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SUMMARY:ALL TIME: 74th Annual Warren Miller Entertainment
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to go deep into the stuff of which snowy dreams are made with Warren Miller’s ALL TIME. Celebrate the birth of ski towns like Sun Valley and Aspen\, icons and innovators like the original hotdoggers\, and the most outlandish locations ever skied.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/all-time-74th-annual-warren-miller-entertainment/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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SUMMARY:ALL TIME: 74th Annual Warren Miller Entertainment
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to go deep into the stuff of which snowy dreams are made with Warren Miller’s ALL TIME. Celebrate the birth of ski towns like Sun Valley and Aspen\, icons and innovators like the original hotdoggers\, and the most outlandish locations ever skied.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/all-time-74th-annual-warren-miller-entertainment-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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SUMMARY:Comedian Michael Palascak
DESCRIPTION:“Just as funny offstage as on\, which is like magic.” – Norm Macdonald\, Last Comic Standing\n“Insanely smart and wildly silly.” – Ali Wong\n“In stand up\, there is the writing\, and then there is the performing. This guy nails both.” – The Guardian\nMichael Palascak is a comedian who grew up in Indiana and now lives in LA. He performed on both The Late Late Show with James Corden and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in the same year. He has over 1 million views on YouTube. In addition\, his resume includes A Little Late with Lilly Singh\, The Tonight Show\,  Letterman\, Craig Ferguson\, and Conan\, he has a Comedy Central half hour special and was a Top 5 Finalist on Last Comic Standing where one judge claimed\, “My first impression of Michael was a great likability. This is a guy that could star in a sitcom.” Michael’s likability allows him to relate to his audiences in a real way which sets up the huge laughs he gets from his sharp\, personal material. Consistently writing and performing\, this summer Michael released both a new album – The Internet Live through 800 Pound Gorilla and a new stand-up special on the Dry Bar app – 1984. Drew Hunt of The Chicago Reader wrote about Michael\, “In a lot of ways\, he represents the ideal antidote to the sort of unbridled cynicism that pervades much of contemporary stand-up.” Michael’s optimism continues in the new National Lampoon series — The Bright Side where he takes a positive stance on a negative topic streaming on YouTube.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/michael-palascak/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Performing Arts
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SUMMARY:Gorton is Closed
DESCRIPTION:Gorton is closed in observance of New Year’s.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/gorton-is-closed-newyear2024/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:RoboThink: STEM Winter Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a festive journey with RoboThink and build your own Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer! Join us for a workshop filled with creativity\, innovation and holiday cheer as we bring Rudolph to life\, complete with a magical glowing red nose. No prior experience is needed\, just bring your enthusiasm and get ready for a winter wonderland of fun!  Ages 7 – 12 \nRoboThink is a leading STEM\, coding\, robotics and engineering program nurturing geniuses across 23 countries to thousands of students each day. Our exciting themed STEM programs develops core STEM skills that students apply to school subjects and their future careers. \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/robothink-stem-winter/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Age,Classes,STEM,Youth
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SUMMARY:RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer to give blood at Gorton! Drives happen monthly\, sign up here. \n  \nPLEASE NOTE\,  PRE-REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY. THIS CAN BE DONE BY CLICKING THE LINK BELOW.  THIS PROCESS TAKES ONLY A FEW MINUTES. \nIf you want to donate blood\, make sure to eat a healthy meal and drink an extra 16 oz. of water and fluids before the donation. \nAlso\, bring a photo ID\, your blood donor card\, or two other forms of ID. You can save up to 15 minutes when you donate blood by using RapidPass! Visit redcrossblood.org/RapidPass for more information (note: RapidPass can only be completed on the day of your donation). \nGorton thanks you for donating blood and helping to save lives!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/red-cross-blood-drive/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Community,Events
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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 Thursday\, January 4! \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: 12pm – 1pm OR 2pm – 3pm…CLICK PURCHASE TO SELECT TIME/CLASS \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/slime-sisters-slime-party-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Art,Classes,Specialty,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240104T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240104T170000
