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1:00pm At Knits End
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Tuesday, August 3, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm -- Library Rotary Room Summary: Join us in the Rotary Room for our bi-monthly get together of knitters—beginners and more experienced knitters of ALL AGES are welcome at this informal group. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
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10:30am Gypsy Geoff Marsh “The Last Vaudevillian Circus Tycoon”
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Wednesday, August 4, 10:30 am - 11:30 am -- Community Room Summary: Be a part of the circus with dangerous juggling stunts and physics-defying tricks that will intrigue everyone. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
10:30am Gypsy Geoff Marsh “The Last Vaudevilli...
1:30pm Gypsy Geoff Marsh “The Last Vaudevillian Circus Tycoon”
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Wednesday, August 4, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm -- Community Room Summary: Be a part of the circus with dangerous juggling stunts and physics-defying tricks that will intrigue everyone. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
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2:00pm A Paris Paint-by-Numbers
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Saturday, August 7, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm -- Community Room Summary: Release you inner Monet and create a mini masterpiece! All supplies provides. Program is open to those ages 18 and older. REQUIRED registratrion beings Monday, July 19 (Part of our Passport to Paris series) . Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
2:00pm A Paris Paint-by-Numbers
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7:00pm “It’s All Elementary” Brookfield Public Library's Mystery Book Club
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Monday, August 9, 2021 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
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7:00pm "Talking About Books" Book Club
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Meeting at 7:00 pm on the second Tuesday of every month -- On the date of each meeting, please check the sign in the lobby for the room location. Summary: Can’t decide on your favorite genre? Then this is the perfect group for you. Everything from classics to current nonfiction is discussed. The only requirement is a love of books. New readers always welcome! Feel free to come to all the meetings, or to only the titles that interest you. TAB meets at 7 pm on the second Tuesday of every month. Books are available at the Circulation Desk about one month before each meeting. URL: Title List Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
7:00pm "Talking About Books" Book Club
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10:00am Writing Circle
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Wednesday, August 11, 10:00 am - 11:00 am -- Community Room Summary: Whether your goal is to preserve memories, compile a collection of stories, or publist, these sessions will get you on your way. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND ENROLLMENT IS LIMITED. Participants are STRONGLY encouraged to attend all sessions. Led by published author and Brookfield Resident Lois Patton. Wednesdays, 10:00 am - 12:00p; June 9; June 23; July 14; July 28; August 11; August 25 Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
10:00am Writing Circle
1:30pm Adult Coloring Club
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Wednesday, August 11, 1:30 pm -- Rotary Room Summary: Join us in the coloring craze—Enjoy our coloring pages and supplies or bring your favorites. (Adults only, please). Not just for kids any more—coloring reduces stress and helps adults relax! Registration is not required for this free program. Come and go as you wish. For more information contact the Adult Reference Desk at 262-782-4140, option 1. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
1:30pm Adult Coloring Club
6:30pm Ice Cream Social (all ages)
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Wednesday, August 11, 6:30 pm -- Library Courtyard Summary: Celebrate summer’s end with entertainment and ice cream. Presented in the courtyard by The Friends of the Library. All ages. In case of inclement weather, join us in the Community Room. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
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1:00pm Short and Sweet Book Club
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Discussions held the second Thursday of each month @ 1 pm -- Harnischfeger Room Summary: Enjoy a lively discussion of some shorter works and a sweet treat. Books are available at the Circulation Desk about one month before each meeting. All are welcome. For more information, please contact the Adult Reference Desk at 262-782-4140, option 1.The Bus Driver Who Wanted To Be God Etgar Keret Brief, intense, painfully funny, and shockingly honest, Keret’s stories are snapshots that illuminate with intelligence and wit the hidden truths of life. Hilarity and anguish are the twin pillars of his work. Keret covers a remarkable emotional and narrative terrain. These wildly inventive, uniquely humane stories are for fans of transforming, brilliant fiction. (Riverhead Books) URL: Title List Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
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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. For more information, please contact the Adult Reference Desk at 262-782-4140, option 1. The Blood of Flowers: a Novel by Anita Amirrezvani (fiction) In 17th-century Iran, a 14-year-old woman believes she will be married within the year. But when her beloved father dies, she and her mother find themselves alone and without a dowry. With nowhere else to go, they are forced to journey to Isfahan, where they will work as servants for her uncle, a rich rug designer in the court of the legendary Shah Abbas the Great. Forced into a secret marriage to a wealthy man, the young woman finds herself faced with a daunting decision: forsake her own dignity, or risk everything she has in an effort to create a new life (Amazon). URL: Title List Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
10:00am Armchair Travel Book Club
1:00pm At Knits End
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Tuesday, August 17, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm -- Library Rotary Room Summary: Join us in the Rotary Room for our bi-monthly get together of knitters—beginners and more experienced knitters of ALL AGES are welcome at this informal group. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
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2:00pm Back in Time Book Club
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Thursday, August 19, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm -- Rotary Room Summary: Everyone is welcome! Book Little by Edward Carey available at the Circulation Desk. For more information, please contact the Adult Reference Desk at 262-782-4140, option 1. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
2:00pm Back in Time Book Club
7:00pm On Story Parkway: Remembering Country Stadium
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Thursday, August 19, 7:00 pm -- Community Room Summary: Reminisce about everything and anything Milwaukee Country Stadium from the county financing to demolition, Braves to Brewers, Pink Floyd to The Rolling Stones. Presented by Jim Cryns. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
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9:00am - 4:00 pm Craft Saturdays
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Saturday, August 21, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM -- Harnischfeger room Summary: Stop in for fun, Grab N Go seasonal crafts for your kids! The Harnischfeger room will be available for masked attendees. All ages. While supplies last. Questions? Call the Children's Reference Desk 262-782-4140 Opt. 2. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
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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: Books are available at the Circulation Desk about a month before the meeting. Anyone interested in reading and discussing biographies is welcome! Please check the sign in the lobby for the location of the meeting each month.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
1:00pm "Great Lives" Biography Book Club
6:00pm Bead All About It!
