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SUMMARY:Deciphering Truth from Noise: Media Literacy for Every American
DESCRIPTION:Deciphering Truth from Noise: Media Literacy for Every American\n \nNSCC is proud to partner with Northwestern’s Medill School of Journalism\, the University of Cincinnati and ProPublica to bring you Media Literacy for Every American! This forum will empower participants with the tools and knowledge to critically evaluate media sources\, discern fact from misinformation\, and make informed decisions based on reliable information. Please join us! \nExperts will cover: \n1. Understanding Media Bias and Misinformation  \n2. Evaluating Sources and Fact-Checking \n3. Navigating Social Media and Information Overload \nSpeakers include: \nBeth Bennett\, Ed.D.\, Professor & Associate Dean\, Journalism\, Medill School Northwestern University \nJeffrey Layne Blevins\, Ph.D.\, Interim Head\, Department of Journalism\, Professor of Journalism & Public and International Affairs\, University of Cincinnati \nPapajohnGeorge\, Senior Editor\, ProPublica \nMichael A. Spikes\, Ph.D.\, Professor of Practice\, Journalism Director\, Teach of Chicago Journalism\, Medill School\, Northwestern University \nJon Yates\, Former Columnist and Reporter for the Chicago Tribune\, Author of a consumer advocacy column\, “What’s Your Problem?”\, and VP for Global Marketing and Communications\, Northwestern University \nNSCC has partnered with Northwestern’s Medill School of Journalism\, ProPublica\, and the University of Cincinnati to bring you….. \n\n\nPurchase Tickets at :   https://northshorecivicclub.org/
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/deciphering-truth-from-noise-media-literacy-for-every-american/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Rental Events
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SUMMARY:Rhythms of Passion: A Tap Dance Experience
DESCRIPTION:Rhythms of Passion: A Tap Dance Experience brings together the North Shore tap dance community and awareness to tap dance history. This showcase features talented tap dancers from several local studios will be held at John & Nancy Hughes Theather at Gorton. \nThis show is a Gold Award project for Chloe Fournier\, a rising senior at Lake Forest High School. The Girl Scout Gold Award is the mark of the truly remarkable. Through pursuing the Gold Award\, Girl Scouts change the world by tackling issues they are passionate about to drive lasting change in their communities and beyond while they learn essential skills that will prepare them for all aspects of life. We hope to see you there! \n  \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/rhythms-of-passion-a-tap-dance-experience-by-chloe-fournier/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Performing Arts,Rental Events
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SUMMARY:Revelry Food & Wine Festival Hosts the Ultimate Burger Battle
DESCRIPTION:Whiskey\, Wu-tang & Wagyu Burger Battle\nPresented by Good Ranchers and hosted by Hockey Legend and Hall of Famer Jeremy Roenick and Food Network star Troy Johnson. This paramount Burger Battle takes place in the heart of downtown Lake Forest. Ten professional chefs will go head to head for the ultimate reward: Wagyu Burger Champion. Each Chef will create a signature burger using Good Ranchers premium Wagyu Beef. The winner will be selected by a panel of celebrity judges. The event will have live music\, craft brews and cocktails\, along with other local food favorites and fun activities for the kids.\nTicket price includes all food and beverage\nThis event is in The Gorton Center Parking Lot\n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/revelry-food-wine-festival-hosts-the-ultimate-burger-battle/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Rental Events
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SUMMARY:Lake Forest Preservation Foundation Presents "New Buildings in Old Cities"
DESCRIPTION:“New Building in Old Cities:\nAdvice from an Early 20th Century Italian Master”\nwith Author Steven W. Semes \nWednesday\, September 11\n6:30-7:30 p.m.\nJoin us for an engaging program with Steven W. Semes\, Professor of Architecture and Director of the Duda Center for Preservation\, Resilience and Sustainability at the University of Notre Dame. He will speak about his new book titled New Building in Old Cities: Writings by Gustavo Giovannoni on Architectural and Urban Conservation. Giovannoni (1873-1947) was a central figure in the fields of architecture\, urbanism and historic preservation in the first half of the 20th century in his native Italy and throughout Europe. His theory and practice have had a profound influence in these fields up to the present day\, including a sense of community between historic architecture and contemporary design\, the mission of restoration to make our historic monuments whole\, and a deep sense of respect for the character and meaning of historic buildings\, cities and landscapes. \nThere is no charge for the program but registration is required.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/lake-forest-preservation-foundation-presents-new-buildings-in-old-cities/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – Stuart Community Room
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Rental Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T210000
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SUMMARY:Herencia Mexica
