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A Visit with Jane Austen
2025-12-10 19:00:00 2025-12-10 20:30:00 America/Regina A Visit with Jane Austen Celebrate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth with a "visit" from the beloved novelist herself. Presented by historical enactor Debra Miller. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome. LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

Wednesday, December 10
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-10 19:00:00 2025-12-10 20:30:00 America/Regina A Visit with Jane Austen Celebrate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth with a "visit" from the beloved novelist herself. Presented by historical enactor Debra Miller. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome. LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room

LSF Brookfield Library

Whole Meeting Room

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth with a "visit" from the beloved novelist herself. Presented by historical enactor Debra Miller. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome.

Travel back to the autumn of 1815 to meet one of literature's most beloved writers. Her first three novels, Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice and Mansfield Park are published, and Emma is complete.

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Bouncing Babies Storytime
Mon, Nov 10, 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.
Chair Yoga
Mon, Nov 10, 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 - Recess by Lane Smith
Mon, Nov 10, 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.
Gratitude Pillow Session 1
Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
It's the season to be thankful. Let's make some small gratitude pillows with happy themes. Registration required. Walk-ins welcome to observe.
This event is full
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Seasoned with Tradition: Southern Holiday Cooking
Mon, Nov 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
New date Monday, November 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Join us for a holiday cooking demonstration. Chef Tony will demonstrate three Southern holiday menu items. Samples will be provided along with recipes to take home. Registration required.
Gratitude Pillow Session 2
Mon, Nov 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
We have so much to celebrate in our Maker Studio! Let's make some small gratitude pillows with happy themes. Registration required. Walk-ins welcome to observe.
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Seasoned with Tradition: Southern Holiday Cooking
Mon, Nov 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Join us for a holiday cooking demonstration. Chef Tony will demonstrate three Southern holiday menu items. Samples will be provided along with recipes to take home. Registration required.
Brain Bootcamp
Tue, Nov 11, 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!
Storytime Stars
Tue, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Nov 11, 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.
Film Discussion - Never on Sunday
Tue, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us to view and discuss critically acclaimed foreign and independent films. November's selection is a romantic comedy set in 1960s Greece.
Genealogy Club - Getting Started with Genealogy: Finding your American Roots
Tue, Nov 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Curious about your American ancestors but not sure where to begin? This webinar will give you an introduction to the essential steps of genealogy research. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome.
Maker Machines - Intro to the Carvey
Tue, Nov 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Carvey
Interested in what the 3D carver can do with certain materials? Sign up for this introductory class on a popular Maker machine.
Marvelous Miércoles
Wed, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a bilingual storyime on Wednesday mornings! We will sing, read, and rhyme in English and Spanish!
Foam Clay Turkeys 
Wed, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Make your own little turkey out of quick drying foam clay. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome.
Comic Creation Club
Wed, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Write, draw, and create your own comic strips. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Toddler Tales
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Senior Medicare Patrol
Thu, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Age Options shares how to detect and report Medicare Fraud and how to prevent it from happening. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome.
Mini Makers
Thu, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us in the classroom for kid-friendly editions of our maker lab projects.
Non-Fiction Book Club - Science Tackles the Afterlife
Thu, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Sebastian's Ale House
Join the Non-Fiction Book Club for lively discussions. New participants welcome!
Take and Make: Fall Owls
Fri, Nov 14, All day
LSF Brookfield Library
Pick up a kit starting today Friday, November 14 to create your own Fall Owl. Kits will be available on the second floor while supplies last.
Take & Make Friday Crafts
Fri, Nov 14, 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.
Disco Dance Party
Fri, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Put on your sparkly best and join us at the library for a disco dance party! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Chair Zumba
Fri, Nov 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
Slime Club: Autumn Slime
Fri, Nov 14, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Every other month, let's make some slime! This month's slime will be autumn themed. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Medicare 101
Sat, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Learn how to enroll into Medicare; what Parts A, B, C & D mean and the cost-sharing and benefits that are associated with each letter.
Bouncing Babies Storytime
Mon, Nov 17, 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.
Chair Yoga
Mon, Nov 17, 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, Nov 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!
Mini Minohsayaki (Painted Faux-Hide Robes)
Mon, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Minohsayaki, or painted hide robes, was a tradition of the Peewaalia people. Kids will learn to paint on a new texture by using acrylic paint on mini faux-hides (soft fabric). New friends welcome!
Girls Night Out Book Club - The Island of Sea Women
Mon, Nov 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us monthly to chat about a variety of books all focused on women. New participants are always welcome!
Brookfield Writers' Group
Mon, Nov 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!
