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 day, 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
Bridge Basics
Fridays, October 16-November 13, times vary
Want to learn some strategies to become more proficient at the game of Bridge? Join us for a five week class on Bridge basics. There's no charge, and no experience is necessary. Registration is recommended but not required, and opens October 1.
Click here for more details.
A Ravenous Feast: Author Visit with Veronica Hinke
Saturday, October 24, 1-2 PM
Wisconsin author Veronica Hinke is back with a slightly darker, more macabre literary cookbook. Veronica will take us through her cookbook A Ravenous Feast: Spellbinding Recipes Inspired by the Literary Works of Edgar Allan Poe. Refreshments be served. Registration is required and opens October 9.
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Virtual Author Talk: Asha Frost
Tuesday, November 3, 1-2 PM
Join us for a transformative virtual conversation with Indigenous Medicine Woman Asha Frost as she explores her groundbreaking book, You Are the Medicine: 13 Moons of Indigenous Wisdom, Ancestral Connection, and Animal Spirit Guidance.
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Caring Quilts Reception & Gallery
Saturday, November 7, 10 AM- 12 PM
Join us for our 3rd annual exhibition of the Caring Quilts Community Craft Project! Enjoy complimentary refreshments while viewing the quilts on display, and enter to win fabulous handcrafted door prizes!
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Virtual Author Visit: Paul Vigna
Wednesday, November 11, 1-2 PM
Join us for an eye-opening conversation with veteran journalist Paul Vigna as we examine his provocative book, The Almightier: How Money Became God, Greed Became Virtue, and Debt Became Sin, in which he explores the question: how did money go from a tool of commerce into the dominant faith of modern society?
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Adult Writer's Group
Friday, November 13, 9:30-11:30 AM
Join us for a brand new program! Share your work, exchange ideas, and spend some time writing in a supportive and casual atmosphere. We will meet the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month unless otherwise noted.
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Family Game Day
Saturday, November 14, 10AM - 2 PM
We'll have games, but you're welcome to bring your own. Stay the whole time, or drop in when it works for you.
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Virtual Author Visit: Rebecca Roanhorse
Thursday, November 19, 6-7 PM
Step into a sprawling world of celestial magic, political intrigue, and ancient prophecies with New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Roanhorse as we dive deep into her acclaimed Between Earth and Sky trilogy.
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Monthly Programs
Mystery Book Club
1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM in the Library Community Room
November's Book: Finlay Donovan is Killing It by Elle Cosimano
Afternoon Book Club
2nd Wednesday of each month at 2 PM in the Library Community Room
November's Book: The Life We Bury by Allen Eskens
Craft Club
3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM in the Library Community Room
Adult Writer's Group
2th and 4th Fridays of each month (unless otherwise noted) at 9:30 AM in the Library Community Room.
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.
D&D for Adults
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.
Bridge Club
Every Thursday from 12:30-2:30 PM
Everyone is welcome, and no registration is required.
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
Summer Reading Program
Other Events & Programs
McFarland Bird Festival
May 10, 2025
McFarland Community Festival
September 26-28, 2025
E.D. Locke Library Calendar
For the most current list of library programs
Offered Services
Book-A-Librarian
Make one-on-one appointments for basic technology and computer help, getting started with Libby, and more.
Exam Proctoring
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.
Job Search Resources & Support
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!