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EnjoyTuesday Men’s Club Program 2

Performances & Special Events 4

Daytrips 4

LearnArt & Architecture 6

Current Events 7

Dramatic Portrayals 10

Film, Theatre & Television 12

History 16

Literature & Writing 19

Music Appreciation 21

People, Places, & Culture 23

Religion & Spirituality 25

Science & Nature 25

EnrichAdventure 27

Arts & Crafts 27

Computers & Technology 30

Driver Education 32

Food & Culinary Arts 32

Language 33

Lifestyle 33

Money Matters 35

LiveBrain Fitness 36

Exercise & Dance 36

Fitness Center 37

Health & Wellness Education 40

Support Groups 42

PlayClubs & Social Groups 43

Games 44

Sports & Leisure 45

Monthly Calendar 46

ContentsJanuary through April 2018

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What You Need to Know

Welcome to our Winter 2018 catalog! Inside you will find over 200 exciting classes, activities and events. There are many new programs to explore that will educate, enrich, and entertain you. We hope to see you around the Center soon!

Registration begins on December 4 for members and December 11 for non-members

Remember to Register in Advance for Your Classes and Activit iesPlease register in advance for all your classes, activities and events to secure your spot and avoid the last minute rush that can result in you being late to class. You can register online, by phone, by mail, or visit the Lifelong Learning office. Full registration information on page 54.

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The Lifelong Learning catalog is published three times a year for members, friends and supporters of NSSC, a not-for-profit agency serving seniors and their families throughout the north suburban area. The NSSC Arthur C. Nielsen, Jr. Campus is located at 161 Northfield Road, Northfield, IL 60093. Lifelong Learning phone 847.784.6030. Fax 847.784.6087. NSSC general phone 847.784.6000. www.nssc.org.

Around the CenterNorth Shore Senior Center 2018 Annual MeetingTuesday, January 9 from 10-11:30am

All North Shore Senior Center members are invited to our 2018 Annual Meeting. The meeting begins at 10am with a State of the Center presentation and the election of new board members. The Keynote Presentation with Julie S. Tye, President of the Hadley Institute for the Blind follows.

Electronics Recycling, Hazardous Household Items, and Document ShreddingTuesday, April 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Serious spring clean-up help is here! Bring your old computers, electronics, paint, batteries, household items, and important old documents to the Center. Abt Electronics, Northfield Township, and Glenkirk’s Opportunity Secure Data Destruction (OSDD) will be here to accept your recyclables and shred documents. Help the environment by ensuring that your used belongings are disposed of in an environmentally-responsible manner. A complete list of what will and will not be accepted will be available in Lifelong Learning prior to the event.

Enjoy these fun events this Winter!

Enjoy two fun concerts this winter. On Friday, March 2 the women’s a cappella group North Shore Harmonizers present Feelin’ Groovy, featuring standards from the Great American Songbook punctuated by rock ‘n roll hits that will have you dancing in the aisles.

New Instructors for Winter 2018

Lifelong Learning staff is always searching for new and interesting programs for you to enjoy. Take a peek at these new instructors and their programs:

Glenn Adelson, Botanist, Director of Environmental Studies, Lake Forest College spent his sabbatical year traveling and photographing nature to bring us “The Astonishing Beauty and Wisdom of Wildflowers.”

Bruce Allardice, College Professor, Historian and Author will introduce “Private Yankee Doodle: Five Myths about Washington’s Army.”

Catherine Driscoll, Published Author and Car Enthusiast will describe how an unexpected purchase led to a lifetime fascination with “A Wild Ride: A Car Collector’s Story.”

Paul Gulezian, PhD. Biology Professor, Coordinator of Environmental Studies, Oakton CC will share his knowledge of “The Science and Politics of Climate Change.”

Michele Hoffman-Trotter, MS, JD, Marine Biology Researcher will educate on “Water: Science of a Human Right.”

Paul J. Kaiser, Professor Emeritus, Computer & Mathematical Sciences, Lewis University will explore “Code Breaking at Bletchley Park,” the intriguing story of the Enigma machine and the Lorenz machine during WWII.

Gary Wenstrup, College Professor and Musical Enthusiast will present “The Beatles: A Magical History Tour,” whose music still continues to influence our culture today.

On Friday, April 20 Cynthia and Matt Gruel perform Unforgettable! Music of the 50s at a Luncheon and Concert event. Enjoy the the soaring songs of Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, and Johnny Mathis. A buffet lunch will be served before the performance. See page 4 for details.

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January 2The Japanese Navy’s Extensive Planning to Attack Pearl HarborGerry Brodick, Historian

Gerry will present the plans and execution the Japanese Navy had to sneak across the Pacific and launch a surprise attack on the American Navy on December 7, 1941. He has interviewed many survivors on both sides of that day’s conflict.

January 9North Shore Senior Center 2018 Annual MeetingAll Center members are invited to our 2018 Annual Meeting. The Meeting will begin with a State of the Center presentation and the election of new board members, followed by the keynote presentation with Julie S. Tye who is president of the Hadley Institute for the Blind. (There is no Men’s Club meeting or Tuesday program today)

January 16The American Folk SongMark Dvorak, Musician, Storyteller and Songwriter

Mark will present a refreshing portrait of the living folk tradition. An entertaining program of great songs, and stories and humor.

tuesdaysEvery Tuesday morning at 10:30 a.m. the Men’s Club offers a one-hour presentation on a variety of interesting topics that are free and open to all men and women in our community. Program follows the 10:00 a.m. Men’s Club Business meeting.Programs subject to change. Call 847.784.6030, or visit www.nssc.org for current information.

January 23Hot Topics in Public HealthSusan Altfeld, School of Public Health, UIC

Susan will discuss important topics in public health such as vaccines for children, and lead in the drinking water.

January 30Stories from a Retired NFL Referee Jerry Markbreit, Football official

Jerry will highlight events from his 20-years before joining the NFL and his 23-year career there, including 4 Super Bowls.

February 6The Sacred Lote Tree: A Commentary on the Bahá’i MovementSteve Jackson

Steve will provide foundational information and predictions of a future world that is not easily explained in a short visit to the Bahá’i House of Worship in Wilmette.

February 13Life is a Journey, Not a DestinationLen Joy, author

Len will discuss his later-in-life journey to become a writer and a competitive tri-athlete.

February 20Certified Angus BeefDan Humphrey, Meat and Seafood Director, Sunset Food

Dan will discuss the aspects of the cattle market, including acquisition and marketing.

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February 27The Gray Rights MovementGlynnis Walker, PhD, radio talk show host, investigative reporter, author

Glynnis has written a true story of how her family was torn apart by the crime of the twenty-first century - elder fraud. She will relate part of this story and thus why she has launched the Gray Rights Movement in hopes of increasing awareness of the growing crime of financial elder abuse.

March 6Northwestern University Student Music PerformanceStudents from the Bienen School of Music at Northwestern will continue their series of excellent programs.

March 13Helping People Keep a Healthy Heart and a Fulfilled LifeDr. Bruno Cortis, Cardiologist, Asst. Professor at Rush University

Dr. Cortis will present ideas and tools that can be applied to our daily life for well-being and will discuss principles of vibrant health for a balanced life.

March 20What Does Underwriters Laboratories Really Do?John Dregenberg, Retired UL Communications Director

John will discuss the wide variety of technical disciplines used to keep people safe.

March 27 The Prizefighter and the PlaywrightJay Tunney, son of heavyweight boxing champion Gene Tunney

Jay will relate a story about an unlikely friendship that grew up between a brilliant playwright and a champion prizefighter, Bernard Shaw and Gene Tunney.

April 3Making the Case Against Perpetrators of Disabled and Elder AbuseKen Ditkowsky, retired attorney

Ken will relate case after case where those who should be looking after the elderly and disabled are instead harming these folks.

April 10Crime PreventionBill Lustig, Police Chief of the Northfield Police Department

Chief Lustig will discuss the ongoing problems that exist on the North Shore and the efforts to confront the situation and punish the perpetrators.

April 17War in the PacificGerald Friedman, Colonel U.S. Marine Corp (Ret.)

Jerry was a member of the staff of Admiral William (Bull) Halsey, from January 1945 to August 1946 and was present at the signing of the Japanese surrender documents aboard the Battleship Missouri. He will also talk about the action from Guadalcanal up to the signing.

April 24What Made Abt Electronics So SuccessfulGrant Mallman, Abt staff member

Grant will present the history of this amazing local retailer and share what sets the company apart from competitors. He will describe the extensive training employees get before they handle sales or service.

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programsAn array of programs—a wealth of opportunities for learning, excitement and growth. Programs subject to change. Call 847.784.6030 or visit www.nssc.org for current information.

Performances & Special EventsNorth Shore Senior Center 2018 Annual MeetingAll North Shore Senior Center members are invited to our 2018 Annual Meeting. The meeting begins at 10am with a State of the Center presentation and the election of new board members. The Keynote Presentation with Julie S. Tye, President of the Hadley Institute for the Blind follows.Tue 1/9 10-11:30amNo fee 6954

Feelin’ Groovy with the North Shore HarmonizersFrom Broadway to Motown, with stops along the way for songs you’ll remember from sock hops and hootenannies, The North Shore Harmonizers will have you “Feeling’ Groovy” in four-part harmony. This woman’s a cappella chorus will present standards from the Great American Songbook punctuated by rock ‘n roll hits that will have you dancing in the aisles (if not the streets). Founded in 1952, this is one of the longest-established independent women’s choruses in the country. While staying true to their roots in the barbershop tradition, the Harmonizers enjoy adding a contemporary touch to the standard repertoire. A reception will follow the performance.Fri 3/2 1-2pm$12 member; $17 non-member 6947

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Unforgettable! Music of the 50s Luncheon and Performance with Cynthia and Matt GruelSpecial Event, Come Enjoy this Special Event with us!

By popular demand, Cynthia and Matt Gruel return to make the 1950s come alive by highlighting the musical styles of the era! Croon to the soaring songs of Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, and Johnny Mathis in “All the Way,” “Unforgettable” and “Wonderful, Wonderful.” Rock along with the hits of Elvis Presley and Buddy Holly with “Hound Dog” and “That’ll Be The Day!” and Jazz with female artists like Patti Page and Rosemary Clooney in “Tennessee Waltz” and “Come on-a My House.” Hear the stories behind the music and artists while swaying to the hits! There will be a buffet lunch served before the performance.Early Bird Registration by March 30 $19 member, $25 non- member

Register on or after March 31 $25 member; $32 non-member

Fri 4/20 11:30am-2pm$19 member; $25 non-member 6946

Travel & Daytrips Extended Travel Presentation with Fancy Free HolidaysElizabeth Killings, Fancy Free Holidays

The North Shore Senior Center offers travel opportunities to destinations across the United States in partnership with Fancy Free Holidays. Elizabeth Killings of Fancy Free Holidays will present an overview of the upcoming trips. Plan your travel by considering one of these great destinations this year:

April 30 – Wine, Dine, and Yacht with Branson Stars May 16 – Spring 2018 Mystery Tour June 5 – Mackinac Island and Bay City July 17 – Spirit of Peoria Mississippi River CruiseJuly 28 – California Rail Tour

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Two Tours: Chicago Theatre and Dreihaus MuseumTour one of the country’s last remaining fabulous movie palaces, The Chicago Theatre. Stand on the famous stage of this National Landmark, view the autographed backstage wall and explore the beautiful Baroque interiors. Reminisce about your own experiences back in the day when you saw a live stage show and also a movie. We will lunch at the Walnut Room right across the street in Macy’s with a choice of Mrs. Herring’s 1890 Original Chicken Pot Pie or caramelized salmon, and ending with frango mint ice cream pie. Then on to the Dreihaus Museum, a fully restored 1883 mansion which features displays of American and European decorative arts of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including art nouveau furnishings and a number of works by Louis Comfort Tiffany. Fee includes all entrance fees, lunch and transportation.

Wed 3/7 9:30am-4:30pm$109 member; $135 non-member 6944

Newsies at Fireside Dinner TheatreNewsies is the Tony award winning musical tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies,” who dream only of a better life from that on the New York streets. When publishing titans Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, the boys strike for what’s right. In 2012, this Broadway smash received two Tony Awards out of eight nominations, and is one of the longest running shows on Broadway. Based on real events, this high-spirited, high-energy musical is filled with great songs and non-stop thrills. A delicious lunch will be served before the play. Fee includes theater ticket, lunch and transportation.

Thu 3/22 8:15am-6:15pm$129 member; $155 non-member 6941

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Minimal walking – to/from bus, theater or dining

Moderate walking – outdoor tours with tram, small museum or attraction

Extensive walking – large museum or attraction with tour

Milwaukee Art Museum: Art in BloomEnjoy the art, dramatic architecture, and landscape design of the first Santiago Calatrava designed building in the United States. Take a self-led tour or hook up with a public tour of the exquisite floral creations by top floral designers scattered throughout the museum. They are inspired by the collection of master works in the galleries. Art in Bloom is a once a year event, and a wonderful way to welcome spring. You will also see the wings of the museum raised, creating a moving sculpture. Lunch will be at the Lake Park Bistro overlooking Lake Michigan. Fee includes fees, lunch and transportation.

Fri 4/13 8:45am-3:45pm$99 member; $119 non-member 6942

A Day in the StudioChicago has a thriving art, architecture, and design scene ranging from traditional to state-of-the art. Experience the city’s creativity and talent when you visit a Chicago-based auction house and learn the auction process from the open bidding to the sound of the final gavel. This auction house is run by a highly successful entrepreneur who is also an antique dealer and auctioneer. Then on to the studio of a well-known Chicago artist, whose work in stained glass, sculpture, printmaking, and drawing is infused with the recurring theme of people and their natural environment. She recently had a show at the Notebaert Nature Museum. After lunch at the chic and delicious French Bistro, Bistronomic in River North, we will tour the studio of a lifelong Chicago figurative artist. Her work has recently appeared in the Netflix show Grace and Frankie, used as Lily Tomlin’s paintings in her studio. Fee includes all fees, professional tour guide, lunch and transportation. Thu 4/26 9am-4pm$109 member; $135 non-member 6943

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Art & Architecture

Antoni Gaudi: Unique Spanish Modernist ArchitectDonna Primas, Certified Chicago Tour Guide

Antoni Gaudi i Cornet (1852-1926) was a Modernist architect from Catalunya with a highly individualized and distinctive style. Even though his body of work is concentrated in and around Barcelona, his often colorful and unique expressions have gained worldwide attention. View samples of his work from his first design for a lamp post, to palatial private homes and apartment buildings, to playful public park structures, and his still unfinished culminating work, the Sagrada Familia church – one of seven Gaudi UNESCO World Heritage Sites.Wed 3/21 1-2:30pm$12 member; $17 non-member 6822

Paris: Pleasure Capital of the WorldTish Robinson, The Wonders of France

Late 19th century Paris was the epicenter of the arts, entertainment, and gaiety with a never-ending array of delights and leisure pursuits. Boulevards were filled with fashionably dressed strollers, and the theater, opera, ballet, circuses, and cafe’ concerts were packed each evening. Languorous lunches by the Seine, horseracing in the Bois de Boulogne, and museum visits were engaging pastimes. Even trips to the morgue were wildly popular! These and other spectacles were subject matter for artists who recorded a pictorial album of amusements, diversions, and pleasures of a dynamic, modern Paris.Wed 4/4 10-11:30am$12 member; $17 non-member 6824

learnLovers and Couples in ArtChristine Benoodt, Art History Educator, Appraiser

Explore famous artworks which depict real, fictitious, famous, and unknown couples throughout history, and learn the fascinating stories behind them. Learn about the oldest documented love story in art, and how marriage portraits used. View the portraits of The Duke and Duchess of Montefeltro and The Arnolfini Wedding Portrait. Art historian Christine Benoodt presents this celebration of love, just in time for Valentine’s Day.Tue 2/13 1-2:30pm$12 member; $17 non-member 6766

Jews and Modern ArtDavid Chack, Professor, Theatre and Jewish Culture, DePaul Univ., Director, Writer

Jews were traditionally compelled by religious law and cultural custom not to make graven images, and until the modern era did not do paintings, sculpture, and visual arts. But this changed in the modern era and many Jews made significant , including Pissarro, Soutine, Chagall, Frankenthaler, Rothko, Arbus and others. Trace this emergence and learn how their work came from sources that were sympathetic, subversive, and spiritual.Wed 4/4 1-2:30pm$12 member; $17 non-member 6768


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Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris recently celebrated its 850th anniversary. In celebration of that milestone, Tish Robinson explores the cathedrals, abbeys, and churches of France. All offer a wealth of art and architectural glories, from the early Romanesque period to the splendid, soaring Gothic cathedrals of the Middle Ages. The fascinating political, cultural, and historic associations with these monuments form a backdrop to one of France’s richest treasures, her enduring sacred sites.