Cards and Conversation
Tue, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:25am
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us for card games, board games, and conversation. New faces welcome!
Storytime Stars
Tue, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Books & Bites Cookbook Club - The Complete Modern Pantry
Tue, Nov 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!
Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Nov 18, 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.
Illinois Libraries Present: Kenji López-Alt - A Journey Through Food and Science
Tue, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room
Join award-winning cookbook author, New York Times food columnist, and Serious Eats director J. Kenji López-Alt for an evening of cooking insights, techniques, and foodie exploration.
Register
Marvelous Miércoles
Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a bilingual storyime on Wednesday mornings! We will sing, read, and rhyme in English and Spanish!
Hump Day Stretch
Wed, Nov 19, 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, Nov 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!
Teen Cooking: Pilgram Hat Cookies
Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Teens can come in and make a couple of this sweet treat, perfect for the Thanksgiving holiday. Registration required, walk-ins welcome to observe.
Zumba for Kids
Wed, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
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, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
Successfully Navigating College Admissions
Wed, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room
Stand Out for College presents a look at current college admissions trends and how to navigate the constantly changing landscape. Presented via Zoom.
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Poetry Appreciation Group - Diane Seuss - Modern Poetry: Poems
Wed, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom,Meeting Room 1
Poetry enthusiasts are invited to the Poetry Appreciation Club- a new community-led book club. Walk-ins welcome!
Toddler Tales
Thu, Nov 20, 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 - Button Collage Pumpkins
Thu, Nov 20, 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: Button Collage Pumpkins Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
100 Years of Crime Book Club - The Daughter of Time
Thu, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Wye Valley Apartments, Cantata - Dining Room
November's selection is The Daughter of Time by Josephine Tey. Books will be available beginning Thursday, October 23. Ebook and eaudiobook versions are also available on Libby and Hoopla.
Christmas Critters
Thu, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
With pine cones, hot glue, googly eyes, ribbon and more, build a couple of little creatures for company over the holidays. Registration encouraged; drop-ins welcome.
Books & Brews - The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan
Thu, Nov 20, 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, Nov 21, 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.
Teen D & D
Fri, Nov 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Jump into our D&D campaign! Registration encouraged; walk-ins and new friends welcome.
Take & Make: Beaded Pipe Cleaner Corn
Fri, Nov 21, 5:00pm - 5:05pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room
Pick up a kit starting Friday, November 14 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 Beaded Pipe Cleaner Corn!
Get Your Game On!
Fri, Nov 21, 6:15pm - 8:15pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Join us after hours for gaming of all kinds and pizza! Children
Movies with Marty - Automat and 2000 Year Old Man
Sat, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join Marty Blank for a showing of the documentary Automat followed by the cartoon "2,000 Year Old Man."
Sunday Crafternoons
Sun, Nov 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.
The Mobile Museum of Tolerance
Mon, Nov 24, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Library Parking Lot
The MMOT returns! Stop by this free exhibit for interactive workshops on important topics including the Civil Rights Movement, the Holocaust, bullying, and the dangers of hate on social media.
Chair Yoga
Mon, Nov 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.
The Mobile Museum of Tolerance
Tue, Nov 25, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Library Parking Lot
The MMOT returns! Stop by this free exhibit for interactive workshops on important topics including the Civil Rights Movement, the Holocaust, bullying, and the dangers of hate on social media.
Brain Bootcamp
Tue, Nov 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!
Friends + Foundation Meeting
Tue, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Meeting of the Friends + Foundation for the Brookfield Library
READ to the Dogs
Tue, Nov 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
The Mobile Museum of Tolerance
Wed, Nov 26, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Library Parking Lot
The MMOT returns! Stop by this free exhibit for interactive workshops on important topics including the Civil Rights Movement, the Holocaust, bullying, and the dangers of hate on social media.
TAG: Holiday Decorations
Wed, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Help decorate the teen space for the winter holidays to make it more festive. Earn volunteer credit and help make the library a better place for teens.
Library Closed All Day - Holiday
Thu, Nov 27, All day
LSF Brookfield Library
The Library is closed all day Thursday, November 27 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Take & Make Friday Crafts
Fri, Nov 28, 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, Nov 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
Slime Club: Autumn Slime
Fri, Nov 28, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Every other month, let's make some slime! This month's slime will be autumn themed. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Bouncing Babies Storytime
Mon, Dec 01, 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.
Chair Yoga
Mon, Dec 01, 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, Dec 01, 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!
Holiday Trivia Night
Mon, Dec 01, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Back by popular demand! Join us for a fun night and test your trivia skills. Come as a team of up to 5 people or join a team when you arrive. Registration encouraged; walk-ins welcome.
Brookfield Writers' Group
Mon, Dec 01, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Calling all writers! Join our group where writers of all genres come together to exchange ideas, offer constructive feedback, and get inspired!
Giving Tuesday - Support the Friends + Foundation!
Tue, Dec 02, All day
