Wisconsin Events for Sunday December 13, 2009

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 Experimental Film/Video Series at Woodland Pattern

Sunday, December 13, 2009. 2pm. A screening of Nathaniel Dorsky's "Hours for Jerome", Parts 1 and 2, in conjunction with Woodland Pattern's holiday open house. Woodland Pattern Book Center, 720 E Locust St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-263-5001. Subjects: Film, Schools, Books [E-70233]

 Living Activism Night Benefits Casa Maria

Sunday, December 13, 2009. 7pm. Living Activism Night presents a special Casa Kemnitz Jam Session to benefit Casa Maria. Enjoy an evening filled with songs, guitars and maybe even a banjo or two! Be generous! Free-will donation with all door $ going to the benefited org. The Coffee House, below Redeemer Lutheran Church, 631 N 19th St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-534-4612. Subjects: Music, Nightlife, Community [E-69988]

 Mary L Nohl Fellowship Exhibition

Sunday, December 13, 2009. Artists Brent Budsberg & Shana McCaw, Xav Leplae and Iverson White (Established) and Bobby Ciraldo & Andrew Swant, Tate Bunker, Frankie Latina and Barbara Miner report in a year after being selected as 2008 Nohl Fellows as part of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation's Mary L Nohl Fellowships for Individual Artists program. The exhibition brings together new work by seven of Greater Milwaukee's most talented established and emerging artists working in a range of media. Free. Institute of Visual Arts, Inova/Kenilworth, 2155 N. Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-229-5070. Subjects: Art, Schools [E-70252]

 Moraine Chorus Winter Concert

Sunday, December 13, 2009. 2pm. Directed by Dr. Peter Gibeau. Free admission. UW- Washington County, 400 University Dr, West Bend, Washington County. Call 262-335-5208. Subjects: Music [E-66900]

 New Dancemakers: Insight

Sunday, December 13, 2009. 2pm Program B; 4pm Program A. Years of training the mind and the body produce a calmness and stability that allows a dance work to emerge from the depth of one's being, and to resonate throughout our community. For New Dancemakers: Insight, the Dance Department's 16th emerging choreographer showcase, 14 choreographers work with UWM faculty, guest artists and the Milwaukee dance community to carve—with movement—their fresh perspectives on the world. $10 general/$7 students, seniors & UWM alumni, faculty & staff. Studio 254, Mitchell Hall, 2nd Floor, 3203 N. Downer Ave, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-229-4308. Subjects: Schools, Dance [E-70173]

 Rock Springs Fire Department Annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa

Sunday, December 13, 2009. 7:30 am, 12:30 pm. Rock Springs Fire Department Annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa Sunday December 13, 2009 7:30 am - 12:30 pm In the lower level of The Rock Springs Community Center in Rock Springs WI $5 a plate, Children 5 and under free All you can eat, best deal around! Santa arrives by Fire Truck at 9am! Get your picture taken with Santa and tell him what you want for Christmas. All you can eat - $5 plate, Children 5 and under Free. Rock Springs Fire Department, 201 W Broadway, Rock Springs, Sauk County. Call 608-393-5034. Subjects: Food [E-70393]

 Stoughton Festival Choir and City Band

Sunday, December 13, 2009. 4:00 pm. The holidays have never sounded so sweet! Both the City Band under the baton of Roger Gohlke and the Festival Choir conducted by Jill Reedy will dazzle with a variety of sacred and secular music, plus a carol sing-along. General Admission, Free will donation at door. free will donation at the door. Stoughton Opera House, 381 E Main Street, Stoughton, Dane County. Call 608-877-4400. Subjects: Music, Community, Holidays [E-67734]

 The Midwest Vocal Express Big Band Christmas

Sunday, December 13, 2009. 2pm. Featuring Gary Christensen's All-Star SUPERband, recently named the best big band in Wisconsin, will bring its acclaimed group of jazz soloists and join the Midwest Vocal Express for an exciting array of holiday favorites. Enjoy the unique beauty of each group at their best…and they will combine for a rousing finale you won't want to miss. Oconomowoc Arts Center, 641 E Forest Street, Oconomowoc, Waukesha County. Call 262-560-3172. Subjects: Holidays, Music, Theater [E-66324]

