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SUMMARY:Open Studio for Artists
DESCRIPTION:Gorton warmly welcomes artists and creatives from diverse backgrounds! We are thrilled to announce that we are now providing studio space every Thursday\, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. This dedicated time slot allows participants to utilize our open studio space for their ongoing projects. It’s an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in a creative environment and focus on your artistic endeavors. \nAs an added benefit\, we are delighted to have local artists Susan Sands and Joalida Smit on board. They will be present during the studio hours to offer guidance\, answer questions\, and provide valuable feedback. Their expertise and experience will undoubtedly enrich your artistic journey and foster a supportive community of like-minded individuals. \nWhether you’re a painter\, sculptor\, writer\, photographer\, or any other kind of artist\, our studio space is open to all forms of creativity. Join us on Thursdays to nurture your creative spirit\, collaborate with fellow artists\, and receive invaluable input from Susan Sands and Joalida Smit. We look forward to seeing your artistic endeavors flourish within our vibrant artistic community at Gorton. \nOpen Studio will run every Thursday from 9:30am – 12:30pm – $35/Day \n*PARTICIPANTS MUST BRING THEIR OWN SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/open-studio-for-artists-6-2023-10-26-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Age,Art,Classes
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SUMMARY:Rendezvous Arts: Woodwind Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Friday night concert timeline / Concessions for sale\, including beer & wine  7:00-8:15 PM Concert (no intermission) 8:15-8:45 PM Conversation with artists Back by popular demand\, it’s our Woodwind Celebration!!  This eight-member ensemble\, featuring two oboes\, two clarinets\, two bassoons\, and two French horns\, will delight you with a program of works by Mozart\, Prokofiev\, and Krommer—plus a world premiere encore piece by composer Lee Kesselman! The joy and friendship exuded by these musicians when they perform together is palpable\, and you’ll feel that energy as you enjoy their program. \nMeet the Octet: \nOboe: Deb Stevenson & Jennet Ingle \nClarinet: Wagner Campos & Elizandro Garcia Montoya \nBassoon: Jonathan Saylor & John Gaudette (Fun fact: John was also a Rendezvous visual artist in our first season!) \nFrench Horn: Anna Mayne & Dan O’Connell \nOn display alongside the concert will be breathtaking watercolors by award-winning artist Tony Armendariz. Specializing in portraits\, often incorporating architectural elements\, Tony describes himself as a contemporary realist painter.  His intent is to display the soul and authentic self of his subjects in stunning works. They will truly leave you breathless! \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/rendezvous-arts-2024-2025-woodwind-celebration/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Events,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Restorative Yoga & Sound Bath Healing
DESCRIPTION:If you would like to experience a peaceful practice and healing escape\, or if you are curious about how to take better care of yourself\, and make self-care a reality in your life\, you will make this class a monthly priority.  The combination of restorative yoga along with a live sound bath requires no experience except tuning into your senses. \nJoin us for an incredible 90-minute restorative yoga practice and healing sound bath to Himalayan crystal and Tibetan bowls\, chimes\, Indian flute\, and more. You will be guided through yogic practices that will nourish your mind\, body and spirit as you move into restorative yoga poses\, and experience various forms of meditation and breathwork\, all while tuning into a sound healing experience. \nThis practice will help reduce stress and allow the nervous system to reset. You will leave feeling rejuvenated and relaxed in addition to learning some practical tools on how to bring deep healing into your daily life. \nWear comfortable clothing. Bring a mat and a water bottle.  All other props will be provided. \nAbout Yoga instructor Areta Verschoor: Areta has been teaching yoga in Lake Forest and in yoga studios along the North Shore for 12 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). \nAbout the Sound Bath Practitioner Joi Hunt:  Joi Hunt is a Lake Forest resident\, a professional calligrapher\, and a Certified Sound Wellness Practitioner.  Joi plays quartz crystal singing bowls and Himalayan bowls\, Indian flute\, and chimes in her melodic sound baths. Joi has been sharing her sound bath meditation practice at the Gorton Center and various venues for several years. She is a trained and certified sound healing practitioner.