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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
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
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.

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Stories & Stretches (ages 3-5)

Wednesday, December 17, 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
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
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. 

Parent building legos with child

LEGO Club

Saturday, January 3, 2026 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
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Every Book Its Reader Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
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.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

1:00pm–6:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Reserving: Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Community Blood Drive

Novel Suspects: A True Crime Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
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 Man From the Train by Bill James. 

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

1:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
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.

Staff Development Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
New Berlin Public Library

New Berlin Library Lane Quilters

6:00pm–8:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Reserving: Heritage Room
Purpose of Meeting

Fiber Arts, Quilting 

American Red Cross Blood Drive

1:00pm–6:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Reserving: Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Community Blood Drive

Public Health Series: Self-Care

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellbeing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unlock the keys to a healthier life with these educational classes offered by Waukesha County Public Health!

This month: Self-Care: Awareness, Acknowledgement, Action

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.

Brown Bag Book Club

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
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 Middle of the Night by Riley Sager.

New Berlin Library Lane Quilters - Open Sew Saturday

9:00am–4:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Reserving: Heritage Room
Purpose of Meeting

Open Sew Saturday

Library Board Meeting

6:00pm–7:30pm
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Marion Onesti Board Room
Program Type: Public Meeting

Adult Maker Night

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
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.

Never Ending Stories

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
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.

Every Book Its Reader Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
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.

2026 Artist Lecture Series - Thomas Gainsborough

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Open
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! October's featured artist is Thomas Gainsborough.

 

New Berlin Community Blood Drive

2:00pm–7:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Reserving: Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Versiti Blood Drive

Novel Suspects: A True Crime Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
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 Penance by Eliza Clark.

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

1:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
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.

New Berlin Library Lane Quilters

6:00pm–8:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Reserving: Heritage Room
Purpose of Meeting

Fiber Arts, Quilting 

Brown Bag Book Club

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
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 Murder at Gulls Nest by Jess Kidd.

New Berlin Library Lane Quilters - Open Sew Saturday

9:00am–4:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Reserving: Heritage Room
Purpose of Meeting

Open Sew Saturday

Library Board Meeting

6:00pm–7:30pm
Library Branch: New Berlin Public Library
Room: Marion Onesti Board Room
Program Type: Public Meeting

Adult Maker Night

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
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.

Never Ending Stories

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
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.