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Patch Guide: Area Tunes - Outdoor and FREE

This is a guide to free outdoor concerts in and around the Racine area. From rock to classical - there is a song for everyone.

Every Thursday
June 9, 2011 – August 11, 2011
12pm – 1pm

First Presbyterian Church
716 College Avenue, Racine
(262) 632-1686 

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Donations are encouraged and will benefit The Racine County Food
Bank, Health Care Network and HALO.

Twilight Jazz

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Tuesday August 2, 2011 – Brian Harris Trio

Tuesday August 30, 2011 – Larry Zarletti

Grounds open at 6pm and concerts begin at 7pm

Anderson Arts Center
121 Sixty Sixth Street, Kenosha
(262) 653-0481 

Food vendors and restrooms available; donations and volunteers
appreciated.

Rock the Block

Every Wednesday
5pm - 7pm

West Racine
Corner of Washington Avenue and West Boulevard
Right after Farmer's Market; Bring own lawn chair

Racine Concert Band

Every Sunday until August 28, 2011
7pm - 8pm

Racine Zoo
200 Goold Street, Racine(
262) 636-9109

Performances at Kiwanis Amphitheater; Bring chairs, blankets, food/drink, bug spray and jackets depending on weather

Kenosha Pops Concert Band

Every Wednesday until August 3, 2011
7pm

Pennoyer Park, Kenosha
Seventh Avenue and 35th Street (along the lakefront)
(262) 552-8598 

Bench seating available, but chairs and blankets are welcome.
Concessions are available.

Labor Day Jam at North Beach Oasis

September 3, 2011
1pm - 9pm

100 Kewaunee Street, Racine
(262) 412-5154 

Many local musicians preform at an Open Jam – come to play or
listen; concessions available

(There is also an Open Jam every Wednesday and Sunday evening at
North Beach Oasis)

River Rhythms

1st and 3rd Thursdays until September 1, 2011
6:30pm – 8:30pm

Waterford Village Hall Park
123 N. River Street, Waterford

Plenty of parking in the immediate area; right across the river
from the park, a short walk over the bridge

Music at the Market

Thursdays
5:30pm – 7pm

South Milwaukee Downtown Market
11th Avenue and Milwaukee Avenue
(414) 768-8195

WhiskeyBelles

Wednesday July 28, 2011
6:30pm – 8pm

Franciscan Villa
3601 S. Chicago Avenue, South Milwaukee
(414) 766-5049  

WhiskeyBelles is a Milwaukee, WAMI winning, acoustic, country-folk
band.

Fill the Cupboards on Hubbard

Saturday August 6, 2011
12pm – 10pm

Michigan Pub and Coasters
Michigan Blvd./Hubbard St., Racin

This is an all day family event featuring many bands and DJ music.
With 2 non-perishable food items you will be able to enjoy music all
day as well as receive discounts on food and drinks. There will be
activities for children including a bounce house and games.

All donations/proceeds go to The Racine County Food Bank.

John's Dock

Various Dates and times

303 Dodge Street, Racine
(262) 634-9999 

Check schedule for dates and time; food and drinks available at
restaurant for purchase

Mean Jake at Eagle Inn on the Lake

Sunday August 1, 2011
3pm – 7pm

Eagle Inn on the Lake
3310 Eagle Road, Kansasville
(262) 930-6049 

Food and drinks available from the restaurant for purchase.

Taste of Wisconsin

July 30, 2011 – August 1, 2011
Friday 3pm – 10pm
Saturday 11am – 10pm
Sunday 11am – 8pm

Kenosha's Harbor Promenade
6th Avenue & 54th Street
(262) 654-7307  

Music all day each day – over 40 live acts; Food and drink as well as many activities will be available.

Party on the Pavement

Saturday October 1, 2011
Noon – 7pm

Main Street and 6th Street, Racine

Bands throughout the day; food, drinks and other activities will
be available. Check Patch in the near future for more information.

First Fridays

August 5, September 2, October 7, November 4 and December 2
6pm – 9pm

Main and 6th Streets, Racine

Food, drinks, shopping and other activities available.

Music on the Monument

Every Friday
11:30am – 1:30pm

Monument Square, 6th and Main Streets, Racine

In the event of rain, concert will be indoors at Red Onion Cafe at 555 Main Street. Some chairs provided, but bring your own for a guaranteed seat.

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