http://onmilwaukee.com/rss/rss_mollysnyderedler.xml Milwaukee's Daily Magazine Molly Snyder Edler en-us Wed, 4 Nov 2009 20:00:20 CST http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://onmilwaukee.com/images/layout/omc_rssfeed_logo.gif http://onmilwaukee.com 204 67 Al Bardin has painted houses since the '80s, but it wasn't until last winter that he finally put brush to canvas. Since then, he has sold more than 60 "monster" paintings and will be among the featured artists at the return of MIAD's Open Canvas on Saturday, Nov. 21. http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/bardinpaintings.html http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/bardinpaintings.html?20714 Tue, 3 Nov 2009 09:01:00 CST Pork Chop Kids are, basically, long, snug socks -- a "thigh high" for kids and babies -- worn in place of tights or even pants. At first, some parents might have a difficult time wrapping their mind around Meaghan Resenhoeft's new product, but once they do, they're usually instant fans. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/porkchopkids.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/porkchopkids.html?20675 Mon, 2 Nov 2009 15:30:00 CST The adoptive mom lets go of a lot, but she receives an abundance in return, too. Here are some reasons why adoption rocks. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/adoptionblog.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/adoptionblog.html?20716 Mon, 2 Nov 2009 12:27:00 CST Chris Bohl, the new owner of the The Pub in Riverwest, says he didn't make major changes to the bar because he was already satisfied with the scene. He did, however, extend happy hour from 3 to 7 p.m. every day except Sunday and now offers $1.50 rail drinks and $2 taps. http://onmilwaukee.com/bars/articles/thepubarticle.html http://onmilwaukee.com/bars/articles/thepubarticle.html?20671 Sun, 1 Nov 2009 19:02:00 CST A real friend from the real world told me she wanted to clean up her Facebook page and "unfriend" a bunch of people who weren't really friends. The fewer the friends, the less she has to wade through to find the information they really care about. I get it, but how should she do it? http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/facebookunfriendblog.html http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/facebookunfriendblog.html?20690 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:35:00 CST If ever a vegetable were to have a cult-like following, it would be the artichoke. It's true: lovers of this big thistle plant are emphatic about it, whether the "heart" is chopped and served on pizza and in hot dips or the entire plant is hard boiled and devoured. Here's a list of Milwaukee eateries with artichoke dishes on the menu. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/artichokearticle.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/artichokearticle.html?20650 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 09:01:00 CST Today's quick review focuses on Riverwest's newest eatery, Centro Cafe. It's a cozy, Italian restaurant that's off to a great start. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/rapidreviewcentro.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/rapidreviewcentro.html?20660 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 07:04:00 CST I spend hours a week grilling my kid on spelling words, and even though I'm a writer, I'm questioning if it's really necessary to spend this much time on it. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/spellingblog.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/spellingblog.html?20642 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:02:00 CST The trick-or-treat experience varies from kid to kid. For some, going door to door for candy is a dream come true, but for other little people, the all-in-good-fun spookiness is very scary. Regardless of how your little ghosties interpret the particulars of All Hallow's Eve, it's important that everyone is safe. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/halloweensafety.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/halloweensafety.html?20619 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:02:00 CST Here's a mini review of Roots, a fresh and natural restaurant in Brewer's Hill with an amazing view of Downtown. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/rootsreview2.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/rootsreview2.html?20586 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 20:24:00 CST City of Milwaukee residents can attempt to get an H1N1 vaccination on Friday, Oct. 23, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Sarah Scott Complex, 1017 N. 12th St. http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/h1n1vax.html http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/h1n1vax.html?20605 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 11:35:00 CST Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) is a Mexican holiday, celebrated Nov. 1 and 2, and it's a time to honor the deceased. For the past few years, I created a Day of the Dead altar with my kids as a way to remember my four grandparents, none of whom my kids ever got to meet. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/dayofthedeadaltar.