Northwest 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.

Feb. 6Chinese New Year Cooking Class: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Cooking instructor Ying Stoller will demonstrate and prepare tomato egg drop soup, chicken stir fry and rice. Tasting and recipes are included. $3 tasting fee. Registration required. Call (847) 438-3433, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or visit eapl.org.Streets of Fury: Registration opens 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, Barnaby's Family Inn Restaurant, Schaumburg. Wheels Rallye Team hosts a short two-hour qimmick road ralley. $5. For information, Dennis, (847) 446-2904 or wheelsrallyeteam.com.Feb. 7Russian Jeopardy Club: 12:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 7, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Play the famous game in teams in Russian language. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Superbowl party: 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 7, 94th Aero Squadron Restaurant, 1070 S. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling. For information, call (847) 604-3446. (847) 459-3700.Feb. 8New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 8, 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.Feb. 9Rosa Parks: 2-3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Discuss the life and times of Rosa Parks, a pioneer for the beginning of the Civil Rights Movement. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Super-Couponing Swap: 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Trade coupons, spend time with other coupon lovers and share stories of great deals. (847) 459-4100 or www.indiantrailslibrary.org."The Week in Review and You": 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 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.Feb. 10Surviving the Loss of a Spouse: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10, 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, Feb. 10, Des Plaines Elks Club, 495 Lee St., Des Plaines. Free coffee and soda with $500 coverall and bonanza. Public is invited.A Night at the Oscars: 7-8:15 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Author and film historian Raymond Benson will lead a discussion of this year's Oscar nominations, present insights on the Academy's history, entertain with Oscar trivia, and encourage participants to debate and vote on possible winners. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Laughter therapy: The Elgin Area Women's Connection will meet for lunch from noon to 1:30 p.m. Feb. 10, at the Villa Olivia Country Club, Route 20 in Bartlett. Come and enjoy Rite Lopienski, social worker at Bartlett's Victory Center, as she introduces us to Laughter Therapy. Enjoy a delicious lunch and an inspirational talk, "Hope Restored" by Missie Pearson, mother of three. For reservations, call Penni at (847) 524-5112 or Carolyn at (630) 213-1205 or e-mail Car644@gmail.com by Monday, Feb. 8. Cost for luncheon meeting is $15 inclusive, with complimentary child care.Feb. 11"The Hurt Locker": 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Screening of Director Kathryn Bigelow's 2009 film "The Hurt Locker" (R; 131 minutes). To register, visit mppl.org/events, stop by the library, or call (847) 253-5675.That Sweepstaking' Gal: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. That Sweepstaking' Gal will share her experiences and ideas on successful sweepstaking. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 167 or palatinelibrary.org.Live, 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.Washington and Lincoln-What Made Them Great: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, Prospect Highes Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. Learn about Washington and Lincoln, two presidents considered to be the best, at two critical points in U.S. history. Historian and bibliophile William B. Haase leads and in-depth discussion of what each "brought to the table: to make them so effective. Register at (847) 259-3500, ext. 35 or phpl.info. Walking tour of Woodstock: Meet 7:30 a. m. Thursday, Feb. 11, at the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson St., to take Metra to Woodstock for a guided walking tour of its downtown. Part of the history center's Historic Adventures program series. Coast is $5 plus lunch. Reservations required, (847) 391-5399.Raise a Money Smart Child: 708 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, Cumberland Terrace Fieldhouse, 448 S. Warrington Road. Des Plaines. Seminar for parents conducted by a licensed financial adviser from Edward Jones. $15-$19. (847) 391-5700 or desplainesparks.org. Sweet Treats for Valentines: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, Staty Fit, 127 W. Prospect Ave., Mount Prospect. Sample chocolate treats, learn about the benefits of chocolate, raffle, complimentary chair and foot massage, and additional pampering services including eyebrow threading, manicures and more. (847) STAY FIT or rsvp@stayfitpt.com."Love