Community Calendar for June 28

SEASPAR’s Actors Guild program concluded its recent session of skill development and rehearsals with its performance of “The Wizard of Oz.” The program is for individuals ages 16 and older who have disabilities, and is taught by Christine Grohne of Actors with Special Needs. The group meets once a week, with the fall session starting in September. Call (630) 960-7600.

Updated: July 29, 2012 6:16AM

The Doings welcomes items for the Community Calendar. Items must be received a minimum of 10 days prior to desired publication. Email items to doingsnews@pioneerlocal.com.

Community

La Grange Craft Fair: July 14 and 15 on the sidewalks of downtown La Grange. Hours are 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday.

July 4 Celebration: Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, will be alive with patriotic sights, sounds and activities for the whole family on Independence Day. Events and parking will be free at Cantigny on July 4. The park will open at 7 a.m.; special holiday programming is from noon-4 p.m. The First Division Museum and McCormick Museum will each be open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. July 4. Lunch and snacks are available. See www.cantigny.org.

America Fest: To celebrate July 4,Standard Market, 333 E. Ogden Ave., Westmont, is hosting its first free AmericaFest from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. June 30. Chef and vendor demonstrations and events are scheduled around the clock so neighbors can enjoy a taste of summer at their local market. A complete listing of events can be found at www.standardmarket.com. Call (630) 366-7030.

Graue Mill and Museum: West Suburban Lapidary Club provides demonstrations of stone-cutting and polishing from noon-3 p.m. July 15. Graue Mill is at 3800 York Road, Oak Brook. Call (630) 655-2090.

Sidewalk Sale: Featured in downtown Hinsdale between Garfield and Washington streets, Hinsdale Avenue to First Street, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. July 13 and 14, rain or shine. Stores from Gateway Square and Grant Square will set up sales tents in the downtown area. Call (630) 323-3952 or visit www.hinsdalechamber.com.

Cartoonist Bill Mauldin: The First Division Museum at Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, presents its summer exhibit, “Drawing Fire: Bill Mauldin and the World War II GI,” through Sept. 3. The exhibit tells the GI story using Mauldin’s cartoons and some of the museum’s extensive, but rarely seen, World War II collection. On June 30, the museum will host a World War II cartooning class; a morning session for ages 6-12 starts at 10 a.m. and an afternoon session for adults begins at 1 p.m. Registration is available online at Cantigny.org or by calling (630) 260-8162.

“The Great Snipe Hunt”: Tickets are on sale for this outdoor roving theater performance amid Cantigny Park’s gardens, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Two performances, at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., will take place June 30 and July 1. Recommended for families with children ages 5 and older, presented by the cast and crew of Lake Forest-based Citadel Theatre Company. A light-hearted story delivered by professional actors who will move about the Cantigny grounds, performing in different settings. Tickets are $10 per person and may be purchased in advance at the Cantigny Park Gift Shop or parking booth. In addition, through June 25, tickets may be ordered online at Cantigny.org or by phone at (630) 260-8162. A limited number of tickets will be available on the day of performance. Parking is free for ticketholders. Seating for the moving performance is on the lawn; spectators are encouraged to bring blankets or lightweight portable chairs. Water bottles also are recommended. See Cantigny.org.

Car Show: The Chicagoland Chapter of the Gran Sport Club of America is hosting the July 4 Car Show from 10 am.-2 p.m. July 4 at IUOE Local 150 Hall, 6200 Joliet Road, Countryside. Doors open at 8 a.m.; registration closes at noon; voting until 1 p.m., with trophies at 2 p.m. Entry fee is $10; spectators are free. All monies go to the Local 150 Food Pantry. See www.July4CarShow.com.

Taste of Oak Brook: Sponsored by McDonald’s Corporation, followed by the award-winning fireworks display. The event will be held from 2-9 p.m. July 3 on the Village of Oak Brook Polo Grounds, 31st Street between Spring and York roads. This event will feature cuisine from: Freshii, Gibsons Steak House, Grotto, Kama Bistro, Kona Grill, Labriola Bakery Café, Pinstripes, Tuscany and Ravioli Oli plus live music featuring Chris Green (jazz) from 2-4 p.m., Vito Zatto (Vegas-style singer/entertainer) from 4:30-5:30 p.m., Hi Infidelity from 6-8 p.m., followed by a DJ. Activities include a petting zoo, balloon artists and face painters. Stilt walkers will appear throughout the day. The Oak Brook Park District will sponsor an inflatable “bounce jump” from 3-6 p.m. Beginning at 5 p.m., McDonalds give out french fries and Ronald McDonald is scheduled to appear. The American Heart Association will provide blood pressure screenings. Onsite parking will be available for $10/vehicle with additional lots walkable from nearby areas. Rain date for the fireworks display only is July 4. See www.oak-brook.org or call (630) 368-5005.

Westmont Farmers Market: Farm fresh produce, specialty foods and arts and crafts may be found from 4-8 p.m. Thursdays through September in downtown Westmont (West Burlington Avenue at Cass Avenue). Call (630) 829-9378.

Uniquely Thursdays: Hinsdale hosts a free concert series from 6-9 p.m. Thursdays, up to Aug. 16, in Burlington Park, 30 E. Chicago Ave., complete with live band performances, local food vendors, a beer and wine tent, and local sponsor giveaways. Call Hinsdale Chamber of Commerce, (630) 323-3952.

Farmers’ Market: From 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Mondays, through Oct. 8, in Burlington Park, located between Garfield and Washington streets on Chicago Avenue. More than 30 vendors feature the freshest items the summer has to offer. Call Hinsdale Chamber of Commerce, (630) 323-3952.

La Grange Farmers Market: Is under way through Oct. 25. Produce, flowers and specialty items will be featured in the weekly Farmers Market from 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursdays in the parking lot behind Village Hall, located on the corner of Harris and Sixth Avenue. The market is sponsored by the West Suburban Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Partnership: Between Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana and the Chicago Zoological Society, which manages Brookfield Zoo, encourages people to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Girl Scouting, help girls reach their cookie goals and learn the facts about sustainable palm oil use, as well as other viable environmental practices. Customers who support the Girl Scout Cookie program in 2012 will receive one free child’s admission per paid adult admission when they bring five empty boxes of Girl Scout Cookies for recycling at Brookfield Zoo through Dec. 31.

Passport to Adventure: Pick up a passport at the Hinsdale History Museum, 15 S. Clay St., Hinsdale and receive 65 pages of local museums and nature centers. Visit seven cultural centers and receive a prize. Call (630) 789-2600; info@hinsdalehistory.org.

Church Group Meetings

Christian Meditation: As an 11th Step Practice — A group of men and women from 12 step programs, following the teachings of John Main and the World Community for Christian Meditation, meets from 10:30-11:30 a.m. every Monday in St. John of the Cross Parish Center, 5005 S. Wolf Road, Western Springs. The group is not a replacement for, nor is affiliated with, any 12-step program of recovery, but shares this ancient path of contemplative prayer. All are welcome. Call Janet,(708) 246-4866.

Join Women’s Bible Study: 9-11 a.m. or 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays in the chapel of the Christian Church of Clarendon Hills, 5750 Holmes Ave. The group is studying Beth Moore’s recently revised book, David: Seeking a Heart Like His. All women invited; no previous Bible study experience necessary. Books $20. Free childcare available. Contact Cami Gerstung to reserve a copy at (630) 789-8802.

Wine and Dine Book Group: Meets 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month in participants’ homes of Christ Lutheran Church of Clarendon Hills. Group is for busy women. Discuss the month’s book with women of faith. Call (630) 325-2220, or log onto www.YourChrist.org.

Women Who Brunch: Meet 10 a.m.-noon on third Saturday of the month in the lower level of Christ Lutheran Church of Clarendon Hills, 60 55th St. A home-made brunch, a program, ranging from musical groups to speakers on topics of interest to women. Call (630) 325-2220, or log onto www.YourChrist.org.

Men’s Saturday Service Group: Meets 8 a.m. the second Saturday of the month in the lower level of Christ Lutheran Church of Clarendon Hills, 60 55th St. A home-cooked breakfast, activities, from tips for the perfect golf swing from a local golf pro, to gathering and transporting donated food to a local food pantry. Group goes on winter ski retreats in Wisconsin. All men welcome.

Knitting Ministry: Meets 10:30 a.m. the first and third Friday of each month in the Fireside Room of Christ Lutheran Church, 60 55th St., Clarendon Hills. The Knitting Ministry donates hats, mittens and scarves to local clothing pantries. Call (630) 325-2220, or log onto www.YourChrist.org. All are welcome.

Oak Brook Community Church: 3100 Midwest Road, Oak Brook, hosts a Divorce Care group 7-9 p.m. Thursdays. Call (630) 986-0310.

Men’s Breakfast Fellowship: Christ Church of Oak Brook, 31st and York Road, is held Thursdays in Fellowship Hall 3. All men invited for a time of study and fellowship. Continental breakfast at 6:30 a.m. Cost: $5 per person. Contact Jim Huffman, jhuffman@leadersbank.com, or call (630) 654-1882.

Women’s Growing Connection: Meeting the second Tuesday evening of each month, is the women’s ministry of the Christian Church of Clarendon Hills, 5750 Holmes Ave. All women from community are welcome. Visit www.ccch.org/womens-ministries/womens-ministry.

