By Bridget Bishop Take an early spring walk along the greenway of Milwaukee’s Left Bank, say south from Kern Park towards Riverboat Road, and you’ll experience the collective work of generations of conservationists. You’ll likely traverse Koenen Land Preserve as you pass the Quaker Friends’ Meetinghouse, and may encounter at least one Northern Lights project, […]
Neighbor Spotlight
The monthly neighbor spotlight.
Neighbor Spotlight: Annie Minga aka Annie Oatmeal
by Ellen C. WarrenInterviewing Annie Oatmeal felt a bit like sitting in the middle of a carousel watching the horses go by, and she was on every one of them. Moving swiftly and knowledgeably from one subject to another her patter enthusiastically delivers a stream of sights, sounds and information.For instance, even before we get […]
Neighbor Spotlight: Tiffany Miller
Story by Bridget Bishop In the deep melodic glow of St. Kate’s lobby bar, Tiffany Miller Blooms is channelling. A midnight Billie Holliday, her trademark oversized blossom commands the eye. Her interaction with the live band sparks a connection between the audiences ears and minds, as she evokes the synergy of Erykah Badu’s first live […]
Neighbor Spotlight – Father Mike Bertram
by Bridget Bishop
The parish of St. Francis is unique for so many reasons. Besides being historically associated with the Capuchins since 1869, which has adds an extra dimension to the organization of the church, its buildings and its operations, the parish is unique for a litany of reasons. Thriving in a time when low membership has caused many diocesan parishes to consolidate or even shutter, a fourth Saturday evening mass was recently added to the lineup. In addition, its diverse population is a stunning representation of the myriad ethnic communities in Milwaukee, and a testament to the power of faith in bringing people together.
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