Calendar

  • Reading the Rainbow: The Lilac People by Milo Todd

    Zoom Chicago, IL, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Sydney Halpern Book Launch at The Book Cellar Lincoln Square

    Join the Life 3.0 Committee in supporting our long time member, Sydney Halpern, in the launch of her new book Infected for Science! Around 8PM we will have self-hosted drinks at a pub or bar nearby. During World War II, religious pacifist David Miller and a group of conscientious objectors signed up for government-sponsored medical […]

    Free
  • Great Books, Great Conversations

    Great Books, Great Conversations
    Zoom Chicago, IL, United States

    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! To accommodate all our participants, […]

    Free
  • Weekly Walks Around North Pond

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

    Members & guests: free The weekly walks are back! 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
  • No Meeting this week! 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.

  • Saturday Afternoon at the Movies

    Saturday Afternoon at the Movies
    Zoom Chicago, IL, United States

    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! Far From Heaven: 2002, 107min, streaming on Amazon & others for $4 In the 1950s, Douglas Sirk […]

    Free
  • Brain Spa

    Brain Spa

    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 […]

    Free
  • Annual Members’ Meeting

    Chicago Theater Works 1113 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, United States

    Members & guests: free! Join us to celebrate the Village community! This fun event is an opportunity to meet members, volunteers, and staff; hear updates about the Village; and share your ideas. Light bites, soft drinks, beer, and wine will be provided; cash bar available for spirits. Members, neighbors, family, and friends are welcome.

    Free

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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