Northwest suburban religion notes
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Shavuot: Welcome Shavuot at 9 a.m. Friday, May 29, at Congregation Shirat Shalom, 30W509 Shoe Factory Road, Elgin This Shabbat will also be the second day of Shavuot, celebrating the revelation at Sinai. Services will begin at 9:45, and will include Yiskor remembrance services. (847) 695-6246, or CongregationShiratShalom.org.
Open house: An open house and fun fair will be held from 4:30-6:30 p.m., Friday, May 29, at Big Barn Preschool, 888 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, (847) 895-3257.
Recession: Holy Family Catholic Community, 2515 W. Palatine Road, Inverness, is offering families and individuals help in dealing with the recession through a series of free educational sessions. Topics include creating a financial plan (June 4 and 18); building wealth and risk management for both younger adults (June 2) and those approaching retirement (June 10); housing and mortgage issues (June 9); and raising financially healthy children (June 11). The sessions will be held on various weeknights from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Common Ground Meeting Room at Holy Family and are open to the public. Each topic will be presented as a self-contained program, so participants may attend all the sessions or whichever they feel are most beneficial. Several of the topics will be offered twice. For additional information, contact Sue Geegan at (847) 907-3443 or sgeegan@holyfamilyparish.org.
'Flanagan's Wake': Holy Family Parish presents "Flanagan's Wake" with proceeds to benefit The Timothy J. Schueneman Fund. "Flanagan's Wake," a hilarious interactive Irish wake, will be presented at Holy Family Parish, Inverness, at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 29 and Saturday, May 30. Watch as the Rev. Pat Brennan, pastor of Holy Family Parish, makes a guest cameo appearance. Doors open at 7 p.m. Reserve your ticket(s) at itickets.com - type in Flanagan's Wake or call 1-800-965-9324. Also, go to the parish Web site at holyfamilyparish.org or call (847) 359-0042. Holy Family Catholic Community is located at 2515 W. Palatine Road, Inverness.
Game night: The public is invited to join members of North Northfield United Methodist Church in Northbrook for fellowship, snacks and games from 6:30 to about 9:30 p.m. Friday, May 29. Group games and board games will be played during this informal gathering, and prizes will be awarded. The food will include "sloppy joes" and other snacks. There is no admission charge for the event, which will be held at the church, located at Sanders and Dundee. For more information, call (847) 272-2250. northnorthfield.org.
Flea market: St. Mark's Church, 337 Ridge Road, Barrington Hills, will have a flea market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 30. (847) 381-0596 or st-markschurch.org.
Rummage sale: Church rummage sale, will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 30, at Christ Community Mennonite Church, 888 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. In addition, a Tent Sale will be held at the same time at Gifts of the World, 888 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, featuring fair trade with arts and gifts from 40 developing countries. (847) 895-3654
Community resources: A seminar, "Parachutes of Hope: Community Resources for Difficult Times" will be presented from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 30, at Bethel Lutheran Church, 3839 W. Frontage Road, Palatine. There will be representatives from resources within the community ready to assist in meeting the challenges of today's economy. Lunch will be served. Contact the Bethel Church office at (847) 397-4372 for more details.
Wine tasting: St. Alphonsus Liguori Catholic Church will present its first Wine Tasting and Auction Saturday, May 30, at the church, 411 N. Wheeling Road, Prospect Heights. Tickets are $50 if purchased in May, and $60 at the door. It begins at 6 p.m. and ends at 11 p.m. Proceeds help support St Alphonsus Church and School. Everyone 21 years and older welcome.
Praying for people: In recognition of challenging times, members of North Northfield United Methodist Church are praying for the people of Northbrook. Members plan to "take it the streets" to pray with people in the church's neighborhood, beginning Saturday, May 30. As part of a "doorstep" ministry effort, a church team plans to knock on doors to ask people if they would like to participate. If they agree, a short prayer will be said with them. The prayer team will start in the immediate neighborhood around the church, which is located at the corner of Sanders and Dundee roads in Northbrook. Additional dates to visit more homes will be scheduled later in the summer. People who would like prayers but who do not receive a visit from the prayer team are welcome to call (224) 436-0769 to learn how to participate. Information about the church is also available online at northnorthfield.org.
