Presented by the Bridging Generations Board Members & guests: free; food & drink self-hosted Test your trivia skills at this new monthly event! The first Monday of the month, BGB and Village members will be meeting at D’Agostino’s in Wrigleyville for a few rounds of trivia. All 21+ are welcome but RSVPs are required. ----- […]
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Members & guests–free. RSVP below! This is a virtual Zoom session held every other week, open to anyone who would like to get connected to others, practice skills and exercise their brain. Join us for puzzles and challenges, storytelling and reminiscing in a comfortable and casual environment. These sessions will be an hour long and […]
Registration for this event is now closed 8PM Concert begins at Mary Patricia Gannon Concert Hall, Holtschneider Performance Center, 2330 N Halsted St Self-hosted Dinner prior to the concert at Chengdu Impression Restaurant (2545 N Halsted), which is a two block walk The DePaul Symphony Orchestra presents its first concert of the winter quarter under the direction […]
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Location: via Zoom Members and guests – Free! This ongoing Village discussion group meets online the first Wednesday of each month to discuss a selection of short readings from an anthology published by The Great Books Foundation. Although the group has been meeting for years, they are very welcoming to new members! Readings are found in […]
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Do you love True Crime? Then this is the perfect club for you. Limited to 7 participants, join fellow True Crime afficianados as we delve into The Thursday Murder Club series, written by acclaimed author, Richard Osman. Registering for the book club is a 5 week commitment. Our Thursday Murder Club meets every other Thursday […]
Members & guests–free. To RSVP, please scroll down. The day before each discussion, registered attendees will receive a confirmation email with a link to join via Zoom. RSVP to Join! This is an ongoing discussion group. After you register, you will receive weekly emails with Zoom details and a link to that week’s story. While […]
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Members & guests–free Every Saturday afternoon, join fellow film aficionados of the Village for an in-depth organic discussion of films new and old. Watch the selected film any time–or enjoy the discussion and be persuaded to view it after! This weeks movie is Frankenstein: 2025, 2hr29min, Free on Netflix Guillermo del Toro's (Shape of Water, Pan's Labyrinth) 2025 adaptation […]
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Members & guests: $5 Please click here to register. After you fill out the payment form, please let us know what you are bringing using the form link located on the payment form. Sunday, February 8 , 5:00 p.m., the game starts at 5:30 Location: A Members Lincoln Park Party Room It’s our 3rd Annual […]
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Location: The Village Chicago office (2502 N Clark St) Members & guests: free Join member Ray Enriquez for a welcoming and informal Spanish conversation class. Various levels are welcome – this is a place to practice your spoken Spanish whether you are just beginning or more advanced. Space is limited – register now!
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Members and guests: Members $5 / Non-Members $7 (Click to purchase your ticket) You may have noticed a new fee attached to Life 3.0 events. This fee ensures a commitment to attend the event and helps cover administrative costs. Food and drinks for this event are self-hosted. Pizano’s (61 E Madison) Join us for a […]
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This February, Curious Village presents Village member Bill Wright. Bill will show photos and talk about his 2200-mile, 7-month thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail through 14 states. He will pass around the gear he used and answer questions. Learn why only 15%-20% of the thousands of hikers attempting to hike the entire trail each year […]
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Location: The Village Chicago Office (2502 N Clark) In this thrilling two meeting mini-series, Village member Marsha Dowd will share true crime stories, mysteries, and insights into crimes solved using DNA and identity forensics. Register today by calling 773-248-8700 or emailing [email protected]! Space is limited.
Members & guests–free. To RSVP, please scroll down. The day before each discussion, registered attendees will receive a confirmation email with a link to join via Zoom. RSVP to Join! This is an ongoing discussion group. After you register, you will receive weekly emails with Zoom details and a link to that week’s story. While […]
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Members & guests: free Join member Beverly Livingston for a welcoming and informal French conversation class. This is a place to practice your speaking skills and learn some colloquial French. Various levels are welcome, but some experience is suggested. This event is accessible.
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Members & guests–free Please email [email protected] to register for this program. Every Saturday afternoon, join fellow film aficionados of the Village for an in-depth organic discussion of films new and old. Watch the selected film any time–or enjoy the discussion and be persuaded to view it after! The Perfect Neighbor (2025) Free on Netflix Oscar nominated this […]
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Members & guests–free. RSVP below! Do you want to play fun games and build community with friends online? Join us for games, puzzles, and reminiscing every other week on Zoom for Brain Spa. Connect with others, practice skills and exercise your brain in a comfortable and casual environment. Brain Spa is a great way to […]
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Members & guests: free Join us for the first open rehearsal of 2026! This performance will feature: Klaus Mäkelä conductor Sibelius Lemminkäinen: Four Legends from the Kalevala, Op. 22 R. Strauss Ein Heldenleben, Op. 40 Sibelius Musette from Suite from King Christian II, Op. 27 Please note that this is a rehearsal which means there will be pauses throughout.
