Wisconsin Events for Monday April 30, 2018

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 Wisconsin Designer Crafts Council Biennial Exhibitiion

Friday, March 16, 2018 through Friday, May 4, 2018. 10 am. Join us for the free opening reception, appetizers and live music on Fri. Mar. 16, 4:30pm to 7:30pm. Wisconsin Designer Crafts Council, founded in 1916, is dedicated to fostering excellence in Fine Crafts and the support of the Artists who create it. Through shows, exhibitions, workshops and on-line, WDCC works to elevate standards and increase public awareness of design and craftsmanship. Flagship event is: Morning Glory Fine Crafts Show, held in August on the grounds of the Marcus Center. Free Admission. Plymouth Arts Center, 520 E Mill Street, Plymouth, Sheboygan County. Call 920-892-8409. E-mail: info@plymoutharts.org Web: www.plymoutharts.org Subjects: Art, Crafts, Community [E-107069]

 Learn to Keep Bees - Beginning Beekeeping

Sunday, March 4, 2018 through Sunday, August 5, 2018. 10:00 am. Ever thought about keeping bees? Like the idea of learning as you go throughout the season? Then this series of classes is right for you! We've divided up the content and set the schedule to provide beginning beekeepers the right information at the right time. This class is divided into 4-parts and meets 4 times through the beekeeping season (3/4, 4/8, 6/3 and 8/5) 100.00 for all 4-parts. Town of Calamus Town Hall, W9820 County Highway D, Beaver Dam, Dodge County. Call 608-444-1493. Subjects: Gardening, Education, Hobbies [E-106836]

 First Fridays Returns at the Cedarburg Cultural Center

Friday, October 6, 2017 through Friday, May 4, 2018. 6pm-9pm. First Fridays is presented on the first Friday of the month, Oct 2017 through May 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. inside the Cedarburg Cultural Center. In the 2017-2018 season, guests will be greeted to a performance at 6:00pm followed by the featured band at 7:00pm. Kid's craft hour is 6-7:00pm. Other activities include a local art show and monthly art exhibit. The lights go down at 7:00pm and as the headliner takes the stage and the Center's full cash bar and dance floor multiply the fun. The series is free of charge to members of the Cultural Center and children under 5. Non-member gene. Cedarburg Cultural Center, W62 N546 Washington Ave, Cedarburg, Ozaukee County. Call 262-375-3676. Subjects: Music, Families, Food [E-106498]

 Wisconsin Designer Crafts Council Biennial Members Exhibition

Thursday, March 22, 2018 through Friday, May 4, 2018. 10am - 4pm. The Plymouth Arts Center and Gallery 110 North proudly presents the WDCC Biennial Members Exhibition. The exhibition highlights the juried work of over 30 member artists and has the best examples of Fine Craft. This exhibition is generously sponsored by Margaret Wittkopp/Veritas Financial Services and Wittkopp Funeral & Cremation Services. FREE. Plymouth Arts Center, 520 E Mill Street, Plymouth, Sheboygan County. Call 920-892-8409. Subjects: Art, Community, Galleries [E-107120]

 The Awesome 80's PROM by Kevin Davenport

Thursday, April 26, 2018 through Saturday, May 5, 2018. 7:30 pm. All of the characters you remember from your favorite '80's movies are at THIS PROM, from the Captain of the Football Team and the Asian Exchange Student, to the Geek and the Head Cheerleader-and they are all competing for Prom King and Queen! And just like on American Idol or Dancing with the Stars-the audience decides who wins in a vote that will change the ending of the play with every performance! $15 Adults $12 College, HS Students & Military Personnel (with ID). Oconomowoc Arts Center, 641 E Forest Street, Oconomowoc, Waukesha County. Call 262-560-3172. Subjects: Theater [E-106067]

 Text Message: Words and Letters in Contemporary Art

Sunday, January 21, 2018 through Sunday, May 6, 2018. 10:00 am. Text Message: Words and Letters in Contemporary Art includes works that use words, letters, and script to convey meaning. Tangible three-dimensional objects made of fiber, clay, polymer, paper, and metal along with two-dimensional works on paper underscore how contemporary artists recognize the power and complexity of the written word. Adults - $5 Seniors 62+ / Students - $3 Under 12 - Free. Racine Art Museum, 441 Main Street, Racine, Racine County. Call 262-638-8300. Subjects: Art, Families, Museums [E-106687]

