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In the spirit of the impending fall season and Halloween just around the corner, All My Sons has done a little paranormal digging and put together a spooky list of your Milwaukee home’s local folklore. Every city has their secrets, but with Milwaukee’s rich history there appears to be a secret behind every unturned cobble stone. These are local Milwaukee movers’ top five Milwaukee haunts.

1. The Skylight Music Theatre- Founder Claire Richardson’s remains reside underneath the main stage, his permanent Milwaukee home. There have been accounts that live performances have been disrupted when the spotlight on his urn goes out.

2. Miller Inn & Caves- Where the ghosts of two 19^th century lovers haunt the famous Milwaukee Miller Caves, the secret Milwaukee home of their forbidden love. Security Staff has made reports of eerie footsteps, whispers, and ghostly intruders.

3. Milwaukee Public Museum- The ghost of former museum director Dr. Stephen Borhegyi has haunted the building for the past 44 years. Former colleagues reported that the doctor felt at home in the Milwaukee museum and has decided to stay permanently. A spooky prankster, the doctor has been known to set off alarms, call the elevator to the third floor, and stalk the hall in a dark cape. If you are moving to Milwaukee and you or your kids like museums, this could be the spookiest one you will ever take them to.

4. Pfister Hotel- Charles Pfister has been rumored to haunt his hotel for decades, overseeing the hospitality to all guests except baseball players. The players report that they experience problems with lights, televisions, and even get locked out their own bathrooms.

5. Hilton Garden Inn- Built in 2012 on top of Newhall House, which is a 19^th century hotel that burned to the ground in 1883, taking 100 souls with it. Many reports have been made by the hotel employees, specifically in rooms 201 and 326.

Milwaukee is home to rich and vibrant culture, with a proud history spanning over 160 years. If you are moving to Milwaukee or already call Milwaukee home, there are fun and exciting activities that this bustling city has to offer even the most veteran Milwaukee resident. Milwaukee is home to many different cultures, a melting pot of German, Polish, Irish, Black and Hispanic families that all contribute to the uniqueness of Milwaukee. Check out local Milwaukee movers’ list of quirky attractions and fun in your Milwaukee hometown.

-The Holler House- The oldest certified bowling lanes in the country, with real wood lanes. This bowling alley still employees personal pin setters just as in the original days of bowling!

-Brew House Inn 7 Suites- Milwaukee’s newest “brewtique” hotel. The hotel is beer inspired and located in the brew house of the historic Pabst brewery.

-Pedal Tavern Pub Crawl- An unusual pub crawl in your local Milwaukee neighborhood. Make friends with your new Milwaukee neighbors by bringing them along in the 16-person bicycle as you belly up to some local Milwaukee bars.

-The Bronze Fonz- A bronze statue of popular “Happy Days” character. The Fonz (Fonzie) can be found in his home on the Milwaukee Riverwalk, leather jacket, holding his famous thumbs up “Aaaay!” pose.

-The Milwaukee Running Tours- Milwaukee may be known for its cheese, beer, and bratz, but there is a healthy revolution taking place. The Running Tours offers joggers a sight-seeing tour of Milwaukee’s breweries all while getting some exercise.

Whether you call Milwaukee home already or you are moving to Milwaukee, there is something for everyone to do in Brew City.

If you are like many of us, you probably have old, unused medication sitting somewhere in the back of your medicine cabinet because you are not exactly sure what to do with it. Well, now that you are packing for your move to Milwaukee use these helpful tips on how to dispose of old medication so you don’t bring it with you to your new home.

1. Always check a medication’s label first to see if it has instructions for disposal. If the label indicates how to dispose of the medication, follow those steps. Properly discarding medication is important for the environment and also keeps prescription drugs out of the wrong hands before you move to Milwaukee.
2. If your old or unused medication label doesn’t indicate instructions for disposal, call your local community center and ask if they have a medication disposal system. Many cities and communities collect used and unwanted medications at a central location during a “Drug Take-Back Day” and dispose of everything in an environmentally safe manner.
3. If your community is not offering a “Drug Take-Back Day” or a “Pill Drop” before you move to Milwaukee, you can safely dispose of your unused or unwanted medication by doing the following: Remove medication from labeled container, use a permanent marker to black out all information on the bottle and dispose of the bottle in the garbage. Next, mix medication with an undesired substance such as coffee grounds or kitty litter and place mixture in a sealed plastic bag or container. Discard this mixture in the garbage before you move to Milwaukee.

Are you contemplating moving to Milwaukee, but aren’t sure if it’s the right decision for you or your family? Read Milwaukee movers list of reasons to move to Milwaukee to help you weigh the pros and cons of your possible relocation.

