An A-Z visitors guide to Milwaukee Wisconsin. Sponsored by Key Magazine Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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SPECIAL EVENTS Complete address of sites and phone numbers are listed with first mention. Telephone Area Code 414 unless shown otherwise. Please confirm events when possible; listings are subject to change. INDOOR & INSTORE MARKET,Wednesdays, through Dec. 19; Shops of Grand Avenue, Wisconsin Ave. & Old World 3rd St., second level below Food Court. Local vendors selling artwork, prepared food and more. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. BLIZZARD OF ART SHOW & SALE, through Dec. 30; Cedarburg Cultural Center, W62 N546 Washington Ave. Featuring original artwork by local artists priced below $200, with seasonal and timeless themes. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat., noon- 4 p.m. Sun. HOLIDAY LIGHTS FESTIVAL, through Dec. 31; Downtown Milwaukee. See KEY Cover Feature, pages 8-9. MILWAUKEE COUNTY WINTER FARMERS MARKET, Saturdays, through April 13, no market Dec. 22; Tommy Thompson Youth Center, Wisconsin State Fair Park, 640 S. 84th St. 8 a.m.-noon. WINTER FARMERS MARKET, Saturdays, through May 25; First Congregational Church, 135 N. Webster St., Port Washington. a.m.-1 p.m. CEDARBURG SENIOR CENTER HOLIDAY CRAFT & GIFT SALE, Nov. 29-Dec. 1.Cedarburg Senior Center, W63 N643 Washington Ave., Cedarburg (Historic Lincoln Building behind the Cedarburg Community Gym). Includes a bake sale. Noon-5 p.m. Thurs., 10 a.m.-5p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. EUROPEAN HOLIDAY TRADITIONS COME ALIVE! Nov. 30- Dec. 1; Milwaukee Public Museum. Using the MPM collection of objects and artifacts form around the world, visitors can immerse themselves in the European holiday traditions of a century past. Also part of the fun are costumed interpreters. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. CHRISTMAS IN THE WARD, Nov. 30-Dec. 1; Historic Third Ward. On Friday, experience an old-fashioned tree lighting ceremony and fireworks, plus special entertainment. Both days feature live reindeer, entertainment, horse-drawn carriage rides, visits with Santa and much more. 273-1173. MILLERCOORS HOLIDAY LITES TOURS, Nov. 30-Dec. 23; Miller Brewery, 4251 W. State St. 11/30-12/1, 12/7-12/8, 12/14- 12/15 and 12/21-12/22. Holiday Lites tours this year begin at 4:40 p.m. and occur every 20 minutes until 9 p.m. Video, spe- cial light show, and samples of MillerCoors seasonal brews. Visitor Center closed Dec. 24 & 25, Dec. 31 & Jan. 1. CEDARBURG ARTISTS GUILD HOLIDAY ART FAIR, Nov. 30- Dec. 2; Cedarburg Community Center, W63N641 Washington Ave., Cedarburg. Cedarburg Artists Guild Members offer a variety of works for gift-giving. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. Trolley will link shows during the weekend. 262-377-7202, 262-476-5073. www.cedarburgartistsguild.com. CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY, Nov. 30-Dec. 2; Two locations: Cedar Creek Settlement and Christmas in the Country Too at the Cedarburg Cultural Center, W62 N546 Washington Ave. Midwestern artists and Christmas artisans in a juried show. Trolley will link shows during the weekend. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri., 12 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. 352-5655. JOLLY'S OUTDOOR GINGERBREAD HOUSE, Nov. 30-Dec. 1, Dec. 7-8; Catalano Square (Menomonee & Broadway) in the Historic Third Ward. Visit Santa, receive a cookie and have a photo taken with Santa for a $5 donation (proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities Eastern Wisconsin) or bring your own camera. 11/30 6-8 p.m., 12/1 noon-2 p.m., 4-6 p.m., 12/7 & 12/8 5-7 p.m. SUBURBAN MOTORS HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE, Dec. 1, 8, & 15; Suburban Motors Harley-Davidson, 139 N. Main St., Thiensville. Lots of special surprises and activities. 262-242-2464. FAMILY FREE DAY AT THE ZOO, Dec. 1; Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W. Bluemound Rd. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 256-5412. CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD AND PARADE, Dec. 1; Port Washington. Reindeer, carolers, in-store promotions, St. Nick, photos with Santa, living nativity, carriage rides and strolling musicians. Blue Heron Artisan's Gallery, 102 E. Pier St., hosts letter-writing to Santa and an "Elf Yourself" fun photo booth in the banquet hall as well as card making and letters for military service members. At 6:15 p.m., see a Christmas parade, with lights, floats, and a lot of fun. After the parade, winter fireworks display. 3-7 p.m. FESTIVUS, Dec. 1; Brady Street. After shopping and dining, celebrate this special occasion with awesome "un-holiday" specials and deals. Be sure to come "air your grievances" and participate in the "feats of strength" in an effort to win the Festivus Pole! noon-1:30 a.m. HOLIDAY ARTISAN MARKET, Dec. 1-2; Discovery World, Promenade, 500 N. Harbor Dr. Artisans selling gifts plus live music, holiday workshops, festive treats and complimentary gift wrapping. 765-9966. BREAKFAST & LUNCH WITH SANTA, Dec. 1-2, 8-9, 15-16; Milwaukee County Zoo. Breakfast or lunch with Santa, picture with Santa, and live music and entertainment. Breakfast & lunch on Saturdays, lunch only on Sundays. GEMSTONE EVENT, Dec. 3-7; Kloiber Jewelers, 411 E. Wisconsin Ave. Thousands of dollars worth of colored gemstones available for use in special jewelry creations. LADIES NIGHT OUT, Dec. 4; Suburban Motors Harley- Davidson, Thiensville. Shop for that special someone on your list, plus wine and cheese, free gift wrap and door prize drawing. 6-8 p.m. TARGET FREE FIRST THURSDAY, Dec. 6; Milwaukee Art Museum. BUDDY VALASTRO: THE CAKE BOSS, Dec. 6; Riverside Theater, 116 W. Wisconsin Ave. SLICE OF ICE OPENS, Dec. 6; Red Arrow Park. Opening ceremonies, if weather permits, of Milwaukee's downtown skating rink. Bring your own ice skates and skate for free or rent a pair. Warming house. CEDARBURG FESTIVE FRIDAY EVES, Fridays, Dec. 7, 14, 21; Cedar Creek Settlement, Washington Ave. and Bridge Rd. in