Highlights from 10/7 to 10/13
This week marks many local season premieres and a few special events worth attending.
Oct 6th, 2009 by Brian Jacobson
Frankly Music’s Glazunov and Brahms
Frank Almond and friends -- including legendary cellist Lynn Harrell -- draw a big crowd on Packers-Vikings night.
Oct 5th, 2009 by Tom Strini
A Milwaukee Arts Extravaganza
A funky, eclectic mix of art and performance combine to create a variety show like nothing you've ever experienced in Milwaukee.
Oct 5th, 2009 by Erin Petersen
Waking to the sound of a car alarm
I think that’s how it is for people sometimes. We get used to things — even the stuff that drives us crazy.
Oct 5th, 2009 by Michelle Sieg
Milwaukee Streetcar Meeting This Thursday
Don't forget that this Thursday is the open house for the Milwaukee Connector Downtown Streetcar plan. The open house runs from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Zeidler Municipal Building on the corner of Kilbourn Ave and Broadway. There will be short presentations at 3:30 and 6, come and leave a comment on the proposed system.
Oct 5th, 2009 by Jeramey Jannene
A day at the movies
New roller derby flick, "Whip It," gets our Brewcity Bruisers correspondent riled up for a few big-screen dreams of his own.
Oct 5th, 2009 by Tea Krulos
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 05. October 2009
Milwaukee-Madison rail route still on track despite Olympic vote – JSOnline Real Estate: Aldermen ponder loan proposal for The Moderne – BizTimes OnMilwaukee.com Milwaukee Buzz: Downer Ave. improvements have begun Wisconsin submits federal application for high-speed rail – BizTimes OnMilwaukee.com Politics: Bar opponents play the not in my backyard card Milwaukee road fix relies on local patience « The Daily Reporter Contractors: Local company not local « The Daily Reporter Greenfield Ave. looms as possible water school choice – JSOnline MATC, Johnson Controls to build state’s largest solar power project – JSOnline Contractors to contest lost Milwaukee contracts « The Daily Reporter Water Council forum to focus on Milwaukee’s future – BizTimes Saint John’s completes bond sale for tower, will break ground Oct. 15 – BizTimes The Urbanophile: Planning and Free Market Density Is Milwaukee’s Water Industry Dream a Hoax? – Murphy’s Law – Milwaukee Magazine Moderne gets preliminary fed OK on loan guarantee – JSOnline Saint John’s completes bond sale for expansion, will break ground Oct. 15 – BizTimes The New Face of Downtown Milwaukee « Urban Engagement Webcity Walker economic development plan could find backers – JSOnline Proposed freshwater school site needs help – JSOnline Frequently Asked Questions About The Chicago Tunnel Company Wisconsin submits federal application for high-speed rail – BizTimes entrepreneurial_univ09.pdf (application/pdf Object) Mo’s Irish Pub’s Tosa parking expansion plan wins key vote – JSOnline Historic First Wisconsin building gets a makeover – JSOnline HUD approves loan for downtown high rise – JSOnline von Briesen & Roper looking for new, larger headquarters – JSOnline The Urbanophile: Planning and Free Market Density Moderne gets preliminary fed OK on loan guarantee – JSOnline
Oct 5th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Precious
Last film of MFF tells the uncomfortable tale of a teen's journey from sexual abuse and illiteracy to living life as a survivor.
Oct 5th, 2009 by Lisa Townsel
Community & Economic Development Committee Meeting
The Community and Economic Development Committee hears matters relating to community development, block grants, job development, business improvement districts, city public relations, industrial land banks and revenue bonds, emerging business enterprises, recreation, cultural arts and the library system. The Community and Economic Development Committee meetings start at 9:00 a.m. and are held in the Room 301-B, City Hall, unless otherwise noted. Agenda
Oct 4th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Upcoming Events for the Week of October 5th, 2009
Urban Milwaukee’s Upcoming Events & Meetings Calendar should help you keep up to date on important events effecting our neighborhoods, the City of Milwaukee, and our region. October 5, 2009 Community & Economic Development Committee Meeting October 5, 2009 9:00 am The Community and Economic Development Committee hears matters relating to community development, block grants, job development, business improvement districts, city public relations, industrial land banks and revenue bonds, emerging business enterprises, recreation, cultural arts and the library system. The Community and Economic Development Committee meetings start at 9:00 a.m. and are held in the Room 301-B, […] October 6, 2009 Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee Meeting October 6, 2009 9:00 am The Zoning, Neighborhoods and Development Committee reviews issues relating to city development, zoning, historic preservation, incremental tax financing, building codes and housing projects. The Zoning, Neighborhoods and Development Committee meetings start at 9:00 a.m. and are held in the Room 301-B, City Hall, unless otherwise noted. October 8, 2009 Downtown Streetcar Open House October 8, 2009 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm Review and comments on the plans for a downtown streetcar. The event will be held in the lobby of the Zielder Municipal Building.
Oct 4th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee Meeting
The Zoning, Neighborhoods and Development Committee reviews issues relating to city development, zoning, historic preservation, incremental tax financing, building codes and housing projects. The Zoning, Neighborhoods and Development Committee meetings start at 9:00 a.m. and are held in the Room 301-B, City Hall, unless otherwise noted. Agenda
Oct 4th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Fine Arts Quartet’s Saint-Saens Sunday
Nicolo Eugelmi, the FAQ's new violist, fits right in.
Oct 4th, 2009 by Tom Strini
