Tour Historic Central Library
Tour the Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., with the Friends. Free tours begin at 11 a.m. each Saturday afternoon in the rotunda. Tour goers receive a coupon for a free book at the end of the tour in the Bookseller Store and Café. To arrange for a special tour call (414) 286-TOUR.
EVENTS
Florentine Opera Company Sister Carrie Book Club
In anticipation of the world premiere of a new American opera, Sister Carrie, join the Florentine Opera
Company in an exploration of the groundbreaking Theodore Dreiser novel of the same name at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Monday, August 15, 6-7 p.m. Sister Carrie follows Carrie Meeber, a young woman from rural Wisconsin on the eve of the 20th century as she migrates to the big city and ultimately becomes a Broadway star. Sessions include visits from Florentine Opera Company guests and exclusive previews from the opera! Please register in advance. Also Aug. 22, 29.
Treasures of the Great Lakes Marine Collection
Learn about a different aspect of the Milwaukee Public Library’s Great Lakes Marine Collection at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tuesday, August 16, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the second floor Krikelas Room. Of special interest to divers and genealogists, the program is free and open to anyone interested in learning more about Great Lakes history.
MLK Fiber Arts Social
Bring your knitting, crocheting, beading, or other needlework project and join others at the Martin Luther King Library, 310 W. Locust St., Tuesday, August 16, 5:30-7 p.m. while you work on your project. This is a great opportunity to meet new people and to share and learn new skills.
Black Cinema Film Series
In collaboration with Blk-Art, History & Culture, the Atkinson Library, 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., will present award-winning documentaries highlighting African American history and achievement. Screenings will be presented with discussion sessions and are free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.
Tuesday, August 16, 6-7:30 p.m. Color Adjustment (1992). Directed by Marlon Riggs. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
An analysis of the portrayal of African-Americans on American television from 1948-1988. Behind the scenes stories from actors such as Diahann Carroll, Tim Reid and Ester Rolle highlight the issues discussed.
BYOD – Bring Your Own Device
Learn how to set up your iPad, Kindle, Nook or tablet to download free eBooks, audiobooks and magazines available to you as a Milwaukee Public Library card holder. Please bring your Milwaukee Public Library card and all passwords.
Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Tuesday, August 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Also Aug. 23, 30.
East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Wednesday, August 17, 6-7:30 p.m. Also Aug. 24, 31.
Researching Your Family Tree
Start investigating your family history at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Thursday, August 18, 12-1 p.m. A Humanities librarian will offer a brief introduction to library resources available for beginning
genealogists.
ASK: Mental Health Help
What do you know about mental health? Are you or a loved one feeling hopeless or overwhelmed?
ASK: Access, Support and Knowledge is a free series on mental health help that will present information on signs and symptoms, advocacy, and where to turn for help in facing issues involving mental illness at the Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St., Saturday, August 20, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Unexpected Artistry: Textiles From the WPA Handicraft Program
One of the most successful Depression Era work programs in the country, the WPA Milwaukee Handicraft Project became famous for its integrated workforce, unique design and craftsmanship. Honorary Curator for the Milwaukee Public Museum Jacqueline Schweitzer will present the history of the project and showcase fabrics from the library’s collection at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Saturday, August 20, 2-4 p.m. in the Richard E. and Lucile Krug Rare Books Room. Part of the Richard E. and Lucile Krug Rare Books Room Education Series.
BOOK DISCUSSIONS
East Branch Book Club
Join the discussion of Remarkable Creatures by Tracy Chevalier at the East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St.,
Tuesday, August 16, 7-8 p.m.
Bay View Book Club for Adults
Join the discussion of The Boston Girl by Anita Diamant at Bay View Library, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave.,
Wednesday, August 17, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
FOR FAMILIES
Schiltz Audubon Nature Center: Reptiles & Amphibians
Get a hands-on look at the snakes, turtles, lizards, frogs and salamanders of Wisconsin at Zablocki Library, 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Monday, August 15, 2-3 p.m. Learn about the many adaptations, structural and behavioral, that these creatures have made.
