Northwest suburban books & enrichment
Events related to books and events that enrich your mind, such as lectures, classes, book signings, book club events, writers' group events, forums and discussions. Deadline is two weeks before event date.
Nov. 17
Write it Now: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Creative writing support group for anyone who loves to compose and share works. (847) 259-6050.
Book Discussion Group: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. Group discusses "The 13th Tale" in October. $25 registration fee. (847) 923-3347.
Monthly movies: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17 and 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. (847) 259-6050 or rmlib.org.
Take back your holidays: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. Professional speaker and author Jerilyn Willin leads this nonreligious-based, interactive program designed to help you create wonderful holidays without breaking the bank and reframe less into more meaningful. Register at (847) 259-3500, ext. 35 or phpl.info.
Preschool Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. or 2-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17 or Thursday, Nov. 19, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Stories Stories, songs and finger plays for ages 3-5. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
Morning Book Discussion: 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Join book discussion leader Louise Bobker for coffee and discussion. New members are welcome. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Nov. 18
Drop-in Preschool Storytime: 110:15 or 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway. For ages 2-5 with a caregiver. (847) 382-1300 or barringtonarealibrary.org.
Great American Movies: 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. Participants watch the movie, received information about the director and other interesting facts, then discuss their thoughts. October's movie is "The Natural." (847) 923-3347.
Fresh Flower Centerpieces: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Make a fresh flower centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table. $15 supply fee is due at registration. Register at the Welcome Desk. (847) 259-6050.
Picture Book Celebration: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. Children's book illustrator Terri Murphy hosts a reception and talk about the process taking a manuscript from initial sketches to finished book. Register at (847) 259-3500, ext. 35 or phpl.info.
Toddler storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Nov. 18 and 19, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Storytime is for children 18-36 months and their caregivers. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Poetic License: 7:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. A writer's group specifically for poets. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Mail Merge Basics: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Learn to create labels and envelopes using Mail Merge options in Microsoft Word. Students must have experience with both Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Nov. 19
Drop-in Preschool Storytime: 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway. For ages 2-5 with a caregiver. (847) 382-1300 or barringtonarealibrary.org.
Book Discussion Group: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. Group discusses "Mockingbird" in November. $25 registration fee. (847) 923-3347.
Last Hand - Memoir of Family Life in Arlington Heights: 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Lifelong resident and author Tom Price discusses his memoir about growing up in Arlington Heights during the 70s. Book sale and signing after the program. Register at ahml.info or call (847) 392-0100.
Searching Web sites: 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Learn how to search Web sites with Yahoo and Google. Register at (847) 253-5675 or mppl.org/events.
Preschool Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. or 2-2:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays through Nov. 19, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Stories, songs and finger plays for ages 3-5 (not yet attending kindergarten). Registration required; call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
Family Read Aloud Night: 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Special storytime featuring community helpers reading their favorite stories. All ages, register at (847) 392-0100 or ahml.info.
Nov. 20
Astronomy Night: 7-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton St. NASA Ambassador Jim Kovac presents "A Universe in Images," showing photos of galaxies, nebulas and stars made by the Hubble, Spitzer and Chandra space telescopes. Weather permitting, the program ends outdoor for star gazing through telescopes set up by the Northwest Suburban Astronomers Club. Free. No registration required.
Science Alliance: 7-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 and Thursday, Dec. 10, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Middle school students are intived to the Science Alliance reading and discussion group. The editor of Science Books and Films magazine wants feedback from middle school students abut the best science books of the year. Register at (847) 392-0100 or ahml.info.
Identity Theft Seminar: 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 20, Northbrook Park District Senior Center, 3323 Walters Ave. Northbrook Police officer Michael Shep explains how identities are stolen and how to reduce your chances of becoming a victim Register at (847) 291-2988.
Nov. 21
Tapping Away Stress: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, Cumberland Terrace Fieldhouse, 448 S. Warrington Road, Des Plaines. Certified consulting hypnotherapist teaches how to deal with fears, phobias, stress and anxiety by using acupressure points activated by tapping them in a structured way. Ages 18 and over. $42-$55. (847) 391-5700 or desplainesparks.org.
Instant piano for busy people: 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, South Barrington banquet room, 3 Tennis Club Lane. $26 materials fee. Registration $25-$30. For ages 13 and over. (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.
Saturday Stories: 10-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Stories geared to children ages 2-5. Registration required; call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
Candy Cane Lane: 0 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, Faith Lutheran Church, 431 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Crafts and activities for children, concidees with the Women of Faith Gingerbread House sale. Free. (847) 253-4839.
Nov. 22
"Maxwell Street-A Living Memory": 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, Temple Beth Israel, 3601 W. Dempster St., Skokie. Film by Eshel Productions explores the Jewish experience in Chicago. For information, (312) 666-0100 or jewishgen.org/jgsi.
Songwriters workshop: Noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 Campbell St., Arlington Heights. Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Shawn Mullins works with aspiring songwriters. $150. Register at (847) 577-5982.
Arts Alive concert: 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Trio Cambia with Tim Green on the piano performs inspirations of jazz music, including variations from their latest music CD. Free tickets at the Welcome Desk. (847) 259-6050.
