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Peacetree Music Festival at Pennoyer Park
2024-08-02 15:00 - 23:00, 2024-08-03 15:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | Pennoyer Park, 3601 7th Ave, Kenosha, 53140, United States
Peacetree Music Festival will be August 2nd and 3rd on the beautiful shore of Lake Michigan. Come on out and join us for some good times, live music and vending. All profits from beverage sales will go to the KAC.Presale tickets for Peacetree Music Festival are available at Union Park Tavern, The Coffee Pot and Peacetree Original! Presale cost is $15 per day, and they will be $20 at the gate. We are looking forward to a wonderful weekend!
Lineup:Friday August 2nd3:30-4:30 Rusty Horse4:35-5:35 Spirit Shakers5:40-6:40 Mountains on the Moon6:45-7:55 Zoofunkyou8:00-9:20 Sean McKee Band9:30-11:00 Airshow
Saturday – August 3rd1:00-2:00 Empty Bottle Boys and One Shot Jane2:05-3:05 The Pistachio Brothers3:10-4:10 Russell Thomas Group4:15-5:25 Gozortenplat5:30-6:40 Rust Belt6:45-7:55 Bodhicitta8:00-9:20 Spare Change Trio9:30-11:00 Peacetree Allstars

Beach House Bonfire Night
2024-08-02 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-08-09 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-08-16 18:30 - 21:30 | The Beach House at Simmons Island, 5001 Simmons Island Road, Kenosha, 53140, United States
Join us for a cozy night on Simmons Island Beach as we gather around the fire each Friday night in June…the s’more the merrier! Smaller campfires and a big bonfire will begin at 6:30 in front of the Kenosha Beach House, as well as one campfire in our beer garden. Drinks and food including s’more kits will be for sale.

Comedy Shows at Kenosha Comedy Club
2024-08-02 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-08-03 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-08-09 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-08-10 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-08-16 20:00 - 21:30 | Wyndham Garden Hotel, 5125 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States
Every Friday and Saturday the Kenosha Comedy Club presents a hilarious 90-minute show that includes a feature act plus a national or regional headliner. No drink minimum! Visit the listed website for newly announced acts.
Lineup:

Greg Schwem: March 22 & 23 at 8PM
Kathleen Dunbar: March 29 & 30 at 8PM
Andy Beningo: April 5 & 6 at 8PM
Michele Traina Divorce Diaries: April 11 & 12 at 8PM
Mr. Showtime: April 12 & 13 at 8PM
Rich Guzzi: April 19th & 20th at 8PM
Chris Barnes: April 26th & 27th at 8PM
Fred Rubino: May 3rd & 4th at 8PM
Daryl Felsberg: May 10th & 11th *PM

For the full schedule, check the listed website and Facebook page.
Presented by Happenings Magazine. Located inside the Wyndham Garden – Kenosha Harborside hotel on the lakefront in Downtown Kenosha.

Meet & Greet with Juneau Black
2024-08-03 11:00 - 14:00
Everyone’s favorite sleuth, Vera Vixen, is back!
Juneau Black is back again with more Shady Hollow Mysteries! Jocelyn Cole and Sharon Nagel will be at Blue House Books on Saturday, August 3rd, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop in to grab a copy of their new book, “Summers End”, and meet the iconic duo.

ABOUT THE BOOK
A unique take on dark academia, featuring everyone’s favorite vulpine sleuth, Vera Vixen.
It’s late August in Shady Hollow, and intrepid reporter Vera Vixen agrees to chaperone the school’s annual field trip to Summers End, an ancient tomb built by an early woodland culture. Naturally, her good friend Lenore Lee comes along to help her.
But when the group enters the tomb one morning, they find a corpse that is distinctly more. . . modern than expected. Digging deeper, Vera and Lenore discover that the deceased was involved in the recent excavation at the site, and very unpopular with their colleagues—including Lenore’s sister, Ligeia. Now the fox and raven must delve into the dark world of academia and archaeology to clear Ligeia’s name. Some creature at Summers End thought they were clever enough to get away with the perfect murder. Can Vera and Lenore unearth the truth in time?

ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Juneau Black is the pen name of authors Jocelyn Cole and Sharon Nagel. They share a love of excellent bookshops, fine cheeses, and good murders (in fictional form only). Though they are two separate people, if you ask either of them a question about their childhood, you are likely to get the same answer. This is a little unnerving for any number of reasons.

