Highland Park calendar for Jan. 19, 2012

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Updated: February 20, 2012 8:21AM

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Business

Highland Park Chamber of Commerce invites business people to participate in their monthly networking events.

Highland Park Networking Group meets on the first Wednesday of the month and the Women’s Networking Group meets on the third Thursday of the month. Visit www.chamberhp.com or call (847) 432-0284.

Network ‘N’ Bowl a networking event will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. every third Thursday of each month at the Alley, 210 Green Bay Road, Highwood. This event is for business people, entrepreneurs or any networking group offering free bowling, appetizers and business connections for and entrance fee of $5. Call Abby (847) 432-6000.

Clubs

American Legion Post 145 meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month at West Ridge Park District office building, 636 Ridge Road, Highland Park.

Highland Park Moose Lodge 446 offers bingo every Tuesday evening at 1799 Green Bay Road, Highland Park. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with games starting at 7 p.m. Last game ends by 10 p.m. Optional early-bird game at 6:45 p.m. Free refreshments and free parking. Access entry ramp. Call Gino, at (847) 433-0796 or (847) 433-4240

Chi Group of Hadassah North Shore Chapter invites knitters and those who prefer to crochet to join their group the last Wednesday of the month with their ongoing project of knitting for the Linus Project. Call the North Shore office, (847) 433-6350, or e-mail northshore@Hadassah.org.

Highland Park and Highwood Kiwanis Club meets at noon Tuesdays at Buffo’s in Highwood. For directions call John Hickey (847) 432-4320.

Highland Park/Highwood Lions Club meets at 12:15 p.m. Thursdays at Bertucci’s Restaurant, 246 Green Bay Road, Highwood. Call Herb Miller (847) 831-2713.

Highland Park Woman’s Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month October through April with programs presented at both. Tea at the Community House takes place on the first Tuesday of the month and Lunch at Bertucci’s Steak House in Highwood on 3rd Tuesday of the month. Entertainment is offered at both events. Call membership chair, Frances VandenHeuvel (847) 432-9444.

Highwood Historical Society meets the second Saturday of each month. Call Lisa Cervac (847) 433-2984.

Lake-Cook Chapter of the Illinois Audubon Society offers programs presented at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at the Heller Nature Center, 2821 Ridge Road (two blocks north of Half Day Road/Route 22, between Waukegan Road and Route 41), Highland Park.Visit www.lakecookaudubon.org or contact Rena (847) 831-0331.

Mom4Profit, a business networking group for women in business with children, meets at noon on the first Tuesday of every month at varying locations on the North Shore. Call (847) 363-5394 or visit Mom4ProfitNetworking.com

National Association of Women Business Owners invites woman business owners to visit and meet its members at 7:15 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of the month at Blue Grass Restaurant in Highland Park. Contact Dianna Krus (847) 917-3882 or send e-mail to atclearconcepts@comcast.net.

Rotary of Highland Park/Highwood meets at 11:45 a.m. every Monday for lunch, guest speakers and presentations at the Highland Park Country Club, 1201 Park Ave., West, Highland Park. Call Pete at (847) 347-9759.

Women’s Weekly Ride, sponsored by Alberto’s Cycles, will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday’s from May through September departing from the store entrance, 661 Central Ave., Highland Park. The 22-mile loop ride averages 15-17 mph. Contact francine@albertoscycles.com or call the shop at (847) 432-0015.

Community

Rock & Roll Arts Academy North Shore’s rock clubhouse for kids ages four-months to 13 years offers classes where kids and parents can learn origins of Beatles’ songs, dance to the psychedelic sounds of the Grateful Day and say “Hey Now to songs of Bob Marley will host an Open House to showcase jam sessions, instruments and more from 5-7 p.m. Jan. 19; 3-7 p.m. Jan. 20; and 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Jan. 21 in the lower level of the Highland Park community House at 1991 Sheridan Road. Call (847) 748-8993.

YWCA Time for Wine, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Jan. 27 at The Art Center, 1957 Sheridan Rd. Join us for wine pairings and gourmet culinary tastings in celebration of our 90th anniversary. Shop in our gallery suite showcasing local artists; $90 per person. Space is limited, call (847) 406-5692 for reservations.

Late Nite Highland Park offers music and entertainment each Friday and Saturday night for teenagers and adults. For the latest listing of entertainment, look at the website www.latenitehp.com.

Jan: 19: Guitar Virtuoso “King of Jazz” will give solo presentation at 9:30 p.m., Norton’s, 1905 Sheridan Rd., (847) 432-3287.

