JULY 2008

FEATURES

Best of Madison
Madison Magazine's annual readers' poll turns 27 this year. Can you trust anything under 30, though? You can when readers are the ones doing the talking.

Move Over Google
The dot-com boom may have started in Silicon Valley, but Madison's got its own corner on Internet business. The city's technology sector is booming, with repercussions being felt on the local, as well as the global, economy. Meet five Madison companies making money on the web, and surf through 33 dynamite - and local - dot-coms.
By contributing writer Robert Gutsche Jr.

Habitat: Backyard Retreats
What makes a super backyard? Whatever helps you feel the most relaxed, energized or happy about being outdoors. This month in Habitat Handbook, contributing writer Jennifer Garrett dives into the latest and greatest in backyard pools - from new technologies to fun slides and accessories. Plus, she shows how July isn't too late to create a great garden.

WEB EXCLUSIVE

Dream Builder An architect fulfills the vision of working on a spiritually enriching project

YOUR TOWN

For the Record The Real Deal By Neil Heinen
Tidbits Eco artwork, words from the Dalai Lama, and the dog days of summer.
On the cover Fabulous Finds Finding Frank Lloyd Wright around Madison.
Style Sheet Chic goods for Concerts on the Square.
Window Shopping Indulge yourself with something from Little Luxuries.
Politics Think Again By Colin Benedict and Jenny Price
New! Travel On the Road with Todd Klassy
Picture of Health Eyes in focus. By Teri Barr

MADISON BUSINESS

On the cover Move Over Google How Madison makes money on the web.
Big Shot WPS exec Hannah Rosenthal.
Mentor Matters By Next Generation Consulting's Rebecca Ryan.

HABITAT

House of the Month Fifties-style living in a Maple Bluff ranch.
Pro Profile America's Best Flowers.
Dining In Salmon burgers with tarragon mayonaise. By Nancy Lynch
Garden Talk Eco-friendly water consumption.
On the cover Habitat Handbook Make your own backyard retreat.

OVERTONES

Arts Profile A pianist gives a musical gift to Brazil.
A&E Highlights This month's picks for the best in Madison arts and culture.
A Poet's Place Peg Sherry on sparrows.

DINING OUT

Restaurant of the Month Let Fromagination pack your picnic basket. By Dan Curd
Restaurant Listings 394 reasons to dine out.
Hip Sips A taste of Paris. By Katie Vaughn
Bottle Half-Full Wisconsin's best brews. By Kent Palmer
Off the Vine Chill California whites. By Michael Kwas
Genuine Articles Italy's Pausa Café affords former inmates a second chance. By Nancy Christy and Neil Heinen

Out There By John Roach