Publications & Sites 
Community calendar for June 1
Updated: July 8, 2012 8:20AM
Deadline for calendar items is two weeks in advance of the desired publication date. Send information to: Community Calendar, Pioneer Press, 3701 W. Lake Ave., Glenview, IL 60026; fax to (847) 486-7451 or e-mail to glenview@pioneerlocal.com.
The Chicago Botanic Garden
The following events will take place at the Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road in Glencoe. For more information call (847) 835-5440 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org.
Registration for the 2012: summer day camp programs has begun. In addition to the Chicago Botanic Garden’s weeklong summer day camp, Camp CBG now offers full-day camps from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. for two weeks for children ages 6-9. Among the camps offered are My First Camp 2 & 3; Green Sprouts; Green Thumbs; Explorer; Adventurers; Leaders in Training; Yoga Bash; and Discover Dance.
Camp CBG provides: exciting and enriching learning experiences for children ages 2-12. The Garden offers weeklong camps with morning, afternoon, and all-day options from June 18 to Aug. 17. Online registration is open through June.
Families visiting the Garden: can borrow Discovery Backpacks from the Information Desk in the Visitor Center. They are available year-round and will be loaned out on a first-come, first-served basis.
Butterflies & Blooms: an outdoor butterfly garden where visitors can immerse themselves with live tropical butterflies will be open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, June 2-Sept. 3, weather permitting. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 3-12. Members receive $1 off each price. Combination tickets are available for Butterflies and Blooms and the Model Railroad Garden and cost $8 for adults and $5 for children. Members receive $1 off each ticket price.
The Lenhardt Library: will present an exhibition of “Rare Seeds, Creative harvest: Artists Books Inspired by the Rare Book Collection” through Aug. 12. The library hours are from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday; from noon-4 p.m. Saturday and by appointment on Sunday.
Fitness walks: are offered from 8 a.m.-9 a.m. through Nov. 17. The cost for four sessions is $38 for members and $46 for nonmembers; eight sessions is $76 for members and $92 for nonmembers; 12 sessions is $114 for members and $138 for nonmembers; 16 sessions for $152 for members and $184 for nonmembers; and a season pass is $285 for members and $345 for nonmembers. Individual rates are $10.
Vegetable and Herb Basket Workshop: will take place from 1-3 p.m. June 7. The fee is $79 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Plein Air drawing and Painting: In the Greenhouse and Gardens will take place form 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursdays, June 7-July 26. The fee is $374 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Divide and Conquer Your Perennials: will take place from 10 a.m.-noon June 9. The fee is $62 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Bird Walk: Summer Nesting Birds will take place from 7:30-9 a.m. June 9. The fee is $19 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Discovering Scratchboard Visiting Artist Program: will take place from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 9 and 10. The fee is $287 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Summer Garden Maintenance: will take place from 1-3 p.m. June 10. The cost is $37 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Modern Garden History: will take place from 6:30-9 p.m. Mondays, June 11-Aug. 13. The cost is $337 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Modern Garden History: will be discussed from 6:30-9 p.m. Mondays, June 11-Aug. 13. The cost is $337 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Subtropical Gardening for Chicago: will take place from 1-3 p.m. June 13. The cost is $39 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Backstage Pass: Shoreline Restoration Project will take place from 9:30-11:30 a.m. June 14. The cost is $39 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Eight Months of Color for the Garden: will take place from 9 a.m.-noon June 16. The cost is $74 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Designing with Native Plants: will take place from 1-4 p.m. June 16. The cost is $74 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Father’s Day Canoe Adventure: will take place at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. 1 p.m. or 3 p.m. June 16 and 9 a.m., 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. June 17. The cost is $54 for members and members receive a 20 percent discount.
