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Aug. 4, 2025 Celebrate the height of summer with the art of natural materials. Take a summertime stroll through the Natural Path Sanctuary at the Farley Center for Peace, Justice and Sustainability in Verona to see how local artists are using the forest as their canvas during the seventh bi-annual Land Art Exhibit. The installation, titled Peace Songs — which runs from Aug. 9 to Oct. 31 — is a showcase of sustainable outdoor art made up of only decomposable materials, making for a thought-provoking demonstration of the harmony that exists between art and nature. The exhibition will kick off with an acoustic folk and pop concert by songwriter and activist Twila Jean, on opening day from 1-3 p.m. at the Bur Oak Welcoming Area at the Farley Center. Read on for: 🍹An old-fashioned that's alcohol-free, but still chock-full of Wisconsin charm ✂️ How one award-winning Madison barber stays a cut above the rest 🖼 Transcendent oil paintings that capture the mystique of our state's natural beauty Something our editors are obsessed with this month Wisconsinites could probably benefit from cutting down on alcohol consumption. Mock & Co. makes it so we can, without having to give up our state's signature cocktail: the old-fashioned. The non-alcoholic drink startup based in Fitchburg recently released its rendition of a canned Wisconsin old-fashioned, minus the brandy. Mock & Co.'s beverage includes flavors of orange, cherry and lemon; a hint of spicy ginger emulates alcohol; and gentian herb adds a taste of bitters. Mock & Co. suggests enjoying one of these canned beverages at the lake, a supper club, a tailgate or a meat raffle. Those sound like perfectly appropriate places to incorporate a newly fashioned old-fashioned into Wisconsin's most beloved traditions. Read more at madisonmagazine.com. Spotlight on a local business

Since 1962, Burnie's Rock Shop has been Madison's one-stop shop for all things that glitter. The family-owned business, with locations on South Park Street and East Johnson Street, is a treasure trove of rare fossil specimens, fine minerals, radiant gemstones and handcrafted jewelry. Plus, check out Burnie's selection of unique decor sourced from all over the world.

Catch up on local arts, entertainment, shopping and lifestyle news Painting portals to nature Dutch artist Anne Horjus creates oil paintings of the divine in Wisconsin's lush landscape. Read Support for creative people Residency programs, like the one at Madison Circus Space, are opportunities for artists to thrive. Read "The Art of Family" exhibit Artists with disabilities give unique takes on the theme of family for this exhibit's second showing. Read Three-story maker's market A Mount Horeb family launches this 19,000-square-foot indoor space for local artists and vendors. Read Who says Madisonians don't have fashion sense? This individual is a style standout Not your father's barber Ryan "RJ" Connor, owner of Headquarters Madison, is offering up his take on the barbershop experience with a modern, minimalist space focused on precision and personal style. Since opening in March 2024, the 27-year-old has already earned international recognition, winning "Rookie of the Year" at the Barber Grammys. At his east side shop, Connor focuses on bringing his customers vision to life and delivering haircuts worthy of sharing everywhere.  Read A round-up of upcoming arts, culture and shopping events Disney's The Little Mermaid at Fireside Dinner Theatre (1131 Janesville Ave.) | July 24-Sept. 7, show times vary  Blacklight & Brews at Cave of the Mounds (2975 Cave of the Mounds Road) | Aug. 1-Nov. 21 every Friday, 5-6 p.m. Wanting: A Novel by Claire Jia at A Room of One's Own (2717 Atwood Ave.) | Aug. 5, 6-7 p.m.  Rooftop Cinema: Sugarcane at Madison Museum of Contemporary Art (227 State St.) | Aug. 7, 8:30 p.m.  Dungeon Cocktail Experience at Wisconsin Masonic Center (301 Wisconsin Ave.) | Aug. 7-9, 6 p.m. Here to Pee at The Crucible (3116 Commercial Ave) | Aug. 11, 7-9:30 p.m.  Interested in advertising in our e-newsletters or on madisonmagazine.com? Send an email to mmcsherry@madisonmagazine.com. Sign up for other newsletters from Madison Magazine. Tell us how we're doing! Fill out our short email newsletter survey.

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