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Ongoing

'Frankenstein': Runs Through Nov. 6, at Oil Lamp Theater, 1723 Glenview Road, Glenview. In this new adaptation of Mary Shelley's classic gothic tale, "Frankenstein" tells the story of gifted scientist Victor Frankenstein, who succeeds in giving life to a being of his own creation. However, this is not the perfect specimen he imagines that it will be, but rather a hideous creature who is rejected by Victor and mankind in general. For ages 11 and older. For information, glenviewpl.org.

'Camelot': Runs Thursday, Oct. 20 through Nov. 13, at North Theatre at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. Join as Music Theater Works recounts the enduring legend of King Arthur, Guenevere, Lancelot and the Knights of the Round Table in Lerner and Loewe's "Camelot." Based on T.H. White's novel, "The Once and Future King," this Broadway classic is a four-time Tony Award-winner packed with chivalry, passion, pageantry and betrayal. For information, https://northshorecenter.org/event/camelot/2022-10-20.

Oct. 27

Family Storytime: 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Singing, dancing, stories and bubbles for ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available Oct. 27, at the Youth Services desk, on a first-come, first-served basis. For information, (847) 446-7220 winnetkalibrary.org.

Family Storytime: 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Stories, songs and fun with the Youth Services librarians. Drop in. For information, (847) 729-7500 or glenviewpl.org.

Babytime on the Lawn: 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. A bonding experience for caregivers and babies, up to 24 months, with songs, cuddles and bounces. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs to sit on. The lawn is in full sun, so remember sunscreen and hats. For information, (847) 256-5025 or wilmettelibrary.info.

Toddler Storytime: 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Join for singing, dancing and stories for your toddler, ages 18 months to 3-years, with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available Oct. 27, on a first-come, first-served basis. For information, winnetkalibrary.org.

Tales for Tots: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Children of all ages with caregiver, can join for books, songs, and more to build early literacy skills. Stick around after stories to play and socialize. Stories: 10:30-11 a.m.; play: 11-11:30 a.m. Drop in; space may be limited by room capacity. For information, glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Chicago's Only Castle - Stories of Chicago: 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Senior Center, 3323 Walters Ave/, Northbrook. For ages 55 and older. If you love looking at images and enjoying stories of Chicago during the late 1800s and beyond, then you will want to attend this multimedia presentation by Errol Magidson entitled "Chicago's Only Castle: Stories of Chicago." The history of the Castle, built in 1886, and its residents is tied to the history of Chicago, particularly the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893, the cable car era, the dawn of the automobile, and the World's Fair of 1933. Register at nbparks.org.

Current Trends in Vaping: Virtually at 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, through North Suburban YMCA, Northbrook. Join the Glenview Northbrook Coalition for Youth in a conversation for parents and caregivers on understanding current trends in vaping cannabis and e-cigarettes, and how these substances negatively impact our teens. Presentation by Erin Tegge, Prevention Program coordinator at PEER Services, Inc. For information, (847) 272-7250 or nsymca.org.

Mystery and Horror During the Golden Age of Radio: 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Steve Darnall of 90.0 FM-WDCB shares sound clips from some of radio's best-known mystery and horror programs (including "Escape," "Inner Sanctum" and "Lights Out") to illustrate how radio could truly be a "theater of the mind" by using music, voices and sounds to create indelible - and often frightening - "pictures." Program held in person and virtually. For information, (847) 965-4220 or mgpl.org.

Exercise with Be40Strong: 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Learn to exercise safely and get stronger with this small group personal training designed for students 60 and older. The program will be adapted to fit the needs of each individual, from beginners to consistent exercisers. For information, (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Edible Haunted Houses: 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Come celebrate spooky season making a haunted house out of cereal treats, frosting and candy. The library provides the materials; you bring the creativity. For families. For information, (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Bats!: 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Children, in grades K-five, discover the intriguing world of the only flying mammal. Why do bats hang upside down? How do they use echolocation to find food? Join a naturalist from the Lake County Forest Preserve and learn about these unique animals and their super powers. Registration required. For information, glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Lego Club: 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Create a Lego project around a specific theme and take your project home. For children in grades K-three. Drop in. For information, (847) 729-7500 or glenviewpl.org.

Cyber Security: 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Learn valuable skills and steps to protect yourself from online scams while navigating the internet, using email and moving money. For information, wilmettelibrary.info.