 UW Arboretum Family Walk - Winter Birding for Kids

Sunday, December 13, 2009. 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm. This is a good time for youngsters to learn about birds because they are easier to spot among winter's bare branches. Join the naturalist for a short walk to find our feathered friends. Arboretum Visitor Center, 1207 Seminole Highway, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-263-7888. Subjects: Walking [E-69913]

 UW Arboretum Walk - Winter Birds

Sunday, December 13, 2009. 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm. Chickadees, nuthatches, blue jays and others spend the entire year here. Some species consider our area ěsouthî and come here for the winter. Arboretum Visitor Center, 1207 Seminole Highway, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-263-7888. Subjects: Walking [E-69912]

 UWM Jazz Ensemble and Youth Jazz Ensembles

Sunday, December 13, 2009. 7:30pm. . $10 general/$7 students, seniors & UWM alumni, faculty & staff. Helen Bader Concert Hall, Helene Zelazo Center, 2419 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-229-4308. Subjects: Jazz, Music, Schools [E-70243]

 UWM Jazz Lab Combos

Sunday, December 13, 2009. 3pm. . $10 general/$7 students, seniors & UWM alumni, faculty & staff. Peck School of the Arts Recital Hall, 2400 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-229-4308. Subjects: Jazz, Schools [E-70242]

 UWM Youth Wind Ensembles I and II

Sunday, December 13, 2009. 4pm. Youth Wind Ensemble II performs under John Woger, principal guest conductor, as well as Michael Neumeyer and Rosemary Walzer, graduate conducting associates. Youth Wind Ensemble I will perform a program of the symphonic wind works of contemporary composer Michael Markowski. The program is highlighted by the performance of the recently premiered piecejointly commissioned by the (Hartland) Arrowhead High School Bands and the UWM Youth Wind Ensembles program. $10 general/$7 students, seniors & UWM alumni, faculty & staff. Helen Bader Concert Hall, Helene Zelazo Center, 2419 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-229-4308. Subjects: Classical, Music, Schools [E-70241]

 Wassail Dinner Concert

Sunday, December 13, 2009. 6:30 pm. Wassail Dinner Concerts combine lively choral music by the Rittenhouse Singers with five-course gourmet dinners staged in the Inn's festive dining rooms. This 33-year annual event at Bayfield's renown Old Rittenhouse Inn brings guests from all over the midwest. Wassail Concerts are open to the public by reservation. Complete packages include lodging one or two nights, seating for two at a dinner concert performance, and full breakfast for two each morning. Dinner Concert: $75 plus beverages, tax, and gratuity. Old Rittenhouse Inn, 301 Rittenhouse Avenue, Bayfield, Bayfield County. Call 800-779-2129. Subjects: Music, Food, Travel [E-70157]

 Wassail Luncheon Concert

Sunday, December 13, 2009. 12 pm. Wassail Luncheon Concerts combine lively choral music by the Rittenhouse Singers with three-course gourmet dinners staged in the Inn's festive dining rooms. This 33-year annual event at Bayfield's renown Old Rittenhouse Inn brings guests from all over the midwest. Wassail Concerts are open to the public by reservation. Complete packages include lodging one or two nights, seating for two at a dinner concert performance, and full breakfast for two each morning. Luncheon Concert: $45 plus beverages, tax, and gratuity. Old Rittenhouse Inn, 301 Rittenhouse Avenue, Bayfield, Bayfield County. Call 800-779-2129. Subjects: Music, Food, Travel [E-70156]

