Updated: June 18, 2012 8:24AM

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Skokie Chamber of Commerce

Discover the art: of story-selling at the May Breakfast Club meeting from 7:30- 9 a.m. May 18 at Oakton Community Park Center, 4701 Oakton St., Skokie. Cost is $12 and includes breakfast.

Children

Lincolnwood Public Library: 4000 W. Pratt Ave., (847) 677-5277, www.lincolnwoodlibrary.org.

Kid Flicks: is held Mondays at 3:30 p.m. May 21: “Alvin & the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked.”

Acting Class: meets from 2-3 p.m. Mondays for theater games, improv, bit parts, and more for third- through fifth grades. Directed by Debbi Brodsky. Registration required. Contact the Youth Services Department at (847) 677-5277, Ext. 234 or youthservices@lincolnwoodlibrary.org.

Thursday Club: meets from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Thursdays. Exclusively for sixth- through eighth-grade students. Games and group activities.

Afterschool Café: will be held from 2:30-3:15 p.m. Monday May 21, so Lincolnwood School students can relax and buy a snack before tackling homework on early release Mondays.

Knitting for All Ages: meets from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Fridays. Adults and children, ages 10 and up, can learn to knit or work on a project.

Northwestern University’s: specialized Speech and Language Summer Camp, in Evanston, helps children improve speech and language skills with indoor and outdoor play and trips. Designed for children ages 3-7, the camp runs June 20 through Aug. 8. Morning and afternoon sessions. Highlights include an ongoing targeting of IEP/current goals. The camp welcomes a select number of peer models, who are children without language or speech needs, at a discounted rate. Services are directed by licensed faculty and certified speech-language pathologists. Call Tracy Cafferty-Killian at (847) 491-2410 or visit communication.northwestern.edu/speechsummercamp.

A Socialization Group: for Children meets on Mondays from 3:30-5 p.m. This 10-week group is for children ages 3-5 who have challenges with social interactions. It will be held at Virginia Frank Child Development Center, 3033 Touhy Ave., Chicago. $350 series fee. Contact Joni Crounse, LCSW, or Kathy Ham, LCSW. Call (773) 761-4550 or visit www.jcfs.org.

Socialization Group: for Children meets Tuesdays from 3:30-5 p.m. at Virginia Frank Child Development Center, 3033 Touhy Ave., Chicago. This 10-week group is for children ages 3-5 who have challenges with social interactions. $350 series fee. Contact Maggie Faulkenberry, LCSW, or Mollie Reed, LCSW, (773) 761-4550, www.jcfs.org.

The Old Town School: of Folk Music will hold sessions of its Wiggleworms Class at Northshore School of the Arts, 319 Park Ave., Glencoe and St. Matthew’s Church, 2120 Lincoln St., Evanston. For schedule information or to schedule a free trial class visit oldtownschool.org or call (773) 728-6000.

Club Maccabee: is a free children’s club for students in kindergarten- through fifth-grade that combines fun and games with Hebrew, Jewish education and Scripture study. Call (847) 674-9146. Club Maccabee is sponsored by Devar Emet Messianic Synagogue.

Temple Judea Mizpah: 8610 Niles Center Road, Skokie, offers preschool and kindergarten to children of nonmembers. Space is limited. Call Cantor Richard Bessman, (847) 676-1566.

Civic

The Solid Waste Agency: of Northern Cook County (SWANCC) will sponsor Document Destruction Events (DDE). The next event will be held from 9-11 a.m. May 19, at its Public Works Facility, 1390 Willow Road. This is to assist residents with recycling out-dated or sensitive documents. Free to participate, but must live in one of SWANCC’s member communities and ID’s will be checked for proof of residency. Typical documents to shred include medical forms, bank statements, personal files and retired tax forms. Staples and paper clips are acceptable, but binders should be removed. Visit http://swancc.org/index.php/programs/electronics-recycling.

The Authority Board: will meet at 7:30 p.m. and on the second Monday of each month unless noted, at the Centre East Metropolitan Exposition, Auditorium and Office Authority, at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd.

The Village of Skokie: seasonal, weekly yard waste collection program resumes on Wednesdays through Nov. 14. Grass clippings will not be collected. To schedule a brush and yard waste collection, contact the automated phone request system at (847) 933-3333 or visit www.skokie.org, to make a request online. The deadline for requests for same-week collection is Monday at noon. Collection requests received after noon on Monday will be scheduled for Wednesday of the following week. For more information regarding yard waste collection, contact the Village of Skokie Public Works Department at (847) 933-8427.

All Village of Skokie: Board meetings are now broadcast live on SkokieVision Cable Television (Channel 25 on RCN and Channel 17 on Comcast). Meetings are held the first and third Mondays of each month at 8 p.m. at Village Hall, 5127 Oakton St. As always, meetings will be re-broadcast at noon and 8 p.m. on the Thursday, Saturday and Tuesday following a Board Meeting.

The Solid Waste Agency: of Northern Cook County (SWANCC) has recently updated its web-based reference to include an expanded General Resources Section and other areas of sustainability such as: Appliances and Electronics; Energy Conservation; Home Reuse, Deconstruction and Salvage; Indoor Air Quality; Natural Lawn Care; Travel and Transportation and Water Conservation. Be an educated “greener” consumer and check out swancc.org.

A representative: from the Niles Township Clerk’s office is available 9 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays and evenings by appointment, and on second and fourth Mondays of each month to accommodate residents with passport applications, voter registrations and temporary handicapped parking placards. For an appointment at Niles Township in Skokie, call (847) 673-9300.

The Village of Lincolnwood: now has a presence on Facebook and Twitter. Facebook “fans” and Twitter “followers” can now receive press releases, breaking news, special event information, agendas for meetings, videos, and photos. Links to the social media pages can be found on the Village’s homepage at www.lincolnwoodil.org or directly on Facebook by searching “Village of Lincolnwood” or Twitter “LincolnwoodlL.” The Village’s website and newsletter remain the primary information sources for news for the Village. For more information, contact Douglas Petroshius, assistant village administrator at dpetroshius@lwd.org or (847) 745-4711.

The Solid Waste Agency: of Northern Cook County (SWANCC) established a Battery Recycling Program for rechargeable and alkaline batteries. Common household batteries are no longer accepted at Illinois EPA-sponsored household chemical waste events and facilities. Batteries accepted includes: Alkaline: AA, AAA, C, D and 9V; and Rechargeables: NiCd, NiMh, lithium ion, lithium polymer. Before dropping off rechargeable batteries, tape the contact points on each battery or place in an individual self-locking plastic baggie to avoid sparks. Visit interstatebatteries.com. Drop-off details are posted at swancc.org.

The Solid Waste Agency: of Northern Cook County has established a location for residents to drop off electronics on a weekly basis at no cost at the Glenview Transfer Station, 1151 N. River Road, 9-11:30 a.m. Saturdays; and Winnetka Public Works, 1390 Willow Road, 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and 1-3 p.m. Thursdays. Only the following items will be accepted: Computers - PCs and laptops, scanners, computer monitors, mobile phones, peripherals -mice, keyboards, zip drives, MP3 players, televisions, PDAs, printers, VHS players, fax machines, DVD players, video game consoles, and DVR/cable boxes. Visit swancc.org.

