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    Community,  Local Business,  Local Events

    September Local Events

    September is here! Which means cooler days and the beginning of the holiday season. We have concerts, festivals, and more! See what September in Milwaukee has going on!

    By Diane Barker
  • Community,  Local Business,  Local Events

    August Local Events

    August is hot! In both temperatures and events. We have concerts, festivals, and the Perseids meteor shower! See what August in Milwaukee has going on!

    By Diane Barker
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    Q & A with Ricardo Berrelez

    Mental health effects every aspect of daily life, and the ability to navigate life’s many challenges. Yet despite growing awareness, millions of people around the world continue to struggle in silence due to stigma, lack of resources, or limited access…

    By Diane Barker
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    July Local Events

    July brings a world of events here in Milwaukee! Check out drone shows, dragon boat festivals, Bastille Days, and more! See what July in Milwaukee has going on!

    By Diane Barker
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    May Local Events

    May is in full swing. Check out these awesome local events going on in your area. From Mother's Day at the Zoo to BBQ and Taco Festivals. See what May in Milwaukee has going on!

    By Diane Barker
  • A photo of the American Science & Surplus sign. A blue banner underneath it reads: Local Business Spotlight American Science & Surplus.
    Community,  Features,  Local Business,  Local Makers

    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…

    By Vanessa Vanderhoef
  • A wicket basket of brightly colored Easter eggs. Some of the eggs have shiny scales.
    Community,  Local Business,  Local Events

    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!

    By Diane Barker
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    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…

    By Diane Barker
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    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,…

    By Diane Barker
  • Community,  Features,  Food,  Local Business,  Local Makers

    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…

    By Vanessa Vanderhoef
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The Makers' Forge is a collaborative magazine that inspires, empowers, and connects creators, builders, and dreamers.
Life is strange. You get to a certain point and yo Life is strange. You get to a certain point and you look back at everything you’ve been through, everything you’ve believed, everything you’ve lost, and you realize there was an old version of you that had to dissolve. You are not the same person anymore. That’s where I am right now at this age. My life is in flux. The Makers’ Forge is changing, too.Read more at The Makers' Forge!https://www.themakersforge.org/2026/09/08/editors-letter-embracing-change/#nonprofit #transitioning #metamorphosis #embracingchange #buildingcommunity
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These past few years it seems like we're hearing m These past few years it seems like we're hearing more about dangerous heat more often than we used to in the world. Every summer brings another stretch of days when the temperature and humidity climb higher than expected. Most people think we'll know when it's "too hot," but heat-related illnesses can develop gradually and the real danger can hit you without warning, especially after hours spent working or exercising in the heat. Knowing the signs of heat stroke gives us a chance to respond quickly to seek help. Here are some things to look out for:https://www.themakersforge.org/2026/08/21/signs-treatments-of-heat-stroke-and-heat-exhaustion/
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