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50th Anniversary Pollinator Brunch

Sunday, September 15th, 2024 11 am -2 pm

Brunch for the bees? Yes, please! Join us for a one-of-a-kind event celebrating Wehr’s 50 years of providing “A place for all seasons, a place for everyone.”


This daytime gala event invites the community to support the “Rooted and Growing” future of Wehr fundraising campaign. Satisfy your senses with delicious cuisine and music. Enjoy an afternoon at Wehr among the winged wildlife and native wildflowers of Milwaukee’s oldest public nature center. Participate in a silent and live auction. Grab your seat today!

$80 per person

$600 for a table of 8

Sold Out

We are all sold out of tickets for the Brunch but if you would like to be added to the waitlist, click the button above.

Please note: being added to the waitlist does not guarantee a seat but if one becomes available you will be notified. Thank you for your support and understanding.

Sponsorship opportunities available

Sponsor Info

Thank you to everyone who came and supported the Friends of Wehr Nature Center!

Check back soon as we will be uploading more photos from this wonderful event.

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Thank you to all staff and volunteers!

Sponsors

Thank you to our sponsors for their support!

Elite Sponsor

Partner Sponsors

Franklin Culver's

Franklin Tourism Commission

Advocate Sponsors

Member Sponsors

Itinerary

11 am - Stroll along the boardwalk to pollinator inspired hors d'oeuvres hand crafted by local chefs while you sample plant-based artisanal beverages curated by local businesses.


12 pm - Eat a sustainably sourced brunch buffet provided by woman-owned Noble Catering while you listen to sweet musical stylings of local band Frogwater which features a cross pollination of musical genres; Celtic, Bluegrass, Old-Time American and Blues.


1 pm - Learn about Wehr's history alongside local historian John Gurda followed by an opportunity to give via a live and silent auction in support for the "Rooted and Growing" campaign to fund site improvement projects that advance the center into the next 50 years.


2 pm - Leave with a full stomach, abundant heart, and baked good to savor the flavor.

Pollinator Brunch FAQS

  • What should I wear?

    Attire is dressy casual 


    The event is held outside of the Visitor Center. Please take the temperature and bright sun into account when choosing an outfit and accessories like a hat and sunglasses. 

  • What is on the menu?

    In addition to "walking bites" hosted by local chefs, Noble Catering will be providing a pollinator inspired brunch with:

    Herb Roasted Chicken Breast Seasonal greens, crispy prosciutto, pickled cantaloupe, goat cheese cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, lemon and thyme vinaigrette

    Poblano and Potato Frittata w/ Marinated Carne Asada Skewer, avocado, salsa verde and cotija

    Petite Greens Salad with tequila lime Dressing, grilled corn and tomato


    Vegan options available upon request. Please email carol.howard@friendsofwehr.org

  • Food Allergy Concerns

    Please email Carol Howard, carol.howard@friendsofwehr.org with any food allergies or sensitivities that you or any of your guests have and we will work with you to make sure there are options for you. 

  • Parking

    Parking will be at the Visitor Center. Our parking lot can get pretty full for large events such as this so please consider carpooling if you are coming with other guests. Parking fee cost is included with your ticket. 

  • Can I purchase a table?

    You can purchase a table which has 8 seats at a cost of $600. ($40 discount). Can be purchased with the ticket link above. 

  • Are my tickets/auction purchases/event contributions tax deductible?

    $38 of your ticket is tax-deductible. 

  • Accessibility Concerns

    This is an accessible event. All activities will be held on ADA-friendly located in and around the center. Participants will travel from the amphitheater to the Gardner Room and back for food and optional food stations will be located at the viewing deck. 

    If you have any accessibility concerns for the event, please reach at 414-425-8550 or Emily with any questions or concerns at emily.brown@milwaukeecountywi.gov 


    The Access Ability Wisconsin Outdoor Wheelchair is available to reserve for the event.