Classes

Skokie Valley: Sail and Power Squadron will hold the following classes for boaters in the northeast Illinois and southeast Wisconsin area. For reservations, call Don Sidman at (847) 726-7309.

The seminar: “Emergencies On Board” will be offered from 10 a.m. to noon May 19 at North Point Marina in Winthrop Harbor, and again from 10 a.m. to noon July 14 at South Port Marina in Kenosha, Wis. “America’s Boating Course” which teaches the fundamentals of boating and issues a certification card will be offered from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on May 12 and 19 at South Port and again from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 2 and 9 at North Point.

“Skipper Saver: What Every First Mate Should Know” will be offered from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 2 at South Port and again from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 16 at North Point. (The Captain and the First Mate must attend together).

“First Aid Certification”: knowing what to do until you get medical assistance, is offered from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. over two Saturdays June 16 and 23 at South Port.

“Boat and Engine Maintenance”: to help keep your engine in tip top condition will be offered 10 a.m. to noon July 7 at North Point.

A program: on Food, Stress, & the Brain will be offered on May 24 at the Holiday Inn, 5300 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie. Presented by the Institute of Natural Resouces, seminar registration will be from 7:45 to 8:15 a.m. Class runs from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Some of the topics by Instructor Michelle Albers Ph.D., R.D., will include “Hungy Brain: Biological vs. Psychological Hunger;” “The New Science of Hunger and Appetite;” and “OTC Supplements: Is It Possible to ‘Trick’ Hunger Away?” CEU hours available for health professionals. Tuition is $81. To register visit www.lNRserninars.com or call (800) 937-6878.

Literacy Class: meets from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturdays, through May 26 at the Lincolnwood Public Library, 4000 W. Pratt Ave. Free weekly class for adults who want to improve reading and writing skills. Sponsored by Oakton Community College. Call (847) 635-1426.

English as a Second Language Class: meets from 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays through May 28 at the Lincolnwood Public Library, 4000 W. Pratt Ave. Free weekly class for adults who want to learn to speak English. Sponsored by Oakton Community College. Call (847) 635-1426.

Become a pilates: club member at the Niles Family Fitness Center, at 987 Civic Center Drive, Niles. Purchase two mat pilates classes and receive a Pilates membership card. The card gives you the ability to join all the Mat Pilates classes whenever you wish. Call (847) 588-8400 or visit www.nilesfitness.com for the schedule of classes.

Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy Inc.: is now offering “Introduction to Animal Assisted Therapy,” dog training classes at various locations, including 6042 W. Oakton St., in Morton Grove. The fee is $60. Contact Dorida King at dhking4@yahoo.com or call (773) 736-9021 for schedules and locations.

Knitting for Adults: is offered 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Lincolnwood Library, 4000 W. Pratt Ave. Adults can learn to knit or work on knitting projects. All skill levels welcome.

The Chinese Cultural Education Association: has room for additional students in its Parent & Tot program for 3-year-olds. Basic, day-to-day Chinese (Mandarin) language phrases, along with Asian culture, games, songs and dances are taught to parents and children in a stress-free environment. Classes are from 10:30 a.m.-noon Saturdays at the St. Lambert Education Center, 8141 N. Kedvale Ave., Skokie. Call (847) 674-0348, or e-mail tsaifenlin@comcast.net.

World Politics: is a red-hot topic. Join expert Lester Mehlman as he discusses what is happening in the world at 1 p.m. Wednesdays, at Temple Judea Mizpah, 8610 Niles Center Road, Skokie. Bring your opinions to these lively group sessions. Call (847) 676-1566.

Adult Hebrew classes: are offered Sunday mornings at Temple Judea Mizpah, 8610 Niles Center Road, Skokie. Enrollment is limited for the hour-long class. Call (847) 676-1566, for details.

Clubs

Glencoe/Northbrook/Winnetka Group: of Hadassah North Shore Chapter will meet at the Chicago Botanical Gardens at 10 a.m. May 24 to see the spring plantings. After touring the gardens the group will meet in the dinning area for lunch on your own at 11:45 .am. On Oct. 4 they will return to see how the fall weather changes the colors of the season. Call (847) 205-1900, e-mail: northshore@hadassah.org or visit the web at www.northshore.hadassah.org.

Jewish Genealogical Society: of Illinois will host the following meeting. Visit http://www.jewishgen.org/jgsi or call (312) 666-0100.

“A Chicago Story: of Sex, Murder and Genealogy” will be presented by Mike Karsen, of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois, at 2 p.m., May 20 at Anshe Emet Synagogue, 3751 N. Broadway St., Chicago. Karsen will tell the story of Dora Feldman McDonald, the married daughter of German Jewish immigrants, who in 1907 shot her lover. Dora, married to Chicago political boss, used murder to end the affair and her lover’s blackmail. Karsen will set the record straight about what happened after her dramatic acquittal. The JGSI help desk will open at 12:30 p.m. at Anshe Emet Synagogue for genealogical questions before the main program.

Hadassah North Shore: Chapter is continuing their Mitzvah Project of collecting notions, gift cards to grocery stores and glasses for distribution to Women’s Shelters. Drop off items at the Hadassah North Shore office at 3000 Dundee, #313, in Northbrook. Call the office at (847) 205-1900 or e-mail:www.northshore.hadassah.org.

Chai Hadassah Knitters: or those who prefer to crochet, invites you to bring your needles and yarn and join them on Wednesdays, May 30 and June 27. They meet for two hours starting at 1 p.m. to work on blankets for the Linus Project or the project that has been waiting for you to finish. The meetings are at a member’s home in Highland Park with a $5 donation to Hadassah. Contact the Hadassah North Shore office at (847) 205-1900, e-mail: northshore@hadassah.org or visit www.northshore.hadassah.org.

VFW Snell Post 7186: Veterans of Foreign Wars of Evanston, is looking to enroll new members due to the loss of elderly veterans. All new members will have their first year membership paid for by Snell Post 7186. Meetings are held at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month at the Fleetwood Jordain Center, 1655 Foster in Evanston. Call Commander Clifford Washington at (847) 331-7965.

Northern Illinois: Stereo Camera Club meets from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at Morton Grove Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. The group is devoted to preserving and promoting all aspects of three-dimensional art and photography. Meetings free and open to public. Beginners welcome. Call T.J. Adamczyk (773) 631-7068 or e-mail: Mike Cosentino at mikecoz@mc.net. Also visit http://site.google.com/site/northillinoisstereocameraclub.

The Chicago: Rocks & Minerals Society meets monthly on the second Saturday of each month (except July and August) at 7:30 p.m. at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, 8013 Laramie Ave., Skokie. Visitors are always welcome. The objectives of the society are to study, disseminate, and promote interest in the earth sciences emphasizing the various aspects of geology, paleontology, paleobotany, mineralogy, and the lapidary arts, as well as to collect minerals, fossil specimens, and cutting material. Call Jeanine N. Mielecki at (773) 774-2054 or e-mail JayNine9@aol.com. Visit www.chicagorocks.org.

The Rotary Club: of Skokie Valley meets from 12:15-1:30 p.m. Tuesdays at McCormick & Schmick’s restaurant at 4999 Old Orchard Shopping Center, North Ring Road, Skokie. Lunch is $14, for members and $15 for visitors and guests. Call (847) 763-9811.

