Top 5 things to do in Kenosha this weekend:
Perseids Meteor Shower viewing events
Pringle Nature Center
9-10:30 p.m. Thursday (August 11)
Pringle Nature Center at Bristol Woods, 9800 160th Ave.
Experience the wonders of the cosmos during what is often called the best meteor shower in our region! Participants will have the opportunity to learn about this summer phenomenon and how best to view it before spending the evening stargazing under the dark sky in Bristol Woods. No registration required, and admission is “pay what you wish.” Minors must be accompanied by an adult. In the event of clouds or adverse weather, the program will be rescheduled for Friday (Aug. 12).
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Hawthorn Hollow’s Schoolyard Observatory
Session 1: 9-11 p.m., Session 2: 11:15 p.m.-1 a.m. Friday (Aug. 12)
Hawthorn Hollow, 880 Green Bay Rd.
In our area, spectators can expect to see the greatest number of meteors during the shower’s peak between Aug. 11-12 this year, according to the American Meteor Society (AMS). Enjoy the display in zero gravity chairs. Tickets are $12, separate registration required for Session 1 or Session 2.
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PHOTO: KENOSHA KINGFISH
Kenosha Kingfish
6:35 p.m. Thursday (Aug. 11)
Historic Simmons Field, 7817 Sheridan Rd.
The Kingfish host Traverse City in the final home game of the 2022 regular season.
Tickets $8-$35
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Holy Rosary Festival
5-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, noon-10 p.m. Sunday (Aug. 12-14).
Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 2224 45th St.
Live music, games, raffle. A spaghetti dinner is available for purchase Sunday from noon-5 p.m.
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Babe-alon 5 “Winter Wonderland”
7:30 p.m. Saturday (Aug. 13)
Rhode Center for the Arts, 514 56th St.
Popular music/comedy revue featuring Kasey Foster, Kiley B. Moore, Tara Smith, with a full band
Tickets start at $15
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PHOTO: KIRSTEN and JEFF HASTY
Great Lakes Watercross and Freestyle Triple Crown
Noon-6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday (Aug. 13-14)
Pennoyer Park, 3601 7th Ave.
Watch jet-ski racing on a closed course on Lake Michigan. Free for spectators.
Heads Up
Next weekend Kenosha native son John Sieger brings his Combo to Anodyne Coffee Shop, 224 W. Bruce St., Milwaukee at 6 p.m. Aug. 21. Tickets are $15 for this small venue show.
The Lineup
THURSDAY, Aug. 11
Music
Bristol Woodstock Concert Series, Micah Olsan (Pop, rock, covers), 6-8 p.m. Bristol Woods Park, 9800 160th Ave. Subject to weather conditions. Free.
Peanut Butter & Jam Concert Series, Dwayne Dopsie & the Zydeco Hellraisers, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Veterans Park, outside City Hall, 625 52th St. Free.
The Rhythm Dogs Blues Jam, 8 p.m. Union Park Tavern, 4520 8th Ave.
Potpourri
Perseids Meteor Shower Viewing, 9-10:30 p.m., Pringle Nature Center at Bristol Woods, 9800 160th Ave. No registration required, admission is “pay what you wish.” Minors must be accompanied by an adult. In the event of clouds or adverse weather, the program will be rescheduled for Friday (Aug. 12).
Kenosha Kingfish home season finale vs. Traverse City, 6:35 p.m., Historic Simmons Field, 7817 Sheridan Rd. Tickets $8-$35.
Create @theSpace Open Stage, 7-11 p.m., Kenosha Creative Space, 624 57th St. Hosted by Haven Wells. Project work and sharing 7 p.m., music begins at 8 p.m.
Lunar Yoga, 6-7 p.m., Hawthorn Hollow, 880 Green Bay Rd $20, registration required. Classes are health and wellness-based, intimate, and personalized. Taught by Pamela Grubb LSW, E-RYT 500, C-IAYT of Mindful Yoga. Bring a yoga mat or towel, bug spray, and water.
