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Submissions for Community Calendar are required 14 days preceding the date of publication. Send to: Niles Managing Editor, Pioneer Press, 3701 W. Lake Ave., Glenview IL 60026. Information may be faxed to (847) 486-7495 or e-mailed to mbottari@pioneerlocal.com.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays (every week) - Employment counseling, by appointment.
Saturday, Nov. 21 -- Blood pressure and blood sugar testing, 10 a.m.-noon (no appointment needed)
Nov. 21 and 22 -- Annual Holiday Boutique, St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 260 N. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge; 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday.
Note: The Center will be closed Nov. 26 and 27 for Thanksgiving.
Center counselors also are available to help eligible residents apply for Illinois Circuit Breaker property-tax relief grants and license-plate discounts, Illinois Cares Rx (prescription-drug assistance), the senior-citizen real-estate tax exemption and deferral, the senior-citizen tax-assessment freeze, and the longtime-occupant-homeowner property-tax exemption.
Support groups for Alzheimer's caregivers, those suffering from grief and loss, and seniors seeking to improve their nutrition are available at the Center of Concern in Park Ridge. The center also offers affordable personal counseling to adults of all ages. Call center social worker Myrna Fogarty, (847) 823-0453. The center is at 1580 N. Northwest Highway, Suite 310, Park Ridge. The center also offers housing counseling for seniors and others seeking affordable housing, programs designed to prevent homelessness, in-home health care referrals, friendly visitors for the homebound and volunteer opportunities in the office and in the field.
Center tax counselors are available to help eligible residents apply for Illinois Circuit Breaker property tax relief grants and license plate discounts, Illinois Cares Rx (prescription drug assistance), the senior citizen real estate tax deferral, and the senior citizen tax assessment freeze.
Employment counseling and preparation of simple wills and durable powers of attorney for health care and property also are available by appointment. All services are offered at the Center of Concern offices at 1580 N. Northwest Highway, Suite 310, in Park Ridge. For services that require an appointment, call (847) 823-0453 weekdays, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Maine Township Food Pantry is in desperate need of nonperishable items, including: canned vegetables, canned fruit, jelly, peanut butter, hamburger/chicken helper, cookies, crackers, spaghetti, rice and snack bars. Items may be dropped off between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at the Niles Chamber of Commerce office, 8060 W. Oakton St., inside the NorthSide Community Bank building.
The Niles Chamber
Des Plaines Camera Club will meet at 7 p.m. Nov. 23 at Prairie Lakes Community Center, 515 Thacker St., Des Plaines. The meeting will feature a photo club competition: color and black and white, large and small prints and DPI images. November photo of the month is "Rose" by Gerald Ritchie. Call Cindy Uhlig, (847) 682-4859.
Ketura Hadassah will meet at 12:30 p.m. Nov. 24 at 6666 Lincoln Ave., Lincolnwood. Ron Miller will speak on Dialogue in Troubled Times. Cost is $3, non members. Call (847) 945-1918.
The Niles Historical Society will present Karl Gates who will appraise the "wonders of your home" at 2 p.m. Nov. 22. There is a small fee ($3) for each article to be appraised; guns, stamps and coins cannot be accepted. Since the Niles Historical Museum is still under renovation, the meeting takes place at the Niles Park District Oasis Fun Center, 7877 Milwaukee Ave. Admission is free but donations are gladly accepted; plenty of free parking, and following a brief business meeting and the program, there will be refreshments. Space must be reserved in advance by calling (847) 390-0160.
The Henrietta Szold Group of Hadassah North Shore Chapter will celebrate Chanukah Dec. 8 at a member's home in Long Grove at 7:30 p.m. A fun evening is planned with traditional treats and a $10 grab bag game. Mitzvah donations of toiletries for a Women's Shelter will be collected. Call (847) 205-1900 or e-mail: northshore@hadassah.org.
