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Open Maker Time

Featuring Sewing Machine Basics
2025-03-12 15:30:00 2025-03-12 17:30:00 America/Chicago Open Maker Time Learn New Skills! Join us for workshops in the Makerspace. All events are free! Special Events Happen during Open Maker Time at all locations unless otherwise indicated. Mitchell Street Branch - Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace

Wednesday, March 12
3:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-12 15:30:00 2025-03-12 17:30:00 America/Chicago Open Maker Time Learn New Skills! Join us for workshops in the Makerspace. All events are free! Special Events Happen during Open Maker Time at all locations unless otherwise indicated. Mitchell Street Branch - Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace

Mitchell Street Branch

Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace

Learn New Skills! Join us for workshops in the Makerspace. All events are free! Special Events Happen during Open Maker Time at all locations unless otherwise indicated.

Drop into the Makerspace to work on your next project. Express yourself and get hands on with creative activities. Explore your interests and learn new skills to take your ideas to the next level with help from the Makerspace Team.

Today’s special event is at 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM. Sewing Machine Basics - Join us at the Makerspaces for a sewing machine demo and practice beginner sewing techniques. Get comfortable using a sewing machine and learn about making sewing patterns.

AGE GROUP: | Teens (13-18) |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Events | Makerspace |

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Mitchell Street Branch
Phone: 414-286-3000
Branch manager
Maria Burke
Hours

