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Monday, July 1, 2024

12:00 PM
Employ Milwaukee Resource Table at Atkinson

Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about…

1:00 PM
ESL Drop in Tutoring at Zablocki

Need help learning English?  Have questions about English conversation or…

1:30 PM
Open Maker Time at Mitchell Street

Drop in the MPL's Makerspaces to hang out, mess around,…

3:00 PM
A Visit to Alice's Garden at Center Street

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4:00 PM
Photo Bookmarks at Tippecanoe

Use our supplies to take pictures, print them, decorate a…

4:00 PM
Bike Repair Clinic* at Mitchell Street

Bring your bicycle to select library locations for minor repairs…

4:00 PM
Theater Skills Workshop with First Stage at Central

Try your hand at theater! Learn skills to collaborate…

4:30 PM
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults at Mitchell Street

Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English.…

6:00 PM
Ms. Kim's Amazing Animals at Tippecanoe

Ms. Kim will educate and amaze you with reptiles, small…

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

10:30 AM
Story Time and Play Group at Central

A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

12:00 PM
Employ Milwaukee Resource Table at Mitchell Street

Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about…

12:00 PM
Snack Hack: 2.0 at Mitchell Street

Let's eat! Snack Hack explores the world of food through…

12:00 PM
Entrepreneurship Lab: Building a Strong Team: Hiring and Managing Employees at Central

Join Eli Rivera, the 2024 Library Entrepreneur-in-Residence for  a series…

2:00 PM
Sidewalk Chalk at Center St. at Center Street

Get outside and decorate the courtyard at Center…

2:00 PM
Coding for Kids at Atkinson

Enjoy an hour of coding play with the Cubetto robot.

3:00 PM
Pizza Gardens at Zablocki

Start your very own pizza garden from seed! We'll…

3:00 PM
Pizza Gardens at Good Hope

Start your very own pizza garden from seed! We'll…

3:30 PM
Snack Hack: Kids Kitchen at Mitchell Street

"You are what you eat!" This food literacy program is…

4:30 PM
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults at Mitchell Street

Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English.…

6:15 PM
Family Story Time at Tippecanoe

Young children and their caregiver are invited to a 30-minute…

Wednesday, July 3, 2024

10:00 AM
Milwaukee County Job Center Satellite Service at Good Hope

The Milwaukee County Job Center Satellite Service provides drop-in assistance…

10:00 AM
Stepping Out Walking Club at Washington Park

Take a weekly walk through beautiful Washington Park with a…

10:30 AM
Gentle Chair Yoga at Capitol

This introduction to yoga will focus on low-impact standing and chair-assisted…

10:30 AM
Story Time with Playgroup at Villard Square

A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

10:45 AM
Story Time at Tippecanoe

Young children and their caregivers are invited to a 30-minute…

11:00 AM
Tech-splanation @ MPL at Zablocki

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it! Do…

12:00 PM
Tech-Splanation @ MPL at Bay View

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it!…

12:30 PM
Green Roof Tour at Central

·        Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof!  Learn about the…

1:30 PM
Open Maker Time at Mitchell Street

Drop in the MPL's Makerspaces to hang out, mess around,…

2:00 PM
You Build It! at Central

Beat the heat this summer and enjoy open building time!…

3:00 PM
Theater Skills Workshop with First Stage at Atkinson

Try your hand at theater! Learn skills to collaborate…

3:00 PM
Theater Skills Workshop with First Stage at East

Try your hand at theater! Learn skills to collaborate…

3:30 PM
Entrepreneur-in-Residence Mentoring Sessions at Central

The library's Entrepreneur-in-Residence supports, mentors, and educates new entrepreneurs and…

