NW suburban religion notes
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Sept. 25
Drumming circle: Celebrate Native American Day and Active Aging Week with the Drumming Circle led by music therapist Rita Lopienski at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 25, at Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Learn about the history of drums and how they are used in other cultures, and experience first hand the therapeutic benefits of playing them, such as stress reduction, self expression and spirituality. Free. Reservations are encouraged. For details, contact (630) 213-0100 or rlopienski@pathwaysl.com.
Electronics recycling: First Congregational United Church of Christ of Des Plaines will host two electronics recycling drop-off sessions to help offset the cost of sending several church members to New Orleans this fall to aid Hurricane Katrina rebuilding efforts. The community is encouraged to drop off unwanted electronics at the church, 766 Graceland Ave., from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 25. The minimum recycling donation is $10. Accepted items include personal computer systems, keyboards, mice, power cords, monitors, speakers, printers and scanners. Televisions made by Sony, LG, Goldstar and Zenith also will be accepted. (847) 299-5561.
Game night: The public is invited to join members of North Northfield United Methodist Church in Northbrook for fellowship, snacks and games from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25. Group and board games will be played during this informal gathering. The food will include baked potatoes with toppings, as well as desserts, snacks, and refreshments. There is no admission charge for the event, which will be held at the church, Sanders and Dundee roads. (847) 272-2250 or northnorthfield.org.
Sept. 26
Marriage Encounter: A Marriage Encounter Weekend will be held Sept. 26-27 at Holy Family Parish, 2515 W. Palatine Road, Inverness. The schedule is 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, including Mass. For registration, call (847) 359-0042 or (847) 907-3441. holyfamilyparish.org.
Harvest fest: Immanuel United Church of Christ, 451 W. North Ave., Bartlett, will host its second annual Harvest Fest Saturday, Sept. 26, with food catered by Fay's Chicken & Chop BBQ. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the fest. Drive-through also be will available. For details, call (630) 289-1320.
Blessing of the Animals: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 119 W. Wise Road, Schaumburg, will have a Blessing of the Animals service beginning at 3 p.m. and blessing service at 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26. All are welcome. For details, call (847) 895-8877. In addition, there will be a book sale Sept. 25-27.
Fall festival: The fifth annual Fall Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at Christ Lutheran Church, 41 S. Rohlwing Road in Palatine. The fest will feature live music, carnival games with prizes, crafts, raffles, a Baggo tournament and refreshments. There will be a chicken wing cook-off, chili cook-off, brats, pizza, and baked goods. (847) 358-4600.
Buddhist tradition: Gilbert Gutierrez, Dharma Heir in the Chan Buddhist tradition, will visit Mount Prospect. Schedule includes: "Meditation ABCs" from 9:30 a.m.-noon and "How to Change Your Environment - Fundamentals of Chan" from 3-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26; "Lessons for (Seasoned) Chan Practitioners, as inspired by Master Xu Yun," from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27. All events are free and take place at 1234 N. River Road, Mount Prospect. For details, visit ddmbachicago.org.
Women's conference: On Saturday, Sept. 26, women across North America will fill hundreds of auditoriums, church sanctuaries and halls to hear an inspirational lineup of speaking and musical talent live via satellite on Church Communication Network. In conjunction with CCN and the American Association of Christian Counselors, Living Hope Church brings "Extraordinary Women 2009: Free to be Real" to Elk Grove Village, from 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26. Registration is available via walk-in registration at Living Hope Church, 777 Meacham Road, Elk Grove Village. Parking is provided in the church lot and in the adjacent Walmart lot. Tickets cost $35 per person without lunch, $40 with lunch. Visit lhconline.org to print out a registration form, or call (847) 985-6446 for more information.
Ransom Royale: Our Lady of Ransom Parish, 8300 Greenwood Ave. in Niles, will host a casino night from 6 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26. Tickets cost $10 in advance or $15 at the door, and are available after all Masses or at the Ministry Center. Winnings can be cashed in for prizes. For information, call (847) 823-2550.
Sept. 27
Blessing of Animals: Immanuel United Church of Christ's 9:30 a.m. service on Sunday, Sept. 27, will include "A Blessing of the Animals," led by the Rev. Susan Tyrrel. Friendly, well-behaved animals are welcome. Animals that are not caged must be tagged. Those whose animals are nervous, aggressive, or unable to come are encouraged to bring a photo instead. Bring appropriate cleanup products, if needed. Immanuel United Church of Christ is located on 415 W. North Ave. in Bartlett. (630) 289-1320 or ourchurch.com/member/u/ucc_bartlett.
Sukkot: Registration ends Sunday, Sept. 27, for Ha Mishkan David's Feast of Sukkot/Tabernacles at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at the Lighthouse Church, 325 S. Street, Elgin. Call for more information at (847) 464-5477. Registrations taken by phone or e-mail. Fee is $10 for adults, free for children. Bring a kosher dish. hamishkandavid.org.
Anniversary celebration: Grace Lutheran Church, 780 S. Bartlett Road, Streamwood, will have its 50th anniversary celebration service at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27, in the sanctuary.
High holiday: Congregation Shirat Shalom will hold a Kol Nidre service at 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27. Yom Kippur services will begin at 9 a.m. Monday, Sept. 28. High Holiday ticket purchases can be applied toward membership. For this year, ticket prices are: single $100, couple $150, and family $200. (847) 695-6246, e-mail shiratsh@comcast.net, or visit CongregationShiratShalom.org.
Holy days: Congregation Kneseth Israel, 330 Division St., Elgin, announces its schedule of services for the upcoming observance of the High Holy Days for year 5770 in the Hebrew calendar. Services for Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, will be at 6:15 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27, and at 9 a.m. Monday, Sept. 28, with Yizkor prayers said at approximately 11:45 a.m. Children's services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday. A break of the fast will follow the concluding Yom Kippur service, which begins at 4:45 p.m. Sept. 28. Tickets are required for admission. For details on tickets or CKI membership, call (847) 741-5656.
