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10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Technology Help
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.

Library Building Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Brookfield Public Library
Description:

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

Writers' Circle

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
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.

FDR: The Home Front

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
History & Genealogy
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Historical reenactor Gary Stamm presents FDR's handling of the Home Front during World II. 

Great Lives Book Group

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Book Group
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.

At Knit's End

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
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. 

Book Launch: "The Last Ferry Out" by Andrea Bartz

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Author Visit
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Visit
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet Andrea Bartz, New York Times bestselling author of We Were Never Here, and celebrate the launch of her new thriller, The Last Ferry Out. The author will be in conversation with Brynn Teaman.

Webinar: Attracting Hummingbirds, with Melinda Myers

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Home & Garden
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden
Event Details:

Online Only:

Welcome to Medicare

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Public Meeting, Health & Wellbeing
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Public Meeting, Health & Wellbeing
Registration Required
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. 

 

First Friday Flicks

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Movie
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.

Internet Resources You Need to Know

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Technology Help
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.

It's All Elementary Book Group

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Book Group
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.

When Milwaukee Went to War

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
History & Genealogy
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Author Thomas H. Fehring presents the incredible stories behind the many men and women--from all walks of life--who stepped up and proudly worked toward a common goal during World War II.

Talking About Books

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Book Group
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.

Fiber Arts Fanatics

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
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. 

Writers' Circle

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
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.

Tosa Jazz

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Music, Games & Fun
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Courtyard
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Join us for a night of jazz! Outside weather permitting, inside if necessary.

Short and Sweet Book Group

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Book Group
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.

Armchair Travel Book Group Selection Meeting

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Book Group
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group
Event Details:

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. 

In this meeting, group members will decide on selections for the  2025-26 season. No book will be discussed.

At Knit's End

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
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. 

Digital Downloads

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Technology Help
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.

Back in Time Book Group

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Book Group
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.

Tips and Tricks for Caregivers

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellbeing
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellbeing
Event Details:

A Compassus Health Aide will offer suggestions for families who are taking care of their loved ones. Bring your questions for this valuable seminar on being a caregiver.