Summer fun guide

July 15-Aug. 31

Music at the Monument: July 15 — 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 15 — Echo Park, Highway 36, Burlington. 7 p.m. Free.

Zoovies: July 15 — Racine Zoo Kiwanis Amphitheater, 2131 N. Main St., Racine. Popular family movies 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

Racine Theatre Guild: July 15-17 — "Packer Fans from Outer Space." 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

Downtown Gallery Night: July 16 — Downtown Racine, 6-9 p.m. Visit the many unique galleries along Sixth and Main Streets to view new exhibits, meet the artists and enjoy refreshments.

Racine Gallery Night — July 16 — Racine Art Museum, 441 Main St., Racine. 5-10 p.m. Learn about bead stringing and pearl knotting with artist Toby Prioletta. Admission to the museum is $5 adults, $3 seniors over 62 and students over 12, free children under 12.

Kenosha's Secret Garden Walk: July 16 — Sponsored by the Four Seasons Garden Club of Kenosha and featuring a tour of six private gardens. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $8 in advance, $10 at the door. Tickets from members; or in Kenosha at Andrea's, 2401 60th St.; Strobbe's Flower Cart, 3021 75th St.; and Angelo's Sunnyside Florist, 2913 Roosevelt Road.

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-ski Show: July 16 — 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

Burlington Lions Club Chicken Barbecue: July 17 — Echo Lake Park, Highway 36, Burlington. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tickets $7 in advance from Lions Club members and at area businesses, $8 at gate. Charcoal broiled and butter basted chicken dinners and beer and soda available. Delivery available, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Call (262) 763-7711. Drive-through pickup also available. Burlington Kiwanis Civic Band performs at 11 a.m. and John Dawley at 2 p.m. Lioness Cub Bake Sale, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Racine Concert Band: July 17 — Free concert at the Racine Zoo Amphitheater, 2131 N. Main St., Racine. 7 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating.

Country Thunder Music Festival: July 20-24 — Outdoor country music festival off Highway 12 on Lance Drive in Twin Lakes. Performers who have been announced:

n July 20 — Big Guitars from Memphis, noon; Sugarland, 1:30 p.m.; The Warren Brothers, 3 p.m.; Josh Gracin, 5 p.m.; Joe Nichols, 7 p.m.; Tim McGraw, 9 p.m.

n July 21 — Colgate Country Showdown, 11 a.m.; Drew Davis Band, 12:30 p.m.; Miranda Lambert, 2 p.m.; Katrina Elam, 3:30 p.m.; Julie Roberts, 5:30 p.m.; Darryl Worley, 7:30 p.m.; Keith Urban, 9:30 p.m.

n July 22 — 2nd Place Young Guns, noon; 1st Place Young Guns, 1 p.m.; Billy Currington, 2 p.m.; Harry Luge, 5:30 p.m.; Sara Evans, 6:30 p.m.; LeAnn Rimes, 8:30 p.m.; Montgomery Gentry, 10:30 p.m.

n July 23 — Shelly Fairchild, 1:30 p.m.; George Canyon, 3 p.m.; SheDaisy, 4:30 p.m.; Terri Clark, 6:30 p.m.; Big & Rich, 8:30 p.m.; Hank Williams Jr., 10:30 p.m.

n July 24 — Cross Canadian Ragweed, 1 p.m.; Little Texas, 2:30 p.m.; Charlie Daniels, 4 p.m.; Lynyrd Skynyrd, 6 p.m.; ZZ Top, 8:30 p.m.

General admission for one day, $59; four-day general admission, $149; weekend reserved seating, $80-$120; four-day weekend reserved, $300; VIP seating, $109-$189; four-day VIP package, $500; major discounts for advance tickets. Camping available. Call (262) 279-6960. Web site, http://www.countrythunder.com

July 18-Nov. 23 — "Forever Plaid"

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

Music and More Concert Series: July 21 — First Presbyterian Church, 716 College Ave. (air-conditioned facility), Racine. Noon-1 p.m. See June 16 entry for details.

Burlington Haylofters: July 21-24 — "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).

