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WED AUG 1912:30PM
Talks & Lectures
History @ Noon
Milwaukee Public Library - Zablocki BranchMilwaukee
Free history talk at Zablocki Branch on August 19. View images of the Central Library's changes over 125 years.
- Lectures
Free
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WED AUG 196PM
Sports & Fitness
Discover Scuba Diving
WFB High SchoolWhitefish Bay
PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience for ages 10 and up in the WFB High School fieldhouse pool. A real first try with scuba gear - learn to breathe underwater, run through basic skills and safety rules, and find out whether full certification is worth pursuing. No experience required. Wednesday evening session.
- Classes
$65–$75
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THU AUG 204PM
Family
Milwaukee Public Museum: Dinosaur Hunt
Milwaukee Public Library - Center Street BranchSherman Park, Milwaukee
Travel back to the Mesozoic Era at Center Street Branch. Learn about dinosaurs and the scientists who study them.
For kids · Elementary and Tween
Free
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THU AUG 206:30PM
Talks & Lectures
Devin Thomas O'Shea: The Veiled Prophet Conversation
Boswell Book CompanyEast Side, Milwaukee
Dive into the hidden history of St. Louis with Devin Thomas O'Shea as he discusses his book on the Veiled Prophet Society. This in-store event at Boswell Book Company offers a chance to hear from O'Shea and UWM Professor Jocelyn Szczepaniak-Gillece. Arrive early to grab a good seat and maybe a coffee from the nearby café.
- Author Talks
Varies
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FRI AUG 212PM
Outdoors & Nature
Friday Afield: Rainbow Airport
Rainbow ParkWest Allis
Explore the hidden beauty of Milwaukee County's prairie on this guided ecology walk at Rainbow Airport. It's a rare chance to go off-trail and learn about native flowers in their natural habitat. Bring your waterproof boots and bug spray, and be ready for an adventure through wetlands.
- Group Hikes
$7–$10
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SAT AUG 221PM
Classes & Workshops
Fall in Love With Books
Milwaukee Public Library - Mitchell Street BranchWalker's Point, Milwaukee
Meet Milwaukee's poets, authors, and storytellers at Mitchell Street Branch. Enjoy live readings, workshops, and more.
- Author Talks
- Book Clubs
Free
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SAT AUG 222:30PM
Family
Vision Boards!
Milwaukee Public Library - Tippecanoe BranchSouth Side, Milwaukee
Create vision boards at Tippecanoe Branch on August 22. Use stickers, paint, and collage to express your ideas.
For kids · Teen
Free
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SAT AUG 224PM
Outdoors & Nature
Brews and Botany
Wehr Nature CenterFranklin
Discover the world of plant-based drinks at Wehr Nature Center's "Brews and Botany." Sample craft beer, kombucha, coffee, and tea in a scenic setting with live music. Enjoy a botanical hike with trivia and grab a bite from an artisanal food truck. It's a perfect blend of nature and flavor. Free parking makes it even sweeter.
- Tastings
$20–$25
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MON AUG 248:30AM
Family
Mad Science Brix - Junior Engineering Camp
MKE REC Beulah Brinton Community CenterBay View, Milwaukee
Junior engineering camp at Beulah Brinton on August 24. Build bridges and motorized vehicles with LEGO bricks.
For kids · Elementary to Teen
$90–$110
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MON AUG 245:30PM
Classes & Workshops
Move Grass Class--Extending the Harvest
Milwaukee Public Library - Martin Luther King BranchRiverwest, Milwaukee
Harvest strategies and preservation tips at Martin Luther King Branch. Free class on August 24, 5:30–7:30pm.
- Cooking Classes
Free
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MON AUG 245:30PM
Classes & Workshops
Extending the Harvest
Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community CenterBronzeville, Milwaukee
Harvest with confidence and prepare for fall—learn smart harvesting strategies and how to preserve produce.
- Workshops
Free
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TUE AUG 2512PM
Community
Tech-splanation @ MPL
Milwaukee Public Library - Central LibraryDowntown, Milwaukee
Free tech help at Central Library on August 25. Bring your device and any questions for some simple solutions.
