Dick Van Patten, star of TV, stage and 10 Chimneys
Decades ago, Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne took young Dick Van Patten to Wisconsin to prepare him for his first Broadway role. He's back.
Apr 8th, 2010 by Paul Masterson
Fine-tuning a Tenor
The Broadway revival of "Lend Me a Tenor" debuted last weekend, but you don’t have to travel to see this classic farce.It premieres this weekend on the Bay Players Stage.
Apr 8th, 2010 by Hope Stolarski
Walker defends his county record
He may be running for governor, but Scott Walker is still the CEO of the state's largest county and he thinks he's doing a pretty good job.
Apr 8th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
The problem with melted snow is …
Why should we use the über-clean water that’s gone through the Milwaukee water works’ energy-intensive decontamination process just to flush the toilet?
Apr 8th, 2010 by Malcolm McDowell Woods
Hooray for Hollywood
The people and the story behind Hooray for Hollywood, the national anthem of the movie business.
Apr 8th, 2010 by Tom Strini
The Man of the Moment
Brian Whitney looks for meaning in the tracks of Juiceboxxx's "Thunder Zone Volume One" mixtape.
Apr 8th, 2010 by Brian Whitney
Join Fan-Belt at the Cactus Club Friday
Shamelessly promoting a show with our name on it. Fair and Balanced.
Apr 8th, 2010 by FanBeltMilwaukee
Green Drinks
Green Drinks is a monthly event where you can meet people, network, do a business deal, learn something new or maybe even find a job! Check out green drinks to get an idea of the scope of this movement! Join like-minded people in an informal and unstructured setting to talk about the latest sustainability happenings in Milwaukee and globally. Meet people in various green professions. Have a drink (alcoholic or not), order food (or not), but enjoy lively conversations and good ideas. Anyone interested in green and sustainability is welcome. No RSVP is necessary and feel free to pass this notice on to others who might be interested. Location: Club Charlies (located between Milwaukee St. and Broadway St. – across from MIAD in the third ward). 320 E. Menomonee, Milwaukee, WI 53202. The back area of the bar will be reserved for Milwaukee Green Drinks and there is lots of street parking out front.
Apr 7th, 2010 by Dave Reid
State of Downtown Economic Forum
Join the Downtown BID as Mayor Tom Barrett and County Executive Scott Walker share their perspectives on the current and future state of Downtown Milwaukee. Following the address, a brief program will recognize 2009 Downtown Achievement Award winners. Limited seating available. Register today. PROGRAM 7:30 am – Registration 7:45 am – Breakfast Served 8:00 am – State of Downtown Economic Forum & Downtown Achievement Awards 9:30 am – Program Concludes RSVP RSVP to Pat Abram at 414.220.4700 ext. 21 or pat@milwaukeedowntown.com by Thursday, April 8. PARKING Limited valet parking available at the Wisconsin Club. Overflow parking available at the Library Lot at 815 West Wisconsin Avenue. The meeting is Thursday, April 15, at the Wisconsin Club, 900 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Apr 7th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Spring elections decided by a few
April elections don't draw big numbers, but those who do vote have changed the look of some area communities.
Apr 7th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
The United States of Plastic
An excavation of two wallets, several business card folios and a tin reveals a card for everything.
Apr 7th, 2010 by Brian Jacobson
Natural food co-ops enjoy healthy growth
“Taking the food system into our own hands was a very powerful thing.” — Pam Mehnert, General Manager for Outpost
Apr 7th, 2010 by Malcolm McDowell Woods
