River Trail Nature Center in Northbrook will be celebrating its 50th Anniversary and Grand Re-Opening on Wednesday, September 10 from 11 A.M. until 1 P.M. Some of the center’s new features include a 3,500 square-foot "River Room," new and renovated interpretive nature displays, a new bird watching area, insect room, a new turtle pond and children’s play area.
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— The Glenview Area Historical Society’s Annual Ice Cream Social will be held from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, July 12 on the lawn of the museum at 1121 Waukegan Road. Music will be provided by Glenview Concert Band’s Dixieland Ensemble and Cuddles the Clown will entertain the kids with face painting. Author Beverly Dawson will be on hand to sign copies her books on village history. The public is invited.
— The Glenview Library Book Sale is set for Saturday, July12 and Sunday, July 13. Shoppers can pick up bargain copies of fiction and non-fiction books, almost-new mysteries, cookbooks, art books, and peruse a huge selection of children’s book. All will be priced under $4. DVDs, CDs, videos, and audio-books will also be available at 1970 Glenview Road.
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— The library hosts a workshop in computer search techniques at 7 p.m. Monday, July 7 in the Maynard Room. To register for the program, When Google Doesn’t Do It, call 847-729-7500, extension 112.
— If you’d like to draw your family tree, call that same number and reserve a spot in the Ancestry and Heritage Quest workshop at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 9.
— Or just sit back and enjoy the music at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 24 when pianist Eugene Kowk will perform and take requests.
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— State Representative Beth Coulson hosts a town hall meeting on Alzheimer’s Disease from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 26 at the North Shore Senior Center, 161 Northfield Road in Northfield. Illinois is currently reviewing all state programs and services it provides for people with Alzheimer’s, so Coulson will be taking notes. For more information call 847-724-3233.
— Friends of the Glenview Library’s used book sale is set for 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, July 12 and 1-5 p.m. Sunday, July 13.
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— The Eighth Annual Lew Blond Memorial 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Run will be held at 8 a.m. Saturday, May 31 at Maple School, 2370 Shermer Road, Northbrook. Registrants receive a t-shirt and are automatically entered in a raffle. Prize winners for the raffle are announced after the race. Last year, over 650 people from as far as Texas took part. This is a Chicago Area Runners Association sponsored event. Funds raised will support scholarships at Glenbrook North and South High Schools, assist in ALS research, and support special District 30 projects. For more information, call 847-400-8900. Online registration is at http://www.signmeup.com/59076.
— Glenview State Bank will once again provide an opportunity for individuals to securely dispose of paper documents, cancelled checks, files and other papers from 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, June 14 at the bank’s Northbrook branch, 1707Shermer Road, Northbrook. Drive-thru service will be provided with an industrial shredding truck on site. You can bring up to 25 lbs. of paper documents in paper bags. No plastic please!
— Glenview’s public library hosts Decades of Dresses, a 20th century fashion show featuring more than 20 vintage dresses from the collections of Ruth Thomas and Chloe Berg at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 27 in the Maynard Room. Call the library to register.
— The library will close at 5 p.m. Saturday, May 31, but the Maynard Room will remain open to showcase new Nintendo Wii and Xbox360 systems plus new gear like Guitar Hero and Rock Bank for the Xbox and Wii Play and Wii Sports. Teens can bring their own games to play against others on three screens. Pizza, pop and snacks will be served.
— Get your garden game plan going with landscape and garden consultant Michelle Titterton. She’ll speak at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 3 in the Maynard Room.
— Explore the Google universe at 7 p.m. Monday, June 2 in the Maynard Room. Call 847-729-7500, extension 112 to register.
— Join Air Station Imagination: Flight-to-Fun Kids Club at 10:30 a.m. June 7 for stories and more at the Book Market in Hangar One of The Glen Town Center. Stop by the Youth Services desk to sign your child up.
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— Nature photographer Carol Freeman invites Glenview residents to celebrate spring – and her birthday – with a special showing of her work from 2 – 5 p.m. Friday, May 2 at her Heatherfield studio – 1840 Aberdeen Drive. Cake and tea will be served.
— Kohl Children’s Museum invites Glenview residents to visit at no charge from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, May 7. For more information, call 847-832-6600.
— Registration for Glenview Park Golf Club’s Youth Golf Competition and the Youth Golf Championship is underway. The program is open to kids 11-18. Participants play 18 holes on Mondays, June 16-July 28. The Youth Golf Championship for youth, 8-22 years of age, will be held June 24 and 25 at the Glenview Park Golf Club, 800 Shermer Road. Call 847-724-0250 for details.
— Interested in playing a friendly game of soccer without the pressures of joining a league? Join Recreational Co-Rec Adult Soccer, Sunday mornings from 9-11 a.m. at the Community Park West south soccer fields, 1001 Zenith Drive. The daily walk-in fee is $7 for park district residents and $10 for nonresidents. Call Chris Pietrini at 224-521-2546 for information.
