Adult social calendar
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Reunions
• Palatine High School Class of 1958: Oct. 10-12; For information e-mail Ginny Westerberg LaVelle at GINVW@aol.com.
•Conant High School Class of 1978: Oct. 10 and 11. For activity schedule, information or reservations, call Laura, (630) 762-0704 or Debbie, (630) 421-3436.
• Conant High School Class of 1978: Reunion weekend Oct. 10-12. Contact Laura Mots-Newmeyer at lnchloe@aol.com or (630) 762-0704 or Debbie Friebus-Jurgenson at Deborah.Jurgenson@sbcglobal.net. or (7630) 421-3436.
• Maine West Class of 1968: Oct. 17-19. For activity schedule, reservations, call (630) 668-0136.
• The Academy of Our Lady (Longwood) reunion: Oct. 18 and 19. (773) 445-2300.
• Morton West High School Class of 1998: Saturday, Oct 25. R.S.V.P. to Sarah at sltomcat@hotmail.com
• Kelvyn Park High School Class of 1968: Nov. 1. www.kelvynpark68.com or Bob at (630) 584-0382 for details and reservations.
• Proviso West Class of 1978: 7 p.m.-midnight Nov. 14. Visit Classmates. Com or email Rose (Pullia) Wiersema at lovmyboys2@yahoo.com
• Lake View High School classes of 1959: Saturday, June 20, 2009. Contact Jo Speciale Laufenberg, (847) 692-5907 or Sue Cornelisson Nape, (847) 297-0580.
• Prospect High School Class of 1969: Reunion is planned for August 2009. For details, e-mail nanharless@sbcglobal.net; pepperdg722//groups.yahoo.com/group/PHS69/
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meetings held at 6 p.m., second Monday of each month at Russell's BBQ, 2885 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Meet new friends for weekly events including dinners, plays, walks, sports and travel. Call the hotline (847) 289-4420 for information.
WII Game: 1:30 p.m., Mondays, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive (847) 818-3205
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Mondays in the 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. Donation $3 per meeting. For a listing of monthly events, e-mail newbeginningscal@aol.com or call (847) 891-1220.
Bingo: 7 p.m. Wednesdays; Des Plaines Elks Club, 495 Lee St., Des Plaines. Free coffee and soda with $500 coverall and bonanza. Public is invited.
Surviving the Loss of a Spouse: Drop-in group meets from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesdays; 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. Rosalie Greenberger, LCSW, (847) 392-8820. www.jcfs.org
Party classes: Offered by the Long Grove Art School, 1207 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. Art parties for up to 10 adults.; includes painting supplies, finger foods, pop, coffee and dessert. Fee is $40 per person. For reservations, deposit and other details, call (847) 534-2920 or visit longgroveartschool.com
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.
Oct 4
"Beehive -the 60s Musical": 7 p.m. Oct. 4, Prairie Lake Theater, 515 E. Thacker St., Des Plaines. Join New Beginning for a night at the theater. $17, adults; $15, seniors. Call Dena for reservations at (847) 891-8015.
Oct. 5
Movin' On Octoberfest party: 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 5, Twin Lakes, Palatine. Polka music, German food and potato salad available to purchase. Seating limited come early. Diane (847) 934-5542.
Oct. 6
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Mondays in the 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. Mark Mandel, Pharm D, will present "Natural Pharmaceutical Alternatives." Donation $3 per meeting. For a listing of events, e-mail newbeginningscal@aol.com or call (847) 891-1220.
Lunch Bunch: Noon, Monday, Oct. 6; Movin' On meets at Bacchus Nibbles, 20817 N. Quentin Road, Lake Zurich. Call (847) 458-9697.
Life of Lady Churchill dramatized: 1 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 8; Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Features Barbara Rinella's first person dramatization of author Anne Sebba's "American Jennie: The Remarkable Life of Lady Randolph Churchill." Tickets are $18 and must be purchased at the Registration Desk by Monday, Oct. 6. Visitmppl.org/events or call (847) 253-5675.
Oct. 8
"Dirty Dancing" trip: Bus departs 10:15 a.m. Oct. 8 from the Barrington Park District office. The Barrington Area Council on Aging and the Barrington Park District are sponsoring a trip to see "Dirty Dancing" at the Cadillac Palace Theatre in Chicago. The musical is based on the 1987 movie and features new songs and scenes. Cost is $103 and includes transportation and ticket to the show. To register, call the park district at (847) 381-0687.
