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Congratulations to 4400 N. Wildwood Avenue, the 2015 Shorewood Neighborhood of the Year!  

The 4400 N. Wildwood Ave. block  has a wealth of fun activities and a great sense of community.  Most of the neighbors participate in the year-round activities and everyone has access to the block's website in order to stay informed.    

Shorewood is proud of the effort this neighborhood puts into staying connected and having fun! Keep up the good work.   

Watch for more information about the 4400 N. Wildwood Ave. block in the next issue of Shorewood Today.

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Village Board has Approved Shorewood's Central District Master Plan

A public hearing was held on Monday, March 9 to consider an updated Central District Master Plan.  The process began in January 2014-- reviewing the 2006 plan, completing a market analysis, and gathering public input via various workshops, stakeholder meetings and outreach efforts.  Each public event was well attended, helping to shape a plan best suited for the community.  A big thank you to all who participated.   

Some final revisions are in order following the Board's decision and staff expects the completed report to be available in the next several weeks.  Look for the final plan on the Village website under Community Development or in the Planning & Development Department at Village Hall. 

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Metro Market Redevelopment  

The former Walgreens and Harry W. Schwartz buildings are officially razed! During the demolition, an older building foundation was discovered, adding to the site preparation timeline.

The remaining asphalt will be removed and starting next week construction of the new Metro Market grocery store foundation will begin. The Village and developer will continue to have project information and updates available.  

Sign up to receive project alerts from the Village at www.villageofshorewood.org/signup. The Village also has project renderings and a construction schedule on the website at www.villageofshorewood.org/metromarket.

Also check out the developer's project page which will include a blog highlighting project details and status at www.shorewoodmetromarket.com.

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Boards, Committee and Commission Appointments

The Village of Shorewood is seeking applications for the Board of Review, Conservation Committee, Design Review Board, Elder Services Advisory Board, Parks Commission, Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Committee and Recreation Advisory Board. Please consider using your Knowledge, skill and passion to help the Village of Shorewood now and in the future.

If you are interested in applying for any of these appointments, please submit your application to the Clerk's Office no later than March 20, 2015. Applications will be reviewed and appointments set for interviews. You may obtain the application on our website or contact the Village Clerk's office at 847-2608.

Applications are kept on file for two years. You may also review the list of Boards, Committees and Commissions and submit applications for any selection that is not listed above. Your application may be considered during the year if a vacancy occurs. 

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Shorewood Reads!

Shorewood Reads is one month away. You've still got time to read Shotgun Lovesongs and be part of the fun. The week of events celebrating and inspired by Shotgun Lovesongs kicks off on Saturday, April 11 with a concert and gallery night from 7-9 p.m. "Shorewood Lovesongs in Concert" features eight local music acts, including Hot Damn! and an SHS jazz sextet. Interspersed with the music will be readings from Shotgun Lovesongs. To round off the night, attendees can view art inspired by Shotgun Lovesongs and created in SHS art classes and more. You can learn about all the Shorewood Reads events on our website.

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History of the Metro Market Construction Site - Did You Know? 

The 30-acres of land facing Oakland Avenue from Capitol Drive to Olive was originally occupied by the Armory.  It was home to the 105th  Cavalry Unit of the Wisconsin National Guard Light Horse Squadron.  The armory grounds were sold in 1929 and new construction began on the property in the early 1930s.

• In the 1930's, on the corner of Oakland and Capitol, the Art Deco style apartment/business building, the bank and grocery store buildings were constructed. 
• In 1945, A&P and the adjoining multi-business building were built on the corner of Kenmore and Oakland (the current construction area). 

• In 1975, the A&P building was destroyed in a fire.  Walgreens replaced the A&P.
• Over the years, the multi-business building next door to the Walgreens housed a variety of businesses including a Woolworth's Variety Store, Silhouette Beauty Salon, Koebel's True Value Hardware, Marc's Big Boy and the Nail Academy.
• In February 1993, the multi-business building was destroyed by fire. The Walgreens was saved and Harry W. Swartz Bookstore made plans to replace the burned down property by the fall of 1993.
• In 1953, Kohl's Food Store was added to the block at the current site of Pick 'n Save.  That building caught fire in April 1970.  Five fire departments and 100 firemen fought the fire.  Damages were estimated at $700,000.
• After the fire, Kohl's Food Store rebuilt.  The business was sold to Batus Corp in the 1970's and sold again in the mid-1980s, this time to A&P, who retained the Kohl's name.
• In August 2003, Pick 'n Save purchased the business.

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Maker Faire at the Library!

Makers, crafters and DIY-ers of all ages are invited to our first ever Maker Faire at Shorewood Library. We'll have hands-on demonstrations and make-and-take items from Home Depot, Brown Dog Gadgets, GhostBusters, and Shorewood's own tinker librarian, Lisa. Join us on Saturday, March 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All ages are welcome, and all ages are sure to come away with some awesome ideas and inspiration. 

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Swing with Shorewood 2015

Thanks to generous support from the community, the SEED Foundation's Swing with Shorewood event has raised over $775,000 in just ten years to support Shorewood Schools. This event involves Village residents, local businesses, teachers and administrators in actively supporting our schools - the centerpiece of Village life. This year, Swing with Shorewood will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at Discovery World on Milwaukee's beautiful lakefront.

Funds raised through the Swing with Shorewood auction have been essential for maintaining outstanding academic programs in our schools, as well as arts and physical education programs, counseling services, foreign language instruction, and other programs that attract families to our unique community. Since SEED's inception 11 years ago, we have funded grants and gifted over a million dollars to the General Education Fund.

Community support is critical to the financial success of our event so we hope that you will make a contribution to support Shorewood Schools. This can be done in several ways:

• Bid on items in the auction program book.
• Attend a fun evening with your Shorewood neighbors at Discovery World (by printing and submitting the RSVP form).

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Help Us

Help You

Help Your Pet 

As spring approaches, the Department of Public Works asks that residents please remember to bag your animal's droppings.  Placing items unbagged in your kart is unsanitary and makes cleaning your kart difficult.  

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Wanted: Shorewood Foundation Directors  

Do you love living in Shorewood?  Do you enjoy working with other dedicated professionals to make a positive impact on the community? Then consider applying to be a Director for the Shorewood Foundation.  We are looking for committed individuals with financial, event planning, public relations, social media, and/or development/fundraising knowledge to join our volunteer board. Please return an application by April 15.  Please contact Alicia Domack with questions.

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Health Department Highlights

Upcoming Immunization Clinics  

(appointment required)

• Tuesday, March 17, 2015- 7:30-9 a.m.: Shorewood Office
• Wednesday, March 18, 2015- 3:30-4:30 p.m.: Brown Deer Office

Upcoming Adult Health Clinics  

(appointment required)

• Wednesday, March 18, 2015- 8-10 a.m.: Brown Deer Office

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North Shore Fire Department Highlights

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