City of Kenosha (kenosha county) things to check out.

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I live in the city of Kenosha which is located in Kenosha County.

The city of Kenosha is quite large with over 90,000 people living here. Since the city is one of the larger cities within Kenosha County I decided to make a topic listing things you can find here in the city. Please remember to also check out the Kenosha County things to do also for events in the entire county of Kenosha.

(when time permits I will take pictures of some of the following places around Kenosha and post them.)


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The Kenosha Symphony Orchestra


Since 1940, the Kenosha Symphony Orchestra has been a cultural cornerstone of southeastern Wisconsin, and has entertained and educated thousands of music enthusiasts and local school children.


Next concert date:
May 5th, 2007
Amadeus Night
featuring the
Carthage Choir

further info/driving instructions/ etc please check out the website at:

http://www.kenoshasymphony.org/about/

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Kenosha Pops Concert Band


Wednesdays, June 13 - August 8, 2007; 7:00 p.m.
Sesquicentennial Bandshell at Pennoyer Park, 35th Street and 7th Avenue

Kenosha Pops Concert Band performances have been a Kenosha favorite for over eighty years. Relax in our lakefront park while listening to the Pops perform everything from Sousa to Sinatra, from the Beatles to Bach. Bring your lawn chairs and a cooler or purchase refreshments from the Friends of the Pops.

Concerts are free and open to the public.

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Peanut Butter & Jam Noontime Concert Series


Thursdays, July 5 – August 30, 2007; 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Park, 54th Street and 6th Avenue
(In the event of rain, the concert will be cancelled)

Now in its sixth year, this concert series is a summer tradition.

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An Outta Sight Kite Flight


Saturday, June 2 & Sunday, June 3, 2007; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Kennedy Park, 4051 - 5th Avenue

A grand launch of more than 300 kites will officially kick-off the event. See flying demonstrations of gigantic show kites (100+ feet) and very cool stunt kite demonstrations by professional flyers from the around the Midwest.

directions:
http://www.kenosha.org/kenevents/eve...te_flight.html

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Civil War-Style Pig Roast


Friday, June 22, 2007; 5:30 p.m.
Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 First Avenue


For tickets, call the Kenosha Public Museum at 653-4140.

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Kenosha Civic Parade

Sunday, July 1, 2007; 2:00 p.m.


The parade begins at 22nd Avenue, travels east on 60th Street, turns around the south side of Library Park, heads east again on 61st Street, and finally travels north to Wolfenbuttel Park.

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July 4th Star Spangled Spectacular


Wednesday, July 4, 2007; 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
HarborPark, 56th Street and 1st Avenue, and Wolfenbuttel Park, 5901 3rd Avenue

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Lincoln Park Live!

Tuesdays, July 10 and 17, 2007; 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Lincoln Park, 7010 - 22nd Avenue

In case of rain, the concerts will be cancelled.

July 10 - Lesley Byers & the Jazz Cats
July 17 - Jazz Spectrum

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Lake Michigan Triathlon and Duathlon


Saturday, July 14, 2007; 5:00 a.m. registration; 7:00 a.m. start
Simmons Island Park, 50th Street and 4th Avenue

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Art Fair in Library Park

Sunday, July 15, 2007; 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Library Park, 60th Street and 8th Avenue

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Pike River Rendezvous


Friday, August 3, 2007; Noon to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 4, 2007; 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 5, 2007; 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Simmons Island Park, 50th Street and 4th Avenue

The Pike River Rendezvous is one of the largest fur-trapping and trading reenactments in the area!

Directions/info: http://www.kenosha.org/kenevents/eve...endezvous.html

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Kenosha Days of Discovery Maritime Festival


Friday, Saturday, Sunday, August 10–12, 2007
Kenosha Harbor, 6th Avenue and 54th Street

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Electric Streetcar Circulator

Stops include the Joseph McCarthy Transit Center, 8th Ave. and 54th St., Kenosha. 262-653-4287. Schedule (subject to change): January-March: Mon.-Fri. 10:05 a.m.-2:05 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 10:05 a.m.-5:35 p.m. April-December: Mon.-Fri. 11:05 a.m.-7:05 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 10:05 a.m.-5:35 p.m.

