Libertyville, Mundelein and Vernon Hills calendar for week of June 30

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Updated: October 28, 2011 11:37AM

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Business

The Green Oaks, Libertyville, Mundelein, Vernon Hills (GLMV) Chamber of Commerce invites business people to attend the following events. Call (847) 680-0750 or visit www.glmvchamber.org

GLMV Networking Group 3x2, 7:30 a.m. first and third Friday of the month at Lashen Center, 294 Evergreen Dr., Vernon Hills.

GLMV Weekly Thursday Business Interchange Group, 7:30 a.m. at Liberty Restaurant, 419 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. This informal networking group exchanges business information and referrals.

The Business Networking Group meets from 7:30-8:45 a.m. on the second and fourth Friday of the month at Grandma V’s Restaurant, corner of Route 176 and 45 in Mundelein. BNG is a networking group that provides members not only with business referrals, but also with an atmosphere of friendship and professional support. Contact Holly at (847) 362-0335 or visit www.bngonline.org.

GLMV Women’s Networking Group, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., second Tuesday of the month at White Deer Run, 250 Greggs Landing, Vernon Hills.

Children

Improv Playhouse will hold I.P. Filmmaking Camp for children in fifth-eighth grades and eighth-twelfth grades at 116 W. Lake Street, Libertyville. Campers will be immersed in story boarding, shot list creation, casting, shooting and digital film editing. Camp ends with a mini-film fest. Tween Camp (10-13 years) runs July 11-22. Teen Camp (14-18 years) is from July 25-Aug. 5. Fee is $560 per person. Call (847) 968-4529 or www.improvplayhouse.com

SportsLife Camp for children of elementary age from 5:30-8:30 p.m. July 5-8 at Trinity Community Church 1190 W. Winchester Road, Libertyville. $5 fee for each camper offers the following activities, basketball/street hockey; soccer/field games; dance/cheerleading or art. The last evening will be family fun night with free food and games. To register go to www.trinitylink.com or call Mike at (847) 367-8501 ext. 204.

Chicago Bulls Basketball summer camps in Libertyville to be held on July 11 through July 15 at the Libertyville Sports Complex, 1950 N. Highway 45. Libertyville. The official summer camps of the Chicago Bulls are available for boys and girls from age’s five to twelve at every ability level. The dates, times, and pricing for the Chicago Bulls summer camp in Libertyville are listed on the Bulls/Sox Academy website. To register for this camp, please visit www.BullsSoxAcademy.com or call (630) PLAYBALL.

White Sox summer baseball camps will be held on July 18 through July 22 at the Vernon Hills Athletic Complex located at 300 Nike Pky. Vernon Hills, for boys and girls from age 5-12 for every ability level. The White Sox Summer Camps have improved the fundamentals of more than 50,000 players. The dates, times, and pricing for the White Sox summer camp in Vernon Hills are listed on the Bulls/Sox Academy website.To register for this camp, please visit www.BullsSoxAcademy.com.

STS Foundation, a local non-profit exchange program, invites Mundelein, Proviso and Vernon Hills families to host international exchange students for the 2011-2012 school year. The teenage students come from over 30 countries and will attend local high schools. The students have their own spending money and insurance. Host families are responsible for meals, a place to sleep and a nurturing environment. STS Foundation will have a local coordinator that will supervise the student and support the family throughout the school year. Host family applications are being accepted until the end of August. Interested familis should call (800) 522-4678 or email david@stsfoundation.org

Registration is now open for the 2011-2012 Sunday School year at Chabad Jewish Center of Vernon Hills. The program is carefully blended with games, incentives, crafts, dramatics, family celebrations and other exciting extra curricular activities and a state-of-the-art reading program modeled after the Martial Arts System. When your child is ready for their Bar/Bat Mitzvah training, we will prepare your child for this day by providing private tutoring. CHS welcomes every Jew, regardless of religious background or level of observance. This school does not require any membership or prior affiliations as a condition for enrollment. Classes are held on Sundays, 10 a.m.-noon, and are offered for children aged 6-14. To schedule an appointment to visit Chabad Hebrew School, please call (847) 984-2919 or e-mail Rochel@ChabadVernonHills.org. For further information, log on to www.JewishVernonHills.com .

Registration is open for Libertyville Boys Club 2011 Football & Cheer. Sign up for the 2011 football and cheer season. Register online at the LBC’s new user friendly website at www.lbcfootball.org. Cheerleading is open to girls in fifth-eighth grades in the fall of 2011. There is flag football for grades K-third. Tackle football includes Libertyville’s Travel teams as well as three age appropriate In-house leagues. Tackle football registration is open to grades third-eighth.

The Chicago Bears will offer 27 non-contact football camps this summer. Each five-day camp runs from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Learn to run, throw, catch, defend and compete the Bears way. All programs provide football instruction, athletic skill development, fitness and agility training. The camp costs $389 with early registration discounts available. Visit www.BearsCamps.com or call (312) 226-7776. Lake County camps are: Libertyville, July 18-22; Lake Zurich, July 18-22; Lincolnshire, July 25-29.

Animal Education and Rescue’s We Care! Youth Club meetings feature guest speakers, educational programs and fund-raising activities. The meetings are 3-5 p.m., the first Sunday of each month at Care Animal Hospital, 1101 W. Park Ave., Libertyville. Contact Animal Education and Rescue at (847) 816-0831. Go to www.aear.org.

