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Contracting for Small Business

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2026-01-26 17:00:00 2026-01-26 18:30:00 America/Chicago Contracting for Small Business Learn how to navigate state contracting platforms and how your business can have a competitive edge! Central Library - Innovation and Learning Lab, Business Commons, Gift of Schoenleber Foundation and Elaine C. Lange

Monday, January 26
5:00pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-26 17:00:00 2026-01-26 18:30:00 America/Chicago Contracting for Small Business Learn how to navigate state contracting platforms and how your business can have a competitive edge! Central Library - Innovation and Learning Lab, Business Commons, Gift of Schoenleber Foundation and Elaine C. Lange

Central Library

Innovation and Learning Lab, Business Commons, Gift of Schoenleber Foundation and Elaine C. Lange

Learn how to navigate state contracting platforms and how your business can have a competitive edge!

This no-cost in-person educational session helps small businesses get started with government contracting by covering certification, state contracting platforms, and best practices for pursuing opportunities. Attendees will hear from city, county, and state experts and learn about available no cost small business support resources.

What you’ll learn:

  • Which certifications give your business a competitive edge
  • How to navigate state contracting platforms with confidence
  • How to position your business to win contracting opportunities
  • Where to get no-cost, one-on-one support to move faster

Register today!

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Business/Entrepreneurship |

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On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Mon, Jan 05, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
You Are A Visionary!
Mon, Jan 05, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
What would you like to do in 2026? Let's talk about it together and create vision boards to achieve our goals!
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Tue, Jan 06, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
Story Time and Play Group
Tue, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by open play time. For children ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.
Tech-splanation @ MPL
Tue, Jan 06, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Business Commons, Gift of Schoenleber Foundation and Elaine C. Lange - Collaboration Table #2
Do you have a question about your smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device? Need help accessing library resources? We can help! 
Transform Milwaukee Jobs Program: Job Support & Resources - Programa Transform Milwaukee Jobs: Apoyo Laboral y Recursos
Tue, Jan 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Mozart's Grove
The Transform Milwaukee Jobs Program provides free employment support for individuals. El Programa Transform Milwaukee Jobs ofrece apoyo gratuito para personas.
Monthly Makers
Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
Calling all makers and artists! Do you love creating? Want to try and learn a new skill but don't know where to start? Join us for a monthly maker session to try a new creative outlet each month!
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Wed, Jan 07, All day
Other - See description for location
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
Housing Help - Homeless Outreach with Milwaukee County
Wed, Jan 07, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Chinese Room,Main Street - First Floor
Meet with a member of Milwaukee County's Street Outreach team and get connected to street, shelter and/or housing resources.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Thu, Jan 08, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
Story Time
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Story Steps
Young children and their caregivers are invited to story time filled with fun stories, songs, and finger plays designed to help little ones develop important early literacy skills.
Baby Story Time
Thu, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:20am
Children's Room - Back Area
Share simple stories, playful songs and gentle movement in this lapsit story time for babies aged 0-18 months, with a caregiver.
Job Search and Resume Assistance - Provided by Goodwill Workforce Connection Center
Thu, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Street - Second Floor
A Goodwill Consultant will be available to provide job search assistance, resume-building help, and interview preparation.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Fri, Jan 09, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Sat, Jan 10, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
ABC Academy
Sat, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center,Children's Room - Back Area
Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a new letter!
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Sun, Jan 11, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Mon, Jan 12, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services
Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Other - See description for location
Community Access to Recovery Services (CARS) specializes in helping Milwaukee County residents get connected with resources to support those living with a mental health and substance use disorder.
Polar Plunge!
Mon, Jan 12, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
Plunge into winter with the library! We're reading poems about the Arctic, learning about the creatures that live there, and creating polar art together.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Tue, Jan 13, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
Story Time and Play Group
Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by open play time. For children ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.
ChatGPT unlocked - Discover the potential of ChatGPT!
Tue, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
In this beginner-friendly class, you'll learn what ChatGPT is, how it works, and how you can use it in your daily life.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Wed, Jan 14, All day
Other - See description for location
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
Housing Help - Homeless Outreach with Milwaukee County
Wed, Jan 14, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Chinese Room,Main Street - First Floor
Meet with a member of Milwaukee County's Street Outreach team and get connected to street, shelter and/or housing resources.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Thu, Jan 15, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
Story Time
Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Story Steps
Young children and their caregivers are invited to story time filled with fun stories, songs, and finger plays designed to help little ones develop important early literacy skills.
Baby Story Time
Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:20am
Children's Room - Back Area
Share simple stories, playful songs and gentle movement in this lapsit story time for babies aged 0-18 months, with a caregiver.
Job Search and Resume Assistance - Provided by Goodwill Workforce Connection Center
Thu, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Street - Second Floor
A Goodwill Consultant will be available to provide job search assistance, resume-building help, and interview preparation.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Fri, Jan 16, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Sat, Jan 17, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
