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Q & A with Kim Stenglein of American Science & Surplus
Tools, Oddities, and Inspiration in Every Aisle. American Science & Surplus is one of those places in Milwaukee that everyone seems to know, even if they have not walked through the door in years. Founded in Chicago in 1937 by Al Luebbers, the business began by acquiring and selling surplus camera lenses. It evolved and grew from a mail-order operation, into a long-running source for science equipment, surplus goods, educational items, and hobbyist parts. Over time, it became the kind of store that served creators of all kinds, from curious kids and teachers to artists, tinkerers, and people looking for one specific part they could not find anywhere else. That…
April Local Events
April is full of lots of wonderful events! Start off strong with Egg hunts for the kiddies and then explore locally made films with the 2026 Milwaukee Film Festival. See what April in Milwaukee has going on!
Editor’s Letter: Sustaining Growth
There comes a point in any season of work, when asking questions like how, or when to start, are no longer the main questions. Getting started is often the hardest step. But, if you can persevere, and launch through your…
The Makers’ Forge Issue 6
Our April issue is out! This issue features an interview with Kim of American Science & Surplus. We also dive into how community funding works, what Sustainable Farmstead Solutions Three Pillars are, and what to plant for April. Check out…
Quick and Easy Waffles
Recipe adapted from Preppy Kitchen. Nothing is better on a brisk cold morning than pulling a freshly made waffle right out of the waffle maker. Pair that with scoops of berries and a healthy dose of chocolate sauce and/or Nutella…
Editor’s Letter: Showing Up Changes Systems
Dear Reader, I am writing this from the bench, both literally and symbolically. This bench is where observation turns into decision. It is where we sit long enough to understand what is happening around us and then decide whether we…
Q & A with Antonio of Warpstorm Games & Lounge
 Creating community with games, boba, and safe spaces. Meet Antonio, one of the owners of Warpstorm Games and Lounge over on 6120 W Layton Ave in Greenfield. This wonderful store creates a safe place in the neighborhood that welcomes…
March Local Events
Space Night March 4th 7PM – 8:30PM FREE admission. UWM is putting on a free stargazing session followed by the opportunity to ask questions. Dress the kiddos up in as astronauts or aliens! Physics Building Room 1391900 E Kenwood Blvd,…
Love Your Tools
Winter in Wisconsin is no joke. Everything is cold, wet, and covered with a layer of rust. And inevitably there’s always a tool left forgotten outside only to be discovered in spring looking worse for wear and a sad shade…
Food Trucks: Serving Through Winter
Winter doesn’t stop the city. Housing pressure keeps going. Rent is still due. People still have to get to work and eat and live their lives. What changes is how things move and where energy shows up. One of the…
Twice Baked Potatoes
When winter is getting pretty harsh, I like to warm up the house and my belly with this easy-to-make potato recipe. You can dress it up as much as you like and it will always hit the spot. Baked potatoes…
