Wisconsin Events for December 23 through December 29

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Events Spanning Multiple Days

 Port Washington Winter Farmers' Market

Saturday, November 3, 2012 through Saturday, May 25, 2013. 9 am. Port Washington Winter Farmers' Market 1st Congregational Church 131 N. Webster St. Hours: 9:00am-1:00pm Nov. 3, 10 and 17, 2012 Dec. 1, 8, 15 and 29, 2012 Jan. 26, Feb. 23, Mar. 30, Apr. 27 and May 25, 2013. We have a full range of products from produce to eggs, meats, baked goods, maple syrup, honey, jams and other items. The Farmers’ Market is an amazing place to reconnect with our community. So come out and support local food, meet your neighbors, learn something new and have a great time! Free. First Congregational Church, 131 N. Webster St, Port Washington, Ozaukee County. Subjects: Community, FarmMarkets [E-90902]

 Re-Opening of Appa-Lolly Ranch - Trail Rides

Friday, May 25, 2012 through Saturday, May 25, 2013. 9:00 am Call for Reservations. Under New Ownership, Appa-Lolly Ranch with Manager Gina Benson, previous owner of Appa-Lolly Ranch & Riding Stables NOW in Milltown, WI. Opens Memorial Weekend! Same Great Service-Same Well Trained Safe Horses as in the past 20 years. Appaloosa's ready now for your riding pleasure. Also offering and continuing the ALR Membership, a favorite for 20 years. Horse Education & Riding Lessons available, with our motto: "What it takes to own your own horse" Petting Zoo, Free Tours available plus more! Located between Luck and Balsam Lake, 14 Miles from St. Croix Falls, Call for easy directions, 2055 State Rd. N. 46th, Milltown, Polk County. Call 715 825-5059. Subjects: Horses, Travel, Education [E-87738]

 Skywaukee

Saturday, November 10, 2012 through Saturday, May 25, 2013. 1 pm. Skywaukee is Historic Milwaukee, Inc.'s winter walking tour. Explore the history of the streets of Milwaukee while remaining mostly indoors! A certified HMI tour guide will lead you through Milwaukee's skywalk system while giving you the architectural and cultural history of many significant Milwaukee landmarks. Skywaukee is scheduled for every Saturday at 1pm November 11th - December 15th 2012 & January 5th - May 25th 2013 (No Tour given during the St. Patrick's Day Parade) $10 for Non-Members FREE for HMI Members $2 for Children 17-6 years old FREE for Children 6 years an. Plankinton Building, 161 W. Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-277-7795. Subjects: Historic, Community, Art [E-91134]

 Real Pirates Invade Milwaukee

Wednesday, December 19, 2012 through Monday, May 27, 2013. Avast ye, pirates have landed in Milwaukee! From now through May 27, 2013, the "Real Pirates" exhibit explores pirate life in the 18th century, from joining the crew to plundering the Caribbean. More than 200 artifacts will be displayed, which were found on the "Whydah," a sunken pirate ship captained by "Black Sam" Bellamy, one of the most famous pirates of his day! While you're walking the deck of a re-created ship, check out the re-surfaced muskets, cannons, and actual pirate treasure! Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells Street, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-278-2702. Subjects: Historic, Museums [E-91501]

 Boulder Junction Library Children's Reading Program

Saturday, September 1, 2012 through Friday, May 31, 2013. Weekly at the Boulder Junction Public Library. Call the Library at 715-385-2050 for the dates and times. Boulder Junction Public Library, Boulder Junction, Vilas County. Call 715-385-2050. Subjects: Books [E-85480]

 Call for Artists! Sand County Arts Festival!

