Events & Trips
The Badger Association coordinates group outings to allow people with vision loss to try something new and meet new people. To sign up for the following events, please call 414- 615-0100. Payment received confirms you are registered. Registration and payment deadline for each event is no later than one week before the event unless otherwise indicated.
BINGO!
Saturday Night Bingo
The Badger Association’s Life Skills program hosts Bingo once a month at 6:30 pm. Cost to play is $2, to be used for prizes. Saturdays, July 10, August 14, and September 18, 2010.
JOIN US FOR DINNER!
Each month the Life Skills program coordinates dinner out at one of Milwaukee’s popular restaurants. Transportation is available from the Badger Association for $3, departing at 5:00 pm. Dinner is at 5:30 pm. Registration deadline is one week prior to each dinner.
Castillo’s Family Restaurant
Tuesday, July 13
4283 S. 76th St., Greenfield, WI
414-546-4037
Enjoy a variety of sandwiches as well as Mexican, Greek, Italian, and American specials.
Volunteer Opportunities:
• 1 Event Coordinator/Leader
• 1-2 Drivers
• Guides/Assistants (as needed)
• 1 Accessible Menu Assistant
The Cheesecake Factory
Tuesday, August 10
2350 N. Mayfair Rd., Wauwatosa, WI
414-257-2300
This upscale casual dining restaurant offers a variety of items including specialty pizzas, steaks, pastas, and of course, over 30 varieties of cheesecake!
Volunteer Opportunities:
• 1 Event Coordinator/Leader
• 1-2 Drivers
• Guides/Assistants (as needed)
• 1 Accessible Menu Assistant
Johnny V’s Classic Cafe
Tuesday, September 14
1650 S. 84th St., West Allis, WI
414-771-9660
Offering a huge selection of breakfast, lunch and dinner menu items including appetizers, salads, pasta, burgers, sandwiches, roast turkey, meat loaf and much more!
Volunteer Opportunities:
• 1 Event Coordinator/Leader
• 1-2 Drivers
• Guides/Assistants (as needed)
• 1 Accessible Menu Assistant
COMMUNITY OUTINGS
Festa Italiana!
Thursday, July 15; 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Henry Maier Festival Park
200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI
414-223-2193
Fee: $4 Volunteer Fee: Free!
Enjoy all that Italian Fest has to offer on this VIP Day – food at reduced prices, great music, free soft drinks and more! Transportation provided from the Badger Association.
Volunteer Opportunities:
• 1 Event Coordinator/Leader
• 1-2 Drivers
• Guides as needed
Summer Fishing Outing
Saturday, July 17; 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Wilson Park Lagoon
1601 W. Howard Avenue, Milwaukee, WI
414-281-6289
Fee: $5 Volunteer Fee: Free!
Enjoy an afternoon of summertime fishing! Fishing poles, bait, volunteers and light refreshments all provided. Please dress appropriately. Transportation provided from the Badger Association.
Volunteer Opportunities:
• 1 Event Coordinator/Leader
• Guides as needed
• 1 Driver
• 1 Point Person
Shopping at Johnson Creek
Saturday, July 24; 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Johnson Creek Premium Outlets
575
W. Linmar Lane, Johnson Creek, WI
920-699-4111
Fee: $5 for transportation Volunteer Fee: Free!
Join Badger Association member Charlotte Gotz for a fun-filled day of shopping. Check out the summer sales and new Fall designs! Also, enjoy lunch in Johnson Creek. Transportation provided from the Badger Association.
Volunteer Opportunities:
• Guides as needed
• 1 Event Coordinator/Leader
• 1-2 Drivers
• 1 Point Person
Wisconsin State Fair Visit
Friday, August 6; 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Wisconsin State Fair Park
640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI
414-266-7100
Fee: $8 (includes ticket & transportation)
Volunteer Fee: Free!
Festive music, great food, and cream puffs – it must be the Wisconsin State Fair! Join us for a day of festival fun! Transportation provided from the Badger Association.
Volunteer Opportunities:
• Guides as needed
• 1 Event Coordinator/Leader
• 1-2 Drivers
A Day at Cool Waters
Wednesday, August 18; 10:00 am – 2:30 pm
Cool Waters Family Aquatic Park in
Greenfield Park
2028 S. 124th St., West Allis, WI
414-321-7530
Fee: $10 (includes park fee, lunch, and transportation)
Volunteer Fee: $4
Cool off with a fun-filled day at this family water park! Enjoy the refreshing pools and waterslides, followed by a light picnic lunch in the park. Families welcome! Please sign up in advance.
Volunteer Opportunities:
• 1 Event Coordinator/Leader
• Guides as needed
• 1-2 Drivers
Mexican Fiesta Visit
Friday, August 27; 12:00 – 4:00 pm
Henry Maier Festival Park
200 N. Harbor Dr., Milwaukee, WI
414-383-7066
Fee: $4 Volunteer Fee: Free!
Learn about Mexico’s rich history, enjoy delicious ethnic food, and listen to live entertainment. Transportation provided from the Badger Association.
Volunteer Opportunities:
• 1 Event Coordinator/Leader
• Guides as needed
• 1-2 Drivers
West Allis Farmer’s Market Visit
Thursday, September 2; 2:30 – 4:30pm
1559 S 65th St., Milwaukee, WI
414-543-2052
Fee: $3 Volunteer Fee: Free!
Purchase a variety of delicious produce – picked fresh that day by the vendors! Transportation provided from the Badger Association.
Volunteer Opportunities:
• 1 Event Coordinator/Leader
• Guides as needed
• 1 Driver
Indian Summer Visit
Friday, September 10; 4:00 – 8:00 pm
Henry Maier Festival Park
200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI
414-604-1000
Fee: $4 Volunteer Fee: Free!
Enjoy ethnic music and dance, traditional arts and crafts, frybread and more! Transportation provided from the Badger Association.
Volunteer Opportunities:
• 1 Event Coordinator/Leader
• Guides as needed
• 1 Point Person
• 1-2 Drivers
SOCIAL/ENTERTAINMENT
Sussex Lions Picnic and Bingo
Saturday, July 10; 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sussex Village Park
W224N6196 Weaver Dr., Sussex, WI
262-246-5200
Fee: Free!
The Sussex Lions Club sponsors their annual picnic and Bingo! Transportation from the Badger Association provided by the Sussex Lions Club.
Volunteer Opportunities:
• 1 Point Person
• 1 Event Coordinator/Leader
Ragtime Delight
Wednesday, August 4; 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Badger Association
Fee: $2 Volunteer Fee: Free!
Enjoy an evening of summer ragtime tunes by talented musician Doug Haise. Refreshments provided. Please register in advance.
Volunteer Opportunities:
• 1 Point Person
• 1 Assistant
• 1 Event Coordinator/Leader
SEWAD Performance of “Our Miss Brooks”
Thursday, September 23; 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Badger Association
Fee: $3 Volunteer Fee: Free!
Join the SEWAD – Southeast Wisconsin Radio Plus – for an entertaining performance of “Our Miss Brooks: Board of Education Day.” Light refreshments served.
Volunteer Opportunities:
• 1 Point Person
• 2 Assistants
• 1 Event Coordinator/Leader