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Teen Zone

Milwaukee Public Library - Bay View BranchBay View, Milwaukee

Jun 16 · Jul 14

Free gaming at Bay View Branch for teens. Snacks, Nintendo Switch, and board games await.

Game Night

Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street BranchSherman Park, Milwaukee

Every Tuesday

Game night at Center Street Branch, June 16 from 5 to 7:30 PM. Free fun with friends and family.

Board Game Nights

Riverwalk Commons Concert Series

Burns CommonsDowntown, Milwaukee

Every other Tuesday

The Riverwalk Commons Concert Series is back, bringing live music to Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward. Enjoy nine evenings of diverse performances under the freeway, creating a unique urban vibe. Arrive early to grab a good spot and maybe a bite from nearby eateries.

Concerts

Death Cafe

Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King BranchRiverwest, Milwaukee

Every month

Talk about death and dying at the free Death Café on June 16 at Martin Luther King Branch. It's participant-led with no agenda.

Workshops

Drop-in Dungeons & Dragons

Shorewood Public LibraryShorewood

Jun 16 · Jun 23 · Jun 30

Free drop-in Dungeons & Dragons at Shorewood Public Library. Ages 16 and up welcome, no experience needed.

D&D Sessions

Hidden Chapter Book Club

Milwaukee Public Library - Central LibraryDowntown, Milwaukee

Every month

1-hour book club for 18+ at Central Library.

Book Clubs

Quiet Reading Club

Wauwatosa Public LibraryWauwatosa

Jun 16 · Jun 23

This is a perfect spot for kids to enjoy some quiet reading time during the summer. The library's story room offers a peaceful environment with plenty of books and fidgets to help young readers focus. No registration needed, just drop in and enjoy.

For kids · Elementary to Teen

Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Hot & Dirty Brass Band

Humboldt ParkSouth Side, Milwaukee

Every Tuesday

Weekly free summer concerts at Humboldt Park with local music and food trucks.

Indie Shows

Classic Movie Time

Milwaukee Public Library - Villard Square BranchMilwaukee

Watch The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman at Villard Square Branch. Free classic movie with a light snack, June 17.

Meet the Instrument Story Time

Milwaukee Public Library - Atkinson BranchNorth Side, Milwaukee

1-hour storytime for ages 0–5 at Atkinson Branch.

For kids · Babies & Toddlers and Preschool

Reimagining Recyclables: Milk Carton Birdhouses

Milwaukee Public Library - East BranchEast Side, Milwaukee

Craft a birdhouse from recycled milk cartons at East Branch on June 17. Free and creative fun for summer.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

Falcon Game Night

Flores HallSouth Side, Milwaukee

Falcon Game Night is a laid-back gathering for board and card game enthusiasts at Falcon Hall. Expect a welcoming vibe with big tables and cheap drinks. Whether you're a seasoned player or just curious, bring your own games or join others. It's a community-focused night, perfect for unwinding midweek.

Board Game Nights

Late Night Women's Soccer League

Pulaski ParkSouth Side, Milwaukee

Free late-night women's soccer league at Pulaski for ages 17–35. Saturdays and Wednesdays from 6:30 to 11 PM.

Story Time

Wauwatosa Public LibraryWauwatosa

Jun 17 · Jun 23 · Jun 24

Story Time at the Wauwatosa Public Library is a delightful way for kids aged 3-6 to engage with stories, songs, and activities that boost early literacy. It's a welcoming space where children can explore independently or with family. No registration needed, so just drop by and enjoy the fun.

For kids · Preschool and Elementary

Help for Homeless Veterans

Milwaukee Public Library - Central LibraryDowntown, Milwaukee

Every month

Free resource session for homeless veterans at Central Library. Get info on housing, medical treatment, and social services.

Bilingual Storytime

Mitchell Park Domes Horticulture ConservatoryMenomonee Valley, Milwaukee

Every Wednesday

Bilingual storytime in a beautiful setting — perfect for kids and parents alike.

For kids · Babies & Toddlers and Preschool

Free

with admission · members

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Storytime at the Domes

Mitchell Park Domes Horticulture ConservatoryMenomonee Valley, Milwaukee

Storytime at the Domes is a delightful weekly event perfect for families with young children. Held in the lush surroundings of the Mitchell Park Domes, it offers a cozy setting for kids to enjoy stories. Arrive early to explore the gardens, and don't miss the bilingual sessions on the last Wednesday of each month.

For kids · Babies & Toddlers and Preschool

Free

with admission · members

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