COMMUNITY CALENDAR
May 20, 2011 5:16PM
Updated: August 4, 2011 4:20PM
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The Chicago Botanic Garden
Tram Tours will run through Oct. 30. Tickets are $6 for adults, $5 for seniors and $4 for children. Members receive a $1 discount off these rates. For tour schedules call (847) 835-8239.
Nature Nights, programs for children ages 4-10 and their families will take place from 5-7:30 p.m. the first and third Saturday of each month, through Sept. 17. The cost is $20 per child for members and $23 for nonmembers.
Northshore Iris and Daylily Society Iris Show and Sale will take place from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. May 28 and 29.
Plant Giveaways will take place from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday-Friday and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, through Oct. 2. Volunteers will share information about the featured plant, which changes monthly, and encourage visitors to plant a seed or seedling to take home to their own gardens.
Garden Chef Series will feature demonstrations at 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, through Oct. 2.
The Tuesday Morning Music Series will take place from 10-11 a.m. the first and third Tuesdays in June, July and August. Michele De Wilton, pianist, will be featured June 7; Music Institute of Chicago June 21 and Aug. 2; Midwest Young Artists July 5 and 19; and Highland Park Strings Aug. 16.
A Family Campout will take place from 6:45 p.m. May 28 to 8 a.m. May 29 (rain date June 3). Contact the coordinator of youth programs at (847) 835-6801 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org/afterschool/campouts.
Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden Family Drop-in activities will take place from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, June 4-Sept. 25.
The Chicago Botanic Garden will host its fourth annual celebration of World Environment Day from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. June 4.
Treasures of the Lenhardt Library, showcasing nine books from its rare book collection, will be on display through Aug. 7.
Plant Container Recycling Program will take place from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 4 in Parking Lot 4. Recyclables accepted are number 2, 4, 5 and 6. Materials.
The eighth biennial Rare Affair will take place from 5:30-11 p.m. June 3. The evening will feature cocktails, a live and silent auction and dinner. Tickets are $250 and proceeds support the care and maintenance of three living laboratories. Call (847) 835-8375.
Carillon Concert Series will begin with complimentary tours of the carillon at 5:30 p.m. and concerts at 7 p.m. Mondays, June 6-Sept. 5.
Malott Japanese Garden Family Sundays will take place the first and third Sundays, June 5-Oct. 2.
Farmer’s Market will run from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 16.
Dancin’ Sprouts will take place from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, June 8-Aug. 31.
Camp CBG for children ages 2-12 offering morning, afternoon or all-day options from June 13-Aug. 12.
Piet Oudolf will discuss his latest book Landscapes in Landscapes from 1-2:30 p.m. June 7. The cost is $35 for members and $44 for nonmembers.
The Garden will offer the following classes: Gentle Yoga from 9-10:15 a.m. or 5:15-7 p.m. Mondays, June 20-Aug. 29; Introductory Yoga from 5:15-6:30 p.m. or 7-8:15 p.m. Wednesdays, June 22-Aug. 24; Yoga Flow Beginner from 9:15-10:30 a.m. or 6-7:15 p.m. Tuesdays, June 21-Aug. 23; Yoga Flow Intermediate will take place from 8-9:15 a.m. Tuesdays, June 21-Aug. 23 and from 9-10:15 or 6-7:15 p.m. Thursdays, June 23-Aug. 25. The cost is $135 for members or $170 for nonmembers. Visitors may try a class once for a fee of $10.
ExerScape Basics will be offered 9-9:50 Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays June 7-July 2; July 5-30; Aug. 2-27; or Aug. 30-Sept. 24. ExerScape Intermediate will be offered from 10-10:50 a.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, June 7-July 2; July 5-30; Aug. 2-27; or Aug. 30-Sept. 24. Participants have a selection of customized package options to choose from: One session per week costs $79 for members and $99 for nonmembers; two sessions per week for $135 for members and $170 for nonmembers; three sessions per weeks for $179 for members and $224 for nonmembers.
The Pop-up Flower Garden Card Workshop will take place from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 3. The cost is $89 for members and $110 for nonmembers.
Music on the Esplanade will take place from 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays, June 7-Aug. 30.
Hot Summer Nights will take place from 6-8 p.m. Thursdays, June 9-Sept. 1.
Northern Illinois Hosta Society Show and Sale will take place from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. June 4 and 5.
Show of Summer featuring six Chicago area garden clubs affiliated with the Garden Club of America will take place from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 11 and 12.
Nature Nights for children ages 4-10 and their families will feature Blooms and Birds from 5-7:30 p.m. June 4 and 18.
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 Optimist Club of Glenview and the Glenview Park District will be holding a golf outing at noon on June 8 at the Glenview Park District Golf course, 800 Shermer Road, to raise funds for Glenview/Northbrook Youth Services. The outing will provide both lunch and dinner. For information call Steve Bucklin (847) 279-6465 ext. 15 or e-mail stevenkbucklin@aol.com.