 "Moon Over the Brewery" by Bruce Graham

Thursday, November 12, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. Directed by Angela Iannone. Featuring Amanda J Hull, Dan Katula, Travis A Knight and Melinda Pfundstein. Single mother Miriam Waslyk works as a waitress to pay the bills, but it is her painting and her 13-year-old daughter that provide her with real sustenance. Although the precocious Amanda can be a handful! She delights in chasing away Mom's suitors, while enlisting the help of her friend, Randolph – whose wardrobe changes according to Amanda's latest book of choice. Single tickets on sale in July, call 414- 291-7800. Studio Theatre, Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N Broadway, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-276-8842 for subscription package. Subjects: Theater [E-64898]

 7 Stories by Morris Panych

Thursday, November 12, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. Call for times. A man teeters on a seventh story ledge of a building. We don't know why, but his purpose seems clear. The tenants who pop in the surrounding windows are too involved in their own petty problems to care about his dilemma. In fact, The Man becomes so embroiled in their vicious arguments and callous suggestions that he get on with it, he devises an entirely surprising and near-miraculous escape. Fast-paced, sophisticated, hilarious: questions of life and death have never been this much fun. Next Act Theatre, 342 N. Water St, 2nd floor, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-278-0765. Subjects: Theater [E-65472]

 A Holiday in History

Saturday, December 12, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. 11 am-3 pm. Celebrate the holiday traditions of the past with sleigh rides, live holiday music, beautiful decorations and family activities in our stove-heated buildings. Fee charged. Pinecrest Historical Village, 924 Pinecrest Lane, Manitowoc, Manitowoc County. Call 920-684-4445. Subjects: Historic, Holidays [E-69297]

 A Renaissance Christmas

Friday, December 11, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. Midsummer's Music Festival is proud to present "A Renaissance Christmas." Experience the magic of the Christmas season with music performed on period instruments. December 11 is a fundraising event at Bjorklunden in Baileys Harbor, benefiting Midsummer's Music, and features a silent auction, a sumptuous dinner and concert. December 12 and 13 are goodwill offering concerts and the locations are to be announced. For more information call 920-854-7088. Door County Chamber of Commerce, 1015 Green Bay Rd, Sturgeon Bay, Door County. Call 920-743-4456. Subjects: Auctions, Music, Food [E-63105]

 Annual Mary L Nohl Fellowship Exhibition

Friday, October 9, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. 6-9pm reception. 6:30 pm gallery talk. Artists Brent Budsberg & Shana McCaw, Xav Leplae and Iverson White (Established) and Bobby Ciraldo & Andrew Swant, Tate Bunker, Frankie Latina and Barbara Miner report in a year after being selected as 2008 Nohl Fellows as part of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation's Mary L. Nohl Fellowships for Individual Artists program. The exhibition brings together new work by seven of Greater Milwaukee's most talented established and emerging artists working in a range of media. Free. Inova/Kenilworth, 2155 N. Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-229-5070. Subjects: Art, Schools [E-69208]

 Antlerless Gun Whitetail Deer Season

Thursday, December 10, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. . 1-888-936-7463 (1-888-WDNR INFO) 608-266-2621. Statewide. Call 715-339-4505. Subjects: Hunting, Wildlife [E-69130]

 Christmas Tours

Saturday, December 12, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. 2 pm. Guided Tour of the Mansion decorated for the Christmas season Adults $5, 12-and-under $1. Cook-Rutledge Mansion, 505 W Grand Ave, Chippewa Falls, Chippewa County. Call 715-723-7181. Subjects: Families, Holidays, Historic [E-69827]

 Holiday Light Show

Friday, December 11, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM. Over 200,000 lights! Illuminated garden pathways guide visitors on an evening stroll through various themed light displays throughout the botanical gardens. Step inside to enjoy a warm beverage as you watch The Wisconsin Garden Railway Society's model trains. Surround yourself with quilted masterpieces from the Rock Valley Quilter's Guild. Nightly entertainment; refreshments. Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Tickets available at the door. $5 Adults. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive, Janesville, Rock County. Call 608-752-3885. Subjects: Holidays, Quilts, Trains [E-70019]

