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It’s Saturday night at the Ivory Room, and everyone is singing, even the wallflowers. The crowd, four and five people deep, presses into the center where two pianos face off in raucous concert. Pianists pound keys, Jerry Lee Lewis style. Young men raise their pints. Young women dance in the aisle, squealing. A tall, drunken man stumbles from the bar up to the pianos. In his hand, he clutches a song request and a $10 bill. Just then, a blond bridesmaid here with a bachelorette party grinds up against him, stopping him in his tracks. Suddenly his request is less important. One of the piano players launches into the 1977 Hall & Oates song “Rich Girl.” “You’re a rich girl, and you’ve gone too far and you know it don’t matter anyway!” Twenty-somethings, born two decades after the song’s release, shout out all the words. “I love this place!” cries 28-year-old Sammi Sullivan. “They play such a wide variety of music.” She’s come with her friends in one of at least four bridal parties here tonight. As if to make her point, the second piano player hammers out Sir Mix-a-Lot’s “Baby Got Back.” “I requested that,” David Jacobson, 34, yells over the music. He’s visiting

from Rockford, in town for Brat Fest. He sings at the top of his lungs, even though he doesn’t sing at home, not even in the shower. “I love live music, I love covers. Essentially a piano bar is a big cover band where the audience participates,” he says. It’s hard to talk over the din, and he stops so he can scream out Styx’s “Come Sail Away” along with everyone else. When one of the piano players takes a break, he’s quickly replaced by a backup. The pianist invites a bachelorette — this one wearing a white veil and plastic necklace featuring a picture of her future husband — to sit on the piano. “I need four brave men,” he calls out into his mic. Four eager volunteers push their way to the front. One tries to jump up on the piano, but the pianist stops him. “Hey, that’s just for the ladies,” he laughs. Soon, they’re all reenacting the Righteous Brothers’ “You Lost That Loving Feeling,” the way it was performed in Top Gun. Peter Hernet, the piano player on break, has a cigarette outside, then sits at a bench in the back sipping a whiskey and soda. He’s a father of six from Oshkosh. Working here on weekends allows him to be a stay-at-home dad the rest of the week. “The really young crowd, the college kids, come in around 11. They pack the place,”

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Communications breakdown Municipal leaders unhappy with emergency radio system delays BY NATHAN J. COMP

Towns throughout Dane County are threatening to stop footing their share of the costs for a new countywide radio network for emergency responders, following the latest in a series of setbacks in bringing the $18 million system, known as DaneCom, online. “There is a lot of confusion out here and a lot of uncertainty over how DaneCom is going to work, or if it’s going to work,â€? says Jerry Derr, president of the Dane County Towns Association. “We’re 100% supportive of having an operable system, but right now we don’t have one.â€? Nearly two years after DaneCom was slated to be fully operational, the county board on May 20 moved forward with a $6.7 million upgrade. The system was shut down last December after technical issues surfaced during field tests, bumping the completion date to sometime next year. Although the system is inoperable, many local governments have continued to pay tens of thousands of dollars annually to the county since 2012 for DaneCom’s operating and maintenance costs. “It’s like we keep making payments on the car without knowing when we’ll be able to drive the car,â€? says Derr. “It’s been a very convoluted process.â€? Under the current analog 911 system, communications are relayed through dispatchers. The new radio system, once fully operational, will integrate 81 public safety agencies and 61 local units of government, allowing emergency responders to seamlessly communicate with one another. In late 2011 and early 2012, 25 villages and cities (including Madison), and 29 towns — representing more than 80% of the county’s population — agreed to split DaneCom’s annual costs with the county, with the county paying for the capital investment. In April, participating governments received a new 10-year agreement from County Executive Joe Parisi’s office reflecting the

county’s latest $6.7 million capital investment in DaneCom, impressing upon some that the existing agreement would expire at the end of the year. This further confused and angered town officials.   On May 7, Windsor’s town board rejected the new agreement, accusing the county of billing Windsor residents “on an inoperable system.�   “Based on the last three years, why would any municipality enter into an agreement for another 10 years?� asks Windsor board member Bob Wipperfurth. “We want a better contract.� On May 20, the Towns Association sent county leaders a four-page letter declaring similar concerns about the updated agreement’s lack of hard costs, deadlines and performance clauses to hold the project’s contractor, Harris Corporation, accountable. The association hasn’t asked the towns to follow Windsor’s lead, but, says Derr, “it’s hard for us as an association to recommend that our members continue with the agreement.� Parisi’s office eventually withdrew the new proposed agreement, saying the original one is still in effect. But withdrawing from that original agreement won’t be easy. On May 21, county attorneys issued a seven-page opinion stating participants are bound to the existing agreement whether DaneCom is or isn’t operational since the county’s $18 million investment was conditional, in large part, on participants’ willingness to share certain costs. And according to the existing agreement, the earliest any local government could end its partnership with the county is Jan. 1, 2016 — but only with an 18-month notice. Windsor’s rejection of the proposed agreement may now be moot, but it speaks to the long-simmering frustrations with the county’s 911 emergency system, from its day-to-day management to governance issues. While

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Up from the ashes Condemned trees support new Festival Foods grocery BY DENISE THORNTON

Many in Madison are sad to see the city cutting down thousands of ash trees as an invasive Asian insect decimates the urban forest. But they might be heartened to learn that a few will remain intact and become part of the new Skogen’s Festival Foods grocery store, now under construction on the 800 block of East Washington Avenue. The trees aren’t just decorative, but are being used to support the building’s roof, a job typically performed by steel. “We are always looking for ways to do things green,” says Roger P. Schlomann, Festival Foods construction/facilities manager. “We wanted a different look for this store, and learned about a Madison company that was harvesting ash trees and making structural components.” WholeTrees Architecture and Structures turns small-diameter trees into something the construction industry can use in place of steel. The company began by building homes with unmilled, branching timbers — including this reporter’s home west of Madison — and are now expanding into commercial construction. “The Festival Food project is the first of its kind,” says Amelia Baxter, WholeTrees president. “These are the heaviest loadbearing columns and the longest spans of trusses that we have engineered.... We are developing our technology in wonderful ways.” “We founded our company to bring the beauty and strength of low-value trees to the construction market,” Baxter adds. “This project is compelling, not just aesthetically,

but in terms of technological and engineering development.” Working with the USDA Forest Products Laboratory in Madison has put WholeTrees in the vanguard of this new field. Douglas Rammer, a research engineer at Forest Products, has been working with WholeTrees on developing and testing the strength of the metal connections that hold the wood together. “At this point, it’s a niche market,” says Rammer. “Most steel joists have undergone rigorous testing, and PAUL MCMAHON building engineers use them with Ash trees culled because of emerald ash borer are now part of a new grocery store under confidence. There is a lot of work construction on East Washington Avenue. needed in order to get this type of wood use accepted. I’ve never seen anyone want to take it on. It is a unique con- and as many as 100,000 in its parks. There are some at Tenney Park a few blocks from the another estimated 100,000 trees on private building site that fit their needs. City Forcept. WholeTrees has made a big leap.” “The challenges are worth it,” Baxter says. property. The parks division has prepared a estry worked with WholeTrees and dropped “Round timber is a healthy alternative or website for how to fight the pest (see this item 13 trees gently so they didn’t break up the complement to steel. It sequesters carbon. It at isthmus.com for link). branching structure they needed. They are creates rural economic development. This is “EAB kills 100% of ash trees that are not making a donation to the city which we will the first full project we’ve rolled out in our new treated,” says Charlie Romines, Madison as- use to treat 15 to 20 trees that we would othMuscoda facility. It meant hiring 20 crew mem- sistant park superintendent of operations and erwise lose to EAB in Tenney Park.” facilities. “We have been surveying our street Romines says he would love to see other bers.” WholeTrees usually works with trees trees and will treat about 10,000. For most of developers take advantage of some of the thinned from forests. For this project, it used the trees in the parks, except those by play- ash trees being cut. Bill Pennoyer, Tri-North city ash trees that were being culled because grounds, parking lots, and other areas were Builders project manager, who installed the of the emerald ash borer (EAB). This insect’s people gather, we will allow nature to take its ash trees in the Festival Foods building, larvae feed on the inner bark of ash trees, de- course.” would love to work with ash again. stroying the tree’s ability to transport water Many of the ash being removed are ground “Now that most of them are installed, and nutrients. The insect can kill healthy trees up for mulch. But Roald Gundersen, Who- there hasn’t been anything particularly leTrees’ founder, suggested another use for tricky about the installation compared to within two years. The insect was discovered in Madison in them. normal construction,” says Pennoyer. “And November 2013 near Warner Park. The city is “Roald and Festival Foods approached me anything you do the second time, you are home to about 21,000 ash trees along its streets over a year ago,” says Romines. “They found that much better at.” n

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I had to stop reading Allison Geyer’s “Biggest Budget Loser?� (5/28/2015), as I was too frustrated at the author’s lack of person-first language. I’ve always thought of Isthmus as a progressive paper, always having high standards for language use. I learned in the 1980s that people with disabilities are people first; the disability is secondary and should not define the individual. People with disabilities are frequently already at the very bottom end of the socioeconomic scale; please don’t take away the last bit of dignity remaining — their identity as a person. Brian Vanderbloemen (via email)

As a player that fractured a vertebrae in my back twice, what Borland did is commendable, but advocating it for others is not his place (“Football Was Chris Borland’s Life. But at What Cost?� 5/28/2015). Each of us put on the pads and knew the risk. We all make those decisions and deal with the consequences. I’m 28 with bad knees and nerve damage in my back, and I wouldn’t go back and do it differently. Tom Joseph (via Facebook)

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The wedge. It’s a tasty salad and a bitter political strategy. Unfortunately, this isn’t a food column. The Legislature’s Joint Finance Committee is wrapping up its work on the 2015-2017 state budget, and the Republican majority on the committee has used the document to short-circuit local control in Dane County. To some extent this isn’t only about quashing the state’s most reliably liberal place. The Republicans, once a party that hammered local control into its very bedrock, have moved aggressively in the direction of state power now that they control all of state government. But they have gone out of their way to impose their will on Dane County with measures that target only jurisdictions here. This is the list of Dane County-only provisions imposed by Republican members of the finance committee in the last several weeks: n  They exempted the site of the Hill Farms state office building redevelopment from local zoning ordinances, something that’s been done for only two other places in the entire state — the state Capitol and Wisconsin State Fair Park. n   They took away the authority of the Madison school district to approve charter schools within its jurisdiction. Each charter school student will result in an $8,000

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ing any input into sewer extensions, a provision that applies to none of the other 71 Wisconsin counties. n   They’ve ordered state officials to look at moving some of state government out of Dane and Milwaukee counties when leases expire. n   They seem poised, as of this writing, to strip Dane County of its zoning authority over towns. And that’s just the Joint Finance actions. It’s not hard to view the $300 million cut to the UW System proposed by the governor as a move to hit Madison where it lives. Joint Finance restored $50 million, but left intact a cut that matches the deepest in the UW’s history. To add insult to injury, each of the recent moves by the finance panel was proposed by members who did not represent Dane County, and the Republicans didn’t even have the courtesy to discuss what they were about to do with the two members of the committee from the county, much less with the local officials from the jurisdictions affected. One of those two Dane County members, Sen. Jon Erpenbach of Middleton, told me,

“Republicans [on Joint Finance] seem to be laser focused on usurping local control in Madison and Dane County instead of solving the most difficult problems of this budget.” It’s hard not to come to the conclusion that the Republicans just want to punish a county that is a liberal Democratic stronghold. And it seems they believe that beating up on Dane County plays well politically in the rest of the state. After all, it was the politics of resentment against the state’s two largest cities that caused candidate Scott Walker to promise and then deliver on his rejection of $810 million of our own federal tax dollars for passenger rail connecting Milwaukee and Madison. This is not Tommy Thompson’s Republican Party. Thompson, who served for 14 years as governor, had the confidence that comes with long-term power. He certainly did things that liberals didn’t like, but he did not single out progressive parts of the state for retribution. And that’s the problem with legislative Republicans right now. They haven’t come to grips with the fact that they are running the state not just now but for the foreseeable future. With that kind of power comes a responsibility to govern with a maturity that treats even those who disagree with them in a fair manner. Most citizens of Dane County understand that we live with a state government that just doesn’t look at the world the way we do. Fair enough. They won more elections for state offices. But it’s precisely because they have such overwhelming power that Republicans should have the confidence and grace to allow local citizens the local governance they want. Republicans need to recognize that they are governing a state that hasn’t voted for a Republican for president since Ronald Reagan and in which the Democratic candidate for governor received 47% of the vote even in an off-year election. The Legislature may look deep red, but the electorate is purple. In short, they need to make some allowance for our state’s liberal tradition, which still endures. n