Junk in the trunk: St. Peter Community Church, 2700 Willow Road, Northbrook, will be having a Junk in the Trunk Sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 30. The rain date is Saturday, June 6. This is open to the public. You can park your car in the parking lot of St. Peter and sell directly from your trunk or set up a table by your car or van. The space is $25 and to rent a table is $5 extra, or you can bring your own. If you are a seller, you can register and pay ahead or come that day and pay when you enter. Check or cash will be accepted. Everything must be in working condition. No car seat or cribs can be sold. Concessions will be sold. Sellers can start setting up at 7:30 a.m. the day of the sale. Buyers can start buying at 9 a.m. For more details call (847) 272-2246.
For families: Family Shabbat will be offered from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, May 30, at Congregation Beth Am, 225 N. McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. Join for a Shabbat celebration full of songs, snacks, stories and crafts.
Rite of Healing: Trinity Lutheran Church, 675 E. Algonquin Road, Des Plaines, will off the Rite of Healing at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 30, and at 8 and 10 a.m. Sunday, May 31, during services. (847) 827-6656, trinityldp@ameritech.net.
Church security: On May 30, Grace Baptist Church, in partnership with the Christian Security Network, will host a full-day Security and Emergency Planning seminar, designed for church leaders. Jeffrey Hawkins, executive director of the Christian Security Network, will be the featured guest speaker. The Security and Emergency Planning seminar will take place at 1900 Nerge Road, Elk Grove Village. To register, or for more information, visit christiansecuritynetwork.com. General admission is $75 and $45 for Christian Security Network members. Lunch will be served. Group discounts are available. christiansecuritynetwork.com.
Food for the Poor: The Rev. Jay Pierce will preside and provide a video presentation about Food for the Poor ministries at 8 and 10 a.m. Sunday, May 31, at St. Philip's Episcopal Church 342 E. Wood St., Palatine. Food for the Poor is an interdenominational ministry providing food, clothing, housing, education and medical care in the Caribbean and Latin America. Pierce leads life-changing pilgrimages to these regions. More information is available at foodforthepoor.org. (847) 358-0615.
Pentecost service: The South Church will present a Pentecost worship experience at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, May 31, led entirely by its youth group, whose members range in age from 12 to 20. They will lead the congregation in prayer, perform a variety of vocal, guitar and piano music, and present an original play titled "Honking Spirit," which explores the way Spirit communicates with humankind. The South Church is at 501 S. Emerson St., Mount Prospect. thesouthchurch.com.
Hearing Men's Voices: Congregation Beth Judea's Men's Club will host the second "Hearing Men's Voices" program at 10 a.m. Sunday, May 31. Breakfast will be provided. This year's event will feature three topics: "Parent or Pal - Finding the Right Balance," "Dealing with Reverses and Losses at Work," and "Aging and Illness in Parents and Loved Ones." For details, call (847) 634-0777. Beth Judea is located on Route 83 and Hilltop Road in Long Grove.
Nicaragua: Rob Miller will discuss his trip to Nicaragua with Carthage College to serve the needy people of that country at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, May 31, at Lutheran Church of the Cross, 2025 S. Goebbert, Arlington Heights. (847) 437-5141.
Beginning genealogy: Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois will host a Beginner's Workshop led by Judy Frazin at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 31, at Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie. This program is designed to help answer the question, "How Do I Get Started Researching My Family?" jewishgen.org/jgsi or (312) 666-0100.
Mission: The Rev. Tim Haugen will speak on the topic "The Holy Spirit" in the current sermon series, Mobilized for Mission at the 9 and 10:30 a.m. services on Sunday, May 31, at Meadows Baptist Church, 2401 Kirchoff Road, Rolling Meadows. Adult, student ministries and children's church Bible classes will meet at 9 a.m. A second adult Bible class and Club 56 for fifth- and sixth-grade children will meet at 10:30 a.m. The Adventure Club will hold an open house and picnic from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. It will not meet again until September. (847) 255-8764.
Vacation Bible school: Crocodile Dock will be presented from 9-11:30 a.m. June 22-26 at Saint Paul Lutheran School, 17 S. School St., Mount Prospect. Extended Day options available. Deadline to register is June 1. Call Stephanie at (847) 951-4670 or Dari at (847) 255-0332.
