Many attractions set for May 2 First Fridays event

Downtown Racine will come alive on Friday evening, May 2, during another First Fridays event. From 6-9 p.m. shops, galleries, pubs and restaurants are open the entire evening with special offerings and demonstrations and there is live music on the streets and stores.

Outdoor entertainment is scheduled at Monument Square as well as locations along 6th and Main Streets. Performers include the Eddie Muniz & Bennett Carl Jazz Duo; Paul Kaye: Mark Herrod & Friends and Gary & DeAnn Lekas.

Additional entertainment and special events planned throughout Downtown Racine during First Fridays include:

* Artists Gallery will celebrating its 10th Anniversary with new works on display, a special 10” x 10” Member Exhibition and Silent Auction as well as a 20% Yellow Dot Sale featuring new works.
* Appearing at the Racine Heritage Museum will be the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War and their Auxiliary, dressed as Civil War soldiers and their supporters. Visit the Museum between 5:30 and 8:30 p.m. to learn about life during the Civil War.
* Blue Heron will perform at Dunn Bros. Coffee from 7-10 p.m.
* Nesting will feature Cheryl McCrary & The Heir-Born Praise Band.
* Night Wing will perform at Evelyn’s Club Main.
* Jeff Ward will appear at Molly MaGruder from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
* Enjoy free admission to RAM.
* A special First Fridays Workshop will be held at Fired Up! from 6-8:30 p.m. to paint a “Patches” dog or cat. Children ages 7 and up can participate while parents are enjoying the other activities of First Fridays.