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Adult Maker Night

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
MakerStudio at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Maker Night:

Join us the 3rd Monday of every month for an Adult Maker Night! For ages 18+ only. Registration is required as class space is limited.

This month we are making floral tattoo ornaments.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: MakerStudio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us the 3rd Monday of every month for an Adult Maker Night! For ages 18+ only. Registration is required as class space is limited.

This month we are making floral tattoo ornaments.

a town square image with people active in battle

Art History Lecture Series - Pieter Bruegel

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Pieter Bruegel, known as the father of Where's Waldo, was a "genre" painter and we will learn more about his life, the times and his art with art historian, Karri Fritz-Klaus.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pieter Bruegel, known as the father of Where's Waldo, was a "genre" painter and we will learn more about his life, the times and his art with art historian, Karri Fritz-Klaus.

Itty Bitty Mini Stitching!

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Marion Onesti Board Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

These little embroidery hoops are the cutest thing!  This is a perfect activity if you have no skill at stitching, like unique decor, enjoy giving gifts or just like small itty bitty things. We are going to have so much fun.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Marion Onesti Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

These little embroidery hoops are the cutest thing!  This is a perfect activity if you have no skill at stitching, like unique decor, enjoy giving gifts or just like small itty bitty things. We are going to have so much fun.

Never Ending Stories

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Heritage Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults
Never Ending Stories Book Club:

With a never ending selection of great fiction, this group reads popular titles and meets to discuss every third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM. Meeting format and space varies ...

This month's book is We Are the Light by Matthew Quick.

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group
Event Details:

With a never ending selection of great fiction, this group reads popular titles and meets to discuss every third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM. Meeting format and space varies with weather and ongoing procedures at the library.

This month's book is We Are the Light by Matthew Quick.

Coffee. Chat. Play. Come for coffee and games every Thursday from 9 to 12 PM on the 2nd Floor.

Coffee Chats

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Study Zone (2nd Floor) at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Games & Fun
Age Group:
Adults

Join us every Thursday from 9 to 12 PM for coffee and games in the study zone on the 2nd floor. 

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Study Zone (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday from 9 to 12 PM for coffee and games in the study zone on the 2nd floor. 

FOL Canva Training

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Computer Lab at New Berlin Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Workshop for Bridges Library System FOL Organization Members

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Workshop for Bridges Library System FOL Organization Members

image from The Naked Gun

Friday Movie Matinee

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Friday Movie Matinee:

Join us for free monthly movie screenings! Free popcorn provided!Please note: movies may not be suitable for all audiences. Plan your trip by checking movie ratings below.

This month's movie: The Naked Gun (2025)

Only one man has the particular set of skills... to lead Police Squad and save the world! Lt. Frank Drebin Jr. follows in his father's footsteps.

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for free monthly movie screenings! Free popcorn provided!

Please note: movies may not be suitable for all audiences. Plan your trip by checking movie ratings below.

This month's movie: The Naked Gun (2025)

Only one man has the particular set of skills... to lead Police Squad and save the world! Lt. Frank Drebin Jr. follows in his father's footsteps.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Novel Suspects: A True Crime Book Club

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Heritage Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults
Novel Suspects: A True Crime Book Club:

Calling all true crime enthusiasts! Join us as we read and discuss a mix of fiction and nonfiction titles, all focused on a wide array of true crime subjects-- heists, fraud, kidna...

This month we will discuss The Five: The Untold Lives of the Women Killed by Jack the Ripper by Hallie Rubenhold

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Calling all true crime enthusiasts! Join us as we read and discuss a mix of fiction and nonfiction titles, all focused on a wide array of true crime subjects-- heists, fraud, kidnapping, mob stories, cults, and yes, murder. Books are available for checkout at the circulation desk one month prior to the meeting. 

This month we will discuss The Five: The Untold Lives of the Women Killed by Jack the Ripper by Hallie Rubenhold

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

House of Glass

Brown Bag Book Club

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Heritage Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults
Brown Bag Book Club:

Bring your lunch and join us for a mystery book club held over the lunch hour! Copies of the next book are available at the circulation desk one month prior.

This month we will be discussing House of Glass by Sarah Pekkanen.

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Bring your lunch and join us for a mystery book club held over the lunch hour! Copies of the next book are available at the circulation desk one month prior.

This month we will be discussing House of Glass by Sarah Pekkanen.

male cardinal with green background

Birdwell: Birding, Wellness, and You

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at New Berlin Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Did you know that watching and listening to birds can provide benefits to health? Learn how you can find joy and healing through birding, even in your own yard!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Did you know that watching and listening to birds can provide benefits to health? Learn how you can find joy and healing through birding, even in your own yard!

Author David Brooks

Virtual Author Talk: David Brooks

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online (Virtual) at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Author Visit
Age Group:
Adults

This is a VIRTUAL event, available for viewing through our virtual author talks site. The program will be available live at the time listed here, and it will also be recorded and uploaded for later viewing.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Online (Virtual)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Visit
Event Details:

This is a VIRTUAL event, available for viewing through our virtual author talks site. The program will be available live at the time listed here, and it will also be recorded and uploaded for later viewing.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the New Berlin Public Library.

