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In 2018 you read about how Sandy Eichel lived a life of should—she should be this, she should do that. She was miserable being what others wanted her to be. For 2019, she continues her series talking about how she... madisonessentials.com/Article/2019-0…

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Incorporating green infrastructure into our urban landscapes will make our cities more livable, resilient, and healthful. ZDA, Inc. tells us how designing livable landscapes into our urban cities can help... madisonessentials.com/Article/2019-0…

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Drumlin Ridge Winery shows us some food and wine pairings in our new Back of the House video. We partnered with Red Arrow Production. Click the link below to watch. madisonessentials.com/Videos madisonessentials.com/Videos

A new issue means a new contest! Enter by May 20th. Click on the link below to view the contest question and to submit your answer, which can be found within one of the articles in our latest issue. We enter every correct answer we... madisonessentials.com/Contest

For the past 25 years, something special has been happening on the 20 acres at Aldo Leopold Nature Center in Monona. It’s magical actually, and it can’t be found in any book or on a website. Countless connections have... madisonessentials.com/Article/2019-0…

Learn about fresh and flavorful herbs to grow from ZDA, Inc. They mark the seasons, define cuisines, and add beauty to the garden. Whether they are in a planter outside the kitchen door, in your flower beds, or... madisonessentials.com/Article/2019-0…

Across the area, local businesses offering catering services will help plan menus at assorted outdoor events this spring and summer, and each offers their own specialty or niche. Read about three of those... madisonessentials.com/Article/2019-0…

Fitchburg Center Farmers Market season starts tomorrow, May 2nd and runs every Thursday (3:00 – 6:00 p.m.), through October 31 at the Agora Pavilion, 5511 East Cheryl Parkway. Shoppers can find a host... facebook.com/madisonessenti…

Paddling is a great way to explore Wisconsin. Some of its unique geology and landscapes can really only be explored from the water. Green Concierge Travel gives our readers some ideas for paddling tours and... madisonessentials.com/Article/2019-0…

People often see the humane society as the end of the line when it comes to life’s hardships involving pets, like being unable to afford a vet bill. However Dane County Humane Society’s Pets for Life program works to... madisonessentials.com/Article/2019-0…

Have a Happy and Safe 4th of July from all of us at Madison Essentials! 🇺🇸🎆 #4thofjuly #independanceday #freedom #america #fourthofjuly #independence #usa #thefourth #julyfourth #july4th #fireworks #madisonessentials instagram.com/p/Bzf0rcNHhGm/…

To all who served as our armed forces, we thank and salute you! Your sacrifices in honor and duty of our nation are worthy to be praised. You truly are our heros! #veteransday #veterans #military #veteran #army… instagram.com/p/B4utgRoHdbt/…

Happy to feature Brian's work.... Studio owner Brian Kluge is featured in an article on his sculptural installation at the Hilton Monona Terrace. Madison Essentials @hiltonmadison #midwestclayproject… instagram.com/p/B4z4h2nn0my/…

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A day dedicated to celebrating the extraordinary life of activist and humanitarian Dr. King, who helped to teach us about courage, equality, truth, justice, compassion, and humility. A true leader. #mlkday… instagram.com/p/B7jfIeUHYRg/…

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