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The Milwaukee River Challenge
The Milwaukee River Challenge returns to the Menomonee and Milwaukee Rivers on Saturday, October 5. This annual event attracts rowers and spectators from throughout the Midwest. Participants will travel along a three-mile course that comes right through downtown Milwaukee. You can watch the race from one of the recommended vantage points listed here.
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Doors Open Milwaukee
Doors Open Milwaukee returns September 28 and 29! Doors Open is an annual celebration of Milwaukee’s architecture, history and neighborhoods. This event opens the doors to more than 100 locations to the community. The full list of participating sites will be available online in early September, with many Westown locations expected to be part of the event.
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Go Pack Go!
Packer season is here! Support the green & gold for their first regular season game on Friday, September 6 as they take on the Philadelphia Eagles. You can catch the game at one of these Westown establishments: Who’s on Third Lucky Clover Uncle Buck’s on Third Milwaukee Brat House Old German Beer Hall Miller Time Pub 3rd St. Market Hall Mo’s Irish Pub
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Fall Fest Deer District
Celebrate the start of the fall season at Fall Fest located in the Deer District on September 7 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Families can enjoy activities such as pumpkin painting, chalk art and fall snacks from the local establishments. Also, check out the local vendors, makers and kids programming. Find out more about Fall Fest here.
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Margarita Paradise Pop-Up at 310W
310W has partnered with Margarita Paradise, the popular Mexican restaurant located in the Milwaukee Public Market, to offer food service in the building on select days. Tenants and guests can enjoy select breakfast and lunch items on Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. located on the mezzanine floor.
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Opening Soon: 90s2K Cafe
Milwaukee’s newest dance club, playing the greatest hits of the 90s and 2000, is opening soon! 90s2K Cafe celebrates their grand opening weekend on September 13 and 14 at 1103 N MLK Drive in the Old World Third Street Entertainment District. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram for updates.
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Downtown Safety Tips
District One has experienced an uptick of crimes in recent weeks, most common being entry to autos. Keep the tips below in mind to keep yourself safe. Report any suspicious activity immediately to the Milwaukee Police Department by calling the non-emergency line at 414-933-4444 or if you are witnessing a crime, call 911 immediately. · Always lock your car doors and close all windows, even when parked for a short time. · Do not leave valuables such as laptops, phones, purses, or shopping bags visible in your vehicle. If possible, take them with you or store them in the trunk. MPD has evidence that they are looking for…
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Downtown Employee Appreciation Week
Do you work downtown? Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 is celebrating YOU during Downtown Employee Appreciation Week. From August 19 to 23, round up your coworkers for giveaways, discounts, office challenge games and more! Visit iworkdowntownmke.com to see the full schedule of activities for the week. And don’t miss the lunchtime giveaways in the Westown neighborhood at Zeidler Union Square on Thursday, August 22 and Pere Marquette Park on Friday, August 23.
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Back to School Drive
Capuchin Community Services operates the largest food pantry in Milwaukee at the House of Peace, serving freshly-prepared meals every night at St. Ben’s Community Meal at 930 W State Street. Help them also support families with new school supplies. Lend a hand at their Back-to-School Drive by donating monetarily or by purchasing school supplies to donate. They have Target and Amazon registries created to help fill student’s backpacks. Discover all the ways you can support here.
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It’s Alive on the Riverwalk
Enjoy live music all summer long at It’s Alive on the Riverwalk! Check out these performance happening in Westown by the Riverside Theater from 4 to 6 p.m. on the following dates: July 26 – Jorge Valentine August 2 – BERMS August 9 – Orlando Pena August 16 – Lindsay Shanks Additional performances and information can be found here.
