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TYLER - It's a years-old debate, and one not likely to be settled today. But the question remains... do religious references have a place in public school? And do students lose something when we take them out?

If you haven't thought about it, time is running out. Because in March, the State Board of Education will answer questions like these: Can we talk about the religious beliefs of our Founding Fathers... or mention them in social studies textbooks?

Dr. Alisa White is the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Texas at Tyler.

White says, "I think students are always shortchanged when we're afraid to talk about issues. But we have to talk about them in an intellectual way, as opposed to a way where I'm trying to persuade someone to adopt my point of view. There's really a difference."

She continues, "Also, it's important that we can talk about faith and religions particular in education, not just because of the historical aspect, but because of what's going on in the world today."

And it's not just textbooks. Stories like these are becoming all-the-more common. According to the Associated Press, in 2004 a 5-year-old Pennsylvania boy invited his mom to school for an "All about Me" show-and-tell project. But the school refused to let them share the boy's favorite Bible verses in his presentation— even though they did allow stories about Passover, Christmas and other religious holidays.

Religious freedom of expression is just one of the reasons Ali Dent has been homeschooling for 20 years. She can incorporate her beliefs, along with our nation's history of fath... into her teaching.

Dent says, "When I think of history, I think of it as a body of information… facts…and the way our country, if you're talking about American history… the way our country started… is very strongly linked to the Christian faith. Those are facts. They're not our opinions. So to take that out… my question for people who are taking it out, would by why? Why would you want to withhold part of the truth?"

At the same time, she says it may not be for everyone.

"It is a fact how the country was founded. It's a shame to not let children know that. But I don't know that, I mean, if God doesn't say we have to have that in our schools, I don't know that it would be right to press that on people. Personally, I want to be able to pray with my children. I have Christian schools that I can choose from and I have my home I can choose from."

Parents, if you feel strongly about these issues, now is the time to speak your mind. The State's curriculum decisions in March... could stick around for the next 10 years.

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Posted: 18 Feb 2010 03:44 AM PST

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Deadline for calendar items is two weeks in advance of desired publication date. E-mail information on clubs, lectures, community and religious events, reunions and support groups to drock@pioneerlocal.com or fax to (847) 599-6902.

Lake County Property Investors Association will conduct a meeting on the topic of Weatherizing a Building for All Seasons at 6 p.m. on Feb. 23 at the American Legion Hall (second floor), 749 Milwaukee Ave., Gurnee. Registration at 6 p.m. and program begins at 6:30 p.m. Free admission to members/$10 non-members. Monthly meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Call (847) 360-8020 or visit www.lcpia.org

Lake County Chamber hosts the following events:

Early Bird Networkers Breakfast Group meets from 7:30-9 a.m. on the first and third Fridays of the month. $10 members and $15 non-members includes breakfast. For dates, reservations and locations, visit www.lakecountychamber.com/events.asp.

Business After Hours meets for food, fun and networking from 5-7 p.m. at various locations. For dates, reservations and locations, visit www.lakecountychamber.com/events.asp.

Gurnee Women's Business Association meets at 8 a.m. on the third Wednesday of the month at the Gurnee Village Hall. Call Heide Olson (224) 6197890.

The Green Oaks, Libertyville, Mundelein, Vernon Hills (GLMV) Chamber of Commerce invites business people to attend the following events. Call (847) 680-0750 or visit www.glmvchamber.org

GLMV Networking Group 3x2, 7:30 a.m., first and third Friday every month, at TDS Metrocom, 200 Fairway Drive, Vernon Hills.

LMV Weekly Business Interchange Group will meet 7:30 a.m. on Thursdays, Libertyville Restaurant, 419 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. This informal networking group exchanges business information and referrals. No RSVP required.

GLMV Connect/Network Group, 7:30-9 a.m., first and third Tuesday of the month, at Elly's Restaurant, Routes 45 and 60, Mundelein (This is a combination of The GLMV Network Group and the GLMV Connect Networking Group)

GLMV Women's Networking Group, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., second Tuesday of the month at Opa, 950 Lakeview Drive, Vernon Hills.

Ansel Brainerd Cook Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution meet at 10 a.m. the second Saturday of each month September through May in Libertyville. No meetings held in June, July and August. Advanced notice will be given for any off site meetings. Call Mary (847) 918-8728.

Antioch Fine Arts Foundation meets at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday at State Bank of the Lakes in Antioch. Call Roger Shule (847) 395-0727.

Antioch Garden Club meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of the month at First Methodist Church, 848 Main St., Antioch. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Use driveway to back of church hall. Guest and non-residents are welcome. Visit antiochgardenclub.org

Antioch Jr. Women's Club meets the second Tuesday of every month 7 p.m. at AmericaUnited Bank & Trust, 485 Lake Street, Antioch. Call Laurie (847) 395-2160.

Antioch Tops 328 meets every Wednesday at the Antioch Senior Center from 6-7:05 p.m. Call Betty (847) 838-3907.

Antioch Woman's Club meets at 1 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at the Antioch Area Senior Center, 817 Holbek Street, Antioch. Call Maureen Fremgen (847) 395-5968.

Antique Bottle Club of Northern Illinois meets at 7:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month at the Antioch Senior Center, 817 Holbeck, Antioch. Call (847) 395-3405.

