Top 5 things to do in Kenosha this weekend:
Kids & Family Expo
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday (March 18)
Pleasant Prairie RecPlex Fieldhouse, 9900 Terwall Terrace
The Expo features a variety of activities, games, food, and more. This year’s theme is “Candyland.” New this year is a craft fair. Free and open to the public.
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St. Patrick’s Day at Ashling
8 a.m.-midnight Friday (March 17)
Ashling on the Lough, 125 56th St.
Serving Irish and American breakfast 8-11 a.m., St. Patrick’s menu 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Milwaukee Irish Dance Company noon-6 p.m., Ian Gould performing 7-9:45 p.m. No reservations.
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16th Annual Kenosha Krawl
11 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday (March 18)
Various locations throughout Kenosha
The Kenosha Area Pipes & Drums Association, made up of Firefighters, Police Officers, and Sheriff Deputies, performs with a portion of the proceeds supporting the Professional Firefighters of Wisconsin Charitable Foundation Summer Camp for Burn Injured Youth. Various locations include: 11a.m.: Mason’s Pub & Eatery, 7000 74th Pl., Noon: Starlite Club, 8936 24th Ave., 1 p.m.: Ruffolo’s Special Pizza II, 3931 45th St., 2 p.m.: Kenosha Yacht Club, 5130 4th Ave., 3 p.m.: Boat House Pub & Eatery, 4917 7th Ave., 4 p.m.: 58 Below, 504 58th St., 6 p.m.: Upper East, 622 58th St., 7 p.m.: Kaiser’s Pizza & Pub, 510 57th St., 8 p.m.: Our Kenosha Tap, 3221 60th St., 9 p.m.: The Clubhouse Pub and Grille, 2621 30th Ave.
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51st Annual Districtwide Student Art Show
Gallery Opening 5-7 p.m. Friday (March 17)
Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Ave.
More than 1,000 works of art from KUSD’s elementary, middle, high and charter schools will be on display and juried for a variety award recognitions. A Gallery Opening will kick off the event. Members of the district’s fine arts staff will be at the event to meet, greet and speak with visitors. Through April 23. Free. Museum hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m.
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It’s Maple Sugarin’ Time
10 a.m. and 1 p.m. time slots, Saturday (March 18)
Hawthorn Hollow, 880 Green Bay Rd.
Participants will experience the art and traditions of maple sugaring through hands-on activities, such as tree identification & tapping, sap cooking, and a crafting session. The program is designed for families and adults. Tickets $15, registration is required. This is a two-hour outdoor program, please come dressed for the weather (boots recommended).
THE LINEUP
THURSDAY. March 16
Music
Rhythm Dogs Blues Jam, 8:30 p.m., Union Park Tavern, 4520 8th Ave.
Art
Creatives Club, 5-8 p.m., Lemon Street Gallery & ArtSpace, 4601 Sheridan Rd. Bring in a current art project, whether it’s a painting, drawing, mixed media, poetry, or lyrics for a song and work on it with us! Get to know fellow artists, get motivated to work on a project, and have some snacks. An existing project isn’t necessary. Art supplies, stuff to make collages, and painting/drawing supplies will be available to start a new project. Open to the public and free to attend.
2023 Art Exhibition, 1-4 p.m., Anderson Arts Center, 6603 3rd Ave. Free. (Through March 19).
Theater/Dance
KUSD Fine Arts Presents Resilience – Bradford Dance, 7 p.m., Bradford Auditorium, 3700 Washington Rd. Tickets $11 general public, $8 students/staff/senior citizens.
KUSD Theatre Arts presents “The Play that Goes Wrong,” 7:30 p.m., Tremper High School Auditorium, 8560 26th Ave. Tickets $13 general public/$11 senior citizens/$6 students and staff.
Potpourri
Afternoon Movie @ Northside: “Mr. Holland’s Opus,” 12:30-3 p.m., Northside Library, 1500 27th Ave. Doors to Community Room A open at 12:15. Free.
More than Money: Borrowing Use and Don’t Abuse, 6-8 p.m., Urban League of Kenosha/Racine, 1418 68th St. In this session, students will weigh the benefits and risks of borrowing. Students will calculate the cost of borrowing options. Students will learn ways to establish a good credit rating. Students will learn about the rights and responsibilities of borrowers and lenders. Students will take steps to protect themselves from identity fraud. Presented in partnership with the Kenosha Public Library. Free. Registration required.
