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SUMMARY:Christmas Wizards - A Night of Trans-Siberian Orchestra and more!
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Wizards – A Night of Trans-Siberian Orchestra and more!\nChristmas Wizards pays homage to the legendary Trans-Siberian Orchestra and more with a spectacular tribute show that will leave you in awe. Experience the power of their iconic music as talented musicians take the stage\, bringing to life the enchanting melodies and electrifying energy that made the Trans-Siberian Orchestra famous. Be prepared to be transported to a world of wonder\, filled with dazzling lights\, lasers\, snow machines\, breathtaking pyrotechnics\, and heart-stirring performances. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to the magic of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra\, classic rock\, and holiday favorites\, this event is perfect for all ages. So gather your loved ones\, put on your favorite holiday sweater\, and join us for an evening that will ignite your holiday spirit\, and create memories that will last a lifetime. \nHundreds of FREE parking spots and great restaurants lining Main Street and surrounding area! We’ll see you soon!\n 
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/christmas-wizards-a-night-of-trans-siberian-orchestra-and-more/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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SUMMARY:Christmas Wizards - A Night of Trans-Siberian Orchestra and more! December 6
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Wizards – A Night of Trans-Siberian Orchestra and more!\nChristmas Wizards pays homage to the legendary Trans-Siberian Orchestra and more with a spectacular tribute show that will leave you in awe. Experience the power of their iconic music as talented musicians take the stage\, bringing to life the enchanting melodies and electrifying energy that made the Trans-Siberian Orchestra famous. Be prepared to be transported to a world of wonder\, filled with dazzling lights\, lasers\, snow machines\, breathtaking pyrotechnics\, and heart-stirring performances. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to the magic of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra\, classic rock\, and holiday favorites\, this event is perfect for all ages. So gather your loved ones\, put on your favorite holiday sweater\, and join us for an evening that will ignite your holiday spirit\, and create memories that will last a lifetime. \nHundreds of FREE parking spots and great restaurants lining Main Street and surrounding area! We’ll see you soon!\n 
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/christmas-wizards-a-night-of-trans-siberian-orchestra-and-more-dec6/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T193000
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SUMMARY:The Ornaments
DESCRIPTION:The Ornaments\nThe Ornaments started in 2005 as a local combo who wanted to play for friends and family the music of the greatest holiday special ever produced – Charles Schultz’s A Charlie Brown Christmas\, with its brilliant soundtrack by Vince Guaraldi. Since then\, their shows have grown into a Nashville holiday tradition\, stirring up the childhood feeling of sitting in front of the television with your loved ones on a cold December night\, watching Snoopy and the gang. Pianist Jen Gunderman\, bassist James Haggerty\, and drummer Martin Lynds play the classic Guaraldi record live from beginning to end and host a rotating cast of guest soloists who may play trombone\, pedal steel\, harmonica\, tin whistle\, electric guitar\, fiddle\, saxophone\, flute\, or even musical saw. Santa Claus himself has been known to stop by with his Telecaster. \nHundreds of FREE parking spots and great restaurants lining Main Street and surrounding area! We’ll see you soon!\n 
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/the-ornaments/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T200000
DTSTAMP:20251118T013059Z
CREATED:20251015T031013Z
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SUMMARY:National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989 - PG-13)
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Featured Film:\nNational Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989 – PG-13)\nSponsored by Forte Bank \nAs the holidays approach\, Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase) wants to have a perfect family Christmas\, so he pesters his wife\, Ellen (Beverly D’Angelo)\, and children\, as he tries to make sure everything is in line\, including the tree and house decorations. However\, things go awry quickly. His hick cousin\, Eddie (Randy Quaid)\, and his family show up unplanned and start living in their camper on the Griswold property. Even worse\, Clark’s employers renege on the holiday bonus he needs. \nDoors open 1/2 prior to the show
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/national-lampoons-christmas-vacation-1989-pg-13-2025/
CATEGORIES:Movies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T220000
DTSTAMP:20251212T200358Z
CREATED:20251009T022157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T200358Z
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SUMMARY:Dan Rodriguez - The All I Want for Christmas is Whiskey Tour 2025
