Books & Brews

Teen Bandits Banned Book Club: Out of Darkness

Wed, Jul 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Off-Site

Teen participants will discuss banned books, socialize, and enjoy some fun treats in this brand-new club. Program will be held at The Loft at Eight Corners teen center.

Registration is now closed

Yoga for Kids

Wed, Jul 09, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Join yoga instructor and former kindergarten teacher Marianne Mohrhusen for some afternoon relaxation. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!

Registration is now closed

Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Summer Camp Kids will visit the library for weekly field trips.

Non-Fiction Book Club - Barbie and Ruth

Thu, Jul 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Retirement Planning

Thu, Jul 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Take control of your financial future by learning how to plan for retirement.

Thu, Jul 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2

Join the Non-Fiction Book Club for lively discussions. New participants welcome! Weather permitting we will meet outside on the Plaza!

Take and Make: Pin Wheel

Fri, Jul 11, All day

LSF Brookfield Library

Pick up a kit starting today Friday, July 11 to create your own pin wheel. Kits will be available on the second floor while supplies last.

Fri, Jul 11, All day

LSF Brookfield Library

Stop by the Youth Services Desk to pick up a Take & Make craft every Friday!

Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Brookfield summer camp kids will visit the library for weekly field trips.

Fandom Friday: Harry Potter

Fri, Jul 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Chair Zumba

Fri, Jul 11, 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, Jul 11, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Celebrate a different fandom at each class with fun, crafts, trivia, and more. This month we'll be celebrating Harry Potter! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Teen D & D

Fri, Jul 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2

Jump into our D&D campaign! Registration encouraged; walk-ins and new friends welcome.

Town Hall with State Rep. Rashid

Sat, Jul 12, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

Join IL State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid for this town hall to discuss post-session legislative updates, the Illinois budget, and information important to the 21st District. Registration is required.

Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Join us for rhymes, bounces, songs, and more in this storytime just for babies. Walk-ins and new friends welcome.

Mon, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Tue, Jul 15, 9:00am - 10:00am

Salt Creek Trail at 26th & Harrison

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!

Cards and Conversation

Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2

Join us for card games, board games, and conversation. New faces welcome!

Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library

Join us at Ehlert Park for songs, books, rhymes, and more at this outdoor storytime! Weather Permitting: If the heat index rises above 90° storytime will be held back at the library.

Books & Bites Cookbook Club - The Official Downton Abbey Cookbook

Tue, Jul 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Tue, Jul 15, 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!

DIY Musical Instruments

Tue, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library

Join us in the pollinator garden, near the Library's new outdoor instruments, to craft some musical instruments of your own from recycled materials. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Tue, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this fun storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Babysitter's Training

Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 4:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Teens ages 10 and up, join us for an all day class to become babysitter-certified by the American Red Cross. A $60 fee covers the cost of certification and materials. Registration Required

This event is full

Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this silly storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Cycle Brookfield Criterium '25 Bike Decorating

Wed, Jul 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Hook & Needle Guild

Wed, Jul 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. Tea will be served; new faces welcome!

Wed, Jul 16, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Decorate your bike for the Family Fun Ride during the Chicago Grit bike race in Brookfield on Wednesday, July 23.

Poetry Appreciation Group - Playlist for the Apocalypse

Wed, Jul 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2

Poetry enthusiasts are invited to the Poetry Appreciation Club- a new community-led book club.

Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Summer Camp Kids will visit the library for weekly field trips.

Storytime Spectacular

Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this spectacular storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Art Explorers: Shadow Drawing

Thu, Jul 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Thu, Jul 17, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Join us outside and search for shadows to trace and sketch.

Take a Meditation Vacation

Thu, Jul 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

Need to escape the stress and strains of life? Join Umesh Bhatia for a meditation presentation to learn techniques to revive ourselves just like a relaxing vacation.

Maker Materials - Stored Energy: Waiting for Maker Moments

Thu, Jul 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Maker machines are mechanical. Their materials are often ordinary items like wood and plastic. The energy stored in machines and materials yield surprising results when properly combined.

Fri, Jul 18, All day

LSF Brookfield Library

Stop by the Youth Services Desk to pick up a Take & Make craft every Friday!

Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Brookfield summer camp kids will visit the library for weekly field trips.

Fri, Jul 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Slime Club: At the Beach

Fri, Jul 18, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Every other month, let's make some slime! This month's slime will be beach-themed. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Get Your Game On!

