Community Happenings

Community Education - 

Check out Community Education's course offerings online. 2019 Summer Activity Guide. Link to Summer Rec registration.

Summer Reading Program

A number of "Meet and Read" gatherings will take place throughout the summer to encourage summer reading. Meet at the Burlington Farmers Market on Thursday afternoon from 4:30-5:30 (Farmers Market Meet & Reads take place on July 25, August 1 & 8) or attend the following events:
July 18 - Meet at the Aquatic Center for reading Swimming from 2:30-4 pm. FREE.
July 31 - Celebrate at the Harry Potter Birthday Party at Wehmhoff Park from 4:30-5:30 pm. 

Mamma Mia

The Haylofters, along with MTI Music Library, will present Mamma Mia at the Burlington High School Auditorium on Fridays July 19 and 26 at 7:30 pm, Saturdays July 20 and 27 at 2 pm or 7:30 pm, and Sundays July 21 and 28 at 2 pm. Tickets are available at the Coffeehouse at Chestnut and Pine and at The Haylofters' website.  

Seeking Host Families

Burlington High School has consistently hosted AFS students.  AFSUSA.org looking for families to host a student from early August - June 2020. Host families come in all shapes an sizes: empty nesters, single parents, etc. Please contact local volunteer Nancy Satola or staff person April Shern for more information.

Aquatic Center Activities

The Burlington Aquatic Center will offer fun activities during the summer. For more information, visit the Burlington Community Pool Facebook page. 

Youth Aquatics Guide

Aurora Wellness Center has published its guide for the classes available to children age 6 months to 18 years. Whether it’s swim lessons for parent & tot or youth; American Red Cross aquatic certification courses or Jr. Athlete training, Aurora Wellness Center offers something for every child. See the Summer 2019 guide for details. 

50+ Coed Softball League

Recreational softball for men and women ages 50 and over.   Games are on Wednesday nights at 6 pm beginning now thru Sept 25 at Congress Street softball field.  Batting Practice begins at 5:30 pm.   Softball rules are altered (example, no sliding) to prevent injuries.   There is no team commitment and no need to sign up or register.  Show up to play. 

Summer Kids Camp

The Aurora Wellness Center will offer Kids Camp - with different themes each week - from June - August 16 for ages 5-11. See this flyer for details.

Walk with a Doc - 

Take a step toward better health by attending a FREE walking program at Burlington High School (400 McCanna Parkway) the 3rd Saturday of the month from 8:30-9:30 am. Join Dr. Melanie Smith and Aurora Medical Center doctors for the FREE, fun walking program. Hosted by Aurora Medical Center. A link to the latest flyer.

• July 20 - Benefits of exercise for dementia. Dr. Jolanta Twardy
• August 17 - Concussions. Dr. Martin Baur 
• September 21 - Low impact exercises. Dr. Cristina Muresanu DO
• October - 19 Colorectal Screening. Dr. Ben Patika DO
• November 16 - How parents can hit the pause button on screen time. Vickie Bleser NP and Dr. Julie Klein
• December 21 - Am I having an MI (heart attack)? Dr. Stephen Welka

Public Works Rodeo

All Ages can attend the Public Works Rodeo on Friday, August 16 from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm at Burlington Public Works (2100 & 2200 S. Pine Street). This event will feature equipment demonstrations, Touch-a-Truck with rides, tours, raffles and informational displays. Free hot dogs, chips, juice, and water will be provided for attendees. 

Gateway Summer Camps

Gateway offers Youth Summer Camp opportunities at different campuses.  Inspiring scientists, inventors, chefs, bakers, creators or designers should check out this link with course information.  Many classes for 6th - 8th grade students and a few for high school students.

Day Camp - YMCA Camp MacLean

Registration is open for summer Day Camp at YMCA Camp MacLean in Burlington. Day Camp sessions take place during the week from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (with additional time for drop-off/pick-up). This flyer has the details. Families can also visit the Camp MacLean website for information.

Cyber Girlz Camp

UW-Whitewater ITSCM Department will offer a summer camp called “Cyber Girlz” for middle school girls interested in IT and computer technology on July 23-24, 2019. See flyer for information. Link for more information.

Camp Anokijig

Camp Anokijig is a not-for-profit residential camp serving all children from the ages of 7-17.  The camp setting provides a unique opportunity for children to learn a variety of skills that go far beyond learning to paddle a canoe or ride a horse - they also provide positive social interactions that allow children to learn respect for themselves, others, and the world around them. More details on summer programs - and year round programs - are on Camp Anokijig's website.