Drum circle: Unity Northwest Church, 259 E. Central Road, Des Plaines, will host a Drum Circle at 7 p.m. Friday, June 5. Bring your own drum or percussive instrument or they will be provided. The drum circle offers equality because there is no head or tail. It includes people of all ages. The main objective is to share rhythm and get in tune with self and with each other.
Rummage sale: Trinity Lutheran Church, 3201 Meadow Drive, will have a rummage and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, June 5, and Saturday, June 6. The church is collecting items for the sale. (847) 398-7122, tlcrm.org.
Concert: The South Church presents the second in its 2009 series of music recitals, with The Chicago Pan-American Ensemble at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 6. Formed by husband and wife American cellist Andrew Snow and Mexican pianist Beatriz Helguera, the Pan-American Ensemble performs a standard cello and piano repertoire. In addition to Snow and Helguera, the June 6 recital will feature guest violinists Gregory Maytan and Mathias Tacke. The afternoon program will include the Mozart quartets in G Minor and E flat Major, as well as the Frescobaldi-Cassado Toccata for cello and piano.
The South Church is located at 501 S. Emerson St. in Mount Prospect, and is wheelchair-accessible for those with physical limitations. A suggested donation is $10 per adult, and $5 for students. thesouthchurch.com. (847) 253-0501.
Rummage sale: St. Alphonsus Liguori Catholic School will hold its annual Rummage Sale June 13 and 14 in the gym. The hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and noon to 3 p.m. Sunday with 50 percent off everything. Please no "early birds," as Mass is going on until noon. A special "Pre-Sale" is open to the public the night before the sale, June 12, from 6 to 10 p.m. only. Admission to the Pre-Sale is $4. Concessions will be available in the dining hall. Donations may be brought to the gym from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 7, and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. June 8-11. All items should be in clean, working order. Old computers cannot be accepted. St. Alphonsus is located at 411 N. Wheeling Road in Prospect Heights. saintalphonsus.com.
Jewish spiritual practice: Introduction to Jewish Spiritual Practices is offered the first Sunday of the month from 1:30-2:15 p.m. at Congregation Beth Am, 225 N. McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. For those seeking to enrich their spiritual life, join Rabbi Lisa Sari Bellows to explore and engage in Jewish spiritual practices of prayer, study, meditation and yoga. This class is free.
Summer camp: Immanuel Discovery Camp, 200 N. Plum Grove Road, Palatine, is a Christian summer camp with flexible hours for children 4 years of age through fifth grade. Campers will enjoy pastimes like arts and crafts, theme-based field trips, and swimming. Discovery Camp will operate weekdays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 8 to Aug. 14. http://immanuelpalatine.org, "school" and "Discovery Camp.
Summer basketball camp: St. Peter Lutheran School 111 W. Olive, Arlington Heights, will host the 15th Annual Summer Basketball Camp. Registration forms are available at the school office, as well as the school's Web site. The camp is open to students of any school who are in grades 3-8 for the upcoming school year. The dates for fifth-eighth grade are June 8-11 and the dates for third and fourth grade are June 15-18. (847) 253-6638, ext. 129.
Summer preschool: Summer Preschool Program is available for 3- to 6-year-olds at Sonshine Preschool of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Prospect Heights. Enjoy a fun-filled five-week adventure from June 9 - July 9. Classes meet mornings from 9 -11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Tuition for this class is $170. for a three-day-a-week program, $125 for a two-day-a-week program. Call for details, (847) 520-1116, Ask for Barb Orze.
Fun fest: Our Lady of Ransom Parish in Niles will host its 18th annual Family Fun Fest on the parish grounds, at Greenwood and Normal avenues, June 10-14. Entertainment on the main stage will be Incognitos at 7 p.m. June 10; The Associates at 7 p.m. June 11; Skip Towne & the Greyhounds at 8 p.m. June 12; Undercover at 8 p.m. June 13; and Downtown Sound at 5:30 p.m. June 14. (847) 823-2550.
Rummage sale: Holy Family Catholic Community, 2515 W. Palatine Road, Inverness, will host its annual rummage and garden sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, June 12; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 13; and 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, June 14. Browse from shop to shop for household goods, furniture, holiday items, jewelry and purses, sports equipment and toys. Donated items can be dropped off at the Holy Family gym from 3-7 p.m. June 8-11. No clothes or books accepted. (847) 359-0042.