Today's hours

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

Mon, Feb 24 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Feb 25 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Feb 26 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Feb 27 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Feb 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 01 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 02 Closed
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Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults
Fri, Feb 28, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Other - See description for location
Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English. Siéntase con un tutor experimentado para que le ayude con el inglés.
Fri-Yays!
Fri, Feb 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Come for some fun games or a craft and learn something new every other Friday at the library!
After School @ MPL - Fun With LibraryCorps
Mon, Mar 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Open Maker Time - Featuring Tech Toys
Mon, Mar 03, 3:30pm - 7:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Learn New Skills! Join us for workshops in the Makerspace. All events are free! Special Events Happen during Open Maker Time at all locations unless otherwise indicated.
Viva Carnaval: Mask Making
Mon, Mar 03, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
Decorate your own Carnaval mask and learn the origins of its use during Carnaval season and Mardi Gras.
Mystery Book Club
Mon, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Study Room 205
This book club will provide a place for friends and strangers to meet and discuss mysteries and share ideas for other good reads.
Employ Milwaukee Tabling
Tue, Mar 04, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Other - See description for location
Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about employment opportunities, paid training programs, and much more.
Snack Hack: 2.0
Tue, Mar 04, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Cargill Community Kitchen,Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Let's eat! Snack Hack explores the world of food through cooking demonstrations that focus on nutritional elements, food groups, cooking principles, and the history of food.
After School @ MPL - Fun With LibraryCorps
Tue, Mar 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Open Maker Time - Mitchell Street
Tue, Mar 04, 3:30pm - 7:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop in to hang out, mess around, and geek out!
Snack Hack: Kids Kitchen
Tue, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cargill Community Kitchen
"You are what you eat!" This food literacy program is designed for children, youth, and families to explore the world of food.
Story Time with Play Group
Wed, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
Community Room
A 20-minute story time including plenty of fingerplays, songs, and other activities that help little ones learn. Followed by open play time. For children ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults
Wed, Mar 05, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Other - See description for location
Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English. Siéntase con un tutor experimentado para que le ayude con el inglés.
After School @ MPL - Fun With LibraryCorps
Wed, Mar 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Open Maker Time - Featuring Vinyl Decals
Wed, Mar 05, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Learn New Skills! Join us for workshops in the Makerspace. All events are free! Special Events Happen during Open Maker Time at all locations unless otherwise indicated.
Voces de la Frontera Citizenship Class
Wed, Mar 05, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Community Room
In partnership with MPL, Voces de la Frontera is offering Citizenship Classes for the English Exam. The class is presented in English and Spanish.
Molina Healthcare
Thu, Mar 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Other - See description for location
Molina Healthcare will share health literature, provide information on BadgerCare, and offer details about employment opportunities at Molina Healthcare.
After School @ MPL - Fun With LibraryCorps
Thu, Mar 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Open Maker Time - Mitchell Street
Thu, Mar 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop in to hang out, mess around, and geek out!
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults
Fri, Mar 07, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Other - See description for location
Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English. Siéntase con un tutor experimentado para que le ayude con el inglés.
Financial Literacy Workshops
Sat, Mar 08, 10:00am - 11:30am
Community Room
The Financial Literacy Campaign strives to make financial education accessible and attainable through activities in our communities. The Campaign provides financial education through workshops.
After School @ MPL - Fun With LibraryCorps
Mon, Mar 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Open Maker Time - Featuring Design Like an InventHER
Mon, Mar 10, 3:30pm - 7:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Learn New Skills! Join us for workshops in the Makerspace. All events are free! Special Events Happen during Open Maker Time at all locations unless otherwise indicated.
Snack Hack: 2.0
Tue, Mar 11, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Cargill Community Kitchen,Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Let's eat! Snack Hack explores the world of food through cooking demonstrations that focus on nutritional elements, food groups, cooking principles, and the history of food.
Career Navigators Job Help
Tue, Mar 11, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Other - See description for location
Career Navigators will assist patrons with creating resumes and searching for jobs.
After School @ MPL - Fun With LibraryCorps
Tue, Mar 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Open Maker Time - Mitchell Street
Tue, Mar 11, 3:30pm - 7:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop in to hang out, mess around, and geek out!
Snack Hack: Kids Kitchen
Tue, Mar 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cargill Community Kitchen
"You are what you eat!" This food literacy program is designed for children, youth, and families to explore the world of food.
Kanopy Movie Night - Spotlight on Animation
Tue, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room
Join us at the Mitchell Street Library for Kanopy Movie Night! Enjoy free, family-friendly movies, plus popcorn and snacks while supplies last.
Story Time with Play Group
Wed, Mar 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Other - See description for location
A 20-minute story time including plenty of fingerplays, songs, and other activities that help little ones learn. Followed by open play time. For children ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults
Wed, Mar 12, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Other - See description for location
Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English. Siéntase con un tutor experimentado para que le ayude con el inglés.
After School @ MPL - Fun With LibraryCorps
Wed, Mar 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Open Maker Time - Featuring Sewing Machine Basics
Wed, Mar 12, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Learn New Skills! Join us for workshops in the Makerspace. All events are free! Special Events Happen during Open Maker Time at all locations unless otherwise indicated.
Voces de la Frontera Citizenship Class
Wed, Mar 12, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Study Room 205
In partnership with MPL, Voces de la Frontera is offering Citizenship Classes for the English Exam. The class is presented in English and Spanish.
After School @ MPL - Fun With LibraryCorps
Thu, Mar 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Open Maker Time - Mitchell Street
Thu, Mar 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop in to hang out, mess around, and geek out!
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults
Fri, Mar 14, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Other - See description for location
Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English. Siéntase con un tutor experimentado para que le ayude con el inglés.
Milwaukee Justice Center Mobile Legal Clinic
Fri, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Sit down with a volunteer attorney, completely free of cost, to discuss your legal situation and the options that are available to you.
Fri-Yays!
Fri, Mar 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Come for some fun games or a craft and learn something new every other Friday at the library!
Financial Literacy Workshops
Sat, Mar 15, 10:00am - 11:30am
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
