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Week of Events
Sunday, August 30, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, August 31, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
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September 1, 2026 -Brain Spa
Brain Spa
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 […]
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
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September 2, 2026Chicago Area Villages Presents: What to Know about MAID
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September 2, 2026 -Great Books, Great Conversations
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September 2, 2026 -Great Books, Great Conversations
Chicago Area Villages Presents: What to Know about MAID
Online registration is now closed. To register, email [email protected] or call 773.248.8700 Presented by the Chicago Area Villages Collaborative On September 12, Deb's Law, or the medical aid in dying bill, will go into effect in Illinois. Join us to learn more about Deb's Law - what it means, who qualifies, and why it matters. […]
Great Books, Great Conversations
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! “Pragmatism: A New Name […]
Great Books, Great Conversations
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! Beginning in December of […]
Thursday, September 3, 2026
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September 3, 2026 -Weekly Walks Around North Pond
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September 3, 2026 -Solo Agers Meeting
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September 3, 2026 -No meeting this week! Short Story Intergenerational Discussions
Weekly Walks Around North Pond
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.
Solo Agers Meeting
Members & guests: Free! Join the Village Solo Agers group for a monthly meeting to discuss topics related to planning for the future, maintaining wellbeing and safety, and building community as solo agers. This month's discussion will include follow up from our last meeting about planning your 'to-do' lists, and any other topics that the […]
No meeting this week! Short Story Intergenerational Discussions
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 […]
Friday, September 4, 2026
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September 4, 2026 -The Sorting Space
The Sorting Space
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 […]
Saturday, September 5, 2026
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September 5, 2026 -Saturday Afternoon at the Movies
Saturday Afternoon at the Movies
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! This week's film is: Nine to Five: 1980, 110min, on Amazon & others $4 Celebrating Dolly, let's […]
FAQs
- Registration? Required for all events
- 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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