MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Glenview- and Northbrook-area events for Dec. 10-16

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Dec. 10

Can't-Put-It-Down Nonfiction Discussion: Virtually at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, Glencoe Public Library. Join for a discussion of Miles Harvey's "The King of Confidence: A Tale of Utopian Dreamers, Frontier Schemers, True Believers, False Prophets, and the Murder of an American Monarch." Discussion led by Judy Levin. Registration required, visit www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Legend of the Lost Toon with Mark Anderson: Virtually from 4-5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, Glencoe Public Library. For children in grades K-three. Guest artist Mark Anderson returns for another zany cartooning class. Learn to flex your cartoon creativity and draw your own mysterious mummies, dangerous dinosaurs, terrific treasures. Registration required; visit www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Monet and Chicago: Virtually from 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, Glencoe Public Library. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the exciting "Monet and Chicago" exhibition, on display at the Art Institute of Chicago through January 18, 2021. This slide lecture will be presented by Kathryn Kremnitzer, a research associate in European painting and sculpture at the Art Institute. "Monet and Chicago" is the first exhibition to explore Chicago's pioneering connection to the great Impressionist artist. For information, www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Coping with Anxiety and Depression During COVID-19: Virtually from 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, Glenview Public Library. Christina Maxwell from the Anxiety Treatment Center shares strategies for dealing with anxiety and depression during these challenging times. Program presented via Zoom; register at http://bit.ly/GPL-anxiety.

Vintage Holidays: Virtually from 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, Morton Grove Public Library. Take a humorous culinary trip to the past with librarian and cookbook collector Amy Alessio to learn how turkey, pumpkin pie, ham and other holiday foods have been cooked and savored throughout history. Participants will receive recipes to try for their own holiday celebrations. To register, visit mgpl.org/events or call (847) 965-4220.

Guiding Parents and Young Athletes During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Virtually at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, North Suburban YMCA, Northbrook. Young athletes and parents are confronted by unprecedented mental and physical challenges. Illinois Bone and Joint Institute fellowship-trained doctors, Dr. Gregory Portland and Dr. Eric Chehab, along with Athletic Trainer Juliet Barnes, give parents and athletes practical advice. Free, for information, www.nsymca.org.

Step-By-Step Painting: Virtually from 4-5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, Northbrook. Join for a step-by-step guided painting class. Participants will use creativity to paint their own masterpiece from an example provided by the instructor. Fee includes a large canvas, paintbrushes and bottles of paint that will be available for pickup. Additional recommended supplies include a paint smock, old tablecloth, paper plate/paint tray, water cup and hand wipes. Participants in the same household require individual registration. For information, www.nbparks.org.

'Mexican Gothic': Book and Themes Discussion virtually from 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Discussion of "Mexican Gothic." This book involves many iconic gothic themes, but from a new perspective. Since this bestseller will soon be a short series, discussion includes vintage Mexican fashion, art and themes which may be seen on screen. For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Minecraft Mania: Virtually from 4:30-6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Join for some Minecraft fun. No account or experience needed to play. Do a fun activity together organized by the Minecraft Mania team. Registration required. Ages 9-13. For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org.

All Ages Storytime: Virtually at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Singing, dancing, stories and bubbles. All ages with parent/caregiver. For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Marion Mahony Griffin; A Gifted Architect in a Man's World: Virtually from 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, Winnetka Historical Society Museum. This Virtual Presentation by Jan Pavlovic features Marion Mahony, a resident of Winnetka for many years and the first licensed female architect in history. Defying the accepted role of women in the early 20th century, Mahony-Griffin worked as a lead designer for Frank Lloyd Wright and as an equal partner with her husband, Walter Burley Griffin. Learn more about her and the delicate balance she maintained as a professional architect in an era where there were very few opportunities for women in that field. For information, www.winnetkahistory.org.

Dec. 11

Celebrate Hanukkah: 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11. Celebrate Hanukkah with Bnai Chai's havurah on Zoom. Led by Rabbi Jonathan Ginsburg, we will have our Shabbat service in combination with our celebration of the Festival of Lights. Unfortunately, this year latkes and sufganiot are at home. Bnai Chai is a Jewish friendship circle (not a congregation and not affiliated with any formal movement) that meets regularly for services and social gatherings. Contact bnaichi@gmail.com for more information and a Zoom link.

