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• April Membership Meeting

  • When
    11 Apr 2025
  • Location
    700 W Lexington Blvd, Milwaukee, WI
  • Registered
    10 registrants

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  April Membership Meeting

  Election Results

  FRIDAY, APRIL 11, 2024

  
  

  Bavarian Bierhaus 

  700 W Lexington Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 

  
  

  FREE ADMISSION

  Guests are welcome

  Cash Bar - Food and drink on your own

  Find out what is happening in the club with upcoming events

  Doors open at 6:30pm

  Guest speaker from Wheel & Sprocket at 7:30pm
  

  Please register!!

  
  

  Questions? Contact Dave Wherry at meetings@sitzmark.org or board@sitzmark.org 

  (414-530-2212)

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• Thirsty Duck Meetup in Sussex

  • When
    16 Apr 2025
  •  
    4:30 PM
  • Location
    N64W23810 MAIN ST, SUSSEX, WI

  THIRSTY DUCK MEETUP

  N64W23810 MAIN ST, SUSSEX

  Wed, April 16, 2025 – 4:30 pm Food & Drinks

  Duckpin Bowling (optional) 7:00 pm

  
  

  This social event has been one of the Sitzmarks favorites for at least 5 years - so much fun - join us if you can!  You don’t need to be a pro in duckpin bowling – just do it and have fun – we usually have 2 teams – it is optional if you don’t want to give it a try.  The Thirsty Duck offers a variety of menu from soup to appetizers, sandwiches, salads and more!    Hope to see you then!

  Wednesday Specials:  Wings - $0.95 Bone-In & Boneless; Domestic Bottles - $3.00

  Host:  Jean Bronson (414-581-0616)

  
  

                

  
  

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• Breakfast Of The Month - April

  • When
    19 Apr 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    Maxfield's Pancake House, 2727 N. Mayfair Rd, Wauwatosa

  BREAKFAST OF THE MONTH - APRIL

  SAT,  APRIL 19 - 9:00 AM

  MAXFIELD'S PANCAKE HOUSE

  2727 N. MAYFAIR RD, WAUWATOSA

  

  Join us for breakfast on a SATURDAY!!  Maxfield's breakfast has everything.  They specialize in all different omelettes, skillets, pancakes and waffles.  There’s all different variations of how you can create your own breakfast.  The possibilities are endless!

  Host:  Lyle Strahota (414-476-4761)

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• Tennis

  • Start
    24 Apr 2025
  •  
  • End
    09 Oct 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    25 sessions
  • Location
    Greendale High School Courts

  Tennis

  Greendale High School Tennis Courts

  USUALLY Thursdays at 6:00 pm

  COME AND JOIN US!!! ALL LEVELS ARE WELCOME!!!

  We will play until they take the nets down.

  Please contact Carolyn Murphy and let her know you are interested, and she will put you on her email list.  Dates/Times may change due to weather.

  carolynmurphy559@yahoo.com     414-559-6335

  
  

  
  

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• MMSC RACE BANQUET

  • When
    03 May 2025
  •  
    3:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Heiliger Huegel Ski Club

  2025 MMSC RACE BANQUET

  

  
  

  Where: Heiliger Huegel Ski Club

  When: Saturday, May 3rd, 2025

  Time: Cocktails: 3:30 pm ** Dinner: 5:00 pm**Awards after dinner** 

  Entertainment:  The band is back!! They will be playing throughout the day/night

  Price: $29 (includes appetizers, catered dinner from Barbecue Company, and dessert. Dinner menu: chicken/pork sandwiches, mac n cheese, broccoli and cauliflower salad and garlic mashed potatoes)

  
  

  **BRING YOUR OWN BEVERAGES**

  GUESTS ARE WELCOME!!!!

