50 Plus
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.
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.
Beginner Sudoku class: 5-6:30 p.m. Monday, May 11, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Free. Register at (847) 253-5532.
Laughter Club: 2-2:45 p.m. Mondays, May 11, June 8 and 22, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Laughing is a catharsis for changing perspectives, greater communication, creativity, healing and relaxation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
Meditation session: 3-4:30 p.m. Mondays, May 11, June 8 and 22. Om Johari discusses what is meditation, how to meditate and why meditation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
BACOA Senior Activity and Lunch program: Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 11, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. 11 a.m. bingo; lunch served at noon. Program celebrates Older Americans Monty with music by Mike Knauf and Tom Steffens. $5. For reservations, call Linda, (852-3892.
Beginner Sudoku Class: 5-6:30 p.m. Monday, May 11, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights. Learn a few simple techniques to solve Sudoku puzzles. Free, but reservations are required. Call (847) 253-5532.
Laughter Club: 2-2:45 p.m. Mondays, May 11 and June 8 and 22, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights. The physical act of laughing is a catharsis for changing perspectives, greater communication, creativity, healing and relaxation. No reservations needed. For information, call (847) 253-5532.
AARP Safe Driving class: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday May 11 and Tuesday, May 12, Northbrook Senior Center, 3323 Walter Ave., Northbrook. To register, (847) 291-2988
Senior lunch and activities: Monday, May 11, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Bingo, lunch. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
Tea Time presentation: 1 p.m. Monday, May 11, Oakton Arms, 1660 Oakton Place, Des Plaines. Guest Carol Derenfeld. (847) 299-5588.
May 12
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meet 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 13 for dinner at the Donkey Inn, on Plum Grove Road, in Palatine. R.S.V.P to (847) 289-4420 before Tuesday, May 12.
Home Safety: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 12, Addolorata Villa media room, 553 McHenry Road, Wheeling. Checking your home for hazards, keeping your home safe from fires, protection from infection and how to be prepared for emergencies will be discussed. To register, call Sheryl, (847) 253-5500, ext. 384.
AARP Safe Driving class: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 12 and Wednesday, May 13, Sedgebrook Retirement Village, 800 Audubon Way, Lincolnshire. To register, (847) 876-2381.
Senior lunch and activities: Tuesday, May 12, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Bingo, lunch, exercise. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
Hearing aids: 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 12, Oakton Arms, 1660 Oakton Place, Des Plaines. Current advances in hearing aides will be discussed by Gary Hittleman of Lifetime Hearing Center.(847) 299-5588.
Healthy Vision month presentation: 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 12, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Learn the basics of cataracts, immacular degeneration, diabetes and glaucoma. To register, (630) 213-0100.
Double Play performs: 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 12, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Victory Chapter of the Red Hat Society host professional flute and tuba duo. Free. Register at (630) 213-0100.
Elderhostel travel: 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 12, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Learn why Elderhostel, a travel and educational opportunity for adults 55 and over. To register, (847) 392-0100 or ahml.info.
May 13
Meditation Session: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Acceptance Meditation includes a discussion followed by an hour of actual meditation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
Senior lunch and activities: Wednesday, May 13, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Bingo, lunch. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
Popular books discussion: 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 12, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Discuss Alan Alda's "never Have your Dog Stuffed."
May 14
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meet 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 15 for a fish buffet at Cary Country Club, 2400 Grove Lane, Cary. R.S.V.P to (847) 289-4420 before Thursday, May 14.
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meet 6:30 p.m. Saturday, May 16 for dinner at Vince's Italian Restaurant, 2365 Hicks Road. R.S.V.P to (847) 289-4420 before Thursday, May 14.
Swan Songs: 1-3 p.m. Thursday, May 14, Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, Arlington Heights. Kim Kendros guides you in a review of the final works of famous romantic and classical composers. $10. A program of the Harper College Lifelong Learning Institute for adults age 55 and better. To register, call (847) 925-6300.
Drumming Circles: 1-1:45 p.m. Thursdays, May 14, June 11 and July 9, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Learn how to play rhythmic and musical sounding patters. (847) 253-5532.
Senior lunch and activities: Thursday, May 14, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Cards, lunch. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
Dance performance: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 14, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Lisa's School of Dance in Bartlett performs competition program featuring children ages 6-18. Free. To register, (630) 213-0100.
BACOA Low Vision group open house: 1-2:30 p.m. Thursday, May 14, Lake Barrington Woods, 22320 Classic Court, Lake Barrington. Group offers monthly meetings as well as resources and local education trips to persons with low vision. (847) 381-5030.