Breakfast Exchange Club of Gurnee - The Prevention of Child Abuse meets at 7 a.m. the second and fourth Tuesdays at Warren High School, 500 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee. Call (847) 680-0331 or e-mail Roberta @ RJPVOL@ aol.com

Exchange Club of Gurnee meets at noon on Tuesdays In-Law's Restaurant, 720 Milwaukee Ave., Gurnee. Call George Greene (847) 856-0704.

Exchange Club of Grayslake meets for lunch at noon every Thursday at Whitney's Restaurant in downtown Grayslake. Visit ww.ExchangeofGrayslake.com.

Grayslake American Legion Post 659 meets on the odd months of the year on the third Thursday at 7 p.m. the Grayslake Park District facility, 240 Commerce Dr., Grayslake. Call (847) 223-4470.

Grayslake Greenery Garden Club meets at 7 p.m. on the fourth Monday of the month, September through May (No meeting in December) at the State Bank of the Lakes, Center St., Grayslake. Next meeting Feb. 22. Topic: Tips on basic pruning and answering questions. All are welcome to attend two monthly meetings at no charge. Annual membership is $15/individual or $25/couple. Call Nancy (847) 223-8485.

Ron Hill Memorial VFW Post 2244 meets on the even months of the year on the third Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Grayslake Park District facility, 240 Commerce Dr., Grayslake. Call (847) 223-2291.

Grayslake Junior Woman's Club meets at 7 p.m. the third Thursday of every month. Locations vary throughout the community. Call (847) 548-5543.

Grayslake Lions Club meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. every second Tuesday from at The Whitney Street Restaurant, second floor. Call Marilynn at (847) 566-7279.

Gurnee Rotary Club an organization of local business and professional leaders, meets 7:15 a.m. Thursdays at Key Lime Cove, in the Marathon Room, 1790 Nations Drive, Gurnee. Call Randy Blaser (847) 782-1924.

Gurnee Running Club meets 7 a.m. Saturdays in Viking Park and is open to those 16 years and older. Call (847) 623-7788.

Gurnee Woman's Club meets 7 p.m. the first Monday of every month with the exception of September (which is held on the second Monday) at the Gurnee Community Church Fellowship Hall, 4555 Old Grand Ave., Gurnee. Call Marge (847) 855-1924.

Kiwanis Club of Antioch meets at noon on Tuesdays at Elements Fine Dining & Banquets, 950 Hillside Ave., Antioch. Call Melissa (847) 489-8044 or e-mail mjrigoni@hotmail.com.

Kiwanis Club of Grayslake meets at noon on Wednesdays at State Bank of the Lakes, 50 Commerce Drive, Grayslake. Call Larry (847) 986-2000 or e-mail lherzog@VillageOfGrayslake.com

Kiwanis of Club Lindenhurst meets at 7:30 a.m. every first and third Thursday morning at 7:30 a.m. at the State Bank of the Lakes Community Room, 2031 E. Grand Ave., Lindenhurst. Call Connie (847) 356-5700.

Lake County Marine Corps League Detachment 801 meets 7:30-9 p.m. on the third Monday of each month at the Libertyville Sports Complex, 1950 N. 45, Libertyville. For membership, call Butch Torkelson (847) 343-4933.

Lake County Mothers of Twins and More Club meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. for support meeting, 7:30 p.m. meeting at the Grayslake Middle School, Route 83 and Center Street, Grayslake unless otherwise indicated. Call (866) 248-7670 or lcmothm@onebox.com

Lake County Scrabble Club adult group meets on the third Tuesday of the month in Gurnee. All levels of play are welcome. Call Maria (847) 951-6620 or visit www.meetup.com/LakeCounty Scrabble.

Lake County Women's Club is a social club welcoming all area women to join in activities. Meetings are held 10 a.m. the second Wednesday of the month at State Bank of the Lakes, 50 Commerce Drive, Grayslake. Call Pam (224) 610-0990.

Lakes Region Historical Society meets at 7 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month except January, February and July at the Meeting House, 977 Main St., Antioch. Call (847) 395-4912.

Lakes Region Watercolor Guild meets 9:30 a.m. every second Thursday of the month at State Bank of the Lakes, Grayslake. Call (847) 816-8473.

Lake Villa Township Lions Club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month September through May at the Lake House restaurant, 850 Tower Drive, corner of Deep Lake and Grass Lake roads, in Lake Villa. Visit www.lakevillalions.org.

Northern Lake County Quilters' Guild meets at 7 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month at the Lake Villa/Antioch Township Center, Deep Lake Road, north of Grass Lake Road, Lake Villa (behind Lakes Community High School). Guest fee is $5. Carol (847) 395-3555 or visit www.nlcqq.org.

North Lake Chapter of the Illinois Education Association Retired Teachers meets every second Thursday of the month at In-Laws restaurant on Milwaukee Ave., just south of Grand Ave., Gurnee. Programs follow 11:30 a.m. lunch. Call Gene (847) 362-0305.

Northshore Crafter's Guild welcomes all Northshore area women at all levels of crafting. Dinner/Social meeting is the first Monday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m. Call Marie Drahorad (847) 266-9916 or visit www.mariestamps.wordpress.com.

Running in Stitches a not-for-profit chapter of the American Sewing Guild meets 7-9 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at State Bank of the Lakes, Grand Ave., Lindenhurst for those enjoy sewing, quilting, beading and knitting. Visit cleste@sewmuchfun.biz

Wadsworth Lions Club meets 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at Corky's Pub, 11456 W. Wadsworth Road. Call Evelyn Hoselton (847) 623-1503.