Coffee Break: A community small group Bible study, has begun a new season at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, 155 W. Brush Hill Road. All welcome, no need for any previous Bible experience. No charge. Groups for women meet 9-11 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays and 12:30-2:30 p.m. Wednesdays; groups for men and women meet 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Free childcare available at morning sessions. Call (630) 600-5043 or visit www.elmhurstcrc.org.

Women’s Support Group: Meets 10-11:30 a.m. the first and third Thursdays at Christ Church of Oak Brook, 31st Street and York Road. For women who are desiring to move from the depths of hurting to a path of healing. Call Lorri Winter, (630) 321-3936.

Unite Student Ministry: Offers Sunday worship services for junior high students at 9:45 a.m. and high school students at 11:15 a.m. at Christian Church of Clarendon Hills Chapel, 5750 Holmes. Unite also has weekly small group gatherings for junior high students 7 p.m. Wednesdays in the chapel; and a high school gathering, called FUSE Group, which meets each Sunday 6 p.m. at a church member’s home. Both small group gatherings offer a less formal atmosphere and have a deeper, more personal teaching element. Call Rich Abraham (630) 323-3456, Ext. 232 or e-mail rich@ccch.org.

Junior High Youth Group: Meets 5-6:15 p.m. and the high school youth group meets 6:15-7:30 p.m. Sundays at First Presbyterian Church of La Grange, 150 S. Ashland Ave. Call (708) 354-0771 or visit www.fpclg.org.

Evangelical Covenant Church: Men’s Group meets 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 412 S. Garfield Ave., Hinsdale. Meeting is not a Bible study for professed Christians. It is offered for those who are agnostic, nonbelievers or just searching. Confidentiality respected. Call (630) 699-3583.

Civic

Wake Up Illinois: Tom Sodeika, president & CEO, Precision Payroll of America; Cisco Cotto, radio host and Total Living Network cohost; and Charles Butler, host of radio and Fox News, are coming together to celebrate A Night for the Good of Illinois from 6:30-9 p.m. June 28 at the Marriott Oak Brook Hotel, 1401 W. 22nd St., Oak Brook. The event will present the real financial facts of the state. Tickets at $45 includes hors d’oeuvres and one drink ticket. Register online at http://anightforthegoodofillinois.eventbrite.com.

Classes

Interfaith Career Network: First Presbyterian Church of La Grange, 150 S. Ashland Ave., will host a three-week job support skills workshop for college students and recent grads to help them put together their career search strategy from 7-9 p.m. July 10. The sessions will be held in Westminster Hall; enter church on Catherine Avenue. This workshop is open to all and there is no fee. Call the church office at (708) 354-0771. Interfaith Career Network offers job support through various programs throughout the month. Visit www.interfaithcareernetwork.org.

Summer Classes: Community House, 415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale – Classes for 6- to 8-year-olds, 4-5:15 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, July 9 to Aug. 1; classes for 9- to 11-year-olds, 5:15-6:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, July 9 to Aug. 1. Dance and Yoga for Teenagers with an educational edge for nutrition and environmental awareness, 4:30-6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 26 to July 26. To register, call (630) 323-7500 or go to www.thecommunityhouse.org.

Family ArtRageous: Families are invited to spend summer Saturdays exploring visual arts together at Hinsdale Center for the Arts on the campus of Katherine Legge Park, 5901 S. County Line Road, Hinsdale. Families will discover the creative process through various forms of visual art. Classes run from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Session II runs July 7, 14 and 21; Session III is July 28, Aug. 4 and 11. Cost is $120 per family. Call (630) 887-0203 to register.

Lyons Township High School: Boys and girls in sixth to 12th grades are welcome to compete in nine-hole tournaments at Flagg Creek Golf Course, 6939 S. Wolf Road, Countryside, on Fridays, June 29 and July 13. Each tournament registration fee is $25. Medals will be awarded for the top three places. Contact Coach Anderson at banderson@lths.net to receive a registration form. Golfers must provide their own clubs.

Cantigny Golf Academy: Launching a Welcome to Golf clinic series to serve adults and families. The clinics are open to all golfers and geared to new players and those who are getting back to the game and need a refresher. Five different clinics will be offered that cover the “how to” basics of golf as well as rules, etiquette, safety and other information. Each clinic consists of three one-hour classes for a total price of $59. Family members, friends or guests may join the clinics for an additional $20 each. Weekday evening and weekend clinics are available. Clinic schedules, class descriptions and registration are available online at CantignyGolf.com or by calling (630) 260-8199.

World Academy of Irish Dancing: Featuring lessons for adults at its Western Springs and South Bend locations. Western Springs classes are held Mondays 7–8 p.m. at All Saints Episcopal Church, 4370 Woodland Ave. Contact Julie Showalter, (630) 789-1128; or e-mail julie@worldacademydancers.com; www.worldacademydancers.com.

Yoga Classes with Tanja Pazou: Held 7-8:15 p.m. Mondays and 9-10:15 a.m. Thursdays at Immanuel Hall, 302 S. Grant St., Hinsdale. Contact Tanja Pazou at (630) 865-5946 or tpazou@hotmail.com.

Hinsdale Center for the Arts: 5903 S. County Line Road, offers music lessons in cello, clarinet, drums, flute, guitar, piano, saxophone, violin, viola and voice. Call (630) 887-0203. This program is partially sponsored by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council.

Hinsdale Center for the Arts: Offering short-term classes for adults. Shibori Fabric Dying workshop, Photography Meets Art Quilt and Landscape Designing classes join HCA’s established offerings of drawing, painting and writing classes to give adults the opportunity to explore their creativity too.

Donations

Back to School Needs: Catholic Charities is seeking monetary and school supply donations for the 2012 Back to School Fair in DuPage County. This fair prepares thousands of children from low-income families living in DuPage County for a new school year with free health services and school supplies. To donate online, visit catholiccharitiesjoliet.org. New backpacks and/or school supplies can be dropped off at the Catholic Charities office at 26 W. Saint Charles Road in Lombard between 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.

Food Pantry: La Grange Bible Church, 850 S. 7th Ave., has changed the hours for its community food pantry. New hours are 11 a.m.-noon Saturdays(use the east doors off 7th Avenue). Call (708) 354- 2485 or visit www.lagrangebible.org.

First Congregational Church of La Grange: 100 S. Sixth Ave., collects nonperishable food items for a local food pantry. Drop off donations at the church or call (708) 352-0800.

Project Backpack: School supply donations for Broadview Missionary Baptist Church classrooms accepted at Corporate America, 2111 McDonald’s Drive, Oak Brook. The location also has a suggested school supply list.

Donations: New yarn, knitting needles, crochet hooks, scissors, simple patterns and yards of fleece are sought by members of Operation Warm Hearts, a group of women who crochet, knit and create mittens, scarves, hats, lap robes and infant hats and booties for distribution to west suburban charitable organizations. Call (630) 230-9521.

First Presbyterian Church of La Grange: 150 S. Ashland Ave., collects items for the Ronald McDonald House. Wish list items include laundry detergent, gift cards, certificates to Jewel, Dominick’s, Costco or Target, forever postage stamps, cleaning wipes, Ajax powdered cleanser, liquid hand soap in pump dispensers, tablets or powdered dishwasher detergent, and all sized batteries. Call (708) 354-0771.

St. Helena’s Church: 7600 Wolf Road, Burr Ridge, has established a drive-by drop box for collection of canned foods to be delivered to food pantries. Collection box is in parking lot; individuals may drop off canned foods at any time.

Recycling: Ink jet and laser toner cartridges, cell phones, iPods and laptops are being collected to be properly recycled at First Presbyterian Church of La Grange, 150 S. Ashland Ave. Call (708) 354-0771.

Special Education: Parent Net and Gifted Education Cooperative, in partnership with Hinsdale Public Library, request new or used books to create lending library of books on autism, dyslexia, Down syndrome, giftedness, twice exceptionality, sensory integration and social/emotional development. Call Julie Ranahan (630) 325-3188.

Nonperishable Items: Being collected at Presbyterian Church of La Grange, 150 S. Ashland Ave., for La Grange area food pantry. Each month a special item is highlighted that is not covered by the food stamp program. Call (708) 354-0771 or e-mail admin@fpclg.org.

Enjoy the Outdoors

Concert: Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton – Rick Saucedo and The Change of Habit Band (Elvis Presley tribune band) will perform in front of the First Division Museum at 8 p.m. July 7. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 the day of show. Parking is complimentary for ticket holders. The park will close at 6 p.m. for the concert. Advance tickets are available online at Cantigny.org, by phone at (630) 260-8162 or at Cantigny Park – in the gift shop or at the parking booth.

Dancin’ in the Street: The 2012 concert series runs Wednesdays, ending July 25, in downtown Clarendon Hills on Prospect Avenue and will include a very special July 4 concert. Food and beverages will be available for purchase starting at 6:30 p.m. with music kicking off at 7 p.m. On July 4, events will kick off 30 minutes early to make sure concert-goers do not miss the fireworks at Hinsdale Golf Club. Band schedule – June 27: Neverly Brothers; July 4: Sorry for Partying; July 11: South of Disorder; July 18: Hello Nuvo; July 25: 25or6to4. As in prior years, Prospect Avenue, from Park Avenue to the BNSF Railroad, will be closed to vehicular traffic from 4-10:30 p.m. Parking is available in the Metra commuter parking lot at the corners of Prospect Avenue and Ann Street. Contact the village at (630) 286-5402 or visit www.clarendonhills.us/concerts.cfm.