More than Money: Budgeting that Works, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Southwest Library, 7979 38th Ave. Learning how to budget is a great way to achieve your financial goals. Whether you are making a budget for yourself, your household or your business, we will show you how to manage and stick to your budget. Presented in partnership withNorth Shore Bank. Registration required.
“Changing Trends in Women’s Fashion and Body Image: Late 1800s vs Early 1900s.” exhibit talk, with Carthage College student Abigail Swihart, 7:30 p.m. Northside Library, 1500 27th Ave. Swihart looks at the changing “ideal” of a woman’s body via changing fashion. The exhibit features the Dovie Horvitz Women’s Collection, a special collection of the Kenosha County Historical Society. The exhibit will be on display through March 31 during library hours.
Cribbage Club, 6-7:30 p.m., Southwest Library, 7979 38th Ave. Players of all skill levels are welcome to join a fun new club. Boards, pegs, and cards are supplied.
WCH Kenosha, Kenosha History Center, 220 51st Pl. This Women’s History Month exhibit is presented with Women and Children’s Horizons, which looks at the history and mission of WCH in Kenosha. Incorporated with the state in 1976, WCH is the oldest incorporated shelter in Wisconsin and offers services to all victims of abuse regardless of age, gender, or sex, as well as training to the general public. The Kenosha History Center is honored to be able to bring a snapshot of their mission to the museum. The Kenosha History Center will also be taking donations for WCH, cash or needed items (see https://wchkenosha.org/wish-list for a list), through the month. Museum hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m.
1LT Edna Gray: WWII Army Nurse, Kenosha History Center, 220 51st Pl. This exhibit, designed by Kenosha History Center volunteer Royanne Moon, looks at the military experience of a Kenosha woman. Edna Gray was 35 years old when she was Kenosha’s first nurse volunteer. She kept a scrapbook of her experience, which was donated to the museum. Through March 31. Museum hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m.
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. Through June 4.
Family
Trash to Treasure, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Uptown Neighborhood Library, 2419 63rd St. Let’s celebrate our planet by transforming recyclables into beautiful treasures. Families with children of all ages.
Preschool Storytime, 10-10:30 p.m., Northside Library 1500 27th Ave. Designed for children ages 3-5. Children enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime.
FRIDAY. March 17
Music
Kenowhere Kilts (Celtic music with a bit of a modern twist), 9 p.m., Union Park Tavern, 4520 8th Ave.
St. Patrick’s Day music at Captain Mike’s 5118 6th Ave., Matt Meyer, 6-7 p.m.; The Craic, 7-10 p.m., Matt Meyer & Friends, 10 p.m.-close. Food by Galley Food Truck.
Beaker and Youch, 9 p.m., Pavle’s Lounge, 1724 52nd St.
TRIP Band, 6:30 p.m., Moose Lodge, 3003 30th Ave.
Art
51st Annual Districtwide Student Art Show Gallery Opening 5-7 p.m. Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Ave. More than 1,000 works of art from KUSD’s elementary, middle, high and charter schools will be on display and juried for a variety award recognitions. A Gallery Opening will kick off the event. Members of the district’s fine arts staff will be at the event to meet, greet and speak with visitors. Through April 23. Free. Museum hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m.
2023 Art Exhibition, 1-4 p.m., Anderson Arts Center, 6603 3rd Ave. Free. (Through March 19).
Theater/KUSD
KUSD Fine Arts Presents Resilience – Bradford Dance, 7 p.m., Bradford Auditorium, 3700 Washington Rd. Tickets $11 general public, $8 students/staff/senior citizens.
KUSD Theatre Arts presents “The Play that Goes Wrong,” 7:30 p.m., Tremper High School Auditorium, 8560 26th Ave. Tickets $13 general public/$11 senior citizens/$6 students and staff.
Potpourri
St. Patrick’s Day at Ashling, 8 a.m.-midnight, Ashling on the Lough, 125 56th St. Serving Irish and American breakfast 8-11 a.m., St. Patrick’s menu 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Milwaukee Irish Dance Company noon-6 p.m., Ian Gould performing 7-9:45 p.m. No reservations.
Guest Fantasy genre authors Al Lytle & Toi Blasier, 5-7 p.m., Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Ave. The authors will be talking with customers and signing copies of their book “Gates of Divinity.”
