Published Dec. 6, 2013 at 5:03 a.m.

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OnMilwaukee.com Weekend Preview, Dec. 6-8, 2013

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Hopefully your turkey coma has worn off and you are ready to take advantage of all the delightful things to do in Milwaukee this weekend. Maybe you want to experience Christmas In The Ward, Festivus on Brady Street, hit up The Onion "Swag Sale", see the Miller Valley all in lights, celebrate "Repeal Day," see the Wave, Admirals and Bucks and so much more. And of course, the OnMilwaukee Weekend Preview has you covered.

FRIDAY

CHRISTMAS IN THE WARD
Tonight, the Historic Third Ward holds its 25th Christmas in the Ward tree lighting ceremony. Enjoy the sounds of the Milwaukee Police Band, meet Mrs. Claus and enjoy the official tree-lighting with Mayor Tom Barrett. The Bartolotta Fireworks kick off at 6:15! Then, enjoy the continuation of festivities all day Saturday as well. Learn more here:
historicthirdward.org/events/christmas.php

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Try some of the best fish frys in town tonight!

Twisted Fisherman: http://twistedfisherman.com/
The Twisted Fisherman is a riverside Seafood Shack offering a variety of fresh sustainable seafood, crab, ribs and specialty drinks. Try a Traditional Milwaukee Fish Fry with house breaded, deep fried Lake Erie Perch, and a choice of 2 sides.

Hubbard Park Lodge: http://www.hubbardlodge.com/
Hubbard Park Lodge is located in a beautiful park along the Milwaukee River. Our new Friday fish fry is now family friendly! We are open from 5-9pm each Friday. Live music starts at 6pm by the Brew Haus Polka Kings. We do not require reservations for this Fish Fry.
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DINNER AND A MOVIE
Several new films hit theaters today including "Frozen" and "Homefront." You can check listings here and read Matt Mueller's most recent reviews here.

DELTA ROUTINE
Come welcome The Delta Routine back to Milwaukee after stints on the east coast and Colorado at Linneman's in Riverwest.
do414.com/event/2013/12/06/the-delta-routine-sugarman-ivy-spokes

HAPPY HOUR
It is 5'oclock somewhere, almost time for that happy hour you've been thinking about all week. Here are five you should try not only for the cocktails, but also for the food!

FESTIVE FRIDAY ON DOWNER
Hit Downer Avenue Friday night for "Festive Friday." It's sure to be full of festive Christmas and holiday cheer, and ice sculptures, sales, Santa and more! More here.

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Get the latest fall fashions at Luci Boutique! Now with two locations: Milwaukee's Fashion District (532 N. Water St.) and The Shops of East Towne Square (1505 W. Mequon Rd.). Shop til you drop!

https://www.facebook.com/luci.boutique
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MILLER VALLEY LIGHTS UP
MillerCoors will kick off its annual holiday celebration tonight, when Holiday Lites returns to Miller Valley. The popular light show is the largest display of its kind in the Midwest, with more than 300,000 LED lights synchronized to a spirited mix of holiday music. The Holiday Lites show takes place each Friday and Saturday during the holiday season, beginning on Friday, December 6, and running through Saturday, December 21. Shows run every 20 minutes, beginning at 4:40 p.m. until 9 p.m. While there, visitors will receive a free, mini brewery tour, which begins at the Visitor Center, located at 42nd and State. The tour includes the Lite Show, a visit to the one-of-a-kind Historic Miller Caves, and beer samples in the historic Milwaukee Brewery stables for those 21 and older.
millercoors.com

ICE IT UP WITH THE ADMIRALS
The Milwaukee Admirals take on Oklahoma City tonight at 7:00 p.m.
milwaukeeadmirals.com/home/schedule.html?date=2013-12

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A DICKENS OF A CHRISTMAS
See downtown Greendale transformed into "A Christmas Carol," including performance of scenes from the play from 4 to 8 p.m. Take a horse drawn carriage ride, roast chestnuts over an open fire and enjoy the breathtaking lights. Don't forget to visit Santa and sit down with Elves and write your own letter to him!
discovergreendale.com/events.php

THAT TREE
And, while in Greendale stop at Seasons of the Heart. 5606 Broad St. this Friday to see the first Southeastern Wisconsin appearance of Platteville photojournalist Mark Hirsch and author of
"That Tree." Event runs 6 - 9 p.m.
onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/events/59131/

THE ONION MUST GO
Say it isn't so. But unfortunately, The Onion says it is, so... Go send them off properly at their "Swag Sale & Party" at the BBC. Head the upper level at 5 p.m. for happy hour, fish fry, Lakefront drink specials PLUS all The Onion swag you could want and also support two great causes: Hope House Milwaukee and the Milwaukee Press Club Endowment. There will also be live music at 8 p.m. featuring Myles Coyne & The Rusty Nickel Band and God's Outlaw Duo with B. Smith and Paul.

LATIN JAZZ
Peruvian Latin jazz singer Carmen Lamarque will perform on tonight at 8 p.m at KASANA in the Historic Third Ward. In this special one night only event, you will be treated to a show that awakens the senses and stirs the soul. Lamarque's performance at KASANA follows her sold-out performance at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts on Dec. 3. Visiting Milwaukee from Santiago, Chile, Lamarque's dynamic repertoire includes Brazilian and Afro-Peruvian songs influenced by Jazz and its greatest singers such as Ella Fitzgerald and Dinah Washington, along with Brazilian icons such as Elis Regina and Alcione. $10 cover.
kasana-mke.com

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