Fall festival: Community Church of Barrington, 407 S Grove Ave., is hosting its annual Fall Festival and Rally Day Sunday Sept. 27. Come and join for worship at 10 a.m., festival will begin at about 11:30 a.m. Fun will include games, raffles, food, and prizes.
High Holy Days: Anshe Tikvah will celebrate High Holy Days at Stevenson High School Performing Art Center in Lincolnshire. All services will be sign language interpreted. Services will feature cantor Rob Jury and choir members from Chicago Symphony Choir. Services are: Kol Nidre at 8 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27; Yom Kippur at 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 28; Young Family Service at 2:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28. The Young Family Service is open to the community. For tickets, call (847) 917-7726. www.anshetikvah.org.
Concert: Music from the Heart will be presented at Faith Lutheran Church, 431 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights, at 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27. Jim and Alex Strobel will play classical to contemporary music on keyboard and guitar. Freewill donation. (847) 253-4839.
Guest speaker: The Rev. Brenda Kitchka, chaplain with Midwest Palliative Care and Hospice, will speak on "Prayer" at 10:30 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 27, at Congregational United Church of Christ, 1001 W. Kirchoff, Arlington Heights. School-age children will participate in church school during the worship time. Nursery and child care are available for infants and toddlers. CongUCC.org or (847) 392-6650.
Adult education: Lutheran Church of the Cross, 2025 S. Goebbert Road, Arlington Heights, will offer "The History of God" at 10:15 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 27. Originally aired on the History Channel, this three-part DVD traces man's understanding of God throughout the ages. For details, call (847) 437-5141 or visit www.sharegodslove.org.
Zen and the Art of Piano Music: Will Tuttle, a pianist, composer, educator, and author based in Northern California, will be at Unity Northwest Church at 259 E. Central Road, Des Plaines, Sunday, Sept. 27, and Monday, Sept. 28. A former Zen monk and philosophy professor, Dr. Tuttle has performed and lectured widely throughout North America and Europe. Tuttle's Monday workshop, at 7 p.m., "Opening The Intuitive Gate," an exploration of "the inner realms of intuitive imagery, opens doors into the art of meditative listening and transmits healing energy, peace, and joy into the world." The Sunday evening piano concert, at 7 p.m., "Concert For A New World," will be an inspiring and uplifting instrumental prayer for world peace and for celebrating the beauty of the earth and the potential of the human spirit. He will also perform two solo piano pieces at the church's 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. services, as well as presenting the meditation and the morning message, "Awakening Your Inner Genius." Appointments are also available early in the week for individuals or couples who would like to have their own personalized music and art portraits done. The workshop and concert are free, though an offering will be collected at each. For information, call (847) 297-0997.
Mission trip: St. Peter Lutheran Church's youth and outreach ministries are teaming up to serve the people of New Orleans. A group will head to Camp Restore in New Orleans March 20-27 to help those who have been forgotten. Families and youth are invited to attend an informational meeting on the trip from noon to 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27, in Bartz Hall at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 111 W. Olive St. Arlington Heights. (847) 259-4114.
Youth groups: The Prince of Peace UMC Youth is gearing up for another great year. The junior high and senior high Breakfast Club will meet from 10-11:30 a.m. the second and fourth Sundays of the month beginning in September following the 9 a.m. contemporary worship service. The confirmation class for sixth- through eighth-graders will begin in October. Classes will be held the first three Wednesdays of each month from 6-7:30 p.m. The third Wednesday will consist of a community outreach project. There will be an informational meeting for confirmation candidates and their parents at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 27, after the 10:30 a.m. worship service. Prince of Peace is located at the corner of Arlington Heights Road and Devon Avenue in Elk Grove Village. (847) 439-0668.
Meadows on Mission: Pastor Tim Haugen will speak on "Show and Tell" in the series titled "Meadows on Mission" at the 9 and 10:30 a.m. services on Sunday, Sept. 27, at Meadows Baptist Church, 2401 Kirchoff Road, Rolling Meadows. Nursery and toddler care (newborn through age 3) will be available. Children's Church (grades 1 through 6) will be held during the 9 a.m. service only. Adult and student ministries (junior and senior high school) meet at 9 a.m. A second adult Bible class, the Adventure Club for children ages 4 through fourth grade, and Club 56 for fifth- and sixth-graders meet at 10:30 a.m. On Monday, Sept. 28, a Ladies Bible Study will meet at 7 p.m. On Tuesday, Sept. 29, a Ladies Bible Study will meet at 9:15 a.m. and FUSION (junior high youth) will meet at 6:30 p.m. On Wednesday, Sept. 30, the weekly adult Bible Study and Prayer group and FUEL (senior high youth) will meet at 6:30 p.m. On Thursday, Oct. 1, AWANA Clubs for children ages preschool through sixth grade will meet at 7 p.m. On Friday, Oct. 2, a Ladies Bible Study will meet at 9:30 a.m. (847) 255-8764, meadowsfamily.org.
Sept. 29
Rummage sale: The Women's Guild of Christ Church UCC, 1492 Henry Ave. at Cora Street in Des Plaines, is having its fall rummage sale from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, and 8-11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30. This fundraiser includes everything from knickknacks to clothing. Wednesday is $3 per bag day. Proceeds will benefit the church and missions. Donations will be accepted at the church from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday Sept. 28.
Oct. 1
Holy Play: Church Women United of the Barrington area invites all women for a Whole Day of Holy Play from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at Techny Towers, Northbrook. Visit www.technytowers.org. Based on the biblical story of Queen Esther, we will explore how women of God may play, be pampered, love our sisters and serve our God by serving others. For a reservation, send $40 (no later than Oct. 1), payable to Church Women United of Barrington Area, to: Candee Nustra, 503 Brown St., Wauconda, IL 60084. There are only 50 spots available for this event.
Oct. 2
Rummage sale: Immanuel United Church of Christ, 1500 Old Church Road, Streamwood, will have its fall rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3. Clothing, household items, electronics and more. For details, call (630) 837-0190.
