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Book-o-Ween! Studio Moonfall’s 5-Year Shop-iversary and Guest Authors All October
2024-10-27 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Studio Moonfall’s brick’n’mortar shop is turning five, and we’re inviting you to scare up the good times! Throughout October, we’re hosting a series of guest author events leading up to our grand finale, Book-o-Ween, on Sunday, October 27th, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This spooktacular day will feature a host of local authors, books, tacos, and fun surprises!
Meet Our Guest Authors:
From October 2nd to October 26th, stop by the shop to meet incredible authors in person, get your books signed, and participate in Bookshop Bingo! Complete your Bingo card by attending author events for a chance to win amazing prizes, including a $50 gift certificate or the chance to choose the theme of our next coloring book!
And if you come in costume, you’ll be entered into the Halloween costume contest with voting from October 27th to 31st.
For more info on our guest authors, printable Bingo cards, and details on how to participate, visit www.BookoWeen.com
Author Event Schedule
• M.P. McDonald – 10/2 – 4-7pm
• Joe Campolo Jr. – 10/3 – 12-3pm
• Haley Valenta – 10/4 – 4-7pm
• Jessie Rose – 10/5 – 4-7pm
• Richelle Valentine – 10/6 – 12-3pm
• Kaitlyn Bolyard – 10/9 – 4-7pm
• Zee Lacson – 10/10 – 4-7pm
• T.R. Nickel – 10/11 – 4-7pm
• A.R. Grimes – 10/12 – 4-7pm
• B.C Taylor – 10/13 – – 12-3pm
• D. Lieber – 10/16 – 4-7pm
• Amy McNulty – 10/17 – 4-7pm
• R.E. Bunch – 10/18 – 4-7pm
• Mystery Author – 10/19 – 4-7pm
• Michelle Murray – 10/20 – 12-3pm
• Steve Tindall – 10/23 – 4-7pm
• Debbie Oas – 10/24 – 4-7pm
• S & E Black – 10/25 – 4-7pm
• Huckleberry Rahr – 10/26 – 4-7pm
• BOOK-O-WEEN – 10/27 – 10am-3pm
Book-o-Ween (October 27th)
To top it all off, don’t miss Book-o-Ween on Sunday, October 27th! Join us from 10am to 3pm for a day of books, fun, and festivities as we celebrate five years of Studio Moonfall. Grab a taco, meet your favorite authors, dig through thousands of $1 used books and comics, and help us get ready for another five years in Kenosha.
Thank you to everyone who has come to the bookshop us over the years. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Sunday Brunch Buffet at The 1844 Table & Mash
2024-11-03 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-11-10 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-11-17 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-11-24 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-01 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-08 10:00 - 14:00 | The 1844 Table & Mash, 5706 8th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join us at The 1844 Table & Mash every Sunday for our delicious All-You-Can-Eat Brunch Buffet in downtown Kenosha. Our Sunday Brunch menu features traditional breakfast and brunch items, with new selections introduced by season. Of course, you will want to add bottomless mimosas or our Giant Stella Bloody Mary to make the brunch experience complete.
Every Sunday from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
View menu – https://the1844.com/special/sunday-brunch-buffet

Holiday Open House
2024-11-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Lulu Birds, 5716 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Come kick off the Holiday season by exploring our beautiful old world shop and all the magic holds inside.
Enjoy complimentary refreshments while you shop.
We also have an amazing raffle that will help you kick off your holiday shopping! Make a $20 or purchase and you’ll be entered to win!

Workshop: Smoked Bread Basket
2024-11-09 10:30 - 15:30 | Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
This basket starts with a wood base. The sides are triple twined with smoked and natural round reed to create a spiral pattern up the side of the basket. All supplies included in workshop price.

Workshop: Feather Printed Tea Towel
2024-11-13 18:30 - 20:30 | Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Make your mark on some tea towels with this creative printing process. Learn some tips and tricks for using stencils and printing feathers on tea-dyed towels. These towels make a great hostess gift for Thanksgiving dinner or a lovely gift for yourself. No experience needed. All supplies included in workshop price.

