APA Summer Music Classes Want to introduce your child to music and theatre without a big commitment? Our short sessions are great for beginners and busy families who aren't ready for full-length classes. It's a chance to try something new, meet friends, and learn new skills. Join us for six weeks of music and theatre fun! Visit academywi.com to view THEIR full selection of programs. All classes will be held at The Academy of Performing Arts = LOCATION: 9160 S. Pennsylvania Ave. Oak Creek, WI 53154 4-Week Theatre Class Workshop (Ages 8 - 18) Join our 4-week theatre workshop series, meeting weekly to explore a different theatre topic. Each session focuses on essential performance skills, from acting techniques to scriptwriting and audition prep. Session Topics: Shakespeare for Young Actors (June 17th) – Explore classic scenes and monologues while learning to bring Shakespeare’s words to life with confidence and creativity. Young Playwrights Workshop (June 24th) – Develop your own short play while learning scriptwriting fundamentals, character development, and dialogue. Stage Combat (July 8th) – Practice choreographed fight techniques and movement to create safe yet exciting stage combat performances. Audition Coaching (July 15th) – Learn how to choose the best audition material, polish performances, and build confidence to stand out. Students should bring a prepared one-minute monologue or song. Dress code: It is recommended that you wear any type of comfortable athletic wear. Tennis shoes are recommended. Please bring a water bottle. 8 Week Music Sessions Group Violin String Skills (Ages 6+) Calling all violin and viola students! All ages (6+) and skill levels are encouraged to join this group musical experience. Our rehearsals will focus on developing: Basic orchestra etiquette The ability to play/listen in a group Proper posture Music Literacy And many other important skills! We will perform our group piece at the end of our course. *students need to provide their own instrument Group Popular Music Vocal Styles (Ages 11 - 17) Explore the techniques and vocal ins-and-outs of singing in a different genre every week. Learn to sing the songs you love! We will cover genres such as Pop, Rock, Folk, Jazz, and more. This class is great for singers who are looking for versatility in their coaching and want to try new things. Group Voice (Ages 8 - 13) Find your voice! This is a great class for anyone who's a beginner or interested in starting their journey in solo singing. Group Voice class will cover basic vocal anatomy, technique, coaching, and more!

Adult Dance Classes (Co-op With Muskego) Country Line Dance Come dance, have fun and get fit with Jason Jordan. We will learn and practice popular line dances. This class is beginner level; boots and cowboy hats are optional. All classes are held at Muskego City Hall (Meeting Room 1)

Adult Golf Lessons Golf professional Jim Rewolinski offers instruction on all facets of the game such as: fundamentals of the full swing and short game techniques. Instruction is geared to each individuals ability. This is a 6-week program which consists of: 3 full swing lessons on the range 3 short game lessons including pitching; chipping and putting All lessons will be held at The Sunny Slope Course - 4285 S. Sunnyslope Rd. New Berlin, WI. For weather cancellations, call Jim at 414-427-9650. The practice facility will not have information regarding postponements. Students are required to rent practice balls each time while at the range. Basket sizes and prices are as follows:$10.00/small (45), $12/medium (70), and $14.00/large (100).

Summer 2025 Kayaking Trips 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. Bring binoculars (and/or camera). Attendees are encouraged to bring their own kayak or canoe, paddles, & PFD, however these will be provided at an additional expense, if needed. Trip will commence and end at Boxhorn Boat Launch located at S90W13976 Boxhorn Drive. 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 trips begins, making your vehicle available at Bobberz Tavern where we finish. The shuttle will depart promptly at 5:00pm. If you are utilizing your own kayak, you will need to make arraignments to drop your equipment at Big Bend Park Boat Launch before the trips begins and have your vehicle at Bobberz Tavern to catch the 5:00pm shuttle. Additional details regarding shuttle transportation and equipment drop 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. Little Muskego Lake Social Paddle Come join the Muskego Recreation staff on an evening social paddle on Little Muskego Lake! While we enjoy the tranquility and vast space that Big Muskego Lake offers kayakers, Little Muskego Lake can also provide a fantastic setting for an evening paddle. Take part on this 4-5 mile summer night leisure paddle while we soak in the quaint urban setting of Little Muskego Lake! Attendees are encouraged to bring their own kayak or canoe, paddles, & PFD, however these will be provided at an additional expense if needed. Trip will commence and end at Idle Isle Park.

