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SUMMARY:Slime Sisters Slime Party!
DESCRIPTION:No school? No problem! Kids can join a slime party at Gorton with the Slime Sisters on Monday\, October 9! \nYour kids will have a blast making their own slime! They can customize their color\, add charms and even some glitter.  Each child will have their own bowls that they get to mix and watch as their slime comes to life! Ages 5 – 10\, parents are allowed to stay and watch. \nThe Slime Sisters will offer 2 separate sessions – 10 – 11 am OR 12 – 1 pm \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/slime-sisters-slime-party/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Art,Classes,Specialty,Youth
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SUMMARY:All Things Guitar Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Guitar players and enthusiasts can enjoy an interactive workshop covering popular guitar playing concepts\, from approaching different styles and techniques on acoustic and electric\, to the use of effects and creative looping. Attendees are welcome to bring their own instruments. Each workshop will culminate with a group jam for those interested. These workshops are a great opportunity for guitar lovers to come together and celebrate all things guitar. All experience levels are welcome! \nDave Hiltebrand has been a full-time musician for over 25 years. Since graduating from DePaul University School of Music\, Dave has had extensive experience as a performer\, composer and studio musician. Highlights include the national tour of Jersey Boys\, co-writing and co-producing two national top-ten songs\, composing work for clients including the Oprah Winfrey Show\, Nike and Allstate\, and tours to South Africa\, Cuba\, Spain\, Italy and Egypt. His debut solo guitar album Yoguitar\, Vol. 1 was released in 2016. Dave is currently an adjunct professor of Digital Music at Elmhurst University. \nwebsite: www.davehiltebrand.com \nInstagram: @davehiltebrand \nYouTube: @dave-hiltebrand 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/all-things-guitar-workshop-4/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes
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SUMMARY:All Level Yoga with Areta
DESCRIPTION: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 bring you back into balance while opening\, lengthening and strengthening the body. Whether you are new to yoga or an experienced practitioner\, this mindful flow class will leave you feeling renewed and energized. Bring a mat and a water bottle. \nTraditional Vinyasa Flow Yoga is a dynamic style of yoga that emphasizes the synchronization of breath and movement as practitioners flow through a sequence of poses. It combines the ancient practice of yoga with a modern approach that focuses on creating a fluid and rhythmic movement pattern. Vinyasa Flow is known for its creative sequencing and the way it allows practitioners to explore their bodies\, breath\, and minds in a harmonious way. \nTaking a yoga class can offer a variety of physical\, mental\, and emotional benefits including improving cardiovascular health\, reducing stress and tension and leaving you feeling more energized and revitalized. \nAreta has been teaching yoga in Lake Forest and in yoga studios along the North Shore for 10 years and is E-RYT 500 Certified. Areta’s passion is bringing yoga to EVERY BODY\, and has additional certifications in Meditation\, Adaptive Yoga for Disabilities\, Senior Yoga\, Love Your Brain for traumatic brain injury\, Yoga for Eating Disorder Recovery\, Yin Yoga\, and Yoga for 12 Step Recovery. Areta teaches yoga to inspire and empower physical well-being\, spiritual balance and awakening for everyday life. She is a long-time resident of Lake Forest and a disability advocate and volunteer yoga coach for the Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association (GLASA).
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/all-level-yoga-with-areta-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Arrangements with Alisa
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we roll up our sleeves and create a mixed plant design you can enjoy for the months to come. We will use orchids\, trailing foliage\, succulents\, air plants\, moss\, and dried seasonal components to fill a container of your choosing. \n\nBring gardening gloves\nWear clothes that you don’t mind getting a little dirty\nBring the container you’ll use for your arrangement\n(suggested size 8″ – 12″ wide x 6 ” deep)\n\nAll other supplies and plants will be provided. Complimentary beverage provided (includes wine\, sparkling water\, beer & soda). \nAlisa will not only show you how to fill your container with easy-to-care-for plants but also show you some of her favorite products and tools to make caring for your creation a breeze in the weeks ahead. \nYou will leave with a gorgeous arrangement to display in your home\, skills to create more designs in the future\, and the confidence to step outside of the box with new tools in your toolbox! \nAbout the Instructor: With a 20-year background in custom event décor and floral design (previously The Flower Firm\, Four Finches\, Epic Events\, and Ivan Carlson\, now Pasquesi Home and Gardens\,) Alisa has been drawn to plants since childhood.  Raised by avid home gardeners\, she has always made sure to seed save\, encouraging others to appreciate flowers and plants in their homes and surroundings. Her enthusiasm and breadth of knowledge will help encourage you to create your own design masterpiece for your Autumnal Inspired Centerpiece for your home!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/arrangements-with-alisa/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:Open Studio with Instruction & Supplies
DESCRIPTION:Rediscover your inner artist with Joalida Smit. In this class for adults\, Joalida invites you to join her during the Gorton Open Studios. She will supply all art materials (canvas\, paper\, acrylic paints\, brushes)\,  provide direction\, advice and guidance as you start that new project or learn to paint in a supportive working art studio. All levels\, ages and genres welcome!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/open-studio-with-instruction-supplies/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Classes
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SUMMARY:Cold Curious? Discover the benefits of the cold water plunge
