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Calendar of Events
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| 1 event, | 1 event, -  Yoga With Areta Areta will guide you through a traditional vinyasa flow yoga class incorporating poses, breathwork and meditation. This bi-weekly one-hour practice will help release […] | 3 events, -  Sing, Dance, and Play with Your Toddler in this Kindermusik Music and Movement Class Join your toddler in a joyful, energetic Kindermusik class designed just for […] -  Music and Movement Get ready to laugh, play, and connect like never before! In this joyful baby-parent music class, every moment becomes a memory to treasure. […] -  Draw & Paint with Joalida Come hang out in a space where creativity comes alive. Artist and educator Joalida Smit invites teens to join her ongoing […] | 2 events, -  The Lake County Film Festival returns for its milestone 15th edition, bringing an exciting and diverse slate of films to local audiences from September 4–7 and […] $5 – $10 -  Mind-Body Connection Join Jennifer for a meditative yoga series that gently guides you back to yourself. In this class, you will slow down, breathe deeply, and […] | 2 events, -  Get Ready to Move with SALSArobics! Join Esther Gutierrez Sloan every Friday for a dynamic workout that blends fun, rhythm, and full-body movement. This class isn’t […] -  Palette & Pours: Ashley Longshore, Profile with Flowered Hair - A Wine & Paint Night for Adults Get ready for Palette & Pours - a lively, […] | 4 events, -  The Lake County Film Festival returns for its milestone 15th edition, bringing an exciting and diverse slate of films to local audiences from September 4–7 and […] $5 – $10 -  Learn Soccer with Soccer Shots Mini – A Fun & Engaging Class for Toddlers! Looking for an exciting way to introduce your little one to the […] -  Learn Soccer with Soccer Shots Classic – A Fun & Engaging Class! Looking for an exciting way to introduce your little one to the game of […] | |
| 1 event, -  Whiskey, Wu-Tang & Wagyu Burger Battle with Revelry Food and WinePresented by Good Ranchers Get ready for a flavor-packed showdown like no other! Whiskey, Wu-Tang & […] $25 – $100 | 2 events, -  Give the Gift of Life at Gorton’s Monthly Blood Drive Join us at the Gorton Center for our monthly blood drive, proudly hosted in partnership with […] -  Unleash Your Creative Voice Have you always wanted to try creative writing but stopped yourself before you began? Or maybe you've written before and want to […] | 3 events, -  Yoga With Areta Join Areta for a traditional Vinyasa Flow yoga class. This one-hour, bi-weekly practice blends poses, breathwork, and meditation. Each session helps release tension, […] -  Explore Your Creativity with Individualized Art Classes Come develop your artistic skills and creativity in the way that works best for you! Personalized Instruction for Every […] -  Inspired by the iconic sunflower series of Vincent van Gogh, this immersive painting experience invites participants to pick up a brush, take to the canvas, and […] | 1 event, -  Do Not Submit – Lake Forest: A Monthly Night of Storytelling Looking for a welcoming space to share your story—or just listen to others tell theirs? […] | 1 event, -  Mind-Body Connection Join Jennifer for a meditative yoga series that gently guides you back to yourself. In this class, you will slow down, breathe deeply, and […] | 2 events, -  Beacon Place Fundraiser-Strength In Every Story Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling, and community with singer-songwriter Jessica Willis Fisher - benefiting the mission […] -  Get Ready to Move with SALSArobics! Join Esther Gutierrez Sloan every Friday for a dynamic workout that blends fun, rhythm, and full-body movement. This class isn’t […] | 5 events, -  Get ready for an unforgettable experience with Family Magic, a high-energy, interactive magic show that will leave audiences of all ages spellbound. With over 60 minutes […] -  Unleash Your Creative Voice Have you always wanted to try creative writing but stopped yourself before you began? Or maybe you've written before and want to […] -  Curious about cookie decorating? This beginner-friendly class is the perfect place to start! Whether you're brand new to sugar cookies or just want to sharpen your […] -  Sweet! Try Something New This Fall Give your child a sweet, hands-on experience this fall at our Cookie Decorating Class taught by Elizabeth Lindbergh of The […] |
