The changing face of those in need
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:19:00 CST - Food banks, pantries and meal programs need donations more than ever as demand is at a decades-long peak. Meanwhile, hundreds of new families and individuals -- once donors to food pantries -- are finding themselves suddenly unemployed and struggling to put food on the table.
Black Wednesday eases us into the holidays
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:02:00 CST - Thanksgiving Eve, or as it's often called in these parts, Black Wednesday, is the night out before the familial fracas begins. It is a tradition as old as sweet potatoes with marshmallows on top. Forget the pumpkin pie. What you need is a drink.
Begel: Giving thanks for Brandon Jennings
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:12:00 CST - Instead of taking the easy way out and penning a holiday column listing of things for which he's grateful, OnMilwaukee.com sports columnist Dave Begel settled one one thing -- Bucks rookie point guard Brandon Jennings -- and gives thanks for the buzz he's brought back to the team.
OnMedia: How could you not shed a tear?
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:00:00 CST - ABC's "Find My Family" offered an emotional 30 minutes of TV ... Regis Philbin is taking a leave -- but for how long?... And "V" is taking a long break after tonight's episode.
Shift switch: Potowatomi Bingo caller
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:03:00 CST - While OnMilwaukee.com Publisher Andy Tarnoff hasn't played bingo in about 15 years, he still has a soft spot for it -- and was pretty excited when Potowatomi offered him the chance to be a guest bingo caller for our Shift Switch series.
PicPocket Books offer alternative to video games on the go
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 05:17:00 CST - In September, I took a long trip with my youngster and brought along some things to keep us amused during the long flights and airport downtime. If only I'd known about PicPocket Books, which were just launching at that time. The Milwaukee company is already the largest publisher of children's picture book applications for the iPhone or iPod Touch.
Scouting report: Ristorante Bartolotta
Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:16:00 CST - In a group that includes Lake Park Bistro, Mr. B's, Bacchus and Pizzeria Piccola, Ristorante Bartolotta, 7616 W. State St. in Wauwatosa, is the patriarch of the growing Bartolotta empire.
New Tinkertoy exhibit builds imagination
Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:01:00 CST - How can it be that some toys are long forgotten by adulthood and others are celebrated for a lifetime? A new Tinkertoy exhibit just opened at the Betty Brinn Children's Museum that features regular and giant replicas of the colorful, classic construction toys.
Gig roundup: The Cranberries go for another spin
Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:08:00 CST - Earlier this year, Potawatomi announced a Dolores O'Riordan show at the Northern Lights Theater only to announce its cancellation not long after. But it wasn't long before we learned why. Word got out that her band,The Cranberries -- which went on hiatus six years ago -- was reuniting and coming to Milwaukee.
OnMedia: Larry David completes the "Seinfeld" reunion
Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:00:00 CST - Without Larry David, there would be no "Seinfeld," and on Sunday's "Curb Your Enthusiasm" season finale he proved it ... Channel 6 is quietly slipping into the high-definition era ... Adam Lambert had sort of a coming out party on Sunday night's "American Music Awards."
Green Bay Packers training camp guide: 2009
Mon, 27 Jul 2009 16:24:00 CST - The Packers' training camp opens Saturday and runs through Sept. 1 as the team prepares for its regular season opener -- a nationally televised "Sunday Night Football" matchup against Chicago Sept. 13 at Lambeau. Thousands make the pilgrimage to Green Bay each year to watch practices, which this year take place for the first time at Ray Nitschke Field.
100 things to do at Milwaukee's summer festivals
Sun, 31 May 2009 10:22:00 CST - Milwaukee is the city of festivals and on some weekends, there's no fewer than three or four to choose from. While almost all of them have beer, food and live music, each has something special to offer.
A cool present to enjoy the day AFTER Christmas
Sun, 21 Dec 2008 17:28:00 CST - With help from Cascio Interstate Music and Rehorst Vodka, OnMilwaukee.com presents the first-ever "Holiday Extravaganza and Re-gifting Party" at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 26 at Shank Hall, 1434 N. Farwell Ave.
The most wonderful night of the year (for a cocktail)
Wed, 26 Nov 2008 11:14:00 CST - The discussion cropped up in the editorial office the other day and we thought it would make a good discussion for Thanksgiving Eve. What is your favorite night of the year to enjoy a social drink? Is it tonight, which has a "reunion" vibe? Is it New Year's Eve, St. Patrick's Day or Opening Day, which have a "see how long you can stand" vibe? Is it Halloween, which has an "incognito" vibe? Or, is it another night that strikes your fancy?
Cubs, Astros square off for two games at Miller Park
Sat, 13 Sep 2008 21:02:00 CST - With Hurricane Ike wreaking havoc on the Gulf Coast, Major League Baseball has moved two games of the Houston-Chicago series to Miller Park. The games will be at 7 p.m. Sunday at 1 p.m. Monday.
Barhopping with College Dave and friends: Nov. '09
Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:01:00 CST - Longtime Milwaukee bartender and friend of OnMilwaukee.com "College Dave" Mikolajek is your host for another tour of the off-the-radar places that give our favorite city its unique flavor. The itinerary this month features stops at Libby's Lounge, Parkway Pub, Valley Inn and the State Fair Park-area classic known as Walk Her Inn (Drag Her Out).
Weekend wrap-up: Injuries dampen Packers' victory
Mon, 23 Nov 2009 05:09:00 CST - The Packers' 30-24 victory Sunday over San Francisco put them back the the thick of the playoff race, but season-ending ACL injuries to Al Harris and Aaron Kampman could prove costly. Plus, a look at the Packers' Turkey Day history; Marquette heads to Orlando this weekend and a glance at Wisconsin's likely bowl destinations as we clear out the notebook.
Green Bay replay: Packers 30, 49ers 24
Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:05:00 CST - After dominating the first half, running back Ryan Grant (pictured) and the Packers hung on to beat San Francisco Sunday afternoon at Lambeau Field. The victory was overshadowed, though, by injuries to cornerback Al Harris and linebacker Aaron Kampman. Harris suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament and will be lost for the season.
Venturi's Market preps homestyle meals at family style prices
Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:07:00 CST - Opening 12 years ago and expanding into a second storefront three years later, Venturi's Market is tucked away on the 7200 block of W. North Avenue, sandwiched by Snap Fitness and Chinese Pagoda restaurant. The café and deli originally opened with Italian flavors in mind but over the years, they've expanded to carry fresh meats and cheeses, specialty canned and packaged goods along with made-from scratch deli items of all sorts.
Bloody Brunch is much more than breakfast
Sun, 22 Nov 2009 09:04:00 CST - It began as any Sunday morning might. Two new friends met for brunch only to discover they share an affinity for a well-crafted Bloody Mary. As one Sunday flowed into the next, an idea was born. The Bloody Brunch was born.
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