A Classic Summer Scene at Mettawa Manor: will take place form 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. June 16. The cost is $124 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Botany for Botanical Artists: will take place from 6-9 p.m. Thursdays, June 16-July 14. The cost is $224 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Natural Vistas: Chicago’s Heirloom Landscapes: A Special Program will take place from 6:30-8:30 p.m. June 19. The cost is $25 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Wrapped in Gold: Silk Scarf-Dyeing Workshop will take place from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 19. The cost is $99 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Taste of Mexico: highlighting the cuisine and beverages of Mexico, will take place from noon-6 p.m. June 16-17. Advance tickets are $25 for Garden members and $30 for nonmembers. Day-of tickets cost $30 for members and $35 for nonmembers. Participants must be 21 to purchase tickets.
Ed Valauskas, curator of rare books: will give a talk on the Rare Seeds exhibition at 2 p.m. June 16.
The farmer’s market: will be open from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. the first and third Sundays of each month through Oct. 21.
Malott Japanese Garden Family Sundays: will take place from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. June 17, July 1, 15, Aug. 5, Sept. 2 and 16.
Carillon Concert Series: will take place with tours at 5:30 p.m. and the concerts at 7 p.m. Mondays through Sept. 3.
Music on the Esplanade: will take place from 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays through Aug. 28.
Tuesday Morning Music Series: will take place from 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays through Aug. 28.
Dancin’ Sprouts: will take place from 5: 30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 29.
Hot Summer Nights: will take place from 6-8 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 30.
Scout Campout: will take place June 9 (rain date June 15). The cost is $50 per child and $20 per adult chaperone. A deposit of $200 per group is required to reserve campout. Contact Youth Programs at (847) 835-8239 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org/scout.
Ikebana International Show: will take place from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. June 9 and 10.
Sogetsu School of Illinois: Ikebana Sogetsu Exhibition will take place from noon-4:30 p.m. June 16 and from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. June 17.
Summer Containers: at the Garden will be discussed from 10 a.m.-noon or 6:30-8:30 p.m. June 21. The fee is $87 for nonmembers and members receive 20 percent discount.
Evergreen Pruning: will take place form 7-8:30 p.m. June 21 and from 9-11 a.m. June 23. The fee is $62 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Gardener Meets Grill: will take place from 1:30-3:30 p.m. June 23. The fee is $37 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Introduction to Grading and Drainage: will take discussed from 6:30-9 p.m. Wednesdays, June 27-Aug. 29 and from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. July 21 and 28. The fee is $337 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Discover Indiana Dunes: will take place from 1-3 p.m. June 27. The fee is $39 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Trees as a Legacy: in Design and Development will take place from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. June 28. The fee is $75 for nonmembers and members receive a 20 percent discount.
Summer Dinner Dance: will take place at 7 p.m. June 22. Tickets begin at $750. Call (847) 835-6944.
Illinois African Violet Society: State Show and Sale will take place from noon-4:30 p.m. June 23 and from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. June 24.
Chai Group of Hadassah: North Shore Chapter will hold their installation luncheon at 11:30 a.m. June 13 at The Arboretum Club, 401 Half Day Road, Buffalo Grove. The featured speaker will be Suzanne Strassberger, director of State Government Affairs Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago. The cost is $36. Call (847) 205-1900; e-mail northshore@hadasah.org; or visit www.northshore.hadassah.org.
Clubs
Glenview Gardeners : Will sponsor a “Members Only” Plant Exchange for the June meeting at 7 p.m. June 12 at the home of Pamela Frank. Plant divisions and cuttings grown by members are acclimated to the area and garden tested. Plans for the upcoming garden walk will be finalized. The Club is open to both men and women. For information call (847) 724-2286, email ggardeners@gmail.com or visit www.glenviewgardeners.org.
Glenview Gardeners Annual Garden Walk & Plant Sale : Takes place 1-4 p.m. June 24. Guests are invited. Three Glenview area gardens will be open 1-4 p.m., each characterized by the garden club members who tend them. For directions visit the website. The first garden is at the home of Esther and Dan Behnke, 2981 Landwehr Road, Northbrook; the second garden is at the home of Nancy and Richard Spears, 807 Surrey Lane, Glenview; and the third garden is at the home of Brigitte Steinforth, 2138 Robincrest Lane, Glenview. Questions call (847) 724-2286; email ggardeners@gmail.com or visit www.glenviewgardeners.org.
