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Genealogy Club

From Northwestern Germany to Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky
2024-09-10 16:00:00 2024-09-10 17:15:00 America/Regina Genealogy Club Genealogist Dan Jungclas, also known as "The Ancestry Guy," explores why so many Germans emigrated from northwestern Germany to region of Cincinnati & northern Kentucky. LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Tuesday, September 10
4:00pm - 5:15pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-10 16:00:00 2024-09-10 17:15:00 America/Regina Genealogy Club Genealogist Dan Jungclas, also known as "The Ancestry Guy," explores why so many Germans emigrated from northwestern Germany to region of Cincinnati & northern Kentucky. LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

LSF Brookfield Library

Meeting Room 1

Genealogist Dan Jungclas, also known as "The Ancestry Guy," explores why so many Germans emigrated from northwestern Germany to region of Cincinnati & northern Kentucky.

Join the Genealogy Club once a month to discuss genealogy research tips and learn from the experts. Registration encouraged, new participants welcome. 

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Adult |

TAGS: | Senior | Genealogy Club | Genealogy | Adult |

LSF Brookfield Library
Phone: 708-485-6917
Hours
Mon, Jan 13 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jan 14 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jan 15 10:00AM to 9:00PM
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Fri, Jan 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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About the branch

The Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library is located at the intersection of Grand and Park Avenue. It has 5 Study Rooms, 3 Meeting Rooms, an Editing Studio, and a Maker Studio.

