May

Browns Lake Yacht Club Sail Boat Races – Sundays 2-4 pm, Wednesdays 6-8 pm, Memorial Day to Labor Day

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-Ski Show Team - will be performing every Thursday night all summer with the exception of the Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day, when the shows will be on Saturday night. All shows will start at 6:30 P.M Open to public. www.aquaducks.org, 262-763-9719

Western Racine County Immunizations Clinic - 156 E. State Street, Burlngton,4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Children's vaccines include: Chicken Pox, Diphtheria, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hib Meningitis, HPV, Measles, Meningococcal, Mumps, Pertussis, Pneumococcal, Polio, Rotavirus, Rubella and Tetanus. Adult vaccine include: Tetanus, Hepatitis B, TB Skin Test - call in advance for adult vaccines and for applicable fees. 262-763-4930 or 800-688-4930.

POPPY DAY IN BURLINGTON- Wear a red poppy and show your pride in America.

Volunteer members of the Ross-Wilcox Post 79 and Auxiliary members will be offering poppies at numerous locations in Burlington. Honor our Veterans and all who serve to protect our American freedoms. Elaine Phelps, Poppy Day Chairperson, 763-2770

of Reta Bohnsack, 763-6483.

17-18

Pioneer-Woodland Rendezvous – Re-enactment of life of trappers, traders and settlers. Seno Woodland Education Center, 3606 Dyer Lake Road, Burlington, Saturday 9 am -  4 pm, Sunday 9 am – 3 pm, $3 adults, $1 children 12 and under, 262-539-3222, www.senocenter.org

18

Chocolate City Bike Ride – sponsored by Burlington Kiwanis, 3 available rides, Racine and Kenosha Counties, 8-10 am registration at Bob’s Pedal Pusher, 466 S. Pine St., Burlington, info at 262-763-7794 or Paul Mueller at 262-763-8148

Workshop "Keeping the Good Ones - It's About Worker Retention" - CATI, presenter Larry Wilkins, sponsored by WDC Business Services, www.racinebizservices.com

Western Racine County Immunizations Clinic - 156 E. State Stree, Burlngton,

9 a.m. - 10 a.m. Children's vaccines include: Chicken Pox, Diphtheria, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hib Meningitis, HPV, Measles, Meningococcal, Mumps, Pertussis, Pneumococcal, Polio, Rotavirus, Rubella and Tetanus. Adult vaccine include: Tetanus, Hepatitis B, TB Skin Test - call in advance for adult vaccines and for applicable fees. 262-763-4930 or 800-688-4930.

Western Racine County Immunizations Clinic - 156 E. State Stree, Burlngton, 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Children's vaccines include: Chicken Pox, Diphtheria, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hib Meningitis, HPV, Measles, Meningococcal, Mumps, Pertussis, Pneumococcal, Polio, Rotavirus, Rubella and Tetanus. Adult vaccine include: Tetanus, Hepatitis B, TB Skin Test - call in advance for adult vaccines and for applicable fees. 262-763-4930 or 800-688-4930.

23-26

Apple Holler Asparagus Festival - We will have outdoor activities such as pony rides, pedal cart rides, teddy bear moonwalk, Kids Korral play area and Cool Cow Maze to mention a few, available Friday and Monday 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Saturday and Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 6:0 0 p.m. Please call 262-886-8500 for reservations.

23-26

ChocolateFest – Family entertainment, food, carnival, expo vendors and more, ChocolateFest Grounds, Friday 4-11 pm, Saturday & Sunday 10 am - midnight, Sunday 10 am - midnight, Monday 11 am  – 8 pm, $6 adults, $3 12 and under, 262-763-3300, fireworks Friday night at dark, parade Monday 9 am, www.chocolatefest.com

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-Ski Show Team -Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-Ski Show Team - will be performing every Thursday night all summer with the exception of the Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day, when the shows will be on Saturday night. All shows will start at 6:30 P.M Open to public. www.aquaducks.org, 262-763-9719

"Art du Chocolat" -Historic Burlington Sidewalk Art Show- Displaying local artists' work and showcase our Historic Downtown and all it has to offer. There will be live music for your enjoyment. If you are a local artist and would like to exhibit, contact artduchocolat@yahoo.com. The deadline is May 1st. The application fee is $25.00. The show accepts individuals producing there own Fine Art or Fine Crafts. The show will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days.

