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Through June 25 o "Murder ala Carte" dinner show.

Apple Holler Restaurant & Showplace, 5006 S. Sylvania Ave., Yorkville. 7:30 p.m. Saturdays. $39.95. Call (800) 238-3629. Web site, http://www.appleholler.com

Through July 16 "On Golden Pond"

Apple Holler Restaurant & Showplace, 5006 S. Sylvania Ave., Yorkville. Luncheon and dinner shows available. Tickets $39.95, $19.97 children 10 and under; dessert and coffee shows, $26.95. Call (800) 238-3629. Web site, http://www.appleholler.com

"Downtown Summer Spash!" Public Art Exhibit: Through Sept. 30 o Downtown Racine. Featuring approximately 100 statues of fish and otters decorated by artists and placed along Main and Sixth streets. Call (262) 634-6002.

Racine Theatre Guild: May 22 o "The Music Man." 1:30 & 7 p.m. $15. Racine Theatre Guild, 2519 Northwestern Ave. Call (262) 633-4218. Web site, http://www.racinetheatre.org

Racine Theatre Guild: May 27-29 o "The Music Man." 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. $17 Fri.-Sat., $15 Sun. Racine Theatre Guild, 2519 Northwestern Ave. Call (262) 633-4218. Web site, http://www.racinetheatre.org

ChocolateFest: May 27-30 o Chocolate Festival Grounds, Highway 36, Burlington. 4 p.m.-midnight Fri., 10 a.m.-midnight Sat.-Sun., Noon-8 p.m. Mon. Events include Bloomsness carnival, live entertainment, Racine Zoo exhibit, demos in Chocolate Expo Tent, Nick's Kids Musical Show, contests, petting zoo, chainsaw artist, Great American Duck Race, antique tractor display, exhibits, KG & The Ranger, Old West Gunspinning Show, Survivor, chocolate tasting and chocolate for sale. Antique Car Show May 29, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Adults, $6; children 5-12, $3; children 4 and under, free. ChocolateFest carnival open 5-10 p.m. May 25-26, no gate admission. Web site, www.chocolatefest.com

Racine Theatre Guild: June 3-5 o "The Music Man." 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. $17 Fri.-Sat., $15 Sun. Racine Theatre Guild, 2519 Northwestern Ave. Call (262) 633-4218. Web site, http://www.racinetheatre.org

Music at the Monument: June 3 o Monument Square in Downtown Racine on Sam Johnson Parkway. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Performer to be determined. Free.

Riversplash!: June 3-6 o Milwaukee Downtown Riverwalk. Outdoor music festival along 10 blocks of the Milwaukee River also featuring food, fun and fireworks. 11:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. Free admission. Call (414) 297-9855. Web site, http://www.riversplash.com

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-ski Show: June 4 o Fischer Park, Highway 11, Burlington. Junior show at 4:30 p.m. and start performing in late june. All shows begin at 6 p.m. Free. Beautiful costumes, music to a theme and entertaining skits. Web site, http://www.aquaducks.org

Lakeview Multi-Agency Family Fun Day: June 4 o Lakeview Rehabilitation Center, 1701 Sharp Road (at Highway 20), Dover. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. This event includes midway games, activities, an arts and crafts fair, a petting zoo, entertainment, including a free lunch.

Spring Flea Market: June 4 o School Days Mall, 9500 Durand Ave., Sturtevant. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. School flea market, antiques, rummage, collectibles, crafts.

Family Fun Day & Craft Show: June 4 o Lakeview Rehabilitation Center, 1701 Sharp Road, Waterford. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Craft vendors, community participants (fire department/police department), free food and carnival games, petting zoo, animal shows, classic car display and more.

Fishing Clinic: June 5 o Bong State Recreation Area-Shelter No. 2, 26313 Burlington Road (Highway 142), Brighton. 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Drop in on Walleyes Unlimited to fish. Bring your own gear or use our poles and bait. No license needed.

Family Nature Faire: June 5 o Bong State Recreation Area Shelter No. 3, 26313 Burlington Road, Kansasville. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free admission to park. Family fun including raffles, games, live animals, T-shirt painting, art, nature booths and food. A fund-raiser for the Bong Naturalist Association.

