Saturday was a fine day to see – and experience – art of all kinds! Visitors mingled and shopped at the 3rd Annual Make Your Mark Community Art Festival. Area artists and food vendors set up outdoors along Ann Street and inside The Branch at 1501 on Saturday afternoon. The event was presented by Art […]
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3rd annual Make Your Mark Community Art Festival is June 11
The Make Your Mark Community Art Festival is back for the 3rd year in Uptown Racine. Join with family and friends on June 11 for a chance to participate in a community mural painting as well as a gardening project. The Art for Uptown initiative is working to promote local artists and creatives through a […]
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Business Spotlight: Rooted
Racine translates to “root” in French, so how fitting is it that Rooted is a plant shop in the area. Rooted, 1436 Washington Ave., is the new business in Uptown Racine. They first opened as a pop-up shop in April of 2021. Most would consider this a risky time to open a new business given […]
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ArtRoot to unveil 2nd installation of Wall Poems of Racine
This Saturday, October 23, 2021, ArtRoot will be hosting an afternoon of art appreciation beginning at 3:00 p.m. with the unveiling of the second installation of the Wall Poems of Racine. The newest Wall Poem is located at 1346 Washington Ave and was inspired by Kelsey Marie Harris’ poem, When I Die, Bury Me a […]
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New Mural in Uptown Racine
In Uptown Racine, there is a new mural on the corner of Anne Street and 16th Street. A local artist, Thyla Arden, unveiled her creation of giant flamingos and flowers on August 11, 2021. The South African-born artist relocated to Racine and became involved with the local art scene. She has two murals completed in […]
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5 Unique Things to Do in Racine County
Summer is in full swing. Maybe you’ve exhausted going to the beach. It is possible that you’re tired of the activities you’ve been partaking in all summer long. The fun doesn’t have to stop, though. Stick around in Racine County and try out these things to do. Are you looking for something new, fun, and […]
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Hillside Lanes, Uncle Rey’s Candy Store under new management
Racine County had 82 properties transferred to new owners between May 3rd and 7th, according to the Racine County Register of Deeds Office property transfer record. The properties acquired had a cash value of just over $17 million. Further, the transfers included the sale of properties occupied by Hillside Lanes, Uncle Rey’s Candy Store, Louie’s […]
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Business Spotlight: Dragon Pit BBQ
Before 2020 ends, you’ll want to sneak in one last meal before the new year’s diet kicks in. The Racine County Eye knows just the restaurant to try. Dragon Pit BBQ is a local pop-up barbecue that operates out of The Branch at 1501 located at 1501 Washington Avenue in Uptown Racine. Functioning bi-weekly and […]