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Do you have burning questions for a graphic designer who has their own fashion lines and a thriving online presence? Are you looking to dip your toe into the world of design and the graphic arts? Then we have a networking event for YOU! Meet Kalumet King of Kalumet Designs and Instant Karma Apparel, a multi-talented entrepreneur, artist, and graphic designer who creates album artwork, logos, and so much more. He has a wealth of knowledge about the online retail space as well as creating attention grabbing art that tells a story. Join us on Saturday, October 26th from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. for the Creative Economy Exchange at the Milwaukee Central Library. Network with fellow innovative entrepreneurs to gain knowledge and advice. Visit mpl.org/creative for more info

In case you missed it, I had the opportunity to talk about Milwaukee Public Library's fantastic Great Lakes Marine Collection with archivist Tobias Fudge and Audrey Nowakowski for WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR's Lake Effect. https://lnkd.in/gARZad4X

Do you own your own business? Join us on Tuesday, October 8th at the Milwaukee Central Library Business Commons from 3-4:30 p.m. to get practical advice, ask questions, and network with fellow business owners. The workshop will feature a panel of seasoned entrepreneurs who will share their crucial insights on starting and running a successful business.

Are you a tattoo artist with aspirations to open your own studio? If you have burning questions that only an established tattoo artist can answer then we have a networking event for YOU! Meet Mai Kue Vang, the owner of Starseed Studio a mindful, QTBIPOC, femme-friendly, Hmong woman-owned, and trauma-informed tattoo studio. She knows the ins and outs of working with the City of Milwaukee's small business-related government agencies. Join us on Saturday, October 26th from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. for the Creative Economy Exchange at the Milwaukee Central Library. Network with fellow innovative entrepreneurs to gain knowledge and advice. Visit mpl.org/creative for more info.

In recognition of National Library Card Sign-Up Month, learn more about things you can do with your library card in our latest Blog at https://bit.ly/4gzcUkd. From borrowing books and movies to accessing online databases and attending events, there are countless ways to use your library card to enrich your life. #LibraryCardSignupMonth

Bring your burning questions for fellow entrepreneurs in the artistic space to the Creative Economy Exchange at Central Library on Saturday, October 26th from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Visit mpl.org/creative for more info.

Enjoy book giveaways, workshops, an artist meet-and-greet, and food trucks while connecting with community literacy advocates and standing up for your right to access all kinds of books. The Banned Wagon will be parked on 9th Street TODAY, Tuesday, September 24th, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Milwaukee Central Library. Visit mpl.org/BannedWagon for more info. #TheBannedWagon #SaveOurStories #MilwaukeeDowntown

Banned Books Week is September 22-28, 2024. Our friend, Mychal Threets, recently shared an important message about the freedom to read while in Milwaukee this past weekend. Join us this Tuesday, September 24th from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Milwaukee Central Library for The Banned Book Wagon, book giveaways, workshops, an artist meet-and-greet, and food trucks while connecting with community literacy advocates and standing up for your right to access all kinds of books. The Banned Wagon will be parked on 9th Street from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Visit mpl.org/BannedWagon to learn more. #BannedBooksWeek #TheBannedWagon #DowntownMilwaukee

Take a break from the office and spend your lunch hour at Milwaukee Central Library for the 'Banned Wagon' festival on Tuesday, September 24th from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.! We’ll have food trucks, workshops, and free banned books to take back, while supplies last. Join us in celebrating the freedom to read. Visit mpl.org/BannedWagon for more details. #BannedBooksWeek #TheBannedWagon #SaveOurStories #MilwaukeeDowntown #Milwaukee

Get practical advice, ask questions, and network with fellow business owners at this engaging workshop on Tuesday, October 8th from 3-4:30 p.m. at the Milwaukee Central Library Business Commons. A panel of seasoned entrepreneurs and subject matter experts will share their crucial insights on starting and running a successful business.