Five beautifully restored electric streetcars travel a two-mile loop, providing a scenic tour of the Lake Michigan shoreline, HarborPark, two historic districts, downtown business district and the METRA train station.

The fare is 25 cents.

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Kenosha History Center

220-51st Place, Kenosha, 262-654-5770.

Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. 12 p.m.-4 p.m.

Museum on Kenosha’s harbor features the Yesteryear Gallery, the Rambler Legacy Gallery with changing Kenosha automobile exhibits, the adjacent Southport Light Station, and a gift shop with lighthouse and other mementos.


Website: www.kenoshahistorycenter.org.

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Kenosha Public Museum

5500 First Ave., Kenosha, 262-653-4140.

Open Sun.-Mon. 12 p.m.-5 p.m., Tues.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Natural history, fine and decorative arts museum, offering classes, bus trips, special programs, events, and gift shop.

Website: www.kenoshapublicmuseum.org.

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Anderson Arts Center

121-66th St., Kenosha, 262-653-0481.

Open Tues.-Sun. 1-4 p.m. during exhibits. Call for schedule of exhibits. Historic French Tudor mansion featuring six local and regional art exhibits annually, children’s art classes, jazz concerts on the lawn and gift shop of unique items.

Website: www.andersonartscenter.com

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Kenosha Art Association

262-654-0065.

Website: www.KenoshaArtAssoc.org

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Lakeside Players at the Rhode Center for the Arts

514-56th St., Kenosha, 262-657-PLAY.

Live community theater and special productions in a beautiful historic theater.

Website: www.rhodeopera.com.

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Lemon Street Gallery & Artspace, Inc.

4601 Sheridan Road, Kenosha, 262-605-4745.

Open Wed., Thurs., Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

Artist-run fine art gallery offering quality works in all media. Classes, studio, exhibitions and events throughout the year. We can ship your purchases.

Website: www.lemonstreetgallery.org.

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Pollard Gallery

Located at the Rhode Center for the Arts, 518-56th St., Kenosha, 262-657-PLAY.

Open Wed.-Sun. 12 p.m.-4 p.m. and by appointment.

On exhibit is a portion of the George and Nan Pollard collection, as well as the works of guest artists. George Pollard is an international artist who has completed more than 5,000 portraits, while Nan has illustrated over 2,000 children’s works.

Website: www.rhodeopera.com.

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Action Territory

This is a family-oriented amusement park that features go-karts, an arcade, mini-golf, lazer tag, bumper boats, a food court and more. Birthday party packages are available.
Loads of Fun!


Address: 12345 75th Street Kenosha WI USA 53142
1 262 857-7000

Website: http://www.actionterritory.com/

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Kenosha Velodrome Association:

Experience the thrill and excitement of bicycle racing at the Washington Park Velodrome. Nestled in a bowl-shaped natural terrain, the 333 meter asphalt track attracts cyclists from all over the midwest.

Located at Washington Road and 22nd Avenue, Kenosha, Wisconsin is home to the oldest operating velodrome in the USA.

The Kenosha Velodrome Association sponsors American Bike Racing sanctioned races as well as training sessions at the "bowl" throughout the summer. Races are held every Tuesday night beginning in mid-May and continuing through August. Free lawn seating is available on the hill on Washington Road. Citizen Stock bike racing is held every Monday night from early June through mid-August so that kids from 2 to 102 can get in on the action. The bike track is open to the public, however the Kenosha Velodrome Association has priority for racing events and practice.

Website: http://www.333m.com/velohist.htm

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Kenosha, WI Golf Courses


Kenosha Municipal Golf Course, Kenosha Course
9 holes (Municipal)
2205 Washington Rd
Kenosha, WI 53142
(262) 653-4090
2 miles from center of Kenosha.


Website: http://www.golflink.com/golf-courses...est=Kenosha+WI

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Kenosha Country Club, Kenosha Course

18 holes over 6,522 yards with a par of 70 (Private Equity)
500 13th Pl
Kenosha, WI 53140-4430
(262) 552-8221
4 miles from center of Kenosha.

Website: http://www.kenoshacountryclub.com/