Wed 1/24 10-11:30am$12 member; $17 non-member 6825

19th Century Chicago: A Global Center for Architectural InnovationTimothy Wittman, Associate Prof, School of the Art Institute, and Columbia College

From the first wooden balloon frame building to the invention of the skyscraper and the innovations of the Prairie School, Chicago has played a leading role in architecture around the world. Architectural historian Tim Wittman looks at the unique place Chicago attained in 19th century America, due in part to its location, industrial might, and creative architects, but especially due to the impact of the Great Fire of 1871. He will also explore the importance of Louis Sullivan’s ideas, and the way they formed a foundation for his followers.Fri 4/6-4/13 (2X) 10-11:30am$24 member; $32 non-member 6839

Art of the Reformation Age: How Luther, Durer, and Cranach Changed the History and ArtJeff Mishur, Art Historian, Art Excursions

2018 marks the 500th anniversary of the German publication of Martin Luther’s 95 Theses and the start of the Protestant Reformation. Art historian Jeff Mishur discusses how paintings and prints fueled a religious movement and made Luther a celebrity in his own lifetime. Featuring works by Durer, Cranach, and Raphael as well as many of their contemporaries, this program promises to offer insight into a remarkable period in history.Wed 1/31 10-11:30am$12 member; $17 non-member 6916

Current EventsThomas Friedman: Thank You For Being LateJim Kenney, Executive Director, Common Ground

Tom Friedman’s latest book addresses the pace of change in our evolving culture. And he asks us to “slow down.” In Thank You for Being Late, a work unlike anything he has attempted before, Friedman exposes the tectonic movements that are reshaping the world today and explains how to get the most out of them and cushion their worst impacts. You will never look at the world the same way again after you read this book. How you understand the news, the work you do, the education your kids need, the investments your employer has to make, and the moral and geopolitical choices our country has to navigate will all be refashioned by Friedman’s original analysis.

Tue 1/30-2/27 (4X–no class 2/13) 1-2:30pm$49 member; $64 non-member 6859

American Politics and Current EventsRon Mantegna, Facilitator

Enjoy a lively discussion on topical issues of the day: politics, the economy, international happenings, science, our diverse society, local issues, and more. In short, explore what’s making the news each week. Come to actively contribute to the moderator-led discussion as we cover a wide variety of topics, or come just to listen and learn from the opinions of others.Mon 1/8-2/26 (7X-no class 1/15) 9-10:30am$19 member; $25 non-member 6706

Mon 3/5-4/30 (9X) 9-10:30am$19 member; $25 non-member 6707

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Current Events cont.Great Decisions in Foreign PolicyGary Midkiff, College Professor

Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs and is produced by the Foreign Policy Association. The 2018 Great Decisions Briefing Book provides background information and policy options for eight critical issues facing America and serves as a focal text for discussion groups across the country. Topics for 2018 include: The Waning of Pax Americana, Russia’s Foreign Policy, China and America: The New Geopolitical Equation, Media and Foreign Policy, Turkey: A Partner in Crisis, U.S. Global Engagement and the Military, South Africa’s Fragile Democracy, and Global Health: Progress and Challenges. Gary Midkiff will facilitate the discussion group that meets approximately every other Friday to explore in depth one topic each class. Classes are scheduled to meet 1/19, 2/2, 2/16, 3/2, 3/16, 3/30, 4/13, and 4/20. NOTE: You will need to purchase the 2018 Great Decisions Briefing Book prior to the first class. Details will appear in your confirmation letter.Fri 1/19-4/20 (8X) 9:30-11:30am$95 member; $115 non-member 6952

China, Russia, and the United States: Are They Really Our Enemies?Arthur Cyr, Ph.D., Director of the Clausen Center, Carthage College

The Cold War ended with the collapse of the Soviet Union and the economic transformation of China. But does that mean the conflict is over? Russia occupies part of Ukraine, absorbed Crimea, and invaded Georgia. Controversy continues over Russian electronic hacking in 2016. China continues a long term military build-up, and occupies parts of the South China Sea. North Korea is a focus of dispute. Yet the Cold War was worse. The 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis between Moscow and Washington brought the world to the brink of nuclear holocaust. Serious confrontations occurred over Berlin, Taiwan, and elsewhere. Art Cyr will examine the question of how serious are current tensions and what opportunities exist for cooperation.Fri 1/12-1/19 (2X) 1-2:30pm$24 member; $30 non-member 6921

Israel Behind the Headlines: In DepthMoshe Pomerantz, Educator

There are so many seldom heard stories behind the headlines coming out of Israel. Moshe Pomerantz will explore some of them with you from the rise and fall of so many Israeli politicians and well known figures due to corruption in Israel, to the quiet progress being made by Arabs and Jews living in peace together, to the demographics that are slowly changing the character of Israel, to the significance of the Indian Prime Minister’s visit to Israel.

Mon 1/22 1-2:30pm$10 member; $15 non-member 6821

Not Just a Leader, But a Supreme Leader: Who Has the Ultimate Power in Iran?Jacqueline Saper, author, translator, educator

If the United States wants to improve relations with Iran, it can happen only with the approval of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who has final authority over all matters. His omnipresent portrait overlooks public squares and is showcased on billboards, posters, and in private and government offices. Forbes magazine has selected him twenty-first on the list of the most powerful people in the world. Jacqueline Saper will examine his authority, and introduce you to his predecessor and possible successor.


Central America: Social Upheaval and ImmigrationPeter Hudis, Instructor, Latin American Studies, Philosophy, Oakton Community College

Immigration to the United States from Central America, and especially from Guatemala and Honduras, has surged in recent years and has become the major source of migration to the U.S. from Latin America. Peter Hudis will examine why is this occurring, and what it tells us about conditions in many Central American countries, and asks what impact is it having on U.S. politics and society.Thu 4/26 1-2:30pm$12 member; $17 non-member 6800


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Seven and a half decades after the Wannsee Conference – where the so called “final solution,” the genocide of European Jewry, was meticulously planned – generations of Germans are still grappling with their country’s (and in many cases, their own family’s) horrible legacy. Join German Historian Anette Isaacs for a fascinating discussion of how the German nation has attempted, and is still attempting, to cope with the guilt of having caused the Holocaust.

Thu 2/15 1-2:30pm$12 member; $17 non-member 6803

America on the World StageJulie Strauss, Ph.D., Political Scientist

The United States plays a unique role in the world. Julie Strauss will explore how that role has changed under the Trump administration. You will discover how our key allies and rivals are responding to this Presidency, and examine which regions of the world are receiving the most attention and which are being ignored. The program will also include a discussion of how the Secretary of State and the Secretary of Defense are approaching their roles.


The Electoral College: Should We Keep It?Julie Strauss, Ph.D., Political Scientist

Following every presidential election year there are proposals to abolish the Electoral College and allow the popular vote to determine our presidential elections. Julie Strauss will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the Electoral College, and explore why the founders established it and the consequences of eliminating it. You can then decide for yourself the future of this long-standing process.


A Return to the “Great Rule”: A New American Foreign Policy as Old as the RepublicGeorge Lungu, Professor, Political Science and International Relations

What should be the foreign policy of the U.S. under the new President? Of the many choices advanced by liberal institutionalists, neoconservatives, and realists, among others, one alternative has been virtually missing: the “Great Rule” developed by the American Founders during the early decades of the Republic. George Lungu explores the founding American foreign policy principles and their applicability in today’s world.

Fri 2/16-2/23 (2X) 1-2:30pm$24 member; $30 non-member 6809

Instructor SpotlightAnette IsaacsHistorian

German born and raised Anette Isaacs did her graduate work at Emory University in Atlanta, and the University of Vienna and at the Free University in Berlin. She holds Masters Degrees in American Studies, Political Science, and History. For over 12 years she worked for Road Scholar, where she discovered her passion for lifelong learning and lecturing. After relocating to Evanston ten years ago, Anette embraced her roots as a historian and independent scholar whole-heartedly and started her company: Let’s talk about Germany! And has 25 lecture topics. She has taught at NSSC for eight years and always loves to come back to the Center. She views herself as a cultural ambassador and loves introducing the engaging NSSC members to her home country’s history, society and culture. “I especially enjoy presenting my current events topics here at the Center. The members are always so well informed about Germany and Europe on a whole and this makes for great and lively discussions.”

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Dramatic PortrayalsStampede: The Gold Rush!Martina Mathisen, Dramatist, Edu-tainment Living History

The excitement, the stories, and the history of the Gold Rush come alive! What really happened? Learn about it from someone who lived it! 1849 “time traveler” Louzena Wilson, played by Martina Mathisen, will share with you the amazing true tales of the Gold Rush. Discover how the event affected the United States, how it influenced the Civil War, and just what might happen to you if you were there!

Fri 2/9 1-2pm$12 member; $17 non-member 6810

Georgia O’Keeffe: The Inspiration of NatureLeslie Goddard, Ph.D. Historian, Actress

In this living-history performance, historian Leslie Goddard portrays Georgia O’Keeffe, the legendary artist and modernist. As O’Keeffe reflects on her life, she discusses her intense closeness to flowers, nature, and the landscape around her homes in New Mexico. What emerges is a complex person whose mythmaking encompassed both her art and her life.

Wed 2/28 1-2pm$12 member; $17 non-member 6795

The Treasures of King TutR. J. Lindsey, Living History Theater

The tomb of King Tutankhamun wasn’t discovered until 1922. What were the clues that directed archeologist Howard Carter to the site in the Valley of the Kings? R.J. Lindsey portrays Dr. James Breasted, Oriental Institute Egyptologist, narrating a slide program that reveals the tantalizing clues and his feelings of joy and amazement viewing the wondrous artifacts not seen in 3,000 years. Photos of the famous gold mask, the solid gold coffin, the artistically unique royal throne, and the never before seen funeral couch are shown. And, of course, there is mention of the pharaoh’s curse that began with a canary and a cobra.

Mon 3/12 1-2pm$12 member; $17 non-member 6808

Mary Todd Lincoln: A Widow ForgottenJessica Michna, Dramatist

Mrs. Lincoln’s life has come full circle as she returns to Springfield, Illinois after the death of her husband to take up residence with her sister Elizabeth. She recalls the days of her girlhood in the genteel society of Lexington, Kentucky, her marriage to the gangly young lawyer, and eventually her rise to become the First Lady.



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My Life: Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy OnassisRoberta Randall, Dramatist

Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis was a model of courage and dignity for all Americans and all the world. More than any other woman of her time, she captivated with her intelligence, her elegance, and her grace. Even in the face of impossible tragedy, she carried the grief of her family and the nation with a calming, reassuring power. Roberta Randall portrays this unforgettable icon, a remarkable woman who left her mark on history.


The Six Wives of Henry VIIIMartina Mathisen, Dramatist, Edu-tainment Living History

Queen. Lover. Mother. Outcast. Victim. Survivor. Meet the six wives of Henry VIII as presented by Martina Mathisen in this one-of-a-kind performance. Discover compelling truths about these remarkable women from an intriguing time in history.

Fri 4/13 1-2pm$12 member; $17 non-member 6811

An Afternoon with Louisa May AlcottLeslie Goddard, Ph.D. Historian, Actress

Best known as the author of the beloved classic, Little Women, Louisa May Alcott was far more complex than common notions of her suggest. Complicated and dynamic, she was a progressive thinker whose determination to make money through writing put her far ahead of her time. In this living history portrayal, Leslie Goddard brings Alcott to life using words from the author’s own diaries, books, and letters. Learn about the creation of Little Women, which turns 150 years old this year, as well as the woman who was funny, passionate, progressive, and above all, human.


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The Holocaust in FilmJay Sorkin, Researcher and Educator in Holocaust Studies

RememberChristopher Plummer and Martin Landau give an acting master-class in this riveting tale of two survivors of Auschwitz, one wheelchair-bound but mentally sharp,and the other physically fit, but struggling with memory loss. They help each other execute a remarkably clever plan of revenge that runs the gamut of emotions, culminating in a shocking ending. How do you remember what you vowed to “never forget”?


Taking SidesDirected by the great Academy Award-winning Hungarian Istvan Szabo, Taking Sides is a tapestry of political and psychological conflict that takes us through the post-war denazification process. The individual becomes a metaphor for all Nazis and, by extension, all Germans, as Harvey Keitel tries to learn where the moral lines are drawn. What constitutes complicity and to what extent can an individual be blamed for society’s atrocities?


Film, Theater, & TVJerome Robbins: Master of MovementSusan Benjamin, Musical Biographer

Jerome Robbins did more than dance or choreograph: he created concepts for some of our most successful American musicals. How did he come up with the idea for West Side Story? What led to his staging of Fiddler on the Roof ? Susan Benjamin will answer these and many other questions and features stories of his personal life in conjunction with examples of some of his best-loved musical theater work.Wed 2/7 1-2pm$12 member; $17 non-member 6764

Bob Fosse: Life is a CabaretSusan Benjamin, Musical Biographer

From his early dance training and performances in Chicago cabarets, Bob Fosse was an original. His dance style altered much of American musical theater. From performing to choreographing to directing, Bob’s hard-driving personality created a dazzling product. Susan Benjamin presents the personal stories as well as examples of his work as performer, choreographer, and director.Fri 3/9 10-11am$12 member; $17 non-member 6765

A Jack Benny ExtravaganzaSteve Frenzel, Film Teacher

We all know Jack Benny was a comedy pioneer, inventing situation comedy. How did he become so great? He was fired multiple times when he first started on the radio. When did his brilliant supporting team join him (Rochester, Mary, Phil, and Dennis) and what did they each contribute? See many great Benny moments during this visit with the brilliant giant of comedy.Thu 2/15 10-11:30am$12 member; $17 non-member 6793

Elvis: The Actor and the IconSteve Frenzel, Film Teacher

Celebrate The King’s birth month with this fascinating look at his movie career. Elvis showed extraordinary promise and talent, especially when working with great filmmakers. Walter Matthau and Michael Curtiz (director of Casablanca and Elvis’ greatest film, King Creole) had nothing but great things to say about working with Elvis. Among many fun moments we’ll see his first screen test, surprising co-stars, and tons of great musical numbers as well!Mon 1/08 10-11:30am$12 member; $17 non-member 6794

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American Idealism: The Films of Frank Capra Reid Schultz, Filmmaker, Columbia College

Join writer, filmmaker, and academic Reid Schultz as he analyzes four classic films by one of America’s most beloved filmmakers of all time. His films truly encapsulated the idea of idealism triumphing over evil, and he was rewarded with three consecutive Academy Awards for Best Director. Capra’s series of “social films” dissected a new America within the confines of the Depression and the political changes that occurred during the 1930s. His wholesome, feel-good themes gave hope to a burdened audience and represented what American cinema was all about - entertainment within a strongly humanitarian context - and made him one of the most popular and respected filmmakers of the 20th century.

It Happened One NightClark Gable and Claudette Colbert star in this classic screwball comedy about a spoiled heiress running away from her family who is helped by a man who is actually a reporter in need of a good story. The film won the Oscar for Best Picture and influenced a generation of films about battle of the sexes, conflicts between rich and poor, and road pictures where the journey leads to love. The film also won Oscars for Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Actress and propelled Columbia Pictures into the ranks of a major film studio. (1934, 105 min.)

Wed 1/17 12:30-3:30pm$12 member; $17 non-member 6854

Mr. Deeds Goes to TownGary Cooper stars as a good-hearted, small-town Vermont man who inherits a fortune from an Uncle he never knew. Now he must go to New York and take over his late uncle’s estate, but there he must also contend with a whole host of opportunistic bigwigs who want to take advantage of Cooper’s kindness. Jean Arthur plays the reporter on the job who falls for him. Capra won his 2nd Best Director Oscar for the film. (1936, 115 min.)


Lost HorizonBritish diplomat Robert Conway and a small group of civilians crash land in the Himalayas and are rescued by the people of the mysterious, Eden-like valley of Shangri-la. Protected by the mountains from the world outside, where the clouds of World War II are gathering, Shangri-la provides a seductive escape for the world-weary Conway. Starring Ronald Coleman and Jane Wyman, the film is one of Capra’s darkest and most cynical films about the sociopolitical conditions of the 1930s and the coming of WWII. (1937, 100 min.)


Mr. Smith Goes to WashingtonJimmy Stewart stars as naive and idealistic politician Jefferson Smith, leader of the Boy Rangers, who is appointed senator on a lark by the spineless governor of his state. In Washington, however, Smith discovers many of the shortcomings of the political process as his earnest goal of a national boys’ camp leads to a conflict with the state political boss, Jim Taylor. Taylor first tries to corrupt Smith and then later attempts to destroy Smith through a scandal. This is the kind of comedy-drama about American values and history that only a director like Capra could make. (1939, 120 min.)


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Film, Theater, & TV cont.Six British ComediesJohn Nygro, Theatre Historian, Lecturer, Actor

Participants will take a journey through six of Britain’s most memorable plays from the 16th through 20th centuries. Excerpts from filmed comedies will feature an early Shakespeare love comedy, a parody of a Handel opera, a Restoration comedy, Oscar Wilde’s classic satire, Noel Coward’s erudite couple comedy, and a more recent play by comedian John Cleese.Fri 3/16-3/23 (2X) 1-2:30pm$24 member; $32 non-member 6819

A Day at the OscarsReid Schultz, Filmmaker, Columbia College

It’s that time of the year again when the movie industry gives out awards and celebrates the best it has to offer. Nobody analyzes the films, nominees, and trends of the year like filmmaker and scholar Reid Schultz. Over 20 years his funny, insightful, and provocative Oscar lectures are more popular than ever. His lively no-holds-barred discussion about the best and worst films of 2017 and the nominations for the 2018 Academy Awards are the perfect accompaniment to watching the awards and learning more about the movie business from an insider’s perspective.Wed 2/21 12:30-2:30pm$12 member; $17 non-member 6827

Great Broadway ComposersBarry Bradford, Historian

Broadway maven and cultural historian Barry Bradford returns with an all new series on the greatest Broadway composers in musical theater history. Each week will bring the work of a different composer into focus as Barry will offer insights, biographical material and numerous examples of the composer’s work.

