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Mississippi River Adventures

2025-04-28 19:00:00 2025-04-28 20:00:00 America/Regina Mississippi River Adventures Get insider tips on exploring the Upper Mississippi from Galena to St. Louis. Learn where to go, what to do, and all about the mighty river's storied past. LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Monday, April 28
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-28 19:00:00 2025-04-28 20:00:00 America/Regina Mississippi River Adventures Get insider tips on exploring the Upper Mississippi from Galena to St. Louis. Learn where to go, what to do, and all about the mighty river's storied past. LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

LSF Brookfield Library

Meeting Room 1

Get insider tips on exploring the Upper Mississippi from Galena to St. Louis. Learn where to go, what to do, and all about the mighty river's storied past.

We'll discuss architecture, food, events, and more. Your Great River Road trip starts here!

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Adult |

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LSF Brookfield Library
Phone: 708-485-6917
Hours
Mon, Mar 31 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Apr 01 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Apr 02 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Apr 03 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Apr 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Apr 06 11:00AM 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

AARP Tax Assistance
Thu, Apr 03, 10:00am - 2:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
AARP volunteers are be back to provide free tax assistance, with special attention to those ages 60 or older. Sign up in person at the Adult & Teen Services Desk.
Storytime Spectacular
Thu, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a magical Thursday morning storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Registration is now closed
Zoom Discussion - Doris Kearns Goodwin on Leadership in Turbulent Times
Thu, Apr 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Join us to view the 2025 Road Scholar Keynote. Famed historian Doris Kearns Goodwin will take us back to explore how past presidents have led the country through difficult times.
Registration is now closed
3D Print & Design Club
Thu, Apr 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
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!
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
5 Keys to Retiring Fearlessly
Thu, Apr 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Learn how to protect yourself from life's what-ifs. Bryant Torres from Thrivent shares strategies to help ensure you are saving enough and won't outlive your money.
I-PASS On Demand
Fri, Apr 04, 10:00am - 3:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Visit the I-PASS On Demand team in the Library lobby to open a new account, add a license plate, pay overdue fees, activate a new sticker tag transponder, and learn about the I-PASS Assist Program.
Spring Finger Painting
Fri, Apr 04, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Let's get messy! Join us to finger paint flowers, trees, birds, and all things Spring. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Legotastic Saturday
Sat, Apr 05, 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, Apr 05, 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.
Guess the Book Challenge
Mon, Apr 07, All day
LSF Brookfield Library
Stop by the Youth Services Department to participate in our Guess the Book Challenge! All participants will be entered into a grand prize drawing.
Book Babies
Mon, Apr 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.
Device Drop In
Mon, Apr 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!
Chair Yoga
Mon, Apr 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.
DIY Literary Tote Bag - Session 1
Mon, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Make a literary-themed tote bag to celebrate National Library Week.
This event is full
DIY Literary Tote Bags - Session 2
Mon, Apr 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Make a literary-themed tote bag to celebrate National Library Week.
This event is full
Evening Cookbook Club - Cooking in Real Life: Delicious Recipes for Every Day
Mon, Apr 07, 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.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
FOL Writers' Group
Mon, Apr 07, 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!
Guess the Book Challenge
Tue, Apr 08, All day
LSF Brookfield Library
Stop by the Youth Services Department to participate in our Guess the Book Challenge! All participants will be entered into a grand prize drawing.
Walk and Talk
Tue, Apr 08, 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!
Storytime Stars
Tue, Apr 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.
Brain Bootcamp
Tue, Apr 08, 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 - Maps from A to Z: Learning to use A to Z Maps Online
Tue, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Learn how to use A to Z Maps Online, a one-stop shop for maps with over 145,000 different maps, geography quizzes, lesson plans for teachers, and antique maps that can be printed.
Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Apr 08, 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 - The Tenth Victim (Italy)
Tue, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us to view and discuss critically acclaimed foreign and independent films. In this futuristic film, a huntress' plan to kill a victim for a TV sponsorship deal is compounded by romance.
Guess the Book Challenge
Wed, Apr 09, All day
LSF Brookfield Library
Stop by the Youth Services Department to participate in our Guess the Book Challenge! All participants will be entered into a grand prize drawing.
Stories Galore
Wed, Apr 09, 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, Apr 09, 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