Union Grove Lions Club Chicken Barbecue & Classic Car, Motorcycle and Van Show: June 5 o Racine County Fairgrounds, 19805 Durand Ave., Union Grove. This 25th annual community event featuring barbecued chicken by Union Grove Lions Club, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; a rain or shine classic and antique car, van and motorcycle show, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. (show registration begins at 8 a.m.); bake sale and quilt raffle by Union Grove Lioness Club; Cow Pie Bingo by Union Grove Kiwanis at noon; COPS fingerprinting and photo identification; ice cream; Time-Warner mascot; free hayrides and popcorn. Entertainment by Dale Erdmann's Spinnin' Gold D.J. Service. Meal consists of barbecue chicken, roll, chips, coleslaw, chocolate chip cookie, coffee, juice drink. Indoor seating or carryouts. Advance barbecue tickets cost $7 for adults and $4.50 for children 12 and under. Tickets are 50 cents more at the gate. Advance tickets from Lions Club members and in Union Grove at Grove Insurance, Hauper Pharmacy, Al's Piggly Wiggly and Union Grove Lumber. Spectator admission is free for the car, motorcycle and van show. Used hearing aids and eyeglasses will be collected. For information about the show, call William Heinz, (262) 878-1451.

Racine Geological Society Annual Swap: June 4-5 o Bartlett Youth Foundation, 1120 N. Stuart Road, Racine. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. Free admission. Rocks, minerals, gems and jewelry for sale or for trading. Hourly silent auction and lunch wagon on site.

Music at the Monument: June 10 o Monument Square in Downtown Racine on Sam Johnson Parkway. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Performer to be determined. Free.

Racine Theatre Guild: June 10-12 o "The Music Man." 8 p.m. Fri., 4 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 p.m. Sun. $17 Fri.-Sat., $15 Sun. Racine Theatre Guild, 2519 Northwestern Ave. Call (262) 633-4218. Web site, http://www.racinetheatre.org

Monument Square Art Fair on the Lake: June 11-12 o Racine on the Lake Festival Park, 5 Fifth St., Racine. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Featuring 125 artists from around the country. Presentations include works in enamel, fiber, jewelry, glass, paper, sculpture, paintings, photography, metals, baskets and more. Food available.

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-ski Show: June 11 o Fischer Park, Highway 11, Burlington. Junior show at 4:30 p.m. and start performing in late june. All shows begin at 6 p.m. Free. Beautiful costumes, music to a theme and entertaining skits. Web site, http://www.aquaducks.org

Pridefest: June 11-12 o Henry W. Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee. Wisconsin's largest lesbian/gay event. People from all walks of life can celebrate the culture, accomplishments, contributions and history of the lesbian/gay community. Entertainment, food, dancing, parade and marketplace. 11 a.m.-midnight Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. $10, $5 seniors and students ages 7-12, free children ages 6 and under, discounted two-day tickets. Call (414) 272-3378. Web site, http://www.pridefest.com

Day in the Park & Car & Motorcycle Show: June 12 o Pritchard Memorial Park, Durand Avenue and Ohio Street, Racine (rain or shine). Car and motorcycle show, children's activities, music, food, beer and raffle. Car entry fee is $8 by June 1, $10 day of show. Registration is from 8-11 a.m. Dash plaques to the first 100 cars. Open to all makes and models. Trophies by participant judging. Trophy presentation, 3 p.m. Raffle items and 50/50 raffle. Sponsored by Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 767. Vendors are welcome for a trophy sponsor or raffle donation. For show information, call Tim Moore, (262) 619-9589.

Camp-a-palooza!: June 13 through summer o Summer adventure series for children ages 4 through entering sixth grade. Programs are held at River Bend Nature Center, Racine Zoo and the YWCA. Call River Bend Nature Center at (262) 639-0930 for information and a camp brochure.

