June
Manitowoc County Air Show



June
Cool City Cruise & Car Show



July
German Fest



August

Manitowoc County Fair



September
Kites Over Lake Michigan



September
Sputnik Fest




September
Ethnic Fest




October
Apple Fest




December
A Holiday In History

EVENTS
Click Here for the May Updated Calendar of Events (Printable Version)

2012 Outdoor Concert Schedule

MAY 2012
1 Pinecrest Historical Village Opens for the Season, Visit this
wonderful turn of the century village with over 25 historical buildings
from Manitowoc County, Fee Charged, 9 am-4 pm, 920-684-4445
1-11 One Foot Out the Door, UW-Manitowoc Founders Hall Gallery,
Showcase of UW-Manitowoc students that are transferring to Art Schools. FREE, 8 am-4:30 pm, 920-683-4700
1-31 Class Dismissed, Manitowoc Heritage Center, Learn about the
rural history of the one room schoolhouses. FREE, 9 am-4 pm
daily, 920-684-4445
1-31 Two Rivers School District Art Show, Lester Public Library,
Budding artists across the entire school district show their work
in a wonderful display throughout the Library. 950-
793-8888
1-31 Manitowoc Public School Art Show, Manitowoc Public Library,
Come out and see this young artists exhibit, and enjoy a reception
on Sunday, May 6th from 1-3 pm, 920-686-3000
1-Jun
30
Paul Browns Art Exhibit and Reception, Hamilton Wood Type
& Printing Museum, Two Rivers, Broadsides, books, and other
letterpress printed works will be presented. Artists reception from
6-9 pm on May 19th. 920-794-6272
2, 9,
16
Spring has Sprung Herbal Series: Shoots, Sprouts and
Flowers
, Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Learn about medicinal
and edible plants along with the lore. Part of a 4 part series, Fee
Charged, 920-793-4007
3-
5
Heart-a-Rama, J.E. Hamilton Community House, Two Rivers,
Enjoy a show that makes fun of life on the Lakeshore,
920-682-5586
4 Tony Memmel, Greenpower Co-op, Two Rivers, Americana
and Folk, Singer/Songwriter, Cash beverage bar, doors open at
6 pm, music starts at 7 pm, Fee charged, 920-629-3088
5 Walk MS Manitowoc-Two Rivers 2012, Manitowoc Lutheran
High School, Join the Movement by registering today! Registration
9 am, Walk 10 am, 800-242-3358 or www.wisMS.org
5 Library Patron Free Admission Day, Pinecrest Historical
Village, Come to the Village today with your own library card
(everybody needs one) and you will get free admission and a
special story time at the one-room schoolhouse at 1:30 pm!
9am-4 pm, 920-684-5110
5 Historic Homes Tour, Manitowoc County Heritage Center,
Take a walking tour of historic homes in Manitowoc County.
Fee charged, pre-registration required, time TBD, 920-684-4445
5 An American Salute: All that Jazz, Capitol Civic Centre,
The Lakeshore Wind Ensemble presents an Ellington Portrait
American Jazz Suite, Sinfornia Concertante for Saxophone
Quartet, and The Kay Gainacopoulos Saxophone Quartet,
Fee Charged, 920-683-2184
5-
6
Horse-A-Rama, Manitowoc County Expo, The best equine
entertainment, education and trade show in Northeast Wisconsin!
Our 24th annual event will feature ranch sorting & barrel races,
dancing horse, drill team & breed demonstration, plenty of
vendors & seminars, and a HUGE 4-H used tack consignment
area,call Kay Trost for details, 920-242-4416
8 An Evening of Cool Chemistry, UW-Manitowoc, Celebrate a
decade of Cool Chemistry! The 4:30 pm show is for kids 8 and
under and the 6:30 pm show is for kids over 9, only 350 people
will be admitted. 920-683-4700
9 The Wonder of It All: Tree Physiology and Forest Hike,
Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Two Rivers, Learn about the
inner workings of a tree with DNR forester Sue Crowley; presented
by the Dominion Foundation . Fee charged, 1-3:30 pm, for
reservations call 920-793-4007
10-
12
The Sound of Music, Capitol Civic Centre, The Masquers
present this production based on the
life of Maria von Trapp
and her family, Fee Charged,
7:30 pm, 920-682-2184
11 The Brothers Burn Mountain, Greenpower Co-op, Two Rivers,
Americana and Acoustic, Cash beverage bar, doors open at
6 pm, music starts at 7 pm, Fee charged, 920-629-3088
11 Gardening for the Birds: Birdscaping in the Midwest,
Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Two Rivers, Learn about
how native plants can create a bird habitat in your yard!
7-8 pm,Fee includes admission to Bird-Breakfast on
May 12, for reservations call 920-793-4007
11 Free Screening of Green Fire: Aldo Leopold and
a Land Ethic for Our Time
, Mishicot VFW, 314 W.
Main St., The first full length, High Definition film about
this conservationist, his life, and how he has influenced
others. 6 pm, 920-755-2234
12 Lakeshore's Top Comic, Tower Tavern, 602 N. Water Street,
Liysa Callsen emcees this stand up show featuring local and
Midwest comics. Fee Charged, 7:30 pm, 920-682-3922
12 Migration Celebration & Bird Breakfast, Woodland Dunes
Nature Center, Two Rivers, enjoy this salute to spring with bird
banding demonstrations, guided nature hikes and activities.
Fee charged, 8 am-12 pm, 920-793-4007
12 FUNdue Wine Festival, Captain’s Walk Winery, Green Bay,
Join us for this 5 year anniversary celebration. Live music, dancing,
cheese & chocolate fondue, and award-winning wines, of course!
920-431-9255
12 Share the Past Bus Tour of Manitowoc County, Manitowoc
County Heritage Center, Join us on this day-long bus trip as we
explore Manitowoc County's historical treasures, enjoy a catered
lunch and connect with our heritage, Fee Charged, Advanced
Registration Required 9 am-4 pm, 920-684-4445
12-
July
4
Student Show, UW-Manitowoc Founders Hall Gallery,
Showcase of UW-Manitowoc students, FREE, 8 am-
4:30 pm, 920-683-4700
18-
19
Mishicot Village-Wide Rummage Sale, Bargain hunters’
paradise. Lists of items and addresses available at
www.mishicot.org, 920-755-3411
18, 20 36th Annual Midwestern Model Ship & Boat Contest
and Display
, Wisconsin Maritime Museum, Modelers from
throughout the United States Fill the Riverview Room with
exquisite models for the weekend. A modeler’s symposium,
roundtable, and banquet are part of the festivities. 9 am-12 pm,
920-686-0218
19 Breakfast with the Birds, Al Corso Restaurant and Colins
Marsh Nature Center, Cnty Rd. JJ, Reedsville, Join us for a
light breakfast and then head over to the Nature Center for a
birding workshop by Jeff Pritzl, Fee Charged for breakfast,
Workshop FREE, 8 am, 920-772-4258
19-20 In the Spotlight, Capitol Civic Centre, Kaleidoscope Dance
Studio presents its annual recital, Fee Charged, Sat 6:30 pm,
Sun 1 pm, 920-683-2184
23 Bat Monitoring: Lecture and Walk, Woodland Dunes Nature
Center, Two Rivers, Learn how bats can help keep down the
insect population and how you can help monitor bat populations
with Bill Mueller. 6-7pm, 920-793-4007
24 S.S. Badger Carferry Sailing Season Begins, 800-841-4243
24-26 Llama Shearing Days and Bahr Creek Fiber Open House,
Bahr Creek Llamas & Fiber Studio, Cedar Grove, Come watch
the llamas get their annual haircuts and visit the angora goats
and fiber displays, food available, FREE 10 am-5 pm, 920-668-6417
25 Shrine Circus, Manitowoc County Ice Center, Come and see
the Elephants, Raffo’s Tigers, Andrea’s Hair Hang, Motorcycles
and More! Tickets on sale one hour before showtimes, Fee
charged, 4:30 & 7:30 pm, 920-682-2098
25-
26
28 Manitowoc-built Sub Reunion and USS Lagarto Remembrance,
Wisconsin Maritime Museum, Visit with submariners and shipyard
workers who served on or built the Manitowoc submarines. Attend
the USS Lagarto Remembrance Ceremony on Saturday afternoon.
920-686-0218
26 Strategic, Greenpower Co-op, Two Rivers, Pop, rock and punk,
Cash beverage bar, doors open at6 pm, music starts at 7 pm,
Fee charged, 920-629-3088
27 LondonDairy Alpaca Odyssey, 6827 Hwy 147, Two Rivers,
Bring the whole family out to an enchanting day at an alpaca farm.
FREE and Open to the Public, 10 am-3 pm, 920-793-4165,
27 Elvis and the Superstars, Lighthouse Inn Two Rivers, Based in
Branson, MO with performances in 42 states, and featured on
“Oprah”, Network TV and in Las Vegas, Dave Ehlert performs as
Elvis, Neil Diamond, Rod Stewart, Dean Martin and many others.
Fee Charged, 7:30 pm, 800-358-4795
27 NEWPHA WApHC Open Horse Show, Manitowoc County Expo,
Northeastern Wisconsin Pleasure Horse Association presents
a series of open horse shows, held throughtout the summer, 8 am,
920-682-9669
28 Rogers Street Fishing Village opens for the Season, Two Rivers, This historic Village includes the Coast Guard Museum, the North Pier Lighthouse, and information about the Rouse Simmons Christmas Tree Ship, Fee Charged, 920-793-5905
28 Old Fashioned Pie and Ice Cream Social, Manitowoc Heritage
Center, Watch the parade and stop in for homemade pies, ice cream
and refreshments, 9 am, 920-684-4445
28 Memorial Day Parade, 8th Street in Downtown Manitowoc,
9 a.m., 920-482-1643
30 Music on the Farm, Kewaunee Heritage Farm, Listen
to Jerry Krueger Band while enjoying Heritage Food,
6-10 pm, 920-388-0604

