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The custard comeback we’ve all been waiting for.
Oscar’s Frozen Custard & Burgers is finally reopening this week, and honestly… Waukesha feels READY. After months of waiting following the fire, one of the area’s most iconic burger and custard spots is making its comeback, and we have a feeling there are going to be some very long lines this week.
This week also brings the opening of the Mukwonago Farmers Market on Wednesday, adding another great spot for fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, and local vendors this season. Plus, there’s a cocktail herb garden workshop in Waukesha, a hat burning workshop at The Tap Yard in Brookfield, and neighborhood rummage sales starting up in New Berlin on Thursday. Definitely a good week to get out and enjoy the spring weather!
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What’s Happening This Week
🗓️ May
Monday, May 11
Trivia Night, Nettie's Irish Pub (Pewaukee, 6:30PM-8:30PM)
Tuesday, May 12
Mums & Mimosas Floral Design Class, Bank of Flowers (Menomonee Falls, 5:30PM)
Sourdough Made Simple Class, Blue Bird Custom Creations (Mukwonago, 6PM-7:30PM)
Wednesday, May 13
Mukwonago Farmers Market, Opening Day (Mukwonago, 2PM-7PM)
Family Movie Night & Pizza Dinner, Ridgewood Church (Brookfield, 5PM)
Hat Burning Workshop, The Tap Yard (Brookfield, 6PM-9PM)
Cocktail Herb Garden Workshop, The Tap Yard (Waukesha, 6:30PM-8:30PM)
Thursday, May 14
New Berlin Neighborhood Rummage (May 14-16) (Crest View Dr, New Berlin)
Sitcom Trivia Night, Matty’s (New Berlin, 7PM)
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Oscar's Frozen Custard Returns In Waukesha
🍔🍦 Oscar’s Is Back, Waukesha!
One of Waukesha’s most iconic burger and custard spots is finally reopening this week, and locals are already buzzing with excitement. After the fire that shook the community, Oscar’s Frozen Custard & Burgers is making its comeback with the burgers and frozen custard generations of people grew up on and can’t wait to have again.
An official opening day hasn’t been announced yet, but rumor has it the doors could open as early as Tuesday 👀🔥 Safe to say… Waukesha is more than ready for that first custard run back.
Mukwonago Farmers Market Opens
🥕 Mukwonago Farmers Market Returns This Week!
Fresh produce, local goodies, homemade treats, and community vibes are back as the Mukwonago Farmers Market kicks off its season this Wednesday. Stop by, shop local, and enjoy an afternoon filled with fresh finds from local growers, makers, and vendors all summer long!
Hat Burning Workshop
🔥 Get Crafty at The Tap Yard
Grab your friends and create a custom burned hat, trucker cap, or tote bag at this fun hands-on workshop in Brookfield. With drinks, wood-burning tools, decorations, and plenty of laughs, it’s the perfect midweek excuse to get creative and make something uniquely yours!
🗓️ Wednesday, May 13
⏰ 6PM–9PM
📌 The Tap Yard, Brookfield
🎟️ Tickets: $87
Cocktail Herb Garden Workshop
🌿 Plants, Pints & Patio Vibes
Grab a drink, hang with friends, and create your own cocktail herb garden packed with Mojito Mint, Lavender, and Lemon Verbena. With your first drink included and all the supplies ready to go, it’s basically the ultimate mix of happy hour, patio season, and plant therapy.
🗓️ Wednesday, May 13
⏰ 6:30PM–8:30PM
📌 The Tap Yard at Minooka Park, Waukesha
🎟️ Tickets: $60
Community Fundraisers This Week
❤️ Give Back Monday at Raised Grain Brewery
🗓️ Monday, May 11
⏰ 3PM–10PM
📍 Raised Grain Brewery, Waukesha
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Enjoy pizza, beer, music bingo, and a night out for a great cause at Raised Grain Brewery’s Give Back Monday event. 10% of taproom sales will help support the MACH Team for the Waukesha Alzheimer’s Walk.
❤️ Take Out Tuesday at Just Smokin’ Barbecue
🗓️ Tuesday, May 12
⏰ 11AM–8PM
📍 Just Smokin’ Barbecue, Lannon
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10% of all sales throughout the day will be donated to Zion Evangelical Lutheran School.
❤️ Jersey Mike’s Dine to Donate
🗓️ Tuesday, May 12
⏰ 4PM–9PM
📍 Jersey Mike’s, Oconomowoc
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Take the night off from cooking and support Summit Elementary PTO with a sub run to Jersey Mike’s in Oconomowoc. Whether you order in-store or through the app, 50% of sales during the fundraiser will be donated back to the school.
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