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SUMMARY:We Are As Gods
DESCRIPTION:“We are as gods and might as well get good at it\,” Stewart Brand wrote in ’68. The pioneer of LSD\, cyberspace\, futurism\, and modern environmentalism now urges people to use our god-like powers to fight extinction by reviving lost species. \nDirectors: David Alvarado\, Jason Sussberg \nStars: Mike Brand\, Stewart Brand\, George Church \nThe First Thursday Series at Gorton is sponsored by the Sheffield Foundation
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/we-are-as-gods-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Film
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240104T210000
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SUMMARY:We Are As Gods
DESCRIPTION:“We are as gods and might as well get good at it\,” Stewart Brand wrote in ’68. The pioneer of LSD\, cyberspace\, futurism\, and modern environmentalism now urges people to use our god-like powers to fight extinction by reviving lost species. \nDirectors: David Alvarado\, Jason Sussberg \nStars: Mike Brand\, Stewart Brand\, George Church \nThe First Thursday Series at Gorton is sponsored by the Sheffield Foundation
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/we-are-as-gods/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Film
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240106T102000
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SUMMARY:Soccer Shots Classic for Ages 3 to 5
DESCRIPTION:Soccer Shots Classic utilizes creative and imaginative games to focus on basic soccer skills for ages 3-5 like dribbling\, passing\, and shooting. Children are introduced to the basics of scrimmaging.  We also highlight positive character traits each session such as respect\, teamwork and appreciation.  Registration fee includes jersey! \n$250 covers 10 sessions and there is a once-a-school-year registration fee of $30 that includes a free jersey for newbies! \nTwo Class Options for Classic: 9:45am – 10:20am OR 11:15am – 11:50am
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/soccer-shots-classic-3-5-yo/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Age,Classes,Sports,Wellness,Youth
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SUMMARY:Mermaid Theatre’s Rainbow Fish
DESCRIPTION:Beautiful Puppetry Comes to Life in a Special Story!\nCreated by Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia\n“The sparkling story that became an international publishing phenomenon!” Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia’s elegant new show\, The Rainbow Fish\, will include an original stage adaptation of Marcus Pfister’s colorful story as well as two of the author’s companion tales\, Rainbow Fish Discovers the Deep Sea and Opposites. Mermaid Theatre has earned international acclaim for its unique interpretations of the works of Eric Carle (The Very Hungry Caterpillar)\, Leo Lionni (Swimmy\, Frederick & Inch by Inch) and Sam McBratney (Guess How Much I Love You). These widely traveled productions incorporate innovative puppetry\, striking scenic effects\, and evocative original music to provide very young audiences with an effortless introduction to the performing arts and the excitement of reading. The Rainbow Fish features these same elements. \nThe Rainbow Fish will enchant even the youngest child with his silver scales and heart of gold in this award-winning book about the beautiful fish who learned to share his most prized possession. Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia brings The Rainbow Fish to life with their enchanting puppetry. Suggested for Grades Pre-K-3 and Families \nGorton Center’s performing arts shows for the 2024-2025 season are partially underwritten by The Grainger Foundation
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/mermaid-theatres-rainbow-fish/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Events,Family & Kids,Performing Arts,Youth
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SUMMARY:The Godfather Part II
DESCRIPTION:The compelling sequel to “The Godfather\,” contrasts the life of Corleone’s father and son. Traces the problems of Michael Corleone (Al Pacino) in 1958 and that of a young immigrant Vito Corleone (Robert De Niro) in 1917’s Hell’s Kitchen. Michael survives many misfortunes and Vito is introduced to a life of crime. \nDirector: Francis Ford Coppola \nStars: Al Pacino\, Robert De Niro\, Robert Duvall
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/the-godfather-part-ii/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classics,Film
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240108T171500
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SUMMARY:After School Art Club with Carole Pearlman
