Ald. Scott Spiker
Press Release

Garden District rings in the holidays with multiple events this week

 

By - Dec 6th, 2021 10:15 am

The 13th Aldermanic District – also known as the Garden District – will celebrate the holiday season with multiple events taking place this week. The annual district tree lighting will occur on Tuesday, December 7 at the intersection of 6th and Norwich, one block south of Howard. The program will begin at 6 p.m. and feature caroling by area schools with the tree lighting at 7 p.m. Free cookies and hot chocolate will be available while supplies last.

Area Alderman Scott Spiker is encouraging residents to come participate in the seasonal fun. “Every year the Garden District goes above and beyond to create a festive and welcoming set of events to spread holiday cheer,” he said. “We will kick-off the season with our annual tree lighting on Tuesday, and follow that up with Songs of the Season and our lights display on Saturday. I would invite residents from across the 13th and the entire city to come participate in the family-friendly fun.”

The Songs of the Season event will take place on Saturday, December 11 also at 6th and Norwich. Caroling will begin at 4 p.m. and conclude with illuminating the Winter Wonderland lights display at dusk. The Winter Wonderland display of lights features 50,000 lights, and will remain in-place through Tuesday, January 6, 2022.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.

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