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he dashcam video from a Madison police squad car shows officer Matt Kenny entering 1125 Williamson St. at 6:38 on the night of March 6. In the seconds that follow, you can hear shouting and gunfire and then see Kenny stumbling backwards out the door, shooting into the doorway. The Dane County district attorney cleared Kenny of criminal charges in shooting unarmed 19-year-old Tony Robinson seven times, killing him. And on Wednesday, the Madison Police Department found Kenny followed department procedure, clearing him for duty. But for Jerome Flowers, the significance of the seventh shot — fired while Kenny was outside of the apartment, into the house — is unambiguous. “[Kenny] was out of the building, and he was shooting. “That’s clear as day excessive force,” says Flowers, a friend of

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n COVER STORY Robinson’s family. “If that’s not excessive force, I don’t know what is. People can say what they want happened beforehand. But the last shot is undisputed unnecessary and excessive.” Flowers isn’t the only one scrutinizing how police use force here and around the country. The city’s distinguished former police chief, the reformer David Couper, has also questioned how Madison police officers use guns. “Whatever happened to sticks? If Matt Kenny had run into that building with his baton and out comes Tony Robinson, wham, up into the solar plexus, it’s all over,” Couper says. “Maybe it’s not quite that simple. But all of [these options] have to be on the table.” The Madison Police Department, Couper says, needs to take a hard look at its policies and procedures. “What is it the department can do to reduce or eliminate the shootings of these unarmed youth?” Couper asks. “And I’d add, mentally ill people, because they’re getting killed too.” Madison police have killed a handful of people in the past few years. The killing of two unarmed young men — Paul Heenan in November 2012 and Tony Robinson in March — has caused the most alarm, coming at a time of a raging national debate over police tactics, especially as they are used against young minority men, like Robinson. Police Chief Mike Koval — who considers Couper, his former chief, a mentor — says he’s always looking for ways the department can avoid deadly force. But he has no interest in changing the standards for when officers are allowed to use it. “Then Madison would be the only city in the entire country that would be held to a different standard,” Koval says. “That’s imprudent.” As officers are put into violent situations and are forced to make split-second decisions, “I don’t want them to hesitate wondering whether they are going to be held to a different standard than officers from a neighboring jurisdiction.” It’s a stance that puts him at odds with many in the city. But Koval contends those people are concentrating on the wrong issues. “Let’s not focus so much time and energy and attention on these legal templates,” Koval explains. “Let’s instead examine, if you will, what is the current state-ofthe-art training for nonlethal force or what sort of other de-escalation or defusing techniques does the department use or could it acquire.” “Invariably, that’s going to be infinitely more productive,” he adds. “If you hold yourself up to a different or higher standard [on deadly force], you might put the city at a greater sense of liability because you’re doing something no one else is being asked to do.” WHEN RUSSELL BECKMAN WENT THROUGH

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the police academy in 1982, officers were taught to use their bullets sparingly. “When I first started we were issued revolvers,” says Beckman, a former Kenosha Police officer who became a whistleblower against his department and is now a Milwaukee schoolteacher. “Very few officers had automatic weapons. So we were taught to be judicious with the number of shots we fired, because reloading a revolver is very stressful when you’re under fire.” The prevalence of semi-automatic weapons changed all that. “You can empty a magazine in less than two seconds,” says Beckman. “That’s why so many officers fire so many rounds at these shooting scenes.”

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How officers are trained to use their guns has also changed over the past 50 years. At one time, officers were allowed to shoot and kill suspects fleeing from even nonviolent crimes. Police were also once instructed to fire warning shots. In the early ’70s, the accepted practice was to fire once at dangerous suspects and assess the situation. By the end of that decade, the training was to fire two quick shots, then reevaluate. Now the accepted practice is to shoot until the threat is stopped. This is another reason officers often fire numerous rounds at suspects. “We’ve had people who for all intents and purposes could be on the verge of collapsing clinically and succumbing to their injuries but they still have that adrenaline push or combination of motivation to continue advancing and do some harm, even though we know in the next so many seconds they will ultimately be dying,” says Koval, who notes he does understand why civilians might be confused or disturbed that so many shots are needed to subdue an unarmed person. Michael Scott — a former Madison officer who is director of the Center for Problem-Oriented Policing — says that shootings are vastly different from those portrayed in TV and film. “When a human being is hit with a bullet, unless they’re hit in a very few certain places, they’re not going to drop instantly,” he says. “It’s not very easy to tell when a bullet has even hit someone. It’s not like TV when they go flying back 10 feet and blood is all over the place.”

Nevertheless, Scott finds “almost no justification for shooting an unarmed person.” “There are few instances when a completely unarmed person is going to cause imminent death or great bodily harm to a police officer,” he says. One exception is when the suspect is struggling for an officer’s gun. Scott says that when he went through the MPD academy in the early ’80s, recruits were trained to avoid violent confrontations, to always back off and wait for backup. But that began to change after April 20, 1999, when Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold murdered 12 students and one teacher at Columbine High School. “The police in Colorado responded on the basis of training they’d always had, that the approach was to establish a perimeter at a safe distance, buy time and bring hostage negotiators and a SWAT team,” Scott says. “During that time while they were waiting the two students were killing other students. So there was a rethinking of how police should respond to active shooters.” “The shift was to train officers to get as close to the shooters and disarm them as quickly as possible, knowing this was an increased risk for police officers,” adds Scott, who sees this strategy at play in some of the recent Madison killings. But this approach can escalate traditional conflicts — that aren’t like Columbine — causing more harm than good. The trouble is, police often have no idea what situation they’re confronting. “It’s difficult to know if you’re dealing with a ‘Columbine’ where someone is actively hurting people or whether it’s a burglary in progress.” MADISON POLICE OFFICERS ARE ISSUED SEMI-

automatic 9mm Glock handguns with clips that hold 17 bullets, with another bullet in the gun’s chamber. They’re allowed to carry extra clips but not ones that hold more than 17 bullets. Madison officers can also opt to carry handguns that shoot higher caliber bullets (which have a larger diameter), up to a .45 caliber weapon. They can also carry a second handgun.
 Use of deadly force is authorized, Koval says, when an officer believes there is an “imminent threat of death or great bodily harm, against yourself or another person.” Officers are trained to fire into center mass — i.e. the upper torso — of a person. Aiming at less vital limbs is not accepted practice in the United States. Some other countries do train police to shoot in these areas, says Sgt. Timothy Patton, who is part of MPD’s personnel and training team. The reason for shooting center-mass, Koval says, is that if an officer has decided he or she needs to use deadly force, this will be the easiest place to hit. “Where is the threat most likely to be stopped, when you’re under stress and someone is attacking you and they may have a knife or a gun?” he says. “It obviously stands to reason that your upper thoracic chest cavity is a bigger, more acquirable target then me trying to shoot the knife or pen out of your hand.” But Couper does not believe shooting center-mass is always necessary, especially when police are tangling with unarmed suspects. “If you’re close, why can’t you pump a round into somebody’s thigh?” he says. “Then put a tourniquet on it and you save a life. That’s not on the table. But that’s got to be on the table.” Couper also notes that few women officers — who might have more cause to use a gun in a fight — are involved in shootings. “To what extent is this mano a mano stuff, is this just testosterone kicking in here, I’ve got to stand my ground, I’m not going to back up for anybody?”

‘What is it the department can do to reduce or eliminate the shootings of these unarmed youth?’

— DAVID COUPER

‘The Madison police force uses force rarely. And that’s not how we’re typically defined.’

— MIKE KOVAL

CHRISTOPHER KLINGE

ONE OF THE FIRST CLASSES MADISON POLICE

Academy recruits take is taught by none other than Chief Koval, who gives an overview of constitutional law.

Koval still teaches the class because “it’s very important to me that they hear that constitutional values, ethics and community policing are not something I’ve delegated; it’s something I’ve embraced.” He begins teaching the limits of police power. He doesn’t want his officers seeing themselves primarily as agents of the district attorney, out to fill jails with bad guys. “As a constitutional officer, you’re there every bit as much to protect the rights of the innocent as well as to find incriminating information,” he says. He spends time going over the First Amendment (right to free speech and assembly), Fourth (prohibiting unreasonable searches and seizures), Fifth and Sixth (which include due process rights and rights to a jury trial). Time is also spent addressing the case law on police use of force. The current thinking about how police officers can use force was established in a series of cases in the 1980s. In 1985’s Tennessee v. Garner, the Supreme Court ruled that officers cannot shoot at fleeing suspects unless they believe them to be a significant threat for causing someone death or great bodily injury.

With 1989’s Graham v. Connor, the Supreme Court ruled that all claims of excessive force by law enforcement had to be evaluated using an “objective reasonableness” standard. “We all tend to think of use of force as right or wrong,” explains Michael Benza, a senior law instructor at Case Western Reserve in Cleveland. “That’s not really the question [courts address]. The real question is ‘was it reasonable for the officer to believe it was necessary to use force?’” But Benza adds, “The constitutional standard is the minimum. We can always impose greater standards on the officers and say ‘you can’t just do the minimum.’ We can impose a higher standard on our officers.” The courts give police the benefit of the doubt, he adds. “Nobody wants to be the judge that tells police officers you can’t use force in [a certain] situation, and an officer ends up dead.” Koval says Graham v. Connor recognizes that officers are put in dangerous situations. “The calculus of what’s objectively reasonable must allow for the fact that officers are forced to make split-second decisions,” he says. “So we have to look at whether the actions of an officer were reasonable enough.”

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Koval still respects his old chief, saying of his criticism “I ascribe nothing but the best of intentions in terms of what he’s trying to accomplish,” he says. “I never would have been drawn to this profession had I not seen something uniquely different in the template he crafted for Madison. He’s a pioneering spirit, and I can’t thank him enough for that.” Nevertheless, he calls some of Couper’s ideas out of touch with today’s realities. “He’s been out of the game for over 20 years,” says Koval, noting that gangs, drugs and poverty have all become bigger problems. “The Madison he left is far different from the Madison that I see now.” Couper counters that the world was more dangerous when he was police chief, with much higher rates of violent crime. Statistics from the Federal Bureau of Investigation support Couper on this point, showing that violent crime nationally has dropped by almost half from 1993, when Couper retired, to 2012. Rates of murder, aggravated assault, forcible rape and robbery have all declined in the past two decades.

