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Domes Task Force Recommends $66 Million Plan
Plan to radically alter the domes and Mitchell Park demands fast decision making.
Aug 14th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Public Shocked by ‘For Sale’ Signs in County Parks
Parks group uses "For Sale" signs to raise awareness and support for parks funding.
Aug 6th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Preserve Our Parks Posts “For Sale” Signs at Milwaukee County Parks
Signs Call Attention to Parks Neglect, Threatened Shut-Down of Parks Facilities
Aug 5th, 2019 by Preserve Our Parks
Milwaukee County Parks System to be designated an “Important Bird Area” in Wisconsin
With its Important Bird Area designation, the park system joins 92 sites in Wisconsin, 2,832 sites in the U.S. and 12,000 other sites worldwide as Important Bird Areas.
Jul 25th, 2019 by Milwaukee County Parks
Toyota USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships to return to Milwaukee for 2020-21
Sprint-distance to be qualification-based starting in 2020; special qualification opportunities for 2019 participants
Jul 22nd, 2019 by VISIT Milwaukee
MCSO & Parks to Host Public Safety Day
The entire community is invited to meet MCSO Deputies and Milwaukee County Park Rangers, while enjoying free food, refreshments, snacks and information.
Jul 13th, 2019 by Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office
Milwaukee County Parks Adds Camp Out Opportunites This Summer
The Camp Out costs $25 for adults per night and $15 for children per night.
Jul 11th, 2019 by Milwaukee County Parks
How Healthy Are State’s Lakes?
E coli advisory closed South Shore Beach on July 4th. Dozens of beaches with issues since 2013.
Jul 9th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
VISIT Milwaukee announces 2019-2020 Board of Directors
Convention visitors bureau adds five new board members, new vice chair
Jul 8th, 2019 by VISIT Milwaukee
Lock Your Love at This Year’s Bastille Days
East Town Association partners with The Master Lock Company, artists and students on new sculptures
Jun 27th, 2019 by East Town Association
Inaugural Wisconsin Comic Con comes to Milwaukee
Wisconsin Center hosts the convention June 28-30
Jun 24th, 2019 by VISIT Milwaukee
Board of Supervisors Directs Parks Department to Formalize Pesticide Use Policy
"Milwaukee County has a responsibility to protect the health and safety of everyone who uses our parks and facilities..."
Jun 20th, 2019 by Sup. Steven Shea
New Plan for Bradford Beach Ramp
The Ability Center announces $100,000 plan to make beach accessible for people with disabilities.
Jun 13th, 2019 by Mary Kate McCoy
Milwaukee County Parks to Open Outdoor Pools for the Summer Season
Pools will be open June 15 through mid-August
Jun 12th, 2019 by Milwaukee County Parks
County Executive Chris Abele, Milwaukee County Parks and Festival Pro LLC Announce the Return of China Lights
Chinese Lantern Festival will return to Boerner Botanical Gardens from September 13 – October 20
Jun 11th, 2019 by County Executive Chris Abele
New Humboldt Park Wine Garden Opens
Plus: a third Cubanitas, new Milwaukee Brewing rooftop patio, Osteria's return delayed.
Jun 6th, 2019 by Jennifer Rick
County Executive Chris Abele, Milwaukee County Parks and The Ability Center Announce Plans to Make Bradford Beach Accessible
“By ensuring Bradford Beach is accessible to all Milwaukee County residents, we are working towards making our community assets a convenient and viable choice for people with disabilities.”
Jun 3rd, 2019 by County Executive Chris Abele
Plant it and they will come!
Monarch Trail Annual Plant Sale set for Sunday, June 2, 2019
May 30th, 2019 by Friends of the Monarch Trail
Plant it and they will come!
Monarch Trail Annual Plant Sale set for Sunday, June 2, 2019
May 23rd, 2019 by Friends of the Monarch Trail
Supervisors Ask County Parks to Update, Clarify Pesticide Use Policy
"It is our duty to protect the citizens of Milwaukee County."
