This Week's Events In Arlington Heights Area

Arlington Heights IL

17 May, 2021

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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL — Looking for things to do this week? As more local businesses and venues reopen and it becomes safer to gather in small groups, don't miss what's new on your Arlington Heights Patch community calendar. Here are some events taking place in town this week. Hot tip: If you're hosting an event and want to see it in the next roundup, you can add it to the calendar using this form. As always, it's free to post an event in your community. To reach more people, you can promote your event and share it nearby for $1 per day per community. Online Library Resources for Your Business When: Monday, May 17th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Arlington Heights Memorial Library (Live on Zoom) What: An introduction to the library's online business databases. Learn how to research businesses and consumers, access in-depth information on companies and industries, and conduct market research. Identify potential clients, competitors and opportunities using the library's free ... Learn More Spring Fling Evening StorytimeWhen: Monday, May 17th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Arlington Heights Memorial Library (Live on Zoom) What: End your day with us with an evening storytime. For families with kids ages 0-6. Siblings welcome. Register at https://www.ahml.info/scheduli.... Learn More Mom and Me Diaper Drive When: Monday, May 17th at 11:45 p.m. Where: 8765 W Higgins Road suite 450 What: Each and every year, and especially during the pandemic, our families have identified diapers and wipes as a major area of need.Therefore, in time for Mother's Day, and Kids Above All is launching our first annual Mom and Me Drive. We ask that you help us collect and donate diaper... Learn More eBooks, eAudiobooks, Movies and More When: Tuesday, May 18th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Arlington Heights Memorial Library (Live on Zoom) What: Learn all about the free eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music and magazines you can access from home or on the go with your AHML library card. Register at https://www.ahml.info/scheduli.... Learn More Favorite Things: Local and Obscure Music Edition When: Tuesday, May 18th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Arlington Heights Memorial Library (Live on Zoom) What: Calling all cratediggers and local audiophiles. Join us and bring a friend as we unearth hidden gems, talk local scenes and discuss bands and musicians on the eclectic side. Bring your own beverage to this social, sharing event. You'll meet advisors, librarians and collections... Learn More Homeschool 101 When: Tuesday, May 18th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Arlington Heights Memorial Library (Live on Zoom) What: Interested in homeschooling? This is a terrific opportunity to get answers to the most common questions people have about homeschooling, featuring Kathy Wentz from Wentz Educational Services. Register at https://www.ahml.info/scheduli.... Learn More Art 101: Images of Patriotism in American Art When: Wednesday, May 19th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Arlington Heights Memorial Library (Live on Zoom) What: Join Art Historian Dr. Michelle Mishur for a beautiful slide lecture exploring patriotic themes, symbols, and subjects. Get to know a variety of paintings that inspire feelings of patriotism. She'll discuss images of George Washington, the American flag, American landscapes, a... Learn More Featured Event: NAMI Cook County North Suburban "Light the Way" 2021 Virtual Gala When: Thursday, May 20th at 7:00 p.m. What: Join us virtually on May 20th to celebrate the work of NAMI Cook County North Suburban. Our video presentation will include heartfelt stories about how NAMI CCNS Lights the Way for members of our community with mental illness and those who love them. We are honoring NorthShor... Learn More Featured Event: NAMI Cook County North Suburban "Light the Way" 2021 Virtual Gala (Alyx Kesselring) The Josselyn Center's Spring Benefit When: Thursday, May 20th at 1:00 p.m. What: The Josselyn Center will host a virtual Spring Benefit on Thursday, May 20th from 1:00-2:00 CDT, featuring a conversation with Lucy McBride, MD entitled "Navigating the New Normal: Prioritizing Mental Health Post-Pandemic". All donations from this event will support The Jossel... Learn More Taking Distributions From Retirement Plans When: Thursday, May 20th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Arlington Heights Memorial Library (Live on Zoom) What: The SECURE Act changed basic rules about how we access the money in our retirement accounts, including the age at which we must start, required minimum distributions, and how distributions are calculated for our heirs. Then the coronavirus turned our world upside down, and the... Learn More Featured Event: Pet Adoption Event & Family Fun in the Garden When: Saturday, May 22nd at 10:00 a.m. Where: The Auberge at Highland Park What: Deerfield Animal Care Center located at 150 Waukegan Road in Deerfield, IL is pleased to partner with The Auberge at Highland Park and Orphans of the Storm Animal Shelter for a pet adoption event! On Saturday, May 22 from 10AM to 2PM, the beautiful outdoor garden at The Auberg... Learn More Featured Event: Pet Adoption Event & Family Fun in the Garden (Kerry Morgan) Meet Local Popular Children's Author, Ken Korber When: Saturday, May 22nd at 8:00 a.m. What: Bring your little ones to the Arlington Heights Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to noon for a magical experience as Author Ken Korber reads from his popular children's book series, The Musical Adventures of Grace. The Musical Adventures of Grace book series and the Grace & Fri... Learn More The Magic of Monarchs! When: Saturday, May 22nd at 9:30 a.m. Where: Arlington Heights Memorial Library (Live on Zoom) What: You're invited to this fluttery storytime as we share the magic of Monarch butterflies! Register at https://www.ahml.info/scheduli.... Learn More Oak Brook Artisan Market - Sat & Sun, May 22-23 | 10am-4pm When: Sunday, May 23rd at 10:00 a.m. Where: The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection What: Shop small, local & sustainable at the Oak Brook Artisan Market. We'll be spreading out on the picturesque 10-acre grounds of The Drake Hotel in Oak Brook. Look for the white tents visible from York Rd. (just south of 22nd St.) on & around Great Lawn, Gazebo & Sid... Learn More Chess Club When: Sunday, May 23rd at 11:00 a.m. Where: Arlington Heights Memorial Library (Live on Zoom) What: Develop your child's intellect through the royal game of chess! This 60 minute online class will consist of a fun, interactive teaching period with a live instructor and guided practice time where students can play remotely against one another. Both beginner and experienced p... Learn More Check out more local events, or add your own, on the Arlington Heights Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.