NW suburban adult social calendar
Events for adults that are largely social, such as singles events, reunions, game nights, wine tastings and adult open gym nights. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.
Nov. 9
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, Hughes Center at St. Matthews Church, 1001 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Catholic oriented nondenominational social support organization for the separated, divorced, widowed and single person. $3 per meeting. For a listing of monthly events e-mail newbeginnings@aol.com or call (630) 307-0095 or (847) 965-8072.
Effective Resumes: 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, Elk Grove Village Public Library, 1001 Wellington Ave. The Illinois workNET/IDES conducts a monthly workshop covering resumes, job search techniques and interviewing. Lunch is on your own. Register at egvpl.org.
Nov. 10
Starting a small business: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Learn about print and electronic library resources that offer information about starting a small business. (847) 259-6050 to register.
WWII Combat Photographer: 1:30-3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. World War II veteran and combat photographer Bill Lueders will show rarely seen footage of newsreels produced internally for the military. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Nov. 11
Surviving the Loss of a Spouse: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, Jewish Child and Family Services, 1156 Shure Drive, Arlington Heights. Topics include coping with grief, making decisions, managing relationships and staying healthy. $7 per session. (847) 392-8820 or jcfs.org
Bingo: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, Des Plaines Elks Club, 495 Lee St., Des Plaines. Free coffee and soda with $500 coverall and bonanza. Public is invited.
Stars of the Silver Screen: 2-3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Dramatist Roberta Randall will portray Betty Davis, Judy Garland and Elizabeth Taylor along with scenes from their most memorable films. Registration required; call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
Movie discussion: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Discussion of "feat and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998) based on the classic pop culture novel by Hunter S. Thompson. Rated R, runs 128 minutes. To register, (847) 253-5675 or mppl.org/events.
Nov. 12
Movin' On meets: 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, St. Thomas of Villanova, 1201 E. Anderson Drive, Palatine. Floral demonstration and appetizer potluck.
Delightful Dining: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, Jameson's Charhouse, 94 Stratford Drive, Bloomingdale. Reservations beforeThursday, Nov. 12, to Brooke, (630) 588-8289 or brooke@delightfuldining.com.
Christmas in Williamsburg: 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway. Join traveler Nancy McCully for travelogue of Colonial Williamsburg and do-it-yourself demonstration of holiday decorations. For adults and young adults. To register, (847) 382-1300 or barringtonarealibrary.org.
Movies at the library: 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Screening of "The Soloist" (2009, Rated PG-13, 109 minutes.) To register, (847) 253-5675 or mppl.org/events.
Nov. 13
Open Mic Night: 8:30 p. m. Friday, Nov. 13, Knights of Columbus hall, 15 N. Hickory, Arlington Heights. Variety of music including blues, classic rock, folk, more. Open door, no admission or cover charge. Bands interested in performing, can contact Bob Bolash at robertbolash@qatt.net.
40+ Gay Adults: Meets 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, Chicago City Limits, 1712 Wise Road, Schaumburg.
Parents Night Out: 6-9:30 p.m. Fridays Nov. 13 and Dec. 18, Olympic Indoor Swim Center, 660 N. Ridge, Arlington Heights. Drop your kids off at Olympic Indoor Swim Center for a night of fun while you spend a night our on the town or just catch up on some errands. Children swim, do crafts, play game or watch a movie. $20-$30. For children grades K-five .(847) 577-3000.
Nov. 14
Passage to Intimacy workshop: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday Nov. 14, Relationship Solutions Center, 1320 Tower Road, Schaumburg. Couples workshop. (847) 598-3553 or relationshipsolutionscenter.net.
Movin' On: Meet 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, for cocktails and dinner at Anthem Grill, 704 W. Euclid Ave., Palatine. RSVP to Diane, (847) 381-6549 before Saturday, Nov. 14.
Nov. 15
Big Band dance: 7-10 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, Sheraton Arlington Park, 3400 Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights. Featuring the Bobby Sanders 16-Piece Orchestra, recreating the sounds of Glen Miller, Les Brown, Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey and others. Singles welcome. $15. For information, (847) 392-0918.
Games for Grownups: 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Play strategy games, party games, chess, and more. Open to adults and high school students of all skill levels. Registration required; call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
Russian Jeopardy: Noon to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Enjoy a friendly game of team Jeopardy in Russian. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Nov. 16
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, Hughes Center at St. Matthews Church, 1001 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Catholic oriented nondenominational social support organization for the separated, divorced, widowed and single person. $3 per meeting. For a listing of monthly events e-mail newbeginnings@aol.com or call (630) 307-0095 or (847) 965-8072.
