Would You Kindly? at Union Park Tavern
2023-05-27 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | Union Park Tavern, 4520 8th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Would You Kindly? is back at the always amazing Union Park Tavern for another night of #LiveMusic!
Enjoy some amazing food, drinks and music as we continue to celebrate the Spring Season.
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Salsa and Tacos @theSpace
2023-05-30 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-06-06 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-06-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Kenosha Creative Space, 624 57th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Salsa and Tacos at the Space!
Tonight Hosted by Erica Ness
Join us every Tuesday night for this pop-up Latin experience with music, dancing, and tacos.
Social Dancing, Food & Drink: 7-11pm. Doors open at 6:45pm.
Latin Dancing Lessons:
7-8 pm & 8-9 pm
(Usually, 1 Salsa Class & 1 Bachata Class. If there is a guest instructor or another type of dance opportunity on a specific day, this will be announced in advance)
Enjoy Mexican food and sip on refreshing drinks!
$5 Suggested Donation
Beverages to be purchased separately.
Limited capacity, masks, hand sanitizer, and options for socially distanced dancing will be provided at request.
We recommend all our guests get vaccinated!

Pat Garrett Pick and Pull Open Mic
2023-06-01 20:00 - 22:00 | Union Park Tavern, 4520 8th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Pat Garrett pick and pull open mic every first Thursday at 8 PM

Create @theSpace Open Stage Night
2023-06-01 20:00 - 23:00 | Kenosha Creative Space, 624 57th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Open Stage night hosted by Haven Wells
This is an Open Stage Night
This is an open studio night.
This is a photo studio night.
This is an open mic night.
This is an open jam night.
Come hang out and Create @theSpace this and every Thursday.
The music starts at 8:00 pm
Come one, come all!
Work on an art project from our available supply of materials, or bring your own project to share with us.
Bring an instrument and see what happens! The music starts at 8:00 pm.
Donations and new ideas are always welcome.

Veteran Celebration Weekend
2023-06-02 07:00 - 2023-06-04 17:00 | Blend & Brew, 5700 6th Ave, 1st Floor South, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
**You DO NOT need a ticket to attend, but we appreciate people purchasing tickets (they are free) so that we can track anticipated attendance. Thank you**
Friday, June 2nd: Art Donation Day
Artists from around the Kenosha area are invited to donate art as tribute to veterans & fallen soldiers.
This art will then be displayed in the shop all weekend long.
Saturday, June 3rd: Tribute Concerts
Musicians from the Kenosha area will be playing in hour long segments as tribute to veterans & fallen soldiers.
**Special Hours: 7 AM to 7 PM**
Sunday, June 4th: Veteran Share & Tell, Silent Auction, & Raffle
Veterans are invited to come and share their stories with the community, and the community is encouraged to come and listen!
Additionally, there will be a silent auction & raffle going on. All proceeds will be donated to the families of fallen soldiers.
Each veteran who comes in will be given a piece of tribute art being displayed that was donated for the event.

Comedy Shows at Kenosha Comedy Club
2023-06-02 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-06-03 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-06-09 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-06-10 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-06-16 20:00 - 21:30 | Wyndham Garden Hotel, 5125 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States
90 minutes of live professional comedy.
Prices vary by show.

Meet & Greet with Ruben Williams
2023-06-03 11:00 - 14:00 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
Author Ruben Williams is returning to his hometown to celebrate the release of his debut novel “Northern Lights,” a young adult coming-of-age story about an African American teenager who is trying to manage life as a foster child living in a bad neighborhood while attending a private high school. “Northern Lights” captures the depth of the traumas that young people suffer through everyday, and takes you on a journey that can be felt through each word while the spirit of empathy, defeat, triumph, and joy is felt throughout the story.
About the Author
The love for writing has always been my heart. I love to create from blank canvases to bring to life the ideas that come to me. My flowetic (flowing and poetic) style grips the readers into a place where they can escape from reality and experience the creation. I started writing when I was in middle school. I used writing to go into a place where I was free to express my mind through creativity. It is my endeavor to expand my writing portfolio so readers all over the world can share an unforgettable literary experience. Being a Kenosha native for 29 years, I moved to Dallas, Texas to embark on a journey that is unfolding right before my eyes. I am the father of 3 beautiful children Ariana (12), Linnea (7) and Ruben Jr. (4) and husband of the wonderful Dr. Chyanne Williams. –Ruben Wiliams, author
About the book
James’ need to escape from home has reached its breaking point. Physically, he couldn’t go far, but his imagination allowed him to travel miles away. He escapes through every stroke of the pen into his notebook. His writing gives him the ability to be an escape artist. In his every changing life, one day he’s being abused and the next day he’s caring for his abuser. Change can happen in the snap of a finger or a slip of a word.
Vying for a position in life that seems normal, James’ trajectory for life becomes unstable. South Shore is taking a trip to the Northern Lights and he is trying to figure his life out. He battles acceptance, anxiety, and depression on his way to discovering who he really is. The constant battle between cloudy skies and clear vision taints James’ mindset as he navigates through life as an African American teenager in Wisconsin. Juggling a myriad of emotions, he must figure out where he belongs en route to Alaska. Loyalty is tested, love is stretched, and forgiveness is a mystery as he is challenged within his own consciousness.
Pre-order your copy from Blue House Books and get it signed by the author himself on June 3rd!