DESCRIPTION:Come and experience the beauty of Mexican culture through folkloric dances and music. The 2 hour show will demonstrate the traditions from different states from Mexico.\nFor more information or tickets you may contact Emanuel Bravo at 973-641-5767 or Huitzillindanzamexicana@nullgmail.com.\nVen y experimenta la belleza de la cultura mexicana a través de los bailes folclóricos y la música. El espectáculo de 2 horas demostrará las tradiciones de diferentes estados de México. Para obtener más boletos y más información\, puede comunicarse con Emanuel Bravo al 973-641-5767 o Huitzillindanzamexicana@nullgmail.com.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/herencia-mexica/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental Events
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SUMMARY:Interview with Carolyn Myss by Jenniffer Weigel
DESCRIPTION:New York Times Bestselling author Caroline Myss returns to the Spiritual Social Club! \nJoin us for an “Intimate Conversation with the Divine”. Caroline will discuss the power of prayer – and the difference between “The Power of Love” vs. “The Love of Power.” She will also talk about her beliefs on the soul’s journey after the physical body dies\, having had many conversations with near death experiencers. Caroline will be taking questions from the audience. You don’t want to miss this very unique experience. \nCaroline Myss is a five-time New York Times bestselling author and internationally renowned speaker in the fields of human consciousness\, spirituality and mysticism\, health\, energy medicine\, and the science of medical intuition. Caroline established her own educational institute in 2003\, CMED (Caroline Myss Education)\, which offers a diverse array of programs devoted to personal development and draws students from all over the world. In addition to hosting a weekly radio show on the Hay House network\, Caroline maintains a rigorous international workshop and lecture schedule. You can learn more about Caroline on her website: Caroline Myss \nWHEN: Friday September 6th\, 7pm Central Time \nWHERE: Stuart Community Room – Gorton Center\, in Lake Forest\, Illinois \nCOST: $35 \nAll sales are final
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/interview-with-carolyn-myss-by-jenniffer-weigel/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – Stuart Community Room
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Rental Events,Speakers
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SUMMARY:Gold & Silver Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an all-day gold & silver Roadshow buying event with returning\, trusted gold & silver buyer\, David Kaz of DMK Metal. David will be onsite to evaluate and buy any items you wish to sell. \nHOW TO BOOK YOUR PRIVATE 30-MINUTE APPOINTMENT WITH DAVID KAZ: Simply scan the QR code on the flier or you can contact David directly by phone\, 847-508-0224\, or email\, david@nulldmk-metal.com to schedule your appointment.  https://calendly.com/dmkmetal/gortongold.\nWalk-ins accepted also.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/gold-silver-evaluation-buying-event/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – Nagel Room\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental Events
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SUMMARY:Irina Makkai Dance Recital May 26\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Come for an exciting afternoon of dance with the students from the Irina Makkai Classical Ballet and Dance School and dancers from the Ballet Makkai Youth Company. Students will be performing excerpts from Sleeping Beauty and Le Corsaire as well as dances from their Jazz\, Modern\, and Contemporary Ballet Variations class. \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/irina-makkai-dance-recital-may-26-2024-tickets-for-sale-at-the-door/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Performing Arts,Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240525T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240525T160000
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SUMMARY:Irina Makkai Dance Recital May 25\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Come for an exciting afternoon of dance with the students from the Irina Makkai Classical Ballet and Dance School and dancers from the Ballet Makkai Youth Company. Students will be performing excerpts from Sleeping Beauty and Le Corsaire as well as dances from their Jazz\, Modern\, and Contemporary Ballet Variations class. \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/irina-makkai-dance-recital-may25-2024/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Performing Arts,Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240505T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240505T180000
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SUMMARY:Lake Forest Civic Orchestra Presents "Phoenix Rising"
DESCRIPTION:The LFCO closes our season of celebration and looks ahead to next year with “Phoenix Rising.” Written in 2008\, Stella Sung’s “Phoenix Rising” reflects the tale of a mythical bird\, the phoenix\, which is considered a powerful symbol in many cultures throughout the world. We pair Sung’s work with Wagner’s popular Prelude to Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg. The program closes with a work which occupied Johannes Brahms for decades\, his Symphony No. 1. \nOur Program:\nWagner – Prelude to Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg\nSung – Phoenix Rising\nBrahms – Symphony No. 1 \nTicket prices:\n$20/adult 18-65\n$10/senior 65 and older and students with an ID\nFree to children under 12\nFor more information or tickets visit:\nhttps://www.lakeforestcivicorchestra.org/concerts-tickets/p/phoenixrising-may2024
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/lake-forest-civic-orchestra-presents-phoenix-rising/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Live Music,Rental Events
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SUMMARY:LWV-Lake Michigan Region & Tom Skilling!
