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.

Dec. 9

Book It: 3 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, Round Lake Area Public Library, 906 Hart Road, Round Lake. Discuss "A Christmas Beginning" by Anne Perry. For details, call (847) 546-7060 or (847) 546-7064 (TDD), or visit rlalibrary.org.

Dec. 10

Carol Aebersold: 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10, G. Whiz, 724 W. Northwest Hwy., Barrington: Meet children's book author Carol Aebersold as she signs copies of her children's book "The Elf on the Shelf." (847) 304-0255.

Internet for Beginners: 1 p.m. Wednesdays, Dec. 10 and Jan. 14, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave. An instructive lesson on basic Internet searching. To register, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

Dec. 11

Teen Writing Workshop: 4-5:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Get creative writing ideas and brush up on writing skills. Registration is required. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Hands-On Genealogy: 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. This hands-on session will search genealogical records of comedian Jack Benny. For information, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

Twisted Stitches: 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, Wauconda Area Public Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Bring knitting and crocheting supplies for some crafts at the library. There is no charge, but registration is required. For information, call (847) 526-6225, or visit wauclib.org.

Dec. 13

Train Run and Book Sale: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, and 1-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. The North Central O'Gaugers Model Railroad Club will hold its annual Holiday Wonderland Train Run and Display. At the same time, the Friends of Fremont Library will hold a special holiday book sale in space adjacent to the train display. There will be holiday treats and activities for all ages. For details, call (847) 918-3225 or visit fremontlibrary.org.

A Night in Bethlehem: 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Dec. 13, St. John Lutheran Church, 405 W. State Road (Route 176), Island Lake. Families can experience what daily life was like when Jesus was born. including a weaving shop, bakery, carpentry shop, stone mason and activities for children of all ages. There is no cost but registration is required. Call (847) 526-7614.

Social Dance Class: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, Mundelein Community Center, 1401 N. Midlothian, Mundelein. Learn to dance with a partner and perform the two-step, cha cha and swing dancing. Cost is $15 per person or $25 per couple. For information or to register, call (847) 566-0650 or visit mundeleinparks.org.

Adult Book Discussion: 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Discuss "Dream When You're Feeling Blue," by Elizabeth Berg. Refreshments are served, and new members or visitors are always welcome. To register, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

Dec. 14

JUF Book Buddies: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, Barnes & Noble, 720 Hawthorn Center, Vernon Hills. Learn about Hanukkah through art projects, storytime and songs with other area families. For families with children ages 5 and under. To sign up, call Abby Halper, at (312) 444-2844, or e-mail bookbuddies@juf.org.

Dec. 18

Teen Book Discussion Club: 4-5:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18, Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Join other teens and discuss the book "Twilight," by Stephenie Meyer. The book will be provided at time of registration. Registration is required. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Dec. 20

Teen Group: 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20, Round Lake Area Public Library, 906 Hart Road, Round Lake. Discus "Twisted" by Laurie Halse Anderson. For details, call (847) 546-7060 or (847) 546-7064 (TDD), or visit rlalibrary.org.

Dec. 22

Benjamin Franklin: 1-2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 22, Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Kindergartners through fifth-graders can listen to "Benjamin Franklin" share what life was like for him and how his inventions came about. Registration is required. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Jan. 8

Lakes Literary League: 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. All writers, published or not, are encouraged to attend, and even bring writing to share. Drop off and pick up copies of writing at the Adult Reference Desk. To register, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

Jan. 16

Astronomy Nights: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Jan. 16 and Feb. 20, Volo Bog State Natural Area, 28478 W. Brandenburg Road, Ingleside. The Lake County Astronomical Society meets the third Friday of each month except December. 7:30 p.m. business meeting is followed by an indoor presentation at 8:30 p.m. and viewing if skies are clear about 9:30 p.m. For information, call (815) 344-1294.

Feb. 20

Astronomy Nights: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20, Volo Bog State Natural Area, 28478 W. Brandenburg Road, Ingleside. The Lake County Astronomical Society meets the third Friday of each month except December. 7:30 p.m. business meeting is followed by an indoor presentation at 8:30 p.m. and viewing if skies are clear about 9:30 p.m. For information, call (815) 344-1294.

Ongoing

Lincoln-Douglas Debates exhibit: On display through Dec. 31, Indian Trails Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. "Confronting Democracy's Boundaries - The Lincoln Douglas Debates" will highlight the 1858 series of seven debates. For information, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Keep 'Em Flying: Through Jan. 4, Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 N. Forest Preserve Drive, Wauconda. "Keep 'Em Flying: How the Homefront Helped the Frontlines," an exhibition of postcards, photographs, uniforms, Civil Defense booklets and wedding dresses from the World War II era, illustrating America's role in the war. (847) 968-3400 or lakecountydiscoverymuseum.org.