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to Lake Geneva WI, 53147. This calendar is for 2008.
What's happening here at Golden Oaks Mansion
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April “April Showers not only bring May flower but April Specials”
The first sign of spring in Lake Geneva is showing everywhere. The Robins, Cardinals and all the animals are out of hibernation including us! Golden Oaks Mansions early spring bulbs are blooming flowers through the left over snow! Get out of hibernation and celebrate the onset of spring. Stay with us in April and we will help you get rid of those winter aches and pains when you’re treated to an extra ½ hour massage added on to your purchased hour massage in our new treatment room that opened this Spring.
- April “Spring Fling Get-away ”
Stay any midweek night in April and receive the second night at half price. Stay any Friday and Saturday nights receive Monday or Thursday night, the 3rd night FREE!
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May “In Celebration of all Mother’s this Mothers Day ”
"CAT-erberry Tails Croozes" performed at Golden Oaks mansion by the Reader's Theater Mukwonago Players. Celebrate with Mom at Golden Oaks Mansion Sunday May 11th at 3:00pm. Enjoy an original comedy, sample delicious desserts, coffee, and fine teas donated by "All Things Gourmet" Executive Chef David Bell, AKA Chef Daddy. Value-$35.00 per person. Stay with us for the weekend and your second ticket is FREE…Must call for tickets, limited seating.
Stay with us for six consecutive nights and get the 7th night free
- June, July, & August
With your weekend stay you will be treated on Saturday nights to gourmet appetizers by "All Things Gourmet" Executive Chef David Bell, AKA Chef Daddy along with complimentary beverages in the bar.
New for 2008 - Watch
for the dates on future activities at the
Mansion
Future performances by the Mukwonago
Village Players
2nd annual Masquerade Ball
A Culinary Program of Fine Cuisine: Presented by
“All Things Gourmet” and Executive Chef David
Bell
Woman’s Retreat & Getaway Packages:
Strengthen your Friendships, Renew your Soul &
Relax in the Grandeur of the Historic Mansion
Golden Oaks Mansion Luncheon Tours: Tour this
1856 Mansion Estate and Enjoy a Spectacular
Lunch for your Group. Call us for more information.
For Reservations and Information Call
262-248-9711
421 Baker St. Lake Geneva, WI 53147
~ www.goldenoaksmansion.com ~
Lake Geneva Events
April / May /
June / July April
2008
4
"The Wads", Live Music at Champ's Sports Bar and Grill, 8:30pm, no cover charge, 747 Main St., Lake Geneva, WI. (262) 248-6008.
9
"A More Perfect Union: Domestic Tranquility," Wisconsin Humanities Council Book Discussion series led by Chris Brookes, Lake Geneva Public Library Smith Meeting Room. 6:30pm, Prodigal Summer. No charge. Call 262-249-5299 or visit www.lakegeneva.lib.wi.us for more information.
11&12
Seussical Jr., presented by St. Francis de Sales Players, directed by JaNelle Powers. Badger High School Auditorium, 220 South St., Lake Geneva, WI. Friday, April 11th, 10:15 am & 7 pm. Saturday, April 12th, 1:00 pm. Donations appreciated at the door.
11
Martha Berner Show, Music starts at 8pm. Fischer's On Buttons Bay, N2062 South Lakeshore, Lake Geneva. Next to Big Foot Beach State Park, a short 2 minute drive from Downtown Lake Geneva. (262) 248-1270.
11
"Loose Connection", Live Music at Champ's Sports Bar and Grill, 8:30pm, no cover charge, 747 Main St., Lake Geneva, WI. (262) 248-6008.
18&19
Faith Christian School presents “The Sound of Music”, 7:00 pm, Faith Christian School, W5525 State Highway 67, Williams Bay. Tickets: $6.00 for adults and $3.00 for students. For more information or to purchase tickets call 245-9404.
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"Michael Coleman", Live Music at Champ's Sports Bar and Grill, 8:30pm, no cover charge, 747 Main St., Lake Geneva, WI. (262) 248-6008.
19
"Broad Street" Concert Series, 7:30 p.m. "Pentissimo", a delightful woodwind quintet. Holy Communion Episcopal Church, 320 Broad Street, Lake Geneva, WI (262)248-3522.
19
1st Annual Casino Night, hosted by St. Francis de Sales Parish School. 6:30pm-Midnight, Hawk's View Golf Club, Lake Geneva. Casino style gaming, dinner, silent auction, music and good cheer! For more information or to purchase tickets call 262-248-2778.
