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Glenview, Northbrook and North Shore events: April 6-12

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April 6

Healthy Teeth Storytime: 10 a.m. Thursday, April 6, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Hear stories from a real dentist and learn about how to keep your pearly whites healthy and strong. Presented by Grins on Green Bay. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Demystifying Acupuncture: 10 a.m. Thursday, April 6, through the North Suburban YMCA, Northbrook. Join Al Ladesic, a licensed acupuncturist with Restorative Acupuncture & Wellness, for a talk on the pain-relieving benefits of acupuncture. Ladesic will cover the major causes of chronic pain and how acupuncture works to tap into the body's innate ability to heal itself. Register. (847) 272-7250 or www.nsymca.org.

Sally Field with Jenny Riddle: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 6, at Niles-Maine District Library, 6960 Oakton St., Niles. Performer Jenny Riddle brings to life actress Sally Field, based on Field's memoir. In an intensely personal accounting of her life, discover how Sally Field eventually finds her own voice. Register. (847) 663-1234 or www.nileslibrary.org.

Armchair Travels: 1 p.m. Thursday, April 6, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Trek 105 miles through the Alps as Brian Michalski guides you along Europe's world-famous Tour du Mont Blanc. Register. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Mario Kart Tournament: 4 p.m. Thursday, April 6, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Pick your favorite Mario character and race your way to victory. Ages 9 and older. Register. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Glenview's Got STEAM - Robotics: 4:30 p.m. Thursday, April 6, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Presented by Glenview's Got STEAM of Glenbrook South High School for grades five-eight. No prior knowledge required. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Intro to Windows PC: 5 p.m. Thursday, April 6, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Learn the basics of navigating and operating a Windows PC. Register, (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

K-9 Reading Buddies of the North Shore: 6 p.m. Thursday, April 6, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Read some of your favorite stories to a trained therapy dog. Register for a 15-minute slot at the Youth Desk or by phone at (847) 256-6945. Wilmette and Kenilworth residents only (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Laser Engraved Wooden Spoons: 6 p.m. Thursday, April 6, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Personalize your kitchen with your own laser engraved wooden spoon. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Computer Security: 6 p.m. Thursday, April 6, at Niles-Maine District Library, 6960 Oakton St., Niles. Learn the various measures you can take to keep your computers, smartphones and tablets secure with anti-virus software, web browsing, email, password best practices and much more. Register. (847) 663-1234 or www.nileslibrary.org.

Be Green When You Garden: Virtually at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 6, through the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Gardeners are the original green people, but when was the last time you evaluated your gardening practices to see how green (environmentally friendly) you really are? Learn simple ways to garden while conserving water and using fewer chemicals. Look at environmentally friendly gardening practices, including proper plant selection, water conservation and composting. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Is an Electric Vehicle Right for You?: 7 p.m. Thursday, April 6, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Learn about the benefits and some of the common myths of electric vehicles. Presented by Kate Carney, Cook County Department of Environment & Sustainability's Community Outreach coordinator. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

BookBites Book Discussion: 7 p.m. Thursday, April 6, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. April's discussion title will be "China Room" by Sunjeev Sahota. Books available at the library. Drop in. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

April 7

Imagination Playground: 9:30 a.m. Friday, April 7, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Play and build with the library's big blue blocks. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

