Community Calendar for Feb. 17

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Updated: March 24, 2012 8:16AM

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BARRINGTON

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Business

CareerPlace, 600 Hart Road, Suite 275, offers full service job search training and coaching. One-on-one Job Coaching, Interviewing Skills training, Networking etc. Open Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Fridays 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Networking Group meets Tuesdays 10 a.m. Job Skill Building seminars Thursdays, 7-9 p.m. (847) 304-4157 or www.mycareerplace.org

Children

Registration begins April 21 for Barrington Junior Women’s Club (BJWC) 2010 Safety Town. During the two-week sessions, June 11-22 and July 16-27, children attend classes Monday through Friday for 2.5 hours each day at The Orchard Church in Barrington (formerly Health World). Two class times offered during each session are 9-11:30 a.m and 12:20-3 p.m. Safety Town is an educational summer program sponsored by BJWC where a variety of important safety lessons are taught through participation and demonstrations. Safety topics covered include pedestrian, motorist, fire, bicycle, water, poison, electrical, animal, and playground safety, as well as stranger danger. Children also review their address and phone number and how to properly use 911 for an emergency. An integral part of this program is the Safety Town permanent site located at The Orchard Church in Barrington (formerly Health World).  The site was built in 1997 through community support.  This miniature town allows children hand-on opportunities to practice and apply the safety lesson taught during the two week session. Call Jennifer Newman (773) 220-4666 of email: jennifernewman9305@yahoo.com

Creative Care Children’s Center 1410 S. Barrington Road, Lower Level, Barrington offers full time year-round child care for children six weeks old – six years old 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Their Montessori based program is based on the belief that to educate a child you must help the child develop academically, emotionally and socially. Breakfast, lunch, snacks provided. Call for personal tour. (847) 382-3421. www.creativelearningmontessori.org. Creative Learning Montessori School, 1410 S. Barrington Road, Lower Level, has open enrollment for the 2012 school year for Kindergarten-6th grade. CLMS is an independent elementary school in Barrington offering a learning experience with an exceptional student-teacher ratio. Each multi-age elementary classroom staffed by experienced and certified Montessori educator. Students learn to work independently to master academic subjects, but cooperation, team work, responsibility and leadership equally emphasized. PE, art, music and Spanish are also a part of the curriculum. Before and After school programs available as well as a Full Day summer program. Call for tour. (847) 382-3421. www.creativelearningmontessori.org

Noah’s Ark Christian Preschool and Kindergarten is registering 2-6 year olds for the 2012-2013 school year in Barrington United Methodist Church’s facility at 98 Algonquin Road (at Route 59) in Barrington. A ministry of BUMC, Noah’s Ark is in the education wing of the church. Expansive outside playground and indoor motor room. Low student to teacher ratios, and all instructors meet state qualifications, and are trained in CPR and First Aid. Classes are half day, 9-11:30 a.m. For tours of the facility and registration, call (847) 844-3738 or visit: www.BarringtonUMC.com

Educate the Children asks its loyal contributors and the general public to visit www.educatechildren.org, to see the work the organization has been doing and to contribute to its cause. The organization is also looking for ideas and input on how to help local children who are behind their fellow students academically. There are a number of tutoring programs and homework help resources available for each grade level. However, these fail to guide and coach those students who have already fallen behind several years. Contact Marianna Zeidler at Marianna@educatechildren.org.

Creative Care Children’s Center, 1410 S. Barrington Road, Lower Level, Barrington, offers full-time, year-round child care for children 6 weeks-6 years old, at 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Breakfast, lunch, snacks provided. For tour call (847) 382-3421. www.creativelearningmontessori.org.

Lake Barrington Academy of Stars, 22101 Pepper Road, has openings in morning preschool and full day program 7 a.m.-6 p.m. kindergarten and Before and After School availability. Emphasis on Math, Science, Reading, Writing and the Arts. Private Piano lessons optional. Catered lunch, nutritious snacks daily. For tour call the Director (847) 382-7350.

Clubs

South Barrington Garden Club meets 9 a.m. March 1 at the South Barrington Park District, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Staff Members from “Citizens for Conservation” will speak on “invasive plants,” how to identify and what we can do to eradicate them. Guests welcome. Email www.sbgardenclub.org for questions and information.