Teen Mixed Media Art Class
Wed, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join local artist Carla Riseman to create your own masterpiece. To celebrate National Library Week this class will incorporate fairy tales, recycled books, and drawing.
Drawn to the Library: Zine Creation Workshop
Wed, Apr 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Create your own mini-zines in this special National Library Week workshop! Zines will be displayed for the rest of the week. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome!
True Crime Club - Book Discussion: The Art Thief by Michael Finkel
Wed, Apr 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Welcome to True Crime Club, where we discuss all things True Crime. This month, we will discuss The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession by Michael Finkel.
Guess the Book Challenge
Thu, Apr 10, All day
LSF Brookfield Library
Stop by the Youth Services Department to participate in our Guess the Book Challenge! All participants will be entered into a grand prize drawing.
AARP Tax Assistance
Thu, Apr 10, 10:00am - 2:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
AARP volunteers are be back to provide free tax assistance, with special attention to those ages 60 or older. Sign up in person at the Adult & Teen Services Desk.
Storytime Spectacular
Thu, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a magical Thursday morning storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Drawing 101 - How to Use Light and Shading
Thu, Apr 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Learn how to use directional lighting and shading to bring your drawings to life.
Non-Fiction Book Club - Cloistered: My Years as a Nun
Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Join the Non-Fiction Book Club for lively discussions. New participants welcome!
Illinois Libraries Present - The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson
Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room
Alexis Nikole Nelson is a forager and outdoor educator who uses social media to celebrate African American and Indigenous food traditions and the edible plants that are hiding in plain sight.
Register
Teen Take & Make: Magentic Poetry - National Poetry Month
Fri, Apr 11, All day
LSF Brookfield Library
Pick up a kit starting today Friday, April 11 to create your own magnetic words and poetry. Kits will be available on the second floor while supplies last.
Guess the Book Challenge
Fri, Apr 11, All day
LSF Brookfield Library
Stop by the Youth Services Department to participate in our Guess the Book Challenge! All participants will be entered into a grand prize drawing.
Chair Zumba
Fri, Apr 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
Geek Lab: Seed Bombs
Fri, Apr 11, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us every other month for a fun experiment! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Teen D & D
Fri, Apr 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.
Device Drop In
Sat, Apr 12, 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, Apr 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!
Live Raffle Drawing - Friends + Foundation National Library Week Raffle
Sat, Apr 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Refreshments will be provided as winners for the $2,000, $500, and $100 prizes are picked.
Sunday Crafternoons
Sun, Apr 13, 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, Apr 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.
Chair Yoga
Mon, Apr 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.
Hand-Sewn Cloth Plushie Bunny - Session 1
Mon, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Hand-sew an adorable cloth plushie bunny to keep or gift in this beginner-friendly class.
Reduce Your Household Hazardous Waste with Green Cleaning
Mon, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Learn how to properly recycle household hazardous waste materials and make your own green cleaning product. Presented by the Cook County Department of Environment and Sustainability.
Hand-Sewn Cloth Plushie Bunny - Session 2
Mon, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Hand-sew an adorable cloth plushie bunny to keep or gift in this beginner-friendly class.
Walk and Talk
Tue, Apr 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!
Storytime Stars
Tue, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Drop in and join us for card games, board games, and conversation. New faces welcome!
Books & Bites Cookbook Club - Bountiful Cooking
Tue, Apr 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!
Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Apr 15, 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.
Maker Machines - Intro to the Carvey
Tue, Apr 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Interested in what the 3D carver can do with certain materials? Sign up for this introductory class on a popular Maker machine.
Stories Galore
Wed, Apr 16, 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, Apr 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!
Teen Cooking: Relax with Ramen
Wed, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Teens grades 6-12, join us for ramen noodles and stress relief crafts. Feel free to bring your own craft projects, or try one of the Library's.
Poetry Appreciation Group - Post Colonial Love Poem
Wed, Apr 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.
Storytime Spectacular
Thu, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a magical Thursday morning storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Certify Your Native Habitat
Thu, Apr 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Learn about local and national programs available to support your native gardening with the Brookfield Native Plants Club.
Take & Make: Yarn Wrapped Bunnies
Fri, Apr 18, 5:00pm - 5:05pm
Virtual Event
