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DEFY: THE POWER IF NO IN A WORLD THAT DEMANDS YES
DEFY: THE POWER IF NO IN A WORLD THAT DEMANDS YES
Many of us comply much more than we realize. How many times have you wanted to object, disagree, or opt out of something but ended up […]
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Kindermusik Level 1-2: 16 month – 3.5 years
Kindermusik Level 1-2: 16 month – 3.5 years
Imagine twirling around the room, marching with happiness, and singing out with joy! You’ll nurture your child’s blossoming awareness and independence as they dance, sing, play […]
Kindermusik Foundations (Babies To 16 Months)
Kindermusik Foundations (Babies To 16 Months)
Treasure every giggle as your baby anticipates the next lift, bounce, and tickle! Babies/early walkers and their grown-ups will enjoy dancing, singing, bonding, socializing, exercise, massage, […]
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THE WAY OF PLAY: USING LITTLE MOMMENTS OF BIG CONNECTION TO RAISE CALM AND CONFIDENT KIDS
THE WAY OF PLAY: USING LITTLE MOMMENTS OF BIG CONNECTION TO RAISE CALM AND CONFIDENT KIDS
Most parents understand that free, unstructured playtime is great for children’s development. What they may not know is that playful interaction with parents is also a […]
Chip Leighton: Texts From Your Teenager
Chip Leighton: Texts From Your Teenager
Join us for an evening of humor and storytelling with author and social media star Chip Leighton (@the_leighton_show)! Chip’s stories about marriage and parenting teens will […]
Gentle Yoga
Gentle Yoga
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
Learning to breathe is an art form. Allowing the breath to center and rebalance the body & mind is a practice. Meditation helps to focus our […]
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Burns Supper 2025
Burns Supper 2025
Gather your friends and join us for Burns Night where we'll honor the life and works of this legendary Scottish poet with supper, haggis, whisky and […]
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Henhouse Prowlers
Henhouse Prowlers
Founded two decades ago with the simple desire to play original and powerful bluegrass, this Chicago-bred quartet now finds themselves at the intersection of performance, diplomacy, […]
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 […]
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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Beginner Graphite Pencil with Phil Schorn
Beginner Graphite Pencil with Phil Schorn
This class is for students wanting to learn how to create a finished rendering with a graphite pencil. Students will focus on how to get outlines […]
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JOIN OR DIE
JOIN OR DIE
Join or Die is a film about why you should join a club — and why the fate of America depends on it. In this feature […]
Kundalini Yoga
Kundalini Yoga
Kundalini yoga is often referred to as the “Yoga of Awareness”. It is a blend of postures, conscious breathing, mantra, music and meditation. Class typically begins with […]
Getting Started with Color Pencil
Getting Started with Color Pencil
Explore the beauty of drawing with colored pencil in this course for beginners. Learn everything you need to get started - types of paper, pencils, how […]
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OUT OF YOUR MIND: THE BIGGEST MYSTERIES OF THE HUMAN BRAIN
OUT OF YOUR MIND: THE BIGGEST MYSTERIES OF THE HUMAN BRAIN
Why do you love? Why do you lie? What makes you happy? Every single thought you have comes from one place: your brain. But what makes […]
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 […]
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Victor Garcia Latin Jazz Quintet
Victor Garcia Latin Jazz Quintet
Victor Garcia is a dynamic and versatile musician whose mastery of the trumpet has earned him international recognition. Known for his vibrant Latin Jazz performances, Garcia […]
Palette & Pours: Jim Dine, Heart
Palette & Pours: Jim Dine, Heart
Grab a friend and join other adults for a fun evening of wine and painting. Sandie Bacon and Lezlie Lenz will be leading this inspiring and […]
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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 […]
Valentine Heart Collage
Valentine Heart Collage
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED Create a mixed media Valentine with a collage of paper, lace, and fabric on canvas. This project will use acrylic paint […]
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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SUPERBLOOM: HOW TECHNOLOGIES OF CONNECTION TEAR US APART
SUPERBLOOM: HOW TECHNOLOGIES OF CONNECTION TEAR US APART
From the telegraph and telephone in the 1800s to the internet and social media in our own day, the public has welcomed new communication systems. Whenever […]
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Kundalini Yoga
Kundalini Yoga
