Enrichment

Long Grove Art School: Spoerlein Commons S.C. Suite 209, Arlington Hts. Rd. and McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. Class instructions are in oil paint, acrylics, watercolor, and drawing. A two-hour workshop/class for adults in oil on Sundays from 2 to 4 p.m. Also four weekly classes forming with a maximum of six students. In addition, there's private instruction and open studio time. Sign up and pay in May for May, June or July and receive $25 off a four-week session. Four-week classes for kids ages 7-12. (847) 634-2920 www.longgroveartschool.com.

"Going Green": 7:30 p.m., June 3; Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Learn how to help preserve our planet with water conservation, energy reduction, reducing use of limited natural resources and protecting the environment. To register, visit www.mppl.org/events or call (847) 253-5675

Welcome Wednesday: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. June 4, Elgin Community College, Main Campus, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin. Prospective students can tour ECC to gather information about the college's academic programs, services and enrollment process. Free and open to the public. For reservations, call (847) 214-7385.

Green landscaping course: 9 a.m.-noon June 7, William Rainey Harper College, Palatine. Instructor and naturalist David Brooks presents a one-session course, "The Lazy Gardener's Guide to Green Landscaping." Tuition for this noncredit course is $29. To register, call (847) 925-6159.

Current events discussion: 9:15-10:15 a.m. June 8, Countryside Unitarian Universalist Church, 1025 N. Smith Street, Palatine. Topic: Economic Subsidies: Love 'em or Leave 'em? www.ccuu.org or call (847) 359-8440.

The Faces and Places of China: 7-8:30 p.m., June 9, Vernon Area Pub­lic Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Learn about the historical, cultural and religious traditions of the Chinese people, view China's traditional heartlands and remote outback areas, and see how China has evolved over the centuries. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit www.vapld.info.

ECC Beginnings: 6 p.m. June 10 at Elgin Community College, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin. Adults are invited to attend a "Beginnings" information session to learn what the college has to offer and what steps to take to enroll. Free and open to the public. For reservations, call (847) 214-7385.

Movie Discussion: 6:30 - 9 p.m., Wednesday, June 11; Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Audiovisual Coordinator John McInnes hosts a complimentary screening and discussion of a feature film, Call (847) 253-5675.

Due to a restrictive marketing agreement, the Library is prohibited from reporting the title of this film in media aimed at the general public.

Scotland with Myrla: 7-8:30 p.m. June 11; Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Scotland culture, history, architecture and food tour. Learn how they construct a kilt and build a thatch roof. Attend the Garnock Highland Games, see the new Parliament and Falkirk Wheel and the Queen's Yacht. (847) 259-6050, ext.175

Cooking with Organics: 7 p.m. June 12, Palatine Public Library, 700 N. North Court, Palatine. The Whole Foods Market flavor team demonstrates several easy, economical, organic dishes. Registration required. Visit www.palatinelibrary.org or call (847) 358-5881 ext. 167.

Chefs in Training: 1 p.m. June 12, Palatine Public Library, 700 N. North Court, Palatine. The team from Whole Foods Market will present a cooking class for budding chefs in grades 5-8. (847) 358-5881, ext. 167 or www.palatinelibrary.org.

Chicago Police Department: 1:30-2:30 p.m. June 12, Des Plaines Historical Society Visitor Center, 781 Pearson St. Presentation features Daniel P. Smith, author of "On the Job," a book about the Chicago Police Department. Sharing stories of the tolls the job exacts on the officers, their families and their lives, and a discussion of Chicago's criminal landscape and police department culture. Free. Call (847) 391-5399 or visit the Web site at: www.desplaineshistory.org.

Fun With Superstitions: 10-10:45 a.m. June 13, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Listen to stories and laugh about old superstitions that still are practiced in the world today. Registration is required. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit the Web site: www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Second Saturday Poetry Workshop: 9 a.m.-noon June 14, Northwest Cultural Council Gallery, 500 N. Hicks Road, Suite 120, Palatine. Jackie White presents, "Getting Published -- A Workshop in Submission Preparations." Bring three clean and typed copies of three or four finished poems, six business-size envelopes and six stamps. All poets and writers are invited to attend. $15. Reservations required. Call (847) 991-7966 or e-mail nwcc@northwestculturalcouncil.org.