DESCRIPTION:Calling all artists! This after-school art class will not only provide an incredible outlet for self-expression but also help students to develop motor skills\, visual-spatial skills\, and problem-solving skills. Each week a different artist will be featured to inspire students to create their own unique piece of art. This class can get messy\, so please wear old clothing or bring an apron/smock. For grades K – 3rd \nCarole Pearlman’s lifelong fascination with creativity began as a child\, in a neighborhood art class\, where making art in the backyard was the only agenda for an entire summer. Many art classes later Carole completed a BFA in painting\, a MEd in Educational Therapy\, and an MA in Developmental Psychology. Integrating the disciplines of art\, education\, and psychology Carole developed The Joy of Creativity Art program. Carole works as a facilitator of creativity with students ages 4 to 84! Through her teaching\, research\, and daily practice\, she believes that being creative is an essential part of a balanced life. Carole is a professional artist and certified teacher.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/afterschool-art-club-with-carole-pearlman-2-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Art,Classes,Youth
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SUMMARY:RoboThink After School:  Engineer Race Cars
DESCRIPTION:Rev up your engines and hit the racetrack with RoboThink! Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping program where your student will build and race a fleet of extraordinary race cars. But that’s not all! They’ll also dive deep into the world of automotive engineering\, learning about transmissions\, pistons and differentials. Put on your racing gloves and join us for an epic ride! Ages 7 – 12 \nRoboThink is a leading STEM\, coding\, robotics and engineering program nurturing geniuses across 23 countries to thousands of students each day. Our exciting themed STEM programs develops core STEM skills that students apply to school subjects and their future careers.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/robothink-after-school-stem-inventions/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Age,Classes,STEM,Youth
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SUMMARY:Drawing & Painting for Teens with Joalida Smit
DESCRIPTION:These sessions will guide your teen to find their unique voice and individual style. Bring your own ideas or work on a contemporary portrait from materials in my studio. We will explore different mediums\, techniques and genres  in a fun supportive environment\, where your budding artist can develop and grow at their own pace. Ages 12 – 17 \n*Your child may be asked to leave if they do not comply with the rules of the art room. \nWhy take an art class?\n \nTeens can benefit from taking an art class for a variety of reasons. It supports cognitive and emotional development. In particular\, it facilitates executive functioning through planning and organising ideas and solving problems as they emerge during the process.  It is a stress-release and can be therapeutic\,providing a unique way for teens to communicate thoughts\, emotions\, and ideas that might be difficult to express through words alone. It builds self-esteem\, facilitates personal growth and social-emotional development as budding artists develop their skills in the presence of others. \nRegardless of their career aspirations\, engaging in artistic activities within a class environment can contribute to a teen’s overall personal development and well-being. \nPhoto credit of Joalida: James Gustin \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/drawing-painting-for-teens-with-joalida-smit/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Art,Classes,Youth
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240110T211500
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SUMMARY:Do Not Submit-Lake Forest
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling Open Mic – Walk-ins Welcome!\nDNS takes place the second Wednesday of every month (except February)\nDo Not Submit Lake Forest takes place in a cozy room in the Gorton Center\, Lake Forest. It is a monthly storytelling open mic in an enthusiastic\, supportive environment free from pressure\, judgment\, or scoring. No experience is necessary to participate. All are welcome to speak or simply listen. Arrive at 7:15 to sign up for a spot\, and when your name is called\, participants will have up to 7 minutes to tell/read/tap dance any personal story/fiction/essay on proper flossing they’d like. All language and content is acceptable except for hate speech. No cover charge. Beer\, wine and non alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Hosted by Elizabeth Brown\, Mary Lou Gilliam\, and Sarita Miller and Jasmin Rodriguez \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Your Hosts\nAs a pathologist\, Elizabeth Brown spent hundreds of hours hunched over either a microscope or a dead body. She then worked as a consultant to the medical device industry writing technical reports\, all dryas dust and utterly humorous. Original thoughts were few\, as all statements had to be referenced.  