The Financial Literacy Campaign strives to make financial education accessible and attainable through activities in our communities. The Campaign provides financial education through workshops.
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults
Sat, Mar 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English. Siéntase con un tutor experimentado para que le ayude con el inglés.
After School @ MPL - Fun With LibraryCorps
Mon, Mar 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Open Maker Time - Featuring Hand Sewn Embroidery
Mon, Mar 17, 3:30pm - 7:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Learn New Skills! Join us for workshops in the Makerspace. All events are free! Special Events happen during Open Maker Time at all locations unless otherwise indicated.
Employ Milwaukee Tabling
Tue, Mar 18, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Other - See description for location
Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about employment opportunities, paid training programs, and much more.
Aurora Mobile Health Clinic - No registration
Tue, Mar 18, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Other - See description for location
Your health matters. Come talk to us! Aurora Mobile Health is providing free health services at Milwaukee Public Library Mitchell Street Branch for community members.
Snack Hack: 2.0
Tue, Mar 18, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Cargill Community Kitchen,Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Let's eat! Snack Hack explores the world of food through cooking demonstrations that focus on nutritional elements, food groups, cooking principles, and the history of food.
After School @ MPL - Fun With LibraryCorps
Tue, Mar 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Open Maker Time - Mitchell Street
Tue, Mar 18, 3:30pm - 7:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop in to hang out, mess around, and geek out!
Snack Hack: Kids Kitchen
Tue, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cargill Community Kitchen
"You are what you eat!" This food literacy program is designed for children, youth, and families to explore the world of food.
MHD Strong Baby Table
Wed, Mar 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Other - See description for location
Milwaukee Health Department staff will share resources to help keep your children healthy and safe.
Cancelled
Story Time with Play Group
Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:15am
A 20-minute story time including plenty of fingerplays, songs, and other activities that help little ones learn. Followed by open play time. For children ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults
Wed, Mar 19, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Other - See description for location
Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English. Siéntase con un tutor experimentado para que le ayude con el inglés.
After School @ MPL - Fun With LibraryCorps
Wed, Mar 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Open Maker Time - Featuring Chop it Like it's Hot: Equinox Spring Rolls
Wed, Mar 19, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Learn New Skills! Join us for workshops in the Makerspace. All events are free! Special Events Happen during Open Maker Time at all locations unless otherwise indicated.
Voces de la Frontera Citizenship Class
Wed, Mar 19, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Study Room 205
In partnership with MPL, Voces de la Frontera is offering Citizenship Classes for the English Exam. The class is presented in English and Spanish.
Crime & Safety Meeting - Milwaukee Police Department - District Two
Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Other - See description for location
MPD's District 2 hosts monthly crime and safety meetings.
Molina Healthcare
Thu, Mar 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Other - See description for location
Molina Healthcare will share health literature, provide information on BadgerCare, and offer details about employment opportunities at Molina Healthcare.
After School @ MPL - Fun With LibraryCorps
Thu, Mar 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Open Maker Time - Mitchell Street
Thu, Mar 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop in to hang out, mess around, and geek out!
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults
Fri, Mar 21, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Other - See description for location
Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English. Siéntase con un tutor experimentado para que le ayude con el inglés.
YA Café
Fri, Mar 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Pop into the Makerspace to hang out, play games, make a take-home craft, or get help with your homework. Snacks will be provided.
Financial Literacy Workshops
Sat, Mar 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
The Financial Literacy Campaign strives to make financial education accessible and attainable through activities in our communities. The Campaign provides financial education through workshops.
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults
Sat, Mar 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Other - See description for location
Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English. Siéntase con un tutor experimentado para que le ayude con el inglés.
After School @ MPL - Fun With LibraryCorps
Mon, Mar 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Open Maker Time - Featuring Tabletop Boardgames
Mon, Mar 24, 3:30pm - 7:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Learn New Skills! Join us for workshops in the Makerspace. All events are free! Special Events Happen during Open Maker Time at all locations unless otherwise indicated.
Career Navigators Job Help
Tue, Mar 25, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Other - See description for location
Career Navigators will assist patrons with creating resumes and searching for jobs.
After School @ MPL - Fun With LibraryCorps
Tue, Mar 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Open Maker Time - Mitchell Street
Tue, Mar 25, 3:30pm - 7:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop in to hang out, mess around, and geek out!
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults
Tue, Mar 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Other - See description for location
Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English. Siéntase con un tutor experimentado para que le ayude con el inglés.
Story Time with Play Group
Wed, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:15am
Other - See description for location
A 20-minute story time including plenty of fingerplays, songs, and other activities that help little ones learn. Followed by open play time. For children ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults
Wed, Mar 26, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Other - See description for location
Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English. Siéntase con un tutor experimentado para que le ayude con el inglés.
After School @ MPL - Fun With LibraryCorps
Wed, Mar 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Open Maker Time - Featuring Woven Wonders
Wed, Mar 26, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Learn New Skills! Join us for workshops in the Makerspace. All events are free! Special Events Happen during Open Maker Time at all locations unless otherwise indicated.
Voces de la Frontera Citizenship Class
Wed, Mar 26, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Study Room 205
In partnership with MPL, Voces de la Frontera is offering Citizenship Classes for the English Exam. The class is presented in English and Spanish.
After School @ MPL - Fun With LibraryCorps
Thu, Mar 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Join us in the Children's Area Tuesday through Thursday for homework help and hands-on activities! Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Open Maker Time - Mitchell Street
Thu, Mar 27, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop in to hang out, mess around, and geek out!
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults
Fri, Mar 28, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Other - See description for location
Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English. Siéntase con un tutor experimentado para que le ayude con el inglés.
Fri-Yays!
Fri, Mar 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Come for some fun games or a craft and learn something new every other Friday at the library!
Financial Literacy Workshops
Sat, Mar 29, 10:00am - 11:30am
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
The Financial Literacy Campaign strives to make financial education accessible and attainable through activities in our communities. The Campaign provides financial education through workshops.
Drop In ESL Tutoring for Adults
Sat, Mar 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Other - See description for location
Sit down with an experienced tutor for help with English. Siéntase con un tutor experimentado para que le ayude con el inglés.
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