Wisconsin Events for Friday November 6, 2009

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 Broken Lizard Live

Friday, November 6, 2009. Featuring the stars of Super Troopers, Beerfest, and Club Dred. The Pabst Theater, 144 E Wells St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-286-3663. Subjects: Music [E-69037]

 Caravan Gypsy Swing Ensemble

Friday, November 6, 2009. 8pm. Based out of Madison, the band of two guitars, clarinet, violin, drums, and acoustic bass pulls influences from jazz, swing, traditional Latin, Parisian waltzes, and other vintage sources. Schauer Arts & Activities Center, 147 N Rural Street, Hartford, Washington County. Call 262-670-0560. Subjects: Music [E-67472]

 Cinematheque - Border Films: The Center

Friday, November 6, 2009. 7:30pm. Within a 2,000 mile radius, there are a dozen towns claiming to be Europe's "one and only" true geographical center. In this comic road documentary, a film crew sets about with the tongue-in-cheek mission of determining which is the real deal. Ambling throughout central Europe, director Stanislaw Mucha inspects cockeyed maps and dubious plaques while his subjects ruminate on European borders past and present. UW Cinematheque, 4070 Vilas Hall, 821 University Ave, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-262-3627. Subjects: Film, Schools [E-70111]

 Eau Claire Area Fall Education Conference

Friday, November 6, 2009. 8:00 am - 3:30 pm. The Alzheimer's Association - Greater Wisconsin Chapter announces its 21st Annual Eau Claire Fall Education Conference. Pricing: Family Caregivers and Students: $30 per person Professional Providers: $65 per person Facility Discount: Facilities sending four or more people receive group rate of $55 per person. $30 (students/families); $65 (Professional) See note on group rate. The Plaza Hotel, 1202 W Clairmont Avenue, Eau Claire, Eau Claire County. Call Katie Evans, Outreach Specialist, 715-835-7050. Subjects: Education, Seniors, Health [E-68452]

 Free Bluegrass Concert Nov. 6 West Bend WI

Friday, November 6, 2009. 7pm-10pm. Lighthouse Ministries, Inc invites the public to a free Christian concert on Friday November 6 . Guest will be "On Eagle's Wings" bringing an evening filled with good old bluegrass Gospel music. Also this evening, talented singer/biologist, Michael Lane will present contemporary Christian, hymns and some old songs from the past. Enter and park in rear of School. Silverbrook School, 120 N Silverbrook Dr. N, West Bend, Washington County. Call 262-338-0205. Subjects: Music, Community, Nightlife [E-69758]

 Guest Artist Series: Barbara Lister-Sink, Piano

Friday, November 6, 2009. 8pm. Barbara Lister-Sink is an internationally acclaimed performer who is currently artist in residence at Salem College, N.C. She has performed as soloist throughout Europe and has collaborated with many of America's most distinguished musicians. The program will include the following selections: "Variations serieuses," Op. 54 by Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy; "Drei Klavierstucke," Op. 11 by Arnold Schonberg; "Preludes for Piano" by George Gershwin; and "Gaspard de la Nuit" by Maurice Ravel. UW Mills Concert Hall, Mosse Humanities Bldg, 455 N Park St, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-263-9485. Subjects: Classical, Music, Schools [E-70127]

 Harvest Poetry Reading Night

Friday, November 6, 2009. 7 pm - 9 pm. The Alice Baker Library is proud to present Linda Lee (Konichek), Wisconsin poet, as the feature artist for Harvest Poetry Reading Night. Other readers will follow. Light refreshments will be served. Pre-registration for this event is appreciated but not required. Please call the library to pre-register if you would like to read one or two short poems. free. Eagle Municipal Building, 820 E. Main Street, Eagle, Waukesha County. Call 262-594-2800. Subjects: Writing [E-69378]

 Jerry Seinfeld

Friday, November 6, 2009. Two shows. . Riverside Theater (Milwaukee), 116 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-286-3663. Subjects: Theater, Comedy [E-69043]

 Lutefisk Dinner/Bazaar/Bake Sale-a Madison Northside Tradition

Friday, November 6, 2009. 11 am - 7 pm. LUTEFISK DINNER with homemade MEATBALLS and LEFSE with mashed potatoes, rutabaga, gravy, coleslaw and cranberries. There will be APPLE and PUMPKIN PIE, coffee and milk. Adults $15, children (6 to 12) $6 and (under 6 free). TICKETS available at the door. There will also be a BAZAAR and BAKE SALE. A FREE concert will be 5-7pm by the Edvard Greig Chorus. The building is accessible to all. Tickets Adult $15, children 6 to 12 $6 and (under 6 free). Lakeview Lutheran Church, corner of Northport and Mandrake, 4001 Mandrake Road, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-244-6181. Subjects: Community, Ethnic, Food [E-69615]

 Midwest Premiere of London Hit, "Happy Now?"

