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Community Calendar For Jan. 13

Updated: February 20, 2012 8:28AM



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.

Benefits

The Optimist Club will host its 4th Annual Friend of Youth Fundraiser at 6 p.m. Jan. 28 at White Eagle Banquet Hall, 6839 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles. Tickets are $100 per person. The evening features a concert by cover band “The Not for Profit Band”, a gourmet dinner, reverse drawing with a Grand prize of $2,000, a silent auction, beautiful art work and gift certificates. For information and tickets call Tom Durment (847) 998-0796 or visit www.glenviewoptimist.org. Some of the Optimist Club’s core programs include Children’s Cancer Campaign, Student 2 Student, Youth Services of Glenview/Northbrook, High School Scholarship Program, Youth Appreciation Awards and Glenview Civic Awards.

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. Parents who register their children by Feb. 29 will receive a $5 per camp “Early Bloomer” discount. Among the camps offered are My First Camp 2 & 3; Green Sprouts; Green Thumbs; Explorer; Adventurers; Leaders in Training; Yoga Bash; and Discover Dance.

Three Friends of Winter, a silhouette bonsai show, will take place from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Jan. 27-29. The program will feature a bonsai display, an interpreted display of the “Three Friends of Winter,” family activities and lectures.

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.

The exhibition Treewhispers will be on display from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. through April 8 in the Joutras Gallery. Visit www.treewhispers.com.

Green Youth Farm Facilitator will take place Jan. 28. A $50 per-person fee includes all programming, lunch and parking. To register or for more information, contact Eliza Fournier at efournier@chicagobotanic.org.

In celebration of Tu B’Shevat, the Jewish Festival of Trees, will feature free family activities from 1-4 p.m. Jan. 29.

Weekend Family Classes for children ages 4-10 accompanied by an adult, will take place from 9:30-11 a.m. or from 1-2:30 p.m. Feb. 4, 18 and 25. Each class is $22 per child and Garden Plus members receive a 20 percent discount. Accompanying adults are free. Registration is required at least one week in advance.

Botanical Art: Learning to Draw will take place from 9 a.m.-noon Fridays, Feb. 24. The class is recommended for beginning horticultural students. The cost is $249 for members and $312 for nonmembers.

Botanical Art: Painting in Gouache from 1-4 p.m. Fridays, Jan. 20-Feb. 24. The cost is $249 for members and $312 for nonmembers.

Botanical Drawing 3 will take place from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturdays, Jan. 21-Feb. 25. The prerequisites are Botanical Drawing 1 and 2 or equivalent. The cost is $229 for members and $287.

Botany for Beginners will take place from 1:30-4 p.m. Jan. 21. The cost is $36 for members and $45 for nonmembers.

Early Garden History will be discussed from 1-3:30 p.m. Sundays, Jan. 22-March 25. The cost is $269 for members and $337 for nonmembers.

Garden Design Implementation will take place from 6:30-9 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 23-March 26. The cost is $269 for members and $337 for nonmembers.

Pen and Ink I will take place from 6-9 p.m. Mondays Jan. 23-March 5. The cost is $229 for members and $287 for nonmembers.

Take Charge of Your Health will take place from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 25-Feb. 29. Students who attend at least four of the six sessions will also receive a $15 gift card. The cost is $30.

Landscape Design Studio will take place from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Jan. 27. The cost is $79 for members and $99 for nonmembers.

Soil: Where Are Your Roots? Will take place from 9:30 a.m.-noon Jan. 28.

Gardening Techniques: Session B will take place from 7:30-10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Jan. 28-March 3. The cost is $249 for members and $312 for nonmembers.

Beginning Flower Arranging will be discussed from 1-3 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 2-23. The cost is $229 for members and $287 for nonmembers.

White City/Green City will be discussed from 1-3 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 2-23. Recommended background reading (not required to follow the course material and discussions): The Devil in the White City by Erick Larson and The Plan of Chicago by Carl Smith. The cost is $99 for members and $124 for nonmembers.