A Beginner's Guide to Virtual D & D: Virtually from 4:15-5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11, Glencoe Public Library. Grades three-seven. Unleash your imagination and enter the world of Dungeons and Dragons. In this Zoom program for beginning players, you'll learn the basics of D & D. What is it? How do we play? Create a character and play through some encounters to find out. Registration required. For information, www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Library Crossing - Trivia Gauntlet: Virtually at 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11, Glencoe Public Library. Grades 4+ can test their knowledge of all things Animal Crossing. The trivia may seem easy, but you'll have to make your way through the Gauntlet to give your answers. Must have Animal Crossing: New Horizons on Nintendo Switch and a Switch Online membership to participate in the Gauntlet, but trivia is open to all through Twitch livestream. For information, www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Mystery Book Group: Virtually from 2-3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11, Glencoe Public Library. Join for a discussion of Daphne du Maurier's "Rebecca." Discussion led by Ann Perks. For information, www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

MGPL After Dark; Stu the Piano Guy: Virtually at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11, Morton Grove Public Library. Enjoy a versatile repertoire of music genres from Frank Sinatra to Bruno Mars and everything in between from singer, songwriter and entertainer Michael "Stu" Stoinski. Attend this livestreaming concert from the comfort of your home where you can chat requests and even sing along. To register, visit mgpl.org/events or call (847)-965-4220.

Cookie Decorating Workshop: Virtually from 7-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11, Wilmette Public Library. Join Kristyn Slick of Making Mealtime Memories for a fun basic cookie decorating class. For information, www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Little Scientists Kits: 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 11, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Grab a kit from the Winnetka Library and enlist your favorite grown-up scientist for a new fun experiment each month. Instructions on the library's YouTube page for you to follow as you learn all about the world of science through fun crafts. Kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Ages 5-8. For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Dec. 12

Vision Board Workshop!: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, Heaven Meets Earth Yoga Studio, 2746 Central St., Evanston. Put on your favorite pj's and prepare for a night out with some incredible women. Yoga, sound healing, vision board making, food and more. $25. For information, www.eventbrite.com/e/130007870039

The Nutcracker by the Royal Ballet: Virtually anytime Saturday, Dec. 12-Sunday, Dec. 13, Glencoe Public Library. Enjoy the Royal Ballet's glorious stage production of "The Nutcracker" with music performed by Royal Opera House Orchestra, recorded live in 2016. This program is a partnership with the Northbrook and Glenview public libraries. Registrants will be emailed the link to view the screening on the morning of Dec. 12. Just one registration per household, please. The performance is 119 minutes long. For information, www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

A Holiday Happening!: Virtually at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12 and Wednesday, Dec. 16, Skokie Theatre. Skokie Theatricals presents an online evening of Hanukkah, Christmas and seasonal music including new songs and old favorites performed by Kevin Wood, Carla Gordon, Sarah Sapperstein, Cindy Firing and Alex Magno with Howard Pfeifer, musical director and Aaron Kaplan, cellist. Tickets are $15. For information, www.skokietheatre.org or (847) 677-7781.

How to Write a Memoir - Writing in Rhythm Online: Virtually from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Good writing is not only lyrical; it also is musical. Learn how to sense the right rhythm of putting words together. What works; and what does not. Use musical syncopation as a writing tool. How does your writing "sound?" How can you make it sound more fluid? For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Dec. 13

Dreidel Disco: Virtually from 4-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13. Jewish United Fund presents Virtual Dreidel Disco on the fourth night of Hanukkah. The cost is $18 per family, which includes admission and a disco party swag bag that will be delivered to all registered families prior to the event. Families will enjoy a live DJ dance party with A-Z entertainment, followed by Drag Queen storytime and a candle lighting. Register: juf.org/yfcelebrates.

