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Composting: May All Your Dirt be Soil

By Lauren Messner Kenney on Jul 24, 2023 12:00 AM

In a recent study by the national nonprofit, ReFED, the US produced 91 million tons of surplus food in 2021, nearly half of which was produced by households and 36% of which went directly into landfills. Learn how to join the composting crusade!

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Circus Parade 60th Anniversary

By Dan Lee on Jul 11, 2023 12:00 AM

Celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the once-annual Great Circus Parade that brought more than 250,000 people downtown.

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Billy to Browser: Celebrating Summer Reading

By Chetla Jackson on Jun 22, 2023 12:00 AM

The Milwaukee Public Library’s annual Summer Reading Program kicked off June 1st, and comes with a rather interesting background. Read more about Billy, Browser and the Squad!

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Every Book its Reader: LGBTQ+ and Libraries

By A. Martinez on Jun 1, 2023 12:00 AM

The Milwaukee Public Library is constantly evaluating its collections and programming to reflect the needs of the community while also maintaining staples throughout its collections. 

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Celebrate National Pet Month

By Chetla Jackson on May 4, 2023 12:00 AM

Pets are not only furry companions, for many they are considered family. To celebrate National Pet Month, MPL staff share what their pets might enjoy reading!

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Zine Fest

By Chetla Jackson on Apr 4, 2023 12:00 AM

Join Zinesters throughout Milwaukee for the 15th annual Milwaukee Zine Fest and learn all about DIY fan magazines.

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Japanese Treasures

By Tim R. on Mar 23, 2023 12:00 AM

The Central Library houses an interesting variety of Japanese art. Attend an open house on April 8, 1-4:45 p.m. or the Krug Lecture Series on April 29, 12 p.m. for a closer look.

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