Diversity: In honor of National Diversity Day, Illinois Arts and Humanities Month and Celebrating Ethnic Heritage Month, music therapist Rita Lopienski will present "The Seven Metal Vibration Instruments of Tibet and Nepal" at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, at Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Learn how these instruments were used for meditation in ancient times, by the monks of Tibet, in religious groups, and for yoga classes. Experience firsthand how they are played and the therapeutic benefits of vibration instruments. Free, but reservations are encouraged. For information, contact (630) 213-0100 or rlopienski@pathwaysl.com.
Women's conference: The Rev. Patty Pipia will speak at a Women's Leadership Conference, "The Spirit of Leadership Reawakening the Feminine" Oct. 2 and 3. The conference is sponsored by The Present Moment, 521 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, and will be held at Gorton Community Center, 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest. Keynote speaker is Marianne Williamson, best-selling author and acclaimed speaker on spiritual, political and personal issues. For details, visit thespiritofleadership.net.
Sukkot: The community is invited to join Sukkot with Anshe Tikvah at Hawthorn School, 200 Glendale in Wheeling. Bring your pumpkins, gourds and decorations to the sukkah at 6 p.m. Oct. 2. Simchat Torah Service will be at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 11. (847) 917-7726, anshetikvah.org
Shabbat and Sukkot: Celebrate the holidays of Shabbat and Sukkot at Temple Jeremiah, 937 Happ Road, Northfield. The festivities begin at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, with a Tot Shabbat Service for preschoolers and their families, followed at 6:50 p.m. by the temple's traditional "Pizza in the Hut" dinner, accompanied by sukkah decorating, singing and waving of the lulav. The cost of dinner is $8 for adults, $6 for children ages 4 to 12, or $18 per household. Cost includes a donation to MAZON: The Jewish Response to Hunger. This is followed by a Shabbat/Sukkot worship service at 8 p.m. R.S.V.P. with payment to the temple office. The celebration continues at 9 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 3 with a Sukkot service and breakfast in the Sukkah. There is no charge for breakfast, but you are asked to sign up with the temple office. Attendees also are invited to attend a Shabbat/Sukkot Service at 11 a.m. To register, contact (847) 441-5760 or office@templejeremiah.org
Oktoberfest: St. Alphonsus Liguori, 411 N. Wheeling Road, Prospect Heights, will host its fourth annual Oktoberfest at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2. The evening, open to adults over 21, will feature traditional Oktoberfest music by the Johnny Wagner Band; other performances include Yodeling, the Alphorn and Cowbells. Tickets are $20 before Sept. 22, $25 after Sept. 21 or at the door, and include a dinner of grilled bratwurst, potato salad, sauerkraut, dessert and coffee. The Beer Tent will offer imported German beer, domestic beer, wine, Jägermeister and soft drinks. New this year: souvenir mugs and beer specials. (847) 255-7452.
Oct. 3
Date night: Plan a date night at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at St. Hubert Parish Ministry Center, 729 Grand Canyon St., Hoffman Estates, to view "Fireproof," a full-length movie about marriage and living up to the promises we make to love and cherish for a lifetime. Call to reserve your free tickets (847) 885-7700.
Find your personality: Countryside Unitarian Universalist Church will sponsor "Behind The Mask: What your Enneagram Says About You" from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 3. This popular tool helps participants determine which of nine personalities they are. Reservations are necessary and can be made by calling (847) 934-7636. There will be a charge of $5 for materials. The facility is handicap-accessible and is located at 1025 N. Smith Road in Palatine.
Blessing of Animals: Everyone is welcome to bring their pets to the third annual "Blessing of the Animals" outdoor interfaith service at North Northfield United Methodist Church in Northbrook at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 3. All animals are welcome, but participants are asked to keep their pets on a leash, or in a cage or carrier. Water dishes will be available. A pet food drive will be held in conjunction with the service. Contributions and donations will benefit the Buddy Foundation, a nonprofit, no-kill animal shelter in Arlington Heights. The service will be held rain or shine at the church, located at Dundee and Sanders roads in Northbrook. (847) 272-2250. northnorthfield.org. For information about the shelter, visit thebuddyfoundation.sc102.info.
Pumpkin patch: The Prince of Peace United Methodist Church in Elk Grove Village will be hosting a Pumpkin Patch beginning Saturday, Oct. 3 through Halloween. Everyone is invited to do their Halloween shopping by stopping by the church property at the corner of Devon Avenue and Arlington Heights Road. Colorful gourds will also be available for purchase. Pumpkin Patch hours are as follows: Monday-Friday: 3-7 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Sunday: noon-4 p.m. Prince of Peace Church is located at 1400 S. Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village.
Craft fair: Space reservations are being accepted on a first-come, first-served basis for the Pumpkinfest Craft Fair at Prince of Peace United Methodist Church, 1400 Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 3. Pumpkinfest kicks off the church's Pumpkin Patch, which runs through October. The Oct. 3 event includes the pumpkin patch and several outdoor booths of crafters. Food and children's games will be available. Admission is free. Crafters can reserve a 10-by-10-foot space for a cost of $50. For more information, call (847) 439-0668 or e-mail princepeaceumc@sbcglobal.net.
Crafters wanted: Community Presbyterian Church, 407 N. Main St. Mount Prospect, will hold its annual Fall Arts and Craft Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct 3. Crafters are needed for this event. Vendor 8-foot-long tables are $30 each or two for $50. No jewelry. For details, call (847) 392-3111.
Parent power: The Evangelical free Church of Des Plaines, 55 W. Golf Road, will host a Parent Power workshop from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 3. A continental breakfast will be served at 8:30 a.m. The event is free. Child care provided up to age 9. Workshop sessions will be presented by Caris Prevention Services. (847) 635-7776
Oct. 4
Handicapped accessible: St. John United Church of Christ, Algonquin and Roselle roads in Palatine, announces the completion of its long-awaited handicapped lift addition. In celebration, there will be a dedication ceremony following regular worship Sunday, Oct. 4, at 11:30 a.m., followed by the regular coffee hour.