Punk Show and Art Market in the Biergarten!
2023-06-03 17:00 - 21:00 | Union Park Tavern, 4520 8th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
1st outdoor event of the season! Art vendors and live music at Union Park Tavern , Saturday June 3rd. 5pm
Army of Cretins: 5pm – 5:45pm
Primitives: 6pm – 6:45pm
Siren of Sorrow: 7pm – 7:45pm
Revel in Rot: 8pm – 8:45pm
Pop up Art Vendors: Michelle Renee, Ashley Crucianelli, Madison G. Moore and Art is Dead

Stu!
2023-06-03 20:00 | 58 Below, 504 58th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Friday night 8pm
Stu The Piano Guy is back!

Good Old Summertime Art Fair
2023-06-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Civic Center Park, 900 57th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
The Friends of the Kenosha Art Association invites you to our 47th Annual Invitational Arts and Crafts Show:
THE GOOD OLD SUMMERTIME ART FAIR
Sunday, June 4, 2023
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Civic Center Park
900-57 street Sheridan Road (between 56th & 57th Streets)
Kenosha, WI 53140
Held rain or shine!

Musical BINGO
2023-06-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Rustic Road Brewing Company, 5706 Sixth Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
How it works:
We play three rounds. When you recognize the song, mark it on your sheet. Be the first to fill in two full rows to win BINGO. The prizes for each round are a crowler and a $20 gift card.

Meet the Author - S. L. Wilton
2023-06-09 16:00 - 19:00 | Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Meet the Author!
Dive into Worlds Unseen with S. L. Wilton!
S. L. Wilton – Fantasy Author – will be visiting Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue on June 9th from 4pm to 7pm
Check out his book, Queen of Crows:
An ousted young queen struggles to regain her throne in a world of dangerous creatures.
Sophia Pendergast’s quest is complicated by deep-rooted misogyny embedded in her culture and religion. Her lover, a dashing young knight, offers her a life in obscure comfort, but she refuses to abandon her people to the usurper’s whims. To retake her throne and set prophecy on its path, she must embrace a long-denied secret and discover a prophecy’s hidden meaning.
In S. L. Wilton’s Queen of Crows, we discover simple truths may not exactly be simple.
Get a look at the book before his visit at https://amzn.to/45EV9uk
S. L. Wilton is a retired non-commissioned officer from the U. S. Army. He lives in rural central Wisconsin with his wife, Karen and their chihuahua, Willie. When not writing, he enjoys riding Indian motorcycles, building scale models, and sport fishing.
Follow S. L. Wilton’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067446326663

Library Park Historic District Walking Tour
2023-06-10 11:00 - 12:30 | Library Park, 711 59th Place, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Presented By:
Kenosha History Center
When:
May 13, 2023 – October 14, 2023
Price:
Reservations for the Walking Tour must be made in advance and the cost is $10 per person.
Time:
From: 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Recurrence:
Recurring monthly on the 2nd Saturday
On Second Saturdays, May through October, the Kenosha County Historical Society (who operates the Kenosha History Center and the seasonal Southport Light Station Museum) presents this guided walking tour of the historic Library Park District.
The tour typically lasts 90 minutes with a leisurely walk around the park discussing the architectural and historical significance of most buildings. The tours are led by volunteer historians.
Reservations for the Walking Tour must be made in advance and the cost is $10 per person. Contact the Kenosha History Center to make your reservation: 262-654-5770.
The Library Park Historic District is one of four historic districts designated in the City of Kenosha. The district contains many individually outstanding examples of nineteenth century and early twentieth century architecture.

Kenosha Pops Summer Kick-Off Concert
2023-06-10 14:00 - 15:30 | Civil War Museum, 5400 1st Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
The Kenosha Pops kick off their summer concert season with their annual indoor option concert in the Civil War Museum’s Freedom Hall.

