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Community Calendar

MAY 2010

Majority of information provided by Fond du Lac Area Convention and Visitors Bureau

1 "A Before Mother's Day" Art & Craft Show
FDL Cty Fairgrounds Rec. Bldg, Hwy 45-S
9-3pm
Adults $1, under 10 free with parent
920-906-6663
www.fdlrecdept.com
A quality show featuring unique handmade gifts and home decorating ideas.

2 Children's Chorale Spring Concert
Windhover Center for the Arts, 51 Sheboygan St
4pm
$6
920-921-5410
info@windhovercenter.org
www.windhovercenter.org


2 Cabaret-an evening of popular music
UW-FDL Commons, 400 University Drive
7pm
$6 adults, $3 students
920-929-1111
www.fdl.uwc.edu/news/4-19-2010.html
An entertaining night of popular music including jazz, show tunes, and “oldies" performed by UW-FDL Chorus and vocal jazz ensemble

4 Big Band Tuesdays
Windhover Center for the Arts, 51 Sheboygan St
7:30-10pm
Free admission
920-921-5410
www.windhovercenter.org
Music by Lighthouse Big Band.

5 Windhover Wednesday
Windhover Center for the Arts, 51 Sheboygan St
11:30-1:30pm
Free admission
920-921-5410
www.windhovercenter.org
Enjoy some of the area's finest music and enjoy great cuisine served up by Fond du Latte. Lunch specials include: fresh sandwiches, salads, desserts, coffee/tea, wine, and other refreshments. Great midweek break or get together with friends.

7 - 8 Farmers Market
Forest Mall, 835 W Johnson Street
Fri 2-9pm, Sat 9-5pm
Free admission
920-922-5730
The market offers fresh, locally grown produce, delicious home-baked goods, tasty jams, arts and crafts, and much more.

7 - 9 Mother's Day Make and Take
Children's Museum of Fond du Lac, 51 Sheboygan Street
Wed-Thurs 9-5pm, Fri 9-7pm, Sat-Sun 10-4pm
$4 + cost of project
www.childrensmuseumfdl.org


7 - 8 Green Thumb Garden Club Plant Sale
552 Vermont, 2 blocks N of Scott St & 1 block W of Hickory St
8:30-6pm
Free admission
920-923-6085
www.greenthumbgardenclub.org
Rain or shine. Enjoy a free tour of Sandra's Gardens as you shop. Green Thumb Garden Club decorates a portion of the Galloway Mansion for their Christmas event.

7 - 9 USA Central District Tryouts
FDL Blue Line Family Ice Center, 550 Fond du Lac Avenue
Admission
920-923-1805
www.fdlblueline.com


8 The Second City Comedy Troupe
FDL High School PAC, 801 Campus Drive
7:30pm
$25
920-926-5395
astop@astop.org
www.astop.org
America's Greatest Comedy Theatre. The 50th Anniversary Tour is one show-fifty years-a million laughs.

9 Mother's Day Candlelight Dinner and Tour
Historic Octagon House, 276 Linden St
1pm
$45
Reservations required.
920-923-5656
costumes@charter.net
www.octagonhousefdl.com
Enjoy a 5-course dinner starting at 1pm sharp, followed by a tour of this historic home. Explore secret passageways, escape through the underground tunnel as seen on the History channel. Limited seating available. For an added treat dress up. Victorian costumes are available on site. Allow an hour before dining to select your attire and an additional $25 per person for rental of your ensemble. Tickets may be purchased with a major credit card.

9 Lakeside Spirit Cruises
Lakeside Park Marina, N Park Ave

Reservations required.
920-923-3010
info@lakesidespirit.com
www.lakesidespirit.com
Cruises on the Lakeside Spirit begin Mother's Day and continue through September 30. Check the website for details or call 800-937-9123 for more information.

12 Windhover Wednesday
Windhover Center for the Arts, 51 Sheboygan St
11:30-1:30pm
Free admission
920-921-5410
www.windhovercenter.org
Enjoy some of the area's finest music and enjoy great cuisine served up by Fond du Latte. Lunch specials include: fresh sandwiches, salads, desserts, coffee/tea, wine, and other refreshments. Great midweek break or get together with friends.

14 Lakeside Spirit Friday Fish Fry Cruises
Lakeside Park, N Park Ave.

Reservations required.
920-923-3010
info@lakesidespirit.com
www.lakesidespirit.com
Cruise aboard the Lakeside Spirit and enjoy a menu of baked or fried fish with all the fixins. Fish Fry cruises every Friday through September. Check the website for details or call 800-937-9123 for more information.

14 - 15 Farmers Market
Forest Mall, 835 W Johnson Street
Fri 2-9pm, Sat 9-5pm
Free admission
920-922-5730
The market offers fresh, locally grown produce, delicious home-baked goods, tasty jams, arts and crafts, and much more.