A New Personal Growth: Book Club meets from 9:30-11 a.m. on the second Friday of each month at the Levy Senior Center, 800 Dodge Ave., in Evanston. The book club is free and open to individuals ages 55 and older. It is facilitated by a licensed, clinical social worker who specializes in positive psychology. Call (847) 448-8250.

The following clubs: meet at the Lincolnwood Public Library, 4000 W. Pratt Ave.; (847) 677-5277; www.lincolnwoodlibrary.org.

The Friends: of Lincolnwood Library meets 7:30 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month, except December.

Knitting for Adults: meets 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Adults can learn to knit or work on knitting projects. All skill levels welcome.

The Adult Stamp Club: meets 7 p.m. the third Thursday of the month.

The Mac Users Club: meets 7-9 p.m. the second Thursday of each month.

Humanities Treasures: meets 1-3 p.m. Wednesdays.

The Collaborative: Law Institute of Illinois, North Shore Practice Group, meets the last Wednesday of each month from noon-1:30 p.m. at Ruby Tuesday Restaurant, Old Orchard Road, Skokie. Group is comprised of attorneys, financial and mental health professionals, committed to helping people through divorce without litigation. Contact Sara Stolberg: sarastolberg@gmail.com or (847) 325-5554. Also visit www.collablawil.org.

The Kiwanis Club: of Skokie Valley meets at noon Thursdays at North Shore Holiday Inn, 5300 Touhy Ave., Skokie. Call Lisa, (847) 329-0400, or e-mail lkudon@firstbt.com.

Skokie Photographic: Society meets 7 p.m. the third Thursday of each month on the lower level of Skokie Village Hall, 5127 Oakton St., Skokie. Photographers at all levels welcome. Call (847) 677-8324.

Skokie Lions Club: meets 6:30 p.m. every third Tuesday at North Shore Holiday Inn, 5300 Touhy Ave., Skokie. Call Lion Walt Holden, (847) 679-7457.

Niles Township: Toastmasters meets 7:15-8:45 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave. Come and hone your speaking skills, learn to speak extemporaneously or tell a joke. Call (847) 583-9328.

Chicago Photographic: Collectors Society meets at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month, except in July, November and December, at the Ridgeview Grill, 827 Ridge Road, Wilmette. Visit www.chicagophotographic.org.

The Couples: Social and Dance Club meets 7:30 p.m. the third Saturday of each month on the lower level of the Leaning Tower YMCA, 6300 Touhy Ave., Niles. The evening features live band music. Call Marilyn Katz, (847) 299-5827.

National Scrabble: Association Club 340 meets 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Thursdays at Oakton Community Center, 4701 Oakton St., Skokie, and 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Sundays at the Macy’s food court (third floor), 2171 Northbrook Court Mall, Northbrook. The fee is $2 for the day; admission is free to newcomers. Call Robert, (847) 945-7150, or Elizabeth, (847) 433-8591.

Community

Ezra Habonim: the Niles Township Jewish Congregation, 4500 W. Dempster St., Skokie, will host a program featuring Fern Baker, Midwest Regional Director of the Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting in America (CAMERA). Her topic is Exposing Distorted News Coverage and will begin at 7:30 p.m. May 21. Join them for this informative presentation and discussion. All are welcome. Dessert will be served afterwards. Admission is $5 per person. Call (847) 675-4141.

Hadassah: North Shore Resale Shop, 1710 First St., in Highland Park, is a reliable source for quality furniture, house wares, toys, art work and clothing — including designer labels for the whole family. Shop hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Call (847) 433-6352 or e-mail: nsresale@hadassah.org. Donations of lightly used clothing, household items, furniture and toys are accepted and welcomed at the store during business hours six days a week. Proceeds benefit Nobel Prize nominee Hadassah Medical Center. A special discount to military service personnel and their families.

Polish National Alliance: invites Sox fans to join them for the annual Polish-American Night at U.S. Cellular Field (Sox Park) at 7:10 p.m. July 3 for the Chicago White Sox vs. the Texas Rangers. The cost of tickets for the lower box seats are only $20, (half price of original cost). Tickets can be purchased from the Polish National Alliance (800) 621-3723, ext. 316) Polish Roman Catholic Union (800) 772-8632, Ext. 2601; Polish Falcons of America (574) 289-2140; or the Polish Women’s Alliance (888) 522-1898, Ext. 1208). Sox game tickets are limited and going fast, and will be sold as first come, first served.

Illinois Holocaust: Museum & Education Center, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, (847) 967-4800, www.ilholocaustmuseum.org, offers the following:

“Refuge: Stories of the Selfhelp Home” a film premiere of a new documentary will be screened from 1-4 p.m. June 3. The movie reveals the origins and originality of a community that for 60 years has brought over 1,000 Western European Jewish refugees and Holocaust survivors under one roof. Interweaving archival footage with searingly honest testimony by Selfhelp’s residents and founders, “Refuge” addresses the experiences of this last generation before, during and after World War II. Tickets are free with Museum addmission. Reservations required (847) 967-4849.

Book & Author event: with Leila Levinson will be held from 1-4 p.m. June 10.Levinson came upon photos of a Nazi concentration camp at the time of liberation among her late father’s World War II belongings. Over a period of five years, she interviewed other veterans who had also opened the gates of hell. Her book,“Gated Grief: The Daughter of a GI Concentration Camp Liberator Discovers a Legacy of Trauma, explores not only the pain these memories produce among the eyewitnesses, but also the lasting impact on their children. A book signing follows the presentation.

A special exhibition: Ours To Fight For: American Jews in the Second World War continues through June 17. The display explores and celebrates the achievements of Jewish men and women who were part of the American war effort on and off the battlefield. Through their artifacts, letters, and photographs, the “Greatest Generation” tells the stories of what the war was like for all its participants, and for Jews in particular. Ours To Fight For brings to life the actions and feelings of these courageous young men and women.

The Village of Skokie: is collecting non-perishable food to benefit the Niles Township Food Pantry. A large food collection box is located at the main entrance of Village Hall, 5127 Oakton St. Consider donating non-perishable goods while purchasing a vehicle sticker, dropping of a permit application or doing other business at Village Hall. Acceptable items include: boxed cereals, canned vegetables and fruits; canned stews, soups, pork & beans; canned meats (tuna, chicken, etc.; boxed juices and milk; pasta, rice; peanut butter and jelly (plastic jars only); pudding cups, fruit cups, fruit bars, raisins; and crackers. No glass jars/bottles or perishable foods. Village Hall is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Call the Human Services Division at (847) 933-8208.

The 50-50 Rule: a local program, offers strategies for overcoming sibling differences to help families provide the best care for elderly parents. At the core of the 50-50 Rule public education program, is a family relationship and communication guide of real-life situations featuring practical advice from sibling relationships experts. Research conducted for the Home Instead Senior Care network reveals that an inability to work together often leads to one sibling becoming responsible for the bulk of caregiving. That results in the deterioration of sibling relationships. For a free guide, call (847) 673-1250 or visit www.solvingfamilyconflict.com.

CJE’s: Consumer Assistance staff can answer questions about Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage, including the shrinking “donut hole” and other changes in Part D coverage for 2011 and beyond. Representatives can explain the differences between Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans and how to choose a plan that best suits one’s individual needs. If you or your loved ones have questions regarding healthcare reform and how it affects you, call CJE’s Consumer Assistance at (773) 508-1000, for a free consultation. Russian-speaking staff is also available.

