Need a great place for lunch or dinner? The wonderful thing about Red Pepperoni is the variety in dining. If you are on a business lunch, you can call ahead and have your food ready or just order off the menu..the service is fast and tasty. The tough decision is what to order. Kay Lou … more
Deal With the Dealers!
Looking for a bargain or want to match wits? Seven of Madison’s antique & collectible businesses have joined together for Deal with the Dealer on Saturday, March 15, 2014 from 9am to 6pm in Madison’s historic downtown business district. Negotiate prices directly with the dealer. There will be tens of thousands of items from which … more
Cupid’s Culinary Caper Part Deux
Looking for a great evening during Valentine week? You are in luck, we are having our 2nd Cupid’s Culinary Caper walking and enjoying Madison’s Downtown on Thursday February the 13th. Two seatings are available – one beginning at 6:00 and one at 6:45 pm. Start the evening socializing with Jerry & Richard at Dittos (135 E. … more
Dining with Dave at the Pines
This is the first posting from our new dining guru – Dave Adams. Almost every night of the week you can find Dave and company in one of Madison’s eateries, so he really knows what he is taking about! Looking for a great place for lunch or dinner for one or for a large group? … more
My Favorite Fall Weekend in Madison
There are just a few days left until my favorite fall weekend arrives. I’m looking forward to shopping like crazy at Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art on Saturday & Sunday. Last year, I found a fabulous handbag (huge) made out of repurposed leather goods. The main part is made from an old leather skirt. I’ve … more
Cha-what-qua?
I’ve heard it pronounced in a variety of ways and trying to spell it is always interesting. The Madison Chautauqua (shə-TAW-kwə) Festival of Art (September 28-29, 2013) is something I look forward to every year. It’s been going on for 43 years so I guess I’m not the only one who loves this event. Chautauqua: … more
Music Fills the Air in August
Music will fill the air in Madison this August beginning with Music in the Park on August 9th featuring Slick River Rockets. With their fun and energetic take on what they call “rockabilly”, their Elvisesque swing sound will get you up on your feet. Be sure to bring a lawn chair and have a fun … more
Music in the Park Returns
The return of Music in the Park is a sure sign that the summer season has arrived. What a great way to spend a sultry summer evening, no effort required. Madison Main Street puts on this event around the Broadway Fountain every second Friday of the month from now through September. The music typically runs … more
Lanier Civil War Days
Experience the life and culture of Civil War-era Madison, Ind., during Lanier Civil War Days on June 15 and 16 at Lanier Mansion State Historic Site from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Watch re-enactors recreate Civil War battles, visit with Abraham Lincoln and Robert E. Lee, listen to period music; see Victorian-era artisans demonstrate their … more
Music, Food, Beer = A Great Weekend Combo
It’s no secret that combining good music, good food, and good drink can add up to a very good time. People have always enjoyed matching foods with wines, but now RiverRoots Music & Folk Arts Festival is expanding that experience to include the best combinations of craft beer and gourmet “food truck” fare. “There is a … more
