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.
SPECIAL EVENT
All Milwaukee Public Libraries EXCEPT the Martin Luther King Branch will be closed Monday,
January 15 for Martin Luther King Day.
Martin Luther King Day Celebration
The Martin Luther King Branch, 310 W. Locust St., is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, January 15 in celebration of Martin Luther King Day. Entertainment and activities for the whole family including crafts, music, poetry, trivia, and live performances will be featured throughout the day. Enjoy a morning of hands-on activities and stay for an afternoon of live entertainment!
EVENTS
Treasures of the Great Lakes Marine Collection
Learn about a different aspect of the Milwaukee Public Library’s Great Lakes Marine Collection at the Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tuesday, January 16, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Of special interest to divers and genealogists, the program is free and open to anyone interested in learning more about Great Lakes history.
Winter Cookie Making
Warm up by baking! Learn how to make a simple cookie recipe in the Makerspace Community Kitchen at the Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Tuesday, January 16, 4-5 p.m.
Positive Parenting: Drop-in Parent Coaching Sessions
If you have a child/children ages 2-12 and are looking for support on a specific issue or parenting challenge, attend a Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) coaching session at the Washington Park Branch, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Wednesday, January 17, 3-6 p.m. You and your coach will develop an individualized parenting plan that includes practical strategies to help you and your family succeed. To secure your time call ahead: Parent Helpline, 414/671-0566. Walk-ins welcome. Presented by The Parenting Network. Also Jan. 24, 31.
Tai Chi/Qigong with Angela Laughingheart
Try the soft-moving sequences of Tai Chi and Qigong for an immune system-boosting experience at the East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Wednesday, January 17, 5-7 p.m. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat if you have one.
Researching Your Family Tree
Start investigating your family history at the Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Thursday, January 18, 12-1 p.m. in the second floor Krikelas Room. A Humanities librarian will offer a brief introduction to library resources available for beginning genealogists.
Fiber Arts Group
Gather to knit or crochet with help from a volunteer at the M.L. King Branch, 310 W. Locust St., Thursday, January 18, 12-3 p.m. Great for beginners who want to learn a new skill and for those with experience who want to meet other fiber arts enthusiasts. Also Jan. 25.
Milwaukee 53206 Film Screening
Join us in this opportunity to view and discuss the film documentary Milwaukee 53206 at the Atkinson Branch, 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., Thursday, January 18, 4-5:30 p.m. In the 53206 zip code in Milwaukee, 62% of adult men have spent time in jail or prison – the highest percentage of incarceration for a zip code in the United States. Milwaukee 53206 documents the story of three families caught in this destructive cycle of incarceration. Seating is limited; please register online at www.mpl.org or call 414.286.3011.
Citizenship Classes
Free citizenship classes presented by Voces de la Frontera at the Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W. Historic
Mitchell St., Saturday, January 20, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Registration required. To be added to the wait list call Voces de la Frontera: 414-643-1620. Also Jan. 27.
BOOK DISCUSSION
East Branch Book Club
Join the discussion of American Gods by Neil Gaiman at the East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Tuesday,
January 16, 7-8 p.m.
Bay View Book Club for Adults
Join the discussion of Hidden Figures: The American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women
Mathematicians who Helped Win the Space Race by Margot Lee Shetterly at the Bay View Branch, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Wednesday, January 17, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
FOR FAMILIES
Play and Learn: Dinosaur Dig
PRESENTED IN SPANISH. Imaginative play for families with young children at the Zablocki Branch, 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Wednesday, January 17, 6- 7 p.m. Learn about dinosaurs and paleontologists through stories and play.
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 Branch, 3969 N. 74th St., Thursday, January 18, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 2 and under with a parent or guardian. Also Jan. 25.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Wednesday, January 17, 9:30-11 a.m. For children ages 2 and under with a parent or guardian. Also Jan. 24, 31.
East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St. Thursday, January 18, 10-11:30 a.m. For children ages 2 and under with a parent or guardian. Also Jan. 25.
Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Thursday, January 18, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 1-4 with a parent or guardian. Also Jan. 25.
Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Thursday, January 18, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 1 to 4 with a parent or guardian. Also Jan. 25.
Villard Square Branch, 51990 N. 35th St., Thursday, January 18, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 1 to 4 with a parent or guardian. Also Jan. 25.
Zablocki Branch, 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Thursday, January 18, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 1 to 4 with a parent or guardian. Also Jan. 25.
FOR CHILDREN
Dream Keepers Writing Circle
Calling all young writers (ages 9-13)! Use this opportunity to work on your writing project and share it with other young writers at the Capitol Branch, 3969 N. 74th St., Tuesday, January 16, 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.
Kids’ Comic Book Club
Do you like reading or drawing comics? Whether you’re a fan of superheroes or Smile, join us for snacks,
reading recommendations, and a fun comics-based project at the Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Tuesday, January 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Bring a favorite comic or graphic novel to share.
Make Your Own Bracelet
Create a cool bead bracelet for yourself and a friend at the Bay View Branch, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave.,
Thursday, January 18, 4-5 p.m.
Build with LEGO Bricks
Get the creativity flowing using LEGO bricks. Join others and see what you can create together. This
activity helps to develop 21st century skills such as problem-solving and collaboration.
Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St., Thursday, January 18, 4-5 p.m.
Saturdays at Central
Jim Thompson: Peanut of Blind Faith Farm at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Saturday, January 20, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Hear the true story about Peanut, a lamb born with a visual impairment. Written by a Wisconsin children’s author.
Saturday Afternoons at Central for ‘Tweens
Optical Illusions at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Saturday, January 20, 2-3 p.m. Optical illusions teach us how our eyes and brain work together to see. Create a few of your own to test your friends.
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 Branch, 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., Thursday, January 18, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Jan. 25.
Bay View Branch, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Thursday, January 18, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Jan. 25.
Capitol Branch, 3969 N. 74th St., Thursday, January 18, 10-10:30 a.m. Also Jan. 25.
Center Street, 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Library closed Jan.15. Story time returns Monday, January 22, 4:45 p.m. Also Jan. 29.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tuesday, January 16, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Jan. 23, 30.
Martin Luther King Branch, 310 W. Locust St., Thursday, January 18, 10-10:30 a.m. Also Jan. 25.
Washington Park Branch, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Thursday, January 18, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Jan. 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.