Free summer concerts: Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, is once again offering free summer concerts. Bands representing a variety of musical genres will entertain at 3 p.m. Sundays and on Independence Day and Labor Day. In addition, four Saturday shows especially for kids (also free) are scheduled. Sunday and children’s concerts feature lawn seating and are complimentary with paid parking ($5 per car). Performances take place at the Cantigny bandshell near the park’s front entrance or in front of the First Division Museum. Call (630) 260-8218.

Cantigny: Offers bird walks at 8:30 a.m. on the second Saturday of each month. Enter the park through the main entrance on Winfield Road, just south of Roosevelt, Wheaton, and tell the attendant you are with the DuPage Birding Club. The parking fee will be waived. Meet at the Visitors Center. Leader: Jeff Reiter, (630) 545-1838, jreiter@wordsonbirds.com.

Fundraisers

Car Wash: Friends of Kelli Joy O’Laughlin are holding a car wash to support the Kelli Joy O’Laughlin Memorial Fund from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 30 at the Pleasantview Fire Department, 1970 Plainfield Road, LaGrange Highlands. This fund is used for educational scholarships at Lyons Township High School.

Garden Walk: LaGrange Highlands Woman’s Club will feature five gardens in its first Garden Walk from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 30. Net proceeds will benefit the club’s 2012-2013 charity of the year, Team O’Connell, a 501(c)(3) organization founded by the parents of Brady O’Connell, a local boy with cystic fibrosis, and dedicated to finding a cure for cystic fibrosis. To learn more about Brady’s amazing journey, visit http://bradyoc.wordpress.com. Tickets to the Garden Walk are $15 per person and may be purchased at RE/MAX Properties, 819 Burlington Ave, Western Springs, or by sending a check payable to the LaGrange Highlands Woman’s Club, along with a stamped, self-addressed envelope to Marti Comstock, 1917 W. 55th St., La Grange IL 60525. Contact Comstock at (708) 246-3868 or mwcomstock@sbcglobal.net.

Kids

Big Daddy: Kids love characters in costume and will have fun meeting Big Daggy and his lion, elephant and cow friends when the Daggy Land Zoo appears on June 30 at Zoey’s Eatz & Treatz, an all natural pet store at 7189 S. Kingery Highway, Willowbrook. From 11 a.m.-2 p.m., the Daggy Land Zoo characters will entertain with music and games and will pose for free photos with children and pets. A Dag Bones representative will be on hand to answer pet owner questions about feeding dogs raw bones. Special pricing on Dag Bones will be offered and a limited number of free samples will be given as prizes.

Join High School Musical Jr.: The Hinsdale Center for the Arts’ summer production of Disney’s “High School Musical Jr.” is open for registration. All third- through eighth-graders are welcome. There are no auditions, just enroll. This fun summer program and production will teach students to move, sing, dance and act in one of America’s favorite shows. The program runs July 16 to Aug. 4 from 1-5 p.m. each day with final performances on Aug. 3 and 4. Visit www.hinsdalearts.org to register online or call (630) 887-0203.

Songwriting and Self-Discovery: Sixth- to eighth-graders will be mentored through the process of song writing and performance from beginning to end. This program runs from noon-2 p.m. or 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, up to Aug. 15 at the Community House Youth Center, 229 Symonds Drive, Hinsdale. The first class session will consist of required individual intake sessions lasting about 20 minutes. The instructor will contact members to schedule their time. Contact Jenna, (630) 323-7500, Ext. 237.

Brookfield Zoo: Experience the invasion of Xtreme BUGS, presented by Dominick’s, at Brookfield Zoo, continuing through Sept. 7. The exhibit of epic proportions will feature everything from Xtra-large animatronic bugs, including a 16-foot-high by 33-foot-long Japanese hornet displayed in the zoo’s Roosevelt Fountain, to Xtra-small live insects as part of “Harry’s Big Adventure: My Bug World!” Xtreme BUGS is $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 3 to 11 and seniors over 65 (half price for Brookfield Zoo members) in addition to regular zoo admission of $15 for adults and $10.50 for children ages 3-11 and seniors over 65. Children 2 and under are free. A 20-percent discounted combo ticket may be purchased at participating Dominick’s stores for $16 for adults and $10.80 for children 3-11 and seniors 65 and over. Visit www.CZS.org.

Community House Flag Football League: Emphasis is on good speed, agility, teamwork, and precision, a forum for players who love playing football, are just starting out or do not want to get into pads just yet. A limited number of spots are available for each grade division. All efforts will be made to place players with schoolmates, however, it is not guaranteed. Regular registration will be taken up to July 31; last minute registration will be Aug. 1 or later (only upon availability). Second- to fifth-graders (in their respective levels) play from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays, Sept. 8 to Oct. 27; sixth- to eighth-graders play from noon to 2 p.m. Sundays, Sept. 9 to Oct. 28. Volunteer coaches are needed at all grade levels. Call Jenna Jakalski, (630) 323-7500, Ext. 237. The Community House is located at 415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale.

Libraries

Healthy Foods: Cognitive psychologist Julia Moravcsik will share her insights and practical tips on teaching children to not just tolerate but to love vegetables, fruit, whole grains and other healthy food at the Clarendon Hills Library, 7 N. Prospect Ave., at 7 p.m. July 9. Her blog (titled “Teach Your Child to Love Healthy Food”) has won the Jamie Oliver Food Revolution award. To register, call (630) 323-8188 or see www.clarendonhillslibrary.org.

Thomas Ford Memorial Library: 800 Chestnut St., Western Springs, offers Chess Club 7-8:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month. Meet, match wits and learn from other chess enthusiasts. Teens and adults welcome. Registration required, limit 20; free. For registration, visit www.fordlibrary.org, e-mail info@fordlibrary.org or call (708) 246-0520.

Registration: Required for all programs, unless otherwise indicated.

Hair Chalking: Sixth- to 12th-graders who have ever wanted blue hair, but just for the day, can come with clean, dry hair, and a shirt for messiness from 2-3:30 p.m. July 3. Leave with a new look. Go patriotic for July 4, or get funky with pinks and greens. This works on short or long hair, dark or light.

Antique Appraisal: With Rex Newell will be from 7-8 p.m. July 10. He will talk about the antiques market and give a free appraisal for one item for the first 40 people to register.

Survival Food: These tasty snacks will keep you satisfied. Participants will also be making solar ovens that work from 2-3:30 p.m. July 12.

Faux Etched Glass Vases: Embellish a glass vase, perfect for cut flowers, with a simple stenciling and painting technique from 7-8:30 p.m. July 12.

Surf and Turf: Come rediscover the classic stories of “Stone Soup” and Rudyard Kipling’s “How the Whale Got His Throat” in this new and exciting puppet production from 3-4 p.m. July 13 at the Hinsdale Community House, 415 W. 8th St., Hinsdale. This event is sponsored by Hinsdale Public Library, Clarendon Hills Public Library, and Thomas Ford Memorial Library.

Family Storytimes: Hear stories, sing songs, and make a craft in this special evening storytime for families from 6:45-7:30 p.m. Thursdays, June 28, July 12, 26.

Night Adventurers Book Club: First- through third-graders can join in for activities, discussion, and fun from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Participants will read Magic Tree House #19: Tigers at Twilight for July 17.

Indoor Campfires: Third- to fifth-graders can bring a sleeping bag and get comfortable in the cool library from 7-8 p.m. July 17; kids will enjoy exciting accounts of nighttime historical events, and make an edible campfire. (Foods used in this program will be gluten-free.)

Craft Table: All ages who love crafts can stop by at the library from 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. July 28. Supplies to make an Olympic medal to celebrate the 2012 Summer Olympics will be available. No registration required.

Lego Challenge: Create a moon house on July 16. Program runs from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Prizes will be given to first, second and third places. No registration required.

Family Game Night: Runs from 7-8 p.m. July 18. Play an assortment of board games. Team up and play with other families. Light refreshments will be served. No registration required.

Dream Weavers Book Club: For July 19 (10:30-11:30 a.m.), fourth- to sixth-graders will read Avi’s Poppy and discuss her forbidden and dangerous adventures in Dimwood Forest.

Summer Reading Clubs: Continues to Aug. 3; registration is under way – Dream Big–Read for all children up to sixth grade: Explore all things nocturnal: dreams, stars and planets, bats, owls, spooky stories and more. Daily Contest: Find the Star; everyday a star will be hidden in the Youth Services Department. The first child to find it will get a prize from the treasure chest. Weekly Contests: Every week this summer, readers and nonreaders can participate in contests for a chance to win a prize. New contest questions will be posted each week. Grand Prizes: Skydeck Chicago passes, Shedd Aquarium passes, Museum of Science & Industry passes, White Sox tickets, Star Wars game, Young Explorer backpack, Pull & Play animal train, friendship bracelet kit, glow in the dark science lab, Hide & Seek Safari animal, puzzles, $50 Target gift card, and more.

Read… While You Still Can!: for children entering sixth to 12th grades in the fall. Read and log five books or 40 hours by Aug. 3 and earn a free paperback plus a chance to win the big prize.

Hot Books: 80 Years of Sizzling Bestsellers for adults; Hot Books, is about discovering popular books of the last 80 years. Sign up at the Reference Desk and receive a reading log. Then read six library books, eBooks or audio books, including one that was on the bestseller list sometime over the last 80 years; there will be lists posted. Submit tickets by Aug. 3 for a prize drawing. Prizes include a Thomas Ford Library 80th Anniversary mug; Barnes & Noble gift cards, a Nook Book eReader; two entrees at Vie Restaurant; a bag of bestseller books; and tickets to the Theater of Western Springs.

