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Dixon’s Violin Concert
Dixon’s Violin Concert
You've never heard violin like this! The world's premier visionary violinist, Dixon's life mission is to inspire people - and he has done so at over […]
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2 events,
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 (FREE WORKSHOP)
Overture STEAM Music Class (FREE WORKSHOP)
Join us for this free workshop! Registration is required. How cool would it be if your child could learn music while playing video games? Overture Games […]
5 events,
Kindermusik Level 1-2(16 Months – 3.5 YO)
Kindermusik Level 1-2(16 Months – 3.5 YO)
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 – 16 Months
Kindermusik Foundations: Babies – 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, […]
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 […]
Acting for Ages 9 to 14
Acting for Ages 9 to 14
First-timers and veterans explore their creative sides on stage and in front of the camera. The basics of acting such as hitting a mark, enunciation and […]
3 events,
HUMAN NATURE
HUMAN NATURE
This documentary explores the breakthrough called CRISPR that opens the door to curing diseases, reshaping the biosphere, and designing our own children. A provocative exploration of […]
Adult Art: Blooming Cactus
Adult Art: Blooming Cactus
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Paint a flower prickly pear cactus in watercolor during this class. Take a cue from western succulents and mix vibrant colors in […]
HUMAN NATURE
HUMAN NATURE
This documentary explores the breakthrough called CRISPR that opens the door to curing diseases, reshaping the biosphere, and designing our own children. A provocative exploration of […]
1 event,
Palette & Pours: Water Lillies, Monet
Palette & Pours: Water Lillies, Monet
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 […]
5 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 […]
Soccer Shots Mini for Ages 2-3
Soccer Shots Mini for Ages 2-3
Learn Soccer with Soccer Shots Mini – A Fun & Engaging Class for Toddlers! Looking for an exciting way to introduce your little one to the […]
Soccer Shots Classic for Ages 3-5
Soccer Shots Classic for Ages 3-5
Kick Off the Fun with Soccer Shots Classic – A Dynamic Soccer Class for Ages 3-5! Is your child ready to learn and play in an […]
Overture STEAM Music Class (FREE WORKSHOP)
Overture STEAM Music Class (FREE WORKSHOP)
Join us for this free workshop! Registration is required. How cool would it be if your child could learn music while playing video games? Overture Games […]
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 […]
4 events,
FLY FISHING FILM TOUR 2025 & DEMOS
FLY FISHING FILM TOUR 2025 & DEMOS
The highly anticipated 19th Annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is back and ready with a curated selection of the best fly fishing films from around […]
FLY FISHING FILM TOUR 2025 & DEMOS
FLY FISHING FILM TOUR 2025 & DEMOS
The highly anticipated 19th Annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is back and ready with a curated selection of the best fly fishing films from around […]
Good Grief: Understanding Pet Loss
Good Grief: Understanding Pet Loss
Join Jessica from the Animal Hospital of West Lake Forest as she helps grieving pet owners who have lost their pet as well as those who […]
Harmony Singing Series: Featuring Queen
Harmony Singing Series: Featuring Queen
Learn to Sing in Harmony Like Queen – A Vocal Workshop Ever wanted to blend your voice into stunning harmonies like Queen? Now’s your chance! Join […]
1 event,
Sketching & Drawing with Phil Schorn
Sketching & Drawing with Phil Schorn
In this class, students will learn to draw what they see. And, to learn pencil techniques to create a finished piece of art. Students will work […]
4 events,
UNTETHERED: CREATING CONNECTED FAMILIES, SCHOOLS, AND COMMUNITIES TO RAISE A RESILIENT GENERATION
UNTETHERED: CREATING CONNECTED FAMILIES, SCHOOLS, AND COMMUNITIES TO RAISE A RESILIENT GENERATION
Over the past decade, children’s mental health challenges have reached epidemic levels—stress, anxiety, childhood depression, and suicide are at unprecedented high rates. Amid high-stakes pressure for […]
Art Impact Project: Poetrees
Art Impact Project: Poetrees
Celebrate Poetry Month with Art Impact Project! Combining visual art with the written word can help us to look at art in a new way, and […]
Kundalini Yoga Class
Kundalini Yoga Class
Kundalini Yoga: Awaken Your Inner Energy Unlock your full potential with Kundalini Yoga, the “Yoga of Awareness.” This dynamic yoga class combines postures, breathwork, mantra, music, […]
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 […]
5 events,
DEAR WRITER: PEP TALKS & PRACTICAL ADVICE FOR THE CREATIVE LIFE
DEAR WRITER: PEP TALKS & PRACTICAL ADVICE FOR THE CREATIVE LIFE
New York Times bestselling author and poet Maggie Smith (FAN ’20, ’23) believes creativity is our birthright as human beings. Yes, all of us—no matter our […]
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 […]
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! […]
Cannoli Class! Learn to Make Cannoli
Cannoli Class! Learn to Make Cannoli
Tony "Cannoli" Volpentesta was taught in his Italian grandmother's kitchen and is in never-ending pursuit to make the perfect cannoli shells as vehicles for his delectable […]
Youth Self-Defense Class with Fit2Defend Academy
Youth Self-Defense Class with Fit2Defend Academy
Empower Your Child with Confidence & Strength! Give your child the skills they need to stay safe, stand strong, and grow into a confident leader! Our […]
