What NOT to wear in 2011
From high waters to (gasp!) pajamas-as-outerwear, Kimberly offers the top fashion mistakes to avoid in the new year.
Jan 22nd, 2011 by Kimberly GomezSly Brahms, sparkling Beethoven, epic R. Strauss
MSO, de Waart polish three brands of German Romanticism. Pianist Brautigam gives a pithy Beethoven Concerto No. 3.
Jan 22nd, 2011 by Tom StriniPublic Works Committee Meeting
The Public Works Committee is responsible for physical services provided by the city such as street and alley maintenance, waste collection, disposal and recycling, sewer, water and flood control projects, assessments, public buildings, land and waterways. Public Works Committee meetings start at 9:00 a.m. and are held in the Room 301-B, City Hall, unless otherwise noted. Agenda
Jan 21st, 2011 by Dave ReidPublic Safety Committee Meeting
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. Agenda
Jan 21st, 2011 by Dave ReidExploring the boundaries of art and science at MIAD
As part of a dual exhibition,"Visual Analogies and Inquiries:Work by Michiko Itatani and Birgitta Weimer" ponders the beauty revealed in the mystery of biology.
Jan 21st, 2011 by Kat MurrellCommunity Gardening Workshop
In 2011, MUG celebrates ten years of serving citizens of Milwaukee. We will be holding events monthly to celebrate and help promote community gardening in Milwaukee. In February, join MUG for a community gardening workshop. Come learn about how to start a community garden or discuss how to make your community garden better. Apply for City permits and hydrant permits and talk with other community gardeners. MUG is a part of the good food revolution and urban agriculture movement going on in this city and across the country. We are a land trust, which means we buy land, lease land, or acquire easements in order to secure land for gardens and community-managed open space. Location: Urban Ecology Center 1500 East Park Place Milwaukee, WI, 53211
Jan 21st, 2011 by Dave ReidFriday Photos Friday, 21. January 2011
On this, the coldest day in two years, we thought some pictures of warmth and fun would be appropriate. Locust St. Festival Miller Lite Ride for the Arts Bradford Beach Party Circus Parade Bastille Days
Jan 21st, 2011 by Friday PhotosCommittee on Economic and Community Development
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 the Research Park and the Airport Business Park. Meets at 9:00 A.M. on the 2nd Monday before the County Board Meeting in room 203-R of the Milwaukee County Courthouse. Agenda
Jan 21st, 2011 by Dave ReidCommittee on Parks, Energy and Environment Meeting
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 and make recommendations relating to conservation of air, water, energy and all other resources. Meets at 9:00 A.M. on the 2nd Tuesday before the County Board Meeting Agenda
Jan 21st, 2011 by Dave ReidCommon Council approves Marriott development
An super-majority vote eliminates remaining barriers to development of the new downtown hotel.
Jan 21st, 2011 by Patti WenzelMr. & Mrs. M. get BOMBED!
TCD's elusive dining critics put AJ Bombers now-famous Milwaukee Burger to the test--and offer a burger recipe of their own.
Jan 21st, 2011 by Jeffrey MerlotTINY art at MIAD
Behold the results of visual art melded with science.If beauty is in the eye of the beholder,this is a feast for orbs everywhere.
Jan 21st, 2011 by Judith Ann Moriarty