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Career Coach: Interview Success

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Parking Lot at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Technology, Computer Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

The American Job Center will be bringing its mobile Career Coach to the library for this workshop.

Don’t like interviews? Unsure how to answer the difficult questions? Join us!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Computer Class, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

The American Job Center will be bringing its mobile Career Coach to the library for this workshop.

Don’t like interviews? Unsure how to answer the difficult questions? Join us!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Career Coach: Interview Success

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Parking Lot at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Technology, Computer Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

The American Job Center will be bringing its mobile Career Coach to the library for this workshop.

Don’t like interviews? Unsure how to answer the difficult questions? Join us!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Computer Class, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

The American Job Center will be bringing its mobile Career Coach to the library for this workshop.

Don’t like interviews? Unsure how to answer the difficult questions? Join us!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Writers Group

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
the Community Room at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Join our Writers Group—a friendly space for writers of all levels to share work, spark ideas, and connect with fellow storytellers. New voices are always welcome.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: the Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our Writers Group—a friendly space for writers of all levels to share work, spark ideas, and connect with fellow storytellers. New voices are always welcome.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Crochet Coin Pouch

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
the Community Room at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn to crochet a simple little coin pouch! 

This is a quick project, but even if you don't finish, you'll take home printed step-by-step instructions.

No prior experience needed. All materials will be provided.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: the Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to crochet a simple little coin pouch! 

This is a quick project, but even if you don't finish, you'll take home printed step-by-step instructions.

No prior experience needed. All materials will be provided.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Bird Seed Feeders & Food Drive

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
the Community Room at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Kids

Create bird feeders with seed and natural materials to help our feathered friends, while taking part in a Food Drive to help feed our community.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: the Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create bird feeders with seed and natural materials to help our feathered friends, while taking part in a Food Drive to help feed our community.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Bird Seed Feeders & Food Drive

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
the Community Room at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Kids

Create bird feeders with seed and natural materials to help our feathered friends, while taking part in a Food Drive to help feed our community.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: the Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create bird feeders with seed and natural materials to help our feathered friends, while taking part in a Food Drive to help feed our community.

Lincoln’s Birthday

All Day
The Brookfield Library
Closing
Branches:
The Brookfield Library

Washington’s Birthday

All Day
The Brookfield Library
Closing
Branches:
The Brookfield Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sushi & Kimbap Class

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
the Community Room at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Unleash your inner chef at our hands-on sushi and kimbap making event! Guests explore the differences between sushi and kimbap, the flavors and smells of essential ingredients, and then create their own delicious vegetable rolls!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: the Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unleash your inner chef at our hands-on sushi and kimbap making event! Guests explore the differences between sushi and kimbap, the flavors and smells of essential ingredients, and then create their own delicious vegetable rolls!

Disclaimer(s)

No Children Under 12 Left at Library

No children under the age of 12 are permitted to be left at the library unless under adult supervision.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "All ages" group

Chess Club - All Ages

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
the Community Room at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, All ages

Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or expert player, young or not-so-young, join us for some fun and challenging inter-generational play!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: the Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens, All ages
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or expert player, young or not-so-young, join us for some fun and challenging inter-generational play!

Disclaimer(s)

No Children Under 12 Left at Library

No children under the age of 12 are permitted to be left at the library unless under adult supervision.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Writers Group

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
the Community Room at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

The Brookfield Library's Writers Group is a great opportunity for wordsmiths! It offers valuable feedback and fosters a supportive community.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: the Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Brookfield Library's Writers Group is a great opportunity for wordsmiths! It offers valuable feedback and fosters a supportive community.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Families" group

African Drum Circle with Mr. Boom Boom

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
the Community Room at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Families

Kids will learn to play a range of West African hand drums, including the djembe, the talking drum and a dynamic collection of global percussion instruments, including bongos, cajon, a

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: the Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids will learn to play a range of West African hand drums, including the djembe, the talking drum and a dynamic collection of global percussion instruments, including bongos, cajon, a

This event is in the "Adults" group

Coach Workshop: Intro to A.I Job Searching

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Parking Lot at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Technology, Computer Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

The American Job Center will be bringing its mobile Career Coach to the library for this workshop.