24-26

30th Annual  Brat Day and Boat Races – sponsored by Burlington Jaycees, Hydroplane boat races, tri-state area, family event, brats, hot dogs, corn, family event. Echo Park, 11 am – 5 pm daily, Burlington Jaycees, www.burlington-jaycees.org

26

Veterans Memorial Parade and Program - Parade 9:00 am at the intersection of Wainwright Ave. & Kane Street and ends at the Veterans Memorial Building.  Program in the park 10:30 am, musical numbers by High School band and guest speakers. The Color guard and Rifle Squad will fire a salute at the following:  waters edge in Echo Park, Veterans Memorial and Bed of Crosses, Mount Carmel Care Facility, and the three Burlington Cemeteries. For more information on the parade please call Mike Deans @ 763-2408

June

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-Ski Show Team - we will be performing every Thursday night all summer with the exception of the Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day. On those holidays we will still perform on Saturday night. All shows will start at 6:30 P.M. We are hoping that this new night will make our show more enjoyable time to watch and hope you come out and see us. open to public. www.aquaducks.org, 262-763-9719

5

Catholic Central Honors Convocation – Scholarship and awards ceremony for CCHS students and graduates, Topper Hall, 9 am, CCHS, 148 McHenry St., 262-763-1510, www.cchsnet.org

6

Catholic Central Graduation Mass – All school liturgy for graduates and families, St. Mary’s Church, 9:45 am, 148 McHenry St., 262-763-1510, www.cchsnet.org

6

Mount Carmel Prom – Residents and staff vote on a King, Queen and Prom Court – an evening of fun, music and dancing, 7 – 8:30 pm, 677 E. State St., 262-763-9531

7

Catholic Central Commencement Ceremony – Graduation/awarding  of diplomas to Catholic Central graduates, St. Mary Church, noon, 148 McHenry St., 262-763-1510, www.cchsnet.org

7

Fathers Day Steak Sale – Sale on all certified Angus Beef items in our fresh meat case, Gooseberries Fresh Food Market, 7 am – 8 pm, 262-763-5955, www.gooseberriesmarket.com

7

“Grub  Control (Japanese Beetle)” – 10 am, Burlington Garden Center, 5205 Mormon Road, 262-763-2153

Hands-on Logic Puzzles Days- 50 hands-on brain, logic, mechanical puzzles to try, ring a bell to celebrate when you solve one, make a puzzle to take home, plus see the exhibition of odd and vintage puzzles. 90 minute session, with gift shop open afterwards. Museum best for ages 5-105, children must be with an adult. $6 per person,  all ages.  Free parking. Logic Puzzle Museum. 533 Milwaukee Ave.

,www.logicpuzzlemuseum.org    Reservations needed:  (262) 763-3946

ANNUAL  CELEBRATION OF FAMOUS YO-YO MAKER DONALD DUNCAN’S  BIRTHDAY- 12:30 p.m. free viewings of yo-yo trick videos for families; with separate yo-yo classes and tour  at the Spinning Top & Yo-Yo Museum afterwards with a separate admission fee. Call ahead for times and reservations.   Free parking.  www.topmuseum.org     Spinning Top & Yo-Yo Museum, 533 Milwaukee AV,     (262) 763-3946  

OLD FASHION TOP SPINNING CLASS- 9:00 a.m.- Ages 7 – adult.  Learn how to throw and spin the old-fashion, classic wood peg top from the expert who taught the movie stars.  Advance registration only. $17, instruction and wood top included.  Free parking.  Spinning Top & Yo-Yo Museum, 533 Milwaukee Av,     www.topmuseum.org    (262) 763-3946

