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WAMI announces people's choice nominees for April 14 show
The power-pop band Yipes!, guitarist Daryl Stuermer and singer-songwriter pat mAcdonald, formerly of Timbuk3, will be inducted into the Wisconsin Area Music Industry Hall of Fame.
The three 2013 inductees will be honored during the WAMI Awards Show at 7 p.m. April 14 at Turner Hall Ballroom, 1040 N. 4th St. Tickets are $24.99 for adults, $15 for students, available at the Pabst and Riverside box offices, (414) 286-3663 and pabsttheater.org. »Read Full Article(1)
Milwaukee Ballet will perform 'Giselle,' 'Don Quixote'
For the Milwaukee Ballet's 2014-'15 season, artistic director Michael Pink plans to give his audience plenty of familiar things — classical dancing, story-based programs, live orchestral accompaniment — and one big surprise.
In lieu of a Spring Series program next season, Pink will remount his production of "Giselle," which he staged here in 2004. That means four of the ballet's five programs next season will be full-length story ballets. »Read Full Article
Take note of Mike Benign Compulsion and Jaems Murphy's Vedic Eden
Sometimes, a studio album doesn't serve as a fair representation of what a band sounds like in concert.
But with Milwaukee band the Mike Benign Compulsion, the power pop translates seamlessly to the live show. You can see for yourself at jsonline.com/soundcheck; the band recently dropped by the Journal Sentinel studios to perform a couple songs off its new album "Here's How It Works." »Read Full Article
'Grand Budapest Hotel' director Wes Anderson visits Ten Chimneys in Genesee Depot
Director Wes Anderson visited Ten Chimneys, the former estate of Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontaine in Genesee Depot, following a recent screening of Anderson's new film "The Grand Budapest Hotel" in Chicago.
According to a posting on the Ten Chimneys website, he was accompanied by Roman Coppola, with whom he co-wrote the artfully fluent "Moonrise Kingdom." »Read Full Blog Post
Madison band PHOX signs deal with Partisan Records
Madison-based band PHOX will be performing at South by Southwest in Austin, Texas next week as the latest act to be signed to the Partisan Records roster.
The whimsical pop rock sextet, profiled last month as one of the Wisconsin Bands to Watch by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, announced the record deal on its Facebook page Thursday. The indie label is home to Heartless Bastards, buzz band Eagulls, Sylvan Esso (with Wisconsin native Nick Sanborn) and Milwaukee-based Field Report. »Read Full Article
Timothy Hutton cast in Mequon native John Ridley's ABC series
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Timothy Hutton will star in "American Crime," the new series Mequon native John Ridley is creating for ABC. The series is being written, directed and produced by Ridley, who Sunday won an Oscar for his "12 Years a Slave" screenplay.
The series is about a group of people involved in a racially charged trial. According to the story: »Read Full Blog Post(1)
Hank the Brewers dog's 'days as a stray are over'
There's something about Hank the Brewers dog. Readers love him.
But they can't have him. Hank has a forever home. »Read Full Article(20)
'300: Rise of an Empire' delivers the hack-and-slash goods
This March, "300: Rise of an Empire" comes in like a lion, beating out the year's previous ancient-world blockbusters like lambs to the slaughter.
Ever since "300" racked up more than $450 million worldwide on a budget scrawnier than a Greek warrior's leather Speedo, the spring cinematic dumping ground has become the Spartans' stamping ground. »Read Full Article
Fish fries at Milwaukee-area churches, nonprofit groups
Fish fry is such a tradition here that it's served not only in restaurants and neighborhood taps; diners hungry for crisp fried fish can find it in churches and at other nonprofit organizations, particularly during Lent.
Many of the following serve baked fish and other entrées in addition to a traditional fish fry; one church even conducts a fish boil, like the ones in Door County. »Read Full Article(1)
Sour brews soar in Wisconsin as beer drinkers develop a taste for tart
Beer columnist John Holl, author of "The American Craft Beer Cookbook," thinks sour beers would be even more popular than they are — and they are through-the-roof popular — if it weren't for the sour part of the name.
He compares it to asking your little brother to smell the milk to see if it's spoiled. No one wants that invitation. »Read Full Article(3)
This week's concerts
7 p.m. Sunday, BMO Harris Bradley Center, 1001 N. 4th St. $19.50 to $89.50 at the box office, (800) 745-3000 and ticketmaster.com. »Read Full Article
'Gloria' offers rich look at loneliness, love and aging
Coming of age can happen at any age. You are never too old to grow into who you will become.
In "Gloria" — this year's foreign-language Oscar contender from Chile — a long-divorced fiftysomething woman looks for love in the wrong places, the bars and nightclubs where she will drink too much, dance the night away and do so alone if she can't find a partner. »Read Full Article
Milwaukee movies off the grid: March 7-13
A look at movies showing at alternative venues around Milwaukee:
UWM Union Theatre
"It Felt Like Love," a drama about a girl overeager for love. 7 p.m. Friday, 9 p.m. Saturday and 7 p.m. Sunday. $5, free for UWM students. »Read Full Article
Watch Cedarburg native Josh Thompson's new video
Josh Thompson, Cedarburg's own country music star, is preparing for the April 1 release of his sophomore album, "Turn It Up," by unveiling the new music video for that disc's first single, "Cold Beer With Your Name On It."
The song, which was first released this past August, already cracked the country radio top 40 and quickly became a live favorite during his summer shows. The new album comes four years after Thompson released his debut, "Way Out Here." A record label shakeup in the mean time found Thompson landing a home at Toby Keith's Show Dog-Universal Music as he began work on the new disc - an effort that finds Thompson co-writing nine of the 10 tracks. »Read Full Blog Post
Tony Bennett to play Milwaukee's Riverside Theater June 6
On Aug. 3, singing legend Tony Bennett will turn 88.
But two months before he does, the 17-time Grammy winner will be making a stop at the Riverside Theater June 6, with daughter Antonia Bennett as his special guest. »Read Full Article
Countdown to Spring: 15 days
It's the first Thursday of the month, which means free admission at the Milwaukee Art Museum from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. If you're able to stop by around noon, you can enjoy a live performance by the Milwaukee Mandolin Orchestra.
