spring 2012 whna highlighter

The NewsleTTer of The whNA Spring 2012

www.whna.net

INsIDe:VICTorY GArDeNs page 5

eAsTer eGG hUNT – sATUrDAY MArCh 31sT page 6

hArTTer’s BUIlDINGs for sAle page 9

hIGhlANDs CAfé eXPANsIoN page 10

sPrING wesTsIDe ArTwAlK page 17

VoTING – KNow YoUr rIGhTs page 18

McBoB’s CorNeD Beef page 19

The soCIAl swIrl page 20

and more!

PresidentDan Cody 324.6056

Vice-PresidentLarry Kilmer 899.1082

Past PresidentEd Szopinski 254.3898

treasurerAnne DeLeo (Interim) 873.1731

secretaryVivienne Tait (Interim) 442.5444

rePresentatiVesarea 1Jane Konkel 774.3382

area 2Scott Silet 774.0048

area 3Greg Stanford 444.2451Mike Graf 445.1190

area 4Jim Grote 430.0332

area 5Larry Kilmer 899.1082

area 6Dan Cody 324.6056

area 7Nick Bambulas & Sofi Thorne 745.4410

area 8Anita Duschak 732.2177

area 9John AugustyniakMark Drzewiecki 476.1858

at-Large – eVen yearsEd Szopinski 254.3898Geri Miller 774.0701Anne De Leo 873.1731Ruth Fishnick

at-Large – odd yearsKevin Ronnie 732.9932Vivienne Tait 442.5444Jon Rupprecht 476.1947

LiaisonsVLiet st.Heidi Steeno 920.639.1476

north aVe.Chris McRoberts 871.5050

rainbow associationMary McGrath 258.2991

other rePyouthWendy Baker 453.4760

seniorAnita Duschak 732.2177

committeesbLock watchMarty Radocha 933.0393

housing/aPPearanceLarry Kilmer 899.1082

membershiPMary McGrath 258.2991

website (communication)Geri Miller 774.0701

green committeeJoan Janus 476.3606

whNA 2011-2012 board of directors

The Highlighter is a quarterly publication of the Washington Heights Neighborhood Association. Washington Heights includes the area from Highway 41 to N. 60th Street and from W. Vliet Street to W. North Ave. If you have suggestions for articles, send them to:

WHNA Newsletter PO Box 080140

Milwaukee, WI 53208 [email protected]

EditorS Matt O’Neill & Jane Konkel

layout & dESign Nicole Julius

WritErS Jean Anderson Laura BurkeBarb Haig Mary JumesCarol Justin Debbie KnepkeJane Konkel Melissa Musante Matt O’Neill Jon RupprechtCindy Scheuing Ed Szopinski Peter Washington

PhotograPhErSEric Anderson Jane Konkel Amy Rivera Jon Rupprecht Ron Quimby

advErtiSing ManagEr Vic Valdez

nEWSlEttEr diStributionJean & Eric Anderson

CollatorSThanks to all who help us collate the Highlighter. If you would like to help out, please contact Jean Anderson, 414.771.7977 or [email protected] and you will be notified of the next collation date. Area Reps, please be sure to be there to take yours home.

Highlighter online at www.whna.netDo you want the Highlighter emailed to you? Contact [email protected].

froM The PresIDeNTDan Cody, WHNA President

After our “wimpy winter” it isn’t taking much to start catching spring fever! I’ve noticed a few early sprouts popping up through the mud in the past few weeks, and now that spring training is well underway for our NL Central champion Milwaukee Brewers, it won’t be long until my favorite two seasons in the Heights — baseball and spring, in that order — are finally upon us!

Spring is my favorite season in the neighborhood because we collectively shake off the winter and see neighbors and friends who’ve been holed up since the cold weather started months ago. We trade in the snow blowers for lawn mowers and can shoot the breeze with neighbors once again, without fear of frostbite. For those of us with children, the phrase “Go play outside!” is back like an old friend who brings brief periods of sanity.

Spring also offers many opportunities for fun and community involvement throughout the Heights! The “Social Swirl” is a great chance to get reacquainted with old friends and meet new neighbors. The annual Easter egg hunt on March 31st is always fun for the kids no matter what the weather! Whether you need a new bike or just a tune up for your current one, the Bike Blitz at Washington Park this May is for you!

The Earth Day cleanup is a great chance to do your part to keep our neighborhood clean while the Westside Artwalk is an exciting opportunity to support our flourishing art community! Our annual meeting on May 10th is a great way to find out more about what your neighborhood association is doing and ways you can get involved.

There’s something going on nearly every weekend in the Washington Heights neighborhood this spring! Our amazing commitment to local community events is one of the many things that makes our neighborhood so great. I encourage you to take part in some or all of the exciting events organized by your neighbors this spring. I look forward to seeing you at many of them as the weather warms up!

ABout the front coverThe cover photo is cour-tesy of Heights resident Kay Augustine. The shot is one of a series taken when she first heard a fledgling robin cheep-ing, then noticed the papa, worm in mouth, on her garage roof. The shot was taken on a sunny spring day with a Canon Power Shot.

ANNUAl MeeTINGThursday, May 10th, 2011 • 6:00 – 8:30 PM Urban Ecology Center – Washington Park (cars enter from N. 41st St.)6:00 – 7:15 PM• Sample great food from the Heights and Westside restaurants• Browse the Art Bazaar featuring local artists• Browse info displays from committees, nearby neighborhood

groups and others• Area Meetings and Selection of 2012-14 Representatives

(Areas 2, 4, 6, 8 and four At-Large Reps)• Review and discuss a change to by-law 6.3. Changes to the

bylaws must be approved by the membership at the Annual Meeting. Current: “A member who holds any public office may not serve as a Director.” Proposed: “A member who holds or has filed intent to run for any publicly elected office may not serve as a Director.”