Spreading her wings to creative non-fiction has been a liberating joy. Elizabeth has performed at story telling events in Highwood\, Arlington Heights\, Evanston and Chicago\, but is delighted to be hosting an open mic in her home town of Lake Forest. \nMary Lou Gilliam is retired from two careers: English teaching and educational publishing. She has been on the stage since she was 10 doing dramatic readings\, singing\, or some combination thereof. An English major with a theater minor\, she found that teaching extended the performance world when she began writing first person narratives to model both writing and speaking for her students. Because she was born and raised in a small Swedish farm town in western Illinois\, think Garrison Keillor for thematic content. About ten years ago\, while considering retirement\, she took her stories on the road\, so to speak\, by joining Short Story Theatre in the Northshore suburbs. She has also performed at Story Lab Chicago\, Truth Be Told\, and Backyard Stories. Having lived quite a few decades by now\, her narratives include both the travails and thrills of a long (and possibly over-examined) life. She keeps busy with volunteer work\, private tutoring\, international travel\, and as much time with her four grandchildren as she can. \nSarita Miller is a retired English/language arts teacher and the mother of two fine adults\, a lovely daughter-in-law\, and one adorable pup. Presently\, Sarita tutors reading\, writing\, and grammar\, something she greatly enjoys. During her days as a middle school teacher\, Sarita was known for telling stories during lessons. Although her students thought they were pulling one over on her and getting her “off task” when they asked for a story\, she explains that doing so was her plan from the beginning. To Sarita\, life is simply stories. She has shared several of hers with audiences at Short Story Theater in Highland Park and Story Lab in Chicago. \nJasmin Rodriguez is a trained actress with over nine years of stage\, commercial\, film\, storytelling experience. Most recently she completed commercial’s  for Malman Law and Spirit Juice. She has worked  in several independent films\, such as “Faithful Disappointment’s”\, Market Value”  and the TV true crime series “American Greed”. She completed her training at Second City\, Vagabond\, Sarantos Studios\, Wheaton Drama\, and Gorton Drama Studio. Jasmin is a dedicated actress and hard worker who is constantly looking to improve her talents. She is currently in development for producing and acting in an independent short film about human connection. She enjoys nature walks by the lake\, bike riding\, yoga and travels to Europe. \n  \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/do-not-submit-lake-forest-3/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Performing Arts
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SUMMARY:FAN: Unshrinking: How to Face Fatphobia
DESCRIPTION:In her latest book Unshrinking: How to Face Fatphobia\, Kate Manne\, Ph.D.\, an associate professor of philosophy at Cornell University\, delivers a definitive takedown of fatphobia\, drawing on personal experience as well as rigorous research to expose how size discrimination harms everyone\, and how to combat it. \nBlending intimate stories with the trenchant analysis that has become her signature\, Manne shows why fatphobia has become a vital social justice issue. She examines how anti-fatness operates—how it leads us to make devastating assumptions about a person’s attractiveness\, fortitude\, and intellect\, and how it intersects with other systems of oppression. Fatphobia is responsible for wage gaps\, medical neglect\, and poor educational outcomes; it is a straitjacket\, restricting our freedom\, our movement\, our potential. \nIn this urgent call to action\, Manne proposes a new politics of “body reflexivity”—a radical reevaluation of who our bodies exist in the world for: ourselves and no one else. When it comes to fatphobia\, the solution is not to love our bodies more. Instead\, we must dismantle the forces that control and constrain us and remake the world to accommodate people of every size. \nManne will be in conversation with Roxane Gay\, Ph.D.\, a contributing opinion writer for the New York Times and the acclaimed bestselling author of Bad Feminist\, Difficult Women\, and Hunger. Gay is also the author of World of Wakanda for Marvel. She has a newsletter\, The Audacity\, and once had a podcast\, The Roxane Gay Agenda. \nThis event suitable for youth 12+. It will be recorded and available on FAN’s website and YouTube channel. \n \nBONUS AFTER-HOURS EVENT: Attendees who purchase a copy of Unshrinking from FAN’s partner bookseller The Book Stall are invited to attend an AFTER-HOURS event hosted by Manne that will start immediately after the webinar. Details on the webinar registration page.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/fan-unshrinking-how-to-face-fatphobia/
CATEGORIES:Events,Family Action Network
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240112T170000
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SUMMARY:Little Women - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER\nLittle Women is the seventh film adaptation of the 1868 novel of the same name by Louisa May Alcott. In Gerwig’s take\, the beloved story of the March sisters – four young women each determined to live life on her own terms — is both timeless and timely. It stars an ensemble cast consisting of Saoirse Ronan\, Emma Watson\, Florence Pugh\, Eliza Scanlen\, Laura Dern\, Timothée Chalamet\, Meryl Streep\, Tracy Letts\, Bob Odenkirk\, James Norton\, Louis Garrel\, and Chris Cooper. \nDirector: Greta Gerwig
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/little-women/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classics,Family,Film
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240112T203000
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SUMMARY:Latin Dance with Esther Gutiérrez-Sloan & Walt Sloan!
