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Great Lives Book Group

Monday, June 22, 2026 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.

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Assistance for Job Seekers

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
East Wing Meeting Room at Brookfield Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Staff from the Department of Workforce Development's Bureau of Job Service will connect you to employment assistance, resume development, and other workforce resources.

To register for a free 20-30 minute appointment, please contact:

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: East Wing Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Staff from the Department of Workforce Development's Bureau of Job Service will connect you to employment assistance, resume development, and other workforce resources.

To register for a free 20-30 minute appointment, please contact:

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No Sew Sock Animals

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens

Transform an old sock into a stuffed animal. No sewing required!

Ages 10-12.

Registration is required and begins June 9 at brookfieldlibrary.com.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Transform an old sock into a stuffed animal. No sewing required!

Ages 10-12.

Registration is required and begins June 9 at brookfieldlibrary.com.

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Abigail Adams

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

More than just a wife (of second president John Adams) and mother (of sixth president John Quincy Adams), Abigail Adams was a true partner to her husband and a committed patriot.

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

More than just a wife (of second president John Adams) and mother (of sixth president John Quincy Adams), Abigail Adams was a true partner to her husband and a committed patriot.

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Assistance for Job Seekers

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
East Wing Meeting Room at Brookfield Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Staff from the Department of Workforce Development's Bureau of Job Service will connect you to employment assistance, resume development, and other workforce resources.

To register for a free 20-30 minute appointment, please contact:

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: East Wing Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Staff from the Department of Workforce Development's Bureau of Job Service will connect you to employment assistance, resume development, and other workforce resources.

To register for a free 20-30 minute appointment, please contact:

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At Knit's End

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 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. 

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Closing
Branches:
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Description:

The Library building will be closed on this day. We are always open online! brookfieldlibrary.com 

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Assistance for Job Seekers

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
East Wing Meeting Room at Brookfield Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Staff from the Department of Workforce Development's Bureau of Job Service will connect you to employment assistance, resume development, and other workforce resources.

To register for a free 20-30 minute appointment, please contact:

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: East Wing Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Staff from the Department of Workforce Development's Bureau of Job Service will connect you to employment assistance, resume development, and other workforce resources.

To register for a free 20-30 minute appointment, please contact:

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At Knit's End

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 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. 

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Decorate a Bird House

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Decorate a home for our feathered friends.

Ages 10-17.

Registration is required and begins June 23 at brookfieldlibrary.com.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Decorate a home for our feathered friends.

Ages 10-17.

Registration is required and begins June 23 at brookfieldlibrary.com.

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Short and Sweet Book Group

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Harnischfeger Activity Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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.

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Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Harnischfeger Activity Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Teens
Dungeons & Dragons:

Ages 13-17: Join us for adventure as we play 5th Edition Dungeons & Dragons. Registration is required.

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Harnischfeger Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun

Ages 13-17: Join us for adventure as we play 5th Edition Dungeons & Dragons. Registration is required.

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Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Rotary Club of Brookfield Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Teens
Dungeons & Dragons:

Ages 13-17: Join us for adventure as we play 5th Edition Dungeons & Dragons. Registration is required.

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Rotary Club of Brookfield Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun

Ages 13-17: Join us for adventure as we play 5th Edition Dungeons & Dragons. Registration is required.

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LEGO Club

Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
LEGO Club:

Build your own creation and complete our challenge!

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun

Build your own creation and complete our challenge!

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It's All Elementary Book Group

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group, Movie
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...

 

Movie night! Exact time to be determined after this year's selection.

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

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.

 

Movie night! Exact time to be determined after this year's selection.

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Assistance for Job Seekers

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
East Wing Meeting Room at Brookfield Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Staff from the Department of Workforce Development's Bureau of Job Service will connect you to employment assistance, resume development, and other workforce resources.

To register for a free 20-30 minute appointment, please contact:

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: East Wing Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Staff from the Department of Workforce Development's Bureau of Job Service will connect you to employment assistance, resume development, and other workforce resources.

To register for a free 20-30 minute appointment, please contact:

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Talking About Books

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 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.

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Fiber Arts Fanatics

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Harnischfeger Activity Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
SEW Amazing:

Bring your own materials and equipment and join fellow sewers, both novices and experts, to work on your project. No instructor will be present. 

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Harnischfeger Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Bring your own materials and equipment and join fellow sewers, both novices and experts, to work on your project. No instructor will be present. 

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Back in Time Book Group

Thursday, July 16, 2026 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.

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George Washington: The Battle for Independence

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

During the French and Indian War, George Washington was involved in some battles that ended in defeat; however, his resilience in surviving those encounters earned him a reputation as a skilled soldier.

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

During the French and Indian War, George Washington was involved in some battles that ended in defeat; however, his resilience in surviving those encounters earned him a reputation as a skilled soldier.

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Digital Downloads

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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.

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Craft Saturday

Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 9:00am - 3:00pm
Harnischfeger Activity Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Craft Saturday:

Make a seasonal craft!

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Harnischfeger Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Activities

Make a seasonal craft!

Please note:

Available while supplies last.

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Fiber Arts Fanatics

Monday, July 20, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Harnischfeger Activity Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Are you stuck on a project and need some advice? Are you just starting out and want some support?

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Harnischfeger Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Are you stuck on a project and need some advice? Are you just starting out and want some support?

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Assistance for Job Seekers

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
East Wing Meeting Room at Brookfield Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Staff from the Department of Workforce Development's Bureau of Job Service will connect you to employment assistance, resume development, and other workforce resources.

To register for a free 20-30 minute appointment, please contact:

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: East Wing Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Staff from the Department of Workforce Development's Bureau of Job Service will connect you to employment assistance, resume development, and other workforce resources.

To register for a free 20-30 minute appointment, please contact: