Senior Card & Game Club (Summer 2026) Need a place to play cards or games? Our new Community Education & Recreation Center has you covered. We have a wide variety of games and cards on hand for you to use, or you are welcome to bring your own. Bring a friend and enjoy our new space. Have some fun meeting new people or catching up with a familiar face. There is no formal instruction. Registration is suggested but not required. This reserved time is free and intended for our senior community members to gather and enjoy their time together. Card And Game Club Hours: Monday - Thursday (June 8 - August 31) 9:00 - 11:00 am AND 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Co-Op with Muskego Designing Perennial Gardens "Perennial Gardening From a SE Wisconsin Point of View” Ages 18+ Jeff Trader has designed his gardens to encourage the viewer to sit, relax and enjoy! Jeff's gardens delight from early Spring to throughout the Fall. Perennials abound with a touch of annuals for added color throughout the seasons. Waterfalls and a lily pond add to the enjoyment of these gardens. Whimsical, French, Japanese, and Chihuly-like themes are incorporated into the various gardens.Jeff's presentation will highlight the key elements in garden design for garden beds. Come and enjoy, while getting some wonderful ideas as you contemplate your plans for 2026 and beyond!

Summer 2026 Kayaking Trips (Co-op with Muskego) Fox River Guided Tour Come join the Muskego Recreation staff on a one-way paddling trip down the Fox River. On this evening trip down the Fox River, participants will enjoy 6 miles of secluded beauty of the river starting at the Big Bend Park and traveling to Bobberz Tavern which is located right on the river at 8330 Fox River Rd, Waterford. This section is beautiful in its own right which travels through secluded prairie scenery and is just north of the Tichigan State Wildlife Area. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own kayak or canoe, paddles, & PFD, however these will be provided at an additional expense if needed. Complimentary shuttling will be available before the tripsbegins, making your vehicle available at Bobberz Tavern where we finish. The shuttle will depart promptly at 5:00 PM. If you are utilizing your own kayak, you will need to make arrangements to drop your equipment at Big Bend Park Boat Launch before the trips begins and have your vehicle at Bobberz Tavern to catch the 5:00 PM shuttle. Additional details regarding shuttle transportation and equipmentdrop off will be provided at registration. Lulu Lake Scenic Guided Kayak Tour Come join the Muskego Recreation staff on a paddle into one of Southeastern Wisconsin’s secret lakes, Lulu Lake! This lake is lovely and charming, and the trip will have a sense of adventure and exploration. We will depart on a 5-mile paddle starting at Eagle Springs Lake to find this secret lake, one that’s surrounded by public land in the Kettle Moraine State Forest and protected as a state natural area. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own kayak or canoe, paddles, & PFD, however these will be provided at an additional expense if needed. We will meet at Eagle Springs Lake public boat launch off Wambold Road, Mukwonago. Additional details of location will be provided at registration. Big Muskego Lake Scenic Kayak Tours Come join the Muskego Recreation staff and our very own Conservatist guiding you on a kayaking excursion on beautiful Big Muskego Lake. Big Muskego Lake is recognized as a regionally significant natural area and an Important Bird Area. Enjoy an evening of paddling this deep-water marsh habitat via kayak to observe nesting Ospreys, eagles, pelicans, swans, potentially endangered Forster’s terns, as well as many other marsh birds and waterfowl within the upcoming summer season. This trip will require competent paddling ability. Bringbinoculars (and/or camera). Attendees are encouraged to bring their own kayak or canoe, paddles, & PFD, however these will beprovided at an additional expense, if needed. Trip will commence and end at Boxhorn Boat Launch located at S90W13976 Boxhorn Drive.

Adult Watercolor Painting (Co-op with Muskego) Instructor Joyce Eesley has a BA in Art Education from Alverno College. Her teaching passion has led her to accept numerous teaching positions since retiring from teaching in the school system. She a professional artist that has exhibited her artwork nationally as well as internationally and has her artwork in several national art galleries in their permanent collections and in countless private collections. Watercolor I This workshop is geared towards someone who would like to learn the challenge of creating with this very interesting medium. Students will start by learning the basics of watercolor techniques using only the primary colors in warm and cool hues. The more experienced watercolor student will also benefit from taking this workshop as students will be learning from where they are with their watercolor/art background. Demonstrations as well as individual instruction will be provided. The student then can apply the viewed demonstrations to their artwork. A supply list will be provided upon registration. Watercolor 2 This workshop will include all levels of student’s watercolor/art creating background. It will include demonstrations as well as individual instructions. Students will be using images provided by the instructor allowing the student to use the same demonstrated technique on their own artwork. Only the three primary colors in warm and cool hues are used. A supply list will be provided upon registration. Participants need to bring their own material to class. The watercolor painting supply list can be found HERE Instructor: Artist Joyce Eesley (joyceeesly@gmail.com)