Current events discussion: 9:15-10:15 a.m. June 15, Countryside Unitarian Universalist Church, 1025 N. Smith Street, Palatine. Topic: Government and Energy: What Role for the Former in the Latter? www.ccuu.org or call (847) 359-8440.

Career inventory: 10 a.m.-noon June 16, Elgin Community College, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin. Two-hour workshop for individuals seeking assistance with career planning. Overview of the career planning process and the resources that exist at ECC to help you. $5. For reservations, call (847) 214-7385.

Treasures of Paris: 7 p.m. June 17; Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood St. Claire Copping Cross will share art and architecture of Paris; art treasures from the Musee D'Orsay, Louvre and Auguste Rodin Museums. Register. (847) 376-2787.

Company Research Resources: 6-7:30 p.m. June 18, Palatine Library, 700 N. North Court, Palatine. Learn the ins and outs of finding company information at the library or from home. Use of internet sites as well as the library's Reference USA and Business Source Premier databases. Register online at www.palatinelibrary.org or call (847) 358-5881, ext. 167.

The Next Idol?: 7-8:30 p.m., June 19, Vernon Area Pub­lic Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Jillann Gabrielle, a voice instructor, singer, actress and producer, will present a workshop for teens in sixth through ninth grade on what it takes to be a great performer. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit www.vapld.info.

Green Tips 101: 7 p.m. June 19; Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Tips presented by members of Go Green Wilmette, a community group formed to raise environmental awareness including sorting through tips in magazines, newspapers and environmental organizations. Register www.ahml.info or call (847) 392-0100.

Current events discussion: 9:15-10:15 a.m. June 22 and June 29, Countryside Unitarian Universalist Church, 1025 N. Smith St., Palatine. Topic: Labels in Politics: Of what Value are "Liberal" and "Conservative"? www.ccuu.org or call (847) 359-8440.

Summer Sideboard Sampler: 7-8:30 p.m., June 23, Vernon Area Pub­lic Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Learn to prepare a summer sideboard meal. Examples include marinated grilled pork tenderloin, orzo pasta salad, layered vegetable salad, frozen fruit slush and chocolate cognac. Tasting and recipes included. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit www.vapld.info.

Girls' Self-Defense Workshop: 3:30-6:30 p.m., June 24, Vernon Area Pub­lic Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. For girls ages 13-19. Self-defense techniques are demonstrated and girls practice simple self-defense moves. Registrants under the age of 18 must submit a parental permission slip before attending. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit www.vapld.info.

Systematic Training for Effective Parenting: 7-8:30 p.m. June 15, Hanover Township Youth and Family Services, 250 S. Route 59, Bartlett. Seven-week course offering a group discussion program for parents of teens to help them find support and information. $15 book fee for the class. Pre-registration required, call (630) 483-5799.

Local History Live: 7-8:30 p.m. June 25; Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Long-time residents share memories on how our town's founders turned an open farmland into a thriving community with determination and ingenuity. Library's director, David Ruff, expands his idea of making the trip down memory lane with the Global Positioning System. Adventure Pack are available for checkout at the Library. This program is co-sponsored with the Rolling Meadows Historical Society. (847) 259-6050.

Break Bad Habits: 7-8:30 p.m., June 26, Vernon Area Pub­lic Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Learn to make small changes in daily life that easily become healthier habits. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit www.vapld.info.

Keep Your Cool:Œ7 p.m. July 15, Palatine Public Library, 700 N. North Court, Palatine. See the culinary team from Whole Foods Market showcase ways to entertain without having to cook. Recipes and preparation tips will be provided. Registration is required. www.palatinelibrary.com or (847) 358-5881 ext. 167.