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Glow in the Dark Paint and Sip
2024-10-15 16:00:00 2024-10-15 17:00:00 America/Chicago Glow in the Dark Paint and Sip Join us for a spooky evening of painting with glow-in-the-dark paint!  Sip on a soda as you follow along with the sample painting, or bring out your creative side and make your own. Central Library - Children's Herzfeld Activity Center

Tuesday, October 15
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-10-15 16:00:00 2024-10-15 17:00:00 America/Chicago Glow in the Dark Paint and Sip Join us for a spooky evening of painting with glow-in-the-dark paint!  Sip on a soda as you follow along with the sample painting, or bring out your creative side and make your own. Central Library - Children's Herzfeld Activity Center

Central Library

Children's Herzfeld Activity Center

Join us for a spooky evening of painting with glow-in-the-dark paint!  Sip on a soda as you follow along with the sample painting, or bring out your creative side and make your own.

AGE GROUP: | Teens (13-18) |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts, Music, & Culture |

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Mon, May 19 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 20 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, May 22 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, May 23 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 24 Closed
(Memorial Day Weekend)
Sun, May 25 Closed
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Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Wed, May 21, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Central Library Walking Club
Wed, May 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Join us at Central library for a weekly walk. We will meet under the dome of the Central Library and take a two-mile loop through this historic neighborhood. The club meets rain or shine.
Worker Connection Program: Job Assistance
Wed, May 21, 10:30am - 4:00pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
Get one-on-one help with job searching, resume writing, online applications and more! Drop-in, no registration required!
Green Roof Tour
Wed, May 21, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Green Roof
Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof! 
Builders' Club
Wed, May 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Room - Back Area
Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together.
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Thu, May 22, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Job Search and Resume Assistance - Provided by Goodwill Workforce Connection Center
Thu, May 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Street - Second Floor
A Goodwill Consultant will be available to provide job search assistance, resume-building help, and interview preparation.
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Fri, May 23, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Central Film Club
Fri, May 23, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Rotary Club of Milwaukee Community Room
Join us at MPL Central to watch an exciting selection of movies, twice a month, all summer long!
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Tue, May 27, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Aurora Mobile Health Clinic
Tue, May 27, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Main Street - Second Floor
Your health matters. Come talk to us! Aurora Mobile Health is providing free health services at Milwaukee Public Library Central Library for community members.
ChatGPT unlocked - Discover the potential of ChatGPT!
Tue, May 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
In this beginner-friendly class, you'll learn what ChatGPT is, how it works, and how you can use it in your daily life.
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Wed, May 28, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Worker Connection Program: Job Assistance
Wed, May 28, 10:30am - 4:00pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
Get one-on-one help with job searching, resume writing, online applications and more! Drop-in, no registration required!
Central Library Walking Club
Wed, May 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Join us at Central library for a weekly walk. We will meet under the dome of the Central Library and take a two-mile loop through this historic neighborhood. The club meets rain or shine.
Green Roof Tour
Wed, May 28, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Green Roof
Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof! 
Builders' Club
Wed, May 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Room - Back Area
Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together.
Intellectual Property Brief Advice Clinic
Wed, May 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Paul Gottfried Krikelas Technology Conference Room
Attend a free, brief consultation with an IP attorney to ask questions about getting started on protecting your patent or trademark.
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Thu, May 29, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Job Search and Resume Assistance - Provided by Goodwill Workforce Connection Center
Thu, May 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Street - Second Floor
A Goodwill Consultant will be available to provide job search assistance, resume-building help, and interview preparation.
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Fri, May 30, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Sat, May 31, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Summer with Milwaukee Public Library Kickoff
Sat, May 31, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center,Children's Room,Children's Room - Back Area,Children's Story Steps,Grand Staircase Area,Main Street - Second Floor,Paul Gottfried Krikelas Technology Conference Room,Rotary Club of Milwaukee Community Room
Gather the whole family for a day of interactive learning and fun! Sign up for our summer reading program and pick up a book to take home to jumpstart your summer of learning! 
Docent Tour - Guided Central Architectural Tour
Sat, May 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library Tours
Join a Docent Tour Guide on a tour of the Central Library! The Docent will share the history of the Milwaukee Public Library and provide insight on architectural points of interest.
Green Roof Tour
