Get the Most Out of Summer at Upcoming MSCR Events!

Celebrate National Park and Recreation Month

Summer is the perfect opportunity to spend time outdoors, and this July, Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) and Madison Parks are teaming up for National Park and Recreation Month. This year’s theme, “Build Together, Play Together," reminds us of the role parks and recreation play in building strong, vibrant and resilient communities. Park and recreation programs are essential to a community’s health and well-being and help cultivate lifelong friendships, memories and family bonds that people hold dear decades later.

Throughout July, Madison Parks and MSCR are offering free community events for all ages. Check out an event near you and help us “Build Together, Play Together.”

Attend Free, Adapted Open Swims in July, August

Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) and Madison Parks are hosting free, Adapted Family Swims on Friday, July 11 and August 1, 5:30-7 p.m., and Saturday, August 16, 10-11:30 a.m., at the Goodman Pool, 325 W Olin Ave.

 The event is open to individuals who have disabilities, their caregivers and their families. The pool has a zero-depth entry and water wheelchairs are available.

 According to Auggie Brenzel, MSCR Adapted Recreation and Sports Specialist, “it's an event where anyone with a disability can feel comfortable and welcome in the water."

Tee Up to Support MSCR Afterschool Programs at the 21st Annual Fore Friends Golf Outing

Get ready for a fantastic day of golf and giving back! Join the Friends of MSCR on Wednesday, July 23, at The Oaks Golf Course for our 21st Annual Fore Friends Golf Outing.

This isn’t just your average day on the green – it’s an opportunity to support vital public recreation programs right here in Madison. Since 2003, Friends of MSCR has raised more than $640,000, funding everything from bringing free arts programs to community centers to a multitude of exciting afterschool clubs for grades K-12.

• Register to Play a Foursome!
  • The scramble format makes it perfect for golfers of every level, from seasoned pros to those just starting out. A foursome includes 4 golfer registration includes: 18 holes, cart, lunch and a golfer gift. Learn more and register! The outing has plenty of fun games on the course.
• Become a Valued Sponsor
  • The annual golf outing wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support of our local community sponsors. By sponsoring this event, sponsors are not only making a difference in public recreation but also showcasing your company to a great audience. Visit the event page for details on sponsorship levels and their benefits.

For any questions about sponsorships or to contribute gift cards or prizes, please reach out to Martha at mlhutchinson@madison.k12.wi.us or call 608-204-3045. The deadline is Friday, May 23, 2025.

Learn more and Register

Friends of MSCR is a non-profit organization, providing financial support to Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) programs and services. MSCR’s proud history of service began in 1926, and Friends of MSCR is committed to ensuring that MSCR public recreation programs remain accessible and affordable.