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CBC
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBC
Kate's 5 fun things to do in and around Waterloo region: June 6 to 8
It's the first weekend of June and there are lots of events happening. There's a Bike Day in DTK on Saturday afternoon on Water Street in downtown Kitchener. There will be learn to ride sessions, scavenger hunts, themed bike rides, tune-ups and bike safety education. The Cambridge Sculpture Garden will celebrate its 25th anniversary on Saturday with a free event, including a reception and there will be a temporary installation by Indigenous artist Morgan Possberg Denne to the garden for the month of June. The Cambridge Sculpture Garden is located on Grand Avenue S. across from the Gaslight District. Cirque Italia is in Cambridge now until June 16 with the show this year highlighting an era of sock hops, poodle skirts and Elvia Presley. Guelph band The Kramdens are having an album release party on Saturday. Their lead singer might look familiar to fans of CBC K-W's The Morning Edition. The Kitchener Panthers travel to Guelph on Saturday for an afternoon game, then the Guelph Royals come to Kitchener on Sunday afternoon. If you're driving, here are some local gas prices: Summerfest Saturday 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Victoria Park, Kitchener Celebrate Pride with this event that includes loads of live music from musicians like: Peach Blossom, Kinx, Bolo Tie Line, Miss Conduct, Erick Jackson and Willow River band. There's a kids area, beer garden, food trucks plus lots of vendors. Tri-Pride event page More Pride events There are so many Pride events this weekend including an in-person workout with Grand River Pride, a multi-sport drop-in at the Downtown Kitchener Community Centre, a binder try-on event with the Gender Variant Working Group at the Kitchener Public Library, Queer Run Club, a Pride Dungeon and Drag Queers: The Pride Frontier. Wicked Sing-along Saturday 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Kitchener city hall Warm up your vocal chords and get ready to belt out Defying Gravity and Popular as part of this community event. The night gets started with a performance by local country artists Amanda and James. There is also an open-air screening of the movie Wicked on our outdoor screen. City of Kitchener website Bonus: Erick Traplin Day Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Kitchener city hall Local children's entertainer Erick Traplin will be celebrated Sunday with a special event. There will be live entertainment, roaming performers, food trucks, games and activities like face painting, a balloon artist, sidewalk chalk and inflatable games. City of Kitchener Erick Traplin Day event page K-W Greek Fest Saturday and Sunday 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sts. Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church, 527 Bridgeport Road E., Waterloo Baklava, melomakarona, kataifi and more! There will be lots of authentic Green cuisine, live dance performances, traditional music and a kids area. Waterloo Service Centre open house Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Waterloo Service Centre, 265 Lexington Court This annual family event lets you learn about public works staff for the city and the work they do to fix roads, maintain parks and keep the city running. Plus, kids get to ride on dump trucks, diggers and excavators. There is face painting, games and other activities and there will be a charity barbecue. Parking is limited. Grand Porch Party Sunday 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Uptown West neighbourhood, Waterloo It's porch party season, so grab your lawn chair or blanket, some snacks and the sunscreen and visit various front lawns and porches for local entertainment.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Ex-Milwaukee firefighter dies from brain cancer: 'They just don't make them like Nick anymore'
As Nick Adamski sat in a Milwaukee firehouse watching Diane Pathieu anchor the WTMJ-TV morning news, he turned to his fellow firefighters and set his destiny. "I'm going to marry that girl some day," he declared. Maybe it was Adamski's plan all along, but Pathieu was approached by a colleague of Adamski's while at the O.A.R. concert at Summerfest in 2007. He told her Adamski really liked her. Pathieu agreed to pass along her email address. About a day later, Adamski emailed Pathieu apologizing for his colleague's approach at the concert and asked if he could take her out. Several phone calls turned into a four-hour lunch date and the couple was inseparable ever since. The former Milwaukee firefighter and his Chicago TV anchor wife were together for 18 years and have spent the last four years sharing Adamski's story of courage as he battled glioblastoma, a form of brain cancer, after a December 2020 diagnosis. He lost that battle with cancer on May 27. He was 42. Adamski worked for seven different units from 2001 to 2013, when he injured himself on the job and had to retire from firefighting. Adamski was recognized with an award by the Milwaukee Fire Department after