- Workshops
Free
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TUE AUG 251PM
Community
Tech-splanation @ MPL
Milwaukee Public Library - Tippecanoe BranchSouth Side, Milwaukee
Free tech help at Tippecanoe Branch, August 25 from 1 to 2 PM. Bring your device and questions for hands-on support.
Free
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WED AUG 2610AM
Community
Help for Homeless Veterans
Milwaukee Public Library - Zablocki BranchMilwaukee
Free resource session for veterans at Zablocki Branch. Get info on housing, medical care, and social services.
Free
WED AUG 262PM
Outdoors & Nature
Community Science: Pollinators
County Grounds ParkWauwatosa
4 dates · Aug 26–Oct 13
Dive into the world of bumble bees with this hands-on field survey at Waukesha County Parks. It's a chance to learn from experts and contribute to local conservation efforts. Bring your curiosity and a keen eye for spotting these vital pollinators. Perfect for nature lovers and those looking to make a difference.
- Workshops
Free
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WED AUG 263PM
Community
Intellectual Property Brief Advice Clinic
Milwaukee Public Library - Central LibraryDowntown, Milwaukee
Free intellectual property advice at Central Library. Meet with an attorney for brief consultations on August 26.
- Workshops
Free
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WED AUG 266PM
Talks & Lectures
Know Your Body 101
Shorewood Public LibraryShorewood
Aug 26 · Sep 23
Free all-ages tour of the human body at Library Program Room. Discover bones, brains, muscles, and more.
- Lectures
Free
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WED AUG 2610:30AM
Talks & Lectures
Osteoporosis
Freedom Physical Therapy ServicesWhitefish Bay
3-week class · starts Aug 26
Class on osteoporosis at Freedom Physical Therapy in Fox Point, led by Diane Ping (MPT, CMTPT). Single Wednesday morning session covering what osteoporosis is and how to live with and around it. Practical, clinician-led, no equipment needed.
- Lectures
- Classes
$30–$40
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THU AUG 2711AM
Community
Career Lab
Milwaukee Public Library - Good Hope BranchMilwaukee
Free career help at Good Hope Branch, last Thursday of every month, 11am to 1pm. Get guidance from librarians.
- Workshops
Free
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THU AUG 274PM
Family
Geek Out!
Milwaukee Public Library - Central LibraryDowntown, Milwaukee
Monthly geek culture program at Central Library for teens. Share your passion for all things nerdy, free.
For kids · Teen
Free
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FRI AUG 286PM
Classes & Workshops
Journeys in Spiritual Ecology Workshop
Wehr Nature CenterFranklin
This workshop series at Wehr Nature Center is a chance to deepen your connection with nature through Spiritual Ecology. Over six sessions, you'll explore values like compassion and interconnectedness. It's a great way to meet others who share your passion for the environment. Bring a notebook and an open mind.
- Workshops
$42–$60
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SAT AUG 2910AM
Outdoors & Nature
Basic Backyard Composting
Milwaukee Public Library - East BranchEast Side, Milwaukee
Free backyard composting program at East Branch on August 29. Learn how to compost and enter the raffle for a free bin.
- Lectures
Free
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SAT AUG 2911:30AM
Outdoors & Nature
Composting 102
Milwaukee Public Library - East BranchEast Side, Milwaukee
Dive deeper into composting at Milwaukee Public Library. Free session with gardening expert Melinda Myers on August 29.
- Lectures
Free
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SAT AUG 296:30PM
Talks & Lectures
Chuck Wendig: The Calamities
Boswell Book CompanyEast Side, Milwaukee
Chuck Wendig is coming to Boswell Book Company to discuss his latest novel, "The Calamities." This event promises an engaging dive into a dark fantasy world where family drama meets supernatural intrigue. Arrive early to snag a good seat and maybe grab a coffee from a nearby café. It's a must for fans of dark fantasy and those curious about Wendig's unique storytelling.
- Author Talks
$32