NW 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. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.

Sept. 8

Quit smoking class: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, Cumberland Terrace Fieldhouse, 448 S. Warrington Road, Des Plaines. Quit smoking class for ages 18 and over, conducted by a certified hypnotherapist. $44-$55. (847) 391-5700 or desplainesparks.org.

Do it Yourself Home Repair class: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, Prairie Lakes Community Center, 515 E. Thacker St., Des Plaines. Ages 18 and over learn about glues, caulks, adhesives, tapes, paints, stains, how to repair a running toilet, patch drywall, and install a GFCI outlet. $18-$23. (847) 391-5700 or desplainesparks.org.

Clark Weber's Rock And Roll Radio: 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Clark Weber, Program Director and disc jockey at WLS radio in Chicago, will discuss the musical scene in the '50s, '60s and '70s, and his new book on those years. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Sept. 9

Beginning Keyboarding: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 1-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Explore proper keyboarding techniques. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Sept. 10

Nursing pre-admission exam: 10 a.m. Thursdays, Sept. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 5 and Jan. 7; Friday, Dec 11; and Saturdays, Dec 5 and Jan. 9, Elgin Community College, Business Technology Center, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin. Pre-admission exam for student seeking to enter the professional nursing program. Registration required, visit nninonlinetesting.org/pax. Seats available on a first-come, first-served basis. $85. (847) 214-7219 or elgin.edu/testing.

"Ten Again-Coming of Age in Arlington Heights": 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. Join author and former John Hersey High School language arts teacher, Michael Bellito to discuss his fictionalized memoir. Book sale and signing after the program. Register at (847) 259-3500, ext. 35 or at phpl.info.

Sept. 11

Friday Morning Prose Writer Group: 10 a.m. to Noon, Friday, Sept. 11, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Write on the topics provided by the facilitator or present material you have written. Bibliographies and other resources will be provided. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Sept. 12

Local author and illustrator Showcase: 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Sept. 12, National-Louis University, North Shore Campus, 54202 Old Orchard Road, Skokie. Hosted by the Center for Teaching through Children's Books in partnership with the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators Illinois Chapter. RSVP to CTCB@nl.edu.

Sept. 14

Route 66-Return to the Road: 1-2:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. Thirty years after starring in the CBS TV show Route 66, Martin Milner returns to the road for a journey on the Mother Road. After the film, Marci Glinski, recreation supervisor at the Prospect Heights Park District, talks about their upcoming Route 66 road-trip on Oct. 8, between Joliet and Braidwood, with interesting stops on the way. Register by call (847) 259-3500, ext. 35 or phpl.info.

Getting The Most From Google: 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Discuss how to make the best use of Google and its applications. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Sept. 15

Mount Prospect Library Writers Group: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Writers of all genres discuss their works. Sponsored by Friends of the Library. $10 registration fee. Register and payment must be made in person. For information, (847) 253-56755.

Challah baking: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, Lubavitch Chabad of Northbrook, 755 Huehl Road, Northbrook. Chabad Women's Circle presents a mothers and daughters Challah baking evening. Learn the art of classic braiding and some specialties for Rosh Hashana. Also explore the meaning and significance of the Mitzvah of Challah. $8. RSVP to Miriam, (847) 564-8770 or ChabadNorthbrook.com.

NAMI class on mental illness: A 12-week class to help people understand and support individuals with mental disorders while maintaining their own well-being, will begin Sept. 15 in Barrington. Hosted by the Barrington area chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the class is 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays at Barrington High School. Registration needed; class is free. Call Maryrose at (847) 496-1415. namibarringtonarea.org.

Write it Now: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Creative writing support group for anyone who loves to compose and share works. (847) 259-6050.

Sept. 16

Historical Theatre-Richard and Pat Nixon: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. Veteran actors William and Sue wills bring to life the private side of Richard and Pat Nixon. Register at (847) 259-3500, ext. 35 or phpl.info.

Sept. 17

Clear Your Life of Clutter seminar: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, Prairie Lakes Community Center, 515 E. Thacker St., Des Plaines. Seminar for ages 18 and over. Develop productive habit, stop wasting time, money and energy and take control of your life using hypnosis. $44-$45. (847) 391-5700 or desplainesparks.org.

Sept. 19

Peace Day Celebration and Walk: Sunday, Sept. 19. Community -wide Peace Day Celebration, to commemorate International Day of Peace, includes 2 p.m. walk at The South Church, 501 S. Emerson St., Mount Prospect; 3 p.m. ceremony, Mount Prospect village hall; 4 p.m. Peace Day celebration, at The South Church includes crafts, games, tree planting, food and live music. (847) 253-5010 or internationaldayofpeace.org.

Sept. 21

Travel Safe and Smart: 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21 or 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. Community education travel manager Linda Kerr discusses how to travel safe and smart. Hear new baggage and carry-on rules, how to stay healthy while traveling and everything to make your travel hassel-free. Register at (847) 259-3500, ext. 35, or phpl.info.

Sept. 23

Prospect Heights Book Review Club: Season begins 9 a.m. Sept. 23, at Rolling Green Country Club, 2525 E. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. Breakfast and book review. Call Margie, (847) 398-8504.

Sept. 29

How to Take Great Family Photos: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. Award winning Daily Herald photojournalist George LeClaire teaches easy techniques to create exciting photographs of your children, grandchildren and family while reflecting their personality and environment. No experience required. Bring your digital camera. Register at (847) 259-3500, ext. 35, or phpl.info.

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.