Mark your calendar: Oct. 7-13

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Ongoing

'Anyone Can Whistle': Runs through Oct. 10, The Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave., Skokie. MadKap Productions presents the Tony Award nominated musical, "Anyone Can Whistle." This musical tells the story of the mayor of a small town who tries to fake a "miracle" to boost her popularity as well as the bring tourist money to the town. Performances are Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Tickets are $38-$45 and available at skokietheatre.org.

Children's Art Contest: Through Friday, Oct. 15, Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Pick up an entry form and guidelines for this year's bookmark art contest at the Youth Services Desk or print them out online at mgpl.org/art. Entries will be accepted at the Youth Services Desk or by mail through Friday, Oct. 15. Grades K-eight. Only one entry per child allowed. Winning entries will be published with the name and school of the artist, then distributed in the library for all to admire and use. Join on Facebook Live as the winners are announced on Monday, Nov. 1. mgpl.org/events.

Wilmette Local Legends Audio Tour: Wilmette Historical Museum, 609 Ridge Road, Wilmette. Stop outside the homes of some Wilmette notables by car, bicycle, or on foot to hear the audio on your phone. Get maps from the webpage or pick up at the Museum during open hours. For information, email museum@wilmette.com or call (847) 853-7666. Free. wilmettehistory.org

Oct. 7

Babytime on the Lawn: 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. A bonding experience for caregivers and babies. Space is limited. Tickets for will be distributed at the Reading Boy statue on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 9:15 a.m. wilmettelibrary.info.

Tales for Tots: 9:30 a.m. or 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Ages 0-5 with adult; masks are required for all participants over age 2. Classic storytime for all ages. Read, sing, talk, and play to build early literacy skills. When registering, provide the total number of people, including adults and children, who plan to attend. To register, call the children's department at (847) 835-5056. glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Family Storytime: 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles. Tickets for storytime will be available that morning at the Youth Services desk on a first-come, first-serve basis. (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Baby Signs: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. For ages birth-4 with an adult. Pre-readers and their families learn American Sign Language together. Registration required. glenviewpl.org.

COVID and College Admissions: 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at North Suburban YMCA, 2705 Techny Road, Northbrook. Join Wei Zhang, a Certified Financial Educator and Certified College Consultant, for an in-depth discussion on the college admission process and COVID impact. Have your questions answered. Free and open to the public. Register at nsymca.org/yes-speaker-schedule. For information, contact Pam Racansky at NSYMCAinfo@nsymca.org; call (847) 272-7250 or visit nsymca.org.

Can't-Put-It-Down Nonfiction Discussion: Virtually at 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, through the Glencoe Public Library. Join for a discussion of "The Code Breaker: Jennifer Doudna, Gene Editing, and the Future of the Human Race" by Walter Isaacson. Discussion led by Judy Levin. glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Exotic Morocco: 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Explore the palaces, mosques and museums of the cities of Casablanca, Fez, Marrakech and Rabat with travel professional Nancy McCully. Admire the mountain ranges and discover the beauty of the Sahara Desert. wilmettelibrary.info or (847) 256-5025.

Alliance Française du North Shore Ciné Club: Virtually at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7. Join online for a discussion in French of a French film with English subtitles: "Le roi de coeur." You'll watch the film on your own through a streaming service such as hoopla, Kanopy, YouTube or Amazon. RSVP at Meetup.com/afnorthshore or write to info@AFnorthshore.org. (847) 858-1274 or AFnorthshore.org.

"White Like Her - My Family's Story of Race & Racial Passing": Virtually at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook. Free. Gail Lukasik tells the story of her mother's decision to pass for white in the historical context of the Jim Crow South, and the consequences of that decision. (847) 272-6224 or northbrook.info.

How to Navigate the Health Care System -Advocate Lutheran General Hospital: 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie. Sandra Saldana, cultural and community liaison at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, will provide information on health care programs and specialties, as well as how to access them. Information will be available in different languages. (847) 673-7774 or skokielibrary.info.

Full STEAM Ahead!: 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Learn all about how science, technology, math, art and engineering affect our lives every day through cool experiments. Registration required. Ages 5-8 with parent/caregiver. winnetkalibrary.org.

