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The Brookfield Library Newsletter - February 2023
Schools and Libraries
January 31, 2023
From: The Brookfield LibraryDear Neighbors,
Valentine’s Day isn’t the only reason why love is in the air—February is also National Library Lover’s Month, a time to celebrate libraries, librarians, book lovers, and lovers of libraries. We have a full slate of programs, book discussions and activities this month, and I’m sure you’ll find lots to LOVE about The Brookfield Library. We have Valentine Card Making and a Valentine Banner craft for adults, plus a Valentine Hanging Heart craft for kids. You may also want to try Meditative Watercoloring, take a sewing or computer class, or just enjoy a movie. Whatever your preference, we have something for everyone.
Our annual Teddy Bear Sleepover is back this year on February 3, followed by Take Your Child to the Library Day on February 4. We hope you’ll bring your kids (and their teddy bears) to one or more of the fun events we have planned over those two days!
We’re looking forward to the formation of our new Teen Council, whose first meeting will be on February 1. Kids in grades 6–12 are invited to come play an active role in planning Teen programs and events along with our Teen Librarian, Zanny Stowell. We look forward to meeting some new faces and hearing your feedback!
You still have plenty of time to come see our Connecticut Calligraphers exhibit in the Art Gallery, and we hope you’ll join us at our Art Reception and calligraphy demonstration on Saturday, February 11 from 2–4 pm. We’ll close out the month with a concert featuring “The Softer Side of Celtic” with Jeff Snow. Jeff will share his love and knowledge of his Scottish heritage in a delightful program of traditional and original tunes.
What’s not to love? Hope to see you soon!
Debbie Brooks
Acting Director
Current Library Hours and Holiday Closings
Library hours are:
Monday and Wednesday 10 am–6 pm
Tuesday and Thursday 10 am–8 pm
Friday and Saturday 10 am–5 pm
Sunday Noon–4 pm
The Library will be closed on Monday, February 13, in observance of Lincoln's Birthday, and Monday, February 20, for Washington's Birthday.
Love Your Library “Flair”
Feb. 1–28, for all ages
Next time you visit us, tell us what you love about our library—whether it’s a program, a staff member, our Therapy Dogs or our selection of books and DVDs. We’ll have paper hearts for you to write your favorite things on, and we’ll display them throughout the Library all month long. Help us celebrate libraries, librarians and all the great programs and services they provide, while adding a festive flair to our service desks! We love hearing your feedback!
Brookfield Health Department Vaccine Clinics:
Offering Moderna and Novavax Primary and Booster Doses.
We do not carry Pfizer
Town Hall - By Appointment Only, 100 Pocono Road, Brookfield
Please call Tracey Cahill, Public Health Nurse at the Brookfield Health Department at (203)775-7314 to schedule an appointment for COVID 19 vaccinations/boosters.
Special Event
Take Your Child to the Library Day
Ages PreK–Grades 5
Saturday, February 4
Community Room
Registration Required
10:00–10:45 am: Donuts with Your Grownup
Kids are invited to come to a special storytime with their favorite grownup (Mom, Dad, a grandparent, aunt or uncle) and enjoy a sweet treat afterwards! Registration Required (please click the link above)
11:30 am- 12:30 pm: Make Your Own Library Book Box
Kids will use paint, scrapbook paper and other embellishments to create their own Library Book Box to take home to store their favorite books. Registration Required
1:00–1:45 pm: Winter Woods and Wouldn'ts Performance
Join us for a whimsical educational program about the wonders of the Winter Woodlands, by Two Right Feet. Children will experience problem solving and literacy awareness through songs, rhymes, mime, and creative dance. Registration Required
Children's Book Sale: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
The Friends of The Brookfield Library will be holding a mini-book sale of children's books only in the Community Room on Take Your Child to the Library Day. Please plan on shopping before or after any of the above programs.