 John McGivern in Winter Tales

Friday, December 11, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. Fri Sat 7:30 pm; Sun 2 pm. Wisconsin's gifted comedian serves up a steady stream of holiday stories from his childhood, recalling an age of innocence bounded by snow days, Thanksgiving dinners and handcrafted Christmas presents. Guaranteed to generate loads of laughter and a warm glow inside. $ 15 A - $12 Students & seniors. Third Avenue Playhouse, 239 N. Third Avenue, Sturgeon Bay, Door County. Call 920-743-1760. Subjects: Comedy, Community, Theater [E-68802]

 Moon Over The Brewery

Thursday, November 12, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. Single mother Miriam Waslyk works as a waitress to pay the bills, but it is her painting and her 13-year old daughter that provide her with real sustenance. Although the precocious Amanda can be a handful! She delights in chasing away Mom's suitors, while enlisting the help of her friend, Randolph. Tickets for this charming romantic comedy can be purchased online 24/7 or by phone at 414.291.7800 or in person at the Broadway Theatre Center. Tickets are $35. $10 - $35. Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N Broadway, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-276-8842. Subjects: Art, Families, Theater [E-70349]

 Mount Horeb Gingerbread House Display

Friday, December 4, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. Time varies by day. Gingerbread House Display and Kaleidoscope Marketplace Artist Michael Ridel's exhibit of folk art houses at the historic District #1 School House, 110 N. 2nd Street, Mount Horeb. See all the amazing Gingerbread House Contest entries and charming replicas of period houses. Admission is $1. Kids can enter the coloring contest and decorate their own gingerbread cookie. Display is open Dec, 4-7 pm, Dec. 5&6, 10-5, Dec. 10 & 11, 4-7, Dec. 12, 10-5 and Dec. 13, noon to 7 pm Historic District #1 School House, 110 N. 2nd Street, Mount Horeb, Dane County. Call 608-576-5837. Subjects: Holidays, Historic, Crafts [E-69964]

 Northwoods Players Madrigal Dinner

Friday, December 11, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. 6:30 - 9pm each night. Enjoy an excellent seven-course meal served formally while the 16-member royal court entertains you with an exceptional variety of great music, as well as several humorous skits performed by the Madrigal Singers including the king, queen, town crier, jester, juggler, trumpeters, knights, and serving pages. Dinner, fun and frolic Renaissance style. Call for ticket price and reservations. Club 13, Hwy. 13, Phillips, Price County. Call 715-339-3908. Subjects: Music, Theater, Holidays [E-69131]

 Seven Stories by Morris Panych

Thursday, November 12, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. The Man teeters on a seventh story ledge. We don't know his reasons, but his purpose seems clear. The tenants who pop in and out of the surrounding windows, however, are too involved in their own petty problems to care about his dilemma. In fact, The Man becomes so embroiled in their vicious arguments, money schemes and callous suggestions to jump and be done with it, that he devises an entirely surprising and near-miraculous escape. Magic somehow emerges out of mayhem. Ticket price depends upon the day. Next Act Theatre, 342 N. Water St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-278-0765, tickets available for purchase by phone Aug 1. Subjects: Theater [E-64275]

 The Rag Doll's Dance

Friday, December 4, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. F, Sa,Th 7:30pm,1pm Sa, 2pm Su. Morning Star Productions presents The Rag Doll's Dance, A Musical Christmas fantasy come to life. An evil Ice Doll is trying to ruin Christmas by freezing the hearts of the toys waiting under the tree. The toys seem doomed until a mysterious Rag Doll appears – determined to save the day. This fascinating story with it's music, dance and beautiful symbol of salvation make it a great way for the whole family to celebrate Christ's birth. $9.00-$15.00, $2.00 discount for Senior, Students, Children. Morning Star Productions at Eastbrook Church, 5385 N. Green Bay Rd, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414 -228-5220 ext. 385. Subjects: Theater, Families, Musicals [E-69906]