Bingo at 58 Below
2024-08-04 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-08-11 14:00 - 16:00 | 58 Below, 504 58th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
#GETDOWNHERE Bingo is back baby! First card is free. Each additional card is $5. There will also be other games that you will be able to buy into.

Open Mic Night w/ Spirit Shakers at 58 Below
2024-08-05 20:00 - 23:00, 2024-08-12 20:00 - 23:00 | 58 Below, 504 58th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Every Monday night 7-10pm open mic with the Spirit Shakers. Everyone is welcome! Monday night special buy 2 drinks and get the 3rd half off.

Pat Byrne at The White Lilac
2024-08-07 20:00 - 21:30 | The White Lilac, 5029 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Irish singer-songwriter Pat Byrne, now based in Austin, Texas, seamlessly merges the poetic depth of Bob Dylan, the rock-n-roll storytelling of Bruce Springsteen, and the activism of Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger. Praised for his poignant lyrics and raspy voice, Byrne has been compared to contemporary Americana artists and lauded for his compelling musical storytelling. His album “Into The Light,” recorded at Nashville’s Sound Emporium studio, showcases a range of emotional lyrics and dynamic vocals across various tracks, receiving acclaim as one of Austin’s finest recent singer-songwriter albums. Byrne continued his momentum with releases like “Only a Man” and “Until it Isn’t” in 2022, further solidifying his reputation with tracks that resonate with themes of love, loss, and the everyday struggles of a working musician. His work is supported by seasoned musicians, including members of Emmylou Harris’s band, and has attracted significant attention for its earnest and rootsy appeal, melding Irish and Texan musical influences.

Xtreme Bar Bingo at The Boathouse Pub & Eatery
2024-08-07 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-08-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Boathouse Pub & Eatery, 4917 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
The Grandest Bingo Bounty on the seven seas – Xtreme Bar Bingo! Every Wednesday, from 8-10PM, set sail for an evening of salty fun and epic prizes! Nine thrilling games of bingo with chances to plunder the treasure chest with deluxe booty including 50″ TVs. iPads, designer handbags, Visa Gift Cards, and Sporting Event Tickets. The progressive jackpot starts at a cool $3000 and increases every week until it reaches $10,000! Gather your friends and lucky daubers (no parrots allowed!) and set course for merriment, and maybe a touch of liquid courage! Featuring D.E.W. and a Brew for only $10. Choose your favorite 16 oz. brew from the selection of Blue Moon, Modelo, Spotted Cow, or Miller Lite and pair it will a shot of Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey . An unbeatable combination and perfect way to unwind after a long day!

Ale, Axes, and American Made BBQ at Hold My Beer
2024-08-08 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-15 17:00 - 20:00 | Hold My Beer, 621 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Beer, Axe throwing, and the best BBQ in town, what a combination!

Peanut Butter & Jam Concert Series
2024-08-08 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Veterans Memorial Park, 5220 Sixth Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Peanut Butter & Jam Concert Series presented by the City of Kenosha and Happenings magazine. The 22nd season of the free outdoor concert series takes place Thursdays, July 11th – August 29th. Offering a varied lineup of musical genres sure to entertain.
Select solo, duo and trio artist perform at 11:30 am (shows will be announced soon) Headliners perform at 6pm.
Amped up full bands perform at 6 pm.
Concert-goers are welcome to sit in Veterans Memorial Park to enjoy the concert, or across the street at Navy Memorial Park near the Harbor. Sixth avenue is closed between 52nd Street and 54th Street for the evening show, for pedestrian safety. People are reminded not to sit close to the streetcar tracks and to use designated crosswalks and pedestrian routes.
Don’t’ forget to bring your own chairs or blankets to sit and enjoy the show!
Show line up includes
July 11th: The Now- A staple of Wisconsin cover bands for more than 18 years, performing rock, country and pop covers spanning five decades.
July 18th: Fast Times – A high energy band that brings you back to the 1980s music and styles.
July 25th: Disco Circus – Creating a nostalgic experience by combining the energy and Excitement of a three-ring circus with the grooviest Music from the 1970s with three lead vocalists.
August 1st: 7th Heaven – Whether you’re a fan of classic hits or a newcomer to their sound, 7th Heaven’s performances promise an exhilarating journey through the best of pop music.
August 8th: Lil’ Ed and the Blues Imperials – Performing at major blues festivals worldwide, Lil’ Ed is a multiple Blues Music Award winner and returning favorite to Peanut Butter & Jam.
August 15th; yankee Cowboy – Midwest’s hottest country rock band, performing upbeat, exciting modern country music along with blasts for the past. They are known for their big sounds with free-part harmonies.
August 22nd: Jonny Lyons & the Pride – A five-piece show band, the group has been entertaining folks all over the Midwest.
August 29th: The Yacht Rock-ettes – The world’s first and only female lead yacht rock cover band brings back the smooth rock of the 1970s and early 1980s.

