community spotlight

When you step inside, it truly feels like being part of a family, where you belong. Babies & Beyond, located at 1922 S Stoughton Rd, envisions building a supportive community that empowers families to thrive. Established in 1982 as the Pregnancy Helpline of Madison and later rebranded as Babies & Beyond of Wisconsin in 2022, they have continuously served the community, bridging the gap for low-income families with infants and young children. They offer free material resources and a monthly "shopping"...

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REAP Food Group, a local nonprofit in Madison, is dedicated to fostering connections between families, businesses, and local farmers, while also educating youth on healthy eating habits. Established for over 25 years, REAP obtained nonprofit status in 2002. The organization passionately advocates for the promotion of local food and food-related policies, encouraging individuals to embrace a community-oriented perspective to support nearby farms.

Central to their initiatives...

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Madison Children’s Museum (MCM) has been entertaining and teaching children and their families for over four decades. Since 2010, MCM has resided on the Capitol Square in Madison, attracting people from Madison and beyond. In a typical year, the museum serves over 200,000 visitors. MCM is consistently rated one of the top ten children's museums in the nation by publications like Parents...

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Park Bank Community Spotlight: Gigi’s Cupcakes

It’s safe to say we have never deserved dessert more than we do right now. So if you are looking for a sweet fix by way of cupcakes with frosting swirled high on top of unique flavors, including cupcake cheesecake (yes, cheesecake!), look no further than Gigi’s Cupcakes. 

Located in Hilldale mall, Gigi’s are a must-try, whether you’re looking for a treat while you shop or to cater dessert for...

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Poised to hit their 90-year anniversary, they had lofty business growth goals. Their goals included adding a new sales role and increasing their staff by nearly 50%, an aggressive revenue growth goal, and considering opening a new division of the business — with many of these goals centered on a brand new building...

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Throughout 2020, when people talked about what they do to stay healthy, they were often referring to wearing masks, washing their hands, and social distancing.

And while that will likely remain true for the foreseeable future, January is as good a time as any to also start thinking again about other ways to get – and stay – healthy. That’s where Orange Shoe Personal Fitness of Sun Prairie comes in.

“The secret to improving your health and achieving your...

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The year 2020 started out with so much promise – a revival of the “Roaring Twenties,” with dates like 5.5.2020 and 10.10.2020 falling on Saturdays (hello, wedding planning!), plus holidays falling on perfectly convenient days to allow us to maximize long weekends.

And then…COVID-19 happened.

Followed by social unrest resulting from racial injustices.

And a polarizing Presidential campaign to top it all off.

And while most Hollywood...

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Park Bank Community Spotlight: Mercy Dental Group

Are you due for a teeth cleaning? In the first few weeks of the COVID-19 shutdown this past spring, the pandemic shut down much of Mercy Dental Group’s regular activity, with the exception of emergency cases. But now, they are back to business – but not as usual.

“We want to balance the importance of dental health and regular cleanings with ensuring a safe environment in light of the COVID pandemic,”...

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