JUNE 2012
1, 15 Guided Marsh Tour by Boat, Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Take a pontoon trip down the West Twin River. Relax while learning about the ecosystem and the animals, and plants. 10-11 am, Fee Charged, registration required, 920-793-4007
2 Breakfast in the Forest, Point Beach State Forest, Two Rivers,
Feast on a hot breakfast while enjoying the sights and sounds
of the forest. Included with annual open house, 794-7480,
2 Renaissance Living History-Mermaid’s Retreat, Camp
Sinawa, Valders, Come and observe combat, armored combat,
rapier combat, archery, merchants, Children’s activities and
a wonderful display of birds from Wildlife of Wisconsin and
participate in classes, 10 am-4 pm, 920-921-2423
2 Lakeshore's Top Comic, Tower Tavern, 602 N. Water Street,
Liysa Callsen emcees this stand up show featuring local and
Midwest comics. Fee Charged, 7:30 pm, 920-682-3922
2 Balloon Glow, Manitowoc County Airport, Fun Flight
Fiesta and Night Show, your admission to the Airshow
gets you in to this event for free! Enjoy music and food
under the Big Top, and beautiful hot air balloons outside.
Fee Charged, 5:30 pm, 920-482-1650
2-
3
20th Annual Thunder on the Lakeshore, Manitowoc County
Airport, Northeast Wisconsin’s Premier Airshow featuring top
military and professional aerobatic performers, US & Canadian
military jets
& helicopters, entertainment for the whole family!
Hot Air Balloons launch Sat and Sun at sunrise, Fee Charged,
7 am-6 pm, 920-482-1650
2-
3
Wisconsin Carp Championship, Two Rivers, catch and
release fishing tournament from the shoreline on the banks
of the East and West Twin Rivers, 920-
246-3434
2-
3
Carp Fest, Central Park, Two Rivers,
Enjoy live music, food, refreshments, 920-793-5905
2-
3
Free Fishing Weekend, Throughout Wisconsin. Fish
without a license, all the waters of the state are open,
including state waters of the Great Lakes and rivers
bordering Wisconsin.
3 Grande Mariner Cruise Ship docks near the Wisconsin
Maritime Museum, 8 a.m.-8pm
3 NEWPHA Branch River Riders Horse Show, Manitowoc
County Expo, Northeastern Wisconsin Pleasure Horse
Association presents a series of open horse shows, held
throughtout the summer, 8 am, 920-682-2425
3 Tour of the Bernard Schwartz House, 3425 Adams St.,
Two Rivers, Tours of the Frank
Lloyd Wright house last approx.
one hour. Space
is limited to 20 people and tends to fill up fast,
Fee charged, 3:00 pm, reservations at 612-840-7507, or email
michael@theschwartzhouse.com
5 Transit of Venus, Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Two Rivers,
View the transit of Venus through safely filtered telescopes.
Witness this rare alignment as Venus is silhouetted as a small
black dot gliding slowly across the face of the sun! 5-8:30 pm,
920-793-4007
8 The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, UW-Manitowoc
University Theatre, Enter the magical land of Narnia with Susan,
Edmund, Lucy and Peter, and explore the land behind the
wardrobe door. 6:30 pm, Fee Charged, 920-682-2104
9 22nd Annual Manitowoc Garden Fair, Washington Park,
Manitowoc, Gardener's paradise! Featuring annuals, perennials,
herbs, garden art, fine crafts, antiques, statuary, furniture and
food, rain or shine, FREE, 10 am-3:30 pm. 920-682-2050
9 Odd Wisconsin, Manitowoc County Heritage Center, Erika Janik will
share some fun and surprising stories of the people, places,
and events of Wisconsin’s past that you didn’t learn in school.
Advanced registration is required. Fee Charged, 5:30-7 pm,
920-684-4445
9 S.S. Badger double sailing begins, Fee Charged, 800-841-4243
9 Shoreline Cruise on S.S. Badger, Join us for food, polka music,
and a lovely 2 hour cruise on Lake Michigan, Fee Charged,
800-841-4243
10 Performance Posse 4-H Club Open Gymkhana Horse Show,
Manitowoc County Expo, Open gymkhana/speed horse show
featuring barrel racing, pole bending, plug races , and more!
8 am, FREE to watch, 920-905-5606
10 Breakfast on the Farm, Greendale Dairy LLC, 9605 Greendale
Road, Kiel, More details TBA, Fee Charged, 8 am-12 pm,
920-683-4168
13 The Wonder of It All: Phenology for You, Woodland Dunes
Nature Center, Two RiversVicki Medland of UW-Green Bay will
discuss the study of the timing of natural events. Then enjoy a
hike in the preserve. 10-11:30 am, 920-793-4007
16 8th Annual Great Lakeshore Tractor Rally, Agricultural
Heritage Farm, Hop on you tractor and travel 40 miles of
scenic country roads stopping for lunch along the way!
If you don’t have a tractor you can ride along in a ‘covered’
wagon, 920-388-0145
16 Blue Sky Hour, Zander Park, Two Rivers, Cash beverage bar,
open at 6 pm, Music Starts at 7 pm, Fee charged,
920-629-3088
16 Mariners Trail 10 Year Birthday Celebration, Woodland
Drive Wayside, Memorial Drive, Two Rivers, Join us right
across from Aurora Hospital for live music, art, food and
a Birthday Ceremony from 1-3 pm, FREE, 920-684-0828
16 Old Fashioned Carpentry Workshop, Pinecrest Historical Village,
Create an old fashioned tool box to take home using the historic
tools in Pinecrest’s carpentry shop, Fee Charged, 9 am-4 pm,
920-684-4445
16-
Sept
9
Women from Subjects to Creators, Rahr West Art Museum,
Explore the shift of women in the arts from subjects to creators,
including works from the permanent collection by Rembrandt
Peale, Georgia O- Keeffe, Winifred Godfrey and more, 686-3090
18 Mark Twain, 100 Years Later, Manitowoc Public Library,
Dave Ehlert performs as Mark Twain, America’s Favorite Humorist,
to help tell the tail of Twains Life Story Endorsed by the curator of
the Mark Twain Museum. 6:30 pm, Free, 920-686-3000
20 Music on the Farm, Kewaunee Heritage Farm, Listen
to Mark Jirikovec Band while enjoying Heritage Food,
6-10 pm, 920-388-0604
21-
24
2012 Parade of Homes, Various locations throughout the county,
920-684-6222,
22-23 34th Annual Metro Jam, Washington Park, Manitowoc, Join us
for this yearly, weekend long, music event that always features
a variety of music styles, and sure-to-please entertainment. This
years headliner is Sam Llanas from the BoDeans! 920-683-5980
22-
24,
29-30
The New Champagne Variety Hour, Palace of ReifMills Dinner
Event Theatre, Fee Charged, Fri & Sat Shows at 7 pm, Sun
Shows at 1 pm, 920-732-3172
23 Homegrown Heritage Breakfast, Pinecrest Historical Village,
Visit Pinecrest Historical Village and enjoy a delicious breakfast
of Manitowoc County foods in support of local history preservation,
Fee Charged, 8
am-10 am, 920-684-4445
23 Manitwo Flyers 2nd Annual Fun Fly, Manitwo Flyers RC Park,
3716 East Hillcrest Dr., Two Rivers, come out for this RC Airplane
Fun Fly where all types of planes are welcome, AMA Membership
is required, food and beverages available, spectators welcome,
Small Landing Fee, 8:30 am-4 pm, 920-242-0804, rcs@lsol.net
23, 30 2012 Summer Concert Series, Parallel 44, Kewaunee, Free
outdoor concerts sat from 5-7 pm, 920-388-4400
23-24 20th Annual Lakeshore 2-Cylinder Tractor & Equipment Show, Newton Firefighters Park, including a parade, tractor pulls both days, music, raffles, vendors, displays, and featured Equipment. Contact
Cele Kuehnl, 920-682-9247
24 HFM Maritime Marathon, UW-Manitowoc, Follow this intricately
engineered course, hugging the lakeshore on roads and paved trails
to finish at Port Sandy Bay in Two Rivers.Open to first 800 people
(500 solo runners, and 50 relay teams of two and 50 relay teams of
four). 7 am, 920-320-6580, EBarber@hfmhealh.org
24 NEWPHA SAHA Open Horse Show, Manitowoc County Expo, Northeastern Wisconsin Pleasure Horse Association presents
a series of open horse shows, held throughout the summer,
8 am, 715-526-9246
28 Ice Cream Sundae Thursday, Two Rivers Central Park,
Help celebrate the Birthplace of the Ice Cream Sundae,
serving $.25 ice Cream Sundaes, live music, children's
events and more, 920-793-5590
29-
July 1
Northeastern Wisconsin Great Lakes Sport Fishermen (NEWGLSF) Salmon Derby, Manitowoc Marina, 920-682-0508
29-
July
1
River Rendezvous, Manitowoc Lakeshore & Wisconsin
Maritime Museum, Take a tour or a cruise on the schooner,
get a group of friends or co-workers together to compete in
our Build-a-Boat competition, take a paddle in a voyageur
canoe, and more! 920-686-0218
29 Cool City Classic Car Cruise from UW-Manitowoc to
Downtown Two Rivers, Check out all the cars during this
annual parade. Last years lasted about
an hour and included
about 400 cars, FREE to watch, Fee to participate, starts
at
6 pm, 920-794-1351
30 Cool City Classic Car Show, Downtown Two Rivers,
Over 200 beautiful classic cars will be parked along 5 blocks
downtown, entertainment and food booths make this a fun
family activity, Free to view; Fee to show vehicles,9am-3 pm,
920-794-1482,
FREE to view, Fee for show cars, 920-794-1351
30 Bow to Stern Build-a-Boat Challenge, Wisconsin Maritime
Museum, Get a group of 3-6 friends and build your own boat
and race it the same day! Most materials provided, bring your
own tools, Entry Fee charged, 920-684-0218 x 115
30 7th Annual Luncheon & Style Show, Agricultural Heritage
Farm, Dress up, grab your hat or come as you are and enjoy
the hospitality hour featuring wines, lunch, and entertainment,
at this themed luncheon, 920-388-0145


