Monday, June 5, 2023


Village of Whitefish Bay Official Weekly Newsletter

Message from the Village President, Kevin Buckley


I'm very pleased to announce that the Fox-Bay Theater will re-open for a two-night Student Film Fest, hosted by Whitefish Bay high-schoolers.  We are incredibly thankful for the work New Land Enterprises has done to get the theater ready for this unique festival.

 

Please take this opportunity to re-live memories at our historic theater and demonstrate strong community support for the future of the Fox-Bay!

 

Showtimes are this Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm. Tickets are $5 and are only available online here:  https://bit.ly/wfbtickets -- Popcorn provided by Sendik's.

 

See you at the movies! -kb

Why Is The Village Hall Phone Ringing?


Are grass clippings permitted in yard waste? No, grass clippings should be composted or left on the lawn.


Is there a current job opening with DPW? Yes! The Department of Public Works is seeking applicants to fill the position of Service Worker. Hourly rate starts at $24.99/hour with excellent benefits. Click here for more information and to apply.



Have a question? Send us an email or give us a call at (414) 962-6690.

WEEKLY MEETING BRIEF

Last Week's Meetings:


Architectural Review Commission

  • Thursday, June 1, 5:30 p.m., Village Hall Board Room and Via Zoom


Business Improvement District (BID)

  • Friday, June 2, 8:30 a.m., Village Hall Board Room




This Week's Meetings:


Village Board

  • Monday, June 5, 6:00 p.m., Village Hall Board Room and Via Zoom

Update from Public Works:




This is a friendly reminder to maintain your lawn for the duration of the growing season. Pursuant to Village Ordinance, Grasses shall not exceed 6" in height.

DPW Service Worker Position Opening


Job opening with the best DPW crew in Wisconsin! The Department of Public Works is seeking applicants to fill the position of Service Worker. Hourly rate starts at $24.99/hour with excellent benefits. Click here to apply!


The Service Worker position is an intermediate skilled position within the Department of Public Works. This position performs maintenance, repair, and construction tasks. Applications will be accepted until June 14, 2023.

Upcoming June Events:

June 14 - Ice Cream Social and Village Band Concert:


After school is out for the summer, it’s a tradition to celebrate with the Whitefish Bay Civic Foundation’s Ice Cream Social.


The annual event will take place at Old School House Park (5445 N. Marlborough Drive) across from the library on June 14 from 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. The band will begin at 7:00 p.m.




June 10 - Klode Park Beer Garden:


The 1840 Brewing Company Beer Garden Road Show returns to Klode Park Saturday, June 10. Enjoy beer, food, and music from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Event details:

Bike & Pedestrian Safety Initiative

WISCONSIN BIKE WEEK

JUNE 3 - 10


Find Bike Week Events and Activities Statewide.

 

Wisconsin Bike Week has begun and rolls on until June 10. This event is celebrated all across the state with happenings from Eau Claire to Sheboygan and Mercer to Milwaukee!


Make sure to take some time to explore the map and filters on the left hand side of the Bike Week webpage to find something fun to do near you…or worthy of a day trip!

Whitefish Bay Public Library:

Summer Reading Begins on June 12

Summer reading is back at the Whitefish Bay Public Library! We’ve got a program for all ages, whether you are two or one-hundred and two. From babies all the way up to teens, we’ve got paper logs to record your reading. It’s easy: read on your own, read together, be read to, or read to someone else. Keep track on your paper reading log and earn great prizes! Stop by the Youth Services desk starting June 12 to pick up your paper log. Adults can use Beanstack (https://wfblibrary.beanstack.com/reader365) to track your reading. Adults can also join in the bonus bingo challenge. Join us for a fun summer of reading!


All Ages Storytime

Mondays, 10:00 a.m.

June 19, June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17, July 24

Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.

June 21, June 28, July 5, July 12, July 19, July 26

Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.

June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13, July 20, July 27

Join us for a fun, educational storytime perfect for all ages. We'll share stories, songs, flannels and more! Storytime will be held in the Tower of the children's area. (Please note the location change.) Please register for any updates.


Claudia Gray, author of The Late Mrs. Willoughby, in conversation with Juneau Black for a virtual event

Thursday, June 8, 2:00 p.m.