Festa Italiana: July 21-24 — Henry W. Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee. 2 p.m.-midnight Thurs., 11:30 a.m.-midnight Fri.-Sun., 11 a.m. Mass Sun. Music and Italian-style fireworks, as well as street entertainers, culinary and craft demonstrations and shopping. Admission is $10 ($10 advance tickets include food discounts and raffle ticket); children under age 12 free with adult. Call (414) 223-2808. Web site, http://www.festaitaliana.com

Racine Theatre Guild: July 22-24 — "Packer Fans from Outer Space." 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: July 22 — Monument Square in Downtown Racine on Sam Johnson Parkway. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Performer to be determined. Free.

Racine Symphony Orchestra Lakeside Pops: July 22 — 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. See July 1 entry for details.

Moon 4 Miler Run/Walk: July 23 — Baymont Inn & Suites, 750 Fox Lane, Waterford. 9 p.m. This 4-mile race is scheduled at night under a full moon. The course will travel through the village of Waterford and has a flat and fast start and finish with hills in the middle. T-shirts, goodie bag, free food and drink for the racers. Awards ceremony after the race. Contact Raegan Dexter (262) 534- 5911 or on the Web at http://www.chamber@waterford-wi.org

Burlington Kiwanis Civic Band: July 23 — Echo Park, Highway 36, Burlington. 7 p.m. Free.

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-ski Show: July 23 — 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 24 — 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.

Spirit of Racine Trialthon: July 24 — North Beach, Racine. 7 a.m. The Spirit of Racine Triathlon will offer participants an up-close view of Racine County's quaint villages and town, including a 1.2 mile swim that will take place near North Beach, a 56-mile bike ride, and a 13.1 mile run through historic Racine neighborhoods and the communities of Wind Point and North Bay. Live bands, food and vendors. Call (262) 884-6400 or visit the Web at http://www.spiritofracinetri.com

Racine Concert Band: July 24 — 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 27 — Slide Hampton plays the music of Antonio Carlos Jobim. 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, http://www.animalcrackersjazz.com

Racine County Fair: July 27-31 — Racine County Fairgrounds Highway 11, Union Grove. 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Admission $7 ages 14 and over, $5 ages 8-13, free children 7 and under. Free parking. Children's Day and Senior Day (admission $5 ages 62 and above) is July 28 with special midway promotions, Kiddie Tractor Pull and games and entertainment for children. Animal judging, 4-H/FFA youth and adult exhibits, food, carnival rides and games, petting zoo, contests, tractor and truck pulls, draft horse pull, circus performances, puppet shows, Extreme Canines and High Diving Pigs. Grandstand entertainment lineup: July 27 — Crowning of Fairest of Fair, 5 p.m.; Tractor & Truck Pull, 6:30 p.m. July 28 — Great Plains Rodeo, 7 p.m. July 29 — Great Plains Rodeo, noon; Tractor and Truck Pull, 6:30 p.m. July 30 — Draft Horse Pull in early afternoon (time to be determined); country western star Phil Vassar, 8 p.m. July 31 — Garden Tractor Pull, 10:30 a.m.; Demolition Derby, 3 and 7 p.m.

Music and More Concert Series: July 28 — First Presbyterian Church, 716 College Ave. (air-conditioned facility), Racine. Noon-1 p.m. See June 16 entry for details.

Burlington Public Library Book Sale: July 28-30—Burlington Public Library, 166 E. Jefferson St., Burlington. 5-9 p.m. Thurs., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri., 9 a.m.-noon Sat. Selling used books during Maxwell Street days. Sponsored by friends of the Burlington Library.

Burlington Haylofters: July 28-31 — "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).

German Fest: July 28-31 — Henry W. Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee. Dance and indulge in German cuisine. Marvel at craftsmen demonstrating Old World artistry. Enjoy the colorful brass parade, entertainment, children's activities and fireworks. 5-10:30 p.m. Thurs., noon-midnight Fri.-Sat., noon-10:30 p.m. Sun. Free Protestant church service at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Admission is $10 ($8 advance); seniors and students with I.D., $5; children 12 and under with adult, free; four-day passport, $15 in advance only. Call (414) 464-9444. Web site, http://www.germanfest.com

Music at the Monument: July 29 — 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 29 — Echo Park, Highway 36, Burlington. 7 p.m. Free.