Pop-Up Flowers of the Midwest: Beginners will take place from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 3. Participants may create pop-up cards featuring native flowers of the Midwest. The cost is $89 for members and $110 for nonmembers.

Home Spa Aromatherapy Workshop will take place from 10 a.m.-noon Feb. 4. The cost is $39 for members and $49 for nonmembers.

Starting from Seed will be discussed from 9:30 a.m.-noon Feb. 4. The cost is $36 for members and $45 for nonmembers.

Grow Orchids on Your Windowsill will take place from 1-3 p.m. Feb. 4. The cost is $29 for members and $37 for nonmembers.

Woody Plants for the Eco-Garden will take place from 9 a.m.-noon Feb. 4. The cost is $59 for members and $74 for nonmembers.

Beginning Silk Painting will take place from 1-3 p.m. Mondays, Feb. 6-April 2. The cost is $239 for members and $299 for nonmembers.

Classes

The Rohr Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) will present the new course Money Matters: Jewish Business Ethics; the six-session series is accredited for 9 CLE ethics credits. Rabbi Meir Moscowitz of Lubavitch Chabad of Northbrook will conduct the six course sessions on Tuesdays beginning Jan. 24. Morning and evening classes are available at Lubavitch Chabad of Northbrook, 2095 Landwehr Road. An additional lunch time class for attorneys will take place at 555 Skokie Blvd. on Wednesdays starting Jan. 25.

“The recent failures in the financial industry have drastically changed the way we think about business,” explains Rabbi Meir Moscowitz, the local JLI instructor, “at JLI, we deeply believe that business should be a force for good, and that’s why we’re presenting students with timeless Talmudic insights into real-world ethical dilemmas.”

Spanning a wide range of intriguing subjects, Money Matters discusses the personal ethics of bankruptcy and freeloading.

Like all JLI programs, Money Matters is designed to appeal to people at all levels of Jewish knowledge, including those without any prior experience or background in Jewish learning. Interested students may call (847) 564-8770 or visit www.ChabadNorthbrook.com/JLI for registration and other course-related information.

Clubs

LeTip, a growing business networking group in the Northbrook area, is seeking new members. The organization includes local professionals and service providers who come together once a week to exchange business referrals or tips. Meetings are 7:15 to 8:15 a.m. Wednesdays at 1240 Meadow Road, Northbrook. Call Bryce Fuller at (847) 208-7888 or Paul Cohen at (847) 312-7568.

The International Brotherhood of Magicians Ring 43 will meet at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 20 in the South Conference Room at St. Francis Hospital, 355 Ridge Ave., Evanston. Members will compete to see who comes up with the most creative title for the magic he or she will perform. The club welcomes prospective members who are interested in magic, as well as magicians of all skill levels. Guests $5 which can be applied to membership. Additional information, Robert Miller (847) 272-3850; miracles@magicmiller.com. For club information go to http://ring43.org.

The Evanston North Shore Bird Club’s January meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 24 at the Evanston Ecology Center, 2024 McCormick (corner of Bridge Street), Evanston. Call the Ecology Center at (847) 448-8256 for directions. Parking is available and refreshments will be served. The public is welcome. For general information, call Libby Hill (847) 475-2096 or Joel Greenberg (630) 725-9416. Jason Weckstein, a staff scientist at the Field Museum, will speak on the Field Museum’s Emerging Pathogens Project: A Pilot Study of Birds and their Parasites and Pathogens.

Community

The community is invited to the following free program hosted by Covenant Village of Northbrook, 2625 Techny Road, Northbrook. Call (847) 412-7016 to reserve a space: Jan. 27 at 6:30 p.m. — Be entertained by Jenny Riddle, dramatic book reviewer, as she becomes Julie Andrews. Enjoy the tunes that Julie made famous and learn about her life as an entertainer. Jenny is a popular presenter and this is her first time at Covenant Village. .

