Book Drop & Drive-Thru Closure

Due to the replacement of the library’s HVAC chiller unit, the drive-up window and the outdoor book drop will be closed and inaccessible beginning Monday, April 27. All materials must be returned to the indoor book drop during operating hours only. Please call 262-785-4980 with any questions or accessibility needs.

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Book Babies (ages 0-24 months)

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children
Book Babies (ages 0-24 months):

Bond with your baby and introduce them to the wonders of storytime when you join us for simple stories, songs, rhymes, and fun. For ages 0-24 months. Siblings are welcome to attend...

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy

Bond with your baby and introduce them to the wonders of storytime when you join us for simple stories, songs, rhymes, and fun. For ages 0-24 months. Siblings are welcome to attend.

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.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Book Babies (ages 0-24 months)

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children
Book Babies (ages 0-24 months):

Bond with your baby and introduce them to the wonders of storytime when you join us for simple stories, songs, rhymes, and fun. For ages 0-24 months. Siblings are welcome to attend...

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy

Bond with your baby and introduce them to the wonders of storytime when you join us for simple stories, songs, rhymes, and fun. For ages 0-24 months. Siblings are welcome to attend.

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.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Dog sitting on couch with two children reading a book

Puppy Pages - Read to Oslo

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Youth Services Department at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children
Read to Rover:

Practice reading with one of our trained therapy dogs. Not reading yet? That’s okay, they would still love for you to pet and talk to them as well. No registration needed.

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities

Practice reading with one of our trained therapy dogs. Not reading yet? That’s okay, they would still love for you to pet and talk to them as well. No registration needed.

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.

Vincent van Gogh painting of yellow and orange flowers in a vase.

2026 Artist Lecture Series - Vincent van Gogh

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Heritage Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

Cornerstone History Symposium’s, Karri L. Fritz-Klaus takes us on a journey through canvas to learn about the artwork of the masters! April's featured artist is VIncent van Gogh.

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

Cornerstone History Symposium’s, Karri L. Fritz-Klaus takes us on a journey through canvas to learn about the artwork of the masters! April's featured artist is VIncent van Gogh.

Family Storytime

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children
Family Storytime (all ages):

This storytime focuses on early literacy skills while laughing and playing with every member of the family. All ages are welcome to attend with a caregiver. 

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy

This storytime focuses on early literacy skills while laughing and playing with every member of the family. All ages are welcome to attend with a caregiver. 

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.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Family Storytime

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children
Family Storytime (all ages):

This storytime focuses on early literacy skills while laughing and playing with every member of the family. All ages are welcome to attend with a caregiver. 

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy

This storytime focuses on early literacy skills while laughing and playing with every member of the family. All ages are welcome to attend with a caregiver. 

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.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Strengths Finder Workshop

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Public Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

The Goodwill Workforce Connection Centers are offering a free workshop to take Gallup’s CliftonStrengths Assessment.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Public Meeting
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Goodwill Workforce Connection Centers are offering a free workshop to take Gallup’s CliftonStrengths Assessment.

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.

Toddler Storytime (ages 2-3)

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children
Toddler Storytime (ages 2-3):

Boost independence and develop social skills at this interactive storytime that helps to support your child's rapidly developing skills. For ages 2-3 and their caregiver. Siblings ...

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy

Boost independence and develop social skills at this interactive storytime that helps to support your child's rapidly developing skills. For ages 2-3 and their caregiver. Siblings are welcome to attend. 

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.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Toddler Storytime (ages 2-3)

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children
Toddler Storytime (ages 2-3):

Boost independence and develop social skills at this interactive storytime that helps to support your child's rapidly developing skills. For ages 2-3 and their caregiver. Siblings ...

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy

Boost independence and develop social skills at this interactive storytime that helps to support your child's rapidly developing skills. For ages 2-3 and their caregiver. Siblings are welcome to attend. 

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.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Virtual Author Talk with Jason Reynolds

Virtual Author Talk: Jason Reynolds

Thursday, April 30, 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.

image for "Hamnet"

Friday Movie Matinee

Friday, May 1, 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 movie screenings at the library! Free popcorn provided!Please note: movies may not be suitable for all audiences. Plan your trip by checking movie ratings bel...