Slow food, slow money: The public is invited to view a series of short video segments as well as a feature-length film on the subject Slow Food and Slow Money, with discussion and exploration between each, at 7 p.m. Friday, June 12, at Countryside Unitarian Universalist Church, at 1025 N. Smith Road, Palatine. Free. ccuu@ccuu.org, (847) 359-8440.
Genealogy: Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois proudly welcomes national lecturer and author Beau Sharbrough, who will be presenting "Jewish Research on Footnote.com" and "Automated Search Tools" at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, June 14, at Temple Beth Israel, 3601 W. Dempster St., Skokie. The lecture is free to JGSI members, $10 for nonmembers, which can be applied to JGSI membership when you join by July 1. For more information and to reserve your seat, call (312) 666-0100 or e-mail rsvp@jgsi.org
Unity lecture: Lubavitch Chabad of Northbrook will host 'The Unity Lecture,' a simultaneous Webcast of Torah study, a lecture with Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau, former Chief Rabbi of Israel, current Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv and chairman of Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial. The Webcast will be from 6:45-7:45 p.m. Sunday, June 14, at Lubavitch Chabad of Northbrook, 755 Huehl Road, Northbrook. Free Admission. Refreshments will be served. (847) 564-8770 or UnityLecture.com
A Healer's Odyssey: Dr. Saul Shaye will be at Unity Northwest Church, 259 E. Central Road, Des Plaines, at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, June 14, for a workshop, "A Healer's Odyssey," the story of his own spiritual transformation from atheist to spiritual healer. In the wellness lecture, "If You Want to Know About Health, Don't Ask Your Doctor," he will inform individuals how to take charge of their well-being: spirit-mind-body, explaining the part dreams play in each. Call (847) 297-0997 to register. Suggested offering is $20.
Vacation Bible school: Take a walk on the wild side at Kingdom of the Son: A Prayer Safari VBS, from 9 a.m. to noon June 15-19, at Living Lord Lutheran Church, 1044 Congress Drive in Bartlett. This year's focus for kids entering kindergarten through fifth grade is on learning the Lord's Prayer through a fun and exciting safari-themed program. Traveling praise band Captive Free will lead the music. Kids entering sixth and seventh grades can register for their own program featuring fellowship and service projects. (630) 830-3630, or livinglordlutheran.org. Registration is $20.
VBS: Vacation Bible school for children ages 3-14 will take place in Christ the King Ev. Lutheran Church, 100 W Michigan Ave., Palatine, from 9:30 a.m. to noon June 15-19. The theme is "Dive In!" Freewill offerings will pay for VBS costs and a Lutheran World Mission. To register, call (847) 358-0230, e-mail office@ByFaithAlone.org or visit ByFaithAlone.org.
Summer music camp: Praise-Rocks @ CLC Summer Music Camp will be held June 15-26 at Christ Lutheran Church, 41 S. Rohlwing Road in Palatine. This two-week intensive, half-day music camp is from 9 a.m. to noon and costs $150. Open to all instruments and vocalists in sixth to 12th grade. Beginners are welcome. Students will play in bands, receive instrument instruction from professional musicians and teachers, lead worship, and get a chance to show their skills at the final concert. Extra activities include song writing, hands-on sound tech instruction, a rock history class and Guitar Hero 101. (847) 358-4600.
Pray for peace: A Prayer Service for Peace in the Middle East will be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 15, at Lutheran Church of the Atonement, 909 E. Main St., Barrington. A special guest, Ali Amr, will share his exceptional musical talents during and after the service. Additionally, he will share his personal story that encompasses life with his family in Ramallah on the West Bank, learning and performing music from an early age, and current studies at Berklee College of Music in Boston. This service is held on the 15th of each month as part of an ecumenical effort in the United States and the world to pray daily until a just and lasting peace comes to all citizens of the Middle East. It includes reading from the Bible, music, and prayers. For more information, call (847) 381-0243 or visit http://elca.org/Our-Faith-In-Action/Justice/Peace-Not-Walls.aspx.
