Posts with tag 'local'

Fall is in the air in Dane County, and we are always happy to welcome back one of our favorite seasons. There are many reasons to be happy about autumn's arrival in Wisconsin, but the return of Oktoberfest is at the top of the list. 

German immigrants started arriving here in the 1830s, and today Wisconsin has the highest percentage of individuals who identify as German-American in the United States. So it's no surprise that there are some fantastic Oktoberfest celebrations in the Madison area!

• 9/21 - Oktoberfest at Capital Brewery - 7734 Terrace Ave, Middleton, WI 53562
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Did you know that nearly half of the residents around Madison homes for sale hold a bachelor's degree? No wonder national sources such as Travel + Leisure regularly rank Madison among the country's top college towns. Regardless of your age or background, enhance your career and personal development at one of these...

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There's plenty to see and do right here in Madison, but sometimes you just want to get away for a while. Well, you're in luck! You don't need to drive more than half an hour in any direction to see some of the best amenities the Badger State has to offer.

Let's take a look at just a few of the many day trips near Madison, WI:

• Blue Mounds – 4350 Mounds Park Road, Blue Mounds, WI 53517 (29 Miles from Madison, WI)
  Blue Mounds is a small community located west of Madison. It is home to

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Summertime is one of my favorite seasons. It's the time of year when Wisconsin really comes to life, and I try to spend as much time outdoors as I can. 

If you're looking for a bite to eat and don't want to be stuck inside this summer, food trucks are the answer. The Madison area has some great food trucks, and they're the perfect option for grabbing an amazing meal while enjoying the sunshine. 

• Curd Girl - 15 E Main St, Madison, WI 53703
  If Wisconsin is known for one thing, it's cheese. You'll find some of the best around at Curd Girl

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Fireworks are a long-standing Independence Day tradition, and there are some amazing fireworks displays happening right here in the Madison area! Here are a few of the awesome shows happening this week.

• 7/3 - DeForest Fourth of July - S Stevenson St, DeForest, WI 53532
  Head to Fireman's Park for the DeForest Fourth of July celebrations July 3 and 4 for games, activity booths, all-day live music and entertainment, a food court and beer garden. A spectacular fireworks display will take place around dusk on July 3. The park closes at 12:30 t...

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