Oct. 9
Movin' On meets: 7 p.m. Oct. 9, St. Thomas of Villanova, 1201 E. Anderson Drive, Palatine. Program: "The Dixie Downbeats." Marilyn (847) 202-4740 or Walter, (847) 478-8215.
Sociable Singles walk/bike ride: 10 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 12; Moraine Hills State Park, River Road between Island Lake and McHenry. A 3.2 mile walk with some gentle hills. Brunch follows at a restaurant in Island Lake. Confirm by Thursday, Oct. 9 to (847) 289-4420
Oct. 10
"The Legend Sleepy Hollow" trip: Bus departs 9:30 a.m. Oct. 29 from the Barrington Park District office. The Barrington Area Council on Aging and the Barrington Park District are sponsoring a trip to see "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" at the Noble Horse Theatre in Chicago. The show is performed entirely on live horses in the oldest indoor performing riding hall in North America. $73, includes transportation, lunch and show. Registration deadline is Oct. 10. Call (847) 381-0687.
Sociable Singles pottery wheel party: 5:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 17; Clayground, 550 Business Center Drive, Mount Prospect. Learn to work at a pottery wheel and make one item, bowl or pot, color it and glass glaze to make it complete. Cost $25, includes wine, pop and cheese. R.S.V.P. and check must be received by Oct. 10. Call (847) 289-4420.
Oct. 11
New Beginnings hayride, picnic and bonfire: 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, Randall Oaks Park, 17N350 Randall Road, West Dundee. Includes 30-minute hayride, auction, dancing, S'mores, more. For tickets, call Joe (847) 922-8007.
Sociable Singles trip to see "Beehive": 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11; Prairie Lakes Theatre, 515 E. Thacker, Des Plaines. The 60s musical is a nostalgic look back at the girl groups and soloists of that time featuring songs by The Supreme's, Aretha Franklin, Connie Francis, Lesley Gore, Petula Clark. Drinks and snacks after at a local restaurant. Cost of ticket $18. R.S.V.P. to (847) 289-4420.
Arlington Heights American Legion Oktoberfest: 6 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11; American Legion Post, 121 N. Douglas Ave. German food and dancing, $15 per person. Tickets are available in advance at the post. (847) 253-6632.
Oct. 13
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Mondays in the 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. Donation $3 per meeting. For a listing of events, e-mail newbeginningscal@aol.com or call (847) 891-1220.
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13, Russells BBQ, 2885 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Meet new friends for weekly events including dinners, plays, walks, sports and travel. For event information, call (847) 289-4420.
Oct. 14
Octoberfest dinner: 6 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 18; Movin' On meets at Bavaria Hof, 933 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. German entrees along with a German band. Average entrée $20 plus tax and tip. Call (847) 934-5542 by Tuesday, Oct. 14. Envelopes will be used; bring cash.
Oct. 15
Extreme Scrapbooking: 6:30-9 p.m. Oct. 15 and Nov. 12, Bartlett Community Center, Bartlett. Learn the quick tricks to create beautiful pages in a limited time. Over 18 only, registration required. Each class is $20, residents; $25 nonresidents. (630) 540-4800 or www.bartlettparks.org.
Oct. 17
Sociable Singles dinner: 6 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 18; Jimmy's Char House, 2290 Point Blvd., Elgin. R.S.V.P. by Oct. 17. Call (847) 289-4420.
Sociable Singles meet to watch Bears: Noon, Sunday, Oct. 19; Sweet Baby Ray's, 800 E. Higgins, Elk Grove Village. R.S.V.P. to (847) 289-4420 by Oct. 17.
Coffee and Conversation: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Oct. 17, Nov. 21 and Dec. 19; Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Open, nonpartisan forum for community members to share their views. Each month, a new topic is researched and discussed. Register for research updates. Visit mppl.org/events or call (847) 253-5675.
Oct. 18
New Beginnings Sweetest Day dance: 8-11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, St. Matthews Church, 1001 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. All welcome. Bring a snack to share, soft drinks and coffee provided. $8 in advance; $10 at the door. Joan, (847) 397-9643.
Oct. 20
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Mondays in the 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. Ed Hall, retired architect, will present a slide show on Frank Lloyd Wright's contribution to the architectural world. Donation $3 per meeting. For a listing of events, e-mail newbeginningscal@aol.com or call (847) 891-1220.