JULY 2012
2-8 2012 U.S. Women's Open Championship, Black Wolf Run,
Sheboygan, The 2012 U.S. Women’s Open will be contested on the Original Championship Course at Blackwolf Run® — the masterpiece of legendary designer Pete Dye. This Open will be the second USGA championship staged at Blackwolf Run. The 1998 U.S. Women’s Open at Blackwolf Run was won by Se Ri Pak.
4 Two Rivers 4th of July Celebration, Walsh Field, music & concessions, 6 pm-dusk, fireworks at dusk, 920-793-5590,
4 Manitowoc City Picnic & Fireworks, Washington Park,
12-4 pm, fireworks at dusk on Manitowoc lakefront,
920-683-4530.
6, 20 Guided Marsh Tour by Boat, Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Take a pontoon trip down the West Twin River. Relax while learning about the ecosystem and the animals, and plants. 10-11 am, Fee Charged, registration required, 920-793-4007
7,
14,
21,
28
2012 Summer Concert Series, Parallel 44, Kewaunee, Free
outdoor concerts sat from 5-7 pm, 920-388-4400
14 Krazy Daze, Downtown Manitowoc, Join us for this annual
Manitowoc tradition. Stroll Manitowoc’s downtown area for
great bargains, entertainment and food, 8 am-5 pm, 920-684-3006
14 German Fest, Pinecrest Historical Village, Celebrate
our area’s heritage with traditional crafts, activities, and
demonstrations from Noon-5 pm and an evening dance
from 4 pm-7 pm, 684-4445
14 Ladies' Fest, von Stiehl Winery, Algoma, Commemorative
Wine Glass f illed up twice, a Truffle, Cuisine, & Mini Massage!
Shopping fair and local cuisine, Fee Charged, 11 am-7 pm,
800-955-5208
14-15 NE District 4-H Open Horse Show, Manitowoc County Expo,
Two-day open horse show featuring english & western halter,
showmanship and pleasure riding events on Sat, gymkhana/
speed events on Sun, 8 am, 920-863-3102
15 3rd Annual HFM Nocturnal Bike Ride, Neshotah Park
Two Rivers, Scenic 21-mile round trip ride under the stars
along the shores of Lake Michigan, 3:30 am-7 am, Riders
must be checked in by 3: 15 am, Registration begins
May 1, call Liysa Callsen to get your registration form.
(920) 320-6583
19 Adventure Nature Race for Kids! Woodland Dunes Nature
Center, Teams are 4 children and 1 adult. Race through the
preserve while completing 7 challenges, while seeing how
much you can remember, $15 per team check in at 10 am,
start at 10:30 am, register by July 9th, 920-793-4007
20 Evening in the Garden, Aurora Medical Center, Enjoy live
music, excellent cuisine, and beautiful surroundings of the
Healing Garden, 6-10 pm, Fee Charged, 920-794-5158
20-22 Two Rivers Fish Derby & Festival, Walsh Field, Two Rivers,
Live music, Fish Fantasy Parade on Sat. at 1 pm, children's
activities, food, raffles, over $10,000 in prizes, Fri 9 am thru
Sun at 3 pm, Fish Fantasy Parade July 21, Five live bands
throughout the weekend. East side of Two Rivers and
Neshotah Park, 920-553-3956,
21 USS COBIA Family Overnight, Wisconsin Maritime Museum,
reservations required, 7 pm-8 am, 920-684-0218
21 Acoustic Fest, Washington Park, Manitowoc, showcasing
diverse and accomplished acoustic musicians, including
local artists, 11 am-9 pm
21-22 Manitowoc county 4-H Open Horse Show, Manitowoc County Expo,
Two-day open horse show featuring english & western halter,
showmanship and pleasure riding events on Sat, gymkhana/
speed events on Sun, 8 am, 920-493-3349
21-22 Scenic Shore 150 Bike Tour, 2-day cycling event that is
open to riders of all ages and abilities and fund raiser for the
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 800-261-7399 ex 4226
25 Music on the Farm, Kewaunee Heritage Farm, Listen
to Bob Kuether Band while enjoying Heritage Food,
6-10 pm, 920-388-0604
25 Adult Program: Kids in Nature, Woodland Dunes Nature
Center, Two Rivers, Kelly Vorron will explain the importance
of nature in children’s lives. Watch the movie Mother Nature’s
Child, and look at the opportunities offered for children’s
outdoor activities. 6:30-8:30 pm, Donations excepted, register
by July 18th, 920-793-4007
26-28 Night, Mother, UW-Manitowoc, University Theatre, This
eloquent enthralling and ultimately shattering play explores
the final hour of a young woman’s life. Mature themes, Fee
charged, 7:30 pm, 920-683-4700
26-
29
Riverfest, Mishicot Village Park, FREE, 920-755-3411
27,
28
Relay for Life, Two Rivers High School, Fundraiser for the
American Cancer Society, begins at 6 pm and ends at 10 am,
920-323-3017 or 920-242-6008
28 4th Annual Street Party, Fat Seagull, 807 Quay Street, Manitowoc, Were closing Quay St. from S. 9th to S. 8th and presenting two bands; Charlie Bucket & Strawberry Jam. There will be food, a charity dunk tank, sports, games, and prizes! FREE, 12- 10 pm, 920-242-6973
28-
29
Manitowalk in the Park XII-Disc Golf Tournament,
Silver Creek Park and Lower Cato Falls Parks, More than
200 players go for $25,000 in cash and prizes, spectators
are welcome, 8 am-6 pm, 920-629-9997
28-
Aug
19
Members and Manitowoc County Artists Exhibit, Rahr-West
Art Museum, Local artists and RWAM membership showcase
their artistic talents. 920-686-3090
29 Music Under the Stars: A Summer Serenade, Central Park,
Two Rivers, Join the UW-Manitowoc Lakeshore Wind Ensemble for this FREE summer concert, 7 pm, 920-683-2184


