Location: Member's home in Streeterville (address provided after registration) Members & guests: free; please bring a dish to share, beverages provided Join the BGB for an intergenerational dinner, potluck style! The theme of the night is 'Soup, Salad, Sandwich'. Beverages will be provided - please bring a dish to share. Space is limited so make sure […]
Location: Members’ home in Lincoln Park Members & guests: members $60; non-members $90 We all have interesting life stories to tell. The hard part? Getting those stories down on paper. Whether you are an accomplished writer or just getting started, Beth’s class helps you get your memoir off the ground. Students work on weekly writing assignments at home and read their […]
Members & guests–free. To RSVP, please scroll down. The day before the event, a confirmation email will be sent to registered attendees with details to join via Zoom. This is a […]
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 [email protected]. […]
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! Beginning in December of 2023, the […]
Meet in front of North Pond Restaurant (2610 N. Cannon) Members & guests: free Spring is here, and with it the return of our weekly North Pond walks! 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 […]
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 […]
Members & guests- free! RSVP below to register, program is held via Zoom. This May, Health Hub tackles sleep and the brain. We'll chat about how sleep is related to brain health, as well as tools and ways to enhance our own sleep habits. Health Hub is a monthly program designed for people who care […]
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 […]
Members & guests–free Available to rent for $4.99 on Amazon Prime and Apple TV. 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! […]
Location: Members’ home in Lincoln Park Members & guests: members $60; non-members $90 We all have interesting life stories to tell. The hard part? Getting those stories down on paper. Whether you are an accomplished writer or just getting started, Beth’s class helps you get your memoir off the ground. Students work on weekly writing assignments at home and read their […]
Members & guests: free; food & drink self-hosted Test your trivia skills at this new monthly event! The first Monday of the month, BGB and Village members will be meeting at D’Agostino’s in Wrigleyville for a few rounds of trivia. All 21+ are welcome but RSVPs are required.
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 [email protected]. Come 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 […]
Members & guests–free. To RSVP, please scroll down. The day before the event, a confirmation email will be sent to registered attendees with details to join via Zoom. Available to rent for $3.49 or buy for $10.49 on Amazon Prime. If Ninotchka or Captain Blood or Random Harvest are among your favorite films, you’ll be right at home! In addition to discussing […]
Members & guests: free. Artificial Intelligence applications are already in daily use; we expect many more in 2024-25. Some are easily seen in use, but many others work behind the scenes. We must be prepared to understand the extra value, limitations, and usage tips for all these applications. In this session, the Mens Group will examine applications […]
Members & guests: Free A group of strangers are stranded in a boarding house during a snowstorm, one of whom is a murderer. The suspects include a newly married couple who run the house; a spinster with a curious background; an architect who seems better equipped to be a chef; a retired army major; a […]
Meet in front of North Pond Restaurant (2610 N. Cannon) Members & guests: free Spring is here, and with it the return of our weekly North Pond walks! 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 […]
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 […]
Members & guests: free. We are excited to invite you to a free virtual event co-hosted by The Village Chicago and Chicago Innovation's mentoring programs: Reimagining Midlife And Planning For The Future with Chip Conley. Please register here for the event, which will take place at 12pm CST on Friday, May 10 on Zoom. A […]
Members & guests- free! RSVP below. As they say, April showers bring May flowers. The Village Chicago has partnered with Artis Lakeview and Whole Foods to provide a unique floral arranging event. Let's take advantage of those springtime flowers by creating our own, personalized floral arrangements. This event will be in person at Artis Lakeview, […]
Members & guests: $15 to attend the show, lunch self-hosted. Location: The Theatre School at DePaul University, (2350 N. Racine) The group will enjoy self-hosted lunch at 12:30 PM at Old Pueblo Cantina, (1200 W Webster) Life 3.0 is venturing out to see the Duke of Athens marry again. Come join us as the […]
Members & guests–free Available for rent for $3.99 or buy for $14.99 on Amazon. 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! […]
Location: Members’ home in Lincoln Park Members & guests: members $60; non-members $90 We all have interesting life stories to tell. The hard part? Getting those stories down on paper. Whether you are an accomplished writer or just getting started, Beth’s class helps you get your memoir off the ground. Students work on weekly writing assignments at home and read their […]
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 [email protected]. […]
Members and guests: free. Join us for a casual, member-organized happy hour at a different location each month, with no agenda other than great conversation. This month's location is Casati's […]
Location: via Zoom Members & guests: free 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. Our topic this month is […]
Meet in front of North Pond Restaurant (2610 N. Cannon) Members & guests: free Spring is here, and with it the return of our weekly North Pond walks! 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 […]
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 […]
Members & guests: Members - $15; guests - $20 Location: Via Zoom Come join us for the first in a two part workshop on reducing fall risk. The first virtual workshop is designed to enhance safety for seniors on the move. From ideas for improving mobility to boosting strength and balance, this comprehensive discussion aims […]
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 […]
Presented by the Bridging Generations Board Location: Liz Metzger's Lincoln Park home Members & guests: free Join the Bridging Generations Board for another intergenerational dinner! Guests will enjoy a home cooked meal and plenty of good conversation. Meat and vegetarian options will be served. Space is limited - register now!