Pancake Breakfast & Craft Fair
2024-11-16 08:00 - 15:00 | Harborside Academy, 57th Street, Kenosha, Wisconsin, 53140, United States
Pancake Breakfast & Craft Fair including orchestral performance & Santa! Presented by Harborside Academy – 913 57th Street
Breakfast & Santa – 8:00 AM -11:00 AM
Craft Fair -8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

*This is a FREE event with Donations Appreciated*

Meet & Greet with Sean Michael Malone
2024-11-16 12:00 - 15:00 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
Have a child who loves pictures and history? Then “The ABCs of Battle” is the book for your family! Come check out this amazing book full of amazing illustrations and poems that is perfect for young readers, and that history buffs of any age will enjoy!
Author Sean Malone will be at Blue House Books on Saturday, November 16! Stop in from 12 to 3 p.m. to chat with Sean about his latest book and grab a signed copy.
ABOUT THE BOOK
Come along on a global tour and a ‘tour de force’ of twenty-six battles of world history! Experience an alphabetical excursion that spans 2500 years and features over twenty civilizations. This book of short poems is meant to be a fun way to review the ABCs and offer a little learning for the reader!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Sean Michael Malone lives in Waukesha with his wife Athena, his three daughters, and his Shetland Sheepdog, Simonsen. He has previously published the Lovecraftian novels “Spring City Terror” and “Ocean’s Grave”. “The ABCs of Battle” is his first book for early readers and taps into his passion for military history that began with “Age of Empires II” on the PC. He continues to write fiction inspired by both history and myth. For more, visit his author website at seanmaloneauthor.com.

Thanksgiving Buffet at Boathouse Pub & Eatery
2024-11-27 11:00 - 16:00 | Boathouse Pub & Eatery, 4917 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
All the favorites including Turkey, Carved Prime Rib, Salmon, Broiled Cod, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Stuffing,Green Bean Casserole, Corn, Veggies, Collared Greens, Sweet Potatoes,Mac & Cheese, Rice Pilaf, Deviled Eggs,Cranberry Sauce, Salads, Fruit,Rolls & Bread, Pies & Desserts

45th Annual Mayor's Turkey Day Run/ Walk
2024-11-28 09:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Kenosha, 5601 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
The Mayor’s Turkey Day Run consists of a 2 mile run/walk, 10k run, and a FREE Kid’s 50-yard dash along Kenosha’s lakefront! We encourage the entire family to participate! The event takes place just outside of the Civil War Museum, 5400 1st Avenue, and runs along the Kenosha lakefront on city streets, bike paths, and through parks.
Mostly level, the course splits at the one-mile mark of both the 2-mile and 10k routes, with water stops at miles 2 and 4 for 10k runners. Both races go towards the Kenosha Beach House on Simmons Island and towards Kennedy Drive. The 10k goes towards Carthage College / Alford Park Drive before heading back down 7th Avenue.
Packet pickup is at the Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Avenue, on Wednesday, Nov 27th, from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm. and on Thursday, Nov. 28th, from 7:30 am to 8:45 am on race day (15 minutes prior to the start of the race).
Fruit, water, and other refreshments will be available after the race.
Mayor’s Cup Trophy goes to the overall male and female top finishers in 10k and 2-mile races.
Medals will be awarded to top three finishers in each gender age group. The age groups are: 9 and younger; 5-year groups starting with 10-14 and ending with 75-79; one designation for runners 80 and older.
Shirts are available to the first 1,500 race entrants.
REGISTRATION:
Regular Registration Fee 7/15/2024 – 11/24/2024: Price of $25 / 14 & under $20
Online registration closes at 11:59PM on 11/24/2024. There will be no registrations taken on 11/25/2024 or 11/26/2024.
Packet Pick Up 11/27/24: Price of $30 Last Day for both distances / 14 yrs & under $25
No same day registration.

