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Posted March 08, 2009 11:00 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.

Arlington Heights Senior Golf League: The senior leagues are in need of additional regular and substitute members for play in the morning, from late April to September, at Arlington Lakes Golf Club. Wednesday Mens League, call Matt, (847) 404-9891; Friday Ladies League, call Pat, (847) 253-0502; Friday Mens League, call Dave, (847) 394-2768.

Elk Grove Senior Men's Golf League: April 28-Sept. 8, Fox Run Golf Links, 333 Plum Grove Road, Elk Grove Village. Substitute players are invited to participate. League plays nine holes. Residents and nonresidents welcome, substitutes are guaranteed to play each week. Call Jim, (847) 439-4768.

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.

Tax Help for Seniors: 1-4 p.m. Monday, March 9, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. A trained AARP volunteer helps 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.

AARP Safe Driving Class: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday March 9 and Tuesday, March 10, Northbrook Senior Center, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. To register, (847) 291-2088.

AARP Safe Driving Class: Noon-4 p.m. Monday, March 9 and Tuesday, March 10, Palatine Senior Center, 505 S. Quentin Road, Palatine. To register, (847) 991-1112.

Laughter Club: 2 p.m. Monday, March 9, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Facilitated by Om Johari, free drop-in program. (847) 797-5341.

Meditation session: 3-4:30 p.m. Monday, March 9, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Facilitated by Om Johari. Free, drop-in program. (847) 797-5341.

BACOA senior activity and lunch program: Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 9, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. Bingo at 11 a.m.; lunch at noon. Dominick's Pharmacy of Palatine will present a program on shingles vaccination. Lunch donation, $3.50. Registration required, call (847) 381-5030.

Senior lunch/activities: Monday, March 9, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Lunch, Bingo, your health talk. Lunch donation $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.

Laughter Club and meditation: 10 a.m. laughter club; 3 p.m. meditation, Monday, March 9, Niles Senior Center. Registration required, small free. (847) 588-8420.

March 10

St. Patrick's Day party: Noon, Sunday, March 15, The Wellington of Arlington, 2121 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Hosted by the Mount Prospect Senior advisory Council. Open to all adults, cash bar, luncheon. $20 per person in advance. For reservations, (847) 870-5680 before Tuesday, March 10.

Senior lunch/activities: Tuesday, March 10, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Lunch, Bingo, trip to casino, exercise. Lunch donation $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.

Seniors and Law Enforcement: 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 10, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. S.A.L.T. meets. Free drop-in program (847) 797-5341.

Barb's Boutique: 11:30 a.m.-4:40 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Clothes, hats, purses, bags, scarves, jewelry, cosmetics and more. Benefits residents. (630) 213-0100.

AARP income tax assistance program: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. By appointment only, call (847) 381-5030.

March 11

Senior lunch/activities: Wednesday, March 11, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Lunch, Bingo, play Wii. Lunch donation $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.

Nutrition seminar: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 11, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Dietitian Donna Zolecki presents, "Vitamins and Minerals," do you get the vitamins and minerals you need. Register at (630) 213-0100.

Lakes of Victory Chapter of the Red Hat Society: 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Heather Braoudakis of Hoffman Estates presents, "Kiss Me I'm Irish," classic Celtic tunes. (630) 213-0100.

Bartlett International Chorus performs: 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Spring concert featuring Irish songs. (630) 213-0100.

Cooking for Heart and Health: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, Pinas Culinary Experience in Roselle. A course for adults over 55 through the Lifelong Learning Institue at Harper College. To register, call (847) 925-6300.

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.

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

Senior lunch/activities: Thursday, March 12, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Lunch, Bingo, cards. Lunch donation $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.

Drumming Circle: 1 p.m. Thursday, March 12, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Monthly session with professional drummer and owner of Breaking Grounds in Drumming, Chris Lavidas. Free. (847) 797-5341.

Mayer School of Irish Dance performs: 7 p.m. March 12, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Twenty dancers of all ages perform in traditional costume. Free. Register at (630) 213-0100.

BACOA AARP income tax assistance program: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, March 12, Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. By appointment only, call (847) 381-5030.

"Who Gets Grandma's Yellow Pie Plate?": 10 a.m.-noon, Thursday, March 12, Wheeling Park District, Wheeling. A course for adults over 55 through the Lifelong Learning Institute at Harper College. $10, call Harper College to register, (847) 925-6300.