Auxiliary of Condell Medical Center is seeking new members. Members host fund-raising events, promote special projects and provide educational programs to the community. Call (847) 990-5615.

Snowseekers Ski Club invites families, couples and singles of all ages and abilities to join them at First Presbyterian Church, corner of Maple and Douglas Ave. in Libertyville. The club offers great skiing/snowboarding trips to Midwest and Western ski areas. Visit www.snowseekers.org or call (847) 289-1811.

Libertyville Junior Woman's Club general membership meetings are held at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month (except for August) at the Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville. Meetings are open to all women interested in getting involved in the community for volunteer and social activities. Contact Suzanne at (847) 680-4764 or visit www.libertyvillejuniors.org.

Nehara Hadassah Couples Bowling League invites you to join them at "Bowling at 8 p.m. on the fourth Saturday of each month at the Lakeside Lanes, 900 S. Lake in Mundelein. $25/per couple/per month culminating with a banquet and prizes in May. Contact the Hadassah North Shore office at (847) 205-1900, or e-mail: northshore@hadassah.org

Widowed Outreach Network (WON) provides an opportunity to join other widowed men and women to bridge the gap from initial shock and grief to recovery. The group meets from 1:45-3:30 p.m. the fourth Sunday of the month at Allen Conference Center, 700 Garfield, Libertyville (west side of hospital). Call (847) 990-5275 or (847) 367-0087.

Moms of all ages are invited to join IFN Mom's Group from 6:30-8 p.m. every third Friday of the month (October - May) to find renewal in a role as a MuslimMom. They are located 1751 O'Plaine Road, Libertyville. Nursery opens at 6 p.m. for children drop-off. Call Nancy (847) 239-4077 or Arshia (847) 672-7664.

Libertyville Chapter of TOPS IL 1711 (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly), a support group meeting at 7 p.m. Mondays at the Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St. For information, call Mary at (847) 548-1075 or Sharon at (847) 682-5835.

Mom to Mom is a group for moms designed to equip and encourage mothers as they share the joys and frustrations of motherhood. They meet from 9 to 11 a.m. the second and fourth Fridays of each month at Libertyville Covenant Church, 250 S. St. Mary's Road, (847) 362-3308. Childcare is provided. Call the church to register.

The Libertyville Junior Woman's Club general membership meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month (except for July and August) at the Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville. Contact Suzanne at (847) 680-4764 or visit www.libertyvillejuniors.org.

Lake County Parents Without Partners Chapter 247 invites single, divorced or widowed parents with a living child or children to join the organization. Call (847) 817-5687 or www.info@pwplakecounty.org

Libertyville Chess Club, held at the Civic Center in Libertyville, offers individual chess game instruction for all ages, playing tournaments, game analysis every Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Mundelein Lions Club meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month, September through June, at the Vernon Hills Golf Course, 291 Evergreen Drive, in Vernon Hills. Call the Golf Course at (847) 680-9310.

Letip of Libertyville, a chapter of Letip International meets from 7:01 to 8:31 a.m. every Wednesday morning at Tranel Financial Group offices, 1509 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Contact Jason Stichauf at (708) 370-3554.

Libertyville Lions Club meets the first and third Monday of each month at the Libertyville Civic Center. Call Geary Hedrick at (847) 336-8747 or Ray Gerard at (847) 327-9932, or visit www.libertyvillelions.com.

Northwest Illinois Stay-At-home Dads gathers every Tuesday for a play group, monthly for a Dads Night Out and occasionally for other events. For information about where the group meets and what's coming up, contact Jeff Kogan at (847) 477-1417 or jkogan@prodigy.net.

Mundelein Community Women's Club (MCWC) meets the first Wednesday of each month to plan social and community activities. Call Judy Parriott at (847) 566-5398.

Libertyville Noon Rotary Club meets at noon every Thursday at Lambs Farm, intersection of I-94 and Route 176, Libertyville. Libertyville. Call John Snow, (847) 816-3438.

Libertyville Sunrise Rotary meets at 7 a.m. Wednesdays at Lambs Farm in Libertyville. Call Andy Robinson, club president, at (847) 918-9996, or visit www.libertyvillesunriserotaryclub.org.

Rotary Club of Mundelein-Vernon Hills meets at 12:15 p.m. every Monday at Dover Straits Restaurant on U.S. Route 45 in Mundelein. Guests and prospective members are welcome.

Mundelein Jaycees is a community service and leadership training organization for young people between the ages of 18 and 39. The next meeting is 7:30 p.m., the fourth Thursday of the month at Century 21 Marketplace, corner of U.S. Routes 45 and 176. Call Sam Valenti at (847) 722-2828 or visit www.mundeleinjaycees.com

Auxiliary of Condell Medical Center is seeking new members. Members host fund-raising events, promote special projects and provide educational programs to the community. Call (847) 990-5615.

Newcomers and Neighbors of Libertyville host monthly socials, outings, book club, bunco, dinners or lunches. For information, call Pam at (847) 249-2603 or visit www.newcomersclub.com.

Kiwanis Club of Libertyville, Mundelein and Vernon Hills meets every Wednesday morning at 7:30 at the Lambs Farm Restaurant, U.S. Route 176 and Interstate 94, in Libertyville. Call Randy Webster at (847) 968-4280 or e-mail rwebster@libertyvillebank.com

Libertyville TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meetings are held Mondays at the Civic Center across from Cook Park. Weigh-in is from 6-6:45 p.m. and the meeting begins at 7 p.m. Call Mary Meskel at (847) 548-1075.

