From the clubs

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Movin' On: Movin' On, a social group for widowed men and women in the Northwest suburbs, meets for the free "Bopology" concert at 7:30 p.m. today at Twin Lakes, food and drink available, meet on the deck at 6 p.m., (847) 934-5542; and 7:30 p.m. Monday for a free "Swing, Swing, Swing" big band concert at the Mount Prospect Veterans Memorial Band Shell, 411 S. Maple St.

CAGG-NI: The Computer-Assisted Genealogy Group of Northern Illinois meets at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. CAGG-NI president Everett Butler discusses FamilySearch.com. (630) 529-4849.

Wheeling AARP: The Wheeling Area Chapter of AARP meets at 1 p.m. Monday at the Pavilion Senior Center, 199 N. First St., Wheeling. Officer installation, social. All seniors welcome. (847) 459-2670.

Northwest Stamp Club: The Northwest Stamp Club meets from 7 to 10 p.m. various nights throughout the year at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave., or the Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. The following programs are planned. (847) 439-1947.

•Monday: Summer Auction in Arlington Heights

•Aug. 27: Show and Tell/Mixture in Arlington Heights

Hadassah North Shore: Hadassah North Shore Chapter hosts a "Keepers of the Gate" luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at a Highland Park home. David's Harp pins will be given to all new Keepers. Musical program, "Effect of Jewish Music on American Popular Music of the '40s," by Seymour Rabens and James Abe, "Virtual Tour of New York and Convention" by Skookie Bernsen. $25 couvert. R.S.V.P. at (847) 433-6350 or northshore@hadassah.org.

Ostomy Association of Greater Chicago: The Ostomy Association of Greater Chicago meets Wednesday at Lutheran General Hospital, 1775 Dempster St., Park Ridge. Fellowship at 7, meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the 10th floor west special function dining room. Madeline Grimm, RN, MS, WOCN, of Rush North Shore discusses ostomy and its effect on sexual activity. www.uoachicago.org.

Catholic Charities LOSS: The Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago hold Loving Outreach to Survivors of Suicide meetings in July and August. Meetings take place from 7 to 9 p.m. Aug. 12 at the northwest office, 1717 Rand Road, Des Plaines; Aug. 15 at the Holy Family Church Counseling Center, 2515 Palatine Road, Inverness; and Thursday and Aug. 23 at Carmel High School, 1 Carmel Parkway, Mundelein. (847) 376-2118.

Racqueteers: Racqueteers, a tennis social club for single adults, hosts summer picnics July 29 and Aug. 26 at Wood Oaks Park Tennis Courts, 1500 Sanders Road, Northbrook. Mixed doubles. Player levels must be intermediate or higher. $10 preregistration fee includes court time, balls, food and drink. (312) 475-9041 or www.racqueteers.org.

Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois: The Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois hosts a tour July 29 at Waldheim Cemetery, 1400 Des Plaines Ave., Forest Park. Car pools form at 10 a.m. at Temple Beth Israel, 3601 W. Dempster St., Skokie. R.S.V.P. at abbycvolad@aol.com. Those who plan to locate/visit family graves should call (708) 366-4541.

Les Bavards: Les Bavards, a monthly francophone dinner group, meets at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 1 at a Des Plaines restaurant. No membership necessary. Listening in French required. R.S.V.P. by July 30 at (847) 720-4502 or lesbavards@yahoo.com. lesbavardsfrancophones.blogspot.com.

Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A.: Buffalo Grove Post and Auxiliary 89 of the Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A. hosts its annual picnic at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 1 at the Half Day Forest Preserve, Shelter C, White Oak, Route 21 and Corporate Woods Parkway. Attendees should bring food, games, and something to share. Guests welcome. (847) 821-7322 or (847) 412-0405.

Polish Genealogical Society of America: The Polish Genealogical Society of America holds its 29th annual conference, "Bridges to the Past," Sept. 28-30 at the Chicago Marriott Schaumburg, 50 N. Martingale Road. Stephen Morse speaks on databases, the U.S. Census, and Deep Linking. Admission is $110 for three days, $30 for Friday/Sunday, $80 for Saturday/Sunday (includes lunch). 10 percent discount for registering by Aug. 1. (312) 915-5927 or www.pgsa.org.

Antique Radio Club of Illinois: The Antique Radio Club of Illinois holds its annual Radiofest celebration Aug. 2-4 at the Willowbrook Holiday Inn Conference Center, 7800 S. Kingery Hwy. Open-air radio swap meet, radio equipment contests, auction, special presentations. Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts in uniform admitted free. (630) 739-1060 or www.antique-radios.org.

Northwest Women's Connection: The Northwest Women's Connection holds its "Investments for Women" luncheon from noon to 1:30 p.m. Aug. 9 at Concorde Banquets, 20922 N. Rand Road, Kildeer. Mary Polnow speaks on investments, Robin Reese discusses how to be secure in an insecure world. Free off-premises preschool childcare. R.S.V.P. by Aug. 3 at (847) 358-5830 or (847) 818-9016.

Lakeshore Ski and Sports Club: The Lakeshore Ski and Sports Club hosts an afternoon of canoeing and kayaking on the Skokie Lagoon Aug. 4. Afternoon begins at the Tower Road Launch in Winnetka, paddling north to the Chicago Botanic Gardens in Glencoe and back. $37 admission includes canoes, kayaks, and paddles. Single kayaks available for an additional $10. Dinner afterward at Barnaby's in Northbrook not included. (312) 560-4000 or smcg@chicagogsb.edu.

Four Seasons Garden Club: The Four Seasons Garden Club meets at 11 a.m. Aug. 11 at the Atrium Garden Center, 21481 N. Hwy. 12, Lake Zurich. Discussion of care and nurturing of roses. The public is welcome. (847) 381-2883.

Dance World: Dance World holds a Hawaiian-themed dance Aug. 11 at the Hoffman Estates Park District, 1685 W. Higgins Road. Dancers encouraged to wear island-themed clothing. Optional one-hour Fox Trot lesson with Susan Cole at 7:30, open dance from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. $5 admission for members, $10 for guests, $5 for first time guests. Additional $3 fee for lesson. Dressy/casual attire. Light refreshments. Adults of all ages/abilities welcome. (847) 622-3622 or www.ballroomchicago.com.

Les Bavards du Nord: Les Bavards du Nord, a monthly francophone lunch group, meets at 1 p.m. Aug. 18 at a Buffalo Grove-area restaurant. No membership necessary. Listening in French required. R.S.V.P. by Aug. 16 at (847) 921-7864 or lesbavardsdunord@yahoo.com. lesbavardsfrancophones.blogspot.com.

PFLAG Palatine: PFLAG (Parents, Family and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) Palatine meets at 7 p.m. Aug. 20 at the Countryside Unitarian Universalist Church, 1025 N. Smith, Palatine. Pamela McCaan of the Chicago Office of Public Health discusses the transgender experience. (847) 358-3994 or www.pflag-palatine.org.

Parents Who Care: Parents Who Care hosts a children's clothing, toy and equipment resale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 25 at the Park Place Family Recreation Center, 550 S. Park Blvd., Streamwood. Sellers needed. $1 admission. (847) 604-4582 or resale@parentswhocare.org.

Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois: The Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois meets from 1 to 4 p.m. Aug. 26 at Temple Beth Israel, 3601 W. Dempster St., Skokie. Program features highlights of the international Jewish genealogical conference. Study period, Q&A. Guests welcome. (312) 666-0100 or www.jewishgen.org/jgsi.

1st Marine Division Association: The Chicago Chapter of the 1st Marine Division Association is looking for new members. Meetings held monthly. (708) 562-4722 or (773) 237-7067.

Ela Area Newcomers and Neighbors Club: The Ela Area Newcomers and Neighbors Club includes new and established residents of Ela Area Township, including Lake Zurich, Deer Park, Hawthorn Woods, Barrington and Kildeer. The social organization takes part in community and charity events, and holds several annual events. Speakers, ladies night out, bunco. (847) 438-1238 or send e-mail to sue-kamman@hotmail.com.

