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Books and enrichment

Posted January 19, 2009 10:00 pm

Daily Herald Staff Report

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.

Jan. 20

Kosher Cooking: 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 20 through March 3, Congregation Beth Judea Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. Discuss topics relating to kosher food, and prepare a dish each week reflecting the weekly topic. For information, call (847) 634-0777.

What's in a Name?: 10:15 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 20, Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. Learn the origins of place names in Lake County. Registration is required. Contact the library in person, at (847) 223-5313 or at grayslake.info.

Saving and Investing in Turbulent Times: 1:30 p.m. or 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20, University of Illinois Extension, 100 S. Highway 45, Grayslake. A statewide teleconference seminar with campus-based professors and educators to help answer questions regarding what to do with money in today's market. For information, visit web.extension.uiuc.edu/state/calendar.cfm or call (847) 223-8627.

Irving Berlin series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 20 and 27, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Multimedia presentations explore the 101-year life of Irving Berlin. Upcoming events include "Amidst war, the writing of 'White Christmas.'" on Jan. 20 and "The writing of 'Annie Get Your Gun' and the birth of a recluse" on Jan. 27. Registration is required. For details, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

ADHD Roundtable: 6:30-8 p.m. Jan. 20 and Feb. 17, Warren Township Youth and Family Services, 17801 W. Washington St., Gurnee. Monthly group for parents of children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. The Jan. 20 meeting, "Encouraging for Success," will focus on some specific ways in which parents can use their relationship to redirect misbehavior and promote responsible choices. The Feb. 17 presentation, "An Introduction to Cogmed Working Memory Training program," will introduce parents to an interactive computer program designed to enhance a child's attention. To reserve a space or for information, visit warrentownship.net or call (847) 244-1101, ext. 401.

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.

Jan. 21

Digital Photo Organizing: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Deb Kvien of Creative Memories will demonstrate how to create custom photo books, page prints, cards and more. A digital organizing product will be given away. For details, call (847) 918-3225 or visit fremontlibrary.org.

Leading with Emotional Intelligence: 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. Participants will learn how to use "Emotional Intelligence" to enhance leadership abilities. The is $30 per person, which includes participant guide, lunch and beverage. To register, call (847) 543-2615.

eBay Advanced Selling Features: Noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Learn about eBay's advanced features and new services. Registration is required and is limited to Ela Library patrons and Lake Zurich Area Chamber of Commerce members. A free lunch will be provided. To register, call (847) 438-3433, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or visit eapl.org.

Eleanor Roosevelt: Noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Dramatist Roberta Randall will present look at Eleanor Roosevelt's life. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

Astronomy and the Winter Sky: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Learn about the winter sky in this informative program presented by Greg Lopatka from. View slides from the Space Shuttle and see what repairs are being done to the Hubble Telescope. Weather permitting, get a chance to view the current sky. Telescopes welcome. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

Ultimate Diet Makeover: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, Wauconda Area Public Library, 801 N. Main St. Wauconda. A registered dietitian will speak about ways to reach dieting goals in 2009. The program is free but registration is required. For information or to register, call (847) 526-6225 or visit wauclib.org.

Novel Thoughts: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Grades 4-6 can discuss "Room One" by Andrew Clements. For information or to register, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

Jan. 22

Russell Lissau: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, Barnes and Noble, 20600 N. Rand Road, Deer Park. Meet comic book author Russell Lissau as he discusses and signs copies of his comic books at. Lissau is the author of the comic "The Batman Strikes." (847) 438-7444.

The Cassini-Huygens Mission to Saturn: 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Kick off the International Year of Astronomy with NASA JPL Solar System Ambassador John Vittallo and explore the rings, ice moons and planetary environment of Saturn. For all ages. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

Digital TV Transition: 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. A representative from Radio Shack will explain the transition to digital TV and help answer questions. Registration is required. Contact the library in person, at (847) 223-5313 or at grayslake.info.

Writing it Out: 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Practical information on journal-keeping, the therapeutic benefits of the writing process and more. For information or to register, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

Jan. 23

Winter Book Sale: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, and noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. The Friends of Ela Library will hold their winter book sales. Friday is open to members only. Members receive 10 percent off on Saturday. Remaining books will be sold for $5 a bag Sunday. Due to the popularity of the Friday sale, numbers to determine entry order will be given out beginning at 4 p.m. on Jan. 23; patrons may begin lining up for entry into the sale at 5:30 p.m. For information, call (847) 438-3433, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or visit eapl.org.

Jan. 24

Parenting 101: 9-11:30 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 24, Woodland Primary School, 17366 W. Gages Lake Road, Gages Lake. Free parenting workshop. To attend, call (847) 984-8700.

Book signing: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, Elly's Pancake House, 435 Townline Road, Mundelein. Author Peter Colman will hold a book signing for his autobiographical novel, "Father of the Man: a Journey Toward Reconciliation." For information, call (847) 837-8100.

Letters from the Oregon Trail: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, Reed Turner Woodland, 3849 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove. Two actresses will recreate one family's journey westward in 1853 through demonstrations and audience participation. Cost is $30 for a family of four and $8 for each additional person. To register, call (847) 438-4743.

