Love conquers 8
All lesbians and gays really want is equality. And mostly, they would like to just be normal, all-American married people - maybe even with a house, a yard, some kids and a dog. To most gays, a "boring" married life would mean people have finally stopped seeing them as different. And who wouldn't want that kind of excitement?
May 31st, 2009 by Michelle Sieg
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 1st. June 2009
Milwaukee Talkie: The least objectionable of several undesirable options? Improve transit to take advantage of Milwaukee’s proximity to Chicago – BizTimes Riverwalk railing at The Edge condos will be completed – JSOnline Eco-Bay discussed, criticized : The Bay View Compass Finance Committee backs UWM funding – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Plan pushed to remake South Second Street – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Zoo Interchange reconstruction could cost $2.3 billion – JSOnline Weas acquires Columbia St. Mary’s near UWM campus – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: No Walk in the Park – JSOnline Bay View project prompts tax debate « The Daily Reporter Columbia St. Mary’s to sell buildings to developer; UWM interested – JSOnline Study Says Businesses and Residents Reap Rewards of Traffic-Calmed Streets « Columbusite Plale and Richards letter supports UMW Freshwater facility at former Pieces of Eight property : The Bay View Compass Solar senior housing plan gets cool reception (9:33 p.m. 5/26/09) « The Daily Reporter GLUEspace » Blog Archive » Water Panel Weak On Specifics Statewide prevailing wage provision moves forward – JSOnline OnMilwaukee.com Politics: An open letter to the County Board Water Privatization: An Indirect Tax Increase « Walker’s Point Some at UWM question plans – JSOnline Can water privatization keep Milwaukee’s budget afloat? – JSOnline UrbanCincy: Bicycle parking love
May 31st, 2009 by Dave Reid
2009 Farmer’s Market Guide
Whether you feel like taking a stroll down the street or a day trip to one of Wisconsin's charming small towns; be you in search of local honey (which might help ward off allergies), artisan soaps and skin care products, fresh-baked bread and bakery, herbs and flowers or just some fresh green beans and potatoes for dinner; even if you just go to meet your neighbors and hear some music, Wisconsin's farmers markets are a many splendor'd thing. Bookmark this page and enjoy your locally-grown summer.
May 31st, 2009 by Laura Heller
Poster Children in Champaign, IL: On Vacation For Forever and a Day
It occurred to me during the drive down to Champaign that more than any other band, the Pkids are the band of my 20s. I saw them for the first time in early 1995, when I was 20; the last time I saw them, we were opening the Champaign record release show for their No More Songs About Sleep and Fire album in 2004, the year I turned 30. But instead of honoring that sublime piece of synchronicity by turning around and driving straight back to Wisconsin, we pushed on.
May 30th, 2009 by DJ Hostettler
‘Henry V’ realized with more than just imaginary forces
It is the final play from William Shakespeare's historical tetraology of British kings, and the most oft-quoted. This Quasi Productions performance of Henry V grew not only out of a collective desire to make a worthy theatrical presentation, but from a grim sense of incompletion.
May 30th, 2009 by Michael Madden
Traditional Neighborhood Development Partners Solar Village Renderings
Traditional Neighborhood Development Partners was one of the seven firms that submitted a proposal for Bay View's Solar Village project.
May 30th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Milwaukee Artist Resource Network’s new vision
In February, the Milwaukee Artist Resource Network announced its first full-time Executive Director, Melissa Musante, former Associate Director of Film Wisconsin, Peck School graduate and independent artist, musician and filmmaker. Mark Metcalf caught up with her to talk about the new MARN web project artinmilwaukee.com, why MARN is not just for visual artists and how the organization is ramping up their efforts in a dark economic time. Listen online now! Backstage with Mark Metcalf: MARN’s Melissa Musante Backstage with Mark Metcalf is produced with WMSE 91.7 FM at the beautiful downtown studio of the Milwaukee School of Engineering. Tell your friends!
May 29th, 2009 by Amy Elliott
112-year-old American Flag found in School
An American flag from the year 1897 was found in the attic area of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. K-8 School at 3275 North Third Street. The flag, with some tears and other signs of wear was found after a recent fire, which was caused when lightning hit the steeple of the school. The flag has 45 stars, the number of states in the nation in 1897. The stripes representing the original thirteen colonies were disfigured and torn. The original structure of Dr. King, Jr. K-8 School, formerly known as Victor L. Berger School, was built in 1894. Old Glory has survived harsh Wisconsin winter weather conditions in the unused area of the building for 112 years. The school plans to have the flag restored for proper display. “We all feel fortunate and privileged to have discovered such an enduring symbol of our country’s history,” said Shiron Posley, principal of Dr. King, Jr. K-8 School. For additional information, contact Roseann St. Aubin, MPS Communications Director, at (414) 475-8237
May 29th, 2009 by Laura Heller
Friday Photos Thursday, 28. May 2009
1824 E. Park Place Hometown Site Corcoran Lofts Signature Suites at 2040 Lofts Milwaukee Art Museum
May 29th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Apparently, My Mom Isn’t Welcome in Bay View
Recently I moved my mother from a single family home into a low-income subsidized senior housing development.
May 28th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Miller Park vs Busch Stadium – Milwaukee vs St. Louis
After a recent weekend trip to take in three Milwaukee Brewers games in St. Louis versus the rival St. Louis Cardinals, I spent a significant time reflecting on the differences (and similarities) between the stadiums each team calls home. Miller Park is located 3.2 miles from Milwaukee City Hall, while Busch Stadium is located 1/5th (0.2) of a mile from the iconic Arch. Miller Park has the roof, Busch Stadium has the view. Busch Stadium has the proposed Ballpark Village, Miller Park has its own sales tax. Miller Park has gameday bus service, Busch Stadium is located on a light rail line. And least important for the sake of this analysis, they each have their namesake beer. With all of that considered, which stadium does more for the city?
May 28th, 2009 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown Dining Week Starts Today in Milwaukee
Perhaps the greatest week of eating in Milwaukee, Downtown Dining Week, kicks off today and runs through June 4th. You can eat a $10 three course lunch or $20 three course dinner at some of Milwaukee's best restaurants. If you're looking to get a taste of great restaurants that you haven't been to before, this is your week to branch out.
May 28th, 2009 by Jeramey Jannene
