Bars & Clubs - Aug. 5, 2009
A guide to bars near Wisconsin State Fair Park
With State Fair ready to kick off its 11-day run on Thursday, we thought it would an opportune time to list some of quirky little bars within walking distance of the grounds. Check them out if you need a place to meet friends before or after the Fair or just a cool place to grab a refreshing beverage to wash down food on a stick. All these places have character, charisma and comfort. Just remember to to get your hand stamped if you plan on returning to the Fair.
Tags: west allis, bars, state fair park, tomken's, liquid johnny's, state fair inn, town tavern, o'connor's perfect pint, paulie's, lois's derby, capt'n nick's

Bars & Clubs - April 22, 2009
Council red lights Rouge Lounge
A long-time club on Water Street that's been vacant for years will remain so for the near future at least. The space at 530 N. Water St. Has not been without its troubles in the past, featuring shootings, parking problems and other external and internal strife. Downtown Ald. Bob Bauman is concerned that would happen there again and opposed a plan by Heide Beste to reopen the joint as a club / lounge called Rouge Lounge.
Tags: Rouge Lounge, Ald. Bob Bauman, Heide Beste, Leslie Montemurro, Scott Johnson, Annona, Liquid Johnny's, Asian Moon, Ald. Bob Donovan