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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.

Zombie Preparedness

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

Could you survive a Zombie Apocalypse? Come have fun and learn emergency preparedness skills that will prepare you for any disaster, even a zombie outbreak. If you are ready for the Zombie Apocalypse, then you can be ready for any emergency.

Getting Started With a Plant-based Diet

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Cooking & Food, Health & Wellbeing
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking & Food, Health & Wellbeing
Event Details:

There are many different ways to eat healthy. One that has gotten a lot of attention lately is a plant-based diet.

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. 

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. Please contact the Library for the list of titles.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

ADRC Memory Screenings

10:00am - 3:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellbeing
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. 

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. 

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.

Steel Storm: The Battle of Okinawa

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:

The Battle of Okinawa (April 1 – June 23, 1945) was the largest sea-air-land battle in history and the last major battle of the preatomic era. Both sides regarded it as a dress rehearsal for an invasion of Japan proper.

Armchair Travel Book Group

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Book Group
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. 

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. 

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.

Fiber Arts Fanatics

9:00am - 4:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
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?   

Internet Resources You Need to Know

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Technology Help
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Harnischfeger Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Help

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

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. 

Nanowrimo - National Novel Writing Month, Come Write In

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Harnischfeger Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in to join fellow writers in crafting your writing project in November. 
 

Read it and Eat

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Cooking & Food, Book Group
Registration
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking & Food, Book Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Join us for a discussion of the book Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng while enjoying a hearty fall comfort meal*.
Books will be available at the Circulation Desk beginning September 23.

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. Please contact the Library for the list of titles.