Northwest Suburban 50 plus

Events that specify they are for those who are over age 50, including trips, classes, support programs, fitness and lectures. Deadline is two weeks before event date.

BACOA Income Tax Assistance: Barrington Area Council on Aging is offering the AARP Tax Assistance Program. Trained AARP volunteers will assist seniors with their taxes at the BACOA office in the Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 200. Appointments are offered on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from Friday, Feb. 5 through Tuesday, April 13. Assistance is by appointment only and is limited to seniors over 55 with income below $60,000 and to disabled persons of any age. For appointments, call (847) 381-5030.

Northwest Culture Bus: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. alternating Wednesdays from Jan. 13-March 24. The winter session of the North/Northwest Culture Bus, sponsored by the Barrington Area Council on Aging and CJE-Senior Life provides a series of cultural outings designed for people experiencing early memory loss. For information, call Bonnie, (847) 852-3890 or (847) 382-7059 or Judy, (847) 492-1400.

Free Tax Service: By appointment 9 a.m.-noon Wednesdays and Fridays Feb. 3-April 14, Elk Grove Sheila Ray Adult Center, 225 E. Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove Village. Seniors ages 60 and over and those with low to moderate incomes can sign up to have their 20009 federal and state income tax returns prepared by volunteers from the IRS-AARP Tax Aide Service. For information or to schedule an appointment, call (847) 364-7224.

Tax Help for Seniors: By appointment Monday and Friday mornings from Feb. 15-April 12, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. IRS-trained AARP tax aides help seniors ages 60 and older and the disabled with free tax counseling. Appointment times are 9:15 a.m., 10:15 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. Call (847) 392-0100 pr register in person at the Reception desk on the second floor of the library.

Free Senior Tax assistance: By appointment only 9 a.m.-noon Tuesdays or noon-3 p.m. Fridays, beginning Tuesday, Feb. 2, Palatine Township Senior Center, 505 S. Quentin Road. Income tax assistance for Palatine Township seniors ages 60 and over. Call (847) 991-1112 to meet with an AARP tax volunteer counselor or for information.

Memory screenings: As-needed basis, Prairieview Building at The Garlands of Barrington, 6000 Garlands Lane, suite 100, Barrington. The Barrington Area Council on Aging is offering free memory screenings designed to promote early detection and intervention for those concerned about memory loss. Each screening takes about 10-15 minutes. To schedule an appointment, call (847) 852-3890.

Northern Illinois Men's Senior Baseball League: The Northern Illinois Men's Senior Baseball League is seeking players, who will be 45 or older in 2010, interested in possibly playing baseball next year. Play is on Sundays from May-August. For information, (847) 772-0554 or lawdrl990@yahoo.com.

Walking Club for Seniors: Join the Palatine Township Senior Citizens Council's Winter Walking Club. Interested participants should pick up a walking form at the Palatine Township Senior Center office, 505 S. Quentin Road. Forms should be returned before April 10. For information, (847) 991-1112.

Senior health insurance help available: By appointment, Palatine Township Senior Center, 505 S. Quentin Road, Palatine. The Senior Health Insurance Program counselors are ready to help you with your health insurance needs, questions or problems. Counselors are able to assist with questions or problems regarding Medicare A and B, Supplement Policies, Medicaid, Prescription Drug Plans, Long Term Care, Medicare Advantage plans, eligibility for entitlement programs, appeals, grievances and more. Office hours available but appointments are required. Call Megan, (847) 991-1112, ext. 224.

