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6/2 Daylily Sale Benefits Boerner Botanical Gardens and other public gardens. More than 180 cultivars for sale in all price ranges, colors, sizes and forms. Most varieties are award winners. 9 a.m. Casual attire. Unitarian Universalist Church, 13001 W. North Ave., Brookfield, dssew.org. 6/2 Friends of the Domes Spring Bulb & Plant Sale Benefits Friends of the Domes. Buy your authentic Conservatory show bulbs, and plants early and support the Domes! 10 a.m. Casual attire. 524 S. Layton Blvd., 414-257-5600, milwaukeedomes.org.
6/2 Kruz for Kinder Benefits Lutheran Counseling & Family Services of Wisconsin. The eighth annual motorcycle ride will begin at 9 a.m. All brands of motorcycles are welcome. Lunch and door prize drawings will be held at Lutheran Counseling & Family Services of Wisconsin. RSVP by June 1. 8 a.m. Motorcycle attire. $35/pledge minimum. Lutheran Counseling & Family Services of Wisconsin, 3800 N. Mayfair Rd., Wauwatosa, 414-536-8333, lcfswi.org.
6/2 Laura’s Smile Mile
Benefits Laura’s Smile Foundation. Sixth annual 5K run/walk will include live music, food and refreshments. The third annual children’s race, known as the Giggle Gallop, will be held immediately after the 5K for those 8 years and under. Register online. 8 a.m. Active attire. $25/adult, $10/child. Veterans Park, 1010 N. Lincoln Dr., 414-841-6671, laurassmilemile.com.
6/2 - 6/17 2012 Showhouse for a Cure Public Tours Benefits Wisconsin Breast Cancer Showhouse, Inc. Dozens of local interior designers, landscape artists and artisans contribute substantial time, talent and furnishings to make this Showhouse spectacular. Various times – please refer to website. Casual attire. $25 at door, $20 in advance. 2012 Showhouse, 2221 N. Terrace Ave., 414-297-9152, breastcancershowhouse.org.
6/3 UPAF’s Ride for the Arts, Sponsored by Miller Lite Benefits United
Performing Arts Fund. The 32nd annual bike ride offers five routes to choose from, including three over the spectacular Hoan Bridge. Recreational riders, families and avid cyclists will travel past several Milwaukee landmarks and along the scenic shores of Lake Michigan, celebrating with a Finish Line Party from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Summerfest grounds. 6 a.m. Biking attire. $35/person, $25/child, $95/family. South Gate, Harbor Drive and Polk Street, 276-276-7433, upafride.org.
6/4 12th Annual Golf INVITATIONAL Benefits VMP
Foundation’s Senior Solutions Fund.
VMP’s 12th Annual Golf Invitational promises to be another fun event with a great group of people. Shotgun start at 11 a.m. with reception, dinner and awards to follow at 4:30 p.m. Golf attire. $2,200/ foursome. Wisconsin Club - Country Club, 6200 W. Good Hope Rd., 414-6074130, vmpcares.com.
18 holes of golf, lunch, golf-skill awards, auction, social hour, live music, dinner and more. Invite your friends, clients and business associates. 10:30 a.m. Golf attire. $200/person. The Bog Golf Course, 3121 Hwy. I, Saukville, 262-3752715, riveredge.us.
6/4 13th Annual Golf Outing, Dinner and Auction Benefits Bryon Riesch
providing access to exceptional theater experiences for young people. It is also an opportunity to honor founding artistic director and current Managing Director Rob Goodman’s legacy at First Stage. 6 p.m. Black-tie attire. Pier Wisconsin, 500 N. Harbor Dr., 414-267-2936, firststage.org/supportus/ specialevents.asp.
6/9 “Have a Heart” Motorcycle Ride Benefits
Benefits United Cerebral Palsy of Southeastern Wisconsin. Events on and off the course add to the excitement of the day. Join us after golf for an auction, awards ceremony, and food and drinks. 11 a.m. Golf attire. $1,500/foursome. Wisconsin Club at Good Hope Rd., 6200 W. Good Hope Rd., 414-329-4500, ucpsew.org.
6/6 Grateful Plate 2012
6/9 Lombardi Walk/Run for Cancer Benefits Vince
Lombardi Cancer Foundation. The Lombardi Walk/Run for Cancer is fun for families and draws thousands of people together in a healthy activity for a worthy cause: raising money to help the fight against cancer in Milwaukee and throughout eastern Wisconsin. 8 a.m. Active attire. 10001 W. Blue Mound Rd., 414-649-7019, lombardifoundation.org.
Benefits Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation-Southeastern Wisconsin Chapter. Golf at the private, membersonly Legend at Brandybrook. Spend the day golfing while supporting research to find a cure for diabetes. Sponsorship levels start at $2,000. JDRF is the leading funder and advocate of Type 1 diabetes science. Noon. Golf attire. Legend at Brandybrook, 1 Legend Way, Wales, 414453-4673, jdrf.org/sewi.
6/9 Strides for Lupus Walk Benefits Lupus Foundation
6/11 MSOE President’s Golf Outing Benefits Milwaukee
Paralysis Foundation. Includes 18 holes of golf, cart, range balls, lunch, dinner and auction. 10 a.m. Scramble format with shotgun start at 11:30. Casual attire. $200/person, $1,200/team. Silver Spring Country Club, N56 W21318 Silver Spring Dr., Menomonee Falls, 262-3911533, brpf.org.