International Brotherhood of Magicians Ring 43 : Meeting at 7:30 p.m. June 15 in the South Conference Room at St. Francis Hospital, 355 Ridge Ave., Evanston, for its annual close-up magic contest. Non-magicians are invited for this event, as well as magicians of all skill levels. Admission is free for members and $5 for guests, which may be applied to membership. Questions call Robert K. Miller (847) 272-3850 or miracles@magicmiller.com or visit www.ring43.org.
Alliance Française du North Shore: will offer “Café Conversations, Evening Edition” in French from 7:30-8:30 p.m. June 11 at a Panera, or location to be announced. Membership is not required. The meeting is open to beginning French students to fluent native speakers. Listening in French is encouraged. Visit http://alliancefn.wlkcommunity.com or e-mail alliancefn@yahoo.com.
Community
A free Alzheimer’s CARE training workshop: Is being offered at 1 p.m. June 20 at the Home Instead Senior Care office, 3100 Dundee Road, Suite 107, Northbrook. RSVP for the workshop at (847) 418-3300.
The Falconaires Combo: With seven musicians and vocalist, will perform in concert at 2 p.m. June 10 in the Lakeview Room of the Park Center, 2400 Chestnut St., Glenview. Tickets are $2 each, available in advance and at the door. Refreshments served at 1 p.m. For information call (847) 724-4793.
Covenant Village of Northbrook: 2625 Techny Road, Northbrook, presents the following free programs: 6:30 p.m. June 16 — Bob Burton presents his TV Memories program. Take a fresh look at Uncle Miltie, Edward R. Murrow, Lucy, Gunsmoke and more; 6:30 p.m. June 26 — Come to the citizen’s Forum and learn about the “Legacy of Adlai Stevenson: The Center on Democracy in Libertyville; 1 p.m. June 27 — Be entertained when Brian Madvig reads stories from his book, 33 Weeks of Ordinary. The stories have been called “comfortable, amusing, heart wrenching, and thoroughly human.”
Buffalo Grove Afternoon Hadassah: Hosting a fun filled afternoon at 1 p.m. June 18 in the Hadasssah North Shore Office, 3000 Dundee #313, Northbrook. Enjoy a guest performance by Minna-Rae Friedman talking to the late Erma Bombeck. Cost is $5, includes coffee and dessert. For information call (847) 205-1900.
Hadassah North Shore Chapter: In honor of its’ 100th Anniversary, is sponsoring a Centennial 3K Walkathon on June 24 at Wood Oaks Green Park (Sanders between Dundee and Walters), Northbrook. Registration begins at 9 a.m. with the walk starting at 10 a.m. Call (847) 205-1900 for information or to pre-register go to www.northshore.hadasssah.org.
Jewish Child Family Services presents: “Anger Management Strategies for People with Developmental Disabilities” June 14. The class takes place at 5150 Golf Road, Skokie. The programs are free, registration required. Contact Emily Tegenkempt at (773) 467-3741 or visit www.jcfs.org.
Cancer Wellness Center: 215 Revere Drive, Northbrook offers the following free workshops and programs — Co-Ed Spirituality Discussion Group from 7 to 8:30 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday, call Deborah Kooenenberger at (847) 562-4982 to register. Call (847) 509-9595 to register or visit www.cancerwellness.org.
The Cancer Wellness Center: Hosts a health event/discussion 6:30-8:30 p.m. June 14 presented by Kristen Vogel, M.S., C.G.C., Center for Medical Genetics at NorthShore University HealthSystem. The topic is “Is My Cancer Hereditary? Understanding the Process of Genetic Counseling and Testing.” RSVP at (847) 509-9595.
Scrabble: Those looking for opportunities to play the word game are welcome to attend Scrabble® night at 7:30 p.m. on the fourth Friday of the month at North Northfield United Methodist Church, 797 Sanders Road, Northbrook. For information call (847) 272-2250.
An Art Exhibition: June 1-28 at the Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar, 3rd floor, Multi-Media Section. Features works by the residents of the Glen Oaks Rehabilitation Center in Northbrook.
