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SUMMARY:Stress Better®: An Introduction to Breathing for Health and Performance
DESCRIPTION:“Breathwork” has emerged as a popular strategy for improving our relationship with stress. Drawing from the latest research\, this interactive\, two-part presentation will explore the connection between breathing and emotion and highlight the safest and most effective breathing practices for stress optimization. \nA two-part series where attendees will learn how to assess their own breathing habits and how to enhance their health and performance through mindful breathing practices. \n \nMatthew Dewar\, Ed.D.\, is a professional educator\, speaker\, and author. For fifteen years\, he has researched the impact of mindfulness and emotion regulation practices on teaching\, learning\, and leadership in schools. More recently\, he has focused on enhancing health and performance through breathing behavior analysis and heart rate variability (HRV) biofeedback training. \nDr. Dewar is also the founder of Matt Dewar\, LLC\, and the creator of the Stress Better® Framework\, which he has shared with collegiate and professional athletes\, Fortune 500 executives\, colleges and universities\, first responders\, and military personnel. Dr. Dewar authored Education and Well-Being: An Ontological Inquiry\, The Mindful Breathing Workbook for Teens\, and Breathing in Balance (forthcoming). His work has been featured on TEDx\, NPR\, Thrive Global\, the National Wellness Institute\, and many podcasts.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/stress-better-an-introduction-to-breathing-for-health-and-performance/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Specialty
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SUMMARY:Belonging: The Science of Creating Connection and Bridging Divides
DESCRIPTION:We live in enormously divisive times. Divisions based on ​​class\, politics\, race\, religion\, gender\, and nationality are erupting around the globe. The consequences of not having a sense of belonging range from political strife to illness to underperformance at work and in the classroom. Americans have become disconnected from their communities\, and about one in five Americans suffers from chronic loneliness\, especially young adults. Why is our sense of belonging so undermined? What if there were a set of science-backed techniques for navigating modern social life that could help us overcome our differences\, create empathy\, and forge lasting connections across divides? \nGeoffrey L. Cohen\, Ph.D. (FAN ’22)\, Professor of Psychology and the James G. March Professor of Organizational Studies in Education and Business at Stanford University\, answers these questions and more in his extraordinary 2022 book Belonging: The Science of Creating Connection and Bridging Divides. As Prof. Cohen explains\, often inadvertently\, we behave in ways that threaten others’ sense of belonging. Yet small acts that establish connection\, brief activities such as reflecting on our core values\, and a wealth of practices that he refers to under the general rubric of “situation-crafting” have been shown to lessen polarization in our politics\, improve motivation and performance in school and work\, combat racism in our communities\, enhance health and well-being\, and unleash the potential in ourselves and our relationships. The book’s research is essential for managers\, educators\, parents\, administrators\, caregivers\, and everyone who wants those around them to thrive. \nProf. Cohen will be in conversation with LeViis Haney\, Ed.D.\, the Director of Equity\, Diversity\, and Inclusion at Adlai E. Stevenson High School. Dr. Haney also teaches principal preparation courses as an adjunct professor at Northeastern Illinois University and Loyola University Chicago\, and is a facilitator for the Kaleidoscope Group\, a DEI firm based in Chicago. \nThis event is suitable for youth 12+. It will be recorded but not live streamed and will be available on FAN’s website and YouTube channel.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/fan-belonging-the-science-of-creating-connection-and-bridging-divides/
LOCATION:Adlai E. Stevenson High School\, Little Theater
CATEGORIES:Family Action Network
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SUMMARY:City of Lake Forest Ward 1 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:  \nCity of Lake Forest Ward 1 Meeting\nJoin your Aldermen to learn what’s new in your neighborhood and what’s happening in Lake Forest!\nWard 1 Meeting: Tuesday\, April 16\, 7 pm\nGorton Center\, 400 E Illinois Road\nAldermen Nancy P. Novit and Joseph R. Waldeck \n Wondering what Ward you live in? Find your Ward\, Aldermen\, and other property information in the Community Portal.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/city-of-lake-forest-ward-1-meeting/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Community,Rental Events
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SUMMARY:Organize Your Family's Printed Photo Collection
DESCRIPTION:Do you have lots of printed photos? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure what to do with them? Attend this class and learn how to curate and organize them with certified photo organizer Bonnie Hillman Shay. \n \nBonnie Hillman Shay is a Certified Photo Organizer and founder of Mariposa Photo Organizing based in Highland Park\, IL. Bonnie helps her clients organize\, edit\, and back up their printed and digital photo and video collections as well as create photo books\, online photo galleries and other ways of sharing their photos. She wants her clients to have access to their family photo treasures so that they can enjoy them\, manage them and share them with generations to come. Bonnie has been featured in numerous publications and presents for live audiences\, on teleseminars\, and on webinars. Bonnie is a member of The Photo Managers.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/how-to-organize-your-family/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Specialty
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SUMMARY:Lady Bird
DESCRIPTION:An intrepid high schooler in Sacramento undergoes the trials of love\, family and self-discovery as she dreams of escaping to college on the East Coast.\nDirector/Writer: Greta Gerwig\nStars: Saoirse Ronan\, Laurie Metcalf\, Tracy Letts
