Oconomowoc Festival Week includes an assortment of activities and entertainment leading up to the annual Oconomowoc Festival of the Arts, happening the third weekend in August. Check out what is going on, leading up to the art festival. Event information should be verified before attending, as they are subject to change.
Starting August 7, 2021
Take a stroll through Downtown Oconomowoc after it is colored with yarn. Trees, benches, bike racks and more will be covered with colorful patterns knitted by volunteers, to help benefit the Lake Area Free Clinic.
August 10, 2021 | 9 AM to 1 PM
This year’s Oconomowoc Kid’s Fest will be held at a new location: Fowler Park. There will be free games, performances, activities, crafts, and plenty of fun for kids.
August 12, 2021 | Starting at 6 PM
Watch a movie in Fowler Park at dusk, at this free community event. Come early to watch the Badgerland Waterski Show at 7 pm. Movie to be announced.
August 20-22, 2021
Enjoy craft beer and entertainment at the Village Green, Downtown Oconomowoc.
August 21, 2021 | Dusk
Watch the boat parade on Lac La Belle as the boats illuminate the lake, by being decked out in lights and decorations. Come early for the Oconomowoc American Legion band concert at the City Beach band shell beginning at 7:30 PM. After the parade, stay for the fireworks show over the lake.
August 21 & 22, 2021 | 10 AM to 5 PM
The annual Oconomowoc Festival of the Arts will take place the third weekend in August, at the beautiful Fowler Lake Park. This year, the festival will celebrate its 50th anniversary.
Learn more about this popular event on the Oconomowoc Festival of the Arts website.
Weaving art into your home is a perfect way to add character to your home’s décor. Pieces of art will also add a sense of depth and sophistication to any room. Here are 10 helpful tips for integrating art into your home.
Find the focal point of a room to display art. When you walk into a room, where do your eyes look first? Since the focal point of a room draws attention, it provides an ideal spot to hang artwork.
Use the secondary color in art to use as an accent color in a room. Pillows and lampshades in the accent color can help unify the space.
Make a bold statement and also add cohesiveness to a space, by grouping multiple pieces of art from the same artist.
For a casual look, lean multiple pieces of artwork in different sizes instead of hanging.
For good feng shui, artwork that has water depicted in it should not be displayed higher than your nose. If displayed higher, it can evoke the feeling of suppression.
Framing artwork can make it more special and keep it in good condition.
Display art that inspires you in the office. Art is a great way to personalize your office area and keep you inspired.
Bedroom artwork should reflect relaxation. A large-scale piece in soothing colors can help your bedroom feel more like a retreat.
Going beyond the canvas and blending in other works of art such as tapestries, sculptures, and pottery will help add texture and depth to a space.
For smaller rooms or spaces, using one bigger piece of art, versus multiple small pieces can help the space feel less cluttered.
The first half of 2021 had strong home sales, and robust median home price growth in Waukesha County. The number of home sales in the county were slightly up from 2020. The median home sales price increased over 11.5% in the first half of the year, compared to the respective time frame last year.
Forecasts predicted June home sales would fall flat or decrease, given the tight inventory of homes for sale. Home sales in June exceeded the number of sales a year ago in the County, but below the number of sales for the same month in 2015 through 2019. The median home sale price was over 9% higher in June, compared to a year ago.
According to the latest Wisconsin REALTORS® Association (WRA) housing report, the available supply of homes statewide was down almost 32% in June versus June 2020. Locally, the number of available homes for sale as of July 29, 2021 listed on Metro MLS was slim, as illustrated in the chart below. A strong seller’s market remains, as demand for homes continue to exceed the number of homes available. Homes are expected to continue to move quickly through this fall, the WRA’s report predicted.
The threat of inflation on the horizon, may lead to slow down in the real estate market. Inflation could lead to higher mortgage rates, resulting in buyer demand to moderate.
For now, the lack of inventory will continue to fuel high home prices. Home buyers should expect to offer at or above asking price for sought after homes, especially in the Oconomowoc real estate market. Besides the offer price, buyers should consider other ways to sweeten the deal for sellers, for a highly desirable home. Working with an experienced REALTOR, who knows the local market well can help buyers increase their chances to successfully purchase a home.
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