50 Plus

Tuesday

Film discussion: 1 p.m. Tuesday; Room 183 of the Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Film is "A Place in the Sun." Discussion and refreshments follow. No registration required. (847) 253-5532.

Thursday

Day outing at park: 2-3:30 p.m. Thursday, Bartlett Nature Center, 2054 W. Stearns Road, Bartlett. For ages 18 and up, especially senior citizens. Includes discussions on wildlife, life before the 20th century, Native American culture or classic movies. Each date in series features something different; call to check programming. Thursdays through May. $5; must register. (847) 608-3100.

May 12

Laughter sessions: 2-2:45 p.m. May 12; Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Laughter Club sessions are free and open to newcomers at any time. Designed to strengthen the immune system; improve breathing, arterial blood flow, digestion and sleep; adjust blood pressure and blood sugar; relax muscles; burn calories and reduce pain. Meets the second and fourth Monday of every month. No reservations needed. (847) 253-5532.

May 14

Starry nights: The Harper College Lifelong Learning Institute will offer a course called "Starry, Starry Night" from 7 to 10 p.m. May 14 and June 4 at the Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. The fee is $15 and includes both days and also requires advance registration. Instructor Walt Trentadue will have a star party where he will point out the current visible planets and stars, the more prominent constellations and explain their associated mythology.

To register, stop by the center. For details, call (847) 253-5532.