The Milwaukee Post

18 • Milwaukee County Post • April 13, 2018 Books Justice for All Book Club: "The Selma of the North: Civil Rights Insurgency in Milwaukee" by Patrick D. Jones, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Milwaukee Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee. A series of local leaders inspired grow- ing numbers of people to participate in campaigns against employment and housing discrimination, seg- regated public schools, the membership of public offi- cials in discriminatory organizations, welfare cuts and police brutality. The Milwaukee movement cul- minated in the 1967 open housing campaign. A Reading with Soham Patel, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Milwaukee Central library Richard E. and Lucile Krug Rare Books Room, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee. Patel is the author of four chapbooks. Her first full-length collec- tion of poetry, "to afar from afar," is now available. Bay View Book Club for Adults: "My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry" by Fredrik Backman, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Milwaukee Public Library — Bay View Branch, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee. Annual Used Book Sale, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. April 20 (Preview Night for Friends of the Library members and Hales Corners residents), 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 21, noon to 3 p.m. April 22 ($5 a bag), Hales Corners Public Library, 5885 S. 116th St., Hales Corners. Funds raised support the library's summer reading programs. Dance Milwaukee Ballet's "Beauty and the Beast," 7:30 p.m. today and Saturday, and 1:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, 929 N. Water St., Milwaukee. $40 and up. 414-902-2103 or visit milwaukeeballet.org. Milwaukee Rebels Swing Dance Club, beginner West Coast swing lesson, 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m., intermedi- ate, 7:15 p.m. to 8 p.m., and advanced 8 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Sunday and May 6, The Delaware House, 2499 S. Delaware Ave., Milwaukee, no partner required, $12 each. With $30 membership fee receive free beginner swing lessons for a year. Beginner West Coast Swing lesson, 6:30 to 7:15 p.m., and open dance, same prices and location as above. West Coast swing workshop, 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., beginner ($4) and open dance ($10), no partner required, 8:30 p.m. to midnight May 19, July 21, Sept. 29 and Nov. 3, Casa di Danza, 21415 W. Greenfield Ave., New Berlin. www.milwaukeerebels.com. Film "Milwaukee 53206" film screening, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Milwaukee Public Library — Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee. The ZIP code has the highest incarceration rate for adult men (62 percent) in the United States. The documents highlights the lives of three families. Seating is limited; register at mpl.org or 414-286- 3011. Health BloodCenter of Wisconsin — Milwaukee County blood drives: ■ 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday UWM Union Ballroom, 2200 E. Kenwood, Blvd., Milwaukee. ■ 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Summit Place, 6737 Washington St., Milwaukee. ■ 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 27 Oak Creek High School, 340 E. Puetz Road, Oak Creek. ■ 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 30 Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center, 2901 Kinnickinnic River Parkway, Milwaukee. During April, all attempting blood donors at BloodCenter of Wisconsin community drives and donor centers will receive one coupon redeemable for four free outdoor waterpark passes to Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park in Wisconsin Dells. Donors can schedule an appoint- ment by calling 1-877-BE-A- HERO (1-877-232-4376) or visiting bcw.edu. Gentle Chair Yoga, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Thursday and April 26, Milwaukee Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee. This intro- duction to yoga will focus on low-impact and chair-assist- ed poses. Taught by certi- fied instructor. Chairs pro- vided; if you prefer a mat, bring your own. Registration required; 414-286-3011 or www.mpl.org. Yoga for Families, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Milwaukee Public Library — Zablocki Branch, 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee. OmTown Yoga instructor Pamela Miller integrates literacy skills like a love of reading with other life skills such as mindfulness and self-regu- lation. No equipment neces- sary. All ages welcome with an accompanying adult. Discovery Lunch: Understanding Chakras, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Milwaukee Public Library — Zablocki Branch, 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee. Chakras repre- sent spirituality, creativity, emotional contentedness, vitality, expression, insight and love. Learn to locate your chakras and the bene- fits to tapping into each one. Call 414-286-3011 to regis- ter; a light lunch is provided. Active Adult: Tai Chi and Qigong, 1:30 p.m. to 230 p.m. Thursday as well as April 26, May 3, 10, 17, Milwaukee Public Library — Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee. The series helps improve endurance, vitality and bal- ance, manage stress and restore concentration. Space is limited; arrive early. Caregivers Support Group for the Disabled or Elderly, 10:30 a.m. to noon first Saturday of each month, Wheaton St. Francis Hospital, 3237 S. 16th St., Milwaukee. Free parking; take the visitor elevator to the eighth-floor conference room. No early registration required. Louise, 414-645- 9095. Ostomy support group, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. first Wednesday of each month, Aurora Health Center, 9200 W. Loomis Road, Franklin. 414-421-1090. Women's Grief Support Group, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. first Thursday of each month, Room F on the lower level of St. Luke's Hospital, 2900 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee. Open to any woman who has suffered the loss of a loved one due to death. Mary Anne, 414-423-7139. Tai chi and Qigong classes, Mondays, Lake Park Lutheran Church, 2647 N. Stowell Ave., Milwaukee. $35 per month. 414-350- 5248 or www.ymaawiscon- sin.com. Fibromyalgia support group, 5:45 p.m. to 7 p.m., every other Monday, Advanced Pain Management Office, 7400 W. Rawson Ave., Suite 143, Franklin, 262-456-7242. Men's Grief Support Group, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. second Thursday of each month, Room F on the lower level of St. Luke's Hospital, 2900 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee. This group is open to all men who have suffered the loss of a loved one due to death. For more information, contact George, 414-423- 7139. Kids Firefighter Story Time, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Milwaukee Public Library — Bay View Branch, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee. Meet Milwaukee Fire Department firefighters and learn about their uni- forms and equipment. NatureNauts: Super Salamanders, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday and 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday, Wehr Nature Center, 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin. $12 per child; $10 for Milwaukee County resident; $7 for Friends of Wehr members. $3.50 parking. For ages 4 to 6 with an adult. To register, call 414-425-8550. French Club with Madame Diane, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday and April 23 and 30, Milwaukee Public Library — East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., Milwaukee. For ages 6 to 10. A fun hour of French vocabulary, lap books and a snack. Poem in My Pocket, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Milwaukee Public Library — Zablocki Branch, 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee. April 27 is Poem in Your Pocket Day. Read about var- ious styles of poems with the book "A Kick in the Head." Write a three-line poem called a haiku. Appy Hour, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Milwaukee Public Library — Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Milwaukee. Play games and try new apps with friends. Bring your own tablet or smartphone and download apps. Celebrate Earth Day, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Milwaukee Public Library — Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., Milwaukee. Start with some stories and end with a use- ful craft project made from recycled materials that you can display at home. Corduroy's Stuffed Animal Sleepover, 6 p.m to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Milwaukee Public Library — Tippecanoe Branch, 33912 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee. Corduroy is turning 50. Celebrate by brining a favorite stuffed ani- mal along for stories and a treat. Toys will get to stay overnight in the library for a sleepover, and when you pick them up the next day you'll get to see all the fun they had. Write a Poem, 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Milwaukee Public Library — Bay View Branch, 2566 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee. Celebrate Poetry Month by writing a poem and matting it for dis- play. THE LIST THE LIST Stomp When: 8 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday Where: Pabst Theater, 144 E. Wells St., Milwaukee Cost: $39.50 to $69.50 More info: pabsttheater.org, 414-286-3663

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