Harbor Fest: June 16-19 o Racine on the Lake Festival Park, 5 Fifth St., Racine. 4:30-10 p.m. Thurs. (free admission); 4:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Fri., 9 a.m.-1 a.m. Sat., noon-7 p.m. Sun. Featuring more than 50 performers, food, beverages and family entertainment. Tickets $6 in advance after June 1, $9 at the gate. Advance tickets available at Piggly Wiggly stores in Racine, Kenosha, Union Grove, Burlington and Oak Creek. Web site, www.harborfest.org

Music and More Concert Series: June 16 o First Presbyterian Church, 716 College Ave. (air-conditioned facility), Racine. Noon-1 p.m. Featuring musicians, singers and ensembles from the Racine area. Freewill offering received to support downtown Racine social ministries. Final benefit concert Aug. 25, 7 p.m. Call (262) 632-1686 for more information.

Music at the Monument: June 17 o Monument Square in Downtown Racine on Sam Johnson Parkway. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Music by Sweet Jelly. Free.

Zoovies: June 17 o Racine Zoo Kiwanis Amphitheater, 2131 N. Main St., Racine. Family movie in an outdoor setting. Pre-show entertainment. Bring chairs or blanket for seating. Gates open at 7 p.m. $3, $1 Educators Credit Union members; free for Racine Zoo members. Movie begins at dusk. Web site, http://www.racinezoo.org

Strawberry Festival: June 17-19 o Apple Holler Restaurant, 5006 S. Sylvania Ave., Yorkville. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. Strawberry Festival features fresh-picked strawberries and strawberry desserts, malts and shakes. All- you-can-eat strawberry pancakes, 8 a.m.-noon. Picnic buffet, noon-4 p.m. Hay and pony rides, pedal cart rides, train rides, teddy bear moonwalk, kids korral play area, petting zoo, cow maze. Food and activity tickets $1 each or 12 for $10.

Asian Moon Festival: June 17-19 o Henry W. Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee. Come experience the nation's largest multi-Asian cultural festival. Featuring traditional dance, music, drumming, exotic foods and spices, martial arts, shopping and cultural demonstrations. 5-11 p.m. Fri., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sat., noon-6 p.m. Sun. Admission $8 adults, $17 three-days, children 12 and under free with an adult. Call (414) 483-8530. Web site, http://www.asianmoon.org

Lakefront Festival of Arts: June 17-19 o Milwaukee Art Museum grounds, 700 N. Art Museum Drive, in front of the Santiago Calatrava expansion. Artists come from across the country to show their paintings, ceramics, photography, prints and jewelry. Also children's art activities, entertainment for all ages, artist demonstrations and food vendors. Noon-8 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. Admission $8 adults on Fri.; $10 adults Sat.-Sun.; $7 in advance and Milwaukee Art Museum members; children ages 16 and under free with an adult. Call (414) 224-3854. Web site, http://www.mam.org/lfoa

Juneteenth Day Celebration: June 18 o Dr. John Bryant Community Center, 601 21st St., Racine. Free. Noon-9 p.m. Celebration of the Signing of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862 to free the slaves. Food, clothing and art vendors, various styles of music, children's activities and gospel explosion featuring various choirs and gospel artists.

Lighthouse Run: June 18 o YMCA, 725 Lake Ave., and Racine on the Lake Festival Park, 5 Fifth St., Racine. 7:45 a.m. Registration, 6:30-7:30 a.m. Advance registration until June 17 is $18 for the 4- or 10-mile competitive race or $16 for the 2- or 4-mile Modine fun run/walk. Day of race registration (6:30-7:30 a.m.) is $25. Post-race festivities include awards, door prizes, free fruit and beverage to participants. All participants receive a Lighthouse Run T-shirt. Registration is available at the Racine Family YMCA or online at http://www.lighthouserun.com

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-ski Show: June 18 o Fischer Park, Highway 11, Burlington. Junior show at 4:30 p.m. and start performing in late june. All shows begin at 6 p.m. Free. Beautiful costumes, music to a theme and entertaining skits. Web site, http://www.aquaducks.org

All American Soap Box Derby Sanctioned Race: June 18 o Hoffert Drive, Racine. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

Juneteenth Day Celebration: June 19 o Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive between West Center Street and West Burleigh St., Milwaukee. Commemorates the end of slavery. Festivities begin with a parade at 9 a.m., that starts from North 19th and West Atkinson and ends at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. There is also a street festival featuring entertainment and food and a special ceremony at noon. The celebration ends at 6 p.m.

