NW suburban 50-Plus calendar

Events that specify they are for those who are over age 50, including trips, classes, support programs, fitness and lectures. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.

Northwest Culture Bus: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. alternating Wednesdays from Jan. 13-March 24. The winter session of the North/Northwest Culture Bus, sponsored by the Barrington Area Council on Aging and CJE-Senior Life provides a series of cultural outings designed for people experiencing early memory loss. For information, call Bonnie, (847) 852-3890 or (847) 382-7059 or Judy, (847) 492-1400.

AARP Income Tax Assistance: The Barrington Area Council on Aging is offering the AARP Income Tax Assistance Program. Trained AARP volunteers will assist seniors with their taxes at the BACOA office, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Assistance is by appointment only and will run from early February through April. To schedule an appointment, (847) 381-5030.

Memory screenings: As-needed basis, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. The Barrington Area Council on Aging is offering free memory screenings designed to promote early detection and intervention for those concerned about memory loss. Each screening takes about 10-15 minutes. To schedule an appointment, call (847) 852-3890.

Northern Illinois Men's Senior Baseball League: The Northern Illinois Men's Senior Baseball League is seeking players, who will be 45 or older in 2010, interested in possibly playing baseball next year. Play is on Sundays from May-August. For information, (847) 772-0554 or lawdrl990@yahoo.com.

