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Vol. 17, Issue 1 • Spring 2024 Go Downtown Kenosha Magazine is produced by Carmichael Communications in association with Visit Kenosha and the Downtown Kenosha Lakeshore Business Improvement District • Frank J. Carmichael: publisher, Carmichael Communications • • Dennis Duchene: President, Visit Kenosha • • Kim Carmichael: sales • • Jason Hedman: editorial manager, photographer • • Kristin Monticelli & Glen Kelly: ad design & processing • • Visit Kenosha contributions by Meridith Jumisko and Donny Stancato • 10 12 18 28 34 50
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We have been roasting coffee in downtown Kenosha since 2020, but we opened our public-facing tasting room last December! We started roasting our coffee inside Rustic Road, and knew that we needed to stay downtown Kenosha while we looked for a larger space. The customers I have met really inspired me to open our own shop! We had many requests for a public-facing side of our coffee roasting business, so I dreamed up our current coffee tasting room with a heavy emphasis on coffee education and space for people to learn about and explore coffee while representing our values. East View Coffee Company is different because we only source coffee from women-owned farms. A lot of these are fair trade and organic as well. I put a lot of time and effort into ethically sourced coffee, all of our coffees have stories, and stopping by the tasting room will allow you to taste different coffee and learn more about it! Speaking of our tasting room, every Thursday at 10am, we host a very informal coffee tasting, giving you a chance to sample and evaluate different roast dates or origins - this might be when you can try some rare, unique, and very tasty coffees in addition to the 15-20 coffees we currently offer. It’s very important to us that East View Coffee Company is welcoming of everyone and a place of conversation and community. We designed our coffee bar to not have equipment in between us and the customer – so we can talk coffee, life, and make connections here in our community. The community and the support of our beautiful downtown has allowed East View Coffee Company and all other businesses to create a growing, thriving, and unique downtown community. We take time to build a connection with every customer. We do lots of little things differently, so we take time to introduce ourselves and talk about what is different here at East View to every person who comes in our door. Moving thoughtfully, we ask about food sensitivities and love to match you with the perfect coffee drink for the day! We are members of 1% for the Planet, which means they look through our financials every year and verify that we have donated at least 1% of our total revenue to environmental causes. We partner with Root Pike WIN and appreciate their work in our community. We compost all our food waste and coffee grounds! Our coffee bags, as well as all our cold coffee cups and straws are compostable. We encourage our customers to bring in reusable cups or stay and enjoy their coffee in our in-house cups (we have a loyalty program just for people using refillable cups/in-house cups). My story - Jenny Ulbright owner of East View Coffee Company 716 58th St eastviewcoffee.com
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Union Park Tavern is the place to be for great libations, award-winning food, special events, fantastic music entertainment (almost every night of the week!) a beautiful beer garden, and as always - FUN! In addition to the great drinks and entertainment, UPT takes their food menu to a new level - Meatloaf Mondays, half-price chicken on Wednesdays, German Thursdays, their famous Friday fish fry, and the Late Risers Scratch Breakfast Saturdays and Sundays from 9am - 3pm. Follow them on Facebook to find out more about their upcoming events! Union Park Tavern 4520 Eighth Ave unionparktavern.com
