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Library Park Historic District Walking Tour
2023-05-13 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-06-10 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | 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.

Archaeology Day Expo
2023-05-13 16:00 | Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join the Kenosha Public Museum for a fun-filled, educational day as we celebrate Wisconsin’s past at the Archaeology Day Expo! There will be lectures, information booths, demonstrations, a poster show, and a kid’s area where you can try your hand at archaeology through activities and crafts.

Sunday Brunch Buffet at The 1844 Table & Mash
2023-05-14 10:00 - 14:00, 2023-05-21 10:00 - 14:00, 2023-05-28 10:00 - 14:00, 2023-06-04 10:00 - 14:00, 2023-06-11 10:00 - 14:00, 2023-06-18 10:00 - 14:00, 2023-06-25 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

Museum Munchkins
2023-05-17 09:30 - 10:00, 2023-05-24 09:30 - 10:00, 2023-05-31 09:30 - 10:00, 2023-06-07 09:30 - 10:00, 2023-06-14 09:30 - 10:00 | Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Get your preschoolers excited about science and the world around them. Each week they will learn about a different museum collection animal through songs, stories and activities.
Topics:
May 17 – Wombats
May 24 – Platypus
June 7 – Red Pandas
June 14 – Saigas
THEN SUMMER BREAK UNTIL AUGUST!

Charlotte's Web
2023-05-19 19:30, 2023-05-20 19:30, 2023-05-21 14:00 | Rhode Center for the Arts, 514 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Determined to save Wilbur, Charlotte begins her campaign with the “miracle” of her web in which she writes, “Some pig.” It’s the beginning of a victorious campaign which ultimately ends with the now-safe Wilbur doing what is most important to Charlotte. This is a beautiful, knowing play about friendship that will give your actors a great opportunity and your audience an evening of enchantment.

Brownies: Paint My World
2023-05-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Using watercolors, tempera, and DIY puffy paint, experience the world of a painter and express yourself by creating four different pieces of art. Take a tour of our Transparent Watercolors Exhibition.
Badge earned: Painting

Kenosha History Center Classic Car Cruise-In Nights
2023-05-26 16:00 - 20:00, 2023-06-30 16:00 - 20:00 | Kenosha History Center, 220 51st Place, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join fellow car enthusiasts in the Kenosha History Center parking lot and show off your classic automobiles.
The Kenosha History Center will be open until 7:00 PM.
Be sure to stop in the Kenosha History Center gift shop. Among its offerings are AMC t-shirts, hooded sweatshirts, and baseball caps.
It’s free to show your car and all classic vehicles are welcome.
The museum is free to visit; donations are appreciated.

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.

Third Avenue Historic District Walking Tour
2023-06-03 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-07-01 11:00 - 12:30 | Eichelman Park, 6125 3rd Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53143, United States
Presented By:
Kenosha History Center
When:
May 6, 2023 – October 7, 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 1st Saturday
On the first Saturday of the month, 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 Third Avenue District.
The tour typically lasts 90 minutes with a leisurely walk discussing the architectural and historical significance of the 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 Third Avenue Historic District is one of four historic districts designated in the City of Kenosha. The district features Kenosha’s early 20th century mansions along the Lake Michigan shore. This area was the residential choice for many of Kenosha’s most important industrialists.

Father's Day at Millie Bo Peep
2023-06-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Millie Bo Beep, 5720 6th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join us for an early Father’s Day event on
Sunday, June 11th right here at Millie Bo Peep! Miss Lisa with The Traveling Trunk will be here from 3-5. Pop in anytime for your little one to create a Father’s Day
craft, listen to a story, and enjoy some singing and dancing!
You can also enjoy:
+ EXTENDED SHOPPING HOURS! 🤩 Open until 5pm on 6/11.
+ 10% off any gifts for Dads – including apparel, mugs/tumblers, candles, and “Dad” books! Sale is good all day on 6/11.
We’ll see you then!

