The Center notes

Personal Safety for Women: This class will explore safety issues and the concerns of women surrounding their own safety from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today in Room 1. Personal safety techniques and skills will be introduced by presenter Tami Haukedahl, the first female commander of the tollway district of the Illinois State Police. There is a fee of $10 members, $15 for nonmembers.

Staying Young Through Exercise: Participants will learn the biophysical advantages of engaging in an exercise routine that can delay and reduce the feelings of aging, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 8 in Room 1. Presenter Susie Duttge also will offer nutrition information that can help participants avoid weight gain with age. There is a fee of $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers.

Women of Wisdom and Power: "Women of Wisdom and Power" is a trilogy of one-hour specials that feature wisdom from some of today's most influential thinkers and best-selling authors, including Jane Goodall, Gloria Steinem, Shirley Maclaine, Lynne Twist, Gail Sheehy and others. The series is being shown and discussed on three nights.

The first part has already been shown. Part two, "Ageless Beauty," will be shown from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 13, Room 2. Part three, "The Power Within," will be shown from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 4, Room 2.

The suggested donation is $5.

Holiday Decorating on a Budget: Discover creative decorating ideas for the holiday season, including decorations for trees, banisters, shelves and more -- all on a budget -- from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 15 in Room 1. Jana Smith will present. There is a fee of $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers.

Book Discussion: Read "The Road Less Traveled: A New Psychology of Love, Traditional Values and Spiritual Growth," by Scott Peck, and attend a discussion 7 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 27 in Room 2. Diana Quinn will facilitate. The suggested donation is $5.

Wine and Cheese Party: Celebrate the holiday season and taste five different wines, cheeses and appetizers from 7 to 9 p.m. Dec. 5 at Parkview Gourmet, 524 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Spouses and friends are welcome. A minimum of 25 people are needed for this event. Sign-up is required by Dec. 1. There is a cost of $25 per person.

For more information, call (847) 816-1380. To register, e-mail programs@tthecenterforwomennfp.org.