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Week Ahead

Sunday, March 31, 2013

Week Ahead: Bay Players Performance, Yom Hashoah Ceremony

The Patch events calendar has several ways to keep busy during Spring Break.

(This article was updated at 3:20 p.m. April 3 to reflect that The Bay Players performance will be held on Friday and Saturday, not Tuesday and Wednesday.)   Spring Break begins this week at Whitefish Bay Schools, but those who are still in town have several events to look forward to. Here's a look at some of the events in our events calendar this week. If we're missing something, you can add it to the calendar. Kohl's Art Generation Studio: The Kohl’s Art Generation Studio at Milwaukee Art Museum will have extended hours this week, open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. The hands-on art studio features a variety of activities and art projects. Kids are invited to take inspiration from art in the Museum’s Collection to make a …

Sunday, March 10, 2013

Week Ahead: Blood Drive, Jazz Concert

A high school jazz concert and the Cindy Nelson Memorial Blood Drive are among the events on the Whitefish Bay Patch calendar this week.

Here's a look at some of the events in our events calendar this week. If we're missing something, you can add it to the calendar. High School Jazz Performance: Join the Whitefish Bay High School Jazz Ensemble as they perform live with saxophonist Eric Schoor at VIA Downer on 7 p.m. Wednesday. Cindy Nelson Memorial Blood Drive: A blood drive will be held at Richards School at 2:30 p.m. Thursday in honor of Cindy Nelson, a much-loved teacher at Richards School who died as the result of a cardiac arrest in March of 2004.  North Shore Parents Network: In a presentation titled "Assistive Technology and Adaptive Living," a panel of experts will meet on Thursday to talk about integrating low to high assistive technology and adaptations in the …

Sunday, March 3, 2013

Week Ahead: Church Pasta Dinner, 'Argo' Screening

United Methodist Church's pasta dinner and silent auction is one of several items on the Whitefish Bay calendar this week.

Here's a look at some of the events in our events calendar this week. If we're missing something, you can add it to the calendar. Cafe MoMS: This middle school moms support group meets for coffee and conversation at 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday at Stone Creek Coffee. History Movie Night: Ben Affleck's film "Argo" won an Oscar for Best Picture this year, and now it will be shown at 7 p.m. Thursday at Whitefish Bay Public Library. The film dramatizes a secret operation to extract six fugitive American diplomatic personnel out of revolutionary Iran in 1980. Pasta Dinner & Silent Auction: United Methodist Church of Whitefish Bay will hold a pasta dinner and silent auction to raise funds for student ministry summer mission trips to Kentucky and …

Sunday, February 24, 2013

Week Ahead: Sound of Music, Jump Rope and Hoop for Heart

Take a look at some of the events submitted to the Whitefish Bay Patch calendar this week.

Here's a look at some of the events in our events calendar this week. If we're missing something, you can add it to the calendar. Jump Rope and Hoop for Heart: The middle school student council will be hosting Jump Rope and Hoop for Heart from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday at Whitefish Bay Middle School. Benefiting the American Heart Association, the event features treats, carnival games and basketball and jump rope competitions. Sound of Music: Whitefish Bay High School will present one of the most beloved musicals of all time, Rogers and Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music, this weekend and next weekend. This week's performances will take place at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and at 2 p.m. Sunday. Turn your hobby into a business: This workshop …

Sunday, February 17, 2013

Week Ahead: Phantom of the Opera, Election Day

Also this week: village officials may decide whether the Whitefish Bay Little League will be allowed to install stadium lighting at Craig Counsell Park.

Here's a look at some of the events in our events calendar this week. If we're missing something, you can add it to the calendar. Plan Commission: Commissioners will meet at 6 p.m. Monday to discuss a conditional use permits for the new Hounds Around Town location, as well as for a kickboxing gym in the old Simon Oliver storefront. Little League lights hearing: At 6:30 p.m. Monday, the Village Board and Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and possibly take action on Whitefish Bay Little League's request to install lights at Craig Counsell Park. Village Board: At 7 p.m. Monday, the Village Board will issue bonds to fund this year's capital improvement projects. Trustees are also expected to approve the final documents needed for the …

Monday, February 11, 2013

Week Ahead: Candidates Forum, Phantom of the Opera

Take a look at some of the events on the Whitefish Bay calendar this week.

