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Kids and family events in Milwaukee this weekend

Every listing here is marked family-friendly in our feed: 15 of them run in Milwaukee between Friday, Nov 6 and Sunday, Nov 8.

Friday, Nov 6

Baby Story Time

Share simple stories, playful songs, and gentle movement in this lapsit story time for babies aged 0-18 months with a caregiver.

When Oct 16 – Fri, Nov 20 · 6 dates
Where Bay View Branch, Milwaukee
How much Not listed: check the event page

Mini Makers

Makerspace activity exploration and stories for ages 2-6

When Oct 16 – Fri, Nov 20 · 6 dates
Where Martin Luther King Branch, Milwaukee
How much Not listed: check the event page

Story Time

Young children and their caregivers are invited to a story time filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays.

When Oct 16 – Fri, Nov 20 · 6 dates
Where Center Street Branch, Milwaukee
How much Not listed: check the event page

Teen Zone

Game, snack, hang. Bring a friend to your local library to decompress!

When Oct 16 – Fri, Nov 20 · 6 dates
Where Martin Luther King Branch, Milwaukee
How much Not listed: check the event page

Teen Study Hour

Need a quiet place to study? Come to the Zablocki library once a week to get some work done in a calm space. Light refreshments will be available.

When Nov 6 – Fri, Nov 20 · 3 dates
Where Zablocki Branch, Milwaukee
How much Not listed: check the event page

Saturday, Nov 7

Central Library Architectural Tour

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Central Library has many significant architectural features. Join a Docent Tour Guide as they share the splendor of Central Library's past!

When Oct 17 – Sat, Nov 21 · 6 dates
Where Central Library, Milwaukee
How much Not listed: check the event page

ABC Academy

Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a new letter!

When Oct 24 – Sat, Nov 21 · 4 dates
Where Central Library, Milwaukee
How much Not listed: check the event page

Special Olympics Young Athletes

Children ages 2 to 10 are invited to run, kick, jump, and read at the library during this 8-week Special Olympics Young Athletes Program.

When Oct 24 – Sat, Nov 21 · 3 dates
Where Good Hope Branch, Milwaukee
How much Not listed: check the event page

Family Flicks!

Enjoy a free movie meant for all ages to enjoy, so bring the kiddos to our community room! There will be snacks and refreshments on hand. No ticket required.

When Sat, Nov 7 · 1:00 pm
Where Bay View Branch, Milwaukee
How much Not listed: check the event page

Family Open Maker Time with Artists Working in Education

Join a guest artist from Artists Working in Education for a family maker time project.

When Sat, Nov 7 · 10:30 am
Where Washington Park Branch, Milwaukee
How much Not listed: check the event page

Paint-By-Numbers & Sip

Paint-by-Numbers & Sip is an interactive arts and crafts program for teens.

When Sat, Nov 7 · 3:00 pm
Where Atkinson Branch, Milwaukee
How much Not listed: check the event page

Unity in the Community

Join us for a celebration of diverse cultures, art, and food within our community. A combined community event brought to you by the Bay View, Tippecanoe, Mitchell Street, and Zablocki Branches.

When Sat, Nov 7 · 12:00 pm
Where Mitchell Street Branch, Milwaukee
How much Not listed: check the event page

Sunday, Nov 8

Games on Sundays at Tippe!

Looking for something to do on a Sunday afternoon? Come to the Tippecanoe Branch and find a game to play!

When Nov 8 – Sun, Nov 22 · 3 dates
Where Tippecanoe Branch, Milwaukee
How much Not listed: check the event page

Mahjong Meetup

Whether you're a seasoned player or just Mahjong-curious, join us for a fun afternoon of tiles, strategy, and community at Central Library!

When Sun, Nov 8 · 1:00 pm
Where Central Library, Milwaukee
How much Not listed: check the event page

Second Sunday Storytime

Join us on the second Sunday of the month for a 30-minute storytime for young children featuring stories, songs and movement. For children ages 5 and under, with a caregiver. Siblings welcome.

When Sun, Nov 8 · 11:00 am
Where Tippecanoe Branch, Milwaukee
How much Not listed: check the event page

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