Tween Lab: 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Fun is happening in the Junior High Room. Drop in for games, crafts and more. For information, (847) 256-5025 or wilmettelibrary.info.

Regular Board Meeting: 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Winnetka Park District Administration Center Community Room, 540 Hibbard Road, Winnetka. The agenda will be posted 48 hours in advance of the meeting. For information, winpark.org.

Paint with Watercolors: 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Join artist Fran Vail and learn basic watercolor techniques while creating your own art. This event is part of the ARTober series of classes and drop-in events during October to encourage creativity and challenge you to make art every day. For information, (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Family Storytime: 6:15 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Stories, songs and fun with the Youth Services librarians. Drop in. For information, (847) 729-7500 or glenviewpl.org.

The Einsatzgruppen Trial -The Biggest Murder Trial in History: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Illinois Holocaust Museum, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie. Following the International Military Tribunal at Nuremberg in 1945, the United States conducted 12 additional trials against other significant members of the Nazi regime. One of these trials involved 24 defendants of the notorious mobile killing units (Einsatzgruppen) for their role in murdering Jews, Communists, and countless others during Nazi Germany's campaign against the Soviet Union. Join Illinois Holocaust Museum with John Geiringer, a partner at Barack Ferrazzano law firm and a co-director of the Center for National Security and Human Rights Law at Chicago-Kent School of Law, as he delivers a compelling account of how the prosecution and defense responded to the challenge of prosecuting mass murder in a world where the concept of "genocide" was still in flux. He will also examine the men who perpetrated some of the most brutal crimes of the Holocaust, and explore lessons we can learn from the trials. Register at https://ihm.ec/einsatzgruppentrial. For information, (847) 967-4835 or ihm.ec.

Focus on Austria- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Virtually at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, through Wilmette Public Library. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was probably the most prolific and influential classical composers in Vienna during the mid-to-late 1700s. His life has been analyzed in books and even films, but little is known of the circumstances surrounding his untimely death. Take a glimpse into the world of one of music's biggest heroes as we appreciate his genius and attempt to untangle the mystery. Dan Lupo, creator of music education platform FiveMinuteMozart.com will present a program chronicling the life and achievement of one of music history's greatest composers. Dan's program will consist of a spoken lecture as well as live piano performances. For information, wilmettelibrary.info.

'Newsies Jr.': 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27; 10 a.m., 1 and 3:30 p.m. Saturday, October 29, at Northbrook Theatre, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. Inspired by the rousing true story of newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York City, "Newsies Jr." features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award-winner Harvey Feinstein. When powerful newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys' expense, the charismatic Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. $14. For information, (847) 291-2995 or nbparks.org.

Opera Lecture Series - Don Carlos by Giuseppe Verdi: Virtually at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, through Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Tales of intrigue, love and death from the current Lyric Opera of Chicago season. Moderated by Opera Lovers Lecture Corps. Program presented via Zoom. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with an invitation to join the program. For information, (847) 729-7500 or glenviewpl.org.

Second and Third Grades Book Discussion: 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Chat with your friends about this month's book and make a craft together. For information, (847) 256-5025 or wilmettelibrary.info.

'Tiger Style!': 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday Oct. 27-28; 3 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday Oct. 29; 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, at Writers Theatre, 325 Tudor Court, Glencoe. Award-winning playwright Mike Lew (Teenage Dick) pens this hilarious comedy about Chinese American heritage and belonging that will leave you howling with laughter. Traveling the globe from California to Shenzhen, "Tiger Style!" uproariously tackles the immigrant experience, cultural stereotypes and what it really means to feel successful - and at home. For writerstheatre.org.

Distinguished Speaker Series - Nina Totenberg: Virtually at 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, through Congregation Beth Shalom, Northbrook. Celebrated NPR correspondent Nina Totenberg delivers an extraordinary memoir of her personal success, struggles, and life affirming relationships, including her beautiful friendship of nearly 50 years with Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. She will be interviewed by CNN special correspondent Jamie Gangel. This program is free and open to the community. For information, (847) 498-4100, ext. 44 or bethshalomnb.org/events/distinguished-speaker-nina-totenberg.

Oct. 28

Elawa Farm Garden Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday Oct. 28 and Saturday Oct. 29 Elawa Farm, 1401 Middlefork Drive, Lake Forest. Featuring produce, herbs and flowers harvested directly from the Elawa Garden and from selected vendors. Visit elawafarm.org or call (847) 234-1966.

