Safari Lake Geneva owner-founder "Jungle" Jay Christie, Wisconsin’s foremost exotic animal expert, talks about the unique 75-acre wildlife preserve, located five miles from downtown Lake Geneva at W1612 Litchfield Rd. in the Town of Bloomfield. Housing animals from around the world as Wisconsin and Chicagoland's only drive-through conservation park, familiy-owned Safari Lake Geneva offers visitors an interactive drive-through safari experience that consistently ranks as one of the top attractions in the Lake Geneva area. Interested in animals since childhood, Christie had long dreamed of creating a refuge for the world’s diminishing breeds that allowed the animals to roam vast acreage like in nature. Online reservations are required for admittance to Safari Lake Geneva.
"A String of Peals" Gala features night of music and dancing at the Riviera
Dancing the night away
Many people who attended the "A String of Pearls" Gala at the Riviera ballroom enjoyed a night of dancing.
Dennis Hines
Kicking up their heels
A couple kicks up their heels while they dance during the “A String of Pearls” Gala, Aug. 28 at the Riviera ballroom.
Dennis Hines
Members of the Glenn Miller Orchestra perform
Members of the Glenn Miller Orchestra perform during the “A String of Pearls” Gala, Aug. 28 at the Riviera ballroom.
Dennis Hines
Belting out a tune
A member of the Glenn Miller Orchestra belts out a tune during the “A Sting of Pearls” Gala at the Riviera Aug. 28. Lake Geneva officials plan to host a New Year’s Eve gala Dec. 31 at the Riviera ballroom, 812 Wrigley Drive.
Dennis Hines
Thanking the crowd
Mayor Charlene Klein and Police Chief Michael Rasmussen, back left, and Fire Chief John Peters, back right, thank the crowd for attending the "A String of Pearls" Gala and helping to support the Lake Geneva Fire & Police First Responders Fund.