Moms' Night Out Pedal Tour 2023
2023-06-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Lakeshore Pedal Tour, 625 57th St, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Come join us for a fun night riding Lakeshore Pedal Tour downtown Kenosha! Moms’ night out is for us moms to get out, have a fun night, and make new friends. Tickets include one spot on the pedal tavern as well as one drink. We do pedal but there’s a motor on the ride so it’s just a very light pedal.
You don’t need to drink alcohol to be apart of the fun!
Get $5 off your ticket if purchased before April 22nd ($40)! April 22nd tickets will be $45/person.
You can check out lakeshorepedal.com for more information on what exactly the pedal tour is.
You can sign up here 👇
https://bit.ly/FitFampedaltour2023

Cars and Coffee
2023-06-11 08:00 - 12:00 | Kenosha History Center, 220 51st Place, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join us in the Kenosha History Center parking lot the Second Sunday of each month and show off your classic automobiles. The Kenosha History Center will open early at 9am each of these Sunday morning Cruise-ins. The event is FREE and open to all classic vehicles. Food trucks will be onsite.
Sundays: 5/14, 6/11, 7/9, 8/13, 9/10.
Event times: 8am until noon.

Jukebox Bingo
2023-06-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Boathouse Pub & Eatery, 4917 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
No Monday blues here…
TONIGHT IS 🎶 JUKEBOX BINGO! 🎶
✅ Free to play!
😎 Fun for all ages
🎤 Sing your heart out
🥳 Win awesome prizes
Jukebox Bingo is not your regular bingo!
With 5 rounds you’ll hear clips of songs, and have to locate the song titles on your bingo cards.
Be quick to watch for different patterns, categories and win prizes! 🥳
You can use your phone or friends to help!
Laugh, dance & sing your hearts out! 🎶

Night of Unity and Hope at the Kenosha Creative Space
2023-06-12 19:00 - 22:00 | Kenosha Creative Space, 624 57th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Night of Unity and Hope at the Kenosha Creative Space
The creative community of Kenosha gathers together to share music and performances on the themes of “unity and hope” at the Kenosha Creative Space, including an open mic and curated performances.
This event is part of the Kenosha Weekend of Service & Understanding, Saturday, June 10th-Monday, June 12th, 2023.

Twilight Jazz Concert Series
2023-06-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Anderson Arts Center, 6603 Third Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53143, United States
Come to the Twilight Jazz Concert Series as it celebrates its 20th Anniversary at the Anderson Arts Center!
Enjoy fabulous music, great food vendors, and a cash bar, all ending with a fantastic fireworks display that will make this 20th Anniversary Celebration a night to be remembered!
Band Schedule:
Concert grounds open one hour before performances
June 13th The John Crawford Jazz Band
June 27th Street Jaxkson Band
July 11th The Kal Bergendahl Project
July 25th The Ivy Ford Band
August 8th The Dave Braun Trio
August 22nd Deep Pockets
6 PM – 9 PM, Music starts at 7 PM
Bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets! No carry-ins of alcohol.
PILLOW DRIVE
Spectrum Wealth, Tax and Accounting is proud to announce that we will be hosting a Pillow Drive during Twilight Jazz 2023. We fully understand and appreciate the welcoming comfort of a new pillow and the peace of mind it brings. Join us in making twilight a little easier for our local families at Woman & Children’s Horizons.
Donations of NEW pillows will be collected during each of the jazz concerts this year.
The Twilight Jazz Summer Concert Series has established itself as one of Kenosha’s signature events, drawing crowds from throughout southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois. Funds raised during the concert series support and sustain the Anderson Arts Center and the Kemper Center and help to promote the arts and art education in the community.

