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Out & About Worth checking out in Lake County

Book Talk, 'The Birds of America': 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods, 21850 Riverwoods Road, Deerfield. Joel Oppenheimer, one of the country's foremost authorities on John James Audubon, has produced and authored the first complete reproduction of Bien chromolithographs: 150 full-color illustrations in facsimile form. A limited number of books will be available for purchase ($350) and signing. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Brushwood Center. To reserve a copy in advance, call (847) 968-3308. Registration required for the program: (847) 968-3321 or www.LCFPD.org.

Colorful, Savory, Delicious: 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, Wauconda Area Public Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Chef Dave will teach you how to paint a masterpiece with food. Nutritious dishes will be presented and samples and recipes will be shared. Free. Visit www.wauclib.org.

Anna Blessing Author Visit: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 19, Vernon Area Public Library, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. "Locally Brewed" celebrates the Midwest's craft brewing movement with profiles of 20 of the area's most celebrated breweries. Author and photographer Anna Blessing shares stories that illuminate the craft beer and artisanal brewing trends. Books are available for purchase and signing. Registration is required: www.vapld.info or (224) 543-1485.

Sleight of Heart, An Evening of Tales and Magic: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 19, Wauconda Area Public Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Will Tremont magician, mentalist, and raconteu, will charm with an evening of illusion and storytelling. Free. Visit www.wauclib.org.

It's Thursday Concert Series: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 19, William E. Brook Memorial Entertainment Center, 902 Skidmore Drive, Antioch. Concerts include musical entertainment, shopping and dining. The Fifth Annual Farmers Market operates from 3-7 p.m. Thursdays. On June 19, Hot Rocks and Kaleidoscope Eyes will perform a tribute night for the 50th anniversary of the Rolling Stones and Beatles. Free. Visit www.antioch.il.gov.

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