Brookfield Women’s Club Youth Entrepreneur Market
Sunday November 10th, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m., SE Gross School in Brookfield
Shop local – there’s something for everyone on your holiday list! Come join in for this unique event featuring more than 50 kids from Brookfield and surrounding communities in grades 4th – 12th. Bring cash to shop and enjoy an afternoon meeting the artists and exploring their handmade crafts, delicious food, and amazing creativity. The Brookfield Women’s Club is committed to supporting the growth and development of women and children. This Young Entrepreneurs Market is intended to both encourage and support budding entrepreneurs in a real life setting where they can earn money and get feedback as they develop their business. (Parking lot and entry off Broadway). 3524 Maple Ave.
Introducción a la Biblioteca
Martes, 12 de noviembre, 7 p.m., LSF Brookfield Library
¿Quieres saber lo qué ofrecemos en la biblioteca? Ven a conocer más sobre todo que ofrecemos. Un miembro del personal que habla español guiará esta introducción a los recursos, clases y eventos de la biblioteca. 3541 Park Ave.
Cultivating Space: Two New Books About Architecture and Landscape
Tuesday, November 12, 7 p.m. Riverside Public Library
Two Chicago authors and educators will offer new perspectives about trees and buildings: Ron Henderson will present his 30 Trees: And Why Landscape Architects Love Them (2024) and Riverside resident Michelangelo Sabatino will present his The Edith Farnsworth House: Architecture, Preservation, Culture (2024). Together, the authors reflect on the ongoing and sometimes challenging dialogue between nature and the built environment. Books will be for sale and signed during the event. 1 Burling Rd.
Book Talk by Riverside Author
Roberta Hartling Gates
Monday, November 11, 6 p.m.,
LSF Brookfield Library
Meet Riverside author Roberta Hartling Gates and learn about her gripping historical novel, Number 12 Rue Sainte-Catherine: And Other Stories. In a series of collected Stories, Gates examines the life and crimes of Klaus Barbie, a mid-level Gestapo chief during World War II who ruled Lyon, France, like a medieval tyrant. What prepared him for his role as the so-called Butcher of Lyon, and what happened to him after the war? Learn the answers to these questions and more during this fascinating book talk. 3541 Park Ave.
Bluey Tree Trim
Saturday, November 9, 11:30 a.m., Brookfield Zoo
The Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library invites families to join them at the Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s annual Tree Trim event on Saturday, Nov. 9 at 11:30 a.m. Families will help the library decorate their tree with ornaments inspired by the popular animated television series Bluey, which follows the adventures of a blue heeler puppy named Bluey. Decorations will be provided by library Staff at the zoo during the event. There is a limited number of Tree Trim passes available for pick-up at the Youth Services desk, so register to secure your spot as soon as possible! Families are welcome to enjoy a day at the zoo after the Tree Trim event ends. Children ages two and under may enter for free. For more information or to register to attend, please contact the library at 708-485-6917 x 140, or visit www.lsfbrookfieldlibrary.org. 8400 31St St
