Lake County club briefs
News about club meetings and events for people who share hobbies. Deadline is two weeks before event date.
Nov. 13
West Africa Hand Drumming Workshop: 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. Music/dancing, $5. (847) 543-2300 or jlcenter.clcillinois.edu.
Coffee with Michael Bond: 8-10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. State Sen. Michael Bond invites residents to join him for coffee and conversation; Bond will be available to discuss his recent initiatives and answer questions or concerns residents have. To attend, call (847) 752-7004.
Les Bavards du Nord: 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at a Buffalo Grove area restaurant. Monthly francophone lunch group meets for lunch and conversation in French. RSVP before Friday, Nov. 13 to lesBavardsduNord@yahoo.com or call (847) 921-7864.
Nov. 14
Casino Night: 6 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, Nov. 14, American Legion Post 911, 515 S Main St., Wauconda. Play blackjack, Texas Hold 'Em, Big Wheel and more. For admission fee or other details, call (847) 526-9718.
Ansel Brainerd Cook Chapter NSDAR: 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, Libertyville Township office, 359 Merrill Court, Libertyville. DAR District IV director Valerie Perron presents the program, "DAR Insignia." Mary, (847) 918-8728.
GLMV Auto, Home, Business Expo: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, Libertyville Sports Complex, 1950 N. U.S. Highway 45, Libertyville. New and classic cars on display, including the Chevelle from "Fast and Furious" and the Buick from "Public Enemies." More than 50 local home improvement and business vendors. Entertainment from local schools and groups. Free Admission. Call (847) 680-0750 or glmvchamber.org.
Nov. 16
Genealogy Interest Group: 3-5 p.m. Mondays, Nov. 16 and Dec. 21, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Grace DuMelle will discuss uncovering your past in land records. No registration required. Newcomers are always welcome. Call Carol Bartlett, at (847) 438-3433, ext. 215.
American Society for Quality: For reservations, contact asq1212reservations30 p.m. pre-meeting clinic; 6:30 p.m. dinner: 7:30 p.m. presentation, Thursday, Nov. 19, Arboretum Club, 401 W. Half Day Road, Buffalo Grove. Meeting free; dinner $25.
Buffalo Grove Hadassah: 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, Beth Am, 225 N. McHenry, Buffalo Grove. Dessert and coffee. Guest speaker will be Michele Rubin of Northbrook, co-president of Hadassah North Shore Chapter presenting, "Hadassah 101." (847) 205-1900 or northshore@Hadassah.org.
Nov. 17
Henrietta Szold Group Hadassah: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, at a member's home in Buffalo Grove. Guest speaker Diane Sullivan, certified hypnotherapist, explains how listening to your inner spirit can help alleviate stress and anxiety. (847) 205-1900 or northshore@Hadassah.org.
Long Grove Lake Zurich Toastmasters: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, Old Ela Town Hall, Ela Historic Society, 95 E. Main St., Lake Zurich. Long Grove Lake Zurich Toastmaster Club will meet to help members improve speaking skills. All are welcome. For information, call Glen, at (847) 936-1366, or Craig, at (847) 304-2345, or visit toastmasterslonggrovelakezurich.com.
Barrington DAR Signal Hill Chapter: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway. Susan Chemler presents a slide show detailing the development of Christmas from Medieval time through the Victorian age. Joanne, (815) 603-7824.
Nov. 18
Northwest Suburban Quilters Guild: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Concorde Banquet Hall, 20922 N. Rand Road, Kildeer. The featured speaker will be Amy Walsh of Blue Underground Studios Inc., on "Philosophy of Quilting." Guest fee is $7. For information, visit nsqg.net.
Beth Judea Sisterhood fashion show: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Beth Judea Social Hall, Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. Dairy appetizer and dessert social reception followed by an eco-friendly fashion show by kikaPaprika. Bring new or gently used winter hats, gloves or scarves for needy families. $12 per person. (847) 634-0777 or BethJudea.org.
Nov. 19
Friends of LVDL: 5:30 p.m. Thursday Nov. 19, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. The Friends of the Lake Villa District Library will meet in the Conference Room. For information, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.
Mission Hills Group Hadassah: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, Mission Hills Country Club, 1677 Mission Hills Road, Northbrook. Luncheon, holiday boutique, silent auction, entertainment, bake sale to celebrate Hannukah. $36. (847) 205-1900 or northshore@Hadassah.org.
Nov. 20
Glenview Square Dance Club: 7:30 p.m. rounds; 8 p.m. square dancing, Friday, Nov. 20, Glen Grove School, 3900 Glenview Road, Glenview. Square dancing is at the Plus level. $6 per person. (847) 945-0370.
