News & Events

Why work for MSCR? Because work should be a blast! Make an Impact: Create inclusive, memorable programs for all of Madison. Level Up: Get hands-on training and build your resume while you play. Be You: We celebrate your unique skills and life experiences. Find Your Squad: Collaborate with a team that’s as obsessed with arts,… Read More from The Big Summer Jobs Issue!

MSCR and Madison Parks are teaming up to host a series of hiring fairs aimed at filling seasonal summer positions across a variety of engaging roles. The fairs offer immediate interviews and opportunities spanning arts and enrichment, camps, outdoor pursuits, fitness, sports and swimming. The collaborative effort seeks to bolster summer programming and provide valuable employment opportunities for the community…. Read More from Madison Parks & MSCR to Host Job Fairs

Better Together Health Fair It’s Not Just a Health Fair—It’s a Community Celebration! Looking for a reason to get out of the house and get moving? The MSCR 50+ Fitness Team and NewBridge are teaming up to bring you an afternoon that’s as much about connection as it is about wellness. Whether you’re looking for… Read More from NewBridge & MSCR Better Together Health Fair – March 12

MSCR is holding Summer 2026 Job Fairs in cooperation with Madison Parks  Explore seasonal jobs Apply & interview onsite Starting pay is $16-$20 Wednesday, March 18, 4-7pm & Thursday, April 9, 4-7pm Come and learn more about exciting jobs at Madison Parks Office,330 E Lakeside Street Learn and apply for specific job openings at: governmentjobs.com/careers/madisonwi mscr.org/jobs… Read More from MSCR & Madison Parks to Hold Summer 2026 Job Fairs

Instructor Highlight: Tim Meet one of our photography instructors, Tim! Tim says, “The first photography class I taught at MSCR was in 2014, and I’ve also taught photography at American Collegiate Adventures. My first formal, darkroom course was at MATC and that was a big step for me. I enjoy teaching at MSCR because it… Read More from Spring Into Something New!

MSCR Meadowood Neighborhood Center & MSCR Afterschool to Host A Series of Black History Month Events Madison, WI – Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR)  is proud to announce a vibrant lineup of free public events in celebration of Black History Month. From soul food dinners to youth-led showcases, MSCR invites the Madison community to… Read More from MSCR Celebrates Black History Month

MSCR Meadowood Neighborhood Center to Host A Series of Black History Month Events Madison, WI – The MSCR Meadowood Neighborhood Center, 5740 Raymond Rd, is hosting a variety of free and exciting events in honor of Black History Month. These inspiring events are open to the public and begin on Saturday, February 7. “This year’s… Read More from MSCR Meadowood Neighborhood Center to Host A Series of Black History Month Events

  Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) invites the community to celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend with two special stargazing events at the MMSD Planetarium, 201 S. Gammon Road. All proceeds from the events support future upgrades to the planetarium. Romance Under the Stars (Ages 18+) Designed as a unique date-night experience, this event allows couples… Read More from MSCR to Host Under the Stars Fundraising Events for MMSD Planetarium

Playtime! Rain, Snow or Shine – It’s play time! Join us for Indoor Playground, a space to meet new friends and have a great time playing with a variety of fun toys and equipment including our Imagination Playground! Adult supervision isrequired. Drop in program only. Pay $4 per child at the door. Equipment most suitable… Read More from MSCR Indoor Playground

December 1, 2025 Contact: Andie Kobrick, MSCR Adult Arts & Enrichment Specialist, at amkobrick@madison.k12.wi.us or 608-204-3045, or Nicole Graper, MSCR Marketing Specialist, at ngraper@madison.k12.wi.us or 608-204-3017 MSCR Annual Pottery Sale Returns December 18-21 at MSCR West Find Unique Holiday Gifts and Support Local Art Programs Madison, WI – The Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) popular Annual Pottery Sale returns on December… Read More from MSCR Pottery Sale 2025