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n COVER STORY But Michael Bell, whose son was killed by police in Kenosha, feels this standard has been too liberally interpreted by police. Since his son’s 2004 killing, Bell has called for reforms and lobbied for the 2014 state law that requires independent investigations whenever officers kill someone. “I feel the use of force right now, the bar is set too low. All an officer has to do is say I feared for my life and that was it,” he says. “You can have people walking at you with a gun or throwing a rock at you. I felt threatened so I used deadly force.” Koval reiterates that he wants officers to avoid using force at all cost. “Where I think the greater impetus should be in the law and training, is what reasonable efforts could be taken to avoid going to lethal force altogether,” he says. “Have we exhausted all other options? Have we retreated? Have we looked for cover? Can we engage at another time?” THE CALL TO POLICE IS FROM A

woman, Sara, saying her boyfriend is threatening to kill himself. She says he has a history of suicide attempts and that his 12-year-old son, Kipp, lives with him at 6910 Mill Bluff Drive. When the officer arrives on the scene, he enters an open door and walks up some stairs to a living room, where he finds a distraught John talking on the phone. A bottle of whiskey sits next to him. There is no sign of Kipp. When John sees the officer, he

puts a handgun underneath his own chin and threatens to pull the trigger. What should the officer do? Retreat and wait for backup? But what if Kipp is in the home? Use a Taser? Approach closer? This is not real, but a training scenario that recruits are put through in Madison Police Academy’s video simulation room. John is an actor projected in a video on a wall. Recruits who go through it are armed with a laser Glock and Taser. Based on what the recruits say or do, a trainer at a nearby computer takes him or her through various outcomes. In one outcome, John shoots himself in the head, splattering blood on the wall. In another, John points his gun at the officer and advances, firing after five seconds. In a third, he puts the gun down, surrendering. The department has about 500 of these simulations, each underscoring how stressful the job is. Sgt. Timothy Patton, who is part of MPD’s personnel and training team, says the goal is not to teach recruits when to fire their weapons. “If you’re doing a good job talking to somebody, calming them down, avoiding escalating the situation, the instructor has the ability to change the subject behavior to give you credit for the successful communication,” Patton says. “We need to make sure we’re not getting officers to jump to the ending and assume it will come down to a shoot/don’t shoot scenario. Because most calls do not.” Also in the academy, recruits will be put through physical simulations, where they’ll

react to officers playing roles. In one simulation, officers are sent into a prop apartment, only to be startled by a trainer wearing a red suit who yells “boo.” The tactic is to gauge responses. Some flee the room, others pounce on the trainer. “People tend to break up into three stress modes: fight, run or freeze,” Patton explains. “That’s innate, wired into us. We need to know the response people have under stress.” Some recruits might need to be pushed into action; others might need to be pulled back. Much of the training focuses simply on how to communicate with people. “We tend to focus the majority of our conversations in the city and nationally on the intervention, what happens at [violent] contact, what could we do differently at contact?” Patton says. “The greatest opportunity for improvement most likely comes in prior to contact. Generally speaking the goal is always to gain compliance with presence and dialogue.” “The number one thing we’re looking for when we hire people is relational skills, the ability to talk to people, listen to people and evaluate people to get them help in the state they’re in,” he adds. “The goal is always to avoid utilizing force.” STILL, RECRUITS ARE TRAINED IN

how to use force of all kinds, running the gamut from compliance holds on people who are passively resisting orders, up through self-defense, strikes and kicks, and on to the use of batons, Tasers and deadly force with a gun.

The department has shifted away from teaching a “use-of-force continuum,” Patton says, because it is misleading. When Patton went through the MPD Academy in 2002, he remembers worrying that he might not be able to keep the appropriate levels straight. What was the appropriate reaction for each and every varied behavior he might encounter on the beat? In fact, there is no one appropriate way to respond to any behavior or situation, but many, he says. “Any of these [techniques] could be used at any time as long as they’re found to be objectively reasonable.” The department trains recruits to deescalate situations in several ways, Patton says. One method is through preparation, taking a moment to consider the possibilities when dispatched to a call. Trainers also teach recruits to be judicious about when they engage people. Many violent confrontations come after police have been chasing a suspect, when both are likely to have their adrenaline pumping and be less rational. So the department teaches officers to surveil rather than to capture, Patton says. “If I’m chasing you and running through areas I might not be familiar with, what’s going to happen at the end of that pursuit, when you and I come into contact?” he says. “My options are starting to be diminished. By the mere fact that I’m alone, fatigued, I might be experiencing tunnel vision and auditory exclusion. I may not know where

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I’m at. And so it’s going to be difficult to get my colleagues to me.” “You and I end up alone in an alley, and I don’t know where I’m at, so we start to escalate a situation as opposed to de-escalate,” he says. “So we teach you to follow, get good information and keep eyes on the situation.” KOVAL UNDERSTANDS WHY PEO-

ple are focusing on the deadly encounters police are involved in, but says these are extremely rare events, with more than 97% of the calls Madison police respond to ending without any physical confrontation. He’s been defiantly pushing back against those portraying his department as trigger-happy. “My resentment lies with those who know nothing about what we’ve done and continue to do and yet are quick to point fault at the MPD,” Koval says. And while Koval says he welcomes transparency and ideas for improvement, he also suggests that the real problem is that people don’t understand what the department does. Asked what he hopes comes out of a review of department practices, Koval says: “When there’s a greater familiarity with what exactly is being trained, there will be a better and healthier understanding that the Madison police force uses force rarely. And that’s not how we’re typically defined.” Couper finds some of Koval’s rhetoric disappointing, albeit understandable. Police tend to circle the wagons and resist scrutiny and change.

“Police culture is so overwhelming. If you feel like you’re being put upon by outsiders, you tend to hunker in,” Couper says. “[Koval has] been under a lot of pressure for a first-year chief, no doubt about it. But you need to listen to people outside your agency. Sometimes you’ve got to hear the uncomfortable messages.” Scott was a finalist for the Madison police chief job that Koval was given a little over a year ago. So he declines to comment on whether the MPD command staff is being overly defensive or resistant to change. But he says that police nationally have been evolving and responding to cries for change. When the Supreme Court ruled in 1985 that police could no longer shoot fleeing suspects, numerous departments around the country had already forbidden this practice. In the past decade, police have also begun training to counter inherent biases. He sees departments beginning to make changes on how it uses force. “Police have made dramatic changes in how they use deadly force in the past,” he says. “They’ve changed tactics, training, policies, weaponry, legal justification,” he says. “Some of that has been pressed from the outside, ordered by courts. But a good deal has happened from the police themselves. I sense that police in this current climate are willing to change. I see it happening.” n

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larly eat and you will be amazed at the results... the more you eat, the better you feel.” SuperCharge! Foods’ microgreens appear on the menus of quite a few Madison restaurants, including A Pig in a Fur Coat, Salvatore’s Tomato Pies and L’Etoile. Willy Street Co-op and Jenifer Street Market also carry the product. The partners have been eyeing the East Washington space for a few years. “East Madison is home to a diverse range of incomes and ethnic backgrounds,” says Bjerke, “but we need more welcoming community spaces where we can communicate with one another.” The new location has been thoughtfully transformed using bamboo flooring and reclaimed barn wood for a homey, peaceful feel. The microgreen growing room has a quartz floor — for its grounding properties,

the owners explain — and windows, too, so that juice bar customers can see the ingredients. The new facility will allow for almost eight times more production than the current one. The owners want the new space to be more than just a juice bar; they want it to be a healthy place for the community to gather. A community room will be available for meetings and yoga, and they hope to make the commercial kitchen available for community use as well. Another room will be will available for massage therapy. Bjerke and DiCiaula are planning for SuperCharge! Foods’ soft opening sometime in June, with a grand opening scheduled for mid-July. n

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P.T. Bjerke and TJ DiCiaula, owners of SuperCharge! Foods, are part of a green revolution. A microgreen revolution, to be exact. These two thirty-somethings have been growing microgreens in the attic of Bjerke’s Dayton Street home since 2009 and selling them to an increasing number of grocery stores and Madison-area restaurants. This summer, the business is doing some major growing of its own. Bjerke and DiCiaula are opening a new juice bar to be called Community Juice at the corner of North First Street and East Washington Avenue, in the former home of Catclimberz and Tranquil Tattoo. The microgreen operation will also move to the site.

SuperCharge! Foods focuses on growing three types of microgreens: pea shoots, sunflower microgreens and wheatgrass. Wheatgrass is consumed as a juice, while the others are eaten raw and added to just about anything, from sandwiches to pizza. Wheatgrass juice will be available at the new bar, along with other juices. Microgreens are sometimes confused with sprouts, but they are not the same thing. DiCiaula explains that microgreens are the stage of development when the sprout turns into a root and grows a stem and leaf set. “Microgreens are able to absorb a vast amount of trace minerals, providing the consumer with a higher amount of nutrition and nutrient density.” Bjerke suggests adding microgreens as a side “or incorporate them into meals you regu-

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New hot spot for Indian fast food Surprises on the menu are mostly great at Fast Biryani BY KYLE NABILCY

Fast Biryani has taken up residence in the former east-side La Bamba, looking down on the paved expanse of East Towne. While a biryani section can be found on most Indian menus in Madison, Fast Biryani’s menu is centered on Hyderabadi cuisine, where the rice-based dish is a specialty. And the biryani dishes here are the most complete, with a portion of meat or vegetables atop a fluffy bed of seasoned basmati rice. A small container of mirchi ka salan, a curried chili pepper dish, is suggested as an add-on, but it’s extremely spicy. The vegetable biryani has a more modest spice level, and the chickpea (daal) version is even less spicy — and what kind of maniac doesn’t love chickpeas? Chicken tikka masala is rich, both buttery and sweet. Vindaloo and makhni (think butter chicken) are on the menu here, too. All curries come in modest portion sizes, but these don’t include rice. Add an ample rice side with a serving of

naan to craft a dinner combo that still costs less than at most Indian restaurants in town. Only two animal proteins are featured prominently: chicken and mutton. Hyderabad is landlocked, after all, so fish and shrimp would feel a bit of a stretch. Mutton — which can refer to goat meat in Indian cuisine but at Fast Biryani is the more typical adult lamb — shows up on the bone in dishes like mutton qorma. While the meat itself was fragrantly seasoned, there wasn’t much other than the aromatics to recommend it. The gravy here is not the smooth, velvety Indian gravy you might be used to. Its consistency is kind of gritty and separated. All indications are that this is true to Hyderabadi style, though, so roll with it. Dip some naan in there. The chicken pasindey’s spicy, nutty gravy is particularly good for this purpose. It’s not a familiar dish name, but taking the chance with this dish led to success. This points to a problem with Fast Biryani: a lack of detail in the menu descriptions. If you’re not familiar with jalebi already, you might think from its appearance that it’s a gummi candy dessert and not the hybrid between funnel cake and moisture-logged Trix

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Lattes here are normally made with Anodyne’s Mind Tonic espresso blend, but while reading about other roasts, I requested an iced latte made with beans grown in Rwanda near Lake Kivu. These beans are a bourbon cultivar of the Coffea arabica species first developed in Réunion off the coast of Madagascar — one of the first coffee varietals. These are described as carrying hints of raisins and tamarind. I couldn’t taste the fruit, but the drink had a light but still full flavor, delicious and refreshing on a warm day. Should you opt for the standard Mind Tonic blend, look for chocolate notes followed by grapefruit, cherry and raspberry — or so Anodyne suggests.

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The Summertime Benefit Brunch to support the River Food Pantry will feature a classic breakfast of pancakes, eggs, bacon, juice, coffee and River Bakery coffee cake along with folk music from Skip Jones. All proceeds go to provide food for the pantry. $9/adults, $6/ kids; at the Northside Farmers’ Market, Northport Drive and North Sherman Avenue; rain site is the River Food Pantry, 2201 Darwin Rd. And here’s another Sunday market for your veggie needs.

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A special five-course pairing dinner at Dexter’s Pub will feature beers from the popular Alaskan Brewing Company and some northern food specialties like wild-caught Bering Sea king salmon and even bear sausage. Alaskan beers will also be incorporated into a White Ale vinaigrette and a stout ganache. $45/ person, complete details at dexterspubmadison.com/ events; book in advance at 608-244-3535.

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Depression in student-athletes New guidelines focus on high-schoolers BY MICHAEL POPKE

Jaden Gault, the highest-rated recruit in the University of Wisconsin’s class of 2014, didn’t play a single down for the Badgers last fall. Instead, after the offensive tackle from Monona Grove High led the Silver Eagles to a 2013 state champion ship, graduated early and enrolled at UW, he began suffering from anxiety — the result of new pressures that go along with being a top recruit at a Big Ten school. He spent his freshman year away from the team while being treated for depression. “I was like a zombie,” Gault told the Wisconsin State Journal last summer, when he announced he would redshirt his 2014 season. “I was getting kind of hopeless. I didn’t feel like doing anything or being there at all. I just wanted to check out. I wanted to just be done with life. Being in that kind of stage, you really have no other options in your head at that time.” (The UW athletic department did not respond to requests regarding Gault’s current status, although he is listed on the Badgers’ 2015 spring roster.) Gault is far from alone. The American College Health Association reports that, in 2013, nearly onethird of all undergraduates surveyed claimed they were “so depressed it was difficult to function,” and 7.4 % admitted to seriously considering suicide. Now, new concerns focus on high school student-athletes. Representatives from the National Athletic Trainers’ Association, the Youth Sports Safety Alliance, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, the American Psychological Association and other organizations recently developed and issued guidelines to help parents, coaches, athletic trainers and administrators identify and assist high school student-athletes with mental health problems. The guidelines, officially titled “Recommendations for Developing a Plan to Recognize and Refer Student Athletes with Psychological Concerns at the Secondary School Level,” state that the types, severity and percentages of mental illnesses are increas-

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ing in young adults between the ages of 18 and 25, and officials say those issues may develop during adolescence. The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association hasn’t publicly weighed in on the guidelines yet, although the group’s sports medical advisory committee discussed them in early May. Student-athletes are particularly susceptible to depression, according to Timothy Neal, a certified athletic trainer and former assistant athletic director for sports medicine at Syracuse University, who now runs his own consulting firm and oversaw the creation of the guidelines for the National Athletic Trainers’ Association. (That association also has developed recommendations for everything from managing concussions and heat illness to lightning safety and evaluating dietary supplements.)

