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Elm Leaves welcomes items for the Community Calendar as well as items for Business Briefs, Campus News, Community Briefs, School Digest and Newsmakers. Items must be received a minimum of 14 days prior to publication, but earlier is better. E-mail items to oakpark@pioneerlocal.com; fax to (708) 383-3678; or mail to: Pioneer Press, 1010 Lake St., Suite 104, Oak Park IL 60301. Benefits

Annual Parenthesis House Walk: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 30. Tour 10 newly-renovated Oak Park and River Forest kitchens. Tickets: $40 at www.kitchenwalk; Buzz Cafe, 905 S. Lombard Ave., Oak Park; Flavour Cooking School, 7401 Madison St., Forest Park; Magic Tree Bookstore, 141 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park; Marion Street Cheese Market, 100 S. Marion St., Oak Park; Rave Wines, 1114 Chicago Ave., Oak Park; and Tulipia Floral Design, 7617 W. Lake St., River Forest; $45 the day of walk. Bonnie Andorka, Development Director, Parenthesis Family Center, 405 S. Euclid Ave., Oak Park, (708) 848-2227; BAndorka@parenthesis-info.org.

Last April After Hours at Wright's Robie House: 5-8 p.m. April 29. Live music, open bar, light hors d'oeuvres at Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House, 5757 S. Woodlawn Ave., on the University of Chicago campus. Advanced tickets highly recommended; walk-ins welcome. Admission: $30 for Preservation Trust members; $35 nonmembers at GoWright.org.

Events Benefiting West Suburban PADS: Coming up: Hunger Walk-a-thon West CROP Walk: 1:15 p.m. registration, 2 p.m. step off May 1 at Pilgrim Church, 460 Lake St., in Oak Park. Donations always welcome. Mail to: West Suburban PADS, 1851 S. Ninth Ave., Maywood, IL 60153.

Make-A-Wish Foundation "Wish Ball": May 21 at UIC Forum with celebrity host Dennis Miller and celebrity emcee Richard Roeper to celebrate 25th anniversary. The annual black tie gala helps generate revenue to support wishes granted to Illinois children with life-threatening medical conditions. Tickets are $500 per person or $5,000 per table of 10 and include cocktails, dinner, dancing, a raffle and live and silent auctions. Premium tables can be reserved for $10,000. Call (312) 602-WISH (9474) or visit www.wishes.org.

National Ovarian Cancer Coalition Walk: 8:30 a.m. registration begins; 10 a.m. walk begins May 7 at Diversey Harbor in Chicago. The 14th annual "Walk to Break the Silence" on ovarian cancer is the largest fundraiser and awareness event for NOCC. Cost: $20. Barbara Rudzin (708) 763-8477.

Oak Park Tennis Center Annual Fundraiser: April 30 at OPTC Past President Rich Schuler's home. Includes live band and online auction. Items valued at more than $50,000 available at online bidding and the event where the live auction will open with the highest online bids. info@oakparktennis.com; (708) 366-9652.

Pancake Breakfast, Bake Sale, Bazaar: 8-11:30 a.m. May 7 at First United Methodist Church of Oak Park, 324 Oak Park Ave. Hosted by the men's and women's groups of the church. Proceeds from this semi-annual fundraiser support various local and global missions such as Methodist Youth Services, which provides services to homeless, abused or neglected youth. Homemade cakes, cookies, pies, breads and soups for sale; large selection of gently used books and small household items; wide variety of handmade items by the church's craft group. Tickets: $6 for adults; $3 for children under 12; free for children under 5. For more information, call the church office at (708) 383-4983 or churchoffice@firstUMCoakpark.org.

Spaghetti Supper and Square Dance: 5-8 p.m. (dinner 5 p.m.) April 26 at Bethany Lutheran Church, Parish Hall, 1701 N. Narragansett Ave., Chicago. Tickets: $10 in advance. Audrey Noftz (773) 589-0163; reserve tickets audreynoftz@yahoo.com.

Spring Car Show: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 30 at 3020 76th Court, Elmwood Park. Third annual St. Celestine Men's Club benefit. All antique, classic, muscle cars, trucks, hot rods and car clubs welcome; $10 donation per car. Limited vendor space. Call Joe (708) 768-3876. Trophies for Best of Show; first, second and third stock and first, second and third modified. Participant/spectator judging. Sponsored by the Riverview Cruisers Car Club; riverviewcruisers.com. Coffee/rolls/food/drinks available; raffle; 50/50 drawing. Rain Date: May 14.

