Milwaukee Wisconsin

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2012 Events

Feb 2 - Feb 26 Milwaukee - Vigil by Morris Panych. Be careful what you wish for. Kemp, a selfish and mercenary bank clerk, quits his job to keep a deathwatch on his rich aunt whom he hasn't seen in 30 years. This oddly matched pair become trapped in a macabre bond that's comic on the surface, and deeply human at its core. 255 S. Water Street. For more information call (414) 278-0765.
Feb 23 - Feb 26 Milwaukee - Tripoli Shrine Circus. The Tripoli Shrine Circus comes to town for its annual visit to the U.S. Cellular Arena - with stupendous new acts and returning favorites for 2012! A superlative, non-stop evening of wonder, thrills, hilarity and pure amazement. U.S. Cellular Arena. For more information call (414) 908-6001.
Mar 2 - Mar 4 Milwaukee - Official Blues Brothers Revue. Starring Wayne Catania and Kieron Lafferty as Jake and Elwood Blues. This is the only Blues Brothers show sanctioned by Dan Aykroyd and the Belushi Estate. It's a rockin' Blues revival including gospel singers and the Intercontinental Rhythm and Blues Revue Band. Accept no substitutes! Fri 8PM, Sat 4PM & 8PM, Sun 2PM. Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, 929 N Water St. For more information call (888) 612-3500.
Mar 3 - Mar 3 Milwaukee - Milwaukee Polar Plunge. The Polar Plunge is a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations, and businesses to support local Special Olympics athletes by jumping or slowly crawling into the frigid and icy waters of Wisconsin. McKinley Marina, 1750 N Lincoln Memorial Dr. For more information call (262) 241-7786 ext 14.
Apr 3 - Apr 6 Milwaukee - Othello. Culminating in one of Shakespeare's most powerfully dramatic scenes, this classic revenge tragedy comes to life in a modern and edgy adaptation set in the world of motorcycle gangs. Milwaukee Repertory Theater, 108 E Wells St. For more information call (414) 224-9490.
Apr 7 - Apr 7 Milwaukee - Egg Day. Egg-stra special event with activities for children including an egg hunt, arts & crafts, an Easter parade and more. Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W Bluemound Rd. For more information call (414) 771-5500.
Apr 14 - Apr 14 Milwaukee - Family Free Days. Bring a pack to the Zoo for free. Free admission for all, parking fee does apply. Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W Bluemound Rd. Event starts at 9:30AM and ends at 4:30PM. For more information call (414) 256-5412.
Apr 21 - Apr 21 Milwaukee - 9th Annual Milwaukee Oyster Roast. The Milwaukee Oyster Roast takes the traditional oyster roast and tweaks it Milwaukee-style! (We add beer and motorcycles!) The evening features all-you-can-eat steamed, South Carolina oysters, a delicious Cajun cuisine, live music, silent auction and much much more. Stick around for drinks and dancing. All proceeds help support Wisconsinites touched by blood cancers. Harley-Davidson Museum, 400 W Canal Street. For more information call (262( 785-4273.
May 2 - May 27 Milwaukee - Summer Stories with John McGivern. John takes us through the summer cycle of Memorial Day, school's end, the 4th of July, summer camp, family vacation, the dog days of August, and the dreaded arrival of Labor Day when it all comes to an inevitable end with the return to school. John's brilliant talent for comedy and storytelling will send you into summertime feeling like a kid again. Created by and starring John McGivern. 255 S. Water Street. For more information call (414) 278-0765.
Oct 6 - Oct 6 Milwaukee - Walk to End Alzheimer's. The Walk to End Alzheimers is the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research. 8:30AM - registration. 10AM walk begins. Mount Mary College, 2900 N. Menomonee River Pkwy. For more information call (414) 479-8800.