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    Community,  Local Business,  Local Events

    April Local Events

    April is full of lots of wonderful events! Start off strong with Egg hunts for the kiddies and then explore locally made films with the 2026 Milwaukee Film Festival. See what April in Milwaukee has going on!

    By Diane Barker
  • Cover of The Makers' Forge April issue. There's a pink cherry blossom as the background and the header is Planting the Seed
    Community

    The Makers’ Forge Issue 6

    Our April issue is out! This issue features an interview with Kim of American Science & Surplus. We also dive into how community funding works, what Sustainable Farmstead Solutions Three Pillars are, and what to plant for April. Check out…

    By Diane Barker
  • Food,  Recipes

    Quick and Easy Waffles

    Recipe adapted from Preppy Kitchen. Nothing is better on a brisk cold morning than pulling a freshly made waffle right out of the waffle maker. Pair that with scoops of berries and a healthy dose of chocolate sauce and/or Nutella…

    By Diane Barker
  • Community,  Features,  Local Business,  Local Makers

    Q & A with Antonio of Warpstorm Games & Lounge

      Creating community with games, boba, and safe spaces. Meet Antonio, one of the owners of Warpstorm Games and Lounge over on 6120 W Layton Ave in Greenfield. This wonderful store creates a safe place in the neighborhood that welcomes…

    By Diane Barker
  • Community,  Local Business,  Local Events

    March Local Events

    Space Night March 4th 7PM – 8:30PM FREE admission. UWM is putting on a free stargazing session followed by the opportunity to ask questions. Dress the kiddos up in as astronauts or aliens! Physics Building Room 1391900 E Kenwood Blvd,…

    By Diane Barker
  • Community,  Creative

    Love Your Tools

    Winter in Wisconsin is no joke. Everything is cold, wet, and covered with a layer of rust. And inevitably there’s always a tool left forgotten outside only to be discovered in spring looking worse for wear and a sad shade…

    By Diane Barker
  • Food,  Recipes

    Twice Baked Potatoes

    When winter is getting pretty harsh, I like to warm up the house and my belly with this easy-to-make potato recipe. You can dress it up as much as you like and it will always hit the spot. Baked potatoes…

    By Diane Barker
  • Community,  Local Business,  Local Events

    February Local Events

    3rd St. Vintage Market Feb 6th – 7th 12PM – 7PM FREE admission. 22 total vendors over the weekend, with 11 different vendors each day 3rd Street Market Hall275 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee Mittenfest 2026 Feb 7th 12PM – 8PM…

    By Diane Barker
  • Food,  Recipes

    Peppermint Bark

    Tis the season for delicious peppermint bark! Few recipes are as simple and as fun as this one. Grab the kids, a hammer, and smash some candy canes! Peppermint Bark is the perfect recipe to do with the family and…

    By Diane Barker
  • Community,  Local Business,  Local Events

    Milwaukee Holiday Markets

    West Allis Christkindlmarkt Dec. 5th 4-9 p.m & Saturday, Dec. 6th noon-4 p.m FREE admission. Outdoor Christmas Market featuring over 50 community vendors.West Allis Farmer’s Market Old World Christmas Market Dec 5th – 14th 10AM – 5PM Admission is $8…

    By Diane Barker
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We sat down with Kim from @americansciencesurplus. We sat down with Kim from @americansciencesurplus.milw to ask about the store, the surplus they need from the community, and upcoming events. Science Nights are coming back! Link to the online article in our bio!https://www.themakersforge.org/2026/04/13/q-a-with-kim-stenglein-of-american-science-surplus/#smallbusinesssupportingsmallbusiness #localmagazine #themakersforge #milwaukee #communitymagazine #nonprofit
We found some fun local events around town this mo We found some fun local events around town this month. Check out egg events at the Zoo, the Milwaukee Film Festival, and some fabulous markets!https://www.themakersforge.org/2026/04/01/april-local-events/Want to keep updated? Sign up for our free monthly magazine! Link in the bio.#milwaukee #localevents #aprilevents #community #nonprofit
Our latest magazine has dropped! April 2026 Issue. Our latest magazine has dropped! April 2026 Issue. In this issue we explore how community funding works and how to keep momentum going once you've planted the seed. Our small business spotlight is on @americansciencesurplus You'll also find helpful articles on Sustainable Farmstead Solutions Three Pillars, Diane's top five veggies to plant in April, and a delicious baked mac n' cheese recipe. Link in the bio. Don't miss an issue! Sign up for our newsletter to get The Makers' Forge delivered right to your inbox!https://www.themakersforge.org/issue-6/#communitymagazine #milwaukee #milwaukeemagazine #nonprofitorganization #localmakers #smallbusinesssupportingsmallbusiness
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