1. art and entertainment
2. visual art and design
3. art museums and galleries

2014 Manitowoc County Events The dates and information listed here are subject to change. Please call to verify event details.
Coast for a While!
Published by the Manitowoc Area Visitor & Convention Bureau P. O. Box 966 Manitowoc, WI 54221‐0966 www.manitowoc.info
visitmanitowoc@manitowoc.info 1‐800‐627‐4896 920‐686‐3070 Manitowoc-Two Rivers events
Area code is 920.
Special educational opportunities for children and
families available at: Wisconsin Maritime Museum, RahrWest Art Museum, Pinecrest Historical Village, Rogers Street
Fishing Village, Manitowoc Public Library, Lester Public
Library, Lincoln Park Zoo and Woodland Dunes Nature
Center.
Manitowoc County Ice Center
683-4378, manitowoccountyexpo.com/icecenter.htm
Manitowoc Winter Market
553-2198, 836 S 8th St.
Nov 8-May 30; Sat, 9am-2pm
S.S. Badger Car Ferry
800-841-4243, ssbadger.com
2015 PGA-Whistling Straits, Kohler WI
August 10-16, 2015
pga.com/pgachampionship/2015
Manitowoc County Heritage Center and
Pinecrest Historical Village, 684-4445,
manitowoccountyhistory.org
Wisconsin Maritime Museum
684-0218 or 866-724-2356, wisconsinmaritime.org
Rahr-West Art Museum
686-3090, rahrwestartmuseum.org
Adult and Children’s Art classes beginning soon.
Call for times, dates, and fees. Open: Tue-Fri 10 am-4 pm,
Sat-Sun 11 am-4 pm, Closed Mon
Lester Public Library
793-8888, lesterlibrary.org//
Story times, Kids programs, STEAM nights, and movies, call
for dates and times. Open: Mon-Thu 10 am-8 pm, Fri 10 am5:30 pm Sat 10 am-2 pm, Closed Sun
Manitowoc Public Library
686-3000, manitowoclibrary.org
Toddler Time, Story Time, Family Activity Nights, Mon. Moms,
and movies, call for dates and times. Open: Mon-Thu 9 am8 pm, Fri 9 am-6 pm, Sat 9 am-3 pm, Sun 12-4 pm
Lincoln Park Zoo
686-4685, manitowoc.org/lincolnparkzoo
Tours & educational programs are available for families and
groups. Movie nights during the summer. Open: Mon-Sat
7 am-5 pm, Sun 1-5 pm
Manitowoc County Expo
683-4378, manitowoccountyexpo.com
Rummage-a-Rama Dec 13, Feb 14, Mar 14
December 2014
December 2014
1-12
Don Krumpos, UW-Manitowoc Art Gallery.
Free, 683-4700, manitowoc.uwc.edu
1-14
Kryssa Luckow Senior Exhibit, Silver Lake
College, Art wing. 686-6141, sl.edu
1-27
Lights in Lincoln Park, Manitowoc. Fabulous
drive-thru light show with animated displays,
thousands of lights and a 60 foot lit tunnel. Proceeds
go to the Lincoln Park Zoo. Fee charged, Wed-Sat
only, 5-8 pm, Santa, free drinks and cookies every Fri
before Christmas in Cabin, 629-4684,
facebook.com/manitowoczoologicalsociety
1Jan 2
Jaeger Holiday Lights Display! 2123 S. 13th Street,
Manitowoc. Free to view, charity donations Sun-Thur
4:30-10 pm, Fri-Sat 4:30-11 pm,
jaegerholidayhaus.com
1Jan 11
Christmas in the Mansion, Rahr-West Art
Museum. The Vilas-Rahr Mansion is decked out for
the Holidays. A stroll through the mansion can’t help
but put you in the holiday spirit. Free. 686-3090
1Jan 18
John Berthelsen: An American Artist, Rahr-West
Art Museum. Free. 686-3090
1
The dates and information listed here are subject to change. Please call to verify event details.
3
Art21 “Art in the 21st Century” Screening, UW
Manitowoc. Join us in room 218 in Hillside Hall for a
free pre-screening of this hour long PBS show with
discussions to follow. 683-7400,
manitowoc.uwc.edu/arts
5, 6
UW-Manitowoc Lakeshore Wind Ensemble
Festival of Christmas, Capitol Civic Centre, “The
Night Before Christmas” and Celebration, Festival of
Christmas Children’s Choir, and Tom Zalaski as the
narrator. Fee charged, 7:30 pm, 683-2184,
lakeshorewindensemble.org
5-7
6
Christmas Open House and Dealer Discount Sale
Days, I43 JJ Antique Mall, Manitowoc. Join us for
free coffee and popcorn, and browse the great deals
throughout the Mall! 10 am-5 pm, 684-5596
Symphony of Homes, various locations. Tour
beautiful homes decorated for the holidays by
homeowners and florists. Enjoy touring homes that
differ in architecture, age, decorating style. The
homes this year will be located on and around
Lincoln Boulevard in Manitowoc. 10 am-3 pm,
684-3492, manitowocsymphony.org
6
Winter Gala, Agricultural Heritage Farm,
Kewaunee. 800-388-0604, agriculturalheritage.org
6
Christmas in the Village, Downtown Mishicot.
Craft show at Mishicot VFW. Free, 755-2525,
mishicot.org
6
Christmas at Silver Lake, Silver Lake College
Endries Hall. All seven SLC ensembles (instrumental
and choral) will perform at this special holiday event.
7 pm, fee charged, 686-6185, sl.edu
6, 13
20
Christmas at the Clubhouse, CNC Links,
Manitowoc. Join us and enjoy the sights and sounds
of Christmas while you dine! 6 pm, 726-1800,
cnclinks.com/en/
6-7,
12-13
WNPO-North Pole Radio, The Palace of Reifs Mills
Dinner Theatre, Whitelaw. These are fun, family
friendly, original productions that are always
humorous! Special performances for large groups
with reservation. Fee charged, call for more info,
732-3172, palaceofrm.com
6-7,
13-14,
20-21,
27-28
Timm House Christmas Celebration,
1600 Wisconsin Ave. New Holstein. Enjoy the beauty
and sparkle of a winter wonderland. 1st floor is filled
with trees and decorations appropriate for the home.
Fee Charged, 1-4 pm (or by appointment),
920-898-4100, newholsteinhistory.info
December 2014
7
Tour of the Bernard Schwartz House,
3425 Adams St., Two Rivers. Tours of the Frank
Lloyd Wright house last approx. one hour. Space
is limited to 20 people and tends to fill up fast. Fee
charged, 3 pm, reservations at 612-840-7507,
or email michael@theschwartzhouse.com,
theschwartzhouse.com
7
USS Cobia: Nook & Cranny Tours, Wisconsin
Maritime Museum. Take a behind the scenes look
at a WWII submarine. These two to three hour tours
give guests a chance to see areas of the submarine
not seen on normal tours. Over 16 only, extra fee
charged, 1-4 pm, space limited call 684-0218 for
reservations.
