Deerfield and Lincolnshire calendar - feb 23

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Updated: March 24, 2012 8:13AM

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Business

People who live or work in Deerfield and neighboring towns are invited to Deerfield Optimists breakfast meetings from 7-8 a.m. the second, third and fourth Tuesdays of the month at Egg Shell Cafe, 660 Lake Cook Road. Visit www.deerfieldoptimist.org.

NBNI North Shore Network Group meets 7 a.m. Thursdays at Max & Benny’s Restaurant, 461 Waukegan Road, Northbrook, to provide business leads to members with businesses. Call Philipp Weisskopf (847) 831-6401.

Clubs

The Townley Women’s Club of Deerfield holds its March 7 luncheon at Sullivan’s Restaurant in Lincolnshire. Social hour begins at 11 a.m.; lunch is 12:30 p.m. Comedienne Sally Edwards, who has performed at Zanies Comedy Club, brings her original humor.

Hadassah North Shore and Chicago Chapters celebrates Hadassah’s Centennial Year at a Kabbalat Shabbat Service and dinner at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 24 at Congregation Beth Shalom, 3433 Walters in Northbrook. Couvert for adults is $36 and $18 for children under 12. Reservations required. Contact Hadassah North Shore office at (847) 205-1900, email northshore@hadassah.org or visit www.northshore.hadassah.org.

Parents, Family and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, Deerfield, PFLAG Chapter meets 7:15 p.m. at Congregation BJBE, 1201 Lake-Cook Road, Deerfield, second Thursday of month. Primary mission is to support parents, family members and friends who learn that their child is gay. PFLAG is a non-denominational organization. Refreshments served. Contact PFLAG (630) 415-0622, choose Deerfield mailbox. Visit www.pflagillinois.org or www.pflag.org.

Prairie Knitters Guild meets fourth Tuesday of month at Riverwoods Village Hall. Call Shari Benson (847) 374-1602.

Sons of the American Legion meets 7 p.m. first Monday of the month at American Legion Post, 849 Waukegan Road, Deerfield. Call (847) 945-9821.

Sons of Italy in America meets 6:45 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month at The Italian Kitchen, 648 Deerfield Road, Deerfield. Open to men, women and youth, regardless of nationality. Call (847) 242-0002 or email sonsofitalynsil@hotmail.com.

Community

For three days — Feb. 25, 26 and 27 — Moriah Congregation in Deerfield will present more than 50 internationally acclaimed artists from North America and Israel at its 2012 All Judaic Art & Jewelry Fair. Among the celebrated artists whose work Moriah Congregation is featuring this year are Avi Biran (silver), Ilan Hasson (wall art), and Noa Goren-Amir (jewelry). Baby-sitting will be offered on Sunday. Parking and a free shuttle bus service will be available at Northbook Court’s lower level, east of Neiman-Marcus on both Saturday night and Sunday. Adult admission is $10 and covers all three days. The fair runs 8 to 11:30 p.m. Feb. 25, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 26 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 27 at Moriah Congregation, 200 Taub Drive.

Orphans of the Storm animal shelter brings back their cat adoption event, Catmania! All types, ages and breeds of cats are available for adoption at this catfest. Come and meet your new best friend 10 am.-2 p.m. Feb. 26; hosted by Animal Medical Center of Skokie, 8343 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. Adoption fee is $90 and can be in the form of a credit card or cash. Checks not accepted. The adoption fee includes the first inoculations, a general worming, Felomune CVR, feline leukemia and feline AIDS tests, flea and tick treatment, collar and tag. The cat will be spay/neutered (if it is not already) at no expense. There will be a final series of inoculations at your expense, which includes second distemper/booster shot, fecal exam, feline leukemia vaccination, rabies vaccination and microchip. The price may vary depending on what inoculations are needed. If the cat requires all of these, the price will run $134. Contact Orphans of the Storm animal shelter at (847) 945-0235 or Animal Medical Center at (847) 673-2616.

Friends of Ryerson Woods, 21850 N. Riverwoods Road, Deerfield, conducts a book group, Ryerson Reads, for those who wish to read works of American environmental literature. $15 per person per session; $10 for FRW members. Register at www.LCFPD.org or call (847) 968-3321. Next session is March 14: American Chestnut: The Life, Death and Rebirth of a Perfect Tree by Susan Freinkel.

