Northwest suburban enrichment calendar

To have an event listed in this calendar, e-mail the details at least two weeks in advance of the event or registration deadline to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com. Please put "Enrichment" in the subject line.

Computer classes: Forest View Educational Center, 2121 S. Goebbert Road, Arlington Heights. A variety of computer classes are offered in the fall and spring terms. Open to individual classes or for computer training for small businesses. Classes will use Windows Vista and MS Office 2007. Most classes begin in September and are scheduled throughout the term. View classes and register Online at http://www.ce214.org or call to register at (847) 718-7700.

September Computer Programs: Registration for the Mount Prospect Library's September computer programs continues through August. The slate of computer programs will help patrons sharpen their Internet and e-mail usage skills, create documents with Microsoft Word, and provide an introduction to computers for novice users. Space is limited for each program. Visit www.mppl.org/events or call (847) 253-5675.

Film Discussion Circle: 1 p.m. Sept. 2; Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Movie is "Girl with a Pearl Earring." Rrefreshments and a discussion immediately follow the film. No fee or registration required.

Mediation; A Better Way to Resolve Workplace Discrimination: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 2; Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Discover how mediation offers workers and employers a faster, less expensive, and more productive way to resolve workplace disputes. To register, visit www.mppl.org/events or call (847) 253-5675.

Weaving and Textiles: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 3, Spring Valley Nature Center, 1111 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Park District host historian Sharon Krengel, an accomplished spinner and weaver, who will present, " The Fabric of Man." Krengel explores the uses of linen, wool and cotton in early America. Includes hands-on demonstration. Free, no registration required. (847) 985-2100.

Here Comes the Bride: 7 p.m. Sept. 4; Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Avenue. Vintage dress collectors Ruth Thomas and Chloe Berg display and model bridal dresses at "Here Comes the Bride." Register at www.ahml.info under programs or call (847) 392-0100.

Picnic, Plein Air and Pastimes: 1-4 p.m. Sept. 7; Arlington Heights Historical Museum, 110 W. Fremont St. Community-wide free event. Picnic on the museum grounds; old-time games and cupcake walk; live music, annual Plein Air event with local artists working throughout the grounds, Call (847) 255-1225 or visit www.ahmuseum.org.

Blogging for Beginners instructional workshop: 7 p.m. Sept. 8, Adult Classroom, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. See examples of blogs, learn how to register for a blog and how to incorporate various features, including text, photos and links. Free, to register, call (847) 923-3347.

Modern Classics book discussion: 10 a.m. Sept. 8; Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Book is "Travels with Charlie," by John Steinbeck. To register or pick up the book, call (847) 870-3710.

Palatine Yoga Center: 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sept. 13, Himalayan Yoga and Meditation Center, 109 W. Slade St., Palatine.

"Relax and Renew with Restorative Yoga Poses." Learn to bring the body back to health by letting go of tension in muscles and joints, $35. (847) 221-5250. www.hymcillinois.com.

Women in transition: 7:30-9 p.m. Sept. 9, Rasmussen South room at the Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. Donna Hillcoat of Between Us: Personal Coaching for Women, will present "Women in Transition: Designing the Next Chapter in Your Life." Registration required call (847) 923-3347.

Starting a Business in Illinois: 7 p.m. Sept. 9; Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Free workshop on "The First Step to Starting a Business in Illinois," will be presented in the Business Center. Presenter is Bonnie Richter, MBA, Director of the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Harper College. Register online at www.ahml.info under programs or call (847) 392-0100.

Let Them Eat Cake: 7 p.m. Sept. 9; Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Cake stylist and pastry chef Mark Seaman demonstrates the art of creative cake decorating. Winner of the 2007 National Wedding Cake competition, Seaman will have cake sampling at end of program. Register at www.ahml.info under programs or call (847) 392-0100.

Private guitar lessons: 3-9 p.m. Tuesdays or Wednesdays, Sept. 9 through Nov. 12; Prairie Lakes Community Center, 515 E. Thacker St., Des Plaines. For students ages 8 and older, beginner through advanced musician. Park district residents $200; nonresidents $225. Call (847) 391-5700 or visit www.desplainesparks.org.

Writers workshop: 7 p.m. Sept. 10; Indian Trails Library, Wheeling. Award-Winning suspense author Jennie Spallone will facilitate a writers workshop titled "Slashing Those Cliches; banishing boring words and phrases from your prose and poetry." Call (847) 459-4100 to register.