Fri, Jul 18, 6:15pm - 8:15pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

Join us after hours for gaming of all kinds and pizza! Children

Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Join us for rhymes, bounces, songs, and more in this storytime just for babies. Walk-ins and new friends welcome.

Mon, Jul 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.

Device Drop In

Mon, Jul 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!

Cloth Keychains Session 1

Mon, Jul 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Use cloth, ribbons and bling-worthy charms to make a custom keychain.

FOL Writers' Group

Mon, Jul 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2

Calling all writers! Join our group where writers of all genres come together to exchange ideas, offer constructive feedback, and get inspired!

Girls Night Out Book Club - Remarkably Bright Creatures

Mon, Jul 21, 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!

Cloth Keychains Session 2

Mon, Jul 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Use cloth, ribbons and bling-worthy charms to make a custom keychain.

Tue, Jul 22, 9:00am - 10:00am

Salt Creek Trail at 26th & Harrison

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!

Brain Bootcamp

Tue, Jul 22, 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, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library

Join us at Ehlert Park for songs, books, rhymes, and more at this outdoor storytime! Weather Permitting: If the heat index rises above 90° storytime will be held back at the library.

Tue, Jul 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Imagination Station

Tue, Jul 22, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Creative writing and book making for grades 3-5. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome!

Paint and Sip: Acrylic Fireworks - Session 1

Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this fun storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Tue, Jul 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Using wet and dry media, collage, and stencils we will create an acrylic painting on canvas featuring fireworks perfect for summertime. Registration is required; please register for only 1 session.

This event is full

Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this silly storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Teen Movie: The Wild Robot

Wed, Jul 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Wed, Jul 23, 3:30pm - 6:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Come watch The Wild Robot with your friends and enjoy some popcorn.

Zumba for Kids

Wed, Jul 23, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2

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.

Library Board of Trustees

Wed, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 9:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

Paint and Sip: Acrylic Fireworks - Session 2

Wed, Jul 23, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Using wet and dry media, collage, and stencils we will create an acrylic painting on canvas featuring fireworks perfect for Summertime. Registration is required; please register for only 1 session.

This event is full

Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Summer Camp Kids will visit the library for weekly field trips.

Storytime Spectacular

Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this spectacular storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Books & Brews - Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller

Thu, Jul 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Thu, Jul 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Joe's Saloon - Private Room

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.

Fri, Jul 25, All day

LSF Brookfield Library

Stop by the Youth Services Desk to pick up a Take & Make craft every Friday!

Fri, Jul 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Brookfield summer camp kids will visit the library for weekly field trips.

Baby and Me Playtime

Fri, Jul 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Connect with other caregivers and babies in the Classroom. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Fandom Friday: Taylor Swift

Fri, Jul 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Chair Zumba

Fri, Jul 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, Jul 25, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Celebrate a different fandom at each class with fun, crafts, trivia, and more. This month we'll be celebrating Taylor Swift! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Gamers' Paradise

Fri, Jul 25, 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!

Tie Dye Draw String Bags

Fri, Jul 25, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Get creative with fun designs that you can take with you by dying draw-string bags!

Teen D & D

Fri, Jul 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library

Jump into our D&D campaign! Registration encouraged; walk-ins and new friends welcome.

Take & Make: 3D Paper Planets

Fri, Jul 25, 5:00pm - 5:05pm

LSF Brookfield Library

Pick up a kit starting Friday, July 11 near the Information Desk on the 2nd floor and be on the lookout for a video tutorial on Facebook and YouTube detailing how to make 3D Paper Planets!

Mon, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Join us for rhymes, bounces, songs, and more in this storytime just for babies. Walk-ins and new friends welcome.

Mon, Jul 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, Jul 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

How to Make Hot Sauce

Mon, Jul 28, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

Pepper grower and homemade hot sauce maker Kristen Lovett joins us to go over how to make your own hot sauce at home. A select number of lucky participants will get to take home a bottle of hot sauce.

Tue, Jul 29, 9:00am - 10:00am

Salt Creek Trail at 26th & Harrison

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!

Cards and Conversation

Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2

Join us for card games, board games, and conversation. New faces welcome!

Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library

Join us at Ehlert Park for songs, books, rhymes, and more at this outdoor storytime! Weather Permitting: If the heat index rises above 90° storytime will be held back at the library.

