Baird Center

Join us at the 2026 EmPower Luncheon to celebrate 20 years of supporting children and families in our communities!
This year's EmPower Luncheon marks a powerful milestone:&nbsp;the 20th anniversary of the C.A.R.E. Center&nbsp;(Child Advocacy Resources and Empowerment)-the only Child Advocacy Center in Waukesha County and a lifeline for children and families facing unimaginable challenges.
As a program of The Women's Center, the C.A.R.E. Center is part of a comprehensive network of services that supports survivors of child abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking across Waukesha County. All proceeds from this event benefit every program and service of The Women's Center.
Schedule
11:00 AM – Registration, networking, auction &amp; raffle
12:00 PM – Lunch &amp; program
1:30 PM – Auction checkout
Tickets
$125 per person | $1,750 table (10 guests) &amp; sponsor benefits
Online Auction
The EmPower online auction runs April 22- April 29, 2026, and features dozens of fantastic items from local businesses and individuals.
Interested in donating an item or service for the auction? Contact&nbsp;MelissaV@twcwaukesha.org&nbsp;or 262.522.3813
Sponsor Opportunities
Sponsorships start at just $500 and provide many opportunities to promote your business.
Contact Melissa Vrtis at&nbsp;MelissaV@twcwaukesha.org&nbsp;or 262.522.3813 for questions or more information.
By sponsoring or attending this year's luncheon, you are standing with children, honoring 20 years of child advocacy impact, and investing in a future where children are protected. Your support makes a life-changing difference-one child, one family at a time.
Please visit the website to purchase tickets.

Local Event: 2026 EmPower Luncheon

Waukesha County

Waukesha

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2026 EmPower Luncheon

Join us at the 2026 EmPower Luncheon to celebrate 20 years of supporting children and families in our communities!
This year's...

Sunset Playhouse

It’s 1955, and into a square little town in a square little state rides a guitar-playing young man who changes everything and everyone he meets in this hip-swiveling, lip-curling musical fantasy that’ll have you jumpin’ out of your blue suede shoes with classics like “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “Don’t Be Cruel.”
This crowd-pleasing musical is inspired by and features the songs of Elvis Presley®.

“A Hunk, a Hunk of Burnin’ Nostalgia” —The New York Times

Local Event: Sleuth

Sleuth

It’s 1955, and into a square little town in a square little state rides a guitar-playing young man who changes everything and...

It’s 1955, and into a square little town in a square little state rides a guitar-playing young man who changes everything and everyone he meets in this hip-swiveling, lip-curling musical fantasy that’ll have you jumpin’ out of your blue suede shoes with classics like “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “Don’t Be Cruel.”
This crowd-pleasing musical is inspired by and features the songs of Elvis Presley®.

“A Hunk, a Hunk of Burnin’ Nostalgia” —The New York Times

It’s 1955, and into a square little town in a square little state rides a guitar-playing young man who changes everything and everyone he meets in this hip-swiveling, lip-curling musical fantasy that’ll have you jumpin’ out of your blue suede shoes with classics like “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “Don’t Be Cruel.”
This crowd-pleasing musical is inspired by and features the songs of Elvis Presley®.

“A Hunk, a Hunk of Burnin’ Nostalgia” —The New York Times

Western Lakes Golf Club & Event Venue

Explore the venue indoors &amp; out, sample the menu, and meet top Milwaukee event vendors—all in one evening. If you’re planning a wedding, corporate event, or golf outing, this is your chance to experience what’s possible at Western Lakes.

Local Event: Western Lakes Open House

Western Lakes Open House

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Explosive duets by famous duos from the ’60s – ’80s.

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Double Dynamite: From '60s to '80s

Explosive duets by famous duos from the ’60s – ’80s.

Explosive duets by famous duos from the ’60s – ’80s.

