50 Plus
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.
June 8
AARP Safe Driving Course: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, June 8 and Tuesday, June 9, Northbrook Senior Center, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. To register, (847) 291-2988.
Mind Aerobics: 10 a.m. Monday June 8 and June 22, Pavilion Senior Center, 199 N. First St., Wheeling. Lexington Health Care Memory Care Services department, presents exercises to help you focus, concentration and memory. Free, register at (847) 459-2670.
ARP Driver Safety Program: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday July 8 and Monday, July 15, Pavilion Senior Center, 199 N. First St., Wheeling. To register, (847) 459-2670.
June 9
Watch and eyeglass repair: 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. David Nells of RU ON Time, Inc., provides watch and eyeglass repairs. He will change watch batteries for $5, remove links, change pins or replace bands and do minor repairs. To register, (630) 213-0100.
Senior lunch and activities: Tuesday, June 9, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Bingo, exercise, piano recital, lunch. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
Save our Seniors: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, Culver's of Buffalo Grove, 450 N. McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. The Buffalo Grove Park District and the Buffalo Grove Fire Department will present a fire and safety training program for seniors. Refreshments will be served.
Dinner and a movie: 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, Pavilion Senior Center, 199 N. First St., Wheeling. "An Affair to Remember," a classic love story, will be the feature film. $5-$7. For information, or to register, (847) 459-2670.
June 10
AARP Safe Driving Course: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday, June 10 and Thursday, June 11, Des Plaines Senior Center, 525 E. Thacker, Des Plaines. To register, (847) 391-5717.
Relaxing Melodies of Summer: The course will meet on 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, June 10 and 17, Arlington Heights Senior Center in Arlington Heights. Jim Kendros highlights orchestral works of stunning beauty and serene textures. A discussion of the musical formats of the Adagio, Minuet, and Rondo will be included, along with background on the art of orchestration. A program of the Lifelong Learning Institute of Harper College. $15. To register, (847) 925.6300.
Meditation Session: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Meditation to Break Habits includes a discussion followed by an hour of actual meditation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
Senior lunch and activities: Wednesday, June 10, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Bingo, medical quiz, lunch. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
Senior Surf Days: 11 a.m.-noon Wednesday June 10 and Aug. 5, Big Surf Wave Pool, 411 S. Maple St., Mount Prospect. Seniors 62 and better can enjoy the waves with the grandkids. $2 per person; free for ages under 2. Limit three grandchildren. (847) 253-7873.
June 11
AARP Safe Driver Course: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, June 11 and Friday June 12, Schaumburg Police Department, 1000 W. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. To register, (847) 781-2815.
Drumming Circles: 1-1:45 p.m. Thursdays, June 11 and July 9, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Learn how to play rhythmic and musical sounding patters. (847) 253-5532.
Diabetes and blood pressure: 1 p.m. Thursday, June 11, Oakton Arms, 1660 Oakton Place, Des Plaines. Dr. Patel of sure Care Home Health discusses diabetes and blood pressure maintenance for good health. (847) 299-5588.
Arlington Classic Tour Club: Departs 10 a.m. Thursday, June 11, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights, for a trip to White Pines Dinner Theater in Mount Morris, Ill. Includes luncheon buffet, Kitchen Witches Tour cooking show, transportation. $66-$76. For ages 50 and over. To register, call (847) 797-5341 or visit the Arlington Heights Park District Office in the Senior Center.
Senior lunch and activities: Thursday, June 11, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Bingo, lunch. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
BACOA Low Vision group: 1-2:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, Lake Barrington Woods, 22320 Classic Court, Lake Barrington. Polly Abbott, from Chicago's Guild for the Blind, will discuss, "Independence Without Driving." The group is open to of all ages and offers a monthly informational meeting as well as resources and local educational trips to persons with low vision. (847) 381-5030.
June 12
Piano singalong: Friday, June 12, 3 p.m.: Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Enjoy a new resident welcome social featuring a piano singalong with Victory Centre resident Helen Olsen and storytelling by her husband Dudley. To register, (630) 213-0100.