Kundalini yoga is often referred to as the “Yoga of Awareness”. It is a blend of postures, conscious breathing, mantra, music and meditation. Class typically begins with […]
Art Impact Project: Heart Paintings
Art Impact Project: Heart Paintings
Show us what’s in your heart by picking up a paintbrush and expressing your inner-feelings with acrylic paint on canvas. This project is a great opportunity […]
Connect, Visualize & Create + Bevies: Connection
Connect, Visualize & Create + Bevies: Connection
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE NEXT SESSION ON MARCH 18! Connection: Cultivate an Open Heart Join Joalida and Susan on a […]
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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 a cozy […]
After School Art Club With Lezlie
After School Art Club With Lezlie
THIS CLASS WILL BE RESCHEDULED DUE TO WEATHER Do you have a budding artist in the family? Then sign them up for this after-school class where […]
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Gentle Yoga
Gentle Yoga
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 […]
Financial Literacy: Credit, Budget & Savings
Financial Literacy: Credit, Budget & Savings
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE NEXT SESSION ON MARCH 13! Health, wealth and happiness are inter-related components to a successful life. […]
Breath & Meditation
Breath & Meditation
Learning to breathe is an art form. Allowing the breath to center and rebalance the body & mind is a practice. Meditation helps to focus our […]
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RoboThink Valentine’s Day Workshop
RoboThink Valentine’s Day Workshop
Registration is closed Celebrate Valentine's Day with RoboThink! In this workshop, participants will explore hands-on robotics and bring their unique creations to life, all with a […]
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2025 OSCAR SHORTS
2025 OSCAR SHORTS
Since 2006, ShortsTV has proudly brought the Oscar® Nominated Short Films to audiences across the globe. This special release features the year's most spectacular short films […]
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 […]
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 […]
3 events,
Tea with Mrs. B – Etiquette Class for Preschool & Kindergarten
Tea with Mrs. B – Etiquette Class for Preschool & Kindergarten
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Manners matter. Little life lessons like saying please and not talking with your mouth full bring huge benefits for kids such […]
Creative Cooking Camp: South Africa
Creative Cooking Camp: South Africa
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Creative chefs “visit” parts of the world while learning a little about different traditions and culinary arts, as well as playing […]
The Tamburitzans Presents “Legacy”
The Tamburitzans Presents “Legacy”
The American-Croatian Waukegan Tamburitzans are proud to announce Pittsburgh's Tamburitzans will return to the Waukegan area on February 16, 2025 at 4 p.m., at the Gorton Center in […]
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Mr. V’s Day Off – President’s Day
Mr. V’s Day Off – President’s Day
Presidents Day (Monday, Feb. 17) Step onboard a train ride through history with Mr. V. as we celebrate our nation’s greatest leaders and folk heroes. We’ll […]
Traditional African Hand Drumming with Helen Bond
Traditional African Hand Drumming with Helen Bond
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR FUTURE DATES! Hand drumming has a rich history in Guinea, West Africa, dating back to the 13th […]
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Kundalini Yoga
Kundalini Yoga
Kundalini yoga is often referred to as the “Yoga of Awareness”. It is a blend of postures, conscious breathing, mantra, music and meditation. Class typically begins with […]
Overture STEAM Music Class
Overture STEAM Music Class
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR FUTURE DATES! Learn Music Through Video Games! How cool would it be if your child could learn […]
Cooking at Froggy’s: Fish
Cooking at Froggy’s: Fish
RESCHEDULED DATE! NOW FEBRUARY 18th! TUESDAY Join Chef Theirry Lefeuvre of Froggy’s French Café in Highwood for a wonderful evening with friends a delicious food! Guests […]
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JOHN LEWIS: A LIFE
JOHN LEWIS: A LIFE
In John Lewis: A Life, award-winning historian and journalist David Greenberg, Ph.D., professor of history and of journalism and media studies at Rutgers University, presents new […]
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THE GRIEVING BODY: HOW THE STRESS OF LOSS CAN BE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR HEALING
THE GRIEVING BODY: HOW THE STRESS OF LOSS CAN BE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR HEALING
Coping with death and grief is one of the most painful human experiences. While we can speak to the psychological and emotional ramifications of loss and […]