YO-YO CLASS- 1:00 p.m. Beginners, ages 8-adult. Tips, coaching, and learn up to 10 tricks plus get a high quality, long spinning ball bearing yo-yo to keep. Call to register. $25 fee includes the yo-yo to keep.   Free parking.  Spinning Top & Yo-Yo Museum, 533 Milwaukee Av,     www.topmuseum.org    (262) 763-3946

SPINNING TOP & YO-YO MUSEUM  program & tour! A unique and memorable visit: Try 35 hands-on tops and top games, see 2,000 item exhibition, videos, I Spy Hunt, and live show by the Tops Expert from an MGM movie,  $11/person, all ages.  Best for ages 4-104, children must be with an adult.  Reservations please. Gift shop open after program.  Free parking.  Spinning Top & Yo-Yo Museum, 533 Milwaukee Av,      www.topmuseum.org    (262) 763-3946

9-15

Apple Holler Strawberry Festival - Come on out to Apple Holler for some good old fashioned family fun and some of natures finest fresh strawberries. This festival features activities for children such as hay rides through the orchard, farmyard animals to visit, and our huge Cool Cow Maze; Build your own strawberry shortcake with real Wisconsin whipped cream; Fresh strawberry shakes, malts, sundaes, and smoothies will be available in our ice cream parlor; Free strawberry wine tasting all day and special sales in the gift shop, ALL YOU CAN EAT FRESH STRAWBERRY PANCAKES in the morning and our famous picnic buffet from noon to 4:00 pm. We will also be having an outdoor cookout. Please call 262-886-8500 for information.

Burlington Area C.A.R.S. Car Club Cruise Night - at Burlington Dairy Queen, 6 p.m. until dark, second and fourth Thursdays each month April through October.

14

Joey O’Brien Memorial Tournament – golf outing, auctions with proceeds going to Children’s Hospital Local Courage Scholarships, Brown Lake Golf Club, shot-gun start at 11 am (4 person scramble), Lunch, Dinner, $125.00, Silent Auction 10 am - 5 pm, sponsored by Joey O’Brien Foundation, 262-763-6881

14

“Hydrangea Fever” – 10  am, $10, Burlington Garden Center, 5205 Mormon Rd., 262-763-2153

14

East Troy Electric Railroad Dinner Train – Reservations at 262-642-3077, dinnertrains@hotmail.com,

Workshop "Regional Climate Report - How we're doing as a Region" - sponsored by WDC Business Services, www.racinebizservices.com, click on Calendar of events for more information and to register

16 - 27

Jaycees Safety Town – Early childhood safety education program designed to introduce all types of safety condition to preschool children. 20 hour course (2hrs/day for 2 weeks) children learn safety behavior through their own involvement, under the guidance and instruction of a licensed teacher, a police office and student volunteer instructors, Waller School, 262-763-7188, www.Burlington-Jaycees.org

19

Tri-County Job Fair – Hy. 45 & 50, 12 noon – 4 pm,  sponsored by WDC Business Services, www.racinebizservices.com, click on Calendar of events for more information and to register

Our Hope Walk - Team relay event raises money for funds for life limiting illnesses, fun, music, games, speakers, luminary ceremony, camp overnight, Burlington Area School District track field, 262-763-6044 for more information

21

“Oscar’s Birthday” and “Small Trees for Small Spaces” – Trees bring shade, structure and beauty to the landscape. Tracy will find the right on to fit in your small space. Stay for a piece of Oscar's birthday cake. Burlington Garden Center, 5205 Mormon Road, 10 am, $10, 262-763-2153

Burlington Area C.A.R.S. Car Club Cruise Night - at Burlington Dairy Queen, 6 p.m. until dark, second and fourth Thursdays each month April through October.

27-7/6

Apple Holler Cherry Festival - Come on out to Apple Holler June 29th through July 8th for some good old fashioned family fun and some of natures finest fresh cherries. Activities for children, build your own cherry sundae with real Wisconsin whipped cream; Fresh cherry shakes, malts, sundaes and smoothies will be available in our ice cream parlor, Free cherry wine tasting all day and special sales in the gift shop; ALL YOU CAN EAT FRESH CHERRY PANCAKES in the morning and our famous picnic buffet from noon to 4:00 p.m. and an outdoor cookout featuring applewood grilled brats, hotdogs, and hamburgers. Please call 262-886-8500 for information.