3 events,
Divorcing with Dignity
Divorcing with Dignity
Are you or someone you know contemplating a divorce? This workshop will help you to understand the best options for you and your family. If a […]
Introduction to the East Asian Garden
Introduction to the East Asian Garden
Discover the Beauty & Meaning of Asian Gardens Step into the serene world of Japanese and Chinese gardens in this engaging class on Asian gardening. More […]
Breath & Meditaion
Breath & Meditaion
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 […]
2 events,
Rendezvous Arts Axiom Brass Quintet
Rendezvous Arts Axiom Brass Quintet
We are beyond excited to bring back the Axiom Brass Quintet, who wowed us during our Season One events at the height of the pandemic. This […]
NEVER NOT YOURS
NEVER NOT YOURS
30ish siblings Michael, Ellie, and James drive to their family cabin to visit their parents Jonathan and Maddie. But when their mom and dad unexpectedly announce […]
2 events,
The Singing Zoologist
The Singing Zoologist
Get ready for a musical performance like no other! The Singing Zoologist's high-energy, interactive concert will have kids and parents alike singing, laughing, and learning about […]
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 […]
1 event,
THE FAREWELL
THE FAREWELL
A Chinese family discovers their grandmother has only a short while left to live and decide to keep her in the dark, scheduling a wedding to […]
2 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 […]
Overture STEAM Music Class
Overture STEAM Music Class
Learn Music Through Video Games! How cool would it be if your child could learn music while playing video games? Overture Games offers a STEAM based […]
2 events,
WHAT WE VALUE: THE NEUROSCIENCE OF CHOICE & CHANGE
WHAT WE VALUE: THE NEUROSCIENCE OF CHOICE & CHANGE
With so many competing priorities pulling us in different directions every day―family, friends, work, our health―it can feel difficult to make decisions that are aligned with […]
Cooking at Froggy’s: Lamb
Cooking at Froggy’s: Lamb
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 […]
2 events,
THERE IS NO PLACE FOR US: WORKING AND HOMELESS IN AMERICA
THERE IS NO PLACE FOR US: WORKING AND HOMELESS IN AMERICA
The working homeless. In a country where hard work and determination are supposed to lead to success, there is something scandalous about this phrase. But skyrocketing […]
Twilight in Bloom: Spring Garden Wine Tasting
Twilight in Bloom: Spring Garden Wine Tasting
Springtime Sips: A Garden-Inspired Wine Tasting Experience Celebrate the beauty of spring with a wine tasting that brings the season to life through every sip. Join […]
0 events,
1 event,
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 […]
0 events,
1 event,
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 […]
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 […]
Private Guitar and Bass Lessons with Dave Hiltebrand
Private Guitar and Bass Lessons with Dave Hiltebrand
Guitar & Bass Lessons with a Professional Musician Take Your Playing to the Next Level! Whether you’re looking to refine your technique, explore new styles, or […]
4 events,
RoboThink After School: Expedition Mars
RoboThink After School: Expedition Mars
Come on an adventure building cool space robots using the RoboThink Robotics Kit in this super-fun STEAM program! Kids will learn about space, space travel, stars […]
Women’s Self Defense with Fit 2 Defend Academy
Women’s Self Defense with Fit 2 Defend Academy
This women's self defense workshop will teach participants how to defend themselves in multiple ranges of self defense, the importance of awareness and on the golden […]
0 events,
1 event,
Oil & Water
Oil & Water
Two seasoned painters (and advertising pros) reunite for an epic clash of the mediums! Armed with slow-drying oils, one painter creates meticulous, layered masterpieces that scream, […]
6 events,
Andy Woodhull
Andy Woodhull
Get ready for a night of sharp, relatable comedy with Andy Woodhull! Andy has made a name for himself with appearances on The Late Late Show […]
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 […]
College Application Personal Statement Bootcamp
College Application Personal Statement Bootcamp
Stand Out & Get In: College Application Personal Statement Bootcamp Begin the process of crafting a compelling, standout college application essay. Designed for high school juniors, this workshop […]
RoboThink Workshop: Tanks
RoboThink Workshop: Tanks
Using unique RoboThink bricks, gears, axles and motors, students will be building a cool tank for challenges such as a battle, a race or target practice. […]
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 […]
0 events,
1 event,
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 […]
2 events,
LFLB Nonprofit Board Leadership Event
LFLB Nonprofit Board Leadership Event
Discover Meaningful Ways to Give Back and Provide Leadership in Your Community Have you ever wondered what it’s like to serve on a nonprofit board? Are […]
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 […]
0 events,
2 events,
Family Math Night
Family Math Night
Pizza, Fun & Numbers! No need to worry about dinner—just bring your family and love for learning! Join us at the Gorton Center for Family Math […]
Palette & Pours: Spring Flowers
Palette & Pours: Spring Flowers
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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Sign Up to be a Safety Town Counselor!
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!
What is a Singing Zoologist?
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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