Tue, Jul 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this fun storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

READ to the Dogs

Tue, Jul 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, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this silly storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Battle of the Books

Wed, Jul 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Off-Site

Join us for the sixth annual Library Battle of the Books between the La Grange, La Grange Park, Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield and Thomas Ford Memorial libraries.

Wed, Jul 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Hook & Needle Guild

Wed, Jul 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. Tea will be served; new faces welcome!

Thu, Jul 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Summer Camp Kids will visit the library for weekly field trips.

Mer-mazing Storytime

Thu, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Calling all mermaids! Join us for a very special under the sea storytime and stay for music and dancing!

100 Years of Crime Book Club - Murder in the Park

Thu, Jul 31, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Bubble Bash

Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library

Join us near the plaza to celebrate all things bubbles under the summer sun. Event is weather permitting. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Thu, Jul 31, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Wye Valley Apartments, Cantata - Dining Room

Join us at Wye Valley Apartments to discuss Murder in the Park by Jeanne Dams. Copies of the book will be available on the library Holds Shelf.

Fri, Aug 01, All day

LSF Brookfield Library

Stop by the Youth Services Desk to pick up a Take & Make craft every Friday!

Fri, Aug 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Brookfield summer camp kids will visit the library for weekly field trips.

Disability Parent & Caregiver Support Group

Fri, Aug 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Book vs. Movie: Dog Man

Fri, Aug 01, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Compare your favorite books and movies with this combo book/movie club! Join us the first week to talk about the book and the next to watch the movie. This month's theme: Dog Man!

Legotastic Saturdays

Sat, Aug 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Build as far as your imagination will take you at this drop-in event!

Sat, Aug 02, 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. Walk-ins welcome.

Mon, Aug 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Join us for rhymes, bounces, songs, and more in this storytime just for babies. Walk-ins and new friends welcome.

Mon, Aug 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.

Device Drop In

Mon, Aug 04, 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!

Wooden Spoon Fairies Session 1

Mon, Aug 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Mon, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Turn an ordinary wooden spoon into a fairy complete with a fun hairdo and summer dress.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

FOL Writers' Group

Mon, Aug 04, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2

Calling all writers! Join our group where writers of all genres come together to exchange ideas, offer constructive feedback, and get inspired!

Evening Cookbook Club - The World Central Kitchen Cookbook

Mon, Aug 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Love to cook? Join the new evening edition of our popular Cookbook Club. Pick a recipe from the selected book to make and bring to the meeting to share.

Wooden Spoon Fairies Session 2

Mon, Aug 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Turn an ordinary wooden spoon into a fairy complete with a fun hairdo and summer dress.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Tue, Aug 05, 9:00am - 10:00am

Salt Creek Trail at 26th & Harrison

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!

Cards and Conversation

Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2

Join us for card games, board games, and conversation. New faces welcome!

Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library

Join us at Ehlert Park for songs, books, rhymes, and more at this outdoor storytime! Weather Permitting: If the heat index rises above 90° storytime will be held back at the library.

Tue, Aug 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Bubble Bash

Tue, Aug 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library

Join us near the plaza to celebrate all things bubbles under the summer sun. Event is weather permitting. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this fun storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this silly storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Teen Art Class with Carla Riseman

Wed, Aug 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Hook & Needle Guild

Wed, Aug 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, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Using wet and dry media, collage, and stencils we will create an acrylic painting on canvas to make a piece perfect for summertime. Registration is required

Yoga for Kids

Wed, Aug 06, 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!

Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club - The Mountain in the Sea

Wed, Aug 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

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.

Thu, Aug 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Summer Camp Kids will visit the library for weekly field trips.

Storytime Spectacular

Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this spectacular storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Teen Take and Make: No Sew Bag

Thu, Aug 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

To help combat food insecurity, the LSF Brookfield Library will continue its partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository this summer to provide free lunches for kids 18 & younger.

Drive-in Movie

Thu, Aug 07, 5:00pm - 7:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

Decorate a cardboard box car and then sit inside it to watch a fun family movie. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

3D Print & Design Club

Thu, Aug 07, 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!

Fri, Aug 08, All day

LSF Brookfield Library

Pick up a kit starting today Friday, August 8 to create your own No Sew Bag. Kits will be available on the second floor while supplies last.

Fri, Aug 08, All day

LSF Brookfield Library

Stop by the Youth Services Desk to pick up a Take & Make craft every Friday!

Fri, Aug 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Brookfield summer camp kids will visit the library for weekly field trips.