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We almost had free burgers
Inside: Mequon Nature Preserve, K9 Carnival, KidsFest and more
We were this close to living the free burger fever dream. I may have jinxed it by publishing this list. Sorry! But it could be worse - the Brewers still have the best record in baseball, we still have The Miz and there are plenty more Brewers promotions that won’t require waiting in a line for hours for a free burger. There are still more baseball adventures to come!
Not to look beyond summer, but we are planning ahead for our fall. Here’s how you can partner with North Shore Family Adventures.
Know the North Shore: Mequon Nature Preserve
The Mequon Nature Preserve offers 510 acres of restored woodlands, wetlands, and prairies just minutes from Milwaukee – completely free, year-round. With 6 miles of family-friendly trails, a 40-foot observation tower, and an all-natural playspace, this hidden gem provides outdoor adventure for every age. Kids can explore diverse ecosystems while spotting birds, butterflies, and wildlife, or climb the observation tower for panoramic views. And this week, you can experience FREE activities with the Mequon Nature Preserve Summer Playdate.
Shorewood
Customer Appreciation Days at Fiddleheads Coffee Roasters
Saturday, July 26, 11 AM-2 PM
Shorewood Cafe (4334 N. Oakland Ave, Shorewood)
Fiddleheads is saying thank you with live music, face painting, free drip coffee, 40% off bakery, local vendors and more.
Whitefish Bay
Community Beer Garden
Thursday, July 24, 5-7 PM
JCC Upper Courtyard
Grab your friends for local brews from New Barons Brewing Cooperative, live music by Jon Hintz, delicious BBQ from Paul's Smokehouse & BBQ for purchase, and great community vibes! Bring lawn chairs and blankets.
Glendale
Live @ The Oasis Concert
Wednesday, July 23, 6:30-8:30 PM
Richard E. Maslowski Community Park (2200 W. Bender Rd.)
Enjoy live music from the Eddie Butts Band in this outdoor concert series perfect for the whole family!
Fox Point
RESCHEDULED FOR TONIGHT! The Spiders from Milwaukee perform at Longacre Pavilion from 6-8:30 PM in this free outdoor concert featuring classic rock covers spanning from Elvis Presley through David Bowie. This multigenerational playlist creates perfect family entertainment where parents and kids can enjoy familiar favorites together.
Mequon
Mequon Nature Preserve Summer Playdate
Saturday, July 26 from 11 am-2 pm.
The Mequon nature center hosts a FREE day of tractor rides, games, live music from Rohn Larson, food and more. One ticket per carload of people. Register here.
KidsFest presented by Don & Joan Sommer and Family
Saturday, July 26, noon to 5 pm
Thiensville Village Park
Experience a Taylor Swift tribute band and Disney princess meet-and-greet, fire trucks, emergency vehicles, inflatables, face painting, games, and more!
Mequon-Thiensville Farmers Market
Tuesday, July 29, 9 am - 2 pm
Village Park (250 Elm St., Thiensville) hosts 70+ Wisconsin vendors
Summer Style
This year, be the coolest person chilling at Summer Sounds and show your love of Yacht Rock with the rad gear of Middle Class Fancy. Get 15% off with this link!
Beyond the North Shore
Cedarburg K9 Carnival
Cedarburg K9 Carnival
Saturday, July 26, 10 AM-2 PM
Cedarburg City Hall Lawn
FREE tail-wagging fun for the whole family! Dogs can splash in pools, tackle agility courses, and pose for photos while you browse K9 vendors, meet adoptable pups, and enjoy frozen pup-cups from Lakeside Cookie. Bring water and a leash! Visit cedarburgfestivals.org/k9carnival.
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North Shore History: Capitol Drive
The intersection of Capitol and Oakland Ave. Photo via Shorewood Historical Society.
Capitol Drive holds the record for most name changes in Shorewood history, cycling through four different identities before settling on its current designation. Originally called Lake Street, it became Mineral Springs Road, then Atwater Road, and finally Capitol Drive in 1927 when the concrete bridge across the Milwaukee River near the Oak Leaf Trail connected it to Capitol Drive on Milwaukee's west side.
See you out there,
North Shore Family Adventures
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