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SUMMARY:Brain Spa
DESCRIPTION:Members & guests–free. RSVP below! \nThis 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 are meant to be fun and interactive. You don’t need to attend all sessions to participate\, feel free to drop in whenever you would like!
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/brain-spa-41/
CATEGORIES:Brain health
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T190000
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour Fundraiser with Life 3.0 and the Bridging Generations Board
DESCRIPTION:Click  here to purchase your tickets today! \nThis 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.\n\nWe will have light bites and refreshments\, raffles and more. All proceeds will go towards furnishing and stocking our new communal space at the Village office where members will be able to spend time\, socialize\, attend classes and enjoy.\n\n\nEvent tickets are $30 for one\, two for $55.   Please use promo code HappyHour for a free raffle ticket with event ticket purchase!  \nClick  here to purchase your tickets today! \n 
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/happy-hour-with-the-life-3-0-committee-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T110000
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SUMMARY:Crossing the Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Location: via Zoom\nMembers & guests: free.\n\nDeath 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. All are welcome! \n 
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/crossing-the-bridge-20/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:Reading the Rainbow: Alligator Tears by Edgar Gomez
DESCRIPTION:Location: via Zoom\nMembers & guests: free\nReading the Rainbow is a bi-monthly book discussion group featuring a lively conversation of LGBTQ+ texts. People of all identities\, including allies\, are welcome!\n\nApril’s selection is Alligator Tears: A Memoir in Essays by Edgar Gomez\nFollowing up from his acclaimed debut\, Edgar Gomez’s sophomore effort is a collection of essays about the harsh reality of growing up in poverty and attempting to achieve the American Dream. Despite his hardships\, Gomez writes with the humor and affection that continues to win praise for his work\, garnering multiple ‘Best of the Year’ awards in 2025.\n\nAlligator Tears is available in hardcover\, ebook\, and audiobook forms. You can click here to purchase.
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/reading-the-rainbow-alligator-tears-by-edgar-gomez/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Let's discuss it!
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SUMMARY:Weekly Walks Around North Pond
DESCRIPTION:Members & guests: free \nThe 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. \n 
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/weekly-walks-around-north-pond-39/
LOCATION:Meet in front of North Pond Restaurant\, 2610 N. Cannon Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:For your health,Just for fun
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SUMMARY:RTA Group Transportation Seminar: Your Guide to Travel Independence Lunch-and-Learn
DESCRIPTION:Members & guests: Free. \nWant 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 independently. \nLight lunch will be served during the presentation \nTopics include:\nRTA’s Free Travel Training\nRTA’s Fare Programs (Reduced Fare/Ride Free cards)\nADA Paratransit\nRideshare Access Program (RAP)\nTaxi Access Program (TAP) \n*If you would like to apply for a Reduced Fare or Ride Free car\, please bring a valid (non-expired) government-issued ID \nPresented by RTA Mobility Outreach Coordinator\, Katie Garrity \nLight Lunch will be served during the presentation.\nPresentation: 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm\nSocial: 1:30 – 2 pm
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/rta-group-transit-education-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:Chicago Public Library – Lincoln Park Branch\, 1150 W Fullerton Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Let's discuss it!,The prepared life: planning for change
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SUMMARY:Memoir Workshop: From Memory to Story
DESCRIPTION:A six week series\nThursdays from 3-4:30pm\nMembers: $60. Non-members: $90 (click here to register)\nDo 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 always optional. By the end\, you’ll have a small portfolio of revised\, reader-ready pieces plus a practical method you can use anytime to turn memory into story.\n\nThe full list of dates are March 12\, 19\, 26; April 2\, 9\, 16\n\nSpace is limited – register now!
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/memoir-workshop-from-memory-to-story/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:The Village Chicago Office\, 2502 N Clark\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:The arts
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SUMMARY:Short Story Intergenerational Discussions
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRSVP 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 the group meets weekly\, members and guests are welcome to drop in for one or all discussions. \nThis week the group is reading: The Nightingale and the rose by Oscar Wilde
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/short-story-intergenerational-discussions-78/
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SUMMARY:Monthly Game Day
DESCRIPTION:Members & guests: free. \nJoin 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! \nCheck back soon to see which game will be featured in April! \nThis event is accessible.
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/monthly-game-day-12/
LOCATION:The Village Chicago Office\, 2502 N Clark\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brain health,Just for fun
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T160000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Afternoon at the Movies
DESCRIPTION:Members & guests–free \nEvery 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! \nThe Assessment: 2025\, 114min\, On Amazon & others\n\nSuccessful couple Elizabeth Olsen and Aaryan Himesh Patel hope to be parents. But in the near future\, where resources are limited\, they must be approved by an assessor\, Alicia Vikander (Ex Machina\, The Danish Girl – for which she got an Oscar). What was thought to be a routine evaluation quickly unravels into a psychological nightmare\, maybe just like parenthood.\n 
URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/saturday-afternoon-at-the-movies-100/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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