This February, Curious Village presents Village member Bill Wright. Bill will show photos and talk about his 2200-mile, 7-month thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail through 14 states. Â He will pass around the gear he used and answer questions. Â Learn why only 15%-20% of the thousands of hikers attempting to hike the entire trail each year […]
Location: The Village Chicago Office (2502 N Clark) In this thrilling two meeting mini-series, Village member Marsha Dowd will share true crime stories, mysteries, and insights into crimes solved using DNA and identity forensics. Register today by calling 773-248-8700 or emailing [email protected]! Space is limited.
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 […]
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.
Members & guests–free Please email [email protected] to register for this program. 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! The Perfect Neighbor (2025) Free on Netflix Oscar nominated this […]
Members & guests–free. RSVP below! Do you want to play fun games and build community with friends online? Join us for games, puzzles, and reminiscing every other week on Zoom for Brain Spa. Connect with others, practice skills and exercise your brain in a comfortable and casual environment. Brain Spa is a great way to […]
Members & guests: free Join us for the first open rehearsal of 2026! This performance will feature: Klaus Mäkelä conductor Sibelius Lemminkäinen: Four Legends from the Kalevala, Op. 22 R. Strauss Ein Heldenleben, Op. 40 Sibelius Musette from Suite from King Christian II, Op. 27 Please note that this is a rehearsal which means there will be pauses throughout.
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. […]
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 welcome! This month’s selection is Gender Queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe. This graphic memoir recounts writer and illustrator Maia Kobabe's life from childhood to […]
Do you love True Crime? Then this is the perfect club for you. Limited to 7 participants, join fellow True Crime afficianados as we delve into The Thursday Murder Club series, written by acclaimed author, Richard Osman. Registering for the book club is a 5 week commitment. Our Thursday Murder Club meets every other Thursday […]
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