Nov. 17
PIETA: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, Saint Edna, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Support group for others who have lost a son or daughter. Margaret, (847) 398-3362, ext. 318. Bring a friend.
Nov. 18
Surviving the Loss of a Spouse: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Jewish Child and Family Services, 1156 Shure Drive, Arlington Heights. Topics include coping with grief, making decisions, managing relationships and staying healthy. $7 per session. (847) 392-8820 or jcfs.org
Bingo: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Des Plaines Elks Club, 495 Lee St., Des Plaines. Free coffee and soda with $500 coverall and bonanza. Public is invited.
Fresh Flower Centerpieces: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Make a fresh flower centerpiece for your Thanksgiving dinner table. Bring scissors or pruners. $15 supply fee. Register in person at the Welcome Desk. (847) 259-6050
Food and wine for the holiday season: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Mangels of Long Grove, 421 Robert Parker Coffin Road. Guest chefs share menus and ideas for easy and elegant holiday entertaining. Includes tastings. $35 per person. For reservations, (847) 634-9287.
Russia's Greatest Cities: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Bill Helmuth presents Moscow and St. Petersburg. Registration required; call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
Wynstone Holiday Housewalk: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 and Thursday, Nov. 19, Wynstone Clubhouse. Travel via motor coach to each of the three estate homes decorated for the holidays. Upon returning to the clubhouse there will be a high tea, raffles, boutique shopping. $60. Benefits services and programs of Catholic Charities. Call Kim, (847) 382-4553.
Hot Spot Social Network: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, New Club 94, 1070 S. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling. Dance Club Mania includes appetizer buffet. $5. Call (773) 310-6757 or HotSpotSocials.com.
Nov. 19
To Be Joyful Again: 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19 Holy Family Parish, 2525 W. Palatine Road, Inverness. A nondenominational support group for widows, widowers or anyone who has lost a significant other. Social hour followed by a speaker at 8 p.m. Call Mike, (847) 882-6901 or Elaine, (847) 705-9886.
Great Decisions Discussion Group: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Discussion centered around the "Great Decisions" briefing book. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Nov. 20
Open Mic Night: 8:30 p. m. Friday, Nov. 20, Knights of Columbus hall, 15 N. Hickory, Arlington Heights. Variety of music including blues, classic rock, folk, more. Open door, no admission or cover charge. Bands interested in performing, can contact Bob Bolash at robertbolash@qatt.net.
40+ Gay Adults: Meets 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, Chicago City Limits, 1712 Wise Road, Schaumburg.
Social dance: 8-10:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, Prairie Lakes Senior Center, 515 E. Thacker, Des Plaines. Alice Lowy host Ballroom dancing with live music. Admission $25 per couple at the door. Call Alice, (847) 825-2901 or (847) 825-6637.
Chicago Premium Outlets: 9:30 a.m. bus departs Friday, Nov. 20 from the Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road, for a trip to Chicago Premium Outlets. Shop from 120 outlet stores. $8 includes transportation. To register, (630) 540-4834.
Fabulous Faux for Boring Walls: 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, South Barrington board room. Professional faux painter shares experience and secret tricks of the trade. Materials fee of $29 collected by instructor. Registration fee $25-$30. (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.
Sparkling Fall Dance: 8-11 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, Hughes Center at St. Matthews Church, 1001 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Music provided by Paul Adams. $8 at the door. Bring a snack to share. Call Joan, (847) 397-0643.
Historic Adventures series: 7:15 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, bus departs from the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson St., for a trip to the Studebaker Museum and the Center for History in South Bend, Ind. $40 per person includes transportation, museum tickets and guided tours. Bring your own lunch or purchase them on the trip. RSVP to (847) 391-5399 or desplaineshistory.org.
Nov. 23
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, Hughes Center at St. Matthews Church, 1001 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Catholic oriented nondenominational social support organization for the separated, divorced, widowed and single person. $3 per meeting. For a listing of monthly events e-mail newbeginnings@aol.com or call (630) 307-0095 or (847) 965-8072.
Nov. 24
Phoenix Group: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, Hurley Center at Saint Edna, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Support group for those struggling with divorce. Adults of all ages. Denise, (847) 392-3155 or Margaret, (847) 398-3362, ext. 318.