DESCRIPTION:The League of Women Voters Lake Michigan Region invites members and the public to attend its 2024 Lake Michigan Region Earth Month Environmental Conference “Lake Michigan & the Great Lakes: Environmental Developments\, Challenges and Opportunities” on Saturday\, April 27\, 2024\, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT at Gorton Center\, 400 E. Illinois. Lake Forest\, Illinois. In Person or On-Line\, the event is followed by Dinner at The Gallery\, 202 E. Wisconsin Avenue\, Lake Forest\, Illinois. \nConference registration includes breakfast and lunch. Continental Breakfast Buffet Opens at 9:00 a.m. Dinner registration is separate. \nCome hear Tom Skilling\, Chief Meteorologist Emeritus for WGN-TV\, and a distinguished line-up of experts and policy makers discuss recent developments in climate change and water science\, law and policy as well as the future of climate change\, water resources and Great Lakes strategy\, including:\nSeth Darling\, Chief Science & Technology Officer for the Energy and Global Security Directorate at Argonne National Laboratory\nTodd Nettesheim\, U.S Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA)\, Region V\, Deputy Director of the Great Lakes National Program Office.\nDonald J. Wuebbles\, PhD\, Professor Emeritus of Atmospheric Science and Presidential Fellow at the University of Illinois\, Champaign-Urbana and Coordinating Lead Author on several international climate assessments led by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) that resulted in IPCC being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2007. \nThe next day\, on Sunday afternoon\, April 28\, 2024\, from 11:45 a.m.-2:30 a.m. please join us for our Lake Michigan “Cruise for a Cause” Brunch\, departing from Navy Pier. Enjoy a delightful brunch cruise on Lake Michigan\, while learning about and supporting the preservation and protection of the Lake Michigan watershed. \nRegistration is open to the public\nScholarships available. For more information email us at; lwvlakemichigan@nullgmail.com.\n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/celebrate-earth-month-with-league-of-women-voters-lake-michigan-region-tom-skilling/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – Stuart Community Room
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Rental Events,Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T210000
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SUMMARY:City of Lake Forest Ward 1 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:  \nCity of Lake Forest Ward 1 Meeting\nJoin your Aldermen to learn what’s new in your neighborhood and what’s happening in Lake Forest!\nWard 1 Meeting: Tuesday\, April 16\, 7 pm\nGorton Center\, 400 E Illinois Road\nAldermen Nancy P. Novit and Joseph R. Waldeck \n Wondering what Ward you live in? Find your Ward\, Aldermen\, and other property information in the Community Portal.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/city-of-lake-forest-ward-1-meeting/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Community,Rental Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240402T200000
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SUMMARY:2024 Lake Forest Caucus Annual Spring Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Lake Forest Caucus Committee at Gorton Center for our Annual Spring Meeting on Tuesday\, April 2nd from 7-8 pm. Lake Forest residents can support the highly qualified candidates for the 2024 Caucus Committee Officer Slate with a “YES” vote. To vote\, bring an IL driver’s license or IL state-issued ID to demonstrate Lake Forest residency.\nIf attendance warrants\, voting WILL BE extended past 8 pm.\nMore information can be found on the Caucus website to help answer any additional questions.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/2024-lake-forest-caucus-annual-spring-meeting/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Community,Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240317T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240317T173000
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SUMMARY:Lake Forest Civic Orchestra Concert "Gloria"
DESCRIPTION:Join the Lake Forest Civic Orchestra for our Sunday concert series at Gorton Center.  The orchestra continues our season of celebration with Gloria. We mark our 35th anniversary season with a new work by Chicago-based composer Amos Gillespie. Brahms’s Variations on a Theme by Haydn is not only a wonderfully exuberant score\, but this experimentation in the orchestral medium led to the composition of his triumphant first symphony (which the orchestra will play in May).\nThe concert is anchored by a collaboration with Lake Forest High School Forester Singers and freshmen from the Select Group – Tenors and Basses who join Lake Forest’s orchestra for Vivaldi’s joyous Gloria.\nOur Program:\nGillespie – World Premier – The Names of Artemis\nBrahms – Variation on a Theme by Haydn\nVivaldi – Gloria \nTicket prices:\n$20/adult 18-65\n$10/senior 65 and older and students with an ID\nFree to children under 12\nFor more information or tickets visit:\nhttps://www.lakeforestcivicorchestra.org/concerts-tickets/p/gloria-march2024
