Top 5 things to do in Kenosha this weekend:
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Kenosha County Fair
8 a.m.-midnight Thursday-Saturday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday (Aug. 18-21)
Kenosha County Fairgrounds, 30820 111th Ave., Wilmot
This year’s theme is Wheels & Squeals, featuring daily shows and grandstand entertainment, animal barns, Discovery Barnyard for kids, carnival midway, Creekside stage with live music, and traditional and new spots for food and beverages. General admission (age 12 and over) $10, children (ages 7-11) $5, seniors 65+ and military/retired (with ID) $7, children 6 and under admitted free. Season passes $35 for 12-over, $12 for children ages 7-11.
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America’s Rock n Roll Circus
Noon-11 p.m. Saturday (Aug. 20)
Outside Kenosha Creative Space, 624 57th St.
Nine all-original acts will take the stage for this one-day music extravaganza, from local rising stars to national indie bands. Tickets are $20. Proceeds will support Kenosha Creative Space, a local nonprofit whose mission is to lift up area artists, musicians, and entrepreneurs.
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HarborPark Jazz, Rhythm and Blues Festival
Gates open at noon Saturday (Aug. 20)
HarborPark, 5501 Ring Rd.
World-renowned saxophonist/jazz pioneer Richard Elliott headlines the fest, which benefits the Mahone Fund. Music starts at 2 p.m. with R&B/Soul singer Lady A followed by Chicago’s “The Mike Wheeler Band” (blues/Top 40). Also featured are the Milwaukee Steppers and Ballroomers United (MSBU) and Racine’s DSD Steppers performing “Stepping for Academic Excellence” with Chicago DJ Tony Lane. A 50/50 raffle, silent auction and wine pull are also available. Tickets $30 in advance, $35 at the gate, $90 VIP.
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Picnic in the Park
4-9 p.m. Saturday (Aug. 20)
Petrifying Springs Park, 5555 7th St.
The event will include live music, food trucks, and fireworks at dusk. Admission is free.
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Friends of the Library Book Sale
Noon- 8 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, noon-4 p.m. Sunday (Aug. 19-21)
Northside Library, 1500 27th Ave.
Thousands of books are available to browse and buy for $5 per bag. A limited amount of bags will be provided, but bringing a bag is strongly encouraged.
Heads Up
The popular Browse & Sip returns at Blue House Books, 5615 6th Ave. A, Aug. 26-27. The second annual book and wine pairing will feature recent popular titles and upcoming releases, organized by genre, each complemented by a specially selected wine. Blue House Books is partnering with the Kenosha Literacy Council for this event, with a portion of each ticket and 10% of book sales donated directly to KLC. Tickets, which include up to eight wine samples, one full drink, and snacks, are available online for Friday (Aug. 26) and Saturday (Aug. 27). Tickets that do not include alcohol are also available for purchase.
The Lineup
THURSDAY, Aug. 18
Music
Bristol Woodstock Concert Series (season finale), Indigo Canyon (blues), 6-8 p.m. Bristol Woods Park, 9800 160th Ave. Subject to weather conditions. Free.
Peanut Butter & Jam Concert Series, Johnny Lyons & the Pride, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Veterans Park outside City Hall, 625 52th St. Free.
Châine de Gitane (Gypsy jazz), 7:30 p.m., Sazzy B, 5623 6th Ave.
The Rhythm Dogs Blues Jam, 8 p.m. Union Park Tavern, 4520 8th Ave.
Potpourri
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.
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 $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.
Family
Kenosha County Fair, grounds open 8 a.m.-midnight (check schedule for event and attraction times), Kenosha County Fairgrounds, 30820 111th Ave., Wilmot. This year’s theme is Wheels & Squeals, featuring daily shows and grandstand entertainment, animal bars, Discovery Barnyard for kids, carnival midway, Creekside stage with live music, traditional and new spots for food and beverages. General admission (age 12 and over) $10, children (ages 7-11) $5, seniors 65+ and military/retired (with ID) $7, children 6 and under admitted free.