  
  

  
  

  Please mail a check payable to "Carolyn Murphy" by April 15th to:

  Carolyn Murphy; 8715 Glenwood Drive; Greendale, WI 53129

  OR Venmo me the money!!   @carolynmurphy559            

  
  

  Questions: 414-559-6335 or carolynmurphy559@yahoo.com

  
  

  
  

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• BIKING

  • Start
    07 May 2025
  •  
  • End
    24 Sep 2025
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  • Schedule
    21 sessions

  

  A great time with awesome people!

  Every Wednesday night starting May 7th and ending when it gets too cold.

  Meet at 5:45 - Ride at 6:00

  Our usual spot is at Greenfield Park off 124th and Lincoln.  We will be starting at other locations throughout the summer so let John Graff know that you want to be on the email list.

  Please call me if you have any questions. 
  

  Host:  John Graff 414-403-3478

  
  

  
  

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• Breakfast Of The Month - May

  • When
    08 May 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    Sunny Side Up Cafe, 15744 W. National Ave, New Berlin

  BREAKFAST OF THE MONTH - MAY

  THURSDAY, MAY 8 - 9:00 am

  SUNNY SIDE UP CAFE

  15744 W. NATIONAL AVE, NEW BERLIN

  

  Sunny Side Up Cafe strives for excellence in all they do. They have “World class" fine meats including the extra thick cherrywood smoked, dry aged bacon that their guests can't seem to get enough of.  Their chef creates thoughtfully prepared meals with added flair, flavor and aesthetic appeal to heighten their guests' senses and delights.  Find out for yourself by joining us!

  Host:  Louise Bozek (414-546-2176)

  
  

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• SAVE THE DATE - YEAR END PARTY! May 9th

  • When
    09 May 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Spaces left
    50

  YEAR END PARTY! 

  Come celebrate the year and all the people that made it happen! 

  
  

  Friday, May 9, 2024

  
  

  TBA

  
  

  Doors open at 6:00pm

  Dinner served at 7:00pm

  Awards after dinner followed by dessert 

  
  

  
  

  Cost: TBA

  Questions, call

  Dave Wherry 414-530-2212

  
  

  
  

  Come celebrate the year and all the people that made it happen!
  

  
  

  
  

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• Miller Brewery Tour

  • When
    17 May 2025
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • Location
    Miller Brewing Company, 4251 W. State St, Milwaukee

  MILLER BREWERY TOUR

  SAT, MAY 17TH, 11:00 AM

  4251 W. STATE ST, MILWAUKEE

  

  In Miller Valley, you will experience an 75 minute indoor/outdoor guided walking tour of nearly 170 years of brewing history.  Experience everything from Fredrick Miller's arrival in Milwaukee to the high-speed production lines used today.  Your tour seamlessly blends the rich history of Miller Brewing Co. with the modern technology of today's brewing process.  Their tours begin with a beer! Non-alcoholic options are also available.  Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to 11:00 am.

  Please note:  This tour does include 6 blocks of indoor/outdoor walking with 46 mandatory/56 optional stairs.  Personal items such as personal bags, purses, fanny packs, crossbody bags, backpacks, food and beverages are not allowed for safety and security reasons.  Bags must be stored in one of their rentable lockers for a nominal fee or in your personal vehicle.

  Advanced reservations are required - tickets are available up to 2 weeks in advanced! Purchase tickets online only.  Cost:  $20 (plus fees and tax) per Adult 21+ (CREDIT CARD ONLY).  

  Cancellation policy - Cancellations must be received at least 48 hours in advance to receive a refund.  Refunds include the tour price plus tax.  They do not issue refunds for no-shows or late arrivals.

  Host:  Lyle Strahota (414-476-4761); (lyleg1356@yahoo.com)

  
  

   

  
  

  
  

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• UPAF Ride for the Arts

  • When
    01 Jun 2025
  •  
    7:00 AM
  • Location
    Hoan Bridge N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee

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   UPAF Ride for the Arts

      Sunday June 1st    

   

  Hosted By Dave Weber

  
  

  
  

  Join fellow Sitzmarkers Sunday, June 1st, rain or shine, for the UPAF Ride for the Arts. This is a beautiful 20 mile ride over the Hoan Bridge to Layton Avenue then back across the Hoan along Lake Drive to Lincoln Memorial and back to Summerfest ground for entertainment and refreshments. We'll head to Barnacle Buds for lunch after. 