Home and Garden Club meets the third Thursday of the month in various members homes. This year's programs cover decorating your home with stenciling, flower show, craft night and more. For information on becoming a member, call Debbie at (847) 247-8847.

Women's Walking Club meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday evenings at the Old School Forest Preserve. Park at Shelter A to walk a brisk three miles. Call Wendy Nicholson at (847) 680-1158 or Sandy Kamen Wisniewski at (847) 816-0831.

Woods and Wetlands Group of the Sierra Club meet at 7:15 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the Vernon Hills Village Hall, 290 Evergreen. Visit illinois.sierraclub.org/w&w or call (847) 680-6437.

Bicycle Club of Lake County meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St. (just south of the library). Social events, meeting and ride information can be obtained by calling the BCLC hot line at (847) 604-0520.

Network Lake County meets every at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at In-Laws Restaurant in Gurnee. Guests are invited and breakfast will be provided. Call Kathy Fontana at (847) 244-2272.

Lake County American Needlepoint Guild meets at the Vernon Area Public Library on Old Half Day Road, west of Milwaukee Avenue and north of U.S. Route 22. Call Dale at (847) 918-7443 or Margaret at (847) 816-7366.

Lake County Women's Club offers morning coffees, bridge, golf, bowling, and more. For information, call Leppy at (847) 680-7789.

Holy Cross Lutheran Church offers a new knitting and crocheting group meeting from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Monday of each month at the church. Call the church office at (847) 367-4060.

Lake County 4-H will host International Night and the public is invited to observe 4-H Clubs from around the world from 6:30-9 p.m. on Feb. 19 at the Lake County Fairground, 1060 E. Peterson Road, Grayslake. Admission is $5 per person and $12 for family of three or more (children 3 and under are admitted free). Call (847) 223-8627 ext. 16.

"Let's Wine About Winter" Wine Tasting and Art Festival takes place from 1-5 p.m., Feb. 20 in downtown Libertyville that will feature local artists as you sip wine and enjoy refreshments. A $10 comemorative wine glass will be your ticket to the event, which can be purchased at any of the participating stores. Call the MainStreet office at (847) 680-0336.

Blood Drive hosted by the Grayslake Knights of Columbus will be held from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. on April 11 at the St. Gilbert Chapel Hall. Call Jim at (224) 521-8631.

Little Gym of Gurnee debuts a new social media Web site designed for parents to join a forum and share stories about their children's successes. ChildrensSuccess.com will post stories, photos or videos to be shared by e-mail or through other sites as Facebook, Twitter, Digg and more. Call Tracie at (847) 244-4496.

Skip's Swap Meet of collectible and high performance car/truck parts and car sale from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Feb. 21 at the new Lake County Fairground, 1060 E. Peterson Road, Grayslake. Admission $7, children 6-11 - $2. Vendors $40. Call (630) 340-4744.

Soap Box Derby hosted by the Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby Association will be held from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Feb. 27 and 28 at the Maywood Park Race Track in Melrose Park. For boys and girls ages 8-17. Racers will compete for a rally spot for the National race in Akron, Ohio in July. Club cars are available for anyone to borrow a car for the weekend, on a first come first serve basis and may be reserved by calling (630) 841-8832.

Snowmen on Parade will run through March 5 in downtown Libertyville where you will find 12 5-foot snowmen decorated by various schools and civic groups. Stop in a store and cast your vote for your favorite "Frosty". Each participating store will have a snowman theme for the month. The winning snowman will get a $500 prize for his sponsoring group. Vote for as many snowmen and as often as you like. Ballots will be located inside the stores and snowmen will move from one location in the downtown to another throughout the month, even on the side streets. After March 5, there will be an on-line auction for the individual snowmen with proceeds going to the sponsoring civic organizations.

Save-A-Pet Safety Day from noon-4 p.m. on Feb. 20 at 31664 North Fairfield Road, Grayslake will include a bake sale, first aid kits for sale, micro-chipping available for a nominal fee, digital photos of micro-chipped pets, coloring contest for kids and more

Lakes Region Historical Society is open on Saturdays from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. March-December at the School House Museum, 812 Main St., Antioch or the Meeting House on the first Saturday of each month of 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The Archives Center is open from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. the first Saturday of each month and Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays by appointment for those in genealogy. Call (847) 395-4912.

Aluminum Can Collection to benefit service men and women overseas is sponsored by the AARP Chapter 387 and will be collecting cans at the V.F.W. Post 4541, 75 North Ave., Antioch. A drop box is available outside for drop-off at anytime. Call (847) 838-0549.

The Fill The Milk Jug Program - Monthly donations are greatly appreciated to support the 700 gallons of milk purchased each month. You can make your tax deductible cash donations now. The Open Arms food pantry is open every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 4:30-6:30 p.m. and is located at 1548 S. Main Street, Antioch. Mailing address is P.O. Box 79, Antioch. IL 60002.

Christian Outreach of Lutherans (C.O.O.L.) has two locations to serve Lake County:

Cool Food Pantry West, 25519 West Ill., Route 134, Ingleside (Trinity Lutheran Church) is open Monday 1-5- p.m.; Wednesday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; and the 4th Saturday monthly 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Cool Food Pantry East, 123 West Water St., Waukegan is open Monday 1-5 p.m.; Tuesday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; and the fourth Saturday monthly 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. Any Lake County resident with a picture ID can apply for 12 meals every 30 days. Call (847) 662-1230.