Tolton Center Fundraiser: 6-9 p.m. May 5 at Unity Temple, 875 Lake St., Oak Park. The Tolton Center offers family literacy education to adults who want to earn their GED and those who are learning English as a second language. It also provides early childhood education to their children. Tickets: $40 at the door includes snacks and beverages, live entertainment, guided tours, trivia contest, raffle and silent auction. Call (708) 524-1766 or (312) 746-7742; tolton-center.blog.com. Send donations to Mary Ellen Lesniak, 1101 N. Humphrey, Oak Park, IL 60302; or call her (708) 565-9401 if you would prefer the donation picked up; e-mail maryellenlesniak@hotmail.com. Clubs

Model Railroad Club Open House: 12:01-5 p.m. May 7 at its clubroom in the lower level of the Dole Learning Center, 255 Augusta, Oak Park to see HO model railroad club action. The club is completing the first two levels of its new multi-level model railroad. Trains will be operating during the open house, including Thomas. Operate engines in one of the classification yards or on the kids' and friends' layout. OPSME models a railroad running from Chicago west to Iowa. When completed it will have three levels of operation. The first level is a staging area with several yards; the second level represents Illinois, including an Oak Park scene; and the top level represents the track through Iowa. The club uses Digital Command Control and is also incorporating several updated modeling techniques -- computer dispatching control, helices, lightweight materials, lighting effects and more. Call Henry Kranz, (708) 848-5716.

The Red Hat Society Royal Wedding Banquet: 5 p.m. April 29 at the Allegra Banquets, 4200 River Road, Schiller Park. Several local chapters of The Red Hat Society will be celebrating the Royal Wedding of Prince William and Lady Katherine with a banquet on this side of the pond. Their invitations must have been "lost at sea" but they won't stop these ladies in celebrating this occasion. If there are any ladies that have always wanted to join The Red Hat Society and were not sure how to do that, come to the Royal Wedding celebration. Cost of the event is $22 per person. Barbara Lesiak (708) 452-5141; redhatqueenbarb@att.net. The Red Hat Society is strictly a women's social group now in its 13th year.

West Suburban Artists Guild: 7:30 p.m. half-hour social time; 8 p.m. program, Fridays, September through June, in Building J (next to the Cernan Space Center Building) on the campus of Triton College, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove. These programs are open to the public at no charge except for materials participants may wish to purchase at a make-and-take event. Light refreshments served. Marge Zwadlo, third vice president, Exhibits and Publicity, (708) 209-1093; www.westsuburbanartistsguild.org. Et cetera

Donate Leftover Garage Sale Items: After a garage sale you may wonder what to do with all the remaining items. A donation to one of the following charities is a good way to dispose of them: Salvation Army, (708) 848-1181, Purple Hearts, (708) 396-8995 or AmVets, (708) 388-7800. All you need to do is contact the agency, put your items in boxes or big bags and they will come to your home to get them.

Electronics Recycling: 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday at Northlake Public Works, 100 W. Palmer. Items accepted: Computer equipment, printers, telephones, answering machines, cell phones, fax machines, TVs, VCRs, stereo equipment, software, disks, CDs and tapes. Items not accepted: Refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers, washing machines, air conditioners, microwaves and oversized copiers. There is a fee of $5 for each television and monitor collected. Call (708) 562-0966.

Heartland Blood Centers: Need O-negative and B-negative blood. Donors can schedule a time to give by calling 1(800) 7 TO GIVE; heartlandbc.org for listings of blood drives in the community and listings of Heartland's 16 center locations. To be a blood donor, individuals must be at least 17 years old (or 16 with written parental permission); weigh at least 110 pounds; be symptom free of cold, flu and allergies; and be in general good health. Donors who have traveled outside the United States within the past 12 months should contact Heartland at 1 (800) 786-4483 to determine eligibility. Heartland is continually looking for community organizations, companies, schools and churches to sponsor blood drives. Sometimes, it's just an individual who may have a family or friend receiving blood products that steps forward to hold a blood drive to help replenish the blood supply. Hosting a blood drive or just donating a pint of blood is a great way to give back to your community. Heartland provides all the printed publicity and helpful tools to groups or individuals hosting blood drives; a marketing representative is with you every step of the way. For contact information on the marketing rep in your area, www.heartlandbc.org, click on "Holding A Blood Drive" then "Contact Your Rep."

Whole Foods Market, 7245 Lake St., River Forest: Upcoming events: Gluten Free Tour & Tasting: 7 p.m. April 29 with Lee Tobin, head of the Whole Foods Market Gluten Free Bake House as he's in town for the Gluten & Allergen Free Expo. He will share the inside track on new products, trends in the market place as well as share delicious samples and recipe ideas. Free. Registration required. Call (708) 366-1045 or e-mail lauren.white@wholefoods.com. Also: Moms' Night Out in Whole Body: 6-8 p.m. May 5. Spa night for moms' pampering with skincare, vitamin and holistic health experts. Wine, chocolates and a chance to win a gift basket full of Whole Body prizes will round out the evening. No registration is necessary. Call (708) 366-1045, Ext. 126 or e-mail julia.evans@wholefoods.com. Gathering

Polka Party: Noon- 2 p.m. April 29. Paczkies and punch served. Paczkies are traditional deep fried pastries something like jelly doughnuts. Joe Walega's Happy Hearts will supply the music for lively polkas. This polka orchestra has several CDs to its credit and has been seen at Taste of Chicago on Ethnic Day. In addition, a live broadcast on WPNA 1490 AM with Jerry Obrecki will take place from the party. WPNA broadcasts mostly Polish language programming to the Chicago area from the top of the Oak Park Arms. Health Notes

Early Birds' Boot Camp: 6-7 a.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays at Grace Church, 924 W. Lake St., Oak Park. Variety exercise program. Cost: $138 four weeks, start anytime, pre-registration required. Nancy Trock (708) 699-GOOD (4663); e-mail ntrockster@earthlink.net.

