♻️ Join the NexTrex Plastic Bag Recycling Challenge!

Middleton is on a mission to collect 1,000 pounds of plastic bags and wraps as part of the NexTrex Plastic Bag Recycling Challenge! Running from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026, the challenge turns plastic waste into a community bench. Residents can drop off clean, dry, and food-free plastic items at the Middleton Recycling Center (Saturdays, 8 AM - Noon) or Metro Market on Century Avenue. Let’s recycle for a greener community!

🌎 Learn more at cityofmiddleton.us

🚔 Meet Middleton’s New Police Chief: Steven Thompson

The City of Middleton proudly welcomes Chief Steven Thompson as its new Police Chief! With 18 years of law enforcement experience, Chief Thompson is committed to community policing, transparency, and innovation. Mayor Emily Kuhn praised his leadership and dedication to public safety. Previously, Chief Thompson served as Captain of Patrol and Special Services in New Berlin. He looks forward to engaging with residents and working alongside city leadership to enhance safety in Middleton.

🌱 Sustainable U: Smart Salting & Our Waterways

Salt levels are rising in Middleton’s lakes, streams, and drinking water—but there’s a solution! Join the Middleton Public Library & Sustainability Committee for a free event on Thursday, February 20, at 6 PM in the Middleton Public Library’s Archer Room.

🌊 Featured Speaker: Allison Madison, WI Salt Wise
💡 Learn how smart salting practices can protect local waterways
📅 No registration required    🔗 Details at cityofmiddleton.us/sustainability

☀️ Middleton Parks & Rec is Hiring for Summer!

Looking for a fun and rewarding summer job? The City of Middleton’s Parks & Recreation Department is hiring for various positions!

💦 Aquatics: Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, Guest Services, Pool Management
🎭 Theatre: Interns, Props/Scenery Coordinators
🌳 Parks: Crew Members, Rangers
🎉 Recreation: Interns, Recreation Assistants

📆 Applications open February 10
🗓 Interviews in March

💻 Apply at governmentjobs.com/careers/middletonwi

📚 February is ‘Short & Sweet’ at the Middleton Library!

The Middleton Public Library is serving up bite-sized fun all month long! Enjoy:

🍎 Superbowl Appetizers with Chef Laura – February 8
🍪 Cookie Decorating – February 15
🫖 Winter Tea Party – February 17
💡 How-To Fest – February 22 (learn new skills in 5-10 minutes!)
📖 Tween Book Club – February 24
🎬 Movie Screening (The Notebook) – February 27

📝 Registration is required for some events.

📅 Find details & sign up at midlibrary.org/events

🥧 Pi Day Celebration at the Senior Center

Celebrate Pi Day with music and pie! On Friday, March 14 (1 PM - 2 PM), the Middleton Senior Center welcomes the five-piece Irish band, Grand Aul Day, for a lively Celtic-themed Pi Day celebration.

🥧 Delicious fruit pie à la mode will be available for purchase, courtesy of Hubbard Avenue Diner. Dine-in only!

📍 Middleton Senior Center – Don’t miss this sweet & musical celebration!

🌿 Dig Into Rain Gardens!

Thinking about installing a rain garden but don’t know where to start? Get one-on-one coaching from rain garden experts on Sunday, March 2 (8 AM - 1 PM) at the Lyman F. Anderson Agriculture & Conservation Center in Madison.

💰 Cost: $20 (eligible residents can receive up to $50 reimbursement for native plants!)
🌿 Get guidance on location, size, and plant selection for your garden

📢 Limited spots available—register at ripple-effects.com

🍺 Bockfest Returns to Capital Brewery!

Raise your steins—Bockfest is back! On Saturday, March 1 (11 AM - 4:30 PM), Capital Brewery hosts its 28th annual Bockfest, featuring:

🎸 Live ‘80s music by Sixteen Candles
🏃‍♀️ The quirky ‘Running of the Blondes’
🐟 The famous fish toss—catch a smelt for good luck!
🍻 Seasonal beer releases: Blonde Doppelbock & Maibock

🎟 Early bird tickets available now at capitalbrewery.com