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They came, they saw, they boogied

Published Feb. 22, 2013

They came, they saw, they boogied. Nobody broke the record for the longest "Soul Train" dance line at Potawatomi Casino Thursday, but they had a good time trying.

Beeee niiiiine: Calling my first bingo game

Published Oct. 24, 2012

Recently, I had the chance to call a bingo game at Potawatomi Bingo Casino. I was warned the bingo players sometimes get surly with "celebrity" callers because they are accustomed to a certain style of bingo calling. I went in nervous.

Howie Mandel has made a career of saying "OK"

Published Oct. 20, 2012

Comedian, game show host, author and voice actor Howie Mandel sports an diverse resume, but when he comes to Milwaukee to perform two stand-up shows at Potawatomi Bingo on Oct. 26, expect him to draw from all of it. "Don't bring the kids," cautions Mandel.

Potawatomi hosts Signature Chefs Auction fundraiser

Published Aug. 22, 2012

Local chefs will bring their culinary works together for the 22nd annual Signature Chefs Auction to benefit the March of Dimes Foundation Sept. 27 at Potawatomi Bingo Casino.

A beginner's guide to gambling

Published May 23, 2012

Potawatomi Bingo Casino is more than 750,000 square feet with about 3,100 slot machines, 100 table games, a 1,400-seat bingo hall, off-track betting and a 20-table poker room. For someone who hasn't gambled before, it might be a bit daunting to walk in the door and start pulling handles and doubling down.

Milwaukee must "Get Smarter"

Published Sept. 21, 2011

BizTimes is taking the editorial stance that a smarter Milwaukee will be a better Milwaukee, and a better Milwaukee will be best-positioned to compete in a global economy in the 21st century.

He's coming to town, but Rick Springfield's in a bit of trouble

Published May 2, 2011

Multiple news sources are reporting on Rick Springfield's arrest Sunday night. So far, though, he's still booked for four shows in mid-May at the Northern Lights Theater.

Talking with Vince Van Patten

Published Dec. 2, 2010

When the folks at Potawatomi Bingo Casino asked if we wanted to talk to Vince Van Patten while he's in town to spread the word about the casino's holiday charitable campaign Miracle on Canal Street, Andy Tarnoff and I jumped at the chance.

Gig roundup: The Cult endures ...

Published Nov. 15, 2010

Ian Astbury's Southern Death Cult begat Death Cult begat The Cult. You'd think by now this stalwart British '80s outfit would simply by called Cu by now. Nope, still The Cult, and you can see one of Britain's longest-lived post-punk bands at The Rave on Saturday.

Gig roundup: Los Lobos plays revamped Northern Lights

Published Nov. 1, 2010

The Northern Lights Theater at Potawatomi Bingo Casino has gotten a makeover. With veteran L.A. rockers Los Lobos getting ready for a gig in the room, you've got a perfect chance to go experience it for yourself.

MU alum Stankos performs at Potawatomi Saturday

Published Oct. 29, 2010

Stan Stankos. C'mon -- it's a great name for a comedian. Especially a snarky smartass. Well, check out Stan live, you'll be entertained and you'll remember him. The Marquette University alum is now based in New York City writing comedy, performing a lot there and around the country, including a stop in Milwaukee on Saturday.

Dream Dance dinners offer competition and wine

Published Aug. 10, 2010

Dream Dance has a couple great events on tap later this month and while one of them offers three chances, the other is the latest installment of a one-of-a-kind local culinary event.

Pleading "no contest" to Fire Pit's competitive eating burger challenge

Published July 30, 2010

It seemed like a good idea -- or at least, not a horrible idea -- when our friends at Potawatomi invited us to try their new promotion, the "Home Run Challenge" at the Fire Pit Sports Bar & Grill. It's their new cheeseburger-eating contest that kicked off during All Star Week and runs through the World Series ... and it's a doozy.

The Mr. Warmth Room

Published July 27, 2010

A momentous occasion took place last night at the Northern Lights Theater in the Potawatomi Bingo Casino.

Fever Marlene adds local flavor to Mid-Gate lineup

Published May 11, 2010

The Mid-Gate Stage at Potawatomi Bingo Casino Pavilion offers a diverse lineup of entertainment featuring local acts like Fever Marlene, Willy Porter and Paul Cebar as well as national acts like The Wailers, Cameo and War.

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