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Storytime Stars

2024-09-24 10:30:00 2024-09-24 11:00:00 America/Regina Storytime Stars Join us for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome. LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Tuesday, September 24
10:30am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2024-09-24 10:30:00 2024-09-24 11:00:00 America/Regina Storytime Stars Join us for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome. LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Join us for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.


AGE GROUP: | Early Literacy |

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LSF Brookfield Library

Phone: 708-485-6917

Hours
Mon, Oct 07 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Oct 08 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Oct 09 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Oct 10 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Oct 11 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 12 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Oct 13 11:00AM to 6:00PM
Mon, Oct 07 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Oct 08 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Oct 09 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Oct 10 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Oct 11 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 12 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Oct 13 11:00AM to 6:00PM

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

Mon, Oct 07, 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.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Oct 07, 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!

Mon, Oct 07, 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.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Oct 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join the Brookfield Conservation Commission and Brookfield Native Plants Club to celebrate Oaktoberfest! Registration is encouraged, walk ins welcome.

Tue, Oct 08, 9:00am - 10:00am
LSF Brookfield Library
Join us for a walk and conversation. Meet at the Salt Creek Trail parking lot at 26th Street and Harrison Avenue in LaGrange Park, Grove #2 West. New faces welcome!

Tue, Oct 08, 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.

Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Join us for card games, board games, and conversation. New faces welcome!

Tue, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Learn how to date and identify photographs from the 1830s- 1900s. Presented by longtime Genealogy Club member Patricia Reaves.

Tue, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a storytime and a fun craft. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Tue, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us to view and discuss critically acclaimed foreign and independent films. October's selection is EO (Poland).

Tue, Oct 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Illinois Libraries Present and Erika Sánchez, award-winning author of I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter.
Register

Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kiwanis Park
Join us for a special outdoor storytime to celebrate the beginning of fall! We will read a short fall story and then go on a leaf hunt! At the end, we will make a leaf craft! Walk-ins welcome.

Wed, Oct 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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.

Wed, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
The Office of State Senator Cervantes will hold open office hours at the Library. Staff will assist attendees with questions relating to state benefits and resources in both English and Spanish.

Wed, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Join us to make your own zombie beanie. This project involves beginner level sewing, no prior skills needed. Registration is required, walk ins welcome to observe.

Wed, Oct 09, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Draw, color, and create your own comic strips. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!

Wed, Oct 09, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Children will learn basic yoga poses and calming techniques. Join yoga instructor and former kindergarten teacher Marianne Mohrhusen for some afternoon relaxation. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!

Thu, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a magical Thursday morning storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Thu, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Weekly book sorting.

Thu, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Learn what to plant and how to care for a garden that supports birds all year round! Take home native flower seeds to add to your landscape. Walk ins and new friends welcome!

Thu, Oct 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning how to prepare a traditional dish from Mexico called Esquite (Corn in a cup). Samples will be provided. Registration is required.

Thu, Oct 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Sebastian's Ale House
Join us to discuss important and/or entertaining non-fiction books. Copies of the book are available at the Holds Shelf. New participants welcome.

Fri, Oct 11, All day
LSF Brookfield Library
Stop by the YS Desk to pick up a Take & Make craft every Friday!

Fri, Oct 11, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us every other month for a fun experiment. This month we'll be launching ghost rockets. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!

Fri, Oct 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Jump into our D&D campaign! Registration encouraged; walk-ins and new friends welcome.

Rescheduled
Fri, Oct 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Friday, October 11, 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.

Fri, Oct 11, 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.

Sat, Oct 12, 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!

Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Make a fun pumpkin wreath to liven up your fall decorations!
This event is full

Sun, Oct 13, 11:00am - 6:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
The MMOT returns with an engaging exhibit on decoding hate speech and creating a positive online social media presence. Stop by to see this free exhibit.

