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SUMMARY:Sing at Gorton - Music of the '80s and '90s
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first Sing at Gorton community sing – a no cost easy\, joyful way to come together through music. Dave Hiltebrand leads this one-night event with host Rich Torres\, and features favorite hits from the ’80s and ’90s.  \nNo experience is needed\, and there’s no future commitment – just show up ready to sing. We’ll warm up together\, then spend 45–60 minutes singing through a mix of familiar songs in a relaxed\, informal setting. Afterward\, stay for refreshments and conversation. \nWhether you love to sing in the car\, in the kitchen or with friends\, this is a fun way to connect with others through music. The songs we will sing are: \nFree Fallin’ – Tom Petty\nEverybody Wants To Rule the World – Tears for Fears\nTwo Princes – Spin Doctors\nI Want It That Way – Backstreet Boys\nGood to know:\n\nNo experience or vocal training needed\nOne-time event with no ongoing commitment\nHosted by Rich Torres and Led by Dave Hiltebrand\n45–60 minutes\nRefreshments afterward\n\n\nDave Hiltebrand has been a full-time musician for over 25 years. Since graduating from DePaul University School of Music\, Dave has extensive experience as a performer\, composer and studio musician. Highlights include the national tour of Jersey Boys\, co-writing and co-producing two national top-ten songs\, composing work for The Oprah Winfrey Show\, Nike and Allstate\, TV appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show\, Empire and Betrayal\, and tours to South Africa\, Cuba\, Spain\, Italy and Egypt. His debut solo guitar album Yoguitar\, Vol. 1 was released in 2016. Dave is currently an adjunct professor of Digital Music at Elmhurst University. \n  \n \nRich Torres has always had an interest in audio and video production. It dates all the way back to eighth grade when he walked into the television studio at Gordon Tech High School. Seeing the lights and cameras lit a fire in him and he chose to pursue an A/V career. It has been a long and winding road for Rich. He studied at Indiana University and worked as a reporter for the Fine Arts/NPR radio station while also working as a videographer for the IU Sports Information Department. After college\, Rich worked at the Chicago Board of Trade as a clerk\, Poplar Creek Music Theatre as the House Manager and then worked as an on-air talent and producer at WCKG and WXCD radio stations in Chicago. Rich started work in the A/V department at the Sears Centre Arena in Hoffman Estates where he eventually headed the department before landing at the Gorton Community Center. Rich has a son in college and likes to spend his spare time playing golf or tennis and other sports or playing guitar and listening to music and attending concerts. \n  \nSing at Gorton is a welcoming community sing series designed to bring people together in a fun\, informal way. Each event is themed around a different style of music\, led by local hosts and open to everyone — no experience or vocal knowledge necessary. These one-off gatherings last about 45–60 minutes and end with refreshments\, making it easy to join in\, connect and sing.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/sing-at-gorton-music-of-the-80s-and-90s/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:Gorton’s 5th Annual Cornhole Classic & Concert
DESCRIPTION:5th Annual Cornhole Classic & Concert\nSunday\, July 19 \, 2026 \nCheck-In: 3:30 pm | Cornhole Tournament Begins at 4:00 pm Rain or Shine – We’ll move the party indoors if needed! \nReady to toss bags\, sip local brews\, and rock out with friends?\nJoin us for a summer evening of fun at our Cornhole Classic & Concert! Whether you’re in it to win it or just here for the music\, this event is built for good times and great company. \n\nWhat to Expect\n\nLive Music from The Luxmen\nFree skills challenges with prizes for winners – Pop-a-Shot | Long Toss | Bonus Games\nDelicious Food Trucks!\nThat unbeatable mix of friendly competition and community fun!\n\n\nRegistration and Pricing-Two Divisions!\nFamily Division- $60 Early Bird Pricing! \nOne 2-Person TeamFamily Division teams must have at least team member aged 12 or under \nCompetitive Division – $60 Early Bird Pricing! \nOne 2-Person Team \nBuy your team now!  Prices increase week prior to event to: $70 Family Division / $80 Adult Competitive Division \nVIP Bar Access Add-On- $50 \nEnjoy bar access and included drinks while you toss and mingle! For participants ages 21+ only \nImportant Info: \n\nRegistration closes Saturday\, July 18 at 2 pm\nWalk-ins welcome (space permitting) until 3:45 pm\n3:30 – Check-in opens\n4:00 pm – Tournament begins\n6:30 pm – Championship round and prizes!\nLive music throughout the afternoon/evening\n\n\nLive Music by The Luxmen\nGet ready to dance\, sing\, and celebrate with The Luxmen\, a high-energy band bringing nonstop fun with crowd-favorite hits from every era. From classic rock to today’s favorites\, their lively performance keeps audiences of all ages on their feet and the party going all night long. \n\nTournament Details\n\nNo pros allowed – just great players and good sportsmen\nRound-robin format with a 3-game minimum per team\nACO rules apply\nTeams of two – bring a friend and defend your title (or seek redemption!)\nChampionship game starts around 6:30 pm\nPrizes for first and second place!\n\nFamily Division Notes:\n\nFamily Division teams must have at least one player aged 12 or under\nShortened throw line for kids\n\nRegistration closes Saturday\, July 18 at 2 pm – Walk-ins welcome if space allows by 3:45 pm \n\nFood & Extras\n\nFood available for purchase throughout the event from local vendors\nFree activities for kids (life size games\, bubbles and bean bag toss)\n\n\nSponsorships\nCorporate and Individual sponsorships available- includes a set of customized boards! Email Ann for more information. \n\nDon’t Miss Out!\nGrab your teammate\, bring your friends and join us for one of the best events of the summer!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/5th-cornhole-classic-concert/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:Sing at Gorton - Americana with Mr. V
DESCRIPTION:Come sing with us at this all-ages Americana community sing led by Bill Vaananen. Part of the Lake Forest 250th Celebration\, this special Sing at Gorton gathering brings people together through songs we know and love. \nFirst\, we’ll warm up! Next\, we will sing a selection of familiar favorites\, including “Take Me Home\, Country Roads\,” “This Land Is Your Land\,” “The City of New Orleans” and “If I Had a Hammer.” No experience is necessary\, and there’s no future commitment — just a chance to share music in a welcoming\, low-pressure setting. \nThe event runs about 45–60 minutes\, followed by refreshments and time to connect. \nGood to know:\n\nOpen to all ages – bring the whole family\nNo experience or vocal knowledge necessary\nOne-off event with no future commitment\nPart of the Lake Forest 250th Celebration\nLed by Bill Vaananen\nRefreshments afterward\n\nBill Vaananen is an award-winning music educator and composer who has taught and directed elementary-aged students for over 45 years. Originally from Oklahoma\, “Mr. V.” was general music teacher at Wescott School in Northbrook for 37 years. He has written hundreds of songs and dozens of original theater works that have been performed across Chicago’s northern suburbs. Recipient of the Golden Apple Award\, IEA Human Rights Award\, National-Louis Distinguished Alumni Award for Social Justice\, and Star of Teaching Award for the State of Illinois\, Vaananen continues to perform classes and presentations for children\, weaving his original music into inspiring lessons on Nature\, history\, culture\, and adventure. \nSing at Gorton is a welcoming community sing series designed to bring people together in a fun\, informal way. Each event is themed around a different style of music\, led by local hosts and open to everyone — no experience or vocal knowledge necessary. These one-off gatherings last about 45–60 minutes and end with refreshments\, making it easy to join in\, connect and sing.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/sing-at-gorton-americana-with-mr-v/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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