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
Titanic Menus: A Culinary Journey of the World’s Most Illustrious Passenger Ship
Saturday, October 26, 1-2 PM
Join us as we welcome Wisconsin author Veronica Hinke to E.D. Locke Public Library! Veronica specializes in historical cooking and entertaining. She is the author of The Last Night on the Titanic: Unsinkable Drinking, Dining & Style, Titanic: The Official Cookbook, and more. Space is limited; registration is required and will be available starting October 11.
Click here for more information.
Family Game Day
Saturday, November 9, 10 AM - 2 PM
We'll provide oldies but goodies, as well as newer go-to games. You are welcome to bring your own, too! Stay the whole time, or drop in when it works for you. Light refreshments will be provided. See you then!
Bring in a donation (money or food) for the food pantry, and receive a ticket to enter into a prize drawing for a free game.
Gangster History of Wisconsin
Thursday, November 14, 6-7 PM
Put on your zoot suit and follow in the footsteps of America's most infamous gangsters as Chad Lewis, researcher, author, and lecturer, shows us how those gangsters turned WI into their personal crime vacation land.
This program will be live streamed and recorded for those who cannot attend in person.
Click here for more information.
McFarland Caring Quilts Gallery Opening & Reception
Saturday, November 16, 10 AM - 12 PM
We are excited to show off the fruits of YOUR labor with a gallery opening and reception. Stop by the library community room to grab some coffee and pastries, and sign up to win a door prize. Listen to a short presentation at 10:30, recognizing the hard work and dedication of the people of McFarland. Walk through the library to see all the quilts made by YOU and for YOUR community members in need.
Click here for more information.
Monthly Programs
Mystery Book Club
1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM in the Library Community Room
November's Book: Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon
NEW: Check out Murdle- your daily dose of deductive reasoning!
For general book club support, go here
Afternoon Book Club
2nd Wednesday of each month at 2 PM in the Library Community Room
November's Book Club: Challenger Deep by Neal Shusterman
For general book club support, go here
Craft Club
3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM 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.
Bridge Club
NEW: Starting Thursday, August 1, Bridge Club will meet weekly.
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 (2024)
Other Events & Programs
McFarland Bird Festival
May 11, 2024
McFarland Community Festival
September 27-29, 2024
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!