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Civics and Elections

Civics and Elections

Milwaukee Public Library - Mitchell Street Branch·Walker's Point, Milwaukee

Free civics and elections help at Mitchell Street Branch. Absentee ballots, voter registration, games, and kids' performances.

For kids · Babies & Toddlers and Preschool

MKE Critical Mass

MKE Critical Mass

Red Arrow Park·Downtown, Milwaukee

Monthly bike ride through Milwaukee starting at Red Arrow Park.

Group Bike Rides

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Game Night - Switched Up!

Game Night - Switched Up!

OASIS Community Center·Menomonee Valley, Milwaukee

7-week class · starts Jun 30

Tuesday nights at OASIS are for gaming. Play Nintendo Switch, classic Wii, and more from 6–8pm.

Board Game Nights

Wacky First Wednesday

Wacky First Wednesday

Mitchell Park Domes Horticulture Conservatory·Menomonee Valley, Milwaukee

Discover a whimsical morning at the Mitchell Park Domes with Wacky First Wednesday. Each month offers a new theme tied to nature and wellness, making it a delightful way to explore the Domes. Perfect for families, and no need to register in advance—just show up and enjoy.

For kids · Babies & Toddlers to Tween

with admission · members

Thursday Nights at MAM

Thursday Nights at MAM

Milwaukee Art Museum·Downtown, Milwaukee

Jul 2 · Jul 9 · Aug 13

Art, music, and drinks in a stunning setting — pay what you wish and enjoy a cultural evening.

Happy Hours

Pay what you can

League of Women Voters Milwaukee County

MON JUL 612:30PM

League of Women Voters Milwaukee County

Milwaukee Public Library - Zablocki Branch·Milwaukee

Jul 6 · Jul 30

Free voter registration and verification at Zablocki Branch. July 6 from 12:30 to 2:30 pm.

Death Café at the East Branch Library

Death Café at the East Branch Library

Milwaukee Public Library - East Branch·East Side, Milwaukee

Talk about death over coffee and snacks at East Branch. Free, participant-led gathering on July 7.

Workshops

Creative Sparks

Creative Sparks

Milwaukee Public Library - Good Hope Branch·Milwaukee

Free creative fun at Good Hope Branch. Tie-dye pillowcases, make bestie bracelets, or slime on July 7.

For kids · Teen

Clear Out Your Inbox

Clear Out Your Inbox

Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street Branch·Sherman Park, Milwaukee

Free email cleanup at Center Street Branch on July 8. Bring your device and learn to delete, sort, and unsubscribe.

Classes

Help for Homeless Veterans

Help for Homeless Veterans

Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street Branch·Sherman Park, Milwaukee

Free resource info for homeless veterans at Center Street Branch. Get housing, medical, and social service support.

Entrepreneur Drop-In Hours

WED JUL 812:30PM

Entrepreneur Drop-In Hours

Milwaukee Public Library - Villard Square Branch·Milwaukee

Jul 8 · Jul 22

Free one-on-one support with the Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Villard Square. Bring your questions and business goals.

Community Mending Night

Community Mending Night

River Press MKE·Riverwest, Milwaukee

Monthly community mending night — bring your worn clothes for repair.

Workshops

Touch a Truck

Touch a Truck

Milwaukee Public Library - Capitol Branch·Milwaukee

Free exploration of Milwaukee's Department of Public Works vehicles at Capitol Branch. Meet the operators and check out the equipment.

For kids · Babies & Toddlers and Preschool

Origami O'Clock

Origami O'Clock

Milwaukee Public Library - Capitol Branch·Milwaukee

Jul 10 · Jul 17

Free origami at Capitol Branch every Friday in July. Show off your creations in the library.

For kids · Teen

Wehr Camera Club

Wehr Camera Club

Wehr Nature Center·Franklin

Join the Wehr Camera Club for a morning of nature photography and community. This club has been a staple for 40 years, offering competitions and educational programs. It's a great way to connect with fellow photography enthusiasts and learn new skills. Bring your camera and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Wehr Nature Center.

Workshops

Tabletop Role-playing Gaming

Tabletop Role-playing Gaming

Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King Branch·Riverwest, Milwaukee

Jul 11 · Aug 8

Free tabletop role-playing games at Martin Luther King Branch. July 11 from 10am to 2pm. Bring your character and dice.

D&D Sessions

I'M Retired...Now What Do I Do with the Rest of My Life?

I'M Retired...Now What Do I Do with the Rest of My Life?

Lydell School & Community Center·Whitefish Bay

3-week class · starts Jul 14

Retirement coaching class at Lydell with Linda McGuire, a Certified Retirement Options Coach. Designed for people approaching retirement or already in it who want to think structurally about what's next: forgotten passions, life balance, goal-setting. Mix of presentations, discussions, and small-group reflection. Tuesday evenings.

Lectures

Teen Anime Club

THU JUL 161:30PM

Teen Anime Club

Shorewood Public Library·Shorewood

Jul 16 · Jul 30 · Aug 13

Free Teen Anime Club at the Library Program Room. Join fellow fans on July 16 from 1:30 to 3 PM.

For kids · Teen

Do It yourself Croc Charms

Do It yourself Croc Charms

Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street Branch·Sherman Park, Milwaukee

Craft your own charms for Crocs at Center Street Branch. Bring your creativity and your favorite pair, free event.

For kids · Teen

Puzzle Corner

Puzzle Corner

Milwaukee Public Library - Good Hope Branch·Milwaukee

Jul 17 · Aug 14

Free puzzle games at Good Hope Branch on July 17. Jigsaw, crosswords, Sudoku, and more, all outside.

Board Game Nights

Cars on the River

Cars on the River

The Tap Yard - Milwaukee·Bronzeville, Milwaukee

Check out Cars on the River at The Tap Yard in Milwaukee. It's a great spot to see cool cars and bikes while enjoying craft beers by the river. Get there early to snag a good spot and enjoy the lively atmosphere.

Moth Night for Adults

SAT JUL 187:30PM

Moth Night for Adults

Wehr Nature Center·Franklin

Dive into the fascinating world of moths at Wehr Nature Center's Moth Night. This event combines an indoor presentation with outdoor moth monitoring, making it a unique way to engage with nature. Bring a flashlight and dress for the weather, as you'll be outside after dark. It's a great chance to learn and contribute to community science.

Lectures

Death Café at the Bay View Branch Library

Death Café at the Bay View Branch Library

Milwaukee Public Library - Bay View Branch·Bay View, Milwaukee

Free Death Café at Bay View Branch. Talk about life and death with others, all while enjoying light refreshments.

Panels

Blue Duke Freshman Academy

Blue Duke Freshman Academy

Whitefish Bay High School·Whitefish Bay

Four-day orientation for incoming WFB freshmen, taught by WFBHS teacher Anna Gibson in the Library Media Center. Kids tour the building, walk their actual schedule, sign up for extracurriculars, set up their student Google Drive, and pick up note-taking and study skills. Ends with a picnic lunch at the WFB Community Garden — bring a bag lunch the last day.

For kids · Elementary to Teen