Sat, May 31, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Green Roof
Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof! 
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Sun, Jun 01, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Mon, Jun 02, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
My Pride Letters
Mon, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
It's Pride Month! Inspired by Pride Puppy! by Robin Stevenson, let's explore the letters of the alphabet that make up our lives as we create colorful banners to celebrate our unique identities.
Back to Business: Microsoft Word and Excel - Word Level 1
Mon, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
This series of classes will give an overview of the two most popular office suite programs.
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Tue, Jun 03, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Breaking Free: Understanding & Overcoming Bankruptcy
Tue, Jun 03, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
Join our two-part series on bankruptcy. Learn about the process, alternatives, and scams in Session One (6/3). In Session Two (6/17), discover strategies for rebuilding credit and financial stability.
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Wed, Jun 04, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Central Library Walking Club
Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Join us at Central library for a weekly walk. We will meet under the dome of the Central Library and take a two-mile loop through this historic neighborhood. The club meets rain or shine.
Worker Connection Program: Job Assistance
Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 4:00pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
Get one-on-one help with job searching, resume writing, online applications and more! Drop-in, no registration required!
Green Roof Tour
Wed, Jun 04, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Green Roof
Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof! 
Rescheduled
You Build It
Wed, Jun 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Wednesday, June 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together.
You Build It
Wed, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Room - Back Area
Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together.
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Thu, Jun 05, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rotary Club of Milwaukee Community Room
Join us at the beautiful Central Library for an adaptive yoga class suitable for people of all abilities. Registration is encouraged, but not required.
Job Search and Resume Assistance - Provided by Goodwill Workforce Connection Center
Thu, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Street - Second Floor
A Goodwill Consultant will be available to provide job search assistance, resume-building help, and interview preparation.
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Fri, Jun 06, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Back to Business: Microsoft Word and Excel - Word Level 1
Fri, Jun 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
This series of classes will give an overview of the two most popular office suite programs.
Central Film Club
Fri, Jun 06, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Rotary Club of Milwaukee Community Room
Join us at MPL Central to watch an exciting selection of movies, twice a month, all summer long!
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Sat, Jun 07, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
ABC Academy
Sat, Jun 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a new letter!
Docent Tour - Guided Central Architectural Tour
Sat, Jun 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library Tours
Join a Docent Tour Guide on a tour of the Central Library! The Docent will share the history of the Milwaukee Public Library and provide insight on architectural points of interest.
A Look Back: 1950s Milwaukee
Sat, Jun 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Other - See description for location
Explore Milwaukee's history in the 1950s as described by local history resources.
Green Roof Tour
Sat, Jun 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Green Roof
Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof! 
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Sun, Jun 08, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Mon, Jun 09, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Cancelled
Milwaukee County Aging and Disability Resource Center Table
Mon, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
An Outreach Social Worker from the Milwaukee County Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) will be available at the Central Library.
Back to Business: Microsoft Word and Excel - Word Level 2
Mon, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
This series of classes will give an overview of the two most popular office suite programs.
Community Art
Mon, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
Celebrate the creativity in your community! Join us as we read "Hey Wall! A Story of Art and Community" by Susan Verde and help create something beautiful together!
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Tue, Jun 10, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Aurora Mobile Health Clinic
Tue, Jun 10, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Main Street - Second Floor
Your health matters. Come talk to us! Aurora Mobile Health is providing free health services at Milwaukee Public Library Central Library for community members.
Story Time and Play Group
Tue, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by open play time. For children ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.
Tech-splanation @ MPL
Tue, Jun 10, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Business Commons, Gift of Schoenleber Foundation and Elaine C. Lange - Collaboration Table #1
Do you have a question about your smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device? Need help accessing library resources? We can help!
Monthly Makers
Tue, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
Feeling crafty? Drop in to hang out with other crafters, sample new crafts, or bring your own work-in-progress!
Cybersafe - Online Security for Small Business Owners
Tue, Jun 10, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
Small business owners are increasingly being targeted by cyber criminals. With valuable assets at stake and often limited resources for robust security, these businesses can be more vulnerable.