DESCRIPTION:Cold therapy\, an age-old practice that has gained renewed attention in recent times through approaches like the Wim Hof Method\, offers a plethora of remarkable benefits for the body and mind. By immersing oneself in cold water\, whether through cold showers or plunging into cold pools\, individuals can tap into a range of physiological and mental advantages that contribute to overall well-being. Learn greater insight into why you may want to start a cold therapy practice and how to do it safely and effectively. In this workshop\, you will have your questions answered! \nAn 8 am Saturday morning plunge will take place at Lake Forest Beach the weekend following the event. All participants are invited to join! \nJust some of the benefits of Cold Water Immersion: \n\nEnhanced circulation and immune function\nImproved metabolism and fat burning\nInflammation reduction\nMood enhancement\nCardiovascular health\nIncreased energy\n\n \nJAMES STEWART \nJames\, a true entrepreneur\, has been leading and coaching individuals and teams for over 20 years. As a coach\, he inspires a high level of performance and accountability in others. \nHis introduction to conscious breath-work and cold exposure incorporates the Wim Hof Method\, and he has found these tools to be the most effective way to optimize and elevate both the physiological and non-physical parts of ourselves. Trained and certified in several disciplines\, James has spent the last 5 years educating and facilitating these processes in workshops and retreats.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/cold-curious-all-your-questions-answered-about-cold-plunging/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Community,Events
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SUMMARY:Salsarobics
DESCRIPTION:No class on October 13! Join us for the next session on Friday\, October 20!\nJoin 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 ongoing!! \nThe option of varying intensity levels from low to moderate to high is a choice that is ongoing throughout the class while moving to a myriad of enticing Latin\, Caribbean\, Spaniard and African beats. Low-impact and high-impact options are also presented to choose from. \n-Esther offers an experience that averages  4000-4200 steps with varying degrees of intensity. \n-Total Body Training (TBT) Systems Methodology is used to maintain proper postural alignment and ensure muscular conditioning. \n-Peripheral Heart Action (PHA) training methodology is used to work with aerobic intensity which is  optional and challenged based on the level that the participant chooses to execute the rhythmic steps \n-Using inline motion protocol\, moving from one end of the room to the other end makes the participant effectively and functionally use steps\, while working on balance and coordination by changing direction {lateral\, diagonal\, front\, backward). \nProprioceptive Neurological Facilitation (PNF) stretching is performed at the end of the session. \nSALSArobics was created by Colombian-born Esther Gutierrez Sloan.  Esther has performed SALSArobics on national television and local television in Illinois\, California\, Florida and New York. \nEsther has led SALSArobics classes\, exhibitions\, workshops and presentations at fitness conventions\, health clubs\, schools\, fundraising events\, ethnic festivals\, internationally and nationally. \nEsther was inducted into the National Fitness Hall of Fame in 2010 in recognition of her pioneering efforts to introduce authentic Latin rhythms and dance steps into aerobic exercise in 1989 when she created SALSArobics.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/salsarobics-9/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Tai Chi With Ken Ning
DESCRIPTION: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 both beginners and experienced practitioners. \nTai Chi is an inclusive form of exercise that anyone can do\, whether you are in peak shape\, or have limited mobility. Despite its slow pace\, Tai Chi is a valuable exercise for all ages\, read about the health benefits of Tai Chi below. Dress comfortably and be prepared to have fun in Ken’s Tai Chi class. \nHealth Benefits of Tai Chi \nTai Chi has numerous health benefits. It is good for balance\, flexibility\, and stress – regular Tai Chi practice can improve overall physical health and well-being. In fact\, Harvard Health suggests Tai Chi might be “…the perfect activity for the rest of your life.” \nAs a form of exercise\, researchers in Toronto found Tai Chi is equivalent to brisk walking. So\, instead of worrying about your steps (how boring)\, join Ken’s Tai Chi class and have some more fun while you exercise. \nUnlike other forms of exercise\, Tai Chi movements are performed with relaxed muscles and a focus on deep breathing. Slow and gentle\, Tai Chi can improve blood flow\, balance\, and relaxation. Each Tai Chi pose flows into the next with circular\, continuous movements. This helps improve your balance and flexibility without putting strain on muscles and joints. \nTai Chi is also a very social activity\, commonly practiced in groups that rhythmically synchronize slow movements with deep breathing. Like meditation\, Tai Chi creates a calm and focused mind and can create a state of mindfulness. \nTai Chi also benefits emotional well-being and mental health. Regular Tai Chi practice can improve concentration\, physical self-awareness\, and create a sense of inner peace. Tai chi is a great exercise for relieving stress and has been shown to benefit hypertension and high blood pressure. \nWhat is Tai Chi? \nTai Chi is a Chinese traditional exercise that blends martial arts’ movement with meditation. Dating back a thousand years\, Tai Chi remains a popular activity in China and around the world. \nTai Chi is a series of slow\, choreographed martial arts movements and poses. Tai Chi poses are circular and continuous\, with an emphasis on smooth transitions and maintaining a centered and grounded posture. Tai Chi poses mimic the movements of animals or nature\, such as flowing water or a bird in flight.  \nKen has been practicing martial arts for 27 years\, and started Tai Chi training in 1996 with Sifu Dale Washington\, Sifu Ban Toy in 2000 and Grand Master Yang Jun in 2006. He has been practicing Tai Chi for 21 years and teaching Tai Chi for 12 years. In 2016\, he received a Gold Eagle certificate from Yang Family Tai Chi Chuan Association. certificate. Ken is also one of Grand Master Yang Jun’s Disciples for the Yang Family Tai Chi Chuan. He teaches Kickboxing and Full-contact Martial Arts teacher and is certified by Ng Family Martial Arts Association.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/tai-chi-with-ken-ning-2-2023-10-14/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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