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SUMMARY:Short Story Intergenerational Discussions
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRSVP 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 the group meets weekly\, members and guests are welcome to drop in for one or all discussions. \n  \nThis week’s story is TBD \n 
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/short-story-intergenerational-discussions-44/
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SUMMARY:Quality of Life Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Location: Via Zoom\nMembers & guests: free. \nThis group will meet bi-weekly. Please make sure to register each time to attend. \nThe purpose of this group is to give Village members the opportunity to discuss quality of life issues in an \ninformal\, non-judgmental group setting. It will be led by Murray Manus\, a Village member who is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and who has a private\, online therapy practice. The group will be held via Zoom. Anyone can attend any session but you must RSVP in advance as there is a limit of 8 people per group meeting. \nTopics to be discussed will include such issues as: healthy relationships\, life fulfillment\, anger management\, conflict resolution\, getting one’s needs met\, and the like. Hopefully\, by attending\, you can gain some insights about how to successfully address problem areas in your life and achieve more joy and life satisfaction. \nMurray Manus is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Illinois and has been a social\nworker for over 15 years with a concentration in mental health. He has worked in community\nmental health for many years\, where he led groups every week\, and for the past 4 years has\nhad his own personal online therapy practice. In his therapy work he relies primarily upon the\nprinciples of humanistic therapy and positive psychology\, which focus upon a person’s\nstrengths and what is right with them rather than what is “wrong”. He helps people identify their own inner strengths and facilitates their ability to use those strengths to create the most\njoyful\, fulfilling and meaningful life possible.
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/quality-of-life-discussion-group/
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SUMMARY:Lunch at The Bagel
DESCRIPTION:Members & guests: free; Lunch self-hosted \nJoin us for lunch at The Bagel\, a Lakeview staple serving classic Jewish deli food. All are welcome at this self-hosted meal\, but please RSVP so we know how many to expect.
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/lunch-at-the-bagel/
LOCATION:The Bagel Restaurant\, 3107 N Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
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SUMMARY:Saturday Afternoon at the Movies
DESCRIPTION:Members & guests–free \nThis week’s film is Hoosiers: 1986\, 1hr 54min\, R.T. 92%\, on Amazon and others. Watch beforehand and join for a lively conversation!\n\nCelebrating Gene Hackman\, here’s a traditional high-school sports drama from the 1980s. Failed college coach Gene Hackman is hired to coach a small Indiana basketball team. Like most outsiders in a small Indiana town\, no one likes him. He has to earn the trust of the town\, his players\, himself. Does he succeed? It’s a great\, quiet\, well-done story based on a true story from the 1950s. Dennis Hopper got his only acting Oscar nomination for the film as the recovering alcoholic assistant coach. Also with Barbara Hershey. Roger Ebert gave it 4 stars.
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/saturday-afternoon-at-the-movies-52/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cancelled this week: Conversational Spanish
DESCRIPTION:This session is cancelled – the group will resume on August 25 \nLocation: The Village Chicago office (2502 N Clark St) \n\n\nMembers & guests: free\n\nJoin 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!
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/conversational-spanish-25/
LOCATION:Village Office\, 2502 N. Clark\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
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SUMMARY:Exercise at Home with Jill Stein
DESCRIPTION: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 celebrate@thevillagechicago.org. \nCome 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 up movements\, moves to balance\, posture and resistance exercises\, and finishes with seated core and stretching exercises. \nClass is done standing\, using a wall and seated. Any standing movements can be mimicked in a chair if needed. Modify as needed\, or ask for alternative movements during demos. \nFor the class\, have a stable chair (like a dining table chair)\, and two light hand weights (two water bottles or two cans) to use for resistance exercises. Wear athletic shoes that secure onto your feet and have water to drink. Dress in clothes you can move in comfortably and dress in layers that are easy to remove if you get warm. \nAbout Jill Stein \nInstructor Jill Stein is a veteran group exercise instructor and personal trainer with over 20 years of experience and over 15 years experience working with older adults. \n 
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/exercise-at-home-with-jill-stein-2-2/2025-08-12/
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour with the Life 3.0 Committee
DESCRIPTION:Members & guests: free; food and drinks\, self-hosted. \nOnline registration for this event is now closed. Please call 773-248-8700 or email info@thevillagechicago.org to be added to the waitlist.  \nJoin us for a casual\, member-organized happy hour at a different location each month\, with no agenda other than great conversation. \nThis month the group will be meeting at Tuco and Blondie (3358 N Southport) \nSeparate registration required for Hotel Chocolat (3334 N Southport) Tasting at 6:45PM \nJoin the Life 3.0 Committee for Happy Hour! Life 3.0 is a lively\, welcoming group who are exploring together how we want to live and work as we move into retirement and beyond. But mostly\, we like getting together for some really good times! \nAfter Happy Hour\, at 6:45PM we invite you to join us at Hotel Chocolat down the street for a “Chocolate Love Match” tasting experience. This tasting is complimentary\, but reservation is required. \nThis is a recurring\, in person event; once you sign up\, you will continue to receive emails for upcoming events.
