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Your MKE Staycation Guide DAYBREAK “A TRIBUTE TO BARRY MANILOW” Former Milwaukeean Joe Hite returns to the city for this show on Feb. 2 at the The Riverside Theater. Hite and his eight-piece band form a spot-on recreation of pop star Barry Manilow’s electric performances. They’ll play Manilow’s hits, such as “Can’t Smile Without You,” “Mandy” and many more. pabsttheatergroup.com
THE EAA AVIATION MUSEUM You’ll find fighter planes, bombers, experimental aircraft and plenty more to please a history buff at this Oshkosh museum. The collection dates back decades, with exhibits honoring World War II veterans, antique planes, and replicas of the Wright brothers’ first Flyer and Charles Lindbergh’s Spirit of St. Louis. Stay up to date on the latest events at eaa. org/eaa-museum.
organizations, putting on new work and nurturing local talent. This December, you can catch The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie, a classic murder mystery, and then in February, the company is putting on Scarecrow, which follows an actress who returns to her family’s Wisconsin dairy farm. nextact.org
MILWAUKEE ART MUSEUM This iconic Milwaukee institution is ideal for an afternoon of art immersion. In December, check out “50 Paintings,” an exhibition showcasing new pieces by international artists, demonstrating current trends in contemporary art. The museum is also hosting an exhibition of experimental mixed media artist Darrel Ellis’ work, the first major museum to exhibit the photography, painting, printmaking and drawing of Ellis, who died of AIDS in the ’90s. mam.org
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In December, the Milwaukee Public Museum is putting on its annual Deck the Streets and Village
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event, transforming the beloved Streets of Old Milwaukee and European Village exhibits into holiday wonderlands. That’s only one of the many events you can check out at MPM this season. On Dec. 9, the museum is hosting Cocoa and Candy Canes with Santa, and of course the museum’s wide collection of exhibits remains a local favorite. mpm.edu
SAINT KATE – THE ARTS HOTEL The Saint Kate is more than just a hotel – it’s an arts destination. The curated space boasts multiple exhibitions, including a satellite location of the Museum of Wisconsin Art. For a unique overnight stay, consider booking one of Saint Kate’s four eye-catching artist-designed rooms. Plus, the hotel offers a variety of dining and drink options, from the lobby-level watering hole called the Bar to ARIA, serving artisanal American cuisine, and Giggly Champagne & Wine Bar, the only one of its kind in Milwaukee. saintkatearts.com
THE PFISTER HOTEL This luxurious, historic hotel offers an all-inclusive stay. With your booking, enjoy two hour-long treatments at the on-site WELL Spa + Salon, along with chilled champagne on arrival and a late-night dessert delivered to your room. Plus, enjoy cocktails at Blu, the 23rd-floor lounge. thepfisterhotel.com
THE PLAZA HOTEL The art deco destination offers boutique accommodations just a short walk from the lakefront. Downstairs, you’ll find one of Milwaukee’s most popular breakfast destinations – Café at the Plaza. Grab a stool at the old-fashioned counter and watch the grill chefs prepare your meal, or relax at a table in the dining room. Tip: The poppyseed pancakes are a special treat! plazahotelmilwaukee.com
POTAWATOMI CASINO HOTEL This destination hotel is in the midst of a major upgrade – last summer, it opened a new restaurant, Rock & Brews, along with a coffee shop. And then in the fall, it redid its third-floor gaming area, bringing in new table games, machines and a sportsbook. The refreshed casino and hotel are ideal whether you’re looking for a relaxing stay or a night full of exciting gaming. paysbig.com ◆
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From luxe hotels and exciting concerts, to family-friendly events and museums, southeastern Wisconsin has plenty of ways to fill your time off. Turn here to find some of the best.
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