Loyal to the Union, Ohio in the Civil War. Explore the people and events that made the Buckeye state unique and so important to the Union cause. Civil War Museum, 5400 1st Ave. Daily hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday.
Family
Petzke Park & Play Bilingual Storytime, 9:30-11 a.m., 2820 14th Ave. Come to the shaded area adjacent to the Dream Playground for a 30-minute storytime, followed by playtime, bubbles and more.
Preschool Storytime, 10-10:30 a.m. Northside Library, 2700 15th Ave. Books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime for ages 3-5.
Perfect Patches, 11 a.m.-noon, Southwest Library, 7979 38th Ave. Learn some basic embroidery techniques and make patches to mend and personalize your clothes. Ages 5-12.
Kidding Around Yoga, 3-3:45, Northside Library, 1500 27th Ave. Ages 5-12 can shake, sing, and be silly while learning basic yoga poses, mindfulness, and meditation! Kidding Around Yoga (KAY) is a fun and engaging practice for young yogis. Class is led by a KPL staff member who is a certified KAY teacher. Registration required.
FRIDAY, Aug. 12
Music
Would You Kindly? 8-11 p.m., Kenosha Brewing Company (outdoor event), 4017 80th St. Free.
Sweet Sheiks (Music from the 1910s 20s 30s) 6-9 p.m., Union Park Tavern Biergarten, 4520 8th Ave.
Rusty Chicken (folk/blues), 9 p.m., Union Park Tavern (inside the bar), 4520 8th Ave.
Potpourri
Full Moon Drum Circle, 7-8 pm., Hawthorn Hollow, Nature Sanctuary and Arboretum, 880 Green Bay Rd. Instruments will be available or bring your own. Bench seating is available, or bring a chair or blanket. Park in the main lot near the nature center and head down the path to the west to the amphitheater. Free.
Schoolyard Observatory Perseid Meteor Shower viewing, Session 1: 9-11 p.m., Session 2: 11:15 p.m.-1 a.m., Hawthorn Hollow, 880 Green Bay Rd. Enjoy the display in zero gravity chairs. Tickets are $12, separate registration required for Session 1 or Session 2.
Second Friday lecture series presents “Major Ephraim Cutler Dawes: Outside of a Famous Brother’s Shadow,” noon-1 p.m., Civil War Museum, 5400 1st Ave. Presenter Steve Magnusen tells the fascinating story of the youngest brother in one of the Civil War’s most remarkable fighting families.
Comedian John DaCosse, 8 p.m., Kenosha Comedy Club, Wyndham Garden Harborside, 5125 6th Ave. Tickets $14 plus fees.
Holy Rosary Festival, 5-10 p.m., Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 2224 45th St. Live music, games, raffle.
Loyal to the Union, Ohio in the Civil War. Explore the people and events that made the Buckeye state unique and so important to the Union cause. Civil War Museum, 5400 1st Ave. Daily hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday.
Family
Movie Night in the Park “Gremlins,” beginning at dusk, Petrifying Springs Park, 5555 7th St. Viewing area is located adjacent to the Biergarten. More information
Fantastic Froggers 1-3 p.m., Richard Bong Recreation Area, 26313 Burlington Rd., Kansasville. Catch, observe, and release amphibians and other water creatures. All ages welcome! Meet near the beach at Shelter 3. Vehicle admission sticker is required: $8 per day for vehicles with Wisconsin plates (seniors $3) / $11 for vehicles with out-of-state plates. Annual state park vehicle admission sticker is also available.
Bilingual Storytime, 9:30-10 a.m., Southwest Library Park, 7979 38th Ave. ¡Bienvenidos! We will read libros and sing canciones! In case of inclement weather, storytime will be moved inside Southwest Library.
Preschool Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m., Southwest Library Park, 7979 38th Ave. Bring a blanket or towel to sit on and enjoy socially distanced stories, rhymes, and songs in the fresh air. In case of inclement weather, storytime will be moved inside Southwest Library.