Free legal consultations for seniors: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, June 12, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Attorneys from Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with senior to discuss estate planning, wills, power of attorney or other legal issues. For appointments, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 5 p.m. Friday, June 12 for a TGIF event at Bahama Breeze, 406 W. Golf Road, Hoffman Estates. For information, (847) 289-4420.
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 7:40 p.m. Friday, June 12 for a concert at the Barrington Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway, Barrington. Matt Young Group performs the music of Motown, R & B and pop. For information, (847) 289-4420.
Senior lunch and activities: Friday, June 12, Schaumburg Barn, 231 Civic Drive. Flag day picnic, $3. Lunch donation, $3-$3.50. (847) 524-7496.
Freedom, Forgiveness and Fellowship: 1 p.m. Friday, June 12, Pavilion Senior Center, 199 N. First St., Wheeling. Ongoing support group for older adults who suffer from depression, feel sad or unhappy. To register or for information, (847) 459-2670.
June 13
Dinner-theater: Beth Tikvah Congregation's seniors group is having a dinner-theater night on Saturday, June 13. Dinner be at 5 p.m. at Durty Nellie's in Palatine. To reserve your place for dinner, call Leora at (847) 359-0439. After dinner, the group will go to Cutting Hall in Palatine to see "Clue- The Musical." Call Leora concerning theater reservations, which cost $14 per person.
June 14
Victory Centre wedding: 2 p.m. Sunday, June 14, 2 p.m., Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Victory Centre manger of wellness Terri Begin and her fiancé Mike Dedina will tie-the-knot at a special wedding ceremony complete with music provided by residents Paul Bollinger and Helen Olsen. For reservations, (630) 213-0100.
June 15
U.S. Flag: 1 p.m. Monday, June 15, Oakton Arms, 1660 Oakton Place, Des Plaines. Carol Derenfeld presents, "U.S. Flag Through the Years." (847) 299-5588.
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 6:45 p.m. Monday, June 15 for a concert in Town Square, Schaumburg. The Chicago Outskirts, a 17-piece jazz band, performs. For information, (847) 289-4420.
Slide show: Monday, June 15, 3 p.m., Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Enjoy a slide show featuring photos of national parks taken by Victory Centre resident Art Funk and some photos from trips taken by others of Victory Centre. Free, to register, (630) 213-0100.
AARP Safe Driving Course: Noon-4 p.m. Monday, June 15 and Tuesday, June 16, Palatine Senior Center, 505 S. Quentin Road, Palatine. To register, (847) 991-1112.
June 16
Lunch and a movie: Noon Tuesday, June 16, Pavilion Senior Center, 199 N. First St., Wheeling. "Sleepless in Seattle "will be the feature film. $3-$5. For information, or to register, (847) 459-2670.
Senior Tea on Tuesdays: 3-4 p.m. Tuesdays, June 16, July 21, August 18, Palatine Public Library, 700 N. North Court, Palatine. Monthly Senior Special Event featuring books, sharing, and refreshments. Bring a book you've enjoyed on any topic and share it with the group. To register, call (847)-358-5881, ext. 166 or 108, or palatinelibrary.org.
June 17
Meditation Session: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Ease of Meditation includes a discussion followed by an hour of actual meditation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
Sudoku solving strategies: 10-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 17, Harper College Northeast Center, 1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine. Fee. To register, (847) 925-6300.
June 18
Arlington Classic Tour Club: Bus departs 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 18, from the Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights, to see Mike Toomey's TV & Me performance live. Includes performance, lunch at Bob Chinn's Crab House in Wheeling, transportation. $75-$85. For ages 50 and over. To register, call (847) 797-5341 or stop by the Arlington Heights Park District office in the Senior Center.
June 19
Super Senior Day: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Friday, June 19, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Featuring Secretary of State Jessie White's Mobile Driver Services. Services offered include: duplicate licenses, corrected licenses, driver license renewals, identification cards and renewal stickers. A Rules of the Road class will begin at 10 a.m. For information, call Jennifer Koch, at (847) 279-2224.
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 7 p.m. Friday, June 19 at Arlington Trackside, outdoor patio, 2000 W. E; Eucild, Arlington Heights to see the Neverly Brothers in concert. For information, (847) 289-4420.