Community
The community is invited to the following free programs hosted by Covenant Village of Northbrook, 2625 Techny Road, Northbrook. Call (847) 412-7016 to reserve a space: June 3 at 6:30 p.m. — Enjoy the upbeat music of the John Blegen Swing Trio led by John Blegen who brings his avocation of clarinetist to new heights for everyone to enjoy; June 7 at 1 p.m. — Pianist and former Village of Northbrook President Mark Damisch presents a preview performance of the music he will be playing on his summer tour o Europe; June 10 at 6:30 p.m. — Enjoy the piano due of Saori Chiba and Paul Dykstra as they entertain with a program of classical selections.
Cancer Wellness Center, 215 Revere Drive, Northbrook, will offer a free lecture on Lymphedema, entitled “Minimize Your Risk: Lower Extremity” 6-7:30 p.m. June 2 presented by NorthShore University HealthSystem Lymphedema Center staff. To register call (847) 509-9595 or visit www.thecancerwellnesscenter.org.
Northbrook Farmers Market is hosting a fruit-pie baking contest July 6 for amateur bakers of all ages. Pies must be made from scratch, and use only in-season fruits and berries. Pies will be judged by professional chefs based on overall flavor, appearance, texture and creativity. The winner will receive a complete dinner for two, including glass of wine and dessert at Maestro Seafood & Grill in Northbrook (gratuity not included). Entry forms must be received by June 29. The form and contest rules can be picked up at the Hospitality Booth on market days or by downloading at www.olbparish.org. Completed entry forms may be sent to Ginny Hartzer at vmhartz@aol.com or 2660 Canterbury Drive Northbrook IL 60062 or bring them to the Hospitality Booth at the market. Questions call (847) 564-5493.
An art exhibition featuring works by the residents of The Glen Oaks Nursing Center is on display until the end of May at the Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, 3rd Floor, Multi-Media Section.
Compass-USA is seeking families to host students from Spain from June 27-July 27. Contact Frannie, program coordinator, at (847) 668-9196 or Fsnedliker@gmail.com.
Northbrook Farmers Market presents “Art of Recycling Day” July 13. Sponsored by Northbrook’s Veolia Environmental Services, the market is seeking participants who take something that was headed for the landfill and repurpose, refashion or upcycle it into something usable, wearable, or aesthetically pleasing. There is a nominal fee, and applications must be received by June 1. Contact www.olbparish.org to learn more about participating in this event.
Reds Garden Center, 3460 Dundee Road, Northbrook (847) 272-1209 is hosting the following upcoming events: May 28-29, Japanese Garden Weekend; June 18, Breast Cancer Awareness — Roses and Peonies Seminar; June 25, Perennial Garden Maintenance Seminar; July 2, “Patriotic Pots”; July 16, Hydrangea Seminar. Call for information.
The Glenview/Northfield Ecumenical Vacation Bible School (for pre-kindergarten-5th graders as of fall of 2011) will be held 6-8 p.m. the week of June 20-24 at Lutheran Church of the Ascension, 460 Sunset Ridge Road, Northfield. This year’s theme is “Pandamanial.” Space is limited. Register online at www.glenviewvbs.org or call the church office (847) 446-8335.
Scrabble fans looking for opportunities to play the word game are welcome to attend Scrabble® night at 7:30 p.m. on the last Friday of the month at North Northfield United Methodist Church, 797 Sanders Road, Northbrook. For information call (847) 272-2250.
The Women’s Circle of Chabad of Glenview and Chabad of Northbrook present “From Hollywood to Holy Wood” an evening with Molly Resnick at 7 p.m. today (May 26) at Chabad of Northbrook, 755 Huehl Road (corner Dundee) Northbrook. Featuring Sushi and salads. Suggested donation $9. For information and RSVP call Miriam (847) 564-8770 or Sara or Miriam at (847) 910-1979. Resnick is a veteran journalist and former NBC TV producer.
Chuppah Project from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 5 at Goldie Bachmann Luftig Building, 5150 Golf Road, Skokie. Join other engaged and newly married Jewish couples for a day of learning to gain skills preparing them for the rest of their lives. $150 per couple fee includes lunch. Contact Rosalie Greenberger, LCSW, (224) 625-2819. www.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:
The library offers a summer of reading enjoyment, great books and prizes for joining the summer reading clubs. Registration begins June 1. “Don Juan DeMarco” 1994, 97 minutes, will be shown at 1 and 7:30 p.m. on June 1. Johnny Depp films continue with “Donnie Brasco” on June 8, “Ed Wood” on June 15, “Chocolat” on June 22 and “What’s Eating Gilbert Grape?” on June 29. All films are shown at 1 and 7:30 p.m. Demystifying annuities will be discussed at 1 p.m. June 2. Financial coach Mar Sue Durrbeck, RFC, will explain the working of annuities. Pianist George LePauw and other performers give a preview of the first Chicago Beethoven Festival at 7:30 p.m. June 3. The performance is part of the Parisian Salon Concert Series hosted by Didier and Jane Lepauw. Admission is free. For more information call (847) 272-6224 or visit www.northbrook.info. The library will be closed May 30 for Memorial Day.
