JULY, 2004 - Special Events

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POTAWATOMI BINGO CASINO, 1721 W. Canal St. Located minutes from downtown, this two-story entertainment complex offers high-stakes bingo; craps, roulette, blackjack table games, and video and reel slot machines. 500-seat cabaret-style theater and 1,800-seat concert hall host some of the nation’s top performers. Dining options include international buffet, sports bar & grill, fine dining restaurant and snack bars. Open 24 hours a day. Call toll-free, 1-800-PAYS-BIG or visit www.paysbig.com

BETTY BRINN CHILDREN’S MUSEUM, 929 E. Wisconsin Ave. Ongoing activities include Krafty Kids, ages three and up, 11 a.m. Thursday; Puppet Play, all ages, 11:30 a.m. Saturday; A Tisket, A Tasket, ages three and up, 2 p.m. Friday; Tot Time, ages one to three years and parent or caregiver, 11 a.m. Tuesday & Wednesday, 10 a.m. Thursday & Saturday.
390-5437.

GOLD DOLLAR TOURS, daily; Departing downtown Hilton Milwaukee City Center, Hyatt Regency and Pfister hotels, tours showcase Milwaukee beginning at 10 a.m. at the Hilton. Also shuttles to Mayfair Mall from downtown hotels at 9:15 a.m., returning at 1:30 p.m. For reservations, call 321-8940.

SUMMERFEST, through July 4; Henry Maier Festival Park. World’s largest music festival features entertainment on 13 different stages, offerings from the area’s restaurants, comedians, children’s play area, daily demonstrations and activities, and much more. 800-273-3378.

KIDZ DAYS AT THE CENTER, through Aug. 27; Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, 929 N. Water St. Live programming Tuesdays through Fridays on the KidZ Stage or Peck Pavilion featuring a variety of entertainment and educational programs by local, regional and national groups. 273-ARTS.

FARMER’S MARKETS, through the fall, various locations. East Town Farm Market, Saturday mornings through Oct. 11 in Cathedral Square Park, E. Kilbourn Ave. Between Jackson and Jefferson Sts. Westown Farmer’s Market, Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. through Oct. 19 in Zeidler Union Square, Michigan St. between 3rd and 4th Sts.

“ QUEST” FIRST THURSDAY EVENING HOURS, July 1; Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W. Wells St. Open for “The Quest for Immortality” exhibit until 9 p.m. Timed entry available until 8:30 p.m. Advance reservations recommended,
278-2728.

U.S. BANK FIREWORKS, July 3; Milwaukee’s downtown lakefront, just north of the Milwaukee Art Museum. Family activities begin at noon, fireworks at 9:20 p.m.

RAPTOR SATURDAY, July 3; Schlitz Audubon Center, 1111 E. Brown Deer Rd. 1-2 p.m. 352-2880.

GALLERY TALK, July 6; Milwaukee Art Museum, 700 N. Art Museum Dr. Glenn Adamson, MAM adjunct curator. 1:30 p.m. 224-3200.

SUNSET ZOOFARIS, July 7, 14, 21, 28 and Aug. 4; Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W. Bluemound Rd. After closing at 5 p.m., the zoo reopens and features live music and all the animals. Bring a picnic dinner or purchase food at the zoo. Sponsored by Tri City National Bank. 6-9 p.m. 256-5412.

BASTILLE DAYS, July 8-11; East Town area. Celebrate French
history and culture as the streets of Milwaukee are transformed into a mini French city complete with an Eiffel tour. Free festival features street entertainers, a marketplace, over 25 sidewalk cafes and the annual “Storm the Bastille” 5K fun run/walk.
271-1416.

EXHIBTION PREVIEW CELEBRATION, July 8; Milwaukee Art Museum. Opening of “Magnetic North: The Landscapes of Tom Uttech.” 5:30 p.m. talk followed by outdoor reception and cash bar. 224-3200.

MILWAUKEE GAMEFEST, July 9; Midwest Airlines Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. 908-6000.

SOUTH SHORE FROLICS, July 9-11; South Shore Park, 2900
S. Shore Dr. Food, music and spectacular fireworks nightly.
224-2947, 769-8886.

GATHERING ON THE GREEN, July 10; Rotary Park, 4000 W. Highland Rd., Mequon. Celebration of the arts includes Milwaukee Ballet Company, Florentine Opera, Bel Canto Chorus and Trinity Irish Dance Academy. 262-242-6158.

BRUNCH UNDER THE BURKE BRISE SOLEIL, July 11; Milwaukee Art Museum. MAM presents a champagne brunch in Windhover Hall with musical entertainment. 224-3830.