9
Herbal Gift Making Class, Woodland Dunes Nature
Center. Herbalist Linda Conroy teaches this hands
on class! Lip balm, felted soap, herbal condiments,
dream pillow, herbal tea blend and herbal massage
oil. All supplies provided. Register and payment by
Dec 3. 6:30 pm, 793-4007, woodlanddunes.org
11
Therapy Dogs, Manitowoc Public Library. Come
out and read to the therapy dogs! 6:30-7:30 pm, free,
686-3000
12
Baileigh Industrial Marquee Series: The
Lettermen Christmas Show, Capitol Civic Centre.
They have entertained and thrilled audiences for
more than 50 years and continue to tour and delight
audiences around the globe. 7:30 pm, fee charged,
683-2184, cccshows.org
13
Saturday Afternoon at the Movies, Manitowoc
Public Library. Join us for a screening of Alpha and
Omega 2 a Howl-iday Adventure. 12:30-1:30 pm,
free, 686-3000
13
Steve March Torme’, Silver Lake College. Join
us for an evening of jazz music with the Silver Lake
College Children’s Choir. 7 pm, fee charged,
683-2184, cccshows.org
13
Christmas on the Farm, Agricultural Heritage Farm,
Kewaunee. Wonderful Czech bakery, Santa, food
and refreshments, 800-388-0604,
agriculturalheritage.org
13
Santa Skate, Rollaire, Manitowoc. Games and
contests, lots of skating with Santa, raffle to win
skates. Each Child will receive a goody bag from
Santa! Sponsored by the Sunrise Optimists club.
Fee charged, discount with non-perishable food
item, 1-3 pm, 684-6446
2
The dates and information listed here are subject to change. Please call to verify event details.
13-14
A Holiday in History, Pinecrest Historical Village.
Celebrate the holiday traditions of the past with sleigh
rides, live holiday music, beautiful decorations and
family activities in our stove-heated buildings. Fee
charged, 11 am-3 pm, 684-4445
14
Holy Family Conservatory of Music Recital,
Franciscan Center for Music Education and
Performance. Join us for a recital featuring the
Entire Conservatory. 1, 3, and 5 pm, 686-6264,
sl.edu
31
December 2014
Glitz & Glam New Year’s Eve Bash, Wisconsin
Maritime Museum. Celebrate the New Year with
music by Advanced Entertainment, dancing, full cash
bar, free appetizers, fun raffles and games, and free
Champaign at midnight. Fee charged, 21 and older,
reservations available, walk-ins may be accepted.
684-0218, wisconsinmaritime.org
January 2015
15Student Work, UW-Manitowoc Art Gallery.
Feb 13 Free, 683-4700, manitowoc.uwc.edu
1Student Art Exhibit, UW-Manitowoc Founders Hall
Feb 13 Gallery, 8 am-4:30 pm, 682-4700,
uwmanitowoc.uwc.edu
19-21
17
Lakeshore Wind Ensemble & Big Band Pops,
Capitol Civic Centre. Fee charged, 7:30 pm,
683-2184, lakeshorewindensemble.org
17, 24
USS Cobia: Nook & Cranny Tours, Wisconsin
Maritime Museum. Take a behind the scenes look
at a WWII submarine. These two to three hour tours
give guests a chance to see areas of the submarine
not seen on normal tours. Over 16 only, extra fee
charged, 9 am-12 pm, space limited call 684-0218
for reservations.
18
Holy Family Conservatory of Music Recital,
Franciscan Center for Music Education and
Performance. Join us for a recital featuring the
Entire Conservatory. 2 pm, 686-6264, sl.edu
20
The Nutcracker: Jean Wolfmeyer School of
Dance, Capitol Civic Centre. It's the 39th Annual
holiday spectacular... The Nutcracker! Don't miss this
beautifully costumed and stunningly performed
Lakeshore holiday tradition. It's not quite Christmas,
until The Nutcracker takes the Capitol stage! Fri 7:30
pm, Sat and Sun 3:30 pm, fee charged, 683-2184,
cccshows.org
Visit with Santa, Manitowoc Public Library. Be sure
to bring your list and your camera when you visit
with Santa at the library. To make you wait more
pleasant, numbers will be handed out at the door
and activities will be available. Free, 10-11 am,
686-3000
20
Tis The Season! Silver Lake College. Kaleidoscope
Dance Studio performance, 1pm & 5pm, 660-5646
20
USS Cobia: Nook & Cranny Tours, Wisconsin
Maritime Museum. Take a behind the scenes look
at a WWII submarine. These two to three hour tours
give guests a chance to see areas of the submarine
not seen on normal tours. Over 16 only, extra fee
charged, 9 am-12 pm, space limited call 684-0218
for reservations.
26-27
27
Clipper City Model Railroad Club Open House,
Manitowoc County Expo Grounds, Iron Horse Barn.
5 scales of model railroads displayed. Huge new GScale Layout! Small fee charged, Fri 3-7 pm, Sat
11 am-4 pm, 684-5833,
clippercitymodelrailroadclub.org/
Christmas Bird Count for Kids, Woodland Dunes
Nature Center. Learn birding basics then enjoy a
friendly morning counting birds for the National
Audubon Society. Kids 8-16 only. Kids 4-7 can join us
for Budding Birders while the older kids are on the
trail. Adult required, register by Dec 20. 793-4007,
jessicaj@woodlanddunes.org
19Scott Edwards, Silver Lake College, Gallery 117.
Feb 19 Black and white photography will be presented.
Free 686-6141, sl.edu
21
Concert Classics, Silver Lake College Endries Hall.
SLC Wind Ensemble will perform songs by wellknown composers of wind band repertoire. 7 pm, fee
charged, 686-6185
24
Candlelight Ski & Hike, Point Beach State Forest,
Fee charged 5-10 p.m., 794-7480,
www.friendsofpointbeachsf.org/
24
Second City Hits Home, Capitol Civic Centre.
Chicago’s legendary sketch and improv comedy
theater returns with a new show featuring hilarious
sketches, songs, and improvisation about Wisconsin,
Packerland, and the Lakeshore. 7:30 pm, 683-2184,
cccshows.org
24
Discovering Grimms: Hungry for History Series,
Manitowoc County Heritage Center. Discover the
answers to your questions and much more during a
special look at the community of Grimms with Ed
Prigge. Catered meal to follow program. Registration
required, fee charged, 5 pm, 684-4445
3
The dates and information listed here are subject to change. Please call to verify event details.
