Programs & Events

FIRST LOOK: Brooklin’s library expansion pays homage to boat building prowess

[Published by The Rising Tide] by Steele Hays Drawings unveiled of new library wing that will house one of the country’s largest private maritime collections, plus 150,000 photos from renowned photographer After more than two . . . read more »

Moon Beam Farmer Talk

Saturday, February 14th, 2PM Is there anything more romantic than learning about starting a new garden plot from a local farmer? We are so excited to be partnering with the Brooklin Food Corps on a . . . read more »

Pat Smith and Josh Krugman Poetry Reading

Join Pat Smith and Josh Krugman at the library on Saturday, January 31st at 2 PM for a joint reading of select poems from their work. Finish out the first month of 2026 with a . . . read more »

Wassail

To celebrate the return of the light and toast the good health of the trees, the library will be hosting a Wassail celebration on Saturday, January 24th at 4 PM in collaboration with the Brooklin . . . read more »

Faralito Walk

The library paths will be well lit the evening of Saturday, December 20th. At sunset, library staff will light paper lanterns (luminarias, or faralitos if you’ve ever lived in or visited Northern New Mexico) to . . . read more »

Fall Fest in Brooklin

October 5th, 2025 in Brooklin Participants and Schedule: Friend Memorial Public Library – 1 Reach Road There will be a fall-themed storytime and kids craft activity at 11. From 10-2 there will be a special . . . read more »

Finding Our Voices Panel Discussion

Finding Our Voices presents: Brooklin Breaks the Silence of Domestic Abuse at the Friend Memorial Public Library Join Survivors at the library at 5:30 on Thursday, October 16th to hear them share their experiences including . . . read more »

Intro to Mah Jong

Patty Persson will be teaching a three week beginner class for those interested in learning to play Mah Jong. (Class Full) Classes will be held weekly on Thursdays from 10-11:30 starting October 16th at the . . . read more »

Benny Woodard Concert and Ice Cream Social

August 5th at 2PM Join us for a free ice cream social and outdoor concert. Ice cream will be served from 2-2:20, music willstart at 2:30. Benny Woodard is a visiting musician from New York . . . read more »

Anna Von Mertens – EVENT CANCELLED

Anna Von Mertens’ author talk has been cancelled due to scheduling conflict with other community events. Anna is excited to reschedule her talk for a future visit to Brooklin. Visual artist and author Anna Von Mertens . . . read more »