Chess Club: Newly forming, meets the second Wednesdays of the month from 7-8:30 p.m. Teens and adults are welcome. Registration required.

Teen Library Advisory Board: Will meet from 4-5 p.m. monthly at the Thomas Ford Memorial Library. Teens in sixth to 12th grade are welcome to get involved by sharing ideas and opinions, planning library programs and services, and discussing materials for teens. Meetings are the third Thursday of each month in the Board Room.

Summer Art Exhibit: Hinsdale resident and local artist, Mary Strasevicius, creates art through a natural, intuitive and intelligent process. Much of her work combines improvisation with composition, structure, line, shape, color and space. An exhibit of her work is on display in the Hinsdale Public Library’s Quiet Reading Room (20 E. Maple St.) through Aug. 31.

App: Hinsdale Public Library has launched a new mobile app designed to give smartphone owners easy access to the library. The free app, available on Apple and Android platforms, allows users to search the library catalog, manage their accounts and get library information such as hours and phone numbers. Other features include the ability to download eBooks and eAudioBooks straight to a smartphone or tablet and to register for upcoming programs. The app also includes BookLook, which allows users to scan the ISBN code on any book and see if HPL owns a copy. To download the app, search Hinsdale Public Library in your app store or visit hpl.boopsie.com from your mobile device.

Hinsdale Public Library: Has an ongoing Gently Used Book Sale. Shelves are located near the Audiovisual Collection. Books sorted by fiction, nonfiction, children’s and young adult. Children’s books start at 50 cents and all others start at $1. Visit the library’s Grab and Read book cart in the train station. Take a book, read it, pass it along or return it to the book cart. All books are free. To add a book to the collection, donate it to the Hinsdale Public Library. Call (630) 986-1976. Hinsdale Public Library is located at 20 E. Maple St., www.hinsdalelibrary.info.

Indian Prairie Public Library: 401 Plainfield Road, Darien, serves Burr Ridge, Willowbrook and Darien. Call the Ask Us Desk at (630) 887-8760, Ext. 239 or go to www.ippl.info.

La Grange Public Library: 10 W. Cossitt, hosts the Writer’s Workshop the second Wednesday of each month 7-8:45 p.m. This on-going workshop offers adults a place to bring their poems, manuscripts and other written works for feedback. Registration requested, but not required; free. Visit www.lagrangelibrary.org or call (708) 352-0576.

Butterfly Enthusiasts: At 11 a.m. June 29 at the LaGrange Park Library, 555 N. La Grange Road, Stephanie Walquist, who has studied a variety of butterfly species over the years, will share the knowledge and experience she has gained in attracting butterflies and in raising their caterpillars. Tips on planting gardens that will provide food for developing caterpillars and nectar for butterflies will also be discussed. Handouts will be available and those interested can join the newly formed Save the Prairie Society Butterfly Club. Call (708) 354-5512.

Oak Brook Public Library: 600 Oak Brook Road, (630) 368-7700, www.oak-brook.lib.il.us. Most programs require registration:

State Rep. Sandra Pihos, R-42: Invites students in kindergarten to fifth grade from throughout Illinois House District 42 to participate in her annual Summer Reading Club, “Reading Makes you Smile.” Children who read eight or more books over the course of their summer break will be invited to a pizza and ice cream party that will be held at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 7 at Glenn Westlake Middle School in Lombard. The party will include entertainment and special recognition for each reader.Informational brochures, which include a form that can be mailed back to Pihos’ office, can be found on www.sandrapihos.com or at the Oak Brook Public Library, 600 Oak Brook Road, Oak Brook.

Elaine Dame Jazz: Performs at 3 p.m. June 30.

Chair Yoga: Personal trainer and yoga instructor Sandy Auriemma will lead a 45-minute class at 1:30 p.m. June 22. Learn how to do basic stretches from home. All ages welcome.

Summer Adult Reading Program: Is under way, “Reading Is So Delicious,” sponsored by Friends of the Oak Brook Library. Upon completion, participants will receive a library shopping bag and be entered into a drawing for a prize. Program continues to Aug. 6. Registration required.

Activity Room: Open from 6-8:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays for teens in sixth grade and older to complete homework and socialize with peers. An assortment of games are available when a break is needed from studying. A librarian is available to assist with reference questions.

Oak Brook Public Library: Offers the addition of eBooks for the Kindle to downloadable options. It subscribes to eMediaLibrary by Over Drive to supply eBooks and audio books for mobile devices. Downloadable books also can be read or heard on laptops and computers.

Meetings

People in Public Speaking: Meets every Monday at noon for an hour in the McDonald’s corporate offices. Individuals may join at any level of speaking ability. People in Public Speaking is an Oak Brook branch of Toastmasters International and is open to anyone interested in joining Toastmasters. See pips.toastmastersclubs.org/.

Brookfield-La Grange Park Lions Club: Meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays at Ryan’s Pub, Brookfield. Go to blp.lionsclub@hotmail.com to request information.

La Grange Garden Club: Meets at 12:15 p.m. on the first Monday of the month (social and refreshments) followed at 1 p.m. by the meeting and program at First Presbyterian Church of La Grange, (basement) 150 S. Ashland. If interested, e-mail Marty Van Ness at Matha824@aol.com.

Garden Club of LaGrange Park: Meeting on the first Monday of the month starting at noon in the LaGrange Park Village Hall, 447 N. Catherine, LaGrange Park. Refreshments served; program follows. Call (708) 352-5059.

Newcomers Alumni: Women’s Social Club meets second Wednesday of the month September-June for lunch at various restaurants and country clubs throughout the western suburbs. Lunch served at noon, followed by entertainment. Call (708) 784-0297.

MOPS: For all mothers of preschoolers who would like to learn more about how to live life as a Christian mother, meets at Christ Church of Oak Brook, corner of 31st and York Road, Oak Brook, the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, through May 2012. Meetings are 9:15-11:15 a.m. Free; childcare provided. E-mail ccobmops@gmail.com or call (630) 654-1882.

West Suburban Toastmasters Club 930: Meets 7 p.m. on first and third Thursdays of each month in the LaGrange Park Library, 555 La Grange Road, LaGrange Park. Guests over 18 welcome. See http://wsuburban.freetoasthost.org/.

Zonta International, Oak Brook: International service club that seeks to advance the status of women worldwide by improving the legal, political, economic, educational, health and professional status of women at the global and local levels through service and advocacy. There has been an interest to charter a local club in Oak Brook to serve the western suburban area. The Zonta Club of Joliet Area is the sponsoring club for the new charter. Anyone wishing to be considered for membership or for additional information may e-mail zonta@jolietzonta.com.

Hinsdale Chapter of PFLAG: Meets 2-4 p.m. the first Sunday of the month at the Unitarian Church of Hinsdale, 11 W. Maple. Regular monthly meetings held the first Sunday of each month 2-4 p.m. The chapter serves the needs of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender persons. Contact PFLAG help line, (630) 415-0622, or www.pflagillinois.org.

La Grange Newcomer Alums: Women’s Club meets the second Wednesday of every month, September-June, at various country clubs and restaurants throughout the western suburbs. Lunch is 12:15 p.m., followed by entertainment. Call (708) 341-6141.

Kiwanis Club, Willowbrook-Burr Ridge: Meets at noon the first four Thursdays of the month at Porterhouse on the corner of North Frontage Road and Madison Street in Burr Ridge. Visit www.wbkiwanis.org.

La Grange Garden Club: Meets the first Monday of the month at 12:15 p.m. (social and refreshments) followed by a 1 p.m. meeting and program at the First Presbyterian Church of La Grange, Fellowship Hall (basement), 150 S. Ashland.

Kiwanis Club of La Grange: Meets every Thursday at noon at the Park District of La Grange, 536 East Ave., Room 108 (46th and East Avenue). The mission of the Kiwanis Club is to serve the children of the world. Guests welcome. Call Carol (708) 352-2992.

Knack for Knitting/Knot: Group meets 7 p.m. Mondays in the Tyler Duelm Room at La Grange Public Library, 10 W. Cossitt Ave. Group meets weekly to share knowledge of knitting, patterns and stitch techniques with other knitters. From beginning knitter to advanced needle crafter, all welcome to share and learn the art of knitting. Registration not required; free. Visit www.lagrangelibrary.org or call (708) 352-0576.

Surprize Bridge Stakes Etc.: Meets 1 p.m. Wednesdays at Community Park District of LaGrange Park, 536 East Ave. The club is a congenial intermediate Bridge mix. It sponsors tournaments and going for the gold and more partners are needed. Call Vera Lynch at (708) 447-8185.

Ali Lassen’s Leads Club: Oak Brook Chapter, meets 7:30 a.m. Thursdays at DuPage Club, 1901 S. Myers Road, Oakbrook Terrace. For reservations call Genny at (630) 738-6677.

All Bridge Saints: Duplicate Bridge Club American Contract Bridge League meets 6:45-10 p.m. Thursdays at Grace Episcopal Church, 121 E. 1st St. Hinsdale. Club welcomes all levels of skill. Call Ellie Nuellen, (815) 838-0646, or Bob Kucaba, (630) 561-4969.

Operation Warm Hearts: Meets 1:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month in the Great Lounge of King-Bruwaert House, 6101 S. County Line Road, Burr Ridge. Everyone welcome to participate and suggest charitable organizations where donations may be made. Call (630) 230-9521.

