Events in Wisconsin

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• 1 Briggsville - Annual Spring Fisheree. Sponsored by the Lake Mason Lion's Club at the Wagon Wheel Campground. Lake Mason. For more information call (608) 254-8633.
• 1 Fond du Lac - Country Fair Arts & Crafts Show. A Before Mother's Day Show. A quality arts & crafts show, mixed media, door prizes drawn every half hour, food concessions, and free parking. Unique gifts and home decorating idea - come & enjoy! Admission charged. FDL County Fairgrounds Recreation Building, Hwy 45 & Martin. Event starts at 9:00AM and ends at 3:00PM. For more information call (920) 906-6663.
• 1 Madison - Madison Audubon Society 34th Annual Art Fair. An early spring event featuring fine arts and fine crafts displayed in a park setting. Admission free. Warner Park Community Center, 1625 Northport Dr.. Event starts at 9:30AM and ends at 4:30PM. For more information call (608) 255-2473.
• 1 - 2 Marshfield - 37th Annual Gem, Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show. Saturday 10AM-5PM, Sunday 10AM-4PM. Be sure to stop by for a live demo of rock cutting and wire wrapping and the children's dino exhibit. Marshfield Senior High, 1401 East Becker Road. For more information call (715) 387-8782.
• 1 - 2 Montello - Great American Moose Fest. Largest early Wisconsin festival with carnival, free ice cream, pro fishermen taking kids fishing, a scooter scavenger hunt, food, vendors, national author Linda Godfrey, national cartoonist Steve Krueger, cartoon auction and more all the while helping to raise money for the Children's Hospital. Citywide. For more information call (920) 809-0636.
• 1 - 2 Montello - Great American Moose Fest. Family fest, kids fishing with the pros, crafts, food, entertainment, carnival, auctions, free ice cream, scooter scavenger hunt and more. N3534 Huron Bay Drive. For more information call (920) 295=0209.
• 1 Racine - Lakefront Artist Fair. Celebrating our 29th annual Lakefront Artist Fair! Over 100 artists exhibit at this lively family event on the banks of beautiful Lake Michigan. Admission free. Festival Park. Event starts at 9:00AM and ends at 4:00PM. For more information call (262) 637-7892.
• 1 Stoughton - The Crickets. General admission. Stoughton Opera House, 381 East Main St.. Event starts at 7:30PM. For more information call (608) 646-0019.
• 2 West Salem - Mayfair. The 5th annual Mayfair features a fine art and fine craft fair, silent auction, Chicken Q, music, children's art activities, and concessions. This event helps support the Marie W. Heider Center for the Arts. Admission free. West Salem High School, 490 N. Mark Street. Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 4:00PM. For more information call (608) 786-2388.
• May 4 - Nov 13 Genesee Depot - 2010 Tour Season at Ten Chimneys. With no ropes and nothing under glass, guests at Ten Chimneys are treated to a VIP guided tour of a National Historic Landmark replete with original furnishings and overflowing with the romance of the 1930s and '40s. As we say, Ten Chimneys is more than a great museum. Ten Chimneys is an experience. One that inspires you to design the life you want to live. A muse. A dream. Ten Chimneys delights and rejuvenates - and stays with you long after you leave. Call for tour times & prices. Ten Chimneys. For more information call (262) 968-4110.
• May 4 - Oct 13 Genesee Depot - Taming of the Shrew: 2010 Annual Exhibition. This 2010 exhibition celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Lunts' historic Broadway production of "The Taming of the Shrew," which inspired "Kiss Me, Kate," the renowned musical by Cole Porter. Come be inspired yourself by this engaging, interactive exhibition. The exhibition is free, open to the public, and only here for the 2010 season. Ten Chimneys. For more information call (262) 968-4110.
• May 6 - Oct 31 Sherwood - Mulberry Lane Petting Farm. Catch a chicken, milk a cow, ride a pony, enjoy a hay ride, kiss a pig, cuddle a kitten and more during your guided tour of the farm. Please call or visit website for seasonal operating times. 3 miles east of Sherwood on County Road B. For more information call (920) 989-3130.
• 8 - 9 Menomonie - Rummage Sale & Flea Market. 1st annual Irvington Campground Rummage sale/Flea Market. All registered campers can set up on their site, no additional fee. Menomonie-Irvington Campground, E4176 Cty Tk D. For more information call (715) 235-2267 .
• 8 Oshkosh - What Women Want Shopping Expo. Shopping extravaganza geared toward women that brings together restaurateurs, chocolate makers, artisans & crafters, home based businesses and small businesses. Admission free. Sunnyview Expo Center. Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 3:00PM. For more information call (800) 366-4189.