Members & guests: free. Rise and shine for this early morning bird walk at Montrose Point with Village member, David Baker. Every year at this time, the lakefront is filled with many varieties of warbler, joined by tanagers, orioles, cedar waxwings and other migrating species. Best time to see them is when they are up with […]
Location: Member's home (address shared upon registration) Members & guests: $10 Enjoy a special concert featuring local jazz drummer Charles Rumback and vocalist Ana Esterling in the home of Cynthia Shern. Light refreshments will be served at noon and performance begins at 1 pm. Cynthia’s apartment is located on a second floor walkup with no […]
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!
Members & guests: $10 to attend the performance, Dinner self-hosted Location: Gannon Concert Hall, Holtschneider Performance Center, DePaul University (2330 N Halsted) The group will enjoy self-hosted dinner at 6:30 PM at The Red Lion, (2446 N Lincoln) This year our Village members have engaged with the beautiful music of the DePaul Symphony Orchestra. The orchestra has […]
Location: Members’ home in Lincoln Park Members & guests: members $60; non-members $90 We all have interesting life stories to tell. The hard part? Getting those stories down on paper. Whether you are an accomplished writer or just getting started, Beth’s class helps you get your memoir off the ground. Students work on weekly writing assignments at home and read their […]
Members & guests: free. The Village’s seasonal potlucks are among our most treasured traditions – and a whole lot of fun! Come spend a relaxed evening with Village friends and acquaintances, old and new. We have a spacious room in which to party, thanks to the hospitality of our friends at the Old Town Triangle Association. […]
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 [email protected]. Come 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 […]
Members & guests- free! RSVP below. Movement Revolution has partnered with The Village Chicago to discuss the concept of brain plasticity. Tune into this virtual session to learn more about our brain's ability to rewire and strengthen connections regardless of our age- as well as ways lifestyle behaviors can support this process. Part of this […]
Do you want to learn about a new app on your phone? Need help setting up a Facebook account, or navigating your new iPad? If you are looking for help with technology, students of Walter Payton are ready to assist you! They will be sharing their tech expertise with Village members in one-on-one tutoring sessions. […]
Members & guests: free; drinks self-hosted Join the LGBTA Committee for a happy hour celebration for member Stefanie Clark's birthday! The group will be meeting at Whiskey Girl Tavern, a spacious and accessible LGBTQ+ sports bar serving pizza, cocktails, and more.
Meet in front of North Pond Restaurant (2610 N. Cannon) Members & guests: free Spring is here, and with it the return of our weekly North Pond walks! 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 […]
Location: The Village Chicago Office (2502 N Clark); Also via Zoom Members & guests: free. Libby is a free app that allows you to access a wide selection of ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your public library. It is easy to use and gives you the flexibility to stream content with Wi-Fi, and mobile […]
Members & guests- free! Chicago Area Villages: An Aging Brain and Body Program, in partnership with Bonfire Media Group Join us for an enlightening workshop aimed at fostering informed conversations about cannabis within our communities. Led by Lauryn Wyatt, a seasoned communications strategist dedicated to cannabis education, this event aims to illuminate the historical injustices […]
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 […]
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!
Location: Members’ home in Lincoln Park Members & guests: members $60; non-members $90 We all have interesting life stories to tell. The hard part? Getting those stories down on paper. Whether you are an accomplished writer or just getting started, Beth’s class helps you get your memoir off the ground. Students work on weekly writing assignments at home and read their […]
Members & guests–free. To RSVP, please scroll down. The day before the event, a confirmation email will be sent to registered attendees with details to join via Zoom. This is a virtual session held every other week, open to anyone who would like to get connected to others, practice skills and exercise their brain. Join us […]
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 [email protected]. Come 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 […]
Meet in front of North Pond Restaurant (2610 N. Cannon) Members & guests: free Spring is here, and with it the return of our weekly North Pond walks! 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 […]
Members & Guests – $20 This program will be presented over Zoom and recorded. To join, purchase your ticket here. Registered attendees will receive a Zoom link and information on how to join the day before the event, as well as the recording of the event. “Who, in our chaotic world, doesn’t need a calm, peaceful […]
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 […]