An A-Z visitors guide to Milwaukee Wisconsin. Sponsored by Key Magazine Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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33 CONTINUED ON PAGE 34 We love the natural light and "art gallery vibe" of the BANGLES & BAGS location at W63 N6672 Washington Ave., Cedarburg. Like all B & B locations, the arrangement by colors makes matching an accessory to that special outfit a breeze. Find FRILL at W63 N680 Washington Ave., specializ- ing in a collection of eclectic handmade personal accessories, home decor and gifts by U.S.- based artisans In the Washington Avenue Shoppes at W62 N590 Washington Ave., visit ELVIA'S ARTE GALLERY BOUTIQUE. Owner Elvia Pena-Savage displays artworks that will inspire and intrigue. The large abstract paintings are created in watercol- ors, acrylics and oils. For those who would like to tap their own creative spark, painting parties are offered. While the PINK LLAMA GALLERY has a Washington Avenue address at W62 N580, you actually enter the gallery through the build- ing's back porch, located across the street from the pagoda jewelry store. Cedar Creek Settlement Be sure to visit this renovated 1864 woolen mill and adjacent buildings at the corner of Washington and Bridge Sts. in Cedarburg. cedarcreeksettlement.com. CEDAR CREEK WINERY provides visitors with tours and tastings, and gift boxes make a perfect "Made in Wisconsin" gift. In addition to the wonderful atmosphere and friendly staff, this winery has captured top honors at a number of competi- tions. After discovering your favorite vintage, take the short flight of stairs to go from the winery to the main part of the set- tlement to reach CEDAR CREEK POTTERY. The vast array of handmade pottery and fine craft will amaze you. "An ele- gant blend of art and function" rules here. Brides will want to take advantage of the registry to add unique items to their "wish list." On the second floor at LA DIVA, find casual yet trendy t-shirts to hand-beaded blouses for party wear. Accessories include designer handbags, silk scarves, hair ornaments and hand-crafted jewelry, and more. Directly across Washington Avenue from the Cedar Creek Settlement is OLIVE 'N VINNIE'S MARKET. Discover 60 gleaming stainless steel tanks filled with the freshest and finest extra virgin olive oils along with an array of flavored Balsamic vinegars from around the world and much more. Sampling is encouraged here! Clutch bags from Bangles & Bags Photo courtesy GT Creative PORT WASHINGTON About 30 minutes from downtown Milwaukee, Port Washington enjoys a setting on Lake Michigan, with a marina that is the departure point for many charter fishing boats. Stop in at the Port Washington Tourism Council office,126 E. Grand Ave. VisitPortWashington.com for info and suggestions. Look for the orange tile roof of Port's 1929 fire station to find BLUE HERON ARTISAN'S GALLERY. Located at 102 E. Pier St., the gallery features more than 25 artists. For information on exhibits, see KEY Arts & Entertainment. THE CHOCOLATE CHISEL, located at 125 W. Grand Ave., is a perfect spot to visit for ice cream, handmade chocolates or a concoction from the espresso bar. GRAFTON North of Cedarburg, Grafton boasts a revitalized downtown that highlights its Paramount Records blues legacy. There's a one-of-a-kind Walk of Fame tribute to blues artists who recorded at the Grafton studio in the late 1920s, unique foun- tain and stage area, distinctive restaurants and shops.