Free child safety seat checks offered at the Antioch Fire Department. Call (847) 395-5511.

Free child safety seat checks offered at the Gurnee Fire Department. Call Station One at (847) 599-6600 or Station Two at (844) 599-6650.

Santa Maria del Popolo, 123 N. Lake St., Mundelein, hosts Bingo every Monday at their new Parish Center Facility. Doors open at 5 p.m., everyone 18 and older are welcome to play. Early bird game starts at 6:45 p.m.

Recycle your newspapers, junk mail and catalogs (no phone books) at Grace Lutheran Church on the third Sunday of every month from 9:30-10 a.m. and 11 a.m. at 501 Valley Park Drive, Libertyville. Recycle bin is in place on a daily basis also. Call (847) 367-7050.

It's a party every "First Friday" of the month for the 2010 MainStreet from 6-9 p.m. Stroll around the downtown where you may find a guitarist, a working artist, jazz band, wine tasting or any number of fun and entertaining events in the stores.

Early Music at the Byron Colby Barn offered on Sundays at 1561 Jones Point Road, Grayslake. $15 per ticket. Children under 16 admitted free. A subscription to the series of six concerts is $72. Performance date, March 7. For time or to order tickets call (847) 543-1202.

Antioch Senior Kitchen Band (The Happy Cookers) practice at 3 p.m. the first Tuesday at the Antioch Senior Center. For those that play an instrument or enjoy singing and entertaining at Senior Buildings and programs. Call Sharon Nowak at (847) 395-5068.

The Westosha Lakes Chorus of Sweet Adelines International rehearses every Thursday at 7 p.m. at the V.F.W. in Antioch, 75th N. Ave. Call Chrystl at (262) 862-6603 or at barichrys@yahoo.com.

Antioch Community High School to host the following charity events: Teacher Talent Show Down to raise money for education in Tanzania, Africa at 7 p.m. Feb. 18; and Hoops for Haiti - Staff vs. Students Basketball game at 2 p.m. March 14 at 1133 Main St., Antioch. Call (847) 395-1421.

Stone Soup Auction hosted by Prairie Circle Unitarian Universalist Congregation at 6 p.m. March 20 at the Libertyville Civic Center, 135 West Church St., Libertyville. Featuring dinner, live and silent auctions, music and games. Tickets are $15/adults and $10/children, at the door tickets will be $18 and $13. There will be a canned food collection at the door. To order tickets or donate an item or service for auction e-mail Fundraising@prairiecircleuuc.org.

Having a Baby? Vista Health offers classes for expectant parents. Available by calling Vista's New Family Center (847) 360-4297, Ext. 5218.

Free breast and cervical cancer screenings are offered to eligible Lake County women though the Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program, located at the Lake County Health Department/Community Health Center. Call the Health Department (847) 377-8430.

Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center offers several programs at no charge to eligible pregnant women, mothers and children who live in Lake County. Call (847) 377-8420.

The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center offers confidential walk-in clinics for the screening and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases each week at the following times and sites: 4 p.m. Tuesday first-come, first-served with limited openings at Belvidere Medical Building, 2400 Belvidere Road, Waukegan; 4 p.m. Thursdays, at Belvidere Medical Building, 2400 Belvidere Road, Waukegan. Call the Health Department at (847) 377-8450.

Lake County Health Department is at the Antioch VFW Post 4551, 75 North Ave., from 4 to 6 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month. Immunizations of all types are available at a low cost. Call the Health Department at (847) 377-8470.

The Thrift Shop gratefully accepts donations of new and gently used items including clothing, jewelry, collectibles, books, linens, toys, tools, electronics, lamps, kitchen wares and more. Donation drop-offs are accepted between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. To learn more, visit www.lambsfarm.org/business/thriftshop.html

The Lambs Farm horses, sheep and pigs are preparing to welcome the public to the Lambs Farm Farmyard on weekends. The Farmyard, Petting Zoo, Discovery Center and Gift Shop will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information on the Farmyard, including prices for memberships and daily entrance, call (847) 990-3760 or visit www.lambsfarm.org.

Spiritual Growth Workshop hosted by the United Protestant Church is offered from 9 a.m.-noon March 6 at Shepherd of the Lakes Lutheran Church, 285 E. Washington St., Grayslake. Refreshments provided. RSVP by calling (847) 223-8131.

Lenten Mission hosted by St. Gilbert Parish will be held at 7 p.m. Feb. 21-23 at 301 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslakefor junior high students through senior citizens. Refreshments served afterwards. Free baby-sitting will be available. Call (847) 223-4731.

Pancake Breakfast at Community Protestant Church, United Church of Christ will be held from 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Feb. 27 in the church's Fellowship Hall, 418 N. Prairie in Mundelein. The church's Usher's Club will be serving pancakes,sausages, and a variety of beverages. $6 for adults, $3 for kids 4-12, and kids 3 and under are admitted free. Call (847) 566-4000.

Santa Maria Del Popolo Parish to host a mission, "Jesus, Mary and Joseph, I Give You My Heart and My Soul" with quest speaker and celebrant Fr. Frank Hoffman "Fr. Rocky", Senior Director of Mission, Programming, and Development of Relevant Radio. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be offered from 6 -7 p.m. The scheduled talks are: Joseph March 7 in Spanish, March 8 in English; Mary March 9 in Spanish, March 10 in English; Jesus March 11 Bi-lingual Mass. Call (847) 680-6818.

