Programs and Events
Winter & Spring Programs
An Evening with Ma Semple (Jessica Michna)
Tuesday, April 29, 6:30-7:30 PM
Join us for an evening with the First Lady of Appalachia! In the great oral tradition of the storyteller, Sari (Ma) Semple blends her stories together with the folklore and gritty reality of life in the ridges and hollers of Appalachia of the nineteenth century. These original stories, written and performed by Jessica Michna, are comic, dramatic, and even tragic. Young and old alike will be spellbound by the rich tapestry of words woven by Ma Semple! Contact Phil at phils@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4116 for more details.
Gardening with Joey and Holly
Thursday, May 1, 6:00-7:00 PM
We are pleased to welcome Joey and Holly Baird, Wisconsin-based gardening radio hosts and bloggers, for a fun and educational talk on "Solving 10 Common Vegetable Garden Problems!" This is the perfect way to prepare for the gardening season and any obstacles that you may encounter. Ideal for those who are participating in our Seed Library!
Tuesday Matinee Movies
Tuesdays, 1:00 PM
January 14 – April 29 (no movies on February 18 and April 1)
See some great films at Greenfield Public Library’s Tuesday Matinee Movies. Starting January 14, we will be showing a variety of newer and classic movies. Persons under 18 MUST be accompanied by parent or guardian for R-rated films. Contact Librarian Phil at phils@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4116 with questions. List of spring movies to be played will be released in February.
April 22: Julie & Julia" (2009 - PG-13 - 2:03)
April 29: Wicked (PG - 2:40)
Library Jeopardy
Third Thursday of the Month, 6:00-7:00 PM
March 20 & April 17 (May 15 program is cancelled)
Sheepshead Night
Second Tuesday of the Month, 5:30-7:30 PM
April 8, May 13
We have heard that the Sheepshead playing community is alive and well here in Greenfield, so we are now offering another chance for these players and newcomers to gather at our library to enjoy the beloved card game. Open to all experience levels!
Game Nights
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00 PM
April 16, May 21 (no program in January and March)
Have some fun at Greenfield Public Library! We offer a chance to play games with members of the community. Use that big brain of yours and get lucky with game events and have some fun while doing it! Contact Phil at phils@greenfieldwi.us to register and for more details.
April 16: Lotería – Mexican picture card game similar to bingo (Cap 20) CANCELLED. Will be rescheduled for another date.
May 21: Big Brain Trivia Night
Open Play Chess
First Thursday of the Month, 6:00-7:30 PM
May 1
Players of all skill ranges are welcome to play the classic game, chess. Feel free to use one of our sets or bring your own.
The Greenfield Aces Cribbage Club
First & Third Friday of the Month, 2:00-4:00 PM
May 2 & 16 (no program April 18)
Whether you are just interested in learning to play, or have won a few Cribbage tournaments in your day, the Greenfield Aces Cribbage Club is a perfect place for players of all levels to come together over a classic pastime!
Write Club: A Club for Writers
Last Wednesday of the Month, 6:30-8:00 PM
April 30, May 28
This peer-supported writing group will provide experienced and novice writers the chance to discuss the craft of writing, peer review each other’s work, and celebrate one of our favorite pastimes. From blogger to novelist to poet and beyond, writers of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Contact Phil at phils@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4116 for more information.
Crime and Punishment: A True Crime Forum
First Monday of the Month, 6:30-7:30 PM
May 5 (no program in February and April)
Are you afraid of jail but love true crime podcasts? Would you never hurt a fly yet are fascinated by serial killers? If so, then Greenfield Public Library’s new discussion forum, Crime and Punishment, is just for you. Feel free to openly discuss your taboo interest in criminal activity, murder, and other grievous offenses with other crime-interested members of the community. Learn about others’ fascination with this macabre matter and maybe even learn a little about yourself too. Contact Phil at phils@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4116 for more details.
