Potawatomi Bingo Casino will be holding a random drawing to select its 2008 Miracle on Canal Street charity participants on Wednesday, August 13, at 11:30 a.m. The program will be held in the Casino's Nest of Life Bingo Hall.

Back to school will be a smash at Midtown Center's "Back-to-School Bash"!

Midtown Center is holding its third annual Back-to-School Bash on Saturday, August 16th from 1pm – 3pm. The fun will kick off with a Fashion Show written, choreographed and starring Teen Approach members, and continue with Radio Disney hosting a "High School Musical" lip sync talent show where audience members have a chance to join in or just cheer on their favorite performers. There will be music, dancing, games and prizes, too.

"We certainly upped the "fun factor" this year. Not only will we have a fantastic fashion show again from the talented kids at Teen Approach, but Radio Disney definitely delivers when it comes to getting the crowd pumped and having a great time" said Kristie Moss, senior property manager of Midtown Center .

Midtown Center continues to partner with community groups and programs to provide essential information along with the fun. In addition to Teen Approach, this year's Bash will have representatives from SDC Head Start, the Milwaukee Public Library and the Milwaukee Police Department bringing information on safety and other programs to assist community members. The Milwaukee Courier is a sponsor of the event.

The first 200 kids who enter their name in the raffle for prizes from Midtown Center stores and Radio Disney will also receive a back pack filled with school supplies courtesy of Midtown Center . America 's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, Applebee's, Cousins Subs, Dots, Pizza Hut and Wal-Mart are some of the retailers providing gift cards and other raffle prize merchandise.

The event is the center piece of the Back-to-School Sale weekend that Midtown Center is holding from August 15th to August 18th, celebrating the Grand Opening of Phase II stores including Casual Male XL, Dots, Fashion Bug, GNC and Simply Fashion. The event will be held in the center parking lot in front of Wal-Mart and Best Price Fashions.

For more information, and a raffle form kids can fill out and bring to the event, go to Midtown Center 's website at www.shopmidtowncenter.com. Midtown Center is located in Milwaukee on Capitol Drive at 56th Street and is owned and managed by Inland Western Retail Real Estate Trust, Inc. Inland Western Retail Real Estate Trust, Inc. is a real estate investment trust focused on the acquisition, development and management of retail properties, including lifestyle, power, neighborhood and community centers, in addition to single-user net lease properties in locations demonstrating solid demographics.

As of June 30, 2007, the portfolio consisted of 304 properties totaling approximately 45.7 million square feet, located in 38 states and one Canadian province. Inland Western is one of four REITs that are, or have been, sponsored by affiliates of The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies, Inc., which collectively owns and manages approximately $20 billion in assets. For further information, please see the company website at www.inlandgroup.com.

 

MPS began its Marathon Enrollment event earlier this week with registrations and immunizations. During the enrol lment period, parents can register students at MPS Central Services, 5225 W. Vliet St. from 8:00am until 4:00pm. The Department of Parent and Student Services will remain open until 7:00 pm on the two Wednesdays, Aug. 13th and Aug. 20th. (Photo by Harry Kemp)

 

Next Act's Summer Theatre for Teens Tour 2008

Teens participated and worked hard this summer for six weeks developing their original musical theatre piece, TRUE STORY: YOU DON'T HAVE TO UNDERSTAND. The various scenes that take place on stage are funny and ridiculous, but each closely mirrors real social issues the students face in their daily lives. Karen Estrada and Doug Jarecki took over the teaching reins for this year's program, along with choreographer, Dani Kuepper (Danceworks Artistic Director) and musician Jason Powell. (Photo by Harry Kemp)