Education

As part of the Social Action’s program on immigration, North Shore Unitarian Church, 2100 Half Day Road, Deerfield, offers the Unitarian Universalist Association’s study curriculum titled “Immigration as a Moral Issue.” The six-week program meets Wednesdays at noon at the church. Topics covered: Understanding the Causes of Migration; History of Immigration in the US.; Economics of (Im)migration; Security, Enforcement, and Human Rights; Who benefits from a Broken System; Seeking Solutions. Programs free. Call Holly Kerr (847) 831-2905.

Harper College’s continuing education department offers courses for adults 55 years of age and older through the Lifelong Learning Institute. Courses available to members and non-members, and held on Harper campuses in Palatine and Prospect Heights and at partner sites in Buffalo Grove, Barrington, Wheeling, Arlington Heights, Palatine and Schaumburg. To register for courses, call (847) 925-6300.

Entertainment

The First Presbyterian Church of Deerfield, 824 Waukegan Road, hosts a Music Makers Series in 2012. The first three concerts have been announced. Everyone welcome. Free-will offering.

Jazz Group “Mercaba” features Jazz Standards 4 p.m. March 11.

First Presbyterian Church Festival Choir, Southminster Presbyterian Church (Arlington Heights) Sanctuary Choir and Chamber Orchestra 4 p.m. April 29. Performance includes Handel Coronation Anthems, “Let Thy Hand Be Strengthened,” “Zadok the Priest,” and Faure’s “Requiem.” (847) 945-0560 or firstpresbyterianchurchofdeerfield.org.

Fundraisers

Deerfield Community Nursery School hosts a Spring Benefit on March 9 at Bella Via in Highland Park. Prizes have been donated for the auction and raffle. Event is open to enrolled families and any alumni, with special ticket pricing for alumni. To attend, contact Mindi Schryer at (847) 945-2310 or help@deerfieldcommunitynurseryschool.com.

The Riverside Foundation holds benefit gala “A Midwinter Night’s Dream” 6:30 p.m.-midnight, Feb. 25 at the Marriott Lincolnshire Resort. Riverside Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that provides intellectually and developmentally disabled adults with the highest standard of care and a meaningful life experience through its residential facility in Lincolnshire and its work/activity center in Vernon Hills. The black-tie optional evening begins with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and silent auction, followed by dinner, dancing, live auction and more in the Marriott Lincolnshire’s new Grand Marquee Pavilion. Award-winning WSCR “The Score” sports talk personality, Dan Bernstein, co-host of “Boers and Bernstein,” is master of ceremonies. Call Riverside Foundation at (847) 634-3973. Gala tickets are $200 per person, and may be purchased online at riversidefoundation.net.

NA’AMAT USA, Aviva Club, 10024 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, will deliver top quality, first rate, lox box Feb. 25, in the morning. Box is filled with 8 oz. of lox, a half dozen bagels, cream cheese, an onion and a tomato, juice, cake and goodies. All of this, including handling charges and delivery, is only $25. Lox boxes are delivered to many north and northwest suburbs. The delivery range extends from Roselle Road on the west to McCormick Boulevard (south of Wilmette) or to Lake Michigan from Wilmette and north on the east. The south border is Northwest Tollway and Skokie north of Oakton Street and to the north to routes 176 and 45 including Del Webb Mundelein. Call Bobbie at (847) 870-7383 to determine if a location is within the acceptable range. Purchasing an Aviva Club Lox Box will make a contribution to NA’AMAT USA. All profits go toward the NA’AMAT Technological and Agricultural High Schools helping thousands of teenage students.

The Morton Grove Group of Hadassah North Shore Chapter sponsors Adopt-A-Patient fund raiser for an orphaned 13-year-old boy, who has been diagnosed with cancer. Contributions add to medical care for him and other cancer survivors. Donations go to Moshe Sharett Institute of Oncology at Hadassah-University Hospital in Jerusalem. Call (847) 205-1900 or email northshore@hadassah.org or visit www.northshore.hadassah.org.