Church of the Holy Family in Lake Villa offers the facility for rent for special events at 24219 Lehmann Blvd., Lake Villa. Memorial Gardens open for quiet meditation or photos. Thrift shop open Wednesdays 9-noon and Saturdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m., $2 sale bag last Saturday of the month. Donations welcome. Call (847) 356-7722.

Society of Mary the local ward of Immaculate Heart meets at 9 a.m. the first Saturday of the month at Holy Cross Chapel, 500 Park Ave., and Route 83, Unite 102, Lake Villa. Visit www.societyofmary-ne-il.org

Bible Study Classes at the Christ Temple Church of the Apostolic Faith will be held at the Comfort Suites Hotel at Rt. 45 and 120 in Grayslake from 3-4 p.m. every Saturday in the hotel cafe. Call Deacon Anthony at (708) 343-2380.

Marytown Retreat and Conference Center hosts events and retreats at its facility, 1600 West Park Ave., Libertyville. All events require reservations and registration. Call (847) 367-7800, Ext. 225 or visit retreats@marytown.com

Recycle your newspapers, junk mail and catalogs (no phone books) at Grace Lutheran Church on the third Sunday of every month from 9:30 to 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. at 501 Valley Park Drive, Libertyville. Recycle bin is in place on a daily basis also. Call (847) 367-7050.

Antioch Senior Center is open from 8:30 a.m. -4 p.m., Monday through Friday at 817 Holbeck Dr., Antioch. Lunch is served Monday and Friday at 11:45 a.m. Call (847) 395-0139.

Weekly activities are as follows:

1st Tuesday of the Month Meeting at 10 a.m. with games and light lunch.

1st and 3rd Friday of the Month Dance at 7-10 p.m. Music by Ernie Garner. $5. Snacks provided. Call Jack (847) 838-0549 or Lucy (847) 546-4107.

3rd Tuesday of the Month Dance with lunch served at noon. Dance to the music at 1 p.m. by Ernie Garner. $5 per person. Call Jack (847) 838-0549.

Antioch AARP 387 meets at noon for lunch with meetings beginning at 1 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month, year round for ages 50 and up at the Antioch Senior Center, 817 Holbek Drive, Antioch. Call Sharon at (847) 396-5068.

Grayslake AARP meets at 1 p.m. on the fourth Monday of every month at the State Bank of The Lakes, 50 Commerce, Grayslake. Next meeting Feb. 22. Topic: Helping Hand Cargivers, LTD., Understanding Home Care Options. Call (847) 367-0087.

Grayslake Senior Center - Open 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday for activities. Non-residents pay $10 annual membership fee. Seniors are invited to a nutritious hot lunch at noon, for a $3 donation and a reservation of at least three working days in advance. Call (847) 543-1041 or go to www.villageofgrayslake.com

Lake County Council For Seniors (LCCS) meets from 9:30-11 a.m. the first Thursday of the month at State Bank of Lakes, 50 Commerce, Grayslake. Next meeting March 4. Topic: 2010 Census for Seniors.

Lake Villa AARP 3978 meets at 1 p.m. on the second Thursday of every month in the Community Room of the Lake Villa Township Park, Fairfield and Grand Avenue. Call (847) 356-5209.

Meals on Wheels is seeking volunteers to deliver hot noon meals to homebound senior citizens in Antioch. For those who can help once a month, weekly, or daily in Antioch, call Ronna Levin (847) 838-6415.

Nifty Fifty Senior Club meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at State Bank of the Lakes, Grayslake branch. Come for socializing and more. Fee of $1 per person is collected at the door. Call the Grayslake Park District (847) 223-7529.

Savvy Senior's Club meets the first Wednesday of each month at 11 a.m. for lunch at the Prince of Peace Church, 135 S. Milwaukee Ave., Lake Villa in meeting rooms 4 and 5. Call Mary (847) 395-2429.

Seniors 55 and over looking to meet new friends are invited to meet at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday mornings at In-Laws Restaurant, 720 Milwaukee, Gurnee. Call Chuck at (847) 362-5458 or Jean (847) 816-1812.

Senior Aerobics is offered every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. at the Lindenhurst Park District. Drop-in program. $1 per visit.

Senior Men's Card Club is starting at the Lindenhurst Park District for those 55 and over on Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m. Call Jo (847) 356-6011.

Senior Coffee Club meets Mondays, 9:45-10:45 a.m. at the Lindenhurst Park District. $1 per visit. Walk-in welcome. Registration not required.

Warren Township Senior Services offers programs and services Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. for Warren Township residents age 55 and older. A licensed clinical social worker is on staff to help refer you to any services for transportation, housing, in-home services and more. Call (847) 244-1101 Ext. 501.

Libertyville Senior Center offers the activities, parties and trips. For information or reservations, call (847) 247-7659.

Al-Anon Family Groups (for relatives and friends of alcoholics) meetings are available seven days a week in Lake County. Call (847)680-4640 or www.NIAFG.org."

Women survivors open support group for survivors of sexual assault or abuse. Meets weekly from 6-7:30 p.m., Wednesdays at Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center, 4275 Old Grand Ave., in Gurnee. No fee, but those interested must call first at (847) 244-1187.

