“Lourdes”: Subtle film rewards attention
“Lourdes”

Subtle film rewards attention

The shrines of Lourdes supposedly have the power to heal the sick. But the film ultimately is about how people react to the fortune, and misfortune, of others.

America values free speech and faith – even if it’s misguided

America values free speech and faith – even if it’s misguided

Terry Jones has incited a firestorm towards America by planning to burn the Koran. He has the right to do it, but that doesn't mean it's right.

Freaks, luchadores and lusty ladies

Freaks, luchadores and lusty ladies

Mondo Lucha's bawdy spectacular returns to Milwaukee today with all the high-flying, wacked-out goodness you can handle.

Friday Photos Friday, 10. September 2010

Friday Photos Friday, 10. September 2010

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Indian Summer Festival: A harvest of beauty
Indian Summer Festival

A harvest of beauty

The annual celebration of American Indian cultures kicks off today. Judith recommends the Circle of Art -specifically the baskets of Oneida artist Kathy Thomas.

Surfin’ the Turf

Surfin’ the Turf

A skateboarder-organized bid to resurrect the Turf skatepark has taken Milwaukee by storm. Tonight, the Cactus Club hosts a benefit show in their honor.

Art from near and far at the Marshall Building

Art from near and far at the Marshall Building

A building-wide open house will showcase the galleries and artist's studios that call this address home, with music, refreshments and plenty to see.

Review: A Wild Space late-summer night’s dream
Review

A Wild Space late-summer night’s dream

Debra Loewen's new site-spefice "A Place for Everything," enchants the Lynden Sculpture Garden. [Friday update: New photos by Paul Gaudynski.]

2011 Milwaukee County Budget Public Hearing

2011 Milwaukee County Budget Public Hearing

The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors Finance and Audit Committee has announced two public hearing sessions regarding the 2011 Milwaukee County Budget. The public is invited to attend these hearings to express their thoughts on funding for county programs and services, including transit service. Location: Kosciuszko Community Center 2201 S. 7th Street ▪ Milwaukee (Bus Routes: 53, 80) 6:00 p.m – 7:30 p.m.

2011 Milwaukee County Budget Public Hearing

2011 Milwaukee County Budget Public Hearing

The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors Finance and Audit Committee has announced two public hearing sessions regarding the 2011 Milwaukee County Budget. The public is invited to attend these hearings to express their thoughts on funding for county programs and services, including transit service. Location: Mary Ryan Boys and Girls Club 3000 N. Sherman Boulevard ▪ Milwaukee (Bus Routes: 30, 60) 6:00 p.m – 7:30 p.m.

Does building a park over a freeway in Milwaukee make sense?

Does building a park over a freeway in Milwaukee make sense?

Cities across the country are in the process of constructing or exploring ways to turn freeways into public space. Would it be wise to implement such an idea in Milwaukee?

PODCAST: The backbone of the festival
PODCAST

The backbone of the festival

The staff at Milwaukee Film put a lot of hard work into the film festival, but it simply wouldn't run without the aid of dedicated volunteers.