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Celebrate 125 Years of the State Parks!

With the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

2025-04-29 18:30:00 2025-04-29 19:30:00 America/Chicago Celebrate 125 Years of the State Parks! Come celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Park System! Learn about the history of the parks and recreation opportunities such as hiking and camping for visitors. Presented by WI DNR. Tippecanoe Branch - Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley

Tuesday, April 29
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-29 18:30:00 2025-04-29 19:30:00 America/Chicago Celebrate 125 Years of the State Parks! Come celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Park System! Learn about the history of the parks and recreation opportunities such as hiking and camping for visitors. Presented by WI DNR. Tippecanoe Branch - Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley

Tippecanoe Branch

Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley

Come celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Park System! Learn about the history of the parks and recreation opportunities such as hiking and camping for visitors. Presented by WI DNR.

Come celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Park System! Learn about the history of the parks, and get an introduction to the available recreation opportunities (such as hiking and camping) for visitors of all abilities and experience levels. Presented by Mia Noel from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the Natural Resources Educator at Havenwoods State Forest. Get inspired to engage with the wonders of nature, while exploring the wide range of services offered throughout the state. 

Did you know that we have a State Forest located right here in Milwaukee? Havenwoods State Forest is Wisconsin’s only urban state forest, featuring 237 acres of grasslands, woods and wetlands in the city of Milwaukee. Hike, run, bike and watch wildlife on over 6 miles of trails. Explore the nature center, the forest's ponds, stroll over the 120-foot bridge or find a bench to sit and relax outdoors.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Sustainability, Green, & Environmental | Health & Wellness |

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Tippecanoe Branch

Phone: 414-286-3000
Branch manager
Brett Rohlwing

Hours
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Today's hours

We're open 12:00PM to 8:00PM

Mon, May 11 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 12 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, May 14 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, May 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 16 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 17 10:00AM to 5:00PM

Upcoming Events

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Mon, May 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Calling all history buffs, History Buff Book Club is here! Please join us for a monthly non-fiction, history related book discussion.

Wed, May 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Kids who are reading beginning chapter books are invited to read and discuss a new book each month. After, stay for an activity based on the book. For ages 6-9.

Fri, May 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers are invited to drop-in and play with sensory toys and activities. Recommended for children 6 months to 5 years old with a caregiver.

Fri, May 15, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Teens are invited to play the Switch, hang out with friends, and snack.

Sun, May 17, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Looking for something to do on a Sunday afternoon? Come to the Tippecanoe Branch and find a game to play!

Tue, May 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, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Learn how to install and care for a rain barrel at a rain barrel workshop. Participants will learn about water conservation and the many benefits of using rain barrels.
Register

Fri, May 22, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Teens are invited to play the Switch, hang out with friends, and snack.

Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
For more information, visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/Health/MKE-Elevate.

Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Practice mindfulness through a variety of physical yoga poses, breath practices, stories and games. For ages 2-7 with caregiver.

Sun, May 31, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Looking for something to do on a Sunday afternoon? Come to the Tippecanoe Branch and find a game to play!

Fri, Jun 05, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Teens are invited to play the Switch, hang out with friends, and snack.

Sun, Jun 07, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Looking for something to do on a Sunday afternoon? Come to the Tippecanoe Branch and find a game to play!

Tue, Jun 09, 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, Jun 10, 10:45am - 11:30am
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley,Outdoor (East Lawn)
Young children and their caregivers are invited to story time filled with fun stories, songs, and movement.

Wed, Jun 10, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room Resource Table,Study Room
Connect with the Milwaukee County team to learn about available programs.