Teen After-Hours: True Crime, 6-8 p.m., Southwest Library, 7979 38th Ave. Spend the evening with the library exploring true crime. Conduct investigations and learn how the experts solve cases. Snacks will be provided. Ages 12-19. Registration required.
SATURDAY, Aug. 13
Music
Smith-Nelson Project, 8:30-11:30 p.m., 58 Below, 504 58th St.
Big Brass Style Band, 6 p.m., Petrifying Springs Biergarten, 5555 7th St.
Terry James and the Blue Flames (Blues) 6-9 p.m., Union Park Tavern Biergarten, 4520 8th Ave.
Floral Gin (rock), 9 p.m., Union Park Tavern (inside bar), 4520 8th Ave.
Gabriel Sanchez, 9 p.m.-12 a.m., The Boat House, 4917 7th Ave.
Joey Belotti & the Change Machine, 5:30, Holy Rosary Festival, 2224 45th St.
Vinyl Remix, 7-10 p.m., Holy Rosary Festival, 2224 45th St.
Art
Second Saturday Opening Reception, 6-9 p.m., Lemon Street Gallery, 4601 Sheridan Rd. Featured artists Nancy Neider, Sherri Wistrom, and Chuck Keller.
Potpourri
Bristol Renaissance Faire, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., 12550 120th Ave. Tickets: Adults $30, senior (62+) $28 (box office only), military w/ID $28 (box office only), children (ages 5-12) $15, children 4 and younger admitted free. Saturdays and Sundays through Sept. 5.
Kenosha HarborMarket, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 2nd Avenue at 56th St. and Place de Douai.
Kenosha Public Market, 625 52nd St. adjacent to Veterans Park.
Library Park Historic District Walking Tour, 11-12:30 p.m., Library Park, 711 59th Pl. $10, Registration required. Please call (262) 654-5770 for more information.
Monterey Boats Pop Up Open House, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Southport Marina, 21 56th St. The public is welcome to come see boats on display and in the water. Free.
Behind the Scenes Tour of the Simmons Library, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Simmons Library, 711 59th Pl. Enjoy a peek behind the scenes of our local historic treasure. Learn about Zalmon Simmons, Daniel H. Burnham, and the history of this beautiful building. This tour involves significant stair climbing. Due to the historic nature of the Simmons Library, the building is not equipped with a ramp for entrance. This event requires the use of a spiral staircase. Registration required.
Observe the Night Sky, 9 p.m., Richard Bong Recreation Area, 26313 Burlington Rd., Kansasville. Meet in Parking lot F to observe the night sky using telescopes or binoculars. Vehicle admission sticker is required: $8 per day for vehicles with Wisconsin plates (seniors $3) / $11 for vehicles with out-of-state plates. Annual state park vehicle admission sticker is also available. This event is weather permitting. On overcast nights the event will be canceled.
Great Lakes Watercross and Freestyle Triple Crown, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Pennoyer Park, 3601 7th Ave. Watch jet-ski racing on a closed course on Lake Michigan. Free for spectators.
Holy Rosary Festival , 5-10 p.m., Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 2224 45th St. Live music, games, raffle.
Community Shred Event, 9 a.m.-noon, Kenosha Achievement Center, 1218 79th St. Sponsored by Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce and Community State Bank. Free, with donations accepted to support the KAC.
Sweet Corn Fest, 10 a.m-6 p.m., Jerry Smith Pumpkin Farm, 7150 18th St. Featuring live music, food trucks and sweet corn for purchase.
Comedian John DaCosse, 8 p.m., Kenosha Comedy Club, Wyndham Garden Harborside, 5125 6th Ave. Tickets $14 plus fees.
Kooler by the Lake 2K22 Volkswagen/Audi enthusiast car show, noon-6 p.m., Kennedy Park, 4051 5th Ave. A portion of beer garden sales will be donated to the Safe Harbor Humane Society. Free for spectators, vehicles on display require registration.
