Lake Country This Month
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By Kirsten Klahn Special to The Freeman DELAFIELD – Although the Fourth of July fireworks show only comes around once a year, it can require year- round planning to pull it together. "Planning for the show isn't as easy as it sounds," said Fred Weigel, who helps plan the city of Delafield's fire- works and works to bring in financial donations. Weigel's Fourth of July planning begins immediately after the previous year's fire- works show, which is when he reviews how the show went and what he can do to further improve next year's display. He has to make sure he's booked Green Bay-based Spielbauer Fireworks by October, the company that provides the fireworks and helps put on the show. Between October and May, Weigel has a temporary reprieve, but things heat up quickly once Memorial Day arrives. "That's when we officially start canvassing for money," Weigel said. "It's usually not on people's minds until then." Fireworks committee mem- bers rely solely on donations and go door to door to raise money for the fireworks. Weigel said he is always look- ing for more committee mem- bers, and those interested can contact him at 262-303-4942. Weigel also has to seek per- mission from various city committees before he's able to move forward with the fire- work display. On the day of the show, a barge hauls the stockpile of materials to St. John's Island on Nagawicka Lake. Discussing choreography with Spielbauer Fireworks also plays a key role, Weigel said. "We try to make the show entertaining so no one gets bored," Weigel said. "If you take too long in between (fire- works), people start yawn- ing." Weigel said he gets nervous each year that there won't be enough money raised, and the entire project takes a great deal of coordination. Despite it all, Weigel enjoys doing it. "The work is well worth it," he said. "It's just great seeing it all come together." "My belief is that we have the very best fireworks, and nobody even comes close to us in Waukesha County for fire- works," Weigel added. Parade prep For Jean Dodd, president of the Delafield Legion Auxil- iary, Delafield's parade plan- ning begins in spring. "In April, we start with applying for the parade per- mits," she said. "Then we have to add to our website the application for the parade participants. Through the month I make contact with the Fire Department and the Police Department though they already have our applica- tions from the city. From there, we have to plan the after-parade festivities." There is an annual flag retirement ceremony, as well as a children's transportation decorating contest, where the winners receive a trophy and bragging rights, Dodd said. The trophies need to be ordered, and the American Legion puts together goodie bags for the kids, which requires stuffing at least 200 bags, Dodd said. Things get much busier the day before and the day of the parade. "The day before we have our volunteers at the post to set up the bike judging areas, the flag retirement ceremony and the food areas. We serve hot dogs and chips – that is sponsored by Advanced Dis- posal, root beer soda spon- sored by Delafield Brewhaus and ice cream sponsored by and served by Wholly Cow Frozen Custard," Dodd said. Then it comes time to figure out the parade lineup, which the Legion tries to base on participants' requests. Trying to accommodate everyone's request is often one of the biggest challenges, Dodd said. On the day of the parade, work starts at 8 a.m. The key to a successful parade? Learn- ing to go with the flow, Dodd said. The best part of the parade is seeing everyone enjoy it, she said. "The smiles and jumping around says it all. Getting people involved with the Fourth of July keeps people aware of our freedom and reminds them why we cele- brate July 4th. As short as it is, it is one of my favorite things to do," Dodd said. A well-oiled machine in Pewaukee Nancy Waters, executive director of the Pewaukee Chamber of Commerce, said she appreciates the opportu- nity to put on Pewaukee's parade. "I'm thrilled we have to the opportunity to do this," Waters said. "It really gives us the chance to concentrate on our patriotism." Waters said the Pewaukee parade typically runs like a well-oiled machine. The chamber has an ongoing list of businesses that participate