By City of Madison Parks
Here’s your checklist to reserve a court:
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While creating an account, the system checks for duplicate accounts. If you receive...
I attended the June WPCRC Family Fun Night and spoke to parents and many of the kids. When I told them I was with the Circle of Friends (CoF) that funds the program, they thanked me and said they look forward to coming every month.
Pizza and sandwiches were available, along with a movie, face painti...
Warner Park Community Recreation Center has had a busy summer, and the momentum is carrying straight into fall. Here’s what community members can look forward to as we head into August and September.
Fitness Center grand completion
After months of planning, preparation and efforts, the fitness cente...
ONGOING NORTHSIDE ACTIVIES
Activities take place at Warner Park Community & Recreation Center, 1625 Northport Drive, unless otherwise specified.
Bingo and Blingo: Every Friday, 10:15–11:15 am
Book Club (Zoom): First Wednesday,10 am. Books will be available at Lakeview Library for pick up or orde...
Financial insecurity is a growing concern among our elderly living on fixed incomes. As of 2024, more than 17 million Americans age 65+ are economically insecure, living below 200% of the federal poverty level. Rising costs for housing, healthcare and daily living have severely reduced the ability o...
Section(s): Elected Officials | State Representative
By Alex Joers
State Representative
Published: July 21, 2026
On three major issues facing Wisconsin — childcare, conservation, and college affordability — Legislative Democrats have put forward practical proposals, while Republican leaders have largely declined to engage. The consequences of that divide are becoming clearer.
In June, Wisconsin’s childcare sta...
Section(s): Elected Officials | State Representative
By Francesca Hong
State Representative
Published: July 21, 2026
Happy summer, Northsiders!
As the legislative season reaches a lull, I’d like to take the opportunity to remind my constituents of the many services that you can access through our office. Whether you’d like to tour the Capitol; write to us about a policy issue or come in and discuss it in person; r...
Section(s): District 12 Supervisor | Elected Officials
By Tommy Rylander
Published: July 21, 2026
For nearly a century, the Oscar Mayer plant defined North Madison. When it closed in 2017, it left behind an empty 200,000 square foot campus and questions about what comes next for this space. I am excited to have played even a small part in what might come next: An effort at all levels of governme...
Section(s): District 12 Alderperson | Elected Officials
By Julia Matthews
District 12 Alderperson
Published: July 21, 2026
This fall kicks off the North Area Plan public engagement process, and the following 18 or so months will bring many opportunities for Northside neighbors to come together and share your vision for the future of North Madison! The Southeast (SE) and Southwest (SW) Area plans came to council for fina...
Section(s): District 18 Supervisor | Elected Officials
By Michele Ritt
District 18 Supervisor
Published: July 21, 2026
When I was in 5th grade, I set a goal to serve as a Peace Corps Volunteer. When I graduated from college, that is exactly what I did.
I moved to South America for nearly three years. I immersed myself completely into Paraguayan life. I loved the people, the land and the food. I worked as a Special E...
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