George GershwinGeorge Gershwin, born in Brooklyn, wrote amazing songs in a wide variety of styles. In addition to Broadway standards, he wrote jazz, blues, and even classical music that is still beloved. Barry will examine his short life and long legacy.


Irving BerlinHow did an immigrant Russian Jewish composer create the greatest Christmas and Easter songs ever? Irving Berlin wrote for Fred Astaire and Ethel Merman and everybody in between. And in doing so, an immigrant became the Quintessential American songwriter!


Cole PorterCole Porter wrote some of the most sophisticated Broadway lyrics of all time, despite being born in Peru, Indiana. His amazing talent and unique life make for a memorable presentation.


Richard RodgersBarry Bradford, Historian

Richard Rodgers composed some of the most beautiful melodies ever sung on a Broadway stage. whether he was writing with Lorenz Hart or Oscar Hammerstein, the first winner of the EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony) crafted music still beloved today.



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Entertainers come and go. Some names we recognize, some are popular for only brief periods of time, and some leave this earth much too soon. But it seems that we never tire of the best vocal entertainers. They live on and on. Hy Speck brings Sinatra, Midler, Streisand, Tony Bennett, and Sammy Davis Jr. to you for encore performances of rarely seen clips and facts about their fabulous careers.Fri 4/6 1-2:30pm$12 member; $17 non-member 6828

The Creation of EvitaCharles Troy, Musical Theatre Historian

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice had captured the attention of the record-buying public, and then theatergoers, in the 1970s with their first two works about Joseph and Jesus. Whose life story could serve as the basis for their next project, to follow up on the audacity of these two Biblical subjects? Learn about the incredible real life of Eva Peron, and how Lloyd Webber and Rice made her story into their third megahit in a row.

Fri 2/9 10-11:30am$12 member; $17 non-member 6833

Movie Star FavoritesBarry Bradford, Historian

Classic movie maven Barry Bradford is back with an all new series of insightful and intriguing biographies. He’ll present these great movie stars through fascinating anecdotes, and a lot of video clips.

Cary GrantOften called the greatest actor who never won an Oscar, Cary Grant was a leading man in screwball comedies, romantic dramas, war epics, and Hitchcock thrillers. His amazing life story will surprise you!


Marilyn MonroeMarilyn Monroe is one of a handful of superstars whose first name alone identifies her as a cultural icon - and that is 50 years after her death. The little girl that nobody wanted became the most desired woman in the world before her demons overtook her.


Elizabeth TaylorElizabeth Taylor was a star as a child, as a teen and as an adult - and her scandalous private life was every bit as interesting as her fabulous film career!


Tom HanksTom Hanks is the successor to Jimmy Stewart as a likable everyman movie star of charm, charisma, and range. Despite his fame, few Americans know much about his fascinating life.


The CSI Phenomenon: Forensics and TelevisionHal Tinberg, Ph.D., Abbott Laboratories (ret.)

The last decade saw a new kind of program dominate the television landscape – the forensic procedural. The show that started it all was CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. Hal Tinberg describes the talented people and the series of events behind the creation of this popular program, the most successful television franchise of recent years. He will also explore the “CSI Effect” and asks if juries are influenced by the public’s new awareness of forensic science. And, are criminals also watching forensic shows? Several case histories will be discussed in response to these questions.Wed 4/25 1-2:30pm$10 member; $15 non-member 6948

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HistoryRisking It All: Signers of the Declaration of IndependenceJoyce Haworth, Historian, College of Lake County

In 1776, fifty-sex men in the American colonies risked being hanged for treason by signing a document justifying war against Great Britain. A few of them were famous, but most were not. Joyce Haworth will examine who they were and what happened to them after they signed the Declaration of Independence.Mon 3/5 1-2:30pm$10 member; $15 non-member 6798

Chicago Legal Mark Iris, Lecturer at Northwestern University, Executive Director (retired) City of Chicago Police Board

Jon Burge, The Longest Running Scandal in Chicago Police HistoryFormer Chicago Police Commander Jon Burge was discharged from his position in 1993 for having tortured a suspect into confessing to the murders of two Chicago police officers. Today, years later, Chicago is still paying the price for his misdeeds. The saga has been unfolding in a variety of courtrooms even longer, for thirty years. Take a look at the various civil, criminal, and administrative cases that have played out in federal and state courts as well as the long-lasting ramifications.


Leopold and Loeb RevisitedThe classic Chicago crime story: How and why did two very bright University of Chicago students plot to commit the perfect crime? What led to the swift implosion of their elaborate plot? And, in an era when capital punishment was widely used, how did they manage to avoid execution? More than ninety years later, this case still fascinates many people.


Operation Freedom: The Berlin Airlift, 70th AnniversaryAnette Isaacs, German Historian

It was perhaps one of the greatest adventures in American military history: the Berlin airlift of 1948-49. When Soviet troops closed all access routes to West Berlin by land, sea, and rail 70 years ago, thus threatening the lives of 2.5 million people and provoking the first major international crisis of the Cold War, American General Lucius D. Clay did not hesitate building a bold and fantastic bridge across the sky. The airlift involved 700 planes and 250,000 flights over a period of 14 months! German historian Anette Isaacs leads a fascinating discussion of this exciting time in her country’s postwar history.

Thu 4/19 10-11:30am$12 member; $17 non-member 6804

Instructor SpotlightJoyce HaworthHistorian

Joyce Haworth has a master’s degree in history from the University of Chicago and has taught history at a number of colleges in the area. Her goal in teaching history is to understand the why and the how of history — why people in the past behaved in the way that they did, why events played out in the way that they did. British novelist L.P. Hartley said, “The past is a foreign country — they do things differently there.” When preparing to give a lecture on a certain topic or era, Joyce always asks, how did these events look to the people of the past, and why did their actions make sense to them? For instance, in the Hamilton-Burr duel, it made perfect sense to Alexander Hamilton to accept that challenge. Joyce tries to sit with the people of the past until she understands why they did what they did, and share that with her students. Joyce thoroughly enjoys teaching older adults because they are on board for that kind of journey. “They are interested in the kinds of historical questions that I am interested in and they bring their educational and professional experiences to the topic.” Joyce leaves a NSSC lecture energized by the experience.


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When Lincoln was assassinated the South lost a person who believed in gentle and supportive re-entry to the United States of the former confederate states. Republicans in the House and the Senate focused their energies on punishing the South, and initiated an 11-year period of retribution and military occupation that left lasting scars on the southern landscape. President Grant could have made Reconstruction better, but instead he allowed it to become worse. Historian Gary Midkiff will review this tumultuous period.

Wed 1/10-1/17 (2X) 10-11:30am$19 member; $28 non-member 6813

Overlooked AmericansGary Midkiff, College Professor

Historian Gary Midkiff for a fascinating look at 12 Americans who you may not recognize but should know, including, the hero of the Flint, Michigan contaminated water crisis, the driving force behind the Prohibition Amendment, the two men who made medical history saving “blue babies,” and the female Chicago playwright whose first production changed American theater.


Code Breaking at Bletchley ParkPaul Kaiser, Professor Emeritus, Computer/Mathematical Science, Lewis Univ.

From 1938 through 1945 an estate in rural England was home to MI6 and one of the most sophisticated code breaking efforts in history. Only recently did the general public become aware of the work that took place there – most famously perhaps the breaking of the German coding machine called Enigma. If you saw the movie Imitation Game you know the context and urgency for the work at Bletchley Park. However, Enigma was only one facet in the total story. Paul Kaiser reveals several key historical figures, two unbreakable encryption machines, and three code-breaking machines. There will be a little history, a little technology, and a lot of appreciation for the Allied code breakers during WWII.

Wed 3/28 10-11:30am$10 member; $15 non-member 6805

Private Yankee Doodle: Five Myths about Washington’s ArmyBruce Allardice, Historian

We often view the American Revolution in terms of the “Minute Men” of Lexington and Concord, or Mel Gibson’s ragtag band in The Patriot constantly outsmarting those (supposedly) stupid, stodgy Brits. But the movies about the American Revolution often mythologize about the soldiers who fought in the war. By downplaying the British army, these myth makers detract from the real achievements of the American soldier. Professor Allardice will try and set the record straight.


Our 10 Worst Former PresidentsGary Midkiff, College Professor

Everyone knows the stories of our best Presidents, such as Lincoln, Washington, Franklin Roosevelt. But what about those men whom historians consistently rate at the bottom of the list of 43 former Presidents? How many bad decisions did James Buchanan make? Why was Andrew Johnson so despised that he was impeached? How did Franklin Pierce’s alcoholism affect his ability to govern? Historian Gary Midkiff reviews those Presidents who receive the worst grades for their administrations.

Tue 4/10-4/17 (2X) 1-2:30pm$19 member; $28 non-member 6815

George Washington’s Greatest Wartime Triumph to Save the RevolutionJim Weren, Illustrator, Presenter, and Civil War hobbyist.

In a plot known to history as the Newburgh Conspiracy, General George Washington gave the performance of his life, acting to suppress a planned military coup d’etat, which threatened the emerging republic that he had fought to create. Jim Weren’s informative and richly illustrated presentation will shed new light on this historical event.

Wed 4/18 1-2:30pm$12 member; $17 non-member 6838

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History cont.History in PerspectiveBarry Bradford, Historian

In this exciting new series, Barry will use the lens of history to look back at the people, events, and milestones we will celebrate in 2018. We will pick a year and examine who was born or died that year, what was invented, and which events made the news headlines.

1918, 100 Years Ago1918 was the year that World War I ended, Rita Hayworth was born, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Cubs for the World Series title. Take a fascinating look back at the world 100 years ago!


1943, 75 Years Ago1943 was the year that John F. Kennedy’s PT-109 was sunk. Casablanca was released, Newt Gingrich and John Kerry were born, and Fats Waller died. Look at America at war and at home as we survey life 75 years ago.


1968, 50 Years AgoIt’s hard to believe that 1968 was 50 years ago! Look back at one of the most tumultuous years in American history, including the murders of Robert F. Kennedy and Dr. Martin Luther King, the Democratic Convention riots, the Smothers Brothers, and much more.


1993, 25 Years AgoAs we look back 25 years ago to 1993, we see an America in transition. The young President Clinton was sworn in, NAFTA and the Brady Bill were passed, and the “Don’t ask, don’t tell” policy eased the way for further acceptance of gay people. Turn an historian’s eye on a fascinating year!


Pearl Harbor: A Day of InfamyRobert Mueller, Military history enthusiast

It was a day that our parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles would never forget. A day that would live in infamy forever more – December 7, 1941. That morning Japanese warplanes appeared over the Hawaiian Islands to launch a surprise attack on American air and naval installations. It was the event that propelled the U.S. into WWII. Battlefield expert Robert Mueller reviews the why and how of Japan’s near wipe out of the American Pacific Fleet in one fell swoop, and presents the tactics and consequences of the most treacherous assault ever launched upon American soil.


The Great Roads: Where They All BeginRabbi Victor Weissberg, DHL, D.D.

The Pilgrim Road to Compostela, the New Silk Road, the Northwest Passage, the Road of the Radanites. Banish the thought of a ribbon of concrete or asphalt – these were not your typical roads. Follow an idea that motivated countless visionaries who dared the unknown. What did they seek? What did they accomplish? Why is their effort important for us today? Come share the discoveries and reflect on their goals.

Mon 2/26-3/5 (2X) 10-11:30am$24 member; $30 non-member 6836


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He was guru to the beat generation, to the Beatles, and to many seekers during the turbulent, yet spiritual, sixties. He was Alan Watts, the irrepressible, controversial, and always inspiring “guru.” But Alan Watts was also a scholar, a chronicler of his age, and a master teacher of eastern thought to a western audience. To meet Alan is to encounter the sixties, and to come to understand modern American spirituality a bit better.


Science and Religion: The Long EntanglementJim Kenney, Executive Director, Common Ground

The dance of science and religion has been long and often tortured.Jim will explroe this entanglesment beginning with the early Medieval period. Then, witness the Scientific Revolution and the virulent religious response. Move into the modern period and come to understand the changing relationship of religion and science—sometimes antagonists, often allies.

Thu 1/11-1/25 (3X) 10-11:30am$37 member; $49 non-member 6862

Literature & WritingPlayreading with Vivian MitchelVivian Mitchel, Facilitator

Perhaps you have dreamed of being an actor. Fulfill your passion by joining the North Shore Senior Center playreading group! Learn about the playwright and discuss the play. Read a new play with the group each week. The real fun begins when characters are assigned and the play is read aloud by participants who can “ham it up” in the company of other would-be thespians.

Wed 3/14-4/11 (5X) 12:30-3:30pm$39 member; $59 non-member 6945

Poetry Sharing CircleMarlene Mitchel, Facilitator

Do you enjoy poetry? Perhaps you dabble at writing poems. This small group reads poetry aloud, sharing poems each has written as well as published poems. Open to poets of all skill levels. Poetry leads to great discussions! Center membership required to participate.

Thu 1/4-4/26 (17X) 1-2:30pmNo fee 6745

Reading for a Cozy AfternoonDonette Jensen, Northfield Branch Librarian

Northfield Branch librarian Donette Jensen leads a monthly book discussion exploring interesting fiction. The group meets the second Wednesday of the month. Contact Donette at the Northfield Library 847.446.5990 for more information and book selections. Books can be checked out at the Northfield Branch, 1785 Orchard Lane.

Wed 1/10-4/11 (4X) 1-2pmNo fee 6750

Chicago in the 1950sRichard Reeder, Author, Facilitator, Chicago Historian

The 1950s was arguably the most transformative decade in the history of Chicago. Discover the many significant cultural, political, economic, and social changes which impacted the city during that time. Explore the numerous breakthrough innovations which emerged in the ‘50s, and how they redefined the city’s social fabric during the second half of the 20th century.

Mon 4/16 10-11:30am$10 member; $15 non-member 6922

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A Novel ExperienceDonna Rosenberg, Author, Teacher

Using shared inquiry, discuss these stories that are too good to miss. Please read assigned stories before the class. Book and reading assignments will appear in the confirmation letter.

Vis and Ramin by Fakhraddin GorganiDiscuss this mid-11th century Persian love story, written in beautiful poetry, and known to have originated between the 3rd century BCE and the 3rd century CE in what is now Iran. Famous in itself, it also appears to be the major source for the earliest European version of Tristan and Isolde, by the French poet Beroul (presented in the 1/24/18 class). Please read the text before class meeting. Details will appear in your confirmation.


The Romance of Tristan by BeroulDiscuss this famous French romance, written during the second half of the 12th century, about the problematic romantic love of Tristan and Iseult. View and discuss a fine film version and compare the French poem with the earlier Persian version Vis and Ramin (presented in the 1/17/18 class). Please read the text before class meeting. Details will appear in your confirmation.


Pedro Paramo by Juan RulfoDiscuss this powerful masterpiece by one of the greatest Latin American writers. Published in 1955 by one of the two fathers of modern Latin American literature, Rulfo’s description of a son’s search for his morally compromised father creates a compelling literary experience. Please read the text before class meeting. Details will appear in your confirmation.


Pudd’nhead Wilson by Mark TwainDiscuss this literary gem, written with Twain’s super sophistication, in which he uses a black/white infant switch in order to examine the issues of racial prejudice and slavery. They form the social background of a murder and subsequent trial. We will also view and discuss a film version. Please read the text before class meeting. Details will appear in your confirmation.


Little Man, What Now? by Hans Fallada and Absent Without Leave & Enter and Exit by Heinrich BollDiscuss three excellent works written by two famous German, anti-Fascist novelists, each caught between a rock and a hard place, during the 1930s and 1940s. Also, view and discuss the 1932 film version of this Fallada novel and its impact on his life. Please read the text before class meeting. Details will appear in your confirmation.


Amongst Women by John McGahernDiscuss this powerful novel by one of Ireland’s great writers, in which a bitter father rules his three daughters and two sons with an iron hand. We will also view and discuss parts of a film version. Please read the text before class meeting. Details will appear in your confirmation.


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Music Appreciation Richard Wagner: The Man Who Destroyed Music (As We Knew It)Gregory Athnos, Emeritus Professor of Music, North Park University

The towering giant of the 19th century pushed music to the breaking point. None could compare with him or with his ego. His music was radical; so was his view of the human race. Examine the multitude of ways he exhibited his genius and listen to excerpts from his Magnum Opus The Ring of the Nibelungen.