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/dayofthedeadaltar.html?20556 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:29:00 CST Mark your calendars: Trainfest returns to the Exposition Center at Wisconsin State Fair Park on Saturday, Nov. 14 and Sunday, Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This year's event promises even more kid-friendly entertainment. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/trainfest09.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/trainfest09.html?20550 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:03:00 CST Today's at-a-glance restaurant review focuses on Rip Tide Seafood Bar and Grill. The patio is closed for the season, but indoors, the fish is still frying. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/rapidreviewriptide.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/rapidreviewriptide.html?20516 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:16:00 CST For the most part, buying local means shopping for ourselves and our families at businesses based in Wisconsin, but it's also a commitment to keep in mind when sending gifts for a birthday, an anniversary or the holidays. Here's a list of places to buy edible gifts from the Dairy State. http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/wiscofooditems.html http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/wiscofooditems.html?20474 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:19:00 CST It's true: there is beauty is a broken teacup, just like the term "wabi-sabi" suggests. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/wabisabi.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/wabisabi.html?20476 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:44:00 CST Tim Knuth plays all of the instruments himself on his new CD for kids, but he invented "Robot Tim" as a way to explain to kids how one person can make multiple sounds on a recording. Human Tim and Robot Tim play together at Beat Kitchen in Chicago on Sunday, Nov. 1, and will play numerous gigs in Chicago and Milwaukee in the coming year. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/humantimrobottim.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/humantimrobottim.html?20444 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 15:03:00 CST Today's at-a-glance review focuses on Riverwest's Nessun Dorma, an Italian bar and eatery tucked away on a quiet street corner. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/rapidreviewnessundorma.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/rapidreviewnessundorma.html?20409 Thu, 8 Oct 2009 07:09:00 CST Nikon? Canon? Ugh. I really despise researching items, whether it's cars, washing machines or cameras. I wish someone could just tell me what I want and where to sign and be done with it. http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/camerablog.html http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/camerablog.html?20392 Tue, 6 Oct 2009 17:13:00 CST Prior to this fall, I considered myself pretty fortunate in the tantrum department. Neither of my sons were big fit-throwers at 2 or 3 when such behavior is common. But around the ripe age of 5, my son started to fuss in such an explosive way that I questioned everything from his diet to the history of my family's mental health. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/motherfest1108.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/motherfest1108.html?17204 Tue, 6 Oct 2009 15:05:00 CST Seven years ago, I identified the best Milwaukee bathrooms, and last night, I found yet another wonderful washroom. This time, at the new Mexican restaurant, Coa. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/coabathroom.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/coabathroom.html?20358 Sun, 4 Oct 2009 19:17:00 CST In celebration of Dining Month, an OnMilwaukee.com editor dishes up an at-a-glance review of a great Brew City eatery every day. Enjoy! http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/rapidreviewalehouse.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/rapidreviewalehouse.html?20312 Thu, 1 Oct 2009 05:33:00 CST PJ Heffernan owns a Waukesha-based yoga studio called PJ's Yoga Shala, but don't confuse his practice with a traditional business. "It is nothing like any studio you have ever been to. I built it with spirit in mind, not dollars," he says. Heffernan teaches a free yoga class every Sunday at Invivo, 2060 N. Humboldt Blvd. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/pjyogashala.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/pjyogashala.html?20298 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:31:00 CST Earlier this month, The Cream City Foundation, an LGBT organization based in Milwaukee, launched a billboard campaign in southeastern Wisconsin featuring local gay families. OnMilwaukee.com interviewed a few of the teens featured in the billboards. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/teensfromgayfamilies.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/teensfromgayfamilies.html?20289 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:30:00 CST Mayfair's Build-A-Bear Workshop isn't cheap -- it can cost up to $50 for your kid to "make" a stuffed animal and adorn it with adorable accessories. Luckily, however, the experience delivers more than a lesson in consumerism. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/buildabear.