Madison Capital and Zoo - 4/24/26 Image

Madison Capital and Zoo - 4/24/26

by: Mindy Binnie

Please join us on Friday, April 24, 2026 as we travel to the Madison Capitol for a tour and then to the Zoo to see the animals! You are welcome to attend the Capitol, the Zoo, or both! Registration is for sign-up purposes only - there are no fees for these 2 trips. Madison Capitol Information - 9:00 am - Limit of 80 attendees Tours begin promptly at 9:00 am in the tour orientation center located in the southeast basement of the capitol. Access to the orientation center via the metal doors beneath the grand stairs on Martin Luther King Blvd. Please allow sufficient time to arrive and be ready to start. Late arrivals may be able to join the group, but it is not guaranteed. Groups may be combined. The tour will last approximately 45 to 55 minutes. Groups may see the Rotunda, the Supreme Court, the Governor's Conference Room, the Assembly, the Senate and the North Hearing Room (all subject to availability). Facemasks are optional and not required in the Capitol Building or on Capitol Tours. Madison Zoo Information: We will be meeting at the zoo between 10:30-11:00 am. We will meet right inside the zoo to the right where there are benches and seating. This should give the capitol tour enough time to head to the zoo if joining us. There is no tour at the zoo, it is an on your own visit. You are welcome to enjoy your visit with other Options families and staff. Questions? Please contact Mindy Binnie @ binnmi@elkhorn.k12.wi.us Reminder: All parents/chaperones must remain with your student(s) at all times. Registration closes at midnight on Friday, April 10, 2026

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Timber Ridge Waterpark - 3/13/2026 Image

Timber Ridge Waterpark - 3/13/2026

by: Mindy Binnie

Let's go swimming! Please arrive by 10 a.m. to check-in and listen to the rules. You can pack a sack lunch to eat outside the water park or purchase lunch to eat in the water park. NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINK IS ALLOWED IN THE WATERPARK. One complimentary adult chaperone can attend per family if they are not swimming. All swimmers, aged 12 months or older, must purchase passes. Questions? Please contact Mindy Binnie @ binnmi@elkhorn.k12.wi.us Reminder: All chaperones must stay in attendance at the waterpark at all times. Registrations due by Friday, February 27, 2026 at midnight.

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Elkhorn, WI

Eble Park Ice Skating - 2/27/2026 Image

Eble Park Ice Skating - 2/27/2026

by: Mindy Binnie

Come Skate with Options at Eble Park in Brookfield, WI! Eble Park is an indoor skating facility run through the Waukesha County Parks. Cost is $12 per skater, which includes admission and skate rentals. Skate Rentals: Both figure and hockey skates are available to rent in the following sizes: Toddler: size 6 through 13 Child/Adult: size 1 through 14 Skate Aids: Eble Park Ice Arena now has skate aids available to rent, thanks to a generous donation by the Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin. The cost to rent is $8.00 per public skate session. Please note the following policies when renting: • Skate aids are only for children and adults who need assistance balancing on the ice. They may not be used for experienced skaters. • Patrons must be 18 years old to rent; children using the skate aids must always have adult supervision. • Patrons are required to leave a set of keys or photo ID for collateral. • Any skaters misusing the skate aids will be asked to return them and will not receive a refund. Lunch: You are free to bring a cold lunch, or they will have concessions open for lunch options. All food must be consumed in the lobby - not the ice area. Questions? Please contact Mindy Binnie @ binnmi@elkhorn.k12.wi.us Reminder: All chaperones must stay in attendance at all times. Registrations due by Friday, February 6, 2026 at midnight.

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Discovery World Museum - 1/16/2026 Image

Discovery World Museum - 1/16/2026

by: Mindy Binnie

Discovery World is Milwaukee’s premier, non-profit science and technology center for the whole family. Our 120,000 sq. ft. center offers fun and educational experiences and features interactive exhibits, the Reiman Aquarium, and other exciting activities. The unique, hands-on exhibits and programs focus on two areas – technology and freshwater sciences. We want to light the spark of curiosity in your kids. We want to inspire them to become the next generation of engineers, designers, scientists, innovators, community leaders, and makers. We want you and your family to explore, learn, create, and have fun. Join us at Discovery World Museum for a day of fun! We will meet at the Main Entrance at 10am for admittance and collections of lunches. Please arrive by 10 am. There is no late admittance allowed, so if you arrive after 10 am you will be asked to purchase tickets at full price for the day. Once tickets have been distributed, you and your families are welcome to explore the museum. LUNCH: We have the use of the lunch room at 11:30, or 12:00. You will be split into groups at arrival and will need to report for lunch at your scheduled time. If you do not want to bring lunch from home, there is a cafe. The Downtown Kitchen Express offers a variety of grab and go items including a selection of favorites such as pizza, hot dogs, pretzels, salads and sandwiches, all packaged to go. Tickets are $9 for students and $11 for parents. This will provide access to the Discovery World exhibits and the aquarium. PARKING: Parking at Discovery World is available for purchase up to 3 weeks in advance. Each family is responsible for parking costs. Please visit: https://www.discoveryworld.org. If you purchase parking, your vehicle must be removed from Discovery World’s underground parking garage by the end time listed on your parking ticket. Discovery World closes at 4pm. Parking is also available in alternate lots located along Milwaukee's Lakefront. I will send out more information on Parking in January. Questions? Please contact Mindy Binnie @ binnmi@elkhorn.k12.wi.us Reminder: All chaperones must stay in attendance at all times. Registrations due by Friday, December 12, 2025 at midnight.

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Elkhorn, WI