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Novel Ideas book Club

2025-09-08 18:00:00 2025-09-08 19:00:00 America/Chicago Novel Ideas book Club Please join us at the Zablocki library for a discussion of Violeta by Isabel Allende Zablocki Branch - Community Room

Monday, September 08
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-08 18:00:00 2025-09-08 19:00:00 America/Chicago Novel Ideas book Club Please join us at the Zablocki library for a discussion of Violeta by Isabel Allende Zablocki Branch - Community Room

Zablocki Branch

Community Room

Please join us at the Zablocki library for a discussion of Violeta by Isabel Allende

Violeta by Isabel Allende  Violeta comes into the world on a stormy day in 1920, the first girl in a family with five boisterous sons. From the start, her life is marked by extraordinary events, for the ripples of the Great War are still being felt, even as the Spanish flu arrives on the shores of her South American homeland almost at the moment of her birth. Through her father's prescience, the family will come through that crisis unscathed, only to face a new one as the Great Depression transforms the genteel city life she has known. Her family loses everything and is forced to retreat to a wild and beautiful but remote part of the country. There, she will come of age, and her first suitor will come calling. She tells her story in the form of a letter to someone she loves above all others, recounting times of devastating heartbreak and passionate affairs, poverty and wealth, terrible loss and immense joy. Her life is shaped by some of the most important events of history: the fight for women's rights, the rise and fall of tyrants, and ultimately not one, but two pandemics.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Club/Discussion |

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Zablocki Branch

Phone: 414-286-3000
Branch manager
David Sikora

Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM

Mon, Aug 04 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 05 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Aug 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Aug 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 10 Closed

Upcoming Events

Mon, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
Please join us for at the Zablocki Library for a discussion of This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub

Cancelled
Mon, Aug 11, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Meet with an experienced tutor for help with English.

Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room
Story time with play

Wed, Aug 13, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Community Room
Are you looking for something to do on a Wednesday afternoon? Join us once a month for a classic movie. Penny Points to Paradise (1951) Starring Harry Secombe, Alfred Mark and Peter Sellers.

Fri, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room
The Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection will present information on Motor Vehicle Repair contracts under Wisconsin law.

Fri, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Drop in during Fun Fridays! at Zablocki Library to hang out, mess around, and geek out with others in an art and technology rich environment

Sat, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Beat the summer heat with a family-friendly film in our community room. Snacks provided.

Mon, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room,Courtyard
We're closing out summer with an outdoor roller skating party @ your Milwaukee Public Library! MKE Recreation Wacky Wheels Skate Van will be onsite at Zablocki Library, providing free roller skating.

Mon, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room,Courtyard
Join us in the courtyard for an evening with The Kitchen Boys. Come and listen to old time Appalachian Mountain Music with a smattering of Celtic, Johnny Cash and folk songs mixed into the offering.

Mon, Aug 18, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Other - See description for location
Meet with an experienced tutor for help with English.

Tue, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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! 

Tue, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
Learn about what composting is, why composting is important, and how to compost in your own backyard.

Wed, Aug 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Other - See description for location
Stop by our table staffed by RNs to receive blood pressure or blood sugar screenings, help finding a care provider, counseling on healthy habits, navigation to resources, and more.

Wed, Aug 20, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Community Room
Short history of one of Wisconsin's largest printing companies.

Thu, Aug 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room
Applying for jobs? Get help with the process through our Resume Writing Workshop. We'll give you the information you need to write a strong resume.

Thu, Aug 21, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Adult Area
Career Navigators will provide hands-on services to patrons, guiding patrons through the navigation system of employment.

Fri, Aug 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Drop in during Fun Fridays! at Zablocki Library to hang out, mess around, and geek out with others in an art and technology rich environment

Sat, Aug 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room
Come have some fun making your very own trivet using clothespins and paint! It's easy, colorful, and a great way to add a handmade touch to your kitchen

Mon, Aug 25, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Other - See description for location
Meet with an experienced tutor for help with English.

Wed, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room
Join us for a fun-filled morning of Musical Bingo! Get ready for an exciting twist on the classic game as we mix music and bingo into a perfect combo.

Fri, Aug 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Drop in during Fun Fridays! at Zablocki Library to hang out, mess around, and geek out with others in an art and technology rich environment

Tue, Sep 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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, Sep 03, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Other - See description for location
Stop by our table staffed by RNs to receive blood pressure or blood sugar screenings, help finding a care provider, counseling on healthy habits, navigation to resources, and more.

Fri, Sep 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Watch and discuss your favorite anime series at Zablocki Library. We'll stream shows, enjoy Japanese snacks, and make a cute craft! All supplies provided

Mon, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
Please join us at the Zablocki library for a discussion of Violeta by Isabel Allende

Mon, Sep 08, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Other - See description for location
Meet with an experienced tutor for help with English.