Franklin Park and Northlake calendar - Feb. 5
February 5, 2012 12:30PM
Updated: March 10, 2012 8:12AM
Franklin Park Herald-Journal, with news of Northlake, welcomes items for the Community Calendar, as well as items for Business Briefs, Campus News, Community Briefs, School Digest and Your Page. Items must be received a minimum of 14 days prior to publication, but earlier is better. E-mail items to oakpark@pioneerlocal.com; fax them to (708) 383-3678 send them by mail to Pioneer Press, 1010 W. Lake St., Suite 104, Oak Park, IL 60301. For a complete listing of events go to www.pioneerlocal.com.
Benefits
“Jersey Boys” Leading Cast Sing: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 25 at the East Leyden High School Auditorium, 3400 Rose St., in Franklin Park. The River Grove School Education Foundation will present “Under the Streetlamp,” an intimate night of music with the recent leading cast members of the Chicago production of “Jersey Boys.” Great music from the ‘60s performed by four gentlemen who between them list Broadway, TV and feature films in their résumés. Tickets $40. Limited number of tickets available for the “VIP Meet and Greet” after the event to be held at The Underpass Restaurant and Lounge, 9400 Grand Ave., in Franklin Park. To order tickets visit www.rgsedfoundation.com and click on the “Upcoming Events” tab or call Kathie Bruce at (708) 574-1474.
Clubs
AT&T TelecomPioneers: Forest Life Member Club’s monthly luncheon will be held beginning with cash bar at 11:30 a.m. followed by lunch at 12:30 p.m. March 8 at Bohemian Crystal, 639 N. Blackhawk Drive, Westmont. Entertainment by storyteller Genny Riddle. Cost $20. Reservations by March 1. Call Lorie Kallas at (630) 629-1633.
Et Cetera
Monster Trucks: 2-6 p.m. Feb. 9 Monster Trucks will be making appearances throughout the northwestern suburbs. “Grinder” will be at Advance Auto Parts, 2901 Mannheim Road in Franklin Park; (847) 451-4087. Also “Avenger” will be at Advance Auto Parts, 1387 Lee St., Unit 400, in Des Plaines; (847) 299-5358.
Sensory Friendly Films: 10 a.m. Feb. 25 - “The Secret World of Arrietty”; March 10 - “Dr. Seuss ’The Lorax’ ”; April 7 - “Pirates! Band of Misfits.” AMC Theatres and the Autism Society have teamed up to bring families affected by autism and other disabilities and sensory issues an opportunity to enjoy films in a safe and accepting environment on a monthly basis. In order to provide a more accepting and comfortable setting for children with autism or other special needs, AMC movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up and the sound turned down, families will be able to bring in their own snacks and no previews or advertisements will be shown before the movie. Additionally, audience members are welcome to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing — in other words, AMC’s “Silence is Golden” policy will not be enforced unless the safety of the audience is questioned. Tickets can be purchased on the day of the event. A list and map of participating theaters is available at www.autism-society.org/sensoryfilms. This nationwide event has 148 theaters in 63 markets in the United States and Canada.
Gathering
“The Bridal Experience: Classic, Couture, Contemporary,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. March 25 at The Carleton Hotel of Oak Park, 1110 Pleasant St. Free admission to brides; $10 to other guests. All guests must pre-register to attend. Go online to www.thebridalexperience.eventbrite.com. This event will cater to the chic bride providing her an opportunity to explore options for the wedding with wedding professionals in the industry. Complimentary champagne and wine, facial options, a chance to win prizes, passed hors d’oeuvres and delectable desserts, all to the live music of the Northside Brass’s Jazz Quartet and Jam Music. Bridal Bliss Bags for all brides; free valet parking. Presented by Pamela Hewlett Events, Inc.; pamelahewlettevents@gmail.com; www.pamelahewlettevents.com; (773) 759-8166.
Park Districts
Park District of Franklin Park. Registration required for all programs. Call the Community Center, 9560 Franklin Ave., at (847) 455-2852 unless another number is given. Fitness Center is in Community Center. Pool on Pacific, (847) 455-2858. Ice Arena/Iceland Park, 9711 Waveland Ave., (847) 671-4268. Centre at North Park, 10040 Addison St., (847) 678-4021. James Park, 10600 James St. Fees: In District/Out of District. Website www.fpparks.org. Now available in Spanish and Polish. Special Events
Public Skate Hours: 2-3:30 p.m. Sunday; Noon to 2 p.m. Monday; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday; 7:20-8:50 p.m. Wednesday; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday; None, Friday; 2-3:30 and 8:20-9:50 p.m. Saturday.