Family Storytime: 9:30 or 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, Northfield Branch, 1785 Orchard Lane, Northfield. Singing, dancing and stories for the whole family. Tickets for storytime will be available Oct. 28, on a first-come, first-served basis. For information, (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Little Dabblers: 9:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Children ages, 2 and older, drop in for messy fun and to explore art, science, and their own senses. For information, (847) 256-5025 or wilmettelibrary.info.

Time for Twos: 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Ages 2-3 with caregiver. Ready to get hands-on? Join us for stories and creative activities connected to that week's stories. This class is aimed at children who have not yet entered 3-year-old preschool. For information, glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Korean Storytime: 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Children ages through 6, can enjoy a bilingual storytime featuring songs, stories and rhymes. Register. For information, (847) 729-7500 or glenviewpl.org.

Adult Open Hockey: Noon-1:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at Northbrook Sports Center, 1730 Pfingsten Road, Northbrook. Enjoy Adult Open Hockey at Northbrook Sports Center on Fridays! Minimum age for participation is 18 with high school diploma. Full equipment is required. All players must sign in and pay at the front desk at Northbrook Sports Center. Players arriving half way through the session will not be allowed to participate unless a front desk staff member is available to collect payment. $9-$17. For information, (847) 291-2993 or nbparks.org.

Halloween Lunch & Bingo: Noon Friday, Oct. 28, at Senior Center, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. For ages 55 and older. Treat yourself to a Halloween lunch with no tricks, and a serving of Bingo with prizes, including a winner for best costume, and a spooky good time. Sponsored by Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Libertyville and Whitehall of Deerfield. Register. For information, nbparks.org

Mystery Group: 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Ann Perks will lead a discussion of "The Stranger Diaries" by Elly Griffiths. This program will take place in the Hammond Room on the mezzanine level of the library. For information, glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Drop-In & Art: 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. In celebration of ArtOber, drop-in every Friday afternoon in October for art activity with a selection of supplies. For families. For information, (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Cards and Constellations: 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Feeling witchy? Join Glencoe librarians to learn the basics of astrology and tarot. Try a tarot reading, discover what your astrological signs say about you, and get book recommendations based on your stars. This drop-in program is designed for teens and adults. For information, glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Spooky Stop Motion: 4:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Children, in grades five-eight, learn how to make stop motion videos using an iPad and Lego figures. Register. For information, (847) 729-7500 or glenviewpl.org.

Hi-Five Halloween Party: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at Hi-Five Sports Zone, 1515 Lake Cook Road, Northbrook. Come in costume with your family for a fun Halloween party for all ages, with food catered by Josh's Hot Dogs and music from VIBE Entertainment. $40 for kids, $15 for adults (adults only pay if eating). Contact (847) 229-9555 or northshore@hifivesports.com for more information.

Halloween Horror Trivia: Virtually at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, through Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Join for a fun evening of virtual horror trivia. Play individually or as a team with friends and family, and test your knowledge of popular horror topics including famous horror stories, movies, characters and more. Winners will receive a prize. This event will take place on Kahoot. To play, it's best to participate with two devices; one to play trivia and one to watch the Zoom video. For information, (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Scream Scene Haunted House: Friday, Oct. 28- Monday, Oct. 31, at Skokie Water Playground, 4701 Oakton St., Skokie. Skokie Water Playground, abandoned for the season, becomes host to the most frightening experience in Skokie. With it's chain saw maniacs and insane clown maze, Scream Scene has been terrifying visitors since 1997. Parental discretion advised: Not recommended for children under 10 years old. $13-$20. For information, (847) 674-1500 or screamscene.org.

Halloween Public Skate & Costume Contest: 7:15 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at The Skatium Ice Arena, 9340 Weber Park Place, Skokie. Join for the annual Halloween public skate and costume contest. $9. For information, (847) 674-1500 or skokieparks.org.

Fall Film Film Series - 'Vampire's Kiss': Virtually Friday, Oct. 28, through Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Register to receive a prerecorded introduction and criticism by our resident film expert Scott Siegel, along with a link to watch the film at home through the library's Hoopla or Kanopy streaming services. Nicolas Cage flies way over the top in this horror-comedy. For information, winnetkalibrary.org.

