http://onmilwaukee.com/rss/rss_seasonal_holidays.xml Milwaukee's Daily Magazine Holiday Guide en-us Mon, 14 Dec 2009 17:30:08 CST http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://onmilwaukee.com/images/layout/omc_rssfeed_logo.gif http://onmilwaukee.com 204 67 Whether you're looking to give cookies, cakes and pies as gifts, need a sweet to take to a dinner party or just have an itch to dig in on some sugar filled goodness, the question of baking versus buying always arises. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/latartewauwatosa.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/latartewauwatosa.html?21136 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:53:00 CST The Harlem Globetotters return to Milwaukee for two New Year's Eve games at the Bradley Center. Tickets are still available for the two family-friendly games at 1 and 6 p.m. This year, OnMilwaukee.com interviewed Andre "Hot Shot" Branch about his life as a Globetrotter. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/harlemglobetrotters10.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/harlemglobetrotters10.html?21112 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:04:00 CST In the dead of winter, thinking about Summerfest can make cold days pass faster. That's why gift cards from the Big Gig make good stocking-stuffers. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftadaysummerfest.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftadaysummerfest.html?21128 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 10:42:00 CST Four Milwaukeeans who identify themselves as agnostic or atheist weigh in with their holiday thoughts and divulge whether or not they feel alienated during Christmas. Although their thoughts vary, they all appreciate spending time with family. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/atheistagnostic.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/atheistagnostic.html?21074 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:01:00 CST Who says you need to buy a gift this holiday season? http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/amygiftaday.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/amygiftaday.html?21122 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 10:03:00 CST Even if you've seen it dozens of times, you can never get tired of Charles Dickens' classic work. We compare the most recent film version to the Milwaukee Rep's current production and both are outstanding. The message the work sends is one everyone needs to hear, especially those who are far better off with family, friends, and a place to call home. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/achristmascaroldisneyrep.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/achristmascaroldisneyrep.html?21117 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 05:19:00 CST Got any pregnant women on your gift list this holiday season? If so, this might make a cool gift for her and her unborn baby. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftadaylullabelly.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftadaylullabelly.html?21103 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 14:03:00 CST Here's another source of programming information for holiday viewing as we move into the final two weeks until Christmas. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/holidaytelevision.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/holidaytelevision.html?21116 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 19:00:00 CST Amid the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, take some time to think about those less fortunate and consider a donation to one of the following local organizations.Whether you're looking to give toys, food, your time or a cash donation, there are several Milwaukee area groups working to better the community with your support. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/donationguide2009.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/donationguide2009.html?21111 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 13:04:00 CST I stopped at Starbucks at Red Arrow Park yesterday and couldn't help but laugh at our sign on the ice rink. It couldn't be more true, especially this weekend. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/redarrowice.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/redarrowice.html?21108 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 09:24:00 CST If a mix tape is a great way to share your passion for music and at the same time express your appreciation or love for someone, why not consider a great compilation CD for Christmas? http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftadaycompilations.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftadaycompilations.html?20932 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 08:53:00 CST Attention bar owners, bartenders, bar patrons and barflies, OnMilwaukee.com is compiling a list of holiday parties at area bars and would love to include your gathering. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/barholidayparties09.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/barholidayparties09.html?17456 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 05:26:00 CST The non-religious holiday Kwanzaa (meaning "first fruits of the harvest") celebrates African-American heritage as a way to create positive social change. Kwanzaa runs from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/kwanzaa.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/kwanzaa.html?2166 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 05:22:00 CST For more than 100 years, Salvation Army volunteers have been ringing bells and encouraging people to drop their spare change into Red Kettles to help the less fortunate. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/redkettles121408.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/redkettles121408.html?17593 Wed, 9 Dec 2009 16:18:00 CST With the tight economy, it seems like everybody is looking is looking for a bargain this holiday season. What would you buy if money was not a factor? How about a $55,000 foosball table, a heated toilet seat with a remote control or a gorgeous Trek bike? Those are just a few of the things on our wish list. What would you put on yours? http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/highendholidaygifts.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/highendholidaygifts.html?21084 Wed, 9 Dec 2009 13:02:00 CST Sure, I would have preferred to have gone through life without seeing Danny DeVito naked, but it was a small price to pay to watch the 43-minute Christmas episode of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia." http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftadayalwayssunny.