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and moves research forward. 300 Front St., La Crosse, 262-369-4400, walkmswisconsin.org.
4/27 WALK MS: LAKE
COUNTRY Benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Wisconsin Chapter. Rally for those with multiple sclerosis by participating in a community Walk MS event. Your involvement generates hope for those affected by the disease and moves research forward. Location TBD, 262-369-4400, walkmswisconsin.org.
S. Lake Dr., Cudahy, 414-481-9611, home.interfaithmilw.org.
4/28 WALK MS: SHEBOYGAN
Benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Wisconsin Chapter. Rally for those with multiple sclerosis by participating in a community Walk MS event. Your involvement generates hope for those affected by the disease and moves research forward. 725 Blue Harbor Dr., Sheboygan, 262-369-4400, walkmswisconsin.og.
4/27 WALK MS: MENOMONEE FALLS Benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Wisconsin Chapter. Rally for those with multiple sclerosis by participating in a community Walk MS event. Your involvement generates hope for those affected by the disease and moves research forward. W142 N8101 Merrimac Dr., Menomonee Falls, 262-369-4400, walkmswisconsin.org.
4/28 WALK MS: PLATTEVILLE
4/27 ELM GROVE JUNIOR
4/28 WALK MS: MARSHFIELD
GUILD’S TREE OF GIVING GALA Benefits local women’s and children’s charities and the community of Elm Grove. The Elm Grove Junior Guild invites you to our 47th annual auction fundraiser to benefit charities supporting the women and children of southeastern Wisconsin as well as the community of Elm Grove. 6 p.m. $80 per person. 10122 W. North Ave., Wauwatosa, 262-439-9767, elmgrovejuniorguild.com.
4/27 O2 OXYGEN BALL
Benefits American Lung Association in Wisconsin. An elegant evening of cocktails, gourmet dining, auctions and entertainment to support the mission of saving lives by promoting lung health and preventing lung disease. 5 p.m. $250 per person, $2,500 per table of eight. 333 W. Kilbourn Ave., 262-703-4200, lungwi.org.
4/27 BAL DU LAC Benefits
Milwaukee Art Museum’s Friends of Art. Celebrate 125 years with co-chairs Joan Lubar and John Crouch, Elizabeth Quadracci Harned and Chris Harned and Jeff Yabuki. Cocktails, dinner and dancing. 6 p.m.-midnight. $300 per person; $4,000, $7,500 or $10,000 corporate sponsorships. 700 N. Art Museum Dr., 414-224-3253, mam.org.
4/27 CIRQUE DU SAL Benefits St. Aemilian-Lakeside. This fanciful fundraiser features a dramatic mix of aerial dance, street and musical entertainment, great food, a silent auction and more. Proceeds support current and former foster children. 7 p.m.-midnight. $75 per person. 333 N. Plankinton Ave., 414-465-1386, st-al.org. 4/27 RUMMAGE SALE AND METAL RECYCLING FUNDRAISER Benefits Interfaith Older Adult Programs, Inc. Treasures are waiting to be found at this rummage sale featuring 40 vendors. Turn metal trash into cash for the center! All proceeds benefit participants of activities at Kelly Senior Center. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. 50 cents per person. 6100
Benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Wisconsin Chapter. Rally for those with multiple sclerosis by participating in a community Walk MS event. Your involvement generates hope for those affected by the disease and moves research forward. 1 University Plaza, Platteville, 262-3694400, walkmswisconsin.org.
Benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Wisconsin Chapter. Rally for those with multiple sclerosis by participating in a community Walk MS event. Your involvement generates hope for those affected by the disease and moves research forward. 1805 S. Roddis Ave., Marshfield, 262-369-4400, walkmswisconsin.org.
4/28 WALK MS: FOX CITIES
Benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Wisconsin Chapter. Rally for those with multiple sclerosis by participating in a community Walk MS event. Your involvement generates hope for those affected by the disease and moves research forward. 5000 N. Ballard Rd., Appleton, 262-369-4400, walkmswisconsin.org.
4/28 WALK MS: WAUKESHA
Benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Wisconsin Chapter. Rally for those with multiple sclerosis by participating in a community Walk MS event. Your involvement generates hope for those affected by the disease and moves research forward. Location TBD, 262-369-4400, walkmswisconsin.org.
4/28 WALK MS: KENOSHA-
RACINE Benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Wisconsin Chapter. Rally for those with multiple sclerosis by participating in a community Walk MS event. Your involvement generates hope for those affected by the disease and moves research forward. Location TBD, 262-369-4400, walkmswisconsin.org.
5/1 SPRING BRUNCH Benefits
Ozaukee Family Services. Barbara Rinella, dramatist, book reviewer and academic entertainer, returns for the 10th year. All proceeds benefit child abuse prevention programs. Purchase raffle tickets at the event or in advance. 10 a.m.-noon. $45 per person. 146 N. Green Bay Rd., Thiensville, 262-3767774, ozaukeefamilyservices.org.
