August  2007

This month at Metropawlis

What are you doing this Friday night?  You don't want to miss the summer edition of Gallery Night!  If that's not open on your calendar, we have a number of other events that might interest you and your pet.  Read on...

This Friday:  Gallery Night in the Ward

Gallery Night (and Day) will happen this weekend:  Friday, July 27th and Saturday, July 28th. We'll be open special hours, from 10 am to 9 pm on Friday and 9 am to 6 pm on Saturday. Stop by for refreshments for you and your pet on both days, and you can enter our drawing to receive a $25 gift card redeemable for anything in the store!

Gallery Night features free parking in the Historic Third Ward parking structures. You can also ride the new Friday Gallery Night Xpress FREE! This five-stop route takes passengers from the Third Ward to East Town and makes a continuous loop from 5 pm to 9 pm. Click here for more information. 

VIP Specials:  Our Summer Clearance Continues

Five weeks of special savings!  Five weeks to save 50% on terrific items for dogs and cats!

July 29-August 4:  50% Off Doggie Life Jackets: Our life jackets are constructed to provide buoyancy along with a cozy secure fit, and feature an advanced breathable mesh underbelly for proper draining and drying.

August 5-August 11:  50% Off Cat Treat Gift Box: The perfect gift for very special cats. Tuna-flavored corn puffs packed in a house-shaped box with a plush mouse kitty toy. Sure to please the most finicky feline!
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50% Off Doggie Backpacks:
Our canine backpacks have an ergonomic fit over the shoulder to help fight fatigue! Features include  reflective trim, convenient D-rings, water and stain resistant, quick assist handle, and an adjustable handle.

August 12-August 18: 50% Off Zookidooki Ceramic Banks: These fully-functional collectible banks are funky, colorful works of art that will liven up any setting! Great for your desk or as a gift!  Available in 2 cat and 2 dog styles.

August 19-August 25: 50% Off Pawparazzi Celebrity Pets: Pawparazzi are celebrity pets for your desk or for kids.  These mini pets are living big lives of glamour and fashion.  Sets include a distinctive carrying purse with leash, collar, blanket, name charm and celebrity magazine.

August 26–September 1:  50% Off Fluff T-Shirts: Dress your pet in Hula Style. Tees are 100% cotton and come in 5 sizes. Perfect for your next Luau party or trip to the beach!

As always, please remind us that you're a VIP as you check out.  VIP specials cannot be combined with other specials and discounts and are available only in our 3rd Ward store.

Third Ward Summer Sizzle Jazz Festival – August 3 and 4

Sizzling jazz in a great neighborhood!  Enjoy great music, great food, and great shopping in the Historic Third Ward on Friday, August 3rd  and Saturday, August 4th from 11 am to 11 pm.  This FREE festival offers two stages of great jazz and a variety of mouth-watering food and specialty vendors. The festival will take place on Broadway between Buffalo St and Erie St. Click here for the complete line-up featuring descriptions of the bands!

Metropawlis will be open until 9 pm on that Friday and Saturday and will be offering complimentary dog beer and treats for your dog. Stop in and ask for your 20% Summer Sizzle Discount on everything in the store (excluding food, treats and pet strollers). (Cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers) 

Still More July Events!  

Starbucks Ultimate Coffee Break – August 9: Join Metropawlis at the Starbucks Fourth Annual Ultimate Coffee Break on Thursday, August 9th from 11 am to 2 pm at Red Arrow Park (920 N. Water Street) in the heart of downtown Milwaukee. Metropawlis will have sample treats and dog beer for your dog and goodies for humans, as well. Take a break during your workday and enjoy complimentary Starbucks signature blended beverages, iced coffees, Tazo Teas, along with fresh lunch and dessert items!

Sidewalk Sale – August 18: Many Third Ward boutiques and shops will have special deals out on the sidewalk.  Over 30 merchants are offering specials starting at 11 am. Plus, enter to win gift certificates to your favorite downtown and Third Ward stores! Check out our Sidewalk Sale Clearance with items starting at $1.00 and 50% off deals on beds, apparel and more!

Anthropologie Coming to the Third Ward!

Milwaukee's "fashion district," otherwise known as the Historic Third Ward, has landed its first national women's retailer. Anthropologie will open next door to Metropawlis this winter. Construction has started, and although the sidewalk is currently blocked off south of our store, Metropawlis is still open during our regular hours (Monday to Friday  10 am to 7 pm, Saturday 10 am to 6 pm, and Sunday 11 am to 5 pm). 

Other exciting changes are in the works in our neighborhood, with new lounge Soho 7 opening on Buffalo, Swig relocating to Broadway Street, and Tulip, the city's first Turkish restaurant, having recently opened about five blocks from our store!

Getting through the Marquette Interchange & Parking

Marquette InterchangeGetting to the Third Ward may seem difficult because of the Marquette Interchange Project, but it isn't!  Driving to Metropawlis from the north, south, or west is still very easy.  Click the icon at the right to receive up-to-date driving directions!

And parking nearby is plentiful!  Here's a tip:  Many folks stick to Water and Broadway Streets when seeking parking, but there's a lot more parking to be found just a block or two to the east, on Milwaukee and Jefferson Streets.  There are also three lots and structures within a couple blocks:

  • Milwaukee Public Market Lot: The entrance to the parking lot behind the MPM is off of Water Street, between St. Paul and Clybourn. You can park free for the first hour six days a week, and parking is free in this lot all day on Sundays.
  • Parking Garages: The Third Ward has two large parking garages available for visitors. These can be found on the northeast corner of Milwaukee & Chicago Streets (212 N. Milwaukee St.) and the southeast corner of Water & Chicago Streets (225 E. Chicago St.

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Augie & Geri Ray
Metropawlis
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317 North Broadway
Milwaukee, WI 53202
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