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Verified Reading Group

2024-10-30 16:00:00 2024-10-30 17:00:00 America/Chicago Verified Reading Group True or False?: "I saw it on the Internet, so it must be true!" Answer: False! East Branch - Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug

Wednesday, October 30
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-10-30 16:00:00 2024-10-30 17:00:00 America/Chicago Verified Reading Group True or False?: "I saw it on the Internet, so it must be true!" Answer: False! East Branch - Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug

East Branch

Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug

True or False?: "I saw it on the Internet, so it must be true!" Answer: False!

Join MPL librarians for a small-group discussion of "Verified: How to Think Straight, Get Duped Less, and Make Better Decisions About What to Believe Online," by Mike Caulfield & Sam Wineburg. Learn how to identify red flags, get quick context and understand the strengths and drawbacks of information sources like Google and Wikipedia. Register to attend one of the five sessions and receive a free copy of the book (while supplies last).Don't think you'll have enough time to finish the book?  Register anyway, we're excited to have you join us. This is a great opportunity to delve into these critical topics, exchange ideas, and engage in thoughtful conversation.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Government & Civic Literacy | Book Club/Discussion | Adult Literacy |

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East Branch

Phone: 414-286-3000
Branch manager
Enid Gruszka

Hours

Today's hours

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

We're closed Sunday December 29 due to Library Closed
Mon, Dec 23 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 24 Closed
(Christmas Weekend)
Wed, Dec 25 Closed
(Christmas Weekend)
Thu, Dec 26 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Dec 27 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 28 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 29 Closed
(Library Closed)

Upcoming Events

Tue, Jan 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 115
Parlez-vous francais? Non? Then join French Club so you can confidently say ?Oui! Je parle francais!? Learn all about France, French culture, and of course how to speak French. Au Revoir!

Tue, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Other - See description for location
Do you have a question about your smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device? Need help accessing library resources? We can help!

Wed, Jan 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Inspiration starts here!  Seniors can explore and connect with fellow learners on their journey to discovery at the Milwaukee Public Library.  A light lunch will be provided. 

Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Bring your craft and hang-out for a cozy craft and chat. No craft? No problem! We will provide a rotating craft each week.

Fri, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Join us in watching lesser-known independent movies highlighting Poverty Awareness Month, Black History Month, and Women's History Month all winter long!

Tue, Jan 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 115
Parlez-vous francais? Non? Then join French Club so you can confidently say ?Oui! Je parle francais!? Learn all about France, French culture, and of course how to speak French. Au Revoir!

Tue, Jan 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Other - See description for location
Do you have a question about your smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device? Need help accessing library resources? We can help!

Wed, Jan 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
30-minute story time filled with stories, songs and fingerplays all designed to help little ones develop important literacy skills needed prior to learning how to read.

Wed, Jan 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Adopt a rock program.

Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Share simple stories, playful songs and gentle movement in this lapsit story time for babies aged 0-18 months, with a caregiver.

Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Create your own sophisticated slime using essential oils, food-coloring, and glitter!

Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Other - See description for location
Bring your craft and hang-out for a cozy craft and chat. No craft? No problem! We will provide a rotating craft each week.

Tue, Jan 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 115
Parlez-vous francais? Non? Then join French Club so you can confidently say ?Oui! Je parle francais!? Learn all about France, French culture, and of course how to speak French. Au Revoir!

Tue, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Other - See description for location
Do you have a question about your smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device? Need help accessing library resources? We can help!

Wed, Jan 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
30-minute story time filled with stories, songs and fingerplays all designed to help little ones develop important literacy skills needed prior to learning how to read.

Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Share simple stories, playful songs and gentle movement in this lapsit story time for babies aged 0-18 months, with a caregiver.

Thu, Jan 23, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about employment opportunities, paid training programs, and much more.

Thu, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Bring your craft and hang-out for a cozy craft and chat. No craft? No problem! We will provide a rotating craft each week.