Adults

Previous Programs

We are fortunate to have McFarland Cable come and record some of our programs!  Click HERE to see recordings of some previous library programs, including Ron Larson's Cemetery Walking Tours, Project Home's Fall Maintenance, author visits, and more.

For unedited, live streamed versions of these programs and more, please visit our YouTube channel.

Special Programs

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Adult winter reading challenge, January 1-31. Stop by the library starting December 23 to pick up your reading bingo sheet.

Adult Winter Reading Challenge

January 1 - 31

Join the Adult Winter Reading Challenge! Pick up your reading challenge BINGO sheet starting December 23. Complete five activities in a row (vertical, horizontal, or diagonal). Note: this challenge is paper only - not available on Beanstack

Click here for more information.

 

 

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On Saturday, January 25 1-3 PM, Jamie Statz-Paynter will show us how to make three projects: a gift card holder, a fun fold card, and a calendar.  Registration is required and opens January 10

Crafting with Jamie!

Saturday, January 25, 1-3 PM

Jamie is back for more card making!  Join us as Jamie, a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, walks through the creation of three projects: a fun fold card, a mini calendar, and a gift card holder.  Space is limited; registration is required and will be available starting January 10.

Click here for more information.

 

 

 

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Join us for a three week session on how to play Bridge!  The sessions are Tuesdays, January 28, February 4, and February 11, from 1 to 2 PM in the Library Community Room.  Registration is appreciated, and can be found at https://forms.gle/7fPx6Kttn3UdGLMx7.

An Introduction to Bridge

Tuesdays, January 28, February 4, February 11, 1-2 PM

Want to learn more about the card game Bridge before playing with a group? Join us for a three week class on Bridge basics. There's no charge, and no experience needed. You don't need to sign up for all three, but it's most beneficial to do so.  Registration is appreciated, but not required/

Click here for more information.

 

 

 

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World traveler Joe Fahey will be presenting on Pompeii & Herculaneum on Wednesday, January 29, 6:30-7:30 PM in the Library Community Room.  This program will be live streamed for those who cannot attend in person.

Pompeii & Herculaneum

Wednesday, January 29, 6:30-7:30 PM

World traveler Joe Fahey is bringing his journeys to our library! Join us for an exciting presentation on Pompeii and Herculaneum. In 79 AD, Mt Vesuvius erupted, leading to the amazing preservation of these two cities. Joe will share what he learned about the life of ancient Romans from his travels to the ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum.  This program will be live streamed for those who cannot attend in person.  

Click here for more information.

 

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Lon Haldeman, a Hall of Fame ultra distance bicycle racer, is coming to E.D. Locke to share his story and his new book.  The program is Thursday, January 30, 6:30-7:30 PM in the Library Community Room.

Lon Haldeman: Cycling Pioneer

Thursday, January 30, 6:30-7:30 PM

Join us as Lon Haldeman, current record holder for bicycling across the United States, presents his cycling history. Lon's achievements have left a tremendous impact on the world of ultra distance bicycle racing, and he has recently written a book detailing his life of cycling. We are honored to have him share his story with us!

Click here for more information.

 

 

 

 

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Common scams & frauds with the Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection. Thursday February 6, 4-5 pm, Library Community Room. Registration is required and opens January 23 at mcfarlandlibrary.org. This program will be livestreamed and recorded for those who are unable to attend in person

Common Scams & Frauds

Thursday, February 6, 4-5 PM

The Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection will discuss the details of common scams, the warning signs of a scam, and what to do if you or someone you know falls victim to a scam or fraud. Registration is required and will be available starting January 23. This program will be livestreamed and recorded for those who cannot attend in person. 

Click here for more information.

 

 

 

 

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Family Game Day will be held Saturday, February 8, from 10 AM to 2 PM in the Library Community Room.  Come for it all or drop in when you can.  Games will be provided, but feel free to bring your own!

Family Game Day

Saturday, February 8, 10 AM-  2 PM

We'll provide oldies but goodies, as well as newer go-to games.  You are welcome to bring your own, too!  Stay the whole time, or drop in when it works for you.  Light refreshments will be provided.  See you then!

Bring in a donation (money or food) for the food pantry, and receive a ticket to enter into a prize drawing for a free game.

Monthly Programs

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Mystery Book Club meets the first Wednesday of every month at 6:30 PM in the Library Community Room.  New Sleuths are always welcome

Mystery Book Club

1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM in the Library Community Room

February's Book: The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides

NEW: Check out Murdle- your daily dose of deductive reasoning!

For general book club support, go here

 

 

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A book and a cup of tea are resting on a windowsill.  There is a frosted pinecone on the book.  Outside, the tree branches are laden with snow, and there is snow on the ground.

Afternoon Book Club

2nd Wednesday of each month at 2 PM in the Library Community Room

February 2025:  The Last Animal by Ramona Ausubel

For general book club support, go here

 

 

 

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Craft Club

3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM in the Library Community Room

 

 

 

 

 

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Ad for Conversaciones en Espanol

Conversaciones en Espaňol

Join us the first and third Saturdays of the month for an hour-long informal conversation in Spanish.  Each meeting will have a number of suggested topics to discuss and attendees should have at least a basic ability to carry out simple conversations in Spanish.  This is not a teaching class.  

Click here for more information.

 

 

 

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A person is holding playing cards in their hand for a game of Bridge

Bridge Club

Every Thursday from 1-3 PM

Everyone is welcome, and no registration is required.

 

 

 

 

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Family Game Days are typically the 2nd Saturday of September, November, February, and April in the Library Community Room.

Family Game Days

Family Game Days are typically the the 2nd Saturday of September, November, February, and April.  The fun is 10 AM to 2 PM in the Library Community Room.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summer Reading Program

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Adventure begins at your library. E.D. Locke Public Library Summer Reading Program June 1 - August 31.

Summer Reading Program (2024)

Other Events & Programs

 

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The McFarland Bird Festival supports birds and bird-watching in the village of McFarland.

McFarland Bird Festival

May 11, 2024

 

 

 

 

 

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The image for the McFarland Community Festival shows interlocking semi-circles on the edge of a circle.  Each semi circle is a different shade of the spectrum.

McFarland Community Festival

September 27-29, 2024

 

 

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E.D. Locke Library Calendar

For the most current list of library programs

 

 

 

Offered Services

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Book-A-Librarian

Make one-on-one appointments for basic technology and computer help, getting started with Libby, and more.

 

 

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Exam Proctoring

 

 

 

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Research, Information, & Database Assistance

Deciding which refrigerator to purchase next?  Looking for a new recipe to try?  We can help you navigate our many online resources.

 

 

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Job Search Resources & Support

 

 

 

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Reading Suggestions, Book Videos, & Book Bundles

 

 

 

Many of these services can be offered virtually. Call 608-838-9030 to inquire about an appointment. Don't see what you're looking for? Check our general Library Services page, or give us a call!