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Through Aug. 29
'Shipwrecked' - The Amazing Adventures of Louis de Rougemont: Through Aug. 29, St. David's Episcopal Church, 2410 Glenview Road, Glenview. Oil Lamp Theater presents this production based on the true story of a Swiss explorer who claimed to have daring adventures in the Asian-Pacific. Filled with exotic islanders, flying wombats, giant sea turtles, and a monstrous man-eating octopus, "Shipwrecked!" is perfect for all ages. 90 minutes, no intermission. Directed by Corey Bradberry; written by Donald Margulies. For information, OilLampTheater.org.
Through Sept. 14
Botanical Art Exhibit: Library hours through Sept. 14, Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. See the Art in the Library exhibit, "Farmer's Market," which is in the library lobby. The beauty seen in the exhibit is depicted by Reed-Turner Botanical Artists Circle, which meets monthly on Zoom and is affiliated with American Society of Botanical Artists. glenviewpl.org/programs/ art-in-the-library.
Aug. 12
Glencoe Farmers Market: 3:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Sept. 30, Wyman Green, 675 Village Green Court, Glencoe. The market features farm-fresh produce and fruit, eggs, honey, flowers and much more, including organic. glencoechamber.org.
Bizarre Bugs & Irregular Insects with Mark Anderson: Virtually at 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 12, Glencoe Public Library. Grades K-three. Kids will play drawing games and create their own creepy crawler. Registration required. A Zoom link will be emailed to you at the time of registration. For information, glencoepubliclibrary.org.
Kickback at Kalk - Concerts in the Park: 3 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 12, Henry Kalk Park, 260 Park Ave., Glencoe. Bring a picnic blanket and enjoy an evening of live music. The Ivy Lane String Quartet will perform this free concert series. Activities start at 5 p.m. and music starts at 6 p.m. glencoe parkdistrict.com.
Author Event with Megan Miranda: Virtually at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 12, Glencoe Public Library. Best-selling author Megan Miranda discusses her new book, "Such A Quiet Place," described as the perfect summer beach read. Receive a signed bookplate with each copy of "Such A Quiet Place" purchased, while supplies last. Purchase from: Barbara's Bookstores, Book Bin, The Book Stall. Presented in partnership with Arlington Heights Memorial Library, Algonquin Area Public Library, Deerfield Public Library, Glencoe Public Library, Highland Park Public Library, Lake Villa District Library, Niles-Maine District Library, Mount Prospect Public Library, Schaumburg Township District Library, Vernon Area Public Library, Wilmette Public Library. glencoepubliclibrary.org.
Virtual Alliance Française du North Shore Ciné Club: Virtually at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 12. Join online for a discussion in French of a French film with English subtitles: "Max et les ferrailleurs." Watch the film on your own through a streaming service such as hoopla or Kanopy. RSVP at Meetup.com/afnorthshore or info@AFnorth shore.org. AFnorthshore.org.
WITS Workout - Brain Exercise Class: 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 12, Glenview Public Library. Participants are led through engaging activities designed to exercise the brain to maintain and enhance brain health. Class size is limited. After registering, receive a confirmation email with an invitation to join the Zoom webinar. Register: bit.ly/WITS-august.
Outdoor Fitness - WERQ: 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 12, Techny Prairie Activity Center, 180 Anets Drive, Northbrook. This addictive cardio dance class is based on the hottest pop and hip-hop music. The workout is nonstop with repetitive athletic moves and fresh dance steps. Class meets in the parking lot at Techny Prairie Activity Center. Free for members; $7 per class for others or save with a five-class pack for $30 (only redeemable for outdoor classes). Fees are paid at the TPAC front desk; admission ticket is submitted to instructor. nbparks.org.
Outdoor Fitness - Yoga Tuneup: 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug 12, Techny Prairie Park and Fields, 1700 Techny Road, Northbrook. Enjoy a morning of yoga on the turf field at Techny Prairie Park and Fields. Free for members; $7 per class for others; save with a five-class pack for $30 (only redeemable for outdoor classes). Fees are paid at the TPAC front desk; admission ticket is submitted to instructor. nbparks.org.
Lunch & Learn - Opposite Mandela: Virtually at noon Thursday, Aug. 12, Illinois Holocaust Museum. Tony Leon occupies a unique place in world history. While serving alongside Nelson Mandela, he was a prominent figurehead during the most turbulent and exciting times in contemporary South African politics. Leon will share key lessons from his work with Mandela and other anti-apartheid leaders. Registration required. ihm.ec/events
Domestic Thriller Night!: Virtually at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 12, Wilmette Public Library. Best-selling authors Megan Miranda and Shari Lapena discuss their new books, "Such a Quiet Place" and "Not a Happy Family." wilmettelibrary.info.