DESCRIPTION:THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED.\nCome join Esther and Walt for a sexy\, fun\, healthy and easy-to-follow Latin dance class! This class is designed for couples but singles are welcome. You will learn footwork plus how to lead and how to be led as well as easy-to-follow turns. We will touch on merengue\, salsa and cha-cha rhythms. \nSangria and light snacks will be served!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/latin-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Age,Classes,Specialty,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Little Women - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER\nLittle Women is the seventh film adaptation of the 1868 novel of the same name by Louisa May Alcott. In Gerwig’s take\, the beloved story of the March sisters – four young women each determined to live life on her own terms — is both timeless and timely. It stars an ensemble cast consisting of Saoirse Ronan\, Emma Watson\, Florence Pugh\, Eliza Scanlen\, Laura Dern\, Timothée Chalamet\, Meryl Streep\, Tracy Letts\, Bob Odenkirk\, James Norton\, Louis Garrel\, and Chris Cooper. \nDirector: Greta Gerwig
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/little-women-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classics,Family,Film
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SUMMARY:Radius A Cappella
DESCRIPTION:Radius is an all-male identifying vocal ensemble\, hailing from different corners of the country. Radius was formed in the midst of the global pandemic with the intention of creating top-tier virtual content and bringing some light to the world during the lockdown period. After working on virtual projects for several months\, the group started to hit their stride and was fortunate enough to spend a week together in Chicago that summer\, where their debut EP\, Silver Lining\, was created. From that point on\, it was apparent that Radius was more than just a quarantine passion project: it was a group of talented\, passionate\, and hardworking friends who wanted to take their artistry to the next level. Radius released a single in September called Remember This to commemorate their first chapter as a band. Now\, Radius has transitioned to a 5 member group and is now “living the dream” in Chicago! \nRadius prides itself on creative and high-level performances of a cappella arrangements of songs that you’ve heard and loved on the radio! From oldies to jazz standards to pop ballads to R&B uptempo\, Radius has experience performing in every style. Dubbed “a cappella’s favorite boyband”\, the group uses influences from artists like the Real Group\, Boys II Men\, Pentatonix\, and VoicePlay when performing\, and we guarantee both high-quality music as well as a show that people will love! \nDylan is the bass and vocal foundation for Radius. He studied music business at both the University of Miami and at Berklee College of Music. Dylan has sang with a cappella groups during his time in school like TAG\, BisCaydence and Distilled Harmony. Along with Gabe\, Dylan also placed 2nd at the International Competition of College A Cappella Finals in 2019. \nDylan has always been a business mind from a young age\, starting 3 different music micro agencies before the age of 20. He has performed at venues like Carnegie Hall\, the Kennedy Center and American Airlines Arena. Raised in Florida\, he knew that he wanted to pursue music since he was young\, despite being really shy and not as outgoing as most of the musicians around him. He currently functions as one of the arrangers for Radius as well as serving as business manager. \n  \n  \nGabe Schonman is a recent graduate from the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami with a degree in Jazz Voice Performance. Gabe\, a Chicago native\, is grateful to be back in the Windy City\, but now making a living as a musician! In day to day Radius life\, Gabe handles musical responsibilities and takes pride on always being heard from a mile away whether you want to or not! \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nEthan Mooney is a Chicago-based performer and audio engineer known for his genre-bending solos and dedication to storytelling. Hailing from the land of horses and bourbon\, Ethan graduated cum laude with a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Vocal Performance from the University of Kentucky in his hometown of Lexington\, Kentucky. Working closely with Sam and Ben\, Ethan rounds out the group’s self-production capabilities\, collaborating closely to produce all of the content you see online as well as running live sound during performances. \nEthan has been closely involved in the a cappella community since high school\, winning a Contemporary A Cappella Recording Award in 2017 for his arrangement and solo of “Boys in the Street” by Greg Holden. He went on to be a member of the