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Read; Craft; Play

Read; Craft; Play

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

Aug 4 · Aug 11

Craft, play games, and hear about new books at Bay View Branch. Meet the new children's librarian, Liz.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

Creative Sparks

Creative Sparks

Milwaukee Public Library - Good Hope Branch·Milwaukee

Free creative sessions at Good Hope Branch. Tie-dye pillowcases in June, bestie bracelets in July, and slime in August.

For kids · Teen

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Curiosity Crew: The Squish & Splatter Studio

TUE AUG 42:30PM

Curiosity Crew: The Squish & Splatter Studio

The Little Village Play Cafe·Wauwatosa

Aug 4 · Aug 5 · Aug 6

This three-day camp at The Little Village Play Cafe is a creative haven for young kids and their caregivers. Focused on sensory play and imaginative discovery, it’s a chance for little ones to explore art in a fun, hands-on way. Expect vibrant activities like finger painting and color-changing jars. Caregivers stay and join in the fun, making it a bonding experience.

For kids · Preschool

Snack Hack: Kids Kitchen

Snack Hack: Kids Kitchen

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

Weekly kids' cooking sessions at Mitchell Street Branch. Hands-on lessons and snacks, all supplies included.

Cooking Classes

Storytime in the Secret Garden

TUE AUG 46:15PM

Storytime in the Secret Garden

Milwaukee Public Library - Tippecanoe Branch·South Side, Milwaukee

30-min storytime for ages 0–5 at Tippecanoe Branch.

For kids · Babies & Toddlers and Preschool

Porch Play: Story 8

WED AUG 5ALL DAY

Porch Play: Story 8

Pink's Accessible Theater House (PATH)·Walker's Point, Milwaukee

Porch Play offers a unique chance for kids to dive into storytelling with Frederick the Mouse. This sensory-immersive session is perfect for young actors wanting to explore their skills in a supportive environment. Held at Pink's Accessible Theater House, it's a great way for kids and caregivers to bond over creativity.

For kids · Preschool and Elementary

Cookie Excavation

WED AUG 51:30PM

Cookie Excavation

Shorewood Public Library·Shorewood

Excavate chocolate chips from cookies at the Library Program Room. Free fun for ages 5–11 with an adult.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

Read with Me Therapy Dogs

Read with Me Therapy Dogs

Shorewood Public Library·Shorewood

Read with therapy dogs at the library on August 5. Free 15-minute sessions for kids in grades 5K–5.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

Guided Meditation for Kids

WED AUG 54:30PM

Guided Meditation for Kids

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center·Wauwatosa, Milwaukee

Every Wednesday

Free guided meditation for kids at Hawthorn Glen. Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 pm, exploring mindfulness and relaxation.

For kids · Preschool to Teen

Showchoir Performers

Showchoir Performers

M3L STUDIOS·Milwaukee

This week-long camp is perfect for young performers eager to shine. Kids aged 5-10 will learn singing and dancing, culminating in a show choir performance. It's a great way to build confidence and have fun. Be sure to check out their performances around Brookfield later in the summer!

For kids · Elementary

Mad Science: Optic Wonders

Mad Science: Optic Wonders

Lydell School & Community Center·Whitefish Bay

Full-day Mad Science camp at Lydell themed around light, color, and optical illusions. Kids bend lasers around the room, dissect white light with special specs, watch a small indoor fireworks demo, play with mirror illusions, and build a periscope to take home.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

Story Time in the Garden

Story Time in the Garden

Alice's Garden·Sherman Park, Milwaukee

Enjoy a delightful story session in the serene setting of Alice's Garden Urban Farm. Each month, a librarian from the Milwaukee Public Library brings tales to life. Arrive early to explore the garden and maybe bring a blanket to sit on.

Picnic 'n' Pages with MPL at the Urban Ecology Center

Picnic 'n' Pages with MPL at the Urban Ecology Center

Urban Ecology Center - Menomonee Valley / Silver City·Menomonee Valley, Milwaukee

Free outdoor reading and STEAM activities at the Urban Ecology Center. Perfect for kids K-6 and their families.

For kids · Babies & Toddlers and Preschool

Teen Escape Room - 80's Edition

Teen Escape Room - 80's Edition

Shorewood Public Library·Shorewood

Program for ages 13–17 at Library Program Room.

For kids · Teen

Traveling Tales for Tots

Traveling Tales for Tots

Hamilton High School·Milwaukee

Nature story time at Hamilton for tots. Craft, outdoor exploration, and meet an education ambassador animal.

Storytime

ArtLab

FRI AUG 73:30PM

ArtLab

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

Every other Friday

Free Art Lab at Center Street Branch for teens and tweens. Experiment with supplies and learn new techniques.

For kids · Teen

Animation Around the World

FRI AUG 73:30PM

Animation Around the World

Milwaukee Public Library - East Branch·East Side, Milwaukee

Aug 7 · Aug 21

Free animated movies from around the world at East Branch. Mondays from 3:30 to 5, for teens and tweens.

For kids · Teen

Falls Kids Fest

Falls Kids Fest

Menomonee Dog Park·Menomonee Falls

Falls Kids Fest is a lively day packed with free activities and games for children of all ages. Hosted at Menomonee Falls Village Park, it's a great way to enjoy a summer day with the family. Expect performances, interactive games, and plenty of opportunities for kids to play and explore. Arrive early to find good parking and bring sunscreen!

For kids · Elementary

Mad Science: Lab Works

SAT AUG 89:30AM

Mad Science: Lab Works

Hamilton High School·Milwaukee

Kids suit up as scientists at Hamilton. Use real lab tools to test, measure, and mix in a mini-lab.

For kids · Elementary to Teen

Sparking Toddlers Vivid Vocabulary

Sparking Toddlers Vivid Vocabulary

Milwaukee Public Library - Villard Square Branch·Milwaukee

Free vocabulary-building workshop at Villard Square Branch on August 8. Learn through play and explore language-building books.

Workshops

SUN AUG 98:30PM

Movies in the Park: Inside Out 2

Rotating MKE-area parks·Milwaukee

Free Saturday outdoor screening of Inside Out 2 at dusk. Location rotates — verify the host park.

Movies in the Park
Family Movie Nights

Whittlers: Wood Culture

Lynden Sculpture Garden·River Hills

Five days of hand-tool woodworking for kids and teens 10–15 at Lynden's back acres. Campers make their own fixed-blade carving knives then use them on green wood carving projects. Returning campers and first-timers both welcome; prior carving experience not required.

For kids · Tween and Teen

K-POP Anime Drawing Workshop

K-POP Anime Drawing Workshop

Lydell School & Community Center·Whitefish Bay

Five-day Young Rembrandts workshop for kids 6-12 who are into K-pop and anime drawing. Each day, students draw anime characters in K-pop styling — specialty eyes, outfits, stage poses — on 11x17 paper using color pencils, Sharpies, and markers. One week of mornings at Lydell.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

Little Wonders for Twos: Water is Wonderful

MON AUG 109:30AM

Little Wonders for Twos: Water is Wonderful

Wehr Nature Center·Franklin

A delightful morning for toddlers and their caregivers at Wehr Nature Center. Kids will love the hands-on water activities and creating a sparkly wave bottle. Bring a change of clothes for the little ones, as splashing is encouraged. Don't forget to register online in advance!