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/lake-forest-civic-orchestra-concert-gloria/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Age,Community,Live Music,Rental Events,Youth
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SUMMARY:Teton Valley Ranch Camp Roundup Event
DESCRIPTION:Come Get the Lowdown on Teton Valley Ranch Camp!\nCome meet our directors and learn more about TVRC! This event will be family-friendly with heavy appetizers and beverages for the whole family. Jim Ligori\, our Executive Director\, and Cora Ligori\, our Camp Director\, will be there along with other local camper families and alumni. This is a great chance to connect with the TVRC network in your area and learn more about camp. It is never too early to start thinking about camp! We would love to talk about whether TVRC would be a good fit for your family in future summers. If you plan on attending\, please RSVP here. Contact Paige Nielsen (pnielsen@nulltvrcamp.org) with any questions about the event. \nAbout TVRC: \nTeton Valley Ranch Camp was established in 1939 to provide unique\, challenging\, and fun western and backcountry experiences to campers 11 to 16 years old. Through everything we do\, TVRC instills passion and respect for the outdoors while building self-confidence\, skills\, and lasting friendships. TVRC’s traditional Camp Program is a 30-day summer experience that includes a variety of activities on our ranch and a chance to explore the rugged landscapes of the West. Our program provides a variety of classic camp activities and unique Wyoming adventures. From horseback riding to fly fishing\, lapidary to archery\, each day\, campers can try something new! \nOn a typical TVRC day\, campers assemble at the fence after breakfast and lunch to hear their options and select their activities. With a myriad of opportunities right in our backyard\, campers love to go swimming in high alpine lakes and fishing in pristine rivers—day trips are always a hit! Alongside our day trips and in-camp activities\, our backcountry trips program provides an opportunity to explore Wyoming like never before. Every camper completes a backpacking trip and a horse pack trip\, exposing them to the beauty and wonders our world has to offer.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/teton-valley-ranch-roundup-event/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Rental Events
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DTSTAMP:20260425T004207
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SUMMARY:League of Women Voters of Lake Forest/Lake Bluff-Hot Topics & Hot Cider
DESCRIPTION:Come in out of the Cold!\nHOT TOPICS\, HOT CIDER–\nThursday\, January 25\, at 6:30 pm\nThe League of Women Voters of Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Area invites you to join us at the Gorton Center on Jan. 25 for a look at what’s hot in our communities from two men in the know. Drew Irvin\, Lake Bluff Village Administrator\, and Jason Wicha\, Lake Forest City Manager\, will provide a timely look at community challenges and goals. \nSip some hot cider with your neighbors while you hear the latest local government news and learn about plans for the coming year. Consider this an opportunity to get your questions answered.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/hot-topics-hot-cider-by-the-league-of-women-voters/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – Nagel Room\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004207
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SUMMARY:Liz Allen\, Tonight I am My Mother
DESCRIPTION:  \nTonight I Am My Mother is a comedic character piece written and performed by Liz Allen. Liz looks back at her relationship with her mother\, a charming southern woman raised on the coast of North Carolina\, with weaknesses for Carolina Joy (aka bourbon punch) and a husband with a wandering eye. Liz shares how she and her siblings – as adults – return to their parents home for a holiday gathering\, and an unexpected event affects the Allen family forever. In Tonight I Am My Mother\, Liz examines her role in the family\, her North Carolina upbringing\, wisdom from squirrels\, some physics\, and Oprah’s teachings.\nNo foul language; mature themes abound.\nRun time: 70 mins\nLIz Allen is a 30-year veteran improviser\, improv teacher and director. She was the training center director at IOChicago (formerly Improv Olympic)\, and has an award named for her: The Liz Allen Excellence in Teaching Award. Liz was honored to coach The Commune in Mike Birbiglia’s feature film Don’t Think Twice. Currently\, Liz coaches improv to improvisers and corporations\, and is thrilled to be performing Tonight I Am My Mother at The Gorton Center.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/liz-allen-tonight-i-am-my-mother/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Events,Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004207
