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Gorton's 50th
Birthday Bash
Wellness Class Sponsor
A Brothers Revival Sponsor
PAM & DAVID
WAUD
Bruce in the USA Sponsor
Giordano Dance Chicago Grant
50 Cent
Summer Movies
Safety Town Sponsor
Safety Town Sponsor
Safety Town Sponsor
Safety Town Sponsor
Barbie Party Sponsor
Kids Only Holiday Shop
First Thursdays
Film Series
Sheffield Foundation
Mountainfilm on
Tour Partner
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Holiday Decorations
Storage
Landscape Maintenance
Karen Morgan
50th Anniversary Sponsor
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MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL
MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL
The Ten MANHATTAN SHORT Finalists hail from eight countries with films from United Kingdom, The Netherlands, Ukraine, Italy, France, Australia, Croatia, and Ireland as well as […]
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HOLDING IT TOGETHER: HOW WOMEN BECAME AMERICA’S SOCIAL SAFETY NET
HOLDING IT TOGETHER: HOW WOMEN BECAME AMERICA’S SOCIAL SAFETY NET
America runs on women—women who are tasked with holding society together at the seams and fixing it when things fall apart. In this tour de force, […]
Divorcing with Dignity
Divorcing with Dignity
THIS SESSION IS CANCELLED. Are you or someone you know contemplating a divorce? This workshop will help you to understand the best options for you and […]
4 events,
All Level Yoga with Areta
All Level Yoga with Areta
Areta will guide you through a traditional vinyasa flow yoga class incorporating poses, breath work and meditation. This bi-weekly one-hour practice will help release tension and […]
Drawing & Painting in the Studio with Cheryl Steiger
Drawing & Painting in the Studio with Cheryl Steiger
Come develop your artistic skills and creativity in the way that works best for you! Are you looking to develop specific skills or a new technique? […]
Getting Started with Watercolor Pencil
Getting Started with Watercolor Pencil
Explore the beauty of drawing and painting with watercolor pencils in this in-person course for beginners. Learn everything you need to get started - types of […]
College Freshman Crisis Control
College Freshman Crisis Control
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE NEXT SESSION ON NOVEMBER 5! Join us for a transformative workshop led by a seasoned life, […]
4 events,
Screenagers
Screenagers
"Screenagers: Elementary Edition" is a captivating documentary that explores the impact of digital devices on young children. It offers practical strategies for parents and educators to […]
Adult Art With Joalida Smit
Adult Art With Joalida Smit
Join Joalida in her art studio at the Gorton Center for structured art classes over 5 weeks. Participants will start with mark-making (charcoal, pen, ink), exploring […]
Teen Art Class With Joalida Smit
Teen Art Class With Joalida Smit
Paint and draw with Joalida in her art studio at the Gorton Center! In this on-going class Joalida works with teens exploring different mediums, techniques and […]
Cooking at Froggy’s: Wild Mushrooms
Cooking at Froggy’s: Wild Mushrooms
Join Chef Theirry Lefeuvre of Froggy’s French Café in Highwood for a wonderful evening with friends and delicious food! Guests will enjoy two glasses of wine […]
3 events,
HOCKEYLAND
HOCKEYLAND
In Minnesota's fabled heartland of US ice hockey, the teams of rival towns skate for a last chance to etch their names into local lore. Director: […]
Gentle Yoga with Areta
Gentle Yoga with Areta
This gentle flow class is warm and light, ideal for anyone wanting a slower-paced class. We move to create flexibility and sustain our range of motion […]
Breath & Meditation
Breath & Meditation
THIS SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE NEXT ONE ON NOVEMBER 7! Learning to breathe is an art form. Allowing the breath to […]
2 events,
Salsarobics
Salsarobics
Join Esther Gutierrez Sloan for a fun workout that happens each Friday! The major distinction of this program is that the joy, fun, and discovery are […]
Palette & Pours: Yayoi Kusami Pumpkins
Palette & Pours: Yayoi Kusami Pumpkins
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE NEXT SESSION IN NOVEMBER! Grab a friend and join other adults for a fun evening of […]
