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It's All Elementary Book Group

Monday, April 13, 2026 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.

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Assistance for Job Seekers

Tuesday, April 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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ADRC Memory Screenings

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Rotary Club of Brookfield Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellbeing
Age Group:
Adults

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

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. 

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Playgroup

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Harnischfeger Activity Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Children
Playgroup:

Ages 0-24 months: Play with toys and make new friends!  

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

Ages 0-24 months: Play with toys and make new friends! 

 

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Talking About Books

Tuesday, April 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, April 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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Family Time

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children
Family Time:

Ages 0-6: Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more!

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy

Ages 0-6: Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more!

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Writers' Circle

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 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...

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

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Rotary Club of Brookfield Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

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. 

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

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Toddler Tales

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children
Toddler Tales:

Ages 2-3: Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more!

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy

Ages 2-3: Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more!

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Toddler Tales

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children
Toddler Tales:

Ages 2-3: Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more!

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy

Ages 2-3: Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more!

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Back in Time Book Group

Thursday, April 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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Joy of Bird Feeding

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Garden
Age Group:
Adults

Have you ever wanted to start bird feeding? Based on Jim Carpenter’s (Founder of Wild Birds Unlimited) book, The Joy of Bird Feeding, Tom Moser, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Brookfield, will walk through five steps to b

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

Have you ever wanted to start bird feeding? Based on Jim Carpenter’s (Founder of Wild Birds Unlimited) book, The Joy of Bird Feeding, Tom Moser, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Brookfield, will walk through five steps to b

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Craft Saturday

Saturday, April 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

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Community 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? Or are you looking for a “space away” to get some craft work done?   

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community 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? Or are you looking for a “space away” to get some craft work done?   

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Babytime

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children
Babytime:

Ages 0-24 months: Join us for twenty minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and more!

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy

Ages 0-24 months: Join us for twenty minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and more!

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10 Things You Didn't Know About Jane Austen

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

Merri Cvetan from the Jane Austen Society of North America will introduce you to Jane Austen. Including, her family, and engagement, words attributed to Jane.  Her death and where she’s buried. And a few other things in between.

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

Merri Cvetan from the Jane Austen Society of North America will introduce you to Jane Austen. Including, her family, and engagement, words attributed to Jane.  Her death and where she’s buried. And a few other things in between.

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Fiber Arts Fanatics

Monday, April 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, April 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:

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Armchair Travel Book Group

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 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. 

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Playgroup

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Harnischfeger Activity Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Children
Playgroup:

Ages 0-24 months: Play with toys and make new friends!  

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

Ages 0-24 months: Play with toys and make new friends! 

 

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At Knit's End

Tuesday, April 21, 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. 

A very young child in a blue shirt holds the hand of a taller person who is wearing a yellow-and-white striped shirt.

Family Time

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children
Family Time:

Ages 0-6: Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more!

Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy

Ages 0-6: Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and more!

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Read It and Eat: 1776

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Community Reads, Cooking & Food, Book Group
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a discussion of the book 1776 by David McCullough while enjoying a meal of American fare. *


Books will be available at the Circulation Desk beginning March 10.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Reads, Cooking & Food, Book Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a discussion of the book 1776 by David McCullough while enjoying a meal of American fare. *


Books will be available at the Circulation Desk beginning March 10.