Wisconsin Events for Saturday November 7, 2009

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 10th Annual Harvest Bazaar & Bake Sale

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 9 am. Breakfast and Lunch will be served by the Men of Grace and fresh caramel rolls will be served. Come and enjoy tempting Norwegian treats and a bounty of homemade cookies, bars, breads, and pies. There will also be Lefse, Krumkake, & rosemaling demonstrations; plants, crafts and a silent auction. Enter through the doors on Second Avenue for easy access. We are handicap accessible. Grace Lutheran Church, 202 W. Grand Ave, Eau Claire, Eau Claire County. Call 715-832-9713. Subjects: Community, Food, Religion [E-69817]

 10th Annual Northern Heritage Fiddle Contest

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 10 am. The Northern Heritage Fiddle Contest will take place on November 7th, 2009. Come join us as we award over $1,400 in cash prizes; this event is open to fiddlers of all ages and ability levels! Everyone is welcome-- join as a competitor or just to listen to great fiddle music for the day! For more information, visit our website or call 715-468-2414. We'll see you there! Shell Lake Arts Center, 802 1st Street, Shell Lake, Washburn County. Call 715-468-2414. Subjects: Music, Festivals, Art [E-69485]

 2009 IDEAL Awards

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 6:00 pm. 2009 IDEAL Awards Gala, at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center in Downtown Milwaukee. The Gala honors members Milwaukee community who have shown outstanding commitment to environmental sustainability and stewardship. The event includes a reception, elegant dinner, silent & voice auction, the IDEAL Awards presentation & entertainment. Dress code is business attire. Packages are available for corporate table sponsorship($1000) or individual attendance($125 person). $100. Keep Greater Milwaukee Beautiful, 1313 W Mt Vernon Ave, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-272-5462. Subjects: Environment, Auctions, Food [E-69478]

 Ancora String Quartet -- A Local Treasure

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 7:30 pm. With performances and a repertoire that ranges from Mozart to the Indigo Girls, Leanne Kelso League (violin), Robin Ryan (violin), Marika Fischer Hoyt (viola), and Benjamin Whitcomb (cello) have appeared in such prestigious groups as the Madison Symphony, the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra, and the Wisconsin Baroque Ensemble. $15. Stoughton Opera House, 381 E Main Street, Stoughton, Dane County. Call 608-877-4400. Subjects: Music, Classical [E-67726]

 Bethany Craft Fair and Bake Sale

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 9 am - 2 pm. Handcrafted and original design gifts - Baby items, Christmas ornaments, Embroidery, Fair trade items, Hmong crafts, Jewelry, Knitting, Madison & WI gifts, Nantucket Lightship Baskets, note cards, Photography, Rosemaling, Silk screening, Stained glass mosaic, Stuffed animals ... and more. Barbecue lunch (11-1). Children's Shopping Fair: gifts children can give family and friends for Christmas, separate room to keep your presents a secret from Mom and Dad, wrapping paper and bows too. Free. Bethany United Methodist Church, 3910 Mineral Point Road, Madison, Dane County. Subjects: Crafts, Art [E-69700]

 Black Crowes

Saturday, November 7, 2009. . Riverside Theater (Milwaukee), 116 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-286-3663. Subjects: Music [E-69044]

 Comedy Night in Hockey

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 6 pm. Manitowoc Co Youth Hockey Association is hosting its 1st Annual Hockey Night in Comedy. Entertainers include Comedy City of De Pere and Chris Foresta from Charcoal Grill as the Master of Ceremonies. There will be food and beverages available for purchase, as well as tons of fun raffles and auctions. Don't miss this great opportunity to support our local youth hockey organization. Be ready for a wild and crazy night of comedy. Tickets $10 in advance and $12 at the door. JE Hamilton Community House, 1520 17th St, Two Rivers, Manitowoc County. Subjects: Comedy, Hockey [E-69759]

 Country Christmas Art and Craft Fair

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 9 am-3 pm. We are happy to announce that Country Christmas Art and Craft Fair at St. James Parish in Mukwonago is returning on November 7th,2009. This is one of the most popular holiday craft fairs in the area. Join us for a wonderful day of shopping and then treat yourself to lunch at our Craftside Café and dessert at the bake sale booth! ADMISSION IS FREE! New vendors welcome, we have booths available. Call for more info. Free. St James Catholic Parish, 830 Hwy NN East, Mukwonago, Waukesha County. Call 262-363-7615 ext. 100. Subjects: Fairs, Art, Crafts [E-69162]

 Daddy D - Broadway Bound!