Instructor SpotlightGregory S. AthnosEmeritus Professor of Music, North Park University

Gregory S. Athnos served as Associate Professor of Music for 32 years at North Park University faculty. He also led the Chamber Singers, Chamber Orchestra and University Choir, and has appeared as conductor in Minneapolis, Chicago, and Pushkin, Russia. Mr. Athnos received his degrees from Northwestern College in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and the University of Michigan. He has also studied Norwegian folk music at the University of Oslo. Mr. Athnos retired from university teaching in 1998, and has kept a busy schedule of lectures and seminars for arts and community organizations, Elderhostel, and museums. Mr. Athnos also organizes and leads foreign tours concentrating on the arts. His students have called him “innovative,” “enthusiastic,” “provocative,” and “challenging.” One adult learner wrote of him, “He is the Beethoven of lecturers.” He loves the bright, inquisitive, eager learners at NSSC.

The Beatles: A Magical History TourGary Wenstrup, Instructor, Triton College and College of DuPage

As a musical entity, the Beatles have not existed for over 45 years, yet their story, their personalities, and most importantly, their music continue to influence our culture and our expectations of popular music. With the use of audio and visual content, Gary Wenstrup will follow the arc of the Beatles’ career from their development in Liverpool, through Beatlemania into their psychedelic phase, and finally their dissolution. You will have a new appreciation for the group’s incredible productivity , their musical and lyrical maturity, and their cultural impact. A special tribute to the recording, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, which turned 50 this past summer, will be included.

Fri 2/16-2/23 (2X) 10-11:30am$24 member; $32 non-member 6837

“Let’s Face the Music”: Jews and Making American MusicDavid Chack, Professor, Theatre and Jewish Culture, DePaul Univ., Director, Writer

Many iconic music makers over the last 50 years have been Jewish using their Jewish sensibility in their work. This course explores the musical work of Irving Berlin, Harold Arlen, Aaron Copland, Leonard Bernstein, Bob Dylan, Leonard Cohen, John Zorn, Paul Simon, and Carole King. Through their backgrounds and music learn how Jewish identity became a key part of their art.

Wed 1/24-1/31 (2X) 1-2:30pm$24 member; $32 non-member 6767

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The Russian Expatriates: Rachmaninoff and StravinskyGregory Athnos, Emeritus Professor of Music, North Park University

Both Rachmaninoff and Stravinsky left Russia prior to the Bolshevik Revolution, and both composers eventually found a home in the United States. However their similarities end there. One looks back, the other forward. One was a summation of Romanticism, the other was a forerunner of a new epoch in music.


Romantic Strings!Jim Kendros, Composer, Music Researcher, Educator

Jim Kendros celebrates the romance of February with some of the most beautiful music ever written for strings. He explores the many expressions which strings offer and reveals insights about the music. Enjoy the majestic strains of Bach’s Immortal Air, the mystical sweetness of Dvorak’s Minuet from Serenade for Strings, Mozart’s Romance from A Little Night Music, and Pachelbel’s famous Cannon in D Major.


Chopin’s Piano Concerto #1: Expression of a Youthful GeniusJim Kendros, Composer, Music Researcher, Educator

While still a student at the Warsaw Conservatory, Chopin created his first concerto for piano and orchestra. This immortal genius would write very few works for orchestra, and this early masterpiece was a breathtaking example of his brilliance! From the passion of the first movement to the nationalistic outpourings of the finale, marvel at how beautifully Chopin composed for the orchestra. Here is an opportunity to discover yet another wondrous dimension of the genius that is Chopin.


Unfinished BusinessMichael Vaughn, Ph.D., National Louis University Professor

A survey of music literature reveals a fair number of compositions in various states of incompleteness. Several, such as Schubert’s Unfinished Symphony, are among the most popular in the repertoire, while others remain virtually forgotten. Michael Vaughn will explore the interesting phenomenon of unfinished musical business.

Fri 1/12-1/19 (2X) 10-11:30am$24 member; $32 non-member 6834

Wagner’s “Ring Cycle”Gregory Athnos, Emeritus Professor of Music, North Park University

Based on the Norsk Ragnarok legend, Wagner’s Ring of the Nibelungen portrays the creation of greed and lust for power. Both result in the final cataclysm, the destruction of the world, and the seeds of a new redemption brought about by a sacrificial immolation and a flawed hero Siegfried. Wagner’s super hero became the subject for Hitler’s Aryanism and one of the greatest cataclysms in history.


Gustav Mahler: The Last of the Great RomanticsGregory Athnos, Emeritus Professor of Music, North Park University

Mahler was caught between Romanticism and the 20th Century. His music reflects that period of turmoil. More than that, his music is a deep reflection of his own personal struggles between thoughts of death and the hope of resurrection. His nine symphonies speak with one voice and provide answers to his fears and aspirations.



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Cartoon ClassicsMichael Vaughn, Ph.D., National Louis University Professor

Bugs Bunny gives Elmer Fudd a shave to the strains of The Barber of Seville. Tom and Jerry cavort to Liszt’s Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2. Mickey Mouse brings a broomstick to life with the help of Dukas’ Sorcerer’s Apprentice. A surprising number of cartoons, particularly those of the 1940s and 50s, used classical music in their soundtracks to wonderful effect. Michael Vaughn will provide an animated exploration of this fun-filled topic.


Old-Time Radio and the Great American SongbookSteve Darnall, Publisher, Nostalgia Digest; Host, Those Were the Days; Writer

Steve Darnall will examine the role radio played in shaping the body of work known as “The Great American Songbook,” by offering songwriters unprecedented national exposure. The program includes samples of rare radio performances from some of America’s most famous songwriters, including George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, and others.


GoldenairesJan Peterson, Choir Director

Love to sing? Love the “golden oldies”? Then join the Goldenaires chorus! This group of men and women sing harmony and perform monthly in local retirement communities, senior centers, and other venues. Prior singing experience is a plus, but is not mandatory. Choir members need to be available Wednesday afternoons for performances.

Wed 1/10-5/30 (21X) 10:30am-12pm$60 member; $75 non-member 6722

People, Places and CultureFavorites of Northern FranceRalph Danielsen, Photographer, Traveler, History Enthusiast

Roaming around Northern France rewards with a wealth of medieval castles, churches, towns, and historical highlights.Ralph Danileson presents a virtual tour where you can marvel at the most impressive of the renowned gothic cathedrals, among the world’s architectural achievements. Visit the Normandy beaches, battle sites, and American cemetery, explore the famous Loire chateaux, learn of the short but heroic life of France’s patron saint, and amble about the stunning alabaster cliffs of the English Channel.


The Historical Beauty of Eastern FranceRalph Danielsen, Photographer, Traveler, History Enthusiast

A driving tour around Eastern France brings to light an area of considerable historical significance, still kept alive by its many quaint villages, ancient trade routes, and market towns. On this virtual tour, follow the famous Alsace Wine Route, learn about the world’s most iconic sculpture, explore medieval abbeys and the remarkable architecture of the earliest French cathedrals. Also, view vineyards and castles as you traverse the Vosges Mountains and circle one of the most gorgeous lakes in the Alps.


A Wild Ride: A Car Collector’s StoryCatherine Driscoll, Published author, storyteller, car collector

In 2006, Catherine Driscoll and her husband bought twenty collector cars out of a warehouse in Connecticut, sight unseen, and then spent the next ten years learning about what they had bought! In the collection were one-of-a-kind Rolls Royces, Mercedes Benzes, and muscle cars. This is a fascinating photo presentation from the first time the cars were seen covered in dust, to their ultimate transformations, and all the craziness that occurred in between.

Fri 2/2 1-2:30pm$10 member; $15 non-member 6774

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People, Places and Culture cont.Ringing in the New Year in Hong Kong and ShanghaiSara Drower, Artist

Celebrate the New Year with Sara Drower as she takes you on virtual tour on the Star Ferry in Hong Kong. View the new architecture that is replacing some of the more traditional buildings, and visit a Buddhist temple, go shopping at the Night Market to see interesting stores such as a Chinese medicine shop. Shanghai will include a visit to an authentic tea house, and another temple as people make their wishes for the new year.


Mother Nature’s Greatest HitsBill Helmuth, World Traveler

Mother Nature’s greatest hits are truly out of this world. View the grandest mountain ranges, the greatest rivers and lakes, the magnificent forests, the deepest valleys, the largest deserts, incredible waterfalls, expansive oceans, beautiful sunsets, and scenic islands. When Mother gets angry, she erupts with volcanoes and trembles with earthquakes. Bill has personally been to these awesome places on five continents that define Earth and give deeper meaning to our lives.


The Lost Worlds of South AmericaJim Kenney, Executive Director, Common Ground

The dramatic terrain of South America is one of the great and thrilling frontiers of archaeology. Buried by the centuries on soaring mountain slopes and beneath arid deserts and lush jungles, the remains of extraordinary, majestic civilizations – many completely unknown until recent decades – are now coming to light and raising tantalizing questions about what else may be awaiting discovery.

Thu 2/1-3/1 (4X-no class 2/15)10-11:30am$49 member; $64 non-member 6864

The Grand Tour: Israel As You Haven’t Yet SeenMoshe Pomerantz, Educator

Maybe you have been to Israel many times, maybe not at all. Nevertheless, enjoy an armchair tour of Israel that has something for everyone. Whether it is nature, culture, kibbutz, living on the border, White Nights in Tel Aviv, or eating your way around the country, there is something here for everyone whether you are planning your next visit or just want to enjoy the ride.

Wed 3/7 1-2:30pm$10 member; $15 non-member 6820

Native Peoples of North AmericaJim Kenney, Executive Director, Common Ground

Discover some of the magnificent and various origin stories, then move on to their traditional homelands – the great cultural areas. Next, consider native cultural life before and after the arrival of the Europeans. Finally, survey the great American cultures today. Always, we will tread with understanding and respect.


Barcelona Beyond GaudiSara Drower, Artist

After visiting the beautiful buildings designed by Gaudi and the other modernist architects of the period, there is so much more to see in Barcelona. Strolling up and down the Ramblas, Sara will explore the aquarium and the waterfront, see reminders of the 1992 Olympics, walk through colorful neighborhoods visiting the markets, and feed the pigeons in Placa de Catalunya. You will see museums and enjoy traditional Catalan dancing the Sardana, and forming a human castle.



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Japan’s extraordinary culture is like no other in the world. The 2,000-year-old civilization grew through periods of seclusion and assimilation to cultivate a society responsible for immeasurable influences on the rest of the world. What makes Japan so distinctive? The answer is more than just spiritual beliefs or culinary tastes. It’s the ongoing clash between tradition and modernity, a conflict shaped by Japan’s long history of engagement and isolation.

Thu 3/8-4/5 (5X) 10-11:30am$59 member; $76 non-member 6865

Humanities TreasuresExplore many aspects of life by using resources and media provided by a class leader. There is never a dull moment! Facilitated by classmates, these thought-provoking discussions may challenge, change, or strengthen your beliefs. Center membership required to participate.Fri 1/5-4/27 (17X) 10am-12pmNo fee 6723

Religion & SpiritualityThe Future of Jewish CommunityRabbi Adam Chalom, Ph.D.

A quarter of American Jews are not religious and less than 40% of American Jews are synagogue members (Pew 2013). Marriages between Jews and those of other religions and ethnicities are common, though welcoming Jewish communities have increased the number of mixed-heritage families connecting to Jewish identity. Rabbis have lost their monopoly on marriages in a “do it yourself” era, and new models of Jewish community emerge every day. Rabbi Chalom considers what may be the future of American Jewish community life.


Science & NatureThe Science and Politics of Climate ChangePaul Gulezian, Professor of Biology; Coordinator of Environmental Studies, Oakton CC

Scientists have been studying the earth’s climate for hundreds of years and are developing an increasingly sophisticated understanding of the many factors that influence climate. The greatest factors since the Industrial Revolution are human-caused, related mainly to burning of fossil fuels. Because fossil fuels have been our major energy sources and are major economic commodities, the politics surrounding climate change have been fraught with discord, vested interests, and disregard of the widespread scientific consensus about climate change. Learn the scientific fundamentals of climate change and some of the latest political developments around perhaps the most important existential issue of our time.


Voyagers 1 and 2: Venerable Space TravelersMichelle Nichols-Yehling, Educator & Astronomer, Adler Planetarium

In 1977 two spacecraft, Voyager 1 and Voyager 2, were launched with the goal of visiting Jupiter and Saturn. After making amazing discoveries there, the mission was extended. Voyager 2 went on to explore Uranus and Neptune and is still the only spacecraft to have visited those outer planets. Their current mission is exploring the outermost edge of the Sun’s domain and beyond. Learn the history, scientific advancements, and legacy of the Voyagers and look ahead to the upcoming end of the mission of these venerable travelers.


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Science & Nature cont.Water: Science of a Human RightMichele Hoffman-Trotter, Educator, MS, JD, Environmental Science & Marine Biology

Two-thirds of our planet is covered with it, yet only three percent is fresh. It is the stuff that no human can go more than three days without, and has come to be regarded as blue gold. Some parts of the world take it for granted, while others wage war for the rights to it. Michele Hoffman-Trotter will guide us through the enigma that is water and the science, politics, and economics that it impacts. She will explore and predict outlooks for the future.


The Astonishing Beauty and Wisdom of WildflowersGlenn Adelson, Botanist, Director of Environmental Studies, Lake Forest College

Enjoy the dazzling photographs of some of the world’s most exquisite wildflowers. Glenn Adelson, the Itinerant Botanist and Director of Environmental Studies at Lake Forest College, spent his sabbatical year traveling the globe, documenting and photographing wildflowers. He will present his high-definition photos of these magnificent specimens and discuss why these plants have inspired poets, lovers, and enduring tales in mythology, as well as their contributions to healthcare and science.


Saturn: Ringed WorldMichelle Nichols-Yehling, Educator & Astronomer, Adler Planetarium

Saturn is often the first object that people see through a telescope, and that sighting is often the event that hooks people on astronomy forever. Why? The entire Saturn system is indeed astonishing! Michelle Hoffman-trotterwill highlight the astounding discoveries at Saturn by the Voyagers and Cassini spacecraft and showcase the stunning imagery of Saturn, its rings, and varied moons.


Climate Change and America’s ForestsChristopher Johnson, Writer, Editor, Educator

When you plant a tree, you are doing something about climate change. Trees are our most efficient and least expensive ways to slow the heating of the earth’s atmosphere. Christopher Johnson explains how forests store carbon and why it is crucial that we have healthy forests in fighting climate change. What can we do to make sure that forests in the Midwest and throughout the country remain healthy? He will address not only this question but also examine how climate change is affecting national forests such as Glacier National Park and Sequoia National Park.


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Playing with Paint: A Learn to Paint WorkshopAdrienne Aaronson, Artist and Art Educator

A great opportunity (especially for beginners) to experience the fun and creativity of painting! Instructor Adrienne Aaronson takes you from the beginning as you explore light and dark, black and white, and color painting. Learn about composition and texture while experimenting with color paints. Each class meeting builds upon the previous class, and in the final class, all the elements come together as you create your own work of art. All supplies are provided in class. Bring an apron or smock to cover your clothes.Mon 4/9-4/30 (4X) 10am-12pm$95 member; $115 non-member 6951

Sculpture StudioStudio time is available for experienced sculptors to practice their craft and interact with other artists. Participation must be arranged through Rose Carroll at 847.784.6035. NOTE: Although the studio use is free, there is a fee for the clay. Center membership required to participate.Fri 1/5-4/27 (17X) 9am-12pmNo fee 6914

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AdventureWalk on the Wildflower SideStaff Lake County Forest Perserve, Experienced conservationists

As spring emerges you can always count on the blooming of wildflowers to brighten your day. Enjoy a leisurely walk to learn about the colorful flora that thrive in Ryerson Woods and possibly your yard! Meet at the Ryerson Woods Welcome Center, 21950 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods. The entrance to Ryerson Woods is on Riverwoods Rd. south of Half Day Rd. and west of the I-94 tollway. Please come dressed for the weather. Hike takes place rain or shine.

Thu 4/26 11am-12pm$12 member; $17 non-member 6841

Maple Syrup Taste and Tour at Ryerson WoodsStaff Lake County Forest Perserve, Experienced conservationists

Enjoy the beginning of spring by taking part in the annual tapping of sugar maple trees at the Ryerson Conservation Area in Riverwoods! Walk through the woods to see the sap running from the trees, then follow the process from sap to syrup with a tour and a taste of the final product. Walk takes place at Ryerson Woods Conservation Center in Riverwoods.


Arts & CraftsArtists Workshop: Working in ColorCarl Kock, Artist & Arts Educator

Explore color and different media using props, photographs, and one’s own imagination! Students can work in pastel, oil, acrylic, watercolor, cray-pas, and colored pencils at their own pace, but need to supply their own art supplies to complete their individual projects. For the student who wants to work independently, the class can be used as a workshop. For the advanced student as well as beginners.Tue 1/9-4/10 (14X) 10am-12pm$225 member; $265 non-member 6955

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Jewelry Repair Available at the CenterOur bead instructor, Carol Grove, will repair/re-string and knot bracelets, earrings or necklaces. She can also change clasps that you find difficult to use, replacing with an easy to use magnetic clasp. Carol donates the fee to the Senior Center so you get your jewelry repaired and the Center benefits as well. She cannot do repairs that involve soldering. Carol has many years’ experience at doing jewelry repair, restringing and knotting beads. If you have items you want repaired, drop them in Lifelong Learning Office; please do not take them to the gift shop. Make certain your name and phone number are with the pieces and indicate what repair you want. Carol will contact you with an estimate before doing any work on the piece.

