JANUARY
Through Feb. 19 Racine—To Wear or Not to Wear. View artist-made garments and objects of adornment that are both wearable and non-wearable; Racine Art Museum. 262.638.8300.
Through Feb. 26 Racine—Snowdance 10-Minute Comedy Festival. Actors
from Over Our Head Players perform a collection of short, original plays; Sixth
Street Theatre. 262.632.6802.
Jan. 31 through March 4 Milwaukee—To Kill a Mockingbird. Watch Harper Lee's epic novel about innocence, tolerance, family and courage to live what you believe come to life on stage. Quadracci Powerhouse. 414.224.9490.
Through April 8 Wausau—Dinotopia: The Fantastical Art of James Gurney. An exhibit featuring paintings, drawings and models from James Gurney’s Dinotopia series of best-selling books; Woodson Art Museum. 715.845.7010.
Through May 6 Green Bay—Moneyville. This traveling exhibit helps kids explore the history, science, math and economics behind money to promote economic literacy; Neville Public Museum. 920.448.4460.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 1 Wausau—Rock of Ages. Guys will love this five-time Tony Award-nominated hit full of iconic ’80s songs; The Grand Theater. 715.842.0988.
Feb. 3-5 Bayfield—Apostle Islands Sled Dog Race. Watch mushers drive their teams along an 80- or 60-mile course; Echo Valley Gravel Pit. 800.447.4094.
Feb. 3-5 Waukesha—Winter Wisconsin Antiques Dealers Association Show & Sale. Fifty-five quality dealers guarantee authentic merchandise with admissions benefiting local educational and historical organizations; Waukesha County Expo Center. 815.575.1272.
Feb. 4 Bayfield—Mt. Ashwabay Summit Ski Race. A collection of nordic ski races for all ages and abilities; Mt. Ashwabay Ski & Recreation Area. 715.373.5611.
Feb. 4 Chippewa Falls—A Night in Bohemia. Madison-based Harmonious Wail combines Eastern European folk songs with American jazz to produce a new page in the folk-jazz idiom; Heyde Center for the Arts. 715.726.9000.
Feb. 4 Green Bay—Frosty Family Fun Night. Bring the whole family for snowshoeing, crafts, live animals, a campfire and more; Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary. 920.391.3671.
Feb. 4 Green Lake—Karla Bonoff. This singer/songwriter has written songs for Linda Ronstadt, Wynonna Judd and Bonnie Raitt; Thrasher Opera House. 920.294.4279.
Feb. 4-5 Madison—Orchid Quest 2012. See orchid displays, vendors and artwork, plus attend seminars and participate in auctions and raffles; Alliant Energy Center. 608.231.3163.
Feb. 4-5 Prairie du Chien—Fisheree and Ice Fishing Competition. Compete for prizes and enjoy evening entertainment; Lakeview Marina Bar & Restaurant. 800.732.1673.
Feb. 5-6 Cedarburg—Winter Festival. With a theme of “The Nifty 50s,” this festival includes an ice carving contest, chili cook-off, parade and more; downtown. 262.377.9620.
Feb. 7-12 Appleton—Million Dollar Quartet. Smash-hit Broadway musical inspired by the true story of the recording session that brought together rock 'n' roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins; Fox Cities Performing Arts Center. 920.730.3760.
Feb. 10 Hartford—Vocal Trash. You can’t help but tap along to this band’s rock ’n’ roll beats; Schauer Arts & Activities Center. 262.670.0560.
Feb. 10-12 Eagle River—USA Adult Pond Hockey National Championships. Watch thousands of competitors from around the world compete on dozens of outdoor rinks; Dollar Lake. 800.359.6315.
Feb. 10-12 Madison—Garden Expo. Join over 20,000 garden, lawn and landscape enthusiasts at an educational event featuring the 1,200 square-foot WLCA Central Garden, hundreds of exhibitor booths, free educational seminars, hands-on workshops, a panel session and raffle. Alliant Energy Center. 608.262.5256.
Feb. 11 Bayfield—Blue Moon Ball. Pull out your old tuxes and prom dresses for this vintage dance for adults; Bayfield Lakeside Pavilion. 800.447.4094.
Feb. 11 Cambridge—Dip for Dozer. A fun day of winter activities including turkey bowling, ice carving and a polar plunge; downtown.
Feb. 11 Phillips—Valentine Wine Tasting. The Five Senses. 715.339.2777.
Feb. 16 Green Lake—Solas. Dance to the tunes of this lively Irish folk band; Thrasher Opera House. 920.294.4279.
Feb. 16-19 Milwaukee—Winter Series. Choreographer Brock Clawson presents a contemporary ballet featuring a multi-sensory performance of three abstract world premieres; Pabst Theater. 414.902.2103.
Feb. 17 Hartford—The Magic School Bus – Live! Ms. Frizzle’s students travel on a musical adventure to learn about climate change and how conservation can make a difference; Schauer Arts & Activities Center. 262.670.0560.
Feb. 18 Chippewa Falls—The Secret Life of Girls. An honest dramatization of teen-girl angst, opening a window into the destructive world of girls’ bullying; Heyde Center for the Arts. 715.726.9000.
Feb. 18 Green Bay—Public Snowshoe Hike. Snowshoes available for this hike for everyone ages 6 and up; Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary. 920.391.3671.
Feb. 18 Green Lake—Willy Porter. The singer/songwriter returns for his much-anticipated, annual concert; Thrasher Opera House. 920.294.4279.
Feb. 18 New London—Leopold Bench Building Workshop. Build your own rustic wooden bench designed by Wisconsin conservationist Aldo Leopold; Mosquito Hill Nature Center. 920.779.6433.
Feb. 18-19 Hartford—Take Me Home Tonight. A tribute to John Denver performed by Jim Curry; Schauer Arts & Activities Center. 262.670.0560.
Feb. 21 Appleton—Doubt, A Parable. A Tony Award-winning play that tackles faith, trust, mendacity, friendship and the Church with a deft and insightful touch; Fox Cities Performing Arts Center. 920.730.3760.
Feb. 24 Green Bay—Ice Fishing Workshop. Learn about ice fishing equipment, safety procedures and fish species, plus kids can make their own pole; Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary. 920.391.3671.
Feb. 24 Hartford—Michael Perry & The Long Beds. Humorist, writer and singer/songwriter Michael Perry performs a mix of country folk and Americana; Schauer Arts & Activities Center. 262.670.0560.
Feb. 25 Appleton—Stayin' Alive. The sound of the Bee Gees returns to the big stage; Fox Cities Performing Arts Center. 920.730.3760.
Feb. 25 Prairie du Chien—Bald Eagle Appreciation Day. Live bald eagle programs, exhibits, birding experts and outdoor viewing of eagles; Prairie du Chien Regional Tourism Center. 800.732.1673.
Feb. 25 Marshfield—Cultural Fair. Music, dance, international foods, displays and demonstrations highlight the diversity and connections within Central Wisconsin; UW-Marshfield/Wood County.
Feb. 25 Wausau—Randy Sabien and the Fiddlehead Band. Tap along to the rhythmic, bluesy, swinging sound of this band; The Grand Theater. 715.842.0988.