 CREO, Art Exhibition at Mount Mary

Monday, April 30, 2018 through Friday, May 11, 2018. 10am to 5pm. Latin for "to make, create, produce," CREO is an annual celebration from Mount Mary University's School of Arts & Design showcasing student work from fashion, studio art, graphic design, interior design, art therapy and art education that culminates in a student-run fashion show. CREO on Campus features the culminating works from graduating seniors from Studio Art, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Art Therapy and Art Education. Free. Mount Mary University, 2900 N Menomonee River Parkway, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-930-3034. Subjects: Art [E-107096]

 Our Town

Tuesday, April 10, 2018 through Sunday, May 13, 2018. 7:30 pm. With poetic beauty and simplicity, Our Town illuminates the powerful bonds that hold communities together through everyday life and moments of crisis, as if follows the lives of the Gibbs, Webbs and their friends and neighbors. With humor, wit, and exceptionally powerful storytelling, Wilder delivers universal truths about what it means to be human and encourages us to live life to its fullest. Visit our website to purchase tickets. Milwaukee Repertory Theater (Quadracci Powerhouse), 108 E. Wells St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-224-9490. Subjects: Theater [E-106001]

 Annual WRAP Art Show

Friday, April 20, 2018 through Saturday, May 19, 2018. 12 pm. April 20 - May 19, 2018 Various Artists Annual WRAP Art Show Reception: None Free. Oconomowoc Arts Center, 641 E Forest Street, Oconomowoc, Waukesha County. Call 262-560-3172. Subjects: Art [E-106066]

 Center Stage - Rebels & Renegades Concert Series

Saturday, January 20, 2018 through Saturday, May 19, 2018. 7:30-9:30 pm. The CCC presents the "Rebels & Renegades" series to convey the lyrical honesty of Americana music through a variety of musical styles. You can expect a fun vibe, full bar, free parking and reasonably priced tickets. The Lineup for 2017/2018: Sat, January 20th - The Whiskey Belles/WheelHouse Sat, Feb 24th - Altered Five Blues Band Sat, April 14th - Zach Pietrini/Buffalo Gospel Thur, April 26th - Mia Dyson Sat May 5th - Aaron Williams And The Hoodoo Sat May 19th - Davina And The Vagabonds For the entire "Rebels & Renegades" series $137 / $100 CCC members. Cedarburg Cultural Center, Cedarburg Cultural Center, W62 N546, Cedarburg, Ozaukee County. Call 2623753676. Subjects: Music, Art [E-106704]

 Always...Patsy Cline

Friday, March 23, 2018 through Sunday, May 20, 2018. 8:00pm. Always...Patsy Cline. Directed by Ted Swindley. March 23-May 20, 2018. Stackner Cabaret, Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Patty and Jay Baker Theater Complex, 108 E. Wells St. The Rep is bringing back this true story play about music legend Patsy Cline and her friendship with fan Louise Seger. Patsy is played by Kelley Faulkner and joining her is Tami Workentin in the role of Louise Seger. Milwaukee Repertory Theater, 108 E. Wells St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-224-9490. Subjects: Theater, Musicals [E-106605]

 Mark Twain's River of Song

Friday, March 23, 2018 through Sunday, May 20, 2018. 7:30 pm. Come take a ride on the Mississippi - guided by the voices of the men and women who lived and worked on the river, tied together with the observations and insights of the Mississippi's most famous traveler, Mark Twain. River of Song is a journey through America's Heartland and features traditional songs like "Dance Boatment Dance," and "Deep River Blues." Visit our website to purchase tickets. Milwaukee Repertory Theater (Stackner Cabaret), 108 East Wells Street, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-224-9490. Subjects: Theater [E-105995]

 42nd Street

Thursday, April 12, 2018 through Sunday, May 27, 2018. varies. The ultimate show-biz musical, 42nd Street is a celebration of Broadway. Aspiring chorus girl Peggy Sawyer comes to the big city and soon lands her first big job in the ensemble of a glitzy new Broadway show. But just before opening night, the leading lady breaks her ankle. With a score chock-full of Broadway hits, including "We're In the Money," "Lullaby of Broadway," "Shuffle Off to Buffalo" and "Forty-Second Street," this show is every musical lover's dream come true! Dinner Theatre packages $82.24; Youth packages $55.86. Fireside Dinner Theatre, 1131 Janesville Ave, Fort Atkinson, Jefferson County. Call 800-477-9505. Subjects: Theater, Musicals [E-106628]