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/buildabear.html?20286 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:29:00 CST Poet and blogger Lizzie Skurnik reads at Boswell Book Company on Tuesday at 7 p.m. It's a free event, something that we Milwaukeeans always appreciate. http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/skurnickblog.html http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/skurnickblog.html?20290 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:53:00 CST The organizers behind The Open Book -- a new book co-op opening in the former Schwartz Bookshop space in Shorewood -- plan to open on Nov. 2. This is good news for some, but others wonder if another independent bookshop will saturate the market. http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/openbookarticle.html http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/openbookarticle.html?20269 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 11:15:00 CST I had a blast in Boston, and you can, too, if you write a compelling blog this weekend telling us why you deserve free airline tickets. http://onmilwaukee.com/visitors/articles/bostonblog2.html http://onmilwaukee.com/visitors/articles/bostonblog2.html?20257 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:41:00 CST Yesterday, I created an e-mail account for my 7-year-old son. It was another Major Mom Moment, and one that affected me deeply. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/firstemailblog.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/firstemailblog.html?20251 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 16:35:00 CST In some cultures, it's common for infants to have their ears pierced, but other families have a strict age as to when ear piercing is acceptable. If you are considering ear piercing for your child, here is a list of places in Milwaukee that will do it, and a couple of things to consider before you go. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/kidspiercingguide.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/kidspiercingguide.html?20201 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:28:00 CST Recently, my son, who is 7, asked me how he could make money other than from the tooth fairy. I don't blame him. The fairy's occasional $2 doesn't do much for a boy who dreams of massive Lego sets and a bike with gears. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/allowanceblog.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/allowanceblog.html?20230 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:16:00 CST Speed dating eliminates the need for blind dates, which are large time commitments. However, speed dating is not for everyone. Some feel it's difficult to get a good read on someone after only a few minutes of conversing. What do you think? http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/soundoff092009.html http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/soundoff092009.html?20204 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 07:48:00 CST Recently, a person I know told me that she and her husband have a sex schedule, meaning they "do it" three nights a week: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. Romantic? No. Practical? Maybe. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/sexscheduleblog.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/sexscheduleblog.html?20217 Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:50:00 CST Autumn is a great time for trail riding, and the Milwaukee Country Transit System recently installed shiny new bike racks on every city bus. Many bus routes include stops at local parks so you can take in the leafy sights while riding. Here's the scoop on the new bus bike racks to make the journey a breeze. http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/busbikeracks.html http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/busbikeracks.html?20203 Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:23:00 CST So, those of you who have seen and read "Twilight," which is better? I found the film enjoyable -- who doesn't like to witness a romance between a hot teenaged girl and a vampire? -- but I certainly wasn't blown away. http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/twilight2.html http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/twilight2.html?20205 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:34:00 CST Justin Vernon -- aka "Bon Iver" -- will serve as the honorary chairperson for the 2009 AIDS Walk on Oct. 11. Later that evening, he will perform the final show of a two-year tour at The Riverside. First, however, Vernon will release a new album with a Milwaukee band under the name Volcano Choir on Sept. 22. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/boniver2.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/boniver2.html?20186 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 16:08:00 CST So pundits, poets and word nerds, I have a challenge for you: Other than "Pewaukee" and "Ozaukee," what does "Milwaukee" rhyme with? http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/milwaukeerhymeblog.html http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/milwaukeerhymeblog.html?20187 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:15:00 CST Monday, Sept. 21 is National Myositis Day and Milwaukee's Kris Lane Barger is doing her part to raise awareness about this rare, painful disease. Barger, the mother of two children, was diagnosed with myositis in 2006 and struggles with muscle weakness and fatigue almost every day of her life. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/myositisday.