West Suburban Toastmasters Club 930: Meets 7-8:45 p.m. the first and third Thursday at LaGrange Park Public Library, 555 N. La Grange Road. Step-by-step materials, a supportive audience, feedback from peers and a DVD of each of speech. Call Maren at (708) 387-1341 or Maggie at (773) 239-7892; visit http://wsuburban.freetoasthost.org, or e-mail info@wsuburban.freetoasthost.org.

LaGrange Park Woman’s Club: Meets 1 p.m. every third Monday at Village Church, 1150 Meadowcrest Road, LaGrange Park. Speakers, games, parties. Call Mary Anne Vavra (708) 354-3801.

York Radio Club: Meets 8 p.m. the third Friday of the month at Community Bank of Elmhurst, 330 W. Butterfield Drive. Visit www.yorkradioclub.com.

Midwest Pond and Koi Society: Meets for dinner 7:15 p.m. and a meeting at 8 p.m. every third Friday of the month, except November and December, at The Oaks of Burr Ridge, 300 S. Frontage Road, Burr Ridge. Dinner reservations must be made in advance. Visit www.mpks.org or call (312) 409-2081.

Parks

Oakbrook Terrace: Park District Fitness Center, 1 Parkview Plaza, Oakbrook Terrace, (630) 574-0420; visit www.obtpd.org/fc.

Odyssey Cruise: The Oakbrook Terrace Park District is planning a boat tour at Navy Pier on July 11. Guests can enjoy a two-hour escapade to a sophisticated atmosphere and a spectacular skyline view. Participants will leave from the Heritage Center at 9:30 a.m. and return at 3 p.m. The cost is $75, which includes travel fee, buffet lunch and cruise admission. Register by July 1.

Paddle Boats: The Oakbrook Terrace Park District has paddle boats available to rent from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. every Wednesday up to Aug. 15, and from noon to 4 p.m. every Saturday, up to Aug. 22. Paddle boats can be rented for $3 per 30 minutes. The Park District also has a four-passenger Americans with Disabilities Act-accessible boat. Also new to the Park District is a Swan paddle boat that can seat up to four people and is $5 per 30 minutes. Children under 16 must be with an adult. Boat rental is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Lake View Nature Center: 17W063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace, offers classes for nature lovers. Call (630) 941-8747 or visit www.obtpd.org/lvnc to register.

Fishing time: Families can pack a lunch and picnic by the water. Children 16 years of age and under are welcome to borrow a fishing pole and try their luck down at the pond catching a sunfish or even a large-mouth bass. Bait is available for a fee.

Passport to Adventure: Visit five participating attractions this summer and each participant will receive a certificate. Visit seven or more to receive a Passport prize. Children ages 4 and up can pick up their free Passport to Adventure at the Lake View Nature Center or other participating museums. The Passport to Adventure program runs Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Clarendon Hills Park District: 315 Chicago Ave., (630) 323-2626. Programs require advance registration at the Community Center, 315 Chicago Ave. The Clarendon Hills Park District’s regular business hours at the Community Center are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, with limited evening and weekend hours, depending upon recreation schedules. Call (630) 323-2626 or visit www.clarendonhillsparksdistrict.org.

July 4 Celebration: The Clarendon Hills Park District will have an old-fashioned July 4 celebration in Prospect Park, 315 Chicago Ave., beginning at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 4. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Preceding the fireworks show, which will begin at dark from the Hinsdale Golf Club, the Clarendon Hills Park District will provide seasonal entertainment and old-fashioned family fun. Call (630) 323-2626.

Young Magicians: The Clarendon Hills Park District will present a Magic Class with the Magic Team of Gary Kantor from 5:15-6:10 p.m. July 6 at the Community Center. Open to ages 5 to 12, this class offers instruction on tricks with cards, coins, ropes, mind reading and more. All materials are provided, and every participant receives a new magic kit to bring home after class. New tricks are introduced with each class. There is a $23 program fee for residents; $29, nonresidents.

Super Pass: Season pass holders at the Clarendon Hills Park District’s Lions Park Pool are invited to purchase a Super Pass for $50 per person. The Super Pass entitles season pass holders to swim at both the Clarendon Hills Park District’s Lions Park Pool and the Hinsdale Community Swimming Pool all summer long. All pass sales take place at the Community Center, 315 Chicago Ave. The Community Center is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, with limited evening and weekend hours available by appointment.

Swim Lessons: The Clarendon Hills Park District is accepting registration for its swim lesson program for the summer. All classes meet at the Lions Park Pool, 100 Byrd Court. This year, each swimming class will have a marine life name. Parents are encouraged to sign up returning participants for classes based upon their child’s prior lesson history, previous swim report card and age group. Program fees for each session of aquatics lessons will be $80 for residents and $100 for non-residents. Call (630) 323-2626 for information regarding: Stroke Clinic for ages 6 and older; Preschool Swim Lessons include Parent-Child Water Development for children ages 6 months to 5 years and a parent; Tiny Tot Starfish Level, ages 3-5 (without parents); Advanced Tiny Tot Seahorse Level, ages 3-5 (without parents); and Youth Swim Lessons for ages 5 and up (or children who have completed Preschool Swim Lessons), which include Level 1 Jellyfish, Level 2 Minnow, Level 3 Frog, Level 4 Turtle, Level 5 Dolphin and Level 6 Shark.

Semi-private/private swim lessons: At Lions Park Pool, 100 Byrd Court. These lessons focus on safety, fun, water adjustment skills, stroke technique education, and confidence in the pool. A variety of options are available this summer for children ages 3 and up. Call Beth Martens at (630) 323-2626.

Pool Parties: The Clarendon Hills Park District’s Lions Park Pool may be the best place to have a “fun in the sun” celebration this year. Three new birthday party packages are available this season, offering parents a party which includes set-up, swim time, food choices and clean up. All birthday parties are scheduled after 11 a.m. during regular season hours, up to Aug. 19. For details, call (630) 325-1040 and speak to the manager on duty.

Registration: Under way at the Community Center, 315 Chicago Ave., for the Clarendon Hills Park District’s Sea Lions Swim Team. Open to swimmers ages 5-18, the Sea Lions offer stroke technique education and competitive swimming. The Sea Lions Swim Team holds practice sessions at Lions Park Pool, 100 Byrd Court, and participates in meets as part of the West Suburban Swim Conference. There is a $180 resident ($225 nonresident) fee to participate in the program. A T-shirt and swim cap are included with the registration fee. Call Beth Martens, Aquatics manager, (630) 323-2626.

Clarendon Hills Park District: Active Learners Preschool, 315 Chicago Ave., is accepting enrollment for 3- and 4-year-old programs which begin in September. Terrific Threes classes for 3-year-old students will be held Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings, while the Fantastic Fours preschool-kindergarten program for older children will be held Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons. Children enrolling in the 3-year-old program are required to have celebrated their third birthday by Sept. 1, while boys and girls enrolling in the pre-kindergarten program must turn 4 by Sept. 1. A $100 tuition deposit will hold a child’s place in the Active Learners Preschool for the coming year. Drop-in observations when class is in session are also encouraged. Call (630) 323-2626.

Enjoy: The fast growing Midwest sport of platform tennis year round through a new series of beginner and advanced beginner drills presented through the Clarendon Hills Park District. All lessons are taught by six-time and 2010 National Platform Tennis Champion, Mary Doten. Learn the basic skills including grips, backhand volley, lobs, drives, serves, volley techniques and screens. Point play will conclude each drill. Paddles are available to purchase or use for demonstrations at each class session. The fee is $129.

Western Springs Recreation Department: 2012 Summer Brochure is being delivered to all homes in Western Springs. Copies are available online at www.wsprings.com/departments/recreation.asp, or at the Recreation Center, 1500 Walker Ave.; Grand Avenue Community Center, 4211 Grand; and Village Hall, 740 Hillgrove. Nonresidents can request one by calling (708) 246-9070. A huge variety of classes for all ages are available including the very popular ones as well as many new programs and activities.

Pleasant Dale Park District: Offers Adult Dance classes from 7-8 p.m. Thursdays at Chalet Family Fitness Center, 8300 S. Wolf Road, Willow Springs. A 10-class punch card is $75 (good until fall 2012). Movement uses jazz, contemporary and ballet techniques. No previous dance experience necessary. Wear clothing that allows movement and have hair pulled away from the face. Contact Molly Roche at molly.c.roche@gmail.com, (312) 576-9669 or the Chalet, (708) 246-4030.

Park District of La Grange: 536 East Ave., offers the following programs; call (708) 352-1762; www.pdlg.org.

Park Days: Come out and play games and join activities with the Park District of La Grange staff this summer. Kids 8 years and older can come on their own; children 7 and under must be accompanied by a parent. Bring a water bottle and wear gym shoes – Thursdays 3-4 p.m., July 12 at Spring Park, 53rd and Spring; Aug. 9 at Denning Park, 4903 S. Gilbert. Activities will be canceled if inclement weather; see pdlginfo@pdlg.org.

Toddler Playtime Gym: The gym court at the Rec Center is set up with scooters, tunnels and other games to help toddlers develop their gross motor skills from 10 a.m.-noon Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. No pre-registration required. Daily fee is $3, residents; $4, nonresidents. Pay the daily fee for the indoor playground and add Toddler Gym for only $2.

Park District of La Grange: Offers Learning Ladders Preschool classes for children ages 2 1/2-5 designed to meet the physical, social, intellectual and creative needs of children. Four of the classes are held at Gilbert Park and one of the classes is held at the Recreation Center. Preschool registration for 2012-13 is under way for residents and nonresidents.