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! 🎉🍻

Wellness is a Rainbow
2023-06-16 - 2023-06-17 | Blend & Brew, 5700 6th Ave, 1st Floor South, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join us for a 2 day event full of vegetables & love!
We have a coloring contest for kids up to age 12, a veggie & wellness themed scavenger hunt around downtown Kenosha for the adults, and a sticker design contest for all ages!
Let’s be well together in all colors of the rainbow – with veggies!
Why veggies?
June 16th is Fresh Veggie Day
June 17th is Eat Your Fresh Veggie Day

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!

Kenosha Book Festival: Chapter Three
2023-06-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Books! Books! Books!
📚🚀 The Kenosha Book Festival is catapulting into Chapter Three on Sunday, June 25th, from 10am to 4pm at your favorite literary locale, Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue. 🚀📚
Dive into a world crafted by our charismatic crew of authors:
🖋️ Jessie Rose, T.R. Nickel, Sean Sorce, Kaitlyn Bolyard, Ana Michelle, Al Lytle & Toi Blasier, Debra Oas, Phyllis Fadness, Greta Kelly, Meg Bonney, Natasa Zoubouridis, Anne Hambrock, Michelle Novak, Sylviya Rankova, Randi Moxi, M.P. McDonald, Anthony Wedgeworth, Riley Preston, Kyra Cheese, and Donovan Scherer.
Chapter Three is chock-full of charming changes:
💳 We’re rolling out hourly gift card giveaways. Who knows? Luck could be lounging around your corner!
🍴 Feast on fantastic food provided by our local vendors, The Lumpia Lady and That’s a Wrap. They’re ready to tickle your tastebuds and fuel your bookish journey.
🏆 Embark on the Studio Moonfall Employee of the Month Quest—an adventure as alluring as it sounds!
🖼️ Grab an Autograph Poster in your goodie bag—available for the first 100 attendees. Collect author autographs to commemorate this wonderful day!
Hang out with us all day! Trust us, you’ll want to. We have THOUSANDS of $1 used books waiting for your perusal. And the best part? Your purchases contribute to our Little Library Fund, supporting our passion for spreading the joy of reading.
So, mark your calendars, muster your fellow bookworms, and make your way to the festival! Keep an eye on www.KenoshaBookFestival.com for updates. Let’s make this Chapter Three of the Kenosha Book Festival the most memorable one yet! 🎉📚🥳
Join the event at:
https://fb.me/e/1bLPIqLvw

Find Waldo Local in Kenosha!
2023-07-01 10:00 - 2023-07-31 17:00 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
Find Waldo in Kenosha!
Blue House Books is so excited to be hosting Find Waldo Local in Kenosha!
Throughout the month of July, look for Waldo in 25 participating local businesses and organizations around Kenosha and earn prizes! Here’s how it works:
–Grab a stamp card from Blue House Books
–Go to the various businesses and organizations throughout Kenosha to find Waldo and get your card stamped
–Get a prize when you get 10 stamps
–At 20 stamps, get a prize PLUS get entered into a drawing for even MORE prizes, including Waldo books, a basket from BHB, free classes at the local museums, gift certificates to local establishments, and more!
Stop by Blue House Books if you have any questions and to grab your stamp card starting July 1st.
Participating businesses
Blue House Books
Studio Moonfall
RK News Hallmark
Lemon Street Gallery
Smarty’s Sweet Treats
A Summer’s Garden Florist
Kenosha Public Museum
Civil War Museum
Dinosaur Discovery Museum
PlaySpace Kenosha
The Lettering Machine
Trolley Dogs
Sandy’s Popper
Jerry Smith’s Country Store
Alpaca Art
House of Nutrition
Outpour Fairtrade Boutique
Cut Stone
Equinox Botanical Boutique
Modern Apothecary
Kenosha History Center
Kenosha Creative Space
