Extreme Moms
Local moms are jumping out of planes, scaling buildings and challenging gender stereotypes in an effort to inspire and give back to the community.
Nov 16th, 2010 by Caitlin Penzey-Moog
Philomusica Quartet’s bright energy
The Philomusica brings enthusiasm, and the skill and savvy to back it up, to bear on Boccherini, Beethoven and Schumann.
Nov 15th, 2010 by Tom Strini
Grit Patterns Exhibit
The Grit Patterns exhibit at Bay View’s BYO Studio Lounge assembles the work of fourteen student designers conducting materials research at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Architecture and Urban Planning. In their research, students search for the hidden beauty in ordinary construction materials. Wood, steel and aluminum donated by local manufacturers are transformed into exotic wall and ceiling installations inspired by the fluidity and complexity of living organisms. Students conduct this work as a form of community outreach in collaboration with Milwaukee businesses. Participating business owners get an opportunity to upgrade their interiors for a fraction of the usual cost. This melding of academic research and local business provides a way to insert small works of forward-looking interior design into existing establishments, providing a refreshing change of pace and a moment of visual interest for customers. After exhibiting the work at BYO Studio Lounge, one installation will go to its permanent home at Roast Coffee Company located at 2132 E Locust St. This ceiling installation will provide a new backdrop for the service counter. Another piece is headed for Hi Hat Lounge located at 1709 N Arlington Place, where it will provide a new backdrop for the bar. Opening Event: Thursday, December 9, 2010, 7:00PM-9:00PM Gallery Exhibition: December 9, 2010 through December 26, 2010 Location: BYO Studio Lounge 2246 S Kinnickinnic Ave Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53207 Flyer
Nov 15th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Pianist Xiayin Wang a hit with the Fine Arts Quartet
Wang joined the FAQ in music by Schumann and Franck Sunday afternoon at the UWM Zelazo Center.
Nov 15th, 2010 by Michael Barndt
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 15. November 2010
Lindsay Heights housing gets grant By Georgia Pabst Lubar backs Walker, high-speed rail By Rich Kirchen Exchanging investments for U.S. green cards By Tom Daykin The arguments against rail just don’t measure up By Journal Sentinel Cancellation of high speed rail will kill jobs By Courier Staff State’s freight rail lines require upgrades By Joe Lanane Milwaukee Alderman annouce support for high speed rail By Michael Rosen LaHood to states: Proceed with rail projects or give up stimulus funds By Steve Kastenbaum MSOE proposal draws concerns from County Board committee chairman By Tom Daykin Did “racial politics” lead to tavern suspension? By Michael Horne Milwaukee County officials poke holes in MSOE project By Marie Rohde Athletic field important part of MSOE development plan, Viets says By Tom Daykin Talgo might move plant to Illinois if Walker kills train project By Larry Sandler Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion finally getting a facelift By Jeff Sherman MSOE proposes $30 million project By Sean Ryan MSOE plans $30 million parking garage, athletic fields in Park East area By MSOE plans parking structure, athletic field in Park East corridor By BizTimes Daily Illinois Wants Wisconsin’s Rail Dollars By WISN.com Walker holding firm on the wrong side of the tracks By Jim Stingl MSOE plans $30 million parking structure, athletic field in Park East By Tom Daykin Regional rail rides high in Minnesota, Illinois By Joe Lanane 70-unit upscale apartment building proposed in Bay View By Tom Daykin Little hope for using train money for roads, Petri says By Jason Stein Illinois: We’ll take Wisconsin’s $810M in stimulus money By Mary Wisniewski LaHood threatens to stop Wisconsin rail project By Dow Jones Newswires-Wall Street Journal Doyle: Canceling rail line will cost $100 million, cut 400 jobs By Larry Sandler Doyle, Walker meet today on train, transition By Lee Bergquist Ward helped to shape area’s civic culture By John Diedrich Photo gallery from a pre-ride on the Hank Aaron State Trail extension By Tom Held
Nov 15th, 2010 by Dave Reid
The Great Decider…or something like that
You have to marvel at George W Bush’s audacious return to the national stage. Apparently, even putative war criminals got to make a living.