Basketball is played from 11 a.m.-noon on Saturdays at The Kirk of the Lakes Presbyterian Church, 1500 W. Hawley (next to Mundelein High School). Ages 10 years to adults are welcome. Call Bret Reed at (847) 837-1368.

Forever Friends brings children and elders together through activities or experiences at Celebration! Childcare, 29700 N. St. Mary’s Road, Libertyville. Call (847) 367-6208.

Christ Lutheran Church and PreSchool in Vernon Hills invites local kindergarten families to join Miss Jayne’s Kindergarten Kapers. This after-school session meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, noon-2:30 p.m. Children will explore science, make crafts and tackle simple cooking activities and include monthly themes as well as group games and music. The class will begin with a sack lunch from home. Contact Beth Sonnenberg at (847) 367-5791 or clcpreschool@aol.com

CrossWays PreSchool, an Early Childhood Ministry of Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Libertyville, is registering for CWPS 2011-2012, offering classes for children 3 and 4 years by Sept. 1, 2011. Part-time traditional programs plus optional enrichment classes including Stories “More (early literacy for three’s), 26 Letters” “More (early literac. for four’s and five’s), Science Sensation (for four’s and five’s) and Lunch Bunch (for three and four). Our teachers provide a variety of creative, hands-on activities in a warm, loving, Christian environment in order to develop confident, competent learners. We welcome your participation. See our link at www.holycrosschurch.org. Contact Mindy Doss: (847) 367-4367,mindy@holycrosschurch.org.

Clubs

Bicycle Club of Lake County meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St. (just south of the library). Social events, meeting and ride information available at the BCLC hotline at (847) 604-0520

Holy Cross Lutheran Church offers a new knitting and crocheting group meeting 7:30-9:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Monday of each month at the church. Call the church office at (847) 367-4060.

Home and Garden Club meets the third Thursday of the month in various members’ homes. Programs cover decorating with stenciling, flower show, craft night and more. Call Debbie at (847) 247-8847.

Lake County Mothers of Twins and More Club meet at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Grayslake Middle School in Grayslake, Rt. 83 and Center Street. Call (847) 752-8505 with questions.

Lake County Women’s Club is a social club welcoming all area women. For newsletter and membership information, call (847) 680-7789.

Libertyville Sunrise Rotary meets at 7 a.m. Wednesdays at Lamb’s Farm in Libertyville. Call Andy Robinson at (847) 918-0006 or visit www.libertyvillesunriserotary.org

Mundelein Lions Club meet at 7 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month September thru June at the Vernon Hills golf course, 291 Evergreen Drive, Vernon Hills. Call the golf course at (847) 680-9310. The Gardeners of Central Lake County meet at 7:30 p.m. on the second Monday of the month at Evangelical Free Church, 431 W. Austin, Libertyville and host interesting and informative programs including a plant competition at each meeting. Guests are welcome. Contact Cindy at juliancindy@hotmail.com or (847) 918-7157.

The Newcomers and Neighbors of Libertyville host monthly socials, outings, book club, Bunco, dinners and lunches. For additional information, call Pam at (847) 249-2603 or visit www.newcomersclub.com TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets at 7 p.m. at the Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville. For information, call (847) 362-8710.

Women’s Walking Club meets 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays at the Old School Forest Preserve. Park at Shelter A to walk a brisk three miles. Call Wendy Nicholson at (847) 680-1158 or Sandy Kamen Wisniewski at (847) 816-0831.

Woods and Wetlands Group of the Sierra Club meets at 7:15 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the Vernon Hills Village Hall, 290 Evergreen. Visit illinois.sierraclub.org/w&w or call (847) 680-6437.

Community

Art Exhibition featuring Tobin Fraley, photographer and author of 36 Acres: A Portrait of the Reed - Turner Woodland Nature Preserve will be held from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. daily through July 31 (unless otherwise posted) at the Independence Grove Forest Preserve Visitors Center, 16400 W. Buckley Rd., Libertyville.

Libertyville Village Band will present a series of free summer concerts on Thursday nights at 7:30 p.m. June 30, July 14, 18 and 28 in Cook Park. Special pre-firework concert at Butler Park at 7:30 p.m. July 4.

MainStreet First Friday in Libertyville is from 6-9 p.m., July 1 with music, wine tasting, food samples all free. Parking is convenient and free in the parking garage on Lake St.

Cruisin with the Classics car show and summerfest from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. July 17 at Grand Dominion by Del Webb, 3555 Grand Dominion Circle, Mundelein. Car registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with a $10 fee. Trophies awarded for Best in Class and People’s Choice. Music by Daddy O’s and a DJ, food, games and contests. Non-perishable food items will be collected for the Fremont Food Pantry. Rain date is July 24. Call Terry at (847) 566-2403.

Lake County Haven Open House will be held from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Aug. 6. Meet the staff and volunteers and learn about homelessness in Lake County. To RSVP and get directions call (847) 680-1703 or visit www.lakecountyhaven.org

Car Fun on 21, hosted by MainStreet Libertyville, returns for the summer from 6-9 p.m. Listen to music and have a snack from Bonkers on Main and Tropik Sun. Car on 21 will take place on the following Wednesdays: July 20, Aug. 17 and Sept. 21. Call (847) 680-0336 or www.mainstreetlibertyville.org .

MainStreet Libertyville Farmers Market is open in downtown Libertyville from 7 a.m.-1 p.m. every Thursday on Church Street through Oct. 20, rain or shine. Featuring fresh produce, fruits, pastries, cheeses, plants, flowers, free range meats and eggs and more. Each week special demonstrations by local chefs using produce fresh from the vendors are featured. Cook Memorial Library will host their popular children’s story hour each week.

