1:00pm At Knits End
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, September 6, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm -- Library Rotary Room
Summary:
Join fellow knitters, both novices and experts at our drop in knitting group. The group meets the First and Third Tuesday of the month in the Rotary Room.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

2:30pm Celtic Concert in the Courtyard
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Sunday, September 11, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm -- Community Room
Summary:
Join us for a delightful afternoon of traditional Irish music in our courtyard! The fierce fiddle, driving bodhrán, and funky guitar riffs of Áthas will lift listeners’ feet and spirits. Since seating will be limited, we encourage you to bring your own chairs or blankets. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held in our Community Room. Please call the Adult Reference Desk at (262) 782-4140, option 1, with any questions.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

2:00pm Introduction to the Internet 1
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Monday, September 12, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm -- Community Room
Summary:
This class is designed for those who have never used the Internet before. You will learn some Internet terms, how to move around on the Internet, and how to type Internet addresses. It is RECOMMENDED that beginners attend “Introduction to the Internet 1” before attending any of the other internet classes. Basic keyboard and mouse skills are necessary for all Internet Classes. Class Size Limited. Registration Required.
URL:
Schedule of Classes
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

7:00pm “It’s All Elementary” Brookfield Public Library's Mystery Book Club
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Monday, September 12, 2016 7:00 pm -- Harnischfeger Room
Summary:
Discussions held the second Monday of the month at 7pm in the Harnischfeger Room.
URL:
Title List
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

7:00pm "Talking About Books" Book Club
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Meeting at 7:00 pm on the second Wednesday of every month -- Rotary Room
Summary:
It’s our 25th year, and we are still Talking About Books! New participants always welcome! Discussions now held on Tuesdays! Brookfield Public Library’s TAB meets at 7:00 pm on the second TUESDAY of every month in the Rotary Room. Everyone welcome! Books available at the Circulation Desk about one month before each meeting. For more information, please contact the Adult Reference Desk at 262-782-4140, option 1.
URL:
Title List
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

7:00pm Growing Great Garlic
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, September 13 - 7:00 pm -- Community Room
Summary:
Growing great garlic presented by Joey and Holly Baird. Founders of the Wisconsin Vegetable Gardener website. Please call the Adult Reference Desk at 262-782-4140, option 1, with any questions. www.brookfieldlibrary.com
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

7:00pm Kevin Wood as Abraham Lincoln
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Thursday, November 17, 7:00 pm -- Community Room
Summary:
One of our nation’s most beloved and esteemed historical figures, Mr. Lincoln quotes from his best-known speeches and writings, while also providing some surprising and interesting perspectives. And while Mr. Lincoln talks about history, he also talks about “his story”: growing up on the frontier, his great desire to learn, the different jobs he had, why he liked to tell stories, and what he keeps inside his hat. Open to ages 10 and up. Call the Adult Reference Desk at 262-782-4140, option 1, with any questions. www.brookfieldlibrary.com
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

7:00pm Digital Downloads
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, September 13, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm -- Community Room
Summary:
Learn how to use digital books, audiobooks, and magazines available for FREE with your library card and accessible on your computer, laptop, phone, tablet, or other portable electronic device. Each session will include a demonstration of Overdrive and, as time permits, the other online products available and an open question and answer period.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

10:30am Preschool Storytime
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Monday, September 19, 10:30am -- Community Room
Summary:
Join the Children's Librarians for stories, songs and fingerplays. Storytimes are designed for the child to attend WITH a parent or caregiver. Adult participation is important for a positive, enriching experience. This program is intended for preschool children, ages 3 - 5. No Registration required.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

2:00pm Introduction to the Internet 2
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Monday, September 19, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm -- Community Room
Summary:
This class provides suggestions for more effective searching. Prior knowledge of the Internet or attendance at “Introduction to the Internet 1” is recommended to get the most out of this class. The emphasis will be on search strategy and the appropriate use of different search engines and databases. Basic keyboard and mouse skills are necessary for all Internet Classes. Class Size Limited. Registration Required.
URL:
Schedule of Classes
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

10:00am Armchair Travel Book Club
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Meets monthly on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 am -- Rotary Room
Summary:
Explore new worlds and enjoy intriguing adventures through reading! This book group discusses nonfiction titles written by and about travelers throughout the world. We try to have enough books available for everyone in the discussion group by requesting them from other libraries. Under ideal circumstances, the books are available one month in advance of the meeting date from the Circulation Desk. The additional copies will not be displayed in our online catalog! Just ask at the check-out desk for the next available book discussion title. Please ask them to check the item out to you through the date of the discussion. For more information, please contact the Adult Reference Desk at 262-782-4140, option 1.
URL:
Title List
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