Wednesday, December 19, 2012 through Friday, May 31, 2013. Wed-Fri 1-6, Sat 10-3. This years Sand County Arts Festival will be 07/20/13. This juried outdoor exhibition is open to all artists that produce their own original artwork, both amateur and professional. All mediums, styles, experimental, mixed techniques and creative schools of thought are welcome. All work displayed should be for sale. Apply now-Space is limited/competitive. For info or application, call 608-617-3792. Portage Center for the Arts, 301 East Cook Street, Portage. 608-742-5655 Open Wed-Fri 1-6, Sat 10-3 $50. Portage Center for the Arts, 301 E Cook St, Portage, Columbia County. Call 608-742-5655. Subjects: Art, Festivals [E-91484]

 Poetry and Photos in the Foyer

Wednesday, August 1, 2012 through Friday, May 31, 2013. Wed-Fri 1-6, Sat 10-3. Portage Center for the Arts is pleased to expand its' popular monthly exhibit of local talent by adding poetry to our themed contest. Entries are due on the 1st of each month. Voting is still $1.00 per vote; with voting for photos and poetry separately; a winner in each category, each month. For more information and monthly themes, contact Portage Center for the Arts, 301 E. Cook Street, Portage, WI 53901 608-742-5655 Open Wed-Fri 1-6, Sat 10-3 Free. Portage Center for the Arts, 301 E Cook St, Portage, Columbia County. Call 608-742-5655. Subjects: Poetry, Photography [E-89684]

 America Celebrates! Quilts of Joy and Remembrance

Tuesday, September 4, 2012 through Saturday, June 8, 2013. 10 am - 4:30 pm. This nationally touring exhibition from American fiber artists is a joyful,diverse,and sometimes touching look at how we see ourselves as a nation.Touching on holidays,cultural,and personal celebrations,the exhibition is a bright and colorful look at how we see ourselves through our traditions.The 57 artists come from every geographical region of the U.S. and represent many ethnic and cultural groups.They have created a diverse assortment commemorating occasions from personal to solemn. Regular Museum Admission: Adults $6, Seniors $5, Students $3, Children 5 and under free. Members fre. Waukesha County Museum, 101 West Main Street, Waukesha, Waukesha County. Call 262-521-2859. Subjects: Museums, Quilts, Historic [E-89801]

 Subscriber Benefits Card

Sunday, July 1, 2012 through Sunday, June 30, 2013. The WCT Subscriber Benefits Card, gives subscribers discounted offers at 14 downtown Waukesha restaurants: Bodway's Live Music Grill, Dave's Restaurant, Eric's Porter Haus, Generations 5, J. Lotti's, Key Westconsin, Magellan's, Mia's, Montecito Ristorante, People's Park, RiverMill Foods, Rochester Deli, Sprizzo Gallery Caffe, and The Steaming Cup. Discounts range from 10 to 15 percent off of the total bill, to a free glass of wine or appetizer. Margaret Brate Bryant Civic Theatre Building, 264 W Main Street, Waukesha, Waukesha County. Call 262-547-0708. Subjects: Theater, Food [E-89213]

 Emery Blagdon: The Healing Machine

Monday, December 17, 2012 through Sunday, January 12, 2014. This exhibition features a partial re-creation of the artist's original art environment, a shed in which hundreds of paintings and mixed-media sculptures were arranged and rearranged over the course of 33 years. The creation stemmed from the artist's belief that the Earth's natural energies could be harnessed and used to relieve pain and cure illness. Exceptional works of art from other sections of the shed environment will be on view throughout the gallery. Free. John Michael Kohler Arts Center, 608 New York Ave, Sheboygan, Sheboygan County. Call 920-458-6144. Subjects: Art [E-91491]

 Creating for Causes: Middleton Hills Art Fair

Saturday, June 30, 2012 through Friday, June 30, 2023. 9 am - 3 pm. Local artists are Creating for Causes. Donating 25% to local non-profits. Come shop for a cause. Beautiful art: watercolors, photography, pottery, jewelry and fiber-arts. All locally made. (event will be held 7/1 if it rains) Free. Prairie Cafe Plaza, 6720 Frank Lloyd Wright Ave, Middleton, Dane County. Call 608.831.4073. Subjects: Art, Fairs, Community [E-88412]

 Deer Hunters' Dinner

Saturday, November 17, 2012 through Friday, November 17, 2045. 5 pm - 7:30 pm. Annual Deer Hunters' Dinner Menu-Chicken & Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Gravy, Vegetable, Cole Slaw, Rolls, and HOMEMADE PIES! All you can eat! Adult $8 6-12 $3 Saturday Mass 7 pm Holy Family-St. William Catholic Parish, 202 N. Ellms St, Wittenberg, Shawano County. Subjects: Community, Socials [E-91131]