Nov 15th, 2010 by Will Durst
Innovation won’t wait for health reform
Jerry Theis can’t reform the entire American health care system. But as an entrepreneur, he has come up with one solution to help patients help themselves.
Nov 15th, 2010 by Julie Sneider
Upcoming Events for the Week of November 15th, 2010
November 15, 2010 Community & Economic Development Committee Meeting November 15, 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 November 15, 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 […] November 16, 2010 Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee Meeting November 16, 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.[…] Is Milwaukee Ready for an Aerotropolis? (What’s an Aerotropolis)? November 16, 2010 12:00 pm to 1:20 pm Tom Rave, Executive Director of The Gateway To Milwaukee, will talk about the evolution of The Gateway and its role in leading the exploration and development of a new type of urban development called an “aerotropolis”. An aerotropolis reflects the interaction of airport-centered commerce, real-estate development and multi-modal transportation shaped by contemporary financial, marketing […] Menomonee River Open House November 16, 2010 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD), together with Alderman Michael Murphy, will be hosting an open house meeting for the public to learn about upcoming projects along the Menomonee River. on Tuesday, November 16th between 7:00 P.M. – 8:30 P.M. at the Marine Credit Union. The meeting will focus on the removal of 1,000-ft of concrete channel […] November 17, 2010 Finance & Personnel Committee Meeting November 17, 2010 9:00 am The Finance and Personnel Committee considers appropriations, finances, taxation, revenues, labor relations, personnel, pensions and other benefits, insurance, audits and city budget. The Finance and Personnel Committee meetings start at 1:30 p.m. and are held in the Room 301-B, City Hall, unless otherwise noted.[…]
Nov 14th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Is Milwaukee Ready for an Aerotropolis? (What’s an Aerotropolis)?
Tom Rave, Executive Director of The Gateway To Milwaukee, will talk about the evolution of The Gateway and its role in leading the exploration and development of a new type of urban development called an “aerotropolis”. An aerotropolis reflects the interaction of airport-centered commerce, real-estate development and multi-modal transportation shaped by contemporary financial, marketing and strategic management processes. The Gateway To Milwaukee is the brand name for an area around General Mitchell International Airport plus for three organizations, the lead one of which is the Airport Gateway Business Association (AGBA). Mr. Rave has been the Executive Director of AGBA since May, 2008 and was a director for the prior nine months. The other two organizations are Airport Gateway Business Improvement District #40 in Milwaukee and Milwaukee Gateway Aerotropolis Corporation, both of which are managed by AGBA. The Gateway’s role is to improve the vitality in the aerotropolis footprint by actively impacting government direction, enhancing the area through security and beautification, marketing the area for economic development and creating mutually beneficial networking opportunities for businesses in The Gateway. Mr. Rave’s previous career for 38 years in Milwaukee was with three banking companies, First Wisconsin/Firstar Banks, Norwest/Wells Fargo Banks and Tri City National Bank. Most of the assignments having were as an account officer and division head/manager in commercial banking, including one stint resolving “problem loans” to troubled organizations. Other functions during those years included training young bankers, private banking, business development for senior and subordinated debt in leveraged transactions, managing cash management and payroll processing businesses, systems development as a user, marketing and strategic planning. The education of Mr. Rave resulted in an MBA from University of Wisconsin – Whitewater in 1980, a BS with psychology as a major from Xavier University in Cincinnati, OH in 1967 and advanced studies in clinical psychology at the University of Florida and Loyola University in Chicago. Related current involvements of Mr. Rave are: Steering Committee chair of the Coalition for Advancing Transit in Southeast Wisconsin Participant and Milwaukee Mark Subcommittee chair on the Milwaukee Image & Perception Task Force Ex officio director of Greater Milwaukee Hotel & Lodging Association Location: UWM Campus AUP 345
Nov 14th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Finance & Personnel Committee Meeting
The Finance and Personnel Committee considers appropriations, finances, taxation, revenues, labor relations, personnel, pensions and other benefits, insurance, audits and city budget. The Finance and Personnel Committee meetings start at 1:30 p.m. and are held in the Room 301-B, City Hall, unless otherwise noted. Agenda
Nov 14th, 2010 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
Nov 14th, 2010 by Dave Reid
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
Nov 14th, 2010 by Dave Reid
