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Women's History Month 2015

March is Women's History Month! Follow the Now@MPL blog throughout the month to learn more about the women who helped shape our world.

Treasures of the Rare Books Room - Description de l'Égypte

First appearing in 1809 this comprehensive scientific description of ancient and modern Egypt is the collaborative work of about 160 civilian scholars and scientists, known popularly as the savants.

This Week for Children @ the Bay View Library (March 1- March 7, 2015)

Remembering Leonard Nimoy 1931- 2015

You have 24 hour access to some original Star Trek movies through Freegal! Available with your library card, day or night.

African American Labor History in Milwaukee

Check out these resources about African-American labor history in Milwaukee.

The Ultimate Man Versus Nature Grudge Match... On Mars

Left for dead on Mars with limited supplies, no means of communication, and presumably little hope of rescue, Mark Watney is not having a really good day.

Milwaukee's Street Preacher and Artist: Prophet Blackmon

When it comes to Milwaukee artists, Prophet Blackmon (1921-2010) stands out from the crowd.