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April 2013
A Glimpse of Australia and New Zealand May 6, 1-2:30pm. Visit the exotic lands down under thru the eyes of two recent visitors, led by Robert Burton. $9/M, $11/NM.
ACTIVITIES Men’s Club Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30am. Women and guests welcome. + April 23, Asian Americans: An American Success Story + May 7, WWII Honor Flight for Veterans + May 14, Estate Planning Online Photo Albums April 24, 1-3pm. Sandy Elbaum shows how to create personalized photo albums with Smilebox. Bring photos on a camera disk. $10/M, $15/NM. Introduction to Genealogy May 1, 1-3pm. Kathie Heidenfelder guides you thru the beginning stages of research. $15/M, $20NM. Be Smart with Your Smartphone May 1 and 8, 10am-12pm (Wed). Frank Lackner introduces users gradually to the multiple functions and capabilities of their new device. Basic computer experience and smartphone required. $25/M, $30NM. Evolution of American Politics May 2-30, 9:30-11:30am (Thu). Jim Kenney explores the first eight American presidencies as the evolution and emergence of party politics is discussed. No class May 23. $40/M, $48/NM. 13th Annual Samuel Thaviu Concert May 5, 1-3pm. Renowned violinist Gerardo Ribeiro of Portugal is joined for this special performance by Eric Larsen (piano) and Kenneth Olson (cello). A reception follows. $10/M, $12/NM.
The Orchestra Step by Step May 6-20, 10-11:30am (Mon). Michael Vaughn examines the modern symphony orchestra. $30/M, $36/NM. Line Dancing May 6-June 24, 1:30-2:30pm (Mon). Led by “Country Bernie.” $49/M, $59/NM. Morton Grove Campus. Speech Reading May 6-Aug. 26, 10-11am (Mon). Individuals beginning to experience some hearing loss can learn to read lips. Science for Poets: Evolution and Genetics May 7-28, 1-2:30pm (Tue). Jim Kenney explores the topic of evolution and its component parts – genetics and DNA, the present and future course of biological understanding and political ramifications. $40/M, $48/NM. Artists Workshop: Working in Color May 7-Aug.6, 10am-12pm (Tue). Instructor Carl Kock leads this exploration of different media using props, photos and imagination. Suitable for both beginners and advanced students. $130/M, $145/NM. Fascinating People, Unique Talents Tuesdays, 1-2:30pm. Learn about great entertainers in these multimedia presentations led by Barry Bradford. $9/M, $11/NM. Morton Grove Campus. + May 7, Fred Astaire: Dancer, Singer, Songwriter, Actor + May 14, Judy Garland: Child Musical Prodigy, Movie Star, Diva Claude Monet: Evolution of a Gardener May 8, 1-2:30pm. Tish Robinson explores the
Learn about your new smartphone with Frank Lackner in programs held May 1 and 8. influence of gardening and horticulture in the work of the renowned Impressionist painter. $10/M, $12/NM. Marvelous Movie Mothers May 9, 1-2:30pm. Steve Frenzel looks at fascinating mothers throughout film history. $10/M, $12NM. Treasures of the Beautiful Adriatic Riviera May 10, 1-2:30pm. Claire Cross presents the country of Croatia thru a color slide presentation. Features Diocletian’s Palace, the castles of Slovenia, Roman arenas, historic art pieces and more. $10/M, $12/NM. From Ghetto to Ghetto? May 13, 1-2:30pm. Leah Polin looks at the trends – both religious and social – of the American Jewish community from colonial time to the present. $10/M, $12NM.
Understand The New Maps May 15, 1-2pm. Cartographer and educator Valerie Krejcie guides you thru the new technological maps – from Google Earth to GPS. $8/M, $10/NM. Morton Grove Campus. Wildflower Walk in Linne Woods May 16, 1-2:30pm. Experience the beauty of Linne Forest Preserve with Master Gardener and Naturalist Marion Thill. Dress for the weather. $6/M, $9/NM. Classical Piano Concert May 17, 2-3pm. Pianist and former Northbrook mayor Mark Damisch previews his upcoming tour of Scandinavia and Russia. Selections include Rachmaninoff, Prokofiev, Copeland and Debussy. $10/M, $12/NM. North Shore Senior Center, 161 Northfield Road, Northfield; 847-784-6030; nssc.org. CALENDAR, PAGE 5 Improv All Stars, gourmet hors d’oeuvres and desserts, fine wines, and a silent auction and raffle. Registration required. $75. Gorton Community Center, 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest; ashowofsupport.com.
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American Cancer Society Walk & Roll May 18, 9am. Choose from a five-mile walk, 10-mile skate or 15-mile bike ride. $15 admission for ages 18 and up. Independence Grove, 16400 W. Buckley Road, Libertyville; 847-317-0025; walkroll.org. JDRF Research Update and Product Expo May 18, 12:30-4pm. Features research/ information volunteer Bill Sargent and exercise physiologist Michelle Adams. Registration recommended. $15. Mallinckrodt Center, 1041 Ridge Road, Wilmette; 847-338-2634; type1diabeteslounge.org. Evanston Art Center Spring Benefit May 18, 6:30-11pm. Enjoy cocktails, dinner and a live auction including works by area artists. An opening reception takes place at 1pm April 28. Registration required. $100, $65/ages 35 and under. 2603 Sheridan Road; 847-475-5300; evanstonartcenter.org. Chicago Botanic Garden Landscape Architecture Exhibition Thru May 19. “Historic Landscapes: Architectural Designs in Print” provides a glimpse into the evolution of landscape architecture. Explore 17th, 18th and 19th century engravings depicting French formal gardens, playful English gardens and more. 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe; 847-8358201; chicagobotanic.org. North Shore Real Estate Seminars Wednesdays, 3-4pm. Learn about the current North Shore real estate market with Tanya Vovk. Takiff Center, 999 Green Bay Road, Glencoe; 847-409-5526.