| 1 event, -  The Lake County Film Festival returns for its milestone 15th edition, bringing an exciting and diverse slate of films to local audiences from September 4–7 and […] $5 – $10 | 2 events, -  The Lake County Film Festival returns for its milestone 15th edition, bringing an exciting and diverse slate of films to local audiences from September 4–7 and […] $5 – $10 | 2 events, -  Yoga With Areta Join Areta for a traditional Vinyasa Flow yoga class. This one-hour, bi-weekly practice blends poses, breathwork, and meditation. Each session helps release tension, […] -  Curious about cookie decorating? This beginner-friendly class is the perfect place to start! Whether you're brand new to sugar cookies or just want to sharpen your […] | 3 events, -  Guitar & Bass Lessons with a Professional Musician Take Your Playing to the Next Level! Are you looking to refine your technique, explore new styles, or […] -  Let's roll out the tanks! Join us as students dive into the exciting world of tanks, building a variety of armored machines. Throughout the program, they'll […] -  Ready to take your painting to the next level? This class is ideal for artists who already have some experience painting in Oil, Acrylic, Gouache, or […] | 3 events,  Private Fascial Stretch Therapy Sessions with Josh Watson of Lake Shore Fit@Home! Are you struggling with chronic pain, limited mobility, or reduced flexibility? Looking for a […] -  Dive into creativity in our watercolor art class designed just for kids! In this fun and imaginative session, young artists will explore the theme of “All […] -  Come Home to Yourself: A Creative Embodiment Workshop Take time to reconnect with your inner wisdom. In this 90-minute workshop, we’ll explore the healing power of […] | 4 events, -  The Brooklyn Charmers Bring Steely Dan to Life at Gorton! Start your evening with an optional The Gallery + Lucky Duck Dinner AT Gorton, then stroll […] $29 – $39 -  Get Ready to Move with SALSArobics! Join Esther Gutierrez Sloan every Friday for a dynamic workout that blends fun, rhythm, and full-body movement. This class isn’t […] -  Introducing Pre-Show Dinner at Gorton Patrons tell us they’d prefer eating dinner at Gorton before an event rather than rushing at a restaurant. Thanks for the […] -  Grab Your Boots and Get Ready to Line Dance! Dust off your cowboy boots, throw on your hat, and slip into your favorite jeans—it's time to […] | 6 events,  Join us for an encore production of an original musical celebration of the cinematic chiller thrillers of yesteryear, just in time for Halloween! Participants will travel […] $325 -  Unsure of how the college application process works or not sure how to begin? Join us for a full overview of the process, learn what is most […] -  Overture Music x Gaming: Play, Explore, and Learn Music Through Games! What if your little one could learn music without the pressure of formal lessons? At […] -  Overture Music x Gaming: Compose, Collaborate, and Jam With Video Games! If your child has at least two years of music experience and is ready for […] |
| 2 events, -  Restorative Yoga with Live Guitar & Sound Bath - A Mind/Body Experience This is the inner revolution release your body has been craving. Immerse yourself in […] | 3 events,  In this exciting musical theater performance class, students will develop their skills in singing, dancing, acting, and character creation while learning the importance of focus, teamwork, […] -  Inspire Creativity and Confidence Through Art Journaling Give your child the gift of creativity, self-expression, and emotional exploration through the magical world of art journaling. This […] | 5 events,  Theater Basics for Kids Instructors: Jeremy Kruse, Emmy Bjerre-Jensen and Carla Garippo This fun, beginner-friendly class introduces students to the fundamentals of acting, singing, and dancing […] $375  Don't miss this eight-week adult acting class for film, where you’ll dive into the principles of Method Acting while using improvisation to develop original scenes. Each […] -  Yoga With Areta Join Areta for a traditional Vinyasa Flow yoga class. This one-hour, bi-weekly practice blends poses, breathwork, and meditation. Each session helps release tension, […] | 8 events,  Intro to Acting Class for Adults Have you always been curious about acting but weren’t sure how to begin? This supportive, beginner-friendly class is the perfect […] $200  On-Camera Acting and Film Production In this exciting on-camera class, students will dive into the art of film acting while helping bring