Glenview's Got STEAM: 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. For grades five-eight. Presented by the Glenbrook South Women in STEM. No prior knowledge required. Contact information is shared with Glenbrook South instructors. glenviewpl.org.

Art Reception for Susan Bennett: 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at North Suburban YMCA, 2705 Techny Road, Northbrook. The Community Gallery in the North Suburban YMCA has a new show in October of loose abstract paintings by Chicago area native Susan Bennett. The art is for sale, and a portion of the proceeds benefits the Y's Visual Arts Program. The public is invited to a reception for Bennett in the Community Gallery on from 5-8 p.m. on Oct. 7. For information about the Community Gallery, contact Cathie Winnie at cwinnie@nsymca.org or call (847) 272-7250. nsymca.org.

The Holocaust and the Human Experience - A Cinematic and Musical Journey: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at Illinois Holocaust Museum, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie. Acclaimed concert pianist Dr. Marvin Berman presents a live performance featuring clips from films about the Jewish experience prior to, during, and after the Holocaust, as well as piano improvisations of the films' musical scores. Dr. Berman's performance pulls from an array of emotional cinematic treasures, including excerpts from "Sophie's Choice," "Europa Europa," "Life is Beautiful," "Enemies-A Love Story," "Music Box," and "Schindler's List." He will also share his commentary and highlight his inspirations for each piece in a post-concert Q&A. $5- $20. Reservations required. Members must sign in to take advantage of their member discount. Register at http://ihm.ec/bermanoct7. (847) 967-4835 or ilholocaustmuseum.org.

Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning Basics: Virtually at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Learn about wills, trusts, powers of attorney probate and guardianship with attorney Jacob K. Ehrensaft. Take the first step to create or update a plan that is appropriate for you. wilmettelibrary.info or (847) 256-5025.

Not Quite -Asian Americans and the "Other" in the Era of the Pandemic and the Uprising: Virtually at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Professor turned storyteller, Dr. Ada Cheng uses storytelling to explore several major themes in this presentation: the meanings of home(land), racial profiling and the image of the perpetual foreigner, and anti-Asian racism under the pandemic. winnetkalibrary.org.

BookBites Book Discussion: 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, through the Glenview Public Library. October's discussion title will be "The Night Watchman" by Louise Erdrich. Books are available at the library one month prior to meetings. Limited digital copies available through Libby, by OverDrive. Discussion will take place at the Niles-Maine District Library, 6960 Oakton, Niles. glenviewpl.org.

Organizing Your Genealogy: Virtually at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Learn how to get organized with online tools. glenviewpl.org.

Quilting Lecture: 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at Lutheran Church of the Ascension, 460 Sunset Ridge Road, Northfield. Dr. Tracy Vaughn-Manley of the African American Studies Department at Northwestern University presents a visual display of the connections through the 20th century, of the distinctive aspects that define the Black Aesthetic quilting tradition. Quilting is used by Black women novelists: Toni Morrison, Alice Walker and others. She presents quilting in modern African American literature and art. (630) 222-1930 or illinoisquilters.com.

Virtual Open House: 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, at Christian Heritage Academy, 315 Waukegan Road, Northfield. Explore Christian Heritage Academy online, meet teachers and staff, and ask questions while you learn about the Christ centered, PK-Grade 12 school. (847) 446-5252 or christianheritage.org.

"Songs for Nobodies": Runs through Oct. 31, at Northlight Theatre, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. This tour-de-force performance celebrates the iconic work of Judy Garland, Patsy Cline, Billie Holiday, Edith Piaf and Maria Callas. Share in the unexpected encounters between these legendary divas and the ordinary women whose lives were changed by their brush with fame. northlight.org.

Oct. 8

Shabbat Service: 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. Friday, Oct. 8. Celebrate Shabbat at Jewett Park Community Center, 836 Jewett Park Drive, Deerfield. Led by Rabbi Jonathan Ginsburg, this Shabbat service is joyful and participatory, in Hebrew and English, with much singing. We also learn and discuss religious, cultural and contemporary subjects important to our community (and ban partisan politics). Bnai Chai is a Jewish friendship circle (not a congregation and not affiliated with any formal movement) that meets regularly for services and social gatherings. Visit bnaichai.org/living-jewishly/ or call Donna Behm at (773) 401-2416 for more information.