Friday, November 6, 2009. 8pm. Directed by Jon Jory. A darkly comic tale of modern marriage and parenting as we explore contemporary new writing by Lucinda Coxon; this is a lively, sharp and entertaining play, where having it all can sometimes be too much and seething, discontented professionals wonder where true happiness lies. This darkly comic new play revolves around 30-something wife and mother-of-two, Kitty, and her mounting dissatisfaction with the life she's leading. Contains adult language and themes. Weekday/Sun $15-$45. Fri/Sat $15-$60. Milwaukee Repertory Theater, 108 E Wells St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-224-9490, Rep ticket office for tickets. Subjects: Theater [E-69728]

 Nature Storytime: Hop Away Rabbit

Friday, November 6, 2009. 9:30 to 10:30am. A fox is coming! Hop away rabbit, hop away home! We'll investigate the world of rabbits to learn how they live in the wild. This hour of nature fun awaits 3 to 6-year-olds with accompanying adults. Ice Age Visitor Center. Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit (off Hwy 67 half mile west of Dundee), N2875 Hwy 67, Dundee, Fond du Lac County. Call 920-533-8322. Subjects: Kids, Nature [E-69951]

 Poet Showcase

Friday, November 6, 2009. 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Poet Showcase! Abraham Smith and Friends. An evening with one of Slam Poetry's most innovative, dynamic performers and other young poets. Experience cutting edge experimental poetry in an unforgettable performance style. Racine Public Library, 75 Seventh St, Racine, Racine County. Call 262-636.9245. Subjects: Writing [E-69274]

 Sisters in Song, Food Pantry Benefit

Friday, November 6, 2009. 8pm. Music on the theme of Sisters in Song featuring the talents of Distinctively Different, The Moxie Chicks, The Schtick Sisters (Arlene Spanier and Francesca) and Craig Siemsen. A donation of $4 and two cans of food is requested. The Coffee House, below Redeemer Lutheran Church, 631 N 19th St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-534-4612. Subjects: Music, Community, Nightlife [E-69598]

 The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition

Friday, November 6, 2009. 7 :00 pm. Join us for a special storytime and signing with Chanda Bell, co-author of The Elf on the Shelf. Begin your holiday celebrations by joining us for this fun-filled evening perfect for the entire family. Free. Barnes & Noble-Mayfair Mall, 2500 N Mayfair Rd, Wauwatosa, Milwaukee County. Call 414-475-6070. Subjects: Kids, Families [E-69895]

 Workshop to Explore Global Labor Standards

Friday, November 6, 2009. 9:15am to 3:30pm. Efforts to improve labor standards in global supply chains have focused on encouraging retailers and manufacturing firms to adopt private voluntary codes of conduct; these are widely considered to have had a beneficial but limited impact. The UW has been in the forefront of this movement. The university will hold a one-day forum called "Improving Labor Standards in Global Supply Chains: Codes of Conduct, Monitoring and Beyond." Open to the public. Register free by Thursday, Oct. 29. Box lunches for early registrants. Capital Conference Room, 5120AB, Grainger Hall, 975 University Ave, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-262-0049. Subjects: International, Schools [E-69784]

 The Creativity Place Boutique

Friday, November 6, 2009 through Saturday, November 21, 2009. Fri 10am-8pm, Sat. 10am-5pm. Three Weekends of handmade items from more than 30 local crafters. Find your home decor needs or gifts for that special person. We have primitive painted wood decor, 2 sided table runners and placemats, tree skirts, dish cloths, tea towels, floral, dip mixes, dip servers, wine bottle cheese boards servers, fiber art, border framed pictures, jewelry-sterling silver, swarovski crystals, natural stones and fused glass and much more. Come be amazed by this fabulous show. 10th YEAR!!!!!!!!! The Creativity Place Boutique/ I94 to Exit 2 in Hudson, 769 Martin Avenue, Hudson, St. Croix County. Call 715-377-9319. E-mail: thecreativityplace@yahoo.com Subjects: Sales [E-69966]