StoryWalk Storytime: 9:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. Friday, April 7, at Little Bear Garden at Gallery Park, 2001 Patriot Blvd., Glenview. Take a walk with the Youth Services librarians at the library's StoryWalk. Interact with "Jayden's Impossible Garden" with activities and a special craft. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Chair Yoga: Virtually at 10 a.m. Friday, April 7, through the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Join instructor Isabel Raci for a session of gentle chair yoga and guided meditation. Tune in to stretch, breathe, gain flexibility and strengthen the body in an accessible way with seated poses. Perfect for beginners, students will leave class feeling relaxed and grounded. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Sensory Shenanigans: 10 a.m. Friday, April 7, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Join us for an hour of interactive free play. Activities in this program will foster fine and gross motor skills, and concepts through play. This program is sure to be a little messy (and fun!) so wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty! Ages 0-4 with a caregiver. 847-446-7220 or winnetkalibrary.libcal.com , (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Be Our Guest - Read with a Princess: 10 a.m. Friday, April 7, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, Northfield Branch, 1785 Orchard Lane, Northfield. Come join actress Jessica McClure as she inhabits some of your favorite female characters from the big screen. After forty minutes of engaging character-related activities, each child will get an option to interact and take photos with each character one-on-one. Please register each child and adult. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Polymer Clay Creations: 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 7, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. For children in grades three-six. Learn basic techniques to create polymer clay charms, figurines, and more. Follow along with a shared project, or let your own creativity flow. Registration required. www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Escape Room: 11 a.m. and noon (grades 2-4); 2 p.m. (grades 5-8); and 3 p.m. (grades 5-8), Friday, April 7, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Do you have what it takes to solve the puzzles and escape the world of Dr. Seuss? Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Career Counseling Appointments: 11 a.m. Friday, April 7, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Consult in-person with a career expert for resume help, LinkedIn profile review and job search strategies for any stage of your career. Appointments are offered in person on the first Friday of the month or via Zoom/by phone on the third Wednesday of the month. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Crafternoon: 2 p.m. Friday, April 7, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. No school today? Join for an afternoon of crafting fun. Stay the whole time or drop in when you'd like. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

School's Out Movie - 'Onward': 2:30 p.m. Friday, April 7, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Two brothers embark on a quest to bring their father back for one day. Rated PG. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Lego Builders: 3:30 p.m. Friday, April 7, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. For children in grades one-six. Do you love Lego and using your imagination? The library will bring out its stash of Lego pieces for an awesome building challenge. Registration required. Lego classes are supported by the Janet Hauser Fund. www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Mother-Son Date Night: 6 p.m. Friday, April 7, at Northbrook Leisure Center, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. Join for a memory-making night. The evening is filled with a pizza dinner and entertainment. Registration is per adult-child couple; an additional child can attend but must register separately. This show is wildly entertaining for children and adults. $49-$65. (847) 291-2995 or www.nbparks.org.

Teen Flashlight Egg Hunt: 7 p.m. Friday, April 7, at West Elm Park, 1155 Elm St., Winnetka. Gather your friends in a team of up to four people and get ready to find some eggs. Teams will race against the clock to fill up their baskets with the most eggs. First-place winners will each receive a $10 dollar gift card to a Winnetka business. The second-place winners will each receive a $5 dollar gift card to a Winnetka business. Register. www.winpark.org

HeartSaver CPR: 9 a.m. Saturday, April 8, at Fire Department Headquarters Station 26, 1304 Lake Ave., Wilmette. The village of Wilmette CPR/AED certification program teaches residents how to effectively deliver CPR and how to correctly use an AED in accordance with current American Heart Association guidelines using the American Heart Association Heartsaver instructional course. Courses are taught by Wilmette firefighters certified by the American Heart Association. The cost per person is $25. Fees are payable by cash or check at the beginning of the class. Classes are for Wilmette residents or individuals employed within the village of Wilmette. To register, contact the fire department between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. at least five business days prior to the class date. www.wilmette.com.

April 8

Brunch with the Bunny: 10 a.m. Saturday, April 8, at Northbrook Leisure Center, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. Join for a delicious brunch, crafts, activities and a visit from the Spring Bunny. Children under 24 months are free. Advance registration is required. www.nbparks.org

50th Annual Egg Hunt: 10 a.m. Saturday, April 8, at Crow Island Woods Park, 1140 Willow Road, Winnetka. EB the bunny is coming to Winnetka. Each family will have a few minutes with EB for a greeting and picture. Afterward, children can hunt for eggs, visit the petting zoo, and play on inflatables. Space is limited, register early. www.winpark.org

Little Play Cafe: 10 a.m. Saturday, April 8, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Join your librarians for a short storytime, followed by free play for the little ones and coffee for the grown-ups. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

