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Milwaukee Art & Craft Shows
Shop local and support your local craftspeople and artists. Find them with this listing of Milwaukee Art & Craft Shows: A listing of Craft Shows and Art Festivals in the Milwaukee Area.

Milwaukee Holiday Gift Guide
Got a friend on the coast that constantly bugs you for cheese curds? Or a Milwaukee ex-pat in the family who misses life in Brew City? This season, why not give them the holiday gift they've been dreaming about all year, something that says "Milwaukee" -- like a "Bronze Fonz" T-shirt, or maybe even just a big stick of sausage.

Free Days at Milwaukee County Attractions
Milwaukee County offers free admission to a few of the city's most popular destinations on specific days. Visit the Milwaukee Public Museum, the Domes, the Milwaukee Art Museum and the Milwaukee County Zoo for free!

Milwaukee Haunted Houses
Looking to be scared out of your wits? Check out this guide to Milwaukee Haunted Houses -- if you dare!

Thanksgiving in Milwaukee 2009
Whether you need to find that perfect brunch location for the whole family, need a good deal on a bird, or just want to find something to do on Thanksgiving weekend, these top picks will have you covered.

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival
The season erupts in a grand spectacle as three downtown Milwaukee parks are lit up for the holidays. Visit Cathedral Square, Pere Marquette and Zeidler Union Square Parks, among other sites, and ride the Jingle Bus.

Milwaukee Trick or Treat Times
Not sure when to get the kids dressed up in their Halloween costumes? Check out this listing of Halloween Trick or Treat Times in Milwaukee to find out the best times to go door-to-door.

Milwaukee Halloween Events for Kids
Looking for a kid-friendly Halloween destination? Check out our list of Children's Halloween Events 2009 in Milwaukee.

Wisconsin Smoking Ban
In May of 2009, Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle signed legislation to make public places, including restaurants, taverns, and other indoor workplaces, smokefree. Find quick facts about the Wisconsin smoking ban here.

Labor Day Weekend 2009 Events Milwaukee
Labor Day weekend is your last push at summer fun in Milwaukee. Find something fun to do with this listing of events on Labor Day weekend in Milwaukee.

Getting to the Wisconsin State Fair
Getting to the Wisconsin State Fair is no easy feat -- expect some congestion. If you drive, you have two options: park on the fair grounds, or park near the fair grounds, as most homes and businesses in the area...

Drive-in Movies at Fair Flicks
Add "go to the drive-in" to your list of things to do this summer. Milwaukee's State Fair Park will host Fair Flicks, a series of drive in movies, on most Friday and Saturday evenings throughout the month of July.

Milwaukee River Rhythms
Although there are a lot of events happening in Milwaukee during summer, many charge a hefty admission free. River Rhythms is one of the free options. Enjoy great music at Pere Marquette Park during River Rhythms.

Summerfest Free Admission Deals
A listing of Summerfest's daily admission deals. Summerfest 2009 is June June 25 - July 5.

Milwaukee Marriage Licenses
Getting hitched is hassle enough, so hopefully getting your marriage license can at least be simple! Learn how to apply for a marriage license in Milwaukee County.

Getting to Summerfest
The best ways to get to Summerfest: a list of shuttles, freeway flyer service, bike and motorcycle preferred parking lots and more.

Milwaukee Farmers Markets
For fresh produce and flowers, nothing beats buying from a farmers market. Find a farmers market in Milwaukee and learn which days to drop by.

Milwaukee Valentine's Day Ideas
Don't know what to do for your sweetheart on Valentine's? This list will help you find chocolate and candy (you really can't go wrong with that), and something fun to do on your Valentine's date.

Milwaukee Chocolate Shops
There is never a bad time for chocolate. Find chocolate shops in the Milwaukee area, the perfect gift for Valentine's Day, Easter, birthdays and more.

Milwaukee Flower Shops
Flowers are always a good idea. Find flower shops in the Milwaukee area, the perfect gift for Valentine's Day, birthdays, or any day that you want to make someone feel special. Find your Milwaukee-area florist now!

February Events in Milwaukee
February Events in Milwaukee - Milwaukee. A listing of arts, music and theatrical events in Milwaukee for February 2008.

Milwaukee Inauguration Events
January 20, 2009 will be an historic day as our country inaugurates its first black president. Celebrate with the rest of Milwaukee at one of the Inauguration Day events.

"Body Worlds" in Milwaukee
Body Worlds in Milwaukee -- Tips for visiting Body Worlds at the Milwaukee Public Museum

Top 5 Free Milwaukee Winter Activities
There's more to Milwaukee winter than sipping hot cocoa and watching television. Get out into the wild white wilderness and have some fun!

Voting by Absentee Ballot in Milwaukee
A guide for Milwaukee residents wanting to know about voting in Milwaukee. Find out how to register, where to vote, voting-day tips and more. Milwaukee Voter Central.

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