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Arts & Crafts cont.StitchersIrene Boldt, Facilitator

This group of needle crafters knit and crochet items for different charitable groups, such as homeless and women’s shelters and cancer patients. Providing a valuable service is a rewarding and fun opportunity while working with other caring people like yourself. If you are not an expert stitcher, the facilitator will help get you started with a project. Center membership required to participate.Wed 1/3-4/25 (17X) 9am-12pmNo fee 6912

QuiltingRose Carroll, NSSC Staff member

Take part in quilting with others who enjoy the craft. Teacher assistance is provided for those who need help with a personal project. Provide your own supplies. All levels of experience are welcome. Center membership required to participate.

Mon 1/8-4/30 (16X–no class 1/15) 9am-12pmNo fee 6873

Sewing BeesA congenial group of quilters, sewers, and knitters prepare craft items for sale in Mim’s Gift Shop. These generous volunteers not only help the Senior Center, they also become fast friends by working together year round. Bring a brown bag lunch. Center membership required to participate.

Fri 1/5-4/27 (17X) 10am-2pmNo fee 6915

Share The Warmth ClubShare the Warmth Club makes comforting fleece and crocheted blankets for adults going through chemotherapy. Crochet experience is not needed as instruction is provided. Members can also cut fleece, wind yarn and match to fabric, crochet borders, sew labels, or deliver to hospitals. Bring a brown bag lunch and socialize with this warm, welcoming, and committed group. Center membership required to participate.

Fri 1/5-4/27 (17X) 9am-12pmNo fee 6913

art galleryMusic, Music, MusicNSSC Members & Invited Guest ArtistsJanuary 11-February 22, 2018

In this mixed media exhibition the artist’s work will reflect their favorite musical genre or musician in any technique they wish to use. It may be sculpture, photography, painting, fiber or collage. The images may range from realistic, expressionist or abstract. See if you can guess who influenced the work before you peek at the label on the work to get the answer for each piece.

Art Makers North Members Mixed Media ExhibitionMarch 8-April 26, 2018

Art Makers North is a collective group of amazing, widely exhibited artists from all over the Chicagoland area. Ann Rosen, former Director of the Art Center Highland Park brought this group together and initiated monthly meetings in a variety of art studios including the NSSC Studio in 2016. In these gatherings the artists share about materials, techniques and exhibit opportunities and support each other with positive critiques occasionally. Many members are also involved as members of NSSC, the Art Center of Highland Park, Evanston Art Center and the North Shore Art League. We are very excited to present this new exhibition for you viewing pleasure.

Interested in having your artwork exhibited in our Gallery?If you have artwork that 1ou would like to submit to hang in one of the gallery shows, fill out a “Request to Exhibit” form located in a folder on the bulletin board in the Art Studio. Forms should be completed and submitted two weeks before the exhibition opens. Once completed, put the form in the folder that is labeled “Completed Forms” located in the Fine Arts Studio. Any work submitted must be framed or presented in such a way that it is ready to hang.


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New Perspectives Fine Art StudioLooking for a studio? Make this your artistic home away from home. Start a new project, or work on those you have begun in a class. Find camaraderie with fellow artists and exhibition opportunities in our beautiful Atrium Gallery. Enjoy a wonderful facility with skylights, sinks, individual storage, a press, kiln, easels, light box - perfect for working in many artistic mediums. For more information, contact Lifelong Learning at 847.784.6030 or Rose Carroll at 847.784.6035. Center membership required to participate. No class on 1/15 Mon Tue 1/2-4/30 12-4pm

Thu 1/4-4/26 (17X) 9am-4pm $39 member; $49 non-member 6949

Weaving StudioLooms are available to experienced weavers for work on personal projects. You must have basic weaving skills, as there is no instructor. Participation is limited by the number of looms available in studio. Contact Rose Carroll at 847.784.6035 in Lifelong Learning for information on availability. Center membership required to participate.

Tue 1/2-4/24 (17X) 9am-12pmNo fee 6911

Knitting StudioMary Staackmann, Facilitator

Join our weekly Knitting Studio where you can work on your projects, brush up on your skills, learn new techniques, or just spend an afternoon knitting with others. Mary Staackmann will be available to provide personalized instruction, answer any questions you may have about knitting, and share knitting tips. Bring your supplies or project in progress. Center membership required to participate.Wed 1/3-4/25 (17X) 1:30-3:30pmNo fee 6953

Merchandise Donations Welcome!If you are downsizing or clearing out some clutter, please think of donating items to Mim’s Shop at the Center! Donations are accepted year-round to stock The Shop and the seasonal Vintage Marketplace sale. Items we accept include jewelry, glassware, crystal, china, pottery, figurines, small furniture, and collectibles. Clothing not accepted. Items may be dropped off in Lifelong Learning on weekdays.Donors are provided with a tax donation slip that can be used for tax purposes. For more information, contact Rose Carroll in the Lifelong Learning office at 847.784.6035.

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Stay Private OnlineMichael Gershbein, Librarian, MLS, Owner of Very Smart People

Worried about the types of information that is being collected by Internet companies and advertisers as you surf the net? Discover what you need to know to keep yourself hidden.


Be Safe OnlineMichael Gershbein, Librarian, MLS, Owner of Very Smart People

Gain practical tips on avoiding credit card and identity theft online by managing passwords, avoiding malware and viruses and showing online smarts.

Thu 2/22 1-3pm$19 member; $25 non-member 6877

Google Mail, Calendar, Contacts, and DocsMichael Gershbein, Librarian, MLS, Owner of Very Smart People

You do not need to buy Microsoft Office to have access to quality email, calendar, word processing, spreadsheet and slideshow software. Learn all about what you can do with access to free Google products.


Introduction to Facebook and TwitterMichael Gershbein, Librarian, MLS, Owner of Very Smart People

Facebook and Twitter are two of the most popular social networks for sharing with family and friends, staying up on current events, or just having fun. Learn about the two networks, the advantages of each, and get comfortable enough to start using either on your own.


Computers & TechnologyTech Tips for Healthy LivingSara Silver, Owner, Computer Companion

Modern devices such as laptops, tablets, and smart phones have enhanced life in many ways, but can they make you healthier? They can if you know what is available. Discover healthy living tech tips including beneficial devices, apps, and websites.Thu 1/11 10am-12pm$19 member; $25 non-member 6908

Digital Pictures: What Do I Do With Them?Lee Huber, Computer and Technology Instructor

You have just come back from a trip or event with numerous pictures sitting in your camera, tablet, or smart device. Now what do you do? Learn how to save, share, print, and touch-up those valuable snapshots. Learn how to showcase your pictures in a coffee table book, calendar, and/or website.Tue 2/13 10am-12pm$19 member; $25 non-member 6883

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Watch Videos OnlineMichael Gershbein, Librarian, MLS, Owner of Very Smart People

Take a tour of the multitude of services for watching television and movies through computers and mobile devices, such as Netflix and Amazon, as well as streaming devices like Apple TV, Hulu, and Roku.


Fun and Informative Apps for Your Smart DevicesLee Huber, Computer and Technology Instructor

Make your online experience more fun with the top applications available for older adults. These helpful and informative apps are designed to make everyday life easier and cover categories such as games, business, utilities, lifestyles, and entertainment.

Tue 4/10 10-11:30am$19 member; $25 non-member 6888

Android BasicsMichael Gershbein, Librarian, MLS, Owner of Very Smart People

Get more comfortable using your Android phone or tablet as you learn the fundamentals. Easily navigate, find apps, and customize your devices with the knowledge you will gain during this class discussion and demonstration.Bring your fully charged device to class.


Apple iPhone and iPad BasicsMichael Gershbein, Librarian, MLS, Owner of Very Smart People

Looking to get more comfortable with your iPhone and iPad? This class will show you all the basics of navigation, customization, and app usage with an aim towards increasing overall familiarity and comfort with your device.

Mon 2/12 10am-12pm$19 member; $25 non-member 6890

Apple iPhone and iPad Advanced TipsMichael Gershbein, Librarian, MLS, Owner of Very Smart People

Do you feel like you are not getting as much out of your iPhone or iPad as you should? Learn a variety of advanced tips, tricks, and settings that will allow you to maximize your use and become a power user.Bring your fully charged devices to class.

Mon 3/5 10am-12pm$19 member; $25 non-member 6876

Explore Photography Using an iPhone or iPadMerle Branner, Technologist, Educator & Photographer

If you enjoy taking photos with your iPhone or iPad, take it to the next level! Explore different photography apps and learn new techniques that can improve your composition, lighting, and draw your viewer into the photos. You can become a more creative photographer and increase your awareness of the world around you through photography.Tue 3/13 10am-12pm$19 member; $25 non-member 6882

Tech-Lovers ClubStanley Schwab, Facilitator

Join us for this get-together of men and women who use computers and have questions and/or answers to share. Also, listen to presentations on a variety of informative computer subjects. The club meets the third Friday of every month. Center membership required to participate.Third Friday of every Month 1/19-4/20 (4X) 1-3pmNo fee 6755

computer & technology assistanceA group of volunteers is available every Wednesday and Friday morning to answer your computer, tablet, or smartphone questions or resolve your computer issues. Perhaps you have a question about something you learned in a class you have taken. Come in and ask our tech-volunteers! No registration required, assistance is on a first come, first-served basis.

Wednesdays & Fridays 10am to 12pm

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Driver EducationAARP Smart Driver CourseEarl Nicholas, AARP Trained Instructor

The AARP Smart Driver Course is designed as a driving refresher for motorists age 50 and older. The course includes information on safe driving habits, how to avoid driving hazards, changes in roadway conditions, safety equipment on your automobile, as well as a discussion of when to consider driver retirement. The class also covers much of the information needed to pass the Illinois State license exam and reviews the eyesight, hearing, and physical changes that drivers experience as they age. Completion of the two-day class may entitle the participant to a discount on his or her auto insurance. Please check with your insurance carrier for further details. A check made out to AARP for $15 (AARP Members) or $20 (Non-AARP Members) is due at the first class meeting.

Tue, Thu 1/23-1/25 (2X ) 8:30am-12:30pmNo fee 6703

Food & Culinary Arts

Chef Demonstration and TastingChef Anthony Krause, Executive Chef, The Merion, Evanston

Enjoy a warm and delicious tasting and chef cooking demonstration. You will enjoy small-sized servings of a salmon crostini appetizer, bowtie pasta and basil pesto chicken entrée, and zabaglione for dessert. Learn how to make these quick and easy dishes, use substitutions, and ways to use these same ingredients for a variety of different dishes. Special dietary needs cannot be accommodated.



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LanguageIntermediate FrenchAdrienne Lawrence, Instructor

Review and refine vocabulary and grammatical concepts with an emphasis on developing competence in speaking and listening, and explore cultural, current events, and traditions. This class is designed for people who have already acquired basic skills in French.



Read and Write YiddishMiriam Stein, Facilitator

Enjoy this Yiddish study group using an intermediate level text. Knowledge of the Hebrew alphabet, experience reading Yiddish stories, and writing Yiddish is required. Center membership required to participate.

Thu 1/4-4/26 (17X) 1-2:30pmNo fee 6749

Spanish ClubJoin an eclectic group of non-native habladores de espanol. The group gathers for informal conversation, lots of laughs, interesting discussions, and some written homework. Que practiquemos con nostros. For those who have already acquired basic conversational skills in Spanish. Center membership required to participate. No class on 1/15

Mon 1/8-4/30 (16X) 12:45-2pmNo fee 6752

Conversational YiddishFor everyone who enjoys conversing in Yiddish with fellow Yiddish speakers. Come and join this peer-led class for Yiddish humor, stories, and music. Yiddish is the only language spoken. Center membership required to participate.

Fri 1/5-4/27 (17X) 1-2:30pmNo fee 6717

Yiddish Club on MondayRalph Bernstein, Facilitator

For everyone who loves to hear the Yiddish language and can speak “a bisl.” Come and join us for humor, stories, music, and conversation. Center membership required to participate.

Mon 1/8-4/30 (16X-no class 1/15) 12:30-2pmNo fee 6757

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LifestyleMedicare Update 2018Melissa Versch, NSSC Health Insurance Program Coordinator

It seems that every year, Medicare is updated and some changes may affect you. For both the newly enrolled and those who have been participating for years, Melissa Versch helps you to understand your benefits and will highlight any changes to the program so you can understand the alphabet soup of Medicare A, B, C and D. Learn about how to review your options for coverage and have questions answered.

Mon 1/22 1-2pmNo fee 6934

Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate?Molly Hofer, MA, Family Life Educator, Univ. of Illinois Extension

Almost all individuals have valued personal belongings. Explore ways to talk to family members about the difficult subject of distributing family items with emotional and sentimental value while still keeping relations intact.


Housing: Been There, Done That, Now What?Jan Steiner, Senior Transitions Concierge

You have lived independently for years, purchased homes, raised a family, launched the kids to independence. Maintaining your home is becoming more challenging and less rewarding. Now what? There are many options to explore. Come and learn more about the housing options to choose from and how to best manage the change.


Mobility Assistive Devices for People on the GoFrancesca Paras, PT, DPT, Illinois Bone and Joint Institute

Assistive devices like wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, canes, and crutches all enhance safe mobility for those who need them. Proper fit and comfort, the choosing of appropriate equipment, and safe maneuvering are all important to know. Become informed on safe assistive device usage, which includes safety with transfers. Bring your device(s) in and have it checked for fit and how appropriate it is for your personal use.


Electronics Recycling and Document ShreddingSerious spring clean-up help is here! Bring your old computers, electronics, batteries, household items, and old documents to the Center to be recycled or shredded. Abt Electronics, Northfield Township, and OSDD, LLC will be here to accept your recyclables and shred documents. Reduce your clutter and protect the environment by ensuring that your used belongings are disposed of in an environmentally-responsible manner. Watch for further recycling details in April about what items can be accepted.

Tue 4/24 10am-2pmNo fee 6919

Speak Clearly, Listen Carefully: Effective Communication for Family CaregiversHeather Resnick, NSSC Caregiver Specialist

As caregivers, it is essential to communicate effectively with family members, professionals and your care receiver. Learn how to enlist help and be assertive rather than aggressive. Heather Resnick will offer tips for listening attentively, ommunicating with people who have memory loss, using non-verbal cues, keeping the channels of communication open, and taking the emotional charge out of difficult conversations.

Mon 3/26 1-2pmNo fee 6935

Instructor SpotlightMolly Hofer, MAFamily Life Educator, University of Illinois Extension

As a family life educator for 25 years with University of Illinois Extension, Molly has been teaching individuals and families in the Chicago land area on a variety of life issues, including healthy aging, intergenerational relations, retirement, adult caregiving and family communication topics. Molly’s community based, research supported workshops extend to a variety of audiences, including professional and paraprofessional staff, older adults, adult children, family caregivers, and others. Because Molly’s teaching style is interactive, providing workshops to participants at North Shore Senior Center is a natural fit. Molly has come to NSSC several times and is always excited to share her knowledge and information with participants and, in turn, facilitate the shared insights and experiences they bring to the table!


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Money MattersProfits and Pitfalls Investment ClubPut your focus on stock investments! For a $500 initial investment in the Profits and Pitfalls portfolio and a $40 monthly fee, you may join our lively group as we analyze different companies and make decisions on what to buy and what to sell. Investors meet once a month: a mandatory, formal meeting on the third Wednesday of each month from 9 to 11am, followed by an informal, non-mandatory meeting from 11am to 12pm. New members are required to join us for two business meetings scheduled on the third Wednesday before making a decision to join. If you have questions, please contact John Breen at 847.729.2920. Center membership required to participate.

Wed 1/17-4/18 (4X) 9am-12pmNo fee 6747

The 40/70 Rule: Having “The Talk” with Your ChildrenMichael Melinger, Home Instead Senior Care

While many families think they have had adequate and timely conversations about legal issues, finances, living choices and health, they are often unprepared for the future. Home Instead has created the “40/70 Rule” – An Action Plan for Successful Aging. By the time you are 70, and your children are 40, it’s time to have “the talk” about end-of-life issues that too many of us avoid.


How Your Home Can Serve as a Strategic AssetSchlomo Arel, Senior Real Estate Specialist, Kale Realty

Did you know you are sitting on a “goldmine”? Use your home to your advantage and maximize your money. This workshop will explore staying at home and receiving monthly residuals by doing a reverse mortgage, downsizing and renting out your home, understanding that the biggest investment of your life becomes your biggest asset.

Sat 4/21 10-11:30am$12 member; $17 non-member 6937

Home Security and SafetyBrian M. Lebens, Director of Client Services, Broad Street Home Care

Feeling safe and secure at home is extremely important for those wishing to remain in their homes throughout their older adult years. Learn about burglary prevention (keeping the bad guys out), fire prevention (more than just smoke detectors), and fall prevention (simple steps to prevent falls).