Medicare 101: Navigating Your Healthcare Options (Co-op with Muskego & Oak Creek) As you approach the milestone of turning 65, it's essential to understand your healthcare options under Medicare. Join us for our informative Medicare 101 class where we will demystify the Medicare system and empower you with the knowledge to make informed decisions about your healthcare. In this comprehensive session, we will cover: Understanding Medicare Basics: Learn about the different parts of Medicare (A, B, C, and D) and what each one offers. Enrollment Periods: Discover when and how to enroll, including key dates and deadlines to ensure you don’t miss out on coverage. Coverage Options: Explore the various plans available, including Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and supplemental insurance, to find the best fit for your needs. Costs and Benefits: Gain insights into premiums, deductibles, copayments, and out-of-pocket expenses associated with Medicare. Preventive Services and Benefits: Understand the preventive services covered by Medicare that can help you maintain your health as you age. Resources and Support: Learn about local resources, hotlines, and online tools available to assist you in navigating the Medicare system. Whether you are approaching retirement or just curious about your options, this class is designed to provide you with the information you need to make confident healthcare choices. Join us for this engaging and interactive session, and bring your questions! Who Should Attend: Individuals turning 65, family members, caregivers, and anyone interested in understanding Medicare. Presented By: James Bild, State Farm Empower yourself with the knowledge to navigate Medicare confidently! We look forward to seeing you there!

Basic Estate Planning & Living Trust Seminar (Co-op with Muskego) Attorney Georgia Konstantakis is the law firm owner of Konstantakis Law Office, with offices conveniently located in Greenfield and Waukesha, Wisconsin. As a resident of the City of Franklin herself, it is her pleasure to welcome her fellow Franklin residents and those fromsurrounding areas to this estate planning seminar. For more than 30 years, Attorney Konstantakis has had the privilege of helping individuals and families throughout southeastern Wisconsin protect what matters most through comprehensive and thoughtful estate planning. Whether you are creating your first estate plan or reviewing an existing one, this seminar is designed to provide practical, easy-to-understand information about wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other essential planning tools that can protect your loved ones, preserve your assets, and ensure your wishes are honored. The goal of this seminar is to help you understand your options, avoidcommon estate planning mistakes, and leave with the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions for yourself and your family.Presented By: Attorney Georgia Konstantakis

Rescue Ready – Safe Sitters Grandparents (Co-op with Muskego) A class geared towards mature members of the community to become caregivers. Many things have changed since you raised your children. It is important to learn the new recommendations for care based upon research from doctors and scientists studying the physical and emotional development of infants and children. Learn how to safely care for infants and children and how to manage behavior, in addition to life-saving skills such choking rescue, first aid, and injury management. Course includes: Child Development Child Care Duties Behavior Management Injury Prevention First Aid Choking Child and Infant Rescue Child and Infant CPR Communication and Expectations **Class Fee includes textbook. Participants receive a course completion certificate. Instructor: Renee Vaneslow

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. The chord method is LOTS of fun and dramatically easier to learn than reading notes. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture demonstration. Instructor: Craig Coffman, Instructor and Founder Chords are Key

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration. Instructor: Craig Coffman, Instructor and Founder Chords are Key

Instant Ukulele In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the ukulele to give you years of musical enjoyment and you won’t have to take private lessons to do this. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online recorded follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also access to optional live periodic question and answer sessions at no additional cost. Class is online using zoom and is partly hands on and partly lecture/demonstration. Instructor: Craig Coffman, Instructor & Founder Chords Are Key

Brain Health for Seniors(Co-op with Muskego)Keep your memory sharp and thriving! Join us for a 20-minute, upbeat presentation by Franklin Place Memory Care on Thursday, October 15th from 10:00am-11:00am that shares 10 simple, practical ways to support your brain health at any age. You’ll learn easy habits you can start right away to help boost focus, support memory, and overall well-being. After the presentation we will enjoy a trivia game with prizes.

Pet First Aid and CPR Certification (Co-op with Muskego) Do you know what to do in the event of a pet emergency? Learn how to provide support to an injured or ill pet until vet care is available. Learn proper first aid and pet CPR techniques for dogs or cats. Information will be provided about assembling your own pet specific first aid kit, so you are prepared in an emergency. After completion, in accordance with veterinarian reviewed and approved Pet Pro Hero curriculum, you will receive a 2-year certification. This class is ideal for pet owners and pet professionals alike – includes hands on practice of skills and digital textbook. All supplies included. Instructor: Renee Vaneslow