Free Community Yoga and Meditation: 4:30-5:30 p.m. yoga; 5:45-6:15 p.m. meditation, Sundays at Yoga Trek, 911 S. Lombard Ave., Oak Park. No prior experience necessary. (708) 660-0868; www.yogatrekcenter.com.

Free Flu Shots for Armed Forces Vets: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday, Room 1458, first floor of Damen Pavilion at VA Medical Center, 820 S. Damen Ave., Chicago. Protects against both seasonal flu and the H1N1 virus (swine flu). All veterans eligible. (312) 569-6402.

Pilates Class: 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays at Grace Lutheran Church, 2700 N. Harlem Ave., Elmwood Park. Six-week session. Start any time. All levels of experience welcome. Fee: $45. Kathy (708) 453-4897.

Polish National Alliance Health and Wellness Seminar: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. May 14. Asthma and emphysema testing at the Home Office Building at 6100 N. Cicero Ave., Chicago. Also screenings for spirometry (breathing testing), blood oxygen levels, Alpha 1 antitrypsin testing, EKG, BMI, glucose, cholesterol, body fat composition and blood pressure testing. Free. Screenings done by TTI Medical training. Lectures begin at 11 a.m. featuring physicians Anna Szpindor, Marta Batus, and dentist Dorothy Anasinski and Grazyna Telichowski, registerd respiratory therapist. Their topics will cover the featured topics of "Asthma" and "Emphysema." Reservations are required for the spirometry and smoking cessation. Call (773) 286-0500, Ext. 380; PNA website www.pna-znp.org.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly): Weekly meetings offer programs about nutrition, exercise, wellness and more. Chapters provide ongoing support and encouragement to members no matter where they are in their weight loss journey. To find a local chapter, visit www.tops.org; (800) 932-8677.

Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program: Free pelvic exams and Pap tests along with mammography and breast exams offered to uninsured women in Illinois, regardless of income. (888) 522-1282; www.cancerscreening.illinois.gov.

Laughter Yoga Club of Oak Park: 7 p.m. May 10 at Mills Park Tower, 1025 Pleasant Place, Oak Park. Fee free and contortion free. David Kelm (708) 975-9300; e-mail david1945@aol.com; www.laughteryoga.org.

Nordic Walking Boot Camp: 7 p.m. four Mondays, starts May 2. Pace depends on participants. Preregister. Fee: $44 (Attend all four of these workouts and get a $14 rebate.) Meet at main Oak Park library, but this can change by group consensus. Visit www.ideafit.com/profile/nancy-trock; Nancy Trock CPT NCCA, Functional Health + Wellness, 1042 Pleasant St., Oak Park; (708) 699-4663 or Ntrockster@earthlink.net. Also offering Personal Training; Pilates; Self-Defense; Early Birds' Boot Camp..

Overeaters Anonymous: 9 a.m. Saturdays, Grace Lutheran Church, 7300 Division, River Forest. No weigh-ins, dues or fees. For other meeting times, locations visit oa.org or call Kathleen (708) 346-0000.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), is a powerful, nonprofit, noncommercial weight loss support and wellness education organization with thousands of associate chapters in the United States and Canada. Weekly meetings offer programs about nutrition, exercise, wellness and more. Chapters provide ongoing support and encouragement to members no matter where they are in their weight loss journey. To find a local chapter, visit www.tops.org or call (800) 932-8677.

Zen Life & Meditation Center Primer 1 Class: 7-8:30 p.m. May 3. Also: Appreciation Day: 5-8 p.m. May 4. Also: Fridays with Roshi: 7-8:30 p.m. May 6. Also: Spring Concert: 2-4 p.m. May 8. All events at 163 N. Humphrey Ave., Oak Park. RSVP by May 2 at (708) 445-1651; www.zlmc.org/1-year-anniversary.html. Here's Help

Al-Anon Serenity Stop: 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Grace Lutheran Church, 2700 N. Harlem Ave., Elmwood Park. Enter through basement back door. Call Tom (708) 452-4252; www.niafg.org.

Joyful Again! A Widowed Ministry: 8:45 a.m.-7:30 p.m. June 11 and 8:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m. June 12 at the St. Julie Billiart Parish, Tinley Park. This is a two-day program for widows and widowers who want to resolve the grief they feel inside and begin to live again after the death of their spouse. Anyone who has lost a spouse through death, both men and women (all ages) is welcome to attend, even if it has been years since the death. Those widowed less than four months are not encouraged to attend since the loss is still too fresh in their minds and hearts. Though there is a religious basis to the presentations, persons of any religious affiliation are welcome to attend. Cost: $75 all meals included. (708) 354-7211; joyfulagain@att.net; www.joyfulagain.org. Early registration encouraged. Kids' Stuff

"The Adventures of Pinocchio': 7 p.m. May 6 and 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. May 7 at the Nineteenth Century Club, 178 Forest Ave., Oak Park. Come see the opera stars of the future performing with the opera stars of today. Experience the magic of the beloved classic tale in Chicago Folk Operetta's new Children's Operetta Workshop production. Tickets: $10 children; $15 adults; $12 for seniors. Street parking. Tickets available at www.chicagofolksoperetta.org or by calling (708) 383-2742. This show will captivate young and old alike as it follows the mischievous marionette Pinocchio on his many adventures to become a real boy. Featuring 35 Chicago area students, ages 5-14, as well as professional singers from the Lyric Opera of Chicago and the Chicago Symphony choruses. Appropriate for children of all ages. Visit www.chicagofolksoperetta.org.