4:00 PM
Bike Repair Clinic at Tippecanoe

Bring your bicycle to select library locations for minor repairs…

Friday, July 5, 2024

10:30 AM
Story Time at Capitol

Young children and their caregivers are invited to a story…

10:30 AM
Gentle Chair Yoga at Zablocki

This introduction to yoga will focus on low-impact standing and…

11:00 AM
Resume Re-charge at Washington Park

Create a resume that will get the attention of potential…

12:00 PM
Safe & Sound at Villard Square

Experiencing nuisance concerns? Want to start a block watch? Worried about…

3:00 PM
Pizza Gardens at Center Street

Start your very own pizza garden from seed! We'll…

3:00 PM
Pizza Gardens at Mitchell Street

Start your very own pizza garden from seed! We'll…

4:00 PM
Theater Skills Workshop with First Stage at Bay View

Try your hand at theater! Learn skills to collaborate…

4:00 PM
Theater Skills Workshop with First Stage at Capitol

Try your hand at theater! Learn skills to collaborate…

Saturday, July 6, 2024

9:00 AM
Entrepreneur-in-Residence Mentoring Sessions at Central

The library's Entrepreneur-in-Residence supports, mentors, and educates new entrepreneurs and budding…

10:30 AM
Playwrights' Play Time at Central

Calling all storytellers, actors, and costume designers! Join us for…

11:00 AM
Central Library Architectural Tour at Central

Visit Milwaukee Public Library's beautiful Central Library, a popular destination for more…

1:30 PM
Green Roof Tour at Central

·         Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof!  Learn about the…

Monday, July 8, 2024

1:00 PM
ESL Drop in Tutoring at Zablocki

Need help learning English?  Have questions about English conversation or…

1:00 PM
Crafty Adults - Terra Cotta Bee Bath at Bay View

Do your part to help our pollinators thrive, by creating…

1:30 PM
Open Maker Time at Mitchell Street

Drop in the MPL's Makerspaces to hang out, mess around,…

2:00 PM
Wisconsin Conservatory of Music Bucket Drumming at Central

Make music with a 5-gallon bucket and a pair of…

3:00 PM
Pollinators at Center Street

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3:30 PM
You Build It! at Bay View

Beat the heat this summer and enjoy open building time…

4:00 PM
Bike Repair Clinic at Washington Park

Bring your bicycle to select library locations for minor repairs…

4:00 PM
Pizza Gardens at Tippecanoe

Start your very own pizza garden from seed! We'll…

4:30 PM
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults at Mitchell Street

Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English.…

5:30 PM
Knot Just Knitting at Good Hope

Beginners and Experts welcome! The group meets twice monthly, from…

6:00 PM
Novel Ideas Book Club at Zablocki

6:30 PM
Vegan Living 101 at Tippecanoe

Whether you're interested in cooking, healthy eating, food ethics, or the environment,…

Tuesday, July 9, 2024

10:30 AM
Story Time and Play Group at Central

A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

12:00 PM
Tech-splanation @ MPL at Central

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it! Do…

12:00 PM
Snack Hack: 2.0 at Mitchell Street

Let's eat! Snack Hack explores the world of food through…

12:00 PM
Entrepreneurship Lab: Scaling Strategies and Growth Opportunities at Central

Join Eli Rivera, the 2024 Library Entrepreneur-in-Residence for  a series…

1:00 PM
Tech-Splanation @ MPL at Tippecanoe

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it!…

1:00 PM
Tech-Splanation @ MPL at Villard Square

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it!…

2:00 PM
Paper Plate Greenhouse at Capitol

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2:00 PM
Sidewalk Chalk at Center St. at Center Street

Get outside and decorate the courtyard at Center…

2:00 PM
Milwaukee Justice Center Mobile Legal Clinic at Center Street

The Milwaukee Justice Center can help with legal…

3:00 PM
Pizza Gardens at Bay View

Start your very own pizza garden from seed! We'll…

3:00 PM
Theater Skills Workshop with First Stage at Zablocki

Try your hand at theater! Learn skills to collaborate…

3:00 PM
Theater Skills Workshop with First Stage at Good Hope

Try your hand at theater! Learn skills to collaborate…

3:00 PM
My Block at Villard Square

What would be on your ideal block? A swimming pool? An…

3:30 PM
Snack Hack: Kids Kitchen at Mitchell Street

"You are what you eat!" This food literacy program is…

4:30 PM
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults at Mitchell Street

Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English.…

6:00 PM
The History of Black Milwaukee at Atkinson

Presented by award-winning historian and author John Gurda; with Clayborn…

6:15 PM
Family Story Time at Tippecanoe

Young children and their caregiver are invited to a 30-minute…

Wednesday, July 10, 2024

10:00 AM
MHD Strong Baby Resource Table at East

10:00 AM
Stepping Out Walking Club at Washington Park

Take a weekly walk through beautiful Washington Park with a…

10:30 AM
Gentle Chair Yoga at Capitol

This introduction to yoga will focus on low-impact standing and chair-assisted…

10:30 AM
Story Time with Playgroup at Villard Square

A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

10:45 AM
Story Time at Tippecanoe

Young children and their caregivers are invited to a 30-minute…

11:00 AM
Employ Milwaukee Resource Table at Center Street

Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about…

11:30 AM
Crosswords, Puzzles, and Community at East

Relax and puzzle your way through Wednesday morning in the…

12:00 PM
Tech-Splanation @ MPL at Bay View

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it!…

12:30 PM
Green Roof Tour at Central

·        Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof!  Learn about the…

1:30 PM
Open Maker Time at Mitchell Street

Drop in the MPL's Makerspaces to hang out, mess around,…

2:00 PM
Readers' Lounge at Central

Are you a graphic novel fan? Are chapter books more…

3:00 PM
Pizza Gardens at Atkinson

Start your very own pizza garden from seed! We'll…

3:00 PM
Pizza Gardens at East

Start your very own pizza garden from seed! We'll…

3:00 PM
Builder's Lab at Villard Square

??Explore a potential love for construction and fabrication using popsicle…

3:30 PM
Entrepreneur-in-Residence Mentoring Sessions at Central

The library's Entrepreneur-in-Residence supports, mentors, and educates new entrepreneurs and…

4:00 PM
You Build It! at Capitol

Beat the heat this summer and enjoy open building time…

Thursday, July 11, 2024

10:00 AM
MHD Strong Baby Resource Table at Bay View

Are you a new parent or have a new baby?…

10:30 AM
Family Story Time at Atkinson

Young children and their caregivers are invited to story time…

10:30 AM
Gentle Chair Yoga at Tippecanoe

This introduction to yoga will focus on low-impact standing and…

10:30 AM
Story Time with Play Group at Bay View

A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

10:30 AM
Family Story Time at Central

Young children and their caregivers are invited to story time…

10:30 AM
Story Time with Play Group at Zablocki

a 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

11:00 AM
Tech-Splanation @ MPL at Center Street

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it!…

11:30 AM
Employ Milwaukee Resource Table at Capitol

Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about…

1:00 PM
Library Card Lanyard and DIY Buttons at Good Hope

Customize an ID tag by painting your own lanyard to…

1:30 PM
Open Maker Time at Mitchell Street

Drop in the MPL's Makerspaces to hang out, mess around,…

2:00 PM
Colorful Paintings Inspired by Alma Thomas at Tippecanoe

Learn the story of Alma Thomas, a painter, teacher and…

2:00 PM
Milwaukee Justice Center Mobile Legal Clinic at Capitol

The Milwaukee Justice Center can help with…

3:00 PM
DIY Zines and Journals at Atkinson

Make, decorate, and start writing and drawing in your own…

3:00 PM
Mini Galaxy Jars at Villard Square

Create a mesmerizing and calming galaxy that you can hold in…

3:00 PM
Beginner's Yoga for Teens at Washington Park

Have you ever been curious about yoga?  This could…

4:30 PM
Small Business Resources 101 at Virtual

Do you have a small business idea? Do you already…

Friday, July 12, 2024

10:30 AM
Story Time at Capitol

Young children and their caregivers are invited to a story…

10:30 AM
Gentle Chair Yoga at Washington Park

This introduction to yoga will focus on low-impact standing and…

11:00 AM
Resume Re-charge at Washington Park

Create a resume that will get the attention of potential…

2:00 PM
Milwaukee Justice Center Mobile Legal Clinic at Mitchell Street

The Milwaukee Justice Center can help with…

4:00 PM
Pizza Gardens at Capitol

Start your very own pizza garden from seed! We'll…

Saturday, July 13, 2024

9:00 AM
Entrepreneur-in-Residence Mentoring Sessions at Central

The library's Entrepreneur-in-Residence supports, mentors, and educates new entrepreneurs and budding…

10:30 AM
Community Helper Story Time at Bay View

Join us at the Bay View Branch for Community Helper…

10:30 AM
Boomwhacker Bonanza at Central

What on earth is a Boomwhacker?! Come find out and…

11:00 AM
Central Library Architectural Tour at Central

Visit Milwaukee Public Library's beautiful Central Library, a popular destination for more…