LSF Brookfield Library
The Friends + Foundation for the Brookfield Library is taking part in Giving Tuesday, a global one-day online fundraising event that offers Library lovers a chance to show their support.
Cards and Conversation
Tue, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:25am
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us for card games, board games, and conversation. New faces welcome!
Storytime Stars
Tue, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Dec 02, 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.
Maker Studio 101
Tue, Dec 02, 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!
Genealogy Club - Show and Tell
Tue, Dec 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Come to the library to chat with fellow genealogists and share your findings! Bring any artifact, heirloom, or interesting story. Registration is encouraged, walk-ins are welcome.
Marvelous Miércoles
Wed, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a bilingual storyime on Wednesday mornings! We will sing, read, and rhyme in English and Spanish!
Hump Day Stretch
Wed, Dec 03, 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 03, 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 Art Class with Carla Riseman
Wed, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New venue LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Teens will be making a snow globe painting on canvas piece perfect for winter. Registration is required; walk-ins welcome to observe.
Yoga for Kids
Wed, Dec 03, 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 Prey of Gods by Nick Drayden
Wed, Dec 03, 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.
Toddler Tales
Thu, Dec 04, 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.
3D Print & Design Club
Thu, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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!
Isaac and the Sky by Mark Benson - Author Talk & Book Signing
Thu, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Come meet Mark Benson as he talks about his debut novel Isaac and the Sky. Mark Benson is a local writer, whose contempary YA novel is for readers who feel alone in a crowded room!
Library Closed All Day - Staff Development
Fri, Dec 05, All day
LSF Brookfield Library
The Library is closed all day for staff development. Regular hours resume Saturday, December 6 at 10 a.m.
Brookfield Holiday Celebration - Hot Cocoa and Crafts at the Library
Sat, Dec 06, 10:00am - 6:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Stop by the Library for crafts and hot cocoa as a part of Brookfield's annual Holiday Celebration. Enjoy fun activities for all ages in both the Youth Classroom and Maker Studio.
Legotastic Saturdays
Sat, Dec 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Build as far as your imagination will take you at this drop-in event!
Sunday Crafternoons
Sun, Dec 07, 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.
Bouncing Babies Storytime
Mon, Dec 08, 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.
Chair Yoga
Mon, Dec 08, 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.
Winter Wonderland Session 1
Mon, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
It's snowing and glowing in the Maker Studio! We are making a fun winter wonderland scene nestled in a metal tin. Registration required. Walk-ins welcome to observe.
Family Loteria Night
Mon, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Calling all niños and their familias! We will be playing Loteria, a bingo-style game that comes from Mexico. Enjoy a few rounds of the game, taste some Mexican candy, and try your luck at a prize!
Evening Cookbook Club - Sally's Cookie Addiction
Mon, Dec 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join the evening edition of our Cookbook Club. Pick a recipe from the selected book to make and bring to the meeting to share. This month will feature a holiday cookie exchange. New faces welcome!
Winter Wonderland Session 2
Mon, Dec 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
It's snowing and glowing in the Maker Studio! We are making a fun winter wonderland scene nestled in a metal tin. Registration required. Walk-ins welcome to observe.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Brain Bootcamp
Tue, Dec 09, 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!
Storytime Stars
Tue, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Finals Study Hall
Tue, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us Tuesday through Friday of the week before finals for snacks, stress relief crafts, and a quiet place to study.
Tiny Tots Storytime
Tue, Dec 09, 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.
Film Discussion - Standing Up, Falling Down
Tue, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us to view and discuss critically acclaimed foreign and independent films. December's selection is a comedy about second chances.
Winter Button Making
Tue, Dec 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Want to learn how to make your own custom buttons for the winter season? Drop in to explore how to do so in the Maker Studio!
Rescheduled
Senior Self-Defense Class
Wed, Dec 10, 12:30am - 10:30am
New date Wednesday, December 10, 10:30am - 1:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
Learn and practice basic safety and self-defense techniques. Presented by the Cook County Sheriff's Office. Registration required; walk-ins welcome to observe. Please wear comfortable clothing.
Rescheduled
Senior Self-Defense Class
Wed, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
New date Wednesday, December 10, 12:30am - 10:30am
LSF Brookfield Library
Learn and practice basic safety and self-defense techniques. Presented by the Cook County Sheriff's Office. Registration required; walk-ins welcome to observe. Please wear comfortable clothing.
Senior Self-Defense Class
Wed, Dec 10, 10:30am - 1:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Learn and practice basic safety and self-defense techniques. Presented by the Cook County Sheriff's Office. Registration required; walk-ins welcome to observe. Please wear comfortable clothing.
Marvelous Miércoles
Wed, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us for a bilingual storyime on Wednesday mornings! We will sing, read, and rhyme in English and Spanish!
Finals Study Hall
Wed, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Join us Tuesday through Friday of the week before finals for snacks, stress relief crafts, and a quiet place to study.
Zumba for Kids
Wed, Dec 10, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
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.
A Visit with Jane Austen
Wed, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth with a "visit" from the beloved novelist herself. Presented by historical enactor Debra Miller. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome.
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