7:15 PM• Turn in ballots for Area Rep and bylaw change to the

membership table• General Meeting • State of the Association, Guest Speaker

8:30 PM• Voting Results• End of Meeting

Updates to the agenda will be posted on the website (whna.net), Facebook page (Washington Heights Neighborhood Association) and e-newsletter.

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The Victory Garden Initiatives of WWI and WWII began as a way to support the war effort. People grew their own produce in yards, parks, and other community spaces so that all available resources could go towards the war effort. Community gardening is regaining momentum. The Victory Garden Initiative of 2012 believes in strong local economies, a connection to the life cycle, and good, slow food from garden to plate.

The Victory Garden Initiative coordinates resources and volunteers in an inspiring week of community action to create a better food system. They support the production of healthy, sustainable, and self-sufficient local food supplies. There are several ways you can get involved in this “grassroots” movement.

The easiest way: plant your own victory garden. Consider the following tips for installing a DIY Victory Garden. For more comprehensive list and suggested materials, visit Victory Garden Initiative at VictoryGardenInitiative.org.

Evaluate and choose a site. How about planting the garden in the yard of Washington Heights neighbor who has lost their job or you know someone who’d love to garden but could use some help getting a garden started? Take into account that most vegetables and herbs require at least six hours of sun per day. Also take into account access to water. Finally, locate the garden where it is most likely to be tended. Near the kitchen door or visible from the kitchen sink? All the better!

Recruit friends and neighbors to help. It’s helpful if there is at least one experienced gardener to supervise planting. Consider making the installation a neighborhood event. How about a spring block party, with a garden installation followed by a cook-out or potluck? You can share your own crops at the next block party! Growing food grows community.

Decide what to plant. Soils in urban areas are sometimes contaminated, so raised beds with clean, rich soil are ideal. Good clean soil is most critical for leafy and root crops, and less of a concern for fruiting plants, such as tomatoes, beans, corn, or squash.

Consider adding a compost bin and a rain barrel. Trellises, window boxes, or potato towers are useful and decorative options.

Make a list of materials you will need. Try to use salvaged (re-used) materials as much as possible.

If planting your own DIY garden sounds too ambitious for this season, there are other ways to get in on the gardening groove. You can:

• Volunteer to help install a victory garden during the Great Milwaukee Victory Garden Blitz on Saturday, May 26th, 2012. Bring teenagers. Even scrawny ones can move a lot of dirt.

• Sign up to have a garden installed in your yard. For $150, you can get a 4X8 foot raised bed constructed with untreated lumber and filled with quality soil. This garden will be installed by a team of volunteers in your own yard.

• Ease your hands into the soil, by offering to learn to weed and water for someone while they’re on vacation. It would be good practice for tending your own plot in the future.

• Take a stroll down the west side of 49th street, north of Lloyd to visit the Washington Heights’ Community Garden. Visit several times during the season and witness the awe-inspiring transformation.

Move Grass. Grow food.Victory Gardening is Back, So Dig Inby Jane Konkel

Look what our neighbors started! Photo taken May 2010.

Learn more about this year’s Great Milwaukee Victory Garden Blitz, volunteer to help, or sign up to have a raised bed installed by contacting Jazz Glastra, at [email protected] or call 414.312.8622.


2012 easter egg huntby Cindy Scheuing

The Annual Washington Heights Easter Egg Hunt is right around the corner. It will be held on Saturday, March 31st at 11:30 am. It is a great opportunity to see your neighbors and come out of hibernation after the not-so-snowy winter.

As in past years we will have the Egg Hunt registration the Saturday before the event. Registration will be held at Cold Spoons Gelato on 60th and Vliet streets on Saturday, March 24 from 2:00-4:00 pm. The fees will remain the same at $3 per child for members of the Washington Heights Neighborhood Association, and $5 for non-members. Membership information will be available, so if you would like to become a member or renew your membership you can.

The location of the Easter Egg Hunt will be revealed at the registration. The Hunt will start promptly at 11:30 and only takes a few minutes so don’t be late. Of course the Easter Bunny will be attending the event, so bring your cameras for a snapshot or two. Also, if your child would like to decorate an Easter Bonnet or hat to wear to the event, the Easter Bunny will have a little something extra to put in his/her bag.

We ask that you make every effort to register your child on Saturday, March 24 so we can plan accordingly for the number of children. However, if you are unable to make it, or missed the registration please call Cindy at 405.5990 as soon as possible to make other arrangements.

Volunteers are always welcome and needed, so please call Cindy at 405.5990 if you would like to help with stuffing the eggs, or hiding eggs the day of the event. Hope to see you at the Hunt!

The WHNA extends its warm thanks to our local friends who generously

donated money and resources to help make Spooktacular 2011 a

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Bloom and Groom Coming To washington heightsby Carol Justin of the Green Committee

Calling all gardeners and neighbors! Mark your calendar for Saturday morning, June 2nd. On that day the WHNA Green Committee is bringing the Bloom and Groom Plant Sale and event to our neighborhood. In its second year, Bloom and Groom is a neighborhood event that brings plants and residents together in 16 different neighborhoods around the city.