25
Train and Tractor Family Sunday, Point Beach
Energy Center, Two Rivers. See the largest train
display ever by the N.E.W. “O” Gaugers. See new
farm and train displays and old favorites. Also, farm
toy and train sellers. Children’s play area with trains
and tractors. 11 am-4 pm, free, 755-6400
25
SLC Artist Music Series: Cynthia Lawrence &
Mark Calkins, Silver Lake College. This tenor and
Metropolitan Opera soprano have entertained around
the globe. 3 pm, fee charged, 686-6185
14
MSO: A Fine Romance, Capitol Civic Centre. Treat
your special someone with an evening of the world’s
most romantic music performed by the Manitowoc
Symphony Orchestra. From the opera house to
Broadway. 7:30 pm, 683-2184, cccshows.org
14 Antique Appraisal Day, New Holstein Community
Center, Kiwanis Park. Fee charged 9 am-3 pm,
948-7748, newholsteinhistory.info
15
SLC Artist Music Series: Isthmus Brass Quintet
with Percussion, Silver Lake College. Celebrating
its fifth anniversary, the group showcases Wisconsinbased musicians. 3 pm, fee charged, 686-6185
21
Celebrating Sinatra, Capitol Civic Centre. Join the
Nelson Riddle Orchestra & Bryan Anthony in a
celebration of the centennial birthday of Frank
Sinatra. Fee charged, 7:30 pm, 683-2184,
cccshows.org
21
Mishicot Winterfest, Mishicot Village Park. A day of
family fun in the snow. Featuring snowsculpture,
Giant Jenga and Human Foosball competition and
Snowshoe Baseball! All day, 755-3411
21
Hearts a Fire Chili Cook-off, J.E. Hamilton
Community House, Two Rivers. Watch contestants
cook up their favorite chili and sample the results
during this fun competition. Fee charged, 9 am-2 pm,
794-1482, tworiversmainstreet.com/chili
21
Manitowoc Jaycees Beer Lover’s Brewfest,
Manitowoc County Expo. Fun evening with a
chance to sample over 30 beers from around
Wisconsin. Advanced tickets only, 5-9 pm, 758-5292,
manitowocjaycees.org/
21
Concert Classics, Silver Lake College Endries Hall.
SLC Wind Ensemble will perform songs by wellknown composers of wind band repertoire. 7 pm, fee
charged, 686-6185, sl.edu
21
Local Look at Vietnam: Hungry for History Series,
Manitowoc County Heritage Center. Join members of
local veterans group as we recount the days of the
Vietnam War and the sacrifices made by local men
and women. Catered meal to follow program.
Registration required, fee charged, 12 pm, 684-4445
21
USS Cobia: Nook & Cranny Tours, Wisconsin
Maritime Museum. Take a behind the scenes look
at a WWII submarine. These two to three hour tours
give guests a chance to see areas of the submarine
not seen on normal tours. Over 16 only, extra fee
charged, 9 am-12 pm, space limited call 684-0218 for
reservations.
30Matthew Bindert, UW-Manitowoc Art Gallery.
Feb 20 Free, 683-4700, manitowoc.uwc.edu
31
Winterfest, Manitowoc County Expo. Events to
include: Snowmobile and ATV radar runs, Vintage
Snowmobile Endurance Racing, youth oval racing,
Indoor Vintage Snowmobile Show, Swap Meet, Food
and Refreshments available. 8 am-6 pm, fee charged
at the gate. 629-4286
February 2015
7
7
7
8
12
Candlelight Night, Woodland Dunes Nature Center.
Enjoy an evening stroll along a candlelit trail and then
warm up with live music and beverages inside the
nature center. Snowshoes available for use and
baked goods available for purchase. Fee charged,
6:30-8:30 pm, 793-4007, woodlanddunes.org
Victorian Tea, Manitowoc County Heritage Center.
Advanced registration required, Fee charged, 1-3 pm,
684-4445
Girl Scout Brownies Love Water Day, Wisconsin
Maritime Museum. Discover the wonders of water!
This will help you get your “Love Water” Award
requirements. Space limited to 40 Brownies.
9:30 am-noon or 1-3:30 pm, 684-0218 and ask for
Karen. 866-724-2356
USS Cobia: Nook & Cranny Tours, Wisconsin
Maritime Museum. Take a behind the scenes look
at a WWII submarine. These two to three hour tours
give guests a chance to see areas of the submarine
not seen on normal tours. Over 16 only, extra fee
charged, 1-4 pm, space limited call 684-0218 for
reservations.
Tunes to Love, Silver Lake College Endries Hall.
All seven SLC Jazz Ensembles will be joined by the
Voice Studio valentine’s celebration. 7 pm, fee
charged, 686-6185
December 2014
4
The dates and information listed here are subject to change. Please call to verify event details.
21Mar 6
Prints from “24 Hours of Art-2015”, UW-Manitowoc
Art Gallery. Free, 683-4700, manitowoc.uwc.edu
22
Holy Family Conservatory of Music Recital,
Franciscan Center for Music Education and
Performance. Join us for a recital featuring the
Entire Conservatory. 2 pm, 686-6264, sl.edu
25Lynn Gilchrist, Silver Lake College, Art Wing.
Mar 25 Sturgeon Bay painter will present her work. Free
686-6141, sl.edu
25Donald Taylor: Art Retrospective, Silver Lake
Mar 25 College, Gallery 117. Director of art galleries and
curator emeritus and former professor at S. Norbert
College, will hold a Mini Retrospect of his work.
Free, 686-6141, sl.edu
26-28
The Miracle Worker, Capitol Civic Centre. Join us
for the Masquers presentation of this emotional story
about Annie Sullivan and her student Helen Keller.
Fee charged, 7:30 pm, 683-2184, cccshows.org
7, 8
Maple Syrup Pancake Breakfast, Meuer Farm,
Chilton. Join us for a farm pancake breakfast. Then
take the tram to watch how we make our own syrup!
Fresh made syrup and kettle corn are available.
10 am-3 pm, 920-418-2676, meuerfarm.com/
8
Atlantic Wave, Silver Lake College Franciscan
Center. Tickets available from the box office only.
Fee charged, 3 pm, 686-6424, cccshows.org
12
Student Adventure Show: Laura Ingalls Wilder,
Capitol Civic Centre. 1 hour show. Tickets available
from the box office only. Please call for times,
686-6424, cccshows.org
13
St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Fireworks, Downtown
Manitowoc. Put on your green and follow the rainbow
Downtown for this yearly tradition. Then walk over to
the 8th St. Bridge for fireworks. Free,
6:30 pm
13-15
Irish Family Reunion, The Palace of Reifs Mills
Dinner Theatre, Whitelaw. These are fun, family
friendly, original productions that are always
humorous! Special performances for large groups
with reservation. Fee charged, call for more info,
732-3172, palaceofrm.com
14
USS Cobia: Nook & Cranny Tours, Wisconsin
Maritime Museum. Take a behind the scenes look
at a WWII submarine. These two to three hour tours
give guests a chance to see areas of the submarine
not seen on normal tours. Over 16 only, extra fee
charged, 9 am-12 pm, space limited call 684-0218
for reservations.
