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What is Halloween without a pumpkin? Whether you just want one to set on your porch or you’re in the business of making jack o’ lanterns, you’ll want to find a great place to find the perfect pumpkin. Try one of these fabulous vegetable farms and pumpkin patches in Kenosha, Racine, and Milwaukee, Wisconsin! Please visit the attached links for further information on hours and locations. Southeast Wisconsin Pumpkin Farms Boryzynski's Monday - Saturday: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Jim's Pumpkin Farm 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Jerry Smith Pumpkin Farm 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Meadowbrook Pumpkin Farm Monday - Wednesday: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM Thursday, Sunday: 10:00 AM to 10:00 AM Friday - Saturday: 10:00 AM to 11:45 PM Land of the Giants Monday - Friday: 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM Saturday - Sunday: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Lindner Pumpkin Farm 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Patterson Orchards 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM Swan's Pumpkin Farm 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM Halloween 2018 Trick-or-Treat Times for Kenosha and Racine, WI For more ideas on how to make the most out of the season, check out our blog and contact us here at Palmen GM. The Palmen GM dealership is located in Kenosha, Wisconsin within Kenosha County, near Racine and south of Milwaukee.

We’re just about into October, which means you’ve likely already seen some Halloween and fall decorations appearing. If you’re lucky, or maybe unlucky depending on your tastes, you’ve already heard Halloween songs popping on the radio and in stores. One of our favorites is the cheesy rap classic “Nightmare on My Street,” by Will Smith. <span data-mce-type="bookmark" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span> Along with songs, October brings much more of Halloween such as means scary movies, parties, and jack-o'-lanterns. However, a very important event for families is trick-or-treating! There’s nothing kids love more than going around dressed up in costumes and getting free candy! Trick or Treat Times in South East Wisconsin We’re sure to cover Halloween events such as haunted houses, festivals, and pumpkin patches early into October. However, one piece of information that’s already out is the 2018 trick-or-treat times for many cities in Wisconsin. While some smaller towns might be excluded, there’s a good chance that your hometown is listed. Take a look at the whole list here, in alphabetical order, to check. As we’re located in Kenosha County and serve the surrounding area, we here at the Palmen Auto Group wanted to highlight some of the big cities featured on that list. So, here are the 2018 trick-or-treat hours for Kenosha, Wisconsin, and Racine, Wisconsin. Kenosha, Wisconsin Trick-or-Treat Times Wednesday, October 31, 2018 – 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Racine, Wisconsin Trick-or-Treat Times Sunday, October 28, 2018 – 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm State Parks in Kenosha, WI Explore More Local, Seasonal, and Holiday Events in Kenosha County This is just the beginning of a fresh new wave of local articles as we move towards the end of the year. Make sure to check out our blog throughout the coming weeks as we cover additional Halloween topics as well as local Thanksgiving and Christmas events and ongoings later this year. You can also contact us for more ideas. The Palmen GM dealership is located in Kenosha, Wisconsin within the greater area of Kenosha County.

Right now, the 2018 ‘Best of Kenosha’ competition is underway. A yearly poll, these readers’ choice awards highlight the best businesses throughout Kenosha County, including food, entertainment, education, wellness, and more! This year, the Palmen Automotive group of stores is up for a number of categories. The one we’d like to talk about today is the Best of Auto – New Cars category. Best New Cars, Trucks, and Models at the Palmen Auto Group Aside from our location here at the Palmen GM dealership, there are also the Palmen Fiat, Palmen Kia, and Palmen Motors dealerships also located in Kenosha, Wisconsin. As all of these dealership locations are included within the Palmen Auto group of stores. Each dealership provides the residents of Kenosha County with a different selection of new vehicles to shop and choose from. Palmen Fiat provides Alfa Romeo models. Palmen GM provides Buick, Cadillac, and GMC models. Palmen Kia provides a larger selection of Kia Models. Finally, Palmen Motors has a healthy stock of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram vehicles available for purchase. With Palmen Auto Stores, we make sure those throughout Kenosha County can find the perfect fit for their next car purchase! For those who have and continue to enjoy our service at any Kenosha located Palmen Automotive dealership, please feel free to thank us by casting your vote right here. For the ‘Best of Kenosha’ competition, Palmen Auto Stores is up for 4 different categories: New Cars, Used Cars, Auto Shop Service, and Tire Store. State Parks in Kenosha, WI Find More Palmen Automotive Help, Service, and Deals in Kenosha, WI If you’re located in the Kenosha, Wisconsin area and are in need of any automotive assistance, please contact us.