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/restorative-yoga-sound-bath-healing/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Specialty,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Sound Bath Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Sound bath meditation is a practice that involves immersing oneself in soothing and harmonic sounds to promote relaxation\, deep meditation\, and overall well-being. Practitioner Joi Hunt plays a variety of instruments to create a sonic environment that envelops participants – including crystal singing bowls\, Tibetan singing bowls\, gongs\, chimes\, and other sound-making tools. \nThe vibrations and frequencies produced by the instruments in a sound bath are believed to have a positive effect on the body and mind. It is thought that these vibrations can help to induce a state of deep relaxation\, release tension and stress\, balance energy\, and promote a sense of harmony and well-being. \nPlease wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat\, a small pillow\, and anything else you need for comfort while lying down\, like a blanket and bolster pillow. \nInstructor Joi Hunt: Joi Hunt is a Lake Forest resident\, a professional calligrapher\, and a Certified Sound Wellness Practitioner.  Joi plays quartz crystal singing bowls and Himalayan bowls in her melodic sound baths.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/sound-bath-meditation-18/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Age,Classes,Wellness
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SUMMARY:YOU ARE NOT ALONE FOR PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS: THE NAMI GUIDE TO NAVIGATING YOUR CHILD'S MENTAL HEALTH
DESCRIPTION:A growing number of children and teens in the U.S. are struggling with mental health conditions\, but parents\, teachers\, and other caregivers are often at a loss when concerns arise for their own child. Are your preschooler’s constant tantrums typical for their age\, or an indication of a developmental difficulty? Is puberty or depression to blame for your pre-teen’s challenging behavior? Is my child in the wrong school\, or being influenced by the wrong friends? Am I a bad parent or teacher\, or am I overreacting? What exactly should I do? \nIn You Are Not Alone for Parents and Caregivers: The NAMI Guide to Navigating Your Child’s Mental Health\, child psychiatrist and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) associate medical director Christine M. Crawford\, MD\, MPH provides a comprehensive\, compassionate\, and practical resource for anyone concerned about a child’s mental health. Drawing on her own clinical experience and guidance from leading experts\, Dr. Crawford provides a lens through which to understand the many complex factors affecting children’s mental health. Analyzing young people from preschool to high school\, she shares insights into how mental health conditions may manifest at different ages\, what kind of interventions may be necessary\, and what to do to help kids thrive. Throughout\, the book channels the collective wisdom of the NAMI community. Parents\, caregivers\, and young people themselves share personal stories about their paths to recovery\, ensuring readers know that they are not alone. \nDr. Crawford will be in conversation with Tramaine Presley\, Psy.D.\, LCPC\, LMHC\, the director of Child\, Adolescent\, and Family Services at The Family Institute at Northwestern University. Dr. Presley has worked with children\, adults\, and families across a variety of clinical settings: private practice\, community mental health\, residential\, schools\, college campus\, and hospitals. \nBONUS AFTER-HOURS EVENT: Attendees who purchase a copy of You Are Not Alone for Parents and Caregivers from FAN’s partner bookseller The Book Stall are invited to attend an AFTER-HOURS event hosted by Drs. Crawford and Presley that will start immediately after the webinar. Details on the webinar registration page. \nThis event suitable for youth 12+. It will be recorded and available on FAN’s website and YouTube channel.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/you-are-not-alone-for-parents-and-caregivers-the-nami-guide-to-navigating-your-childs-mental-health/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events,Family Action Network
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SUMMARY:Lake Forest College International Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The International Students Association (ISA) warmly invites the Lake Forest College community and beyond to our “One World” event\, an immersive celebration of the diverse cultures and traditions that enrich our campus. This event will feature captivating performances\, including dance\, singing\, and poetry\, as well as the opportunity to enjoy traditional dishes selected by students\, offering a taste of cuisines from around the world. \nBy welcoming both on and off-campus guests\, we aim to foster an environment where cultural exchange thrives\, promoting mutual respect and understanding while deepening our appreciation for global diversity. Attendees will experience the beauty and richness of various cultures\, making this a truly unique event. \nBeyond sharing our vibrant cultural traditions\, “One World” serves a crucial purpose as a fundraiser to support international students on F-1 visas who are facing financial difficulties. The funds raised from this event will directly alleviate some of the financial burdens\, helping them focus on their academic success and overall well-being. \nDate:   Tuesday November 19\, 2024 – 6:30pm – 8:00pm  \nPlace: Gorton Center\, John & Nancy Hughes Theater\n \nRegister at: https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=jXApwX