in the parade, and each year it emails the organizations to let them know when online registration is available. Waters also has volunteers who help her on the day of the parade to ensure things are organized and run smoothly. She is always on the lookout for ways to improve the parade and run it more effi- ciently. "Even though I'm working, it's just such an exciting time," Waters said. Saturdays: Oconomowoc Summer Farmers Market, 7 a.m. to noon, South Municipal Parking Lot behind 175 E. Wisconsin Ave., Oconomowoc. No charge. Contact Oconomowoc Chamber of Com- merce at 567-2666 or www.oconomowoc.org Saturdays: Delafield Farmers Mar- ket, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Main Street, next to the Fish Hatchery Building in Delafield. delafieldmarket@gmail.com. Thursdays: Thursday Night Con- certs, Nixon Park, Hartland. Con- certs run through Aug. 14. Wednesdays: American Legion Band, 7:30 p.m., City Beach, 324 W. Wisconsin Ave., Oconomowoc. 567-2199 Wednesdays: Pewaukee Farmers Market, 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Spring Creek Church, N35-W22000 Capi- tol Drive, City of Pewaukee. 691- 8851. June 19-21: "Don't Drink the Water" by Woody Allen. 7:30 p.m. SummerStage Lapham Peak Unit - Kettle Moraine State Forest, W329- N846 Highway C, Town of Delafield. Repeats June 26-28. Call 337-1560 for tickets. June 20 to 22: Wisconsin Desert Horse Association Horse Show, Waukesha County Expo Center, 1000 Northview Road, Waukesha. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., free admission, concessions available, free park- ing. www.wdha.net. June 20: Xeno & Joe Duo, monthly concert series, Spring Creek Church, N35-W22000 Capitol Drive, City of Pewaukee. 12:30 p.m. Tickets: general $10, group (6 or more) $8, student (5 to 17 years old)/chaperone $5. Register at www.springreekonline.com June 21: Rockesha – The Hair is Back!, featuring bands Warrant, Quiet Riot, Firehouse, Lita Ford, and Eric Martin of Mr. Big. Wauke- sha County Expo Center, 4 p.m. Early purchase $30 general admis- sion, $40 at the door, VIP seats available. Concessions available, parking $5 per vehicle.www.splatlive.com June 25: Andrea and the Mods, Waterfront Wednesdays, free con- cert at Pewaukee lakefront from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. www.positivelype- waukee.com June 28: 5K Foam Fest and Mud Run, Waukesha County Expo Cen- ter, an untimed race through mud and foam obstacles. Concessions available, parking $10 per vehicle www.5kfoamfest.com July 1 to July 31: Where's Waldo? In Oconomowoc of course!, Books & Company,1039 Summit Ave., Oconomowoc, 567-0106. The famous children's book character in the striped shirt and black-rimmed specs is visiting 25 different local businesses throughout July. Those who spot him can win prizes, including buttons, book coupons and more! Prize drawing July 31 at 7 p.m. at Books & Company. July 1 to Aug. 15: "Nature and All Its Glory," exhibit featuring artists Rene Couture and Jennifer Hicks and photographer Tom Voss. Almont Gallery, 342 W. Main St., Waukesha. www.almontgallery.com July 2: Electri-Violet, Waterfront Wednesdays, free concert at Pewaukee lakefront from 6 to 9 p.m. www.positivelypewaukee.com July 4: Fourth of July Fireworks Presented by the Waukesha Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department, (rain date July 6), Waukesha Coun- ty Expo Center, 9:15 p.m. Free admission, gates open at 7 p.m., concessions available, free parking July 4: Fourth of July celebration, Sussex Village Park, 9:30 a.m. parade from Village Hall west on Main Street to Village Park, 9:20 p.m. fireworks display. July 4: Delafield American Legion Family Post 196 Fourth of July Community Parade, 9 a.m., munici- pal parking lot at Main and Dopkins streets. www.delafieldlegion.com July 5: Delafield Fourth of July fire- works, 8:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., fire- works at dusk. St. John's Island, Lake Nagawicka. 646-6220. July 9: Burgundy Ties, Waterfront Wednesdays, free concert at Pewaukee lakefront from 6 to 9 p.m. www.positivelypewaukee.com July 11: Fish Sticks Comedy, 7:30 p.m. SummerStage, Lapham Peak Unit - Kettle Moraine State Forest, W329-N846 Highway C, Town of Delafield. Call 337-1560 for tickets. July 11 to 13: "Evita," Theatre on Main, 25 S. Main St., Oconomowoc. Making his directori- al musical debut at Theatre on Main, Oconomowoc's own Zach Woods has put together a stellar cast for this Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice award-winning musi- cal. Show repeats weekends through the month. Call the box office at 560-0564. www.theatreon- main.org. July 11 to 13: Multisport Weekend: Pewaukee Triathlon, downtown Pewaukee. 