1:00 PM
DIY Intruments at Capitol

Make your own musical instruments and change from passive listener…

1:30 PM
Green Roof Tour at Central

·         Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof!  Learn about the…

3:00 PM
All Elements Hip Hop with Your Move MKE at Center Street

Join us for an all-in-one hip hop elements session, where…

3:00 PM
Eco-Bags at Mitchell Street

Make an eco-friendly bag to carry your summer reading books!…

Monday, July 15, 2024

12:00 PM
Employ Milwaukee Resource Table at Atkinson

Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about…

1:00 PM
Milwaukee County Aging and Disability Resource Center at Villard Square

Milwaukee County's Aging and Disability Resource Center, ADRC, will be…

1:30 PM
Open Maker Time at Mitchell Street

Drop in the MPL's Makerspaces to hang out, mess around,…

3:00 PM
DIY Zines and Journals at Center Street

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4:00 PM
Phone and Content 101 at Tippecanoe

Learn how best use your phone and the best practices…

4:00 PM
Bike Repair Clinic at Zablocki

Bring your bicycle to select library locations for minor repairs…

4:30 PM
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults at Mitchell Street

Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English.…

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

10:30 AM
Story Time and Play Group at Central

A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

12:00 PM
Employ Milwaukee Resource Table at Mitchell Street

Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about…

12:00 PM
Snack Hack: 2.0 at Mitchell Street

Let's eat! Snack Hack explores the world of food through…

12:00 PM
Tech-Splanation @ MPL at Central

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it!…

12:30 PM
Milwaukee Mobile Crisis Tabling at Tippecanoe

The MKE Mobile Crisis team will have a resource table to…

2:00 PM
You Build It! at Atkinson

Beat the heat this summer and enjoy open building time…

2:00 PM
Sidewalk Chalk at Center St. at Center Street

Get outside and decorate the courtyard at Center…

3:00 PM
Kindness Rocks at Villard Square

Come create a token of kindness to leave in your…

3:00 PM
One Butterfly---Three Countries at Capitol

The Wehr Nature Center will provide a hands on butterfly…

3:00 PM
Clay Creators at Zablocki

Experiment and get your hands dirty with air dry clay…

3:00 PM
Clay Creators at Good Hope

Experiment and get your hands dirty with air dry clay…

3:30 PM
Snack Hack: Kids Kitchen at Mitchell Street

"You are what you eat!" This food literacy program is…

4:30 PM
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults at Mitchell Street

Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English.…

6:15 PM
Family Story Time at Tippecanoe

Young children and their caregiver are invited to a 30-minute…

Wednesday, July 17, 2024

1:00 AM
Book Club for Busy People at Washington Park

Gather people together who read and discuss a book of…

10:00 AM
Stepping Out Walking Club at Washington Park

Take a weekly walk through beautiful Washington Park with a…

10:30 AM
Gentle Chair Yoga at Capitol

This introduction to yoga will focus on low-impact standing and chair-assisted…

10:45 AM
Story Time at Tippecanoe

Young children and their caregivers are invited to a 30-minute…

12:00 PM
Tech-Splanation @ MPL at Bay View

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it!…

12:30 PM
Classic Movie Club at Zablocki

Are you looking for something to do on a Wednesday…

12:30 PM
Green Roof Tour at Central

·        Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof!  Learn about the…

1:30 PM
Open Maker Time at Mitchell Street

Drop in the MPL's Makerspaces to hang out, mess around,…

2:00 PM
You Build It! at Central

Beat the heat this summer and enjoy open building time!…

3:00 PM
Employ Milwaukee Resource Table at Good Hope

Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about…

3:00 PM
Step with Confidence at Atkinson

Join this dynamic program that merges stepping with self-discovery! Local educator…

