Formerly known as Culinary Connections, Dine & Gab is a lunch social coordinated by Senior Center Volunteer Coordinator Lee Saldinger. On the second Friday of each month, members of the Senior Center gather at a local restaurant to enjoy lunch with each other. Individuals are responsible for the cost of their meals and their own transportation. The following schedule is set but is always subject to change if needed. June 10- Max & Benny's July 8- Grill House August 12-…
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Each class includes a short lecture on a different artist, art technique, or art era and then participate in a hands-on experience based on the lecture. In this class we will discuss what process painting is and its therapeutic benefits. We will specifically look at Gerhard Richter's art and process and create a painting in the style he became known for. No experience needed. Materials are provided. register online
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Join us for lunch as Barbara Rinnella will entertain us with a dramatization of The Chanel Sisters by Judith Little. This is a new historical fiction about Coco Chanel, her family, and their many struggles. Lunch included. register now
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The Illinois Secretary of State will host a Super Senior Day at the Northbrook Senior Center. 10am-11:30am: Rules of the Road classroom instruction will provide a review of safe driving techniques and Illinois driving laws. 10am-2pm: Renewal/correction of Driver's License; new/renewal/corrections of State ID; License plate renewal stickers; Motor/Voter Registration with renewal of DL/ID; Organ Donor Registration with renewal of DL/ID; Seniors age 65+ (No Charge for State ID). Please note that seniors, age 75 and over, must visit a…
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55 Years and Older Some Broadway musicals that are not big hits still produce unforgettable music, delightful characters and fascinating plots. After all, who would've guessed a musical about singing pussycats in a London alley would be a hit! Join Broadway historian Barry Bradford for a fun and insightful look at shows like Finian's Rainbow, Call Me Madam, Zanadu and Babes In Arms, none of which was a huge smash, yet each of which is delightful and important in its…
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55 Years and Older It's the 1960s where the sound of Motown is on the rise. This moving musical follows the rising stardom of the Dreamettes, Effie, Deena and Lorrell from Chicago. Join the Dreamgirls as they navigate the highs and lows of life, love and fame. Lunch will be in the Meyer Ballroom across the street from Paramount Theatre. Lunch includes a garden salad, rolls, Chicken Cacciatore (with tomato sauce, peppers and onions), broccoli and cookies and brownies for…
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55 Years and Older David Kaz, President/Precious Metal Buyer DMK Metal For 5,000 years, people have sought after and prized gold and silver. Through the ages, these metals have been used as a measure of wealth and value and as a medium of exchange. Gold has been at the center of most, if not all wars, throughout history. Today, gold is used for jewelry and investments, but no longer as money. Join us as David Kaz shares information on the…
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55 Years and Older Music can be used to improve your health, enhance your mood and even improve your memory! Join us for an afternoon with Mary Lynn Saks, professional singer and former member of Northbrook’s Park Larks as she uplifts your spirit through music and leads us through a variety of familiar songs. Lyrics will be provided on a screen so everyone can sing-along. register now
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18 Years and Older Dr. Zahava J. Berkowicz, DAc Chicago Family Acupuncture Acupuncture is a safe and effective healing technique that has been used for over 2,000 years. With the opioid crisis on the rise, acupuncture has strong scientific support in the treatment of pain and is a great non-pharmaceutical option in pain management. Learn about how acupuncture treats many different pain conditions, most famously known for healing chronic low back pain. In recent years, acupuncture also has been supported…
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55 Years and Older Enjoy an acoustic performance by Denny Diamond and The Jewels covering music by artists like Neil Diamond, Johnny Cash, Dean martin, Jim Croce and others. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of music, memories, laughing and toe tapping. Lunch includes White Fence Farm's famous 4-piece chicken dinner with all the trimmings. Bean salad, coleslaw, cottage cheese, pickled beets, corn fritters, with choice of French Fries, Mashed Potato, or Baked Potato with homemade gravy. Choice of coffee,…
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