AUGUST 2012
3 Community Care Day, Two Rivers, Provides an opportunity
for residents and visitors to have a closer look at the groups
and organizations that provide health, safety and services to
our community
3 Maxwell Street Day and Ping Pong Ball Drop, Downtown
Two Rivers, Visit merchants' downtown for great buys, and grab
a Ping Pong Ball for even more savings, 920-794-1482
3-5 Lakeshore Weekend, Manitowoc Lakefront, Benefit for
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, music, games, raffles,
pancake breakfast, food booths, and fun children’t activities,
920-683-0202
3, 11 USS COBIA Family Overnight, Wisconsin Maritime Museum,
reservations required, 7 pm-8 am, 920-684-0218
3, 17 Guided Marsh Tour by Boat, Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Take a pontoon trip down the West Twin River. Relax while learning about the ecosystem and the animals, and plants. 10-11 am, Fee Charged, registration required, 920-793-4007
4-5 Czech Fest/ Kolache Fest, Agricultural Heritage Farm,
Welcome to the largest Czech Festival in Northeastern
Wisconsin! Two day and evenings of Czech food, Kolache
baking demonstrations and sales, Czech music, beer gardens,
vendors and displays. Sunday Polka Mass followed by dinner
and music, 920-388-0145
4,
11,
18
2012 Summer Concert Series, Parallel 44, Kewaunee, Free
outdoor concerts sat from 5-7 pm, 920-388-4400
5 Tour of the Bernard Schwartz House, 3425 Adams St., Two
Rivers, Tours of the Frank
Lloyd Wright house last approx. one
hour. Space
is limited to 20 people and tends to fill up fast, Fee
charged, 3:00 pm, reservations at 612-840-7507, or email michael@theschwartzhouse.com
10-
11
Rogers Street Days, Rogers Street Fishing Village, Two Rivers,
A museum fundraiser and community celebration featuring live
music, smelt, burgers, brats, beverages, crawfish, kayak parade
and games for kids, Fri: 5-10 pm, Sat: Noon-10 pm, 920-793-5905
11 1870's Village Fair, Pinecrest Historical Village, Join in the re-creation
of an 1870’s county fair with livestock judging, games, contests,
guest speakers, and historic trade demonstrations, Fee Charged,
10 am-4 pm, 920-684-4445
11 5th Annual Carol Rose Wester Memorial Race, Red Arrow Park,
2 and 5 mile run and walk, concessions, onsite raffle and post-race
massages. 8 am-12 pm, 920-585-4380
11 Lakeshore Nights Car Show, Walsh Field, Two Rivers, An event
for all car enthusiasts! Early bird, long distance & club participation
plaques, door prizes, 50/50 raffle and best of show, dunk tank and
tire tossing contest, 8 am-3 pm, 920-794-7402
12 NEWPHA Finale Open Horse Show, Manitowoc County Expo,
Northeastern Wisconsin Pleasure Horse Association presents
the last of series of open horse shows, held throughout the
summer, 8 am, 920-606-5230
17 West of East, Zander Park, Two Rivers, Americana, Acoustic,
Folk and Alt-Country, Cash beverage bar, open at 6 pm, Music
Starts at 7 pm, Fee charged, 920-629-3088
17-
19,
24-25
Grandpa's Good Old Days, Palace of Reif Mills Dinner Theatre,
Fee Charged, Fri and Sat 7 pm, Sun 1 pm, 920-732-3172
18 Butterfly Garden Festival, Woodland Dunes Nature Center,
Two Rivers, Learn about butterflies and the plants that attract
them. Butterfly and caterpillar displays, monarch tagging,
garden talks,\ and butterfly hikes make this a fun family event,
Fee Charged, 9 am-12 pm, 920-793-4007
21 Grande Mariner Cruise Ship docks near the Wisconsin
Maritime Museum, 8 a.m.-8pm
21-
26
Manitowoc County Fair, Manitowoc County Expo,
Ag exhibits, youth exhibits, displays, rides, musical
entertainment, and food make this year's county fair
a don't miss family event. 920-683-4378
20 Music on the Farm, Kewaunee Heritage Farm, Listen
to Mark Jirikovec Band while enjoying Heritage Food,
6-10 pm, 920-388-0604
24-25 Manitowoc/Two Rivers YMCA Triathlon, Manitowoc Lakefront,
¼-mile swim in the Manitowoc harbor; 15-mile bike race on county
roads; 5k-run along Mariners Trail. Youth Triathlon on Friday, Adult
and Team Triathlon on Sat 7 am, 920-682-0341
24-26 Moosefest, Smiling Moose Saloon and Grill, Osman, 920-726-4311
25 Woodland Dunes Concert Series, Woodland Dunes Nature
Center, We’re teaming up with Golden Ring Music to present
the lakeshore’s finest showcase for Folk & Acoustic Music.
This week Wild2N and Fritz S, 920-793-4007