Concert
Jeff Snow
The Softer Side of Celtic
Sunday, February 26
2:00–3:30 pm
In the Community Room
Growing up as the son of a drummer in a bagpipe band and in a home where older Celtic songs were the everyday sounds, Jeff Snow developed a love for the music of Scotland, England and Ireland. His concerts have been described as "quiet and relaxing " and much of it is, but sometimes he'll break out and the foot stomping begins.
The Softer Side of Celtic combines music, storytelling and history from England, Ireland and Scotland for an exciting, enjoyable concert. A typical concert includes a guitar, bouzouki and the autoharp and is an event the audience will talk about for a long time.
The Brookfield Library Art Gallery
Connecticut Calligraphers
January 7–February 27
Art Reception: Saturday, February 11 from 2–4 pm
The Brookfield Library Art Gallery continues to present Connecticut Calligraphers, a community calligraphy exhibition on view from January 7 to February 27. Enjoy the beautiful world of calligraphy with examples from some of the best calligraphers in Connecticut. Many different styles will be exhibited, from traditional to modern. Sometimes letters will be drawn, not considering their meaning, but simply how they combine to form an artistic shape.
The public is invited to the art reception that includes a calligraphy demonstration on Saturday, February 11 from 2–4 pm in The Brookfield Library Art Gallery.
The Brookfield Library Art Gallery is located in the Library's Community Room and is open during the Library’s regular operating hours. Please check in at the Circulation Desk before entering the Gallery.
Area artists interested in being considered for future shows in The Brookfield Library Art Gallery are invited to submit samples of their work by emailing The Brookfield Library Art Gallery Committee at [email protected]. The Committee will review all submissions.
For more news and updates on our Art Gallery, follow us on Instagram @brookfieldlibraryartgallery.
Adult Services
Valentine’s Day Card Making Program
Thursday, February 2, 2:00–3:30 pm
In the Community Room
Let’s get together for a Valentine Card Making event. During this program, you’ll be guided in the creation of heartfelt Valentine cards.
Movie Matinee: The Banshees of Inisherin
Friday, February 3, 2:30–4:30 pm
In the Community Room
In a remote town off the coast of Ireland, Padraic and Colm share a close, intimate bond of friendship that spans their lives. Yet when one of the men brings their lifelong bond to a swift, abrupt end, the other reels, questioning their decades of friendship and his own identity in the process.
Starring Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Kerry Condon, and Barry Keoghan.
Rated R for language throughout, some violent content and brief graphic nudity. 109 minutes.
Snacks will be provided!
Meditative Watercoloring
Monday, February 6, 4:00–5:00 pm
in the Community Room
Registration Required
Color your worries away with watercolors!
We'll create relaxing abstract shapes with colors that make you happy. Then we'll use outlining techniques to achieve meditative bliss. All supplies are provided, and registration is required.
This program is open to adults and teens.
Chess Club—ALL AGES!
Thursday, February 9, 4:30–5:30 pm
Thursday, February 16, 4:30–5:30 pm
In the Community Room
Register for February 9
Register February 16
This month’s Chess Club is open to all ages! Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or expert player, young or not-so-young, join us for some fun and challenging multi-generational play!
Make a Valentine’s Day Banner
Friday, February 10, 3:00–4:30 pm
In the Community Room
Registration Required
Using supplies that have been pre-cut on our Cricut machine, we will be making Valentine's Day-themed banners. You can add your personal touches and make them uniquely yours.
Supplies will be provided but feel free to bring anything that you think would personalize your creation.
Connecticut Calligraphers
Art Reception and Calligraphy Demonstration
Saturday, February 11, 2:00–4:00 pm
In the Community Room
Registration Required
Attend the art reception for our current exhibition, Connecticut Calligraphers, a community calligraphy exhibition on view until February 27. You'll have the opportunity to meet the artists, see a calligraphy demonstration, and to enjoy the beautiful world of calligraphy with examples from some of the best calligraphers in Connecticut.
