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It's All Elementary Book Group

6:30pm–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.

Author Visit--Annelise Ryan

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Author Visit, Book Group
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Visit, Book Group
Event Details:

Local author Annelise Ryan will talk about her book series. Her newest, Beast of the North Woods, which features the Rhinelander Hodag, was published in January 2025.  This is in conjunction with It's All Elementary Book Club.

Caring for the Caregiver

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellbeing
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellbeing
Event Details:

Are you a senior who is hoping to age with dignity?  A family caregiver trying to avoid burnout?  This workshop will teach how to avoid burnout, age in place, live well, and die well.  With advance directives, long term care, end of

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. 

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.

Dungeons & Dragons

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens
Music, Games & Fun
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.

Dungeons & Dragons

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens
Music, Games & Fun
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Harnischfeger Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Registration Required

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

LEGO Club

10:00am–11:30am
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts, Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun
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!

STEAM Build-It Challenge Roller Coaster

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Tweens
Science & Technology
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-12: Join us as we build roller coasters out of pool noodles!  Registration is required and begins August 30. 

Babytime

11:00am–11:30am
Children
Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
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!

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. 

Playgroup

10:00am–11:30am
Children
Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun
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! 

 

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. 

Family Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
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!

Library Board Meeting

6:45pm–7:45pm
Public Meeting
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Board Room
Program Type: Public Meeting

Hidden but Heard: Tales from Anne Frank's Secret Annex

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:

Meet Anne Frank, a girl of faith, hope, and an indomitable spirit, portrayed by historical presenter Michelle Gibbons.

Toddler Tales

9:30am–10:00am
Children
Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
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!

Toddler Tales

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Family Activities, Storytime & Early Literacy
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!

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.

Eleanor Roosevelt

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:

A living history portrayal by Leslie Goddard.

Craft Saturday

9:00am–3:00pm
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
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.

Digital Downloads

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.