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Elevate Your Spring Brunch • Royal Roost • Denim & Diamonds • Celebrate Spring
Spring 2016 $3.95
With grateful recognition of all those who helped make another successful year.
Celebrating real estate success since 1985.
Deanna recently hosted her customer appreciation reception in the Upper Ballroom at Seven Seas. This annual event allows her to thank and acknowledge past customers and clients for their business and referrals. A festive atmosphere provided the perfect backdrop as all those who gathered enjoyed great food, spirits and warm conversation. Office: (262) 646-6800 • Metro: (262) 797-7119 Cell: (414) 640-1897 • Voice Mail: (262) 754-6400 ext 1322
Internet: http://www.DeannaLentz.com • E-mail: lentz@gdinet.com
Antiques & Uniques
Mall on Main
Open 7-Days a Week
262-844-1819
250 West Main St. Downtown Waukesha, WI During construction, there is plenty of parking by our established west entrance, and over bridge, across river. Enter our back entrance at 331 Riverfront Plaza. Google Riverfront Plaza for additional directions.
Spring Events Saturday, April 23 Appraisal Fair $5 appraisals (profits donated to HAWS).
Sunday, May 8 Mother’s Day Bring Mom in for her Mother’s Day rose, and a $10 gift certificate with our compliments.
Sunday, May 22 Flea Market Outside our Riverfront Plaza doors. antiquedealer88@aol.com to reserve your spot.
Saturday & Sunday, June 11-12, Food Drive for Waukesha Food Pantry. Sunday, June 19 Father’s Day Bring Dad in for his complimentary gift.
Over 85 dealers and growing. Dealer space is available.
WE ALSO BUY ANTIQUES. Call 262-844-1819 for an appointment to show your unique items, flatware, coins, gold, silver, rhinestone jewelry, and much, much more.
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njoy the spirit of the spring season in a unique and relaxing atmosphere. Monches Farm has been a destination for adventurous and discerning gardeners since 1980. Here you’ll find over 2,000 varieties of flowering plants as well as a gift shop with unusual gifts, antiques and seasonal items. Come and discover!
Westphal Mansion Inn Bed & Breakfast
Experience old world elegance and gracious hospitality Welcome to Hartford’s premier bed & breakfast. This stately, 1913 historic, English Tudor mansion overlooks picturesque historic downtown Hartford. Experience luxury in one of the 8 antique appointed suites, each with their own private attached bath.
Nestled in The Westphal Mansion Inn Bed and Breakfast.
Indulgence Chocolates, Harney & Sons Teas, Eclectic Antiques, Designer & Artist Originals, Gifts, Collectibles, Vintage Fragrant Isle Products, Shabby Chic & English Cottage Furniture, Fripperies, Handmade Soaps & Quilts Unique Baby & Ladies Apparel & Accessories
90 South Main St., Hartford, WI 53027
262-673-7938
www.westphalmansioninn.com
Monches Farm Since 1980
5890 Monches Road, Colgate In the scenic Holy Hill area. 262-966-2787
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262-670-6950 Enjoy our NEW, Bigger location just South of former spot!
43A North Main St., Hartford (Near the corner of Hwy 60 & Hwy 83) Mon.-Wed., 7am-7pm; Thurs.-Sat., 7am-9 pm & Sun., 8am-2pm.
www.monchesfarm.com
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Perc Place, in downtown Hartford has a cozy atmosphere, unique decor and excellent service that keeps customers coming back! Whether you’re looking for a quick latte and a homemade muffin, or a lunch with your closest friends, Perc Place can accommodate anyone. They offer organic and gluten-free options. Serving a full dinner menu 4-7 p.m., Monday-Friday. Stop in for breakfast-lunch or dinner…we have a table waiting for you!
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A Sampler of
Wisconsin
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A look inside some of our favorite shops.
special pieces
discerning gardners
A Conversation Piece Give those treasured pieces of furniture a revival or let us do it for you, with our General Finishes Milk Paints and Gel Stains or Old Town Chalk Paints. Offering paint classes for those that want the reward of doing it yourself. Stop in to see our painted furniture and other home decor and gift ideas. 132 S. 6th Ave., West Bend, WI. www.aconversationpiecellc.com. Call 262335-1100 for appointment or additional information.
glow in the dark
Monches Farm Monches Farm has been a destination for adventurous and discerning gardeners since 1980. Growing over 2,000 varieties of hardy fieldgrown perennials, herbs and unusual annual plants. Located in the scenic Holy Hill area at 5890 Monches Road, Colgate, WI. www.monchesfarm.com. 262-966-2787.
switch it up Savoring Thyme
Over The Moon Featuring the Moonglow line of jewelry. Pick any date you want to commemorate, a birthday, an anniversary or graduation. Choose from the Moonglow classic necklace with black Swarovski crystal, or special order from a collection of bracelets, necklaces, rings and more. Your moon will gently glow in the dark, reminding you of that special moment! Discover this line and many more new and vintage treasures. Like us on Facebook and check out www.overthemoonwb.com. 1720 Barton Avenue, West Bend. 262-388-6842.
Sassafras Mats are a 2-piece solution incorporating a durable surround or tray that holds a cushioned floormat insert that's easily changed out for the seasons or special occasions. We have many inserts and mats to choose from. Mention this listing and get 20% off the floor mat. A great selection is available at Savoring Thyme, LLC. 248 N. Main Street, downtown West Bend, WI. 262-338-8403. www.savoringthyme.net. Sign up for our monthly newsletter.
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The Classic Decor Details To Complete Your Design
designXchange
The exceptional quality you expect at a fraction of the price. designXchange Home Decor Consignment fills the home with the finest home accessories and furniture. At designXchange we have an ever changing inventory from the finest homes. We are the designers secret source for one-of-a-kind pieces.
Hartland & Pewaukee www.designXchange.biz
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Spring Features 5, 15
A Sampler of Country Life Inspired ideas from some of our favorite shops.
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Taste of Country Life— Elevate Your Spring Brunch If you’ll be hosting friends and family for brunch this spring, make your gathering as simple as it is scrumptious with a decadent brunch menu.
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We Love Antiques Special finds at some of our favorite antiques shops.
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Royal Roost Discover one woman’s passion for poultry and learn why raising chickens in your backyard can be a fun and entertaining pastime.
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Denim & Diamonds Now on countrylifemag.com
The New Berlin Shops and Stops near National Avenue are once again opening their doors for a very special evening of fun anad fundraising to benefit the Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance (WOCA).
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More Taste of Country Life— Sensational Spring Flavors Brighten up your spring family gatherings with the sweet flavors of the season. You can prepare a delicious brunch for your family or bring a fun dessert to your next get together.
At Home with Country Life— Celebrate Spring The vibrant yellow of forsythia, paired with the welcome shades of green foliage that herald the arrival of spring, is celebrated in this cheerful arrangement.
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A Country Affair A town & country guide to special events.
On the cover: Antique chicken courtesy Farm Girl Art & Antiques, Milwaukee. Photography by Stonehill Studios. WISCONSIN COUNTRY LIFE
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West Bend
Historic Downtown West Bend’s Premier Destinations.
fine gifts & home décor
Come discover the joys of Serendipity! We are welcoming spring with an abundance of happy colors, scents, and textures in store. Stop in and see what all the fuss is about! For updates and events, join our mailing list by emailing serendipity@serendipitywb.com and/or follow us on Facebook.
600 S. Main Street, West Bend 262-338-2988 Tues.-Sat., 10a.m.-5 p.m.; Wed., 10 a.m.-7 p.m
A Conversation Piece llc
Home, Garden & Gifts
General Finishes. Milk Paint, Gel Stains and Glazes, Old Town Chalk Paint, Petite Ginger Snaps Jewelry, Nora Fleming, Mona B. Purses.