Nov. 25
Surviving the Loss of a Spouse: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25, Jewish Child and Family Services, 1156 Shure Drive, Arlington Heights. Topics include coping with grief, making decisions, managing relationships and staying healthy. $7 per session. (847) 392-8820 or jcfs.org
Bingo: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25, Des Plaines Elks Club, 495 Lee St., Des Plaines. Free coffee and soda with $500 coverall and bonanza. Public is invited.
Magnificent Mile excursion: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2, Chicago. Adults only can shop the Magnificent mile, lunch at your favorite restaurant, view the State Street windows. $20-$22 includes transportation only. Register before Wednesday, Nov. 25 at (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.
Nov. 26
Mourning Circle: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 26, Hurley Center at St. Edna, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Support group for those who have been windowed. Bring a friend. Margaret, (847) 398-3362, ext. 318.
Nov. 27
Open Mic Night: 8:30 p. m. Friday, Nov. 27, Knights of Columbus hall, 15 N. Hickory, Arlington Heights. Variety of music including blues, classic rock, folk, more. Open door, no admission or cover charge. Bands interested in performing, can contact Bob Bolash at robertbolash@qatt.net.
40+ Gay Adults: Meets 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27, Chicago City Limits, 1712 Wise Road, Schaumburg.
Movin' On: Meet 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27, for happy hour at Gianni's Cafe, 22 W. Station St., Palatine. Stay for dinner. Jane, (847) 934-1161.
Nov. 28
Social dance: 8-10:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, Prairie Lakes Senior Center, 515 E. Thacker, Des Plaines. Alice Lowy host Ballroom dancing with taped music. Admission $15 per couple at the door. Call Alice, (847) 825-2901 or (847) 825-6637.
Nov. 29
Delightful Dining: 10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, The Clubhouse, 298 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook. Holiday brunch. Reservations before Sunday, Nov. 29, to Brooke, (630) 588-8289 or brooke@delightfuldining.com.
Lyric Opera series: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 29, Arlington Heights Memorial Library for "The Merry Widow" preview; 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, bus departs from Forest View Educational Center for the Lyric Opera's production of "The Merry Widow." $97 for opera trip. Register at (847) 718-7700 or ce214.org.
Nov. 30
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30, Hughes Center at St. Matthews Church, 1001 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Catholic oriented nondenominational social support organization for the separated, divorced, widowed and single person. $3 per meeting. For a listing of monthly events e-mail newbeginnings@aol.com or call (630) 307-0095 or (847) 965-8072.
Dec. 1
Drop-in Scrabble: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Adults interested in playing a casual game of Scrabble are welcome to drop in. Boards and dictionaries provided.
Dancing Like the Stars: 7:15-8:45 p.m. Tuesdays, Dec. 1-Dec. 22, South Barrington aerobic studio, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Introduction to different styles of ballroom dancing. For adults. $72-$90. (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net
Festive Florals: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, South Barrington Community Center, 3 Tennis Club Lane. Joyce Grattoni teaches participants how to make arrangements with fresh greens, flowers, berries and bows. Adults only. $32-$35. Register before Tuesday, Dec. 1 at (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.
Dec. 3
To Be Joyful Again: 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3 Holy Family Parish, 2525 W. Palatine Road, Inverness. A nondenominational support group for widows, widowers or anyone who has lost a significant other. Social hour followed by a speaker at 8 p.m. Call Mike, (847) 882-6901 or Elaine, (847) 705-9886.
Dec. 11
Delightful Dining: 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, St. Andrews Country Club, 2241 Route 59, West Chicago. Club joins St. Charles Singles for holiday dinner dance. Reservations before Friday, Dec. 11, to Brooke, (630) 588-8289 or brooke@delightfuldining.com.
Reunions
• New Trier High School Class of 1979: Reunion planned for Nov. 27, at Pinstripes. (888) 409-TEAM.
• Deerfield High School Class of 1989: Looking for alumni for its 20-year reunion. Call (888) 409-TEAM.
Ongoing
WII Game: 1:30 p.m., Mondays, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive (847) 818-3205.
Movin' On: A nondenominational social group whose purpose is to provide a welcoming, social situation exclusively for widowed men and women in the Northwest suburbs. Call Lenore at (847) 458-9697 for event and club information.