Programs & Classes

Bike Rodeo 2025

When: Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. by appointment
Who:  Children Ages 6 to 11
Location: Franklin City Hall - Rear Parking Lot, 9229 W. Loomis Road
Register Online at Franklin Community Education & Recreation Department. Call the Franklin Health Department at 414-425-9101 for event questions.  Registration closes May 31, 2025.

Join the fun, free learning experience for grade schoolers ages 6-11, as they receive a properly fitted helmet, bike tune-up, and ride through the obstacle course learning safety lessons.  Children will also receive a certificate of completion and a free bike license voucher (for Franklin residents).  Appointments run from 9-11:15 a.m. and participants should reserve 30-60 minutes for the event. Parents, please bring your child and his or her 2-wheeled bike (no training wheels) to the event! See flyer/Registration.
 

Stepping On Workshop

When: Tuesdays, April 1 - May 13, 2025 - 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. (Class size is limited)
Location: Franklin Public Library, Fadrow Room, 9151 W. Loomis Road
To Register: Call the Franklin Health Department at 414-425-9101. Cost: $10

• A 7-week workshop for residents 60 and older that can help seniors avoid dangerous and costly falls so that they can keep doing the things they love. 
• Guest experts include a physical therapist, pharmacist, vision expert, and a Franklin safety officer.
• Seniors will learn how to identify and remove or avoid fall hazards in the home and outside, and how vision, medication, and footwear affect your risk of falling.
• Simple strength and balance exercises will be taught that will increase self-confidence and enhance your sense of independence.