Chair Yoga: Virtually at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 8, at Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Practice seated poses in one of the gentlest forms of yoga available, led by certified yoga instructor Cher Walter. All experience levels welcome. Wear comfy clothes. mgpl.org/events or (847) 965-4220.

Caregiver Coffee Hour: 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 8, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Stop in for coffee and conversation with other caregivers while our Youth Services Librarians share new book titles and other literacy tips. winnetkalibrary.org or (847) 446-7220.

Baby Time Bounce and Rhyme: 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 8, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. For babies 0-14 months with adult. Join for songs, bounces, stories and more with your baby. Grown-ups, get ready to move and sing along as you learn fun ways to engage with your little one. Babies must be born on or after Aug. 1, 2020. glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Fright Night Fridays: 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 8, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Grades six-12. Join for scary Friday night movies. Movies will be streamed on the library's Twitch. glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Fall Film Series - 'Hereditary': Virtually Friday, Oct. 8, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Register to receive a prerecorded introduction and criticism by our resident film expert Scott Siegel, along with a link to watch the film at home through Hoopla or Kanopy streaming services. Catch this terrifying modern classic starring Toni Collette just in time for Halloween. winnetkalibrary.org.

Oct. 9

Wilmette French Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, Wilmette Metra, 722 Green Bay Road, Wilmette. A French styled open air market featuring fresh produce, baked goods, local retail businesses and community groups. wilmette.com/visitors/french-market.

Park Ridge Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday through Oct. 30, 15 Prairie Ave., between Main and Garden, in Park Ridge. This market, is open rain or shine. Find a great selection of fruits, vegetables and other local food products. The vendors change each week, so be sure to check back for the freshest food and latest events. Free; parkridgefarmersmarket.com.

Morton Grove French Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays through October, Harrer Park, 6140 Dempster St., Morton Grove. Join at Harrer Park every Saturday through October. Find farm fresh produce, eggs, meats, baked goods, gourmet foods and delicious restaurant fare. Free. mortongroveil.org/morton-grove-french-market.

Spooky Science Show: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, at Jackman Park, 1011 Lehigh Ave., Glenview. Watch as scientist Steve Belliveau creates spooky themed experiments using liquid nitrogen, elephant toothpaste, wacky sounds, CO2 smoke bubbles, and more! Free. glenviewpl.org.

Twenty-first Star Chapter NSDAR October Meeting: 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, at Park Ridge Country Club, 636 N. Prospect, Park Ridge. The Twenty-first Star Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution will hold its October Luncheon meeting. Emma Marston, the interpretive curator for the Des Plaines History Center, presents "Historic Des Plaines Cemeteries." Twenty-first Star Chapter NSDAR serves the Park Ridge, Niles, Des Plaines and Morton Grove areas. Any woman 18 years or older, who can prove lineal decent from a patriot of the American Revolution, is eligible for membership. Fee for luncheon is $32.75. Call Dorothy Wilson at (847) 328-6946.

From the Source's Mouth: 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Know who to trust when learning more about your ancestors. Dr. Dan Hubbard shares his tips and tricks on how to determine fact from fiction when researching family genealogy, whether the information is coming from ancestors or research documents. Presented in partnership with the North Suburban Genealogical Society. This program will be held simultaneously in-person in the community room and virtually via Zoom. Registration required. glenviewpl.org.

Winnetka Newsboy - Reading the Detectives: 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. This event brings to life the young narrator of "Newsboy," the acclaimed Winnetka boyhood memoir by author Gary D. Cole, and the detective stories of Encyclopedia Brown, Sherlock Holmes and more, that he eagerly checks out from the Winnetka Public Library. This one-actor staged reading of passages from the memoir and these beloved detective stories is ideal for young readers ages 8-12, as well as their parents and grandparents. winnetkalibrary.org.

