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Happy October from all of us at the
WAWM RCS Department!
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UPCOMING NON SCHOOL DAY CAMPS | |
The WAWM RCS Department hosts our Non-School Day Camp for 4k-5th grade on most days school is not in session. For more information, please visit us at wawmrec.com. Questions? Give us a call at 414-604-4900. | |
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SPECIAL EVENTS:
TREATS & TREASURES
FOR AGES 3-10
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Ready for a spook-tacular good time? Come dressed in your Halloween costume and “Trunk & Treat” through our not so spooky event. Trick or Treaters will stop at a variety of local businesses and groups who will be providing treats and treasures for your child.
DATE: Saturday, October 26th
TIMES: 10-10:30am | 10:30-11am | 11-11:30am |
11:30am-12pm
LOCATION: Nathan Hale High School Parking Lot -
11601 W. Lincoln Ave.
FEE: FREE for WAWM residents only - Ages 3-10
*Each Trick or Treater must be registered for the event.
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SPECIAL EVENTS:
PUNKIN' CHUNKIN'
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Stomp’em, squish’em, throw’em, bat’em and more! Your family will have a blast at this Halloween party!
Come dressed in your Halloween costumes, and bring your leftover pumpkins for a smashing good time! We will have music and delicious food trucks lined up for you, along with a wide range of stations to make disposing of your pumpkins lots of fun. Our activity stations include pumpkin bowling and pumpkin smashing, among many others. Bring as many pumpkins as you want to smash, and your family can visit as many stations as you wish.
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JOIN US FOR THIS FREE, FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT!
DATE: Tuesday, October 31st
TIME: 5pm-7pm
LOCATION: West Allis Central High School Practice Football Field - 8516 W. Lincoln Ave.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD:
AVENTURES IN CRAFTING & STORYTIME
FOR AGES 2-4 WITH ADULT
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Join us for Adventure in Crafting & Storytime and give your little one the gift of learning, socializing, and creating—all while having loads of fun! Your child will make a special craft then listen to a story about what we made. | |
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JOIN US FOR ONE SESSION OR ALL!
UPCOMING OCTOBER DATES: 10/1; 10/8; 10/15; 10/22; 10/29 & and additional dates available in November & December
TIME: 9:15am-10am
LOCATION: Madison Elementary - 1117 S. 104th St.
FEE: $5 RES/$8 NR per class
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YOUTH ENRICHMENT:
KIDS CREATIVE CRAFTS
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This class is designed for all young artists and craft enthusiasts, but is especially perfect for those enrolled in the Action 330 program. This course is an engaging and hands-on exploration of the world of art and crafting. Through a variety of fun and age-appropriate projects, children will learn valuable skills, boost their self-expression and develop a lifelong love for creating beautiful things.
UPCOMING CRAFT CREATIONS:
OCTOBER - Make Your Own Tin Foil Embossing
NOVEMBER - Make Your Own Paper Plate Flower Weaving DECEMBER - Make Your Own Mini Canvas Ornaments
TIME: 3:45-4:45pm
LOCATIONS: Mitchell Elementary • Walker Elementary • Irving Elementary • Jefferson Elementary • Franklin Elementary
FEE: $5 RES/$8 NR
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The All is Dance Academy is a non-competitive dance program with a focus on creating an inclusive dance community where all are welcome to dance. It is a studio-like experience without the fees or commitment! Attire, class requirements and etiquette expectations are available online at wawmrec.com. | |
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ADULT PERFORMANCE DANCE CLASSES
Do you have a passion for dance? Want to meet new people? Want to perform for family and friends? No previous dance experience needed! These classes will focus on form, technique and prepare for an optional end of year performance. The optional End of Season Showcase will be held for dancers to perform for family and friends. More details regarding the Showcase will be shared at classes.
Still want to dance without the pressure of a live performance? Join us this fall for one of our ADULT NON-PERFORMANCE DANCE CLASSES. Choose from Instructional Ballet, Instructional Tap or try Ballet Barre as a workout!
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Don’t let the title “scare” you, this is one thrilling workshop! Learn the original choreography from Thriller! No dance experience is necessary. We will break down every step. Zombie costuming is encouraged but not required. We will end the workshop by performing the whole dance.
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DATE: Saturday, October 19th
TIME: 1-3pm
LOCATION: Recreation Center - 2450 S. 68th St.
FEE: $10 RES/$15 NR
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3RD ANNUAL ACCESSIBILITY &
DISABILITY RESOURCE FAIR
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Mark your calendars! We are busy planning our 3rd Annual Disability & Accessibility Resource Fair! This resource fair provides parents and caregivers with resources in Milwaukee & Waukesha Counties that provide services for children ages birth to 21 years old in addition to our community's adults with disabilities population.
