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After-School Unwind
2025-11-20 16:00:00 2025-11-20 17:30:00 America/Chicago After-School Unwind Drop in on Tuesdays and Thursdays to kick back, play games, or catch up on homework. Mitchell Street Branch - Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace

Thursday, November 20
4:00pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-11-20 16:00:00 2025-11-20 17:30:00 America/Chicago After-School Unwind Drop in on Tuesdays and Thursdays to kick back, play games, or catch up on homework. Mitchell Street Branch - Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace

Mitchell Street Branch

Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace

Drop in on Tuesdays and Thursdays to kick back, play games, or catch up on homework.

Did you know? The Mitchell Street Makerspace is open four days a week!
Flex your creativity, mess around with circuits (and Cricuts), or play the Nintendo Switch during the Style Lab on Mondays and Wednesdays--then drop in on Tuesdays and Thursdays to kick back, play games, or catch up on homework.

AGE GROUP: | Teens (13-18) | Elementary (6-12) |

EVENT TYPE: | Makerspace | Crafts, Games, & Play |

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Mitchell Street Branch
Phone: 414-286-3000
Branch manager
Maria Burke
Hours
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Today's hours

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

Mon, Nov 03 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 04 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Nov 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Nov 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 08 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 09 Closed
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Upcoming Events

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Story Time and Play Group
Wed, Nov 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.
Thank God for Immigrants Exhibit - The Photography of Asher Imtiaz
Wed, Nov 05, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Other - See description for location
Available during open hours.
Style Lab: Find Your Fit - Sewing Workshop
Wed, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Create a sewing project from beginning to end. Practice sewing machine basics with fabric and learn how to use a pattern to sew your own drawstring bag.
Voces de la Frontera Citizenship Class
Wed, Nov 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.
Thank God for Immigrants Exhibit - The Photography of Asher Imtiaz
Thu, Nov 06, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Other - See description for location
Available during open hours.
After-School Unwind
Thu, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop in on Tuesdays and Thursdays to kick back, play games, or catch up on homework.
Thank God for Immigrants Exhibit - The Photography of Asher Imtiaz
Fri, Nov 07, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Available during open hours.
Spanish Conversation Hour
Fri, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room 205
An opportunity to practice and learn Spanish in an informal, friendly, and supportive setting!
Art Cart
Fri, Nov 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Other - See description for location
Raid the art cart at the library and create a masterpiece! Each month will have a suggested prompt, but you are free to create whatever you'd like.
Thank God for Immigrants Exhibit - The Photography of Asher Imtiaz
Sat, Nov 08, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Other - See description for location
Available during open hours.
Speed-PuzzlePalooza and Jigsaw Puzzle Swap
Sat, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Two hours. 500 Pieces. Gather some friends and show off your skills!
This event is full
Thank God for Immigrants Exhibit - The Photography of Asher Imtiaz
Mon, Nov 10, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Other - See description for location
Available during open hours.
The Style Lab: Find Your Fit - Pt 2 Build Your Brand Ft. Marie Carter of The Classic Shoppe
Mon, Nov 10, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Marie Carter, founder of The Classic Shoppe, will guide aspiring fashion entrepreneurs through the essential steps of transforming a creative fashion concept into a viable, sustainable business.
Open Maker Time
Mon, Nov 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop into the Makerspace to work on your next project. Get hands on with creative activities and explore your interests.
Employ Milwaukee Tabling
Tue, Nov 11, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Other - See description for location
Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about employment opportunities, paid training programs, and much more.
Thank God for Immigrants Exhibit - The Photography of Asher Imtiaz
Tue, Nov 11, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Available during open hours.
Snack Hack: 2.0
Tue, Nov 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.
Snack Hack: Kids Kitchen
Tue, Nov 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.
After-School Unwind
Tue, Nov 11, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop in on Tuesdays and Thursdays to kick back, play games, or catch up on homework.
Story Time and Play Group
Wed, Nov 12, 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.
Thank God for Immigrants Exhibit - The Photography of Asher Imtiaz
Wed, Nov 12, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Other - See description for location
Available during open hours.
Style Lab: Find Your Fit - Custom Hats
Wed, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Welcome in the cold weather with style! Come into the makerspace and customize a beanie with fabric, embroidery and beads! We'll provide the hats, you bring your creativity
Voces de la Frontera Citizenship Class
Wed, Nov 12, 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, Nov 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Resource Table 1
Molina Healthcare will share health literature, provide information on BadgerCare, and offer details about employment opportunities at Molina Healthcare.
Thank God for Immigrants Exhibit - The Photography of Asher Imtiaz