Women's chorus: An assistant director is needed for a 40-voice women's chorus in Arlington Heights. Rehearsals take place from 9:30 a.m. to noon Mondays, September through May. Chorus sings all types of music. Knowledge of piano or keyboard helpful. (847) 870-1567.

New Beginnings Women's Chorus: The New Beginnings Women's Chorus is looking for new members. Rehearsals held from 9:30 a.m. to noon Mondays, September through May, at 330 W. Golf Road, Arlington Heights. All experience levels welcome. No auditions required. (847) 255-8064, (630) 773-8969, or www.newbeginningschorus.org.

TOPS Chapter 119: Take Off Pounds Sensibly Chapter 119 meets at 9 a.m. Mondays at Friedrich's Funeral Home, 320 W. Central Ave., Mount Prospect. (847) 824-7909.

Spring Valley Chorus: The Spring Valley Chorus is seeking experienced female singers interested in performing with an a cappella show chorus. Openings available in all sections. Group rehearses from 7:15 to 9:45 p.m. Mondays at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 930 W. Higgins Road, Schaumburg. (608) 242-9207, (630) 830-7745 or visit www.springvalleychorus.com.

Kids Masti! Kids Masti! summer camp, for ages 1 to 7 with moms, will be held Tuesday and Friday mornings in the Schaumburg/Hoffman Estates area. Free. (847) 931-0310 or chicagoplaygroup@yahoogroups.com.

Buffalo Grove Toastmasters: The Toastmasters Club No. 4704 meets at noon the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 1000 Deerfield Parkway, Buffalo Grove. (847) 964-5323 or www.geocities.com/speechmakers4704/.

Soroptimist International: Soroptimist International of Suburban Chicago meets at 7 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month, September through June. Open to women only. Most meetings take place at Easter Seals of DuPage, 830 S. Addison Ave., Villa Park. (847) 541-4689 or www.si-suburbanchicago.org.

Spring Valley Concert Band: The Spring Valley Concert Band, Schaumburg's adult community band, seeks new members. Openings in each section, with special need for French horn players and percussionists. No formal auditions. Rehearsals held from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg. (847) 289-4227 or www.svcb.net.

Schaumburg Bicycle Club: The Schaumburg Bicycle Club meets the fourth Wednesday of the month at the Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Programs followed by refreshments and social time. Expert bicycling skills not required. (630) 668-5204 or www.schaumburgbicycleclub.org.

Aphasia/Apraxia Support Group: A conversation support group for those with aphasia and apraxia meets from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays in the Niehoff Conference Room of the Alexian Rehabilitation Hospital, 935 Beisner Road, Elk Grove Village. No registration required. Family members can wait in the cafeteria, waiting room or lobby during group time. (847) 437-5500, ext. 4978, or stantons@alexian.net.

Arlington Heights Nurses Club: The Arlington Heights Nurses Club meets at 7:30 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of the month -- September, October, and January through May -- at the Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Open to all registered nurses living or working in Arlington Heights. (847) 397-1878 or www.ahnursesclub.org.

Beverlyettes: The Beverlyettes ladies bowling league meets at 9:15 a.m. Wednesdays at Beverly Lanes, 8 S. Beverly Lane, Arlington Heights. (847) 398-3403 or (847) 397-8602.

Salvation Army Support Group: The Salvation Army Community Counseling Center and Disabled Services office of Schaumburg Township has started a support group for parents of children with developmental disabilities. The group meets from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays at the center, 1 Illinois Blvd., Hoffman Estates. (847) 885-4060.

TOPS Chapter 2058: TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter 2058 holds open houses from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Thursdays through Sept. 27 at Congregational United Church of Christ, 1001 Kirchoff Road, Arlington Heights. New members sought from Arlington Heights and surrounding suburbs. Free chapter dues for the first three months. (847) 296-3216.

Illinois Education Association Retired Teachers: The North Lakes Chapter of the Illinois Education Association Retired Teachers meets the second Thursday of the month at In-Laws, 720 Milwaukee Ave., Gurnee. Lunch at 11:30 a.m., followed by an informative program. Guests welcome. (847) 362-0305.