Upcoming Events

Stories Galore
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us and celebrate all things story! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Teen Craft: Book Safe
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Turn a book into a secret hiding place. Books will also be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. Registration is required, walk-ins welcome to observe.
Zumba for Kids
Wed, Jan 15, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us for this after school dance party! Move and groove to Latin American, hip-hop, and pop music. Please note: gym shoes are required for this event. Walk-ins and new friends welcome.
Fairytale Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a magical Thursday morning storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Making Made Easy - Crafting with Computers
Thu, Jan 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Learn the common features of computer applications used in crafting such as 3D Printers, laser-cutters like the Glowforge, and computer-controlled, precision-cutting machines like the Cricut.
Brookfield's Lead Service Line Replacement Q&A
Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Join the Brookfield Conservation Commission and Public Works department to learn about the ongoing Lead Service Line Replacement Program.
Infant Massage Course for Caregivers
Fri, Jan 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Are you a caregiver to an infant aged 8 weeks to 6 months old? Learn how to provide a loving massage to your infant in this free, five-week course with certified Pediatric Occupational Therapists.
Ninja Storytime
Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ninja Squad Gym
Join a real Ninja Squad Coach as they read a great story, then jump, roll, balance and PLAY like a NINJA! Perfect for kids 2-5 years with a grown up buddy as a guardian. Walk-ins welcome!
Chair Zumba
Fri, Jan 17, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
This 45-minute seated class combines music and muscle toning moves to give you an overall energy boost! Registration is required, walk-ins welcome to observe.
This event is full
Teen D & D
Fri, Jan 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Jump into our D&D campaign! Registration encouraged; walk-ins and new friends welcome.
Get Your Game On!
Fri, Jan 17, 6:15pm - 8:15pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Join us after hours for gaming of all kinds and pizza! Children
Pequeño Cobayo: A Bilingual Puppet Show
Sat, Jan 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
The Story of Pequeño Cobayo: The Little Guinea Pig transports children deep into the jungles of South America with a young traveler, gardener, and singer, Janie Cricket! Walk-ins welcome!
Minecraft Mania: Winter Sports
Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for Minecraft fun at the library! Some laptops will be available for use, but participants are encouraged to bring their own device. Walk-ins welcome!
Movies with Marty - Blast of Silence
Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join Marty Blank for a screening of the 1961 film Blast of Silence
Book Babies
Mon, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Toddle on in for stories, rhymes, playtime, and more in this storytime just for babies. Walk-ins and new friends welcome.
Device Drop In
Mon, Jan 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Have questions about your phone, tablet, or laptop computer? Need assistance with social media or library apps? Stop by and get one-one one help from a librarian. Walk-ins welcome!
Chair Yoga
Mon, Jan 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Learn the basics of yoga without getting down on the floor. Presented on Zoom by Susan Wilkens of Dancing Cranes. New participants welcome; Zoom information will be sent by email after registration.
Winter Wreath Session 1
Mon, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Bring some joy into the long winter days by creating a festive wreath.
This event is full
Girls Night Out Book Club - Our Woman in Moscow
Mon, Jan 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us monthly in person or on Zoom to chat about a variety of books all focused on women. New participants are always welcome! This month we are reading Our Woman in Moscow by Beatriz Williams.
Winter Wreath Session 2
Mon, Jan 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Bring some joy into the long winter days by creating a festive wreath.
Storytime Stars
Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Cards and Conversation
Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Join us for card games, board games, and conversation. New faces welcome!
Books & Bites Cookbook Club - Joshua Weissman: An Unapologetic Cookbook
Tue, Jan 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Choose a recipe from a pre-selected book and bring it in to share. Copies will be available on the Library's hold shelf. New faces welcome!
Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Move and groove with us in this fun-filled evening storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Intro to Microsoft Clipchamp
Tue, Jan 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Learn about making your own videos using Microsoft's free Clipchamp editing software. Demonstrations will be held.
Stories Galore
Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us and celebrate all things story! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Hump Day Stretch
Wed, Jan 22, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Join us for this midweek 45-minute stretch class. Wake up your body with a simple set of stretches and exercises set to music. Registration is required, walk-ins welcome to observe.
This event is full
Hook & Needle Guild
Wed, Jan 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Calling all knitters, crochet enthusiast, embroidery gurus, quilting masters, and everybody that would like to join us for our monthly Guild Meeting. Tea will be served; new faces welcome!
Teen Cooking: Rice Cake Flowers
Wed, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us to make a beautiful and edible creation.
Comic Creation Club
Wed, Jan 22, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Write, draw, and create your own comic strips! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
True Crime Club - Film Discussion - Southwest of Salem
Wed, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Welcome to True Crime Club, where we discuss all things True Crime. This month, we will watch the film Southwest of Salem detailing the wrongful conviction of four women and their fight for justice.
Library Board of Trustees
Wed, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
Fairytale Storytime
Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a magical Thursday morning storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Medicare Lunch and Learn - General Enrollment Period
Thu, Jan 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Join us for a free lunch and learn about comparing plans during the general enrollment period. Gain valuable insights and get your Medicare questions answered. Registration is required.
Green Thumb Club: Milkweed Winter Sowing
Thu, Jan 23, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us to examine milkweed pods, learn about cold stratification, and plant milkweed seeds to take home!
Illinois Libraries Present - Love and Laughs with Michelle Buteau
Thu, Jan 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room
Meet American stand-up comedian, actress, television host, producer, podcast host, and author of the book Survival of the Thickest, now a series on Netflix.
Register
Infant Massage Course for Caregivers
Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Are you a caregiver to an infant aged 8 weeks to 6 months old? Learn how to provide a loving massage to your infant in this free, five-week course with certified Pediatric Occupational Therapists.
Gamers' Paradise
Fri, Jan 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Take some time to unwind on this Friday afternoon by playing some games with friends or making new ones!
Slime Club: Winter Slime
Fri, Jan 24, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us every other month to make your own slime! This month's theme is all things winter. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Take & Make: DIY Paper Lanterns
