Programs

Milwaukee County Transit System – past, present, future

When: Thursday, September 17, 6-7:30 p.m.
Where: Firefly Room at Wauwatosa Public Library, 7635 W. North Ave., Wauwatosa

The first event of our new program year will feature Dan Adams, Planning Manager for the Milwaukee County Transit System. He will talk about the state of transit in the county, MCTS’ bus network redesign initiative and plans for the future, including extending into a more regional system. Learn how GWG members can support this redesign as it progresses and how to be become a more successful bus rider! A brief Q+A will follow.
Register for the program here.

Take the bus to the Domes with us

After you have learned about transit, celebrate the Week Without Driving (Oct 1-8) and experience the real thing with us Oct. 3 when we ride the bus to the Mitchell Park Domes, 524 S. Layton Blvd. Our bus captains will meet folks at two locations around the area and will help ensure that everyone has an easy time riding the bus.

When: Saturday, October 3
    Meet your bus captain at 9 a.m. at one of 2  locations
    Time at the Domes: 10-noon
    Return to your starting point by 1-1:30 p.m.

Where: Meet your bus captain at whichever spot is most convenient:
1. East side: Estabrook Park
2. West side: Watertown Plank Park and Ride

Cost: Bus fare is $2.75 one way or $1.25 for seniors and those with disabilities
Domes admission is $9 for Milwaukee County residents, $6.50 for county seniors and $10 for nonresidents.

After you sign up and select your starting point, your bus captain will be in touch with you to offer details.

Register here for the Domes outing.

Save the date for future programs:

We Energies Rate Update 

When: Oct. 15, 6-7:30 p.m.
Where: Firefly Room at Wauwatosa Public Library, 7635 W. North Ave., Wauwatosa

Wildlife of Estabrook Park

When: Thursday, Nov 19, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: St. Rita's Square, 728 E. Pleasant St., Milwaukee