Kiwanis Civic Band- 7 p.m. Echo Park, Burlington. Opening Night.

28

Veterans of Foreign Wars Buddy Poppy Days. Tables, Donation jugs & Posters will be setup at Wal-Mart, Menard’s, K-Mart, Pick-N-Save, Sentry, Reineman’s True Value, Tractor Supply, First Banking Center, M&I Bank, etc. from 8:30am to 4:30pm.

SPINNING TOP & YO-YO MUSEUM  program & tour! A unique and memorable visit: Try 35 hands-on tops and top games, see 2,000 item exhibition, videos, I Spy Hunt, and live show by the Tops Expert from an MGM movie,  $11/person, all ages.  Best for ages 4-104, children must be with an adult.  Reservations please. Gift shop open after program.  Free parking.  Spinning Top & Yo-Yo Museum, 533 Milwaukee Av,      www.topmuseum.org    (262) 763-3946

George Williams College of Aurora University "Music by the Lake" - Maureen McGovern and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, a program of Henry Mancini's  best loved tunes and signature selections, ticket information and details, www.aurora.edu/mbtl

July

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-Ski Show Team - we will be performing every Thursday night all summer with the exception of the Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day. On those holidays we will still perform on Saturday night. All shows will start at 6:30 P.M. We are hoping that this new night will make our show more enjoyable time to watch and hope you come out and see us. open to public. www.aquaducks.org, 262-763-9719

4

Joint Veterans Groups Flag raising ceremony - Burlington Town Hall,  9:00 am. Participating are the Veterans, the Boy Scouts, the School band, Town, City, and State officials. The ceremony is open to the Public. . American Legion Commander: Dr. Neil Aiken (262 763-8995) Disabled American Veterans Contact: Ken Yanny (262 539-2636) The Marine Corps League, Fox River Detachment, Contact: Bob Boulden (Phone: 262-539-2241) VFW Ladies Auxiliary President: Deb Roanhaus (Ph 262 763-6334) American Legion Ladies Auxiliary President: Reta Bohnsack (262-763-6483)

10-13

Haylofters 2008 Season of Community Theater Excitement – Les Miserable School, 7:30  pm, Malt House Theater, 109 N. Main, 262-763-9873

12

East Troy Electric Railroad Dinner Train – Reservations at 262-642-3077, dinnertrains@hotmail.com,

12

“Kid’s Nature Event” – Explore the insect world with nature activities led by the staff members of Bong Recreation Nature Center. Bring your own insect for an award and take a nature hike (weather permitting) Burlington Garden Center, 5205 Mormon Road, 10:30 am, free, 262-763-2153

13

Heatstroke 100 - Bike Ride, beautiful scenic routes through the rolling back roads of SE Wisconsin. Registration $23 advance/$25 day of. Bob’s Pedal Pusher, 446 S. Pine St., Burlington, Start times 6 am - 9 am, 262-763-0219 (Scott Hoffman), www.communityed.basd.k12.wi.us.

16 – 19

Haylofters 2008 Season of Community Theater Excitement – Show “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers,” Malt House Theater, 109 N. Main, 262-763-9873

20

Burlington Lions Club Annual Bar-B-Que – Charcoal grilled meal, beer tent, entertainment, Echo Park, Hwy. 36, 11 am – 4 pm, $7 in advance/$8 at door, 414-581-8207

George Williams College of Aurora University "Music by the Lake" - Prometheus Trio, the acclaimed string ensemble in residence at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music, ticket information and details, www.aurora.edu/mbtl

21-27

Apple Holler Blueberry Festival - Come on out to Apple Holler Monday, July 23rd through Sunday, July 29th for some good old fashioned family fun and some of natures finest fresh blueberries. Please call 262-886-8500 for information.

