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NW suburban family calendar

Posted August 23, 2009 11:00 pm

Daily Herald Staff Report

Events specifically for children or teens as well as those for, including classes, park and library programs, music, dances, family fitness events, battles of the bands. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.

Aug. 24

BBQ picnic and Shabbat service: 6:15 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, Hilltop Road, Long Grove. BBQ picnic followed by a Kabbalat Shabbat Service Under the Stars at 7:30 p.m. Bring a lawn chair and table or blanket. $10 adults; $5 children 2-12; free under age 2; or $30 per family. register at (7947) 634-0777 before Monday, Aug. 24.

Aug. 26

Midweek Move and Meineke: Wednesday, Aug. 26, 220 E. Weathersfield Way, Schaumburg. The movie "Cars" will be shown outdoors. Admission $1, concessions available for purchase. In case of inclement weather, showing will be moved inside the Meineke Recreation Center. (847) 490-7015 or parkfun.com.

Aug. 27

Palatine Children's Chorus auditions: Tuesday, Aug. 27. The chorus will hold fall auditions for children from the Northwest suburbs, who will be at least 8 years old by Aug. 31. After a short audition, singers will be places in either the Treble Choir or the Intermezzo Choir, based on age and musical experience. For an appointment, call Carol, (847) 705-5123, ext. 237.

Neighborhood block party: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, Campanelli Park, 1024 W. Weathersfield Way, Schaumburg. Carnival games, face painting, music, barbecue. $4 for burger or hot dog with chips and a drink. (847) 490-7020 or parkfun.com.

Aug. 28

Teen Coffee House: 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Teens can bring a musical instrument, a poem or a comedy routine or just hang out. Food and beverages will be provided. No registration required. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Aug. 29

D214 Community Education Festival: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, Forest view Education Center, 2121 S. Goebbert Road, Arlington Heights. Free entertainment, raffles and refreshments for kids and families. Learn about the programs D214 Community Education offers. Free admission and parking. Enter at Door #1. For information, (847) 718-7700 or ce214.org.

Aug. 30

Family Movie Night: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, St. Philip Lutheran Church, 1609 Pfingsten Road, Glenview. Family Movie Night, refreshments included. Free. stphilip.info.

Ice cream social: 9:30-10 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, St. Philip Lutheran Church, 1609 Pfingsten Road, Glenview. Free. stphilip.info.

Monster Truck Birthday Bash: Noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Come celebrate the library's 35th birthday with monster trucks, semi trucks, fire trucks, ambulances, street sweepers, tractors, garbage trucks and more. Free and open to the public. Visit vapld.info or call (847) 634-3650.

Palatine Park District Feet Fest: 8:30 a.m. registration; 9:30 a.m. start Sunday, Aug. 30, Towne Square, Smith and Slade streets, Palatine. Sixth annual 3K family fun run/walk. $10-$15 in advance; $15-$20 race day. Download required registration form at palatineparks.org or pickup at the Community Center, 250 E. Wood St. or Birchwood Recreation Center, 435 W. Illinois Ave. Pre-race registration deadline is Saturday, Aug. 22. For information, (847) 991-0333.

Multicultural Fair: 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Join in and create a craft that represents the diversity of the community, country and world through music, games and other activities. To register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Sept. 1

Parents Day Out: Fall registration for the 2009/2010 Kingswood Parent's Day Out program is under way. Children must be 2 or 3 years of age by Sept. 1, 2009, to enroll. If space permits, children will be accepted during the school year as they reach the age of 2 and 3. Class time is from 9:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Children attend either a Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday class. Parents may enroll their child/children for one day per week. Class size is limited to 16 children. The first day of class starts the week of Tuesday, Sept. 1. The monthly tuition fee is as follows: Tuesday-$95, Wednesday-$100, Thursday-$95, Friday-$95. In addition, there is a $25 nonrefundable registration fee. For details, contact Barb Symonds, minister of children and family life at (847) 398-0770, ext., 16. Kingswood United Methodist Church is located at 401 W. Dundee Road, Buffalo Grove.

Sept. 5

Operation Game Creation: 4-5 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 5, Indian Trails Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road., Wheeling. Information meeting on the library's program giving ages 10-18 the opportunity to learn from experts in the gaming industry and create games to win cash prizes. Young people will be able to pick up an application to participate. Parents are invited also. For information, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Sept. 11

QUEST Days Off School Program: Meet 9 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11, South Barrington Community Center, for a trip to Navy Pier which includes a scenic boat cruise. For grades six-eight. $40-$45. Bring money for lunch. To register, (847) 381-7515.

Sept. 12

Mount Prospect Family Bike Ride: 9 a.m. check-in Saturday, Sept. 12, Mealas Park, Mount Prospect. Bike five or 10 miles in scenic Mount Prospect. First 200 participants receive free T-shirts and goody bags, raffle follows ride. Register at River Trail Park District, 1500 E. Euclid Ave., or Lions Recreation Center, 411 S. Maple St.

Festival! A Celebration of Mexican Independence Day: 1-6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, Lake Park Pavilion, Lee Street, between Howard and Touhy. Live music, signing, authentic dancing, arts and crafts, games, traditional Mexican fare available for purchase. Free. (847) 391-5700 or desplainesparks.org.