Aug. 13
Family Storytime: Virtually at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 13, Glenview Public Library. Join for a weekly live storytime with Youth Services librarians. Program presented virtually via Zoom. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with an invitation to join the webinar. Registration required. Register: bit.ly/story time-summer.
Live Music Summer Nights: 7-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 13-Saturday, Aug. 14, Johnny's Kitchen & Tap, 1740 Milwaukee Ave., Glenview. Join for Live Music Summer Nights featuring Friday, Aug. 13: Deborah & Rich; Saturday, Aug. 14: Irish Night with Joe Cullen. facebook.com/events/215971707073220.
Signposts on the Prairie - Discover Northern Illinois: 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 13, Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Award-winning author Krista August explores turning points in Illinois history through historical markers. Learn how Northern Illinois attracted early settlers and how, consequently, the wilderness years were left behind. Register: bit.ly/GPL-signposts.
Korean Language Storytime: 4:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 13, Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook. Enjoy a live storytime with stories and activities via Zoom. For Korean-speaking families and those interested in the language. Registration required: northbrook.info.
Family Fun Storytime: Virtually at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 13, Skokie Public Library. Enjoy songs and stories with Ms. Caitlin. Register for each week you wish to attend, and you will receive the Zoom link in your confirmation email. skokielibrary.info.
Movie in the Park - 'Shrek': 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 13, Village Green Park, Shermer and Meadow roads, Northbrook. Join us in the heart of Northbrook with friends and neighbors to watch a movie and eat popcorn. Bring lawn chairs and a picnic dinner while you enjoy this free event. In case of inclement weather, the movie will be canceled. nbparks.org/events/movie- in-the-park-shrek.
Teen Take & Make - Comic Book Crafts: Friday, Aug. 13, Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Celebrate Free Comic Book Day by repurposing comics into cool decorations. Make paper beads into a bracelet or necklace, decorate a photo frame, and make envelopes and origami from comics. Take home kit for grades 9-12. wilmette.libnet.info/event/5118161.
Summer Film Series - 'Death Race 2000': Virtually Friday, Aug. 13, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Register to receive a prerecorded introduction and criticism by our resident film expert Scott, along with a link to watch the film at home through Hoopla or Kanopy streaming services. Check out David Carradine and Sylvester Stallone in this "drive"-in camp classic. winnetka library.libcal.com/event/7710462.
Aug. 14
Quaranteen Movie Night: Virtually at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, Glencoe Public Library. Grades 6-12. Do you enjoy high-quality cinema? What about low-budget shark attack movies? Watch movies of varying quality; join the library's Discord to find out what you'll be watching each week and contribute your own suggestions. glencoepubliclibrary.org.
Virtual SaturD & D: Virtually at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, Glencoe Public Library. Grades 5 and up. Join one of the library's skilled volunteer DMs for the adventure of a summer. Join Discord server or email teens@ glencoelibrary.org for the latest updates. glencoepubliclibrary.org.
Fishing derby: The Northbrook Park District's free Kids' Fishing Derby runs from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 14, at Wood Oaks Green Park, 1150 Sanders Road, Northbrook. Kids 12 and younger accompanied by an adult can bring their own fishing rods and compete for prizes. Some fishing poles will be available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis. The first 125 children will receive a free goody bag with items provided by DICK'S Sporting Goods, Culver's Northbrook and Lou Malnati's. Adults are not eligible for prizes or goody bags. For details, visit nbparks.org or call (847) 291-2993. Anyone 16 or older will need a fishing license.
ScribbleMonster: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, Jackman Park, 1011 Lehigh Ave., Glenview. Bring your dancing shoes and wild imagination for an outdoor concert by the award-winning music and play of ScribbleMonster. Limited space available on a first-come, first-served basis. Masks required. Concert subject to state COVID-19 safety guidelines. Drop in. glenviewpl.org.
The Underground Railroad in Northeastern Illinois: Virtually at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, Glenview Public Library. Larry McClellan discusses the movement of fugitive slaves into Illinois and throughout the Chicago region, focusing on the assistance they were given through the networks of the Underground Railroad. Presented in partnership with the North Suburban Genealogical Society. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with an invitation to join the webinar. Register: bit.ly/GPL-railroad.
Festival of Laughs: 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, Skokie Playfield, 540 Hibbard Road, Winnetka. The Winnetka Park District has partnered with Laible Productions, Inc., to bring you live, professional stand-up comedy once a month, held outdoors. Each show features a headliner, Richard Laible as emcee, plus two up-and-coming Chicago comedians. All shows are adults-only. For information, see winpark.org/event/festival-of-laughs-4.
Aug. 15
Buddha Belly Family Yoga: Virtually at 10 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 15, Glenview Public Library. Children and caregivers unplug and bond through moving, breathing and connecting. After registering, receive a confirmation email with an invitation to join the Zoom webinar. Register: bit.ly/buddha belly-summer.
