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  • Songwriters Showcase featuring Carol Montag, Kurt Kieffer and Jordan Kieffer

    Galena Center for the Arts 971 Gear St, Galena, Illinois, United States

    Singer/songwriter Carol Montag has been described by folk music legend Tom Paxton as a “genuine discovery” and “the best thing to come out of Iowa since Bonnie Koloc.” Her influences […]

    Donations accepted to help support future performances.
  • Rhapsody in Blue: From New York to Hollywood

    Hurley School Auditorium 5503 W Rangeview Dr, Hurley, Wisconsin, United States

    roadway, jazz, and movies — America’s most iconic sounds in the Northwoods. From the dazzling lights of Broadway to the glamour of Hollywood’s silver screens, join Adam Rothenberg and The […]

    $20
  • Token Creek Presents: THE AVANTI PIANO TRIO

    Token Creek Concert Barn 4037 State Road 19, DeForest, Wisconsin, United States

    The Avanti Trio presents the U.S. premiere of French composer Rita Strohl’s recently discovered and newly restored Piano Trio No. 2 in D minor (1888) (made available by the Palazzetto […]

    $10 – $25
  • Bluegrass in the Pines

    Bluegrass in the Pines

    Rosholt Fair Park 186 W Forest St, Rosholt, United States

    Art Stevenson & High Water present the 16th annual Bluegrass in the Pines music festival at the Rosholt Fair Park, featuring Bluegrass workshops and performances by Art Stevenson & High […]

  • Marathon County Historical Society presents Kid’s History Day

    Woodson History Center 410 McIndoe Street, Wausau, Wisconsin, United States

    History is Fun! That is definitely the case at our annual Kid’s History Day Friday, August 22 from 9 AM-3 PM. Hosted by the Marathon County Historical Society (MCHS), we will explore “History through the Decades” From orange shag rug to poodle skirts, we will experience the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s with fun and interactive […]

    $10
  • **FREE** Gemstone Mining Talk & Demo

    **FREE** Gemstone Mining Talk & Demo

    Cave of the Mounds 2975 Cave of the Mounds Rd., Blue Mounds, Wisconsin, United States

    Monday – Friday 10:00am & 1:00pm July & August Join us for a hands-on educational experience as we explore the world of gemstone mining! This free talk and live demonstration offers a behind-the-scenes look at how gemstones and are uncovered, identified, and preserved. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this program combines storytelling, geology, […]

    Free
  • Gallery Talk: “Erin Shirreff: Permanent Drafts”

    Milwaukee Art Museum 700 N. Art Museum Dr, Milwaukee

    Join Kristen Gaylord, Herzfeld Curator of Photography and Media Arts and the exhibition curator, for an in-depth exploration of the themes and topics in the exhibition “Erin Shirreff: Permanent Drafts.” This is the most comprehensive exhibition in a decade of works by Shirreff and showcases more than 40 recent works, including installations specific to the […]

    Free – $27
  • **FREE** Gemstone Mining Talk & Demo

    **FREE** Gemstone Mining Talk & Demo

    Cave of the Mounds 2975 Cave of the Mounds Rd., Blue Mounds, Wisconsin, United States

    Monday – Friday 10:00am & 1:00pm July & August Join us for a hands-on educational experience as we explore the world of gemstone mining! This free talk and live demonstration offers a behind-the-scenes look at how gemstones and are uncovered, identified, and preserved. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this program combines storytelling, geology, […]

    Free
  • Black Light & Brew

    Black Light & Brew

    Cave of the Mounds 2975 Cave of the Mounds Rd., Blue Mounds, Wisconsin, United States

    **Every Friday through November** Cave of the Mounds is thrilled to announce the launch of its exclusive Blacklight & Brews Tour, an enchanting and unforgettable experience designed for adults. This unique 1-hour tour promises a captivating journey through the cave, illuminated by ultraviolet lights that reveal the dazzling beauty of fluorescent minerals and formations. One […]

    $39.99
  • Apollo Music Festival

    Cappella Performing Arts Center 721 King Street, La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States

    The Apollo Music Festival proudly announces its 13th annual season, taking place August 14–24, 2025, with eight chamber music concerts at three venues throughout southeast Minnesota and western Wisconsin. This year’s festival features seven nationally recognized musicians performing a rich blend of classical repertoire — and, thanks to generous community support, all events are completely […]

    Free
  • EIFF: Facts & Fantasies

    Theatre North 825 N Lake St., Ironwood, Michigan, United States

    From the sharp edges of truth to the surreal corners of the mind. We end our season where all great stories begin: in the space between what is real and what we dare to dream. Our journey opens in distant villages and intimate corners of the world, where art, legacy, and identity bloom against the […]

    $20
  • Summer Night Orchestral Hits

    Milaeger’s 4838 Douglas Avenue, Racine, United States

    Step into a magical summer evening as the Racine Symphony Orchestra brings Mendelssohn’s Midsummer Night’s Dream to life amidst the lush beauty of Milaeger’s Greenhouse. Let the shimmering notes of the Scherzo and the majestic Wedding March transports you to a world of enchantment. This vibrant program also features high-energy favorites, from the exhilarating Sabre […]

    $40.00