United Way of Lake County and Bernie’s Book Bank conducts Page it Forward: Lake County’s Biggest Book Drive. Books can be donated by texting the word “PAGE” to 85944. Reply with the word “YES” to confirm a $10 donation (the equivalent of four books) to Page it Forward. Standard messaging rates apply. Visit www.liveunitedlakecounty.org/pageitforward. Facebook: www.facebook.com/pageitforward. Twitter: www.twitter.com/pageitforward.

Health

Deerfield Public Schools District 109 participates in an ongoing process of locating, identifying and evaluating children who show delays in: Cognitive development; social, emotional or behavioral skills; speech; language; fine or gross motor development; pre-academic skills, vision; or hearing. If your child is from birth to age 5 and you are unsure that your child is meeting age-appropriate developmental milestones and would like to participate in an early childhood screening, contact District 109 to register and schedule appointment. Screenings are: 8:30-11:30 a.m. April 5 at South Park Elementary School, 1421 Hackberry Road, Deerfield. If your child is younger than 3 years old and you have concerns, a birth-to-3 coordinator from Child and Family Connections is available to screen your child. Three- to 5-year-olds screened by District 109 Early Childhood staff. Contact Andrea Walls at (847) 945-1844, Ext. 7232 for information.

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12-step program for anyone dealing with a compulsive or addictive behavior, or a codependent relationship. Meets 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at North Suburban Evangelical Free Church, 200 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield. Call (847) 580-5781.

Library

Vernon Area Public Library District programs are free and open to all unless otherwise indicated. Register for programs online at http://calendar.vapld.info, by telephone at (224) 543-1485 (adult programs) or (224) 543-1486 (youth or teen programs), or in person at the library at 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire.

Recreation

Deerfield Park District, 836 Jewett Park Drive, Deerfield.

Deerfield Park District Preschool has openings for the Fall 2012 Program. Preschool program, housed at Jewett Park Community Center, is geared for children 2.5–5 years of age. Program guide at www.deerfieldparks.org. Call (847) 572-2634 for a tour.

Events at Patty Turner Center, 375 Elm, Deerfield, The Chicago Botanic Garden & Patty Turner Center announces “Gardening for Life Enrichment Workshops,” 2 p.m., March 21. Clare Johnson presents a workshop on succulent plants. Attendees will design and create an individual succulent plant arrangement. Register by March 7. $20 includes instruction and materials. Class size limited to 15.

The women’s group of the Patty Turner Center presents the following: “We Will Survive,” at noon March 13. Features dramatist Jenny Riddle. Lunch; dramatization on the life journeys of three different women. Must register by March 6. Fee: $15 PTC Member; $25 non-member.

“Letters From Camp” features Author Diane Falaga 1 p.m. April 10, reads from her novel, P.S. I Hate It Here: Kid’s Letters From Camp. Tea and pastries. Must register by April 3. Fee: $12 PTC Member; $15 non-member.

Four-Hands Concert features pianists Saori Chiba and Paul Dykstra presenting “The Music of Mozart and Brahms” at 2 p.m. April 29. Must register by April 20. Fee: $8 PTC Member; $10 non-member.

Kinder Day Off: Your kindergarten-age child will enjoy Casimir Pulaski Day 9 a.m.-4 p.m. March 5, at the Jewett Park Community Center. Extended Care available. Program fee without Extended Care: $40 for Deerfield Park District residents; $60 for non-residents. Call (847) 945-0650 or email info@deerfieldparks.org.

Hollywood Park: Kids in grades one to eight: Enjoy Casimir Pulaski Day, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 5, on a trip with their friends to Hollywood Park in Crestwood. Pizza and soda provided for lunch. Program meets at Jewett Park Community Center. Trip Cost: $47 for Deerfield Park District residents; $57 for non-residents. Extended care available 8 a.m.-6 p.m. at a cost of: $22 resident; $26 non-resident. Call (847) 945-0650 or email info@deerfieldparks.org.