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/happy-hour-with-the-life-3-0-committee-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T170000
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SUMMARY:Modern Choices for After Life Care
DESCRIPTION:Members & guests- free! \nLocation- via Zoom \nOnline registration for this program has ended. Zoom information below\, if you are interested in attending. If you have any questions\, please email brooke@thevillagechicago.org. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81685127284?pwd=mZcsjisVa3qbDSOrbaQavbaK6U7r6R.1 \nMeeting ID: 816 8512 7284\nPasscode: CAV \n*This program is brought to you by the Chicago Area Villages Collaborative\, as the second session of our End-of-Life Series. Stay posted for information about our September and October sessions of this series.\n\nDuring this virtual session\, we’ll learn about evolving trends and options in body disposition. Learn the key differences between traditional and green cremation and burial\, emerging technologies in the death care industry\, and innovative approaches like Organic Human Reduction (composting) as well as body donation to science. Whether you’re planning ahead or simply curious\, this session offers valuable insights into meaningful\, environmentally conscious\, and science-supportive choices.\n\nAbout the presenter: Brooke Benjamin is a partner at Inclusive Funeral Care (IFC)\, a lower-cost alternative to the funeral home system. \nA Chicago-born Funeral Director and Celebrant with nearly 30 years of experience\, her main purpose in life is to be useful to others. She finds people endlessly\, boundlessly fascinating. \nIFC performs burials\, funerals\, cremations\, celebrations of lives\, pet services\, dispositions\, merchandise. Green Options available. \nIFC ‘s philosophy: beyond disposition of human remains\, The Law\, and spiritual/religious imperatives\, whatever path a family chooses should promote (rather than preclude) healing and preserve an individual’s memory. \nSome clients don’t give one iota about healing or memory and value efficiency/affordability above all\, and that’s fine\, too. Different strokes for different folks\, and this should not be highway robbery. \nwww.InclusiveFuneralCare.com \n\n \n \n\nWhat is the Chicago Area Villages Collaborative? \n\n\nThere are eight “Villages” in the Chicago area\, all part of the International Village Movement—grassroots organizations of older adults designed to help people age and thrive in their communities. Each Village reflects its community and leadership. \n\n\nWe invite you to contact a Village in your area to learn more about what we do and how you can join. \n\n\nSouth Loop\, Bronzeville: South Loop Village\, https://www.southloopvillage.org/ \n\n\nOak Park/ River Forest: Arbor West Neighbors\, https://www.arborwestneighbors.org/join \n\n\nSouth Side/Hyde Park: Hyde Park Village\, https://www.chpv.org/ \n\n\nFar North Side: Edgewater Village Chicago https://www.evchicago.org/ \n\n\nNorth Shore suburbs: North Shore Village https://www.nsvnetwork.org/ \n\n\nEdgewater Beach Apartments: LiveAgeWell\, https://www.liveagewell.com/ \n\n\nStreeterville\, River North\, Gold Coast\, Loop: Skyline Village Chicago https://www.skylinevillagechicago.org/ \n\n\nLincoln Park\, Near North side: The Village Chicago https://www.thevillagechicago.org/ \n\n\n  \n\n 
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/modern-choices-for-after-life-care/
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SUMMARY:Reading the Rainbow: A Boy's Own Story by Edmund White
DESCRIPTION:Location: via Zoom \nMembers & guests: free. \nReading the Rainbow is a bi-monthly book discussion group featuring a lively conversation of LGBTQ+ texts. People of all identities\, including allies\, are welcome! \nIn recognition of the recent passing of seminal LGBTQ+ writer Edmund White\, in August we are reading his classic 1982 novel\, A Boy’s Own Story. A semi-autobiographical coming of age story about a young boy growing up in the 1950s\, A Boy’s Own Story is the first in a trilogy depicting the struggles and triumphs of finding love and community in a homophobic society. \nA Boy’s Own Story is available in paperback\, kindle\, and audiobook forms.
