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Maureen Post
OnMilwaukee.com staff writer Maureen Post grew up in Wauwatosa. A lover of international and urban culture, Maureen received a bachelor’s degree in sociology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. After living on the east side of Madison for several years, Maureen returned to Milwaukee in 2006. After a brief stint of travel, Maureen joined OnMilwaukee.com as the city’s oldest intern and has been hooked ever since. Combining her three key infatuations, Milwaukee’s great music, incredible food and inspiring art (and yes, in that order), Maureen’s job just about fits her perfectly. Residing in Bay View, Maureen vehemently believes the city can become fresh and new with a simple move across town. |
Recent Articles | |
Bars & Clubs - April 17, 2009 | |
On the town in Milwaukee: What's "going on" for "going out?" | |
As soon as the weather gets warmer, the concept of "going out" on the weekend tends to fade and the question changes to what's "going on." A slight change up of words illuminates the disappearance of drab winter doldrums and emergence of a season packed with more festivals, games, concerts and patio time than any one person can really possibly manage. | |
Milwaukee Buzz - April 16, 2009 | |
Milwaukee face off: Brewers tailgating vs. Bacchus | |
No, it's not scientific, but yes, it's fun. In the past, we compared the Pabst Theater vs. Pabst Beer, the Marcus Amphitheater vs. the Big Bang, even the "The Nutcracker" and Buddy Squirrel. For this edition we get ready for baseball season by comparing Milwaukee's long lived tradition of Brewers tailgating to dinner at Bartolotta's signature restaurant Bacchus. | |
Living - April 15, 2009 | |
"Your Money Bus" rolls into town | |
In preparation of the arrival of "Your Money Bus," send us your questions on the current financial crisis, personal sustainability habits, long-term financial wellbeing, personal finance or how to deal if you've lost your job. We'll get answers from Michael Haubrich, President of Financial Service Group, and post a "Financial question and answer of the day" every day next week. | |
Living - April 15, 2009 | |
Wrapped up in "The Wire" | |
Mixing HBO On Demand and friend's season's of DVDs, I've basically spent a significant chunk of the last two weeks addictively watching episode after episode. I've passed up invitations for things with live human beings in lieu of my new faux-friends Jimmy McNaulty, Omar and Bubs. | |
Dining - April 14, 2009 | |
Brewery barrels into St. Francis | |
St. Francis Brewery, 3825 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., tapped the first kegs and opened the doors for a grand opening last Monday. The only pub on the South Side to brew and serve beer made in-house, St. Francis Brewery intends to embrace the neighborhood and celebrate its uniqueness. | |
Bars & Clubs - April 10, 2009 | |
On the town in Milwaukee: The Mad Planet eclipses traditional dance clubs | |
I started stacking Mad Planet's appeal as a night or dance club up against the other spots around town. And after careful thought and deep consideration, one chief conclusion came striking through: Mad Planet is nothing like the other dance clubs in Milwaukee. | |
Milwaukee Buzz - April 9, 2009 | |
"Lunar" glows with a full moon at Blu | |
Tonight, Blu on the 23rd floor of the Pfister Hotel kicks off "Lunar," a monthly celebration of the full moon. Located on the top floor, Blu boasts floor to ceiling windows throughout; you can even take a glimpse of the moon over Lake Michigan from the bathroom. | |
Milwaukee Buzz - April 8, 2009 | |
Festa Italiana and the ICC launch quake relief fund | |
To aid relief efforts after the shattering earthquake that rocked Italy's Abruzzo region on Monday, Milwaukee's Festa Italiana and the Italian Community Center (ICC) launched a relief fund to help collect local donations. | |
Living - April 8, 2009 | |
WELL Spa sprouts deals for spring | |
Timely spring services include a Sunny Swedish Massage, Fresh as a Daisy Facial, Magnolia Manicure, Rosey Toes Pedicure and a Breezy Blow-Out -- all at budget friendly prices meant to increase your well-being while decreasing your expense. | |
Arts & Entertainment - April 7, 2009 | |
"Fashion Revolution" infuses collections with culture | |
In its third year, Milwaukee's "Fashion Revolution" has solidified its place as a people's revolution. Accepted as one of the most culturally influenced shows in Milwaukee, "Fashion Revolution" ups the ante this year with a focus on ethnic and international persuasions shaping the fashion world. | |
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