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08/02/2017

Road trip! Let's go to Green Bay for the Packer's Family Night! Besides a lot of other fun stuff, there will be a spectacular fireworks show with a laser display. Woohoo! http://www.packers.com/news-and-events/training-camp/family-night.html

When coming to the stadium for our games, please remember that you and your belongings will be searched upon entry. By tendering your ticket and entering the stadium, you consent to such searches and waive any related claims that you might have against the NFL, its member clubs, their affiliates and...

07/29/2017

In 2011, one-quarter (26%) of the victims of fireworks injuries were under age 15. Find out more about fireworks injury stats related to backyard and non-professional fireworks shows. https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/injury-prevention/fireworks-stats.htm

07/25/2017

Ahh, German Fest. Beer, brats, lederhosen, and . . . fireworks! Two nights!

July 28-30, 2017. Celebrate Milwaukee's Original Haus Party! (Boy do they love fireworks in Milwaukee!) Fireworks on Friday and Saturday, plus lots of music, sports, food, beer and wine and more!

07/18/2017

We're so lucky to be Milwaukeeans and have so many fireworks shows scheduled during the summer. Festa Italiana offers 3 nights of fireworks - crazy!

July 21-23, 2017. Celebrate Milwaukee's Italian Heritage (or just come out for a lot of food, fun, music, dancing and three nights of fireworks!)

07/01/2017

Alright, it's the big one! Milwaukee's 4th of July fireworks. I can't wait! 😃

Activities for the whole family begin at 11AM. Kite Festival, US Great Lakes Navy Band and more! Get there early, it'll be packed and at some point they stop allowing cars to get close.

06/27/2017

The Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates there were 1,300 emergency room visits last year due to fireworks injuries. Play it safe and go see a professionally set fireworks show instead! https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Fireworks_Report_2016.pdf?t.YHKjE9bFiabmirA.4NJJST.5SUWIQJ

06/26/2017

The Summerfest fireworks are always exicting - make sure you don't miss it!

Huge annual music festival that runs June 28 - July 2, and July 4 - 9, 2017 with tons of national touring acts check the website for the complete schedule.

06/15/2017

Hey fellow fireworks fans, know of any fireworks shows I should tell folks about? Hit the Reply link and let me know!

06/14/2017

Just a reminder - you can be given a fine up to $1000 for setting off fireworks within Milwaukee city limits. Don't do it! Check out one of our city's many fantastic fireworks shows instead!

06/13/2017

Here's the next great fireworks event coming up to feed you fireworks show need. :-)

Huge Polish festival (they claim it's the largest in the US) runs June 16-18, 2017 with tons of polka, entertainment. food, kids activities, fireworks and more! How do they not have Detroit's Polish Muslims booked for this??? Anyway - go - eat - SMACZNE!

06/10/2017

Remember everyone, it is illegal to set off fireworks in the city of Milwaukee. But in a city with SO many fireworks displays scheduled throughout the summer, it's easy to leave it to the pros!

06/10/2017

OK everybody, here's your first chance of the summer to go see a great fireworks show. It's always safer and more fun when you leave it to the pros! https://fireworksinwisconsin.com/events/milwaukee-pridefest/

Huge LGBT festival runs June 9-11, 2017 with tons of music, entertainment. food, the Pride Parade (June 11 at 2pm), fireworks and more!

07/24/2013

Battle of the Mascots at German Fest - Milwaukee's Original HAUS Party! Tell me more...

07/24/2013

Can't wait!!!!!!

07/24/2013

Grazie to Festa Italiana for last weekend's amazing fireworks! This weekend, German Fest - Milwaukee's Original HAUS Party, will be lighting up the sky on Friday and Saturday nights at 10:30 pm. Danke schön!

07/03/2013

LIVE from Veterans Park! Check out the Gift of Wings Kite and Marina cam...

Fireworks Kite Festival July 3, 2013..BOOM BOOM.. KSWI in Conjuction with Gift of Wings, US Bank and Your Milwaukee County Parks..CountyParks.com, will sponsor our annual Fireworks Kite Festival.

