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Get Wild Wisconsin

with the Milwaukee Public Museum
2026-08-11 13:00:00 2026-08-11 14:00:00 America/Chicago Get Wild Wisconsin Investigate Wisconsin's wildlife! Explore the plants and animals that populate our state. Find out why they're so important and learn ways to protect Wisconsin's habitats and biodiversity. Washington Park Branch - Children's Area

Tuesday, August 11
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-08-11 13:00:00 2026-08-11 14:00:00 America/Chicago Get Wild Wisconsin Investigate Wisconsin's wildlife! Explore the plants and animals that populate our state. Find out why they're so important and learn ways to protect Wisconsin's habitats and biodiversity. Washington Park Branch - Children's Area

Washington Park Branch

Children's Area

Investigate Wisconsin's wildlife! Explore the plants and animals that populate our state. Find out why they're so important and learn ways to protect Wisconsin's habitats and biodiversity.

AGE GROUP: | Elementary (6-12) |

EVENT TYPE: | Sustainability, Green, & Environmental | Special Events |

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Washington Park Branch
Phone: 414-286-3000
Branch manager
Melissa Prentice
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Today's hours

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

Mon, Jun 01 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 02 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jun 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jun 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 07 Closed
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Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Tue, Jun 02, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Mom 2 Mom Support Group - City of Milwaukee Health Department
Tue, Jun 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Finney Community Room
Mom 2 Mom is a safe, judgement free, support group for moms and birthing people to connect, share experiences, and learn from each other.
Mind your Mending - Clothes Repair
Tue, Jun 02, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Other - See description for location
Get simple clothing repairs done for free.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Wed, Jun 03, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Stepping Out Walking Club
Wed, Jun 03, 10:15am - 11:15am
Walk together through Washington Park.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Thu, Jun 04, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Fri, Jun 05, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Sat, Jun 06, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Start Right, Finish Bright - Washington Park
Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Finney Community Room
This training introduces participants to some of the science behind the first 3 years of a child's brain development and activities they can implement to capitalize on this critical stage of growth.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Mon, Jun 08, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Open Maker Time
Mon, Jun 08, 1:21pm - 1:50pm
Makerspace
Drop into the Makerspace to work on your next project. Get hands on with creative activities and explore your interests.
Teen Maker Lab: Summer Camp Creations - Chalk Art & Mud Stencils
Mon, Jun 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace
Come to the library and beautify our outdoor space with...mud? Yes! Learn how to make public works of art outside with a technique known as mud stenciling.
Art Cafe Paint and Sip
Mon, Jun 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Study Room
Stop in and get creative at the art cafe paint and sip! Find inspiration from examples of art historical works or tap into your imagination and make your own creation. Light refreshments provided.
Town Hall Meeting on Sexual Assaults and Safety - Department of Community Wellness and Safety
Mon, Jun 08, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Finney Community Room
Washington Park Community Town Hall discussing sexual violence.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Tue, Jun 09, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Open Maker Time
Tue, Jun 09, 1:30pm - 5:30pm
Makerspace
Drop into the Makerspace to work on your next project. Get hands on with creative activities and explore your interests.
Resume Re-charge
Tue, Jun 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Other - See description for location
Help in creating a resume.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Wed, Jun 10, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Stepping Out Walking Club
Wed, Jun 10, 10:15am - 11:15am
Walk together through Washington Park.
Open Maker Time
Wed, Jun 10, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Other - See description for location
Drop into the Makerspace to work on your next project. Get hands on with creative activities and explore your interests.
Teen Maker Lab: Summer Camp Creations - Snail Mail
Wed, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace
Handwrite a letter or create a postcard to send out in the mail. Learn how to address and stamp an envelope and more about sending physical mail.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Thu, Jun 11, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Open Maker Time
Thu, Jun 11, 1:30pm - 5:30pm
Makerspace
Drop into the Makerspace to work on your next project. Get hands on with creative activities and explore your interests.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Fri, Jun 12, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Story Time
Fri, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
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.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Sat, Jun 13, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Mon, Jun 15, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Open Maker Time
Mon, Jun 15, 1:21pm - 1:50pm
Makerspace
Drop into the Makerspace to work on your next project. Get hands on with creative activities and explore your interests.
Teen Maker Lab: Summer Camp Creations - Printmaking
Mon, Jun 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace
Learn the ancient art of printmaking! Join us in carving rubber blocks, learn how to ink them and walk away with your own print!
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Tue, Jun 16, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Open Maker Time
