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Archive for March, 2009

Community Conversation

Community Conversation

Community Conversation

You are invited to a Community Conversation on employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.  Please join us for an evening of conversation about how our community can increase employment and other opportunities for our citizens with disabilities. Join us as we explore together ways to create new opportunities in our community. We’ll have an informal and engaging conversation over coffee and desserts.

Wine Tasting To benefit the Wauwatosa Beautification Committee

Bring a friend and join your neighbors for an evening of wine tasting, fun and a chance to stroll the shops at Hawks.wauwatosa-beautification

April 23rd, 5:30-8:00pm
Hawk’s Nursery
12217 Watertown Plank Road
Wauwatosa

Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Tickets are available at the following outlets:
Hawk’s Nursery | Sendik’s Food Market, 8616 W North Avenue | Alfa Flower Shop, 7001 W North Avenue | The Flower Lady, 1460 Underwood Ave | Lockers, 9125 W North Avenue | Rose’s Flower Shop, 800 N 68th Street | Wisconsin Garden & Pet, 8520 W North Avenue | Blue Lapin, 7600 Harwood Avenue | Wauwatosa Senior Center, 7300 Chestnut Street.

For more information please visit www.wbc-wi.org or call 414-807-5652

Tuesdays at Ten Storytime at Cranky Al’s

Join Molly at Cranky Al’s for Tuesdays at Ten storytime.  Molly engages children in reading, singing and socializing  – while you can enjoy a cup of coffee and breakfast.  Stop by every Tuesday at 10am at Cranky Al’s.  For more details, visit www.tuesdaysatten.blogspot.com or call Molly at 414.303.0799.

Town Hall Meeting

Wauwatosa Mayor to Host First Town Hall Meeting
Meeting to Focus on Hart Park and Community Issues

Wauwatosa Mayor Jill Didier is pleased to announce her first town hall meeting to be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Garden Room of the Muellner Building, 7300 Chestnut Street, Wauwatosa, WI 53213.

The meeting will focus on Wauwatosa’s Hart Park, the city’s center for recreation and community events.  Mayor Didier and city officials will update the community on recent improvements to the park and plans for further development.  Wauwatosa residents are invited to join the Mayor to ask questions and talk about community issues and concerns.  A majority of Common Council members may be present, but no action will be taken.

For more information on the meeting, please call David Brinker at 414-479-8900 ext. 5605 or email dbrinker@wauwatosa.net.

Escape the Winter Doldrums at you Neighborhood Stores

The following businesses invite you to Escape the Winter Doldrums at a special neighborhood business event this Saturday, March 7 from 10am to 3pm. Come out to see what treasures are in store. Enjoy discounts, samples and in-store specials. While there, be sure to sign up for a gift basket drawing.

Be sure to stop by these businesses this Saturday!

Colonel Pops, Curves, Venturi’s Market & Deli, Elektra Lights & Fans, Harmony Nail & Spa, Nail Design, East Town Café, Innovative Image , Dabish & Assoc.

All shops listed are located on North Avenue between LeFeber and 72nd Streets. A percentage of the days’ sales will be donated to Aldrich Family Fund.