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The Bubble Lady

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Experience the joy of big, colorful bubbles with Marvelous Michelle! Ages 3 & Up.

Please note:

Caregivers required.

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.

The Bubble Lady

1:30pm–2:30pm
Children
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Experience the joy of big, colorful bubbles with Marvelous Michelle! Ages 3 & Up.

Please note:

Caregivers required.

George Washington: The Battle for Independence

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

During the French and Indian War, George Washington was involved in some battles that ended in defeat; however, his resilience in surviving those encounters earned him a reputation as a skilled soldier.

Digital Downloads

2:00pm–3:00pm
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.

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.

Touch-a-Truck

6:00pm–7:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Family Activities
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: East Parking Lot
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Activities
Event Details:

See a variety of City vehicles and the heroes who drive them. Then grab a treat from Chillwaukee to beat the heat.

Hosted in the Library’s East parking lot.

Please note:

Caregivers required.

Weather permitting.

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
Event Details:

Are you stuck on a project and need some advice? Are you just starting out and want some support?

Assistance for Job Seekers

9:00am–11:00am
Adults
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:

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. 

Decorate a Birdhouse

2:00pm–3:00pm
Tweens
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Decorate a home for our feathered friends.

Ages 10-12.

Registration is required and begins July 7 at brookfieldlibrary.com.

"Friends Under Foot" with Wehr Nature Center

1:30pm–2:30pm
Children
Family Activities
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities
Event Details:

Wehr Nature center will present "Friends Under Foot".

Please note:

Caregivers required.

Stitching a Nation: The Life of Betsy Ross

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

In her captivating portrayal of Betsy Ross, historical presenter Michelle Gibbons brings to life the spirited seamstress credited with creating the first American flag.

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.

Assistance for Job Seekers

9:00am–11:00am
Adults
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:

"The Magic of Laughter" with Jeff McMullen

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Adults
Music, Games & Fun
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Adults
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Comedy magic, plate spinning, juggling, and storytelling.  Participate in this great show! Ages 3 & up. 

Please note:

Caregivers required.

"The Magic of Laughter" with Jeff McMullen

1:30pm–2:30pm
Children, Adults
Music, Games & Fun
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Adults
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Comedy magic, plate spinning, juggling, and storytelling.  Participate in this great show! Ages 3 & up. 

Please note:

Caregivers required.

Wonders of Physics - UW Madison's Traveling Physics Show

1:30pm–2:30pm
Children
Science & Technology
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Science & Technology
Event Details:

Fast-paced demonstrations will show the physics happening all around.

Presented by the UW Madison Traveling Physics Show.

Ages 3-12.

 

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.

Assistance for Job Seekers

9:00am–11:00am
Adults
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:

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. 

Laughter Yoga for Kids and Families

1:30pm–2:30pm
Children, Tweens
Music, Games & Fun, Health & Wellbeing
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun, Health & Wellbeing
Event Details:

Laughter yoga will teach you to laugh anywhere anytime to gain the health benefits of laughing while having fun!

Please note:

Caregivers required.

Wildlife in Need

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Tweens
Family Activities
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Activities
Event Details:

Learn how the Wildlife in Need Center works to rehabilitate local Wisconsin wildlife. Meet one of WINC’s "Animal Ambassadors"! 
Ages 3-12.

Please note:

Caregivers required.

Wildlife in Need

1:30pm–2:30pm
Children, Tweens
Family Activities
Library Branch: Brookfield Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Activities
Event Details:

Learn how the Wildlife in Need Center works to rehabilitate local Wisconsin wildlife. Meet one of WINC’s "Animal Ambassadors"!
Ages 3-12.

 

Please note:

Caregivers required.