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, 1500 27th Ave. Books, songs, fingerplays, and more during this classic storytime for ages 3-5.
Teen Craft: Button Flair, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Northside Library, 1500 27th Ave. Create buttons of favorite comics and movies to put on backpacks, lanyards, or jackets. Images provided, or bring your own. Ages 12-19.
FRIDAY, Aug. 19
Music
Cosmic Railroad, 6-9 p.m., Pike River Concert Series (season finale), Hawthorn Hollow, 880 Green Bay Rd. Food and beverages will be available for purchase (no carry-ins). Tickets $10 and are available at the door (cash only). All proceeds benefit Hawthorn Hollow.
The Lonely Ninjas, 7 p.m. 58 Below, 504 58th St.
Good Vibez (classic rock), 6-9 p.m., Union Park Tavern Beer Garden, 4520 8th Ave.
Solo artist spotlight, Brittany Lumley and friends (singer/songwriter), 9 p.m., Union Park Tavern barroom, 4520 8th Ave.
Theater
Romeo & Juliet presented by Fleeing Artists Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Rhode Center for the Arts, 514 56th St. Tickets $15 for general public, $13 for seniors/students/military/educators.
Potpourri
Hammock Hangout, 3:30-5 p.m., Richard Bong State Recreation Area, 26313 Burlington Rd., Kansasville, Drop-in and relax in the peaceful atmosphere of the Vista Trail. Borrow binoculars, peruse a book, or color a masterpiece. Participants should bring a hammock, chair, or blanket and at the Vista Trailhead. 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 stickers are also available.
Mary Mack and Tim Harmston, 8 p.m., Kenosha Comedy Club, Wyndham Garden Harborside, 5125 6th Ave. Tickets $20 plus fees.
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 $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.
PHOTO: KENOSHA COUNTY FAIR
Family
Kenosha County Fair, grounds open 8 a.m.-midnight (check schedule for event and attraction times), Kenosha County Fairgrounds, 30820 111th Ave., Wilmot. This year’s theme is Wheels & Squeals, featuring daily shows and grandstand entertainment, animal bars, Discovery Barnyard for kids, carnival midway, Creekside Stage with live music, traditional and new spots for food and beverages. General admission (age 12 and over) $10, children (ages 7-11) $5, seniors 65+ and military/retired (with ID) $7, children 6 and under admitted free.
Movie Night in the Park “Dog,” beginning at dusk, Petrifying Springs Park, 5555 7th St. Viewing area is located adjacent to the Biergarten. Free.
Small Eyes Under the Sky, 8-9:30 p.m., Hawthorn Hollow, 880 Green Bay Rd. Take turns looking through a 16-inch telescope at binary stars, dim planets, distant galaxies, and other sky objects. Learn about these objects, their distances, sizes, and orbits on a tour of the night sky. Tickets $12.
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.
Nights @ Northside: Make It or Break It, 6:30-8 p.m., Northside Library, 1500 27th Ave. Create a community contraption in the Rube Goldberg Machine zone or bust things up with a “breakerspace” and see what is inside of a computer or a toaster. Get sew crafty in the sewing machine room, or work together to build and ride through tape-town Kenosha. Families welcome, all ages.
SATURDAY, Aug. 20
Music
America’s Rock n Roll Circus, noon-11 p.m., outside Kenosha Creative Space, 624 57th St. Nine all-original acts from local rising stars to national indie bands. Tickets $20. Proceeds will support Kenosha Creative Space, a local nonprofit whose mission is to lift up area artists, musicians, and entrepreneurs. More information
HarborPark Jazz, Rhythm and Blues Festival, gates open at noon, HarborPark, 5501 Ring Rd. Saxophonist Richard Elliott headlines at 7:30 p.m. Music starts at 2 p.m. with R&B/Soul singer Lady A followed by Chicago’s “The Mike Wheeler Band” (blues/Top 40). Also featured are the Milwaukee Steppers and Ballroomers United (MSBU) and Racine’s DSD Steppers with Chicago DJ Tony Lane as well as a 50/50 raffle, silent auction and wine pull. Tickets $30 in advance, $35 at the gate, $90 VIP.
6th Annual Metalfest, noon, R’Noggin Brewing, 6521 120th Ave.The Hatred Embrace 4:30 p.m., Extraction Point 5:30 p.m., Thin the Herd 6:45 p.m., Siren of Sorrow, 8 p.m., H1Z1 9:15 p.m. with food trucks on site. Free. Under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Tim & Liam Jamming Together, 8 p.m., Rustic Road Brewing, 5706 6th Ave.
Boys and Toys, 3 p.m., 58 Below, 504 58th St.
Gabriel Sanchez, 9 p.m., The Boat House, 4917 7th Ave.
Gebel Girls and Twin River Band, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Uke’s Harley Davidson, 5995 120th Ave.
Lee DeWyze, 7:30 p.m. Wyndham Garden Harborside Lakeside Deck, 5125 6th Ave. Tickets $12 plus fees.
Empty Bottle Boys and One Shot Jane (country/bluegrass) 6-9 p.m., Union Park Tavern beer garden.
Art
Acrylics International Biennial Exhibition, Opening Day, Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Ave. This inaugural exhibition spotlights 45 paintings demonstrating the variety of subjects, styles, and techniques possible in the acrylic medium, and the diversity and skill of the featured artists. Juried selections were made by artist John Jude Palencar. Museum hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 12-5 p.m.
Theater
Romeo & Juliet presented by Fleeing Artists Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Rhode Center for the Arts, 514 56th St. Tickets $15 for general public, $13 for seniors/students/military/educators
Potpourri
Meet and Greet with writer John Armbruster, author of the new novel “Tailspin,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Blue House Books, 5915 6th Ave. A.
Poets Go Public, 7 p.m., Public Craft Brewing, 628 58th St. Featuring Joe Engel, Kenosha Poet Laureate, and members of the Kenosha Writers Guild’s poetry workshops. An open mic follows the program.
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 (and Labor Day) 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.
Kenosha Awakening Spiritual Market, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Rhode Center for the Arts, 514 56th St. Practitioners of therapeutic arts, tarot, astrology, holistic healing and more.
Historic Durkee Mansion Tours (self-guided), 1:30-4 p.m., Kemper Center grounds, 6501 3rd Ave. Admission free, donations appreciated.
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.
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Family
Picnic in the Park, 4-9 p.m., Petrifying Springs Park, 5555 7th St. Live music by the Ethan Keller Group and Failure to Launch, food trucks, and fireworks at dusk. Admission is free.
Kenosha County Fair, grounds open 8 a.m.-midnight (check schedule for event and attraction times), Kenosha County Fairgrounds, 30820 111th Ave., Wilmot. This year’s theme is Wheels & Squeals, featuring daily shows and grandstand entertainment, animal bars, Discovery Barnyard for kids, carnival midway, Creekside Stage with live music, traditional and new spots for food and beverages. General admission (age 12 and over) $10, children (ages 7-11) $5, seniors 65+ and military/retired (with ID) $7, children 6 and under admitted free.
Young History Heroes Storytime, 1-2 p.m., “Two Friends: Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass,” by Dean Robbins, Civil War Museum, 5400 1st Ave.
Family Storytime, 10-10:30 a.m., Uptown Library lawn, 2419 63rd St. 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.
Summer Splash, 11 a.m.-noon, Southwest Library, 7979 38th Ave. Bring a towel and join in water games and fun on the library lawn.
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. Petrifying Springs, 5555 7th Ave. Registration required.
SUNDAY, August 21
Music
Mykal Bass solo acoustic, 10 a.m.-noon, Kenosha Art Market, Union Park, 4500 7th Ave.
Rachelle Solo, noon, Kenosha Art Market, Union Park, 4500 7th Ave.
Ben Mulwana, 3 p.m., Petrifying Springs Biergarten, 5555 7th Ave.
Simply Yacht Rock featuring Mark O’Dette, 3-6 p.m., Wyndham Garden Harborside, 5125 6th Ave.
Art
Kenosha Art Market, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Union Park Arts District, 7th Avenue and 45th St. Featuring art for sale by local artisans including original fine art, jewelry, pottery, and more in the park setting along with public sculpture, a Little Free Library, the Little Free Art Gallery, and mosaic planters. Live music by Tamara Vendetta (acoustic variety) Union Park Tavern food specials will be available for purchase. The event is supported by local businesses including Lemon Street Gallery & ArtSpace, Artworks/Pencillarium, and Union Park Tavern.
Acrylics International Biennial Exhibition, Opening Day, Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Ave. This inaugural exhibition spotlights 45 outstanding paintings that demonstrate the variety of subjects, styles, and techniques possible in the acrylic medium, and the diversity and skill of artists working in acrylic today. Juried selections were made by artist John Jude Palencar.Museum hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 12-5 p.m.
Theater
Romeo & Juliet presented by Fleeing Artists Theatre, 2 p.m. Rhode Center for the Arts, 514 56th St. Tickets $15 for general public, $13 for seniors/students/military/educators
Potpourri
Safe Harbor Grand Re-Opening, 12-3 p.m., Safe Harbor Humane Society, 7811 60th St. Adoptable animals, food trucks, kids games, tie-dye station, pet supply sale and more, All proceeds go to animals in need.
Guest author D. Lieber and artist Scaley the Dino, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Ave.
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.
Historic Durkee Mansion Tours (self-guided), 1:30-4 p.m., Kemper Center grounds, 6501 3rd Ave. Admission free, donations appreciated.
K-Town Toy and Collectible Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Kenosha Moose Family Center, 3003 30th Ave. More than 50 vendors tables with everything from Star Wars to Star Trek, He-Man, Marvel, Godzilla, plus pops and horror items. $3 at the door, kids under 12 admitted free.
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.
Warrior Poet Yoga traveling series sponsored by Kenosha County Parks, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Kemper Center, 6501 3rd Ave. Registration required.
Family
Kenosha County Fair, grounds open 8 a.m.-midnight (check schedule for event and attraction times), Kenosha County Fairgrounds, 30820 111th Ave., Wilmot. This year’s theme is Wheels & Squeals, featuring daily shows and grandstand entertainment, animal bars, Discovery Barnyard for kids, carnival midway, Creekside Stage with live music, traditional and new spots for food and beverages. General admission (age 12 and over) $10, children (ages 7-11) $5, seniors 65+ and military/retired (with ID) $7, children 6 and under admitted free.
NASA @ My Library: The Daytime Sky, 9-11 a.m., Simmons Library, 711 59th Pl. Our astronomer friends from Hawthorn Hollow are back to showcase the beautiful daytime sky. Observe and unlock the mysteries of the sun and moon, directly and indirectly, with shadows, telescopes and solar filters. Learn the importance of the Earth-Sun-Moon arrangement and how to see prominent features of the moon. All ages; adults or families welcome. This program is completely outdoors and the library will not be open to the public.
Sunday storytime with special guest McKenzie Hensen, author of “Reggie the Hedgehog Builds a Safety Sanctuary,” 11 a.m.-noon, Blue House Books 5915 6th Ave. A.
2nd Annual Justice For Jacob Block Party for Peace and Prosperity, 2-7 p.m., 28th Ave. Featuring family fun for all ages, free food, dance party, games and live music as well as a bounce house, double dutch and free throw contest, neighborhood cleanup, community information and more. Sponsored by Leaders of Kenosha.
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