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Building Club

3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Center Street Branch
Build with Magnatiles, LEGOs®, and more!
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Paint a Piggy Bank

3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Center Street Branch
Conference Room
Stop in anytime from 3-5:30 to paint a piggy bank to keep and take home once it dries. This event is free and open to all, while supplies last.
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Saturday Youth Program with Milwaukee Repertory Theater

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Center Street Branch
Community Room

In partnership with Milwaukee Recreation, Milwaukee Repertory Theater is proud to offer FREE "Drama FUN-damentals" workshops on Saturdays this spring! 

"Drama FUN-damentals" introduces students to the basics of theater and acting through games, activities, and performance opportunities, while building on their skills of cooperation, concentration and creativity. Classes offered: Reader's Theater - Calling all book lovers! Bring your favorite books to life through acting, art and more; Play On! - Explore the world of theater through skill-building games. Perfect for acting beginners! 

This 8-week series of drama-filled fun will take place every Saturday from April 13-June 8, 2024 (no class May 25 to observe Memorial Day). Additionally, each location will provide a FREE meal to participants! Breakfast: 9:00-9:30 am; Classes: 9:30-11:30 am. To register, please visit: tinyurl.com/SpringDramaFunMKERep

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After School @ MPL

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Center Street Branch

After School @ MPL. Join us Monday through Thursday from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Drop in for an hour of homework help followed by an hour of fun hands-on activities featuring STEAM opportunities, IT exploration, and literacy skill development. 3:00-4:00-Homework Help; 4:00-5:00-Hands-on activities. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult. MPL after school is the place to be!

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After School @ MPL

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Center Street Branch

After School @ MPL. Join us Monday through Thursday from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Drop in for an hour of homework help followed by an hour of fun hands-on activities featuring STEAM opportunities, IT exploration, and literacy skill development. 3:00-4:00-Homework Help; 4:00-5:00-Hands-on activities. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult. MPL after school is the place to be!

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After School @ MPL

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Center Street Branch

After School @ MPL. Join us Monday through Thursday from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Drop in for an hour of homework help followed by an hour of fun hands-on activities featuring STEAM opportunities, IT exploration, and literacy skill development. 3:00-4:00-Homework Help; 4:00-5:00-Hands-on activities. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult. MPL after school is the place to be!

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Story Time with Play Group

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Center Street Branch
A 20-minute story time for children and their parents or guardian is followed by open play time with a variety of age-appropriate, educational toys. Story time includes plenty of fingerplays, songs, or other participatory activities that help children learn important literacy skills.
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After School @ MPL

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Center Street Branch

After School @ MPL. Join us Monday through Thursday from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Drop in for an hour of homework help followed by an hour of fun hands-on activities featuring STEAM opportunities, IT exploration, and literacy skill development. 3:00-4:00-Homework Help; 4:00-5:00-Hands-on activities. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult. MPL after school is the place to be!

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Building Club

3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Center Street Branch
Build with Magnatiles, LEGOs®, and more!
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Saturday Youth Program with Milwaukee Repertory Theater

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Center Street Branch
Conference Room

In partnership with Milwaukee Recreation, Milwaukee Repertory Theater is proud to offer FREE "Drama FUN-damentals" workshops on Saturdays this spring! 

"Drama FUN-damentals" introduces students to the basics of theater and acting through games, activities, and performance opportunities, while building on their skills of cooperation, concentration and creativity. Classes offered: Reader's Theater - Calling all book lovers! Bring your favorite books to life through acting, art and more; Play On! - Explore the world of theater through skill-building games. Perfect for acting beginners! 

This 8-week series of drama-filled fun will take place every Saturday from April 13-June 8, 2024 (no class May 25 to observe Memorial Day). Additionally, each location will provide a FREE meal to participants! Breakfast: 9:00-9:30 am; Classes: 9:30-11:30 am. To register, please visit: tinyurl.com/SpringDramaFunMKERep

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Poetry Program & Open Mic

12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Center Street Branch
Community Room
April is National Poetry Month. Join us at the Center Street Library for an afternoon of poetry. Visit with others, enjoy light refreshments, and experience the open mic portion hosted by local poet Kavon Cortez Jones.
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Career Navigator Job Help

1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Center Street Branch
Computer Lab
Career Navigators in the Worker Connection Program will host a table to promote their services and resources. Career Navigators will also assist patrons with creating their resumes and job searches. They will provide hands-on services by guiding patrons through the navigation system of employment.
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After School @ MPL

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Center Street Branch

After School @ MPL. Join us Monday through Thursday from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Drop in for an hour of homework help followed by an hour of fun hands-on activities featuring STEAM opportunities, IT exploration, and literacy skill development. 3:00-4:00-Homework Help; 4:00-5:00-Hands-on activities. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult. MPL after school is the place to be!