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/lake-forest-college-isas-one-world-a-cultural-journey-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Live Music,Music,Rental Events
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SUMMARY:ABOVE THE NOISE: MY STORY OF CHASING CALM
DESCRIPTION:THIS IS A NEW DATE AND YOU MUST RE-REGISTER! \nDeMar DeRozan\, six-time NBA All-Star\, has been called a “basketball savant” (ESPN) and “the best closer in the NBA” (GQ)—but when he went public with his depression\, it sparked a conversation that reached far beyond the court. By breaking the stigma of speaking out\, he added a new\, seldom-heard voice to the mental health dialogue: a successful Black male athlete\, openly naming his pain and advocating for others to do the same. \nNow it’s time to tell the full story. Born and raised in Compton\, DeRozan was no stranger to hardship—living in poverty\, losing friends to gang violence. In worn-out school gyms and community centers\, fueled by hunger and a desire to prove himself\, he started to rise\, but doubts followed. In Above the Noise: My Story of Chasing Calm\, DeRozan opens up about his proudest triumphs and the times he felt so weighed down he couldn’t get out of bed. He reflects on what it took to make a name for himself in a new country after getting drafted by the Toronto Raptors\, the pressure of playing with veteran athletes as a twenty-year-old rookie\, and the pain of losing role models. \nFrom a scared\, angry kid to a confident father of five\, DeRozan traces his journey to basketball stardom and the forces that honed him into the player—and the slowly healing person—he is today. It will encourage anyone who has ever felt alone in their struggles and inspire people to rise above the noise and speak their truth. \nDeRozan will be in conversation with a New York Times bestselling poet\, essayist\, cultural critic\, and 2021 MacArthur Fellow Hanif Abdurraqib (FAN ’21\, ’24). FAN hosted Abdurraqib in 2021 in support of his award-winning book A Little Devil in America: Notes in Praise of Black Performance\, and also for his most recent book\, 2024’s There’s Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension. \nBONUS BOOK GIVEAWAY! We are giving away copies of Above the Noise to randomly selected Zoom attendees. Details on the webinar registration page. \n“As men\, and especially Black men\, we don’t talk about our mental health enough. We struggle to admit when things aren’t okay\, even when it’s obvious to everybody around us. I’ve seen how toxic that can become. I’ve experienced it myself\, keeping everything under wraps until your head and heart are full of fire and rage.” – DeMar DeRozan \nThis event suitable for youth 12+. It will be recorded and available on FAN’s website and YouTube channel.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/above-the-noise-my-story-of-chasing-calm-2/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events,Family Action Network
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SUMMARY:Open Studio for Artists
DESCRIPTION:Gorton warmly welcomes artists and creatives from diverse backgrounds! We are thrilled to announce that we are now providing studio space every Thursday\, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. This dedicated time slot allows participants to utilize our open studio space for their ongoing projects. It’s an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in a creative environment and focus on your artistic endeavors. \nAs an added benefit\, we are delighted to have local artists Susan Sands and Joalida Smit on board. They will be present during the studio hours to offer guidance\, answer questions\, and provide valuable feedback. Their expertise and experience will undoubtedly enrich your artistic journey and foster a supportive community of like-minded individuals. \nWhether you’re a painter\, sculptor\, writer\, photographer\, or any other kind of artist\, our studio space is open to all forms of creativity. Join us on Thursdays to nurture your creative spirit\, collaborate with fellow artists\, and receive invaluable input from Susan Sands and Joalida Smit. We look forward to seeing your artistic endeavors flourish within our vibrant artistic community at Gorton. \nOpen Studio will run every Thursday from 9:30am – 12:30pm – $35/Day \n*PARTICIPANTS MUST BRING THEIR OWN SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/open-studio-for-artists-6-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Classes
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SUMMARY:SOUND OF METAL
DESCRIPTION:A heavy metal drummer’s life is turned upside down when he begins to lose his hearing and he must confront a future filled with silence. \nDirector: Darius Marder \nStars: Riz Ahmed\, Olivia Cooke\, Paul Raci
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/sound-of-metal/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241124T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241124T170000