132 South 6th Avenue, Downtown West Bend, WI 262-335-1100 Thursday, 11a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday,10 a.m.-5 p.m; Saturday, 10 a.m.-3p.m.
www.aconversationpiecellc.com Find us on Facebook
Our gourmet popcorn is perfect for your SPECIAL EVENTS! Graduations & Communions Birthday Parties Showers & Weddings Family Movie Nights Company Meetings & Parties
OVER 25 Flavors
FREE Samples
STORE HOURS: Tue., Wed., Thur., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun.,Mon. CLOSED
148 N. Main Street • Downtown West Bend, WI 262.429.1070 • www.laughingmountainpopcorn.com Like us on Facebook/ Laughing Mountain Popcorn.
www.savoringthyme.net 248 North Main Street. West Bend, WI 262-338-8403 Mon.-Fri., 10-5; Wed., 10-7; Sat., 10-4 like us on facebook
Enjoy a relaxing visit while shopping at Savoring Thyme. We have hand selected new treasures for your pleasure. Our favorite lines; Amscan & Evergreen Décor • Tea Forte teas • Jellybean rugs Caldrea lotions/soaps • Armored wallets • Gourmet foods. New items arriving weekly– stop to see the great finds for spring.
Downtown West Bend Music on Main. Old Settlers’ Park. Thursdays, 6:30 p.m-9:30 p.m. June 2 thru September 1.
West Bend
Hwy 45 to Paradise exit, east to Main Street. Head north on Main towards downtown West Bend’s premier destinations! Come and enjoy!
2016 Spring Bling…a DIVA thing! Mingle, Shop and Support
Home Furnishings Consignment
a great cause on Thursday, April 28th
Furnish your entire home with style, quality and comfort for the fraction of the cost of new. Come visit our 3 showrooms of beautifully arranged home furnishings and accent pieces. We also carry a line of new upholstery made right here in Wisconsin. You may purchase from the floor or special order in your choice of fabrics. Every time you come in, it is like going on a treasure hunt!
Noon -9 p.m.
Join us for a fun day & evening of shopping and dining in Downtown West Bend. Presented by the Diva Group. Enjoy a day out with your gal pals, shopping, sipping and savoring all while helping a great cause....Chix 4 a Cause. Start at the Welcome Center at Schalla Jeweler, 235 S. Main St. Ride the trolley to the different shops. Enjoy the specials and what each shop has to offer. Have a delicious meal at one of our participating restaurants.
Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Closed Sundays.
337 North Main St. West Bend, WI 262-438-0008 • www.cherrypickins.com
Beauty
New & Vintage
Treasures
262-388-6842 1720 Barton Avenue West Bend, WI
Tuesday–Saturday, 10–5. Thurs. till 7; Sun. 11-4. “Like” us on Facebook www.facebook.com/overthemoonwb www.overthemoonwb.com
Royce Quilting Sales and Service
In Bloom
© 2016 Merle Norman Cosmetics, Inc. MERLENORMAN.COM
• Home decorating items • Ladies accessories–hats, scarves, purses, jewelry • Florals and candles • Seasonal merchandise
Book your FREE Makeover today 262-346-8386 1630 South Main Street West Bend, WI (In mall right behind Panera.)
Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. merlenormanstudios.com cosmetics
It’s A Stitch Quilt Guild 20th Anniversary Quilt Show
“Quilted Affair” April 30th & May 1st, 2016
Fine Fabrics, Books, Patterns, Kits, Classes & Clubs, Sewing, Quilting and Embroidery Machines
Over 250 handmade quilts and quilted items, raffle quilt, door prizes, free patterns & demonstrations, Granny’s Attic sale, “Bid or Buy Boutique”, vendors, bed peel. Admission $5.
www.roycequilting.com 840 South Main Street • West Bend, WI
Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School 3399 Division Road—County G Jackson, WI 53037 www.itsastitchquiltguild.com
262-338-0597
Mon. & Tues., 9:30-8; Wed., Thurs., Fri., 9:30-5; Saturday, 9:30-4. Closed Sunday.
Downtown West Bend Farmers’ Market. Every Saturday from May 21st thru October 29th.7:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Frenz Garden Center
We are here to help you with Spring Planting, Potting, Home & Garden Decor & More.
NEW THIS YEAR! Join the FUN!
Bring in your Containers...Choose your PLANTS... You Plant your Containers in our greenhouse. Then, We CARE for them in our greenhouse location until you are ready for them! Call our Greenhouse at 262-424-9212 for this unique Spring potting opportunity!
We offer...Planted Hanging & Patio Pots • Annuals & Perennials • Garden Art Decor & Gift Selection • Concrete Statuary & Fountains • Grasses • Pond Plants Wind Chimes • Minature Garden Area • Bird feeders, Houses & Seed
Snickers
Open Year round! Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 505 N. Main Street • Thiensville, WI 262-242-1060
www.frenzgardencenter.com • Like us on Facebook Only 3 miles South of Cedarburg, Only 5 miles from Pioneer Rd. or Mequon Rd. I43 Exits, On the West side of Main Street in downtown Thiensville...come enjoy Spring with us!
Taste of Country Life
Elevate Your Spring Brunch If you’ll be hosting friends and family for brunch this spring, make your gathering as simple as it is scrumptious with a decadent brunch menu. If you’re daunted by the diversity of dishes a brunch menu demands, remember that quality ingredients – not complex preparation – is what makes dishes truly stand out. Fresh produce and superior products instantly elevate a recipe from good to great. These brunch staples all start as basics, but get a boost with the right combination of quality ingredients: Made-to-order omelets are always a
hit because they guarantee you’re serving up exactly what your guests enjoy. Use a few winning ingredients to create an easy and quick omelet base, then offer an array of toppings, including unexpected flavors such as Jarlsberg brand cheese. Best known for its classic wedge, this nutty, mild cheese is also available in slices – perfect for the ooey-gooey factor everyone loves in an omelet. A classic French quiche combines fresh and flavorful ingredients, is easy to make and tastes delicious hot or cold. The quiche is simple enough to make that you can prepare several varieties, giving guests
plenty of options and handily filling a buffet spread. Simply prepare your crust and filling base then mix in fresh, crisp veggies that are steamed or lightly browned. Or create a savory, meaty quiche with your favorite sausage or bacon. Add some cheese before filling the crust and sprinkle some more cheese on top before baking. Finger foods bursting with flavor simply make brunch better. This recipe uses ready-rolled puff pastry sheets, rosemary and the distinctive taste of Jarlsberg Brand Cheese for a mouthwatering dish that can be featured at a tasting station or as part of a larger meal.
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Spring Brunch Find more recipes for your spring brunch at jarlsberg.com. Make Brunch a Breeze Skip the stress with these tips to make preparing your brunch simply delicious.
Now Open
Strack’s Antiques Wanted to Buy Antique Salvage Corbels & Wrought Iron Advertising Signs Old Toys Military Items Old Jewelry including Chunky Navaho Turquise Coins Old Clocks Pocket & Wrist Watches Movie & Advertising Memorabilia Comic Books High End Pottery & Glass Wood Decoys Antique Chinese Articles Fishing & Hunting Old Photos & Paintings Bronze Statues Folk Art Ornate Carved Furniture Antique Sterling Silverware
Always Professional, Friendly Service! Open Mon.- Sat., 9 a.m.- 6 p.m.
5767 S. 108th Street, (Hwy. 100) Hales Corners, WI 53130 Hwy 100 across from Pick n’ Save, Sherper’s & Starbucks
www.stracksantiques.com www.milwaukeeantiquedealor.com 414.416.3431 or 414.529.8836
Antique and heirloom furniture are treasures to be enjoyed. That’s why Milwaukee Mattress will custom make a new mattress to fit any odd-sized bedframe. Family direct to you from our Milwaukee facility and backed by a 15-year warranty, choose from six levels of firmness from luxury soft to super firm orthopedic to make sleeping on your antique bed better than when it was new.