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/reading-the-rainbow-a-boys-own-story-by-edmund-white/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:Weekly Walks around North Pond
DESCRIPTION: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. \n 
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/weekly-walks-around-north-pond-22/
LOCATION:Meet in front of North Pond Restaurant\, 2610 N. Cannon Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T113000
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SUMMARY:Coffee Chat BYOC
DESCRIPTION:Location: via Zoom\n\n\nMembers 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. \nAn 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 increase your ‘people connections’ through laughter and fellowship. All are welcome! \nOPEN TOPIC\nInstead of selecting a predetermined topic\, we invite members to pour yourself a cup\, and let the conversation flow naturally! Registration required and space is limited.
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/coffee-chat-byoc-24/
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SUMMARY:Short Story Intergenerational Discussions
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRSVP 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 the group meets weekly\, members and guests are welcome to drop in for one or all discussions. \n 
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/short-story-intergenerational-discussions/2025-08-14/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T170000
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SUMMARY:Short Story Intergenerational Discussions
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRSVP 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 the group meets weekly\, members and guests are welcome to drop in for one or all discussions. \nThis week’s story is TBD
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/short-story-intergenerational-discussions-45/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T110000
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SUMMARY:In-Person Sound Meditation
DESCRIPTION:  \nLocation: Outdoor Space at Village Member’s Lincoln Park Home \nMembers & guests: free. \nJoin the Village this July for an outdoor event that will soothe the mind and soul. Experience sound meditation with Jill Stein\, in-person! Come join us to hear the relaxing sounds of crystal and Tibetan singing bowls\, a steel tongue drum and gongs. This event is accessible.\n*Zoom access available upon request \nAbout our Instructor: \nJill Stein is a certified Sound Healer through Life Changing Energy since 2022. Between her degree in psychology and her love of helping others increase their wellness\, she found her path to teaching and speaking. She is also a certified group exercise instructor and personal trainer through the Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA)\, a global leader in fitness certification. She has been teaching group fitness classes and done personal training since 2000.
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/in-person-sound-meditation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T120000
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SUMMARY:Conversational French
DESCRIPTION:Members & guests: free\n\n\nJoin 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.
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/conversational-french-22/
LOCATION:Chicago Public Library – Lincoln Park Branch\, 1150 W Fullerton Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
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SUMMARY:Monthly Game Day
DESCRIPTION:Members & guests: free. \nThis month’s Game Day features the classic card game Euchre — a trick-taking favorite full of\nstrategy\, teamwork\, and just the right amount of friendly rivalry. Whether you’re a seasoned\nplayer or just learning the ropes\, come join the fun and test your skills. Partners\, trump suits\,\nand plenty of laughs await. \nAll are welcome — bring your game face and let’s deal you in! \n \n  \n 
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/monthly-game-day-5/
LOCATION:Chicago Public Library – Lincoln Park Branch\, Small Meeting Room\, 1150 W. Fullerton\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T110000
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SUMMARY:The Men's Group Tour of The Underground Railroad
DESCRIPTION:Please note there is no Men’s Group Meeting on Wednesday\, August 13th. \nMen’s Group Tour of The Underground Railroad \nSaturday\, August 16\, 11AM \nPlease note\, cars will now depart from the Village at 11 AM\, not 10 AM as originally announced. \nLocation: Carpool meets at the Village office (2502 N Clark St)\nDriving around one hour to 744 E 134th Place\, Chicago\, near Dolton. \nJoin the Men’s Group for this special outing. The tour will include a safe house\, the African American Water Trail\, and more. The group will also ride on a pontoon boat (10 person minimum required). \nAlternatively\, people who want to kayak for up to 3 miles each way can rent kayaks. \nImportant information: The $40 charge applies only to those who wish to ride the pontoon boat.  Anyone who wants to paddle a rental kayak does not have to pay the $40 as kayak rentals are paid separately.  Please email info@thevillagechicago.org to reserve your spot if you are kayaking\, as you do not need to fill out the payment form. \nWe are still awaiting word from the organizer as to what the charge for renting kayaks is\, and what the food costs. We will update you with that information as soon as we can. Thank you for your patience and understanding. \nThe price of $40 not including the Caribbean Cuisine\, chef prepared meal which is self-hosted and paid for on site. \nCarpooling is suggested and will be arranged for this event. \nPlease email Info@thevillagechicago.org to register\, volunteer as a driver or receive more information about this event.
