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September 30, 2026

Two Years, A Lot to Celebrate!

Two years ago, Ryan Laessig stepped into the role of Executive Director of the East Side BID. Somehow, in just two years, he’s managed to squeeze a whole lot of ideas, events, murals, new businesses, bike rides, plaza parties and ambitious neighborhood projects into the mix.

June 22, 2026

Summer Soulstice 2026 Brings Music, Community, and Summer Energy to Milwaukee's East Side

On Saturday, June 13, thousands of people filled the streets of the East Side for another unforgettable Summer Soulstice Music Festival. The neighborhood came alive with live music, art, delicious food, shopping, and the kind of community energy that makes Summer Soulstice one of Milwaukee's favorite summer traditions.
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July 06, 2021

Milwaukee welcomes its first "selfie studio"

Milwaukee’s first “selfie studio,” opened its doors today at 2410 N. Farwell Ave. The space was formerly occupied by Core Yoga.

July 06, 2021

Black Cat Alley looking for women, LGBTQ and BIPOC artists to create new murals

Milwaukee's Black Cat Alley is looking for Wisconsin-based artists to create three new murals. Women, LGBTQ+ and BIPOC artists will be prioritized, according to a news release from the East Side Business Improvement District.

July 06, 2021

East Art Lot and Black Cat Alley ramp up for more art and events

The East Side Creative Corridor will see some new art this summer as organizers seek three new murals for Black Cat Alley and relaunch the East Side Art Lot.

May 30, 2021

Milwaukee-area operators seek help through hiring events

Bars and restaurants in Milwaukee’s East Side neighborhoods are making a collective push to address an industry-wide obstacle: hiring workers.

May 30, 2021

East Side Restaurants and Bars Host Job Fair, May 21-22

The pandemic has been extremely difficult for the service industry to navigate. After having to close or significantly adjust operations, which often meant reducing staff, bars and restaurants are finally getting ready to adjust to a busier and more vibrant pre-pandemic schedule.

May 30, 2021

Greater East Side Restaurant & Bar Job Fair to take place May 21-22

More than 20 bars and restaurants will come together for the Greater East Side Restaurant & Bar Job Fair Friday, May 21 and Saturday, May 22, as Covid restrictions are relaxed and businesses begin to adjust to a busier routine.

May 30, 2021

30 bars, restaurants join forces to hold east side job fair

As restrictions are slowly lifted in Milwaukee, east side bars and restaurants are struggling to find enough workers. That is why east side improvement districts are holding a job fair Friday and Saturday at Casablanca on East Brady Street.

April 23, 2021

The Award-Winning East Side Art Lot Will Return This Summer

In the bygone days of summer 2020, the East Side saw what was once a boring parking lot brought to life with 10 picnic tables painted by local artists. The lot, at 1915 E. North Ave. became an outdoor hangout for diners carrying out from area restaurants.

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