SEPTEMBER 2012
1-
2
Kites Over Lake Michigan, Neshotah Beach, Two Rivers,
Fun festival for everyone, featuring huge show kites flying
over the lake, banners along the beach, kite demos, events
for the kids, Sat night kite fly and bonfire on the beach,
920-793-9599
3 S.S. Badger Carferry double sailing ends, 800-841-4243
7, 21 Guided Marsh Tour by Boat, Woodland Dunes Nature Center,
Take a pontoon trip down the West Twin River. Relax while learning
about the ecosystem and the animals, and plants. 10-11 am, Fee
Charged, registration required, 920-793-4007
7-9 Campfest, Manitowoc County Expo, Family camping
event that offers music, food, games and activities designed
to let Expo customers know how much their business is
appreciated, Fee Charged, 920-434-2380
8 6th Annual Pig to Pig Walk, Fox’s Piggly Wiggly Manitowoc
& Two Rivers Piggly Wiggly, This 6 mile walk/run along beautiful
Lake Michigan on Mariner’s Trail includes door prizes, food and
refreshments, music, and a raffle before the walk! For Habitat for
Humanity. Fee Charged, 920-682-4931 or 920-794-8931
8 Woodland Dunes Concert Series, Woodland Dunes Nature
Center, We’re teaming up with Golden Ring Music to present
the lakeshore’s finest showcase for Folk & Acoustic Music.
This week Pete Jonsson, 920-793-4007
8 Lobsterfest, Washington Park, Manitowoc, join us for
a traditional “Live” Maine Lobster dinner. Live entertainment,
50/50 cash raffles every hour, theme table competitions and
non-lobster food served all evening along with your favorite
beverages. Come join your friends for a wonderful evening
of fun, 4-9 pm, 920-758-9196
8 Sputnikfest, Rahr-West Art Museum, This quirky festival
commemorates the Russian Sputnik IV satellite piece that
landed here in Manitowoc in 1962. Festivities include family
activities, costume contest, Miss Space Debris Pageant,
food, juried art fair, entertainment and lot more spacey fun!
920-686-3090,
8 Annual FFA Tractor Pull, Agricultural Heritage Farm,
Join us for this fun event Sponsored by the Kewaunee
FFA Alumni920-388-0145
8-9 Tractor Show & Thresheree, Newton Firefighter’s Park,
Steam engines, vintage farm tractors, motors, horse-mule
demonstrations, blacksmith, garden tractors, kids activities,
antique trucks and automobiles. Breakfast is from 8-10 am
both days. Lunch is 11 am-7 pm Sat, and 11 am-4 pm on Sun
14-15 Wet Whistle Wine Fest, von Stiehl Winery, Algoma, Grape
Stomp, Wine Tasting, Music by The Groove Hogs (reunion
concert) and more! Specialty Foods and
Fine Art Fair, Fee
Charged, Fri 3-7 pm, Sat 10 am-
6 pm, 800-955-5208
14-16 AKC Agility Trial, Manitowoc County Kennel Club,
40 Albert Dr., Join us for an American Kennel Club Agility
Trial., Fri 4-8 pm, Sat & Sun 8 am-4 pm, 920-684-1911
15 Kurtz’s Oktoberfest, Downtown Two Rivers, beer
tent and festivities to celebrate the harvest,11 am-8 pm,
920-793-1222
15 2012 Fall Harvest Fest, Parallel 44, Kewaunee, Enjoy
the Fall Colors with a traditional Grape Stomp, Vineyard
Tours, gourmet Food, Wine Sampling and Live music.
12-6 pm, 920-388-4400, www.parallel44.com
15 Country Supper Woodstove Cooking Workshop, Pinecrest
Historical Village, Learn to use a woodstove as you work together
to prepare a meal, Fee charged, 3-6 pm, 920-684-4445
15 Ethnic Fest, Downtown Two Rivers,Come for the music
and dance, enjoy the food and shop the many vendors
selling items from every continent. Parade, food, live
entertainment, FREE, 9 am-5 pm, 794-1482
15 Breakfast with the Bison, Lincoln Park,
Cabin 2, Manitowoc, Join us for a Pancake
Breakfast with the Pancake Brothers and fun
events at the Zoo. 9am-2 pm, 683-1828,
15-16 Manitowoc Kennel Club Dog Show, Manitowoc County Expo.,
Sat and Sun 8 am-4 pm, 920-684-5419
22 History Afield, Manitowoc County Heritage Center, Stories of
sportsmen past with author Robert Willging. Meal to
follow, Fee charged, 3-6 pm, 920-684-4445
22 Walk for Kindness, Lakeshore Humane Society, Bring
your dog or treat one from the shelter to a 1 mile walk
through Lincoln Park and back, rain or shine. Fee to walk
and donations encouraged. 920-684-5401
22-
23
Agricultural Heritage Days, Luxemburg Fair Grounds,
Kewaunee, Old time threshing, tractor pulling, dinners
prepared by our Heritage cooks on old time cook stoves!
920-323-3323
22-23 National Alpaca Farm Days, LondonDairy Alpaca Ranch,
6827 Hwy 147, Two Rivers, Bring the whole family out to an
enchanting day at an alpaca farm. FREE and open to the
public, 10 am- 3 pm, 920-793-4165
26 Music on the Farm, Kewaunee Heritage Farm, Listen
to Musical Brass while enjoying Heritage Food,
6-10 pm, 920-388-0604
29 Home Brewing Workshop, Pinecrest Historical Village,
Fee charged, times TBA, 920-684-4445