June 20
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 20, for dinner at Pilot Pete's Restaurant, Schaumburg Regional Airport, 905 W. Irving Park Road, Schaumburg. For information, (847) 289-4420.
June 22
Laughter Club: 2-2:45 p.m. Monday June 22, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Laughing is a catharsis for changing perspectives, greater communication, creativity, healing and relaxation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
Meditation session: 3-4:30 p.m. Monday June 22. Om Johari discusses what is meditation, how to meditate and why meditation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 6:45 p.m. Monday, June 222 for a concert in Town Square, Roselle and Schaumburg roads in Schaumburg. The Tenors 3 perform. For information, (847) 289-4420.
BACOA lunch and activity program: 10:30 a.m. Bingo; lunch at noon, Monday June 22, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive Barrington. Lunch donation, $5. Register at (847) 381-5030.
Mind Aerobics: 10 a.m. Monday June 22, Pavilion Senior Center, 199 N. First St., Wheeling. Lexington Health Care Memory Care Services department, presents exercises to help you focus, concentration and memory. Free, register at (847) 459-2670.
June 24
Meditation Session: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Meditation for Handling Body Aches and Pains includes a discussion followed by an hour of actual meditation. Free. (847) 253-5532.
Arlington Classic Tour Club: Bus departs 9:45 a.m. Wednesday, June 24, from the Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights, for a Wisconsin adventure which starts at Millie's Restaurant for lunch and shopping and a visit to the East Troy Electric Railroad Museum to see the historic exhibits and a train ride. For ages 50 and over. $69-$79. To register, call (847) 797-5341 or stop by the Arlington Heights Park District office in the Senior Center.
June 27
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: 10 a.m. Saturday, June 27, Rosehill Cemetery, 5800 N. Ravenswood, Chicago. Join the club for a tour of the historic cemetery. For information, (847) 289-4420.
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 4 p.m. Saturday, June 17 for a wine tasting at Wine Styles, 742 E. Dundee Road, Palatine. Dinner at Torre & Luke follows. For information, (847) 289-4420.
June 28
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 6 p. m. Sunday, June 28, Elk Grove Gazebo, on Beisterfield Road and Wellington Ave., Elk Grove Village. Switch Time Jazz Band performs. For information, (847) 289-4420.
June 29
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 6:45 p.m. Monday, June 29, Town Square, Roselle and Schaumburg roads, Schaumburg, for a concert by Limited Edition Big Band. For information,(847) 289-4420.
BACOA lunch and activity program: 10:30 a.m. Bingo; lunch at noon, Monday June 29, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive Barrington. Lunch donation, $5. Register at (847) 381-5030.
July 9
Drumming Circles: 1-1:45 p.m. Thursday July 9, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Learn how to play rhythmic and musical sounding patters. (847) 253-5532.
July 10
Free legal consultations for seniors: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, July 10, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Attorneys from Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with senior to discuss estate planning, wills, power of attorney or other legal issues. For appointments, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.
July 13
Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 6 p.m. Monday, July 13, Russell's Barbecue, 2885 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Meet new friends for weekly events including dinners, plays, walks, sport and travel. Call (847) 289-4420 for information.
Aug. 2
Arlington Classic Tour Club: Bus departs 7 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, from the Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights, for an overnight casino trip to Iowa. Includes stay at the Isle Resort/Casino in Waterloo, Iowa, $50 in casino rebates/play, two meals, and transportation. $150-$177. For ages 50 and over. To register, call (847) 797-5341 or stop by the Arlington Heights Park District office in the Senior Center.
Aug. 3
Schaumburg Grandparents as Caregivers: 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3, Our Savior Methodist Church, 701 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Free baby-sitting provided. Linda, (847) 640-9590.
Aug. 14
Free legal consultations for seniors: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 14, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Attorneys from Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with senior to discuss estate planning, wills, power of attorney or other legal issues. For appointments, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.
Sept. 11
Free legal consultations for seniors: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Attorneys from Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with senior to discuss estate planning, wills, power of attorney or other legal issues. For appointments, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.
Oct. 9
Free legal consultations for seniors: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 9, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. Attorneys from Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC, Hoffman Estates, meet with senior to discuss estate planning, wills, power of attorney or other legal issues. For appointments, call the BACOA at (847) 381-5030.