Thu, Nov 13, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Other - See description for location
Available during open hours.
Milwaukee Justice Center Mobile Legal Clinic
Thu, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Sit down with a volunteer attorney, completely free of cost, to discuss your legal situation and the options that are available to you.
After-School Unwind
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop in on Tuesdays and Thursdays to kick back, play games, or catch up on homework.
Thank God for Immigrants Exhibit - The Photography of Asher Imtiaz
Fri, Nov 14, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Other - See description for location
Available during open hours.
Spanish Conversation Hour
Fri, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room 205
An opportunity to practice and learn Spanish in an informal, friendly, and supportive setting!
Thank God for Immigrants Exhibit - The Photography of Asher Imtiaz
Sat, Nov 15, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Other - See description for location
Available during open hours.
Thank God for Immigrants Exhibit - The Photography of Asher Imtiaz
Mon, Nov 17, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Other - See description for location
Available during open hours.
Style Lab: Find Your Fit - Heat Transfer Vinyl
Mon, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Take your projects to the next level with heat transfer vinyl. Learn how to use Cricut Design Space to create designs and apply them to your projects.
Open Maker Time
Mon, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop into the Makerspace to work on your next project. Get hands on with creative activities and explore your interests.
Thank God for Immigrants Exhibit - The Photography of Asher Imtiaz
Tue, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Available during open hours.
Snack Hack: 2.0
Tue, Nov 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.
Employ Milwaukee Tabling
Tue, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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: Kids Kitchen
Tue, Nov 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.
After-School Unwind
Tue, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop in on Tuesdays and Thursdays to kick back, play games, or catch up on homework.
Story Time and Play Group
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Thank God for Immigrants Exhibit - The Photography of Asher Imtiaz
Wed, Nov 19, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Other - See description for location
Available during open hours.
Style Lab: Find Your Fit - Wire Jewelry
Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Make your own custom wire wrapped ring and jewelry from scratch. Create a wire band and wrap a bead to make your own personalized ring.
Voces de la Frontera Citizenship Class
Wed, Nov 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, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
MPD's District 2 hosts monthly crime and safety meetings.
After-School Unwind
Thu, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop in on Tuesdays and Thursdays to kick back, play games, or catch up on homework.
Spanish Conversation Hour
Fri, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room 205
An opportunity to practice and learn Spanish in an informal, friendly, and supportive setting!
Art Cart
Fri, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Other - See description for location
Raid the art cart at the library and create a masterpiece! Each month will have a suggested prompt, but you are free to create whatever you'd like.
Style Lab: Find Your Fit - Hand Lettered Cards
Mon, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Say thank you with a handmade card. Use templates to create a design, create something of your own, and learn some beginner hand lettering for modern calligraphy.
Open Maker Time
Mon, Nov 24, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop into the Makerspace to work on your next project. Get hands on with creative activities and explore your interests.
Fall Harvest - Holiday Community Meal
Tue, Nov 25, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Cargill Community Kitchen,Community Room,Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Join us for a festive seasonal meal with all the trimmings!
Story Time and Play Group
Wed, Nov 26, 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.
Style Lab: Find Your Fit - Hot Chocolate & Chill
Wed, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Join us for a hot chocolate bar and board games. Hang out and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate in the Makerspace.
Voces de la Frontera Citizenship Class
Wed, Nov 26, 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.
Cancelled
Spanish Conversation Hour
Fri, Nov 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
An opportunity to practice and learn Spanish in an informal, friendly, and supportive setting!
Mystery Book Club
Mon, Dec 01, 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.
Snack Hack: 2.0
Tue, Dec 02, 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.
Snack Hack: Kids Kitchen
Tue, Dec 02, 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.
After-School Unwind
Tue, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop in on Tuesdays and Thursdays to kick back, play games, or catch up on homework.
Keep Calm Kiddo
Tue, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
Community Room
A trained librarian will share meditations and coping activities kids can do on their own or with an adult for support. Families are encouraged to attend to learn together.
Story Time and Play Group
Wed, Dec 03, 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.
Voces de la Frontera Citizenship Class
Wed, Dec 03, 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.
After-School Unwind
Thu, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Studio M Makerspace
Drop in on Tuesdays and Thursdays to kick back, play games, or catch up on homework.
Spanish Conversation Hour
Fri, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room 205
An opportunity to practice and learn Spanish in an informal, friendly, and supportive setting!
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