http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/ en-us Copyright 2004-2009 Refresh Web Development LLC http://www.HeliosCalendar.com http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=rss Upcoming Event Information From The Journal Times http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=5081 Voted Chicagoland's most—tapeable radio show, here's a real radio program, with linear thought, real moods, serendipitous discovery andi Illuminating collaborations of hand—selected playlists from the great universe of recorded sound, often reaching deep into forgotten corners of our collective reality, each moment resonating with the others. Step into the infinite world of the Music of the Stars with Lou Rugani each Sunday from 7 to 11 am and from Noon to 4 pm over WLIP AM 1050. http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=5081 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11673 RACINE — Holidays in the Mansion, a celebration of the Christmas season, will be held Nov. 21—28 at the Racine Masonic Center, 1012 Main St. The elegant Henry Durand Mansion will be decorated for the season with each room featuring a different Christmas theme. The event will feature silent auctions and stocking raffles benefiting the Chicago Shriners Hospital for Children. A black tie dinner will kick off the festivities at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, featuring special preview tours of the decorations, music and exclusive silent auction. Tickets cost $$100 or two for $$150. For tickets or more information, call (262) 308—6840. John McGivern will be the featured performance at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21. This comedy show is based on McGivern’s real life experiences as a Catholic boy growing up in an Irish—Catholic family. His stories about family and friends are told with sincerity, compassion and humor. Born in Milwaukee, one of six children in a working—class family, his topics include parents, nuns, school, and being the one who could never throw a ball. Tickets cost $$25. For tickets or more information, call (262) 308—6840. Breakfast with Santa will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 22 and Saturday, Nov. 28. There will be crafts and a life—sized game of Santaland for children. Food, treats, and refreshments will be available at the Candy Cane Café and various vendors will sell gift items. Hours for Holidays in the Mansion are: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 21, 8 a.m.—5 p.m. Nov. 22, 10 a.m.—7 p.m. Nov. 23—25 and 27, and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 28. The mansion will not be open on Thanksgiving. Tickets cost $$7, $$6 for seniors and $$3 for children ages 3—12. Each paid admission will receive one stocking raffle ticket. Additional raffle tickets will be available for $$1 each, six for $$5, and 20 for $$15. Bids on silent auction items will be accepted throughout the eight—day run. Shriners Hospitals for Children is a one—of—a—kind international health care system dedicated to improving the lives of children by providing specialty pediatric care, innovative research and outstanding teaching programs. Children up to the age of 18 with orthopedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries and cleft lip and palate are eligible for admission and receive all care in a family—centered environment at no financial obligation to patients or families. To refer a child to Shriners Hospital, call the toll—free patient referral line at (800) 237—5055. The Masonic Temple Association of Racine needs donations of items for the silent auctions and to fill raffle stockings and will be accepting monetary donations on behalf of the Chicago Shriners Hospital for Children as part of this event. For more information, call (262) 308—6840 or visit the Web, http://racinemasoniccenter.org http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11673 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11536 The 66th annual Holiday Folk Fair International, America’s premiere multi—cultural festival, will be held Fri., Nov. 20 – Sun., Nov. 22, 2009, at the Wisconsin Exposition Center at State Fair Park in West Allis, Wis. Produced by the International Institute of Wisconsin, the event will provide attendees with an opportunity to “Celebrate the Weavings of Culture,” this year’s show theme. In addition, the event will recognize the International Year of Astronomy and the International Year of Natural Fibers. The three—day event features an assortment of ethnic foods, music and dance performances, ethnic cultural displays, arts and crafts displays, and educational exhibits and demonstrations. Holiday Folk Fair International will host a United States Citizenship Naturalization Ceremony Sat., Nov. 21, at 10:30 a.m. and the eighth annual Around The World 5K Run/Walk Sun., Nov. 22, at 9 a.m. New in 2009 will be a photo portrait display of the sky titled “The World at Night” a photo display recognizing the 35th Anniversary of the Resettlement of Refugees in Wisconsin, and a Peace Corps exhibit chronicling the 33—month stay of a Peace Corps volunteer through letters and photos. The three—day event also features the All Nations Theater, with traditional music and dance by a variety of ethnic groups, with a Mexican dance group from Chicago serving as the stage’s featured attraction. The World Cafe will have traditional food dishes, the International Stage will have ethnic dances performed by young people, and the Music Pavilion offers a variety of music styles, including Darren Thompson, a Native American flutist. Heritage Lane will offer unique traditions and customs through interactive exhibits, and the International Bazaar has cultural artifacts that create a unique shopping experience. Hours on Fri., Nov. 20, are 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.; Sat., Nov. 21, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.; and Sun., Nov. 22, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Admission is $$8 in advance, and $$10 at the door. Military personnel (with military ID) and