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.

Friday Brown Bag lunches: 50+ Active Adult Group 11:30 a.m. Friday, March 13, CCIA, 1685 Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. (847) 885-7500, ext. 635.

Senior lunch/activities: Friday, March 13, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Lunch, Bingo, sing along. Lunch donation $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.

BACOA AARP income tax assistance program: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, March 13, Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. By appointment only, call (847) 381-5030.

Leonardo da Vinci-Genius of the renaissance: 10 a.m.-noon Friday, March 13, Friendship Village in Schaumburg. Claire Copping-Cross presents color slides of da Vinci's paintings. A program of the Lifelong Learning Institute at Harper College for adults over 55. $10, register at (847) 925-6300.

March 14

Sociable Singles 50+ Group: 7 p.m. Saturday, March 14, VFW Hall, 400 Devon Ave., Elk Grove Village. St. Patrick's Day celebration. (847) 289-4420.

BACOA AARP income tax assistance program: 18-11 a.m. Saturday, March 14, Barrington Bank & Trust, 201 Hough St., Barrington. By appointment only, call (847) 381-5030.

March 15

Sociable Singles 50+ Group: 10:30 a.m. Cary Country Club, 2400 Grove Lane, Cary. Brunch. (847) 289-4420.

March 16

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.

AARP Safe Driving Class: noon-4 p.m. Monday, March 16 and Tuesday, March 17, Schaumburg Park District Senior Center, 505 Springinsguth, Schaumburg. To register, (630) 848-3613.

Senior lunch and activities: Monday, March 16, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. St. Patrick's Party, $3. (847) 524-7496.

BACOA senior activity and lunch program: Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 9, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. Bingo at 11 a.m.; lunch at noon. St. Patrick's Day celebration with traditional Irish Fest, wear green, games and prizes, entertainment by The 45's. $7 Registration required, call (847) 381-5030.

March 17

Senior tea: 3-4 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, Palatine Public Library, 700 N. North Court. This is a monthly Senior Special Event featuring books, sharing, and refreshments. This month's topic will be "Everything Irish." Register at (847)-358-5881, ext. 166 or 108, or palatinelibrary.org.

Senior lunch and activities: Tuesday, March 17, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Lunch for $3-$3.25, exercise, Bingo and council meeting. (847) 524-7496.

Tai Chi approach to better health: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Learn how seniors can benefit from the gentle turning and stretching movements of Tai Chi. For all ability levels. Registration required. (847) 253-5675.

Potluck lunch: An Irish theme will be featured during the Senior Fellowship potluck lunch at noon Tuesday, March 17, at North Northfield United Methodist Church, Sanders and Dundee in Northbrook. Bring a friend and a dish to pass that will compliment the corned beef and cabbage that will be served. The "senior" group is all-inclusive, so persons attending don't need to qualify as a "senior" to come and enjoy the lunch, fellowship, and singing. (847) 272-2250 or www.northnorthfield.org.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day: 6:30 p.m. Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Drop in dance night featuring The Falconaires Orchestra. Coffee and refreshments included. $5 at the door. (847) 797-5341.

AARP income tax assistance program: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. By appointment only, call (847) 381-5030.

March 18

Senior lunch and activities: Wednesday, March 18, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Lunch for $3-$3.25, play Wii, health clinic, Bingo. (847) 524-7496.

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.

Senior lunch and activities: Thursday, March 19, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Lunch for $3-$3.25, sing along, gift Bingo. (847) 524-7496.

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

"Who Wrote That?": 1-3 p.m. Thursday, March 19, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Presented by Jim Kendros. A program of the Lifelong Learning Institute at Harper College for adults over 55. $10. To register, call (847) 253-5532.

BACOA AARP income tax assistance program: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, March 19, Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. By appointment only, call (847) 381-5030.

March 20

Ballroom dancing: 8-10:30 p.m. Friday, March 20, Prairie Lakes Senior Center, 515 E. Thacker, Des Plaines. Alice Lowery host ballroom dancing to live music. $25 per couple. (847) 825-2901.

AARP Safe Driving Class: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fridays March 20 and 27, Niles Senior Center, 999 Civic Center Drive, Niles. To register, (847) 588-8420.