“For Kids Only” Flea Market: March 3, 1-3 p.m. (set-up at noon) at the Jewett Park Community Center. Cost large table $4, small table $2. All young entrepreneurs in grades kindergarten to eighth grade invited to set up shop and recycle old games, books, toys, stuffed animals, sports equipment, trading cards, etc. (No bikes or baby equipment.) All merchandise should be in good condition and complete. The Deerfield Park District is not responsible for the condition of any merchandise sold at the “For Kids Only” Flea Market. Baked goods allowed, but must be individually wrapped for sale. Kids price and sell their merchandise. Negotiating is allowed and part of the fun. All booths must be manned by children. All merchandise must belong to children. Public invited to shop and browse free of charge. Call (847) 945-0650 or email info@deerfieldparks.org.

Mom/Son Sport Night: Boys ages 4-10 years old are invited to bring their moms for an evening of sports, snacks, entertainment and fun at Sachs Recreation Center, 6:30-8:15 p.m. March 16. Win prizes in sports contests, play games, treat. Honor your favorite sports team by coming dressed in their team colors or jersey. Each team player receives a reward. A souvenir photo provides a lasting memory. Cost per person: $18 resident; $20 non-resident $20. Call Ginny at (847) 572-2624 or email ginnyw@deerfieldparks.org.

Spring Break Sports Camp: Boys and girls in grades one to five interested in spring break competition, March 26-30, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., play a variety of competitive sports, including soccer kickball, wiffleball and basketball. A break for lunch and time spent swimming in the pool at the Sachs Recreation Center pool. Sportsmanship, teamwork, stressed. Cost: $95 resident; $140 non-resident. Call (847) 572-2600 or info@SachsRecCenter.org

Kinder Days Off: Children in kindergarten looking for something special to do on spring vacation invited. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. March 26-30. Sign up for one day or the whole week. Fee is $40 per day for residents and $60 for non-residents. Program held at Jewett Park Community Center. Outdoor play, sports in the multi-purpose room, crafts, dramatic play and free play with other kindergartners. Register at the Deerfield Park District or online at www.deerfieldparks.org. Call Ginny at (847) 572-2624 or email ginnyw@dfpd.org.

Spring Flings – spring vacation activities for those in grades one to eight. Five days of trips and activities during the March 26–30, spring vacation period. Attendees may sign up for any or all of the five offerings. All pick-ups and drop-offs are at Jewett Park Community Center. Extended care before and after trips available at a per day cost of $22 for Deerfield Park District residents; $26 for non-residents. Spring Flings are as follows:

March 26, 10:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.: Rinkside Sports in Gurnee. Ice skate, play laser tag, and a ton of video games. Pizza and soda served for lunch. Children may bring their own skates or will be provided. Bring extra money for tokens to play more video games. $46 resident; $55 non-resident.

March 27, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.: Milwaukee Museum and IMAX for a full day of fun. View an IMAX movie, observe butterflies in the garden, learn about dinosaurs, pearls, people and cultures. Pizza and soda provided for lunch. $46 resident; $55 non-resident.

March 28, 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.: Vertical Endeavors. Indoor Rock Climbing at Vertical Endeavors in Naperville. Be sure to eat lunch prior to trip. You must sign a waiver required by Vertical Endeavors prior to trip. $46 resident; $55 non-resident.

March 29, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.: Peggy Notebaert and Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago. First visit the Peggy Notebaert Museum and explore their exhibits and butterfly room; then, to the Lincoln Park Zoo to view the animals. The zoo portion of this trip may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Bring a lunch and a drink in a brown paper sack. $41 resident; $49 non-resident.

March 30, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.: Jewett Park Drive In. First, build cars, then sit in them, eat popcorn and watch a movie. Bring a sack lunch and drink. $22 resident; $26 non-resident.

Outdoor Ice Skating continues to be available, weather permitting. There are unlighted neighbor rinks at Briarwood and Pine Street Parks and lighted rinks at Jewett and Jaycee parks. The hockey rink is located at Jewett Park. Warming house hours are Monday-Thursday 4-9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Contact Deerfield Park District at (847) 945-0650 or info@deerfieldparks.org. Park district website is www.deerfieldparks.org.

At Jewett Park Community Center, 836 Jewett Park Drive, Deerfield. (847) 945-0650; fax: (847) 945-0699; info@dfpd.org; www.dfpd.org:

Job Openings now for swim instructors and/or lifeguards. Qualified individuals interested in teaching swim lessons or being a lifeguard at the indoor pool at Sachs Recreation Center on Tuesdays 9-11 a.m. and/or 1-3 p.m.; Wednesday 9-11 a.m. and/or 1-3 p.m. should contact Jeff Napolski, at (847) 572-2626 or email jeff@teamcoho.org.