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clearance center
423 N 3rd
262-781-3850 414-529-4282 414-271-7335 WISCONSIN COUNTRY LIFE
Easy Brunch Omelet Makes: 4 portions Toppings: mushrooms chorizo, bacon or ham cherry tomatoes spring onions herbs Omelet: 8 eggs 8 tablespoons water or milk 2 tablespoons butter 8 slices Jarlsberg Cheese 8 slices ham salt and pepper, to taste Prepare toppings. Fry mushrooms and chorizo, bacon or ham; cut cherry tomatoes and spring onions. To make omelet, crack eggs in bowl and add water, salt and pepper. Whisk eggs until they turn a pale yellow color, about 25-35 whisks. Heat frying pan on medium heat and melt butter. When butter is bubbly, add about one quarter of the egg batter. This will make one of four omelets. When batter starts setting, move hardened parts toward the middle, enabling the rest to get direct heat as well. Use a gentle hand to avoid scrambled eggs. When batter starts to look cooked, add cheese and meat and flip omelet over. The omelet should be slightly golden on fried side and a little runny and soft in the middle.
New Life for Your Antique Bedframe from Milwaukee Mattress
18525 W Capitol 4140 S 108th
1. Choose several make-ahead dishes that you can prepare well in advance, such as quiche or a breakfast bake. 2. Skip time-intensive pancakes and instead serve up a French toast casserole. 3. Prepare recipes using the highest-quality, freshest ingredients for the best results. 4. Give your meal a boost with unexpected but impactful touches, such as specialty butters, homemade jams and delicious cheeses. 5. Create beautiful and tasty accents for your buffet in minutes with pretty bowls or platters filled with colorful, seasonal fruit.
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We Love
Antiques Creating modern country style with antiques and flea market finds.
What Is It? This beautiful rooster soup tureen from the 1950s is stamped Italy on the bottom. It is in pristine condition and is available at Fox Lake Country Antique Mall at 201 North Fowler Street in downtown Oconomowoc, WI. Look for the BIG FOX sign (Hwy 16 becomes Wisconsin Ave., downtown). www.foxantiquemalls.com. Like Lake Country Antiques on Facebook. Call 262-560-0890 for more information.
look what we found This grouping of jewelry includes two pairs of earrings and one beautiful authentic stone pendant. The stones shown include diamonds, rubies, and garnets. This grouping, all or in parts, are available at Antiques and Uniques, Mall on Main, 250 West Main Street, downtown Waukesha, WI .They also purchase antiques, gold, silver, rhinestone jewelry, and much more. Call 262-844-1819 for info and like them on Facebook.
Dealer’s Choice A sampling of the many colors and patterns of authentic tin panels salvaged from ceilings of buildings from the 1800s to early 1900s. An incredible selection is available at designXchange in Hartland and Pewaukee, WI. designXchange features home decor consignment, along with new accents and antiques. Pewaukee, 175 Main St., 262-746-9477. Or, Hartland, 600 Hartbrook Dr., 262-367-1010. www.designXchange.biz.
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Warm up to spring Spring merchandise arriving daily
125 West Main Street, Cambridge 608-423-3740 A Unique Specialty Shop for Women facebook.com/thegarmentshop
Celebrating 10 Years in Business
201 N. Fowler St., Oconomowoc, WI 53066 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 7 days a week. Closed: Easter Sunday. Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Look for the BIG FOX sign! Come & experience a wide range of antiques - 22,000-sq.-ft. 100+ dealers all on one level with wide open aisles Wheelchair Accessible ~ Bus Tours Welcome ~ Plenty of Parking Directions: Hwy 16 to Oconomowoc (16 becomes Wisconsin Ave., downtown)
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A Sampler of
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beautiful & old
A look inside some of our favorite shops.
beautiful journey
Bell Et Vielle
Krumrich’s Jewelers Start your Journey at Krumrich’s Jewelers with beautiful diamonds and settings. Our caring service will be with you all the way. Give us a call for pick-up and delivery service and help to find parking and access during construction on the streets. 234 W. Main St., Suite 4. Waukesha, WI. 262-547-7206. www.krumrichsjewelers.com.
gingersnaps
personal statement
A new shop located in the Historic Village of Greendale offers thursday evening chalky-style painting classes 6-9 p.m. (every other Thursday), and Saturday morning classes 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (every other Saturday). The class fee is $47. Bring to class a piece that you can carry with one hand, we provide the paint, finishes, and fun. Shown is some of the many color choices available to revive your old piece and make it Belle et Vielle, meaning "Beautiful and Old". Call 414-446-2398 or go to www.beautifulandold.com for more information. Come see our beautiful upstairs studio, and let us show you why we love the products from the Maison Blanche Paint Co. so much. 5640 Parking Street in Greendale, WI. Like them on Facebook.
Shop To Carrie On Gift & Clothing Boutique Come see the largest selection of original full-size Gingersnap interchangable jewelry and accessories in the state of Wisconsin. Shown is a small sampling of the enormous selection. Show off your favorite team or dress up your beach attire with many nautical options. All make great gifts. Our shop boasts 25 local artisans and professional custom florals by the 40-year design team of Flowers To Carrie On. Also choose from boutique clothing Sm-4XL to match your fun, new Gingersnap selection or other jewelry options. Visit a touch of Door County without the drive. 11045 W. National Ave., West Allis. 414-282-1958. www.shoptocarrieon.com.
Diane’s DesignS A full-service design and repair jewelry store. We work with a customer seeking a one-of-a-kind piece and create a custom design that makes their jewelry a truly personal statement. We can take older family jewelry and refashion it into something that is more “you”, or take a treasured heirloom and restore it so it can be passed down for future generations to enjoy. Stop in and see our master jeweler Diane to see what unique creation can be made just for you. Located at 7344 West Greenfield Ave., downtown West Allis, WI. 414-774-7500. www.angelsontheavenue.com
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Charming historical hobby farm.
Continued from page 12 Finally, put omelet on plate and add garnish before serving. Puff Pastry Swirls Makes: 4 portions 4 ready-rolled puff pastry sheets 1 cup grated Jarlsberg Cheese 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped pepper to taste Heat oven to 400 F.
1850s log home nestled on 7+ acres in Hartford.
Renovated with today’s conveniences, farm-to-table living can be yours with everything this 4-BR, 2-BA home has to offer. Breathtaking stone NFP, gleaming HWFs, cathedral ceilings, large BRs, updated kitchen with island cooking center, 5-car attached garage with heat and electricity, dairy barn with room for horses, chickens and a studio and office; a greenhouse with gardens and land to play! $539,900
Mindy Riesen Realty 100 Realtors
414-750-4163 ©/text mindyr@remax.net www.MindyRiesen.coma
Where The German Tradition Lives On... German Imports For Advent And Christmas
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Exclusive Ethnic Collectables
Gift Certificates Available W62 N573 Washington Avenue Cedarburg, WI 53012
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Cheesy Bacon Quiche Makes: 4 portions Crust: 1 cup butter 1 cup flour 2 tablespoons water salt Filling: 1 cup bacon, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 leek 4 eggs 1/2 cup Jarlsberg Cheese, plus additional for topping, grated 3 tablespoons parsley 4 tablespoons cream Heat oven to 400 F.
…of a Country Victorian Inn that blends today’s comfort and conveniences with the captivating charm of the past. Elegant guest rooms feature antiques, whirlpool baths and fireplaces. Located in the heart of Cedarburg’s Historic District.
W15909 Old World Main St. Germantown, WI • 262-251-2121 Open Wed.-Sat. 11-7
On lightly floured work surface, roll out pastry sheets into 8-by-4-inch rectangles. Mix grated cheese, rosemary and pepper. Spread mixture over puff pastry. Roll up each pastry rectangle from short end. Press edges firmly together to seal roll. Slice each roll into 2-inch thick slices. Place face down on baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes. Tip: To make swirls rise more, don’t roll out pastry with rolling pin.