Located in the heart of Downtown Kenosha, Captain’s Quarters offers modern accommodations with all of the comforts of home! Located in the heart of Downtown Kenosha, Captain’s Quarters offers modern accommodations with all of the comforts of home! Two Bedrooms. Sleeps up to six guests. https://airbnb.com/h/captainquarterswi Two Bedrooms. wo Bedrooms. Sleeps up to six guests. Sleeps up to six guests. DT2023-4 Serving Breakfast Sat. & Sun. 8-11am Bring Captain Mike’s award winning Burgers & Mac & Cheese to your next event, workplace or festival. Book at captainmikespub.com Captain Mike’s On Wheels Photos by Samantha Swain ‘23 CUSTOM SEASONAL ELEGANT = = Portside Catering makes your events one of-a-kind-with elegant & delicious dishes. PRIVATE OCCASIONS • CORPORATE EVENTS • LARGE CELEBRATIONS 5124 6th Avenue • Kenosha, WI 53140 [email protected] DT 2023-2 Mondays: Trivia with America’s Pub Quiz & 1/2 Price Gin ondays: Trivia with America’s Pub Quiz & 1/2 Price Gin Tuesdays: Beer Bingo uesdays: Beer Bingo Wednesdays: Oyster Night - Fresh Oysters 6pm until sold out ednesdays: Oyster Night - Fresh Oysters 6pm until sold out Thursdays: Live Music Thursdays: Live Music Fridays: Fitzgerald Fridays - $5 pint Edmund Fitzgerald Fridays: Fitzgerald Fridays - $5 pint Edmund Fitzgerald Saturday & Sundays: Breakfast 8am - 11am aturday & Sundays: Breakfast 8am - 11am DAILY SPECIALS: AILY SPECIALS: Mondays: Trivia with America’s Pub Quiz & 1/2 Price Gin Tuesdays: Beer Bingo Wednesdays: Oyster Night - Fresh Oysters 6pm until sold out Thursdays: Live Music Fridays: Fitzgerald Fridays - $5 pint Edmund Fitzgerald Saturday & Sundays: Breakfast 8am - 11am DAILY SPECIALS: DT 2023-2 E A T S FOODT RUCK DRINKS ENTERTAINMENT E N T E R T A I N M E N T D R I N K S E N T E R T A I N M E N T E A T S F O O D T R U C K D R I N K S E N T E R T A I N M E N T E A T S F O O D T R U C K
Page 14 Downtown Kenosha 2024, Vol. 17 Issue #1 #godowntownkenosha ONLINE AT HAP2IT.COM Acupuncture is effective in treating a wide variety of medical problems. Please see our website for more information and what to expect on your first visit. • Offering free 30-minute cosmetic consults for holistic skin wellness and facial treatments. • No consult needed Immune boosting and de-stress treatments for $60.00. • Visit the website for more details and a complete list of services offered. • Call or schedule online and take charge of your health and wellness today! Candi Carmody L.Ac., MSOM, MSN Candi has been working in health care for over 20 years. Her mission is to offer unique & individual care utilizing holistic health & wellness. Please call or Schedule on-line a FREE 15 MINUTE PHONE CONSULTATION 705 50th Street, Kenosha, WI • (262)977-8793 www.ThreeMoonsAcupuncture.com DE-STRESS TREATMENT $60 DT2023-2 ‘23 Insurance Accepted Saturday April 20th 9am-12pm Meeting between Anna's on the Lake and The Wyndham Garden Kenosha Harborside Hotel. | 09:00 am | Minors must be accompanied by an adult | Dress to clean, supplies provided! Rain Date: April 27th DT2024-1 HeadquarterS 5507 6th Ave. • Kenosha WI (262)748-4432 Business Hours Tuesday - Saturday 12pm to 7pm Sunday 12pm to 5pm shoesoldier262.com DT2022-4
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Friday Fish Fry 11am-9pm Scratch Kitchen Serving Food 7 Days A Week 4520 8th Avenue Kenosha Wisconsin WEEKLY ENTERTAINMENT UNIONPARKTAVERN.COM Mon. - Fri. 11am - Bar Closing Sat. - Sun. 9am - Bar Closing We offer indoor or outdoor seating and carry out. Call 262-652-6454 or 262-652-0978 to place your order. WEEKLY FOOD SPECIALS Monday: Meatloaf Tues. Trivia 7-9pm, Karaoke 9pm Wed. Open Mic 8pm Thurs. Open Jam 8pm Sun. Cy’s Piano Jam 4-7pm Live Music Every Friday & Saturday Kenosha’s Best Wait Staff Late Risers Breakfast served EVERY Saturday & Sunday from 9am-3pm Tuesday: Of Course Tacos! Wednesday: 1/2 Price Chicken Dinners (2 or 4pc. Chicken, Slaw & Choice of Potato. Dine-in only.) Saturday 3-9pm: Deep Fried Ribs Try them as a combo with our broasted chicken! Sunday 3-9pm: $10 Burger Special Thursday: German Platter (Dine-in only.) $5 RAIL OR SRIRACHA BLOODY MARYS $3 MIMOSAS EVERY SAT. & SUN. Best of Kenosha in Beer, Bar Food, Wait Staff & Fish Fry for 12 years in a row! DT024-1 Happy Hour Mon.-Thurs. 3-6pm Try Kenosha’s Best Bloody Mary! BEST BEER SELECTION IN KENOSHA VOTED Kenosha’s Best Wait Staff Dont Forget About..... Pavle’s Lounge 1724 52nd St. 1724 52nd St. Open Thurs-Sat 6pm-Close Open Mic • Every Thursday • 9pm With Host Rusty Chicken LIVE MUSIC EVERY WEEKEND! ‘23 ‘23 Voted Best Bar Food! LIVE MUSIC EVERY WEEKEND!
