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Wisconsin Film Festival Begins May 13
The Wisconsin Film Festival takes place May 13-20
Most Madison Public Libraries Closed for Election
The following libraries will be closed Tuesday, April 6 to serve as polling places in the Spring Election:
- Alicia Ashman Library
- Central Library
- Hawthorne Library
- Lakeview Library
- Meadowridge Library
- Pinney Library
- Sequoya Library
Get Free Financial Help by Calling the Financial Navigators Hotline
Madison residents seeking help with financial concerns due to the COVID-19 pandemic can contact a new, free hotline to be connected with a “Financial Navigator” – a person they can talk to about their financial concerns.