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for women scientists at the Medical College of Wisconsin. 11:30 a.m. Business casual attire. Woman’s Club of Wisconsin, 813 E. Kilbourn Ave., 414955-4717, mcw.edu/womeninscience.
6/15 Feast of the Sacred Heart Benefits Priests of the Sacred
Heart. Celebration for the Feast of the Sacred Heart. Mass followed by indoor/ outdoor picnic luncheon. 11 a.m. Casual attire. Sacred Heart Monastery, 7335 S. Lovers Lane Rd., Franklin, 414-4253383, poshusa.org.
6/15 Pasta & Puccini Benefits
Florentine Opera Company. Join us for a remarkable evening evoking the tastes and sounds of the Italian countryside. Begin the evening with cocktails, accompanied by traditional Italian folk music. Then relax al fresco in the courtyard and enjoy a rustic Italian meal. Finally, enjoy the favorite tunes of Italy with Florentine Opera artists. Time TBD. Wayne & Kristine Lueders Florentine Opera Center, 926 E. Burleigh St., florentineopera.org.
6/15 Riverworks 5th Annual Golf Outing & Pig Roast Benefits Riverworks
Development Corporation. Registration includes 18 holes of golf, cart, box lunch, drink tickets and a ticket to the pig roast dinner. Not a golfer but want to join in on the fun? Dinner tickets are available for $25. Shotgun start. Noon. Golf attire. $125/person, $500/foursome. Oakwood Park Golf Course, 3600 W. Oakwood Rd., Franklin, 414-906-9650, riverworksmke.org.
6/15 WALK WITH ME MILWAUKEE 2012 Benefits Easter
Seals Southeast Wisconsin. Funds raised help children and adults with disabilities in southeastern Wisconsin. You can be recognized as an Easter Seals partner, as a corporate sponsor or by forming a walk team. 5 p.m. Walking attire. Polish Fest at the Potawatomi stage, 200 N. Harbor Dr., 414-449-4444, ext. 3254, walkwithme.org/milwaukee.
6/15 - 6/16 Vince Lombardi Golf Classic Benefits Vince
Lombardi Cancer Foundation. Celebrities from the sports and entertainment fields hit the links for one of the oldest two-day charity golf events in the United States. The Classic doesn’t just have history; it has tradition. The 42nd annual event will raise important funds for cancer research and compassionate care at the Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinics throughout eastern Wisconsin. Country club attire. North Hills Country Club, N73 W13430 Appleton Ave., Menomonee Falls, 414-649-7015, lombardifoundation.org/ default.aspx.
6/15 - 6/17 Lakefront Festival of Arts Benefits
Milwaukee Art Museum’s Friends of Art. More than 170 juried artists showing and selling works from painting to ceramics to jewelry. Enjoy our wine garden, sculpture garden, children’s
activities, music, food, silent art auction and fiber art fashion show. Rain or shine. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. on Fri.; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Sat.; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sun. Casual attire. $9/member, $9/in advance, $15/ nonmember, children/free. 700 N. Art Museum Dr., 414-224-3253, mam.org/ lfoa.
6/16 27th Annual Black & White Ball Benefits Milwaukee
Urban League. This black-tie gala has a reputation for being one of the finest events of its kind with the highest ongoing attendance representing Milwaukee’s diverse communities. The pre-ball champagne reception and silent auction allow guests to visit with old friends and make new acquaintances prior to dinner. Our entertainment features a national recording artist and guests can dance right into the post-ball where music is provided by a DJ. 5:30 p.m. Black-tie attire. $210/person, $2,595/table. 1001 N. Fourth St., 414-3745850, tmul.org.
6/16 Sam Memorial Golf Outing Benefits Leukemia Research
at the Medical College of Wisconsin HOOT Fund. Golf event in memory of Sam, who lost his battle with leukemia at the age of 6. Money raised is used under the direction of Sam’s doctor, Dr. David Margolis at the Medical College of Wisconsin. 1:30 p.m. shotgun start. Casual attire. Scenic View Country Club, 4415 Club Dr., Slinger, 414-916-6345, golf4sam.com.
6/16 Strides for Kids Charity Walk Benefits House
of Blue Hope Foundation. Join us for our fourth annual 5K walk/run. In addition to the walk, there will be games, a raffle, silent auction, food and refreshments. 10 a.m. Active attire. $25/ person. Whitnall Park, 5879 S. 92nd St., Picnic Site 8, Franklin, 201-228-0424, houseofbluehope.org.
6/16 Tour de Cure Benefits
American Diabetes AssociationSoutheast Wisconsin. This premiere biking event accommodates and challenges all levels of cycling abilities with 25K, 50K and 100K routes on moderate terrain as well as a 5K Family Fun Ride. Fully stocked rest stops and SAG vehicles available along the course. 6:45 a.m. Biking attire. Grafton High School, 1950 Washington St., Grafton, 414-778-5500, diabetes.org/ sewitourdecure.
6/16 - 6/17 Ozaukee County Pioneer Village Free Admission Weekend
Benefits Ozaukee County Historical Society. Take a tour of more than 24 historical structures, view heritage demonstrations or join the Ice Cream Social. Noon. Casual attire. Ozaukee County Pioneer Village, 4880 Hwy. I, Saukville, 262-377-4510, co.ozaukee. wi.us/ochs.
