Books and enrichment

Events related to books and those that enrich your mind, such as book signings, book club events, book sales, writers' group events, lectures, speakers, classes, forums and discussions. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.

Oct. 21

Understanding real estate taxes: 7:30 to 9 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21 at Fifth Third Bank, 3 Nelson C White Parkway, Mundelein. The program is offered by Green Oaks Libertyville Mundelein Vernon Hills Chamber of Commerce Networking group. There is no fee, and the class is open to chamber members and nonmembers. Reserve a spot by contacting Florene Darr at fdarr1017@aol.com or call (847) 949-7100 ext. 61.

Mining the National Archives: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 East Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Explore some of the lesser known holdings of the National Archives at the Great Lakes Region and in Washington, D.C. To register, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

Green Design Seminar: 9-10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, Chelle Design Group, Ltd., 1013 W. Park Ave., Libertyville. Learn how to incorporate eco-friendly design into daily life. Includes continental breakfast. Free. Call (847) 816-6300 or visit chelledesign.com.

Life Skills for a Fit Life: 3:30-5 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Oct. 21 through Dec. 11, Mundelein Community Center, 1401 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Program seeks to give students in grades 6-8 practical ways to think smart in their lives, for safety, drug awareness, nutrition and healthy eating, and creating a positive self-image. $38 for Mundelein residents, $58 for nonresidents. For information or to register, call (847) 566-0650.

Oct. 22

An Evening with President and Mrs. Lincoln: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Max and Donna Daniels portray the Lincolns in a one-act play. To register call (847) 918-3225 or visit fremontlibrary.org.

Foreign Policy and Presidential Campaign Program: 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Lecture followed by questions and discussion. Register for this free program at the Information Desk, infodesk@eapl.org or eapl.org.

Deep Ocean Adventure: 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Journey into the deep abyss of the ocean through a slide show and video. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

Magnificent Munich: Noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Al Popowits will take guests on a virtual tour of Munich. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

Oct. 23

Meal Planning: Register by Tuesday, Oct. 23, for class from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov 6, Grayslake Park District Rec Center, 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake. Hands-on evening of meal planning. The group will brainstorm and plan each participant's meals for the next two weeks, meeting each family's individual needs. Cost is $15 for Grayslake Park District residents, $20 for nonresidents. For information, call (847) 223-7529.

Genealogy program: 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 23, Meeting Room of the Cook Park Library, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. In "You're Not in Kansas Anymore: Essential Resources for Urban-Area Research," learn to understand migration patterns, community areas, and certain records for successful urban genealogy research. To register, visit the library, call (847) 362-2330 or visit webres.cooklib.org.

Hypermiling: 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Discuss the how's and whys of "hypermiling" to improve fuel efficiency when driving. To register, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

North Korea and the U.S.: 2-4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, room T117, College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. Examine the origins of the North Korean political system, the reasons for its isolationism and the nuclear standoff between the U.S. and North Korea. Free workshop. For information, contact Dr. Li-hua Yu at (847) 543-2741 or lyu@clcillinois.edu.

College Expo: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, Physical Education Center, Building 7, College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. High school students and their parents can learn about nearly 150 colleges and universities. Information sessions on financial aid will be held from 6:30-7 p.m. and 7:15-7:45 p.m. For information, call (847) 543-2090 or visit www.clcillinois.edu.

Oct. 26

Diwali Festival: 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Yoga demonstration, drop-in craft and henna tattoos, and a tasting of traditional Indian food. Registration required. Visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org or call (847) 459-4100.

JUF Book Buddies: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 26, Barnes & Noble, 720 Hawthorne Center, Vernon Hills. Learn about Sukkot, a Jewish fall festival, through art projects, storytime and songs for families with children from 0-5. Free. To RSVP, contact Abby Halper at (312) 444-2844 or bookbuddies@juf.org.

Oct. 28

Afternoon Spanish: 4:30-5:15 p.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 28 to Dec. 2. Lindenhurst Park District, 2200 E. Grass Lake Road, Lindenhurst. Introduction to Spanish for ages 3 -6, with fun activities and entertainment. The fee is $64 for Lindnehurst Park District residents and $73 for nonresidents. For information, call (847) 356-6011.

BookMarkers Book Discussion: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. "A Spot of Bother" by Mark Haddon will be discussed. Copies of the book are available at the library. For information, call (847) 918-3225.

Historical Review of Japan: 2:30-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28, room T232, College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. Japan and its relationships with neighboring countries, plus an overview of current social and cultural trends. Free workshop. For information, contact Dr. Li-hua Yu at (847) 543-2741 or lyu@clcillinois.edu.

Oct. 29

Reading and Talking: 10 a.m., Wednesdays, Oct. 29 and Nov. 5 and 19, Cook Park Library, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Read in English and practice English conversation skills. For information, call (847) 362-2330, or visit cooklib.org.

Nov. 8

Adult Book Discussion: 10 a.m. the second Saturday of each month, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave. Books are available at the Circulation Desk the month before the discussion. Discuss "The Bookseller of Kabul" by Asne Seierstad on Nov. 8. For information, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.