May 23rd, 2019 by Sup. Steven Shea
Musical Mondays Announces 22nd Summer of Free Concerts in Lake Park
Series Will Feature 8 Top National and Milwaukee Acts, Diverse Genres of Music
May 14th, 2019 by Lake Park Friends
Milwaukee County Parks awarded $60,800 in coastal management grant funding
The grants will enable Milwaukee County Parks to inventory Milwaukee County's coastal resources and prioritize them according to vulnerability and value.
Apr 30th, 2019 by Milwaukee County Parks
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele, Supervisor Jason Haas and Milwaukee County Parks Announce a New Wine and Beer Garden at Humboldt Park
The Vine Humboldt is expected to open Memorial Day weekend and will be operated by the county
Apr 25th, 2019 by County Executive Chris Abele
Save the Kletzsch Park Trees!
The county wants to destroy 10 majestic oak trees for a fish passage. Surely there's a better way.
Apr 19th, 2019 by Martha Bergland
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Milwaukee County Parks Announce New Concessions This Summer
The Dock will operate food and beverage options at Bradford Beach
Apr 16th, 2019 by County Executive Chris Abele
“Hundred for Humboldt” Launches, Aims to Plant 100 Trees at Humboldt Park
100 trees remove 53 tons of carbon dioxide and 430 pounds of other air pollutants per year.
Apr 15th, 2019 by Humboldt Park Friends
Milwaukee’s July 3 Fireworks to Return in 2019
The 2019 July 3 fireworks show will be supported by American Family Insurance, the Milwaukee Brewers Foundation and T&M Partners.
Apr 6th, 2019 by County Executive Chris Abele
Golf in March?
Select Courses to Open Friday, Mar. 22
Mar 20th, 2019 by Milwaukee County Parks
Task Force Says Dump the Domes
Report commissioned by Milwaukee Public Museum and Mitchell Park Domes recommends demolition.
Mar 13th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Time running out to save July 3 fireworks
The 45-minute show, launched from two barges on Lake Michigan, costs around $350,000 to put on, and currently, no local businesses have committed to sponsoring the full cost of the event.
Feb 27th, 2019 by Milwaukee County Parks
Milwaukee County Parks reveals 2019 Traveling Beer Garden schedule
For the past five years the Traveling Beer Gardens have been an integral part of Milwaukee's summer fun. The Traveling Beer Garden opens on May 8, the entire 2019 schedule includes new parks throughout Milwaukee County.
Feb 26th, 2019 by Milwaukee County Parks
PeppNation Has Helped 14,000 Local Youth
Founded in 2010, non-profit provides sports leadership, mentoring programs to youth all year.
Feb 14th, 2019 by Bridget Fogarty
Free ice fishing clinics for kids set for Feb. 9 at five Milwaukee County parks
No pre-registration is necessary for the clinics. Equipment and snacks will be provided and it's all free!
Feb 5th, 2019 by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Should Washington Park Get Historic Designation?
Proposal for Olmsted-designed park could alter Urban Ecology Center’s plans for renovation.
Jan 27th, 2019 by Analise Pruni
Milwaukee County Parks Thanks BBV for partnership at Bradford Beach
Over the past seven years BBV has worked with Milwaukee County to help revitalize Bradford Beach.
Jan 2nd, 2019 by Milwaukee County Parks
County Looks to Grow Hemp at the Domes
Proceeds could be used for Domes' aging infrastructure.
Dec 28th, 2018 by Corrinne Hess
Jingle Bus tour captures downtown Milwaukee’s lights and sights for $2
See downtown Milwaukee’s festive panorama with a 40-minute narrated tour, Thursdays through Sundays, until Dec. 30
Dec 7th, 2018 by Milwaukee Downtown, BID 21
14 Catalytic Projects in Clarke Square
New parks, pathways, charter school, business improvement district and more.
