Our events are for everyone, and you can help spread the word! Just forward this Event Calendar to friends, family, and neighbors, and invite them to join you.
Registration is required for all events! RSVP using the links in each event description, or by emailing celebrate@thevillagechicago.org.
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Virtual New Member Meet and Greet
Monday, January 9, 3:30 PM - 5 PM
Location: via Zoom
Members and guests: free
Did you join the Village in 2022 or 2023? Are you an established member that wants to welcome new members, or make new connections? This is the event for you! During this fun Zoom session, you will have the chance to meet new people and enjoy good conversation from the comfort of home. Stay for the whole time or pop on to say hello – all are welcome!
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Financial Planning for Retirement
Presented by the Village Men's Group
Wednesday, January 11, 11 AM - 1 PM
Members and guests: free, lunch self-hosted.
Join the Men’s Group for an informative and engaging presentation led by Patrick Karpowicz, CPA who will discuss various financial topics including the role of fiduciaries when we retire and about tax law changes that impact retirement funds. The presentation will take place in the Meeting Room of the Lincoln Belmont Library; the group will then enjoy lunch at the nearby Flagship Tavern. (Although this program is hosted by the Men's Group, all are welcome to join.)
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An Evening of Storytelling & Discussion with Jitesh Jaggi Presented by the Life 3.0 Committee
Wednesday, January 11, Hors d'oeuvres at 5:30 PM, program begins at 6 PM
Location: Home of Karen Terry (address shared upon registration)
Join the Life 3.0 Committee for a special evening of storytelling and discussion, led by poet, storyteller, and writer, Jitesh Jaggi. Jitesh is a two-time Moth StorySlam winner, a host and producer for the podcast The Story Collider, and sought after coach, educator, and speaker. Guests will enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres upon arrival at 5:30 with the program beginning at 6. Click on the image above to watch one of his remarkable stories and then join us for a unique evening of entertainment, significance, and fun. Click the image of Jaggi above to view a YouTube video of one of his stories!
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Saturday Afternoon at the Movies: No Sudden Move (2021)
Saturday, December 31, 3 PM
Location: via Zoom
Members & guests: free
A group of criminals are brought together under mysterious circumstances and have to work together to uncover what’s really going on when their simple job goes completely sideways.
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Exercise at Home with Jill Stein
Tuesdays, Ongoing
Next Session: January 3, 1 PM
Location: via Zoom
Come move your body and have fun! Work on functional/full body strength, joint mobility, posture, balance, pairing movement with breath, and core strength. Class is done standing, using a wall, and seated. Standing movements can be mimicked in a chair if needed.
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Favorite Films of the ‘30s and ‘40s
Gold Diggers of 1933 (1933)
Tuesday, January 3, 4:45 PM (Note time change!)
Location: via Zoom
A depression-era musical with Joan Blondell, Ruby Keeler, and Dick Powell. Directed by Mervyn Leroy, the film features dance numbers by Busby Berkeley and the powerful song, “The Forgotten Man.”
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“The Group” Discussion
Wednesday, January 4, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Location: via Zoom
Members & guests: free
Join a safe and understanding group of older individuals who want to share, vent, celebrate, commiserate, laugh, and talk about whatever is on their minds.
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Great Books, Great Conversations
Wednesday, January 4, 7 PM
Location: via Zoom
Members only: free
This ongoing Village discussion group meets on the first Wednesday of each month to discuss a selection of short readings from an anthology published by The Great Books Foundation. In 2023, we will read the selections in “Counterparts” from the Great Books Foundation. These readings are very accessible selections by authors such as Oscar Wilde, David Sedaris, and Betty Friedan. Come join the conversation! This discussion group is now in its thirteenth year, but new members are encouraged to join! The readings are short and stimulating, the conversations are lively, and the group is very welcoming to new participants.
For January, the group will read the section on Love - selections are “The Little Mermaid” by Hans Christian Andersen and “The Pangs of Love” by Jane Gardam.
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Short Story Intergenerational Discussions
Thursdays, Ongoing
Next Session: January 5, 5 PM
Location: via Zoom
Members & guests: free
Join the Bridging Generations Board for more short story discussions! Attendees of all ages are welcome to attend. This week's short story is Recitatif by Toni Morrison.
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Volunteering at the Greater Chicago Food Depository
Presented by the Village Men's Group
Saturday, January 7, 1 PM - 3:30 PM
Members and guests: free
Space is limited! RSVP to secure your spot today.
Join Rick Stuckey, Dick Sullivan, and other Village members in volunteering for the Greater Chicago Food Depository! The GCFD needs help repacking donated food so it can go out to food pantries and soup kitchens. The work varies a great deal depending on what kind of food they are repacking. Most jobs require standing for the whole time. However, there are light duty jobs available that can be done sitting down and not lifting anything heavy. Vaccination is required, and social distancing will be enforced while working, though masks are optional. More details will be sent to those who register.
