Arts & Entertainment
Against it!
To continue to label this band as “punk” is just plain false. Is a banana a hammer? Is Lady Gaga a linebacker? No and no.
Jun 2nd, 2010 by Jeff MoodySorry Ron, some “freedoms” are not worth the cost
George Will's tribute to Ron Johnson in the Washington Post ignores the realities of Ron Johnson's Randian brand of "freedom."
Jun 2nd, 2010 by Chris BeemThe Third Gulf War
BP’s sole object is protecting profit. Covering corporate butt. In the last six weeks, not a single word that has leaked out of their mouths has been true.
Jun 1st, 2010 by Will DurstChanging hearts and minds for better health
Scientists at UW-Madison are leading groundbreaking research into how transforming the mind can change the brain and body.
May 31st, 2010 by Julie SneiderReading and writing is found in the arts
SHARP Literacy shows that the arts are fundamental to the literacy of our children. Why don't our school districts get this?
May 30th, 2010 by Patti WenzelForever in blue jeans
Twenty three years ago, I got my first pair of jeans and fell in love.
May 29th, 2010 by Annie VihtelicA sneak peek at the Lynden Sculpture Garden
This Sunday in River Hills, a beautiful park and a stunning sculpture collection opens to the public in a grand way. A special report and photo gallery.
May 28th, 2010 by Elisabeth Albeck“Whence cometh…Borg?”
What happens when a bunch of "artists, musicians, engineers, derelicts, politicians, activists, noise makers and rejects of contemporary culture" start an art and music collective? DIY magic, that's what.
May 27th, 2010 by Mark MetcalfSecret Weapon
Democrats have a secret weapon this November, and his name is Michael Steele -- the RNC chairman who's ruffled so many feathers that the fluttering excess could fill every hotel pillow case in Vegas.
May 26th, 2010 by Will DurstWeekly Highlights from 5/26-6/1
It's pretty quiet on Milwaukee stages this week, but the MSO offers up Saint-Saens while some other shows sing their swan song.
May 25th, 2010 by Barbara CastonguayHow far will the boss go to make you shape up?
Some companies are using tough love to convince workers to get fit.
May 24th, 2010 by Julie SneiderTime to get your hands dirty
If you're not a natural gardener, Peg's advice will make spring less daunting and more colorful
May 23rd, 2010 by Malcolm McDowell Woods