6/18 Friends of Wisco Charity Golf Outing Benefits Wisconsin Lutheran High
School Athletic Department. A fun day that features 18 holes of golf, gifts, awards, and hole prizes with lunch and dinner included. Tee off at 10 a.m. Golf attire. Evergreen Golf Course, N6246 Hwy. 12, Elkhorn, 414-453-4567, wlhs.org.
6/18 WILSON CENTER GOLF AND TENNIS CLASSIC Benefits Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts. Enjoy a full day of golf and tennis including lunch, dinner, and a bevy of live and silent auction items. 10:30 a.m. Golf attire. Merrill Hills Country Club, W270 S3425 Merrill Hills Rd., Waukesha, 262-373-5029, wilson-center.com.
6/19 14th Annual Golf Classic Benefits Community
Memorial Foundation. Proceeds from the 14th Annual Golf Classic will benefit the Emergency Department at Froedtert Health Community Memorial Hospital in Menomonee Falls. Shotgun start. Noon. Golf attire. Geneva National Golf Club, 1221 S. Geneva National Ave., Lake Geneva, 262-257-3761, communitymemorialfoundation.org.
6/21 Born Learning Trail Launch Benefits United Way in
Waukesha County. Born Learning Trails help parents, caregivers and communities create early-learning opportunities for children through fun and games. Visit the Heyer Park Trail in Waukesha or the Weyer Park Trail in Sussex (being installed late spring of 2012) on United Way’s Day of Action to promote the Born Learning Trails in Waukesha County. Casual attire. Weyer Park, N64 W23760 Main St., Sussex, 262547-8459, unitedwaywaukesha.org.
6/22 24th Annual ProAm Golf Classic Benefits The
Parenting Network. 18 holes of golf with a Wisconsin PGA pro golfer. Lunch, live and silent auctions, raffles, and team and individual prizes. Hot breakfast at 7:30 a.m. followed by shotgun start at 9 a.m. Golf attire. $375/person. Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, 7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva, 414-671-5575, theparentingnetwork.org.
6/23 2ND ANNUAL SUMMERFEST ROCK ’n SOLE RUN Benefits Ronald McDonald
House Charities Eastern Wisconsin and the Summerfest Foundation. The 2nd Annual Summerfest Rock ’n Sole Run on Milwaukee’s lakefront is a half marathon, quarter marathon and 5K run that will kick off the week leading up to the 45th anniversary of Summerfest. 800-837-3378, rocknsolerun.com.
6/23 Midsummer Magic
Benefits Old World Wisconsin Foundation. Enjoy live contemporary music against a backdrop of true Old World charm while savoring samples of food and beverages from more than 40 vendors, all included in your ticket price! Also, browse the new artisans craft fair for that special keepsake. 6 p.m. Outdoor attire. Old World Wisconsin, S103 W37890 Hwy. 67, Eagle, 262-594-2922, friendsoww.org.
6/23 Summer Solstice Soiree and Auction Benefits
Urban Ecology Center. Celebrate the longest day of the year at the green, award-winning Urban Ecology Center. This event includes a sunset celebration, a gourmet organic feast and a silent auction featuring items for “green” living. 6:30 p.m. Cocktail attire. Urban Ecology Center at Riverside Park, 1500 E. Park Place, 414-964-8505, urbanecologycenter.org.
6/23 Zoo Ball Benefits
Zoological Society of Milwaukee. Cocktails, auction, gourmet dinner and live entertainment. $300/person, $4,000/ corporate table. 6 p.m. Black-tie attire. 10001 W. Blue Mound Rd., 414-2582333, zoosociety.org.
6/23 - 6/24 Cedarburg Strawberry Festival
Benefits Festivals of Cedarburg, Inc. A free, family-oriented festival highlighting delicious strawberry foods, wine and art. Arts on the Avenue, Plein Air Painting Competition, strawberry desserts, food courts, live bands, hayrides, Berry Big 5K Run/Walk, strawberry contests, Cedar Quacker 500, Kids Korner activities in Cedar Creek Park and much more. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Sat. and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sun. Outdoor attire. Historic Downtown Cedarburg, 888-894-4001, cedarburgfestivals.com.
6/24 12TH ANNUAL WALK/ RUN FOR SEIZURE & EPILEPSY AWARENESS Ben-
efits Epilepsy Foundation of Southeast Wisconsin. 3K walk/5K run on Milwaukee’s Lakefront at Veterans Park. To benefit those affected by epilepsy. 7 a.m. Active attire. $25 in advance, $30 at door. Team prices available. Veterans Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr., 414-2710110, epilepsyfoundationsew.org.
6/24 TAKE STEPS FOR CROHN’S AND COLITIS
Benefits Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America. Evening walk to benefit Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis research. Fun, family-oriented atmosphere. 4 p.m. registration, 5 p.m. walk. Casual attire. South Shore Park, 2900 South Shore Dr., 414-475-5520, cctakesteps.org/milwaukee.
6/25 The Gathering 2012 Golf Classic Benefits The
Gathering of Southeast WI, Inc. Enjoy a day of golf on a beautiful golf course and raise funds for meal programs serving Milwaukee’s hungry and homeless. For the event price, enjoy 18 holes of golf, golf cart, lunch and dinner. 12:30 p.m. Casual attire. Evergreen Golf Club, N6246 Hwy. 12, Elkhorn, 414-272-4122, thegatheringwis.org.
6/27 On the Move Luncheon Benefits National
Multiple Sclerosis Society-Wisconsin Chapter. On the Move Luncheons raise funds to support cutting-edge research into the cause, care and cure of MS and provide assistance to families in Wisconsin who live every day with the
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