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
Voter Registration Drive
Still need to register to vote? Wondering how it matters? Washington Park Library teams up with the League of Women Voters to make sure every eligible citizen is registered to vote in the upcoming Presidential Election.
Volunteers will complete voter registration on the spot, and a team from the League of Women Voters will hold an education session on why voting is a vital part of American citizenship at Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Monday, Oct. 10, 5-7 p.m.
Trivia @ Tippecanoe
Join in trivia fun featuring The Marvel Universe at the Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Monday, Oct. 10, 6-7:30 p.m.
Spotlight Exhibit Series
A showcase of exhibits from the Milwaukee Public Library’s Rarities Collection will be on display at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tuesday, October 11, 12-7 p.m. in the Richard E. and Lucile Krug Rare Books Room. Stop in to view the reception room and enjoy a self-guided tour of prints, posters, illuminated manuscripts, and other treasures not normally on display to the public.
Color Your Way to Calm
Color your way to calm at a drop-in coloring club for adults at the East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Tuesday, October 11, 5-7 p.m. Coloring sheets, art supplies and hot tea will be provided.
Human Trafficking in Wisconsin
Rachel Monaco-Wilcox, JD, is an attorney, teacher, mediator, and the chair and assistant professor of the Justice Department at Mount Mary University. She will address the many myths and misconceptions of sex trafficking in Wisconsin and explain what led her to start the LOTUS (Legal Options for Trafficked and Underserved Survivors) legal clinic at M.L. King Library, 310 W. Locust St., Tuesday, Oct. 11, 6-7 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.
Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Tuesday, October 11, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Also Oct. 18, 25.
East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Wednesday, October 12, 6-7:30 p.m. Also Oct. 19, 26.
Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Tuesday, October 11, 6-7 p.m. Also Oct. 18, 25.
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, October 12, 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. Give Your Child a Daily High Five. Learn how to have a major impact on your child’s learning by incorporating five easy and fun things to do daily with your child. This presentation is perfect for parents, grandparents, and caregivers of infants and children through age 7.
Writing to Transform Your Life
Journaling improves memory and sleep, boosts immune cell activity, supports you in achieving your goals, and increases your longevity. In this workshop led by author and life coach Rochelle Melander, learn easy journaling exercises that will help you deal with difficulty, plan your future, and practice gratitude at the Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St., Wednesday, October 12, 6-7 p.m.
Tippecanoe Walking Tour
Join a walking tour of the Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., on Saturday, October 15, 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 Oct. 22, 29.
Eat Green, Save the World: Time to Veg
Plant-based diets are good for the environment, your heart, your weight and your overall health. Join dietetics technician Judy Mayer for a vegetarian food discussion and cooking demonstration at the Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 Sh. Howell Ave., Saturday, October 15, 2-3 p.m. Register online at mpl.org or call 414.286.3011.
ACE: Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
Childhood experiences such as abuse, neglect, and abandonment can have a significant impact on immediate mental and physical health, as well as increase the risk for long-term consequences. Learn about these Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and their relation to brain development at Bay View Library, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Saturday, October 15, 2-3:30 p.m. Presented by ACE interface trainer, Michael Joranger, LCSW. Mr. Joranger has more than 30 years of child welfare experience in a variety of settings.
BOOK DISCUSSION
Book Club for Adults
Join the discussion of It Happened in Wisconsin by Ken Moraff at the Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Wednesday, October 12, 6-7 p.m.
FOR FAMILIES
Harvest Fest Celebration
Enjoy seasonal fun for families including crafts and live entertainment at M.L. King Library, 310 W. Locust St., Monday, October 10, 5:30-6:15 p.m. featuring Urban Line Dancing with Mind, Body & Soul dancers.
ASL Story Time for Children
Presented in cooperation with the UW-Milwaukee Interpreter Training Program. A story time for children ages 3-5 presented by library staff and interpreted in American Sign Language (ASL) at the East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Friday, October 14, 10:30-11 a.m. Hearing children are welcome to attend.
Play & Learn
Imaginative play for families with young children at Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd.,
Saturday, October 15, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Stretching with Storybooks. Stre-e-etch while reading books with
YogaConnects LLC.