“Changing Trends in Women’s Fashion and Body Image: Late 1800s vs Early 1900s.” exhibit talk, with Carthage College student Abigail Swihart, 7:30 p.m. Northside Library, 1500 27th Ave. Swihart looks at the changing “ideal” of a woman’s body via changing fashion. The exhibit features the Dovie Horvitz Women’s Collection, a special collection of the Kenosha County Historical Society. The exhibit will be on display through March 31 during library hours.
Tarot Card Reading, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Blue House Books, 5915 6th Ave. A. To celebrate the Spring Equinox, learn Tarot card basics and experience a reading. Special guest Tarot readers, Holly Wargo and Meghan Sherwood, will present the history and basics of Tarot. Following the discussion, all guests will receive the option to have a Tarot card reading from one of our special guest readers. Blue House Books will be open for shopping as well and will have a selection of Tarot decks and guide books. General Entry Ticket – $25, includes event entry and private Tarot reading VIP Ticket – $45 includes event entry, priority reading for your private Tarot reading, and your own Tarot deck.
Hypnotist/Comedian John Cerbone, 8 p.m., Kenosha Comedy Club, Wyndham Garden Hotel, 5125 6th Ave. Tickets $20 plus fees.
WCH Kenosha, Kenosha History Center, 220 51st Pl. This Women’s History Month exhibit is presented with Women and Children’s Horizons, which looks at the history and mission of WCH in Kenosha. Incorporated with the state in 1976, WCH is the oldest incorporated shelter in Wisconsin and offers services to all victims of abuse regardless of age, gender, or sex, as well as training to the general public. The Kenosha History Center is honored to be able to bring a snapshot of their mission to the museum. The Kenosha History Center will also be taking donations for WCH, cash or needed items (see https://wchkenosha.org/wish-list for a list), through the month. Museum hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m.
1LT Edna Gray: WWII Army Nurse, Kenosha History Center, 220 51st Pl. This exhibit, designed by Kenosha History Center volunteer Royanne Moon, looks at the military experience of a Kenosha woman. Edna Gray was 35 years old when she was Kenosha’s first nurse volunteer. She kept a scrapbook of her experience, which was donated to the museum. Through March 31. Museum hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m.
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. Through June 4.
Family
Brown Bag Movies: “DC League of Super Pets,” Noon-2 p.m., Northside Library, 1500 27th Ave. Bring a lunch or some movie snacks and watch a fun family film on the big screen.
Teen Space @ Northside, 3-5:30 p.m., Northside Library, 1500 27th Ave. Start your weekend off at the library! Watch a movie, play games, and hang out with your friends! We will have pop-up activities available at this drop-in program. Ages 12-19.
Artsy Afternoons: Marshmallow Printmaking, 2:30-4:30 p.m., Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Ave. Explore the amazing world of art through the eyes of artists and see how their artwork can inspire. Try new techniques and get creativity flowing. All materials are included in this free program. Register HERE for ages 5-6, register HERE for ages 7-10.
Once Upon a Cuento Bilingual Storytime, 9:30-10 a.m., Southwest Library, 7979 38th Ave. ¡Bienvenidos! to our storytime bilingüe. We will read libros and sing canciones. All ages.
Preschool Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m., Southwest Library, 7979 38th Ave. Preschool Storytime is designed for children ages 3-5. Children enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime.
Toddler Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Northside Library, 1500 27th Ave. Approximately 20 minutes of stories, songs and fingerplays for children ages 1-2 and their caregivers.
SATURDAY, March 18
Music
Ash Can School and Moon Rebels, 8-11 p.m., Union Park Tavern, 4520 8th Ave.
Bin Chicken and Revival, 58 Below, 504 58th St. No cover.
Tim & Liam, 8 p.m., Rustic Road, 5706 6th Ave.
Poor Pauly with Wunderlich and Midnight Crow, 8 p.m., The Brat Stop, 12304 75th St. $10 cover.
Art
51st Annual Districtwide Student Art Show Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Ave. More than 1,000 works of art from KUSD’s elementary, middle, high and charter schools will be on display and juried for a variety award recognitions. A Gallery Opening will kick off the event. Members of the district’s fine arts staff will be at the event to meet, greet and speak with visitors. Through April 23. Free. Museum hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m.