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/myositisday.html?20148 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:31:00 CST My three-day trip to Boston was a fabulous mix of history, decadence and reunions. Former Milwaukeeans introduced me to the sights, including the Freedom Trail, the Union Oyster House, Newbury Street, Davis Square, Harvard, the North End, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, "Cheers" pub and much, much more. http://onmilwaukee.com/visitors/articles/recessionbusterbo.html http://onmilwaukee.com/visitors/articles/recessionbusterbo.html?20130 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 11:09:00 CST Warning: potentially annoying "cute things my kids said lately" blog. You might want to stop reading right now ... http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/mouthofbabesblog.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/mouthofbabesblog.html?20154 Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:30:00 CST Palomino's running a contest through September called "Franz and Fonz." Bring in a photo of yourself with the Bronze Fonz statue and get a free Franziskaner. Plus, you might win a $75 gift card. That gets a Fonzie thumbs up. Ayyyyyy. http://onmilwaukee.com/bars/articles/bronzefonzpromo.html http://onmilwaukee.com/bars/articles/bronzefonzpromo.html?20140 Wed, 9 Sep 2009 11:39:00 CST Few items on the school lunch menu appeal to adults, but Tater Tots are one of those timeless comfort foods. The crispy, potato cylinders make great fry alternatives, classic casseroles and, for some, serve as the perfect hangover remedy. Here's where to get 'em in Milwaukee. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/tatertotguide.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/tatertotguide.html?20129 Wed, 9 Sep 2009 08:39:00 CST Nobody said we could plant sunflowers around the toxic brown space, but no one said couldn't either. So, last May, six Riverwest families, all of whom were responding to an e-mail, showed up with shovels, ready to guerrilla garden. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/sunflowerproject.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/sunflowerproject.html?20124 Mon, 7 Sep 2009 16:04:00 CST Do your kids need their "hairs" cut? Before you reach for a bowl and a pair of Fiskars, consider a professional haircut at a salon designed specifically for shorties. Here's an annotated list of children's hair salons. http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/kidcuts.html http://onmilwaukee.com/family/articles/kidcuts.html?6185 Mon, 7 Sep 2009 14:28:00 CST Husband-and-wife duo R. Michael Gull and Jon Anne Willow co-wrote the script for a full-length film called "New Day." The movie, filmed entirely in Milwaukee and Sheboygan, is a thriller about 9 / 11. It premieres Saturday, Sept. 12 at the Milwaukee Art Museum. http://onmilwaukee.com/movies/articles/newdaymovie.html http://onmilwaukee.com/movies/articles/newdaymovie.html?20115 Sun, 6 Sep 2009 01:22:00 CST I just said no to my Lean Pocket for lunch today and cruised over to Bella's Fat Cat, 2974 N. Oakland Ave., to try The Kramp and Adler Burger. As a weekly guest on the FM 102.1 Kramp and Adler Morning Show, I wanted to show my support of their sandwich, but also, I was grossly curious what a hamburger topped with a bratwurst would taste like. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/krampandadlerburger.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/krampandadlerburger.html?20107 Thu, 3 Sep 2009 19:23:00 CST The Pedal Pusher Society's adult prom takes place Saturday, Sept. 26, at Stonefly Brewery, 735 E. Center St. The tag line of this year's prom is "No free food, no free drinks, just the most awesome night of your life." Organizer Susie Seidelman says, "There's an excellent chance you'll get lucky in the kissing booth." http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/petalpusherprom2.html http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/petalpusherprom2.html?20083 Wed, 2 Sep 2009 17:41:00 CST Best Place, originally the hospitality area for the Pabst Brewing Company, houses a gift shop, corporate offices, Blue Ribbon Hall, a courtyard and a tour center, all of which will open to the public on Sunday, Oct. 4. http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/pabstbestplace.html http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/pabstbestplace.html?20066 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 14:33:00 CST There are two Topsy Turvy tomato planters in our yard, and although for a while it really seemed like they were on the verge of abundance, we ended up with only one large tomato in one of the planters and two smaller ones in the others. http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/topsyturvy.html http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/topsyturvy.html?20068 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 05:20:00 CST Ben Weber will emcee the Huntington's Disease Society of America's annual "Casino Royale Celebration of Hope Cocktail Gala." Trey Gray, drummer for Brooks and Dunn, will be at the event, too. OnMilwaukee.com interviewed Weber about his career and his connection to Huntington's Disease. http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/huntingtondiseasebenefit.html http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/huntingtondiseasebenefit.html?20060 Sun, 30 Aug 2009 13:12:00 CST