Deerfield Park District invites Dads and their Daughters in grades kindergarten to fifth to the 2012 Western Celebration 5:30-8 p.m. Feb. 26. Attendees wear Western attire for an evening of dinner, entertainment and square dancing. Souvenir photos. Dinner Dance is at the Patty Turner Center, 375 Elm, Deerfield. To register, visit www.register.deerfieldparks.org.

Mari Krasney and Elaine Silberman, two of the art teachers with the Deerfield Park District, offer an array of programs for artists of all ages. Children as young as 4.5 years through adults of all ages will find art classes geared to their types and levels of interest. Complete listings of art classes appear in seasonal program brochures that may be picked up at any Deerfield Park District facility; or, a PDF version is available at www.deerfieldparks.org.

For the youngest artists, 4.5-6 years of age, art classes at Jewett Park Community Center are offered in both eight-week sessions for Media Mania, Meet the Masters, Clay Play, and Munch with Lunch and in “mini-classes” that are just one to three weeks in length, such as Multi-Media Art, Sculpture Construction, Art from Around the World, and Clay and Multi Media. Some of the above classes are offered at times that allow children in preschool to attend art classes before or after their Preschool Program. Art Reunion for children 5-8 years of age. Art Lessons with Elaine Silberman available for youth and teen artists. Elaine also runs the Silberman Art Studio for adults 18 years and up at both Jewett Park Community Center and Patty Turner Center, September-March. Registration now open for winter sessions of art classes. A district-wide Art Show for all Deerfield Park District artists takes place at Patty Turner Center, in Deerfield, April 22, 2012.

Registration for Winter Classes at Deerfield Park District: Walk-In. Registration and resumed online registration continues until winter sessions are underway. “Horse Crazy Girls” (Activity #252524) offers activities for girls in grades 6-8 and high school to interact with horses primarily on the ground at Equestrian Connection, 600 N. Bradley Road, Lake Forest, in six-week sessions. There are two sessions of programs, all on Tuesdays, in the early evening. For girls in grades 6-8 - Register for classes held through March 27 (Section 03), High school girls may sign up for classes held 7-8 p.m. through March 27 (Section 04). The per-person cost for each six-week session is $240. Call (847) 945-0650 or email info@deerfieldparks.org for registration information. For questions about “Horse Crazy Girls,” the program or facility, call Becky Loizzo at (847) 615-8696.

Off-Season Triathlon Training; Thursday dry land program includes strength and core conditioning and features the use of a Jungle Gym Suspension Training Studio. To register, visit www.deerfieldparks.org and use activity #192801 or call (847) 572-2661.

PiYo: The program combines Pilates and Yoga elements. Class meets Wednesdays at 10:20 a.m.

TurboKick is a form of kickboxing. Class meets at 9:20 a.m. Thursdays.

For Active Adults 50 years of age and older: Pickleball takes place on Mondays and Wednesdays 9 a.m.-noon. First three sessions free; subsequent play $8 for residents; $10 for non-residents. Sessions must be purchased in sets of three. All equipment provided. Takes place in Gym A at Sachs.

The indoor pool is open to members for lap swimming during normal operating hours. Family swim is every Saturday and Sunday 1-3 p.m. Family swim is free for members; $4 per person and $8 per family for non-members.

The schedule of open gym times for the upcoming week is posted each Sunday evening on the SRC website, sachsreccenter.org. Open Gym is free for members; $4 per person for non-members.

The Retro Café is open downstairs Monday-Friday 6-10:30 a.m. serving breakfast items including muffins, bagels, cereals, coffee and juices. Open upstairs for lunch Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-2 p.m. serving wraps, sandwiches, salads, smoothies, etc.

Deerfield Park District, join them on Facebook, www.facebook.com/deerfieldparks. Follow them on Twitter: www.twitter.com/dfpd. Looking for Summer Employment? Apply online at www.deerfieldparks.org

Sachs Recreation Center is at 455 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield; (847) 572-2600; info@SachsRecCenter.org; www.SachsRecCenter.org.