Winter/Spring Jigsaw Puzzle League
January 2 – May 31
Can’t get enough jigsaw puzzling action? Create a team of no more than four puzzlers and take on four 500-piece puzzles and one 1000-piece that must be completed at the library between the start of the year to the end of May. Want to do them all in the first couple weeks of January? Go for it! Want to space it out? Awesome! The team with the lowest combined completion time will win the grand prize at the end of May! Contact Phil at phils@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4116 for more details and to register your team.
Fun with Friends: A Diverse Abilities Program
Last Thursday of the Month, 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
April 24
This social activity hour is intended for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, but people with all abilities are welcome! Let’s get together for games, crafts, and music & movie activities. Registration is encouraged but not required. Register in person or by phone at (414) 321-9595 ext. 4127.
Senior Connections (formerly Senior Ambassador)
Fridays, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
May 2
Senior Connections is an engaging and enriching program designed to provide seniors with a diverse range of topics that stimulate the mind, promote healthy living, and foster social connections. This monthly program features expert speakers who cover a wide variety of subjects tailored to the interests and needs of older adults. Contact Sherril at sherrilw@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4105 with any questions.
May 2: Financial Crimes: Awareness & Prevention with UW Credit Union
This seminar will offer insights into different scams, identity theft, preventive strategies, and what to do if you become a victim of financial theft.
Adult Crafts
Select Thursdays. 6:00-7:00 pm
April 10 & 24
Registration is required. You can register through our website (greenfieldlibrary.org/adults/programs-events/). Space is limited to 20 people, and registration will open one week in advance at 9 am. Registration will close, and the link will be removed when registration is full. Please only register for one session per craft. All supplies and tools provided. First come, first served. Unfortunately, due to cost and staffing capacity, we cannot accommodate waiting lists and increasing class sizes. Thank you for your understanding! Contact Jennifer- jennifer.einwalter@greenfieldwi.us or (414)321-9595 ext.4103 with questions.
April 10 & 24: Clothespin Trivet. Learn how to make clothespin trivets with a few simple supplies! They're easy to make and heat resistant, so you can use them with hot pots.
*Registration for the April 24th session is full and closed as of April 22nd. Thank you for your interest!
Cardmaking 102 - Saturday, April 26th - 9:30am-11am
Spend the morning learning a few cardmaking techniques from a Greenfield resident. Participants will go home with two completed cards using various cardmaking techniques. You do not need any prior experience with cardmaking. This is a free class, and all supplies and tools are provided. Class will be held in the Community Room.
Space is limited to 20 people, and registration will open one week in advance at 9 am. Registration will close, and the link will be removed when registration is full. All supplies and tools provided. First come, first served. Unfortunately, due to cost and staffing capacity, we cannot accommodate waiting lists and increasing class sizes. Thank you for your understanding. Contact Jennifer @ (414)321-9595 ext.4103 with questions.
Saturday, April 26th - Registration here
Take and Make Craft Kits
Second Thursday of the Month at 6:00 PM
May 8
Each kit contains supplies and instructions for completing a craft and is available on the second Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. Kits are limited to two per person/household and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Tech Help
Available by Appointment
Have a new device and not sure where to start? Or maybe you want to stay in contact with your friends and family but aren’t familiar with social media? For these questions and other basic ones like it, you can come to Tech Help for 1-on-1 private assistance! Contact Gabriel at gabriels@greenfieldwi.us and (414) 321-9595 ext. 4101 to schedule an appointment. Please note that assistance with hardware issues, such as printers and smart TVs, falls outside the support we offer.
Summer Programs
Big Brain Trivia Night
Wednesday, June 18, 6:30-8:00 PM
Put your thinking caps on and bring some friends for an intense battle of wits via our team trivia. Do you have the answers? You had better! Plus gift cards for the winners! Come down to GPL for some awesome team trivia action! Contact Phil at phils@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4116 for more details.
