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Posted January 18, 2009 10:00 pm

Daily Herald Staff Report

Events that specify they are for those who are over age 50, including trips, classes, support programs, fitness and lectures. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.

Jan. 19

AARP Safe Driving class: Noon-4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 19 and Tuesday, Jan. 20, Schaumburg Park District Senior Center, 505 Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. To register, call (847) 490-7020.

BACOA Senior Activity and Lunch program: Doors open at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Jan. 19, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. Bingo at 11 a.m.; lunch at noon. Suggested donation is $3.50. Registration required, call (847) 381-5030.

Drumming circle: 10:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 19, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Presented by music therapist Rita Lopienski. Drums provided, all ages welcome. Reservations to (630) 213-0100.

Jan. 20

Senior tea: 3-4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20, Palatine Public Library 700 N. Court, Palatine. Senior special event featuring books, sharing and refreshments. Topic will be "Winter Wonderland." To register, call (847) 358-5881, ext. 166 or 108 or visit palatinelibrary.org.

Senior Session program: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20, Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St., Mount Prospect. Sue Barrett, a medical laboratory technologist presents, "How to Get the Most Out of Your Next Doctor's Visit." Covers how to prepare for the doctor's visit, how to communicate accurately with the physician and medical staff, and what steps to take after the visit. Register at mppl.org/events or call (847) 253-5675

Jan. 22

Sociable Singles 50+ dinner: 7:30 p.m. Julio's Latin Cafe, 95 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. Feature South American, Caribbean and Mexican cuisines. R.S.V.P. before Thursday, Jan. 22 to (847) 289-4420.

BACOA senior luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, Greencastle of Barrington, 445 W. Main St., Barrington. All Barrington-area seniors are invited to attend the lunch program and participate in the Senior Social following lunch. Suggested lunch donation is $3.50. Advance registration required, call the Barrington Area Council on Aging at (847) 381-5030.

Prevention screening/balance fair: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. A team of health care professionals from Vital Wellness will talk about the causes of falls and practical ways to improve safety. Includes provide blood pressure checks and Oximetry and a balance screening. For reservations, call (630) 213-0100.

Jan. 23

Sociable Singles 50+ day trip: Meet at 11:30 a.m. for a Chicago art and architecture - free tour of Lane Tech High School's murals from the WPA program, featuring vintage art work from General Motors and the World's Fair. R.S.V.P. to (847) 289-4420 by Friday, Jan. 16.

Friday Brown Bag lunches: 50+ Active Adult Group 11:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 23, CCIA, 1685 Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. (847) 885-7500, ext. 635.

Couture and cooking: 8:15 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4, bus departs from the Barrington Park District, returning at 5 p.m. The Barrington Area Council on Aging and the Barrington Park District host this day of history and gourmet dining in Chicago. Stops at the Chicago History Museum to see "Chic Chicago: Couture Treasures from the Chicago History Museum"; a gourmet lunch at the Kendall College dining room; and a visit to the Oprah Store. $84. To register, call (847) 381-0687.

Jan. 25

AARP Safe Driving class: 1-5 p.m. Sundays, Jan. 25 and Feb. 1, Sikh Religious Society of Chicago, 1280 Winnetka St., Palatine. To register, call (847) 985-6677.

Jan. 26

AARP Safe Driving class: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 26 and Wednesday, Jan. 28, Maine Township Senior Center, 1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge. To register, call (847) 297-2510.

BACOA Senior Activity and Lunch program: Doors open at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Jan. 26, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. Bingo at 11 a.m.; lunch at noon. Suggested donation is $3.50. Registration required, call (847) 381-5030.

Vibration Instruments of China: 3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 26, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Presented by music therapist Rita Lopienski. Learn about the seven metal singing bowls of Tibet, chimes, gongs, cymbals and bells that are used for rituals dating back to the Chinese Empire and used in therapy and Yoga. For reservations, call (630) 213-0100.