Classes for children 6 years of age and younger are offered in art, dance, music, swimming, sports, fitness, movement, cooking, martial arts, Legos, parent-tot play, etc. at Park District locations. Interested in helping “Design a Class” for your child and their friends, by interest area, day/time, location, etc., call Ginny Wiemerslage at (847) 572-2624 or email ginnyw@deerfieldparks.org.

“Extend the Day – Play,” where programs are offered “with lunch” or register to extend your child’s day of learning, friendships and play.

School’s Out Programs for children in grades 1-8:

Extended Care - For options that lengthen the day as early as 8 a.m. and as late as 6 p.m., children should be dropped off and picked up at Jewett Park Community Center. Parents asked to double-check trip information to determine lunch needs. All children should be picked up by 6 p.m. Fee per day of extended care $20 resident; $25 non-resident. Call (847) 945-0650, email info@dfpd.org or visit www.dfpd.org.

The Park District, 836 Jewett Park Drive, offers programs through Patty Turner Center. Visit www.PattyTurnerCenter.org, email info@PattyTurnerCenter.org or call (847) 940-4010.

Programs: “60 Minutes...” at 12:30 p.m. Mondays. $5 for members; $8 for non-members. History, psychology, theater, movies and books discussed.

Sit & Knit (members only) meets 1-4 p.m. Thursdays. Admission free. Share patterns, learn skills, make friends and knit. Needle-pointers and crocheters also welcome.

Fabulous Friday Flicks noon-3 p.m. Series is $24 for members; $39 for non-members. Individual sessions are $7 for members; $10 for non-members. Each film preceded by 30-minute presentation; discussion follows.

Book-A-Month Group meets at 10:30 a.m. Fridays. Admission free; registration required.

SHIP volunteers available free of charge to interpret and resolve problems with medical bills, Medicare, Medicare supplemental insurance, and/or appeals etc., and can explain the Medicare Prescription Drug Plan. Volunteers available by appointment on second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, and on a drop-in basis 10 a.m.-noon first Monday of each month.

The Blue Bag Program, the Patty Turner Center, and Deerfield-Bannockburn Fire Department’s paramedics, collaborate to ensure that an individual’s wishes are honored at a time of medical emergency. The bag with copies (not originals) of a list of medications, advance directives, Do Not Resuscitate orders, emergency contacts, identification and insurance cards is placed in a home’s refrigerator where medical and emergency personnel know to find it. The information goes with the patient to the hospital via ambulance staff. This is an optional program and individuals may elect to complete all suggested documents or only what they want. Call Melissa Versch at (847) 572-2655.

Adult Caregiver Education and Support is held 1:15-2:30 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at the Patty Turner Center. SE Lake County Faith in Action volunteers provide trained individuals to stay with a loved one while you attend meetings, free of charge. If you need respite or a ride, call Margie Fischer (847) 572-2658.

On-site podiatry services provided by appointment 9 a.m.-noon Mondays and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursdays. Call (847) 940-4010.

Blood-pressure/blood-sugar testing conducted at 9:30 a.m. the first Tuesday of each month in the center lobby.

Massage therapy (a half-hour or one-hour session). A 24-hour cancellation notice is required or individuals are billed for the appointment. A half-hour massage is $35 for Patty Turner Center members; $40 for non-members. A one-hour massage is $60 for Patty Turner Center members; $70 for non-members.

Lending Closet offers wheelchairs, walkers, canes, bath benches, commodes and grabber sticks on a short-term basis. Closet hours: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Senior Care Program: The Patty Turner Center offers a drop-off/pick-up service for older adults in Deerfield, Lincolnshire, Bannockburn and Riverwoods area. Service is available by reservation on a first-come, first-served basis.

North Shore Rhythmics provides rhythmic gymnastics training. Preschool NSR classes are 10-10:45 a.m. Saturdays. Children 5 years of age and older may sign up for Beginning Rhythmic Gymnastics. Classes are 4-5 p.m. Tuesdays or Thursdays, 5-6 p.m. Wednesdays, and 11 a.m.-noon Saturdays. For gymnasts 6 years old and above, Advanced Beginning Rhythmic Gymnastics is held 5-6:15 p.m. Tuesdays. Call (847) 572-2600 or email info@SachsRecCenter.org.