Nov. 21
Gold and Coin Appraisal: 8:30 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Nov. 21, AmericaUnited Bank and Trust, 36044 N. Brookside Drive Gurnee. Appraisers will evaluate and but all gold, silver and platinum jewelry and coins. No appointments are necessary. Refreshments will be served. For information, call Karen Starcevic, at (847) 662-2265, or Barron Jewelers, at (847) 752-7030.
Nov. 22
Morton Grove Group Hadassah: 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, Golden Chef, 600 S. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling. Luncheon event with comedian, journalist, radio personality, and Pulitzer Prize nominee Ray Hanania. $18 benefits Youth Aliyah/Children at Risk. Reservations to (847) 205-1900 or northshore@Hadassah.org.
Dec. 21
Genealogy Interest Group: 3-5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 21, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Grace DuMelle will discuss uncovering your past in land records. No registration required. Newcomers are always welcome. Call Carol Bartlett, at (847) 438-3433, ext. 215.
Ongoing
Knit or crochet for babies: The Waukegan Area Branch of American Association of University Women is looking for people to knit or crochet baby hats for babies born at Vista Medical Center East. Call (847) 244-7926.
Northern Lake County Quilters' Guild: 6:30 p.m. visitation and refreshments, 7 p.m. meeting, first Wednesday of each month, Antioch Township Center, 1625 Deep Lake Road, Lake Villa. Guest fee is $5. For more information, visit www.nlcqg.org or call Carol VanTreeck at (847) 395-3555.
Island Lake Seniors: 12:30 p.m., the second Tuesday of each month, village hall, 3720 Greenleaf, Island Lake. Monthly meeting.
Senior Men's Club: 8:45 a.m. every Tuesday at Patty Turner Senior Center, 375 Elm St., Deerfield. For details, call (847) 940-4010.
Kiwanis Club of Grayslake: Meets at noon Wednesdays at State Bank of the Lakes, 50 Commerce Drive, Grayslake. The public is welcome. For more information, call Larry Herzog at (847) 986-2000 or e-mail lherzog@VillageOfGrayslake.com
Anime Club: 4-6 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Teens in sixth through 12th grade can enjoy a new Anime movie or series and Japanese snacks. For information, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Jewish Couples Club: Club holds a social event on the first Saturday of each month. 7 p.m., call for location. Jewish Couples Club in the Buffalo Grove, Arlington Heights area for new couples in their 50s and 60s wishing to develop new friendships. For details, call (847) 541-4485.
Libertyville Junior Woman's Club: 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month (except for July and August), Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville. Open to all women interested in getting involved in the community for volunteer and social activities. For more information, call Suzanne, at (847) 680-4764 or visit www.libertyvillejuniors.org.
Wauconda Snowmobile Club: 8 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month October through March at Wauconda Bowl, 381 W. Liberty St., Wauconda. Newcomers are welcome. The club plans trips, teaches snowmobile safety and is active with dealers and legislators. For information, call (847) 526-3392.
Lake County Scrabble Club: 6:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month , Panera Bread, 6557 Grand Ave., Gurnee. All levels of play are welcome. For information, call Maria, at (847) 951-6620 or visit meetup.com/lakecountyscrabble.
Ela Historical Society: 1 p.m. the third Sunday of every month, old Ela Township Hall, 95 E. Main St., Lake Zurich. All are welcome. The society also has a workshop from 9-11 a.m. the first Saturday of each month at the same address. Call (847) 438-2086.
Boy Scout Troop 275: 7-8:30 p.m. every Thursday, Community Church of Round Lake, 217 Goodnow Blvd., Round Lake. Troop 275 participates in monthly camp outs, service projects and adventure activities. Open to boys ages 11-17. Call (847) 715-6511 or e-mail inthecourt@sbcglobal.com.
Nehara Hadassah Couples Bowling League: 8 p.m. on the fourth Saturday of every month beginning in August at Lakeside Lanes, 900 S. Lake, Mundelein. This league goes from August to May with a $25 payment every month per couple. For more information or to reserve a spot contact the Hadassah North Shore office at (847) 205-1900 or email: northshore@hadassah.org.
DAR essay contest: The Twenty-first Star Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution announce its annual American History Essay Contest. All students, fifth-eighth grade are eligible. The 2009-2010 topic is "The Completion of the First Transcontinental Railroad." Deadline submission is Tuesday, Dec. 1. For guidelines and information, call Nancy Meyer at (847) 824-1150.
Crocheters of the Lakes: 6:30 p.m. third Wednesday of each month, Prairie Arts and Fibers, 960 Harris Road, Grayslake. The Crocheters of the Lakes chapter of the Crochet Guild of America invites crocheters of all levels, female and male. For information, e-mail CrochetersOfLakes@aol.com or call (847) 367-4216.