— Co-Rec Sand Volleyball League for men and women ages 18 and up is open for registration. Games are played on Wednesday nights starting June 4 at Flick Park. The season consists of 7 games plus a tournament. The registration deadline is Saturday, May 10. For more information on adult sports leagues call Chris Pietrini at 224-521-2546.
— The Glenview Park District presents its Spring Dance Recital on Sunday, May 11 at Glenbrook South High School, 4000 W. Lake Avenue. The program features ballet, jazz, modern dance and tap students. Tickets are available at Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Avenue. For further information, call 847-724-5670.
— College 16-inch Softball League for men ages 18 and older is open for registration. Games are played at Community West Park, 1001 Zenith Drive. Register at Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Avenue. The registration deadline is Saturday, May 17. For more information on adult sports leagues call Chris Pietrini at 224-521-2546.
— Children’s outdoor tennis lessons for grades 3-12, will be held after school on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Cole Park, 1031 Kenilworth Lane. Instruction is offered for beginners and advanced beginners starting May 13 through June 5. Sign up for one day a week or all three days. Call 847-724-1570 for details.
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— Interested in learning more about retirement communities, assisted living, continuing care centers or nursing homes? Glenview Community Church, 1000 Elm St., hosts a free senior housing fair 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sunday, April 6 in the Mayflower Room. For details, call 847-724-1700, hit zero and ask for Kim Hand.
— Glenview State Bank offers a free seminar on protecting yourself from identity theft at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 9 in the community room of the police station, 2500 E. Lake Avenue. To reserve a spot call 847-729-1900 or e-mail seminar@gsb.com .
— The bank will also host a free shredding day from 9 a.m. until noon April 12 at 800 Waukegan Road. There’s a limit of 25 pounds of paper per household. Brint items in paper bags or containers that can be emptied and returned to you. There’s no need to remove staples or separate pads of checks, and you don’t need an appointment. For more information, e-mail info@gsb.com
— Glenview Women of Today will hold their monthly meeting from 7:30-9:00 p.m. April 9 at the police station. The organization offers a chance to serve the community and make new friends. For details, go to www.glenviewwomenoftoday.org
— A new spa and boutique at The Glen, the Silken Tent, offers a free seminar of potential interest to women. At 6:30 p.m. April 2 Dr. Amy Brodsky and yoga instructor Mac McHugh will speak on healthy skin care and exercise. To reserve a spot, call 847-510-1240. Located at 2300 Chestnut, just east of Park Center, Silken tent is also offering free yoga classes this month. For details, visit http://www.thesilkentent.com/stage/common/contact.asp
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— The plan commission has pushed back its discussion of changes to Glenview’s storm water management ordinance. The topic is now on the panel’s March 11 agenda. The meeting will be cablecast, or you can show up at 7 p.m. to hear the meeting in person at Village Hall and to offer your own ideas.
— The Rotary Club of Glenview-Sunrise will host a wine tasting fundraiser at 6:30 p.m. April 12 at the Old Willow Wine Shoppe, 1500 Paddock Drive in Glenview. The event will feature fine wines, appetizers, a silent and live auction. Tickets are limited. The price is $50 per person. For more information, call 847-715-9194.
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— If you missed your chance to appeal a property tax bill with the Cook County Assessor, you have until March 20 to approach the Cook County Board of Review to request a break. For details, go to www.cookcountyboardofreview.com or call 312-603-3644.
— On Tuesday, February 26 the plan commission will review proposed changes to storm water management rules governing construction of new homes and additions. If you plan to build or expand a single-family home or if you’ve had flooding that could be linked to neighbors, consider sharing your experience at 7 p.m. in Village Hall. The meeting will be available on cable.
— Village staff will unveil plans for improving the intersection of West Lake Avenue and Greenwood Road at 7 p.m. Tuesday, February 26 at the police station’s community room.
— At 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 27 the plan and appearance commissions will hold a joint workshop on the approval process for temporary banners. The public is invited to that meeting at Village Hall.
— Enjoy Magic for an Enchanted Evening with magician Sean Masterson at 7 p.m. Friday, February 29 in the Maynard Room of Glenview’s public library. Pick up tickets by showing your library card at the Youth Services desk.
— The Book Market at The Glen Town Center and the library offer Air Station Imagination: Flight-to-Fun Kids Club at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 1. Award-winning storyteller Mike Lockett will offer tales accompanied by zany sound effects. Stop at the Youth Services Desk of the library to get a membership card for kids six and up.
— Beyond Basics, a 3-session computer workshop begins at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 4 in the training room of the library. Review Internet basics and then learn advanced search techniques. Second and third sessions offered on Tuesdays, March 11 and 18. You must register for all three sessions and have Internet experience.
