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Book beofre Aug. 10 2022. for Block rates. (will be in effect i the new year) Room Block Booked at this independent boutique hotel 1 block from the reception.

The Brewhouse Inn & Suites

This hotel is across the street from the reception site.

Hyatt Place Milwaukee Downtown

Tony and I love this independent Irish-themed hotel with downstairs pub. It's 1.5 miles from the recpetion site.

County Clare Irish Hotel & Pub

Higer-end hotel in the center of downtown. 1.2 miles from the reception.

Hotel Metro

Hotels

Some of our favorite places to dine in Milwaukee are: Cafe Corazon - Mexican $ / Odd Duck- innovative small plates-$$/ La Merenda- Tapas and shareable plates- $$/ Buckley's- American $$-$$$/ Balisterei's Pizza Bluemound Inn- $$ / Lake Park Bistro- French $$$$ / Ristorante Bartolotta - Italian $$$$/ Balzac- Wine and small plates- $$ / Milwaukee Public Market- Food Stalls of all sorts $-$$ / Cafe Lulu- Sandwiches Salads- $ / Collectivo Coffee - Breakfast and Lunch options- $ / Maharajah- Indian All you can eat Buffet (lunch/brunch) / Le Reve- French bisto with excellent desserts ($$) / Lupi &amp; Iris- Fine Dining ($$$$)

Dining Out

Milwaukee Classic since 1942- Frozen Custard! Mix amongst the locals at this drive-in spot for frozen custard and hog dogs

Leon's Frozen Custard

Nice place to grab lunch, find souvenirs &amp; cheese, or grab a glass of wine. It’s in the Third Ward neighborhood which is a nice area to walk around in for art, restaurants, &amp; boutiques

Milwaukee Public Market

Saturday morning Farmer's Market from 8am-Noon. Coffee, veg, snacks, music, doggies, conviviality.

South Shore Farmers Market

Fun and popular brewery tour with great beer- Reservations are a good idea most days. Stick around in their large, converted power plant space for food and (occasional) live music.

Lakefront Brewery

The first distillery in Wisconsin after prohibition ended. Tours and tastings- their absinthe, gin, and vodka were staples at Club Anything, the goth club Angela and Tony used to hang out at in thier 20s (which is right down the street)! :D&nbsp;

Great Lakes Distillery & Tasting Room

A must for cocktail fans- Classic 1938 cocktail lounge famous for classic cocktails. Great bartenders, atmosphere, &amp; style. Really a one of a kind place.

Bryant's Cocktail Lounge

1920's Milwaukee German restaurant with German beer - indoor and outdoor seating

Kegel's Inn

Underground dive with 3 bars, cheap drinks, and a bowling alley.

Landmark Lanes

The Oldest Bar in Milwaukee and always a great time. Go early to met local color, later on it features a lot of college students. Located near Brady Street in an old Polish neighborhood.

Wolski's Tavern

Due to German immigration, Milwaukee was the place to be in the heyday of 19th century American beer production, and the tradition lives on. I recommend Lakefront, Third Space, Eagle Park, and Good City, just to name a few. There are also some German-style beer gardens around the city in parks which are a great way to enjoy a nice day. If you want to find one nearish the reception site- Check out the one at South Shore Park. Family Friendly.

Milwaukee Brewery Culture

Grab a drink or check out some live music in the Bay View neighborhood of Milwaukee. This storied music venue was once a tavern that housed an Italian Anarchist book club and prohibition parties; today it's a community space for artists and musicians.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Cactus Club

This Cold War Spy themed restaurant and bar is a Milwaukee Classic. The entrance is hidden and you "need to know" the password to get in!Somewhat corny but always interesting! Safe for all ages before 10pm There is a secret entrance in the Newsroom Pub at 137 E Wells- tell the bartender in a low voice that you're looking for a safe house.

SafeHouse

Check out a film at this gorgeous 1920's cinema (also see: Downer and Avalon theaters). Beautifully restored and HAUNTED. Close to a Cat Cafe, Beans and Barley restaurant, and the Black Cat art alley.

The Oriental Theatre

The oldest certified bowling alley in the United States is in the basement of this century-old bar.&nbsp; The two lanes feature the original wood, and are oiled with a spray can. Neighborhood kids reset the pins by hand.

The Holler House

EHHHHHHH- It's our local hero, Arthur Fonzarelli! In the Bronze! A city landmark to be sure!

Bronze Fonz

Harley-Davidson Museum

Designed by Santiago&nbsp;Calatrava, the same architect as the Sidney Opera House, "The museum houses nearly 25,000 works of art housed on four floors, The museum holds one of the largest collections of works by Wisconsin native&nbsp;Georgia O'Keeffe."

Milwaukee Art Museum

Nice walk with nice animals. Great for kids or adults.

Zoological Society of Milwaukee

AKA "The Domes". 3 large glass greenhouse domes filled with horticultural delights. doesn't take long to check out. Great for kids and adults.

Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory

Several companies offer kayaking on the slow-moving Milwaukee River. There are some breweries to stop at along the way if that’s of interest. Milwaukee Kayak Company, Brewcity Kayak, Milwaukee Kayak tours are some places to rent from if you're interested.

Kayak the Milwaukee River

One of Milwaukee's streets famous for bars and nightlife. Anthony used to bounce at the HiHat and the couple has also spend some good times at The Nomad and Balzac, as well as other spots along this street.

Historic Brady Street

15th century Chapel on the Marquette University Campus that was brought over from France. Legend has it that Joan of Arc prayed here and you can feel her presence in a certain part of the chapel.

St. Joan of Arc Chapel

Take some time to learn about the history of Black Americans in both Milwaukee and across the United States.

America's Black Holocaust Museum

Hands-on science musuem aimed towards the little ones but pretty fun for all ages

Discovery World

Six tiny houses built for working class people- the largest collection of Frank Lloyd Wright homes anywhere.

Frank Lloyd Wright's Burnham Block

Find the Bizarre and Scientific up for sale at this Milwaukee institution known for their amusing signs. A good way to waste some time- good for older kids and adults

American Science & Surplus

A lighthouse, statues, bridges, and scenic views along the bluffs of Lake Michigan. Great for a stroll. The houses in the neighborhood are extravagant! On nearby Downer Ave you can find some cafes and restaurants.

Lake Park

Need to get away from the city? Grant Park is just one of many parks in the area. Wooded walks and access to sandy Lake Michigan beaches.

Grant Park

As Elder Goths, we would be remiss in our duty if we neglected to tell you of the Calvary Cemetery with a dilapidated chapel and many scenic tombs where we *may* have had totally epic spooky photoshoots in days gone by.

Spooky Cemetery- Calvary

Neither of us have gone on any of these tours but if your tastes are for the spooky or true-crime, they do a Dhamer tour and ghost tours. There are some guests who have personal run-ins with Jeffery Dhamer himself- ask around- if you dare!

Hangman Tours

Bingo! Slots! Fine dining! Its not Vegas but if you wanna lose some money Potawatomi Casino is here for you! :D

Potawatomi Hotel & Casino

The Milwaukee Brewers play just a few miles outside downtown Milwaukee- easily reached by any taxi service, but many downtown taverns offer free rides to the stadium for the price of a beer.

See a Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Game

a 20 min drive outside of MKE is a beautiful garden with the largest collection of hostas in the world. I'm not sure what the display is like in September but it really is a lovely place.

Boerner Botanical Gardens

If you have a day to kill and would like to visit one of the weirdest palces on Earth- House on the Rock should be high on your list of things to see while you are in Wisconsin. Just check out the website for why. It is a 2-hour drive from downtown Milwaukee

The House on the Rock

A short day trip (1 hr drive)- and very unique! This is the design center and museum of the Kohler Co which makes ceramic bath and kitchen items. Actually a really great place to visit *and* there are some great places to eat nearby- The American Club ($$$$), Trattoria Stefano, and Il Ritrovo to name a few. Kohler-Andre Park is also in the area if you’d like to visit protected sand dunes on the cost of Lake Michigan.

Kohler Design Center

If you want a quaint little historic town to spend a few hours in, a 30 min drive north will take you to Cedarburg, WI. Boutiques, fudge shops, and art galleries with a local winery to check out.

Cedar Creek Winery

You can get to Chicago in an hour and a half by car, and there are train and bus serivces from downtown Milwaukee that head to the United States's thrid-largest city.

Chicago , Illinois

Things to Do

CAN I BRING A DATE?

Due to limited space, we are only able to accommodate those guests formally invited on your wedding invitation. If you received a plus one they will appear under your name when you RSVP.

WILL THERE BE AN OPEN BAR?

Beer, wine, and specialty cocktails are on us so get ready to celebrate!

CAN I BRING MY CHILDREN?

Except for the neices &amp; nephews of Angela and Anthony, the event will be adults only.

IS THERE PARKING AT THE VENUE?

Yes! Although we reccomend Lyft or Uber if you will be drinking, there is parking on the street and close by at two pay-to-park lots on 9th St.

Q & A

Angela's mother's parents, Walter and Patricia Hoppe, on their wedding day Aug. 13, 1949. The second photo is Angela's dad's parents, Thomas and Rosemary Payne, on thier wedding day, December 26th, 1946 The third photo are Anthony’s father’s parents, John and Doris Asman on their wedding.

Angela's parents, Steven and Jackie Payne as Newlyweds Anthony's parent's Michael and Colleen Asman at their wedding

The friends who have honored us by being part of The Fellowship of the Wedding (in no particular order) Adrianna Bast, John Verbos, Alison Mackey, Chris Norris, Laura Stretz, Rick Edmonds, Amy Franczak, Nick Bott