Big Band Dance: 2-4:30 p.m. Feb. 12, March 11 and April 5 at the Banquet Hall at North Park. Dance to the sounds of bands from the ’40s and ’50s. Ballroom dancing, waltzing, cha-cha, rumba — whatever you choose. Plenty of mixers to make sure everyone gets a chance to dance. Or watch the dancers while socializing with new and old friends. Door prizes will be awarded so fill out a raffle ticket. The Park District provides soft drinks, coffee and snacks. A cash bar is also available. Adults only. Fee is $9.
Adult Trips
Day trips for adults and families. Visit www.fpparks.org for a listing of trips.
Kids’ Programs
2012-2013 Preschool/Playschool: Register Thursday, March 1. The Playschool year runs from Sept. 6, 2012, to May 2, 2013. The Preschool year runs from Sept. 7, 2012, to May 3, 2013. Call Phyllis Schmidt at (847) 451-8135 with any questions.
After School Program: 3-6 p.m. Monday-Friday at the Community Center. Give kids opportunities for fitness activities and homework help after school. Transportation is available from District 84 schools. Call Dan at (847) 451-8132 for program details. Fee: $8 per child per day of the program and $3 per child per day for transportation.
Youth Activities: For children ages 5-14. Have your child try Stars of Tomorrow Acting Class or Magic Class at the Community Center, just to name a few. For a listing of youth classes offered, call (847) 455-2852 or visit fpparks.org.
Magic Class: 5-5:55 p.m. Feb. 13 at the Community Center. Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn fascinating tricks from the Magic Team of Gary Kantor. Amaze your family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind reading and more. While tricks may appear difficult, you’ll discover that they are quick to learn and easy to perform. All materials are provided, and each child receives a magic kit to take home. Children are grouped by age and learn tricks that are age-appropriate. You can sign up for this class again and again — brand new tricks are taught at each session! Pre-registration is required. Age 5-12. Fee: $18/42.
Teen Events
Overnight Teen Ski Trip: Starts 7 p.m. Feb. 10; Ends 7 a.m. Feb. 11 at Chestnut Mountain, Galena, Ill. Dig out your skis and snowboards, because it’s time for one of the most popular teen programs — IPRA’s All-Night Ski Trip to Galena’s Chestnut Mountain. Enjoy a night of skiing, playing games and hanging out overnight with teens from all over Illinois. Chestnut Mountain features 17 lighted slopes overlooking the Mississippi River, a seven-acre snowboard park with all the half and quarter pipes you could want. Even if you can’t ski or snowboard, come out and enjoy the video arcade, DJ, snack bar and snowside fires to warm up. This trip leaves from the Community Center, 9560 Franklin. Grades 6-12, Fee: $85/$95 for ski/snowboard rental and lift and $65/$75 for lift only; $25 no lift.
Fitness
Adult Fitness: includes Pilates, Tae Kwon Do, T’ai Chi Ch’uan, Yoga, Total Body Fitness, Step/Floor, Zumba, Adult Hip-Hop Cardio and Table Tennis.
Fitness Center hours are: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday-Friday ; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday ; and 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Sunday . Check out the Park District’s rates. The Fitness Center includes two separate rooms and 17 Life Fitness machines. A Fitness Center pass may be obtained at the Community Center, with various membership plans from which to choose. A yearly pass is less than $10 per month.
Junior Memberships: (Ages 11-17): Have your parent register you. The fitness center includes two separate rooms and 17 state-of-the-art Life Fitness machines. A Fitness Center pass may be obtained at the Community Center, with various membership plans to choose from. A yearly pass is less than $10 per month, payment plans are available.
Leyden Township Community Center , 2620 N. Mannheim Road, Franklin Park, just south of Grand Avenue on the west side of Mannheim Road next to the Leyden Township Fire Station; www.leydentownship.com; (847) 451-5144. Registration required for all unless otherwise stated. You must register at least seven days prior to the start date of the class. Fees listed: In District/Out of District.
Special Events
No School Holidays: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Call for more information. Feb. 20, Presidents Day; and/or March 5, Casmir Pulaski Day.