The Henrietta Szold Group of Hadassah North Shore Chapter will celebrate Chanukah Dec. 8 at a member's home in Long Grove at 7:30 p.m. A fun evening is planned with traditional treats and a $10 grab bag game. Mitzvah donations of toiletries for a Women's Shelter will be collected. Call (847) 205-1900 or e-mail: northshore@hadassah.org.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7712 meet at 7 p.m. every second Wednesday of the month at the Post at 7680 Caldwell Ave. (next to Tam Tennis in Niles on Howard Street). The Post is open also on Fridays from 7 p.m. until closing. All veterans from Vietnam, Gulf War, Afghanistan Korea and World War II are welcome. Call Bernard Beverley, (847) 966-5479, e-mail jamesbond54762@yahoo.com or call (847) 470-9890.
The Korean War Veterans Association, Greater Chicago Chapter No. 25, meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Montclare-Leyden VFW Post, 6940 W. Diversey Ave. Call Joe Henmueller, (773) 774-9671.
I Chiacchieroni Italian-language dinner group meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month at Salerno's, 1716 E. Kensington Road, Mount Prospect. This is a casual evening of conversation in Italian. The next meeting will be Dec. 10. Call Gabriella, (847) 541-8524, or e-mail: ichiacchieroni@yahoo.com.
LeTip International, a business networking organization, recently opened a new local chapter. Area professionals seeking new leads, networking opportunities and valuable business tips are invited to join the group, which meets every Thursday at 7:01 a.m. at Omega, 9100 W. Golf Road in Niles. At each meeting, members exchange qualified business referrals, build professional relationships, create alliances, develop public speaking skills and take turns promoting their products and services. Also, in every LeTip chapter, each business category is represented by one member to prevent conflicts of interest (once you join, your competition cannot). To learn more, contact Janet Hansen, (815) 728-1483, or jvhansen@letip.com. For details on LeTip, visit www.LeTip.com.
Join the Catholic Women's Bowling League for Ladies Night Out at Classic Bowl, 8530 Waukegan Road, Morton Grove. Fee is $15 per week. All skill levels welcome. Call Deanne Drozdz at (224) 628-4009 or d.drozdz@comcast.net.
The Knights of Columbus (North American Martyrs Council, Niles), provides ways for members to help others in the community while trying to improve their family and spiritual lives. Call Bob Galassi, (847) 965-0920.
The American Jewish Artists Club is accepting new members. The group, founded in the early 1920s, focuses on the broad aspects of artistic performance and serves to enrich the cultural fiber of the Jewish community. Call Lorre Slaw, (847) 272-0744, or e-mail lslaw@oakton.edu.
Audubon Society of Park Ridge meets at 7:30 p.m. the fourth Thursday of the month in the Maine Park Leisure Center, Forestview and Sylviawood. Guests of all ages are welcome. Call Roger Ginger, (847) 825-2982.
Niles Chapter Toastmasters meets at 7:15 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at the Morton Grove , 6140 Lincoln Ave. Members learn how to feel comfortable and have self-confidence talking to an audience. Call (847) 583-9328.
Shoestring Productions presents a holiday musical review, "Celebrate the Season," in an intimate cabaret-style setting at Stage One, 620 Lee St., Des Plaines. Performances are at 7 p.m. Sundays and 7:30 p.m. Mondays from Nov. 29 through Dec. 28 (no performance Dec. 13). Tickets: $10 which includes admission, dessert and beverage. Free parking. Call (847) 657-7688.
The Chapel at St. Matthew Center for Health, 1601 N. Western Ave., Park Ridge, will feature an exhibit of more than 325 nativity scenes from around the world, "Room at the Inn," from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 5 and 6. The scenes are from the private collection of Oak Park resident Susan Greeley. Children will especially enjoy the "please touch" table and a chance to win a nativity set of their own. Free. Call (847) 825-5531 or visit www.St.MatthewCenter.org.
The Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, will welcome its second traveling exhibition, "Anne Frank: A History for Today" runs from Dec. 3-Feb. 28. Hours are: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday; 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Thursday; and 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The story of Anne Frank and her family is juxtaposed against world events before, during and after Adolf Hitler and the Nazi party's rise to power. Included are dozens of photographs of the Frank family and other occupants of the Secret Annex. The exhibition depicts those who chose to join the Nazi party, those who were bystanders and those who were willing to resist Nazi tyranny. It explores how racism, persecution and genocide were facilitated by political decisions as well as the actions of individuals. Call (847) 967-4800.
Lincolnwood Ballroom and Latin Social Dance will take place Nov. 20 at the Lincolnwood Community Center, 6900 N Lincoln Ave. Newly renovated, large dance floor, free parking lot. Comfortable atmosphere for singles, couples Ballroom, Swing, and a healthy mix of Salsa/Latin. Doors open 7 p.m. Free lesson at 7:15 p.m.; dancing: 7:45-9:45 p.m. Cost is $10. Co-hosted by Lincolnwood Parks/Recreation and Tina Mangos Dance, (773) 282- 5108, www.tinamangosdance.com
Saint Andrew Life Center, 7000 N. Newark Ave., will host Breakfast with Santa for children of all ages from 9-11 a.m. Nov. 21. Personal tours will also be given. Registration is required; call (847) 647-8332.
Spend $75 at specialty retailers at Golf Mill Shopping Center now through Nov. 21 and receive one free admission to Kohl Children's Museum in Glenview. Purchases must be on same-day receipts and excludes department stores: JCPenney, Sears, Kohl's, Value City Furniture, Target and Shop-N-Save. Enter for a chance to win a four-pack of Mitchel Musso meet-and-greet passes at the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival presented by Harris on Nov. 21, a one-night stay at the Best Western River North Hotel, and a $100 Golf Mill gift card. Entry forms are available at Customer Service; no purchase necessary to win; must be 16 or under to be eligible. All entries must be submitted by Nov. 15. Radio Disney will be at Golf Mill from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Nov. 14 in Center Court to host a prize-filled show. Visit www.golfmill.com
The Chai Group of Hadassah North Shore Chapter invites you and your friends to join them in a fun day of Zumba and Lunch at 11:30 a.m. Dec. 8 at the Northbrook YMCA Gym, 2705 Techny Road. A light lunch and conversation will follow. The cost is $20. Contact the North Shore office, (847) 205-1900, or e-mail northshore@Hadassah.org.
Shoestring Productions presents "Listen to My Heart," the songs of David Friedman, a cabaret-style presentation with complimentary dessert and beverage, at 7 p.m. Mondays through Nov. 22 at 620 Lee St., Des Plaines. The cost is $10. For tickets call (847) 657-7688 or e-mail shoestring-prod@sbcglobal.net.
The Ladies Philoptochos Society of the St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church, 7373 N. Caldwell Ave. in Niles, presents "The Symbols of Christmas" Bazaar and Holiday Bake Sale from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Nov. 20 and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 21. Featured will be Christmas treasures, crafts, gifts, floral arrangements, CD's, jewelry, raffle, a Coffee Shop, and homemade Greek pastries. A special visitor from the North Pole shows up on Saturday (10 a.m.-4 p.m.), so bring cameras. The Bake Shop will feature the church's famous homemade pastries, such as Baklava, Diples, Kataifi, Galaktoboureko, Kourambiethes and Melomakarouna for holiday entertaining. Lunch will be served on both days from 11:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. and dinner will be served on Friday only from 5:30-9 p.m. No admission and plenty of free parking. Call ahead to place a pastry order and it will be ready for to pick up: (847) 647-8880.
Get into the holiday spirit with the Christmas Bazaar and Bake Sale at the Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N. Knox Ave., Chicago, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 6. Mass will be celebrated in the auditorium at 10:30 a.m., with music provided by the Irish Heritage Singers; a traditional Irish breakfast follows. Cost for the breakfast is $8 for adults and $4 for children. Reservations are required.; call (773) 282-7035, Ext. 10. Holiday shoppers can browse the bazaar, where there will be a craft sale from Chicago artisans and an Irish-American quilt will be raffled off. There will be raffles and local Irish import stores. The Jolly Holly Bake Shop will sell homemade pies, bread, scones, cakes and cookies. Santa Claus will visit from 1-3 p.m., and children can have their photos taken with him for free. As a special treat, Dragoncello Theater Company and Shapeshifters Theatre will present an original, one-hour performance featuring the myths of ancient Ireland with live traditional Irish music, puppets, and eye-popping costumes. The performance is at 2 p.m. and tickets are $5 for children and adults. Visit www.irish-american.org.
