Valentine’s Day Open Mic Night
Wednesday, Feb. 14, 8 – 11 p.m., Pub 78
Calling all Slam Poets, Singers, Rappers, and Artists of the community! Attend Pub 78’s this Wednesday for their Valentine’s Day Open Mic Night, hosted by Kelly Ott. Pub 78 urges members of the community to come together and listen to each other’s masterpieces. This is the best opportunity for those who have been too nervous to put on a show for their friends and families. Come together with other artists of the neighborhood and enjoy everyone’s talents. Bring your partner, husband, wife, or special someone to sing your heart out to them! You could even dedicate a poem to them —perhaps one of your own. Show them you love them (wink, wink). 3733 Grand Blvd.
Bridgerton Tea Party & Author Julia Quinn
Tuesday, Feb, 20, 6:30 p.m., Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library
Do you love Bridgerton? Come celebrate your love for all things Bridgerton at this fun watch party. Enjoy light refreshments and Bridgerton-inspired teas in the Library’s Meeting Room while watching a virtual interview of best-selling author, Julia Quinn. This event is sponsored by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. Walk-ins welcome. 3541 Park Ave.
Senior Haircuts
Wednesday, Feb. 14, 4 p.m., North Riverside Parks & Recreation
With Valentine’s Day arriving, don’t you want to look spick and span for your friends and family? Well, seniors, you’re in luck! Luanna and the North Riverside Parks and Recreation are offering discounts to seniors who would like haircuts. Book the 14th for your haircut before your special Valentine’s Day date with your significant other or special friend! It is important to note that walk-ins are not accepted. Instead, appointments are required by calling the Parks & Rec Department at 708- 442-5515. Haircuts are only $11 (tipping is optional). 2401 Des Plaines Ave.
Native Plants Seed Exchange
Saturday, Feb. 17, 1 p.m., Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library
For all those plant guys and girlies out there! The Brookfield Native Plants Club will be hosting a Native Plants Seed Exchange Saturday. This is a great opportunity to find and share native plant seeds for your garden or plant collection. Native plants help increase Brookfield’s biodiversity and improve curb appeal. All seeds will be exchanged for free; walk-ins welcome. 3541 Park Ave.
Intro to the Cricut Maker
Saturday, Feb. 17, 2:30 p.m. , Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library
Stop by the Maker Studio for this beginner-friendly class with the Library’s new Cricut Maker 3, a precision-cutting machine that can be used in a variety of crafting projects. Make custom decals for apparel, design calligraphy for your wedding stationary, or create beautifully crafted posters for baby showers and other events—the sky’s the limit once you learn how to operate this incredible machine. Walk-ins welcome. 3541 Park Ave.