Adult Survivors of childhood sexual abuse offers therapy groups meeting every other week for 12 weeks from 3:30-5 p.m. Call or e-mail Matt (312) 534-8267 or mhunnicutt@archchicago.

ADHD Roundtable, Warren Township Youth Services, 17801 W. Washington St., Gurnee. Call (847) 244-1101. Free monthly meeting for parents of children with ADHD or issues of impulsivity and in-attentiveness from 6:30-8 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month.

After the Loss of a Child -Northern Lake County Illinois Compassionate Friends Chapter Meeting offers grief support after the loss of a child of any age 7:30 p.m. every third Thursday of the month at Millburn Church, corner of Grass Lake Road and Route 45, Millburn. Call (847) 249-4779 or www.iltcf.org.

Grief Share Support Group will meet Sunday evenings 6-7:30 p.m. beginning Feb. 21 in the chapel at Faith Lutheran Church, 24300 Grass Lake Road, Antioch. Call (847) 293-6578.

Bilingual Support of After the Loss of a Child - Northern lake County Illinois Compassionate Friends Chapter Meeting will be held at 7 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at Holy Family Church, 450 Keller St. Waukegan. Call (847) 249-4776 or www.iltcf.org.

All God's Children Adoption - Support group for people interested in learning about adoption or who have already adopted international or domestic. People are invited to share stories and gain support. For adults only. For location and more information, call (847) 543-8372.

Antioch V.F.W. offers a support group for families who have service members in the military. Meetings are held at 6 p.m. the first Friday of every month at the Antioch V.F.W. Hall, Antioch. Call Barbara Gray at (847) 395-5393 or Linda Webel at TCBTLC75@aol.com and Jeanne Oravetz at shaunkelly@sbcglobal.net.

Blending Families Inc. meets weekly to offer support to families raising children not born to them a chance to meet other families in similar situations to build networks and mutual support. Meetings are 6:30 -8 p.m. on Mondays 550 N. Main St., Antioch. Call (847) 838-9904.

Divorce Care Support Group meets each Monday from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Faith Lutheran Church, 24300 Grass Lake Road, Antioch. Call (847) 293-6578.

Fibromyalgia/Chronic Fatigue/Lupus support group meets 10 a.m.-noon the first Saturday of each month at 884 Main St. (Route 83) Antioch. Call (847) 362-7807.

Grayslake Al-Anon Family Group meets 7 p.m. Wednesdays at 132 Park Ave., Grayslake adjacent to the United Protestant Church at Park and Whitney streets. Free childcare is available in the church hall. Call (847) 680-4640; for other meetings, call (888) 425-2666.

Lake County Health Department offers a free ongoing support group for caregivers who regularly assist a person who is 60 and older or are 60 and older yourself and care for a grandchild or another young person. Meets 1:30-3:30 p.m. every Wednesday at the Warren Township Senior Center, 17801 W. Washington Street, Gurnee. Call (847) 377-8310.

Lake County Home Day Care Network offers classes on the third Tuesday of every month at the Hampton Inn in Gurnee. Call (847) 566-9841 or visit lakecountyhomedaycare.com

Lake County Attachment Parenting offers support and socialization for area families interested in a responsive style of child rearing meets 10 a.m. every Thursday. Call Alicia (847) 265-2363.

LaLeche League of Central Lake County offers information and support to women who want to breastfeed. Call Karen (847) 918-1257.

Moms4Moms support for moms who choose to focus on raising their children, meets the second Monday of the month at 9:30 a.m. at the Lake Villa Library. Call (847) 245-3357.

Moms Club of Gurnee a local support group for Gurnee mothers who choose to stay home with their children. Offering playgroups, daytime outings, mom's night out and family activities. Business meetings held at 9:30 a.m. on the second Wednesday of every month at the Warren Newport Public Library where children are welcome. Call Susan (847) 223-2187 or visit www.momsclubofgurnee.web.com

Moms Club of Grayslake - Grayslake North and Grayslake South offers support and socialization for mothers who stay at home to raise their children, including those who work part-time or out of their homes. Call Erica Kurtz (847) 548-6364 or e-mail erica@ekurtz.com, if you live north of Washington Street or in the Round Lake Area, or e-mail grayslakemoms@yahoo.com if you live south of Washington St.

Network of Friends MS Support Group meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Antioch Senior Center, Holbeck Drive, Antioch. Call Louise (847) 395-1317.

Nicasa of Lake County offers free presentations on problem gambling issues. Call Bill Hetland (847) 244-4434.

Northwest Illinois Stay-At-Home Dads is a playgroup that gathers weekly 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays at various locations. Call Jeff (847) 477-1417.

Overeaters Anonymous meets 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays; 6:30 p.m. Thursdays and 7:30 p.m. Fridays at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 31 W. Park, Grayslake. Call (708) 346-0000.

Parent Group a parent support program, offers free weekly meetings and offers free child care. Call Carleen Otto at (847) 245-6826.

SOS Stepmoms, a self-help group of Stepmoms offering support to share the joys and frustrations of being a stepmom in a confidential, supportive atmosphere, call Tina Hickey at (847) 543-4768.

Victims of Domestic Violence Community Support Groups are conducted weekly by A Safe Place/Lake County Crisis Center, at no charge. For confidentiality and safety considerations, the locations are not published. For location information, call A Safe Place (847) 249-4450 (24-hour Help Line).

