Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward shares details about upcoming events

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The city's Third Ward district is loaded with activities to enjoy through the fall season, headed into the winter holidays. Jordan Dechambre of the Historic Third Ward Association joined us on Wednesday, Nov. 13 to preview what's ahead.

"Oliver!" at The Skylight Music Theatre runs from Friday, Nov. 15 to Sunday, Dec. 29. The production features Lionel Bart’s musical based on Charles Dickens’ novel "Oliver Twist," a Tony and Olivier Award-winning show.

Two Black Friday beer events are scheduled from Friday, Nov. 29 to Sunday, Dec. 1. Explorium hosts its annual Black Friday MCS release with live music, gift deals, specialty tastings and discounts. Another event offers a free shuttle between five breweries on Black Friday from noon to 5 p.m., including stops at Wizard Works Brewing in the Third Ward.

Small Business Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30 encourages shopping local with special deals from businesses in the Historic Third Ward. The day also kicks off "Shop the Ward," featuring daily Instagram giveaways through Dec. 23.

Also, Christmas in the Ward is taking place on Friday, Dec. 6 from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Catalano Square. Expect a cookie sale that will benefit Ronald McDonald House Charties of Eastern Wisconsin, food trucks, roasting of s'mores and even live reindeer and costumed characters. There will also be a tree lighting ceremony with Santa Claus, a performance by the Milwaukee Police Band, fireworks and more.

More information can be found by visiting the Historic Third Ward Association online.