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SUMMARY:PLANES\, TRAINS\, AND AUTOMOBILES
DESCRIPTION:A Chicago advertising man must struggle to travel home from New York for Thanksgiving\, with a lovable oaf of a shower-curtain-ring salesman as his only companion. \nDirector: John Hughes \nStars: Steve Martin\, John Candy\, Laila Robins
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/planes-trains-and-automobiles/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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SUMMARY:Gorton CLC & Admin Offices Closed
DESCRIPTION:Gorton’s administrative offices  and Children’s Learning Center will be closed November 27-29 in observance of Thanksgiving. 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/gorton-admin-offices-closed/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Age,Children's Learning Center (CLC)
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SUMMARY:HOME ALONE - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:An eight-year-old troublemaker\, mistakenly left home alone\, must defend his home against a pair of burglars on Christmas Eve. \nDirector: Chris Columbus \nStars: Macaulay Culkin\, Joe Pesci\, Daniel Stern \nDoors open at 12:30pm\, drinks & concessions available for purchase. Walk over to the tree lighting following the film!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/home-alone-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241201T143000
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SUMMARY:Restorative Yoga & Sound Bath Healing
DESCRIPTION:THIS SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED.\nIf you would like to experience a peaceful practice and healing escape\, or if you are curious about how to take better care of yourself\, and make self-care a reality in your life\, you will make this class a monthly priority.  The combination of restorative yoga along with a live sound bath requires no experience except tuning into your senses. \nJoin us for an incredible 90-minute restorative yoga practice and healing sound bath to Himalayan crystal and Tibetan bowls\, chimes\, Indian flute\, and more. You will be guided through yogic practices that will nourish your mind\, body and spirit as you move into restorative yoga poses\, and experience various forms of meditation and breathwork\, all while tuning into a sound healing experience. \nThis practice will help reduce stress and allow the nervous system to reset. You will leave feeling rejuvenated and relaxed in addition to learning some practical tools on how to bring deep healing into your daily life. \nWear comfortable clothing. Bring a mat and a water bottle.  All other props will be provided. \nAbout Yoga instructor Areta Verschoor: Areta has been teaching yoga in Lake Forest and in yoga studios along the North Shore for 12 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). \nAbout the Sound Bath Practitioner Joi Hunt:  Joi Hunt is a Lake Forest resident\, a professional calligrapher\, and a Certified Sound Wellness Practitioner.  Joi plays quartz crystal singing bowls and Himalayan bowls\, Indian flute\, and chimes in her melodic sound baths. Joi has been sharing her sound bath meditation practice at the Gorton Center and various venues for several years. She is a trained and certified sound healing practitioner.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/restorative-yoga-sound-bath-healing-3/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Mother Daughter High Tea
DESCRIPTION:While wearing hats or fascinators\, participants will sip Black tea and Rooibos (a tisane) as they enjoy tea sandwiches\, scones\, cakes and other tasty treats from South Africa\, Britain and Europe. You’ll discover the value of being together. Participants learn the benefits of tea\, the history of how tea spread from the East to the West\, and how High Tea was born. Games help us learn a little tea etiquette too! Ages 5 & Up \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/mother-daughter-tea/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Age,Classes,Community,Events,Family & Kids,Specialty,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T213613
CREATED:20241107T151924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T155059Z
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SUMMARY:THE MIRACULOUS FROM THE MATERIAL
