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Family Play and Learn - Camping

THU JUL 1610:30AM

Family Play and Learn - Camping

Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King Branch·Riverwest, Milwaukee

Family Play and Learn at Martin Luther King Branch. Enjoy fun activities that enhance early literacy skills, July 16, 10:30am.

For kids · Babies & Toddlers and Preschool

Falls Family Movie Night: Grease

Falls Family Movie Night: Grease

Menomonee Dog Park·Menomonee Falls

Enjoy a summer evening under the stars with a screening of "Grease" at Menomonee Falls Village Park. It's a family-friendly event, so bring your picnic blanket and settle in for a classic movie night. Arrive early to snag a good spot and maybe grab some snacks from local vendors.

Family Movie Nights

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Brilliant Butterflies

FRI JUL 171:30PM

Brilliant Butterflies

Milwaukee Public Library - Zablocki Branch·Milwaukee

Learn about caterpillars turning into butterflies at Zablocki Branch. Enjoy crafts, coloring, and take home a native plant.

For kids · Babies & Toddlers and Preschool

Creation Station

FRI JUL 171:30PM

Creation Station

Shorewood Public Library·Shorewood

Jul 17 · Jul 31

Free art exploration for kids at the Library Program Room. Crafts and open-ended activities, no registration needed.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

The Rhyme and Reason of Mother Goose

The Rhyme and Reason of Mother Goose

Milwaukee Public Library - Mitchell Street Branch·Walker's Point, Milwaukee

Free discussion on childhood rhymes from diverse cultures at Mitchell Street Branch. July 18, 10am–12pm, adults only.

Book Clubs

Artventures Summer Pop-Up

Artventures Summer Pop-Up

Cloud 9 Workshop·Wauwatosa, Milwaukee

Jul 18 · Aug 15

This pop-up at Cloud 9 Workshop is a creative playground for families. Kids can dive into art activities like the Tinker Bar and Exploration Station. It's a perfect spot for some hands-on fun and creativity. Make sure to bring an adult along, as participation is required.

For kids · Elementary

Nature Nauts: Hail the Snail & Hug the Slug

Nature Nauts: Hail the Snail & Hug the Slug

Wehr Nature Center·Franklin

Jul 19 · Jul 20

Dive into the world of snails and slugs at Wehr Nature Center's engaging program for young kids. It's a hands-on adventure with a forest "Slug Hunt" and a chance to craft your own snail to take home. Perfect for curious 4-6-year-olds and their adults. Remember to register early!

Bouquet Café

Bouquet Café

Benny's Café·Milwaukee

4 dates · Jul 19–Aug 16

Spend a serene Sunday morning at Bouquet Café in Germantown, where you can craft your own floral masterpiece from freshly cut farm flowers. Enjoy complimentary coffee while you explore the fields. Bring your kids, dogs, and a picnic for a relaxed outing. Arrive early for the best seating and bring essentials like sunscreen and water.

Workshops

Junior Camp Shorewood; Week of July 20-24

Junior Camp Shorewood; Week of July 20-24

Atwater EEC·Shorewood

Climb, balance, and tackle fun challenges at Camp Shorewood, July 20–24. Games and activities build strength and teamwork.

For kids · Preschool

Scales and Sparks: Dragon Drawing Workshop

Scales and Sparks: Dragon Drawing Workshop

Lydell School & Community Center·Whitefish Bay

Five-day drawing workshop run by Young Rembrandts for kids 6-12. Each day, students draw one large poster-sized dragon using color pencils, Sharpies, markers, and pastels. Focus is on shading, texture, and dramatic color. Five completed pieces by the end of the week.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

Minds on Math with STEM Challenges

Minds on Math with STEM Challenges

Richards Elementary School·Whitefish Bay

Full-day math and STEM enrichment camp at Richards Elementary for kids entering grades 2–5. Taught by WFB educators Karen Eyers and Susan Jones using Three-Act Math Tasks plus hands-on builds — water slides, boats, parachutes. Kids spend time outside, so wear active clothes and pack a peanut-free lunch.

For kids · Elementary

Young Architect: Extreme Environments

Young Architect: Extreme Environments

Shorewood High School·Shorewood

Become a young architect at Shorewood High, July 20–23. Design buildings for extreme environments like space or the Arctic.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

Pond Voyage II

Lynden Sculpture Garden·River Hills

A second session of Lynden's Pond Voyage camp, added because the first week filled. Same raft-building, batik-dyeing, and pond-sailing curriculum for kids 6–11, July 20–24. If your kid missed the first session, this is the slot.

