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First Friday Flicks

Friday, June 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

Join us on the first Friday afternoon of every month for a screening of a fascinating documentary or film based on true events. Please feel free to bring your own movie snacks! 

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 feel free to bring your own movie snacks! 

One hand hovering over the keyboard of a laptop

Internet Resources You Need to Know

Saturday, June 6, 2026 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.

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Harvest in a Hurry

Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Garden
Age Group:
Adults

Master Gardener Natalie Lester will present on seeds that can be harvested quickly. Varieties of lettuce, carrots, radish, and beets can be harvested in 30-60 days. They don’t take up too much space and can all be direct-sown.

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

Master Gardener Natalie Lester will present on seeds that can be harvested quickly. Varieties of lettuce, carrots, radish, and beets can be harvested in 30-60 days. They don’t take up too much space and can all be direct-sown.

people sorting through recycled items

Master Recycler Program

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Garden
Age Group:
Adults

Explore Wisconsin’s recycling laws and the Waukesha County Recycling Program in this informative program. Learn how recyclables are collected, sorted, and processed – from your curbside to the recovery facility and beyond.

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

Explore Wisconsin’s recycling laws and the Waukesha County Recycling Program in this informative program. Learn how recyclables are collected, sorted, and processed – from your curbside to the recovery facility and beyond.

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It's All Elementary Book Group

Monday, June 8, 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, June 9, 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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Preventing Diabetes

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellbeing
Age Group:
Adults

Did you know that more than 1 in 3 people have prediabetes? If left unaddressed, prediabetes can develop into type 2 diabetes. Learn about your risk for prediabetes and what steps you can take to prevent it from developing into type 2 diabetes.

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

Did you know that more than 1 in 3 people have prediabetes? If left unaddressed, prediabetes can develop into type 2 diabetes. Learn about your risk for prediabetes and what steps you can take to prevent it from developing into type 2 diabetes.

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Talking About Books

Tuesday, June 9, 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, June 9, 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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Digital Downloads

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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.

Milwaukee Steve

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun

Please note:

Caregivers required.

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Short and Sweet Book Group

Thursday, June 11, 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.

Milwaukee Steve

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun

Please note:

Caregivers required.

Green 20-sided die with gold numbers.

Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, June 11, 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, June 11, 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, June 13, 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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Fiber Arts Fanatics

Monday, June 15, 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, June 16, 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 (Selection Meeting)

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community 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: Community 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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At Knit's End

Tuesday, June 16, 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. 

Yellow Nerf blaster

Teen Nerf Games

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Offsite at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Teens

Ages 13-17: Bryen Wenzel from Milwaukee Area Nerf Outings (M.A.N.O) will lead exciting Nerf games for teens, featuring friendly competition, strategic challenges, and plenty of fun. Nerf blasters, foam darts, and eye protection will be provided.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 13-17: Bryen Wenzel from Milwaukee Area Nerf Outings (M.A.N.O) will lead exciting Nerf games for teens, featuring friendly competition, strategic challenges, and plenty of fun. Nerf blasters, foam darts, and eye protection will be provided.

Will Branch

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun

Please note:

Caregivers required.

Will Branch

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun

Please note:

Caregivers required.

Wisconsin map

Tall Tales in Wisconsin

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Brookfield Public Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

From 'fish tales' to hodag hunts, Wisconsin's folkloric history is rife with self-aggrandizing legendry, self-deprecatory humor, and self-conscious fabulation.

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

From 'fish tales' to hodag hunts, Wisconsin's folkloric history is rife with self-aggrandizing legendry, self-deprecatory humor, and self-conscious fabulation.