Garden Party with Mateo Askaripour
In celebration of Black literature, Black centric spaces and joy, Rooted MKE in collaboration with writer, organizer and book influencer Cree Myles presents a Literary Garden Party with Mateo Askaripour. Put on your best garden party attire as we dance, eat, discuss and celebrate Askaripour's second novel "This Great Hemisphere". All tickets will include a signed copy of Askaripour's book. Please note in an attempt not to be weather dependent we are hosting this party indoors.
Saturday Morning Cartoons: Lyla In The Loop
Bring your family to Rooted MKE every Saturday morning for a unique and delightful experience with our 'Cartoons & Cereal' series! Settle in for a cozy morning in your pajamas while enjoying the charming adventures of 'Lyla in the Loop' from PBS KIDS. Our special cereal bar, featuring a wide variety of cereals and milk options, including dairy and plant-based choices, promises a fun and tasty start to your weekend. After the cartoon, we'll host an interactive story time, reflecting the episode's theme to spark imagination and discussion among the little ones. For just $5.00 per participant, it's the perfect weekend activity for families seeking a blend of entertainment, comfort, and community. Don't miss this chance to create memorable Saturday mornings filled with laughter, learning, and the simple joy of cereal and cartoons at Rooted MKE
Saturday Morning Cartoons: Lyla In The Loop
Join Rooted MKE's 'Cartoons & Cereal' Saturdays! Enjoy 'Lyla in the Loop' from PBS KIDS in your PJs, savor a variety of cereals with milk choices including almond and soy, and engage in themed story time. Ideal for 4-8-year-olds. Only $5/participant for a fun, educational morning. Make Saturdays special at Rooted MKE!
Saturday Morning Cartoons: Lyla In The Loop
Join us at Rooted MKE for a unique Saturday morning experience with our ' Rooted Saturday Morning Cartoons & Cereal' series! Every Saturday, families are invited to enjoy the delightful PBS KIDS show 'Lyla in the Loop' in their comfiest pajamas. Bring your favorite cereal bowl and indulge in our cereal bar, offering a variety of cereals and milk options, including cow's, almond, oat, and soy. After the cartoon, we'll have a story time session reflecting the episode's theme. It's a perfect blend of fun, relaxation, and learning for just $5.00 per participant. Don't miss this chance to start your weekend with laughter, community, and a touch of nostalgia at Rooted MKE!
Saturday Morning Cartoons: Lyla In The Loop
Join Rooted MKE's 'Cartoons & Cereal' Saturdays! Enjoy 'Lyla in the Loop' from PBS KIDS in your PJs, savor a variety of cereals with milk choices including almond and soy, and engage in themed story time. Ideal for 4-8-year-olds. Only $5/participant for a fun, educational morning. Make Saturdays special at Rooted MKE!
Rooted MKE X The Little Village Story Time
These FREE enriching storytime sessions celebrate the diversity, resilience, and creativity of Black voices while inspiring our littlest readers to dream, create, and make a difference in their own little villages & communities.
Get to Know Lyla in the Loop - Afternoon
oin Milwaukee PBS and Rooted MKE for a special introductory free event for Milwaukee PBS’ new animated children’s series Lyla in the Loop from PBS KIDS for kids 4 to 8 years old. Families will get to watch the premiere episode and then participate in an activity. And each family will get a book to take home!
BCDI Read To Succeed Storytelling Series
Black Child Development Institute WI storytelling series featuring County Executive David Crowley and local author Ajamou Butler.
Get to Know Lyla in the Loop - Morning
oin Milwaukee PBS and Rooted MKE for a special introductory free event for Milwaukee PBS’ new animated children’s series Lyla in the Loop from PBS KIDS for kids 4 to 8 years old. Families will get to watch the premiere episode and then participate in an activity. And each family will get a book to take home!
Rooted MKE X Milwaukee Art Museum Story Time in the Galleries
Join us for the first event in the Museum’s new Free Day + Celebration series featuring free admission and campus-wide themed activities! At this kick-off event, honor hometown hero Val Phillips on her 100th birthday. Make art, join Rooted MKE for story time, enjoy live music, tour the galleries and more- all while celebrating Val Phillips’s legacy of social justice.
Jonathan Eig in Conversation With Cree Myles
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Author Event & Social with Charly Palmer & Dr. Karita Brown
Join us for an engaging conversation full of love and wisdom with author and illustrator Charly Palmer featuring his wife, Dr. Karida Brown. They will discuss their latest projects including "The New Brownies' Book: A Love Letter to Black Families". Enjoy the vibes of DJ Bizzon's live music mix. Refreshments will be served during the social hour. DJ Bizzon's Live Music Mix: 1:40 pm - 2:00 pm; Program: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm; Social Hours: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Books will be for sale during and after the event from Rooted MKE book store.