Fri, Jan 24, 5:00pm - 5:10pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Pick up a kit starting Friday, January 10 and be on the lookout out for an accompanying video on Facebook and YouTube detailing how to make your own DIY Paper Lanterns!
Silent Reading Night with Babysitting
Fri, Jan 24, 6:15pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Join us after hours for a night of reading in quiet camaraderie. Tea and cookies provided. Child supervision provided for children aged 6 and above in Meeting Room 1.
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Sat, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Join D&D master, Steve Hurovitz, for an exciting introduction to this role play game. This event will be taking place at the La Grange Public Library.
Native Plants Winter Sowing Workshop
Sat, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
In this hands-on workshop, learn which native plants grow best when sown in winter and how to set your seeds up for successful cold stratification. Registration is required, walkins welcome to observe
Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
Sun, Jan 26, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Join us for a jigsaw puzzle competition. Teams of up to 5 people will be assigned 1000-piece puzzle. The first team to complete the puzzle, or the team with the fewest remaining pieces, wins.
Sunday Crafternoons
Sun, Jan 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Spend your Sunday afternoon crafting with like-minded friends. Bring your own project or do one of ours! Drop-ins welcome.
Book Babies
Mon, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Toddle on in for stories, rhymes, playtime, and more in this storytime just for babies. Walk-ins and new friends welcome.
Chair Yoga
Mon, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Learn the basics of yoga without getting down on the floor. Presented on Zoom by Susan Wilkens of Dancing Cranes. New participants welcome; Zoom information will be sent by email after registration.
DIY Valentines
Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Nothing says love like a handmade card. Get an early start on your valentines at our DIY drop-in event.
Seasonal Affective Disorder: Beyond the Winter Blues
Mon, Jan 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us for an interactive workshop where you will learn how to recognize symptoms, receive a diagnosis, and identify prevention and treatment methods for Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Storytime Stars
Tue, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Brain Bootcamp
Tue, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Give your brain a workout with brain teasers, trivia, word games, and more. New faces welcome!
Friends + Foundation Meeting
Tue, Jan 28, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Meeting of the Friends + Foundation for the Brookfield Library
Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Move and groove with us in this fun-filled evening storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Post-Election Update with WGN Political Analyst Paul Lisnek
Tue, Jan 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
WGN political analyst Paul Lisnek shares his thoughts on the 2024 election and what we can expect over the next 4 years. Presented on Zoom in partnership with area libraries.
Register
READ to the Dogs
Tue, Jan 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Practice your reading skills with dogs from the Hinsdale Humane Society. Check in at the Youth Desk to sign up for a 10 min time slot! Registration required, walk-ins welcome to observe.
Stories Galore
Wed, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us and celebrate all things story! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
TAG - Teen Advisory Group
Wed, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Join us in the Maker Studio to work on a project for the Share Food Share Love Food Pantry and earn volunteer credit.
Fairytale Storytime
Thu, Jan 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a magical Thursday morning storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Estate Planning
Thu, Jan 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Join local Attorney at Law Nick Villa to learn about trusts, wills, powers of attorney, the probate process, and how you can take control of your assets and create your own legacy.
Books & Brews - Educated by Tara Westover
Thu, Jan 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Adults 21+ are welcome to join Books & Brews Book Club. Participants will discuss books, socialize, and enjoy a fine brew each month at a different local establishment. New participants welcome.
Infant Massage Course for Caregivers
Fri, Jan 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Are you a caregiver to an infant aged 8 weeks to 6 months old? Learn how to provide a loving massage to your infant in this free, five-week course with certified Pediatric Occupational Therapists.
Baby & Me Playtime
Fri, Jan 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Connect with other babies and their caregivers in our Classroom and enjoy a fun collection of toys and music. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!
Teen D & D
Fri, Jan 31, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Jump into our D&D campaign! Registration encouraged; walk-ins and new friends welcome.
Legotastic Saturday
Sat, Feb 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Build as far as your imagination will take you in this fun drop-in event the whole family will enjoy. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!
Disability Parent & Caregiver Support Group
Sat, Feb 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Find support and share resources with other parents and caregivers of children with disabilities. Meets every other month at the Library.
Barn Quilts
Sat, Feb 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Create your own mini-Barn Quilt on wood using the Cricut as a stencil.
Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange
Sun, Feb 02, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Back by popular demand, bring in a gently-used puzzle to swap for one new-to-you.
Book Babies
Mon, Feb 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Toddle on in for stories, rhymes, playtime, and more in this storytime just for babies. Walk-ins and new friends welcome.
Device Drop In
Mon, Feb 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Have questions about your phone, tablet, or laptop computer? Need assistance with social media or library apps? Stop by and get one-one one help from a librarian. Walk-ins welcome!
Chair Yoga
Mon, Feb 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Learn the basics of yoga without getting down on the floor. Presented on Zoom by Susan Wilkens of Dancing Cranes. New participants welcome; Zoom information will be sent by email after registration.
Winter Scene Diorama Session 1
Mon, Feb 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Create your own winter scene diorama.
Winter Scene Diorama Session 2
Mon, Feb 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Create your own Winter Scene diorama.
Evening Cookbook Club
Mon, Feb 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Love to cook but can't make the daytime cookbook club? Join us for our first evening session; the featured book is 30-Minute Meal Prep by Robin Miller. Bring a dish prepared from a recipe in the book.
Storytime Stars
Tue, Feb 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Cards and Conversation
Tue, Feb 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Join us for card games, board games, and conversation. New faces welcome!
Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Move and groove with us in this fun-filled evening storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Paint and Sip Watercolors: Session 1
Tue, Feb 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us to create a beautiful watercolor panting. This class will be led by local artist Carla Riseman. Registration is required, walk ins welcome to observe.
Registration opens Sunday, January 19 2025 at 11:00am
Maker Studio 101
