Northwest 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. Deadline is two weeks before event date.

Feb. 1New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 1, 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.Divorce Support Group: 8-7:45 p.m. Mondays, Feb. 1, 8, 15 22 and March 1 and 8, Barrington Youth Family Services, 110 S. Hager Ave., Barrington. Group offers counseling/support services for children and parents dealing with a divorce, separation or other difficult transition. Free to District 220 K-eighth grade students and their parents. To register, (847) 381-0345 or visit barringtonyouthandfamilyservices.org.Feb. 2"The Week in Review and You": 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 2, 9, 15, 23 and March 2, Congregation Beth Judea, Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. Rabbi Robert Gamer explores the headlines from a Jewish perspective. To register, (847) 634-0777.Drop-in Scrabble: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, 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.Live a Balanced Life: 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Cardiologist and author Dr. Bruno Cortis and inspirational speaker Joe O'Rourke will discuss how to reduce stress, increase energy and live a balanced life. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.You and Your Utilities-Cut Costs, Save Energy: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. A representative from the Citizens Utility Board, a utility watchdog group, will discuss the latest on natural gas, electric, and telephone issues, plus ways to combat high bills and resolve disputes with your utility company. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 167 or palatinelibrary.org.Feb. 3Surviving the Loss of a Spouse: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3, 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.orgBingo: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3, Des Plaines Elks Club, 495 Lee St., Des Plaines. Free coffee and soda with $500 coverall and bonanza. Public is invited.Art Institute's Modern Wing: 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. A slide lecture on the Art Institute's new Modern Wing, designed by architect Renzo Piano, home of the museum's collection of 20th and 21st century art. To register, call (847) 438-3433, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or visit eapl.org.Movie at the library: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3, Mount Prospect Public Library. Screening of director Kathryn Bigelow's 2009 film, "The Hurt Locker" (R; 131 minutes). To register, (847) 253-5675. Tea and Conversation: 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Theme: Volunteering. (847) 259-6050.Feb. 4To Be Joyful Again: 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, 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.Adult social Scrabble: 1:30-3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Library supplies the boards and a Scrabble dictionary. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 132 or palatinelibrary.org. Adult social Scrabble: 1:30-3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Library supplies the boards and a Scrabble dictionary. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 132 or palatinelibrary.org. Show Boat: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Examine how composer Jerome Kern and librettist Oscar Hammerstein II created this monumental 1927 musical from Edna Ferber's novel. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Creative Card Making: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, Hanover Park Park District Community center, 1919 Walnut Ave. Instructor Carolyn Rowe guides you in the creation of a set of four-five cards Materials provided. For ages 19 and over. $12-$18. (630) 837-2468 or hpparks.org.Feb. 6Chinese New Year Cooking Class: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Cooking instructor Ying Stoller will demonstrate and prepare tomato egg drop soup, chicken stir fry and rice. Tasting and recipes are included. $3 tasting fee. Registration required. Call (847) 438-3433, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or visit eapl.org.Streets of Fury: Registration opens 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, Barnaby's Family Inn Restaurant, Schaumburg. Wheels Rallye Team hosts a short two-hour qimmick road ralley. $5. For information, Dennis, (847) 446-2904 or wheelsrallyeteam.com.Feb. 7Russian Jeopardy Club: 12:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 7, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Play the famous game in teams in Russian language. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Superbowl party: 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 7, 94th Aero Squadron Restaurant, 1070 S. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling. For information, call (847) 604-3446. (847) 459-3700.Feb. 9Rosa Parks: 2-3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Discuss the life and times of Rosa Parks, a pioneer for the beginning of the Civil Rights Movement. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Super-Couponing Swap: 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Trade coupons, spend time with other coupon lovers and share stories of great deals. (847) 459-4100 or www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Feb. 10A Night at the Oscars: 7-8:15 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Author and film historian Raymond Benson will lead a discussion of this year's Oscar nominations, present insights on the Academy's history, entertain with Oscar trivia, and encourage participants to debate and vote on possible winners. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Feb. 11That Sweepstaking' Gal: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. That Sweepstaking' Gal will share her experiences and ideas on successful sweepstaking. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 167 or palatinelibrary.org.Live, Laugh and Love Adult Storytime: Noon Thursday, Feb. 11, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows. A special Valentine's Day storytime for adults. Share some wild stories about love found and love lost. Registration is limited. For registration or information, call (847) 259-6050.Washington and Lincoln-What Made Them Great: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, Prospect Highes Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. Learn about Washington and Lincoln, two presidents considered to be the best, at two critical points in U.S. history. Historian and bibliophile William B. Haase leads and in-depth discussion of what each "brought to the table: to make them so effective. Register at (847) 259-3500, ext. 35 or phpl.info. Walking tour of Woodstock: Meet 7:30 a. m. Thursday, Feb. 11, at the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson St., to take Metra to Woodstock for a guided walking tour of its downtown. Part of the history center's Historic Adventures program series. Coast is $5 plus lunch. Reservations required, (847) 391-5399.Feb. 12Alaska-The Last Frontier: 1-2:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. District 213 Community Education travel manager Linda Kerr discuss the history and culture of the "Land of the Midnight Sun." Register by calling, (847) 259-3500, ext. 35 or phpl.info.Feb. 16PIETA: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16, 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.Feb. 23Phoenix Group: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 23, 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.Feb. 24Jump-Start Your Job Search: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Free program featuring library resources that are available for all job hunters. Topics include free resources for writing a resume, preparing for a job interview, organizing your job hunt and more. Q A session is included. (847) 259-6060.Feb. 25Mourning Circle: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, 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.Reunions:bull; Siena High School all-class reunion: 11 a.m. Saturday, April 17, at the former school (now Catalyst School/Circle Urban Ministries) 5600 W. Washington Blvd., Chicago. The reunion committee is searching for alumnae from all classes. Send contact information about alumnae to Siena All-Class Reunion, P.O. Box 721073, Roselle, IL, 60172, as soon as possible. bull; Elmwood Park High School Class of 1960: Reunion planned for Sept. 24 and 25, 2010, Sheraton Gateway suites, Chicago O'Hare. Contact Herb Hellstrom, (815) 344-9042 or cardood@comcast.net. bull; 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.