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Celebrate creativity and gratitude in this hands-on workshop! In the Vase & Bookmark workshop, children are invited to make personalized gifts for their teacher - perfect […] |
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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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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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Draw & Paint with Joalida DATES: Tuesday, December 2 Wednesday, December 10 Wednesday, December 17 Come hang out in a space where creativity comes alive. Artist […] |
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Special shopping from 2:30-3 pm for kids with sensory needs only! Give your child a chance to surprise the whole family this season A beloved community […]
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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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Echo In The Canyon celebrates the explosion of popular music that came out of LA’s Laurel Canyon in the mid-60s as folk went electric and The […]
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Get Ready to Move with SALSArobics! Join Esther Gutierrez Sloan every Friday for a dynamic workout that blends fun, rhythm, and full-body movement. This class isn’t […]
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Palette & Pours: Paint Your Pet - A Wine & Paint Night for Adults Get ready for Palette & Pours - a lively, adults-only night where […]
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Grab Your Boots and Get Ready to Line Dance! Kick the dust off those boots. Pop on that cowboy hat. Slide into your favorite jeans. It’s […] |
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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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Dear Patrons,We are so sorry to have to postpone the screening of "Making The Movie: Home Alone". We will try and reschedule a screening as soon […]
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THIS CLASS IS SOLD OUT! Learn the Art of Cookie Decorating! Curious about cookie decorating? This class is the sweetest place to start! No experience? No […]
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THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! Curious about cookie decorating? This beginner-friendly class is the perfect place to start! Whether you're brand new to sugar cookies or […] |
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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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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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Pour Painting has become a popular way of creating abstract paintings. Liquid acrylic paints can be mixed and poured onto the canvas, resulting in an organic […] |
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Do Not Submit – Lake Forest: A Monthly Night of Storytelling Looking for a welcoming space to share your story—or just listen to others tell theirs? […]
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THIS SESSION HAS ALREADY STARTED. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO JOIN, PLEASE REACH OUT TO LIBBY! Sing, Dance, and Play with Your Toddler in this Kindermusik […]
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THIS SESSION HAS ALREADY STARTED. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO JOIN, PLEASE REACH OUT TO LIBBY! Music and Movement Get ready to laugh, play, and connect […]
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Join Chef Thierry Lefeuvre of Froggy’s French Café in Highwood for an unforgettable evening of fine food, wine, and culinary inspiration! This engaging and delicious cooking […]
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Celebrate the Season: A Festive Sparkling Wine Tasting Join us this December for a festive sparkling wine tasting hosted by Oakwood Vines of Lake Forest. This […] |
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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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Christmas O’Carolan Imagine an Irish winter evening filled with music, laughter, and stories passed down through generations. This concert celebrates the spirit of Turlough O’Carolan, the […]
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Get Ready to Move with SALSArobics! Join Esther Gutierrez Sloan every Friday for a dynamic workout that blends fun, rhythm, and full-body movement. This class isn’t […] |
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RoboThink Holiday STEM Workshop: Build, Learn, and Celebrate the Season! The magic of the holidays will be celebrated in an exciting new way during the RoboThink […]
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Make this holiday season extra merry with a workshop filled with creativity, laughter, and hands-on fun! In this festive class, kids ages 7–12 will dive into […]
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Discover the Healing Power of Reiki in this Accelerated Class Reiki is a Japanese energy healing practice that supports physical, emotional, and mental balance. It uses […] |
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Tai Chi Workshop: Exploring the Essence of Mindful Movement Join us for a transformative workshop that delves into the rich philosophy, principles, and internal practices of […] |
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Jump into the holiday spirit and get creative! Join us for a festive DIY Holiday Ornament Workshop made just for young makers. In this lively, hands-on […] |
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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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Ready to take your painting to the next level? This class is ideal for artists who already have some experience painting in Oil, Acrylic, Gouache, or […] |
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Peanuts Jazz Come celebrate the season with an unforgettable evening of holiday cheer and timeless jazz as The Chris White Trio presents their beloved annual tribute […] |
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White Christmas spins the romantic and humorous tale of Bob Wallace and Phil Davis (Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye), two Army buddies who became a top-notch […]
$5 – $10
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Get Ready to Move with SALSArobics! Join Esther Gutierrez Sloan every Friday for a dynamic workout that blends fun, rhythm, and full-body movement. This class isn’t […] |
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Holiday Concert with the Lake Forest Civic Orchestra Join us for a fun and festive afternoon with the Lake Forest Civic Orchestra at our annual Holly […]
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Holiday Concert with the Lake Forest Civic Orchestra Celebrate the season with a joyful evening of music, community, and cheer! The Lake Forest Civic Orchestra presents […]
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Looking for something fun to do over winter break? Join our Winter Break Sewing Workshop with Ciao Bella Sewing - a two-day creative adventure for kids […]
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Seeds of Wellness offers a dynamic series of classes that introduce children to what it means to be well. Kids explore wellness through movement, games, activities, […] |
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Celebrate the Holidays with Tony Cannoli at Gorton Center! Add a delicious twist to your holiday festivities with freshly filled cannoli-themed pastries! On Tuesday, December 23, […] |
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This fall, Warren Miller’s SNO-CIETY brings the global ski and snowboard community back together to celebrate the start of the season for the 76th year. From […]
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This fall, Warren Miller’s SNO-CIETY brings the global ski and snowboard community back together to celebrate the start of the season for the 76th year. From […]
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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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Looking for something fun to do over winter break? Join our Winter Break Sewing Workshop with Ciao Bella - a two-day creative adventure for kids ages […]
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Seeds of Wellness offers a dynamic series of classes that introduce children to what it means to be well. Kids explore wellness through movement, games, activities, […]
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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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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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