Music and More Concert Series: June 23 o First Presbyterian Church, 716 College Ave. (air-conditioned facility), Racine. Noon-1 p.m. See June 16 entry for details.

Music at the Monument: June 24 o Monument Square in Downtown Racine on Sam Johnson Parkway. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Performer to be determined. Free.

Greek Festival: June 24-26 o Greek Orthodox Church, 1335 S. Green Bay Road, Racine. 5-10 p.m. Fri., noon-10 p.m. Sat., noon-8 p.m. Sun. Free. Carnival rides, raffle, Greek food and pastries, live entertainment, cooking demonstrations and church tours.

Burlington Kiwanis Civic Band: June 24 o Echo Park, Highway 36, Burlington. 7 p.m. Free.

Polish Fest: June 24-26 o Treat your family to three days of Polish food, music, dance and culture. 3 p.m.-midnight Fri., noon-midnight Sat., noon-10 p.m. Sun. (Mass at 10:15 a.m. Sun.) Admission $9 ($8 advance); $7 seniors 55 and older; children 15 and under free with adult. Web site, http://www.polishfest.org

UW-Parkside Summer Arts & Crafts Festival: June 25 o University of Wisconsin-Parkside, 900 Wood Road, Somers. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. Held rain or shine on the east side of UW-Parkside's main building complex. Proceeds benefit university's music scholarship fund.

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-ski Show: June 25 o Fischer Park, Highway 11, Burlington. Junior show at 4:30 p.m. and start performing in late june. All shows begin at 6 p.m. Free. Beautiful costumes, music to a theme and entertaining skits. Web site, http://www.aquaducks.org

Armenian Picnic: June 26 o Johnson Park, 6200 Northwestern Ave. (Highway 38), Caledonia. Noon-7 p.m. Free. Authentic ethnic Armenian foods, delicacies, traditional Armenian music and children's activities.

Animal Crackers Jazz Series: June 29 o Terance Blanchard. This jazz series provides great entertainment along with various food vendors and a yard party atmosphere at the Racine Zoo, 2131 N. Main St. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., concert at 7 p.m. Tickets, $25 in advance, $30 at the gate. Season tickets: full season of five concerts, $90; mini-season of three concerts, $60. Advance tickets at the Racine Zoo office, all Johnson Bank locations in Racine and Kenosha and The Journal Times. For mini-season ticket packages, call Jody Bender at (262) 619-2688.Web site, www.animalcrackersjazz.com

Music and More Concert Series: June 30 o First Presbyterian Church, 716 College Ave. (air-conditioned facility), Racine. Noon-1 p.m. See June 16 entry for details.

Summerfest: June 30-July 10 o Henry W. Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee. This 11-day event offers a wide array of big-name musical entertainment, mouth-watering fare, comedians and amusement park rides. Noon-midnight daily. Tickets at the gate cost $12, $3 senior citizens 60 and over, $3 children ages 10 and under, free children ages 2 and under when accompanied by an adult. Discounted advance tickets are available before June 29. Web site, http://www.summerfest.com

Summerfest Marcus Amphitheater Entertainment: June 30 o John Mellencamp and John Fogerty, 7 p.m. July 1 o Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers. July 2 o Kenny Chesney and Gretchen Wilson. July 3 o Santana and Los Lonely Boys, 7 p.m. July 5 o The Allman Brothers Band, 3 p.m. July 8 o BoDeans and The Wallflowers. July 9 o Tim McGraw and Keith Urban. July 10 o James Taylor, 8 p.m. All shows start at 7:30 p.m., unless otherwise listed. Ticket prices vary. Call Ticketmaster at (414) 276-4545. Gate admission is included in the price of a reserved seat ticket for performances taking place at the Marcus Amphitheater during Summerfest.

Music at the Monument: July 1 o Monument Square in Downtown Racine on Sam Johnson Parkway. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Music by Rhythm Dogs. Free.

Burlington Kiwanis Civic Band: July 1 o Echo Park, Highway 36, Burlington. 7 p.m. Free.