This month's movie: Hamnet (2025)

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

Join us for free movie screenings at the library! 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: Hamnet (2025)

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.

Dog sitting on couch with two children reading a book

Puppy Pages - Read to Mac

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Services Department at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children
Read to Rover:

Practice reading with one of our trained therapy dogs. Not reading yet? That’s okay, they would still love for you to pet and talk to them as well. No registration needed.

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities

Practice reading with one of our trained therapy dogs. Not reading yet? That’s okay, they would still love for you to pet and talk to them as well. No registration needed.

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.

Yarn Crafters

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Heritage Room at New Berlin Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Monday night yarn crafting group (crochet, knitting and loom work), formerly known as the Crochet Club. Open to new members.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Reserving: Heritage Room
Purpose of Meeting

Monday night yarn crafting group (crochet, knitting and loom work), formerly known as the Crochet Club. 

Open to new members.

2026 NWS Milwaukee Storm Spotter Training

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at New Berlin Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Join us for free, in-person National Weather Service Storm Spotter Class.No registration required. 

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Reserving: Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Join us for free, in-person National Weather Service Storm Spotter Class.

No registration required. 

Adding native plants to any size gardening space on May 6th at 6:30pm.

Virtual Webinar: Adding Native Plants to Any Size Gardening Space with Melinda Myers

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online (Virtual) at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Garden
Age Group:
Adults

This is a VIRTUAL event. 

Virtual Event
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Online (Virtual)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden
Event Details:

This is a VIRTUAL event. 

Author Marjan Kamali next to the cover of her book The Lion Women of Tehran

Virtual Author Talk: Marjan Kamali

Thursday, May 7, 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, May 7, 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 Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland by Patrick Radden Keefe.

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 Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland by Patrick Radden Keefe.

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.

Dog sitting on couch with two children reading a book

Puppy Pages - Read to Petunia

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Services Department at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children
Read to Rover:

Practice reading with one of our trained therapy dogs. Not reading yet? That’s okay, they would still love for you to pet and talk to them as well. No registration needed.

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities

Practice reading with one of our trained therapy dogs. Not reading yet? That’s okay, they would still love for you to pet and talk to them as well. No registration needed.

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.

Yarn Crafters

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Heritage Room at New Berlin Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Monday night yarn crafting group (crochet, knitting and loom work), formerly known as the Crochet Club. Open to new members.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Reserving: Heritage Room
Purpose of Meeting

Monday night yarn crafting group (crochet, knitting and loom work), formerly known as the Crochet Club. 

Open to new members.

New Berlin Garden Club

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Community Room at New Berlin Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Mary Jane Swedberg from the Southeast Wisconsin Master Gardeners will discuss "Spring Ephemerals"

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Reserving: Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Mary Jane Swedberg from the Southeast Wisconsin Master Gardeners will discuss "Spring Ephemerals"

Dog sitting on couch with two children reading a book

Puppy Pages - Read to Molly

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Services Department at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activities
Age Group:
Children
Read to Rover:

Practice reading with one of our trained therapy dogs. Not reading yet? That’s okay, they would still love for you to pet and talk to them as well. No registration needed.

Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities

Practice reading with one of our trained therapy dogs. Not reading yet? That’s okay, they would still love for you to pet and talk to them as well. No registration needed.

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.

Elderly man doing a yoga stretch in a chair

Chair Yoga with Debra Kunath

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Community Room at New Berlin Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellbeing
Age Group:
Adults

The theme for these yoga sessions with Debra Kunath,  will focus on inclusion and the community and belonging that comes from practicing yoga together. Everyone is invited!

No yoga experience needed! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellbeing
Registration Required
Event Details:

The theme for these yoga sessions with Debra Kunath,  will focus on inclusion and the community and belonging that comes from practicing yoga together. Everyone is invited!

No yoga experience needed! 

Dr. Vivienne Ming next to the cover of her book

Virtual Author Talk: Dr. Vivienne Ming

Tuesday, May 12, 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.

New Berlin Library Lane Quilters

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Heritage Room at New Berlin Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Fiber Arts, Quilting 

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Reserving: Heritage Room
Purpose of Meeting

Fiber Arts, Quilting