Cancer Wellness Center, 215 Revere Drive, Northbrook offers the following free workshops — 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; Personal Training for anyone impacted by cancer, call to schedule a personal 30-minute appointment, physician release required; Reiki sessions — 30-minute appointments, call for a personal appointment; Massage for anyone impacted by cancer, 30-minute, fully-clothed, individual appointments offered, call to schedule a personal appointment. Call (847) 509-9595 to register or visit www.thecancerwellnesscenter.org.

Scrabble fans 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.

The Cancer Wellness Center, 215 Revere Drive, Northbrook, offers free programming including the following: Physician lectures, complementary education, meditation, yoga, stress reduction, writing workshop, massage, acupuncture, reflexology, and personal training sessions, to anyone impacted by cancer, including those with a diagnosis, their family members and those who have lost a loved one to cancer. Call (847) 509-9595 to register or visit www.cancerwellness.org.

The Glenview Based Northfield Chapter Lyric Opera of Chicago is hosting a Winter Blues

Bash at 1 p.m. Jan. 22 at Pinstripes, 1150 Willow Road, Northbrook. The event is a social afternoon of music, food, fun & games. For information, call the Program Chair, Carol Luczak (847) 724-4935. Proceeds benefit Lyric Opera of Chicago

Coffee with Abbey Fishman Romanek, candidate for judge for one of two seats up for election from Cook County’s Ninth judicial subcircuit, will take place from 10 a.m.-noon Jan. 24 in a home in Wilmette. Contact Cheryl Smith at findme@cherylbsmith.com or call (847) 256-3044.

Tu B’Shevat Rock! With ShirLaLa: Family Concert will take place 4-6 p.m. Jan. 29 at North Suburban Synagogue Beth El, 1175 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. Tickets are $15 per person or $36 for a family of three or more. Contact Ali Drumm at adrumm@nssbethel.org or call (847) 432-8900.

Open House for Families with Children with Special Needs will take place from noon-1 p.m. Jan. 29 at the Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Contact (847) 835-5056 or visit www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

An Evening with Rob Evans will take place from 6-7:30 p.m. Jan. 31 at Countryside Montessori School, 1985 Pfingsten Road, Northbrook. Evans is the author of Family Matters: How Schools Can Cope with the Crisis in Childrearing. To register, call Karen at (847) 498-1105 or e-mail Karen@countrysidemontessori.org.

“Educating the Whole Student: Integrating Academic, Social and Emotional Learning” will be discussed from 7-9 p.m. Feb. 8 at New Trier High School, Gaffney Auditorium, 385 Winnetka Ave., Winnetka. Pre-registration is not required for this free program. Visit www.fan-ntts.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 at 10:30 a.m. on Jan. 20 and 27. Experience a sense of well-being, improved physical strength, and relaxation.

A writing workshop led by author Kathleen Anne Fleming will be held at 2 p.m. Jan. 21. The topic will be: Business of Writing.

A Chinese cultural festival featuring calligraphy, a tea tasting, and a lecture on Shen Yun performing arts will take place at 2 p.m. Jan. 21.

Professional Organizer, Randy Wickstrom, will share tips and techniques for getting and staying organized, clearing clutter, and saving time at 7 p.m. Jan. 24.

Meditation techniques will be taught by Om Johari at 10 a.m. Jan. 25. Relax, renew, refresh, and experience the stress-relieving benefits of meditation.

The film “The Sign of the Cross,” 122 minutes, directed by Cecil B. DeMille, will be shown at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 25. After burning Rome, Emperor Nero decides to blame the Christians and issues the edict that they are all to be caught and sent to the arena. This film stars Fredric March and Claudette Colbert. Independent filmmaker Reid Schultz will lead a discussion of the Cecil B. DeMille film series after both screenings.

A demonstration of MyMediaMall search techniques to help you to use the Library’s collection of free downloadable eBooks for your Kindle, iPad, Nook, and other devices will be offered at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 26 and again at 10 a.m. Jan. 31.

A two-session AARP defensive driving course will be held from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Saturdays, Jan. 28 and Feb. 4. Learn how you can be a better and safer driver. The fee for AARP members is $12; for nonmembers $14. To register, call Reader Services, (847) 272-2958.