Tue, Feb 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Complete your Maker Studio orientation by attending this introductory class! We'll cover procedures, reservations, machine operation, materials, and best practices! Read the long description for more!
Illinois Libraries Present - An Evening with James McBride
Tue, Feb 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room
James McBride is the author of the award-winning books The Color of Water and The Good Lord Bird. His more recent novels, Deacon King Kong, and The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store were NYT bestsellers.
Register
Stories Galore
Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us and celebrate all things story! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Hook & Needle Guild
Wed, Feb 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Calling all knitters, crochet enthusiast, embroidery gurus, quilting masters, and everybody that would like to join us for our monthly Guild Meeting. Tea will be served; new faces welcome!
Teen Valentines Candy Making
Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join the library to make your own sweet treats for Valentines. Registration is required, walk ins welcome to observe.
Yoga for Kids
Wed, Feb 05, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Join yoga instructor and former kindergarten teacher Marianne Mohrhusen for some afternoon relaxation. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!
Sucessfully Navigating College Admissions in 2025
Wed, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Off-Site
Families of juniors, sophomores and freshmen, join Stand Out for College on Zoom for a presentation on understanding the college admissions process and successfully navigating the recent changes.
Register
Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club - Author Visit! Sue Burke
Wed, Feb 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Author Sue Burke joins the Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club for a discussion of her 2023 sci-fi novel Dual Memory
Fairytale Storytime
Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a magical Thursday morning storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
3D Print & Design Club
Thu, Feb 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Join us to learn and discuss all things 3D printing and design! Open to all ages (under 12 with an adult). Registration encouraged; walk-ins and new faces welcome!
Paint and Sip Watercolors: Session 2
Thu, Feb 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us to create a beautiful watercolor panting. This class will be led by local artist Carla Riseman. Registration is required, walk ins welcome to observe.
Registration opens Sunday, January 19 2025 at 11:00am
Chair Zumba
Fri, Feb 07, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
This 45-minute seated class combines music and muscle toning moves to give you an overall energy boost! Registration is required, walk-ins welcome to observe.
This event is full
Love Your Library: Valentine Card Making
Fri, Feb 07, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us to create your own special Valentine's Day card. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!
Medicare Seminar
Sat, Feb 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Learn about Medicare and Medicare Insurance plans. We will review Medicare Part A, Part B, Supplement Plan, Part D Drug Plans, and Medicare Advantage Plans.
Device Drop In
Sat, Feb 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Have questions about your phone, tablet, or laptop computer? Need assistance with social media or library apps? Stop by and get one-one one help from a librarian. Walk-ins welcome!
Coding for Kids
Sat, Feb 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us to learn about coding and computer science. New skills each month. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!
Sunday Crafternoons
Sun, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Spend your Sunday afternoon crafting with like-minded friends. Bring your own project or do one of ours! Drop-ins welcome.
Book Babies
Mon, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Toddle on in for stories, rhymes, playtime, and more in this storytime just for babies. Walk-ins and new friends welcome.
Chair Yoga
Mon, Feb 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Learn the basics of yoga without getting down on the floor. Presented on Zoom by Susan Wilkens of Dancing Cranes. New participants welcome; Zoom information will be sent by email after registration.
Valentine Fairies Session 1
Mon, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Craft a miniature Valentine Fairie doll
Valentine Fairies Doll Session 2
Mon, Feb 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Craft a miniature Valentine Fairie Doll
Storytime Stars
Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Brain Bootcamp
Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Give your brain a workout with brain teasers, trivia, word games, and more. New faces welcome!
Genealogy Club - Mapping your Ancestors Part 2: Present your Family Maps
Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Participants who attended last month will get a chance to present their migration timeline maps! Share what you discovered with the group in this genealogy meet-up.
Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Move and groove with us in this fun-filled evening storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Film Discussion - I am Waiting (Japan)
Tue, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us to view and discuss critically acclaimed foreign and independent films. In I am Waiting, a former boxer helps a mysterious woman who is on the run from a gangster.
Glowforge Valentine's Creations
Tue, Feb 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Thinking of making something for that special someone? Sign up for this class to do so while also learning about our Glowforge Laser Cutter & Engraver!
Birdwatching Story Walk
Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kiwanis Park - Oak Savannah
Take a stroll through Kiwanis Park Oak Savanna in this special nature storytime and help us contribute to the Great Backyard Bird Watch! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome!
Hump Day Stretch
Wed, Feb 12, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Join us for this midweek 45-minute stretch class. Wake up your body with a simple set of stretches and exercises set to music. Registration is required, walk-ins welcome to observe.
Teen Craft: Clay Gnomes
Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us to craft your own Valentines themed clay gnome. Registration is required, walk ins welcome to observe.
True Crime Club - Valentine's Murder Mystery Party
Wed, Feb 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Interview witnesses, collect clues, and investigate with friends! Each registrant will receive a character designation in this Valentine's Day themed Murder Mystery game.
Valentine's Storytime
Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a special holiday storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Non-Fiction Book Club - A Woman of No Importance
Thu, Feb 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Sebastian's Ale House
Join the Non-Fiction Book Club for lively discussions. New participants welcome!
Ninja Storytime
Fri, Feb 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ninja Squad Gym
Join a real Ninja Squad Coach as they read a great story, then jump, roll, balance and PLAY like a NINJA! Perfect for kids 2-5 years with a grown up buddy as a guardian. Walk-ins welcome!
Teen D & D
Fri, Feb 14, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Jump into our D&D campaign! Registration encouraged; walk-ins and new friends welcome.
Geek Lab: Invisible Ink
Fri, Feb 14, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for fun and wacky science experiments. This month we'll be making invisible ink. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome!
Take & Make: Pipe Cleaner Heart Rings
Fri, Feb 14, 5:00pm - 5:10pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Pick up a kit starting Friday, January 31 and be on the lookout out for an accompanying video on Facebook and YouTube detailing how to make your own Pipe Cleaner Heart Rings!
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