Jan. 27

AARP Safe Driving class: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27 and Thursday, Jan. 29, Park Ridge Senior Center, 100 S. Western, Park Ridge. To register, call (847) 692-3597.

Jan. 28

Celebrate national hobby month: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Ernie Reynolds share his loge-long hobby of ham radio. reservations to (630) 213-0100.

Latino Club performs: 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Latino Club of South Elgin High School dance performance. Reservations to (630)- 213-0100.

Planning For Uncertainty-Power-Of-Attorney For Health Care: 7 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 28; Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood St. Speaker is Susan Riker Dolan, a registered nurse and attorney. Registration required. Visit dppl.org

Jan. 29

BACOA senior luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, Greencastle of Barrington, 445 W. Main St., Barrington. All Barrington-area seniors are invited to attend the lunch program and participate in the Senior Social following lunch. Suggested lunch donation is $3.50. Advance registration required, call the Barrington Area Council on Aging at (847) 381-5030.

Jan. 30

Sociable Singles 50+ TGIF: 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, Birch River Grill, Algonquin Road, west of Arlington Heights Road. For information, call (847) 289-4420.

Friday Brown Bag lunches: 50+ Active Adult Group 11:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30, CCIA, 1685 Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. (847) 885-7500, ext. 635.

Piano performance: 3 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Entertainer Bob Kurtz of Elgin performs on the piano. Reservations to (630) 213-0100

Jan. 31

Chicago Classics Senior Softball Traveling Club: Deadline Saturday, Jan. 31. The club is searching for quality 12-inch softball players for two age groups, the 55 and 60 divisions, that are willing to travel. Call Mike, (630) 740-6363.

Feb. 2

Sociable Singles 50+ dinner: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, El Sombrero Restaurant, 1100 S. Elmhurst Road, Mount Prospect. R.S.V.P. by Monday, Feb. 2, to (847) 289-4420.

BACOA Senior Activity and Lunch program: 10:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 2, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. Bingo at 11 a.m.; lunch at noon. Celebrate heart month and wear red for program of reminiscences of romance, love and marriage. $3.50. Reservation required to (847) 381-5030.

Feb. 3

BACOA Valentine's Day Party: 10:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 9, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. Valentine's Day party with lunch and entertainment by Dan Sullivan. $7.75 per person. Reservation required before Tuesday, Feb. 3, to (847) 381-5030.

Feb. 5

BACOA senior luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, Greencastle of Barrington, 445 W. Main St., Barrington. All Barrington-area seniors are invited to attend the lunch program and participate in the Senior Social following lunch. Suggested lunch donation is $3.50. Advance registration required, call the Barrington Area Council on Aging at (847) 381-5030.

Red Hat luncheon: Thursday, Feb. 5, Manzo's Restorante, Des Plaines. Hosted by the Frisbie Senior Center. All Red Hat members are invited. For information, call (847) 768-5944.

AARP income tax assistance: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, BACOA office, 600 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington; and from 8 a.m.-11 a.m. Saturdays, 201 Hough St., Barrington, Thursday, Feb. 5 through Saturday, April 11. Trained AARP volunteers will assist seniors with their taxes. By appointment only, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.

Feb. 9

Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9, Russell's Barbecue, 2885 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Help plan the March calendar. Meet new friends for weekly events including dinners, plays, walks, sport and travel. Call (847) 289-4420 for information.

Feb. 12

BACOA senior luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, Greencastle of Barrington, 445 W. Main St., Barrington. All Barrington-area seniors are invited to attend the lunch program and participate in the Senior Social following lunch. Suggested lunch donation is $3.50. Advance registration required, call the Barrington Area Council on Aging at (847) 381-5030.

Valentine event for chocolate lovers: 12:15 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, bus departs from the Barrington Park District to Park Place in Crystal Lake. Chocolate lovers' event includes an array of desserts and beverages, music, dancing. $5, register before Thursday, Feb. 12 at (847) 381-0687.