Maxwell Street Days: July 29-30 — Throughout Burlington. Sidewalk sales, arts and crafts, business rummage sales, collectibles and food.

Over Our Head Players: July 29-31 — "Closer," a stinging look at love and betrayal. 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2:30 p.m. Sun. $13 Fri.-Sat., $10 Sun. Sixth Street Theatre, 318 Sixth St., Racine. Call (262) 632-6802 for reservations. Web site, http://overourheadplayers.org

Italian Festival: July 29-31 — Racine on the Lake Festival Park, 5 Fifth St., Racine. Noon-1 a.m. Fri.-Sat., 10:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sun. Admission fees to be determined. Italian food, live music, cash raffle, family entertainment and live music. Sponsored by Roma Lodge.

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-ski Show: July 30 — 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

Racine Concert Band: July 31 — Free concert at the Racine Zoo Amphitheater, 2131 N. Main St., Racine. 7 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating.

Music and More Concert Series: Aug. 4 — First Presbyterian Church, 716 College Ave. (air-conditioned facility), Racine. Noon-1 p.m. See June 16 entry for details.

Wisconsin State Fair: Aug. 4-14 — Wisconsin State Fair Park, 8100 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis. Features 28 stages of entertainment, hundreds of food choices, midway, shopping and exhibits, and animal and livestock judging; gates open 8 a.m.-11 p.m. daily; most buildings open 9 a.m.-10 p.m.; midway open 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Admission is $8 for ages 12 and up; $3 for ages 7-11; $6 seniors and persons with disabilities; and free for children 6 and under. Discounted advance tickets available. Parking, $8. Call (800) 884-3247. Web site, http://www.wistatefair.com

Wisconsin State Fair Miller Lite Main Stage Entertainment: Aug. 4 — Sara Evans. Aug. 5 — Credence Clearwater Revisited with Pure Prairie League. Aug. 8 — Steven Curtis Chapman. $10. Aug. 9 — Brad Paisley. $10. Aug. 11 — Cheap Trick! $10. Aug. 12 — Switchfoot. Aug. 13 — Cinderella, Ratt, Quiet Riot and Firehouse.

All shows are at 8 p.m., unless otherwise listed. Tickets cost $10 for reserved VIP track seating, unless otherwise listed. They can be purchased online at wistatefair.com or from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday at the Wisconsin State Fair Box Office, North Millennium Gate. Most shows offer free tickets available at 8 a.m. on the day of the concert on a first-come, first-served basis.

Block Party Street Dance: Aug. 5 — Wehmhoff Square Park, corner of Pine and Jefferson streets, Burlington. Event sponsored by the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce. An evening of live music, dancing, food, brew and raffles.

Music at the Monument: Aug. 5 — Monument Square in Downtown Racine on Sam Johnson Parkway. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Music by Mark Paffrath. Free.

Over Our Head Players: Aug. 5-7 — "Closer," a stinging look at love and betrayal. 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2:30 p.m. Sun. $13 Fri.-Sat., $10 Sun. Sixth Street Theatre, 318 Sixth St., Racine. Call (262) 632-6802 for reservations. Web site, http://overourheadplayers.org

Peaches and Cream Festival: Aug. 5-7 — Apple Holler Restaurant, 5006 S. Sylvania Ave., Yorkville. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. Featuring fresh-picked peaches, peach cobbler, build-your-own peach sundaes and peach shakes and malts. All-you-can-eat peach pancakes, 8 a.m.-noon. Hay and pony rides, pedal cart rides, train rides, teddy bear moonwalk, kids korral play area, petting zoo, cow maze, golden goat bridge and live music.

Go to Web site http://www.appleholler.com

African World Festival: Aug. 5-7 — Henry W. Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee. Come celebrate African-American heritage with the extraordinary music pioneered by this culture including jazz, rhythm and blues, Motown, rap and gospel. Learn about African culture and traditions through food, exhibits and ceremonies. Noon-midnight daily. Call (414) 372-4567. Web site, http://www.africanworldfestival.com

Chair-i-ties Auction: Aug. 6 — Auction featuring one-of-a-kind hand-painted furniture decorated by local young artists. Proceeds to benefit Main Gallery Program, a Racine Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department Program. 10:30 a.m. Country breakfast, 9:30-11 a.m. Breakfast tickets cost $10 for ages 12 and above and $6 for children 11 and under. Sponsored by Downtown Racine Corporation. Call (262) 634-6002.

