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.

Lord, Change My Attitude: A new Women of the Word Bible study, starting Thursday mornings in January at Barrington United Methodist Church, 98 Algonquin Road in Barrington. All are welcome. For information, (847) 836-5540 or BarringtonUMC.com

Jan. 11New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 11, 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. $3 per meeting. For a listing of monthly events e-mail newbeginnings@aol.com or call (630) 307-0095 or (847) 965-8072.Mars-Missions and Mysteries: 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 11, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. James Kovac, NAA/JPL Solar System Ambassador, discusses Mars and its intriguing mysteries. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 167 or palatinelibrary.org.Jan. 12eBay 101-selling basics: 6:30-8:15 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Fun and informative program by eBay University instructor Jack Waddick. To register, call (847) 358-5881, ext. 167 or palatinelibrary.org. Super-Couponing Swap: 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Trade coupons, spend time with other coupon lovers and share stories of great deals. The second and firth Tuesday of each month. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Spruce Up Your Space: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. Latest home design and trends and learn money-saving tips from interior designer and fashion editor Susan Pantaleo. Free, register at (847) 392-0100 or ahml.info. Wine 102: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, S S Wine and Spirit Warehouse, 830 S. Milwaukee, Ave., Lib. Learn about and taste the Old World wines of France and Italy as well as the New World Classics of Argentina, Australia and California. $35 includes a bottle of wine. (847) 549-6900 or wineandspiritwarehouse.com.Jan. 13Surviving the Loss of a Spouse: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 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.orgBingo: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, Des Plaines Elks Club, 495 Lee St., Des Plaines. Free coffee and soda with $500 coverall and bonanza. Public is invited.Adult laughter club: 10-11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Program combines laughter, gentle stretching exercises and talking about good-hearted living. To register, call Gwenyth, (847) 358-5881, ext. 108 or palatinelibrary.org. Meditation With Om Johari: 12:15-1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Meditate at the library with Om Johari and learn relaxation techniques and breathing tips. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Investment seminar: 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, Cumberland Terrace, 426 S. Warrington, Des Plaines. "Finding Balance in Your Budget" with licensed financial adviser Nancy Reiser. Learn about the importance of managing credit and debt, setting personal financial goals, and creating a financial blueprint for retirement. $15-$19. (847) 391-5700 or desplainesparks.org.Two for the Road: 6:30 p.m. Jan. 13, Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Discussion of the 1967 film "Two for the Road" (111 minutes-not rated). To register, (847) 253-5675 or mppl.org/events.Jan. 14Hitchcock Films-Master of Suspense: 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton. Ave. Dann and Raymond's Movie Club features Alfred Hitchcock movies. Free. Register at (847) 392-0100 or ahml.info. "Julie Julia": 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Screening of the 2009 movie 'Julie Julia," staring Meryl Streep and Amy Adams, (PG-13, 123 minutes). To register, (847) 253-5675 or mppl.org/events.Jan. 16Winter Wonderland Dance: 8-11 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, Hughes Center at St. Matthew's Church, 1101 E. Schaumburg Road. Dancing, refreshments, bring a snack to share. Music by DJ Paul. $8, all welcome. For information, call Joan, (847) 397-9643.Jan. 17Games for Grownups: 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 17, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Adults and high school students of all skill levels can play chess, strategy games, party games, board games and more. Chess lovers can join Renaissance Knights Foundation chess instructor Robert Krause for tips or a challenging opponent. No registration required. Call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.Jan. 18Understanding Your Credit Report: 4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18, Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. An expert from Money Management International provides a briefing on credit reports and answers questions from the audience. Register at (847) 253-5675 or mppl.org/events.Jan. 19PIETA: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 19, 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."The Week in Review and You": 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 19 and 26; Feb. 2, 9, 15, 23 and March 2, Congregation Beth Judea, Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. Rabbi Robert Gamer explores the headlines from a Jewish perspective. To register, (847) 634-0777.Jan. 21To Be Joyful Again: 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 21, 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.Jan. 22Ain't Wii Got Fun?: 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 22, Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood St. Wii bowling for adults. Register at (847) 827-5515 or dppl.org.Jan. 26Phoenix Group: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26, 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.eBay Advanced selling: 6:30-8:15 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. eBay university instructor Jack Waddick demonstrates the advanced tools, tips and strategies used by some of eBay's most successful sellers. To register, call (847) 358-5771, ext. 167 or palatinelibrary.org.Jan. 27Meditation With Om Johari: 12:15-1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Meditate at the library with Om Johari and learn relaxation techniques and breathing tips. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Cooking with Dave: 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, Friendship Park Conservatory, 395 Algonquin Road, Des Plaines. Dave Esau of Dave's Specialty Foods will prepare and share his recipes for four ethnic stews from France, Hungary, Puerto Rico and Italy. $20-$25. Space limited, register at (847) 298-3500 or mppd.org.Jan. 28Mourning Circle: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, 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.Jan. 30eBay Shopping Made Easy: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 30, Rolling Meadows Public Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Join Vivienne Porter to learn how to find you way to bye best bargains on eBay. Learn the ins and outs of this online shopping experience. (847) 259-6055 or rmlib.org.Feb. 2Drop-in Scrabble: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, 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.Feb. 4Adult social Scrabble: 1:30-3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Library supplies the boards and a Scrabble dictionary. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 132 or palatinelibrary.org. Adult social Scrabble: 1:30-3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Library supplies the boards and a Scrabble dictionary. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 132 or palatinelibrary.org.Feb. 11Live, Laugh and Love Adult Storytime: Noon Thursday, Feb. 11, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows. A special Valentine's Day storytime for adults. Share some wild stories about love found and love lost. Registration is limited. For registration or information, call (847) 259-6050.Reunionsbull; Elmwood Park High School Class of 1960: Reunion planned for Sept. 24 and 25, 2010, Sheraton Gateway suites, Chicago O'Hare. Contact Herb Hellstrom, (815) 344-9042 or cardood@comcast.net. bull; 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.