Tue, Jun 16, 1:30pm - 5:30pm
Makerspace
Drop into the Makerspace to work on your next project. Get hands on with creative activities and explore your interests.
Mind your Mending - Clothes Repair
Tue, Jun 16, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Other - See description for location
Get simple clothing repairs done for free.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Wed, Jun 17, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Stepping Out Walking Club
Wed, Jun 17, 10:15am - 11:15am
Walk together through Washington Park.
Teen Maker Lab: Summer Camp Creations - Mini Art
Wed, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace
Stretch the boundaries of your creativity by working small! Paint a tiny masterpiece on a miniature canvas.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Thu, Jun 18, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Open Maker Time
Thu, Jun 18, 1:30pm - 5:30pm
Makerspace
Drop into the Makerspace to work on your next project. Get hands on with creative activities and explore your interests.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Sat, Jun 20, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Mon, Jun 22, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Open Maker Time
Mon, Jun 22, 1:21pm - 1:50pm
Makerspace
Drop into the Makerspace to work on your next project. Get hands on with creative activities and explore your interests.
Teen Maker Lab: Summer Camp Creations - Build Your Own Sundae
Mon, Jun 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace
We're making ice cream sundaes in the Makerspace! Join us as we kick off summer with a sweet frozen treat.
Common Threads: Weaving Together Our American Story - A Community Discussion for America's 250th
Mon, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Finney Community Room
As we mark the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence, MPL and Wisconsin PBS invite you to join together for critical discussion and storytelling about our collective past.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Tue, Jun 23, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Open Maker Time
Tue, Jun 23, 1:30pm - 5:30pm
Makerspace
Drop into the Makerspace to work on your next project. Get hands on with creative activities and explore your interests.
Resume Re-charge
Tue, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Other - See description for location
Help in creating a resume.
MPL Board Meeting
Tue, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Finney Community Room
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Wed, Jun 24, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Stepping Out Walking Club
Wed, Jun 24, 10:15am - 11:15am
Walk together through Washington Park.
Teen Maker Lab: Summer Camp Creations - Foil Lamination Art
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace
Create single layers of digital artwork to print or hand drawn artwork that we'll photo copy and laminate with mesmerizing foil toppers.
Common Threads: Weaving Together Our American Story - A Community Discussion for America's 250th
Wed, Jun 24, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Finney Community Room
As we mark the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence, MPL and Wisconsin PBS invite you to join together for critical discussion and storytelling about our collective past.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Thu, Jun 25, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Patchwork of Voices: Crafting Our Country's Future Together - An Artist Workshop For America's 250th
Thu, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Finney Community Room,Makerspace
Join us in learning, thoughtful discussion and the creation of a community quilt with artist Iris Acevedo and Arts at Large.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Fri, Jun 26, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Story Time
Fri, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
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.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Sat, Jun 27, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Mon, Jun 29, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Open Maker Time
Mon, Jun 29, 1:21pm - 1:50pm
Makerspace
Drop into the Makerspace to work on your next project. Get hands on with creative activities and explore your interests.
Teen Maker Lab: Summer Camp Creations - Community Action Poster
Mon, Jun 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace
Be loud and proud about taking action in your community. Share your passions and design your own community action posters to spread the word.
Small Space Composting - and Food Scrap Drop Off
Mon, Jun 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Finney Community Room
Do you love the idea of composting but don't have the space to do it? Join Keep Greater Milwaukee Beautiful for an informative adult program about reducing food waste with your small space.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Tue, Jun 30, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Open Maker Time
Tue, Jun 30, 1:30pm - 5:30pm
Makerspace
Drop into the Makerspace to work on your next project. Get hands on with creative activities and explore your interests.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Wed, Jul 01, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Stepping Out Walking Club
Wed, Jul 01, 10:15am - 11:15am
Walk together through Washington Park.
Teen Maker Lab: Summer Camp Creations - Tie Dyeing
Wed, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace
Join us for a summer time classic! We're going to be tie-dyeing bandanas! We'll provide the bandanas, or bring your own piece of clothing to tie dye.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Thu, Jul 02, All day
Other - See description for location
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Open Maker Time
Thu, Jul 02, 1:30pm - 5:30pm
Makerspace
Drop into the Makerspace to work on your next project. Get hands on with creative activities and explore your interests.
Amp It Up! - Audio Engineering 101
Thu, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Finney Community Room
This hands-on workshop will give a beginner-level overview of audio engineering equipment and live-sound production. No experience necessary!
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