OCTOBER 2012
5,
12,
19,
26
4th Annual Maritime History Ghost Walk, Wisconsin Maritime
Museum, This is a unique Halloween experience. Hear true Lake
Michigan tales with an eerie twist. Not for small children, Call for
reservations, 920-684-0218
6 Commodore’s Ball, Wisconsin Maritime Museum, This has
become the “not-to-be-missed” event on
the Lakeshore. This
fundraising event features international cuisine, unique silent
auctions, a live auction, and dancing! Space is limited, Fee
charged, for reservations call 920-684-0218
6 Harvest Fest/Manitowalker, Downtown Manitowoc, Start the
day with a walking or running race. Then enjoy events throughout
downtown including sales at quaint shops, the farmers market,
and entertainment, 8 am-4 pm, Free, 920-482-1643,
6 Enchanted Forest, Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Two Rivers,
Wear your costumes or warm clothing for a self-guided outdoor
hike and indoor refreshments, apple-bobbing and holiday fun
(educational event, not a scary one) times given when you
pre-register, Fee Charged, 920-793-4007
6-28 The Art of Tablesettings, Rahr-West Art Museum, Table
arrangements created by community members is a treasured
icon of thematic displays that bring back memories and offer
new ideas, 920-686-3090
7 Oktoberfest, Agricultural Heritage Farm, Father Bill will give
a Polka Mass, then go to the ‘tapping of the keg’, enjoy German
music, food, bakery, demonstrations, exhibits, and a dance with
the Jerry Voelker Band, 920-388-0145
7 Tour of the Bernard Schwartz House, 3425 Adams St., Two
Rivers, Tours of the Frank
Lloyd Wright house last approx. one
hour. Space
is limited to 20 people and tends to fill up fast, Fee
Charged 3:00 pm,Fee charged, 3:00 pm, reservations at
612-840-7507,
or email michael@theschwartzhouse.com
13 Night of Astronomy, Rogers Street Fishing Village,
More Details to Come, 7 pm, 920-793-5905
13 Blacksmithing Workshop, Pinecrest Historical Village,
Learn the basic techniques of blacksmithing and create
your own project to take home. Advanced registration is
required, Fee Charged, 9 am-4 pm, 920-684-4445
13 Applefest, Two Rivers Central Park, Come celebrate the harvest
with fresh apples, deserts, crafts, entertainment and more! 9 am-
5 pm, 920-794-1482
14 S.S. Badger Carferry Sailing Season Ends,
800-841-4243, www.ssbadger.com
18 Frank J. Hess & Sons Cooperage, Manitowoc County
Heritage Center, Discover the story, the artifacts and the
tools used for manufacturing white oak barrels used by
Wisconsin Breweries of the past. Fee Charged, 7 pm,
920-684-4445
19-20,
26
Halloween Haunted Barn, Lincoln Park Zoo, Maze of frights and fun in the Big Red Barn, refreshments, games and a haunted trail for the brave! For ghouls and goblins 5 and up, Fee Charged, 5-9 pm, 920-683-4685
20 Music of the Masters: The Lakeshore Wind Ensemble,
Capitol Civic Centre, Join us when we present selections
from The Sinfonians, Sweeny Todd, The Pines of Rome,
and Warsaw Concerto. Fee charged, 7:30 pm, 920-683-2184
20 Owlfest, Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Two Rivers, See
charming saw-whet owls, learn about raptors from an expert,
participate in nature hikes and children’s activities, learn from
displays, watch owl-banding demos and enjoy refreshment.
Fee Charged, 8 am-noon, 920-793-4007
20 25th Annual Pumpkinfest, Downtown Mishicot, Fun day
with music, food, games, pumpkin pancakes at the school,
Clydesdale Horse & Wagon rides, arts
& crafts, Giant Pumpkin
Weigh-off, pumpkin baking contest, pumpkin carving & decorating
contest,
& parade at noon, 8 am-4 pm, FREE, 920-755-2525
24 Pinecrest Historical Village Closes for the Season,
920-684-4445,
26-
28,
Nov
2-3
Bonkers for the Badger State, Palace of Reif Mills
Dinner Event Theatre, Fee Charged, Fri and Sat 7 pm,
Sun 1 pm, 920-732-3172
27 Oktoberfest with Saturday Polka Mass, Kewaunee Heritage
Farm, German Food Demonstrations and Exhibits, German
Dinner and Dancing, Mass, 920-388-0604
27 2nd Annual Monster Dash, Aurora Medical Center,
Exciting 5K run/walk whtat includes a classic road
race for 1.5 miles then run the final half of the race
on the scenic trails of Woodland Dunes and Ice Age
Trail, 8 am registration, Fee Charged, 920-794-5158
31 Spooky Spectacular, Walsh Field, Two Rivers,
6:30-8 pm, 920-793-5593


