Homelessness Educational Kits
LSF Brookfield Library
In partnership with local homeless service organization BEDS Plus, the Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library has developed two Homelessness Educational Kits as a learning resource for grades kindergarten through high school. In light of the current refugee crisis, these kits are a great resource for parents, educators, and service groups. Anyone interested in learning more about the Homelessness Educational Kits can do so by visiting the library’s website at www.lsfbrookfieldlibrary.org/homelessness-educational-kits, or by contacting the Library via phone, email, or in-person. 3541 Park Ave.
Arthur’s Cookbook: Food for the Soul Submissions
November & December in-person or online. LSF Brookfield Library
The Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library invites The Landmark readers to honor the late Arthur Williams, beloved Circulation Associate, by contributing recipes to a commemorative cookbook. Arthur shared many conversations and recipes with colleagues, Library members, and friends. In honor of him and his love for food, the Library is asking community members to share memories of Arthur and favorite recipes to be included in “Arthur’s Cookbook: Food for the Soul,” which will be published and added to the library’s collection in early 2025 and sold at next year’s Brookfield Farmers Market. The library is also working on a digital copy to be made available via the SWAN catalog. Recipes and stories can be submitted by anyone in November and December in-person at the commemorative cookbook display on the main floor of the LSF Brookfield Library or online at www.lsfbrookfieldlibrary.org/arthurs-cookbook. 3541 Park Ave.
Snoopy’s Thanksgiving
Wednesday, Nov. 27, 11 – 11:30 a.m. Riverside Library (Foley Community Room)
Are you ready for Thanksgiving a day early?! How about a Snoopy-styled Thanksgiving? Join the Riverside Library in watching A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving while snacking on buttered toast, popcorn, jellybeans, and pretzels… Snoopy’s way! This event is a dream come true for Charlie Brown fans considering Snoopy is very “in” right now. Registration is required for this event for all ages so register on the library’s website. Hurry, Snoopy can only feed so many! 1 Burling Rd.
Munchkins in Motion
Open Gym
Monday, Dec. 2, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. North Riverside Parks & Rec
Children, with the assistance of an adult, can work to develop large muscle motor skills like rolling, hopping, crawling and other age-appropriate fun at this open gym on Monday! Open Gym will include music, play equipment and exercise. Preferred ratio is one adult to two children maximum. 2401 S. Des Plaines Ave.
Tiny Tots Storytime
Tuesday, December 3, 6 p.m. LSF Brookfield Library
Move and groove in this fun-filled evening storytime class every Tuesday. Storytime classes promote early literacy skills and spark a lifelong love for reading through play and social learning. This class is recommended for children aged 5 and under. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Register for classes and events online at www.lsfbrookfieldlibrary.org, by phone at 708-485-6917, or in person at the library. 3541 Park Ave.