Jan. 20: Jeff Libman, folk/pop, 6:30-9 p.m., City Park Grill, 1783 St. Johns Ave., (847) 432-9111; Tiffany Christopher, singer/songwriter, guitar, 9:30 a.m., Norton’s, 1905 Sheridan Rd., (847) 432-3287. Jan. 21:

The Chris Laughlin School of Music Showcase, 7 p.m., New York Slices, 1843 Second St., (847) 432-6979; The Roxy Stone Band, rock and soul,blues, country rock, 9:30 p.m., Nortons, 1905 Sheridan Rd., (847) 432-3287

Jan. 27: Gene Lim, guitar/piano, 7-9:30 p.m., City Park Grill, 1783 St. Johns Ave., (847) 432-9111; Check With Lucy, new folk, 8:30-11:30 p.m., Vibe at 1935, 1935 Sheridan Rd., (847) 780-4815; Random Act Trio, 9:30 p.m., Norton’s, 1905 Sheridan Rd., (847) 432-3287.

Ongoing Weekly Performances:

Cafe Central, 455 Central Ave., (847) 266-7878, Lauren Sprig, flute, classical to pop and classical rock, 6:30 p.m.-closing, Wednesdays.

City Park Grill, 1783 St. Johns Ave., (847) 432-9111, Leopold - Magician Illusionist, 5:30 p.m., Sundays.

New York Slices, 1843 Second St., (847) 432-6979, Family Night Karoke Family, 7-9 p.m., Fridays.

Vibe at 1935, 1935 Sheridan Rd., (847) 780-4815, Tuesday Blues Jam, 7:30 p.m., Tuesdays; Borrowed Time will host “Joey Jams”, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Thursdays.

Pilgrim Chamber players will host the Quintet Attacca with guest pianist Matthew Hagle at 3 p.m. Jan. 22 at the Highland Park Community House, 1991 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. Tickets are $20, $15 seniors and $8 students. A dessert reception will follow. Call (847) 433-0972.

Health

Free blood pressure and glucose screenings are offered on the first and third Friday of each month from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at the NorthShore Highland Park Hospital’s Myra Rubenstein Weis Health Resource Center. No appointment necessary. Call (847) 480-2727.

Zumba Classes offered Saturdays from 8:30-9:30 a.m. with live drummers and Wednesdays from 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. at the JCYS/Lutz Center, 800 Clavey Road, Highland Park. First class free! For more information, visit www.kmzumba.com or call (312) 961-8484.

Libraries

Highland Park Library

Highland Park Library is located at 494 Laurel Ave., Highland Park, presents free variety of free literary and cultural programs. Registration for certain programs may be required as noted. To register call (847) 432-0216.

Library Hours: Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fridays 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sundays 1-5 p.m.

Adult Events:

Film Showing and Discussion, 2 p.m., Jan. 29 - Bob Coscarelli, professor emeritus at College of Lake County, introduces and screens a series of films about art and artists. In this film Goya suffers from strange visions and nightmares and reflects on his tumultuous career, his love affair, and the evil crusade of Napoleon’s French army. In Spanish with English subtitles. A discussion follows the screening.

Friends of the Highland Park Public Library’s Book Nook sells used books and audiovisual materials from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays. Volunteers are wanted to help sort and sell used books. Call (847) 432-0216, ext. 131.

Nook, Sony, Non-Tablet E-Readers, 10-11 a.m., Jan. 24, bring your device, a USB cord, and your laptop.

Theatrical Reading: The Duchess of Malfi, 2 p.m., Jan. 22 - Equity actors from the Shakespeare Project of Chicago perform a theatrical reading of John Webster’s masterpiece. A discussion with the actors follows the performance.

Film Discussion, 7 p.m., Jan. 25 - Film instructor Dick Adler leads a discussion about this Argentinean film that won the 2010 Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. In Spanish with English subtitles. The film will be shown at 6:30 p.m., Jan. 23.

Career Counseling, 1-4 p.m., Feb. 8 - Meet with a career counselor from College of Lake County for a free half-hour session. Learn job search strategies, find assistance writing or updating a resume, and prepare for a job interview. Register at the Reference Desk or call (847) 681-7031.

“5,000 Miles From Home,” 10:30 a.m., Feb. 8 - Writer and producer Paul Basile presents highlights and discusses his award-winning film about a generation of Italian boys who became American men in the crucible of WWII.