Join us for our 3rd Annual Disability & Accessibility Resource Fair serving Milwaukee & Waukesha County.
DATE: Tuesday, October 15th
TIME: 5-7pm
LOCATION: Recreation Center - 2450 S. 68th St.
Questions? Please contact contact our Adaptive Recreation & Inclusion Specialist, Katie Lindgren at lindrgenk@wawmsd.org or call 414-604-4935.
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Stop by Café RAD, located inside the Recreation Center - 2450 S. 68th St. on Mondays & Wednesdays this OCTOBER. Our Recreational Adult Day Program (RAD) manages Café RAD, which helps provide them with real-world experiences. They'll learn math and communication skills, manage money and supplies, and teamwork. Café RAD is made possible through the support of our community.
HOT CHOCOLATE IS BACK!
Stop by to enjoy a delicious cup of lemonade, coffee (hot or iced), hot chocolate, a bottle of water or a delicious treat from Aggie's Bakery and
help support Café RAD!
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ADAPTIVE:
COOKING CLASSICS
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Join us for a morning of working on our skills in the kitchen! We will discuss kitchen safety as we work together to prepare our meal for the class. Afterwards, we will have time to socialize with our friends and enjoy the meal together.
JOIN US!
DATE: Saturday, October 19th
TIME: 10am-12pm
LOCATION: Recreation Center - 2450 S. 68th St.
FEE: $20 RES/$30 NR
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ADAPTIVE:
MONSTER MASH
FOR AGES 18+
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Monsters, superheroes and princesses unite for this fun costume party and dance. We will have great music, dancing, refreshments and plenty of fun to go around! At the end of the night we will have prizes for the best costumes!
ENJOY SOME SPOOKY FUN!
DATE: Friday, October 25th
TIME: 6-8pm
LOCATION - Recreation Center - 2450 S. 68th St.
FEE: $10 RES/$15 NR
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NERF NITES
FOR 6TH-12TH GRADE
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Get ready for an epic evening of fun and excitement this Friday, September 27th, at our NERF Nites event! We'll be diving into a series of thrilling NERF games, including: Capture the Flag, Zombies, Wingman... and so much more! Whether you're a seasoned NERF warrior or a first-timer, there's something for everyone. Bring your friends for a night of unforgettable action!
DATE: Friday, October 25th
TIME: 6pm-7:30pm
LOCATION: Recreation Center - 2450 S. 68th St.
FEE: $10 RES/$15 NR
We will provide the foam darts and rival foam balls but participants must bring their own blasters that are compatible. Eye protection will be provided as well.
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Nerf is not just for kids anymore! Join the excitement and enjoy an evening of carefree fun. We will provide the foam darts and rival foam balls but participants must bring their own blasters that are compatible. Eye protection will be provided as well.
REVISIT YOUR CHILDHOOD! DATE: Friday, October 25th
TIME: 8pm-9:30pm
LOCATION: Recreation Center - 2450 S. 68th St.
FEE: $10 RES/$15 NR
Don't miss out on the fun - mark your calendars and get ready to unleash your inner NERF hero!
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YOUTH SPORTS:
BASKETBALL LEAGUES
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4K-1ST GRADE INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL LEAGUES
DATES: January 4 - February 22
TIMES: Saturdays (Times vary - Schedules to be emailed prior to start)
LOCATION: Horace Mann Elementary
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, December 20, 4pm
Fee: $35/$53NR (fee will increase after deadline)
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2ND-8TH GRADE BASKETBALL LEAGUES
DATES: December 9 - February 22
Teams meet twice a week, once during the week & on Saturdays.
TIMES: Weekday 5:45pm or 6:45pm - Saturday times vary (Schedules to be emailed)
LOCATIONS: Horace Mann Elementary or Activity & Fitness Center
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, December 18, 5pm
Fee: $45/$68NR (fee will increase after deadline)
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YOUTH THEATER:
DAMN YANKEES!
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Based on the novel, The Year the Yankees Lost the Pennant by Douglass Wallop, Damn Yankees the Broadway mega-hit and winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, hits it out of the park! The winning score by Adler and Ross and a devilish book by George Abbot have made this sporty musical comedy a true American classic. Middle-aged baseball fanatic Joe Boyd, trades his soul to the Devil, also known as Mr. Applegate, for a chance to lead his favorite team to victory in the pennant race against the New York Yankees. As young baseball sensation, Joe Hardy, he transforms the hapless Washington Senators into a winning team, only to realize the true worth of the life that he's left behind. Joe ultimately outsmarts Applegate, returns to his former self and shepherds the Senators to the World Series. | |
2024-25 PERFORMANCE INFORMATION
DATES: November 14-17
LOCATION: Nathan Hale High School -
11601 W. Lincoln Ave.
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