Ted Hefko At The White Lilac
2024-08-08 20:00 - 21:30 | The White Lilac, 5029 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Ted Hefko stirs up an intoxicating brew of the profound and the profane, of virtue and vice and most importantly the volatile in-between.

Tavern on 6th Pig Roast
2024-08-10 12:00 - 16:00 | Tavern on 6th, 5712 6th Ave, Kenosha, 53140, United States
Come join us at Tavern on 6th for the most epic pig roast of the year! Get ready for a day filled with delicious food, cold drinks, and great company. Our chefs will be roasting a whole pig to perfection, serving up mouthwatering dishes that will have you coming back for more! Tickets include 2 complimentary drinks and AYCEP! Featured cocktails from Whistlepig Whiskey as well as bottle giveaways will also take place throughout the event. Mark your calendars and don’t miss out on the fun!

Fec's Place Pig Roast
2024-08-11 | Kemper Center Inc., 6501 3rd Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53143, United States
This is the second year that MixFest has been at Kemper and raises money for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. Located on the north lawn behind the Faulkner Building a number of DJ’s come together to help support children’s cancer. There are a number of vendors available for items to be purchased to help support the cause as well.

Jukebox Bingo at Boathouse Pub & Eatery
2024-08-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Boathouse Pub & Eatery, 4917 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join us for Jukebox Bingo! Where Bingo meets “Name That Tune!” Sing, Dance, Shout and Win Prizes! Every Second and Fourth Monday. First round starts at 7PM. Hosted by Mike Tischer Entertainment

Music at Twilight at Kemper Center
2024-08-13 17:00 - 20:00 | Kemper Center Inc., 6501 3rd Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53143, United States
Music At Twilight, formerly known as Twilight Jazz, has extended its season this year with an additional concert in September. The genre of music is expanding to bring in a variety of sounds for one’s listening pleasure. Jazz will still be a part of the series and will also include other great sounds from new bands to Kemper.
This year the grounds on the south lawn of Anderson Arts Center will open at 5:00 p.m. and the concerts will begin at 6:00 p.m. and go until 8:00 p.m. Seating is first come, first serve so bring your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy the music along with the view of the lake.
All concerts are free, drinks and food are available for purchase. Carry in of alcohol is strictly prohibited.
If the weather causes a concert to be cancelled it will be held the following evening.

2024 Line Up:
June 11 Ivy Ford
June 25 Southport Sound
July 9 Deep Pockets
July 23 Peacetree Allstarts
August 13 Yesterday’s Children
August 27 Kal Bergendahl Project
September 10 Empty Bottle Boys and One Shot Jane
September 24 Georgia Rae Family Band

We have added an additional night of music outside on the North Lawn behind the Faulkner Building. Located on the east side, closer to the lake, where one can bring their chairs, sit at picnic tables, and enjoy the sounds of different musical acts. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. The music is from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on the following nights:
June 19 Colby, Ed, and Tom on the Fiddle
July 17 Tom and Gary Show
August 21 Stu The Piano Guy
September 18 Jill Plaistad Band

