M.L. King Grand Opening

Celebrate the grand opening of our new Martin Luther King Branch Library with an afternoon of music, food, performances, and interactive fun. Explore every corner of the space, from the makerspace to the mobile kitchen, and enjoy family-friendly entertainment all day long.

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Kick off the celebration with remarks from the City Librarian, Mayor of Milwaukee, and other special guests.

12:00 Doors Open

MUSIC

Praise Motivated - 1 PM

Roselette Dancers – 3:00–3:30 PM
A cultural dance performance celebrating movement and pride

DJ Bizzon Dance Party – 3:30 PM–Close
An all-ages celebration to wrap the day with energy

ENTERTAINMENT

Browser the Library Lion - 11:30 AM-1:30 PM

Giggalin Gil Balloon Art – 12:30-2:00 PM; resumes at 2:45 PM

Poet Laureate Shelly Conley Read-Outs – 12:45–12:55 PM

Mama Edie – 2:00–2:45 PM in the Children’s Area
Storytelling and music that blends movement, drumming, and culture

Building Tours

Guided highlights of the new branch’s features, including the community room, makerspace, and more

First Tour: 12:45 PM
Second Tour: 1:45 PM
Third Tour: 2:45 PM

Scavenger Hunt
Starts at 12:30 PM in the Children’s Area — pick up a map and uncover the magic of the new library!

Makerspace Activities & Crafts
Use the Make Makey to create your own computer keys
Customize your pencil bag with the Cricut machine
Learn how to use the Bambu Labs 3D Printer

Make custom lanyards and buttons

FOOD

Chef Sharrie Agee – Begins at 2:00 PM
Live cooking demo in MPL’s new mobile food kitchen

Local Food from Confectionately Yours Cafe & Bakery and Bronzeville Kitchen & Lounge