February 2024

South Milwaukee

Business & Development Newsletter

A newsletter dedicated to promoting and enhancing South Milwaukee's Downtown and Community-Wide businesses.

Business Spotlight

Mari's Floral, Wine & Gifts

Mari will be completing 29 years in business this May 1st. "I am very excited and proud of this accomplishment. I am truly thankful to all my loyal customers through the years who continue to motivate me daily to create beautiful flowers for their occasions".

She started her business on Brady Street and was there for 10 years. "It included a coffee bar, and I was super hyped up on espresso always!". Thereafter, she opened at 1019-21 Milwaukee Ave that is currently Barbiere's and finding her forever home at 905 Milwaukee, completing extensive renovations. "The vibe in all my business locations have been fun and super customer-friendly, creating a welcoming, feel-good/happy place store for customers, friends and families."

She encourages and supports fellow business owners and loves the South Milwaukee community, noting how business friendly the city is. When asked to share something people may not know, "I designed my flower logo on the coffee cups, and I have 2 degrees in languages Spanish and French."

Valentine’s Day

Open extended hours

Saturday Feb 10th 8:30-4 pm

Monday Feb 12th 8:30-7 pm

Tuesday Feb 13th 8:30-7 pm

Wednesday Feb 14th 8-7 pm

We will have wine samples available during these hours. * Special prices on house wine with floral purchase for walk in customers * Special prices on Roses for walk in customers* Specialty chocolate from Buddy Squirrel.

Welcome New Businesses

Screen 96

Anthony Hernandez is continuing screen printing services at 1114 Milwaukee Avenue, previously JB Tshirts. Screen 96 will also provide embroidery, graphic design, dye sublimation, heat transfers along with promotional items.

Coming Soon

Card God Shop

Owner Jose Suchil Jr is opening a trading card shop at 1227 Milwaukee Avenue, offering products ranging from Pokémon, One Piece, Dragon Ball and all sorts of Trading Card Games. The shop will also sell toys and video games. He wants to have a fun place for the community to come and hang out and will host tournaments.

1227 Milwaukee Ave

Yellow Door

Owner Jacqueline Clayton is crazy about bargains and decided it's time to open a store of her own. She's starting out small with a goal of growing in the community and providing items the community wants and needs.

916 Milwaukee Ave

Express Mart

Downtown will soon have a convenience store with a twist- it will also have bait and tackle. There will be a variety of offerings and owner TJ Syed is open to any suggestions of what items the community would like to see in the store.

1231 Milwaukee Ave

Events and Happenings

The City of South Milwaukee now has a Community Event Calendar for events open to the public. Share your community event and help spread the word of the amazing things going on in South Milwaukee.

The Chi Shed

On site 3D printed hard/soft figures

Ribbon Cutting Feb 9th 5 PM

As part of the grand opening owner Cheryl Wells is offering a 20% discount to guests who bring in a non-perishable food or feminine hygiene item that will be donated to Human Concerns. There will also be some treats.

Three new local artists are joining the shop: Mary Bennett makes sea glass art from glass collected at Lake Michigan: Eloise (aka EloiseART) makes silverware jewelry and also paints small mini paintings; and Legacy Creative Solutions, are a creative design and marketing company that has their own clothing line, as well as doing custom graphic and web design.

925 Milwaukee Avenue

Bakehouse 23 One Year Anniversary

Raffle winners drawn on Bakehouse's actual anniversary Feb 12th. There will be 2 prizes- a small dessert box and a large dessert box.

1311 Milwaukee Avenue

Moran's Pub

Lots of happenings at Moran's Pub, including hot ham and chili on Sundays. Check out the soccer game schedule for varying open times.

Saturday Feb 24th, 7 - 9 PM

Stop by and enjoy traditional Irish music with Randy Gosa.

Thursday Feb 29th, 7 PM

Leap Year Karaoke Kick-Off

And don't forget Trivia Every Wednesday at 7 pm

912 Milwaukee Avenue

China Chef Valentine's Day Buffet

February 14th 11:30 am - 8 pm

1224 Milwaukee Avenue

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Call 262-717-5199 for tickets or purchase via Knights of Columbus

South Milwaukee Performing Art Center Upcoming Events

Business News & Updates

Congrats to all SM Businesses!

Shephard Express "Best of Milwaukee 2023"

Omen Subculture Clothing & Acessories

Best Clothing - Women's

Finalist - Best Boutique Clothing

Finalist - Best Clothing- Men's

Finalist - Best Fashion Accessories

Omen Alternative Music and Media

Finalist - Best Record Store

Hollyville

Finalist - Best Boutique Clothing

Bakehouse 23

Best New Retail Store opened in 2023

Parkway Floral

Finalist - Best Florist

Immortal Toys and Collectables

Finalist - Best Comic Book Store

Finalist - Best Novelty/Variety Store

Dupree's Vintage

Finalist - Best Vintage/Thrift Store

Moran's Pub

Best Bar to Watch Soccer/Sports Bar/Trivia Night

Finalist - Best Irish Pub

Avenue Coffeehouse February Specials

Chocolate Covered Strawberry and Brown Sugar Maple Lattes

The Brown Sugar Latte is made of brown sugar syrup, maple syrup & flaky sea salt!

You can now add cold foam to any iced beverage, offering strawberry and vanilla in February.

During the week they serve assorted bakery from Bakehouse 23 and bagels from Ruby’s Bagels. On Saturdays & Sundays, they serve a variety of toasts, including avocado toast.

Hours: Tues-Fri: 7am-3pm Sat & Sun: 8am-1pm

911 Milwaukee Ave

Wild Flour Bakery has a New Owner

Dolly Mertens is passing the baton of her legacy business to Gene Webb, continuing the decades-old Wild Flour bakery brand. Webb owns and operates the North Shore Boulangerie business for years in Shorewood, wanting to expand into American baked goods. He will continue the wholesale operations, get settled in and evaluate a retail component.

1205 Milwaukee Avenue

Community Development

Monroe Court New Subdivision Update

Seven of the eight lots are already sold in the new single-family development at 7th and Monroe. Developer Janssen Bruckner is offering several models that may be customized and are very pleased with the amount of interest in the two-story homes.