Explore our fantastic museums! Explore our fantastic museums! What is the best part of working at the museums? I enjoy working with the staff, volunteers, and visitors as well as the learning opportunities available every day! Please share with us something you’ve learned since working at the museums. I have learned so much more about the Wisconsin Story and Native American culture and history here in Kenosha. What types of groups come through the museums? All kinds: veterans, senior groups, colleges, all schools, daycares and virtual schools and homeschools, scout troops, travel groups, community organizations, government officials, families and more! Approximately how many groups per year come through our various museums? Prior to the pandemic, we served over 12,000 guests in group programming alone, this does not include those who came for events, weddings, classes and self-guided tours. Are tours available at all three museums? Any group of 10 or more people, may call and schedule a guided tour and program through any of the museums. They can visit our website and ask to reserve one of our many options at all three museums. For more information on the Kenosha Public Museum, Civil War Musuem, and the Dinosaur Discovery Museum, visit museums.kenosha.org. Or to schedule a tour, people can reach me at 262-653-4424 or email [email protected]. What is something about the Kenosha Public Museum that the average person might not know? On the 2nd Floor in the Kenosha Public Museum, we have an exhibit entitled "From Curiosity to Science" telling the story of the establishment of museums. The curator has added some fun items in each cabinet that don't really belong, such as: a unicorn, a dinosaur in a glass jar, and a squirrel in a canoe to name a few. Have you ever seen the movie “Night at the Museum”? What do you think would happen if things came to life at night at our museums? We are actually hosting a private overnight event this year for a large girl scout group. We are among the few in the area that provde overnight events, and the itinerary includes: fun activities, snacks, flashlight tours, a movie, and breakfast in the morning. I don't think anything will come to life, but I'm sure it will be very memorable! We know it’s not right to pick favorites but we’re going to ask anyway, do you have a favorite museum? I love them all for various reasons, but my sons love the Dinosaur Discovery Museum and now that they are older, they volunteer to go to the dig site in Montana next year. Q&A with Carolina Bado, Education Services Coordinator Kenosha Public Museum 5500 First Ave museums.kenosha.org
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Page 20 Downtown Kenosha 2024, Vol. 17 Issue #1 #godowntownkenosha ONLINE AT HAP2IT.COM DT 2022-1 mikebjorns.com Includes any color tie or bow (choose from 1000’s) Any color shirt (slim or standard) Includes any belt or suspenders and any pair of socks Special includes 34 Short to 54 Long (Additional charge for bigger sizes.) 5614 6th Avenue Kenosha (262) 652-0648 $219 SUIT PURCHASE SPECIAL Michael Kors Rentals Available for $159.99 Available in SLIMFIT or Classic Fit DT2023-1 711 - 57th Street Downtown Kenosha 262.455.7502 Lingerie (Small -4x) • Toys & Games Massage Oils • And lots more... DT2021-3 Open Thursday through Sunday DT2024-1
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My dad, Mike Bjorn, worked for other menswear stores, so he was familiar with the industry when he started the business, Mike Bjorn’s, in 1981 with my mom Judy after saving up their hard-earned money. Their first location was downtown at 614 59th St (currently home to Kindred Kitties). I grew up with the business and have been invested in it my entire life. It’s my parent’s legacy and I’m happy and honored to be a part of it! Bjorn’s is probably the most unique clothing store in the entire country. We specialize in menswear for events of all kinds. We’re known for having an extensive amount of inventory at extremely fair prices. We cater products for anything from a casual dinner outfit to a top hat and tails. Bjorn’s provides personalized customer service that can’t be beat by box stores or online shopping. We provide a welcoming atmosphere for all, with a unique, quirky charm that’s found nowhere else. When if comes to the perfect suit, fit is everything. The guy that buys the expensive suit must tell everyone in the room how much he spent on it. Our suits do the talking for you. The key to maintaining a successful business is dedication and commitment to the highest levels of customer service on all fronts. I am so proud to be a downtown Kenosha business owner. Downtown has a different vibe than the rest of the Kenosha area. We have a strong collection of unique, locally owned businesses and we all seem to share a sense of pride for our little community. My story - Brett Bjorn of Bjorn’s Fine Clothing, 5614 Sixth Ave We have a rich