Calendar

  • Virtual Tai Chi

    This program will be held virtually via Zoom. Tai Chi is a healing martial art characterized by slow, flowing movements that emphasize balance, flexibility, and coordination. It involves a series of gentle, continuous movements that engage the entire body, promoting strength and stability while calming the mind. Tai Chi is often described as “meditation in […]

    Free
  • Reading the Rainbow: “In the Dream House” by Carmen Maria Machado

    Reading the Rainbow is a bi-monthly book discussion group featuring a lively conversation of LGBTQ+ texts. This month, we're reading "In the Dream House" by Carmen Maria Machado. This award winning memoir blends genres including horror, sci-fi, and criticism to tell the story of a relationship gone bad. Innovative and engrossing, "In the Dream House" […]

    Free
  • Weekly Walks Around North Pond

    Meet in front of North Pond Restaurant 2610 N. Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL, United States

    Spring is nearly here, and with it the return of our weekly North Pond walks! Enjoy some exercise and conversation every Thursday morning with new and established friends. Registrants receive ongoing reminders, including cancellation notices for inclement weather - no need to register each time. Path is paved and accessible for those using mobility aids. […]

    Free
  • Coffee Chat BYOC

    Location: via Zoom Members only–free. To RSVP, please scroll down. The day before the discussion, a confirmation email will be sent to registered attendees with additional details to join via Zoom. An informal ’round table’ morning coffee chat via Zoom with fellow Villagers to catch up on local issues, share your opinions, ideas, memories, have some […]

    Free
  • Short Story Intergenerational Discussions

    Short Story Intergenerational Discussions

    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 […]

    Free
  • Conversational French

    Chicago Public Library - Lincoln Park Branch 1150 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    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.

    Free
  • Saturday Afternoon at the Movies

    Saturday Afternoon at the Movies

    Zoom Chicago, IL, United States

    Members & guests–free Streaming on Amazon for $6 and other streaming services 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! This week's […]

    Free
  • Spring Bird Walk

    Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary, The Magic Hedge 4400 N. Simonds Dr., Chicago, United States

    Spring is in the air, and the lakefront is bustling with birds making their way north to breed in Wisconsin, Minnesota and Canada. Come join Village member, David Baker, for an early Spring bird walk at Montrose Point. It’s always a thrill to see these intrepid and brightly colored creatures as they refuel for the […]

    Free
  • Brain Spa

    Brain Spa

    Online registration for this event is now closed. Please call 773.248.8700 to register. Members & guests–free. To RSVP, please scroll down. The day before the event, a confirmation email will be sent to registered attendees with details to join via Zoom. This is a virtual session held every other week, open to anyone who would […]

    Free
  • Exercise at Home with Jill Stein

    Exercise at Home with Jill Stein

    Members & guests–$15* per class. Click here to register and you will receive details to join the class via Zoom. To join your first session for FREE, please email [email protected]. Come move your body and have fun! Work on functional/full body strength,joint mobility, posture, balance, pairing movement with breath, and core strength. This one hour class starts with warm […]

FAQs

  • Registration? Required for all events
  • Email Reminder? Sent to all registrants the day before. Zoom link for virtual events included in email 24 hours before.
  • Transportation? If you can provide a ride or need a ride, be sure to let the office know by  emailing [email protected] or calling 773.248.8700. The Village aims to match drivers whenever possible.
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773.248.8700