Feb. 13

Sociable Singles 50+ Group trip: 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, carpool from Itasca to the Garfield Park Conservatory for the special event, "Sweet Saturday." R.S.V.P. to (847) 289-4420 before Friday, Feb. 13.

Sociable Singles 50+ Group: 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15, Forestview Educational Center, 2121 S. Goebbert Road, Arlington Heights. The Falconaires Orchestra will play big band music with guest vocalist, The Tenors 3 and Bob Duda. $10. R.S.V.P. to (847) 289-4420 before Friday, Feb. 13.

Sociable Singles 50+ Group bowling: 4-6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15, Brunswick Zone, 2075 Algonquin Road, Algonquin. dinner following at Village Pizza in Carpentersville. R.S.V.P. to (847) 289-4420 before Friday, Feb. 13.

Free legal consultations for seniors; 8:30-11:30 a.m. Feb. 13, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Attorneys from Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with senior to discuss estate planning, wills, power of attorney or other legal issues. For appointments, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.

Feb. 17

Senior tea: 3-4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, Palatine Public Library 700 N. Court, Palatine. Senior special event featuring books, sharing and refreshments. To register, call (847) 358-5881, ext. 166 or 108 or visit palatinelibrary.org.

Sociable Singles 50+ Group dinner: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18, Clementi's, 601 W. Northwest Highway, Arlington Heights. R.S.V.P to (847) 289-4420 before Tuesday, Feb. 17.

BACOA travel program: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. Free travel presentation and a demonstration on "How to Pack a Suitcase." Lean about Mayflower's 2009 tour destinations. R.S.V.P. to Carla, (847) 381-0687 before Wednesday, Feb. 18.

Feb. 19

BACOA senior luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, Greencastle of Barrington, 445 W. Main St., Barrington. All Barrington-area seniors are invited to attend the lunch program and participate in the Senior Social following lunch. Suggested lunch donation is $3.50. Advance registration required, call the Barrington Area Council on Aging at (847) 381-5030.

Feb. 20

Sociable Singles 50+ Group: 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22, meet at Byron Colby Barn, Prairie Crossing, Grayslake. Venere Lute Quartet performs. $15. R.S.V.P to (847) 289-4420 before Friday, Feb. 20.

Feb. 23

BACOA Senior Activity and Lunch program: 10:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 23, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. Bingo at 11 a.m.; lunch at noon. John Delapa, director of marketing at Cornerstone Bank & Trust Co., in Palatine, presents a program on the new FDIC insurance coverages and account titling options. $3.50. Reservation required to (847) 381-5030.

FDIC coverage program: 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 23, Barrington Park District. Overview of the new FDIC Depository Insurance coverage and the various way to title bank accounts to ensure the safety of deposits. Includes time for questions. To register, call Linda at the BACOA, (847) 852-3892.

Feb. 26

BACOA senior luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, Greencastle of Barrington, 445 W. Main St., Barrington. All Barrington-area seniors are invited to attend the lunch program and participate in the Senior Social following lunch. Suggested lunch donation is $3.50. Advance registration required, call the Barrington Area Council on Aging at (847) 381-5030.

Feb. 27

Irish heritage tour: 9 a.m. Thursday, March 12, bus departs from the Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. Chicago Irish Heritage tour includes the Irish American Heritage Center, historic neighborhood church, guided tour of Bridgeport and a corned beef and cabbage lunch. $75, reservations to (847) 381-0687 before Friday, Feb. 27.

March 9

Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 6 p.m. Monday, March 9, Russell's Barbecue, 2885 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Meet new friends for weekly events including dinners, plays, walks, sport and travel. Call (847) 289-4420 for information.

March 13

Free legal consultations for seniors; 8:30-11:30 a.m. March 13, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Attorneys from Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with senior to discuss estate planning, wills, power of attorney or other legal issues. For appointments, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.

April 10

Free legal consultations for seniors; 8:30-11:30 a.m. April 10, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Attorneys from Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with senior to discuss estate planning, wills, power of attorney or other legal issues. For appointments, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.

