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The Waiting Is The Hardest Part

He's almost here! Stop by MPL to learn more about St. Nick and his international gift delivery syndicate.  

Silent Night: The Story of the World War I Christmas Truce by Stanley Weintraub

One of history's most powerful -- yet forgotten -- Christmas stories. It took place in the improbable setting of the mud, cold rain and senseless killing of the trenches of World War I.

East Branch celebrates all things Hobbit!

Find the works of J.R.R. Tolkien on display at your East Branch Library!

Holiday Hours at Milwaukee Public Library

With the holidays falling in the middle of the week, MPL's schedule has gotten a little complicated...

Don't Go Looking for a New Ride in This Blue Book

Today is marked by many anniversaries: 25 years since the first broadcast of The Simpsons, 27 years since the first Final Fantasy video game was released (and exactly how final is that fantasy if there are now more than 14 of them?),  57 years since the death of author Dorothy Sayers, amongst other events.

Bears and Beer: A Winning Combination!

How to Drink & Cook (Semi) Responsibly

My Drunk Kitchen: a cookbook that proves that the journey is more important than the end result, even when in the kitchen (as long as you don't set fire to anything).