Events
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 contact the receptionist at 414-258-9200. Payment received confirms that you are registered for the event.
Note: Unless otherwise indicated, payment/registration deadline for each event is no later than one week before the event!
Saturday Night Bingo
The Life Skills Program hosts Bingo once a month at 6:30 pm. Cost to play is $2, to be used for prizes.
Spring dates: Saturdays, April 11, May 9 & June 13.
Join Us for Dinner!
Each month the Life Skills program also coordinates dinner out at one of Milwaukee’s popular restaurants. Transportation is available from the Badger Association for $3, departing at 5:00 p.m. Dinner is at 5:30 p.m. Registration deadline is one week prior to each dinner.
Tuesday, April 14 – Crawdaddy’s
6414 W. Greenfield Ave, West Allis, 414-778-2228
Tuesday, May 12 – Famous Dave’s
5077 S 27th St, Milwaukee, 414-727-1940
Tuesday, June 9 – I-Hop
1110 Miller Park Way, West Milwaukee, 414-647-8645
April 2009
Bingo with the Sussex Lionesses
Thursday, April 2; 7:00 pm
Badger Association; Cost: Free!
Badger Association; Cost: Free!
Enjoy bingo, prizes, refreshments, and fun, sponsored by the Sussex Lionesses Club!
Quality Candy/Buddy Squirrel
Candy & Nut Tour
Wednesday, April 22; 12:30 – 3:00 pm
1801 E. Bolivar, St. Francis; 414-483-4500
Cost: Participants: $6 (tour & transportation) Volunteers: $3
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, April 8
1801 E. Bolivar, St. Francis; 414-483-4500
Cost: Participants: $6 (tour & transportation) Volunteers: $3
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, April 8
Enjoy the tastes and smells of candy and nuts as you tour these state-of-the-art kitchens.
West Allis West Lions Club Pancake Breakfast
Sunday, April 26, 8:00 am – Noon
Mary Queen of Heaven Church Hall
2322 S. 106th St., West Allis, 414-328-5566
Cost: $3 (for transportation)
Mary Queen of Heaven Church Hall
2322 S. 106th St., West Allis, 414-328-5566
Cost: $3 (for transportation)
Join the West Allis West Lions Club for their annual pancake breakfast! Transportation from the Badger Association provided.
May 2009
Ragtime Delight
Wednesday, May 6; 6:30 pm
Badger Association; Cost: $3
Badger Association; Cost: $3
Enjoy refreshments as you listen to catchy ragtime tunes of musician Doug Haise!
National Mutual Benefit Bingo
Thursday, May 14; 6:30 pm
Badger Association; Cost: Free!
Badger Association; Cost: Free!
Enjoy bingo, prizes and fun, sponsored by National Mutual Benefit!
Blood Center Blood Drive
Tuesday, May 19; 12:00 to 5:00 pm
Badger Association; Cost: Free!
Badger Association; Cost: Free!
Save the lives of friends, family members, and neighbors by donating your blood.
Spring Fishing Outing
Saturday, May 23; 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Wilson Park Lagoon; 1601 W. Howard Ave., Milwaukee, 414-281-6289
Cost: Participants: $5 (transportation & supplies) Volunteers: Free!
Wilson Park Lagoon; 1601 W. Howard Ave., Milwaukee, 414-281-6289
Cost: Participants: $5 (transportation & supplies) Volunteers: Free!
Volunteers, fishing poles, bait and drinks provided but please dress appropriately and bring containers for any fish you catch.
June 2009
Cedar Creek Winery Tour
Wednesday, June 17; 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
(leaving the Badger Association at 9:00 am, tour starts at 10:00 am)
N70 W6340 Bridge Road, Cedarburg; 262-377-8020
Cost: Participants: $8 (tour & transportation) Volunteers: $3
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, June 3
N70 W6340 Bridge Road, Cedarburg; 262-377-8020
Cost: Participants: $8 (tour & transportation) Volunteers: $3
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, June 3
This hands-on tour offers participants a history of the winery and surrounding buildings as well as a formal wine tasting.
River Rhythms in the Park
Wednesday, June 24, 5:30 – 9:00 pm
Pere Marquette Park, 900 N. Plankinton Ave., Milwaukee; 414-276-6696
Cost: $3 (for transportation)
Pere Marquette Park, 900 N. Plankinton Ave., Milwaukee; 414-276-6696
Cost: $3 (for transportation)
Bring a blanket and enjoy one of downtown Milwaukee’s summer outdoor music festivals. Food and drink available for purchase from park vendors.
