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.
Oct. 5
Travel film: 1-3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. Rudy Maxa explores Rome, Naples, the Amalfi Coast, Sicily and the hill towns of Tuscany ad Umbria in this Italian travel adventure. Register at (847) 259-3500, ext. 35, or phpl.info.
New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, 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. 6
Drop-in Scrabble: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, 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.
Film and discussion: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, Countryside Unitarian Universalist Church, 1025 Smith Road, Palatine. Documentary movie," Constantine's Sword." will be viewed and discussed. (847) 359-8440. ccuu@ccuu.org.
Get Your Kicks on Route 66: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Chicago author Dave Clark includes music in a virtual tour of U.S. Route 66 from Chicago to Los Angeles. Register at (847) 253-5675 or mppl.org/events.
Movin' On: Meet at noon Tuesday, Oct, 6, for lunch at Dirty Nellie's Pub, 180 N. Smith St., Palatine. Call Lenore, (847) 458-9697.
Oct. 7
Surviving the Loss of a Spouse: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, 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. 7, Des Plaines Elks Club, 495 Lee St., Des Plaines. Free coffee and soda with $500 coverall and bonanza. Public is invited.
Authentic Italian Home Cooking: 7-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, Prospect High School, Arlington Heights. Dora Travaglio shares the recipes and techniques of cooking Gnocci and fresh pasta. 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.
Movies at MPPL: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7; and 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Screening of director Kevin Macdonald's film "State of Play," PG-13. Register at (847) 253-5675 or mppl.org.
Dealing with separation and divorce: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays Oct. 7-Nov. 11, JCFS, 1156 W. Shure Drive, Arlington Heights. Gain support, explore feelings of anger, guilt and grief, cope with loss and change, manage relationships with family and friends, plan for the future. $90. Call Rosalie, (224) 625-2819. jcfs.org.
The Delicate Art of Saying No: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Gain the ability to say no. Registration required, call AlexianConnects at (866) 253-9426.
Tea and Conversation: 3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, Rollinf Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Talk about your hobby over a cup of tea. Bring examples or photos of your projects. (847) 259-6050
Oct. 8
Making Your Money Last in Retirement: 2-3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Learn strategies for managing investments, retirement plans and expenses in retirement. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 167 or palatinelibrary.org.
Movin' On: Meets 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8 for cards/game night, St. Thomas of Villanova School, 1201 E. Anderson Road, Palatine. Bring a white elephant, coffee and doughnuts served. Jane, (847) 934-1162.
Coffee Talk: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Thursday, October 8, Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street. Take a trip down memory
lane and remember bands like Glenn Miller and Artie Shaw or Tommy Dorsey and Harry James with Larry Bergnach, an entertaining and humorous speaker, who will recall the days of dancing to the big sounds of the big bands. Free, no registration required. (847) 391-5399 or visit desplaineshistory.org.
Oct. 9
Open Mic Night: 8:30 p. m. Friday, Oct. 9, 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. 9, Chicago City Limits, 1712 Wise Road, Schaumburg.
Happy Scrapper Club: 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, Wheeling Pavilion Senior Center, 199 N. First St. Learn the basics of scrapbooking. Starter kits ate $25. Register by Friday, Oct. 9 at (847) 459-2670 or wheelingil.gov.
Movin' On: 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, St. Thomas of Villanova Church, 1201 E. Anderson Road, Palatine. Octoberfest Party includes, pig roast with all the trimmings, German Band, raffle. $20 in advance; $25 at the door. Call Lenore, (847) 458-9697.
Oct. 10
Whole Day of Holy Play: 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, Techny Towers, Northbrook. Church Women United of Barrington Area invite all women for a day of play, pampering, loving our sisters and serving God by serving others. For complete information, visit churchwomenunited.freehostia.com or call (847) 381-1294.
Hayride: 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at the front shelter of Randall Oaks Park, 17N350 Randall Road, West Dundee. New Beginnings sponsors a hayride and bonfire. $10. Contact Joe Pizzo at (847) 922-8007 to purchase tickets.
Movin' On: Meets 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 for dinner and cocktails at Outback Steakhouse, 216 E. Golf Road, Schaumburg. Reservations before Saturday, Oct. 10 to Diane, (847) 381-6549.
Social dance: 8-10:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, 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. 11
Arts Alive Concert: 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, Rollinf Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Lustigen Musikanten perform. Free tickets available at the Welcome Desk. Call (847) 259-5319.
Oct. 14
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.
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
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.
Monthly movie: 6:30 p.m. Friday Oct. 16 and 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. For information, (847) 259-6050.
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.
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.
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. 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
• Grant Community High School Class of 1989: Reunion Saturday, Sept. 26 and Sunday Sept. 27. GCHA1989@yahoo.com.
• Round Lake High School classes of 1980-84: Joint reunion picnic planned for 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, Van Patten Woods, on Route 173, east of Route 41 and west of Green Bay Road, Wadsworth. Shelter A: Class of '82; Shelter B; Classes of '80 and '81; Shelter C: Class of '83; Shelter D: Class of '84. Bring food and beverage.
• Maine East High School Class of 1989: Reunion planned for Oct. 10, at Arlington Trackside. (888) 409-TEAM.
• St. Celestine School Class of 1969: Reunion planned for October 2009. Contact Marcia Feret-Valancius at mferet-valancius@cox.net.
• Elk Grove High School Class of 1969: Reunion planned for Oct 3-5, Elk Grove Sheraton. Cheryl,)(847) 392-6431.
• 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.