Third Thursdays
2023-06-15 | Downtown Kenosha, 5601 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Go Downtown Kenosha before the weekend begins! Take advantage of special activities, extended hours, deals and more! Participating businesses are listed below:
Actor’s Craft 7th Avenue Theater & Acting Studio, 4900 7th Ave. Rattlin’ of the Joists, directed by Josephine Craven of Listen to Lit productions, has been celebrating Bloomsday, named for Leopold Bloom, James Joyce’s central character in Ulysses for over 2 decades in Chicago with readings, music and song. Bloomsday is observed throughout the world on June 16th. It is a commemoration and celebration of the life of Irish writer James Joyce during which the events in his novel (set on June 16th 1904) are relived. That date was chosen by Joyce as it was the date of his first outing with the great love of his life, Nora Barnacle Joyce. On June 15, for the Third Thursday, Listen to Lit is delighted to announce they are bringing Rattlin of the Joists Bloomsday celebration to Actor’s Craft 7th Avenue Theater in beautiful Downtown Kenosha! Performers & Musicians: Maureen Cashin Bolog, Keith Bolog, Raven Bongiani, Kevin Cassidy, Josephine Craven, Eileen A. Ellis, Frank Gleeson and Mark Piekarz. Performance starts at 7 p.m., doors open 6:30. Show may run till 8:30 p.m. FREE Evening of Readings, Music and Song celebrating famed Irish Writer, James Joyce. Produced by Listen to Lit, owned and operated by Irish Native Josephine Craven. Donations welcome.
Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A. Extended hours 11-8pm. 10% off your entire purchase and gift with purchase of $50+ after discount **some exclusions apply, gifts available while supplies lasts**
Captain Mike’s, 5118 6th Ave. Live music by Matt Meyer from 8-11pm.
Equinox botanical boutique, 5901 6th Ave A. “A Third Thursday Wine Tasting” 5:00-7:00 Late shopping hours until 8:00. Wine Tasting 5-7 Boutique hours 11-8.
Gordon’s Sports Bar and Grill, 5703 6th Ave. Drinks on the Patio 3 pm – Midnight. $5 you call and $5 wine on the patio.
Hold My Beer, 621 56th St. Spin the Wheel for discounts & merchandise from 3-5pm.
House of Nutrition, 5824 6th Ave. Open until 8pm. Free samples of Living Full Kombucha on Tap, along with 15% off of MegaFood and Trilogy brands and 20% off of True Grace.
Kenosha Creative Space, 624 57th St. Live Music from 7-11pm.
Lakeside Deck at the Wyndham Garden Hotel, 5125 6th Ave. $5 cheese curds and $5 pitchers of domestic beer 5-8pm.
Millie Bo Peep, 5720 6th Ave. Extended hours 11am-8pm.
Sandy’s Popper, 5503 6th Ave. Extended hours 11am-8pm. Save 10% at checkout when you purchase three or more retail ice cream and/or popcorn items. Mention “Third Thursdays” at checkout.
Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Ave. Extended hours 10am-7pm.
Tavern on 6th, 5712 6th Ave. Terrace Bar and Patio Open 11am-Midnight. $3 Tavern Light Lager Tall Boys.

Pop-up Biergarten and Food Truck Rally Kenosha, Harbor Park @ Celebration Place (FREE to attend)
2023-06-15 15:00 - 21:00, 2023-06-16 15:00 - 21:00 | Harbor Park, 206 55th Street, Kenosha, 53140
Food Truck Rally and Pop-up Biergarten at Celebration Place at Kenosha’s lakefront.
A 3-day Summer German-style Biergarten featuring Hofbräuhaus Bier from Munchen. Enjoy German beer, US craft beer, hard cider along with sausage and pretzels in a beautiful park setting. Children and families are welcome. This traditional German Biergarten offers food, music, authentic steins, and drinking boots. There will be live music, a cornhole tournament and stein-hoisting contests. Free Admission. Family-friendly, Prost!

Hold My Beer Soft Opening
2023-06-15 15:00 - 22:00 | WI
🎉 Hold My Beer Kenosha Soft Opening Event Announcement! 🎉
🪓🪓🪓🪓🪓JUNE 15th @ 3pm🪓🪓🪓🪓🪓
Get ready for a taste of epic fun as we unveil our axe lanes at our Soft Opening! 🪓🎯 Experience the thrill and precision of axe throwing firsthand!
Join us as we celebrate this milestone at our Soft Opening event. Be part of the buzz and share your excitement with #HoldMyBeerSoftOpening. We can’t wait to show you what we’ve been working on!🥂🎈
Mark your calendars, gather your crew, and be there to witness the magic unfold! Stay tuned for more details and surprises. Cheers to the excitement that awaits at Hold My Beer Kenosha! 🎉🍻

Meet the Author - Laura Meyer
2023-06-16 16:00 - 19:00 | Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Mark your calendars, bookworms! This Friday, June 16, from 4pm to 7pm, we’re hosting an evening with the incredibly talented Cosplay/Fashion Author, Laura Meyer at Studio Moonfall. Come and step into the mesmerizing world of Victorian-era costuming with her book “The Victorian Collection: Advanced Costuming Techniques”.
You’re new to historical reproductions or cosplays? Not a problem! Laura’s book isn’t just a how-to guide, it’s a voyage into the creative process. It’s jam-packed with time-saving tips, pitfalls to sidestep, and a ton of techniques for creating your own Victorian-inspired gowns.
It’s not just about the clothes, though. This book is a journey filled with historical figures, personal ups and downs, and a healthy dose of humor. And did we mention the stunning photos of those intricate gowns?
Want to have a quick look? You can find “The Victorian Collection: Advanced Costuming Techniques” right here: http://www.twilightember.com/
And who’s the genius behind this all? Laura Meyer has been a writer, teacher, and designer for more than 20 years. With degrees from Alverno College under her belt, she runs Twilight Ember Education Services, LLC. When she’s not writing or teaching, Laura loves to read, game on her PC, go camping, and share her thoughts on her blog, “Repleating History”.
So, don’t forget: Friday, June 16, from 4pm to 7pm at Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue. We can’t wait to see you there for a fun night of books and chats with Laura Meyer!
