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. Deadline is two weeks before event date.

Oct. 12

New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, 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. Election night for board members. $3 per meeting. For a listing of monthly events e-mail newbeginnings@aol.com or call (630) 307-0095 or (847) 965-8072.

Oct. 13

Preparing for the job interview: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Hands-on training session to learn how to use the library's resources to prepare for job interviews. Register at mppl.org/events or call (847) 253-5675.

Oct. 14

Surviving the Loss of a Spouse: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, 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, Oct. 14, Des Plaines Elks Club, 495 Lee St., Des Plaines. Free coffee and soda with $500 coverall and bonanza. Public is invited.

Health information on the Internet: 1-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Lean how to find reliable health information about diseases, conditions, pharmaceuticals, hospital, doctors and more online. Demonstration class only. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 167 or palatinelibrary.org.

Italy's Fabulous Amalfi Coast: Noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, Vernon Area Pub­lic Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Escape to the warm weather of the Amalfi Coast in this celebration of Italian culture. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

The Rise and Fall of the Berlin Wall: 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, Vernon Area Pub­lic Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall with a discussion with German historian Anette Isaacs. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

The Adoption Process from A-Z: 7-9:15 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, Fremd High School, 1000 S. Quentin Road, Palatine. Seminar by Chicago/Northbrook attorney Sally Wildman presents the fundamentals of adoption hosted by Community Education District 211. $25 per family. (847) 755-6820 or d211.org/ContinuingEd.shtml.

Oct. 15

To Be Joyful Again: 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, 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.

Social dance: 8-10:30 p.m. Fridays, Oct. 15 and Nov. 20, Prairie Lakes Senior Center, 515 E. Thacker, Des Plaines. Alice Lowy host Ballroom dancing with live music. Admission $25 per couple at the door. Call Alice, (847) 825-2901 or (847) 825-6637.

Mission Hills Group Hadassah North Shore: Meets 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, for a docent-led tour of the Illinois Holocaust Museum, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie. $8. Reservations to (847) 205-1900 or northshore@Hadassah.org.

Oct. 16

Open Mic Night: 8:30 p. m. Friday, Oct. 16, 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.

40+ Gay Adults: Meets 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, Chicago City Limits, 1712 Wise Road, Schaumburg.

Effective Resumes: 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12 and Nov. 9, Elk Grove Village Public Library, 1001 Wellington Ave. The Illinois workNET/IDES conducts a monthly workshop covering resumes, job search techniques and interviewing. Lunch is on your own. Register at egvpl.org.

Parents Night Out: 6-9:30 p.m. Fridays, Oct. 16, Nov. 13 and 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.

Oct. 17

Passage to Intimacy workshop: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 and Nov. 14, Relationship Solutions Center, 1320 Tower Road, Schaumburg. Couples workshop. (847) 598-3553 or relationshipsolutionscenter.net.

Delightful Dining: Saturday, Oct. 24, Lynfred Winery and Villaggio, 15 S. Roselle Road, and 1242 W. Lake St., Roselle.

Reservations before Saturday, Oct. 17, to (630) 588-8289 or brooke@delightfuldiningc.om

Oct. 18

Big Band dance: 7-10 p.m. Sundays, Oct. 18 and Nov. 15, Sheraton Arlington Park, 3400 Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights. Featuring the Bobby Sanders 16-Piece Orchestra, recreating the sounds of Glen Miller, Les Brown, Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey and others. Singles welcome. $15. For information, (847) 392-0918.

Oct. 20

PIETA: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, 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.

Oct. 21

Authentic Italian Home Cooking: 7-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, Prospect High School, Arlington Heights. Dora Travaglio shares the recipes and techniques of cooking pizza and panzerotti. Bring an apron, classes are hands-on with samplings. Fee applies. To register or for information, Call Patricia Eitz, District 214 Community Education, at (847) 718-7704 or ce214.org.

Oct. 22

Mourning Circle: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, 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.

Fall Badminton: 10-11 a.m. or 11 a.m.-noon Thursdays Oct. 29-Dec. 17, South Barrington Gymnasium, 3 Tennis Club Lane. All skill levels welcome, equipment provided. Adults only. Registration deadline is Thursday, Oct. 22. (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.

Polish Chicago: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, bus departs from Forest View Education Center, Arlington Heights, for an ethnic Chicago neighborhood tour with Chef Jonathan Bean. Shop on Milwaukee Ave., lunch at a Polish restaurant, visit the Polish Museum of America. $89. Register at (847) 718-7700 or c2214.org.

Halloween House Decorating contest: Entry deadline is 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, for the Hanover Park Halloween House Decorating Contest. Judging takes place Monday, Oct. 26. For information, hpparks.org.

Oct. 23

Friday Afternoon Movie: 12:30-2:15 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. "The Bucket List," starring Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman. PG-13. Register at (847) 259-3500, ext. 35 or phpl.info.

Wine & Spirits: 7-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, Palatine Hills Clubhouse, 512 W. Northwest Highway. Wine tasting by Glunz Winery of Long Grove followed by storyteller Ben Rosenfield at 8 p.m. Recommended for adults 21 years and over. $15. For tickets, (847) 202-5222.

Oct. 24

Social dance: 8-10:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, and 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.

Oct. 26

Travel film: 1 Monday, Oct. 26, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. Castle Ghosts of the British Isles: Ireland. Register at (847) 259-3500, ext. 35, or phpl.info.

Oct. 27

Phoenix Group: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, 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.

Oct. 30

Movin' On: Meets 5 p.m. Friday, Oct 30 for Happy Hour at Tuscany Restaurant, 550 S. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling. Socialize and stay for an optional dinner. (847) 934-1162.

Nov. 3

Drop-in Scrabble: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, 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.

Nov. 7

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy Adults: 2:30-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, Elk Grove Village. Taught by Mark Jacus hosted by the Elk Grove Park District. For information, (847) 690-1184 or elkgroveparks.org.

Nov. 15

Big Band dance: 7-10 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, Sheraton Arlington Park, 3400 Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights. Featuring the Bobby Sanders 16-Piece Orchestra, recreating the sounds of Glen Miller, Les Brown, Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey and others. Singles welcome. $15. For information, (847) 392-0918.

Reunions:

• Fenton High School Class of 1989: Reunion planned for Oct. 24, at Villa Olivia Country Club. (888) 409-TEAM.

• Niles North Class of 1969: Reunion planned for Saturday, Oct. 24. E-mail Iris Kerbis Cantor at irican@niles-hs.K12.il.us or call (847) 626-2354.

• 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.