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/7384/
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SUMMARY:Saturday Afternoon at the Movies
DESCRIPTION:Members & guests–free \nEvery 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! \nThis week’s film is Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019): 2hr.40min\, R.T. 86%\, On Amazon & others \n\nQuentin Tarantino’s ninth film takes us to 1969 Hollywood where actor Rick Dalton (Leo DiCaprio)\, who used to be great in Westerns and a TV show\, is struggling to stay significant\, or just recognized. He pals around with his stunt double Cliff Booth (Brad Pitt)\, who chauffeurs him everywhere (why is funny … and sad) and who consoles him when he’s down. They live in a nice house next to Roman Polanski and Sharon Tate (brilliantly played by Margot Robbi) … and not far from a really cool commune where lots of attractive young women hang out\, one being Margaret Qualley (Demi Moore’s better half in The Substance). Nominated for best picture\, director\, screenplay\, actor\, supporting actor academy awards. Brad Pitt won for his role.
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/saturday-afternoon-at-the-movies-54/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T120000
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SUMMARY:Brain Spa
DESCRIPTION:Online registration is now closed for this event Please call 773-248-8700 or email info@thevillagechicago.org to register. \nMembers & guests–free. RSVP below! \nThis 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 are meant to be fun and interactive. You don’t need to attend all sessions to participate\, feel free to drop in whenever you would like!
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/brain-spa-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173125
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SUMMARY:Exercise at Home with Jill Stein
DESCRIPTION: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 celebrate@thevillagechicago.org. \nCome 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 up movements\, moves to balance\, posture and resistance exercises\, and finishes with seated core and stretching exercises. \nClass is done standing\, using a wall and seated. Any standing movements can be mimicked in a chair if needed. Modify as needed\, or ask for alternative movements during demos. \nFor the class\, have a stable chair (like a dining table chair)\, and two light hand weights (two water bottles or two cans) to use for resistance exercises. Wear athletic shoes that secure onto your feet and have water to drink. Dress in clothes you can move in comfortably and dress in layers that are easy to remove if you get warm. \nAbout Jill Stein \nInstructor Jill Stein is a veteran group exercise instructor and personal trainer with over 20 years of experience and over 15 years experience working with older adults. \n 
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/exercise-at-home-with-jill-stein-2-2/2025-08-19/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173125
CREATED:20250717T185459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T142626Z
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SUMMARY:Crossing the Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Location: via Zoom\nMembers & guests: free.\n\nDeath 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. All are welcome! \n\nFor August\, host Gloria St John will be sharing a special presentation on Sacred Thresholds. \nSACRED THRESHOLD: A Guide to Creating Sacred Time and Space for the Dying\n“Sacred” – worthy of awe and respect\n“Thresholds” – points of spiritual transition where time seems to stand still\nSacred Threshold is a guide to creating a sacred environment for dying whether at\nhome or in the hospital. The idea of the sacred is larger than\, and separate from\,\nreligion\, although the two ideas have been confused\, with the result that the\nsacred has been systematically excluded from ordinary culture. Most end of life\npreparation focuses on legal and medical preparation with little thought given to\nthe actual final time. Sacred Threshold shows how the weeks\, days\, and hours of\none’s death can be transformed into a more meaningful experience with\nintention and the use of ordinary objects that soothe the senses. Although this\nmay not be desired by or possible for everyone\, for those who want it\, Sacred\nThreshold makes it easy to prepare for this experience\, whether one’s own or\nanother’s. Join Gloria St John in this clear and motivating PowerPoint\npresentation. \n\n 
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/crossing-the-bridge-11/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173125
CREATED:20250724T133600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T133710Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Walks around North Pond
DESCRIPTION: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. \n 
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/weekly-walks-around-north-pond-23/
LOCATION:Meet in front of North Pond Restaurant\, 2610 N. Cannon Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173125
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SUMMARY:Short Story Intergenerational Discussions
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRSVP 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 the group meets weekly\, members and guests are welcome to drop in for one or all discussions. \n 
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/short-story-intergenerational-discussions/2025-08-21/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173125
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T174710Z
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SUMMARY:Short Story Intergenerational Discussions
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRSVP 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 the group meets weekly\, members and guests are welcome to drop in for one or all discussions. \nThis week’s reading is TBD. \n 
