Events related to books and those that enrich your mind, such as book signings and sales, book clubs and writers’ groups, lectures, classes and discussions. Deadline is two weeks before event date.

Chicago’s Minimum Wage Law: 12:30-1:15 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Woodruff Imberman will discuss Chicago’s minimum wage law and how it will affect business in the surrounding area. Bring a lunch for this series presented with the Buffalo Grove Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce in the library’s annex. Registration recommended; visit www.vapld.info.

Every Child Ready to Read: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21, Warren-Newport Public Library District, 224 North O’Plaine Road, Gurnee. Parents and educators of children ages birth through 5 years can learn about the six early literacy skills that every child needs in order to learn to read. Youth Services staff will share some age-appropriate and fun early literacy activities. Adults only. Register at wnpl.info or call (847) 244-5150.

Fire Behavior and Using Extinguishers: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21, Vernon Hills High School, 145 Lakeview Parkway, Vernon Hills. Tony Rodkey from Countryside Fire Protection District will demonstrate how household items cause fires and how the fire triangle is connected to everyday life. Class includes hands-on fire extinguisher training. $5. Registration required; visit www.ComEd128.org, or call (847) 247-4576.

Identity Theft, Fraud, and Scams: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21, Libertyville High School, 708 W. Park Ave., Libertyville. This free class will highlight how to identify potential scams and fraud, and how to protect yourself from identity theft. Registration required; visit www.ComEd128.org, or call (847) 247-4576.

Brain Matters: 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22, Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. This interactive program will help participants understand normal age-related brain changes, causes of dementia symptoms (some can be reversed), and brain disorders like Alzheimer’s disease. For anyone concerned about a loved one’s brain health and their own. To register, call (847) 223-5313.

Literacy, Learning, Laps and Laughter: Noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Swipe, tap, and co-play with the help of expert Gail Lovely as she explores ways to use touchscreen-based apps and other technology as literacy building blocks. Bring a lunch at 11:30 a.m.; the library will provide coffee and dessert. Children welcome. Held in the library annex, 4 Indian Creek Drive, Lincolnshire. Registration required; visit www.vapld.info.

Opening Doors to Literacy: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22, Stevenson High School, West Auditorium, 1 Stevenson Drive, Lincolnshire. Educational pioneer Gail Lovely shares key examples and experiences that parents, teachers, child advocates, and care practitioners can use to support literacy for children and enhance their learning development. Adults only. Presented by the Vernon Area Public Library District. Registration recommended. Visit www.vapld.info.

Pet First Aid and CPR: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22, Our House of Hope, 1840 Industrial Drive, Suite 330, Libertyville. Participants in this hands-on and interactive class will learn how to perform basic CPR and first aid techniques on a pet and make a first aid kit to take home. Class is appropriate for families with children ages 10 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Tuition is $30 per family; list each family member who plans to attend on the waiver form when registering. A portion of the tuition will be donated to Our House of Hope. Registration required; visit www.ComEd128.org or call (847) 247-4576.

Novel Night Book Discussion: 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 27, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Discuss “Modern Girls” by Jennifer Brown. Copies are available for extended checkout at the Adult Desk. Registration recommended; visit www.vapld.info.