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, October 10, 6:30-7 p.m. Come dressed in your coziest PJs and bring a stuffed animal friend. Also Oct. 17, 24, 31.
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, October 13, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 2 and under with a parent or guardian. Also Oct. 20, 27.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Wednesday, October 12, 9:30-11 a.m. For children ages 2 and
under with a parent or guardian. Also Oct. 19, 26.
East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Thursday, October 13, 10-11:30 a.m. For children ages 2 and under with a parent or guardian. Also Oct. 20, 27.
Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Friday, October 14, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 1-4 with a parent or guardian. Also Oct. 21, 28.
Zablocki Library, 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Thursday, October 13, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 1-4
with a parent or guardian. Also Oct. 20, 27.
FOR CHILDREN
LEGO Club
We provide the LEGOs, you provide the creativity! Join other LEGO enthusiasts and see what you can build at: Mill Road Library, 6431 N. 76th St., Tuesday, October 11, 4-5 p.m. Also Oct. 18.
M.L. King Library, 310 W. Locust St., Wednesday, October 12, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Also Oct. 19, 26.
Zablocki Library¸ 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Monday, October 10, 4-5 p.m.
Exploring Your Neighborhood @ Washington Park Library
Learn what makes the Washington Park neighborhood so special at Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Tuesday, October 11, 3:30-5:30 p.m. We’ll have activities, books and crafts, as well as special guests from the Urban Ecology Center in Washington Park. Also Oct. 18.
Truck Studio Art Workshop
A drop-in program designed for children in Grades K5-5. Participants will work on imaginative art activities relevant to a book or artistic theme for the day. Presented by Artists Working in Education, Inc. (A.W.E.).
Capitol Library, 3969 N. 74th St., Wednesday, October 12, 4-5:30 p.m. Also Oct. 19.
Center Street Library, 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Monday, October 10, 4-5:30 p.m. Also Oct. 17, 24, 31.
Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St., Thursday, October 13, 4-5:30 p.m.
Fall Arts and Crafts Fest
Celebrate fall at the M.L. King Library, 310 W. Locust St., Saturday, October 15, 1-4 p.m. with crafts inspired by the season. Supplies and materials will be provided to create art projects you can take home and enjoy throughout the autumn season. Card holders can also check out books from the library for other arts and crafts ideas.
Saturdays at Central
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage – Make Your Own Tortilla at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Saturday, October 15, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Experience the foods, flavors and sounds of Mexico with Mexican cook Margarita Sandoval Skare. See how tortilla dough is prepared, roll the dough and place it on a griddle for cooking. The tortillas will be filled with cheese for a delicious quesadilla appetizer. Registration is required; register online at www.mpl.org or call 414.286.3011.
Saturday Afternoon at Central for ‘Tweens
Chess Club at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Saturday, October 15, 5-7 p.m. Open-play chess for all levels. One-on-one instruction provided 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., No Story Time Oct. 13. Story time resumes Thursday, October 20, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Oct. 27.
Bay View Library, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., No Story Time Oct. 13. Story time resumes Thursday, October 20, 10:30-11 a.m. Also Oct. 27.
Capitol Library, 3969 N. 74th St., No Story Time Oct. 13. Story time resumes Thursday, October 20, 10:30-11 a.m. Also Oct. 27.
Center Street Library, 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., No Story Time Oct. 13. Story time resumes Thursday,
October 20, 10:30-11 a.m. Also Oct. 27.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tuesday, October 11, 10:30-11 a.m. Also Oct. 18, 25.
Forest Home Library, 1432 W. Forest Home Ave., No Story Time Oct. 13. Story time resumes Thursday,
October 20, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Oct. 27.
M.L. King Library, 310 W. Locust St., Friday, October 14, 10-10:30 a.m. Also Oct. 21, 28.
Mill Road Library, 6431 N. 76th St., No Story Time Oct. 13. Story time resumes Thursday, October 20, 10:30
11:15 a.m. Also Oct. 27.
Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St., Friday, October 14, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Oct. 21, 28.
Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., No Story Time Oct. 13. Story time resumes Thursday,
October 20, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Oct. 27.
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.