• 9 Marshfield - 47th Marshfield Art Fair. Entertainment: Music, Dance Marshfield's only juried fine arts fair. Free admission and entertainment. Kids' Creative Corner, demonstrations by artists, Rotary Club food booth. A Mother's Day tradition in Central Wisconsin. Marshfield High School Fieldhouse, 1401 E. Becker Road. Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 4:30PM. For more information call Marshfield, WI 54449-5703 (715) 387-5562.
• 9 Oak Creek - Mother's Day Art Fair. Sixth Annual Art Fair. This event has been gaining popularity with great success. It is the perfect excursion to attend with Mom on her special day. Admission free. Marketplace Shopping Village, 8628A S. Marketplace. Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 4:00PM. For more information call (414) 764-3892.
• 9 Prairie du Sac - Salute To Mothers at Wollersheim Winery. Open for tours and tasting plus Mothers receive a complimentary tour when accompanied by their family. Wollersheim Winery, 7876 State Road 188. Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 5:00PM. For more information call (608) 643-6515.
• 14 - 15 Kewaskum - Kewaskum Arts Festival. Fri - school art and music, Sat - school art & music continued with art & craft exhibitors, food vendors 9AM - 4PM. Sat (4-11PM) River Hill Park for seven hours of music with seven bands. Fri 5PM-10PM, Sat 9AM-4PM (Sat 4-11PM music). Admission free. Kewaskum High School, 1510 Bilgo Ln. River Hill Park. For more information call (262) 626-4731.
• 14 - 15 Wauwatosa - Art in Hart Park. Music, Theater, Dance Friday night preview and silent auction. Sat 9AM-5PM, Sun 11AM-4PM. Admission charged. Hart Park, West State and North 72nd Streets. For more information call (414) 231-9754.
• 15 Baraboo - Faire on the Square. 23rd Annual; close parking; drive-up, on street set-up; well organized; food court, farm market, kids' games, live entertainment. Admission free. Downtown Business District, Third & Fourth Streets. Event starts at 9:00AM and ends at 4:00PM. For more information call (608) 356-7995.
• 15 Mauston - Annual Linda Householder Golf Outing. Shotgun start at 10AM. Prizes, raffles, food and fun. All proceeds donated to the Friends & Family Cancer Foundation. 419 East State Street. For more information call (608) 547-1701.
• 15 - 16 Stoughton - Syttende Mai Festival. Celebrating its Norwegian heritage, Stoughton offers parades, arts & crafts fair, Run/Walk, costumed styleshow, and authentic Norwegian food and dance. Sat 9AM-5PM, Sun 10AM-4PM. Admission: SMF button. Downtown. For more information call (608) 873-7912.
• 15 Weyauwega - WEGA Bike-A-Thon. Fun family bike ride in beautiful Weyauwega area, promoting good health and benefiting area churches and building more Weyauwega Trails. Pre-registration fee by May 10, 2010 insures an official t-shirt. Prizes, rest stops with refreshments, and lots of fun. WF High School Athletic Field, 410 E Ann Street. For more information call (920) 538-2025.
• 15 - 16 Wind Lake - FestiBazaar 2010. After 35 years we have expanded. A new location and a new format. Arts, crafts, antiques, food, music, contests, events and more. A family friendly event with something for everyone. Sat 8AM-9PM, Sun 8AM-5PM. Admission free. Meyer Park, 26900 Meyer Park Drive. For more information call (414) 433-4830.
• 16 Kaukauna - 28th Annual Nature's Images Art Fair. 50+ fine artists displaying nature related paintings, photography, sculpture, crafts from natural material, botanical & herbs, Celtic harpist, food, picnic area, wildflower hikes, and eagles along Fox River. Great ambiance. Admission free. 1000 Islands Nature Center, 1000 Beaulieu Ct (Hwy Z). Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 4:00PM. For more information call (920) 766-4733.
• May 18 - Jun 29 Madison - T'ai Chi at Monona Terrace . Tuesdays & Thursdays from May 18-June 29, 12:00 - 12:45PM, on the rooftop, open to the public. Ease the stress out of your busy workday! Connect with your mind and body through the fundamentals of Tai Chi in an easy to learn routine. Registration is available on-site. Wear loose fitting clothing and comfortable shoes. In the case of inclement weather, class will be canceled, please call Monona Terrace at (608) 261-4000 after 11AM the day of event for cancellation information. Instruction provided by Tai Chi Center of Madison, LLC. Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center, 1 . For more information call (608) 261-4000.
• 20 - 23 Wisconsin Dells - Dells BBQ Bash. Sanctioned as a KCBS State BBQ Championship - Over $10,000 in cash prizes! Children's Area: Jump Around, Pony Rides and visits, Petting Zoo and much more! And for the kid in everyone...there will be a full sized Mechanical Bull! The Swing Crew band will be rockin' the house starting at 12:00. Inferno Chicken Wing Eating Contest, Arts & Crafts Fair, pig roast, and much more. Located on the Festival Grounds at Buffalo Phil's Grille, At Tanger Outlet Complex. For more information call (608) 254-7300.