University of Kentucky Acoustikats before dedicating himself to Radius exclusively. Ethan’s favorite part of being in the group is being able to grow\, travel\, explore\, and make memories around the world with his best friends. In his free time\, you’ll find Ethan voraciously reading\, obsessively listening to podcasts\, and making TikToks much to the dismay of his roommates Ben and Gabe. \nBen (the tall one) excels as the group’s primary visual eye\, showcasing his expertise through Radius photoshoots\, music videos\, and social media. He always makes sure the guys are looking their best and feeling as confident as possible on stage. When he’s not brainstorming ideas for the next series of Radius TikToks\, you’ll find him cuddling up with his cat Veto\, watching one of his favorite Disney movies with a Starbucks latte in hand. \nAnyone who has met Ben knows that his personality never fails to light up the room and offer the perfect dose of positivity and humor. It’s this attitude that keeps Radius going strong as the group becomes busier with gigs and spends more time away from home. Whether the group is having a fun night out\, or buckling down to prepare for the next gig\, Ben never shies away from initiating a much needed group hug. \n  \n  \nAlong with being the group’s primary vocal percussionist\, Sam contributes through arranging and audio production. One of his favorite parts of Radius is having the opportunity to travel and perform in new places. Considering he is an avid ‘Pokémon Go’ player\, this also gives him a chance to truly\, “catch em’ all.” However\, no amount of Pokémon caught or cities visited can fill the hole in his heart when he has to leave his beloved girlfriend and their sweet baby kitten behind. \nOutside of Radius\, Sam is a dedicated student of psychology. Building on his degree in psychology\, he spends his free time immersing himself in books and podcasts\, focusing on topics like personality\, relationships\, and group dynamics. It’s through these studies that he is able to offer a unique perspective to the group\, always looking for opportunities to strengthen their connection with each other and their audiences. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/radius-a-cappella/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Live Music,Performing Arts
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SUMMARY:The Super Mario Bros. Movie
DESCRIPTION:A plumber named Mario travels through an underground labyrinth with his brother Luigi\, trying to save a captured princess. \nDirectors: Aaron Horvath\, Michael Jelenic\, Pierre Leduc \nStars: Chris Pratt\, Anya Taylor-Joy\, Charlie Day
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/the-super-mario-bros-movie/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240114T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240114T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T073527
CREATED:20230801T103623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T185919Z
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SUMMARY:Red Rose Jazz 2024
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy this annual Gorton Center highlight! The Red Rose Jazz Band returns for a concert in our lovely Stuart room. Red Rose presents the very best of ragtime\, dixie and early jazz. purchase tickets by clicking the “purchase” link\, or call Gorton at 847-234-6060.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/red-rose-jazz-2024/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – Stuart Community Room
CATEGORIES:Events,Live Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T073527
CREATED:20230927T163706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T132040Z
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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/2024-01-16/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Wellness
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T073527
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SUMMARY:Drawing with Ink\, Pencil & Charcoal with Joalida Smit
DESCRIPTION:In this class Joalida will teach your teen contemporary art-making using pencils\, charcoal and ink. Focusing on black and white helps developing artists to focus on the more technical aspects of drawing: light\, shading and composition.  Charcoal and ink is also a very expressive medium and great for teens to learn how to use expressive mark-making in their art. \nYounger teens with drawing skills may benefit from this art class as it will teach the fundamentals of drawing. \nThe Wednesday class focuses on painting on paper and canvas and drawing skills are assumed and not taught directly.  Ages 12 – 17 \nMaterials list \n\nWillow charcoal sticks\nset of charcoal pencils\nset of drawing pencils (2B\, 4B\, 6B)\nBlack India ink\nSketchbook with textured surface (larger than document size preferred)\n\nWhy take an art class?