Tech Talk: Amazon Kindle Basics on January 13 at 2 PM

Tech Talk: Amazon Kindle Basics

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Help
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how to use and navigate an Amazon Kindle (including Paperwhite, Colorsoft, and older models).

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Help
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use and navigate an Amazon Kindle (including Paperwhite, Colorsoft, and older models).

Adult Maker Night

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
MakerStudio at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Maker Night:

Join us the 3rd Monday of every month for an Adult Maker Night! For ages 18+ only. Registration is required as class space is limited.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: MakerStudio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Join us the 3rd Monday of every month for an Adult Maker Night! For ages 18+ only. Registration is required as class space is limited.

Author Julia Hotz holds a prescription bottle

Virtual Author Talk: Journalist Julia Hotz

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online (Virtual) at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Author Visit
Age Group:
Adults

This is a VIRTUAL event, available for viewing through our virtual author talks site. The program will be available live at the time listed here, and it will also be recorded and uploaded for later viewing.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Online (Virtual)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Visit
Event Details:

This is a VIRTUAL event, available for viewing through our virtual author talks site. The program will be available live at the time listed here, and it will also be recorded and uploaded for later viewing.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the New Berlin Public Library.

Never Ending Stories

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Heritage Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults
Never Ending Stories Book Club:

With a never ending selection of great fiction, this group reads popular titles and meets to discuss every third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM. Meeting format and space varies ...

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group

With a never ending selection of great fiction, this group reads popular titles and meets to discuss every third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM. Meeting format and space varies with weather and ongoing procedures at the library.

FOL Canva Training

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Lab at New Berlin Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Workshop of Bridges Library System Friends Organization Members

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Workshop of Bridges Library System Friends Organization Members

FOL Canva Training-Evening Session

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Computer Lab at New Berlin Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Workshop for Bridges Library System FOL Members

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Workshop for Bridges Library System FOL Members

Book Club Pot Luck

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Heritage Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a pizza party pot luck before the first meeting of our new book club, Every Book Its Reader. The library will provide pizza. Bring a small dish or treat to share, and come meet and mingle with fellow readers!

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Join us for a pizza party pot luck before the first meeting of our new book club, Every Book Its Reader. The library will provide pizza. Bring a small dish or treat to share, and come meet and mingle with fellow readers!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Every Book Its Reader Book Club

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Heritage Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults
Every Book Its Reader Book Club:

We are excited to welcome you to our newly imagined book club! Join us on the 4th Monday of every month for a stress-free book discussion with no required reading. This book club i...

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group

We are excited to welcome you to our newly imagined book club! Join us on the 4th Monday of every month for a stress-free book discussion with no required reading. This book club is BYOB (Bring Your Own Book).

Bring a book you've read and enjoyed, and talk it up to the group! Meet other readers, explore new genres, and give and get new book recommendations!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's at the moulin rouge painting

2026 Artist Lecture Series-Toulouse-Lautrec

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

Cornerstone History Symposium’s, Karri L. Fritz-Klaus returns in 2026 to take us on a journey through canvas to learn about the artwork of the masters! January's artist is Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Cornerstone History Symposium’s, Karri L. Fritz-Klaus returns in 2026 to take us on a journey through canvas to learn about the artwork of the masters! January's artist is Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

Author Liz Moore next to the cover of God of the Woods

Virtual Author Talk: Liz Moore

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online (Virtual) at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Author Visit
Age Group:
Adults

This is a VIRTUAL event, available for viewing through our virtual author talks site. The program will be available live at the time listed here, and it will also be recorded and uploaded for later viewing.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Online (Virtual)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Visit
Event Details:

This is a VIRTUAL event, available for viewing through our virtual author talks site. The program will be available live at the time listed here, and it will also be recorded and uploaded for later viewing.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the New Berlin Public Library.

Novel Suspects: A True Crime Book Club

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Heritage Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults
Novel Suspects: A True Crime Book Club:

Calling all true crime enthusiasts! Join us as we read and discuss a mix of fiction and nonfiction titles, all focused on a wide array of true crime subjects-- heists, fraud, kidna...

This month we will discuss Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism by Amanda Montell. 

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Calling all true crime enthusiasts! Join us as we read and discuss a mix of fiction and nonfiction titles, all focused on a wide array of true crime subjects-- heists, fraud, kidnapping, mob stories, cults, and yes, murder. Books are available for checkout at the circulation desk one month prior to the meeting. 

This month we will discuss Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism by Amanda Montell. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Friday Movie Matinee

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Friday Movie Matinee:

Join us for free monthly movie screenings! Free popcorn provided!Please note: movies may not be suitable for all audiences. Plan your trip by checking movie ratings below.

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie

Join us for free monthly movie screenings! Free popcorn provided!

Please note: movies may not be suitable for all audiences. Plan your trip by checking movie ratings below.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Ostrich looking right at viewer

The Secret Love Life of Birds

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at New Berlin Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

From love songs to dramatic displays, the bird world is full of romance and intrigue, but also promiscuity and scandals!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

From love songs to dramatic displays, the bird world is full of romance and intrigue, but also promiscuity and scandals!