• 21 - 22 Omro - Local Emerging Artists Program Art Show and Sale. As part of the LEAP program, Rebel Alliance Theatre will host the first annual Local Emerging Artists Show and Sale, designed to showcase local emerging and outsider artists, this May. Fri 6PM-9PM, Sat 10AM-3PM. Admission free. Rebel Alliance Theatre and Center for the Arts, 404 S. Webster Street. For more information call (920) 685-2094.
• 22 Chippewa Falls - Muscle Car Restorations Open House. Large number of completed and in-process restorations covering many makes and models of muscle car. Entire MCR staff present to discuss restoration techniques and tips. We encourage everyone to bring their classic car for the car meet held around the facility perimeter. Complimentary grilled lunch and beverages. 11371 20th Ave. For more information call (715) 834-2223.
• May 22 - Jun 20 Chippewa Falls - Chippewa Valley Renaissance Faire & Artisan Market. One of the newest and fastest growing Renaissance Faires in Wisconsin! Chippewa Valley Renaissance Faire opens its gates May 22nd for 5 weekends, running until June 20th. Saturdays and Sundays 10:00AM to 6:00PM, rain or shine. We'll be amazing the crowds with melodious musicians, playful gypsies, jugglers, jousters, spell-binding magicians, a regal court – and oh yes, a good-natured fairy or two! 2302 Nelson Road. For more information call (715) 723-9999.
• 22 Cornell - SCRI Flea Market. Stacker City Rodeo Flea Market, all vendors welcome. Items need not be rodeo or horse related. 9:00AM to 3PM. Plate lunches available. Please call for more info. Cornell Millyard Park . For more information call (715) 827-0663.
• 22 Oostburg - Unity Ride - Family Cycling Fundraiser. A fund raising ride for Oostburg Christian School, this is a fun family ride to the Lake Michigan shores, a challenging century ride thru the heart of the Kettle Moraine, or maybe something in between. Ride distances of 10, 15, 35, 60 & 100 miles. Well stocked rest stops, skilled SAG support, and the friendliest volunteers around. Pre-ride meal on Friday night, on site camping, and a post-ride brat/hamburger fry. Rides begin and end at Oostburg Christian School. Registration cost is $35 prior to May 7, 2010, $40 thereafter. Registration forms and more information are available online Oostburg Christian School. For more information call (920) 918-3882.
• 22 Oshkosh - Festival of Spring. Festival of Spring features the Paine's annual Spring Plant Sale and vendors of landscape, garden supplies, original art, crafts and retail items. Admission free. Paine Art Center and Gardens, 1410 Algoma Blvd.. Event starts at 8:00AM and ends at 4:00PM. For more information call (920) 235-6903.
• 22 - 23 Wisconsin Dells - Automotion. Hundreds of smokin hot classic cars in the heart of Wisconsin Dells! Automotion 2010 classic car show features a swap meet, car corral, evening car cruise, raffle and activities for the kids. Spectator admission is free! Noah's Ark, 1410 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy.. For more information call (800) 22-DELLS.
• 23 Stoughton - Midwest Vocal Express. Male Acapella Chorus - Storytelling through song. General admission. Stoughton Opera House, 381 East Main St.. Event starts at 2:00PM. For more information call (608) 646-0019.
• 28 - 31 Madison - Brat Fest. The World's Largest Brat and Music Fest, featuring over 200 performances of free live music and fun. Willow Island at Alliant Energy Center. For more information call (608) 236-2035.
• 29 - 30 Danbury - Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park Opening Weekend. Plant Sale, Fur Trade & Ojibwa Indian exhibit, tours of historic NWC & XY Co fur posts and Indian village, & a Pancake Breakfast Sunday. 8500 Cty Road U. For more information call (715) 866-8890.
• 29 - 30 Eagle River - Strawberry Craft and Gift Fest. Quality arts & crafts and accepted gifts, musical and family entertainment etc., strawberry treats and food area. A family craft & gift festival. A good buying event in Northern Wisconsin. Admission free. Fairgrounds, Hwy 70. Event starts at 9:30AM and ends at 4:30PM. For more information call (715) 675-6201.
• 29 - 30 Jacksonport - Jacksonport Maifest. Maifest is Jacksonport's celebration of spring in Door County. Activities include a parade Saturday morning, 10K run and horse pull on Sunday, children's activities, food, fish boil, live music, and a softball tournament. Admission free. Lakeside Park, State Highway 57. Event starts at 9:00AM and ends at 5:00PM. For more information call (920) 823-2800.