Get Tech Savvy, 10 a.m.-noon, Feb. 4 - Bring your electronic devices – cell phones, ereaders, digital cameras, laptops and your questions. Drop by and meet with a member of the Library’s teen tech-savvy team from Highland Park High School’s computer club for one-on-one guidance.

Youth Programs:

Read to Succeed Chicago Wolves Reading Club now through Jan. 24. Preschool-eighth grade. Log five hours of reading time between now and Jan. 24, (only 10 minutes a day) and you will be entered in a drawing to win Chicago Wolves tickets and other prizes.

Drop in Chess on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m.- noon through Feb. 4. For grades K- nineth. Every level of play is welcome. Boards and sets will be provided.

Real Deal Crime Lab, 2-3 p.m., Jan. 21 for ages 10 and up. Do you like watching “CSI,” “Law & Order,” or “Bones?” Think they’re real life? Find out when you meet Marc Pomerance, firearms expert in the Illinois State crime lab. Registration required and limited to residents of Highland Park or residents of the North Shore School District 112 service area. Register at www.kidsevents.org.

Miss Deena’s Baby Booktime Storytime, Newborns to walkers, accompanied by an adult, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., second and fourth Friday thru March 23 - Introduce your baby to many early language experiences through stories, songs and rhymes. Register in the Youth Services Department or online at www.kidsevents.org. Limited to residents of Highland Park.

Baby Booktime Storytime, for newborns to walkers accompanied by an adult, on the second and fourth Fridays from 10:30-11:30 a.m., Registration has begun for the Jan. 13 - March 23 session.

Drop In Chess, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Saturdays, through Feb. 4 for grades K-knine. Every level of play is welcome. Experienced players will be available and instructional opportunities may be available. Boards and sets will be provided.

Miss Deena’s First Steps Storytime, Walking toddlers – 2 ½ years old, accompanied by an adult through March 20, first and third Tuesday or first and third Friday, 9:15 - 10 a.m. or 10:15 - 11 a.m. Interactive storytime with fun books, songs, puppets, a parachute and games. Register in the Youth Services Department or online at www.kidsevents.org. Limited to residents of Highland Park.

Miss Deena’s Tales For Tots, 2 ½ - 3 ½ years old, accompanied by an adult through Feb. 23, Mondays or Thursdays, 10-10:30 a.m. Bring your preschooler to the Library for stories, songs, puppets, flannel boards and adult-child participation. Register in the Youth Services Department or online at www.kidsevents.org. Limited to residents of Highland Park.

Miss Deena’s Storytime Live! 3 ½ - 6 year olds through Feb. 23, Mondays, 10:45-11:15 a.m. or Thursdays, 1:30-2 p.m. A drop-off program featuring books, songs, rhymes, puppets and other activities designed to foster pre-reading skills. No registration required.

Saturday Stories for Families series is scheduled for the second and fourth Saturdays, 10:30-11 a.m. now through May, for newborns to 6-year-olds accompanied by an adult. Introduce young children to stories, books and other language activities.

Highwood Public Library

Highwood Public Library located at 102 Highwood Ave., Highwood. Registration required for all programs. Call (847) 432-5404.

Library Hours: Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Friday closed; Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m.- 5 p.m.

Parks and
Recreation

Recreation Center, 1207 Park Ave. West, Highland Park; (847) 579-4554; wwwrecreationcentrofhp.org

Community Programs: Call (847) 579-4047 for more information.

Heller Nature Center, 2821 Ridge Road, Highland Park; (847) 433-6901; www.hellernaturecenter.org

Sunset Valley Golf Course, 1390 Sunset Road, Highland Park; (847) 432-7140; www.sunsetvalleygolfcourse.org

Sunset Woods Park, 1801 Sunset Road, Highland Park; (847) 579-3120; www.pdhp.org

Centennial Ice Arena, 3100 Trail Way Highland Park; (847) 432-4790; wwwcentennialice.org

Hidden Creek Aqua Park, 1220 Fredrickson Place, Highland Park; (847) 433-3170; www.hiddencreekaquapark.org

West Ridge Center, 636 Ridge Road, Highland Park; (847) 579-3120; www.pdhp.org

Skokie Lagoons, 1768 Tower Road, Winnetka; (847) 433-6901; www.pdhp.org

West Ridge Center, 636 Ridge Road, Highland Park; (847) 579-3120; www.pdhp.org

Deer Creek Courts, 701 Deer Creek Parkway, Highland Park; (847) 433-5450 www.deercreekcourts.org

Highland Park Golf Learning Center, 2205 Skokie Valley Highway, Highland Park; (847) 433-3422; www.hpgolflearningcentr.org

Preschools

St. James Preschool invites the community to inquire about the Preschool Family and Let’s Play Some More Preschool Programs for children ages 3-5 years old. 3-year old programs are held two or three days a week. The Blossoming Angel program for 4 and 5 year old’s is held three or five days a week. Four hour extended day programs are offered on days your child attends preschool. The school is located at 140 N. Ave., Highwood. Parise Payton at (847) 432-2277.

