Name: Illinois Libraries Present: Jonathan Eig
Start: 2026-01-13T19:00
End: 2026-01-13T20:00:00-06:00
Location: LSF Brookfield Library

Illinois Libraries Present: Jonathan Eig

Bringing History to Life

2026-01-13 19:00:00 2026-01-13 20:00:00 America/Regina Illinois Libraries Present: Jonathan Eig Jonathan Eig- author of Pulitzer Prize-winning biography King: A Life. LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room

Tuesday, January 13
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-13 19:00:00 2026-01-13 20:00:00 America/Regina Illinois Libraries Present: Jonathan Eig Jonathan Eig- author of Pulitzer Prize-winning biography King: A Life. LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room

LSF Brookfield Library

Virtual Room

Jonathan Eig- author of Pulitzer Prize-winning biography King: A Life.

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation and Closed Captioning are provided for all events by default—no special request needed.

AGE GROUP: | All ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Adult |

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Device Drop In

Mon, Dec 15, 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, Dec 15, 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.

Story Stretchers - Just One Flake by Travis Jonkers

Mon, Dec 15, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Take a story beyond the page! Join us to read a picture book and then dive into its themes through crafts and activities. Walk-ins and new friends welcome.

Winter Wish Books Session 1

Mon, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Design your own personal wish/gratitude book with our Magical Maker Studio design team and supplies. Registration required. Walk-ins welcome to observe.

Brookfield Writers' Group

Mon, Dec 15, 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!

Paint and Sip: Mixed Media, New Year's Intentions - Session 1

Mon, Dec 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Using mixed media to create a piece of work that sets your intentions for the new year with a special word for 2026. Registration is required; please register for only 1 session.

Winter Wish Book Session 2

Mon, Dec 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Design your own personal wish/gratitude book with our Magical Maker Studio design team and supplies. Registration required. Walk-ins welcome to observe.

Girls Night Out Book Club - Mansfield Park

Mon, Dec 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

In celebration of Jane Austen's 250th birth anniversary we will be reading Mansfield Park. New participants welcome!

Cards and Conversation

Tue, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:25am

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

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

Books & Bites Cookbook Club - The Cookie Bible

Tue, Dec 16, 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!

Winter Wonderland Sensory Playtime

Wed, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

Enjoy winter inspired sensory stations with all things frosty, festive, and fun to touch and see! It will be a magical time for all! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Hump Day Stretch

Wed, Dec 17, 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.

Hook & Needle Guild

Wed, Dec 17, 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!

Candle Making

Wed, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Make a candle by rolling sheets of bees' wax by hand and modeling them. Perfect for a holiday gift! Registration required, walk-ins welcome to observe.

This event is full

Comic Creation Club

Wed, Dec 17, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

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

Library Board of Trustees

Wed, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 9:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees

True Crime Club - DNA Revolution - Investigative Genetic Genealogy

Wed, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

The new DNA technique Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG) has cracked open the Golden State Killer and Idaho Four cases. Misty Gillis from Parabon NanoLabs joins us over Zoom to discuss.

Poetry Appreciation Group - The Best American Poetry 2025

Wed, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

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

Reading in a Winter Wonderland

Thu, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Cuddle up with your favorite warm and fuzzy sweater and join us for a winter holiday themed Storytime! Sing, dance and have some winter fun. Walk-ins and new friends welcome.

Art Explorers - Winter Suncatchers

Thu, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Art Explorers is an art-based program that encourages kids to engage with unique art materials and concepts. This month's theme is: Winter Suncatchers. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Winter Snowflakes

Thu, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Like personalities, no two snowflakes are just the same. Combine stir sticks, glitter, hot glue, ribbon and more for making your own unique snowflake. Registration encouraged; walk-ins welcome.

This event is full

Paint and Sip: Mixed Media, New Year's Intentions - Session 2

Thu, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Using mixed media to create a piece of work that sets your intentions for the new year with a special word for 2026. Registration is required; please register for only 1 session.

Books & Brews - The Secret History by Donna Tart

Thu, Dec 18, 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.

Take & Make Friday Crafts

Fri, Dec 19, All day

LSF Brookfield Library

Stop by the Youth Services Desk to pick up a Take & Make craft every Friday! Crafts are available while supplies last.

Holiday Dance Party

Fri, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

Dress up in your favorite fun holiday outfits and dance! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Teen Holiday Party

Fri, Dec 19, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

Kick-off your holiday break with video games, board games, hot chocolate, and sweet treats. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome.

Geek Lab - Sticky Ice

Fri, Dec 19, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Experiment with ice and learn the scientific reason why it sometimes sticks to things. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Teen D & D

Fri, Dec 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

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

Take & Make: Reindeer Stirring Sticks

Fri, Dec 19, 5:00pm - 5:05pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room

Pick up a kit starting Friday, December 12 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 a Reindeer Stirrer!