Pick up a kit starting Friday, April 4 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 DIY Yarn Wrapped Bunnies!
Get Your Game On!
Fri, Apr 18, 6:15pm - 8:15pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Join us after hours for gaming of all kinds and pizza! Children
Book Babies
Mon, Apr 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.
Device Drop In
Mon, Apr 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!
Chair Yoga
Mon, Apr 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.
Earth Week Painting
Mon, Apr 21, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Celebrate Earth Week with a special painting class where we'll learn about eco-friendly art and make our own creations! Walk-ins and new friends welcome.
Girls Night Out Book Club - A Brilliant Night of Stars and Ice
Mon, Apr 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!
FOL Writers' Group
Mon, Apr 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!
Walk and Talk
Tue, Apr 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!
Sustainable Storytime
Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a special storytime celebrating Earth Day! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Brain Bootcamp
Tue, Apr 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!
Friends + Foundation Meeting
Tue, Apr 22, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Meeting of the Friends + Foundation for the Brookfield Library
Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Apr 22, 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.
Sustainable Brookfield - Celebrate Earth Day
Tue, Apr 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Celebrate Earth Day with the Brookfield Conservation Commission! Learn about the village Sustainability Plan and ways you can get involved.
Teaching Tech - Intro to Digitization
Tue, Apr 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Learn how to use free tools in the Editing Studio to digitize physical media. Convert VHS tapes, cassette tapes, slide, and photos to digital formats for online use & storage.
Stories Galore
Wed, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 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
Library Board of Trustees
Wed, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
Storytime Spectacular
Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a magical Thursday morning storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Books & Brews - Empire of Pain by Patrick Radden Keefe
Thu, Apr 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hop District Community Brewing Co.
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.
Baby & Me Playtime
Fri, Apr 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
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!
Ninja Storytime
Fri, Apr 25, 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, Apr 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
Gamers' Paradise
Fri, Apr 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!
Geek Lab: Seed Bombs
Fri, Apr 25, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us every other month for a fun experiment! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Teen D & D
Fri, Apr 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.
Silent Reading Night with Babysitting
Fri, Apr 25, 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.
Jazz Movie - 'Round Midnight
Sat, Apr 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
A troubled, but talented musician flees the US to escape his problems, finding refuge and support in Paris. Inspired by real-life jazz legends Lester Young and Bud Powell.
Sunday Crafternoons
Sun, Apr 27, 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.
ASL Storytime
Mon, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Celebrate Deaf History Month with a special storytime presented in American Sign Language! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Chair Yoga
Mon, Apr 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.
Mississippi River Adventures
Mon, Apr 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Get insider tips on exploring the Upper Mississippi from Galena to St. Louis. Learn where to go, what to do, and all about the mighty river's storied past.
Walk and Talk
Tue, Apr 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!
Grover Yoga Storytime
Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us for a special storytime with yoga! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Cards and Conversation
Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Drop in and join us for card games, board games, and conversation. New faces welcome!
3D Design Club - Kids Edition
Tue, Apr 29, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
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!
READ to the Dogs
Tue, Apr 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
Sensory Playtime
Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Explore all five senses in this special sensory playtime. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome!
Hook & Needle Guild
Wed, Apr 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!
TAG: Teen Advisiory Group - Cardz for Kidz
Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Share your opinions, advice, and feedback to help make the library a better place for teens. This month we will be making cards to donate to Cardz for Kidz. You will earn 1 hour of volunteer credit.
Zumba for Kids
Wed, Apr 30, 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.
3D Print & Design Club
Thu, May 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
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!
Illinois Libraries Present: - Art & Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat
Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room
Dan Santat is the award-winning author and illustrator of over a hundred books for young people including The Aquanaut, The Adventures of Beekle, and After the Fall.
Register
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