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
Lunch and Learn
Enjoy lunch on us and discover something new over your lunch hour that will assist in making you a great parent at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Wednesday, September 7, 12:15-1 p.m. We’ll provide Cousins Subs, chips and water. Doors open at noon. Lunch will be available starting at noon. Registration is required; call 414.286.3011. Seating is limited. Back to School. Learn tips to use at home to help start the school year off on the right foot. Find out about resources the library has to help your child get the most out of homework.
Tippecanoe Walking Tour
Join a walking tour of the Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Saturday, September 10, 12- 1 p.m. Learn about its fresh sustainable features and take in new spaces like the Secret Garden, rain garden and bioswales. Ask questions, learn fun facts and enjoy a leisurely stroll through this neighborhood landmark. Also Sept. 17, 24.
Grandparents Day
An intergenerational celebration featuring puzzles, crafts, therapy animals (12-1 pm) and a tea (2-3 pm) at the Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Saturday, September 10, 12-3 p.m.
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.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Saturday, September 10, 2-3:30 p.m.
Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Tuesday, September 6, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Also Sept. 13, 20, 27.
East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Wednesday, September 7, 6-7:30 p.m. Also Sept. 14, 21, 28.
Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Tuesday, September 6, 6-7 p.m. Also Sept. 13, 20, 27.
BOOK DISCUSSION
Zablocki Book Club for Adults
Join the discussion of Tears of the Giraffe by Alexander McCall Smith at Zablocki Library¸3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Wednesday, September 7, 1-2 p.m.
FOR FAMILIES
Ballet Story Time Featuring The Nutcracker
Join the Milwaukee Ballet for a special Nutcracker story time. Dancers will read the story of the Nutcracker and show costumes from the ballet at:
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tuesday, September 6, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St., Friday, September 9, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Thursday, September 8, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Mill Road Library, 6431 N. 76th St., Thursday, September 8, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Play & Learn
Imaginative play for families with young children at Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd.,
Saturday, September 10, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Colors and Shapes on the Farm. Everyone loves singing and dancing, but when you add a splash of color and a farmyard of fun it gets even better!
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.
Capitol Library, 3969 N. 74th St., Thursday, September 8, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 2 and under with a parent or guardian. Also Sept. 15, 22, 29.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Wednesday, September 7, 9:30-11 a.m. For children ages 2 and undernwith a parent or guardian. Also Sept. 14, 21, 28.
East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Thursday, September 8, 10-11:30 a.m. For children ages 2 and under with a parent or guardian. Also Sept. 15, 22, 29.
Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Friday, September 9, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 1-4 with a parent or guardian. Also Sept. 16, 23, 30.
Zablocki Library, 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Thursday, September 8, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 1-4 with a parent or guardian. Also Sept. 15, 22, 29.
FOR CHILDREN
Dream Keepers Writing Circle
Calling all young writers ages 9-13. Work on your writing project and share it with other young writers at Capitol Library, 3969 N. 74th St., Tuesday, September 6, 4-5:30 p.m. Students will spend the first part of the session writing, with writing prompts and encouragement from author and writing coach Rochelle Melander. During the second half of the session, students will share these stories with each other, learning how to listen for key story elements and give helpful feedback. Also Sept. 20.
Cooking with Kids
Interested in cooking? Find out firsthand what cooking is all about at Mill Road Library, 6431 N. 76th St., Tuesday, September 6, 4-5 p.m. Discover kid-friendly recipes, learn about nutrition and try out a bunch of new foods. Also Sept. 13, 20.
Monster High Back-to-School Party
Celebrate the start of the school year with your favorite Monster High characters at Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Tuesday, September 6, 5-6 p.m. We’ll have snacks, crafts and games. You may even go home with an exciting prize to help you get ready for the school year.
LEGO Club
We provide the LEGOs, you provide the creativity! Join other LEGO enthusiasts and see what you can build at Capitol Library, 3969 N. 74th St., Wednesday, September 7, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Bring your imagination, we’ll bring the bricks. Also Sept. 14, 21.
Saturdays at Central
Musical Story Time at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Saturday, September 10, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Join us for stories and interactive musical play! We will explore instruments, sing, dance, and read together to the beat of our own drums.
Saturday Afternoon at Central for ‘Tweens
Cooking with Kids. Interested in cooking? Find out firsthand what cooking is all about at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Saturday, September 10, 2-3 p.m. Discover kid-friendly recipes, learn about nutrition and try out a bunch of new foods.
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, September 8, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Sept. 15, 22, 29.
Bay View Library, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Thursday, September 8, 10:30-11 a.m. Also Sept. 15, 22, 29.
Capitol Library, 3969 N. 74th St., Thursday, September 8, 10:30-11 a.m. Also Sept. 15, 22, 29.
Center Street Library, 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Thursday, September 8, 10:30-11 a.m. Also Sept. 15, 22, 29.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tuesday, September 6, 10:30-11 a.m. Also Sept. 13, 20, 27.
Forest Home Library, 1432 W. Forest Home Ave., Thursday, September 8, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Sept. 15,
29. No story time Sept. 22
M.L. King Library, 310 W. Locust St., Friday, September 9, 10-10:30 a.m. Also Sept. 16, 23, 30.
Mill Road Library, 6431 N. 76th St., Thursday, September 8, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Sept. 15, 22. No story
time Sept. 29.
Tippecanoe Library, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Friday, September 9, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Also Sept. 16, 23, 30.
Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St., Friday, September 9, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Sept. 16, 23, 30.
Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Thursday, September 8, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Sept. 15, 22, 29.
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.
