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Monday
Rotary Club of Highland Park/Highwood: Join in fun community service projects and fellowship. Now accepting donations at every meeting for Moraine Township Food Pantry! 11:30 a.m. Monday, Highland Park Country Club, 1201 Park Ave. West, Highland Park, Donations accepted for Moraine Township Food Pantry, 847-562-1099
Lake Shore Men’s Club: Weekly meeting and guest speaker. Menu includes bagels, cream cheese, lox, sliced cheeses, vegetables, fresh fruits, cake, juice and coffee. Speakers present at 9:30 a.m. on broad range of interesting topics. Women are always welcome. 8:30 a.m. Monday, Lakeside Congregation, 1221 Lake Cook Road, Highland Park, $15, 847-383-5460
How to Survive and Thrive in a Job Interview: This is presented by: John M. Orr, Ph.D., president of Rogala and Orr, Inc. Wouldn’t it be great if you knew exactly what a hiring manager would be asking you in your next interview? This program helps you better recognize and understand the range of interview questions and techniques employed by companies. You can develop the ability to answer even unexpected questions. 1:30 p.m. Monday, Career Resource Center, 40 East Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, Free CRC members; $20 non-members, 847-295-5626
The Soil Food Web- What You Need to Know: Dr. Rex Bastian shows how soil microorganisms play a very important, but under appreciated role in plant culture. We will learn how soil organisms form complex food webs and how these food webs function to help our plants. 7 p.m. Monday, CrossLife Evangelical Free Church, 431 West Austin Ave., Libertyville, free, 847-772-2186
Knights of Columbus Bingo: Knights of Columbus is having weekly bingo as a fundraiser to help support Santa Maria church and the community. Knights of Columbus is a nonprofit family fraternal service organization. 6:45 p.m. Monday, Santa Maria Del Popolo Catholic Church, 116 N. Lake St., Mundelein, free, 847-566-8213
Mundelein and Vernon Hills Rotary Club: Weekly meeting to discuss community service projects and fellowship. Meetings are held at the restaurant each Monday. 12:15 p.m. Monday, Dover Straits, 890 E. US Highway 45, Mundelein, free, 847-949-1550
English as a Second Language class: Township High School District 113 is offering a free English as a Second Language class. Registration is requested. 9 a.m. Monday, 9 a.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. Friday, North Chicago Public Library, 2100 Argonne Drive, North Chicago, free, 847-689-0125
Valentine’s Day Craft: Make various Valentine’s Day crafts and boxes for Valentine’s Day. Also, there will be story time and refreshments. Registration is requested. 3 p.m. Monday, North Chicago Public Library, 2100 Argonne Drive, North Chicago, free, 847-689-0125
Tuesday
Chair Yoga: Experience safe yoga movements and poses that build awareness of your body and breath. This three session series leaves participants relaxed and refreshed. All fitness levels are welcome. 2 p.m. Tuesday, Antioch Public Library, 757 Main St., Antioch, free, 847-395-0874
Camera Club: Share an interest in photography, of any level with programming that includes speakers, friendly contests and field trips. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Lake Forest Place, 1100 Pembridge Drive, Lake Forest, free, 847-744-0610
Families Anonymous: This is a 12 Step fellowship for the families and friends who have known a feeling of desperation concerning the destructive behavior of someone very near to them, whether caused by drugs, alcohol or related behavioral problems. Any concerned person is encouraged to attend our meetings, even if there is only a suspicion of a problem, on Tuesdays from 7:30-9 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville, free, 847-918-7157
Lake County Retired Teachers Association: Our speaker this month will be Mr. Curtis Dorsey, speaking on African culture. Mr. Dorsey is a longtime resident of Lake County, an educator, an administrator and someone who will certainly give us many insights about that part of the world and share with us what he has learned. We invite all retired educators to attend, no reservations are needed so join us in meeting old friends and making new ones. 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Lambs Farm, 14245 West Rockland Road, Libertyville, $16, 847-362-4636
Advocate Condell Medical Center Bereavement Group: This is a support group for widows, widowers, significant others or anyone grieving the death of someone close. The group meets every Tuesday, except for the fifth Tuesday of the month at the Daycare Center, Building 700, Solarium 11048, adjacent to the West Tower and the Conference Center. For additional information contact: matthew-j.holmes@advocatehealth.com. 7 p.m. Tuesday, Advocate Condell’s Intergenerational Daycare Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville, free, 847-816-4585
Technology Tuesday Brown Bag Series: Attend this series of four workshops and learn how to use technology to protect and grow your business. Bring your lunch and join us! 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, College of Lake County – Southlake Campus, 1120 South Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills, $75 for series of four workshops, 847-543-2033
Essential Technology for Small Business: This session, designed to help business owners cut through the flood of technology decisions a small company has to make, focuses on simple, cost effective technologies that make your life easier and business run more smoothly. 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, College of Lake County – Southlake Campus, 1120 South Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills, $25, 847-543-2033
Wednesday
Parkinson’s Support Group for Caregivers: Individuals who are involved in the care of someone with Parkinson’s can meet others who face similar challenges, gain emotional support, and discover ways to relieve caregiver stress. Led by Nina Afremow, L.C.S.W. For more information, call Nina Afremow. Noon Wednesday, Weinberg Community for Senior Living, 1551 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield, free, 847-236-7853
Deerbrook Park Toastmasters Club: Improve public speaking, communication and leadership skills. The Club meets the first and third Wednesday of every month. 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, Deerfield Public Library, 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield, free, 847-537-6438
Zumba Fitness Classes with Live Drummers: Zumba Fitness Class led by Melissa Kerpel, Kate Wettergren & Ruben Zapata. Licensed Zumba instructors, AFAA group exercise certified, CPR certified. For more info: www.melissazumba.com and 312-961-8484. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday and 6:30 p.m. Saturday, JCYS Lutz Family Center, 800 Clavey Road, Highland Park, $10/drop-in OR punch card ($35/5 classes, $70/10 classes), 312-961-8484
Tarot Readings at Re-Invent Gallery in Lake Forest: Madelyn Sergel of Contemporary Tarot offers tarot readings every Wednesday at the Re-Invent Gallery in Lake Forest. Both by-appointment and walk-in readings are available Wednesdays, scheduled appointments between noon and 2 p.m. and walk-ins 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Readings range from 5-10 minutes to 20+ minutes, depending on the question and number of cards used. Tarot reading gift certificates are also available. Noon Wednesday, Re-Invent Gallery, 202 E. Wisconsin Ave., Lake Forest, $15-$50; To schedule a reading, e-mail madelyntarot@gmail.com., 224-419-5119
New Interior Design Trends: Local design experts weigh in on the hottest trends you’ll be dying to try this season. See what’s new and what small changes can make a big impact in your home from your kitchen and bath to flooring, tile, window treatments and lighting. See samples of the newest materials in each category. Registration is required. Please call or visit the library’s website at www.eapl.org to register or for more information. 7 p.m. Wednesday, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich, free, 847-438-3433
