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Writers' Circle

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Rotary Club of Brookfield Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Writers' Circle:

Whether your goal is to preserve memories, compile a collection of stories, or write and publish, these sessions will get you on your way. You will receive writing prompts, have op...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Rotary Club of Brookfield Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Whether your goal is to preserve memories, compile a collection of stories, or write and publish, these sessions will get you on your way. You will receive writing prompts, have opportunities to share what you write, and learn to give and receive helpful critiques. Led by published author Lois Patton. Participants are strongly encouraged to attend all sessions. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Short and Sweet Book Group

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Harnischfeger Activity Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Short and Sweet Book Group discusses short stories and novellas. New attendees are always welcome. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date. ​S...

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Harnischfeger Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Short and Sweet Book Group discusses short stories and novellas. New attendees are always welcome. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

SOS-Share Our Stories Workshop: Session 2

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Rotary Club of Brookfield Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellbeing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Ashley Jordan author of Unhappy Achiever: Rejecting the Good Girl Image and Reclaiming the Joy of Inner Fulfillment, and professional educator Carrie Starr will take participa...

Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Rotary Club of Brookfield Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellbeing
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Ashley Jordan author of Unhappy Achiever: Rejecting the Good Girl Image and Reclaiming the Joy of Inner Fulfillment, and professional educator Carrie Starr will take participants on a multi-week journey through a literary-inspired cu

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Misinformation in Online Family Trees

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for this free 1 hour-long presentation, and stay for assistance from DAR volunteer genealogists.Accuracy is the key to unlocking your family history. Online family trees ma...

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Join us for this free 1 hour-long presentation, and stay for assistance from DAR volunteer genealogists.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Armchair Travel Book Group

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Rotary Club of Brookfield Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults
Armchair Travel Book Group:

Explore new worlds and enjoy intriguing adventures through reading! This book group discusses nonfiction and fiction titles written by and about travelers throughout the world. New...

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Rotary Club of Brookfield Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group

Explore new worlds and enjoy intriguing adventures through reading! This book group discusses nonfiction and fiction titles written by and about travelers throughout the world. New attendees are always welcome. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date. Armchair Travel Book Group meets on the third Tuesday of the month. A list of upcoming selections is available here. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

At Knit's End

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Rotary Club of Brookfield Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
At Knit's End:

Join fellow knitters, both novices and experts, at our knitting group. 

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Rotary Club of Brookfield Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Join fellow knitters, both novices and experts, at our knitting group. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Back in Time Book Group

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Harnischfeger Activity Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults
Back in Time Book Group:

Discover days gone by with the Back in Time Book Group, which discusses historical fiction. New attendees are always welcome. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month ...

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Harnischfeger Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group

Discover days gone by with the Back in Time Book Group, which discusses historical fiction. New attendees are always welcome. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date. Back in Time Book Group meets on the third Thursday of the month. A list of upcoming selections is available here.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Welcome to Medicare

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Personal Finance, Health & Wellbeing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Wisconsin’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program will provide an overview of Medicare, including Parts A, B, C, and D, as well as Supplemental Policies and Savings Programs.&n...

Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Personal Finance, Health & Wellbeing
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Wisconsin’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program will provide an overview of Medicare, including Parts A, B, C, and D, as well as Supplemental Policies and Savings Programs. 

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Digital Downloads

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Help
Age Group:
Adults
Digital Downloads:

Learn how to use the Libby app to access eBooks and eAudiobooks from Wisconsin’s Digital Library.

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Help

Learn how to use the Libby app to access eBooks and eAudiobooks from Wisconsin’s Digital Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

SOS-Share Our Stories Workshop: Session 2

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Rotary Club of Brookfield Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellbeing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Ashley Jordan author of Unhappy Achiever: Rejecting the Good Girl Image and Reclaiming the Joy of Inner Fulfillment, and professional educator Carrie Starr will take participa...

Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Rotary Club of Brookfield Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellbeing
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Ashley Jordan author of Unhappy Achiever: Rejecting the Good Girl Image and Reclaiming the Joy of Inner Fulfillment, and professional educator Carrie Starr will take participants on a multi-week journey through a literary-inspired cu

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Great Lives Book Group

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Harnischfeger Activity Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults
Great Lives Book Group:

This book group proves that truth is often stranger than fiction by discussing both historical and current biographies. New attendees are always welcome. Books are available at the...

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Harnischfeger Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group

This book group proves that truth is often stranger than fiction by discussing both historical and current biographies. New attendees are always welcome. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date. ​Great Lives Biography Book Group meets on the fourth Monday of the month. A list of upcoming selections is available here.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Importance of Laughter and Health

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellbeing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

It has been said that laughter is the best medicine. Actually, in most cases medicine is the best medicine, but laughter can be good for your health. Come learn how laughter reduce...