 Annual Mary L Nohl Fellowship Exhibition

Friday, October 23, 2009 through Saturday, November 7, 2009. 5 to 7pm reception Oct 23. Sum Total: UWM Dept of Visual Art Faculty Show. Gallery hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11 am-4 pm The faculty of the Department of Visual Art in the Peck School of the Arts display work in all media in their biennial exhibition. Free. Inova/Arts Center, 2400 E. Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-229-5070. Subjects: Art, Schools [E-69210]

 Darkness Falls

Friday, November 6, 2009 through Saturday, November 7, 2009. 8 to 10pm. Inviting you to join us for the 2nd annual "Darkness Falls" exhibit. Once again the gallery will be completely dark with only book lights, candles or flashlights to illuminate the artwork. Everything looks different in the dark. Assemblage, book art and sculpture are represented in this delightfully creepy show. Artists include Carolyn Brady, Stephanie Copoulos-Selle, Dawn Donner, Robin Kinney, Jim Maurer, Gary Warren Niebuhr, Susana Norberg, Petra Press and Sharon Giesfeldt Van Ruiswyck. Bay View Book Arts Dr. Jekyll and Mr. HIDE HOUSE, 2625 South Greeley #100, Bay View, Milwaukee County. Call 414-758-8699. Subjects: Holidays, Art, Galleries [E-69949]

 Elizabeth Ward Land

Friday, November 6, 2009 through Saturday, November 7, 2009. 8 pm. Land's new show celebrates her acclaimed debut CD, First Harvest. Including exquisite piano and arrangements by John Boswell, this evening will merge the worlds of Broadway and pop music, incorporating stories from her life with the music she loves. $25. Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, 19805 W Capitol Dr, Brookfield, Waukesha County. Call 262-781-9470. Subjects: Music, Nightlife, Community [E-68040]

 Fall Brew Weekend

Friday, November 6, 2009 through Saturday, November 7, 2009. Friday: Enjoy a beer tasting and appetizer buffet with Octoberfest, Porter, and IPA styles. Saturday: Chef Steve Keen's 6-course Brew Dinner with each dish paired with a different micro brew. Bo Belanger from South Shore Brewery discusses brewing styles and techniques as we sample beers from Dogfish Head, Stone, Samuel Smith, South Shore, Keweenah, Bells, Capitol, New Glarus, Ayinger, and more! Events: $45-$75 2-Night Lodging Packages: $510 - $695. Old Rittenhouse Inn, 301 Rittenhouse Avenue, Bayfield, Bayfield County. Call 800-779-2129; 779-5111 for reservations. Subjects: Food, WineTasting [E-70114]

 James Michael of Sheboygan Two-Day Watercolor Workshop

Friday, November 6, 2009 through Saturday, November 7, 2009. 9:00 am. James Michael will teach a 2 day workshop for intermediate painters at the Plymouth Arts Center.Class size limited to 12,register early. heart of memorable painting. A color photo will be sent to each registrant to paint ahead of time. The painting, matted but unframed, should be brought to the first class. Students will be expected to do at least two half sheet (25"x22") paintings at each class. $135 Non-Members and $125 PAC Members. Plymouth Arts Center, 520 E Mill St, Plymouth, Sheboygan County. Call 920-892-8409. Subjects: Art, Community, Education [E-69453]

 Metamorphoses by Mary Zimmerman

Thursday, October 29, 2009 through Saturday, November 7, 2009. 7 pm. Called by Time the "theater event of the year," Mary Zimmerman's Metamorphoses brings Ovid's tales to stunning visual life. Set in and around a large pool of water onstage. Show dates: October 29th , 30th , 31st , November 5th and 6th, 2009 at 7 p.m. Matinee November 7th , 2009 at 2pm Auditions: Tuesday, September 8th , 2009 at 6 p.m. in the Lucia Baehman Theatre Ticket Prices: Adults $12.00/Seniors and Students $9.00/UWFox Students $5.00. UW Fox Theatre, 1478 Midway Rd, Menahsa, Outagamie County. Call 920-832-2857. Subjects: Theater [E-64800]