Benefits Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin. Grateful Plate is an annual fundraising event that features a silent auction, dinner and live auction to benefit the 330,000 people who rely on Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin each year. 5 p.m. Black-tie attire. $75/ person, $1,000/table. The Wisconsin Club, 900 W. Wisconsin Ave., 414-8316345, feedingamericawi.org.
6/7 DANNY’S 8TH ANNUAL GOLF OUTING Benefits Spina
Bifida Association of Wisconsin. A fun-filled day of golf, auctions, raffles, good food and fellowship to raise funds for kids with Spina Bifida. Active attire. Ironwood Golf Course, W270 N6166 Moraine Dr., Sussex, 414-607-9061, sbawi.org.
6/7 Doerr Tradition of Caring Award Reception Benefits Columbia St. Mary’s Ozaukee Community Benefit Programs. Community members who care about creating a healthy community gather to bid on unique auction opportunities, enjoy great food and honor the 2012 Doerr Tradition of Caring Award winner, given to a community member who has gone above and beyond to care for the Ozaukee community. 5 p.m. Business professional attire. Shully’s Cuisine & Events, 146 N. Green Bay Rd., Thiensville, 414-270-4900, supportcsm.org.
6/7 Planting Seeds of Hope Benefits Walkers Point Youth
and Family Center. Live and silent auctions with hearty hors d’oeuvres. Please join us and share in our mission to provide free programs and services to empower youth, strengthen family relationships and encourage safe and stable homes. 5:15 p.m. Business casual attire. Peck Pavilion, 10001 W. Blue Mound Rd., 414-672-5300, walkerspoint.org.
6/9 First Stage’s 25th Anniversary Gala Benefits
First Stage Children’s Theater. This milestone event is an opportunity for the community to provide valuable support for First Stage, enabling it to continue
Cardiovascular Research at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Seventy-mile scenic ride through the hills and countryside of southeastern Wisconsin. 8:30 a.m. Motorcycle attire. Suburban Motors Harley-Davidson, 139 N. Main St., Thiensville, 414-955-5828.
of America-Wisconsin Chapter. A one- or three-mile walk that starts at Mount Mary College and continues through the Menomonee River Parkway. Following the walk is a light lunch and entertainment. 9:30 a.m. Active attire. $20/in advance, $25/at door, $10/child. 2900 N. Menomonee River Pkwy., 414443-6400, lupuswi.org.
6/10 Flag Day Program & Celebration Benefits Ozaukee
County Historical Society. Join us for a Flag Day celebration at the “Birthplace of National Flag Day.” Free admission, ice cream, mementos, and park and ride shuttle. 11 a.m. Casual attire. Stony Hill School, 5995 Hwy. I, Fredonia, 262-3774510, co.ozaukee.wi.us/ochs.
6/10 Showhouse for a Cure Designer Day Benefits
Wisconsin Breast Cancer Showhouse, Inc. Visit with the interior decorators in their rooms at the Showhouse. Learn from their tips and talents while touring the house. Times available on website. Casual attire. $20 in advance, $25 at door. 2012 Showhouse, 2221 N. Terrace Ave., 414-297-9152, breastcancershowhouse.org.
6/11 AWMI Golf Outing
Benefits Association of Women in the Metal Industries-Wisconsin Chapter. Golf outing to benefit AWMI. Registration and lunch begin at 10 a.m. followed by a noon tee time, and dinner and raffles at 5:30 p.m. Golf attire. Hawk’s View Golf Club, 7377 Krueger Rd., Lake Geneva, 262-643-4558.
6/11 Birdies at the Bog Golf Outing Benefits Riveredge
Nature Center. Join us at The Bog for
6/11 THE CHARLIE KAPP CHARITY GOLF CHALLENGE
6/11 JDRF Golf Classic
School of Engineering Scholarships. The 30th annual golf outing is a great day of camaraderie and golf for MSOE Regents and guests. Registration and brunch start the day at 9:30 a.m. with a shotgun start to follow at 11 a.m., social hour at 4:30 p.m., and dinner and auction at 5:30 p.m. Golf attire. $1,400/foursome. Oconomowoc Golf Club, W360 N5261 Brown St., Oconomowoc, 414-277-4523, msoe.edu/alumni/events_and_news/ golf/pgo/index.shtml.
6/14 Danceworks Mad Hot Celebration Benefits
Danceworks, Inc. The fourth annual event celebrates the culmination of Danceworks’ 2012 Mad Hot Ballroom and Tap (MHBT) program in schools and features the winning dancers of the 2012 MHBT Competition. In addition to the exhibition dancing, the event includes cocktail fare and a silent auction. 7 p.m. Evening attire. $50/ person. La Lune Collection Corporate Headquarters, 930 E. Burleigh St., 414277-8480, danceworksmke.org.
6/14 Grand Event 2012
Benefits Grand Avenue Club, Inc. This annual event benefits the mission of Grand Avenue Club, a vital community organization offering respect, hope and opportunity to hundreds of people struggling with mental illness. 5:30 p.m. $75/person, $2,000/table. 424 E. Wisconsin Ave., 414-727-3361, grandavenueclub.org.
6/14 Women in Science Luncheon Benefits Medical
College of Wisconsin. Presentation on human stem cell research by Michele Battle, Ph.D. The mission of Women in Science is to showcase outstanding research and provide financial support
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