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftadayalwayssunny.html?21071 Wed, 9 Dec 2009 05:19:00 CST The best way to get into the holiday spirit -- besides the decorations, snow and festive parties -- is through music. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/holidayplaylist.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/holidayplaylist.html?10387 Wed, 9 Dec 2009 05:17:00 CST This year, why not give the gift of flavor? http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/spicegiftboxes.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/spicegiftboxes.html?21078 Tue, 8 Dec 2009 15:48:00 CST The countdown to the holidays has begun, but what has been on my mind lately is something that comes just after the new year. No, not a hangover. The new year's resolution. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/resolutions09.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/resolutions09.html?21077 Tue, 8 Dec 2009 15:09:00 CST When the temperature drops and the flakes start flying, it's not unusual to turn your thoughts toward a vacation -- usually of the sunny and / or beach variety. But a down economy has dashed the Disney dreams for some, forcing weary Wisconsinites to look a little closer to home for a quick winter getaway. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/winterstaycations.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/winterstaycations.html?20959 Tue, 8 Dec 2009 05:14:00 CST We're so dependent on cell phones that the idea of running low on battery power is enough to make many of us break into a cold sweat. Now, there is an environmentally-friendly answer. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftadaysolariphonecharger.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftadaysolariphonecharger.html?21070 Mon, 7 Dec 2009 15:03:00 CST Every year around Christmastime the word "Yule" pops up all over the place, especially in advertising. Maybe it's because it rhymes with so many words, making for quippy holiday taglines and corny play-on-words like Old Navy's T-shirts reading "Yule See." But all cleverness aside, where does the word "Yule" come from? http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/yule.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/yule.html?7933 Mon, 7 Dec 2009 15:01:00 CST You already know that DVRs are awesome. They change the way you watch TV. They make every show "on demand." And they fill up quickly, especially if you record HD shows. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/dvrexpander.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/dvrexpander.html?20879 Sun, 6 Dec 2009 08:11:00 CST Tonight is my favorite night of the year; the night Krampus comes to visit. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/krampuscomestonight.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/krampuscomestonight.html?21058 Sat, 5 Dec 2009 19:36:00 CST Acupuncture can be a great, drug-free pain reliever for a plethora of ailments, but a new holiday offer from Milwaukee Community Acupuncture may help you snuff out a bad habit. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftquitsmoking.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftquitsmoking.html?21038 Sat, 5 Dec 2009 09:19:00 CST What do you want to see more of on OnMilwaukee.com in 2010? Or, what would you like to see less? http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/resolutionblog.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/resolutionblog.html?21050 Fri, 4 Dec 2009 14:26:00 CST "Beatlemania Now" hit Milwaukee in mid-October, but Beatles fever was already in full swing around the Western world thanks to the arrival of the remastered versions of the Fab Four's original U.K. long-players. Those discs will likely be at the top of many holiday wish lists and savvy Beatles fans will put the stunning The Beatles Box of Vision on their lists, too. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftadaybeatlesboxofvision.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftadaybeatlesboxofvision.html?20869 Fri, 4 Dec 2009 08:14:00 CST Looking for a sure-fire way to beat back holiday stress? Take stock of the little things that agitate you on a daily basis and learn to say "Serenity now!" http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/holidaystressbuster.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/holidaystressbuster.html?21039 Thu, 3 Dec 2009 16:58:00 CST CityTins, brand new this holiday, is a set of 22 coasters, each representing an independent restaurants in town. Select a coaster, bring it to the restaurant and receive $10 off your bill. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftadaycitytins.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftadaycitytins.html?21034 Thu, 3 Dec 2009 14:03:00 CST Sure, you've seen them all a hundred times, but that's what makes holiday movies -- the classics and the newbies -- so much fun. Here's a list that's sure to get you in the holiday spirit faster than you can say, "You'll shoot your eye out." http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/holidaymovies.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/holidaymovies.html?2167 Thu, 3 Dec 2009 05:16:00 CST The Salvation Army needs your help this holiday season. Many businesses have turned away the Army's famous red kettles, but thanks to technology, there are ways you can help without standing in the cold, ringing a bell or digging for some loose change. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/salvationarmyhelpneeded.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/salvationarmyhelpneeded.html?21014 Wed, 2 Dec 2009 15:08:00 CST When shopping this holiday season, do you feel safe at Mayfair Mall? Has the fear associated with the muggings and attacks of a few years ago been assuaged by security measures? Would you still opt to shop elsewhere? http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/mayfairmallsafety.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/mayfairmallsafety.html?21022 Wed, 2 Dec 2009 11:48:00 CST The Color Me House is an easy-to-assemble cardboard house -- there's also a rocket model available -- that kids can decorate with any medium that mom and dad agree to. There are no sharp corners and it has doors and windows that open and close. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/colormehouse.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/colormehouse.html?20998 Wed, 2 Dec 2009 05:35:00 CST Sure, gift cards are the "easy way out" and leave little excitement when the recipient opens or unwraps the gift. But sometimes -- now more than ever -- a little practicality can go a long way. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftadaygiftcards.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftadaygiftcards.html?20956 Tue, 1 Dec 2009 15:10:00 CST The holidays can be blizzard of shopping trips, family gatherings and trips to church or temple, so take some time to recharge your own batteries with a holiday-themed show. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/holidayshows2009.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/holidayshows2009.html?20967 Tue, 1 Dec 2009 13:15:00 CST Being environmentally conscious doesn't have to mean giving up all the glitz and glory of the holiday, if that's what you enjoy. Rather, it's about celebrating responsibly and recognizing that the season of giving should include a gift or two to our Mother Earth. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/greenchristmas.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/greenchristmas.html?17516 Tue, 1 Dec 2009 05:31:00 CST Ear bud headphones are becoming a necessary staple of daily existence. But, that puts them on a slippery slope toward disposable. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftaday113009.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/giftaday113009.html?20992 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 20:08:00 CST Thanksgiving is a meal to end all meals, which is why, in most families, it's a meal that lasts a week. Ah yes, the abundant leftovers are always plentiful. But by day three, eating the same ol', same ol' can get a bit stale. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/thanksgivingleftovers.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/thanksgivingleftovers.html?20949 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 13:02:00 CST The big Christmas specials, from Charlie Brown to George Bailey, are easy to find on the TV schedule. But that are personal favorites that we search for each year. Sometimes they pop up on the schedule, sometimes they don't, What are you looking for? http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/holidaytv.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/holidaytv.html?20987 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 07:00:00 CST Nearly 300 residents of a West Allis neighborhood decorate their homes with festive lights and displays to raise money to help fight childhood cancer. This year is the 25 anniversary of a Milwaukee-area tradition: Candy Cane Lane. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/candycanelane08.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/candycanelane08.html?13573 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 05:33:00 CST Dazzling guests with new displays and an abundance of activities each year, the Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival is southeastern Wisconsin's largest winter festival. With millions of lights (all energy-efficient LEDs) Downtown is aglow this festive season. Other areas of the city are fully beaming, too. Here's a quick "tour" of Milwaukee, a city of lights 2008. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/cityoflights.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/cityoflights.html?17360 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 15:26:00 CST It's another Wisconsin winter, and love it or hate it, there's no denying that gathering the family or a group of friends to hit the snow-covered hills is one of the perks that we Midwesterners can enjoy, most years, well into the months that other states call "spring." http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/sleddingguide07.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/sleddingguide07.html?10677 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 11:19:00 CST When you are an adult, the number of obligations and commitments that crop up this time of year can be staggering. We are stumbling into "Microwave Month." http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/holidaytimecrunch.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/holidaytimecrunch.html?20986 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 08:10:00 CST The cash registers are already buzzing with brisk holiday sales and we're curious: will you venture out to area malls and stores to do your shopping this year, or have you decided you're tired of the crowds and hassle and will do your shopping online. Maybe you're creative and are making gifts this year. Whatever your plans, sound off and let us know. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/soundoff112909.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/soundoff112909.html?20955 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 07:04:00 CST Need a tree or a wreath? Here's a list of places throughout Southeastern Wisconsin that can help you out. Most places offer the opportunity to choose and cut your tree or purchase a pre-cut tree. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/xmastrees.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/xmastrees.html?2182 Sat, 28 Nov 2009 11:19:00 CST In winter, the warmth of a fire makes a good drinking buddy, and toasting -- or getting toasted -- in front of a fireplace is perfect on a blustery night. Here's a list of some great places to warm you inside and out. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/fireplaceguide.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/fireplaceguide.html?5110 Sat, 28 Nov 2009 09:02:00 CST With sweeps over, most shows are in rerun and much of the schedule is taken up with holiday specials. For a lot of viewers, it's the most wonderful time of the TV year. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/christmastv.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/christmastv.html?20978 Fri, 27 Nov 2009 11:00:00 CST If you're planning to get a jump-start on your holiday shopping Friday, here's a quick look at when area malls and major stores will be open. Good luck! http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/blackfridaystorehours.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/blackfridaystorehours.html?20952 Thu, 26 Nov 2009 16:22:00 CST As we approach Thanksgiving, the editorial staff at OnMilwaukee.com offers 100 reasons for Milwaukeeans to give thanks. Not surprisingly, this list was an easy one to write. Read on ... http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/100thingsthanksgiving.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/100thingsthanksgiving.html?10277 Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:02:00 CST Thanksgiving Eve, or as it's often called in these parts, Black Wednesday, is the night out before the familial fracas begins. It is a tradition as old as sweet potatoes with marshmallows on top. Forget the pumpkin pie. What you need is a drink. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/blackwedbars.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/holidays/articles/blackwedbars.html?20927 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:02:00 CST