Thanksgiving Buffet at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom
2024-11-28 11:30 - 15:30 | The Stella Hotel & Ballroom, 5706 8th Avenue, Kenosha, 53140
Join us on Thursday, November 28th, for a special Thanksgiving celebration at The Stella Ballroom! Indulge in a classic Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet featuring all your holiday favorites.
Feast on perfectly roasted turkey, smoked prime rib, Grandma’s roasted garlic mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and more. Plus, don’t forget to save room for heavenly desserts like pumpkin pie, apple pie, carrot cake, and a variety of other sweet treats!
Date: Thursday, November 28, 2024 Seating Times: 11:30 AM | 1:30 PM Location: The Stella Ballroom
Pricing: $47 Adults | $17 Children (12 & under)
*Price includes Thanksgiving buffet items; drinks sold separately. Service charge and gratuity not included. No substitutions or special requests. Parties of 4 or fewer may be seated with other guests.
View the full menu and make your reservation: https://the1844.com/event-calendar/thanksgiving-dinner

Holiday Train Display
2024-11-29 08:00 - 2025-01-05 17:00 | Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
The Holiday Train returns to the Kenosha Public Museum lobby! Visit during regular museum hours to enjoy this festive display of model trains and holiday houses.
Closed holidays.
Mon.-Sat. 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM, Sun. 12:00 PM to 05:00 PM

Small Business Saturday at Millie Bo Peep
2024-11-29 09:00 - 2024-12-02 23:30 | Millie Bo Beep, 5720 6th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Enjoy shopping excusive promotions at Millie Bo Peep this Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday! We will have extended shopping hours (open early!)
FRIDAY, 11/29:
9am-10am: 30% off storewide
10am-11am: 20% off storewide
11am-6pm: 15% off storewide
Jellycat promotions available in store!
SATURDAY, 11/30:
9am-5pm: 15% off storewide. Addtionally, enjoy special promotions on Noodle & Boo, Magna-tiles, and Cuddle + Kind
MONDAY, 12/2
*ONLINE ONLY*
Enjoy 30% off on Kyte Baby, Posh Peanut, and Rylee + Cru. Free shipping on orders $50+ with code: FREESHIP

Christmas at Kemper
2024-11-30 | Kemper Center Inc., 6501 3rd Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53143, United States
Christmas at Kemper, with its Opening Night Gala, Gallery of Trees, and Historic Durkee Mansion Holiday Display is a highly anticipated annual Holiday Event. This is Kemper Center’s largest fundraiser of the year, helping to fulfill the Center’s mission to preserve the historic nature of the site and buildings and provide programs promoting understanding of local history and the arts in a historic setting for cultural, recreational, and educational activities.
Unless otherwise noted, admission is free with donations appreciated.
Gallery of Trees:
Opening Night Christmas Gala on November 30. This is the opening night of the Christmas season at Kemper. The event is open from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. with tickets purchased for $30 each. Appetizers abound; see lots of decorated Christmas trees and wreaths; enjoy a first sneak peek at Durkee Mansion all decked out in Holiday attire. This is Kemper Center’s largest fundraiser of the year with generous donors and sponsors providing the trees, wreaths, and mantelpieces, and the decorators who so beautifully decorate everything.
View the Gallery of Trees, December 1-8
Hours vary. See the decorated trees, wreaths, and mantelpieces. There is no cost.
Durkee Mansion:
See the historic 1860s Durkee Mansion fully decorated for Christmas; there is no cost. The old and the new are blended into a magical holiday experience by the talented designers of the Durkee Yuletide Volunteers.
Tour Durkee Mansion, December 1-8
There will also be additional dates to see the decorated Durkee Mansion.

Photos with Santa at the Kenosha History Center
2024-11-30 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-07 11:00 - 15:00, 2024-12-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Kenosha History Center, 220 51st Place, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Santa will visit the Kenosha History Center on three Saturdays: November 30, December 7 and December 14.
Santa Claus will be available for photos and to talk to the youngsters from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM on November 30 & December 14. The December 7 event will run from 11:00 AM until 3:00 PM. Theses events are FREE to the public.
PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CAMERA (there will not be a photographer on site).
The Kenosha History Center Gift Shop will be open and Kenosha-centric items will be available to purchase for holiday gifts.
In addition, the Southport Lighthouse will be open for tours and climbs on each Saturday from 10 am until 4 pm. A lecture on the “Rouse Simmons Christmas Tree Ship” will be held at noon on each of these days.

Embroidered Christmas Ornaments Workshop
2024-11-30 10:30 - 14:30 | Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Dive into the art of embroidery with this vibrant silk-on-felt workshop! In this class, you’ll master essential stitches like the straight stitch, stem stitch, back stitch, satin stitch, fishbone, and French knots, all while creating beautiful, textured designs. Whether you’re new to embroidery or looking to refine your skills, this hands-on session is ideal for ages 12 and up. The class runs for 4 hours, so feel free to bring your own lunch or snacks to stay energized. All materials are provided—just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! All supplies included in workshop price.

