The Winnetka-Glencoe Weekly Social: July 18—July 22

Monday, July 18

Doc Night

Where: The Woman's Library Club, 325 Tudor Ct., Glencoe
When: Movie shows twice, at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Price: Free
Movie: Marwencol

Come see the documentary that the The Washington Post calls a “fine, delicately nuanced portrait of an artist compelled by mysterious forces to create something utterly unique.”

Marwencol, released in 2010, chronicles a man’s return from a devastating attack. As his motor skills return, Mark Hogancamp constructs a scale model of a World War II Belgian village, which he photographs and later showcases in a New York gallery.

For more information, contact the Glencoe Public Library at 847-835-5056 or gckref@glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Bells Ring Out in the Garden

Where: Chicago Botanic Gardens, McGinley Pavilion, 1000 Lake Cook Rd., Glencoe
When: Concert begins at 7 p.m., until 7:45 p.m.
Price: Admission to the garden is free; concert is also free
Performance: Carillon Bells

As lights illuminate the (CBG) darkening Evening Island, attendees can enjoy an enchanting musical performance of carillon bells on a warm summer evening.

The island, one of nine in the gardens, will light up around dusk, “providing a stunning view,” said Carlene Andersen, visitor events and programs coordinator for the garden.

In the past, carillon bells have chimed everything from classical to popular music, including songs by the Beatles.

Hungry? Stop by the Garden Cafe or the Garden Grille. Visitors may also bring a picnic dinner to enjoy.

For more information, contact the garden at 847-835-5440.

Tuesday, July 19

A Night with a Master

Where: Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe
When: Program begins at 7 p.m., until 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Program: A Discussion About the Works of Michelangelo

In honor of the Vatican recently loaning out an official copy of Michelangelo’s Pietà to a Chicago area church, art historian Dr. Michelle Mishur will discuss the works tonight of the Renaissance master.

“They're enormously popular,” said head of circulation Danny Burdett of Mishur's art lectures. “(Attendees) usually say that they got much more out of art exhibits having been to the lectures.”

Examples of early works by Michelangelo, including La Pietà and the statue David, will be considered, as well as later examples from the artist. Mishur will also discuss Michelangelo’s sculpture-making process and provide historical context for his works.

For more information, contact the Glencoe Public Library at 847-835-5056 or gckref@glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Morning Chamber Music
Where: , 1000 Lake Cook Rd., Glencoe
When: Music starts at 10 a.m., until 11 a.m.
Price: Admission to the garden is free; music is also free
Performance: Chamber String Musicians

Music and nature. Put the two together and you have an environment that's both serene and beautiful, Andersen said, “which makes it easy to sit, reflect and enjoy the...surroundings.”

In that vein, young musicians from the Midwest Young Artists academy will perform string chamber music Tuesday morning at McGinley Pavilion in the garden.

Outside food is not allowed, but if you intend to see the performance and would like a bite to eat, the Garden Cafe and Garden Grille will provide food.

For more information, contact the garden at 847-835-5440.

Wednesday, July 20

Possibilities for Parents

Where: Leoleno, 976 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka
When: Lecture stars at 6 p.m., until 7 p.m.
Price: $5

Come join social worker Denaye Barahona, who has nearly a decade of experience coaching families and applying child behavior analysis to parenting.

Barahona will talk to parents during her lecture “Understanding Your Child's Behavior,” providing them with the tools to utilize “gentle discipline,” according to Leoleno owner Catharina Maerklin.

“If they have any questions when wondering about their child's behavior,” parents can ask Barahona during the event.

For more information, contact Leoleno at 847-446-1100 or info@leoleno.com. To purchase tickets to the lecture, click here.

'Around the World in' 60 Minutes

Where: Winnetka Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka
When: Program begins at 7 p.m.
Price: Free

Would you believe that one man lived on five different continents, and that he traveled to 100 different countries? No, neither did Patch, until we heard about world traveler Bill Helmuth.

On Wednesday Helmuth will discuss in 60 minutes his journeys around the world, showing pictures from places he went along the way.

For more information, contact the Winnetka Public Library at 847-446-7220 or WPL director David Seleb at david@winnetkalibrary.org.

Thursday, July 21

Story Time for Kids

Where: The Book Stall, 811 Elm St., Winnetka
When: 10:30 a.m., until 11:15 a.m.
Price: $5 gift certificate per session, purchased at the event=
Just for Kids: Recommended for children, ages 3 to 6. Parents please RSVP
Subject: Fairy Tales

During story time for kid Thursday, someone from the bookstore will read one-or-more stories accompanied by songs, drawings and activities related to the subject of the day.

“They're fresher, they can sit better (and) it's before nap time,” said Book Stall employee Nancy Randall of children who attend the storytelling event.

This weeks story subject, fairy tales, is sure to entertain both boys and girls alike.

For more information, contact the Book Stall at 847-446-8880 or books@thebookstall.com.

Friday, July 22

'Portrait of an Artist'

Where: Leoleno, 976 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka
When: 10 a.m., until 5 p.m.
Price: Portrait is $45, with store purchase; by appointment only

Have your portrait painted by Rebecca Kiel, who's photographs are lightly toned and interwoven with eclectic anecdotes that bring to life a sense of peace, harmony and elegance.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Leoleno at 847-446-1100 or info@leoleno.com.