Babe-a-lon 5 “Winter Wonderland”, 7:30 p.m., Rhode Center for the Arts, 514 56th St. Popular music/comedy revue featuring Kasey Foster, Kiley B. Moore, Tara Smith, with a full band. Tickets start at $15.
Southport Light Station Museum – Climb a Lighthouse, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday-Sunday, 5117 4th Ave.Free admission for the keeper’s house tour; donations are welcome. Lighthouse climb costs $10 for ages 12 and over, $5 for children 8-11 years old. (Must be 8 or older to climb.)
Loyal to the Union, Ohio in the Civil War. Explore the people and events that made the Buckeye state unique and so important to the Union cause. Civil War Museum, 5400 1st Ave. Daily hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday.
Aquanuts Water Show, 6 p.m., Lance Park, 55 Lance Dr., Twin Lakes.
Warrior Poet Yoga traveling series sponsored by Kenosha County Parks, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Old Settlers Park. Registration required.
Saturday Night Racing, Wilmot Raceway at Kenosha County Fairgrounds,, 30820 111th St. Pit gate opens 3 p.m., grandstands open 5 p.m., hot laps at 6:30 p.m., racing at 7:30 p.m.
Family
Back To School Supply Drive, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Kenosha Public Market, 625 52nd St. Games for kids, public school t-shirts, yard signs, and more), sponsored by the Kenosha Education Association.
Family Storytime, 10-10:30 a.m., Simmons Library Park, 711 59th Pl. Bring a blanket or towel to sit on and enjoy socially distanced stories, rhymes, and songs in the fresh air! The whole family is invited to come read stories, sing songs, and have fun. In case of inclement weather, storytime will be moved inside the Simmons Library.
Splash Art, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Southwest Library Park, 7979 38th Ave. Splish, splash! Water fun just for babies under 18 months. Paint with colored water to make a keepsake to take home. Dress for a mess, or even bathing suits for this outdoor event.
SUNDAY, Aug. 14
Music
Jay Matthes, 3 p.m., Petrifying Springs Biergarten, 5555 7th St.
Cy’s Piano Jams, 4-7 p.m., Union Park Tavern, 4520 8th Ave.
Potpourri
Bristol Renaissance Faire, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., 12550 120th Ave. Tickets: Adults $30, senior (62+) $28 (box office only), military w/ID $28 (box office only), children (ages 5-12) $15, children 4 and younger admitted free. Saturdays and Sundays through Sept. 5.
Great Lakes Watercross and Freestyle Triple Crown, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Pennoyer Park, 3601 7th Ave. Watch jet-ski racing on a closed course on Lake Michigan. Awards ceremony 1:30 p.m. Free for spectators.
Sweet Corn Fest, 10 a.m-6 p.m., Jerry Smith Pumpkin Farm, 7150 18th St. Featuring live music, food trucks and sweet corn for purchase.
Kenosha Bridal Expo, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., The Vault, 625 57th St. Vendors, samples, and more. Tickets $5 plus fees.
Guest Author T.R. Nickel and Artist Luke Daab, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Ave. Daab’s work is well known to many as he produces art for McDonald’s Happy Meals and has worked with Pixar, Tonka, Marvel, DC Comics and more.
Holy Rosary Festival, Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 2224 45th St., noon-10 p.m. Live music, games, raffle. Spaghetti dinner available for purchase noon-5 p.m.
Warrior Poet Yoga traveling series sponsored by Kenosha County Parks, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Bristol Woods, 9800 160th Ave. Registration required.
Loyal to the Union, Ohio in the Civil War. Explore the people and events that made the Buckeye state unique and so important to the Union cause. Civil War Museum, 5400 1st Ave. Daily hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday.
Family
Sunday Story Time, 11 a.m.-noon, Blue House Books, 5615 6th Ave. A. Special guest readers will have stories and activities for kids.
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