VBS: Vacation Bible school will be offered June 15-19 at Grace Lutheran Church, 1624 E. Euclid Ave., Mount Prospect. The vacation Bible school is titled, "Here I am Lord" and will meet daily from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Children ages kindergarten through sixth grade are invited. (847) 824-7408
Community meal: Lutheran Church of the Atonement will host The Community Meal from 5-7 p.m. Wednesdays, June 17 and July 15. The public is invited to attend these free meals. The church is at 909 E. Main St., Barrington. (847) 381-0243
Dance: New Beginnings will have a dance from 8-11 p.m. Saturday, June 20, at St. Matthew's Church, 1001 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Tickets cost $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Bring a snack to share. For information, call Joan Neville at (847) 397-9643.
Yard sale: Free space in the Multifamily Community Yard Sale is available to local residents who wish to participate. The yard sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 20, at Congregational United Church of Christ, 1001 W. Kirchoff Road, Arlington Heights. For information, call (847) 392-6659
Pratishtha Mahotsav: The Jain Society of Metropolitan Chicago announces a grand Pratishtha Mahotsav of the reconstructed and expanded temple at 435 N. Route 59, Bartlett. This 10-day celebration will begin Saturday June 20, and continue through June 29. Volunteers are actively working on developing a dedicated Web site, registration forms, souvenir, invitation and organizing the cultural events For details, visit jsmc2009.org or jsmconline.org, or contact JSMC President Atul Shah at (630) 886-6928 or abshah24@yahoo.com.
Wine tasting: Our Lady of the Brook Catholic Church, 3700 Dundee Road, Northbrook, will host its first ever Wine Tasting at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 20, at the Old Willow Wine Shoppe, 1500 Paddock Drive in Northbrook. The evening, which runs from 6 to 9 p.m., will include a light buffet as well as wines from across the globe. Tickets are $25 if purchased in advance, or $30 at the door. For information, contact Mary Beth at (847) 409-7918. olbparish.org.
Vacation Bible school: Crocodile Dock vacation Bible school will be presented from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sunday, June 21 through Thursday, June 25, at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, at the southwest corner of Army Trail and Petersdorf in Bartlett. This event is for kids ages 3 through sixth grade and the cost is $15. Register by calling (630) 830-3003.
Summer camp: Christ the King Lutheran Preschool offers two summer camps for children ages 3-7. Session 1 is June 22-26 and Session 2 is Aug. 10-14. Times are 9:30 a.m.-noon Monday-Friday. Fee is $75 per session. See ByFaithAlone.org for registration information, or call Valerie Schultz at (847) 358-0230 to register. Christ the King Preschool is operated by Christ the King Lutheran Church, 100 W. Michigan Ave., Palatine.
Vacation Bible school: Crocodile Dock will be held from 9 a.m. to noon June 22-26 at St. Peter Lutheran Church 111 W. Olive St., Arlington Heights. You may register online at stpeter-ah.org or in the church office. There is a $5 fee per child to cover supply costs.
Farmers market: Our Lady of the Brook Catholic Community will be the site of a weekly farmers market in Northbrook this summer. The market will kick off Wednesday, June 24, and will be held every Wednesday through Oct. 14 from 7 a.m. until 1 p.m. The market will feature dozens of vendors, selling the freshest produce, flowers, organic foods, artisan cheeses, baked goods and much more. There is plenty of free parking, and samples will be available. Our Lady of the Brook is located at 3700 Dundee in Northbrook, and can be contacted at (847) 272-5686 or at olbparish.org.
Genealogy: Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois will hold its annual meeting and presents "Ask the Experts" at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 28, at Temple Beth Israel, 3601 W. Dempster Street, Skokie. You may ask any genealogical-related questions you may have regarding your research into your family's history. The JGSI meeting facilities at Temple Beth Israel will open at 12:30 p.m. to accommodate members/guests who want to use library materials, get help with genealogy Web sites on the Internet, or ask genealogical related questions before the main program begins at 2 p.m. Visit jewishgen.org/jgsi or phone (312) 666-0100.
Vacation Bible school: Kids ages 3 years old through fifth grade are invited to attend Crocodile Dock VBS. There is no cost for admission. This VBS will be held from 10 a.m. to noon July 20-24 at Grace Community Church, 431 N. Quentin Road, Palatine. Contact Gia Miller at (847) 776-1900 or gia.miller@aboutgrace.com to register.
Crafters wanted: St. John United Church of Christ, 1475 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine, is seeking exhibitors for its 35th Annual Craft Fair and Flea Market, to be held Sept. 19 on the church grounds at the southwest corner of Algonquin and Roselle roads. Booth reservations are made on a first-come, first-served basis. (847) 255-2848.