5K run/walk, kids triathlon/duathlon, adult duathlon, sprint triathlon. Various times and prices to sign up. www.positivelype- waukee.com July 10 to 27 (Thursday through Sunday each week): "Bonnie and Clyde" musical, presented by Lake Country Players, 221 E. Capitol Drive. Thursday, Friday and Satur- day at 7:30 p.m., additional shows Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets: $18 and $22. 367-3072 or lakecountryplayhouse.net. July 12: "I Run the Village" 5K Run/Walk. Starts at Sussex Village Park. Day-of registration 7:30 a.m., race starts 8:30 a.m. Details at www.villagesussex.org. July 16: Susan Gloss, author of "Vintage," author talk and book signing, Books & Company,1039 Summit Ave., Oconomowoc, 567- 0106. July 16: Hat Trick, Waterfront Wednesdays, free concert at Pewaukee lakefront from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. www.positivelypewaukee.com July 16 to 20: Waukesha County Fair. Waukesha County fair- grounds. Wednesday, 3 p.m. to 10 p.m., Thursday, Friday and Satur- day, 10 a.m. to midnight, Sunday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Adults $10, youths (6-12) $5, children 5 and under free at all times, parking $5, cash only. www.waukeshacounty- fair.com July 18: The Chris Hanson Band, monthly concer t series, Spring Creek Church, N35-W22000 Capi- tol Drive, City of Pewaukee. 12:30 p.m. Tickets: general $10, group (6 or more) $8, student (5 to 17 years old)/chaperone $5. Register at www.springreekonline.com July 18: Leahys Luck, an evening of Irish music and dance. 6:30 p.m. SummerStage, Lapham Peak Unit - Kettle Moraine State Forest, W329-N846 Highway C, Town of Delafield. Call 337-1560 for tick- ets. July 19: Comedy/magic show, 6:30 p.m. SummerStage, Lapham Peak Unit - Kettle Moraine State Forest, W329-N846 Highway C, Town of Delafield. Call 337-1560 for tickets. July 20: Delafield-Summit Lions Steak & Cruise, cruise around Nagawicka Lake, dinner at the Seven Seas, arrive at 4 p.m., $60.00/person. Tickets available at www.delafieldlions.org or call Gary's Auto for more information at 646-8507. July 22: Rebecca Rasmussen, author of "Evergreen," author talk and book signing, at 7 p.m. Books & Company, 1039 Summit Ave., Oconomowoc, 567-0106 July 23: June Melby, author of "My Family and Other Hazards," author talk and book signing, 7 p.m., Books & Company, 1039 Summit Ave., Oconomowoc, 567- 0106 July 23: Soul Kitchen, Waterfront Wednesdays, free concer t at Pewaukee lakefront from 6 to 9 p.m. www.positivelypewaukee.com July 24 to 26, July 31 to Aug. 2, and Aug. 7 to 9: "Tanner's Folly" by Lanford Wilson, 7:30 p.m., SummerStage. Lapham Peak Unit - Kettle Moraine State Forest, W329-N846 Highway C, Town of Delafield. Call 337-1560 for tick- ets. July 25 to 27: Waukesha Kennel Club All Breed Dog Show, Wauke- sha County Expo Center, Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday 7 a.m. 5 p.m.. Free admission Friday, $5 per car on Saturday and Sunday. Competi- tions all day. Many pet merchan- dise vendors. Concessions avail- able. Parking included with admis- sion. www.waukeshakennel- club.org July 25: Kids From Wisconsin, 7:30 p.m., Oconomowoc Arts Cen- ter, 641 E. Forest St., Oconomowoc. Tickets: Adults $20, seniors $17, students $10. 560- 3172. www.theoac.net. July 25-26: Nor th Shore Bank Taste of Lake Country, Pewaukee lakefront. Friday 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Saturday 4 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Festival celebrates food and music in Lake Country. www.posi- tivelypewaukee.com July 26: William Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," per- formed by Kaiser-Karl School stu- dents from Itzehoe, Germany. Oconomowoc Arts Center, 641 E. Forest St. Oconomowoc. Tickets: Adults, $15, seniors/students $10 560-3172. www.theoac.net. July 30: One Ping Only Band, Waterfront Wednesdays, free con- cert at Pewaukee lakefront from 6 to 9 p.m. www.positivelypewau- kee.com. 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