history throughout Kenosha; Crystal’s has had seven different locations around town. It started in early 1896 by Louis Crystal at 5701 22nd Ave. Through the years, it has been located on 56th Street and next to the First National Bank on Sixth Avenue. When my mother and father, Sam and Joanne, took over the business, they altered the name to S.J. Crystal’s to represent their first names. The earliest memory I have was in the late 1950’s, we were in the building that now holds Lulu Birds from 1963 until the early 80s. At that time, the downtown area was beginning to deteriorate, many of the stores here had already closed or moved west. There were many factors which contributed to the downfall of downtown in the 70s and 80s – the Southport Mall didn’t help. But people’s shopping habits were changing, and many of the old time retailers were retiring or dying off, and their families didn’t want to continue the business. The same could have happened to SJ Crystals, had I not loved the business and wanted to carry on with it. Like many others, we relocated west to Pershing Plaza in the early 80s, but were excited to return to Downtown Kenosha in 2004. I feel like I’m the luckiest man in the world, because I still enjoy coming to work everyday and meeting new people and seeing all the new styles with every season. I find it fun to see the old styles returning and the younger people think these are some new groundbreaking fashion trends. My story - Lew Aceto of S.J. Crystals, 5701 Sixth Ave photo by D.Stancato
Open 7 days a week 11:00AM 262-945-1567 4120 7th A 4120 7th Ave. “Home of the shore lunch” e of the shore lunch” You catch ‘em- u catch ‘emWe’ll cook ‘em l cook ‘em or smoke ‘em! oke ‘em! Bring your fresh catch in & let ing your fresh catch in & let us prep us prepare it for you! are it for you! Choose from Fried • Broiled • Blackened Served with Fries, Coleslaw & Bread ved with Fries, Coleslaw & Bread Happy Hour Specials y Hour Specials 3-6PM M 3-6PM Monday-Friday onday-Friday A full line of home smoked items are available for sale ull line of home smoked items are available for sale • Fish • Fowl • Bacon • Fowl • Bacon • Poultry • Ham • Jerky oultry • Ham • Jerky We also will custom smoke your fish or game. lso will custom smoke your fish or game. Had so much fun you want to do it again? Rooms are available at reasonable rates at s are available at reasonable rates at 4815 7th Avenue Kenosha, WI 53140 Kenosha, WI 53140 262-945-1567 Catering to fishing parties Clean Comfortable Rooms Spacious Entertaiment Room Close to Many Downtown Amenities Across s Across street from harbor treet from harbor Boat Slips For Rent By Day, Week Or Month Fresh Fish & Seafood Homemade Soups & Chowder Unique Appetizers Plenty of FREE parking Daily Lunch Specials Flat Screen TVs with NFL Ticket Only $12 per per Only $12 per person MERRY YACHT MERRY YACHT INN MERRY YACHT MERRY YACHT
Look and feel your best when downtown! Look and feel your best when downtown! Affair With Hair Styling 4812 Sheridan Rd Get that personalized experience, combining top-notch hairstyling services with a chic and a welcoming atmosphere. Bellissima Hair 5700 Seventh Ave Scissors snipping, blow dryers whirring, and clients chatting eagerly as they awaited their transformation, this independent salon offers overs 45 years experience combined. Dakini Healing Arts 5603 Seventh Ave Created to benefit the wellness & growth of the mind, body & spirit with acupuncture, cupping, reiki, and massage. Dawn's Style 633 58th St Dawn’s Style is known for wonderful service, fresh styles, homemade jewelry, Lampe Berger lamps and more. Perfect 10 Salon & Spa 5509 Sixth Ave The Source of beauty is health, and you can trust the highly skilled team at Perfect 10 for all your beauty needs. Moda Bella Salon and Spa 914 60th St Whether you're there for a haircut, a massage, a facial, Moda Bella is dedicated to making your visit unforgettable. G's Barber Company 5806 Sixth Ave For premium grooming services tailored to the modern gentlemen, traditional techniques with contemporary styles. Hush Beauty Lounge 5014 Seventh Ave Hush creates a relaxing salon experience, so you the client can feel comfortable and enjoy their time. The Hair Lab 717 57th Street Go beyond just hair styling to foster self-expression and confidence! Hair by Marty 622 56th St A hair cut is all about the experience and Marty will turn your locks into works of art! Janice Hair Design & Boutique 643 58th St Janice’s will give you that comprehensive and tailored beauty experience. Ruffolo’s Spa 5610 Seventh Ave Where sophistication meets serenity, let the experienced team at Ruffolo’s Spa pamper you. Salon on Sixth 5038 Sixth Ave Salon on Sixth offers a clean, comfortable cut, wash, and styling. The Salon on Sixth stylists are ready to help you look and feel your best! Salon Pure 5531 Sixth Ave At Salon Pure every strand is treated with care and every visit promises