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Wish Wall

Share your wish for America's 250th!
2026-06-16 00:00:00 2026-06-16 23:59:00 America/Chicago Wish Wall As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together. Center Street Branch -

Tuesday, June 16
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Add to Calendar 2026-06-16 00:00:00 2026-06-16 23:59:00 America/Chicago Wish Wall As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together. Center Street Branch -

As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.

Join Milwaukee Public Library and hundreds of museums, libraries and community organizations across the country in sharing your wish for America on the Wish Wall. Part of a national project led by Made By Us. Together, we're building a living archive of our shared hopes for what comes next. Stop by one of our Wish Walls and add your voice to history. 

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Government & Civic Literacy | Cultural Heritage |

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Center Street Branch
Phone: 414-286-3000
Branch manager
Mary Lopez
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We're open 10:00AM to 6:00PM

Mon, May 25 Closed
(Memorial Day Weekend)
Tue, May 26 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 27 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, May 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, May 29 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 30 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 31 Closed
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Typing Basics
Fri, May 29, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Computer Lab
Learn to be more confident in your typing skills!
Milwaukee County DHHS Aging and Disabilities Services
Fri, May 29, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Circulation Desk Resource Table
Connect with the Milwaukee County team to learn about available programs.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Mon, Jun 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.
Milwaukee County DHHS Aging and Disabilities Services
Mon, Jun 01, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Circulation Desk Resource Table
Connect with the Milwaukee County team to learn about available programs.
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.
Career Lab
Tue, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab
Get guidance as you go through the steps of job hunting.
Game Night
Tue, Jun 02, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Other - See description for location
Join us for an evening of gaming at the library.
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.
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.
Summer Reading Kickoff
Fri, Jun 05, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Other - See description for location
Stop by to celebrate the warm months and the annual Summer Reading Program.
Summer Reading Kick Off - Summer Reading Kick Off
Fri, Jun 05, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult Reference Desk Resource Table,Behind Adult Reference Desk Resource Table,Circulation Desk Resource Table,Community Room,Conference Room
SRP Kick Off
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.
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.
Movie Night
Mon, Jun 08, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room
Watch a movie at the library!
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.
Game Night
Tue, Jun 09, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Other - See description for location
Join us for an evening of gaming at the library.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Wed, Jun 10, All day
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Help for Homeless Veterans - with the VA HCHV Outreach Program
Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult Reference Desk Resource Table
A coordinator from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) Program will provide Veterans with information on resources and programs.
Story Time
Wed, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Other - See description for location
Young children and their caregiver are invited to a story time filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays designed to help little ones develop important literacy skills. Held in the children's room.
Read, Craft, Play
Wed, Jun 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Other - See description for location
Drop by the children's room to play a game, make a craft, hear about great new books, and meet our new children's librarian, Emily!
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Thu, Jun 11, All day
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Tech-splanation @ MPL
Thu, Jun 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
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! 
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Fri, Jun 12, All day
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
ArtLab
Fri, Jun 12, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Conference Room
Calling all teens and tweens: Art Lab is a dedicated space to experiment with a variety of art supplies and mediums. Try out new art supplies and learn new techniques for creative expression.
Builders Club
Fri, Jun 12, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Other - See description for location
Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together. Held in the children's room.
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.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Tue, Jun 16, All day
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we're inviting everyone to reflect on the future we want to build together.
Game Night
Tue, Jun 16, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Other - See description for location
Join us for an evening of gaming at the library.
Tech-splanation @ MPL
Tue, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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! 
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Wed, Jun 17, All day
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
Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Other - See description for location
Young children and their caregiver are invited to a story time filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays designed to help little ones develop important literacy skills. Held in the children's room.
Read, Craft, Play
Wed, Jun 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Other - See description for location
Drop by the children's room to play a game, make a craft, hear about great new books, and meet our new children's librarian, Emily!
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.
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.
Resume Workshop
Mon, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Computer Lab
Learn how to make a resume.
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.
Milwaukee County DHHS Aging and Disabilities Services
Tue, Jun 23, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Circulation Desk Resource Table
Connect with the Milwaukee County team to learn about available programs.
Game Night
Tue, Jun 23, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Other - See description for location
Join us for an evening of gaming at the library.
Wish Wall - Share your wish for America's 250th!
Wed, Jun 24, All day
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
Wed, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Other - See description for location
Young children and their caregiver are invited to a story time filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays designed to help little ones develop important literacy skills. Held in the children's room.
Read, Craft, Play
Wed, Jun 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Other - See description for location
Drop by the children's room to play a game, make a craft, hear about great new books, and meet our new children's librarian, Emily!
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.
Bembé Drum & Dance
Thu, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room
Join Bembé Drum & Dance for an Afro-Latino drum and dance presentation and workshop on the musical tradition of Puerto Rican Bomba!
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.
Builders Club
Fri, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Other - See description for location
Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together. Held in the children's room.
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.
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