Community Education -
Check out what classes (virtual and in-person) are available.
Parenting Workshops
Extension Racine County is offering for parents/caregivers on Thursdays from 6:30 - 7:30 pm. These programs help to connect parents/caregivers with other parents during this time when they may be feeling isolated and overwhelmed. Parent Connect is an opportunity for dads, moms, caregivers to talk with other parents about helping their children develop social-emotional skills. Six free virtual programs are available for parents. Interpretation can be requested. More information is posted on Extension Racine County's website. Attend all or some of the following sessions:
- April 8 Evaluating Choices
- April 15 Humankind. Be Both
- April 22 Take A Deep Breath
- April 29 Solving Problems
- May 6 What Am I Good At
- May 13 I Make A Difference
Brewers Baseball Camp
The Brewers Baseball/Softball Academy, presented by Fleet Farm, returns to Burlington June 21-25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Camps are open to boys and girls ages 6 to 14. The price for the week-long camp is $405. Sign up with a friend and both save $25. In addition to instruction, every camper receives an MLB-quality Brewers uniform and four tickets to a Brewers game. See this flyer for more details.
Celebrating Memories at 225 Robert St.
Alumni and community will have two opportunities to “Celebrate Memories at 225 Robert St.” A final walkthrough of the former Burlington High School and current Karcher Middle School will take place on Saturday, May 1 from 10 am – 12 noon and Friday, May 7 from 5 – 7 pm. See this website for more information and to volunteer.
Racine Co Special Needs Resource Fair
A virtual Special Needs Resource Fair will take place on Thursday, May 6 from 5-7 pm. Information, registration and a list of vendors will be available on this website in early April. The Racine County Special Needs Resource Fair connects attendees with a wide range of agencies servicing children and young adults (from birth to 21 and beyond). People network with others who have similar needs and questions to share resources. The event is being planned by several school districts in Racine County. Link to the Flyer.
Special Needs Planning Sessions
Northwestern Mutual will offer two virtual Special Needs Planning Sessions (led by two moms). See this flyer for more information and links to register. The first session focuses on "ABLE vs Special Needs Trusts: An In-Depth Discussion" on Wed., May 26. A second session, "How to Develop a Life Plan for Your Child with Disabilities" takes place on Wed., June 2.
Kingdom Builders - Food Pantry
Visit the Kingdom Builders webpage click "food pantry" and complete "food pantry sign up" to register. Then bring an ID to pick the food up (1715 20th Street) on Monday and Tuesday 9-12, Wednesday 9-12, 2-6 or Friday 9-1. You do not need to be a Racine resident.
Babysitting Basics
Beginning Babysitters age 9 and older can learn some do's and don'ts when it comes to childcare. Aurora Health Care offers FREE one-hour Zoom workshops on Thursday, April 1, 2021 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. (Registration closes March 18, 2021) and Wednesday, June 16, 2021 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. (Registration closes June 2, 2021). Register online.
Boy Scouts Information
Three Harbors Council has shared this flyer to inspire students to join the Cub Scouting program! And here is a fun video that tells people more about scouting. Students may join Boy Scouts at any time during the school year.
Martial Arts
Martial Arts Wellness Center in Burlington offers programs for students of all ages. Students gain important life skills such as self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-discipline. View this flyer or visit the Martial Arts Wellness Center website for information on classes and programs.
At-Home College Prep and Study Courses
Doorway to College is offering at-home learning opportunities: Online ACT Strategies Classes, Online Study Smart (Study Skills Classes), and Online SAT Strategy Classes. Learn more at the Doorway to College website.
Athletic Calendar
Support Burlington students by attending sporting events. Here is a link to the Athletic Calendar.
Community Opportunities
Building a Better Burlington has a 4000+ square foot of garden (behind of United Methodist Church, 857 W State St, Burlington, WI 53105) to provide fresh organic produce to the Love Inc food pantry. They are seeking volunteers to weed (If it is green and inside the "fenced in" area it is a weed. Do not pull anything from the wooden raised bed boxes outside the fence. Those are rented boxes and some do have perennials.). Stop by anytime, just maintain social distance from other gardeners. Dispose of the weeds on the east end of the greater garden area. Under the trees, there are piles of old weeds along the edge of the grass. Please place what you pull there. Questions? Call Sue at 262-951-6650.
Foster care placements are needed for children who cannot remain safely in their own homes. Racine County Foster homes enable children to remain safe in their community and provide a loving and safe environment. Information Sessions take place on the third Wednesday of every month from 5:30-7 pm at 1717 Taylor Ave. Racine, WI Classroom D and every Third Saturday of the month from 10-11:30 am at 201 S Kendrick Ave, Burlington, WI 53105. This event requires an RSVP: Please call (262-638-6595) or email Jessica Scheeler.
United Way of Racine County is seeking Schools of Hope volunteer tutors. Tutors spend one hour per week helping children through age 3 learn to read. The Schools of Hope webpage has more information.
Child Care Certification - Racine County Human Services offers a Child Care Certification. The orientation takes place monthly. See flyer (English flyer / En Espanol) Call 262-638-6504 to register.
Check out events at the Burlington Public Library.
The Mobile Market is a grocery store on wheels that visits neighborhoods and communities that have limited access to fresh and healthy foods – all at 25% discount. The market accepts debit cards, credit cards, and Quest EBT. No cash is onboard or accepted. The market is an active store, not a food pantry or donation center. This schedule shares when the Racine Mobile Market is available to Racine County residents.
Please submit Community Happenings to Julie Thomas.
These activities are not sponsored by the Burlington Area School District and the Burlington Area School District does not approve or disapprove, support or endorse these activities/programs.
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