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Builders' Club

2024-11-20 15:00:00 2024-11-20 17:00:00 America/Chicago Builders' Club 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. Central Library - Children's Room - Back Area

Wednesday, November 20
3:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-20 15:00:00 2024-11-20 17:00:00 America/Chicago Builders' Club 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. Central Library - Children's Room - Back Area

Central Library

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.

Central Library


Hours

Today's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 6:00PM

Mon, Oct 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 29 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Oct 31 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Nov 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 03 1:00PM to 5:00PM

Upcoming Events

Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 4:00pm
Computer Training Room
Everyone can work and there is a job for everyone. Learn how to activate your skills and find career paths that match your interests and needs. We will help you navigate the resources and services available in your community to connect you with good jobs. Get help with:  Resume Writing, Job Searching, Online Applications, Interviewing, Onboarding for new jobs, Basic Computer Skills. Contact DWD Worker Connection Program: wcp@dwd.wisconsin.gov or 414-250-663

Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Other - See description for location
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. It's a wonderful opportunity to exercise outdoors and socialize. The club meets rain or shine, and we will use ADA accessible routes. People of all ages and abilities are welcome. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Please bring water and wear comfortable clothing.

Wed, Oct 30, 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.

Wed, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
East View Conference Room
Attend a brief consultation with an intellectual property attorney regarding your IP.

Thu, Oct 31, 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, all designed to help little ones develop important literacy skills needed prior to learning how to read.

Thu, Oct 31, 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.

Thu, Oct 31, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Street - Second Floor Event/Program
A Goodwill Consultant will be available to provide job search assistance, resume-building help, and interview preparation.  Help is available by appointment or walk-in (as available).  To schedule an appointment, call 414-847-4961 or email jobsearchhelp@goodwillsew.com

Sat, Nov 02, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
Ope! M'waukee's a great place, hey? Let's celebrate our fair city with stories, trivia, and an art project.

Sat, Nov 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library Tours
Visit Milwaukee Public Library's beautiful Central Library, a popular destination for more than a century. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Central Library has many significant architectural features including a spectacular rotunda with an Italian mosaic floor and coffered dome. The Library also features the Betty Brinn Children's Room with the largest collection of children's books in the state; the Richard E. and Lucile Krug Rare Books Room, featuring 14,000+ rarities; Special Collections and changing exhibits; over three million books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, and eBooks; and programs, meeting rooms, and much more.

Mon, Nov 04, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Tue, Nov 05, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Tue, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by open play time. Story time includes plenty of fingerplays, songs, and other activities that help little ones learn. For children ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.

Tue, Nov 05, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Business Commons, Gift of Schoenleber Foundation and Elaine C. Lange - Collaboration Table #1
You bring it in we'll explain how to use it! Do you have a question about your smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device? Need help accessing library resources? Bring your device and questions to a librarian, we can help!

Tue, Nov 05, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Street - Second Floor Event/Program
Your health matters. Come talk to us! Aurora Mobile Health is providing free health services at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library for community members.

Wed, Nov 06, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 4:00pm
Computer Training Room
Everyone can work and there is a job for everyone. Learn how to activate your skills and find career paths that match your interests and needs. We will help you navigate the resources and services available in your community to connect you with good jobs. Get help with:  Resume Writing, Job Searching, Online Applications, Interviewing, Onboarding for new jobs, Basic Computer Skills. Contact DWD Worker Connection Program: wcp@dwd.wisconsin.gov or 414-250-663

Wed, Nov 06, 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.

Wed, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
Interested in crafts but not sure where to start?  Join us for a monthly maker session to try a new creative outlet each month.  This month, get creative with paper!  Use paper tools and a Cricut machine to design your own card, bookmark, or whatever your imagination can dream up!

Thu, Nov 07, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Thu, Nov 07, 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, all designed to help little ones develop important literacy skills needed prior to learning how to read.

Thu, Nov 07, 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.

Thu, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Street - Second Floor Event/Program
A Goodwill Consultant will be available to provide job search assistance, resume-building help, and interview preparation.  Help is available by appointment or walk-in (as available).  To schedule an appointment, call 414-847-4961 or email jobsearchhelp@goodwillsew.com

Fri, Nov 08, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Sat, Nov 09, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Sat, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
Pets at work! Join us as we learn about the amazing jobs animals have and how it helps our communities!