children 5 and younger are admitted at no charge, with tickets for children ages 6—12 and seniors 62 and older $$8 at the gate. A “Family Fun 4—Pack” of tickets for $$28 is available at the International Institute of Wisconsin office and online at www.folkfair.org. Advance tickets for $$8 are available through more than 50 Pick ‘n Save stores in southeastern Wisconsin and other select retail outlets. The complete list of advance ticket locations is available at www.folkfair.org. For more information on the 2008 Holiday Folk Fair International, call the International Institute of Wisconsin at 414—225—6225 or visit www.folkfair.org. http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11536 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11918 GET YOUR FRESH TEXAS CITRUS, ORANGES AND GRAPEFRUITS, IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS!! The Prime—Timers & Bridgegappers, a senior citizens group. is selling fruit for their annual fundraising event this year. Please call Jean at 262—632—5659 0r 262—497—4904 for details. Fruit will be delivered approximately December 21, 2009. http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11918 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11602 St. John Nepomuk is currently conducting their annual Calendar Raffle Sale. Prizes are awarded on a daily basis and total prizes are in excess of $$11,000 annually. Monday thru Saturday: $$25, Sundays: $$50, New Year’s Day, 4th of July and Thanksgiving: $$100 and Christmas Day: $$500. In addition to the chance of having your name drawn, you have a 2010 pocket calendar to record your scheduled events. These calendars make great Christmas gifts, especially, for those who are difficult to shop for. The price of each calendar is $$25 and may be purchased from by calling the Parish Office at 634—5647 or the JPIIA School Office at 637—2012. http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11602 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=10785 Family Service of Racine and Spectrum Art Gallery present An Exhibit from the One Thousand Words Veterans Art Therapy Program Family Service of Racine and Spectrum Art Gallery present One Thousand Words, a powerful exhibit featuring works from Family Service of Racine’s veterans art therapy program. The art exhibit will be at Spectrum Art Gallery, 600 21st in the DeKoven Center and will run from November 7, 2009 through November 22, 2009. The opening day reception is scheduled for November 7th from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Reception day admission will be any monetary donations which will go directly back into the program. Art therapy is a non—threatening way to help people with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), experience their feelings. PTSD is extremely common among war veterans, especially those who have experienced combat. Symptoms can include psychological distress, depression, substance abuse, hyper—vigilance and diminished interest from previous hobbies and passions. Family Service of Racine’s One Thousand Words Veterans Art Therapy program is based on art being both healing and life—enhancing. Our counselors use the creative process to help veterans work through traumatic experiences, cope better with stress, build better relationships and increase cognitive abilities. Thought provoking art work created by veterans from Southeast Wisconsin will be on display in various mediums from drawing and painting to photography. To learn more about the One Thousand Words Veterans Art Therapy program, contact Family Service of Racine at 262—634—2391 or visit our website at www.fsracine.org. Veterans interested in displaying their art work at this exhibit should contact Denise Zingg at 262—634—4345, limited spaces available. The mission of Family Service of Racine, in connection with a community rich in resources and diversity, is to strengthen individuals and families, regardless of their financial status, through counseling, education, advocacy and outreach. http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=10785 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11404 Presents 'Robin Hood the Musical' The fair citizens of Nottingham are being over—taxed by the evil Sheriff and Prince John. Their true king, King Richard, was taken as a prisoner while on crusades. How will Nottingham survive this injustice? The CATHE Youth Theater Company is presenting the timeless classic “Robin Hood” This musical adaptation will delight all ages as you travel back in time to Merry Olde England to the time of chivalry. Come see Robin and his Merry Men fight injustice and bring hope to all. The performances will be held at CATHE on Nov. 13, 14, 20, and 21 at 7:00 PM and Nov. 15 and 22 at 2:00 PM. The price of tickets are only $$5/person and are available at the Daily Brew, Webley Chiropractic, and online at www.catheonline.org. As Robin Hood helped those in need, the theater company is also asking the community to help those less fortunate. Please bring a new toy to one of our performances that will be donated to the Toys for Tots campaign. All who donate will receive 1 free concession item during the performance. http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11404 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11427 RACINE, WISCONSIN, OCTOBER 14, 2009: In November, Over Our Head Players present Leaving Iowa, a nostalgic family vacation comedy by Tim Clue and Spike Manton. All shows will be at Festival Hall, 5 Fifth Street, Racine. Performances run three weekends, November 6 — 22. Performances are Fridays at 8:00, Saturdays at 5:00 and 8:00, and Sunday matinees at 2:30. Reservations are available through the box office, (262)632—6802. Tickets are $$15 on Friday and Saturday, $$12 on Sunday. An optional dinner package is available by reservation for $$20; dinner seating is one hour before performance time. Driving across Iowa, Don relives boyhood trips trapped in the family station wagon. Shifting smoothly from the present to his youth, it mines the Family Vacation for