Sponsored by the Neighborhood Improvement Development Corporation (NIDC) and supported by Lowe’s Home Improvement stores, the event allows neighbors to buy beautiful annual and perennial plants that are supplied by Lowe’s at very significant savings for participating neighborhoods!

The goal of the event is to bring area residents together to share neighborly good cheer and beautify their properties at the same time – perfect event for the Washington Heights community!

We are planning to host our Bloom and Groom event on 49th Street near the WHNA Community Garden. Interested buyers can choose plants from a pre-order/prepay form and pick up their plants on June 2nd. All unsold plants will be available to other buyers on a first come – first served basis.

To place orders, look for specific information in the WHNA e-newsletter, website and Facebook page. Informational posters and preorder/prepay forms will be available throughout the neighborhood at various local businesses. Questions can also be answered by calling Carol Justin (258.3904), Kent Borden (688.2432) or Joan Janus (476.3606).

See you on June 2nd to pick up your plants… or just visit the WHNA garden and enjoy some neighborhood camaraderie!


At 4918 West Vliet, there sits a quirky little storefront emblazoned with a window sign that reads “Glasshouse Creative Commons.” To describe it simply would be to call it an office-share; a few businesses and individuals working separately but under a shared roof, reducing overhead and expense for all involved. Of course, Glasshouse Creative Commons is really anything but simple.

Housed in 550 square feet are two graphic and web design companies, a sports association, a magazine, a start-up skateboard company, and more. It’s a busy place, and at its core are three guys with their fingers in a lot of pots; Dan Glass and brothers Nick and Mike Votto. Glasshouse Creative Commons serves as an incubator for their businesses and varied creative endeavors, and the Washington Heights neighborhood provides the fuel for their creative fires.

Since 2005, Dan Glass has operated his design company, Glasshouse Productions, and the Milwaukee branch of the Midwest Unconventional Sports Association (MUSA), which offers kickball, dodgeball, and other odd sporting competitions and leagues. The Vottos and their design firm, Envy Creative, took up residence at Glasshouse’s Vliet street location in January of 2011.

What seems like an uneasy pairing - two businesses that offer many of the same services – has been nothing but inspirational for the trio. “Moving our operations to Glasshouse was one of the best decisions we’ve ever made,” says Nick Votto. “There’s a certain competitive streak in all creatives, but being constantly surrounded by bright people with strong creative visions has only helped our work increase in quality,” adds Mike.

The atmosphere of collaboration at Glasshouse has led the three to join forces to launch a new skateboard company, Three Face, which hopes to have American-made skate decks featuring the designs of local artists available for purchase this summer.

“We’re always bouncing new ideas off of each other,” says Glass. “Every so often we all get excited about the same one and, before you

Getting Creative Endeavors Flourish at Glasshouse Creative Commons by Peter Washington

know it, it’s gone from idea to reality. It’s a lot of fun.”The varied visuals and interesting mix of businesses in the

community provide an endless source of inspiration for their creative endeavors. A simple walk down the street can help crack a tough logo commission or color palette for a web site. “There is such a crazy mix of looks in this neighborhood. You can walk down Vliet and see modern, retro, eclectic, minimal, vintage -— virtually every visual style under the sun. Sometimes all it takes is a look outside and you can find a color, a typeface, or an organizational method that you can borrow, modify, or straight up steal for whatever you’re working on,” Nick says.

Simply working in the Heights isn’t enough for two of the three forces behind Glasshouse Creative Commons. Dan Glass has lived in the neighborhood for the last thirteen years, and Mike just recently moved into the Washington Heights this past January.

“It goes far beyond just waking up and rolling into work,” Mike concludes, “Once we made the decision to move Envy Creative to the Washington Heights, the neighborhood did the rest to win over my fiancé and me.” Glass adds, “The Heights is an ideal environment for not only my businesses but for my life away from the office.”

ContaCt info for Envy CrEativE:[email protected]@envycreative.net

ContaCt info for MidWEStErn unConvEntional SPortS aSSoCiation: (MuSa)

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ContaCt info for glaSShouSE ProduCtionS:

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Dan Glass, Nick Votto and Mike Votto, hard at work.

These guys don’t throw stones at other businesses.


the Business, the Buildings, the Bakery, the Bidby Jon Rupprecht

Do you know what a BID is and does? In Milwaukee it stands for Business Improvement District. But it’s really more people than district; people concerned about the businesses in a district. And they have money to work with: a portion of city tax revenue from the businesses in a district is made available to a given BID for improvement and promotion of its businesses, properties and district.

In this case we’re talking about the North Avenue “Uptown Crossing” BID, which includes the entire triangle bounded by North Avenue and Lisbon, from 60th Street eastward till they cross at 47th Street. A current focus of the BID’s efforts is the property occupied for many years by Hartter’s Bakery: 5507-5513 W. North Avenue; two separate but connected buildings.

Klaus and Juergen Hartter’s parents began the business in 1965. I contacted Juergen — we attended the same elementary school over 50 years ago and had not been in touch since then — to get some history. At various times there were Hartter’s Bakeries also at Mayfair, Southridge, Bayshore, Brookfield, Hales Corners, and Prospect Avenue. Plus they ventured into the restaurant and cafe business. But it all began at 55th and North Avenue.

After serving as one of Milwaukee’s premier bakeries for 40 years, the brothers closed up shop in 2005. The bakery business is a very challenging enterprise, and changing times combined with a changing

business model to undercut the viability of continued operation. Klaus and Juergen are now in the furniture and real estate business, respectively.

