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Crossing the Bridge

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. […]

Community Care in Action: Preparing Meals for the Hungry

Location: The Village Office (2502 N Clark) Join Us to Help Feed the Homeless on November 20th! We’re calling on Village members to come together for a special effort to support those less fortunate in our community. On Wednesday, November 20th, from 11 AM - 1 PM, we will be gathering at the office to […]

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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 […]

MacTutor: The Photos App All the New Features and Design Update

Members & Guests: $15 Location: Via Zoom The Photos app redesign has been one of the most controversial changes that Apple made in iOS 18, and Apple has made several updates during the beta testing process. There is an entirely new unified look for the ‌Photos‌ along with some neat new features. Our instructor, Mr. […]

Village Scrabble Group

Thursday’s Bi-weekly Location: Member’s Gold Coast Home Members & guests: free. New members welcome! Love scrabble? Join a group of Village members for a fun bi-weekly game at a member’s home. Various skill levels are welcome though players should be familiar with the game. RSVPs are required for each session and space is limited – […]

Village Play Reading Group – DATE CHANGED

Location: A Member's Home Members & guests: free. Please join us to read Almost, Maine by John Cariani. This play is comprised of nine short and sometimes quirky vignettes about love and longing, friendship and isolation, melancholy and hope. The setting is a cold, clear, moonless night in the middle of winter. As the northern lights […]

Short Story Intergenerational Discussions

Members & guests - free. This program is held via Zoom. To RSVP, scroll down; the day before the program all reigstrants 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 […]

Conversational French

Chicago Public Library — Lincoln Belmont Branch 1659 W Melrose, Chicago, IL, United States

Members & guests: free Join member Beverly Livingston for a welcoming and informal French conversation class. Various levels are welcome – this is a place to practice your spoken French whether you are just beginning or more advanced. Space is limited – register now!

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Saturday Afternoon at the Movies

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! 

Brain Spa

Members & guests–free. RSVP below. This is a virtual session held every other week, open to anyone who would like to connect with others and engage or "massage" their brain. Join us for brain activities, reminiscing and sharing stories in a comfortable and casual environment. These sessions are meant to be fun and interactive. Drop […]

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