SASI: a nonprofit organization, recently announced its new name-- Services for Adults Staying in Their Homes (SASI), to better reflect the agency’s mission to help adults who, due to aging, illness or injury, need assistance in the home. It was formerly called Senior Action Service Inc. Based in Evanston at 1123 Emerson St., SASI serves several other communities, including Wilmette, Kenilworth, Winnetka, Northfield, Glencoe, Skokie, Morton Grove, Lincolnwood, Deerfield, Des Plaines and Chicago. Call (847) 864-7274 or visit www.SASIathome.org.

The Village of Skokie: Health Department offers a short-term infant/toddler car seat loan program. The program is available to Skokie residents and is ideal when young guests are visiting. A $10 cash deposit is required for each seat borrowed. The participating resident receives $5 of the deposit back once the seat is returned in good condition. Health Department personnel are able to assist residents with ensuring the proper installation of loaned seats. Seats are loaned subject to availability and are loaned for up to six weeks. Contact the Skokie Health Department at (847) 933-8252 or visit www.skokie.org.

Pet licenses: are available at Village Hall. With a veterinarian’s statement of spay/neutering, the pet license fee is $6. Without the statement the fee is $12. A current rabies certificate must be presented at the time of purchase whether purchasing in-person or by mail. Pet licenses cannot be renewed online. Pet licenses purchased 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday at Skokie Village Hall, 5127 Oakton St.

The Village of Skokie: offers the TeenLink program uniting Skokie residents who are in need of outside yard work, such as snow shoveling, and lawn care with teens who are for hire. The TeenLink program list provides contact information for available teens. The list includes the name and address of the teen, days available, type of work they can do and their expected rate of pay. Residents can receive the list by mail or e-mail. The resident is responsible for contacting the teen and for making financial and scheduling arrangements. For a copy of the TeenLink contact list, call the Village manager’s office at (847) 933-8210.

For information: about a free meeting space for groups or committees, call Lindsey at the Lincolnwood Place Retirement community, (847) 673-7166.

The Village of Skokie’s: Human Services Division hosts a drop-in class for anyone who wishes to become a U.S. citizen. The class meets 1-3:30 p.m. Thursdays at 5120 Galitz St., Skokie. The tutorial reviews citizenship test questions, prints testing applications and submits completed applications to the federal government. Call (847) 933-8208.

The Smith Activities Center: 5120 Galitz St., Skokie, offers the following programs. Call (847) 933-8208 if registration is required.

Bright Ideas ESL Class: meets 9:15-11:15 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Registration required.

Chess is played: from noon-4:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays.

Socialization and Needlework: takes place 10:30 a.m.-noon every Tuesday.

News and Views Discussion: is set at 10 a.m. every Friday.

A Simple Will/Durable Power: of Attorney/Living Will program for low-income seniors who meet requirements is offered. A fee is charged by the attorney. Call (847) 933-8208 for program details and registration information. Woodcarving meets 9:30-11:30 a.m. with instructor Irv Marion. Fee required.

Fundraiser

Chicago Bears: Charles Tillman will partner with Kings Lanes, Lounge & Sports, 5505 Park Place, Rosemont, for the Charles Tillman Pro BOWLer Charity Fundraiser from 6 -10 p.m. June 7. The event will support the Charles Tillman Cornerstone Foundation to help critically and chronically ill children. To register a team or purchase tickets, visit www.charlestillman.org.

In honor of: Hadassah’s 100th Anniversary Hadassah North Shore Chapter is sponsoring a Centennial 3K Walkathon on June 24 at Wood Oaks Green Park, on Sanders between Dundee and Walters, in Northbrook. Contact the Hadassah North Shore office at (847) 205-1900, email: northshore@hadassah.org or to pre-register go to www.northshore.hadassah.org.

Government

A representative from: the Niles Township Clerk’s office will be available weekdays from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and evenings by appointment on the second and fourth Mondays of each month to accommodate your schedule to assist with passport applications, voter registration and temporary handicapped parking placards. For an appointment at Niles Township in Skokie, call (847) 673-9300.

Skokie Public Board: generally meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month in the board room at the library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie. Agendas may be obtained before the meeting by calling the administrative office, (847) 324-3128.

Health

Immunization Clinics: will be offered from 9 a.m.-noon Tuesdays and Thursdays. The clinic fee is $5 per person and participants must register in advance.

The Village of Skokie: Health Department offers microwave-oven testing to measure for possible radiation leaks. Testing is recommended for older microwave models. Microwaves that have damaged doors or seals may leak harmful radiation. There is no charge, but an appointment is required. Skokie residents should call the Environmental Health Division, (847) 933-8484.

An Arthritis Foundation: education-and-support group meets 2-3:30 p.m. the first Friday of the month in Room 105 of the Weber Center, 9300 Weber Park Place, Skokie. This group will be facilitated by a clinical social worker and a foundation-certified group leader. Call (847) 674-1500, Ext. 2600.

JCFS

Jewish: Child & Family Services, 5150 Golf Road, Skokie, will present Community Education for People with Disabilities, Their Families and Professionals. Classes are held from 6-8 p.m. and include: “Adaptive and Accessible Interior Design,” May 17 with Leslie Markman Stern; and “Anger Management Strategies for People with Developmental Disabilities,” June 14 with Emily Tegenkamp. Three programs, no fee, and sign up for as many as you wish. CEU’s and CPDU’s available for all presentations. Registration required. Contact Emily Tegenkamp at (773) 467-3741 or www.jcfs.org.

Community Education: for People with Disabilities, their Families and Professionals. Jewish Child & Family Services offers free monthly/bimonthly community education on a variety of topics related to disability at 5150 Golf Road, Skokie location. CEUs and CPDUs are available for all presentations. Visit www.jcfs.org. Contact Emily Tegenkamp, (773) 467-3741, www.jcfs.org.

Jewish: Child & Family Services will hold a social group for adults with disabilities. Adults In Transition will meet from 5:45-7 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at the Goldie Bachmann Luftig Building, 5150 Golf Road, Skokie. Social support group for adults with disabilities who are in their 20s to mid-50s. Social support, conversation, and a safe environment to explore issues. Cost is $7 per session. Contact Sheri Fox, LCSW, (847) 412-4356. Visit www.jcfs.org.

Finding Resources: in the Community Chest will be offered from 6–7:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of every month at JCFS, 3525 Peterson, Chicago. There are services in the community for people needing food, financial help, employment assistance and resources. This group will help identify options and create a plan of action to rebuild. Contact Lawrence Sodeinde, (773) 516-5526, LEN@jcfs.org. or www.jcfs.org.

Library

Lincolnwood Public Library: 4000 W. Pratt Ave. offers the following programs. Call (847) 677-5277 or visit www.lincolnwoodlibrary.org.

The Library: will be closed May 27 and 28 for the Memorial Day holiday. Also, the Library will be closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend.

Cinematic Classics: shown Thursdays at 1 p.m. May 17: “Shadow of a Doubt”; May 24: “Roman Holiday.”

Friday Films: shown weekly at 1 p.m. May 18: “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy”; May 25: “Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close.”

Morning Matinees: are held Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. May 24: “Young Adult.”

Travel: Through Time Presentation featuring Dave Clark presents “Centennial: 1912, the Titanic and More” will be held at 10:30 a.m. May 18.