Auditions for "Oliver!" with Tuesdays Child: 5-9 p.m. May 2-3 at Grace Lutheran Church in River Forest, 7300 Division St., River Forest. Tuesday's Child is a drama group based at Grace Church. The show, with music and lyrics by Lionel Bart, is based on Charles Dickens' novel, Oliver Twist. There are parts available for boys and girls age 9-13, for teens and for adults of all ages. Performances will be July 15-17 and 22-24. Be prepared to sing and read from the script. Call Gwen Gotsch for more gwengotsch@gmail.com; (708) 524-8795; www.graceriverforest.org; (708) 366-6900.

Triton College Kindergarten: Full-day Kindergarten Program in Room G-110, in the Health Careers Building on the west side of Triton's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove. The goal of the program is to facilitate children's growth in all areas of development while fostering each child's positive self-esteem. The National Association for the Education of Young Children emphasizes that children who engage in learning experiences under the guidance of qualified teachers increase their potential for optimum development and their disposition for learning. Triton accomplishes these objectives through the provision, extension and expansion of play and projects that are meaningful and self-motivating. Kindergarten classes are held from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Children of Triton community residents, students and employees are welcome. All students must be 5 years of age by Sept. 1, for the Kindergarten Program. Call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3209.

Unity Temple Summer Camps: Register now for fee discount on Prairie School Adventures at Unity Temple, 875 Lake St., Oak Park. Prairie School Adventures is a series of fun, interactive, high-quality educational programs for children in grades 2-6. "Printmaking Magic": 9 a.m.-noon July 18-22. Snacks included. Fee: $185 Early Bird (through June 1)/$195 Regular (June 2-July 18). Level: Beginner and Intermediate. Also: "Art Glass, Nature and Wright": 9 a.m.-noon July 25-29. Fee: $165 Early Bird (through June 1)/$175 Regular (June 2-July 25). Level: Beginner. Receive a $5 family discount for each sibling and/or relative registered. Learning

Literacy Volunteers Need Volunteer Tutors: 6-9 p.m. May 17 and 19 and from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 21 at the Berwyn Public Library on 2701 S. Harlem Ave. Literacy Volunteers of Western Cook County is a not-for-profit agency that trains volunteer tutors and matches them with an adult in need of literacy services. No teaching or second language experience is required. LVWCC's comprehensive training will allow you to work with an English as a Second Language, basic reading or GED adult learner. Registration is required. Registration fee $25. Call (708) 848-8499; e-mail info@lvwcc.org or visit the website at www.lvwcc.org.

Musical Instrument Lessons and Ensembles: Triton College offers affordable private lessons on a large variety of instruments -- violin, viola, cello, string bass, flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, percussion, saxophone, classical guitar and jazz/rock piano. You can be a part of any or all of Triton's music ensembles -- concert band, jazz band, rock band, jazz combo, string or guitar ensemble and wind or brass quintet. If interested, call Paul Bhasin, (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3597, e-mail pbhasin@triton.edu. Public Libraries

Elmwood Park Public Library, 1 Conti Parkway. Offers many classes and events for children and adults. Registration required for all programs unless noted. Library is open 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Saturday.; www.elmwoodparklibrary.org or call (708) 453-7645.

Anime Club: 5-7 p.m. Tuesdays in the basement community room. Check out a variety of animes. Popcorn.

Drop-in Storytimes (Ages 2-5): 11-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Enjoy some of your favorite stories. No registration.

Moms and Tots Lap Sit (Ages birth-2): 9:30-10 a.m. Wednesdays. Stories, songs and movement for the very young.

Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5): 10 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays. Stories, songs and activities.

River Grove Public Library, 8638 W. Grand Ave. Registration necessary for all unless otherwise noted. Call Dayna Tucker (708) 453-4484 to register or go to www.rivergrovelibrary.org.

Macy's Museum Passes: Available to adult patrons only. You must have a River Grove Public Library Card.

Wireless Access: Now available. Patrons can bring in their own laptops or use the library's. You must be at least 14 years old and have a valid photo ID. Libraries laptops available on a first-come, first-served basis. Call (708) 453-4484. Our Lady of the Resurrection Our Lady of the Resurrection Medical Center, 5645 W. Addison, Chicago. Advance registration required for all unless otherwise noted. Call (877) 737-4636 or the number given. Free parking available in the parking facility on Addison across the street from hospital.

Diabetes Support Group: 6:30-8 p.m. May 3 in the seventh floor Centennial Conference Center A. These free sessions are tailored for adults who have Type 2 diabetes and focus on the emotional side of diabetes, allowing participants to share coping strategies, feelings and problems in living with diabetes. For further information about the Diabetes Support Group and the Outpatient Diabetes Program, call 773-794-8329.

