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.
LIBRARY LOUD DAYS SPECIAL EVENT
Haunted Central
On Sunday, October 23, 1-5 p.m. at the Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., we’re turning the library into one giant haunted house for all ages. There will be “haunted-themed” activities throughout. And of course, the main attraction, the truly haunted part, is an actual part of the library no one ever sets foot in. And for good reason. We call it, the Forbidden Fourth Floor. Enter, if you dare!
EVENTS
Spotlight Exhibit Series
The Spotlight Exhibit Series will showcase rotating exhibits from the Milwaukee Public Library’s Rarities Collection at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tuesday, October 25, 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.
Book to Art Club
Engage with popular literature in a hands-on, imaginative way at the East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Tuesday, October 25, 6-7 p.m. Each month the Book to Art Club will read a selected novel then work on an art project inspired by the story. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Please register online or by calling Ready Reference at 286-3011. Registration will open the day of the previous month’s program.
Meet the Author: Chad Lewis
Join author Chad Lewis for a look into some of the haunting mysteries documented throughout Wisconsin at Bay View Library, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Tuesday, October 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Lewis is the author of Wisconsin Road Guide to Haunted Locations, Hidden Headlines of Wisconsin, and Wisconsin Road Guide to Mysterious Creatures.
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 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Wednesday, October 26, 6-7:30 p.m.
Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Tuesday, October 25, 6-7 p.m.
Chess Club
Bring your chess set and love of strategy to a drop-in chess club at the East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St.,
Wednesday, October 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Meet new chess enthusiasts while improving your strategy.
Tippecanoe Walking Tour
Join a walking tour of the Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., on Saturday, October 29, 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.
What You Can Do About Climate Change
Citizens Climate Lobby inspires its membership through three precepts: Focus on a single legislative proposal, support and enthusiasm for volunteers, and a culture of respect and bi-partisanship. CCL Milwaukee chapter volunteers will talk about how to build political will for a livable world at the Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Saturday, October 29, 1-2:30 p.m.
Skeins of Milwaukee
Bring your needles and/or hooks, your yarn and your enthusiasm to share and learn with others who knit and crochet at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Saturday, October 29, 1:30-3:30 p.m. in Mozart’s Grove. There is free 2-hr. street parking on Saturdays.
BOOK DISCUSSIONS
History Buff Book Club
Join the discussion of Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi at the Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Thursday, October 27, 5-7 p.m.
FOR TEENS
Pizza, Popcorn & Professionals: Careers in the Music Industry
Meet professionals in the wide-ranging music industry and find out what it takes to break into the field at Atkinson Library, 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., Monday, October 24, 6-7:15 p.m. Enjoy pizza and popcorn, too! For teens ages 13-18.
College Application Lab
Need some help applying to college? Whether you’re just starting to think about college or you already have a draft in progress, the Milwaukee Public Library is here to help at Atkinson Library, 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., Tuesday, October 25, 6-7:15 p.m. During our College Application Labs, we’ll have current undergraduate students from local universities on hand to offer you personalized assistance, no matter how far along you are in the process of applying to college. For teens ages 13-18.
FOR FAMILIES
Harvest Fest Celebration
Enjoy seasonal fun for families including crafts and live entertainment at Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Tuesday, October 25, 6-6:45 p.m. featuring the music of Fox and Branch.
Halloween Happenings @ Your Neighborhood Library
Goosebumps Campfire Stories
Love to read and tell scary stories? Share your favorite story or take turns reading from a selection of library Books at Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Monday, October 24, 4:30-5:30 p.m. We’ll also have creepy crafts to keep you busy…come if you dare!
Halloween Spooktacular Presented by Mad Science.
See spectacular chemical reactions, fantastic forces, bubbling potions and more at:
Capitol Library, 3969 N. 74th St., Wednesday, October 26, 5-5:45 p.m.
Mill Road Library, 6431 N. 76th St., Tuesday, October 25, 5-5:45 p.m.
Celebrate Roald Dahl’s 100th Birthday: The Witches
Celebrate Roald Dahl’s 100th birthday by watching the book-to-movie classic The Witches just in time for Halloween at Forest Home Library, 1432 W. Forest Home Ave., Wednesday, October 26, 6-7:30 p.m.
Trick or Treat @ The Library
Celebrate Halloween at the library with a spooky story, craft, games and snacks at the Villard Square Branch,
5190 N. 35th St., Saturday, October 29, 1-2 p.m. Costumes are encouraged.
Play & Learn
Imaginative play for families with young children at Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd.,
Saturday, October 29, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Bakery Shop. Put on your apron, roll up your sleeves and preheat the oven. Take turns being the baker, the server and the customer at the pretend bakery.
Ballet Story Time
Staff from the Milwaukee Ballet will share stories and demonstrate ballet positions in this special story time at
Capitol Library, 3969 N. 74th St., Thursday, October 27, 10-10:30 a.m.
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 17, 6:30-7 p.m. Come dressed in your coziest PJs and bring a stuffed animal friend. Also Oct. 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 27, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 2 and under with a parent or guardian.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Wednesday, October 26, 9:30-11 a.m. For children ages 2 and
under with a parent or guardian.
East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Thursday, October 27, 10-11:30 a.m. For children ages 2 and under with a parent or guardian.
Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Friday, October 28, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 1-4 with a parent or guardian.
Zablocki Library, 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Thursday, October 27, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 1-4
with a parent or guardian. (Continued)
FOR CHILDREN
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.).
Center Street Library, 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Monday, October 24, 4-5:30 p.m. Also Oct. 31.
Mill Road Library, 6431 N. 76th St., Thursday, October 27, 4-5:30 p.m.
LEGO Club
We provide the LEGOs, you provide the creativity! Join other LEGO enthusiasts and see what you can build at
M.L. King Library, 310 W. Locust St., Wednesday, October 26, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Saturday, October 29, 2-3 p.m.
Exploratorium
Explore STEM concepts with this fun and educational series of afterschool programs emphasizing creativity and hands-on learning at the East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Thursday, October 27, 3:30-4:30 p.m. For ages 8-12.
Saturdays at Central
Halloween Story Time and Parade at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Saturday, October 29, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Come in costume for a not-so-spooky Halloween story time and parade through the children’s room.
Saturday Afternoon at Central for ‘Tweens
LEGO Club at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Saturday, October 29, 2-3 p.m. We provide the LEGOs and you provide the imagination! Join other LEGO enthusiasts for an afternoon of building. What will you create?
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, October 27, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Bay View Library, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Thursday, October 27, 10:30-11 a.m.
Capitol Library, 3969 N. 74th St., Thursday, October 27, 10:30-11 a.m.
Center Street Library, 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Thursday, October 27, 10:30-11 a.m.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tuesday, October 25, 10:30-11 a.m.
Forest Home Library, 1432 W. Forest Home Ave., Thursday, October 27, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
M.L. King Library, 310 W. Locust St., Friday, October 28, 10-10:30 a.m.
Mill Road Library, 6431 N. 76th St., Thursday, October 27, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St., Friday, October 28, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Washington Park Library, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Thursday, October 27, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
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.