 Pick Up Times for Bird Seed Order - Nashotah Park

Friday, November 6, 2009 through Saturday, November 7, 2009. 10 to 4:30pm Fri; 8 to 2pm Sat. Watch your mailbox for our 2009 Bird SeedFlyer. Retzer Nature Center, S14 W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, Waukesha County. Call 262-896-8007. Subjects: Birding, Nature [E-68559]

 Special Event Robert Hawkins

Wednesday, November 4, 2009 through Saturday, November 7, 2009. 8pm W-Sa & 10:15 pm F-Sa. Robert Hawkins can't deny his first love is bringing an audience to knee-buckling laughter. Named "Comics Comic" in 2008 by RooftopComedy, Robert has starred in his own half-hour Comedy Central Presents special, appeared on "Late Night With Conan O'Brien" and on The Bob and Tom Show. He's performed on Comedy Central's "Premium Blend," Showtime's "Full Frontal Comedy" and A&E's "Comedy on the Road." Robert's latest album In Charge Around Here was recently released. $6 Wed, $8 Thur, $8 Fri, $10 Sat. Between the Locks building, 1004 S. Olde Oneida St, Appleton, Outagamie County. Call 920-734-5653. Subjects: Comedy, Nightlife, Community [E-69477]

 Stomp

Friday, November 6, 2009 through Saturday, November 7, 2009. 8:00 p.m. Friday; 4:00 & 8. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments - matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps - to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms. STOMP. See what all the noise is about. Buy tickets at the Milwaukee Theatre Box Office and all Ticketmaster Retail Locations including Boston Stores, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 or online. Convenience fees apply. The Milwaukee Theatre, 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414.908.6001. Subjects: Dance, Music [E-69627]

 Wisconsin Original Cheese Festival

Friday, November 6, 2009 through Saturday, November 7, 2009. Spend Friday evening at the Monona Terrace, meeting Wisconsin cheesemakers and sampling farmstead, artisan and specialty cheeses. On Saturday, choose between two personalized tours of cheese plants or the Dane County Farmer's Market; then spend Saturday afternoon attending seminars at Monona Terrace. End your experience with dinner at one of a several participating Madison restaurants, where each chef will partner with a unique Wisconsin cheesemaker and host a special dinner. Tickets to go on sale Summer of 2009. Monona Terrace, One John Nolan Drive, Madison WI, Dane County. Call 608-358-7837. Subjects: Agriculture, Festivals, Food [E-64450]

 All Shook Up

Thursday, November 5, 2009 through Sunday, November 8, 2009. 7 p.m. Thurs-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. All Shook Up is a musical comedy is based on Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night" and tells the story of what happens when a guitar-playing rebel rides into a small Midwestern town, bringing in rock 'n' roll by way of Elvis classics! The show will be held at DSHA's Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre. Ticket Pricing: Adults: $10 Children under 12: $8 Tickets may be purchased online. $10/$8. Divine Savior Holy Angels High School (DSHA), 4257 North 100th Street, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-462-3742. Subjects: Musicals, Theater, Education [E-70014]

 Curators' Choice: New Works from MMoCA's Collection

Saturday, June 6, 2009 through Sunday, November 8, 2009. Presenting selected works that have entered the museum's permanent collection in the last three years. The exhibition will feature works by Vito Acconci, Mari Eastman, Chris Finley, Sam Gilliam, Sol LeWitt, Claes Oldenburg, Stephanie Pryor, Tyson Reeder, John Wilde, Cindy Wright, and Ida Wyman, among others. Works in the exhibition were selected by MMoCA curator of collections Rick Axsom, director Stephen Fleischman, and curator of exhibitions Jane Simon. Madison Museum of Contemporary Art - MMoCA, 227 State Street, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-257-0158. Subjects: Art, Museums [E-65823]

 Festival Leverages Power of Film for Community Action

Friday, November 6, 2009 through Sunday, November 8, 2009. The Tales from Planet Earth film festival takes center stage with something new: a built-in call to action. "When the lights come up, we want people to take the energy and inspiration of great storytelling to build community and effect positive environmental and social change," says festival director Gregg Mitman. The event is billed as a community and film festival because organizers have partnered with Madison-area nonprofit organizations involved in issues raised by many of the films. Free; first come, first served. University of Wisconsin, 500 Lincoln Dr, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-262-3571. Subjects: Community, Film, Schools [E-69824]

