Waukesha Area Symphonic Band

Check out my Shorewest Realtors Blog, including activities in the Lake Country area. There's always something interesting to see. This week the Waukesha Area Symphonic Band is featured.

Oconomowoc Gallery Night

Only better than a Friday night fish fry, is Oconomowoc's Friday Gallery night! Or better yet, a fish fry in Oconomowoc AND shopping at Gallery Night. This Friday, May 1st, Oconomowoc will open it's freshly paved downtown streets to shoppers and locals looking for fun, "retail therapy" and entertainment. Local artisans and musicians offer specialty purchases and entertainment, while patrons stroll the downtown shops and restaurants. See the Oconomowoc Chamber of Commerce for a listing of all upcoming dates throughout the summer. See you in downtown Oconomowoc!

"Walkabout" Oconomowoc

Hi, there...

The mercury is rising, and so is the number of walkers around Oconomowoc's
"Secret Path". As the days lengthen, so does the steady stream of walkers, joggers, strollers and general "lollygagers" around the beautiful shores of Fowler Lake, in downtown Oconomowoc. The lake shore stroll clocks in at around 2 miles, making it a perfect excuse to take a quick bit of excersise during a hectic day. My favorite spot is on the isthmus, between Fowler and Lac LaBelle lakes. The view is beautiful! When you are done with your stroll, you can chuck all the calories you just burned by stopping for some authentic Italian Gelato, at Golosi's. (Raspberry is my favorite!) So...the next time you want a quick stroll with some great scenery, and maybe a tasty treat, visit downtown Oconomowoc!

Karen Trepton

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Quad Graphics preserves land along the Oconomowoc River

It's always great to see a local business do something admirable for it's community. Nice article...

http://www.biztimes.com/daily/2009/4/22/quad-graphics-to-preserve-325-acres-in-town-of-erin

Oconomowoc Run for Jennifer Bukosky

A 5 K run is being held in Oconomowoc, on Saturday morning in memory of Jennifer Bukosky and her daughter, who were killed. The proceeds will benefit drug abuse program education at the Oconomowoc High School.

I was friends with Jennifer, and still find her death so needless and sad. She and Courtney will always be missed, and never forgotten.

http://www.todaystmj4.com/news/local/43413067.html

Oconomowoc Customer Service

Oconomowoc, Lake Country, WI:

I L.O.V.E. to find businesses that cater to the customer! Imagine that! Today, I was out on appointments, and I remembered that I wanted to get my watch fixed. The clasp has been broken for a while, so I stopped in at The Jewelry Mechanic, in Oconomowoc, on Hwy P, to have them take a look at it. Without even blinking an eye, the jeweler asked for my watch, and proceeded to fix it on the spot...and get this, for free!

Now, I'm not writing this to have a run on free services to the Jewelry Mechanic, however, it is amazing and refreshing to find business owners that really understand the meaning of customer service. When I asked the owners how business was doing, they said that they have been very busy, and are dreaming of a few vacation days. I'm not surprised. When you have a good thing going, people find out about it.

So...today's favorite Oconomowoc business is, The Jewelry Mechanic.

Maiden Voyage!

Well, as my first official blog, I'd like to kick off my "News you can Use!" with an article about a beautiful lakecountry mansion. As an avid admirer of gracious, historical lake homes, I've often imagined what it would be like to have lived in this home, during the height of the glory years, at the turn of the last century. I can imagine gala events, lazy days on the lakeshore, and endless special memories being made within its handcrafted walls. I'm sure that the new owners, will have many such years to cherish, as they embark on their own fabulous adventure on the shores of beautiful Pine Lake.

It's wonderful to see that somethings are worth saving.
Enjoy the article.http://tiny.cc/PIneLakeMansion