The Norwood Park Historical Society will hold its annual Victoria's Craft Boutique on Dec. 3, 4, 5 and 6 at Noble-Seymour-Crippen House, 5624 N. Newark Ave., Chicago. Admission is $1. Boutique hours are: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Dec. 3 and Dec. 4; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 5; and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 6. The Norwood Park Historical Society runs this handmade-items-only sale as a way to celebrate the holidays and to raise funds to support Noble-Seymour-Crippen House. This year crafts include music boxes, soaps and lotions, stained glass, American Girl doll clothes, wreaths, quilts, ornaments, ceramics, and a variety of bakery items and foods. New this year is the nursery, where visitors can buy handmade infant toys, clothes and accessories for their young children. Visitors may also enjoy Holly Daze Cafe, which serves homemade soups, sandwiches, desserts and other light fare. Boutique attendees may also purchase holiday cookies. Tickets are available at www.norwoodparkhistoricalsociety.org.
A Holiday Craft Fair will be held from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 21 and noon-5 p.m. Nov. 22 at St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 260 N. Northwest Highway in Park Ridge. Items include hand-crafted jewelry, doll clothes, sweaters, candles, chocolates, gift baskets, etc. In addition Pampered Chef, Avon and Simply Delicious representatives will also be featured. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Center of Concern, a nonprofit social service agency providing housing solutions, counseling and support services for seniors, disabled, and others in need. Contact Christine Perille, (847) 823-8755.
Through Dec. 15 a savings of $10 is available upon the purchase of three or more private or semi-private swim lessons. Private lessons are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Lessons are 30 minutes, with a three-lesson minimum. Fees are, for private lessons: $20, members; $25, nonmembers. Semi-private lessons are $13, members; $16, nonmembers.
Pilates is a series of controlled exercises that engage the mind and body in developing strong flexible muscles without building bulk. Each movement begins with the abdomen, focusing on controlling core muscles. Routines alternate stretching with strengthening.
Classes run 9:10-10 a.m. Mondays; 6:10-7 p.m. and 7-7:50 p.m. Wednesdays; 8:05-8:55 p.m. Thursdays; and 8-8:50 a.m. Saturdays. Classes run to Dec. 18. Drop-in fees: member $9; nonmember $12. Mat training, Reformer training and semi-private classes are available; call Danielle Desherow, (847) 588-8410.
Aqua Antics, 1-5 years: Play group in the pool. This non-instructional swim class is designed to help your child become comfortable in the water. Water toys will be available. Parent/child class.
Mini Picasso's, 18 months-3 years: A great place for your toddler to explore their creative side. They will enjoy painting, play dough, bubbles, and more. Class may be messy so please dress accordingly. Parent/child class.
Romp, Stomp & Roll, 10-20 months: This class is a social experience for both you and your child. Mats, balls, tunnels and age appropriate toys will be offered in this active free play class. Parent/child class.
Me Two, 2 years: This class is offered to ease fears and encourage independence. Semi-structured environment. Stories, music and art are included in each class. Child only class.
Mini Sportsters, 2-4 years: An introductory sports class for your active 2, 3- and 4-year-old. Try out a different sport each week. Parent/child class.
Tumble Bees, 2-4 years: Children will be introduced to basic tumbling skills by participating in activities that teach gross motor skills and organized movement. Class includes basic introduction to the balance beam, floor and horizontal bar. Parent/child class.
Just for Me, 3-4 years: This class is designed for those children who are ready to be on their own in a social preschool environment. Letters, numbers and colors will be taught through active play. Daily gym time and snacks are provided. Class will be offered with a continuing curriculum through spring 2009.
