Music - March 4, 2010
The road to Break into the Big Gig starts here
Okay, Milwaukee rockers, put on your best sequined jumpsuit, prep the flashpots and smoke machines, and turn your amps to 11, because it's time to do battle.
Tags: battle of the bands, Break into the Big Gig, summerfest, club garibaldi, bbc, kelly's bleachers, up and under

Bars & Clubs - May 22, 2009
On the town in Milwaukee: Where's the "western" world?
Apparently the Sussex bowling alley doubles as the Square Benders Square Dancing headquarters at least once a week. Occasionally, the Milwaukee Ale House hosts live country acts and Kelly's Bleachers on Bluemound Road has been known to play as much pop country as top 40 music on the dance floor.
Tags: western, cowboy, southern, Milwaukee Ale House, Kelly's Bleachers, trusty knife, the championship

Bars & Clubs - April 17, 2009
On the town in Milwaukee: What's "going on" for "going out?"
As soon as the weather gets warmer, the concept of "going out" on the weekend tends to fade and the question changes to what's "going on." A slight change up of words illuminates the disappearance of drab winter doldrums and emergence of a season packed with more festivals, games, concerts and patio time than any one person can really possibly manage.
Tags: nightlife, miller park, sobs, kelly's bleachers, hank aaron trail, long wongs

Bars & Clubs - April 6, 2009
No shortage of pitchers: A guide to Brewers bars
As the Brewers prepare to open the 2009 season Tuesday afternoon in San Francisco, many fans wonder if they'll have enough pitchers to make it through the season. Fortunately, that shouldn't be a problem for area taverns. Whether they operate on Bluemound Road, National Avenue, State Street or as far away as South Milwaukee and Saukville, bar owners will tell you that a robust performance by the Brewers is good for business. Here is a look at some of the key players.
Tags: brewers bars, bluemound road, kelly's bleachers, steve's on bluemound, rounding third, mcginn's, long wong's

Dining - July 24, 2008
Eating good 'n' cheap in Milwaukee
Pinching pennies until payday? Well, you still have to eat ... and while the higher end, trendy joints seem to get a lot more media play, hometown Milwaukee has more than its share of some great places to get cheap eats that won't bust your budget, and will leave you with a happy tummy and a smiling face.
Tags: cheap eats, cans, elsa's, kelly's bleachers, china gourmet, rip tide, the lodge, slim mcginn's, mcbob's, garibaldi, the social, metro, hooligan's, amelia's, o'brien's, leff's