 Beasts: Wild Animals in RAM's Collection

Sunday, February 18, 2018 through Sunday, June 10, 2018. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. The multi-media exhibition, Beasts: Wild Animals in RAM's Collection, takes a look at animals removed from daily life for most-creatures that are wild, dangerous, large, or less familiar. Adults - $5 Seniors 62+ / Students - $3 Under 12 - Free. Racine Art Museum, 441 Main Street, Racine, Racine County. Call 262-638-8300. Subjects: Art, Families, Museums [E-106689]

 Japanese Studio Craft at RAM

Sunday, February 18, 2018 through Sunday, June 10, 2018. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Focusing on how tradition can impact contemporary makers, Japanese Studio Craft at RAM is an exploration of small-scale craft-art jewelry, ceramics, baskets, fiber, glass, and wood-from artists with Japanese heritage. Adults - $5 Seniors 62+ / Students - $3 Under 12 - Free. Racine Art Museum, 441 Main Street, Racine, Racine County. Call 262-638-8300. Subjects: Art, Families, Museums [E-106690]

 Polymer Art: Recent Acquisitions

Sunday, January 28, 2018 through Sunday, June 24, 2018. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Polymer Art: Recent Acquisitions highlight works made with polymerâ€"commonly known by brand names like Fimo - or Sculpeyâ€"that has come into the collection since the major 2011 debut of the material at Racine Art Museum in Terra Nova: Polymer Art at the Crossroads. Adults - $5 Seniors 62+ / Students - $3 Under 12 - Free. Racine Art Museum, 441 Main Street, Racine, Racine County. Call 262-638-8300. Subjects: Art, Families, Museums [E-106688]

 rethought drawings

Friday, April 20, 2018 through Saturday, June 30, 2018. 4-6pm. Opening Reception at Tivoli is April 20th from 4-6pm. Robert attended Madison College in his 20s to pursue a degree in Commercial Art. During college, he found his passion for figure drawing and working with charcoal. In 2009, Robert drew his best friend in charcoal. His India ink drawings are a creative curvature study of light and shadows, while his unique approach to charcoal drawings is comprised of erasing the image from a paper that is covered in black charcoal. Free and open to the public!. Tivoli at Divine Savior, 2805 Hunters Trail, Portage, Columbia County. Call 608-742-5655. Subjects: Art, Galleries, Community [E-107084]

 Karen Johnson Boyd: From the Vault

Friday, August 4, 2017 through Friday, July 27, 2018. Karen Johnson Boyd was an advocate for and collector of art who had a strong affinity for contemporary American craft. This Windows on 5th installation pays homage to her role in establishing RAM's craft collection by featuring large-scale ceramic work that she donated to the museum over the years. With works presented as if being pulled from crates or out of storage, this exhibition offers a playful take on building a collection, honoring a donor, and managing works of art. Racine Art Museum, 441 Main Street, Racine, Racine County. Call 262-638-8300. Subjects: Art [E-105755]

 Pointers Volleyball Camps

Thursday, April 5, 2018 through Friday, August 3, 2018. Varies. We service campers of all ages who love to Learn with a growth mindset. We provide campers with a Personalized experience so that our campers can feel comfortable learning and growing. We want you to become part of the Pointers Volleyball mindset movement! Varies. Berg Gym, 2100 Main St, Stevens Point, Portage County. Call 507-317-6269. Subjects: Volleyball, Sports, Games [E-106965]

 NEW Motorama

Friday, March 23, 2018 through Tuesday, September 25, 2018. 3 pm, 10 am. Guest Appearances by Burt Ward original Robin of Batman, Ryan Evan from Counting Car. children-Kids car build, Saturday-Super Hero Day for the kids with prizes. Seminars and points of interest:The Brushworkz Charity Pinstripe Jam/ Performance Auto and Sound Magazine Tuner Battle Ground/ Metal shaping seminars. Friday night Best Burt Reynolds look alike $1000 prize,celebrating 40 years of Smokey and the Bandit. Two Bandit Trans Ams on display including a new 2017 Trans Am Depot Conversion. Adults $10 Youth 5-12 $6 under 5 free advance $12 Adults after 3/22/18. Shopko Hall/ Brown County Veterans Memorial Arena, 1901 S. Oneida Street, Green Bay, Brown County. Call 800-895-0071. Subjects: Cars, Families, Men [E-106840]