Nov. 23
Pizza and Pages Teen Book Discussion: 6-8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Teens can enjoy pizza and discuss "The Mysterious Affair at Styles," The First Hercule Poirot Novel by Agatha Christie, then watch the 2001 British television production. Registration required; call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
LinkedIn: 7-9 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Learn to use LinkedIn, a free, professional, Web-based networking tool. Registration required; call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
Evening Book Discussion: 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Join group leader Trish McLaughlin for book discussion. New members are welcome. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Preschool Drop-In Storytime: 11-11:30 a.m. Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 23 and 24, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Stories, rhymes and a short film for children 3-5 years. No siblings or guardians in the room. No registration required. For details, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Nov. 24
Book Discussion Group: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. Group discusses "The 13th Tale" in October. $25 registration fee. (847) 923-3347.
Arlington Heights Book Club: Noon, Tuesday, Nov. 24. Lunch is served at noon with reviewer presentation at 1:15 p.m. Coast for the season is $125. For information, call Marilee at (847) 392-28004.
Pajamarama: 10-10:30 a.m., or 2-2:30 or 7-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Wear pajamas and listen to bedtime stories. Bring a new pair of children's pajamas or a toothbrush for donation to the Lake County Haven. Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required; call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
Preschool Drop-In Storytime: 11-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Stories, rhymes and a short film for children 3-5 years. No siblings or guardians in the room. No registration required. For details, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Book Film Discussion Group: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. At the first meeting attendees watch the movie. Before the second meeting, they read the book and at the second meeting the book and movie are discussed. "A Mighty Heart" is the November movie. $25 fee to cover the cost of books. (847) 923-3347.
Nov. 25
Drop-in Preschool Storytime: 110:15 or 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25, Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway. For ages 2-5 with a caregiver. (847) 382-1300 or barringtonarealibrary.org.
Nov. 26
Drop-in Preschool Storytime: 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 26, Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway. For ages 2-5 with a caregiver. (847) 382-1300 or barringtonarealibrary.org.
Mystery By the Book discussion group: Noon Thursday, Nov. 26, Poplar Creek Public Library, 1405 S. Park Ave., Streamwood. For information, call Linda, (630) 483-4949.
Nov. 30
America's Castles- Hearst Castle at San Simeon:: 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. Register at (847) 259-3500, ext. 35 or phpl.info.
Voices of Bartlett's Past: 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Presented by members of the Bartlett Historical Society. Learn about some of the people who helped shape the village of Bartlett. To register, (630) 213-0100.
Book discussion: The public is invited, free of charge, to a discussion of the book "I Was Told There'd Be Cake" by Sloane Crosley, at Countryside Unitarian Universalist Church, 1025 N. Smith Road in Palatine, at 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 30. (847) 359-8440, ccuu@ccuu.org.
Dec. 1
Barrington Lyric Lecture: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, Garlands of Barrington, 1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington. "Merry Widow" lecturer, Michael Altman. Free. To register, (847) 304-1996.
Dec. 3
Dann & Raymond Movie Club: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. Dann Gire, Daily Herald film critic and Raymond Benson, author, host. (847) 923-3347.
Dec. 10
Science Alliance: 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Middle school students are intived to the Science Alliance reading and discussion group. The editor of Science Books and Films magazine wants feedback from middle school students abut the best science books of the year. Register at (847) 392-0100 or ahml.info.
Jan. 13
Barrington Lyric Lecture: 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, Garlands of Barrington, 1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington. "Elixir of Love" lecturer, Bob Klassy. Free. To register, (847) 304-1996.
Feb. 2
Barrington Lyric Lecture: 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 2, Garlands of Barrington, 1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington. "Damnation of Faust" lecturer, Kip Kelly. Free. To register, (847) 304-1996.
Feb. 24
Prospect Heights Book Review Club: 9 a.m. Wednesdays, Feb. 24, March 24 and April 28; and two luncheons/book reviews at 10 a.m. on Wednesdays, Nov. 18 and May 26. A limited number of memberships are still available for the upcoming season. For information, call Margie, (847) 398-8504.
Barrington Lyric Lecture: 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, Garlands of Barrington, 1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington. "Marriage of Figaro" lecturer, Gary Pett. Free. To register, (847) 304-1996.
Ongoing
Start your job search at AHML: Business librarians Jason Kuhl and Barb Vlk man the Jobs Desk at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave., weekdays from 1-4 p.m. to help residents start their job search at the library. Register for free weekday job programs like networking and resume review at ahml.info or stop by the Answer Center on the library's first floor. (847) 392-0100
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.
Holiday book drive: Through Tuesday, Dec. 1, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Hardcover, paperbacks for babies through teens in English and Spanish are being accepted, at the check out desk, for donation to Wheeling Township's Adopt-a-Family holiday basket program for information, call Deb Whisler, (847) 506-2613.
Read and Feed Food Drive: Through Tuesday, Dec. 1, donate food pantry items when you check out or return library books at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave.; on the Book mobile or at the Reading Room of the Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Items donated will be delivered to the food pantry at Wheeling Township. Donations of dog and cat food are also being accepted for donation to The Buddy Foundation. For information, visit ahml.info or call Deb Whisler, (847) 5-06-2613.