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Wed, Jun 11, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Central Library Walking Club
Wed, Jun 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Join us at Central library for a weekly walk. We will meet under the dome of the Central Library and take a two-mile loop through this historic neighborhood. The club meets rain or shine.
Green Roof Tour
Wed, Jun 11, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Green Roof
Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof! 
Rescheduled
You Build It
Wed, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Wednesday, June 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together.
You Build It
Wed, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Room - Back Area
Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together.
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Thu, Jun 12, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rotary Club of Milwaukee Community Room
Join us at the beautiful Central Library for an adaptive yoga class suitable for people of all abilities. Registration is encouraged, but not required.
Story Time
Thu, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Story Steps
Young children and their caregivers are invited to story time filled with fun stories, songs, and finger plays.
Baby Story Time
Thu, Jun 12, 11:00am - 11:20am
Children's Room - Back Area
Share simple stories, playful songs and gentle movement in this lapsit story time for babies aged 0-18 months, with a caregiver.
Patent Search Made Simple: A Workshop for Inventors
Thu, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
Learn how to use the United State's Patent and Trademark Office's Patent Public Search tool to perform your prior art patent search.
Job Search and Resume Assistance - Provided by Goodwill Workforce Connection Center
Thu, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Street - Second Floor
A Goodwill Consultant will be available to provide job search assistance, resume-building help, and interview preparation.
Milwaukee Area Teachers of Art - MATA - 83rd Annual Member Exhibit
Fri, Jun 13, All day
Main Street - First Floor,Mozart's Grove
The 83rd annual member exhibition opens at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library on Saturday, May 3 and runs through Friday, June 13.
Back to Business: Microsoft Word and Excel - Word Level 2
Fri, Jun 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
This series of classes will give an overview of the two most popular office suite programs.
Summer 2025 Friends of MPL Used Book Sale
Fri, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Rotary Club of Milwaukee Community Room
Summer days are on their way! Join us at the Summer 2025 Friends of MPL Used Book Sale.
Summer 2025 Friends of MPL Used Book Sale
Sat, Jun 14, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Rotary Club of Milwaukee Community Room
Summer days are on their way! Join us at the Summer 2025 Friends of MPL Used Book Sale.
ABC Academy
Sat, Jun 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a new letter!
Docent Tour - Guided Central Architectural Tour
Sat, Jun 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library Tours
Join a Docent Tour Guide on a tour of the Central Library! The Docent will share the history of the Milwaukee Public Library and provide insight on architectural points of interest.
Green Roof Tour
Sat, Jun 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Green Roof
Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof! 
Kindness Rocks!
Mon, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
Kindness Rocks! Let's decorate Milwaukee for summer and spread some positivity along the way by painting rocks with messages of kindness and goodwill.
Back to Business: Microsoft Word and Excel - Excel Level 1
Mon, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
This series of classes will give an overview of the two most popular office suite programs.
Beyond Books - Exploring Archives at the Milwaukee Public Library
Mon, Jun 16, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Other - See description for location
Explore some of the Milwaukee Public Library's unique archives and special collections in our Art, Music and Recreation Room on the 2nd floor of Central Library. 
Story Time and Play Group
Tue, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by open play time. For children ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.
Tech-splanation @ MPL
Tue, Jun 17, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Business Commons, Gift of Schoenleber Foundation and Elaine C. Lange - Collaboration Table #1
Do you have a question about your smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device? Need help accessing library resources? We can help!
Breaking Free: Understanding & Overcoming Bankruptcy
Tue, Jun 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
Join our two-part series on bankruptcy. Learn about the process, alternatives, and scams in Session One (6/3). In Session Two (6/17), discover strategies for rebuilding credit and financial stability.
Worker Connection Program: Job Assistance
Wed, Jun 18, 10:30am - 4:00pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
Get one-on-one help with job searching, resume writing, online applications and more! Drop-in, no registration required!
Central Library Walking Club
Wed, Jun 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Join us at Central library for a weekly walk. We will meet under the dome of the Central Library and take a two-mile loop through this historic neighborhood. The club meets rain or shine.
Green Roof Tour
Wed, Jun 18, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Green Roof
Enjoy a short tour of the library's Green Roof! 
You Build It
Wed, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Room - Back Area
Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together.
Back to Business: Microsoft Word and Excel - Excel Level 1
Fri, Jun 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
This series of classes will give an overview of the two most popular office suite programs.
Central Film Club
Fri, Jun 20, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Rotary Club of Milwaukee Community Room
Join us at MPL Central to watch an exciting selection of movies, twice a month, all summer long!
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