But First, This Word from Our Sponsors
Monday, Feb. 5, 7 p.m., Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library
Television commercials—they’re the talk of every Super Bowl, and the subject of this enlightening and lighthearted presentation. Take a video journey through time and enjoy some of the earliest TV commercials, from catchy jingles and popular catchphrases to groundbreakers and award-winners. 3541 Park Ave.
From Mama’s Boyz to New Kid and Beyond
Tuesday, Feb. 6, 7 p.m., Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library
Learn about life, art, and storytelling with bestselling author, illustrator and syndicated cartoonist, Jerry Craft. Enjoy this virtual conversation about his work and journey to success, including a drawing demo that will be fun for the whole family. This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. This virtual event requires email registration and can be viewed from home. 3541 Park Ave.
Jackpot Music Game Demo
Thursday, Feb. 1, 7 – 9 p.m., The Little Owl Social Pub
Do you want to be a part of a test run of a new music app? I’ll do you one better: do you want a chance to win $1,000 by just playing a game? Join the Jackpot Music Game demo as the Little Owl Social Pub on Thursday for the chance of winning the Jackpot! All you need to bring is your phone with an appropriate amount of battery life to play. Music will be played during six rounds of the game and the first person who completes their list of songs will win a lottery ticket! 3747 Grand Blvd.
Singo
Thursday, Feb. 1, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m., Pub 78
What do you get when you combine bingo and music? Singo! Pub 78 will be hosting a Singo Night where snippets from various songs are played and it is your job to name the song appropriately. After you guess the song, you mark the correct space on your bingo card, and the first person with four across or down will receive a prize! The best part about this event is that it is free: who doesn’t like free activities! Bring your friends and family to Pub 78 and play Singo! 3733 Grand Blvd.
Maker Studio 101
Tuesday, Feb. 6, 7 p.m., Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library
Interested in the Library’s Maker Studio, but don’t know where to start? Attend this introductory tour to the Maker Studio with equipment demonstrations by our knowledgeable Digital Innovations Librarian. Learn best practices for working with our 3D Printer, Glowforge Laser Cutter, Mayku mold-maker, Cricut cutting machine, and Carvey woodcarver. Attendees have the option to complete Maker Certification forms and video tutorials before or after this class. 3541 Park Ave.
Book Blind Date
Thursdays, Feb. 1 – Feb. 29, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., North Riverside Public Library
Get into the month of love and valentines with this new activity that’ll bring you closer to reading! The library urges you to skip the first impressions and indecisiveness of choosing a book and take home a wrapped book as a blind date! This event is all month long so you can go on as many blind dates as you want. Maybe you’ll find your new favorite or maybe you’ll find something that isn’t for you: Just like a blind date! 2400 S. Desplaines Ave.
