September is one of the most beautiful times in Milwaukee – the nights are welcoming and sweet, the days are crisp and blue, and the warm camaraderie within Harambee and Riverwest is palpable. It’s the perfect time to come out and celebrate the spirit of the Riverworks District! Building off the excitement of last […]
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Bits and Pieces May 2015
Riverwest Radio, WXRW-LP to Host First Milwaukee LPFM Conference Our heartfelt thanks to the community for everyones’ support of Riverwest Radio’s Art Auction. A special shout out to Lynn and Falcon Bowl for housing the event. We raised 20% of our projected capital expenses budget to build the station;approximately $10,000. More thank yous and detailed […]
Posted inA&E Briefs, Business Briefs, Green Spaces Briefs
Bits & Pieces
Call for Candidates:Riverwest Co-op Board of Directors! The Riverwest Co-op isn’t just a grocery store-it’s a community. It feels like a general store: you probably know the cashier or the volunteer washing dishes. You’ve sat on the Philosopher’s Bench in the summer, danced with the kids at our Spaghetti Dinner, or cheered on our softball team, […]
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Affecting the Ivory Tower
By Kris Purzycki By now, you know about the governor’s proposed budget cuts. You will likely have been bombarded by talking points that have been used to support any number of conceits for or against public education. If you are connected in any way to anyone paying attention to the proposal and the impact on […]
Posted inAgriculture Urban and More, Green Spaces Briefs
Sustainability Summit MATC
by Soumya Gokuli Since 2003, Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) has had the pleasure of hosting the Sustainability Summit, a widely anticipated event for the environmentally–concerned crowd. The 12th annual, 2015 Sustainability Summit and Exposition will be held March 4th-6th at the Wisconsin Center, conveniently located on downtown Milwaukee’s Wisconsin Avenue. The Summit aims to […]
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