ABC Academy
Sat, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center,Children's Room - Back Area
Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a new letter!
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Sun, Jan 18, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Tue, Jan 20, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
Story Time and Play Group
Tue, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by open play time. For children ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.
Tech-splanation @ MPL
Tue, Jan 20, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Business Commons, Gift of Schoenleber Foundation and Elaine C. Lange - Collaboration Table #2
Do you have a question about your smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device? Need help accessing library resources? We can help! 
Sort it Out! - Declutter Your Computer with Effective File Management
Tue, Jan 20, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Innovation and Learning Lab
Is your desktop cluttered? Can you find what you need when you need it?
Hidden Chapter Book Club
Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Board Room
The Hidden Chapter Book Club gathers monthly to read, sip, and discover. January meeting will discuss Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman and explore a former MPD evidence room on the 4th floor.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Wed, Jan 21, All day
Other - See description for location
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
Aurora Mobile Health Clinic
Wed, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Mozart's Grove
Your health matters. Come talk to us! Aurora Mobile Health is providing free health services at Milwaukee Public Library Central Library for community members.
Housing Help - Homeless Outreach with Milwaukee County
Wed, Jan 21, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Chinese Room,Main Street - First Floor
Meet with a member of Milwaukee County's Street Outreach team and get connected to street, shelter and/or housing resources.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Thu, Jan 22, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
Story Time
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Story Steps
Young children and their caregivers are invited to story time filled with fun stories, songs, and finger plays designed to help little ones develop important early literacy skills.
Baby Story Time
Thu, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:20am
Children's Room - Back Area
Share simple stories, playful songs and gentle movement in this lapsit story time for babies aged 0-18 months, with a caregiver.
Job Search and Resume Assistance - Provided by Goodwill Workforce Connection Center
Thu, Jan 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Street - Second Floor
A Goodwill Consultant will be available to provide job search assistance, resume-building help, and interview preparation.
Geek Out!
Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
Have a passion for geek media and culture? Come to Geek Out! a monthly program for teens who are enthusiastic for learning, creating and enjoying all things in geek, nerd or pop culture!
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Fri, Jan 23, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Sat, Jan 24, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
ABC Academy
Sat, Jan 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center,Children's Room - Back Area
Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a new letter!
Art Book Club: Illustration
Sat, Jan 24, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Art, Music & Recreation Room
Open House program highlighting reference materials from the Art, Music & Recreation Room.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Sun, Jan 25, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Mon, Jan 26, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
Yay Yasmin! Yay You!
Mon, Jan 26, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
Discover the Yasmin series by Saadia Faruqi and celebrate all the things that make Yasmin, Yasmin and make you, you!
Contracting for Small Business - How to Get Started
Mon, Jan 26, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Business Commons, Gift of Schoenleber Foundation and Elaine C. Lange,Innovation and Learning Lab
Learn how to navigate state contracting platforms and how your business can have a competitive edge!
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Cozy Crafting
Mon, Jan 26, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Frank P. Zeidler Humanities Room
Get cozy, craft, and meet up with friends and neighbors @Central Library!
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Tue, Jan 27, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
Story Time and Play Group
Tue, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center
A 20-minute story time for young children is followed by open play time. For children ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.
MPL Board Meeting
Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Rotary Club of Milwaukee Community Room
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Wed, Jan 28, All day
Other - See description for location
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
Housing Help - Homeless Outreach with Milwaukee County
Wed, Jan 28, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Chinese Room,Main Street - First Floor
Meet with a member of Milwaukee County's Street Outreach team and get connected to street, shelter and/or housing resources.
Intellectual Property Brief Advice Clinic
Wed, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
East View Conference Room
Attend a free, brief consultation with an IP attorney to ask questions about getting started on protecting your patent or trademark.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Thu, Jan 29, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
Story Time
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Story Steps
Young children and their caregivers are invited to story time filled with fun stories, songs, and finger plays designed to help little ones develop important early literacy skills.
Baby Story Time
Thu, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:20am
Children's Room - Back Area
Share simple stories, playful songs and gentle movement in this lapsit story time for babies aged 0-18 months, with a caregiver.
Job Search and Resume Assistance - Provided by Goodwill Workforce Connection Center
Thu, Jan 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Street - Second Floor
A Goodwill Consultant will be available to provide job search assistance, resume-building help, and interview preparation.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Fri, Jan 30, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
On Display: the Art of Mark Sekula - Local Artist Exhibit
Sat, Jan 31, All day
Main Street - First Floor
Mark Sekula is a Milwaukee-based artist, and will have a variety of paintings and artwork on display at Central Library during the month of January.
Family Play and Learn - Construction
Sat, Jan 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Herzfeld Activity Center,Children's Room
Join us for imaginative play for families with young children. Pack up the tools! Get ready to plan and build with blocks and trucks with your young children at the construction site.
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