Bay View Family Book Club
This summer’s selection is The Book Scavenger by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman. The Book Scavenger is a book for book lovers, puzzle lovers, and treasure hunters. In fact, to get you into the treasure hunting mood, we will hide copies of the book around the Bay View area, starting in June. We will give hints each week to where they might be. The hints will be published each week on the Milwaukee Public Library website (MPL.org -on the “Your Branch @ MPL” blog) and on the official Book Scavenger website (bookscavenger.com). So search for your own copy or check one out from the library and take part in a book discussion and activities based on the book at Bay View Library, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Monday, August 15, 6-7 p.m.
Tar Beach Beach Party
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Caldecott Honor Book Tar Beach by Faith Ringgold by attending a beach party. Show off your creativity by making “sand” castles, playing beach-themed games and enjoying beach snacks at:
Mill Road Library, 6431 N. 76th St., Tuesday, August 16, 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Capitol Library, 3969 N. 74th St., Tuesday, August 16, 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Play and Learn
PRESENTED IN SPANISH. Families with children ages 5 and younger are invited to a fun-filled hands-on interactive hour of stories and play activities at Zablocki Library, 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Wednesday, August 17, 6-7 p.m. Down on the Farm. Let’s all work the farm together because “many hands make light work.” We’ll pretend to plant, care for, and harvest our produce, then sell our wares to our customers.
Play & Learn
Imaginative play for families with young children at Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd.,
Saturday, August 20, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Puppets, Stories, and Fun with Kathy Luck. Storyteller Kathy Luck presents a lively program of silly stories and songs with her crazy puppet friends.
Pajama Story Time
Families with young children are invited to have fun sharing stories, songs and rhymes designed to develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading at the East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Monday, August 15, 6:30-7 p.m. Come dressed in your coziest PJs and bring a stuffed animal friend. Also August 22, 29.
Playgroup With Stories
A 20-minute story time for children and their parents or guardian is followed by open play time with a variety of age-appropriate, educational toys.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Wednesday, August 17, 9:30-11 a.m. For children ages 2 and under with a parent or guardian. Also Aug. 24, 31.
East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Thursday, August 18, 10-11:30 a.m. For children ages 2 and under with a parent or guardian. Also Aug. 25.
Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Friday, August 19, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 1-4 with a parent or guardian. Also Aug. 26.
Zablocki Library, 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Thursday, August 18, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 1-4
with a parent or guardian. Also Aug. 25.
FOR CHILDREN
Back-to-School Games Night
Relax before school starts by trying your hand at a variety of video and board games at the East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Wednesday, August 17, 5-7 p.m.
Back-to-School
Getting ready for school? Have fun playing board games and playing bingo to win cool back-to-school prizes at M.L. King Library, 310 W. Locust St., Wednesday, August 15, 2-3 p.m.
Saturdays at Central
Get Creative with Eric Carle at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Saturday, August 20, 10:30 a.m. Listen to stories by Eric Carle and create a mixed-media collage based on his work.
Saturday Afternoons at Central for ‘Tweens
Chess Club at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Saturday, August 20, 1-2:30 p.m. Open play chess for all levels. One-on-one instruction on a first-come, first-served basis.
Preschool Story Time
Preschoolers are invited for fun stories, songs, and finger plays designed to help them develop important
literacy skills needed prior to learning how to read. Child care centers are welcome.
Atkinson Library, 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., Thursday, August 18, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Aug. 25.
Bay View Library, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Thursday, August 18, 10:30-11 a.m. Also Aug. 25.
Capitol Library, 3969 N. 74th St., Thursday, August 18, 10:30-11 a.m. Also Aug. 25.
Center Street Library, 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Thursday, August 18, 10:30-11 a.m. Also Aug. 25.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tuesday, August 16, 10:30-11 a.m. Also Aug. 23, 30.
Forest Home Library, 1432 W. Forest Home Ave., Thursday, August 18, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Aug. 25.
M.L. King Library, 310 W. Locust St., Friday, August 19, 10-10:30 a.m. Also Aug. 26.
Mill Road Library, 6431 N. 76th St., Thursday, August 18, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Aug. 25.
Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St., Friday, August 19, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Aug. 26.
Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Thursday, August 18, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Aug. 25.
Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities. For additional information or to request services contact the Library Director’s Office at (414) 286-3021, 286-2794 (FAX), or mail to Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53233 Attn: Accommodation Request.
BOOKSELLER and COFFEE SHOP
Visit the Bookseller, the library’s used book store, located at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., and
R Café, the library’s coffee shop. Call 286.2142 for hours of service.