Mon, Oct 14, 10:00am - 6:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
The MMOT returns with an engaging exhibit on decoding hate speech and creating a positive online social media presence. Stop by to see this free exhibit.

Mon, Oct 14, 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.

Mon, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Join us in the downstairs meeting room for finger painting and a showing of Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (PG). Children under 8 must be accompanied. Walk-ins welcome!

Mon, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Learn the basics of paranormal investigating from Quantum Paranormal Investigators, who have a combined 30 years of experience. Learn about the equipment and how to do an investigation appropriately.

Tue, Oct 15, 9:00am - 10:00am
LSF Brookfield Library
Join us for a walk and conversation. Meet at the Salt Creek Trail parking lot at 26th Street and Harrison Avenue in LaGrange Park, Grove #2 West. New faces welcome!

Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 6:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
The MMOT returns with an engaging exhibit on decoding hate speech and creating a positive online social media presence. Stop by to see this free exhibit.

Tue, Oct 15, 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!

Tue, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Brookfield Reads special! Join us for a mindful morning storytime. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!

Tue, Oct 15, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Chat recipes with fellow foodies. Attendees will choose and make a recipe from a pre-selected cookbook, and bring it in to share. New participants welcome!

Tue, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a storytime and a fun craft. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Tue, Oct 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Interested in what our CNC-based carver can do with certain materials? Sign up for this introductory class on this machine!

Wed, Oct 16, 10:00am - 6:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
The MMOT returns with an engaging exhibit on decoding hate speech and creating a positive online social media presence. Stop by to see this free exhibit.

Wed, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us and celebrate all things story! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Wed, Oct 16, 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. New faces welcome!

Wed, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us to make your own spooky clay ghost. Registration is required, walks ins welcome to observe.

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Make a fun pumpkin wreath to liven up your fall decorations!
This event is full

Wed, Oct 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Welcome to True Crime Club, where we discuss all things true crime. This month, participants will meet to discuss a true crime book. Copies are available for pickup at the Library.
This event is full

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a magical Thursday morning storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Kiwanis Park
Reconnect with nature on a guided forest therapy walk through the Oak Savanna with certified Forest Therapy Guide Barb Cassidy.

Thu, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Weekly book sorting.

Thu, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Financial expert Dr. Jim Flanagan will guide attendees through several self-evaluation exercises that help reveal their readiness for retirement. Registration is encouraged, walk ins welcome.

Fri, Oct 18, All day
LSF Brookfield Library
Stop by the YS Desk to pick up a Take & Make craft every Friday!

Fri, Oct 18, 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!

Fri, Oct 18, 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

Fri, Oct 18, 6:15pm - 8:15pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
It's back! Join us after hours for gaming of all kinds and pizza! Children

Sat, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join Marty Blank for some spooky classics: The Body Snatcher starring Bela Lugosi & Boris Karloff and The Return of Doctor X featuring Humphrey Bogart.

Sun, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Drop in and join us for an afternoon of peaceful crafting. Bring your own projects or choose one of ours to work on.

Mon, Oct 21, 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.

Mon, Oct 21, 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!

Mon, Oct 21, 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.

Mon, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Drop by the Classroom for spooky crafts and snacks! Walk-ins and new friends welcome.

Mon, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
NAMI and The Loft will share resources with parents and caregivers to better support the mental health of kids and teens.

Mon, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New venue LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Join us monthly in person or on Zoom to chat about a variety of books all focused on women. This month we are reading Murder at the Breakers by Alyssa Maxwell. New participants are always welcome!

Tue, Oct 22, 9:00am - 10:00am
LSF Brookfield Library
Join us for a walk and conversation. Meet at the Salt Creek Trail parking lot at 26th Street and Harrison Avenue in LaGrange Park, Grove #2 West. New faces welcome!

Tue, Oct 22, 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.

Tue, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Join us for card games, board games, and conversation. New faces welcome!