Children’s Programs
Cochiaro’s Movie Night: 6-8 p.m. first Friday of each month (March 2). Ages 5-12. Fee: $5/$7. Kids enjoy a movie on a big screen projector, eat pizza and a soft drink, while Mom and Dad can have two hours for themselves. It’s a great way for the younger children to feel independent also.
Fridays Is For Fun: 1:30-3 p.m. Feb. 10 at Westdale Park. Age: 3-5. Fee: $5/$7.
Tumbling & Gymnastics: 10-10:45 Ages 3-6; 10:45-11:30 a.m. Ages 7-14, Saturdays, Feb. 11-March 17. Fee: $59/$62.
Zumbatomics: (Zumba for kids): Ages 6-9, 5-5:45 p.m. Ages 10-12, 6-6:45 p.m. Toddlers, Ages 3-5, 3:45-4:30 p.m. Mondays, Feb. 13-April 2. Held at Westdale Park. Fee: $40/$46.
Fun for $5: 5:30-7 p.m. Feb. 13. Valentine’s Day Cake Pop Bouquet. Ages 5-12. Fee: $5/$7.
All About Me Art: 5:15-5:45 p.m. Mondays, Feb. 20-March 26. Ages 4-6. Fee: $35/$40.
Intro To Drawing: 5:45-6:30 p.m. Mondays, Feb. 20-March 26. Ages 7-9. Fee: $35/$40.
Intro Into Painting: 6-6:45 p.m. Wednesdays, Feb. 22-March 28. Ages 10-12. Fee: $35/$40.
Arts & Crafts for Toddlers: 11-11:45 a.m. Thursdays, Feb. 23-April 12. Ages 4-5. Fee: $58/$60.
Parent-Tot Art: 10-10:45 a.m. Thursdays, Feb. 23-April 12. Ages 2-3. Fee: $58/$60.
Elementary Cartoon Drawing: 5:15-6:15 p.m. Fridays, Feb. 24-March 23. Ages 6-12, $45 ($47 O/D).
Jr. Basketball Camp: 5:15-6: 15 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 28-March 20. Ages 5-10. Fee: $28/$30.
Creative Movement: Modern Dance 1:30-2 p.m. Saturdays, March 3-April 7. Ages 3-5. Fee: $35/$40.
Beginning Modern Dance: 12:45-1:30 p.m. Saturdays, March 3-April 7. Ages 6-8. Fee: $35/$40.
Intermediate Modern Dance: Noon to 12:45 p.m. Saturdays, March 3-April 7. Ages 9-12. Fee: $35/$40.
Girls on Guard: 1-3 p.m. March 3. Age 10+. Fee: $60/$62.
Soccer & T-Ball Combo: 1-1:45 p.m. Saturdays, March 3-24. Ages 3-4. Fee: $30/$32.
Intro to Ballet: 10-10:30 a.m. Saturdays, March 3-April 7. Ages 3-4. Fee: $35/$40.
Basic Ballet: 10:30-11:15 a.m. Saturdays, March 3-April 7. Ages 5-6. Fee: $30/$40.
Advanced Ballet: 11:15 a.m.-Noon, Saturdays, March 3-April 7. Ages 7-12. Fee: $30.
Pee Wee Nerf Flag Football: 2-2:45 p.m. Saturdays, March 3-24. Ages 4-6. Fee: $30/$35.
Adult & Child Programs
Scrapbooking: 5:30-7 p.m. Feb. 8 (Baby Theme) All ages; under 12 with an adult. Fee: $8/$10.
Woodworking: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Feb. 15 (Project: Catapults). Ages 6+. Fee: $15/$20.
Teen-Adult Drawing & Painting: 6:30-8 p.m. Mondays, Feb. 20-April 9. Ages 13+. Fee: $82/$84.
Beginning Modern Dance: Teens and Adults: 8-9 p.m. Tuesdays, March 6-April 17. Ages 13+. Fee: $35/$40.
Intro to Ballet: Teen and Adults, 7:45-8:45 p.m. Wednesdays, March 7-April 11. Ages 13+. Fee: $35/$40.
Adult Programs
Knitting & Crochet Club: 12:30-3:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Friday. New members welcome! Free.
Thursday Night Volleyball: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, February-May. Ages 18+. Fee: $20/$25. Registration is limited to the first 32 members.