MUSIC IN THE MUSEUM, July 13; Milwaukee Art Museum. Jeffrey Hollander plays the music of George Gershwin. 5:30 p.m. 224-3200.

FESTA ITALIANA, July 15-18; Maier Festival Park (Summerfest Grounds). City’s oldest lakefront ethnic festival.(See the KEY Cover Feature on pages 8-9. 223-2808.

THANK GOODNESS IT’S THURSDAY, July 15; Milwaukee Art Museum. Casual Thursday features free appetizers and cash bar. 5:30-8 p.m. 224-3200.

SPRECHERFEST, July 16-17; Heidelberg Park, 700 W. Lexington Blvd. (I-43 North to Silver Spring Dr./East Exit, south on Port Washington Rd.), Glendale. Wide selection of beers and gourmet sodas from Sprecher Brewing Co., plus many popular entertainers and bands. 964-7837.

GARFIELD AVENUE BLUES, GOSPEL & ARTS FESTIVAL, July 17; Garfield Ave. & 4th-7th Sts. Free family entertainment provided by inner city blues bands, dance groups, and gospel choirs, BBQ and Louisiana Boil ethnic foods..

PORT FISH DAY, July 17; Port Washington. World’s largest one-day Fish Fry, parade, auto show, art and craft show, live entertainment, carnival and more. 262-284-0900.

ADVENTURE WEEKEND: COMMUNICATION IN ANCIENT EGYPT, July 17-19; Milwaukee Public Museum. Hands-on activities, take-home crafts and presentations exploring ancient Egypt. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat.& Sun., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon. 278-2728.

MAXWELL STREET DAY, July 18; Fireman’s Park, Cedarburg. 38th year for the popular flea market, where shoppers browse antiques, collectibles, crafts and produce.

U.S. BANK CHAMPIONSHIP, July 19-25; Brown Deer Golf Course, 7835 N. Green Bay Rd. PGA Tour brings 156 of the best golfers in the world to Milwaukee to compete for a $3.5 million purse. This nationally televised competition formerly was known as the Greater Milwaukee Open.

GALLERY TALKS, July 21, 22 & 27; Milwaukee Art Museum.
224-3200.

THE MAGIC OF ANCIENT EGYPTIAN ART, July 22; Milwaukee Public Museum. 5:30 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. lecture. 278-2728.

TREASURY OF GARDENS TOUR, July 23; Gardens throughout the North Shore. Tickets available at Milwaukee Art Museum Store and other locations. Proceeds benefit the African American Art Alliance. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 224-3200.

BEASTIE BEAST POSTER SIGNING EVENT, July 23-24; Downtown Milwaukee. 5-8 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat. 291-6010.

GALLERY NIGHT AND DAY, July 23-24; Downtown Milwaukee. Gallery hopping Friday night and all day Saturday throughout downtown. Free parking in Historic Third Ward parking structures, 212 N. Milwaukee St. and 225 E. Chicago St. Friday night 5-9 p.m., ride the Gallery night Xpress, a 20-passenger bus. 271-1416.

GERMAN FEST, July 23-25; Maier Festival Park (Summerfest grounds). German cuisine, ethnic music and unique gifts. 464-9444.

PUBLIC DAY AND BIKE RIDE, July 24; Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, 19805 W. Capitol Dr., Brookfield. Five or 10- mile bike ride, food, wagon rides, rock climbing walls, live music and art projects. 262-373-5028.

BRADY STREET ARTISAN FOOD FESTIVAL, July 25; Brady Street area. Celebrates local artisan food manufacturers, including cheese, beer, wine, organic growers and local restaurants.

EAA AIRVENTURE, July 27-Aug. 2; Wittman Regional Airport, Oshkosh. World’s largest sports aviation gathering annually attracts more than 800,000 people and 11,000 airplanes. 920-426-4800.

STORYTELLING AND S’MORE, July 29; Milwaukee Art Museum.
7 p.m. 224-3200.

MILWAUKEE RALLY, July 29-Aug. 1; State Fair Park, 8100 W. Greenfield Ave. This bike show features tattoo contest and demonstration rides. Four –day passes at $15 available at participating Harley-Davidson dealerships.

RIVERFEST, July 29-Aug. 1; Frame Park, Waukesha. 262-548-1744.

AFRICAN WORLD FESTIVAL, July 30-Aug. 1; Maier Festival Park (Summerfest grounds). Heritage, culture, entertainment and family activities. 372-4567.

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