Fall fest: St. Alphonsus Liguori will host a Fall Fest and Craft Fair from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4, at St. Alphonsus, 411 N. Wheeling Road in Prospect Heights. Crafters are needed. The fee is $35 for an 8-by-8 foot space and includes one table and one chair, or $60 for two spaces with two tables and two chairs. Electrical outlets are available upon request. Crafters will be allowed access as early as 7:30 a.m. for setup in the gymnasium. For details, contact Lisa Gould at (847) 644-1914 or Lgould5934@aol.com.
Pulse of Our World: Rabbi Paul Cohen will discuss current events and the appropriate Jewish response at "Pulse of Our World: Our Rabbi Reads the Headlines," at 10 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 4, at Temple Jeremiah, 937 Happ Road, Northfield. This informal, interactive program looks at the news issues of the day from a Jewish perspective. All are welcome.
Oct. 6
Flower show: The St. Theresa Women's Club presents a flower show, "Holiday Blooms," at 7 p.m. Tuesday Oct. 6, at St. Theresa Dolan Center, 455 N. Benton, Palatine. Flower demonstrations by Pattie's Pretties, Palatine; Kinsch Village Florist, Palatine; and BJ's Flowers and Gifts, Roselle. Commentator is Kay Kopecky. Tickets cost $10. Contact: Annelle at (847) 707-5358 or Jennifer at (847) 894-6503.
Meditation service: Greg Barrette will lead a free Silent Meditation Service at 6 p.m. Tuesdays in October at Unity Northwest Church, 259 E. Central Road, Des Plaines, beginning Oct. 6. For details, call (847) 297-0997 or visit unitynorthwest.org.
New class: "Lessons in Truth" will be taught by Greg Barrette at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays in October at Unity Northwest Church, 259 E. Central Road, Des Plaines, beginning Oct. 6. The topics to be discussed will include: The Nature of God, The Power of our Thoughts, Tools for Elevating our Consciousness and Engaging the Spiritual Discipline of the Mystics. The class will consist of interactive presentation, small group discussion and meditation. The class will be preceded by a 45-minute meditation service at 6 p.m. An offering will be taken. (847) 297-0997 or unitynorthwest.org.
Oct. 7
Mental Health Awareness: Grace Lutheran Church, Mount Prospect, will host a Mental Health Awareness night on Wednesday, Oct. 7. Speakers from Alexian Brothers Center for Mental Health will present a compassionate approach to mental illness and talk about resources in the community. The evening will conclude with a brief candlelighting devotion, refreshments, and conversation with the speakers. Grace Lutheran Church is located at 1624 E. Euclid Ave. at Wolf Road in Mount Prospect. (847) 824-7408, checkgrace.org.
The Spirituality of Oz: St. Cecilia Parish presents Friar Johnpaul Cafiero, O.F.M., from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, in the Parish Center behind the rectory at 700 S. Meier Road., Mount Prospect. Fr. Johnpaul's talk, "The Spirituality of Oz," will explore the rich spiritual messages found in "The Wizard of Oz" and how they can help us today. Coffee and dessert will be served at 6:30 p.m. To register, call (847) 437-6208.
Oct. 8
Pray for peace: The Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary will host a special prayer service to pray for peace at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, at St. John the Evangelist Church, 502 S. Park Blvd. in Streamwood. The service will include the rosary and a short homily. For details, call Barbara at (630) 837-8017.
Artistic team: The Master's Touch Artistic Team of Hanover Township will present a spiritual program of dance, song, drama, storytelling, mime and art at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, at Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Free, but reservations are encouraged. For information, contact (630) 213-0100 or rlopienski@pathwaysl.com.
Oct. 9
Film series: Countryside Unitarian Universalist Church will hold its free "Second Friday" film series at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, sponsored by the church's Adult Faith Development Council. "The Miraculous World of the Very Small" is the general topic, consisting of three medium-length films interspersed with lighter short segments. They will show fungi, bacteria and tiny engines inside every cell of our bodies and present the questions: What can we learn from them? Can they help us live together and care for the planet we share? The facility is handicap-accessible and is located at 1025 N. Smith Road in Palatine. (847) 359-8440, ccuu@ccuu.org.
Shabbat and Simchat Torah: Temple Jeremiah, 937 Happ Road, Northfield, will celebrate the holidays of Shabbat and Simchat Torah beginning with dinner at 6:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 9, followed by a service at 8 p.m. featuring members of the Maxwell Street Klezmer Band and the unrolling of the entire Torah scroll. Cost of dinner is $8 per adult, $6 per child ages 4 to 12 or $18 per household. Cost includes a donation to MAZON: The Jewish Response to Hunger. Register with payment to the temple office. The celebration continues Saturday, Oct. 10, with a study and breakfast at 9 a.m. followed by a worship service including Yizkor at 11 a.m. There is no charge for breakfast, but registration is required. (847) 441-5760 or office@templejeremiah.org.
Oct. 10
Crafters wanted: The United Methodist Women of Kingswood UMC in Buffalo Grove is seeking crafters of all types for the church's fall Harvest Fest Fair Saturday, Oct. 10. The fair will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with set up beginning at 8:30 a.m. Items for sale should be handmade. The cost is $25 per 8-foot table space, which includes two chairs. Additional tables are $5 each. Lunch will be available for purchase. The church is at 401 W. Dundee Road, Buffalo Grove. For details and an application, call Arleen Messina at (847) 537-1441 or the church office at (847) 398-0770.
Harvest Fest: Kingswood United Methodist Church will hold its fourth annual Harvest Fest Family Carnival and Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10. Activities include: petting zoo, games, food, pumpkin sale, bake sale and music. A craft show will be held inside the church activity center. The Glory Fingers Puppet Team will put on a special performance in the sanctuary. Admission is free. The church is at 401 W. Dundee Road, Buffalo Grove. (847) 398-0770 or kingswoodumc.com.
Hayride: New Beginnings will sponsor a hayride and bonfire from 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at the front shelter of Randall Oaks Park, 17N350 Randall Road, West Dundee. The event includes a 30-minute hayride, hot dogs, s'mores, chips, cookies and apple cider. Cost is $10 per person. Contact joe Pizzo at (847) 922-8007 to purchase tickets.
