Monona East Side Business Alliance

11/04/2026

Join us for Business After Hours at Ethical Trade Co!

Mix, mingle, and make new connections at our upcoming Business After Hours. Enjoy an evening of networking with local professionals while exploring Ethical Trade Co.’s unique collection of fair trade and ethically sourced goods.

Learn more about the artisans and communities behind their products and how Ethical Trade Co. uses trade as a force for good—all while enjoying snacks, hot drinks, b**r, and great conversation!

📅 Thursday, November 12, 2026
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Ethical Trade Co.
1904 Winnebago Street, Floor 2
Madison, WI 53704

Come connect with fellow MESBA members, discover Ethical Trade Co., and enjoy a great evening together. We hope to see you there!

11/04/2026

☕ A Bold New Coffee Experience is Coming to Monona!

Monona's newest coffee shop is bringing a whole new vibe to town! Join MESBA as we officially welcome Death Drip Coffee to the community with a ribbon cutting celebration during their soft opening!

📅 Friday, November 6, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM
📍 Death Drip Coffee | 4601 Monona Drive, Monona

Come explore the new space, meet the team, and enjoy 50% off drinks during the soft opening! Plus, local band Clean Room will be performing a free live set to help kick off the celebration.

With its dark, moody atmosphere and edgy style, Death Drip isn't your typical coffee shop. Enjoy locally roasted coffee, organic handcrafted beverages, local teas, and delicious baked treats from Rolling Pin Bakery. The shop also emphasizes sustainability through natural and compostable products and offers a selection of high-quality, American-made apparel.

Whether you're a coffee lover or simply excited to support another new local business, this is the perfect opportunity to experience everything Death Drip has to offer!

Come celebrate with us and help give Death Drip Coffee a warm Monona welcome!

11/01/2026

🎉 Join Us for the Grand Opening of Alloy Personal Training Madison East!

MESBA is excited to celebrate the grand opening of Alloy Personal Training Madison East! After bringing small-group strength training to Madison's east side since July, Alloy is ready to officially celebrate with the community!

Join us for an afternoon of fitness, fun, and community connections as we welcome Alloy and celebrate their continued growth on the east side!

Here's what to look forward to:
- Ribbon cutting ceremony at noon
- Studio tours and opportunities to meet the coaching team
- Free sample workouts for all fitness levels
- Grand opening giveaways and exclusive membership specials
- Catered lunch (RSVP requested)

📅 Wednesday, November 4, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
📍 Alloy Personal Training Madison East | 2528 Winnebago St., Madison

Whether you're looking to start your fitness journey, build strength, or simply check out a local business, this is a great opportunity to see what Alloy is all about!

Come celebrate with us and help give Alloy Personal Training Madison East a warm welcome!

10/26/2026

Commercial Space Available at Bloom Monona on Monona Drive

Looking for a new home for your small business?

A commercial space is available at Bloom, a new mixed-use development at 4603 Monona Drive, offering an opportunity to establish your business along one of Monona's primary commercial corridors.

The approximately 713-square-foot space is located on the first floor, alongside the highly anticipated Death Drip Coffee, BMO Bank, the residential leasing office, and a shared community space.

With 98 apartments above, a mix of neighboring businesses, and a prominent location along Monona Drive, Bloom offers the potential for a built-in customer base and visibility among residents, visitors, and passing traffic.

Whether you're looking for a professional office, boutique retail location, or space for a service-oriented business, Bloom offers an opportunity to become part of Monona's growing business community.

Interested in learning more? Contact Matthew Murtos at [email protected] for current availability, leasing details, and information about the space.

10/26/2026

News release for the President’s Workgroup on Madison Police Department:

President’s Workgroup on Madison Police Department Use of Deadly Force, De-Escalation and Body-Worn Cameras Policies and Procedures Hosting a Public Listening Session on Body-Worn Cameras

The President’s Workgroup on Madison Police Department Use of Deadly Force, De-Escalation and Body-Worn Cameras Policies and Procedures is hosting a public listening session regarding Body-Worn Cameras. This public listening session will be hosted virtually via Zoom at 4:30 PM on Thursday, October 29, 2026.

