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Adult social calendar

Posted December 14, 2008 10:00 pm

Daily Herald Staff Report

Events for adults that are largely social, such as singles events, reunions, game nights, wine tastings and adult open gym nights. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.

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. 17

See "The Nutcracker": Bus departs 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 17 from the Barrington Park District to see "The Nutcracker" performed at the Noble Horse Theatre in Chicago. Show is performed entirely on live horses. $57 includes lunch, show, transportation. Hosted by the Barrington Area Council on Aging and the Barrington Park District. For reservations, (847) 304-5286.

Dec. 22

Gala New Year's Eve Party: 6:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31, Diemer Hall at St. Marcelline's Church, 820 Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. Catered buffet dinner with wine, beer, soft drinks and coffee, special champagne toast and appetizers at midnight, Dj, live entertainment. Tickets $35 per person before Dec. 22. Tickets for dancing and entertainment only $25 per person. For information and tickets call LaVerne at (847) 322-1976 or Joan at (847) 397-9643.

Dec. 29

Jan. 2

Sociable Singles 50+ pizza night: 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, 1 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg RSVP by Jan 2 to (847) 289-4420

Jan. 6

Foxtrot and Swing dance class: Begins 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6, South Barrington Park District, 3 Tennis Club Lane. Develop your dance skills, no prior dance experience or dance partner needed. To register, (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.

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.

Jan. 13

The basics of wine: 7:30-9 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13, Urban Harvest, 15 S. Dunton, Arlington Heights. Evening of wine tasting for novices and those who appreciate good wine. Course focuses on general knowledge including wine selections and evaluation. $25, ages over 21. (847) 934-6300 or invernessparkdistrict.com

Jan. 14

Writer's Support Group: 6:30-8:45 p.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 14 and Feb. 11, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. An opportunity for writers - published or not - to critique each other's work and share ideas and techniques. Registration is not required. For information, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

Jan. 24

St. Hubert Alumni Mass and reception: 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, St. Hubert Church, 255 Flagstaff Lane, Hoffman Estates. Mass, reception with refreshments, open house walk of the school. Reservations to Denise Herrmann at dherrmann@sthubertschool.com.

Jan 30

Couples night out- The Tuscan Table: 7-9:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, Pina's Culinary Experience, 632 E. Irving Park Road, Roselle. Hands on cooking and dining experience. Join Chef Edward as you prepare delicious Italian fare. $80 per couple, ages 21 and over. (847) 934-6300 or invernessparkdistrict.com.

Feb. 11

Red wine and chocolate: 7:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, Urban Harvest, 15 S. Dunton, Arlington Heights. Taste of variety of chocolates from Belgium, France and the U.S. and wines from around the world. $30, ages 21 and over. (847) 934-6300 or invernessparkdistrict.com.

Writer's Support Group: 6:30-8:45 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. An opportunity for writers - published or not - to critique each other's work and share ideas and techniques. Registration is not required. For information, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

March 6

Islands of the Palm Coast trip: Departure March 6. BACOA and the Barrington Park District have partnered with Mayflower Tours for this nine-day trip. Visit St. Augustine, Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach with stops in Montgomery, Ala., and an optional trip to Orlando. $1,149 includes 12 meals, motor coach transportation and $45 in Mayflower Money. For information or reservations, call Linda Avellon at BACOA at (847) 852-3892.

March 17

Nite Club Two Step and Salsa dance class: Begins 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, South Barrington Park District, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Develop you dance skills, no prior dance experience or dance partner needed. To register, call (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.

April 3

Girl's Night Out-Celebrate Spring: 7-9:30 p.m. Friday, April 3, Pina's Culinary Experience, 632 E. Irving Park Road, Roselle. Prepare a gourmet meal with chef Edward, then enjoy the fruits of your labor. $50 per person, ages 21 and over. (847) 934-6300 or invernessparkdistrict.com.

Reunions:

• Glenbrook North High School, Class of 1998: Nov. 28. reunionteam.com or call (888) 409-TEAM.

• 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.

• Bowen High School class of 1969: Saturday, July 25, 2009; Holiday Inn Mart Plaza, Chicago. Brett Weiss (630) 248-5405.

• Our Lady of the Wayside 1961 reunion tentatively scheduled for August 6, 2011; Seeking 1960, 1961 and 1963 graduates Contact Pat (Dralle) Kendall. E-mail fishlady47@sbcglobal.net or visit classmates.com

• Prospect High School Class of 1969: Reunion is planned for August 2009. For details, e-mail nanharless@sbcglobal.net. Classmates, friends, relatives and acquaintances may also get in touch online through classmates.com and through a special YahooGroup, PHS_Knightsof69 at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PHS69/

Islands of the Palm Coast: Departure date March 6. Nine-day trip by motor coach includes visits to St. Augustine, Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach as well as stops in Montgomery, Ala., and an optional trip to Orlando. Sponsored by BACOA and the Barrington Park District in partnership with Mayflower Tours. $1,149. (847) 852-3892.

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

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.