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April 2008 - Posts

What's Happening: April 28 to May 5

By Aimee McGeen
Monday, Apr 28 2008, 11:55 AM

 

05/02/2008
Prairie Hill Waldorf School Strings & Choral Performance
Experience the musical talents of Prairie Hill Waldorf School's middle school students, and see how valuable these areas are to the full development of children.  es, and time periods will be represented. Prairie Hill Waldorf School-- 7:00pm – www.prairiehillwaldorf.org—262-646-7497

05/02/2008- 05/18/2008
Over The Tavern
Hilarious and unforgettable, this audience favorite takes you back to America's Eisenhower years. All hell breaks looks when Rudy, a wise-cracking kid from a good Catholic family, announces to the ruler-wielding Sister Clarissa that instead of being confirmed he's rather "shop around for a more fun religion." Waukesha Civic Theatre--  www.waukeshacivictheatre.org-- 262-547-0708

05/03/2008
Secret Garden
During the Waukesha Art Crawl 5 artists highlight the beauty of the garden. River's End Gallery-- 4:00pm-10:00pm -- www.riversendgallery.com -- 262-896-8875

05/03/2008
Mother of All Art Crawls
Over 18 Artists Galleries and Studios open their doors and invite all to enjoy fine art and fine crafts, live music and refreshments.  Historic Downtown Waukesha-- 4-10pm -www.redhotartspot.com -- 262-893-9227

05/04/2008
Mozart's Requiem
Two wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's most popular creations, his Requiem Mass and his motet, Ave Verum are offered to continue the celebration of Mozart's 250th birthday.  A must for Mozart fans of all ages! St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Historic Downtown Waukesha-- 3:00pm -- www.choralunion.org -- 414-297-9310

05/05/2008
Cinco De Mayo
Cinco de Mayo celebrates the victory of the Mexicans over the French in the Battle of Puebla in 1862. It is primarily a regional holiday celebrated in the Mexican city of Puebla and throughout the state of Puebla. However, it is also celebrated in other parts of the country and in U.S. cities with a significant Mexican population. Corporate table purchases are available as well as individual ticket purchases. The event takes place in La Casa’s Col. Agustin A. and Gloria A. Ramirez Multipurpose Room. La Casa has a variety of sponsorship packages available from presenting sponsor to donations of raffle items. La Casa Community Center -- www.lacasadeesperanza.org -- 262-547-0887     

Ongoing and Registration Required Events:


05/03/2008
RiverWalk for Breast Cancer
The RiverWalk for Breast Cancer is an annual fundraising event to support breast cancer research, high risk/genetics programming, supportive services for breast cancer patients, and the acquisition of new technologies for the early detection and treatment of breast cancer.  For more information, please visit www.waukeshariverwalk.org Frame Park, Historic Downtown Waukesha-- Registration: 8am; Start: 10am – www.waukeshariverwalk.org or 262-544-2745

05/03/2008

Early Morning Bird Walk Sponsored by Becker Law Office, S.C.
Flock together with fellow bird lovers and expert ornithologists to search for the 60 species that roost and nest at OWW.  Compare sightings over a continental breakfast. Reservations Required. -- 6:00am-9:00am -- www.oldworldwisconsin.org -- 262-594-2922

05/06/2008 through 11/15/2008

Ten Chimneys Estate Tours
Ten Chimneys offers guests a virtually barrier-free tour of an estate replete with original furnishings and overflowing with the romance of the Golden Age of Theatre.  Guests are placed in small groups and are led through the estate by highly-trained docents who share stories that interpret not only the objects and décor of the estate, but also the lives and values of its remarkable creators, Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne. Ten Chimneys Estate-- 10:00am- 2:45pm; tours have the potential to leave every 15 minutes; reservations are required. www.tenchimneys.org or 262-968-4110


 

What's Happening: April 21 to April 28

By Aimee McGeen
Monday, Apr 21 2008, 10:09 AM

04/25/2008
Waukesha Area Symphonic Band Spring Concert
The Waukesha Area Symphonic Band is a community band in its 31st season of enriching the community's cultural life through performances of outstanding wind music at the highest artistic level.  Carroll College-- 7:30pm -- www.wasband.org -- 262-370-6129

04/25/2008- 04/27/2008
Cuddles Webkinz ExtravaGANZa
A day of sun for Webkinz Fans includes Games, Make it/Take it, Prizes, In Store Specials, Plus More! Free Webkinz with Purchase, See store for details Cuddles, Historic Downtown Waukesha--www.waukeshadowntown.com/cuddles-- 262-544-1525

04/26/2008 *CANCELED* Moved to May 10th
Kiwanis River Run
Annual canoe and kayak race 6 miles down the Pewaukee River to Frame Park in Waukesha. Hammel Machine Products-- Reg. 6:30 am to 10:30 am - race start 8:00 am – 262-691-2700