Self-Care Sunday: Virtually from 2-3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, Glencoe Public Library. Grades 6-12. Follow along on Twitch as library staff leads some simple self-care activities to help you stay relaxed and centered. For information, www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

The Secret Origins of Sci-Fi Cinema: Virtually at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, Morton Grove Public Library. Discover the little-known history of early science fiction cinema - from the B-movies of the 1930s and '40s through the '50s Hollywood hits like "The Day the Earth Stood Still" and "War of the Worlds," with Blair Davis, professor of Media and Cinema Studies at DePaul University and author of "The Battle for the Bs: 1950s Hollywood and the Rebirth of Low Budget Cinema." To register, visit mgpl.org/events or call (847) 965-4220.

Classical Concert - Allora: Virtually from 3-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, Northbrook Public Library. Emerging from Chicagoland's finest orchestras comes Allora - an ensemble that features harp, violin, cello, and poetry readings in an expression of seasonal joy. Free; advance registration is required. Visit www.northbrook.info/fine-arts-fall.

Drive in Hanukkah Concert with Ben Tatar at 'Z' Frank Apachi: 3 or 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, 'Z' Frank Apachi, 3050 Woodridge Lane, Northbrook. Enjoy candlelighting and Hanukkah songs and a few humorous originals from local musician, Ben Tatar from the safety of your car. Each car will receive a goody bag with Hanukkah themed gifts. $18 per car. Weather permitting. For information, www.jccchicago.org/8nights.

Holiday Hand Lettering: Virtually from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Learn how to hand-letter beautiful and thoughtful holiday cards, gift tags, and decorations with expert Michelle Maurer. For teens and adults. Registration required. For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Learn and Play Chess: Virtually from 3-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Build critical thinking, logic, and memory skills with chess. Expert chess player Ivan Figueredo provides a lesson and supervises play. Registration with licess.org is also recommended as it will be used in the program. Ages 7 and older. For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Dec. 14

Mindfulness for Kids: Virtually from 4-4:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14, Glencoe Public Library. Grades K-five. Find your Zen with Miss Lani from Banner Day Camp, who will teach students some fun, simple, kid-friendly techniques for mindfulness, the practice of being present in the moment. Registration required. For information, www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

My First Yoga & Mini Mindfulness: Virtually from 10-10:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 14, Glencoe Public Library. Ages 3-5. Miss Lani from Banner Day Camp will teach simple mindfulness techniques perfect for little ones. Registration required. For information, www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Balance and Fall Risk Assessments: 9 a.m. to noon Monday, Dec. 14, North Suburban YMCA, 2705 Techny Road, Northbrook. Are you at risk for a fall? Find out by taking a balance and fall risk assessment with Physical Therapists Denise Schwartz and Kevin Harang. Register for your one-on-one assessment. For information, www.nsymca.org.

Business Roundtable: Virtually at 3:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14. Northbrook Chamber of Commerce. Get energized for the workweek ahead by spending a few minutes with your fellow chamber members brainstorming and discussing the challenges and opportunities your business is facing in the COVID-19 world. From marketing to operations, and everything in between, members will help you think through your ideas, share resources and provide the support that you need to persevere. For information, https://northbrookchamber.org.

3D Cookie Cutter Design: Virtually from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14, Wilmette Public Library. Design your own cookie cutter using Tinkercad, a free 3-D design program that runs in your browser or on your iPad. After the program, the library will 3-D print your projects for you to pick up. For information, For information, www.wilmettepark.org.

Cooks and Books!: Virtually from 4-5:15 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Join friends from Sticky Fingers Cooking for a story and cooking lesson based upon that book. This month read "Where the Wild Things Are" by Maurice Sendak and make Mischievous Red Pepper Goulash, Wild Rumpus Buttered Noodles and Green Monster Milkshakes. For ages 5-8. For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Food For Thought Cookbook Book Club; Casual Entertaining: Virtually from 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? Check out one of the spotlighted cookbooks, try some recipes and discuss over Zoom. This month's selection: "Casual Entertaining See You on Sunday: A Cookbook for Family and Friends" by Sam Sifton; "Open Kitchen: Inspired Food for Casual Gatherings" by Susan Spungen"; and "Cooking for Friends" by Terry Edwards and George Craig. For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Dec. 15

Family Storytime: Virtually at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, Glencoe Public Library. Share stories, songs, and smiles during this interactive storytime. Registration required. For information, www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