Highland Park Montessori is accepting applications for the 2011-2012 school year for children ages 2-6. (Openings still available in the 2-year old program, Kindergarten Enrichment Program and Parent-Child Class (ages 2 month-2 1/2 years). Offering half day and full day programs, part time and full time. For information or to schedule an appointment, call (847) 433-3383.

Bethany Early Childhood Learning Center offers those needing all-day preschool openings Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. programs of half-day or full day for ages 15 months through 12 years old, two - five days per week. The school is open to all children in the community year round except one week in August. Kids Club a Before and After School program is offered as well as Kid’s Club School’s In/Out Holiday. Parents are encouraged to visit and observe class sessions to learn more about the school at 1696 McGovern Street, W. Green Bay, Highland Park. Call (847) 432-2269.

Sprouts - Childhood enrichment program is accepting registration for Winter Session. Structured classes in music, art, movement and play for children 5 year and under. Offering morning and afternoon sessions. Located at 474 Central Ave., Highland Park. Class prices vary. Call Havilah at (847) 266-3588.

Dawnbreakers a neighborhood Baha’i school serving communities of Highland Park and Highwood. Classes include music, crafts and active play as well as study of prayer and virtues. Adult and Spanish speaking classes available. Meeting Sunday morning from 9:50-11:45 a.m. at the Highwood Recreation Center, 432 Green Bay Road. E-mail Elizabeth at eliz1970@gmail.com or call Rachael at (847) 452-8247.

Religion

Trinity Episcopal Church offers opportunities to participate in its community meals program, which provides hot, nutritious meals to needy residents of Waukegan. Volunteers work one Sunday afternoon every six weeks. Call Trinity, (847) 432-6653.

The Chai Hadassah Group’s Rosh Chodesh will meet from 10 - 11:45 a.m. on Feb. 14 at a member’s home in Highland Park to rekindle life’s journey through “Surprises Along our Path to Adulthood.” This intimate group will discuss “A funny thing happened on the way to adulthood.” New members welcomed into the fifth year of this gathering. A $10 donation to Hadassah will give you an entrance into the life cycles of time, tradition and change. For more information contact the Hadassah North Shore office at (847) 205-1900, Email: northshore@hadassah.org or see us on the web at www.northshore.hadassah.org

Tu B’Shevat Rock! With ShirLaLa: Family Concert 4-6 p.m. Jan. 29, 2012, North Suburban Synagogue Beth El, 1175 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. Tickets $15 per person or $36 for a family of three or more. Contact Ali Drumm at adrumm@nssbethel.org or call (847) 432-8900.

Seniors

Highland Park Seniors

The Senior Center offers classes, events and trips for adults 50 years and older. Call the Center at (847) 432-4110 to register for the following activities. Advance registration required. To access a full schedule of events visit www.cityhpil.com

Lunch Outings

Senior Center lunch outings provide an opportunity to explore some of the local restaurants at a great price and a

chance to meet new people. Come with a group or come as a single, and staff will introduce you to new friends. Meeting at 11:45 a.m.

Rise and Shine Humanities Series

Lunch and Learn Nature Workshops

Heller Nature Center - Fridays, noon - 2 p.m. Fee: $10 / NM: $15

This series features a delicious lunch catered by Sunset Foods including bread, entree, side, vegetable, dessert and beverage. Following lunch, you will enjoy hands-on workshops led by the professional staff at Heller Nature Center. Advance registration is required; please call the Senior Center at (847) 432-4110.

Film Screenings and Discussions: Con Artists and Great Cons

Highland Park Public Library - Sundays, 2 - 4:30 p.m. Free and open to the general public

Brain Builders Club

Highland Park Senior Center - Thursdays, 10 - 11:30 a.m. Free, for members only. Facilitated by Arden Courts in Northbrook, this group was created to provide challenges recommended to maintain healthy brain function. Some lectures may be presented at the Police Department Training room, based on space requirements, please watch for details in an e-mail. Advance registration required; call (847) 432-4110.

Upcoming events: (Advanced registration required)

Monday at the Movies at 1:30 p.m. at the Highland Park Police station. Free - for members only.