Zumba: 9-10 a.m. Saturdays, Feb. 11-March 31; or 6:15-7:15 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 28-April 17; or 9:30-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Feb. 29-April 18. Ages 18+. Fee: $40/$46 each session.
Belly Dancing: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Feb. 15-March 21. Ages 15+. Fee: $48/$52.
Rubber Stamp Club: 6:30-8:30 p.m. third Tuesday (Feb. 21). Ages 18+. New members welcome! Free.
Zumba Toning: 5:45-6:45 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 23-April 12. Ages 16+; (under 18 with a parent). Fee: $48/$52.
Fitness Boot Camp: 7-7:45 p.m. Thursdays, March 1-April 19; or 9-9:45 a.m. Saturdays, March 10-April 28. Ages 18+. Fee: $85/$90; Daily Rates available.
All Kinds of Art: Adults/ Seniors: 6:45-7:45 p.m. March 7. Ages 18+. Fee: $35/$40.
1-on-1 Fitness Training: Call for available dates and times. February-May, 4. Fee: per session, $85/$90.
Senior Programs
Senior Exercise: 9-10 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. Free to Leyden Township residents.
Fitness Center
Six Month Passes: $45/$65; 1 Year Passes: $80/$120; Daily Passes: $5; Senior Passes: $5/$6 Monthly. You must be 18+ (14+ with a parent, who is also a member) during workout.
Walker, Toddler: (under 6 w/adult): and Open Gym Passes. Passes are good for one year from date of purchase. Fee: $15/$40; Daily $5.
Boxing Facility Passes: Passes good until June 30 or Dec. 30. Ages 8+. Call for current prices.
Veterans Park District facilities are: Bataan Park , 1220 N. Ninth Ave., Melrose Park, (708) 681-6363; Bulger Park , 1601 Hirsch St., Melrose Park, (708) 538-0101; Cimbalo Fitness Center , 1203 N. 24th Ave., Melrose Park, (708) 343-5151; Gouin Park , 2400 Scott St., Franklin Park, (847) 451-0399; Grant Park , 44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake, (708) 343-5270; Kahl Park , 255 Palmer, Northlake; George A. Leoni Community Complex , 800 N. 17th Ave., Melrose Park, (708) 343-5270; Mannheim Park , 2766 Hawthorne Ave., Franklin Park; Trumbull Park , 2311 N. Leyden, River Grove, (708) 453-9860. Registration required for all programs. In-person at Bulger Park, Cimbalo Fitness Center and Grant Park. Call or go online at veteransparkdistrict.org. Fee: In district/Out of district.Teen Programs
Teens on the Town: 6 p.m. Fridays, Feb. 10 and 24 and March 2 and 16. Each week hit the town with your friends and go to a new place. A list of activities will be mailed to registrants. Transport from West Leyden High School, 1000 Wolf Road, Northlake. Pick up is at 6 p.m. at Grant Park. Fee: $28.
Teen Center: (Ages 8-15): 2:45-5:30 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays at Trumbull Park. Play pool, foosball, ping-pong, watch TV or just hang out with your friends. Free.
Teen Advisory Committee: 5-6 p.m. last Wednesday each month in Trumbull Park. Free pizza and refreshments for all who come to participate. Middle and high school members plan trips and events, make new friends and learn new skills.
Public Libraries
Franklin Park Public Library , 10311 Grand Ave. Hours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 1-5 p.m. Sunday. Registration required for all programs unless otherwise stated. Call (847) 455-6016; fax (847) 455-6416; go to www.franklinparklibrary.org; IM askfppl; e-mail fpref@franklinparklibrary.org; Facebook facebook.com/askfppl; Twitter twitter.com/askfppl. Most programs are free.
Board meetings: 7:30 p.m. generally held the first Tuesday of each month and are open to the public. Next meeting: March 6.
Get library notices faster: Sign up to receive library notices directly in your e-mail inbox. Go to franklinparklibrary.org/myaccount. You will need to login with your library card number and personal identification number. Then fill in your e-mail address, and click on “Send.” After sign-up, you will no longer receive notifications for holds by telephone, but directly in your e-mail inbox. Need help? You may also sign-up for the service in-person at the Reference Desk or by calling (847) 455-6016, Ext. 2.
Parent-teacher resources: Some subjects you might be surprised to see include baby sign language, yoga for infants, helping youngsters with the grief process and potty-training. DVD and VHS materials on the topics have been moved into the DVD/VHS collections.
