School of Freshwater Sciences to the Reed Street Yards?
It was recently reported that UWM is considering the Reed Street Yards as a potential site for the School of Freshwater Sciences.
Feb 23rd, 2010 by Dave Reid
Weekly Highlights from 2/24-3/2
This week, movement rules Milwaukee stages with rare and exciting performances from Bill T. Jones and Danceworks.
Feb 23rd, 2010 by Barbara Castonguay
Designer meatballz and more!
IKEA might be a gargantuan draw in Illinois for those looking for furnishings (and perhaps even lunch) on a budget, but those savings come at a cost.
Feb 23rd, 2010 by Judith Ann Moriarty
Don’t sweat it, Russ
Feingold's best bet for re-election: Tommy Thompson entering - or not entering - the race.
Feb 23rd, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
Another Sold Out Show
Brewcity Bruisers Season 4 rolls on with another sold-out bout at the fabulous Milwaukee Co. Sports Complex. Gloria Hole and Dr Awkward guide you through the pulse-pounding action.
Feb 22nd, 2010 by Jon Anne Willow
Weekly Bookmarks – Monday, 22. February 2010
Neumann hits Walker over Florida fund-raiser – JSOnline Wind factory to employ 50-60 in first year – JSOnline Wisconsin mayors join push for high-speed rail – BizTimes Milwaukee lands $21.5 million in more stimulus funds – BizTimes Apartments, retail space proposed for Mitchell/Muskego corner – JSOnline mid coast views: Skilled labor decisive in attracting green jobs to Milwaukee OnMilwaukee.com Marketplace: Team effort brings green jobs to Wisconsin Eppstein Uhen selected to design Summerfest grounds south end makeover – BizTimes Sites in Milwaukee, Racine, Janesville and Appleton bidding for Talgo plant – BizTimes Electric motor expertise sold Spanish firm on Milwaukee – JSOnline City help for Ingeteam factory might include bond issue – JSOnline Ingeteam ready to tap energy market (VIDEO) « The Daily Reporter Fee increase splits housing industry « The Daily Reporter State approves high-speed rail spending (UPDATE) « The Daily Reporter Energy firm picks Milwaukee for plant – JSOnline UWM considers moving men’s basketball games back to campus – JSOnline Joint Finance OKs federal funding of Milwaukee-Madison rail link – JSOnline UWM official: Arena would not use tax dollars – JSOnline Wind turbine maker will use 8 acres in Menomonee Valley – JSOnline Spanish company picked Milwaukee out of 80 sites – BizTimes Summerfest chooses Eppstein Uhen to redesign south end – BizTimes Spanish company will create 275 green jobs at new Milwaukee plant – BizTimes Barrett touts new jobs in State of the City speech – The Business Journal of Milwaukee: Gorman seeks to buy, convert north side school to apartments – JSOnline City help for Ingeteam factory might include bond issue – JSOnline The North End apartments land first retail tenants – JSOnline OnMilwaukee.com Bars & Clubs: Future of A-1 Supper Club and Ultra Lounge still uncertain
Feb 22nd, 2010 by Dave Reid
Where’s the consumer’s voice in health care?
Of all the health reform ideas out there, nothing exasperates Andy Serio more than “consumer-driven health care.”
Feb 22nd, 2010 by Julie Sneider
Troy and Wright pair well in “Duet For One”
This thoughtful production by Milwaukee Chamber Theatre speaks to our own fears, anger and vulnerability
Feb 21st, 2010 by Barbara Castonguay
A Brand for Milwaukee?
The Milwaukee Common Council recently passed a resolution creating a branding task force for Milwaukee, and certainly there is a place for creating a brand for Milwaukee, but the key to creating this brand isn't a marketing campaign, catch phrase or tag line.
Feb 21st, 2010 by Dave Reid
Gathering Waters Festival
Lakeshore State Park June 12, 2010 – 11am to 7pm A National Get Outdoors Day Event Off the freshwater coast of Summerfest and Discovery World FREE Event Including: REI Paddle Sports Demos for Canoeing & Kayaking DNR FIsh and Fly Fishing Clinics – We Supply the Poles Bike Village Boat and Bike Rides Kite Flying Wellness, Freshwater and Energy Exhibits Healthy Lawn and Garden Demos Park Passport with Scavenger Hunts for Door Prizes Loads of Activities for Kids & Adults Music and Picnic Area Local Food, Beer and More for Purchase Exhibits and Demonstrations 11 to 5pm Rip Tide Beach Party and Music 11 to 7pm Come to the Park by foot, boat, bus or bike Visit www.gatheringwatersfest.org
Feb 21st, 2010 by Dave Reid
Joe Hanreddy’s next act at UWM
Longtime artistic director of the Milwaukee Rep will be integral to a new fellowship program for directors and designers.
Feb 21st, 2010 by Tom Strini
Upcoming Events for the Week of February 22nd, 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. February 22, 2010 Community & Economic Development Committee Meeting February 22, 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, […] February 23, 2010 Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee Meeting February 23, 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.[..] Blue Sky Sustainability Lunch February 23, 2010 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Inspired by the success of Green Drinks Milwaukee. The idea is to get folks together to talk about sustainability, to network and build momentum for the sea change in sustainable consciousness that is on its way! Buy your own lunch and/or beverages, and get in there and meet people! No RSVP necessary and feel free to […] Pecha Kucha February 23, 2010 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm The Sixth PechaKucha Night in Milwaukee is going to be something special. Why? Because it will be free, the first 20 people through the door get a copy of “Pow!” by Andy Nulman, Shopkeeper Ken will be DJing, and you’ll hear and watch fast paced presentations (20 slides that change automatically every 20 seconds) on making […] February 24, 2010 Public Safety Committee Meeting February 24, 2010 9:00 am The Public Safety Committee is concerned with issues brought forth from the fire, police, health and neighborhood services departments as well as traffic control, emergency medical services and parking. It also licenses alarm businesses and public passenger vehicles and drivers.[…] February 25, 2010 A View of Our City in Three Acts: Act I – What is Historic?! February 25, 2010 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Historic Milwaukee, Inc. Presents: What is Historic?! Historic preservation and designation under municipal landmark ordinances. Panelists Paul Jakubovich – Preservation Planner with the City of Milwaukee Alderman Robert Bauman – Member of the Historic Preservation Commission Jim Draeger – Architectural Historian, Wisconsin Historical Society Mike D’Amato – Former Alderman and Member of the Historic Preservation Commission Moderated by Award Winning Real […] February 26, 2010 Water and People Conference February 26, 2010 8:30 am to 4:30 pm The Law School’s 2010 public service conference, “Water and People,” will be held February 26, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. in the AMU Monaghan Ballroom. Cameron Davis, senior advisor to the United States EPA administrator for Great Lakes Restoration, will deliver the keynote address, “Water and People: How to Rehabilitate the […]
Feb 21st, 2010 by Dave Reid