Here's a look at some of the events in our events calendar this week. If we're missing something, you can add it to the calendar. Trustee Candidates Forum: Whitefish Bay Patch will host a candidates forum with all five trustee candidates on Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Whitefish Bay Women's Club.  School Board: The Whitefish Bay School Board will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday to discuss 2013-2014 budget projections, an update on the Recreation Department's before- and after-school program and other business. Download the agenda for more information. Muskingum University Wind Ensemble: The Muskingum University Wind Ensemble will perform a free concert at Whitefish Bay High School auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Friday. The performance will …

Sunday, February 3, 2013

Week Ahead: Wine & Chocolate, Music for Munchkins and Cabaret

Whitefish Bay High School bands will feature Motown music Friday and Saturday, and the orchestra will play a children's concert Sunday afternoon.

Here's a look at some of the events in our events calendar this week. If we're missing something, you can add it to the calendar.  Healing the Heart of Democracy Workshop: United Methodist Church of Whitefish Bay will hold a workshop titled "A Season of Civility" at 7 p.m. Monday. The workshop is hosted by UMC's Church and Society Committee and is based on the book "Healing the Heart of Democracy" by Parker Palmer.  An Evening of Wine & Chocolate: Whitefish Bay businesses are rolling out the red carpet for customers with complimentary refreshments, live entertainment, complimentary chair massages, exclusive promotions, demonstrations and giveaway drawings during this special event at 5 p.m. Thursday. Cabaret Concert: The Whitefish Bay …

Sunday, January 27, 2013

Week Ahead: Holy Family Book Sale, Pancake Breakfast

Here's a look at some of the Whitefish Bay events in the Patch calendar this week.

Here's a look at some of the events in our events calendar this week. If we're missing something, you can add it to the calendar. Protect The Back, Lose The Belly: A local cardiologist and a chiropractor will give advice to leading a healthier lifestyle from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday in the Whitefish Bay High School auditorium. Community Book Drive: Monday is the first day of Community Preschool's community book drive for the Next Door Foundation’s Books for Kids program. Donations can be made Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Community Preschool of Whitefish Bay. Holy Family Used Book Sale: Holy Family will host its annual used book sale in the school cafeteria from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Holy Family Pancake …

Sunday, January 20, 2013

Week Ahead: Ebook Classes, Study Skills Workshop

Take a look at some of the events on the Whitefish Bay calendar this week.

Here's a look at some of the events in our events calendar this week. If we're missing something, you can add it to the calendar. GET SMART: Heather Mansfield, Academic Dean at Divine Savior Holy Angels High School, will host a free presentation for parents about instilling study habits and time management skills in children at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Whitefish Bay Library. "While The Lights Were Out": The Bay Players will continue its production of "While the Lights Were Out" at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday in the auditorium of Whitefish Bay High School. Tickets are $16 for adults and $14 for seniors and students. Holy Family Parish School Open House: Newcomers and potential families are encouraged to come to Holy Family Parish School's open …

Sunday, January 13, 2013

Week Ahead: Shen Yun, Local Theater and Winter Farmers' Market

Dominican High School and The Bay Players will both unveil their latest productions this week.

Here's a look at some of the events in our events calendar this week. If we're missing something, you can add it to the calendar. Lydell Preschool Open House: Families are invited to take a tour of Lydell Preschool and learn more about its offerings at an open house from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday. Whitefish Bay Little League Information Meeting: Whitefish Bay Little League will hold its only informational meeting of the year at 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday. It is only the opportunity to register in-person. DHS Presents "Fools": Dominican High School’s award-winning Theater Department will debut Neil Simon's comedy, "Fools" on Thursday. The show will run at 7 p.m. Jan. 17, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 18, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 19, and 2 p.m. Jan. 20. "While the …

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