5:30 PM
Coming to America Book Club at Virtual

This book club approaches American identity as an evolving and ongoing…

Thursday, July 18, 2024

10:30 AM
Family Story Time at Atkinson

Young children and their caregivers are invited to story time…

10:30 AM
Story Time with Play Group at Bay View

A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

10:30 AM
Family Story Time at Central

Young children and their caregivers are invited to story time…

10:30 AM
Story Time with Play Group at Zablocki

a 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

11:00 AM
Employ Milwaukee Resource Table at Washington Park

Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about…

1:30 PM
Open Maker Time at Mitchell Street

Drop in the MPL's Makerspaces to hang out, mess around,…

2:00 PM
Drop-in Nintendo Switch Gaming at Tippecanoe

Drop-in between 1pm - 4pm and enjoy playing games on…

2:30 PM
Career Navigator Job Help at Zablocki

Career Navigators in the Worker Connection Program will host a…

3:00 PM
Clay Creators at Villard Square

Experiment and get your hands dirty with air dry clay…

3:00 PM
Clay Creators at Washington Park

Experiment and get your hands dirty with air dry clay…

Friday, July 19, 2024

10:30 AM
Story Time at Capitol

Young children and their caregivers are invited to a story…

10:30 AM
Gentle Chair Yoga at Zablocki

This introduction to yoga will focus on low-impact standing and…

11:00 AM
Resume Re-charge at Washington Park

Create a resume that will get the attention of potential…

11:30 AM
Employ Milwaukee Resource Table at Zablocki

Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about…

12:00 PM
Safe & Sound at Villard Square

Experiencing nuisance concerns? Want to start a block watch? Worried about…

3:00 PM
Clay Creators at Center Street

Experiment and get your hands dirty with air dry clay…

3:00 PM
Clay Creators at Mitchell Street

Experiment and get your hands dirty with air dry clay…

4:00 PM
Mini Galaxy Jars at Capitol

Create a mesmerizing and calming galaxy that you can hold in…

4:00 PM
Step with Confidence at Bay View

Join this dynamic program that merges stepping with self-discovery! Local educator…

Saturday, July 20, 2024

10:30 AM
Ready? Set? Art! at Central

Ready for a game of artistic musical chairs? How about…

11:00 AM
Central Library Architectural Tour at Central

Visit Milwaukee Public Library's beautiful Central Library, a popular destination for more…

1:30 PM
Green Roof Tour at Central

·         Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof!  Learn about the…

Monday, July 22, 2024

1:00 PM
ESL Drop in Tutoring at Zablocki

Need help learning English?  Have questions about English conversation or…

1:00 PM
Career Navigator Job Help at Center Street

Career Navigators in the Worker Connection Program will host a…

1:30 PM
Open Maker Time at Mitchell Street

Drop in the MPL's Makerspaces to hang out, mess around,…

2:00 PM
Story Cart at Mitchell Street

C21's Mobile Story Cart is designed as a…

2:00 PM
League of Women Voters Resource Table at Mitchell Street

The League of Women Voters will assist qualified voters to…

2:00 PM
Milwaukee County Aging and Disability Resource Center Table at Central

An Outreach Social Worker from the Milwaukee County Aging and Disability…

4:00 PM
Clay Creators at Tippecanoe

Experiment and get your hands dirty with air dry clay…

4:00 PM
Step with Confidence at Central

Join this dynamic program that merges stepping with self-discovery! Local educator…

4:00 PM
Family Book Club at Center Street

Kids going into 2nd and 3rd grades, it's your…

4:00 PM
Cardboard Club at Villard Square

Embark on a Creative Adventure at Cardboard Club! Get ready for…

5:30 PM
Knot Just Knitting at Good Hope

Beginners and Experts welcome! The group meets twice monthly, from…

6:00 PM
Stories in the courtyard at Zablocki

This family 30-minute story time will take place in…

Tuesday, July 23, 2024

10:30 AM
Story Time and Play Group at Central

A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

12:00 PM
Snack Hack: 2.0 at Mitchell Street

Let's eat! Snack Hack explores the world of food through…

12:00 PM
Tech-Splanation @ MPL at Central

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it!…

1:00 PM
Tech-Splanation @ MPL at Tippecanoe

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it!…

1:00 PM
Tech-Splanation @ MPL at Villard Square

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it!…

2:00 PM
Library Card Lanyard and DIY Buttons at Capitol

Customize an ID tag by painting your own lanyard to…

2:00 PM
Sidewalk Chalk at Center St. at Center Street

Get outside and decorate the courtyard at Center…

3:00 PM
Step with Confidence at Good Hope

Join this dynamic program that merges stepping with self-discovery! Local educator…

