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.

January Computer Programs: Online registration for the Mount Prospect Public Library's January computer programs began Monday, Dec. 1. January's slate of computer programs will help patrons learn the basics of using a computer, sharpen their Internet skills, take their e-mail skills to the next level, and create presentations with Microsoft PowerPoint. Space is limited for each program. Visit mppl.org/events or call (847) 253-5675.

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 www.longgroveartschool.com.

Lincoln-Douglas Debates exhibit: On display Nov. 11 to Dec. 31, Indian Trails Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. "Confronting Democracy's Boundaries - The Lincoln Douglas Debates" will highlight the 1858 series of seven debates. For information, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Dec. 16

Create Your Own Holiday Centerpiece: 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 16; Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Holiday craft workshop where participants will create their own holiday centerpiece. Participants should bring a pruner. The $18 fee is nonrefundable. Register at the Registration Desk. Call (847) 253-5675.

Book Discussion: 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 16, Vernon Area Pub­lic Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Second and third graders can join in for a craft and discussion of "The Get Rich Quick Club" by Dan Gutman. Register in advance. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

Dec. 17

New Year's Eve Celebration with Le Titi De Paris: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, Vernon Area Pub­lic Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Michael Maddox of Le Titi De Paris will share meal and accompaniment ideas for New Year's Eve. Recipes and tasting are included. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

Dec. 18

Teen Book Discussion Club: 4-5:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18, Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Join other teens and discuss the book "Twilight," by Stephenie Meyer. The book will be provided at time of registration. Registration is required. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

"A Stockingful of Holiday Movies": 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18; Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Film discussion with film critics Dann Gire and Raymond Benson. To register, visit ahml.info or call (847) 392-0100.

Dec. 19

Friday Afternoon Movie: 12:30-2 p.m., Friday, Dec. 19; Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. Movie is "Thomas Kinkade's Christmas Cottage." Popular painter Thomas Kinkade becomes motivated to become an artist when his family is in danger of losing their home. Rated PG. To register, call (847) 259-3500 ext. 35, or register at phpl.info

Coffee and Conversation: 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 19; Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Current Events Discussion Group shares stories of their personal heroes and discuss how everyone can serve as a role model for others. To register, visit mppl.org/events or call (847) 253-5675.

Dec. 22

Benjamin Franklin: 1-2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 22, Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Kindergartners through fifth-graders can listen to "Benjamin Franklin" share what life was like for him and how his inventions came about. Registration is required. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Dec. 31

Schaumburg Senior Center Book Club: 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive. Sponsored by the Schaumburg Township District Library. (847) 524-7496.

Jan. 14

Writer's Support Group: 6:30-8:45 p.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 14 and Feb. 11, Vernon Area Pub­lic Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. An opportunity for writers - published or not - to critique each other's work and share ideas and techniques. Registration is not required. For information, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

Jan. 27

Divorce and Finance: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27, Harper College, 1200 Algonquin Road, Palatine. Presented by Adra Campbell, past president of the Northwest Suburban Bar Association. Free, registration required. (847) 925-6558.

Jan. 28

Lyric Opera of Chicago Education Corps lecture: 3:30 p.m. Jan. 28, Garlands of Barrington, 1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington. Barrington Chapter of Lyric Opera of Chicago's Outreach Community Education program presents "Tristan Und Isolde" with lecturer John Piepgras. Free and open to the public. New and seasoned opera lovers are welcome. To reserve a seat call Jill Lund at (847) 756-3200. .lyricopera.org.

Feb. 6

Lyric Opera of Chicago Education Corps lecture: 1 p.m. Feb. 6, Garlands of Barrington, 1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington. Barrington Chapter of Lyric Opera of Chicago's Outreach Community Education program presents "Cavalleria Rusticana & Pagliacci" with lecturer Denny Hayes. Free and open to the public. New and seasoned opera lovers are welcome. To reserve a seat call Jill Lund at (847) 756-3200. lyricopera.org.

Feb. 11

Writer's Support Group: 6:30-8:45 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, Vernon Area Pub­lic Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. An opportunity for writers - published or not - to critique each other's work and share ideas and techniques. Registration is not required. For information, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

March 11

Lyric Opera of Chicago Education Corps lecture: 3:30 p.m. March 11, Garlands of Barrington, 1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington. Barrington Chapter of Lyric Opera of Chicago's Outreach Community Education program presents "Abduction From the Seraglio" with lecturer Gary Pett. Free and open to the public. New and seasoned opera lovers are welcome. To reserve a seat call Jill Lund at (847) 756-3200. lyricopera.org.