15
SLC Artist Music Series Wingra Woodwind
Quintet, Silver Lake College. Join us for great
entertainment performed by great artists. 3 pm,
fee charged, 683-2184, cccshows.org
15July 4
Student Work, UW-Manitowoc Art Gallery. Free,
683-4700, manitowoc.uwc.edu
20 Great TRivia Contest, J.E. Community House,
Two Rivers. Teams of 8-10 compete against each
other in nine rounds of trivia from music to movies,
TV to sports and everything in between. Costumes
welcome, snacks provided, and cash bar available.
Fee charged, 6-10 pm, 794-1482,
tworiversmainstreet.com/trivia
21
War, Water and Politics: Hungry for History
Series, Manitowoc County Heritage Center. Discover
the rich story of MPU's beginnings, how it helped
sustain the community during the Great Depression,
and how it rose during the post-war years. Catered
meal to follow program. Registration required, fee
charged, 5 pm, 684-4445
March 2015
TBA
Youth Art Month: Manitowoc Public Schools,
Rahr-West Art Museum, Tues-Fri 10 am-4 pm, Sat
and Sun 11 am-4 pm, 686-3090
1
Holy Family Conservatory of Music Recital,
Franciscan Center for Music Education and
Performance. Join us for a recital featuring the
Entire Conservatory. 2 pm, 686-6264, sl.edu
1
USS Cobia: Nook & Cranny Tours, Wisconsin
Maritime Museum. Take a behind the scenes look
at a WWII submarine. These two to three hour tours
give guests a chance to see areas of the submarine
not seen on normal tours. Over 16 only, extra fee
charged, 1-4 pm, space limited call 684-0218 for
reservations.
6-8
2015 Ice Show, Manitowoc County Ice Center.
Details TBA. Fee charged Fri and Sat 7 pm, Sat and
Sun 2 pm, 684-8496, manitowoccountyfsc.org/
6Apr 3
Pete Railand, UW-Manitowoc Art Gallery. Free,
683-4700, manitowoc.uwc.edu
7
The Winds of March: UW-Manitowoc Lakeshore
Wind Ensemble, Capitol Civic Centre. Community
Service Award Presentation, and wonderful music.
Fee charged, 7:30 pm, 683-2184,
lakeshorewindensemble.org
December 2014
5
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22
26-28
27, 28
Aurora Health Care Two Rivers Races, Two Rivers
High School. Join us for a 10 mile run, a 3-person
relay, and a 2 mile run/walk. Flat, fast, and scenic
USATF Course, Bib Chip Timing, Technical Shirts,
Quality Awards, Music, and Post-race refreshments.
8 am-11 pm, 553-2504, tworivers10mile.com
The Lakeshore Passion Play, Capitol Civic Centre.
2015 is our 30th season! A portrayal of the life,
ministry, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Thur
and Fri at 7 pm, and Sat at 2 pm. Fee charged,
792-1292, lakeshorepassionplay.com/
Murder Mystery, von Stiehl Winery, Algoma. You will
participate in solving a murder mystery while enjoying
a three course dinner accompanied by von Stiehl
wine. Reservations required, fee charged, 5:309:30 pm, 800-955-5208, vonstiehl.com/events
19, 26
Holy Family Conservatory of Music Recital,
Franciscan Center for Music Education and
Performance. 2 pm, 686-6264, sl.edu
24
Young at Heart, Silver Lake College Endries Hall.
SLC instrumental ensembles will bring out the youth
in everyone in their final performance of the season.
7 pm, fee charged, 686-6185, sl.edu
24
Baileigh Industrial Marquee Series: An Evening
with Rita Rudner, Capitol Civic Centre. One of the
country’s top comedians and a NY Times bestselling
author. A favorite in Las Vegas, known for her oneliners. 7:30 pm, fee charged, 683-2184,
cccshows.org
24-26
Rocking Reifs Mills, The Palace of Reifs Mills
Dinner Theatre, Whitelaw. These are fun, family
friendly, original productions that are always
humorous! Special performances for large groups
with reservation. Fee charged, call for more info,
732-3172, palaceofrm.com
25 Dash at the Dunes, Woodland Dunes Nature
Center. A gorgeous 5K trail run through the
Woodland Dunes preserve, Fee charged, starts
at 10 am, 793-4007, woodlanddunes.org
26
Holy Family Conservatory KMEA Honors Music
Recital, Silver Lake College. 2 pm, fee charged, 6866264, sl.edu
26
Animals and the Environment, Point Beach Energy
Center, Two Rivers. Celebrate Earth Day by hugging
a hedgehog or chilling with a chinchilla. Or just
partake in programs about these animals and more!
Woodland Dunes naturalists will explain it all. You
can also make a bird feeder. Free, 11 am-4 pm,
800-880-8463
30May 9
Heart-a-Rama, J.E. Hamilton Community House,
Two Rivers. Take a little Vaudeville, some song and
dance, add a bit of homespun humor and mix it all
together for a night of skits, musical numbers and
down home fun. In support of the American Heart
Association. Call for show times and fees, 794-1482
31Randy Gruenweller: Art Exhibit, Silver Lake
May 25 College, Gallery 117. Silver Lake College student
Randy Gruenweller will showcase his Senior Exhibit.
Free, 686-6141, sl.edu
April 2015
1
Ernest Beutel: Paintings, Silver Lake College, Art
May 25 Wing. Sturgeon Bay painter and former student will
present his work. Free 686-6141, sl.edu
6May 8
Katie Reis, UW-Manitowoc Art Gallery. Free,
683-4700, manitowoc.uwc.edu
11
Lakeshore Big Band, Capitol Civic Centre.
Fee charged, 7:30, 683-2184,
lakeshorewindensemble.org
11
Starlit Night SLC Scholarship Gala, Franciscan
Music Center. Five course meal paired with wines,
silent auction, live auction, live entertainment, student
performances and so much more! 5:30-9 pm,
686-6173, sl.edu
18
18
Vintage Gardens: Hungry for History Series,
Manitowoc County Heritage Center. Marcia
Carmichael, author of Putting Down Roots:
Gardening Insights form Wisconsin's Early Settlers,
will shares insights on the rich ethnic diversity of our
early setters, their treasured plants, and their favorite
gardening traditions. Catered meal to follow program.
Registration required, fee charged, 12 pm, 684-4445
Stradivarius Summit: Garth Neustadter, Capitol
Civic Centre. Selections from the Emmy awardwinning television score and brand new piece
commissioned by the MSO. With Violinist Andrew
Dunlap. 7:30 pm, fee charged, 683-2184,
cccshows.org
December 2014
May 2015
TBA
S.S. Badger Carferry sailing season begins.