The Lincolnwood Library: Board of Trustees will meet at 7:30 p.m. May 17 and on the third Thursday of the month unless otherwise noted.

Live@Lincolnwood: featuring classical guitarist Peter Fletcher will be presented at 2 p.m. May 20. Free tickets available at the library’s Circulation desk, three weeks prior to event to Lincolnwood residents and one week prior to non-residents.

Parenting

Parenting: a Child with Special Needs? Join other parents and consult with professionals on specific parenting issues for children with special needs. Single seminars and ongoing sessions offered at Jewish Child & Family Services, 255 Revere Drive, Northbrook. Call for more information and start dates. Groups are ongoing and run year-round. For dates, times and fees, contact Meredith White, (847) 412-4336, www.jcfs.org.

Group Firefly: for children ages 10-14 diagnosed with Asperger’s Disorder or Autism meet Tuesdays, from 5–6 p.m. at Jewish Child & Family Services, 255 Revere Drive, Northbrook. Group focuses on teaching and building social skills and encouraging prosocial engagement with peers. Three series, 10 weeks each. $250 per series fee. For dates and times, contact Rachel Riley, PsyD, (847) 412-4355, www.jcfs.org.

Get Together: for Parents and Children: Ages 4 and Under meets Tuesdays, 10- 11:30 a.m. at Virginia Frank Child Development Center, 3033 Touhy, Chicago. The group offers an opportunity for parents to meet other parents with young children; get away from feeling ‘cooped up’ and ‘isolated’; share experiences, ideas, and concerns with other parents and staff whose skills are in family and child development; discuss developmental issues and watch them unfold as children play. $15 per session per family. Contact Joanne Kestnbaum, LCSW, at (773) 761-4550. JoanneKestnbaum@jcfs.org. www.jcfs.org.

Parks

Adopt-A-Park: was established so neighborhood groups or other organizations can work with the Lincolnwood Parks & Recreation Department in maintaining and improving the community’s parks. Through fund-raising, volunteer clean-up and program/activities are held in the park. Adopting groups will be able to have a part in addressing the needs of their adopted park. When a group decides to Adopt-A-Park, the Lincolnwood Parks & Recreation Department works closely with the group’s volunteers to plan events, clean-ups and other activities. Call (847) 677-9740, to discuss possible park locations.

The Lincolnwood: Community Center, 6900 N. Lincoln Ave., Lincolnwood, is available for rent to businesses, individuals and families of Lincolnwood as well as those living nearby. Rent the center for various functions including birthday parties, bat/bar mitzvah parties, family reunions/celebrations, annual holiday parties, wedding engagements, retirement parties, classroom enrichment programs and more. Amenities includes round or rectangular tables, banquet chairs, kitchen, TV, podium with microphone, coffeepot, and tablecloths. To tour building, inquire about availability, or a renter information packet, call (847) 677-9740.

Maine-Niles Association: of Special Recreation offers individuals with physical and mental challenges, behavior and learning disorders, hearing and visual impairments and emotional disabilities the opportunity to enjoy a variety of recreation activities. To receive a seasonal brochure or to offer support for individuals with special needs by volunteering, call (847) 966-5522.

Religion

Temple Judea Mizpah:, 8610 Niles Center Road, Skokie, will host a Shabbaton in memory of Susie Goldstein from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 19. This event is open to the public and will include study with Israeli-born scholar Rachel Dulin, Shabbat morning service, and a kiddush lunch. The topic will be an in-depth study on “Religion and Politics: A Biblical Perspective - Have We Changed?” Suggested donation is $12 per person. Call (847) 676-1566.

Movie Night: will be held at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 8201 N. Karlov Ave., Skokie, at 7:15 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month. Join them for a feature film, popcorn and discussion. Call (847) 966-8445.

Jerusalem Lutheran School: 6218 Capulina Ave., in Morton Grove, holds Sunday services at 8 and 10:30 a.m. Adult Bible study, children’s Sunday school and C4L (Christians for Life) teen group meet at 9:15 a.m. Two other Bible classes are offered on Wednesdays. Call Pastor Prange at (847) 965-7340 or visit www.jerusalemlutheran.org.

Reunions

The Class of 1952: Austin High School reunion, “ Let’s Celebrate,” will be held on Oct. 6. RSVP to gabejacobsen@comcast.net or call (847) 255-8659.

Navy and Marine Corps: shipmates who served on the USS Columbus CA-74/CG-12 from 1944 through 1976 and the USS Columbus (SSN-762) past and present, if you would like to share memories and camaraderie with old friends and make new ones, contact Allen R. Hope, president, 3828 Hobson Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46815-4505. Call (260) 486-2221 from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. eastern time, fax: 260-492-9771 or e-mail: Hope4391@ frontier.corn.

Scholarships

The Illinois: Sons of Italy Foundation announced that graduating high school seniors who are full or partially of Italian ancestry may compete for $1,000 college scholarships. Scholarships will be awarded to 2012 graduates from any recognized Illinois high school. Applicants will be selected on financial need, scholastic achievements, high school activities showing character and leadership, a personal essay and faculty recommendations. For applications, write the Illinois Sons of Italy Foundation, at 9447 West 144th Place, Orland Park, IL 60462. Include a self-addressed, stamped envelope, or via e-mail at osiail@aol.com. Applications must be completed and returned to the Foundation office by July 1.

Variety of Illinois: invites interested athletes ages 8 to 21, who are passionately pursuing dreams of athletic glory, to apply to the Live to Achieve Program for a $1,000 grant. Applications can be downloaded from Variety of Illinois’ website at varietyofillinois.org.  For print copies, call Variety at (312) 822-0660, and an application will be mailed.  Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Applicants will be notified by mail of Variety of Illinois’ decision, which will take into account overall personality and goals of the applicant, not just sheer athletic talent. Applicants are eligible to receive one Live to Achieve grant per calendar year. 

“Immigrants Aspire!”: scholarships and essay competition offers three scholarship awards — a grand prize of $2,000 and two runner-up prizes of $500. Winners will be honored at a special reception and their essays will be featured on the website of the sponsor, Immigration Law Associates. The deadline is midnight May 31. Contact Christine Futia at cfutia@immig-chicago.com or (847) 763-8500 for additional information.

Seniors

A weekly: senior drop-in group meets from 10:30 a.m.-noon Wednesdays at 5150 Golf Road, Skokie. Participants discuss politics, current events, health, relationships and more. The fee is $7 per session. Contact Sandy Posner at (847) 745-5448 or SandyPosner@jcfs.org, www.jcfs.org.

Bright Ideas ESL: is held from 9:15-11:15 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays at the Smith Activities Center, 5120 Galitz St., Skokie. The Ongoing English as a Second Language class is for Russian-speaking refugees 60 and older. Interactive, fun, conversational. Beginners are welcome. Class is based on Bright Ideas ESL Curriculum, developed by the Coalition of Limited English Speaking Elderly (CLESE), specifically for the older learner. No fee. Contact Barbara Urbanska-Yeager, (773) 866-5035. www.jcfs.org.

CJE SeniorLife: offers support groups on a wide variety of topics of interest to seniors and their families. Fees vary according to program and individual circumstances and some groups may be partially covered by Medicare and supplemental insurance. To join a group, call CJE SeniorLife at (773) 508-1000.