May 15
Senior lunch and activities: Friday, May 15, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Bingo, lunch. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
Victory Centre open house: 4-6 p.m. Friday, May 15, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. (630) 213-0100.
May 16
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Sunday, May 17, meet at Arlington train station for a trip to the Fair Diddley Craft Show in Woodstock. R.S.V.P to (847) 289-4420 before Saturday, May 16.
May 18
BACOA Senior Activity and Lunch program: Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 18, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. 11 a.m. bingo; lunch served at noon. Laurie Buer, from American Taxi, will present a program about the company and its taxi services. $5 for lunch. For reservations, call Linda, (852-3892.
AARP Safe Driving class: Noon-4 p.m. Monday, May 18 and Wednesday, May 20, Schaumburg Park District Senior Center, 505 Springinsguth, Schaumburg. Register at (847) 490-7020.
AARP Safe Driving class: noon-4 p.m. Monday, May 18 and Wednesday, May 20, Lincolnwood Senior Center, 6900 N. Lincoln Ave., Lincolnwood. To register, (847) 677-9740.
Senior lunch and activities: Monday, May 18, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Bingo, lunch, discussion about the food we eat. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
May 19
Understanding Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids: 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, Mount Prospcet Public LIbrary, 10 S. Emerson St. Licensed clinical audiologist Melissa Dowsett, discusses the types, causes and degrees of hearing loss in this senior session. To register, mppl.org/events or (847) 253-5675.
Vagabond's Journal of India, Guatemala: 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Bob Schwarz presents a journal of his trips to India, Egypt and the Guatemalan jungle. Free. (847) 253-532.
Sudoku Solving strategies: 1-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, Buffalo Grove Senior Center. Free. Register at (847) 850-2100.
AARP Safe Driving class: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, May 19 and Thursday, May 21, Skokie Park District, 4701 W. Oakton St., Skokie. To register, (847) 933-4960.
Senior lunch and activities: Tuesday, May 19, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Bingo, lunch, exercise, council meeting. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
May 20
Bartlett International Chorus: 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 20, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Patriotic concert. Free, to register, (630) 213-0100.
Hidden Chicago: 10:30 a.m.-noon Wednesday, May 20, Arlington Heights Senior Center, Arlington Heights. Chicago Tribune writer Rick Kogan reveals some of Chicago's best-kept secrets. $10. A program of Harper College Lifelong Learning Institute for ages 55 and over. To register, call Harper, (847) 925-6300.
Meditation Session: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 20, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. You are Enough Unto Yourself Meditation includes a discussion followed by an hour of actual meditation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
Senior lunch and activities: Wednesday, May 20, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Bingo, lunch, health clinic. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
Drumming Circle: 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, May 20, Oakton Arms, 1550 Oakton Place, Des Plaines. (847) 299-5588.
May 21
Senior lunch and activities: Thursday, May 21, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Bingo, lunch. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
Wellness program: 1-3 p.m. Thursday, May 21, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Trish Simon talks about blood pressure, blood sugar, heart rate and hemoglobin/amemia checks. Free. Register at (630) 213-0100.
BACOA Milwaukee River cruise: Bus departs 8:30 a.m. Thursday, May 21, from the Barrington Park District. Narrated cruise, shopping, lunch, transportation. $55. (847) 381-0687.
May 22
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meet 6 p.m. Friday, May 22 for a TGIF event at Birch River Grill, on Algonquin Road, in Arlington Heights. For information, (847) 289-4420.
Senior lunch and activities: Friday, May 22, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Bingo, lunch, Harris Bank. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
The Rat Pack: 3 p.m. Friday, May 22, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Singer Heather Braoudakis presents the songs of the "Rat Pack." Free. To register, (630) 213-0100.
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.
Milwaukee River cruise: Bus departs 8:30 a.m. Thursday, May 21, from the Barrington Park District for a Milwaukee River cruise hosted by the BACOA and the Barrington Park District. $55 includes transportation, lunch and cruise. Call (847) 381-0687.
May 22
Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon: Thursday, May 28-Sunday, June 7. Offered by the Palatine Township Senior Center through Diamond Tours. $899 per person. Registration deadline is Wednesday, May 22. For information, (847) 991-1112.
May 26
AARP Safe Driving class: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, May 26 and Thursday, May 28, Park Ridge Senior Center, 100 S. Western Ave. To register, (847) 692-3597.