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World Record Weekend Library Park, Lake Geneva. In honor of Earth Day, the city of Lake Geneva will unite at high noon on Saturday April 19th to win back the coveted Guinness World Record Bunny Hop title. This family friendly event will now be titled, "Some Bunnies Going Green". Seedlings will be handed out to the first 200 families who register. Recycling activities, contests and spring open houses in the downtown shops. Bring your cameras as costumed characters and local celebrities will be on hand. Registration from 10-11:50am downtown and in Library Park. Voluntary donation of $1.00 for adults and 50c for children. Proceeds will go to the One Step at a Time Camp. This camp is an opportunity for childhood cancer victims to enjoy the earth and the outdoors. So, come one, come all to Lake Geneva's 4th annual World Record Weekend. Beware, Washington State Fair and all other spoilers, Lake Geneva will take this title back! For more information on the hop, Call Rag Thyme 262-248-4448.
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April 25 – June 1, 2008 “Student /Instructor Show” The Geneva Lake Art Association presents artwork from it’s student and instructors as well as works from area high schools. Opening reception will be April 25, 6-8pm. Regular gallery hours are Saturdays 10am-4pm and Sundays 1pm-4pm. The GLAA Gallery is located in the North Shore Pavilion at 647 W. Main St., Lake Geneva. For more information call 262-249-7988or visit the website at www.genevalakeart.org
25
"Alpha Method", Live Music at Champ's Sports Bar and Grill, 8:30pm, no cover charge, 747 Main St., Lake Geneva, WI. (262) 248-6008.
26
Comedy Night staring Jim Wiggins... the last hippie in America! Jim has appeared on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" and he was a part of "Last Comic Standing" TV show. Tickets $40, includes show, dinner, tax and gratuities. Call 262-723-5722. Evergreen Golf Club, just north of Elkhorn WI on Hwy 12/67. www.EvergreenGolf.com
May
2008
3
Come to the Races! Horticultural Hall is planning a fundraiser and celebration of the 134th running of the Kentucky Derby. Fling on your spring best and enjoy the festivities in the beautiful Hall and gardens at 330 Broad Street, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, from 3:30 to 6 p.m. See the race on a large screen TV!! Prizes for the Best Derby attire and the Best Derby Hat! Tickets are $25.00 per person and benefit Horticultural Hall. Phone 262-248-4382 for reservations.
10
23rd Annual Lake Geneva Marathon/Relay/Walk, Library Park, Lake Geneva. www.lakegenevasports.com (262) 275-3577. Chosen by Runner's World magazine as the best small race in the country, the Lake Geneva Marathon offers runners (and walkers) an ideal setting for a unique running experience.
14
"A More Perfect Union: Domestic Tranquility," Wisconsin Humanities Council Book Discussion series led by Chris Brookes, Lake Geneva Public Library Smith Meeting Room. 6:30pm, The Tortilla Curtain. No charge. Call 262-249-5299 or visit www.lakegeneva.lib.wi.us for more information.
17 & 18
2nd Annual WORS (Wisconsin Off Road Series ) Race in Lake Geneva presented by Club Tread, TREADFEST Mountain Bike Race, Mountain Top Ski Hill at the Grand Geneva Resort. WORS is a 12 race mountain bike series headquartered in Custer, Wisconsin. Club Tread Bicycle Club is based in Lake Geneva, WI and is Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin's premiere social bicycling club.
For more information, visit www.skinnysclubtread.com
17
Clear Waters Salon and Spa 3rd Anniversary Party/Open House, 6 - 9 p.m. Wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres, complimentary Glo Minerals makeup applications and skin analysis. Dr. Veith available to discuss Botox, Restylane and Photofacials. Drawings for gift baskets and services. 18 Geneva St., Williams Bay, WI 53191. (262) 245-2444. www.clearwaterssalonanddayspa.com
25-28
22nd Annual BURLINGTON CHOCOLATEFEST
P.O. Box 411, Burlington, WI 53105. (262) 763-3300. Fax: (262) 763-3631. www.chocolatefest.com
Family festival featuring music, children's entertainment, juried art fair, parade, dancing, magic, fireworks and more.