Over at the UWM Union Theatre, the documentary film "Ladies Out" makes its debut. Made by filmmaker Lois Bielefeld, the documentary looks at what it's like to be a lesbian in Milwaukee by focusing on a group of gay women over 40 who get together monthly to catch up and dance. The free screening begins at 7 p.m. »Read Full Blog Post
Singles Scorecard: Hear new songs from Pitbull, Phillip Phillips and Coldplay
Phillip Phillips, pictured here opening for John Mayer at Summerfest last July, again blatantly mimics Mumford & Sons with his new single "Raging Fire." Journal Sentinel photo by Mark Felix. »Read Full Blog Post


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By Erika, Pure Matters
I'm currently 18 weeks pregnant and I'd probably give myself a B-minus for healthy eating so far. I could've been healthier but I think I deserve some bonus points for making an effort to consume fruits and vegetables at times when I just wanted to curl up in bed and hibernate between runs to the porcelain Goddess. I've also been extra careful about not eating all those things on that long list of no-no's that my doctor gave to me. And I take my prenatal vitamins every day -- that counts for something, right?
You're probably wondering why you should listen to me about eating healthy while pregnant. Shouldn't you be listening to someone with an A-plus average? Well, I happen to be a research junkie and, as usual, I've consumed a LOT of pregnancy books, magazine articles, and information from trustworthy healthcare organizations. So, even if I'm not following the perfect eating plan, the information I'm passing along is from truly trustworthy sources.
The best motivation to eat healthy is the little guy or gal growing inside you. We want to give them the best chance at living long, healthy lives and that starts in the womb. When I'm craving something greasy and fried or sticky sweet, I think about the fact that my baby will also be ingesting this greasy, sugary item. When I stop to think about that, I often end up reaching for the salad, veggies, or fruit. Of course, there are the times that I do give in to the cravings, and it's okay to do that once in a while. After all, at least ice cream helps me meet my calcium quota!
Your second best motivation is YOU. The better you eat, the better you'll feel. I proved this to myself after a work-related trip where I said yes to WAY too many desserts and then endured a sleepless night of stomach cramps and severe nausea. Whether or not the desserts were purely to blame, I decided to take it easy on the sweets going forward and I haven't had another night quite that bad. Being pregnant already has the potential to cause us various discomforts including nausea, exhaustion, dizziness, backaches, and headaches (should I go on?), so we really need to do our best to eat food that will help our bodies stay as strong and healthy as possible during this time.
My favorite pregnancy related book is called Nine Months In, Nine Months Out, a reference guide written by expert moms. It talks about boosting your body's healing capabilities by eating foods that contain certain vitamins and nutrients that help us prego gals keep the nausea at bay and increase energy while maintaining a calm mind. As a general rule, they recommend including the following in your daily diet during pregnancy:
- Three to five servings of fresh fruits and vegetables
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Every pregnancy is different; however, we should all strive to get the basic nutrients we need to make our little ones as healthy as possible. If you find yourself lacking motivation, just remind yourself of the baby you're carrying and the fact that you'll feel better the next day if you choose the right foods for your body. And, like I mentioned before, it's okay to treat yourself to something not-so-healthy (within reason, NOT something on the no-no list, like raw fish) once in a while, just try to keep it balanced overall. And, of course, try to enjoy what you're eating while pregnant, even the fruits and veggies. Mini-you will appreciate that too.
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Published On: Nov 06 2012 04:15:25 PM CST Updated On: Nov 07 2016 01:00:00 AM CST
Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid die in Bolivia, Marie Curie wins her second Nobel Prize, FDR wins an unprecedented fourth term, Steve McQueen dies, and Magic Johnson announces he is HIV-positive, all on this day.
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Profit, Not Just Principle, Has Tech Firms Concerned With NSA
Along with the privacy advocates and the national security establishment, there is another set of players with strong views on NSA surveillance programs: U.S. tech companies.
Google and five other companies weighed in on the surveillance debate last month, sending a letter to members of the Senate Judiciary Committee, supporting legislation to reform National Security Agency surveillance programs.
Their intervention was in part prompted by the news that the NSA had apparently managed to penetrate some of their data centers in Europe. The companies had previously given the NSA access to some of their users' data in the United States under court order, but the interception in Europe was done without their knowledge.
"The companies now are seeing something that they didn't see before," says Robert Boorstin, formerly the policy director at Google. "The intelligence agencies are hacking into them."
The companies' concerns, however, are as much about profits as principles. They now have business interests at stake.
"There's no question that we've reached the point where the tech companies are being threatened financially and commercially by what's happened with the NSA," Boorstin says.
U.S. tech companies, including Google, are doing more business overseas, and customers in some of those markets are saying the American firms' associations with NSA surveillance activities will cost the companies some of that business.
At greatest risk are the U.S. companies' prospects in the delivery of cloud computing services, such as Google's Gmail or Amazon's web hosting. Foreign customers of those services have to trust the U.S. companies with their data, and several governments are considering measures that would restrict tech firms in their overseas operations.
"We're seeing a number of countries saying, 'U.S. companies are not wanted or potentially not allowed [here],' " says Daniel Castro, a senior analyst who has followed the cloud computing industry for the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation. "Or [the U.S. companies] are going to have a higher cost of doing business than domestic firms."
In August, Castro released a report suggesting that U.S. tech firms faced revenue losses of $22 billion to $35 billion over the next three years, and that was before the revelations about NSA snooping on data centers in Europe. "I would say that is a minimum rather than a maximum, because that was looking very specifically at cloud computing and taking a rather low-end estimate based on initial data," he says.
Cloud computing is among the fastest growing parts of the technology industry, and it ranks high in the expansion plans of U.S. tech firms. But the risk to U.S. companies is across the entire tech sector.
"The revelations will be potentially devastating," Castro says.
Last week, Cisco, which manufactures computer network equipment, announced disappointing results for the third quarter. Company executives said the NSA surveillance controversy was in part to blame.
The immediate danger is that other governments will now erect trade barriers that will make it harder for U.S. firms to engage in the export of digital services.
"I think this is going to happen in a big way in the coming negotiations between the Americans and the Europeans over a trade bloc," says Joel Brenner, an attorney specializing in data protection issues and a former NSA inspector general. "It's going to involve some hard bargaining over privacy rules. That's where we're going to begin to see it."
Negotiations over the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership are set to resume in late November and continue into December.
Anne Neuberger, director of the NSA's Commercial Solutions Center and the agency's principal liaison with tech companies, says "of course" her agency is concerned about the impact of the NSA surveillance controversy on U.S. firms, but she hopes that global discontent will be reduced as more information comes out about what the U.S. government requires of its companies in comparison to what other countries require.
"Before anyone makes a decision to stop using the services of U.S. communications companies, we'd strongly encourage them to take a look at the lawful intercept regimes of various countries around the world," Neuberger says. "I know you will find that U.S. law provides some of the strongest protections for the privacy of users."
But Neuberger acknowledges that it has been "challenging" to work with U.S. tech companies in the aftermath of the leaks about surveillance by former NSA contractor Edward Snowden. Asked if she has faced any angry tech executives in her meetings with the companies, she says, "I'll give you two guesses."
