Best time for BODY WORLDS

HERE ARE  a few tips for viewing BODY WORLDS, The Original Exhibition of Real Human Bodies, at the Milwaukee Public Museum,

Officials say Tuesdays through Thursdays are slower periods for the exhibit, which is one of the most popular in the history of the downtown Milwaukee museum at 800 W. Wells St.. On Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, hours for the exhibit are extended until 9 p.m. and those evenings are good viewing times.

Entrance into BODY WORLDS is timed. For reservations call 414-278-6170 or toll-free at 888-700-9069. The exhibition continues through June 1.

Complete address of sites is listed with first mention. Area codes of phone numbers are 414 unless shown otherwise. Please confirm events when possible; listings are subject to change.

DOWNTOWN WALKING TOURS by HISTORIC MILWAUKEE;  Saturday “Skywaukee Tours” starting at Shops of Grand Avenue, 161 W. Wisconsin Ave. Meet at statue on ground floor between TJ MAXX and Linens ‘n Things. 1 p.m. Two-hour tours. www.historicmilwaukee.org. 277-7795.

REALTORS HOME & GARDEN SHOW, through April 6; Wisconsin State Fair Park, Wisconsin Expo Center, 8200 W. Greenfield Ave. Decorating, home improvement, landscaping and garden needs. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun., 3-9 p.m. Wed. & Thurs.  CLOSED Mon., March 31-Tues., April 1. 778-4929.

SYMPOSIUM—PICTURING THE MODERN: PHOTOGRAPHY, FILM, AND SOCIETY IN CENTRAL EUROPE, 1918–1945, April 3-4; Milwaukee Art Museum, 700 N. Art Museum Dr. 5:15-9 p.m. Thurs., 9:15 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri. 224-3817.

FAMILY HEALTH AND WELLNESS DAY, April 4; Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W. Wells St. Open-house style health event featuring guest speakers at 2 and 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.

SCIENCE SATURDAY FOR KIDS, April 5; Milwaukee Public Museum. Science-themed classes for children in three different age groups: 3-5, 6-8 and 9-12, on select Saturdays during the BODY WORLDS exhibition. Kids will learn about the five senses (ages 3-5) or DNA and genetics (6-8 and 9-12). $25, $20 members. Adults accompanying children are free. Admission to the exhibit is not required to participate in the drive, but adults are welcome to attend the exhibition while kids are in class. Call 278-2714 to register.

FAMILY FREE DAY, April 5; Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W. Bluemound Rd. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 256-5412.

POLITICAL COLLECTORS SHOW, April 6; Cudahy Public Library, 3500 Library Dr., Cudahy. Spring show and sale of American Political Items Collectors.  Noon-3 p.m.

SEVEN SEAS DINE WITH WINE DINNER, April 8; Weissgerber’s Seven Seas Restaurant on Lake Nagawicka (1807 Nagawicka Rd., Hartland). “Vines from the Andes” theme with foods, wine and atmosphere from Argentina, Chile and South America. Multi-course specially planned dinners, complemented by elegant wines, strolling musicians and a festive, yet relaxing atmosphere. 6:30 p.m. 262-367-3903.

ART IN BLOOM, April 10-13; Milwaukee Art Museum. Floral workshops and presentations on gardening, floral arranging, container gardening and environmentally friendly practices such as rain gardens. Art in Bloom includes a marketplace, complete with informational displays. Coordinated with “Art in Bloom,” an exhibit featuring lavish bouquets placed next to works of art in the museum's collection. 224-3200.

BOOK SIGNING, April 12-13; Milwaukee Art Museum. 10:30 a.m. Sat. Susan Orlean and “the Orchid Thief.” 2:30 p.m. Sat. and Sun. Lois Ehlert and “Oodles of Animals.” 224-3200.

METROPARENT’S KIDSFEST, April 12-13; Wisconsn State Fair Park, Wisconsin Expo Center. KIDSfest is two days of fun, entertainment, learning and hands-on activities for families. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 647-4728.

38th ANNUAL NORSE ROSEMALER’S ASSOCIATION SHOW, April 12-13; Sons of Norway Lodge, 7507 W. Oklahoma Ave. Juried rosemaling show with over 75 exhibitors, featuring sales table, food court with ethnic bakery, demonstrations in rosemaling and woodcarving, woodenware sales, silent auction, raffle and Norwegian dancers on Sunday at 1 p.m. 262-767-2857.

VALERIE PLAME WILSON, CIA MOM, April 14; Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, 929 N. Water St.  Part of Smart Talk women’s lecture series. 7:30 p.m. 273-7206.

GALLERY NIGHT & DAY, April 18-19; Downtown Milwaukee. Gallery hopping Friday night and all day Saturday throughout downtown. 271-1416, 273-1173.

MUSIC IN THE DRAWING ROOM, April 18-19; Ten Chimneys, Genesee Depot, Wis. The Lunts’ magical Drawing Room will once again fill with stories and songs when husband and wife team Eric Comstock and Barbara Fasano perform. 262-968-4161.

PARTY FOR THE PLANET, April 19; Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W. Bluemound Rd. Earth Day celebration. 256-5412.

CELEBRATION OF POLISH CULTURE, April 20; Cedarburg Cultural Center, W62 N546 Washington Ave., Cedarburg. Milwaukee’s Polish heritage celebrated with dancers, music and a glimpse into the history behind the Polish heritage. 1 p.m. demos, 2 p.m. performance. 262-375-3676.

CELEBRATION OF CULTURE – LATINO CULTURES, April 25-26; Milwaukee Public Museum. El Día de los Niños, the “Day of the Children,” celebrates hopes and dreams of young people around the world. Families and young visitors can create a unique Papel Amate (historia) of their visit to the museum, then make music with traditional maracas. 278-2728 or 888-700-9069.

WESTSIDE?ART WALK, April 25-26; Village of Wauwatosa. Discover the thriving art scene in the Village and on Vliet St. from N. 60th to N. 43rd Sts. 5-9 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat.

WISCONSIN AREA MUSIC INDUSTRY (WAMI); April 28; Turner Hall, 1034 N. 4th St. 28th Annual Awards Show.

WISCONSIN BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY EXPO, April 30-May 1; Wisconsin State Fair Park, Wisconsin Expo Center. Over 225 exhibiting companies and over 4,500 business owners, presidents and other top executives will converge to experience the exciting booths, 30+ free seminars. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Wed., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Thurs. 277-8181, ext. 129.