EVENTS

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20 Years of Creative Transformation in the Menomonee River Valley
Sep
28

20 Years of Creative Transformation in the Menomonee River Valley

Join us as we walk along the Hank Aaron State Trail and tell the surprising story about how this revitalization unfolded, from kids who wanted a place to play soccer to the first park built by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. We’ll hear numerous examples of collaboration and creative problem-solving along the way.

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Happy Hour Cruise
Sep
26

Happy Hour Cruise

Three cruises on the Menomonee River offer a journey through the Valley’s past and a glimpse of its future—as well as beer and cocktails!

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Valley Job Fair
Sep
24

Valley Job Fair

The Job Fair offers onsite interviews and a virtual listing for those unable to attend in person, along with the opportunity to meet with Valley companies that are hiring right now.

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Sunset Kayak Tour - SOLD OUT
Sep
23

Sunset Kayak Tour - SOLD OUT

Embark on a relaxing paddle into the sunset on the Menomonee River. We'll touch on the history of the Valley, share some fun facts, and see the city from a different perspective. On the way back, we'll switch on our headlamps and enjoy a moonlit trip back past the Harley-Davidson Museum® and other sights.

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Valley Week Bags Tournament
Sep
23

Valley Week Bags Tournament

Get your tossing arm ready for bags, brews, and bragging rights at the annual Valley Week Bags Tournament as you toss your way to the top! Will you have the chance to gaze upon the traveling trophy for the next year?!

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Ultimate Beer Run 3.7K
Sep
21

Ultimate Beer Run 3.7K

  • Third Space Brewing & City Light Lights Brewing (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This popular, high energy run/walk includes a mid-point beer AND a finisher beer - full size, folks! Your taste buds will continue to dance long after your feet stop moving. The Ultimate Beer Run 3.7K takes you in a loop between Third Space Brewing and City Lights Brewing Company - run, walk, take all day and enjoy it!

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"Urban Escape" Limited Edition Beer Release
Sep
19

"Urban Escape" Limited Edition Beer Release

Tapping the Menomonee River Valley Urban Escape is a celebration of the transformative changes that have taken place in the Valley in the last 20 years. The first 50 people to purchase Urban Escape will get a commemorative Menomonee River Valley pint glass!

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SideWAUK Session: Menomonee River Valley
Aug
1

SideWAUK Session: Menomonee River Valley

Step outside of your comfort zone and discover a new neighborhood in an innovative way, build meaningful relationships, learn what people are doing to improve Milwaukee, get to your step goals, get your creative juices flowing in the morning, and be a tourist in your own city!

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Menomonee River Kayak Tour
Jul
23

Menomonee River Kayak Tour

Join us for a unique paddling experience to explore the Menomonee River and its canals. We will learn about its history and how this area was vital to Milwaukee’s growth, the unique projects that made it a national model of environmental sustainability, and the exciting developments in the works!

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Valley Bingo
Jul
19
to Oct 13

Valley Bingo

Brand new this year – Valley Bingo in honor of 20 years of transformation in the Valley! Get a bingo, win a prize. Get a blackout, enter a raffle for premier prizes! You’re also sure to learn why we love this awesome neighborhood in the heart of Milwaukee!

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Menomonee River Kayak Tour
Jun
20

Menomonee River Kayak Tour

To celebrate 20 years of transformation, Menomonee Valley Partners & Milwaukee Kayak Company are partnering to create a unique paddling experience to explore the Menomonee River and its canals. We will learn about its history and how this area was vital to Milwaukee’s growth, the unique projects that made it a national model of environmental sustainability, and the exciting developments in the works!

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Bike through time in the Menomonee River Valley
Jun
8

Bike through time in the Menomonee River Valley

  • 6th & Canal Street, across from the Harley-Davidson Museum Milwaukee (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This year marks a milestone of redevelopment and revitalization in Milwaukee's Menomonee River Valley. Join us as we point out the tremendous transformation of the last 20 years as well as highlights from the last 200 years! 

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Urban Manufacturing Alliance National Gathering
Jun
5
to Jun 7

Urban Manufacturing Alliance National Gathering

Menomonee Valley Partners is excited to partner with the Urban Manufacturing Alliance to hold their 2019 National Gathering in Milwaukee. Held in a different city each year, the fifth Gathering will highlight how makers, manufacturers, and practitioners are rewriting the narrative around manufacturing.

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20 Years of Creative Transformation in the Menomonee River Valley
May
13

20 Years of Creative Transformation in the Menomonee River Valley

Join Menomonee Valley Partners as we walk along the Hank Aaron State Trail and tell the surprising story about how this revitalization unfolded, from kids who wanted a place to play soccer to the first park built by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. We’ll visit the Menomonee Valley Community Park, Valley Passage, Three Bridges Park, and North Bank Trail – hearing numerous examples of collaboration and creative problem-solving along the way.

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