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E. D. Locke Public Library in McFarland, WI, offers many free events for adults. Join a book club, learn about local and national history, learn how to craft, play cards and make friends during a game night, and more. Events are updated regularly so check back often. We’re looking forward to seeing you at your McFarland library!

Previous Programs

We are fortunate to have McFarland Cable come and record some of our programs!  Click HERE to see recordings of some previous library programs, including Ron Larson's Cemetery Walking Tours, Project Home's Fall Maintenance, author visits, and more.

For unedited, live streamed versions of these programs and more, please visit our YouTube channel.

Special Programs

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McFarland Caring Quilts Project

Beginning April 1

McFarland Senior Outreach and E.D. Locke Public Library are once again partnering for the 2026 Community Craft Project. The goal is to engage adults in collaborative crafting to create beautiful, functional textiles for community members in need.

Quilt square kits will be available to pick up at the library starting April 1.

Click here for more information.

 

 

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Plant a Seed, Read artwork by Sarah Ferone. Muted pastel colors feature a monarch-type butterfly resting on the stem of yellow flowers. An earthworm is laying under and open teal-covered book, looking at a pink-purple coneflower.

2026 Summer Reading Program 

Summer reading isn't just for kids!  Track your reading minutes to earn tickets toward awesome prizes.  When you reach the halfway point, stop into the library to get an Ian's Pizza free slice coupon plus some flower seeds!

 

Click here for more information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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WHS Genealogy Services Librarian Rebecca Hopman will present on Fundamentals of Family History on Tuesday, June 16, 6:30-7:30 PM. Registration is required and opens June 2. The image's background is navy blue, with white typeface. An America250 logo is in the top right corner, and library and WHS logos are in other corners.

Fundamentals of Family History

Tuesday, June 16, 6:30-7:30 PM

Join us as we commemorate America's 250th anniversary by celebrating our personal family histories!  Learn how to launch your genealogy project in five basic steps with the help of the Wisconsin Historical Society. Join genealogy librarian Rebecca Hopman as she demonstrates how to build a solid foundation for a successful family history project.  Registration is required and opens June 2.

Click here for more information.

 

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Alberto Quiroga, McFarland's Municipal Judge, is Village President Stephanie Brassington's next guest on Thursday, June 18, 9:30-10:30 AM. There is a black city skyline in the background, a green ombre sky, and a cream background behind the information.

Know Your Village: Office Hours with Stephanie Brassington

Part 5: Thursday, June 18, 9:30-10:30 AM

Know Your Village is an informal series with Village President Stephanie Brassington and a special guest or topic. Join us to share feedback, ask questions and help shape how the Village serves you.  Part 5 is with guest Alberto Quiroga, McFarland Municipal Judge.

Click here for more information.

 

 

 

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On Tuesday, June 23, we will have chair yoga. On Tuesday, June 30, we will have mat yoga. Pick one or both! Registration is required and opens June 9 at mcfarlandlibrary.org. There is a picture of five people striking yoga poses in the top right corner. Logos for E.D. Locke and ZenEd are in the bottom corners. The top half is a light brown/cream color, and the bottom half is robin's egg blue..

Yoga with ZenEd

Tuesdays, June 23 & 30, 6:30-7:15 PM

Join Zen Ed Wellness as they lead us through two different yoga classes.  On Tuesday, June 23, we will have chair yoga, and on Tuesday, June 30, we will have mat yoga.  Pick one or both!  Registration is required and opens June 9.

Click here for more information.

 

 

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Lee Igl, McFarland's Public Works Director, is Village President Stephanie Brassington's next guest on Thursday, June 25, 6-7 PM. There is a black city skyline in the background, a green ombre sky, and a cream background behind the information.

Know Your Village: Office Hours with Stephanie Brassington

Part 6: Thursday, June 25, 6-7 PM

Know Your Village is an informal series with Village President Stephanie Brassington and a special guest or topic. Join us to share feedback, ask questions and help shape how the Village serves you.  Part 6 is with guest Lee Igl, McFarland Public Works Director.