After Loss-Companionship, Dating, and Intimate Relationships": 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, Midwest Palliative Hospice CareCenter, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview. Free workshop address challenges related to finding companionship and developing relationships after the loss of a loved one. For information or to register, (847) 730-1290.Feb. 12Alaska-The Last Frontier: 1-2:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12, Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm St. District 213 Community Education travel manager Linda Kerr discuss the history and culture of the "Land of the Midnight Sun." Register by calling, (847) 259-3500, ext. 35 or phpl.info.Feb. 13Valentine's Dinner: 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, Christ Community Mennonite Church, 888 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Special guest speakers are Michael and Rebecca Zeehr of Ohio. Meal and program is $20. Benefits youth programs. For reservations, call Janice, (847) 985-0178 or janiceropp@comcast.net. Sweetheart Dinner Dance: 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, American Legion, 121 N. Douglas, Arlington Heights. Treat your valentine to a special evening and enjoy a steak or chicken dinner followed by dancing to The Big Band. $17 per person in advance; $20 at the door. Call Post 208 at (847) 253-6632. Delightful Dining: 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20, BlackFinn American Saloon, 16 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville. Reservations to Brooke at (630) 588-8289 or brooke@delightfuldining.com before Saturday, Feb. 13.Feb. 16PIETA: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16, 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.Feb. 18To Be Joyful Again: 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, 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.Feb. 21Drumming Circle: 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21, Christ Community Mennonite Church, 888 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Registered music therapist Rita Lopienski, leads the circle. Learn about the history of African drums, how they are used in their culture and religious events and how they are used currently for self expression, spirituality, creativity and stress reduction. (847) 895-3676 or christcommunitymennonite.org.Feb. 23Phoenix Group: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 23, 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.Feb. 24Jump-Start Your Job Search: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Free program featuring library resources that are available for all job hunters. Topics include free resources for writing a resume, preparing for a job interview, organizing your job hunt and more. Q A session is included. (847) 259-6060.Comfort Soups and Sauces: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Dave Esau of Dave's Specialty Foods in Mount Prospect demonstrates soups and sauces that are sure to warm you up. Call (847) 358-5881, ext. 167 or palatinelibrary.org.Feb. 25Mourning Circle: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, 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.Feb. 26Delightful Dining: 6 p.m. Saturday, March 6, Ballydoyle, 5157 Main St., Downers Grove. Reservations to Brooke at (630) 588-8289 or brooke@delightfuldining.com before Friday, Feb. 26.March 2Drop-in Scrabble: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 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.March 4Adult social Scrabble: 1:30-3 p.m. Thursday, March 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, March 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.March 11Chicago Flower and Garden Show: 8:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Thursday, March 11, Navy Pier, Chicago. Bus departs from the Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. $32 includes bus transportation and admission. To register, (847) 923-3347.March 12Delightful Dining: 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 19, Sogno di Barrella, 100 N. Hale St., Wheaton. Reservations to Brooke at (630) 588-8289 or brooke@delightfuldining.com before Friday, March 12.April 3Delightful Dining: 6 p.m. Saturday, April 10, Costa's, 1S130 Summit Ave., Oakbrook Terrace. Reservations to Brooke at (630) 588-8289 or brooke@delightfuldining.com before Saturday April 3.April 16 Delightful Dining: Friday, April 23, Kiku's Japanese Steakhouse, 2764 Aurora Ave., Naperville. Reservations to Brooke at (630) 588-8289 or brooke@delightfuldining.com before Friday, April 16.Reunions:bull; Siena High School all-class reunion: 11 a.m. Saturday, April 17, at the former school (now Catalyst School/Circle Urban Ministries) 5600 W. Washington Blvd., Chicago. The reunion committee is searching for alumnae from all classes. Send contact information about alumnae to Siena All-Class Reunion, P.O. Box 721073, Roselle, IL, 60172, as soon as possible. bull; 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.