Community Happenings

Community Education - 

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

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.

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 May 22 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. 

Chocolate City Film Festival

The 5th Annual Chocolate City International Short Film Festival will take place at the Plaza Theater on Sunday, June 2 from 3-5 pm. Submissions are due May 24. This FREE event will feature short films created by directors of all ages. There is a suggested donation of canned goods or money for Love Inc. The last festival received over 2000 submissions from more than 80 different countries. 

Safety Town

Burlington Jaycees will offer Safety Town from June 10-21, 2019 at Waller Elementary for any child entering 5-year-old Kindergarten in fall of 2019. Register ($45) by May 31. See this flyer for the Safety Town details and the registration form.

Summer Kids Camp

The Aurora Wellness Center will offer Kids Camp - with different themes each week - from June 10 - 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.

• June 15 - Maximizing quality of life through proper spine health. Dr. James Webley
• 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

Summer Arts Camp

The Antioch Fine Arts Foundation has a summer camp available June 17-21 (9 am - 3:30 pm) for ages 8-12. Please see this art camp brochure for details. The AFAF also offers art and music courses. They have a buy 4 lessons, get the 5th lesson free for guitar, piano, flute, and brass. Call 847-838-2274 for more information.

Babysitting Basics

Babysitting Basics 2019 is a hands-on workshop for ages 9 & older. Cost is $10. See the flyer for all the details. The Burlington date is June 19 from 8 am - 12 noon.

Free Movie & College Funding Seminar

Brandt Wealth Management will offer a brief College Education Funding Seminar followed by the movie Toy Story 4 on Wednesday, June 26 at 4:30 pm at the Plaza Theater. After a brief overview of how a 529 College Savings Plan can help families save for a college education, the movie Toy Story 4 will be shown. To make a reservation and receive movie passes, call (262-661-4242) or email Nate Brandt.

Tony Romo Football Camp

Kids in grades 3-5 (in 2019-2020 school year) can attend the FREE Tony Romo football camp on Thursday, June 27 from 1-3 pm at Burlington High School field. Rain or shine. See this flyer for more information and a link to the registration page.

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.

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.

Camp Invention

Grade K-6 students can register for Camp Invention taking place in Waterford from June 17-21, 2019. The all-day high-energy, hands-on STEM camp introduces kids to the invention process in through fun activities. This flyer has more information about the Waterford camp. The website (link) has more information and alternative locations. Register online (receive a discount by registering by March 22). 

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.