NOVEMBER 2012
3 Here’s Johnny, The lyrical Genius of Johnny Mercer:
The Lakeshore Big Band,
Capitol Civic Centre, From At
Last
to Moon River, Featuring the Mike-rophones female
vocal quartet. Fee charged, 7:30 pm, 920-683-2184
10 Speak Up: History of Wisconsin Radio, Manitowoc
County Heritage Center, Randall Davidson provides the
first comprehensive history of the University of WI radio
station, WHA; affiliated with WLBL & post WWII FM
stations that became Wisconsin Public Radio. 5:30 pm,
Fee Charged, pre registration required, contact Amy Meyer
at 920-684-4445
15-16 Holiday on the Lakeshore, Holiday Inn, Manitowoc, Start
your holiday shopping out right at this years Service League’s
30th Annual fundraising event. Over 50 + retailers and artists
inside, Fri 2-9 pm, Sat 9 am-4 pm. 920-684-6101
21 Lakeshore Holiday Parade, Downtown Manitowoc,
6:30 pm, 920-686-6980
21-
Jan 6
Christmas in the Mansion, Rahr-West Art Museum,
Beautiful displays in a splendid Victorian Mansion setting.
Each room is decorated by talented area volunteers,
offering a visual feast. 920-686-3090
23,
24
Rouse Simmons Day: 100 Year Celebration , Rogers Street
Fishing Village, Two Rivers, commemorating the Rouse Simmons
Christmas Tree Ship, 10 am reception and tour of the Museum,
1 pm, reenactment of the Rouse Simmons Arrival, Fri includes
2 & 7 pm Musical “The Christmas Schooner” as well as a
German Dinner (reservations required) and Sat includes Reception,
a visit with Santa, decorated trees and at 5:30 pm a Christmas
Parade Call 920-793-5905 or 920-794-7897 for reservations and more
information
23-25 Alpaca Ranch Holiday Open House, LondonDairy
6827 Hwy 147, Two Rivers, Bring the whole family
out to an enchanted day at an alpaca farm. FREE
and open to the public, 10 am- 3 pm, 920-793-4165
24 Santa Saturdays, Downtown Manitowoc, Local businesses
will be decking the halls for this yearly event. Meet Santa, who
will be visiting shops Sat mornings, and in his workshop Sat
afternoons! FREE, 920-686-9259
24 Christmas Fantasy Parade, Downtown Two Rivers, The parade
travels along Washington Street from 22nd Street to 16th Street,
Santa is always on the last float, Join Santa after the parade in
the J.E. Hamilton Community House, and have a hot chocolate!
5:30 pm, 920-794-1482
30 Festival of Christmas: UW-Manitowoc Lakeshore Wind
Ensemble
, Capitol Civic Centre, Christmas Intrada and
Celebration, Festival of Christmas Children’s Choir, and
Tom Zalaski as the narrator. Fee charged, 7:30 pm,
920-683-2184
30 Wonder of Christmas, Trinity Alliance Church, 3121 Nagle Ave.,
Manitowoc, View over 500 Nativity Scenes of all sizes and from
all over the world. Free, Fri & Sat 10 am-7 pm, Sun Noon-4:30 pm,
group tours available, call to schedule, 920-684-0828