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 7:30 p.m. The talented musical troupe returns with your favorite Broadway showtunes. $15 Adult, $12 Senior & Student , $8 Children. Third Avenue Playhouse, 239 N. Third Avenue, Sturgeon Bay, Door County. Call 920-743-1760. Subjects: Community, Musicals, Theater [E-68799]

 Family Hike: World of the Whitetail

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 10:30 to 11:30am. The white-tailed deer are on the move, making it easier for us to spot the signs they leave behind. We might even be lucky to spot a deer or two on our hike! Spend an hour on a family-friendly hike through Havenwoods. We'll use magnifiers, binoculars, and super-duper outdoor lookers to spend the morning in nature. Havenwoods State Forest, 6141 N Hopkins St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-527-0232. Subjects: Families, Walking, Nature [E-69952]

 Free Live Music

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 5 pm. Local Classic Rock cover band "Surfing to Mecca" performs. Free. Sherman Perk Coffee Shop, 4924 W Roosevelt, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-875-6825. Subjects: Music [E-70175]

 Holiday Open House at Eau Galle Cheese

Saturday, November 7, 2009. Kick Off The Holiday Season At Eau Galle Cheese And Gifts. Wine Tasting 10 am - 2 pm. Free Attendance Gift, Refreshments & Door Prizes, Gifts & Collectibles At Eau Galle Cheese. Eau Galle Cheese Factory, N6765 Hwy 25, Durand, Pepin County. Call 715-283-4211. Subjects: WineTasting, Food [E-70285]

 Horn Choir and Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble Concerts

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 2pm horn choir: 4pm ensemble. Enjoy two concerts by top student brass groups. The Horn Choir will perform a diversified and exciting program including pieces from Beethoven, Bach, Henry Mancini and the Beatles. Featured compositions also include "Till Eulenspiegel's Merry Pranks" by Richard Strauss; "Mass to St. Hubert" by Sombrun; and "Malaguena." At 4pm John Stevens directs the Tuba and Euphonium Ensemble in the world premiere of his "Prometheus and the Gift of Fire," as well as his "Music 4 Tubas" and "Talisman." UW Mills Hall, Mosse Humanities Building, 455 N Park St, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-263-9485. Subjects: Classical, Music, Schools [E-70131]

 Jessie Jack Hooper and the Power of Organized Womanhood

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 3 pm - 4:30 pm. Helen Bannan performs as Wisconsin activist Jessie Jack Hooper. This event will entertain as it illuminates Wisconsin history. Light refreshments will follow the program. Hosted by the Friends of the Alice Baker Library in Eagle. Seating is limited; please register at the library or online. free. Caldwell Hall, Old World Wisconsin, S103 W37890 Hwy 67, Eagle, Waukesha County. Call 262-594-2800. Subjects: Theater [E-68822]

 Larry Penn Folk Music

Saturday, November 7, 2009. Larry Penn has been entertaining folks by making music, poetry and art for over three decades. Join Larry as he sings and tells stories of people and hard work, trains, trucks, love and life on the road. $5. The Coffee House, below Redeemer Lutheran Church, 631 N 19th St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-534-4612. Subjects: Folk, Music, Nightlife [E-69597]

 Making Treats for the Birds

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 1 - 2:30 p.m. Create a variety of bird treats for your feathered friends! We'll supply the materials to help the birds in your yard stay well-fed through fall and winter! Pre-registration is suggested. Adult $6, Child $4; Member: Adult $4, Child $3. Riveredge Nature Center, 4458 W. Hawthorne Dr, Newburg, Ozaukee County. Call 800-287-8098. Subjects: Families [E-69426]

 Mario Kart Wii Tournament

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 12:00 - 3:00 pm. Contestants must register before 12:00 pm to be eligible for play. Snacks and beverages will be provided, and small prizes will be awarded for 1st-4th places. Ages 6-11. Registration is required. Please call 262-843-3348 to register. Free. Salem Community Library, 24615 89th St, Salem, Kenosha County. Call 262-843-3348. Subjects: Gaming, Games, Kids [E-68746]

 Mark and Ann's Thanksgiving Dance

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 8pm. A Variety Dance with music for everyone to Dance to- including Holiday music! A Basic Salsa and Country 2-step Dance Lesson at 8pm. DJ Dancing begins 8:30pm till 11:30pm. Admission is $8.00 to All Ages- Family Friendly! Cash Bar Available. Kick-Off the Holiday Season- Dancing- with Mark and Ann! $8.00- All Ages. Knights of Columbus Hall, 2318 63rd Street, Kenosha, Kenosha County. Call 262-654-3522. Subjects: Dance, Dancing, Community [E-70012]

 Midwest Premiere of London Hit, "Happy Now?"

