Beer gardens, swimming, Kite Festival and more! Plenty to do in Milw. Co. Memorial Day weekend

MILWAUKEE -- Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start to summer, and with that in mind, Milwaukee County officials are reminding residents of the plethora of fun activities to take part in across the county.Milwaukee County officials on Monday, May 22nd issued a news release highlighting summer activities you can take part in beginning Memorial Day Weekend -- from beer gardens to swimming at the county's family aquatic centers -- and more!Below are details on a few of the fun activities available as the warm weather sticks around, and summer finally arrives:Cool Waters & David F.

Many Catholics get green light on St. Paddy's corned beef

NEW YORK — Many Roman Catholics who ordinarily abstain from eating meat on Fridays during the 40 days before Easter have been given a "Paddy Pardon" for St.

"You can't smoke roses:" 'Pot bouquets' a hot commodity on Valentine's Day in Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES, California -- Flower shops across Los Angeles were packed with customers on Tuesday, February 14th as lovebirds rushed to buy the perfect gift for their partners on Valentines Day."I think Valentine's Day is a day to really show your appreciation for your loved ones and just to go that extra mile.

Holmen senior spends nearly $500 to buy Valentine's roses for EVERY girl in his school, staff included!

HOLMEN -- Just call him Romeo!A teenager in Holmen, Wisconsin wanted to make sure EVERY girl at his high school felt special on Valentine's Day -- so he spent nearly $500 to buy them all roses!"A lot of people don't get flowers," Zack Peterson said.On Valentine's Day, Peterson wanted to make sure his classmates didn't feel like they were alone."They get mad they don't get flowers, or sad they don't get flowers," Peterson said.Peterson, a senior at Holmen High School had an idea."I am handing out roses to every girl the school," Peterson said.After weeks of planning, hours of prep work and $450 later, he rolled into school on Tuesday, February 14th with a cart filled with hundreds of roses."They came in direct from Ecuador with two-day shipping," Peterson said."He's got the biggest heart.

Lloyd Barbee Montessori School students bring "someone they love" to school on Valentine's Day

MILWAUKEE -- On Valentine's Day, Tuesday, February 14th, Lloyd Barbee Montessori School officials invited students to bring "anyone they love" to school!Loved ones were treated to a continental breakfast, guest speakers, classroom tours and other activities.School officials said the event usually brings in about 250 visitors.

"A big hit:" Oshkosh bakery produces Valentine's Day cookies, cupcakes for singles

OSHKOSH -- A bakery in Oshkosh focused on singles on Valentine's Day, Tuesday, February 14th.Tamara -- The Cake Guru offered cookies with special messages for singles, including "love stinks," "Netflix is my love" and other comical phrases.

Valentine's Day 2017: Where to find dinner, deals and free treats for your sweetie

MILWAUKEE -- If you're celebrating Valentine's Day and want to give your wallet a break, we've got you covered.Here's a look at some of the deals you can score this Valentine's Day, 2017.Baskin-Robbins: Send a personalized message on a delicious treat from Baskin-Robbins.