In any case, the NSA is not promising to stop intercepting the data held by U.S. technology, a capability the agency has argued is essential in order to track terrorist communications.
"The American government is not going to ask permission of a private actor to do something it has the right to do and the power to do," says Brenner, the former NSA inspector general.
The NSA certainly has the power to gather the data it wants. And unless U.S. laws change, it appears it has a legal right to do so, no matter the commercial consequences for the firms it works with.
It's MORNING EDITION, from NPR News. I'm Steve Inskeep.
And I'm Renee Montagne. While the debate over the National Security Agency's surveillance operations is mostly about balancing privacy and security concerns, U.S. tech companies have also started weighing in about their own issues. Some of them say they're suffering commercially as a result of the NSA revelations. NPR's Tom Gjelten has more.
TOM GJELTEN, BYLINE: The nation's telephone companies have been largely silent on the surveillance controversy. U.S. tech companies, by contrast, have been outspoken. They lately endorsed legislation that would force changes in NSA surveillance programs. Maybe it's their different histories. Robert Boorstin, a former policy director at Google, notes that the telephone industry, for years, has been highly regulated by the government. To him, it's looked like when the government says jump, the telephone companies say, how high?
ROBERT BOORSTIN: The Internet companies are a new breed, and they're not used to people poking around in their business. So, instead of saying how high should we jump, they say why should we jump?
GJELTEN: At first, the answer was simple: Google and other tech companies were ordered to give the NSA access to some of their data. So they did. But some data interceptions in Europe were apparently carried out without the companies' knowledge. And Robert Boorstin says that's what's gotten them so upset.
BOORSTIN: The tech companies now are seeing something that they didn't see before, which is that the intelligence agencies are hacking into them. That doesn't leave a good taste in anyone's mouth, and it could sour the relationship between Silicon Valley and the intelligence community.
GJELTEN: This isn't just a matter of principle. It now appears that Google and other tech companies are going to suffer financially as a result of their association with NSA surveillance. Those companies do a lot of business in Europe and Asia and elsewhere, and there's now a big danger that anger over the surveillance disclosures mean those companies will lose some of that overseas business.
DANIEL CASTRO: The revelations will be potentially devastating to the U.S. tech industry.
GJELTEN: Daniel Castro is a senior analyst at the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation. His latest estimate is that U.S. tech companies could lose $35 billion in revenue over the next three years. The biggest risk, he says, is to those companies' cloud computing services - Google's Gmail or Amazon's Web hosting, for example. Those businesses are all about data storage, and Castro says foreign customers may no longer trust American companies to store their data.
CASTRO: Right now, we're seeing a number of countries saying, you know, U.S. companies are not wanted, potentially not allowed, or they're going to have a higher cost of doing business than domestic firms.
GJELTEN: Last week, CISCO, which manufactures computer network equipment, announced disappointing results for the third quarter. Company executives said the surveillance controversy was, in part, to blame. Joel Brenner, an attorney specializing in data protection issues and a former NSA inspector general, predicts that the controversy over whether U.S. companies will have fair access to the data storage business will be the subject of international bargaining.
JOEL BRENNER: I think this is going to happen in a big way in the coming negotiations between the Americans and the Europeans for a trade bloc. That's where we're going to begin to see it.
GJELTEN: NSA leaders, for their part, say they recognize the surveillance controversy has put U.S. tech companies in commercial trouble. Anne Neuberger has the job at the NSA of working with tech executives. Asked if she's had to deal with any angry executives, she says: I'll give you two guesses. But she argues that the U.S. government is hardly the only country in the world to demand access to companies' data.
ANNE NEUBERGER: Before anyone makes a decision to stop using the services of U.S. communications companies, I strongly encourage them to take a look at the lawful intercept regimes of various countries around the world.
GJELTEN: Neuberger's hope is that more information about what the NSA requires of U.S. companies operating overseas compared to what other governments require might alleviate international concerns about dealing with Google or Yahoo or other American firms.
NEUBERGER: And I think you'll find - I know you'll find that U.S. law provides some of the strongest protections for the privacy of users.
GJELTEN: The NSA is not promising to stop intercepting the data held by tech companies. As long as that capability is necessary for counterterrorism purposes, that won't change, says Joel Brenner.
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Just like adults, it's important for kids to get in a daily workout. Here are some suggestions for exercises that will benefit your child, and ones that they might actually enjoy doing.
Aerobic exercises for kids
Getting an aerobic workout – especially for kids -- doesn't have to be boring, or even feel like a workout.
Here are some aerobic activities that kids might enjoy doing:
- Dancing
- Skateboarding or inline skating
- Running
- Playing games such as tag
- Jumping rope
- Riding a bike
- Tennis
- Swimming
- Team sports like soccer, basketball and hockey
- Gymnastics
- Hiking
- Walking the dog
- Skipping
Strength-building exercises for kids
Kids need to balance their workouts between aerobic and strength-building activities. Strength exercises should help build muscles and bones. Kids don't need to hit the weight room to increase their strength. Exercises like these will help give them the strong bones and muscles they need.
- Push-ups
- Sit-ups
- Rock climbing, or even climbing a tree
- Playing games like tug-of-war or hopscotch
- Sports like gymnastics can build strength


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The NCAA tournament is looming and your co-workers or friends want you to enter their bracket pool. However, you haven't watched a single NCAA men's basketball game all season and you can't tell the difference between a Blue Devil and a Sun Devil.
No worries -- you don't need to be a basketball genius to enter a bracket in a pool.
After all, there are more than 9 quintillion ways to fill out a bracket (9,223,372,036,854,775,808 possibilities, to be exact) and that's not including the "First Four" play-in games, in which case that number climbs to more than 147 quintillion.
In other words, if you nail a perfect bracket, you may want to start playing the lottery as well.
Whether you're in it to win it or just playing for fun, we've got some tips to ensure your bracket is a solid contender this -- or any other -- year.
No. 5: Stick with highest seeds
It might not be the most entertaining -- nor the riskiest -- way to fill out an NCAA bracket, but simply picking the top seeds to win each game gets the job done and will at least save you from embarrassing yourself.
Top seeds not only don't lose in the first round, they also tend to stick around longer. Historically speaking, No. 1 seeds have an 86 percent chance of winning at least two games before heading home.
Remember that, and the fact that last year the four No. 16 seeds were blown out by an average of more than 28 points, before you get cute and pick that first-round upset.
Things aren't much brighter one seed up the bracket ladder, with No. 15 teams posting a 4-100 record in the first round since 1985. And of those four Cinderellas, none of them were able to win another tourney game.
