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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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Join the Super Reader Squad!
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Join the Super Reader Squad!

Sign up in person or online and attend free programs. It's Fun, Easy & Free! For ages 12 & younger.

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Teen Summer Challenge
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Teen Summer Challenge

Join the Teen Summer Challenge. Read, Create, and Discover all summer long! For ages 13 to 18.

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Why let kids have all the fun?
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Why let kids have all the fun?

Why let kids have all the fun? MPL is here to help grown-ups celebrate this summer with the best books around. For Ages 18 +

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Verified Reading Group
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Verified Reading Group

Join MPL librarians for a discussion of "Verified: How to Think Straight, Get Duped Less, and Make Better Decisions About What to Believe Online."

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LEGO® Masters Master Class
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LEGO® Masters Master Class

Join Milwaukee natives Paul Wellington and Nealita Nelson as they talk about the nationally televised competition, followed by a mini-competition. Registration is required.

Saturday, August 17, 1-3 pm
Fonzie Fun Community Meal with Christina Ward
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Fonzie Fun Community Meal with Christina Ward

Meet Christina Ward at a picnic meal hosted by Chef Sharrie Agee featuring foods from Christina's new cookbook, "Happy Days: The Official Cookbook." Registration is required.

Saturday, August 24, 12-2 pm
Summer Job Fair

Summer Job Fair

Join Goodwill Workforce Connection Centers and MPL to engage with companies offering a wide variety of job openings. Please come with your resume and dress for success!

Thursday, August 15, 11 am-2 pm
Now Recruiting MPL Library Corps Members for 2024-2025
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Now Recruiting MPL Library Corps Members for 2024-2025

Help young people develop a love of reading, increase information literacy skills, and establish relationships that bridge the gap between in- and out-of-school learning.

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Jul 26 10:30 AM
Story Time at Washington Park

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

Jul 26 10:30 AM
Story Time at Capitol

Young children and their caregivers are invited to a story…

Jul 26 11:00 AM
Resume Re-charge at Washington Park

Create a resume that will get the attention of potential…

Jul 26 12:00 PM
Employ Milwaukee Resource Table at Tippecanoe

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

Jul 26 4:00 PM
Candy Terrariums at Bay View

Create a custom (and edible!) terrarium at the Milwaukee …

Jul 26 4:00 PM
Step with Confidence at Capitol

Join this dynamic program that merges stepping with self-discovery! Local educator…

Jul 27 9:00 AM
Drama Fun-damentals at Center Street

In partnership with Milwaukee Recreation, Milwaukee Repertory Theater is proud…

Jul 27 10:00 AM
Build-It Saturday! at Tippecanoe

Drop-in anytime between 10am-4pm to enjoy open building time with magnetic…

Jul 27 10:30 AM
Something Great! at Central

Let's do "Something Great" today! We'll read and sing together…

Jul 27 11:00 AM
Central Library Architectural Tour at Central

Visit Milwaukee Public Library's beautiful Central Library, a popular destination for more…

Jul 27 1:00 PM
Drama Fun-damentals at Bay View

In partnership with Milwaukee Recreation, Milwaukee Repertory Theater is proud…

Jul 27 1:30 PM
Green Roof Tour at Central

·         Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof!  Learn about the…

Jul 27 2:00 PM
Clay Creators at Central

Experiment and get your hands dirty with air dry clay…

Jul 27 2:00 PM
Art Book Club at Central

Join us every month in the Art, Music, and Recreation department on…

Jul 27 3:00 PM
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults at Mitchell Street

Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English.…