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
Friends of McFarland Library Used Book Sale
Thurs, March 12, 9 AM-7 PM; Fri, March 13 & Sat, March 14, 9 AM-4 PM
Find great bargains on fabulous used books & DVDs at the Friends of McFarland Library Used Book Sale! Cash or check is encouraged. Proceeds benefit the E.D. Locke Public Library.
Click here for more information.
Wisconsin Film Festival Sneak Peek
Wednesday, March 25, 6 - 7PM
Get a glimpse of what’s screening at this year’s Wisconsin Film Festival (April 9-16).
Click here for more information.
Japanese Tea Ceremony
Saturday, March 28, 1-2:30 PM
Local resident Teal Rowe experienced the Japanese Tea Ceremony (Sadou) while living in Japan, fell in love with this art form, and wants to share this art form with you. Space is limited; registration is required and opens here Friday, March 6.
Click here for more information.
Conrad Elvehjem: His Life & Legacy
Monday, March 30, 6:30-7:30 PM
Join local historian Ron Larson as he discusses the life and legacy of Conrad Elvehjem. Elvehjem is best known for his groundbreaking discoveries in vitamin and nutritional research while at the University of Wisconsin. This program will be live streamed and recorded for those who cannot attend in person.
Click here for more information.
All Ages Poetry Contest
April 1 - 30
This poetry month, create a poem around the themes of Seeds, Growing & Nourishment. Poems will be judged by a panel of poets from the Wisconsin Fellowship of Poets. Winners will receive a $50 gift card to a local bookstore and will be announced at a May 27 Poetry Reading and Reception (save the date)!
Click here for more information, contest rules and entry forms.
Wisconsin POW Camps
Wednesday, April 8, 6:15-7:30 PM
Many people are surprised to learn that Wisconsin had Prisoner of War camps during WWII, housing about 20,000 POWs in total. Join us as Bob Block, member of the Oregon Area Historical Society, presents on the POW camps in the United States and Wisconsin.
Click here for more information.
Monthly Programs
Mystery Book Club
1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM in the Library Community Room
April's Book: Death at Greenway by Lori Rader-Day
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
April's Book: Go As a River by Shelley Read
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 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.
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!