She Came from Nowhere - Finding Hidden Female Ancestors: 1 p.m. Saturday, April 8, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Through two case studies, Katharine Andrew explores different solutions to the difficult genealogical problem of finding information on female ancestors, who seemingly come from nowhere. Presented in partnership with the North Suburban Genealogical Society. Program presented virtually via Zoom and in person at the library. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Mandarin Bilingual Storytime: 2 p.m. Saturday, April 8, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Introduce your family to Mandarin through simple stories, music and hands-on activities with educator Emma Forquer. Register each child and adult that will be in attendance. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Saturday First Run Film: 2 p.m. Saturday, April 8, at Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook. Screened in the first floor Auditorium, "Tár" (Rated R), stars Cate Blanchett as Lydia Tár, the groundbreaking conductor of a major German Orchestra. The film is largely praised as a searing examination of power, and its impact and durability in today's society. (847) 272-6224 or visit.northbrook.info.

Nache Mayuri's Duswag: 2 p.m. Saturday, April 8, at Center Theatre at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie. Nache Mayuri Bollywood Dance School's 10th anniversary celebration show. $10- $72. https://northshorecenter.org/event/nache-mayuri.

April 10

Drop-In Free Play: 9:30 a.m. Monday, April 10, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Little ones can drop in to explore and play with a different selection of toys and manipulatives each week. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

American Musical Theater Legends with Susan Benjamin: Virtually at 1 p.m. Monday, April 10, through the Glencoe Public Library. Presenting Gene Kelly - Part Two. www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Messy Mondays: 4 p.m. Monday, April 10, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Drop-in for a messier craft and leave the cleanup to the library. For families. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Say It With Stickers: 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 10, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Join for a teen and adult sticker making program using the library's Silhouette Cameo cutter. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Food For Thought Cookbook Book Club - Iconic American Food: 7 p.m. Monday, April 10, 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, when available. "America, The Cookbook," by Gabrielle Langholtz and "BraveTart: Iconic American Desserts," by Stella Parks. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Glenview Writers Group: 7 p.m. Monday, April 10, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Hone your writing skills in a friendly, supportive environment while giving and receiving encouragement and feedback on current projects. New and experienced writers of all genres are welcome. Program presented virtually via Zoom and in person at the library. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Kabbalah and Healing Prayer Class: 7 p.m. Mondays, April 10, through May 1, at Congregation Bene Shalom, 4435 Oakton St., Skokie. Learn practical Kabbalah basics to enrich your life and to pray for others. Beginners as well as experienced students are welcome. $50-$75. Register. (847) 677-3330 or www.beneshalom.com.

April 11

Financial Planning Appointment: 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 11, 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 in-person consultation with a Certified Financial Planner. Preference given to Winnetka-Northfield Library Card holders. Register. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Northbrook Garden Club: 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 11, at Northbrook United Methodist Church, 1190 Western Ave., Northbrook. Linda Taylor from the landscape design firm Roots 2 Success will demonstrate how to view your landscape from a new perspective and offer tips on how to determine where a focal point might be located and identify what is missing to make it look like a professional designed garden. She will offer distinct types of focal points other than plants to draw your eye where you want it to go. Linda will share her secrets to make your landscape the best it can be. The public is welcome. To attend, register at NBKgardenclub@gmail.com.


Classics & Contemporary Book Discussion: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 11, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Join us to discuss "Gilead" by Marilynne Robinson. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Environmental Book Club - The Carbon Footprint of Everything: Virtually at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 11, through the Northbrook Public Library. Join to discuss "The Carbon Footprint of Everything" by Mike Berners-Lee, an informative and entertaining look at the carbon footprint of a multitude of things, from bananas to cryptocurrency. Copies of the book are available at the Reference desk. Advance registration required: (847) 272-6224 or www.northbrook.info/events.

Low Vision Support Group: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 11, at Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie. Learn about current research, assistive devices and community resources for people who have been diagnosed with an eye condition or have a family member who has vision impairment. Group is facilitated by a licensed social worker from Friedman Place, a nonprofit organization that provides housing and supportive services to adults who are blind or visually impaired. This event allows participation in-person, on Zoom. (847) 673-7774 or skokielibrary.info.

