The Haribo manufacturing plant recently began operations in Pleasant Prairie! While the facility may not have any public exhibits or attractions in place just yet, the bright and creative design on the nearby water tower is now complete, and even more amazing when viewed in person.
Here in Pleasant Prairie, our population is just over 20,000 people, but we’re making a big impact in Wisconsin with our eco-friendly initiatives! We’re doing our part to support a healthy environment by promoting sustainable and eco-friendly practices.
In this blog we take a deep dive into one of the world’s most refreshing and beloved cocktails - the margarita! Learn about the possible origins of the cocktail, the best places in Pleasant Prairie for margaritas, margarita tips and recipes for your next party and places to source ingredients.
Winter can be a challenging time to keep kids entertained, especially with cold weather and snow. However, if you're in or near Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, there are plenty of fun activities for kids to embrace the outdoors or take comfort inside!
Pleasant Prairie and the surrounding areas are full of unique, picturesque locations sure to brighten up your feed. This photo guide will keep any shutterbug busy with beaches, adventures, local favorites, and even a few hidden gems!
Pleasant Prairie locals take great pride in the beauty, peace and adventure offered on our trails. Whether you’re here for an athletic event at the Pleasant Prairie RecPlex or relaxing at one of our award-winning hotels, the natural world is calling your name to explore our nature trails, biking trails and easy going walking paths. The last trail we feature is one of the most dog-friendly in the area!
The Village of Pleasant Prairie has fantastic chip and dip options that cater to different tastes and dietary preferences. For those craving the classics, we have guacamole and chips and salsa varieties sure to please even the most discerning palates. Wisconsin is a mecca for cheese lovers, so you know we’ll be featuring some choice cheese dips.
Pleasant Prairie locals know that our area restaurants serve some of the most delectable chicken dishes in all of Wisconsin! Our chefs and cooks are delighted to offer poultry classics like Chicken Cacciatore and Nashville Hot Chicken. Kids (and grownups) can look forward to a variety of finger food options. Visiting foodies, don’t miss the Wisconsin-born regional favorite that we discuss at the end of this article!
Excitement is palpable in Pleasant Prairie right now. Hosted by Race Day Events, the Pleasant Prairie Triathlon returns, Sunday, June 27th. After the pandemic hiatus in 2020, more than 1,000 athletes are ready to compete at Prairie Springs Park. New this year: Pleasant Prairie will also serve as the 2021 Americas Triathlon Para Championships site, which is the last Paralympic qualifier before the Tokyo Olympics.
Fall is upon us! I can see and feel it already. This is my favorite time and I am excited to be able to photograph the most beautiful season of the year. Here’s a quick list of four tips on WHEN-WHERE-WHAT-HOW for anyone who wants to attempt capturing the beautiful backdrop of fall colors in their family pictures. I know the struggle (especially when getting littles to all smile at the same time!) and have a few suggestions to make it a success.
The "it's five o'clock somewhere" state of mind is one that I've been craving lately. With no plans on traveling far in the near future, I'm going to feed my appetite for adventure, safely, right here in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin – the place I proudly now call home. It is, after all, the perfect slice of paradise in our corner of America's Dairyland - WISCONSIN!
There's nothing like the sight or smell of freshly baked cookies. Whether welcoming new neighbors or creating tasty memories with the kids or grandkids, these popular treats are the perfect way to let someone know they are special to you.
All over the world people are coming to terms with what the new ‘normal’ is like under various types of quarantine. The accounts vary from disbelief to sadness, to fear, to even courage. The flight or fight response is normal. Who’s to say how you should feel or respond to these trying times?
This past week was really something, wasn't it? Each day - some days, every hour - felt like the carpet was getting pulled under our feet. Yes, this week was tough, but our community continued to shine - regardless of how cloudy the forecast was. Within the past few days I've come across some of the most educational, fun, and inspiring messages across social media:
Let’s face it. The world is full of things that can hurt us – but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t live our best life. Of course, we should be diligent and take precautions where necessary, but we’ve still got to get out there and do things.
It's not often that I'm completely taken by surprise when entering an establishment - but that's right where I found myself recently after entering Milwaukee Burger Company in Pleasant Prairie. This family-run restaurant is a hidden gem in the Village - and you definitely don't want to miss it.