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SUMMARY:LoMastro Holiday Showcase
DESCRIPTION:CELEBRATE! Holiday Showcase\nJoin us for ‘CELEBRATE!’ – where we bring the merry and make your heart sing while your spirits soar. From ‘Holly Jolly Christmas’ to ‘Candy Cane Lane\,’ our dancers are turning up the holiday cheer..\nThis 45-minute performance is a magical celebration of the season. So\, gather your loved ones\, snuggle up in the glow of the stage lights\, and let us ‘CELEBRATE!’ with a medley of your favorite holiday songs.\nIt’s the most wonderful time of the year\, and we can’t wait to share it with you! \nSaturday\, December 16\n2:00 PM\n4:00 PM\n6:00 PM\n Tickets\nhttps://www.lomastro.com/holiday \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/lomastro-holiday-showcase-3/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231215T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004207
CREATED:20231211T225401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T225708Z
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SUMMARY:LoMastro Holiday Showcase
DESCRIPTION:CELEBRATE! Holiday Showcase\nJoin us for ‘CELEBRATE!’ – where we bring the merry and make your heart sing while your spirits soar. From ‘Holly Jolly Christmas’ to ‘Candy Cane Lane\,’ our dancers are turning up the holiday cheer..\nThis 45-minute performance is a magical celebration of the season. So\, gather your loved ones\, snuggle up in the glow of the stage lights\, and let us ‘CELEBRATE!’ with a medley of your favorite holiday songs.\nIt’s the most wonderful time of the year\, and we can’t wait to share it with you!\n \nFriday\, December 15\n7:00 PM \nSaturday\, December 16\n2:00 PM\n4:00 PM\n6:00 PM\n Tickets\nhttps://www.lomastro.com/holiday \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/lomastro-holiday-showcase/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004207
CREATED:20231030T172859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T175553Z
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SUMMARY:Ballet Makkai Nutcracker- Sunday
DESCRIPTION:The Ballet Makkai Youth Company and students from the Irina Makkai Classical Ballet School perform The Nutcracker. Let your visions of Sugar Plums become reality with this family holiday favorite. Join Clara at her party where she receives the gift of a lifetime\, battles giant mice\, and travels through a Winter Wonderland to visit the Land of Sweets. See your favorites candies come to life and dance\, full of colorful costumes and exciting choreography\, the Ballet Makkai Nutcracker is fun for the whole family.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/ballet-makkai-nutcracker-sunday-2023/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004207
CREATED:20231030T172212Z
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SUMMARY:Ballet Makkai Nutcracker-Saturday
DESCRIPTION:The Ballet Makkai Youth Company and students from the Irina Makkai Classical Ballet School perform The Nutcracker. Let your visions of Sugar Plums become reality with this family holiday favorite. Join Clara at her party where she receives the gift of a lifetime\, battles giant mice\, and travels through a Winter Wonderland to visit the Land of Sweets. See your favorites candies come to life and dance\, full of colorful costumes and exciting choreography\, the Ballet Makkai Nutcracker is fun for the whole family.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/ballet-makkai-nutcracker2023/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231112T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231112T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004207
CREATED:20231026T215412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T153028Z
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SUMMARY:Lake Forest Civic Orchestra's Fireworks Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Lake Forest Civic Orchestra is thrilled to announce its upcoming “Fireworks” concert\, a symphonic extravaganza that will transport the audience through centuries of musical excellence.\nThe evening begins with Handel’s “Music for Royal Fireworks\,” conjuring the opulence of the baroque era. From there\, contemporary meets classical with “Celebration” by Yi\, a modern masterpiece that tugs at the heartstrings. A standout moment arrives with Mozart’s “Oboe Concerto\,” featuring the extraordinary soloist Tanya Ganesh from Lake Forest Academy. Finally\, the concert reaches a thundering climax with Tchaikovsky’s iconic “1812 Overture.”\nThis musical journey promises an unforgettable afternoon of orchestral magic. Secure your tickets early for the “Fireworks” concert\, a symphonic experience that will linger in your memory. For more information and ticket details\, please visit www.lakeforestcivicorchestra.org. \nAdult Tickets – $20\nSenior Tickets – $10