a rejuvenating experience tailored just for you. Stella's Hair Salon 726 58th St Offering a welcoming atmosphere and expert hair care services, catering to diverse styles and preferences. Three Moons Acupuncture 705 50th St Offering unique and individual care utilizing holistic health and wellness with acupuncture, lifestyle coaching, and nutritional consultations. Q: How did you come up with the name Hush Beauty Lounge? Amanda (Hush): The word hush makes me think of peace, relaxation, and calm. They were all things I was looking for when I came up with the name. Q: What inspired you to open up your own salon? Sarai (Salon on Sixth): I wanted to create my own vibe. To be able to create a salon that is technically driven with giving back to the community and the Earth. Q: Why did you choose Downtown for your salon? Stacey (Salon Pure): The camaraderie of all of the small businesses. When I walk into the salon each day, I get to wave to the fellow business owners that surround us! photo by D.Stancato photo by D.Stancato photo by D.Stancato
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ONLINE AT HAP2IT.COM #godowntownkenosha Downtown Kenosha 2024, Vol. 17 Issue #1 Page 27 5701 6th Avenue, Kenosha • 262-656-9910 • sjcrystals.com Mon.-Wed. 10AM-4PM • Thurs.-Fri. 10AM-5PM Sat. 10AM-2PM • Sun. Closed DT2024-1 FOR THE FINEST IN MEN’S FASHIONS, IT’S CLEARLY... MEN’S APPAREL Fitting Kenosha since 1896 5824 6th Ave. • Kenosha • (262) 652-4787 • thenutritionhouse.com Senior & Veterans discounts Your CBD Headquarters Hours: Mon - Sat 9am - 5pm • Sunday 12-4pmDT2024-1 • Vitamins And Supplements • Local Honey • Fresh Organic Eggs • Organic Teas • Skincare Products • Hemp CBD • Large Supply of Essential Oils • Organic Kombucha & Snacks • Locally Made & Wildcrafted Herbal Remedies We also carry a large supply of local and Wisconsin sourced items. Products from local companies include: Superfood and Protein Powders to enhance nutrition and boost energy... Holistic Wellness at its Best! Superfood and Protein Powders to enhance nutrition and boost energy... Holistic Wellness at its Best!
Home to those famous burgers you’ve been hearing about, Captain Mike’s Beer and Burger bar is much more than their great food. They have a huge selection of beer on tap and in cans, palette pleasing whisky and an impressive gin selection. In addition to the wide variety of specialty burgers, their mac and cheese menu is equally impressive - have it just the way you like it with a build your own option, or go with one of their special combinations. Are you an early riser? Check out their weekend breakfasts starting at 8am! Captain Mike’s Beer & Burger Bar 5118 Sixth Ave captainmikespub.com
ONLINE AT HAP2IT.COM #godowntownkenosha Downtown Kenosha 2024, Vol. 17 Issue #1 Page 29 DT2024-1 Beef ~ Pork ~ Chicken ~ Lamb ~ Goat ~ Thanksgiving Fresh Turkeys ~ Ducks ~ Geese Rabbit ~ Chicken Eggs ~ Duck Eggs ~ Cheeses ~ Goat Milk Products ~ Cow’s Milk Products ~ Pies ~ Cookies ~ Flavored & Regular Maple Syrup ~ Honey ~ Pasta ~ Sauces Flavored Crackers ~ Bread ~ Brats ~ Bacon ~ Grab-N-Go MILITARY DISCOUNT: 20% WITH MILITARY ID (Dine-In or Take Out) NEW LOCATION! 5814 6th Avenue Kenosha, WI 53140 Available Through March: Homemade Soup & Bread Meals Every Third Thursday: Buy One Get One 1/2 Off - Brats, Chips & Drink WATCH FOR NEW SPRING SPECIALS! We are a small local farm established in 1966 by Edward, Paul & PJ Sherwood who are 2nd & 3rd Generation farmers. We make our own vegetarian feed out of what we harvest without chemicals, horomones or antibiotics. Our animals are raised as God intended; organic, not just certified organic. DT2024-1 Sherwood Forest Meat Market 262-721-2828 Sherwood Forest Meat Market 262-721-2828 5814 6th Avenue Kenosha, WI 53140 NEW LOCATION!
Look who’s Downtown! Look who’s Downtown! at Franks Diner at Kenosha Public Museum at Ruffolo’s Spa at The Buzz at In the Garden of Eden at Kenosha History Center photo by K.Carmichael at Blue House Books
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The Wild Goose Exchange 5613 Sixth Ave New downtown! New downtown! The Wild Goose Exchange originally opened in Appleton and now they are branching out with a second shop new in downtown Kenosha! What began as a simple vintage clothing exchange, has grown to encompass a wide variety of items. Initiator Aydan Hughes-Massey says that Wild Goose is a “charcuterie of style,” where they are letting the community shape their direction while they apply their unique and ever-changing new and recycled, fashion selection. While the shop has current trends, designer, vintage and unique clothing. Aydan has also graced the store with toys, vintage items, Kenosha throwbacks, independent art, and he is proud to show off his fantastic Lego collection. Be sure to check out one of Kenosha’s newest and eclectic shops because as Aydan says, “A downtown life is an important one for a growing community!”