  
  

  If you've never done this ride, it's a must do. Register at

  
  

  https://events.upaf.org/

  
  

  We are not registered as a team, individual registration, fund raising is your option. We are doing the Hoan loop starting at the Summerfest grounds. Free parking in lots P & H, south end of Summerfest on Erie Street. Take exit 1F off 794 and follow south. We'll meet at Summerfest entrance sign 7:30am sharp. Allow time to get bike ready etc. Don't be late we want to pick up registration and be riding by 8am. They close the route at 11am. 

  
  

  Any questions, TEXT ONLY Dave Weber at 414.315.0010

  
  

  See you there rain or shine. 

  
  

  
  

  With registration you will receive a durable Bike Bib to display on your bike. This is your “ticket” to the Hoan Loop Course and Arts Path. You will also receive a limited edition 2025 Ride for the Arts T-shirt.

  YOU MUST HAVE AN ACCESS PASS TO ENTER THE HOAN LOOP COURSE AND ARTS PATH!

  
  

  Register ASAP for discounted rates!

  Hosted By Dave Weber

  
  

  
  

  Join fellow Sitzmarkers Sunday, June 1st, rain or shine, for the UPAF Ride for the Arts. This is a beautiful 20 mile ride over the Hoan Bridge to Layton Avenue then back across the Hoan along Lake Drive to Lincoln Memorial and back to Summerfest ground for entertainment and refreshments. We'll head to Barnacle Buds for lunch after. 

  
  

  If you've never done this ride, it's a must do. Register at

  
  

  https://events.upaf.org/

  
  

  We are not registered as a team, individual registration, fund raising is your option. We are doing the Hoan loop starting at the Summerfest grounds. Free parking in lots P & H, south end of Summerfest on Erie Street. Take exit 1F off 794 and follow south. We'll meet at Summerfest entrance sign 7:30am sharp. Allow time to get bike ready etc. Don't be late we want to pick up registration and be riding by 8am. They close the route at 11am. 

  
  

  Any questions, TEXT ONLY Dave Weber at 414.315.0010

  
  

  See you there rain or shine. 

  
  

  
  

  With registration you will receive a durable Bike Bib to display on your bike. This is your “ticket” to the Hoan Loop Course and Arts Path. You will also receive a limited edition 2025 Ride for the Arts T-shirt.

  YOU MUST HAVE AN ACCESS PASS TO ENTER THE HOAN LOOP COURSE AND ARTS PATH!

  
  

  Register ASAP for discounted rates!

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• CAMPING - WYALUSING STATE PARK

  • Start
    13 Jun 2025
  • End
    15 Jun 2025
  • Location
    Wyalusing State Park, 1301 State Park Lane, Bagley, WI

  CAMPING – WYALUSING STATE PARK

  Friday, June 13 – Sunday, June 15, 2025

  

  This year Rob Hermann and Jonathan Rydz are co-hosting the camping trip that is normally lead by Laura Herrick.

  Address:  Wyalusing State Park, 13081 State Park Lane, Bagley, WI 53801.  

  Arrival Friday, June 13^th Checkin 3:00 pm; Departure Sunday, June 15th, Checkout out 3:00 pm

  LOCATION Group Camp SITE E, Costs: $22 members, $27 nonmembers

  Rob is managing registrations; Jonathan - Saturday night meal

  Camping Setup:  The group campsites at Wyalusing State Park can be on the smaller side.  This site has room for no more than 12 tents, which means we have 10 open spots.  Once Rob gets 10 reservations, the others will be put on a waiting list.  If you get placed on a waiting list, your check does not get cashed.