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Monday, August 23, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm -- Community Room Summary: Make a beautiful loopy leather necklace! There will be various colorways and pendant styles available. All tools and materials provided. Program is open to thoise ages 18 and older. REQUIRED registration begins MOnday, August 2. Presented by the Loose Bead Society of Greater Milwaukee. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
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10:00am Writing Circle
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Wednesday, August 25, 10:00 am - 11:00 am -- Community Room Summary: Whether your goal is to preserve memories, compile a collection of stories, or publist, these sessions will get you on your way. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND ENROLLMENT IS LIMITED. Participants are STRONGLY encouraged to attend all sessions. Led by published author and Brookfield Resident Lois Patton. Wednesdays, 10:00 am - 12:00p; June 9; June 23; July 14; July 28; August 11; August 25 Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
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2:00pm Digital Downloads
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Thursday, August 26, 2:00 pm - 3:00 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. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
2:00pm Digital Downloads
7:00pm Thicker than Water - author Geoff Carter
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Thursday, August 26, 7:00 pm -- Community Room Summary: Eddy and Will LeBarron live in the same small Northernwoods twon of Moon Lake, but there worlds couldn't be farther apart. Eddy is a charming but impulsive real estate salesman, always looking for an easy spportunity; Will is a recluse, socially awkard forest ranger, dedicated to preserving the wilderness and pristine land that surrounds the town, When the two brothers unexpectedly inherit a vase tract of this unspoiled wilderness, their difference erupt into a head-on clash. Eddy is adamant in this plan to clear and develop the forest, but Will vows to stop at nothing to protect the land he loves. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
7:00pm Thicker than Water - author Geoff Carter
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2:30pm Saturday in the Courtyard with BPL
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Saturday, August 28, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm -- Library Community Room Summary: Transport yourself to France while enjoying refreshments and the musical talents of Val Sigal in the Library's courtyard. (Part of our Passport to Patis series) Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
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1:00pm At Knits End
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Tuesday, August 31, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm -- Library Rotary Room Summary: Join us in the Rotary Room for our bi-monthly get together of knitters—beginners and more experienced knitters of ALL AGES are welcome at this informal group. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
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10:00am Internet Resources You Need to Know
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Saturday, September 4, 10:00 am - 11:00 am -- Community Room Summary: Learn about the different subscription databases available to you through the library. Questions? Call the Adult Reference Desk 262-782-4140 Option 1. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
10:00am Internet Resources You Need to Know
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1:00pm At Knits End
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Tuesday, September 7, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm -- Library Rotary Room Summary: Join us in the Rotary Room for our bi-monthly get together of knitters—beginners and more experienced knitters of ALL AGES are welcome at this informal group. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
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1:30pm Adult Coloring Club
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Wednesday, September 8, 1:30 pm -- Rotary Room Summary: Join us in the coloring craze—Enjoy our coloring pages and supplies or bring your favorites. (Adults only, please). Not just for kids any more—coloring reduces stress and helps adults relax! Registration is not required for this free program. Come and go as you wish. For more information contact the Adult Reference Desk at 262-782-4140, option 1. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
1:30pm Adult Coloring Club
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1:00pm Short and Sweet Book Club
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Discussions held the second Thursday of each month @ 1 pm -- Harnischfeger Room Summary: Enjoy a lively discussion of some shorter works and a sweet treat. Books are available at the Circulation Desk about one month before each meeting. All are welcome. For more information, please contact the Adult Reference Desk at 262-782-4140, option 1.The Boat Nam Le From a Colombian slum to the streets of Tehran, seven characters in seven stories struggle with very particular Swords of Damocles in Le's accomplished debut. The story's ironies are masterfully controlled by Le, and reverberate through the rest of this peripatetic collection. Taken together, the stories cover a vast geographic territory and are filled with exquisitely painful and raw moments of revelation, captured in an economical style as deft as it is sure. (Publishers Weekly) URL: Title List Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
1:00pm Short and Sweet Book Club
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10:00am - 11:30am LEGO Club
Hosted by: Brookfield Public Library Hours: Saturdays, 10-11:30am: September 11, October 9, November 13, December 11 -- Commmunity Room Summary: Come build with us! We supply the legos, you supply the creativity. This program is held in the Community Room and is for all ages. Parents must remain with children ages 10 and nder. No registration required. Address: 1900 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield WI 53005 Phone: 262-782-4140
10:00am - 11:30am LEGO Club
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