Holiday Planter Workshop
2024-12-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Get into the holiday spirit by creating an outdoor holiday planter. Beth will have all the greens, bows & planters you’ll need to create this lovely outdoor arrangement. Please bring your own gloves & clippers to class. All supplies included in workshop price.

Christmas Cookie Decorating Class
2024-12-06 18:00 - 20:30 | Latibule, 4906 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Guest instructor, Jessica from Boardwalk Cookie Co will be here teaching you how to decorate cookies! $65 pp. Register on her website boardwalkcookieco.com & =

Breakfast with St. Nicholas
2024-12-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Kenosha Catholic Ministry Center, 714 49th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
On Saturday, December 7, join the Downtown Kenosha Catholic (DTKC) parishes for our annual Breakfast with St. Nicholas. The event will take place in the Ministry Center Cafeteria, 714 49th Street.
Pancakes and sausage will be served from 9:00 a.m. until Noon. Family-friendly games, arts & crafts will be offered in the large meeting room, as well.
Tickets are $8 per person in advance or $9 at the door. Admission includes a complimentary photo with St. Nicholas.
To purchase advance tickets, visit the DTKC website: https://downtownkenoshacatholic.org/news/breakfast-with-st-nicholas-2024

Merry & Bright Holiday Market
2024-12-07 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Kemper Center Inc., 6501 3rd Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53143, United States
Merry and Bright Holiday Market is the perfect place to get your Christmas shopping done in one place!
The market offers a diverse selection of unique one-of-a-kind gifts and decorations to fill your home with festive cheer. Whether you’re looking for a special Christmas stocking stuffer for a loved one or a handmade crafted leather item, you’ll find it here.
In addition to the traditional browsing experience, the Merry and Bright Holiday Market offers a unique take on gift giving. Create your own gift basket full of goodies, giving the recipient an extra special surprise. Shop the market to choose from a selection of knitted hats, handmade soaps, candles, holiday decorations, and more. You can also find holiday treats like homemade cookies, cider, and candy.
The Merry and Bright Holiday Market is the perfect place to get into the holiday spirit and get all your Christmas shopping done in one place. Don’t miss out on this festive event!
This is presented by Kenosha Public Market at Kemper Center. It coincides with Christmas at Kemper. This special edition of the market will be held in the auditorium, as well as outdoors in a large, heated tent and smaller tents along the pathways. In and out – there’s shopping all about!
Note: Kenosha Public Market takes place at the same location on Saturdays, November through April. The regular hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Baby Celebration at Millie Bo Peep
2024-12-07 17:30 - 19:00 | Millie Bo Beep, 5720 6th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
If you are an expecting parent due anytime during the months of December 2024-May 2025 we would love to help you celebrate!
Come visit us starting at 5:30PM on Saturday, December 7th for an exclusive event – just for you and anyone you’d like to invite!
THE DETAILS:
+ Each mom-to-be will receive a complimentary gift bag from us
+ Baby shower games lined up and there will be opportunities to win prizes.
+ Complimentary light snacks and fun NA beverages available for all to enjoy
+ Enjoy exclusive shopping
+ Set up your baby shower registry with us
And finally, we will really be spreading the Christmas Cheer….
Each mom-to-be that attends will be able to put their name into a drawing. At 7:00PM we will do a live drawing to shower and bless one mom-to be! *More details to come as each mom-to-be has specific due dates*. You must be present to win.
This is a free event, but you must reserve tickets, as we have limited space: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/baby-celebration-at-millie-bo-peep-tickets-1045472655857?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

Faux Felt Succulents Workshop
2024-12-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Love plants but have a creative thumb instead of a green one? Come to this workshop and find out how to make these believable plants out of felt. No need for water or sunshine! Class includes all supplies for filling a small pot with a variety of succulents. No experience needed. All supplies included in workshop price.

Hand Painted Snowman Porch Sign
2024-12-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Latibule, 4906 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Hand paint this adorable snowman porch sign. Enjoy snacks and a beverage while you paint. Pre registration is required latibulewisconsin.com