Family Film — Gnomeo and Juliet at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. May 28, rated G, 84 minutes. Animated film garden gnomes Gnomeo (voice of James McAvoy) and Juliet (voice of Emily Blunt) have as many obstacles to overcome as their quasi namesakes when they are caught up in a feud between neighbors. Written by Walt Disney Pictures.
Registered Programs
Summer Sun Catchers — (grades 1-3) — 10-11 a.m. June 11. Make a fun summertime sun catcher from recycled materials. All materials provided.
One Handed Catch — Mary Jane Auch, Book Discussion (grade-4-8) 4-5 p.m. June 16. After an accident, 11 year old Norm faces the challenges of one-handed shoe tying, band practice, and his dream of being a baseball player.
Globe Trotter Gang — Destination South Korea (grade K-3) 2-3 p.m. June 5. It is the Year of the Rabbit in Korea. This program features information about the rabbit on the moon and what he does there.
Dog’s Way Home — by Bobbie Pyron — Newbery Book Discussion (grades 4-7) — 7-8 p.m. June 9. Abby loses her Shetland sheepdog Tam during a car accident. Separated by hundreds of miles, Tam tries to find his way home.
Drop-in Programs Special Events
Summer Reading Club — A Midsummer Knight’s Read - June 1- July 31 –– Registration begins June 1. Sign up in person in the Youth Services Department. Kids from birth — 12th grade can collect 5 prizes, including a free paperback book. You’re in for an adventure when you join the Summer Reading Club! Dragons, princesses, knights in shining armor will surround you. Put your name in our weekly raffle drawing and be eligible for some fantastic fun prizes.
Melikin Puppets present The Sword and the Stone — (For Families) — 10-11 a.m. June 4. Arthur and Camelot come to life on the puppet stage. Arthur’s many adventures will give a thrill.
Summer Stories — (Ages 2-5) — 10:30-11 a.m. Tuesdays June 7-July 26.
Wee Play — (Ages 2-5) — 10:30-11:30 a.m. Thursdays June 9-July 28.
Game Day — (All Ages) — 2-4 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays beginning June 13 and June 15 through July 18 and 20.
Craft Table — June 1– July 31 — Enjoy crafts all summer long at the craft table! There wil be a new craft each week in June and July.
Teen Programs
A Midsummer Knights’ Read — Young Adult 2011 Summer Reading Club, June 1-July 31 (Young adults going into 6th-12th grade) — Earn unique prizes for every one of five books read or for every 2-hour time block of 10 hours total spent reading.
Yo, Romeo! (and Juliet, too) — Participate in the “Decipher the Bard” Summer Reading Contest and Win iTunes Cards, June 1-July 31. (Young adults going into 6-12 grade). Try your hand at cracking ten quotes and you may win an iTunes card to spend on anything you wish. Contest forms and entry box will be available in the Loft for Teens.
Religion
Chabad of Northbrook, 755 Huehl Road, Community Hebrew School (CHS) registration is in full swing for the 2011-12 school year. CHS meets Sunday mornings. Hebrew reading is taught using the acclaimed Aleph Champ motivational Hebrew reading program. For information visit www.NorthbrookHebrewSchool.com or call Miriam (847) 564-8770. Space is limited.
Reunions
USS Columbus CA-74/CG-12/SSN-762 reunion will take place from Sept. 21-24 at the Sheraton National Hotel in Arlington, Va. Contact Allen R. Hope, President, at 3828 Hobson Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46815-4505 or call (260) 486-2221 between 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Maine East Class of 1969 Reunion and 60th Birthday Bash from 7-11 p.m. July 16 at Marriott Lincolnshire Resort, 10 Marriott Dr. Lincolnshire. $69 per person includes dinner and dancing. Cash bar. Visit Facebook page: “Maine East Class of 1969 Reunion/60th Bday Bash” to RSVP (by April 8) and use easy pay — PayPal. Contact: Anita Pedersen, anitawarrenpr@sbcglobal.net (630) 802-7593.