BaDuanJin for Health and Wellness Adults 18+ Ba Duan Jin is intended to improve health and general well-being, and to regulate and influence specific body functions. It's often used as cardiac rehabilitation therapy for patients with chronic heart failure. The Ba Duan Jin movements and breathing techniques are primarily designated as a form of medical qigong, meant to improve health. In this class, these movements, which can be done sitting or standing, not only adjusts the spleen and stomach, but also regulates the liver and gallbladder. Instructor: Mark Fedran

Babysitter's Training Ages 11 & Up Develop skills in five critical areas: leadership, safety and safe play, basic care, first aid and professionalism; to provide safe and responsible care for children in the absence of parents or adult guardians. Babysitters will receive information and practice skills in first aid and rescue breathing. This course does not provide certification for these - participants would need to take a CPR and First Aid class to obtain certification. Babysitters MUST attend the FULL DAY if they are registered for that class, or BOTH days if registered for that option. Students must participate in all lesson activities and complete a series of skills to receive a course participation certificate. Please wear appropriate clothing as some activities will be done on the floor. Participants must be age 11 on or before the first indicated class session. **Please bring a pen and notebook, a snack, and drink along for class. Food should not contain peanuts/peanut butter.** Instructor: Jeniffer Challen

Barre Co -Op With Muskego & Oak Creek Barre, pronounced "bar", fatigues each muscle group via small targeted movements, high reps and low resistance. Sections of class are also paired with stretching to increase overall flexibility. Using heavy duty chairs for balance, this class is designed to boost endurance, improve balance, increase range of motion, promote better posture, and help with weight management. You DO NOT need any dance background to take this class. Just come excited to try something NEW for YOU! INSTRUCTOR: Amanda Maughan

Beginning Tai Chi Adults 18+ Co-op with Muskego An exercise for all ages. Tai Chi movements are soft, graceful and flowing and do not put stress on joints or muscles. It can be learned by anyone, regardless of age or physical limitations. It fosters an inner quiet that relieves stress, tension and body aches. Tai Chi is a totally unique form of exercise during which the student will experience a marvelous sense of well-being as the physical body is slowly and gently healed and integrated with the mind and spirit. Beginning Tai Chi: 13 postures. For those who have never taken Tai Chi. Instructor: Mark Fedran

Chair Flex & Stretch Suitable for those who prefer a gentler approach to exercise and want to improve mobility, strength, and balance to the entire body. Great for those with Arthritis*, providing participants with a fun and beneficial exercise experience that can supplement, but not replace exercises that are prescribed by a doctor or therapist. This group exercise program has been specially designed and modified to incorporate a series of movement and proper exercise techniques to help increase overall stamina. Set to music to rejuvenate you, this class is done while sitting in a chair so the pelvis and hips are stabilized, enabling easier movement of the torso and arms without fear of injury or strain. Optional standing posture alternatives will be introduced as well, with the use of a chair for balance and support. No mat exercises or lying on the floor. Canes, walkers and fitness poles are welcome. *Adults with any type of arthritis or fibromyalgia are eligible. Participants must be able to walk independently or, if in a wheelchair, they must be able to transfer to a straight-backed chair. Before you start any exercise program, you should consult your physician. INSTRUCTOR: Vickie Strachota

**TO REGISTER PLEASE GO TO = challengersports.com or HERE to register** Challenger Sports has positively impacted more than one million children globally since 1985. Challenger originated as a British-led soccer camp business in North America, delivering high-quality soccer camp and learning experiences for youth soccer players and their families of all ages and ability levels. Tiny Tykes Summer Camp Fundamental practices and skill-building activities in an immersive adventure! A fun introduction to soccer influenced by the very popular year-round TinyTykes curriculum. Includes games, activities, and adventures to introduce and develop coordination, balance, running, stopping, turning, kicking, dribbling, throwing & catching. Half Day Program Soccer Camp Individual skill development, core techniques and small sided games Monday to Friday inclusive, 3 hours per day, delivered by our professional and international staff. Complete technical player development featuring practices from around the world as part of our international camp curriculum. Your children will enjoy the World Cup small-sided game element to our daily camp session as well! Includes access to a virtual coaching world, motivating players to practice more at home before, during and after their program on the field! Full Day Program Soccer Camp Personal skill development, character development, and cultural education 6 hours per day • Monday to Friday inclusive • Sessions are typically split into 2 x 3 hour blocks • Supervised lunch hour (packed lunch required, unless this is a morning/evening camp). The full day program builds on the half day experience on our Foundational Skills Camps, and has a perfect balance of those just for fun activities, larger sided games for more tactical knowledge, and individual skill elements such as freestyle! Emphasis is placed upon improving individual dribbling, passing, control and shooting. Includes access to a virtual coaching world, motivating players to practice more at home before, during and after their program on the field!

