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
Family Game Day
Saturday, September 13, 10 AM - 2 PM
Join us for family game day! We'll provide an array of oldies but goodies and 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!
Click here for more information.
Fall Guided Bird Walk
Thursday, September 25, 7-9 AM
Join birder Shawn Miller for a fall migration bird walk. See which birds you can spot and identify! Bring binoculars, wear good walking shoes, consider bug spray, and dress appropriately for the weather. The walks will happen rain or shine.
Click here for more information.
Historical Markers Walking Tours
Saturday, September 27, 10:30-12 & 1-2:30
Join local historian Ron Larson on walking tours during the McFarland Community Festival! The first tour, 10:30-12, is for Exchange Street Landmarks. The second tour, 1-2:30, is for Main, Wisconsin, & Brodhead Landmarks. Registration is required for both and opens Friday, September 12.
Click here for more information.
Facts about US Foreign Policy
Monday, September 29, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Sit down with UW Professors Yoshiko Herrera, Andrew Kydd, & Jon Pevehouse as they share their expertise on current events and the policies surrounding them. Share your questions at this non-partisan discussion and gain a better understanding of today's headlines.
Registration is required and opens September 15. 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: Mystic River by Dennis Lehane
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
September's Book: Lost Roses by Martha Hall Kelly
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
New campaign starts July 21! We met the 3rd Monday of the month from 5:15-7:30 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!