Programs, Classes & Events | Pre-registration Required
Beginning Mah Jongg
Ready to try Mah Jongg? This class is for those wanting to brush up on skills or just have fun while building brainpower. Learn a fascinating, interactive game! Instructor: Terri Argentar
In-Person at the Leisure Center
Ceramics – Open Workshop
Express your creativity with clay, using the potter’s wheel and hand-building techniques from sculpture to jewelry. Students at all levels receive individual attention, along with a variety of clays, glazes and basic tools. All materials provided. 20lbs. of clay is included with the class. Additional clay is available for purchase for $7.50 per 5lbs.
In-Person at the Leisure Center
Canasta – Beginner
Learn the basics, review rules and begin to play with others. Instructor: Terri Argentar
In-Person at Leisure Center
Best of Cole Porter by Barry Bradford
Friday, July 9 from 2pm-3:30pm at Village Green Center
Join us as Barry Bradford brings Broadway to the Village Green Center with an upbeat presentation of the best of Cole Porter. This event is sponsored by Avidor Glenview.
Code Fee
16231 $10
Lunch and Movie - Minari
Tuesday, July 13 from 12:30-3:00pm at Village Green Center
Minari follows a Korean-American family that moves to a tiny Arkansas farm in search of their own American Dream. The family home changes completely with the arrival of their sly, foul-mouthed, but loving grandmother. Amidst the instability and challenges of this new life in the rugged Ozarks, Minari shows the undeniable resilience of family and what really makes a home. A boxed lunch and bottled water are included. This event is sponsored by Atria Senior Living Highland Park.
Code Fee
16031 Member $11/Non-member $15
Days Times Dates Code Fee M 10:45am-12:30pm 7/12-8/2 16279 Member $95/Non-member $115 for 4 classes
Days Times Dates Code Fee Tuesday 4:30pm-7:30pm 7/20-8/24 16284 Member $209/Non-member $229
Days Times Dates Code Fee M 1:30pm-3pm 7/12-8/2 16281 Member $89/Non-member $109
Lunch and Movie - A Secret Love
Tuesday, July 27 from 12:30-3:00pm at Village Green Center
This Chicago-based documentary weaves together LGBTQ history, baseball, and a sensitive depiction of a couple navigating the realities of growing older together. A boxed lunch and bottled water are included. this event is sponsored by Whitehall of Deerfield.
Code Fee
15886 Member $11/Non-member $15
Stars & Stripes Bingo
Friday, July 30 from 2-3:30pm at Village Green Center
Spend an afternoon playing bingo with friends and a chance to win prizes! Individually wrapped treats and bottled beverages are provided. Wear red, white and blue to receive an extra bingo card. This event is sponsored by Harbor House of Wheeling.
Code Fee
16216 Member $9/Non-member $15
TRIP! Kinky Boots at the Paramount
Wednesday, August 25 from 10am-5pm
This flashy, sassy story of big heels invading a small town shook Broadway and was universally adored by critics and audiences. Charlie Price is a reluctant shoemaker. Lola is a fierce drag queen. These two find common ground and end up finding a way to save Charlie’s failing shoe factory. From its glorious costumes to Cyndi Lauper’s award Tony-winning score, you’ll walk away humming for days! Lunch is included. The bus will pick up and drop off the group at the Village Green Senior Center, 1810 Walters Ave. Register by August 5.
Code Fee
17258 Member $139/Non-member $159
TRIP! Chicago Cubs in Milwaukee
Sunday, September 19 from 10:30am-6pm
The Cubbies are back in Milwaukee and looking to raise the flag again. Experience the magnificent Miller Park and a great game between these division rivals. Fee includes transportation and ticket. Transportation leaves from the Leisure Center at 10:30am to get to the ballpark for a 1:10pm game. Lunch is on your own at the Park.
Code Fee
17134 Member $125/Non-member $145
Tuesdays in the Park | 6:30-8pm
Free outdoor concerts return this year to Village Green Park - bring your chair and enjoy!
• Tuesday, July 6 - The Wayouts (60s Music)
• Tuesday, July 13 - The Flat Cats (Jazz/Blues, Swing)
• Tuesday, July 20 - Jolly Ringwalds (80s Music)
Concerts relocated to Northbrook Theatre at the Leisure Center in inclement weather. Visit nbparks.org.
Senior Center Drop-In Programs
Call your friends and join drop-in programs and card games at the Northbrook Senior Center at two locations!
• Participation in drop-in programs requires a current Senior Center membership.
• Face coverings are required for unvaccinated participants and optional for those who are vaccinated. Face coverings should be considered in the Leisure Center hallways.
• Bring your own beverages; there is no coffee service.
To become a Senior Center member, call 847-291-2995 between 8am and 4pm or stop by.
Leisure Center 3323 Walters Avenue
Mondays Noon-3:30pm Duplicate Bridge Noon-3:30pm Men’s Poker
Tuesdays 9:30am-Noon Bridge Noon-3:30pm Mixed Poker
Wednesdays 10am-Noon Bocce Noon-3:30pm Men’s Poker
Fridays Noon-3:30pm Men’s Poker
July Birthdays!
Jerry Baker
Dolores Schaller
Bess Grossweiner
Nancee Heichman
Patricia Kerrigan
Nancy McGinnis
Tom Tepper
Marilyn Ramirez
Elaine Johnson
Judy Stoner
Nancy Groff
Robert Nelson
Symia Rosen
Carol Tichy
Lila Petitti
Stephen Galo
Burton Litwin
Village Green Center 1810 Walters Avenue
Mondays 10am-1pm Crafters 11am-3:30pm Mah Jongg
Tuesdays 11am-Noon Current Events 1:30pm-3:00pm Bunco (July 6 & 20)
Wednesdays 10am-Noon Knitting & Crocheting 12:30pm-3:30pm Canasta (All Levels)
Thursdays 11am-3:30pm Mah Jongg 1:30pm-4pm Art Studio
Fridays 10:30am-Noon Humanities (call for details)
Joanne Hanwell
Andrea Swidler
Patricia Johns
Rose Tobin
Patricia Morrissey
Dan Mah
Bill Schwartz
Louis Dvorkin
Cindy Vander Kuur
Ellyn Feldman
