Lake Co. books & enrichment

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. Deadline is two weeks before event date.

Aug. 4

Writer's Workshop: 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Shoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Writers can share and critique each other's work in a supportive atmosphere. To reserve a spot and get more information Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Digital Photography Software: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Professional photographer Paul Berg will demonstrate how to efficiently capture, process and archive digital images. Participants should have working knowledge of a digital camera and computer literacy. The program is free, but register at (847) 438-3433, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or visit eapl.org.

Aug. 5

Rediscover Canning: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, Ryerson Woods, 21950 N. Riverwoods Road, Riverwoods. Join Lynnette Mensah, Nutrition and Wellness Educator, of the University of Illinois Extension for a view of how to can certain produce and the equipment necessary. $15 or $10 for Friends of Ryerson Woods members. To register, call (847) 968-3321 or visit LCFPD.org.

Aug. 6

Book Review: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 6, Walker Brothers Restaurant, 200 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Nehara, a young women's group, will be reviewing the book "The September of Shiraz." This book refects a Jewish family's hardships during the Iranian Revolution. For information, contact (847) 205-1900 or e-mail northshore@Hadassah.org.

Homegrown Writers: 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Celebrate the many authors who live in Lake Villa Township. Each author that attends will read a short excerpt from his or her book or share the story behind the story. Book signing and refreshments will follow. Call (847) 365- 7711.

Grace Used Book and Bake Sale: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7; and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, Grace Lutheran Church, 501 Valley Park Drive, Libertyville. Hardcovers, paperbacks, children's Books, Cooking and Craft Books, Music, CDs, Videos and more. Friday will feature a half-price sale and Saturday will feature a $5 bag sale. For information, call (847) 367-7050 or visit aboutgracelutheran.org.

Wild Reads For Teens: 4-5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Teens in grades 6-8 are invited to drop by to pick from a selection of books and join a discussion. To register, call (847) 438-3433 or visit eapl.org.

Picnic and Paperback: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, Grayslake Area Public Li­brary, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. For grades 2-6. Bring a sack lunch. Get a copy of the book before the picnic; see Youth Reference for book details and registration. For information, call (847) 223-5313 or visit grayslake.info.

Aug. 8

Adult Book Discussion: 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. "Ishmael" by Daniel Quinn will be discussed. For information, call (847) 365-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

Outdoor Figure Painting Workshop - Part II: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, Ryerson Woods, 21950 N. Riverwoods. Join artist and instructor Judith Joseph for outdoor drawing and painting of a model. $79 or $69 for Friends of Ryerson Woods members. To register, call (847) 968-3321 or visit LCFPD.org.

Fremont Used Book Sale: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. The library's monthly book sale on the second floor. Call (847) 918-3206 or visit fremontlibrary.org.

Of Bogs and Books: 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, Visitor Center Library at Volo Bog State Natural Area, 28478 W. Brandenburg Road, Ingleside. Discuss "Dark Banquet - Blood and the Curious Lives of Blood-feeding Creatures" by Bill Schutt. Participants are encouraged to have read at least part of the book (although this is not required). Reservations are requested at dnr.volobog@illinois.gov or (815) 344-1294.

Aug. 11

Wicked Reads For Teens: 4-5 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Teens in grades in 9-12 can pick a selection of books then join a discussion. To register, call (847) 438-3433 or visit eapl.org.

Aug. 12

Book discussion: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12, St. Joseph's Formation Center, 112 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Discuss"White Tiger" by Aravind Adiga. To register, visit the library, call (847) 362-2330, or visit webres.cooklib.org.

Aug. 17

Writer's Group: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17, Grayslake Area Public Li­brary, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. No registration required. For information, call (847) 223-5313 or visit grayslake.info.

Aug. 19

Novel Thoughts: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Students in grades 4-6 are welcome to discuss "Heir Apparent" by Vivian Vande Velde. To register or for more information call (847) 365-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

Aug. 24

Teen Science Cafes: 6-8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Teens in grades 6 to 12 can learn about science and technology. Registration is not required for this free program. Call (847) 438-3433, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or visit eapl.org.

Aug. 26

Book discussion: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, St. Joseph's Formation Center, 112 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Discuss"These is My Words" by Nancy Turner. To register, visit the library, call (847) 362-2330, or visit webres.cooklib.org.

Sept. 12

Adult Book Discussion: 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. "Innocent Man" by John Grisham will be discussed. For information, call (847) 365-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

Sept. 16

Novel Thoughts: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Students in grades 4-6 are welcome to discuss "Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key" by Jack Gantos. To register or for more information call (847) 365-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

Oct. 21

Novel Thoughts: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Students in grades 4-6 are welcome to discuss "Esperanza Rising" by Pam Munoz Ryan To register or for more information call (847) 365-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

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.

Computer Help: 11 a.m. on Wednesdays through Aug. 26, Wauconda Area Public Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Receive free, hands-on answers to questions about using computers. There is no charge, but registration is required. For information, call (847) 526-6225 or visit wauclib.org.