DESCRIPTION:Nature is capable of extraordinary phenomena. Standing in awe of those phenomena\, we experience a feeling of connection to the cosmos. For acclaimed physicist and novelist Alan Lightman\, Ph.D.\, just as remarkable is that all of what we see around us—soap bubbles\, scarlet ibises\, shooting stars—are made of the same material stuff and obey the same rules and laws. This is what Lightman calls “spiritual materialism\,” the belief that we can embrace spiritual experiences without letting go of our scientific worldview. \nPairing 36 beautiful\, full-color photos evoking some of nature’s most awe-inspiring phenomena with accessible and lyrical personal essays\, The Miraculous from the Material: Understanding the Wonders of Nature explores the fascinating science underlying the natural world. Why do rainbows make an arc? Why does a particular waterfall at Yosemite National Park sometimes glow like it’s on fire? How does a hummingbird fly? The world has so many things to marvel at—and the science is just as fascinating. \nLightman’s imagination travels from the world of atoms and molecules to the animal kingdom\, from places like Ha Long Bay\, Vietnam and the Grand Canyon out to the solar system and beyond\, illuminating the majesty of the cosmos and the remarkable science behind it. The Miraculous from the Material is a stunning\, soaring ode to the beauty and wonder around us. \nLightman will be in conversation with Dacher Keltner\, Ph.D. (FAN ’16\, ’23)\, professor of psychology at the University of California at Berkeley\, director of the Berkeley Social Interaction Lab\, and faculty director of UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center. His research focuses the biological and evolutionary origins of compassion\, awe\, love\, and beauty\, as well as power\, social class\, and inequality. Keltner is the author of The Power Paradox: How We Gain and Lose Influence\, as well as the bestseller Born to Be Good: The Science of a Meaningful Life and The Compassionate Instinct. His latest book is 2023’s Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life. \nBONUS AFTER-HOURS EVENT: Attendees who purchase a copy of The Miraculous from the Material from FAN’s partner bookseller The Book Stall are invited to attend an AFTER-HOURS event hosted by Lightman that will start immediately after the webinar. Details on the webinar registration page. \nThis event suitable for youth 12+. It will be recorded and available on FAN’s website and YouTube channel. \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/the-miraculous-from-the-materialunderstanding-the-wonders-of-nature/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events,Family Action Network
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T213613
CREATED:20240703T125538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T174716Z
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SUMMARY:Kids Only Holiday Shop
DESCRIPTION:A community favorite\, our Kids Only Holiday Shop allows children ages 4-10 to shop for their loved ones without mom or dad! Give your kids the gift of independence and let them experience the joy of giving by signing up to shop!\nSanta’s Helpers/Elves (high schoolers) will escort your child through the boutique\, visiting local vendors and talented artisans who feature items $10 and under (and that includes tax). Elves will help your little one manage their money and purchases. Wonder Wrappers will be on hand to make sure each purchase is wrapped and ready for under-the-tree. \n\nPlease have your child bring a gift list indicating each person for whom they are to buy and how much to spend on each individual.\nKeep gift lists to eight people max\nA good guideline for budgeting is to average $5-10 per person you are buying for\nShoppers should bring a ziplock bag with cash only in small bills for payment\nAll items will be priced at $10 or less (including tax)\n2:30-3 pm is a special shopping time for kids with sensory needs only!\n3-6 pm are regular shopping hours\nPlease register and choose a 15-minute entry window\n\nMamma Mia Pizza will be on site selling slices from their food truck! \n \nIf you are interested in being a vendor for this event\, please contact Ann Wildman at ann@nullgortoncenter.org. Space is limited and vendors must be approved. \nPlease note: While your little ones shop\, parents and caregivers should wait in the basement Card Room\, which will be well-marked. Please do not leave this area – we rely on you being here so we can reunite you with your shopper!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/kids-only-holiday-shop/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – Stuart Community Room
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Family & Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T213613
CREATED:20241114T144903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T144903Z
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SUMMARY:THE RITUAL EFFECT: FROM HABIT TO RITUAL\, HARNESS THE SURPRISING POWERS OF EVERYDAY ACTIONS
DESCRIPTION:Our lives are filled with repetitive tasks meant to keep us on track—what we come to know as habits. Over time\, these routines (like brushing your teeth or putting on your right sock first) tend to be performed automatically. But when we’re more mindful about these actions—when we focus on the precise way they are performed—they can instead become rituals. Shifting from a “habitual” mindset to a “ritual” mindset can convert ordinary acts from black and white to Technicolor. \nThink about the way you savor a certain beverage\, the care you take with a particular outfit that gets worn only on special occasions\, the unique way that your family gathers around the table during holidays\, or the secret language you enjoy with your significant other. To some\, these behaviors may seem quirky\, but because rituals matter so deeply to us on a personal level\, they give