Oct. 29

Park Ridge Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine, Saturday, Oct. 29, at 15 Prairie Ave., between Main and Garden streets. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, more. parkridgefarmersmarket.com.

Winnetka Farmers Market: 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at 754 Elm St., Winnetka. For information, https://wngchamber.com/farmersmarket.

Little Play Cafe: 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Join your librarians for a short storytime, followed by free play for the little ones and coffee for the grown-ups. For information, (847) 256-5025 or wilmettelibrary.info.

Linden Square Pumpkin Walk: 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at Linden Square, 4th and Linden, Wilmette. Bring the family out to enjoy trick-or-treating at the neighborhood businesses. Stop in each participating shop for treats and giveaways. Feel free to wear your Halloween costume. Free. For information, wilmettekenilworth.com.

Author Open House with Francie Dekker: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 29, at The Book Stall, 811 Elm St., Winnetka. The Book Stall welcomes children's author Francie Dekker. She will be in the store to meet fans and sign copies of her new book, "Our World of Dumplings!" This delicious story celebrates the many different types of dumplings and how food brings people and cultures together. Dekker is a youth gardening and nutrition educator in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She was a contributing writer for Edible Milwaukee, where she wrote a quarterly "Kids Table" column that explored how gardening, food, culture and youth intersect. "Our World of Dumplings" is her debut picture book. For information, (847) 446-8880 or thebookstall.com.

Buddha Belly Family Yoga: 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Children and caregivers unplug and bond through moving, breathing and connecting. All ages. Register. For information, (847) 729-7500 or glenviewpl.org.

Poster-size Your Art: 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Scan one of your ARTober works of art and print it out as a poster. This event is part of the ARTober series of classes and drop-in events during October to encourage creativity and challenge you to make art every day. For information, winnetkalibrary.org.

Halloween Party on Ice: 2-3:20 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at Winnetka Ice Arena, 490 Hibbard Road, Winnetka. Dress up in your favorite costume and take a few laps skating to chilling Halloween music. No costume masks which cover the entire face. Admission is $2 per skater, skates may be rented for $4. For information, winpark.org.

HalloNEON Signmaking: 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Children, in grades five-eight, make a "neon" Halloween decoration. You'll learn how to use electroluminescent (EL) wire to make a customized glowing sign. Registration required. For information, glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Kooky Spooky Candy Trail: 3-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at Oakton Park, 4701 Oakton St., Skokie. Ages 2-12, take a journey along the kooky, spooky candy trail at Oakton Park. This trail will have more than 10 entertaining and interactive stations where trick-or-treaters will collect candy. Must check in no later than 4:40 p. m.to participate. $10. For information, (847) 674-1500 or skokieparks.org.

The Mel Brooks Musical, 'Young Frankenstein': 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29; 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20, at Devonshire Cultural Center, 4400 Greenwood St., Skokie. It's alive! The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brooks' monstrously funny film will leave you in stitches. $20- $25. For information, (847) 674-1500 or skokieparks.org.

Mozart's Mastery - Chicago Master Singers: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29; 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, at Glenview Community Church, 1000 Elm St., Glenview. Mozart's Mastery will feature the "Requiem," "Solemn Vespers," and "Ave Verum Corpus" performed by Chicago Master Singers with the Metropolis Symphony Orchestra and vocal soloists, under the direction of John C. Hughes. $15- $45. For information, (847) 604-1067 or chicagomastersingers.org.

Symphony 847 - As the Leaves of Autumn Fall: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at Kenilworth Assembly Hall, 410 Kenilworth Ave., Kenilworth. $20. Christopher Ramaekers, music director. Program includes: Beethoven's "Symphony No. 2" and "Piano Concerto No. 4" with Soloist MyungHee Chung. Tickets are $20 per person; children 12 and younger are free. For tickets, https://ticketstripe.com/events/1030699 or (847) 282-0560.

Oct. 30

Fuelfed Coffee & Classics: 9-11 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, at Lincoln and Elm streets, in east downtown Winnetka. Coffee and classic cars. For information, chamber.wngchamber.com or fuelfed.com.

Free Health Expo: Noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, at North Suburban YMCA, 2705 Techny Road, Northbrook. Free. Join to learn about the eight health principles related to disease prevention and physical, emotional and spiritual health. The free services provided at the health expo will address all of these factors including: Doctor's consultation; chair massage; diabetes screening; blood pressure screening; body fat analysis; Harvard Exercise Step Test; Peak Flow Breathing Test; calculated health age sponsored by the North Suburban YMCA and the Northbrook SDA Church. For information, (847) 272-7250 or northbrooksda.org.

