Happening NOW
There's no need to travel far from home to fill your weekend plans. WaukeshaNOW.com in conjunction with the Waukesha & Pewaukee Visitors Bureau present these weekly community events and highlighted attractions for you and your family to enjoy.
To have an event considered for submission in this listing, send an email to aimee@visitwaukesha.org.
What's Happening: July 13 to July 20
07/15/09
The Caring Place, Inc./ Caregiver Chat Good Nutrition For Yourself and Your Elders
Presented by: Jennifer Hartnack, Dietician at WestWood Health and Wellness Clinic. The Caring Place, 810 N. East Ave; 4-5:30pm; 262-542-6388 or 282-928-2314; www.caringplacewaukesha.org
07/15/09
Jazz in Cutler Park
Enjoy this free music concert in Cutler Park in Historic Downtown Waukesha. Acts vary each week.. Cutler Park, Waukesha; 7:00pm- 9:00pm; ; www.jazzincutlerpark.com
07/15/09
Badgerland Water Ski Show
FREE water ski show. Fun for the whole family. Come watch beautiful chorus lines, fast paced barefoot waterskiing, ariel jump acts and pyramids built on the water. Bring your own seating. Show lasts about an hour and a half.. Frame Park, Waukesha; ; 414-640-6361; www.badgerland.org
07/15/09
Waterfront Wednesday's Concert Series
Free concert series every Wednesday June- August on Pewaukee Lakefront Park Pavilion/Beach house.. Pewaukee Lakefront Park; 6:00-9:00 pm; 262-695-9735; www.positivelypewaukee.com
07/15/09- 07/19/09
Waukesha County Fair
The oldest county fair in Wisconsin celebrates rural heritage with barnyard animals, crafts, farm displays, live music, and classic carnival rides and food.. Waukesha County Expo Grounds; ; 262-544-5922; www.waukeshacountyfair.com
07/16/09
Civic Band
Civic Band concert sponsored by Wisconsin Energy Foundation. Cutler Park Waukesha; 8:00 - 9:00 pm; 262-524-3737; www.ci.waukesha.wi.us
07/16/09
Pewaukee Lake Water Ski Show
Enjoy an entertaining water ski show complete with colorful costumes, music, and a live emcee announcing the acts. Free family fun at Lakefront Park, Downtown Pewaukee. Pewaukee Lake; ; 414-322-8713; www.pewaukee.waterski.org
07/17/09
Freeman Friday Night Live
Enjoy an evening of live music and extended shopping hours. Head to Historic Downtown Waukesha to listen to a variety of bands, shop the specialty stores and boutiques and enjoy the many eateries.. Historic Downtown Waukesha; 6:30pm- 8:30pm; 262-547-1060; www.downtownwaukesha.com
07/18/09
Waukesha Farmers' Market
Eat Fresh, buy local with the Waukesha Farmers' Market on the banks of the Fox River. Fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and crafts available for purchase.. Riverfront Plaza, Historic Downtown Waukesha; 7:00am- 12:00pm; 262-549-6154; www.downtownwaukesha.com
07/18/09- 07/19/09
Maxwell Street Days Flea Market
Over 650 sellers offering a variety of goods. Field Park-Hwy 83 & NN-Mukwonago; 8am- 5pm; 262-363-7758; www.mukwonagochamber.org
07/19/09
Ice Cream Social
Ice Cream Sodas, Sundaes, and floats; Museum open to visitors. No charge for museum visit.. Clark House Museum, Pewaukee; 1pm-4pm; 262-691-0233; www.pewaukeehistory.org
What's Happening: July 20 to July 27
07/21/09- 07/24/09
Pioneer Pastimes Camp (Ages 6-12)
Campers will discover the people who have lived in Waukesha County from past to present through their toys, games, and celebrations. Campers will create take-home projects, explore artifacts and exhibits, play games, and take part in special activities. . Waukesha County Museum; 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.; 262-521-2859; www.waukeshacountymuseum.org
07/22/09
Jazz in Cutler Park
Enjoy this free music concert in Cutler Park in Historic Downtown Waukesha. Acts vary each week.. Cutler Park, Waukesha; 7:00pm- 9:00pm; ; www.jazzincutlerpark.com
07/22/09
Badgerland Water Ski Show
FREE water ski show. Fun for the whole family. Come watch beautiful chorus lines, fast paced barefoot waterskiing, ariel jump acts and pyramids built on the water. Bring your own seating. Show lasts about an hour and a half.. Frame Park, Waukesha; ; 414-640-6361; www.badgerland.org
07/22/09
Waterfront Wednesday's Concert Series
Free concert series every Wednesday June- August on Pewaukee Lakefront Park Pavilion/Beach house.. Pewaukee Lakefront Park; 6:00-9:00 pm; 262-695-9735; www.positivelypewaukee.com
07/23/09
Civic Band
Civic Band concert sponsored by Greater Milwaukee Foundation, Waukesha County Chamber of Commerce & Wisconsin Coach Lines. Cutler Park Waukesha; 8:00 - 9:00 pm; 262-524-3737; www.ci.waukesha.wi.us
07/23/09
Pewaukee Lake Water Ski Show
Enjoy an entertaining water ski show complete with colorful costumes, music, and a live emcee announcing the acts. Free family fun at Lakefront Park, Downtown Pewaukee. Pewaukee Lake; ; 414-322-8713; www.pewaukee.waterski.org
07/24/09
Raku Night at The Potter's Shop
Purchase a piece of pottery (prices range), glaze and watch this Japanese firing process. Watch for free!. The Potter's Shop, Historic Downtown Waukesha; 6:00pm; 262-547-1920; www.clayartguild.com