Oct. 23
Great Taste Fest and Expo of Barrington: 6-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, Onion Pub & Brewery, 22221 Pepper Road, Barrington. The Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce and Barrington Bank & Trust host this evening of food, spirits and friendship. Includes complimentary valet parking, over 20 restaurants, area breweries, raffle, silent and live auctions, games, door prizes, business exhibitors, more. $30 in advance; $40 at the door. Proceeds benefit the scholarship fund and economic development. For tickets, call (847) 381-2525 or visit the chamber office, 325 N. Hough St., Barrington.
Oct. 24
Stamp Camp: 6:30-9 p.m. Oct. 24; 9-11:30 a.m. Oct. 25; 6-9:30 p.m. Nov. 21; and 9-11:30 a.m. Nov. 22, Bartlett Community Center. Learn the art of stamping, supplies included. Over 18 only. Advanced registration, each class is $20, residents; $25 nonresidents. (630) 540-4800 or www.bartlettparks.org.
Wine and Spirits: 7-9 p.m. Oct. 24, Palatine Hills clubhouse, 512 W. Northwest Highway, Palatine. Wine tasting, entertainment by theater and story artist, Megan Wells. Wells will bring to vivid life the Gothic thrill of Bram Stoker's Dracula. For information or reservations, call (847) 991-0333.
Movin' On: Meet 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24 for happy hour, John Barleycorn, 1100 American Lane, Schaumburg. Optional dinner follows. R.S.V.P to Diane (847) 934-5542.
Oct. 25
Halloween Costume Bash: 8-11 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 25; Adults only
Friendship Park Conservatory, 395 Algonquin Road, Des Plaines. DJ, dancing, Prizes awarded for best costumes. Cash bar, light eats Fee: $12 in advance; $15 at the door. For details, call (847) 298-3500.
Oct. 27
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Mondays in the 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. Annual Halloween party and dance. Costumes optional. Donation $3 per meeting. For a listing of events, e-mail newbeginningscal@aol.com or call (847) 891-1220.
Nov. 3
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Mondays in the 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. Donation $3 per meeting. For a listing of events, e-mail newbeginningscal@aol.com or call (847) 891-1220.
Nov. 10
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Mondays in the 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. Donation $3 per meeting. For a listing of events, e-mail newbeginningscal@aol.com or call (847) 891-1220.
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, Russells BBQ, 2885 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Meet new friends for weekly events including dinners, plays, walks, sports and travel. For event information, call (847) 289-4420.
Nov. 13
Wine tasting: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Sample and learn about wines from a variety of regions. Includes light refreshments. Ages over 21 only. (630) 540-4834.
Nov. 17
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Mondays in the 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. Donation $3 per meeting. For a listing of events, e-mail newbeginningscal@aol.com or call (847) 891-1220.
Nov. 19
Osthoff Christmas Market trip: 7 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 12; bus departs from the Barrington Park District. Barrington Area Council on Aging and the Barrington Park Districh host this Wisconsin trip to the Osthoff Resort's traditional European Christmas Market. Includes a wreath-making demonstration, German luncheon, shopping. $75. Register by Nov. 19. (847) 381-0687.
Nov. 21
Stamp Camp: Nov. 21; and 9-11:30 a.m. Nov. 22, Bartlett Community Center. Learn the art of stamping, supplies included. Over 18 only. Advanced registration, each class is $20, residents; $25 nonresidents. (630) 540-4800 or www.bartlettparks.org.
Nov. 24
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Mondays in the 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. Donation $3 per meeting. For a listing of events, e-mail newbeginningscal@aol.com or call (847) 891-1220.
Dec. 1
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Mondays in the 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. Donation $3 per meeting. For a listing of events, e-mail newbeginningscal@aol.com or call (847) 891-1220.
Dec. 8
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Mondays in the 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. Donation $3 per meeting. For a listing of events, e-mail newbeginningscal@aol.com or call (847) 891-1220.
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8, Russells BBQ, 2885 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Meet new friends for weekly events including dinners, plays, walks, sports and travel. For event information, call (847) 289-4420.
Dec 15
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Mondays in the 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. Donation $3 per meeting. For a listing of events, e-mail newbeginningscal@aol.com or call (847) 891-1220.
Dec. 22
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Mondays in the 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. Donation $3 per meeting. For a listing of events, e-mail newbeginningscal@aol.com or call (847) 891-1220.
Dec. 29
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Mondays in the 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. Donation $3 per meeting. For a listing of events, e-mail newbeginningscal@aol.com or call (847) 891-1220.
Jan. 12
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12, Russells BBQ, 2885 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Meet new friends for weekly events including dinners, plays, walks, sports and travel. For event information, call (847) 289-4420.