Burlington Area C.A.R.S. Car Club Cruise Night - at Burlington Dairy Queen, 6 p.m. until dark, second and fourth Thursdays each month April through October.

24-26

Burlington Public Library Book Sale - during Maxwell Street Days, thousands of books for children and adults, both paperback and hard cover, Thursday 5 - 9 pm, Friday 9 am - 5 pm, Saturday 9 am - noon, sponsored by Friends of the Burlington Library, www.burlingtonlibrary.com, 262-342-1130

25-26

Maxwell Street Days - Shoppers paradise with sales throughout the city.  Sidewalk sales, arts & crafts in Wehmhoff Square, music, food, Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce, 262-763-6044

Kiwanis Civic Band- 7:00 p.m., Echo Park, Burlington. The music style includes marches, pop, rock, show tunes, classical, jazz, and swing.

August

Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-Ski Show Team - we will be performing every Thursday night all summer with the exception of the Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day. On those holidays we will still perform on Saturday night. All shows will start at 6:30 P.M. We are hoping that this new night will make our show more enjoyable time to watch and hope you come out and see us. open to public. www.aquaducks.org, 262-763-9719

TBA  Rotary Western Roundup - Steak Bar-B-Q dinner, oral and silent auctions, entertainment, 262-763-3561

TBA  Annual “Welcome Lunch” – sponsored by BACC to welcome new business personnel and teachers to Burlington, reservations necessary, call the Chamber at 262-763-6044 for date and information

Kiwanis Civic Band- 7:00 p.m., Echo Park, Burlington. The music style includes marches, pop, rock, show tunes, classical, jazz, and swing.

Partners 2 - Youth Activist training in the morning at BHS with pre-teens/teens and P2 meeting in the evening with Christopher Deusing of Habush Habush & Rottier talking about legal consequences of underage drinking and a new case in the Wisconsin Supreme Court. cweigler@basd.k12.wi.us

9

East Troy Electric Railroad Dinner Train – Reservations at 262-642-3077, dinnertrains@hotmail.com,

Burlington's Knights of Columbus host the Annual Corn and Brat Fest at Echo Park from 10-4. For more information please contact Jerry Ketterhagen at 262-492-3026

11-17

Apple Holler Peaches and Cream Festival - Come on out to Apple Holler for some good old fashioned family fun and some of natures finest fresh blueberries. This festival features: Hay rides, Pony Rides, etc. for children, farmyard animals to visit, and our huge Cool Cow Maze, Build your own peaches and cream sundae with real Wisconsin whipped cream, Fresh peach shakes, malts, sundaes and smoothies will be available in our ice cream parlor, Free peach wine tasting all day and special sales in the gift shop; ALL YOU CAN EAT FRESH PEACHES AND CREAM PANCAKES in the morning. We will also be having an outdoor cookout featuring applewood grilled brats, hotdogs, and hamburgers. Please call 262-886-8500 for information.

13

Mount Carmel’s Annual Clothing/School Supply Drive – Drop off new or gently used clothing and new school supplies for school aged children, 9 am – 3 pm, 677 E. State St., 262-763-9531

Burlington Area C.A.R.S. Car Club Cruise Night - at Burlington Dairy Queen, 6 p.m. until dark, second and fourth Thursdays each month April through October.

14-24

Haylofters 2008 Season of Community Theater Excitement – Annual Children’s show,  Malt House Theater, 109 N. Main, 262-763-9873

Workshop "Wellness Plans - Is this what your Company should offer" - CATI, presenter Bob Simandl, sponsored by WDC Business Services, www.racinebizservices.com, click on Calendar of events for more information and to register

23

Apple Holler Orchard Walk and Charity Fundraiser - Apple Orchard Walk and Charity Fundraiser - Please call (262) 884-7100 for more information

Burlington Area C.A.R.S. Car Club Cruise Night - at Burlington Dairy Queen, 6 p.m. until dark, second and fourth Thursdays each month April through October.

