Key Milwaukee

October 2014

An A-Z visitors guide to Milwaukee Wisconsin. Sponsored by Key Magazine Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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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. Find the new location for LEAP OF FAITH directly across Washington Avenue from the Cedar Creek Settlement. Look for the striped awning, and find the same relaxing, nurturing atmosphere that fans cherished when the boutique was locat- ed on the settelment's second floor. This is the place for gift- ing that special someone, or yourself! 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 ARTISANS ART• GIFT• BOUTIQUE is a great stop for a range of intriguing items, including unique works by local artists. Find the perfect souvenir here at 102 E. Pier St. 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. DELAFIELD West of Milwaukee just off I-94, this spot merits a special stop. Charm reigns here, with Delafield's signature look making it the perfect spot for holiday shopping and dining. You'll be tempted to make a weekend of it at the elegant Delafield Hotel. For more info, VisitDelafield.org or 888-294-1082. goo goo gaa gaa CEDARBURG Famous for its historic limestone buildings, Cedarburg provides a small town getaway, only 20 minutes north of Milwaukee. At the corner of Washington and Spring is the General Store Museum, which includes the CEDARBURG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & VISITOR CENTER. For more information, call 262-377-5856 or (800-CDR-BURG) or visit cedarburg.org. 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. 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- KEY SHOPPING CONTINUED FROM PAGE 32 34

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