Sat, Nov 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library Tours
Visit Milwaukee Public Library's beautiful Central Library, a popular destination for more than a century. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Central Library has many significant architectural features including a spectacular rotunda with an Italian mosaic floor and coffered dome. The Library also features the Betty Brinn Children's Room with the largest collection of children's books in the state; the Richard E. and Lucile Krug Rare Books Room, featuring 14,000+ rarities; Special Collections and changing exhibits; over three million books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, and eBooks; and programs, meeting rooms, and much more.

Sat, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Other - See description for location
See how Milwaukee evolved from a settlement by the rivers to the city it is today through maps and illustrations. Maps of Milwaukee through the years highlight changes in transportation, highways, bus routes, street cars, freeways, engineering maps, street name changes, and more. View unique local maps from the library's collection.

Sun, Nov 10, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Mon, Nov 11, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Mon, Nov 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Other - See description for location
Explore some of the Milwaukee Public Library's unique archives and special collections.  A selection of materials will be available for browsing at your own pace between 5-7 pm in our Art Music and Recreation Room on the 2nd floor of Central Library. These materials are not normally browsable and may include documents, drawings, plans, photographs and ephemera. Topics will vary monthly. No registration necessary.  Please drop in and visit!

Tue, Nov 12, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Tue, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by open play time. Story time includes plenty of fingerplays, songs, and other activities that help little ones learn. For children ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.

Tue, Nov 12, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Business Commons, Gift of Schoenleber Foundation and Elaine C. Lange - Collaboration Table #1
You bring it in we'll explain how to use it! Do you have a question about your smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device? Need help accessing library resources? Bring your device and questions to a librarian, we can help!

Tue, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Business Commons, Gift of Schoenleber Foundation and Elaine C. Lange
Setting you up for business success!

Tue, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rotary Club of Milwaukee Community Room
Business Identity theft is a growing crime in the United States. In 2019, Dun & Bradstreet saw more than a 100% increase in business identity theft. For 2020, the company estimates an overall 258% spike in the crime. The more you learn about it, the less vulnerable you and your business are. The Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection will explain the different types of business identity theft, how to recognize it, and steps to take to protect your business.

Wed, Nov 13, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 4:00pm
Computer Training Room
Everyone can work and there is a job for everyone. Learn how to activate your skills and find career paths that match your interests and needs. We will help you navigate the resources and services available in your community to connect you with good jobs. Get help with:  Resume Writing, Job Searching, Online Applications, Interviewing, Onboarding for new jobs, Basic Computer Skills. Contact DWD Worker Connection Program: wcp@dwd.wisconsin.gov or 414-250-663

Wed, Nov 13, 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.

Thu, Nov 14, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Thu, Nov 14, 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, all designed to help little ones develop important literacy skills needed prior to learning how to read.

Thu, Nov 14, 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.

Thu, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Street - Second Floor Event/Program
A Goodwill Consultant will be available to provide job search assistance, resume-building help, and interview preparation.  Help is available by appointment or walk-in (as available).  To schedule an appointment, call 414-847-4961 or email jobsearchhelp@goodwillsew.com

Fri, Nov 15, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Sat, Nov 16, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Sat, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
Every community is important no matter how small! Learn about the life of an ant with the book, City of Leafcutter Ants: A Sustainable Society of Millions by Amy Hevron and come together to add your own ant to our paper ant farm!

Sat, Nov 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library Tours
Visit Milwaukee Public Library's beautiful Central Library, a popular destination for more than a century. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Central Library has many significant architectural features including a spectacular rotunda with an Italian mosaic floor and coffered dome. The Library also features the Betty Brinn Children's Room with the largest collection of children's books in the state; the Richard E. and Lucile Krug Rare Books Room, featuring 14,000+ rarities; Special Collections and changing exhibits; over three million books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, and eBooks; and programs, meeting rooms, and much more.

Sat, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Richard E. and Lucile Krug Rare Books Room
Join us in the Richard E and Lucile Krug Rare Books room for a presentation on the Milwaukee Handicraft Project, a WPA project that created a plethora of fantastic items like dolls, costumes and more.

Sun, Nov 17, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Mon, Nov 18, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Mon, Nov 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Paul Gottfried Krikelas Technology Conference Room
Edmund Fitzgerald - The Man, The Ship, The Model and his Maritime History. When Julianna Real Fitzgerald landed in New York in 1836 with her husband and children, little did she know her six sons would become well-known Lake Captains and her great grandson would be a well-respected civic leader with a grand flagship named after him. Enjoy interesting stories and photos of the ship and history the Fitzgerald family has contributed to Great Lakes shipping.

