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Movies with Marty

Pennies from Heaven

2026-01-24 13:00:00 2026-01-24 15:00:00 America/Regina Movies with Marty Join Marty Blank for a screening of his favorite films. Walk-ins welcome! LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

Saturday, January 24
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-24 13:00:00 2026-01-24 15:00:00 America/Regina Movies with Marty Join Marty Blank for a screening of his favorite films. Walk-ins welcome! LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1

LSF Brookfield Library

Meeting Room 1

Join Marty Blank for a screening of his favorite films. Walk-ins welcome!

During the Great Depression, a sheet-music salesman seeks to escape his dreary life through popular music and a love affair. Featuring Steven Martin. 

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EVENT TYPE: | Adult |

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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
Legotastic Saturdays
Sat, Jan 03, 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, 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.
Family Movie Night - Despicable Me
Mon, Jan 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Join us for an evening family friendly movie, snacks, and fun. This month we will be watching Despicable Me! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
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 Cocoa in a Jar
Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Come make jars of different types of Hot Cocoa and create cute labels to decorate your jars.
Yoga for Kids
Wed, Jan 07, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
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 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!
Mini Makers
Thu, Jan 08, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Join us in the classroom for kid-friendly editions of our maker lab projects.
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.
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.
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!
Captain Curiosity
Sat, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
When Captain Curiosity wishes upon a new star, an alien spaceship appears and whisks him away. Learn about outer space and the stars in this hilarious, interactive show! Walk-ins welcome.
Bouncing Babies
Mon, Jan 12, 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, 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!
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!
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 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!
Storytime Stars
Tue, Jan 13, 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, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this fun storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Story Stretchers - The Snow Thief by Alice Hemming
Tue, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library
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.
Film Discussion - Beans
Tue, Jan 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join us to view and discuss critically acclaimed foreign and independent films.
Illinois Libraries Present: Jonathan Eig - Bringing History to Life
Tue, Jan 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room
Jonathan Eig- author of Pulitzer Prize-winning biography King: A Life.
Teaching Tech: Intro to YouTube
Tue, Jan 13, 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.
Marvelous Miércoles
Wed, Jan 14, 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! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Essential Computer Skills
Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join a Basic Computer Skills class with interactive lessons and assessments.
Teen Improv Workshop
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Instructor Samantha Concklin will start with a few warm-ups, play challenging improv games, take a break with one-word "proverbs," and finish with storytelling, scene-focused games.
Comic Creation Club
Wed, Jan 14, 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, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Toddle on in for songs, books, rhymes, and more in this spectacular storytime! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Teen Thursday Trivia: Disney
Thu, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Come show your knowledge of Disney trivia, with the top scores earning full size candy bars. Teens and Tweens should bring a device to play on, as the trivia will be displayed through Kahoot!
Art Explorers: Bookmark Sticker Collage
Thu, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Use stickers to create your own collage on a bookmark. Walk ins and new friends welcome!
3D Drawing
Thu, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Did you see that? Are you certain? Drawing fools our eyes with optical illusions. Lift your drawings off the page and fool yourself. We?ll provide paper and pencils (and erasers).
Brookfield's Lead Service Line Replacement Q&A
Thu, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Join the Brookfield Conservation Commission and Public Works department to learn about the ongoing Lead Service Line Replacement Program.
Fandom Friday: Disney
Fri, Jan 16, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
You?re invited to celebrate all things Disney! Come dressed in your favorite Disney gear, and get ready for an afternoon of imagination and fun!
Slime Club - Winter Slime
Fri, Jan 16, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Every other month, let's make some slime! This month's slime will be winter themed. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Essential Computer Skills
Sat, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join a Basic Computer Skills class with interactive lessons and assessments.
Teen Movie Club: Twilight (2008)
Sat, Jan 17, 11:00am - 1:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Teens can come to this new club held one Saturday a month to watch fun movies and enjoy some snacks.
Sunday Crafternoons
Sun, Jan 18, 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
Mon, Jan 19, 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, Jan 19, 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.
Frosty and Friends Snowman Garland - Session 1
Mon, Jan 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
My big fat snowflake says, "Frosty friends make winter warmer." Join us in the Maker Studio! We are making Frosty and Friends into a frost filled garland!
Frosty and Friends Snowman Garland - Session 2
Mon, Jan 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
My big fat snowflake says, "Frosty friends make winter warmer." Join us in the Maker Studio! We are making Frosty and Friends into a frost filled garland!
Girls Night Out Book Club - Housekeeping- Marilynne Robinson
Mon, Jan 19, 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!
FOL Writers' Group
Mon, Jan 19, 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 20, 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, Jan 20, 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 - Modern Freezer Meals
Tue, Jan 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
New venue 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, Jan 20, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
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 Machines: Poster Printer
Tue, Jan 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Sign up to learn about the Maker Studio's large format printer. Demonstrations will be held.
Marvelous Miércoles
Wed, Jan 21, 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! Walk-ins and new friends always welcome.
Hump Day Stretch
Wed, Jan 21, 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 21, 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!
DIY Hand Warmers
Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Maker Studio
Reusable rice-filled warmers, using two pieces of fabric sewed together, fill with rice, and sewn shut. Will be using sewing machines
Zumba for Kids
Wed, Jan 21, 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.
Poetry Appreciation Group - Sight Lines by Arthur Sze
Wed, Jan 21, 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. Walk-ins welcome!
Toddler Tales
Thu, Jan 22, 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.
Baby Rave Dance Party
Fri, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
LSF Brookfield Library - Whole Meeting Room
Get ready for a burst of neon fun as babies and toddlers groove to upbeat, kid-friendly tracks!
Chair Zumba
Fri, Jan 23, 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.
Teen D & D
Fri, Jan 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 2
Jump into our D&D campaign! Registration encouraged; walk-ins and new friends welcome.
Virtual Take & Make: Popsicle Stick Arctic Wolves
Fri, Jan 23, 5:00pm - 5:05pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Virtual Room
Pick up a kit starting Friday, January 16 near the 2nd floor Information Desk and be on the lookout for a video tutorial on Facebook and YouTube detailing how to make Popsicle Stick Arctic Wolves!
Online Culture & Safety for Parents
Fri, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Classroom
Social Worker Susie Bohun will educate parents on and facilitate a dialogue about online safety, A.I., podcasts, gaming, and meme culture that is geared towards grade-schoolers and up.
Get Your Game On!
Fri, Jan 23, 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 - Pennies from Heaven
Sat, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
LSF Brookfield Library - Meeting Room 1
Join Marty Blank for a screening of his favorite films. Walk-ins welcome!
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