\n \nTeens can benefit from taking an art class for a variety of reasons. It supports cognitive and emotional development. In particular\, it facilitates executive functioning through planning and organising ideas and solving problems as they emerge during the process.  It is a stress-release and can be therapeutic\,providing a unique way for teens to communicate thoughts\, emotions\, and ideas that might be difficult to express through words alone. It builds self-esteem\, facilitates personal growth and social-emotional development as budding artists develop their skills in the presence of others. \nRegardless of their career aspirations\, engaging in artistic activities within a class environment can contribute to a teen’s overall personal development and well-being. \nPhoto credit of Joalida: James Gustin
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/drawing-with-ink-pencil-charcoal-with-joalida-smit/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Art,Classes,Youth
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T200000
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SUMMARY:FAN: Tightwads and Spendthrifts: Navigating the Money Minefield in Real Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever asked yourself “What if I’m a tightwad and my significant other is a spendthrift?” or vice versa? Scott Rick\, Ph.D.\, a behavioral scientist and associate professor of marketing at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business\, knows that many people do. He also knows that the financial aspects of an intimate relationship can become a money minefield if couples try to navigate it without first discussing all of the financial issues between them\, especially if those two people have different approaches to spending. \nTightwads and Spendthrifts: Navigating the Money Minefield in Real Relationships is a science-based guide to understanding and transforming how we manage money\, both on our own and in relationships. Building on his original research\, and surveying a vast body of interdisciplinary work\, Tightwads and Spendthrifts will help you understand your own financial psychology and how it plays out in your relationships. Can tightwads and spendthrifts live together in harmony? Rick says “yes\,” but not without first asking hard questions about whose opinion should count most when making a financial decision. Once the issues have been aired\, he tells readers how to create a game plan for navigating financial decision making that both tightwads and spendthrifts can rely on for a happy life together. \nRick will be in conversation with Olga Khazan\, a staff writer for The Atlantic who is working on a book about personality change. Her first book\, Weird: The Power of Being an Outsider in an Insider World\, came out in 2020. \nThis event suitable for youth 12+. It will be recorded and available on FAN’s website and YouTube channel. \n \nBONUS AFTER-HOURS EVENT: Attendees who purchase a copy of Tightwads and Spendthrifts from FAN’s partner bookseller The Book Stall are invited to attend an AFTER-HOURS event hosted by Rick and Khazan that will start immediately after the webinar. Details on the webinar registration page.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/fan-tightwads-and-spendthrifts-navigating-the-money-minefield-in-real-relationships/
CATEGORIES:Events,Family Action Network
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T200000
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SUMMARY:FAN: Strategies to Reduce Risk and Increase Resilience in LGBTQ+ Youth
DESCRIPTION:FAN has invited Melissa Blitz\, LCPC (she/her) and Joe Serio\, LCPS (he/his) of Compass Health Center to create a program addressing the complex issues that LGBTQ+ youth face. Our many school and mental health partners ask us for content that would be helpful to students\, parents\, educators\, and clinicians. \nIn this webinar\, Blitz and Serio will delve into specific risk factors affecting this demographic and offer insights into personal\, communal\, and societal hurdles. They will explore pathways to active allyship\, shedding light on opportunities for advocacy. Additionally\, they will emphasize the importance of increasing awareness of personal and societal biases\, addressing overt\, subconscious\, and implicit prejudices. \nAttendees will leave with practical strategies to empower and build resilience in LGBTQ+ youth\, spanning various crucial settings such as home\, intrapersonal relationships\, school\, work\, social environments\, and broader political and societal contexts. It is crucial to provide valuable insights into both existing and potential opportunities for advocacy efforts on behalf of LGBTQ+ youth. \nBlitz is the associate director of Compass’ Center of Excellence for Adult Mood & Anxiety programming\, and Serio is the Chief Clinical Quality Officer there. They will be in conversation with Tiffany Myers (she/her)\, a licensed clinical social worker and the social work department chair at New Trier High School in Winnetka\, IL. Myers has 30 years of experience working in mental health and has spent the last 27 years counseling and learning from her students in a high school setting. \nThis event suitable for youth 12+. It will be recorded and available on FAN’s website and YouTube channel.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/fan-strategies-to-reduce-risk-and-increase-resilience-in-lgbtq-youth/
