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Jólabókaflóð Celebration

Icelandic-inspired "book flood" & cozy craft program
2025-12-23 17:30:00 2025-12-23 19:00:00 America/Chicago Jólabókaflóð Celebration Celebrate the end of the year with the East Branch Library in the spirit of Iceland's annual "book flood" East Branch - Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug

Tuesday, December 23
5:30pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-23 17:30:00 2025-12-23 19:00:00 America/Chicago Jólabókaflóð Celebration Celebrate the end of the year with the East Branch Library in the spirit of Iceland's annual "book flood" East Branch - Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug

East Branch

Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug

Celebrate the end of the year with the East Branch Library in the spirit of Iceland's annual "book flood"

Celebrate the end of the year with the East Branch Library in the spirit of Iceland’s annual “Book Flood” Jólabókaflód.

Enjoy our cozy craft station and/or sip a warm beverage while quietly reading or chatting. Participants will get to choose a free book to wrap, theirs to keep or gift (while supplies last).

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Crafts, Games, & Play | Arts, Music, & Culture |

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East Branch
Phone: 414-286-3000
Branch manager
Amelia Osterud
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Mon, Nov 17 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 18 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 19 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Nov 20 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Nov 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 22 9:00AM to 5:00PM
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Teen Art Gallery Night
Mon, Nov 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Join us in celebrating young artists in our community during our Teen Art Gallery Night. You'll have the chance to vote on the Teen Art Contest submissions and enjoy a variety of creative activities.
Contemporary Classics Book Club
Mon, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Study Room 115
Discuss contemporary classic novels from the past ten years selected by East Branch Librarians.
French Club for Kids
Tue, Nov 25, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
For kids 6-12, come join Madame Diane for a class all about French culture, food, and language through fun games and interactive activities.
Toddler Story Time
Wed, Nov 26, 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.
Death Café at the East Branch Library
Tue, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
A Death Café is a place for people of all ages to discuss issues related to death and dying, while sharing a warm drink and a sweet snack.
Romance Readers Book Club
Tue, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Study Room 115
Romance readers seasoned and new to the genre are invited to join the Romance Readers Book Club. We'll explore different subgenres and diverse voices, meeting every other month.
Toddler Story Time
Wed, Dec 03, 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.
Crosswords, Coloring, and Community
Wed, Dec 03, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Relax and puzzle your way through Wednesday morning in the beautiful East Branch Community Room. Crosswords, jigsaw puzzles, adult coloring supplies, and a beverage will be provided.
Baby Story Time
Thu, Dec 04, 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.
Craft & Chat
Thu, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Bring your craft and hang out for a cozy craft and chat! All-ages program to bring neighborhood crafters together. Every Thursday starting September 4th thru December 4th, 4-5pm.
Tech-splanation @ MPL
Tue, Dec 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! 
French Club for Kids
Tue, Dec 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
For kids 6-12, come join Madame Diane for a class all about French culture, food, and language through fun games and interactive activities.
Toddler Story Time
Wed, Dec 10, 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.
Wonderful Weaving
Wed, Dec 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Learn to weave and create a fun weaving art project
Baby Story Time
Thu, Dec 11, 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.
French Club for Kids
Tue, Dec 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
For kids 6-12, come join Madame Diane for a class all about French culture, food, and language through fun games and interactive activities.
Employ Milwaukee Tabling
Thu, Dec 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Book Return Resource Table
Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about employment opportunities, paid training programs, and much more.
Milwaukee Justice Center Mobile Legal Clinic
Thu, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Sit down with a volunteer attorney, completely free of cost, to discuss your legal situation and the options that are available to you.
Contemporary Classics Book Club
Mon, Dec 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Discuss contemporary classic novels from the past ten years selected by East Branch Librarians.
Jólabókaflóð Celebration - Icelandic-inspired "book flood" & cozy craft program
Tue, Dec 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Celebrate the end of the year with the East Branch Library in the spirit of Iceland's annual "book flood"
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