Southern Exposure - The Overlooked Architecture of Chicago's South Side: 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St. Winnetka. Lee Bey, Chicago-based photographer, author, lecturer and consultant, will share his photographs and expertise on Chicago's oft-underappreciated South Side architecture. He will also discuss his book, "Southern Exposure," in which he visits 60 South Side buildings and shares their history. For information, winnetkalibrary.org.

Halloween Party on Ice: 2-3:20 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, at Winnetka Ice Arena, 490 Hibbard Road, Winnetka. Dress up in your favorite costume and take a few laps skating to chilling Halloween music. No costume masks which cover the entire face. Admission is $2 per skater, skates may be rented for $4. For information, winpark.org

Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois Webinar: Virtually at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30. "Researching Your Litvak Family" is the title of a talk by genealogist Judy Baston for the Oct. 30, online meeting of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois. This free live webinar will offer a comprehensive overview of the LitvakSIG online database as well as other important Jewish genealogy resources. It will detail the best ways to use Litvak websites to enhance knowledge of your Lithuanian Jewish family history. Register/RSVP at https://jgsi.org/event-4910643. This program will be preceded at 1 p.m. by a JGSI members-only online discussion with separate registration at https://jgsi.org/Events-calendar. For information, *312) 666-0100 or jgsi.org.

Sunday Music Series - Ghost Voice: 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Ghost Voice is a Chicago-based trio of pedal steel (Tom McGettrick), Wurlitzer 200 electric piano (Alison Hinderliter), and upright bass (Jeff Parker) playing a range of excerpts of classical works, from Villa-Lobos to Bach, and Chopin to Dvořák. Register. For information, (847) 729-7500 or glenviewpl.org.

Classical Concert - Ethos Duo: 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, at Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook. This talented piano and cello duo will perform works by Bach, Brahms, Schumann, and Chopin. To help you immerse yourself in the music, the program will be played straight through without applause. For information, (847) 272-6224 or northbrook.info.

Oct. 31

Family Storytime: 9:30 or 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 31, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, Northfield Branch, 1785 Orchard Lane, Northfield. Singing, dancing and stories for the whole family. Tickets for storytime will be available Oct. 31, on a first-come, first-served basis. For information, (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Baby Storytime: 9:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 31, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Rhymes, songs, and fun for patrons birth-23 months with an adult. Register. For information, (847) 729-7500 or glenviewpl.org.

Drop-In Free Play: 9:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 31, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Little ones can drop in to explore and play with a different selection of toys and manipulatives each week. For information, wilmettelibrary.info.

Monday Movers: 10:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 31, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Children of all ages with an adult, wear your dancing shoes and join the Youth Services librarians as they twirl into the week. Drop in. For information, (847) 729-7500 or glenviewpl.org.

Baby Time: 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 31, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Babies birth-14 months with caregiver. Build early literacy skills with songs, rhymes, bounces and books while enjoying the company of other babies and caregivers. For information, glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Baby Time - Stay and Play: 11:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 31, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Babies 0-14 months with caregiver. After attending Baby Time, stay and play for a while. For information, glencoepubliclibrary.org.

In-store Trick-or-Treating at Abt Electronics: 4 to 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, at Abt Electronics, 1200 N. Milwaukee Ave., Glenview. Escape another chilly Halloween by trick-or-treating in-store at Abt Electronics, where employees decked out in costumes will be passing out treats to customers' kids.

Messy Mondays: 4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Drop-in for a messier craft and leave the cleanup to the library. For families. For information, (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Nov. 1

Family Storytime: 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Singing, dancing, stories and bubbles for ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available Nov. 1, at the Youth Services desk, on a first-come, first-served basis. For information, (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Toddler Storytime: 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Shake your sillies out at this fun, interactive storytime for children, ages 2-3 with an adult. Register. For information, (847) 729-7500 orwww.glenviewpl.org.

Northbrook Garden Club - "Landscaping for a Changing Climate": 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at United Methodist Church, 1190 Western Ave., Northbrook. Environmental Educator Eileen Davis will present an introduction to broader, sustainable practices in a home landscape to help mitigate the impacts of climate change. She will cover topics like rain gardens/barrels, composting, adding native plants to our gardens, "regenerative gardening" practices and sustainable garden maintenance ideas. Please register at NBKgardenclub@gmail.com.