  Meals:  The only meal provided by the hosts will be Sat night dinner.  We will provide brats, hot dogs, and condiments.  Everyone else is asked to provide a dish to pass.  You are responsible for your own beverages.  Outside of Sat night, you are responsible for all your food and beverages.

  Activities/Entertainment:  The WI River offers canoeing.  The hosts are not setting up any activities ahead of time for the group.  Anything that takes place is done among the members themselves.

  Bring chairs and any camping games.  We will have a fire Friday and Saturday night.

  Attached is the signup form:  CAMPING Wyaslung Signup Form.docx

  Hosts:  Rob Hermann (414-640-4003) (rob.hermann@hotmail.com)

  Jonathan Rydz (414-313-1774) (jwrydz@icloud.com)

       
  

  
  

  
  

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• Fat Tire Tour Milwaukee Bike Ride

  • When
    14 Jun 2025
  •  
    8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    901 W Juneau Ave Milwaukee, WI 53233

          

     Fat Tire Tour Milwaukee Bike Ride  

      Saturday June 14th    

  
   

  
  

  Host: Dave Weber 414-315-0010 * text only please* 

  
  

      Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery

  917 W Juneau Ave Milwaukee, WI 53233

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Join fellow Sitzmark's for the Fat Tire Tour Milwaukee, a Casual fun 15-20 mile ride through Milwaukee Neighborhoods with stops for fun, games and refreshments. 

  
  

  The FTTM is a casual paced ride covering 15-20 miles over a 6-7 hour span. The route changes every year offering a unique Milwaukee experience over and over again. Not only does the route change, but it’s a surprise until the morning of. What is more exciting than that? A mystery ride with mystery stops! The only thing you know when you wake up that morning is you will have a blast touring Milwaukee with 500 of your closest friends. 

  
  

  Register online!
  

  
  

  View the official Fat Tire Tour website for more information: www.fattiretour.com.

  Schedule: 8:30am: Meet up 10:00am: Group roll out 4:30pm: MKE Brewing End Party (return time may vary)

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• Door County Camping 2025

  • Start
    09 Jul 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • End
    13 Jul 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Peninsula State Park
  • Registered
    Be the first

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  Door County Camping Trip

  Wed, July 9th - Sun, July 13th 2025
  

    Peninsula State Park

  
  

  9462 Shore Rd, Fish Creek, WI
  

  We have the Orchard group site reserved! This is the trip of the summer, just ask anyone who has joined us in the past. Don’t miss it!

  Wednesday:  We will have a group dinner at a restaurant that the group decides on.

  Thursday:  Kayaking will begin at noon.  We will start from the beach in the park.  Kayaks are available for rental or you can bring your own.

  Friday:  We will kayak and have a beach day. Dinner will be a fish fry @ Sister Bay Bowl. 

  Saturday: The group plans on biking in Washington Island. After, you are welcome to bring something for the potluck dinner. More details to follow.

  The cost is $20/member and $25/non-member before June 6, 2025 and $25/member and $30/non-member after until the trip is full. Cost is the same if you come for one night or four. For our glampers, or non-campers, the cost is $10/member and $15/non-member.  Includes: campsite and all events above except fish fry and rentals.

  For more information contact Jennifer Campbell at 262-622-1950, jecampbell52@gmail.com

  
  

  
  

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• Wildcat Mountain Camping

  • Start
    27 Aug 2025
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • End
    31 Aug 2025
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • Location
    Wildcat Mountain State Park, E13660 State Highway 33, Ontario, WI

  WILDCAT MOUNTAIN CAMPOUT

  WED, AUG 27TH - SUN AUG 31, 2025

  WILDCAT MOUNTAIN STATE PARK

  E13660, STATE HIGHWAY 33, ONTARIO, WI

  

  Wildcat Mt is located in the dark skies area of Wis.  Good viewing the heavens if the skies are clear.  Wildcat Mountain State Park is located 3 miles east of Ontario, WI on Highway 33.  Tent or trailer camping in a secluded Maple tree grove (Group Site A.)  Park telephone #608-337-4775.