Oct. 11
Survivors of Suicide: Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago invites those who have experienced the loss of a loved one to suicide to participate in its Loving Outreach to Survivors of Suicide (LOSS) program meetings in October: 7-9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, at Catholic Charities Northwest Office, 1717 Rand Road, Des Plaines; 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, at Holy Family Church Counseling Center, 2515 Palatine Road, Inverness; and 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, at Carmel High School, One Carmel Parkway, Mundelein. For details, call (847) 376-2118.
Book fair: Temple Jeremiah, 937 Happ Road, Northfield, will host a Book Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 11. The fair will feature a variety of books for all ages, as well as CDs, cassettes and song books. Pickup date will be Sunday, Dec. 6, at the temple. You may preview the books online at templejeremiah.org/ed/book_fair.php.
Rabbi's Reading Table: Rabbi Paul Cohen will start off this year's series of Rabbi's Reading Table discussions with the bestselling novel "Sarah's Key" by Tatiana de Rosnay at 10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, at Temple Jeremiah, 937 Happ Road, Northfield. The book revolves around Vel' d' Hiv' (Operation Spring Breeze), the French-led roundup of more than 13,000 Parisian Jews in 1942 and the tragic impact this event has on a 10-year old Jewish girl.
Oct. 12
Scripture study: Holy Family Catholic Community will host a Catholic Scripture Study, "Christology of the New Testament" presented by Jim Papandrea, from 7-9 p.m. Mondays, Oct. 12, 19 and 26. This Catholic Scripture Study course will show the connection between the New Testament and church doctrine, as well as give everyone a preview of Jim Papandrea's new book, "The Earliest Christologies: Trinitarian Orthodoxy before Nicaea" from InterVarsity Press. To register, call (847) 907-3441 or visit holyfamilyparish.org. Fee is $30. Holy Family is at 2515 W. Palatine Road, Inverness.
Columbus Day celebration: The Holy Rosary Council of the Knights of Columbus is having its second annual procession to the park Monday, Oct. 12, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 15 N. Hickory in Arlington Heights. The schedule will be: 8 a.m. Mass; 9 a.m. coffee and rolls; 10 a.m. procession to the park; 11 a.m. rosary at the park; noon dismissal from the hall.
Oct. 14
Farmers market: Our Lady of the Brook Catholic Community is the site of a weekly farmers market in Northbrook. The market is Wednesdays through Oct. 14 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market features 30 vendors, selling the freshest produce, flowers, organic foods, homemade pet treats, artisan cheeses, toffee and baked goods. There is plenty of free parking, and samples will be available. Consider attending the 8:30 a.m. Mass. A raffle is available each week, with one lucky winner taking home a bag of goodies valued at $75. Our Lady of the Brook is at 3700 Dundee in Northbrook. For details, call (847) 272-5686 or visit olbparish.org.
Oct. 15
Olive trees for hope: The Lutheran Church of the Atonement in Barrington, in collaboration with the Environmental Education Center of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land, plans to offer a peaceful, green response to the violence in the Middle East by assisting in an ongoing project of "Planting New Olive Trees . . . Planting New Hope." Members of Atonement will be planting olive trees in November while making a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. This simple act of planting new olive trees in areas around Jerusalem and Bethlehem will help to reforest lost olive groves and provide years of tangible support to local farmers who suffer daily trauma as the cycle of violence continues. For $20, you can help plant and nourish an olive tree. Orders must be in before Oct. 15. To purchase a tree, visit www.churchofatonement.org to download an order form, or send checks to: Olive Tree Project, Lutheran Church of the Atonement, 909 East Main St., Barrington, IL 60010.
Oct. 16
Catholic festival: The 2009 Catholic Festival of Faith, an opportunity for Catholics to come together to dialogue, exchange ideas and strengthen their faith, will be conducted on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 16-17, at the Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont. The Festival will include a wide-range of practical workshops and sessions for teachers, principals and families including such topics as interventions with families in crisis, sexuality of the body for high school students, connecting schools to parish life, using Catholic School Boards effectively and a retreat for second-graders before first Communion. Also, providing important and topical presentations will be experts on ecology, catechesis and the arts, who will talk about many subjects including journaling, understanding "helicopter" parents, and infusing social teaching into curricula. Keynote speakers scheduled to appear at the festival include Chicago native, the Most Rev. Wilton Gregory, archbishop of Atlanta; Fr. Louis J. Cameli, Cardinal's Delegate for Faith and Mission, who has written numerous books on spirituality; the Rev. Guillermo Campuzano, C.M., a Vincentian priest from Colombia, currently teaching at DePaul University and advising the Archdiocesan project for Latino young people; R. James Nicholson, the former U.S. ambassador to the Vatican, along with his wife, Suzanne; and ValLimar Jansen, a singer, cantor and recording artist known for her work with Gospel, contemporary Christian and gospel-jazz style music. Go to catholicfest.org for online registration or to learn more about the 2009 Catholic Festival of Faith. For additional information, call the Catholic Festival of Faith at (312) 534-3100 or e-mail decw@archchicago.org.
Service in the Round: A special Shabbat dinner and a casual Service in the Round in honor of those families and individuals who have recently affiliated with Congregation Beth Judea will be held at the synagogue Friday, Oct. 16. Dinner will begin at 6 p.m., followed by a casual Shabbat service at 7:30 p.m. New members will be welcomed, and those members celebrating membership milestones will be recognized. Beth Judea is located on Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. (847) 634-0777 or www.BethJudea.org.
Oct. 17
Concerts: The Spirit of Life Chorus, a more than 100- member ecumenical Christian concert chorus, will perform at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Lutheran Home, 800 W. Oakton St., Arlington Heights; 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, at St. John Lutheran Church, 7429 Milwaukee Ave., Niles; 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, at Christ Church, 1492 Henry Ave., Des Plaines; and 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6 at St. Walter Catholic Church, 201 W. Maple Ave., Roselle. spiritoflifechorus.org.