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Bruce in the USA
Bruce in the USA
“The most powerful and intense Springsteen tribute on the planet” -Legends In Concert, LV. Bruce In The USA is much more than just another tribute. This […]
Tai Chi With Ken Ning
Tai Chi With Ken Ning
Sign up for Gorton’s Tai Chi class and join Ken Ning each Saturday to learn and practice Tai Chi. Ken’s Tai Chi class is open to […]
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Rhythms of Passion: A Tap Dance Experience
Rhythms of Passion: A Tap Dance Experience
Rhythms of Passion: A Tap Dance Experience brings together the North Shore tap dance community and awareness to tap dance history. This showcase features talented tap […]
Sound Bath Meditation
Sound Bath Meditation
Sound bath meditation is a practice that involves immersing oneself in soothing and harmonic sounds to promote relaxation, deep meditation, and overall well-being. Practitioner Joi Hunt […]
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After School Art Club with Carole Pearlman
After School Art Club with Carole Pearlman
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. CHECK BACK FOR FUTURE DATES! Calling all artists! This after-school art class will not only provide an incredible outlet for self-expression […]
3 events,
All Level Yoga with Areta
All Level Yoga with Areta
Areta will guide you through a traditional vinyasa flow yoga class incorporating poses, breath work and meditation. This bi-weekly one-hour practice will help release tension and […]
Art Impact Project: Feelings Fish
Art Impact Project: Feelings Fish
The ocean conjures many different powerful feelings for people. Let the water inspire you to create your own underwater scene using watercolor and Sharpies. Take a […]
Deciphering Truth from Noise: Media Literacy for Every American
Deciphering Truth from Noise: Media Literacy for Every American
Deciphering Truth from Noise: Media Literacy for Every American NSCC is proud to partner with Northwestern's Medill School of Journalism, the University of Cincinnati and ProPublica to […]
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RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-timePlease note, pre-registration is mandatory and only takes a few minutes - please click the link. If you want to donate blood, make sure to eat […]
ASSEMBLING TOMORROW: A GUIDE TO DESIGNING A THRIVING FUTURE
ASSEMBLING TOMORROW: A GUIDE TO DESIGNING A THRIVING FUTURE
We live in an era of runaway design where the possibilities of new technologies—like generative AI and synthetic biology—are near limitless, but so are the perils. […]
Do Not Submit-Lake Forest
Do Not Submit-Lake Forest
Storytelling Open Mic-WALK-INS WELCOME DNS takes place the second Wednesday of every month. No Cover Charge! Do Not Submit Lake Forest takes place in […]
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Gentle Yoga with Areta
Gentle Yoga with Areta
This gentle flow class is warm and light, ideal for anyone wanting a slower-paced class. We move to create flexibility and sustain our range of motion […]
Femme Financial: Financial Experience to Match Your Needs
Femme Financial: Financial Experience to Match Your Needs
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE NEXT SESSION IN NOVEMBER! Strengthen you financial muscle! Women face more obstacles than men in achieving […]
Connect, Visualize & Create + Bevies
Connect, Visualize & Create + Bevies
THIS SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE NEXT ONE ON NOVEMBER 14th! Areta & Joalida have teamed up to offer a unique therapeutic […]
4 events,
Rendezvous Arts Black Oak Ensemble with Guitarist Goran Ivanovic
Rendezvous Arts Black Oak Ensemble with Guitarist Goran Ivanovic
Friday night concert timeline / Concessions for sale, including beer & wine 7:00-8:15 PM Concert (no intermission) 8:15-8:45 PM Conversation with artists This season we will […]
THE WORLD’S FASTEST INDIAN
THE WORLD’S FASTEST INDIAN
The story of New Zealander Burt Munro, who spent years rebuilding a 1920 Indian motorcycle, which helped him set the land speed world record at Utah's […]
Salsarobics
Salsarobics
Join Esther Gutierrez Sloan for a fun workout that happens each Friday! The major distinction of this program is that the joy, fun, and discovery are […]
