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Community Engagement Report

Community Engagement Report

From "Community Conversations with the City Librarian" to surveys; your input has been instrumental. Discover the highlights and explore detailed analysis.

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Fentanyl, Inc. and the Opioid Crises
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Fentanyl, Inc. and the Opioid Crises

Meet Ben Westhoff, author of "Fentnayl, Inc.," a deeply human story and the first deep-dive investigation of a hazardous and illicit industry.

Tuesday, April 30, 6-7:30 pm
Spring Literary Luncheon
Event | Outside Venue

Spring Literary Luncheon

The Spring Literary Luncheon features NY Times Bestselling author Douglas Brunt, in conversation with Friends of MPL Past President Shannon Sweek.

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National Poetry Month
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National Poetry Month

Celebrate National Poetry Month at your library!

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MPL Merch Store
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MPL Merch Store

Show your MPL support with official merch from our online MPL Merch Store! There’s something for the entire family; all ages and sizes.

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2024 Teen Poetry Contest
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2024 Teen Poetry Contest

Milwaukee youth ages 13-18 are encouraged to submit a poem online between March 15 and April 19, 2024. Prizes will be awarded to the top two poems in three age categories.

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Brainfuse
Research

Brainfuse

Get free online tutoring seven days a week from 11 a.m.-11 p.m. for all grades and so much more with your library card!

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Milwaukee Zine Fest
Event | Central

Milwaukee Zine Fest

Celebrate independent and DIY print media in the Midwest's longest-standing 100% zine-focused festival. Visit over 100 vendors from around the country, hands-on activities, panel discussions, and workshops.

Saturday, April 20, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Self-Care Awareness at MPL
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Self-Care Awareness at MPL

Take care of yourself with self-care programming and resources provided by your Milwaukee Public Library that are Browser the Library Lion approved!

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Self Care

By Josh Ashing on Apr 5, 2024 12:00PM

In the whirlwind of life's demands, it's easy to overlook well-being & inner peace. The library can help you rediscover the art of nurturing your mental health.

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Events, Programs, and Classes


Apr 18 12:00 AM
(re) Visions: words into pictures, pictures into words at Central

(re) Visions: words into pictures, pictures into words is the…

Apr 18 10:00 AM
MHD Strong Baby Resource Table at Bay View

Are you a new parent or have a new baby?…

Apr 18 10:00 AM
Baby Story Time at East

Share simple stories, playful songs and gentle movement in this lapsit…

Apr 18 10:30 AM
Story Time at Atkinson

Young children and their caregiver are invited to a 30-minute…

Apr 18 10:30 AM
Story Time with Play Group at Bay View

A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

Apr 18 10:30 AM
Family Story Time at Central

Young children and their caregivers are invited to story time…

Apr 18 10:30 AM
Story Time with Play Group at Zablocki

a 20-minute story time for young children is followed by…

Apr 18 11:00 AM
Tech-splanation @ MPL at Center Street

You bring it in we'll explain how to use it! Do…

Apr 18 11:00 AM
Employ Milwaukee Resource Table at Washington Park

Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about…

Apr 18 11:00 AM
Baby Story Time at Central

Share simple stories, playful songs and gentle movement in this…

Apr 18 1:00 PM
Job Search and Resume Assistance at Central

A Goodwill Consultant will be available to provide job search…

Apr 18 2:30 PM
Career Navigator Job Help at Zablocki

Career Navigators in the Worker Connection Program will host a…

Apr 18 3:00 PM
After School @ MPL at Center Street

After School @ MPL. Join us Monday through Thursday from 3:00-5:00…

Apr 18 3:00 PM
After School @ MPL at Tippecanoe

After School @ MPL. Join us Monday through Thursday from 3:00-5:00…

Apr 18 4:00 PM
English Listening Hour at Virtual

Does your English practice sometimes feel like a broken record?…