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/fireworks-concert/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231020T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231020T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004207
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T182843Z
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SUMMARY:RENTAL EVENT: Tom Fuller Concert
DESCRIPTION:Troubadour Tom Fuller Performs Songs from New Album\nMusical maverick and Billboard-charting singer-songwriter Tom Fuller is a man at a creative crossroads. His passionate career journey to create impactful\, emotional songs continues\, but with significant changes as showcased in his intimate\, soon-to-be-released sixth album\, Straight From The Heart. Always the artistic innovator\, Fuller stripped down past rockers and ballads he wrote down to their core\, reinventing them as intimate acoustic-based love songs\, plus Tom has written a few new tunes. \nOn Friday\, October 20th at the Gorton Center’s John and Nancy Hughes Theater in Lake Forest\, IL\, Tom Fuller will perform a number of these new solo acoustic songs during his first set. Then in the second set\, Tom will lead his top-notch\, full electric band performing his hit songs and fan favorites from Fuller’s 30-year career. While Fuller has performed all over the world at numerous famous music venues\, this concert will also be very special for another reason: Lake Forest is now Tom’s new hometown. \nPop-rocker Fuller’s career accomplishments include the Billboard charting single “Doin’ Nothin’” in 2019 followed by his acclaimed Waterfall album that contained two more Billboard-charting hit singles in 2020 – “Forever I’m Yours” and the title track “Waterfall.” \nOverall\, Tom Fuller’s songs embrace his very personal lyrics that engage\, uplift and resonate with passion\, truth and a lot of heart.  His outstanding Rock/Pop/AC music has broad universal appeal\, with rabid fanbases spread throughout the United States\, United Kingdom and Europe.  Tom has recorded in the past with members of Paul McCartney’s band\, Brian Ray and Abe Laboriel\, Jr.\, plus with a Grammy-award-winning producer on various earlier projects. \nWith his rockin’ five-piece band\, Tom Fuller has performed all over the world at iconic music venues\, such as the Paradiso in Amsterdam\, Gruenspan in Hamburg\, Cavern Club in Liverpool\, O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire in London\, La Maroquinerie in Paris\, plus the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville\, various House of Blues and other classic U.S. musical venues in countless cities.  Fuller and his bandmates have also performed at legendary festivals including Milwaukee’s Summerfest numerous times.  Impressively\, Tom and his band have toured with Little Feat\, Trampled by Turtles\, Tesla and others\, plus played gigs with other chart-topping bands and incredible artists including Soul Asylum\, Guess Who\, Blues Traveler\, Rusted Root\, Robin Trower\, and UFO\, among many others.  Tom Fuller often says\, “Music is my passion and destiny.” \nAfter a break during the COVID pandemic\, Tom’s musical and life journey continues\, and he is excited to exclaim\, “The man is back in action and I’m more than ready to share my new/old love songs and classic rockin’ tunes with you all!!  I hope to see you at the Gorton Center!!” \nFor more information on Tom Fuller\, please visit his website at www.tomfuller.rocks \n  \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/tom-fuller-presents/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004207
CREATED:20231017T190255Z
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SUMMARY:The Seed Keepers; A Conversation with Diane Wilson
DESCRIPTION:Join Lake Forest Library\nPlease come for a thoughtful and compelling conversation between Diane Wilson\, author of The Seed Keeper\, and Davis Schneiderman\, Krebs Provost and Dean of the Faculty at Lake Forest College.\nQ & A and book signing to follow. \nRegister at https://www.lakeforestlibrary.org/event/conversation-diane-wilson. \nThis event is part of Lake Forest Reads\, our One Book\, One Community program. To learn more\, visit www.lfreads.org. \nThis event is part of Native Voices\, the community-wide initiative to illuminate the historic legacy\, current lives\, and ongoing contributions of Native Americans in Lake Forest and Lake County. For all events\, visit the http://lfola.org/native-voices.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/the-seed-keepers-a-conversation-with-diane-wilson/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231018T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004207
CREATED:20231012T200926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T214112Z
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SUMMARY:How Caucuses Serve Voters