Book sale: The ongoing book sale is constantly restocked to provide greater selection of books to purchase. Remember one bag of books is $1. Items include books in Polish, romances and VHS tapes.
Resolve to Read: The library’s winter reading program will run through March 17. There will be prizes, raffles and the joy of reading. Register at the Reference Desk.
Adult Programs
Knitting & Crochet Group: 1 p.m. Feb. 11 (the second Saturday of the month). Learn tips for knitting and crocheting and to meet other crafters and share projects you’re working on.
The Quilters Circle: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Feb. 15 (the first and third Wednesdays of the month). The group, facilitated by Margaret Mischnick and Lys Shradeja, is following a class format divided into two segments. The first 45-60 minutes will include demonstrations of quilt blocks or other sewing/quilting projects. Everyone is encouraged to share ideas and suggestions or request a demonstration of a specific project or pattern. The second period of the class will include time for working on projects and socializing, as well as opportunities to seek help with anything you may be working on in class or at home. All interested quilters and would-be quilters are invited to stop in and visit the group.
Conversation Circle: 7 p.m. Tuesdays for 12 weeks with the last session April 3. The Conversation Circle is a place to practice English conversation skills in an informal setting. A second group is forming and will meet at 1 p.m. Saturdays through April 7.
Young Adult Programs
Teen Advisory Board: Meeting, 5 p.m. Feb. 13. Teen Tech Week is a few weeks away. Help the board get ready to “Geek Out @ Your Library.” New members are welcome.
YA Book Club: 6 p.m. Feb. 23. Join in a discussion of the Abraham Lincoln Award nominee Tweak: Growing Up on Methamphetamines by Nic Sheff. Books will be available at the Circulation Desk.
Minecraft Building Competition: 1 p.m. Feb. 25. Join in at the Square and build a monster-proof structure. Prizes will be awarded to some participants. You will need a registered Minecraft account to compete. Bring your laptop, if you have one.
Youth Programs
Chess & Checkers: 4 p.m. Feb. 11. Ages 4 and up.
Story Time: 4 or 7 p.m. Wednesdays, Feb. 15, 22 and 29. Ages 3 and up.
Other Programs
Computer Tutorials: Sign up for a free tutorial on Computer Basics, Internet, E-mail, or Microsoft Office software. Call (847) 455-6016, Ext. 2 or sign up in the library. También en español.
eReader and eBooks Demos: Are you interested in learning what the fuss is about eBooks and eReaders? Let us show you firsthand how you can download free eBooks and audiobooks to an eReader with your Franklin Park Library card. Call (847) 455-6016, Ext. 2 or stop by the Reference Desk to make an appointment.
Homebound Service: (for blind and physically disabled). The library has a homebound service for people who are unable to go to the library due to physical limitations. Someone will deliver and pick up requested items. Also, if you are a Franklin Park resident, you can be set up with books on CD through the Voices of Vision program. You will be provided with the equipment and a variety of reading materials. Call Janet Lynch Forde at (847) 455-6016 or e-mail jforde@franklinparklibrary.org.
Northlake Public Library , 231 N. Wolf Road; (708) 562-2301. Hours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 1-5 p.m. Sunday (September-May). Registration is required for all programs, unless otherwise stated.
Become A Donor, Save A Life: 1:30-5 p.m. Feb. 12. Enter the Marrow Registry at the library. Thousands of patients with leukemia and other life-threatening diseases depend on the Be The Match Registry to find a match to save their life. If you’re ever found to be a match, the process of donating can be similar to donating blood platelets. To enter the Be the Match Registry requires a mouth swab and completion of a questionnaire. Donors must be between the ages of 18 and 60 years old and meet certain health guidelines.
Register to Vote: The last date to register to vote and participate in the March Primary is Feb. 21. Staff is available most days to accept voter registration. Remember to bring two pieces of identification, including one with current address.
College Financial Aid Advice: 5-6 p.m. Feb. 15 - Part 1,”Financial Aid: What is it?” and 5-6 p.m. Feb. 21 - Part 2, “Fill Out Your FAFSA.” The Free Application for Federal Student Aid due date is just around the corner. Get advice from Illinois Student Assistance Commission on what financial aid is, how to apply and how the FAFSA works into all this. Make sure you know all your options. All of this will be covered in Part 1. In Part 2, you can fill out your FAFSA and receive expert answers to questions about the form. Both events are for students, parents and nontraditional students. Questions? Call (708) 562-2301 or e-mail askus@northlakelibrary.org.