Fee charged, 800-841-4243, ssbadger.com
TBA
Youth Art Month: St Francis of Assisi School,
Rahr-West Art Museum, Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.,
Sat. and Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 686-3090
6
The dates and information listed here are subject to change. Please call to verify event details.
1
Pinecrest Historical Village opens for the season,
Fee charged, 9 am-4 pm, 684-4445,
manitowoccountyhistory.org
2
Homegrown Heritage Breakfast, Pinecrest
Historical Village. Enjoy a delicious breakfast
featuring locally produced foods, live music and a
complimentary tour. Fee charged, 8-11 am, 684-4445
2
2, 3
7-9
An American Salute: UW-Manitowoc Lakeshore
Wind Ensemble, Capitol Civic Centre. Fee charged,
7:30 pm, 683-2184, lakeshorewindensemble.org
Horse-A-Rama, Manitowoc County Expo.
Educational fund raiser featuring clinics and
presentations, marketplace vendors, food, pony rides
and horse drawn wagon rides, drill team
performances, parade of breeds. Involves over
150 horses. Funds raised go directly into building
and maintaining the equine facilities at Manitowoc
County Expo. Sat 8 am-6 pm, Sun 8 am-4 pm,
323-7394, horse-a-rama.org/
The Addams Family, Capitol Civic Centre.
A magnificently macabre new musical comedy
presented by the Masquers. Fee charged 7:30 pm,
683-2184, cccshows.org
7-9
Alice in Dairyland 2015 Finals, Silver Lake College.
Alice is the Marketing Ambassador for the Dept of
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. See
the finale at 7 pm on Sat. 686-6141,
aliceindairyland.com/news/
15-17
39th
Annual Midwestern Model Ships & Boats
Contest and Display, Wisconsin Maritime Museum.
Modelers from throughout the US will fill the
museum’s Riverview Room with exquisite models of
great ships. 684-0218
12Jul 4
Spring Student Work Exhibit, UW-Manitowoc Art
Gallery. 683-4700, manitowoc.uwc.edu
16, 17
Kaleidoscope Dance Studio Recital, Capitol Civic
Centre. Sat 1 and 6 pm, Sun 1 pm. 660-5646,
cccshows.org
17
17
Cave Tours, Cherney Maribel Caves County Park.
Tour caverns that are usually full of water! Every 3rd
Sun from May-Sept and the 2nd Sun in Oct, we will
be hosting tours from 10 am-3 pm, 860-6123,
maribelcaves.com/
Holy Family Conservatory of Music Recital,
Franciscan Center for Music Education and
Performance. Join us for a recital featuring the
Entire Conservatory. 2 pm, 686-6264, sl.edu
December 2014
21
Farm Flavors Farm Dinner Series, Meuer Farm,
Chilton. Guest chefs from various local restaurants
create a 4-5 course meal on the farm using at least 3
ingredients grown on our farm. Cash bar at 5 pm, and
an educational farm activity follows dinner. 5-9 pm,
fee charged, 920-418-2676, meuerfarm.com/
25
Rogers Street Fishing Village and Coastguard
Museum opens for the season! 793-5905
25
Old Fashioned Pie and Ice Cream Social,
Manitowoc County Heritage Center. Watch
the parade and stop in for homemade pies,
ice cream and refreshments. Fee charged,
9-11 am, 684-4445
25
Memorial Day Parade, Downtown Manitowoc to
Evergreen Cemetery. Help us remember those who
fought for us. 9 am
25
Memorial Day Parade and Program, Downtown
Two Rivers. 9 am,
tworiverseconomicdevelopment.org/tour.htm
25
Memorial Day Parade and Program, Downtown
Mishicot. 12 pm, 755-3411, mishicot.org
31
LondonDairy Alpaca Odyssey, 6827 Hwy 147, Two
Rivers. Bring the whole family out to an enchanting
day at an alpaca farm. Free, 10 am-3 pm, 793-4165,
www.londondairyalpacas.com
June 2015
TBA
S.S. Badger Carferry double sailing season begins.
Fee charged, 800-841-4243, ssbadger.com
6-7
Wisconsin Carp Championship, Two Rivers.
Come to Carp Town USA, and experience a catch
and release fishing tournament from the shoreline
on the banks of the East and West Twin Rivers.
Sat 9 am-7 pm, Sun 7 am-5 pm. Last year over
10,500 lbs. of fish were caught. 794-1351,
sites.google.com/site/wicarpchamps/
6-7
Carp Fest, Central Park, Two Rivers. 794-5905,
trba.info
7
Open House and Breakfast in the Forest, Point
Beach State Forest, Two Rivers. Breakfast from
8-11 am. Free admission to the park, fee for
breakfast, 794-7480, friendsofpointbeachsf.org
9
Grande Mariner Cruise Ship Docks, Wisconsin
Maritime Museum. 8 am-6 pm
7
The dates and information listed here are subject to change. Please call to verify event details.
December 2014
12
District 10 Holstein Association Show, Manitowoc
County Expo. Spend the day at the cattle show! Have
fun watching the judging and learning about farming.
Call 905-3803 for more details.
21
Holy Family Conservatory of Music Recital,
Franciscan Center for Music Education and
Performance. Join us for a recital featuring the
Entire Conservatory. 2 pm, 686-6264, sl.edu
13
25th Annual Manitowoc Garden Fair, Washington
Park, Manitowoc. Gardener’s paradise! Featuring
annuals, perennials, herbs, garden art, fine crafts,
antiques, statuary, furniture and food. Rain or shine,
free, 10 am-3:30 pm. 682-2050
21
Cave Tours, Cherney Maribel Caves County Park.
Tour caverns that are usually full of water! Every 3rd
Sun from May-Sept and the 2nd Sun in Oct, we will
be hosting tours from 10 am-3 pm, 860-6123,
maribelcaves.com/
13
Manitowoc Zoo Summer Kick-off, Lincoln
Park Zoo, Manitowoc. Enjoy animal education,
entertainment, crafts, concessions and zoo fun
at this family event. Free, 11 am-4 pm, 686-4685
25
13
Alpaca Adventure Day, Country Memories Farm,
Manitowoc Find out why alpacas are such fun.
Games and snacks. Rain or Shine. Free, 10 am3 pm, 758-9196, countrymemoriesfarm.com
Ice Cream Sundae Thursday, Downtown Two
Rivers. Help us celebrate the Birth of The Ice Cream
Sundae at this annual event that includes a kids
Sundae eating contest, 25¢ Sundaes 5:30-7:30 pm,
and a free concert in the park! 5:30-8:30 pm,
793-5590, tworiverseconomicdevelopment.org
26
Cool City Classic Car Cruise from UW-Manitowoc
to Downtown Two Rivers. Check out all the classic
and antique cars during this annual parade. Last
years lasted about an hour and there were about 400
cars participating. Free, sign up at 4 pm, cruise starts
at 6 pm. Entertainment, food and refreshments at the
end of the cruise. 6 pm- 9 pm, 794-1482,
tworiversmainstreet.com
27
Cool City Classic Car Show, Downtown Two
Rivers. Nearly 300 beautiful classic cars will be
parked along 6 blocks downtown, entertainment
and food booths make this a fun family activity. Free
admission to view; fee to show vehicles, 9 am-4 pm,
794-1482, tworiversmainstreet.com/car show
27-29
Reifs Mills Holler-RFD, The Palace of Reifs Mills
Dinner Theatre, Whitelaw. These are fun, family
friendly, original productions that are always
humorous! Special performances for large groups
with reservation. Fee charged, call for more info,
732-3172, palaceofrm.com
14
Founder’s Day, Pinecrest Historical Village.
