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
Virtual Author Talk: Daniel Kraus
Tuesday, September 8, 6-7 PM
We are excited to offer a new virtual program to our patrons! The Library Speakers Consortium hosts virtual author talks over a variety of genres. Each month, there will be at least two talks available for you to attend. Up first is Daniel Kraus, 2026 Pulitzer Prize Winner and New York Times Bestselling Author of Whalefall and Angel Down.
Click here for more information.
Bamboo Son: Pao Lor Author Visit
Thursday, September 10, 6:30-7:30 PM
Local author and professor Dr. Pao Lor is coming to E.D. Locke! His memoirs draw on his lived experience, offering insight into how the Hmong people moved from an intricate, sophisticated, and vulnerable culture in the isolated highlands of Laos in the 1960s and 1970s to becoming part of the American and global landscape. His story is not only a Hmong story, but a shared human one. This program is part of the Beyond 250 series, and is in conjunction with America 250.
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Family Game Day
Saturday, September 12, 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.
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Virtual Author Talk: Lucky Diaz
Thursday, September 24, 6-6:30 PM in English, 7-7:30 PM in Spanish
We are excited to offer a new virtual program to our patrons! The Library Speakers Consortium hosts virtual author talks over a variety of genres. Each month, there will be at least two talks available for you to attend. Up next is Lucky Diaz, GRAMMY Award-Winning Artist and Celebrated Children’s Author.
Click here for more information.
Friends of McFarland Library Used Book Sale
Thursday-Saturday, September 24-26
Stop by the library during the Community Festival to peruse our book sale! The sale runs 9 AM-7 PM on Thursday, and 9 AM-4 PM on Friday and Saturday. Proceeds benefit E.D. Locke Public Library.
Click here for more information.
Monthly Programs
Mystery Book Club
1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM in the Library Community Room
October's Book: Snow Falling on Cedars by David Guterson
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
October's Book: Horse by Geraldine Brooks
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
New campaign starts August 17. We met the 3rd Monday of the month from 5:30-7:30 in the Library Community Room. Registration is FULL.
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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!