Honestly, when I woke up sometime in early February and it was as cold in Riverwest as it was in Anchorage, I asked the same question — but only for a second. Because I know the question is actually misplaced. The fact that it’s -9 F outside has nothing to do with whether the climate is warming or cooling. Neither does the mid-summer day when it is a desperate 99 F. …
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Where Do Bugs Go In the Winter?
by Beth Fetterly One of the wonders of nature is the seemingly complete disappearance of insects once the temperature drops below freezing and the subsequent multitudes of insects swarming each summer. Where do insects go in the winter? Do they die? Hibernate? Migrate? Stay active? The answer is yes. Insects are the most diverse order […]
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Encouraging People to Drive Less: EcoBucks at the Urban Ecology Center
by Jim McGinity
Do you know anyone who gets paid to ride their bike to work? Last October the Urban Ecology Center initiated an idea that has been brewing since last winter. How can we get people to drive less?
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Sculptors Commissioned to Create Public Art at Riverside Park
by Mark Lawson
The Urban Ecology Center (UEC), located in Milwaukee’s historic Riverside Park, has been reviewing proposals for public art projects as part of the UEC’s expansion project. The Center’s Art Selection Committee has carefully considered several strong proposals and sought public input at an open community meeting in November.
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Local Holiday Events and Shopping
by Tess Reiss and Eryn Moris
Sprinkle some seasonal cheer around by keeping your shopping dollar local. Shop in the neighborhood where you can slow down, walk, bike, bus, or drive only a short distance to your next destination. The Currents‘ Holiday Shopping Guide covers everything from Holiday Fairs and Events, to hidden treasures and old favorites plus services, music, and art. Shop on, dear reader!
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