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Family Weekend Roundup: March 6-7, 2010


Published March 4, 2010 at 3:07 p.m.


The weather is warming up a bit, which just might motivate you to take the family somewhere extra special this weekend. How about the zoo, a chili cook-off or a secret garden?

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State Fair announces two more headliners


Published March 1, 2010 at 4:01 a.m.


Country star and "American Idol" winner Jordin Sparks and a laser-light show, set to the music of Michael Jackson, are the two latest acts named to play State Fair's Potawatomi Bingo Casino Main Stage.

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State Fair announces two more headliners


Published March 1, 2010 at 4:01 a.m.


"American Idol" winner Jordin Sparks and a laser-light show, set to the music of Michael Jackson, are the two latest acts named to play State Fair's Potawatomi Bingo Casino Main Stage.

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Kid-friendly Milwaukee restaurants: 2010


Published Feb. 14, 2010 at 3:13 p.m.


Sure, kids love chowing out of boxes at the golden arches, but Milwaukee is filled with many other easy, affordable restaurants just waiting to clean the food, sugar packets and forgotten small toys from under your table.

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Family Weekend Roundup: Jan. 30-31, 2010


Published Jan. 28, 2010 at 3:04 p.m.


If robot, chili or model trains at The Domes sound like fun, you're in for an exciting Milwaukee weekend. It's all happening, this weekend, in Brew City. So rally the fam and make some memories!

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"Yo Gabba Gabba!" tour to stop in Brew City


Published Jan. 28, 2010 at 10:58 a.m.


"Yo Gabba Gabba! Live! There's A Party In My City" -- based on the popular kids' show "Yo Gabba Gabba!" -- hits the road for a multi-city tour and will stop at Milwaukee's Riverside Theater on Sunday, March 14 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.

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"Yo Gabba Gabba!" tour to stop in Brew City


Published Jan. 28, 2010 at 10:58 a.m.


"Yo Gabba Gabba! Live! There's A Party In My City" -- based on the popular kids' show "Yo Gabba Gabba!" -- hits the road for a multi-city tour and will stop at Milwaukee's Riverside Theater on Sunday, March 14 at 2 and 5 p.m.

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Grab your sled


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Published Jan. 17, 2010 at 9:15 p.m.

Come for the sledding, stay for the hot chocolate and popcorn. It's Winter Festival time at the Polish Center of Wisconsin, which means you're invited to celebrate with outdoor activities (weather permitting) from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday ...

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Adult bookstore closes; another might open


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Published Jan. 1, 2010 at 11:46 p.m.

Cupid's Toys, which once went to the state Supreme Court to fight government regulation of its business, has shut down - but a new adult bookstore is poised to take its place ...

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Salvation Army still seeking donated toys


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Published Dec. 20, 2009 at 6:36 p.m.

The Salvation Army is running short of toys to hand out and is seeking donations. Monday is the last day for distribution of toys to needy children.There's a critical need for toys for boys and girls ages 8 to 12 as well as infants. Maj. Jesse G. Collins, Salvation Army Milwaukee County Commander, said a record 15,344 children were registered to receive toys this holiday season.Toy donations may be dropped off at the Salvation Army Toy Shop, 5880 N. 60th St., on Monday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30

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