A Super Senior: and People with Disabilities Event will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 25 at Bernard Horwich Building, 3003 W. Touhy, Chicago. The day will include a Rules of the Road class, Photo ID/Driver’s License Renewal, Vision Testing and RTA Seniors Ride Free/Reduced Fare Permits. Registration required. To RSVP, call (773) 508-1000.

Shavuot: The Story of Two Gifts presented by Sue Carol Lewis, Jewish educator, will be held at 1:30 p.m. May 29 at Lieberman Center for Health and Rehabilitation, 9700 Gross Point Road, Skokie. The holiday of Shavuot highlights the gift of the Ten Commandments to the Jewish people. Learn about the celebration of the holiday of Shavuot, its meaning and why it is paired with the uniquely beautiful story of the Book of Ruth. Open to the public Call Susan Buchbinder at (773) 508-1695.

Confused: by the Medicare Maze? Meet with a SHIP-trained counselor to get the answers to your questions about Medicare, Medicaid and coordinating medical coverage. The sessions will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 29 and May 30 at the CJE SeniorLife, Bernard Horwich Building, 3003 W. Touhy, Chicago. Call (773) 508-1000 to schedule your appointment.

Age-Proof Your Home: Join CJE SeniorLife’s CAPS professional, Rachel Tanzer, to learn about methods to continue living comfortably and safely in your home. Topics covered include falls prevention strategies, home safety suggestions and home modifications from 6-7 p.m. June 4 at Weinberg Community for Senior Living (Gidwitz Place Social Hall), 1551 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield. Space is limited, reservations are recommended. To make a reservation, call Center for Healthy Living at (773) 508-1073. Free and open to the public. Light refreshments to follow each presentation.

Jewish Learning: Opportunities at CJE SeniorLife will feature Chesed in Action with speaker Keith Kanter, Jewish educator at 1:30 p.m. June 12 at Lieberman Center for Health and Rehabilitation, 9700 Gross Point Road, Skokie. What is chesed and how do we go about it? Participants in this class will define what chesed is, and delve into real examples and practical actions which inform and reflect the understanding of this important idea. A variety of texts will be used, including sections from the Torah and a story by the Yiddish writer, Yitzchak Leib Peretz. Call Susan Buchbinder at (773) 508-1695.

Afternoon at the Movies: a free screening of “The Life and Times of Hank Greenberg” will be shown from 12:45-3 p.m. June 12 at Bernard Horwich Building, 3003 W. Touhy Ave., Chicago. This documentary film explores how Hank Greenberg, an extraordinary baseball player, overcame anti-Semitism to become an American hero. Seating for movie begins at 12:45 p.m. No admittance once film begins at 1 p.m. Registration required. To RSVP, call (773) 508-1000.

Scrabble Club: is for word lovers and game players of all levels. Learn the classic game of Scrabble or get tips to sharpen your skills, with instructor and tournament director Joe Cortese. Meets at 11 a.m. Wednesdays at Bernard Horwich Building, 3003 W. Touhy Ave. Chicago. Free. Monthly meeting dates: May 23, and 30. Call (773) 508-1000.

Holocaust Survivors: Coffee and Conversation meets every Monday and Thursday throughout the month. Group meets from 1-2:30 p.m. Monday, May 21 and 28, at the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie. Free. Call (847) 568-5200 to register. Also held from 2-3:30 p.m. Thursday, May 17, 24 and 31 at JCFS Joy F. Knapp Center, 3145 W. Pratt Blvd., Chicago. Free. Call (847) 568-5100.

Living Life Through Loss: a drop-in bereavement support group, meets every Wednesday from 1-2:30 p.m. at CJE SeniorLife, 3003 W. Touhy Ave., Chicago. Any adult over the age of 60 who has lost a loved one in the past three years is encouraged to attend. Monthly meeting dates: May 23 and 30. There is a $5 fee for each session. Call (773) 508-1129.

Making Connections: Seniors with Adult Children with Disabilities meets from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday of every month at the Bernard Horwich Building, 3003 W. Touhy Ave., Chicago. The program offers families an opportunity to connect, share experiences and learn about benefits and community resources. Those interested in attending must register in advance by calling (773) 508-1694.

A support group: for family caregivers whose loved one has been diagnosed with an atypical dementia (Frontotemporal Dementia, Lewy Body Dementia, Primary Progressive Aphasia) will take place from 6-7:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month at Weinberg Community for Senior Living, 1551 Lake-Cook Road, Deerfield. Drop-ins are welcome. On-site respite care available during the support group; pre-registration is only required if bringing a loved one to respite care. Call Sara Sanderman at (847) 236-7863.

Caregiving for Loved Ones: with Dementia is a support group for individuals who are involved in the care of a loved one with dementia. Meets the first and third Wednesday of each month from 11 a.m. to noon at CJE’s Adult Day Services, 1015 W. Howard St., Evanston. RSVP to Amy Zann, LCSW, (773) 508-1690.

Community Senior Adults: is open to new members. Lunch, socialization and entertainment are offered on a weekly basis. Purchase Kosher lunches at affordable prices. Meets 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. every Tuesday at Lieberman Center for Health and Rehabilitation, 9700 Gross Point Road, Skokie. Call Esther Craven at (773) 508-1047. Monthly meeting dates: May 22 and 29.

Staff from nonprofit agency: SASI will answer questions about home care and ways to stay home safely from 9-11 a.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at North Shore Community Bank, 7800 Lincoln Ave., Skokie. For details, call SASI-Services for Adults Sta3wying in Their Homes at (847) 864-7274 or visit www.SASIathome.org.

SASI’s Celebrating Experience: A Gallery of Art by senior citizens is open from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. every Wednesday and Friday, or by appointment. SASI is in the professional building above the retail shops at 1123 Emerson St., Evanston. Directions at www.sasiathome.org/contact/contact.html.

Super Seniors: a Jewish senior group for those 60 or older meets from 3-4:30 p.m. on first and third Sundays at the North Shore University Health System Skokie Hospital, 9600 Gross Point Road, Skokie. Topics include current events, books, jokes and Israel. Call (847) 583-9328.

SASI’s Celebrating Experience: A Gallery of Art by senior citizens is open from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. every Wednesday and Friday, or by appointment. SASI is in the professional building above the retail shops at 1123 Emerson St., Evanston. Directions at www.sasiathome.org/contact/contact.html.

The Village Center Apartments: a low-income subsidized senior citizen residence in Skokie, will take application requests to apply to the waiting list for a limited number of future vacancies. To receive an application, along with a description of the qualifications needed to apply, send a letter or postcard with the name and address of the prospective applicant to 5140 Galitz St., Skokie IL 60077.

CJE SeniorLife: is now accepting applications for Robineau Residence, 7550 N. Kostner Ave., in Skokie, for immediate move-in. The age requirement for residency at Robineau was recently lowered to 55 years of age (from 62). In addition, the income level for a single occupant was raised to $42,100 per year. For an application and a tour of Robineau, contact Dorothy Levant at (847) 675-8580.

Join in: knitting, needlepoint, crocheting or embroidery from 10:30 a.m.-noon every Tuesday at the Smith Activities Center, 5120 Galitz St., Skokie. Have fun with the social group while chatting and crafting. All interested persons are invited for free. Call (847) 933-8208.