Prostate Cancer Screening: 8-9 a.m. May 10. This screening for adult males includes a blood draw for a PSA (prostate specific antigen) level. Results will be mailed. Fee: $20.

Free Blood Pressure Screening: 9-10 a.m. May 12. A health care professional will perform screenings and answer questions about blood pressure readings. Registration is not required.

Free Healthy Aging Program: 1-2:30 p.m. May 13 in the seventh floor Centennial Conference Center. Program for individuals aged 55+ consists of social time, health topics and guest lectures. Tour of the Resurrection Retirement Center transportation provided.

Free Lecture "Treatment Options for Multiple Sclerosis": 6-7 p.m. May 18. Neurologist Shilpa Tilwalli will discuss signs, symptoms and treatment options for multiple sclerosis, a debilitating disease that affects the brain and central nervous system, causing reduced or lost bodily function. Free medical education literature provided. Light dinner served.

Free Lecture "Exercise to Help Prevent Strokes": 6-7:30 p.m. May 19. Physical therapist Carrie Stalec will discuss stroke signs and symptoms and offer exercise tips to help prevent strokes. Refreshments served.

Pacemaker/Cardiac Device Support Group: 2-3 p.m. May 25. Free monthly for anyone with or has a loved one with a pacemaker or internal cardiac defibrillator (ICD). Cardiology Services Department staff will conduct the sessions and answer pacemaker or defibrillator-related questions. Sessions aim to provide mutual support and education.

Free Informational Session About Bariatric Surgery: 6-8 p.m. May 25. Bariatric surgeons Alexandra Roginsky and Stoyan Kokocharov will discuss the benefits of bariatric surgery for obese individuals. They will explain available procedures as well as eligibility requirements and will answer questions. For this event only, register by calling VIP-RHC-THIN; (847) 742-8446.

Arthritis Support Group: 1-2:30 p.m. May 26 in the seventh floor Centennial Conference Center. These free sessions aim to provide mutual support and education. Registration is not required.

Families Anonymous: 7:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays in the lower level Cafe Meeting Room. A self-help program for those concerned about the drug or alcohol abuse and related behavior problems of a loved one. Sessions are free. Registration not required.

Grief Counseling: Complimentary 30-minute session given by Donna Marie Desai, LCPC. Counseling for depression, relationship problems, stress management and self-care. Addressing the unique challenges facing gifted adults. Providing free counseling to veterans through GiveanHour.org. Call (708) 344-7712.

Laparoscopic Gastric Band (Lap-band) surgery is being offered at OLR Medical Center to help individuals suffering from obesity. Contact Sherry Chillis-Turner (773) 282-7000, Ext. 4354, or Dr. Tiesenga (708) 456-7874.

"Living a Healthier Lifestyle": 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Friday. Call for appointment. Ongoing program to help heart patients and people concerned with cardiac health develop a healthy lifestyle. Sessions are part of the hospital's cardiopulmonary rehabilitation program. A cardiac stress test, lipid profile, risk factor analysis and diet counseling required to participate. To schedule an appointment call (773) 794-8420. Park Districts

Leyden Township Community Center, 2620 N. Mannheim Road, Franklin Park, just south of Grand Avenue on the west side of Mannheim Road next to the Leyden Township Fire Station; www.leydentownship.com; (847) 451-5144. Registration required for all unless otherwise stated. You must register at least seven days prior to the start date of the class. Fees listed: In District/Out of District.

Special Events

Community Garage Sale and Craft Fair: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 14. Shoppers admitted free. Spaces are $10. Table rentals are $5.

2011 Summer Camp (Ages 6-13): 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 11-Aug. 12, five weeks. Fee: $300. Extended care available. Call.

Children's Programs

Fun and Games (Ages 3-5): 2-3 p.m. Tuesdays through June 28. Fee: $15/$20.

Tee-Stand Baseball (Ages 6-9): Noon-1 p.m. Saturdays, April 30-May 28; or noon-1 p.m. Saturdays, June 11-July 9. Fee: $49/$51.

Fun for $5 (Ages 5-12): 5:30-7 p.m. May 2 (Plant an Herb Garden). Fee: $5/$7.

Cochiaro's Movie Night (Ages 5-12): 6-8 p.m. May 6. Fee: $5/$7. Kids can enjoy a movie on a big screen projector, eat pizza and have a soft drink, while mom and dad can have two hours for themselves.

It's A Play Date (Parent/Caregivers and child up to age 6): 10-11 a.m. May 7, June 11. Free! Just register prior to each event. This program is held at Westdale Park.

National Day Of (Ages 5-12): 5:30-7:30 p.m. June 1 (Donut Day); June 7 (Chocolate Ice Cream Day). Fee: $5/$7 each day.

Summer Day Camp for Toddlers (Ages: 3, 4 and 5): 9:30-11:30 a.m. Monday-Thursday, June 6-30. Fee: $100/$110.

Indoor Batting Practice (Ages 10-14): 5:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays, June 6-27. Fee: $10/$15.

Shake it, Make it, Bake it and Take it (Ages 3-5): 2-3 p.m. Wednesdays, June 8-29. Fee: $20/$25.