No. 4: Choose your upsets carefully
Don't take our warnings about No. 15 and No. 16 seeds to mean you should avoid picking upsets all together.
While it can be tricky to predict Cinderellas, if you want to spice up your bracket be sure to select a few games that notoriously produce an underdog winner.
The most likely games to result in upsets tend to be the Nos. 5-12, 6-11 and 7-10 matchups. Looking at historical numbers (No. 10 seeds are 19-23 in the second round while No. 7 teams are 17-45), it especially makes sense to target a No. 10 seed to not only pull a first-round upset, but also to send a No. 2 packing on its way to the Sweet 16.
When it comes to No. 8 vs. No. 9 games, they are statistically a coin flip. So simply focus on picking the better team. However, if your league offers bonus points for picking the lower seed to win, a smart move might be to simply pick all No. 9 seeds.
No. 3: When in doubt, go with tradition
If you really can't decide which team will win a matchup, go with the more storied squad. In the NCAA tournament, teams with experience tend to be annual contenders, so going with a school such as Duke, North Carolina or Connecticut can be a wise pick.
Tradition also can be used to identify conferences that are particularly strong in the tourney. For instance, a team from the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) has made the Final Four in 22 of the past 28 tournaments, including the 2010 champion Duke Blue Devils.
Those same storied teams also tend to be the ones who get the No. 1 pick. When you're narrowing your Final Four choices, keep that in mind.
While only once has all four No. 1 seeds made it to the Final Four (in 2008 with Kansas, North Carolina, Memphis and UCLA), at least one top seed has made the Final Four in every year except for 1980, 2006 and 2011.
No. 2: Consider the body of work
While it can be tempting to latch on to the "hot team" that came out of nowhere to win its conference tournament, you may want to reconsider before inking them into your bracket's Final Four.
Sure, last year saw three of the Final Four teams win their conference tournaments. But, over the past 10 years, only 20 of the 40 Final Four teams were conference-tournament champions. In fact, over the past decade, more than 60 percent of the league-tournament champions from the power conferences have lost by the NCAA region semifinals.
The numbers are much more solid when you look at regular season conference champions. Since the expansion to 64 teams in 1985, the national champion has won its regular-season conference title 19 times in 27 years.
Basketball pundits have often theorized that a long conference tournament run may actually hurt contenders, wearing them down before the NCAA tournament begins. Looking at those numbers, there may be something to the theory.


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Il Mito East to open at former site of Osteria
Chef Michael Feker will open a second Italian restaurant, called Il Mito East, in the Knickerbocker Hotel early next year.
That space, at 1028 E. Juneau Ave., was the site of the fine-dining Italian restaurant Osteria del Mondo for 16 years, until its closing in April 2011. »Read Full Blog Post(1)
24 hours: 3 things for your Milwaukee weekend to-do list
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The 61st National Saengerfest, which has a history in Milwaukee going back to 1886, brings together German and Austrian singing societies from around the country for a concert at the Milwaukee Theatre. The concert is part of a three-day event that draws more than 1,500 singers to the city that made gemütlichkeit famous. »Read Full Article
Lakefront Festival of Art awards announced
Every year a jury of art experts looks through work by scores of artists showcased at the Lakefront Festival of Art and selects ten that are particularly exceptional. This year four of those ten, selected from a field of more than 180 artists from across the country, are from Wisconsin. The winners are awarded $1,000 each. This year's winners are:
Violent Femmes open Big Gig after 3 decades of rock, fame and strife
Percussionist Victor DeLorenzo used two totally different adjectives to describe being part of one of Milwaukee's all-time most successful bands, the Violent Femmes.
"It's something that has made me very happy and it has made me very sad over the course of 30 years," he said. »Read Full Article(2)
Paula Deen posts apology for racial slurs on YouTube
TV chef Paula Deen issued an apology via YouTube Friday, several days after news surfaced that the Food Network star had admitted under questioning in a discrimination lawsuit that she had used racial slurs in the past.
"I want to apologize to everybody for the wrong that I've done," she says in the brief video. "...Inappropriate, hurtful language is totally, totally unacceptable.... i've made plenty of mistakes along the way, but I beg you, my children, my team, my fans, my partners — I beg for your forgiveness. Please forgive, for the mistakes that I've made." »Read Full Article(59)
All you need to know to get to the Big Gig
The basics
Marcus Amphitheater: Summerfest box office hours during the fest are 10 a.m. until the headliner starts; also (800) 735-3000 or ticketmaster.com. The Eagles show July 7 is sold out. »Read Full Article
Zipline, paddleboats among other new attractions at Summerfest
If inviting hundreds of thousands of people to enjoy more than a dozen stages of entertainment wasn't enough for the world's largest music festival, Summerfest has decided to extend its festivities into — and above — Lake Michigan this year.
Say hello to one of the fest's newest additions: paddleboats. From noon to 7 p.m. daily, parties of four can propel themselves through the lagoon near the boat dock on the north end of grounds for 30 minutes for just 8 bucks. »Read Full Article
New vendors, new treats get playful at Summerfest
Pizza cones and cupcakes you eat like a push pop. Mom was wrong when she said you shouldn't play with your food. It's encouraged at Summerfest.
■Solo Pizza, 2856 N. Oakland Ave., introduces the Pizza Cone: pizza you can eat with one hand. "Picture a pizza crust shaped like an ice cream cone" with the sauce, cheese and sausage or pepperoni inside, said Eric Heinritz, Summerfest's director of food and beverages. Price is TBA; look for Solo at the south end of the grounds near the amphitheater. »Read Full Article
Summerfest's Arts & Crafts Market has plenty of new retailers and items for sale
Check out Summerfest's Arts & Crafts Market on the lakefront path, and you'll find a man who turns vintage silver flatware into jewelry, and another man who fashions watches out of exotic sustainable woods and recycled materials.
In yet another Summerfest booth, Art Almano, located in Market Square in the center of the grounds, sells arts and crafts made exclusively by African-American men from Wisconsin. The products include decorative insects upcycled from junkyard metals to quilts, paintings and books. Shoppers also can watch teens paint rain barrels, which will be for sale. »Read Full Article
Two Milwaukee designers will compete on 'Project Runway'
Two Milwaukee designers will be contestants on cable show "Project Runway."
Milwaukee fiber and fashion artist Timothy Westbrook and Miranda Kay Levy, an Army veteran whose clothing designs are influenced by her military service, will compete on the reality program hosted by model Heidi Klum. »Read Full Blog Post(2)
'Wicked' performers to stage AIDS benefit show
Cast members from the national touring company of "Wicked" will stage a benefit show for AIDS-related nonprofits Monday evening at the Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway.
