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-- TBD -- www.lacasadeesperanza.org -- 262-547-0887
05/06/2008-
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 strongly
suggested. www.tenchimneys.org or 262-986-4110
05/08/2008-
05/11/2008
Eagle
Business Association Community Rummage
Come
and enjoy this town and village wide rummage sale! Town and Village of Eagle-- 8am-
5pm -- www.eaglebusinessassn.org -- 262-594-3914
05/10/2008
Every
Saturday: Waukesha Farmers' Market
In
Historic Downtown Waukesha, on Riverfront
Plaza. Fresh, locally-grown vegetables, fruits and
plants are available for sale.
Locally-made baked goods, cheeses and craft items are also offered. Historic Downtown Waukesha-- 7am- 12pm -- www.downtownwaukesha.com
05/10/2008
Walk to
Cure Crohn's and Colitis
Take
Steps for Crohn's and Colitis is the nation's largest event dedicated to
finding cures for digestive diseases.
Participants raise money for crucial research, bringing us closer to a
future free from Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Frame Park,
Historic Downtown Waukesha-- begins at 4:00pm, walk is at 6:45pm --
www.cctakesteps.org -- 877-586-5588
05/10/2008
Kiwanis River Run
Annual canoe and kayak race 6 miles down the Pewaukee River to Frame Park in Waukesha. 262-691-2700 *Moved from April 26* Registration at 6:30am, race begins at 8:00am --262-691-2700
05/11/2008
Mother's
Day Buffet
Treat Mom
to a scrumptious buffet at the Clausing Barn Restaurant. Moms who dine with us receive free admission
to the museum and a complimentary glass of champagne. Museum hours noon to 5
p.m. Reservations Required. --
9:00am-2:00pm – www.oldworldwisconsin.org
or 262-594-2922
05/12/2008
Play
Reading: Arms and the Man
In
partnership with The Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s Intern Company, Ten Chimneys
Foundation presents Play Readings at Ten Chimneys. In the tradition of the bygone "golden
age of radio," this engaging series allows audiences to see and hear the
next generation of professional actors recreate the plays related to the
"golden couple of Broadway." Written by George Bernard Shaw, Arms and
the Man confirmed the Lunts' status as outstanding comedic performers. Lunt Fontanne
Program Center,
UW Waukesha- www.tenchimneys.org or
262-968-4110
05/12/2008
Conversations
at Ten Chimneys: The Letters of Noel Coward
To
celebrate the launch of a new tour season, an ensemble of Milwaukee’s most respected actors will
perform a two-act reading of THE LETTERS OF NOËL COWARD. Written by Barry Day, this piece created
specifically for Ten Chimneys will bring to life revealing letters both to and
from the incomparable Noel Coward; highlighting many profound personalities of
the time, as well as Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne. Lunt Fontanne
Program Center
-- 7pm-10pm -- www.tenchimneys.org -- 262-968-4110