Spooky Halloween Wine Blending
Spooky Halloween Wine Blending
Join us for a Halloween-themed class that will immerse you in the enchanting art of winemaking. Embrace your creativity and whimsical spirit as you craft your […]
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INSIDE OUT
INSIDE OUT
After young Riley is uprooted from her Midwest life and moved to San Francisco, her emotions - Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness - conflict on […]
Tai Chi With Ken Ning
Tai Chi With Ken Ning
Sign up for Gorton’s Tai Chi class and join Ken Ning each Saturday to learn and practice Tai Chi. Ken’s Tai Chi class is open to […]
2 events,
Restorative Yoga & Sound Bath Healing
Restorative Yoga & Sound Bath Healing
If you would like to experience a peaceful practice and healing escape, or if you are curious about how to take better care of yourself, and […]
Lake Forest Civic Orchestra-“In the Beginning”
Lake Forest Civic Orchestra-“In the Beginning”
The LFCO opens our season of Epics, Odes, and Sagas with “In the Beginning…” featuring two takes on the creation story. Haydn opens his epic oratorio The Creation with […]
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THE ARCHITECTURE OF URBANITY: DESIGNING FOR NATURE, CULTURE, AND JOY
THE ARCHITECTURE OF URBANITY: DESIGNING FOR NATURE, CULTURE, AND JOY
Vishaan Chakrabarti, one of today’s most inspired architects and urban advocates, has written a new manifesto for architecture as a force for addressing our biggest social […]
Mr. V’s Day Off – Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Mr. V’s Day Off – Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Join Mr. V. in the John and Nancy Hughes Theater for a fun-filled day of music and activities celebrating fall, nature, history, and adventure! To celebrate […]
Traditional African Hand Drumming with Helen Bond
Traditional African Hand Drumming with Helen Bond
Hand drumming has a rich history in Guinea, West Africa, dating back to the 13th century. The drum was a central part of everyday life and […]
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All Level Yoga with Areta
All Level Yoga with Areta
Areta will guide you through a traditional vinyasa flow yoga class incorporating poses, breath work and meditation. This bi-weekly one-hour practice will help release tension and […]
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After School Art Club With Lezlie
After School Art Club With Lezlie
Do you have a budding artist in the family? Then sign them up for this after-school class where they will create with an art history story! […]
3 events,
LEADERS AS FUTURISTICS: CULTIVATING CIVIC IMAGINATION FOR A DYNAMIC WORLD
LEADERS AS FUTURISTICS: CULTIVATING CIVIC IMAGINATION FOR A DYNAMIC WORLD
In today’s politically charged climate, we are inundated with a pervasive narrative of division, discord, and polarization. Yet many Americans long for a more positive, unified […]
Gentle Yoga with Areta
Gentle Yoga with Areta
This gentle flow class is warm and light, ideal for anyone wanting a slower-paced class. We move to create flexibility and sustain our range of motion […]
The Mothers’ Circle: Find Your Tribe & Tools
The Mothers’ Circle: Find Your Tribe & Tools
The monthly Mothers’ Circle is a supportive and empowering class for modern-day moms who are looking to parent consciously and raise authentic, resilient children. This class […]
4 events,
Forks Over Knives
Forks Over Knives
Forks Over Knives examines the profound claim that most, if not all, of the chronic diseases that afflict us can be controlled or even reversed by […]
Salsarobics
Salsarobics
Join Esther Gutierrez Sloan for a fun workout that happens each Friday! The major distinction of this program is that the joy, fun, and discovery are […]
Private Guitar & Bass Lessons with Dave Hiltebrand
Private Guitar & Bass Lessons with Dave Hiltebrand
Please reach out directly to Dave to schedule a lesson! Learn a comprehensive approach to playing guitar or bass including technique, getting a good sound, playing in […]
Bewitched Wine Tasting Extravaganza
Bewitched Wine Tasting Extravaganza
