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Exploring Watercolor Painting

The Village Chicago Office 2502 n clark st, Chicago, IL

Wednesdays, bi-weekly through September 18 Members & guests: $10 Join member Ray Enriquez for a bi-weekly session of watercolor painting - no experience required!  Participants will explore creative expression in a relaxed, social environment, and learn some basics of watercolors along the way. Registration cost includes a paint set, brushes, and paper. You are also […]

Free

Summer Brunch at the Chicago Yacht Club, Presented by the Men’s Group

Chicago Yacht Club 400 E. Monroe, Chicago, IL, United States

Location: Chicago Yacht Club (400 E Monroe) Members & guests: $72.10 per person (click here to purchase tickets) (includes brunch buffet, dessert, non-alcoholic & alcoholic beverages, tax, tip and parking) Join Rick Stuckey and the Men’s Group for a popular Village tradition – the Annual Summer Brunch at the Chicago Yacht Club (400 E Monroe)! […]

That Tomato Ain’t This Tomato

Members & guests- free! RSVP to register HERE. * A Chicago Area Villages, Aging Brain and Body Program Event About the Event: Zoom in to watch and hear Connie Spreen talk about why we should shop at our local farmer’s market. Oh those tomatoes! Connie tells us they may look alike, but they are not […]

Reading the Rainbow Man O’ War by Cory McCarthy presented by The LGBTA Committee

Members & guests: free. Location: via ZoomReading the Rainbow will be reading Man O' War by Cory McCarthy for August. It is "An achingly honest and frequently hilarious coming-of-age novel about an Arab American trans teen fighting to keep their head above water in a landlocked Midwestern town." People of all identities, including allies, are […]

Free

Grant Park Music Festival, Fascinating Rhythm: Gershwin and Friends, Presented by The Life 3.0 Committee

Great Lawn at the Pritzker Pavilion 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL, United States

  Members & guests: free Presented by The Life 3.0 Committee Location: The Great Lawn at the Pritzker Pavilion Members and guests:  Free; Bring your own dinner, beverage and a blanket or fold-up chair S’sonderful, s’marvelous, s’an evening of irresistible songs of George Gershwin, Irving Berlin and more.    Let’s picnic together as we enjoy The […]

Free

Weekly Walks Around North Pond

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

Meet in front of North Pond Restaurant (2610 N. Cannon) Members & guests: free Enjoy some exercise and conversation every Thursday morning with new and established friends. Path is paved and accessible for those using mobility aids. Note: Once you RSVP for a North Pond walk, you will receive weekly reminders moving forward unless otherwise […]

Free

Coffee Chat BYOC

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 laughs and […]

Free

Neuroscience of Brain Training: BrainHQ

Members & guests- free! RSVP below to register. This event will be presented virtually via Zoom. About the Event: Tune into this presentation to learn about how the brain can rewire itself through brain training to build better brain health. We'll talk about the science of brain plasticity, the link between brain plasticity and brain health, […]

Free

Short Story Intergenerational Discussions

Members & guests - free. This program is held via Zoom. To RSVP, scroll down; the day before the program all registrants will be sent a link to join. Join the Bridging Generations Board for more short story discussions! This lively group has been meeting for some time, but always welcomes new members. Folks of […]

Free

Saturday Afternoon at the Movies

Members & guests–free Available to rent for $3.99 or buy for $6.99 on Amazon or included with a subscription to Netflix. 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 […]

Free
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  • For virtual programs, links will be sent to registered attendees via email the day before the event.
  • For in-person programs, The Village Chicago aims to match participating members by request to Village events when other members who are attending the event are able to provide transportation.  When registering, please let the Village office know if you are able to drive or would like a ride by emailing [email protected] or calling 773.248.8700.
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