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
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
Madison Ribberfest BBQ & Blues
On August 16th & 17th , Madison’s riverfront will be filled with the soulful sounds of blues and the smoky aroma of sizzling barbeque during the 12th annual Madison RibberFest Barbeque & Blues. This two-day festival along the scenic Ohio River in historic Madison, features regional and national blues bands that set the mood as we … more
We Demolished a Bridge…
Well, part of one. Because of the construction of the new Milton Madison Bridge that spans the Ohio River, the old bridge has to be removed. This is being done in a series of scheduled demolitions: the first of which was on Tuesday. Everyone has been looking forward to the completion of this project and … more
It’s a Bridge!
Everyone is excited to see the new Milton-Madison Bridge project moving along. Just a couple of weeks ago, the new bridge opened for traffic on temporary piers. Even though this happened late in the evening, there was a line of cars waiting to try out the new bridge. It’s big and wide! As you can … 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
Favorite Free Things To Do in June
Come on, be honest, who doesn’t like free things to do? So, I thought I’d clue you in on some of our favorite free things to do in June and beyond. Here are some of the things that happen every month: Bluegrass Music at 6pm at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds – the first Saturday of … more
School’s Out, What’s there to do?
Sound familiar? There are couple of opportunities in June for you to keep the kids amused for a couple of days. The first is the Jefferson County Historical Society Summer Camp for Kids, June 17-21. There are 2 sessions, 9-11am or 12:30-2:30pm. Each day will have a theme involving crafts, books, food, games, and music. … more