“Sometimes, athletes’ worst moments aren’t when they’re physically injured,” Neal says. Almost 7.8 million kids participate in high school athletics — many of whom define themselves by their sports performances. Depression triggers in student-athletes often include struggling performance, a chronic career-ending injury, relationship challenges, academic pressures, or bullying or hazing, Neal says. Other significant contributing factors can include eating disorders (especially in sports in which body image is critical, such as gymnastics) and substance abuse. “The key factors in helping a studentathlete with psychological concerns are education, early recognition, effective mental health referral and addressing potential risks within the secondary school system,” Neal says. “Putting these steps in place can help the athlete excel at sport,

have appropriate support to manage psychological challenges and continue to thrive in life and school.” According to the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, in 2013 an estimated 2.6 million kids between the ages of 12 and 17 reported at least one major depressive episode, traditionally defined by a consistent loss of interest in daily activities for two weeks or longer. The percentage of episodes among females (16.2 %) was about three times higher than males (5.3 %). Claudia Reardon, a psychiatrist who sits on the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association’s sports medical advisory committee, stresses that there is no evidence to suggest that mental health issues exist at a higher level in high school and college athletes than they do among the general student population. Reardon, an assistant professor in the psychiatry department at UW-Madison, adds that alcohol plays a much greater factor in teenage and young adult depression than drugs. “It seems like every condition is on the rise. Does that mean there are more cases, or just more awareness?” Reardon asks, suggesting it might be a combination of both. “Maybe it’s more common now because of increasingly early specialization in individual sports. I think that does set up some athletes for burnout and depression.” While many of the recommendations from the National Athletic Training Association are intended for school personnel, Reardon thinks that parents, guardians and friends also need to be on the lookout for depression symptoms. Educating student-athletes about stress management strategies and services available, such as a professional psychological evaluation, can help improve their ability to function. In fact, Reardon suggests psychological evaluations be a greater part of a student-athlete’s preparticipation medical exam. “No one is immune from mental illness, no matter how strong, tough and confident someone appears on the outside,” she says. “We do a disservice to athletes when we assume that external toughness also implies internal toughness.” n

From swimmer’s ear to swim dad An enriching experience even on dry land

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Swimmer’s ear was a common malady for me growing up. Whenever I put my head in the water, I usually would acquire another ear infection a few days later. This explains why I (barely) learned the front crawl. So it’s a little ironic that I’ve spent a good chunk of parenthood on the decks and in the stands of countless indoor and outdoor swimming facilities all over southern Wisconsin. This Saturday will mark the beginning of my 12th consecutive year as a swim dad. My 18-year-old daughter began swimming at age 7 on a summer recreational team, the Sun Prairie Piranhas; a year later she joined the

DeForest Aquatic Club, a year-round competitive team affiliated with USA Swimming. She also swam for four years at Sun Prairie High School. Not to be outdone, my 15-year-old son started swimming for the Piranhas when he was 6, joined DeForest the next year and now also swims for Sun Prairie High. I’ll roll out of bed Saturday at 5:15 a.m. to drive him to the buses that leave for the Piranhas’ meet in Baraboo. Then I’ll hit the road myself to meet him there. Being a swim dad has been the single most enriching experience of my adult life. My kids and I have built lasting friendships through the sport. I’ve studied the rules, endured the emotions and treaded water through the politics as a volunteer official and event worker. And I’ve

even jumped back into the pool after a few decades of remaining exclusively on dry land. If I’ve been able to reap such benefits, imagine what competitive swimming has done for my kids. The sport has taught them discipline (daily practices sometimes begin at 6 a.m. and eventually become two-a-days that don’t end until 9 p.m.), sportsmanship (swimmers work toward setting personal records while still scoring team points), as well as self-confidence. My daughter wrapped up her official swimming “career” last fall as a captain at Sun Prairie High. But now she lifeguards, teaches swimming and continues to work out in the pool. She’s being paid for doing what she enjoys, and that’s more than enough to make a dad smile. n

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High-flying feats Cycropia Aerial Dance sails past the quarter-century mark BY KATIE REISER

After the Boys and Girls Club on Taft Street shuts down for the night, members of Cycropia Aerial Dance arrive, pulling down trapezes and silks rigged into the ceiling of the gym. The company is putting in late nights these days, preparing 10 dance works for Contraption, an upcoming performance at Memorial Union’s Shannon Hall on June 5-6 commemorating the troupe’s 25th anniversary. Prior to rehearsing “Kaleidoscope,” an aerial silks dance with nine performers, cast members joke and jostle as they line up to make their entrances, spraying rosin on their palms. They position slender mats beneath the silks. The mats don’t appear to offer much of a cushion if things go awry, and will be eliminated as the production approaches. “There’s no flippy-floppy at performance time,” company member Jess Clark says with a laugh. As the music begins, the performers snap into focus. Initially, the dancers take long gliding leaps, skimming the floor as they swing in large circles suspended on jewel-toned silks. They swiftly ascend to the top of the hanging fabric, using impressive upper body strength, before spinning down the length of the fabric in an improbably slinky and smooth spiral. This combination of grace and danger is what makes Cycropia’s work resonate with audiences (that, and a splash of “I wish I could do that” envy). Its annual free show at the Orton Park Festival, where members swing from one of the park’s enormous oak trees, is enormously popular. Contraption isn’t the first of Cycropia’s indoor shows, but the group is taking a fi-

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nancial risk by booking three shows at a venue with over 1,000 seats. It’s been 11 years since the group last performed in the Union’s theater. But risk-taking is part of Cycropia’s ethos, and the dancers hope those Orton fans and a new audience will move indoors to see the group flying from new contraptions in a traditional theater space. Aerialist Luv Joy Seamon, the show’s creative director and one of the collective’s choreographers, says challenges also present creative opportunities, and the group has come up with

“more artful ways of weaving things together from the ground to the air,” using aerial apparatus in unusual ways. Cycropia dancers come from a variety of backgrounds, including ballet, modern dance, diving, gymnastics, contact improv, yoga and martial arts. But all seem drawn to the experience of flight and the adrenaline that can accompany it. These daredevils are both artists and athletes who offer Madison a different way of seeing and thinking about dance.

Kenneth Loud was an earthbound modern dancer who did lighting and sound work for Cycropia’s first performance in 1989. He couldn’t resist the allure and began taking trapeze classes and performing soon after. He says Cycropia was in the vanguard of aerial dance during those early years. Kari Dickinson, a mother of two who works for UW’s School of Education, studied dance seriously in her youth. Five years ago, she stumbled upon Cycropia’s introductory low-flying trapeze class for adults. She initially thought of it as a new way to exercise and quickly found it addictive. Dickinson, who’ll be performing in two pieces, says audience members may be tempted to take flight after coming to the show. For those who come away from Contraption feeling the need to swing, the Madison area has a burgeoning circus arts scene. Classes, workshops and camps abound. In addition to Cycropia’s own offerings, Madison Circus Space and the Mazomanie Movement Arts Center (home of Wild Rumpus Circus) are drawing in students of all ages and skill levels. A lot of cross-pollination between the groups occurs, because many Cycropia members teach at the other venues. Some of the options beyond trapeze include specialties like lyra (an aerial hoop), aerial silks and aerial pole. Dickinson says curious audience members should give aerial arts a try. And, she adds, there’s a reason people get hooked: “There’s a real sense of freedom about it — that sensation of flying. I used to love to swing as a kid, and it’s like that, a very liberating experience. Also there is the challenge of it. You get that sense of accomplishment, but there is always something new to learn.” n

A celebration of gay pride Queer Shorts 10 is a festival of remembrance

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StageQ, Madison’s LGBT theater company, is celebrating a decade of Queer Shorts. This year’s extravaganza, which kicks off June 12 at the Bartell Theatre, includes 13 plays with a cast and crew of more than 45, chosen from hundreds of local and national submissions. Collected under the theme of “remembrance,” the festival looks back on LGBT history, both serious and silly. Created in 2005 by former StageQ staff member Katy Conley, the annual festival was intended to provide a platform for LGBT voices in the Madison area. The short plays and flexible rehearsal schedule have allowed first-time performers to stretch their stage

legs alongside more seasoned professionals. The end result, say organizers, is the coming together of diverse voices and talents, creating a larger sense of both Madison’s theater and queer communities. StageQ actively welcomes gay and straight participants alike, emphasizing unity among artists and activists. The reputation of Queer Shorts has grown over the last decade. While it once featured mostly local playwrights, it now produces writers from across the country, says Michael Bruno, current president of StageQ’s board of directors. Bruno has been an active participant and supporter of the festival since joining the company for the third Queer Shorts. The pool of script submissions for the June event topped 300, with scripts from first-time and

professional playwrights as well as from other theater companies. Bruno says StageQ hopes to continue the annual tradition, and he wants to bring the focus back to local playwrights and theater artists to honor the Madison community that has made the festival so popular. Bruno says there is a “nice mix” of comedic and dramatic pieces this year. One highlight is the one-man show If Knives Were Butterflies by Kiki Kosnick. It is a memorial to the influential Madison LGBT rights activist Felicia MeltonSmyth, who was murdered on a trip to Mexico in 2008. Bruno says the play creates a sense of communal remembrance for the Madison community: “Queer Shorts is our celebration of gay pride in Madison.” n

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A captivating new musical Held is a memorable and gorgeous fairy tale BY AMELIA COOK FONTELLA

Broom Street Theater’s musical Held is a fairy tale-like adventure set in an apocalyptic landscape of battles, dying trees and rivers that run red with blood. It unravels a complex story of three longtime friends who are, at the show’s start, trapped by a wizard’s curse in a cell with no windows or doors. This is playwright Kelly Maxwell’s first full-length work and her directorial debut. Maxwell has established herself in Madison as a talented actress and musician; she and Held‘s music director/composer Meghan Rose perform as part of folk-pop foursome Little Red Wolf. Rose plays in three Madison bands and has composed music for three musicals, including a zombie show that was part of the New York Fringe Festival. Maxwell and Rose are a powerhouse team. Held is well crafted, and its entertaining mix of fantasy, memorable music and emotional ups and downs keep the audience engaged. At the center of the emotion is Korin, played by Erin McConnell, who excels in her

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Sarah C. Streich (right) plays a determined warrior, evoking The Hunger Games.

role as a “dreamer” possessing supernatural gifts: She’s girlish, self-centered and completely charming. McConnell maintains a sweet impishness that hides something darker. Her stunning costume (by Raven Albrecht), a floorlength white halter dress, conjures the toga of

an oracle, a bridal gown and a flowing river — all aspects of Korin’s character. As Korin’s best friend and “chosen sister” Mera, Sarah C. Streich also delivers a punch, playing a determined soldier about to head off to battle. Mera is the opposite of a dreamer, a

realist who sees the truth that Korin cannot. Her spunk and readiness to fight can’t help but draw comparisons to Katniss Everdeen from The Hunger Games. Patrick Chounet’s Bardo embodies the awkwardness of a teenager. His hands dangle uncomfortably at his sides, and he’s overly eager to please the two girls. His simplicity and innocence provide balance to the other, more complicated, characters. Held’s nine original songs are not just entertaining interludes; they further the plot and develop the characters. On opening night, vocal performances were mostly strong, and any imperfections were made up for by passionate delivery. The audience is asked to hold applause until the end, allowing the music to be woven into the performance without interruption. A live band — bass, cello and piano — accompanies the vocals. A show that works on multiple levels, Held is simultaneously a fantastical adventure and a story about the emotional intricacies of relationships. It’s filled with poetry, humor and gorgeous music. This dreamy fairy tale is one that Madison audiences won’t soon forget. n