AARP Safe Driving Class: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Fridays March 20 and 27, Buffalo Grove Park District Alcott Center, 530 Bernard Drive, Buffalo Grove. To register, (847) 850-2117.

Senior lunch and activities: Friday, March 20, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Lunch for $3-$3.25, money talk at 11:30 a.m. by Harris Bank, Bingo. (847) 524-7496.

Friday Brown Bag lunches: 50+ Active Adult Group 11:30 a.m. Friday, March 20, CCIA, 1685 Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. (847) 885-7500, ext. 635.

"Great Decisions 2009": 1-2:30 p.m. alternating Fridays, March 20-June 26, Arlington Heights Senior Center. Free civic education program devoted to foreign affairs. Register at (847) 797-5341.

BACOA AARP income tax assistance program: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, March 13, Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. By appointment only, call (847) 381-5030.

The Story of Michelangelo: 10:30-12:30 p.m. Friday, March 20, Addolorata Villa, Wheeling. A program of the Lifelong Learning Institute at Harper College for adults over 55. View drawings, painting and sculpture and hear the story of Michelangelo's life. $10, to register, call (847) 925-6300.

March 21

Senior lunch and activities: Saturday, March 21, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Lunch $3. Bingo. (847) 524-7496.

Sociable Singles 50+ Group: 8:30 p.m. Saturday, March 21, PS Pub, 771 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling. Entertainment by "One Track Mind." No cover. (847) 289-4420.

BACOA AARP income tax assistance program: 18-11 a.m. Saturday, March 21, Barrington Bank & Trust, 201 Hough St., Barrington. By appointment only, call (847) 381-5030.

American Parkinson Disease Association symposium: 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 21, Meadows Club, 2950 W. Golf Road, Rolling Meadows. Join the BACOA Parkinson's Disease Education group for a trip to the symposium. $30 registration. Call Penny, (847) 381-5030.

March 22

Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Noon, Sunday, March 22, Artemis Restaurant, 912, S. Busse Road, Mount Prospect. Lunch. (847) 289-4420.

March 23

Senior lunch and activities: Monday, March 23, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Bingo, lunch. $3-$3.25. (847) 524-74916.

Laughter Club: 2 p.m. Monday, March 23, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Facilitated by Om Johari, free drop-in program. (847) 797-5341.

Meditation session: 3-4:30 p.m. Monday, March 23, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Facilitated by Om Johari. Free, drop-in program. (847) 797-5341.

March 24

AARP Safe Driving course: 12:30-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 24 and Monday March 30, Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 1045 S. Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village. To register, (847) 692-3597.

AARP Safe Driving course: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, March 24 and Thursday, March 26, Park Ridge Senior Center, 100 S. Western, Park Ridge. To register, call (847) 692-3597.

AARP income tax assistance program: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. By appointment only, call (847) 381-5030.

March 25

AARP Safe Driving course: Noon-4 p.m. Wednesday, March 25 and Friday, March 27, Glenview Senior Center, 2400 Chestnut, Glenview. To register, (847) 724-4793.

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.

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

BACOA AARP income tax assistance program: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, March 26, Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. By appointment only, call (847) 381-5030.

Sacred Place on Six Continents: 10 a.m.-noon Thursday, March 26, Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, Arlington Heights. A program of the Lifelong Learning Institute at Harper College for adults over 55. $10, to register, call (847) 925-6300.

March 27

Friday Brown Bag lunches: 50+ Active Adult Group 11:30 a.m. Friday, March 27, CCIA, 1685 Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. (847) 885-7500, ext. 635.

BACOA AARP income tax assistance program: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, March 27, Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. By appointment only, call (847) 381-5030.

March 28

Ballroom dancing: 8-10:30 p.m. Saturday, March 28, Prairie Lakes Senior Center, 515 E. Thacker, Des Plaines. Alice Lowy host ballroom dancing with taped music. $15 per couple at the door. (847) 825-2901.

Sociable Singles 50+ Group: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 28, Spavone's Restaurant, 266 W. Lake St., Bloomingdale. Dinner. (847) 289-4420.

BACOA AARP income tax assistance program: 18-11 a.m. Saturday, March 28, Barrington Bank & Trust, 201 Hough St., Barrington. By appointment only, call (847) 381-5030.