 Katie Musolff: Artist & Model

Wednesday, August 5, 2009 through Sunday, November 8, 2009. 5:30 -8:30pm opening reception. The Charles Allis Art Museum is pleased to present the work of Milwaukee native and MIAD graduate Katie Musolff in this solo exhibition. The opening reception will feature an artist's talk. Musolff's paintings focus almost solely on the complex textures and shapes of the human form. Her figure studies and portraits have won numerous awards and solo exhibitions. She is the 2005 Director's Choice Award winner for the juried exhibition Forward: A Survey of Wisconsin Art Now. Charles Allis Art Museum, 1801 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-278-8295. Subjects: Art, Museums [E-67068]

 Making an Impression

Saturday, October 10, 2009 through Sunday, November 8, 2009. 6 pm. Stanford Art Gallery and Studios, located in the Art District of Menomonee Falls, will be hosting Making a Good Impression showcasing the block prints by local artist, Ken Swanson. The opening reception, Saturday, October 10, 6-9 pm, is free and open to the public. Come meet Swanson and mingle with the Stanford artists. Stanford Art Gallery and Studios, N88 W16475 Main Street/ Lower Level, Menomonee Falls, Waukesha County. Call 262-255-7880. Subjects: Art, Galleries, Community [E-69571]

 Soultime: At the Apollo, by Kevin Ramsey

Friday, September 11, 2009 through Sunday, November 8, 2009. Directed by Kevin Ramsey. A new musical experience that celebrates the rich musical legacy of the world famous Apollo Theater with the spirit of the Godfather of soul, James Brown, at the helm as emcee. Join us as "stars are born and legends are made." Milwaukee Repertory, Stackner Cabaret, 11/8/9, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-224-9490. Subjects: Theater, Musicals, Ethnic [E-65866]

 The Year of Magical Thinking, by Joan Didion

Wednesday, October 14, 2009 through Sunday, November 8, 2009. (Based on her memoir), directed by John Sipes. The NY Times and UK bestselling book of 2005, this stage adaptation captured a Tony Award nomination. Critics hailed it as "the cultural event of the season" and "remarkable". Novelist and screenwriter Didion's memoir captures the compassion, humor and bewilderment of an intelligent woman whose world lurches suddenly with her husband's sudden death. It is an inspirational story, a love letter to a child and a tribute to an extraordinary marriage. Milwaukee Repertory Theater Stiemke Theater, 108 E Wells St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-224-9490. Subjects: Theater [E-65863]

 U.S. Citizenship Test Preparation Classes

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 through Sunday, November 8, 2009. 6-8 pm every Tuesday. A series of 6 classes to help eligible resident immigrants prepare to take the United States Citizenship Test. A review of INS form 400 and practice for the oral test at the final class. Prerequisites: -speak, read and write some English -have green card and social security number -have been in the U.S. for five years from date on green card (date of permanent residency)or in U.S. for three years from date on green card and currently married to a U.S. citizen. $25 registration fee, paid by September 19th. St. Francis Public Library, 4230 S. Nicholson Avenue, St Francis, Milwaukee County. Call 414-481-7323. Subjects: International, Education, Government [E-68421]

 Winnie the Pooh

Friday, November 6, 2009 through Sunday, November 8, 2009. Join in the adventures of Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Rabbit, Eeyore, Owl and Christopher Robin brought to life by UW-Whitewater actors. The rumor in the forest is that a new animal is moving in: Her name is Kanga and she is bringing along her son, Roo, as well as baths, soaps and . . . poison?! Can the band of friends protect each other from the threat of Kanga? Between this struggle and Pooh's eternal search for "hunny," the group learns the value of a true friend. $6. Racine Theatre Guild, Inc, 2519 Northwestern Ave, Racine, Racine County. Call 262-633-4218. Subjects: Theater, Families, Kids [E-69354]

 Cave Tour

Saturday, November 8, 2008 through Monday, November 9, 2009. 1 pm. Naturalist-guided tour. Learn the geology, biology, and human history of the caves. Opportunities for exploring provided. Wear layers and plan on getting dirty. Bring a flashlight. Caves accessed by stairs and ladders. Minimum 5 years old with parent; minors must be accompanied by supervising adult. $5 per person. Ledge View Nature Center, 1 m. south of Chilton between Hwys. G and 57 (via Irish Road), W2348 Short Rd, Chilton, Calumet County. Call 920-849-7094. Subjects: Families, Nature, OutdoorRec [E-59689]

