Little Village Play Cafe Blog

Being the Village for Families Affected by the LA Fires

January 10, 2025Abigail Gilman

At Little Village, we’ve always believed in showing up for families—whether it’s right here in East Tosa or across the country. Our mission is to be the village, to support...

Give the Gift of Play: Little Village Giftable Memberships Are Here!

November 21, 2024Abigail Gilman

Our giftable memberships are the perfect present for parents and caregivers with kids ages 6 months to 6 years. They’ll enjoy 3 months of unlimited play, enriching activities, and exclusive perks, all...

GET READY FOR WINTER MAGIC: LITTLE LEARNERS CLASSES ARE BACK!

November 19, 2024Abigail Gilman

As the snow starts to fall and the days grow cozier, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of our Winter 2025 Little Learners series! ❄️ This is our fourth season of Little Learners...

Small Business Saturday – Our Way of Saying “Thank You!”

November 12, 2024Abigail Gilman

Celebrate with us on November 30th from 8 AM - 7 PM! Enjoy all-day Happy Hour with $5 Taps & Mimosas and $10 Charcuterie. Give the gift of play with...

Little Village Play Cafe Nominated for Best of Milwaukee in Family Fun! 🎉

November 02, 2024Abigail Gilman

We’re honored to announce that Little Village Play Cafe has been nominated for Shepherd Express’s Best of Milwaukee awards in the Place for Family Fun category! 🌈✨

Unwrap the Magic! Introducing Little Village’s 2024 Holiday Events 🎄

October 30, 2024Abigail Gilman

Our 2024 holiday events are here, and we can’t wait to celebrate the season with you. From cozy pajama parties with Santa to hands-on slime workshops and adults-only wreath-making nights,...

Just Launched: Happy Hour at Little Village Play Cafe! 🍻

October 25, 2024Abigail Gilman

Join us every weekday from 4-7 PM for $5 taps and $10 charcuterie boards, all while your little ones play nearby. Because, let’s be real—just because you’ve got kids doesn’t...

We’re Relaunching Our Membership Program! 🎉

October 16, 2024Abigail Gilman

We’re thrilled to announce that memberships now include a free Little Learners class each month, valued at $35 per class! We designed our membership to be a win-win for your family. We know life with littles gets...

Future Voters Fest: Empowering the Next Generation of Voters!

October 06, 2024Abigail Gilman

We are thrilled to announce our first-ever Future Voters Fest, happening on Friday, October 11th, from 10 AM - 1 PM. This event is a celebration of community, democracy, and—most...

🎃 Join Us for Our Hocus Pocus & Play Halloween Party! 🎃

September 27, 2024Abigail Gilman

This party is the perfect blend of festive and playful, with a dash of that fall magic. ✨ 🗓 Saturday, October 19th & Saturday, October 21st 🕰 Choose from: 2:00-3:30 PM | 4:00-5:30 PM |...

Books & Blooms Sidewalk Sale

September 23, 2024Abigail Gilman

Books & Blooms Sidewalk Sale: Get Your Porch Fall-Ready! 🍁 Ahhh, fall—crisp air, cozy sweaters, pumpkin everything, and the beautiful colors that make your porch the envy of the...

Introducing Wellness Wednesdays!

September 12, 2024Abigail Gilman

Caregivers can enjoy relaxing table massages ($1/min), while kids have a blast with hair tinsel ($5), temporary tattoos ($3), and nail stickers ($1). Janell is also generously offering free massages to foster parents during this time, making...

Get Ready for Fall Fun: Little Learners Classes Are Back!

September 01, 2024Abigail Gilman

Our Little Learners classes offer an enchanting space for toddlers and preschoolers (age 1-5), brimming with opportunities to explore and discover. Each session is designed to engage young minds through...

Join Our Baby & Me Peer Group: Where Caregivers Find Their Village

August 31, 2024Abigail Gilman

Every Monday from 1:30-2:30 PM, we’ll come together to explore gentle practices that nurture not only your baby’s development but also your own well-being. Think of it as a mini-retreat—one...

Cocina Filipina Food Truck Residency at Little Village Starting September 3rd!

August 31, 2024Abigail Gilman

We’ve got some big news to share with you! We’re thrilled to announce that this fall, we’re making it even easier to enjoy delicious food right here at Little Village!...

A Grand Slam Day: Unveiling the Brewers "Field of Play" Mural by Whitney Nettles

August 28, 2024Abigail Gilman

Yesterday’s mural unveiling was nothing short of a grand slam! I’m still trying to wrap my head around all the excitement, pride in our community, and pure awe for Whitney’s...

"Field of Play" Mural Unveiling - August 27th @ 12pm

August 21, 2024Abigail Gilman

Join us Tuesday, August 27th at 12pm for the official unveiling of the “Field of Play” mural by Whitney Nettles. The "Field of Play" mural is sponsored by The Milwaukee...

we’ve raised over $60,000 so far

August 19, 2024Abigail Gilman

I just wanted to give you a quick update on our Honeycomb Investment Round because it’s been such a wild and exciting ride! 🎢 So far, we’ve raised $60,850 from...

something GIANT is happening

August 14, 2024Abigail Gilman

we’re teaming up with the Milwaukee Brewers and the super-talented Whitney Nettles on a brand-new mural for the side of our building. And when I say giant, I mean GIANT—it’s...

The Scoop on Open Play

March 05, 2023Abigail Gilman

All you need to know about 90-minutes sessions & our walk-in policy.

A Sneak Peek Inside!

February 20, 2023Abigail Gilman

"can we see more pics of your play space?" ☝️ it's a question i've dodged for quite some time.

You're Invited! 🎄 Little Village Holiday Preview

December 15, 2022Abigail Gilman

We're thrilled to invite you in for a Holiday Preview! We'll be opening our doors for the very first time to share a sneak peek of our space and welcome you...

An Update About our Opening Date

September 06, 2022Abigail Gilman

i'm not going to lie. this is a hard post to share... 💙 despite our hustle & enthusiasm to open our doors to the little village play cafe this fall,...