Racine Symphony Orchestra Lakeside Pops: July 1 o Racine on the Lake Festival Hall, 5 Fifth St., Racine. Festival Park gates open at 5:30 p.m. Concert indoors at 7 p.m. Reserved Table Packages range from $330-$825; single tickets $20 in advance, $22 at door. Student tickets, $5 (with ID), children 12 and under pay $1 with an accompanying adult. Food and beverages available. Call (262) 636-9285. Web site, http://www.racinesymphony.org

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-ski Show: July 2 o Fischer Park, Highway 11, Burlington. Junior show at 4:30 p.m. and start performing in late june. All shows begin at 6 p.m. Free. Beautiful costumes, music to a theme and entertaining skits. Web site, http://www.aquaducks.org

Browns Lake Venetian Night: July 2 o Browns Lake, Highway 11, Burlington. Boat Parade begins at 6 p.m. at Waterfront Restaurant on Brown's Lake and proceeds around the lake. Brown's Lake Aquaducks ski show. Lakeshore decorations and awards. Fireworks at dusk. Contributions benefit Browns Lake Venetian Night Inc., a nonprofit organization. To register a boat in the parade, call (262) 763-5253. No registration fee required.

Wind Point Lighthouse Tour to the Top: July 3 o 4625 Lighthouse Drive, Wind Point. Friends of the Wind Point Lighthouse will hold a climb to the top of the 108-foot structure. Climbers can trek the 144 steps to the top of the lighthouse for a view of Lake Michigan. Climbers will be able to walk on the catwalk atop the lighthouse. Guides will be available to answer questions. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Advance reservations requested. $10 adults; $5 children. Contact Carolyn Harvey (262) 639-2026.

Marching Band Championships: July 3 o Hammes Field at Case High School, 7345 Washington Ave., Racine. 6 p.m. (rain or shine). Advance tickets $6 adults, $5 students and senior citizens. Free children under 5. Tickets $2 more at the gate. The theme is "Fire and Passion." Featuring the Lighthouse Brigade of Racine Senior Band in field show competition and guest bands from the Midwest and Canada. The Lighthouse Brigade of Racine Junior Band in concert and marching competition. Advance tickets available at Schmitt Music Inc., Johnson Bank and The Journal Times and by calling Mark Duhler at (262) 632-8238.

Racine Concert Band: July 3 o Free concert at the Racine Zoo Amphitheater, 2131 N. Main St., Racine. 7 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating.

Racine Concert Band: July 4 o Free concert at North Beach, Racine. 8 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating.

Kilties Klassic: July 4 o Horlick Athletic Field, 1648 N. Memorial Drive, Racine. 6 p.m. $10 general admission (rain or shine). Drum and bugle corps show featuring Midwest corps. Call (262) 632-6009.

Music and More Concert Series: July 7 o First Presbyterian Church, 716 College Ave. (air-conditioned facility), Racine. Noon-1 p.m. See June 16 entry for details.

Music at the Monument: July 8 o Monument Square in Downtown Racine on Sam Johnson Parkway. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Performer to be determined. Free.

Burlington Kiwanis Civic Band: July 8 o Echo Park, Highway 36, Burlington. 7 p.m. Free.

Great Midwest Dragon Boat Festival: July 8-9 o Samuel Meyers Park, 1 11th St., Racine. Approximately 60 teams of 20 people will paddle decorated dragon boats for prizes. Free for spectators. Enjoy food, drink and the lakefront. 5:30-10 p.m. Fri., 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. Call (262) 884-6400.

Cherry Festival: July 8-10 o Apple Holler Restaurant, 5006 S. Sylvania Ave., Yorkville. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. Featuring fresh-picked cherries, cherry desserts, build-your-own cherry sundaes. All-you-can-eat cherry pancakes, 8 a.m.-noon. Picnic buffet, noon-4 p.m. Hay and pony rides, pedal cart rides, train rides, teddy bear moonwalk, kids korral play area, petting zoo, cow maze. Food and activity tickets $1 each or 12 for $10.

