Milwaukee Family Events

Welcome to the MKE With Kids Events Calendar — your go-to guide for family-friendly events in the Milwaukee area. From free storytimes and hands-on workshops to can’t-miss festivals and seasonal celebrations, we round up the best local happenings for kids and families all in one place.

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Milwaukee Public Library Capitol Branch

Address
3969 N 74th St
Milwaukee, WI 53216 United States Get Directions
Phone 414-286-3000
Website https://www.mpl.org/hours_locations/capitol.php

Events at this venue

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  • You Build It! At MPL: Capitol Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library Capitol Branch 3969 N 74th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    This is an open building program that offers a variety of construction materials for hands-on play and design. Available materials include Magna-Tiles, LEGO bricks, blocks, and construction straws. The session is informal and self-directed, allowing participants to work independently or collaboratively on building projects. It is best suited for children who enjoy creative construction, along […]

    Free

  • Weaving Wonders at MPL: Capitol Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library Capitol Branch 3969 N 74th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Weaving Wonders Wednesday, January 14 from 4-5 pm Capitol Library - 3919 N 74th St Milwaukee WI Looking for a creative project to explore? Try your hand at Weaving Wonders to make your own fiber art masterpiece. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the […]

    Free

  • Get Wild in Wisconsin at MPL: Capitol Library MKE

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library Capitol Branch 3969 N 74th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Get Wild in Wisconsin Tuesday, January 13 from 6-7 pm Capitol Library - 3969 N 74th St Milwaukee WI Investigate Wisconsin's wildlife! Explore the rich variety of plants and animals that populate our state. Find out why they're so important and learn ways to protect Wisconsin's biodiversity. Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]

    Free

  • Paws to Read at Capitol Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2026
    Milwaukee Public Library Capitol Branch 3969 N 74th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Paws to Read Thursday, January 8 from 4:30-5 pm Capitol Library - 3969 N 74th St Milwaukee WI Children practice reading aloud and improve their fluency by sharing a story with a cuddly certified therapy dog. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event […]

    Free

  • Paws to Read at Capitol Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2025 Events & Activities
    Milwaukee Public Library Capitol Branch 3969 N 74th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Paws to Read Tuesday, September 30, 3:30-4 pm Capitol Library - 3969 N. 74th St. Milwaukee WI Children practice reading aloud and improve their fluency by sharing a story with a cuddly certified therapy dog. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]

    Free

  • You Build It! At Capitol Library

    Milwaukee Public Library 2025 Events & Activities
    Milwaukee Public Library Capitol Branch 3969 N 74th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    You Build It! Friday, July 18 from 1-3 pm Capitol Library - 3969 N 74th St Milwaukee WI Come build with us! We'll supply a variety of building materials and you'll bring the creativity. Meet friends and see what you can create together. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]

    Free

  • Milwaukee Capitol Library: Wehr Nature Center Presents Sssentional Snakes!

    Milwaukee Public Library 2025 Events & Activities
    Milwaukee Public Library Capitol Branch 3969 N 74th St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Sssensational Snakes! Friday, July 11 from 1-2 pm Capitol Library - 3969 N 74th St Milwaukee WI The Wehr Nature Center will present a program dispelling snake myths and teaching about all the things that make snakes sssensational! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]

    Free

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