SMILE
South Milwaukee Independent Local Entrepreneurs

We’re revitalizing our downtown

Shop Small Events

Organizing popular events that focus on boosting commerce for small businesses in our Downtown.

 

  • Shop Small Saturday | Nov
  • Walking Tour | June

Beautification

Spearheading community lead seasonal planter installations to build a strong sense of togetherness for business owners, and create a more inviting neighborhood for shoppers and workers in the downtown district.

Research & Plan

Buidling a formal partnership with city officials, our team is moving forward on the next steps in the latest comprehensive plan to create a Business Improvement District (BID) in Downtown South Milwaukee.

Shop Small World Tour 2023

On Shop Small Saturday we throw an epic annual event bringing hundreds of shoppers into the small businesses in and around downtown South Milwaukee.

Our Proud Past Reanimated

Bringing to life the “shops of old” with a historical tour featuring photos and information provided by South Milwaukee Historical Society.

Volunteering to Beautify

Our team of volunteers is leading the shop keepers of Downtown South Milwaukee to install seasonal decorations into the brand new pots on Milwaukee Avenue.