Community Calendar

From September 2–October 31, 2025, the Greenfield Public Library will host an exhibit of over 20 original paintings by local artist and retired Milwaukee Public Library librarian John Suess.

Known for his colorful Wisconsin landscapes and vivid floral works, Suess draws inspiration from everyday beauty—from gardens to golf courses to scenic drives. His style blends impressionism, tonalism, and realism, and this collection includes several brand-new pieces making their debut.

The free show is open during regular library hours: Mon–Thu, 9 a.m.–8:30 p.m.; Fri, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sat, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sun, 1–5 p.m.

For more information, visit JohnSuessFineArt.com or follow him on Instagram and Facebook.

From September 2–October 31, 2025, local artist John Suess will showcase a variety of his original paintings at the Clement Manor Life Enriched Art Gallery (3939 S. 92nd Street, Greenfield).

Known for his vibrant florals and colorful Wisconsin landscapes, Suess draws inspiration from the beauty he encounters in everyday life—from gardens to golf courses to scenic drives. His work blends impressionism, tonalism, and realism, creating pieces that capture both the richness and tranquility of nature. Several brand-new paintings will make their debut in this exhibit.

The free show is open to the public daily from 8 a.m.–7 p.m. For more information, visit JohnSuessFineArt.com. Fans can also follow him on Instagram and Facebook. Many of his pieces are available for sale on Etsy but visitors to the exhibit can enjoy special pricing on the works included in the show by contacting John directly via his website.

Support Stella’s Playground and receive one-of-a-kind Halloween themed portraits at the same time!

Hungry Heart photography is so excited to host a full day of mini portrait sessions to capture your child’s Halloween spirit. Their costumes can be spooky, cute, or even heroic. Perhaps we can capture Stella’s favorite—come in your best dragon costume! 

100% of donations go to Stella’s Playground to help raise money to build Milwaukee’s first universally accessible and inclusive playground! 

These sessions will be shot in a studio-like environment, with a single colored, neutral backdrop, and studio lighting. All costumes/props are provided by the client. 

To reserve your time for the October 18 event and for more information follow this link: https://hungryheartphotography.pixieset.com/booking/SPGMinis 

Questions? Reach out to hungryheartphoto@gmail.com

Come enjoy some Haunts and Hops at Ope! Brewing Co in West Allis. Inside and out there will be local makers with hauntingly good wares while the bar slays your thirst with craft beer, seltzers and more. Event is free to attend as well as pet and family friendly!

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Adapted from the smash-hit Broadway musical, Beetlejuice JR. brings the cheeky humor and heartwarming story of Tim Burton's iconic film to life on stage. With its catchy songs, outrageous characters, and a heartwarming message about family and belonging, Beetlejuice JR. is a theatrical party for all ages.

Adults and Seniors $15.00
Students $10.00
Purchase Tickets HERE! Tax and Convenience Fees may apply

For Group Pricing (10 or more) contact us at fallspatioplayers@gmail.com or 262-437-7336

Happens on the following Dates:
Oct 17, 2025, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Oct 18, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:30pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Oct 19, 2025, 1:00pm to 2:30pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)

We’re excited to introduce Green Spaces with Familiar Faces — a new series of nature walks led by some of Milwaukee’s most inspiring community members!

Join us as local personalities take us on guided tours of their favorite green spaces, sharing stories, insights, and what makes these spots so special. Hosts include State Representative: Darrin Madison, Rita Flores from BIPOC Birders of Wisconsin, UEC Vice President & Executive Director: Jen Hense, Milwaukee Riverkeeper: Cheryl Nenn, and Milwaukee icons like Eddee Daniel, Chuck Hagner, Ken Leinbach, and more.

Registration is $20.00/person for each date or $110.00 for the whole series!

Milwaukee Ballet’s haunting season opener reimagines the famous classical ballet Giselle into the darkness of wartime 1940s. Asking powerful questions about forgiveness and love in the face of unimaginable horrors, this production will leave audiences reflecting on how the past shapes our future.

Featuring the Milwaukee Ballet Orchestra, Giselle is presented in partnership with Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra and Violins of Hope.

Content Advisory: Due to scenes containing gun violence, this production is recommended for ages 16+

Handsome young emissary, Edward, visits famed crime novelist Patricia Highsmith (The Talented Mr. Ripley, Strangers on a Train) at her Swiss hideaway to persuade her to write one final Ripley novel. Dark humor and macabre twists unfold as Edward’s true, seductive agenda is revealed in this gripping new play.

North America’s largest interactive comedy true-crime murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it! Join us for an event that is very different from a traditional mystery dinner show. Our actors are not dressed in costume and are hidden in the audience! This results in a fun, social and interactive evening suitable for all adults. Each ticket includes our signature award-winning true-crime mystery dinner theatre show (based on actual cold cases), along with a full plated dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of surprises during the show!

In Billionaires In Space, sketch comedy troupe The Accountants Of Homeland Security present a night of hysterical satirical sketches in which our nation’s oligarchs vacation off the planet Earth to escape the societal collapse caused by their greedy, selfish actions. This one-night-only multimedia show combining live comedy and pre-taped video segments takes place October 18th at The Interchange Theater Co-op.

Consisting of Tim Grimes, Matthew Filipowicz, Bob Rok and Zach Zajac, The Accountants Of Homeland Security is a group of Milwaukee- and Chicago-based comedians with a 25-plus year history of producing sharp, timely, critically acclaimed comedy. They are regular performers at Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, a monthly political comedy show produced and hosted by one of the Accountants, Milwaukee comedian Matthew Filipowicz.

Opening the night will be standup comedian and host of the Dead Eyed Millennial Film Club, Jason Hillman.