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 4pm and 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-69729]

 November Christmas Bazaar

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 9 am to 3 pm. Craft Show with an emphasis on Christmas benefiting Big Brothers/Big Sisters held in the Community Center. Fresh wreaths and garland for sale, bake sales and cookies, children's activities, a 50/50 raffle, holiday gourmet gifts and including a visit from Mr and Mrs Claus! St. Germain Community Center, 545 State Highway 155, St. Germain, Vilas County. Call 715-542-2881. Subjects: Crafts, Holidays, Community [E-69645]

 Oregon Preschool Fall Carnival

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 10am - 2pm. The carnival is perfect for children ages 2 to 10, but feel free to include grandparents, neighbors, family and friends in the fun. The Carnival features games galore, with prizes awarded on each play! In addition to games, there is a cakewalk, face painting, jumping castle and much more. Lunch is available at the concession stand.A free game ticket will be given to each child who brings a non-perishable food item for the Oregon-Brooklyn Food Pantry (limit one ticket per child). Netherwood Knoll Elemtary School Gym, 200 N. Main St, Oregon, Dane County. Subjects: Festivals, Games, Families [E-69756]

 Red Star Express Bluegrass and Gospel Concert at the PAC

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 7 pm. This Bluegrass & Gospel Concert featuring Red Star Express and guest artist Peter Scheuerman is part of the WI Performing Artists Series at Plymouth Arts Center. Red Star Express, popular throughout the Midwest for its lively Bluegrass-Gospel music in Grand Ol' Opry style has its roots firmly entrenched in Eastern WI farming country. The band's musical arrangements feature harmony singing on standard bluegrass instruments, guitar, mandolin, banjo, fiddle, upright bass, dobro and blues harp. $10 in Advance; $12 at the Door. Plymouth Arts Center, 520 E Mill St, Plymouth, Sheboygan County. Call 920-892-8409. Subjects: Music, Nightlife, Spirituality [E-69755]

 Sugar Plum Craft Faire

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 9 am - 4 pm. Quality Crafters and Artists Terrific Bake Sale Full Concessions $2/Children under 12 Free Sorry, NO STROLLERS $2.00. 5201 S 76th St, Greendale, Milwaukee County. Call 414-421-4000. Subjects: Crafts, Art, Holidays [E-69367]

 The Wizard of Oz: An Illustrated Companion to the Timeless Movie Classic

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 2:00 pm. Join us in welcoming renowned author and historian John Fricke. John will be here to celebrate the 70th anniversary of The Wizard of Oz and sign copies of his new book, The Wizard of Oz: An Illustrated Companion to the Timeless Movie Classic. Free. Barnes & Noble-Mayfair Mall, 2500 N Mayfair Rd, Wauwatosa, Milwaukee County. Call 414-475-6070. Subjects: Families, Theater [E-69896]

 Tyrone Greive, Violin; Ellen Burmeister, Piano

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 8pm. The program showcases famed Polish composers: "Second Polonaise Brilliant in A major," Op. 21 by Henryk Wieniawski; "Allegro de Sonate," Op. 2 by Henryk and Józef Wieniawski; "Nocturne No. 2 in E flat major," Op. 9 by Frédéric Chopin, and "Sonata No. 1 in F major," Op. 10 by Józef Elsner. The program will also include "Sonata in D major," Op. 12 by the French violinist-composer Edouard Lalo and the "Sonata No. 3 for Solo Violin" by world famous and Milwaukee-born composer Otto Luening. Mills Hall, Mosse Humanities Building, 455 N. Park St, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-263-9485. Subjects: Classical, Music, Schools [E-70143]

 UW Arboretum Volunteer Workday - Wingra Oak Savanna

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training are provided, and groups are welcome with advance notice. Meet at the gravel parking lot along Arbor Drive just off Monroe Street. For more information: 608-265-5214 Wingra Oak Savanna, 1207 Seminole Highway, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-265-5214. Subjects: Nature [E-68347]

 Wine Tasting

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 5 pm, 7 pm. Wine Tasting Saturday November 7th 2009 5-7pm We will taste wines that will compliment your Thanksgiving dinner. Alexander Valley New Gewurztraminer The Big Red Monster Pedroncelli Pinot Noir Dead Letter Office Shiraz Royal Tokaji $3 Per Person - $3 discount with purchase Visit our website for more details. $3. The Wine Vineyard, 103 N. Main St, Lake Mills, Jefferson County. Call (920) 648-5481. Subjects: WineTasting [E-69836]

 Woven Gourd Workshop

Saturday, November 7, 2009. 9 am. Starting with a gourd that has been cleaned, dyed and drilled, Sandy Bulgrin, co-owner of Basket Bits Magazine, will teach weaving on a gourd using a variety of sizes, colors and types of reeds. All materials provided. Pre-register. $40.00. Gordon Bubolz Nature Preserve, 4815 N Lynndale Dr, Appleton, Outagamie County. Call (920-731-6041). Subjects: Crafts, Education, Nature [E-70026]

 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]