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
Poetry Reception
Thursday, April 24, 6-7:30 PM
Come hear the winning poems of the Library's All Ages Poetry Contest. Enjoy light refreshments as you meet other poets from the area. Winners will be announced and have an opportunity to share their poems. All poets will be recognized at this special reception.
Click here for more information.
Guided Bird Walks
Wednesday, May 7, 7-9 AM, Indian Mound Park
Wednesday, May 14, 7-9 AM, Orchard Hill Park
Join birders Shawn Miller & Heidi Cox on an early morning walk through the Indian Mound Park and/or Orchard Hill Park. See which birds you can spot and identify! Bring binoculars, wear good walking shoes, and dress appropriately for the weather. Click here for more information.
Bird Festival
Saturday, May 10, 9 AM-12 PM
Join fellow bird lovers at the McFarland Bird Festival! Visit the Lewis Park shelter to experience all the festival has to offer. Explore booths with information and activities, enter the prize raffle, and enjoy guided bird walks, all at beautiful Lower Mud Lake, a wonderful area for bird watching.
Click here for more information on the Festival and other related events.
Monthly Programs
Mystery Book Club
1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM in the Library Community Room
May's Book: The Spy Who Came in From the Cold by John Le Carre
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
May 2025: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
June's Book: Tom Lake by Ann Patchett
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.
D&D for Adults
3rd Monday of the month from 5:15-7:30 in the Library Community Room. Registration is required; this campaign is currently FULL.
Click here for more information.
Bridge Club
Every Thursday from 1-3 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 (2024)
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!