1. Nina Simone: Four Women
ALL WEEKEND | MILWAUKEE REPERTORY THEATER
This is the last weekend to see Nina Simone: Four Women, which tells the story of Nina Simone and features some of her hit songs, including “Everything Must Change,” “To Be Young, Gifted and Black” and more.
2. Women’s Entrepreneurship Week: Building the Table
FRIDAY FROM 8 A.M. – 9 P.M. | CHARLES ALLIS ART MUSEUM
Hosted by She Stands Tall, Women’s Entrepreneurship Week celebrates connection and innovation for women entrepreneurs in the community. Daytime activities include networking and connecting while evening activities include keynote events and more. For a full list of Friday’s events and registration, visit shestandstallmke.com.
It’s time to pick your Milwaukee favorites for the year!
3. Mount Mary University CREO Student Fashion Show
FRIDAY FROM 1-9 P.M. | MOUNT MARY UNIVERSITY
This annual student-run fashion show showcases the work of design and merchandise management majors at Mount Mary University. There are three shows on Friday, 1 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
4. Virtual Book Talk: Milwaukee in Stone & Clay
FRIDAY FROM 2-3 P.M. | VIRTUAL
Co-hosted by Boswell Books and Historic Milwaukee, author Raymond Wiggers dives into Milwaukee’s geology found around the city’s architecture in this virtual book talk. Raymond has two years of experience in leading architectural geology tours. The information presented will also be available after the virtual event. This event is free but requires registration.
5. Arts@Large Jazz Jam Session
FRIDAY FROM 7-9 P.M. | ARTS@LARGE
Hosted by Jeanne Marie Farinelli & Friends, this event invites audience members, jazz enjoyers and musicians to participate in an open jam session. Anyone of all ages and skill levels can join in the fun. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the event is free.
6. Division Semifinals Game 4 – Milwaukee Admiral vs. Texas Stars
FRIDAY AT 7 P.M. | UW-MILWAUKEE PANTHER ARENA
For those who already miss the cold weather or are fans of hockey, the Admirals has made it to the semifinals. Watch Game 4 at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena this Friday.
7. Bone Thugs-N-Harmony
FRIDAY AT 8 P.M. | THE RAVE
The 90’s hit group, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony are back on tour, making a stop at The Rave. Tickets are buy one, get one free (online only for general admission).
8. Pewaukee Kiwanis RiverRun
SATURDAY FROM 6:30 A.M.-12:30 P.M. | KOEPP RIVER PARKWAY
For the past 50 years, canoe and kayak fanatics have participated in this six mile timed race from the Koepp River Parkway in Pewaukee all the way to Frame Park in Waukesha. Join in the tradition this Saturday.
9. Kids Cooking Class
SATURDAY FROM 9-11 A.M. | MAGGIANO’S MILWAUKEE
Maggiano’s Little Italy is known for its Italian cuisine but this time the restaurant is giving the opportunity to kids to learn how to prepare a chocolate dessert and make a craft. Adults must buy a separate ticket to attend with their child but can enjoy a breakfast buffet. Tickets are available online.
10. World Bonsai Day
SATURDAY FROM 10 A.M. – 4 P.M. | LYNDEN SCULPTURE GARDEN
World Bonsai Day honors bonsai master Saburo Kato. To celebrate, the Lynden Sculpture Garden is re-opening its bonsai garden and offering presentations and demonstrations. This event is free.
11. Poetry Reading: Rachel Galvin and Angela Voras-Hills
SATURDAY FROM 7-8 P.M. | WOODLAND PATTERN BOOKSTORE
Milwaukee’s poetry bookstore is hosting another live reading with two award-winning and recognized poets, Rachel Galvin and Angela Voras-Hills. Learn more about the poets and register here.
12. House Your Body
SATURDAY AT 9 P.M. | MAD PLANET
Mad Planet is hosting a night of House music, classic hits and new, up and coming tracks with Jonn Hawley, Andrew Optimist & guests Don Black and Lurky. This event is 21+ with a $7 cover fee.
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13. Marcus Theaters Mother’s Day Brunch
SUNDAY, TIMES VARY | MARCUS THEATERS
You can celebrate mom at the movies with Marcus Theaters this weekend. See The Fall Guy or Little Women and enjoy a special brunch menu, which includes pancakes, hickory smoked brisket, shrimp cocktail and more. Reserve your spot here.
