School's out and that means "mom, I'm bored" can't be far behind. Beat boredom to the punch with some of the many great classes and activities available for kids in Waukesha.
Following is just a sampling.
1. Make a Robot
Kids can be the master of their own creature as they design, build and program LEGO Mindstorm robots. The course is for 11-14-year-old beginners as well as students familiar with Mindstorms.
Who: UW-Waukesha
What: College for Kids Lego Mindstorms NXT
Where: 1500 University Drive
When: 5 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, June 23 & 25
Cost: $99
Information: (262) 521-5460
What's More: Check out all the summer programs, classes and academies for kids and adults at www.waukesha.uwc.edu
2. Decorate a Cookie for Dad
Dad will love this great big sugar cookie - especially when he finds out it was decorated by his own child.
Who: Cookies Galore & More
What: Decorate a 10-inch sugar cookie and container for Father's Day
Where: 128 W. Broadway
When: 9-10 a.m., 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. or 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, June 20
Cost: $7 includes coookie, decorating supplies, gift container and ice cream treat
Information/Registration: (262) 993-4953
What's More: Visit www.Downtown Waukesha.com for more events at downtown shops
3. Catch a Cool Bug
Look up, look down, look under to find some of the coolest critters imaginable. Bring bottled water and a snack (for you, not the bug!).
Who: Retzer Nature Center
What: Catchable Critters: Water Insects
Where: S14 W28167 Madison St.
When: noon to 3 p.m. Monday, June 29; register by June 24
Cost: $8
Information/Registration: (262) 548-7801
What's More: Check out all the summer activities in Waukesha County parks at www.waukesha county.gov.
4. Learn to Drive (a golf ball)
Who: Moor Downs Golf Course
What: Golf Lessons for Youth
When: 8 to 8:55 a.m.; 9 to 9:55 a.m.; or 10 to 10:55 a.m. Wednesdays, June 24 to July 22
Where: Moor Downs Golf Course Practice Green on Barstow Street
Cost: $39 (residents), $58 (non-residents)
Information/Registration: (262) 524-3737; www.ci.waukesha.wi.us click on Parks, Recreation & Forestry under "Departments"
What's More: Check out all the summer programs for kids in the City of Waukesha Parks, Recreation & Forestry Summer 2009 Activity Guide available online
5. Take Dexter the Dragon for a Ride
Who: High Roller Fun Rentals
What: Dexter the Dragon or Clyde the Swan paddle boats
When: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., weather permitting
Where: Frame Park on the Fox River
Cost: $10/half-hour (second half hour free with "double the fun" coupon inside Waukesha NOW)
Information: (262) 524-4008 or www.highrollerfunrentals.com
What's More: High Roller rents all sorts of land and water conveyances for family fun including pedal go-carts, specialty bikes, paddleboats, canoes and kayaks
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