ARTober Poster Screen Printing: 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Try out screen printing an ARTober poster from a selection of ink colors. Learn the process of using cut vinyl and a screen press to print to paper. Print your own ARTober poster and customize it further with pens and paint. (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Krafty Kids -Leaf Printing: 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Grades K-three. Join Ms. Litchman for a Saturday afternoon story and make a leaf printing to take home. Registration required. This is an in-person, indoor program. Masks are required for all participants. glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Oct. 10

Skokie Farmers Market: 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 7, Skokie Village Hall parking lot, 5127 Oakton St., Skokie. Shop and meet the people who grow your food. Fruits, vegetables, eggs, bakery, honey, plants, even treats for your dog. Sharpen your knives. Prepared food vendors. Occasional local artisans. Entertainment and activities. skokie.org/434/Skokie-Farmers-Market.

Every Song Has a Story - Black Music's Impact on America: 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 10, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. From the work songs that drowned out the whips, to the rhythms of rock 'n' roll, Linda Gorham takes you on a musical journey as she tells the stories behind the influential songs and artists that shaped American music. This event will livestream in the Community Room. Patrons can register to view the program live in the Community Room or online via Zoom. Registration required. glenviewpl.org.

Self-Care Sunday: Virtually at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 10, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Grades six-12. Follow along on Twitch with some simple self-care activities to help you stay relaxed and centered. glencoepubliclibrary.org.

American Compositions for Saxophone and Piano: 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 10, at Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie. Saxophonist Andrew Carpenter and pianist Sharon Peterson perform music by American composers. The concert begins with Scott Joplin's ragtime selection, "The Entertainer." The program features works for saxophone and piano, including "Romance" by William Grant Still, "Picnic on the Marne" by Ned Rorem, and William Albright's "Sonata." (847) 673-7774 or skokielibrary.info.

Learn and Play Chess: 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 10, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Build critical thinking, logic, and memory skills with chess. Expert chess play Ivan Figueredo provides a lesson and supervises play. Registration with licess.org is also recommended as it will be used in the program. Ages 7 & up. (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Illinois Holocaust Museum Accessible Afternoon: 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 10, at Illinois Holocaust Museum, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie. Join for a very special afternoon at the Museum designed with individuals with disabilities and their families in mind. Explore the museum on your own terms in a way that suits your sensory, processing, and educational needs in the Museum's Accessible Afternoon, presented in partnership with Keshet. Don't miss this opportunity to interact with exhibitions modified to best suit your style of engaging with the world. Masks are required and social distancing guidelines will be encouraged at this on-site program. ihm.ec/accessibleafternoon or (847) 967-4835.

Cub Scouts Pack 156 New Member Event: 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 10, at The Grove, 1421 Milwaukee Ave., Glenview. Free. A fun family-friendly pack event that will be a great introduction to Cub Scouts. Feel free to join if you would like to learn more about the organization. The Cub Scouts are dedicated to building character and life skills for all children in Kindergarten through fifth grade. (773) 383-7299.

Oct. 11

Outdoor Family Storytime: 9:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 11, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Celebrate stories through songs and movement activities outdoors. Bring a blanket for your household to sit on. glenviewpl.org.

American Musical Theater Legends: Virtually at 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 11, through the Glencoe Public Library. American Musical Theater Legends with Susan Benjamin. Oct. 11 features Rosemary Clooney. glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Your Space: 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 11, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette. Drop-in to the Teen Room Monday nights for board games, Nintendo Switch games, music, crafts, snacks and more. Hang out and relax before the week gets away from you. (847) 256-5025 or wilmettelibrary.info.

Vinyl Cut a Constellation Symbol: 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 11, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. . Learn to use the library's vinyl cutter to make a constellation sticker and let everyone know your sign. This program is on-site in the Studio. Items can only be supplied to those on the registration list. (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Learn Image Editing in GIMP: 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 11, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Learn how to edit photographs and create artistic compositions in GIMP, a free image editing program. Registration required. glenviewpl.org.

Introduction to Web Development: 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 11, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Learn the basics of web development with Sensei from Code Ninjas Glenview. In four weekly sessions, learn to create web content using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Apply skills you learn on a project of your choice. No prior knowledge required. GPL card required. You must commit to all four classes in the series. Registration required. glenviewpl.org.