262-375-3550 • 800-554-4717 www.washingtonhouseinn.com
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In large bowl, mix butter, flour, water and salt together. Knead thoroughly to make firm dough. Pack dough in plastic wrap and let rest in refrigerator for 20 minutes. Press dough into full surface of pie plate and cover with aluminum foil. Prebake in oven 10 minutes, then remove aluminum foil and bake another 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in frying pan on medium heat, saute bacon. Add leek at end of cooking time. In bowl, whisk eggs and cream together and add grated cheese, parsley, bacon and leek. Pour filling into crust and top with grated cheese. Bake for 15 minutes, or until edge is golden brown and center is set. n
Guide to Milwaukee Area’s
Best Antique Shops Rustic Home Decor Bicycles & Parts Petroliana & Breweriana Architectural & Industrial Hardware Garage & Workshop Signs & Advertisement
3391 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53207
414-939-5207
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Tuesday-Saturday, noon to 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 3 p.m. rustysprocketsantiques@gmail.com
Mid-Century & Antique Mall
Selling & Consigning
Mid-Century Modern n Furniture n Lamps Art n Glass n Jewelry n Coins n Retro Vintage n MCM Herman Miller George Nelson n Home Decor & more! www.rvintagenmore.com Please call for seasonal hours.
2653 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee (Bay View), WI
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Milwaukee Auctions and Estate Sales, LLC Full Service Auction Company n Buy/Consign One piece or entire Estate! n Residential n Commercial “Clean out/Buy out” Service n Hoarder Sales Liquidation available for collectibles, prominent art & period pieces.
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Guide to Area Antique Shops 1. Antiques on Pierce 1512 W. Pierce St. – 414.645.9640 2. Clinton Street Antiques 1110 S. 1st St. – 414.732.6371 3. Antique Addicts 835 W. National Ave. – 414.395.0717 4. Riverview Antique Market 175 S. Water St. – 414.278.9999 5. Farm Girl Art & Antiques 803 S. 5th St. – 414.405.4210 6. Chez Jacques 1022 S. 1st St. – 414.672.1040 7. R Vintage N More 2653 S. Kinnickinnic Ave. – 414.243.1838 8. Clinton Street Annex Antiques 1106 S. 1st St. – 414.202.4201 9. Rusty Sprocket 3391 S. Kinnickinnic Ave. – 414.939.5207 10. Alts Antiques 602 S. 6th St. – 414.378.7177
Visiting for a day or a week? These nine stops are where you’ll find the treasures you seek!
Guide to Milwaukee Area’s
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2 Shops…Only 1 Stop ARCHITECTURAL n PRIMITIVES n GARDEN n INDUSTRIAL n UNIQUE!
803 South 5th Street
(corner of 5th & National) Milwaukee, WI
414.405.4210
Open Thursday 11-5, Friday 11-7 & Saturday 10-5
Check out our blog:
www.yourfarmgirl.com for directions and a preview of our shop. Questions? lisa@bernboys.com
Clinton Street Annex Antiques
Clinton Street Antiques
1106 South First Street, Milwaukee, WI
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A huge selection of quality antiques with one thing in common–Style formerly Antiques on Second
40,000-sq.-ft. with 130+ dealers On 2 floors & growing. Currently 130 Dealers
NEW Dealer Space available! OPEN DAILY ~ 10 am-5 pm
1512 West Pierce, Milwaukee, WI 54204 Only One Block North of National Ave.
414-645-9640
www.antiquesonpierce.com Like us on Facebook
Open 7-days a week, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 15,000-sq.-ft. ~ Dozens of Wisconsin’s top dealers Furniture, lamps, pictures, oils, rugs, dolls, toys, metalwork, architectural items, sports memorabilia, breweriana, advertising, art, pottery, ephemera, light fixtures, primitives, glass, china, ethnic, country, Arts and Crafts, mission nouveau, deco, retro, streamline, vintage clothing, hats, shoes and outerwear.
175 S. Water Street Milwaukee, WI 414.278.9999 www.RiverviewAntiqueMarket.com
Visiting for a day or a week? These nine stops are where you’ll find the treasures you seek!
Best Antique Shops MAKER MARKETS
Every 3rd Sunday of the month May-Sept Bayview Colectivo parking lot. Corner of Lincoln Ave. and Howell Ave. Supporting rotating talented artists, crafters, makers & designers from MKE and beyond selling everything you can imagine. Find original works, prints, illustrations, on the spot special orders, leather works, ceramics, new businesses, and more! Each Market is unique and features a different line up every Sunday that will leave you inspired about what is being created in this community.
May 15, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 3, Bay View Galllery Night. 5-10 p.m. June 19, 10 a.m-4 p.m. Go to MakerMarketMKE.com for future dates & info.
Take your celebration to France without a plane ticket
A cozy French Brasserie in the heart of Milwaukee offering authentic cuisine in a warm and romantic environment.
Make Holiday Party Reservations Now! Brunch • Lunch • Dinner www.chezjacques.com
est. 2001
414.672.1040
1022 S. 1st St., Milwaukee
Bay View
Bay View Art in the Park Monthly Fine Arts Event featuring 50 rotating artists from the Milwaukee area. Held every second Saturday (May through September) May 14th, June 11th, July 9th, August 13th, & September 10th. 2016 NEW LOCATION We are located at Humboldt Park 3000 S. Howell Ave., in Milwaukee, WI Next to the St. Francis Brewery Beer Garden. Bring the entire family and come enjoy our great park, local artists, live music and delicious fare at the St. Francis Brewery Beer garden.
Admission is FREE & welcoming to all! For additional info
www.bvartinthepark.com
Chez Jacques French Brasserie and many other unique food spots await your visit!
Kate’s Kloset A Women’s Boutique
57 N. Main St., Downtown Hartford
(Inside the Exchange Building)
262.457.2011
All it takes is one Key Piece to make your house a home. Our distinctive home furnishings will surround you with warmth, style, and comfort. We offer design and color consultations for any room. Tues.-Sat., 10-5; Sun., 11-4. Closed Mondays.
W282 N7148 Main Street, Merton. 262-337-1728 www.keypiecesdecor.com
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ELKHORN, WI Antique Flea Market May 15, June 26, August 14 & September 25
The General Store Antique Mall Shop in Kewaskum’s historic 2-story general store featuring over 80 dealers.
Open 7 days a week, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (closed major holidays)
Gift Certificates Available 1277 Fond Du Lac Ave. Kewaskum WI 53040 • 262-626-2885 20
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Gate $5 • Free Parking Opens 7am • No Pets Over 500 Inside & Outside Dealers Rain or Shine • Fairgrounds Hwy. 11
414-525-0820
www.nlpromotionsllc.com
Royal Roost
Let’s Raise Backyard Chickens
Karen Krumenacher has been raising chickens, bantam chickens, ducks, turkeys, guinea hens for the last 17 years right here in Wisconsin. Karen and her husband moved out of the city and into an old farmhouse. With her love for the outdoors, she needed something more than just her beloved cocker spaniel, Bentley II. After her first visit to Merton Feed to pick up dog food and wild bird seed, she came home with four chicks. As they grew and started producing eggs, Karen was amazed at how easy and rewarding it was to have “Royal Charmers”. Karen started Royal Roost four years ago because of her passion, experience and love of raising these critters, plus chickens produce an egg every 24 to 36 hours. Karen considers herself a “Chickens Raising Consultant”. Most of her consultations take place at clients homes. She helps you decide where to place a coop, suggest what type of coop, supplies you will need, what breed of chicken to get and overall care and preventative maintenance of your flock of happy hens.
