Family Weekend Roundup: May 14-16, 2010

Published May 13, 2010 at 3:02 p.m.


Stroller fitness in Hoyt Park, Peter Pan pancakes and pot making at the Milwaukee Museum are just are a few of the family-friendly possibilities this weekend. So dig in, Milwaukee moms and dads!

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Family Weekend Roundup: April 22-25, 2010

Published April 22, 2010 at 3:01 p.m.


It's another fun weekend in Milwaukee thanks to Earth Day, the Milwaukee Public Museum and more. Have fun, Brew City parents, and enjoy this splendid planet we live on!

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Nearby water parks offer year-round getaways

Published March 30, 2010 at 5:23 a.m.


Sure, the Wisconsin Dells area has awesome water parks, but there are a few splash-tacular options in and around Milwaukee that offer a quicker escape. Downtown's Paradise Landing and the Holiday Inn Express will be open during spring break.

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Local families choose homeschooling

Published Dec. 21, 2009 at 3:01 p.m.


Homeschooled children are like conventionally-schooled kids: you can't group them into one category. Here is a glimpse into the lives of a few homeschooling families living in the Milwaukee area.

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Family Weekend Roundup: Nov. 14-15, 2009

Published Nov. 12, 2009 at 5:15 a.m.


The weekend is almost here, so it's time to start planning your kid-friendly, Brew City adventures. Consider a tree lighting, family zine-making workshop or a free visit to Discovery World!

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Kohl's Art Generation nurtures kids' creative sides

Published July 7, 2009 at 5:29 a.m.


Thanks to a $1 million grant from Kohl's Department Stores, the Milwaukee Art Museum recently became even more family friendly. Kohl's Art Generation is a studio and gallery located inside the museum that provides art education and art making for children and their parents.

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Family Weekend Roundup: May 30-31, 2009

Published May 28, 2009 at 5:30 a.m.


The work week flies by when it's a day shorter, doesn't it? Believe it or not, the weekend is almost here, and it looks like a green one. Take the family to the any of the outdoor markets opening this weekend, check out the Bay View plant sale or catch the "Smokey The Bear and Woodsy Owl" exhibit at the Betty Brinn Museum.

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Family Weekend Roundup: May 15-17, 2009

Published May 14, 2009 at 5:31 a.m.


Enjoy this mid-May weekend by taking the fam to Pug Fest, Hartfest, "Willy Wonka" the play or any of these other fun events happening in Brew City. Giddy up, Milwaukee parents, and explore the city!

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OMC Family Weekend Roundup: May 2-3, 2009

Published April 30, 2009 at 5:34 a.m.


May is here, and so are a variety of fun weekend happenings. Check out the new art studio for kids at the Milwaukee Art Museum, the Harley Museum exhibit, a family bike ride or just get to the nearest park and enjoy the spring weather!

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Family Weekend Roundup: April 24-26, 2009

Published April 23, 2009 at 5:27 a.m.


Earth Day was Wednesday, but the festivities continue this weekend with lots of kid-friendly events honoring our fab planet. Check out the Urban Ecology Center, Retzner Nature Center, the Havenwoods State Forest or your neighborhood park for earthy activities.

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