The Garden Club of Inverness provides annual scholarships in the amount of $1,000 or more to college and/or graduate students pursuing degrees related to horticulture or the environment. Students who live in the area served by School District 211 and Barrington High School are invited to apply. Former winners may also apply. Applications available at the guidance office of local schools; on-line at www.gardenclubofinverness.org; or by contacting the scholarship chair at mkdutcher@comcast.net. Deadline for applications is April 16, 2012. Scholarships awarded at the Spring Luncheon on May 17. Upcoming programs include “Taking the Garden Through the Seasons” by Candy Cleveland Feb. 16; and “Amazing Birds” by Kathy and Bob Andrini March 15. Monthly meeting begins 9:30 a.m. at All Saints Lutheran Church, 630 S. Quentin Road, Palatine. Local gardeners welcome. Betty Ann (847) 358-8438.

The Hough Chess Club, 310 S. Hough St., Barringon hosts its Annual Chess Tournament/Charitable Fundraiser Feb. 25. At the first tournament, the club raised money to finance reconstructive surgery for 5-year-old Meher in India, who was badly burned when her mosquito netting caught fire. The next year, the tournament raised money to send her to school. All money collected from the tournament will be donated to this cause. Stop by Hough anytime from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday for a snack or lunch by Gourmet Cook Zein Bertacchi. All concession proceeds go toward Meher’s tuition. Play in the chess tournament. You don’t need to be in a chess club; you don’t need to be a student!

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

Conservation

Stillman Nature Center, 33 W. Penny Road, South Barrington, Join the Thursday Trekkers outside for a healthy hour-long walk around a lake, through the woods, and who knows where else? Be prepared to hike the trails with sturdy winter boots 9:30 a.m. Thursdays: March 1, April 5, May 3, June 7.

Citizens for Conservation’s Community Education Committee presents its second winter program for 2012 on Feb. 25. Speaker is Michael Redmer of the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service will talk about two very dissimilar animals that use the wetlands in “A Tale of Two Wetland Creatures.” Redmer discusses the frogs and turtles that live in Barrington-area wetlands. Program geared to adults, held in the main floor meeting room at Barrington Area Library. Program begins 10 a.m. but CFC provides displays, handouts, and coffee at 9:30 a.m. As a benefit of membership, CFC members are free; cost for non-members $10. R.S.V.P. to (847) 382-SAVE and provide a phone number or email address in case we need to contact you.

The Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC) and member communities offer a Holiday Light Recycling Program at no cost to residents. All holiday string lighting and extension cords can be dropped off. Garland, live greens, wreaths or other non-recyclables are not accepted in this program. Drop-off at Barrington Public Works, 300 N. Raymond Ave., Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-2 p.m., through March 5. (847) 381-7903

Fall Programs at Volo Bog State Natural Area, Moraine Hills State Park and McHenry Dam. For membership visit www.FriendsofVoloBog.org and www.FriendsofMoraineHillsStatePark.org. Reservations requested for most programs. Call (815) 344-1294 or email dnr.volobog@illinois.gov. Limited drop-ins welcome.

Visit Volo Bog State Natural Area for a guided tour of North America’s southern-most open-water quaking bog (the trees float). Tours held most Saturdays and Sundays at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Leave No Child Inside Month! Guided Tours of Volo Bog most Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Reservations not required except for groups of 10 or more. All ages welcome; Tours last one hour. Visit http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/landmgt/parks/R2/VOLOBOG.HTM

Book Discussions at Volo Bog State Natural Area Second Saturdays 10-11:30 a.m. Of Bogs & Books is an informal gathering of adults who share morning coffee over discussion of nature, science and environmental readings. The Lake County Astronomical Society meets at Volo Bog SNA the third Friday of each month. Business meeting held 7:30 p.m. followed by an 8:30 p.m. indoor presentation and viewing if skies are clear. Public welcome. Visit www.LCAS-Astronomy.org

Education

The Garlands of Barrington, 1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington, off of Northwest Highway by the Barrington-area Library. offers classes as follows: “The Italian Renaissance: Plots, Poison and Power!” 1-2:30 p.m. Feb. 23, in the Surround Sound Theater. $15 per person (space limited). To register for any of their classes call (847) 304-1996.

Barrington Martial Arts, 123 Barrington Commons, hosts Youth Personal Safety Workshop for those seven years old and up. Hands-on workshop covers anti-bullying tactics, anti-child abduction tactics and personal protection tactics. Q & A session. Register at (847) 381-0687.