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Devotees of Glee experiencing withdrawal since the series ended in March can get a fix of showbiz teen spirit at the Tommy Awards. The annual event, which takes place on June 7 at Overture Hall, features individual performers and selections from high school musicals chosen by a team of reviewers from more than 60 productions in southern Wisconsin. Tim Sauers, Overture’s vice president of MARK FROHNA programming and community engagement, hosts the annual awards show, which was Memorial’s Brian Luo at the 2014 awards. named for Wisconsin-born Broadway actor and singer Tom Wopat. Sauers says the the feedback important for his development three-and-a-half-hour show always sells out: as a performer. “Sometimes you get caught “I’m still amazed at the kind of talent we see.” up in your own head,” he says. “[The review] But it’s not just fans of Broadway musitempers that and helps you improve.” cals who benefit from the Tommy Awards; Roller was nominated this year as “OutMAYget 26—31, 2015 the performers professional advice in the standing Lead Performer” for his dual role as process. Sauers launched the Tommys six John the Baptist and Judas in Godspell. Next years ago after he saw a similar show Minyear, he will pursue a drama degree at the A record-breaking theatre exploding nesota, but he added an educational compoNew School inlive New York sensation, City. music, passionate romance nent: A team of three theater professionals with heart-pounding Middleton High School junior Kailey dancing. Featuring hit songs, watch and provide written critiques of the and sensational Boyle, whose role in Pippin alsothe landed her a “Hey Baby,”Lead “Do Performer,” You Love Me?” singing, acting, direction and design of each“Hungry nodEyes,” for “Outstanding saysand production. That model has been repro- the heart the Tommy have The givenTime her confistoppingAwards “(I’ve Had) of My Life.” duced in Omaha, Des Moines and Orlando. dence to follow her dream of a career in the Alex Roller, a senior at Verona High ater. “Being nominated means someone felt Great Seats Still Available! R T U R E C E N T E R .O R G | 6 0 8 . 2 5 8 .4 1 4 1 School and two-time winner, says he finds O V Ethe energy I created. I feel like I succeeded.” n

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The end is near for the Death Blues project. The collaborative, multimedia venture of Milwaukee-based percussionist Jon Mueller (best known for his work in bands like Collections of Colonies of Bees and Volcano Choir) will hold a final performance at Spring Green’s Shitty Barn on June 10, just three years after the release of its manifesto. The document, written by Mueller and published in November 2012, affirms that life is finite. It’s also a call to action, serving as a catalyst for celebrating life. “We know our time is finite, yet rather than give in to hopelessness, we celebrate and pursue happiness through our relationships, through our ideas and through our actions,” Mueller writes in the manifesto. How he would turn the message into music mystified many. “It was difficult to get some people to wrap their heads around because it was a stretch in some ways,” Mueller says in a recent phone interview. The first hint came with Death Blues’ self-titled LP, released the same day the manifesto was published. It’s a minimal, repetitive six-song effort based around the sound of a hammer hitting an acoustic guitar. The following weekend was Death Blues’ first performance, an engaging two nights that included music, dance, food and a labyrinth. Over the next two years, with more than 50 contributing members, Death Blues continued to deliver its message using multiple

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mediums of expression, including companion essays — a focus that made the project more rewarding for Mueller and for the audience. “I feel [that by] working in contexts that involved a bigger picture, or more potential areas of interest, there were definitely ways to capture people’s attention and get them to at least think about some of the ideas that are being presented,” says Mueller. While Death Blues consists of bare instrumentals meant to represent the finality of death, 2014’s Ensemble is a sweeping nine-track suite that attempts to capture different life stages us-

ing percussion, woodwinds and stringed instruments. It’s a complicated recording that, when paired with its seven essays, provides an emotionally rewarding experience. Mueller decided to conclude his project to avoid rehashing its singular vision on another record. And that’s understandable because Death Blues has come full circle: What began as a meditation on the power of being present evolved into a multimedia effort on life’s vast complexities. Says Mueller: “I think that duality is a great way to end the project.” n

Sweet spot HONEYHONEY stays true to its vision, with honest lyrics and finely crafted melodies BY MONICA NIGON

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HONEYHONEY has made three albums on three different labels, staying true to its vision with each. “We’ve always made sure that the music we make is the music we want to make, no matter the label,” says guitarist Ben Jaffe of the Los Angeles-based alternative folk duo. Jaffe, who grew up in Williamstown, Mass., met bandmate Suzanne Santo in 2006 at a party in L.A. when both were 21. They had something else in common: They each left home when they were teenagers. When they met, Jaffe says he was “weirdly involved in the alternative comedy scene” and writing songs for Nickelodeon and cartoon shows. Cleveland native Santo was working as a model and actress, land-

ing roles on Law & Order, Blind Justice and the Sigourney Weaver film Imaginary Heroes. “We became friends. We’d see each other around,” Jaffe says of his collaborator. “Then we started writing songs together, and now we just love each other.” Dave Cobb, whose other credits include Sturgill Simpson and Jason Isbell, produced their third record, the matter-of-factly titled 3. The 12-track Southern-flavored rock album will be released on June 9, one day before HONEYHONEY takes the stage at the High Noon Saloon. “I loved the records we wrote in the past, but this one’s just better,” Jaffe says. “The songwriting’s better. I went through and read every single lyric, and I stand by all of them. I’m proud of the lyrics we both write.” Some of the songs are written solely by Jaffe or Santo, but 3 features more collabora-

Folk duo Jaffe (left) and Santo.

tions between the two. “Usually someone comes in with an idea to develop with the other, but we’ve gotten better and better at co-creating simultaneously.” As it has evolved, HONEYHONEY has stayed true to the honest lyrics and soulpunching melodies that keep audiences coming back for more. “Because we have to play this shit every night, we have to believe it,” says Jaffe. “It has to resonate with us. That’s the place we write from. And we write some mopey shit.” n

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What’s most extraordinary about Whispers and Shadows, the new memoir from author, historian, naturalist and UW-Madison professor emeritus Jerry Apps, is that he took so long to write it. After publishing more than 30 books about everything from barns, campfires and loon calls to circus siblings and fictional fracking, Apps finally has penned a series of succinct, stand-alone essays that explore the roots of his rural environmental influences. The essays serve as a follow up to his full-length memoir, The Quiet Season: Remembering Country Winters. Born in the middle of the Great Depression, Apps grew up on a small, 160-acre farm in Waushara County. He attended classes in a one-room schoolhouse and immersed himself in the bustling woods located “just a few dozen steps from the kitchen door.” Today, Apps splits his time between Madison and his own farm, named Roshara, located in the state’s central sands region two miles from where he lived as an industrious boy. In fewer than 140 pages, Apps emphasizes the value of reconnecting with nature and taking time out from a plugged-in, whirlwind world to wallow in the majesty of trees, birds, and the wind and the rain. “The land, like all living creatures, wants to be respected, honored and valued,” Apps writes. “It tries to tell us this, if only we’ll learn to listen.”

His narrative voice is immediately familiar, like that of a gentle grandfather who smells of wood smoke and wears long-sleeve shirts year-round. His lively storytelling, anchored by exquisite attention to detail, profound discovery and an obvious passion for his subject, make this a pleasure to read — even if your idea of convening with nature is mowing the lawn once a week. Each chapter opens with a provocative quote from historic notables with connections to the UW, including ecologist Aldo Leopold, Sierra Club founder John Muir and environmentalist Sigurd Olson. The most poignant essay is the final one, titled “Last Hunt,” in which Apps eulogizes his father, the man who instilled in his son a love for nature as broad and intense as his own. On opening day for deer hunters in 1992, Pa killed his last buck with an opensight rifle at age 92 — a grand parting shot that ends this reflective book with a bang. n

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Love & Mercy is a profound look at the Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson BY WILLIAM GOSS

“You’ve been touched by greatness,” we hear a studio player flat-out tell Brian Wilson in Love & Mercy’s most conventional moment. Chances are good that anyone going to see this already knows how great Wilson was, a seminal force on the midcentury American pop landscape with his band, the Beach Boys, and the film suggests that the seemingly humble singer/songwriter knew full well that he was tapping into something special. Thankfully, Bill Pohlad’s second directorial effort largely eschews biopic formula, abandoning the cradle-to-grave, rags-toriches routine to focus on two primary points in Wilson’s life and career: making erratic progress on the now-beloved album Pet Sounds during the ’60s, and recovering from a stint of intense reclusiveness in the ’80s. While he loses his way in his younger years, Wilson is portrayed by Paul Dano; as he cautiously finds it again in middle age, he’s played by John Cusack. Todd Haynes employed a similar multiactor technique in his Bob Dylan composite, I’m Not There (also co-written by Mercy’s Oren Moverman), but the gimmick proves far more emotionally engaging in this instance, with the echoes of a turbulent past resounding in the then-present day. As Dano’s Wilson succumbs increasingly to drug abuse and his own demons, his tentative romance later on with the endlessly patient Melinda Ledbetter (Elizabeth Banks, terrific) is informed by that urgency and desperation.

Paul Dano captures Wilson at his most ecstatic and most hopeless.

In addition to the all-around burden of fame, Wilson must contend initially with his disappointed father and manager, Murry (Bill Camp), then with oppressive psychologist Eugene Landy (a wig-clad Paul Giamatti, striking the film’s falsest notes as its easiest villain). The equally fragile leads sell the turmoil — both internal and external — as well as those vital moments of persistence and harmony within the sanctum of the recording studio, epitomized by a shot of Wilson half-swallowed by a piano, plucking the strings with bobby pins, as the music he creates all but consumes him.

Having done little more than snoozy directto-Redbox action fare for the past few years, it’s refreshing to see Cusack in something of an intentional stupor, causing his romantic gestures and fearful outbursts to resonate all the more. Ultimately, all involved are cast in the shadow of Dano’s wide-ranging performance, capturing Wilson at his most ecstatic and his most hopeless. Already an established talent with remarkable turns in There Will Be Blood and Little Miss Sunshine, the actor has never demonstrated such profound sensitivity as he does here. Some might even say he’s been touched by greatness, or at least does a damn good impression of it. n

Espionage high jinks Melissa McCarthy kicks ass in Spy

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The Paul Feig/Melissa McCarthy comedy onslaught that began with Bridesmaids continues to crush everything in its path with this femme-centric parody of James Bond and Mission: Impossible-like high jinks. McCarthy gets top billing this time out, and although her CIA analyst-cum-inadvertent superspy feels somewhat less brazenly comedic than her previous outings, there are enough laugh-out-loud moments to make this one of the better yuk-fests of the early summer movie season. All involved would have been better served had the two-hour running time been shorn to a tight 90 minutes. Feig, who also wrote, opens fire with a veritable fusillade of gags, visual and otherwise, some of which hit their marks dead-on while many others ricochet off their intended targets or

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just plain fizzle out. Still, the cast is uniformly on-board for some seriously bizarro, againsttype hilarity, foregrounding McCarthy’s initially mousy Susan Cooper against a range of talent that runs from Jason Statham’s clueless beenthere, done-that braggart Rick Ford to Peter Serafinowicz’s endlessly scene-stealing, perpetually horny Italian ally Aldo (who recalls no one

so much as Christopher Walken’s critically suave SNL character, The Continental). The plot is little more than a mishmash of spy movie tropes — a briefcase nuke stolen by Rose Byrne’s statuesque, Russian-y villainess; opulent European settings; roaring sports car daredevilry; Jude Law’s unflappability — but that’s really beside the point. Feig and McCarthy’s completely possible mission here is to generate laughs and transform Agent Cooper from a frumpy, lovesick Langley-basement operative into a full-fledged ass-kicking, world-saving icon of full-figured female empowerment, with chuckles galore. In that, Spy succeeds with flying colors. If it’s not as satisfyingly wacky as the downright Dadaist 1984 spy parody high-water mark Top Secret, well, what is? This is a different sort of comedy that more or less succeeds on its own terms, despite that fact that you find yourself rooting for the post-Snowden CIA. n

The film list New releases Entourage: These show-biz players leap from HBO to the big screen, with a zillion more cameos and in-jokes. Jurassic World: Ten years after the opening of the dinosaur theme park, a new promotion goes horribly awry.