Oct. 18
Quilt dedication: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 119 W. Wise Road, will celebrate its annual dedication of quilts Oct. 18. As in the past, the quilts will be displayed in the narthex during services and blessed. These quilts will then be sent to a distribution center to be forwarded to Third World countries. For details, call (847) 895-8877.
Barrington CROP Walk: Representatives of area churches, schools, businesses and civic organizations are preparing for the 27th annual Barrington Area CROP Hunger Walk, determined to improve upon last year's outstanding performance of 442 walkers and more than $65,000 in receipts. The event will take place throughout the village of Barrington, beginning at St. Paul United Church of Christ, 401 E. Main St., with registration at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18. To learn more, contact one of the event chairs, Pat Enders, representing Salem United Methodist Church at (847) 381-0524 or John Grom, representing Community Church of Barrington, at (847) 381-1294.
Worship for Shut-Ins: "The Kingdom Is Yours" is the title of the Rev. Richard Mau's message, which will be aired on the television program "Worship for Shut-Ins" at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, on the Total Living Network (TLN). This 30-minute Lutheran worship service is shown every Sunday. "Worship for Shut-Ins" can be found on Comcast Cable station 138. Additionally, it can be seen on DIRECTV Channel 377 at 10:30 a.m. Sundays. Mau has served for 10 years as senior pastor at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Des Plaines. For details about the TV ministry, visit www.worshipforshutins.org.
Kindred Spirits Café: If you're not so young in age, but still young at heart, the Kindred Spirits Cafe is just the place for you. Operating out of Park Ridge Community Church, 100 S. Courtland Ave., seniors gather for lunch, fun and fellowship each Tuesday from noon to 1:30 p.m. For details, call Marie at (847) 823-3164. Seniors also will be featured at a special worship service at 10 a.m. on Senior Sunday, Oct. 18, at Park Ridge Community Church. Seniors will plan, coordinate and present all aspects of the service.
Concert: Unity Northwest Church will host its second annual Favorite Performers Concert at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18. The concert features local celebrities, including Elise Steglinski, Bradford Newquist, Connie Sampson, Maggie Kain and Trisha Alexander. Seats were sold out last year and it is recommended that you arrive by 1:45. The church is located at 259 E. Central Road, Des Plaines. A suggested offering of $20 will be accepted. (847) 297-0997.
Genealogy book: Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois will celebrate the completion of JGSI's latest project - the publication of the third edition of "A Translation Guide to 19th-Century Polish-Language Civil-Registration Documents" by former JGSI President Judith R. Frazin - at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, at Temple Beth Israel, 3601 W. Dempster, Skokie. The presentation will be followed by a book signing. For details, visit jewishgen.org/jgsi/theguide.html or call (312) 666-0100.
Oct. 19
My Beliefs: Anne Wilmot of Victory Centre will present "My Beliefs: Yesterday and Today" at 3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19, at Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Anne was a nun and a teacher, and will share her experiences as a Catholic and Christian. Free, but reservations are encouraged. For information, contact (630) 213-0100 or rlopienski@pathwaysl.com.
Oct. 21
Mental Health: The Sisterhood of Congregation Beth Judea is having a special program on Mental Health Awareness at 7:45 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21. Hugh Brady, the president of the Barrington Area Chapter of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and the vice president of NAMI Illinois, will discuss the impact of mental illness on families, the quality and funding of mental health programs in Illinois, and the help and services that NAMI provides. The meeting, to be held in Beth Judea's Social Hall, is open to everyone and is free. Beth Judea is located on Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove.
Oct. 24
Crafters needed: Crafters are being sought to take part in the Craft and Holiday Fair from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at 1500 Old Church Road, Streamwood. Applications and additional information is available by contacting LaVerne Ryman at (630) 837-7337, e-mail l_ryman@yahoo.com; Pam Patterson at (815) 308-5313, e-mail pamp8207@comcast.net; or the Church office, (630) 837-0190.
Oct. 25
Beginning genealogy: Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois will host a Beginners' Workshop led by Judith R. Frazin, former JGSI president at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, at the Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook. For more information, visit jewishgen.org/jgsi or phone (312) 666-0100.
Book discussion: Temple Jeremiah congregant Ruth Adler will lead a discussion of the New York Times bestseller "The Red Tent" by Anita Diamant" at 10 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 25, at Temple Jeremiah, 937 Happ Road, Northfield. This first-person narrative tells the story of Dinah, daughter of Jacob and sister of Joseph, a talented midwife and feminist.
Family concert: Musician Dan Nichols presents a free family concert at 3 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 25, at Temple Jeremiah, 937 Happ Road, Northfield.
Oct. 27
Pastoral care: In honor of National Pastoral Care Week Oct. 25-31 and Clergy Appreciation Month, area clergy and pastoral staff are invited to a free lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, at Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. For information, contact (630) 213-0100 or rlopienski@pathwaysl.com.
Adult education: Rabbi Howard Lifshitz will teach a course called "A Moral Life" at Congregation Beth Judea. Using translations of traditional sources, the class will discuss concepts such as compassion, zeal, modesty, humility, shame, peace, and knowing God and loving God. Classes will meet at 8 p.m. on the following Tuesdays: Oct. 27; Nov. 3, 10 and 17; Dec. 1, 8, 15. To register, call (847) 634-0777. Beth Judea is located on Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove.
Oct. 28
Faith enrichment: Holy Family Catholic Community invites all to Community on Wednesday, an evening of faith enrichment and adult formation, from 7-8:30 p.m. Oct. 28. Guest speaker Paul Wilkes will present "A Catholic Life." He is the author of "In Due Season: A Catholic Life." Wilkes will be available sign books after his talk. All are invited to Holy Family Parish, 2515 W. Palatine Road, Inverness, (847) 907-3441. holyfamilyparish.org.
Oct. 29
Ethnic diversity: Celebrate Ethnic Heritage Month and Diversity Awareness Month with a Drumming Circle at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, led by music therapist Rita Lopienski, at Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Learn about the history of drums and how they are used in other cultures, and experience first hand the therapeutic benefits of playing them, such as stress reduction, self expression and spirituality. Free, but reservations are encouraged. For information, contact (630) 213-0100 or rlopienski@pathwaysl.com.
