Location: The Village Chicago office (2502 N Clark St) Members & guests: free Join 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!
Location: The Village Office (2502 N Clark) Members & guests: free. Designed to introduce you to using collage as a visual tool to: Connect with your creativity Explore your inner world Express thoughts and feelings Manage stress and elicit positive emotions Generate insights and ideas to move you forward in life You’ll also learn mindfulness and grounding exercises […]
Location: via Zoom 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 […]
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.
We are excited to invite you to attend this new program offering, in partnership with our local Lincoln Park Branch Library (1150 W Fullerton). This 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! Activities at this event will […]
Location: Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary (4400 N Simonds Dr) Members & guests: free. Come join Village member, David Baker, for the kick-off of our Spring bird walks at Montrose Point. There are some very interesting wintering species abroad, and an assortment of ducks we only see at this time of year. By popular demand, we are going to run this trip a […]
Members & guests–free A real Pain (2024) available on Amazon for $6.99 to rent and $7.99 to buy. 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 […]
Tune into our first of three "Mindful Monday" virtual sessions, every other Monday in March we are focusing on mindfulness. Mindfulness refers to the act of focusing on the present moment. The Village Chicago has partnered with local mindfulness instructor and healthy aging specialist, Cheri Stefanelli, to guide these sessions. Whether you are new to […]
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 […]
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 class starts with warm […]
Online RSVP for this program has ended, to join please contact the Village office at 773-248-8700. This program will be held virtually via Zoom. Tai Chi is a healing martial art characterized by slow, flowing movements that emphasize balance, flexibility, and coordination. It involves a series of gentle, continuous movements that engage the entire body, […]
Online RSVP for this program has ended, to join please contact the Village office at 773-248-8700. Members & guests: free Location: Via Zoom Senior Living Simplified: Finding the Right Fit Join us for an informative virtual presentation with Senior Living Specialists. This session will guide you through the senior living landscape, from independent living to […]
Location: via Zoom 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! Come join the conversation! […]
Members & guests: free. Want to learn more about The Village Chicago and membership? This informal gathering offers prospective members the opportunity to meet a staff member, learn about Village programs and services, and ask questions. If you have a friend, neighbor, or family member who might be interested, please forward this invite along or […]
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 Available on Amazon to rent for $5.99 or buy for $19.99 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! […]
This event is cancelled, please join us for the next session on 3/24. Join 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!
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 class starts with warm […]
Members and guests: free. Drinks and food, self-hosted Join us for a casual, member-organized happy hour at a different location each month, with no agenda other than great conversation. This is a recurring, in person event; once you sign up, you will continue to receive emails for upcoming events. Life 3.0 is a lively, welcoming group […]
Join the Men's Group this March for their monthly meeting, hosted by Belmont Village in Lincoln Park. All are welcome! This event is accessible. Meet the Olympians. Two Olympians who competed in the Paris Olympics last year will tell their stories. Online registration is now closed for this program. If you would like to register, […]
Online registration is now closed, but reservations can still be made by emailing [email protected] Members & guests: free. Members are invited to an exclusive open house at Hearing Health Center's new office. You'll enjoy wine and snacks, plus a free hearing screening and ear spa (cleaning and moisturizing). Registration is required, but feel free to […]
Location: via Zoom 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 […]
Members & guests: free. Location: Via Zoom Discover how science is revolutionizing what's on our plates! Join us for an engaging presentation on the latest advancements in lab-grown meat, where innovation meets sustainability. We'll explore how scientists are cultivating real meat without the need for traditional farming, reducing environmental impact and reshaping the future of […]
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.
Location: Zoom Members & guests–free. Available with a subscription 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! This week's film […]
Location: 2PM Show, Sasha and Eugene Jarvis Opera Hall (800 W Belden), 12:30 PM, Self-hosted lunch at The Bad Apple (658 W Belden) Members & guests: $10 Our next event of the Village Chicago Cultural Series is the DePaul Opera presentation of two Puccini one act operas: Sour Angelica and Gianni Schicchi. These are two of […]
Tune into our second of three “Mindful Monday” virtual sessions, every other Monday in March we are focusing on mindfulness. Mindfulness refers to the act of focusing on the present moment. The Village Chicago has partnered with local mindfulness instructor and healthy aging specialist, Cheri Stefanelli, to guide these sessions. Whether you are new to […]
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 […]
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 class starts with warm […]
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. […]
Aster Hall 6th Floor Bar & Study (900 N Michigan) Members & guests: free; wine and snacks provided Whether you joined the Village in the past year or are an established member looking for new connections, this fun Happy Hour event is the perfect way to celebrate the growing Village community. Join us in welcoming our newest Village members!
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. Looking for a fun way to socialize and learn something new? Join us for Monthly Game Day, where this month’s featured game is Rummikub! Rummikub is a classic, fast-paced tile game that combines elements of rummy and mahjong. It’s easy to learn but full of strategy, making it perfect for both […]
Members & guests–free Streaming on Max (HBO) (included) and on Amazon Prime for $5.99. 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: The Village Chicago office (2502 N Clark St) Members & guests: free Join 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!
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 class starts with warm […]
Registration for this event has closed, please contact the office at 773-248-8700 if you wish to attend this program. Location: Via Zoom Please join us for a virtual discussion about advance planning and powers of attorney with a lawyer from the Center for Disability and Elder Law. Learn about the importance of these legal tools […]
Location: via Zoom 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 […]
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.
We are excited to invite you to attend this new program offering, in partnership with our local Lincoln Park Branch Library (1150 W Fullerton). This 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! Activities at this event will […]
Join the LGBTA Committee for a special play reading, "Phases of the Moon", which tells the story of poet Elizabeth Bishop in her young adult life. Presented by About Face Theatre, "Phases of the Moon" is part of a reading series that highlights young LGBTQ+ voices in theatre. In addition to the reading, the event […]
Location: Landmark Cinema (2828 North Clark Street) Members & guests: $11.50 Saturday Afternoon at the Movies is going to … the movies! Join the group for the 1:45 PM showing of Black Bag (2025) After the film, the group will meet in the bar area of the theatre to discuss. No drink purchase required. Black Bag (2025) is a gripping spy drama about legendary intelligence agents […]
Location: The Village Office (2502 N Clark) Members & guests: free. Designed to introduce you to using collage as a visual tool to: Connect with your creativity Explore your inner world Express thoughts and feelings Manage stress and elicit positive emotions Generate insights and ideas to move you forward in life You’ll also learn mindfulness and grounding exercises […]
Tune into our final of three “Mindful Monday” virtual sessions, every other Monday in March we are focusing on mindfulness. Mindfulness refers to the act of focusing on the present moment. The Village Chicago has partnered with local mindfulness instructor and healthy aging specialist, Cheri Stefanelli, to guide these sessions. Whether you are new to […]
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 […]
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 class starts with warm […]
Location: via Zoom 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! Come join the conversation! […]
Please register each person individually. Please note you must register separately for the self-hosted dinner. Location: mHub (1623 W Fulton) Members & guests: Free. Dinner after the tour: self-hosted The Greek Islands restaurant (200 S Halsted) Join the Life 3.0 Committee for a 45 minute guided tour of mHub, Chicago’s hardtech incubator. As a […]
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. This week's story is Up For Renewal by Lucius Daniel. This is an ongoing discussion group. After you register, you will receive weekly emails with Zoom details and a […]
Online registration for this event is now closed. Please call 773.248.8700 if you would like to register. Please join us at our Solo Agers Meet Up at Belmont Village (700 W Fullerton). Our group’s focus during this event will be about forming connections with others in the group to help support one another. Whether this […]
Members & guests: free. RSVP requested. Please RSVP to lunch and the tour separately. The Life 3.0 Committee invites you to a tour of the Driehaus Museum featuring its current Materialities exhibition on Saturday, April 5, at 1 pm. The event is free as a part of the Driehaus Museum’s Community Days and will feature artists Jonas N.T. Becker and Adam Brooks and Mathew Wilson from […]
Members & guests–free Streaming free on MAX and for $5.99 on Amazon and other streaming services 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 […]
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