May 29-June 1
Aurora Health Care Championship at Geneva National Golf Club. With the beautiful backdrop of Lake Como, 144 golfers from around the world will take to the fairways of Geneva National in their quests to gain coveted Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) exemptions. The developmental tour, known as the Duramed FUTURES Tour, includes 18 tour stops across the country culminating in Albany, N.Y. The four-day Lake Geneva event, sponsored locally by Aurora Health Care, boasts an $90,000 purse and associated pro-am. For more information please call the Tournament Office at 262-245-1398 or visit www.AuroraChampionship.org
June
2008
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June 6 – August 31, 2008 “Celebrating Birds and Blooms” The Geneva Lake Art Association’s summer exhibit featuring member artist’s works. Opening reception will be June 6, 6-8pm. Regular gallery hours are Saturdays 10am-4pm and Sundays 1pm-4pm. The GLAA Gallery is located in the North Shore Pavilion at 647 W. Main St., Lake Geneva. For more information call 262-249-7988or visit the website at www.genevalakeart.org
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"A More Perfect Union: Domestic Tranquilty," Wisconsin Humanities Council Book Discussion series led by Chris Brookes, Lake Geneva Public Library Smith Meeting Room. 6:30pm, The Devil's Highway. No charge. Call 262-249-5299 or visit www.lakegeneva.lib.wi.us for more information.
14-15
8th Annual Paint-in, Geneva Lake Art Association, 10am-4pm. White umbrellas & tables mark the locations of local artists demonstrating and selling their art work on the downtown sidewalks of Lake Geneva. Sponsored by the Geneva Lake Art Association and the Chamber of Commerce. For information call (262) 249-7988 or visit www.genevalakeart.org
20-21
Klockit, the World’s Leading Supplier to Clockmakers for over 36 years, will be hosting their 2008 Annual Warehouse Sale. Clockmakers from all over the Midwest will travel to Lake Geneva to uncover great bargains, and socialize with other Hobbyist’s. Clockmakers, and crafters alike will find a huge selection of discounted clock kits, music movements, tools, craft supplies, and much more! Be sure to visit our Klockit Retail Store during the sale and receive 10% off on any catalog merchandise (excludes sale items), also check out a large selection of final clearance items that must go during this 2-day sale only! Klockit is located just North of Lake Geneva on County Rd. H. Call Toll Free 1-800-556-2548 or visit us on the web www.klockit.com for directions and more information on this 2-day sale!
21-22
Native American Festival, "Honor the Firekeepers". Dunn Field, Lake Geneva, WI. 17th Annual Traditional Pow-Wow. Gates open at 10am. Grand Entry: Sat. 1pm and 7pm. Sun. 1pm. Traders Featuring Native American Art, Jewelry, Crafts, Craft Supplies, Music Tapes, C.D.'s and much more. For general information contact Gary Adamson (262) 248-2784.
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Music by the Lake featuring Maureen McGovern and the Chicago Philharmonic Orchestra performing a program of Henry Mancini's best loved tunes and signature selections with her jazz trio. 7:30pm performance will be held in the new venue- The Ferro Pavilion at George Williams College of Aurora University, located on the shores of Geneva Lake in Williams Bay, WI. For tickets, visit the website at www.aurora.edu/mbtl, email mbtl@aurora.edu, call 866-843-5200, toll free or 262-245-8501.
July
2008
Fourth of July Fireworks, Fontana Beach and at the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa.
12
Music by the Lake featuring The Kingston Trio and The Brothers Four performing a celebration of American folk music classics. The Artist Underwriter for this performance is The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Foundation. 7:30pm performance will be held in the new venue- The Ferro Pavilion at George Williams College of Aurora University, located on the shores of Geneva Lake in Williams Bay, WI. For tickets, visit the website at www.aurora.edu/mbtl, email mbtl@aurora.edu, call 866-843-5200, toll free or 262-245-8501.
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Music by the Lake featuring Prometheus Trio, acclaimed string ensemble in residence at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music performing an array of chamber music that spans many centuries and styles. 4pm performance will be held in the new venue- The Ferro Pavilion at George Williams College of Aurora University, located on the shores of Geneva Lake in Williams Bay, WI. For tickets, visit the website at www.aurora.edu/mbtl, email mbtl@aurora.edu, call 866-843-5200, toll free or 262-245-8501.
26
Music by the Lake featuring “Die Fledermaus,” an operetta with music by Johann Strauss, featuring marvelous melodies, wonderful characters and unforgettable waltzes. This performance will feature our Young Artists and will be sung in English with the Music by the Lake Festival Orchestra and Chorus. The Opera Underwriter is The Bell Family Foundation. 7:30pm performance will be held in the new venue- The Ferro Pavilion at George Williams College of Aurora University, located on the shores of Geneva Lake in Williams Bay, WI. For tickets, visit the website at www.aurora.edu/mbtl, email mbtl@aurora.edu, call 866-843-5200, toll free or 262-245-8501.
