Northwest suburban adult social calendar

Events for adults that are largely social, such as singles events, reunions, game nights, wine tastings and adult open gym nights. Deadline is two weeks before event date.

Lord, Change My Attitude: A new Women of the Word Bible study, starting Thursday mornings in January at Barrington United Methodist Church, 98 Algonquin Road in Barrington. All are welcome. For information, (847) 836-5540 or BarringtonUMC.com

Jan. 25New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 25, Hughes Center at St. Matthews Church, 1001 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Catholic oriented nondenominational social support organization for the separated, divorced, widowed and single person. $3 per meeting. For a listing of monthly events e-mail newbeginnings@aol.com or call (630) 307-0095 or (847) 965-8072.Jan. 26"The Week in Review and You": 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 26; Feb. 2, 9, 15, 23 and March 2, Congregation Beth Judea, Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. Rabbi Robert Gamer explores the headlines from a Jewish perspective. To register, (847) 634-0777. Phoenix Group: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26, Hurley Center at Saint Edna, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Support group for those struggling with divorce. Adults of all ages. Denise, (847) 392-3155 or Margaret, (847) 398-3362, ext. 318.eBay Advanced selling: 6:30-8:15 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. eBay university instructor Jack Waddick demonstrates the advanced tools, tips and strategies used by some of eBay's most successful sellers. To register, call (847) 358-5771, ext. 167 or palatinelibrary.org. Super-Couponing Swap: 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Trade coupons, spend time with other coupon lovers and share stories of great deals. (847) 459-4100 or www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Helping a Friend through illness: 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26, Sarah's Grove, Bridgewater Place at Friendship Village, 350 W. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Learn how to be helpful and supportive when a friend or family member is diagnosed with a serious illness in this presentation, "How to Help a Friend through a Serious Illness." Free and open to the public. For information, call Jeannette, (847) 884-5539.New Beginnings: Meet 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26, at Andrew's Open Pit, 2610 Dempster, Park Ridge. RSVP to Dann, (847) 965-8072.Jan. 27Surviving the Loss of a Spouse: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, Jewish Child and Family Services, 1156 Shure Drive, Arlington Heights. Topics include coping with grief, making decisions, managing relationships and staying healthy. $7 per session. (847) 392-8820 or jcfs.orgBingo: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, Des Plaines Elks Club, 495 Lee St., Des Plaines. Free coffee and soda with $500 coverall and bonanza. Public is invited.Meditation With Om Johari: 12:15-1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Meditate at the library with Om Johari and learn relaxation techniques and breathing tips. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Cooking with Dave: 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, Friendship Park Conservatory, 395 Algonquin Road, Des Plaines. Dave Esau of Dave's Specialty Foods will prepare and share his recipes for four ethnic stews from France, Hungary, Puerto Rico and Italy. $20-$25. Space limited, register at (847) 298-3500 or mppd.org.Rosemailing Art Class: 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, Salt Creek room, Bridgewater Place at Friendship Village, 350 W. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Learn the proper brush technique, color palette and traditional Norwegian designs in this rose painting class. Intended for beginning through advanced artists. $17 supplies fee. To register, call Jeannette, (847) 884-5539.Resume Touch Up: 5-6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, computer lab at Ahlstrand Fieldhouse, 6900 Catalpa, Hanover Park. Make over your resume with assistance, learn what employers look for in a resume, what words to use and how to market yourself. For adults 18 and over. $4-$6. (630) 837-2468 or hpparks.org. Poetic License: 7:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. A writer's group specifically for poets. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.New Beginnings Night at the Movies: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, Geri's place in Bloomingdale. RSVP to Geri, (630) 307-0095.Jan. 28Mourning Circle: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, Hurley Center at St. Edna, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Support group for those who have been windowed. Bring a friend. Margaret, (847) 398-3362, ext. 318.New Beginnings Game and Social Night: 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, Geri's place in Bloomingdale, sponsored by Margie. Bring a snack, a drink and a game. Call Margie, 9312) 590-9134.Jan. 29An Evening with Angels: 7-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 29, Assembly Hall at Friendship Village, 350 W. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Discussion about angels and miracles with author Joan Wester Anderson. $5. For reservations/tickets call Donna Brown at (847) 843-4254.New Beginnings: Meet 6:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 29 for dinner at Portilli's, 611 E. Golf Road, Schaumburg. Dessert follows at Norina's house in Hoffman Estates. Call Norina, (847) 490-1066.Jan. 30News Beginnings: Meet 6:30 p.m. for dinner at Rosati's Pizza, 829 W. Higgins Road, Schaumburg. After, dinner it's off to Dover Straits at 1149 E. Golf Road, Hoffman Estates for dancing to a live band. Call Joan, (847) 397-9643.eBay Shopping Made Easy: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 30, Rolling Meadows Public Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Join Vivienne Porter to learn how to find you way to bye best bargains on eBay. Learn the ins and outs of this online shopping experience. (847) 259-6055 or rmlib.org.Jan. 31New Beginnings Murder Mystery Party: 6 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 31, Geri's house in Bloomingdale. Call Geri, (630) 307-0095.Feb. 1Divorce Support Group: 8-7:45 p.m. Mondays, Feb. 1, 8, 15 22 and March 1 and 8, Barrington Youth Family Services, 110 S. Hager Ave., Barrington. Group offers counseling/support services for children and parents dealing with a divorce, separation or other difficult transition. Free to District 220 K-eighth grade students and their parents. To register, (847) 381-0345 or visit barringtonyouthandfamilyservices.org.Feb. 2Drop-in Scrabble: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Adults interested in playing a casual game of Scrabble are welcome to drop in. Boards and dictionaries provided.Live a Balanced Life: 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Cardiologist and author Dr. Bruno Cortis and inspirational speaker Joe O'Rourke will discuss how to reduce stress, increase energy and live a balanced life. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.You and Your Utilities-Cut Costs, Save Energy: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. A representative from the Citizens Utility Board, a utility watchdog group, will discuss the latest on natural gas, electric, and telephone issues, plus ways to combat high bills and resolve disputes with your utility company. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 167 or palatinelibrary.org.Art Institute's Modern Wing: 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. A slide lecture on the Art Institute's new Modern Wing, designed by architect Renzo Piano, home of the museum's collection of 20th and 21st century art. To register, call (847) 438-3433, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or visit eapl.org.Feb. 4To Be Joyful Again: 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, Holy Family Parish, 2525 W. Palatine Road, Inverness. A nondenominational support group for widows, widowers or anyone who has lost a significant other. Social hour followed by a speaker at 8 p.m. Call Mike, (847) 882-6901 or Elaine, (847) 705-9886.Adult social Scrabble: 1:30-3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Library supplies the boards and a Scrabble dictionary. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 132 or palatinelibrary.org. Adult social Scrabble: 1:30-3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Library supplies the boards and a Scrabble dictionary. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 132 or palatinelibrary.org. Show Boat: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Examine how composer Jerome Kern and librettist Oscar Hammerstein II created this monumental 1927 musical from Edna Ferber's novel. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Feb. 6Chinese New Year Cooking Class: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Cooking instructor Ying Stoller will demonstrate and prepare tomato egg drop soup, chicken stir fry and rice. Tasting and recipes are included. $3 tasting fee. Registration required. Call (847) 438-3433, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or visit eapl.org.Streets of Fury: Registration opens 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, Barnaby's Family Inn Restaurant, Schaumburg. Wheels Rallye Team hosts a short two-hour qimmick road ralley. $5. For information, Dennis, (847) 446-2904 or wheelsrallyeteam.com.Feb. 7Russian Jeopardy Club: 12:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 7, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Play the famous game in teams in Russian language. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Feb. 9Rosa Parks: 2-3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Discuss the life and times of Rosa Parks, a pioneer for the beginning of the Civil Rights Movement. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Super-Couponing Swap: 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Trade coupons, spend time with other coupon lovers and share stories of great deals. (847) 459-4100 or www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Feb. 10A Night at the Oscars: 7-8:15 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Author and film historian Raymond Benson will lead a discussion of this year's Oscar nominations, present insights on the Academy's history, entertain with Oscar trivia, and encourage participants to debate and vote on possible winners. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Feb. 11That Sweepstaking' Gal: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. That Sweepstaking' Gal will share her experiences and ideas on successful sweepstaking. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 167 or palatinelibrary.org.Live, Laugh and Love Adult Storytime: Noon Thursday, Feb. 11, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows. A special Valentine's Day storytime for adults. Share some wild stories about love found and love lost. Registration is limited. For registration or information, call (847) 259-6050.Feb. 16PIETA: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16, Saint Edna, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Support group for others who have lost a son or daughter. Margaret, (847) 398-3362, ext. 318. Bring a friend.Reunions:bull; Elmwood Park High School Class of 1960: Reunion planned for Sept. 24 and 25, 2010, Sheraton Gateway suites, Chicago O'Hare. Contact Herb Hellstrom, (815) 344-9042 or cardood@comcast.net. bull; Deerfield High School Class of 1989: Looking for alumni for its 20-year reunion. Call (888) 409-TEAM.WII Game: 1:30 p.m., Mondays, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive (847) 818-3205.Movin' On: A nondenominational social group whose purpose is to provide a welcoming, social situation exclusively for widowed men and women in the Northwest suburbs. Call Lenore at (847) 458-9697 for event and club information.