Unraveled: Knitting & Crocheting Circle
Sunday, February 12, 2:00–3:30 pm
and Sunday, February 19, 2:00–3:30 pm
In the Community Room
Register for February 12
Register February 19
Join us for a social afternoon sharing ideas and trading knitting and crocheting techniques! Bring snacks or tea and some projects to discuss and show fellow knitters or crocheters. All skill levels are welcome.
Throwback Movie Night: Pride and Prejudice
Tuesday, February 14, 6:15–8:30 pm
In the Community Room
Registration Encouraged
Sparks fly when spirited Elizabeth Bennet meets single, rich, and proud Mr. Darcy. But Mr. Darcy reluctantly finds himself falling in love with a woman beneath his class. Can each overcome their own pride and prejudice?
Sterling adaptation of Jane Austen's classic about love, marriage and class distinction in 18th-century England. Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen star as Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. Emma Thompson, who won an Oscar for Best Screenplay Adaptation for her reworking of Austen's “Sense and Sensibility,” did an uncredited rewrite on the script.
Starring Brenda Blethyn, Donald Sutherland and Talulah Riley.
Rated PG for some mild thematic elements. 127 minutes.
Snacks will be provided!
Women & Money Roundtable
How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets
Wednesday, February 15, 1:00–2:00 pm
on Zoom
Join us for this monthly roundtable for women on money led by financial professionals Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone. They’ll cover the latest market news and how that might affect your decision making. They’ll also give you background and context for understanding why market movement occurs and share strategies for keeping ahead of what might come. The roundtable series is open to women with any level of financial knowledge.
Needle Felting For Adults: Teddy Bears
Friday, February 17, 3:00–4:30 pm
In the Community Room
We will be celebrating Valentine's Day this session. Treat yourself to a cute craft! We will be making chocolate brown teddy bears in our class this month.
Supplies will be provided. Space is limited, so reserve your seat today.
Board Game Night
Tuesday, February 21, 6:00–7:30 pm
In the Community Room
Join us for our first ever board game night! Play one of the games we have available or bring your own to introduce it to others!
Games, beverages, and snacks will be available.
Featuring games: chess, checkers, Scrabble, Sudoku, Apples to Apples, Clue and Scattergories
Personalized Reading Suggestions
Looking for your next good read? Fill out and submit this short form on the Library's website and a librarian will email you 3–5 book recommendations picked just for you! Once you approve we'll get them ready for curbside pickup.
Book Groups
Brookfield Reads
Once There Were Wolves
by Charlotte McConaghy
Tuesday, February 21, 1:00–2:00 pm
In the Community Room with Zoom option
New members are always welcome!
Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.
Instant New York Times Bestseller
"Blazing...Visceral" (Los Angeles Times) · "Exceptional" (Newsweek) · "Bold...Heartfelt" (New York Times Book Review) · "Thought-provoking and thrilling" (GMA) · "Suspenseful and poignant" (Scientific American) · "Gripping" (The Sydney Morning Herald)
From the author of the beloved national bestseller Migrations, a pulse-pounding new novel set in the wild Scottish Highlands.
Inti Flynn arrives in Scotland with her twin sister, Aggie, to lead a team of biologists tasked with reintroducing fourteen gray wolves into the remote Highlands. She hopes to heal not only the dying landscape, but Aggie, too, unmade by the terrible secrets that drove the sisters out of Alaska.
Inti is not the woman she once was, either, changed by the harm she’s witnessed?inflicted by humans on both the wild and each other. Yet as the wolves surprise everyone by thriving, Inti begins to let her guard down, even opening herself up to the possibility of love. But when a farmer is found dead, Inti knows where the town will lay blame. Unable to accept her wolves could be responsible, Inti makes a reckless decision to protect them. But if the wolves didn’t make the kill, then who did? And what will Inti do when the man she is falling for seems to be the prime suspect?