Make Your Own Mini Masterpiece: 3 p.m. Tuesday, April 11, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Stop in or grab a kit to take home and make your own mini masterpiece. Then bring it back to be displayed around the library the week of the One Book Everyone Reads author event, May 8-12. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Manga Book Club: 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 11, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Come chat about your favorite manga and anime series while doing a fun craft. Ages 10 and older. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Berthe Morisot French Impressionist: Virtually at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 11, through the Glencoe Public Library. Berthe Morisot, a founding member of the Impressionist movement, participated in all but one of the group's eight public exhibitions. Learn about her life and art along with her relationship to the Impressionist movement. Art historian Jeff Mishur returns to present this online program, featuring Morisot's figural works, scenes of modern life and still life subjects. www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

At Home Film Series: Virtually at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 11, through the Wilmette Public Library. Join for a virtual discussion of "Handsome Devil" (2016). A loner and a star athlete are forced to share a bedroom at boarding school. They form an unlikely friendship tested by the authorities. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Improv at the Library: 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 11, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. No one's too old to play pretend. Join librarian and Second City graduate Sheri Reda in a series of improv exercises and games for theater. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Local Author Meet & Greet: 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 11, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Stop by to meet local authors and explore their work. If you're a local author and are interested in participating, visit glenviewpl.org/local-authors. Drop in. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Literary Gardens: 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 11, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. From Agatha Christie to Michael Pollan, join master gardener and natural history writer Cindy Crosby for a fun look at gardens in literature and poetry. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Clue: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 11, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, Northfield Branch, 1785 Orchard Lane, Northfield. This month's book is "A Heart Full of Headstones" by Ian Rankin. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

April 12

Great Books Discussion: 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 12, 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 April discussion title will be "Medea" by Euripides. Moderated by Michael Bartlett, journalist/editor and Glenview resident. Participants are responsible for obtaining their own materials. For questions, contact Michael at (773) 220-2553 or mbartlett11@yahoo.com. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Morning Movie: 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 12, at Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie. Viewing of "The Greatest Showman." This musical drama tells the story of Phineas Taylor Barnum, who would go on to become one of the most famous men in the history of entertainment. Starring Hugh Jackman, Michelle Williams, Zac Efron and Zendaya (2017/105 minutes/PG). (847) 673-7774 or skokielibrary.info.

Preschool Nature Storytime: 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Celebrate nature through stories, songs, and hands-on activities for children, ages 3-5, with an adult. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

When to Upgrade your Computer, Phone or Tablet: Virtually at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, through the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. How do you know when it's time to buy a new device, and when it's worth trying to fix your existing device? This class will review the options and the questions you should ask. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Excel Working with Tables: 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Learn how to create tables and pivot tables, sort and filter data and work with large spreadsheets. Basic Excel skills required. Program presented virtually via Zoom and in person at the library. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Family Science: 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Have fun while experimenting. Come participate in fun STEAM activities that will leave a lasting impression. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

STEAM Lab: 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Investigate the world of birds and weave paper and twine to build your own bird nest. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

DIY Mushroom Houses: 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Children, in grades four-eight, transform terra cotta pots into mushroom homes perfect for any garden. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Business After Hours: 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at Avidor, 650 Waukegan Road, Glenview. A monthly gathering that helps forge new business relationships and renew existing bonds, Business After Hours rotates among member businesses and provides a relaxed, casual atmosphere. This free event is an excellent opportunity to finish the business day in the company of fellow chamber members and grow your circle of contacts. Drop by. This event is open only to Chamber members and prospective members business.glenviewchamber.com.

DIY Street Number Plaque: 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Laser engrave your address onto a plaque to spruce up your doorstep. Due to limited class sizes, registration for Studio classes is limited to Winnetka-Northfield Library District cardholders until the week of the event. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Intro to Machine Sewing for Adults: 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Join for beginner instruction to sewing on a sewing machine, focused on learning proper threading techniques, bobbin winding and troubleshooting common threading problems. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Best Travel Apps for Your Summer Vacation: 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at Niles-Maine District Library, 6960 Oakton St., Niles. Discover mobile travel apps that can help make planning your summer vacation a breeze. Register. (847) 663-1234 or www.nileslibrary.org.