Nov 6th, 2018 by Andrea Waxman
“Ruth M. Simos Great Room” Dedicated in Ceremony at Humboldt Park Pavilion
"Ruth Simos was a tireless advocate for Humboldt Park..."
Oct 10th, 2018 by Sup. Jason Haas
Governor Walker Participates in Groundbreaking Ceremony for Klement’s Sausage Company’s $7.5 Million Expansion
"This expansion is outstanding news, and we look forward to Klement’s continued investment in Wisconsin."
Oct 3rd, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
World-Class Chinese Lantern Festival Features Asian Cuisine Weekend at Boerner Botanical Gardens, Sept. 28–30
China Lights admission tickets are valid any night of the regular 2018 schedule.
Sep 24th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
World-Class Chinese Lantern Festival Opening at Boerner Botanical Gardens on Sept. 21
Spectacular event brings together Milwaukee County residents, visitors for an awe-inspiring show
Sep 14th, 2018 by County Executive Chris Abele
Labor Day Weekend: Summer Fun in Milwaukee County Parks
Activities over the Labor Day Weekend range from zipping down the slides at the waterparks to taking post-worthy photos at the Botanical Gardens' Trial Garden
Aug 29th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
NEWaukee’s 7 Bridges BBQ Returns to Grant Park
A Progressive Dining and Music Experience along the 7 Bridges Trail
Aug 20th, 2018 by Newaukee
2nd Annual Venetian Boat Parade to be held August 18, 2018 through McKinley Marina
Fun, Free, Family Event Open to the General Public in Veterans Park
Aug 14th, 2018 by Milwaukee Community Sailing Center
Ticket Sales Begin for World-Class Chinese Lantern Festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens, Sept. 21–Oct. 21
45 larger-than-life sculptural lantern displays will illuminate the Boerner Botanical Gardens
Aug 8th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Richard Schmidt is Failing to Keep Us Safe
Richard Schmidt has failed to articulate a coherent strategy to protect our neighborhood parks.
Aug 7th, 2018 by Earnell Lucas
Who’s Overseeing Washington Park Changes?
Granting so much power to Urban Ecology Center might be a mistake, violating Olmsted’s vision for the park.
Aug 2nd, 2018 by Michael H. Carriere
‘Bees, Birdies and Beers’
Milwaukee County Parks & Mobcraft Brewery team up to create ‘Honey Driver’ collaboration beer
Jul 19th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Humboldt Park Celebrates Wisconsin Food & Beer on July 21
Beginning at 3 p.m., Humboldt Park Friends will be selling freshly grilled corn on the cob for $2 per ear.
Jul 18th, 2018 by Humboldt Park Friends
Preserve Our Parks to Hold Public Town Hall Meeting in Tosa on July 10
Meeting Designed to Build Grassroots Support for Increased Parks Funding; Town Hall to be Held in Firefly Room at Wauwatosa Public Library at 6:30
Jul 5th, 2018 by Preserve Our Parks
Six Ways to Celebrate Dad this Weekend in The Parks
Milwaukee County Parks are offering a variety of relaxing activities with Dad in mind,
Jun 13th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Abele Thanks County Board Committee and Chairman for Unanimous Support of Guy Smith
Parks, Energy and Environment Committee votes 5-0 in favor of confirming acting head of Milwaukee County Parks Department
Jun 12th, 2018 by County Executive Chris Abele
Chinese Lantern Festival to Return to Milwaukee, Sept. 21–Oct. 21
China Lights: Panda-mania will feature several panda-habitat lantern displays among the three-foot to three-story handmade exhibits illuminating the nine-acre botanical gardens
Jun 8th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Pop-Up beer Garden featuring the ‘Alestream’ Coming to Jacobus Park in Wauwatosa
The Milwaukee County Parks operated beer garden will feature craft beers from Good City Brewing, MKE brewing and Third Space Brewing.