 The Wonder of Christmas

Thursday, December 3, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. View hundreds of Nativity scenes of all sizes and types, Thurs-Sat 10 am-8 pm, Sun 12-4:30 pm, group tours available, call to schedule. Trinity Alliance Church, 3121 Nagle Avenue, Manitowoc, Manitowoc County. Call 920-684-0828. Subjects: Holidays, International [E-69278]

 UWM Theater Mainstage Series: A Midsummer Night's Dream

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. All 7:30pm except Sun 2pm. By William Shakespeare, Directed by Jim Tasse. Pre-performance talk on Wednesday, Dec. 9 at 6:45 pm. This comedy of lunatics, lovers and poets and their enchanting collision in the Athenian wood has been delighting audiences for over 400 years. Shakespeare's powerful language evokes a contested world of light and shadow, where all is resolved and mostly reconciled through simpleness and duty, and the power of the unleashed imagination. $15 general/$9 students, seniors & alumni. Mainstage Theatre, Arts Center, 2400 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-229-4308. Subjects: Theater, Schools [E-70245]

 Washburn Cultural Center's Holiday Boutique

Saturday, December 12, 2009 through Sunday, December 13, 2009. Annual Merry Ol' Christmas Boutique featuring arts, crafts, home, health & beauty products, bakery and more. Luncheon served. Washburn Cultural Center, 1 East Bayfield St, Washburn, Bayfield County. Call 715-373-5591. Subjects: Holidays, Sales, Crafts [E-66137]

 Adult Pilate's / Ballet class

Monday, June 22, 2009 through Tuesday, December 15, 2009. 2 pm. Pilates-fit. This class is ideal for anyone wishing to improve overall health and wellness while emphasizing relaxation and stress relief. Pilates-fit is appropriate for all ages and fitness levels.It is beneficial with injury prevention. Seniors welcome, chair Pilates and standing work. Classes And the scenic Neshkoro Coffee Mill on 100 State St, By the Historic Mill Pond in Neshkoro off Rte 73 Turn at the school. Free to all. Neshkoro Coffee Mill Cafe, 100 State St, Neshkoro, Marquette County. Call 920-293-8777. Subjects: Dance, Fitness, Education [E-65262]

 Childrens' Ballet Classes

Wednesday, June 24, 2009 through Tuesday, December 15, 2009. 3 - 5 pm. The Sanctuary Community Arts Program is focused on the health and wellness of individuals of all ages. Dance is not only a possibility for everyone; Dance can be reality for everyone. Classes are offered to individuals of all ages and levels. Classes are held at the Mount Morris Old Town Hall, on Hwy. 152. Free to all. Mt Morris Town Hall, Route 152, Mt Morris, Waushara County. Call 920.527.1076. Subjects: Ballet, Dance, Education [E-65261]

 From Earth to the Universe

Sunday, November 15, 2009 through Tuesday, December 15, 2009. A collection of 40 striking images of galaxies, planets and more will be on public display. The colorful exhibit, "From Earth to the Universe," is part of a worldwide celebration of the International Year of Astronomy, marking 400 years since Galileo first used his telescope to peer beyond the Earth. Local exhibit organizer Laura Trouille, a UW astronomy graduate student, was awarded a NASA International Year of Astronomy Ambassador grant to develop an exhibit for Wisconsin audiences. UW Space Place, 2300 S Park St, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-262-4779. Subjects: Astronomy, Schools [E-67185]

 Ongoing yoga classes

Tuesday, September 8, 2009 through Tuesday, December 15, 2009. Morning and Evening Yoga Classes with experienced yoga teachers working therapeutically with the body. session fee $72. Mindful Yoga Studio, 6127 Green Bay Rd. Suite 150, Kenosha, Kenosha County. Call 262-859-2151. Subjects: Fitness, Health, Spirituality [E-68089]