Mexican Restaurants near Kenosha, WI The Cinco de Mayo holiday celebrates the Mexican army's unlikely victory over France during the Franco-Mexican War. Many people in the US and Mexico commemorate this victory by celebrating each year on Cinco de Mayo. Check out these local Mexican restaurants around Kenosha! View Our Inventory La Fogata Mexican Grill Location: 3300 Sheridan Road, Kenosha, WI Hours: Sunday – Thursday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday – Saturday: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Los Cantaritos Mexican Restaurant Location: 4031 52nd Street, Kenosha, WI Hours: Sunday – Thursday: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday – Saturday: 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. La Fe Café Location: 3806 Roosevelt Road, Kenosha, WI Hours: Open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Los Compadres Mexican Restaurant Location: 3935 52nd Street, Kenosha, WI Hours: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. El Sarape Location: 5836 75th Street B, Kenosha, WI Hours: Sunday – Thursday: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday – Saturday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. We hope you have a fun weekend celebrating Cinco de Mayo!

State Parks near Kenosha WI Now that spring is finally here and the weather is (slowly) warming up, many people are itching to get outside and enjoy the fresh air and beautiful scenery around Wisconsin. If you are looking for something to do outside, check out these state parks near Kenosha! View our new inventory Hiking Spots near Kenosha WI Petrifying Springs Park Location: 5555 7th Street, Kenosha, WI 53144 Hours: Open Daily from 7 am to 10 pm Highlights: Petrifying Springs State Park has beautiful scenery and amenities like a ball diamond, dog park, golf courses, hiking trails, a playground and more. Sanders Park Hardwoods State Natural Area Location: Exculpating Road, Mount Pleasant, WI, 53403 Hours: Open Daily from 6 am to 10 pm Highlights: Sands Park Hardwoods is occupied by southern dry-mesic forests and many species of wildflowers and ferns. Birds also frequent the area, so folks who love exploring nature will enjoy this natural area. Kenosha Sand Dunes Location: 7th Ave, Pleasant Prairie, WI, 53158 Hours: Open Daily 7 am to 10 pm Highlights: The Kenosha Sand Dunes have striking scenery and many trails for hiking and walking. HarborPark Location: 5501 Ring Road, Kenosha, WI 53140 Hours: Open Daily from 9 am to 10 pm Highlights: HarborPark is right on the Lake Michigan shoreline and features many festivals and events during the summer months. It features a splash pad area, sculpture walk, HarborMarket, and more. No matter what kind of outdoor activities you enjoy, Wisconsin State Parks are a great option! Time to get out there and enjoy spring and summer weather!

End of Year 2017 Vehicle Specials Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac The end of the year is coming up fast, and Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac wants to celebrate, offering a variety of savings on our top Buick, GMC and Cadillac models for you to take advantage of! Check out these deals here! View Our Inventory Vehicle Specials at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac 2017 Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac is offering a variety of deals on some of our top vehicles, including: $15,000 off the 2017 Cadillac XTS. This sedan is comfortable and luxurious, with premium materials throughout the cabin, a spacious trunk area, and plenty of safety and convenience technology to give you peace of mind behind the wheel. $8,000 off the 2017 Buick Enclave. The Enclave is a spacious SUV model equipped with a 3.6-liter V6 engine that reaches up to 288 horsepower, offers seating for up to seven passengers and has standard Bluetooth® connectivity. $10,000 off the 2017 GMC Acadia Denali. This SUV also offers seating for seven passengers, has a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot and an optional rear-seat entertainment system, ensuring your passengers will remain comfortable and connected no matter how long the trip is. $14,000 off the 2017 GMC Yukon Denali. The Yukon Denali is a full-size SUV that has a quiet interior, plenty of space for passengers and cargo storage, and a powerful engine that propels you forward, coming standard with a 5.3-liter V8 engine. Other offers included in the End of Year specials are 20% off 2017 Buick Regal and Cascada models, 30% off 2017 Buick Encore and Envision models, and employee pricing on all 2018 GMC Sierra SLT and 2018 GMC Yukon models. Check out these deals at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac today!

The Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade theme for 2017 is "Honoring Kenosha's History." Entrants wishing to enter into the parade can highlight their own history in Kenosha or celebrate milestones in the city's past. Kenosha's automotive history will also be on display with a variety of classic cars. This parade, having been an annual tradition for over 40 years, features floats, unique performances and fun for the whole family. Read More: Which Dog Breeds Do Best on Road Trips? Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade July 2017 The 2017 Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade will take place on Sunday, July 2. Because of planned construction in the downtown area, the Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade will have a new route for 2017. Check This Out: Spring Clean Your Vehicle The Right Way In 2017 The parade will begin at 1 p.m. in the Uptown district, at the corner of 63rd Street and 22nd Avenue., and moves north on 22nd Avenue to 60th Street. The route then proceeds east on 60th Street to Sheridan Road, then north on Sheridan Road, ending at 54th Street. Fun Facts About the History of Kenosha WI Mark Ruffalo was born in Kenosha WI in 1967. (He might be at this parade. You never know.) Kenosha is the 4 th largest city in Wisconsin behind Milwaukee, Madison and Green Bay. There have been several mammoth discovers during archeological digs in Kenosha County. The City of Kenosha and Kenosha County are certified as a "Bird City," being one of the best locations in the area to watch birds!

If you are looking to get in the spirit of fall, what better way than to take part in the Oktoberfest excitement? Drink beer and enjoy live music and food while you take in the beautiful transition into fall weather in Wisconsin. Read on to learn more about when and where you can find the Oktoberfest event in Kenosha WI for 2016. Oktoberfest Admission and Location Kenosha WI 2016 Oktoberfest at Kemper Center 2016 If you're looking to enjoy German food, beer and dancing, head to the Kemper Center on October 1, 2016. Located at 6501 3rd Ave, Kenosha, WI 53143, the Kemper Center Soccer Fields hold the festivities for the whole family. The gates open at 3:00pm and there will be entertainment to enjoy from 4-10pm. There is a $10 entrance fee, and tickets can be purchased in advance at the Kemper Center Main Office. For any questions please feel free to call 262-925-8040. Read More: Best Dog Parks Near Kenosha WI There will be plenty of food available for those looking to enjoy German heritage and cooking, and a full cash bar for those who want to sample German beer and drinks.  There's sure to be something at the Kemper Center Oktoberfest for everyone.

There are some things that make your summer more enjoyable, and one of those things are outdoor concerts. Talented artists come together to provide a night of entertainment, and all you have to do is show up. Sound too good to be true? Well, it's our pleasure at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac to sponsor this great event called the Twilight Jazz Concert Series in Kenosha WI for 2016. We'll tell you when you can come to see the concerts and where to go to enjoy the work of these fine artists. Twilight Jazz Concert Dates Kenosha WI 2016 This free outdoor concert series is sponsored by area businesses, including Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac. Located on the grounds of Anderson Arts Center, right beside Lake Michigan, you can bring a chair or blanket to enjoy some unique Jazz performances on a beautiful summer evening. July 19th -- John Crawford Jazz Band July 26th -- Kenosha Unified School District Jaz All-Stars August 4th -- Dave Braun Trio & Friends August 30th -- UW-Parkside Jazz Combo and Jack Plovanich directs The Parkside Reunion Big Band Twilight Jazz Concert Details 2016 Food and beverages will be available for purchase (there are no carry-in alcoholic beverages allowed) and all the proceeds will go to the Kemper Center and Jazz Programming. The park opens at 6:00pm and the concert will begin at 7:00pm. A 50/50 raffle will be going on and the art galleries and gift shop will be open with free admission. Read More: Kenosha WI Farmers' Market Locations 2016 If you have any further questions or would like to contact someone regarding a private party or request, visit this site.