Taking the Guesswork Out of Listing Your Home: Virtually at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, through North Suburban YMCA. Join Virginia Trux to learn the ins and outs of listing your home from a trusted and experienced real estate agent. Turx will go through the process and paperwork in-depth, so you can walk away with insider tips and confidence to sell your home when you are ready. Register at: nsymca.org/events/taking-guesswork-out-listing-your-home. Check out all Y.E.S. events at: nsymca.org/yes-speaker-schedule. For information, (847) 272-7250 or nsymca.org.

Tales for Tots: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. All ages with caregiver can join for books, songs and more to build early literacy skills, then stick around after stories to play and socialize. Stories: 10:30-11 a.m.; play: 11-11:30 a.m. Drop in; space may be limited by room capacity. For information, glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Forever Young: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Morton Grove Senior Center, 6140 Dempster St., Morton Grove. Fun, movement, strength, and more taught by Pnina Zygman. $4. For information, (847) 868-3070.

Schools Out Movie Matinee: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Enjoy your time off from school to watch a movie on the big screen. "Bad Guys" is rated PG. All ages with parent/caregiver. For information, (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

State Services: 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Ask questions and get help from constituent advocates from the offices of state Sen. Laura Fine (8th District) and state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz (17th District). Advocates can help with: Medicaid, SNAP benefits, senior services, rental assistance, unemployment benefits and Secretary of State services. Drop in. For information, (847) 729-7500 or glenviewpl.org.

Nailed It - Cupcake Challenge: 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Don't let your leftover Halloween candy go to waste. Compete to see who can build the most creative and epic cupcake decorations made of candy and other treats. Ages 9-13. For information, (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Big Kid Storytime: 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Stories, songs, and dramatic play for big kids only. For information, wilmettelibrary.info.

NaNoWriMo for Beginners: 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Children in grades one-three can learn how to write their own story and contribute ideas to the library's "Little Authors" book all month long. Drop in. For information, (847) 729-7500 or glenviewpl.org.

Senior Polka Association Meets: 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Lone Tree Manor, 7730 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles. Join the Senior Polka Association; yearly membership is $10. The association meets on the first Tuesday of the month with live polka music from 5-6 p.m., a short meeting at 6 p.m., followed by cake, coffee and bingo. For information, call Richard at (847) 209-1385.

Northbrook Community Theatre Auditions - 'The Best Christmas Pageant Ever': 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Northbrook Theatre, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. Ages 8 and older can audition for this hilarious Christmas classic. A couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids - probably the most inventively awful kids in history. You won't believe the mayhem - and the fun - when the Herdmans collide with the Christmas story head on. Register for auditions at nbparks.org

Día de los Muertos for Teens: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Niles-Maine District Library, 6960 W. Oakton St., Niles. For children in grades seven-12. Make a Día de los Muertos offrenda to honor and remember a deceased loved one or friend. Register. For information, (847) 663-1234 or nileslibrary.org.

Chinese for Families: Virtually at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, through Wilmette Public Library. Join on a fascinating journey to learn Mandarin and Chinese culture with native speakers at NeuLingo. For information, (847) 256-5025 or wilmettelibrary.info.

Día de los Muertos for Kids: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Niles-Maine District Library, 6960 W. Oakton St., Niles. For children, ages 2-6 with caregiver. Make a Día de los Muertos offrenda and watch a movie. Supplies are limited. Register. For information, (847) 663-1234 or nileslibrary.org.

Kiffin Rockwell and America's First Fighter Pilots in WWI: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Author Mark Trapp discusses America's entry into World War I and his book, "A Destiny of Undying Greatness: Kiffin Rockwell and the Boys Who Remembered Lafayette." Learn why first-generation fighter pilots sacrificed everything to repay what they saw as a debt to France from the Revolutionary War. Register. For information, (847) 729-7500 or glenviewpl.org.

BLS Healthcare Provider Class: Tuesday, Nov. 1, at Wilmette Fire Station 26, 1304 Lake Ave., Wilmette. For information, wilmette.com.

