June
Sure, June is well on its way, and with the advent of the first major festivals (PrideFest this past weekend, Polish Fest next weekend) and street parties (Locust Street Festival last weekend, Summer Soulstice on North Avenue this weekend), summer is officially here. Here’s our slightly belated guide to everything you can do this month, all over Milwaukee, mostly for cheap or for free, in our beautiful and robust parks system, from glow-in-the-dark golf to beach volleyball to tranquil garden strolls.
Garden Walk at Boerner Gardens
Wednesdays at 6:30 pm: June – September 9
The public is invited to these free educational garden walks on Wednesdays evenings.
Call 414-525-5601 for more info or http://www.boernerbotanicalgardens.org/
David F. Schulz Aquatic Center Grand Opening
Open through Labor Day
Mon – Thurs: 10 am – 8 pm
Fri, Sat, Sun & Holidays: 10 am – 6 pm
414-257-7230
http://www.county.milwaukee.gov/Pools9145/LincolnAquatic.htm
River Rhythms Season Kick-off
Wednesdays at 6:30 pm – 9 pm: June – August 26
At Pere Marquette – Summers Best Free Concert. Continues Every Wednesday through August 26.
Full schedule available at http://www.westown.org/westown/river+rhythms/default.asp
Nite-Glow Golf
June 9 & 19: 6:30 pm – midnight
Hansen Park
For reservations call 414-453-4454
http://www.county.milwaukee.gov/NiteGlowGolf10336.htm
Jazz in the Park
Thursdays 6:30 pm – 9 pm: June – August 27
Cathedral Square Park
Full schedule available at http://www.easttown.com/categories/5-jazzinthepark
Summer in Provence: View of the French Countryside
June 6 – September 13
Domes
Mon – Fri: 9 am – 5 pm
Sat & Sun: 9 am – 4pm
Visit our summer show Dome and imagine strolling through the French countryside. Do you love sunflowers? Then, this is the show for you! More info available at http://www.milwaukeedomes.org/specialevents.asp
“Hike for your Health” Fair
Saturday, June 6: 10 am – 1 pm
Gordon Park Pavilion
This fair will feature different area businesses, agencies, and organizations that specialize in outdoor recreation and health.
http://www.milwaukeeenvironmentalconsortium.org/event/hike-your-health-fair
Nite Glow Golf
June 12 & 26: 6:30 pm – midnight
Warnimont Golf Course
For reservations call 414-481-1400
http://www.county.milwaukee.gov/NiteGlowGolf10336.htm
Alliance Francaise Open House & Gallery Opening
Saturday, June 13: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
1800 E. Capitol Dr., Shorewood
Kick off the summer semester with us. Guest artist will be Blyth Renate Meier showing a series of photographs from her recent trip to Mirebalais, Haiti. Music will be songs in Creole. Join us for free French mini-lessons, wine, hors d’oeuvre, great door prizes and more!
414-964-3855
http://www.afmilwaukee.org/
Traditional Deep Well Swimming Pools Open
Saturday, June 13
Kosciuszko Park
Mon – Thurs: 1 – 4 pm, 5 – 7 pm
Fri, Sat, Sun & Holidays: 1 – 5 pm
Gathering Waters Festival
Saturday, June 13: 10 am – 5 pm
Lakeshore State Park
The park provides a unique urban oasis with recreational opportunities and amenities for all to enjoy. The 17-acre park includes a lakeside trail that connects to the Hank Aaron and Oak Leaf state trails. A 130 foot bridge connects the north end of the park to the Summerfest grounds and an extension of the land near the Marcus Amphitheater connects on the south.
http://www.friendslsp.org/lsp_gw_main.php
Friends of Bradford Beach Family Day
Sunday, June 14: 11 am – 3 pm
Bradford Beach
Young and old, local residents and visitors visit Bradford Beach to socialize, be inspired, appreciate water as a resource, learn about conservation, celebrate special occasions, experience an outdoor classroom and just sit and enjoy a sunrise.
http://www.friendsofbradfordbeach.org/
Thursdays, June 18: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Boerner Botanical Gardens
http://www.mso.org/
Summerfest Kick-off at Bradford Beach
Thursday, June 18
Come kick-off summerfest with 102.1 and OnMilwaukee.com
http://www.bradfordbeachjam.com/events.php
AVP Women’s Championship Cup Volleyball
Summer Solstice Volleyball Tournament
Saturday, June 20
http://www.bradfordbeachjam.com/