Outdoor Fitness - Pilates Fusion: 8:45 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 15, Techny Prairie Park and Fields, 1700 Techny Road, Northbrook. Taking the best from Pilates, fusing them with yoga poses and strength training, this class meets at Ball Field #27. Members free; nonmembers $7 per class drop-in fee or five-class pack for $30 (only for outdoor classes). Pay nonmember fees at the TPAC front desk; admit ticket is given to instructor. nbparks.org.
Aug. 16
Board Game Night - Scattergories: Virtually at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 16, Glenview Public Library. Join for a virtual game of Scattergories. Show off your wordsmithing skills by finding the most creative answers. Ages 18 and older. Program presented virtually via Zoom. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with an invitation to join the webinar. Register: bit.ly/GPL-gamenight.
Lego Club: Virtually at 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 16, Glenview Public Library. For children in grades one-six. Receive a new challenge each month to build with your personal Lego collection. Email a photo of your finished creation to youthdesk@glenviewpl.org by the due date to have it displayed in our digital gallery. Register: bit.ly/GPL-LEGO.
Outdoor Fitness - Body weight and Bands Strength: 5:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 16, Techny Prairie Activity Center, 180 Anets Drive, Northbrook. Outdoor fitness classes are free for TPAC members to drop in. Nonmembers pay $7 per class drop-in fee or save with five-class pack available for $30 (only redeemable for outdoor classes). nbparks.org.
Aug. 17
D & D: Virtually at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 17, Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Grades five and up. Join one of the library's skilled volunteer DMs for the adventure of a summer. Information about the campaign to come; join the library's Discord server or email teens@glencoelibrary.org for the latest updates. glencoepublic library.org.
Financial Planning Appointments: Virtually from 9-11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 17, Glenview Public Library. Do you have questions about how to invest, budget, or safeguard your finances? Schedule a free, virtual, one-hour consultation with a Certified Financial Planner. Register online or call (847) 729-7500 ext. 7700. Appointments are offered via Zoom or by phone. Preference given to Glenview Public Library cardholders. Register: calendly.com/glenview pl-business.
The Post-Pandemic Life - The Art of Adapting to Change: Virtually at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 17, Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Learn how to thrive while transitioning to life after the pandemic. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, it upended our routines and caused our daily lives to become uncertain, which created fear and anxiety. Now that restrictions are being lifted, we'll explain how using the "feeling wheel" can help you maintain good mental health while adapting to post-pandemic life, as well as life's other changes. In partnership with the Northbrook Public Library. Register at the Northbrook Public Library. visit.northbrook.info/event/5328117.
Chicago's Union Station & Oldest Pet Cemetery: Virtually at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 17, Niles-Maine District Library. Join Kelli Marshall of Chicago Movie Tours as she takes a train ride into Chicago's Union Station. She'll explain Hollywood's relationship to the station, then explore Chicago's oldest pet cemetery and the first dogs in movies. Register: nileslibrary.org.
Rotary Club of Northbrook presents Author David A.F. Sweet: Noon Tuesday, Aug. 17, Hilton Northbrook, 2855 Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook. Author David A.F. Sweet will discuss his experience at the Olympics that resulted in his book "Three Seconds in Munich." Free with reservation on zoom or paid lunch. portal.clubrunner.ca/2398.
Andertoons - Myth, Magic & Monsters: Virtually at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 17, Wilmette Public Library. Kids will learn to draw all sorts of mythological, fantasy, and fairy-tale characters, and then draw in their own stories. wilmettelibrary.info.
Aug. 18
Career Counseling Appointments: Virtually from 6:15-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 18, Glenview Public Library. Consult virtually with a career expert for resume help, LinkedIn profile review, and job search strategies for any stage of a career. Register online or call (847) 729-7500, ext. 7700. Appointments are offered via Zoom or by phone. Preference is given to Glenview Public Library cardholders. Free. calendly.com/glenviewpl-business.
Music Room 33 1/3: Virtually at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 18, Glenview Public Library. Music, culture, and business journalist Evie Nagy discusses "Freedom of Choice," Devo's 1980 record that made them "insurgent superstars." Program will be held virtually via Zoom. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. Register at https://bit.ly/GPL-Devo.
Outdoor Fitness - Zumba: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 18, Techny Prairie Activity Center, 180 Anets Drive, Northbrook. This cardiovascular fitness class meets outdoors at the Techny Prairie Activity Center parking lot. Outdoor fitness classes are free for members; nonmembers pay a $7 per class drop-in fee or save with a five class pack available for $30 (only redeemable for outdoor classes). Fees paid at the TPAC front desk; receive an admission ticket that is submitted to instructor. nbfitness.org.