Come on down to the Milwaukee River and watch environmentally focused films on an outdoor screen. On Friday August 1, The Wild and Scenic Film Festival will present eleven short films ranging from humorous, to educational, serious, profound and dreamlike. Engaging for adults and children alike. Presented by the River Revitalization Foundation on their property […]
July 2014
Bike Organizations and Retail/Repair Shops
Compiled by Greta Jochem Bike Federation of Wisconsin 3618 W Pierce St (414) 431-1798 Wisconsinbikefed.org This statewide organization works to make Wisconsin a better place to ride a bike, primarily through education and legislation. In the past, they have helped pass bike legislation like the 2009 anti-dooring legislation and have hosted and promoted events like […]
Skyline Music Series Kicks Off July 8
The eighth annual Skyline Music Series, hosted by COA Youth & Family Centers, will kick off Tuesday, July 8 in Kadish Park. The opening concert will feature a performance by the ten-piece Afro-Cubano and Latin and jazz group De La Buena. Art activities for youth will be provided by the Riverwest Artists Association, and food […]
The Winds of Change are Blowing!
Hang on to your hat! After 12 years as the Advertising Manager and editor of the Further Down Stream page, this issue will be my last one with the Riverwest Currents. Life is drifting in a different direction and I have accepted a full time position with the City of Milwaukee, starting in July. As […]
Neighbor Spotlight – Jessica Wineberg Binder
Photo by Peter DiAntoni As I pulled onto the block where Jessica Binder lives I caught the flash of a helmet being removed to expose a dark head of hair, dampened by exertion. The young woman locked her bike to the porch rail as I finished parking and fixed me with a wide-eyed stare as […]
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