3:00 PM
Family Game Night at Villard Square

??Join us for a night of board game fun for…

3:30 PM
Snack Hack: Kids Kitchen at Mitchell Street

"You are what you eat!" This food literacy program is…

6:00 PM
Tech-Splanation @ MPL at Center Street

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it!…

6:15 PM
Family Story Time at Tippecanoe

Young children and their caregiver are invited to a 30-minute…

Wednesday, July 24, 2024

10:00 AM
Stepping Out Walking Club at Washington Park

Take a weekly walk through beautiful Washington Park with a…

10:30 AM
Gentle Chair Yoga at Capitol

This introduction to yoga will focus on low-impact standing and chair-assisted…

10:30 AM
Story Time with Playgroup at Villard Square

A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

10:45 AM
Story Time at Tippecanoe

Young children and their caregivers are invited to a 30-minute…

11:00 AM
Employ Milwaukee Resource Table at Center Street

Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about…

12:00 PM
Tech-Splanation @ MPL at Bay View

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it!…

12:30 PM
Discovery Lunches @ Villard Square Library at Villard Square

Inspiration starts here! Discovery Lunches are one-hour programs that let…

12:30 PM
Green Roof Tour at Central

·        Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof!  Learn about the…

1:30 PM
Open Maker Time at Mitchell Street

Drop in the MPL's Makerspaces to hang out, mess around,…

2:00 PM
Readers' Lounge at Central

Are you a graphic novel fan? Are chapter books more…

3:00 PM
Clay Creators at Atkinson

Experiment and get your hands dirty with air dry clay…

3:00 PM
Clay Creators at East

Experiment and get your hands dirty with air dry clay…

3:00 PM
Eco-Bags at Zablocki

Make an eco-friendly bag to carry your summer reading books!…

4:00 PM
You Build It! at Capitol

Beat the heat this summer and enjoy open building time…

Thursday, July 25, 2024

10:30 AM
Family Story Time at Atkinson

Young children and their caregivers are invited to story time…

10:30 AM
Gentle Chair Yoga at Tippecanoe

This introduction to yoga will focus on low-impact standing and…

10:30 AM
Story Time with Play Group at Bay View

A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

10:30 AM
Family Story Time at Central

Young children and their caregivers are invited to story time…

10:30 AM
Story Time with Play Group at Zablocki

a 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

11:00 AM
Employ Milwaukee Resource Table at Washington Park

Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about…

11:00 AM
DIY Instruments at Atkinson

Make your own musical instrument and change from a passive…

1:00 PM
You Build It! at Good Hope

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1:30 PM
Open Maker Time at Mitchell Street

Drop in the MPL's Makerspaces to hang out, mess around,…

2:00 PM
DIY Buttons and Library Card Lanyards at East

Customize an ID tag by painting your own lanyard. Safely stow…

2:00 PM
Clay Pots Inspired by Maria Martinez at Tippecanoe

Learn the story of Maria Martinez, a renowned Tewa artist…

2:00 PM
Milwaukee Justice Center Mobile Legal Clinic at Villard Square

The 

3:00 PM
Step with Confidence at Villard Square

Join this dynamic program that merges stepping with self-discovery! Local educator…

3:00 PM
Phone and Content 101 at Washington Park

Learn how best use your phone and the best practices…

4:00 PM
Anime-nia at Central

Do you have a favorite anime series you can't stop…

Friday, July 26, 2024

10:30 AM
Story Time at Capitol

Young children and their caregivers are invited to a story…

11:00 AM
Resume Re-charge at Washington Park

Create a resume that will get the attention of potential…

12:00 PM
Employ Milwaukee Resource Table at Tippecanoe

Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about…

4:00 PM
Candy Terrariums at Bay View

Create a custom (and edible!) terrarium at the Milwaukee …

4:00 PM
Step with Confidence at Capitol

Join this dynamic program that merges stepping with self-discovery! Local educator…

Saturday, July 27, 2024

10:00 AM
Build-It Saturday! at Tippecanoe

Drop-in anytime between 10am-4pm to enjoy open building time with magnetic…

10:30 AM
Something Great! at Central

Let's do "Something Great" today! We'll read and sing together…

11:00 AM
Central Library Architectural Tour at Central

Visit Milwaukee Public Library's beautiful Central Library, a popular destination for more…

