Milwaukee Recreation is offering a variety of affordable science workshops for youth this season! These science sessions are the perfect way to break up the frigid winter months with interactive education and entertainment for your child. We have several classes available for children of all ages and interests, including technology, arts & crafts, dinosaurs, and more. See below to learn more about our youth science workshops.

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  Looking for outdoor family activities this season? Milwaukee Recreation offers a variety of entertaining winter activities fit for all ages! You and your family can have fun in the snow this winter with Milwaukee Recreation, whether you are snowshoeing our trails, gliding through nature on cross country skis, or turning the snow into your own work of art. See below for several winter outdoor ideas.

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On Sunday, Jan. 2, Milwaukee Public Schools announced that all schools will shift to virtual learning beginning Tuesday, Jan. 4. As a result, all before & after-school childcare programs (Camps, CLCs, Safe Places, and Wrap-Around) will remain closed until further notice. The following programs supervised by Milwaukee Recreation, a department of Milwaukee Public Schools, will remain open: community centers, aquatics, adult sports leagues, youth sports leagues, Team Milwaukee Special Olympics, Twilight Centers, and Midnight Sports Leagues.

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Milwaukee Recreation and the Medical College of Wisconsin have partnered to provide the community with Total Wellness, a program focused on health, wellness, and cancer prevention! This a community-based nutrition and physical activity program that adheres to the evidence-based American Cancer Society Nutrition and Physical Activity Guidelines for Cancer Prevention. Short-term goals for the program include improved nutrition and physical activity. Long-term goals include reduced cancer and chronic disease risk, as well as improved quality of life.

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  Spread the word - Milwaukee Recreation is offering Open Gym Basketball at Obama SCTE this winter! Community members between the ages of 17-29 are welcome to stop by Obama SCTE (5075 N Sherman Blvd.) for free pick-up basketball games on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 7-10 p.m. These sessions are already underway and open to the community! The winter Open Gym sessions run through Feb.

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  Itching to get back on the diamond? You can already begin planning for your 2022 adult softball season with Milwaukee Recreation! The 2022 seasons begin in late April/early May, but you can lock in your spot for your preferred league this winter at a discounted rate. Early bird softball sign-up rates run from Dec. 13 - Jan. 21. Normal rates begin on Jan.

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    If you spell yoga backwards, it’s "ago y" - as in, you worked out years ago, why has it been so long? It’s time to stop looking backwards and start looking forward! Kick off the new year with our free, fun, and fantastic yoga event! Class size is limited and pre-registration is required. Please bring your own yoga mat, water, and towel.

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    Milwaukee Recreation is hiring and training lifeguards to work at pools throughout Milwaukee! Working hours can be scheduled around school hours and extracurricular activities, and there will be opportunities for raises, further training, and advancement. Milwaukee Recreation has highly competitive rates for lifeguards compared to others in the area, with starting pay from $12-$14 per hour. Ages 15 and up are encouraged to apply.

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    Schedule Update New Sunday sessions from 5-7 p.m. are now available for Winter Wonder Woods! Register now to experience the season at Hawthorn Glen this weekend. In addition to the new Sunday sessions, several time slots are still available for your family this weekend: Friday, Dec. 17: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 18: 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m., and 8 p.m.

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  Milwaukee Recreation provides fun and affordable activities for all ages and abilities. This winter, join us for a variety of programs at locations throughout the city! Click here to view the full Winter 2021-22 Recreation Guide. Participants are encouraged to register for our wide range of programs, including aquatics, cooking, fitness, outdoor education, music, driver education, martial arts, sports leagues & activities, and much more!

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