 The Gingerbread Man

Thursday, December 10, 2009 through Thursday, December 17, 2009. 10 am. What do you do when you're having a Holiday party and your specially made gingerbread cookie decides it doesn't want to stay? You reason with it, plead with it, sing to it, chase it - don't worry, the party is a BIG success! This production is most appreciated adults and young people 3 through 7 years of age. Dates are subject to change. Please call or email before attending. Reservations and advance purchase are strongly recommended. Approximately 40-50 minutes in length Individuals $10.00 per person adult or child. Qualifying Groups $6.50 per person adult or child. M&W At Centennial Hall, 733 N 8th St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-272-7701. Subjects: Theater [E-68942]

 Time for Tots at St Francis Library

Friday, September 11, 2009 through Friday, December 18, 2009. 9 - 11 am. Join our drop-playtime. We have toys, games and activities available while you sit and chat with other adults. Snacks are provided at no charge. Developmental information is offered weekly. No registration required. Drop in any time. Free. St Francis Public Library, 4230 S Nicholson Avenue, St Francis, Milwaukee County. Call 414-481-7323. Subjects: Kids, Socials, Community [E-62008]

 Book Sale at St Francis Library

Saturday, September 12, 2009 through Saturday, December 19, 2009. 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. The Book Sale room will be open every other Saturday beginning September 9th. (Sept 12 & 26; Oct 10 & 24; Nov 7 & 21; Dec 5 & 19) Sponsored by the Friends of St Francis Library. St Francis Public Library, 4230 S. Nicholson Avenue, St Francis, Milwaukee County. Call 414-481-7323. Subjects: Books, Community, Sales [E-68655]

 Dane County Winter Farmers' Market

Saturday, November 14, 2009 through Saturday, December 19, 2009. 7:30am to 12:00pm Saturdays. The Dane County Winter Farmers' Market will once again call Monona Terrace its home during the months of November and December. Come inside and enjoy this great Madison tradition. The Farmers' Market offers a wonderful assortment of homemade and homegrown Wisconsin products. Free. Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center, 1 John Nolen Dr, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-261-4000. Subjects: Food, FarmMarkets [E-67604]

 Family Wii Saturdays

Tuesday, November 24, 2009 through Saturday, December 19, 2009. 12:00 - 3:00 pm. Bring the whole family or just a friend for family Wii Saturdays. Open play is available for those nwe to the system or pros looking to play against others. Saturdays, Oct. 24, Nov. 14, and Dec. 19. Free. Salem Community Library, 24615 89th St, Salem, Kenosha County. Call 282-843-3348. Subjects: Gaming, Games, Families [E-68740]

 Live Nativity

Thursday, December 3, 2009 through Saturday, December 19, 2009. 7 pm. Live Nativity (Our Christmas show) Dec. 3, 4, 5 Dec. 10, 11, 12 Dec. 17, 18, 19. A Christmas Disaster in 3 Acts. Rebel Alliance Theatre, Omro, Winnebago County. Call 920-426-8580. Subjects: Theater, Holidays [E-70287]

 The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

Friday, December 4, 2009 through Saturday, December 19, 2009. THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER is a perennial favorite with everyone who has experienced it once! This delightful story centers around a family involved in organizing the annual church Christmas pageant. It is full of pranks, meddling elders, outrageous children, and moments of complete chaos. All comes together, as you know it will. Join us. You'll leave with a smile on your face and a new appreciation for the Christmas story. Wolf River Community Theatre--New London, 225 W North Water St, New London, Waupaca County. Call 920-982-4756 or 920-982-6060. Subjects: Holidays, Theater, Families [E-69859]

 The Best of Wisconsin Indoor Farmers' Market

Saturday, November 7, 2009 through Saturday, December 19, 2009. 9 am - 2 pm. Join us every Saturday for The Best of Wisconsin Indoor Farmers' Market featuring vendors from the McFarland, Stoughton, Oregon, Sun Prairie and other Farmers' Markets We will have local fresh vegetables & fruits, home made pies, breads, scones. Wisconsin cheeses and squeaky cheese curds. beef, pork, chicken and eggs. a great seafood. home made pickles, jams & jellies, maple syrup, sorghum & local honey, and dog treats and accessories. Homemade blankets and clothing, arts & crafts. McFarland Municipal Center. From Madison take hwy 12 & 18 Beltline to hwy 51 south, turn left on Farwell St., at Culver's, then left on, 5915 Milwaukee St, McFarland, Dane County. Subjects: FarmMarkets, Food, Crafts [E-69856]