2023 Art Exhibition, 1-4 p.m., Anderson Arts Center, 6603 3rd Ave. Free. (Through March 19).
Theater/Dance
KUSD Fine Arts Presents Resilience – Bradford Dance, 7 p.m., Bradford Auditorium, 3700 Washington Rd. Tickets $11 general public, $8 students/staff/senior citizens.
KUSD Theatre Arts presents “The Play that Goes Wrong,” 7:30 p.m., Tremper High School Auditorium, 8560 26th Ave. Tickets $13 general public/$11 senior citizens/$6 students and staff.
Potpourri
16th Annual Kenosha Krawl, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., various locations. The Kenosha Area Pipes & Drums Association, made up of Firefighters, Police Officers, and Sheriff Deputies, performs, with a portion of the proceeds supporting the Professional Firefighters of Wisconsin Charitable Foundation Summer Camp for Burn Injured Youth. Various locations include: 11a.m.: Mason’s Pub & Eatery, 7000 74th Pl., Noon: Starlite Club, 8936 24th Ave., 1 p.m.: Ruffolo’s Special Pizza II, 3931 45th St., 2 p.m.: Kenosha Yacht Club, 5130 4th Ave., 3 p.m.: Boat House Pub & Eatery, 4917 7th Ave., 4 p.m.: 58 Below, 504 58th St., 6 p.m.: Upper East, 622 58th St., 7 p.m.: Kaiser’s Pizza & Pub, 510 57th St., 8 p.m.: Our Kenosha Tap, 3221 60th St., 9 p.m.: The Clubhouse Pub and Grille, 2621 30th Ave.
“Changing Trends in Women’s Fashion and Body Image: Late 1800s vs Early 1900s.” exhibit talk, with Carthage College student Abigail Swihart, 7:30 p.m. Northside Library, 1500 27th Ave. Swihart looks at the changing “ideal” of a woman’s body via changing fashion. The exhibit features the Dovie Horvitz Women’s Collection, a special collection of the Kenosha County Historical Society. The exhibit will be on display through March 31 during library hours.
Tarot Card Reading, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Blue House Books, 5915 6th Ave. A. To celebrate the Spring Equinox, learn Tarot card basics and experience a reading. Special guest Tarot readers, Holly Wargo and Meghan Sherwood, will present the history and basics of Tarot. Following the discussion, all guests will receive the option to have a Tarot card reading from one of our special guest readers. Blue House Books will be open for shopping as well and will have a selection of Tarot decks and guide books. General Entry Ticket – $25, includes event entry and private Tarot reading VIP Ticket – $45 includes event entry, priority reading for your private Tarot reading, and your own Tarot deck.
Hypnotist/Comedian John Cerbone, 8 p.m., Kenosha Comedy Club, Wyndham Garden Hotel, 5125 6th Ave. Tickets $20 plus fees.
WCH Kenosha, Kenosha History Center, 220 51st Pl. This Women’s History Month exhibit is presented with Women and Children’s Horizons, which looks at the history and mission of WCH in Kenosha. Incorporated with the state in 1976, WCH is the oldest incorporated shelter in Wisconsin and offers services to all victims of abuse regardless of age, gender, or sex, as well as training to the general public. The Kenosha History Center is honored to be able to bring a snapshot of their mission to the museum. The Kenosha History Center will also be taking donations for WCH, cash or needed items (see https://wchkenosha.org/wish-list for a list), through the month. Museum hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m.
1LT Edna Gray: WWII Army Nurse, Kenosha History Center, 220 51st Pl. This exhibit, designed by Kenosha History Center volunteer Royanne Moon, looks at the military experience of a Kenosha woman. Edna Gray was 35 years old when she was Kenosha’s first nurse volunteer. She kept a scrapbook of her experience, which was donated to the museum. Through March 31. Museum hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m.
Calligraphy Class, 10 a.m.-noon, Richard Bong Recreation Area Visitor Center Auditorium, 26313 Burlington Rd. Learn the basics of calligraphy in this fun and unique class. Please pre-register by calling 262-878-5609, but walk-ins will be welcome. Vehicle admission sticker is required: $8 per day for vehicles with Wisconsin plates (age 65 and over $3) / $11 for vehicles with out-of-state plates.