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After School @ MPL

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Center Street Branch

After School @ MPL. Join us Monday through Thursday from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Drop in for an hour of homework help followed by an hour of fun hands-on activities featuring STEAM opportunities, IT exploration, and literacy skill development. 3:00-4:00-Homework Help; 4:00-5:00-Hands-on activities. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult. MPL after school is the place to be!

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Employ Milwaukee Resource Table

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Center Street Branch

Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about employment opportunities, paid training programs, and much more.

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After School @ MPL

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Center Street Branch

After School @ MPL. Join us Monday through Thursday from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Drop in for an hour of homework help followed by an hour of fun hands-on activities featuring STEAM opportunities, IT exploration, and literacy skill development. 3:00-4:00-Homework Help; 4:00-5:00-Hands-on activities. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult. MPL after school is the place to be!

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Story Time with Play Group

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Center Street Branch
A 20-minute story time for children and their parents or guardian is followed by open play time with a variety of age-appropriate, educational toys. Story time includes plenty of fingerplays, songs, or other participatory activities that help children learn important literacy skills.
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Tech-splanation @ MPL

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Center Street Branch
You bring it in we’ll explain how to use it! Do you have a question about your smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device? Need help accessing library resources? Bring your device and questions to a librarian, we can help!
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After School @ MPL

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Center Street Branch

After School @ MPL. Join us Monday through Thursday from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Drop in for an hour of homework help followed by an hour of fun hands-on activities featuring STEAM opportunities, IT exploration, and literacy skill development. 3:00-4:00-Homework Help; 4:00-5:00-Hands-on activities. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult. MPL after school is the place to be!

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Coffee & Conversation

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Center Street Branch
Conference Room
Come and join us for coffee, tea and donuts. Meet the librarians and find out about some books to read. A different genre will be featured each month.
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Saturday Youth Program with Milwaukee Repertory Theater

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Center Street Branch
Community Room

In partnership with Milwaukee Recreation, Milwaukee Repertory Theater is proud to offer FREE "Drama FUN-damentals" workshops on Saturdays this spring! 

"Drama FUN-damentals" introduces students to the basics of theater and acting through games, activities, and performance opportunities, while building on their skills of cooperation, concentration and creativity. Classes offered: Reader's Theater - Calling all book lovers! Bring your favorite books to life through acting, art and more; Play On! - Explore the world of theater through skill-building games. Perfect for acting beginners! 

This 8-week series of drama-filled fun will take place every Saturday from April 13-June 8, 2024 (no class May 25 to observe Memorial Day). Additionally, each location will provide a FREE meal to participants! Breakfast: 9:00-9:30 am; Classes: 9:30-11:30 am. To register, please visit: tinyurl.com/SpringDramaFunMKERep

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After School @ MPL

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Center Street Branch

After School @ MPL. Join us Monday through Thursday from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Drop in for an hour of homework help followed by an hour of fun hands-on activities featuring STEAM opportunities, IT exploration, and literacy skill development. 3:00-4:00-Homework Help; 4:00-5:00-Hands-on activities. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult. MPL after school is the place to be!

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Aurora Mobile Health Clinic

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Center Street Branch
Community Room

Your health matters. Come talk to us! Aurora Mobile Health is providing free health services at Milwaukee Public Library Center Street Branch for community members. We are here to serve you and your healthcare needs. Services available include Consultation with a nurse practitioner (immediate care needs, medication review, one-on-one education, and goal setting) Consultation with a nurse practitioner for children, the guardian must be present (immediate needs, health questions, review milestones and safety) Health Screenings (blood pressure, blood sugar, depression, anxiety) Care Navigation and Referrals (connection to a medical home, behavioral health referrals, community resource referrals). Services are provided at no cost.

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After School @ MPL

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Center Street Branch

After School @ MPL. Join us Monday through Thursday from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Drop in for an hour of homework help followed by an hour of fun hands-on activities featuring STEAM opportunities, IT exploration, and literacy skill development. 3:00-4:00-Homework Help; 4:00-5:00-Hands-on activities. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult. MPL after school is the place to be!

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Milwaukee Mobile Crisis Tabling

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Center Street Branch

The MKE Mobile Crisis team will have a resource table to distribute harm reduction materials, including Narcan, fentanyl testing strips, and medication lock bags.

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