Recent releases Aloha: Cameron Crowe tries to pack a miniseries worth of plotting into this disjointed effort at romantic dramedy. Bradley Cooper stars as a civilian military contractor in Hawaii for an assignment, where he reconnects with an old flame and finds a new spark with his Air Force escort. Occasionally, when people stand still long enough to exchange banter, you get a glimpse of the emotional honesty that once earned Crowe his fandom.

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Insidious: Chapter 3: A prequel set before the haunting of the Lambert family that reveals how gifted psychic Elise Rainier reluctantly agrees to use her ability to contact the dead in order to help an endangered teenage girl. San Andreas: A series of catastrophic earthquakes is narrowed down to the problems of several people, including a rescue chopper pilot (Dwayne Johnson), his estranged wife and their college-bound daughter. That’s fairly typical for this sort of spectacle, in which various landmarks crumble to dust in epic fashion, sweeping thousands of anonymous people away with them. But even given the catharsis of seeing how people can survive even the worst calamities, it’s too unsettling watching random people die creatively-yet-bloodlessly just so that we can find out if one traumatized dude can redeem himself or who gets the girl. Tomorrowland: Based on the Disney attraction of the same name, this George Clooney film has the potential to be awe-inspiring. But instead, director Brad Bird’s latest effort seems more interested in blaming the human race for all that ails the planet. Despite clumsy attempts at social commentary, the production design and special effects are top-notch.

More film events The Muppets Take Manhattan: The crew heads to NYC to stage a musical. Palace and Point, June 5-7, 10 am, 12:30 & 3 pm. North by Northwest: Alfred Hitchcock’s classic thriller about an ad man (Cary Grant) mistakenly pursued by spies. Memorial Union Terrace, June 8, 9 pm. The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Screening of the audience participation classic, accompanied by the Velvet Darkness cast. Majestic Theatre, June 5, 9 pm. Selma: This riveting drama focuses on Martin Luther King Jr.’s 1965 efforts, with colleagues and allies, to secure voting rights for Southern blacks. Pinney Library, June 5, 6:30 pm. W.O.R.D. G.A.M.E.S.: Rooftop Cinema screening of short films featuring creative use of language by Kerry Laitala, Robert Nelson, Paul Sharits and John Smith. Madison Museum of Contemporary Art, June 5, 9:30 pm.

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Saint Motel Thursday, June 4, Memorial Union Terrace, 9 pm If you’re a fan of indie pop, Los Angeles-based Saint Motel is primed for a long residency in your musical life. Thanks to the hit “My Type,” the four-piece has already scored shows with Arctic Monkeys and Imagine Dragons and is looking forward to an even bigger 2015. Milwaukee’s Soul Low opens, fresh off the May 26 release of their new EP Sweet Pea.

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FAIRS & F ESTIVALS most promising groups. Still riding high off the release of last year’s raw self-titled debut, NE-HI is sure to put on a tour-tested, energetic set. With Modern Mod, Dolores. Bowl-A-Vard: Denim ‘n Leather, classic rock, free, 6 pm. Brink Lounge: Aaron Williams & the Hoodoo, free, 8 pm. Capital Brewery, Middleton: Ryan McGrath Band, 6 pm.

Verona Hometown Days: Gates at 5 pm on 6/4-5 and noon, 6/6-7, Hometown Park, Verona, with carnival, sports & more. Thursday: Battle of the Bands (all ages) 6:30 pm. Friday: Charm School Rejects 8 pm ($7), fireworks 9:30 pm. Saturday: Cherry Pie 8:30 pm ($7). Sunday: Pancake breakfast 7:30 am, parade noon. Free admission. veronahometowndays.com. 845-5777.

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Cardinal Bar: DJ Jo-Z, Latin, 10 pm. Club Tavern, Middleton: John Masino, free, 9 pm. Come Back In: Jesse Hendricks Music Experience, 5 pm. Edgewater Hotel: Madison Malone, free (on plaza), 6 pm. Essen Haus: The Sparks Band, free, 9 pm.

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This Californian septet’s mission is to spread love and kindness to others, and their music is as broad ranging as their message. Their sophomore major-label release, Kids in Love, is chock full of full-throated vocals, horns and upbeat guitars, the perfect instrumentation for sharing their inspiring message. With Vinyl Theatre.

NE-HI Thursday, June 4, The Frequency, 9 pm

The four boys of NE-HI originally came together to write the score for a mutual friend’s film, but they’ve since become one of the Chicago DIY rock scene’s

Gray’s Tied House, Verona: Briana Hardyman, free, 6 pm.

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Held: A Musical Fantasy Thursday, June 4, Broom Street Theater, 8 pm

This gorgeous and mystical new musical is the brainchild of actress/singer Kelly Maxwell and local rocker/composer Meghan Rose. Set in an apocalyptic landscape of violence and devastation, a complex and moving tale unfolds, told through three complex characters. The singing and acting is stunning, and the songs will put you on the edge of your seat. (See page 31). ALSO: Friday, Saturday and Thursday (8 pm), June 5-6 and 11. Through June 20.

High Noon Saloon: Sortin’ the Mail, free (on patio), 6 pm.

B O O KS / S PO K EN WO RD

Ivory Room: Vince Strong, Nicky Jordan, piano, 9 pm.

Book Sale: 3-8 pm on 6/4, 11 am-7 pm on 6/5 and 9 am-2 pm, 6/6, Literacy Network. 244-3911.

Kabul Restaurant: Acoplados, folk/Afro/Latin, free, 8 pm. Merchant: Johnny Chimes and Gatur Bait, free, 10 pm. Monona Terrace Rooftop: Rabid Aardvaarks, free, 7 pm. Mr. Robert’s: Dixie Duncan, free, 10 pm. Nau-Ti-Gal: The Change, free (on the patio), 5:30 pm. Quaker Steak and Lube, Middleton: Old School, 5:30 pm. True Coffee Roasters, Fitchburg: Kiernan McMullan, Max Dvorak, Ryan Langlois, Jacob Jones, rock/pop, 8 pm. UW Memorial Union-Terrace: Saint Motel, free, 9 pm.

S PECI AL EV ENTS Stand Up and Sing for Kids: Annual benefit for Dane County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), 6:30 pm, 6/4, High Noon Saloon, with Rock Star Gomeroke featuring celebrity singers, dessert buffet, silent auction. $20 donation. danecountycasa.org. 268-1122.

Damien Lemon

Michael Perry: Discussing “The Jesus Cow,” 7 pm, 6/4, Barnes & Noble-West Towne. 827-0809.

Thursday, June 4, Comedy Club on State, 8:30 pm

Maggie Messitt: Discussing “The Rainy Season,” her new book, 7 pm, 6/4, Central Library. 266-6300.

After graduating from Clark Atlanta University, standup Damien Lemon moved to New York City, where he quickly took the region’s comedy clubs by storm. Lemon has opened for Aretha Franklin, is a regular on MTV 2’s Guy Code and has appeared in The Amazing Spider-Man, Broad City and Nurse Jackie. With Kent Tucker, Esteban Touma. ALSO: Friday and Saturday (8 & 10:30 pm), June 5-6. Gena Gephart, Brandon Ream, Shawn Vasquez, Lisan Wood, Esteban Touma, Colin Bowden, host Lauren Cahillane: free, 10 pm, 6/4, Mickey’s Tavern. 251-9964.

Poetry Open Mic: 6:30 pm, 6/4, Central Library. 266-6350.

S PEC TATO R S PO RTS WIAA State Boys Individual Tennis Tournament: 10:30 am on 6/4, 9 am on 6/5 and 8:30 am, 6/6, Nielsen Tennis Stadium. $6/session. 715-344-8580. Madison Mallards: vs. Green Bay Bullfrogs, 6:35 pm, 6/4; vs. Willmar Stingers, 7:05 pm, 6/5-6;; vs. Green Bay Bullfrogs, 6:35 pm on 6/9 and 7:05 pm, 6/10; vs. Lakeshore Chinooks, 7:05 pm, 6/11-12, Warner Park. $44-$8. www.mallardsbaseball.com. 246-4277.

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Kiki’s House of Righteous Music: Walter SalasHumara, Jon Langford, house concert (RSVP: waltersalashumara.com/house-concerts), 8 pm.

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Liliana’s: Rand Moore Quartet, jazz, free, 6:30 pm.

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Merchant: DJ Nick Nice, free, 10:30 pm. Mickey’s: Paint, Wood Chickens, Tea Heads, 10 pm. Mr. Robert’s: Ultrea, free, 10 pm. Our House: Kelley McCrae and Matt Castlelein, house concert (RSVP: annedave@chorus.net), 7:30 pm. Pooley’s: Brandon Beebe, free (on the patio), 7 pm.

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Segredo: DJ Jean Le Duke, 10 pm. Tempest Oyster Bar: Bill Roberts Trio, free, 9:30 pm. Ten Pin Alley, Fitchburg: The Feralcats, free, 7 pm.

Cage the Elephant Friday, June 5, Orpheum Theater, 8 pm

This Kentucky rock band made waves with their last album, 2013’s Melophobia, earning a Grammy nomination and dazzling critics with a bold, inspired new sound. And though “melophobia� means “fear of music,� don’t be afraid; the band remains high-energy on stage, and their recent return to the studio means they may even play a few new tunes.

Sortin’ The Mail

Tuvalu Coffee, Verona: MSG Showcase with Jim Schwall, Chas Coberly, John Duggleby, 7:30 pm.

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VFW-Cottage Grove Road: Frank James, 8 pm. Wisconsin Brewing Company, Verona: The Belairs, free, 4 pm; Madison County, country, free, 7 pm.

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S PECI AL E V ENTS Wisconsin Bike Week: Wisconsin Bike Fed’s annual event, 6/5-12, with commuter stations MondayFriday mornings at various locations (Bacon on the Bikepath 7-9 am, 6/12, 1 John Nolen Dr.), special events. Schedule: bikeweek.wisconsinbikefed.org. Adult Swim: 6-10 pm, 6/5, Madison Children’s Museum, with “MegaGeek Mashup� theme, music by Lords of the Trident, video games, crafts, refreshments. $12 (21+ only). 256-6445.

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HAPPYOKE Rock Star Gomeroke

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Undercover Organism Stereo Frontier The Earthlings

DJ Danger / 9:30 $5 ADV, $7 DOS

Lapham Marquette PTG Benefit

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HONEYHONEY Ryan Joseph Anderson 8pm $13 adv, $15 dos 18+

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JP Cyr & His 11 Radio Wranglers

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Sprecher’s Restaurant: Troye Shanks, free, 7 pm.

Dane County CASA’s “Stand Up And Sing! For Kids�

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Metabaque / Grupo Balança Madison Choro Ensemble Otimo Madison Brazilian Dance Madison Afrobeat Ensemble Samba Novistas / 8:30PM $10 adv, $12 dos

Super Ghost Friday, June 5, Memorial Union Terrace, 9 pm

Super Ghost is a quartet that met in Minneapolis but shortly thereafter moved to Omaha. Whether the band can channel the successes of numerous indie rock acts that called Omaha home throughout the early 2000s remains to be seen — but with an exceptional emo-meets-punk sound already carved out, their prospects sure look promising. With Luke Mathison. 1855 Saloon, Cottage Grove: David Hecht, 7 pm. Badger Bowl: Capital Hill Collection, The Sessions, free, 8:30 pm. Brink Lounge: The Radiators, 9 pm. Buck and Honey’s, Sun Prairie: Kevin Andrews, 6 pm. Capital Brewery: Mama Digdown’s Brass Band, 6 pm. Cardinal Bar: Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Quartet, free, 5:30 pm; DJs Heather, Hyperactive, Wyatt Agard, Lovecraft, Foshizzle, house, 9 pm. Chief’s Tavern: Frankie Lee, Chuck Bayuk and Tom Dehlinger, free, 6:30 pm. Claddagh, Middleton: David Mazzie, free, 8 pm. Come Back In: The Rascal Theory, free, 5 pm. Crossroads Coffeehouse, Cross Plains: Joe Snare and Grace Vosen, 7 pm. Essen Haus: David Austin Band, free, 8:30 pm. The Frequency: Anniversary Party with F.Stokes, Bird’s Eye, A.N.T. da Hope Boy, Radish, 9 pm. High Noon Saloon: Rock Star Gomeroke, 5 pm; Undercover Organism, Stereo Frontier, The Earthlings, DJ Danger, 9:30 pm. Ivory Room: Vince Strong, Nicky Jordan, Kevin Gale, dueling pianos, 8:30 pm.

