Lake County club notes

Wauconda Township Seniors Club: Today is the deadline to register for the Wauconda Township Seniors Club's annual Thanksgiving luncheon being held at noon Nov. 6, at the Wauconda Township Hall. Cost of the meal is $11. Call Shirley at (847) 526-8376 or Mary at (847) 526-7076. The club's annual Christmas party will be held Dec. 4; Deadline for reservations is Nov. 26. Contact Nonic at (847) 526-6306.

Lake County Astronomical Society: The Lake County Astronomical Society will meet 7:30 p.m. today at the Volo Bog State Natural Area visitor center in Ingleside. A business session will be followed at 8:30 p.m. by the public astronomy program featuring, Bob Shutan of Shutan Photo in Vernon Hills. A public star party follows at 9:30 p.m., weather permitting. For more information, call Travis at (847) 949-5479 or visit www.lcas-astronomy.org.

"Pictures of Prague Days": Czech Slovak Americans Genealogy Society Illinois will present a program by the Chicago Sister Cities organization, "Pictures of Prague Days," at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the First Presbyterian Church of LaGrange, 150 S. Ashland Ave. La Grange. All are welcome, admission free. For more information, call Marge at (847) 392-9036.

Bicycle Club of Lake County: The Bicycle Club of Lake County will sponsor a Singles Ride at 9 a.m. Saturday at Old School Forest Preserve, St. Mary's Road, north of Route 60 and about ½ mile south of Route 176, Libertyville. The ride is for singles of all ages interested in cycling. It is an easy 12-15-mile trail ride at a conversational pace of 12 mph; no one will be left behind. Meet at the trail parking lot, first lot on the left side on the one-way loop road. Helmets are required. Socializing after the ride. For more information, e-mail Bob at BCLCSinglesride@sbcglobal.net or visit www.bikebclc.com. Day of ride questions, call (847) 845-1741.

Alpaca Owners and Breeders Association: Alpaca Owners and Breeders Association sixth annual Alpaca Extravaganza will be held Saturday and Sunday at the Lake Country Fairgrounds, routes 120 and 45, Grayslake. For details, call (847) 279-8850.

Long Grove-Kildeer Garden Club: The Long Grove-Kildeer Garden Club, which is open to all levels of gardeners, meets on the second Monday of the month at Reed Turner Nature Center, 3851 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove. For more information, call Ivy (847) 800-5000.

Lake Villa Township Lions: The Lake Villa Township Lions Club will meet at 6:30 p.m., on the first Tuesday of the month, from September through May at Saluto's restaurant, 7680 Grand Ave., Gurnee. Meetings are open to the public and everyone is invited to attend. Each meeting includes a guest speaker. For more information, visit www.lakevillalions.org.

Snowseekers Ski Club: Skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities are invited to attend the Snowseekers Ski Club meeting held at 7:30 p.m., on the second Tuesday of the month, September through April, at First Presbyterian Church, Maple and Douglas avenues in Libertyville. The club offers families, couples and singles trips to Midwestern and Western ski slopes and an annual "Learn to Ski" weekend, in addition to a variety of non-skiing social activities. For more information, visit www.snowseekers.org or call (847) 289-1811.

Poetic License Poetry Group: The Poetic License Poetry Group will meet from 7:30 to 9 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month at the Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. For more information, call (847) 459-4100.

November

Lincolnshire Garden Club: The Lincolnshire Garden Club will hold its 32nd annual benefit and auction from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, at the home of Meri Finocchi in Lincolnshire. A raffle, silent auction and bake sale will be featured along with holiday wreaths and swags and botanical note cards. Tickets are $25 and include a buffet lunch. New members are welcome. Call Elaine at (847) 945-4421.

Island Lake Seniors: The Island Lake Seniors have planned a trip to the Fireside Theatre on Thursday. The $60 fee includes bus transportation, dinner and a play. For more information, call Bill at (847) 487-0405. The Island Lake Seniors meet on the second Tuesday of every month. Annual dues are $10.

Charity casino night: Hawthorn Woods Women's Club annual charity casino night, "Diamonds and Denim," will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Nov. 10 at Royal Melbourne Country Club, Long Grove. Vegas-style gambling, Texas Hold 'Em tournament, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, light buffet. Casual chic dress, wear your favorite denim and jewelry. The event benefits Lake County shelters. $65 before Thursday; $75 after. Hold 'Em tournament entry is $50. For more information, visit www.hwwc.info.

Lake Country Are Computer Enthusiasts: The Lake County Area Computer Enthusiasts will host "Microsoft Publisher 2007 -- See how you can create professional looking publications, flyers and newsletters at home," from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Grayslake Area Public Library. For more information, call Dwight at (847) 623-3815.

