On a cold gray January day in 2004, Ray Dworczyk walked into my bookstore and left behind two blue plastic bags filled with books…the point being he wanted me to purchase them. He visited me daily for a week, long enough for me to find out he’s known as Mr. “Q”, which of course, designates “quality.” He’s been around longer than most local book dealers, driving his old beater stacked high with books and other oddities.When he parks on Water St. parallel to my business, passerby’s stop, stare, and sometimes even point at his loaded car.
May 2005
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Old School
Fred Stonehouse is the personification of old school — literally. After recently purchasing the former St. Augustin school building, he set up his studio in one of its huge classrooms. He has created an interesting melange — massive paintings depicting weeping black heads attached to snake-like bodies abutting blackboards and eye wash stations. This juxtaposition captures the approach of Milwaukee’s internationally renowned (and often shamelessly imitated) painter. Many of his works depict humans and/or animals experiencing some type of pain or suffering, and yet he is an all-American dad who coaches his kids’ sports teams.
Posted inBrady Street Beat, Business Spotlight
Salon du Monde – A Cut Above
After ascending the winding steps to the second floor at 1437 E. Brady St., the first thing I notice as I enter the salon is that the walls are painted a soothing blue, not unlike a wide-open blue sky. Owner Gail Grider greets me as I enter. She designed and decorated the salon herself. Red accents grab your eye while shag pillows on the waiting room couches add a touch of whimsy.
Posted inNeighborhood News
First Person:Getting GAMP
I went to apply for GAMP this morning. That’s the General Assistance Medical Program. It’s for people like me with low incomes and no health insurance. Going through the procedure of applying for acceptance to the program is an inside view into what it’s like to live in a Third World country.
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