our lives purpose and meaning. For his new book\, The Ritual Effect: From Habit to Ritual\, Harness the Surprising Power of Everyday Actions Michael Norton\, Ph.D. (FAN ’16)\, the Harold M. Brierley Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School\, draws on a decade of original research to show that rituals play a role in healing communities experiencing a great loss\, marking life’s major transitions\, driving a stadium of sports fans to ecstasy\, and helping us rise to challenges and realize opportunities. \nNorton’s research focuses on behavioral economics and well-being\, with particular attention given to happiness and spending\, income inequality\, and the IKEA effect. He is the co-author of Happy Money: The Science of Happier Spending\, and his “How to Buy Happiness” TED Talk has been viewed over 4 million times. \nNorton will be in conversation with award-winning social psychologist Sam Sommers\, Ph.D.\, Professor and Chair in the Department of Psychology and director of the Racial Equity and Diversity Lab at Tufts University. \nBONUS AFTER-HOURS EVENT\, with BOGO: Attendees who purchase a copy of The Ritual Effect from FAN’s partner bookseller The Book Stall are invited to attend an AFTER-HOURS event hosted by Norton and Sommers that will start immediately after the webinar. AND: FAN will gift a second copy of the book to After-Hours guests! Details on the webinar registration page. \nThis event suitable for youth 12+. It will be recorded and available on FAN’s website and YouTube channel.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/the-ritual-effect-from-habit-to-ritual-harness-the-surprising-powers-of-everyday-actions/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events,Family Action Network
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T123000
DTSTAMP:20260414T213613
CREATED:20231205T182259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T170540Z
UID:20005353-1733391000-1733401800@gortoncenter.org
SUMMARY:Open Studio for Artists
DESCRIPTION:Gorton warmly welcomes artists and creatives from diverse backgrounds! We are thrilled to announce that we are now providing studio space every Thursday\, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. This dedicated time slot allows participants to utilize our open studio space for their ongoing projects. It’s an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in a creative environment and focus on your artistic endeavors. \nAs an added benefit\, we are delighted to have local artists Susan Sands and Joalida Smit on board. They will be present during the studio hours to offer guidance\, answer questions\, and provide valuable feedback. Their expertise and experience will undoubtedly enrich your artistic journey and foster a supportive community of like-minded individuals. \nWhether you’re a painter\, sculptor\, writer\, photographer\, or any other kind of artist\, our studio space is open to all forms of creativity. Join us on Thursdays to nurture your creative spirit\, collaborate with fellow artists\, and receive invaluable input from Susan Sands and Joalida Smit. We look forward to seeing your artistic endeavors flourish within our vibrant artistic community at Gorton. \nOpen Studio will run every Thursday from 9:30am – 12:30pm – $35/Day \n*PARTICIPANTS MUST BRING THEIR OWN SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/open-studio-for-artists-8/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Age,Art,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T183000
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SUMMARY:Holiday Sewing Workshop with Ciao Bella Sewing
DESCRIPTION:Get holiday ready during this fun & festive three week sewing class! Sewers will love making handmade gifts for the upcoming holiday. If you are a beginner or an experienced sewer\, this class is mfor you! Sewing supplies\, including fabric\, thread\, needles\, and pins\, will be provided. Ages 7 – 12 \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/advanced-holiday-sewing-workshop-with-ciao-bella-sewing/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Classes,Sewing,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T213613
CREATED:20240822T142623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T193520Z
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SUMMARY:REVIVAL 69
DESCRIPTION:John Lennon\, Yoko Ono\, Little Richard\, The Doors\, Chuck Berry\, and other legends unite for the 1969 Toronto Rock and Roll Revival music festival. \nDirector: Ron Chapman \nStars: John Lennon\, Alice Cooper\, Yoko Ono \nFirst Thursdays are generously sponsored by the Sheffield Foundation.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/rivival-69-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T213613
CREATED:20241029T193320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T190822Z
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SUMMARY:Book Talk with Judge David Tatel about Memoir "Vision"