Things You Need to Know before Filing Your 2017 Income Tax ReturnsLaurie Kaplan, CPA, Senior Manager, and Judy Mason, CPA, CVA, Partner, Michael silver & Co.

Before you file your 2017 income tax returns, take a moment to listen and ask questions of CPAs Laurie Kaplan and Judy Mason of the tax accounting firm Michael Silver & Company as they discuss recent changes to Illinois and federal tax laws, allowable itemized deductions and income phase-outs, impact of taxes on your retirement income, current gift and estate tax issues, and tips to minimize taxes in 2017 and beyond.

Sat 1/20 10-11:30am$12 member; $17 non-member 6938

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Brain Fitness Exercise & DanceBarre EssentialsKatie Morgan, NSSC Fitness Center staff

Barre classes mix elements of Pilates, dance, yoga, and functional training, through choreographed movement. The beauty of barre classes is that everyone works with small movements and can limit or expand their range of motion to suit their specific needs. This class is suitable for all fitness and age levels.

Fri 3/2-4/27 (9X) 1-1:45pm$59 member; $69 non-member 6923

Sit and Get FitDanny Meyer, NSSC Fitness Center staff

Move your feet and get fit while in your seat! This multi-level class is suitable for those with limitations who are seeking to improve muscle tone, strength, and stamina. Standing exercises that improve lower body strength and balance will be incorporated for those participants willing and able.

Mon, Mon11am-11:45am1/3-2/2817X$59 member; $69 non-member 6932

Mon, Wed11am-11:45am3/5-4/3017X$59 member; $69 non-member 6933

Better BalanceKatie Morgan, NSSC Fitness Center staff

Balance and stability training can directly improve all aspects of daily living. This class is designed to enhance core strength, balance, coordination, stability, and flexibility. Moderate intensity class.Standing exercises done throughout duration of class. New participants, an assessment with fitness center staff is required at least one week prior to first class. Please call 847.784.6003 to schedule your appointment.

Mon, Wed1/3-2/28 (17X) 1-1:45pm$59 member; $69 non-member 6927

Mon, Wed 3/5-4/30 (17X) 1-1:45pm$59 member; $69 non-member 6928

Tue, Thu 1/2-2/27 (17X) 10:30-11:15am$59 member; $69 non-member 6929

Tue, Thu 3/1-4/26 (17X) 10:30-11:15am$59 member; $69 non-member 6930

Enhance Your Memory! Memory Training ClassUCLA Trained Instructors

You can improve your memory. Learn practical techniques and useful information that can help improve brain functioning, increase verbal fluency, and enhance your memory. Developed by Linda Ercoli, PhD, and Gary Small, MD, of UCLA’s Longevity Center, this course combines presentations with group discussions, memory checks, and skill-building exercises for an innovative educational experience.This is a memory loss prevention program, and is not suitable for those diagnosed with dementia.

Thu 2/1-2/22 (4X) 9:30-11:30am$49 member; $59 non-member 6724

Brain Fitness: Tech Tips for Leading a Brain-Healthy LifestyleSara Silver, Owner, Computer Companion

Get the latest research on brain health and recommended ways people can improve brain health every day. Technology tips for each of the six pillars of a brain-healthy lifestyle will be covered as well as devices, apps, and websites demonstrated.


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Fitness CenterOur Mission is to improve the health and wellness of the adult community by providing the highest quality facilities, professional team members and programs in a uniquely supportive environment.

Fitness Center Membership Includes:

• Alliance Rehabilitation Exercise Specialists

• Fitness Assessment (following physician clearance)

• Orientation and personalized exercise program

• Cardiovascular training equipment

• Nautilus Strength Training

• Exclusive access to Small Group classes

• Discounts on Personal Training fees

• Locker rooms, towel service, and shower amenities

• Keycard access to Fitness Center after hours and on weekends

Fitness Center HoursSunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10am-2pmMonday-Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30am-7pmFriday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30am-6pmSaturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8am-2pm

Phone: 847-784-6003

Fitness CenterMembership Fees NSSC Basic Member Membership Type Price PriceAnnual Individual Membership . . . . . $520 . . . . . . . . $350Annual Couple Membership . . . . . . . $990 . . . . . . . . $6506 Month Individual Membership . . . . $300 . . . . . . . . $2206 Month Couple Membership . . . . . . $580 . . . . . . . . $4003 Month Individual Membership . . . . $165 . . . . . . . . $140

*There is a one-time $50 enrollment fee for new members

Personal Training NSSC Basic Member 60 minute session Price Price1 session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100 . . . . . . . . . $855 sessions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $430 . . . . . . . . $38010 sessions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $825 . . . . . . . . $740

30 minute session1 session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $70 . . . . . . . . . $555 sessions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $300 . . . . . . . . $25010 sessions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $580 . . . . . . . . $485

*Fitness Center members receive a 10% discount off applicable Personal Training fee

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Fitness Center members enjoy exclusive access to great small group classes taught by our trained fitness instructors!

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Men’s FitnessDanny Meyer, NSSC Fitness Center staff

This 30-minute strength class is designed for men at beginner to intermediate fitness levels. The class will use dumbbell weights and exercise bands. Men’s Fitness will also include balance training and education on increasing and maintaining muscle mass. All exercises can be modified to accommodate individuals not comfortable in standing position.Fitness Center membership required to participate.

Wed, Mon 1/3-2/28 (17X) 1-1:30pm$35 member; $35 non-member 6924

Healthy HandsMichael Ferren, NSSC Fitness Center staff

Stretch and strengthen your hands with the Fitness Center’s Healthy Hands class. This class is designed to reduce arthritic pain in your hands through strengthening, stretching, flexing fingers, strengthening the wrist, and massage.

Thu, Tue 3/1-4/26 (17X) 11-11:30am$35 member; $35 non-member 6931

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Exercise & Dance cont.Gentle BalanceMichael Ferren, NSSC Fitness Center staff

Enhance your core strength, balance, coordination, stability, and flexibility with low intensity, gentle exercises that may be done seated or standing. This class is great for those with mobility, stamina, or balance limitations, and is suitable for participants using canes, walkers and wheelchairs.New participants, an assessment with fitness center staff is required at least one week prior to first class. Please call 847.784.6003 to schedule your appointment.

Tue, Thu 1/2-2/27 (17X) 1-1:45pm$59 member; $69 non-member 6925

Tue, Thu 3/1-4/26 (17X) 1-1:45pm$59 member; $69 non-member 6926

Muscle Movers: Total FitnessCarole Loescher, Exercise Physiologist

Experience total fitness and enhance your strength, flexibility, and balance, with an emphasis on posture, in this upbeat class. Carole Loescher leads you in calisthenics, hand weights, and isometric exercises set to music that will surely keep you motivated. A light cardio component promotes coordination, dynamic balance, and fun. No class on 1/15, 4/6, or 4/9.

Mon, Wed, Fri 1/3-1/31 (12X) 9-10am$60 member; $70 non-member 6734




Mon, Wed, Fri 1/3-1/31 (12X) 10:15-11:15am$60 member; $70 non-member 6738





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Tai ChiNancy Tobias, Instructor

Practice the ancient, healing art of Tai Chi, which is the practice of controlled, relaxed body movements. Increase your understanding of the mind-body connection, breathing techniques, flexibility and all other healthy benefits of Tai Chi. Wear loose clothing.

Thu 1/4-2/22 (8X) 9-10am$75 member; $89 non-member 6753


Yoga for the Rest of UsEllen Fogarty, RYT

Anyone can enjoy the many benefits of yoga, including increased strength, balance, flexibility and mobility. This class is uniquely designed for individuals of all fitness levels to relax and unwind. Our certified yoga instructor accommodates individual needs through the use of chairs, blocks, bolsters, and other props to help you develop a more mindful awareness of your body and a sense of overall well-being.

Tue 1/9-2/27 (8X) 9-10am$75 member; $89 non-member 6957

Tue 3/6-4/24 (7X–no class 3/27) 9-10am$75 member; $89 non-member 6958

Instructor SpotlightNancy TobiasTai Chi Instructor

Nancy Tobias loves Tai Chi and has been practicing it for over 25-years. Once she began, she practiced diligently because she liked how it made her feel and wanted to have something physically beneficial to do as she aged. Nancy became accredited in Yang style Tai Chi in 1996, and has had the good fortune of studying with Chinese masters. Nancy has been teaching at the North Shore Senior Center for 16-years and enjoys teaching because she is able to share this important practice with seniors who gain a whole host of benefits like strength, increased range of motion, balance, agility, and mental focus. The movements are slow, controlled, and deliberate while you maintain a relaxed standing posture. Whether new to Tai Chi or a skilled practitioner, the students go at their own pace and can experience the positive effects of Tai Chi.

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Health & Wellness EducationExercise and Parkinson’s DiseaseKathy Schulte, PT, Rehab Services, Lake Forest Hospital

The benefits of exercise for those with Parkinson’s Disease are many, including increased walking speed, longer strides, improved walking distances, and more efficient use of oxygen. And that is just the beginning! Explore how important and beneficial exercise is for each person who has Parkinson’s Disease. Learn about the most recent research on Parkinson’s and exercise, as well as how to put that information to work for you.


How to Be a Friend to Someone With a Serious IllnessEileen Boggins, Life Learning Advocate, JourneyCare

Often times when close friends or family members are seriously ill, you may not know what to do or say to bring comfort to them. Explore creative ways to provide support, love, and joy to those we care about.


What Women Deserve to Know About Pelvic Organ ProlapseChristina Lewicky-Gaupp, MD, Assoc. Professor, Dept. of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Northwestern University

A pelvic floor disorder such as pelvic organ prolase causes bothersome symptoms and limits daily activities. Discover the options for treatment, and learn about pelvic floor physical therapy, the latest surgical techniques, and ways you can address this condition.


Heart SmartKatie Morgan, NSSC Fitness Center staff

The heart is, by far, our most important muscle. Most of us take it for granted, but keeping it strong is a priority. Katie Morgan discusses methods and exercises that will help you keep your heart strong and healthy.


Mobility Assistive Devices for People on the GoAssistive devices like wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, canes, and crutches all enhance safe mobility for those who need them. Proper fit and comfort, the choosing of appropriate equipment, and safe maneuvering are all important to know. Become informed on safe assistive device usage, which includes safety with transfers. Bring your device(s) in and have it checked for fit and how appropriate it is for your personal use.


Urinary Incontinence in WomenMargaret Mueller, MD, Assoc. Professor, Dept. of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Northwestern University

One in three women will develop a pelvic floor disorder during their lifetime. One of the most bothersome of these is urinary incontinence. If urinary incontinence is a concern for you, find out about your options for treatment. Learn about pelvic floor physical therapy, the latest surgical techniques, and advances in putting a stop to this problem.


health servicesPodiatrist ServicesDr. Yelena Barsky, podiatrist, will be available at North Shore Senior Center every other month, on Friday mornings, to provide podiatric services. Dates vary. To make an appointment, call Dr. Barsky directly at 847.392.8080. Fees are due at the time of appointment when services are rendered.

Blood Pressure ScreeningBlood pressure screenngs are available in our Fitness Center from 10am-2pm on the second Wednesday of every month. Call 847.784.6003 to make your appointment.


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DizzinessLeslie Buchenberger, PT, Northwestern Medicine, Grayslake Rehab Services

Dizziness and balance problems are very common among older adults. Learn some of the common causes of dizziness, how dizziness and balance are related, and the role of physical therapy in decreasing dizziness, improving balance, and increasing safety.


Functional FitnessDanny Meyer, NSSC Fitness Center staff

Functional training is the trendiest form of exercise in the fitness world. This exercise is designed to work your body as a whole unit to make activities of daily living more manageable. Key components are balance training, core training, and strength building. Join in for this in-depth discussion and demonstration.


Looking for the Funny Side: The Value of HumorMolly Hofer, MA, Family Life Educator, Univ. of Illinois Extension

Humor can be good for you. Do you look for humor in your everyday life? Molly Hofer reveals the many ways humor can help in dealing with stress and change.


Palliative Medicine: What Is It and Do I Need It?Eileen Boggins, Life Learning Advocate, JourneyCare

Today we are hearing the term “palliative medicine” more often. Learn what palliative medicine is and how it is used to manage pain and symptoms when dealing with a variety of illnesses and declining health.


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memory loss support and educationAlzheimer’s Family Support GroupHouse of Welcome Adult Day Services hosts a monthly support group for family members of people who have memory loss from Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. There is no fee and registration is not required. The group meets the second Tuesday of every month from 1-2:30pm. For information, please call 847.242.6250.

Early Memory Loss ProgramsMind Matters, a group program for persons with early memory loss emphasizing socialization, stimulation and support, meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-3pm. Registration is required, including a $100 application fee. The daily fee of $65 includes supplies. The Mind Matters Family Support Group is offered monthly to family members of Mind Matters participants. For information, call 847-242-6250.

Support Groups

hearing loss support groups

Contact Mary Blumer-Reed at 847.784.6000 ext. 6907 for more information on any of the Hearing Loss groups.

Speech ReadingThis unique class teaches individuals who experience some hearing loss how to read lips. Learn how to use visual awareness, listening strategies and communication strategies to make communication easier. This group meets every Monday (except the second Monday of the month) from 10am to 11am, and is followed by Sound Off.

Sound Off: Hearing Loss Support GroupShare solutions and successes with others who are dealing with hearing loss. Express the frustrations of hearing loss. Learn ideas about how to accommodate changes in your lives, and for activities that work for hearing-impaired people. Discuss coping and stress-reducing strategies, assertiveness and self-advocacy, and about new assistive technologies. This group meets every Monday (except the second Monday of the month) from 11 am to noon.

Hearing Loss Association of America meetingHearing Loss Association of America, or HLAA, provides a monthly educational presentation for anyone experiencing or interested in learning about hearing loss. HLAA opens the world of communication to people with hearing loss. Meetings are the second Monday of the month at 10am. There is a requested donation of $15 per year.

Caregiver Support GroupAre you caring for an older adult: your spouse, partner, mom, or dad? Join others on a similar journey to discuss caregiving issues and concerns. Because the focus of a caregiver support group is the caregiver, caregivers can openly discuss their own difficulties in a caring, non-judgmental atmosphere. For more information contact Lauretta Hart at 847-424-5661 or [email protected]. Two group meetings to choose from:

Skokie Village Hall, 5127 Oakton St., Skokie Fourth Wednesday of each month 10-11:30am

Levy Center, 300 Dodge St., Evanston First Wednesday of each month 3-4:30pm

Parkinson’s Disease Support GroupsThis weekly support program provides information and encouragement in dealing with common concerns and issues. People with Parkinson’s disease and their families meet in separate groups at the start of each session. Then, all the participants come together for light refreshments and conversation. Group meets every Wednesday from 1-2:20pm. Suggested monthly donation of $20 per family.

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Clubs & Social GroupsEating Out GroupJoin others for delicious dining and a pleasant outing at local restaurants. Sign up in Lifelong Learning or call 847.784.6030 to register. No fee to register, payment is made at the restaurant. Transportation to the restaurants is on your own. Center membership required to participate.

Lalos Mexican Restaurant Carillon Square, Waukegan Rd., Glenview

Mon 3/26 5-7pm

Demetri’s Restaurant 660 Lake Cook Rd., Deerfield

Mon 4/23 5-7pm

Photography ClubFor those at all skill levels who have a mutual love of photography. The group shares constructive feedback on each other’s work, idea sharing, and tips on how to capture the best possible image so that less time will be required for editing. Other activities include club and small group photo field trips and periodic group exhibitions. The group meets on the second and fourth Friday of each month, however the schedule may vary, so please call Lifelong Learning at 847.784.6030 for information. Center membership required to participate.

Fri 1/12-4/27 (8X) 1:30-3pmNo fee 6742

Laff-InWith comedy and laughter, this peer-led group looks at the brighter side of life while promoting close friendships and mutual support. Members take turns leading the group each week. Center membership required to participate.

Thu 1/4-4/26 (17X) 11am-12pmNo fee 6730

Gone Fishin’A co-ed group meets several times a month, with the goal of catching the “big one.” Guest speakers come to teach different aspects of fishing, such as making lures, cooking a fish properly and locating good fishing spots. Fishing trips and competitions are part of the club’s off-site activities. Schedule varies through summer months. Call Lifelong Learning at 847.784.6030 for more information and club schedule. Center membership required to participate. Group will meet on the following dates for various activities:

Mon1/22 10am-12pm

Mon 2/19 9:30-11:30am

Sat 2/24 8:30am-12

Wed 4/18 3-6pmNo fee 6950

Jazz ForumThis peer-led group listens to CDs of jazz greats, watches videos of jazz performances, and occasionally invites a guest performer for a lecture or demonstration. Participants take turns planning the weekly programs. Center membership required to participate.

Tue 1/2-4/24 (17X) 1-2pm No fee 6729

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GamesBeginning CanastaTerri Argentar, Instructor

If you like card games, you’ll love Canasta. Learn the game from the beginning and play with others who also enjoy the game. Terri will teach you the concepts of the game, rules, and strategies all while you have fun.

