Networking

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Real Estate Seminar: 7-9 p.m. July 16, RE/MAX Unlimited Northwest, 1 Bank Plaza, Suite 103, Lake Zurich. Information and tips on buying a house in today's market presented by Cherie Smith Zurek. RSVP to remaxcsz@aol.com, (847) 438-1919 or (847) 438-6200.

Paralegal studies information sessions: 10-11 a.m. or 7-8 p.m. July 16, 9-10 a.m. Aug. 16 or 7-8 p.m. Aug. 19, room T 130, College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. Learn about the paralegal profession, the job outlook and CLC's paralegal certificate and Associate in Applied Science degree. For information, call the Business Division at (847) 543-2041 or visit www.clcillinois.edu.credit/programs/pls.asp.

Meet James Rollins: 1 p.m. July 16, Warren-Newport Public Library, 224 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee. Author James Rollins is touring with his latest work, "The Last Oracle." He also wrote the novelization of "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" and numerous historical suspense thrillers, and is also a practicing veterinarian. There is no charge to attend, but reservations are required. Call (847) 244-5150 or visit www.wnpl.info.

Friends of the Library: 7 p.m. July 17, McHenry Public Library, 809 Front St., McHenry. Friends of the McHenry Public Library meeting. For information or to register, call (815) 385-0036 or go to www.mchenrylibrary.org.

Friends of LVDL: 5:30 p.m. July 17, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. The Friends of the Lake Villa District Library will meet. All are welcome to attend. To register or for information, call (847) 356-7711 or visit at www.lvdl.org.

District 127 Board of Education meeting: 7 p.m. July 17, Grayslake Central High School, 400 North Lake St., Grayslake, Room 1850. (847) 986-3400.

Practical Household Budgeting: 6:30-9 p.m., July 21, Round Lake Sports Center Room C, 2004 Municipal Drive Way, Round Lake Beach. Workshop will provide a step-by-step approach to creating and following a personal household budget. Bring a list of household expenses, incomes and a calculator to class. Participants will each receive a text book and materials at class time. For ages 18 and up. $50 per person, $55 per couple. For information, call (847) 546-8558 or visit www.rlapd.org.

Writer's Group: 6:30-8:30 p.m. July 21, Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. Connect with other writers at monthly information and critique meetings. Pick up copies of writings submitted for the next meeting at the Adult Reference Desk. No registration required. For information, call (847) 223-5313.

Rich Garling reception: 5-7:30 p.m. July 22, Dock's Bar & Grill, 313 E. Liberty St., Wauconda. A fundraiser will be held for 52nd District Democratic State Representative candidate Rich Garling. For information, visit www.garling4rep.com.

Customer Service: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 23, College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. "STAR Customer Service - Keep Your Customers Coming Back." A CLC Lunch and Learn session. $30 per person, which includes a participant guide, lunch and beverage. To register, call (847) 543-2615 or visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu.

ISO 9000 Certification Breakfast: 8-10 a.m. July 23, room V122, College of Lake County Southlake Campus, 1120 S. Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills. Companies can learn how to start the process for ISO 9000 Certification. To register for the complimentary ISO overview and breakfast, call (847) 543-2615 or visit wpdi.clcillinois.edu.

Executive Coach at Lake Zurich Rotary: 12:15 p.m. July 25, Gino's East, 561 W. Route 22, Lake Zurich. Business adviser Mark Ernst of Ernst Enterprises will speak to the Lake Zurich Rotary on "Executive Coaching: When It's Useful and When It's a Waste of Time." For information, visit www.lakezurichrotary.org.

Getting There Is Half The Fun: 7-9 p.m. July 26, Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Welcome local artist and architect John Green, owner of Groundworks, Ltd. and Green Ink Art Gallery in Buffalo Grove. Enjoy champagne and a chocolate reception as Green shares stories of his travels along with many of his works. $25 per person. For more information, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

St. Hubert Job & Networking Ministry: 11 a.m.-noon July 26, Village Presbyterian Church, 1300 Shermer Road, Northbrook. "Hiring from the HR Perspective" will be the topic under discussion. Informal networking available from 11 a.m.-noon. For information, call Bob at (847) 925-6005.