Propulsive and spell-binding, Charlotte McConaghy's Once There Were Wolves is the unforgettable story of a woman desperate to save the creatures she loves?if she isn’t consumed by a wild that was once her refuge.
Email Sarah-Ruth ([email protected]) with any questions about Brookfield Reads.
Fact Not Fiction
The Spy and the Traitor
by Ben Macintyre
Wednesday, February 22, 4:30–5:30 pm
In the Community Room
New members are always welcome!
Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.
New York Times Bestseller • The celebrated author of Double Cross and Rogue Heroes returns with a thrilling Americans-era tale of Oleg Gordievsky, the Russian whose secret work helped hasten the end of the Cold War.
“The best true spy story I have ever read.”—JOHN LE CARRÉ
Named a Best Book of the Year by The Economist • Shortlisted for the Bailie Giffords Prize in Nonfiction
If anyone could be considered a Russian counterpart to the infamous British double-agent Kim Philby, it was Oleg Gordievsky. The son of two KGB agents and the product of the best Soviet institutions, the savvy, sophisticated Gordievsky grew to see his nation's communism as both criminal and philistine. He took his first posting for Russian intelligence in 1968 and eventually became the Soviet Union's top man in London, but from 1973 on he was secretly working for MI6.
For nearly a decade, as the Cold War reached its twilight, Gordievsky helped the West turn the tables on the KGB, exposing Russian spies and helping to foil countless intelligence plots, as the Soviet leadership grew increasingly paranoid at the United States' nuclear first-strike capabilities and brought the world closer to the brink of war. Desperate to keep the circle of trust close, MI6 never revealed Gordievsky's name to its counterparts in the CIA, which in turn grew obsessed with figuring out the identity of Britain's obviously top-level source. Their obsession ultimately doomed Gordievsky: the CIA officer assigned to identify him was none other than Aldrich Ames, the man who would become infamous for secretly spying for the Soviets.
Unfolding the delicious three-way gamesmanship between America, Britain, and the Soviet Union, and culminating in the gripping cinematic beat-by-beat of Gordievsky's nail-biting escape from Moscow in 1985, Ben Macintyre's latest may be his best yet. Like the greatest novels of John le Carré, it brings readers deep into a world of treachery and betrayal, where the lines bleed between the personal and the professional, and one man's hatred of communism had the power to change the future of nations.
Email Joy ([email protected]) with any questions about Fact Not Fiction.
Book ‘Em
Invisible by James Patterson and David Ellis
Monday, February 27, 1:00–2:00 pm
In the Community Room with Zoom option
New members are always welcome!
Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.
Everyone thinks Emmy Dockery is crazy. Obsessed with finding the link between hundreds of unsolved cases, Emmy has taken leave from her job as an FBI researcher. Now all she has are the newspaper clippings that wallpaper her bedroom, and her recurring nightmares of an all-consuming fire.
Not even Emmy's ex-boyfriend, Field Agent Harrison "Books" Bookman, will believe her that hundreds of kidnappings, rapes, and murders are all connected. That is, until Emmy finds a piece of evidence he can't afford to ignore. More murders are reported by the day—and they're all inexplicable. No motives, no murder weapons, no suspects. Could one person really be responsible for these unthinkable crimes?
INVISIBLE is James Patterson's scariest, most chilling stand-alone thriller yet.
Email Shannon ([email protected]) with any questions about Book ‘Em.
Perfect Match
You Had Me at Hola by Alexis Daria
Tuesday, February 28, 6:30–7:30 pm
In the Community Room
New members are always welcome!
Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.
RITA® Award Winning author Alexis Daria brings readers an unforgettable, hilarious rom-com set in the drama-filled world of telenovelas—perfect for fans of Jane the Virgin and The Kiss Quotient.
Leading Ladies do not end up on tabloid covers.
