Penguin Feeding Adventure
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10:15 a.m., 3:15 p.m., Brookfield Zoo, The Living Coast
The Penguin Feeding Adventure returns this month at the Rocky Shores habitat in The Living Coast. When you sign up, you can help the animal care staff feed Humboldt penguins while you learn about their behavior and the details of the zoo’s conservation work in Punta San Juan, Peru. Each feeding lasts about 30 minutes. Cost is $150 and does not include Zoo admission or parking. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.brookfieldzoo.org/penguinfeedingadventure. 8400 31st St.
FlexSpace Artist in Residence, Vida Sačić
Wednesdays, 1 to 5 p.m. through March 30, Riverside Arts Center
The Riverside Arts Center welcomes Vida Sačić, a Croation-American, Chicago-based artist who works with moveable type to create editioned prints that explore labor and identity in the context of immigration. She plans to develop a new project inspired by correspondence within immigrant families, working primarily with print media. She will be assisted by young artists from immigrant backgrounds whose families are multi-lingual. The works will feature hand-written and printed notes, drawings, images, and stories gathered during the residence. The RAC community is invited to take part in the construction. For more information, visit the center’s website or online. 32 E Quincy St.
Check out events this week at Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library:
Spring Bling Pendant Necklace
Saturday, March 9, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Spring is right around the corner and who wouldn’t want to stand out a bit? Well, you’re in luck. You can make pendant necklaces with various colorful beads and charms. This arts and crafts class will have you decked out in bling for spring.
EncryptHer – Taught by RBHS Robotics Club Team Member
Saturday, March 9, 1 p.m.
Girls ages 9 to 12 can learn about cybersecurity, computer science, and how to be safe online in this fun and informative class. Learn coding skills and develop problem solving abilities with hands-on activities. This program meets once a month is available in English and Spanish. Laptops provided.
Elizabeth Cady Stanton Portrayal
Monday, March 11, 7 p.m.
Elizabeth Cady Stanton fought for equal rights for women in the 19th century. Actor and historian Laura Keyes will bring this inspirational leader and the political turmoil of the Civil War to life in an informative and entertaining historical impersonation. Stream from your computer at home or watch on the big screen at the library.
Pi Day Art
Tuesday, March 12, 7 – 8 p.m.
What do you get when you combine skyline art with Pi Day? That’s right – you get to create your own Pi-line art! Get it? “Skyline” and “Pi-line” for Pi Day, aka 3.1415926 and on and on? Celebrate a slice of your Pi Day at the library by making your own Pi skyline art using the mathematical constant. After creating your art, why not celebrate Pi Day to the best of your ability and buy yourself a slice of warm apple pie!
Teen Knitting for Beginners
Wednesday, March 13, 4 p.m.
Learn the basics of knitting in this beginner-friendly class for teens on how to knit a headband. Bring your friends and creativity. All supplies provided by the Library. You know the drill: sign up for all these events at www.lsfbrookfieldlibrary.org, by phone at 708-485-6917, or in person at the library. 3541 Park Ave.
This week’s events at North Riverside Public Library:
DIY Cloud Lights
Saturday, March 9, 1:30 p.m.
It’s March and it is finally starting to feel like we are all moving away from the bitter cold months. The temps are rising. The sun is peeking through the clouds. Things can only go up from here! That is why the library is hosting an event in which children grades 6-12 can make their own cloud lights. This event is free and you can RSVP by visiting nrpl.info/event/diy-cloud-lights/.
Yoga
Monday, March 11, 6 – 7:00 p.m.
Do you know downward dog? How about child’s pose? No, I am not talking about your dog named Buddy or your child named Danny — I am talking about yoga poses. The library will be hosting an hour-long yoga session for members of the community to blow off some steam and relax the body. Yoga is known to enhance sleep and strength while reducing stress and pain. Sign up before the class fills up. 2400 S. Desplaines Ave.
