Dive into the world of beetles with your little ones at Wehr Nature Center. This hands-on program lets kids explore beetles up close, search for them in nature, and create a fun craft. It's a great way to spend an afternoon learning and playing. Remember to register online in advance and bring some cash for parking if you're not a member.

Varies

SUN AUG 238:30PM

Family

Movie in the Park: The Garfield Movie

Veterans Park (Gift of Wings)·Milwaukee

Free outdoor screening of The Garfield Movie at dusk in Veterans Park. Popcorn $1. Bring a blanket.

Movies in the Park
Family Movie Nights

Free

Mad Science Brix - Junior Engineering Camp

MON AUG 248:30AM

Family

Mad Science Brix - Junior Engineering Camp

MKE REC Beulah Brinton Community Center·Bay View, Milwaukee

Junior engineering camp at Beulah Brinton on August 24. Build bridges and motorized vehicles with LEGO bricks.

For kids · Elementary to Teen

$90–$110

MON AUG 249AM

Family

Club Scikidz: Junior Scientist

Lydell School & Community Center·Whitefish Bay

Half-day Club SciKidz camp at Lydell for kids 6-9 who like all kinds of science. Each day covers a different discipline — natural world investigations, lab experiments, forces like air pressure, and space. Mornings 9am to noon for one week.

For kids · Elementary

$260–$270

MON AUG 249AM

Family

Pond Wonders | 3 Mornings

Lynden Sculpture Garden·River Hills

Three summer mornings at Lynden's ponds for kids 4–6. Children explore the sensory world of the pond—frogs, turtles, insects—keep a pond journal, and build a small floating sculpture they actually launch in the water. A good end-of-summer camp before school starts.

For kids · Preschool and Elementary

$108–$135

MON AUG 241PM

Family

Pond Wonders | 3 Afternoons

Lynden Sculpture Garden·River Hills

Afternoon version of Pond Wonders for kids 4–6, running 1–4pm Aug 24–26. Same pond-exploration and floating sculpture curriculum as the morning session—pick whichever time slot works for your family.

For kids · Preschool and Elementary

$108–$135

MON AUG 245PM

Family

Teen Journaling Club

Milwaukee Public Library - Atkinson Branch·North Side, Milwaukee

Monthly journaling club for teens at Atkinson Branch. Write, create, and snack with provided supplies.

Geek Out!

Milwaukee Public Library - Central Library·Downtown, Milwaukee

Every month

Free monthly program at Central Library for teens into geek and pop culture. Learn, create, and enjoy together.

Workshops

Free

TUE AUG 254PM

Family

Teen Game Night

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

Game night at Martin Luther King Branch on August 25. Video games, board games, and more from 4 to 6 PM.

Curiosity Crew: Friendship Fest

The Little Village Play Cafe·Wauwatosa

Aug 25 · Aug 26 · Aug 27

Curiosity Crew's Friendship Fest is a delightful three-day camp for toddlers and their caregivers. It’s all about building friendships through sensory play, crafts, and storytelling. Expect a warm, welcoming environment where little ones can explore creativity and make sweet memories. Remember to bring socks and a water bottle!

Mad Science Bubbling Potions and Fizzy Formulas

MKE REC Beulah Brinton Community Center·Bay View, Milwaukee

Chemistry camp at Beulah Brinton for hands-on fun. Create potions, slime, and bouncy balls on August 26.

For kids · Elementary to Teen

$90–$120

THU AUG 279:30AM

Family

All-Ages Storytime

Shorewood Village Center·Shorewood

Storytime for ages 5–12 at Village Center Meeting Room.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

Free

THU AUG 274PM

Family

Paws to Read

Milwaukee Public Library - Good Hope Branch·Milwaukee

Read aloud to a certified therapy dog at Good Hope Branch. Free fun for kids on August 27 from 4 to 5 PM.

Storytime

Free

THU AUG 274PM

Family

Geek Out!

Milwaukee Public Library - Central Library·Downtown, Milwaukee

Monthly geek culture program at Central Library for teens. Share your passion for all things nerdy, free.

Bingo Night

Milwaukee Public Library - Tippecanoe Branch·South Side, Milwaukee

Bingo night at Tippecanoe Branch on August 27, 4:45–5:45pm. All ages welcome and it's free.

Outdoor Family Movie Night: Zootopia 2

St. Francis Civic Center·St Francis

Enjoy a family-friendly movie night under the stars at Sussex Civic Center. Bring your blankets and settle in for "Zootopia 2" starting at dusk. It's a relaxed way to spend an evening with the community. Arrive early to grab a good spot!

Family Movie Nights

Free

SAT AUG 2910:30AM

Family

ABC Academy

Milwaukee Public Library - Central Library·Downtown, Milwaukee

Free ABC Academy at Central Library for kids ages 3 and up. August 29, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

For kids · Babies & Toddlers and Preschool

Free

SAT AUG 2912PM

Family

Teen Conservation Club

Wehr Nature Center·Franklin

The Teen Conservation Club at Wehr Nature Center is a great way for teens aged 13-17 to connect with nature and each other. Meeting monthly, it's a hands-on opportunity to learn about conservation and make a real impact. Be sure to register in advance and plan to attend at least six sessions to make the most of this community-building experience.

For kids · Teen

Free