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
The Science of Marvel
In celebration of the new Captain Marvel and the upcoming Avengers: Endgame film, 88Nine Labs presented by Northwestern Mutual and Milwaukee Public Library is proud to present “The Science of Marvel: Kyle Hill on the Science of Superheroes” on Wednesday, April 3, 6-8 p.m. in Centennial Hall, 733 N. Eighth St. Have you ever wonder how Captain Marvel can survive in space, or understand the thermodynamics of SpiderMan? Come see Marquette alum, Nerdist.com Science Editor and ‘Because Science’ host Kyle Hill use realworld math and science concepts to solve, measure, and make sense of some of your favorite Marvel comic and movie superheroes.
CONTESTS
Field Work MKE Presents: 2019 Youth Poetry Contest
How do you see yourself in the natural world? Answer the question through poetry with help from the Milwaukee Public Library and the Milwaukee Public Museum. Milwaukee youth ages 7-18 are encouraged to submit an original poem to this year’s Poetry Contest online at mpl.org/poetrycontest from March 1-April 15. Prizes will be awarded to the top three in each age category: 7-9, 10-12, 13-15 and 16-18. Winners in each category will also receive two free admission passes to the museum.
Peeps® Diorama Contest
Create your own book-themed Peeps® diorama to display at the library. See if your diorama gets the most votes. You may drop off your diorama at Villard Square between April 1 and April 20 to be entered into the contest. The winning diorama will receive a prize. A limited amount of shoe boxes will be available for use. An entry form must be filled out to compete in the contest. Pick up the form at Villard Square before Saturday, April 20.
Drop-In Peeps® Diorama Workshop
Work on your diorama for the Peeps Diorama Contest at the Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St., Saturday, April 6, 1-3 p.m. A variety of supplies will be available for you to create your very own unique book-based scene. A limited supply of shoe boxes will also be available. Peeps provided.
EXHIBIT
ON DISPLAY at Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave.
The Lands We Share – March 23-April 5, first floor
The Lands We Share traveling exhibit, an initiative of the Wisconsin Farms Oral History Project, focuses on the intersection of farming and cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity in Wisconsin. The exhibit features the stories of five diverse farm sites in Wisconsin including the Oneida Nation, the rural town of Allenville near Oshkosh, a Hmong-owned farm in Jefferson County, a dairy farm in Johnson Creek, and an urban garden in a predominantly African American neighborhood in Milwaukee. On display are photos, documents, and, in particular, a rich array of oral histories.
MONEY SMART WEEK
Home Buying Workshop
Whether you’re just starting out or ready to close, our homebuyer workshop offers everything you need to know as you prepare to buy a home. Our workshop helps you to understand your costs up front, determine a price range that’s comfortable for you, find out how a real estate agent can help you, learn how your credit score can impact your loan, and organize paperwork for a smoother loan process. Presented by Chase. Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Monday, April 1, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Understanding the Stock Market
This program will include basic investing information including a description of what a public company is, what stocks are, why and how to invest, and the different kinds of investments one might choose. Presented by BetterInvesting Wisconsin Chapter.
Capitol Branch, 3969 N. 74th St., Monday, April 1, 6-7:30 p.m.
Washington Park Branch, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Friday, April 5, 4-5:30 p.m.
Story Time
This story time will devoted to developing financial literacy and will include a free picture book for each child donated by Ally Bank while supplies last. For families.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tuesday, April 2, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Dealing with Debt
Are you stuck making minimum monthly payments on your credit cards with no end in sight? We will teach you how to create a plan to become debt free and discuss when it’s time to call an expert. Presented by WWBIC.
Capitol Branch, 3969 N. 74th St., Tuesday, April 2, 6-7 p.m.
Get Your Money Right With Secure Futures
Join us for a series of fun, hands-on workshops to learn more about the ins and outs of banking, credit scores, investing, savings options, and more. Find out how to avoid today’s worst money scams. Hear from professionals and other teens. Refreshments will be served. Program produced in partnership with Secure Futures. For ages 13-18.
Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Tuesday, April 2, 6-7:30 p.m.
FDIC Credit Crash Course
Your credit history can affect your access to credit, loans, jobs, housing, insurance, and other important services. A representative from CIBC Bank can help you understand your rights and can give you tips on how to protect your credit history. Presented by CIBC.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Wednesday, April 3, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Financing Your Small Business
Are you in need of financing for your small business? A representative from CIBC Bank will share information and resources on how to secure funding to meet your business goals. Presented by CIBC. Martin Luther King Branch, 310 W. Locust St., Wednesday, April 3, 2-3:30 p.m.
Get Your Free Credit Report Now!
Want your free annual credit report but don’t know how to get it? Stop by the Computer Lab at Central Library and we will assist you in accessing and printing your report for free. CIBC will provide assistance on how to read your credit report and information on how to file disputes if necessary. CIBC will share what is impacting your credit and how you can help improve it. The CIBC consultations will be provided first come, first served during the program time.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Thursday, April 4, 1-2 p.m.
