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2 HOLIDAY LIGHTS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2015 AN ADVERTISING SECTION MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL www.milwaukeemarketplace.com/specialsections At just $1 per person, the Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival’s Jingle Bus tour presented by Meijer is one of the best deals around. The must-see light displays and convenient cost make it a popular draw for families. Narrated by Milwaukee Downtown’s Public Service Ambassadors, the 40-minute tour covers downtown’s most decorated scenes, including “Community Spirit Park” at Cathedral Square Park presented by Columbia St. Mary’s, Madison Medical Affiliates and Ideal Property Management; “Holiday Palace Park” at Pere Marquette Park presented by Zilber Property Group; “Holiday Toy Chest” at Zeidler Union Square presented by We Energies; and the City/County Christmas Tree at Red Arrow Park. Along the non-stop route, riders are treated to a festive panorama and a history lesson! Learn about downtown’s oldest landmarks, hear stories about famous Milwaukeeans and see where you can catch the season’s best holiday shows. The leisurely tour is designed to be a laid-back introduction to downtown, especially if you have not visited in a while. Riders can board the comfy Coach USA Jingle Bus at the festival’s Warming House at The Shops of Grand Avenue’s Center Court, 275 W. Wisconsin Ave. Tours operate from 6 p.m. to 8:20 p.m., Thursdays through Sundays, Nov. 20 until Dec. 27. Arrive early to secure a seat! Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis each night beginning at 5:30 p.m. While waiting to board, the Warming House offers riders complimentary hot apple cider and cookies from Wild Flour Bakery while supplies last, plus the festive sounds of Leonard Bearstein and his 18-piece, animatronic symphony orchestra of bears. In addition, children get a holiday coloring book and can drop wish lists into Santa’s Mailbox, presented by The Milwaukee Theatre. Every child who writes the jolly old elf will receive a personalized letter in return. Adding to the tour’s affordability, passengers also receive discounted parking in The Shops of Grand Avenue’s attached structure. Upon purchase of a Jingle Bus ticket, riders will receive a $3 parking voucher valid for the night of their tour. Enter the parking structure from 2nd Street between Michigan Street and Wisconsin Avenue to be closest to Jingle Bus operations. For more information on the Jingle Bus presented by Meijer, call 414-220-4700 ext. 5 or visit www.milwaukeeholidaylights.com. Downtown Milwaukee is ensuring a direct link to the jolly old elf. Santa’s Mailbox, presented by The Milwaukee Theatre, will have two locations this holiday season – Cathedral Square Park and the Jingle Bus Warming House at The Shops of Grand Avenue, 275 W. Wisconsin Ave. Here’s your chance to tell Santa your heart’s desire and remind him of all the good deeds you’ve performed throughout the year. Letters will be collected Nov. 20 through Dec. 13. However, Santa’s Mailbox at the Jingle Bus Warming House will only be on site during Jingle Bus hours – Thursdays through Sundays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Best of all, every boy and girl who writes to Santa will receive a personalized letter in return. No postage required. Just be sure to include your return address in your correspondence. Downtown Milwaukee has set the stage for six weeks of magical wonders. It’s all in preparation for the 17th annual Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival, Nov. 19 through Dec. 27. Packaging everything from enchanting theater and light displays to family fun and exciting nightlife, the festival has made downtown Milwaukee a winter destination for the region. With the annual celebration just around the corner, now is the time to plan for a memorable season. Holiday revelers can find a complete list of activities at the festival’s website, www.milwaukeeholidaylights.com, or by contacting Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 at 414-220-4700 ext. 5 and requesting a free festival guide. Whether continuing a family tradition or looking to create one, the all-inclusive roundup will help you find your’elf in the magic of the season. Find Your’elf in the Magic Gear Up for a Jolly Jaunt Downtown Delight in Downtown’s Lights with a Coach Bus Tour North Pole Deliveries Soon Accepted at Two Downtown Locations
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At just $1 per person, the Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival’s Jingle Bus tour presented by Meijer is one of the best deals around. The must-see light displays and convenient cost make it a popular draw for families.
Narrated by Milwaukee Downtown’s Public Service Ambassadors, the 40-minute tour covers downtown’s most decorated scenes, including “Community Spirit Park” at Cathedral Square Park presented by Columbia St. Mary’s, Madison Medical Affiliates and Ideal Property Management; “Holiday Palace Park” at Pere Marquette Park presented by Zilber Property Group; “Holiday Toy Chest” at Zeidler Union Square presented by We Energies; and the City/County Christmas Tree at Red Arrow Park.
Along the non-stop route, riders are treated to a festive panorama and a history lesson! Learn about downtown’s oldest landmarks, hear stories about famous Milwaukeeans and see where you can catch the season’s best holiday shows. The leisurely tour is designed to be a laid-back introduction to downtown, especially if you have not visited in a while.
Riders can board the comfy Coach USA Jingle Bus at the festival’s Warming House at The Shops of Grand Avenue’s Center Court, 275 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Tours operate from 6 p.m. to 8:20 p.m., Thursdays through Sundays, Nov. 20 until Dec. 27.
Arrive early to secure a seat! Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis each night beginning at 5:30 p.m.
While waiting to board, the Warming House offers riders complimentary hot apple cider and cookies from Wild Flour Bakery while supplies last, plus the festive sounds of Leonard Bearstein and his 18-piece, animatronic symphony orchestra of bears. In addition, children get a holiday coloring book and can drop wish lists into Santa’s Mailbox, presented by The Milwaukee Theatre. Every child who writes the jolly old elf will receive a personalized letter in return.
Adding to the tour’s affordability, passengers also receive discounted parking in The Shops of Grand Avenue’s attached structure. Upon purchase of a Jingle Bus ticket, riders will receive a $3 parking voucher valid for the night of their tour. Enter the parking structure from 2nd Street between Michigan Street and Wisconsin Avenue to be closest to Jingle Bus operations.
For more information on the Jingle Bus presented by Meijer, call 414-220-4700 ext. 5 or visit www.milwaukeeholidaylights.com.
Downtown Milwaukee is ensuring a direct link to the jolly old elf. Santa’s Mailbox, presented by The Milwaukee Theatre, will have two locations this holiday season – Cathedral Square Park and the Jingle Bus Warming House at The Shops of Grand Avenue, 275 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Here’s your chance to tell Santa your heart’s desire and remind him of all the good deeds you’ve performed throughout the year.
Letters will be collected Nov. 20 through Dec. 13. However, Santa’s Mailbox at the Jingle Bus Warming House will only be on site during Jingle Bus hours – Thursdays through Sundays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Best of all, every boy and girl who writes to Santa will receive a personalized letter in return. No postage required. Just be sure to include your return address in your correspondence.
Downtown Milwaukee has set the stage for six weeks of magical wonders. It’s all in preparation for the 17th annual Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival, Nov. 19 through Dec. 27.
Packaging everything from enchanting theater and light displays to family fun and exciting nightlife, the festival has made downtown Milwaukee a winter destination for the region. With the annual celebration just around the corner, now is the time to
plan for a memorable season.
Holiday revelers can find a complete list of activities at the festival’s website, www.milwaukeeholidaylights.com, or by contacting Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 at 414-220-4700 ext. 5 and requesting a free festival guide.
Whether continuing a family tradition or looking to create one, the all-inclusive roundup will help you find your’elf in the magic of the season.
Find Your’elf in the Magic Gear Up for a Jolly Jaunt Downtown
Delight in Downtown’s Lights
with a Coach Bus Tour
North Pole Deliveries Soon Accepted at Two Downtown Locations
