Northwest suburban books and enrichment
Events related to books and events that enrich your mind, such as book signings, book club events, book sales, writers' group events, lectures, speakers, classes, forums and discussions. Deadline is two weeks before event date.
Start your job search at AHML: Business librarians Jason Kuhl and Barb Vlk man the Jobs Desk at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave., weekdays from 1-4 p.m. to help residents start their job search at the library. Register for free weekday job programs like networking and resume review at ahml.info or stop by the Answer Center on the library's first floor. (847) 392-0100
May 5
Corporate Volunteerism 201: 9 a.m.-noon Tuesday, May 5, Forest View Educatio Center, 2121 S. Goebbert Road, Arlington Heights. Training for nonprofit managers provides insight into corporate initiatives to promote employee volunteerism, community involvement and building relationships with area companies. For information, fees or to register, call (847) 228-1320 or volunteerinfo.net.
Film discussion: 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights. "The Lady Eve," a romantic comedy starring Barbara Stanwyck and Henry Fonda. The movie is followed by refreshments and a discussion.
Pakistan: 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. In honor of the 50th Anniversary and One Book Three Communities World traveler, Bill Helmuth will discuss Pakistan through pictures, culture and memorable impressions. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Writer's Workshop: 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Writers share and critique each others' work. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Finding a Job: 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, May 5, Arlington Heights Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Learn tips and techniques for finding a job in today's environment and learn how the library can help you with your search. (847) 392-0100 or ahml.info
May 6
Atheism discussion: 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 6, at Countryside Unitarian Universalist Church, 1025 N. Smith Road in Palatine. The public is invited, free of charge, to share a discussion about Agnosticism, Humanism and/or Atheism.(847) 359-8440.
Cancer Awareness Forum: 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows. Harnessing Our Positive Energy will present a panel that includes a cancer survivor, an oncologist/cancer surgeon, and representatives from the Wellness Place and the American Cancer Society. Call (847) 259-6050 or visit www.rmlib.org.
Introduction to Microsoft Excel: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 1-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, or 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 7, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Get started with Microsoft Excel. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Lily Pons: 2-3 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Musical historian Jack Diamond will discuss the greatest coloratura soprano of the 20th century. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Managing Your Finances: 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, Arlington Heights Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Bob Podgorski helps job seekers understand budgeting during this time of transition. Free. register at (847) 392-0100 or ahml.info.
May 8
Second Friday Film Series: 7 p.m. Friday, May 8, Countryside Unitarian Universalist Church, 1025 N. Smith Road, Palatine. Thought-provoking documentaries are show and discussed. (847) 359-8440.
May 9
Drop-in Toddler Time: 10 a.m. Saturday, May 9, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. For 2-year olds and their caregivers. (630) 837-2855 of bartlett.lib.il.us
May 12
Evening Book Discussion: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 12, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Read "The Commoner" by John Burnham Schwartz and discuss the book. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
May 13
Stories and More: 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Stories and activities for grades K-two. Registration required, (630) 837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.
Mother Goose and Her Friends: 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 13, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Fast-paced literature program for young children up to first grade. Features nursery rhymes and puppetry. (630)-837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.
Writer's Support Group: 6:30-8:45 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. An opportunity for published or unpublished authors to critique each other's work and share ideas and techniques. Registration is not required. Call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
Memories: Christian Author Patti Lacy will present "Your Life: A Kaleidoscope of Memories" from 7-9 p.m., Wednesday, May 13, in the Adult Classroom of the Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. In this interactive seminar, participants will learn to gather the unique pieces of the past for writing a personal memoir. Lacy is author of "An Irishwoman's Tale," and "What the Bayou Saw." Participants are welcome to enter a drawing for a tote bag full of Irish goodies and an autographed copy of "An Irishwoman's Tale." Limited copies of Lacy's books will be available for purchase and signing, and attendees may bring their own copies to be autographed. To find out more about Lacy, her faith and her books, go online to www.pattilacy.com. Registration for "Your Life: A Kaleidoscope of Memories" is free. To register, call (847) 923-3347.
May 14
Red to Starr: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, May 14, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Schedule a 15 minute appointment to read with a certified therapy dog. Register at (630) 837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us
Adult Book Discussions: Book Discussion: 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 14, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Read "Old Filth" by Jane Gardam and discuss the book. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
Seasonal Savories & Sweets: Rick Petrocelly, founder and owner of the Olive Tap, an olive oil tasting emporium in Long Grove, will welcome Mary Rose Hoover, owner of Cucina Della Rosa in Barrington for "Seasonal Savories & Sweets," a culinary demonstration noon-2:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17. The free drop-in demos will be at the Olive Tap Gourmet Market, 201 Robert Parker Coffin Road, and present ideas for appetizers and desserts for bridal showers, weddings, graduation parties and early summer entertaining. Recipes will be available. (847) 478-8741.
May 17
Spiritual Literacy, Greek Orthodoxy: 2 p.m. Sunday, May 17, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Information on the Greek Orthodox faith will be shared. Greek refreshments will be served. (630)-837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.
May 21
Wedding Fiesta workshop: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, May 21, Prairie Lakes Community Center, 515 E. Thacker St., Des Plaines. two hour seminar teaches Latin and Ballroom dance, the Waltz, Cha Cha and contemporary dance steps. $32-$42. (847) 391-5700 or desplainesparks.org.
May 29
May book discussion: 12:30 p.m. Friday, May 29, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. "Sin in the Second City" by Karen Abbott will be discussed. (630)-837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.
May 31
Beginning genealogy: Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois will host a Beginner's Workshop led by Judy Frazin at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 31, at Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie. This program is designed to help answer the question, "How do I get started researching my family?" jewishgen.org/jgsi or (312) 666-0100.
June 14
Genealogy: Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois proudly welcomes national lecturer and author Beau Sharbrough, who will be presenting "Jewish Research on Footnote.com" and "Automated Search Tools" at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, June 14, at Temple Beth Israel, 3601 W. Dempster St., Skokie. The lecture is free to JGSI Members; the charge for nonmembers is $10 (which can be applied to JGSI membership when you join by July 1, 2009). For more information and to reserve your seat, phone (312) 666-0100 or e-mail rsvp@jgsi.org
Ongoing
1950s House: Open 1-4 p.m. Sundays and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays, April through December; Rolling Meadows Historical Museum, 3100 Central Road, Rolling Meadows. For details, and to schedule tour groups, call (847) 577-7346.
Long Grove Art School: Spoerlein Commons S.C. Suite 209, Arlington Heights and McHenry roads, Buffalo Grove. Class instructions are in oil paint, acrylics, watercolor, and drawing one 2-hour workshop/class for adults in oil on Sundays from 2 to 4 p.m. Four weekly classes are forming with a maximum of six students. Private instruction and open studio time. Four week classes for kids ages 7-12. (847) 634-2920 longgroveartschool.com.