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Look who’s Downtown! Look who’s Downtown! at Vintage Underground at Bjorn’s Fine Clothing at Smarty’s Sweets & Treats at East View Coffee Company at SJ Crystal’s Men’s Wear at Kenosha Public Museum
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5125 6th Avenue Kenosha Live Comedy EVERY Friday & Saturday! DT2024-1 LUKAS ARNOLD LUKAS ARNOLD MAR 8/9 STEVE HYTNER STEVE HYTNER MAR 29/30 DR NO MIN INK IMUM KATHLEEN DUNBAR KATHLEEN DUNBAR APR 5/6 ANDY BENINGO ANDY BENINGO APR 11/12 MICHELE TRAINA MICHELE TRAINA APR 12/13 MR. SHOWTIME MR. SHOWTIME “KENNY BANIA” Divorce Diaries Live Comedy EVERY Friday & Saturday! MAR 15/16 GREG SCHWEM GREG SCHWEM MAR 22/23 2.4M Page 38 Downtown Kenosha 2024, Vol. 17 Issue #1 #godowntownkenosha ONLINE AT HAP2IT.COM
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Look who’s Downtown! Look who’s Downtown! at House of Nutrition at Public Craft Brewing Company at A Summer’s Garden Florist at Smarty’s Sweets and Treats at Simmons Public Library at Subway photo by K.Carmichael photo by K.Carmichael at Lemon Street Gallery & Art Space
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Look who’s Downtown! Look who’s Downtown! at Sandy’s Popper at Kenosha Public Market at Blue House Books at Fin & Ale at To and From Gift Shop at Sherwood Meats at Public Craft Brewing Company at Kenosha Creative Space at Church & Market
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DeShaun • Blak Coffee • 5615 Seventh Ave Q. What kind of vibes do you aim for at your coffee shop? A: A look into culture and my family. We are a shop where everyone feels welcome when you walk through the door. In downtown Kenosha, a lively coffee culture thrives, boasting an eclectic mix of charming coffee shops. Whether you prefer an Americano with honey, a creamy white chocolate mocha, or a coffee soda, you're sure to discover the perfect brew. Beyond their exceptional beverages, these cafes offer more than just a caffeine fix—they serve as welcoming sanctuaries for locals to convene, work, or simply unwind over a steaming cup of java. See the full interviews at godowntownkenosha.com/blog Shanon • The Buzz Cafe • 5621 Sixth Ave Q. What are some of the most popular items on the menu at The Buzz? A: The Honey Bee and Nutella Latte are definitely our top two. Honorable mention to one of our seasonal lattes: The Sugar Cookie Latte, which is a staff favorite. Jenny • East View Coffee Company • 716 58th St Q. What makes East View Coffee stand out from all the other coffee shops in the area? A: From being tip-free, where we pay all our employees a living wage, to having a very mission of supporting women-owned farms, giving back to our community, and putting care into everything we do, it just feels different. Anna • Anna’s on the Lake • 5919 Sixth Ave Q. What inspired you to start up a coffee shop? A: It was the desire to create a place where people could connect and make their own special memories over the simple pleasure of a good cup of coffee. We’ve witnessed that a lot over this past year and it feels really special to be a part of people’s lives by creating an inviting space where bonds are formed, and memories are made. Tiffany • Café at The Stella • 5706 Eighth Ave Q. How does the Café at The Stella connect with the local community? Tiffany: One way we foster our connection is by extending gestures of appreciation, such as offering complimentary coffee to the Kenosha Police. Additionally, we actively support local artists by providing a platform to showcase their work. Currently, Lemon Street Gallery features artwork available for purchase within our café, allowing patrons to experience the vibrant creativity of our community firsthand. Q. Can you tell us a little about your fantastic staff? Tiffany: Our team of Baristas embodies the essence of hospitality, blending professionalism with genuine warmth to elevate every guest interaction. Hardworking, spirited, and committed to excellence, our staff is the heart and soul of the cafe, continually striving to exceed expectations and create moments of delight for our guests. photo by D.Stancato photo by D.Stancato photo by D.Stancato photo by D.Stancato photo by D.Stancato