Wed 2/28-4/4 (6X) 9-11am$59 member; $70 non-member 6708

Beginning Mah JonggBarbara Grossman, Instructor

Mah Jongg is a great game of strategy played with tiles. Whether you are a novice or want to refresh your skills, you will have fun learning and playing this interesting rummy-like game. Mah Jongg card will be provided.

Tue 2/27-3/27 (5X) 1-3pm$49 member; $59 non-member 6709

Best Bridge Ever!Patricia Braun, Instructor

Learn to play the best bridge of your life with Silver Life Master Patricia Braun. This class is designed to informally review bidding, play of hand, and defense techniques for those who already know the basics of Standard American Bridge. The format goes up to an eight hand, pre-dealt game. Each hand is discussed to examine the potential to play the best hand possible. Take home records are available each class. This supervised play allows you to catch mistakes and learn from them immediately.



Bridge: Play of the HandAl Glick, Instructor

Build on your basic bridge skills to improve your declarer play. If you are new to bridge, it is recommended that you take the Bridge: Bidding course prior to taking this course.

Mon 1/8-3/5 (8X-no class 1/15) 1-3pm$79 member; $89 non-member 6712

Bridge: DefenseAl Glick, Instructor

Build on your basic bridge skills and learn the art and strategy of defense. If you are new to bridge, it is recommended that you take the Bridge: Bidding course prior to taking this course.

Mon 3/12-4/30 ( 8X) 1-3pm$79 member; $89 non-member 6713

Bridge: Supervised PlayAl Glick, Instructor

Supervised play is for any level of player who wants to continue learning by playing with a variety of players under the guidance of a master bridge teacher.

Mon 1/8-3/5 (8X-no class 1/15) 9:30-11:30am$79 member; $89 non-member 6714

Mon 3/12-4/30 (8X) 9:30-11:30am$79 member; $89 non-member 6715

Duplicate BridgeAl Glick, Instructor

Join us for a friendly game of duplicate bridge. Basic knowledge of the game is required. No master points are given but winners receive small prizes. Members will be paired with other single players. A $7.00 fee is required each time you play. Center membership required to participate.

Thu 1/4-4/26 (17X) 12:30-3:30pmNo fee 6718

Men’s Club BridgeIf you love to play, join our guys every Tuesday morning for a stimulating game, great conversation, and a hot cup of coffee. Play for a shorter period of time and attend the Men’s Club weekly program, or play straight through to 1:00 pm. Center membership required to participate.

Tue 1/2-4/24 (17X) 8:30am-12:30pmNo fee 6731

Q & N Friday BridgeHere is another opportunity for members of the Men’s Club to play bridge. Center membership required to participate.

Fri 1/5-4/27 (17X) 8:30am-12:30pmNo fee 6748

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Join North Shore Senior Center Members in more recreational sports and activities!Bowling LeagueTake part in a bowling league for men and women at Brunswick Zone Bowling Lanes in Deerfield, and enjoy the company of other North Shore Senior Center men and women. Group meets Mondays from 1-3pm at the Lanes. Game charge is $8.00 for three games each afternoon you play. Shoe rental and bowling balls are available at the Lanes. Space is limited, so sign up early. For more information, contact Ray Newgard at 847.272.7204, Marla Andrews 847.328.4226, or Ken Hamel at 847.677.6259.


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Poker ClubEnjoy a friendly game of poker! Games are dealer’s choice, so join us to learn a new game or to teach one! Center membership required to participate.

Tue 1/2-4/24 (17X) 12-3pmNo fee 6746

ScrabbleCome for an afternoon of fun, and challenge your mind as well! One of the best ways to exercise your mind and keep it young and viable is to play Scrabble. Spelling and creating words by juggling the alphabet to suit the board requires thought, skill, and persistence. Center membership required to participate.

Thu 1/4-4/26 (17X) 1-3pmNo fee 6751

Game TimeCome for an afternoon of fun and play cards, Mah Jongg or any other games that you wish to play with your friends. Center membership required to participate. Schedule may change.

MTuWF 1/2-4/30 (no games 1/15) 12:30-4pm No fee 6721

Sports & Leisure

Men’s Golf LeagueAll NSSC men are invited to play golf at Weber Park in Skokie on Mondays and at Winnetka’s Skokie Playfield on Thursdays. Play continues throughout the summer through September. Golf league information sheets are available at Men’s Club meetings or in Lifelong Learning. Call Don Packard for information at 847.715.9903 or Lifelong Learning at 847.784.6030. Registration required. Center membership required to participate.Mon, Thu 4/2-9/27 8:30-11:30am$20 member only 6733

Men’s Golf League Breakfast and Tee-Time LotteryStart the golf year right and attend the golf season kick-off breakfast! Tee Times will be given out during the breakfast. Registration for the Men’s Golf League through the Lifelong Learning office is required. Center membership required to participate. You must register for the Men’s Golf League in order to attend the breakfast.Thu 3/15 8:30-10amNo fee 6732

PickleballJoin us for one of the fastest growing new sports in the area! Pickleball is like playing tennis with a ping-pong paddle on a badminton court. It provides fun and exercise in a fast paced, easy-to-learn sport. No experience is necessary, but be prepared for laughter and meeting new friends. Wear tennis shoes and comfortable clothing. Takes place every Wednesday and Friday in the North Shore Senior Center Gym. You may purchase a 10-play punch card or a single-play, good for one year from date of purchase.Single PlayWed, Fri 1/3-4/27 (34X) 2-4pm$9 member; $14 non-member 674410-Play Punch CardWed, Fri 1/3-4/27 (34X) 2-4pm$60 member; $80 non-member 6743

Tennis ClubAll NSSC men and women are invited to play tennis indoors at Glenbrook Racquet Club in Northbrook. Moderate court fees apply. Level of play varies from intermediate to good. Games are played for fun, exercise, and a good time. For more information, call Ken Griesemer at 847.559.7691 or Lifelong Learning at 847.784.6030. Center membership required to participate.Mon, Fri 1/5-4/30 (33X-no class on 1/15) 2-3:30pmNo fee 6756

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at a glance fitness center open daily

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january

10:00 Art of the Reformation Age

1:00 Let’s Face the Music: Jews and Making American Music

1:00 Men’s Fitness

1:00 Men’s Fitness 10:30 Japan’s Extensive Planning to Attack Pearl Harbor

8:30 AARP Smart Driver Course

9:00 Yoga for the Rest of Us 10:00 Artists Workshop 10:30 Hot Topics in Public Health 1:00 Alan Watts

9:00 American Politics and Current Events

9:30 Bridge: Supervised Play 10:00 Elvis: Actor and the Icon 1:00 Bridge: Play of the Hand 1:00 Exercise and Parkinson’s

Disease 1:00 Men’s Fitness 1:00 Ringing in the New Year

in Hong Kong & Shanghai

9:00 Yoga for the Rest of Us 10:00 Artists Workshop 10:00 North Shore Senior Center

2018 Annual Meeting 1:00 Alan Watts: Psychotherapy

East and West

10:00 Reconstruction 1:00 Men’s Fitness 1:00 Reading for a Cozy

Afternoon 1:00 The Holocaust in Film:

Remember

9:00 Best Bridge Ever! 9:00 Tai Chi 10:00 Science and Religion 10:00 Tech Tips for Healthy

Living 1:00 Movie Star Favorites:

Cary Grant

10:00 Unfinished Business 1:00 China, Russia,

and the United States 1:30 Photography Club

9:00 Yoga for the Rest of Us 10:00 Artists Workshop 10:30 The American Folk Song 1:00 Alan Watts

9:00 Profits and Pitfalls 10:00 Reconstruction 12:30 It Happened One Night 12:30 Vis and Ramin 1:00 Men’s Fitness

9:00 Best Bridge Ever! 9:00 Tai Chi 10:00 Science and Religion 10:00 Stay Private Online 1:00 Marilyn Monroe

9:30 Great Decisions in Foreign Policy

10:00 Unfinished Business 1:00 China, Russia, and the

United States 1:00 Tech-Lovers Club


9:30 Bridge: Supervised Play 10:00 Gone Fishin’ 10:00 Richard Wagner 1:00 Bridge: Play of the Hand 1:00 Israel Behind the

Headlines: In Depth 1:00 Medicare Update 2018 1:00 Men’s Fitness

Center Closed

10:00 A Divine Heritage 11:30 The 40/70 Rule 12:30 The Romance of Tristan 1:00 Let’s Face the Music 1:00 Men’s Fitness

8:30 AARP Smart Driver Course

9:00 Best Bridge Ever! 9:00 Tai Chi 10:00 Science and Religion 1:00 Android Basics 1:00 Elizabeth Taylor

10:00 Chicago Legal: Jon Burge

1:00 Science and Politics of Climate Change

1:30 Photography Club

Center Closed

9:00 Yoga for the Rest of Us

10:00 Artists Workshop 10:30 Stories from a Retired

NFL Referee 1:00 Thomas Friedman

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9:00 Best Bridge Ever! 9:00 Tai Chi


9:30 Bridge: Supervised Play 10:00 Mother Nature’s Greatest

Hits 1:00 America on the World Stage 1:00 Bridge: Play of the Hand 1:00 Be a Friend to Someone

With a Serious Illness 1:00 Men’s Fitness

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9:00 Quilting • Muscle Movers 10:00 Hearing Loss Group 10:00 Friendship Circle 10:15 Muscle Movers 11:00 Sit and Get Fit 12:30 Yiddish Club 12:30 Game Time 12:45 Spanish Club 1:00 Fine Art • Bet. Balance 2:00 Tennis Club

8:30 Men’s Club Bridge 9:00 Weaving Studio 10:00 Men’s Club Meeting 10:30 Better Balance 10:30 Tuesday Program 12:00 Poker Club 12:30 Game Time 1:00 Fine Art Studio 1:00 Jazz Forum 1:00 Gentle Balance

9:00 & 10:15 Muscle Movers 9:00 Stitchers 10:00 Goldenaires 10:00 Friendship Circle 10:00 Computer Assistance 11:00 Sit and Get Fit 12:30 Game Time 1:00 Better Balance 1:30 Knitting Studio 2:00 Pickle Ball

9:00 Fine Art Studio 10:30 Better Balance 11:00 Laff-In 12:30 Duplicate Bridge 1:00 Scrabble 1:00 Poetry Sharing Circle 1:00 Better Balance 1:00 Read and Write

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8:30 Q & N Friday Bridge 9:00 Sculpture Studio 9:00 & 10:15 Muscle Movers 9:00 Share Warmth Club 10:00 Computer Assistance 10:00 Humanities Treasures 10:00 Sewing Bees 12:30 Game Time 1:30 Conversational Yiddish 2:00 Pickle Ball • Tennis Club

Filing Your 2017

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9:00 Best Bridge Ever! 9:00 Tai Chi 9:30 Enhance Your Memory! 10:00 The Lost Worlds of South

America 1:00 Movie Star Favorites:

Tom Hanks

10:00 Overlooked Americans 12:30 Pedro Paramo

by Juan Rulfo 1:00 Jerome Robbins: Master

of Movement 1:00 Men’s Fitness


10:00 Chicago Legal: Leopold and Loeb

1:00 A Wild Ride: A Car Collector’s Story


9:30 Bridge: Supervised Play 10:00 Voyagers 1 and 2:

Venerable Space Travelers 1:00 Bridge: Play of the Hand 1:00 Favorites of N. France 1:00 Men’s Fitness 1:00 Pelvic Organ Prolapse

9:00 Yoga for the Rest of Us 10:00 Artists Workshop 10:30 The Sacred Lote Tree:

The Baha’i Movement 1:00 Thomas Friedman

10:00 The Creation of Evita 1:00 Stampede:

The Gold Rush! 1:30 Photography Club


9:30 Bridge: Supervised Play 10:00 Apple iPhone & iPad Basics 10:00 Wagner’s “Ring Cycle” 1:00 Bridge: Play of the Hand 1:00 Heart Smart 1:00 Mary Todd Lincoln 1:00 Men’s Fitness


10:00 Artists Workshop 10:00 Digital Pictures 10:30 Life is a Journey,

Not a Destination 1:00 Lovers and Couples in Art

9:00 Best Bridge Ever! 9:00 Tai Chi 9:30 Enhance Your Memory!

Memory Training Class 10:00 A Jack Benny

Extravaganza 1:00 Extended Travel

Presentation 1:00 The New Germany


10:00 The Beatles: A Magical History Tour

1:00 A Return to the Great Rule

1:00 Tech-Lovers Club


9:30 Bridge: Supervised Play 9:30 Gone Fishin’ 10:00 Romantic Strings! 1:00 Bridge: Play of the Hand 1:00 Men’s Fitness 1:00 Mobility Devices 1:00 Private Yankee Doodle


10:00 Artists Workshop 10:30 Certified Angus Beef 1:00 Thomas Friedman 1:00 Private Yankee Doodle

9:00 Profits and Pitfalls 10:00 Intermediate French 12:30 A Day at the Oscars 12:30 Pudd’nhead Wilson

by Mark Twain 1:00 Men’s Fitness

9:00 Best Bridge Ever! 9:00 Tai Chi 9:30 Enhance Your Memory! 10:00 Lost Worlds of South

America 1:00 Be Safe Online 1:00 1918, 100 years ago 1:00 Who Gets Grandma’s

Yellow Pie Plate?

10:00 The Beatles: A Magical History Tour

1:00 A Return to the Great Rule

1:30 Photography Club


9:30 Bridge: Supervised Play 10:00 The Great Roads:

Where They All Begin 1:00 Bridge: Play of the Hand 1:00 Men’s Fitness 1:00 Old-Time Radio & the

Great American Songbook


10:00 Artists Workshop 10:30 The Gray Rights

Movement 1:00 Beginning Mah Jongg 1:00 Thomas Friedman

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9:00 Beginning Canasta 10:00 Cartoon Classics 10:00 Intermediate French 12:30 Pudd’nhead Wilson

by Mark Twain 1:00 Georgia O’Keeffe 1:00 Men’s Fitness

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South America

10:00 Overlooked Americans

12:30 Mr. Deeds Goes to Town 1:00 Men’s Fitness 1:00 Reading for a Cozy

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of Independence 1:00 Urinary Incontinence in

Women

9:00 Yoga for the Rest of Us 10:00 Artists Workshop 10:30 Northwestern U. Music

Performance 11:00 Healthy Hands 1:00 Beginning Mah Jongg 1:00 Native Peoples of North

America

9:00 Beginning Canasta 9:30 Chicago Theatre and

Dreihaus Museum Daytrip 10:00 Cartoon Classics 10:00 Intermediate French 1:00 Israel As You Haven’t Yet

Seen

9:00 Best Bridge Ever! 9:00 Tai Chi 10:00 Tech Tips for Leading a

Brain-Healthy Lifestyle 10:00 Japan: A Cultural History 11:00 Healthy Hands 1:00 Chef Demonstration and

Tasting 1:00 1968, 50 Years Ago


9:30 Bridge: Supervised Play 10:00 Gustav Mahler: The Last

of the Great Romantics 1:00 Bridge: Defense 1:00 The Treasures of King Tut

9:00 Yoga for the Rest of Us 10:00 Artists Workshop 10:00 Photography Using an

iPhone or iPad 10:30 Keep a Healthy Heart and

a Fulfilled Life 11:00 Healthy Hands 1:00 Beginning Mah Jongg 1:00 Native Peoples of North

America

9:00 Beginning Canasta 10:00 Intermediate French 10:00 The Future of Jewish

Community 12:30 Lost Horizon 12:30 Playreading with Vivian

Mitchel 1:00 Reading for a Cozy

Afternoon

8:30 Men’s Golf League Breakfast and Tee-Time Lottery

9:00 Best Bridge Ever • Tai Chi 10:00 Japan: A Cultural History 11:00 Healthy Hands 11:00 Maple Syrup Taste and

Tour at Ryerson Woods 1:00 Google Mail, Calendar, etc. 1:00 1993, 25 Years Ago


9:30 Bridge: Supervised Play 1:00 Bridge: Defense 1:00 Dizziness 1:00 The Electoral College:

Should We Keep It?