Go to Web site www.appleholler.com

1776 at the DeKoven Center: July 9 o DeKoven Center quadrangle, 600 21st St., Racine. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. The Northwest Territorial Alliance will turn the DeKoven Center campus into a military camp which feature soldiers and civilians who moved and lived with the Army during the American Revolution. Featuring drills, cannon firing, Parade of Uniforms, fashion show, music, dancing, children's games and period-style food and beverages. Sponsored by St. Luke's Episcopal Church.

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-ski Show: July 9 o Fischer Park, Highway 11, Burlington. Junior show at 4:30 p.m. and start performing in late june. All shows begin at 6 p.m. Free. Beautiful costumes, music to a theme and entertaining skits. Web site, http://www.aquaducks.org

Outdoor Model Airplane Contest: July 10 o Bong State Recreational Area, 26313 Burlington Road (highway 142), Brighton. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Outdoor free flight model airplane contest. Contact Jack Boone, (262) 363-3133.

Burlington Garden Walk & Raffle: July 10 o Tour of area gardens and raffle items. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $8 in advance, $10 day of tour. Call Ruth DeLay (262) 763-1776 for tickets. Sponsored by the Burlington Area Garden Club.

Heat Stroke 100 Bike Ride: July 10 o Beautiful scenic routes through the rolling back roads of southeast Wisconsin. Registration $20. Start times 6-9 a.m. Route distances of 18, 43, 74 or 100 miles. Bob's Pedal Pusher Bike Shop, 466 S. Pine St., Burlington. Call (262) 763-7794.

Salmon-A-Rama Family Festival: July 14-17 o Racine on the Lake Festival Park, 5 Fifth St., Racine. Fresh water fishing event with prizes for fishing contestants, food, live music, exhibits, auctions, children's activities and more. Fishing tournament, July 9-17. Family festival, July 14-17. Hours: 4 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Thurs., 11 a.m.-12:30 a.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun. Admission $6 after 6 p.m. Web site, www.salmonarama.com

Bristol Renaissance Faire: July 9-Sept. 5 o Near the Illinois/Wisconsin state line in Kenosha, just west of I-94. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat.-Sun. and Labor Day. Tickets $18.50, $9.50 children 5-12, free children under 5. Season pass, $85. This re-creation of a 16th century English village celebrates the food, games and crafts of Elizabethan England. Hundreds of costumed performers offer continuous entertainment on 16 open-air stages and shaded village streets, food, more than 190 arts and crafts shops, handcrafted treasures, children's activities and craft demonstrations. No pets allowed. Discounted tickets are available at the Racine Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department, 800 Center St. Web site, www.renfair.com

Racine Concert Band: July 10 o Free concert at the Racine Zoo Amphitheater, 2131 N. Main St., Racine. 7 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating.

Animal Crackers Jazz Series: July 13 o Ahmad Jamal. This jazz series provides great entertainment along with various food vendors and a yard party atmosphere at the Racine Zoo, 2131 N. Main St., Racine. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., concert at 7 p.m. For ticket information, see the June 29 listing. Web site, www.animalcrackersjazz.com

Music and More Concert Series: July 14 o First Presbyterian Church, 716 College Ave. (air-conditioned facility), Racine. Noon-1 p.m. See June 16 entry for details.

Burlington Haylofters: July 14-17 o "Dear World." 7:30 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. $12. Malt House Theater, 109 N. Main St., Burlington. Tickets at Daily Brew Coffee Shop, 557 Milwaukee Ave., Burlington, or call (262) 763-9873. Web site, http://www.geocities.com/jblee46 (click on the Haylofters link).

West Racine Western Days: July 14-16 o West Racine Business District Washington Ave., Racine. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri. Sidewalk sales (Thurs.-Sat.), pancake breakfast (8 a.m.-noon Sat.), parade (1 p.m. Sat.), entertainment on Stage on Wheels (Fri.-Sat.).

Bastille Days: July 14-17 o Cathedral Square Park, Milwaukee. This festival dedicated to preserving French heritage and culture features street entertainers and a marketplace with more than 25 sidewalk cafes. Enjoy wine at French bistros and nonstop entertainment. Kick off the festival with the annual "Storming of the Bastille" 5K run and 2-mile walk on Thursday at 9 p.m. 11 a.m.-midnight Thurs.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sun. Free admission. Web site, http://www.easttown.com

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