The Lyric Opera Corps of Chicago presents an introduction to “Showboat” by Kern & Hammerstein II at 2 p.m. Jan. 29. This prelude to your opera experience offers composer information, story insights, music history, and musical highlights. Joyce Altman is the lecturer.

Propagation techniques for growing lilies and a talk about the wide variety that flourish in our area will be presented by William Imberman, President of the Wisconsin Illinois Lily Society, at 2 p.m. on Jan. 29.

Meditation techniques will be taught by Om Johari at 10 a.m. on Feb. 1. Relax, renew, refresh, and experience the stress-relieving benefits of meditation.

The film “House on Telegraph Hill” (93 minutes) will be shown at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 1. Concentration camp survivor Victoria Kowelska finds herself involved in mystery, greed, and murder when she assumes the identity of a dead friend in order to gain passage to America. This film stars Richard Bacehart and Valentina Cortese.

Youth Services

Registered Programs

Family Winter Reading Club: One World, Many Stories — through Jan. 31. The whole family can share stories and activities together when they join the Family Winter Reading Club. Sign up at the Youth Services desk to receive a packet to be completed at home. Then, return to the library for a prize.

Afterschool Story Jam — (Grade K-2) — From 4-5 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 23-Feb. 20. Share stories, songs, creative dramatics and more afternoon fun.

Baby-sitting (Grade 4 & up) – From 4-4:45 p.m. Thursdays through Jan. 26. A nurse, a police officer, a firefighter, and a librarian will discuss infant and child care, safety issues, and baby-sitting resources in the library.

For Wimpy Kids Only — (Grade 4-6) — From 4-5 p.m. Jan. 27. Be prepared to wimp out at the library. Play Wimpy Kid trivia and games, practice drawing Greg, and compete in a Wimpy Kid Expert contest. Will you be crowned king or queen of all wimpy kids?

Fun-tastic Family Saturdays

Art Smart (All ages) — Start your Saturday with art in this art class for preschoolers, brought to you by the NSYMCA Art Academy and the Northbrook Public Library, Family Game Day; 10-11 a.m. Jan. 21, Art Smart; 10-10:30 a.m. Jan. 28, Family Storytime; 10-10:45 a.m. Feb. 4, Dave Herzog’s Marionettes; 10-11 a.m. Feb. 11, Art Smart; all day long, Feb. 18, Family Craft Day; 9 a.m.-noon Feb. 25, Family Game Day.

Drop-In Programs

Toddler Storytime — (Ages 24-36 months) — From 10:30-11 a.m. Tuesdays thru Feb. 21

Preschool Storytime — (Ages 3-5) — From 10:30-11 a.m. Wednesdays thru Feb. 22

Wee Play Jr. — (Prewalkers/0-15 months with parent/caregiver) — From 9:15-10:15 a.m. Thursdays, Jan. 19-Feb. 23

Wee Play Sr. — (Walkers/12-24 months with parent/caregiver) — From 10:30-11:30 a.m. Thursdays, Jan. 19 – Feb. 23

Teen Programs

Teen Advisory Board (TAB) — Star Meeting — From 5-6 p.m. Jan. 31. Shake off the winter blues by starring 10 of your favorite books with a special sticker. Then help compile a book list for the library’s online catalog. Pizza and pop will be provided, of course. New members are always welcome. Sign up by calling (847) 272-4300.

Religion

Women-to-Women is hosting its 13th Annual Women’s Luncheon 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Feb. 5 at Lubavitch Chabad of Northbrook, 2095 Landwehr Road, Northbrook. Guest speaker is Rabbi Manis Friedman of St. Paul, Minn. Cost is $45; paid reservations by Jan. 29 are $35. Call (847) 564-8770 or (773) 262-5638.

Seniors

Northbrook Park District Senior Center, 3323 Walters Ave., offers programs for senior adults, age 55 and over. Call (847) 291-2988 for a list of programs.