Shake, Rattle and Roll (Ages 3-5): 2-3 p.m. Thursdays, June 9-30. Fee: $20/$25.

Spirit Team (first-, second- and third-graders): 1:15-2:15 p.m. Saturdays, June 11-July 30. Fee: $53/$56.

Cheer Team (Ages 3-5): 10-10:45 a.m. Saturdays, June 11-July 30 (no July 2). Fee: $52/$55.

Dance Team (Ages 4-6): 10:45-11:30 a.m. Saturdays, June 11-July 30 (no July 2). Fee: $52/$55.

Parent and Tot Tumble (Ages 2-3): 12:15-1 p.m. Saturdays, June 11-July 30. Fee: $52/$55.

Baby and Me Tumble (Ages 1-2): 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Saturdays, June 11-July 30. Fee: $48/$51.

Steps Blast Ball (Ages 4-5): 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturdays, June 11-July 9. Fee: $49/$51.

Pee Wee T-Ball w/Parent (Ages 3-4): 10-10:45 a.m. Saturdays, June 11-July 16. Fee: $36/$38.

Playschool (Ages 3, 4, 5): Call for details (847) 455-6633. At Westdale Park.

Adult Programs (Ages 18+)

Knitting and Crochet Club: Noon-3:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. New members welcome. Free.

Thursday Night Volleyball: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, May-September. Fee: $20/$25. Registration is limited to the first 32 members.

State Farm Seminar: 11 a.m.-noon May 2. "Living In Retirement" for those entering retirement years. Free.

Fitness Boot Camp: 9-9:45 a.m. Saturdays, May 7-July 9 or 7-7:45 p.m. Thursdays, May 5-June 30. Fee: $85/$90.

Zumba: 9:30-10 a.m. Wednesdays, May 11-June 29 or 6-7 p.m. or Tuesdays, May 10-June 28. Fee: $40/$46 each session.

Rubber Stamp Club: 6:30-8:30 p.m. May 17. New members welcome. Free.

Cooking and Recipe Club: 6-7 p.m. May 26 (Desserts). Fee: $5/$7.

Walking and Weight Loss Club: 10 -11 a.m. Saturdays, June 4-July 30. Fee: $35/$40.

Toddlers Programs

Senior Programs (Age 55+)

Senior Exercise: 9-10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Free to Leyden Township residents.

Fitness Center

Six-Month Passes, $45/$65; Also: 12-Month Passes, $80/$12; Also: Daily Passes, $5; Also: Senior Monthly, $5/$6. Age: You must be 18+ (14+ with a parent, who is also a member) during workout; Also: Walker, Toddler (under 6 w/adult) Open Gym Passes. Passes are good for one year from date of purchase. Fee: $15/$40; Daily $5, age: 6+.

Boxing Facility Pass: 6-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday. The Club is at Gouin Park on the corner of Fullerton Avenue and Scott Street, Franklin Park. Fee: Call for current prices.

Veterans Park District facilities are in Franklin Park, Melrose Park, Northlake and River Grove. Registration required. Online at veteransparkdistrict.org; In-person, Administration Office, 800 N. 17th Ave., Melrose Park, Multi Sports Complex, 1203 N. 24th Ave., Melrose Park and in Northlake at Grant Park Recreation Center, 44 W. Golfview Drive; by phone (708) 343-5270. Fee: In district/Out of district.

Teen Center (Ages 8-15): 2:45-5:30 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays at Trumbull Park, 2311 N. Leyden, River Grove. Play pool, foosball, ping-pong, watch TV or just hang out with your friends. Free.

After School Care (K-8th): After school-6 p.m. Monday-Friday. Register anytime. Staff pick up children at Roy, Westdale, Whittier, Jane Addams, Melrose and Stevenson schools. Children will be given a snack, work on their homework and have time to play.

Circuit Training: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday at two locations: Multi-Sports Complex, 1203 N. 24th Ave., Melrose Park and the Grant Park Recreation Center, 44 W. Golfview Dr. Same equipment as Curves is used. Monthly rates for adults: $25/$35 Seniors: $20/$35.

Gym Rentals: The gym is available for rentals at the Grant Park Recreation Center, 44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake (sports and recreational purposes). Fees for a half court: $25/$90 per hour full court: $90/$180 per hour. Call for availability.

Hall Rentals: Large halls in Northlake and Melrose Park available for rental (accommodate 300). Rates dependent on attendance. Stop by the Grant Park Recreation Center, 44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake.

Westdale Park, 3045 Sandra Ave., Melrose Park. Facility and Program Manager Robin Remele. Leyden Townships Parks and Recreation. Registration is required for all events unless otherwise stated. Call (847) 455-6633; fax (847) 455-0360.

Community Garage Sale and Craft Fair: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 14. Rain or shine. Admission for shoppers is free. Vendors, call (847) 455-6633 to reserve your space. A 10- x 10-foot space is $10. Bring your own table(s) or rent table(s) at $5 each.