Pajama Storytime: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Get cozy in your PJs and bring your favorite lovie to enjoy stories, songs and rhymes before bedtime. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Rachel Carson - 'Silent Spring': 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Actress and historian Leslie Goddard becomes environmentalist Rachel Carson in this living history program, portraying Carson's love for the natural world, passion for writing, and her work to awaken us to the beauty and fragility of nature. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Ongoing

Kids & Students Visit Illinois Holocaust Museum Free: Museum hours through April 16, at Illinois Holocaust Museum, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie. Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center is excited to offer free admission to kids and students during spring break. Tickets can be reserved line prior to visiting at https://ihm.ec/springbreak. (847) 967-4835 or ihm.ec.

'Once': Runs through April 16, at Writers Theatre, 325 Tudor Court, Glencoe. This 2012 Tony Award-winner for Best Musical is based on the 2007 Irish musical film and features gorgeous songs like the Oscar-winning "Falling Slowly." Performed by an accomplished cast of actors playing their own instruments on the intimate Nichols Theatre stage, this will be a "Once" like you've never seen it before. www.writerstheatre.org

Special Exhibition - 'The Negro Motorist Green Book': Museum hours through April 23, at Illinois Holocaust Museum, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie. "The Negro Motorist Green Book" highlights the history of "The Green Book," the annual guide created in 1936 by Harlem postman Victor Green, that provided African American travelers with information on restaurants, gas stations, department stores and other businesses that welcomed Black travelers during the Jim Crow era. Developed by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service, in collaboration with award-winning author, photographer and cultural documentarian, Candacy Taylor, "Green Book" offers an immersive look at the reality of travel for African Americans in midcentury America, and how the guide served as an indispensable resource for the nation's rising African American middle class. For information, (847) 967-4835 or ihm.ec.

Neil Simon's 'Rumors': 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays through April 23; and 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 19, at Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave., Skokie. A dinner party goes hilariously wrong when the host and hostess disappear after one seems to have shot the other. From the master of American comedy, Neil Simon. $34-$38. (847) 677-7761 or skokietheatre.org.

'The Revolutionists': Runs through April 30, at Oil Lamp Theater, 1723 Glenview Road, Glenview. Imagine if four badass, very real women, who lived boldly in France during the French Revolution's Reign of Terror had met and exchanged ideas before losing their heads? What if former queen Marie Antoinette, playwright Olympe De Gouges, assassin Charlotte Corday and Haitian rebel Marianne Angelle, uncensored and full of ideas, grappled together with how to change the world? Oh ... and it's a comedy. By Lauren Gunderson, directed by Elizabeth Mazur Levin. $30-$45. oillamptheater.org.

Glenbrook South Claass of 1973 50-year Reunion: The Glenbrook South Class of 1973 will hold its 50th reunion the weekend of Sept. 30, 2023. The Class Reunion Committee has planned several events around Glenview beginning Friday, Sept 29, and extending through Sunday, Oct. 1. Members of the class interested in learning more should contact David Telleen-Lawton at dtl@alumni.stanford.edu.