FRIDAY

9:15 a.m.: Cardio (fee)

10 a.m.: Humanities

noon: Gin Rummy; Beg. Canasta (fee)

12:30 p.m.: Men’s Poker; Pinochle

1 p.m.: International Issues: Behind the News (fee)

1:30 p.m.: Strength & Tone (fee)

MONDAY

9:15 a.m.: Cardio (fee)

9:30 a.m.: Total Body Conditioning (fee)

10 a.m.: Sewing/Craft

11:30 a.m.: Mahjong

noon: Duplicate Bridge

12:30 p.m. Men’s Poker

1 p.m.: Zumba Toning: Chair Class (fee)

6:15 p.m.: Zumba Gold (fee)

7 p.m.: Beg. Bridge (fee)

TUESDAY

9:30 a.m.: Reg. Bridge

9:45 a.m.: Zumba Gold (fee)

10 a.m.: Creative Card Design (fee)

10:30 a.m.: Conversational Spanish (fee)

noon: Gin Rummy; Tap Dancing — Beg. (fee)

12:30 p.m.: Pinochle

1 p.m.: Current Events; Bridge Review (fee); Tap Dancing — Int. (fee)

7 p.m. Modern Era of Bridge (fee)

WEDNESDAY

9 a.m.: Beg. Canasta (fee)

9:15 a.m.: Cardio (fee)

10 a.m.: Knitting/Crochet

10:30 a.m.: Total Body Conditioning (fee)

noon: Canasta

12:30 p.m.: Men’s Poker

1 p.m.: Social Services (by appointment); Palette Pals (fee)-oils & acrylics; Sit and BeFit (fee)

THURSDAY

9:30 a.m.: Park Larks Rehearsal

10 a.m.: Set Class — Tai Chi (fee)

10:30 a.m.: Zumba Gold (fee)

11 a.m.: Beg. Tai Chi (fee)

11:30 a.m.: Mahjong

noon: Art Studio

1 p.m.: Intro to Technology: The Keyboard & Mouse (fee)

5:45 p.m.: Zumba Gold (fee)

Support

A 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.

A 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.

A one-session program on “Navigating Grief: Finding Your Bearings After a Loss”, facilitated by a licensed counselor and sponsored by Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter for individuals who have recently lost a loved one, will take place at Midwest CareCenter, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview from 6-8:30 p.m. April 9. Call to register for information (847) 730-1290. The program is offered free of charge. Learn more about their grief support groups at www.carecenter.org/groupsupport.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness, Cook County North Suburban Chapter will offer the Family-to-Family education program for families of persons dealing with serious mental illness from 9-11:30 a.m. Saturdays, Feb. 4-April 21 at the Evanston Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave., Evanston. Call (847) 716-2252 to register.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness, Cook County North Suburban will feature Maxim Chasanov, medical director of Alexian Center for Mental Health answering questions about mental illness from 7:30-9 p.m. Jan. 23 at the Kenton-Knox Conference Center, 9701 N. Knox Ave., Skokie. Call (847) 716-2252 or visit www.namiccns.org.

Volunteers

Volunteers are being sought by the North Shore Senior Center to crochet or knit blankets for people undergoing chemotherapy. Blankets have been donated to patients at the University of Chicago Medical Center and NorthShore University HealthSystem’s Kellogg Cancer Centers. For more information, contact Maura Rogan, director of volunteer services, at (847) 784-6052 or e-mail mrogan@nssc.org.

YMCA

Help the YMCA build a strong home for everyone in the community through the 2011 Strong Home Appeal. The Strong Home Appeal is a one-step way to support the Y in its renovation efforts and also enable families in financial need to participate in Y programs. Currently, one out of five people using the NSYMCA receive financial assistance. Make A Capital Campaign pledge or contribution today and 20% will go toward families in need. Plus, donate $50 or more to the Y and receive the Gift of Health to share with a friend! Donors receive a voucher for a one-month complimentary adult membership. To donate, contact Tara Bilby at tbilby@nsymca.org or call (847) 272-7250 ext. 1222.