Organizing for the Home: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Learn to organize in the home with "The Clutter Coach." For information or to register, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

Jan. 27

BookMarkers: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. "Tales of a Shaman's Apprentice" by Mark Plotkin will be discussed. This discussion will be led by professors from the College of Lake County and McHenry County College as a prelude to a visit by the author at CLC on March 10. For details, call (847) 918-3225 or visit fremontlibrary.org.

Irving Berlin series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 27, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Multimedia presentations explore the 101-year life of Irving Berlin. The series concludes with "The writing of 'Annie Get Your Gun' and the birth of a recluse." Registration is required. For details, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Jan. 28

Evening Book Discussion Group: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, Cook Park Library, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. A former climber builds schools in Pakistan and Afghanistan in Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin's "Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Fight Terrorism and Build Nations - One School at a Time." The Evening Book Discussion Group will discuss the nonfiction novel. For information or to register, call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

Jan. 29

Cooking Moroccan: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Chef David Esau will cook up a Moroccan meal. Recipes and tasting are included. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

Feb. 1

A Modern-Day Soldier: 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 1, Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 N. Forest Preserve Road, Wauconda. Sgt. First Class Leo A. Levesque III will draw upon his personal experiences to help illustrate what life is like for today's soldiers. Cost is $6 for adults and $2.50 for youth ages four to 17. Price includes museum admission. Registration is required. Register online at LCFPD.org or call (847) 968-3321.

Feb. 3

Author visit: 7-8:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 3, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Robert Renteria, author of "From the Barrio to the Boardroom," will share secrets to success, his own personal struggles growing up and his commitment to inspire youth to avoid the pitfalls and make better choices to lead a productive life. For details, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Feb. 6

Overview of Project Management: 8 a.m. to noon on Friday, Feb. 6, College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. "Overview of Project Management: Why Does It Matter?" is designed to help participants understand what project management is and how it can benefit an organization. The cost is $79 per person, which includes course materials and a continental breakfast. To register, call (847) 543-2615.

Feb. 11

Coaching for Performance: 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, College of Lake County Southlake Campus, 1120 S. Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills. Participants will learn how to improve employee performance through coaching. The is $30 per person, which includes participant guide, lunch and beverage. To register, call (847) 543-2615.

Writer's Support Group: 6:30-8:45 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. The group offer writers, published or not, an opportunity to critique each others' work and share ideas and techniques. Registration is not required. For information, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

Feb. 13

Senior Connections: 10:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 13, Regent Center, 1200 Regent Drive, Mundelein. "1776" by David McCullough will be discussed.

Feb. 14

Manage Your Career: 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 14; or 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 12. Grayslake Park District Rec Center, 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake. The course is intended to help participants develop insight into which career direction to pursue and develop a -formulated career plan. For adults ages 16 and up. Cost is $26 for Grayslake residents, $33 for nonresidents. For information and to register, call (847) 223-7529.

Of Bogs and Books: 10-11:30 a.m., the second Saturday of each month, Volo Bog State Natural Area, 28478 W. Brandenburg Road, Ingleside. Adults share morning coffee and snacks over a discussion of nature, science and environmental readings. On Feb. 14, discuss "Where the Wild Things Were: Life, Death, and Ecological Wreckage in a Land of Vanishing Predators" by William Stolzenburg. Reservations are requested but drop-ins are welcome. Call (815) 344-1294.

Feb. 20

Feb. 24

Sign Language: 8:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays Feb. 24 to April 7 (no class March 31), Grayslake Park District Rec Center, 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake. Participants will learn vocabulary and Signed English sentence structure through games, stories and more. For teens and adults ages 12 and up. Cost is $53 for Grayslake Park District residents, $66 for nonresidents. For information, call (847) 223-7529.

March 2

Relax and Read to Rover: 5-6:30 p.m., Mondays through March 2, Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Children in grades 1-6 are invited to bring their favorite books and read to a certified therapy dog. Each session will last 20 minutes. Registration is required. For more information, call the Children's Services at (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.

Ongoing

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. For information, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

Junior Woman's Club Scholarship: The Libertyville Junior Woman's Club is accepting applications for the 2009 Outstanding Female Student Award valued at $1,500. Applications are available at Cook Memorial Library, Libertyville High School, Vernon Hills High School and Carmel High School. The award will be presented to a female high school senior attending one of those schools, to be applied toward tuition, books or other educational expenses. Applications must be returned by Jan. 30. For information, call Debbie Springgate, at (847) 337-2029. For information about the Libertyville Junior Woman's Club, call Sue Behringer, at (847) 736-8665.

Working Mom Scholarship: The Libertyville Junior Woman's Club is accepting applications for the 2009 Outstanding Working Mom Scholarship. This $1500 award will be presented to a mother who resides in Lake County, is currently employed, and is enrolled in a 2- or 4- year college program, to be applied toward tuition, books or other educational expenses. Applications are available at The College of Lake County, Robert Morris College, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science and Cook Memorial Library in Libertyville. Applications must be returned by Jan. 30. For information, call Debbie Springgate, at (847) 337-2029. For information about the Libertyville Junior Woman's Club, call Sue Behringer, at (847) 736-8665.