 A Christmas Carol

Saturday, December 12, 2009 through Sunday, December 20, 2009. 7:30 pm and 2:00 pm. The Dickens classic tale of Ebeneezer Scrooge and his journey where he ultimately discovers the true spirit of the holiday. $15 Adults Free to children 12 and under. Monroe High School Performing Arts Center, 1600 26th Street, Monroe, Green County. Call 608-325-5700. Subjects: Theater, Community, Families [E-69797]

 B.A./B.F.A. Exhibition

Friday, December 11, 2009 through Sunday, December 20, 2009. Opening reception: 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11. Northwestern Mutual Art Gallery. Gallery hours are noon-4 p.m. Sunday through Friday. Admission is free. For more information, call (414) 410-4105. Cardinal Stritch University, 6801 N Yates Rd, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Subjects: Art [E-69489]

 Miracle on 34th Street

Friday, December 4, 2009 through Sunday, December 20, 2009. Based on the novel by Valentine Davies, this hilarious, tender and charming show for the entire family is a Christmas classic. As Macy's holiday Santa, Kris Kringle enchants children and shoppers so completely that he is deemed dangerous by fellow employees who question his mental competence and plot to ruin him. Kris insists he's the real Santa Claus and goes to court to prove it. For information and tickets, visit our website. $14-16. Racine Theatre Guild, Inc, 2519 Northwestern Ave, Racine, Racine County. Call 262-633-4218. Subjects: Theater, Families [E-69200]

 Sterling North Home/Museum Opens

Sunday, April 5, 2009 through Sunday, December 20, 2009. 1:00 - 4:30 pm. Sterling North Home/Museum Opens The boyhood Home/Museum of Sterling North, world renown editor and author of Rascal, So Dear to my Heart, The Wolfling, and 28 other books plus poetry is open Sunday afternoons from 1:00-4:30 PM April 5 through December 20 or by appointment. The home has been restored to its 1917 setting and is furnished with authentic antiques. The Museum houses North's desk and typewriter and many family artifacts, photos, books and memorabilia. A gift shop is available. Adults - $3.00/Students/$2.00/under 5 - free with adult. At the stop and go lights (Hwys 51/59), go west on Hwy 59 - go 3 blocks & turn right onto Albion, at 1st stop sign, turn left onto W. Rollin - 2nd house on left, 409 W. Rollin St, Edgerton, Rock County. Call 608-884-3151 or 608-884-3870 or 608-868-7241. Subjects: Historic, Antiques, Books [E-64654]

 The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

Friday, December 4, 2009 through Sunday, December 20, 2009. 7:30 pm; 2:00 pm. Lake Country Players: Community theatre production of Christmas show within a show, when the Heard children disrupt a normal pageant. Fridays and Saturday evenings at 7:30 pm and Sundays and Saturday, 12/5 at 2:00 pm at Lake Country Playhouse, 221 E Capitol Dr. Hartland $15. Lake Country Playhouse, 221 E .Capitol Dr, Hartland, Waukesha County. Call 262-36-SHOWS or 262-367-4697. Subjects: Theater [E-70059]

 The Lady With All the Answers, by David Rambo

Tuesday, November 24, 2009 through Sunday, December 20, 2009. Directed by J.R. Sullivan. For decades, Eppy Friedman, aka Ann Landers, answered countless letters in a newspaper column that made her a legend. In 1975, an ironic twist of events confronts her. With a print deadline looming, she counsels her own broken marriage and heart. This funny and nostalgic play, based on real events, features Laura Gordon as the famous no-nonsense "advice giver" whose daily dialogue helped to shape the social landscapes of the last half century. Milwaukee Repertory Theater - Quadracci Powerhouse Theater, 108 E Wells St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-224-9490. Subjects: Theater [E-65858]