Meet the Author - B.C. Taylor
2024-08-16 16:00 - 19:00 | Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Meet the Author!
Visit us on Friday, August 16, 2024 at Studio Moonfall from 4pm to 7pm to meet Fantasy Author, B.C. Taylor.
Hang out at the shop and take a peek inside their book, The Lost Witch:
Five deadly Trials. An ancient, sinister evil.
One lost witch with the power to save the world.
Welcome to Asylum.
Twelve-year-old Hayden Black has never been normal, that much she knew, but when her father is abducted by demons, she learns just how remarkable she truly is. Not only is she a witch, but Heaven’s angels have chosen her as the next Salem Witch, destined to protect the world from evil… if she can survive the deadly Salem Witch Trials first.
Now Hayden must traverse the magical world of Asylum and learn to use her powers. If she doesn’t master all five elements — air, fire, water, earth, and Spirit — before her seventeenth birthday, she forfeits her life.
Hayden might have started her journey orphaned and alone, but it doesn’t take her long to forge new friendships and attract new enemies. Hayden thought her only nemesis was the residential bully, but her greatest enemy, a terrible evil lurking in the shadows, has yet to reveal itself.
Will Hayden master her air magic in time to save her friends and find her father? Or will she perish alongside them?
The Lost Witch is the first book in an urban fantasy series intended for readers ages ten and above who love Percy Jackson and Avatar: The Last Airbender.
Get a sneak peek at The Lost Witch at https://bookshop.org/a/9574/9781959090007
When not traveling the United States or designing cars at her day job, Brooklyn writes middle grade and young adult fantasy with a hint of wickedness. During her travels, she jumped out of her comfort zone by learning new skills from wake boarding and surfing to country swing dancing to casting spells in Harry Potter World. Despite the adventurousness of her reality, Brooklyn’s magic power is daydreaming of witches and wizards, angels and demons, and other supernatural creatures that live within the shadowy realms of books.
See you from 4pm to 7pm on Friday, August 16, 2024 at Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue with B.C. Taylor!

Art Night Open Mic at The White Lilac
2024-08-16 18:00 - 23:00 | The White Lilac, 5029 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
ART NIGHT OPEN MICSHARE | QUESTION | CREATE | ADVISE | SUPPORT
A gathering of all level artists and supporters indulging in the Arts on a Friday nightShare a new project or technique, ask for guidance or technical help, receive critiques, just riff about colors or relax and enjoy the atmosphere for crafting.Bring your own supplies/project or raid our random table (paint, draw, color, etc)Still life arrangement, inspiring references and helpful books providedKiller tunes to set the mood withLive Musical Guest Torrahbull
CRISPY COLD CANS OF TASTY BEER , SAKE WINE & SPECIALTY THC DRINKSFree to attend
Hosted by LadyoftheLakeAT THE WHITE LILAC IN DOWNTOWN KENOSHA | 5029 6TH AVENUE(next to Marina Gardens)