Services that Royal Roost provides: n Consulting. n Coop design and set up. n Landscaping around your coop that is chicken friendly. n Coop Cleaning and waste removal. n Education on breeds, lifecycle of a chicken and overall maintenance of your flock. n Chicken sitting. Planning on being gone, Karen comes and checks on your flock to collect eggs, fill food and water. n Recently Karen has started to make and sell homemade egg bakes, egg nests and quiches. You can find order forms and information at Roost at Lynndale Farms. 8 Reasons To Raise Your Own Backyard Chickens 1. Backyard entertainment. 2. Easy and low cost to start-up and maintain. 3. Fresh eggs. 4. Compost—any fruit or veggie scraps you produce in the
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Royal Roost kitchen can be given to the chickens. 5. Pest control. 6. Great responsibility for children. 7. Topic of conversation with friends and family. 8. Therapeutic. A cause near and dear to Karens heart is the Key West Wildlife Center in Key West, Florida. Two dollars from each one of her Royal Roost t-shirts sold is donated to the center. The center rescues and rehabs Key West chickens that roam freely on the island. During spring, Karen gives many presentations at local places like Merton Feed Mill, Friends of Nature and Roost at Lynndale Farms. Even Karens’ children have started raising chickens. Chickens are an easy pet for children of all ages to care for. Care begins when we get 1-day old chicks. Her children, collect eggs, fill food, water and clean the coops—3 to 4 times a year. The best is watching children interact and spending quality time with them. For more information about Royal Roost, visit www.myroyalroost.com. Like our page on Facebook–Royal Roost. n
* Royal Roost Coops: Set & Design, Inside & Out. What Breed? We’ll help you decide your Royal Charmers. * * Care Instuction For Your Queens To Produce the finest eggs in all the land. * Coop cleaning & waste disposal. * Education on the life cycle of your royal charmers. * Need a break? Let us maintain while you’re away. * Installation of gardens around your royal roost. * Homemade quiches & eggbakes. We deliver. You’ll delight.
Karen P. Krumenacher ( 262. 574.1096 royalroost22@gmail.coom
Hawthorne Hill Farm 16370 West Small Road, New Berlin near Hwy 43 & the Ridge Cinema
414-688-5854
2016 Spring & Summer Markets A Charming Remix Market
Fri. & Sat., May 20 & 21, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun., May 22, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Summer Flea Market
Fri. & Sat., June 25 & 26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE admission and parking across street
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These Retail Shops Showcase Local Artisans The makers and creators of local art from the greater Milwaukee area. Handmade wearables, art, handcrafts and gifts galore. Stop, shop and support local art.
Shop To Carrie
Featuring the work of over 150 independent designers of clothing, accessories, home goods and gifts.
Gift & Clothing Boutique
11045 W. National Ave., West Allis, WI 53227
“Door County without the drive” Shop Small and Buy Local
Art Installations Monthly Classes and Workshops Jewelry and Metal Smithing Classes
Hours Monday-Friday 11-7 Saturday 11-6 & Sunday 11-4
2224 S. Kinnickinnic Ave. in Bay View 414-747-9229 | www.SparrowCollective.com
25 Local Artisans, Flowers To Carrie On Florals Boutique Clothing Sm-4XL GingerSnap Interchangeable Jewelry Monthly Girl’s Nite Out Fashion Show Market Saturdays booths of from ‘Resale to Retail’ vendors
www.shoptocarrieon.com 414-282-1958
Closed Mon. till spring. Tues.-Fri., 10-6; Sat., 10-4; Sun. 11-4
Twirly Birds is a one of a kind shopping destination where the early bird gets the worm! Our vintage offering includes everything from chippy primitive, industrial, mid-century, and handcrafted treasures made with vintage ingredients. Thursday, 11-5; Friday, 11-7; Saturday, 10-5. Shop or sell by appointment. 6429 West North Avenue, Wauwatosa, WI | twirlybirdsdecor.com info@twirlybirdsdecor.com | Kim: 414-573-9845 | Penny: 414-429-2548
Maker Markets. Every 3rd Sunday of the month. May thru September. The parking lot of Colectivo in Bay View, Corner of Lincoln and Howell Ave.
Greendale
For more information, go to www.discovergreendale.com or www.greeendalecelebrations.org
Spring into Greendale, Saturday May 7, 2016 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Broad Street in Downtown Greendale will be closed for this fun, annual springtime event! Come with your family, friends and your mom to enjoy specials in the shops andrestaurants. Plus live music, a silent auction, gifts for mothers and spring crafts for kids in the Education Center. A fashion show at Joey Gerard’s Supper Club, sponsored by Margo’s Village Boutique (reservations only). Spring fashion, home and garden decor, great food & so much more inside each and every Greendale shop door.
5606 Broad Street Greendale, WI 53129 414-421-1938 www.seasons-heart.com
Seasons of the Heart offers tasteful décor and furnishings to brighten every room in your home, seasonal gifts and more, all in the heart of historic Greendale Wisconsin.
5620 Broad Street in the Historic Village of Greendale, WI
414-858-1200
www.margosvillageboutique.com
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Coffee by the cup or pound • Hot, iced, or blended Chai Fresh Bakery • Breakfast Sandwiches Frappes • Smoothies • Iced Coffee Loose & Bulk Tea • Herbal Rishi Tea • Iced Tea Fruit Smoothies • Iced Mochas & Lattes • Italian Soda
Open Mon.-Fri., 6 a.m. -5 p.m.; Sat., 7a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 8 a.m.-1 p.m. 5635 Broad Street, Historic Greendale • 414-423-5810
Offering ~ Painted Furniture & Classes (your pieces or ours!) ~ Event Rentals ~ A shop full of beautiful & old vintage & antique pieces for purchase
5640 Parking Street, Historic Greendale, WI 414-446-2398 Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Please go to www.beautifulandold.com for shop & class info!
Purchase tickets in advance for Margo’s Village Boutique, Fashion Show & Luncheon, Saturday, May 7th held at Joey Gerard’s Supper Club, 5601 Broad Street in Downtown Greendale. Please call 414-858-1200 for more information, or stop in at Margo’s Village Boutique, 5620 Broad Street to purchase your tickets. Lunch & Show $30, arrive at 11 a.m.
We Love
Antiques Creating modern country style with antiques and flea market finds.
What Is It? A 1967 freestanding majestic wood burning fireplace. Located at R Vintage N More, 2653 South Kinnickinnic Avenue. Milwaukee (Bay View), WI. This and other mid-century antiques and more can be seen at www.www.rvintagenmore.comCall 414-243-1838 for more information and hours.
look what we found Dealer’s Choice
Rare 1930s California pottery piece. Fourteen inches in height, marked Robertson Hollywood. Available at Metropolitan Antiques & Gifts, 259 West Main Street, Waukesha. 262-352-8888.
This solid wood hutch is available at General Store Antique Mall, 1277 Fond Du Lac Ave. Kewauskum, WI. Perfect for organizing an entire set of heirloom china, a tea set, collection, or as a store or booth display. Give this beautiful piece a whole new look with the use of popular chalk paints and waxes. General Store Antique Mall is a 2-story Mall featuring over 80 dealers. Call 262-626-2885 for more information.
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Shop & Dine Historic Downtown Waukesha
Brought to you by the WDBA Downtown Waukesha Business Asscociation
Springtime in Downtown Waukesha! Shop more than 100 vendors for organic produce, artisan breads, flowers, honey, salsa, handmade goods and much more.
Farmer’s Market Waukeshafarmersmarket.com Special Evening Gallery Hopping Art Crawl! Saturday, May 7th. 4-10 p.m. Every Saturday, May 7th thru October 29th, 8 a.m. until noon. Riverfront Plaza.
Prohealth River Walk for Cancer
Friday Night Live For the friend, the support, the mom you are‌
I LOVE YOU.
141 W. Broadway Downtown Waukesha
262.522.9888
Like us on Facebook Open Tuesday thru Saturday www.periwinklesbakery.com
Saturday, May 7th. Starts in Frame Park. www.waukeshariverwalk.org Nine Street Stages of Local Musicians. www.waukeshafridaynightlive.com
Please excuse our dust during the Main Street construction. We are working very hard to make Downtown Waukesha even more beautiful. Please support local shops, galleries and business during this time. It is more crucial than ever. Shop local! Shop small! Support the heartbeat of our community. See the downtown map below, showing multiple parking & event options available.
Built on Generations of Trust Established 1906 • Downtown Waukesha
Watches of Distinction This Golf Watch with a comfortfit crown on the left of the case has a golf ball motif on the dial and a polyurethane strap. grandfathers • wall, mantel & chime clocks pocket watches • Cuckoos • Alarms • Watches
Little Swiss Clock Shop 270 West Main Street, Downtown Waukesha 262.547.2111 www.LittleSwissClockShop.com
Specializing in Diamonds & Fine Jewelry Expert Repair & Custom Design Appraisals by Graduate Gemologist 234 W. Main Street, Suite 4 • Waukesha, WI
Park and use the walkway from Riverfront Plaza Street to our shop.
