“People, Places and Things” at Luckystar Studio
In Luckystar's debut photography exhibition, three Milwaukee photographers strike a balance twixt the outrageous and the sublime.
Mar 4th, 2011 by Judith Ann Moriarty
Walker blames a few “radical” Dems for upcoming layoffs
Walker vows pink slips Friday. But will those come from the over 8,000 jobs slated for elimination in his upcoming budget?
Mar 3rd, 2011 by Jon Anne Willow
Wisconsin 14 face contempt of senate charges
Wisconsin Senate Republicans go for a nuclear option to bring back the 14 wayward Democrats. Will this work?
Mar 3rd, 2011 by Patti Wenzel
Growing a Community With Will Allen
Who better to help us launch FUEL Milwaukee’s newest adopted nonprofits than Milwaukee’s urban farmer, Will Allen, a man who has devoted his life to community service? Start the evening by meeting all of our new adopted nonprofits; learn what they’re doing for the community and how you can get involved. Then, get inspired as Will Allen shares his story of dedication to the Milwaukee community. FEATURED SPEAKER Will Allen, son of a sharecropper, former professional basketball player, ex-corporate sales leader and now farmer, has become recognized as among the preeminent thinkers of our time on agriculture and food policy. The founder and CEO of Growing Power Inc., Will is widely considered the leading authority in the expanding field of urban agriculture. Will promotes the belief that all people, regardless of their economic circumstances, should have access to fresh, safe, affordable and nutritious foods at all times. In 2008, Will was named a John D. and Katherine T. McArthur Foundation Fellow and was awarded a prestigious foundation “genius grant” for his work. He is also a member of the Clinton Global Initiative and in February 2010, he was invited to the White House to join First Lady Michelle Obama in launching “Let’s Move!” her signature leadership program to reverse the epidemic of childhood obesity in America. In May 2010, Time magazine named Will to “The Time 100: World’s Most Influential People.” Will has been featured in: New York Times Magazine · The New York Times · O, The Oprah Magazine · TIME Register for this event today @ www.fuelmilwaukee.org REGISTRATION fee includes full-belly appetizers & cash bar Early Bird | now-March 14: $12 Members & Non-Members Late | March 15-22: $17 Members & Non-Members Membership & Event Package: $50 Event Ticket and FUEL Membership package-choose this option and save $12! LOCATION Centennial Hall
Mar 3rd, 2011 by Dave Reid
Committee 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
Mar 3rd, 2011 by Dave Reid
“Teaching life skills through stage skills”
As schools are forced to cut back, First Stage Children's Theater and Academy offers a creative outlet for students, fostering empowerment through the arts.
Mar 3rd, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
The Best Little Holes in Wisconsin
Opulent, overwhelming, marvelous: even the restrooms at the John Michael Kohler Arts Center are a sight to behold.
Mar 3rd, 2011 by Judith Ann Moriarty
Adams’ metaphysical “Harmonium”
John Adams probes the edge of awareness. Barber's "Adagio for Strings" and Beethoven's "Eroica" symphony complete the program.
Mar 2nd, 2011 by Tom Strini
Suit You
We get it - the government is broke. So how do we get our hands on some of the money that's out there? The answer: We take it. It's the American Way.
Mar 2nd, 2011 by Will Durst
A Story of Five
Tess Gallun's film tells the intimate and unexpectedly exultant stories of five homeless LGBT youth learning to cope with life on the streets of Milwaukee.
Mar 2nd, 2011 by Andy Hartman
Walker’s budget makes deep cuts
Scott Walker describes his budget "as a return to frugality" which will lead to economic freedom for millions of Wisconsin residents. Or will it?
Mar 2nd, 2011 by Patti Wenzel
MSOE Students Present Design Concepts for Lakeshore State Park Interpretive Center (Renderings)
The original plans for Lakeshore State Park called for an interpretive center to be built on the park at a time when funds are able to be raised to pay for the development of the facility.
Mar 1st, 2011 by Dave Reid
