Children’s librarian Maria Dietrich in Oak Creek, WI (just south of Milwaukee) asked me to share this information with folks up here in the northwestern part of the state. It’s a long haul, but Jim Gill is pretty great! Some folks might remember a grant-funded Jim Gill workshop here in IFLS-land many years back. But come to think of it, probably not all that many folks!
Musical Play is Learning Play with Jim Gill: A Professional Development Workshop –
Fri. Aug. 14th 1-4pm
Oak Creek Public Library
Jim Gill is a children’s musician and child development specialist, and he’s offering a professional development workshop tailored for librarians and early childhood educators at the Oak Creek Public Library in Oak Creek, WI. Registration is required to secure your spot for this event. This workshop is free for participants, but registration is required. Register for the Jim Gill workshop..
A free family concert will follow in the evening on Friday, August 14th at 6:30pm. No registration required.
Coming from out of town? Hotel blocks are available while supplies last.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Milwaukee Oak Creek for 169.00 USD per night – Last Day to Book : Monday, July 13, 2026
Book your group rate for Oak Creek Public Library-Jim Gill Event
Homewood Suites Oak Creek by Hilton 159.00 USD per night https://group.homewood-suites.com/0cmx1t
Other events to enjoy while in town include:
Oak Creek Kids Night in Drexel Town Square (Jim Gill concert venue) Friday, August 14th, 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M
Oak Creek Farmers Market Saturday, August 15th, 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
These events are sponsored by Visit Oak Creek.