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. 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.

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.

Movin' On Holiday Party: 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, Chandler's Chop House, 401 N. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Reservations required before Friday, Nov. 27, to Diane, (847) 381-6549.

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.

Movin' On Lunch Bunch: Noon, Tuesday, Dec. 1, Billy's Pancake House, 440 W. Northwest Highway, Palatine. Call Lenore, (847) 458-9697 before Saturday, Nov. 28.

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. 5

Holiday floral piece: 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, Hoffman Estates Branch Library, 1550 Hassell Road. Make a festive and fresh centerpiece in this workshop. Peggy Garvin of Garvin Gardens is the instructor. $15. Register at (847) 923-3347.

Dec. 7

Tasty Treats: 7:30-9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. Chef Lou Buchenot demonstrates the art of creative cooking in "Appetizers and Hors d' Oeuvres." Register at (847) 923-3347.

Dec. 8

Genealogy Group: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. People interested in discovering their family's history are welcome to join. Group meets monthly. (847) 923-3347.

Dec. 10

Holiday floral piece: 7-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. Make a festive and fresh centerpiece in this workshop. Peggy Garvin of Garvin Gardens is the instructor. $15. Register at (847) 923-3347.

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.

Festive decor: 7-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Dec. 9 and 16, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. Two part holiday ceramics workshop led by instructor Randy Skepnek. $15. Register at (847) 923-3347.

Dec. 15

PIETA: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, 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.

Stress Relief: 7:30-9 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. Olivia Shelkey of Mentors for Changes provides simple, inexpensive strategies to help stay energized and upbeat throughout the holidays. Register at (847) 923-3347.

Dec. 16

Beginning Photography: 7:30-9 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 16, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. Tips for capturing the best holiday pictures by members of the Schaumburg Area Photographic Society. Register at (847) 923-3347.

Dec. 18

Parents Night Out: 6-9:30 p.m. Friday, 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.

Reunions

• Fremd High School Class of 1069: Reunion planned for Nov 7. Visit fhs.d211.org/alumni for details.

• 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.

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.