Click here for more information.

 

 

 

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Susan Carpenter, Native Plant Garden Curator at UW-Madison Arboretum, will be presenting "Gardening with Native Plants" on Thursday, July 9 from 6:30-7:30 PM in the Library Community Room. There is a purple flower with a bumblebee sitting on it on the left side of the image. Text is forest green or black, and the faded mustard background looks like the moon's surface.

Gardening with Native Plants

Thursday, July 9, 6:30-7:30 PM

In this BadgerTalk, Susan Carpenter, Native Plant Garden Curator at UW-Madison Arboretum, will share garden examples, plant sources, and practical tips for garden care.  This program will be live streamed and recorded for those who cannot attend in person.  Registration is required and opens June 25.

Click here for more information.

Monthly Programs

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Mystery Book Club meets the first Wednesday of every month at 6:30 PM in the Library Community Room. New Sleuths are always welcome

Mystery Book Club

1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM in the Library Community Room

July's Book: The IT Girl by Ruth Ware

Check out Murdle- your daily dose of deductive reasoning!

For general book club support, go here

 

 

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Afternoon Book Club

2nd Wednesday of each month at 2 PM in the Library Community Room

July's Book: The Marsh King's Daughter by Karen Dionne

 

 

 

 

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Craft Club

3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM in the Library Community Room

 

 

 

 

 

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CONVERSACIONES EN ESPANOL FLYER: FIRST/THIRD SATURDAYS FROM 11AM-NOON

Conversaciones en Espaňol

Join us the first and third Saturdays of the month for an hour-long informal conversation in Spanish.  Each meeting will have a number of suggested topics to discuss and attendees should have at least a basic ability to carry out simple conversations in Spanish.  This is not a teaching class.  

Click here for more information.

 

 

 

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Join us as we work our way through our third adult D&D campaign. The first session is Monday, February 16. Players are encouraged to bring personal devices to use D&D Beyond, although paper sheets will be provided. Space is limited; registration is required and opens February 2.

D&D for Adults

New campaign starts February 16.  We met the 3rd Monday of the month from 5:30-7:30 in the Library Community Room.  Registration is FULL.

Click here for more information.

 

 

 

 

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Bridge Club

Every Thursday from 12:30-2:30 PM

Everyone is welcome, and no registration is required.

 

 

 

 

 

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Family Game Days are typically the 2nd Saturday of September, November, February, and April in the Library Community Room.

Family Game Days

Family Game Days are typically the the 2nd Saturday of September, November, February, and April.  The fun is 10 AM to 2 PM in the Library Community Room.

 

 

 

 

 

Summer Reading Program

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Plant a Seed, Read artwork by Sarah Ferone. Muted pastel colors feature a monarch-type butterfly resting on the stem of yellow flowers. An earthworm is laying under and open teal-covered book, looking at a pink-purple coneflower.

Summer Reading Program 

Other Events & Programs

 

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The McFarland Bird Festival supports birds and bird-watching in the village of McFarland.

McFarland Bird Festival

May 10, 2025

 

 

 

 

 

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McFarland Community Festival

September 26-28, 2025

 

 

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E.D. Locke Library Calendar

For the most current list of library programs

 

 

 

Offered Services

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Book-A-Librarian

Make one-on-one appointments for basic technology and computer help, getting started with Libby, and more.

 

 

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Exam Proctoring

 

 

 

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Research, Information, & Database Assistance

Deciding which refrigerator to purchase next?  Looking for a new recipe to try?  We can help you navigate our many online resources.

 

 

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Job Search Resources & Support

 

 

 

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Reading Suggestions, Book Videos, & Book Bundles

 

 

 

Many of these services can be offered virtually. Call 608-838-9030 to inquire about an appointment. Don't see what you're looking for? Check our general Library Services page, or give us a call!