Jewish Senior Singles: Social Club meets throughout the months for dinner and a variety of programs. Call (847) 676-2872.

Lincolnwood Mayor: Jerry Turry’s Rescue Rangers is a program for senior residents or anyone with disabilities who lack the resources, and are unable, to complete daily living tasks, such as shoveling snow, walking a pet or placing garbage toters. Local teens assist senior’s Office. Call (847) 745-4717.

Join the Lincolnwood: Social Club (55+) Individuals do not have to be a resident of Lincolnwood to join. The group visits exciting places every week in addition to the numerous special events held at the Community Center.

Lincolnwood: Social Club 55+ in the Lincolnwood Community Center, 6900 N. Lincoln Ave., Lincolnwood, features a Weights & Movement exercise class from 9-10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Cost is $2 for members per class; $3, guests. Call the Parks & Recreation Office at (847) 677-9740 for registration.

Lincolnwood: Social Club 55+ meets for Bridge from 1-3:30 p.m. Mondays (excluding legal holidays) at 6900 N. Lincoln Ave., Lincolnwood. Admission free for members. Call Parks & Recreation office at (847) 677-9740.

Lincolnwood: Social Club 55+ meets for Mah Jongg from 12:30-3 p.m. Thursdays (excluding legal holidays) at 6900 N. Lincoln Ave., Lincolnwood. Admission is free for members. Call the Parks & Recreation office at (847) 677-9740.

Super Seniors: a Jewish Seniors group for those over 60 meets from 3-4:30 p.m. on first and third Sundays at the North Shore University Health System Skokie Hospital, 9600 Gross Point Road, Skokie. Topics include current events, books, jokes and Israel. Call Phyllis (847) 583-9328.

Lincolnwood Place: Retirement Community, 7000 N. McCormick Blvd. RSVP to Lindsey, (847) 673-7166, Ext. 4204, hosts the following events: An Tai Chi class with Francesca at 10 a.m. every Monday and Wednesday in Auditorium II; Gitta’s Yiddish Music Discussion Group meets at 1:30 p.m. Fridays in the Card Room; A free stretch-and-tone class take place at 10 a.m. Tuesdays, with a free strength-training class follows at 11 a.m. (847) 673-7166; A free low-impact fitness class is held at 10 a.m. Fridays.

A low-vision: support group meets 1:30 -3 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Smith Activities Center, 5120 Galitz St., Skokie. Anyone interested is invited to attend. Call (847) 933-8208.

A hearing-loss: support group meets 1:30-3 p.m. the second Thursday of every month at the Smith Activities Center, 5120 Galitz St., Skokie. Call (847) 933-8208.

The Silver Singers: perform at 1:30 p.m. the last Monday of each month at the Smith Activities Center, 5120 Galitz St., Skokie. Call (847) 933-8208.

The Skokie Park District: seniors enjoy movies at 1 p.m. every other Wednesday at the Oakton Community Center, 4701 Oakton St., Skokie. There is no fee for the movie. Call (847) 933-4969.

The Skokie Park District’s: Gratitude Club meets the first Tuesday of each month to discuss a variety of topics, including self-improvement and self-awareness. Fee is $3 for Skokie residents; $5, nonresidents. For reservations, call (847) 933-4969.

Support

The Family: Caregiver Circle is an educational support group for family members caregiving seniors. Meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Morton Grove Community Church, 8944 Austin Ave. Drop-ins are always welcome. If in need of respite care during the meeting, call (847) 965-2982, in advance.

NorthShore Hospice: sponsors the following Grief Support Groups: Soul Mates, an ongoing support group for those who have experienced the death of a spouse or life partner. Group meets on second and fourth Tuesday of the month 6:30-8 p.m. at NorthShore Hospice office, 4901 Searle Parkway, Skokie. Legacy, an ongoing support group for adults who have experienced the death of a parent. Handicap accessible and parking available. Pre-register with Thom Dennis, (847) 982-4364 or e-mail him at Tdennis@northshore.org.

The National Alliance: on Mental Illness, Cook County North Suburban will hold meetings from 9-10:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Saturday of every month at Evanston Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave., Room 1700, Evanston. Parking is free. Call (847) 716-2252.

The Bethany Terrace: will host its monthly Alzheimer’s Association affiliated Dementia Support Group meets from 1:30-2:30 p.m. on the third Fridays of every month at 8425 Waukegan Road, in Morton Grove. Light refreshments will be served. Support Groups are an excellent way for family members to share their experiences meeting the challenges and rewards of living with a family member who has dementia/ Alzheimer’s and to learn about the disease. All members of the community are welcome to attend. Call (847) 965-8100.

The National Alliance: on Mental Illness, Cook County North Suburban, invites the public to attend its “Family Support Group” for families of adults coping with a mental illness. Program is free and meets from 7-8:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month, at the Nesset Center, 1775 Ballard, north of Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge. Free parking. Call (847) 716-2252.

Weight No More: a friendly weight loss support group, is welcoming new members. Meetings take place from 9:15-10:15 a.m. Fridays at the Howard Leisure Center, 6676 Howard St. Niles, elevator accessible. Weigh in: 9:15-9:30 a.m. Discussions include weight loss tips, recipes, and helpful ideas to help participants reach their goals. Fees are $5 monthly to defray the room rental costs and small fines for weight gain. Call (847) 679-4229.

Families Anonymous: a support group for family and friends who are concerned about a loved one’s substance abuse or behavioral problems. Group 831 meets at 10 a.m. Fridays at Carter Westminster Church, 4950 W. Pratt Ave., Skokie, in basement; enter from parking lot in rear. Group 173 meets at 7:30 p.m. Mondays (except holidays) at First United Methodist Church, 418 W. Touhy Ave., Park Ridge, in the Parlor Room. No dues or fees. Only first names are used at the non-professional and non-religious programs. Visitors always welcome. Call Families Anonymous at (773) 777-4442 or visit www.familiesanonymous.org.

Tops Club, Inc.: (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), an international weight-loss network of support groups, holds a local meeting weekly on Mondays at 5 p.m. at the Niles Park District Center, 6676 West Howard St., Niles, on the lower level. Handicap accessible. TOPS has helped individuals live healthier with a combination of sensible eating, regular exercise, and ongoing support to help members achieve and maintain their weight-loss goals. All are all invited to join. Visitors are welcome to visit their first TOPS meeting free of charge. Call (847) 966-4871; to find another local chapter, visit www.tops.org or call (800) 932-8677.

The National Alliance: on Mental Illness, Cook County North Suburban invites the public to attend its “Family Support Group” for families of individuals with a mental illness. The program is free and meets from 7-8:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month, at the Nesset Center, 1775 Ballard Road, Park Ridge, north of Lutheran General Hospital. Free parking. Call (847) 716-2252.

The Depression and Bipolar: Support Alliance-Greater Chicago has free support groups for people with mood disorders and support groups for their families. Meetings take place from 6:30-8 p.m. on the first Monday of every month at the Evanston Hospital, 2650 Ridge, Evanston, in Rooms G952 and 954. Call Elaine at (847) 674-6376.

Overeaters Anonymous: an organization for people with eating disorders (compulsive overeating, anorexia, bulimia, etc.) meets every Sunday at 9 a.m. at the Lieberman Health Center, 9700 Gross Point Road, in Skokie. Overeaters Anonymous is a 12-step program based on the principles of Alcoholic Anonymous. There are no dues or fees to pay and the only requirement for participation is a “desire to stop eating compulsively.” Call Hasha at (847) 507-9118.