 Soul of a People: Writing America's Story Program Series & Film Screening

Saturday, October 3, 2009 through Monday, November 9, 2009. The Verona Library is hosting a program series in conjunction with "Soul of a People: Writing America's Story," a television documentary about the Federal Writers' Project of the Great Depression, broadcast on the Smithsonian Channel HD. From the opening celebration complete with soup kitchen, to the series finale and film screening, experience life in the 1930's as it was recorded by the FWP. Free. Verona Public Library, 500 Silent Street, Verona, Dane County. Call 608-845-7180. Subjects: Historic, Writing [E-69356]

 Watertown Farmers' Market

Tuesday, May 19, 2009 through Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 7am-1pm. Visit the Watertown Farmers' Market located in beautiful Riverside Park. At the market you'll find a wonderful assortment of items such as in-season produce, honey, annual and perennial flowers, meats, baked goods and handmade crafts. Enjoy the market while sipping specialty coffee drink or Italian soda. Cooking demonstrations and music periodically through season. Riverside Park, Labaree St, Watertown, Dodge County. Call 920-261-6320. Subjects: FarmMarkets [E-66280]

 Zumba Gold

Wednesday, October 7, 2009 through Wednesday, November 11, 2009. at 1:00 pm. Zumba is a 'feel-happy' workout to Latin music, appropriate for all adults. Move with the music. You don't need a partner, you can even enjoy this from a chair. Sponsored by the St. Francis Rec. Dept. $4 per session or $15 for six sessions. St. Francis Public Library, 4230 S Nicholson Avenue, St Francis, Milwaukee County. Call 414-481-7323. Subjects: Fitness, Health, Books [E-68526]

 Glendale Senior Citizen's Activities

Wednesday, October 28, 2009 through Thursday, November 12, 2009. 2:00 p.m. The Glendale Senior Citizens Club will have its next general meeting in the Senior Center at Glen Hills Middle School, 2600 W. Mill Road, at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, November 11th. The entertainment will feature Dr. Robert Teske, Executive Director of the Milwaukee County Historical Society, who will give a photo slide presentation of works by Lyle Oberwise, a photographer of the Milwaukee scene during the 1930s to the 1980s. Visitors welcome. Call 414-540-2100 for further information. Glen Hills Middle School, 2600 W Mill Rd, Glendale, Milwaukee County. Subjects: Community, Museums, Seniors [E-69897]

 Ice Worlds at the IMAX

Friday, June 12, 2009 through Thursday, November 12, 2009. Ice Worlds - opens June 12 through December 11, 2009 Travel to the Arctic and Antarctic to examine the ecosystems that live and thrive in that region, and see how their survival is connected with our own. Next, travel beyond Earth, where you'll see how the existence of ice shapes the landscape and the natural systems on other planets and moons in our solar system. Ice Worlds finishes with the MPM-produced The Pluto Story, a look at the popular ex-planet. Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-319-4629. Subjects: Environment, Nature, Museums [E-66337]

 Pathological Processes

Wednesday, September 9, 2009 through Thursday, November 12, 2009. All day, during Library hours. Stunning oils and prints depicting viruses and bacteria. In various media, including oil and digital prints, Olear hopes to provoke thought and discussion regarding the public perceptions of body, disease and health. This vibrant, provocative show runs until Nov. 12. Meet the artist from 4-6 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 9. Ebling Library in the Health Sciences Learning Center, 750 Highland Ave, Madison, Dane County. Call 608 262-2402. Subjects: Art, Health, Science [E-68951]

 Pathological Processes: The Art of Laura Olear

Wednesday, September 9, 2009 through Thursday, November 12, 2009. 4-6pm opening reception. Stunning oils and prints depicting bodily organs, viruses and bacteria. In various media, including oil and printmaking, Olear hopes to provoke thought and discussion regarding the public perceptions of body, disease and health. Meet the artist from 4-6m Wednesday. UW Ebling Library, Health Sciences Learning Center, 3rd floor, 750 Highland Ave, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-262-2402. Subjects: Art, Schools [E-68862]