D & D: Advanced Campaign: Virtually from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, Glencoe Public Library. Grades 5 and up. Put on your robe and wizard hat. Dungeons and Dragons veterans have an ongoing campaign on Discord, and want you to join. For information, www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Great Authors, Great Articles - Elif Batuman: Virtually at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, Skokie Public Library. Discuss Elif Batuman's article, "Japan's Rent-a-Family Industry," an investigation into the remarkable Japanese rent-a-family industry. Drawing on interviews with participants in this popular business, Batuman reveals insights into the importance of human relationships and raises thought-provoking questions about what it means to form romantic and familial bonds. Read "Japan's Rent-a-Family Industry" available from The New Yorker. For information, https://skokielibrary.info.

Lunch & Learn; "Saving Free Speech ... from Itself": Virtually at noon Tuesday, Dec. 15, Illinois Holocaust Museum, Skokie. Join noted essayist, novelist, law professor and child of Holocaust survivors Thane Rosenbaum, as he takes on the cultural lightning rod of free speech as he confronts the confusions and contradictions around free speech, examining what is at the heart of this 21st-century debate. Free; registration required at http://ihm.ec/events.

Neighbor Chat: Virtually from 2-3 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, Wilmette Public Library. Join your neighbors for an informal chat on Zoom. Grab a cup of coffee or tea and join to discuss book or movie recommendations, show your pet or tell about your latest hobby. For information, www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Royal Tea Party Storytime: Virtually from 3:30-4:15 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, Wilmette Public Library. You are invited to tea with your librarians. Decorate your "teacup" and crown, and serve up your favorite snack. Costumes are encouraged but not necessary. Siblings welcome. For information, www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Cozy Stories: Virtually from 4-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Make some hot cocoa, grab a fluffy blanket, and listen to some winter stories. Cozy story kits can be picked up at the Youth Services Desk at the Winnetka Library after you register. For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Bedtime Stories: Virtually from 6:30-7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Join for some of favorite bedtime stories, songs, and rhymes - pajamas and stuffed animals welcome. For ages 0-5 with parent or caregiver. For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Family Science; Leak Proof Bag: Tuesday, Dec. 15, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. There's no way to poke holes in a plastic bag filled with water without making a mess, right? Are you sure? All registrants may pickup a project kit from the Winnetka Library starting Dec. 15. Watch the experiment on the library's YouTube page and then try it yourself. For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Dec. 16

Leslie Goddard as Suffragist Alice Paul: Virtually from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, Glencoe Public Library. Alice Paul was one of the lead strategists in the fight to win votes for American women. Historical interpreter Leslie Goddard will take you back to the 1910s to meet Alice Paul when she was at the peak of her suffragist efforts. This program commemorates the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th amendment. This program will be recorded and available for two weeks following the event. If you wish to view the recording, you can find it on the library's YouTube channel through Dec. 31. For information, www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Dragons; Return of the Ice Sorceress: Virtually at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, Northbrook Public Library. Kids in grades K-five are invited to explore the science of dry ice in this fun, fantasy, virtual adventure. Advance registration is required. For information, For information, www.northbrook.info.

Park Board of Commissioners Meeting: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, Northbrook Leisure Center, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. For information, www.nbparks.org

Business for Breakfast: Virtually at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce. Expand your network of business contacts and generate new business leads. To ensure your name is on the registration list, please register 24 hours in advance. $12. For information, https://winnetkanorthfieldchamber.com.

Bright Beginnings: Virtually at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Listen to stories and songs with your baby to help their love of language grow. Intended for ages 0-18 months with parent/caregiver. For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Full STEAM Ahead!: Virtually from 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Learn all about STEAM. Do a simple, fun experiment with items found around the house, and learn the science behind why it works. Pick up a craft kit from the Winnetka Library one week before the event. Ages 5-8. Registration required. For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Walk and Talk - Skokie Lagoons: 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Dec. 16, Erickson Woods, Willow Road, east of I-94/Edens Expressway, Winnetka. Head outdoors, learn about your local forest preserves, and explore the Skokie Lagoons in this walk and talk series (under 2 miles). Must register, at www.eventbrite.com/e/127817179625.