Oct. 31
Conference: "You Will Know Them by Their Fruits," a Catholic Conference with the Rev. Christopher Crotty of the Fathers of Mercy, will be held from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, at Forest View Educational Center, 2121 S. Goebbert Road, Arlington Heights. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. For details, visit comeholyspiritconferences.org or call (847) 655-5011.
Nov. 1
Film: Temple Jeremiah, 937 Happ Road, Northfield, will present the controversial film "Forgiving Dr. Mengele" at 7 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 1. The movie centers around a shocking act of forgiveness by Auschwitz survivor Eva Mozes Kor and the firestorm of criticism it created. Award-winning filmmaker Bob Hercules will lead a discussion following the movie. Hear the "behind-the-scenes" stories of this award-winning movie.
Nov. 7
Seeking crafters: St. Matthew Catholic Church, 1001 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg, is seeking crafters for its Arts & Craft Fair, which will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, in the Hughes Center. For details or an application, call Judy Ambrose at (847) 891-1255 or e-mail jambrose@stmatthewparish.org or ambrose90@comcast.net.
Holiday craft sale: Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Women's Club Queen of Peace Guild will hold its 37th annual Holiday Craft and Bake sale Nov. 7-8 in Paluch Hall, 8300 Greenwood Ave., Niles. Hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 7 and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 8. (847) 823-2550.
Nov. 8
Online Genealogy: Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois will present "Online Genealogy," led by Harriet Rudnit, at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, at Temple Beth Israel, 3601 W. Dempster, Skokie. Learn how to research your family's history using resources available on the Web. The JGSI meeting facilities will open at 12:30 p.m. for those who want to use library materials, get help with genealogy Web sites on the Internet or ask questions before the main program begins. www.jewishgen.org/jgsi or (312) 666-0100.
Nov. 14
For women: A Women's Day of Reflection, sponsored by Our Lady of the Brook and St. Norbert parishes, will be offered from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14 at Techny Towers, 2001 Waukegan Road. Lunch is included. Guest speaker Bridget Sperduto will present "Finding the Invitation to God in your Everyday Life." Registration is $40. Payment can be sent to Our Lady of the Brook, 3700 Dundee Road, Northbrook, IL 60062. For details, call Sandy at (847) 714-9428 or Maureen at (847) 498-5229. olbparish.org.
Ongoing
Bingo Bus to Hines Hospital: Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Bartlett is forming groups to visit with and play bingo with veterans at Hines Hospital in Maywood one Saturday each month. For details, call (630) 837-1166.
New hours: Gifts of the World, 888 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, a not-for-profit fair trade store that specializes in handcrafted jewelry, instruments, wall hangings, scarves, coffee and unusual gifts from developing countries, has new store hours from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. A new section featuring Amish items from Shipshewana has been added, including quilts, Amish dolls, rocking horses, small wood items, apple butter and peanut butter. For details, call (847) 895-3676.
Food drive: The Barrington Ministerial Alliance has set its sights on gathering 50,000 pounds of food to be distributed through the Northern Illinois Food Bank to food pantries in Cuba, Barrington, and Ela townships, as well as Carpentersville and Palatine. The food drive is kicking off in September and will culminate in early October.
Preschool price breaks: In response to economic conditions, Palatine's Christ the King Preschool has created several new programs for the 2009-2010 school year. The preschool will offer free or reduced tuition for families with unemployed parents. If both parents are unemployed, the student will receive free tuition. If only one parent is unemployed, the student will be given 50 percent reduction on tuition. Parents will need to provide proof of unemployment. In addition, the preschool will provide a similar program for active duty military personnel. Free tuition will be offered for families with a parent on an active military duty assignment overseas and half tuition for parents on active duty in the US. Proof of assignment is required. Classes begin Sept. 14. Space is limited. Christ the King Church and Preschool is at 100 W. Michigan in Palatine. For details, call Valerie Schultz at (847) 358-0230.
Catholic inquiry: The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults process, will begin new inquiry sessions on Tuesday evenings, at 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Ministry Center, at St Hubert Church, 729 Grand Canyon, in Hoffman Estates. These sessions are open to all adults who have never been baptized and would like to investigate what the Catholic faith is all about, or who have been baptized in a non-Catholic Christian tradition and would like to come and learn what the Catholic community believes, or Catholics who were baptized but never brought up in the faith and would like to get back to their roots and prepare themselves for the other sacraments of initiation: Eucharist and Confirmation. After the inquiry sessions, individuals can choose to continue in the process toward full membership in the Catholic Church. There also are RCIA classes for children. To learn more, call (847) 885-7700, ext. 124.
Entertainment book: The Sisterhood of Congregation Beth Judea is selling the 2010 Edition Entertainment Coupon Book. The cost for the Chicago North/Northwest Book is $20, with a voluntary $5 donation to Sisterhood. The 2010 Entertainment Books are available for purchase at the synagogue office, the Sisterhood Gift shop at the synagogue on Sundays between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. For details, call (847) 634-0777 and leave a message for Linda Lippman. Beth Judea is located on Route 83 and Hilltop Road in Long Grove.
Synagogue membership: Congregation Beth Judea (Conservative), Route 83 and Hilltop Road in Long Grove, is now accepting synagogue membership registration, Sunday and Hebrew School registration, as well as "Jewish University" Class registration (grades 8-12), and membership in the various youth groups. For more information, contact Executive Director Lisa Neiman, Education Director Anna Besser, or Youth director Aaron Polansky at the synagogue office at (847) 634-0777 or check out Beth Judea's Web site at bethjudea.org.
Entertainment books: Klesia of Christ Church is selling 2010 Entertainment Books for $20. For details, call Marilyn Comstock at (847) 827-1829, Alice Barnhart at (847) 803-8407 or Barbara Wraas at (847) 824-1591.
Food collection: St Paul United Church of Christ is collecting for the Palatine Food Pantry every Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon. The church is at 144 E. Palatine Road, Palatine and any nonperishables would be appreciated especially pasta, pasta sauce, tuna, peanut butter. This Outreach program will run through the end of August. (847) 358-0399.