Women's conference: The Rev. Patty Pipia will speak at a Women's Leadership Conference, "The Spirit of Leadership Reawakening the Feminine" Oct. 2 and 3. The conference is sponsored by The Present Moment, 521 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, and will be held at Gorton Community Center, 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest. For more details, visit thespiritofleadership.net.
Plant a garden: Garden Plots are available free to residents interested in doing a little gardening. The plots are located in the rear of Congregational United Church of Christ, 1001 W. Kirchoff, Arlington Heights. Space is limited. To determine availability, call (847) 392-6650 for information.
Preschool registration: Noah's Ark Christian Preschool and Kindergarten, 98 Algonquin Road, Barrington, is currently registering new students for the 2009-2010 school year. Classes are available for children ages 2-6. Noah's Ark is a ministry of Barrington United Methodist Church. Call (847) 844-3738 for more information.
Sunday school signup: Registration for Sunday school 2009/2010 at Living Lord Lutheran Church in Bartlett is now under way. Three programs are designed especially for preschoolers, K-fourth-graders, and fifth- and sixth-graders. Sunday school runs from September through May. Visit livinglordlutheran.org for information and registration materials, or call the church office at (630) 830-3630. Living Lord Church is located at 1044 Congress Drive, on Route 59 just south of Stearns Road.
Preschool registration: Prince of Peace preschool and kindergarten, 930 W. Higgins Road, Schaumburg, is currently registering new students for the 2009-2010 school year. Call (847) 885-7036 for more information.
Preschool registration: The Big Barn Preschool is accepting summer and fall registration. Full-day and part-day preschool are available. There are a limited number of spaces for 3- to 5-year-old preschoolers. For details, call Mary Fisher at (847) 895-3257.
School registration: St. Hubert Catholic School continues open registration for the 2009-2010 school year for preschool through eighth grade, with new student applications being accepted. For registration materials and details, call the school office between 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. at (847) 885-7702. Tours can be arranged, as well as appointments made to learn more about St. Hubert Catholic School.
New Beginnings: The Ministry of New Beginnings, a Catholic-oriented, nondenominational, social support organization for separated, divorced, widowed and single persons, meets at 7:30 p.m. Mondays in the Hughes Center in front of St. Matthew's Church, 1001 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. The cost is $3 per meeting, with the first visit free. (847) 891-1220.
St. Hubert Job and Networking Ministry, 729 Grand Canyon Blvd., Hoffman Estates, is nondenominational, free and open to all occupations. For details, call Bob Podgorski at (847) 925-6005.
School registration: New Hope Christian Academy is now enrolling for fall classes: preschool and kindergarten. For details or to schedule an appointment, call (847) 359-5482. New Hope Christian Academy is a part of New Hope Community Church, 1023 E. Palatine Road, Palatine.
Synagogue membership: Congregation Beth Judea (Conservative), Route 83 and Hilltop Road in Long Grove, is now accepting 2009-2010 synagogue membership registration, Sunday and Hebrew School registration, as well as "Jewish University" Class registration (grades 8-12), and membership in the various youth groups. Beth Judea's clergy consists of: Rabbi Howard Lifshitz, Rabbi Robert Gamer and Hazzan Roger Weisberg. (847) 634-0777 or bethjudea.org.
Religious education: Registration for the 2009/10 school year is now open to new families for St. Emily Religious Education classes for grades 1-8. Classes are held Tuesday evenings starting at 5 p.m. and Wednesday evenings starting at 6 p.m. Call the office at (847) 299-5865 for more information, or visit the Web site at stemily.org/religiouseducation. St. Emily is at 1400 E. Central Road, Mount Prospect.
Moms Bible Study: The Saturday morning Saint Paul Moms Bible Study would like to welcome new members. The group meets one or two Saturdays per month from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Panera Restaurant on Arlington Heights Road in Elk Grove Village. The group is currently studying a book about Christian parenting. For details, contact Jennifer at J-Slate@neiu.edu. St. Paul Lutheran Church is at 100 S. School St., Mount Prospect. saint-paul.org.
Basic Buddhism classes continue at Rissho Kosei-Kai Buddhist Church the first Sunday of the month at the church, 1 W. Euclid Ave., Mount Prospect. (847) 259-3018.
