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The School District of Menomonee Falls, Community Education & Recreation Department will use this blog to share information relative to upcoming events, classes, programs, workshops and seminars for people of all ages, from preschool to older adults. Jason Husslein, Recreation Supervisor, will post information and maintain this blog, along with contributions from other staff members. Residents are encouraged to e-mail questions of interest to hussjas@sdmf.k12.wi.us. Your questions may be answered in our blog.

February 2009 - Posts

Students Collect Supplies for HAWS

By Community Education & Recreation Department
Thursday, Feb 26 2009, 10:17 AM

The Menomonee Falls Community Education & Recreation Department Kids INC program is holding a Pet Supply / Food Drive February 26 - March 6.

Students enrolled in the Kids INC program are encouraged to ask friends, family members and teachers to donate new and slightly used pet supplies and equipment.  Pet food is also needed.  All items will be donated to the Human Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County (HAWS).

Drop Off Sites
Drop off supplies at any of the four Kids INC sites between the hours of 6:30 to 8:30 AM or 3:30 to 6:00 PM.  The Kids INC sites include:

Ben Franklin Basement
Riverside Cafeteria
Shady Lane Cafeteria
Valley View Gym

Special Presentation of Supplies Collected
On Friday, March 6 representatives from HAWS along with some animal friends will visit the Ben Franklin and Riverside sites during the full day Kids INC program.  At this time, students will present the donated items to HAWS.

HAWS "Wish List"
HAWS "Wish List" contains items they use on a daily basis to keep the shelter running smoothly.  The top 4 items HAWS wishes for are underlined.

Kitten and Cat Supplies
  • CANNED AND DRY KITTEN FOOD
  • KMR Formula - Kitten Milk Replacement
  • Cat litter - clay  
  • Litter boxes - 8"x12"
  • Electric Heating Pads (for kittens under 2 weeks of age)
Dog Supplies
  • Canned puppy & dog food
  • Large rawhides & pig ears
  • Pup-peroni Brand Dog Treats
  • Cotton or Nylon leashes for medium and large dogs (1" wide, 6' long)
  • Limited slip/martingale collars
  • PLEASE, NO DOG BISCUITS AT THIS TIME - WE CURRENTLY HAVE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY!
Rabbit and Small Animal Supplies
  • Grass Hay - such as Timothy or Orchard Grass
  • Oxbow brand foods such as Bunny Basics T, Regal Rat, Cavy Cuisine
  • Pelleted bird food for Cockatiels and Parakeets (Ex.: ZuPreem Fruitblend or Kaytee Rainbow Exact)
  • Rodent (lab) blocks
  • Paper based bedding/litter (Yesterday's News, Carefresh)
  • Rabbit Toys
  • Solid plastic free-standing exercise wheels - not metal
  • Ferret Hammocks
  • Sea grass squares, mats or entire rug (these can be purchased at Pier 1 and World Market)
General Supplies
  • Fleece Blankets
  • HAND SANITIZER
  • CLOROX WIPES
  • Dishwashing Detergent
  • Laundry Detergent  - WE'RE ALWAYS IN NEED OF THIS!
  • Bleach
  • Liquid Hand Soap 
  • Rubbing Alcohol
  • Paper products - toilet paper, paper towels
  • Scrubbing Sponge
  • Gallon size Zip-lock bags and GLAD Press n Seal
  • 6" Paper Plates
  • White Copy Paper
  • Colored Copy Paper
  • Inkjet Printer Toner - HP 93 or 98 or compatible cartridges
  • Stamps
  • Garmin GPS Unit
  • Gift Cards for national pet supply stores or national office suppliers

 

Produce Your Own Television Show

By Community Education & Recreation Department
Friday, Feb 20 2009, 12:32 PM

3-2-1 ACTION!  Have you ever wanted to produce your own TV show?  If so, this is a great program for you.  This program, offered through Menomonee Falls Cable Access and Menomonee Falls Community Education & Recreation, will provide training in basic aspects of video production including acquisition, editing, staging, lighting and camera operation.  After successful completion of the course, students will earn accreditation to use Cable Access facilities and equipment to produce their own shows.  No previous experience needed.  All equipment and supplies are provided.  Some outside classroom work will be assigned, but is guaranteed to be fun!

Next program starts March 11!  For additional information, or to register, visit www.fallsrec.org.


 

Splish, Splash and Swim Year Round

By Community Education & Recreation Department
Monday, Feb 9 2009, 10:35 AM

When most individuals think about swimming they think about summer, sun, waterparks, outdoor pools and beaches.  Residents of Menomonee Falls (and nonresidents too) have the luxury of swimming year round at the North Jr. High Swimming Pool.  Not only is it convenient, it's also reasonably priced at $2 per child and $3 per adult.  If interested, season swim passes are also available.

10 Reasons to Visit the Pool

  1. It's a great place to spend an evening or afternoon with the family when it's cold, raining or snowing outside.
  2. It's a great place to have your child's birthday party.
  3. Swimming is a great way to help achieve certain New Year's resolutions.
  4. Do you have a child in swimming lessons?  It's a great way for him or her to practice what they have learned.
  5. It's a great venue for working towards your Boy Scout, Girl Scout, Brownies or Cub Scouts badge.
  6. It's a great place for friends to hang out.
  7. Swimming and water do wonders for joints and muscles.
  8. When school's out attend one of our Splash Parties.
  9. It's a great place to go for a weekend play date (parents must accompany children under 7).
  10. It's a great place for kids to burn off energy before that Friday night sleepover.

For February 1 - April 29
(Closed February 27 & April 10-18)

OPEN/FAMILY SWIM
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

ADULT LAP SWIM
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
4:00 - 4:45 p.m.
8:00 - 9:00 p.m.*
Saturday
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

*Shared pool - 2 lanes available for lap swim.

SCHOOL'S OUT SPLASH PARTY
No School today!  Looking for something fun to do?  Join your friends and family for open swim at the North Jr. High Pool from 2:00 to 4:00 PM.

Thursday, March 12
Monday, April 13
Wednesday, April 15

For additional information regarding Open/Family and Adult Lap Swim, visit the Aquatics page at www.fallsrec.org, or call 262-255-8460.


 
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