Entertainment

“Third Fridays …in the Gallery,” is a monthly program sponsored by BCAC and TesserAct Theatre and promotes community theatre and thespian fellowship in Barrington area. BCAC Gallery, 200 Applebee St., Barrington. Call Nita Hunter (847) 710-2027 or visit www.barringtonculturalartscenter.org.

Fundraiser

Chicago Master Singers’ benefit gala, themed “White Nights: A Russian Fantasy” is 5:30 p.m. March 17. Reception and dinner at Wynstone Golf Club, 1 S. Wynstone Drive, North Barrington. Silent and live auctions raise funds for choral music performances. Entertainment provided by Russian vocal ensemble Golosa. Tickets $125 through March 5, $140 after that date. For information and tickets, go to www.chicagomastersingers.org.

The Rotary Club of Long Grove fights back against Polio. The Rotary Club Of Long Grove is hosting Rolio For Polio, a family-oriented charity-bowling event 5-8 p.m., Feb. 26 at the eSkape Entertainment Center in Buffalo Grove. Three hours of bowling, home made pizza and soft drinks. A silent auction, raffle, cash bar, D.J., prizes. $40 per person, children under 6 years old bowl free. To register, visit www.rclg.org and click on the link for Rolio Polio or call (847) 955-9013. Email ryan.birch@edwardjones.com with questions.

The Hough Chess Club of Barrington is hosting its Annual Chess Tournament/Charitable Fundraiser on Feb. 25. At the first tournament, they raised money to finance reconstructive surgery for 5-year-old Meher in India, who was badly burned when her mosquito netting caught fire. The next year, the tournament raised money to send her to school. She was first in her class! The Hough Street Chess Club has made a commitment to continue sponsoring Meher so that she will be able to continue to attend school and have a chance for a future. All of the money collected from the tournament will be donated to this worthy cause. Here’s how you can help: Stop by Hough anytime from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Saturday for a snack or lunch by Gourmet Cook Zein Bertacchi. All concession proceeds go toward Meher’s tuition. Play in the chess tournament. You don’t need to be in a chess club nor do you need to be a student. Since this is a fundraiser, we urge all interested adults and children to participate.

Operation Support Our Troops, stop by Lake Barrington Woods retirement community to pick up list of top 10 items most valued by U.S. troops serving overseas. Drop off items at The Woods. Peanut butter is a favorite. The Woods, 22320 Classic Court, Lake Barrington (just off of Route 12 between Kelsey Road/Route 22). (847) 842-8900.

Health

Buehler YMCA, Palatine is hosting a three hour Zumba Fitness Party 11 a..m.-2 p.m., Feb. 26. Event showcases the hottest Zumba instructors not only from the Buehler YMCA, but from Foglia, Sage, Latof and Grayslake locations as well. $15 Buehler members; $20 nonmembers. Tickets available at the front desk.

NAMI Barrington Area, an area chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, offers NAMI Basics, beginning in March. NAMI Basics is a six week education program for parents and other caregivers of children and adolescents living with mental illness. Classes are held Thursdays 6:30- 9 p.m. in Arlington Heights. Learn current information about Attention Deficit Disorder, Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, childhood Schizophrenia and Substance Abuse Disorders. Workshops in problem solving, listening, and communication techniques, personal record keeping systems in interactions with the school and health care system. Participants given information on locating appropriate supports and services within the community. All invited. No cost; registration necessary as class size is limited. Call Maryrose at (847) 496-1415 or visit: namibarringtonarea.org

New Balance Crystal Lake launches a free 10-week walking club twice each week (Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30 a.m.) to walk on indoor track at Lake Barrington Field House. Email andrew@nbcrystallake.com or call Andrew (815) 444-7239.

Hospice & Palliative Care upcoming events held at The Center for Care. 405 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington, unless otherwise noted. Call (847) 381-5599 for details on programs below.

Ray of Hope - Informational group provides helpful tips on the grief process.

Cancer Wellness Center, 215 Revere Drive, Northbrook, offers: A free Coed Spirituality Discussion Group every second and fourth Tuesday monthly 7-8:30 p.m. Register with Deborah Kroenenberger (847) 562-4982.

Free personal training for those impacted by cancer. Call (847) 509-9595 for a 30-minute appointment. Physician release required.

Diabetes Support Group meets fourth Thursday of the month 2 p.m., Lake Barrington Woods Retirement Community, 22320 Classic Court (off of Route 14, between Kelsey Road and Route 22). Pam or Kathy (847) 842-8900.