A free garden walk will be hosted by the Gardeners of Central Lake County from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., July 9. The walk will include four specialty gardens in Libertyville and Mundelein. Maps and directions for the walk will be available beginning July 1 at Cook Memorial Library at 413 N. Milwaukee Ave. and the Fremont Library at 1170 N. Midlothian Rd. in Mundelein. No addresses will be given out over the phone. For more information, contact Marlena Cannon at (847) 420-9870, Arlene Doran at (847) 417-9502 or visit the group’s website at www.gclcil.com

Run From The Cops 5K will be held 8 a.m., July 17, hosted by the The Vernon Hills Police Department in conjunction with the Village’s Summer Celebration Festival. Participants may either run or walk a scenic course starting at the Summer Celebration site and extending up and through the Gregg’s Landing subdivision, ending back at the festival grounds. The $30 advance registration fee ($35 on race day) includes a professional B-tag chip for timing, a commemorative T-shirt and a post-race continental breakfast. For more race details or to register, visit www.runfromthecops5k.com. For further information, contact Officer Jeff Cielak at (847) 362-4449 or at jcielak@vhills.org..

Applications for the First Annual Mundelein Arts Festival are being accepted by the Mundelein Community Connection. The Mundelein Arts Festival will be held from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sept. 10 and Sept. 11 at Kracklauer Park where 50 artists will showcase their work along with music by local musicians and food from area restaurants. Artwork by select students from Mundelein and Carmel Catholic High School will also be highlighted. A cash prize will be awarded to one two-dimensional and one three-dimensional piece. Call MCC at (847) 970-9235 or e-mail mundeleincc@tds.net or visit www.mundeleinartsfestival.com to download an application.

The David Adler Center in Libertyville offers the following classes. To register, or for information, visit adlercenter.org or call (847) 367-0707:

Evening art classes for youth and adults will run weekly. Classes include art exploration for youth and watercolor painting for adults with additional classes in the future. Cost per session is $165 with discounted tuition available for qualifying Adler Center members.

Private guitar, voice, piano and violin lessons for students of any experience level aged 7-adult. Prices are $33/half-hour for non-members with a discount available to members of the Adler Center.

Santa Maria del Popolo, 123 N. Lake St., Mundelein, hosts bingo every Monday at their new Parish Center. Doors open at 5 p.m. Everyone 18 and older is welcome to play. Early-bird game starts at 6:45 p.m.

MainStreet Libertyville is recruiting volunteers for 2011. MainStreet Libertyville organizes and staffs over 50 days of events annually, including Labor Day weekend’s Twilight Shuffle 5k event. Volunteers are needed to help run the various events as well as for committee help. MainStreet is actively looking to recruit a Volunteer Coordinator. Those interested in learning more about becoming more involved with MainStreet Libertyville should call MainStreet Executive Director Pam Hume at (847) 680-0336, or e-mail executivedirector@mainstreetlibertyville.org. Financial donations can be sent to MainStreet Libertyville’s new address: 160 East Cook Avenue, Libertyville, IL 60048.

Fundraiser

5K Run/Walk to benefit the Officer Will McDermott for Huskie Hustle Memorial Scholarship Fund in his honor. Funds will benefit Northern Illinois University Athletics will be held at 9:45 a.m. Sept. 25 in DeKalb. Registration is open both by online and mail. Pre-registration fee is $25 per person or $100 per team (limit five members per team) After Aug. 31 fee per person is $30. Donations accepted. Visit www.willmcdermotthuskiehustle.com

Hospital

From “Butts and Guts” to “Bike, Buff and Balance,” the community is invited to participate in a series of free exercise programs at the Advocate Condell Centre Clubs this summer. The Libertyville and Gurnee Centre Clubs will be hosting both morning and evening sessions designed to kick start your exercise regimen. The Clubs are located in Libertyville, 200 West Golf Rd., and Gurnee, 1405 Hunt Club Rd. Drop-ins are welcome. For questions, call (847) 990-5750. Centre Club schedule for summer 2011: June 26 - Power Sculpt at Gurnee Centre Club 8:30 a.m., Piloxing at Libertyville Centre Club 9 a.m.; July 7 - Muscle Works at Libertyville Centre Club 5:30 p.m., Bike, Buff & Balance: Gurnee Centre Club 5:30 p.m.; July 11 - Water Works at Gurnee Centre Club 9 a.m., Water Works at Libertyville Centre Club 10 a.m.; July 23 - Step at Libertyville Centre Club 9:30 a.m., Step at Gurnee Centre Club 9:30 a.m.; July 26 - Muscle Works at Libertyville Centre Club 5:30 p.m., Spin at Gurnee Centre Club 7 p.m.; Aug. 3 - Bike, Buff & Balance at Libertyville Centre Club 7:30 a.m., Corefusion at Gurnee Centre Club 9:30 a.m.; Aug. 8 - Aqua at Libertyville Centre Club 6 p.m., Muscle Works at Gurnee Centre Club 6 p.m.; Aug. 19 - Zumba at Libertyville Centre Club 9:30 a.m., Butts & Gutts: Gurnee Centre Club 10:30 a.m.; Aug., 25 - Bike, Buff & Balance at Gurnee Centre Club 5:30 p.m., Spin at Libertyville Centre Club 6:30 p.m.