Sept. 18

The Bubble Wonders Show: 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Mr. Bubble Man, Geoff Akins of Barrington, presents bubble demonstrations with a positive message. All ages welcome. To register, (630) 213-0100.

Carnival Night: 6:30-9:30 p.m.Community Recreation Center, Schaumburg. Carnival-type games, prizes and music for children in grades five and six. $12. Registration required, call (847) 985-2143 or parkfun.com.

Sept. 19

Lake Night in the Park: 7-11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, Mountain View Adventure Center, 510 E. Algonquin Road, Des Plaines. $7-$10. Concert, batting cages, mini-golf for children in grades five-10. (847) 391-6733.

Des Plaines Fishing Derby: 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Sept. 19, Mountain View Adventure Center, 510 E. Algonquin Road, Des Plaines. Catch and release event includes hot dog lunch, fishing demonstration, bait, prizes. $7 per person for ages 12 and under; lunch $3 per each additional family member. (847) 391-5700 or desplainesparks.org.

'50s Night Pig Roast: 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, St. John Lutheran Church, 3020 N. Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook. Hosted by the Youth Group of St. John's. $10 adults; $ages 6-10 $5; ages 5 and under free. For tickets, (847) 296-5727.

Mount Prospect Fishing Derby: 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, Robert T. Jackson Clearwater Park, Mount Prospect. Children ages 4-14, with an adult, are invited to enjoy recreation fishing. Includes educational fishing clinic presented at 8:30 a.m. Bring your own rod, reel and tackle. $6 per child. Register at mppd.org; (847) 255-5380; or in person at any park district facility.

Sept. 20

Pigskin Party in the Park: 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, Heritage Park, 222 S. Wolf Road, Wheeling. Families are invited to bring lawn chairs and blankets to this football party to watch the Chicago Bears take on the Pittsburgh Steelers on a big-screen TV. Includes food, refreshments, entertainment, raffles, prizes, inflatables, NFL Pepsi Punt, Pass and Kick competition, games, more. Free. (847) 465-3333.

Sept. 21

Royal Princess Breakfast: 9:30-11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, South Barrington Community Center. For girls ages 3-8 with parent. Princesses should come dressed in their favorite princess attire. Includes games, crafts, continental breakfast. $15-$20. Register before Monday, Sept. 21 at (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.

Sept. 25

Fantastic Friday: 5-9:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, Leisure Center, 2222 Birch, Des Plaines. Ages 5-12 enjoy gym sports, game room access, arts and crafts, board games, Baggo, outdoor play, movies. Pizza and pop for sale. Register at (847) 391-5700 or desplainesparks.org.

Sept. 26

Family Cycle Challenge: 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, Meadows Park, Mount Prospect. Bicycle about seven miles to nine locations throughout the Mount Prospect Park District. Each location will present a challenge in the form of a puzzle to solve, clues to uncover or obstacles to overcome. Each task must be completed before moving on. $7 per person in advance; $10 day of challenge. For information, (847) 255-5380 or (847) 298-3500.

Palatine Park District Fishing Derby: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, Plum Grove Reservoir, Algonquin Road, by Harper College. All ages, all participants over age 16 must have a fishing license. Awards, raffles, concessions by Culver's of Palatine available for purchase. Fishing license available at the Salmon Shop, 111 S. Northwest Highway, Palatine. For information, (847) 991-0333.

Sept. 30

Magic Class: 5:15-6:10 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30. Magic class for ages 5-12. Lean trick with coins, cards, ropes and mind reading. $17-$22. For information, (847) 391-5700 or desplainesparks.org.

Oct. 15

Guitar Hero tournament: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, South Barrington Community Center. South Barrington Park District Guitar Hero Tournament for kids in middle and high school. Prizes, refreshments. $5 per person. Register before Thursday, Oct. 15 at (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.

Oct. 16

Oct. 22

QUEST Days Off School Program: Meet 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, South Barrington Community Center, for a mystery trip. For grades six-eight. $40-$45. Lunch included. To register, (847) 381-7515.

Oct. 23

QUEST Days Off School Program: Meet 9 a.m. Friday, Oct. 23, South Barrington Community Center, for a trip to ESPN Zone. For grades six-eight. $40-$45. Lunch and game card included. To register, (847) 381-7515.

Fall Carnival: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, South Barrington Community Center. Family Halloween event for all ages includes carnival type games of skill, movie, popcorn, lemonade. $3 per person includes 10 game tickets. Additonal game tickets five for $1. Registration required before Friday Oct 16 to (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.

Nov. 6

QUEST Days Off School Program: Meet 9 a.m. Friday, Nov. 6, South Barrington Community Center, for a trip to Navy Pier which includes a scenic boat cruise. For grades six-eight. $40-$45. Bring money for lunch. To register, (847) 381-7515.

Nov. 13

QUEST Days Off School Program: Meet 9 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13, South Barrington Community Center, for a scavenger hunt and movie. For grades six-eight. $40-$45. Lunch included. To register, (847) 381-7515.