Summer Day Camp, 3-, 4- and 5-year-old Kids: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Monday-Thursday (no camp on Fridays) June 6-30. Fee: $100/$110. Call (847) 455-6633 for more information. REFF

Recover Education for Family (REFF) offers support groups for individuals who misuse, abuse anything or have addictive behaviors and the families who care for them. Groups are sponsored by REFF (Recovery Education For Family organization) a 501c3 organization. Contact Barbara Titone-DeHart, at Recovery Education For Family Organization (708) 536-8775. Confidential voice mail available or reffnews4u@gmail.com.

Family Recovery Education Group: 7 p.m. May 3 at Our Lady of the Resurrection Medical Center, 5645 W. Addison, in the Cafe Meeting Room, Lower Level Cafeteria.Open to the community. Bring friends, family. No registration necessary. Parking, elevator and CTA access.

Family Recovery Coaching Program: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. April 30 in the sixth floor auditorium at Loretto Hospital, 645 S. Central Ave., Chicago. REFF open seminar to share its new Family Recovery Coaching program utilizing the CRAFT (Community Reinforcement and Family Training) model. Help Line (773) 800-1106 confidential voice mail available.

Family Awareness and Connection program: in collaboration REFF supports the family members and friends of incarcerated individuals through the pre- and post-transition home to Illinois communities. REFF provides monthly informational and support groups. For more information on Family Awareness and other re-entry programs contact Dara Lewis (773) 633-1503 or e-mail dlewis1@luc.edu.

Second Annual Dance & Donate: 3-7 p.m. May 15 at VFW Hall, 10 W. Higgins, Park Ridge (off I-90; parking available). REFF second annual fundraiser includes spaghetti and salad dinner; beverages will be sold by VFW; door prizes; raffles and 50/50 raffle. DJ Bill Matthews is sponsoring the music. He will spin your favorite songs from jitterbug and swing to line dancing. Some items that can help make the event a success are marketers, raffle prize sponsors, decorations, food sponsors, paper products, plastic ware, giveaway items. Sponsors receive 1) Ad for your organization or business in the program booklet; 2) A mention in REFF newsletter and sign on a table at the dance. Sponsors so far include: Trattoria Porretta Ristorante & Pizzeria has donated a Gift Certificate; Classic Cinemas has donated four Movie Passes; Lil' Angels Photography is donating a photo shoot; Hands Over Stress Inc. Medical & Wellness Massage has donated a Massage Gift Certificate; Sunflower Day Spa has donated a Gift Certificate for a manicure; Raffia Gifts owner Deb S. is a dance sponsor; chiropractor "Dr. Rick" has donated a TLC Gift of Wellness Certificate that includes exam and massage; A Touch of Class Hair Design has donated a Gift Certificate for a full salon service. REFF is a 501C3 and all donations are tax exempt. To donate or volunteer (708) 536-8775; e-mail reffnews4u@gmail.com. RSVP by May 13. Presale ticket price until May 1: $15 per person; $20 per couple. Buy three tickets get one free. You can donate at the door or via PayPal at website www.reffnews4u.com. Religion Notes

Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass: 3 p.m. Aug. 28 at St John Brebeuf, 8307 N. Harlem Ave., Niles. Couples married in 1961 interested in attending this celebration should contact the parish office to register (708) 453-4800. Although this sounds far away, the deadline to register May 27. Call (312) 534-8351; www.familyministries.org.

Grace Lutheran Church: 9 a.m. Sunday School classes and Adult Bible Study; 9:30 a.m. worship service follows in the church at 2700 N. Harlem Ave., (Harlem and Irving) in Elmwood Park. Mid-week Bible studies at 1 and 7 p.m. Wednesdays.

Women's Bible Study: 9-11 a.m. or 7:30-9 p.m. Thursdays at First Presbyterian Church, 7551 Quick Ave., River Forest. Interdenominational study, this year focusing on the letters of John and James. Donation: $30. Childcare available for the morning session. Info at www.wbs1.wordpress.com. All are welcome. Reunions

St. Giles Elementary School, 1034 Linden, Oak Park: Class of 1980: planning a reunion in the spring. Also: The Class of 1972: planning a reunion for Thanksgiving weekend. The organizers are Marybeth Brennan-Buoniconti, Lori Gagliardo and Sue Canapary. Also: The Class of 1971: planning a 40th reunion. Organizers are Jeanne DeSanto, George Burns, Chris Evon and Mary Mattucci. The Class of 1961 will be inducted and all alumni who have celebrated 50 years or more will be invited. Also: Graduate in '70s or '80s? An informal night out in the neighborhood is being planned, hopefully, in April. If you would like to help plan the event or contact your classmates contact Karen Herman DeMuro, director of development, at sgsalumni@comcast.net. Also: The Lion's Pride Auction: 7-11 p.m. May 7 in St. Giles McDonough Hall. A fun night out for adults. Tickets: $50/person and include beverages and light fare. To receive an invitation or if your biz would like to be a sponsor e-mail development@stgilessschool.org. If you would like to donate to the silent auction, contact Auction Chair Laura Zawacki at laurazawacki@comcast.net. Check out the new online auction: www.biddingforgood.com/lionspride. Bidding open. Also: The tentative date for this year's Golden Lion Society Brunch is Sept. 4. (708) 383-6279.