 Crossing Over 2009

Friday, October 23, 2009 through Friday, November 13, 2009. 5-8pm opening reception. Gallery hours: Monday-Wednesday & Friday-Saturday, noon-5 pm; Thursday, noon-7 pm. The annual invitational Scholarship/Fellowship exhibition, featuring the work of graduate and undergraduate students in UWM's Department of Visual Art. Free. UWM Union Art Gallery/UWM Peck School of the Arts, 2200 East Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-229-6310. Subjects: Art, Schools [E-69211]

 Alumni Exhibition

Friday, October 23, 2009 through Saturday, November 14, 2009. October 23 from 4-6 pm. Featuring a number of alumni from recent graduates to more established artists this exhibit will include a variety of media and styles. Invited artists include Mutope Johnson, Frank Korb, Rachel Roemer, Patrick Turner and Greg Gent. Greenhill Center of the Arts - Crossman Gallery, 930 W. Main Street, Whitewater, Walworth County. Call 262-472-2222. Subjects: Art [E-69765]

 Deathtrap by Ira Levin

Friday, October 23, 2009 through Saturday, November 14, 2009. Sidney Bruhl's plays used to be box office gold, but his last few productions have flopped hard. When a young writer hands off a thriller to Sidney for input, the veteran writer sees an opportunity to resurrect his floundering career. He decides to concoct a plot to murder the unknown writer and pass the play off as his own. But there's a flaw in his plan, and Sidney soon finds he has unwittingly written himself into a mystery that will cause his world to spiral out of control. Call for ticket prices. Sunset Playhouse Furlan Auditorium Mainstage, 800 Elm Grove Rd, Elm Grove, Waukesha County. Call 262-782-4430. Subjects: Theater [E-65328]

 NEW! Our Changing Universe

Saturday, May 9, 2009 through Saturday, November 14, 2009. 10:00 a.m. Join Beaver Creek Reserve Observatory Coordinator Jim Fitzl as he presents a series of three programs/workshops on the development of the science of astronomy from ancient times through today. Programs will be on the second Saturday of each quarter. The programs will cover 1) Ancient times to Copernicus, 2) Copernicus to Edwin Hubble, 3) Edwin Hubble to the present. Friends $5 Adult Nonmembers $7Adult. Beaver Creek Reserve, S1 County Road K, Fall Creek, Eau Claire County. Call 715-877-2212. Subjects: Science [E-64315]

 "From Earth to the Universe"

Thursday, October 15, 2009 through Sunday, November 15, 2009. Wonders from the far reaches of the universe will be brought down to Earth. A collection of 40 striking images of galaxies, planets and more will be on public display. The colorful exhibit is part of a worldwide celebration of the International Year of Astronomy, 400 years since Galileo used his telescope to peer beyond the Earth. Local exhibit organizer Laura Trouille was awarded a NASA grant to develop an exhibit for Wisconsin audiences. UW Whitewater, Whitewater, Walworth County. Call 262-472-2222. Subjects: Astronomy, Schools [E-67187]

 At Close Range: Exploring the West in MMoCA's Permanent Collection

Thursday, October 15, 2009 through Sunday, November 15, 2009. At Close Range: Exploring the West in MMoCA's Permanent Collection explores the iconography, from cowboys to coyotes and from plains to pastures, found in works from the permanent collection of the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art. Referencing Manifest Destiny and Native American rituals, the works of art in this show represent both ancient and current modes of thought about landscape, nationhood, and individuality. Madison Museum of Contemporary Art - MMoCA, 227 State Street, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-257-0158. Subjects: Art, Museums [E-62635]

 Birds in Art

Saturday, September 12, 2009 through Sunday, November 15, 2009. Tues-Fri 9am-4pm, Sat-Sun 12-5. To paraphrase Gertrude Stein, "Bird is a bird is a bird is a bird." Or is it? When artists from around the globe interpret this subject, they go far beyond this statement to create a microcosm of the world's rich avian diversity. Each of the 140 works comprising this year's Birds in Art reflects the universal appeal of birds and the venerable tradition of birds as a source of inspiration. Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 9 am-4 pm, Thursday 9am-7:30 pm, Saturday-Sunday Noon-5 pm. Free. Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, 700 N 12th St, Wausau, Marathon County. Call 715-845-7010. Subjects: Art, Museums, Galleries [E-68874]