laughs. http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11427 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=8937 KENOSHA — Pianist Eun—Joo Kwak will perform at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, at First United Methodist Church, 919 60th St. The concert is the third in the Fine Arts at First Concert Series. Mark and Karin Edwards were the scheduled performers but had to cancel due to illness. Kwak is associate professor of piano at Cardinal Stritch University, where she teaches applied piano, accompanying, chamber music, piano pedagogy and piano literature. Kwak is an internationally admired concert artist, whose performances have led her to Russia, Asia and throughout the United States. A highly acclaimed concerto soloist, she has performed with numerous orchestras and is the winner of numerous competitions, both in the U.S. and abroad. Kwak’s program will include two main works: “32 Variations in C minor” by Beethoven and “Preludes Book II” by Debussy. The concert is open to the public with a “meet the composer” reception to follow. A freewill offering will be accepted. http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=8937 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11873 SOMERS — The University of Wisconsin—Parkside Opera Workshop presents “Opera through the Ages” for three performances Friday through Sunday, Nov. 20—22, in the Communication Arts Theatre, 900 Wood Road. “Throughout history there have been so many wonderful operas, so we decided that this year we would showcase the best of the best,” said UW—Parkside student Tina Skinner. “The cast will be performing scenes from four different operas, each representing a different musical era.” Skinner said opera’s Baroque era is epitomized by Henry Purcell’s “Dido and Aeneas” while the Classical period is exemplified by Mozart’s “Le Nozze Di Figaro.” From the Romantic era, audiences will enjoy Gaetano Donizetti’s “L’elisir d’amore” (Elixir of Love) and the evening closes with the 20th century opera “The Medium” by Gian Carlo Menotti. Skinner said the scenes being prepared for presentation are from some of opera’s most popular works and will be exceptionally well voiced. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 3:30 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $$10 for adults and $$7 for students and seniors. http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11873 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11390 RACINE — A fundraiser banquet for the Love and Charity Mission will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday at Infusino’s Banquet Hall, 3201 Rapids Drive. A buffet dinner will be served and the evening features testimonials by Louise Hunter—Milligen, director of the Love and Charity mission; youth performances; music by Cheryl McCrary & Heir—born Praise Band and the Faith Ministry International Choir; guest speaker the Rev. Erick Maiden; and dignitaries. Tickets for adults cost $$35 in advance and $$40 at the door, $$15 for children ages 12 and under. Reservations are requested by Saturday by calling (262) 634—7059. Non—perishable food item donations will be accepted for the Love and Charity Mission. http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11390 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=10183 Come join some of Racine's brightest Trivia players every Wednesday and Sunday night. Prizes for the top three teams. Our Trivia is HAPPENING!! http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=10183 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=8198 no cover Karaoke @ Evelyns Club Main 331 mian st. Racine wi Every Sunday night starts at 9pm must be 21 with ID http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=8198 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11348 Nov. 22 is the registration deadline for JANUARY'S TUESDAY NIGHT CATHOLIC BIBLE STUDY......The course will cover the BOOK OF AMOS. The Prophet Amos would have probably referred to himself as a 'nobody'. He was a fruit picker and shepherd who lacked any formal or religious education, yet he was called by God for an important mission. Just when Israel thought they were doing great and living the 'good life', God had Amos deliver a message of impending doom and gloom. Find out how very relevant that same message is to us today and what changes we might need to make in our own lives. This is a great course on social justice!! Six classes plus intro night. Starts January 5th and is held every Tuesday evening thereafter at 6:30 pm for the duration of the course. $$25 for textbook. (students will also need bible and catechism) call Taynia Rasberry at 262—989—3996 for more info on location, the course or to sign up... http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11348 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11674 RACINE — Holidays in the Mansion, a celebration of the Christmas season, will be held Nov. 21—28 at the Racine Masonic Center, 1012 Main St. The elegant Henry Durand Mansion will be decorated for the season with each room featuring a different Christmas theme. The event will feature silent auctions and stocking raffles benefiting the Chicago Shriners Hospital for Children. A black tie dinner will kick off the festivities at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, featuring special preview tours of the decorations, music and exclusive silent auction. Tickets cost $$100 or two for $$150. For tickets or more information, call (262) 308—6840. John McGivern will be the featured performance at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21. This comedy show is based on McGivern’s real life experiences as a Catholic boy growing up in an Irish—Catholic family. His stories about family and friends are told with sincerity, compassion and humor. Born in Milwaukee, one of six children in a working—class family, his topics include parents, nuns, school, and being the one who could never throw a ball. Tickets cost $$25. For tickets or more information, call (262) 308—6840. Breakfast with Santa will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 22 and Saturday, Nov. 28. There will be crafts and a life—sized game of Santaland for children. Food, treats, and refreshments will be available at the Candy Cane Café and various vendors will sell gift items. Hours for Holidays in the Mansion are: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 21, 8 a.m.