Religion

The JCYS George W. Lutz Family Center holds Purim Carnival 10 a.m.-1 p.m. March 4. Event is open to the public and perfect for children of all ages. Activities: Carnival games, bounce house, sand art, face painting, beading, cake walk, plus a separate “Tot Carnival” room. Themed baskets raffled. Entrance fee: $20 per child for advance tickets; $25 at the door, children under one free. 800 Clavey Road, Highland Park. Contact Micky Baer at micky.baer@jcys.org or call (847) 433-6001.

The YU Torah Mitzion presents Jew in the Modern World - part II of a series bringing professionals to Chicago to share their uniquely Jewish life experiences. Barry Weiss, entertainment executive and member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences shares his journey from Arie Crown Hebrew Day School in Chicago to the Academy Awards 8 p.m. Feb. 28 at Gidwitz Place and Friend Center, 1551 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield. Registration required, limited spots available. $10 in advance; $13 at the door. For reservations: info@chicagotorah.org or (773) 973-6557.

Anshe Tikvah is a Jewish congregation serving the north and northwest suburbs. Tutoring available for individuals wanting to learn to read and understand Prayerbook and/or Biblical Hebrew. Call to arrange Hebrew tutoring. Adult B’nai Mitzvah available. Call for details. Anshe Tikvah offers adults who either missed the chance as a child or are ready for their second (tradition says it is as if you were reborn at 70, so a second Bar/Bat Mitzvah is at 83), the opportunity exists to become Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Home Base Party: Cantor Jury offers a study session in homes for friends and family. Choose a topic, in consultation with the cantor, and he will give a one-hour session. Call (847) 917-7726.

Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1558 Wilmot, Deerfield, offers a Spring Lecture Series with Professor Rachel Havrelock 11:45 a.m. Sundays, Feb. 26 and March 4.

Topic: Jewish Politics - The distinct history of the Jews informs many of the political positions held by Jews today. Tuition: $50 members; $65 non-members. 

Simchat Shabbat - Musical Shabbat Services, 6:30 p.m. March 9, April 20, May 11, June 8

Experience a Kabbalat Shabbat service with instrumental accompaniment. An Oneg Shabbat follows. Everyone welcome.

Weekend Activities to Honor the Memory of our Beloved, Hazzan Joseph E. Davis, z”l at 6:30 p.m. April 13. Special Musical Shabbat Service and Oneg and April 14, Shabbat Morning Service and Special Kiddush.

Contact Anita Lurie (847) 945-0470 Ext. 101; email: alurie@bnaitikvah.net

Abundant Life Unity Church, led by the Rev. Carol Saunders, meets 10:30 a.m. each Sunday at Patty Turner Center, 375 Elm St., Deerfield. Kid’s Community held for youths ages 3–11. Visit abundantlifeunity.org.

Scholarships

The YWCA Lake County seeks applications for the Dr. Minnie J. Leggette Young Woman of Achievement Scholarship. This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded at the 34th Annual YWCA Women of Achievement Awards Dinner on June 8, 2012. The scholarship provides financial opportunities for a high school senior girl who lives and attends school in Lake County and is college-bound. Applicants are to submit the required form and information to the YWCA Lake County no later than March 12, 2012. A selection committee will review the applications and announce a decision in April. Scholarship application forms can be downloaded from the YWCA Lake County website at ywcalakecounty.org. Contact Cheryl Wellington at (847) 406-5695.

The Norwegian National League of Chicago offers scholarships and cash prizes to deserving students who are of Norwegian heritage residing in Cook, Lake, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, McHenry and Will counties. First scholarship is $1,000 to be awarded to a high school senior with a minimum of 3.0 GPA who has been accepted by a college or university. A $200 cash prize will be awarded to a high school student in grades nine to 11 and a $50 cash prize awarded to a student in grades fifth through eighth. A $25 cash prize will be awarded to a student in grades first through fourth. Older students must submit an original essay on a Norwegian topic and the students in grades first through fourth must submit an original drawing depicting a Norwegian topic. Entries must be postmarked by March 15, 1012. Call Tom Maxson (847) 297-1656, email sovmax@wowway.com, or visit www.nnleague.org.

