Gearing up for the Riverwest 24
Last year, I rode for 22 hours and ended up with sore knees and a serious fear of bike seats. I can't wait to do it again. Find out how you can be a part of this amazing event.
Jul 19th, 2010 by Erin Petersen
Lightning Bolt at Studio Deep End
Jeb Ebben and 200-some other people somehow managed to find the Lightning Bolt show on Friday. Here's what he had to say about it.
Jul 18th, 2010 by Jeb Ebben
Upcoming Events for the Week of July 19th, 2010
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. July 19, 2010 Water Summit IV: Blue Footprint July 19, 2010 7:30 am to 4:00 pm In a blink of an eye the United States has turned its attention to the carbon footprint – the measure of our individual and collective impact on the environment. From electricity to heating to transportation we now have a number on how much carbon dioxide we produce. Should there not be parallel growth […] Milwaukee County: Committee on Economic and Community Development July 19, 2010 9:00 am The Milwaukee County Committee on Economic & Community Development oversees the administration of federal, state and local housing programs in the county, including the Urban Community Development Block Grant Program. Matters pertaining to economic development of Milwaukee County, including the best disposition of county properties, are decided by this Committee. It also makes decisions on […] Community & Economic Development Committee Meeting July 19, 2010 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, […] Historic Preservation Commission Meeting July 19, 2010 4:00 pm The Milwaukee Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) administers Milwaukee’s historic preservation ordinance, adopted in 1981, which provides certain kinds of legal protection for buildings or sites that have been declared historic by the Common Council. The HPC is responsible for designating historic landmarks and historic districts and for approving Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs) for permission to […] July 20, 2010 Milwaukee County: Committee on Parks, Energy and Environment Meeting July 20, 2010 9:00 am All matters concerning county parks and parkways are the responsibility of this Committee. Members set policy for the parks department, organized recreation, cultural activities, the University Extension program, the Environmental Services Division of the Department of Public Works and Zoo park services. Members have jurisdiction over matters concerning the conservation of all uses of energy […] Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee Meeting July 20, 2010 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.[…] July 22, 2010 Midwest High Speed Rail Association – Brown Bag Lunch July 22, 2010 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm This will be a casual event to discuss the future of high-speed rail in the Midwest. Bring your own lunch. The event is free, but please consider a $5.00 donation at the door. Please let us know that you are coming. Where: Milwaukee Public Market 400 N. Water Street Milwaukee, WI […]
Jul 18th, 2010 by Urban Milwaukee
Showing students on the pathway to college
Finney Library will soon be a center for first-generation college prospects to fulfill their dreams of an education.
Jul 18th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
The continuing tale
Whether or not Tant was ever fingered for copping Slotz -- along with fifty or more innocent citizens --is not a matter of record.
Jul 18th, 2010 by Stella Cretek
Liars at Turner Hall
How do Liars, who reinvent themselves with each album, create a cohesive live show? Jeb Ebben investigates.
Jul 17th, 2010 by Jeb Ebben
Step into cool
Fashion mags are already rolling out looks for fall. I'm not ready to let go of summer just yet, but it's always good to be prepared. My tips to help make the seasonal transition in style.
Jul 17th, 2010 by Emily Thungkaew
Polonez Restaurant
This Polish eatery offers up a slice of Eastern European fare and culture.
Jul 17th, 2010 by Jeffrey Merlot
The Girl Who Played With Fire
The second film adaptation in Stieg Larsson's trilogy finds salvation in the performance of lead actrees Noomi Rapace.
Jul 17th, 2010 by Mark Metcalf
Friday Photos Friday, 16. July 2010
St. John's on the Lake St. John's Expansion Latitude Construction Latitude Balconies Latitude Across Farwell
Jul 16th, 2010 by Urban Milwaukee
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
Jul 16th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
The Milwaukee Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) administers Milwaukee’s historic preservation ordinance, adopted in 1981, which provides certain kinds of legal protection for buildings or sites that have been declared historic by the Common Council. The HPC is responsible for designating historic landmarks and historic districts and for approving Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs) for permission to alter historic buildings. The HPC meets monthly on Mondays in City Hall, Room 301A, 200 E. Wells Street at 4:00 P.M. unless otherwise indicated. Agenda
Jul 16th, 2010 by Dave Reid