Meanwhile, the Hartter’s Bakery buildings remain empty. I spoke with Gordon Steimle of Ogden & Co., Inc. and with Matt O’Neill, our Highlighter editor, two of the members of the North Avenue BID. Both agree that these buildings comprise a signature property in this district, whose successful development is crucial to the overall health of the area. But Gordon reported that there have been no offers on the property in well over a year.

It has advantages: good, solid buildings with a positive street presence; rental units; exposure to traffic on both North Avenue and 55th Street; plus a wide, shaded sidewalk for outdoor dining in warm weather. Visions include a nice pizzeria or coffee shop or donut shop, but of course the possibilities are open. The BID is offering up to $75,000 in an interest-free loan to help a developer get the buildings back in use. Or, the BID is considering “white boxing” the property: buy it, clear it out, fix it up, and have it ready to go for whatever business is looking for a great opportunity.

The BID is looking for a bid. Who d’ya know wants to buy a building – and build a business? Interested? Contact Gordon Steimle at 414.270.6364 for more information.

This could be a future outdoor café or your dream business – and you could make it happen!


You may have noticed things are a changin’ on the northwest corner of 60th and Vliet That’s because business owners Sandy Murphy and Brett Swider — who also own Cold Spoons Gelato — are knocking down walls to expand the Highlands Café into the adjoining vacant storefront.

The Highlands Café opened more than four years ago, serving Alterra coffee, homemade sandwiches, soups, and salads. The expanded café will have a full kitchen, a new fryer and oven, and 12 new employees.

When we spoke, Sandy and Brett were talking with several chefs who share their vision for the café: preparing simple fresh food from scratch, purchasing locally, and ensuring diners are served classic, affordable Milwaukee fare by a knowledgeable and attentive staff.

The expanded space means an expanded menu like full breakfasts (think granola, compotes, and pancakes), a Friday fish fry, beer, wine, and an array of delightful dinner options.

The expansion also means that the café that now seats eight, will increase seating for up to 50 diners with patio seating for those who enjoy al fresco dining. Some additions to the space include a larger semi-open kitchen, a wheelchair-accessible patio door, two new restrooms

highlands Café expands by Jane Konkel

(the old restroom was demolished to make room for the new kitchen), and artwork from local makers like Nora Walker. Most impressive are the handcrafted tables and the beautiful breakfast counter made by Brett from reclaimed white oak.

Though many customers walk to the Highlands Café, Sandy and Brett are working with Tom Kapusta to provide additional parking at the neighboring gas station.

I’m all for change, but I was happy to hear some things will stay the same. Signature sandwiches like chicken with avocado, pancetta, and garlic aioli will remain on the menu. I can still walk there and meet friends on the patio, or run in and grab a quick coffee or a smoothie and warm, friendly people will still greet me each time I walk through the door.

Brett and Sandy are setting their sights on a March 30th opening — the same day the original Highlands Café opened five years ago.

Happy Annibirthday Highlands Café!

Also made from scratch: Brett’s tabletops.Photo taken on February 14th. Visit the Highlands Café to see how it looks today.

Sandy and daughter Maggie next to the breakfast counter


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why Get Involved with Blockwatch?by Laura Burke

You and your family will be safer. Neighborhood Watch will provide guidance. When you work with

your neighbors in Watch activities, you’ll learn to look out for home bound seniors or latchkey children and, in return, you’ll learn who’s looking out for you.

Help reduce crime. An empty house in a neighborhood where none of the neighbors

know the owner is a prime target for burglary. Neighbors can watch your housewhile you are at work! Throughout the country, dramatic decreases in burglary and related offenses are reported by law enforcement professionals in communities with active Blockwatch programs.

Help fix neighborhood problems.Neighborhood Watch serves as a springboard for efforts that address

our concerns. You can raise issues, and also learn new skills and get experience using them. As an example, you will learn crime prevention skills, including the ability to be the eyes and ears for law enforcement.

We can do it together.There’s a role for everyone in Neighborhood Watch: young children

can pick up litter and take part in safety programs designed just for them; teens can teach younger children how to stay safe; adults can shore up the security in their homes; retirees can operate telephone trees, write articles, and keep an eye out for daytime problems.

You can do it!Feel like you don’t have the time? You don’t have to take on a

leadership role. Offer to make a few phone calls. Write a story for the Highlighter. Show up at community events even if you can’t stay the whole time. Touch base with your neighbors and show that you support the effort. As you go about your daily routines, observe your surroundings. It only takes a moment to notice something suspicious and record and report what you saw. Every effort helps.

Feel like you don’t have the skills? Your Neighborhood Watch can train you or help you get training. Neighborhood Watch is also a good way to practice your skills and learn new ones.

Feel like you’re still a newcomer to the neighborhood? Neighborhood Watch is a wonderful way to get to know your

neighbors and find people who share your interests. Knowing your neighbors also makes it easier to recognize strangers who may not have legitimate business on your street.

You Are Part of the Answer.People like you are what make a Neighborhood Watch program

successful. Your neighbor needs your help and you need your neighbor’s help. The small steps you take now will pay big dividends down the road. Building a spirit of community helps keep all of you safer and more secure. That’s what Neighborhood Watch is all about! For more information, contacct Marty at [email protected] or call 414.933.0393.