For kids · Elementary

Outdoor Detectives

MON JUL 209:30AM

Outdoor Detectives

House of RAD (Menomonee Valley)·Menomonee Valley, Milwaukee

Dive into nature with Outdoor Detectives, where kids explore local parks and nature preserves. From hiking to fort building, this camp offers hands-on activities that engage young minds. Held at Menomonee Valley, it's a perfect summer adventure for curious kids.

For kids · Elementary

Paper Folding to Calendar (ages 5~ 8)

MON JUL 203:30PM

Paper Folding to Calendar (ages 5~ 8)

Hamilton High School·Milwaukee

Paper folding class at Hamilton for ages 5–8, July 20–23. Create a seasonal calendar with your child, $20 supply fee.

For kids · Elementary

Paper Flower Garden (ages 8~ 15)

MON JUL 203:30PM

Paper Flower Garden (ages 8~ 15)

Hamilton High School·Milwaukee

Create a paper flower garden at Hamilton for ages 8–15. Fold tulips, lilies, and more, then display your work.

For kids · Elementary to Teen

Who Runs the World? Bugs!

Who Runs the World? Bugs!

Milwaukee Public Library - Central Library·Downtown, Milwaukee

Bug story time at Central Library, followed by building your own bug hotels. Free on July 20, 4pm–5pm.

For kids · Babies & Toddlers and Preschool

Building with Clay: All Things Fantasy

Building with Clay: All Things Fantasy

Bearbear Creative Studio & Risograph Hub·Bay View, Milwaukee

4 dates · Jul 20–Jul 23

Dive into a fantasy-themed clay workshop perfect for young artists. Over four days, kids will explore sculpting techniques to create their own mythical creatures. Held at Tooth and Nail Studio, this camp is a creative adventure where kids can unleash their imagination. Be sure to register early as spots are limited.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

Sports for All Sorts

Sports for All Sorts

MKE REC Beulah Brinton Community Center·Bay View, Milwaukee

Multi-sport camp at Beulah Brinton for kids. Basketball, volleyball, T-Ball, and more from July 21 to 23.

For kids · Elementary to Teen

Terrific Tuesday: Magic Morgan and Liliana Magic Show

TUE JUL 211:30PM

Terrific Tuesday: Magic Morgan and Liliana Magic Show

Shorewood Village Center·Shorewood

1-hour show for ages 5–12 at Village Center Meeting Room.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

Junior Jamboree

TUE JUL 218:45AM

Junior Jamboree

Lydell School & Community Center·Whitefish Bay

Every Tuesday & Wednesday

Parent-and-child music class for kids 6 months through 4 years, taught by Dana Sherman at Lydell. Sessions cover children's songs, finger play, creative movement, and different rhythms. Class moves outside when the weather is good. Every kid in the 6-month-to-4-year range needs to be registered, including siblings.

For kids · Babies & Toddlers to Elementary

Curiosity Crew: Fizzy Lab & Fairy Dust

TUE JUL 212:30PM

Curiosity Crew: Fizzy Lab & Fairy Dust

The Little Village Play Cafe·Wauwatosa

Jul 21 · Jul 22 · Jul 23

Dive into a world of fizz and fairy dust at this hands-on camp for little ones. It's all about messy magic and sensory exploration, perfect for curious kids and their caregivers. Expect bubbly experiments, creative play, and a chance to make new friends. Remember, this isn't a drop-off — grown-ups join the fun too!

For kids · Preschool

Anime Club

TUE JUL 214:30PM

Anime Club

Milwaukee Public Library - Zablocki Branch·Milwaukee

Catch your favorite anime at Zablocki Branch on July 21 from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Snacks and a quick craft await you.

For kids · Teen

Porch Play: Story 6

WED JUL 22ALL DAY

Porch Play: Story 6

Pink's Accessible Theater House (PATH)·Walker's Point, Milwaukee

Porch Play is a unique, sensory-immersive experience for kids aged 4-8, bringing stories to life with a focus on special education and inclusion. This session explores "Sadie Sprocket Built a Rocket," encouraging kids to dream big. It's a perfect bonding activity for a child and caregiver. Arrive early to settle in and enjoy the interactive storytelling.

For kids · Preschool and Elementary