During the "Witches' Night Off" show, performers will sing and dance some of their non-"Wicked" material in the Cabot Theatre. These benefit shows have become a "Wicked" tour tradition. »Read Full Article
The contributors call it: Your weekend art plans
Once again, we're usuing that old-fashioned device -- the telephone -- and asking the Art City contributors to call in their suggestions for seeing art and architecture this weekend.
Anna-Marie Opgenorth to leave Historic Milwaukee
Anna-Marie Opgenorth, who has been executive director of Historic Milwaukee for about six years, will leave her post at the end of August.
During her tenure, the group transformed from a somewhat sleepy preservation organization to one with major public events, such as Doors Open Milwaukee and "Remarkable Milwaukee," and one that was more visible during public policy debates, such as those over the city's preservation ordinance and the controversial Marriott Hotel project. »Read Full Blog Post
More new food trucks: YellowBellies, Beef-E's, Fry Bread N Things
New food trucks and carts are popping up like summertime flowers this year; at least three more are due on Milwaukee streets, one of which is launching today.
YellowBellies »Read Full Blog Post
On Tap for Today: Celebrating summer solstice, baseball, music, beer and cheese
Can you really say "thank goodness it's Friday" too often?
No, no you can't. You can only say it just enough. »Read Full Blog Post(1)


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Sandler and friends reunite for lazy, unfunny sequel
Despite being lambasted by critics, 2010's "Grown Ups" was an enormous hit, grossing $162 million domestically and another $109 million worldwide. It stands to reason that "Grown Ups 2" will do just as well — even though it's made for home viewing when you're flipping channels late at night and nothing else is on.
Once again, producer/co-writer/star Adam Sandler decided to gather all his friends and hang out for a few months — and get a major studio to pay for their get-together. Sometimes you wonder if they even knew (or cared) that cameras were rolling. »Read Full Article(4)
Exclusive Video: LEAGUES performs 'Spotlight' before tonight's Club Garibaldi concert
Nashville, Tenn., indie rock band LEAGUES stopped by the Tap Milwaukee studio to perform "Spotlight" before playing live tonight at Club Garibaldi. "Spotlight" comes off of LEAGUES' debut album, "You Belong Here," which dropped in January.
Watch LEAGUES' performance for Tap Pre-Show: »Read Full Blog Post
Oktoberfest, yoga and a walking ghost tour
Take two minutes to check out what's happening in and around the greatest city on earth this weekend. »Read Full Blog Post
Website lets you call random members of Congress, yell at them
Frustrated by the government shutdown? Feeling powerless and disgusted?
Well have a drink and go to a website called Drunk Dial Congress which will help you "call a random member of Congress" in order to "yell at them." »Read Full Blog Post(2)
Milwaukee Repertory Theater goes big with 'Ragtime'
The musical "Ragtime" tells a big American story; in its current production, the Milwaukee Repertory Theater is telling that story in a big way.
It's the largest musical ever staged by the Rep, with 35 actors, eight musicians, seven crew members, four wardrobe specialists and two stage managers making the magic happen each night. It includes large automated set pieces and a battery-powered replica Model T that an actor drives onstage. »Read Full Article(1)
Milwaukee Chamber Theater's 'Waiting,' MAM After Dark party; the Retzer Howl-O-Ween
Wait no more
Not everything comes to those who wait, or, at least not till waiting seems to be all they do. A couple find themselves in that situation in Kimberly Megna Yarnall's play "Waiting." This couple's quest for a child isn't as easy as the pair — who sometimes eat out of cans because it's quicker — expected. The Milwaukee Chamber Theatre will give a reading of the Madison-based playwright's show at 7:30 p.m. Monday in the Skylight Bar & Bistro, on the second floor of the Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway. Tickets are "pay-what-you-can" for this performance which is part of the Montgomery Davis Play Development Series. »Read Full Article
The Farm/Art DTour in Reedsburg ends after this weekend
First, some context. I went to the Worm Farm's Fermentation Fest's Farm/Art DTour 2013 with four generations of my spouse's family: his 92 year old grandmother, his parents, and their three small dogs followed in one car, while my partner Brian, my step-children, and I led in the other. »Read Full Blog Post
Fond du Lac graduate part of 'Captain Phillips' movie crew
A Fond du Lac High School graduate who serves in the U.S. Navy was part of the crew that helped with the filming of "Captain Phillips," a movie starring Tom Hanks as a captain whose ship is captured by Somali pirates.
Rick Stansbury was part of a U.S. Navy pirate-fighting team and now is an aviation electrician's mate stationed in Florida, according to The Fond du Lac Reporter. »Read Full Article
The contributors respond to big, regional surveys
By some coincidence, there are a number of surveys of regional artists on view just now. There is the once-every-three-years Wisconsin Triennial up at the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art, the third edition of the Haggerty Museum of Art's "Current Tendencies" show and, of course, the annual Nohl Exhibition which is on view at Inova.
The Art City contributors weighed in on the Haggerty show, here and here, as did I. »Read Full Blog Post
On Tap for Today: Tom Hanks, dancing and Black Violin among the choices
Show of hands over who is excited that it's Friday.
Welcome to the weekend, unanimous. »Read Full Blog Post


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Avalon Theatre looks to future with auction of vintage gear
Bay View residents may be having dinner and a movie flanked by gaudy vaudeville architecture and twinkling lights on the ceiling of the historic Avalon Theatre by Thanksgiving, said Lee Barczak, the Avalon's owner, at a news conference Friday.
An online auction of vintage theater items this week, including a wall-sized hand-painted Spanish mural and original seating from the theater's vaudeville days, is paving the way for $2 million in renovations, Barczak said. The renovations will transform the space, which at one time had a seating permit for up to 2,300 people, into two modern theaters with 240 and 80 seats, respectively, and in-theater dinner and bar service, while leaving vaudevillian facades of the original Avalon intact. Renovations could start in a month and a half after bids are finalized and awarded. A rendering could be ready in two months. »Read Full Article(8)
Jim James fills Pabst Theater with magic
Jim James went three for three in Milwaukee Friday night.
His psychedelic Southern rock band My Morning Jacket's 2011 show at the Riverside was one of most exhiliarating that year, and last year's BMO Harris Pavilion show also made my top concerts list for 2012. »Read Full Article(1)
He's My Brother She's My Sister frontman Rob Kolar tells Tap what he's listening to
He's My Brother She's My Sister frontman Rob Kolar (the gentleman in the top hat) is listening to the new Foxygen album right now. Photo courtesy of Big Hassle Publicity. »Read Full Blog Post
Road decoration funds flagged
Madison - Republican lawmakers are making a move to end a state Department of Transportation program that funnels up to $15 million a year into murals, landscaping, stamped concrete and other aesthetic features to ensure community buy-in for road and bridge projects.