It’s 1955, and into a square little town in a square little state rides a guitar-playing young man who changes everything and everyone he meets in this hip-swiveling, lip-curling musical fantasy that’ll have you jumpin’ out of your blue suede shoes with classics like “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “Don’t Be Cruel.”
This crowd-pleasing musical is inspired by and features the songs of Elvis Presley®.
“A Hunk, a Hunk of Burnin’ Nostalgia” —The New York TimesTwo Performances: 2PM &amp; 7:30PM

The Ingleside Hotel

Celebrate Mom at Our Mother's Day Brunch! Treat the special woman in your life to an unforgettable Mother's Day experience at The Ingleside Hotel on May 10 from 10 am to 2pm. Give Mom the gift she truly deserves - a relaxing, delicious celebration surrounded by family and delicious food. Book your reservation at <a href="https://bit.ly/InglesideMothersDay?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExVExnVVd6WUdYS0hQR0pFdXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7zTS29Bhi7f3AcCAZKlzzb87j6iqZj1k2v_sRsq1THEaLUgEgD_IxgsFUm5Q_aem_EjnMhKLYd069D8wfbxPOEw" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">bit.ly/InglesideMothersDay</a>!&nbsp;

Local Event: Mother's Day Brunch

Mother's Day Brunch

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Explosive duets by famous duos from the ’60s – ’80s.

Local Event: Double Dynomite: From '60s to '80s

Double Dynomite: From '60s to '80s

Scbool for the Arts ProductionsGet ready to rock ‘n’ roll with All Shook Up Young@Part—a high-energy, family-friendly adaptation of the Broadway musical inspired by the songs of Elvis Presley!&nbsp;
Loosely based on Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, set in a small 1950s town, the story follows a guitar-playing rebel who shakes up everything and everyone he meets. When his arrival inspires love, laughter, and a whole lot of dancing, the town discovers that life, like music, is best when you let yourself be “all shook up.”
All Shook Up Young @ Part is packed with classic hits like “Jailhouse Rock,” “Heartbreak Hotel,” and “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” Don’t miss&nbsp;its fun characters, rockin’ choreography, and timeless message about following your heart and being yourself.

Local Event: All Shook Up young@part

All Shook Up young@part

Scbool for the Arts ProductionsGet ready to rock ‘n’ roll with All Shook Up Young@Part—a high-energy, family-friendly...

Auditions: May 11 &amp; 13, 2026 Call backs: May 15, 2026
Bend and snap your way to Sunset Playhouse for LEGALLY BLONDE: The Musical! This fabulously fun and feel-good show follows the journey of Elle Woods, a perky and determined sorority queen who trades fashion for law school to win back her ex-boyfriend. But along the way, Elle discovers her true power, proving that being yourself is always in style!
 Whether you love romance, comedy, or just a whole lot of pink, this high-energy musical is a must-see!

Local Event: AUDITIONS - Legally Blonde

AUDITIONS - Legally Blonde

Auditions: May 11 & 13, 2026   Call backs: May 15, 2026
Bend and snap your way to Sunset Playhouse for LEGALLY BLONDE: The...

School for the Arts ProductionsGet ready to rock ‘n’ roll with All Shook Up Young@Part—a high-energy, family-friendly adaptation of the Broadway musical inspired by the songs of Elvis Presley!&nbsp;
Loosely based on Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, set in a small 1950s town, the story follows a guitar-playing rebel who shakes up everything and everyone he meets. When his arrival inspires love, laughter, and a whole lot of dancing, the town discovers that life, like music, is best when you let yourself be “all shook up.”
All Shook Up Young @ Part is packed with classic hits like “Jailhouse Rock,” “Heartbreak Hotel,” and “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” Don’t miss&nbsp;its fun characters, rockin’ choreography, and timeless message about following your heart and being yourself.

School for the Arts ProductionsGet ready to rock ‘n’ roll with All Shook Up Young@Part—a high-energy, family-friendly...

Enter the world of mystery and mind games with SLEUTH, Anthony Shaffer’s brilliantly crafted thriller that keeps audiences guessing until the final moment.
Wealthy crime novelist Andrew Wyke invites his wife’s lover, Milo Tindle, to his grand estate for what appears to be a civil confrontation. But as their conversation turns into a high-stakes battle of wits, elaborate schemes unfold, and nothing is as it seems.
With razor-sharp dialogue, shocking twists, and a suspenseful cat-and-mouse game, SLEUTH delivers a night of intrigue, tension, and dark humor that will leave you breathless.

Wits will clash, secrets will unravel, and only one man will win!

Enter the world of mystery and mind games with SLEUTH, Anthony Shaffer’s brilliantly crafted thriller that keeps audiences...

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