WAUWATOSA WEEKEND PLANNER: 5 Family-Friendly Activities for Saturday

Wauwatosa Farmers Market
Saturday, July 9, 8 a.m. to noon

The Tosa Farmers Market is a volunteer-run open air market that brings locally-grown fruits and vegetables and foods crafted by Wisconsin artisans directly to the people of Wauwatosa and surrounding communities.

Venue: 7735 Harwood Ave., in Wauwatosa

Village of Wauwatosa Walking Food Tour
Saturday, July 9 10:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.

Savor the flavors of the Village of Wauwatosa with many delicious tastings from local restaurants, including a French cafe, an Italian pizzeria, a restaurant with a Dutch flair, a visit to an olive oil shop, a wine shop and local chocolatier. Weather permitting, we will also visit the Wauwatosa Farmers Market during Saturday lunch tours.

To Register, go to:
http://www.zerve.com/MKEFoodTo...

Tosa Pool Party and Movie Night
Saturday, July 9

6:30-8:30 p.m.
City of Light is hosting a free pool party and movie night at Hoyt Park in Wauwatosa.
Enjoy swimming, food and movies on a giant inflatable screen by the pool.
Feel free to bring friends and neighbors.
Hoyt Park
1800 N Swan Blvd
Milwaukee, WI

Walk Run Wag for MADACC
Saturday, July 9, 9 a.m.

Walk Run Wag is an annual chip-timed 5k run you can do with or without your dog. It's also a one- or two-mile walk for two-legs (you) and six-legs (you and your dog).
Post-race activities include lure coursing and agility, vendors, pet rescue organizations, adoptables, live music and much more. There is an additional fee for some activities; other activity providers request a donation. Food and beverages are available on-site for purchase.
Registration: You can still register in person at Hart Park on Saturday morning, the day of the event, from 7:30-9 a.m
Hart Park
4.5 star rating 11 reviews
6800 W State St
Wauwatosa, WI 53213

Secret Garden Tour
Saturday, July 9

Tour six beautiful private gardens plus the historic gardens at the Kneeland-Walker house. Meet and speak with Melinda Myers, sponsored by American Transmission Company (ATC) 10 AM to 1 PM. She will have native plants as well as "Grow Smart" materials.

Be sure to check out the eclectic mix of artisans and vendors as well as the Master Gardener "Lifelong Gardening" presentation.

Advance tickets are $10 and can be purchased beginning in early June at the following ticket outlets: Alfa Flower Shop, The Flower Lady, Fruit of the Bloom, Rose's Flower Shop, Stein's Garden and Home, Tosa location only, and Wisconsin Garden and Pet. On tour day, tickets are $12 and will be available at the Kneeland-Walker House, 7406 Hillcrest Drive, the starting point of the tour.