November 30 & December 1, 2012Be part of an old-fashioned Christmas tree lighting in the heart of the Historic Third Ward on Friday, November 30 starting at 5pm in Catalano Square (corner of Broadway and Menomonee - click here for a map). Santa and his reindeer welcome the holiday season with fireworks, the Trinity Irish Dancers and more! Bring the kids and your mittens!
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Receive a cookie and tell Santa what you want for Christmas. Have your picture taken with Santa for a $5.00 donation or bring your own camera. Proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities. And, if you can’t make it on the 30th or 1st, Santa is scheduled to return during the following weekend!
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Friday, November 30 |
6 to 8pm |
Saturday, December 1 |
12 to 2pm and 4 to 6pm |
Friday, December 7 |
5 to 7pm |
Saturday, December 8 |
5 to 7pm |
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Join us Friday at Catalano Square as we gather around the Christmas tree and enjoy some spectacular holiday music. |
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From the latest clothing and accessories to chic home furnishings and amazing art, get all of your holiday shopping done in the shops of the Historic Third Ward. Find great savings and unique gifts at local retailers - click here for specials! Shop local this holiday season! |
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Santa doesn't just eat cookies! Bring the kids on Saturday for a holiday breakfast buffet with the Big Guy from 9 to 10am and then enjoy listening to carolers while creating fun holiday crafts from 10 to 11am. Breakfast with Santa will be held at The Gallery by KASANA (241 N. Broadway in the Garden Level).
Buffet will be available from 9am to 10am only. Adults: $12.50 / Children (3yr to 12yr): $8.00 / Under 2 are free. One dollar from each breakfast sold will be donated to the Ronald McDonald House. For reservations and payment, please call KASANA at 414.224.6158. Space is limited. Call today! |
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Friday 5-8pm, Saturday 12-2pm Santa's elves will be on hand to answer questions like "do reindeer really fly?" And "is Rudolph's nose really red?" You'll BELIEVE when you see them... |
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We're lighting up the Ward for the holidays! Vote for your favorite retailer window beginning November 28 online at historicthirdward.org. Voting will end on Wednesday, December 19 at midnight. Winners will be posted online Thursday, December 20. may the best window win! |
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Find your perfect Christmas tree in Catalano Square! Choose from Fraser Fir, Balsam Fir or White Pine. Sized from 4 feet to 10 feet, prices range from $25 to $60. Call 414.220.9600 to pre-order or stop by the park during the following times:
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Fri, Nov 30 ~ 3-8pm |
Fri, Dec 7 ~ 3-8pm Sat, Dec 8 ~10am-7pm Sun, Dec 9 ~10am-5pm |
Hot chocolate, coffee, and hot apple cider will be available to warm you up. Cocoa cocktails will be on hand for the adults. Chestnuts will be roasting on an open fire and food trucks will serve up grilled cheese and pizza. Third Ward restaurants will be open and serving festive fare, too. Yum! Holiday cookies! Buy one or buy a dozen! Cookie sale proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Wisconsin. A special thanks to our cookie sponsors! Alterra Coffee Roasters, Whole Foods Market, Metro Market, Wild Flour Bakery, Canfora Bakery, Patricia O'Brien & Co., Milwaukee Cupcake Company, and Outpost Natural Foods. |
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Friday 5:30pm - 8pm and Saturday 12 - 2pm. Board at the northeast corner of Broadway and Chicago. $3 Adult, $1 Child (12 and under). |
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Park your vehicle in either of the Historic Third Ward parking structures for just $2 on Friday after 4pm. Structures are located at 212 N. Milwaukee Street and 225 E. Chicago Street. |
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Join us as we welcome Santa's reindeer back to Catalano Square. 