10:00am Tuesday Morning Playgroup for Infants, 1's & 2's
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, September 20, 10:00 am -- Harnischfeger Room
Summary:
Drop in anytime. Play with toys and make new friends! For infants, 1 year olds and 2 year olds.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

10:00am Library Playgroup for Infants to Age 2
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, September 20, 10:30am-11:30am -- Harnischfeger Room
Summary:
Drop in anytime. Play with toys and make new friends! For infants, 1 year olds and 2 year olds.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

1:00pm At Knits End
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, September 20, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm -- Library Rotary Room
Summary:
Join fellow knitters, both novices and experts at our drop in knitting group. The group meets the First and Third Tuesday of the month in the Rotary Room.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

9:30am Toddler Tales
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, September 21, 9:30 am -- Community Room
Summary:
Join the Children's Librarians for stories, songs and fingerplays. Storytimes are designed for the child to attend WITH a parent or caregiver. Adult participation is important for a positive, enriching experience. This program is intended for ages 2 - 3. No Registration required.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

10:30am Toddler Tales
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, September 21, 10:30 am -- Community Room
Summary:
Join the Children's Librarians for stories, songs and fingerplays. Storytimes are designed for the child to attend WITH a parent or caregiver. Adult participation is important for a positive, enriching experience. This program is intended for ages 2 - 3. No Registration required.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

10:30am Preschool Storytime
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Monday, September 26, 10:30am -- Community Room
Summary:
Join the Children's Librarians for stories, songs and fingerplays. Storytimes are designed for the child to attend WITH a parent or caregiver. Adult participation is important for a positive, enriching experience. This program is intended for preschool children, ages 3 - 5. No Registration required.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

1:00pm Great Lives Biography Book Club
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Meets monthly on Monday afternoons at 1:00 pm -- Harnischfeger Room
Summary:
The “Great Lives” Biography Book Group welcomes everyone interested in reading and discussing biographies. This book group proves that truth is often stranger than fiction by discussing the lives of fascinating people. Both historical and current biographies are discussed. Books are available at the Circulation Desk about a month before the meeting. For more information, please contact the Adult Reference Desk at 262-782-4140, option 1.
URL:
Title List
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

7:00pm Following the Trail - The Origins Behind Bluemound Road
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Monday, September 26 - 7:00 pm -- Community Room
Summary:
What do Andrew Jackson, Chief Blackhawk, Senator Henry Clay and Abraham Lincoln have to do with the origins of Bluemound Road? Professor Stephen Hauser will answer that question and more during this captivating program. Please call the Adult Reference Desk at 262-782-4140, option 1, with any questions. www.brookfieldlibrary.com
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

10:00am Tuesday Morning Playgroup for Infants, 1's & 2's
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, September 27, 10:00 am -- Harnischfeger Room
Summary:
Drop in anytime. Play with toys and make new friends! For infants, 1 year olds and 2 year olds.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

10:00am Library Playgroup for Infants to Age 2
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, September 27, 10:30am-11:30am -- Harnischfeger Room
Summary:
Drop in anytime. Play with toys and make new friends! For infants, 1 year olds and 2 year olds.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

1:00pm Maximizing your Medicare Benefits
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, September 27, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm -- Community Room
Summary:
Debbie Bisswurm, of the Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources, will provide an overview of Medicare, including Parts A, B, C, and D, as well as Supplemental Policies and Savings Programs. Please contact the Adult Reference Desk at (262) 782-4140, option 1, with any questions.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

7:00pm - 8:00pm LEGO Club
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, September 27, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM -- Community Room
Summary:
We have Legos ready and waiting to be turned into your fabulous creations. Come and build with other Lego fans. For all ages. Parents must stay with children under 8.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

7:00pm - 8:00pm LEGO Club
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Tuesday, September 27, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM -- Community Room
Summary:
We have Legos ready and waiting to be turned into your fabulous creations. Come and build with other Lego fans. For all ages. Parents must stay with children under 8.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

9:30am Toddler Tales
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, September 28, 9:30 am -- Community Room
Summary:
Join the Children's Librarians for stories, songs and fingerplays. Storytimes are designed for the child to attend WITH a parent or caregiver. Adult participation is important for a positive, enriching experience. This program is intended for ages 2 - 3. No Registration required.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140

10:30am Toddler Tales
Hosted by:
Brookfield Public Library
Hours:
Wednesday, September 28, 10:30 am -- Community Room
Summary:
Join the Children's Librarians for stories, songs and fingerplays. Storytimes are designed for the child to attend WITH a parent or caregiver. Adult participation is important for a positive, enriching experience. This program is intended for ages 2 - 3. No Registration required.
Address:
1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005
Phone:
262-782-4140