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WaShington Park ConCErt SEriES 2012 WEdnESdayS, July 11th – auguSt 29th

No, we’re not asking you to perform at the Washington Park band shell! We just want to know what will it take for you to come out and enjoy music at the park? Do you have an idea for the kind of music you’d like for this concert season? Let your voice be heard. Contact Jeff Baudry at 414.257.4574, or jbaudry@milwcnty .com and let him know the names of bands or music genre’s that interest you.

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On a sunny winter Sunday morning a group of children are gathered around a table at Park Neighborhood Parish, formerly Divine Word Lutheran, on 55th and Lloyd. Teacher Sandy Krause is holding a large rock and printing words on it as children call them out.

Lying. Being mean. “Let’s put that down,” she says and explains to the children that when they don’t do the right thing, it weighs them down. But when they are sorry, Jesus forgives them, and the sins are washed away.

Among those at the table are the Cubillos brothers, 11-year-old Mateo, 7-year-old Joshua, and 3-year-old Santiago. They live on 56th Street with their parents, Sarah Howden and Francisco Cubillos, and go to school in the area – but it’s important to the family to connect to Divine Word. “It’s just so welcoming here,” Sarah says. “They’re really embracing of the kids, and they’re very community-oriented.”

The Howden/Cubillos are like many in the Washington Heights neighborhood who enjoy nearby public schools, or are homeschooled,

sunday school smilesNeighborhood Churches Offer Religious Education for Childrenby Barbara Haig

or go to a religious school that isn’t their faith – and want their children to receive religious education.

All five Christian churches in the neighborhood host programs for young children and teens and always welcome newcomers. Here’s a look at some of the offerings.

Parks Neighborhood Parish, a partnership of Divine Word and Pentecost Lutheran Churches, provides Sunday school on the third Sunday of the month at about 11:15 a.m. immediately after the 10:00 service. A potluck meal is provided, and the students are divided into younger children and teens, according to administrator Elaine Farber. Activities include arts and crafts, Bible study, and religious discussion. Teenagers also are encouraged to attend the Fourth Friday open microphone performance night. From 7-8:30 p.m., anyone can sing, dance, read poetry, or creatively express themselves, under the guidance of musician Abe Caceres. Pre-registration is encouraged.

On Sunday mornings at 10:00, Mount Olive Lutheran is a busy place. It offers Sunday school for children ages three through 6th grade as well as a youth group and Bible study for students in 7th through 12th grade. The 7th and 8th grade students who don’t attend the parish school also prepare for confirmation with an in-depth class on Thursday afternoons. . The church youth group, Christians In Action, volunteers for church and community activities, such as hosting an Easter breakfast and helping at other church functions. In the summer, dozens of children age three through 6th grade attend Vacation Bible School, tentatively set this year for June 25-29, 2012.

Over at St. James Lutheran, Phil Cox is developing a program for young people to become an active part of the congregation through service projects, activities and spiritual development. During a Sunday

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Note: We’d like to share information on non-Christian faith programs in the neighborhood.To share yours, contact Barb at [email protected] or 257.3853


BOULEVARD BASH 2012Plans are under way for the 2012 Boulevard Bash! Mark your calendars for

Saturday, auguSt 25thAre you an artist, crafter or musician? Vendor or own a home-based business?

Now is your chance to meet your neighbors and show off your talents or make some new contacts! Maybe your talents are best used as a volunteer! Sign up to serve food,

manage a WHNA-related booth, assist with setup or tear-down, we’ll find a place for you!For information on how you can reserve a booth or otherwise participate,

contact Jim Grote at 414-430-0332 or [email protected].

morning program at 10:30, students in 5th grade through high school come together to review the Sunday sermon and learn how to apply it to their everyday learning. “It is important to teach our children to live a moral and spiritual life at an early age to have the hope of eternal life and to prepare them to deal with the uncertainties of what life can send their way,” according to administrative assistant Susan Groth.

More than 300 adults and children are enrolled in St. Sebastian Parish’s Generations of Faith program, an intergenerational Catholic program, according to Joan Plumley, director of faith formation. The event is held on the second Sunday morning of the month and the next Monday night. It includes a community meal, table activity and songs, then students go to classes. More traditional religious education classes also are held for youth one other Sunday a month. Parish high school students are involved in Confirmation classes and activities such as service projects, a holiday light recycling drive, and a quarterly movie night. St. Sebs will participate in a collaborative Vacation Bible School June 11-15 at St. Pius X Parish on 76th and Wright.

And at Union Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Christian Education Director Gloria Davis plans a program for youth every Sunday. The Children’s Hour during the 10:30 a.m. service provides time for kids age four through high school to study Bible verses with a reward for participation. “The sooner we can reach them with the word of God, the better people they will be,” Davis says. Union Hill is planning a summer program for children July 23-27 with games, Bible readings and crafts, with a presentation for families on the final day.

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The churches of the Washington Heights (Divine Word & Pentecost,

Mount Olive, St. James, St. Sebastian, and Union Hill) welcome you

to stop by on May 3rd as they open their doors for the National

Day of Prayer. Please contact the churches directly to find out

the times that they are open. Come and join us as we pray for our

nation, our community, and for others.

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going out for the evening? A few tips to help keep you safe.

• Bring only what you need in your handbag or wallet, such as your driver’s license, money, and one credit card.

• Beware of sharing plans on social media sites. You will be publicly alerting others that you are not at home.

• If you plan on drinking, don’t drive! Protect yourself and others by having a designated driver, calling a cab, or taking the bus.

• If driving, park in a well-lit area and check that your windows are rolled up, doors are locked, and valuables are not left in vehicle.

