An A-Z visitors guide to Milwaukee Wisconsin. Sponsored by Key Magazine Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT CONTINUED FROM PAGE 17 CHRISTMAS CARDS FROM CEDARBURG ARTISTS, through Jan. 26; Cedarburg Art Museum, W63 N675 Washington Avenue, Cedarburg. CURRENTS 36: DIRK SKREBER, through March 2; Milwaukee Art Museum. Skreber is best known for his paintings and sculptures that portray catastrophic events. Aerial views of buildings submerged in flood waters and scenes of violent car accidents are depicted with a calm detachment that infuse the paintings with an uncomfortable tension. BMO HARRIS BANK'S HOLIDAY DISPLAY, Dec. 2-Jan. 6; Lobby of the BMO Harris Bank, 770 N. Water St. Incredible display of stuffed animals. See KEY Attractions for hours. For each visitor to the display, BMO Harris Bank will donate $5 to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin. DOME THE AT E R / P L A N E TA R I U M EXHIBITS AT HOME WITH FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT, continuing; The S.C. Johnson Gallery, 1520 Howe St., Racine. Gallery on Wrightdesigned campus features the famed architect's Usonia Vision of the American Home. Open for tours Fridays and Saturdays. No admission charge. Call 262-260-2154 or visit scjohnson.com/visit for additional tour information. LES PAUL: THE WIZARD OF WAUKESHA, continuing; Waukesha County Museum, 101 W. Main St., Waukesha. Permanent exhibit with one-of-a-kind artifacts and displays that tell the story of Waukesha native Les Paul and how he changed the music world. lespaulexperience.org. A WORKING RANCH BY JIM BROZEK, through Dec.13; Grohmann Museum, 1000 N. Broadway. Milwaukee photographer Jim Brozek presents a striking visual meditation on life and work on an American ranch in the late 1970s and early '80s. 277-2300. . MILWAUKEE IN MINIATURE, through Dec. 31; Milwaukee County Historical Society, 910 N. Old World 3rd St. Milwaukee's treasured historical landmarks in miniature form – 16 scale models of Milwaukee's buildings as they appeared at the turn of the century. 273-8288. THOMAS SULLY: PAINTED PERFORMANCE, through Jan. 5; Milwaukee Art Museum. This American Old Master created dynamic characters that play their parts on canvas, in performances staged in paint. Includes 19th century celebrities from President Andrew Jackson to stars of the international stage, and theatrical classics. See page 24. THE NUTCRACKER SUITE, through Jan .5; Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (The Domes). Holiday floral show includes a myriad of poinsettias around a 30-foot holiday tree, scenes of toy soldiers in battle with mice, the enchanting Land of Snow—and every child's dream, the Land of Sweets. A GRAND AVENUE CHRISTMAS, through Jan. 5; Pabst Mansion, 2000 W. Wisconsin Ave. 931-0808. See page 38. THE SCOOP ON POOP, through Jan. 14; Milwaukee Public Museum. 800 W. Wells St. With a tactful blend of good science and fun, An investigation of what poop is and how animals and humans use it. 18 THE DANIEL M. SOREF NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC DOME THEATER & PLANETARIUM, 800 W. Wells St. within the Milwaukee Public Museum complex offer visitors three unique visual experiences in one venue. Choose between 3D films, planetarium shows or giant-screen films. mpm.edu. Dome Theater shows: THROUGH JAN. 14 MEERKATS 3D: Follows an extraordinary – not to mention adorable - family that stands just 12 inches tall. A National Give yourself a gift & enjoy the preparation for this holiday season, or plan to come relax after it is past. Visit Port Washington on Lake Michigan, just north of Milwaukee Experience wonderful dining; unique shops. Lakeview lodging; off-season specials. Winter hiking, ski, & snowmobile trails nearby. Bring your camera for the dramatic photo opportunities! 1-800-719-4881 or VisitPortWashington.com Find us on Facebook Find us on Facebook