We enter 2009 with the economy in a tailspin blamed on, among other things, materialism, excessive borrowing and poor judgment. It's no wonder trendspotters predict a change in values, habits and lifestyle for the new year. Marian Salzman says we'r...

News about club meetings and events. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date. Nippersink Garden Club: A new garden club is forming to serve northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Members of the Nippersink Garden...

News about club meetings and events. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date. Jan. 3 Sons of the American Legion Palatine: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, American Legion Hall on Palatine Road. Call (847) 359-1606 or ...

Events that focus on physical and mental health, well-being and fitness, including runs, walks, exercise events, classes, health screenings, mental health screenings and support information, support groups starting up. Send items to nbrcalendar@...

Kids won't be the only ones going to school in Arlington Heights during the new year. Arlington Heights Elementary District 25 will offer an introductory Japanese world language class for parents and staff members in January. Japanese phrases, popul...

Tryouts and clinics for community sports groups, plus sporting events and tournaments, skate competitions, public appearances by sports stars in the area, autograph signings, sports conventions, etc. Deadline is two weeks before event date. Umpires ...

Events where participation would benefit the public, such as volunteer events, social service clubs, call for donations to military, blood drives, bone marrow drives, food pantry drive, people who are giving away food, etc. Deadline is two weeks bef...

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. Dec. 31 New Year's Eve Celebration: 6:30 p...

Events that specify they are for those who are over age 50, including trips, classes, support programs, fitness and lectures. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date. Arlington Classic Tours: Year-End Membership Sp...

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. New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Mondays in...