This public listening session will include a presentation from Alder John Guequierre, the Chair of the President’s Workgroup. Chair Guequierre will cover the work completed, the guest testimony received, and the decisions still to be made by the Workgroup. Following the presentation, the Workgroup will ask for feedback from the public regarding several questions about Body-Worn Cameras policy. Members of the public will each have a turn to give their thoughts.

The President’s Workgroup approved the meeting schedule at the September 25, 2026, meeting, which included the date for this public listening session. To best avoid overlapping with the Police Civilian Oversight Board’s public listening session on the same date, the President’s Workgroup decided to begin the public listening session at 4:30 PM. The hope is that interested members of the public will have the ability to attend both public listening sessions to provide their input.

Please register in advance. After registration, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link and login information to join us day-of. Your confirmation email will be sent from BCC Host 4. If you cannot find your confirmation email, or you have questions, concerns, or requests for accommodation, please contact Isaac Matthias at [email protected].

Interpretation and Accessibility

Contact us at the phone number or email below to request interpretation, translation or a disability-related accommodation at no cost to you.

10/26/2026

Join Us for a Ribbon Cutting & Halloween Celebration at Eastmorland Community Center!

MESBA is excited to officially welcome Eastmorland Community Center to the neighborhood with a ribbon cutting and an afternoon of community connections and Halloween fun!

Come celebrate this exciting new community gathering space, meet local organizations, explore the building, and enjoy some festive activities for all ages.

Event Highlights:

✂️ 3:30 PM – Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with MESBA

4:00–6:30 PM – Trick-or-Treat Building Exploration
Explore the center, meet building partners and community organizations, and collect treats along the way!

4:00–6:30 PM – DIY Halloween Costumes & Costume Drive
Get creative with DIY costumes and participate in the costume drive, sponsored by Frenting and Kindling Community Arts.

📅 Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 3:30-6:30p
📍 Eastmorland Community Center | 3560 Hargrove St., Madison

Come connect with the community, celebrate this exciting new space, and enjoy a little Halloween fun. We hope to see you there!

10/26/2026

Updates from our members at Forage Kitchen:

Your fall fresh reset starts at Forage Kitchen!

Meet our NEW Mole Bowl, then make it a little sweeter with an in-house treat! Our Date Bars bring the perfect balance of salty and sweet to fuel whatever your day has in store.

10/22/2026

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10/22/2026

💔 Some news really hits hard.

We're heartbroken to hear that Delta B**r Lab will be closing its doors after nearly eight years of crafting b**r and crafting change.

Delta has been so much more than an active MESBA member. They've been a familiar face at our meetings and networking events, generous supporters of community initiatives, enthusiastic hosts, and the kind of people who made every gathering a little better just by being there.

What made Delta special went far beyond great b**r. They built their business around the belief that everyone deserves to feel welcome, valued, and included. From supporting local nonprofits and environmental causes to paying living wages and creating safe, affirming spaces, they didn't just talk about their values. They put them into practice.

One thing that has always stuck with us is hearing how much they loved being part of MESBA because showing up at our gatherings felt like seeing friends who were genuinely excited to see them.

The feeling was mutual. ❤️

Losing a business like Delta means losing more than a place to grab a b**r. It means losing a gathering place, a community partner, and people who have given so much of themselves to making our community better.

To the entire Delta B**r Lab team: Thank you for showing us what it looks like when a business leads with its values, invests in its neighbors, and makes room for everyone. We're grateful for the friendship, the partnership, and everything you've contributed over the years.

🍻 They have just a few days left, with their final day this Sunday, October 25. If Delta has been part of your story, stop in this week, share a memory, and help send them off with the love they've shown this community.

Thank you for nearly eight years of crafting change, Delta. You'll be deeply missed. ❤️