Divisionaries: Detroit Lions 2009 Season Preview
Divisionaries

Detroit Lions 2009 Season Preview

Where does a team go after an 0-16 season? Up? Sideways? Divisionaries previews the 2009 Detroit Lions.

On Peaches and Ropes: Better Sex with Midori and Lee Harrington
On Peaches and Ropes

Better Sex with Midori and Lee Harrington

Milwaukee's favorite "adult" boutique is hosting two fabulous sex educators this week: Midori and Lee Harrington, who talk to TCD about their philosophies and approaches.

Skylight update

Skylight update

The show will go on at the Skylight.

On Stage with TCD: 8/25 to 9/2
On Stage with TCD

8/25 to 9/2

This week: the Milwauke Ballet lifts the veil, the Skylight throws open its doors, the hills are alive and it's still mighty nice for an outdoor show.

DERBY LITTLE SECRETS: The Krumosa Edition
DERBY LITTLE SECRETS

The Krumosa Edition

It's a red hot summer in roller derby, and Tea has the need-to-know, plus a killer summer vacay drink recipe.

Park East Art Gallery

Park East Art Gallery

The Park East corridor is temporarily filled with art, and it’s well worth your time to check out. Approved by the Milwaukee Arts Board, the temporary installation draws attention to the history and unique character of the land formerly occupied by a freeway. Alderman Michael Murphy, chair of the Milwaukee Arts Board, held a press conference today to officially open the project to the public.

What’s Happening: August 24-30
What’s Happening

August 24-30

The Florentine Opera comes to Riverwest, Brewcity Bruisers say 'thanks' with a free picnic and concert, MAM After Dark celebrates all things DIY and Motorhead proves you're never too old to shred.

Dear Ken Macha: Eulogy For Bill Hall (60-63)
Dear Ken Macha

Eulogy For Bill Hall (60-63)

This week's letter to Ken reflects upon Bill Hall's career (RIP).

Weekly Bookmarks – Sunday, 23. August 2009

Weekly Bookmarks – Sunday, 23. August 2009

Hoan Bridge battle heating up – JSOnline Prevailing-wage debate gets new legs « The Daily Reporter OnMilwaukee.com Marketplace: Wheres our Madison farmers market? How to create more Midwest university start-ups: looking to Utah for an example (WTN News) No secret, no disaster in storm sewer system – JSOnline Coakley calls for development cash « The Daily Reporter Now Hanging: The Park East Museum & Information Center at the Sydney Hih | Features | Arts | A.V. Milwaukee IN:SITE MILWAUKEE « Unified Milwaukee OnMilwaukee.com Milwaukee Buzz: 10% could just save Our Milwaukee Milwaukee Talkie: NYC inspired by Milwaukee Debating Milwaukee’s Other East Side Walker’s Point business park plan review today – JSOnline Trail bill targets transportation money « The Daily Reporter Milwaukee area home prices holding value better than other major metro areas – BizTimes State home sales and prices fall in 2nd quarter – BizTimes BizTimes Milwaukee Commercial Real Estate & Development Conference will feature prestigious national panel of experts – BizTimes New construction – BizTimes: Pabst Boiler House Sites get stimulus for cleanup work – JSOnline President shifts focus to renting, not owning – The Boston Globe Trucks to be diverted from some Zoo Interchange ramps – JSOnline Milwaukee snatches stimulus money « The Daily Reporter Uplifting Milwaukee Real Estate News – Wisconsin Real Estate Blog | First Weber Group Doyle decision sets off scramble for governor’s seat – JSOnline New life for an older suburb – JSOnline Horny Goat beer now sold at Miller Park – JSOnline Miller Park sales-tax collections way down – JSOnline Bradley Center’s Payne steps down – JSOnline City proposes spending $6.5 million on south side business park – JSOnline Day camp may come downtown – JSOnline Harlequin Bakery will close on Friday – JSOnline Craft brewers will focus on water conservation at Milwaukee conference – BizTimes Buffalo Water Beer Bar to open in Milwaukee Public Market – BizTimes Milwaukee officials propose water technology business park at Reed Street Yards – BizTimes http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/projects/state/docs/railtaskforce.pdf Zielinski to seek Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor – BizTimes http://www.publicpolicyforum.org/pdfs/2009TaxPoster.pdf Milwaukee Talkie: Slow growth in property values could mean higher tax rates Traffic at regional airports drops off – JSOnline MPS committee to consider boarding school option – JSOnline Doyle, Barrett say mayor should pick MPS leaders – JSOnline New Midwest Airlines owner to cut 100 local jobs – JSOnline Trucks to be diverted from some Zoo Interchange ramps – JSOnline Low water raises PCB concerns near Lincoln Park – JSOnline Suburban transit systems land federal stimulus funds – JSOnline Free summer concerts, movies reel in the crowds – JSOnline Coggs, Taylor Consider Run for Lt. Gov. | Newsradio 620 – Milwaukee, Wisconsin News, Talk, Sports, Weather | Local Headlines Milwaukee World: DEMOLISHED BUILDING TO BE DECLARED “BLIGHTED” UrbanReview Sites get stimulus for cleanup work – JSOnline IMAX movie screen coming to Mayfair – JSOnline OnMilwaukee.com Dining: Chins Asia Fresh is closed Milwaukee snatches stimulus money Pension fund contribution rule fuels debate – JSOnline

Obit: Eriks Klavins, long-time MSO violinist
Obit

Eriks Klavins, long-time MSO violinist

Eriks Klavins, long-time principal second violinist of the MSO, has died.

Photo Gallery: Steampunk Night at Milwaukee Chamber Theatre
Photo Gallery

Steampunk Night at Milwaukee Chamber Theatre

MCT hosted a steampunk night on Thursday, in honor of the style and design of Mark Brown's "Around the World in 80 Days."

Tableclothes, Tea and Take-out at Dean Jensen and WPCA

Tableclothes, Tea and Take-out at Dean Jensen and WPCA

Commentaries on culture and impermanence run deep in two current gallery shows: Susanna Raab at Dean Jensen and Decorative Directive (closes this Saturday) at Walker's Point Center for the Arts.