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TUE AUG 46:15PM
Family
Storytime in the Secret Garden
Milwaukee Public Library - Tippecanoe BranchSouth Side, Milwaukee
Every Tuesday
30-min storytime for ages 0–5 at Tippecanoe Branch.
For kids · Babies & Toddlers and Preschool
Free
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WED AUG 51:30PM
Family
Cookie Excavation
Shorewood Public LibraryShorewood
Excavate chocolate chips from cookies at the Library Program Room. Free fun for ages 5–11 with an adult.
For kids · Elementary and Tween
Free
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WED AUG 56PM
Classes & Workshops
Macrame Plant Hangers
Milwaukee Marshall High SchoolMilwaukee
Macrame plant hangers at Milwaukee Marshall on Wednesday. Learn knotting techniques and add beads, $9 for residents.
- Workshops
$9–$14
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WED AUG 510:30AM
Community
Entrepreneur Drop-In Hours
Milwaukee Public Library - Central LibraryDowntown, Milwaukee
Every month
Free one-on-one business support at Central Library on August 5. Bring your questions and goals, no appointment needed.
- Workshops
Free
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WED AUG 54:30PM
Family
Guided Meditation for Kids
MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education CenterWauwatosa, 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
Free
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THU AUG 610AM
Outdoors & Nature
Tai Chi Walking
Wehr Nature CenterFranklin
Experience the calming practice of Tai Chi Walking at Wehr Nature Center. Led by Reverend Jenny Miller, this session blends Tai Chi with walking, promoting relaxation and balance. It's a great way to connect with nature and find inner peace. Dress comfortably and enjoy the serene outdoor setting.
- Yoga
Free
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THU AUG 61PM
Family
Picnic 'n' Pages with MPL at the Urban Ecology Center
Urban Ecology Center - Menomonee Valley / Silver CityMenomonee 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
Free
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THU AUG 62PM
Arts & Culture
Bucket Drumming
Milwaukee Public Library - Bay View BranchBay View, Milwaukee
Bucket drumming at Bay View Branch on August 6. Make music, learn rhythms, and tell your story with a drum.
For kids · Elementary and Tween
Free
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THU AUG 64PM
Community
Wii For All
Milwaukee Public Library - Capitol BranchMilwaukee
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.
For kids · Teen
Free
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FRI AUG 7ALL DAY
Talks & Lectures
Great Lakes Small Streams
Milwaukee Public Library - Central LibraryDowntown, Milwaukee
Explore the Great Lakes' impact on Wisconsin at Central Library. Free all day on August 7, 2026.
- Lectures
Free
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FRI AUG 7ALL DAY
Community
Summer Reading Ends
Shorewood Public LibraryShorewood
Summer reading wraps up on August 7. No cost to participate.
Free
SAT AUG 86AM
Family
Falls Kids Fest
Menomonee Dog ParkMenomonee 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
Free
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SAT AUG 810AM
Family
Sparking Toddlers Vivid Vocabulary
Milwaukee Public Library - Villard Square BranchMilwaukee
Free vocabulary-building workshop at Villard Square Branch on August 8. Learn through play and explore language-building books.
- Workshops
Free
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SAT AUG 81PM
Arts & Culture
Richard III - Puppet Edition
Kern ParkShorewood, Milwaukee
Catch the puppet version of Richard III at Kern Park!
- Theater
Free
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SUN AUG 91PM
Arts & Culture
Richard III - Puppet Edition
Wisconsin Avenue ParkWauwatosa
Catch a puppet rendition of Shakespeare's Richard III at Wisconsin Avenue Park!
- Theater
Free
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SUN AUG 98AM
Outdoors & Nature
Wehr Birders
Wehr Nature CenterFranklin
Every Sunday
Join fellow bird enthusiasts for a relaxed Sunday morning hike at Wehr Nature Center. It's a welcoming space for all experience levels, so bring your binoculars and curiosity. There's no fee, but non-members should bring $5 for parking. Arrive early to snag a good spot.
- Group Hikes
$5
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MON AUG 104PM
Family
The Amazing Amazon
Milwaukee Public Library - Central LibraryDowntown, Milwaukee
Free hands-on learning about the Amazon Rainforest at Central Library. Make your own rain stick to take home.
For kids · Babies & Toddlers and Preschool
Free
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MON AUG 106PM
Classes & Workshops
Business Plan Toolkit
Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King BranchRiverwest, Milwaukee
Free business plan workshop at Martin Luther King Branch. Learn tools and models to research your plan and find customers.
- Workshops
Free
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TUE AUG 111PM
Family
Get Wild Wisconsin
Milwaukee Public Library - Washington Park BranchSherman Park, Milwaukee
Free wildlife exploration at Washington Park Branch on August 11. Discover plants, animals, and how to protect their habitats.
For kids · Elementary and Tween
Free
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THU AUG 1310:30AM
Family
Family Play and Learn - Down on the Farm
Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King BranchRiverwest, Milwaukee
Free family playtime at Martin Luther King Branch on August 13. Talk, sing, read, and unleash your imaginations together.
For kids · Babies & Toddlers and Preschool
Free
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THU AUG 1310:30AM
Classes & Workshops
ChatGPT Unlocked
Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King BranchRiverwest, Milwaukee
Free ChatGPT class at Martin Luther King Branch on August 13. No experience needed; boost your skills for work or school.
- Classes
Free
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THU AUG 133PM
Family
Touch a Truck!
Milwaukee Public Library - Atkinson BranchNorth Side, Milwaukee
Meet the operators and explore a Milwaukee DPW vehicle at Atkinson Branch. Free on August 13 from 3 to 4 PM.
For kids · Babies & Toddlers and Preschool
Free
THU AUG 136PM
Music
Sunset Concert Series: The Powerhouse Horns
Menomonee Dog ParkMenomonee Falls
Enjoy a summer evening with The Powerhouse Horns at Menomonee Falls Village Park. This free concert is part of the Sunset Concert Series, offering a family-friendly atmosphere with live music. Arrive early to grab a good spot and maybe bring a picnic to enjoy during the show.
- Concerts
- Jazz
- Funk
Free
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THU AUG 137PM
Classes & Workshops
Hawthorn Glen Adult Actors
MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education CenterWauwatosa, Milwaukee
Adult acting class at Hawthorn Glen, Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 pm. Work on body movement and audience interaction for $15.
- Classes
$15–$23