The following health and support programs are being offered in June and July by Advocate Condell Medical Center’s Obstetrics Department:

Prepared Childbirth - This class offers a common-sense, thorough approach to knowledgeable, relaxed childbirth, preparing the expectant mother and her coach for the labor process, vaginal and C-section delivery, newborn characteristics and the postpartum period. Also offered in Spanish. Cost is $140 for the expectant mother and her support person. Ongoing. For times and to register, call (800) 323-8622.

Family and Friends CPR, 7-9 p.m., June 30, July 12, July 28 at Advocate’s Allen Conference Center, 801 S.Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. - This class is designed for the non-professional caregiver, including parents, grandparents, adoptive parents and other caregivers in the home. Cost is $50 per couple or $35 for an individual. To register, call (800) 323-8622.

Caring For Your Newborn, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., July 9 at Allen Conference Center, 801 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. This one-session class teaches expectant parents important skills to build confidence in taking care of a newborn. A certified child passenger safety technician will discuss common car seat errors and how to avoid them. Expectant parents should register for a class that takes place two months prior to their due date. $25 per person. To register, call (800) 323-8622.

Breastfeeding 101, 1:30-4:30 p.m., July 9 at Allen Conference Center, 801 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Taught by certified lactation consultants, this program provides practical information on getting started, successful technique, planning for separation related to work and other activities, pumping and breast care. This class is designed for the expectant mother and her partner. It is recommended that participants attend this class two months prior to their due date. $25 class fee is per couple. To register, call (800) 323-8622.

Lambs Farm

The Thrift Shop accepts donations of new and gently used items including clothing, jewelry, collectibles, books, linens, toys, tools, electronics, lamps, kitchen wares and more. Donation drop-offs are accepted 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. To learn more, visit www.lambsfarm.org/business/ thriftshop.html

The Lambs Farm horses, sheep and pigs are preparing to welcome the public to the Lambs Farm Farmyard on weekends. The Farmyard, Petting Zoo, Discovery Center and Gift Shop will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information on the Farmyard, including prices for memberships and daily entrance, call (847) 990-3760 or visit www.lambsfarm.org.

27th Annual Lambs Farm Golf Day, July 19 at ThunderHawk Golf Club. The day will be filled with contests, golfer gifts, awards ceremony, cocktail reception and more. Space is limited. Contact Nikki Bonamarte at (847) 990-3733.

Libraries

COOK MEMORIAL:

Cook Memorial Library, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, and Aspen Drive Library, 701 Aspen Dr., Vernon Hills requires registration for some programs. For information, call (847) 362-2330 or visit www.cooklib.org

Book Drive for African children, by donating a new or gently used children’s book through Aug. 1 you will be helping embrace the summer reading theme - One World, Many Stories, joining forces with Vernon Hills High School spread reading overseas. To donate, drop off the children’s books at the Cook Park Library or the Aspen Drive Library in the collection bins located in the lobbies.

Family Programs:

Tween Programs:

Teen Programs:

Adult programs:

Drop-In Morning Meditation with Om Johari, 9:30-10:30 a.m., July 15 and Aug. 19 at Aspen Dr. Library. Experience the stress relieving benefits of meditation during these one-hour guided sessions with Dr. Om Johari. No registration required.

Games for Grownups, 7 p.m.,July 11, Aug. 22 at the Aspen Drive Library. Play Chess, Apples to Apples, Blokus, Go!, Chrononauts and Scrabble. Chess lovers may join game instructor Rob Krause for tips on play or for a challenging opponent. Open to adults and high school students of all skill levels. No registration required.

Genealogy Networking Group, 7 p.m., July 7 and Aug. 4 at the Cook Park Library. Share genealogy tips and resources with other family history enthusiasts. Registration required. Vacationing in Chicago

Travel writer, explorer, and urbanologist Max Grinnell will talk about both new and familiar destinations in Chicago and offer some tips for making a budget outing into the city, 7 p.m., June 30. Registration required.

Read, Rave, Rant Book Discussion - Morning book discussion group meets at 10 a.m. Wednesdays at the St. Joseph’s Formation Center, 112 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. The evening book discussion group meets at 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the St. Joseph’s Formation Center.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes, 9 a.m. -noon, Mondays and Thursdays at the Aspen Drive Library. Free ESL classes will teach students to speak, read and write English using basic vocabulary to describe themselves and their environment. The first week will consist of orientation and testing. Call (847) 949-2200, ext. 1300 or 1400.

Computer Classes -The classes are free and available to all interested adults, age 16 and older, and will be held at the Aspen Drive Library, 701 N. Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills. Register at webres.cooklib.org or call (847) 362-2330

Children’s programs:

Book Badgers Reading Club - All independent, school-age readers are eligible to join any time during the school year. For every 12 books read in genres like science fiction, mystery, humor, poetry, sports, scary stories, fantasy, horse stories and dog stories, you earn a cool patch. Sign up at the Temporary Library Center, 114 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, the Aspen Drive Library, 701 N. Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills or on the bookmobile.

FREMONT LIBRARY:

To register for programs, call (847) 918-3225 or visit www.fremontlibrary.org

Scrabble for Adults 6:30-8:30 p.m., the first Tuesday of each month. Playing boards are provided. All levels of players are welcome.

Technology Tuesdays: 6:30-8:30 p.m. every Tuesday - Library’s staff assists with basic computer questions in a free drop-in forum offered every Tuesday evening in the library’s computer lab on the second floor. For more information, call (847) 918-3206.