saving an infant from a fire in 2003. "That is a rescue award under extreme fire conditions at tremendous risk to the firefighter himself," Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski said June 3. "You never know until you're faced with these circumstances if you'll be able to move past how hot and dismal it is inside burning buildings." Adamski didn't share his award with his wife until they moved in together when they got married in 2012. "I never talk about it," Pathieu recalled her husband saying. "There was this fire and there was this baby." Pathieu said Adamski then described finding a baby in the fire who was not breathing before reviving the baby and bringing the baby back to life. Lipski said that child, at last check, survived severe burn injuries "over much of his body." Pathieu said Adamski always "wanted to keep that inside" and that he "cherished it." He asked his wife to not share it with others. Adamski also never told his wife the whole truth of how he injured himself while on the job, ending his firefighting career. A fellow Milwaukee firefighter of Adamski's shared with Pathieu in recent days that Adamski hurt his knee "so bad, it popped" after he bent down to catch a colleague that was falling, putting his own body at risk. "I learned that after his death," Pathieu said. "That's the type of person Nick is." Adamski didn't dream of being a firefighter but a professional athlete. He was born and raised in Milwaukee and "his whole family" still lives in the area, Pathieu said. He attended Milwaukee Tech High School, what is now known as Bradley Tech in Walker's Point. After injuring himself, he could no longer play sports, and Adamski "had to pivot" on career plans and was into cars after studying them in high school, Pathieu said. But he ultimately settled on a life of service. "I think he was thinking about either the police department or the fire department," Pathieu said. "I think he became more of a person who wanted to help others as he got older." According to Lipski, Adamski was appointed to the department in October 2001 and went on duty disability in April 2013. He worked at Ladder 15, Engine 11, Engine 23, Ladder 14, Engine 31, Engine 14 and Engine 33. Pathieu said she got to know a lot of his fellow firefighters over the years. "A lot of them were at our wedding," she said. "He had a very strong connection to a lot of his brothers and sisters at the fire department and he would talk about them all the time." Having dated Adamski since 2007 and after working in the Milwaukee market for several years with WTMJ-TV, Pathieu received a job offer in her native Chicago. She would split time between Chicago and Milwaukee, working and trying to spend as much time as she could with Adamski. Her Assyrian background forbids her from living with a partner until marriage, she said. "It was getting a little bit more challenging because I was getting more hours," Pathieu said. Adamski proposed on Valentine's Day 2012, the couple got married in October of that year and Adamski moved to Chicago full time in 2014. They'd still often travel back to Milwaukee, Pathieu said. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Adamski decided to build a gym in the basement of the couple's home, where he and his father-in-law would work out in the morning. A couple days before Christmas in 2020, Pathieu's father arrived at the home to work out and there was no sign of Adamski. "Nick wasn't answering the door and all the lights were off and that was very rare for Nick because we both are very early risers," Pathieu said. Pathieu, who was anchoring the news at the time, had her dad stay at the house as she furiously called and texted her husband, with no luck. Then, during a commercial break, Adamski was able to make a call to Pathieu. "I said, 'Are you OK?' And he said, "No," Pathieu said. Pathieu called 911 and an ambulance arrived, where Adamski was found having recently suffered from a seizure. He was transported to a hospital. As Pathieu arrived at the hospital, doctors informed her that Adamski received a CAT scan and large tumor on his brain was discovered. Doctors believed it to be glioblastoma, a form of brain cancer. "Within the next day, so 24 hours later, he was unconscious with a breathing tube," Pathieu said. "And he had a huge brain bleed and they said, we need to go in and operate. We don't have a choice." Pathieu sat alone in a hospital waiting room, amid COVID-19 restrictions, "bawling my eyes out" and no comfort from loved ones. The surgeon comes out hours later and delivers the news. "We got the whole tumor. It's clean," he said. Relief set in for Pathieu. "They got the tumor, everything's all good," she said. But that was just the beginning for Adamski. "We quickly learned what kind of beast we were up against," Pathieu said. Adamski was in the hospital for a week or two after surgery before starting radiation, then chemotherapy, immunotherapy and different medications. The couple attempted to fight back the cancer and developed an understanding of methylation profiling, which is genetic testing on the cancer or tumor and finding medications