Join us for an exciting session on Intro to AI Job Searching!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Computer Class, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

The American Job Center will be bringing its mobile Career Coach to the library for this workshop.

Join us for an exciting session on Intro to AI Job Searching!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Coach Workshop: Intro to A.I Job Searching

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Parking Lot at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Technology, Computer Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

The American Job Center will be bringing its mobile Career Coach to the library for this workshop.

Join us for an exciting session on Intro to AI Job Searching!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Computer Class, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

The American Job Center will be bringing its mobile Career Coach to the library for this workshop.

Join us for an exciting session on Intro to AI Job Searching!

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "All ages" group

Chess Club - All Ages

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
the Community Room at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, All ages

Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or expert player, young or not-so-young, join us for some fun and challenging inter-generational play!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: the Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens, All ages
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or expert player, young or not-so-young, join us for some fun and challenging inter-generational play!

Disclaimer(s)

No Children Under 12 Left at Library

No children under the age of 12 are permitted to be left at the library unless under adult supervision.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Career Coach Workshop: Microsoft PowerPoint

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Parking Lot at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Technology, Computer Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

The American Job Center will be bringing its mobile Career Coach to the library for this workshop.

What you'll learn:

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Computer Class, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

The American Job Center will be bringing its mobile Career Coach to the library for this workshop.

What you'll learn:

Disclaimer(s)

New Guidelines on Program Attendance

We understand that sometimes, unexpected instances can occur that may prevent you from attending a program that you registered for.  If you find that you are unable to attend an event, please give us a call, email us, or cancel your registration online.  This will afford others who would like to attend, the opportunity to participate.  

Unfortunately, absences without prior notification and extreme tardiness have been hindering library staff from carrying out programs to the best of our abilities.  Even more importantly, these disruptive behaviors are undermining the positive experiences of other participants. The Library's Patron Behavior Policy explicitly states that behavior that “interferes with the enjoyment of the library by other individuals” can result in adverse consequences.

Therefore, we feel it’s important to announce our new guidelines for program attendance.  Beginning on July 1st, any registrant for an adult program who is a “no-show” and/or is more than 15 minutes late for two events will subsequently be moved to the waitlist for the next program they register for.  

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping make our library programs pleasurable and meaningful for all.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Career Coach Workshop: Microsoft PowerPoint

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Parking Lot at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Technology, Computer Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

The American Job Center will be bringing its mobile Career Coach to the library for this workshop.

What you'll learn:

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Computer Class, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

The American Job Center will be bringing its mobile Career Coach to the library for this workshop.

What you'll learn:

Disclaimer(s)

New Guidelines on Program Attendance

We understand that sometimes, unexpected instances can occur that may prevent you from attending a program that you registered for.  If you find that you are unable to attend an event, please give us a call, email us, or cancel your registration online.  This will afford others who would like to attend, the opportunity to participate.  

Unfortunately, absences without prior notification and extreme tardiness have been hindering library staff from carrying out programs to the best of our abilities.  Even more importantly, these disruptive behaviors are undermining the positive experiences of other participants. The Library's Patron Behavior Policy explicitly states that behavior that “interferes with the enjoyment of the library by other individuals” can result in adverse consequences.

Therefore, we feel it’s important to announce our new guidelines for program attendance.  Beginning on July 1st, any registrant for an adult program who is a “no-show” and/or is more than 15 minutes late for two events will subsequently be moved to the waitlist for the next program they register for.  

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping make our library programs pleasurable and meaningful for all.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Adulting 101: The Art of Container Gardening: Designing, Planting, and Maintaining Your Own Urban Oasis

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
the Community Room at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Dive into the world of container gardening with our expert gardener, Mark Gostkiewicz! In this workshop, you'll learn everything you need to know to create a thriving container garden in any space.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: the Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dive into the world of container gardening with our expert gardener, Mark Gostkiewicz! In this workshop, you'll learn everything you need to know to create a thriving container garden in any space.