14 - 16 Spring Vintage Weekend
Road America, Elkhart Lake

800-365-7223
www.roadamerica.com


15 Lakeside Spirit Dinner Cruise
Lakeside Park, N. Park Ave

Reservations required.
920-923-3010
info@lakesidespirit.com
www.lakesidespirit.com
Cruise aboard the Lakeside Spirit and enjoy mouthwatering food and refreshing beverages in a relaxed atmosphere. Dinner cruises every Saturday through September. Check the website for details or call 800-937-9123 for more information.

15 - 16 Far End of the Lake Rendezvous
Galloway West Grounds, 336 Old Pioneer Rd
Sat 9-5pm, Sun 9-4pm
$5, children 6 & under free
920-922-0991
fdlhistory1@yahoo.com
www.fdlvous.com
Living history prior to 1840. Demonstrations include flintknapping, spinning, candlemaking, natural dyeing, currency of the time, blacksmithing, old-time taffy pull and more. Music at various times. Food and beverages include fry bread, prairie dogs and beer. Galloway Village also open.

15 Founding Mothers Cemetery Tour
Rienzi Cemetery, Hwy K
9:30am
$5; children 12 & under free
sifonddulac@soroptimist.net
This walking tour of historic Rienzi Cemetery will feature stories about the women who helped build our communities. Actresses will portray several of the 'Founding Mothers.' Refreshments provided.

15 Farmers Market
Western Ave and Linden St
6:30am-noon
Free admission
920-921-9500


16 A Diamond Jubilee--Celebrating 60 Years in Song
St. Paul's Cathedral, 15 W Division St.
2pm
Free admission
Come join the FDL Women's Chorus as we celebrate our 60th anniversary with a special concert--featuring favorite songs from through the years--followed by a reception with refreshments. Special guests will include former directors, accompanists, and members. Director--David Simmons. Accompanist--Evelyn Carlson.

16 Friesland Mens Chorus
Church of Our Saviour, 363 S Main St
2-3:15pm
Free admission
53 Voice, Mens Gospel Chorus will present their 2010 Concert. Free will offering will be taken for the Church. Finger Food will be available.

18 Big Band Tuesdays
Windhover Center for the Arts, 51 Sheboygan St
7:30-10pm
Free admission
920-921-5410
www.windhovercenter.org
Music by Lighthouse Big Band.

19 Windhover Wednesday
Windhover Center for the Arts, 51 Sheboygan St
11:30-1:30pm
Free admission
920-921-5410
www.windhovercenter.org
Enjoy some of the area's finest music and enjoy great cuisine served up by Fond du Latte. Lunch specials include: fresh sandwiches, salads, desserts, coffee/tea, wine, and other refreshments. Great midweek break or get together with friends.

21 - 22 Farmers Market
Forest Mall, 835 W Johnson Street
Fri 2-9pm, Sat 9-5pm
Free admission
920-922-5730
The market offers fresh, locally grown produce, delicious home-baked goods, tasty jams, arts and crafts, and much more.

22 Farmers Market
Western Ave and Linden St
6:30am-noon
Free admission
920-921-9500


22 Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet
Larry's New Shooters Club, 101 N Main St
11am
Free admission
920-924-9949 or 920-286-2851
mkralovetz@yahoo.com
Motorcycle show, swap meet and poker run. There will also be a brat fry, 50/50 raffles, and door prizes. Live music by local band Skif at 7pm.

26 Windhover Wednesday
Windhover Center for the Arts, 51 Sheboygan St
11:30-1:30pm
Free admission
920-921-5410
www.windhovercenter.org
Enjoy some the of area's finest music and enjoy great cuisine served up by Fond du Latte. Lunch specials include: fresh sandwiches, salads, desserts, coffee/tea, wine, and other refreshments. Great midweek break or get together with friends.

27 Full Moon Paranormal Dinner Tours
Historic Octagon House, 276 Linden St
6pm
$45 per person
Reservations required.
920-923-5656
costumes@charter.net
www.octagonhousefdl.com
This house has been haunted for over a century. Explore this Civil War home by candlelight, escape through secret passageways and the underground tunnel. Featured on the History Channel's "Secret Passages." Limited space available.

28 - 29 Farmers Market
Forest Mall, 835 W Johnson Street
Fri 2-9pm, Sat 9-5pm
Free admission
920-922-5730
The market offers fresh, locally grown produce, delicious home-baked goods, tasty jams, arts and crafts, and much more.

29 Farmers Market
Western Ave and Linden St
6:30am-noon
Free admission
920-921-9500


29 Margaritaville Summer Bash
Open Road Harley-Davidson, 24 S. Rolling Meadows Drive
11-3pm
Free admission
Festivities include music, food, vendors, and fun!

31 Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony
Downtown FDL, Main St & Western Ave
10am
Free admission
920-929-3117
Parade will start on Main St at Guindon Blvd and travel north to Veterans Park for ceremony.

 

Note: All dates, times, locations, admission fees, and event information subject to change.

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