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Guinness world record attempt happens June 23, Lake Geneva

Guinness world record attempt happens June 23, Lake Geneva

Vespa and scooter enthusiasts and their fans can participate in a Guinness world record attempt for the largest scooter parade on the planet. The rally happens Saturday, June 23, 2012. The parade kicks off at 11:00 a.m.

Participation is free to anyone who will be driving any type of scooter in the parade. For those who don't wish to ride in the parade, it's a great opportunity to watch the event and be a part of history in the making.

The two-mile route through historic Lake Geneva will have a police escort. It ends with a celebration at Flatiron Park in the City of Lake Geneva. Coordinators hope to have 1,000 Vespas and scooters of all types participate.

Take your dog for a swim at the pool

Take your dog for a swim at the pool

TAKE YOUR DOG FOR A SWIM AT THE POOL! ONLY $5 PER DOG

SUNDAY, AUGUST 21, 2011 - 5:00-6:30PM

  - McCarty Pool, 2567 S. 79th Street
  - Grobschmidt Pool, 2600 16th Avenue

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2011 - 6:30-8:00PM
 - Cool Waters in Greenfield Park, 2028 S. 124th Street

While at the Doggie Dip, purchase a 2011 Dog Exercise Area Permit for Only $10!

(Be sure to bring the license number and rabies tag number for each of your dogs.)

Raining Jane August 5 at Millions For Music Concert Series

Raining Jane August 5 at Millions For Music Concert Series

Raining Jane comes to town August 5 as part of the Millions For Music Concert Series in Milwaukee. The four lady band plays the acoustic, indie-rock genre of music that's becoming all the rage across the nation.

Millions For Music events are concerts hosted by Susan Million who has a love and passion for music. Million said, "This is a chance for local and national artists to play in an intimate, cozy setting with a small group of people. It gives artists the chance to showcase their talents right here in Milwaukee."

The venue couldn't be more fitting for these type's of events. Live Artists Studio, 228 S. 1st Street, Suite 302, in Milwaukee is a New York Style loft equipped with a bar and an ever changing gallery of progressive artwork.

Country Thunder roars into Wisconsin July 21-24

Country Thunder roars into Wisconsin July 21-24

Country music fans dust off your cowboy hats, shine your boots and get on those jeans and faded shirts. The 2011 Country Thunder Concert Series saddles up and rides into Twin Lakes July 21 through 24.

Some of C & W's hottest music acts from yesterday and today take two to stages over a fun-filled, all-American, four-day period. Folks will be camping out right on the grounds, enjoying tailgaiting, the beautiful Wisconsin Summer weather and nights under the stars. The sounds of country crooners like Lady Antebellum, Lorrie Morgan, Josh Turner, Rascal Flatts, The Charlie Daniel's Band and many more will play into the early morning hours.

Here's the 2011 Country Thunder all-star lineup.

Library book club information

Library book club information

Join your neighbors, friends and family for lively book discussions at the following Milwaukee Public Library locations:

*All discussions are free and open to public. New members are always welcome!*

Tippecanoe Library - 3912 South Howell Avenue

Driftless by David Rhodes

Wednesday June 8: 6-7 p.m.

 

Washington Park Library - 2121 North Sherman Boulevard

Green Lantern: Secret Origin by Geoff Johns and Ivan Reis

Washington Park comic book and graphic novel book club (readers of 18+ are welcome to attend)

Tuesday June 14: 6:45-7:45 p.m.

 

Bay View Library - 2655 South Kinnickinnic Avenue

The Help by Kathryn Stockett

Wednesday June 15: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

 

East Library - 1910 East North Avenue

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin by Benjamin Franklin

LocalTV, DataSphere partnership gives a voice to the people

LocalTV, DataSphere partnership gives a voice to the people

In the 1st article of a 2 part series, we told you all about BLOCKS- what it is, what it can do for you and how you can get involved. This 2nd article will focus on what's goes on "behind the scenes" at BLOCKS.

The partnership between FOX6 and DataSphere

DataSphere Technologies, located in the East Corridor of Bellevue, WA, is the company that hosts the virtual world that is BLOCKS. I was granted a rare, exclusive interview with DataSphere CEO Satbir Khanuja.

Bucks fans: score 2 FREE tickets, t-shirt, meet players at blood drive

Bucks fans: score 2 FREE tickets, t-shirt, meet players at blood drive

BloodCenter of Wisconsin and the Milwaukee Bucks host their 10th annual community blood drive, at the Bradley Center, Monday, February 28, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Everyone who attempts to donate will receive a free t-shirt as well as a complimentary voucher for 2 tickets to a future Bucks game. The event will also include surprise visits from Bucks players, the Energee! Dance Team and the loveable Bucks mascot Bango. Free childcare and free parking in the lot above Center court Bar & Grille on 4th and Highland will be provided.