Conversational Spanish is taking its summer break! Sessions will resume in the fall - check back for more details. 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 […]
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Members and guests: free. The Des Plaines River is a gem in Chicagoland. Flowing southward for 133 miles from southern Wisconsin, the river was used by Native Americans and French explorers for transportation and trade. There are more than a dozen forest preserves along the Des Plaines river in Cook County. One of them is […]
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Members & guests: free The weekly walks are back! 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.
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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 […]
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This event is currently full - to be added to the waitlist, email [email protected] Location: Apple Lincoln Park (801 W North Ave) Members & guests: free! Join us for the first in a series hosted by Apple Lincoln Park, exclusively for Village members! During this session, you will learn all about iPhone. Discover its latest […]
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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.
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Members & guests–free 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! Check back for this week’s film!
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Presented by the Bridging Generations Board 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. ----- […]
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Members & guests–free. RSVP below! This 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 […]
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Members & guests: free Last month, a group of Solo Agers meet to discuss their concerns and hopes for the future. Based on that meeting, we will be gathering at the Lincoln Park Library meeting room to share our 'to-do's for future planning. Whether you're well on the way to having your future arrangements in […]
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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! “Culture and Anarchy” by […]
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Members & guests: free The weekly walks are back! 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.
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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 […]
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This event is now full, please email [email protected] to join the waitlist. Thank you. This monthly group creates a supportive community where we can talk openly about our challenges with “stuff”. Navigating your “stuff” can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Through discussion, shared experiences, and a peer accountability system you’ll […]
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Members & guests–free 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! Check back for this week’s film!
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This is part one of a two part series. The second part will take place on August 18 The Community Resiliency Model (CRM) provides a resiliency-informed approach to trauma and toxic stress by teaching simple skills that are accessible to all. It teaches us that people are resilient, and skills of well-being can be cultivated […]
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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 the group is going to Zizi's Cafe! This is a recurring, in person event; once you sign up, you will continue to receive emails for upcoming events. Life 3.0 […]
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Join this in-person group for a lively discussion and presentation each month hosted by Belmont Village on Fullerton in Lincoln Park, all are welcome! It’s construction season, and all over the city, developments large and small are shaping our urban landscape. One of the most notable among these is Foundry Park, a 31 acre river […]
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Members & guests: free The weekly walks are back! 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.
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Members & guests: free! via Zoom Insights and predictions about Artificial Intelligence based on a career consulting on information technologies for NASA, Fermilab, and many other complex enterprises. Dan Friedrich is CEO/CTO of Friedrich, Klatt and Associates and a Second City-trained improv and sketch comedy writer, director, and performer. He hopes this presentation will provoke a robust […]
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 […]
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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.
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Presented by The Life 3.0 Committee Location: The Great Lawn at the Pritzker Pavilion Members and guests: Free; Bring your own dinner, beverage and a blanket or fold-up chair We are so lucky. The marvelous Grant Park Orchestra is performing Beethoven’s glorious 9th Symphony, a musical affirmation of humanity on a grand scale. Join Village president […]
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Members & guests–free 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! Check back for this week’s film!
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Members & guests–free. RSVP below! This 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 […]
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This is the second part of a two part series. The first is on August 11. The Community Resiliency Model (CRM) provides a resiliency-informed approach to trauma and toxic stress by teaching simple skills that are accessible to all. It teaches us that people are resilient, and skills of well-being can be cultivated to reduce […]
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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. […]
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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 Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar. An award winning debut novel, Martyr! follows Cyrus Shams, a young Iranian American poet whose obsession with martyrs leads him to […]
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Members & guests: free The weekly walks are back! 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.
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 […]
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Location: 610 E. 111th Street, Chicago Members and guests: $20. Click here to purchase. Self-hosted lunch follows the tour: Lexington Betty BBQ Our docent-let tour of the Pullman National Historical Park is the story of the Pullman Palace Car Company town, built for its workers, and its connection to the American labor movement. Join Village […]
Members & guests: free. Join us for our Monthly Game Day! We are excited to announce that Game Day will now be held at the Village offices: 2502 N Clark St. Join us for laughter, lighthearted competition, and great company! Check back soon to see which game will be featured in August! This event […]
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Members & guests–free 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! Check back for this week’s film!
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Drinks and snacks: Self-hosted. Guthrie’s has a limited snack menu but allows outside food to be brought to or delivered to the restaurant. D’Agostinos and many other restaurants are a block away on Southport Avenue. Join fellow members each month for a lazy Sunday afternoon of board games, socializing and crafting (bring your own knitting […]
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Presented by the Life 3.0 Committee Location: The Great Lawn at the Pritzker Pavilion Members and guests: Free; Bring your own dinner, beverage and a blanket or fold-up chair There’s nothing like Sunday in the Park with Lyric, as artists from The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center perform a variety of selections conducted by […]
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Members & guests: free! coffee and pastries provided 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 email [email protected]
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Personal Safety. No Strength Required Wednesday, August 26th, 1pm - 2pm at The Ray at DePaul, 2235 N. Sheffield Ave. $10/person - register here. Many older adults wonder what they would do if confronted in a parking lot, on public transit, or while walking. Join us at a special interactive program exclusively for Village members. […]
Members & guests: free; light refreshments provided Location: Aster Hall 6th floor Bar & Study (900 N Michigan) 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!
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Members & guests: free The weekly walks are back! 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.
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 […]
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Members & guests: free! Come learn how to take photos like a pro on your iPhone! As camera technology has advanced, iPhones can take and edit incredible photos just using the built in apps. Space is limited so register now. Thanks to the Lincoln Park Apple Store for hosting!
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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.
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Are you looking for social connection and a place to meet others living with memory loss and their care partners? Join the Village Chicago and Lincoln Park Branch Library for our monthly Memory Cafe! Memory Cafe offers a comfortable and supportive environment for individuals living with memory loss and their care partners. Enjoy lunch and […]
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Members & guests–free 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! Check back for this week’s film!
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Members & guests–free. RSVP below! This 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 […]
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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!
RSVP Now
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Members & guests: free The weekly walks are back! 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.
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 […]
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This event is now full, please email [email protected] to join the waitlist. Thank you. This monthly group creates a supportive community where we can talk openly about our challenges with “stuff”. Navigating your “stuff” can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Through discussion, shared experiences, and a peer accountability system you’ll […]
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Members & guests–free 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! Check back for this week’s film!
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- Email Reminder? Sent to all registrants the day before. Zoom link for virtual events included in email 24 hours before.
- Transportation? If you can provide a ride or need a ride, be sure to let the office know by emailing [email protected] or calling 773.248.8700. The Village aims to match drivers whenever possible.
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