— An Online Accounts Computer Workshop is set for 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 5. Learn to set up and manage eBay and PayPal accounts for buying and selling safely online. Bring checking account and credit card information. Attendees must have Internet expertise.
— A Getting Started With Microsoft Word workshop will be offered at 2 p.m. Friday, March 7 in the library’s training room. Learn the basics of word processing. Attendees should have basic knowledge of computers and experience using a mouse. Call the Readers Services Desk at 847-729-7500, extension 112, or stop by the library to register for any of these computer-related programs.
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— “Waiting to Inhale” is an award-winning documentary that explores the issues surrounding medical marijuana. With a bill now pending in the Illinois legislature, supporters invite the public to a couple of free showings at 7 p.m. Wednesday, February 20 at Fisk Hall, 1845 Sheridan Road, Evanston and at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the auditorium of the Lurie Medical Research Center, 303 E. Superior St. in Chicago. A panel discussion will follow, and organizers are especially anxious to hear from patients, medical professionals, attorneys and police officers. Send an e-mail in advance to Nathan@mpp.org .
— The Illinois Tollway will hold a Public Information Open House on its plans to rebuild and widen I-94/I-294 from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, February 21 at the Project Field Office, 1121 Lake Cook Road, Suite O, in Deerfield. Call 630-241-6800, extension 3805 or email cgannon@getipass.com for more information.
— Glenview’s library board meets at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, February 21.
— Interested in the workings of Glenview’s police department? Like to do your part to make the community safer? Sign up for the Citizens Academy, a program that meets weekly at the police station and allows residents to learn about officer training, the workings of the crime lab, traffic issues, the public safety dispatch system and much more. Call Officer Stacy Carver at (847) 901-6125.
— The Senior Center is a resource for all older adults. In addition to a wide range of recreational activities, it offers the services of a Senior Health Insurance Program volunteer to assist with health insurance planning, tax and financial advice. The center also provides defensive driving programs, blood pressure testing and the services of a podiatrist, a speaker program, wood carving/crafts and tai chi instruction. For details, go to http://www.glenviewparkdist.org/fa-senior-center.htm .
— Learn the basics of Microsoft Word 2003 at 6 p.m. Thursday, February 21 in the training room of Glenview’s public library. The workshop will focus on opening, formatting, saving and printing a page, and copying/pasting text. Attendees should have basic knowledge of computers and experience using a mouse. Call the Readers Services Desk at 847-729-7500, extension 112, or stop by to register.
— Master the Glenview Public Library catalog in a workshop set for 10 a.m.
Tuesday, February 19 in the training room. Find books from 23 libraries, photo jackets, reviews, NYT Best Seller lists, first chapters and more at the library or from home! You must have computer mouse experience. Call the Readers Services Desk at 847-729-7500, extension 112, or stop by to register.
— In this Presidential month, hear actor Phil Lauricella portray Thomas Jefferson at 7 p.m. Tuesday, February 19. Find out what sort of man he was, how he saw the world, what his accomplishments were, and how we view him today. Stop by the Readers Services Desk, or call 847-729-7500, extension 112, to register for the Maynard Room program.
— The Glenview Women of Today will hold their regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m. March 12 at Zingarella, 2300 Lehigh in Glenview. Dinner is available for $30. Anyone interested in joining a service group committed to the community is welcome, and groups in need of help from GWT are invited to apply by March 31. For more information, or to join, see www.glenviewwomenoftoday.org
— New residents are invited to an open house from 9:30-11 a.m. Saturday, February 23 in the lobby of Park Center. Learn about village services, park district programs and facilities, the library, schools, local businesses and community organizations. Bring the family for door prizes, refreshments, crafts, Officer Friendly and some firemen. If you’d like a free cholesterol screening, fast overnight and skip breakfast, and if you want to register to vote, bring two pieces of ID with your current address. Glenview nonprofits, community groups and religious organizations are invited to send up to 100 brochures to the Village Hall, 1225 Waukegan Road, for the community table. Deadline is Friday, February 15. Materials will not be returned although they can be retrieved from the village after the event. For more information, call 847-904-4371.
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— The primary election will be held Tuesday, February 5. To find out where you should go to vote, visit www.voterinfonet.com and enter your home address.
— The next meeting of representatives from the village, District 34 and park district is set for 7 p.m. Thursday, February 7 in the Police Station, 2500 East Lake Avenue. The group is still trying to decide whether it makes sense to build a single administration building that could be shared.
— Bring unwanted medications, syringes, needles and lancets to the former police station next to Village Hall (1225 Waukegan Road) on the first Friday of the month between 9 a.m. and noon for proper disposal. All drugs must be in their original containers with the labels attached. Sharps must be in proper containers. For more information, call 847-904-4340.
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