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A Blog By The Hub Realty

Katie Jo Schmitz

Broker/Realtor

At the Hub Realty, we love to call the Madison area our home and assist people with buying and selling properties in our area. The purpose of this blog is to educate on the real estate purchase process, provide useful tips to buyers, sellers and homeowners, and to have fun exploring the ins and outs of our wonderful community and the amazing lifestyle that it offers. Thank you for stopping by!

Sip, Celebrate, and Show Your Irish Spirit around Madison, WI

Whether you’re in it for the parade, the pints, or just an excuse to wear green, Madison knows how to do St. Patrick’s Day right. In Madison, the celebration isn’t just one day — it’s a full weekend of local traditions, downtown energy, and community celebrations. From family‑friendly traditions to high‑energy bar crawls, here’s a few ideas for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Madison, Wisconsin.

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