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-ski Show: Aug. 6 — 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

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

Job's Daughters Craft Fair: Aug. 7 — Racine Masonic Center grounds, 1012 Main St., Racine. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Featuring unique crafters that arrive from four states for this outdoor fair. Food stand with quarter-pound hot dogs, soda, etc.

Starving Artist Outdoor Art Fair: Aug. 7 — Gateway Technical College campus grounds, 1001 Main St., Racine. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (rain or shine). Free. All types of fine art and fine crafts are represented by more than 140 artists. This is a juried art fair exhibiting and selling mostly original artwork. Children's art activities, music and food are part of the festivities. Sponsored by the Racine Art Guild.

Wind Point Lighthouse Tour to the Top: Aug. 7 — 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.

Armenian Fest: Aug. 7 — Racine on the Lake Festival Park, 5 Fifth St., Racine. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Ethnic festival with food, music, art activities and dance. Freewill offering.

Taste of Racine: Aug. 7 — Racine Zoo, 2131 N. Main St., Racine. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Features numerous area restaurants and day-long entertainment. Sponsored by Family Service of Racine.

Animal Crackers Jazz Series: Aug. 10 — Freddy Cole Quartet. 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, http://www.animalcrackersjazz.com

Music at the Monument: Aug. 12 — Monument Square in Downtown Racine on Sam Johnson Parkway. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Music by Lonestar Band. Free.

Fiesta Mexicana: Aug. 12-14 — Racine on the Lake Festival Park, 5 Fifth St., Racine. Noon-11 p.m. Fri., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun. Admission to be determined. Mexican and other Hispanic ethnic foods, American food, live music, vendors, nonprofit organization displays, raffle, children's activities, car show, mariachi music and Brothers Avila folkloric dance group.

Harbor Thunder: Aug. 13 — Harbor Park, 54th Street and Lake Michigan, Kenosha. Country music festival presented by the Kiwanis Club of Western Kenosha and Uke's Harley-Davidson. Gates open 11:30 a.m. Music by Trick Pony, Confederate Railroad, the Honky Tonk Tailgate Party, Lonely Samz and Send Help. Food, exhibits, displays. Tickets until May 31 cost $20 or $45 for VIP; advance tickets after June 1, $25 general or $50 VIP. Tickets at door, $30 general or $55 VIP. Call (262) 654-7309, ext. 10, or visit the Web at www.kenoshaharborthunder.com

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-ski Show: Aug. 13 — 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

Cudahy/Greater Racine Kennel Club All Breed Dog Show: Aug. 13-14 — Pershing Park at the Racine lakefront. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults $2, children $1. Annual all breed dog show. Vendors with pet related items.

Outdoor Model Airplane Contest: Aug. 14 — 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.

Pork Chop Dinner and Auction: Aug. 14 — St. Mary's Church, 23211 Church Road, Dover. Noon-5 p.m. Auction, craft and bake sale, raffle, horseshoe tournament, cow pie bingo, children's games, garden tractor pull and music.

Racine Concert Band: Aug. 14 — Free concert at the Racine Zoo Amphitheater, 2131 N. Main St., Racine. 7 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating.

Sand Castles: Aug. 14 — Samuel Meyers Park, 11th Street and Pershing Drive, Racine. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sand sculpting competitions, kite flying, art activities, food. Live music by Matthew Haeffel Band. Sand sculpting competition entry fee is $5 per team in advance or $10 on the day of the event. Admission to the park is free. Call the Racine Arts Council, (262) 635-0261.

Racine Zoo Classic Car Show: Aug. 14 — Racine Zoo, 2131 N. Main St., Racine. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. A classic event with classic cars on zoo grounds. Food available. Car exhibitors pay fee. Call (262) 636-9189 to register a vehicle.

Knights of Columbus Corn & Brat Day: Aug. 14 — Echo Park, Highway 36, Burlington. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Family event with Arts & Crafts Fair, raffle (grand prize of $7,500), brats, hot dogs, corn, beverages and children's games. Live music by the Twin Rivers Band and beer tent. Call (262) 763-4447.