AFTER SCHOOL THEATER CLASSES Grades 1st - 5th Sing! Dance! Act! Join Character Kids for our fun-filled spring session, where students will perform a script based on a popular Broadway musical! We'll put our stage skills to use while developing characters, staging a mini-show, and learning songs and dances from the musical. Parents are invited to a special performance on the last day of class! New and returning students are welcome. Focus is put on developing imagination, social skills, and a positive self-image through the performing arts. Questions? Email education@characterkidsdrama.com. For more info or to register, visit www.characterkidsdrama.com/musical-productions Summer Theater Classes 2025 All camps take place at Southwood Glen Elementary (9090 S 35th Street, Franklin), where we have full use of the gym, stage and playground! Family and friends are invited to a special performance on the last day of each camp. Focus is put on developing imagination, social skills and a positive self image through the performing arts. NEW THIS YEAR: Lunch Bunch and early drop off options! Payment plans, sibling discounts and multi-camp discounts are available. Visit our website for more info or to register: https://www.characterkidsdrama.com/franklin Questions? Contact us at education@characterkidsdrama.com One Week Camps BROADWAY BOUND: July 7-11, 9:00am - 12PM, Ages 7-11, $179/1 week Are you Broadway Bound? Come sing, dance and act with us in this fun-filled musical theater camp where students will learn songs and scenes from a variety of Broadway shows and movie musicals! This half day camp will include creative drama games, stage skill building and exploration of popular musicals based on student interest. Don’t miss your chance to shine in the spotlight! SONGS & SCENES FROM MOANA: July 14-18, 9:00am - 12PM, Ages 7-11, $179/1 week What lies beyond? Join this musical adventure based on the hit Disney films, Moana and Moana 2! Reunite with Moana and Maui as they journey to the far seas of Oceania. Learn important stage skills, play theater games, and rehearse your favorite songs and scenes from the beloved films while making new friends and having a lot of fun! BROADWAY KIDS: July 21-25, 9:00am - 12:00pm, Ages 5-6, $179/1wk Are you ready to shine in the spotlight? Join us for a fun-filled musical theater camp where students will learn songs and scenes from a variety of Broadway shows and movie musicals! This half day camp will include creative drama games, stage skill building and exploration of popular musicals based on student interest. No experience necessary. This is our only summer camp for this age group, so register early! SONGS & SCENES FROM THE LAND OF OZ: July 21 - 25, 1:00-4:00pm, Ages 7-11, $179/1wk Follow the Yellow Brick Road to the wonderful land of Oz! This fun-filled camp brings the adventures of Glinda, Elphaba, Dorothy and Toto to life onstage. Learn important stage skills, play theater games, and rehearse your favorite songs and scenes from The Wizard of Oz and Wicked! SONGS & SCENES FROM DESCENDANTS: July 28-August 1, 1:00-4:00pm, Ages 7-11, $17/1wk Spend the week exploring your favorite songs and scenes from the Descendants movies! The battle between good and evil has been fought since the beginning of time, but none understand the struggle more than the children of your favorite Disney villains! Students will learn stage skills while exploring the exciting characters, story lines and songs from these beloved Disney films. SONGS & SCENES FROM THE ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL: August 4-8, 1:00pm - 4:00pm, Ages 7-11, $179/wk Celebrate the wackiness in every family while exploring the Broadway hit “The Addams Family”! Join Wednesday, Morticia, Gomez and the rest of this kooky family as they attempt to act “normal” for one night. Campers will have the spooktacular opportunity to rehearse and perform select songs and scenes from this original musical about love, family, honesty, and growing up. TWO WEEK MUSICAL PRODUCTION CAMPS FINDING NEMO KIDS Character Kids invites you to join the cast of Disney’s Finding Nemo Kids! Explore the big blue world in our summer musical production camp based on the beloved Pixar film! Disney’s Finding Nemo JR follows the story of Marlin and Nemo, as they each set off on an epic adventure across the ocean. Along the way, they find new friends and overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves. All students who register are guaranteed a role in the show. Low pressure auditions will take place on the first day of camp for role placement. Students do not need to prepare anything for the auditions. No previous experience necessary. Students MUST be available for the final performance date in order to enroll. Due to popular demand, we’re offering two different sessions of our Musical Production Camp this summer! SESSION 1: July 7-18 (Monday - Friday, 1:00-4:00 pm, Ages 7-11, $375/2wks. Performance: Friday, July 18th @ 3PM SESSION 2: July 28 - August 8 (Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Ages 7-11, $375/2wks. Performance: Friday, August 8th @ 11am

Chess Camp (Co-op with Muskego) Develop your child's intellect through the royal game of chess! Current research has shown a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas, including mathematics and language arts. Chess has been proven to enhance children's motivation, concentration, focus, social skills, and creativity. Each class will consist of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Both beginner and experienced players are welcome and will learn under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach.