Tell your story: Writing your story is a new small group at Prince of Peace United Methodist Church in Elk Grove Village that meets the second Wednesday of the month from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at 1400 Arlington Heights Road. Call (847) 439-0668 or e-mail princepeaceumc@sbcglobal.net to register. There is no cost to attend. All are welcome.
Preschool: Registration has begun for Mother's Day-Out Preschool Program at Prince of Peace UMC, 1400 Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village. The hours will be 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day for children ages 2 to 5. Contact Lynn Cooper at (847) 439-0668 for a registration packet or more information.
Play group: Parents and tots are invited to join a new play group the first Monday of the month from 10 a.m. to noon at Park Ridge Community Church, 100 S. Courtland Ave., Park Ridge. The play group is designed for parents with children ages 5 and younger. Parents must remain with their children at all times. (847) 823-3164 or parkridgecommunitychurch.org.
A free beginning yoga class: From 9 to 10 a.m. Saturdays at Rissho Kosei-Kai Buddhist Church, 1 W. Euclid Ave., Mount Prospect. Bring your yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. (847) 259-3018.
Parents Day Out: Registration has begun for the Kingswood Parent's Day Out summer session. This program is for children ages 2 and 3. The summer session of Parent's Day Out will start Tuesday, June 16, and will go until Thursday, July 30. This is a seven-week program. A $25 nonrefundable registration fee is due at time of registration. The balance is due by Friday, May 22. Refunds will not be given after June 1. The church is at 401 W. Dundee Road in Buffalo Grove. Questions and applications will be received by Barb Symonds, minister of children and family life, at (847) 398-0770, ext., 16.
Jewish Yoga: Jewish Yoga is going strong at Congregation Beth Am, 225 N. McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. A class is offered from 11:30 to 12:45 p.m. Wednesdays. The class is open to nonmembers. Call for pricing details, (847) 459-1677. In addition, a drop-in class is offered from noon to 1:15 p.m. the first Sunday of the month. This class is free with a suggested donation for attendance.
Congregation Beth Judea's Gan Shabbat program, for children ages 9 and younger along with their families, will be from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. After Gan Shabbat, all participants will be encouraged to join the main service and the community Kiddush. Beth Judea is on Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. (847) 634-0777.
Virtual Book Fair: Congregation Beth Judea will have a Virtual Book Fair. In conjunction with Amazon.com, they have set up a selection of books and music that can be purchased online. The Beth Judea Religious School receives a portion of all purchases made. Direct your Web browser to CBJ School Book Fair and follow the link. When you shop from this link, a portion of all purchases goes to Beth Judea. On the cbjschool.com Web site, you will see a link that takes you directly to amazon.com. This Web site will be up and running for a number of months. Beth Judea (Conservative) is on Route 83 and Hilltop Road in Long Grove. For details, call Anna Besser at (847) 634-0777.
Beth Am Food Pantry's food distribution: Offered the last Sunday of the month from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Nonperishable food donations are always welcome. Congregation Beth Am is at 225 N. McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. (847) 459-1677.
Rainbows Grief and Support sessions will meet Mondays at 7 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 431 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. The classes are for children (as young as preschoolers) and adults who have experienced the loss of a family member through death, divorce, deployment or even absence due to a serious illness. Classes are facilitated by trained adults. For details, call Shirley Laube or Lynn Manning at (847) 253-4839.
Preschool registration: The Preschool/Wee Care programs at First United Methodist Church of Arlington Heights, 1903 E. Euclid Ave., are currently enrolling students for the 2009-2010 school year. The preschool has openings for children turning 3 on or before Sept. 1, 2009. Classes meet September through May Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The Wee Care Program has opening for children ages 16 months to 2 1/2 years. Classes meet October through May Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (847) 255-5119.
St. Edna Church, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights, offers several support groups, including ones for those who have been widowed, a group for mothers who have lost a son or a daughter and a group for those struggling with divorce. (847) 398-3362, ext. 318.
Women's Bible Study: Led by laypersons, meets Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Congregational United Church of Christ, 1001 W. Kirchoff Road, Arlington Heights. Newcomers welcome. congucc.org or (847) 392-6650.
CoffeeHour is a women's Bible study and outreach of Arlington Countryside Church in Arlington Heights. A variety of studies are offered at different times. For details, visit acchurch.org.