—5 p.m. Nov. 22, 10 a.m.—7 p.m. Nov. 23—25 and 27, and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 28. The mansion will not be open on Thanksgiving. Tickets cost $$7, $$6 for seniors and $$3 for children ages 3—12. Each paid admission will receive one stocking raffle ticket. Additional raffle tickets will be available for $$1 each, six for $$5, and 20 for $$15. Bids on silent auction items will be accepted throughout the eight—day run. Shriners Hospitals for Children is a one—of—a—kind international health care system dedicated to improving the lives of children by providing specialty pediatric care, innovative research and outstanding teaching programs. Children up to the age of 18 with orthopedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries and cleft lip and palate are eligible for admission and receive all care in a family—centered environment at no financial obligation to patients or families. To refer a child to Shriners Hospital, call the toll—free patient referral line at (800) 237—5055. The Masonic Temple Association of Racine needs donations of items for the silent auctions and to fill raffle stockings and will be accepting monetary donations on behalf of the Chicago Shriners Hospital for Children as part of this event. For more information, call (262) 308—6840 or visit the Web, http://racinemasoniccenter.org http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11674 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11919 GET YOUR FRESH TEXAS CITRUS, ORANGES AND GRAPEFRUITS, IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS!! The Prime—Timers & Bridgegappers, a senior citizens group. is selling fruit for their annual fundraising event this year. Please call Jean at 262—632—5659 0r 262—497—4904 for details. Fruit will be delivered approximately December 21, 2009. http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11919 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11603 St. John Nepomuk is currently conducting their annual Calendar Raffle Sale. Prizes are awarded on a daily basis and total prizes are in excess of $$11,000 annually. Monday thru Saturday: $$25, Sundays: $$50, New Year’s Day, 4th of July and Thanksgiving: $$100 and Christmas Day: $$500. In addition to the chance of having your name drawn, you have a 2010 pocket calendar to record your scheduled events. These calendars make great Christmas gifts, especially, for those who are difficult to shop for. The price of each calendar is $$25 and may be purchased from by calling the Parish Office at 634—5647 or the JPIIA School Office at 637—2012. http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11603 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=6100 Free to play, Teams of any size Prizes: 1st/$$40 Gift Certificate 2nd/$$20 Gift Certificate 3rd/$$10 Gift Certificate http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=6100 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11973 Racine Theatre Guild Announces Auditions For “Murder at the Howard Johnson’s” RACINE, WI—November 19, 2009—Auditions for the Racine Theatre Guild’s production of “Murder at the Howard Johnson’s,” an outrageous suspense—comedy about a love triangle, are being held at 7 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday, November 23 and 24. Performances are scheduled on three weekends, January 22—February 7. At the start of “Murder at the Howard Johnson’s,” Arlene and her lover Mitchell are plotting to murder her husband Paul. Months later, after learning that her lover has been unfaithful, Arlene convinces Paul to help her do away with Mitchell. Finally, feeling foolish and betrayed, the two men join forces against Arlene. Though the conspiracies falter, the humor is dead on. There are roles for two men and one woman, ages 35 to 60. All roles are open. Auditions consist of cold readings from the script. Scripts are available in advance to peruse in the lobby or to check out of the building with payment of a refundable deposit. Those interested in auditioning or volunteering for crew positions should report at 7 p.m. on either Monday, November 23 or Tuesday, November 24. The Racine Theatre Guild is a nonprofit community (amateur) theatre located at 2519 Northwestern Avenue (Highway 38) in Racine. The front doors will be open: no appointment necessary. For further information, call the box office at 262—633—4218, visit RTG on the Web at www.racinetheatre.org, or stop by any weekday between noon and 6 p.m. —END— http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11973 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11876 SOMERS — The University of Wisconsin—Parkside Arts Alive! series brings America’s favorite house of comedy, The Second City, to campus Monday, Nov. 23. Celebrating a half century of uproarious laughter, this 50th anniversary show begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Communication Arts Theatre, 900 Wood Road. Started as a small cabaret theater on Chicago’s north side in 1959, Second City has grown to become a comedy empire. Its theaters in Chicago and Toronto are legendary for hilarious cutting—edge improvisation—based comedy and for launching the careers of dozens of stars. “Beginning this fall, we will honor The Second City — both those who make it a legend as well as those who will keep us legendary,” said Andrew Alexander, Second City proprietor and executive producer. “At 50, we’re toasting our success of staying original and gleefully defying convention all these years.” Tickets cost $$20 and can be purchased online at http://www.uwp.edu keyword tickets or by calling (262) 595—2307. http://www.journaltimes.com/app/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=11876 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600