that are not necessarily for that cancer but could work as treatment. "For example, the gene that they found in Nick's cancer, a drug that tackled bladder cancer, was effective on Nick's brain cancer, and that's because they both had the same gene," Pathieu said. When Adamski came to an understanding of the disease he was up against, he wanted to share his story. "He said, 'That's why I became a firefighter. I think that's why this happened to me. I just need to help people," Pathieu said. From that point forward, Adamski and Pathieu, who already developed an online presence as a journalist, gave speeches and interviews to different podcasts and TV programs, like "Good Morning America." "I think he felt more empowered and he felt like he was taking control of his health again, and he felt really good connecting with other patients," Pathieu said. Adamski had a mantra while becoming more known in the medical community — Positive Mental Attitude, or PMA. He adopted it as a way of life after reading "The PMA Effect," a book by motivational speaker John Joseph. "People made bracelets. They had T-shirts made," Pathieu said. "It was kind of his way of offering hope in a very hopeless situation." Everything seemed to be going well until June 2023, when Adamski had another brain surgery, and then second surgery in May 2024. "A tumor had dug itself deeper, so it started to affect his mobility," Pathieu said, describing how her husband's ability to walk or talk began to deteriorate subtly. Adamski also began to have seizures more often. The seizures became more intense in January 2025 and soon Adamski was back in the hospital. Adamski would never return home, except for a brief stay in hospice care at-home, before dying in May at a different hospice care facility. Pathieu and her family helped care for Adamski in his final months. She recently took off from her role as traffic anchor with KABC-TV in Chicago and has made several tribute posts to her husband on Instagram. A service was held for Adamski in Chicago on May 31 and then an Assyrian prayer breakfast was held in his honor on June 1. A Milwaukee celebration of life is taking place June 6 at The Packing House, 900 E. Layton Ave., where Adamski and Pathieu routinely met for drinks after work on Fridays, near his then-firehouse in Bay View. Pathieu expects Adamski's favorite orders from the bar to be available and maybe a few of his favorite musicians will be played. Adamski was a big music fan, lover of heavy metal and international bands, especially Ozzy Osbourne. "People would often tell me they ran into Nick at a concert," Pathieu said. An honor guard by the fire department will be present. "Friday is really meant to be what Nick always wanted his memorial to be, which is a bar and good laughter and friends," Pathieu said. Adamski was in the same fire academy class as Doran Kemp Jr., another Milwaukee firefighter who died of the same form of brain cancer in early 2023. Kemp followed in the footsteps of his father, Doran Kemp Sr., who was also a firefighter. "Nick was friendly with both (Kemp Jr.) and his father," Pathieu said. Cancer is a leading cause of death for firefighters, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Lipski said the firefighters "feel terrible," but are struck by how lucky Adamski was to have a "positive" and "strong" partner in Pathieu. While for Pathieu, it was Adamski that kept her motivated. "He was the love of my life, my soulmate, that whole cheesy thing, and we were best friends," Pathieu said. "I was just as obsessed with him as he was with me." Adamski is survived by his wife, Pathieu; his parents; stepfather; in-laws; brother; two sisters-in-law; two nieces and a nephew. Pathieu partnered with a nonprofit researching glioblastoma. To make a donation visit "He was someone who embodied positivity and just wanted to carry that on," Pathieu said. "And he did it so humbly and so eloquently and so beautifully. "They just don't make them like Nick anymore. They really don't." This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Former Milwaukee firefighter Adamski dies from brain cancer at 42
CTV News
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Summer events in Waterloo Region
Summer is here and there's lots to do in the Region of Waterloo! Here's a preview of some of the events you can look forward to. Kitchener June 7 Pride in the Park: Summerfest at Willow River Park (Victoria Park). The lineup includes drag artists, performers and musicians. There will also be a Kids Zone with family-friendly music, games and crafts. 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. June 7 Wicked Sing-Along at Carl Zehr Square. The movie will play on a big screen and attendees are encouraged to wear pink and green! Snacks can be purchased. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. June 8 Erick Traplin Day at Carl Zehr Square. A special celebration in recognition of the entertainer's 35-year career. 