• Be aware of your surroundings, travel with a group or in pairs. • Have a “buddy” who can confirm you got home safely at the end

of the night. • Do not leave drinks unattended. • Don’t forget to eat, and drink water or non-alcoholic beverages in

between alcoholic ones. • Call the police if you see anything illegal or suspicious taking

place.

Personal safetyby Laura Burke

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spring westside Artwalkby Melissa Musante

2012 marks the 11th year for this perennial favorite!Once again Westside galleries and businesses who celebrate art will

be buzzing on Friday night with artists’ receptions. On Saturday the fun continues with guided tours planned, special “Make & Take” events at many venues, and loads of other special arts related activities.

Complete event details including artist info, an activities time table, and route map will be available in the signature green ArtWalk flyer by April 14th at venues around the west side or visit ArtsInMilwaukee.org

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Saturday April 28th from 10am-4pm.


A Big Year for Voters

You’d have to be a hermit not to realize we’ve entered another big voting season both nationally and locally. Cable and local news keeps the presidential race upper-most in our minds, but we will select leaders in important state and local races, too. While this article focuses on the local races and the upcoming spring election on April 2nd, you should mark your calendar for August 14th, the scheduled date for the state primary elections where we will select state senators and assemblymen. While you’re at it, mark your calendar for November 6th, the scheduled date for the General Election.

In the April 2 spring election, we will select the Mayor, City Comptroller, City Attorney, City Treasurer, and Aldermen (Districts 10 and 15 in the Heights). At the county level we will select: Judges (Court of Appeals and Circuit), County Executive, County Comptroller, and Supervisors (Districts 15 and 5 in the Heights).

The Heights is represented by two aldermen and two county supervisors. The 15th Aldermanic District and the 5th Supervisory District correspond closely to our Area 3. The rest of the Heights is located in the 10th Aldermanic and 15th Supervisory Districts.

CNN recently reported that more than 50 million Americans are eligible to vote but don’t. Imagine what would happen to politics and leadership if even 25% of eligible voters actually voted. What a revolution that would be! Earn the right to complain – VOTE!

Better yet, become an informed voter! Today there are so many sources of information available – opinions of friends and family, television and radio news, magazines, newspapers and now more than ever, the internet. Of course, you can tune in and read at home but don’t forget about the library. All of the major news sources, including the Internet, are available to you.

Are You ready To Vote?By Ed Szopinski

Voting is straightforward (just fill in the arrow) but you have to make sure you are registered and can prove who you are on election day in order to receive a ballot. This is no problem for those who haven’t moved lately AND have a current driver’s license. However, if you have moved since the last election or don’t have a valid license, you have work left to do. Read on to learn more.

1. rEgiStErWisconsin law requires every qualified voter to complete or maintain a current voter registration

before voting in an election. You must complete a voter registration application if you are a new Wisconsin voter or your name and/or residential address has changed since you last registered to vote.

You can register at the polls on election day, or earlier: by mail, at any Milwaukee Public Library, or at City Hall.

The registration process requires you to complete a registration form AND provide proof of residence. The proof of residence document must include your name, address and have an account, document or identification number. You can use any of the following as proof of residence:

• Current WI Driver’s license or ID Card • Gas, electric or telephone service statement dated within the past 90 days• Any official ID card issued by a Wisconsin governmental body • Bank statement• Employer ID with photo • Paycheck• Real estate tax bill or receipt for the current or previous year • A check or other document issued by a unit of government• Photo ID issued by a WI university or college that AND a fee payment receipt issued to the

cardholder dated within the previous nine months • A residential lease which is effective for a period includes Election DayYour registration address determines where you vote AND which local candidates appear on your

ballot. Milwaukee residents can find their voting place by calling the election commission (286.3491) or online - http://itmdapps.milwaukee.gov/electedreps/pollingLocation/checkAddress.jspRemember that if you move you will need to reregister with your new address!

2. ShoW Photo id at thE PollSVoters are now required to show a current photo ID such as a Driver’s License or a Wisconsin-issued

ID in order to vote. If you have one of these – bring it with you when you vote.If you don’t have a Wisconsin Driver’s License you can prove who you are with a current and

unexpired:• Wisconsin Department of Transportation-issued ID card* • Identification card issued by a U.S. uniformed service• Passport• Certificate of naturalization (issued within the past two years)• Driving receipt issued by WisDOT.• Identification card receipt issued by WisDOT.• Identification card issued by a federally recognized Indian tribe in Wisconsin• Identification card issued by a Wisconsin-accredited university or college that contains the

following: -- Date of Issuance -- Signature of Student -- Expiration date not later than two years after date of issuance

*Wisconsin law requires the Department of Transportation to provide free ID cards to any individual who will be at least 18 years of age on the date of the next election and who request a free ID for the purpose of voting.


To get a Wisconsin Voter ID card you will have to show proof of:

Name and Date of Birth: Original Birth Certificate, Passport, Driver’s License, Certificate Of Naturalization, Military ID

Identity: Valid Driver’s License, Military discharge papers, Government or Military dependent card, certified copy of marriage certificate or divorce judgment, social security card

Wisconsin Residency: Pay stub, utility bill, bank statement, insurance policy, legal Presence Questions about registration and identification are best directed

to the City of Milwaukee Election Commission (286-3491) or by visiting the Election Commission website - http://city.milwaukee .gov/election. m

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Sometimes, it seems like Vliet Street gets all the love.Don’t forget about our fulsome bounty to the north – North Avenue.

And please don’t forget about the Heights’ longest-running, chart-topping success story: McBob’s, the place where great corned beef comes to be served. Anointed the “Critic’s Choice” in both the Shepherd Express and Milwaukee Magazine, the corned beef is a local star.

As a service to the neighborhood, I took my three girls to dinner at McBob’s on a chilly Tuesday night shortly before St. Patrick’s Day. I told them we were going to review the food, and they dutifully brought a notebook and a case full of pencils.

We were seated in the back, near the fireplace, a Guinness mirror, a hurling team photo, and a 1699 Notice about a new law regulating the sale of ale and stout. Our server bore resemblance to Axl Rose but was friendly and good with the kids. He served the kiddie cocktails with style. In the reviewer’s notebook, Audrey wrote down “polite.”

The older girls ordered corned beef sandwiches – with the bread on the side, so they could focus on the grand prize. Daphne, the soon-to-be three-year-old, ordered chicken tenders. I opted for the tenderloin sandwich.

McBob’s: simply the Bestby Matt O’Neill

While waiting, I escorted my littlest sweetie to the bathroom, and was delighted to find it was clean, roomy, and (like the rest of the restaurant) full of interesting signs and placards.

When the corned beef arrived, the girls leapt in, mesmerized. Sylvie immediately grabbed the reviewing journal and noted: “This is the best corned beef in the entire world.” High praise indeed, from a selective eight-year-old future fashion star. Audrey, the 10-year-old budding actress, carefully considered her sandwich as she ate, concluding when finished that the light rye bread is a winner. After one large chicken tender, Daphne slid over to my lap and asked me to make her a small corned beef sandwich. She demanded golden mustard, and soon declared her small sandwich to be a complete success.

Meanwhile, the tenderloin sandwich was perfectly done. I ordered it medium and it was exactly that, and the fried onions and mushrooms balanced the meal. A smooth, silky pint of Guinness made it all the better.

Finally, the bill: less than $40 for four meals, three Shirley Temples, and one Guinness! I can’t imagine a better deal anywhere in the city.

And if all that wasn’t enough, the next morning I cooked up some potatoes and added the leftover corned beef, treating the family to the world’s greatest gift: corned beef hash. Oh McBob’s, you bring the love back to North Avenue.

Audrey approves of the polite service and dreamy rye bread.

Sylvie writes her glowing critique in the reviewer’s notebook

Daphne works on her Shirley Temple


reCIPe CorNerRoasted Veggie MedleySpring is in the air—think fresh vegetables! Try this super easy veggie medley in the oven, or wrap in foil and take it to the grill! 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil3 medium carrots cut into 1-1/2 ½inch thick circles1 ½ cups brussel sprouts, halved4 cups red potatoes, cut into 1-1/2 inch thick slices3 medium parsnips, cut into 1-1/2 inch thick slices**1 cup sweet potatoes cut into 1-1/2 inch thick slices3 cloves minced garlic½3/4 sliced onion or sliced shallot1 tbsp each oregano and rosemary1 tsp each thyme and basil3/4½ tsp salt1 tbsp black pepper

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Pour oil on 11 x 17 baking sheet plan. Season the vegetables, place on pan, and toss to evenly coat the vegetables with seasoning and oil. Spread vegetables evenly on the baking sheet, place on middle rack of oven. Bake 35-40 minutes, checking as you go.

** What’s a parsnip you ask? Shape and taste similar to a sweet carrot but they’re white.

Nurture, Nature, Knowledge

Hi! My name is Cathi McArthur and I operate a childcare in the lower unit of our duplex. In order to provide quality one-on-one attention I only care for up to four children at one time. Since I do many pre-kindergarten activities, the ages I accept are eighteen months and older. I have several years’ experience in the Day Care field and have also been a Nanny for families in the Milwaukee area. I’ve completed training in Childcare I, II, Family Day Care, and CPR for infants and toddlers. I love helping children use their imagination, build their confidence, explore nature and instill a love of learning and reading books. I’m also the proud Auntie of three nieces and three nephews! Please call to set up an appointment to visit my unique Childcare Center. We’re conveniently located eight blocks from Wauwatosa on Lloyd Street near the Highway 41 freeway entrance.

Auntie Cathi’s Childcare 2046 N. 52nd St

Milwaukee, WI 53208 (414) 258-9885


Did you know…by Debbie KnepkeYou can sample a fantastic selection of reds and whites with your neighbors at the third annual Wine Tasting Event Saturday, April 14th from 6:00-9:00pm. See you at Samara Garden & Home, 5211 W. North Avenue.

While you wait for the reopening of the outdoor Green Market at the Washington Park Senior Center, you can shop indoors at the Milwaukee County Winter Farmers’ Market at State Fair Park. Offerings include hard ciders, Greek pastries, organic caramels, frozen enchiladas, from-scratch pastas, meats (elk to pheasant) and more. Open Saturdays from 8am to noon through April 14th.

Originally, milk needed to be delivered to houses daily since the lack of good refrigeration meant it would quickly spoil. Older houses often had a “milk chute” built into an outside wall: a small cabinet with a door on the outside for the milkman to place the milk bottles, and a door on the inside for a resident to retrieve the bottles. Thus the milkman could deliver the milk without entering the home, and the resident could retrieve the milk without going outside.

People still recall decades-old laundry-chute adventures: yelling messages through chutes, eavesdropping on basement conversations, passing notes on strings, occasionally even pet drops. These same folks, now grown up, try to keep their own youngsters — and pets — from doing the same thing.

