Teaching Tech

Teen Cooking: DIY St. Patrick's Day Treats

Wed, Mar 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Join us and celebrate all things story! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Teens grades 6-12, join us to make a treat for St. Patrick's Day. Registration is required, walks in welcome to observe.

True Crime Club - Podcast Discussion: Hunting Warhead

Wed, Mar 12, 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 podcast series Hunting Warhead. Please listen to the podcast prior to the discussion.

Thu, Mar 13, 10:00am - 2:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

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.

Dizzy Electricity - Using Circuits and Batteries to Create Electrical Currents

Thu, Mar 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Join us for a magical Thursday morning storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Thu, Mar 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Make electricity run in circles with simple circuit parts and batteries.

Non-Fiction Book Club - The Extraordinary Life of an Ordinary Man

Thu, Mar 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Sebastian's Ale House

Join the Non-Fiction Book Club for lively discussions. New participants welcome!

Teen Take and Make: Pressed Flower Bookmark

Fri, Mar 14, All day

LSF Brookfield Library

Pick up a kit to make your own pressed flower bookmark starting on March 14 while supplies last.

Bilingual Spanish Storytime

Fri, Mar 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and more in a special bilingual Spanish storytime with The Language Labs! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Trinity Irish Dance Academy Performance

Fri, Mar 14, 11:15am - 12:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom,Whole Meeting Room

Join us for a special performance by dancers from the Trinity Irish Dance Academy. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Ninja Storytime

Fri, Mar 14, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

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, Mar 14, 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, Mar 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2

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

Mon, Mar 17, 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, Mar 17, 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!

Author Visit: Mindy McGinnis

Mon, Mar 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Zoom

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.

Birdhouse Painting

Mon, Mar 17, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Join us to paint and decorate your own mini-birdhouse to celebrate Spring. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Mon, Mar 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Off-Site

Meet author Mindy McGinnis in-person at the La Grange Library! Come listen to this award-winning novelist speak about her craft, take audience questions, and sign books.

FOL Writers' Group

Mon, Mar 17, 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!

Books & Bites Cookbook Club - The Simply Happy Cookbook

Tue, Mar 18, 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, Mar 18, 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!

Tue, Mar 18, 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!

Tue, Mar 18, 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.

Teen Craft: Mini Book Nook

Wed, Mar 19, 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, Mar 19, 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, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Teens grades 6-12, join us to make your own mini book nook in a tin. Registration is required, walk ins welcome to observe.

Zumba for Kids

Wed, Mar 19, 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.

Library Board of Trustees

Wed, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 9:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

Poetry Appreciation Group - Make Me Rain: Poems & Prose

Wed, Mar 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

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

Thu, Mar 20, 10:00am - 2:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

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.

100 Years of Crime - Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn

Thu, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Join us for a magical Thursday morning storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Thu, Mar 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Wye Valley Apartments, Cantata

We're partnering with Cantata to celebrate their centennial. This new book club meets every other month at Cantata to discuss British and American Crime authors. Wine and light refreshments provided.

Illinois Libraries Present - 9to5: The Story of a Movement

Fri, Mar 21, All day

LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room

Watch from the comfort of home! This award-winning documentary highlights the creation of the 9to5 movement and was the basis for the movie 9 to 5, starring Jane Fonda, Dolly Parton and Lily Tomlin.

Slime Club: Spring Slime

Fri, Mar 21, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Join us every other month to make slime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Take & Make: Origami Butterflies

Fri, Mar 21, 5:00pm - 5:05pm

Virtual Event

Pick up a kit starting Friday, March 7 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 your own Origami Butterflies!

Get Your Game On!

Fri, Mar 21, 6:15pm - 8:15pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

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

Illinois Libraries Present - 9to5: The Story of a Movement

Sat, Mar 22, All day

LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room

Watch from the comfort of home! This award-winning documentary highlights the creation of the 9to5 movement and was the basis for the movie 9 to 5, starring Jane Fonda, Dolly Parton and Lily Tomlin.

Movies with Marty - I Went Down

Sat, Mar 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

An Irish action comedy. An ex-con is forced into taking on a new task by a ruthless crime-boss, but finds he is hindered by the partner he has been teamed up with.