Jun 8th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Abele Appoints Guy Smith to Lead Parks
Smith, a 14-year veteran of Milwaukee County Parks, has been serving as interim director; brings leadership, experience and passion to the County
Jun 7th, 2018 by County Executive Chris Abele
Reptile Day Returns to Wehr Nature Center June 10
General admission for Reptile Day is $3 per person, $2 per Friends of Wehr member. Parking is $3.50 per car.
Jun 5th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Milwaukee County Parks Kicks Off Memorial Day Weekend
Activities will be as varied as visiting a beer garden to swimming at a waterpark.
May 24th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Family Waterparks to Open for Holiday Weekend
Cool Waters & Schulz to Open Sat, Sun & Memorial Day
May 23rd, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
50 Additional Lifeguards Needed for Milwaukee County Pools
Free Training Session Begins May 21
May 18th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
New look Traveling Beer Garden live music dates announced
The live music nights, held on Friday and Saturday nights between 5-8pm, will feature a more varied line up this year
May 18th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Jane’s Walk Is All About Neighborhoods
Annual celebration of urban theorist Jane Jacobs offers 30 guided walks.
May 10th, 2018 by Lydia Slattery
Seven Ways to Celebrate Mom this Weekend in The Parks
Relaxing activities with Mom in mind
May 8th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Summer of Music taking Shape in Milwaukee County Parks
Park visitors this year will also be able to enjoy live music at beer gardens.
May 3rd, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
South Shore Terrace Seeking to Kickstart Spring with Grand Opening on April 18
Those who are brave enough to attend will be among the first to experience new menu items available at the beer garden
Apr 17th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Humboldt Park Lagoon Restoration Nets Sweet Water Funding
HPF cleared cattails and other invasive plants from two sections of shoreline in autumn 2016 and 2017.
Apr 11th, 2018 by Humboldt Park Friends
Milwaukee County Parks to Host Job Fair at Falk Park, March 31
Positions range from Traveling Beer Garden staff, golf starters, and restaurant staff, to pool attendants, lifeguards, and building- or grounds-maintenance workers.
Mar 28th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Honors Milwaukee Architect Donald Grieb
Mitchell Park Domes Among His Contributions
Mar 16th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
New Partnership Will Bring More Events to the Greenhouse Annex at Mitchell Park Domes
The Zillis liquor license is also expected to be extended to the Annex, which will expand its appeal as a wedding venue.
Mar 10th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Congratulates County Staff on Awards
"I am incredibly proud of the team I get to work with here at Milwaukee County."
Feb 22nd, 2018 by County Executive Chris Abele
GOP Abandoning The Free Market
Wisconsin instead picks winners and losers. How is that working?
Feb 14th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
County Parks To Seek State Grant to Fund Ravine Road Bridge Project
The goal of the project is to preserve the historical character of Lake Park by replacing the bridge with a structure that closely matches its original architecture and design.
Feb 8th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Residents Jeer Pay-to-Park Plan
Abele sympathizes but says county must get revenue from somewhere.
Feb 7th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
Final Reminder: City Seeks Community Input on Walking in Milwaukee
The City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works (DPW) is seeking input from the community about walking in Milwaukee for the City’s first Pedestrian Plan.
Jan 30th, 2018 by City of Milwaukee Deptartment of Public Works
Parks Should Be Free For All People
Why Abele’s pay-to-park-plan for county parks should be opposed.
Jan 29th, 2018 by Sup. Marina Dimitrijevic & Sup. Dan Sebring
Control Assigns New Secret Agents to SafeHouse Milwaukee
Agent Change and Agent Bacon.
Jan 24th, 2018 by Marcus Restaurant Group
Free Ice-Fishing Clinics for Kids at 6 Park Lagoons, Feb. 10
Children age 15 and under are invited to hands-on clinics featuring safety on the ice, use of ice fishing equipment, fish identification, regulations, and knot tying.