• 29 - 30 Sturgeon Bay - Sturgeon Bay Fine Art Fair. This annual fair in historic Sturgeon Bay presents fine art and fine craft in a wonderful park setting along the waterfront. Entertainment, food and children's activities. Admission charged. Sunset Park, N. Third Avenue. Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 4:00PM. For more information call (920) 743-6246.
• 30 Lakewood - McCaslin Lioness Faire. 11th Annual Faire with funds going to community and Lions projects. Silent auction, Badger Bouncers & children's games, unique craft booths, book fair, Rummage-o-rama, raffle drawings, food and fun for all! Admission free. Lakewood Town Hall & Activity Grounds, 17258 North Road. Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 3:00PM. For more information call (920) 213-6264.



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• Sep 22 through May 31 Appleton - Fiberscapes - Experience Paper in 3-D. Exhibit-goers wearing 3-D glasses take an exciting walk inside a sheet of paper. Enlarged fiber microscope images are projected onto the walls and floor, surrounding the visitors and inviting them to reach out amongst the fibers. Also be a display of prints and paper made from unique materials such as silk, cattails, & corn husks. Included in regular admission price - members free. Event runs Mon-Sat 10AM-4PM thru May 31st 2010. Paper Discovery Center 425 W Water St Appleton. For more information call (920) 380-7491.
• Feb 27 through May 23 Oshkosh - Snapshots of History. Step back onto the streets of old Oshkosh and explore the development of our historic city on the water. This local history exhibit focuses on the landscapes and buildings of Oshkosh in the mid-1910s and showcases more than 50 large-scale panoramic photos and artifacts to bring Oshkosh history to life. Oshkosh Public Museum, 1331 Algoma Boulevard. For more information call (920) 236-5799.
• Mar 23 through Dec 30 Appleton - Picturing Main Street: Postcards From Our Past. Drawing on The History Museum's collection of more than 500 picture postcards dating back to the turn of the century, showcasing historic downtowns throughout our region. Scores of original postcards as well as large scale replicas will be featured. A computer kiosk will allow visitors to discover hundreds of additional postcards. Also a do-it-yourself postcard station where visitors can create and mail their own personalized postcard. Additional hands-on activities and supplementary educational and community programs will also be offered. The History Museum at the Castle, 303 East College. For more information call (920) 735-9370.
• Apr 8 through May 11 Milwaukee - Late Nite Catechism. Starring DIANA CARL-ALIOTO as the irrepressible "Sister", LNC is an uproariously funny international hit comedy! Broadway Baby Dinner Theatre, 5132 W Mill Road. For more information call (414) 212-5132.
• Apr 25 through Jan 2 Sheboygan - Norman Pettingill Exhibition. An Exhibition at the John Michael Kohler Arts Center. John Michael Kohler Arts Center, 608 New York Ave. For more information call (920) 458-6144.
• Apr 25 through Jan 2 Sheboygan - Lynda Barry and Roz Chast. An Exhibition at the John Michael Kohler Arts Center. John Michael Kohler Arts Center, 608 New York Ave. For more information call (920) 458-6144.
• Apr 27 through May 1 Whitewater - The Provok'd Wife. By John Vanbrugh, directed by Angela Iannone. Watch the very rich behave very badly, the lovers get caught in all kinds of impossible positions and the wife "provoked" to win her husbands' love all over again in this wild romp through a high society scandal! Disguises, secret meetings, rude letters and a sword dance set off mayhem, mishaps and much more. Enjoy this comedy evening with Lord Brute, Lady Fanciful, the faithful lover Constant, and the French maid in this Restoration farce set in the 1970's Glam Rock scene in New York City. Call for ticket info. Barnett Theatre. Event starts at 7:15PM. For more information call (262) 472-2222.
• Apr 30 through May 9 Rhinelander - The Comedy of Errors. Every character in this fast-paced play is fair game for outrageous, screwball fun. While Aegeon of Syracuse searches for his lost wife and identical-twin son, this same twin is searching for his brother. Add another set of identical twins and it's all delightful mayhem, served up with Shakespeare's wit. Auditions March 1 & 2. April 30 at 7:30PM, May 1 at 7:30PM, May 2 at 2PM, May 6-8 at 7:30PM, May 9 at 2:00PM. Call for ticket prices. Nicolet College Theatre 5364 College Dr. For more information call 800-544-3039 x4646.
• Apr 30 through May 2 Wauwatosa - Women's Weekend Out. Businesses and services related to pampering to include spa, travel, hobbies, specialty food, art, apparel, accessories, jewelry, handbags and personal care items. Fri/Sat 10AM-9PM, Sun 11AM-6PM. Admission free. Mayfair Mall, 2500 N. Mayfair Road. For more information call (414) 443-5112.

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2-05-2010

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