DESCRIPTION:A North Shore Caucus Conversation\nJoin us for a community discussion on caucus systems. Representatives from Lake Forest\, Lake Bluff\, Winnetka and Glencoe caucuses will showcase their process fro slating candidates for local public office. A Q&A with the audience is included!\nFree event for the public. No registration needed.\nDoors open at 6:30 pm.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/how-caucuses-serve-voters/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – Stuart Community Room
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231015T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004207
CREATED:20230925T192824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T161809Z
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SUMMARY:Rental Event-Lake Forest Civic Orchestra "New Beginnings"
DESCRIPTION:The LFCO opens its 35th anniversary season with a work written to celebrate another significant anniversary. Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 5 was written in celebration of the 300th anniversary of the presentation of the Augsberg Confession\, a significant event in the Protestant Reformation. Famous for quoting the hymn tune “A Mighty Fortress is our God\,” this work is bright\, joyful\, and full of fanfare. The music of American Composer Gwyneth Walker is performed around the country. Dr. Walker’s Music Alone Shall Live is based on the folk song of the same name and is a rousing orchestral fanfare. We pair that with Festive Overture by another American Composer\, William Grant Still.\nFremd HS flutist Tabitha Mo will round out our program with the virtuosic Carmen Fantasie by Francis Borne. \nStill – Festive Overture\nWalker – Music Alone Shall Live (World Premier)\nBorne – Fantaisie brillante on Themes from Carmen – Tabitha Mo\, Soloist\, Fremd High School\, Palatine\nMendelssohn – Symphony No. 5 in D Major – “Reformation”\nJ. Strauss – Champagne Polka \nHere’s the ticket link:\nhttps://www.lakeforestcivicorchestra.org/concerts-tickets/p/newbeginnings
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/rental-event-new-beginnings/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231008T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231008T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004207
CREATED:20230919T175527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T182626Z
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SUMMARY:Rental Event: Five Seasons; The Gardens of Piet Oudolf
DESCRIPTION:Please join Friends of Sears Sunken Garden and filmmaker\, Thomas Piper\, for a private screening of Five Seasons: The Gardens of Piet Oudolf. This film is an immersion into the life and work of the most influential landscape designer of the last 50 years. Piet is known for New York’s High Line and Lurie Garden in Millennium Park as well as many other iconic urban spaces. He is in great demand for his revolutionary ideas of what gardens and public spaces can be\, and the impact they can have. More than just a movie for gardeners\, Five Seasons changes the way we think about and ultimately see beauty itself. \nAfter the 75 minute film there will be a Q & A with filmmaker Thomas Piper\, garden designer and GCA Medal of Honor Roy Diblik\, garden designer Austin Eischeid\, and certified permaculture designer and teacher Annamaria Leon. \nIn addition to showing the film\, Friends of Sears Sunken Garden\, a 501c3 nonprofit organization established in 2021\, will share details about Piet’s current project – the restoration of the historic Sears Sunken Garden located on the former campus of Sears\, Roebuck & Co. in North Lawndale. Friends of Sears Sunken Garden is working to raise $5M for the successful completion of this project. Learn more and consider a donation here: searssunkengarden.org/donate. \nWe hope you will join us for this special event!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/five-seasons-the-gardens-of-piet-oudolf/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230924T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004207
CREATED:20230910T174158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T203750Z
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SUMMARY:RENTAL EVENT: Italian Opera Gala
DESCRIPTION:Concert Opera of Greater Chicago Presents……\nItalian Opera Gala \n  \nJoin us for an afternoon concert of Italian arias\, duets and ensembles by Rossini\, Donizetti\, Ponchielli and Verdi…with music from La Favorita\, La Gioconda\, L’Italiana in Algeri\,  Ernani\, Attila\, Don Carlo and more. Accompaniment by Maestro Anatoliy Torchinskiy on piano.  There will be English supertitles for this event.\nOur special guests are Baritone Thomas Hall of the Metropolitan Opera and Bass David Govertsen of the Lyric Opera of Chicago.\nOther featured singers are: Soprano Mary Govertsen\, Soprano Kate Uyeno\, Mezzo-Soprano Annie Bennett\, Mezzo-Soprano Paula Schaefgen\, Tenor Benjamin Millar\, Baritone Josh Poucher and Bass Alvaro Ramirez.\nConcert Opera of Greater Chicago is a 501(c)(3) opera company which was founded in 2020 by our Artistic Director\, Alvaro Ramirez.  