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! “Life of Nicias” 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.
A six week series Thursdays from 3-4:30pm Members: $60. Non-members: $90 (click here to register) Do you have stories you’ve been meaning to write down, but aren’t sure how to start? This memoir class uses guided prompts to generate new material, short mini-lessons on craft, and easy revision tools that show what’s working and what to strengthen. Sharing is […]
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 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! Easy A: 2010, 93min, On Amazon & others $4 Emma Stone, before 2010, did several films […]
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Online registration for this event is now closed. Please call 773-248-8700 to register for this event. 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 […]
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 […]
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Join the Chicago Area Villages Collaborative for a moderated discussion with John Palfrey, co-author of Wired Wisdom: How to Age Better Online. Click here to join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89312935887?pwd=eBsn4swhymbmgg9TnUluiremg0lw1i.1 Meeting ID: 893 1293 5887 Passcode: CAV One tap mobile +13126266799,,89312935887#,,,,*116875# US (Chicago) Event Info: Wired Wisdom is an eye-opening book on the internet’s fastest-growing […]
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If you would like to register for this event, please call 773.248.8700. Thank you. 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! Join us this month for a presentation on The Kennedy Assassination Revisited with Village member Torry Duffy. […]
Members & guests: free; light refreshments 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 […]
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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 […]
A six week series Thursdays from 3-4:30pm Members: $60. Non-members: $90 (click here to register) Do you have stories you’ve been meaning to write down, but aren’t sure how to start? This memoir class uses guided prompts to generate new material, short mini-lessons on craft, and easy revision tools that show what’s working and what to strengthen. Sharing is […]
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! […]
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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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Balance and Fall Prevention with Fyzical Members & Guests: Free. Join The Village Chicago, in partnership with Fyzical Lincoln Park for an informative and interactive program on Balance and Fall Prevention. This hands-on program is presented by Clayton McClure, physical therapist and clinic director, and will cover prevention techniques, tips, recovery options, and more. Space […]
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! The Choral, 2025, 118min, On Amazon & others for $6 In 1916, the Choral Society of […]
Join David Baker, Village Chicago member, at Montrose Point for a Saturday afternoon bird walk on April 11, 2026. We will start at 4 pm (so all you late sleepers don’t have an excuse). And finish between 5:00 and 5:30 p.m. Birds are filtering in from the south by now, and some of the wintering […]
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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 […]
Click here to purchase your tickets today! This event will take place at the beautiful and conveniently located Old Town Triangle Association in Lincoln Park from 5-7PM on Tuesday, April 14th, and is a fantastic opportunity to meet new members and supporters of the Village from the community and see old friend. We will have […]
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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. […]
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! April's selection is Alligator Tears: A Memoir in Essays by Edgar Gomez Following up from his acclaimed debut, Edgar Gomez's sophomore effort is a collection of […]
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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. Want to learn how older adults and people living with disabilities can save money on public transportation? Want to learn how to make sure your trip on public transit is accessible? Join the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) and The Village Chicago as we talk about accessible public transportation options and traveling […]
A six week series Thursdays from 3-4:30pm Members: $60. Non-members: $90 (click here to register) Do you have stories you’ve been meaning to write down, but aren’t sure how to start? This memoir class uses guided prompts to generate new material, short mini-lessons on craft, and easy revision tools that show what’s working and what to strengthen. Sharing is […]
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 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 and lighthearted competition, and great company! Check back soon to see which game will be featured in April! This […]
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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! The Assessment: 2025, 114min, On Amazon & others Successful couple Elizabeth Olsen and Aaryan Himesh Patel hope […]
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Online registration for this event is now closed. Please call 773-248-8700 to register for this event. 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 […]
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Online registration for this event is now closed. Please call 773.248.8700 to register. Thank you. Presented by IATP and the Solo Agers Group Want to enhance your independence and ability to be part of everyday activities as you age? Ever wonder what kind of assistive technology devices and services could help you think differently about […]
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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 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.
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 […]
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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! The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist: 2026, 104min, Streaming on Amazon & others for […]
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Members & guests: free. Looking for a fun way to socialize and learn something new? Join Wintrust Bank and The Village Chicago for "Game Day" where the featured game 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.
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 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 gain the encouragement and motivation to take meaningful steps toward simplifying your home. It’s […]
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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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- 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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