262.547.7206
www.krumrichsjewelers.com Donna Krumrich-Manke Call 262-547-7206 or go to krumrichsjewelers.com for directions & parking info during construction. Pick up & delivery service also available…just call.
259 W. Main St. Waukesha WI 262-547-5000 I BUY ANTIQUES, CALL 262-352-8888 Independently owned antique store in downtown Waukesha. Follow on Facebook for store hours.
6th Annual
New Berlin’s Shops & Stops “Near National”
Art & Car Show v Trolley Shuttle v Specials v Great Food v Entertainment For up to date news and information, visit www.ddnewberlin.org. This event helps to support the Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance
TobinJewelers
New Berlin Location
Arizona Spa & Boutique
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Harmony Balance • Wellness Massage Therapy Total Nail & Skin Care Lash Extensions Jewelry & Gift Selection SHOW THIS AD FOR SPRING SPECIALS One Hour Facial or Massage $45 Eye Lash Extensions $99 Shellac Manicure $25 Vinyl Lux Manicure $20
18335 W National Ave New Berlin,WI www.arizonaspawi.com 262-679-1515
www.tobinjewelers.com
We have the special event piece you are looking for this spring! Whether it is a gift for mom, anniversary milestone, engagement ring, wedding bands, a special gemstone piece you’ve been craving, you will find it at Tobin Jewelers. Mark your Calendar now for
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Stop in either of our locations soon for more information!
Tobin Jewelers–New Berlin 3502 South Moorland Rd. 262-789-8451
Tobin Jewelers–Mequon 10804 N. Port Washington Rd. 262-240-9798
For additional information go to www.wisconsinovariancancer.org.
Twins Flowers Gifts & Home Decor
More than just a flower store!
6th Annual Denim and Diamonds Event A Benefit for the Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance
Saturday, June 18, 2016, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The New Berlin Shops and Stops near National Avenue are once again opening their doors for a very special Saturday of fun and fundraising to benefit the Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance (WOCA). Denim and Diamonds is now an annual tradition and it’s a fun way to spend time with your friends and family exploring the many fine participating stores, while helping out a great cause. Be sure to check out the many locations with in-store specials, live entertainment, “Art in the Park” and other tent events with vendors that make this event so special. This year’s event includes activities for the entire family, balloon animals, and face painting for kids, and a classic car show for the adults and kids of all ages. No sign up or registration is required. All day Trolley wristbands are only $1.00. Simply park at any one of the participating business and hop on the trolley, which will run from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. to experience the entire event at all the locations. Or, pick up an event program at any location listed below, and drive you and your friends at your own pace. Visit the Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance booths at Twins Flowers, Gifts & Home Décor, Arizona Spa, and Poplar
Creek for more information about the event and educational information about ovarian cancer. Each of these locations will be running 50/50 Raffles, proceeds benefitting WOCA. Reserve this date on your calendar as a fun way to start your summer. Come enjoy this fun, worthwhile event for the entire family. Visit www.ddnewberlin.org for up to date news and additional information. n Denim Diamond Event Participants and Locations. Arizona Spa, 18335 West National Avenue, New Berlin, WI 262-679-1515.
Great Wraps, 15169 West National Avenue, New Berlin, WI 262-821-9727.
Fresh & Silk Arrangements Candles • Scarves • Jewelry Seasonal Decor • Inspirational Books • Soaps & Lotions • Cards Join us June 18th for Denim & Diamonds Event!
Poplar Creek Gardens, 16980 West National Avenue, New Berlin, WI 414-588-0617.
We deliver to all the special people in your life!
Pure Family Chiropractic, 3504 South Moorland Road, New Berlin, WI 262-785-1330.
14170 West National Ave. New Berlin, WI
Asia Restaurant, 16150 West National Avenue, New Berlin, WI 262-786-1818.
Tobin Jewelers, 3502 South Moorland Road, New Berlin, WI 262-789-8451. Twins Flowers, Gifts & Home Décor, 14170 W. National Avenue, WI 262-796-8777.
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experience I-43 to Exit 89 (Hwy C). Follow Hwy C west approx. 3 miles to the controlled intersection of Hwy C (Pioneer Road) and Washington Ave. Turn north on Washington and continue north to the Cedarburg National Historic District.
Offering Vintage Treasures, Decor, Seasonal Finds, Jewelry, Candles & Unique Gifts
Of Faith gifts to inspire encourage and uplift
VISIT OUR NEW SPACIOUS LOCATION AT… W63 N698 Washington Ave.
W64 N707 Washington Ave. (Corner of Bridge and Washington Ave.)
(Corner of Washington & Bridge Streets)
North end of Washington Avenue. Exclusive parking in corner lot.
Cedarburg, WI
Cedarburg, WI 262-376-9490
www.upthecreek-cedarburg.com
262-618-4479
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Marline’s
Garden Goodies
Purveyor of exquisite olive oils, aged balsamics & unique findings. N70 W6364 Bridge Road
(NE corner of Washington & Bridge at the Cedar Creek Settlement)
Historic Downtown Cedarburg
262.377.5944 www.theolivesprig.com
“Gifts For All Seasons” Stroll our lovely garden paths and discover many year-round treasures along the way. Roam through an old potting shed, pavillion and a two-level historic shop. All this, nestled along the banks of Cedar Creek. W63 N664 Washington Ave., Cedarburg
262.375.5050 Mark Your Calendar Now for Cedarburg’s 31th Annual
Featuring locally handcrafted & reclaimed furniture combined with vintage & refined home decor, Birchwood Wells is a place to gather ideas to style your home.
W63 N646 Washington Ave. Cedarburg, WI 53012 262-204-8131 www.facebook.com/birchwoodwells
Strawberry Festival Saturday, June 25th, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, June 26th, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Strawberry wine by the glass or bottle, delicious food, strawberry desserts, strawberry slush, strawberry contests,entertainment, kids korner, hayrides, Berry BIG 5K run/walk, food courts, Cedarquacker 500, marketplace, WI Museum of Quilts & Fiber arts, Arts on the Avenue, Plein Air painting competition/sale and much more! Place: 20 minutes north of Milwaukee, take I-43 to exit 89, west 3 miles, right to Washington Avenue. For more information & schedule of events, call 1-888-894-4001 or go to www.cedarburgfestivals.org. Free Admission.
Cedarburg Maxwell Street Days take places May 29, July 17, September 4 and October 2, 2016. From 6 a.m.-2 p.m. in Fireman’s Park, just north of Cedarburg’s Historic District at W65 N796 Washington Ave. www.cedarburgfiredept.com.
Home with Country Life... Inspiring ways to bring country style into your home.
Celebrate Spring The vibrant yellow of forsythia, paired with the welcome shades of green foliage that herald the arrival of spring, is celebrated in this cheerful arrangement. Monches Farm’s designer Sue Morgan has been creating floral art for over 25 years. She would be happy to work with you to create a custom piece for your home using your design colors and reflecting your personal style. Call her at Monches Farm at 262-966-2787 for a consultation. To create this piece Sue used everlasting florals and dried natural materials: Tall, narrow container (Sue used an 18” tall textured slate container) Block of dried floral foam 12 stems forsythia (everlasting) 3 stems green ruscus foliage (everlasting) Large handful of angel vine (dried natural) To begin, cut the floral foam to fit the container you’ve chosen and glue it in place. Next, glue the forsythia stems evenly throughout the foam block, angling some outward and some upward. Now, glue the ruscus stems around base of arrangement, bending them downward to trail over edge of container. And finally, gently fill in blank spaces at the base of the arrangement with dried angel vine, allowing the vine to weave through the arrangement and spill over the sides of the container n
Photos by Stonehill Studio. Floral arrangement by Monches Farms.
