madison wisconsin: Celebrate Earth Day: Founded by Sen. Gaylord Nelson, Madison Wisconsin
- 04/21/16 10:27 PM
Earth Day was founded by United States Senator Gaylord Nelson from Madison Wisconsin as an environmental teach-in first held on April 22, 1970. Nelson was later awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in recognition of his work. Click here to find a sampling of Earth Day events open to the public. And plant a tree.
And walk. Find your neighborhood Walk Score.
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madison wisconsin: Dane County Wisconsin Farmer's Market-5th best in US-Opens Saturday
- 04/14/16 12:47 AM
/ Dane County Wisconsin Farmer's Market-5th Best in the US-Opens Saturday According to USA Today's 10 Best polls, the Dane County Farmer's Market is the 5th best Farmer's Market in the country. Madisonians love it and it is so crowded, you have to walk in only 1 direction (counterclockwise) around the square. The landscaping around the Capitol is manicured and lovely and changes throughout the year. Tomorrow is opening day! I can't wait to get some luscious Hook’s Cheese. It is one reason Wisconsin is known for it's cheese. Capri Cheesery offers goat sheep and cow cheese, too. McCluskey Brothers offers all certified organic cheese, maple syrup and … (11 comments)
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