  Camping Cost:  $7.00 per adult.  Pay at camp. No need to RSVP - pay at camp.

  What to bring:  Bring your own food, snacks & beverages - campfire wood is furnished.  Bring a chair to sit around the evening campfire.  A pit toilet building is located nearby and there are flush toilets and showers in the main camping area.

  Arrive and Leave on any day.  General schedule of events:

  Wed Aug 27 - Campsite opens at 3:00 pm.

  Thur Aug 28 - Schedule your own activities.

  Fri Aug 29 - Campers who want to canoe the Kickapoo River can rent canoes and kayaks from Drifty's located by the Hwy 33 Bridge in Ontario, WI.  Recommend launch at 12 noon for a 3.5 hr trip.  Be there at 11 am to pay for your canoe/kayak.  Tell Drifty's you will park your car at the State Park Canoe Landing and request an 11:30 shuttle back to the launch site.  Other days are available.

  Fri evening - Campfire trivia contest by Miki Brill and Sue Richardson (bring quarters) - if your team misses the answer.

  Sat Aug 30 - Biking the Elroy-Sparta State Park Train.  Bring your bike if you want to experience the bike trail.  Bike rentals are also available in Wilton.  Other possible side trips include Amish shopping (maps are available at camp) and the Kickapoo Valley Reserve Visitor Center.

  Sun Aug 31 - Campground closes at 3:00 pm.

  Questions?  Contact:  Dave Ward 414-774-2793 (dr1ward@hotmail.com) 

  
  

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• Bike & Barge, Avignon-Aigues Mortes, France

  • Start
    06 Sep 2025
  • End
    13 Sep 2025
  • Location
    Avignon - Aigues Mortes, France
  • Spaces left
    4
  • Registered
    17 registrants

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  Bike and Barge

  Provence & Camargue, France

  September 6 to September 13, 2025

  
  

  OPENINGS

  
  

  
  

  Please contact John Graff for sign up and trip details, and Mark Harris for travel and group air information.  

  
  

  John Graff 414 403 3478

  Mark Harris 414 453 6914

  
  

  Make check or money order payable to: Sitzmark Ski Club of Milwaukee, Inc.

  Mail to: Mark Harris N56W18741 Silver Spring Drive, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051

  
  

  50% of trip cost due by May 15, 2025

  Balance of trip cost due by July 1, 2025

  
  

  The Camargue is a coastal region in southern France located south of the city of Arles, between the Mediterranean Sea and the two arms of the Rhône river delta. The eastern arm is called the Grand Rhône; the western is the Petit Rhône. It constitutes western Europe's largest river delta. 

  
  

  An exciting bike and boat vacation in the South of France in the footsteps of Van Gogh. Pedal along enchanting routes in the peaceful Provençal countryside and be enveloped by the wild nature of the Camargue. Ride through beautiful villages with typical French character and discover as you go the history of this magnificent region. A comfortable riverboat welcomes you at night, with good food, wine and the pleasure of conviviality.

  TRIP DETAILS
  

  • 7 nights on the Caprice, a boat that is equipped with 11 cabins of varying occupancy. Measuring 7-8 sq.m. (75-86 square feet)

    Each cabin has two fixed portholes, air conditioning, en-suite facilities and safety box: plus ample closet space and a power socket.

    The common living area is air-conditioned and is divided into two areas: the restaurant and the lounge. A total of 10 windows gives plenty of natural light.

  
  

  https://www.girolibero.com/barges/caprice/
  

  
  

  What is Included: Estimated price. $2,000 land only for basic room (B), double occupancy.   Each room has their own bathroom. Diagram below of rooms. 