Sign up: Park District of La Grange Fitness Classes for adults, seniors and kids. Adult fitness classes include Zumba, Spin, Drums Alive!, Kickboxing, Yoga and Bootcamp. In addition, several fitness classes have been added this season including Total Body Dance, Yoga Core, Zumba Gold for individuals 50 years of age and older, plus children’s fitness classes such as Hula Hoopin’ and Zumbatonic. A schedule is available by visiting www.pdlg.org. Classes are offered in the mornings, during the lunch hour, evenings and Saturdays. Childcare is available for many of the morning classes at a cost of $4 per child. Call (708) 352-1762.

Adult Fitness Classes: A variety of adult cardio and strength training classes are offered mornings, during the lunch hour, evenings and Saturdays to fit any schedule. A resident fee under $50 for most programs — childcare available for many morning classes for $4 per child. Core conditioning, yoga, spin, Zumba, Drums Alive, Piloxing and Pilates.

Win: Family Pass to the Recreation Center good for one year. The pass includes unlimited playground use, unlimited track use, 24 basketball open gym passes per family member and 24 toddler gym passes. Fill out an entry form at the front desk of the Rec Center. One entry per family per month allowed. (708) 352-1762.

Community Park District of LaGrange Park: 1501 Barnsdale Road, LaGrange Park, provides the following programs. For more information, call (708) 354-4580 or visit www.cpdlgp.org.

Movie under the Stars: Community Park District of LaGrange Park will screen “Kung Fu Panda 2” on July 5 at the Memorial Park Amphitheater, corner of Woodlawn and La Grange Road. Free. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and snacks. From 7:30-8:30 p.m., Pockets the Clown will be available for balloon-making and laughs. At 8:40 p.m., the movie will start. In the event of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled. Call (708) 354-4580 or visit www.cpdlgp.org.

Lake Geneva Cruise: Enjoy a Lake Geneva Luncheon Cruise with the Community Park District of LaGrange Park on July 17 aboard the Grand Belle of Geneva. During the 2.5 hour cruise, guests will receive a narrated tour, as well as an interesting history of Geneva Lake’s “rich and famous,” with details provided by the captain. Guests will also have time to shop before and after the cruise. The Lake Geneva Cruise bus departs from the Recreation Center, 1501 Barnsdale Road, at 8 a.m. and will return by 5:30 p.m. Guests will travel by motorcoach. Cost is $71 per person. Registration deadline is July 3. Visit www.cpdlgp.org, or call (708) 354-4580.

Memorial Park in LaGrange Park: 132 E. Oak Ave., The fenced-in, multi-use courts are now ready for use. Designed last year, this court was created with younger children in mind. The surface is decorated with games such as 4-square, hop scotch, shuffleboard and bases for kickball and soft baseball. There are also roller hockey circles and nets for those wishing to play. Memorial Park is open daily until 10 p.m.

Oak Brook Park District: 1450 Forest Gate Road; (630) 990-4233; www.obparks.org:

Summer Concert Series: Oak Brook Park District announces the musical lineup at 7 p.m. Thursdays – June 28: Anthony Kawalkowski Orchestra; July 5: SODA –This concert will feature root beer floats at 1962 prices, courtesy of Tom & Eddie’s; July 12: Decatur Park Singers; July 19: Stockwood; July 26: Rhythm Rockets; Aug. 2: Chicago String Artists as presented by Carl Linden: A Franz Benteler Tribute.

Family Horsemanship: Experience the wonder of horseback riding with the family this summer at the Arabian Knights Farms, 6526 Clarendon Hills Road in Willowbrook. From safety and balance to walking and trotting, beginner, intermediate and advanced classes are available for the entire family, ages 8 and older. Class fee is $135 per session. Wednesday evening and Sunday morning sessions are available beginning July 1. To register, visit www.obparks.org.

Noncontact Football Camp: Kids ages 6-12 will learn the fundamentals from real athletes who have played at the collegiate or professional level in Central Park, 1450 Forest Gate Road. Classes will also include scrimmages and occasional guest speakers from current and former NFL and college teams. This clinic runs from 10 a.m.-noon July 9-13. Class fee is $145 for residents and $182 for nonresidents per session.

From early birds to night owls: The Oak Brook Park District has a wide variety of drop-in group exercise classes available Mondays to Saturdays for those looking to step up their fitness routine for summer. New sessions run through Sept. 1 and are held at the Family Recreation Center, 1450 Forest Gate Road. Classes are free to members; per day fees are $10 for residents; $6 for residents 55-plus; $12, nonresidents; $8, nonresidents 55-plus. Fitness membership fees are available monthly or for the summer. Classes include: Outdoor Yoga; Boot Camp; Cardio Mix; Core Conditioning; Lo-Impact Cardio Strength Mix; Yoga; Aerobics Low-Impact; Barre Bodies; Beginner and Senior Pilates; Cardio Cross Train; Cardio Interval; Seated Aerobics; StrengthFlex; Yoga Renewal; Zumba; Belly Dancing; Bollywood/Bhangra Beats; Mixed Pilates. Call for specifics or check website.

Friday Night Cosmic Swim: From 6-9:30 p.m. Fridays at the Family Aquatic Center, 1450 Forest Gate Road. The water in the leisure pool changes color. Regular admission fees apply; www.obparks.org.

Family Aquatic Center: Parents and children ages 7 and younger are invited to drop-in and enjoy splashing around the Oak Brook Park District’s indoor beach-like recreational pool with special water play features from 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Resident fee is $6, nonresident fee is $8 (members are free).

Boost Your Mood and Fitness Level: At the Oak Brook Park District Indoor Family Aquatic Center, 1450 Forest Gate Road in Oak Brook. The following aquatic exercise classes are free to members or $10 for adult residents and $12 for nonresidents per session (there is a $4 discount for seniors 55+). No registration is necessary — Aqua Cardiotone: From 9-10 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Aqua Cardiotone is great exercise for people with beginning or advanced athletic skills. Learn water exercises for strength and conditioning of all the major muscle groups. Aerobic interval drills will improve athletic ability. Ages 18 and older. Aqua Max Mature: From 9-10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Enjoy the five major benefits of water workouts: improve flexibility, increase muscle tone, increase cardiovascular endurance, enhance overall fitness and have fun. Adults ages 55+ will use low impact moves focusing on balance, posture and mobility. Arthritis Water Therapy: From 10-11 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Friday. This water therapy class is designed to safely keep joints moving and improve sense of well-being, led by a trained and certified instructor. Ages 18 and older. Pilates Plus Aqua: From 8-9 a.m. Fridays. This innovative class combines the cardio benefits of an aerobics class with beginner level Pilates to strengthen, lengthen and align posture. It will also improve balance and flexibility and tighten core. Ages 18 and older.

SEASPAR: 4500 Belmont Road in Downers Grove (office), and Denning Park, 4903 S. Gilbert Ave., La Grange, provides year-round recreation services for individuals with disabilities and is an extension of local park districts. Transportation is often available from SEASPAR offices. Call (630) 960-7600 or visit www.SEASPAR.org.

York Center Park District: 1609 S. Luther Ave., Lombard; (630) 629-0886; www.yorkcenterparks.org/:

Extreme Teens On the Go: Teens are guaranteed to go on trips all around the Chicago area this summer to places such as Great America, Hurricane Harbor, city beaches, museums and more. Extended hours to accommodate parent work schedules are also offered. Each participant will receive a camp T-shirt and backpack. Ages: Teens going into sixth to ninth grades; 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. or 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Session 2 is July 2 to July 20; Session 3 is July 23 to Aug. 10. Call (630) 629-0886 for rates.

Youth Game Night: Grab friends and get together at the York Center Park District, meet up in the museum and play video games such as Xbox, Play Station and Wii, also board games such as Monopoly, Clue, Apples to Apples and Sorry. Parents must sign a waiver registration form. Ages 6 to 10, Fridays, July 6 and Aug. 3, 6-7 p.m.; $5/resident, $7/nonresident. Register one week in advance.

NEDSRA: Serving DuPage and Cook Counties, opens registration for its new fall schedule with various programming for children and adults with disabilities. The programs are held at NEDSRA, 1770 W. Centennial Place in Addison, or in surrounding communities.

NEDSRA: Continuing its two Kids Klubs for youth with a mental disability or autism. Day Trippers, a program for adults with mental disabilities, meets on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Discounted rates are available for those who register for more than one day.

Summer Camps

Hinsdale Center for the Arts: Taking registration for all summer camps and classes that run up to Aug. 11. To register, call (630) 887-0203 or visit www.hinsdalearts.org.

Youngsters on the Autism Spectrum: Hinsdale Center for the Arts is creating opportunities to facilitate self-expression for autistic young people with Summer Arts Adventures. Designed and offered for different age groups, these multi-art camps are based on different themes: Take Me Out to the Ball Game will incorporate songs from musicals; it will run July 2, 3 and 5 with sessions for ages 8 to 12. Rockin’ in the Park will run July 9-12 with sessions for ages 12 and up. Contact Maureen Johannigman at Hinsdale Center for the Arts, (630) 887-0203.

Western Springs Summer Camp: Session 2 is from July 2-20. Just for Tots Camp is for children ages 3 and 4. Two-day camp is 1-3 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays or 9-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at various locations. Cost is $58 for residents and $78 for non-residents. Three-day camps are 9-11 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Laidlaw. Cost is $78 for residents and $98 for non-residents. Scampers Camp is for children entering second through fourth grade. Five-day camp is 9-11 a.m. Mondays through Fridays at Field Park. Cost is $95 for residents/$115 for non-residents. Tower Camp is for children ages 5 and 6. Five-day camp is 9-11 a.m. or 1-3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays at various locations. Cost is $95 for residents/$115 for non-residents. Three-day camp is 9 a.m. to noon Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Western Springs Recreation Center. Cost is $85 for residents/ $105 for non-residents. Call (708) 246-9070, Ext. 426 for availability.