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Expect an elevated experience when Madison-based aerial dance troupe Cycropia Aerial Dance performs their latest compositions. Using a combination of trapezes, bungees, aerial fabric, lyras and custom equipment, these performers will demonstrate their strength and flexibility while putting on a gravity-defying show. (See page 30.) ALSO: Saturday (2 & 7:30 pm), June 6.

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Valerie B. & The Boyz

Fresco Opera Theatre’s most ambitious production to date, Rinaldo and the Galactic Crusades takes Handel’s classic story of love and battle to infinity and beyond. Set in a universe of laser wars and aliens, the opera merges classic with contemporary in a unique theatrical experience for all ages. (For more, see isthmus.com/arts.) ALSO: Saturday (8 pm) and Sunday (2 pm), June 6-7.

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TAPIT/new works Ensemble Theater: “Work the Act”: 7:30 pm, 6/5-6 ($20), TAPIT/New Works; also, performance and gala reception 3 pm, 6/7 ($30). 244-2938.

FRI, JUNE 12 . 9 PM . $7 YOUR FAVORITE SPORTS: A PURE METAL NBA . NHL . MLB SHOWDOWN NASCAR . SOCCER

Left of Left Center: “Spirits to Enforce”: Superheroes hold a telethon to raise money for a Shakespeare production, 7:30 pm, 6/5, Goodman Community Center; 7:30 pm, 6/6, Firefly Coffeehouse, Oregon. $10 donation. RSVP: leftofleftcenter.com.

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Saturday, June 6, Barrymore Theatre, 8 pm

Steven Wilson is a four-time Grammy nominee whose credits include Porcupine Tree, Yes, Jethro Tull, Yoko Ono, Roxy Music, Simple Minds, Tears for Fears and XTC. His fourth solo album, Hand. Cannot. Erase., is a conceptual work written from a female perspective and inspired by the lonely story of Joyce Carol Vincent, a young British woman whose death in 2003 went unnoticed for more than two years.

Mickey’s Tavern: Ka-Boom!Box, free, 10 pm. Mother Fool’s: Jon Hain, Stephanie Rearick, celebrating 20 years of Mother Fool’s, free, 8 pm. Nau-Ti-Gal: Drive By Night, free (patio), 5:30 pm. Pooley’s: John Masino, free (on the patio), 7 pm. Segredo: DJ Nick Magic, 10 pm. Sprecher’s Restaurant: Primitive Culture, free, 8 pm. Tempest Oyster Bar: Tony Barba Trio, free, 9:30 pm. Tip Top Tavern: DJ Trichrome, free, 9:30 pm. Tricia’s Country Corners: The Keepers, 9 pm. UW Memorial Union-Terrace: Hippo Campus, Straya, free, 9 pm.

S PEC I A L EV EN TS Wright and Like: Annual Frank Lloyd Wright Wisconsin Heritage Tourism Program self-guided tour, 9 am-5 pm, 6/6, at locations in Madison and Middleton (tour headquarters at CUNA Round Building open at 8 am; $80; $70 adv.); also, display of Wright drawings and artifacts, dinner, 5 pm, 6/5, Wisconsin Historical Society/University Club ($100; RSVP by 6/4). www.wrightinwisconsin.org. 287-0339. Free Outdoor Fun Weekend: No license required for fishing in all state lakes & streams, 6/6-7; state park admission & trails fees also waived. dnr.wi.gov. 888-936-7463. Berry Bash: Annual United Way of Dane County fundraiser, 7-10 pm, 6/6, Wisconsin Aviation, with music by Breakfast Club, appetizers, raffle. $20. www. unitedwaydanecounty.org/berrybash. 246-4350. Hot Rod Power Tour: Cars on display before departing for road trip to Louisiana, 9 am-7 pm, 6/6, Alliant Energy Center, plus parts vendors. Spectators free (show car registration $45). www.hotrod.com.

Cars on State: Annual classic auto show, 10 am3 pm, 6/6, State Street. carsonstate.com. 512-1342.

Tyranny Is Tyranny Saturday, June 6, Mr. Robert’s, 9 pm

Tyranny Is Tyranny may have subdued the noise aspect of their post-hardcoresludge-noise-punk sound on their sophomore release, The Rise of Disaster Capitalism, but, well, tyranny is tyranny. The unique Madison trio are celebrating the release of the aforementioned record with a show that’s sure to be as fascinating and rewarding as their recorded output. With Volunteer, Bereft. 1855 Saloon, Cottage Grove: Sam Lyons, free, 7 pm. Badger Bowl: Dead Horse, Velveetatones, Mike Bleck, Dirty Deuce, blues, 1 pm. Bandung: Mideast by Midwest Salsa, with free salsa lesson, 8:30 pm.

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Merchant: DJ Phil Money, free, 10:30 pm.

Cows on the Concourse: 8 am-1 pm, 6/6, Capitol Square (at Main Street/MLK Jr. Blvd.), with petting zoos, entertainment, food, kids’ activities. Free. www.cowsontheconcourse.org. 250-4257.

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Brink Lounge: Mike Massey & Francie Phelps, 7 pm.

Learn to Row Day: Mendota Rowing Club annual open house & free instruction, 8 am-12:30 pm, 6/6, James Madison Park-Bernard’s Boathouse; 40th anniversary reception 3-5 pm ($20). RSVP: www.mendotarowingclub.com. 257-2739.

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Saturday, June 6, American Players Theatre (Spring Green), 3 pm

A retelling of one of the oldest and most famous war epics of all time. Homer’s Iliad is condensed into one visceral story told by a single narrator, Wisconsin’s own Jim DeVita. Experience the tragedy and the glory of the Trojan War, all in the intimate setting of APT’s Touchstone Theatre. ALSO: Thursday, June 11, 7:30 pm. Through Oct. 18.

The Merry Wives of Windsor Saturday, June 6, American Players Theatre (Spring Green), 8 pm

Harmony Bar: The Kissers, Irish rock, 9:45 pm.

Sir John Falstaff moves to Windsor in search of an idyllic and comfortable life. His plan? Marry one of the wealthiest women in town. But when Falstaff sends matching love letters to multiple married women, the Wives of Windsor plot to make a fool of Falstaff. A silly comedy about marriage and misplaced affections. ALSO: Thursday, June 11, 7:30 pm. Through Oct. 4.

Ivory Room: Jim Ripp, Josh Dupont, Kevin Gale, dueling pianos, 8:30 pm.

Kalaanjali School of Dance: Annual free student recital, 2 pm, 6/6, Oregon High School. 833-3102.

Cardinal Bar: DJ Rumba, 10 pm. Claddagh: Bryan Popp & Corey Jenny, 8 pm. Cold Fusion, Middleton: Patchwork Monkey, 9:30 pm. Come Back In: The Benders, free, 9 pm. Essen Haus: David Austin Band, free, 8:30 pm. The Frequency: Anniversary Party with Four Aspirin Morning, The Black Saints, Banner Pilot, Eddie Ate Dynamite, Ylab, I Am Dragon, Basement Fire, 7 pm.

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The local blues/rock/pop outfit named after our sex-positive ape cousins is bringing a new CD into the world: Low Hanging Fruit. Thanks to vocalist and harmonica player Marc Rosenthal, a local nurse who traveled to Sierra Leone to care for Ebola patients, the CD release party is a benefit for Partners in Health and the Ebola Survivor Corps. Cardinal: Tani Diakite & the Afrofunkstars, 8 pm.

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Coliseum Bar: Johnny Chimes & Gatur Bait, Madison Jazz Society Year End Party, free, 1 pm.

Tommy Awards Sunday, June 7, Overture Hall, 6 pm

Judges travel around the state throughout the year to review musical theater productions at more than 60 high schools, and the Tommys audience gets to see the best of the best — young people singing and dancing their hearts out, competing with their peers for accolades and one of two slots at the National High School Musical Theater Awards competition in New York City. Expect big chorus numbers, jazz hands and lots of talent. (See page 31.)

H O ME & GA RD EN Herb Day: Annual Wildwood Institute event, 10 am4 pm, 6/7, Olbrich Gardens, with free classes for all ages, afternoon walk. 246-4550.

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The Frequency: Sounds Del Mar, Minotaurs, Honor Masters, 7:30 pm.

Malt House: The Kissers, Irish, free, 7:30 pm.

Grace Episcopal Church: Madison Sacred Harp Singers, shape-note singing (all invited to sing), 3 pm. Harmony Bar: Jim Schwall, “moving out party” giveaway of items that won’t be leaving Madison with him, 5 pm. High Noon Saloon: The Schwartzes, Rockstar Gomeroke, Marquette/Lapham Parent Teacher Group benefit, 11:30 am. Java Cat: Jeff Larsen, fingerstyle guitar, free, 1 pm. Trinity United Methodist Church: Katie McNally Band, Scottish fiddle, 7 pm.

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Come Back In: Field & James, free (patio), 5 pm. Up North Pub: Pat Ferguson, free, 8 pm.

S PEC TATO R S PO RTS WIAA State Boys Golf Tournament: Sessions at 7 am & noon, 6/8-9, University Ridge Golf Course, Verona. 715-344-8580.

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Rock would not exist as we know it without the contributions of Les Paul (1915-2009), the Waukesha-born wizard who invented multi-track recording and built the first real electric guitar. He also performed regularly in the 1950s with his wife, singer Mary Ford. Local raconteur and Isthmus contributor Bob Jacobson, who published a book about Paul’s life, kicks things off with a presentation before the legendary Gomers rock out with the audience and guest vocalist Carolynn Schwartz to Les Paul-related tunes. Capital Brewery, Middleton: Feralcats, free, 6 pm. Cardinal Bar: Ben Sidran, Louka Patenaude, Nick Moran, Todd Hammes, Gege Telesforo, 5:30 pm. Edgewater: Johnny Chimes, free (on plaza), 6 pm. The Frequency: Post Social, Pseudoubt, Treading North, Doks Robotiks, rock, 8:30 pm.

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Death Blues Wednesday, June 10, The Shitty Barn (Spring Green), 7 pm

Death Blues is a project rooted in the understanding that our lives are finite, and bent on exploring the concept through singing, writing and performing. Headed by percussionist Jon Mueller, the group has boasted over 50 contributing members during its tenure, which ends with this performance. (See page 32.)

HONEYHONEY Wednesday, June 10, High Noon Saloon, 8 pm

HONEYHONEY is the alternative folk duo of Ben Jaffe and Suzanne Santo. Together, they tell gritty tales of personal heartache over the sounds of banjos, strings, guitars and percussion. Though their records are some of alt-country’s best recent releases, the band’s real power lies in compelling live performances. (See page 32.) With Ryan Joseph Anderson.

Scott Bradlee & Postmodern Jukebox Thursday, June 11, Majestic Theatre, 8 pm

Take a step back in time with this megaband that gives modern pop songs a jazz, doo-wop and ragtime treatment. The group gained traction on YouTube with over 100 million views before bringing their distinctive covers and vintage costumes to stages across the United States and Europe.

Brink Lounge: Dan Hubbard, 8 pm. Capital Brewery: The Wells Division, free, 6 pm. Cardinal Bar: DJ Chamo, Latin, 10 pm. Club Tavern, Middleton: Madpolecats, free, 9 pm. Come Back In: Teddy Davenport, free (patio), 5 pm. Crystal Corner Bar: Linda, The Low Czars, rock, 9 pm. Essen Haus: WheelHouse, free, 9 pm. The Frequency: Bird’s Eye, Lazydeadpoet, The Family Business, 8:30 pm. Gray’s Tied House, Verona: Just Merl, free, 6 pm. Harmony Bar: The Lewis Brothers, 5 pm.