Discover the rich beginning of Northeast WI with
traditions from various ethnic groups. Fee charged,
12-4 pm, 684-4445, manitowoccountyhistory.org
14
HFM Maritime Marathon, UW-Manitowoc to Port
Sandy Bay and back. Flat and fast Marathon along
Lake Michigan. 7 am-1 pm, 242-0899, fee charged,
maritiimemarathon.org
14
18
Manitowoc County Breakfast on the Farm,
Location TBA. June Dairy Breakfast on a Manitowoc
County Dairy Farm. Great breakfast, farm tour and
meet the Dairy cows. 8 am-12 pm, 683-4168
Farm Flavors Farm Dinner Series, Meuer Farm,
Chilton. Guest chefs from various local restaurants
create a 4-5 course meal on the farm using at least
3 ingredients grown on our farm. Cash bar at 5 pm,
and an educational farm activity follows dinner. 5-9
pm, fee charged, 418-2676, meuerfarm.com/
19
Just Desserts, von Stiehl Winery, Algoma. Join us
for an all you can eat desert buffet. Your entrance fee
gets you the buffet, a glass of wine and shopping at a
discount. 6:30-8:30 pm, 487-5208 vonStiehl.com
19-20
Metro Jam, Washington Park, Manitowoc. The
premiere summer live music event! Presenting live
entertainment to the lakeshore for 37 years. Free, Fri
5:30-9:30 pm, Sat 12-10 pm, 683-5980, metrojam.org
20
Wine and Beer Festival, von Stiehl Winery, Algoma.
Join this lively but relaxed crowd. 10 am-6 pm, 4875208, vonStiehl.com
July 2015
TBA
Two Rivers Fish Derby and Festival, Walsh Field,
794-8813,
tworiverseconomicdevelopment.org/tour.htm
TBA
Submarine Fest, Wisconsin Maritime Museum. Look
for fun events all month! Details coming.
866-724-2356
3-5
NEWGLSF Salmon Derby, Manitowoc Marina.
12 am-4 pm, 684-3871, newglsf.org/
4
Two Rivers 4th of July Celebration, Walsh Field.
Flag Raising Ceremony 7:20 pm, TR Municipal Band
7:30 pm, Sponsor Appreciation 8:30 pm, Patriotic
Sing-a-long 8:50 pm, fireworks at 9:30 pm (dusk),
793-5590, two-rivers.org
8
The dates and information listed here are subject to change. Please call to verify event details.
December 2014
4
Fourth on the Shore: Manitowoc 4th of July
Celebration. Manitowoc lakeside. More information
to come. 683-4530,
manitowoc.org/index.aspx?NID=1205
19
Holy Family Conservatory of Music Recital,
Franciscan Center for Music Education and
Performance. Join us for a recital featuring the
Entire Conservatory. 2 pm, 686-6264, sl.edu
10-12
Silver Cup XV PDGA Super Tour Disc Golf
Tournament, Silver Creek & Cato Falls, & Rollin’
Ridge Disc Golf Course, Manitowoc. Follow the pros
on 3 championship courses with spectator guides,
events, games, food, beverages and disc golf clinics.
Free and open to the public, 689-9997,
silvercupdiscgolf.com
23-26
Riverfest, Mishicot Village Park. Join us for days full
of fun during this annual event. Tractor pulls, rides,
food, entertainment and more. Free, 755-3411,
mishicot.org
24-25
Relay for Life, Two Rivers High School. 6 pm-10 am,
323-3017, main.acsevents.org/
Krazy Daze, Downtown Manitowoc. The annual
day for hot summer deals with open-air shopping
on the downtown sidewalks, food and drink, family
entertainment & games, horse and buggy rides
through the district and more! 8 am-4 pm
26
Lakeshore Wind Ensemble, “Music under the
Stars,” Two Rivers Central Park. Free, 7 pm,
lakeshorewindensemble.org
31Aug 2
Lakeshore Weekend, Manitowoc Lakefront, Benefit
for Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, music, games,
raffles, pancake breakfast, food booths, and fun
activities, 683-0202, lakeshoreweekend.org
11
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18-19
19 Farm Flavors Farm Dinner Series, Meuer Farm,
Chilton. Guest chefs from various local restaurants
create a 4-5 course meal on the farm using at least 3
ingredients grown on our farm. Cash bar at 5 pm, and
an educational farm activity follows dinner. 5-9 pm,
fee charged, 920-418-2676, meuerfarm.com/
Acoustic Fest, Washington Park, Manitowoc.
Wonderful acoustic music in a lovely park setting.
11 am-9 pm, acousticfest.com
Farm, Park and Picnic Day, Country Memories
Farm, Manitowoc Help celebrate National Park month
and National Picnic month. Bring your picnic or just
feed the alpacas. Snacks and beverages provided.
Rain or Shine. Free, 10 am-3 pm, 758-9196,
countrymemoriesfarm.com
WWI Encampment, Pinecrest Historical Village.
Experience life in a WWI training camp. Learn about
the equipment, weapons, uniforms, and gear, and
participate in training activities. Fee charged, 10 am4 pm. 684-4445
Scenic Shore 150 Bike Tour, UW-Manitowoc.
Annual bike ride for all ages and abilities, to support
the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Sat, riders head
N. from Mequon to Manitowoc, where they will spend
the night, then Sun they will ride to Door County.
262-785-4272, www.scenicshore150.org
Cave Tours, Cherney Maribel Caves County Park.
