Marketplace - Nov. 22, 2009
Venturi's Market preps homestyle meals at family style prices
Opening 12 years ago and expanding into a second storefront three years later, Venturi's Market is tucked away on the 7200 block of W. North Avenue, sandwiched by Snap Fitness and Chinese Pagoda restaurant. The café and deli originally opened with Italian flavors in mind but over the years, they've expanded to carry fresh meats and cheeses, specialty canned and packaged goods along with made-from scratch deli items of all sorts.
Tags: venturi's market, sue venturi, pete venturi, catering, deli, cafe, carry out, chicken salad, roast beef, wauwatosa, north avenue

Milwaukee Buzz - May 2, 2009
"Ninja-style" vandals strike near Farwell and North
A group of about 20 to 30 vandals, dressed in black and wearing masks, committed multiple acts of vandalism just after 11 p.m. last night. The group, which some witnesses described as "looking like ninjas," damaged the windows of several businesses and vehicles near the East Side intersection of Farwell and North Avenues, threw barricades into the street and set off smoke bombs.
Tags: vandalism, north avenue, farwell avenue, us bank, whole foods, qdoba, bruegger's

Bars & Clubs - Feb. 25, 2009
Milwaukee's best bar near North Avenue, 2009: Hooligan's Super Bar
Last year Paddy's Pub took the cake, but this year it seems tastes have change, as the readers of OnMilwaukee.com chose Hooligan's Super Bar as their favorite bar on or near North Avenue. Hooligan's is a great corner bar and an even better place to watch a game or play trivia.
Tags: bar month, north avenue, hooligan's super bar

Living - Jan. 7, 2009
An interesting sign of the times
The saying may be old and hackneyed, but for one East Side bank, it seems, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
Tags: continental savings bank, north avenue

Dining - Feb. 10, 2008
Scoopz is a cool treat for North Ave. custard fans
Given the recent cold, snowy weather, custard might not sound like a great idea. A trip to Scoopz, 3621 W. North Ave., proved otherwise.
Tags: custard, north avenue, scoopz, damon dorsey

Marketplace - Jan. 9, 2008
Ess Elle Style Studio keep it clean and classic
Fashion should never be a guessing game, although it often turns out to be one. Fear not, Ess Elle Style Studio is here to help.
Tags: ess elle style studio, north avenue, fashion district, sarah skinner, lisa trautner, denim, boutique, kenilworth building

Bars & Clubs - Nov. 17, 2007
Best bar on/near North Avenue/UWM, 2007: Paddy's Pub
With its unique patio and homey interior, clean bathrooms, good vibes and rollicking music inside and outside, the Irish-themed Paddy's is a neighborhood favorite. Add in bowls of peanut M&Ms and you've got a recipe for success.
Tags: Paddy's, Hooligans, North Avenue, UWM, Von Trier, Cans, Vitucci's, Landmark Lanes, BBC, The Eastsider, Vox, Champions Pub, Yield, Cush, Judge's, Live on North, Henry's

Arts & Entertainment - April 30, 2007
IN:SITE celebrates a year of public art
In celebration of a year of activity around Milwaukee, IN:SITE launches new pieces of art in a new neighborhood with a day of activities on May 5.
Tags: IN:SITE, Bay View, Kinnickinnic, Pegi Taylor, North Avenue, public art, installation

Dining - Sept. 5, 2006
Beans and Barley opens earlier for breakfast
Breakfast at the East Side institution Beans and Barley is now served daily from 8 to 11 a.m. and Saturdays and Sundays until 2 p.m.
Tags: beans and barley, breakfast, east side, North Avenue, UWM, Kenilworth, Whole Foods

Bars & Clubs - July 11, 2006
Downtown bar guide
Many Milwaukeeans have the perception that downtown shuts down at 6 o'clock, when the office workers flee for the neighborhoods and suburbs. Not true! Our city center has a wealth of night spots that are fun, exciting and interesting.
Tags: downtown, bars, clubs, water street, brady street, north avenue

Bars & Clubs - Nov. 9, 2005
Lava Bar and Grill ditches food for tunes, goes Live
North Avenue's Lava Bar and Grill is reinventing itself. After a slight hiatus, it will reopen Friday as Live -- a bar and music venue. The Mathew Haeffel Band plays at 9:30 p.m.
Tags: Lava, Live, North Avenue, Bob Overmier, Jackie Dusosky, East Side Association, Globe

Bars & Clubs - Aug. 5, 2004
Lava Bar and Grill erupts with options
The new Lava Bar and Grill, 2028 E. North Ave., strives to appease all tastes. The decor, for instance, is an intriguing mix of cream city brick, exposed steel and warm colors, creating a cozy yet industrial feel.
Tags: North Avenue, Lava Bar and Grill