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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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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 […]
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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Mr. V’s “Winter Road Trip” Performance
Mr. V’s “Winter Road Trip” Performance
“Mr. V’s Winter Road Trip” Come and see Mr. V's winter odyssey across America! Kids will perform his brand new original musical- this will be 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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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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Karaoke: Up Your Game
Karaoke: Up Your Game
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR THE RESCHEDULED DATE! Are you a rockstar in the shower, but a mouse at the mic? Rev up your confidence […]
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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 3 weeks. Participants will start with mark-making (charcoal, pen, ink), exploring […]
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! […]
Irish Dance Lessons with Fitzpatrick School of Irish Dance
Irish Dance Lessons with Fitzpatrick School of Irish Dance
Experience a touch of Ireland in Lake Forest! In this class for ages 5 and up Littles will work on rhythm, coordination, the traditional Irish jig […]
RoboThink After School: Rumble Robotics
RoboThink After School: Rumble Robotics
Brace yourself for an action packed program with RoboThink, where you'll embark on an epic journey of building and battling a wide variety of awe-inspiring robots. […]
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Alice in Wonderland Again: Friday, March 7 Performance
Alice in Wonderland Again: Friday, March 7 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 […]
Palette & Pours: Andy Warhol, Red Shoe
Palette & Pours: Andy Warhol, Red Shoe
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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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 […]
Alice in Wonderland Again: Saturday, March 8 Performance
Alice in Wonderland Again: Saturday, March 8 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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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 […]
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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 […]
Acting for Ages 5 to 8
Acting for Ages 5 to 8
Do you have a budding actor in the family? Turn your child's love of make-believe play into a passion for the arts. Through theater games, improvisation, […]
Art Impact Project: Modigliani Self Portraits
Art Impact Project: Modigliani Self Portraits
Amedeo Modigliani was an Italian painter whose portraits are often characterized by their elongated bodies and blank eyes, distinctively 'Modigliani'. Using his technique and soft pastel, we […]
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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 […]
Cooking @ Froggy’s: Vegetarian
Cooking @ Froggy’s: Vegetarian
Join Chef Theirry Lefeuvre of Froggy’s French Café in Highwood for a wonderful evening with friends a delicious food! Guests will enjoy two glasses of wine […]
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Adult Art: Blooming Cactus
Adult Art: Blooming Cactus
Paint a flower prickly pear cactus in watercolor during this class. Take a cue from western succulents and mix vibrant colors in warm tones. Finished art will […]
Financial Literacy: Mitigating Financial Risks, Illness, Divorce & Job Loss
Financial Literacy: Mitigating Financial Risks, Illness, Divorce & Job Loss
Mitigating Financial Risks, Market Fluctuations, Illness, Divorce & Job Loss Health, wealth and happiness are inter-related components to a successful life. This trio indicates not only […]
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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Alice in Wonderland Again: March 14 Performance
Alice in Wonderland Again: March 14 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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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 […]
Shamrock Art
Shamrock Art
Experiment with shades of green in a lively Shamrock painting project. Stencil, paint and collage a unique piece of art just in time for St. Patty's […]
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 […]
Alice in Wonderland Again: March 15 Performance
Alice in Wonderland Again: March 15 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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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 […]
Drawing and Painting with Cheryl Steiger
Drawing and Painting with Cheryl Steiger
Pursue art through an individualized class by working on the drawing or painting with the medium of your choice. Work from photos, still life, and your […]
Connect, Visualize & Create + Bevies: Alignment
Connect, Visualize & Create + Bevies: Alignment
Alignment: Balance Mind, Body & Spirit Join Joalida and Susan on a monthly meditation and art evening where we will use visualisation to connect with your […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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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 […]
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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Battle Robots Spring Break Camp
Battle Robots Spring Break Camp
Attention all warriors and engineers! Prepare for an adrenaline-fueled camp with RoboThink where you'll build and customize an impressive array of mechanical warriors. Once your robot […]
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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 […]
Tai Chi With Ken Ning
Tai Chi With Ken Ning
NO CLASS ON SATURDAY, MARCH 29! Sign up for Gorton’s Tai Chi class and join Ken Ning each Saturday to learn and practice Tai Chi. Ken’s […]
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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 […]
College Freshman Crisis Control
College Freshman Crisis Control
THE TOP 4 REASONS KIDS FALTER, FLOUNDER, FLUNK OR FAIL THEIR FRESHMAN YEAR OF COLLEGE Join us for a transformative workshop led by a seasoned life, […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
Mr. V’s “Bird Brains” Spring Saturday Show 2025
Mr. V’s “Bird Brains” Spring Saturday Show 2025
“Bird Brains!” Grab your binoculars and join Mr. V. and your fellow birding enthusiasts on the Gorton stage for a musical nature walk through the backyards […]
Soccer Shots Mini (2 – 3 YO)
Soccer Shots Mini (2 – 3 YO)
Soccer Shots Mini is a high-energy program introducing children to fundamental soccer principles, such as using their feet, dribbling and the basic rules of the game. […]
Soccer Shots Classic (3 – 5 YO)
Soccer Shots Classic (3 – 5 YO)
Soccer Shots Classic utilizes creative and imaginative games to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting. Children are introduced to the basics of […]