Elizabeth Walder, Esq., with her attorneys and staff, announces the “Immigrants Aspire!” scholarships and essay competition. Three scholarship awards _ a grand prize of $2,000 and two runner-up prizes of $500 — will be payable directly to each winning student’s college or university. Winners will be honored at a special reception and their essays featured on the Immigration Law Associates website. Contestants must prepare a 750-1,000 word essay on the topic, “If you could make one major change in the immigration laws, what would it be and why?” Essays must be in English. Entrants must be graduating high school seniors residing in Illinois who will be entering an institution of higher learning in the fall of 2012. They must be immigrants themselves or have at least one immigrant parent or stepparent. In keeping with the Illinois DREAM Act, the immigration status of contestants and their families will not be a factor in eligibility. Interested students should submit their essays online along with the “Immigrants Aspire” application form posted on the Immigration Law Associates website at www.immig-chicago.com/pages/Scholarship. Deadline for submission is midnight May 31, 2012. Winners announced no later than June 30, 2012. Final decisions based on clarity and persuasiveness and originality. Contact Christine Futia at cfutia@immig-chicago.com or (847) 763-8500 for additional information.

Applications accepted through March 1 for the $2,000 Allen Meyer Memorial Scholarship to be awarded to one high school senior in the Vernon Area Public Library District by Friends of the Library. Applicants must live within the Vernon Area Public Library District, have been accepted into a higher education program for 2012-2013, and either have been an employee or volunteer at the library or be able to demonstrate how the library has affected their life or educational goals. Applicants must submit a completed online form and provide a letter of reference, a letter of acceptance, and a copy of their most recent high school transcripts. Online form available on www.vapld.info. Look in the menu under “Community > Allen Meyer Scholarship.” Limit one submission per student. Email letters and transcripts to friends@vapld.info, to be included with application. All application materials must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. March 1.

Support

The Cancer Wellness Center, 215 Revere Drive, Northbrook, offers free programming for anyone affected by cancer, including those with a diagnosis, their family members and those who have lost a loved one to cancer. Programs and services include: physician lectures, complimentary education, yoga, counseling, support and discussion groups, and a full schedule of wellness classes. Visit cancerwellness.org or call (847) 509-9595.

Sibshops for children ages 6-12 offer brothers and sisters of children with special needs an opportunity to meet other siblings in a relaxed, supportive and recreational setting. They are able to discuss their joys and concerns, learn how to handle common situations and have fun; $30 per Sibshop. Register for one or more: March 22, April 22. Contact Meredith Sices (773) 467-3813, MeredithSices@jcfs.org, or Tamara Besser (773) 467-3751, TamaraBesser@jcfs.org. www.jcfs.org.

Psychotherapy Groups Thursdays Jewish Child & Family Services, 255 Revere Drive, Suite 200, Northbrook. Contact Ceil Berger, (847) 412-4327, CeilBerger@jcfs.org; www.jcfs.org.

Coping with Your Chronic Physical Illness – Meets 1-2 p.m. Mondays at Jewish Child & Family Services, 1156 Shure Drive, Arlington Heights. Topics may include communicating with health care providers, relationships with family and friends, spiritual resources for healing, and living well; $7 per session fee. Contact David Lipschutz (224) 625-2705. DavidLipschutz@jcfs.org; www.jcfs.org.

Access all Jewish Child & Family Services programs with a toll-free number. JCFS has launched the Access Team and (855) ASK-JCFS (855) 275-5237 to access all of the many programs and services offered by JCFS across all locations. A new email address, ASK@jcfs.org, is available for those who prefer to contact the agency via email.

Parents Without Partners Lake County, Chapter 247 offers a social outlet for single parents and their children. For the next newcomer orientation, call (847) 817-5687 or email info@pwplakecounty.org.

SASI has a new name, “Services for Adults Staying in Their Homes,” to reflect the agency’s mission to help adults who need assistance in the home. Based in Evanston at 1123 Emerson St., SASI serves: Deerfield, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Winnetka, Northfield, Glencoe, Skokie, Morton Grove, Lincolnwood, Des Plaines and Chicago. Call (847) 864-7274 or visit www.SASIathome.org.