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. JOIN US FOR MORE WINE EVENTS IN NOVEMBER & DECEMBER! Calling all Wine Witches & Warlocks! Don’t be afraid of the pink […]
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Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest Returns to Gorton Center on October 19th! Join us under the tent at Gorton Center as we bring back an old favorite and share a […]
Tai Chi With Ken Ning
Tai Chi With Ken Ning
Sign up for Gorton’s Tai Chi class and join Ken Ning each Saturday to learn and practice Tai Chi. Ken’s Tai Chi class is open to […]
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Peter Rabbit and Friends
Peter Rabbit and Friends
Join us as we bring childhood classics to life! Four favorite Beatrix Potter stories, The Tale of Peter Rabbit- The Tailor of Gloucester, The Tale of […]
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Youth Self-Defense Class with Fit2Defend Academy
Youth Self-Defense Class with Fit2Defend Academy
This program will build character and provide reality based Self-Defense training for our students. Ages 6 - 14. The first element is real world self-defense based training. […]
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All Level Yoga with Areta
All Level Yoga with Areta
Areta will guide you through a traditional vinyasa flow yoga class incorporating poses, breath work and meditation. This bi-weekly one-hour practice will help release tension and […]
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Children Learning Center Fall Open House
Children Learning Center Fall Open House
Have little ones? Looking for quality childcare? Then don't miss the Open House at the Children's Learning Center at Gorton! Come tour our facilities, meet our […]
Picture Perfect: Creative Ways to Celebrate & Cherish Loved Ones with Photos
Picture Perfect: Creative Ways to Celebrate & Cherish Loved Ones with Photos
Bonnie Hillman Shay is dedicated to having people know that they are appreciated and have made a difference in their loved ones’ lives. Celebrating them with […]
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Gentle Yoga with Areta
Gentle Yoga with Areta
This gentle flow class is warm and light, ideal for anyone wanting a slower-paced class. We move to create flexibility and sustain our range of motion […]
3 events,
POLOSTAN: AN EVENING WITH NEAL STEPHENSON
POLOSTAN: AN EVENING WITH NEAL STEPHENSON
The #1 New York Times bestselling author of thirteen previous critically acclaimed works of fiction, including Termination Shock and Cryptonomicon, Neal Stephenson delivers the first part […]
Salsarobics
Salsarobics
Join Esther Gutierrez Sloan for a fun workout that happens each Friday! The major distinction of this program is that the joy, fun, and discovery are […]
GDS Alice in Wonderland: The Original Adaptation Friday Performance
GDS Alice in Wonderland: The Original Adaptation Friday Performance
Are you ready to embark on a theatrical adventure like no other? Come and join us for Gorton Drama Studio's production of Alice in Wonderland in […]
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Plant Powered!
Plant Powered!
Join us for an inspiring evening in our John & Nancy Hughes Theater with Dr. Neal Barnard, President of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, along […]
Pumpkin Canvas (Kids’ Art)
Pumpkin Canvas (Kids’ Art)
Let the fall harvest and Halloween be the inspiration for an acrylic canvas. Paint a pumpkin with leaves and berries -- or create a jack-o-lantern with […]
Tai Chi With Ken Ning
Tai Chi With Ken Ning
Sign up for Gorton’s Tai Chi class and join Ken Ning each Saturday to learn and practice Tai Chi. Ken’s Tai Chi class is open to […]
GDS Alice in Wonderland: The Original Adaptation Saturday Performance
GDS Alice in Wonderland: The Original Adaptation Saturday Performance
Are you ready to embark on a theatrical adventure like no other? Come and join us for Gorton Drama Studio's production of Alice in Wonderland in […]
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GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE
GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE
When the discovery of an ancient artifact unleashes an evil force, Ghostbusters new and old must join forces to protect their home and save the world […]