Western Springs Boys Lacrosse Camp: Coaches will instruct boys in stick handling, passing, shooting and defense; emphasis in scrimmages will be on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Session 2 is July 10 through 26, Tuesdays and Thursdays, at Spring Rock Park, 4400 Central Ave., Western Springs. First- through fourth-graders play from 2:30-4; fifth- through eighth-graders, from 4:15-5:45 p.m. Fee is $90.

Chicago White Sox Baseball Summer Camps: Returns to the Clarendon Hills Park District offering three camp programs from July 9 to 13. All camps meet from 8:30-11:30 a.m. throughout the week, with players grouped by age. Each participant will receive an exclusive U.S. Cellular Field experience, with an opportunity for the camper and one guest to enjoy a parade on the field, as well as a question- and answer-session with a baseball personality, coach and current White Sox player. Six White Sox ticket vouchers, an academy hat, T-shirt and evaluation report are also included in the camp fee. The following camps have openings: Little Sluggers, ages 5-6, Prospect Park - Oxford Field; $179, residents, $224, nonresidents. Intermediate Camp, ages: 7-8, Prospect Park - Eccles Field; $199, residents, $249, nonresidents. Advanced Camp, ages 9-11, Prospect Park - Field #2, $199, residents, $249, nonresidents.

The Clarendon Hills Park District: Camp Discovery is a way for boys and girls ages 3-4 to discover the wonders of summer this year. The preschool program meets from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the Community Center. A theme will be explored each day; and boys and girls will create crafts, and learn songs and games. Families have a choice of selecting six weeks of “Camp Discovery” programs or enrolling for a three-week session. Session II begins July 9 and runs through July 25. Cost is $210, resident fee and $263 nonresident fee.

Park District of La Grange: Summer camp registration for residents and nonresidents is under way. Registration can be completed in person at the Recreation Center, 536 East Ave., or online at www.pdlg.org. Neither procedure has priority over the other. Summer camp programs are offered in one-week sessions to provide flexibility for families’ summer schedules. Camps are divided into full- and half-day options with age-appropriate sections. Camp Tiny Tots is a half-day morning camp with two sections, one for children ages 2 ½ or 3 and one for 3½- to 5-year-olds. Camp-A-Palooza is a half-day morning camp for youth ages 5-12. Full-day camps are Camp Mighty Munchkins for kids ages 4-6 and Camp Quest for ages 7-12. Full-day camps offer before and after care with drop-off as early as 7:30 a.m. and pickup as late as 5 p.m. All Park District of La Grange summer camp staff are trained in CPR/AED and first aid. The camper to staff ratio is 6:1 for all camps. Each week has a theme with age-appropriate songs, crafts, games, sports and other activities.

Extreme Teens On the Go: Teens are guaranteed to go on trips all around Chicago this summer, to places like Great America, Hurricane Harbor, city beaches, museums, and more. Also offered are extended hours to accommodate parent work schedules. Each participant will receive a camp T-shirt and backpack. For teens going into sixth to ninth grades; 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. or 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Session 2 – July 2 to 20; Session 3 – July 23 to Aug. 10. Contact the York Center Park District, 1609 S. Luther Ave., Lombard; (630) 629-0886, www.yorkcenterparks.org/.

Religion

Beautiful Africa: Watoto, a holistic care program initiated to serve the dire needs of Africa and her people, presents a choir tour titled “Beautiful Africa: A New Generation” with original African music, dance routines and life-transforming stories, The production will be presented at the Christian Church of Clarendon Hills, 5750 Holmes Ave., at 6 p.m. July 1. Admission is free. Through the choir’s Concert of Hope, a message of transformation will tell the story of Africa’s rescued orphans and women.

Summer Services: La Grange Bible Church, 850 S. 7th Ave., will begin its Summer Worship service at 9:30 a.m. July 1. The services will continue through Sept. 2 with a nursery and children’s church available. Call (708) 354-2485 or see www.lagrangebible.org.

First Baptist Church of La Grange: 20 Ashland Ave., La Grange, holds morning prayer Tuesdays 6:30 a.m.. Bell Avenue doors will be open and morning prayers are held in the chapel. Prayers are for the church, the community, the country and the world. Joys and concerns shared.

Renovate and Rejuvenate: Women’s Bible Study is offered at Christ Church of Oak Brook, 31st and York Road, at 7 p.m. Tuesdays in Fellowship Halls, presented by Priscilla Shirer. Pre-registration is required. Pick up a copy of the booklet for $13 plus tax at Christ Church Bookstore. Contact Pat Miller, pkmiller85@aol.com, or call (630) 654-1882.

Contact: Group of multi-generational adults in passionate pursuit of Jesus Christ held at Christ Church of Oak Brook at 10 a.m. Sundays in Fellowship Hall 2. It is a safe place to connect with other believers who are learning and applying biblical truths to life. Contact is a great place to make new friends and explore what living a life of faith is all about. Coach is Tim Couture, couturet@jbltd.com.

Tracing the Footsteps of Jesus: New 28–episode video series filmed entirely on location in Israel and the West Bank, is being shown in the Hinsdale Seventh-day Adventist Church Fellowship Hall at 7 p.m. every Wednesday. To learn more and watch a Tony Moore video clip, go to www.biblicalworld.org.

Bible Class: For teen and adults with disabilities, Friendship Bible Class, is 10 a.m. Sundays at Christ Church of Oak Brook, 501 Oak Brook Road, Oak Brook in Room 251. Coach is Sallie Barre, (630) 834-0862, sallietodd@sbcglobal.net.

Christ Church of Oak Brook: 501 Oak Brook Road, Oak Brook, preschool registration is open. The Christ Church of Oak Brook Preschool offers opportunities for 2- to 5-year-olds to develop a solid foundation for learning through its play-based program taught in a Christian context. Class sizes limited; call for availability. Contact Cathy Fiala (630) 321-6753, cfiala@cc-ob.org, or Colleen Yates (630) 321-6758, cyates@cc-ob.org.

Seniors

Events at Plymouth Place Senior Living: 315 N. La Grange Road, LaGrange Park, are free and open to the public, but reservations are requested. Call (708) 482-6511 or email crichardson@plymouth.provinet.com.

June 28: Plymouth Place Players, 3 p.m. – Enjoy humorous skits and original plays, most are written by resident Dick Best.

Hymnology: The Study of Hymns, second-floor Multi-Purpose Room, 10 a.m. Saturdays, through June 30. Learn the hymns, what they say and who wrote the words and music, taught by Donald Hustad.

Cantigny Park: 1s151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, announced a new social club for seniors meeting on the first and third Monday of the month. Membership in the Golden Oak Club is open to all people ages 65 and up. Golden Oak meetings will take place in the Cantigny Education Center from 10-11:30 a.m. The second club meeting of the month will be devoted to activities, games and socializing. Cost is $25 per year and includes parking and light refreshments for each meeting. The club will gather through October. Cantigny also plans a Fitness Walking program on Saturdays; walks are open to all ages. For seniors with limited mobility, complimentary shuttle service will be available from the parking area to the Education Center before and after each meeting. To join, call (630) 260.8162 or visit Cantigny.org.

Oak Brook Park District: Pioneer Program is an active social group for anyone 55 and over who seeks new and exciting trips and entertainment. The Pioneer Program also provides regular social events and luncheons. Call the Oak Brook Park District administration desk at (630) 645-9590 or visit www.obparks.org. Registration is accepted at the Family Recreation Center, 1450 Forest Gate Road, Oak Brook, or online.

Join the Pioneers: Afternoon of fun and friendly bingo competitions from 1-3 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the Oak Brook Park District Family Recreation Center, 1450 Forest Gate Road in Oak Brook. Prizes, coffee and cookies will be provided. Free.

The Pioneers: Enjoy a fun afternoon movie from 1-3 p.m. each fourth Tuesday of the month at the Oak Brook Park District Family Recreation Center, 1450 Forest Gate Road. Complimentary popcorn will be provided. Free.

La Grange and LaGrange Park: Business associations and Aging Care Connections, La Grange, have announced merchants will launch a Senior Discount Day program, offering reduced prices and offers to individuals 60 years of age and older. A card describing the program will be displayed near the cashier at each participating vendor. Merchants interested in participating in the Senior Discount Program should contact Linda Hussey at Aging Care via e-mail at lhussey@agingcareconnections.org or (708) 354-1323, Ext. 242.

Exercise: For older adults with dementia held from 10-10:45 a.m. Fridays at Aging Care Connections, 111 W. Harris Ave., La Grange. Cost is $56 for a six-week session. Call (708) 354-1323, Ext. 10.

Aging Care Connections: 111 W. Harris Ave., La Grange, offers Sensible Fitness classes for older adults from 9:30-10:20 a.m. Fridays in seven-week sessions. (This class is also good for those with dementia or Alzheimer’s.) Cost is $56 per couple or $10 per class. Call (708) 354-1323, Ext. 228, to register.

Fellowship of Seniors: Meets at 3 p.m. on the third Monday of the month at Christ Lutheran Church of Clarendon Hills, 60 55th St. This group visits the Arboretum, has ice cream socials, and invites experts to present information on topics of interest to seniors. Call (630) 325-2220, or log onto www.YourChrist.org.