26-27
JURIED Fine Art and Fine Craft Show, 10 AM to 5 PM presented by the Williams Bay Art Festival Committee. Edgewater Park on Geneva Lake in Williams Bay, WI. This year the show is in its 7th season. Artist from all over the United States will participate. Mixed Media, Oil/Acrylic, Pastels, Photography, Watercolor, Fiber, Glass, Scupture, Wood and Jewelry will be shown. For more information email: vdwachs@esedona.net
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Music by the Lake featuring “Die Fledermaus,” an operetta with music by Johann Strauss, featuring marvelous melodies, wonderful characters and unforgettable waltzes. This performance will feature our Young Artists and will be sung in English with the Music by the Lake Festival Orchestra and Chorus. The Opera Underwriter is The Bell Family Foundation. 4pm performance will be held in the new venue- The Ferro Pavilion at George Williams College of Aurora University, located on the shores of Geneva Lake in Williams Bay, WI. For tickets, visit the website at www.aurora.edu/mbtl, email mbtl@aurora.edu, call 866-843-5200, toll free or 262-245-8501.
August
2008
3
Music by the Lake featuring Chicago Brass Quintet, performing music of all periods and styles with a dose of good humor. The Quintet is equally at home with the music of The Beatles, Richard Rodgers and Andrew Lloyd Webber as they are with Vivaldi, Bach and de Falla. 4pm performance will be held in the new venue- The Ferro Pavilion at George Williams College of Aurora University, located on the shores of Geneva Lake in Williams Bay, WI. For tickets, visit the website at www.aurora.edu/mbtl, email mbtl@aurora.edu, call 866-843-5200, toll free or 262-245-8501.
8 & 9
Showcasing 25 outstanding antique dealers, Holy Communion Episcopal Church presents its 52nd Annual Lake Geneva Antique Show. Friday, August 8th, 10am-6pm and Saturday, August 9th, 10am-5pm, downtown Lake Geneva's historic Horticultural & Church Guild Halls, 330 Broad Street. Preview Party Thursday, August 7th. For more information call 262-248-7731 or visit www.holycommunionlakegeneva.org
9
Music by the Lake featuring Gordon Goodwin and the Big Phat Band with Patti Austin. This 18-piece jazz ensemble combines big band tradition with a contemporary sound and is one of the hottest jazz bands today. Patti Austin, the 2008 Grammy Award winning artist for Jazz Vocal Album of the Year, will join them. 7:30pm performance will be held in the new venue- The Ferro Pavilion at George Williams College of Aurora University, located on the shores of Geneva Lake in Williams Bay, WI. For tickets, visit the website at www.aurora.edu/mbtl, email mbtl@aurora.edu, call 866-843-5200, toll free or 262-245-8501.
9&10 28th Annual Art in the Park, Geneva Lake Art Association's Fine Art Show, Library Park, Main Street (Route 50), Lake Geneva. Saturday 10am - 6pm, Sunday 10am-4pm. An outdoor juried fine art show featuring 90 artists from across the country held in Library Park beside the lake, in Lake Geneva. Music, a children’s art activity area, and food are also part of this family festival. Sponsored by the Geneva Lake Art Association. Call the Gallery for more information (262) 249-7988.
13-17
Venetian Festival, Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva. Five day festival featuring a carnival, craft fair, water ski show, musical entertainment, local cuisine, and the festival's traditional lighted boat parade followed by a firework display high above Geneva Lake. Sponsored by The Lake Geneva Jaycees. Wednesday - Friday 6pm to Midnight. Saturday & Sunday Noon to Midnight. For information go to www.lakegenevaJaycees.org. Craft Fair Information: Rob Twyning (847) 917-9814. Entertainment information: Dan Truestchell (262) 903-9038.
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Music by the Lake Spotlight Concert featuring Kenny Loggins, two-time Grammy Award winning superstar, in the season finale. 7:30pm performance will be held in the new venue- The Ferro Pavilion at George Williams College of Aurora University, located on the shores of Geneva Lake in Williams Bay, WI. For tickets, visit the website at www.aurora.edu/mbtl, email mbtl@aurora.edu, call 866-843-5200, toll free or 262-245-8501.
21
St Benedict Parish Summer Bazaar, 10am-2pm. Crafts, Annual Quilt Raffle, Handmade Items, Bakery Goods, Jewelry, Luncheon. 137 Dewey Ave. (Hwy. 67), Fontana. For more information call (262) 275-2539 or (262) 325-7560.
22-24
Maxwell Street Days, Downtown Lake Geneva. (262) 248-4416.
Aug. 27-Sept. 1
159th Annual Walworth County Fair, Elkhorn. Carnival, pony rides, petting zoo, live entertainment, livestock exhibition, tractor pulls and demolition derby. 262-723-3228, www.walworthcountyfair.com
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