When cool winds begin to blow, give them the cold shoulder by living it up in Brew City. After all, summer may be coming to an end, but my social calendar is heating up, because there’s still plenty going on in Milwaukee! Whether you’re a shopaholic or an alcoholic, there’s something for you to enjoy this week.
In fact, there is so much going on, honey pie, that I’m going to forgo my advice column this week just to help you fill your appointment book with good times. There’s still plenty of late-summer fun to be had, so c’mon, get happy this week before Jack Frost plants his icy ass in Milwaukee. Check out my social calendar below, and let’s have some fun!
Ruthie’s Social Calendar
Sept. 6—Opening Night of Hedwig and the Angry Inch at Next Act Theatre (255 S. Water St.): Don’t miss the groundbreaking musical that smashes the fourth wall with a heartfelt mixture of angst, comedy, desire, loneliness and love. The team at All In Productions tackles John Cameron Mitchell and Stephen Trask’s rock opera, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, with an eight-show run. Seats go for $25 with discounts available for students, seniors and veterans. See nextact.org for tickets, show times and more.
Sept. 8—The Great Fall Rummage Sale and Flea Market at Art*Bar (722 E. Burleigh St.): One girl’s trash is another girl’s treasure! Whether you’re trashy or not, you’ll find lots of treasures at this mega street sale that runs 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Riverwest.
Sept. 8—Costume and Vintage Super Sale at Miller and Campbell Costume Service (907 S. First St.): Get a jump-start on Halloween when you search the vaults of Milwaukee’s most famous costume shop. From colorful capes and crazy cloaks to whacky wigs and whimsical wear, you’ll find dramatic, one-of-a-kind pieces at this popular 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. sale.
Sept. 8—Grease Night at Miller Park (1 Brewers Way): Grease is the word when Miller Park steps back into the ’50s as the Brew Crew takes on the Giants. This night at the ball park includes a ticket to the game and a blue T-Bird shirt or a Pink Lady top. See mlb.com/brewers/tickets for tickets for this fun ’50s-themed night.
Sept. 8—Here & Queer Pride Prom at Milwaukee LGBT Community Center (1110 N. Market St.): The gang at Project Q Youth Services happily announce their premier prom! A safe place for all, the 6-10 p.m. event includes dancing, snacks and an 8 p.m. lip-sync battle. Email jerdheim@mkelgbt.org or atucker@mkelgbt.org for tickets.
Sept. 8—Lesbian Pop-Up Bar at Burnhearts (2599 S. Logan Ave.): Make some new friends when you hit up this one-night-only party for women. The 8 p.m. evening includes drink specials and plenty of mixing and mingling. Who could ask for anything more?
Sept. 8 and 9—Third Ward Art Festival (throughout the Third Ward): Enjoy Milwaukee’s historic Third Ward in a new way when you stroll the streets, checking out artists, makers, crafters and other vendors displaying and selling their finest. The art fest run 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Bring the whole family as kid-friendly activities are scattered throughout.
Sept. 9—Skimpy Cowboys Party at Kruz (354 E. National Ave.): Celebrate the close of summer with cowhands in their undies as the Castaways Leather/Levi social group hosts another Sunday Funday. Enjoy the friendly guys, incredible beer garden, beer bust and raffles before Jack Frost takes over. Come dressed as a “skimpy cowboy,” and you’ll receive five free raffle tickets at the 3-7 p.m. good time.
Sept. 10—“Camp Wannakiki” Preview Party at Mary’s Arcade Bar (734 S. Fifth St.): “Hello campers!” Join me and a few of the contestants from the new drag reality show, “Camp Wannakiki,” during this free 7 p.m. preview party. Complimentary snacks, two-for-one drink specials and more make this a great way to beat the Monday blues. Plus, you’ll get to see the latest episode before it goes national! Food and “Wannakiki” merchandise available for purchase. See you there!
Want to share an event with Ruthie? Email DearRuthie@Shepex.com and follow her on Instagram @ruthiekeester and Facebook at Dear Ruthie. Don’t miss Ruthie’s new reality show, “Camp Wannakiki” on YouTube.