04/26/2008

Carroll College Wind Symphony
Student orchestra performance. Carroll College-- 8 p.m. -- www.cc.edu -- 262-524-7182 or 262-524-7633 for tickets

04/27/2008
Carroll College Concert Choir and Carroll College Vocal
Combined student vocal performance. Carroll College-- 4 p.m. -- www.cc.edu -- 262-524-7182 or 262-524-7633 for tickets

 


 

What's Happening: April 14 to April 21

By Aimee McGeen
Monday, Apr 14 2008, 12:14 PM

04/15/2008- 05/30/2008
"Groovin" Cool Compositions

Almont Gallery features its exhibition pieces in our vast gallery windows. Over 15 artists create a wide variety of fine art and fine crafts, including one-of-a-kind gift ideas and wearable art.  Almont Gallery, Historic Downtown Waukesha-- 10-6 M-Th 10-8 Fri, 10-4 Sat, 12-4 Sun -- www.almontgallery.org -- 262-542-1522

04/18/2008- 04/20/2008
Bob & Rocco Gun Show

Waukesha County EXPO--  -- www.waukeshacountyexpo.com -- 262-896-8490

04/20/2008
Milwaukee Miniature Motors

All new- 26th Annual event held at the Waukesha County Expo Center, see our website for more information! Waukesha County Expo Center-- 10:00am- 2:00pm - www.milwaukeeminiaturemotors.com -- 262-646-4114

04/20/2008
Carroll College Women's Ensemble

Female student vocal concert performance. Carroll College-- 4 p.m. -- www.cc.edu – 262-524-7182


 

What's Happening: April 7 to April 14

By Aimee McGeen
Monday, Apr 7 2008, 10:37 AM

04/08/2008

  •       Back by Popular Demand: Dufour and the '80s

Chicago Symphony Orchestra Principal Flute Mathieu Dufour performs a Mozart Flute Concerto with the WSO.  Also featured are two Haydn Symphonies in the intimate Gothic-inspired chapel of St. John's Academy. St. John's NW Military Academy-- 2:00 pm -- www.waukeshasymphony.org -- 262-547-1858

 04/11/2008

  • Carroll College Jazz Ensemble

Jazz concert performed by Carroll students. Carroll College-- 7:30 p.m. -- www.cc.edu -- 262-524-7182 or 262-524-7633 for tickets

 

04/12/2008

  • Waukesha Old Car Club Soc Hop

The Waukesha Old Car Club is hosting their 27th annual Soc Hop and Center Courts Sports Complex in Waukesha. For more information contact the club president, Tom Garibaldi at 262-547-5212. Waukesha Old Car Club- Soc Hop-- 6:00pm- 11:00pm --www.waukeshaoldcarclub.com --

04/11/2008- 04/20/2008

  • “Lend Me a Tenor" by the Carroll Players

World-famous tenor Tito Morelli is missing before the Cleveland Grand Opera Company gala, but the show must go on! Carroll College-- 7:30pm -- www.cc.edu -- 262-951-3121


04/12/2008- 04/13/2008

  • BODI'S Unique Gifts, Antiques and Collectibles Show

Waukesha County EXPO--  -- www.waukeshacounty.gov -- 262-896-8490

 


 

What's Happening: April 2 to April 7

By Aimee McGeen
Wednesday, Apr 2 2008, 02:01 PM

04/04/2008- 04/20/2008

  •      Disney's Beauty & the Beast

This mysterious and romantic "tale as old as time" is a story of Belle, a wild beast and the extraordinary love that transforms them both.One of the most popular and awarded musicals in Broadway history, this incredible show will enchant you with its magic and remind you of love's power. Waukesha Civic Theatre-- 8pm -- www.waukeshacivictheatre.org-- 262-547-0708

04/05/2008

  •      The Merling Trio

A Dorothy Goff Frisch Concert of professional music. Carroll College-- 7:30 p.m. -- www.cc.edu -- 262-524-7182

04/05/2008

  •       Abstracts Sizzle

The new abstract brings form and structure and warms the soul. Six artist's works are shown. River's End Gallery-- 4:00pm-6:00pm -- www.riversendgallery.com -- 262-896-8875
   

04/06/2008 & 04/08/2008

  •       Back by Popular Demand: Dufour and the '80s

Chicago Symphony Orchestra Principal Flute Mathieu Dufour performs a Mozart Flute Concerto with the WSO.  Also featured are two Haydn Symphonies in the intimate Gothic-inspired chapel of St. John's Academy. St. John's NW Military Academy-- 2:00 pm -- www.waukeshasymphony.org -- 262-547-1858


 
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