Movies with Marty - Peanuts Holiday Double Feature

Sat, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Celebrate the season with with two holiday classics: "A Boy Named Charlie Brown" and "A Charlie Brown Christmas". A performance video by composer Vince Guaraldi completes the show.

Sunday Crafternoons

Sun, Dec 21, 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.

Chair Yoga

Mon, Dec 22, 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.

Movie Monday: Nightmare Before Christmas

Mon, Dec 22, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

Join us for an evening family friendly movie, snacks, and fun. This month, we'll be watching The Nightmare Before Christmas. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.

Brain Bootcamp

Tue, Dec 23, 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, Dec 23, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Meeting of the Friends + Foundation for the Brookfield Library

Teen Holiday Movie

Tue, Dec 23, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Join us for fun holiday movie with hot chocolate and some sweet treats. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome.

Library Closed All Day - Holiday

Wed, Dec 24, All day

LSF Brookfield Library

The Library is closed all day on Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25 in observance of the holiday.

Library Closed All Day - Holiday

Thu, Dec 25, All day

LSF Brookfield Library

The Library is closed all day on Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25 in observance of the holiday.

Take & Make Friday Crafts

Fri, Dec 26, All day

LSF Brookfield Library

Stop by the Youth Services Desk to pick up a Take & Make craft every Friday! Crafts are available while supplies last.

Chair Zumba

Fri, Dec 26, 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

Cards and Conversation

Tue, Dec 30, 10:30am - 11:25am

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

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

Owl Pellet Dissection

Tue, Dec 30, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Join the Cook Country Forest Preserve to unwrap the world's grossest present! Find out what owls have for dinner and learn all about animal digestion while you dissect a real owl pellet.

CANCELED - READ to the Dogs

Tue, Dec 30, 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

Library Closed All Day - Holiday

Wed, Dec 31, All day

LSF Brookfield Library

The Library is closed all day on Wednesday, December 31 and Thursday, January 1 in observance of the New Year's holiday.

Library Closed All Day - Holiday

Thu, Jan 01, All day

LSF Brookfield Library

The Library is closed all day on Wednesday, December 31 and Thursday, January 1 in observance of the New Year's holiday.

Chair Zumba

Fri, Jan 02, 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.

Sunday Crafternoons

Sun, Jan 04, 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.

Chair Yoga

Mon, Jan 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual

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.

Evening Cookbook Club - Matty Matheson: Soups, Salads, Sandwiches

Mon, Jan 05, 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.

FOL Writers' Group

Mon, Jan 05, 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!

Cards and Conversation

Tue, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:25am

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

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

Maker Studio 101

Tue, Jan 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Complete your Maker Studio orientation- this class covers equipment machines and materials, reservations, best practices. See the long description for more! Walk-ins welcome to observe.

Hump Day Stretch

Wed, Jan 07, 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.

Hook & Needle Guild

Wed, Jan 07, 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: Hot Coco in a Jar

Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Come make jars of different types of Hot Coco and create cute labels to decorate your jars.

Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club - The Martian Chronicles

Wed, Jan 07, 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.

Dementia Friends Presentation - Become a Dementia Friend by learning about dementia!

Thu, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

This presentation will cover common myths about dementia, early signs and symptoms, and how best to support neighbors, friends or family who are living with dementia. This event is for ages 6-106!

3D Print & Design Club

Thu, Jan 08, 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!

Non-Fiction Book Club - The Swans of Harlem

Thu, Jan 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Off-Site

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

Take & Make: Paper Winter Mittens

Fri, Jan 09, All day

LSF Brookfield Library

Pick up a kit starting today Friday, January 9 to create your pair of paper winter mittens. Kits will be available on the second floor while supplies last.

Tiny Tattoo Studio

Fri, Jan 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Join us for a Tiny Tattoo Studio experience! Kids will choose their temporary tattoo and have our "artist" apply their new ink! Must be 18 (months)+ to be tattooed. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!

Teen D & D

Fri, Jan 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2

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

Chair Yoga

Mon, Jan 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual

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.

Mini Musicos: Maraca Design

Mon, Jan 12, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom

Maracas are shaker instruments that can be heard in some genres of Latin and Caribbean music. Join us to design your very own maraca! Walk-ins and new friends welcome!

Detox Your Mind through Meditation

Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

Start the new year with a clean slate and learn how to detoxify negative thought patterns and calm the body. Presented by Umesh Bhatia. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome.

Winter Warm Scene - Session 1

Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Baby, it's cold outside! Come to the Maker Studio and create a decorative warm winter scene on a cutting board!

Winter Warm Scene - Session 2

Mon, Jan 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio

Baby, it's cold outside! Come to the Maker Studio and create a decorative warm winter scene on a cutting board!

Brain Bootcamp

Tue, Jan 13, 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!