Jan. 11Alzheimer's caregivers support group: 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 11, Center of Concern, 1580 N. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge. Call (847) 823-0453 weekdays from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. centerofconcern.org. Walking Club: Meets 9 a.m. Monday-Friday, weather permitting, High Point Park parking lot, Hoffman Estates. Free. heparks.org.Pocket Pool Group: 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday, CCIA Senior Center, 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. Free. (847) 885-7500.Mushball: 9 a.m.-noon Mondays and Wednesdays Jan. 11-April 7, Falcon Park Recreation Center, Palatine. Program for ages 50 and up who want to come indoors to play 14" mushball on indoor turf area. Bring a bat; bases and mushballs provided. For information/registration, (847) 991-0333.Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 11, Russell's, 2885 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Call (847) 289-4420.Senior lunch and activities: Monday, Jan. 11, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo, TV trivia at 11 a.m. Lunch $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Gentle Yoga: 4:30-5:30 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 11-April 12 or Thursdays, Jan. 14-April 15, CCIA arcade, 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. Class focuses on deep breathing combined with exercise to build strength, increase flexibility and reduce stress. $84-$92. (847) 885-7500.Line dancing lessons: 3-4 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 11-March 1, CCIA dance room, 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. No experience required. $27-$30. Register at the CCIA service desk or at heparks.org. BACOA senior lunch and activity program: 10:30 a.m. Bingo; lunch at noon Monday, Jan. 11, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. Bingo, lunch, Jocelyn Gumila presents a program on the "Doctor at Home Program" for the Barrington area. $5. To register, call Linda, (847) 381-5030.Jan. 12Employment counseling: By appointment Tuesday, Jan. 12 and Wednesday, Jan. 13, Center of Concern, 1580 N. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge. For an appointment, (847) 823-0453 weekdays from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. centerofconcern.org. Volleyball: 1-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, CCIA Senior Center, 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. $1 drop-in fee. (847) 885-7500 or hepark.org.Senior lunch and activities: Tuesday, Jan. 12, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Crazy Bunco, bring your own gifts, bingo. Lunch $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Seniors in Motion-Be Balanced: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 11, Stay Fit Physical Therapy Core Wellness Inc., 127 W. Prospect Ave., Mount Prospect. Interactive workshop providing information on getting fit and staying fit for seniors includes panel discussion question and answer session, refreshments, more. Free. To register, (847) 255-2348 or stayfitpt.com.AARP Safe Driving Course: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 11 and Tuesday, Jan. 12, Northbrook Senior Center, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. Fee applies. To register, (847) 291-2988.AARP Safe Driving Course: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 11 and Tuesday, Jan. 12, Palatine Senior Center, 505 S. Quentin Road, Palatine. Fee applies. To register, (847) 991-1112.Piano performance: 3 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Party featuring Edizon Dayao on keyboards and vocals. Refreshments served. Free, registration required, call (630) 213-0100.Jan. 13Senior lunch and activities: Wednesday, Jan. 13, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship and Bingo. Lunch $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.AARP Safe Driving Course: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 13 and 20, Wheeling Pavilion Senior Center, 199 N. first St., Wheeling. Fee applies. To register, (847) 459-2670.Medication management: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, Victory Center of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Marge Mallari, clinical director of Vital Wellness Home Health presents an educational talk on medication management. Free, to register, (630) 213-0100.Watch and eyeglass repair: 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. David Nells of Ru On Time Inc., provides watch and eyeglass minor repairs. Fee applies, register at (630) 213-0100.Jan. 14Rules of the Road Review Course: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 13, Wheeling Township CSC, 1616 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Secretary of State Jesse White offers a Rules of the Road Review Course for all citizens. Course prepares applicants for the general written and road examinations and provides information on the vision screening. Card/Games Group: 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, CCIA Senior Center, 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. Free. (847) 885-7500.Senior lunch and activities: Thursday, Jan. 14, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Gift Bingo. Lunch $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Vibration instruments: 3 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Registered music therapist Rita Lopienski presents, "the Seven Metal Vibration Instruments of Tibet and Nepal." Free, to register, (630) 213-0100.Jan. 15Volleyball: 10-11:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 15, CCIA Senior Center, 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. $1 drop-in fee. (847) 885-7500 or hepark.org.Senior lunch and activities: Friday, Jan. 15, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Harris Bank Bingo. Lunch $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.AARP Safe Driving Course: 12:30-4:30 p.m. Fridays, Jan. 15 and 22, Elk Grove Village Senior Center, Elk Grove Village. Fee applies. To register, (847) 364-7224.Laugher Yoga session: 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 15, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Certified laugher yoga trainer lead a laughter yoga session, Experience the therapeutic benefits of laughter and how it enhances exercise and losers stress. Free, to register, (630) 213-0100/Drumming circle: 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Learn about the history and culture of exotic drums and experience how playing the drums enhances self-expression and creativity. Drums provided. Free, to register, (630) 213-0100.Sociable Singles 50+ Group: TGIF 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15, Finn McCools, 1941 E. Algonquin Road, Schaumburg. RSVP to (847) 289-4420.Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meet 6:30 p.m. for a 7 p.m. dinner Saturday, Jan. 1 6, at Chessies 111 Grille, 200 Applebee St., Barrington. RSVP to (847) 289-4420 before Friday, Jan. 15.Jan. 16Legal counseling: By appointment Saturdays, Jan. 16 and 31, Center of Concern, 1580 N. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge. Preparation of simple wills and durable powers of attorney for health care and property. For appointment, call (847) 823-0453 weekdays from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. centerofconcern.org. AARP Safe Driving Course: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays, Jan. 16 and 23, Northbrook Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook. Fee applies. To register, (847) 272-6224.Jan. 18Travel film: 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. Explore the enchanting region of Provence, France. Register by calling, (847) 259-3500, ext. 35 or phpl.info. Senior lunch and activities: Monday, Jan. 18, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, and celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King's birthday. Lunch $3. (847) 524-7496.Jan. 19Senior Tea on Tuesdays: 3-4 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 19 and Feb. 16, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Features books, sharing and refreshments. Bring a book you've enjoyed - on any topic - and tell the group about it. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 166 or palatinelibrary.org. Senior lunch and activities: Tuesday, Jan. 19, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo, exercise, council meeting. Lunch $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Medicare counseling: By appointment Tuesday, Jan. 19 and 31, Center of Concern, 1580 N. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge. For appointment, call (847) 823-0453 weekdays from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. centerofconcern.org.Jan. 20Senior lunch and activities: Wednesday, Jan. 20, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo, health clinic. Lunch $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Jan. 21Senior lunch and activities: Thursday, Jan. 21, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo, Winter fest. Lunch $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Jan. 22Senior lunch and activities: Tuesday, Jan. 22, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo. Lunch $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Jan. 23Lifestories: 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows. Write down and share your memories. Bring photos, journals and essays and listen to the journeys of others. For registration or information, call (847) 259-6050.Jan. 25Senior lunch and activities: Monday, Jan. 25, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo. Lunch $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.BACOA senior lunch and activity program: 10:30 a.m. Bingo; lunch at noon Monday, Jan. 25, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. Bingo, lunch, Northwest Eye Center presents a program on glaucoma and the eye, January birthdays are celebrated. $5. To register, call Linda, (847) 381-5030.Jan. 26Senior lunch and activities: Tuesday, Jan. 26, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo, exercise. Lunch $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Jan. 27Senior lunch and activities: Wednesday, Jan. 27, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo, book club, talk on safety. Lunch $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Jan. 28Senior lunch and activities: Thursday, Jan. 28, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo. Lunch $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Jan. 29Senior lunch and activities: Friday, Jan. 29, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo. Lunch $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Jan. 30Blood pressure and blood sugar testing: 10 a.m.-noon Saturdays, Jan. 30, Center of Concern, 1580 N. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge. No appointment needed. (847) 823-0453 weekdays from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. centerofconcern.org. Senior lunch and activities: Saturday, Jan. 30, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo. Lunch includes spaghetti with meatballs, salad, bread, ice cream. $5. (847) 524-7496.Feb. 3Free blood pressure screening: 10 a.m.-noon Wednesday, Feb. 3, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Patient Resource Center, 8820 W. Dempster St., Niles. No appointment necessary. Call (847) 723-7277.Feb. 4Cross Country Skiing: 9 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, meet at the CCIA Senior Center, 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estate for a trip to Camp Sagawau, Lemont. $26-$28 includes rental of skis, poles, boots and lesson. Lunch not included in price. Register at the CCIA service desk or at heparks.org.Feb. 1750 + Lifestyle Forum: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 17, CCIA Senior Center and Arcade, 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. Wellness and nutrition workshops, exercise seminar, raffles, more. $5. Register at the CCIA service desk or at heparks.org.OngoingSociable Singles 50+ Group: Meetings held at 6 p.m., second Monday of each month at Russell's Barbecue, 2885 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Meet new friends for weekly events including dinners, plays, walks, sports and travel. Call the hotline (847) 289-4420 for more information.Aqua Arthritis: 10:15-11 a.m. and 5:45-6:30 p.m. Mondays, 10-10:45 a.m. Tuesdays, 5:45-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, and 10-10:45 a.m. and 11-11:45 a.m. Thursdays, Buffalo Grove Fitness Center 601 West Deerfield Parkway, Buffalo Grove. A Certified Arthritis Foundation Instructor will lead exercises designed to increase strength in muscles and joints. Attend per class or register for an eight-week session. Classes begin the week of Aug. 24. Registration is required. Call (847) 353-7526.