   

  • 7 overnights, 7 Breakfasts, 6 Self-made packed lunches, 6 three-course dinners, Welcome drink
  • Coffee, tea and other hot drinks on board
  • Sheets and towels
  • Courtesy kit with eco solid soaps (hand + body + shampoo) and shower cap.
  • Mid-week cabin cleaning service and towel change
  • Bike helmet (to be booked in advance)
  • App including maps, points of interest and GPS tracks
  • Digital tour information and English-speaking tour leader
  • Guided visit of Arles
  • Visit and wine tasting at a typical winery and Oil tasting
  • Some short walking tours
  • Harbour charges

  Extra features: • Free hot drinks machine • Free WiFi in the restaurant/bar area • Large 55” screen in the lounge for video • Dedicated bike storage • Hairdryers (one in each cabin) • Sundeck with seating accommodation and fixed awning 

  Additional Items not included:

  • Round trip air fare and transfers to and from barge

  • Unisex touring bike $132
  

  • E-bike $325

  • Supplement for vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and

  lactose-free diets $75 

  • Transfers

  • Extra services not included in the package

  • Single Supplement -Roommate Request - if Non available a single supplement fee MAY apply.

  
  

  Highlights

  An exciting bike and boat vacation in the South of France in the footsteps of Van Gogh. Pedal along enchanting routes in the peaceful Provençal countryside and be enveloped by the wild nature of the Camargue. Ride through beautiful villages with typical French character and discover as you go the history of this magnificent region. A comfortable riverboat welcomes you at night, with good food, wine and the pleasure of conviviality.

  
  

  The tranquil Provençal landscapes and wild moors of the Camargue region

  The colors: from the green expanses of vineyards to the pink of the salt marshes of the little village of Aigues Mortes

  Relaxation on board at the end of each day's ride

  What awaits you

  A week of cycling, suitable even for less experienced cyclists. The stages are mainly on back roads with little traffic, mostly flat, with a few ups and downs in northern Arles. There's only one more challenging stretch, to reach Les Baux de Provence, but the extraordinary scenery that you pass through certainly repays the effort. The rides are combined with boat rides to reach the starting points of the routes and to enjoy the views from the water.

  This tour can be self-guided or guided: choose to cycle at your own pace using our App, or with the whole group following the tour leader.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Henry Ford/Greenfield Village Bus Trip To Dearborn, MI

  • Start
    26 Sep 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • End
    28 Sep 2025
  •  
    9:00 PM
  • Location
    Henry Ford Museum/Greenfield Village, 20061 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, MI

  SAVE THE DATES 

  FRI, SEPT 26 – SUN, SEPT 28, 2025

  HENRY FORD MUSEUM/GREENFIELD VILLAGE

  DEARBORN, MI

                  Henry Ford Museum                              Greenfield Village               Hear ye, hear ye! Join the Sitzmarks on a fun bus ride to the other side of the BIG pond to the Henry Ford Museum/Greenfield Village in Dearborn, MI on Fri, Sept 26 – Sun, Sept 28.  This is NOT just a museum - check it out on their website http://thehenryford.org– you will be surprised that two days will not be enough to see everything!  Enter a world of amazing inventions of America life, sounds and sensations that will take you places you’ve never been before! Tip your hats to the crazy dinner party on Sat. night.  Don’t miss out on an all-American road trip you won’t forget!

  Cost per person:  $415 includes Lamers bus transportation, motel for 2 nights at the Best Western Greenfield Inn, 2 breakfast buffets, Sat night plated dinner at the motel, group tickets to the Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village, bus driver’s room.

  Other costs on your own:  Fri night bus stop for food, Sat & Sun lunch, tickets to the Ford Rouge Factory Tour (optional), tips for the bus driver. Bring your own snacks and drinks.

  Signups will be starting soon.  Bring your friends – anyone can join us!

  Trip Leaders:  Tom & Jean Bronson (414-940-8642) (414-581-0616)    

                          

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