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellbeing
Event Details:

It has been said that laughter is the best medicine. Actually, in most cases medicine is the best medicine, but laughter can be good for your health.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Jigsaw Puzzle Contest

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly Activities, Music, Games, & Fun
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

A competition for jigsaw puzzle fans! Register up to 4 people on a team to compete against other groups. Each team receives a 500-piece puzzle and has 2 hours to complete it. First...

Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Friendly Activities, Music, Games, & Fun
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

A competition for jigsaw puzzle fans! Register up to 4 people on a team to compete against other groups. Each team receives a 500-piece puzzle and has 2 hours to complete it. First team to finish wins!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writers' Circle

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Rotary Club of Brookfield Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Writers' Circle:

Whether your goal is to preserve memories, compile a collection of stories, or write and publish, these sessions will get you on your way. You will receive writing prompts, have op...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Rotary Club of Brookfield Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Whether your goal is to preserve memories, compile a collection of stories, or write and publish, these sessions will get you on your way. You will receive writing prompts, have opportunities to share what you write, and learn to give and receive helpful critiques. Led by published author Lois Patton. Participants are strongly encouraged to attend all sessions. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Landlord and Tenant Rights & Responsibilities under Wisconsin Law

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Garden, Personal Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Many Wisconsin residents live in rental housing. As a landlord or tenant, it is important to understand your rights and responsibilities. Ben Merens, Agency Liason with the Wi...

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden, Personal Finance
Event Details:

Many Wisconsin residents live in rental housing.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Internet Resources You Need to Know

Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Help
Age Group:
Adults
Internet Resources You Need to Know:

Learn about the different subscription databases available to you through the Library.

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Help

Learn about the different subscription databases available to you through the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

At Knit's End

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Rotary Club of Brookfield Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
At Knit's End:

Join fellow knitters, both novices and experts, at our knitting group. 

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Rotary Club of Brookfield Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Join fellow knitters, both novices and experts, at our knitting group. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dizziness, Vertigo and Balance Problems 

Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellbeing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Physical Therapists from Curative Therapy Services will explain the science behind dizziness, vertigo and balance problems. They will offer treatment ideas and simple ways you can ...

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellbeing
Event Details:

Physical Therapists from Curative Therapy Services will explain the science behind dizziness, vertigo and balance problems. They will offer treatment ideas and simple ways you can improve your own balance.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

First Friday Flicks

Friday, March 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the first Friday afternoon of every month for a screening of a fascinating documentary or film based on true events. Please contact the Library for the list of titles.

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us on the first Friday afternoon of every month for a screening of a fascinating documentary or film based on true events. Please contact the Library for the list of titles.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

SOS-Share Our Stories Workshop: Session 3

Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Rotary Club of Brookfield Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellbeing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Ashley Jordan author of Unhappy Achiever: Rejecting the Good Girl Image and Reclaiming the Joy of Inner Fulfillment, and professional educator Carrie Starr will take participa...

Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Rotary Club of Brookfield Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellbeing
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Ashley Jordan author of Unhappy Achiever: Rejecting the Good Girl Image and Reclaiming the Joy of Inner Fulfillment, and professional educator Carrie Starr will take participants on a multi-week journey through a literary-inspired cu

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Let's Make Art

Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Christina Theobald will introduce you to art fundamentals. Registration is required for each individual session.

Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Christina Theobald will introduce you to art fundamentals. Registration is required for each individual session.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

It's All Elementary Book Group

Monday, March 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Harnischfeger Activity Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults
It's All Elementary Book Group:

It's All Elementary Book Group discusses current and classic mystery and suspense novels. New attendees are always welcome. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month be...

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Harnischfeger Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group

It's All Elementary Book Group discusses current and classic mystery and suspense novels. New attendees are always welcome. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date. ​It's All Elementary Book Group meets on the second Monday of the month. A list of upcoming selections is available here.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ADRC Memory Screenings

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Rotary Club of Brookfield Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellbeing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Jennifer Harders from the Waukesha County Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) will provide free 15-minute memory screenings. A memory screen is a wellness tool that ...

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Rotary Club of Brookfield Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellbeing
Event Details:

Jennifer Harders from the Waukesha County Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) will provide free 15-minute memory screenings. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Talking About Books

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rotary Club of Brookfield Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults
Talking About Books:

Can’t decide on your favorite genre? Then this is the perfect group for you -- we discuss everything from classics to current nonfiction. The only requirement is a love of books. N...

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Rotary Club of Brookfield Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group

Can’t decide on your favorite genre? Then this is the perfect group for you -- we discuss everything from classics to current nonfiction. The only requirement is a love of books. New attendees are always welcome. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date. Talking About Books (TAB) meets on the second Tuesday of the month. A list of upcoming selections is available here.