DESCRIPTION:A message from Dan: \nHi\, I’m Dan. I’m a whiskey & beer drinking\, fishing & hunting loving\, motorcycle riding\, quality food eating\, hippie sympathizing\, hobby farm running\, people loving\, husband & father who lives in Minneapolis and shares a life with my amazing wife and two adorable sons named Oak and Alder. \nI grew up in the suburbs of Detroit\, MI\, and moved to Minneapolis when I was 18 to study music\, and I stayed because I’m one of those crazy people that enjoys the snow and cold weather. \nSongwriting\, and performing those songs for people\, is both my trade and my passion. When I’m not in my studio writing and cutting records\, or on the road playing shows\, I’m usually playing in the woods with our boys\, tending to our backyard chickens\, eating fresh veggies from my wife’s huge garden\, making syrup from our maple grove\, or doing one of my many outdoor hobbies. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/dan-rodriguez-the-all-i-want-for-christmas-is-whiskey-tour-2025/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T130000
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SUMMARY:Elf (2003 - PG)
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by Westbury Bank \nBuddy (Will Ferrell) was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa’s elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn’t fit in\, the adult Buddy travels to New York\, in full elf uniform\, in search of his real father. As it happens\, this is Walter Hobbs (James Caan)\, a cynical businessman. After a DNA test proves this\, Walter reluctantly attempts to start a relationship with the childlike Buddy with increasingly chaotic results. \nGet your throwing arm ready\, because we will be having a “snowball” fight in the theater during the movie!! (Can you guess when?)
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/elf-2003-pg-3/
CATEGORIES:Movies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T220000
DTSTAMP:20251212T200421Z
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SUMMARY:Suzy Bogguss - A Swingin' Little Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Suzy Bogguss\nSwingin’ Little Christmas \nA HUGE Congratulations to Suzy Bogguss for becoming the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry! See the very moment it happened\, below! \nSuzy Bogguss’ Swingin’ Little Christmas is a joyous\, festive evening of traditional songs and spontaneity. \n“The audience is different every night and so is our performance. The folks that come out are always in the spirit and eager to participate. They’re very much a part of the show\,” says Suzy. \nThe musicianship is jaw-dropping and Suzy’s rich and fluid voice takes us through sentimental songs like: “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” to her own raucous “Two Step Round The Christmas Tree”. It’s a fun-filled night of all the Christmas classics sprinkled with some of Suzy’s hits through the years and select songs from her recent releases American Folk Songbook\, Lucky and Aces Redux. The whole family will enjoy this Swingin’ Little Christmas Show! \nSuzy exclaims\, “my favorite thing is watching the people who were pretty much dragged to the show\, and seeing their faces change as the night goes on! I love the whole Scrooge transition.” \nHundreds of FREE parking spots and great restaurants lining Main Street and surrounding area! We’ll see you soon!\nPlease note all ticket sales are final. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/suzy-bogguss-a-swingin-little-christmas/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T130000
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SUMMARY:The Polar Express (2004 - G) including a "surprise" Meet & Greet with Santa 2025
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Featured Film with a “surprise” Meet & Greet with Santa Claus: The Polar Express (2004- G)\nSponsored by Timmer’s Resort \nShhh… This screening includes a special “surprise” visit from Santa Claus after the movie!\nThis special screening of the holiday classic The Polar Express is the perfect way to get the entire family in the holiday spirit! Plus\, there will be a small gift for the kids as well as a meet and greet opportunity with the legendary Father Christmas himself. \nTom Hanks and director Robert Zemeckis reunite for “Polar Express\,” an inspiring adventure based on the beloved children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole\, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. \nDoors open 1 hour prior to show.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/polar-express-with-surprise-santa-meet-greet-2025/
CATEGORIES:Movies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T200000
DTSTAMP:20251019T022436Z
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SUMMARY:White Christmas (1954 - NR)
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Featured Film: White Christmas (1954 – NR)\nSponsored by Westbury Bank \nSingers Bob Wallace and Phil Davis join sister act Betty and Judy Haynes to perform a Christmas show in rural Vermont. There\, they run into General Waverly\, the boys’ commander in World War II\, who\, they learn\, is having financial difficulties; his quaint country inn is failing. So what’s the foursome to do but plan a yuletide miracle: a fun-filled musical extravaganza that’s sure to put Waverly and his business in the black!