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. June 20 – June 22 Multicultural Festival in Victoria Park. Music, dance, workshops, a Kids Area and food. Neighbours Day 2024 Vintage Crescent A crowd gathers on Vintage Crescent in Kitchener as musicians DadBand play for Neighbours Day on June 15, 2024. (Shelby Knox/CTV News) June 21 Neighbours Day. This free porch party will be held at various locations across the city. Pop-up concerts, live entertainment and more. Concerts start at 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. July 1 Canada Day at Carl Zehr Square. Details to come. July 7 – July 11 Band Camp with Bandology – Kids (between Grade 1 and Grade 12) can take part in music rehearsals, performances, hands-on musical workshops and group activities. Participants do not need any musical experience and will be taught by music educators, conductors and musicians. July 11 Cruising on King. The classic car parade returns, along with live entertainment, food and more. 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Ribfest 4 Ribs cook on the grill at the Ribfest and Craft Beer Show at Victoria Park in Kitchener on Friday, July 17, 2017. (Dan Lauckner / CTV Kitchener) July 17 – July 19 Kitchener Ribfest & Craft Beer Show. Barbecue masters return to Victoria Park, serving up chicken, ribs and more. You can also try craft-brewed beers, ciders and cocktails, enjoy live music and Kids Fun Zone. Friday and Saturday, 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. July 25 – July 26 The Wayback Festival brings free music, entertainment and fun. Details to come. Aug. 7 – Aug. 10 Check out the Kitchener Blues Festival at various stages across downtown Kitchener. Details to come. Aug. 17 A day of family fun at Kidspark. There will be music, entertainment, activities and more at Victoria Park. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Participants in the grand parade at Caribana Ignite in Kitchener, Ont. in Aug. 2025. (Jennifer K. Baker/CTV News) Participants in the grand parade at Caribana Ignite in Kitchener, Ont. in Aug. 2025. (Jennifer K. Baker/CTV News) Aug. 22 – Aug. 23 Caribana Ignite is back to bring a little Caribbean flair to downtown Kitchener. Music, dancing, colourful outfits and a parade. Details to come. Aug. 27 Downtown Paddle Palooza Pickleball Festival. This free event is for pros and anyone else interested in trying out the sport. Details to come. Sept. 5 – Sept. 6 Endless Summer in Victoria Park. Details to come. Waterloo June 4 Free Pride event at Waterloo Public Square with live music, interactive booths, a caricature artist, Four All ice cream and Indigenous Drum Circle. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 18, July 16, August 20 Campfire get togethers in Waterloo Public Square with live music. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. June – August Movies in the Park. Bring a blanket to watch free movies in Waterloo Park. The films start at sundown. Donations accepted for the Food Bank of Waterloo Region. June 12 - Ferris Bueller's Day Off June 26 - 10 Things I Hate About You July 10 - Moana 2 July 17 - A Minecraft Movie July 24 - The Sound of Music Sing-a-long (60th Anniversary) August 7 - Flow August 14 - Ghostbusters August 21 - Lilo & Stitch June 14 Open Streets in Uptown Waterloo. Live performances, music, art market and more. 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. drone show Spectators take in a Canada Day drone show at Waterloo Park on July 1, 2023. (Adam Marsh/CTV Kitchener) July 1 Community Picnic in Waterloo Park. Food trucks, giant games, LED drone show and local artists. 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. July 18 – July 20 Sun Life Uptown Waterloo Jazz Festival will sound off at Waterloo City Hall. The free event features local and national talent. July 18 from 3:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., July 19 from 12:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., July 20 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 9 Day of Play in Waterloo Park. Art activities, games, adventures and more. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 21 – Aug 24 Sun Life Waterloo Busker Carnival returns to the city. Features a mix of local and international performers doing everything from acrobatics and firebreathers to comedians. Cambridge June 12 Pride Garden Party – GLAM AS YOU ARE garden party at Under the Whispering Pines (23 Meadowcreek Lane). At this ticketed event, party-goers can snack at grazing stations, pose for a professional portrait or visit a digital photo booth, dance with a DJ, stop by a glam station and create at a charm bar. 3:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. June 13 Cambridge Celebration of the Arts at city hall and Civic Square. Work from performing, visual and literary artists, with food and a vendor market. Free event. 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. June 24 Strawberries and Ice Cream Music Jam at the Ted Wake 50+ Centre. A social event with guitar players, musicians and, of course, strawberries. $8 fee. 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. July 1 Canada Day in Cambridge. Details to come.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Americans need transformative talks on race. Juneteenth is the space for that.