April 13

Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 6 p.m. Monday, April 13, Russell's Barbecue, 2885 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Meet new friends for weekly events including dinners, plays, walks, sport and travel. Call (847) 289-4420 for information.

May 8

Free legal consultations for seniors: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, May 8, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Attorneys from Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with senior to discuss estate planning, wills, power of attorney or other legal issues. For appointments, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.

May 11

Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 6 p.m. Monday, May 11, Russell's Barbecue, 2885 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Meet new friends for weekly events including dinners, plays, walks, sport and travel. Call (847) 289-4420 for information.

June 8

Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 6 p.m. Monday, June 8, Russell's Barbecue, 2885 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Meet new friends for weekly events including dinners, plays, walks, sport and travel. Call (847) 289-4420 for information.

June 12

Free legal consultations for seniors: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, June 12, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Attorneys from Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with senior to discuss estate planning, wills, power of attorney or other legal issues. For appointments, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.

July 10

Free legal consultations for seniors: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, July 10, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Attorneys from Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with senior to discuss estate planning, wills, power of attorney or other legal issues. For appointments, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.

July 13

Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 6 p.m. Monday, July 13, Russell's Barbecue, 2885 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Meet new friends for weekly events including dinners, plays, walks, sport and travel. Call (847) 289-4420 for information.

Aug. 14

Free legal consultations for seniors: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 14, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Attorneys from Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with senior to discuss estate planning, wills, power of attorney or other legal issues. For appointments, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.

Sept. 11

Free legal consultations for seniors: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Attorneys from Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with senior to discuss estate planning, wills, power of attorney or other legal issues. For appointments, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.

Oct. 9

Free legal consultations for seniors: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 9, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Attorneys from Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with senior to discuss estate planning, wills, power of attorney or other legal issues. For appointments, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.

Oct. 13

Shades of Ireland: Departure date Oct. 13, 2009. Spend ten days in the green hills of Ireland with visits to castles, cliffs and the countryside. Includes stops in Dublin, Waterford and Killarney. $3,199 double and includes airfare from Chicago, hotel, transfers, taxes and surcharges and 13 meals. Sponsored by the Barrington Area Council on Aging and Collette Vacations. (847) 852-3892.

Nov. 13

Free legal consultations for seniors: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Attorneys from Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with senior to discuss estate planning, wills, power of attorney or other legal issues. For appointments, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.

Dec. 11

Free legal consultations for seniors: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 11, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Attorneys from Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with senior to discuss estate planning, wills, power of attorney or other legal issues. For appointments, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.

Friday Brown Bag lunches: 50+ Active Adult Group 11:30 a.m. Fridays; CCIA, 1685 Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. (847) 885-7500, ext. 635.

Aqua Arthritis: 10:15-11 a.m. and 5:45-6:30 p.m. Mondays, 10-10:45 a.m. Tuesdays, 5:45-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, and 10-10:45 a.m. and 11-11:45 a.m. Thursdays, Buffalo Grove Fitness Center 601 West Deerfield Parkway, Buffalo Grove. A Certified Arthritis Foundation Instructor will lead exercises designed to increase strength in muscles and joints. Attend per class or register for an eight-week session. Classes begin the week of Aug. 24. Registration is required. Call (847) 353-7526.

Bag-go: 1:30-2:30 p.m., Tuesdays; Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive. (847) 818-3205.

Laughter Club: 2-4:45 p.m., second and fourth Monday of each month;. Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Experience the health benefits of laughter. Free; no advance reservations needed. (847) 253-5532.

Learn to relax: 3-4:30 p.m., second and fourth Monday of each month and 7-8:30 p.m., every Wednesday (with the exception of Jan. 7; time changed to 5-6 p.m.). Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. The Monday sessions discuss what is meditation; Wednesday sessions discuss for the first 30 minutes, followed by an hour of meditation. Topics for the Wednesday sessions: Jan. 7 - Exercise Meditation; Jan. 14 - Gratitude Meditation; Jan. 21 - Meditation for Handling Anger and Jan. 28 - Dance as Meditation. (847) 253-5532.