Jan 15th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Activities in The Parks for Youths Off of School for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Jan. 15
The Parks Recreation Section is suggesting a variety of low-cost indoor and outdoor activities.
Jan 12th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Parks
Jim Sullivan Will Head County Parks
Former state senator is new parks director, will be assisted by Jim Tarantino.
Dec 20th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Supervisor Dimitrijevic Proposal Would Keep Lakefront Free, Open
"We should be making our public parks more accessible, not creating financial barriers."
Dec 7th, 2017 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Holiday Stress-Busting Activities in The Parks
Milwaukee County Parks offers a variety of ways to beat holiday stress.
Nov 28th, 2017 by Milwaukee County Parks
Glow Skate Returns to Wilson Ice Arena, Nov. 24, Dec. 30
Glow-in-the-dark necklaces, holiday lights, music, prize drawings, and a gourmet hot-chocolate bar will be featured.
Nov 8th, 2017 by Milwaukee County Parks
Milwaukee County Parks Offers Military Veterans Free Greens Fees, Domes Admission, Nov. 11
Purple Heart Recipients Reminded to Apply for Year-Round Purple Heart Pass
Nov 7th, 2017 by Milwaukee County Parks
China Lights at Boerner Botanical Gardens a Big Success
The festival saw attendance of more than 110,000 visitors.
Nov 2nd, 2017 by County Executive Chris Abele
Summerfest Rock ‘n Sole Run Discontinued
Milwaukee World Festival to Focus on Alternative Charitable Efforts
Oct 30th, 2017 by Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.
China Lights Lantern Festival at Boerner Botanical Gardens Celebrates Final Week – Ends Oct. 29
The closing weekend will offer giveaways and egg-roll-eating contests.
Oct 24th, 2017 by Milwaukee County Parks
Acupuncture, Massage, Tai Chi Demonstrations Slated for Culture Weekend, Oct. 14–15 at Boerner Botanical Gardens
This weekend, Boerner Botanical Gardens will be filled with demonstrations of the Chinese arts of acupuncture, tai chi, and massage.
Oct 10th, 2017 by Milwaukee County Parks
Milwaukee County Board Chairman Requests $20 Million in Austerity Measures
Proposal Would Slash Funding for Parks, Public Safety, Transit, Senior Centers, and Workforce Development
Oct 9th, 2017 by County Executive Chris Abele
Halloween, Day of the Dead Events in The Parks
Halloween and Day of the Dead traditions continue in the Milwaukee County Parks.
Oct 4th, 2017 by Milwaukee County Parks
Local Asian-American Community Hosts Moon Festival Weekend at China Lights at Boerner Botanical Gardens, Oct. 6–8
Asia’s mid-autumn Moon Festival celebrates family reunion and peace at a time when the moon is at its fullest and brightest of the year.
Oct 4th, 2017 by Milwaukee County Parks
Chinese Lantern Festival’s Asian Cuisine/Chicago Weekend at Milwaukee County’s Boerner Botanical Gardens, Sept. 29-Oct. 1
China Lights: The Magic Returns is a celebration of Asian culture featuring 50 larger-than-life sculptural lantern displays.
Sep 26th, 2017 by Milwaukee County Parks
County Executive Abele Announces New Dedicated Revenue for County Parks and Transportation in 2018 Budget
Public Input Received Through Engage MKE Initiative Prioritizes New Revenue Over Service Cuts
Sep 22nd, 2017 by County Executive Chris Abele
Chinese Lantern Festival Opening at County’s Boerner Botanical Gardens, Sept. 22
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele announced today that the world-class Chinese lantern festival, China Lights: The Magic Returns, will open to the public Sept. 22 at Boerner Botanical Gardens.
Sep 15th, 2017 by County Executive Chris Abele
Eddee Daniel to present free program titled “Milwaukee: A Green City”
Noted photographer and writer Eddee Daniel will present a slide talk on Sunday, September 17, 2017 at 1 p.m.
Sep 13th, 2017 by Milwaukee County Parks
