Articles tagged with 'thanksgiving'

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There are no holidays in sports

Published Dec. 25, 2012

In sports, there are no holidays. Games and practices are often scheduled on the days many athletes and their families would like to spend together. It's all part of the job.

Give thanks for these five solid Thanksgiving movies

Published Nov. 22, 2012

Every now and then, a Thanksgiving movie squeezes through all the Christmas films and makes its way into theaters. Here are five Thanksgiving-themed movies that are certainly worthy of giving thanks (and a Netflix rental).

Wisconsin's athletes share what they're thankful for

Published Nov. 22, 2012

As you get together with family and friends for some turkey and cranberries, members of the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Bucks, Milwaukee Wave and Milwaukee Admirals step up to tell you what they're thankful for.

What I'm thankful for in Milwaukee

Published Nov. 22, 2012

There's a lot about this city to love. Here are just a few Milwaukee things, large and small, that make me grateful.

Taking the time to say "thanks"

Published Nov. 22, 2012

Thanksgiving is a time when most columnists write about all the things they are thankful for and what we should all be thankful for. I am going to switch it up a bit this year and nominate people and institutions that ought to be thankful for me.

Cherishing Thanksgiving: Chefs on food and family

Published Nov. 21, 2012

Whether you augment your stuffing with oysters or trade your traditional turkey for Cornish hens, everyone has their own recipes for making Thanksgiving Day special, including Milwaukee chefs, whose Turkey Day celebrations aren't so different from yours or mine.

Milwaukee thankful

Published Nov. 21, 2012

I love Thanksgiving. I love the food, the family, the time off from work and the football. But I also love that it's a time of year to give thanks.

A twist on the traditional turkey day

Published Nov. 20, 2012

I've changed the way I celebrate Thanksgiving based on what's happened over the past two years - and I'm at peace with it.

Black Friday deals, steals and promotions

Published Nov. 19, 2012

There aren't many shopping excursions as chaotic - or even downright dangerous - as Black Friday. Whether you'll be waiting in line at midnight (or earlier) or shopping online from the comfort of your home, here's the scoop on Milwaukee's Black Friday deals.

Thanksgiving libations: A primer for your holiday table

Published Nov. 19, 2012

Around this time of the year, food publications are full of advice about how to cook your turkey, make the perfect side dishes and wow your guests with the hippest new recipe for pumpkin pie. But, which libation should the savvy food-lover serve?

Turkeys: fresh or frozen?

Published Nov. 22, 2011

Dave Begel needs your input on turkeys. Do like 'em fresh or frozen? Or walking around?

Hunger Task Force announces "Turkey Ticker Challenge"

Published Oct. 26, 2011

The holiday season is quickly approaching and once again, Hunger Task Force is trying to help families have a happy and filling Thanksgiving by putting together meals for those struggling to make ends meet.

Milwaukeeans make the best of holiday estrangement

Published Dec. 6, 2010

The holidays are all about spending time with family but Milwaukeeans who can't make it home often creative and satisfying ways to celebrate on their own.

What to do with Thanksgiving leftovers

Published Nov. 25, 2010

The editors of OnMilwaukee.com are not necessarily creative geniuses in the kitchen, but they have a thought or two regarding what they plan to do with their excess holiday food this week.