West Allis-West Milwaukee Recreation & Community Services Department

May 2026 Newsletter

Summer Registration is OPEN—don’t miss out! ☀️


Registration for residents and non-residents is now open, so be sure to secure your spot before programs fill up!


HOW TO REGISTER

Online: wawmrec.com/register

Call: 414-604-4900 OR 414-329-6600

In-Person: With the Activity & Fitness Center, we can accommodate registrations at both locations.

Recreation Center

2450 S. 68th Street

West Allis, WI 53219

414-604-4900


Activity & Fitness Center

1300 S. 109th Street

West Allis, WI 53214

414-329-6600


Mail/24-Hour Drop Box: 2450 S. 68th Street, West Allis, WI 53219 | 1300 S. 10th Street, West Allis, WI 53214

TWO LOCATIONS. ONE MISSION. ONE TEAM.

Discounted Tickets

Looking for discounted tickets to the Wisconsin Dells? 🎟️

We have tickets available for Land of Natura, Mt. Olympus, and Noah’s Ark!


Cash or money orders only. You can purchase at either location:

📍 2450 S. 68th Street

📍 1300 S. 109th Street, West Allis


Stop in and grab yours today!

Our Summer Sports programs are filling fast with limited availability—don’t miss out! Be sure to call our office soon to secure your spot before programs fill up. 414-604-4900 or 414-329-6600.


We’re proud to offer:

NIKE RBI Baseball – providing access, growth, and opportunity through the game of baseball


MLS GO for 2nd–8th Grade Soccer – fun, inclusive, and development-focused soccer for all skill levels


Whether your child is picking up a sport for the first time or continuing to grow their game, this summer is all about learning, confidence, and having fun.

Friday, May 8th is the Date - See you there for our 5th Annual Senior Prom!

We still have spots available! Come dressed to impress on FRIDAY, MAY 8 as the WAWM RCS Department hosts our Senior Prom from 12-3pm. The afternoon starts with a catered meal, followed by music, dancing and desserts. Registration is required per person, not per couple.


Register today to save your spot and tell your friends! We can't wait to make this dance one to remember. Register on the website at wawmrec.com/register using code: 112201.02 or call 414-604-4900 or 414-329-6600. FEE: $15 RES/$23 NR

Summer Camp 2026


Summer Camp is just around the corner! Reserve your spot with only $25 down! Call 414-604-4900, 414-329-6600 or check us out online at wawmrec.com/summer-camp


New Pay As You Go Registration Plan, Camp Locations, Field Trips and Programming and more for our

NEW WAWM Summer Camps! 

Youth Theater Upcoming Performance

Based on the beloved children’s book series, The Boxcar Children tells the heartwarming story of four orphaned siblings—Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny—who run away to avoid being separated. They find shelter in an abandoned boxcar and, through teamwork, creativity, and resilience, build a new life for themselves.


DIRECTOR: Melanie Morreau

PERFORMANCES: May 14-17

LOCATION: Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate School

Upcoming Events!

Sweet memories are made at the Mommy & Me Tea Party, and we can’t wait to do it all again this year! 

There are still spots available, so grab your special someone and join us for an afternoon filled with tea, treats, unforgettable moments.

This year’s tea party will feature:


  • Delicious teas donated by Fava Tea Company & Tootsie’s Tea Co.
  • Live music from the WAWM Shining Strings
  • Sweet treats from Bread Pedalers, Bishop’s Sweets, Ultimate Confections, and Carrie’s Crispies


 A fun photo booth and special guest appearances

    Register today!


• Online: wawmrec.com

• Call: 414-604-4900 or 414-329-6600

• In person at the WAWM Recreation Center or the Activity & Fitness Center



Question for our tea lovers: How do you like your tea — hot or cold?

Spring is calling… and it’s time for a trip to Oshkosh!


Date: May 16th from 8am-5:30pm


Celebrate the season at the Festival of Spring! Stroll through the beautiful Paine gardens while exploring an incredible selection of original art, fine crafts, plants, and garden goodies from local vendors.


Highlights include:


  • The annual Spring Plant Sale
  • Free admission to the Paine mansion & gardens
  • Live entertainment all day
  • Delicious food to enjoy as you wander


Secure your spot today by registering online or calling either location at 414-604-4900 or 414-329-6600!


RES $60/$90NR

Employment Opportunities

We’re Hiring for Operation Recreation!


Love working with kids, being active and making a difference in the community? Join our Operation Recreation Team and help bring games, activities and fun to our community this summer.

This role is all about creating positive experiences for the community. 


Check out the job description here


Apply Here


Congratulations

Congratulations to our very own Cassie Stanton on her 10 Years of Service to our department and district! We are grateful for all that she has done and continues to do to support us!

Open Gym

Our Open Gyms are designed to help you stay active, have fun and make the most of your fitness goals this year! Whether you’re shooting hoops, spiking volleyballs or working on your dink shot, there’s more time than ever to enjoy the gym. Starting this month, the AFC is offering additional Open Gym opportunities.

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