Events for the whole family are being held at local libraries.
Lake Bluff Public Library
123 E. Scranton Ave.
(847) 234-2540
Movie: “The Homesman,” rated R, will be shown at 1 p.m. May 8. Registration requested.
Vernon Area Public Library
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300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire
(224) 543-1485; calendar.vapld.info
Landmark preservation: Explore landmark preservation success stories throughout Illinois with Bonnie McDonald, president of non-profit Landmark Illinois, at 12:30 p.m. May 7. Bring a lunch starting at noon. Coffee and dessert provided. Registration required.
Round Lake Area Public Library
906 Hart Road
(847) 546-7070
Gong meditation: Experience a unique gong meditation at 7 p.m. May 8. When the sound waves of the gongs reverberate through the body they provide a powerful means of relaxation and meditation. Attendees may bring a mat, pillow and blanket.
Zion-Benton Public Library
2400 Gabriel Ave.
(847) 872-4680; zblibrary.info
Historical presentation: Historian Jim Gibbons will take you through two of the most catastrophic wars in our nation’s history, highlighting significant events that thrust the United States into each of these unwanted wars at 9:30 a.m. May 9. Gibbons will explore the Assassination of the Arch Duke Ferdinand, the sinking of the luxury liner Lusitania, Hitler’s ambition to achieve power, the attack on Pearl Harbor, the dropping of the Atomic Bomb and more, as he discusses the history surrounding World War I and World War II. Registration required.
Tutoring: Volunteers from the Zion Community Focus Group provide free tutoring, homework help, and literacy activities at 4 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays in May. For grades 3-12.
Crafting: Share ideas with fellow crafters and have fun while you work on your favorite projects at 10 a.m. Tuesdays in May.
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