Tue, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Explore your creativity and learn how to create 3D designs with Tinkercad. Some laptops available for use, but participants are encouraged to bring their own device. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!

Tue, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a storytime and a fun craft. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Tue, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room
Welcome Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author, advocate, mentor, and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature
Register

Tue, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Get into the holiday spirit by crafting your own Halloween Maker Masks!

Wed, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us and celebrate all things story! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Wed, Oct 23, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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.

Wed, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us to make a DIY aromatherapy stress ball. Registration is required, walk ins welcome to observe.

Wed, Oct 23, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Join this dance party full of fitness fun. 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.

Wed, Oct 23, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

Thu, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a not so scary Halloween themed Storytime with fun music and ?trick or treating?! Dress up encouraged! Walk-ins and new friends welcome.

Thu, Oct 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Weekly book sorting.

Thu, Oct 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Learn about the mystery of magnetization in this Maker class. Make Halloween-themed buttons and magnetize them to wear or display on your fridge.

Fri, Oct 25, All day
LSF Brookfield Library
Stop by the YS Desk to pick up a Take & Make craft every Friday!

Fri, Oct 25, 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!

Fri, Oct 25, 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

Fri, Oct 25, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us to hear the winners and participants of the scary story contest read their creations! Walk-ins and new friends welcome.

Fri, Oct 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Jump into our D&D campaign! Registration encouraged; walk-ins and new friends welcome.

Fri, Oct 25, 5:00pm - 5:15pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Pick up a kit starting October 11th and be on the lookout out for an accompanying video on Facebook and YouTube detailing how to make your own Self-Care Fidgets!

Fri, Oct 25, 6:15pm - 8:15pm
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!

Mon, Oct 28, 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.

Mon, Oct 28, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Lovers of all things scary and spooky join us for this special creepy book club. Come discuss This Appearing House by Ally Malinenko and do a related activity!

Mon, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Learn about self-care strategies to improve mental health and promote wellness in this presentation by Pillars Community Health.

Tue, Oct 29, 9:00am - 10:00am
LSF Brookfield Library
Join us for a walk and conversation. Meet at the Salt Creek Trail parking lot at 26th Street and Harrison Avenue in LaGrange Park, Grove #2 West. New faces welcome!

Tue, Oct 29, 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!

Tue, Oct 29, 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.
This event is full

Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Join us for a spooky sensory playtime in the Classroom. Walk-ins and new friends welcome.

Wed, Oct 30, 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. New faces welcome!

Wed, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Are you a teen who wants to be more involved in the library? Join TAG - Teen Advisory Group to earn volunteer hours! Walk ins welcome.

Wed, Oct 30, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
All ages are welcome to drop-in to the Maker Studio for this open-crafting event. Make Halloween-inspired crafts to take home and enjoy a treat.

Wed, Oct 30, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us in discussing Wintering and the benefits of self-care. Copies of the book will be available on the Holds Shelf.

Thu, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Calling all ghouls and ghosts! Come shake your tails and rattle your bones at our fun Halloween themed dance party! Enjoy fun music and activities. Walk-ins and new friends welcome.

Thu, Oct 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Weekly book sorting.

Thu, Oct 31, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
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.

Mon, Nov 04, 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.

Tue, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Join us for card games, board games, and conversation. New faces welcome!

Tue, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Share your current project and any research tips with the group! This month will be a general club meeting to discuss resources and share advice. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome!

Wed, Nov 06, 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.

Wed, Nov 06, 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!

Wed, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Join us to turn a clay pot into an acorn. Registration is required, walk ins welcome to observe.

Wed, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Welcome to True Crime Club, where we discuss all things true crime. This month, participants will meet Division Chief Scott Waszak from the Berwyn Fire Department to discuss fire investigations.

Wed, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Read the best in Sci-Fi & Fantasy and join a lively discussion! Copies of the book will be available on the Library's Holds Shelf. New participants are always welcome.