Kenosha HarborMarket, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Kenosha Union Club, 3030 39th Ave. Local vendors include produce, eggs, meat and poultry, prepared foods, soaps, arts and crafts, dog treats. Indoor market through April 29.
Kenosha Public Market, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Kemper Center, 6501 3rd Ave. Vendors, food trucks, full bar and SNAP market match. Food Drive featured Saturdays in January. Indoor market through April 29.
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. Through June 4.
Family
Kids and Family Expo, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Pleasant Prairie RecPlex Fieldhouse, 9900 Terwall Terrace. The Expo features a variety of activities, games, food, and more. This year’s theme is “Candyland.” New this year is a craft fair. Free and open to the public.
Wrecking Balls and Pendulums, 10:30-11:30, Northside Library, 1500 27th Ave. Experiment with big, small, and light up balls and more while trying to knock down block towers, stacked cups, and cardboard box pyramids.
Peep-O-Rama, entry drop-off 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Southwest Library, 7979 38th Ave. Families are invited to enter the Annual Peep-O-Rama contest! Create a diorama at home using everyone’s favorite marshmallow treat. Entries must include at least one marshmallow peep or bunny in the diorama, which must be based on a book. The diorama must be appropriate for all and use a standard size shoebox. Dioramas must be dropped off at the Youth Services desk at the Southwest Library between 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday (March 18).
“It’s Maple Sugarin’ Time,” 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. time slots, Hawthorn Hollow, 880 Green Bay Rd. Participants will experience the art and traditions of maple sugaring through hands-on activities, such as tree identification & tapping, sap cooking, and a crafting session. The program is designed for families and adults. Tickets $15, registration is required. This is a two-hour outdoor program, please come dressed for the weather (boots recommended).
Mickey the Fox Snake Encounter, 2-3 p.m., Richard Bong State Recreation Area, 26313 Burlington Rd. Learn all about snakes and watch as the education snake Mickey is fed, and even get the chance to hold or touch Mickey. Meet in the Visitor Center Auditorium. 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.
SUNDAY, March 19
Music
Cy’s Piano Jams, 4-7 p.m., Union Park Tavern, 4520 8th Ave.
Art
51st Annual Districtwide Student Art Show Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Ave. More than 1,000 works of art from KUSD’s elementary, middle, high and charter schools will be on display and juried for a variety award recognitions. A Gallery Opening will kick off the event. Members of the district’s fine arts staff will be at the event to meet, greet and speak with visitors. Through April 23, free. Museum hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m.
2023 Art Exhibition, 1-4 p.m., Anderson Arts Center, 6603 3rd Ave. Free. (Final day).
Potpourri
Guest Paranormal genre author Debra Oas, noon-3 p.m., Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Ave.
WCH Kenosha, Kenosha History Center, 220 51st Pl. This Women’s History Month exhibit is presented with Women and Children’s Horizons, which looks at the history and mission of WCH in Kenosha. Incorporated with the state in 1976, WCH is the oldest incorporated shelter in Wisconsin and offers services to all victims of abuse regardless of age, gender, or sex, as well as training to the general public. The Kenosha History Center is honored to be able to bring a snapshot of their mission to the museum. The Kenosha History Center will also be taking donations for WCH, cash or needed items (see https://wchkenosha.org/wish-list for a list), through the month. Museum hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m.
1LT Edna Gray: WWII Army Nurse, Kenosha History Center, 220 51st Pl. This exhibit, designed by Kenosha History Center volunteer Royanne Moon, looks at the military experience of a Kenosha woman. Edna Gray was 35 years old when she was Kenosha’s first nurse volunteer. She kept a scrapbook of her experience, which was donated to the museum. Through March 31. Museum hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m.
“Changing Trends in Women’s Fashion and Body Image: Late 1800s vs Early 1900s.” exhibit talk, with Carthage College student Abigail Swihart, 7:30 p.m. Northside Library, 1500 27th Ave. Swihart looks at the changing “ideal” of a woman’s body via changing fashion. The exhibit features the Dovie Horvitz Women’s Collection, a special collection of the Kenosha County Historical Society. The exhibit will be on display through March 31 during library hours.
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. Through June 4.
NaNoWriMo Writers Workshop, 12:30-4 p.m., Northside Library Community Room A, 1500 27th Ave. Both seasoned writers and first-time authors can stop by to learn new tips and tricks and have time to write in the presence of other writers.
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