Illinois Libraries Present - 9to5: The Story of a Movement

Sun, Mar 23, All day

LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room

Watch from the comfort of home! This award-winning documentary highlights the creation of the 9to5 movement and was the basis for the movie 9 to 5, starring Jane Fonda, Dolly Parton and Lily Tomlin.

Sunday Crafternoons

Sun, Mar 23, 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.

Mon, Mar 24, 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.

Girls Night Out Book Club - The Uncharted Flight of Olivia West

Mon, Mar 24, 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.

Cinema Craft Corner

Mon, Mar 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Watch a movie and do a craft in our downstairs meeting room! We'll be watching Elemental (PG) and creating our own element jars. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Mon, Mar 24, 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!

Friends + Foundation Meeting

Tue, Mar 25, 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, Mar 25, 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, Mar 25, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Meeting of the Friends + Foundation for the Brookfield Library

3D Design Club - Kids Edition

Tue, Mar 25, 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!

Teaching Tech - Intro to YouTube

Tue, Mar 25, 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.

READ to the Dogs

Tue, Mar 25, 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

Tue, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Want to be the next star YouTuber? Learn the basics of video blogging and sharing on this popular platform.

Paint and Sip: Mixed Media - Session 1

Tue, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Using wet and dry media, collage, and stencils we will create a mixed media piece featuring your choice of botanicals or insects (or both) to celebrate spring's arrival. Registration is required.

This event is full

TAG: Teen Advisory Group - Spring Break Pizza Party

Wed, Mar 26, 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, Mar 26, 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

Wed, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Join us to enjoy pizza and share your ideas about how to make the library a better place for teens. By attending this event you will earn 1 hour of volunteer credit.

Comic Creation Club: Animals

Wed, Mar 26, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Write, draw, and create your own comic strips! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Thu, Mar 27, 10:00am - 2:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

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.

Mobile Office Hours - With the Office of State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid

Thu, Mar 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Join us for a magical Thursday morning storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Thu, Mar 27, 2:00pm - 7:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Foyer

What can your legislators do for you? Find out during Mobile Office Hours with the office of State Representative Abdelnasser Rashid.

Minecraft Mania: Spring Break

Thu, Mar 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

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!

3D Modeling Software Basics - Sculptris and Tinkercad

Thu, Mar 27, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Learn how to create 3D models with Sculptris and Tinkercad, two free and open-source apps used for 3D printing and more.

Books & Brews - A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman

Thu, Mar 27, 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.

Paint and Sip: Mixed Media - Session 2

Thu, Mar 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Using wet and dry media, collage, and stencils we will create a mixed media piece featuring your choice of botanicals or insects (or both) to celebrate spring's arrival. Registration is required.

This event is full

Disney Dance Party

Fri, Mar 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

Move and groove to your favorite Disney hits! Walk-ins and new friends welcome.

Baby & Me Playtime

Fri, Mar 28, 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!

Chair Zumba

Fri, Mar 28, 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, Mar 28, 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!

Teen D & D

Fri, Mar 28, 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, Mar 28, 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.

I-PASS On Demand

Sun, Mar 30, 11:30am - 4:00pm

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.

Mon, Mar 31, 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, Mar 31, 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, Mar 31, 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, Apr 01, 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 01, 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!

Tue, Apr 01, 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 Studio 101

Tue, Apr 01, 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!

Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club - The Hidden Girl

Wed, Apr 02, 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 02, 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 Make It: Tote Bags

Wed, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Teens grades 6-12, join us to make your own Earth Day-themed tote bag. Registration is required, walk ins welcome to observe.

Yoga for Kids

Wed, Apr 02, 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!

Wed, Apr 02, 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, 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.

Zoom Discussion - Doris Kearns Goodwin on Leadership in Turbulent Times

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.

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.

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!

5 Keys to Retiring Fearlessly

Thu, Apr 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

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.

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.

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!

DIY Literary Tote Bag - Session 1

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.

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!

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.

Genealogy Club - Maps from A to Z: Learning to use A to Z Maps Online

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!

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.

Film Discussion - The Tenth Victim (Italy)

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.

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.

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.

Teen Mixed Media Art Class

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

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.

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.

Thu, Apr 10, 10:00am - 2:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

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.

Drawing 101 - How to Use Light and Shading

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.

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.

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.