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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

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Today's hours

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

Mon, Mar 02 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Mar 03 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Mar 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Mar 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 08 10:00AM to 5:00PM

Upcoming Events

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Sat, Mar 07, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Join friends and neighbors for a Craft Supply Swap. (See long description for more information.)

Mon, Mar 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Work on your tiny canvas art masterpiece here at Tippecanoe or take it home and bring it back. We will have a tiny gallery here at Tippecanoe for all to view!

Tue, Mar 10, 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, Mar 11, 10:45am - 11:30am
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Young children and their caregivers are invited to story time filled with fun stories, songs, and movement. No story time February 4 & 11, March 25 & April 1.

Wed, Mar 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Kids who are learning to read are invited to explore a new easy reader series each month. After reading the book, we will discuss and create art inspired by it. Ages 5-7.

Sat, Mar 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Practice mindfulness through a variety of physical yoga poses, breath practices, stories, games and activities led by Cultivate Yoga MKE. For ages 7 and under with a caregiver.

Sun, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 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!

Mon, Mar 16, 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.

Tue, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
What on earth is a Boomwhacker?! Come find out and explore these fun instruments with the whole family!

Wed, Mar 18, 10:45am - 11:30am
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Young children and their caregivers are invited to story time filled with fun stories, songs, and movement. No story time February 4 & 11, March 25 & April 1.

Thu, Mar 19, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Community Room, Gift of Heather Hurley
Bring your projects for a monthly social fiber arts get-together! All experience levels encouraged. We welcome knitting, crochet, tatting, sewing, mending or other fiber-related projects.

Fri, Mar 20, 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.

Tue, Mar 24, 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, Mar 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Study Room
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.