After a strenuous workout — or any other time! — treat yourself to a massage in the Y’s spa area. The professionals from Therapeutic Kneads are available by appointment to fit your schedule. For a limited time, new clients will enjoy $10 off their first massage fee! Just call Therapeutic Kneads at (847) 266-0131 and ask to schedule an appointment at the Y.

Teens with special needs are invited to sign up for the new “After-School H.A.W.K.S.” program in fitness and dance movement. Taught by Y professional staff and facilitated by Glenbrook North peer helpers, the program meets on Wednesday afternoons until 5:30 p.m. The class offers a combination of physical, social and creative activities that will vary from week to week. Fees are $20 per week for Y members, $30 per week for non-members. Open to all junior high and high school students with special needs. For more information, contact Sari Glazebrook, sglazebrook@nsymca.org, (847) 272-7250 x1216.

The North Suburban YMCA and its Performing Arts Department presents its ongoing Ballroom Dance Workshop Series. Workshops will be from 7:45-9 p.m. on the second Friday of every month and will include instruction in Jive, Swing, and Waltz. Come with a partner or solo and wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Sign up on a class-by-class basis — just $15 for Y members, $20 for non-members. For more info contact Joni Goldstein at (847) 272-7250 x. 1232 or jgoldstein@nsymca.org.

The Y is the perfect place for your next party! We have the facilities and expertise to make your special event fun for everyone. Birthday Parties, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Corporate Parties/Meetings, Reunions — the Y has party packages to fit any need. Contact Julia Ivanchenko@ jivanchenko@nsymca.org, or ext. 1226.

Looking for a great way to participate in the Y community? We are always in need of volunteers! Openings are available for coaches, child care assistants, office assistants, and special events. Contact Kandice Cooley at kcooley@nsymca, (847) 272 7250 x. 1201, to get involved.

Make the third Friday of the month Date Night — it’s easy when you drop off your kids for a Y Undernighter Party! Kids in kindergarten through 5th grade can join their friends for dinner, swimming, X-Zone, movies and fun from 6 to 10 p.m. Y members pay $30, non-members $45. Register by the preceding Wednesday to guarantee your spots. Our first undernighter will be Jan. 20. For more information, contact Debi Spring, dspring@nsymca.org, (847) 272-7250 x1233.

Sign up now for winter house basketball leagues at the Y for grades K-6. The Y’s house league is designed for boys and girls to learn the fundamentals of basketball, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Participants develop their skills through quality instruction, game experience and player development. Leagues are running through Feb. 18, with Saturday morning games and one practice during the week (Kindergarteners meet on Saturday only). Visit www.nsymca.org for full schedules and online registration.

Jump start your New Year’s Fitness Resolutions with the Y’s Get It Right, Get It Tight Challenge! Pick up a game board with 30 fun ways to get fit at the Y. Complete the challenge by Feb. 20 and you’ll be entered to in two hours of personal training and one hour of healthy lifestyle coaching — a $165 value! Open to all Y members. For more info, contact Casey Schmit, cschmit@nsymca.org.

The Y is bringing back their popular Family Fitness Friday evenings, from 6-7 p.m. in Studio D. Enjoy family-friendly versions of Zumba, Boot Camp, Sports Night, or Cycling (children must be taller than 4’10” for cycling). Workouts and instructors will vary each week. Classes will run every Friday through Feb. 17. Visit the front desk in January for more specific info, or contact Casey Schmit at cschmit@nsymca.org.

When the weather’s cold, think summer! Summer Camp registration is now open at www.nsymca.org. Check out our camp guide to learn about our wide range of traditional and specialty camps. Short sessions, extended hours and transportation from summer schools offer the most flexible package around. For more information, contact Debi Spring, dspring@nsymca.org.

Join us for a relaxed and fun Daddy Daughter Sock Hop 4-6 p.m. Feb. 11. Dress code is casual; greasers and poodle skirts are welcome! Refreshments including homemade goodies will be available for purchase, as well as raffle tickets. Admission is just $5/person in advance, $7 at the door. All proceeds benefit the North Suburban School of Dance at the YMCA.

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