Starting an Investment Club
Why do people want to be part of an investment club? How do you find other potential members? What are the steps and things to consider when forming your club? Presented by BetterInvesting Wisconsin Chapter. Zablocki Branch, 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Thursday, April 4, 4-5:30 p.m.
PROGRAMS
Fiber Arts with Friends
Bring your yarn and needles or crochet hook to Tippecanoe the first Monday of the month, March through June. Share your latest project or start something new at the Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Monday, April 1, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tea and coffee will be provided while supplies last.
Discovery Lunch
Inspiration starts here with a one-hour program that lets you explore and connect with fellow learners at the Capitol Branch, 3969 N. 74th St., Tuesday, April 2, 12:30-1:30 p.m. A light lunch is provided. Becoming a Herbalist: Deepen your understanding of the plant kingdom and herbs to improve your health and wellness.
BYOD: Bring Your Own Device
Learn how to download eBooks, magazines, and music to your device by making an appointment with a librarian. The appointment can over Overdrive, RBDigital, Hoopla, or Freegal Music. Appointments are available between 6-7:30 p.m. at the East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Wednesday, April 3. Sign up by 2 p.m. on Wednesday in person or over the phone. Also Apr. 10, 17, 24.
Crosswords, Coloring & Contemplation
Perk up your afternoon by working on a crossword puzzle, a coloring sheet, or your own creative, contemplative project at the East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Wednesday, April 3, 12-1:30 p.m. Hot beverages, crosswords, and coloring supplies provided by the library, while supplies last.
Visual Journals and Narrative Stories with Artist-in-Residence Celeste Contreras
The 2019 Gathering Art, Stories and Place artist residency in collaboration with Artists Working in Education will begin with workshops focusing on books. Together we will explore codexes, zines, artist journals, artist books, traditional books and non-traditional books at the Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Wednesday, April 3, 3:30-6:30 p.m. Each participant will be able to create a book in numerous forms, as well as learn and interact with artists, art books and art forms. Resources will be provided for participants. Learn more about the project at mpl.org/gasp Also Apr. 10, 17, 24.
Movies at Mitchell Street
Join us at Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., for free movies twice monthly throughout the year. Featuring: The Old Man and the Gun (PG-13)(2018) on Wednesday, April 3, 5-7 p.m.
Last Piece Puzzle Club
Enjoy quality puzzle time with other puzzle enthusiasts at the Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Saturday, April 6, 10-11 a.m. Work on a puzzle weekly until it’s done and get the satisfaction of putting in the last piece! Also Apr. 13, 20, 27.
BYOD: Bring Your Own Device
Get help downloading FREE e-books, magazines, music and more! Bring your library card and device and a librarian will get you started at the Bay View Branch, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Saturday, April 6, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
BOOK DISCUSSIONS
ESL Book Club
Practice your English reading comprehension and conversational skills by discussing short stories from All the
Names They Used for God: Stories by Anjali Sachdeva at the Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave.,
Monday, April 1, 6-7 p.m. Pick up a copy of the book at the library prior to discussion. April: “The World by Night” and “Glass-lung.”
Vegetarian Cookbook Club
Plant-based diets are good for you and your planet! Try recipes at home, then discuss each cookbook with fellow food enthusiasts at the Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Wednesday, April 3, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Cookbooks are available to check out at the Tippecanoe Branch welcome desk one month prior to discussions.
No food will be prepared at meetings. Please choose one of the following two books to discuss: Vegan Richa’s Indian Kitchen or Vegan Richa’s Everyday Kitchen by Richa Hingle
FOR TEENS
Saturday Treats
Come to the Makerspace to relax and make a fun treat with friends at the Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Saturday, April 6, 2-3:30 p.m. We will try out new recipes and revisit old favorites like chocolate chip cookies.
Open Maker Time
Hang out, mess around, and geek out at the Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St. Come with a specific project in mind, pick from our menu of project options, or collaborate with other teens hanging out in the space.
Monday, Apr. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 3:30-7:30 pm
Tuesday, Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, 3:30-7:30 pm; Studio M Cooking Event Tuesday, Apr. 30.
Wednesday, Apr. 3, 10, 17, 24, 3:30-7:30 pm
Thursday, Apr. 4, 11, 18, 25, 3:30-5:30 pm
Friday, Apr. 5, 12, 26, 3:30-5:30 pm; Studio M closed Friday, Apr. 19. Saturday, Apr. 6, 13, 20, 27, 1-4:30 pm
Blackout Poetry
Kick off National Poetry Month by writing a poem or telling a story in an unconventional way. Use old library books to create your own visual poem with meaning.
Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Monday, April 1, 4-4:45 p.m. Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St., Wednesday, April 3, 4:30-5:15 p.m.
Experimental Poetry
Use unconventional methods and materials like magnets, dice, discarded books, music, and a stopwatch to create poetry at the Atkinson Branch, 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., Thursday, April 4, 4-5:30 p.m. Share your creations on social media or submit it to the 2019 Youth Poetry Contest.
FOR FAMILIES
Science Story Time: Recycle for Good
Keep Greater Milwaukee Beautiful presents a story time featuring recycling stories, information about what and how you can recycle, and a recyclable trash art project at the Bay View Branch, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Thursday, April 4, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Play and Learn
PRESENTED IN SPANISH. Post Office. Create a card, letter or package and take turns setting up routes, delivering and receiving mail at the Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Friday, April 5, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Pajama Story Time
Families with young children are invited to come dressed in your coziest PJs and bring a stuffed animal friend for 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, April 1, 6:30-7 p.m. Also Apr. 8, 15, 22, 29.
Baby Story Time
Share simple stories, playful songs, and gentle movement in this lapsit story time for babies at the Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tuesday, April 2, 9:30-10 a.m. For children birth to 12 months, with a caregiver. Also Apr. 9, 16, 23, 30.
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, April 4, 10:30-11 a.m. For children ages 2 and under with a parent or guardian. Also Apr. 11, 18, 25.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Wednesday, April 3, 9:30-10:30 a.m. For children ages 2 and under with a parent or guardian. Repeated at 10:45 a.m. Also Apr. 10, 24.
East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Thursday, April 4, 10-11:30 a.m. For children ages 2 and under with a parent or guardian. Also Apr. 11, 18, 25.
Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Thursday, April 4, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 1-4 and a parent or guardian. Also Apr. 11, 18, 25.
Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Thursday, April 4, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 1-4 and a parent or guardian. Also Apr. 11, 18, 25.
Zablocki Branch, 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Thursday, April 4, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For children ages 1-4 and a parent or guardian. Also Apr. 11, 18, 25.
Story Time
Young children and their caregivers are invited for fun stories, songs, and fingerplays all designed to help little ones develop important literacy skills needed prior to learning how to read. Child care centers are welcome.
Atkinson Branch, 1960 W. Atkinson Ave., Thursday, April 4, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Apr. 11, 18, 25.
Bay View Branch, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Thursday, April 4, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Apr. 11, 18, 25.
Capitol Branch, 3969 N. 74th St., Thursday, April 4, 10-10:30 a.m. Also Apr. 11, 18, 25.
Center Street Branch, 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave., Monday, April 1, 4-4:30 p.m. Also Apr. 8, 15, 22, 29.
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tuesday, April 2, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Also Apr. 9, 16, 23, 30.
Martin Luther King Branch, 310 W. Locust St., Thursday, April 4, 10-10:30 a.m. Also Apr. 11, 18, 25.
Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St., Thursday, April 4, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Also Apr. 11, 18, 25.
Washington Park Branch, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Thursday, Apr. 4, 10:30-11 a.m. Also Apr. 11, 18, 25.
FOR CHILDREN
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. East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Wednesday, April 3, 3:30-5 pm
Snack Hack!
Enjoy a free healthy snack Mitchell Street’s Cargill Community Kitchen at the Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., April 4, 3:30-4 p.m. All school-aged children 18 and younger are invited to make and eat a simple snack and learn how about the importance of snacking healthy! The Snack Hack series is generously supported by Pete’s Fruit Market. Also Apr. 11.
After School Tech Time
Creative projects for after school fun! Explore STEAM concepts and skills with hands-on activities at the East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Thursday, April 4, 4-5 p.m.
Purrs and Read
Read out loud to a friendly feline! Read with cute cats from Second Hand Purrs and learn more about cat care at the Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Saturday, April 6, 1-2:30 p.m. A great way to build confidence for beginning, struggling or reluctant readers.
Art Workshops with Artists Working in Education
A drop-in program designed for children in grades K5-5th grade, although older siblings are welcome. Each visit begins with an A.W.E. artist reading aloud a story or two and then discussing the book or illustrator.
Participants will then work on imaginative art activities relevant to the book or artist theme for the day.
Everyone gets to take home their creations. Families are encouraged to attend and make art together.
Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St., Monday, April 1, 4-5:30 p.m. Also Apr. 8, 15.
Zablocki Branch, 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Saturday, April 6, 2-3:30 p.m. Also Apr. 13, 20.
Saturdays at Central
Book Bop Dance Party at the Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Saturday, April 6, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Bust a move at the library! Sing silly songs, shake your wiggles out, and listen to stories with a beat.
Saturday Afternoons at Central for ‘Tweens
Build with LEGO bricks at the Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Saturday, April 6, 2-3 p.m. Get the creativity flowing using LEGO Bricks. Join others and see what you can create together.
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. ###