Cardinal Bar: DJ Fabe, 9 pm.

Ivory Room: Katy Marquardt, Mike Massey, 9 pm.

The Frequency: The Dreaming, Death Valley High, Cynergy 67, 8:30 pm. Mickey’s Tavern: Tani Diakite & His Desert Trance Infusion, free, 10 pm. Naples 15: Steven Meyer, guitar, free, 7 pm.

Merchant: The Melon Heads, free, 10 pm. Mickey’s Tavern: Mal-O-Dua, swing, 5:30 pm. Nau-Ti-Gal: Crosstown Drive, free (patio), 5:30 pm. Quaker Steak and Lube, Middleton: Grey Matter Mechanics, free, 5:30 pm. Rennebohm Park: Capitol City Band, free, 7 pm.

Quaker Steak and Lube: Johnny Can’t Stop, 5:30 pm.

Tempest Oyster Bar: Evan Murdock and the Imperfect Strangers, Seasaw, free, 9 pm.

Uno Chicago Grill-Mineral Point Rd.: Nine Thirty Standard, free (on the patio), 6:30 pm.

Tuvalu Coffee, Verona: Beth Kille and Michael Tully, Verona Area Needs Network benefit, 6:30 pm.

Up North Pub: MoonHouse, free, 8 pm.

UW Memorial Union-Terrace: Buried Valley Band, free, 5 pm; Whosah, Oh My Love, free, 9 pm.

B OOKS Michael Perry: Discussing “The Jesus Cow,” his new novel, 7 pm, 6/10, Central Library. 266-6300.

SP ECI A L I N T ER ESTS Attic Angel Sale: Annual fundraiser with antiques, housewares, art & more, 1-7:30 pm ($15 admission) on 6/10, 8 am-6:30 pm on 6/11 and 8 am-noon, 6/12, High Point Church. 662-8900.

thu june 11 Festa Junina: Gondwana Edition: Brazilian celebration, 8:30 pm, 6/11, High Noon Saloon, with Metabaque, Grupo Balanca, Madison Choro Ensemble, Otimo Madison Brazilian Dance, Madison Afrobeat Ensemble, Samba Novistas. $12 ($10 adv.). 268-1122.

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On the second track of this Wisconsinraised comedian’s album, My First CD, he reminds the listener that there’s more to our great state than just cheese: There’s also Jeffrey Dahmer. In other words, Bozeman’s a master of surprising setups and pop-culture punchlines. With Clark Jones, Tracey Schroeder. ALSO: Friday and Saturday (8 & 10:30 pm), June 12-13.

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I am not a naturally crafty person. Most of the time I find crafting to be stressful. That is, until I took a class recently at Middleton’s The Regal Find. For the first time, crafting transformed into a lovely and tranquil experience. Among the many classes that the shop offers (you can make anything from a fabric chandelier to jewelry boxes), I chose the one that made my vintage-loving heart skip a beat: Ephemera Art. Start with a blank canvas, add paint, THE REGAL FIND 1850 Parmenter St.

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The un-malling of Hilldale More outdoor streetscapes bring the center back to its roots

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There has been an ebb and flow to the development of Hilldale over the years that has not always felt organic. It launched in 1962 as a shopping center with outdoor walkways; was enclosed as a mall in the late 1960s; and had a new exterior “street” and row of shops and parking garages added in 2007. This filled in what had formerly been the front parking lot and made Hilldale seem, well, a little invisible and overwhelmed. Now, the original shop strip — what became the mall — is being phased out in favor of two complete rows of shops along the new streetscape. Planners have also reopened the

central east-west corridor as an outdoor pedestrian walkway to the rear of the center. A new restaurant on the west end of the plaza, Cafe Hollander, is expected to open by late summer. The new Hilldale is gaining some high-end brand names in its new shops (Kate Spade, Sur La Table, Michael Kors), but it’s “not cookie cutter,” said Dane County Executive Joe Parisi at this week’s grand reopening, noting that original tenant Morgan’s Shoes and longtime grocer Metcalfe’s remain. The east-west plaza hosts the new site of Morgan’s Shoes as well as shops like LUSH (natural-ingredient cosmetics) and Mes Amies (a dress boutique that’s moved from Chicago to Madison). Cafe tables are on order; catenary lighting

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Buy-Sell-Exchange Matching people and property for over 20 years. Achieve your goals! Free consult. www.andystebnitz.com. Andy Stebnitz 608-692-8866 Restaino & Associates Realtors Fish on beautiful Rowleys Bay, on the quiet side, northern Door County. Kayak/canoe famous Mink River; stones throw from our private beach. Kayak/canoe rentals from our property. Swimming; fire-pits; modern, spacious, clean accommodations. COLES Rowleys Bay CABINS. 920-421-1257 rowleysbaycabins@gmail.com 4% Listing Commission! We list homes for as low as 4%. Locally-owned, full-service brokerage. Lori Morrissey, Attorney/broker. HouseReward.com Tel: 608-381-4804 All real estate advertised is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, or status as a victim of domestic abuse, sexual assault or stalking; or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. Isthmus will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are on an equal opportunity basis.

ARBORGATE 1 bedroom in 4 unit, furnished, heat and parking, $630 a month. Dave (608) 320-1029 SHORT-TERM RENTALS Luxury furnished apt with resort hotel services, everything incl in rent. “All you need is your toothbrush.” 1, 2, 3 bdrms from $350+/wk or $1395+/mo. Countryside Apartments. 608-271-0101, open daily! countrysidemadison.com THE SURF - Luxury Lake Living. 1 & 2 bedrooms with balcony. Free heat, Free *electric, Free water, Free Cable Internet, Free Cable TV. Enjoy the best view Madison has to offer: lake/sunset or city lights! THE SURF is a special gem hidden in the hub of it all! The best value for your dollar. Pet Friendly too! *electric not included in 2-bed & ac electric in 1-bed. Call 608-213-6908 UW EDGEWOOD ST MARY’S Quiet and smoke-free 1 & 2 bedroom apartments starting at $775. Newer kitchens with dishwashers & microwaves. FREE HEAT, PARKING, STORAGE. No pets. On-site office with package service. All calls answered 24/7. Intercom entry. Indoor bicycle parking. Close to bus, grocery, restaurants, and bike trail. Shenandoah Apartments 1331 South Street 608-256-4747 Shenapts@chorus.net ALL AREAS ROOMMATES.COM. Lonely? Bored? Broke? Find the perfect roommate to complement your personality and lifestyle at Roommates.com! (AAN CAN) ARTIST STUDIO: STATE ST. LOCATION Great working environment. Nonsmoking. Great lighting. 608-251-6402, Robert.

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Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters Shelley Lagally joined Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters in 2008 and has been an outstanding member and volunteer ever since. She’s participated in listening sessions; made phone calls inviting members to special events; volunteered at fundraisers, like the Election Cycle Bike Ride; and helped with numerous mailings — even with a broken wrist! Photo by John Urban

For more information about Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters, or to volunteer, visit conservationvoters.org or call 608.661.0845.

Sean O’Herrin Common Wealth Sean O’Herrin has been a dedicated volunteer with Common Wealth’s Youth Programs for two years, regularly conducting mock interviews with teens wanting to improve job prospects. Sean’s encouragement and expertise have helped many teens refine their interviewing skills and boost their confidence — and Common Wealth’s staff members are grateful for his commitment to our community’s teens. For more information about Common Wealth, or to volunteer, visit www.cwd.org or call 608.256.3527.

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Jobs Programmed Cleaning INC We are a commercial cleaning company looking for Part-Time Leads and Project Workers in the Madison area. Part-time evening hours starting after 5pm, M – F, 3 to 4 hours a night, NO WEEKENDS! Must be Independent, reliable and detail oriented and MUST have own transportation. Project Workers MUST have a valid driver’s license and floor care experience is preferred. Starting pay for Leads is $10 an hour, Project Workers start at $11 an hour. Higher pay rate based on experienced. Apply now in person at 2001 W. Broadway, call 608-222-0217 if you have questions or fill out an online application at: programmedcleaning.com SUMMER JOBS with WISCONSIN ENVIRONMENT $8-13 (AVG/HR) Protect Wisconsin’s Lakes! Work with Great People! Leadership opportunities available. www.jobsthatmatter.org 608-251-5354 Housing for People not Profit! Madison Community Cooperative is hiring a Membership and Office Coordinator: half-time, living wage, benefits, EOE, details at madisoncommunity.coop/ office-coordinator-hiring Man with physical disability on the south side of Madison needs personal care assistance every other Fri and Sat nights 10 PM - 6 AM. Pay rate is $50.65/nt. Must pass criminal background check. Please E-mail: jl9000@att.net to apply. Volunteer with UNITED WAY Volunteer Center Call 246-4380 or visit volunteeryourtime.org to learn about these and other opportunities Friends of Lake Wingra invites you to clean up the Wingra Creek shoreline by boat or on foot on June 6 during this fun annual event. Gloves, trashbags and drinking water will be provided. Free t-shirt to all participants! Bring your own canoe or kayak if you want to paddle. All ages are welcome, children must be accompanied by an adult. The Rainbow Project is looking for a compassionate, understanding, kind and enthusiastic volunteer to help with childcare for our monthly support group, Woman to Woman, Mother to Mother. This group meets the 4th Thursday of every month from 5:307:30pm. This volunteer opportunity would begin June 25. United Way 2-1-1 is seeking new volunteers to staff our telephone lines, answering questions about resources available in the service area. Training is provided. If you are looking for an opportunity to learn more about community resources and would like to assist people in finding ways to get and give help, United Way 2-1-1 may be the place for you!

Part time, nights and weekend, LPN or RN for disabled woman in her home. Training provided. Call Joan (608) 628-2616. East side woman with a disability seeking a reliable, physically fit female caregiver for personal care, housekeeping & assisting at a health club. Part time shifts available in early mornings & afternoons. $11.47 -$12.31/hr. Call 204-9416.

CAN YOU DELIVER? Isthmus needs a delivery driver one day per week - Thursday. This job requires an easy-going, physically fit individual with an eye for detail and a good driving record with up-to-date insurance. The route is small enough to deliver from a mid-sized car. The route takes up to 3 hours to deliver. Base pay is $42 including mileage allowance. Please contact Circulation Manager via email: tomd@isthmus.com No phone calls please. Isthmus is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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I’m a 35-year-old divorced man. I’ve been on plenty of dates since my marriage ended, but I invariably get asked this question on or before date #2: “Why did you get divorced?” This is where everything goes to shit. I’m honest: “We got divorced because I cheated on my wife. A lot.” This usually catches my date off guard because I’m “not the kind of guy I’d have thought could do that.” But I can hardly get past date #2 after this, because this information is “too much to handle.” Sometimes my dates will admit to having cheated too. Not even other cheaters are interested in seeing me again. I was a good husband and father for seven years. But after four sexless years of marriage, I strayed. Crying myself to sleep every night took its toll, and I self-medicated with casual sex with attractive women. Two years and 20 women later, I got caught. I don’t hide the facts; I own my mistakes. I’ve grown and learned from my mistakes. But it’s hard for most women to see past “cheater.” In my mind, anything less than complete honesty would validate the belief that I’m still a lying cheat. But complete honesty is kicking my ass and ruining potential relationships. Forthright About Cheating, Then Silence

I’m going to give you the benefit of the doubt, FACTS, and assume that mistreatment, neglect and stress didn’t extinguish your wife’s libido. (You weren’t shitty to your wife, right? You were helping with the kids, right?) I’m also going to assume that you made a good-faith effort to address the sexless state of your marriage before you began self-medicating with all those beautiful women. (You sought counseling and got medical checkups, right?) And I’m going to allow for the possibility that your wife may have married you under false pretenses, i.e., she wasn’t into sex or you or both, but she wanted marriage and kids and figured you would do. (I’m going to allow for that because that shit happens.) These favorable assumptions — of the kind typically extended to persons seeking advice in a format like this — don’t exonerate you of all responsibility for cheating on your wife. But if they’re accurate, FACTS, they do put your cheating in a particular guilt-mitigating context. And that’s what you need to do when you answer that question about why your marriage ended: Put your cheating in context. Most people intuitively un-

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