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/short-story-intergenerational-discussions-46/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173125
CREATED:20250717T203135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T161623Z
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SUMMARY:Quality of Life Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Location: Via Zoom\nMembers & guests: free. \nGroup meets bi-weekly on Fridays. Please register each time and email celebrate@thevillagechicago.org if you need to cancel. \nThe purpose of this group is to give Village members the opportunity to discuss quality of life issues in an informal\, non-judgmental group setting. It will be led by Murray Manus\, a Village member who is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and who has a private\, online therapy practice. The group will be held via Zoom. Anyone can attend any session but you must RSVP in advance. \nTopics to be discussed will include such issues as: healthy relationships\, life fulfillment\, anger management\, conflict resolution\, getting one’s needs met\, and the like. Hopefully\, by attending\, you can gain some insights about how to successfully address problem areas in your life and achieve more joy and life satisfaction. \nMurray Manus is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Illinois and has been a social\nworker for over 15 years with a concentration in mental health. He has worked in community\nmental health for many years\, where he led groups every week\, and for the past 4 years has\nhad his own personal online therapy practice. In his therapy work he relies primarily upon the\nprinciples of humanistic therapy and positive psychology\, which focus upon a person’s\nstrengths and what is right with them rather than what is “wrong”. He helps people identify their own inner strengths and facilitates their ability to use those strengths to create the most\njoyful\, fulfilling and meaningful life possible.
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/quality-of-life-discussion-group-2/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173125
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T195346Z
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SUMMARY:Memory Cafe
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you to attend this new program offering\, in partnership with our local Lincoln Park Branch Library (1150 W Fullerton). \nThis monthly Memory Café offers a comfortable and supportive environment for individuals with memory loss and their care partners. Make friends\, have lunch and have fun! \nActivities at this event will be thematic and will include games\, arts and crafts\, music\, and more.  Friends\, family members\, and community allies also are welcome.
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/memory-cafe-7/
LOCATION:Chicago Public Library – Lincoln Park Branch\, 1150 W Fullerton Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T160000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Afternoon at the Movies
DESCRIPTION:Members & guests–free \n $3.99 on Amazon and other streaming services\n\n\nEvery 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! \n\nThis week’s movie is All About Eve: 2hr 18min\, Rotten Tomatoes 99%\,\n\nIf you haven’t seen it\, now’s the time. A phenomenon when it came out in 1950. Eve Harrington (Anne Baxter) is more than just an adoring fan of Margot Channing (Bette Davis) and a budding actress. Much more. When Eve gets invited backstage to meet Margot and her entourage\, she gets invited to stay with Margot … and then the fun begins. Arguably the best backstage drama\, it recently ranked high on the American Film Inst’s top 100 films. Nominated for a record 14 Academy Awards\, it won for best picture\, best director\, best screenplay\, best costume\, and best supporting actor for George Sanders. It’s the only film with 4 actresses nominated for oscars. If you’ve seen it before\, see if it holds up\, or just join the discussion.
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/saturday-afternoon-at-the-movies-55/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173125
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T181620Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday Afternoon at the Movies
DESCRIPTION:Members & guests–free \nEvery 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! \nCheck back for this week’s film! 
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/saturday-afternoon-at-the-movies-56/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
GEO:41.8781136;'-87.6297982
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T173125
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SUMMARY:Conversational Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Location: The Village Chicago office (2502 N Clark St) \n\n\nMembers & guests: free\n\nJoin 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!
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/conversational-spanish-26/
LOCATION:Village Office\, 2502 N. Clark\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T144500
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SUMMARY:Staying Safe in Your Home Environment
DESCRIPTION:Members & guests- free \nClick Here to Register!  \nLocation: 8135 Monticello Ave\, Skokie IL \nThis event is brought to you by DWELLING Spaces + Places\, The Village Chicago and North Shore Village Network. \nDrina Nikola\, Founder of DWELLING Spaces + Places\, will share design ideas for aging-in-place along with a show-and-tell of new products to keep you safe. Drina is a Registered Interior Designer and Certified Senior Move Manager. She’s the owner of DWELLING Spaces + Places\, which has earned the A+ Accreditation from the National Association of Senior and Specialty Move Managers (NASMM) for its excellence in Senior Move Management operations and client services.
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/staying-safe-in-your-home-environment/
LOCATION:8135 monticello\, 8135 Monticello\, Skokie\, IL
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