Enrichment

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September Computer Programs: Registration for the Mount Prospect Library's September computer programs continues through August. The slate of computer programs will help patrons sharpen their Internet and e-mail usage skills, create documents with Microsoft Word, and provide an introduction to computers for novice users. Space is limited for each program. Visit www.mppl.org/events or call (847) 253-5675.

Making the Most of Your Digital Photographs: 7:30 p.m. Aug. 19; Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Learn more about the features and functionality of digital cameras, how to save photographs to a computer, and e-mail pictures. To register, visit www.mppl.org/events or call (847) 253-5675.

Letters from the Oregon Trail: Noon to 1 p.m. Aug. 20, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Storyteller Paddy Lynn will tell the historically accurate story of life on the trail told through one woman's letters written home to her mother. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit www.vapld.info.

Word 2007 Basics II: 2:30 p.m. Aug. 20, Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway, Barrington. Format longer Word documents successfully. Alignment, margins, indentation, tabs, page breaks, numbering and printing envelopes are covered. Mouse skills and some familiarity with Word required. Registration required, www.barringtonarealibrary.org or call (847) 382-1300.

Customizing Your Computer: 10 a.m. Aug. 20, Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway, Barrington. Add personality to your computer. Change your home page, desktop, background and screen saver, organize your Favorites. Mouse skills and familiarity with Internet required. Register at www.barringtonarealibrary.org or call (847) 382-1300.

Excel 2007 Basics II: 7 p.m. Aug. 20, Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway, Barrington. Apply basic formulas within a spreadsheet, construct and modify graphs and charts, use advanced formatting. Mouse skills and experience with Excel required. Prior enrollment in Office 2007 Basics recommended. Register at www.barringtonarealibrary.org or call (847) 382-1300.

Muslims 101: 2-3:30 p.m. Aug. 23, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Asra Yousufuddin will discuss the basics of Islam and Muslims in this program. Topics to be addressed include vocabulary, religion, people, places, art, music and other topics. Registration is required. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Current events discussion: 9:15-10:15 a.m. Aug. 24, Countryside Unitarian Universalist Church, 1025 N. Smith Road, Palatine. Topic: To be determined by participants during the prior week. Weekly, moderated, current events discussions. New participants may request future e-mail information of suggested readings. Open to the public. Free. (847) 359-8440.

Computer/Internet classes: 10-11:30 a.m. Aug. 25 and 6:30-8 p.m. Aug. 27; Des Plaines Library, 1501 Ellinwood St.

Poetic License: 7:30-9 p.m. Aug. 27, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Writer's group specifically for poets. Share creative ideas, learn about publishing markets, engage in writing exercises and read poems aloud. Registration is required. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Taste of Tech: 6 p.m. Aug. 27, Harper College Professional Center, 650 W. Higgins Road, suite 9 South, Schaumburg. Annual fall tech night will give IT professionals the scoop on the latest hot trends and technologies and an opportunity for individuals who want to learn more about computers and emerging technologies and pursue a career. Free event includes seminars, networking opportunities, information on Harper's certificate programs and details on college funding and employment options. Reserve a seat by e-mailing tech@harpercollege.edu or call (847) 925-6066.