This month, the Dunkin’ at 622 W Wisconsin Avenue reopened after being closed for the last eight months for a remodel. Part of the remodel including expanding the space, which now features Baskin Robbins’ 31 flavors. stop in soon for your morning coffee or evening treat!

The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra announced the details of their upcoming 2023.24 Classics season, beginning this September, at the Bradley Symphony Center on Wisconsin Avenue. The season is packed full of inspiration, collaboration and delight to show you that “your MSO knows how to play!” For more info about how to experience the fun & thrills of live music with the MSO, read the latest updates from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel or visit mso.org.

Gallery Night MKE returns to downtown Milwaukee on April 21 and 22. The free event offers visitors to view and purchase local art from over 50 participating venues in Milwaukee’s most dynamic neighborhoods. Be sure to visit the two Westown exhibits including Jaime Brown at 310W and Dear Nature at The Avenue. Learn more about the event at gallerynightmke.com

Milwaukee County’s Bus Rapid Transit, now known as CONNECT, will launch service on Sunday, June 4. The nine-mile route has dedicated bus lanes for a fast and reliable way to travel. Save the date for a celebration on Monday, June 5 at 10 a.m. in honor of the project’s completion. Learn more about CONNECT at ridemcts.com/connect

The City of Milwaukee is rolling out a new interim plaza program which repurposes space that might otherwise be underutilized and transforms them using low-cost materials. DPW is also offering a grant program for selected recipients to assist with the cost of installing a plaza. The grant application opens March 21 and applications are due May 12; interim plazas must be installed by July 15. Learn more about the program and grant here.

Last year, Milwaukee was awarded as the host city for the 2024 RNC. The convention will be held July 15 through July 18 and will bring tens of thousands of visitors to our city. The 2024 RNC Host Committee has since launched their website for you to stay informed as plans develop and learn how to be involved. Visit mke2024host.org for more details.

Want to work in the heart of downtown Milwaukee on projects like the Milwaukee Night Market? We are currently seeking candidates to join our team as a Program & Marketing Assistant. This full-time position is great for anyone that’s excited about gaining experience in marketing, event planning & non-profit management. The Program & Marketing Assistant at Westown Association is a full-time, professional, salaried position focused on the support of the overall Westown operation and its events including the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Milwaukee Night Market. This individual reports to the Executive Director, but also provides support to the Marketing & Events Director, board of directors and committees. Essential duties and…

The 55th Shamrock Club of Wisconsin St. Patrick’s Day Parade returns to downtown Milwaukee on Saturday, March 11 at noon. Presented by Miller Lite, the Parade featured over 100 units including floats, Irish dancers, bagpipe & marching bands, local dignitaries and more.  Want to be part of the fun? We’re seeking volunteers to march in the Parade and carry banners for event sponsors and Parade units.You can register yourself, your family and friends or a community group- we welcome groups of all sizes and will sign-off on volunteer hours. Additional information and registration details can be found here.