Fundraisers
“A Striking Event”: Join Jewish Child & Family Services (JCFS) in supporting children and families in need for “A Striking Event” 4-7 p.m. June 24 at Pinstripes, 1150 Willow Road, Northbrook. Enjoy bowling and bocce, great food and socializing, and fabulous raffle prizes.
Tickets are $150 for adults and $35 for kids. Raffle tickets are $100 and only 500 will be sold. Event and raffle tickets are available via the “A Striking Event” link at www.jcfs.org. For questions and tickets call 855-ASK-JCFS (855) 275-5237 or email ShannonHouston@jcfs.org.
Library
The following programs are offered at the Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane. Call (847) 272-6224 or go online to www.northbrook.info:
Gentle yoga: Will be led by Olga Rudiak during a one hour session 10:30 a.m. June 8 and 15.
Essential Tremor Support Group : Meets at 10 a.m. June 9.
Low Vision Support Group : Meets at 10 a.m. June 12. Learn about advances that can help improve reading experience and quality of life.
The Windy City’s Great World Series: A Look Back at the 1959 Chicago White Sox & the 1945 Chicago Cubs, at 7 p.m. June 12. Author and sports historian Charles Billington presents a look back.
Guided Meditation : At 10 a.m. June 13, taught by Om Johari.
The film “Peyton Place” (157 minutes): Will be shown at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. June 13.
Preparing for a Meaningful Retirement : Miriam Goodman, author of Too Much Togetherness: Surviving Retirement as a Couple, will address preparing for changes in relationships and roles that occur in retirement at 1 p.m. June 14.
AARP Driver Safety Program : A two-session AARP defensive driving course will be held 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. June 16 and 23. Fee for AARP members is $12; for nonmembers $14. To register, call Reader Services (847) 272-2958.
Writing Workshop: To be held at 2 p.m. June 16, led by author Kathleen Anne Fleming. The topic will be: Atmosphere.
Youth Services
Special Events:
The Reading is So Delicious summer book club : Runs June 1-July 31. Children from birth-twelfth grade may register in the Youth Services Department beginning June 1.
Registered Programs
Globe Trotters : Destination Brazil (Grade K-3) 2-3 p.m. June 24.
The Strange Case of Origami Yoda : by Tom Angleberger. Book Discussion (grade 4-8) 4-5 p.m. June 14.
Newbery Discussion Group : — Wonder by R.J. Palacio (grade K-3), 7-8 p.m. June 13.
The Artist : (K and up) 4-5 p.m. Mondays, June 18, 25 and July 2 and 9. Learn art history and have fun in this four-week program. Come ready to make a mess.
Super Sushi Jewelry : Grades 4 & up, 3-4 p.m. June 28. Super-fun sushi-shaped beads to be used to make fab jewelry.
Rock and Roll Vegetables : Ages 4-Grade 3, 4-5 p.m. June 27. Veggies can be both funny and beautiful.
Drop-In Programs
Funtastic Family Saturdays: All day June 9, Family Craft Table; 10 a.m. June 16, Kidworks Touring Theatre Co.; 10 a.m. June 23, Family Storytime; and 10 a.m. June 30, Bike-A-Palooza. Toddler Storytime
: (ages 24-36 months w/caregiver) 10:30-11 a.m. Tuesdays, June 12-July 24.
Preschool Storytime: Ages 3-5, 10:30-11 a.m. June 12-July 24.
Wee Play Jr .: Prewalkers, 9:15-10:15 a.m. Thursdays, June 14-July 26.
Wee Play Sr .: Walkers, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Thursdays, June 14-July 26.
Pizza Parlor : Ages 3-7, 10:30-11:30 a.m. June 20. It’s pizza pretend time.
Bike-A-Palooza : For families, 10-11 a.m. June 30. Outside, East Entrance. Deck out bikes, wagons, and strollers for Northbrook’s Independence Parade. Bring your wheels and the rest will be provided.
Game Day : All ages, 2-4 p.m. Tuesdays, June 12-July 24.
