Community Calendar

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.

Celebrate the beauty of Wisconsin through the art of local Milwaukee artist John Suess. This exhibition features 18 original paintings showcasing serene forests, vibrant autumn landscapes, and several debut works, all reflecting Suess’s signature blend of impressionism, tonalism, and realism.

Visitors can enjoy the artwork before, during, and after scheduled performances and community events at the Germantown Performing Arts Center. Many pieces are available for purchase, with special exhibition pricing by contacting the artist directly.

Learn more about John Suess and his work at JohnSuessFineArt.com
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Explore the natural beauty of Wisconsin through the paintings of Milwaukee artist John Suess. This exhibition features nine original works on display throughout the main library and community room, spanning quiet forest scenes to vibrant autumn landscapes.

The exhibit is free and open to the public during regular library hours.

Many paintings are available for purchase, with special exhibition pricing by contacting John Suess directly. Learn more at JohnSuessFineArt.com
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We invite all Milwaukee County residents to experience the powerful Violins of Hope exhibit free of charge during this special Community Free Day.

Violins of Hope: Strings of Jewish Resistance and Resilience features a collection of restored instruments once played by Jewish musicians before and during the Holocaust. Each violin tells a story of resilience, resistance, and the enduring power of music to sustain hope in the darkest times.

Take this opportunity to explore these remarkable instruments and the moving stories they carry—free admission for one day only, in honor of our Milwaukee community!

What do you get when you combine Black Friday, Shop Small Saturday, and Museum Store Sunday? The perfect Museum Store shopping experience.

All weekend long, enjoy special savings: Members receive 20% off non-Member prices and non-Members receive 10% off. Shop an expanded selection of merchandise in the two-level store, full of artful, one-of-a-kind gifts. From jewelry and apparel to books, toys, and fair-trade finds, you’ll discover something for everyone on your list.

Complimentary gift wrap makes your purchases holiday ready, so you can shop, wrap, and relax.

A gift from the Museum Store is meaningful in more ways than one. Every purchase supports the Museum’s mission to connect people with art, each other, and the world.

Join us at the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center for the opening of Paris in Black: Internationalism and the Black Renaissance.

Discover the profound journeys of Black artists, writers, performers, and intellectuals who found freedom, inspiration, and transformation in the in the liberating cultural and social environment of Paris. Be transported to the city of lights, where figures like Henry Ossawa Tanner, Josephine Baker, Langston Hughes, Richard Wright, and James Baldwin lived and created in defiance of American racism.

With over 100 objects, including masterpiece paintings and sculptures from The DuSable’s permanent collection, archival photographs, and multimedia elements, Paris in Black tells a global story of Black resilience and creativity.

Looking for a magical Milwaukee holiday event that captures the spirit of the season? Christmas at the Pabst Mansion is a must-visit attraction and a cherished holiday tradition. Each year, the historic Pabst Mansion transforms into a winter wonderland with dazzling holiday décor that changes annually. Families, friends, and history lovers alike will enjoy exploring this beautifully preserved mansion, where every room offers a unique holiday experience, from shimmering lights and elegant garlands to charming train displays and grand Christmas trees.

This self-guided tour invites guests to wander through the Mansion at their own pace, marveling at the intricate decorations that make Christmas at the Pabst Mansion an unforgettable experience. The stunning architecture of this Milwaukee landmark, combined with its festive décor, is the perfect backdrop for creating lasting holiday memories.

Self-guided from 10am-4pm Monday-Saturday, and from 11am-2pm on Sunday.

Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences, Fever, the leading global live-entertainment discovery platform and IMG Arts & Entertainment will bring Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience to the Chicago area at the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago's Camp Duncan (32405 N US Highway 12) located in Ingleside just minutes from Gurnee, Il, and under an hour from Milwaukee beginning Friday, October 3. To date, this experience has delighted more than 2 million fans in 11 cities across the globe.

Inspired by the iconic Forbidden Forest and featuring creatures from the Harry Potter™ and Fantastic Beasts™ series, mesmerizing lights will transform the landscape into a magical outdoor trail. Visitors will discover some of their favorite moments from the Forbidden Forest, encounter mystical creatures such as Hippogriffs, unicorns, and Nifflers, and practice casting their very own spells.

When ambitious 20th-century academic Joan goes looking for unpublished writings by literary giant Samuel Johnson, she finds her work interrupted by James Boswell. Chatty, bawdy, flawed and deeply honest, Boswell’s 18th-century journals of his grand journey through Scotland with Johnson take Joan back in time, showing her the power of authenticity and the need to make her own place in the world. Heart and mind spar wittily in this epic adventure of friendship, travel and the written word.

Executive Sponsor Anonymous
Producing Sponsors Marianne and Sheldon Lubar, and Ildy and Skip Poliner
Associate Sponsors Bob Balderson, and Lori Morse and Rob Gardenier
Co-Sponsor Parallel Employment Group

A self-guided evening tour with twinkling lights, live holiday music, and drinks for purchase like glühwein and hot pecan whiskey cider to give you that warm Christmas glow!