Our Mission is to provide outstanding classical vocalists with opportunities to perform complete roles; to present operas in their original language in fully-staged or concert performances with piano and/or chamber orchestra and to bring operatic performances to diverse audiences in the Greater Chicago area. \nFor more information\, please visit our website at www.chicagoconcertopera.com\nTickets: $25.  To purchase tickets for this event\, please visit:    concert-opera-of-greater-chicago.ticketleap.com/italian-opera-gala/\nTickets will be sold at the door for all last minute walk-ins.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/italian-opera-gala/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performing Arts,Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230921T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230921T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004207
CREATED:20230824T150447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T182721Z
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SUMMARY:RENTAL EVENT: The State of the Great Lakes
DESCRIPTION:North Shore Civic Club Presents: The State of the Great Lakes\nThe North Shore Civic Club (NSCC) is a registered 501(c)(3) with a mission to promote civil discourse on pressing issues of the day. NSCC’s main avenue for promoting civil discourse is through forums and events. The inaugural forum\, The State of the Great Lakes\, will address resiliency\, law and policy\, and the economics of the Great Lakes. \nThe Great Lakes hold 84% of North America’s fresh water\, they are an essential component of life in the United States and Canada. The Great Lakes support 48 million people with drinking water and provide over $60 billion in wages annually. However\, as fresh water sources in other parts of the country begin to dry up\, increased attention will be on the Great Lakes. \nAt the forum\, attendees will learn how to protect their fresh water source and ensure it is clean\, resilient\, economically robust\, and plentiful for generations to come. Speakers include: \n\nScott Sowa\, Juli Plant Grainger\, Great Lakes Director\, The Nature Conservancy\nJoel Brammeier\, President and CEO of the Alliance for the Great Lakes\nJohn Austin\, Economist from the Brookings Institution and the University of Michigan\n\nSponsors\nThe State of the Great Lakes would not be possible without support from our generous sponsors: the Junior Garden Club of Lake Forest and Angel Water\, Inc.. \nTickets\nTickets can be purchased at northshorecivicclub.org. Early bird pricing ends July 31st. \n  \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/the-state-of-the-great-lakes/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Rental Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230920T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230920T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004207
CREATED:20230825T190036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T193256Z
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SUMMARY:RENTAL EVENT: "Boycott" Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Screening of Boycott Presented by Lake Forest College\nA screening of Just Vision’s latest documentary\, Boycott\, with Lake Forest College followed by a discussion with Suhad Babaa\, Just Vision’s President and Executive Director and the film’s Producer\, and Brian Hauss\, staff attorney at the ACLU Speech\, Privacy\, and Technology Project and Boycott protagonist. \nBoycott follows the stories of a news publisher in Arkansas\, an attorney in Arizona\, and a speech therapist in Texas\, who\, when forced to choose between their jobs and their political beliefs\, launch legal battles that expose an attack on freedom of speech across the US. The film traces the impact of state legislation passed in 36 states – including Illinois – designed to penalize individuals and companies that choose to boycott Israel due to its human rights record. A legal thriller with “accidental plaintiffs” at the center of the story\, Boycott is a bracing look at the far-reaching implications of anti-boycott legislation and an inspiring tale of everyday Americans standing up to protect our rights in an age of shifting politics and threats to freedom of speech. \nWhile the original anti-boycott laws passed with wide bi-partisan support\, beginning in 2021\, conservative legislators began to introduce copycat bills inspired by the Israel-focused anti-boycott bills\, taking aim at boycotts of the fossil fuels and firearms industries. Most recently\, legislators modified the bill once more to target those organizing for transgender peoples’ rights\, abortion access\, and workplace equity. Since the start of the year\, over 40 copycat bills have been introduced in state legislatures across the country. We hope you’ll join this event to learn more about these laws and their wider implications on our right to voice dissent in America.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/10241867/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Film,Rental Events
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