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Posted February 01, 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.

Tax preparation: By appointment from 9 a.m. to noon Thursdays, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive, Rolling Meadows. AARP tax aides will help with tax counseling and preparation for tax payers with low and middle incomes. Special attention available to people age 60 and older. Free electronic filing. For an appointment, call (847) 818-3205.

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.

Victory Centre fundraiser: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Shop for perfume, jewelry, socks and other items starting at 50 cents. Benefits residents. (630) 213-0100.

Hidden Chicago travel film: 1-2:15 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St., Geoffrey Baer takes you all over Chicago in search of oftern-overlooked fragments of history. Register at (847) 259-3500, ext. 35 or phpl.info.

AARP Safe Driver Class: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 2 and Feb. 3, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights. To register, call (847) 252-5532

AARP Safe Driver Class: 5:30-9:30 p.m. Monday and Wednesday, Feb. 2 and Feb. 4, Wheeling Township Community Center, 1616 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. To register, call (847) 259-7730

Tax Help for Seniors: 1-4 p.m. Mondays, beginning Feb. 2, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. A trained AARP volunteer will help senior citizens complete their income tax forms. Please bring a copy of last year's tax. To make an appointment, visit the Adult Services Desk or call (847) 634-3650.

History of Brewing: 10-11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 2, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights. Bob Skilnik will talk about the rise and fall of the Chicago brewing industry. A program of the Lifelong Learning Institute at Harper College. For adults over 55. $10, to register, call (847) 925-6300.

Star Crossed Lovers: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays Feb. 2-March 2, Harper College main campus, Palatine. Laura Jacobson, opera enthusiast, will focus on four operas, in three languages. A program of the Lifelong Learning Institute at Harper College for ages 55 and over. $40-$80. To register, (847) 925-6300.

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.

Piano recital: 3 p.m. Feb. 3, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Piano recital and sing-a-long featuring Phyllis Muhling of Bartlett.

State services: 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3, Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood St., Des Plaines. Officials from state Rep. Rosemary Mulligna's office present information about state-run programs for older adults and answer questions about ongoing state programs.

Feb. 5

AARP Tax aids: 9 a.m.-noon Thursday, Feb. 5, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive. Have your income tax prepared, without charge, by AARP tax aides. For low and middle incomes, by appointment only. (847) 818-3205.

For other AARP location, call (888) 227-7669.

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.

AARP Safe Driver Class: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 and Friday Feb. 6, Good Shepherd Hospital, 450 S. Highway 22, Barrington. To register, (800) 323-8622.

Feb. 6

Chinese Fine Arts Society of Chicago performs: 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Chinese Fine Arts Sunrise Chorus, soloists, folk dancing. Register at (630) 213-0100.

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.

Bach and the Age of Faith: 10-11:30 a.m. Fridays, Feb. 6 and 13, Harper College main campus, Palatine. Edgar Self will take a close look at the man who summed up the work of Baroque composers in the Age of Faith. A program of the Lifelong Learning Institute at Harper College for ages 55 and over. $25-$50. To register, (847) 925-6300.

Feb. 7

Five Rites of Rejuvenation: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 7, Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights. This series of modified Hatha Yoga postures is intended to increase energy, improve memory, and aid weight loss and a youthful appearance. No previous yoga experience needed. Wear comfortable clothing and do not eat for one hour before the workshop. Fee is $20. For information, visit ahpd.org or call the Arlington Heights Park District, at (847) 577-3000.

Feb. 8

Valentine Fun Bowl: Sunday, Feb. 8, 1557 Ellinwood, Des Plaines. two rounds of bowling, including shoes, pizza, salad and beverage. Hosted by the Des Plaines Community Senior Center's Senior Advisory Council. To register, (847) 768-5944.

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.

Senior Valentine's dance: 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Sponsored by South Elgin High School's National Honor Society. Refreshments, music entertainment. All area seniors invited. For reservations, call (630) 213-0100.

AARP Safe Driver Class: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9 and Tuesday, Feb. 10, Northbrook Senior Center, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. To register, (847) 291-2988.

Six Drinks that Shaped History: 10 a.m.-noon Mondays Feb. 9-Feb. 23, Buffalo Grove Park District. How six beverages, beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea and cola have had an influence on the course of history. Nonalcoholic refreshments served. A program of the Lifelong Learning Institute Harper College for ages 55 and over. $20. To register, call (847) 925-6300.

Feb. 10

Victory Chapter Red Hat Society High Tea: 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Chamber Duo Luminare performs. Reservations to (630) 213-0100.

AARP Safe Driver Class: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10 and Thursday, Feb. 12, Park Ridge Senior Center, 100 S. Western, Park Ridge. To register, (847) 692-3597.

Senior services: 10 a.m.-noon Wednesday, Feb. 18, Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood St., Des Plaines. Janie Morrison from Illinois Senator Dan Kotowski's office will answer questions about senior services, consumer complaints, property taxes, passport problems, veteran's benefits, more.

Feb. 11

AARP Safe Drive Class: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11 and Thursday, Feb. 12, Des Plaines Senior Center, 515 E. Thacker, Des Plaines. To register, (847) 391-5717.