Introduction to Estate Planning: 7 p.m.. July 6 - Mundelein Attorney Wilfred Chan will talk about the ins and outs of estate planning. Topics include wills, trusts, living wills, financial powers of attorney and healthcare powers of attorney.

Author Visits:

7 p.m. July 11 - Alice LaPlante will talk about her book Turn of Mind, a stunning first novel about a retired orthopedic surgeon with dementia that is receiving worldwide attention. Copies of the book will be available for purchase.

1 p.m. July 15 - Author Nina Sankovitch will talk about her new book Tolstoy and the Purple Chair: My Year of Magical Reading. Following the loss of her sister, the author turns to reading for therapy, spending one year savoring a great book every day. Copies of her book will be available for purchase.

7 p.m. July 19 - Ellen Sussman will discuss her new book French Lessons, the story of three Americans who set off to explore Paris with a French tutor. Copies of the book will be available for purchase.

1 p.m. July 23 - Author Esmeralda Santiago will discuss her new book Conquistatora, an epic story of love, discovery and adventure by the author of When I was Puerto Rican. Copies of the book will be available for purchase.

Civil War Nurse Clara Barton: 7 p.m. July 20 - Historian Leslie Goddard brings Civil War Nurse Clara Barton to life in this program that focuses on her childhood and Civil War work. She was the first woman to serve as a nurse on the front lines. This program is one in a series of programs planned at the library to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the start of the Civil War.

Why the Civil War Matters: 1 p.m. July 21- Author Robert Hicks, a leading authority and interpreter of the continuing relevance of the Civil War, will present the talk Why the Civil War Matters. He is the author of Widow of the South and A Separate Country. Copies of his books will be provided by the Lake Forest Book Store.

Plant Clinic: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. July 25 - Master Gardeners with the University of Illinois Extension will answer gardening questions. This is a walk-in program. Plant samples should be in a container or plastic bag.

Jazz Duo Concert: 7 p.m. July 27 - Described as one of those rare combinations where all parts seem to fit, the talented vocal/guitar jazz duo of Petra van Nuis and Andy Brown will perform in a free concert.

Free one-on-one computer tutoring for adults will be held at 3 and 4 p.m. every Thursday. Tutors will teach information ranging from basic computing and how to buy a computer to intermediate Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Patrons are limited to one session per week. Call Adult Service Desk, (847) 918-3206.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes, 9 a.m.-noon. Monday and Thursday mornings. Classes will teach students to speak, read and write English using basic vocabulary to describe themselves and their environment. Call (847) 949-2200, ext. 1300 or 1400.

Technology Tuesdays: 6:30-8:30 p.m. every Tuesdays. Assistance with basic computer questions is available in a free drop-in forum offered every Tuesday evening in the library’s computer lab on the second floor. Each person will receive up to 30 minutes of assistance, depending on staff availability. For more information, call (847) 918-3206.

Parks

LIBERTYVILLE

Libertyville Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration for programs held at the Libertyville Sports Complex, 1950 N. Highway 45, Libertyville. Call (847) 918-7275. Registration forms for GLSA clinics and programs are at www.glsa.org or at the GLSA office, 1860 W. Winchester Road., Suite 204, Libertyville. Visit www.libertyville.com or (847) 367-7054

MUNDELEIN

The Mundelein Park and Recreation District, 1401 N. Midlothian Road. For information or to register, call (847) 566-0650. Registration forms are accepted via drop off, mail or fax to (847) 566-8557.

Steeple Chase Golf Club is open for play (course conditions permitting). Tee times are now being accepted. The Ken Killian course is also kicking off this season with a price freeze. Golfers get a great course and great value, playing at 2009 rates! In Mundelein, Steeple Chase Golf Club is located at 200 N. La Vista Drive, just off of Hawley Street (near the intersection of Route 60/83). The Mundelein resident rate with 18 holes and cart is just $49 (weekday) and $56 (weekend). Golfers can enjoy nine holes with cart (Monday - Thursday) for $29. Seniors (ages 55-plus) enjoy daily savings, and ladies, all day Monday. Families can spend time together with the “Family Special,” with a child (18 and under) free after 4 p.m. with a paying adult (Sunday - Thursday). For more information on Steeple Chase Golf Club, tee times or golf instruction, call (847) 949-8900 or visit www.mundeleinparks.org.

Boat Launch permits are on sale for Diamond Lake. Permits available for boats and personal watercraft for Mundelein Lake. The non-transferrable permit allows registered Illinois boat and personal watercraft owners to launch from the Mundelein Park District’s convenient dock/lake access and keyed parking area located along the waterfront on Diamond Lake Road. Permit purchases can be made weekdays at the Park District’s Mundelein Community Center, 1401 N. Midlothian Road, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (third floor) or until 9 p.m. (lobby). For more information about boat launch permits, call (847)566-0650, ext. 10 or visit www.mundeleinparks.org.

Affordable Discovery (ages 5 to 8) and Explorer (ages 9 to 12) day camps are now open for registration at the Mundelein Park District. For camp information or to register, call (847)566-0650 or visit www.mundeleinparks.org.

Park View Party Packages - The Mundelein Park District introduces party packages held in the Mundelein Community Center that are hosted by supervisors. Call Laura at (847) 566-0650, ext. 39 for more information.

Weight Watchers meets from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday evenings and Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. at the Mundelein Community Center, 1401 N. Midlothian Road, between Route 176 and Winchester Road, in Mundelein.

Multi-Purpose Activity Center for adults ages 50 and older offers a variety of year-round activities, special events, fitness programs, day trips and health and wellness. Open weekdays, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Call (847) 566-4790.

