Life & Leisure
Wisconsin’s tavern history and culture
A look into the state's tavern culture reveals the long and storied history of the corner bar.
Aug 24th, 2011 by Erin Petersen
Hurling – The great game with a funny name
The Milwaukee Hurling Club tears up the field at Irish Fest this weekend, bringing Ireland's "fastest game on grass" to the lakefront.
Aug 20th, 2011 by Ellen Burmeister
Do It Yourself
As TCD staff prepares for a move to the Grand Avenue, Judith Ann muses on the new space and Milwaukee's growing creative economy.
Aug 17th, 2011 by Judith Ann Moriarty
Slainte! Irish Fest heats up the lakefront
This weekend, Milwaukee plays host to North America's largest Irish festival with four days of authentic music, food and culture.
Aug 17th, 2011 by Zach Buchheit
Winter Fest comes to Milwaukee
The new (indoor) event hopes to extend Milwaukee's festival season into the holidays with ten days of wintry, family-friendly activities.
Aug 11th, 2011 by Erin Petersen
August Festivals
From the deep-fried action of State Fair to the two-stroke goodness of Rockerbox this month, there's not a dull weekend in sight.
Aug 6th, 2011 by Third Coast Daily
Riverwest 24
Last weekend, 700 cyclists rode in the Riverwest 24-Hour Bike Race. At TCD's bonus checkpoint, over 150 riders sang, danced and got silly. Video here.
Aug 5th, 2011 by Third Coast Daily
Sauerbraten and dachsunds at the lakefront
With the summer heat, it was no Oktoberfest. But it was filled with dancing, beer steins and alpine hats. A photo gallery by Brian Jacobson.
Aug 1st, 2011 by Third Coast Daily
Milwaukee is a funny place
And it's about to get a whole lot funnier. The Milwaukee Comedy Festival kicks off August 4, featuring some of the best stand up, sketch and improv this city (and beyond) has to offer.
Jul 28th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
Milwaukee’s “original haus party”
This year's fest is better than ever, with a brewing competition, a battle of the bands, and all the German delicacies you know and love.
Jul 26th, 2011 by Erin Petersen
Sunshine through branches at Chez Jaques
Judith Ann muses on a tree, a garden, a mural, and a perfect summer moment at a modest Walker's Point restaurant.
Jul 19th, 2011 by Judith Ann Moriarty
The Search for the Last Queen of Egypt comes to MPM
This fall, the Milwaukee Public Museum brings 150 ancient artifacts to the public view, offering a glimpse into the life and legacy of Egypt's enigmatic Queen.
Jul 13th, 2011 by Erin Petersen