Location: via Zoom Members & guests: free. Death Cafe has evolved! Crossing the Bridge is a safe space to share personal feelings about death as we support and learn from each other. In addition to exploring our own thoughts, we talk about books, films, legislative developments, organizations, and other topics related to death and dying. […]
Location: via Zoom Members & guests: free Reading the Rainbow is a bi-monthly book discussion group featuring a lively conversation of LGBTQ+ texts. People of all identities, including allies, are welcome! This month’s selection is Gender Queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe. This graphic memoir recounts writer and illustrator Maia Kobabe's life from childhood to […]
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Do you love True Crime? Then this is the perfect club for you. Limited to 7 participants, join fellow True Crime afficianados as we delve into The Thursday Murder Club series, written by acclaimed author, Richard Osman. Registering for the book club is a 5 week commitment. Our Thursday Murder Club meets every other Thursday […]
Members & guests–free. To RSVP, please scroll down. The day before each discussion, registered attendees will receive a confirmation email with a link to join via Zoom. RSVP to Join! This is an ongoing discussion group. After you register, you will receive weekly emails with Zoom details and a link to that week’s story. While […]
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Members & guests: free. Join us for our Monthly Game Day! We are excited to announce that Game Day will now be held at the Village offices: 2502 N Clark St. Calling all word lovers - this month we'll be playing Scrabble! Join us for laughter and lighthearted competition, and great company! This event […]
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Members & guests–free Every Saturday afternoon, join fellow film aficionados of the Village for an in-depth organic discussion of films new and old. Watch the selected film any time–or enjoy the discussion and be persuaded to view it after! Check back for this week’s film!
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Location: The Village Chicago office (2502 N Clark St) Members & guests: free Join member Ray Enriquez for a welcoming and informal Spanish conversation class. Various levels are welcome – this is a place to practice your spoken Spanish whether you are just beginning or more advanced. Space is limited – register now!
Members & guests: $10 per class (Click to purchase) Aqua Zumba is back! Join us for a refreshing pool workout that mixes fun dance moves with upbeat music. The water adds resistance for a great cardio burn while being easy on the joints. Expect splashes, smiles, and a cool, energizing workout you’ll love! Please note: […]
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Members & Guests: Free. Location: The Village Chicago: 2502 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614 Parking: street parking, metered along Clark, please check area parking signs and restrictions. Dementia Friendly Lincoln Park presents: Dementia Friends Training - LIVE! Presentation, curriculum, and plenty of Q&A, presented by Gia Schultz, MHA, CDP. Become a Dementia Friend with […]
Members & guests: free Special Sponsor Presentation! Register today! Join Village Sponsors John Irwin and Jackie Lafferty Chicago Real Estate for a special Zoom presentation on February 24th at 5PM. John and Jackie will review the main real estate metrics on Chicago’s North Side and explain how these trends are effecting your home values. There […]
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Wednesdays from 1030am-12pm on 2/25 and 3/4 Members & guests: free Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, this two part series is the perfect opportunity to get active and have fun. Pickleball is an increasingly popular sport for people of all ages, and this two part series offers time for experienced players […]
Members & guests: free Want to learn more about the Village? Join us in the Village office to learn more about Village membership while enjoying coffee and pastries. This informal session will provide the opportunity to ask questions and meet a member of the Village staff.
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Location: The Village Chicago Office (2502 N Clark) In this thrilling two meeting mini-series, Village member Marsha Dowd will share true crime stories, mysteries, and insights into crimes solved using DNA and identity forensics. Register today by calling 773-248-8700 or emailing [email protected]! Space is limited.
Members & guests–free. To RSVP, please scroll down. The day before each discussion, registered attendees will receive a confirmation email with a link to join via Zoom. RSVP to Join! This is an ongoing discussion group. After you register, you will receive weekly emails with Zoom details and a link to that week’s story. While […]
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Members & guests: free Join member Beverly Livingston for a welcoming and informal French conversation class. This is a place to practice your speaking skills and learn some colloquial French. Various levels are welcome, but some experience is suggested. This event is accessible.
Are you looking for social connection and a place to meet others living with memory loss and their care partners? Join the Village Chicago and Lincoln Park Branch Library for our monthly Memory Cafe! Memory Cafe offers a comfortable and supportive environment for individuals living with memory loss and their care partners. Enjoy lunch and […]
Come teach and/or learn at this special event presented by the DePaul OT Students. Skill shares are gatherings where people can present a skill- whether it be mending clothing, using a feature on a smartphone, or even a small craft - and also learn from others. This intergenerational event is a great way to exchange […]
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Don your winter regalia and join Village member David Baker for a morning walk at Montrose Point to see what species of birds have braved the winter and if any early migrants have shown up. Sometimes we get treated to roosting owls, and there will be a variety of ducks that winter on Lake Michigan […]
Members & guests–free Every Saturday afternoon, join fellow film aficionados of the Village for an in-depth discussion of films new and old, led by Village member Mel Washburn. Watch the selected film any time–or enjoy the discussion and be persuaded to view it after! Check back for this week’s film!
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