One More Chapter Book Club: One More Chapter Book Club meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at Casa San Carlo, 420 N. Wolf Road, in Northlake. Next meeting Feb. 22. Help pick titles for March.
Religion Notes
Ekklesia: a Christian adult education organization, will present “Being Instruments of Peace: What does that Mean for Us Today?” at 9:15 a.m. Feb. 15 at St. Giles’ McDonough Hall, 1101 N. Columbian Ave., Oak Park. The Rev. Ed Shea, OFM, originally from St. Giles and now at St. Peter’s in Chicago, will discuss what it means for us to be Christians in today’s multicultural, multi-religious world. Join in this time of prayer and reflection. Be prepared to sing. The lecture fee is $6. Free coffee for attendees. The hall is wheelchair accessible.
St. Giles Parish: invites all to a Lenten Parish Mission, “Walking with Jesus in the Gospel of Mark,” at 7 p.m. Feb. 26-28 in St. Giles Church, located at Greenfield Street and Columbian Avenue, Oak Park. Megan McKenna, author, theologian, storyteller and lecturer, will lead participants through the Sunday gospels of Lent. Learn what the gospel stories have to say about conversion, morality, economics, service, compassion and living an authentic life today. Call (708) 383-3430 for information.
Vajrayana Kadampa Buddhist Center: invites you to “Food for Thought - Celebrating Love,” from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Feb. 11 at 13 Harrison St., Oak Park. The evening will feature teaching by Buddhist monk Gen Kelsang Dorje, with meditation and vegetarian Indian dinner. Share a Valentine dinner with those you love. First, enjoy a meditation and advice on developing cherishing love. Then, proceed to treat yourself to an Indian-inspired meal of grilled vegetables in spices, along with brown rice and jasmine tea, and ending with a mango sorbet with mint — with an order of conversation on the side. Cost is $20. Make reservations in advance by emailing info@meditateinchicago.org or calling (708) 763-0132; www.meditateinchicago.org.
Zen Life & Meditation Center: New location at 38 Lake St., in Oak Park. The Center helps individuals live a Zen-inspired life of openness, empathy and clarity. A variety of offerings, private counseling, reiki and retreats. Day of Mindfulness: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 11. Retreat conducted in silence. Talk, optional private interviews with teacher, work practice, light body work, homemade Zen lunch and a closing council circle. Informal and open retreat for beginners wanting to strengthen their mindfulness practice. Cost: $65; $50 for members. (708) 689-1220 or www.zlmc.org.
Reunions
St. John Vianney: Catholic Elementary School in Northlake is turning 60 years old in 2012 and the SJV Alumni Association is planning a huge party on July 21. The Alumni Association is looking for all alumni, teachers and parents from the Class of 1955 through the Class of 2011. If you were a teacher, parent or you graduated from St. John Vianney between 1955 and 2011, contact Mary Rioux-Martorelli, Class of 1970, at pandm214@aol.com or Jeanette Lentini-Foley, Class of 1982, at jeanettefoley@comcast.net for more details visit the reunion website at www.sjvreunion.com. If you do not have access to the Internet feel free to call Mary Rioux-Martorelli at (708) 562-9225.
Seniors
ARCC: (Active Retired Citizens Club) meets noon to 2 p.m. twice monthly, the first and third Friday of the monthon the Triton College Campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove. The ARCC is an activity and social club for community residents who are young at heart, and interested in expanding their social and intellectual life through adult education and community programs. Dues are $12 in district and $15 out of district. For more information, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3603.
Westdale Senior Club: Looking for new members. Open to any Leyden Township resident (Elmwood Park, Franklin Park, Schiller Park, Rosemont, Melrose Park and Northlake north of North Avenue, and unincorporated Leyden) 55+ to become a member. The club meets at noon Wednesdays in Northlake’s Sandra Vasquez Community Center, 316 LaPorte Ave., in Millennium Park. Club members enjoy Bingo and snacks weekly, food events monthly and special events quarterly. (847) 455-7738 or (708) 562-8290.
Trailside Museum
Trailside Museumof Natural Historyis at 738 Thatcher Ave., River Forest (Chicago and Thatcher avenues) and is run by Cook County Forest Preserve District. Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise stated. Call (708) 366-6530. Most programs are free.
