Families

Santa Claus is Coming to Town

Submitted by Elmbrook Humane Society, Community Contributor

Tuesday, November 29th, 2011, 2:40pm

It's true, Mr. Claus is on his way to Southeastern Wisconsin and the entire family is invited to meet him!

Pets, kids and even adults can pose (or plop) with Santa and share their wish list (treats, treats and more treats, perhaps?) during photos with Santa this year to benefit the Elmbrook Humane Society. $10 per 4x6 photograph (printed at time of sitting) and 100% benefits the Elmbrook Humane Society. No reservations needed.

Saturday, December 3, 11am-3pm
Location: Harmony Pet Care, 1208 Dolphin Ct. Waukesha

Saturday December 10, 11am-3pm
Location: Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission, 3839 W. Burnham Street, West Milwaukee

Sunday, December 11, 10am-2pm
Location: Silver Spring Golf and Banquet Center, N56W21318 Silver Spring Drive, Menomonee Falls

Saturday, December 17, 11am-3pm
Location: Spa Paw and Tail, 5055 S. Emmer Drive, New Berlin

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Sex Ed 101: Abstinence & Marriage

Submitted by Dustin Alexander, Community Reporter

Thursday, November 3rd, 2011, 12:23pm

A Senate bill passed Wednesday would require schools that offer sexual education courses to promote marriage and abstinence as the only definite way to prevent marriage according to an article published in The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

The Republican-supported proposal passed with a 17-15 vote and is now being forward to the Assembly which is mostly Republican run. When the Democrat's were in charge, this type of education was barred.

Read the original article

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Submit Photos and Celebrate Lives of Loved Ones Lost at Life Lights Celebration & Candlelit Stroll

Submitted by PamKassner on Thursday, July 28th, 9:44 am

Celebrate and memorialize the lives of loved ones lost at Horizon Home Care & Hospice’s Life Lights 2011, a one-mile, candlelit sunset stroll; candle lighting ceremony; and slide show. This fund raiser supports Horizon’s charity care program and tickets include free Milwaukee County Zoo admission, live music by Kyle Feerick and Friday Fish Fry or children’s meal. This is a wonderful opportunity to pay tribute to loved ones while supporting others at the end of life through charity care.

Life Lights helps continue the healing process after the loss of a loved one, no matter how long ago. Our culture perpetuates a myth that we “get over” our grief after the loss of a loved one, but that’s not true. Our relationships with loved ones continue long after they’re gone so to be able to remember and honor those individuals helps us feel connected and continues the healing process.

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Wisconsin Fair entertainment schedule set for 2011

Submitted by Anonymous on Friday, June 17th, 1:10 pm

Wisconsin is home to more than 75 county fairs, three district fairs, and one tremendous state fair.

Traditions at fairs across Wisconsin include horse pulls and harness racing. Other thrills include bull riding, stock car driving, singing, baking, and even events for children like a pedal tractor pull.

The schedule is available on-line at the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) website.

Make your plans today and attend a Wisconsin fair!

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1st annual Waukesha County Fair run/walk

Submitted by Anonymous on Monday, May 16th, 12:58 pm

The Waukesha County Fair will be holding their first annual run/walk at this year’s fair, being held July 20-24.

Sponsored by 94.5 Lake FM, the first annual Fair Fun Run 5K run/walk, will start at 8 a.m. on Saturday July 23. People of all skill levels and ages are encouraged to participate.

They will take part in a 3.1 mile course around the perimeter of the fair grounds and will be running in gravel, grass, dirt, and asphalt. The event will finish near the south side of the grounds, near the Leinie Lodge, where the Kiwanis Pancake breakfast takes place each year.

If you register by July 1 you will receive a t-shirt and need to pay a $20 race fee. After July 1 you will not be guaranteed a t-shirt and the registration fee jumps to $25. To register online, go to http://www.zapevent.com and search “fair fun run.”

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The 411 on Easter: history & traditions

Submitted by Dustin Alexander, Community Reporter

Friday, April 22nd, 2011, 10:56am

Spring is upon us and so are the observances of several religous days, holiday's and traditions. Easter is a celebration of life. It signifies victory of life over death, a time when Christians believe that Jesus of Nazareth was resurrected from the dead after suffering a horrible demise. But how did rabbits who magically lay eggs and all the chocolate and festivities come about?

It is believed that Jesus of Nazareth arrived in Jerusalem, welcomed by people laying palms in his path, a custom usually reserved for people of royalty. Those same people would later seek his death at a place called Calvary.

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YMCA Invites Kids and Parents to Come Play at Healthy Kids Day

Submitted by Milwaukee Public Schools, Division of Community Engagement

Wednesday, April 6th, 2011, 2:09pm

On Saturday, April 16, the Tri-County YMCA invites kids and parents in Menomonee Falls, and surrounding communities, to make a “play date” at the YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day™. As a leading nonprofit for strengthening communities, the Y holds Healthy Kids Day as an opportunity to bring families together to engage in fun, active play and learn healthier habits that help them grow and thrive. Activities are free and open to all.

At Healthy Kids Day, the nation’s largest health day for kids, families will enjoy a variety of activities, such as: family fitness fun, water safety/open swim, obstacle courses, sports challenges and much more! There will also be prizes and giveaways.

Healthy Kids Day takes place from 1-4 p.m. at the Tri-County YMCA (N84 W17501 Menomonee Ave., Menomonee Falls). For more information, call 262-255-9622 or visit www.ymcamke.org. ?

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