February 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. - Hales Corners Library / Hunt Room
JOHN MUIR: FATHER OF THE NATIONAL PARKS
Presented by PAUL AKERT, Wisconsin Storyteller
John Muir was one of the country's most famous naturalists and conservationists. Journey with Paul as his portrayal of Muir takes you from Wisconsin to California and around the world. Paul took up storytelling professionally after retirement and has enhanced his performance through association with organizations such as the Kenosha Story Circle and Milwaukee Area Storytellers.
May 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. - Hales Corners Library / Hunt Room
WHEN FIRE ENGINES WERE RED
Presented by PETER JASKULSKI, Fire Chief of the Hales Corners Fire Department
Chief Jaskulski's program will cover the Hales Corners Fire Department's history from its establishment in 1927 to the present. Originally, it was the area's only fire department and also served Greenfield, Franklin, and Muskego. Today, its personnel, equipment, location, and facility place it among the best professional small community operations in the state.
August 13, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. - Hales Corners Library / Hunt Room
HISTORY OF THE PFISTER HOTEL
Presented by LESLIE HEINRICHS, Archivist of the Marcus Corporation
Leslie will take you on a virtual art and history tour of this iconic hotel that changed the landscape of Milwaukee more than 100 years ago. Learn why the Pfister Hotel continues to be named one of the best historic hotels in the United States, and also the hotel of choice for celebrities, presidents, and sports stars.
November 12, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Hales Corners Library & Grounds
MITCHELL PARK AND THE DOMES
Presented by CHRISTA BEALL DIEFENBACH, Executive Director, and KATHY KORTES, Advancement Director, Friends of the Domes
The Mitchell Park Domes are an impressive landmark in the city. Their architectural beauty complements the inside beauty of the plants and flowers. Learn about their construction and plans for their future, as well as the history of the park, the original conservatory, and sunken garden.
