July events calendar

IT’S COMIN’ UP

JULY EVENTS

Editors note: With uncertainty caused by the coronavirus pandemic and its potential to disrupt events throughout the area, readers are advised to call ahead to verify dates and times. 1 Concerts in the Park –Matt Meyer in the Smooth Riders at Flat Iron Park in downtown Lake Geneva, 6 to 8 p.m. Matt Meyer and The Smooth Riders create a bluesy rock sound that infuses many popular styles from the 1960’s to current. bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets. Concerts in the Park is free and for all ages. Concerts are held each Tuesday through the summer season.

3 Kishwauketoe 5K Cross Country

Run – The course will follow the grass trails in Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy through hills, woods and prairie. The race will have a mass start at 8 a.m. Parking will be available at the Lions’ Fieldhouse parking lot on Highway 67 across the street from the entrance. For more information visit friendsofknc.org and click on the events tab.

4 Delavan Lake boat tour – Enjoy Delavan Lake aboard one of Lake Lawn Resort’s double decker tour boats – the 76 foot Lake Lawn Queen or the 31 foot fully open air Lake Lawn Princess. During this 1.5hour guided tour you’ll see the architecture of several Frank Lloyd Wright homes and learn the history of this 1900-acre glacier cut lake. Recurring weekly on Sunday, Saturday. 3 p.m. -4:30 p.m. for all June, August and September dates, and Sundays in July; 1 p.m. -2:30 p.m. for Saturdays in July

13 Cruisin’ Supper Club Dinner and

Show at Rosewood – Dine to the rhythms of The Everly Brothers, Buddy Holly, Bill Haley and the Comets, Chuck Barry and others as well as tributes to the fabulous 50’s & 60’s. 5:30 to 9 p.m. at Rosewood, 2484 Highway O South, Delavan. Phone: (262) 725-7286. Price:$49.95

13 Children’s Fishing Lessons – The Geneva Lake Conservancy teams up with Helen Rohner Fishing Park to present this program each Tuesday. Participants will meet at the Fishing Park, located at 159 Elkhorn Road in Williams Bay. Participants must register in advance by visiting genevalakeconservancy.org. 15-18 Elkhorn Ribfest – Four days of fun for the whole family, including ribs, brisket, chicken, pulled pork, and more. This event features nationally renowned BBQ chefs, live music, artisan village, carnival rides and other events. Live entertainment each day (see full story inside this edition). Held at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, Elkhorn.

17 Beer Barons of Lake Geneva

Cruise – Enjoy an afternoon cruising Geneva Lake while learning about the history of the beer barons who vacationed and lived along its shores. Once at Black Point Estate, guests will be treated to a program and beer tasting of beers unique to the region. Cruises depart at 12:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. from the Riviera Dock 812 Wrigley Drive, Lake Geneva. Contact Lake Geneva Cruise Line at 262-248-6206 for tickets. Tickets are $68.00 per person.

17 Legends and Landmarks

Walking Tour – Learn about Lake Geneva’s famously designed buildings by architects including Daniel Burnham, Frank Lloyd Wright and William Le Baron Jenny, as well as the colorful past of the downtown and the historic Maple Park neighborhoods. This 90-minute walking tour departs from the Riviera Building, 812 Wrigley Drive, Lake Geneva. Call 262-2481888 for information or to purchase tickets at $10 per person.

24 Mike Jones at the Geneva

Theater – The legendary Mike Jones will be live in concert at the Lake Geneva Theater performing all his hit songs: Cuddy Buddy, Back Then, Drop & Give me 50, Next to You, and more. With special guest. DJ G-Love. Visit Eventbrite for tickets and more information.

28 - Aug. 1: Racine County

Fair – Traditional food, fun and events at the fairgrounds in Union Grove. Grandstand shows, animal auctions, carnival and a wide variety of foods. Visit racinecountyfair.com for more information.

Ongoing events

Tristan Crist Magic Theater – 609 W. Main St., Lake Geneva. One of a kind performer that wows audiences with with, jaw-dropping illusions and gut-wrenching escapes! For show dates and times call 262248-0505 or visit www.lakegenevamagic.com. Dancing Horses Show – at The Dancing Horses Theatre, 5065 Highway 50, Delavan. This dazzling spectacle features an array of horse breeds that perform alongside their trainers in this cavalcade of equestrian artistry. For show dates and ticket prices call (262) 728-8200, or visit thedancinghorses.com East Troy Railroad – Take a 14-mile train ride on the only remaining electric interurban tracks in Wisconsin each Saturday from April through October. Trains depart hourly from East Troy Depot at 2002 Church Street.

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