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Summer Reading Program: Level Up At Your Library

All Day 6/2
New Berlin Public Library

Program Type:

Reading Challenges

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, Teens
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Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Reading Challenges
Event Details:

Level Up at New Berlin Public Library this summer! Children and teens are invited to participate in our Summer Reading Program June 2-August 29. For more information or to get signed up, please visit the Youth & Teen Reference Desks. 

Coffee. Chat. Play. Come for coffee and games every Thursday from 9 to 11 AM on the 2nd Floor.

Coffee Chats

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Study Zone (2nd Floor) at New Berlin Public Library

Program Type:

Music, Games & Fun

Age Group:

Adults
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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 11 AM for coffee and games in the study zone on the 2nd floor. 

Librarian reading outside with families sitting on grass

Outdoor Family Storytimes

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Green at New Berlin Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime & Early Literacy

Age Group:

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

Join us outside this summer for storytime! Feel free to bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. All ages are welcome & no registration is required. 

Librarian reading outside with families sitting on grass

Outdoor Family Storytimes

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Green at New Berlin Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime & Early Literacy

Age Group:

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

Join us outside this summer for storytime! Feel free to bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. All ages are welcome & no registration is required. 

Librarian reading outside with families sitting on grass

Outdoor Family Storytimes

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Library Green at New Berlin Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime & Early Literacy

Age Group:

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

Join us outside this summer for storytime! Feel free to bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. All ages are welcome & no registration is required. 

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Summer Reading Program: Level Up At Your Library

All Day
Children, Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Reading Challenges
Event Details:

Level Up at New Berlin Public Library this summer! Children and teens are invited to participate in our Summer Reading Program June 2-August 29. For more information or to get signed up, please visit the Youth & Teen Reference Desks. 

Mahjong Game Night

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us for a fun filled evening of snacks, friendly competition, and winning prizes playing mahjong!

All ages are welcome!

Don’t know how to play? We will teach you!

Tween Scene - Pokemon, PJs, and Popcorn

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Tweens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Afternoon pajama party to watch Detective Pikachu, do Pokemon crafts, and eat popcorn! Feel free to wear pajamas and bring pillows/blankets to lay on if you would like.

Craft supplies, popcorn, and juice will be provided.

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.

Do you have any relevant allergies? We cannot guarantee that food served will not have come in contact with allergens, but we will do what we can.

This program is designed for children to attend independently without their caregiver. Please stay nearby the program in case your assistance is needed.

Family Performer: Science Heroes

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children, Tweens
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Activities
Event Details:

Join Science Heroes for an exciting STEM adventure filled with hands-on experiments! Explore chemical reactions, air pressure, physical explosions, and more in this fun, interactive science experience. 

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.

Smarty Pants Big Balloon Show

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Activities
Event Details:

This summer, Smarty Pants takes kids to one of the most popular sections of the library – that spellbinding place called “793.8”, better known as “the magic books!”

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.

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

Snake Discovery

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Activities
Event Details:

Meet the reptiles and amphibians that call Minnesota and Wisconsin home. Watch a salamander eat, debunk turtle myths, touch snakes, and more! 

All ages are welcome and no registration is required. 

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.

Steve Girman - Summer Family Performer

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Activities
Event Details:

Join us to see Steve Girman this summer at the library!

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.

Dewey-athlon! A Library "Walk-Read" for Kids!

8:30am - 10:00am
Children, Tweens, Adults
Offsite Event
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Adults
Program Type: Family Activities, Health & Wellbeing
Event Details:

Registration Opens:  7/1/25 at the following link: https://forms.gle/bnZTyARgJERtLMXy5

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Artist in Residence Program: Expressing Nature Through Art with Mi Salgado

10:00am - 11:00am
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Registration Required

Friends of Library Book Sale - Members Preview Night

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Activities, Friends Sale,
Event Details:

The book and puzzle sale kicks off with a Friends Members' Preview Night! Friends members are invited to get a first look at this year's sale from 5:00 - 7:00pm. Not a member?

Friends of the Library Book Sale

9:00am - 4:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Activities, Friends Sale,
Event Details:

Fill your shelves with new-to-you books for all ages while supporting the Friends of New Berlin Public Library! Books, puzzles, movies, and music available for purchase.

*cash and checks accepted as payment

Friends of the Library Book Sale

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Activities, Friends Sale,
Event Details:

Half Price and $5 Bag sale today! Fill your shelves with new-to-you books for all ages while supporting the Friends of New Berlin Public Library. Books, puzzles, movies, and music available for purchase.

Harry Potter: Afternoon Tea Magic

11:30am - 12:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Visit
Registration Required
Event Details:

We welcome author Veronica Hinke as she hosts an enchanting afternoon filled with delightful treats, magical ambiance, and a taste of classic tea-time traditions.

Disclaimer(s)

Do you have any relevant allergies? We cannot guarantee that food served will not have come in contact with allergens, but we will do what we can.

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