Support for parents and siblings with dependent adult family members 10-11:30 a.m. the second Tuesday of each month. Free.

Family Caregiver Support Group held the first and third Thursday of each month from 7-8:30 p.m. at Family Services, 777 Central Ave., Highland Park.

SHIP -Senior Health Insurance Program - Volunteers are available free of charge to help interpret and resolve problems with medical bills, Medicare supplemental insurance and with appeals. Call Gina (847) 926-1865 to schedule a free appointment.

Highwood Seniors:

Healthy Seniors - A Highwood Affair offers winter/spring sessions from 2-3 p.m. the third Thursday of each month at Skrinar Recreation Center, 428 Green Bay Road.

Support

Grief Support Groups are open to the public and free of charge. Pre-registration is required. The groups meet at NorthShore Hospice office, 4901 Searle Parkway, Skokie. The building is accessible to people with disabilities, and convenient parking is available. For more information or to pre-register call (847) 982-4364.

Death of a Spouse - Soul Mates is an ongoing support group for those who have experienced the death of a spouse or life partner. Meeting from 6:30-8 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month.

Death of a Parent - Legacy is an ongoing support group for adults who have experienced the death of a parent. The group meets from 6:30-8 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of the month.

National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD) of Highland Park has free support groups throughout Chicago. Anyone interested should call (847) 831-3438 for locations. Visit the Web sit at www.anad.org

Lilac Tree offers support for women in the process of divorce. Call Marti at (847) 328-0313 or visit mrodger@thelilactree.org

Marijuana Anonymous meets at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays and 6 p.m. Sundays at Clean Air Club, 555 Roger Williams, Highland Park.

Circle of Stillness a small group that meets for spiritual support and meditation practice from 9:30-11:15 a.m. on the second and fourth Sunday of each month at the North Shore School of Dance, 505 Laurel Ave., Highland Park. All are welcome there is no fee. Bring a cushion for the floor. For specific dates call Janice (847) 926-0806 or janicewidran@comcast.net or Sarah at (847) 704-2894.

Postpartum Depression/Anxiety Support Group - Family Network, offers a support group for women experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety from 1:30-3 p.m. afternoons at Family Network Parent/Child Center, 330 Laurel Ave., Highland Park. Contact Terry Beem, program coordinator, (847) 433-0377, ext. 308.

Chronic Pain Support Group meets the last Tuesday of each month at the Highland Park Health and Fitness Center, 1501 Bush Parkway, Buffalo Grove. Call Fran, (847) 948-8282.

Volunteers

Reading Power, Inc., literacy tutoring program serving elementary school children in North Chicago public schools is seeking volunteers to tutor one half-day per week during the school year. No experience is necessary, a love for children and a love of reading is required. On-going training is provided. Go to www.readingpowerinc.com.

Youth

JCYS Sunflower Day Camp registration is open to the public for Summer 2012 at the JCYS George W. Lutz Family Center, on Clavey Road, Highland Park. Programs range for children from 18 months to 5 years. Space is limited. New families are encouraged to call for an appointment or to visit the center. For more information, call Ileane at (847) 433-6001 ext. 116.

Boy Scouts offer many programs year-round for fifth through 12th-grade boys. Call (847) 433-1813.

Firehouse Youth Center at 1830 Green Bay Road, Highland Park; (847) 433-3090 offers the following events: Kid Couriers - takes place at 4 p.m. each Friday. Call Gina at (847) 926-1865.

Midwest Young Artists’ Miniature Young Artists program offers classes for 8- to 18-month-olds, 18 to 36-month-olds, and 3- to 5-year-olds. To register for classes, contact Midwest Young Artists (847) 926-9898.

Family Network Parent/Child Center in Highland Park is open for parents and children (newborn to age four) from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesday through Friday; the first visit is free. Indoor gym time included. For babies and their parents, the Baby & Me Room offers a relaxed play group facilitated by an infant specialist. Thursday mornings, bilingual staff facilitates activities in Spanish and English. The center is open to all, and an adjusted fee is available. Call Terry Beem at (847) 433-0377 for more information, or go to our website at www.familynetworkcenter.org.

Children’s Center of Lakeside Congregation invites families to register today for nursery school, moms and tots programs and more. Children 16 months to 6 years are welcome. For application forms call director Paula Davis, (847) 432-4766.

Music Together for children from birth to 5 years old introduces them to music through playing, singing and movement at Highland Park’s Music Arts School, 477 Elm Place. Call (847) 432-8474 or visit hpmas.org.