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Downtown West Allis and all around town 9th Annual
Sunday, June 5, 2016. 12 noon to 6 p.m. Greenfield Avenue between 70th & 76th Streets
Over 25 food vendors, music, games, bingo, dunk tank, artists, crafters, Animal Avenue and much, much more! Free Admission, Free Parking! If you have any questions, please contact us at 414-774-2676 or www.downtownwestallis.com.
Dedicated to the Highest Standards of Knowledge, Responsibility and Integrity
PATIO NOW OPEN!
Daily Lunch Specials (under $7 including soup!)
Buying Coins & Jewelry DERZON Coins
and Jewelry Boutique
2069 South 108th Street, West Allis, WI 414-543-8833
All Silver & Gold Coins Silver Bars & Rounds Proof & Mint Sets Gold & Silver Jewelry Certified Coins U.S. Silver Dollars Paper Currency Open Monday thru Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. www.derzoncoins.net
FRIDAY FISH
(all you can eat) Baked, Breaded, or Beer Battered Includes Homemade Potato Pancakes or Fries & Cole slaw.
OPEN FOR BREAKFAST (Saturday & Sunday 8 am-noon) Skillets • Mexican Sandwiches • Omelets & much more!
7335 West Greenfield Ave., West Allis Catering Available; Call 414-763-5150 or visit www.missuenosrestaurant.com for more info. Mon.,-Fri., 10:30 am-10:30 pm; Sat., 8 am-10 pm & Sun., 8 am-9 pm.
Coins & Quilts
Buy, Sell & Trade Coins, jewelry, gold, silver, currency & foreign coins. Fabric, notions, supplies, patterns & kits. Long arm quilting services. 11037 W. Oklahoma Ave., West Allis, WI 414-546-3233 or cell: 414-779-0528 Coinsandquilts@sbcglobal.net • www.coinsandquilts.com
Check for additional hours & quilting class schedule. OPEN Mon. & Tues.,12-6; Wed.-Fri., 10-5, Sat., please check website.
WISCONSIN SHOP HOP Participating Shop!
Downtown West Allis is located on Greenfield Avenue, between S. 70th and 76th streets. From I-94, take either the 84th or 70th street exit, head south to Greenfield Avenue. Downtown is situated 2 blocks east of Wisconsin State Fair Park. Free parking is available behind most businesses, easily accessible from the side streets.
Downtown West Allis
Since 1919. The West Allis Farmers Markets Open for the season May 1st and run through Nov. 28th. Located on 65th and National in West Allis, the markets are open every Tuesday & Thursday, noon to 6 p.m. and Saturday 1 to 6 p.m.
Diane’s Designs
UNCLE NED’S Antiques, Collectibles and Vintage
“Your Neighborhood Jeweler”
Fine Jewelry - Custom Repairs Master Goldsmith on site We can repair or restore your jewelry. Or create a custom design that’s uniquely you.
7344 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis, WI 53214 414-774-7500
Reasonably priced items arriving often! On-site Estate Sales & Consignment available NEW LOCATION
1412 S. 73rd Street, Downtown West Allis, WI
414-902-0259 Only 1/2 block S. of Greenfield Ave. Plenty of Parking. Open Monday-Friday, 12-6; Saturday, 11-5 & Sunday, 11-4
www.unclenedsonline.com
www.angelsontheavenue.com
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Be Green: Re-use, Re-purpose, Re-LOVE!
HawkinsClock Center Wisconsins’ Largest, Ultimate Clock Store
Presenting an exquisite line of American made, Ship’s Clocks made by the Chelsea Clock Company
THE SHIP’S BELL CLOCK
6" SHIP’S BELL BAROMETER
Forged solid brass with nickel finish
Since 1897 Chelsea Clocks have been deeply rooted in a tradition of keeping time at sea.Their nautical clocks have sailed the seas with the US Military and graced the Ocean’s most expensive yachts.
THE MARINER
Chelsea’s signature timepiece, with gentle rich sounding chimes–8 bells at 4, 8 and12 o’clock to mark the end of the mariners 4-hour watch– 364 precision brass parts, many plated with gold, and 11 jewel movements.
Eleven jewel movement and 364 brass and gold plated precision parts. Clocks dial is crafted of deeply etched brass that is hand silvered, enameled and lacquered. Wheel’s ring and base is hand rubbed copper bronze.
Hours: Monday-Friday, 10-6; Saturday, 10-5 & Sunday, 10-3 7301 West Greenfield Ave. • West Allis, WI • www.hawkinsclocks.com 414-258-1144 or 877-309-4171 • Additional information; gloria@hawkinsclocks.com The Market Place at the West Allis Farmer’s Market opens for the season Sunday, May 1 and runs through Sunday, October 22. Every Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., find vendors selling everything from antiques to albums, to art and attic finds. Come to 65th & National to find your treasures (West Allis Farmer’s Market location).
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Country Affair
To have your events included in our calendar, please email submissions to acountryaffair@countrylifemag.com. The entire magazine and an extended listing of events, dates and times can be found on www.countrylifemag.com by clicking A Country Affair. Like us on Facebook. GENERAL STORE ANTIQUE MALL EASTER STOREWIDE SALE Browse our large selection of antique and vintage gift ideas from more than 90 dealers. Date: Now to April 2 Place: General Store Antique Mall, 1277 Fond du Lac, Kewaskum, WI 53040 Time: Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Details: Call 262-626-2885, or find them on Facebook. COMMUNITY LEAGUE’S 8TH ANNUAL SPRING SPLENDOR VENDOR AND RUMMAGE FAIR Over 30 party vendors and rummage tables, bake sale, snack bar, raffles. Admission $1, proceeds go to charity. Date: Saturday, April 9 Place: Menomonee Falls High School, W142 N8101 Merrimac Drive, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Details: www.communityleague.com; cleague@communityleague.com; call: 414-581-0352. FREE FAIRY GARDEN WORKSHOP AT SHOP TO CARRIE ON Learn to create your own miniature garden for inside or out. Reservations required. Date: April 9 Time: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Place: Shop To Carrie On Gift & Clothing Boutique, 11045 W. National Ave., West Allis, Wi. For more information, or to reserve your space, call 414-282-1958. SPRING BLING 2016…A DIVA THING Ride the complimentary trolley 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. to participating shops (use the parking lot at Immanuel Church, 501 Walnut Street) and enjoy specials, food and more. Take a break at one of our participating restaurants. Register at the Welcome Center inside Schalla Jeweler, 235 South Main Street, for our awesome door prizes and purchase a surprise item to support Chix 4 a Cause (www.chix4acause.com). Date: April 28 Time: 12 noon to 9 p.m. Details; www.shopinwestbend.com. SHOP TO CARRIE ON MONTHLY GIRL’S NITE OUT OF FASHIONS Enjoy wine and appetizers as models walk the shop showing your how to layer into many seasons. Date: April 28 & May 26 Time: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Place: Shop To Carrie On Gift & Clothing Boutique, 11045 W. National Ave., West Allis, Wi. For more information, call 414-282-1958. IT’S A STITCH QUILT GUILD 20TH ANNIVERSARY QUILT SHOW Quilted Affair—the ultimate quilting experience. Shopping, inspiration, fun, great lunch and homemade desserts. Trunk Show by Kathy Doman and Membership Bed Peel. Featured Guild Quilter, LaVonne Sinner. Admission $5. Wheel Chair Accessible. Date: April 30-May 1 Place: Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School, 3399 Division Road-County G, Jackson, WI 53037
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Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Details: For entry form or information, call 262-338-0054, or online at www.itsastitchquiltguild.com. WAUKESHA FARMER’S MARKET Check out the best farmer’s market around. You will find artisan breads, bakery, preserves, fresh picked fruits and vegetables, plants, fresh cut flowers, local honey, cheeses, beautiful yarns, jewelry, and much more. Featuring more than 150 vendors. Date: Saturdays, May 7 through October 29 Place: Located on the banks of the Fox River on the beautiful River Walk in historic downtown Waukesha, between Broadway and Barstow. Time: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Details: www.waukeshafarmersmarket.com. WEST ALLIS FARMER’S MARKET At this market, all farmers raise what they sell, early in the season find bedding plants, flowers galore, radishes, asparagus, rhubarb, something for a delicious lunch and more. Date: May 7 through November 26 Place: The West Allis Farmer’s Market, 6800 W. National Avenue, in West Allis Time: Open later to bring only the freshest produce picked that day— Tuesday and Thursday, noon to 6 p.m.; Saturdays, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Details: www.westalliswi.gov. SPRING SALE AND WORKSHOP EVENT Retzer Nature Center Come and get ready to tackle your spring gardens. The Plant Doctors, UW-Extension Master Gardeners, composting, rain garden and rain barrel experts will all be on hand to assist you with your questions. Stop by the demonstration kiosk to learn about alternative gardening options or attend the various workshops. NATIVE PLANT PRE-ORDER SALE: Pre-order native wildflowers at great sale prices through April 20. Pick-up your order at the Spring Sale and Workshop event. Visit waukeshacountyparks.com for order forms. Date: May 7 Place: Retzer Nature Center, S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukesha, WI. Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Details: waukeshacountyparks.com SPRING INTO GREENDALE Broad Street in downtown Greendale will be closed for this fun, annual springtime event. Bring your family, friends, and your mom to enjoy in-store specials, restaurants, live music. Date: Saturday, May 7 Place: Historic downtown Greendale Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Details: www.discovergreendale.com. WAUKESHA ART CRAWL Don’t miss this seasonal event, walk the downtown streets to discover your next artistic treasure, shop the boutiques, listen to live music, take a trolley or indulge in food and drink. You never know what you’ll find when you do the crawl. Date: Saturday, May 7 Place: Downtown Waukesha Details: www.waukeshaart.com.