The GOP lawmakers are also targeting for elimination plans to install color-changing decorative lights on Milwaukee's Hoan Bridge. They say money for such projects should go toward roads. »Read Full Article(186)
Media coverage of Boston manhunt both gripping and monotonous
Friday's breaking-news coverage of the manhunt for the Boston Marathon bombers had the sprawl of an action film, the tension of spy novel and the anything-can-happen uncertainty of live television.
It was both gripping spectacle and a monotonous exercise in network and cable news obfuscation. It had rampant speculation, erroneous and contradictory on-scene reporting, and comments from family members and acquaintances in lieu of actual developments. »Read Full Blog Post(6)
Portabella Pizzeria opens in Port Washington
Portabella Pizzeria & Restaurant in Port Washington is in its third week of serving sandwiches, pastas and other entrées as well as pizzas.
Owner Izzo Jonuzi said he hopes to add 15 tables outside for summer to supplement the 55 seats inside at Portabella, at 218 E. Washington St. »Read Full Blog Post(1)
Watch new online live performance from Kacey Musgraves
After releasing "Same Trailer Different Park," a strong early contender for the best Country album of the year, last month, Kacey Musgraves has made her way across the media landscape with radio interviews, high-profile TV spots and an impressive stop at the Grand Ole Opry.
One of her media stops was a live performance for AOL Sessions that is now available for on-demand viewing. The five song set - watch it in the embedded playlist below - captures the refreshing real-life songwriting and musical creativity that marks her debut album. (You can read my review of "Same Trailer Different Park" here.) »Read Full Blog Post
Redford's domestic terrorist drama partially set in Milwaukee
The extensive search for the Boston Marathon bombers Friday make events in Robert Redford's new film "The Company You Keep," partially set in Milwaukee, look archaic.
Redford, who directed, also stars as a former member of a group of domestic terrorists sought by the FBI. They are former Vietnam War radicals involved in a bank robbery and murder of a security guard. »Read Full Blog Post
Networks pre-empt shows in deference to Boston bombing
At least two networks are canceling regular series episodes judged inappropriate in light of events in Boston.
NBC has canceled Thursday's episode of its lurid serial killer series "Hannibal" because it features a plot involving child killing. It will substitute another episode. »Read Full Blog Post
MSO's Frank Almond lets Stradivarius tell its story on recording
If only antiques could speak, what stories they might tell.
Violinist Frank Almond, concertmaster of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, has found a way to let a remarkable violin tell its own history through his recently released recording, "A Violin's Life," accompanied by pianist William Wolfram on the Avie label. »Read Full Article
'A Bat in the Belfry,' 'The Perfect Ghost,' 'The Good Cop' all worthy efforts
"In spring," wrote the poet Alfred Tennyson, "a young man's fancy turns lightly to thoughts of love." Hah! He obviously never experienced spring in Wisconsin and he certainly never watched water seeping into his ruddy basement, which is why my first pick this month is Sarah Graves' "A Bat in the Belfry" (Bantam, $26), the latest in her stylishly suspenseful Home Repair Is Homicide series.
Living in a 19th-century house that needs more "maintenance than your average space shuttle," Graves' main character, Jacobia "Jake" Tiptree, and Ellie White, her "unofficial sleuthing" partner, are doing their best to keep their lives drama-free. But as a "gullywhumper" of a storm thrashes Eastport, Maine, the two are forced to get involved when a childhood friend of Jake's son, Sam, becomes the main suspect in the murder of a teenager who, on a bet, climbed into the 200-year-old belfry where she met her death. As "the wind yowl(s) a banshee chorus," and a dangerous tide rises, Sam goes missing and the investigation crashes onto Jake's doorstep. »Read Full Article
Punk singer finds her voice as playwright
When the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Peck School of the Arts wanted someone to write a play for its Avant Garde Coffeehouse Project, someone who could listen to the folk and blues music of the '60s, read the articles and the oral histories, look at the historical photos, digest and distill all that source material and fashion a drama that could capture the spirit of those times in a way that matters now, the school turned to the most logical person:
A 23-year-old punk-rock singer emblazoned with tattoos. »Read Full Article
'Spike Heels' a pointed riff on 'Pygmalion'
Late in the first act of Theresa Rebeck's "Spike Heels" - now being staged by Smithereen Productions, under Rebecca Segal's direction - two men in a Boston apartment are vehemently arguing about whether one of them should be dating the woman living upstairs. Both men are oblivious to the woman herself, who is standing in the hall, knocking and waiting to be let in.
That vignette tells you a lot about what's going on in this play, in which the guys' ostensible focus on women is always really more about themselves - and their fractious relationship with each other. »Read Full Article
Author Tayari Jones to speak at luncheon
Tayari Jones, author of the provocative novel "Silver Sparrow," will speak at the Delta Memorial Endowment Fund's annual literary luncheon April 27.
"Silver Sparrow," her third novel, chronicles two African-American families in Atlanta that are connected by a bigamist father. In his 2011 review of the novel for the Journal Sentinel, Mike Fischer wrote that Jones' women "are all drawn well, from the sisters and their mothers to minor characters such as the sisters' dying grandmother and Gwen's wisecracking friend, Willie Mae. The exchanges between mothers and daughters are often moving and always ring true." »Read Full Article
A bag of books for the Book Bags
Congratulations to the Book Bags, a Milwaukee book club that's won a basket of books from the Journal Sentinel in connection with Food Editor Nancy Stohs' fabulous package of stories on what and how book clubs eat at their get-togethers. »Read Full Blog Post
Openers, on-sale date confirmed for Blake Shelton show at BMO Harris Bradley Center
Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. April 26 for country star Blake Shelton's Sept. 13 show at the BMO Harris Bradley Center, promoter Live Nation announced Friday morning.
Shelton's latest album, "Based on a True Story . . . ," is No. 4 on the Billboard 200 album chart. Shelton's also been busy with his other job - as one of the judge-mentors on NBC's singing-competition show "The Voice.". »Read Full Article
24 hours: More stuff to do in Milwaukee this weekend
5 p.m. Friday
Check out the Urban Ecology Center's new Menomonee Valley home at a free Earth Day celebration sponsored by the Great Waters Group of Sierra Club. There'll be music by the Notre Dame Middle School girls' choir, refreshments and more. »Read Full Article
Twisted Willow restaurant due in mid-May in Port Washington
Twisted Willow, a restaurant that will grow some of its produce this summer on an area farm, is projected to open in mid-May in Port Washington.