What Do You Think?: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Feb. 11-25, Harper College main campus, Palatine. Conservational series about bioethical issues, learn about and form opinions on today's issues. Lead by Suzanne Rausch. A program of the Lifelong Learning Institute at Harper College for ages over 55. $25-$50. To register, call (847) 925-6300.

A Tribute to Abraham Lincoln: 10 a.m.-noon Wednesday, Feb. 11, Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, Arlington Heights. Joyce Haworth will provide an interesting discussion about the 16th president. A program of the Lifelong Learning Institute at Harper College for ages 55 and over. $10. To register, (847) 925-6300.

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.

AARP Tax aids: 9 a.m.-noon Thursday, Feb. 12, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive. Have your income tax prepared, without charge, by AARP tax aides. For low and middle incomes, by appointment only. (847) 818-3205.

For other AARP location, call (888) 227-7669.

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.

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.

Feb. 14

AARP Safe Driver Class: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, Feb. 14 and 21, Northwest Community Wellness Center, 900 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights. To register, call (847) 618-3463.

Feb. 16

Inside the White House - America's Most Famous House: 1-2:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 16, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. A behind-the-scenes tour of the White House with National Geographics. Travel film. To register, (847) 259-3500, ext. 35 or phpl.info.

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

AARP Tax aids: 9 a.m.-noon Thursday, Feb. 19, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive. Have your income tax prepared, without charge, by AARP tax aides. For low and middle incomes, by appointment only. (847) 818-3205.

For other AARP location, call (888) 227-7669.

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.

AARP Safe Drive Class: Noon-4 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 19 and 26, Village of Schaumburg Senior Center, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. To register, call (847) 244-1101.

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.

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.

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. 25

AARP Safe Driver Class: Noon-4 p.m. Wednesday Feb. 25 and Thursday, Feb. 26, Glenview Senior Center, 2400 Chestnut, Glenview. To register, (847) 724-4793.

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.

AARP Tax aids: 9 a.m.-noon Thursday, Feb. 26, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive. Have your income tax prepared, without charge, by AARP tax aides. For low and middle incomes, by appointment only. (847) 818-3205.

For other AARP location, call (888) 227-7669.

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.

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.

March 3

State services: 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood St., Des Plaines. Officials from state Rep. Rosemary Mulligna's office present information about state-run programs for older adults and answer questions about ongoing state programs.

March 5

AARP Tax aids: 9 a.m.-noon Thursday, March 5, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive. Have your income tax prepared, without charge, by AARP tax aides. For low and middle incomes, by appointment only. (847) 818-3205. For other AARP location, call (888) 227-7669.

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 12

AARP Tax aids: 9 a.m.-noon Thursday, March 12, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive. Have your income tax prepared, without charge, by AARP tax aides. For low and middle incomes, by appointment only. (847) 818-3205.

For other AARP location, call (888) 227-7669.

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.

March 19

AARP Tax aids: 9 a.m.-noon Thursday, March 19, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive. Have your income tax prepared, without charge, by AARP tax aides. For low and middle incomes, by appointment only. (847) 818-3205.

For other AARP location, call (888) 227-7669.

March 26

AARP Tax aids: 9 a.m.-noon Thursday, March 26, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive. Have your income tax prepared, without charge, by AARP tax aides. For low and middle incomes, by appointment only. (847) 818-3205.

For other AARP location, call (888) 227-7669.

March 31

Rolling Meadows Senior Center golf league: Registration 9 a.m.-noon Tuesday, March 31, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive, Rolling Meadows. Maximum of 72 players will play at Salt Creek Golf Course, 710 Thorndale, Wood Dale. Play begins Tuesday, May 5 through Tuesday, Sept. 18. Jan. (847) 818-3205.

April 2

AARP Tax aids: 9 a.m.-noon Thursday, April 2, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive. Have your income tax prepared, without charge, by AARP tax aides. For low and middle incomes, by appointment only. (847) 818-3205.

For other AARP location, call (888) 227-7669.

April 9

AARP Tax aids: 9 a.m.-noon Thursday, April 9, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive. Have your income tax prepared, without charge, by AARP tax aides. For low and middle incomes, by appointment only. (847) 818-3205.

For other AARP location, call (888) 227-7669.

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.

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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.

Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meetings held at 6 p.m., second Monday of each month at Russell's Barbecue, 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 more information.

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.

BACOA senior luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursdays, 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.

Arlington Classic Tours: Year-End Membership Special Membership benefits until December 2009 for $25 per person or $35/household. Members receive priority registration, $10 discount on each one day tour and a 10 percent discount on all Senior Center Gift Store purchases. Open to anyone 18 years or older. The Arlington Classic Tour Club offers trips to theaters, casinos, museums, festivals and concerts, etc. Extended travel is also offered. For more information, contact (847) 797-5341.

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.

Feng Shui Workshop: 7-10 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9, and 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, Frontier Park, Arlington Heights. Learn about the Chinese art of placement. Ages 18 and up. Fee is $45 for each class. For information, visit ahpd.org or call the Arlington Heights Park District, at (847) 577-3000.