They stand for diversity, creativity, and ordinary people, so it’s no wonder they have become part of the Riverwest landscape. Since 1993, Milwaukee Public Theatre (MPT) has performed in Gordon Park every year on the 4th of July
June 2002
COA Introduces a New Riverwest Cultural Arts Program for Kids
In recent weeks, Riverwest youth (ages 7-18) have visited the Art Museum, Mitchell Park Domes, and Public Museum; attended the film screening of “Dear Rita” at UWM; and watched a Ko-Thi Dance performance at the Pabst Theater. Last month, COA Youth & Family Centers went Salsa with a Latin Fiesta highlighted by performances of Latin […]
Children’s Summer Activities
Children’s Outing Association (COA) Camp Helen BrachmanA great residential camp for Riverwest Youth, located in Central Wisconsin approximately 3 hours from Milwaukee. For ages 8-15 years, cost is $600 per session (includes transportation, meals, lodging, insurance, activities, arts & crafts, swimming, canoeing and workshops). Scholarships Available! Call 263-8383. Session 1: June 28-July 8Session 2: July […]
An American Classic: Fourth of July at Gordon Park
by Jan Christensen It happens every year…early in the morning on the Fourth of July, you hear it. The sounds of a marching band, faintly at first, getting closer… Quick, pull on some clothes and run out to the street! It’s the Fourth of July parade in Riverwest. A neighborhood dignitary heads up an enthusiastic […]
It’s a Street Party Like No Other
by Jim Linneman and Tess Reiss Tell your neighbors and bring your friends to the Locust Street Festival on Sunday, June 9, from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Now in its 26th year, the Locust Street Festival extravaganza has become one of Milwaukee’s most colorful and finest old-time street festivals. In 2001, Shepherd Express readers […]
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