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October 2008 - Posts

What's Happening: October 27 to November 3

By Aimee McGeen
Monday, Oct 27 2008, 09:54 AM

10/28/2008
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-- 2:30pm- 6:30pm – www.downtownwaukesha.com

10/28/2008
Fall Collaboration Concert
The combined voices of the Carroll College Choir and the Childrens Choir of Waukesha join the Choral Union to present Joseph Hayden's Miss Brevis and John Rutter's Mass of the Children.  An event not to be missed! Carroll College-- 3:00pm -- www.choralunion.org

10/29/2008- 11/01/2008
Wisconsin Feargrounds
First there was Morgan Manor, the multiple-award-winning haunted house in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Morgana's curse refused to be confined to one house and spread from Morgan Manor to create Morgana's Torment, an all-new attraction, in 2007. Now things are getting freaky with the 2008 addition of Freaky's Funhouse! Waukesha County EXPO-- www.nightmares4u.com -- 262-896-8490

10/31/2008
Live Mystery Clue Game & Trick or Treating
Enjoy an evening throughout Historic Downtown Waukesha to play a live version of "Clue” also enjoy Trick or Treating at participating merchants. Historic Downtown Waukesha-- 6pm- 8pm -- www.cuddles2u.com -- 262-544-1522

10/31/2008
Raku Night
One night dedicated to the exiting process of Raku firing pottery.  You will be able to pick out a piece to glaze and fire from a selection of ready-made pottery vessels.  The cost varies by the piece of work you choose.  Average cost is $35. The Potters Shop, Historic Downtown Waukesha-- 6:00pm to 8:00pm -- www.clayartguild.com -- 262-547-1920

11/01/2008
Passion for Jewelry
Jewelry artists galore will show you how to adorn your body with beautiful hand made jewelry of quality. River's End Gallery-- 4pm-6pm -- www.riversendgallery.com -- 262-896-8875

11/01/2008- 11/02/2008

St. Williams Christian Women Craft Fair
21st annual fair with the finest of Midwest's handcrafted items  St. Williams Parish, Waukesha--  --  -- 262-549-1363


As The Weather Cools Down...

Take The Fun Indoors...

Visit A Touch of Glaze, 721 Meadowbrook Rd., Waukesha for a time of memories and a keepsake!  Parties, families and friends can enjoy time together being creative.  Select a piece of raw pottery (price ranges from $3 to $60) and begin painting.  If painting isn't a skill, there are plenty of stencils, templates and idea books to begin. Place pottery on the shelf for final glazing and firing.  You'll receive a phone call when your piece is completed. Open Tuesday- Saturday 10am- 9pm; Sunday noon to 6pm. Closed on Mondays.  Check out their webpage at www.atouchofglaze.com or call 262-524-0231


 

What's Happening: October 20 to October 27

By Aimee McGeen
Monday, Oct 20 2008, 11:05 AM

10/21/2008
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-- 2:30pm- 6:30pm – www.downtownwaukesha.com or 262-549-6154

10/23/2008
"Tea With Daisy"
A 1920's 'high tea' at the new Spring House Tea Room, 913 Clinton St.,  Ticket event with limited seating ($20). Call 262-522-3605 (The Steaming Cup) for information. A part of the BIG READ initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services and Arts Midwest.  For more information visit www.waukeshareads.org

10/23/2008- 10/26/2008

Wisconsin Feargrounds
First there was Morgan Manor, the multiple-award-winning haunted house in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Morgana's curse refused to be confined to one house and spread from Morgan Manor to create Morgana's Torment, an all-new attraction, in 2007. Now things are getting freaky with the 2008 addition of Freaky's Funhouse! Waukesha County EXPO-- www.nightmares4u.com -- 262-896-8490

10/23/2008
CMH Haunted House
All proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity and the school rectory renovation project.  This haunt is not recommended for children under 11 years old.  Located at Catholic Memorial High School-- Admission: $5 per person-- 7:00pm- 9:00pm.

10/24/2008
Spooka Minooka
Halloween event specially brewed for 6 to 12 year olds.  $10 a carload includes crafts, cookie decorating, spooky campfire stories and a nature hike.  $4.00 for the haunted barn and $4.00 for a haunted horse drawn wagon ride (limited space available). Event runs from 5:30pm - 9:00pm.  For more information visit www.waukeshacountyparks.com.

10/24/2008
CMH Haunted House
All proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity and the school rectory renovation project.  This haunt is not recommended for children under 11 years old.  Located at Catholic Memorial High School-- Admission: $5 per person-- 7:00pm- 11:00pm.

10/24/2008- 11/01/2008
Dracula Dinner Theater
Count Dracula comes to life during evening dinner theater performances set amidst the shadowy night backdrop of our historic buildings.  Dress for the weather so you can help find the vampire's outdoor lair.  Reservations required.  Old World Wisconsin-- 6:00pm-9:00pm -- www.oldworldwisconsin.org --

10/25/2008
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 or 262-549-6154

10/25/2008
CMH Haunted House
All proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity and the school rectory renovation project.  This haunt is not recommended for children under 11 years old.  Located at Catholic Memorial High School-- Admission: $5 per person-- 7:00pm- 11:00pm.