5125 6th AVE. KENOSHA April 6th • 7:30PM April 20th • 7:30PM May 11th • 7:30PM Pat McCurdy Pat McCurdy We are always adding new acts! For the latest updates go to Yesterday’s Children Bringing his unique style of comedy, music & audience intaction, Pat McCurdy has been entertaining throughout the Midwest, and across the nation for decades. The Midwest's legendary 10-piece horn group, now celebrating over 50 years of making memorable music Rick started as Elvis in the New York Broadway play "Elvis-The Legend Lives" along with the Jordanaires and D.J. Fontana S o o 6:30pm - 9:30pm 7:00pm - 9:00pm All Star Join Us Every Wednesday! Karaoke S S S o o Yesterday’s Children May 17th & 18th • 7:30PM HARMONIX HARMONIX ROCK & ROLL BINGO FREE DT2024-1 FOR EVENT TICKETS VISIT HAP2IT.COM STOP IN 1420 63RD ST. M-F 10AM-4PM OR CALL 1-262-564-8800 RICK “ELVIS” SAUCEDO RICK “ELVIS” SAUCEDO We are always adding new acts! For the latest updates go to An A Cappella event you won’t want to miss! Singing the hits from yesterday & today! Menu at rusticbrewing.com 5706 6th Ave • Downtown Kenosha 262.320.7623 14 Craft Taps... and a whole lot more! Inspired Craft Food • Cocktails, Seltzers and Wine Tues. Open Mic Night • Wed. Bingo • Thur. Family Feud Fri. Trivia Night • Sat. Live Music SMALL LOCAL CRAFTED Patio Reopening Coming Soon! DT2024-1 Try our classic Wisconsin Friday Fish Fry ONLINE AT HAP2IT.COM #godowntownkenosha Downtown Kenosha 2024, Vol. 17 Issue #1 Page 45
Over 100 years ago, the one story building located at 4120 Seventh Ave. was constructed as a billiard hall and “soft drink parlor.” -During prohibition, we had a plethora of these soft drink parlors all over town (wink, wink). When prohibition was repealed in 1933, Rosing’s Hall quickly became one of the most popular places in town for drink, community meetings and other social events. During the war years of the 1940’s, the tavern seems to have fallen into a flux, with the liquor license being passed around. In September, 1946, Carl Williams opened Williams Bar. This would be the extremely brief, for by November of that same year, former bartenders of Rosling’s, Clem Zeihen and WWII veteran Chester Matoska, take over ownership from Williams, naming their new place Clem and Chet’s. By the summer of 1956, Clem Zeihen was out of the partnership and the name of t he tavern officially became Chet’s Sports Bar. Through the years, it evolved into one of Kenosha’s premiere taverns, a gathering place for all walks of life - from the common man to the Kennedy - seriously. At least one Kennedy spent some time at Chet’s, Robert Kennedy dined there on Sunday, January 31, 1960, and stayed the night in Kenosha. By 1958, Chet’s Sports Bar began really pushing their hot beef sandwiches and quickly became the #1 hot beef sandwich place in town. By the summer of 1983, Chet Matoska, then 66, had decided it was time to retire. August 12, 1983 was the grand opening of a brand new tavern at this location, T.G.s, owned by Tony and Ronnie Rocsioli-Greco and Ronnie’s mother Angie. The new owners wanted a different name, stating that “There is only one Chet,” and choose T.G,’s as an abbreviation of the classic adage TGIF, or Thank God It’s Friday, as they dubbed it a “celebration of people.” Flashback! Flashback! Pictured behind the bar is Chet Matoska back when the bar Pictured behind the bar is Chet Matoska back when the bar was known as Clem & Chet’s (between 1946-56) was known as Clem & Chet’s (between 1946-56) Chet Matoska in 1983 Chet Matoska in 1983 (photo: Kenosha (photo: Kenosha News) to 4120 Seventh Ave to 4120 Seventh Ave (story continues on next page) (story continues on next page)
TG’s Sports Bar continued the tradition that Chet built of being a meeting place for Kenosha, as well as keeping the famous hot beef sandwiches and expanding with some of their Italian heritage dishes like lasagna and ravioli. In the early 1990’s Tony and Ronnie RoscioliGreco stepped away from the business and David Palmer took over ownership. Throughout the early aughts, TG’s focused on their food and more live music. Local acts Pat Crawford and Ash Can School were some favorites who would play regularly. By September 2003, TG’s would get their next owners,Theresa and Sherry Revis. The Revis sisters (inlaw) kept the food and live music angle going strong, and they even branched out with catering services. By the end of March, 2019, new owners Kristine Brittich and her husband Randy took over as the latest owners. After only 12 months of owning the bar, the COVID shutdown hit. In August 2022, TG’s closed their doors for the last time, with