Food For Thought Cookbook Book Club -The Cheese Stands Alone: 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 11, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? Check out one of the spotlighted cookbooks, try some recipes and bring a dish to share. The books are available for checkout at the library and through Hoopla. "A Field Guide to Cheese: How to Select, Enjoy, and Pair the World's Best Cheeses," by Tristan Sicard; "That Cheese Plate Will Change Your Life," by Marissa Mullen and Sara Gilanchi; "The Eli's Cheesecake Cookbook: Remarkable Recipes from a Chicago Legend," by Maureen Schulman. winnetkalibrary.org.

Oct. 12

Tales for Tots: 9:30 or 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Ages 0-5 with adult; masks are required for all participants over age 2. Read, sing, talk, and play to build early literacy skills. Registration required. (847) 835-5056 or glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Preschool Storytime: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Join for an energetic and interactive storytime, complete with stories, songs, and more that are perfect for preschoolers. Ages 3-5. This is an in-person storytime. Tickets will be available the morning of storytime on a first-come, first-served basis, and can be retrieved at the Youth Services Desk at the Winnetka Library. (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

33 1/3 - Geeta Dayal's Another Green World: Virtually at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at Glenview Public Library. Join author Geeta Dayal as she helps unravel Another Green World's many mysteries. Through interviews and archival research, learn the strange story of how Another Green World formed the link to Brian Eno's future and foreshadowed his metamorphosis from glam rocker to sonic painter and producer. glenviewpl.org.

Financial Planning Appointment: Tuesday, Oct. 12, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Do you have questions about how to invest, budget, or safeguard your finances? Schedule a free, one-hour consultation with a Certified Financial Planner. Appointments are offered in person but can be scheduled via Zoom or by phone. Appointments are limited to Winnetka-Northfield Library Card holders. (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Family Storytime: Virtually at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at Glenview Public Library. Join for a weekly live storytime with our Youth Services librarians. Register on Zoom at https://bit.ly/sorytime-autumn.

Classics & Contemporary Book Discussion: Virtually at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at Wilmette Public Library. Join on the second Tuesday of the month to discuss both new and classic novels. wilmettelibrary.info.

Family Storytime on the Lawn: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Stories, songs, and rhymes. Space is limited. Tickets for all time slots will be distributed outside at the Reading Boy statue on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 10:15 a.m. the day of. (847) 256-5025 or wilmettelibrary.info.

Outdoor Family Storytime: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Join for a weekly live storytime with Youth Services librarians. Register on Zoom at https://bit.ly/sorytime-autumn.

Home Safety: Virtually at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at North Suburban YMCA, Northbrook. Rosemary Gerstner of Senior Helpers of Greater Chicago will discuss home safety and the micro-social determinants of health that help us safely age in place. Free and open to the public. nsymca.org/yes-speaker-schedule. For information contact Pam Racansky at NSYMCAinfo@nsymca.org; call (847) 272-7250 or visit nsymca.org.

Illinois Assistive Technology Program with the Low Vision Support Group: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie. Learn about resources, programs and assistive technology devices and vendor information available through the Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP). This is a special edition of Low Vision Support Group. IATP is a nonprofit agency that promotes the availability of assistive technology services and programs for people with disabilities. IATP serves all people with disabilities in the state of Illinois regardless of age or income. This is a hybrid event with the option to participate remotely on Zoom. (847) 673-7774 or skokielibrary.info.

OneDrive Basics: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Learn how to store and share your files digitally and access the free web version of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Microsoft account required. Class will be held simultaneously in-person in the Tech Lab and virtually via Zoom. Physical space is limited. glenviewpl.org.

Art Explorers JR: 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Make a beautiful painting. (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Big Kid Storytime: 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette. Stories, songs and dramatic play for big kids. Space is limited. Tickets will be distributed at the Reading Boy statue on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 3:45 p.m., the day of the program. (847) 256-5025 or wilmettelibrary.info.

Art Explorers: 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Make a beautiful painting and learn about an interesting era of art history. Ages 9-13 years. winnetkalibrary.org.

