Looking to beat the heat this week? Here are a few local ideas …
- Visit Grobschmidt Pool. It’s open 12:30 to 4 p.m. daily and 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday.
- Dip you toe in Lake Michigan at Grant Park beach. Water temperatures are 73 degrees. Not bad. Check out current beach conditions at this cool Milwaukee County beach website.
- Grab an ice cream at the South Milwaukee Dairy Queen.
- Head to the South Milwaukee Library. It’s open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday.
- Encourage your older relatives, friends and neighbors to stop by the Chester W. Grobschmidt Senior Center. It’s open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Get a free (for the kids) or discounted lunch at South Milwaukee High School or Lakeview Elementary.
- Pick up a fruit smoothie at the South Milwaukee Downtown Market. Learn more on our website … and be sure to like us on Facebook.
- Get a workout in at the South Milwaukee Fitness Center at South Milwaukee High School. Access to the walking track is free, and it’s inexpensive to join.
Did I miss any? Post your comments!
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Relax on a bench by the Mill Pond, watch the ducks, listen to the waterfall.