DECEMBER 2012
TBA Christmas at the Museum, Mishicot Historical Museum,
Delightful decorations and musical performances by local
talent. Details TBA, 920-755-3411
1 Christmas in the Village, Downtown Mishicot, Craft show
at Mishicot VFW, FREE, 920-755-2525
1 Christmas in the Country, Agricultural Heritage Farm, Visit
Santa, make tree ornaments, shop for your holiday cookies
and candies and have lunch amongst the festive country
decorations. 920-388-0145
1, 8,
15
Santa Saturdays, Downtown Manitowoc, Local businesses
will be decking the halls for this yearly event. Meet Santa, who
will be visiting shops Sat mornings, and in his workshop Sat
afternoons! FREE, 920-686-9259
1-2,
8-9, 15-16
Timm House Christmas Celebration, 1600 Wisconsin
Ave. New Holstein, Enjoy the beauty and sparkle of a
winter wonderland. 1st floor is filled with trees and decorations
appropriate for the home.Fee Charged, 1-4 pm (except 16th
from 11am-3 pm) or by appointment, 920-898-4100
1-2,
7-9
Wonder of Christmas, Trinity Alliance Church, 3121 Nagle Ave.,
Manitowoc, View over 500 Nativity Scenes of all sizes and from
all over the world. Free, Fri & Sat 10 am-7 pm, Sun Noon-4:30 pm,
group tours available, call to schedule, 920-684-0828
2 Tour of the Bernard Schwartz House, 3425 Adams St., Two
Rivers, Tours of the Frank
Lloyd Wright house last approx. one
hour. Space
is limited to 20 people and tends to fill up fast, Fee
charged, 3:00 pm, reservations at 612-840-7507,
or email michael@theschwartzhouse.com
7-8,
14- 16
A Cowboy Christmas, Palace of Reif Mills Dinner Theatre,
Fee Charged, Fri & Sat Shows at 7 pm, Sun Shows at 1 pm,
920-732-3172,
8 Christmas Tree Ship Celebration, Wisconsin Maritime
Museum, Celebrate Christmas in a nautical way! Learn about
schooners, Santa arrives on a boat with Christmas trees, and
make a craft too! 920-684-0218
8-9 A Holiday in History, Pinecrest Historical Village, Celebrate
the holiday traditions of the past with sleigh rides, live holiday
music, beautiful decorations and family activities in our stove-
heated buildings. Fee Charged, 11 am-3 pm, 920-684-4445
8-
Jan
20
Ladies of the Lake Quilts, Rahr-West Art Museum, Join this
local quilting group in presenting a variety of quilting patterns
and designs.

JANUARY 2013
19 Lakeshore Wind Ensemble & Big Band Pops, Capitol Civic Centre,
From Judy Garland in The Wizard of Oz to Liza Minnelli in Cabaret,
7:30 pm, 920-683-2184


FEBRUARY 2013
22-24 Fire & Ice Game Convention, Manitowoc County Expo, A little game convention with BIG fun for everyone. All admission costs are paid at the convention and doors open one hour before first slot each day. Fri 2-11 pm, Sat 9 am-11 pm, Sun 9 am-9 pm, Fee Charged



MARCH 2013
10 The Winds of March: UW-Manitowoc Lakeshore Wind Ensemble,
Capitol Civic Centre, Community Service Award Presentation,
Symphonic Dances from Fiddler on the Roof, Finale from the
“New World” Symphony, and featuring John Salerno and others.
Fee charged, 7:30 pm, 920-683-2184


APRIL 2013
13 The Legendary Musical Magic of Barbra Streisand:
Lakeshore Big Band
, Capitol Civic Centre, Featuring the
“Mike-rophones” female vocal quartet & LBB Vocal soloists
performing some of Barbra’s most famous hits. Fee charged,
7:30 pm, 920-683-2184


MAY 2013
4 Tribute to the Armed Forces Past and Present: UW-Manitowoc
Lakeshore Wind Ensemble
, Capitol Civic Centre, Join us for Music
inspired by the Military from Normandy to Miss Saigon, , 7:30 pm,
920-683-2184


JULY 2013
28 Music Under the Stars: A Summer Serenade, Central Park,
Two Rivers, Join us for this FREE summer concert, 7 pm,
920-683-2184