Community Events

SHOREWOOD VILLAGE CENTER·Shorewood

Wisconsin Rocks!

Program for 18+ at Shorewood Village Center.

Lectures

THU JUL 306PM

McKinley Park·East Side, Milwaukee

ArtBlaze

ArtBlaze transforms Milwaukee's beaches into vibrant hubs of creativity and community. With interactive art, local artisans, and bonfires, it's a perfect family outing. Bring a blanket and enjoy the beach vibes while supporting local talent.

Festivals

MON AUG 34PM

Milwaukee Public Library - Central Library·Downtown, Milwaukee

Community Murals

Create a community mural at Central Library. Get inspired by Sol LeWitt's wall drawings on August 3.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

Creating Art and Reducing Plastic - Shorewood Waters Project

TUE AUG 41:30PM

Shorewood Village Center·Shorewood

Creating Art and Reducing Plastic - Shorewood Waters Project

Free art session at the Village Center on August 4. Create while learning to reduce plastic waste.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

TUE AUG 42PM

Lydell School & Community Center·Whitefish Bay

Premier World Discovery Travel Show

Afternoon presentation at Lydell on Premier World Discovery's 2026 group travel packages, with cookies and coffee. Lawanna Lambert walks through itineraries, accommodations, and pricing. Single travelers can email Lawanna ahead (llambert@premierworlddiscovery.com) to set up a post-talk meet to find possible roommates.

Lectures

Varies

TUE AUG 44:30PM

Milwaukee Public Library - Villard Square Branch·Milwaukee

Shrinky Dink Social

Create and swap Shrinky Dinks at Villard Square Branch. Make jewelry, keychains, and charms, all for free.

Back 2 School Locker Glow Up

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

Create a customized magnetic mirror for your locker at Bay View Branch. Free on August 4 from 4:30 to 6 PM.

Book Nook

Every Tuesday

Join a free book discussion at the Library Program Room on August 4 from 1 to 2:30 PM. Connect over your latest read.

Book Clubs

TUE AUG 43:30PM

Milwaukee Public Library - East Branch·East Side, Milwaukee

Gutsy Gourmet

Every Tuesday

Taste-test global flavors at East Branch on August 4. Each month features a different familiar food.

PM Book Club

Every month

1-hour book club for 18+ at Program Room.

Book Clubs

THU AUG 63PM

Teen Escape Room - 80's Edition

Milwaukee Public Library - Capitol Branch·Milwaukee

5 dates · Aug 6–Aug 20

Program for ages 13–17 at Library Program Room.

Wii For All

Aug 6 · Aug 20

Wii gaming at Capitol Branch on August 6. Snacks and juice are provided, so beat the heat and have some fun.

Summer Reading Ends

Summer reading wraps up on August 7. No cost to participate.

FRI AUG 79AM

Wehr Nature Center·Franklin

Wehr Camera Club

Every month

Capture nature's beauty with Wehr Camera Club's monthly meet at Wehr Nature Center.

Workshops

SAT AUG 1510AM

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

Ask A Genealogist!

Free genealogy help at Bay View Branch on August 15, 2026. MCGS members will answer questions and share search strategies.

Workshops

SUN AUG 167PM

Schoetz Park·Hales Corners

Downtown Employee Appreciation Week

5 dates · Aug 16–Aug 20

Downtown Employee Appreciation Week is a celebration for those who keep Milwaukee running. Expect daily giveaways, fun office games, and special discounts. It's a great chance to bond with coworkers and enjoy some well-deserved perks. Plan to hit at least three events for a shot at cool prizes.

Varies

MON AUG 172PM

Milwaukee Public Library - Atkinson Branch·North Side, Milwaukee

Epic Circuits

Free electronics basics at Atkinson Branch. Conduct experiments and let your imagination soar.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

MON AUG 175PM

Milwaukee Public Library - Villard Square Branch·Milwaukee

MPD District 7 Crime & Saefty Meeting

1-hour meeting for all ages at Villard Square Branch.

MON AUG 176:30PM

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

Adult Story Time

1-hour storytime for 18+ at Martin Luther King Branch.

Storytime

TUE AUG 188AM