KinderClub: Christ the King Preschool, 100 W. Michigan Ave., announces "KinderClub," a play and learning program for children ages 5-6 in kindergarten. It will be offered from noon to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Kindergartners have a lunch date and play date with seasonal activities. Cost is $15 per day. Contact Valerie Schultz at (847) 358-0230 or preschool@ByFaithAlone.org, or visit ByFaithAlone.org.
Shabbat Worship Services: Shabbat worship services are offered at 7:30 p.m. Fridays (Kabbalat Shabbat) and 9:30 a.m. Saturdays at Congregation Beth Judea, Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. Daily minyanim are at 6:15 a.m. Mondays; 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday; and 9 a.m. Sundays. (847) 634-0777 or BethJudea.org.
Moms Bible Study: The Saturday morning Saint Paul Moms Bible Study would like to welcome new members. The group meets one or two Saturdays per month from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Panera Restaurant on Arlington Heights Road in Elk Grove Village. The group is currently studying a book about Christian parenting. For details, contact Jennifer at J-Slate@neiu.edu. St. Paul Lutheran Church is at 100 S. School St., Mount Prospect. saint-paul.org.
Parents Day Out: Fall registration for the 2009-10 Kingswood Parent's Day Out program is under way. Children must be 2 or 3 years of age by Sept. 1, 2009, to enroll. If space permits, children will be accepted during the school year as they reach the age of 2 and 3. Class time is from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Children attend either a Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday class. Parents may enroll their child/children for one day per week. Class size is limited to 16 children. The first day of class starts the week of Tuesday, Sept. 1. The monthly tuition fee is as follows: Tuesday-$95, Wednesday-$100, Thursday-$95, Friday-$95. In addition, there is a $25 nonrefundable registration fee. For details, contact Barb Symonds at (847) 398-0770, ext. 16. Kingswood United Methodist Church is at 401 W. Dundee Road, Buffalo Grove.
Preschool registration: The Mother's Day Out Preschool Program at Prince of Peace United Methodist Church in Elk Grove Village will be three days (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays) beginning in September. Programs are offered for children ages 2 to 5 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day. Registration has begun. Contact Lynn Cooper at (847) 439-0668 for a registration packet or information. Prince of Peace United Methodist Church is at the corner of Arlington Heights Road and Devon Avenue, Elk Grove Village.
Jewish youth programs: Beth Judea offers programs for third-graders through high school students, regardless of their Jewish affiliation. Kadinkers is the youngest youth group and is for students in third through fifth grades. It meets once a month on a Sunday after Sunday school. Yearly dues are $18. Kadima is the youth group for students in sixth through eighth grades. Kadima meets once or twice a month. Yearly dues are $35. United Synagogue Youth is the youth group for all high school students. This teen group meets on a weekly basis for an assortment of activities. Yearly dues are $40. For details on these groups, contact Aaron at (847) 634-0777, ext. 114. Beth Judea is on Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove.
Basic Buddhism classes continue at Rissho Kosei-Kai Buddhist Church the first Sunday of the month at the church, 1 W. Euclid Ave., Mount Prospect. (847) 259-3018.
Tell your story: Writing your story is a new small group at Prince of Peace United Methodist Church in Elk Grove Village that meets the second Wednesday of the month from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at 1400 Arlington Heights Road. Call (847) 439-0668 or e-mail princepeaceumc@sbcglobal.net to register. There is no cost to attend. All are welcome.
A free beginning yoga class: From 9 to 10 a.m. Saturdays at Rissho Kosei-Kai Buddhist Church, 1 W. Euclid Ave., Mount Prospect. Bring your yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. (847) 259-3018.
Jewish Yoga: Jewish Yoga is going strong at Congregation Beth Am, 225 N. McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. A class is offered from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Wednesdays. The class is open to nonmembers. Call for pricing details, (847) 459-1677. In addition, a drop-in class is offered from noon to 1:15 p.m. the first Sunday of the month. This class is free with a suggested donation for attendance.
For young families: The Families with Young Children Committee at Congregation Beth Judea will be holding its regular services at 6:30 p.m. the second Friday of the month, with a 30-minute Tot Shabbat session with Debbie Frager, a teacher in the BJE-ECC (Board of Jewish Education Early Childhood Centers), who is also a Beth Judea congregant. The group will then enjoy their own Oneg Shabbat. In addition, Gan Shabbat, a program for children and their families, will meet every Shabbat morning in the Beit Midrash on the Religious School level. This service, specially designed for children ages 9 and younger along with their families, will run from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays. For detail, call (847) 634-0777. Beth Judea is at Route 83 and Hilltop Road
Entertainment books: Our Lady of Ransom Parish in Niles is selling Entertainment 2010 books for $20 each. For details, call Josephine Bax at (847) 823-2550.
Beth Am Food Pantry's food distribution: Offered the last Sunday of the month from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Nonperishable food donations are always welcome. Congregation Beth Am is at 225 N. McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. (847) 459-1677.
Rainbows Grief and Support sessions will meet Mondays at 7 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 431 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. The classes are for children (as young as preschoolers) and adults who have experienced the loss of a family member through death, divorce, deployment or even absence due to a serious illness. Classes are facilitated by trained adults. For details, call Shirley Laube or Lynn Manning at (847) 253-4839.
St. Edna Church, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights, offers several support groups, including ones for those who have been widowed, a group for mothers who have lost a son or a daughter and a group for those struggling with divorce. (847) 398-3362, ext. 318.
*new* Women's study: Women's Bible Study Group meets from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Congregational United Church of Christ, 1001 W. Kirchoff, Arlington Heights. The group is currently studying "Daughters of Eve," book by Virginia Stern Owens, exploring the women in the Bible. Newcomers are always welcome. www.CongUCC.org or (847) 392-6650.
CoffeeHour is a women's Bible study and outreach of Arlington Countryside Church in Arlington Heights. A variety of studies are offered at different times. For details, visit acchurch.org.