1. Job Opportunities – Milwaukee is home to seven Fortune 500 companies, so the city has a wide range of employment opportunities. Whether you are a young or older-aged professional, making the move to Milwaukee could benefit your career in a big way.

2. Milwaukee Homes and Apartments are Affordable – Yes, parking can be a pain sometimes, but for the amount you would be paying for a shoebox-sized room in New York City, you could be renting a 2-bedroom lakefront apartment in Downtown Milwaukee.

3. Milwaukee is a Celebration Town – Labeled as “The City of Festivals”, this town always finds something to celebrate in big ways. Between block parties, Summerfest and cultural festivals, Milwaukee has something to celebrate pretty much every weekend.

4. The Great Outdoors – If you move to Milwaukee you will have access to hundreds of acres of beautiful public parks within the city. These parks offer space for recreational activities and areas for relaxation.

Milwaukee is a City of Friendliness – Unlike most cities where everyone is always in a hurry to get somewhere, Milwaukeeans take the time to stop and smell the roses. After moving to Milwaukee, you will quickly notice that the city’s residents take pride in their friendly environment and are quick to give even a stranger an encouraging smile

If you have recently moved to Milwaukee, there are so many things for you to do and experience before the summer months roll by. Make sure you are getting to know your new city and everything it has to offer, by checking out Milwaukee movers list for things to do in Milwaukee before summer comes to an end this year.

1. The North Point Lighthouse – Now that you have moved to Milwaukee, begin to dive into the city’s rich history by visiting this admired landmark. Built in 1851, the North Point Lighthouse now serves as a museum to visitors interested in learning about Milwaukee’s early lighthouse keepers and the United States Coast Guard.
2. Lake Park – This 138-acre park located on Lake Michigan, is the perfect place to wind down from your move to Milwaukee. It offers stretches of paths for walking, running or biking and serves as a nature preserve for wildlife and plants. Visitors can choose to use designated parts of the park for recreational activities or simply for relaxing. The last remaining Indian Mound in Milwaukee can also be found in Lake Park.
3. Bradford Beach – You will have some warm summer days once you move to Milwaukee, so plan on visiting Bradford Beach if you are looking for somewhere to relax and soak up the sun.
4. Milwaukee Riverwalk – Pack a picnic basket, grab a spot in the grass and enjoy “River Rhythms” on Riverwalk ever Wednesday from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. You’ll hear live local talent fill the open-air with great music and instantly be happy that you moved to Milwaukee, a town full of history and culture.

If you are moving to Milwaukee this summer, you have a lot to look forward to if you enjoy festivals. In the summer months, the city hosts a large number of events that spotlight different cultures, music and holidays. Here are a few exciting festivals in Milwaukee that Milwaukee movers think you and your family will enjoy once you’ve moved to this fun town.

Festa Italiana – Live, eat and play Italian at this event centered around Italian culture, entertainment and food. Held at the Henry W. Mair Festival Park July 17^th- 19^th, this festival will offer authentic Italian food from over 30 different vendors and live entertainment including jazz, opera and Italian flag throwers. Milwaukee moving company, All My Sons, suggests diving into some pizza before taking a ride in genuine Italian gondola.

German Fest – Take a break from unpacking after you move to Milwaukee, and bring the family to Southeast Wisconsin’s premier German ethnic festival to learn about all things German. German Fest will have everything from German food, history, and music to German traditions and entertainment. Celebrate the kick-off of Wisconsin Oktoberfest Season by buying your kids an official pretzel of the German Fest from Milwaukee Pretzel Company and grabbing yourself a German-inspired brew. The festival will be held the weekend of Friday, July 24^th.

Irish Fest – If you are moving to Milwaukee before August, grab your tickets to the Irish Fest! There will be plenty of Irish food, music and live entertainment to keep you busy. Help keep Irish American and Celtic Cultures alive and recognized by visiting the Irish Fest August 13^th-16^th.

What better way to inspire kids to read more books other than offering them an incentive – especially if that incentive is a free meal? If you and your family are moving to Milwaukee this summer and you are in need of some assistance, Milwaukee movers want you to be aware of the local initiatives that keep school students fed and academically equipped throughout the summer break.

This is exactly what United Way and the Hunger Task Force of Milwaukee plans on doing. Meals will be given out throughout the city, at various schools and parks throughout the summer. The two organizations have joined together in efforts to not only keep children who need mean assistance outside of school fed, but also keep them academically active for the upcoming school year by providing them with free books. So far, they have collected over 20,000 books for the cause.

In an attempt to keep students reading throughout summer break, Milwaukee kids will be able to choose a new book every time they come to get a meal this summer – completely for free.

Vice President of community impact at United Way Nicole Angresano, explains that, “we are at a critical point in Milwaukee when it comes to academic achievement. We want to create opportunities over the summer to make sure young people stay on track and get ahead.”