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/white-christmas-1954-nr-2025/
CATEGORIES:Movies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T130000
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SUMMARY:Miracle on 34th Street (1994-PG)
DESCRIPTION:Miracle on 34th Street (1994-PG) \nSponsored by Westbury Bank \nPrior to the Thanksgiving parade\, Cole’s Department Store’s special events director Dorey Walker fires Tony Falacchi\, an employee working as the store’s Santa Claus. Immediately trying to find a replacement\, she spots an elderly man who had been berating Falacchi and begs him to take over; the man introduces himself as Kris Kringle. Kris does so well during the parade that he is immediately hired by Cole’s\, despite his apparent belief that he is the real Santa Claus.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/miracle-on-34th-street-1994-pg/
CATEGORIES:Movies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251226T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251226T220000
DTSTAMP:20251212T200504Z
CREATED:20250919T015843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T200504Z
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SUMMARY:Chicken Wire Empire 2025
DESCRIPTION:Chicken Wire Empire returns to The Bend Theater for another highly-anticipated performance.\nSponsored by Westbury Bank \nFormed in Wisconsin\, Chicken Wire Empire has emerged as a pioneering force in the Upper Midwest contemporary bluegrass scene. Fusing traditional roots with innovative genre-blending elements\, the band has captivated audiences worldwide with their unique musicality and electrifying performances. \nIn 2023\, Chicken Wire Empire reached new heights with a showcase at the prestigious Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival.  It was an honor to perform 4 sets through rain and mud.  This came on the heels of their diverse creative ventures\, including “Verry Garcia\,” a Grateful Dead tribute\, and a distinctive rendition of The Smashing Pumpkins’ “Disarm.” These projects showcased their ability to seamlessly blend genres\, demonstrating a musical depth that resonates with both young and old fans of bluegrass. \nCWE’s sophomore studio endeavor\, “What Moves Mountains\,” received widespread praise upon its release\, and marks the band’s evolution.  This musical journey was artfully captured in the documentary “All It Takes.”  Directed by Ross Monagle\, the film showcased their travels across Wisconsin. \nHundreds of FREE parking spots and great restaurants lining Main Street and surrounding area! We’ll see you soon!\nPlease note all ticket sales are final.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/chicken-wire-empire-2025/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251227T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251227T220000
DTSTAMP:20251212T184615Z
CREATED:20250905T184457Z
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SUMMARY:Chris Barnes Comedy 2025
DESCRIPTION:Comedy at The Bend featuring Chris Barnes\nWhen he was six years old\, Chris Barnes already knew he wanted to be a stand-up comedian. He made his first appearance on stage at Sardino’s\, a local nite club in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin. Ever since then\, this native Milwaukeean has been making his mark on the comedy scene throughout the Midwest\, the South\, and the East Coast with his storming style of humor. \nBarnes can be best described as a high-energy comic that will take an audience and keep them laughing as he interprets his experiences of life. Barnes is also the man of many faces; his personality and facial expressions will bring an audience to life. Barnes has worked and laughed with such people as John Mendoza\, JJ Jimmy Walker\, Andrew Dice Clay\, Sinbad\, Bill Cosby\, and many others. It’s no surprise Barnes has become a national headliner\, working in such clubs as Dangerfield’s in New York City; Rascal’s in New Jersey; Zanies in Chicago; Chaplin’s in Detroit; Comedy Cafe in Milwaukee; and many others throughout the country. \nShow begins at 7:30pm. Doors\, bar & concessions open at 6:30pm \n**Comedy Disclaimer: Comedy is subjective. All ticket sales are final. This show will have 2 featured openers before the headlining comedian. \nHundreds of FREE parking spots and great restaurants lining Main Street and surrounding area! We’ll see you soon!\n 
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/comedy-at-the-bend-with-chris-barnes-2025/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events,Stand Up Comedy
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