After a messy public breakup, soap opera darling Jasmine Lin Rodriguez finds her face splashed across the tabloids. When she returns to her hometown of New York City to film the starring role in a bilingual romantic comedy for the number one streaming service in the country, Jasmine figures her new “Leading Lady Plan” should be easy enough to follow—until a casting shake-up pairs her with telenovela hunk Ashton Suárez.
Leading Ladies don’t need a man to be happy.
After his last telenovela character was killed off, Ashton is worried his career is dead as well. Joining this new cast as a last-minute addition will give him the chance to show off his acting chops to American audiences and ping the radar of Hollywood casting agents. To make it work, he’ll need to generate smoking-hot on-screen chemistry with Jasmine. Easier said than done, especially when a disastrous first impression smothers the embers of whatever sexual heat they might have had.
Leading Ladies do not rebound with their new co-stars.
With their careers on the line, Jasmine and Ashton agree to rehearse in private. But rehearsal leads to kissing, and kissing leads to a behind-the-scenes romance worthy of a soap opera. While their on-screen performance improves, the media spotlight on Jasmine soon threatens to destroy her new image and expose Ashton’s most closely-guarded secret.
Email Shannon ([email protected]) with any questions about Perfect Match.
Children's Services
Winter Storytime Schedule
Our Winter Session will run through Friday, March 31, 2023.
Storytime Adventures (for ages 2–5)
Mondays and Tuesdays, 10–10:45 am
In the Community Room unless otherwise specified
This program encourages creative expression, social skills, listening comprehension, and vocabulary building through stories, songs, flannel boards rhymes, and movement activities. Please register:
Monday, February 6 & Tuesday, February 7 - Emotions
Tuesday, February 14 - Valentines
Tuesday, February 21 Counting and Numbers
Monday, February 27 & Tuesday, February 28 - Opposites
Fun & Friends (for ages 6 months–5 years)
Wednesdays, 10:00–11:00 am
In the Community Room
A casual gathering for parents/caregivers and their children, this program features free-play time, a brief storytime and craft for the children, and socializing for the adults. Meet new friends or catch up with people you already know. Please register:
Wednesday, February 1
Wednesday, February 8
Wednesday, February 15
Wednesday, February 22
Shake, Rattle & Read (for ages 6–24 months)
Fridays, 10–10:45 am
In the Community Room unless otherwise specified
This lap sit program promotes social skills and early language development and lays the foundation for reading through letter, color, shape and number recognition. It includes stories, songs, rhymes, finger plays, puppets, and movement activities. Please register:
Friday, February 3
Friday, February 10
Friday, February 17
Friday, February 24
Special Events
Chess Club - All Ages!
Thursday, February 9 from 4:30–5:30 pm
Thursday February 16 from 4:30–5:30 pm
In the Community Room
Registration Required
This month’s chess club is open to all ages! Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or expert player, young or not-so-young, join us for some fun and challenging multi-generational play!
Teddy Bear Sleepover
Ages PreK–Grades 5
Friday, February 3
6:00–7:30 pm
In the Community Room
Registration Required
Join us for a magical evening storytime and craft program dedicated to TEDDY BEARS! Participants are welcome to bring a stuffed animal that will spend the night at the Library. The librarians will take pictures of all the silly things the stuffed animals get up to! Pictures will be posted on the Library's Facebook Page. Come to the Library to pick up your stuffed animal the next morning and see for yourself all the mischief they caused!