10/25/2008
Hallowe'en-- Traditions & Superstitions
Take a haunted hayride, listen to not-so-scary stories, travel through the creepy maze and other spooky surprises. Event geared towards children 13 and younger. Old World Wisconsin, Eagle-- 10:00am - 5:00pm -- www.wisconsinhistory.org/oww -- 262-594-6300

10/26/2008
Safe Halloween Party
Waukesha County EXPO--  -- www.waukeshacountyexpo.com -- 262-896-8490

Waukesha County Approaching Autumn Peak Color…
Visit one of the top viewing locations in Waukesha’s backyard: Holy Hill!
“More than 500,000 people from all over the world visit the Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Help of Christians, at Holy Hill each year. Some come to admire the beautiful architecture of the neo-Romanesque church built in 1926. Others make a pilgrimage to Holy Hill to worship, to meditate or to pray for healing. Regardless of what brings people to Holy Hill, they are bound to be touched by its peaceful environment and to be renewed in body, mind and spirit.”

1525 Carmel Road
Hubertus, Wisconsin 53033
(262)628-1838
www.holyhill.com



 

What's Happening: October 13 to October 20

By Aimee McGeen
Monday, Oct 13 2008, 10:49 AM

  10/14/2008
Imperial Elegance
Waukesha Symphony begins their winter season with Rachmaninov's grandest concerto, the massive and spine-tingling "Rach 3," the subject of the movie Shine. The gifted young American pianist Andrew Armstrong, making a fine reputation these days with the Russian romantics, will meet the work's infamous challenges with aplomb. Our first half is a bouquet of gems from the late 19th century, from Dvorak's beloved Carnival to the riotous Till Eulenspiegel's Merry Pranks of the young, rebellious Richard Strauss.  Carroll University, Shattuck Auditorium-- 7:30 -- www.waukeshasymphony.org -- 262-547-1858

10/14/2008
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-- 2:30pm- 6:30pm -- www.downtownwaukesha.com or 262-549-6154

10/15/2008
The Great Gatsby Book Discussion
In celebration of the Big Read Waukesha, a special book discussion at the Waukesha Public Library, 321 Wisconsin Ave. Waukesha Public Library-- 7:00pm – www.waukeshareads.org

10/16/2008- 11/30/2008
"Earthly Delights" Natural Beauty in Photographs
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, 10-4Sat,12-4 Sun -- www.almontgallery.org -- 262-542-1522

10/17/2008- 10/19/2008
Wisconsin Feargrounds
First there was Morgan Manor, the multiple-award-winning haunted house in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Morgana's curse refused to be confined to one house and spread from Morgan Manor to create Morgana's Torment, an all-new attraction, in 2007. Now things are getting freaky with the 2008 addition of Freaky's Funhouse! Waukesha County EXPO-- www.nightmares4u.com -- 262-896-8490

10/18/2008
The Great Gatsby Costume Party and Open House
In celebration of the Big Read Waukesha, live jazz music, costumes and book giveaway will be hosted by Caribou Coffee (near Grandview and Silvernail) Caribou Coffee-- 10:30am- 1:30pm -- www.waukeshareads.org --

10/18/2008
"American Dreaming: The Influence of Scott Fitzgerald"
In celebration of the Big Read Waukesha, the Waukesha Freeman and Waukesha Public Library are hosting this great event.  Film critic Steve Snyder discusses Fitzgerald's impact on our country's 'American Dream.' Waukesha Public Library-- 1:30pm – www.waukeshareads.org

10/18/2008
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 or 262-549-6154

10/19/2008
"Let's Get Acquainted" Open House
Tour the Inn and learn about the Elmbrook Historical Society! Dousman Stagecoach Inn, Brookfield-- 1pm- 4pm -- www.egwc.org -- 262-782-4057

Enjoy Autumn...
Waukesha County Park System offers the perfect setting for enjoying autumn.  From recreational opportunities of hiking, biking and golfing to the various educational programs, there is something for every one of all ages to enjoy!
  Stay tuned for Spooka Minooka at Minooka Park on October 24th specially targeted for 6-12 year olds.  Only $10 a car load! for more information visit their website at www.waukeshacountyparks.com


 

What's Happening: October 6 to October 13

By Aimee McGeen
Monday, Oct 6 2008, 10:59 AM

10/07/2008

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-- 2:30pm- 6:30pm –www.downtownwaukesha.com or 262-549-6154

10/10/2008- 10/11/2008
Wisconsin Feargrounds
First there was Morgan Manor, the multiple-award-winning haunted house in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Morgana's curse refused to be confined to one house and spread from Morgan Manor to create Morgana's Torment, an all-new attraction, in 2007. Now things are getting freaky with the 2008 addition of Freaky's Funhouse! Waukesha County EXPO--  -- www.nightmares4u.com -- 262-896-8490

10/11/2008

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

10/11/2008
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 or 262-549-6154

10/11/2008- 10/12/2008
BODI'S Unique Gifts, Antiques and Collectibles Show
Waukesha County EXPO--  -- www.waukeshacountyexpo.com -- 262-896-8490

10/11/2008- 10/19/2008
Autumn on the Farms
Take part in the annual ritual of autumn just as our rural ancestors did in preparing for the arrival of winter long ago.  Old World Wisconsin-- 10:00am-5:00pm -- www.oldworldwisconsin.org -- 262-594-6300

Enjoy Autumn...
Waukesha County Park System offers the perfect setting for enjoying autumn.  From recreational opportunities of hiking, biking and golfing to the various educational programs, there is something for every one of all ages to enjoy!
  Stay tuned for Spooka Minooka at Minooka Park on October 24th specially targeted for 6-12 year olds.  Only $10 a car load! for more information visit their website at www.waukeshacountyparks.com


 
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