Brittich hosting a last ditch estate sale, selling everything in the bar that someone could carry out. Many feared that the days of good drinks, food, and conversation at this location was gone forever. However, the building would not stay closed for long. Anyone who has spent any considerable time in downtown Kenosha over the past three decades is familiar with Jim Matzur. Like Matoska before him, Matzur became a well-known neighborhood icon as the owner of The Boat House Pub and Eatery, 4917 7th Ave, which he opened in 1992. After thirty years overlooking the Kenosha harbor, providing smoked fish, delicious dinners, their famous Long Island ice teas, and occasional entertainment, Matzur decided it was time to retire. But that didn’t last, he soon was coaxed out of retirement by former customers who wanted that special touch that was missing from the new owners of the Boat House - the smoked fish, and the offer of cooking a customer’s fresh catch of the day. It was a huge part of his previous business, and Matzur saw a need to bring it back. Matzur purchased the building at 4120 Seventh Ave., and began an extensive remodeling. “It needed a lot of work,” Matzur said in a 2024 interview. “We kept the bar and the back side of the bar, but just about everything else was replaced and renovated. It was in rough shape and needed some care.” In early 2024, Matzur opened Fin and Ale, a brand new venue which his fans and friends from the Boat House days will find refreshingly familiar. Matzur’s style and craftsmanship with wood, shown prominently at the Boat House, has carried over to Fin and Ale. Today, Fin and Ale offers a fantastic evolving menu featuring such mouthwatering dishes as smoked baby back ribs, smoked split chicken, and prime rib on Fridays and Saturdays. “Lake Michigan is a magnet for me,” Matzur said. “I knew whatever I was going to do, it would be in downtown Kenosha. But the history of this building is so amazing. I couldn’t bear to see it just rot away.” Although he is focused on smoking fish and meat in the back kitchen, Matzur has brought on the best team at Fin and Ale to provide you with a wonderful experience. It might look different, but Fin and Ale definitely carries the spirit of Chet Matoska in every drink poured, every conversation started, and every bite of a sandwich. Speaking of sandwiches, Matzur had some news to bring us. “I’m currently in the process of perfecting a hot beef sandwich recipe. I am looking forward to having people try it.” By Jason Hedman A moment is captured during a live band A moment is captured during a live band performance at TG’s in 2009 performance at TG’s in 2009 (photo: S.R. (photo: S.R. Photography) Photography) (continued from previous page) (continued from previous page)
Page 48 Downtown Kenosha 2024, Vol. 17 Issue #1 #godowntownkenosha ONLINE AT HAP2IT.COM Popcorn, Ice Cream and More Kenosha’s Own Family-owned Popcorn and Ice Cream Shop Plan Now For Your Wedding, Showers & Other Special Events Sandy’s Popper Celebrating 16 Years Downtown! Downtown 6th Ave 262-605-3202 Gift Cards Available Order online at www.sandyspopper.com DT2024-1 • Hand Scooped Ice Cream • Fresh, Homemade Gourmet Popcorn • Nostalgic Sweets, Giant Malt Balls, Home-made Turtles and Popcorn Balls • Tailor-made Products and Services for Events and Special Orders • Creative Custom Gift Packs, Baskets, Boxes and Tins Ever Changing Boutique Items Check Hours Weekly on •Lampe Berger •Peepers •Moroccan Oil •Myra Bags •Unique Jewelry We Carry: •Gift Certificates Available• 633 58th Street, Downtown Kenosha 262.914.5718 DT2023-1 Welcome To Millie Bo Peep! Enjoy browsing our one-stop shop for all things baby, toddler, and children up to size 10 262.308.0567 5720 6th Ave. Kenosha, WI 53140 milliebopeep.com New To Downtown DT2023-1 DT2024-1 Locally owned & operated Locally owned & operated Friendly Service, Fresh Food Reasonable Prices Bright, Clean Restaurant 627 56th Street, Kenosha, WI (262) 654-0500 Friendly Service, Fresh Food Reasonable Prices Bright, Clean Restaurant DT 2024-1
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One of the hottest new spots just north of downtown is Fin and Ale! Jim Matzur, formerly of The Boat House, has given a fresh look to the location once known as TG’s. The word is quickly spreading around that their perch dinner (served seven days a week) is among the tops in town! Fin and Ale 4120 Seventh Ave