Author Event with Catherine Grace Katz: Virtually at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Join for a slide lecture presented by Catherine Grace Katz, author of "The Daughters of Yalta: The Churchills, Roosevelts, and Harrimans: A Story of Love and War." glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Chicago's Newest Murals - Communities, Celebrities and Whimsical Characters: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Travel through the Chicago area with historian Beth Sair to learn how artists are improving neighborhoods one mural at a time. Hear unique details about Chicago's history and uplifting stories about the artists and what drove them to create these murals about communities, celebrities and whimsical characters. (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Queer History and Heroes: Virtually at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, through the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Who are the LGBTQ+ heroes that you should know? In honor of National Coming Out Day, learn about queer history-makers with local historian and expert John D'Emilio. Registration required. Ages 13 and older. A Zoom link will be emailed to participants a few days in advance of the event. (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

At Home Film Series: Virtually at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, Wilmette Public Library. Join for a virtual discussion of "Big Night" (1996) starring Ian Holm, Isabella Rossellini, Liev Schreiber, Marc Anthony, Minnie Driver, Stanley Tucci & Tony Shalhoub. (847) 256-5025 or wilmettelibrary.info.

Clue - A Mystery Book Club: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. This event will take place on Zoom and in person as a hybrid program. Led by Melissa Morgan. This month's selection is "The Woman Who Stole Vermeer: The True Story of Rose Dugdale and the Russborough House Art Heist" by Anthony Amore. Pick up a book from the library or download the e-book on Libby by Overdrive. winnetkalibrary.org.

Oct. 13

Great Books Discussion: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Join the monthly Great Books Discussion Group where readers of great works discuss big questions and their answers in a friendly, welcoming setting. The October discussion title will be "The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire" by Edward Gibbon. Moderated by Michael Bartlett, journalist/editor and Glenview resident. Participants are responsible for obtaining their own materials. For questions, contact Michael at mbartlett11@yahoo.com. Drop in. For information, glenviewpl.org.

Bright Beginnings: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Winnetka firefighters will talk about fire safety and read some books. Tickets for story time will be available at the desk one hour before story time starts. They are first-come, first-serve. (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

Family Storytime on the Lawn: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Stories, songs, and rhymes. Space is limited. Tickets for all time slots will be distributed outside at the Reading Boy statue on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 10:15 a.m. the day of. (847) 256-5025 or wilmettelibrary.info.

Wednesday PM Fiction Discussion: Virtually at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, at Glencoe Public Library. Join for a discussion of "Great Circle" by Maggie Shipstead. Discussion led by Judy Levin. glencoepubliclibrary.org.

ARTober Poster Screen Printing: 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. . Try out screen printing an ARTober poster from a selection of ink colors. Learn the process of using cut vinyl and a screen press to print to paper. Print your own ARTober poster and customize it further with pens and paint. (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

True Story -Nonfiction Book Club: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. . This event will take place on Zoom and in person as a hybrid program. Explore critically acclaimed nonfiction books. Find out for yourself that sometimes fact truly is stranger than fiction. This month's selection: "Empire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty" by Patrick Radden Keefe. (847) 446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.org.

The Color of Law & Reversing Segregation: Virtually at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, Wilmette Public Library; Glencoe Public Library; Glenview Public Library; Northbrook Public Library. Author and researcher Richard Rothstein presents on the policies that led to racial segregation in American communities and what can be done to reverse these practices and work toward racial equity. Co-sponsored by 30 Illinois libraries and held in partnership with Racial Awareness in the North Shore and the Together is Better Alliance. wilmettelibrary.info; glencoepubliclibrary.org; glenviewpl.org; or northbrook.info.

ACT Reading: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. College Nannies & Tutors provides reading tips, annotation advice, and test-taking strategies to help increase your ACT reading score. A Google Doc with notes, tips, and strategies will be provided for all who attend. Registration required. glenviewpl.org.

New and Emerging Blood Cancer Treatments Conference: Virtually at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13. The New and Emerging Treatments conference is hosted by the Leukemia Research Foundation for blood cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, family members, and health care professionals. In this free virtual program, physician experts present on specific blood cancer conditions, all focused on the latest advances in treatments. Each presentation will be followed by a live Q&A. Questions can be submitted in advance through the registration form. (847) 919-6247 or allbloodcancers.org.