Melinda Myers: The Birds and the Bugs
Tuesday, July 8, 3:00-4:00 PM
Join us as we learn from Wisconsin’s own gardening expert, Melinda Myers, on how to protect your garden from pesky bugs! In this pre-recorded video, Melinda will teach us how to identify critters we may find in our gardens, which ones may bring harm or aid, and how to attract birds (specifically hummingbirds!) that can help ward off pests.
Turn the Milwaukee Milkmen Green for an Afternoon of Baseball and Community Fun!
Sunday, July 13, 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Franklin Field – 7035 S. Ballpark Dr., Franklin, WI
Join us for an “udderly” amazing afternoon at the ballpark while supporting Greenfield Public Library, the Greenfield Education Foundation and the Greenfield & Whitnall School Districts! This family-friendly fundraising event includes free parking and plenty of fun for all ages. Buy your tickets online at www.gofevo.com/event/GPL25.
Proceeds from online ticket sales and game day activities will benefit these four organizations, helping to provide essential resources for local families and kids. Don't miss out on an affordable, action-packed day of baseball and community spirit! See you there! ⚾💚
Jim Nelsen “Strange Milwaukee” Talk
Wednesday, July 16, 6:30-7:30 PM
Milwaukee’s image is one of quaint nostalgia: beer, bratwursts, bowling, and Laverne & Shirley. But Milwaukee is a lot more than those stereotypes. Milwaukee historian Jim Nelsen will guide you through all sorts of Milwaukee lore that even long-time residents don’t know about. Come for the history lesson; stay for the oddity!
William Pack “Death Defying Acts – The History of the Circus” Talk
Wednesday, July 23, 6:30-7:30 PM
Barnum may be the biggest name, but he was only a small part of the grand story of the circus. William Pack will take you on a fantastical journey through the history of the Circus, from Phil Astley's creation of the modern circus in 1768 to Dan Rice (the most famous man you've never heard of) to the incredible feud between P.T. Barnum and the Ringling Brothers. You'll hear stories of triumph, disaster, and the grand adventure of the traveling. Experience the story of those who gave their lives to the show and became legends in the process.
DIY Terrarium Workshop
Wednesday, August 20, 6:30-7:30 PM
Did you know that you can make your own self-sustaining ecosystem in something as small as a glass mason jar? Welcome to the world of terrariums! By participating in this program, you will learn about what a terrarium is, how it works, and you will get to make your own personal terrarium. Registration is required (max 20 participants). Register online here beginning Monday, July 21.
Cribbage Club
First and Third Wednesday of the Month, 2:00-4:00 PM
June 4 & 18, July 2 & 16, August 6 & 20
Whether you are just interested in learning to play, or have won a few Cribbage tournaments in your day, the Greenfield Aces Cribbage Club is a perfect place for players of all levels to come together over a classic pastime! Please note, new day!
Open Acoustic Jams
First Wednesdays of the Month, 6:00-7:30 PM
June 4, July 2, August 6
Grab your guitar, banjo, ukulele, or any other unplugged instruments you may have and bring them to the Greenfield Library. Bring some friends and play with fellow community members. Can’t fit your piano through the door? Play ours! Can’t play? Stomp and sing along! Let’s make some great music together! Contact Phil at phils@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4116 for more details.
Open Play Chess
First Thursday of the Month, 6:00-7:30 PM
June 5, July 3, August 7
Players of all skill ranges are welcome to play the classic game, chess. Feel free to use one of our sets or bring your own.
Sheepshead Club
Second Monday of the Month, 2:00-4:00 PM
June 9, July 14, August 11
We have heard that the Sheepshead playing community is alive and well here in Greenfield, so we are now offering a chance for players to gather at our library and enjoy the beloved card game. Open to all experience levels! Please note, new day and time!
Tuesday Matinee Movies
Tuesdays, 1:00 PM
June 10 – July 22 (no movie on June 24)
See some great films at Greenfield Library’s Tuesday Matinee Movies. Starting June 10, we will be showing a variety of new and classic movies. For R-rated films, those under 18 MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Contact Librarian Phil with questions.