Make a big splash with open and family swim, lap lane workouts, water aerobics and swim lessons for all levels/ages. Daily swim passes are available with fees starting at $4/kids and $5/adults ($8/$6 for non-residents). Ages two and under free with adult fee. Try a daily Ultimate Pass for an entire workout - open gym, track, pool and fitness areas, starting at $12 for adults ($17 non-residents)

VERNON HILLS

Vernon Hills Park District program registration may be completed online at www.vhparkdistrict.com, mail-in or drop off at Sullivan Center, 635 N. Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills, or faxed to (847) 996-6801. For information, call (847) 996-6933.

Little Learners Preschool is a nine-month education program for 2-5 year olds. Preschool programs are offered for 2-5 year olds with optional before- and after-preschool programs to compliment the children’s learning experience. Call Gail Herrmann, Early Childhood Supervisor, at (847) 996-6808 for availability of classes.

Nike and SWALCO (Solid Waste Agency of Lake County) have partnered to bring Nike’s Reuse-A-Shoe Program to Lake County. Reuse-A-Shoe collects worn-out athletic shoes of any brand. A collection box for used athletic shoes is located in the Sullivan Community Center, 635 N. Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills. No metal parts including grommets or cleats will be allowed. No dress shoes, sandals, boots, water, “socks” or flip flops are acceptable. For more information, visit www.co.lake.il.us/swalco/programs/shoes.asp.

Open Table Tennis Play is offered from 6-9 p.m. to all skill levels every Tuesday and Friday at the Sullivan Community Center. The drop-in fee is $5. No registration is required.

Picnic Shelter Permits are available at the Sullivan Community Center. Six District parks have picnic shelters available for rental with maximum capacities ranging from 96-150 people.

Tree donations: Residents and neighbors can honor a special person or commemorate a birthday or anniversary by donating a tree in a District park. Trees are sold at cost; with prices ranging from $225-$475 depending on the type of species selected which include shade trees and evergreens. Trees can be personalized with a bronze plaque, which is also sold at cost. The Tree & Bench Donation order form can be found online at www.vhparkdistrict.org or at the Park District Community Centers. For more information, call Cheryl Baron at (847) 996-6933.

Bench donations: For those who like to walk in the parks, a bench donation might seem especially appropriate. The District has a park bench that will complement any of its parks. Benches may be purchased for donation at a cost of $700, and personalized with a bronze plaque similar to the tree donation plaques. Prices for plaques start at $70. The Tree & Bench Donation order form can be found online at www.vhparkdistrict.org or at the Park District Community Centers. For more information, call Cheryl Baron at (847) 996-6933.

Family Aquatic Center Season Passes Vernon Hills residents and non-residents may purchase an aquatic season pass at the Sullivan Community Center, 635 N. Aspen Drive or online.

The District’s Summer Park Chat Series are casual gatherings of residents and Park District staff and Commissioners. Share your ideas and enjoy custard cups, compliments of Culver’s restaurant. Park Chats are from 6:30 – 8 p.m.

Religion

Congregation Or Shalom announces an array of programs to meet every age and need. The synagogue is located at 21 Hawthorn Parkway, Vernon Hills. For information about these and other programs, contact Andi Freier or Ellen Kaufman at (847) 362-1948:

Judaism 101 classes are being offered 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Sundays. The fee for these classes is $18 for members or $36 for non-members for a three-class session, or $10/$15 for each individual class:

Reading and Conversation courses - Any adult with a desire to learn Hebrew can take advantage of the courses being offered at the temple for a fee of $100 for members or $150 for nonmembers for the eight-week sessions. All three courses require registration. Call Marcia Chohen at (847) 362-1948; First Year classes, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Thursdays

Hebrew Conversation course, 7-8:15 p.m. Thusday evenings. These classes will teach beginning Hebrew conversations skills and allow opportunities for basic Hebrew dialogue. Reading knowledge of Hebrew is required for this class.

Conscious Connection Group, a spiritual study group to increase your awareness of your oneness with God, meets at 5 p.m. on the second and fourth Sunday of the month at 1310 S. Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills (corner of Route 45 and Milwaukee Ave.).

Lower your food costs. Angel Food Ministries is available at Kirk of the Lakes Presbyterian Church in Mundelein, 1500 W. Hawley. Fresh, frozen and canned food can be ordered, regardless of income. Monthly packages, which feed a family of four for approximately one week, cost $29. Special packages, including senior meals and allergen-free meals, begin at $21. Packages must be paid for when ordered and can be picked up at the church on the fourth Saturday of each month. For monthly menus and details, go to angelfoodministries.com or call Bob Smith at (847) 566-7985.

St. Lawrence Episcopal Church, 125 W. Church St., Libertyville will offer our Sunday School program, Youth program and Adult Forum, which will be reading and discussing the book, The Story, divided into 31 chapters. Children, youth and adults in our church will be covering the same information (separately and in age-appropriate depth) at the same time, thereby encouraging discussion, questioning and growth. The program will continue most Sundays thereafter. Visit www.stlawrencechurch.org.

Marytown Retreat and Conference Center hosts events and retreats at its facility, 1600 West Park Ave., Libertyville. Reservations required. Call (847) 367-7800, Ext. 225 or visit retreats@marytown.com

Seniors

Libertyville Senior Center offers activities, parties and trips. For information or reservations, call (847) 247-7659.