National Rosacea Society. Call toll-free number (888) no-blush. Visit www.rosacea.org, email rosaceas@aol.com or write, National Rosacea Society, 196 James St., Barrington IL 60010.

Library

Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway, Barrington. (847) 382-1300 or online at balibrary.org. Register on library website. The “One Book One Barrington” community reading event takes place in February and features, The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. Special programs, book discussions and contests take place all month, see balibrary.org/obob for details and registration. Barrington library card holders may reserve the Media Lab for two hours, with full access to technology tools, software. Call (847) 382-1300, Ext. 311, to reserve one day in advance. Visit www.balibrary.org/about/media_lab for details on lab. Schedule of workshops, classes and programs at balibrary.org – library events. (847) 382-1300. The library offers a variety of drop-in story times for children from infancy through age 5. See library events calendar at balibrary.org for days and times.

Recreation

The Stillman Nature Center, Penny Road, in South Barrington, between Routes 59 and 62, is an 80-acre, non-profit environmental education facility. The Nature Center is open to drop-in visitors (at no charge) on Sundays from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Dogs, on a leash, are welcome to tag along. Thursday Trekkers meet 9:30 a.m. March 1. Free. A healthy hour-long walk around a lake, through woods, and who knows where else? Be prepared to hike the trails with sturdy winter boots.

Northwest Nordic Ski Club is a non-profit cross-country ski club catering to Chicago area enthusiasts. Welcomes beginners through experts of all ages. Local day trips as well as weekend and week-long trips throughout the Midwest. New trips and updates posted at nwnordicskiclub.com; contact info@nwnordicskiclub.com

South Barrington Park District has a new interactive gaming center for kids called Club Fusion in the Community Center, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Active video games, brain games, group games, etc. The PlayStation system includes two motion game bikes and Dance Dance Revolution dance mats. Oversized board games, ping pong, air hockey, bean bags, etc. Play and Exercise for Active Kids (PEAK) sports programs Thursdays. Call Wendy Rodrigo (847) 381-7515, Ext. 25, or wrodrigo@sbpd.net. Visit www.sbpd.net.

Barrington Fencing Club meets 7-8:30 p.m. most Tuesdays, Community Room, St. Michael’s Episcopal Church. Fencing lessons/sessions. New members welcome. (847) 381-4800 or www.barringtonfencingclub.org.

Chapter 790 Experimental Aircraft Association meets 7:15-9:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month at Barrington Area Library, Conference Room A. All pilots, small plane builders, weekend fliers, non-pilots interested in aviation welcome. (847) 381-4286.

“Horse Crazy Girls” through Deerfield Park District (Activity #252524) offers unique activities for girls in Grades 6-8 and girls in 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 Tuesday. For Girls in Grades 6-8: you may register for classes through March 27 (Section 03), from 6-7 p.m. High School Girls may sign up for classes, through March 27 (Section 04), 7-8 p.m. The per person cost for each six-week session is $240. Call (847) 945-0650 or email info@deerfieldparks.org for registration. For questions about “Horse Crazy Girls,” the program or facility, call Becky Loizzo (847) 615-8696.

Religion

Kitchen Kabinet Men’s Club from Presbyterian Church of Barrington meets second Wednesday of month at Biltmore Country Club, North Barrington. Meets four times a year for lunch and conversation. Eight times a year KK sponsors educational program open to all (especially ladies). A buffet at Biltmore Country Club of North Barrington $16 payable to club. Socializing 11:30 a.m.; cash bar. Reservations required. Call the club (847) 381-1969 (closed Mondays); or the church (847) 381-0975.

Scholarships

The Norwegian National League of Chicago offers scholarships and cash prizes to deserving students who are of Norwegian heritage residing in the counties of Cook, Lake, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, McHenry and Will. First scholarship is $1,000 to be awarded to a high chool senior with a minimum of 3.0 GPA and 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 eleven 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 Noregian topic. Entires must be postmarked by March 15, 2012. Call Tom Maxson (847) 297-1656, email sovmax@wowway.com, or visit www.nnleague.org.