Please Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_c2tek1KHRJa94nJQYlGVkA%23/registration

Boswell, along with Whitefish Bay Public Library, hosts a virtual event with Claudia Gray (the pen name of author Amy Vincent) for a chat about her new novel, The Late Mrs. Willoughby. The books is a superior blend of humor and mystery that features Jane Austen’s beloved characters. Gray will be in conversation with Juneau Black – the pen name of Jocelyn Cole and Sharon Nagel, the writing team behind the charming Shady Hollow mysteries.

Teen Crafting: Vinyl Record Painting

Tuesday, June 13, 1:00-2:00 p.m.

Entering Grades 7-12

Please Register https://www.wfblibrary.org/our_events/?eid=1476

Join us for Vinyl Record Painting. We'll provide the vinyl and the paint, and it's up to you to create a cool design or scene on your vinyl.


Mystery Book Club

Wednesday, June 14, 6:30 p.m.

Our Mystery Book Club meets once a month and is led by librarian Sharon Nagel. This month we're reading Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby. This meeting will be a hybrid meeting, both on Zoom and in person at the library. The author will be joining us for this meeting. Click here to join Zoom:

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89090700104?pwd=L0dobVU1M0JpdGNDME5EdzNYSWdlUT09

Meeting ID: 890 9070 0104

Whitefish Bay Neighbors: BJ Gruling

Tuesday, June 20, 6:00 p.m.

Please Register: https://www.wfblibrary.org/our_events/?eid=1445

After a career as an oncology pharmacist, BJ Gruling, embarked on a new path as owner of Kilwins Milwaukee at Bayshore in 2014, along with his partner Rick Clark. They left their careers in the scientific and medical fields to operate Kilwins. Rick, a Canadian, and BJ, an American, met working at a hospital in Saudi Arabia and returned to North America, landing in Milwaukee. Living in Whitefish Bay and working in Glendale, BJ and Rick enjoy taking part in, and supporting, the community. Join us to hear BJ share stories about the challenge sand successes of the last few years as a small business owner in the area. Plus he’ll talk about what it means to be a certified LGBT Business Enterprise via the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce. Come join the conversation and learn about your Neighbors.

School District of Whitefish Bay:

Save the Date!

Friday, June 9 - Early Dismissal


Moving? Please contact your school to notify them of any moving plans or address updates.


2023-24 Online Enrollment for NEW Students

New student enrollment for all grades for the 2023-24 school year is now open. Online enrollment information can be found in this link. It is not necessary for current students to re-enroll; returning families will complete online registration in August for the upcoming school year. 

Questions? Contact your school directly.

Cumberland: (414) 963-3943      

Richards: (414) 963-3951

Middle School: (414) 963-6800            

High School: (414) 963-3928


Upcoming School Board Meetings

  • Wednesday, June 7, 7 p.m. - Regular Business Meeting
  • Wednesday, June 14, 7 p.m. - Committee Meetings


School Board meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. in the High School Media Center, unless posted otherwise. Meeting agendas, minutes and more information can be found online.

Join Bay Bridge for a private Milwaukee bus tour on Saturday, June 10, conducted by Acts Housing. Acts Housing makes it possible for families with barriers (credit, savings, financial, language, etc.) to become homeowners. The tour begins and ends at Good City Brewing. We'll visit a home that needs rehab, meet an Acts Housing homeowner, and have discussion over lunch at Good City Brewing. Participation is free and you must register.

 

REGISTER HERE Tour of Homes: June 10, 2023

North Shore Health Department:


Click here to view the June 1, 2023 Weekly Summary from the North Shore Health Department

Other Community Links:

Merchants of Whitefish Bay

Whitefish Bay Public Library

Whitefish Bay School District

Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission

Whitefish Bay Civic Foundation

North Shore Fire Department

Whitefish Bay Little League

Bay Bridge

North Shore Junior Women's Club

WFB Blue Duke Nation

Whitefish Bay Historical Society

Kiwanis Club of North Shore Milwaukee

Whitefish Bay Garden Club

Whitefish Bay Recreation and Community Education

Whitefish Bay Public Education Foundation

Village of Whitefish Bay | Phone: (414) 962-6690 | Fax: (414) 962-5651

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