Mon, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us every month in the Art, Music, and Recreation department on the second floor of Central Library for an informal art book appreciation club.

Mon, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Business Commons, Gift of Schoenleber Foundation and Elaine C. Lange
Empowering Immigrant & Refugee Entrepreneurs in Milwaukee

Tue, Nov 19, All day
Main Street - Exhibit
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by open play time. Story time includes plenty of fingerplays, songs, and other activities that help little ones learn. For children ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.

Tue, Nov 19, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Business Commons, Gift of Schoenleber Foundation and Elaine C. Lange - Collaboration Table #1
You bring it in we'll explain how to use it! Do you have a question about your smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device? Need help accessing library resources? Bring your device and questions to a librarian, we can help!

Tue, Nov 19, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Mozart's Grove
Your health matters. Come talk to us! Aurora Mobile Health is providing free health services at Milwaukee Public Library's Central Library for community members.

Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
Give back to our community by helping a shelter animal!  Come work together to make toys and tie blankets for the animals at MADACC.  Bonus--this is also a great community service opportunity for teens!

Wed, Nov 20, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 4:00pm
Computer Training Room
Everyone can work and there is a job for everyone. Learn how to activate your skills and find career paths that match your interests and needs. We will help you navigate the resources and services available in your community to connect you with good jobs. Get help with:  Resume Writing, Job Searching, Online Applications, Interviewing, Onboarding for new jobs, Basic Computer Skills. Contact DWD Worker Connection Program: wcp@dwd.wisconsin.gov or 414-250-663

Wed, Nov 20, 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.

Thu, Nov 21, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Thu, Nov 21, 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, all designed to help little ones develop important literacy skills needed prior to learning how to read.

Thu, Nov 21, 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.

Thu, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Street - Second Floor Event/Program
A Goodwill Consultant will be available to provide job search assistance, resume-building help, and interview preparation.  Help is available by appointment or walk-in (as available).  To schedule an appointment, call 414-847-4961 or email jobsearchhelp@goodwillsew.com

Fri, Nov 22, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Sat, Nov 23, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Sat, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
Postal carriers are important community helpers. Learn all about how they make sure mail gets to its destination, then have fun creating your own postcard to put in delivery for someone special!

Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library Tours
Visit Milwaukee Public Library's beautiful Central Library, a popular destination for more than a century. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Central Library has many significant architectural features including a spectacular rotunda with an Italian mosaic floor and coffered dome. The Library also features the Betty Brinn Children's Room with the largest collection of children's books in the state; the Richard E. and Lucile Krug Rare Books Room, featuring 14,000+ rarities; Special Collections and changing exhibits; over three million books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, and eBooks; and programs, meeting rooms, and much more.

Sun, Nov 24, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Mon, Nov 25, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Mon, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Street - Second Floor Event/Program
An Outreach Social Worker from the Milwaukee County Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) will be available at the Central Branch Library to share information and answer questions about resources for Milwaukee County older adults 60+, adults with disabilities under 60, caregivers, or youth with disabilities turning 18.

Tue, Nov 26, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by open play time. Story time includes plenty of fingerplays, songs, and other activities that help little ones learn. For children ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.

Wed, Nov 27, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 4:00pm
Computer Training Room
Everyone can work and there is a job for everyone. Learn how to activate your skills and find career paths that match your interests and needs. We will help you navigate the resources and services available in your community to connect you with good jobs. Get help with:  Resume Writing, Job Searching, Online Applications, Interviewing, Onboarding for new jobs, Basic Computer Skills. Contact DWD Worker Connection Program: wcp@dwd.wisconsin.gov or 414-250-663

Wed, Nov 27, 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.

Wed, Nov 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
East View Conference Room
Attend a brief consultation with an intellectual property attorney regarding your IP.

Wed, Nov 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
Do you have a favorite anime series you can't stop talking about? Join us to meet other anime and manga fans, watch your favorite series, and draw your own art in an anime style.

Thu, Nov 28, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.

Fri, Nov 29, All day
Main Street - Exhibit,Mozart's Grove
Nov. 1st through Dec. 31st, 2024 Join us for an exhibit celebrating one of America?s most transformative railroads.