The Friends of Volo Bog is offering an Entering College scholarship and a Continuing College scholarship, for $1,000 each, to outstanding students interested in pursuing an environmental career. To be eligible for the Entering College Scholarship the applicant must reside in Lake, McHenry, Kane, Cook, DuPage, Kendall, or Will County, attend a high school in one of these counties, have a minimum B average for the first three years, and plan to attend an accredited college or university. The applicant should be planning to enter a career directly related to preserving the environment. Applications are due by March 31 each year for the following school year to begin in fall. To be eligible for the Continuing College scholarship the applicant must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, pursing a degree directly related to preserving the environment, have a permanent residence in Lake, McHenry, Kane, Cook, DuPage, Kendall, or Will County, have graduated from a high school from one of these counties with a minimum B average, and currently hold a minimum B average in their college studies. Applications due by March 31 each year for the following school year to begin in fall. Application packets available at www.FriendsofVoloBog.org or for pick up at Volo Bog State Natural Area, 28478 W. Brandenburg Road, Ingleside. Volo Bog State Natural Area is an Illinois Department of Natural Resources site located on Brandenburg Road in Ingleside, Illinois west off Highway 12 between State Highway 120 and 134.

Schools

Lake Barrington Academy of Stars, 22101 Pepper Road, has openings in the morning preschool and full day program between 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Kindergarten and Before and After School availability. Emphasis on Math, Science, Reading, Writing and the Arts. Private piano lessons optional. Catered lunch, snacks daily. For tour call the Director at (847) 382-7350.

Two’s Class at Noah’s Ark Christian Preschool. Registration open for new two-year old class in Barrington United Methodist Church’s facility, 98 Algonquin Road (at Route 59), Barrington. $50 registration fee holds a spot; tuition payments due April. A maximum of 12 students in class, and two teachers.

Children’s Preschool Workshop, Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive. Preschool programs 3-5 year olds. Registrations accepted. Tour (847) 304-5282 or www.barringtonparkdistrict.org

Seniors

Barrington Area Council on Aging’s Monday Senior Lunch and Activity Program at Barrington Park District, 235 Lions Drive. Bingo, 10:30 a.m.; lunch at noon. Suggested donation for Monday lunch program is $6; admission for bingo without lunch, $1. Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program Tuesdays and Fridays, 10:45 a.m. Classes held at Lake Barrington Shores Recreation Center; $4 per session if participants register in four-week blocks; $5 per session for drop-ins. Register with Linda Avellon (847) 852-3892, or Patricia Olsson-Prescott, (224) 622-1518.

Ela Township Dial-a-Ride Bus Service offers residents age 55 and older, persons any age with disabilities, bus fare one-way within Ela Township $1.50; round-trip, $3. Call (847) 438-6677.

BACOA’s Low Vision Education and Support Group open to persons of all ages; offers monthly informational meetings and resources and local educational trips to persons with low vision. Group meets second Thursday of each month. Call BACOA (847) 381-5030.

BACOA and Greencastle of Barrington, 445 E. Main St., invite Barrington-area seniors to attend Thursday lunch program at Greencastle, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., and to participate in the “Senior Social” following lunch. Lunch served at noon; suggested donation $5. Advance registration required. Call BACOA (847) 381-5030 for reservations.

Support Groups

Parents Without Partners (PWP) Lake County, Chapter #247 offers a social outlet for single parents and their children. Call (847) 817-5687 or visit pwplakecounty.org

Parents of children with seizures support group, sponsored by Epilepsy Foundation of Chicago, 7 p.m. on last Thursday of every other month, Rand Road, North Barrington. (847) 756-2680.

Al-Anon meets 9:30 a.m. Thursdays at Community Church of Barrington, 301 E. Lincoln Ave. Child care available.

Alzheimer’s Support Group meets 10 a.m. on first and third Saturdays of the month, Room 205, Willow Creek Community Church. Call (847) 933-2413.

Volunteers

American Cancer Society needs volunteer drivers for Road to Recovery program to help cancer patients get to/from treatment appointments. Call (847) 368-1166 or email Linda.Brady@cancer.org. Shelter Inc. seeks foster families for children of all ages, ethnic backgrounds. Call (847) 590-6190, ext. 35, or visit www.shelter-inc.org.

The Northwest Suburban Guild of Children’s Memorial Hospital seeks new members. Meets once a month September-May at a member’s home. Anyone at least 21 years of age may volunteer a small amount of time. Evening meetings held occasionally to accommodate work/school schedules. Call Rosalie (847) 991-2987 or email Laurel at laurel907@aol.com

The Assisi Animal Foundation seeks volunteers. The Assisi Animal Foundation in Crystal Lake, serving McHenry County, is a no-kill animal shelter. To learn how to help, call (815) 455-9411 or visit www.assisi.org.