Tour caverns that are usually full of water! Every 3rd
Sun from May-Sept and the 2nd Sun in Oct, we will
be hosting tours from 10 am-3 pm, 860-6123,
maribelcaves.com/
August 2015
TBA
7 Manitowoc County Artists, Rahr-West Art Museum,
Tue-Fri 10 am-4 pm, Sat and Sun 11 am-4 pm,
686-3090
Community Care Day, Two Rivers. Provides
an opportunity for residents and visitors to have
a closer look at the groups and organizations that
provide health, safety and services to our community,
9 am-5 pm, 794-1482, tworiversmainstreet.com
7
Maxwell Street Day and Ping Pong Ball Drop,
Downtown Two Rivers. Visit merchants’ downtown
for great buys, and grab a Ping Pong Ball for even
more savings, 794-1482, trba.info/ 7-8
Rogers Street Days, Rogers Street Fishing Village,
Two Rivers. A museum fundraiser and community
celebration featuring live music, smelt fry, burgers,
brats, beverages, crawfish, kayak parade and games
for kids. Fri 5-10 pm, Sat 12-10 pm, 793-5905,
rogersstreet.com
7-9
Speakeasy-Bugsy’s Hideout, The Palace of Reifs
Mills Dinner Theatre, Whitelaw. These are fun, family
friendly, original productions that are always
humorous! Special performances for large groups
with reservation. Fee charged, call for more info,
732-3172, palaceofrm.com
8
Sand Sculpture Contest, Point Beach State Forest.
Enjoy this family event building a creative sand
sculpture on the shores of Lake Michigan. Prizes
awarded for various categories. Free, 10 am-1 pm
794-7480, friendsofpointbeachsf.org
9
The dates and information listed here are subject to change. Please call to verify event details.
8
Lakeshore Knights Car Show, Walsh Field, Two
Rivers. Three Trophies for each category, free
registration for car owners, concessions and fun!
All proceeds benefit the Manitowoc County Special
Olympics. 553-3097, lakehsoreknitscarclub.com
8-9
Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show, Pinecrest Historical
Village. Complete with wild-and-wooly cowboys and
cowgirls, trick riding, roping and shooting.
Demonstrations and activities throughout the day.
Main show at 1 pm. 10 am-4 pm, 684-4445,
manitowoccountyhistory.org
9
Grande Mariner Cruise Ship Docks, Wisconsin
Maritime Museum. 8 am-6 pm
10-16
2015 PGA- Whistling Straights, N8501 County
Road LS, Sheboygan. World Class golf classic
played in our own backyard.
pga.com/pgachampionship/2015
16
Cave Tours, Cherney Maribel Caves County Park.
Tour caverns that are usually full of water! Every 3rd
Sun from May-Sept and the 2nd Sun in Oct, we will
be hosting tours from 10 am-3 pm, 860-6123,
maribelcaves.com/
17-18,
26-27
Grande Mariner Cruise Ship Docks, Wisconsin
Maritime Museum. 4:30 pm-4 am
20
Farm Flavors Farm Dinner Series, Meuer Farm,
Chilton. Guest chefs from various local restaurants
create a 4-5 course meal on the farm using at least 3
ingredients grown on our farm. Cash bar at 5 pm, and
an educational farm activity follows dinner. 5-9 pm,
fee charged, 418-2676, meuerfarm.com/
25-30
2014 Manitowoc County Fair, Manitowoc County
Expo. Ag exhibits, youth exhibits, displays, rides,
musical entertainment, and food make this year's
county fair a “don't miss” family event. Fee
charged, 683-4378
5-6
Kites Over Lake Michigan, Neshotah Beach,
Two Rivers. The largest Kite Festival in the Midwest.
Fun festival for everyone, featuring huge show kites
flying over the lake, banners along the beach, kite
demos, events for the kids. Sat night kite fly and Sky
Lanterns. Free, Sat 11 am-10 pm, Sun
11 am-4 pm, 793-9599, uniqueflyingobjects.com
11-12
Wet Whistle Wine Festival, von Stiehl Winery,
Algoma. Be prepared for anything at this event.
Costumes welcome, purple feet optional. Fee
charged, Fri 4-8 pm, Sat 10 am-6 pm, 955-5208,
vonstiehl.com
11Nov 1
Meuer Farm Corn Maze, Meuer Farm, Chilton.
Amazing 10 acre corn maze, hayrides, farm activity
area, farm animals, food, country store and a pick
your own pumpkin patch. Night time maze fun too.
Fee charged, 418-2676, meuerfarm.com/
12
Sputnikfest, Rahr-West Art Museum. This quirky
festival commemorates the piece of space debris
from Russian Sputnik IV that landed here in
Manitowoc on Sept 6, 1962. Festivities include
family activities, costume contest, Miss Space Debris
Pageant, food, juried art fair, entertainment and lot
more spacey fun! Free, 686-3090,
sputnikfest.blogspot.com/
12
Lobsterfest, Washington Park, Manitowoc. Join
us for a traditional “Live” Maine Lobster dinner. Live
entertainment, 50/50 cash raffles every hour, theme
table competitions and non-lobster food served all
evening along with your favorite beverages. 4-9 pm,
758-9196, RotaryLobsterFest.org.
12-13
Rural Life Days: Tractor Show and Thresheree,
Pinecrest Historical Village. Presented in partnership
with the Mid-Lakes Rustic Iron Club, discover what
life was like during our community’s early years with
live field demos, steam engines, farm tractors, and
various activities in 25 historic buildings. Fee
charged, 9 am-4 pm, 684-4445. Midlakesrusticiron.org
17
Farm Flavors Farm Dinner Series, Meuer Farm,
Chilton. Guest chefs from various local restaurants
create a 4-5 course meal on the farm using at least 3
ingredients grown on our farm. Cash bar at 5 pm, and
an educational farm activity follows dinner. 5-9 pm,
fee charged, 418-2676, meuerfarm.com/
19
Kurtz’s Oktoberfest, Downtown Two Rivers. 11 am8 pm, 793-1222
September 2015
TBA
Smithsonian Museum Day, Wisconsin Maritime
Museum. 9 am-5 pm, 866-724-2356
TBA
Water’s Edge Painters, Rahr-West Art Museum.
Mon.-Fri. 10 am-4 pm, Sat and Sun 11 am-4 pm,
686-3090
4-5,
Grande Mariner Cruise Ship Docks, Wisconsin
Maritime Museum. 4:30 pm-4 am
December 2014
10
The dates and information listed here are subject to change. Please call to verify event details.
December 2014
19
Ethnic Fest, Downtown Two Rivers. Come for the
music and dancing, stay for the food, and shopping
at the many vendors selling items from every
continent. Parade, food, live entertainment, free,
9 am-5 pm, 794-1482, tworiversmainstreet.com
3
Art on the Lakeshore, Manitowoc YMCA. Formerly
known as Art in the Park, this Sunrise Optimists
event is for kids 4-12 years old offers craft activities
including pumpkin decorating, face painting, spinner
art and more. Free, 10 am-2 pm, 684-6446
20
Cave Tours, Cherney Maribel Caves County Park.
Tour caverns that are usually full of water! Every 3rd
Sun from May-Sept and the 2nd Sun in Oct, we will
be hosting tours from 10 am-3 pm, 860-6123,
maribelcaves.com/
10
Applefest, Two Rivers Central Park and J.E.
Hamilton Community House. Come celebrate
everything apple with fresh apples, caramel apples,
arts and crafts, Entertainment and more! 9 am-5 pm,
755-2775, tworiverseconomicdevelopment.org/
26
National Alpaca Farm Day, Country Memories
Farm, Manitowoc. Bring your family and learn about
alpacas. Games, snacks, and fun. Rain or Shine.
