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 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.
Senior Health and Fitness Day: 3-5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, Highland Park Hospital Health & Fitness Center, 1501 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove. Enjoy Laughter Yoga and Potting Party or Cooking Demo workshops and a light dinner. Registration is required. Call (847) 229-0292.
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.
Good Grief: 7 p.m. Monday, June 1, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Learn healthy, effective ways to cope with grief. Om Johari explains the positive side of grief, how to manage and get through tough times with gratitude and meditation.
Schaumburg Grandparents as Caregivers: 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Monday, June 1, Our Savior Methodist Church, 701 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Learn about how to block sites from the family computer, learn about Twitter and Facebook, and get handouts of fun things to do that are free or low cost with grandchildren this summer. Linda, (847) 640-9590.
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. Wednesday June 3, 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.
BACOA field trip: 9:30 a.m. bus departs Wednesday, June 3 from the Barrington Park District to see "Kickin' Back with the Rat Pack" at Apple Holler Restaurant and Playhouse in Sturtevant, Wis. $55 includes transportation, a cider sampling and lunch, shopping. Limited reservations, call Kurt, (847) 304-5273.
Dancing with the Band: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, June 4, Hattendorf Center, 225 E. Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove Village. Dance to the Big Band tunes of the Switch Time Jazz Group hosted by the Sheila Ray Adult Center. $5. $3-$5. (847) 228-3549
Free bingo: 10 a.m. Thursday, June 4, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive, Rolling Meadows. Special event to celebrate the club's 25th anniversary. Register at (847) 818-3205.
June 5
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: 2 p.m. golf outing, Streamwood Oaks Golf Course. A fish fry follows at the Rolling Knolls Club House. For reservations, information, (847) 289-4420.
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: 7 p.m. concert, Trackside, 2000 W. Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights. The "Fairlanes"perform. (847) 289-4420.
Bartlett Leisure Club: 12:30 p.m. Friday, June 5, Bartlett Community Center, Oak Room, 700 S. Bartlett Road. Social interaction, activities and entertainment. For ages 55 and over. Free. (630) 540-4834.
June 6
Schaumburg Grandparents as Caregivers: 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Monday, June 6, Our Savior Methodist Church, 701 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Free baby-sitting. Linda, (847) 640-9590.
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. 3
Schaumburg Grandparents as Caregivers: 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3, Our Savior Methodist Church, 701 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Free baby-sitting provided. Linda, (847) 640-9590.
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.