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2023 Winter Memoir Writing
Mondays, six week series. January 9 - February 13, 1:30 PM - 3PM.
Location: Member Homes (addresses provided with confirmation emails)
Members–$60 & guests–$90.
We all have interesting life stories to tell. The hard part? Getting those stories down on paper. Whether you are an accomplished writer or just getting started, author, teacher, and journalist Beth Finke’s class helps you get your memoir off the ground. Students work on weekly writing assignments at home and read their work out loud in class on Mondays, making this a fun way to share stories and get to know others. Space is VERY limited for this session and Village members receive priority. If you are interested in attending, please email celebrate@thevillagechicago.org. |
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Brain Connection Café
Tuesdays, bi-weekly
Next Session: January 10, 11 AM
Location: via Zoom
Members & guests: free
This is a virtual session held every other week, open to anyone who would like to get connected to others, practice skills and exercise their brain, with brain games, storytelling, and reminiscing in a comfortable and casual environment. You do not need to attend every one to join.
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Happy Hour with the Life 3.0 Committee
Tuesday, January 10, 5 PM - 6:30 PM
Members & guests: free, drinks self-hosted
Life 3.0 is a lively, welcoming group who are exploring together how we want to live and work as we move into retirement and beyond. But mostly, we like getting together for some really good times! In January, the group will meet at Casati’s for good drinks and great conversation. All are welcome at this fun event!
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Coffee Chat BYOC
Thursdays, Bi-weekly
Next Chat: January 12, 10:30 AM
Location: via Zoom
Members only: free
An informal roundtable morning coffee chat via Zoom with fellow Village members to catch up on local issues; share your opinions, ideas, and memories; have some laughs; and increase your people connections through laughter and fellowship.
All are welcome!
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Returning to the Earth: Learn about Green Burial
Tuesday, January 17, 3 PM
Location: via Zoom
Members and guests: free
Join member Gloria St. John for an informative discussion on green burial, a way of caring for the dead with minimal environmental impact. Gloria will share more about the history and process of green burial, how to make arrangements using local resources, and tips on exploring related subjects such as home funerals. Consider green burial as a way to ensure that your ecological values are honored even at the very end of life.
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Use It Or Lose It: Hearing and Cognition
Wednesday, January 18, 12 PM
Location: via Zoom
Members and guests: free
Tune in for a webinar which explores the relationship between hearing loss and cognition, with information on your options for preventing and treating hearing loss. This event will be presented by Elizabeth Abbs, Doctor of Audiology, from Village sponsor Midwest ENT, and will feature plenty of time for Q&A with our hearing expert.
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Lunch at Dom’s Kitchen & Market on Wells
Presented by the Coffee Chat Group
Thursday, January 19, 12:30 PM
Members and guests: free, lunch self-hosted
Join the Coffee Chat group for a very special lunch at the new Dom’s Kitchen & Market in Old Town! Dom’s invites you to see their new store and have lunch in their eatery designed as a lounge space to foster a feeling of coziness, community, and delicious-ness. Attendees will enjoy a customized experience and delicious options from their varied tasting menu. Note: this event will be rescheduled if weather does not permit safe travel.
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Annual Legal Checkup for Older Adults
Wednesday, January 25, 12 PM
Location: via Zoom
Members and guests: free
The key to successfully peace of mind is preparation! Guided by Certified Elder Law Attorney Katie Casey, this 10-point checklist will show you how to give yourself an annual legal checkup. Learn how to organize your personal and financial information, create and adapt your care plan, identify issues in advance of a crisis before it jeopardizes your plans.
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Bill's Daily Music Video
Daily (ongoing) via email
Sign up for a daily (weekday) email with a personally selected music video and inspirational message to enjoy from fellow Village member Bill Lowe. Every weekday he will share his passion for music, often highlighting the 1960's and 70's. To sign up, please email celebrate@thevillagechicago.org. |
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Today's song selection: Talking Heads – Nothing But Flowers
Click image above to listen on YouTube!
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....and MORE!
Additional in-person and virtual programs are being announced weekly! Look for announcements in upcoming Member Memo emails, and visit our website. |
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Sponsor Program Highlight |
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Join our sponsor Belmont Village for a special event that will help you de-clutter. Whether you're moving, downsizing, or simply looking to pare down your possessions, this event will help you get started with a plan to succeed. RSVP is not required for this event. Questions may be directed to cspeck@belmontvillage.com
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A special thanks to Village sponsors! |
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The Terry Group • Raymond James • Chicago Innovation
• DePaul University • Home Instead Senior Care
• Belmont Village Senior Living of Lincoln Park
• Brookdale Senior Living • ACO Commercial Real Estate
• Wintrust Bank • Midwest ENT
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The Village Chicago is a social network of friendship, engagement and services for people over 50. We support all aspects of well-being through social engagement, an extensive services and referral network, lifelong learning, health and fitness, intergenerational relationships, work and purpose.
2502 North Clark Street, Chicago, Illinois 60614. 773.248.8700
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