Not heading out of town for Spring Break?  Me neither.  I’m going to try not to be resentful of my family and friends who are fortunate enough to be heading to warmer and sunnier parts this Spring Break.  Instead, I’m going to give this “staycation” notion a try. 

In thinking about what to do next week, I’ve realized that there are plenty of options to keep the family occupied.  The Brewers are in town—we’ll take in a game.  I love day trips to Chicago—there’s another day covered.  I’m treating myself to a little “me” time by attending a gardening workshop and the first gathering of a new book club at the Bay View Library (more on that another time).  Most of those things cost money, though.  Since this is a staycation, I need to explore some not-so-costly options as well. 

There are some wonderful, free Spring Break options available at the Milwaukee Public Library.  We’ll be taking advantage of those as well.  Preschoolers can enjoy a story time at their neighborhood library.  Every afternoon Central Library is hosting a program.  Options include: Game Day, Picasso Faces (art activities inspired by Picasso), and Book Jacket Bingo.  Feel like taking in a movie?  Check out Mill Road, Atkinson, and Martin Luther King.  Have a teen at home?  Encourage them to participate in the gaming program at the Capitol Library.  There are plenty of boredom busters available!        

While I may not come home with a great tan and sand in my ears, I think we’ve got the makings for a pretty great Spring Break right here at home.    

How do you plan to spend Spring Break?   

For a complete list of Spring Break @ the Milwaukee Public Library visit www.mpl.org