Senior lunch and activities: Tuesday, May 26, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Bingo, exercise, trip to Horse Shoe casino. $25. (847) 524-7496.
May 27
Meditation Session: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Richness of Sharing Meditation includes a discussion followed by an hour of actual meditation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
AARP Safe Driving class: Noon-4 p.m. Wednesday, May 27 and Friday, May 29, Glenview Senior Center, 2400 Chestnut, Glenview. To register, (847) 724-4793.
Senior lunch and activities: Wednesday, May 27, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Bingo, lunch. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
Balance screening: 1:30-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Vital Wellness Home Health staff present a balance fair screening including healthy refreshments, games, more. Free. To register, (630) 213-0100.
National Senior Health & Fitness Day: 9-10 a.m. Wednesday, May 27, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Continental breakfast, chair massage, strength training tips, check cholesterol and blood pressure. For fees and registration information, call (847) 253-5532 from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Healthy Links: 9-11 a.m. Wednesday, May 27, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Health and fitness Web site recommendations will be shared. Ten minute session begin every quarter hour in the computer room. Free. (847) 253-5532.
May 28
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meet 6:30 p.m. Saturday May 30 for dinner at Pappadeaux's restaurant, 798 W. Algonquin Road, Arlington Heights. R.S.V.P to (847) 289-4420 before Thursday, May 28.
Senior lunch and activities: Thursday, May 28, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Bingo, volunteer luncheon. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
May 29
Senior lunch and activities: Friday, May 29, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Bingo, lunch. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
Piano entertainment: 3 p.m. Friday, May 29, Victory Center of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Bob Kurtz of Elgin performs on the piano. Refreshments served. To register, (630) 213-0100.
June 1
Making Sense of Memory Loss: 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Mondays June 1-June 29, Addolorata Villa, Vandy Hall, 555 McHenry Road, Wheeling. Designed to help family members of someone in the early stages of memory loss. Topics covered include, overview of memory loss, communication strategies, making decisions, planning for the future, effective way of coping and caring. Lunch provided. For information or to register, contact Kath, (847) 253-5500, ext. 375.
June 3
Meditation Session: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 3, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Meditation for Improving Relationships includes a discussion followed by an hour of actual meditation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
Arlington Classic Tour Club: Motorcoach departs 9:45 a.m. from the Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road for a trip to see "Legally Blonde" the musical." $151-$161. Includes lunch at the Oak Tree Restaurant. Open to ages over 18. (847) 797-5341.
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.
Laughter Club: 2-2:45 p.m. Mondays, June 8 and 22, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Laughing is a catharsis for changing perspectives, greater communication, creativity, healing and relaxation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
Meditation session: 3-4:30 p.m. Mondays, June 8 and 22. Om Johari discusses what is meditation, how to meditate and why meditation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
June 10
Meditation Session: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Meditation to Break Habits includes a discussion followed by an hour of actual meditation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
Relaxing Melodies of Summer: 6-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays June 10 and 17, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Jim Kendros highlights orchestral works of beauty and serene textures in this two-week course on relaxing summertime music. $15. Register at (847) 253-532.
June 11
Drumming Circles: 1-1:45 p.m. Thursdays, June 11 and July 9, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Learn how to play rhythmic and musical sounding patters. (847) 253-5532.
Diabetes and blood pressure: 1 p.m. Thursday, June 11, Oakton Arms, 1660 Oakton Place, Des Plaines. Dr. Patel of sure Care Home Health discusses diabetes and blood pressure maintenance for good health. (847) 299-5588.
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.
June 15
U.S. Flag: 1 p.m. Monday, June 15, Oakton Arms, 1660 Oakton Place, Des Plaines. Carol Derenfeld presents, "U.S. Flag Through the Years." (847) 299-5588.
June 17
Meditation Session: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Ease of Meditation includes a discussion followed by an hour of actual meditation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
Sudoku solving strategies: 10-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 17, Harper College Northeast Center, 1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine. Fee. To register, (847) 925-6300.
June 22
Laughter Club: 2-2:45 p.m. Monday June 22, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Laughing is a catharsis for changing perspectives, greater communication, creativity, healing and relaxation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
Meditation session: 3-4:30 p.m. Monday June 22. Om Johari discusses what is meditation, how to meditate and why meditation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
June 24
Meditation Session: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Meditation for Handling Body Aches and Pains includes a discussion followed by an hour of actual meditation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
July 9
Drumming Circles: 1-1:45 p.m. Thursday July 9, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Learn how to play rhythmic and musical sounding patters. (847) 253-5532.
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.