Berlin Public Library May 2025 News & Programs

6 May 2025

May 8, 2025 All day

Berlin Public Library

May 2025 News & Programs

Happy May from the Berlin Public Library! Read on to learn about events, programs, and services offered this month at the library. Some programs may require registration. Click below to view a complete list of May programs:

May Newsletter

Regular Programs

Storytime

Every Wednesday at 10 am

Tiny Tots: Stories and Songs

First Friday of each month at 10 am

For babies and toddlers

Lego Challenge Mondays

1st & 3rd Monday of the month

3 - 5 pm

For ages 6 - 11

Wednesday Evening Book Club

Meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6 pm

Friends of the Library

4th Monday of the month at 5 pm

Mystery Mondays Book Club

Meets the last Monday of the month at 2 pm

*Meeting May 19 this month*

Stitching Together Group

Knitting/crocheting/needlework group that meets the last Tuesday of the month at 2 pm

Hours

Mon - Thurs: 9 am - 8 pm

Friday: 9 am - 6 pm

Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm

Sunday: Closed

Summer Hours Begin

Beginning May 24, Saturday hours are 9 am - 1 pm

Closed Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day

Green Lake County Libraries

Diaper Drive

May 1 - 31

The Public Libraries of Green Lake County are collecting donations of disposable diapers (all sizes needed) and baby wipes for the Green Lake County Food Pantry. Drop off your donations by May 31 at the Berlin, Caestecker (Green Lake), Markesan, Mill Pond (Kingston), or Princeton public libraries.

Photography Contest: Life is Sweeter in Green Lake County

Submissions due by May 27

The Green Lake County Libraries are holding a photography contest! The theme is “Life is Sweeter in Green Lake County.” Photos must be taken within Green Lake County and must be submitted at your local library by Tuesday, May 27. Submitted photos must be 8.5 x 11 inches, unframed and unmatted. Voting on photos will be held in June. The county-wide winner will receive a $50 cash prize. Top ten photos will be displayed at the Green Lake County Fair.

Tiny Art Show

Registration begins May 12

Drop off your Tiny Art by May 31

The library is holding a Tiny Art Show in June, and we want to display your Tiny Art! This year, we’re encouraging art beyond paint & canvas. Register your Lego creation, a mini weaving, a tiny clay sculpture, or anything else you can think of! The only rules: your art can be no bigger than 4 inches in any direction. The library will offer 3x3 inch mini canvases (as well as brushes and paint) for those wishing to use them on a first come, first served basis. Register your art with us and drop it off by May 31! All ages are invited to participate.

Adult Programs

Game Night

Friday, May 2 at 1 pm

Gather up your pals (or come solo to meet new ones) and join us after-hours at the library for board games and snacks! This event is for ages 16 and up. Bring a favorite board game to share or play one of the library's many games!

Registration by April 30 is required.

RSVP Here

Ancestry 101

Saturday, May 3 at 1 pm

Have you always wanted to research your family history, but unsure of how to start? Start with Ancestry! The Ancestry Library Edition online resource is available for all to use in-library. Learn how to navigate this resource, search for records, and build your family tree at this free presentation by Brian Podoll, Genealogist with AncestryProGenealogist.

Plant Swap

May 12 - 17

Add some variety to your garden or home this spring. Bring in a houseplant or dig up and separate part of a plant from your garden and bring it (potted or in a plastic bag) to the library to exchange it for something different. Please label your plant. One exchange per plant-- Bring a plant, take a plant.

Tick Prevention Tips

Tuesday, May 13 at 5 pm

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month. Learn how to reduce your risk for this tick-borne disease at a Tick Prevention program presented by the Green Lake County Health Department. Attendees will receive an overview of tick bite prevention, tick-borne illnesses, and treatment. Free and open to all.

Friday Matinee - Reagan

Friday, May 23 at 1 pm

Join us for a free showing of Reagan (rated PG-13). Free popcorn will be provided.

Dungeons & Dragons

Friday, May 30 from 6-9 pm

A new adventure begins...in space. Come play a space-pirates themed campaign of Dungeons & Dragons at the library. Bring your own level 5 character to join in the adventure (premade characters may be provided upon request). Dice will be available for all to use.

Spots are limited. Registration is required.

Youth & Teen Programs

Kids Read to Kids

Friday, May 2 from 3:30-5 pm

Drop by the library to visit with the baby

goats from Dandelion Farm! Maybe one

will even cuddle with you while you read

it a story!

Family Movie Night

Thursday, May 22 at 5 pm

Join us for a free showing of Dog Man (PG).

Free pizza will be provided.

Registration is requested.

Choose Your Own Adventure!

Monday, May 12 at 4 pm

Do you sometimes have a hard time understanding what to do with your emotions? Then come along on an adventure with Carl the Collector and his friends! We will read some stories, have a yoga lesson taught by Tracy from Lotus Root Yoga, and go on an adventure where you get to decide the ending!

This program is sponsored by PBS Wisconsin Education. For ages 4-10. Registration is requested.

Baby Chicks at the Library

The library will be incubating chicken eggs starting on May 28. They will hatch around June 17. Stop by to watch their progress!

Teen Photography Class

Wednesday, May 7 at 5 pm

Join Gretchen Willis on May 7 from 4-5 pm for an introductory look at what makes a photo WOW and tips on how to turn an ok photo into a great one!

We will talk about the elements of a photographic image that make it visually stronger, and how to avoid the common mistakes when taking a photo. We’ll also have time to practice taking some photos in and around our library. This event is for Teens (Grade 6 and up).

Registration is required.

Teen Library Club

Wednesday, May 28 at 4 pm

Meet with other teens and create and run your own programs at the library! 6th-12th graders interested in joining should contact Makayla at youthservices@berlinlibrary.org

Speak Up for Libraries

Libraries do so much with such small budgets! Books, of course! But printing, faxing, adult & youth programs, storytimes, crafts, meeting rooms, access to online resources and more. Tell you legislators about how far funding for libraries goes and the positive impact libraries have had in your life.

Learn more about how you can support funding for public libraries here.