Home + Design

Design Your Landscape

Learn about Carrington Lawn & Landscape’s personalized approach to incorporating your lifestyle into an elevated landscape design. Article by Jill Heilman | Photography by Jill Heilman & Provided Those of us who live in four-season climates know the innate urge that arises come spring thaw; the desire to embrace outdoor living. Our exterior spaces become an extension of our home, and through intentional design, can reflect and complement our individualistic lifestyle. For nearly three decades...

Shopping

Local Vintage

A Madison area vintage guide from Ben Miller, Kwik Drip Article by Middleton City Lifestyle | Photography by Jill Heilman Ben Miller started Kwik Drip out of his college dorm in 2018. He thrifted clothes he loved, sold extras to friends, and saw a business model naturally take shape. Through Kwik Drip, Ben has built a loyal following and helps others find value in upcycled clothing. He put together a short list of curated thrift shops in the area worth checking out. Kool Things 1310...

Home + Design

Seasonal Transitions for Your Home

Embrace change with effortless design ideas to transition your home with the seasons. Article by Middleton City Lifestyle | Photography by Provided With the ability to evoke a desired feeling solely by the way a room is assembled, intentionality is at the core of interior design. To achieve a cohesive atmosphere, designers often use mood boards. These visual collages, curated with images of textures, objects, and color palettes, help define the aesthetic and emotional tone of a room. Local...

Local Services

From Vision to Action

Rotary Club of Madison West Middleton brings its vision to life through a full day of community programs, volunteer opportunities, and neighborly connection. Article by Middleton City Lifestyle | Photography by jKalPhotography, Ed Fink When the Rotary Club of Madison West Middleton asked itself, “Where do we want to be in five years?” a clear plan of priorities and strategies emerged. One of their priorities was to be visible, to show up in meaningful ways, to serve and support the needs of...

Education

Learn. Play. Grow.

Early Education with Heart and Purpose at The Learning Experience Article by Karen Redfield | Photography by Lexia Frank for Studio Soma The Learning Experience (TLE), Academy of Early Education TLE recently opened in Middleton and is designed for children from six weeks to five years old. Each room is a different, happy, colorful space with materials that encourage play, learning, and the creation of  community. Maureen Nkwenti, TLE Administrator, brings her international experience...

Sports + Recreation

Where Movement Begins KEVA Sports Center

Helping Young Players Discover the Fun of Sports While Learning Skills That Last a Lifetime Article by Jill Heilman | Photography by Ashley Hicks Owner Eric Fritz grew up in a multi-sport household where an active lifestyle was the norm, and movement was ingrained in his membrane. He learned how competition must balance camaraderie, how confidence stemmed from the foundation of a strong skill-set, and how the right coach and a supportive environment can influence a person’s growth, both on and...

Professional Services

Groomed for Greatness

Meet the Local Groomer Competing on the World Stage—and Training the Next Generation Article by Karen Redfield | Photography by Jill Heilman Lis Johnston, an internationally known dog groomer and the owner of Serenity Pet Spa, said she originally “fell into dog grooming.” She has loved dogs all her life, especially collies, because to her they are “the most beautiful,” and, like many great loves, Lis “never had a choice” once she showed her first collie in a competition at age 12.  Early on...

Event Planning + Services

A Lasting Memory Starts with an Unforgettable Birthday

From Rockets to Yoga, and Slides to Lasers—Celebrate Your Kid, Their Way. Article by Jill Heilman | Photography by Provided Stellar Tech Girls Following a career as an aerospace engineer that included launching rockets at SpaceX and working with astronauts at NASA, Marina Bloomer wanted to bring more gender diversity to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) industries, as she often found herself to be the only woman in the room. Marina wanted to instill confidence in kids...

Food + Beverage

Middleton's Italian Scene

Italian-Inspired Restaurants, Rooted in Family and Flavor, Serve Up Fresh Ingredients, Neighborly Connection, and the Italian Art of Slowing Down Article and Photography by Jill Heilman   Gino’s Italian Deli, Villa Dolce, and Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano offer more than just a meal. Shaped by family roots, cherished memories, and decades of dedication, they share a belief that community is their foundation. From quick, wholesome lunches to relaxed dinners with friends, they remind us that a...

Home + Design

Where Lifestyle Meets Design

Explore the developments shaping Middleton’s future—where architecture, outdoor living, and intentional planning come together. Article by Middleton City Lifestyle | Photography by Provided Bishops Bay Middleton, WI Set on 780 acres overlooking Lake Mendota, The Community of Bishops Bay, developed by T. Wall Enterprises, is a master-planned neighborhood that blends natural beauty, diverse architecture, and outdoor living. The 780-acre community includes seven distinct neighborhoods (five...