'Best Friends Forever' author in Lincolnshire
• Meet author Linda Himelstein as she discusses and signs copies of her book, "The King of Vodka: The Story of Pyotr Smirnov & the Upheaval of An Empire," at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 19, at Centuries & Sleuths, 7419 W. Madison St., Forest Park. (708) 771-7243.
• Oscar-winning actor Ernest Borgnine signs copies of his book, "Ernie: The Autobiography," at 7 p.m. Monday, July 20, at Borders, 830 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago. (312) 573-0564.
• Best-selling author Jennifer Weiner discusses her new book, "Best Friends Forever," from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, July 20, in the performing arts center at Stevenson High School, 1 Stevenson Drive, Lincolnshire. The event is sponsored by the Vernon Area Public Library District. Registration is required. Call (847) 634-3650 or see vapld.info.