by Vince Bushell This issues lead story is on a summer youth employment program in our neighborhood. We all learn from the experience of having students and young adults working with us. Some are paid and many, young and old, volunteer their time and skills. The photos below show some volunteers planting trees this spring, […]
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Latina Poets at Woodland Pattern: Juarez, Death and Fairy Tales
by Mary Vuk Two award-winning U.S. Latina poets, Valerie Martínez and Emmy Pérez, will read at Woodland Pattern, on Saturday, August 11 at 7 pm. Martínez was born and raised in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where she is associate professor of English and Creative Writing and director of Interdisciplinary Studies at the College of Santa […]
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Wieners For The Wasted! …With Ketchup And Mustard
by Tea Krulos, photo by Nik Kovac Its midnight on a Friday night, and the corner of North and Oakland is hopping. Im standing by Sils Drive- Thru. I like to make an annoying argument that this hot dog stand is no less an architectural achievement than Calatravas Milwaukee Art Museum. I mean, its much […]
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Schools Coming Get Ready!
By Emily DeLeo Its not too early to begin getting your children ready for school. While you may be thinking of school supplies, you also need to consider your childs health needs. Immunizations. Check with your doctor or health department to see if your child needs any immunizations. Children ages 4-6 will need immunizations, but […]
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A Clearer Vision For Bronzeville
Story and Photo by Nik Kovac Two summers ago, the city announced that $3.6 million was available to help revitalize the stretch of North Avenue between King Drive and I-43. The working title of this civic investment was the Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District. Since then, two major real estate developments have been announced in […]