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Monday
The Notorious Seth Paine: In his 56 years of life, Seth Paine was a colorful character who worked on the Underground Railroad, opened a bank that relied upon seances to make decisions about lending money and raised a family in Lake Zurich and Chicago. Come hear his story and decide for yourself whether he was a humanitarian or peculiar fellow. Registration is required. Please call or visit the library’s website for more information. 7 p.m. Monday, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich, free, 847-438-3433
Knights of Columbus Bingo: Knights of Columbus is having weekly bingoas a fundraiser to help support Santa Maria church and the community. Knights of Columbus is a nonprofit family fraternal service organization. 6:45 p.m. Monday, Santa Maria Del Popolo Catholic Church, 116 N. Lake St., Mundelein, free, 847-566-8213
English as a Second Language class: Township High School District 113 is offering a free English as a Second Language class. Registration is requested. 9 a.m. Monday, 9 a.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. Friday, North Chicago Public Library, 2100 Argonne Drive, North Chicago, free, 847-689-0125
Tuesday
Chair Yoga: Experience safe yoga movements and poses that build awareness of your body and breath. This three-session series leaves participants relaxed and refreshed. All fitness levels are welcome. 2 p.m. Tuesday, Antioch Public Library, 757 Main St, Antioch, free, 847-395-0874
Author Luncheon with Lisa See: Lisa See discusses her new novel, “The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane.” In this novel, Li-yan is one of the few young women beginning to move beyond the confines of her mountain village. Register at the Lake Forest Book Store by calling. The fee includes lunch with the book included. 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Froggy’s French Cafe, 306 Green Bay Road, Highwood, $60 for lunch and book, 847-234-4420
Advocate Condell Medical Center Bereavement Group: This is asupport group for widows, widowers, significant othersor anyone grieving the death of someone close. The groupmeets every Tuesday, except forthe fifth Tuesday of the month at the Daycare Center, Building 700, Solarium 11048, adjacent to the West Tower and the Conference Center. For additional Information contact: matthew-j.holmes@advocatehealth.com. 7 p.m. Tuesday, Advocate Condell’s Intergenerational Daycare Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville, free, 847-816-4585
Wednesday
Start Strong Business Boot Camp: This accelerated small business boot camp in four sessions, explores business fundamentals needed to start and run a new business. Evaluate your business idea including personal objectives, business feasibility, market potential and financial strength. This class provides the resources, support, and motivation. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, College of Lake County, Grayslake Campus, 19351 West Washington St., Grayslake, $100, 847-543-2033
Tarot Readings at Re-Invent Gallery in Lake Forest: Madelyn Sergel of Contemporary Tarot offers tarot readings every Wednesday at the Re-Invent Gallery in Lake Forest. Both by-appointment and walk-in readings are available Wednesdays, scheduled appointments between noon and 2 p.m. and walk-ins 2 p.m.to 4 p.m. Readings range from 5-10 minutes to 20+ minutes, depending on the question and number of cards used. Tarot reading gift certificates are also available. Noon Wednesday, Re-Invent Gallery, 202 E. Wisconsin Ave., Lake Forest, $15-$50; To schedule a reading, e-mail madelyntarot@gmail.com., 224-419-5119
Rain Gardens in the Home Landscape: Conserve Lake County director of member services Greg Rajsky provides an interactive lecture covering how the importance of rain gardens, that are properly designed and maintained, can perform ecosystem services that benefit the environment. Learn what rain gardens do, why they are important, and how they add beauty and value to your landscape. This is co-sponsored with Ancient Oaks Foundation. Registration is required by calling or visiting the library’s website at www.eapl.org. 7 p.m. Wednesday, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich, free, 847-438-3433
Soup and Spirit: A light meal of soup and bread is served, and after their fellowship time, at about 7 p.m., they continue their Lenten Study of the book “Fear of the Other” by William H. Willimon. Everyone is welcome. For more information contact the church office. 6:15 p.m. Wednesday, St. Peter United Church of Christ, 47 Church St., Lake Zurich, free, 847-438-6441
Guided Meditation: Learn easy meditation techniques to create balance in your life. 7 p.m. Wednesday, Round Lake Area Public Library, 906 Hart Road, Round Lake, free, 847-546-7060
Google Explained: The discussion focuses heavily on Google’s advertising platform called Google AdWords and Google Analytics. Learn the benefits of using Google products to help business owners make better decisions. How is the whole platform of Google suite of products changing and what is free and what is paid for? Noon Wednesday, College of Lake County – Southlake Campus, 1120 South Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills, $25, 847-543-2033