Health Services:

Meetings:

55+ Lunch Bunch, meets on the third Tuesday of the month at noon for lunch and fellowship and entertainment

Owls of Grace Lutheran - call Jeff McClurg at (847) 357-7050

LCCS Lake County Council For Seniors invites the public to attend their monthly meeting, held from 9:30-11 a.m. on the first Thursday of the month at State Bank Of Lakes, 50 Commerce, Grayslake. No reservations needed.

Parties, Programs and Lunches:

All parties, programs and lunches are held at the Libertyville Senior Center. Reservations are required by calling (847) 247-7659 or stop by.

Upcoming Trips:

Poker Players wanted: Join in at 1 p.m., Wednesdays at Senior Center, (847) 247-7659

In seach of Bunko players. Call the Senior Center if you are interested in playing, (847) 247-7659.

Libertyville Diner is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday at noon. Join us for great food, company and laughs; $5 with reservation (payment due three days in advance)

Dial A Ride Monday - Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., call (847) 223-9412; $1 per ride. Reservation should be made one day in advance.

Support

Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA) support group meets at 7 p.m., Mondays, at the St. Lawrence Episcopal Church, 125 W. Church St., Libertyville. All adult members of alcoholic and dysfunctional families are welcome. Park behind the church and use the rear doors. Al-Anon Family Groups (for relatives and friends of alcoholics) - Meetings are available seven days a week in Lake County. Call (847)680-4640 or go to www.NIAFG.org.

Alateen support group for pre-teens and teens whose lives are touched by the family disease of alcoholism, meets 7:30-9 p.m. Tuesday evenings at St. Lawrence Episcopal Church, 125 Church St., Libertyville (entrance in rear of church). Call (847) 680-4640.

Alcoholics Anonymous welcomes all with a drinking problem to regular meetings at 7 p.m., Fridays, at St. Lawrence Episcopal Church, 125 W. Church St., Libertyville. Parking and entrance is in the back of the church. Contact Jack at (847) 845-6829 or Janet at (847) 921-4227.

Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group - Autumn Leaves of Vernon Hills meets at noon on the second Wednesday of the month at 500 Atrium Drive, Vernon Hills. The group is open to anyone whose loved one may be affected by dementia or AlzheimerÕs disease. Contact Debbie Forgue, Community Relations Director at (847)996-1000 or dforgue@autumnleavesliving.com.

Cardiac Support Group for women with cardiac disease, hosted by local resident and heart patient, Debbie Dunn, a national WomenHeart spokesperson and speaker for the American Heart Association. Meetings take place 7-8:30 p.m. the last Tuesday of the month in Condell’s Day Center Solarium, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville.

Christian Cancer Survivors Support Group meets 7-8 p.m., on the first Monday of each month at Condell’s Chapel, 801 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Call Rev. Rajan at (847) 990-5924 or Frederick.rajan.@advocatehealth.com

Club M.O.M. (Meeting Other Mothers) meets 9-11 a.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at First Presbyterian Church, corner of West Maple and Douglas Avenues, Libertyville. Childcare is provided. For information, visit www.firstpreslibertyville.org or call the church office, (847) 362-2174.

Conscious Connection Group is a spiritual study group to increase your awareness of your oneness with God meeting at 5 p.m. on the first and third Sunday of the month at Jonathan’s Portrait Studio, 1310 S. Milwaukee Rd., Vernon Hills. Call (847) 845-8818.

Depressed Anonymous, a 12-step program, meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. every Thursday evening at New Hope Christian Fellowship, 1401 S. Lake St., Mundelein. Call (847) 219-2577 or check the website at www.depressedanon.com.

Depressive and Manic Depressive Association of Libertyville, an independent affiliate of National DMDA, meets at 7 p.m., Thursdays, at St. Lawrence Episcopal Church. Contact John P. at (847) 336-8346.

DivorceCare for adults meets 4:45-6:45 p.m., Sundays at Crossroads Church, 1350 State Route 137, Grayslake. Call (847) 362-7120 or e-mail divorce-support@hotmail.com.

Family Circle sponsors programs for parents of young children to age 6. Drop-In is open 9:30-11 a.m. Thursdays at the First Presbyterian Church, 219 W. Maple, Libertyville. Contact Sarah Christian at (847) 367-5991, ext. 14, for information.

Hearts And Minds In Christ (HAMIC) is a Lake County homeschooling support group for families who incorporate their faith in Jesus with their educational endeavors. We meet from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. weekly on Fridays in Mundelein. Call Liz at (847) 529-4946 for more information or visit www.hamic-christianhomeschool-il.com.

Helping Children Heal From the Hurt of Divorce, a special place for kids ages 5-12 to find help and healing. Our DC4Kids group combines games, crafts, activities, music and videos to create a fun atmosphere where children feel comfortable and accepted and they will find joy and hope built on God’s love.

Hopeful Moms a Christian support group for women who are experiencing infertility meets the first Tuesday of each month in the Mundelein/Libertyville area. Contact Julie Ragland at (847) 487-9187.

Just for Teens Program Presenter - Y-ME Illinois, an affiliate of Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization, offers an early detection program for high school senior girls. All training materials are provided. For information, call Patty Jacobs at (708) 386-6179 or visit www.y-me.org/illinois.

Kids Who Care support group, for children ages 6 to 12, who have a family member with a chronic or life-threatening illness, provides a supportive framework of professionals and peers in which to express feelings and concerns and develop coping skills. Contact Youth and Family Counseling, Karen Welsh, at (847) 367-5991 for information.

MS Support Group meets 7-9 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month. Meetings are held at the Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church, Libertyville. For further information, call (847) 680-7841.

Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter, 904B S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, offers a free ongoing drop-in grief support group from 10-11:30 a.m on the second and fourth Thursday of the month. Call (847) 467-7423.

Miscarriage, stillbirth or death support group for those who have experienced a lost pregnancy or loss of a baby at age one or younger. The group meets 7-8:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month in the New Life Meeting Room on the second floor, off the hospital’s main entrance. Contact Bereavement Coordinator Lori Adams at (847) 990-5407. There is no cost to participate.

Moms in Touch International Prayer Groups are available for every school in Libertyville (public and parochial), and for every child from kindergarten through college and career. For information, call Nancy Telling at (847) 367-1524.

Multiple Choice Mothers of Multiples Club, a support group for parents of multiples and those expecting multiples, meets the second Wednesday of each month in a member’s home. Call (847) 634-9123 or (847) 520-1591.

Multiple Sclerosis Self-Help Group meets 7-9 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every month at Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville. For anyone who has MS, or lives with, is a caregiver, a friend, or neighbor of someone who has MS, can join us for positive, practical and educational conversation about your life or someone in your life with MS. Speakers include neurologists, physical therapists, legislators, MS experts and people like you. Call Kendra Saeman at (847) 855-9656.

Ongoing Breast Cancer Support Group meeting, 1-2:30 p.m., third Friday of the month at Condell’s Women’s Center, 801 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. For information, call (847) 990-5705.

Paradise Club, a discussion group for people who want to explore alcohol and/or drug use in their lives, meets from 6 to 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month at the Lake County Center for Independent Living, 706 E. Hawley St., Mundelein. Call facilitators Wendie and Mike at (847) 949-4440 V/TTY.

People affected by ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) are invited to attend the Les Turner ALS Foundation’s professionally led monthly support group meetings the first Tuesday evening of the month at Marytown Retreat and Conference Center, 1600 West Park Ave., Libertyville. Contact Claire Owen at (847) 679-3311 or cowen@lesturnerals.org.

Special Delivery MOMs, a support group for mothers with, or expecting, twins or triplets meets at 7:30 p.m., the second Thursday of each month at St. Andrew’s Church, 10 S. Lake St., Mundelein. Visit www.specialdeliverymoms.org or call (847) 821-7998.

Staying Afloat, a Caregivers Therapy Group for those who care for a loved one who is disabled or whose illness is prolonged. Weekly meetings are offered. Call Margaret Moore, (847) 390-9145 or Sharon Zima, (847) 299-6311.

Support Group for Adoptive Families will be offered by Celeberation! Childcare Center to lend support to community families during the adoption transition. Call (847) 367-4060.

T.G.I.F. Al-Anon meets at 7:30 p.m. Fridays the Community Protestant Church, 418 N. Prairie St. and Hawley. Free child care is available. All ages are welcome. The Tuesday Night Al-Anon meets at 7:30 p.m., at the St. Lawrence Episcopal Church, 125 Church St., Libertyville.

The Bereavement Committee of Santa Maria del Popolo in Mundelein is offering a nine-week support session to all adults who have lost a loved one and are struggling with grief and loss. If you and/or anyone else are interested, please call Gen at (847) 680-1084 or Maura at (847) 566-0945 for more information and/or to sign up. All facilitators are Archdiocesan trained in this much needed and important Christian ministry.

The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago sponsors a monthly Vernon Hills Support Group for parents of children with epilepsy. The group meets at 9:30 a.m. the first Tuesday of the month in the Deerpath Room of the Larry Laschen Community Center, 294 Evergreen Drive, Vernon Hills. Call Jessica Parker at 800-273-6027, Ext. 143.

The Illinois Carol Fisher Chapter of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America, Inc., sponsors the Lake County Support Group for patients and families of those suffering from Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. This support group meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Condell Conference Center, 201 S. Milwaukee, in Libertyville in the Adult Day Care Room. Contact Aaron at (414) 697-9381.

The La Leche League Chapters of Libertyville P.M., Libertyville A.M. and the Grayslake/Lindenhurst meet monthly. The Buffalo Grove-Vernon area meets at 7:30 p.m. on the second Mondays. For information, call (847) 537-3083 or (847) 634-8263.

The Lake County Home Day Care Network meets the third Tuesdays at Community Protestant Church, 418 N. Prairie, Mundelein. The organization supports and mentors family child care providers. Call Jeanne or Betsy at (847) 566-9841.

Tourette Connection provides resources, education and socializing for anyone whose life is touched by Tourette’s. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at the Libertyville Covenant Church (U.S. Route 176 and St. Mary’s Road) 7-8:30 p.m. Children are welcome to attend. Call Maureen at (847) 690-5061 or Shari (847) 549-7810.

Willow House is a non-profit organization that provides support for grieving children, teens, young adults and their families. Groups are held monthly in Arlington Heights and Libertyville. Call (847) 940-0779 for information or to register.

Winchester House Adult Day Care Program provides a supportive, safe environment, which will encourage independence. Activities will be provided and based on individual interest and ability. Call Quimby Wysokins at (847) 377-7227.

Women’s Support Group - Achieving balance and happiness has ongoing sessions, 7:30-9 p.m. Thursdays, or 10:30 a.m.-noon Fridays. (Friday morning session is a repeat of Thursday evening session). Holbrook Center for Counseling and Psychotherapy, 998 E. Maple St., Mundelein (on the grounds of St. Mary of the Lake University, across the street from Carmel Catholic High School). For information, call (847) 566-5158.