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Comedy Shows at Kenosha Comedy Club
2023-11-04 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-11-10 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-11-11 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-11-17 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-11-18 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-11-24 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-11-25 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-12-01 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) and 11 more dates | Wyndham Garden Hotel, 5125 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States
90 minutes of live professional comedy.
Prices vary by show.

Juneau Black in Kenosha for the release of TWILIGHT FALLS
2023-12-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
Welcome back to the charming but dangerous world of Shady Hollow!
For the release of the next instalment of the Shady Hollow cozy mystery series, Sharon Nagel of the Juneau Black writing duo will be at Blue House Books to talk about “Twilight Falls!” Joining Sharon is fellow writer of cute and murderous stories Amanda Flower, author of the Farm-to-Table series.
The authors will be discussing how they successfully make death and crime so charming, their writing process, and how Juneau Black was able to make a story of woodland creatures such a hit! After the discussion, they will take questions from the audience and sign books!
This event is free but registration is required as space is limited.
ABOUT THE BOOK
The fourth book in the Shady Hollow mystery series sees Vera embroiled in a case involving star-crossed lovers whose affair may have turned deadly.
It’s spring in Shady Hollow, and romance is in the air. Even reporter Vera Vixen is caught up in the season as her relationship with new police chief Orville Braun blossoms. But true love is not always smooth sailing, as two of the hollow’s young residents come to find. Jonah Atwater and Stasia von Beaverpelt find themselves battling their families in order to be together. And when Jonah’s father, Shelby, goes over the top of Twilight Falls, all signs point to Stasia being the murderer.
The evidence against Stasia appears overwhelming, and Orville arrests her. It looks like the case is closed, but Vera isn’t so sure. There are almost too many clues indicating Stasia is the killer, leading her to suspect someone is setting Stasia up. Besides, what about the mysterious ghostly creature skulking around town at night? Maybe he or she was involved? As Vera investigates further, her sleuthing puts her in direct opposition to Orville, and soon she’s stirred up a hornet’s nest of trouble.
ABOUT JUNEAU BLACK
Juneau Black is the pen name of authors Jocelyn Cole and Sharon Nagel. They share a love of excellent bookshops, fine cheeses, and a good murder (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.
ABOUT AMANDA FLOWER
Amanda Flower is a USA Today bestselling and Agatha Award-winning author of over forty-five mystery novels. Her novels have received starred reviews from Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, and Romantic Times, and she had been featured in USA Today, First for Women, and Woman’s World. Her first Emily Dickinson Mystery, Because I Could Not Stop for Death, was a Agatha Award winner and Mary Higgins Clark Nominee. She currently writes for Penguin-Random House (Berkley), Kensington, and Sourcebooks. A former librarian, Flower and her husband own a farm and recording studio, and they live in Northeast Ohio with their eight adorable cats, Editors Cheeps and Tummy and Studio Cats Cheddar, Michelangelo, Dr. Z, Fender, Marmalade, Colby Jack.

Annelise Ryan in Kenosha for the release of DEATH IN THE DARK WOODS
2023-12-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
Cryptozoologist Morgan Carter and her dog Newt are back for another adventure in the newest instalment of the Monster Hunter Mystery Series, and author Annelise Ryan is celebrating with us in Kenosha! Join us on Tuesday, December 12th as we help launch “Death in the Dark Woods” with the author herself and fellow cozy mystery author Erica Ruth Neubauer at 7 p.m. at Blue House Books in Downtown Kenosha.
We’re excited for what is sure to be a wildly entertaining discussion about murder and mythical creatures. Both authors will be available for questions from the audience and for book signings and photos!
ABOUT THE BOOK
A potential Bigfoot sighting is linked to a vicious murder, but skeptical cryptozoologist Morgan Carter is on the case in this new Monster Hunter Mystery by USA Today bestselling author Annelise Ryan.
Business has been booming since Morgan Carter solved the case of the monster living in Lake Michigan. The Odds and Ends bookstore is thriving, of course, but Morgan is most excited by the doors that were opened for her as a cryptid hunter. Recently, there have been numerous sightings of a Bigfoot-type creature in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest area of Bayfield County, Wisconsin. After a man is found dead from a vicious throat injury in the forest, the conservation warden asks Morgan to investigate.
When Morgan and her dog, Newt, go there to investigate, they uncover a trail of lies, deception, and murder. It seems a mysterious creature is indeed living in the forest, and Morgan might be its next target.
ABOUT ANNELISE RYAN
Annelise Ryan is a pseudonym for the author of the new Monster Hunter Mystery series, the first of which, A DEATH IN DOOR COUNTY, was released in September 2022. The second book in the series, DEATH IN THE DARK WOODS, is scheduled for release in December of 2023.
Annelise also penned the rib-tickling12- book Mattie Winston Mystery series featuring the adventures of a wryly cynical nurse-turned-coroner in a small Wisconsin town and the spin-off Helping Hands Mysteries.
As Allyson K. Abbott, she authored a 6-book series known as the Mack’s Bar Mysteries (a bit of cheeky fun there with the initials on that nom de plume!)
And as Beth Amos, she has written more than 200 published articles, worked as a book reviewer for Barnes & Noble, and written five thrillers, three of which were published by HarperCollins in the late ’90s. She is an active member of Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and International Thriller Writers. She is a registered nurse whose past work experience has included everything from birth (obstetrics) to death (hospice). She recently retired after spending her last 20 years working in the ER and she is now enjoying several side hobbies, including competitive Scrabble, working with stained glass, and gardening.
ABOUT ERICA RUTH NEUBAUER
Erica Ruth Neubauer spent eleven years in the military, two years as a cop and one year as a high school English teacher before finding her way as a writer. She has reviewed mysteries and crime fiction for several years at publications such as Publishers Weekly, the Los Angeles Review of Books and Mystery Scene Magazine and is a member of both Mystery Writers of America and Sisters in Crime. When she’s not writing her next novel or curled up with a book, she enjoys traveling, yoga and craft beer. She lives in Milwaukee, WI with her husband.