March 29

Sociable Singles 50+ Group: 4 p.m. Sunday, March 29, Byron Colby Barn, Prairie Crossing, Grayslake. "Spirit of Gambo" with Stephanie Sheffield. $15 at the door.(847) 289-4420.

March 30

BACOA senior activity and lunch program: Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 30, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. Bingo at 11 a.m.; lunch at noon. Lunch donation, $3.50. A program on BACOA's services and programs presented by executive director Joyce Palmquist and public relations coordinator Sarah Hoban. March birthdays will be celebrated. Registration required, call (847) 381-5030.

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.

Super Senior Day: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, march 31, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Offered by the Illinois Secretary of State, the event includes a Rules of the Road review course, requires registration, vision screenings and a Mobil Drives Services Unit. (847) 797-5341.

AARP income tax assistance program: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. By appointment only, call (847) 381-5030.

Modern grandparenting series: 7 p.m. Tuesday March 21 and April 7, Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway, Barrington. Two-part series explores issues that concern grandparents of the 21st century. To register or for information, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.

April 1

BACOA "Mary Poppins" trip: 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, bus departs from the Barrington Park District. See the musical "Mary Poppins" at the Cadillac Palace Theatre in Chicago. $117 includes transportation and show ticket. To register, (847) 381-0687.

Intergenerational Computer Training class: 3:15-5 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, Buffalo Grove High School. District 213 students teach seniors the basics of computers. Free, register at (847) 718-7700.

Intergenerational Computer Training class: 10:30 a.m.-noon Wednesday, April 1, Elk Grove High School. District 213 students teach seniors the basics of computers. Free, register at (847) 718-7700.

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 5

April 7

State services: 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, April 7, 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.

AARP income tax assistance program: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 7, Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. By appointment only, call (847) 381-5030.

April 8

Intergenerational Computer Training class: 3:15-5 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, Prospect High School. District 213 students teach seniors the basics of computers. Free, register at (847) 718-7700.

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.

BACOA AARP income tax assistance program: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, April 9, Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. By appointment only, call (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.

BACOA AARP income tax assistance program: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, April 10, Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. By appointment only, call (847) 381-5030.

April 11

BACOA AARP income tax assistance program: 18-11 a.m. Saturday, April 11, Barrington Bank & Trust, 201 Hough St., Barrington. By appointment only, call (847) 381-5030.

April 12

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.

Free legal consultations for seniors: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, March 13, Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane. Attorneys from Spagnolo and Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with seniors for free legal consultation by appointment only. Call (847) 381-5030.

April 15

Intergenerational Computer Training class: 3:15-5 p.m. Wednesday, April 15, Prospect High School. District 213 students teach seniors the basics of computers. Free, register at (847) 718-7700.

Trip to Northern Indiana: Bus leaves 6:45 a.m. Wednesday, April 15 from the Barrington Park District. Visit Amish Acres and the campus of the University of Notre Dame. $75 includes transportation and lunch. To register, call (847 () 381-0687.

April 16

Lunch of the Prairie: 10:30 a.m.-noon Barrington Middle School Prairie Campus, 40 W. Dundee Road, Barrington. Students entertain and provide lunch to area seniors. Limited seating, for reservations, call Linda (847) 852-3892 before April 16.

April 17

Take Charge of Your Health: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fridays April 17-May 8, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, 450 W. Highway 22, Barrington. Six-week health education class for adults 60 and over. Topics include coping with fatigue, frustration, pain and isolation; exercising; using medications; communicating with family, friends and health professionals; nutrition; treatment options. Free. To register, call Penny or Diane at the BACOA, (847) 381-5030.

April 21

Travel safe and smart: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 21, Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Linda Kerr discusses traveling for seniors in the 21st century from preparing to pack to passports, carry-on luggage rules, and staying healthy while traveling. Register at (847) 253-5675.

May 6

"Mary Poppins": Wednesday May 6, Cadillac Palace Theatre, Chicago. Bus departs from the Palatine Township Senior Citizens Council, 505 S. Quentin Road, Palatine. $112-$120, includes transportation and performance. Register at (847) 991-1112, ext. 233.

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.

May 21

Milwaukee River Cruise: Bus departs 8:30 a.m. Thursday, May 21, from the Barrington Park District. Narrated cruise spotlights Milwaukee's architectural highlights and historic sites, includes time for shopping after the cruise. $55 includes transportation, lunch and cruise. For reservations, (847) 381-0687.

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.