 Fresh Start: UW Health's Aneurysm, Stroke and Brain Injury Support Group

Thursday, January 18, 2018 through Thursday, October 18, 2018. 6:30-8:00 pm. The group remains open to all types of brain injury survivors, as we find patients have many things in common. Everyone comes to share experiences, talk about their own struggles and actions, and offer personal experience and understanding. This group has been wonderful for new members over the past year. It is great to see the support that members give to those who attend. free. UW Health, 1102 S. Park St, Burr Oak Cm. R, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-263-5442. Subjects: Health, Seniors [E-106682]

 Clark County Bloomin' Greenhouse Tour

Saturday, April 14, 2018 through Saturday, November 3, 2018. 8am-7pm. Clark County Economic Development Corporation & Tourism Bureau announces the Bloomin' Greenhouse Tour beginning mid-April through Fall. This self-guided tour directs visitors to Clark County's many unique and beautiful greenhouses. There is plenty for all - annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs, grasses, trees, shrubs, hostas, daylilies, mums, pumpkins, corn mazes, and so much more! For a brochure - 715-255-9100. Free. Clark County, Wisconsin, 301 N Main Street, PO Box 236, Loyal, Clark County. Call 715-255-9100. Subjects: Gardening [E-106968]

 Souvenir

Friday, September 8, 2017 through Monday, November 5, 2018. 7:30 pm. Eccentric Manhattan socialite Florence Foster Jenkins once declared, "people may say I can't sing, but no one ever said I didn't sing." And, oh, did she sing - often and loudly, but rarely on key. Her recitals brought her a legion of die-hard fans, and she capped her improbable career with a Carnegie Hall concert that famously sold out in two hours. Souvenir is a charming and hilarious musical comedy that reminds us that can achieve anything when you set your mind to it. Milwaukee Repertory Theater (Stackner Cabaret), 108 East Wells Street, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-224-9490. Subjects: Theater [E-105992]

 Getting To Zero One Person At A Time World AIDS Day

Tuesday, December 1, 2015 through Saturday, December 1, 2018. 9am til 3pm. YWCA FREE HIV/STI Testing Free Contraceptives Insurance Assistance & Enrollment Prevention Education Community Resources Giveaways FREE. YWCA, 1915 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Dr, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-269-8282. Subjects: Health [E-102947]

 Bird Watching Hot Spot - Pleasant Valley Park, Milwaukee River

Monday, September 4, 2017 through Monday, September 30, 2019. 4:00 am - 10:00 pm. Pleasant Valley Park is on the West side of the Milwaukee River 10 minuets from downtown in the Riverwest neighborhood. Exceptional variety of birds and wildlife in a protected environmental corridor and flyway. Warblers, crane, blue bunting, orioel, owls,king fisher, herons,raptors,diving and dabbling ducks and other shore birds. Wildlife and plants include jack-in-the-pulpit, foxes, rusty patched bumble bee, mushrooms, fresh water clams and much more. Free!. Access: Pleasant Velley Park, 1229 E Concordia Ave Lat: 43.078678; Lon: -87.893450, 1229 E Concordia Ave, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Subjects: Birding, Walking, Wildlife [E-106345]

 Senior Beat: Diane Hesselbein

Monday, May 15, 2017 through Thursday, May 15, 2031. Our May guest is Diane Hesselbein, Assembly District 79 Representative, and her main topic will be the state budget. Representative Hesselbein is sensitive to the needs of senior citizens. She serves on the Committee on Veterans and Military Affairs, and is Vice-Chair for the Speaker's Task Force on Alzheimer's and Dementia. Watch Senior Beat all month: Tuesdays at 12:30pm, Wednesdays at 4:30pm, Fridays at 12:00pm, and Sundays at 4:30pm on Madison City Channel. Free. Madison Senior Center, 330 W Mifflin, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-266-6581. Subjects: Education, Seniors [E-105880]

 Third Annual Twin Triathlon

Saturday, August 26, 2017 through Tuesday, August 26, 2081. 8 am - 12 pm. 8 am registration; 9 am start; Noon Awards! Fun event is unique in the Northwoods-8K paddle on North Twin Lake, followed by a 16K bike ride, then a 5K run. Individual ($35), a family or a team ($90). Do one leg, or all three! Beautiful route, healthy fun for the whole family! Registration is encouraged; Participants who register after 8/5/2017 are not guaranteed an event t-shirt. It's fun and a unique event to cap out the summer! Info: Phelps Chamber of Commerce. $35. Phelps, 2429 Highway 17 North, Phelps, Vilas County. Call 715-545-3800. Subjects: Kayaking, Bicycling, Triathlon [E-106239]