Having a memorable spring break shouldn’t mean you’re left broke. No need for airline tickets or luggage charges here. Rediscover what the area has to offer with these “staycation” suggestions.   Get hog wild at the Harley-Davidson Museum and The Iron Horse Hotel Explore the exhibits dedicated to the history and culture of the motorcycle at the Harley-Davidson Museum at 400 W Canal St. in downtown Milwaukee.  Enjoy a quick bite at Café Racer or sit down for a meal and cocktails at Motor, the museum’s restaurant. To make a night of it, head to The Iron Horse Hotel, a luxury boutique hotel just…

On St. Patrick's Day, everyone is Irish. Looking for a way to celebrate on March 17? It's your lucky day, because Patch has a handful of events that are sure to have you seeing green. Top o' the morning to ya! Taylor & Dunn's Public House on 10365 N. Cedarburg Road in Mequon opens its doors at 6 a.m. for early morning revelry.  A traditional Irish breakfast will be served until 11 a.m., with a limited dinner menu thereafter. Call 262-242-8030 for more information or visit tayloranddunns.com   For Irish-inspired eats, stop in at Bar Louie at Bayshore Town Center on 5750 Bayshore Drive. Open at…

It may not feel like it now, but summer will be here in the blink of an eye. This week, Patch offers a selection of camps in the area to make the season of sunshine an adventure for your child. Rite-Hite Family YMCA (formerly Schroeder) at 9250 N. Green Bay Rd. in Brown Deer offers specialty day camps from June 13 through August 26 for children ages 4 years and up. With a focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y offers a wide variety of programs to serve many interests, from drama to bowling to the outdoors. Call 414-276-9622 or visit the Website for more …

With this week marking National Education Association’s Read Across America Day and the birthday of children’s author Dr. Suess, it’s only natural that this round of Patch Picks highlights a handful of books recommended by our friends at the North Shore Library. Young readers of all ages can enjoy “Interrupting Chicken,” written and illustrated by David Ezra Stein, according to Children’s Librarian Sue Marshall. The 2011 Caldecott Honor book features Little Chicken, who wants her Papa to read her a bedtime story, though she can’t help from chirping out interjections. For readers ages 2 to 8 …

Each week Patch Picks highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more. You’ll find useful lists to help you, your family, friends, and significant others find the best places for just about everything. Want to suggest a list? Submit your idea in the comment box. Five Unique Shops 1.  ZITA 211 E Silver Spring Dr, Whitefish Bay.Women’s boutique and bridal shop that offers handmade items as well as name brands.  Clothing, jewelry, accessories, and bridal gowns can be found here.2.  PATRICIA SHOPPE 403 E Silver…

Each week Patch Picks highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more. You’ll find useful lists to help you, your family, friends, and significant others find the best places for just about everything. Want to suggest a list? Submit your idea in the comment box. This week, we highlighted five nonprofit groups that are making a difference in the North Shore. 1.  SHOREWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY  3930 N. Murray Ave. They promote and preserve Shorewood’s history through research, education, photographs, documents…