Darwin Day Celebration: Noon to 3 p.m. Feb. 12. It’s Charles Darwin’s Birthday! Celebrate this naturalist’s birthday with Trailside naturalists, and explore adaptations, fitness, selection and survival of species through educational activities and displays. Drop-in program for adults and children.
Nature Story Times: 10:30 a.m. Feb. 16. Nature-inspired stories, crafts and activities for ages 3-5 with an adult. Fee: $1 per child.
Morning Fitness Hike: 9 a.m. Feb. 18. Join in a brisk naturalist-led walk on the museum’s scenic trails to see what’s happening in nature this month. Adult program; dress for the weather!
Warm Hearts, Cold Noses Hike: 1 p.m. Feb. 19. Join in a late winter nature walk through beautiful Thatcher Woods. Dress for the weather! Family program.
Trailside Museum: is open Feb. 20, Presidents Day.
Nature Fun: 1-3 p.m. Feb. 20. Drop in for nature-related crafts and educational activities. Family program.
Owl Secrets: 1 p.m. Feb. 26. Children ages 8 and up with an adult are invited to learn amazing facts about owls through touchable owl artifacts and fun activities including dissecting owl pellets. Fee: $1 per child.
Volunteers
Send News of Volunteer Opportunities: for Community Calendars, to oakpark@pioneerlocal.com or call (708) 524-4417.
Aging Well Community Action Teams: are composed of volunteers who work together to address needs of older adults in their communities. For information on how you can participate on a team call (708) 354-1323, Ext. 19.
Seguin Seeks Older Adults: Make a difference in your community. Seguin Services is seeking adult volunteers, age 55 or older, to volunteer with FIIVE Chicago (Fostering Intergenerational Inclusive Volunteer Engagement in Chicago). It is a volunteer program in which young people with disabilities partner with older adult mentors to engage in service to their communities together. Seguin is seeking volunteers to attend training in February or March and commit to volunteering six hours per month for nine months. The volunteers will mentor young adults as they volunteer together at area soup kitchens, animal shelters, for environmental causes, with foster children, in nursing homes or hospitals, and with homebound older adults. For information or to volunteer, call Casey Burke of Seguin, at (708) 222-2288.
West Suburban PADS: Several openings for volunteers. Contact Shelter Manager Emily Aker at shelter@westsuburbanpads.org or (708) 338-1724, Ext. 228. Also: Are you interested in a regular, 20-hours-per-week volunteer position answering the telephone at the Administrative Offices in Maywood? Contact Lynda Schueler at lschueler@westsuburbanpads.org or (708) 338-1724, Ext. 223. Also: Spring Cleaning: at the daytime, weekday Support Center in Maywood, 1851 S. 9th Ave. If you are interested and available between 3 and 5 p.m. on a Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday, or between 1 and 5 p.m. on a Wednesday, contact Supportive Services Manager Justin Schloer at jschloer@westsuburbanpads.org or (708) 338-1724, Ext. 235. Also: Sack Lunch Providers: needed for March 28. Sack lunches for 54 guests. Drop-off lunches at the shelter between 6:30-9 p.m. that evening, to be served the next morning as guests leave the shelter. Also: Friday Night Drivers Needed: Drivers are needed to take shelter guests from St. Eulalia’s Catholic Church,1851 S. 9th Ave., in Maywood to the shelter site at St. John’s Lutheran, 305 S. Circle Ave, Forest Park. These guests attend job training and a support group until 6:45 p.m. They then need a ride directly to the shelter site. Your total commitment is about 30 minutes each Friday. You may volunteer for as many Friday nights per month as you wish. Visit online at www.westsuburbanpads.org; on Facebook at www.facebook.com/wspads; and on Twitter at WestSubPADS. West Suburban PADS exists to serve individuals who are homeless, or at risk of homelessness, with dignity and respect, through shelter, housing, preventive and supportive services.
The Frank Lloyd Wright: Preservation Trust is seeking volunteers to assist at the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio in Oak Park, Wright’s Robie House in Chicago’s Hyde Park neighborhood, and The Rookery Building in Chicago’s Loop. Volunteer orientation sessions occur monthly at all three National Historic landmarks and interested parties are encouraged to contact the Preservation Trust at volunteer@gowright.org; e-mail volunteer@gowright.org; or call (708) 725-3817.
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