Upcoming Events

Featured Events

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

Coffee Chats

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Study Zone (2nd Floor) at New Berlin Public Library

Program Type:

Music, Games & Fun

Age Group:

Adults
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. 

tiny baby in purple pajamas crawling

Speed-Friending for Expecting and New Moms!

Friday, September 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at New Berlin Public Library

Program Type:

Family Activities

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Family Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Connect with other moms who are new to this whole crazy adventure called parenthood! Bring your little ones & make new friends together at the Library! 

Parent building legos with child

LEGO Club

Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at New Berlin Public Library

Program Type:

Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun
adult women in chairs stretching

Chair Yoga at the Library

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Community Room at New Berlin Public Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellbeing

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellbeing
Registration Required
children doing tree yoga pose

Stories & Stretches (ages 3-5)

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Youth Program Room at New Berlin Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime & Early Literacy

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Early Literacy
Registration Required
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Exploring the Ice Age Trail

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy, Reading Challenges
Registration Required
Event Details:

Just in time for October's Mammoth Hike Challenge - join volunteers from the Waukesha/Milwaukee County Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance in "E

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.

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.

Art History Lecture Series - Norman Rockwell

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Together, with art historian Karri Fritz-Klaus, we will learn about the life, times and art of Norman Rockwell.

Rivalry: Packers v. Bears

6:30pm–8:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Activities, History & Genealogy, Music, Games & Fun
Registration Required
Event Details:

Packer historian and author Jim Rice will visit the library to discuss one of football’s most intense rivalries!

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

2025 MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival Screening

1:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

You Be the Judge!

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

Library Live! Wednesday Night Concert Series

4:00pm–8:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Library Green
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Music, Games & Fun
Event Details:

Join us on the Library Green for live music (Americana) performed by The Souvenirs!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Virtual Discussion: Smithsonian Presents Inspiring Stories of Latinos Throughout History

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Online (Virtual)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Visit, Book Group
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.

Cultural Connections: Poland

11:00am–12:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Activities, Music, Games & Fun
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a festive cultural experience!

Virtual Author Talk: Leigh Bardugo

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Online (Virtual)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Visit, Book Group
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.

Twilight Movie Night

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a FREE showing of Twilight, popcorn included! 

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

WI Science Festival: Mad Science - Marvels of Motion

1:00pm–1:30pm
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 our WI Science Festival celebration from October 16-26! This year's theme is Rock and Roll!

Come to the Community Room for a Mad Science show! Theme will be Marvels of Motion! 

No registration 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.

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

Harry Potter: Afternoon Tea Magic

11:30am–12:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Open
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.

Art History Lecture Series - Howard Pyle & the Brandywine School

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Brandywine School was a style of illustration and an art colony located in Delaware and Pennsylvania near the Brandywine River.

A Ravenous Feast: Recipes Inspired by the Literary Works of Edgar Alan Poe

10:00am–11:15am
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Visit
Registration Required
Event Details:

Author, Veronica Hinke, shares the Antebellum period in American literature, while serving an elegantly ghoulish culinary treats from the literary world of Edgar Alan Poe.

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

Art History Lecture Series - Currier & Ives

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Currier and Ives was a printmaking business operating from 1835 to 1907. Founded by Nathaniel Currier. The company designed and sold inexpensive hand-painted lithographic works based on news events, views of popular culture and Americana.

2025 Kindermarket - Arts & Crafts Created and Sold by Kids!

6:00pm–8:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Support Kids in business and visit the Library's Kindermarket to purchase unique holiday gifts created and sold by kids! 

Art History Lecture Series - Pieter Bruegel

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
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.