In My Morning Person Era

Rise and shine, Kenosha!

We are hitting our morning person stride.

It’s a new year, new you, which means this is your time to invest in a solid morning routine to power your day. Luckily, our local Kenosha businesses are ready to support your wellness journey.

Are you ready to get your morning person era started? Here are some Kenosha hot spots to add to your morning routine.

First Stop at 7am: Blak Coffee Kenosha

Stop by Blak Coffee for a sweet treat for your taste buds and soul. Blak Coffee has a variety of fun coffee recipes and energy drinks that can power you through the day.

Not a coffee drinker or big on caffeine? No worries! They also offer several caffeine-free options to give you a morning pick-me-up.

7:30am Hit the Yoga Studio

We are getting fit in 2024, and what better way to lean into fitness than to take a yoga class from a local business? Santosha Yoga provides yoga, pilates, sculpt, and HIIT classes for all fitness levels that will make you feel like a fitness guru.

Whether you can hold a handstand for five minutes or can barely stand in tree pose without falling out, Santosha Yoga provides a community for all. With modifications offered in every class, you can come as you are and reach your fitness goals.

And you can schedule a class without hassle. Download the Santosha Yoga app to conveniently schedule all of your yoga classes online.

9am Apothecary Run

You can support a local business and pick up all of your medicinal necessities in one place? Sold!

Modern Apothecary is a locally owned, independent pharmacy with the hospitality of an old-time apothecary. And you can find so much more than pharmacy items! You can find cough and cold medications and supplements, Wisconsin-made lip butter, lotions, candles, shampoo bars, soaps, essential oils, and shower tablets all in one place.

Stop and pick up your prescriptions and get yourself a daily treat - you deserve it.

9:30am Breakfast Time

Kenosha has so many cozy breakfast spots that choosing one is hard. Once or twice a week, add a little spice to your morning routine by visiting one of many locally owned Kenosha breakfast spots, including:

Bristol 45 Diner: With its 1950s ambiance, Bristol 45 is nestled in the rural Kenosha County community of Bristol on Highway 45. They serve up delicious, fresh food daily and you can choose from a variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. Bonus: breakfast is served all day here!

The Daily Dose Cafe: Check out this charming café in the heart of Kenosha. Daily Dose embraces home cooking with food made from scratch.

Coopers Uptown: Coopers Uptown is a family-friendly, hometown-style café and gift shop nestled in Kenosha’s Uptown neighborhood, minutes from downtown Kenosha and Lake Michigan. You can get your caffeine fix, order a soda fountain malt, and have your pick of menu items. Breakfast is served until 11 a.m. The lunch menu is available starting at 11 a.m.

Café at The Stella: Located in The Stella Hotel & Ballroom in Downtown Kenosha, Café at The Stella serves specialty coffee, fresh-baked pastries, breakfast, lunch, and more. They also serve custom-made smoothies, tasty espresso drinks, a variety of soft drinks, and tea. Start your day at Café at The Stella and enjoy the perfect pick-me-up in downtown Kenosha!

11am Nature Walk

Pringle Nature Center, located in Bristol Woods, is the perfect place to find your serenity in the morning. Not only do they have ongoing nature programs, exhibits, and outdoor learning stations, you can take a majestic hike through Bristol Woods upland forest.

And, during the winter, you don’t have to let the snow stop you. Enjoy cross-country skiing and snowshoeing on the trails. Snowshoes are available to rent during designated hours (Tuesday - Saturday, 9am-4pm, Sunday 12pm-4pm).

Find your inner peace and start the day off right with a beautiful nature walk!

Kenosha makes it oh-so-easy to become your best self in your morning person era. Cheers to a new year, new you!