Cover story:
Thinking of glamming up the pooch? Bling it on
There are oh so many reasons we pamper our pooches, and we have oh so many ways to keep piling the love on. Doggie fashions, doggie day care, doggie spa treatments ... the human capacity to spend doggie dollars seems unlimited.
On the cover: Chakita, a 7-month-old teacup Chihuahua owned by Kim Hafeman; Photo/Jake Herrle

downtime
One tank trip: Spilling the Jelly Belly beans You know all about the chewy flavors. But did you know the Jelly Belly factory is a one-tank-trip away?
#@!&$#! This pub's rules are simple. No cussing. No talking religion. No debating politics.
Exhibits focus on music, furnishings Catch two exhibits at Greer Oaks Gallery.
Vintage Christmas trees sparkle again Dig out that aluminum Christmas tree gathering dust in the basement. This vintage Christmas classic has become cool again.
Warm up to gaming For the video-challenged, MKE checked out some games a non-gamer could love.
Threeview: Tasting Cuba from a variety of sides The bold taste of Cuban cuisine is one of the newer flavors on the Milwaukee dining scene, and when Angel Velazquez opened Lazara's Cuban Cuisine in July he gave us another place to find it.
B-boy battle renewed for Hip-Hop History Month Grab your shell-toe Adidas and pop-and-lock your way over to the Latino Community Center for Round II of the Brew City B-boy battle.
Worthy splurge: 3M Sub at Messina an Italian Market As its name implies, Messina is an Italian deli and market with old-world charm.
Budget bite: Double Jumbo Cheeseburger at Bella's Fat Cat Because Milwaukeans can't seem to get enough jumbo burgers, deep-fried cheese and creamy vanilla custard, Bella's Fat Cat has opened a second location.
Meet the bartender: David Kidd Although David Kidd has been working at Tangerine about two months, he's been at this bartending thing for quite a while now, and it shows.
Exposure It was the ultimate rumble: art vs. craft. OK, maybe not. But roughly 100 artists, crafters and designers from across the nation showcased their wares Nov. 5 and 6 at Turner Ballroom.

how we live
getlost@papernapkin.net A not-so-kind automated e-mail service wipes out any unwanted admirers.
Dining at 30,000 ft. Why settle for an in-flight snack? Pack a meal that really takes off.
How I got my job: Ed Duehning, crane operator MKE talked to crane operator Ed Duehning about how he got to work eight stories up in the air.
The cold car facts Some simple steps will get your car ready for the chilly season.
Sheesh! They should have at least cleaned up the bathroom Guests are coming; your place looks like a slum. Here's how to tidy up when time is short.

in the know
30-second expert: Ramadan Ramadan is about more than fasting; it’s also a time to forge bonds.
Co-owner of Sup Design carves out success with eye-catching woodwork You may not have met Martin Dietrich, but chances are you’ve met his work.
Personal info merits personal attention Keep tabs on your credit report to thwart identity theft.
When I was 30: Jim Waupoose At 30, Jim Waupoose was a dad and a student on the GI bill adjusting to life outside the Army.

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