June 10: The African Queen (1951) (PG – 1:45)
June 17: The Best Exotic Marigold Motel (2011) (PG-13 – 2:04)
July 1: Cool Runnings (1993) (PG – 1:38)
July 8: March of the Penguins (2005) (G – 1:20)
July 15: Eight Below (2006) (PG – 2:00)
July 22: Miracle (2004) (PG – 2:15)
Take and Make Craft Kits
Second Thursday of the Month at 6:00 PM
June 12, July 10, August 14
Each kit contains supplies and instructions to complete a craft. Kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis and limited to two per person/household.
Library Jeopardy
Third Thursday of the Month, 6:00-7:00 PM
June 19, July 17, August 21
Come join us for a trivia contest inspired by Jeopardy. Participants can play alone or on a team of no more than three people. Participants will need an electronic device to connect to the internet, such as a smartphone, tablet, or laptop. You can borrow one of our laptops if you don't have one. Registration required to borrow one of our laptops (individual or one team member), otherwise, no registration required. Email Kenny at kennys@greenfieldwi.us to register for a laptop.
Write Club: A Club for Writers
Last Wednesdays of the Month, 6:30-8:00 PM
June 25 & July 30
This peer-supported writing group will provide both experienced and novice writers the chance to discuss the craft of writing, do some writing exercises, and celebrate one of our favorite pastimes. From blogger to novelist to poet and beyond, writers of all ages and backgrounds are welcome. Contact Phil at phils@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4116 for more details.
Fun with Friends: A Diverse Abilities Program
One Thursday a Month, 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
June 26 & July 24
This social, activity hour is intended for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, but people with all levels of ability are welcome! Let’s get together for games, crafts, and music & moving activities. Registration is encouraged but not required. Register in person or by phone at (414) 321-9595 ext. 4127.
Showcase Your Creativity in the Tiny Art Show!
July 1 – July 25
Unleash your artistic talents in our Tiny Art Show! Starting Monday, June 9, stop by the library to pick up a Tiny Art Kit containing everything you need to create a mini masterpiece. Each kit includes a 3”x3” canvas, acrylic paint, and brushes. 100 Tiny Art Kits will be available on a first-come, first-served basis—don’t miss out!
Once your artwork is complete, return it to the library by Friday, June 27, to be featured in our Tiny Art Exhibit, on display from July 1 – July 25.
New for 2025: Community Choice Voting!
This year, Greenfield gets to vote for their favorite tiny art in each age category!
Age Categories: 🎨 Kids (Ages 6-8), 🎨 Tweens (Ages 9-12), 🎨 Teens (Ages 13-17), and 🎨 Adults (Ages 18+)
Jigsaw Puzzle League
June 2 – August 29
Can’t get enough jigsaw puzzling action? How about a league? Create a team of no more than four puzzlers and take on three 500-piece puzzles that must be completed onsite between June 2 and August 29. Want to do them all in the first couple days of June? Go for it! Want to space it out? Awesome! We will time you, and the team with the lowest combined time will win the grand prize! Registration required. Contact Phil at phils@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4116 for more details and to register your team.
GPL Seed Library
Available throughout the grow season
Do you love gardening and seeing your plants grow? Are you eco-minded and want to help sustain our ecosystem? If you answered yes to either, then you would love our Seed Library! We have thousands of seeds for native Wisconsin plants and heirloom fruits, veggies, and herbs, all of which are available for free to our community along with helpful resources. Stop into the library and check out our display!
Tech Help
Available by Appointment (no appointments available in June)
Have a new device and not sure where to start? Need some help with a Microsoft Word document or Excel spreadsheet? For these basic questions and other similar issues, you can make an appointment for 1-on-1 private assistance! Contact Gabriel at gabriels@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4101 to schedule an appointment. Please note that hardware issues, such as personal printers and smart TVs, fall outside of the support we can offer.