Short Poetry Challenge - Enter The Contest: Virtually beginning Tuesday, Nov. 1, through Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Enter a short poem, eight lines maximum, in the Winnetka-Northfield Library District's Short Poetry Challenge. Eligibility: Age 16 and older. Submission Rules: One poem per entrant, maximum of eight lines. The poem must be your own original work, unpublished in print/online, and shouldn't have won a prior contest. Entries may be submitted to poetry@wnpld.org from Nov. 1 through Nov. 10. Winners will be notified by Nov. 22. Prizes will be awarded. For information, (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Pumpkin Composting Event: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at the Winnetka Public Works Yard, 1390 Willow Road, Winnetka. To keep pumpkins from being sent to the landfill as waste, the Village of Winnetka is hosting a one-day pumpkin collection event. There will be a designated area for pumpkin drop off. Please remove any solid waste from pumpkins (candles, bags, etc.). Garbage, food scraps or other landscape waste will not be accepted. For information, (847) 716-3568 or villageofwinnetka.org/calendar.aspx?EID=1338.

Understanding Medicaid and How to Protect Assets Legally: Virtually at 9:15 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, through North Suburban YMCA. Elder Law Attorney, Matt Margolis, will discuss the details of Medicaid for nursing homes and supportive living facilities, and why it's never too late to protect your assets. Learn about the State's Medicaid rules as it applies to how much income and assets one (or a couple) can have when applying. Register at: nsymca.org/events/taking-guesswork-out-listing-your-home. Check out all Y.E.S. events at: nsymca.org/yes-speaker-schedule. For information, (847) 272-7250.

Nov. 2

Family Storytime: 9:30 or 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family. For information, (847) 256-5025 or wilmettelibrary.info.

Family Storytime: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Singing, dancing and stories for ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available Nov. 2, at the Youth Services desk, on a first-come, first-served basis. For information, (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Baby Storytime: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Join for songs and stories for your baby, ages 0-18 months with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available Nov. 2, on a first-come, first-served basis. Masks are recommended for all participants ages 2 and older for this Early Childhood program. For information, winnetkalibrary.org.

Glitter and Glue: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, Northfield Branch, 1785 Orchard Lane, Northfield. Join for a fun craft for ages 5 and older. For information, winnetkalibrary.org.

Preschool STEAM Storytime: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Children ages 3-5 with an adult can discover STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) topics through stories, songs and hands-on activities. Register. For information, (847) 729-7500 or glenviewpl.org.

The Studio Pop-Up - Leaf Stamped Napkins: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, Northfield Branch, 1785 Orchard Lane, Northfield. Make your own custom leaf-stamped napkins for fall. All supplies will be provided. For information, (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

iPhone/iPad Series - Backing Up your iPhone and iPad: Virtually at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, through Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. It is important to retain a backup of your iPhone or iPad, in case your device is ever replaced, lost, or damaged. In just a few minutes you can secure your important photos, videos, text messages and more. This class will review how to do so. This course is hosted on Zoom. A link to the discussion will be sent out the day of the program. For information, winnetkalibrary.org.

Excel Formulas & Functions: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Learn how to use formulas and functions to compute and manipulate totals, percentages, averages and other calculations. Basic Excel skills required. Program presented via Zoom and in person at the library. Register. For information, (847) 729-7500 or glenviewpl.org. For information, glenviewpl.org.

Lego Mania!: 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St. Winnetka. Love to build with Legos? Join for Lego Mania! and build cool contraptions with friends. Ages 5-8. For information, (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

K9 Reading Buddies: 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Children, in grades one-five, can share some favorite books with a four-legged furry friend. Practice your reading skills by signing up for a 15-minute slot to read to a trained therapy dog. For information, glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Find and Keep Great Employees: Virtually at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2. Learn hiring strategies, tips and trends so your business can attract and retain the ideal job candidates. PJ Weiland of ActionCOACH and Sarah Mitial of People Architectural Group, LLC discuss ways to stand out from other employers, connect with qualified candidates, drive excitement about the role and your business and more. Program presented in partnership by Glenview, Evanston, Skokie and Wilmette public libraries and the Glenview, Evanston, Skokie and Wilmette/Kenilworth chambers of commerce. Register. For information, or glenviewpl.org or wilmettelibrary.info.

Organizing 101 - Organizing for the Holidays: Virtually at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, through Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Does the thought of the holiday season make you feel stressed? Would you like to start the holidays on a positive note - feeling more organized and in control? This event will provide you with practical ways to decrease your stress and increase your organization during this crazy time of year. For information, (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.