07/03/2013

Absolutely cannot wait for the BIG fireworks show tonight at 9:30pm!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- U.S. Bank will host a fireworks display on the Milwaukee Lakefront on Wednesday, July 3. The extravaganza begins at approximately 9:30 p.m. The fireworks show will be launched f...

07/03/2013

Spark-tacular!! Say hi to Mayor Tom Barrett at our Fourth of July events in the Milwaukee County Parks...

06/28/2013

Check out all of the exciting events, parades and firework shows from the city's Fourth of July Commission, held at our fine Milwaukee County Parks.

Since 1911, the City of Milwaukee has provided its citizens, neighbors and visitors a safe and friendly celebration of America’s independence.

06/28/2013

WOW! A great list of the Milwaukee area Independence Day fireworks and parades...

Photo credit: Kristyna Wentz-Graff - Flag bearers march in a Waukesha Fourth of July parade. Dozens of parades are scheduled in the area.

06/26/2013

Boom-ba-boom-boom-boom! Summerfest practice round?!

06/26/2013

Woo-Hoo! It's the first night of Summerfest ...and that means the Big Gig fireworks are here!!! Enjoy the beautiful explosions in the sky at 9:30 pm tonight.

06/04/2013

And so it begins...FIREWORKS! Saturday night at 9:30pm. PrideFest Milwaukee. YIPPPEEE!!!!

05/14/2013

The Milwaukee Public Library is offering a FREE informative session at 12:00PM this Wednesday, May 15th, called "Tips and Tricks for Raising a Super Reader." Lunch will be provided by Cousins Subs. As space is limited, please register by calling (414) 268-3011. Reading for pleasure is a lifelong habit that begins
in childhood – as young as infancy!

05/14/2013

Hey Kids - Be a Super Reader!

Shirts available for men, women, toddlers, and babies! Other fun items are available as well. http://www.cafepress.com/MPLSuperReader

04/18/2013

Check out this new video from Milwaukee Energy Efficiency and learn more about the city's great home energy efficiency program - Save Energy, Earn Cash!

Did you know that insulating your home and a new furnace can make your air conditioning work better and keep you cool all summer long, while saving you money...

03/06/2013

You have until midnight TONIGHT to cast your vote for Milwaukee...Please vote NOW!

Vote below for your favorite idea among the 20 Mayors Challenge finalists! Voting is open from February 20 through March 6. The Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Mayors Challenge is a competition designed to inspire America’s mayors to generate innovative ideas that solve major challenges and improve city l...

03/01/2013

Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!
Celebrate the beloved author’s birthday with stories, music, birthday treats and live entertainment by Chris Fascione and Jeanie B. Meet live turtles, get your face painted, decorate a cookie, and much more.
Saturday, Mar. 2, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Milwaukee Public Library - Central

02/27/2013

Don't forget to Vote for Milwaukee!!!

Milwaukee is one of 20 cities competing in the Bloomberg Philanthropies Mayors Challenge Fan Favorite contest and WE NEED YOUR VOTE!

Visit http://huff.to/VKtvXW to see Milwaukee's final Mayors Challenge video and .

Please SHARE this with your friends to show your support and spread the word.

02/04/2013

TODAY - Super Science for Super Kids at Zablocki Library
Bring your friends to make things that fly and spin, create your own musical instrument and get in touch with your inner mad scientist. For ages 6-12. Monday, Feb. 4, 6-7:30 p.m.

01/28/2013

TONIGHT! Super Science for Super Kids - Bring your friends to make things that fly and spin, create your own musical instrument and get in touch with your inner mad scientist. For ages 6-12.
Monday, Jan. 28, 6-7:30 p.m. Zablocki Library

01/03/2013

Hello friends...Happy New Year!

11/16/2012

Almost as fun as fireworks!!!

Everyone is invited to join Mayor Tom Barrett, County Executive Chris Abele, and Alderman Ashanti Hamilton at Red Arrow Park on Monday, November 19th at 4:30 p.m. to watch as they flip the switch lighting the 2012 City/County Christmas Tree.

Hope to see you, your family, friends and colleagues at Red Arrow Park on Monday evening!

08/03/2012

Go Green with my friend Energy Einstein!

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 will show its appreciation for all downtown employees with a week of events designed around you. So round your fellow comrades and join us in your next assignment.