The cause gave out 50,000 books to kids last summer and this year, United Way has set their bar even higher – 20,000 books higher. They have hopes of handing out at least 70,000 books to kids in the Milwaukee community this year. Moreover, the Hunger Task Force and United Way even collaborated with the Milwaukee Public Schools in order to effectively figure out which schools were in dire need of a program such as this. Allow your kids to take a break from moving this summer and send them to get a free meal and book!

A new contract has led the Milwaukee County Transit System’s bus drivers and mechanics to approve a future strike called by their union leaders, if need be. In fact, so many of the 750 workers are upset over the fact that they have been working without a contract since April 1, that over 96% of them voted in favor of a strike at the end of the month if no progress has been made.

In response to the overwhelming vote approving a strike, Milwaukee County Transit System spokesman Brendan Conway, shared that, “we’ve been negotiating a new contract since February. Drivers are a critical part of our operation. We’re optimistic we’ll reach an agreement.”

Since a lot of residents in Milwaukee rely on the transit system to get to and from their community and the city, Milwaukee movers hope to see the issue come to a resolution sometime soon, as the accessibility to public transit can have an effect on the rates of people moving to Milwaukee.

Since discussions with a federal mediator are scheduled for June 26, Transit System President James Macon stated that they would wait to see what happens at that meeting before making any plans to go ahead with a strike. Moreover, if they do decide to call a strike for all of their drivers and mechanics, then it would have detrimental effects for the city, especially because the first weekend of the “world’s largest music festival,” Summerfest, beings on June 27 and 28.

Last year, the Transit System was responsible for getting over 240,000 Summerfest attendees to the festival by means of special freeway routes and downtown shuttles. When asked if the strike would, in fact, be scheduled during the music festival if a new contract was not agreed upon, Mason declined to comment.

If you are moving to Milwaukee this month, be conscious that there may be a shortage of public transportation towards the beginning of July, and use other forms of travel.

In an effort to get rid of any road disruptions this summer, the Department of Public Works will begin the High Impact Paving Program in Milwaukee this summer. The program ultimately completes short-term and quick pavement of major city highways. Most of the projects are completed within two to four days, while typical projects can take a couple of months. Milwaukee movers want anyone who is moving to Milwaukee to be careful of the road closures while paving is going on; watch for detours.

This summer, the three-year-old program will focus on repaving 27 segments throughout the city, totaling 21 miles of road. It has grown from using $1 million to repave 3.6 miles in 2013, to using $7 million to repave 21 miles of road. However, the projects are only improving the roadways and not the curbs, gutters and sidewalks. The repavement is only meant to be short-term as well, lasting up to 10 years, while traditional projects would last decades.

While the High Impact Paving Program only lasts up to up to ten years, it costs a third of what a more long-term repavement costs.

According to Department of Public Works Commissioner Ghassan Korban, “the focus is on getting more miles out of the same amount of funding.”

Considering that the roads getting repaving from the program this summer would eventually have updates and improvements done, the cost would equal out to less than or equal to a full-scale update. This in turn, offers a great solution between cities that need road improvement, but might not necessarily have the finding or time to do so. While Milwaukee movers are happy to see roads being repaved, the option of spending the same amount of money for longer-lasting effects is what should be considered.

Founder of Milwaukee’s spy-themed restaurant, Safe House, Dave Baldwin, has just begun the start of his retirement; but, you won’t see him at home resting. In his first day of retirement, you could find him with his wife, Shauna Singh Baldwin, hanging out at his restaurant at a high-top, right next to the front of the door.

After 50 years of serving the Milwaukee community drinks and meals in a restaurant reminiscent of the Cold War, Baldwin has finally given up his title of “station chief.” As co-owner of the venue with his wife, they lamented how they wish and hope that little to no changes are made to the establishment, and Milwaukee movers and locals alike, agree.

Shauna expressed that, “we’re very happy this has happened. We’re very hopeful they’ll carry the tradition forward. David has put 6 to 7 million people through that door.”

Safe House itself is a tribute to the 1960’s and Hollywood’s preoccupation with the spy craft – especially seeing as how the 007 James Bond movies were so popular. Located off of an alley on E. Wells Street, the Safe House has a secret doorway, a password to get in, and a booth that spins around – revealing a secret entrance. Once inside, guests encounter the restaurant’s interconnected rooms and hallways that have autographs of influential people and journalists that have come to Milwaukee over the past 100 years.

Throughout his years at the Safe House, Baldwin had numerous celebrities stop in. However, one of the most notable remains none other than Charlie Sheen. After all, not only did he stop by, but also shot a scene from the film “Major League” there. It is safe to say that everyone in Milwaukee loves the Safe House, and if you are moving to Milwaukee this month, you should check out this timeless local treasure before it changes.