Disclaimer(s)

New Guidelines on Program Attendance

We understand that sometimes, unexpected instances can occur that may prevent you from attending a program that you registered for.  If you find that you are unable to attend an event, please give us a call, email us, or cancel your registration online.  This will afford others who would like to attend, the opportunity to participate.  

Unfortunately, absences without prior notification and extreme tardiness have been hindering library staff from carrying out programs to the best of our abilities.  Even more importantly, these disruptive behaviors are undermining the positive experiences of other participants. The Library's Patron Behavior Policy explicitly states that behavior that “interferes with the enjoyment of the library by other individuals” can result in adverse consequences.

Therefore, we feel it’s important to announce our new guidelines for program attendance.  Beginning on July 1st, any registrant for an adult program who is a “no-show” and/or is more than 15 minutes late for two events will subsequently be moved to the waitlist for the next program they register for.  

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping make our library programs pleasurable and meaningful for all.

Good Friday

All Day
The Brookfield Library
Closing
Branches:
The Brookfield Library

Easter

All Day
The Brookfield Library
Closing
Branches:
The Brookfield Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Adulting 101: The Power of Nonverbal Communication

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
the Community Room at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Many savvy job seekers practice how they are going to respond to potential interview questions, but how many job seekers tune in to how their responses are being received?

Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: the Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Many savvy job seekers practice how they are going to respond to potential interview questions, but how many job seekers tune in to how their responses are being received?

Disclaimer(s)

New Guidelines on Program Attendance

We understand that sometimes, unexpected instances can occur that may prevent you from attending a program that you registered for.  If you find that you are unable to attend an event, please give us a call, email us, or cancel your registration online.  This will afford others who would like to attend, the opportunity to participate.  

Unfortunately, absences without prior notification and extreme tardiness have been hindering library staff from carrying out programs to the best of our abilities.  Even more importantly, these disruptive behaviors are undermining the positive experiences of other participants. The Library's Patron Behavior Policy explicitly states that behavior that “interferes with the enjoyment of the library by other individuals” can result in adverse consequences.

Therefore, we feel it’s important to announce our new guidelines for program attendance.  Beginning on July 1st, any registrant for an adult program who is a “no-show” and/or is more than 15 minutes late for two events will subsequently be moved to the waitlist for the next program they register for.  

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping make our library programs pleasurable and meaningful for all.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Adulting 101: Basic Budgeting

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
the Community Room at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Expert financial advisor Katrina Luca has returned to share her tips on creating and sticking to a budget. If you want a handle on your finances, this program is the place to be. Your wallet will thank you!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: the Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Expert financial advisor Katrina Luca has returned to share her tips on creating and sticking to a budget. If you want a handle on your finances, this program is the place to be. Your wallet will thank you!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Adulting 101: Organizing Your Life

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
the Community Room at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Do you have challenges getting or staying organized? 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: the Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have challenges getting or staying organized? 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Adulting 101: Essential Cooking Skills

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
the Community Room at The Brookfield Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn the basics for cooking for yourself from professional chef Diane Holland.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Brookfield Library
Room: the Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics for cooking for yourself from professional chef Diane Holland.

Disclaimer(s)

New Guidelines on Program Attendance

We understand that sometimes, unexpected instances can occur that may prevent you from attending a program that you registered for.  If you find that you are unable to attend an event, please give us a call, email us, or cancel your registration online.  This will afford others who would like to attend, the opportunity to participate.  

Unfortunately, absences without prior notification and extreme tardiness have been hindering library staff from carrying out programs to the best of our abilities.  Even more importantly, these disruptive behaviors are undermining the positive experiences of other participants. The Library's Patron Behavior Policy explicitly states that behavior that “interferes with the enjoyment of the library by other individuals” can result in adverse consequences.

Therefore, we feel it’s important to announce our new guidelines for program attendance.  Beginning on July 1st, any registrant for an adult program who is a “no-show” and/or is more than 15 minutes late for two events will subsequently be moved to the waitlist for the next program they register for.  

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping make our library programs pleasurable and meaningful for all.