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/lady-bird-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,Independent
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SUMMARY:Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child
DESCRIPTION:According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\, a baby is born with a birth defect every 4½ minutes. One of those children was Kelley Coleman’s son\, born with a rare (and still undiagnosed) genetic syndrome. Feeling equal parts terrified and alone\, she soon learned that no one tells parents how to do any of this. In her new book\, Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child: Your Guide to the Essential System\, Services\, and Supports\, Coleman\, a feature film development executive turned author and passionate advocate for parent caregivers and individuals with disabilities\, turns her hard-earned expertise into the much needed “You Are Here” on the map of this unexpected journey. \nPresented with empathy and humor\, the book gives parents the tools to navigate the complex medical\, educational\, and social service systems necessary for disabled children to thrive. This is “been there\, tried that” insider information about diagnosis\, working with your medical team\, insurance\, school\, financial and future planning\, disability rights\, and advocacy. \nColeman will be in conversation with Lindsay Crain\, head of Content and Community at Undivided\, an organization with a mission to support and empower parents raising children with disabilities. As the parent of a teenager with cerebral palsy\, Crain is driven to build and reinforce systems and practices that create a more inclusive culture. She is currently serving as a Community Representative on the CA State Interagency Coordinating Council on Early Intervention. \nThis event suitable for youth 12+. It will be recorded and available on FAN’s website and YouTube channel. \nBONUS AFTER-HOURS EVENT: Attendees who purchase a copy of Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child from FAN’s partner bookseller The Book Stall are invited to attend an AFTER-HOURS event hosted by Ms. Coleman that will start immediately after the webinar. Details on the webinar registration page.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/fan-everything-no-one-tells-you-about-parenting-a-disabled-child/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Family Action Network
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T203000
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SUMMARY:Lady Bird
DESCRIPTION:An intrepid High Schooler in Sacramento undergoes the trials of love\, family and self-discovery as she dreams of escaping to college on the East Coast.\n\n\n\n\n\nDirector/Writer: Greta Gerwig\nStars: Saoirse Ronan\, Laurie Metcalf\, Tracy Letts
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/lady-bird/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,Independent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T033239Z
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SUMMARY:Jason Bishop
DESCRIPTION:America’s Hottest Illusionist is coming to Gorton! One second Jason is reading your mind\, the next he’s making goldfish appear! \nGrowing up in the foster care system\, Jason discovered his love of magic at a very young age.  In his early years he frequented libraries devouring every book he could on magic and illusion. Now\, he is one of the top magic and illusion personalities in the country.   Having one of the largest touring shows in the country\, Jason was handpicked by LiveNation to perform with Ke$ha\, Matt & Kim\, Paramore\, Weezer\, Drake\, and many other celebrities at multiple Bamboozle Festivals. His status as a top celebrity magician has resulted in tours around the world from LA to New York City to Europe\, Mexico and beyond\, \nJason has performed privately for celebrities like Jennifer Aniston and Bam Margera\, who’ve heralded him the “best they’ve ever seen.” Bishop’s combination of modern music\, fast paced magic\, sleight of hand and audience participation makes for one of the most dynamic and proactive illusion shows you will ever witness. \n“There’s real elegance and even wit in the precision of his gestures\, the agility of each finger.” – The New York Times \n“Mr. Bishop’s quick wit and a sharp humor will keep the adults amused and the children will ohh and ahh over his masterful talent. In a world that seems devoid of innocents and wonder\, we could all use a little magic and Jason Bishop is sure to enchant.” – Suzanna Bowling\, Times Square Chronicles \n  \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/jason-bishop/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Family & Kids,Performing Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260509T052012
CREATED:20240124T221416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T151404Z
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SUMMARY:3D Printing Workshop (Kids!)
DESCRIPTION:This fun workshop is designed to help students get hands-on with 3D printers. They will get an in-depth introduction and usage experience with 3D printing. They will get to design basic shapes using Tinkercad\, learn to use slicing software\, upload to a printer\, and print the shapes they design. Ages 8 – 12 years old. \nSTUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED (BUT NOT REQUIRED) TO BRING THEIR OWN LAPTOP OR IPAD! \nThis 2-day workshop runs on Saturday\, April 20 and 27\, 9am – 12pm \nDr. Jayant Joshi holds a PhD in Materials Science and has been a passionate proponent of the 3D printing industry. He has been working with 3D printers and printing toys and art objects for over 3 years. He has spent close to 17 years in healthcare related research and product development. As a materials scientist and professional researcher\, he loves to educate and mentor students and budding entrepreneurs in various areas of science and technology.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/3d-printing-workshop-kids/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Art,Classes,Specialty,STEM,Youth
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