Breakfast Buddies, 3-6 years: In this pint-sized morning cooking class, kids will make and eat some of their favorite breakfast recipes, like pancakes and French toast. Class is offered one or two days a week.
Body Flex Kids, 3-6 years: Scheduled during adult Body Flex, this high energy exercise class will get your child moving and grooving. To cool down we will end class with kid's yoga. Our instructor will escort your child to and from the Clubhouse.
Funtastic Friday's, 3-6 years: Children will play games, make crafts, go swimming and make new friends. Run errands with out your "little helper." Kids must be toilet trained.
Playtime Picasso's, 3-6 years: Designed to explore your child's creative side. Arts and crafts, painting, playdough along with age appropriate play will highlight this class. Class will be messy.
Recipe for Fun, 3-6 years: Learn to make simple recipes in this pint-sized cooking class. Measuring, mixing, pouring, and stirring are sure to keep our little chefs busy. Each chef will get to eat or take home their own creations.
Silly Science, 3-6 years: This hand's on science class is designed to combine learning and fun. With the use of everyday household items, become a silly scientist and create simple experiments.
Group EX Express Card -- 10 Class card: $71, residents, $81 nonresidents; 20 Class Card: $124 residents, $144 nonresidents; 30 Class Card: $149 residents, $179 nonresidents. Classes include:
A.I.S. Stretch: Isolated stretching to increase flexibility.
Body Flex: Increase lean muscle mass and boost resting metabolic rate with this strength training class. Use hand weights, body bars, exercise balls, and floor exercises to develop a toned, strong body.
BOSU, Cardio & Core: Challenges balance while taking cardiovascular drills that target glutes and thighs, and core strengthening exercises which challenge abs, back and waist. Intermediate to Advanced.
Butts, Guts and Step: A 30-minute lower body strengthening workout, including squats, lunges, and core strengthening, followed by 45 minute step workout, which includes high intensity step aerobics and a cool down stretch. Intermediate to Advanced.
Cardio Dance: High energy class with music. This 45-minute calorie burner followed by some work at the bar to stretch and work balance. Beginner to Intermediate.
Cardio Fusion: Cardiovascular workout with muscle shaping with interval Step, plyometrics, Kickboxing or BOSU combinations with strength training. Finish with core work and stretch. Intermediate to Advanced.
Dance Aerobics: Includes a mix of dance, and aerobics, followed by an abdominal workout. Intermediate to Advanced.
Fantasy Fight: 60 minutes of choreographed low-impact simulated fight sequences derived from the martial arts, boxing and basic self-defense, designed to condition the heart, burn calories and improve self-confidence; handwraps required, available at the Membership Service Desk for $5.
Heart Rate Up & Pump: Get heart rate up with this variety of high-intensity, low-impact cardiovascular routines with some muscle conditioning. Beginner to Intermediate.
Lite & Fit: Perfect for the mature adult. Work at your own pace -- a combination of low-impact (with some high intensity) aerobics. May include basic step, stability ball work, body toning with ab and back strengthening. Beginner to Intermediate.
Step & Stretch: This 60 minute step class includes a warm-up, high intensity step aerobics, and a Yoga inspired stretch.
Yoga: Work the mind and body.
Village of Niles employees, Citibank and PNA Bank are partnering together for a food drive to ensure no person in Niles goes hungry this Thanksgiving and holiday season. Demand for assistance is rising due to unemployment, high food prices and utilities and a troubled economy. This community effort will be held through Dec. 10. Donations by the public are deeply appreciated. Donations of nonperishable food items may be dropped off at any of the following locations: Village Hall, 1000 Civic Center Drive; Family Services and Senior Center, 999 Civic Center Drive; Niles Fitness Center, 987 Civic Center Drive; Niles Fire Department, 8360 W. Dempster St.; Niles Police Department, 7000 W. Touhy Ave.; Niles Public Works, 6849 Touhy Ave.; Citibank, 8400 W. Dempster St.; PNA Bank, 7840 N. Milwaukee Ave.
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