MAY 2008

FEATURES

The Business of Sports
Meet the brawn behind beloved sporting events like Ironman Wisconsin, Paddle & Portage and the Badger State Games. What exactly does it take for a small nonprofit like the Wisconsin Sports Development Corporation to make them happen and what else is on their agenda for helping Wisconsinites lead active, healthy lifestyles? Writer Heather Morgan shares their story.

Ultimate Guide
What makes our city great? Lots of things, from ice cream and festivals to musicians and lakes. This year's Ultimate Guide features all this, and then some. Find out where you can Eat Cheap - and Late Night - pick up the city's tastiest inauthentic Mexican food and shop the quirkiest of shops. Meet four waitresses who've likely served you a meal, then learn how to book your dog a massage. Seriously.

The "I-Do" How To
Photographed at Samba Brazilian Grill, our 2008 Wedding Guide serves up a spicy, romantic spread. Also in this handy, "I-Do How To" find the finest in nuptial novelties - flowers, cakes, gifts and more. Whether you want a garden party, contemporary bash or traditional celebration, editors Shayna Miller and Katie Vaughn give you the bridal breakdown.

Habitat Empty Nests
Change, as we're often reminded, is inevitable, but it sure makes its mark in the home. Your kids grow up and move out ... and you're left with a room begging for a new purpose. Or maybe you're a newlywed, grasping to figure out how to merge your style with that of your new spouse. Habitat Handbook contributing writer Jennifer Garrett shows how to make both situations welcome changes.

WEB COVER STORY

Confessions of a Paranormal Junkie A fascination with ghosts is also a career path for Noah Voss, who's spent a lifetime chasing the unexplained

YOUR TOWN

For the Record Online Offerings By Neil Heinen
On the cover: Fabulous Finds We love these bars.
Style Sheet Global goods have local appeal.
Window Shopping A Greater Gift combines gifty items and do-good ideals.
Picture of Health Losing weight and feeling great. By Teri Barr
New! Travel On the Road with Todd Klassy
Politics Think Again By Colin Benedict and Jenny Price

MADISON BUSINESS

On the cover: Sports Star Meet the group that puts on major city and statewide sporting events.
Big Shot Branding guru Marsha Lindsay.

HABITAT

House of the Month Contemporary living in the heart of Madison's west side.
Pro Profile Ginger Gant can plan your perfect party.
Dining In Light and fresh for summer: chicken salad. By Nancy Lynch
Garden Talk Plan ahead for the right plants.
On the cover: Habitat Handbook Merging furniture styles and giving new life to kids' old rooms.

OVERTONES

Arts Profile From professors to gallery owners.
On the cover: A&E Highlights This month's picks for the best in Madison arts and culture.

DINING OUT

Restaurant of the Month Spice it up at LilianaÂ’s. By Dan Curd
Restaurant Listings 390 reasons to dine out.
Bottle Half-Full Find a pale ale pal. By Kent Palmer
Off the Vine Bet on Bordeaux. By Michael Kwas
Hip Sips Try a rose-infused Champagne Bath. By Katie Vaughn
Genuine Articles Sustainable Times promotes green and local businesses. By Nancy Christy and Neil Heinen

Out There By John Roach