DESCRIPTION:“Vision” is memoir by retired Judge David Tatal\, a retired Judge\, about becoming blind\, his legal and judicial careers as well as the newest family addition\, Vixen\, his guide dog.\nThe “moving\, thoughtful\, and inspiring memoir” by Bryan Stevenson\, author of Just Mercy\, about one of America’s most accomplished public servants and legal thinkers—who spent years denying and working around his blindness\, before finally embracing it as an essential part of his identity. \nDavid Tatel has served nearly 30 years on America’s second highest court\, the United States Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit\, where many of our most crucial cases are resolved—or teed up for the Supreme Court. He has championed equal justice for his entire adult life; decided landmark environmental and voting cases; and embodied the ideal of what a great judge should be. Yet he has been blind for the past 50 of his 80-plus years.\nInitially\, he depended upon aides to read texts to him\, and more recently\, a suite of hi-tech solutions has allowed him to listen to reams of documents at high speeds. At first\, he tried to hide his deteriorating vision\, and for years\, he denied that it had any impact on his career. Only recently\, partly thanks to his first-ever guide dog\, Vixen\, has he come to fully accept his blindness and the role it’s played in his personal and professional lives. His story of fighting for justice over many decades\, with and without eyesight\, is an inspiration to us all. \n“This memoir of a judge of the country’s second highest court\, who has been without sight for decades\, goes down like a cool drink on a hot day.” —Scott Turow\, #1 bestselling author of Suspect\n“Deeply moving and packed with wisdom.” —Frank Bruni\, New York Times \nCLICK TO REGISTER
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/book-talk-with-judge-david-tatel-about-his-memoir-vision/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – Stuart Community Room
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Rental Events,Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T213613
CREATED:20241030T150940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T162847Z
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SUMMARY:Makkai Nutcracker-Saturday 2024
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/makkai-nutcracker-saturday2024/
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:20241208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T213613
CREATED:20241031T162957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T162957Z
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SUMMARY:Makkai Nutcracker-Sunday 2024
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/makkai-nutcracker-sunday-2024/
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:20241210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T213613
CREATED:20240702T191518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T191518Z
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SUMMARY:RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
DESCRIPTION:https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-timePlease note\, pre-registration is mandatory and only takes a few minutes – please click the link. \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-2-dec10/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T213613
CREATED:20240822T142704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T162909Z
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SUMMARY:LITTLE WOMEN
DESCRIPTION:In flashbacks\, aspiring author Jo and her sisters — Meg\, Beth and Amy — welcome their new neighbor\, Laurie\, into their creative inner circle as they help their Marmee hold down the homestead while their father serves in the Civil War. \nDirector: Greta Gerwig \nStars: Saoirse Ronan\, Emma Watson\, Florence Pugh
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/little-women-3/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T171500
DTSTAMP:20260414T213613
CREATED:20240822T164317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T202839Z
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SUMMARY:Draw-A-Long Nutcracker
DESCRIPTION:Join Lezlie Lenz for this fun holiday after school workshop!  Lezlie will guide students step-by-step to draw and decorate the beloved nutcracker. Ages 1st – 4th Grades
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/draw-a-long-nutcracker/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Art,Classes,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T213613
CREATED:20240822T142800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T193739Z
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SUMMARY:LITTLE WOMEN
DESCRIPTION:In flashbacks\, aspiring author Jo and her sisters — Meg\, Beth and Amy — welcome their new neighbor\, Laurie\, into their creative inner circle as they help their Marmee hold down the homestead while their father serves in the Civil War. \nDirector: Greta Gerwig \nStars: Saoirse Ronan\, Emma Watson\, Florence Pugh
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/little-women-4/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T211500
DTSTAMP:20260414T213613
CREATED:20240828T202131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T230134Z
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SUMMARY:Do Not Submit-Lake Forest