1:30 PM
Green Roof Tour at Central

·         Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof!  Learn about the…

2:00 PM
Clay Creators at Central

Experiment and get your hands dirty with air dry clay…

2:00 PM
Art Book Club at Central

Join us every month in the Art, Music, and Recreation department on…

3:00 PM
Step with Confidence at Center Street

Join this dynamic program that merges stepping with self-discovery! Local educator…

3:00 PM
Mini Galaxy Jars at Mitchell Street

Create a mesmerizing and calming galaxy that you can hold in…

Monday, July 29, 2024

12:00 PM
Employ Milwaukee Resource Table at Villard Square

Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about…

1:00 PM
ESL Drop in Tutoring at Zablocki

Need help learning English?  Have questions about English conversation or…

1:30 PM
Open Maker Time at Mitchell Street

Drop in the MPL's Makerspaces to hang out, mess around,…

2:00 PM
Wisconsin Conservatory of Music presents Meet the Instrument at Central

The Wisconsin Conservatory of Music is visiting the library for…

3:00 PM
Paper Plate Greenhouse at Center Street

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4:00 PM
Bike Repair Clinic at Bay View

Bring your bicycle to select library locations for minor repairs…

4:00 PM
Beginner's Yoga for Teens at Central

Have you ever been curious about yoga? This could…

5:00 PM
Beyond Books: Exploring Archives at Central

Explore some of the Milwaukee Public Library's unique archives and special…

6:00 PM
Small Business Success Story: Fly Nails at Central

Trina Nicole, of Fly Nails LLC, a thriving Black/Latinx-owned nail studio…

Tuesday, July 30, 2024

10:30 AM
Story Time and Play Group at Central

A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

12:00 PM
Snack Hack: 2.0 at Mitchell Street

Let's eat! Snack Hack explores the world of food through…

12:00 PM
Paws to Read at Good Hope

Children practice reading aloud and improve their fluency by sharing…

12:30 PM
Milwaukee Mobile Crisis Tabling at Villard Square

The MKE Mobile Crisis team will have a resource table to…

1:30 PM
Paws to Read at Capitol

Children practice reading aloud and improve their fluency by sharing…

2:00 PM
Sidewalk Chalk at Center St. at Center Street

Get outside and decorate the courtyard at Center…

3:00 PM
Paws to Read at Center Street

Children practice reading aloud and improve their fluency by sharing…

3:00 PM
Eco-Bags at Good Hope

Make an eco-friendly bag to carry your summer reading books!…

3:30 PM
Snack Hack: Kids Kitchen at Mitchell Street

"You are what you eat!" This food literacy program is…

4:00 PM
Wildlife In Your Backyard with David Stokes at Bay View

Calling all nature enthusiasts! Come join presenter David Stokes and…

6:15 PM
Family Story Time at Tippecanoe

Young children and their caregiver are invited to a 30-minute…

Wednesday, July 31, 2024

10:00 AM
Stepping Out Walking Club at Washington Park

Take a weekly walk through beautiful Washington Park with a…

10:30 AM
Gentle Chair Yoga at Capitol

This introduction to yoga will focus on low-impact standing and chair-assisted…

10:30 AM
Story Time with Playgroup at Villard Square

A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

10:45 AM
Story Time at Tippecanoe

Young children and their caregivers are invited to a 30-minute…

11:00 AM
Tech-splanation @ MPL at Zablocki

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it! Do…

12:00 PM
Tech-Splanation @ MPL at Bay View

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it!…

12:30 PM
Green Roof Tour at Central

·        Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof!  Learn about the…

1:30 PM
Open Maker Time at Mitchell Street

Drop in the MPL's Makerspaces to hang out, mess around,…

2:00 PM
You Build It! at Central

Beat the heat this summer and enjoy open building time!…

3:00 PM
Employ Milwaukee Resource Table at Good Hope

Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about…

3:00 PM
Step with Confidence at Atkinson

Join this dynamic program that merges stepping with self-discovery! Local educator…

3:00 PM
Beginner's Yoga for Teens at East

Have you ever been curious about yoga? This could…

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