Just at the moment Americans need it most, some cities have either scaled back or canceled their Juneteenth celebrations altogether, fearing that they might violate the Trump administration's ban on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Juneteenth is a powerful symbol of liberation, representing the breaking of oppressive chains that once confined countless lives. Instead of shying away from this critical commemoration, our nation should engage in deep and transformative conversations. This is exactly what's happening in Milwaukee, which has one of the oldest and longest running events in the country drawing about 50,000 people annually. This year marks the 54th celebration in the city, and it promises to be one of the largest and most exciting as Summerfest will officially celebrate Juneteenth for the first time in its history. While June 19, 1865, marks the day when the last enslaved people in American learned of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued, it is also significant because it highlights the richness of African American culture, history, cuisine, and community. Juneteenth is not just a Black holiday; it is a vital part of our nation's history that deserves recognition and celebration. 'The day is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the best in our community — our young people, middle-aged, and our seniors. Juneteenth is for everyone, and we want everyone to come and join in on this celebration,' said Tony Kearney, executive director of Northcott Neighborhood House, the group that organizes Milwaukee's event. It's my favorite holiday because it reminds me of the remarkable efforts made by individuals to honor this day long before it became a federal holiday. Milwaukeeans have been observing this day for over half a century, well before it received federal recognition in June 2021. Therefore, regardless of what the Trump administration does, the celebration of Juneteenth here will remain unchanged. Letters: Real issue behind need for retail lockboxes ignored. Don't make excuses. For the cities that canceled their celebrations, it's a missed opportunity because Juneteenth celebrates one of the most important moments in Black history. The idea that Trump might target Juneteenth is speculation. He has not directly addressed the holiday, but some believe it contradicts his objective to dismantle DEI initiatives. This concern is not unreasonable, as his administration has already taken steps to weaken the Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice. Trump has also launched a campaign against educational institutions that he disparagingly labels as teaching 'woke' material, referring to content that honestly discusses the mistreatment of African Americans in the United States. Additionally, he has mentioned that there are too many federal holidays, which has led to speculation about whether Juneteenth, the most recent federal holiday established, might be at risk. Long before it became a holiday, I first celebrated Juneteenth in Mississippi with my grandparents nearly five decades ago. It was then that I learned that Juneteenth, which is a blend of "June" and "nineteen," marks a day steeped in triumph of freedom. My parents would send me to Gloster to help work on their cattle and pig farm. Although it was hard work, I learned a lot about my roots, Black history, and race relations. I will always remember how we celebrated Jubilee Day on June 19. My grandmother made a red velvet cake, and our neighbors contributed various red treats such as strawberries, watermelon, red soda, and one of my favorites, rhubarb pie. My grandfather, Orelious Pinkney, led a toast under the shade of a tree in our front yard. We all raised our red sodas as he explained that the color red represented the blood shed in our quest for freedom. I was very young, but that moment was unforgettable. It was also the only time I could indulge in so many sweets without being scolded. Why wouldn't this country want to celebrate the end of slavery? Due to logistical challenges related to safety and the current political climate, several cities across the U.S. have canceled their Juneteenth celebrations this year, despite the event's historical significance. In New Jersey, the Metuchen Edison Piscataway Area Branch of the NAACP announced its decision to relocate its Juneteenth celebration away from federal property due to concerns about potentially violating Trump's DEI stance, according to Newsweek magazine. In Indianapolis, Ind., Juneteenth organizers said they would cancel this year's parade after failing to secure a location for the event. However, James Webb, co-founder and executive director of Indy Juneteenth, told the Indy Star that the festival will still be held at the Indiana State Fairgrounds on June 21. Organizers in Plano, Illinois, announced the cancellation of their Juneteenth celebration due to circumstances beyond