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Kenozia: Winter Issue Release Party!
2026-01-23 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
Join us for the release of issue #3 of “Kenozia”, i.e., the Winter edition. Since this is the first release party for “Kenozia”, we will be celebrating with all the artists, photographers, and writers from the previous issues as well! The event will include live music, panels, snacks, and raffle prizes! Don’t miss out on celebrating this local gem.
You can purchase your copy of issue 3 during the release party and pick up the first two issues if you haven’t had a chance to discover this new local art and literary zine!
This event is free, but registration is required. Get all the details and RSVP here: https://blue-house-books.com/events/4071520260123
Run of Show:
6 p.m. Event kicks off with music by Violet Wilder! Drinks and snacks will also be available.
6:30 p.m. Writers Panel with Greta Kelly, Dani Koziol, and Brighton Walsh. Each author will read their flash fiction story and discuss their writing process for writing flash fiction versus traditional stories.
7:15 p.m. Artist Panel with Marc Travanti, Margaret Clark, and Shelby Nesmith. Each artist will discuss their creating process and finding their own style of art.
7:45 p.m. Photographers Panel with Nicolas Campos, Victoria Rodriguez, Steve Rodriguez, and Jonny Servais. Each photographer will discuss their favorite medium to use and how they create cohesive bodies of work.
8:15 p.m. mingling and shopping
About KENOZIA:
“Kenozia” is a print-only, quarterly zine showcasing the work of local Kenosha artists, photographers, and writers. The first issue debuted in July 2025, created by Sarah Opatz.
About ISSUE #3 (WINTER 2026):
The winter issue features digital dreamlike photography by Jonny Servais; a two-part Gallery Spotlight on Outpost Gallery and AP3; a charming romance flash fiction by indie author Brighton Walsh; a posthumous Artist Spotlight on the renowned painter and professor, Dennis Bayuzick; a Local Music Spotlight on the harmonious indie band, Violet Wilder; and a new addition called Guess Who by Paul Merklein.
About ISSUE #2 (FALL/HALLOWEEN 2025):
This issue is a twofer! One side is the fall edition that features paintings by the accomplished Margaret Clark; an artist spotlight on UW-Parkside professor and ceramicist Lisa Marie Barber, written by Marc Travanti; a local music venue piece on The White Lilac, written by Jeff Moody; a gallery spotlight on The Lemon Street Gallery; and last, but certainly not least, striking analog photos by the talented photographer Steve Rodriguez.
Flip the zine over and you will find the Halloween edition. This edition features works by the talented FX artist/mask maker Paul Hoepner; a filmmaker spotlight on screenwriter/director Danny Villanueva Jr. talking about his new feature-length horror film, What Happened to Dorothy Bell?; eerie flash fiction pieces by our very own marketing manager Dani Koziol and local author Meg Bonney; unique artwork by printmaker Shelby Nesmith; and a community spotlight on the Port of Fear Film Festival.
About ISSUE #1 (SUMMER 2025):
In this issue, we are proud to feature two talented photographers, Victoria Rodriguez and Nicolas Campos, an artist spotlight on the distinguished Marc Travanti, an enchanting flash fiction piece by published author Greta Kelly, and a gallery spotlight on the historical Anderson Art Center.

LIVE MUSIC AT UNION PARK TAVERN
2026-01-23 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-01-24 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-01-29 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-01-30 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-01-31 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-02-05 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-02-06 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-02-07 20:00 - 22:00 and 18 more dates | Union Park Tavern, 4520 8th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Union park Tavern – June
Thursday, June 5 5pm Cocktail Stunde’s (German Pop) is back! followed by OPEN MIC with host Pat Garrett at 8:30pm. All skills welcomed!
Friday, June 6 🚨🚨DOUBLE HEADER ALERT!
6-9pm in the Biergarten YVES Francois et Rocambu Jazz (Nola Street Jazz)
9pm First Friday Open Mic With Sipos & Young! (All Skills & Talents Welcomed)
Saturday, June 7 – 8pm Frank Falduto and his Patio Daddios (Blues)
Thursday, June 12 – Rhythm Dogs Blues Jam 8pm
Friday, June 13 – 9pm Would You Kindly? (Indie Rock)
Saturday, June 14 6-9pm in the Biergarten – Pat Garrett & the Good Ol Boys. Special Guest Makenzie Knight (Outlaw Country)
Thursday, June 19 Rhythm Dogs Blues Jam 8pm
Friday, June 20 🚨🚨DOUBLE HEADER ALERT!
6-9pm in the Biergarten The Westerlees (Western Swing). 9pm The Eric Algie Duo (EcoLimes funk)
Saturday, June 21- 7pm Chicago/Kenosha Metro Irish Folk Jam
Thursday, June 26 Rhythm Dogs Blues Jam 8pm
Friday, June 27 🚨🚨DOUBLE HEADER ALERT!
6-9pm in the Biergarten The Fugitives (Americana). 9pm Solo Artist Mitch Downey (Classic Rock)
Saturday, June 28 – 6-9pm in the Biergarten Peacetree Allstars (Americana)
Thursday, July 3 Rhythm Dogs Blues Jam 8pm
Friday, July 4 – 9pm First Friday Open Mic With Sipos & Young! (All Skills & Talents Welcomed)
Saturday, July 5 – Stolen Moments (Indie) Little Couch Band (Folk Punk)

Snow Daze
2026-01-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Veterans Memorial Park, 5220 Sixth Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Snow Daze 2026Saturday, January 24, 2026 | 1–3 PMVeterans Memorial Park (5220 Sixth Ave) & throughout Downtown Kenosha
Downtown Kenosha transforms into a winter wonderland during the 12th annual Snow Daze Festival! Enjoy live ice sculpting demonstrations by Art Below Zero beginning at 1 PM, family-friendly music with DJs, and toasty s’mores by the fire pits (while supplies last).
Stroll through downtown to see unique ice sculptures in front of local businesses, shop exclusive specials, and experience the charm of winter by the lake!
Additional fun:Free ice skating at Veterans Memorial Park (10 AM–9 PM)Two holiday-decorated streetcars will be running for free from 10:35 AM–6:15 PMFree parking downtown, including the City garage at 8th Ave & 56th St.
Presented by Visit Kenosha, the City of Kenosha, and the Lakeshore Business Improvement District.
Ice sculpture locations and designs coming soon!
*Information is subject to change.

First Tuesday Open Mic at 58 Below
2026-02-03 08:00 - 23:00, 2026-03-03 08:00 - 23:00 | 58 Below, 504 58th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Hey you: your first Tuesday open mic nights are shifting over to your favorite underground bar in downtown Kenosha – 58 Below! I’ll have a full drum kit on stage & PA system! (Yes we can plug in your “aux” for tracks!)
8-11 pm we will be downstairs flooding the stage with all the groovy sounds you don’t wanna miss out on! I’ll play drums for you if you want it! I also play the trumpet if you want a jam! 3 songs or 15 minutes per performer! Grab a drink or some food from the bar while you enjoy!
