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Inspire Creativity and Confidence Through Art Journaling Give your child the gift of creativity, self-expression, and emotional exploration through the magical world of art journaling. This […]
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Gorton Cabaret - Monday In this 8-week musical theater class, acting, singing, and dancing skills are introduced and progressed. Students select the songs they are most […]
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Discover Your Creative Potential Come develop your artistic skills and creativity in the way that works best for you! Whether you're a beginner or experienced artist, […]
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Theater Basics for Kids This fun, beginner-friendly class introduces students to the fundamentals of acting, singing, and dancing through a rotating structure that keeps every session […]
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Sing, Dance, and Play with Your Toddler in this Kindermusik Music and Movement Class Join your toddler in a joyful, energetic Kindermusik class designed just for […]
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Music and Movement Get ready to laugh, play, and connect like never before! In this joyful baby-parent music class, every moment becomes a memory to treasure. […]
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The Kindermusik curriculum blends music, movement, pretend play, storytelling, and community building. Each element works together to create a rich and engaging experience for your child. […]
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Do you have a budding artist in the family? Give their creativity room to grow in this engaging after-school art class designed specifically for students in […] |
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Gorton Cabaret - Thursday In this 8-week musical theater class, acting, singing, dancing skills are introduced and progressed. Students select the songs they are most excited […]
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Guitar & Bass Lessons with a Professional Musician Take Your Playing to the Next Level! Are you looking to refine your technique, explore new styles, or […]
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Palette & Pours: Spring Landscapes Inspired by Vincent Van Gogh - A Wine & Paint Night for Adults Get ready for Palette & Pours - a […] |
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Cookie Decorating with The Cookie Garden Join us for a fun, hands-on cookie decorating class made just for little bakers! Little Sprouts is designed for children […]
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Learn Soccer with Soccer Shots Classic – A Fun & Engaging Class! Looking for an exciting way to introduce your little one to the game of […]
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Learn Soccer with Soccer Shots Mini – A Fun & Engaging Class for Toddlers! - *PARENT ASSISTED* Looking for an exciting way to introduce your little […]
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Learn the art of Cookie Decorating! Curious about cookie decorating? This class is the sweetest place to start! No experience? No problem. We’ll guide you step […] |
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Give the Gift of Life at Gorton’s Monthly Blood Drive Join us at the Gorton Center for our monthly blood drive, proudly hosted in partnership with […] |
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Answer the call to adventure! In the Adventurers’ Guild we will defeat monsters and dragons, explore dungeons, and acquire powerful artifacts without ever leaving Gorton. Players […] |
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An Author's Homecoming New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author Laura Munson returns to Gorton Center. A native Lake Forester, she’s celebrating the release […]
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Storytelling Open Mic-WALK-INS WELCOME DNS takes place the second Wednesday of every month. No Cover Charge! Do Not Submit Lake Forest takes place in […]
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Draw & Paint with Joalida Come hang out in a space where creativity comes alive. Artist and educator Joalida Smit invites teens to join her ongoing […] |
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The Natural is a classic American sports film that mixes baseball with myth, fate, and redemption. The story centers on Roy Hobbs, a quiet, middle-aged man […]
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The Natural is a classic American sports film that mixes baseball with myth, fate, and redemption. The story centers on Roy Hobbs, a quiet, middle-aged man […] |
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Gather your favorite gals and get ready for a cozy, creative night filled with cookies, conversation, and plenty of frosting fun! This hands-on cookie decorating class […] |
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Relive the Music of Your Youth Formed by two Brits in New York City, The Brit Pack brings iconic UK rock to stages across the USA. […] |
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Fly Fishing Film Tour 2026 The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is proud to celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2026, marking two decades of unforgettable stories, […]
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Fly Fishing Film Tour Returns to Gorton The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is proud to celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2026, marking two decades of […]
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Turning Teen is here for #GirlMoms, #GirlDads, and any other trusted adult in a young person’s life. We know it can be hard to talk with […]
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Boys can grow so fast, it can take your breath away. Or their growth can proceed more slowly, confusing or even frustrating them. Talking to our […] |
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Haiku Poetry Celebrate National Poetry Month with the timeless art of Haiku. First, we’ll explore the simple structure of this powerful three-line poem. Then, we’ll focus […] |
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Are you or someone you know contemplating a divorce? This workshop will help you to understand the best options for you and your family. If a […] |
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Christian Dillingham Some artists you simply have to bring back. Grammy-winning bassist Christian Dillingham is one of them. A Rendezvous Arts favorite for years, Christian returns […] |
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Join Us for a Heartwarming Adoption Event with PAWS Chicago! Looking to add a furry friend to your family? Whether you're dreaming of a playful puppy […] |
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Restorative Yoga with Live Guitar & Sound Bath - A Mind/Body Experience This is the inner revolution release your body has been craving. Immerse yourself in […] |
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Yoga With Areta Join Areta for a traditional Vinyasa Flow yoga class. This one-hour, bi-weekly practice blends poses, breathwork, and meditation. Each session helps release tension, […]
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Learn to Make Cannoli from Scratch Step into the kitchen and learn how to make delicious, homemade cannoli! In this fun and interactive class, you'll discover […]
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Ready for fun, strategy, and a little friendly competition? Come learn Mahjong with friends and neighbors! In just five weeks, you’ll master the basics of National […] |
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Bring Them Home / Aiskótáhkapiyaaya is a documentary about a long effort by members of the Blackfoot Confederacy to return wild buffalo, known as iinnii, to […]
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For Pete the Cat, life is an adventure no matter where you wind up. So the minute the groovy blue cat meets The Biddles, he gets […]
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Sign Up Now for Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) Certification Class Prepare for babysitting success with the Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program from MEDIC First […]
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Manners Matter Good manners help kids shine. Simple things - like saying “please” or waiting their turn -can lead to big rewards. These small habits build […]
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Manners Matter Etiquette is an important life skill that helps children thrive in any setting. Simple actions - like saying “please,” listening respectfully, or waiting their […] |
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Yoga for Grief & Stress Release Grief and stress don’t just live in the mind - they also take root in the body. They often show […] |
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Yoga With Areta Join Areta for a traditional Vinyasa Flow yoga class. This one-hour, bi-weekly practice blends poses, breathwork, and meditation. Each session helps release tension, […]
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Welcome spring with a dusk-to-evening wine tasting set in the Solarium, designed for relaxed sipping in an elevated, garden-inspired setting. Enjoy a curated selection of wines […] |
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Come on an adventure building cool space robots using the RoboThink Robotics Kit in this super-fun STEAM program! Kids will learn about space, space travel, stars […] |
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About the Show Handpicked by Billy Joel to star in the Tony and Grammy-nominated Broadway musical Movin’ Out, Michael Cavanaugh was hailed by Billboard as “The […] |
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Spice Up Your Week with Latin Dance! Get ready to dance with Esther and Walt in a playful, energizing Latin dance class that sparks joy and […] |
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