Family Storytime: 9:30 a.m. Thursdays, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Singing, dancing, stories and bubbles for ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available morning of event, at the Youth Services Desk, on a first-come, first-served basis. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Family Storytime: 9:30 a.m. Thursdays, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Stories, songs, and fun with the Youth Services Librarians. Drop in. No storytime on April 13. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Baby Storytime: 9:30 a.m. Thursdays, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Rd, Glenview. Free. Rhymes, songs, and fun for ages through 23 months with an adult. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Toddler Storytime: 10 a.m. Thursday, March 30, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Join for singing, dancing and stories for toddlers, ages 18 months-3 years with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available morning of event, on a first-come, first-served basis. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Family Storytime: 5:45 p.m. Thursdays, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Stories, songs and fun with the Youth Services librarians. Drop in. , (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Baby Storytime: 9:30 a.m. Mondays, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Rhymes, songs, and fun for children, through 23 months with an adult. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Family Storytime: 10 a.m. Mondays, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, Northfield Branch, 1785 Orchard Lane, Northfield. Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles. Tickets for storytime will be available the morning of event, at the Youth Services desk, on a first-come, first-served basis. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Monday Movers: 10:30 a.m. Mondays, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. For children of all ages with an adult. Wear your dancing shoes and join the Youth Services librarians as they twirl into the week. Drop in. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Family Storytime: 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays through April 18, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Singing, dancing, stories and bubbles for ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available day of event, at the Youth Services desk, on a first-come, first-served basis. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Toddler Storytimes: 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Shake your sillies out at this fun, interactive storytime for children, ages 2-3, with an adult. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Move and Play: 10 a.m. Tuesdays through April 18, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Join for 30 minutes of music, movement, and a story for kids, ages 5 and younger, with their caregivers. Optional stay and play until 11 a.m. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Tales for Tots: 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. All ages with caregiver. Join for books, songs, and more to build early literacy skills, then stick around after stories to play and socialize. Stories: 10:30-11 a.m.; play: 11-11:30 a.m. Drop in; space may be limited by room capacity. www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Big Kid Storytime: 4 p.m. Tuesdays, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Stories and songs for ages 4 and older. (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Lapsit Storytime: 9:15 a.m. Wednesdays, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Children through 12 month with an adult, share rhymes, bounces, and tickles. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Family Storytime: 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Singing, dancing and stories for ages 0-5 with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available the day of event, at the Youth Services desk, on a first-come, first-served basis. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Baby Storytime: 10 a.m. Wednesdays, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Join for a storytime focused on early literacy, complete with stories, songs, baby bouncing and movement exercises for babies through 18 months with parent/caregiver. Tickets for storytime will be available day of event, on a first-come, first-served basis. (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Join for Healthy Teeth Storytime at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 6, at the Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., and hear stories from a real dentist. Presented by Grins on Green Bay. For information, www.wilmettelibrary.info. Courtesy of Wilmette Public Library
Performer Jenny Riddle brings to life actress Sally Field at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 6, at the Niles-Maine District Library, 6960 Oakton St. In an intensely personal accounting of her life, discover how Sally Field eventually finds her own voice. Register. For information, www.nileslibrary.org. Courtesy of Jenny Riddle
Join "Read with a Princess," featuring actress Jessica McClure, at 10 a.m. Friday, April 7, at the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library's, Northfield Branch, 1785 Orchard Lane. Register. For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org. Courtesy of Winnetka-Northfield Public Library
Mother-Son Date Night will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, April 7, at the Northbrook Leisure Center, 3323 Walters Ave. Join for a memory-making night filled with a pizza dinner and entertainment. Registration is per adult-child couple; an additional child can attend but must register separately. $49-$65. For information, www.nbparks.org. Courtesy of Northbrook Park District
Virtually join for American Musical Theater Legends with Susan Benjamin at 1 p.m. Monday, April 10, through the Glencoe Public Library for Gene Kelly-Part Two. For information, www.glencoepubliclibrary.org. Courtesy of Glencoe Public Library
Art Historian Jeff Mishur virtually presents Berthe Morisot French Impressionist at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 11, through the Glencoe Public Library. Learn about her life and art along with her relationship to the Impressionist movement. Register. For information, www.glencoepubliclibrary.org. Courtesy of Glencoe Public Library
Join librarian and Second City graduate, Sheri Reda, in a series of improv exercises and games for theater at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 11 at the Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave. You're never too old to play pretend. For information, www.wilmettelibrary.info. Courtesy of Wilmette Public Library
  Join Intro to Machine Sewing for Adults at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at the Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road. Come and learn the proper threading techniques, bobbin winding and troubleshoot common threading problems. Register. For information, www.glenviewpl.org. Steve Zalusky/szalusky@dailyherald.com
Actress and historian, Leslie Goddard, becomes environmentalist Rachel Carson at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at the Glenview Public Library, portraying Carson's love for the natural world, passion for writing and her work to awaken us to the beauty and fragility of nature. Register. (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org. Courtesy of Elmhurst History Museum
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