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
10:30 a.m.: Latin BeneFit (fee)
11:30 a.m.: Pinochle/Gin Rummy
12:30 p.m.: Men’s Poker; Inter. Canasta (fee)
1:30 p.m.: Strength & Tone (fee); Bunco
MONDAY
Closed
TUESDAY
9:30 a.m.: Reg. Bridge
9:45 a.m.: Zumba Gold (fee)
10 a.m.: Chess (fee)
10:30 a.m.: Hola, Senor (fee); Poetry For Fun (fee)
10:45 a.m.: Beg. Tap Fitness (fee)
11 a.m.: Lunch & Lecture: For the Fun of It! (fee)
11:30 a.m.: Mixed Poker; Pinochle/Gin Rummy
1 p.m.: Current Events; Inter. Tap Dancing (fee); Wii Open Bowling
7 p.m.: Ballroom BeneFit (fee)
WEDNESDAY
9 a.m.: Inter. Canasta (fee)
9:15 a.m.: Cardio (fee)
10 a.m.: Knit/Crochet
noon: Canasta
12:30 p.m.: Men’s Poker
1 p.m.: Social Services (by appointment); Sit and Be Fit (fee)
THURSDAY
9 a.m.: Tap Fitness Intermediate (fee)
9:30 a.m.: Park Larks Rehearsal; E-mail and the Internet (fee)
10 a.m.: Blood Pressure Check
10:30 a.m.: Tap Fitness Adv. Beg. (fee)
11:30 a.m.: Mahjong
noon: Open Art Studio
5:45 p.m.: Zumba Gold (fee)
7 p.m.: Design Your Own Memory Book (fee)
Askia Abdullah, an official for Eugene Moore, Cook County Recorder of Deeds, will speak before the Oasis Senior Men’s Club, at 10:30 a.m. June 2 at 3610 Dundee Road, Northbrook to explain the workings of the Recorder of Deeds office include Repair Fraud and Reverse Mortgages.
Support
The National Alliance on Mental Illness, Cook County North Suburban Chapter, will offer the Family-to-Family Education program, a 12-week course for families of adults diagnosed with serious mental illness 7-9:30 p.m. June 14-Aug. 30 at the Knox Center, 9701 Knox Ave., Skokie on the west side of the Skokie Hospital campus. The course is free of charge and is taught by trained family members who have lived the experience. Call NAMI (847) 716-2252 to register.
Sibshops for children ages 6-12 , sponsored by Jewish Child & Family Services (JCFS) will take place 2:30-5 p.m. June 5 at JCFS, Elaine Kersten Children’s Center, 255 Revere Drive, Northbrook. Sibshops offer brothers and sisters of children with special needs an opportunity to meet other siblings in a relaxed, supportive, and recreational setting. $30 per Sibshop. Scholarships are available. Contacts: Meredith Sices, LSW, (773) 467-3813 or meredithsices@jcfs.org; Tamara Besser, LCSW (773) 467-3751 or tamarabesser@jcfs.org
“Diabetes & Technology” 5:30-6:30 p.m. June 22 at the 5 Season Sports Club, 1300 Techny Road, Northbrook. Learn how to better manage diabetes. Family and friends welcome. Light refreshments served. Call Adam Bednarek for questions (630) 518-7628.
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
New this year: Baseball clinics from the Y! Sharpen your skills at these programs held at Allstate Fields in Northbrook. Skills Clinic for grades 1-3 will be held on June 5 and 12; Advanced Baseball for grades 4-8 will be June 3, 10 and 17. For more information, contact Carol Sassorossi, csassorossi@nsymca.org.
The Y Summer Program Guide is out. It’s full of great classes for every member of the family. Member and general registration are going on now. Call (847) 272-7250 for more information.
The North Suburban School of Dance presents its annual recitals on June 12 at Glenbrook North High School, 2300 Shermer Road in Northbrook. “Dancing Dreams”, featuring preschool-1st grade dancers, will be at noon. “Passport to Dance”, showcasing dancers in 2nd grade and above, begins at 4 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, contact Joni Goldstein at (847) 272-7250, performingarts@nsymca.org.
Your Y card can save you money at many restaurants, stores and other local businesses. Stop by the front desk or check your program guide for a list of our growing group of “Value Added Partners.”
Don’t delay — camp registration is filling up. The Y offers a wide variety of day camp options. To download a camp brochure, visit www.nsymca.org. Register at the Y front desk or online. For more information contact Debi Spring, dspring@nsymca.org (847) 272-7250.
Red Cross Training sessions are available for baby-sitting, CPR/AED, and lifeguard certification. Contact Frank Lenardi (847) 272-7250 Ext. 1235 or flenardi@nsymca.org for more info.
Make the Y part of your social network. You can follow the NSYMCA on facebook and Twitter. New items are added all the time.
Family Movie Night at the Y is at 6:30 p.m. May 27 “Meet the Robinsons” is the movie. Bring a pillow, all-you-can-eat popcorn will be provided, courtesy of Sunset Foods.
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