Free, 10 am-3 pm, 758-9196,
countrymemoriesfarm.com
11
Cave Tours, Cherney Maribel Caves County Park.
Tour caverns that are usually full of water! Every 3rd
Sun from May-Sept and the 2nd Sun in Oct, we will
be hosting tours from 10 am-3 pm, 860-6123,
maribelcaves.com/
16-18
Oktoberfest, The Palace of Reifs Mills
Dinner Theatre, Whitelaw. These are fun, family
friendly, original productions that are always
humorous! Special performances for large groups
with reservation. Fee charged, call for more info,
732-3172, palaceofrm.com
17
Pumpkinfest, Downtown Mishicot. Fun day
with music, food, games, pumpkin pancakes at
the school, Clydesdale horse and wagon rides, arts
and crafts, Giant Pumpkin Weigh-off, pumpkin baking
contest, pumpkin carving and decorating contest, and
parade at 12 pm. 8 am-4 pm, free, 755-2525,
mishicot.org
17
The Story of WOMT: Hungry for History,
Manitowoc County Heritage Center. Learn about the
rich history of Manitowoc WOMT radio with Pat Willis.
Catered meal to follow program, pre-registration
required. 5 pm, fee charged, 684-4445
23
Haunted Barn, Lincoln Park Zoo, Manitowoc. A
maze of frights in the Big Red Barn. Refreshments,
games and a Haunted Trail for the brave. 5-9 pm, 5
and up, fee charged. 686-4684
24
All Hallows Eve, Pinecrest Historical Village.
Old-fashioned Halloween fun with spooky stories by
the fire, horse-drawn wagon rides, pumpkin carving,
creepy characters like the village gravedigger and
19th-century-style entertainment including crafts,
games and more! Participate in a reading of The
Legend of Sleepy Hollow at 5 pm. Keep an eye out
for the Headless Horseman! 2-6 pm, fee charged
except for members, 684-4445
October 2015
TBA
The Art of Tablesettings, Rahr-West Art Museum.
Mon-Fri 10 am-4 pm, Sat-Sun 11 am-4 pm, 686-3090
TBA
S.S. Badger Carferry sailing season ends, 800-8414243, ssbadger.com
TBA
Manitowoc Homebuilders Parade of Homes,
Various Locations in Manitowoc County. Fee
charged, 684-6222,
manitowoccountyhomebuilders.com
TBA
Owl Programs, Woodland Dunes Nature Center.
Join us for educational programs throughout the
month. 793-4007, woodlanddunes.org
3
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Enchanted Forest, Woodland Dunes Nature Center.
Enjoy a guided trail walk and meet some of the
animals that can be seen on our preserve. Register
for a walk time, 4-8 pm, 793-4007,
woodlanddunes.org
Manitowalker, Downtown Manitowoc. In conjunction
with Harvest Fest, this annual Volkswalk sanctioned
by the American Volkssport Association, takes the
participants through the streets of downtown and
along the lakefront. 8:30 am
Harvest Fest, Downtown Manitowoc. A celebration
of autumn with sidewalk sales, food specials, family
entertainment, horse and wagon rides throughout the
downtown district, and more. 8 am
11
The dates and information listed here are subject to change. Please call to verify event details.
31
Spooky Spectacular, Neshotah Beach, Two Rivers.
Yes, we still celebrate Halloween on Halloween! After
trick or treating, come for a bonfire, costume contest,
candy find for kids up to and including 5th grade, and
Halloween stories. Free, 6:30-8:30 pm, 793-5593,
tworiverseconomicdevelopment.org/
November 2015
1
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December 2015
TBA
Timm House Christmas Celebration, New Holstein
Fee charged, 948-7748, newholsteinhistory.info
TBA
Christmas in the Mansion, Rahr-West Art Museum,
Mon-Fri 10 am-4 pm, Sat and Sun 11 am-4 pm,
686-3090
Christmas at the Museum, Mishicot Historical
Museum, 755-3411, mishicot.org
TBA
Shipwrecks Off our Coastline: Hungry for History,
Manitowoc County Heritage Center. Enjoy a
photographic tour of wrecks off Manitowoc County's
coast including the Rouse Simmons and the Vernon.
Catered meal to follow program, pre-registration
required. 5 pm, fee charged, 684-4445
4-5,
12-13
Autumn Alpaca Farm & Shopping Day, Country
Memories Farm, ManitowocCome enjoy the alpaca
farm and the autumn colors. Youth activities. Rain or
Shine. Free, 10 am-3 pm, 758-9196,
countrymemoriesfarm.com
Viva Las Reifs Mills Christmas, The Palace of Reifs
Mills Dinner Theatre, Whitelaw. These are fun, family
friendly, original productions that are always
humorous! Special performances for large groups
with reservation. Fee charged, call for more info,
732-3172, palaceofrm.com
12-13
A Holiday in History, Pinecrest Historical Village.
Celebrate the holiday traditions of the past with sleigh
rides, live holiday music, beautiful decorations and
family activities in our stove-heated buildings. Fee
charged, 11 am-3 pm, 684-4445
26-27
Clipper City Model Railroad Club Open House,
Manitowoc County Expo Grounds, Iron Horse Barn.
5 scales of model railroads displayed. Huge new
G-Scale Layout! Small fee charged, Sat 11 am-4 pm,
Sun 11 am-3 pm, 684-5833,
clippercitymodelrailroadclub.org/
25
27-29
December 2014
Lakeshore Holiday Parade, Downtown Manitowoc.
Kick off the holiday shopping season and see the
downtown decorations at the Lakeshore Holiday
Parade. 6:30 pm, 686-6980, manitowoc.org
Clipper City Model Railroad Club Open House,
Manitowoc County Expo Grounds, Iron Horse Barn.
5 scales of model railroads displayed. Huge new GScale Layout! Small fee charged, Fri 3-7 pm, Sat
11 am-4 pm, Sun 11 am-3 pm, 684-5833,
clippercitymodelrailroadclub.org/
27Lights in Lincoln Park, Manitowoc. Fabulous
Dec 26 drive-thru light show with animated displays,
thousands of lights and a 60 foot lit tunnel. Proceeds
go to the Lincoln Park Zoo. Fee charged, Wed-Sat
only, 5-8 pm, Santa, free drinks and cookies every Fri
before Christmas in Cabin, 629-4684,
facebook.com/manitowoczoologicalsociety
28
Christmas Fantasy Parade, Downtown Two Rivers.
The parade travels along Washington Street from
22nd Street to 16th Street. Santa is always on the
last float. Join Santa after the parade in the J.E.
Hamilton Community House, and have a hot
chocolate! 5:30 pm, 794-1482,
tworiversmainstreet.com
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