Take Your Child To The Library Day
Ages PreK–Grades 5
Saturday, February 4
In the Community Room
Registration Required
10:00–10:45 am: Donuts with Your Grownup
Kids are invited to come to a special storytime with their favorite grownup (Mom, Dad, a grandparent, aunt or uncle) and enjoy a sweet treat afterwards! Registration Required
11:30 am- 12:30 pm: Make Your Own Library Book Box
Kids will use paint, scrapbook paper and other embellishments to create their own Library Book Box to take home to store their favorite books. Registration Required
1:00–1:45 pm: Winter Woods and Wouldn'ts Performance
Join us for a whimsical educational program about the wonders of the Winter Woodlands, by Two Right Feet. Children will experience problem solving and literacy awareness through songs, rhymes, mime, and creative dance. Registration Required
Special Storytime Series for Black History Month: Tales of Anansi The Spider
Grades K–5
Tuesday, February 7 - 5:00–5:45 pm
Tuesday, February 14 - 5:00–5:45 pm
Tuesday, February 21 - 5:00–5:45 pm
Tuesday, February 28 - 5:00-5:45 pm
In the Community Room
Registration Required
Each week we will share a different Anansi The Spider Tale and have a presentation about African Folktales with guest reader Ilga Parris. Attendance at all four sessions is not required.
Build-Your-Own African American History Sticker Book
Grades 3–8
Thursday, February 23
4:30–5:45 pm
In the Community Room
Registration Required
Kids will participate in an interactive and fun "test-your-knowledge" family-friendly program where they learn about famous African American figures such as Jackie Robinson, Katherine Johnson and Langston Hughes. The best part: all participants will build their own history book to take home!
Children’s Programs
Combined Science Explorers and Steam Program
Grow Your Own Crystal Heart
Grades K–5
Thursday, February 2
5:30 pm–6:30 pm
In the Community Room
Registration Required
Using a Borax Solution, participants will grow their own crystal hearts. Please note this process requires boiling water. It is highly recommended that adults stay to assist their child during this part of the process. The participants will take their projects home and observe the crystals as they grow over a 24-hour period.
Hanging Hearts Valentine Craft
Grades K–5
Thursday, February 9
5:45 pm–6:45 pm
Community Room
Registration Required
Using Valentine scrapbooking paper, string, beads and other embellishments, participants will create hanging hearts to decorate their home for Valentine’s Day.
Pajama Storytime (for ages 3 and up)
Thursday, February 16, 6:30 pm–7:00 pm
Registration required.
In the Children’s Area of the Library
Come to the picture book area of the Lbrary to share three BRAND NEW stories with Miss Meg before bedtime. Pajamas are encouraged!
Namaste Me Down to Sleep Yoga & Bedtime Stories
Theme: Love Bug
Thursday, February 23, 6:30–7:30 pm
In the Community Room
Registration Required
Please bring your own yoga mat if possible as there are a limited number available to borrow from the Library. This program is best for ages 3 and up. It will include a couple of slow yoga flows, two relaxing stories, and mindfulness and breathing exercises.
Brookfield Builders: Zipline Challenge
All Ages
Saturday, February 25
10:00–11:00 am
In the Community Room
Registration Required
Use the Library's HUGE collection of Lego? building bricks to make your own creation or construct something with a friend. This month we will figure out ways to help our mini-figures go on a ziplining adventure! For kids of all ages.
Read to a Therapy Dog
For kids in First Grade and Up
Registration Required
What do you get when you bring children and dogs and books together? You get happy, confident children who love to read! Each child will be able to read with Rio (Monday Evenings) or Mia (Tuesday Evenings) for 15 minutes inside in the Children’s Area.
RIO:
Rio – Monday, February 6 – 4:30 pm 4:45 pm 5:00 pm 5:15 pm
Rio – Monday, February 27 - 4:30 pm 4:45 pm 5:00 pm 5:15 pm
MIA:
Mia – Tuesday, February 7 - 5:00 pm 5:15 pm 5:30 pm 5:45 pm
Mia – Tuesday, February 14 - 5:00 pm 5:15 pm 5:30 pm 5:45 pm
Mia – Tuesday, February 21 - 5:00 pm 5:15 pm 5:30 pm 5:45 pm
Mia – Tuesday, February 28 - 5:00 pm 5:15 pm 5:30 pm 5:45 pm
Teen Services
Teen Council Meeting
Wednesday, February 1, 5:00–6:00 pm
In the Community Room
Registration preferred
This marks the introductory meeting for Brookfield Library's new Teen Council. Enjoy snacks and discuss plans for the Teen Council's future.