New Year's Eve Celebration at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom
2023-12-31 18:00 - 2024-01-01 01:00 | The Stella Hotel & Ballroom, 5706 8th Avenue, Kenosha, 53140
Countdown to midnight in high style at The Stella Hotel’s New Year’s Eve Celebration in The Stella Ballroom! Start the evening with a cocktail reception with an open bar and a holiday grazing table featuring a delightful assortment of cured meats, artisanal local cheeses, and more. Indulge in a delicious 3-course dinner featuring crisp and refreshing Baby Romaine Salad, a captivating Duo Entree of Braised Angus Short Ribs and Stuffed Chicken Breast, and a tempting dessert station offering house-baked delights and an array of sweet small bites.
Following dinner, let loose and dance the night away with Silver Spoon Entertainment, who will be spinning your favorite tunes all evening long. As the clock strikes midnight, ring in the New Year with a champagne toast to complete this unforgettable night at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom.
Sunday, December 31, 2023 from 6:00pm – 1:00am | $139 Per Person (Event Only)
Two Pricing Options Available – Event Only or Overnight Package with Event Admission – *Reservations are required
Click here to view the menu and learn more – https://stellahotel.com/nye-celebration

Friends Trivia
2024-01-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Hold My Beer, 621 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Bring your best buds out, have a pint or two of beer, and try to outwit other teams. Sing along to “Smelly Cats” … whatever you’d like!
Play solo or play with a team of friends … enjoy drinks while playing.
The game will start at 7pm and last about two hours. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams!
Your purchase includes tickets for your team — each player will receive a $10 coupon valid for beer, food, and merch during the game … Another option is to come early or stick around after trivia and use the coupon toward axe throwing.
Tickets available at: chicagotriviaguys.ticketleap.com

Spring Fling Event at Millie Bo Peep
2024-02-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Millie Bo Beep, 5720 6th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
We will be opening our doors on a day where we are normally closed so that you can be the very first to see everything from our Spring & Summer collections! Grab the sizes you need while we have them available & in stock.
Date: Tuesday, February 20th
Time: 5-7PM
Location: Millie Bo Peep (in-store only)
5720 6th Ave., Kenosha, WI 53140
We do have a limited amount of tickets available for this event, so register early! If you register, you will also be able to participate in our raffles. We have $500+ in merch + gift cards that we’ll be raffling off!
REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spring-fling-event-tickets-832656607327?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

Union Park Tavern Live Music
2024-03-01 21:00 - 23:00, 2024-03-02 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-03-07 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-03-08 21:00 - 23:00, 2024-03-09 20:00 - 23:00, 2024-03-15 21:00 - 23:00 | Union Park Tavern, 4520 8th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
March Line Up at UPT

Friday, March 1— Sipos & Young’s Open Mic 9 PM

Saturday, March 2 – Chicago/Kenosha Metra Irish Folk Band 7 to 10 PM

Thursday, March 7 – Pat Garrett pick and pull open mic 8 PM
Every other Thursday of the month the rhythm dog blues jam at 8 PM

Friday, March 8 – Solo Artist Mitch Downey 9PM

Saturday, March 9 – Old Brown Shoes 8 to 11 PM

Friday, March 15 – What’s more Irish than a FISH FRY with Fish & Chips, traditional Irish soup, desserts, cocktails and beers after that we have Blue Ruin (rockabilly) 9 PM

Saturday, March 16 – St. Paddy’s at Union Park Tavern! 3pm kenosha area pipes and drums. 8-11pm – Kenowhere Kilts (Irish Folk). Open 9am until closing. Kitchen Open from 9am-9pm serving our regular late risers, breakfast and lunch and dinner menu. Along with corned, beef, hash and eggs, Irish Chedder Soup, corned beef and cabbage and brown bread, grasshopper pie and black and tan cheesecake.

St Patrick’s Day – St Paddy’s After Party Late Risers Breakfast starting at 9am with our regular menu along with corned beef hash and eggs, Some fancy Irish stuffed French toast, Irish coffees, Rachael’s Lucky leprechaun Mimosa (Racheal will name it.) After that, stay for our diminutive keeper of musical nonsense as CY hosts his Piano Jams 4-7PM.

Friday, March 22 – solo Artist Mykal Baas 9pm

Saturday, March 23 – 2nd Hand Silver 8-11pm

Friday, March 29 – Josh Garside Meyers Trio (Jazz) 9PM

Saturday, March 30 – Jill Plaisted Band 8-11PM

Friday, April 5 – Sipos & Young’s Open Mic 9 PM

Saturday, April 6 – the rhythm dog (blues) 8 to 11 PM