The Les Turner: ALS Foundation Support Group meets from 7-8:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every month at Temple Beth Israel, 3601 W. Dempster St., Skokie. For directions, call (847) 675-0951. Those attending are asked to notify Claire Owen, director of patient services, (847) 679-3311 or cowen@lesturnerals.org.

FOCUS: is a support group for visually impaired, working-age adults. The group meets 7-8:30 p.m. one evening per month. Participants have stimulating discussions, share ideas, and plan and participate in social activities. For meeting information and location, call Juanita, (847) 933-8208.

Rush North Shore: Medical Center, in collaboration with the Cancer Wellness Center, hosts a cancer support group at 11 a.m. the third Thursday of the month at 9701 N. Knox Ave., Skokie. People diagnosed with cancer and their family members are invited to share information and receive support. Call (847) 509-9595.

Crossroads: is a free, ongoing group for adults whose spouse died one year ago or more. Focus of the group is to provide an environment for socialization with other people who have experienced a similar loss. Activities and topics discussed will be generated by the group. The group meets 1-2:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays of the month at the NorthShore University HealthSystem Home & Hospice Services office, 4901 Searle Parkway, Skokie. Registration is required; call Thom Dennis, (847) 982-4364.

The Treatment and Research: Advancements Association for Personality Disorders holds a monthly support group for people suffering from Borderline Personality Disorder. The group meets 6:30-8:45 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month at Rush North Shore Medical Center, 9600 Gross Point Road, Skokie. Space is limited. For reservations, e-mail rh5mail-tara@yahoo.com. To learn more about The Treatment and Research Advancements Association for Personality Disorders, go to TARA4bpd.org.

A weekly: senior drop-in group meets from 10:30 a.m.-noon Wednesdays at 5150 Golf Road, Skokie. Participants discuss politics, current events, health, relationships and more. The fee is $7 per session. Call (847) 468-5105.

Starting Over: Adjusting to Life in the United States meets from 9:30-11 a.m. Mondays at 5150 Golf Road, Skokie. The free program is for Russian-speaking immigrants age 55 and older from the former Soviet Union. Call Sheri, (847) 568-5200, or Lina, (773) 866-5035.

Coffee and Conversation: for Holocaust Survivors is from 1-2:30 p.m. Mondays at the Holocaust Memorial Foundation, 4709 Golf Road, Skokie. Participants discuss challenges of aging, politics and current events, news from Israel and family celebrations. Free. Call (847) 568-5200.

Compulsive Eaters: Anonymous meetings are as follows: 7-8 p.m. Mondays in Room 259 of the Lieberman Center, 9700 Gross Point Road, Skokie, call Charlene, (847) 679-2505; 7-8 p.m. Tuesdays at Rush North Shore Medical Center’s administrative center, 2 S. 9600 Gross Point Road, Skokie. Call Cherri, (847) 933-9501; 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays at Rush North Shore Medical Center’s administrative center, 2 S. 9600 Gross Point Road, Skokie. Call Linda, (773) 387-4247; and 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Sundays at Rush North Shore Medical Center (Sharfstein East), 9600 Gross Point Road, Skokie. Call Charlene, (847) 679-2505.

La Leche League: of Evanston and Wilmette welcomes all mothers and babies to meetings offering breastfeeding information and support. Meetings are twice a month at 9:30 a.m. the first Wednesday at Skokie Valley Baptist Church, 1050 Skokie Blvd., Wilmette, and at 7 p.m. the second Thursday at St. Francis Hospital, 355 Ridge Ave., Evanston. Call Elaine, (773) 545-2673, or Claudia, (847) 251-6407.

Volunteers

In honor of May: as National ALS Awareness Month, hundreds of volunteers with the Les Turner ALS Foundation will participate in Tag Days drives. These fundraising drives will be held in approximately 25 communities across the Chicagoland area, including Lincolnwood on May 19 and 20 and Skokie on May 18. Volunteers will be stationed at intersections, shopping areas, train stations, and other places throughout communities collecting donations to help fight ALS, commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Tag Days involves volunteers to increase awareness of ALS and raise funds for research, patient services and educational programs. Call (847) 679-3311 or visit www.lesturnerals.org.

Looking for: Court Watchers at the Skokie Courthouse for Domestic Violence. Domestic violence affects up to 50 percent of all families in the U.S. Being a Court Watcher is easy, convenient and rewarding. If you can be a volunteer for this very important program, contact Joanne Liberman at (847) 412-1577 or e-mail Joanne at NonnyL@aol.com.

CJE SeniorLife: is in need of more volunteers for its Home Delivered Meals program in the north side of Chicago, Evanston, Skokie, and Morton Grove areas. Hot and cold meals are delivered weekdays from 11 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Volunteers work in teams of two, where one person drives his/her car with the other person delivering the meals to the client’s door. Volunteers can choose one or two weekdays on a regular basis to deliver meals or assist as their schedule permits. For more information on becoming a Home Delivered Meals volunteer, call Anne Schuman at (773) 508-1064.

The Interfaith: Housing Center of the Northern Suburbs is seeking volunteers of all races, national origins, ages and physical abilities to assist in collecting data about their home-seeking experiences. Experience is not required, training will be provided. A small stipend and expenses will be paid. Call Viki at (847) 501-2029, Ext. 408, or e-mail viki@interfaithhousingcenter.org.

Lincolnwood Place: Retirement Community, 7000 N. McCormick Blvd., Lincolnwood, is seeking volunteers over age 16 to assist with resident programs. If interested, call Brad Howell at (847) 673-7166.

CJE SeniorLife: is in need of more volunteers for its home-delivered meals program in the Evanston, Skokie and Morton Grove areas. Hot and cold meals are delivered between 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. weekdays. Volunteers work in teams of two; one person drives and the other delivers the meals to the client’s door. Volunteers may choose on what basis to deliver meals or assist one or two weekdays regularly as their schedules permit. Call Cookie, (773) 508-1014.

Evanston Northwestern: Healthcare Hospice’s volunteer program offers opportunities to work with patients and families dealing with a terminal illness. Daytime hospice volunteers are needed to provide companionship and emotional support to patients and relief for their caregivers, provide transportation, run errands and perform light household tasks. An eight-week training course is 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesdays at 4901 Searle Parkway, Skokie. To register, call (847) 982-4365.

Rush North Shore: Medical Center seeks hospital volunteers for day, evening and weekend positions including: emergency-room liaison, patient visitor, transporting patients, delivering flowers and greeting guests. Volunteers work four-hour shifts during the day and three-hour shifts in the evening. To obtain a volunteer application form, call (847) 933-6540, or visit www.rnsmc.org.

The Home Delivered: Meals Program for the village of Skokie seeks drivers to deliver meals to Skokie’s homebound seniors. If you can spare an hour per week from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., call Terri Williams, (847) 933-8208.

Workshops

All-day Job Seeker: Workshops provided by employment coaches from Illinois WorkNet will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 24 at Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. For information about Illinois WorkNet, call (847) 448-8647, or go to www.illinoisworknet.com. Registration is required; call (847) 929-5101 or go to calendar.webrary.org.

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