Harborpark Jazz, Rhythm & Blues Festival
2024-08-17 | Harbor Park, 206 55th Street, Kenosha, 53140
******ATTENTION THIS EVENT HAS BEEN MOVED TO UW-PARKSIDE DUE TO WEATHER********
This is a one-day regional music festival, held at UW-Parkside
The festival takes place on Saturday, August 17th. Gates open at 12:00 PM. The festival kicks off at 12:45 PM with the popular “Cooking Studio”, an interactive cooking demonstration with local and regional chefs. The Cooking Studio provides the gourmet foodie and aspiring cooks a gorgeous lakefront atmosphere to learn the tricks of the trade in a mock Kitchen environment.
The music starts at 2:00 PM.
The HarborPark Jazz, Rhythm & Blues Festival provides a wonderfully diverse mixture of music on Kenosha’s scenic lakefront. Drawing visitors from all over the Midwest, including Michigan, Milwaukee, Chicagoland area and beyond, the event showcases the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan and highlights Kenosha’s dedication to the arts and cultural activities. The event has welcomed various national and regional jazz artists and attracted thousands of music fans to this scenic park. Previous artists include Paul Taylor, Ramsey Lewis, Alex Bugnon, Nick Colionne, Len Rainey and the Midnight Players, Spyro Gyra, Nelson Rangell, Euge Groove, Eric Marienthal, David Benoit, Richard Elliott, and Norman Brown just to name a few.
Silent Auction, Wine Pull and Raffle:
Besides listening to quality music throughout the day, patrons will be able to purchase tickets for the 50/50 raffle and participate in the very popular Silent auction and “Wine Pull”, giving supporters the opportunity of winning top quality bottles of wines and fun prize packages including weekend getaways in Chicago, a Milwaukee Bourbon Tasting experience, Jazz Experiences, exquisite dining options at Capital Grille and Bartolotta’s restaurants along with Packers, Brewers, Bulls and Milwaukee Bucks ticket options just to name a few.
Tickets:
Tickets can be purchased now online or at Tenuta’s Deli (3203 52nd Street). General admission lawn seats are $35 in advance and $45 at the gate. VIP tickets are $95 (includes concert ticket, food, complimentary beer, and wine). Alcoholic carry-ins are strictly prohibited.
All proceeds benefit the Mahone Fund, a component of the Kenosha Community Foundation. The mission is to provide educational opportunities for economically and academically deserving youth and to support healthy lifestyle initiatives in communities of color.
2024 Music Lineup:
2:00 PM: Ben Woods & Friends
Ben Woods is an aspiring artist from the Kenosha Area. A former 2019 Mahone CEO Scholarship recipient, who currently holds a BFA in Theatre from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX. He released his first single in 2017 called “For You”. After receiving over 21,000 Spotify streams, he continued to release more music. In 2020, Ben released a holiday project titled “Winter My Love”. Then he released another song, “New Day” in 2021. Ben was the winner of the “Youth Artist Award” by Regina Taylor back in 2021. While in Texas, Ben worked as a contracted musician and worship leader for The Potter’s House church in Dallas. Throughout his time there he worked with countless artists, even performing all over the DFW area. The Harbor Park Jazz Rhythm & Blues Festival will be Ben’s debut live-performance in his hometown. His music genre/style comprises a plethora of sounds such as R&B, Pop, Hip-Hop, Gospel, and Funk. Currently, Ben is planning to release an EP titled “Changed” in the coming year.
3:15 PM: Demetria Taylor Blues Band
Demetria Taylor has been performing at BLUE CHICAGO since 2010. She is the seventh child of eight from the family of the late blues legend Eddie Taylor Sr. and is helping keep the legacy of her father alive. Eddie is best known as the rhythm guitarist in the band of Jimmy Reed but he also had his own solo career and recorded some wonderful sides for the VJ label including the classic “Bad Boy”. Her mother Vera Taylor was also a blues singer. Demetria has fond memories of blues greats and friends of the family coming by the house– including Floyd Jones, Carey Bell, Sunnyland Slim, Johnny Littlejohn, Sam Lay, Willie Kent, Tail Dragger, Eddie Shaw, Johnny B. Moore and Magic Slim. Born in Chicago, Demetria grew up surrounded by Blues music – listening on records to her biggest influences including Etta James, Bessie Smith, Big Mama Thornton and most importantly, “The Queen of The Blues” Koko Taylor (no relation to the Eddie Taylor family). Demetria started playing drums at age 14, coached by her older brothers Larry and Tim, both professional blues drummers. She played in family shows across Chicago which also featured brother Eddie Taylor Jr. on guitar. She also sang in the gospel choir at Trinity All Nations Church on Chicago’s south side. “I put God first and everything else will work out”, says Demetria. “I feel that singing is something I was born to do. Sometimes on the stage my eyes tear up as I feel the music I’m singing. I love to listen to all types of music, but the blues caught my ear. I’ll never give up my dream.” Demetria has toured nationally and internationally and performs in many clubs and festivals including the Chicago Blues Festival. Her first album, Bad Girl, is on Delmark Records. Demetria was nominated in 2012 Blues Music Awards for “Best New Debut Artist”.
5:00 PM: Christopher’s Project featuring all new Steppers/Line dancing set
Event organizers have joined forces with the Milwaukee Steppers and Ballroomers United (MSBU) and Racine’s DSD Steppers to highlight the popular dance segment entitled “Stepping for Academic Excellence”. Milwaukee’s Christopher’s Project will provide a mixture of old school, soul, jazz, and r&b music for the audience to showcase their dance routines and learn the art of Chicago Style Stepping and Line Dancing; both an improvisational form of partner dancing with its roots in such dance styles as the Chicago Bop, the Lindy Hop and Western Swing. The crowd will be invited to learn some of the most popular line dances, including Flashing by Dial Tone the Producer, Feel So Right by Janet Jackson, and for those who like something a bit slower and easier, Cupid Flex by Cupid and GLU by Usher. Christopher’s Project has been entertaining fans for over 20 Years. The band is led by Christopher Pipkins; a 3-time winner of Showtime At the Apollo, recipient of The Black Excellence Award in Music, and current member of the Milwaukee Bucks Entertainment Team.
7:30 PM: Jonathan Butler
Born in South Africa under the shadow of apartheid and raised in poverty, Jonathan Butler was the first non-white artist to be played on South African radio and appear on national television. Though his musical abilities would take him away from the world he grew up in, Jonathan would neither forget the plight of his fellow South Africans, nor the man that led them to freedom. It is for this reason Nelson Mandela credits Jonathan Butler’s music as having inspired him during his imprisonment. In more ways than one, Jonathan Butler is representative of South Africa.
