Lake Park Ice Rink Opening

ICE RINK IS NOW CLOSED FOR THE SEASON 2/18/10

Location: North End of the park near the tennis courts, playground and Warming House. Rink is on west side of Warming House, visible from Lake Drive and Locust.

Details: The land rink and Warming House will be open on weekdays from 3-8 p.m. for Open Skating (no hockey) and 8-10 p.m. Hockey Only. On weekends, the rink and Warming House will be open from 12:30-8 p.m. for Open Skating (no hockey) and 8-10 p.m. Hockey Only. A limited number of skates, in various sizes, will be available for use on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:30-4:30 p.m. free of charge.

Uncovering Hidden Worlds

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Location: Marcia Coles Community Room

Details: Kevin Cullen, Archaeology Associate, Discovery World, will present a fascinating talk on Discovery World's archaeology program "Distant Mirror" which uses state of the art surveying technology, such as Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) to look beneath the surface of the earth to discover what was here before us. Although GPR's first use was in 1929 in Austria to study depth of glaciers, it has recently been used by archaeologists and historical societies to "see" underground without having to disturb the soil. Deceptively simple, a GPR "machine" looks like a lawnmower which can be pushed by one person and acts like a CT scan, sending radar signals up to a viewing screen. In 2008, Discovery World began a survey of Juneau Park, uncovering the 19th century residential neighborhood which was removed to create the park. In his talk, Kevin will tell us about these discoveries and Discovery World's plans for future explorations including possible answers to some of Lake Park's secrets and buried history. (What is in the Indian Mound? Is there evidence of an Indian village in the park? Was there a tavern at Park and Wahl?) This program will be a
must-see for anyone interested in history, archaeology, and love of Milwaukee's Lake and Juneau Parks.

2010 Ice Skating Party

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Location: Ice rink and Warming House

Details: Enjoy s'mores and hot chocolate while skating or watching others skate. This wonderful family event is free!

Duck Watch

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Location: Meet on east side of Lincoln Memorial Drive, across from the running track and north of Bradford Beach

Details: These free, informal walks are open to the public. Recereational birders with spotting scopes volunteer to locate and identify common and rare waterfowl and gulls, both near shore and far out into Lake Michigan. Dress warmly.

The Park People's 3rd Annual Friends Group Gathering

Time: 6-8 p.m.

Location: O'Donnell Park Miller Room at Zilli Lake & Gardens, 931 E. Wisconsin Ave. (Parking in O'Donnell Parking Structure)

Details: Celebrate with Parks Director Sue Black, recent recipient of the prestigious National Recreation and Park Association's Gold Medal Award. Get an update from The Park People on Friends Group initiatives. And hear Guest Speaker - Eddee Daniel, fine art photographer, ecological activist, arts educator and author of: Urban Wilderness: Exploring a Metropolitan Watershed.

Friends Group Fundraiser – Pick up raffle tickets. Friends Groups can earn $2.00 for each raffle ticket sold (the remaining proceeds go to The Park People which helps us to help you). Raffle runs through March 8, 2010. Prizes include season pass for green fees at any Milwaukee County Golf Course, season pass for admission to the Boerner Botanical Gardens or to Mitchell Park Domes (including the Music Under the Glass Series!) or to the David Schulz Aquatic Center at Lincoln Park.

RSVP to Jim Goulee at jim@parkpeoplemke.org or 414.273.PARK by February 15th.

Guest Speaker John Gurda

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Location: Marcia Coles Community Room

Details: Local historian John Gurda will be guest speaker. Mr. Gurda has written a number of books including "The Making of Milwaukee" which was then made into a Channel 10 production. Right now he is promoting his newest book on Milwaukee Jewish Culture.

Duck Watch

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Location: Meet on east side of Lincoln Memorial Drive, across from the running track and north of Bradford Beach

Details: These free, informal walks are open to the public. Recereational birders with spotting scopes volunteer to locate and identify common and rare waterfowl and gulls, both near shore and far out into Lake Michigan. Dress warmly.

First Day of Spring

Nature Program - Urban Aquaculture

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Location: Marcia Coles Community Room

Details: Jon Bales will be talking about the Urban Aquaculture Center, of which he is the co-founder. This organization promises to become an integral part of Milwaukee's nascent water industry. As our Great Lakes and oceans become increasingly polluted and over- fished, we need a clean, safe supply of aquatic fish and plants to sustain our dietary needs. (Not to mention our treasured Friday Fish Fries!) Jon will explain how the UAC will operate to address these needs.

Saturday mornings 17, 24

Warbler Walks

Time: 8:30-10 a.m.

Location: West side of Warming House

17

Great American Clean Up Day

22

Earth Day

24

Historic Trees in Lake Park

Time: TBD

Location: Warming House

30

Arbor Day

Mother's Day Wildflower Walk

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Location: Warming House

Warbler Walks

Time: 8:30-10 a.m.

Location: West side of Warming House

First Day of Summer

Superun 5K Run

Time: Registration 5-6 p.m., Race begins 7:00 p.m.

Location: Pavilion Parking Lot

2010 July 4th Celebration in Lake Park

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Location: Lake Park Pavilion Parking Lot Area

Warbler Walks

Time: 8:30-10 a.m.

Location: West side of Warming House

Warbler Walks

Time: 8:30-10 a.m.

Location: West side of Warming House