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HOW TO RAISE A CITIZEN (AND WHY IT’S UP TO YOU TO DO IT)
HOW TO RAISE A CITIZEN (AND WHY IT’S UP TO YOU TO DO IT)
The numbers don’t lie. American civic knowledge is alarmingly low, and many people dread talking about politics—often choosing to avoid the subject altogether. Studies continue to […]
THE SHAPE OF WATER
THE SHAPE OF WATER
At a top secret research facility in the 1960s, a lonely janitor forms a unique relationship with an amphibious creature that is being held in captivity. […]
RoboThink After School: Battle Robots
RoboThink After School: Battle Robots
Attention all warriors and engineers! Prepare for an adrenaline-fueled program with RoboThink where you'll build and customize an impressive array of mechanical warriors. Each week, once […]
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LAKE COUNTY FILM FESTIVAL OPENING NIGHT FEATURE – ROOM SIX
LAKE COUNTY FILM FESTIVAL OPENING NIGHT FEATURE – ROOM SIX
OPENING NIGHT FEATURE FILM Opening night (Halloween) will be the Horror/Thriller film "Room Six", made in Lake County. Filmmakers will be in attendance and will have […]
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GATHER ME: MEMOIR IN PRAISE OF THE BOOKS THAT SAVED ME
GATHER ME: MEMOIR IN PRAISE OF THE BOOKS THAT SAVED ME
For Glory Edim, that “friend of my mind” is books. Edim, who grew up in Virginia to Nigerian immigrant parents, started the popular Well-Read Black Girl […]
Palette & Pours: Owls
Palette & Pours: Owls
Creating and expressing oneself through art can be a therapeutic and fulfilling experience that promotes mental wellness. Art classes are a great way to meet new […]
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LAKE COUNTY FILM FESTIVAL
LAKE COUNTY FILM FESTIVAL
The festival will be showing about two dozen features and over 80 short films. Gorton Center is thrilled to be partnering up as one of the […]
RoboThink Workshop: Krazy Go Kart Races
RoboThink Workshop: Krazy Go Kart Races
In this thrilling workshop, students will have an opportunity to build, customize and race their own go kart against the rest of the class to see […]
Etiquette: Dining with the Stars
Etiquette: Dining with the Stars
Manners matter. These little life lessons like saying please and not talking with your mouth full bring huge benefits for kids such as social success, confidence […]
Etiquette: Pearls & Bowties
Etiquette: Pearls & Bowties
Manners matter. These little life lessons like saying please and thank you, and not talking with your mouth full bring huge benefits for kids such as […]
Gorton's 50th
Birthday Bash
Wellness Class Sponsor
A Brothers Revival Sponsor
PAM & DAVID
WAUD
Bruce in the USA Sponsor
Giordano Dance Chicago Grant
50 Cent
Summer Movies
Safety Town Sponsor
Safety Town Sponsor
Safety Town Sponsor
Safety Town Sponsor
Barbie Party Sponsor
Kids Only Holiday Shop
First Thursdays
Film Series
Sheffield Foundation
Mountainfilm on
Tour Partner
Mountainfilm on
Tour Sponsor
Mountainfilm on
Tour Sponsor
Holiday Decorations
Storage
Landscape Maintenance
Karen Morgan
50th Anniversary Sponsor
Survey Software
WHAT'S NEW
Karen Morgan Returns to Gorton November 9th!
Morgan's brand of clean comedy is relatable to suburban women everywhere
Warren Miller Film Tour Returns to Gorton December 28th!
Warren Miller's 75th iconic film featuring the very best in outdoor and ski sports will return to Gorton with all new content on December 28th for two screenings.
BE THE FIRST TO KNOW ABOUT NEWS AND EVENTS
WHAT'S NEW
Karen Morgan Returns to Gorton November 9th!
Morgan's brand of clean comedy is relatable to suburban women everywhere
Warren Miller Film Tour Returns to Gorton December 28th!
Warren Miller's 75th iconic film featuring the very best in outdoor and ski sports will return to Gorton with all new content on December 28th for two screenings.
BE THE FIRST TO KNOW ABOUT NEWS AND EVENTS
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Gorton Center is the gathering place in the heart of our community where people connect, converse, learn, listen, play & perform. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization, independent of the city of Lake Forest, that operates to enrich the lives of our communities through cultural arts, education and charitable service.