Grades 6–12.
Graphic Novel Book Club
Wednesday, February 15, 4:30–5:15 pm
In the Community Room
Registration required
This month we'll read Artie and the Wolf Moon by Olivia Stephens. Copies are available at the Circulation Desk. Grades 6–12.
More about Artie and the Wolf Moon:
After sneaking out one night, teen photographer Artemis "Artie" Irvin sees a massive wolf—which promptly shifts back into her mom. Artie is delighted to learn she comes from a long line of werewolves and can finally find out the truth about what happened to her father. As Artie begins to learn about her new supernatural abilities with the help of some family friends, she will come to find out that werewolves aren't the only creatures in the woods.
Intro to Sewing
Thursday, February 16, 6:00–7:45 pm
In the Community Room
Please register here
Come and learn the basics of sewing (and make your own needle book to take home!) with Dawn Zillich.
No experience required. All materials provided.
Grades 6–12.
Build-Your-Own African American History Sticker Book
Thursday, February 23
4:30–5:45 pm
Community Room
Registration required
Kids will participate in an interactive and fun "test-your-knowledge" family-friendly program where they learn about famous African American figures such as Jackie Robinson, Katherine Johnson and Langston Hughes. The best part: all participants will build their own history book to take home!
Grades 3–8.
Inklings: A Teen Writers Group
Monday, February 27, 4:30–6 pm
In the Community Room
Registration required
Come and work on a project, do writing exercises, and hear from other teen writers.
Grades 6–12.
Technology & Craft Classes
Intro to Excel Series
Begins February 8
Wednesdays February 8–March 8 at 3:00 pm
Excel is a spreadsheet program that helps you manage mathematical information. Once you begin to understand the basics, you will find it is an easy and fun application to use. For example, you can use Excel to budget your personal finances and keep track of your investments. You can also use Excel to follow loan repayments, compare different mortgages, create invoices and more. Prior experience with the computer and an understanding of the Windows operating system is recommended.
This is a 5-session course that will be held on February 8, 15, 22, March 1, & 8. It is expected that you will make every attempt to attend each class, since we will be building on the previous week's class.
Registration is required. You only need to register for the first class to be registered for all class dates.
Sewing Class: Utensil Roll
Monday, February 27, 2:30–4:00 pm OR 6:15–7:45 pm
Say goodbye to single-use plastic silverware and straws by bringing your own in a handy carrier!
Space limited, registration is required.
If you are bringing your own fabric, we will be in touch before the class about the size you will need.
New Resource for Jobseekers
Designed to support every step of the job search process, JobNow features live, online coaches who assist with resumes, cover letters, and preparation for job interviews. Job coaches also help users strategically target jobs best suited to their interests and qualifications. The Adult Learning Center provides foundational, career-enhancing skills to job seekers, and also offers test preparation and an academic skills center with live, online tutors.
Fine Policy
As you may know, The Brookfield Library recently became fine-free for most of the items patrons are able to borrow. Overdue fines are still charged for museum passes, hotspots, STEAM kits, and Early Literacy backpacks. Please consult Policy 200: Circulation of Library Materials for details regarding borrowing and fines. If you have an overdue item, please make every effort to return it as soon as possible. Any items can be returned in the outside book drop. Please note that some libraries are charging fines for all items; these fines will appear on your account for returned overdue items.
You may also log in to your account to see if any checked out items are able to be renewed.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Get Involved!
The Friends of The Brookfield Library (FOBL) will be meeting on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, at 6:30 pm in the Community Room.
If you would like more information on what the Friends do, or would like to join this great group, please contact Georgette May at [email protected].
The Library Board of Trustees will be meeting on Wednesday, February 22 at 7:00 pm in the Community Room.
Please join us for any of the above meetings!