29-9/1

Apple Holler Paula Red Festival and Corn Roast – Don’t miss this one! This is one of our biggest and best annual festivals. This festival celebrates the beginning of apple picking season. We start pick-your-own apples on this weekend. Paula Red, Vista Bella, and Vikings are a few of the varieties that will be ripe and ready to pick. This weekend will be filled with family fun activities, entertainment, and food. Apple Cider Shakes, Malts, Sundaes, And Smoothies, Apple Cider Doughnuts, Fresh Baked Apple Pie And Apple Turnovers, Apple Wine Tasting & Apple Butter Tasting, Apple Wood Smoked Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, And Brats Hot Off The Grill, AND HOT FRESH ROASTED CORN ON THE COB!!! Please call 262-886-8500 for information.

September

1-30

Apple Holler Apple Pickin’ and Family Festival - This is what we are all about at Apple Holler. Fresh ripe apples, crisp fall air, families playing together in the wonderful outdoors and enjoying family activities and great country cooking. We celebrate the height of apple picking season with this festival everyday in September from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. So come on out and pick some apples (check out all the great varieties) have some fun and enjoy our country cookout. This festival features activities for children, Apple Cider Shakes, Malts, Sundaes, And Smoothies, Apple Cider Doughnuts, Fresh Baked Apple Pie And Apple Turnover, Apple Wine Tasting & Apple Butter Tasting Apple Wood Grilled Hot Dogs, and Hamburgers And Brats Hot Off The Grill. Please call 262-886-8500 for information

4

Jaycees Pepsi Punt, Pass & Kick – NFL Nation skills program provides boys and girls the opportunity to showcase their Punting, Passing and Kicking abilities 8-15 years, divided into age categories. Birth certificate required at registration. No cleats. Winners in each category advance to sectional competition. www.Burlington-Jaycees.org

6

Mount Carmel’s Annual Grandparents Picnic and Pie Auction – Potluck picnic 11:30 am  - for families, community, residents, staff -  Pie auction to follow at 1 pm, all proceeds used to purchase Christmas presents for residents. Pie donations are welcome and appreciated, 677 E. State St., 262-763-9531

7

Joint Veterans Groups 2nd Annual Breakfast (Log Cabin Toy Run day) - 7:30 am - 11:00 am, Veterans Memorial Building, 588 Milwaukee Avenue. Advance sale tickets $5.00, tickets at the door $6.00, Children 6-12/$2.50, and 5 years and younger are free - American Legion Commander: Dr. Neil Aiken (262 763-8995) Disabled American Veterans Contact: Ken Yanny (262 539-2636) The Marine Corps League, Fox River Detachment, Contact: Bob Boulden (Phone: 262-539-2241) VFW Ladies Auxiliary President: Deb Roanhaus (Ph 262 763-6334) American Legion Ladies Auxiliary President: Reta Bohnsack (262-763-6483)

Burlington Area C.A.R.S. Car Club Cruise Night - at Burlington Dairy Queen, 6 p.m. until dark, second and fourth Thursdays each month April through October.

13

East Troy Electric Railroad Dinner Train – Reservations at 262-642-3077, dinnertrains@hotmail.com,

Tupperware Showcase- See the latest items that Tupperware has to offer. There iwll be drawings for free Tupperware and 10% off an purchase of $100 or more.

Java Joz Coffee & More, Waterford, 7am to noon. For more information,

contact Sandy Beck at 262-210-7087 or sandybeck@my.tupperware.com.

16

Chocolate City Golf Outing – 10th annual outing. Raffles, prizes, hole in one contest, trophies, sponsorships available - Lunch included at 11:30 with shotgun start at 12:30 - sponsored by BACC, www.burlingtonchamber.org, 262-763-6044

18

Walkathon Benefiting Catholic Central High School & “Make-A-Wish” Foundation – pledges raised to help CCHS’s tuition assistance program and the “Make-A-Wish” Foundation, CCHS, 11 am – noon, each student to raise $50 or more, 262-763-1518, www.cchsnet.org

20

East Troy Electric Railroad Dinner Train – Reservations at 262-642-3077, dinnertrains@hotmail.com,

