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Scheduled bands and themes: New this year is an area in the lobby with information tables staffed by community non-profit groups. Each week a new group will explain its mission and how the public can become involved. "In addition to taking in great performances, seeing spectacular light shows and exploring a 'Milwaukee's Living Landmark,' the public can become aware of all the great opportunities the non-profits offer," said John Dargle, interim parks director. "Concert-goers will be introduced to a variety of organizations and will learn how their involvement can make our community a better place." The concert series is completely funded through partnerships. Funding partners, including WaterStone Bank, VMP, Blue Moon Brewing Company and Friends of The Domes, will have information booths in the lobby. During the run of the concert series, two of the most popular floral shows will be on display in the show dome. Beginning Nov. 23, "Nutcracker Suite" brings a floral reinterpretation of the holiday classic. And starting Jan. 18, the garden train show called "Gas lamp Express" features G-scale trains running over more than 600 feet of track, surrounded by a landscape created with miniature plants. Completed in 1967, the unique three beehive-shaped horticultural domes at 524 S. Layton Blvd. quickly became a landmark for visitors to Milwaukee. In 2008, a new LED lighting system illuminated the domes nightly and led to development of light shows inside the show dome. Admission to Music Under Glass is unchanged from the past season: $6.50 for adults and $5 for youth 6-17. Food and beverages are available for purchase from the Zilli Hospitality Group. For additional information, visit countyparks.com or call the Domes at 414-257-5611. Nov. 7: WAMI Award winner Tweed Funk, horn-driven blues, soul and funk with a show band style. Nov. 14: Jack and Jill Jazz, Voice-guitar Jazz Duo (show in lobby) Nov. 21: Reverend Raven & the Chain Smokin' Alter Boys, blues. Nov. 28: (Thanksgiving Day) Valerie B and the Boys, R&B and Funk. Hours extended until 10 p.m. Dec. 5: Tom Brusky Polka Band, polka variety band. Dec. 12: De La Buena, jazz that explores the textures of diverse cultures. Dec. 19: "Santa Gets Rocked Night" with The Cheap Shots, a party-rock cover band. Dec. 26: Holiday Show with the Kai Bergendahl Pro jazz, Christian and pop originals. Jan. 2: Semi Twang, roots-based with lead singer/ songwriter John Seeger. Jan. 9: The Neil Diamond and Nostalgia Show with Ebert and Alper (show in lobby). Jan. 16: Johnny Cash Tribute with the Liam Ford Band playing Johnny's 20 greatest hits. Jan. 23: Almighty Vinyl (formerly Stoneship Eden), '70s classic rock. Jan. 30: Star Wars Night, a tribute to Outer Space with Sigmund Snopek and David Woods. Feb. 6: The R Country Gals, Bluegrass with five-part harmonies. Feb. 13: Valentine's Celebration with Vivo, featuring Warren Wiegratz, contemporary jazz, pop, Bossa, samba. Feb. 20: Beatles Tribute with The BriTins. Feb. 27: The Test 1.2 Band, full mix of semi-acoustic songs. March 6: Marcell's Matrix, blues, rock and funk. March 13: Irish Celebration Night with Tallymoor playing energizing Celtic and folk classics. March 20: Jake Paul Band, jam band playing rock, Reggae and blues. March 27: The Noyz Boyz & Girls, 10-piece horn band with three vocalists playing rock and R&B. April 3: Beach Party Night as John Van Thiel sings Elvis with backup by the Ocean Rush Band and dancers from Hale O Malo.