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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

MPL celebrates Hispanic Heritage throughout the year, and during Hispanic Heritage Month, we have programming and resources for everyone to enjoy. Learn more!

September 15-October 15, 2023
Celebrate Central Library’s 125th Anniversary!
Event | Central

Celebrate Central Library’s 125th Anniversary!

The Milwaukee Central Library is celebrating 125 years. Join the celebration by participating in activities for all ages.

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Check Out MPL Makerspaces!
Resource

Check Out MPL Makerspaces!

Makerspaces are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Drop in during Open Maker Time, book an appointment, or join a program.

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Kanopy Streaming Video
Resource

Kanopy Streaming Video

Kanopy is a free video streaming service that provides instant access to critically acclaimed movies, documentaries and kid favorites.

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100 Things to Explore at MPL
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100 Things to Explore at MPL

View our curated list of ‘100 Things to Explore at MPL’. How many things have you experienced, or want to try out?

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Refugee and Immigrant Services (ESL/ELL)
Resource

Refugee and Immigrant Services (ESL/ELL)

MPL offers resources for English as a Second Language (ESL), English Language Learners (ELL), and additional services for refugees and immigrants.

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Still We Rise: Jim Crow in Wisconsin
Event

Still We Rise: Jim Crow in Wisconsin

Educational advocate and author Bonnie J. Edwards M.A. Ed. explores the history of Jim Crow and its impact on Wisconsin.

Monday, October 9, 1 p.m.
A Reading and Discussion Program
Resource | Outside Venue

A Reading and Discussion Program

Explore and discuss narratives which grapple with questions of homelands, journeys, identity, and belonging and compare those written in Yiddish in the early and mid-20th century to what is going on in the world today.

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Oct 04 10:00 AM
Story Time at Villard Square

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

Oct 04 10:00 AM
Toddler Story Time at East

Share stories, songs, fingerplays and movement in this toddler story time…

Oct 04 10:30 AM
Worker Connection Program: Job Assistance at Central

Everyone can work and there is a job for everyone. Learn…

Oct 04 10:30 AM
Gentle Chair Yoga at Capitol

This introduction to yoga will focus on low-impact standing and…

Oct 04 10:30 AM
Storytime with Playgroup at Good Hope

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

Oct 04 10:30 AM
Story Time with Play Group at Mitchell Street

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

Oct 04 10:45 AM
Story Time at Tippecanoe

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

Oct 04 11:30 AM
East Branch Walking Club at East

Join us at the library for a neighborhood walk. Walks…

Oct 04 12:00 PM
Tech-Splanation @ MPL at Bay View

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

Oct 04 12:30 PM
Career Navigator Job Help at Zablocki

Career Navigators in the Worker Connection Program will host a table…

Oct 04 12:30 PM
Classic Movie Club at Zablocki

Are you looking for something to do on a Wednesday…

Oct 04 2:00 PM
Yoga for Beginners at Bay View

Yoga for Beginners is an introductory class that utilizes a…

Oct 04 3:00 PM
After School @ MPL at Capitol

After School @ MPL.  Drop in for an hour of homework…

Oct 04 3:00 PM
After School @ MPL at Center Street

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

Oct 04 3:00 PM
Story Time with Play Group at Center Street

A 20-minute story time for children and their parents or…