5/1 CORE MOMENTUM Benefits CORE/El Centro. An evening of hors
d’oeuvres and beverages, silent auction and wine pull, awards and great fun! 5 p.m. 130 W. Bruce St., 414-225-4260, core-elcentro.org.
5/1 LAWYERS FOR BOYS & GIRLS Benefits Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee. Mastantuono Law is hosting the 12th annual Lawyers for Boys & Girls fundraiser benefiting Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee programming that encourages positive activities and reduces risky behavior. 5-8 p.m. Discretionary donations for the Clubs accepted at the door. 817 N. Marshall St., 414-276-8662, milwaukeecriminallawyers.com. 5/1 EAT, LEARN, GIVE: ANNUAL DINNER EVENT Benefits Mental Health America of Wisconsin. Hosting its 2nd annual dinner event featuring a panelist discussion about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Proceeds fund programs and services designed to improve the mental health of all individuals. 631 E. Chicago St., mhawisconsin.org. 5/1 WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON Benefits United Way of Greater Milwaukee. Hosted by United Way of Greater Milwaukee, this annual community impact update highlights collaborative results on issues like teen pregnancy and infant mortality prevention. Location TBD, unitedwaymilwaukee.org. 5/2 FEAST FOR THE SENSES
Benefits Vision Forward Association. Don’t miss this themed-dinner event featuring delicious food prepared by Bartolotta Catering. Evening includes cocktails, dinner, silent and live auction. 5:30 p.m. $125 per person. 9400 Boerner Dr., Hales Corners, vision-forward.org.
5/3 20TH ANNUAL MDA
BLACK-N-BLUE BALL Benefits Muscular Dystrophy Association of Southeastern Wisconsin. 2013 marks the celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Black-N-Blue Ball. It also coincides with the 110th anniversary year celebration of Harley-Davidson. Guests will be able to celebrate both when they dress the part at this motorcycle-themed event with “black” leathers and “blue” jeans. This relaxed evening includes one of the largest silent auctions and wine pulls in the area. In addition to several motorcycle-themed attractions, there is a chilcren’s art auction, served dinner with a live band and dancing to complete the evening. 6 p.m.-midnight. 400 W. Wisconsin Ave., 262-432-6798, milwaukeeblack-n-blueball.com.
5/4 WALK MS: FOND DU LAC
Benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Wisconsin Chapter. Rally for those with multiple sclerosis by participating in a community Walk MS event. Your involvement generates hope for those affected by the disease and moves research forward. 45 S. National Ave., Fond du Lac, 262-3694400, walkmswisconsin.org.
5/4 WALK MS: GRAFTON
Benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Wisconsin Chapter. Rally for those with multiple sclerosis by participating in a community Walk MS event. Your involvement generates hope for those affected by the disease and moves research forward. Location TBD, 262-369-4400, walkmswisconsin.org.
5/4 HAWS 30TH ANNUAL PET WALKATHON Benefits Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County. Meet adoptable pets, shop pet product vendors, win prizes and enjoy great food all while raising money to care for the many pets at HAWS! 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free to attend. Collect pledges or raise money with a personal online fundraising webpage! South of Main St. on Weaver Dr., Sussex, 262-542-8851, hawspets.org. 5/4 BROOKFIELD ACADEMY DINNER AUCTION Benefits Brookfield Academy. Celebrating the school’s 50th anniversary year by focusing on the future with the theme “Five Star Trek – The Next Generation.” All proceeds from this event will go toward building the Academy’s endowment. $175 per person, $225 per person VIP level, $2,500 per corporate table. 700 N. Art Museum Dr., 262-7833200, brookfieldacademy.org. 5/4 BEST BUDDIES
FRIENDSHIP WALK: DOWNTOWN MILWAUKEE Benefits Best Buddies Wisconsin. Join the Inclusion Revolution by participating in the annual Friendship Walk along the Riverwalk in Downtown Milwaukee in celebration of the abilities of people with disabilities. 10 a.m. Pledges requested. Each person that raises $50 or more receives a commemorative shirt. 100 Manpower Pl., 414-271-1470, bestbuddieswisconsin.org/walk.
5/4 YOUTHAITI UNITY MAKES
STRENGTH BENEFIT DINNER Benefits Youthaiti. Benefits projects in hygiene/sanitation education, cholera treatment/prevention, building composting toilets and teaching organic/ sustainable farming techniques to families in rural Haiti. 6-10 p.m. $100 per person, $800 per table. 3400 S. 43rd St., 414-659-6973, youthaiti.org.
5/4 CREATIVE FUSION Benefits Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design. Creative Fusion provides MIAD student scholarships for tomorrow’s creative leaders. Experience Milwaukee’s most avant-garde celebration that envelopes guests in art and design at MIAD’s unique college campus. 6:30 p.m. 273 E. Erie St., 414-847-3200, miad.edu/ creativefusion. 5/5 WALK MS: MADISON
Benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Wisconsin Chapter. Rally for those with multiple sclerosis by participating in a community Walk MS event. Your involvement generates hope for those affected by the disease and moves research forward. 1625 Northport Dr., Madison, 262-369-4400, walkmswisconsin.org.
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