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling Open Mic-WALK-INS WELCOME\n  \nDNS takes place the second Wednesday of every month. No Cover Charge!\n  \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 Jasmin Rodriguez\, Suzie Garfield & Lisa Parr \n  \nAbout Your Host: \n \nJasmin Rodriguez is a trained actress with over 9 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 enjoys nature walks by the lake\, bike riding\, yoga and travels to Europe.   \n\n  \n\n  \n \nSuzie Garfield expects everyone to have stories (not just a story) to tell. As for her own background: She’s raised her 2 sons to adulthood. She’s programmed computers\, managed business projects\, learned as much as she could about other stuff\, taught as much of it as she could get to interest other people\, and always—always—told the stories about any and all of it. Now\, as a retiree from the conventional workforce\, an empty nester\, a consumer of food\, opera\, theater\, museums\, the visual arts\, and miscellaneous other adventures\, and a perpetual storyteller\, she keeps looking for and finding the next challenge\, the next thing to learn\, do\, and teach\, and the next story. \n\n  \n\n  \n \nAfter teaching studio art and art history in high school and colleges\, Lisa Parr opened and still runs her business internationally restoring Historic Landmark antique carousels\, speaking and writing articles on them and her specialty of original paint. Additional application of her skills is for legal work\, court verifying and identifying carousel figures for insurance\, damage\, and theft for private collectors\, as well as appraisals for museums\, art dealers\, and auctions. In connection with carousel art\, Lisa pursues research in early Celtic design and mythology on site in the upper isles of Scotland. Many early Celtic and pre-Christian designs are reproduced on carousels and carousel animals. Her interest in ancient and contemporary mythology has led her to research mountain storytelling\, initiating more travel and recent storytelling\, herself. Lisa has been telling Highland Park\, Lake Forest\, and several venues in Chicago. For fun\, Lisa also restores antique wood toys and sports cars\, which she drives with vigor and nostalgia.​
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/do-not-submit-lake-forest-13/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Performing Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T123000
DTSTAMP:20260414T213613
CREATED:20231205T182217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T170613Z
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SUMMARY:Open Studio for Artists
DESCRIPTION:Gorton warmly welcomes artists and creatives from diverse backgrounds! We are thrilled to announce that we are now providing studio space every Thursday\, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. This dedicated time slot allows participants to utilize our open studio space for their ongoing projects. It’s an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in a creative environment and focus on your artistic endeavors. \nAs an added benefit\, we are delighted to have local artists Susan Sands and Joalida Smit on board. They will be present during the studio hours to offer guidance\, answer questions\, and provide valuable feedback. Their expertise and experience will undoubtedly enrich your artistic journey and foster a supportive community of like-minded individuals. \nWhether you’re a painter\, sculptor\, writer\, photographer\, or any other kind of artist\, our studio space is open to all forms of creativity. Join us on Thursdays to nurture your creative spirit\, collaborate with fellow artists\, and receive invaluable input from Susan Sands and Joalida Smit. We look forward to seeing your artistic endeavors flourish within our vibrant artistic community at Gorton. \nOpen Studio will run every Thursday from 9:30am – 12:30pm – $35/Day \n*PARTICIPANTS MUST BRING THEIR OWN SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/open-studio-for-artists-7/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Age,Art,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T213613
CREATED:20230824T131222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T161343Z
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SUMMARY:Cannoli Class! Learn to Make Cannoli
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a fun evening with friends or family at our Tony ‘Cannoli’ class! Tony will teach you the techniques he uses to create his signature crunchy\, bubble-free shell.\nTony “Cannoli” Volpentesta was taught in his Italian grandmother’s kitchen and is in never-ending pursuit to make the perfect cannoli shells as vehicles for his delectable filling. Leaning on traditional techniques\, Tony Cannoli offers a playful variety of cannoli-themed desserts including cannoli bites\, chips n dip\, & cake! stop by his dessert shop in downtown Mundelein to satisfy your sweet tooth! Ages: 7 and Up!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/cannoli-class-learn-to-make-cannoli-6/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Age,Classes,Cooking,Specialty
GEO:42.2506703;-87.8374004
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