07/24/09
Freeman Friday Night Live
Enjoy an evening of live music and extended shopping hours. Head to Historic Downtown Waukesha to listen to a variety of bands, shop the specialty stores and boutiques and enjoy the many eateries.. Historic Downtown Waukesha; 6:30pm- 8:30pm; 262-547-1060; www.downtownwaukesha.com
07/24/09- 07/25/09
Taste of Lake Country
Each nigt local restaurants showcase their best cuisine along with music, other family entertainment and fireworks.. Pewaukee Lakefront Park; 4:00-10:30 pm; 262-695-9735; www.positivelypewaukee.com
07/24/09- 07/26/09
Waukesha Kennel Club All Breed Dog Show
Waukesha County Expo Center; ; 262-896-8490; www.waukeshacountyexpo.com
07/25/09
Summer Saturday Society (Ages 3-5)
Discover the toys and recreation from Waukesha County’s ethnic groups by making take- home projects, exploring artifacts and exhibits, games, and special activities with your young historians!. Waukesha County Museum; 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; 262 521 2859; www.waukeshacountymuseum.org
07/25/09
Waukesha Farmers' Market
Eat Fresh, buy local with the Waukesha Farmers' Market on the banks of the Fox River. Fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and crafts available for purchase.. Riverfront Plaza, Historic Downtown Waukesha; 7:00am- 12:00pm; 262-549-6154; www.downtownwaukesha.com
07/25/09- 07/26/09
Laura Ingalls Wilder Days PLUS Farm Power
Step into the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder, at this hands-on, weekend-long celebration of her life and experiences. Dress like her, try her games and chores, help do Ma and Pa's work, too. Old World Wisconsin; 10am- 5pm; 262-594-6300; www.oldworldwisconsin.org
07/25/09
The Great Cancer Shootout
Enjoy a fun filled day of sporting clays with your friends and family. Stay for the exciting live auction and fabulous fireworks provided by Bartolotta's.. Wern Valley Sportsman Club; 10am- 3pm; 262-968-2400; www.wernvalley.com
07/26/09
Laura Ingalls Wilder Days PLUS Farm Power
Step into the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder, at this hands-on, weekend-long celebration of her life and experiences. Dress like her, try her games and chores, help do Ma and Pa's work, too. Old World Wisconsin; 10am- 5pm; 262-594-6300; www.oldworldwisconsin.org
What's Happening: July 27 to August 2
07/29/09
Jazz in Cutler Park
Enjoy this free music concert in Cutler Park in Historic Downtown Waukesha. Acts vary each week.. Cutler Park, Waukesha; 7:00pm- 9:00pm; ; www.jazzincutlerpark.com
07/29/09
Badgerland Water Ski Show
FREE water ski show. Fun for the whole family. Come watch beautiful chorus lines, fast paced barefoot waterskiing, ariel jump acts and pyramids built on the water. Bring your own seating. Show lasts about an hour and a half.. Frame Park, Waukesha; ; 414-640-6361; www.badgerland.org
07/29/09
Waterfront Wednesday's Concert Series
Free concert series every Wednesday June- August on Pewaukee Lakefront Park Pavilion/Beach house.. Pewaukee Lakefront Park; 6:00-9:00 pm; 262-695-9735; www.positivelypewaukee.com
07/30/09
Civic Band
Civic Band concert sponsored by Band Patrons and Glen & Sally Lunde, in memory of Roger E. Lunde. Cutler Park Waukesha; 8:00 - 9:00 pm; 262-524-3737; www.ci.waukesha.wi.us/parks_recreation_forestry
07/30/09
Pewaukee Lake Water Ski Show
Enjoy an entertaining water ski show complete with colorful costumes, music, and a live emcee announcing the acts. Free family fun at Lakefront Park, Downtown Pewaukee. Pewaukee Lake; ; 414-322-8713; www.pewaukee.waterski.org
07/31/09
Freeman Friday Night Live
Enjoy an evening of live music and extended shopping hours. Head to Historic Downtown Waukesha to listen to a variety of bands, shop the specialty stores and boutiques and enjoy the many eateries.. Historic Downtown Waukesha; 6:30pm- 8:30pm; 262-547-1060; www.downtownwaukesha.com
08/01/09
Waukesha Farmers' Market
Eat Fresh, buy local with the Waukesha Farmers' Market on the banks of the Fox River. Fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and crafts available for purchase.. Riverfront Plaza, Historic Downtown Waukesha; 7:00am- 12:00pm; 262-549-6154; www.downtownwaukesha.com
08/01/09
Waukesha "Red Hot BBQ" Art Crawl
West End Artists Art Crawl in historic downtown Waukesha. Art, food, music and more!. Historic Downtown Waukesha; 4pm- 10pm; 262-542-1522; www.redhotartspot.com
08/01/09
Holiday Decorating Show & Reception
The gallery comes alive with objects for decorating your home. More than 30 artist's works on display during the Waukesha Art Crawl.. River's End Gallery, Historic Downtown Waukesha; 4pm-10pm; 262-896-8875; www.riversendgallery.com
08/01/09- 08/02/09
MS 150
Proceeds from this great ride for a great cause, support critical pediatric cancer and related blood disorder research efforts.. Waukesha to Madison; www.wisms.com