CATEGORIES:Events,Family Action Network
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240119T173000
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SUMMARY:Montessori School of Lake Forest Acting Club
DESCRIPTION: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 and improvisation\, your budding actor will explore her creative side\, build confidence\, and develop spontaneity – while enhancing social and motor skills. Students learn and practice skills such as listening\, sharing the stage\, hitting a mark\, enunciation\, voice projection and creating a character. \nThis club meets at Montessori School of Lake Forest is only for MSLF students. If you are not a student at MSLF\, please check out the classes offered at Gorton Center. \nDAY: Fridays\nTIME/AGES:\n3:15-4:15 – ages 4-6\n4:30-5:30 – ages 7+\nPROGRAM DATES: 7 classes – 1/19\, 1/26\, 2/2\, 2/9\, 2/23\, 3/8\, 3/22\nCOST: $140 \nInstructor: Madison Kisst \n \nMadison Kisst is an actor\, director\, and theatre teacher. She has taught for professional theater companies across the country and for the undergraduate acting program at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Madison has extensive training in physical and classical theatre\, voice and movement\, and devising. As an actor\, some of her credits include: American Repertory Theater\, Lyric Repertory Company\, The Great American Melodrama and Vaudeville\, Utah Shakespeare Festival\, Idaho Shakespeare Festival\, Nevada Conservatory Theater\, and Santa Cruz Shakespeare. She has her BA in Theatre Arts and Master of Fine Arts in Performance.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/montessori-school-of-lake-forest-acting-club-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Classes,Gorton Drama Studio,Youth
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SUMMARY:Christian Dillingham Jazz Quartet
DESCRIPTION:A native of Brookfield\, Ohio\, Christian Dillingham played in rock and jazz bands throughout high school. He became serious about music as a career while at Youngstown State University\, studying under the instruction of Tony Leonardi and Micah Howard. After graduating with a Bachelor of Music degree in Music Performance with an Emphasis on Jazz\, Dillingham’s education continued at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh\, where he worked with Jeffrey Turner\, principal bass of the Pittsburgh Symphony\, and subsequently received a Master’s of Music degree in Music Performance. He also attended the National Repertory Orchestra Festival in Breckenridge\, Colorado and the School for Improvisational Music in New York. \n  \n  \nFriday night concert timeline / Concessions for sale\, including beer & wine \n7:00-8:15 PM concert (no intermission)\n8:15-8:45 PM conversation with artists \n \n  \n \n \nFIBER ART BY: Pat Kroth \nOriginally a Chicago native\, Verona Wisconsin artist\, Pat Kroth creates contemporary art quilts and fiber art installations. Her work features re-purposed materials\, saturated color\, and improvisation\, utilizing surface design\, collage with found objects and energetic machine stitching. \nPat creates contemporary fiber art with machine-stitched\, hand-dyed and commercial fiber fragments. She is fascinated with intense saturated color with a focus on cast-off\, and re-purposed materials. She creates entire surfaces of color using fiber\, and textural elements. Each work is then energetically machine-stitched. Pat is interested in the notion of how we assign value to things. Sometimes\, humble materials play a more important role than one would imagine. She has always been intrigued with non-traditional materials. Quilts and clothing act as functional and necessary items in society for warmth\, protection and comfort\, adding beauty and decorative components through skillful craftsmanship. Made playfully from recycled\, and cast-off materials\, her work often explores the notion of need. \nThis is part of the Rendezvous \nArts Series \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/christian-dillingham-jazz-quartet/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – Stuart Community Room
CATEGORIES:Events,Live Music,Performing Arts
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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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