Alliance for the Mentally Ill: The Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Elk Grove/Schaumburg meets at 6:45 p.m. the second Thursday of the month at the Kenneth Young Center, 1001 Rohlwing Road, Elk Grove Village. Support, education and advocacy for family members and those suffering from severe mental illness. Self-help for recovering people and family member education courses available. (630) 529-3037.

The Brotherhood of Harmony: The Brotherhood of Harmony, a new a cappella men's chorus, is seeking new members. Rehearsals take place from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Thursdays at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 202 E. Schaumburg Road. Directed by Todd Wilson. (630) 668-9903.

Piece Corps: The Piece Corps quilting group meets from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays at the Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Hwy. No formal projects or dues. Bring projects to work on. (847) 639-4794 or (847) 304-5854.

Single Parents Inc.: Single parents are invited to meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at The Ball Park, 394 E. Irving Park Road, Roselle. $3 for members, $5 for others. (630) 893-0050.

Skjold Lodge, Sons of Norway: Skjold Lodge, Sons of Norway, meets on the fourth Friday of the month at Bethel Lutheran Church, 3839 N. Frontage Road, Palatine. New members welcome. (847) 835-0709.

Valley Model Railroaders: Valley Model Railroaders hold open house from 8 to 10 p.m. the second and fourth Friday of the month at Main Yards Kenyon Road, one-eighth mile west of Route 25 on the south side of the road. Run a club member's train (DCC with FX) for a donation. New members welcome. (847) 742-2028, vmr50@aol.com, or www.trainweb.org/vmrr.

Telephone Pioneers: The Telephone Pioneers -- NW Life Member Club holds luncheons on the second Friday of the month at the Wellington of Arlington, 2121 S. Arlington Heights Road. Cocktail hour begins at 11 a.m. $18 per person. Send payment/confirmation to Alice Prom, 909 E. Kenilworth, No. 321, Palatine, IL 60074. (847) 358-7225.

Chicagoland Circle Cutters: The Chicagoland Circle Cutters, a group of control-line modelers, meets at 7 p.m. the second Friday of the month in the Hendrickson Meeting Room of the Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Weather permitting, members fly from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, and Wednesday evenings before sundown, at the Ned Brown Meadow control-line circles, southeast of Route 53 and Golf Road. (630) 836-9854 or (847) 506-0096.

Arlington Squares: The Arlington Squares Square Dance Club holds dances the second, fourth and fifth Fridays of the month. Rounds begin at 8 p.m., squares from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. Kammerers or Hoffmans on the rounds. Rick Allison and guest callers. $5 for visitors. (847) 526-5414.

Wheeling Rotary Club: The Wheeling Rotary Club meets at 12:15 p.m. Fridays at the Chevy Chase Country Club, 1000 N. Milwaukee Ave. Lunch is $15. (847) 459-1150 or (847) 459-4100, ext. 202.

Northern Illinois Civil War Round Table: The Northern Illinois Civil War Round Table meets for an informal discussion the third Saturday of the month at the Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Hwy. (847) 259-4240 or (847) 381-6486.

Scrabble Club: The Scrabble Club meets from 6 to 10 p.m. Sundays, September through May, at the Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. The public is welcome.

NI-NCGR: The NI-NCGR Spica Chapter, a worldwide astrology organization, meets monthly on various Sundays at the Unity Northwest Church, 259 E. Central Road, Des Plaines. Speakers and discussions featured. (847) 744-0606.

Sun-Days Doll Club: The Sun-Days Doll Club, affiliated with the United Federation of Doll Clubs, is looking for new members. Meetings take place at members' houses the second Sunday of the month in the North and Northwest suburbs. Open only to adults collecting dolls. (847) 228-5396.

Fleet 4 model boat club: The Fleet 4 Commanders Radio Control Scale Model Boat Club meets from 9 a.m. to noon the second and fourth Sunday of the month at Fred Volkening Lake, 1000 W. Schaumburg Road. New members welcome. (847) 515-3218 or (847) 551-9656.