Looking for a new snack, some extra space or a way to get the most out of your netbook? Look no further. You friends at OnMilwaukee.com are here with another batch of cool things things, tips and tricks.
Weeding out your book and CD collection -- I'm starting a new front in the war against household clutter. Donating used books and CDs -- or selling them at Half Price Books -- is a good way to clear some space. There are plenty of CDs that I only like one or two songs. I'll rip them, back them up and then get rid of the disc and the case and call it a day. -- Drew Olson
CLIF Mojo Sweet and Salty Trail Mix Bars -- Sweet and salty in a trail bar? Sign me up. These things, especially the peanut butter pretzel ones, are great; 200 calories, 10 grams of protein and no trans fats make them kinda "healthy" too. Try one soon, you'll like it. -- Jeff Sherman
Hugh Mundell -- Mundell (Greensleeves) -- I don't often recommend 28-year-old records in this space, but lately I've been rediscovering a lot of music that I have devoured for a long time but recently let languish. The great Mundell -- a protege of Augustus Pablo -- was murdered -- his friend Junior Reid was there to witness this horrific tragedy -- in 1983 (the same year we lost Prince Far I and dub poet Michael Smith). That's the year Mundell prophesied that Africa would be free in his most famous tune, recorded six years previous for Pablo. This set was among his last, recorded for dancehall producer Junjo Lawes. Scientist created killer mixes for the set, making it almost a dub record with vocals. Check out the spaced out rhythm on "Going Places" and Mundell's plaintive voice on brilliant songs like "Tell I A Lie" and "Rasta Hold the Handle." "Jacqueline" and "Can't Pop No Style" (an extended version of this non-LP track is one of four bonus cuts on the CD) were reggae radio standards in 1982 and are worth the cost alone. Although this is from a Scientist dub record ("Scientist Wins the World Cup" which has numerous dubs of tunes from "Mundell"), check out this mix of "Rasta Hold the Handle." -- Bobby Tanzilo
Google Chrome -- After nearly six months of trying different options, I've finally settled in and went with Google Chrome as my netbook browser of choice. I don't necessarily buy into the hype that Chrome is overly quick -- honestly, I don't notice that much of a difference. But Chrome does provide the most visable space on my netbook's tiny screen. Like most Google products, its still a work in progress, but bug free, stable and most importantly ... it's free. -- Andrew Wagner
Beans and Barley's sweet potato and bean burrito -- Working across the street from Beans and Barley for the last five years means I've eaten more than my share of its basic burritos. And, amazingly, I've not tired of them -- it's the perfect burrito. My lunch loyalty however did not curb my curiosity about Beans' newest addition to its burrito family: the sweet potato and black bean. It's delicious and comes with Mexican rice, guacamole and a lime / cilantro cream sauce (on the side), which is a tasty complement to the spicy green salsa. At $6, this burrito is a bit more expensive than the basic and the black bean offerings in the deli case, but it's worth it, in my opinion. -- Julie Lawrence
Closet Classics' blow-out sale -- Eventually, Closet Classics, 1000 E. North Ave., will close up shop after 25 years of business in various Milwaukee locations. The owner says she will, most likely, zip it up for good after Halloween. In the mean time, everything in the store -- except tobacco-smoking articles -- is 50 percent off. On a recent visit, I scored socks, tights, shoes, hair accessories and a belt for $24. I’ll definitely slip back in, perhaps for a summer dress ... or a wig. -- Molly Snyder Edler
Back Bay Park -- Milwaukee is blessed with many amazing parks in the city. Back Bay, a Milwaukee County Park on the bluff above Lake Michigan (Woodstock and Terrace) is one of them. Great views, a ton of space and a very nice play area for the kids. Check it out. More here. -- Jeff Sherman