ACT II: Creative writing program has a communal structure with rotation of leadership for writing assignments based on fact, fiction or fractured fairy tales. Classes meet on the first and third Mondays from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Admitting/Cashier’s Conference Room of Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital. Spring classes continue June 18. Meet other ACT II members who are writing poems, telling their stories, or making them up for the first time. Tell your story in your own words. New members are always welcome. Admission is free. Reservations requested by calling (630) 856-7525.

AMC (ACT II Movie Classics): Meets at 6 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month. Call (630) 856-7525 to register.

ACT II Book Look: Group meets at 10 a.m. on the third Thursday of each month in the Cashier’s Conference Room of Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital. June 21: Any book by Agatha Christie or her alias, Mary Westmacott. Reservations are requested by calling (630) 856-7525.

ConfiCare Act II: Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital, 5101 S. Willow Springs Road, La Grange, offers the following senior programs for adults 50 and older. Call (708) 245-8170; to make a reservation, call (630) 856-7525:

Fitness Fun: Strength-Cardio (Aerobics)-Stretch Combo for ACT II members meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. in the Dixon Education Center classroom of Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital, 5101 S. Willow Springs Road, La Grange. A Saturday class meets at 8:30 a.m. Strength Training aims to shape and define while increasing muscle mass and bone density. Low-impact aerobics strengthens the heart and lungs while burning fat for weight loss.

ACT II Snapshots: Meets the third Tuesday of the month at 3 p.m. in the La Grange Memorial Hospital Dixon Classroom for one hour. Reservations are requested by calling (630) 856-7525. There is no charge.

ACT II: Escorted day trips are planned throughout the year and extended air and motorcoach trips are also available with membership discounts through ACT II.

AARP Hinsdale Chapter: Meets 10 a.m. the second Friday of each month in the Hinsdale Community House, 8th and Madison, Hinsdale. Call Bernie Hiles, (708) 409-0903, or Dorothy Martinsen, (630) 325-0840.

Active Adult Programs: The Community House, 415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale include Prime Time, Pilates, Yoga, Aerobics, Fit Express and seated exercise classes for older adults and individuals with physical challenges. Call Kate Vogts for times and pricing. (630) 323-7500, Ext. 225.

Seated Exercise Classes: Offered 1-2 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at The Community House, 415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale. Purchase 10-class punch card for $50 for members; $62 for guests. Call Kate Vogts (630) 323-7500, Ext. 225.

ROMEOs: Retired Older Men Eating Out meets at 8 a.m. first Monday of the month at Blueberry Hill. This group from Christ Lutheran Church of Clarendon Hills was formed to give retired men a chance to get away for a couple of hours, have breakfast with men of faith and socialize. All men welcome. Call (630) 325-2220, or visit www.YourChrist.org.

Senior Day Trips: Coordinated by the Clarendon Hills Park District’s Rainbow Club; call Kathy Forzley, (630) 323-2626 or visit www.clarendonhillsparkdistrict.org:

East Troy Electric Railroad: The Rainbow Club travelers will journey to southeast Wisconsin, where they will visit the depot museum before enjoying a two-hour historic and picturesque train ride through the hills of southeast Wisconsin on July 19. Lunch will be served onboard. Following the train ride, there will be time for shopping at quaint gift shops, followed by a visit to the Elegant Farmer, which includes a renowned deli, bakery and fresh farm products. A luxury motorcoach will depart from the Community Center at 8:15 a.m. and return to the western suburbs by 4:30 p.m. There is a $75 fee. Register the Clarendon Hills Park District Community Center, 315 Chicago Ave.; call (630) 323-2626.

Western Springs Seniors Club: Meets at 1 p.m. the second Monday of each month at Western Springs Recreation Center, 1500 Walker St. Western Springs Seniors Club membership eligibility is age 55. Residency not required; annual dues are $10. Dues should be paid to Gail Stern, treasurer.(708) 246-9070:

Western Springs Senior Center: Offers “A Movie Afternoon” from 1-3 p.m., usually on the fourth Thursday of the month: June 28, July 26, Aug. 23, Sept. 27, Oct. 25, Nov. 15, Dec. 14. Popcorn and beverages are provided. The program meets in the Western Springs Senior Center (Grand Avenue Community Center), 4211 Grand Ave. Call (708) 246-3299.

Senior Men’s Bridge Club: Meets at noon every Thursday at Lyonsville Congregational Church, located at Wolf and Joliet roads. Men of any skill or experience level welcome. The club has three eight-week tournaments a year with open play the rest of year. Call Vern Kramer at (708) 246-8888 or Bob Terp (708) 784-0921.

Forever Young: Senior program offers bingo and sandwiches from 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of month for $6 and $1 per bingo card. Movies and lunch will be from 11:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. the second Wednesday of month for $6. Games and birthday celebrations are held from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. the third Wednesday of month for $2. Catered lunch, featuring a speaker or entertainment, is from 11:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of the month for $6. Activities take place at Pleasant Dale Park District, 7425 S. Wolf Road, Burr Ridge. Call Chris Yesutis at (630) 662-6220.

Volunteers

Volunteer Tutors Needed: Join the Congregation of St. Joseph in their Adult Literacy/ESL Program, Tutors on Wheels. The program needs volunteers to teach in Naperville, Glendale Heights, Addison, and Bloomingdale. Teaching takes place in churches, businesses and social service agencies. Volunteers are needed to teach one hour a week, on a one-on-one basis in a nearby location. Tutoring sessions are scheduled weekday mornings and some late afternoons (and/or evenings). One training day will be provided from 9 a.m.-noon July 7. No prior second language skills are needed. Call (630) 217-0396.

Elmhurst Historical Museum: To support these efforts, the museum is in need of volunteers of high school age or older in the following areas: Children’s craft programs, visitor services, special events, office/clerical, and exhibit installation. Depending on the task, volunteer opportunities are available every day of the week from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and the commitment level may be as minimal as only four hours per month. Days and hours are flexible with training and orientation provided. A volunteer application is available to download from www.elmhursthistory.org (on the Volunteers page) or a printed copy can be mailed or picked at the Museum, 120 E. Park Ave. Call Nancy Himmes, (630) 833-1457.

Hinsdale History Museum: 15 S. Clay St., is seeking volunteer tour guides to lead group tours of the Hinsdale History Museum to schoolchildren. Training and materials will be provided and no prior experience is necessary. Contact Anne Swenson at (630) 789-2600 or historymuseum@hinsdalehistory.org.

Graue Mill and Museum: Oak Brook, 3800 York Road, is looking for people to become a part of its organization. Volunteers are needed to accommodate the school groups who attend each year as well as other visitors. Volunteers will be taught to use a drop spindle and spinning wheel and do weaving skills.  They also will be provided with information about local history and how to interpret it to others. A volunteer commitment of one or two three-hour sessions per month is sought. Call the mill office at (630) 920-9720, Ext. 22, or email info@grauemill.org. 

HCS Family Services: Hinsdale based is looking for volunteers to be a Parent Mentor to a family facing difficulties raising their children. The program is a one-year commitment; volunteers will be matched with a family and meet with them twice a month and attend various parenting classes together. Call Trayce Biancalana at (630) 323-2500.

DuPage Convalescent Center: Wheaton, seeks teenagers interested in gaining work experience through the VolunTeen program. Energetic teens, ages 14 and 17, encouraged to join program to help with recreation programs or outings, provide in-house transport services, share musical talents, provide companionship to residents and more. Volunteers get an opportunity to learn more about the health care field, develop skills and make friends. Visit dupageco.org/convo to submit an online application or call (630) 784-4260 to set up an interview. Contact Shauna Berman at dpccvolunteer@dupageco.org.

King-Bruwaert House: 6101 S. County Line Road, Burr Ridge, seeks adult volunteers to assist and transport residents with wheelchairs or walkers as they attend a weekly, on-site inter-faith church service 9:30-11 a.m. Sundays. Call Activities and Volunteer Services Director Mary Meegan at (630) 230-9522. All volunteers asked to undergo a brief training session and background check.

Hinsdale Humane Society: Needs volunteers to join its foster care program. The society foster care program matches community volunteers with homeless pets in need of additional care and attention. Foster care volunteers provide temporary in-home care for kittens, puppies, dogs and cats until they are ready for adoption. Hinsdale Humane Society provides all necessary food, equipment, training and support. Volunteers are required to complete Hinsdale Humane Society’s orientation and training process. Call (630) 323-5630 or visit www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org.

Community Nurse Health Association: Needs volunteers to help with sorting, pricing and cashiering at The Carousel Shop, 23 W. Calendar Ave., La Grange; pricing and arranging at The Corner Shoppe, 27 Calendar Ave.; planning special events with the Women’s Auxiliary; serving on the board of directors; and offering medical expertise in clinics. Call Harriet VerGowe at (708) 352-0081 or e-mail hvergowe@communitynurse.org.

Western Springs Historical Society: Seeks volunteers to work in its archives Tuesday mornings at the Grand Avenue Community Center. Training provided. Volunteers also needed to give tours to children and serve as docents at the Water Tower Museum. Call (708) 246-9230.

Hospice volunteers: Needed for the Generations Hospice Team in Westchester. Volunteers give support to the hospice patient and family in the home or in a skilled nursing facility. Volunteers also support the care team in the office. Call Jim White, (708) 409-3040, or see www.generationshospice.com.

Show / Hide Comments