The popular author's book has been described as a melding of pop culture and economics.
Five educators will offer brief comments on John Adams as part of the opening reception.
Emre Sencer, history professor at Knox College, will deliver the free lecture at noon.
Flutist Kim Risinger and guitarist Angelo Favis will present the free concert in Kemp Recital Hall.
Events include Bienvenidos, a viewing of "Made in L.A." and a live performance of "Jose Can Speak."
Family, friends and fans will gather to mark Harold Gregor's 80th birthday.
A limited number of tickets are available at all three Campus Dining centers.
Illinois Wesleyan Provost Beth Cunningham and Argonne National Laboratory's Elena Rozhkova will speak this month.
Michelle Cornell, coordinator of Student Loan and Processing, will present at 4:30 p.m.
Each week features a new dish for faculty and staff to sample.
Don't forget to submit a favorite recipe for the Redbird Recipe Contest and to join Campus Dining during faculty-staff appreciation week.