Racine Boat & RV Show: Aug. 18-21 — Reefpoint Marina, 2 Christopher Columbus Causeway, Racine. Noon-8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun. $8 adults, $3 children ages 6-12. Watercraft from ski boats, runabouts, deck boats, cuddy cabins, pontoon boats, family cruisers and luxury yachts. Vendors, beer garden with full menu, Optimist funnel cakes and cheese fries, rock climbing, live jazz, face painting and clowns. Web site, http://www.racineboatshow.com

Irish Fest: Aug. 18-21 — Henry W. Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwwaukee. Boasting 14 stages with a variety of performances including Irish music, folk dancing, theater, traditional Irish fare, crafts, light-hearted competitions and children's area. 5-10 p.m. Thurs., 4 p.m.-midnight Fri., noon-midnight Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.. Admission $5 Thursday, $12 adults Fri.-Sun., $8 seniors age 60 and older and free 4-5 p.m. Fri., free children 12 and under. Call (414) 476-3378. Web site, http://www.irishfest.com

Music at the Monument: Aug. 19 — Monument Square in Downtown Racine on Sam Johnson Parkway. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Music by Keith Scott. Free.

Zoovies: Aug. 19 — Racine Zoo Kiwanis Amphitheater, 2131 N. Main St., Racine. Popular family movies 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

YMCA Corporate Cup: Aug. 19-28— Racine Area. A celebration of 20 athletic and non-athletic events to build corporate team pride and community spirit. Call (262) 634-1994.

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-ski Show: Aug. 20 — 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

Super Saturday: Aug. 20 — Union Grove. Village Square at 10th Avenue and Main Street, Union Grove Public Library at 12th Avenue and Main Street and Masonic Temple at 11th Avenue and Vine Street. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Service organizations, police and fire department, health care providers, schools and retailers offer an outdoor event with focus on kids and safety; health screenings, safety demonstrations, entertainment, giveaways and drawings. Live music, sidewalk sales, sidewalk cafes and crafters. Shuttle available.

Outdoor Model Airplane Contest: Aug. 21 — 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.

Racine Concert Band: Aug. 21 — Free concert at the Racine Zoo Amphitheater, 2131 N. Main St., Racine. 7 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating.

Franciscan Harvest Festival: Aug. 21 — St. Francis Center, 2457 Browns Lake Drive, Burlington. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Classic car show, 155 crafters. Masses in English, 9 a.m. and noon; Spanish, 10 a.m.; and Polish, 10:30 a.m. Chicken dinner, children's games, sweepstakes drawing. Parking donation.

Racine Symphony Orchestra Lakeside Pops: Aug. 22 — 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. See July 1 entry for details.

Animal Crackers Jazz Series: Aug. 24 — Chuck Loeb. 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, http://www.animalcrackersjazz.com

Music at the Monument: Aug. 26 — Monument Square in Downtown Racine on Sam Johnson Parkway. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Performer to be determined. Free.

Mexican Fiesta: Aug. 26-28 — Henry W. Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee. Spice up your life at this celebration of Mexican traditions. Music, folk dancing and Mexican food. 10 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Fri., noon-11:30 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Admission $10; discounted admission on some days; call (414) 383-7066 for more information. Web site, http://www.mexicanfiesta.org

Outdoor Model Airplane Contest: Aug. 27 — 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.

Summer Spokes Ride for Racine Heritage Museum: Aug. 27 — Featuring 55-mile, 25-mile ride and 6-mile family rides. First ride starts at 8 a.m. $35, or $40 for family of six. Registration forms at Racine Heritage Museum, 701 Main St., and on the Web site, www.spiritofinnovation.org

Post Summer Spokes Ride Celebration: Aug. 27 — Sixth Street and Pershing Boulevard, Racine. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Musical entertainment, tractor exhibit, refreshments, family activities.

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-ski Show: Aug. 27, Sept. 3-4 — 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

Planes, Trains, & Automobiles and Burlington Airport Fly-In: Aug. 28 — Burlington Municipal Airport, 703 Airport Drive, Burlington. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Plane rides, antique auto show and model railroad exhibit. Hands-on fire extinguisher safety program. Burlington Lioness Club will serve a country breakfast.