Gentle Yoga
Gentle Yoga
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 […]
Divorcing with Dignity
Divorcing with Dignity
THIS SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Are you or someone you know contemplating a divorce? This workshop will help you to understand the best options for you […]
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 […]
Wine & Chocolate: A Perfect Pairing
Wine & Chocolate: A Perfect Pairing
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Uncover the magic of wine and chocolate pairings in this delicious tasting experience. Sip on a selection of wines from Napa Valley, Sonoma, Russian […]
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Rendezvous Arts: Haymarket Opera Company
Rendezvous Arts: Haymarket Opera Company
Chicago’s Haymarket Opera Company will make their Rendezvous debut this month - and we couldn’t be more excited […]
BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE
BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE
The story of how reggae icon Bob Marley overcame adversity, and the journey behind his revolutionary music. Director: Reinaldo Marcus Green Stars: Kingsley Ben-Adir, Lashana Lynch, […]
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Babysitting & Child Safety
Babysitting & Child Safety
The new Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program from MEDIC First Aid gives teenagers and young adults everything they need to know for safe and successful […]
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 […]
Goodnight Moon & The Runaway Bunny
Goodnight Moon & The Runaway Bunny
A Magical Journey for the Whole Family with "Goodnight Moon" & "The Runaway Bunny" Join us for a heartwarming theatrical experience as the beloved stories of […]
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 […]
CPR, AED and Optional First Aid Course
CPR, AED and Optional First Aid Course
THIS SESSION HAS CLOSED. PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE NEXT ONE ON APRIL 26! * THIS IS A HYBRID COURSE! 1 or 3 HOURS ONLINE @ […]
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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 […]
DETERMINED: A SCIENCE OF LIFE WITHOUT FREE WILL
DETERMINED: A SCIENCE OF LIFE WITHOUT FREE WILL
One of our great behavioral scientists, Robert Sapolsky, Ph.D., the bestselling author of Behave: The Biology of Humans at Our Best and Worst, mounts a devastating […]
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Kundalini Yoga
Kundalini Yoga
Kundalini yoga is often referred to as the “Yoga of Awareness”. It is a blend of postures, conscious breathing, mantra, music and meditation. Class typically begins with […]
2 events,
The Thriving Midlife Man Series
The Thriving Midlife Man Series
***NEW DATE! THIS SERIES WILL NOW START ON WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26 This series runs every other week for 5 sessions - February 26, March 5 & […]
Shaken or Stirred: In Search of the Ideal Martini
Shaken or Stirred: In Search of the Ideal Martini
The Martini – a magnificent cocktail made with gin and vermouth. Unless you use vodka instead, or you add olive brine, or orange bitters, or both. […]
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Gentle Yoga
Gentle Yoga
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
Learning to breathe is an art form. Allowing the breath to center and rebalance the body & mind is a practice. Meditation helps to focus our […]
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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 […]
Fascial Stretch Therapy
Fascial Stretch Therapy
Private Sessions with Josh Watson of Lake Shore Fit@Home! Eliminate chronic pain, increase mobility and improve flexibility and strength. Fascial Stretch Therapy is a neuromyofascial manual […]
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2025 OSCAR SHORTS
2025 OSCAR SHORTS
Since 2006, ShortsTV has proudly brought the Oscar® Nominated Short Films to audiences across the globe. This special release features the year's most spectacular short films […]
Irish Dance Lessons with Fitzpatrick School of Irish Dance
Irish Dance Lessons with Fitzpatrick School of Irish Dance
Your child can experience a touch of Ireland in Lake Forest! In this multi-age class, Littles ages 3-5 will work on rhythm, coordination, the traditional Irish […]
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Help out this summer at Safety Town! Students entering 7th-12th grades can get service hours and help out in big ways each summer at Safety Town camps in June and August!
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Lucas Miller, better known as the “singing zoologist,” has been literally singing the praises of wildlife since graduating with a degree in zoology. His zany humor, smart songwriting and unbridled passion for science inspire his fans, young and old, to respect and protect the natural world.
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