26-27

Apple Harvest Days – Enjoy apple treats and old-fashioned activities along with specialty shopping in Historic Downtown Burlington. Friday 12 noon – 5 pm, Saturday 10 am – 5 pm.,

26

East Troy Electric Railroad Dinner Train – Reservations at 262-642-3077, dinnertrains@hotmail.com,

27

East Troy Electric Railroad Dinner Train – Reservations at 262-642-3077, dinnertrains@hotmail.com,

October

1-30

Apple Holler Apple Pickin’ and Scarecrow Festival - Fun for the whole family. Come out to Apple Holler for some good old fashioned fun and fresh apples. We will be offering Hay rides through the orchard, activities for children, and our newest attraction the Golden Goat Bridge. From 9:00 a.m. till 6:00 p.m. we will be featuring all you can eat apple pancakes. We will also be having an outdoor cookout featuring applewood grilled brats, hotdogs, and hamburgers. Live musical entertainment through out the day. Be sure to come and join us for a day of fun on the farm. 262-886-8500 for information.

2-4

Haylofters 2008 Season of Community Theater Excitement – Show “Bell, Book & Candle”, Malt House Theater, 109 N. Main, 262-763-9873

4

Jaycees Octoberfest Arts and Crafts Fair, 10 am – 5 pm, Gathering of local artisans selling and displaying their wares. For booth rental or information see website: www.Burlington-Jaycees.org

4

9th Turkey Dinner & Bazaar – Honey Creek Community Baptist Church, 35512 Washington Ave., Honey Creek, Family Style Dinner including real mashed potatoes and assorted pies, bake sale, crafts, donation for meal, 262-534-2244

4

East Troy Electric Railroad Dinner Train – Reservations at 262-642-3077, dinnertrains@hotmail.com,

4,5

Burlington Area Arts Council Art Fair –Art Fair showcasing fine art and crafts by regional artisans, Wehmhoff Square Park adjacent to library. This is a juried event. If you would like to showcase you art work, contact Sue Oxley at 262-767-9986, soxley@wi.rr.com. Saturday 10 am – 5 pm, Sunday 10 am – 3 pm, free admission.

5

Joint Veterans Groups 3rd Annual Veterans Poker Run- starting at 9:30 am in the Veterans Memorial Building, 588 Milwaukee Avenue. Beer, food, entertainment, prizes, and fun are provided with entry. American Legion Commander: Dr. Neil Aiken (262 763-8995) Disabled American Veterans Contact: Ken Yanny (262 539-2636) The Marine Corps League, Fox River Detachment, Contact: Bob Boulden (Phone: 262-539-2241) VFW Ladies Auxiliary President: Deb Roanhaus (Ph 262-763-6334) American Legion Ladies Auxiliary President: Reta Bohnsack (262-763-6483)

Partners 2 - 6:30 to 7 PM Partners2 meeting, from 7 PM to 8 Gloria Bergmann, Human Resources Director from Lavelle Industries will present with other guests about how alcohol and other drug issues affect work environments.  This event is being held in the BHS library, cweigler@basd.k12.wi.us .

Burlington Area C.A.R.S. Car Club Cruise Night - at Burlington Dairy Queen, 6 p.m. until dark, second and fourth Thursdays each month April through October.

10

Grandparents Day at Catholic Central High School – grandparents join their grandchildren/students for a day at Catholic Central. Grandparents will enjoy a classroom visit, lunch and concern, CCHS, St. Mary’s Church and Grade School cafeteria, 9 am – 1 pm, 262-763-1518, www.cchsnet.org

11

Octoberfest Sale – 3rd Annual Brat Fry, harvest produce sale, tent activities for family, Gooseberries Fresh Food Market, 7 am – 8 pm, 262-763-5955, www.gooseberriesmarket.com

11

“Scarecrow Contest - Burlington Garden Center Create your own scarecrow on site that will be judged by the community. 10a.m. to 2 p.m. free. 5205 Mormon Road, 262-763-2153

11

East Troy Electric Railroad Dinner Train – Reservations at 262-642-3077, dinnertrains@hotmail.com,

15

Job Connection (job fair) – 12 noon – 4 pm, Roma Lodge, Racine, sponsored by WDC Business Services, www.racinebizservices.com, click on Calendar of events for more information and to register

Workshop "Women in the Management Role" - CATI, sponsored by WDC Business Services, www.racinebizservices.com, click on Calendar of events for more information and to register

Burlington Area C.A.R.S. Car Club Cruise Night - at Burlington Dairy Queen, 6 p.m. until dark, second and fourth Thursdays each month April through October.