The Martin Drive Neighborhood in 1906 was home to the White City Amusement Park, with a rollercoaster, chutes, and dancing pavilion among other attractions. It only survived a few seasons. The park’s entrance was constructed in what had been a cornfield across from the 15-year-old Washington Park and Zoo.

In 1852, Allen and Margaret Breed granted a 66-foot strip of land to the Milwaukee and Wauwatosa Plank Road Company to construct a road. Vliet Street was born.

You can join Milwaukee Artist Resource Network for only $35! MARN’s headquarters and gallery are located at 5407 W. Vliet St.

The Spring Westside Artwalk is April 27th and 28th. Don’t forget to visit wonderful Westside businesses.

Jan Kelly, the owner and chef at Meritage, has been named a semifinalist for 2012 James Beard Foundation Awards, in the “Best Chef: Midwest” category.

As one of your neighborhood realtors, I am often asked about the housing market in our area. As a resident, I want to see home values remain stable, and, hopefully, appreciate. Things are looking up.

Upon submission of this article, as posted in the MLS (Multiple Listing Service), there are currently 58 properties on the market in the Washington Heights; 33 single family homes and 18 duplexes. Only nine of these are “short sale” situations or foreclosures: four multi-families and three commercial properties.

We’ve already had more properties go to closing this year than last year at this time, which is further indication of market stabilization.

Overall, Washington Heights has weathered the popping of the real estate bubble rather well. We still have a wide range of property options from the “dirt cheap needs just about everything” to the “willing to pay the price just because it’s that lovely.”

If you are considering a move, you should consult with a real estate professional so that you know what your options are.

There are still many choices to consider and you should really have a full understanding of those choices before you decide what will work best for you.

The state of real estate in the washington heightsby Mary Jumes, CRS

In Memory Of…The Heights lost a good friend earlier this year when Rosemary

Isleb passed away. Rosemary was the very first senior representative to serve on the WHNA Board of Directors. She was a lovely person, with a sharp wit and a keen interest in the world and her own neighborhood.


Our current system of food transportation and distribution requires enormous amounts of energy and resources? Before reaching your table, the average food item will travel 1,300 miles! Only about 10% of the fossil fuel energy used in the food system is used for production. The other 90% goes into packaging, transportation, and marketing.

If these stats concern you or if you simply want to eat better, then perhaps it’s time to get fresh. The Vliet Street Community Green Market located at the Washington Park Senior Center (4420 West Vliet Street) will open on Sunday, June 17th and will be open each Sunday through October 14th.

Shopping at the Vliet Street Community Green Market helps our local economy and guarantees the tastiest produce, often picked just hours before the market opens. So you know it’s fresh! But there’s more than produce and flowers at the Market, local artists have a variety of hand-made items available for purchase, plus musicians and performers share their talents each week. So it’s a nice place to hang out midday on Sunday.

The Vliet Street Community Green Market is good for producers, consumers, the environment, our community and local economy. Just look at a few of the benefits:

ProduCErS and vEndorS• The Market cuts out the middleperson allowing better returns for

producers, vendors, and makers through direct selling and regular cash flow.

• For small-scale producers, who are unable to produce the quantity required by supermarkets, the regular Vliet Street Community Green Market helps their businesses succeed.

• Transportation and packaging requirements are fewer so production costs are reduced. They can then pass the savings onto those of us purchasing their produce and hand-made products.

let’s Get freshVliet Street Community Green Market 2012by Jane Konkel

ConSuMErS• The Vliet Street Community Green Market provides direct

contact and feedback between customers and producers, so you can learn how your vegetables are grown, or how your honey, soap, or jewelry is made.

• The Market helps improve diet and nutrition by providing access to affordable fresh food.

• The folks at the Market play an important role in educating us as to the production and origin of our food. I love that they provide information and inspiration on how to cook and prepare fresh ingredients.

• Original artworks and cool crafty items are made by our neighbors and available weekly.

• The Market is the perfect venue for hearing live local music.

thE EnvironMEnt• Shopping at The Vliet Street Community Green Market helps

reduce food miles; vehicle pollution, noise, and fossil fuels.• Fresh food from the Green Market helps us reduce packaging.

thE CoMMunity & loCal EConoMy• The Vliet Street Community Green Market encourages social

interaction between the neighbors surrounding Washington Park. It’s a great place to exchange recipes.


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• The Market stimulates local economic development by increasing employment and encouraging consumers to support local artists, musicians, and businesses. This ultimately keeps more money within our community.

The open-air, volunteer-run market — now in its fourth year — will feature locally grown produce, delicious food, artisan crafts, demonstrations, and local entertainment. The community market is made possible with the generous cooperation of local area farmers and businesses, Milwaukee County Parks, the Hmong American Friendship Association, Washington Park Senior Center, Neighborhoods United for Washington Park (NUWP), the City of Milwaukee, the Neighborhood Improvement Development Corporation (NIDC), the Healthy Neighborhoods Initiative, Washington Heights and Martin Drive Neighborhood Associations, Washington Park Partners, and neighbors like you.

It’s not too late to get involved. Aside from shopping at the Market, volunteers are also needed to help the Market’s continued success. If you are interested in becoming a vendor (Non-produce vendors and prepared food vendors are welcome) or performing or seeing how you can help, please contact Bess Earl at 414.344.1818, or [email protected]. You can visit The Vliet Street Community Green Market Facebook page for updates.

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