Dispatch from a Chuck Klosterman book reading
"So, Michael Jackson is dead." So Chuck Klosterman, journalist/essayist/pop culture commentator and author of Killing Yourself to Live -- in which the writer visited famous rock and roll death sites -- begins his Thursday night lecture at Boswell Books.
Jun 26th, 2009 by Brian Jacobson
Karma’s a bitch. Or is it?
On a bad day, I think the ouchy kind of karma is God saying, “Na-na-na-boo-boo.” But it’s more likely something like, “Listen, I’m paying more attention than you think. So shape up and give that whole ‘do unto others’ thing some more thought, wouldya?” The thing is, even though I’ve made some questionable decisions in my youth, in haste and/or under the influence, I’m generally a nice person. So what gives with this whole boomerang effect anyway?
Jun 26th, 2009 by Michelle Sieg
Friday Photos Friday, 26. June 2009
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Jun 26th, 2009 by Dave Reid
The Philanderer at American Players Theatre
Contrasted against a rugged outdoor setting, the sumptuous turquoise and red late 19th-century scenery at the American Players Theatre production of The Philanderer prepares the audience for contrasts that George Bernard Shaw invokes in his play. Progressive for the time (it was banned at first by British Censorship in 1893), the story contains themes of feminine vs. masculine, father vs. daughter, love vs. lust, and marriage vs. friendship - all mingling together in a captivating script performed by the APT in their Spring Green home.
Jun 25th, 2009 by Peggy Sue Dunigan
Move On, Folks, Ain’t Nothin’ to See Here
When I found myself writing about Le Affaire Flynn/McBride last week, I promised myself that I’d return with a thoughtful reflection on why these stories are so irresistible. Then the Mark Sanford story broke and last week seems so, so long ago.
Jun 25th, 2009 by Ted Bobrow
It’s the End of Midwest Airlines as We Know It
It has been fun, it has been a great flight, but this is the end of Midwest Airlines as we know it. The Republic Airways' buyout of Midwest Airlines certainly will accelerate their slow transition from a luxury first class airline, to an inexpensive low cost carrier. Sure, the name might stick around for awhile, but for starters our hometown, local airline, isn't local anymore.
Jun 25th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Grand Avenue Mall Follow-Up – Free Rent
In March, I explored the idea of rebuilding Grand Avenue Mall into a self-sustaining retail center. One of the things that I didn't expect to be on the table was simply giving away a retail stall for free. Grand Avenue Mall appears set to do just that now with a business plan competition.
Jun 24th, 2009 by Jeramey Jannene
Chorus Line brings renewed relevance to the stage
In a time in which theater is hurting due to the economy, and in a pop culture environment of reality show competition formats - think American Idol, Survivor, Big Brother, where unknowns compete for a semblance of fame - the current national tour of A Chorus Line is more relevant than ever.
Jun 24th, 2009 by Brian Jacobson
Part Three: The Pedal Pusher Society
In Part Three of TCD's June Bike Series, Erin Petersen checks in with The Pedal Pusher Society, Milwaukee's premier female bicycle gang. Photos by Brian Jacobson.
Jun 24th, 2009 by Erin Petersen
Meet The Pedal Pusher Society
TCD introduces you to The Pedal Pusher Society, and the ladies that make the wheels spin! Photos by Brian Jacobson.
Jun 24th, 2009 by Erin Petersen
Expect The Hoan Bridge Debate To Heat Up
Like the temperature outside, the Hoan Bridge reconstruction debate will heat up over the next few weeks. Alderman Robert Bauman, who represents downtown Milwaukee and the north end of the bridge, recently issued a press release that details how the city will likely position itself on the issue with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).
Jun 24th, 2009 by Jeramey Jannene
For your consideration, an ALDI flyer in June
On the front cover, young white kids are blasting each other with water cannons attached to an 18-foot self-contained water slide. There is no sense of place like a backyard or street since the photo has been skillfully edited. The price? $199.99 each. Not bad, considering most above or in-ground pools run more than that. Four tickets to Noah's Ark in the Wisconsin Dells costs almost $150.00 (not counting transportation).
Jun 23rd, 2009 by Brian Jacobson