It will open at 308 N. Franklin St., the former site of Wind Rose Wine & Martini Bar. »Read Full Blog Post
Ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro to play Pabst Theater Nov. 7
Jake Shimabukuro, the ukulele master who's helped make the old-timey instrument buzzworthy again, will perform at the Pabst Theater at 8 p.m. Nov. 7.
A native of Hawaii, Shimabukuro first gained attention - and a huge Web following - with a YouTube video of him performing "While My Guitar Gently Weeps." After scoring a world-music hit with 2011's "Peace, Love, Ukulele," he released "Grand Ukulele," an album recorded with a full orchestra and produced by legendary producer Alan Parsons, last fall. »Read Full Article
Hospitality at Divino is family style
Going to the Italian restaurant Divino Wine & Dine on the east side is a little like walking into an embrace.
I mean that figuratively - mostly. The Italian restaurant feels warm, and so does the reception from the staff, some of whom have honed their hospitality skills over decades in the business. »Read Full Article(3)
On Tap Today: Gallery Night styles
Underground. Abstract. Impressionist. Old Guard.
The Gallery Night & Day styles are limited only by the artists' imagination. So take some time to plan out your Gallery Night & Day stops with Mary Louise Schumacher's guide to Milwaukee's quarterly art crawl. »Read Full Blog Post
Jay Leno to do 2 shows at Potawatomi Bingo Casino Aug. 22
Soon-to-be-ousted "Tonight Show" host Jay Leno will be at Potawatomi Bingo Casino's Northern Lights Theater in August for a pair of stand-up comedy shows.
The successor to Johnny Carson and host of NBC's "Tonight" for 22 years - aside from the infamous seven-month fiasco in 2009 and 2010 when he hosted a poorly received prime-time variety hour - Leno has been in the news a lot lately since reports surfaced that he would be replaced by "Late Night" host Jimmy Fallon. A ratings spike for "Tonight" and several monologue jokes at NBC's expense ensued; network executives confirmed this month Leno will leave "Tonight" next spring. »Read Full Article(2)


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By Laura Ramos, Pure Matters
Some doctors believe what you eat could affect your rheumatoid arthritis. Take meat and gluten, for starters. Gluten is a protein found in foods such as wheat, rye and barley. In one study in the journal Arthritis Research & Therapy, a diet without meat and gluten helped reduce inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis. The diet also improved cholesterol levels, which can affect heart health in people with this condition.
Most experts say it's too soon to know if eating a certain way could reduce symptoms. Even though studies don't favor a specific special diet, eating healthy can help you stay in shape and maybe even feel better.
Tips for Healthy Eating
To eat right with rheumatoid arthritis:
- Go fish for your protein. Fish high in omega-3 fatty acids may help reduce inflammation in the body. Salmon, tuna, herring and mackerel are all high in omega-3s. And some studies have found that people who take fish oilsupplements need less arthritis medicine.
- Sip some green tea. Early research suggests that substances called polyphenols in green tea may help control inflammation and prevent joint damage caused by rheumatoid arthritis.
- Avoid excess alcohol, which can cause problems if taken with some medicines for rheumatoid arthritis.
Pain-Free Cooking
What if painful joints make preparing food difficult? Try cooking in bigger batches, so you can reheat a meal the next day. Use utensils with padded handles, which are easier to grip. Or look for crock-pot recipes that are simple and only take one pot.
For more tips on healthy eating with rheumatoid arthritis, visit the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Web site at www.niams.nih.gov.
Source: http://resources.purematters.com/healthy-body/joint-tissue-health/nutrition-to-help-ease-rheumatoid-arthritis


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Tough luxe. Motorcycle details mix with soft ruffles cascading down the front of an incredibly supple leather jacket. A pearlized neutral gives it luster, and soft goldtone zipper pulls sparkle with crystals. Shell: 100% Leather. Lining: 100% Polyester. Professional leather clean only. Imported.
- Princess-seamed contour shape.
- Stitched-down lapel; Open-V neckline. Zip front with cutaway hem. Top-stitched saddle shoulders and seamed peplum in back. Zip sleeves.
- Fully lined. Signature coat chain.
- Hits at the upper hip (24" from shoulder in front; 22.25" in back).
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Legacy Modern Bootcut Pant
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Tailored essential in four-season gabardine with extended tab closure, button-through slant pockets and welt back pockets. The premium fabric has a refined appearance, and is ultra-comfortable, washable and wrinkle-resistant. 63% Polyester, 32% Viscose, 5% Elastane. Machine wash, cold; line dry. Or dry clean. Imported.
- Our universal fit. Eased through the hip and thigh, sits just below the waist with a modern bootcut leg.
- Front zip. Extended tab has a double-bar closure and anchor button. Hip darts in back. Hematite-finish buttons.
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- Inseams: regular 33", short 30.5", long 35".
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According to "Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery," the medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), progress has been made so that one day plastic surgeons may be able to use a patient's own tissues during reconstructive surgery.
According to the ASPS, over the past decade researchers have developed several gene therapy techniques to grow skin, bone and other tissues to be used in reconstructive surgery.
Using gene therapy can help surgeons solve the problem of not having enough tissue to help correct a designated area the patient wants altered, according to the ASPS. For example, according to the ASPS, patients with large burns on their bodies often need more healthy tissue to treat the areas.
The ASPS says while progress has been made in gene therapy, there is still a gap to cover to make the move from the research lab to the operating room.


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5 closest U.S. presidential elections
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Here are five of the closest presidential races in U.S. history since 1840 as compiled by Yahoo!.
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Ty Dillon Celebrates Earth Day with DRIVE4COPD
April 22, 2013
WELCOME, N.C. (April 22, 2013) – Ty Dillon and DRIVE4COPD have teamed up to support NASCAR's RACE TO GREEN™ platform in honor of this year's Earth Day; which is today. DRIVE4COPD pledged to donate five trees for every lap Dillon leads in the month of April.
During the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race at Kansas Speedway this past weekend, Dillon paced the field for a total of 11 laps during the 167-lap affair. With 11 laps led, the Richard Childress Racing driver helped DRIVE4COPD donate 55 trees to the 2013 NASCAR Green campaign.
"This is a really great cause that we are supporting," Dillon said. "It's an honor to take part in the largest recycling and tree planting program in sports. I'm glad we could partner with DRIVE4COPD to donate 55 trees after this past weekend. It's a great feeling to know we're helping make a difference."