November

8

Mount Carmel’s Annual Christmas Craft Mall – many crafters and merchants, raffles, entertainment and food! 11 am – 2 pm, 677 E. State St., 262-763-9531

18

East Troy Electric Railroad Dinner Train – Reservations at 262-642-3077, dinnertrains@hotmail.com,

21-23

Apple  Holler Grandma’s Farm Kitchen Holiday Open House - Grandma's Farm Kitchen Holiday Open House, please call (262) 884-7100 for more information

27

Apple Holler Thanksgiving Prime Rib Buffet - Give Grandma a well deserved break this Thanksgiving Day and bring her and the whole family to Apple Holler for our awesome Thanksgiving Day Prime Rib Buffet. We will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. 262-886-8500 for reservations.

29

Craft Fair – Over 50 crafters in the woods of YMCA Camp MacLean, 9 am – 4 pm, admission, 262-763-7742

December

TBA

Lyons Center School Breakfast with Santa – pancakes, photo with Santa,  8-11 am, 262-763-5380, www.basd.k12.wi.us

5

27th Annual Christmas Parade – through downtown Burlington, welcomes Santa to Burlington. 6:30 pm. Santa’s Chalet opens following the parade    - Christmas caroling, reindeer, cookies in Wehmhoff Square, Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce, 262-763-6044, www.burlingtonchamber.org

6

Santa’s Chalet – Open Saturday and Sunday 2-4 pm, Wehmhoff Square Park, 262-763-6044

Christmas Open House - Burlington area Business, 262-763-6044, www.burlingtonchamber.org

6

Holiday Show – Showcase of holiday ideas, samples, Santa Claus and more! Gooseberries Fresh Food Market, 7 am – 8 pm, 262-763-5955, www.gooseberriesmarket.com

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Mrs. Santa’s Pantry – Honey Creek Community Baptist Church, 35512 Washington Ave., (Hw. D), Honey Creek, 9 am – 1 pm, Christmas cookies, candy, baked goods, crafts and lunch, admission free, 262-534-2244

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Santa’s Chalet – Open Saturday and Sunday 2-4 pm, Wehmhoff Square Park, 262-763-6044

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Santa’s Chalet – Open 6-8 pm, Wehmhoff Square Park, 262-763-6044

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Santa’s Chalet – Open Saturday and Sunday 2-4 pm, Wehmhoff Square Park, 262-763-6044

Workshop "Employee Handbooks - Friend or Foe??" - presenter Bob Simandl, sponsored by WDC Business Services, www.racinebizservices.com, click on Calendar of events for more information and to register

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Ho-Ho Hotline – Children call (763-7111) and talk to Santa or Mrs. Claus between the hours of 4 pm -  6 pm, sponsored by Mount Carmel’s Grandparents Anonymous, 677 E. State St., 262-763-9531 for info

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Santa’s Chalet – Open 6-8 pm, Wehmhoff Square Park, 262-763-6044

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Santa’s Chalet – Open Saturday and Sunday 2-4 pm, Wehmhoff Square Park, 262-763-6044

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Thank you Hotline – Children call in to thank Santa or Mrs. Claus (763-7111) from 4 pm – 6 pm, sponsored by Mt. Carmel, 677 E. State St., 262-763-953

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Burlington Liars Club - World-renowned club - chooses Championship Lie for the past year. Watch the media for winning announcement. To submit your tall tale, send $1.00 with your entry to Burlington Liars Club, President Joel Weis, P O Box 156 Burlington, WI 53105.