Gurnee Woman's Club: All ladies are invited to attend the Gurnee Woman's Club meeting being held 7 p.m. Nov. 5, in the Fellowship Hall of Gurnee Community Church, 4555 Old Grand Ave., Gurnee. A bridal style show presented by Barbara Riedel will be the featured program. Bring a guest; refreshments will be served. For more information, call Lori at (847) 855-1079.

Buffalo Grove Writers Group: If you like to write and have stories to share, or just want to get started, join the new Buffalo Grove Writers Group from 7 to 9 p.m. Nov. 6 at Kingswood United Methodist Church, 401 W. Dundee Road, Buffalo Grove. All interested writers are welcome. For more information, call Cindy at (847) 459-6337.

Four Seasons Garden Club: Laura Anderson of St. Charles will present "The History of Bees and Different Styles of Hives" when the Four Seasons Garden Club meets 9:30 a.m. Nov. 6 at Hawthorn Nursery, 24481 N. Old McHenry Road, Hawthorn Woods. Guests are welcome. The club meets on the first Tuesday of the month, September through June. For more information, call Lenore at (847) 381-2883.

Membership dinner: Sisterhood of Congregation Beth Judea will hold its annual membership dinner at 7 p.m. Nov. 7 in the synagogue's Social Hall, Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. For reservations and more information, call (847) 634-0777.

Hadassah benefit: Highland Park Group of Hadassah North Shore Chapter will hold a benefit honoring the IMA of the Year, Batya Retsky of Highland Park, at 7 p.m. Nov. 7 at Landmark Home in Highland Park. Guest speaker Richard Baehr, a management consultant and noted speaker, will discuss Middle East and American politics. Minimum donation is $54 for members; $65 with a guest. Wine and cheese event. For more information, call (847) 433-6350.

Libertyville Woman's Club: The next meeting of the Libertyville Woman's Club will be held at noon Nov. 7 at Grace Lutheran Church, on Valley Park Drive, Libertyville. A light luncheon will be served followed by a presentation by Joe Hunley, who will present drama, stories and poetry. For more information, call Audrey (847) 362-3565.

Gardeners of Central Lake County: Gardeners of Central Lake County will present "Our Year in Pictures" when the club meets 7:30 p.m. Nov. 12, at Evangelical Free Church, 431 W. Austin Ave., Libertyville. The public is invited, attendees are encouraged to bring seeds to exchange or a pie to share. For more information, call Susan at (847) 816-8007.

Buffalo Grove Garden Club: Nov. 9 is the deadline to register for the Buffalo Grove Garden Club's Nov. 13 meeting, being held at the Alcott Center, 530 Bernard, Buffalo Grove. Joyce Grattoni from Harper College will guide members through making a boxwood tree to use during the holiday season. A fee of $20 will be charged for the program and reservations are required. Interested non-members are invited to call Anne at (847) 362-4208 to participate.

Barrington Area Leadership Academy: The Barrington Area Development Council holds its Leadership Academy from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 10. The fee is $35. To register, call (847) 382-HELP.

Long Grove-Kildeer Garden Club: The Long Grove-Kildeer Garden Club will meet for a winter bulb forcing demonstration by E. Fournier of the Chicago Botanic Garden Nov. 12 at the Reed Turner Nature Center, 3851 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove. A cookie and recipe sharing event also will be held. Reservations are required by calling Ivy at (847) 800-5000.

"Les Bavards du Nord": This monthly francophone lunch group will meet at 1 p.m. Nov. 17 for lunch and conversation in French, at a Buffalo Grove restaurant. Participants must have the ability to carry on general conversations in the language. No membership is required. For information and reservations, call (847) 921-7864 before Nov. 13.

Hadassah North Shore: The Wilmette Group of Hadassah North Shore will hold a Youth Aliyah luncheon at 11:30 p.m. Nov. 14 at Wildfire Restaurant in Glenview. Peter Asxoli, author and historian, will speak about his grandfather, Jewish philanthropist Julius Rosenwald. For reservations, call (847) 433-6350.

Men's Club of Congregation Beth Judea: The Men's Club of Congregation Beth Judea will hold its annual blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 25 in the social hall of the synagogue, Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. Call (847) 634-0777 to make an appointment.

Aviva/Lilah Daytime Group of North Shore Hadassah: The Aviva/Lilah Daytime Group of North Shore Hadassah will meet 10 a.m. Nov. 27 at the Container Store, 101 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook. For reservations, call (847) 433-6350.

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