Continuing Tai Chi Ages 18+ Co-op with Muskego An exercise for all ages. Tai Chi movements are soft, graceful and flowing and do not put stress on joints or muscles. It can be learned by anyone, regardless of age or physical limitations. It fosters an inner quiet that relieves stress, tension and body aches. Tai Chi is a totally unique form of exercise during which the student will experience a marvelous sense of well-being as the physical body is slowly and gently healed and integrated with the mind and spirit. Instructor: Mark Fedran

Cooking With Class - Demonstration Cooking Food demonstrations with Staci Joers (Co - Op with Muskego) Staci has an Associates Degree in Restaurant and Hotel Cookery from MATC and has worked for such prestigious places as Hubbard Park Lodge and Brubakers. These classes are designed for novices as well as seasoned veterans. Summer Spice (June 11) While not the most popular Asian cuisine, it is gaining in popularity. Filipino food is a mix of Southeast Asian and Spanish. It’s even been influenced by other historically Spanish colonies such as Mexico — you’ll find tomatoes, chili, and corn are widespread ingredients throughout the Philippines. Tonight we'll sample Filipino and other southeast Asian dishes such as... Quick Spicy Cabbage Salad Pan-seared Pork Tocino Chili Oil Curry Noodles Spiced Mango Lassi (a smoothie-style dessert popular throughout SE Asia) Cafe Fare (July 16) Tonight I'm bringing you creative new twists on classic ingredients. You'll sample... Spinach Gnudi with Sage Butter Pork Tenderloin Wellington with Creamy Lemon Pastina Creme Brulee Croissants Late Summer Patio Dining (August 13) This spectacular menu will bring you one mouthwatering dish after another. You'll sample... Garlic & Mozz Rolls Bacon Jam-glazed Salmon with Duchesse Potatoes and Limoncello Tiramisu

Cooking With Moore - Children's Cooking Classes S’mores Galore (Parent & Me Class) Get ready for a sweet adventure in the kitchen where we will explore creative twists on this campfire classic! We will be making – Layered Pudding S’mores, Fruity S’mores, and Apple Nacho S’mores. Join us for a deliciously fun experience your little chefs will never forget! Fabulous Fruity Snacks (Parent & Me Class) Join us for a fun and healthy cooking class where kids will create colorful, tasty treats using fresh fruit. We will be making – Fruit Parfaits in a Cone, Strawberry Shortcake Kebabs, and Mini Fruit Pizza. Healthy has never been so delicious! PLEASE NOTE: Children will not be eating during class. Please bring enough containers to take home 3 recipe creations. It is recommended that each student bring a smock or apron to wear. All other supplies will be provided. Please indicate any food allergies or dietary restrictions at the time of registration.

Croatian Eagles Summer Youth Soccer Camps Ages 7-14 As North America’s oldest Soccer Club and located right here in Franklin, WI the Croatian Eagles have a storied tradition of developing player for success on and off the field. This camp will emphasis skills development to improve players confidence, creativity and comfort level with the ball and a primary focus to improve tactical awareness and decision making. Camp curriculum and format follows USA Soccer and FIFA development guidelines and will be led by USA Soccer Nationally Certified Coaching Staff. Players of all skill levels are encouraged to join and take advantage of this fun and rewarding summer opportunity. Little Eagles Camp Ages 4-6 This camp is a fun, professionally guided introduction to the game of soccer with an opportunity to play, learn and build a strong foundation of proper kicking, dribbling and ball- handling skills. Camp will provide entertainment with a purpose. Your kids will have a blast with our age-appropriate soccer activities. Soccer FUNdamentals Ages 4-6 If you are thinking of enrolling your child in Fall Youth Soccer, this program is for you. We will be teaching the basic skills needed to play soccer while covering the recreation league rules. We will be teaching passing (short & long), shooting, dribbling, ball control, corner kicks, goal kicks, and throw-ins. Come and join us for a night filled of soccer in a relaxed environment with your children.