Sunday MARKET PLACE AT WEST ALLIS FARMER’S MARKET The site of the West Allis Farmer’s Market comes alive with vendors selling everything from antiques to tools, record albums to hats. You may even find the treasure that you have been looking for. Date: Sundays, May through October Place: The West Allis Farmer’s Market, 6800 W. National Ave., West Allis Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Details: www.westalliswi.gov. MARKET SATURDAY AT SHOP TO CARRIE ON 30 tents of vendors displaying everything from “Resale to Retail”, home-based businesses, local artisans. Weather permitting. Date: May 14 & May 21 Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Place: Shop To Carrie On Gift & Clothing Boutique, 11045 W. National Ave., West Allis, Wi. For details and vendor information email shoptocarrieon@gmail.com, or call 414-282-1958. Elkhorn ANTIQUE FLEA MARKET Wisconsin’s premier antique flea market. Five dollar admission gets you over 500 quality dealers inside and out, great food, free parking and paved walkways. Sorry, no pets. Date: May 15 and June 26, rain or shine. Place: Walworth County Fairgrounds, nine miles northwest of Lake Geneva on Hwy. 11, Elkhorn, WI. Time: Gates open at 7 a.m. Details: www.nlpromotionsllc.com. Sunday MAKER MARKETS Support talented artists, crafters, makers and designers from Milwaukee and beyond selling everything you can imagine. Find original works, prints, illustrations, on the spot special orders, leather works, ceramics, new businesses, and more. Each Market is unique and features a different line up. Date: Every 3rd Sunday May-Sept. May 15, June 19, July 17, Aug. 21 & Sept. 18. Place: Colectivo in Bay View, at the corner of Lincoln and Howell Avenues. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Details: MakerMarketMKE.com. HAWTHORNE HILL CHARMING REMIX MARKET Hawthorne Hill Farm comes alive when more than 50 local artisans, vendors and Bonnie Lynn’s own unique artwork and treasures transform the three-floor barn, shed and grounds into a festive weekend shopping market filled to the brim with antiques, vintage finds, home and garden decor, seasonal gifts, one-of-a-kind handmade fashion accessories, local art and more. Admission is free. Date: May 20-22 Place: Hawthorne Hill Farm, 16370 West Small Road, New Berlin Time: Fri. and Sat., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Details: www.hawthornehillfarm.com
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WEST BEND FARMERS’ MARKET Featuring more than 70 vendors, it’s one of the largest markets in Wisconsin and was voted among the top 10 in the world by Vogue magazine in 2014. We have a wide variety of vendors featuring produce, fruits, meats, eggs, maple syrup, bakery items, spices, soaps, herbal products, prepared foods, weekly entertainment and more. Date: May 21 through October 29 Place: Historic Main Street, downtown West Bend. Time: 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Details: www.downtownwestbend.com. WISCONSIN QUILT SHOP HOP 2016 Join us for fun and excitement June during our fifth annual shop hop event. Visit participating shops during this year’s hop, to see all the wonderful projects each shop has created. Pick up your Shop Hop guide at either of these locations and enter to win the statewide Grand Prize, Top of the Hop prizes and Section prizes. Date: June 3 to June 25 Places: Royce Quilting, 801 S. Main St., West Bend, WI, 262-338-0597; Coins & Quilts, 11037 W. Oklahoma Ave., West Allis, WI, 414-546-3233 Time: Mon.-Fri., 9:30 a.m. to 5:50 p.m. Details: www.wisconsinquiltshophop.com. BARN BOUTIQUE AT HOLY HILL ART FARM Enjoy a dazzling display of treasures filling the barn and garden, with a blend of vintage, floral, art, furniture, fabric, antiques and more. This is a unique rustic marketplace of local artists and farmers presenting their goods in a natural setting: fresh spring pickings, farm fresh bakery and produce. Come for the one-of-a-kind finds, stay for the farm fresh food and live music. Free parking and admission. Date: June 4-5, September 17-18, October 15-16 Place: Holy Hill Art Farm, 4958 Holy Hill Road (Hwy 167) Hubertus Wi 53033, Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Details: 262-644-5698, www.holyhillartfarm.com. WEST ALLIS À LA CARTE More than 25 food vendors, music, games, bingo, dunk tank, artists, crafters, Animal Avenue and more. Free parking and admission. Date: June 5 Place: Greenfield Avenue between 70th & 76th Streets in Downtown West Allis Time: 12 noon to 6 p.m. Details: www.downtownwestallis.com. or 414-774-2676 for event and vendor info. CEDARBURG’S 31st ANNUAL STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL Enjoy Strawberry wine by the glass or bottle, delicious food, strawberry desserts, strawberry slush, strawberry contests, entertainment, hayrides, Berry BIG 5K run/walk, food courts, Cedarquacker 500, marketplace and art. Admission is free. Date: June 25-26 Place: Historic downtown Cedarburg. Time: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Details www.cedarburgfestivals.org or call 1-888-894-4001.
Drive Uptown This Spring
The all new Lincoln Black Label lineup has arrived. Black Label builds on the luxury experience that you would expect from Lincoln and offers customized interiors along with many perks. Enjoy four years of Premium Maintenance along with pick up and delivery service and then take advantage of a customized culinary experience to enjoy a night out with someone special to celebrate your Black Label Lincoln. Choose from six Black Label themed vehicles and let your Uptown Black Label Liaison explain the finishes that will make your vehicle unique. Stop at Uptown to check out the new Lincoln lineup.
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Cambridge
shop… have lunch…shop some more u Visit The Voyagers Jewelry Design to find jewelry and gemstones from traditional to contemporary, repairs, appraisals and specializing in custom designs. 608.423.4446.
Cambridge Winery
Rowe Pottery Works
u The Garment Shop is filled with the latest in classic and contemporary styles of women’s clothing. 608.423.3740. u Rowe Pottery Works is the home of creative salt glaze stoneware for the inside and outside of your home. 608.423.3935. u A Box of Fluffys Boutique Fabulous feminine finery. 219 W. Main Street. 608.423.4399. u Cambridge Winery offers proprietary wines from California’s central coast at its two wine tasting rooms and is currently developing a 20-acre vineyard to bring premium local wines to Wisconsin. 700 Kenseth Way. 608.819.6672. A Box of Fluffys Boutique
Cambridge is only 2 hours north of Chicago, 1 hour west of Milwaukee & 20 minutes southeast of Madison. Call 608-423-3780 for information. www.cambridgewi.com