Feb. 1Lunch for Seniors: 11:30 a.m. Monday, Feb 1.-Friday, Feb. 5, Palatine Township Senior Citizens Center, 505 S. Quentin Road, Palatine. Medals for adults over the age of 50. Suggested donation is $2.50. Includes an entree, two or three sides and beverages. Reservations requested, call (847) 991-1112, ext. 227.Walking Club: Meets 9 a.m. Monday-Friday, weather permitting, High Point Park parking lot, Hoffman Estates. Free. heparks.org.Pocket Pool Group: 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday, CCIA Senior Center, 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. Free. (847) 885-7500.Senior lunch and activities: Monday, Feb. 1, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo, soup day. Lunch $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Senior Activity and Lunch program: Doors open 10:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 1, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. Bingo, lunch, program on reminiscences of romance, love and marriage. Wear red to celebrate National Heart Month and bring in a special Valentine card or wedding pictures to share. $5. Reservations to (847) 381-5030. AARP Safe Driving class: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 1 and Tuesday, Feb. 2, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Fee applies. To register, (847) 253-5532.AARP Safe Driving class: 5:30-9:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 1 and Wednesday, Feb. 3, Wheeling Township Center, 1616 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Fee applies. To register, (847) 259-7730.Feb. 2Run-A-Bouts senior events: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, Hanover Park Community Center, 1919 Walnut Ave. Weekly games, contests, meal or events. Yearly activity fee is $20. For information, call (630) 837-2468 or hpparks.org. Volleyball: 1-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, CCIA Senior Center, 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. $1 drop-in fee. (847) 885-7500 or hepark.org.Senior lunch and activities: Tuesday, Feb. 2, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo, exercise. $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Senior Activity and Lunch program: Doors open 10:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 8, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. Bingo, lunch, Valentine's Day Party with entertainment by Robbie S. Malkowski of "Heartfelt Tunes." $8. Reservations to (847) 381-5030 before Tuesday, Feb. 2.Medicare counseling: By appointment Tuesday, Feb. 2 and 16, The Center of Concern, 1580 N. Northwest Highway, #310, Park Ridge. (847) 823-0453 weekdays from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Employment counseling: By appointment Tuesday, Feb. 2 and Wednesday Feb. 3, The Center of Concern, 1580 N. Northwest Highway, #310, Park Ridge. (847) 823-0453 weekdays from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Fitness with Hawaiian Dance and Zumba Gold: 8:30 a.m. Feb. 2, 9, 16, and 23, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. To register, (630) 213-0100.Jewelry fundraiser: Noon-4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Sharon Sigale of Gold Luck Company sells all types of jewelry to benefit resident programs. (630) 213-0100.Piano recital: 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Phyllis Muhling presents a piano recital and sing along. Free, to register, (630) 213-0100.Feb. 3Card/Games Group: 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 3, CCIA Senior Center, 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. Free. (847) 885-7500.Senior lunch and activities: Wednesday, Feb. 3, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo, health clinic. $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Free blood pressure screening: 10 a.m.-noon Wednesday, Feb. 3, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Patient Resource Center, 8820 W. Dempster St., Niles. No appointment necessary. Call (847) 723-7277.All Shook Up: 10 a.m.-noon Wednesday, Feb. 3, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Daily Herald movie critic Dann Gire discusses the most influential movies to feature rock 'n' roll. Includes clips from features such as King Creole, Beach Party, The Buddy Holly Story, the Doors and more. $15. A program of the Lifelong Learning Institute of Harper College. For adults 55 and over. To register, (847) 925-6300.Feb. 4Acting for Seniors: 1-2:30 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 4-April 22, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 West Central Road, Arlington Heights. Students will work on improvisation a la Second City and will work from scripts don't worry about memorizing). Register in advance. $35 per student. Call (847) 253-5532.Senior lunch and activities: Thursday, Feb. 4, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo. $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Cross Country Skiing: 9 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, meet at the CCIA Senior Center, 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estate for a trip to Camp Sagawau, Lemont. $26-$28 includes rental of skis, poles, boots and lesson. Lunch not included in price. Register at the CCIA service desk or at heparks.org. BACOA lunch: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, Greencastle of Barrington, 445 E. Main St., Barrington. All Barrington-area seniors are invited to attend the Thursday lunch program and senior social following. $5. Registration is required, call (847) 381-5030. Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meet 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 7, Arboretum in South Barrington for bowling and Bocce Ball. Call (847) 289-4420 to RSVP before Thursday, Feb. 4.Movie Outing Group: Meet Thursday, Feb. 4, AMC South Barrington 30, in the lobby, to screen "Extraordinary Measures" staring Harrison Ford. Movie begins at 10:50 a.m. Group lunches and discusses the movie at a local restaurant after viewing. Must register, call (847) 885-7500.Feb. 5Volleyball: 10-11:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 5, CCIA Senior Center, 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. $1 drop-in fee. (847) 885-7500 or hepark.org.Senior lunch and activities: Friday, Feb. 5, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo. $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meet 5:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5, for TGIF at Oak Alley Pub and Pizza, Palatine. Call (847) 289-4420 to RSVP or for information. Happy hour celebration: 3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Featuring piano music by resident Paul Bollinger. Free, to register, (630) 213-0100. Mother Nature's Wonders: 2-4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5, Buffalo Grove Park District, 530 Bernard Drive. Bill Helmut reveals Mother Nature's best, a "best of" list of places he has visited including deserts, islands, canyons, mountains, rivers, lakes, forests, glaciers, oceans and more. $15 A program of the Lifelong Learning Institute of Harper College. For adults 55 and over. To register, (847) 925-6300.Feb. 6A Historical Look at Illinois: 9-11 a.m. Saturdays Feb. 6 and 13, Garlands in Barrington. Join Harper professor Jim Edstrom for an engaging look at Illinois history. Learn fascinating facets of Illinois history from the time before the arrival of Europeans to present day. $20. A program of the Lifelong Learning Institute of Harper College. For adults 55 and over. To register, (847) 925-6300.AARP Safe Driving class: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, Feb. 6 and 13, village of Morton Grove, 6140 Dempster St., Morton Grove. Fee applies. To register, (847) 470-5223.Senior lunch and activities: Saturday, Feb. 6, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Special Council meets for lunch. (847) 524-7496.Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meet 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, in the lobby at Prairie Lake Theatre, 515 E. Thacker St., Des Plaines to see the show "I Hate Hamlet." $18. Call (847) 289-4420 to RSVP or for information. Life After Fifty Five Group: Saturday, Feb. 6, Beth Tikvah Congregation, 300 Hillcrest Blvd., Hoffman Estates. Game Night, bring a game you'd like to play. Call Leora Mager, (847) 359-0439.Feb. 7Super Bowl party: 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 7, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Watch the game of the big screen, pizza, popcorn and beverages. To register, (630) 213-0100.Feb. 8Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meets 6 p.m. Monday, Feb 8, Russell's, 2885 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Call (847) 289-4420.Senior lunch and activities: Monday, Feb. 8, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo, talk on nutrition. $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Alzheimer's Caregivers support group: 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 8, The Center of Concern, 1580 N. Northwest Highway, #310, Park Ridge. (847) 823-0453 weekdays from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Sociable Singles 50+ Group: Meet 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 8, Russell's Barbecue on Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Meet for dinner and to plan the March calendar. (847) 289-4420 to RSVP or for information. AARP Safe Driving class: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 8 and Tuesday, Feb. 9, Leyden Township Senior Center, 2601 Mannheim Road, Franklin Park. Fee applies. To register, (847) 455-8616.AARP Safe Driving class: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 8 and Tuesday, Feb. 9, Northbrook Senior Center, 3323 Walkers Ave., Northbrook. Fee applies. To register, (847) 291-2988.Feb. 9Income tax preparation: By appointment Tuesday, Feb. 9, Thursday, Feb. 11 and Saturday, Feb. 13, The Center of Concern, 1580 N. Northwest Highway, #310, Park Ridge. (847) 823-0453 weekdays from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Wheeling Township Senior Scene: 10 -11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, Wheeling Township Center, 1616 N Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Program: "Mutual Fund Selection" by Jack Muldoon, alum of DePaul University and Harvard Graduate School of Business. Call (847) 259-7730 to reserve a space.Senior lunch and activities: Tuesday, Feb. 9, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo, soup day, TV game on food, exercise. $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Feb. 10Grief and Loss support group: Wednesdays, Feb. 10 and 24, The Center of Concern, 1580 N. Northwest Highway, #310, Park Ridge. Call first, (847) 823-0453 weekdays from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Senior lunch and activities: Wednesday, Feb. 10, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo, Free lunch if you attend the program. (847) 524-7496.The Healthy Gourmet: Noon-2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10, Pina's Culinary Experience, Roselle. Join chefs Pina and Edward for a unique culinary experience to encourage healthy eating and correct meal preparation. Incorporate fresh ingredients and rich flavors to please the palate. A program of the Lifelong Learning Institute of Harper College. For adults 55 and over. $55. To register, (847) 925-6300.Elmhurst Pointe Speakers' Series: 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10, 111 W. Third St., Elmhurst. Debra De Francesco of Coldwell Banker presents, "The Spring Market Will Blossom Before the Tulips." Light refreshments. RSVP to Carole, (630) 424-9222.Senior Dog Sledding trip: 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, bus departs from the Palatine Township Senior Center, 505 S. Quentin Road, for a trip to go dog sledding in Malone, Wis. See and hear about dog sledding history, help harness a team and enjoy a ride in the sled. Includes brunch. $44. Registration deadline is Wednesday, Feb. 10. Register at,(847) 991-1112.Feb. 11Senior lunch and activities: Thursday, Feb. 11, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo, cards. $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.The Coming of The Civil War: 10 a.m.-noon Thursday, Feb. 11, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road. Joyce Haworth examines in-depth the issues that brought about the Civil War; the challenges of the South, the newly industrializing North and the plight of the slaves. A program of the Lifelong Learning Institute of Harper College. For adults 55 and over. $20. To register, (847) 925-6300.Feb. 12Senior lunch and activities: Friday, Feb. 12, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo. $3-$3.25. (847) 524-7496.Feb. 13Senior lunch and activities: Saturday, Feb. 13, Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. Schaumburg Township seniors enjoy a nutritious lunch, fellowship, Bingo, Valentine's Party. $5. (847) 524-7496.Legal counseling: By appointment Saturday, Feb. 13 and 27, The Center of Concern, 1580 N. Northwest Highway, #310, Park Ridge. (847) 823-0453 weekdays from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Feb. 15Senior San Antonio trip: April 10-18. Join the Palatine Township Senior Center for a motor coach trip to San Antonio, Texas. Includes a guided tour of San Antonio and the scenic river cruise. Four nights will be spent in San Antonio and there will be lots of walking. $725 for double occupancy. Register before Monday Feb. 15 at the senior center, 505 S. Quentin Road, Palatine, or call (847) 991-1112 for information.Feb. 16Senior Tea on Tuesdays: 3-4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Features books, sharing and refreshments. Bring a book you've enjoyed - on any topic - and tell the group about it. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 166 or palatinelibrary.org.Feb. 1750 + Lifestyle Forum: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 17, CCIA Senior Center and Arcade, 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. Wellness and nutrition workshops, exercise seminars, raffles, more. $5. For a schedule of events or to register visit the CCIA service desk; call (847) 885-7500 or visit heparks.org.Feb. 19Advocate Lutheran General Hospital's Senior Breakfast Club: 8:30-10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 19, Old Country Buffet, 8780 W. Dempster St., Park Ridge. Physical therapists from Advocate Lutheran General Hospital rehabilitation department discuss fall prevention and dizziness in adults when they present, "Over 50 and Fall Free." Continental breakfast served. Must RSVP to (800)-323-8622 or advocatehealth.com/lutheran and enter code 8S12.Feb. 22Senior Activity and Lunch program: Doors open 10:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 22, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. Bingo, lunch with the Grove Avenue third-graders. February birthdays celebrated. $5. Reservations to (847) 381-5030.New grandparents workshop: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 22, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, 1775 Dempster St., Park Ridge. Three-hour workshop aimed at new grandparents discusses current childbirth and parenting practices including child care and feeding philosophies. Share ideas, ask questions, more. $30. Register at (800) 323-8622 or advocatehealth.com with code 8B01.Feb. 27Blood sugar and pressure testing: 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Feb. 27, The Center of Concern, 1580 N. Northwest Highway, #310, Park Ridge. Call, (847) 823-0453 weekdays from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.OngoingSociable Singles 50+ Group: Meetings held at 6 p.m., second Monday of each month at Russell's Barbecue, 2885 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. Meet new friends for weekly events including dinners, plays, walks, sports and travel. Call the hotline (847) 289-4420 for more information.Aqua Arthritis: 10:15-11 a.m. and 5:45-6:30 p.m. Mondays, 10-10:45 a.m. Tuesdays, 5:45-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, and 10-10:45 a.m. and 11-11:45 a.m. Thursdays, Buffalo Grove Fitness Center 601 West Deerfield Parkway, Buffalo Grove. A Certified Arthritis Foundation Instructor will lead exercises designed to increase strength in muscles and joints. Attend per class or register for an eight-week session. Classes begin the week of Aug. 24. Registration is required. Call (847) 353-7526.