10:00 Artists Workshop 10:30 What Does Underwriters

Laboratories Really Do? 11:00 Healthy Hands 1:00 Beginning Mah Jongg 1:00 Native Peoples of North

America

9:00 Beginning Canasta 9:00 Profits and Pitfalls 10:00 Intermediate French 10:00 The Future of Jewish

Community 12:30 Little Man, What Now?,

Absent Without Leave, and Enter and Exit

12:30 Playreading w/Vivian Mitchel 1:00 Antoni Gaudi

8:15 Newsies at Fireside Dinner Theatre

9:00 Best Bridge Ever! 9:00 Tai Chi 10:00 Japan: A Cultural History 11:00 Healthy Hands


9:30 Bridge: Supervised Play 10:00 Beauty of Wildflowers 1:00 Bridge: Defense 1:00 Ultimate Power in Iran 1:00 Effective Communication

for Family Caregivers 5:00 Eating Out Group: Lalos

Mexican Restaurant


10:00 Artists Workshop 10:30 The Prizefighter

and The Playwright 11:00 Healthy Hands 1:00 Beginning Mah Jongg 1:00 Native Peoples of North

America

9:00 Beginning Canasta 10:00 Code Breaking at

Bletchley Park 10:00 Intermediate French 12:30 Little Man, What Now?,


12:30 Playreading w/Vivian Mitchel 1:00 The Holocaust in Film:

Taking Sides

9:00 Best Bridge Ever! 9:00 Tai Chi 10:00 Japan: A Cultural History 11:00 Healthy Hands 1:00 George Gershwin


1:00 Barre Essentials 1:00 North Shore Harmonizers

10:00 Bob Fosse: Life is a Cabaret

1:00 Barcelona Beyond Gaudi 1:00 Barre Essentials 1:30 Photography Club


10:00 Water: Science of a Human Right

1:00 Barre Essentials 1:00 Six British Comedies 1:00 Tech-Lovers Club

10:00 Pearl Harbor: A Day of Infamy

1:00 Barre Essentials 1:00 Six British Comedies 1:30 Photography Club


1:00 Barre Essentials

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9:30 Bridge: Supervised Play 1:00 Bridge: Defense 1:00 Jacqueline Bouvier

Kennedy Onassis


9:30 Bridge: Supervised Play 10:00 Playing with Paint:

Learn to Paint 10:00 Rachmaninoff and

Stravinsky 1:00 Bridge: Defense 1:00 Historical Beauty of

Eastern France


9:30 Bridge: Supervised Play 10:00 Chicago in the 1950s 10:00 Playing with Paint:

Learn to Paint 1:00 Bridge: Defense 1:00 Functional Fitness 1:00 Saturn: Ringed World


9:30 Bridge: Supervised Play 10:00 Climate Change and

America’s Forests 10:00 Playing with Paint 1:00 Louisa May Alcott 1:00 Bridge: Defense 5:00 Eating Out Group:

Demetri’s Restaurant

9:00 Yoga for the Rest of Us 10:00 Artists Workshop 10:30 Perpetrators of Disabled

and Elder Abuse 11:00 Healthy Hands 1:00 Native Peoples of North

America


10:00 Artists Workshop 10:00 Apps for Your Smart

Devices 10:30 Crime Prevention 11:00 Healthy Hands 1:00 Our 10 Worst Former

Presidents


10:30 War in the Pacific 11:00 Healthy Hands 1:00 Our 10 Worst Former

Presidents


10:00 Electronics Recycling and Document Shredding

10:30 What Made Abt Electronics So Successful

11:00 Healthy Hands

9:00 Beginning Canasta 10:00 Intermediate French 10:00 Paris: Pleasure Capital of

the World 12:30 Little Man, What Now?,


12:30 Playreading w/Vivian Mitchel 1:00 Jews and Modern Art

10:00 Intermediate French 12:30 Mr. Smith Goes to

Washington 12:30 Playreading with Vivian

Mitchel 1:00 Reading for a Cozy

Afternoon

9:00 Profits and Pitfalls 10:00 Intermediate French 12:30 Amongst Women 1:00 George Washington’s

Greatest Wartime Triumph 3:00 Gone Fishin’

11:30 Home Security and Safety

12:30 Amongst Women by John McGahern

1:00 The CSI Phenomenon: Forensics and Television

9:00 Best Bridge Ever! 9:00 Tai Chi 10:00 Japan: A Cultural History 11:00 Healthy Hands 1:00 Irving Berlin 1:00 Housing: Been There,

Done That, Now What? 1:00 Introduction to Facebook

and Twitter

9:00 Best Bridge Ever! 9:00 Tai Chi 10:00 Chopin’s Piano Concerto

#1 11:00 Healthy Hands 1:00 Cole Porter

9:00 Best Bridge Ever! 9:00 Tai Chi 10:00 The Berlin Airlift,

70th Anniversary 11:00 Healthy Hands 1:00 Richard Rodgers 1:00 Watch Videos Online

9:00 A Day in the Studio 9:00 Best Bridge Ever! 9:00 Tai Chi 10:00 The Funny Side:

The Value of Humor 11:00 Healthy Hands 11:00 Walk on Wildflower Side 1:00 Central America: Social

Upheaval and Immigration

10:00 19th Century Chicago: Architectural Innovation

1:00 Barre Essentials 1:00 The Best of the Best

8:45 Milwaukee Art Museum: Art in Bloom


10:00 19th Century Chicago 1:00 Barre Essentials 1:00 Six Wives of Henry VIII 1:30 Photography Club


11:30 Unforgettable! Luncheon and Performance

1:00 Barre Essentials 1:00 Tech-Lovers Club

1:00 Barre Essentials 1:30 Photography Club

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Membership FormLast Name _________________________________________ First Name _______________________________________

Address ___________________________________________________________________________________________

City ______________________________________________________________ State ______ Zip ________________

E-mail ____________________________________________________ Phone ___________________________________

Birth Date ____ /____ /________ Gender Male Female

Please send completed Membership Form and payment to: Lifelong Learning at North Shore Senior Center, 161 Northfield Road, Northfield, IL 60093

Cash

Check # ____________ (Payable to North Shore Senior Center)

Credit Card: (Circle One) Visa Mastercard

Card # _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________

Exp. Date _______ / _______ / _______ V-Code ____________

(Last 3 numbers on back)

Signature ____________________________________________________________

Membership $ _______

Donation $ _______

TOTAL $ _______

PAYMENT INFORMATION If you would like to make a donation in addition to your membership purchase, please note it below. Memberships are non-returnable and non-transferable.

New Membership Renewal Today’s Date ____ /____ /________

Membership Benefits• Discounts on all our classes, activities, daytrips, and events

at any locations• Participation in members-only groups and activities • Discounted Fitness Center membership fees

• Use of the Lending Library, Technology Learning Center, and Art Studios

• Early registration privileges• Invitations to special events and presentations

One-Year Membership Options (choose one)

Individual: $80 Couple: $150

If purchasing a Couple Membership, please complete the following information for the second member:

Last Name _________________________________________ First Name _______________________________________

E-mail ____________________________________________________ Phone ___________________________________

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North Shore Senior Center is the area’s premier organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults through engaging programs, exciting activities, wellness opportunities, current information, and access to resources. Join this group of active adults from across the northern suburbs who want to take part in opportunities to live longer, happier, healthier lives.

When you become a member, you can enjoy all that North Shore Senior Center has to offer, and receive the benefits of membership.

Benefits of Membership

• $70 individual; $130 household of two

• Discounts on all our classes, activities, daytrips, and events at all of our locations

• Participation in members-only groups and activities at all our locations

• Discounted Fitness Center membership fees

• Use of the Library, Computer Center, and Art Studios

• Early registration privileges

Membership InformationHow to Join the North Shore Senior Center

To become a member, simply complete the Membership Enrollment Form in this catalog, and return it with your payment for the annual dues to:

North Shore Senior Center Membership Arthur C. Nielsen Jr. Campus 161 Northfield Road Northfield, IL 60093

You will receive a Membership Card and information about the Center.

Memberships are non-returnable and non-transferable.

No one is excluded because of inability to pay. Scholarships are available for qualified individuals. Please contact Lifelong Learning at 847.784.6030 for more information about our scholarship program.

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Lifelong Learning Registration FormDate____/____/____ New Member_____ Membership Expiration Date_____/_____/_____

Name (First, Last) _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Address _________________________________________________ Apt. No. ________ City ________________________________________________ State____ Zip_______

Phone # ( ) _____________________________________________________ E-mail Address __________________________________________________________

CLASS ID # PROGRAM TITLE DATE(S) FEE

TOTAL:

Please note – this form is not a confirmation of registration. You will receive a confirmation once your registration has been processed by the Lifelong Learning staff.

Waiver of Liability: I hereby release the North Shore Senior Center, its officers, directors, board members, employees and volunteers from any and all liability with respect to NSSC program activity and the arrangements for classes, trips, and other enrichment opportunities.

Cancellation & Refund Policy: NSSC gives a full refund when the Center cancels a program. An electronic voucher in the full amount will be issued. No refunds are given to a request made on or after program start date.

Payment Information (Method of Payment): Cash Paid $__________ Check #_________ Payable to North Shore Senior Center

member registration

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Expiration Date _______/_______ V-Code (________)

PRINT NAME AS IT APPEARS ON CARD

SIGNATURE (PAYMENT, WAIVER, AND ACCEPTANCE OF REFUND POLICY)

For Office Use Only Rec’d.___________ Processed___________ Date Processed ________

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Lifelong Learning Registration FormDate____/____/____ New Member_____ Membership Expiration Date_____/_____/_____

Name (First, Last) _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Address _________________________________________________ Apt. No. ________ City ________________________________________________ State____ Zip_______

Phone # ( ) _____________________________________________________ E-mail Address __________________________________________________________

CLASS ID # PROGRAM TITLE DATE(S) FEE

TOTAL:

Please note – this form is not a confirmation of registration. You will receive a confirmation once your registration has been processed by the Lifelong Learning staff.

Waiver of Liability: I hereby release the North Shore Senior Center, its officers, directors, board members, employees and volunteers from any and all liability with respect to NSSC program activity and the arrangements for classes, trips, and other enrichment opportunities.

Cancellation & Refund Policy: NSSC gives a full refund when the Center cancels a program. An electronic voucher in the full amount will be issued. No refunds are given to a request made on or after program start date.

Payment Information (Method of Payment): Cash Paid $__________ Check #_________ Payable to North Shore Senior Center

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Registration Policy

Participation in North Shore Senior Center’s programs is open to all adults. Registration is required for participation in all programs, with the only exception of Men’s Club and Duplicate Bridge. Payment is due at the time of registration. Registrations are nontransferable. Participants are encouraged to register early, as programs with insufficient registration will be cancelled.

How to register

Mail a completed registration form with payment to North Shore Senior Center. One form for each individual registering.

Online at www.nssc.org

Telephone Lifelong Learning at 847.784.6030 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Walk in to register in Lifelong Learning from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Wait Lists

When a class reaches its maximum limit, a Wait List is started. If there is a cancellation and a vacancy becomes available, calls will be placed to those on the Wait List in the order in which they were received. On the day of the program, walk-ins will not be admitted to the program if there is a Wait List.

Confirmations

Confirmation receipts are sent via email once the registration form is processed. If we do not have your email on file, your confirmation will be sent USPS.

Cancellation Policy

Courses cancelled by North Shore Senior Center due to low enrollment, inclement weather, or other conditions will be refunded automatically and in full.

Registration InformationClass Refund Policy

You may cancel your enrollment in a class, activity, or event prior to the program’s start date and request a refund. Registrations are non-transferable. An electronic voucher will be issued for the full registration amount to be used toward program fees, valid for 12 months after issued. If you prefer to receive your money back, the registration fee minus a $5 processing fee will be issued in the form you originally paid. Registration fees are nonrefundable on or after a program start date. North Shore Senior Center cannot refund fees requested on or after start date of a program, or for sessions missed due to personal illness or other personal situations.

Day Trips Cancellation & Refund Policy

Request for refund when cancelling a daytrip registration must be done 6 weeks prior to the day of the trip. A full refund in the form of an electronic voucher will be issued to be used toward program fees, valid for 12 months after issued. If you prefer to receive your money back, a refund minus a $10 processing fee will be issued. North Shore Senior Center cannot issue refunds for requests made after 6 weeks prior, unless your spot is filled by another registration.

Skills-Based Classes

Participation in skills-based classes may be dependent a upon a participant’s skills level, as determined at the discretion of the instructor or any noted prerequisites.

Standards of Behavior

In order to provide a safe, supportive, and enjoyable environment for our members, volunteers, guests, and staff, North Shore Senior Center has adopted Standards of Behavior. The Standards of Behavior are available in Lifelong Learning.

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North Shore Senior Center Lifelong Learning 847.784.6030 [email protected] www.nssc.org

Program Location: Arthur C. Nielsen, Jr. Campus 161 Northfield Road Northfield, IL 60093 847.784.6000

Lifelong Learning StaffMeet the Lifelong Learning Staff, here to help you!

Mary Staackmann Director 847.784.6030 [email protected]

Registration and Operations Staff

Glenna Stanley Registrar 847.784.6031 [email protected]

Volunteers

Many, many dedicated volunteers that help in the office and with our programs!

Mission

The mission of the North Shore Senior Center is to foster the independence and well-being of older adults, enhance their dignity and self-respect, and promote their participation in and contribution toward all aspects of community life.

In serving that mission, the Lifelong Learning department offers a variety of educational, social, recreational, wellness, and enrichment opportunities for you to enjoy!

Program Staff

Rose Carroll Associate Director, Arts & Crafts programs 847.784.6035 [email protected]

Teri Ruiz Program Manager, Enrichment & Wellness 847.784.6034 [email protected]

Vivian Mitchel Program Manager, Travel & Enrichment 847.784.6092 [email protected]

Joan Waxman Program Manager, Education programs 847.784.6002 [email protected]

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Index19th Century Chicago: Architectural Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7A Day at the Oscars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14A Day in the Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5A Divine Heritage: Romanesque and Gothic Masterpieces of France . . . . . 7A Jack Benny Extravaganza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12A Return to the “Great Rule”: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A Wild Ride: A Car Collector’s Story . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23AARP Smart Driver Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Alan Watts: Psychotherapy East and West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19America on the World Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9American Politics and Current Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Amongst Women by John McGahern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20An Afternoon with Louisa May Alcott . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Android Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Antoni Gaudi: Unique Spanish Modernist Architect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Apple iPhone and iPad Advanced Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Apple iPhone and iPad Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Art of the Reformation Age . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Artists Workshop: Working in Color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Barcelona Beyond Gaudi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Barre Essentials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Be Safe Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Beginning Canasta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Beginning Mah Jongg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Best Bridge Ever! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Better Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Bob Fosse: Life is a Cabaret . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Brain Fitness: Tech Tips for Leading a Brain-Healthy Lifestyle . . . . . . . . . 36Bridge: Defense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Bridge: Play of the Hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Bridge: Supervised Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Cartoon Classics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Central America: Social Upheaval and Immigration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Chef Demonstration and Tasting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Chicago in the 1950s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Chicago Legal: Jon Burge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Chicago Legal: Leopold and Loeb Revisited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16China, Russia, and the United States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Chopin’s Piano Concerto #1: Expression of a Youthful Genius . . . . . . . . . 22Climate Change and America’s Forests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Code Breaking at Bletchley Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Computer and Technology Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Conversational Yiddish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Digital Pictures: What Do I Do With Them? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Dizziness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Duplicate Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Eating Out Group: Demetri’s Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Eating Out Group: Lalos Mexican Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Effective Communication for Family Caregivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Electronics Recycling and Document Shredding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Elvis: The Actor and the Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Enhance Your Memory! Memory Training Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Exercise and Parkinson’s Disease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Explore Photography Using an iPhone or iPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Extended Travel Presentation with Fancy Free Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Favorites of Northern France . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Feelin’ Groovy with the North Shore Harmonizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Filing Your 2017 Income Tax Returns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Fun and Informative Apps for Your Smart Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Functional Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Game Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Gentle Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38George Washington’s Greatest Wartime Triumph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Georgia O’Keeffe: The Inspiration of Nature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Goldenaires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Gone Fishin’ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Google Mail, Calendar, Contacts, and Docs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Great Broadway Composers: Cole Porter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Great Broadway Composers: George Gershwin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Great Broadway Composers: Irving Berlin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Great Broadway Composers: Richard Rodgers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Great Decisions in Foreign Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Gustav Mahler: The Last of the Great Romantics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Healthy Hands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Heart Smart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40History in Perspective: 1918, 100 years ago . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18History in Perspective: 1943, 75 Years Ago . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18History in Perspective: 1968, 50 Years Ago . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18History in Perspective: 1993, 25 Years Ago . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Home Security and Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Housing: Been There, Done That, Now What? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34How to Be a Friend to Someone With a Serious Illness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40How Your Home Can Serve as a Strategic Asset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Humanities Treasures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Intermediate French . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Introduction to Facebook and Twitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Israel Behind the Headlines: In Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8It.Happened.One.Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Japan: A Cultural History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Jazz Forum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Jerome Robbins: Master of Movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Jews and Modern Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Knitting Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Laff-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43“Let’s Face the Music”: Jews and Making American Music . . . . . . . . . . 21Little.Man,.What.Now?,.Absent.Without.Leave,.and Enter.and.Exit . . . . . 20Looking for the Funny Side: The Value of Humor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Lost.Horizon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Lovers and Couples in Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Maple Syrup Taste and Tour at Ryerson Woods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Mary Todd Lincoln: A Widow Forgotten . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Medicare Update 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Men’s Club Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Men’s Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Men’s Golf League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Men’s Golf League Breakfast and Tee-Time Lottery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Milwaukee Art Museum: Art in Bloom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Mobility Assistive Devices for People on the Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Mother Nature’s Greatest Hits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Movie Star Favorites: Cary Grant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Movie Star Favorites: Elizabeth Taylor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Movie Star Favorites: Marilyn Monroe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Movie Star Favorites: Tom Hanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Mr ..Deeds.Goes.to.Town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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