their control. At the same time, officials in Bend, Oregon, cited safety concerns as the reason for canceling their own Juneteenth event. Organizing a celebration requires funding from various sources. Fortunately, Milwaukee has strong sponsorship support for this event from local professional sports teams, Bader Philanthropies, and numerous vendor booths along King Drive. Additionally, over 400 volunteers and committees work together to ensure that everything runs smoothly. This year's celebration is expected to draw a record crowd since it coincides with the kickoff of Summerfest. Kearney hopes this partnership will attract new attendees to Summerfest who may not typically participate while encouraging Summerfest visitors to join the Juneteenth parade and festival on King Drive, thereby introducing them to the experience. Along King Drive, there will be activities for everyone, with dedicated zones for various groups and interests. The "Kids' Zone" at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School will feature horseback riding and a petting zoo. A "Veterans' Zone" near the Clinton Rose Senior Center will provide opportunities for veterans to connect and learn about various resources available to them. The "Teen Zone," located near the basketball courts by Clinton Rose, will host a basketball tournament and feature a DJ playing the latest hip-hop music. A "Senior Zone" located near the former Walgreens will offer activities specifically designed for seniors. Finally, a new "Pan-African Zone" at the Clinton Rose Center will enable groups from different African diasporas to connect and share their experiences and cultural traditions. After the celebration on King Drive, Summerfest will feature multiple stages and performances by artists such as Gary Clark Jr., Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Ginuwine, Joy Oladokun, and The Isley Brothers. Despite other cities scaling back or canceling their Juneteenth events, Rob Smith, a history professor and director of the Center for Urban Research at Marquette University, believes that Black people should continue to celebrate Juneteenth as a reminder of both the struggles they have faced and their achievements. Opinion: We asked readers about wake boats on Wisconsin lakes. Here's what you said. Smith highlights that, unlike the Fourth of July, which celebrates America's freedom and liberty, this freedom did not initially extend to Black people due to slavery. Regardless of whether it is officially recognized as a federal holiday, Juneteenth will always be my favorite holiday. I will celebrate it by sharing my family's history and enjoying red pop while toasting my ancestors who paved the way for me. Reach James E. Causey at jcausey@ follow him on X @jecausey. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Trump's DEI ban shouldn't stop Juneteenth | Opinion
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Why are parts of Lincoln Memorial Drive and the Hoan Bridge closed this weekend?
The annual United Performing Arts Fund Ride for the Arts returns to downtown Milwaukee on June 1 — and that means you'll see some road closures this weekend. The UPAF Ride for the Arts is a one-day recreational bike ride to raise funds for performing arts organizations, such as the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and the Milwaukee Repertory Theater. Here's a look at the route for the annual UPAF Ride for the Arts, and where to expect road closures this weekend: The 20-mile loop will take cyclists north on Lincoln Memorial Drive and uses Interstate 794 from downtown Milwaukee to Cudahy over the Hoan bridge. The route will be closed to cars in both directions during the event. Parts of Interstate 794 from Lincoln Memorial Drive to Howard Avenue will be closed to traffic during the ride from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. The official starting and finishing line for the event is at the Summerfest grounds, at Henry Maier Festival Park. Starting line festivities will start at 6:30 a.m. outside of the North Gate on the Summerfest grounds as riders will line up along North Harbor Drive to enter the loop course at 7 a.m. The 2025 UPAF Ride for the Arts is on June 1, 2025 from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free parking is available at the Summerfest grounds, at Henry Maier Festival Park. Follow Erie Street southeast to lots P and H. Instructions will also be emailed to all registrants before the event, according to its website. Bike ports will be available to park bicycles in Urban Park, outside the North gates of Summerfest. Make sure to bring your own bike lock to secure your bike. You can find more information on its website here. RELATED: What rights do you have as a pedestrian or bicyclist on Wisconsin roads? This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: UPAF Ride for Arts: I-794, Lincoln Memorial, Hoan closed in Milwaukee
