Family Events

Shorewood Public Library·Shorewood

Chalk the Walk

Chalk art on the library sidewalk. Free for kids and families, July 1 from 10 to 11:30am, weather permitting.

WED JUL 18PM

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center·Wauwatosa, Milwaukee

Creatures of the Night

Unravel nocturnal mysteries at Hawthorn Glen. Explore the night-time world of mammals with your child.

Group Hikes

$5–$8

WED JUL 14PM

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

Teen Zone

Every Wednesday

Game and snack time at Martin Luther King Branch. Bring a friend to hang out and decompress, free event.

World UFO Day

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

Celebrate World UFO Day at Mitchell Street Branch. Fun alien stories, crafts, and a galactic passport activity.

For kids · Babies & Toddlers and Preschool

THU JUL 24PM

Shorewood Public Library·Shorewood

Read with Me Therapy Dogs

Jul 2 · Aug 5

Practice reading with therapy dogs at the Library Program Room on July 2. Free 15-minute sessions for kids in grades 5K–5.

Shorewood Intermediate School·Shorewood

Camp Shorewood; Week of July 6-10

Explorers & Discovery Week at Camp Shorewood, July 6–10. Engage in games, problem-solving, and learning through play.

For kids · Elementary

$245–$345

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center·Wauwatosa, Milwaukee

Adventurers

Adventure week for 8-9 year olds at Hawthorn Glen. Explore habitats, hike, and connect with nature, July 6–10.

For kids · Elementary to Teen

$110–$160

Junior Camp Shorewood; Week of July 6-10

Wehr Nature Center·Franklin

Junior Camp Shorewood; Week of July 6-10

Atwater EEC·Shorewood

Explorers & Discovery Week at Junior Camp Shorewood, July 6–10. Engage in games, problem-solving, and interactive activities.

Little Wonders for Twos: Froggy Fun

A delightful morning for toddlers and their adults at Wehr Nature Center. Kids will love learning frog sounds, hopping like frogs, and exploring the pond. Arrive early to snag a good parking spot, and don't forget to register online ahead of time.

$5–$12

MON JUL 69:30AM

Riverside Park·Riverwest, Milwaukee

Animal Extravaganza

Dive into the wild world of Wisconsin's creatures at this engaging camp. Kids will explore nature through hands-on activities and games at Riverside Park. It's a great way for young adventurers to learn about local wildlife while having fun outdoors. Make sure to pack a lunch and some sunscreen!

For kids · Elementary

$370

MON JUL 611AM

Wehr Nature Center·Franklin

Little Wonders for Threes: Froggy Fun

This is a delightful hour at Wehr Nature Center where toddlers can explore the world of frogs. Kids will learn frog sounds, hop around, and enjoy a story. The highlight is meeting live amphibians and visiting the pond. Remember to register online a couple of days ahead.

Varies

MON JUL 612:15PM

Sijan Playfield·Bay View, Milwaukee

Coed Soccer Skills Camp (youth Sports)

One-week coed soccer skills camp at Sijan Playfield for grades 1–8. Develop skills, sportsmanship, and teamwork.

For kids · Tween and Teen

$18–$27

MON JUL 612:30PM

Milwaukee Public Library - Villard Square Branch·Milwaukee

Young Founders: Enterprising Youth

Free entrepreneurship workshop for teens at Villard Square Branch. Learn to turn your ideas into real opportunities.

Dinosaur Adventures

Shorewood Public Library·Shorewood

Dinosaur crafting at the Library Program Room on July 6. Create pasta dinos, bookmarks, and marshmallow models for ages 5–12.

MON JUL 62PM

Milwaukee Public Library - Atkinson Branch·North Side, Milwaukee

Tower Challenge

Build the tallest tower at Atkinson Branch. Learn the science behind structures and test your skills, free on July 6.

MON JUL 64PM

Milwaukee Public Library - Central Library·Downtown, Milwaukee

You Are Enough

Make a poster celebrating your uniqueness at Central Library. Free event on July 6, 2026, from 4 to 5 PM.