NASCAR RACE TO GREEN™ rallies fans, industry and partners around sustainable behavior through a massive call-to-action to pledge trees that will be planted across the country as well as in a number of areas recently devastated by natural disasters. Since its inception in 2008, NASCAR Green has become one of the most powerful environmental awareness platforms in the country. Through an industry-wide effort, NASCAR has the largest renewable energy stadium projects in the world.
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Before getting a vaccination for yourself or your child, there are certain questions you might want to ask your doctor to clear up any concerns. Here are some possible questions you might want to ask your physician.
What are the possible side effects? It's a good idea to know what to watch for after getting a vaccination so you know if you or your child is experiencing a severe reaction.
What should I do if I or my child suffers a severe reaction from the vaccine? Ask your doctor what qualifies as a severe reaction and what steps you should take if a severe reaction does occur.
Do I need a booster? Check with your doctor to see if you just need one vaccination or if you need to return for a series of boosters against the disease.
What new vaccines do I or my child need? Check with your doctor if there are any newer vaccinations available that you or your child has not received yet.
Should I request a thimerosal-free flu shot for my child? There is strong evidence that there is no connection between thimerosal and autism, however, thimerosal-free flu shots are available upon request.
How do I know when I am due for vaccinations? Ask your doctor if the clinic sends any reminders for when vaccinations are due, or if you can access your charts online to keep yourself on schedule.


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The average cost for a Headlamp Bulb Replacement is between $44 and $59. Labor costs are estimated between $26 and $34 while parts are priced between $18 and $25. Get a personalized estimate based on your location and specific car. Estimate does not include taxes and fees.
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Floral Smooth Stretch Cotton Short
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Spring's floral print puts these shorts in the pink. Tailored in smooth stretch cotton with notched front pocket accented with a rhinestone rivet. 97% Cotton, 3% Spandex. Machine wash, cold; line dry. Or dry clean. Imported.
- Sits below the waist.
- Contoured waistband; belt loops. Two-button closure with zip and inside anchor button. Back hip darts. Welt back pockets.
- Satin-bound waistband facing.
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Think of it as the healthy aging equivalent of "Let's Make a Deal."
What exactly would you do to get those extra couple years of living hidden behind door No. 2?
Would you be willing to sleep in more to add another two years? Maybe floss more often in exchange for another year of living? How about having sex more often to extend your life expectancy? Is that something you might be interested in?
As the Baby Boom generation ages and our society in general gets older, there has been a greater focus on not only living longer lives, but also living healthier lives longer. As CNN health chief Sanjay Gupta says in his book "Chasing Life," nobody wants to die tomorrow, but nobody wants to live forever either.
While improving your health may seem like a lot of work, especially if those New Year's resolutions already seem like distant memories, there are some simple ways to extend your life and make it a better one in the process.
Quit Smoking: +4 to 8 Years
According to a Cambridge University study of more than 22,000 people, if you cut out the cigarettes, you could add four to five years to your life.
But that benefit could go up depending on your age. A study in the American Journal of Public Health found that female smokers who quit by the age 35 could extend their lifespan by 6.1 to 7.7 years.
However, even those who are 65 and older can add years to their life by quitting.
"What's unique about this study is that it gives some hope even to 65-year-olds who smoke," said Donald Taylor Jr., PhD, at Duke University in Durham, N.C. "A man would add between 1.4 and 2 years to his life. That's a tangible benefit you can get even late in life from stopping smoking."
And that doesn't count all the time you'll get back once you stop sneaking outside for those regular smoke breaks.
Cut Out Fast Food: +4 Years
Just about everything that associated with fast food -- name it: the fat, the cholesterol and the pounds -- is bad for you.
One of the keys to living a long, healthy life is cutting down your calorie intake. Just ask Leonard P. Guarente, a professor of biology at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Guarente, who's spent years researching issues surrounding aging, tested out a low-calorie diet on mice, leading to conclusions that could just as easily benefit humans.
"The diet is not only making them live longer, it's mitigating diseases of aging," he said. Basically, mice on a calorie-restricted diet don't get sick.
Think about that the next time you're jonsing for a burger and fries around lunchtime.
Get Moving: +2 to 4 Years
Even a little bit of exercise is better than none. Remember that Cambridge Study that showed the benefit of quitting smoking? It also said that a moderate increase in exercise is worth three years of added life. That means about an hour a day for people with office jobs or just 30 minutes a day if your job keeps you more active.
Walking alone can add three years to your life as it cuts down on stress, can lower your cholesterol and help you reach a healthier weight.
Running is even better. Dutch and Australian researchers found that women who run for 30 minutes, five days a week can live two to four years longer and live one to three more years free of heart disease.
Shed Those Pounds: +3 to 4 Years
This one probably goes without saying, but deserves restating after recent research from the National Cancer Institute showed that being overweight can increase the risk of death by 20 to 40 percent.
Other research has linked being obese to high cholesterol, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke. Researchers at the University of Alabama discovered that maintaining a body-mass index of 25 to 35, which is considered overweight to obese, can shorten your life by up to three years.
And Dr. Robert Butler, president of the nonprofit International Longevity Center - USA, an affiliate of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York, goes even further. Butler says that obesity alone can shed up to four years off your life.
Floss Your Pearly Whites: +6 Years
It's amazing that something so simple could add so many years onto your life. It's also amazing that so few people apparently take advantage of this benefit.
According to studies done by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, only 5 to 10 percent of Americans are regular flossers. That's important because those same studies showed common gum problems such as gingivitis and peridontitis lead to a 23 to 46 percent higher rate of death.
Gum tissues are common sites for inflammation, which can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke. Flossing regularly is vital because it removes the bacteria that cause that inflammation.
"Poor oral hygiene and particularly increased tooth loss are important indicators of your health," said Dr. Michael R. Roizen in his book "RealAge" when talking about the CDC study. "The fewer teeth you have, the greater your risk of gum infections."
Take A Break From Work: +2 Years
All work and no play makes .... well, you know how the saying goes.
It doesn't matter if your escape from work is as simple as starting up a new hobby in your spare time or as grand as taking more vacations. Either has great benefits for your health and your longevity.
Hobbies, whether it's knitting, gardening, woodworking, scrap-booking, coin collecting or photography, helps cut down on stress levels and brings a sense of accomplishment. The effect of hobbies is especially important after retiring, notes psychologist Michael Brickey, author of the anti-aging book "Defy Aging."
Vacations provide a similar benefit. According to the Framingham Heart Study, women who took vacations every six years or less were eight times more likely to develop heart disease or have a heart attack than those who vacationed twice a year.
Another study of men showed that those who didn't take at least one vacation were 21 percent more likely to die -- and 32 percent more likely to die of a heart attack.
Flex Your Brain: +2 Years