Teen Programs
Knit a Cupcake Program : Grades 6-12, 2-3:30 p.m. June 9. All materials provided. No prior knitting experience necessary. Register by call (847) 272-4300.
Game Day : All ages, 2-4 p.m. every Tuesday, June 12-July 24.
Religion
Vacation Bible School: Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 1133 Pfingsten Road, Northbrook is hosting a Vacation Bible School — “Sky: Everything is Possible with God” June 11-15 for kids ages 4-12. Dinner is at 5 p.m., finale 7:50 p.m. and ends at 8 p.m. Call (847) 272-0400 or email: office@gloriadeinorthbrook.org.
Reunions
60th reunion (class of ‘52) for Austin High School (Chicago): Taking place on Oct. 6. Email hnkmusic@comcast.net or call Annabelle & Gabe (847) 256-6818.
USS Columbus Reunion: Sept. 12-16 at Holiday Inn Portland Airport — Portland, Or. Contact Allen R. Hope, president, 3828 Hobson Road, Fort Wayne, IN. 46815-4505. Home (260) 486-2221, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Eastern Time, Fax 260-492-9771, email Hope4391@frontier.com.
Evanston Township High School Class of ‘62: Will celebrate their 50th reunion from June 28-30. For information visit www.ethsclassof62.com.
Support
Parkinson’s Support Group: —For persons with Parkinson’s, their care-partners, caregivers and families meets 10 a.m.-noon on the second and fourth Monday of each month at Covenant Village of Northbrook, 2615 Techny Road. Call (847) 509-0927 for information or to register.
Memory Loss Support Group: — For families and caregivers dealing with Alzheimer’s and other dementias meets at 7 p.m. on the third Thursdays of the month at Covenant Village of Northbrook, 2625 Techny Road. Call (847) 412-7303 for information or to register.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness Cook Country North Suburban Chapter: Will offer the Family-to-Family Education Program from 7-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays, June 12-Aug. 28 at the Kenton Knox Center, 9701 N. Knox, Skokie. The course is free. To register, call (847) 716-2252.
Volunteers
Volunteers needed: North Shore Senior Center is looking for volunteers to crochet or knit blankets for people undergoing chemotherapy. For information, contact Maura Rogan at (847) 784-6052 or email mrogan@nssc.org.
YMCA
Massages in the Y’s spa area: New clients will enjoy $10 off their first massage fee! Call Therapeutic Kneads at (847) 266-0131 to schedule an appointment.
Party packages to fit any need: Contact Julia Ivanchenko@ jivanchenko@nsymca.org, or ext. 1226.
Volunteers needed : — Volunteer coaches, child care assistants, office assistants, and special events. Contact Kandice Cooley at kcooley@nsymca, (847) 272 7250 x. 1201.
Date Night: On the third Friday of the month, drop off the kids for a Y Undernighter Party! Kids in kindergarten through fifth grade can join their friends for dinner, swimming, X-Zone, movies and fun from 6 to 10 p.m. Y members, $30; non-members $45. Register by the preceding Wednesday to guarantee your spots. The next undernighter is June 15. Call Debi Spring, dspring@nsymca.org, (847) 272-7250 x1233.
Summer Camp: Online registration is open at www.nsymca.org. A few spots remain open. Camp starts on June 11. For information contact Debi Spring, dspring@nsymca.org or (847) 272-7250.
Kid-friendly programs: Get your child on the road to lifetime fitness. Contact Casey Schmit at cschmit@nsymca.org, (847) 272-7250 x.1217.
The YMCA’s North Suburban School of Dance: Presents its annual recitals June 10 at Glenbrook North’s Sheely Center for the Performing Arts. Pre-K to 1st graders perform at noon, while more senior dancers perform at 4 p.m. Admission is free. Questions contact Joni Goldstein, jgoldstein@nsymca.org (847) 272-7250 x1232.
Summer program registration: Now open for everyone. Summer classes run June 11-Aug. 19. Check out the Y’s wide range of classes, and sign-up online at www.nsymca.org.