St. Mary Alumnae Association of St. Mary High School, formerly at 2044 W. Grenshaw, Chicago, is sponsoring an all-class reunion luncheon to benefit the Sisters of Charity, of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Retirement Program, starting with 11:30 a.m. reception followed by 12:30 p.m. lunch served May 1 at the Hilton Oak Lawn, 9333 S. Cicero Ave., Oak Lawn, 2011. All former students, graduates and friends of St. Mary High School and the BVMs are invited. Call Alumnae Office (773) 620-2026.

USS Columbus Veterans Association: Reunion Sept. 21-24 at Sheraton National Hotel, Arlington, Va. All Navy and Marine Corps Shipmates who served on the USS Columbus CA-74/CG-12 from 1944 through 1976 and the USS Columbus (SSN-762) past and present, if you would like to share memories and camaraderie with old friends and make new ones, contact Allen R. Hope, president, 3828 Hobson Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46815-4505; home 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (260) 486-2221 Eastern Time; fax (260) 492-9771; e-mail Hope4391@frontier.com Seniors

ARCC (Active Retired Citizens Club): Noon-2 p.m. May 6 in Room R-211 of the Robert M. Collins Center on Triton College campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove (east side of the campus). The Center for Disability and Elder Law presentation on "Powers of Attorney and Living Wills." Looking for something to do in your retirement? Want to make friends? ARCC is a social club for 55+ who are young at heart and want to expand their social and intellectual lives. Coffee at meetings. Annual dues $10. Call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3896; kfrey@triton.edu.

Encore: Helps retirees establish careers for social or financial purposes. Offers opportunity to try a path with continued income and increased flexibility. Courses offer introduction to small business planning, teaching, updating resumes and Internet skills. Offered by Triton College, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove, (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3500.

Montclare Leyden Seniors: 11 a.m. May 4 at Good Shepherd Church, 7116 N. Palmer, Chicago. Coffee and sweet rolls from Reuter's Bakery served. Everyone 65+ is welcome to join. Need new members. Call Millie (773) 637-0714.

River Grove Senior Citizens Club 55+: Noon, May 2 at the River Grove Community Center, 2621 N. Thatcher Ave. Open to the public. Meetings, cards, bingo, lunches and trips. Call Marianne Sammauro (708) 452-8068.

Senior Care Partners: Free senior community events 9-11 a.m. at the Melrose Park Senior Center, 900 N. 25th Ave. Free refreshments served. Call (866) 763-4580.

Spares Sunday Evening Club Ballroom Dancing/Raffle Calendar: 7:30-10:30 p.m. first and third Sundays. All dances are held at the American Legion, 9757 Pacific Ave., Franklin Park (two blocks west of Belmont and 25th avenues). Polkas, Rumbas, Tangos, Sambas, Cha Chas and ballroom dancer requests. Members pay $8; Guests $9. May 1 - Dick Elliot Band; May 15 - May-time Dance - Chuck and Friends Band; May 30 - Memorial Day Picnic at 6129 Dempster in Morton Grove. Club President Wallace Czeropski (224) 858-4599. Also: Spares Club Dinner Schedule: 4 p.m. nondance Sundays. Guests welcome. Bring adult friends, relatives, neighbors. April 24 - No dinner. Easter Sunday; May 8 - Omega, 9100 W. Golf Road, Niles; May 22 - Silver Stallion, 1275 Lee St., Des Plaines; May 29 - Kappy's, 7200 Dempster and Harlem, Morton Grove. Dinners Director Rosemary Bartley (847) 806-0493. Bowling at Brunswick Lanes. Bowling coordinator, Lavergne (630) 351-1405.

Westdale Senior Club, noon Wednesdays in Northlake's Sandra Vasquez Community Center, 316 LaPorte Ave., in Millennium Park. For 55 and older. Bingo and snacks weekly, food events monthly, special events quarterly. Call (847) 455-7738 or (708) 562-8290. Volunteers

Send News of Volunteer Opportunities: for Community Calendars, to oakpark@pioneerlocal.com or call (708) 524-4417. West Suburban Medical Center

West Suburban Medical Center, 3 Erie Court, Oak Park. Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise stated. To register call (866) 938-7256. West Suburban Medical Center is now a part of Vanguard Healthcare. Visit the website www.reshealth.org for more information about the medical center. River Forest Campus is at 7411 W. Lake St. YMCA

West Cook YMCA, 255 S. Marion St., Oak Park; (708) 383-5200. Interested in volunteering? Call. Registration required unless otherwise stated. Call the YMCA or person listed. Visit opymca.org or stop by the "Y." Fee: Member/Nonmember.

Free Senior Fridays: Age 62+ invited to visit free on Fridays. Swim, walk/jog, use fitness center, play racquetball, much more.

Tutoring Program for Youth: The West Cook Y provides tutoring services for the development of all youth in kindergarten through 12 grade. Tutoring sessions are available in 30-minute (recommended for grades K-3) and 60-minute (recommended for grades 3-12) sessions. Fee: $8 per 30-minute session/$14 per 60-minute session; $10 per 30-minute session/$18 per 60-minute session for nonmembers. Katrina Brundage (708) 434-0231; kbrundage@westcookymca.org.

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