two original plays — […] $800  Join Gorton's Stand-Up comedy workshop with Jeremy Kruse! Learn the art of stand-up comedy in a friendly, supportive environment. This class covers the essentials of joke […] $400 -  Unsure of how the college application process works or not sure how to begin? Join us for a full overview of the process, learn what is most […] | 10 events,  Discover the art — and life skill — of being in the moment and thinking on your feet in this welcoming, beginner-friendly improv class. Whether you’re […] $400 -  Mind-Body Connection Join Jennifer for a meditative yoga series that gently guides you back to yourself. In this class, you will slow down, breathe deeply, and […] -  2 WORKSHOP TIMES! There will be a 12pm - 1pm session and a 6pm - 7pm session on Thursday, September 25. Just click the purchase button […] | 10 events, -  Get Ready to Move with SALSArobics! Join Esther Gutierrez Sloan every Friday for a dynamic workout that blends fun, rhythm, and full-body movement. This class isn’t […] -  Calling all 6th Graders and Parents! Mark your Calendars! The beloved Grotto Dance returns this year on Friday, September 26 at 7:30 pm with a Black […] | 11 events, -  Join us for an evening of laughter and fun at Fall Down, Standup! A standup comedy show featuring four talented comedians who are sure to bring […] -  "The Way of the Rain - Hope for Earth - A Symphony for our Planet” film captures the live performance presented by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, […] Free |
| 9 events, -  The always-popular compilation of global short films returns to the John & Nancy Hughes Theater at Gorton—come watch and vote for your favorite! Film lovers unite […] $5 – $10 | 8 events, | 11 events, -  Yoga With Areta Join Areta for a traditional Vinyasa Flow yoga class. This one-hour, bi-weekly practice blends poses, breathwork, and meditation. Each session helps release tension, […] -  Come Home to Yourself: A Creative Embodiment Workshop Take time to reconnect with your inner wisdom. In this 90-minute movement meditation workshop, we’ll explore the healing […] -  Pure Vines: A Harvest Wine Tasting Celebration Where clean winemaking meets the harvest season! Celebrate fall with a curated wine tasting hosted by Oakwood Vines of […] | 9 events, -  Draw & Paint with Joalida Come hang out in a space where creativity comes alive. Artist and educator Joalida Smit invites teens to join her ongoing […] | 11 events, -  Trailblazing food writer Ruth Reichl examines the precarious state of America's food system. A Sundance Film Festival premiere. Director: Laura Gabbert Stars: Grant Achatz, Reem Assil, […] $5 – $10 -  Trailblazing food writer Ruth Reichl examines the precarious state of America's food system. A Sundance Film Festival premiere. Director: Laura Gabbert Stars: Grant Achatz, Reem Assil, […] $5 – $10 -  Calling all creative kids! Join Ciao Bella Sewing for an exciting sewing class made just for ages 7 to 12. Whether you're brand new to sewing […] | 11 events, -  Presenting The Garth Experience! Step into the heart of country music with The Garth Experience, a powerful live tribute concert that brings the timeless songs of […] -  Spice Up Your Week with Latin Dance! Get ready to dance with Esther and Walt in a playful, energizing Latin dance class that sparks joy and […] -  Palette & Pours: Autumn Still Life - A Wine & Paint Night for Adults Get ready for Palette & Pours - a lively, adults-only night where […] | 11 events, -  The always-popular compilation of global short films returns to the John & Nancy Hughes Theater at Gorton—come watch and vote for your favorite! Film lovers unite […] $5 – $10 -  Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) Certification Class Prepare for babysitting success with the Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program from MEDIC First Aid—an engaging and informative […] $75 -  * THIS IS A HYBRID COURSE! 1.5 or 4.5 HOURS ONLINE @ HOME AND 2.5 HOURS IN-PERSON! This blended learning style Basic CPR and AED class […] |
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Cinema on Paper - The Graphic Genius of Movie Posters
Step into the world of vintage movie posters with renowned collector and author of “Cinema on Paper“, Dwight Cleveland.
Grab Your Boots and Get Ready to Line Dance!
Whether you’re brand new to line dancing or just want to brush up on your moves, this beginner-friendly class is the perfect place to start.
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