August events calendar

IT’S COMIN’ UP AUGUST EVENTS

4Dark Skies Movement at Lake Geneva Public Library: The dark skies movement is a growing push to not only improve the night sky for astronomical viewing, but to also improve health. GLAS has spent over a year with students developing a night sky sensor and doing public outreach about the effects of light pollution. Learn about the environmental and human effects of light pollution from local students working to promote this movement and collect data. Time: 6 to 7 p.m. at Lake Geneva Public Library, 918 W. Main Street. email: rstrehlow@lakegeneva.lib.wi.us to register.

6, 13, 20, 27 Lake Geneva

Farmers Market: Local farmers and vendors from throughout the Lake Geneva area come together each Thursday from 8:00am to 1:00pm to offer a market of local produce, flowers and arts and crafts and other goods. Located at Horticultural Hall, 330 Broad Street, in downtown Lake Geneva and open rain or shine. The 2020 Market runs through October 29.

8Live music at Maxwell Mansion:

The Big Al Wetzel band performs between 7 and 10 p.m. Alongside the amazing music, Gypsy Soul Food Truck will be serving up a variety of specialties. Don’t forget craft cocktails, warm fire pits, and a beautiful mansion to roam and enjoy! 421 Baker St., Lake Geneva, 262-248-9711. 13-16 Elkhorn Ribfest: Four days of unbelievably delicious, mouthwatering barbecue and high-quality entertainment at the Walworth County Fairgrounds. This event features world-renowned professional BBQ champions, backyard grillers, great entertainment, an artisan village and more. Visitors will experience some of the best BBQ in the world, there will be live music and a cold beer or two. Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn, 262-723-3228, wisconsinribfest.com. 16 Boat Tour with Shrimp Boil: Treat yourself to a scenic boat tour and unique menu on Lake Geneva Cruise Line’s first ever Southern Low Country Shrimp Boil Lunch. A narrated historical tour will accompany the menu served on board the Grand Belle. Tickets: $41 to $55. Lake Geneva Cruise Line, 812 Wrigley Dr., Lake Geneva, 262-248- 6206 or online at cruiselakegeneva.com.

24 Remarkable Women of Lake

Geneva at Lake Geneva Public Library. We often hear about the men on the lake and how they made their fortunes. But what were the women doing? As it turns out, they were not just sipping ice tea on their verandas. Meet some of the remarkable women who helped shape the history, not only of this area, but of this country. Lake Geneva Public Library, 918 W. Main Street, 262-249-5299. email: rstrehlow@lakegeneva.lib.wi.us to register.

29-30 Simply the Best Cheese

Tasting and Sale at Elegant Farmer, 1545 Main St., Mukwonago. Straight from the state fair, come taste the best of the best including samplings of Blue Ribbon award-winning artisan and specialty cheeses. Unique varieties, sampling and 10% off all cheese. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 262-363-6770. 31 Live Music at Pier 290: Glenn Davis performs from 5 to 9 p.m. at Pier 290, 1 Lietchy Dr., Williams Bay, 262-245-2100, pier290.com.

Ongoing events Avant Sunday Morning Breakfast

Bike Ride – Group Ride from Avant Cycle Cafe, 234 Broad St., Lake Geneva, at 7 a.m. Ride a casual pace (12-15 mph). This is a nodrop, fun ride. Stopping for breakfast before heading back to the shop. All rides weather dependent. 262-203-5141.

Dancing Horses Show – Enjoy the hour and a half-long show at 1 p.m. Tuesay through Sunday and an additional show 7 p.m. Saturday, at The Dancing Horses Museum, 5065 Highway 50, Delavan. For show dates and info visit www.thedancinghorses.com

East Troy Railroad Museum – Take a 14-mile train ride on the only remaining electric interurban tracks in Wisconsin. Historic museum and carefully maintained rail cars from 90 to 100 years ago. Stops at the Elegant Farmer. 15 miles north of Lake Geneva on Highway 120. Trains depart on Fridays and weekends from East Troy Depot at 2002 Church Street. 262-642-3263.

Tristan Crist Magic Theater – 609 W. Main St., Lake Geneva. One of a kind performer that wows audiences with, jaw-dropping illusions and gut-wrenching escapes! For show dates and times call 262- 248-0505 or visit www.lakegenevamagic.com

The calendar of events is compiled from a variety of sources including area chambers of commerce and the Walworth County Visitors Bureau, and contains events available as of press time.

Events, dates and times may change or events may be canceled. We suggest you visit verify event times, dates and locations prior to making travel plans.

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