When it comes to car shopping, there is a lot to love. You get to drive home in a newer, nicer car. You feel the excitement of the added comfort and convenience that comes with purchasing a high-tech vehicle. All the latest features are calling your name, and it's finally your time to take advantage of them. What could make it even better? Well, the team at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac of Kenosha is going to sweeten the deal by giving you a trunk full of delicious, refreshing soda with the purchase of any car during the month of July! Read on to learn more about the Pop in the Trunk Event for 2016 in Kenosha WI. Used Car Incentives Kenosha WI Whether you're looking for a new or used vehicle, we want you to go home a winner. While the inventory and great prices at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac are enough to make most drivers a winner, we want to make the deals even sweeter. Throughout the month of July, 2016, you will get to drive home in a new or used vehicle from our lot, and leave with a trunk full of delicious soda to enjoy. Read More: Should I Get an I-4 or a V-6 Engine? Summer is the perfect time to sit and sip a fizzy drink, and nothing could be better than getting one (or quite a few!) for free. We want to make our community a sweeter place to be this summer, and so we are offering our valued customers the chance to bring home more than just a new car when they shop with us. Test Drive Used Cars Under 10K Kenosha WI At Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac, we have a wide range of vehicles and prices to match even the tightest of budgets. Whether you're in the market for something shiny and new, or you'd like to save a few bucks and take home something that's only new to you, we have it here. Read More: Vehicle Maintenance Coupons For Kenosha WI Feel free to stop by our dealership lot and take a look, or peek at our up-to-date online inventory. If you find something you like, give us a call or schedule your test drive appointment online. We can't wait to fill your car's trunk with free soda!

Spring and summer have arrived, and our inventory is in need of quality used vehicles! What this means is that we are prepared to buy back vehicles for a great price, and help you get into a newer vehicle! We are looking especially for vehicles that are from specific models years, and because of this, they are subject to high trade in allowances here at Palmen. Read on to find out more about the deals you'll find here during our three-day Trade Keys Sales Event at Palmen in June 2016! Trade In With No Money Out of Pocket Kenosha WI Here at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac, we are offering excellent trade-in offers that will have you driving home in a newer, nicer vehicle! With our help, and the wide range of vehicles we offer here, you can take home a new car without paying more per month. Read More: Vehicle Service Center Coupons Kenosha WI What this means is that you can have the car you want, without paying more per month, and without having to put money down before driving it home. Our trade-in special is here for only 3 days, during the Let's Trade Keys Sales Event! Give us a call or come in to see us to see if your trade-in qualifies for a sweet deal! Let's Trade Keys Sales Event Hours and Locations The Let's Trade Keys Sales Event is taking place at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac in Kenosha WI, on Friday June 17th, Saturday June 18th, and Monday June 20th! We are looking for cars of any make and model from the years 2008-2014. Of course, we love to accept and trade in other vehicles, but the 2008-2014 models are especially high in demand, so bring yours in and get the process started!

If you love supporting your community, or just love cooking with fresh foods, then summertime is your season and farmers' markets are your place! Head out to any of the following locations and find fresh produce and homemade deliciousness for you to enjoy. There are many benefits to supporting your local farmers, so get out and find a farmers' market. Read on to find the Kenosha WI farmers' market hours and locations for 2016. Kenosha WI Farmers' Market Locations Kenosha Farmers' Market – Baker Park 835 65th Street Kenosha WI 53143 Friday 6am-12pm June-November Kenosha Farmers' Market – Columbus Park 2003 54th Street Kenosha WI  53140 Wednesday 6am-12pm, Saturday 6am-1pm June-November Kenosha Farmers' Market – Lincoln Park 7001 22nd Ave. Kenosha WI 53143 Thursday 6am-12pm June-November Kenosha Farmers' Market – Pennoyer Park 35th St. And 7th Ave. Kenosha WI 53143 Tuesday 6am-12pm June-November Read More: Dog Parks in Kenosha WI Kenosha HarborMarket This exciting marketplace is reminiscent of European seaside markets and features over 150 vendors each week throughout the summer. You'll find fresh, organic veggies, meats, and cheeses, along with eggs and flowers from local producers. Bakery goods and homemade crafts like soaps, candles, and art make for an entirely enjoyable afternoon. Stop by to see the live entertainment! 56th Street and 2nd Ave Kenosha WI 53140 Saturdays 9am-2pm Mid-May Thru Mid-October Summer Vehicle Maintenance Summer is a great time to get your vehicle checked out and running smoothly. After a long winter filled with harsh weather and tough driving conditions, your tires and alignment might need some work! Be sure to get your oil changed and check out the coupons page to see if you can save money on a wheel alignment. Read More: Switching to Synthetic Oil Means Fewer Oil Changes? Our skilled service team is here to help you with any vehicle issues and to get you out and on the road as quickly and easily as possible. Give us a call or schedule your appointment online. We will get in touch with you and make sure that we've got what you need.