Vista Health Cancer Support Group will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m., the last Wednesday of every month. Meeting in the 4-West solarium at Victory Memorial Hospital, 1324 N. Sheridan Road, Waukegan. Call Pat Lehr (847) 360-4333. Ext. 5262.

Vista Health Sleep Disorder Center has a free support group, which meets 7 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month the Ground Floor in Conference Room at Victory Memorial Hospital, 1324 N. Sheridan Road, Waukegan. Call (847) 360-4124.

Warren Special Recreation Association in partnership with the Grandwood, Gurnee, Warren Township and Wildwood Park districts provides recreational opportunities for children and adults with special needs. Call (847) 244-6619.

Widowed Outreach Network (WON) provides an opportunity to join other widowed men and women meeting 1:45 -3:30 p.m. the fourth Sunday of the month at Allen Conference Center, 700 Garfield, Libertyville (west side of hospital). Call (847) 990-5275.

Multiple Sclerosis Self-Help Group meets from 7-9 p.m., on the second Wednesday of every month at Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville. For anyone who has MS, or lives with, is a caregiver, a friend, or neighbor of someone who has MS. Speakers include neurologists, physical therapists, legislators and MS experts. Call Kendra Saeman at (847) 855-9656.

Conscious Connection Group is a spiritual study group to increase your awareness of your oneness with God meeting at 5 p.m. on the first and third Sunday of the month at Jonathan's Portrait Studio, 1310 S. Milwaukee Rd., Vernon Hills. Call (847) 845-8818.

Hearts And Minds In Christ (HAMIC) is a Lake County homeschooling support group for families who incorporate their faith in Jesus with their educational endeavors. We meet from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. weekly on Fridays in Mundelein. Call Liz at (847) 529-4946 for more information or visit www.hamic-christianhomeschool-il.com.

People affected by ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) are invited to attend the Les Turner ALS Foundation's professionally led monthly support group meetings the first Tuesday evening of the month at Marytown Retreat and Conference Center, 1600 West Park Ave., Libertyville. Contact Claire Owen at (847) 679-3311 or cowen@lesturnerals.org.

MS Support Group meets from 7 to 9 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month. Meetings are held at the Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church, Libertyville. For further information, call (847) 680-7841.

Depressed Anonymous, a 12-step meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. every Thursday evening at New Hope Christian Fellowship, 1401 S. Lake St., Mundelein, across from Consumers Credit Union. Call (847) 219-2577 or e-mail LakeCountyDA@gmail.com. Web site: www.depressedanon.com.

Condell Medical Center offers an ongoing drop-in cancer support group that meets at 10 a.m. Wednesdays in the patient lounge on the fourth floor (north unit) at the hospital, 801 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. For information, call (847) 990-5199.

The Bereavement Committee of Santa Maria del Popolo Church in Mundelein offers an eight-week support session to all adults who have lost a loved one and are struggling with grief and loss. For those interested, call Gen at (847) 680-1084 or Stephanie at (847) 949-8597.

Cardiac Support Group for women with cardiac disease, hosted by local resident and heart patient, Debbie Dunn, a national WomenHeart spokesperson and speaker for the American Heart Association. Meetings take place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the last Tuesday of the month in Condell's Day Center Solarium, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville.

Just for Teens Program Presenter - Y-ME Illinois, an affiliate of Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization, offers an early detection program for high school senior girls. All training materials are provided. For information, call Patty Jacobs at (708) 386-6179 or visit www.y-me.org/illinois.

Special Delivery MOMs, a support group for mothers with, or expecting, twins or triplets meets at 7:30 p.m., the second Thursday of each month at St. Andrew's Church, 10 S. Lake St., Mundelein. Visit www.specialdeliverymoms.org or call (847) 821-7998.

Club M.O.M. (Meeting Other Mothers) meets from 9 to 11 a.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at First Presbyterian Church, corner of West Maple and Douglas Avenues, Libertyville. Childcare is provided. For information, visit www.firstpreslibertyville.org or call the church office, (847) 362-2174.

Willow House is a non-profit organization that provides support for grieving children, teens, young adults and their families. Groups are held monthly in Arlington Heights and Libertyville. Call (847) 940-0779 for information or to register.

Moms in Touch International prayer groups are available for every school in Libertyville (public and parochial), and for every child from kindergarten through college and career. For information, call Nancy Telling at (847) 367-1524.

Women's Support Group - Achieving balance and happiness has ongoing Thursday evening and Friday morning sessions, 7:30-9 p.m. Thursdays, or 10:30 a.m.-noon Fridays. (Friday morning session is a repeat of Thursday evening session). Holbrook Center for Counseling and Psychotherapy, 998 E. Maple St., Mundelein (on the grounds of St. Mary of the Lake University, across the street from Carmel Catholic High School). For information, call (847) 566-5158.

Tourett Connection provides resources, education and socializing for anyone whose life is touched by Tourettes. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at the Libertyville Covenant Church (U.S. Route 176 and St. Mary's Road) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Children are welcome to attend. Call Maureen at (847) 690-5061 or Shari (847) 549-7810.

Miscarriage, stillbirth, or death support group for those who have experienced a lost pregnancy or loss of a baby at age one or younger. The group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month in the New Life Meeting Room on the second floor, off the hospital's main entrance. Contact Bereavement Coordinator Lori Adams at (847) 990-5407. There is no cost to participate.

Alcoholics Anonymous welcome all with a drinking problem to their regular meeting held at 7 p.m., Fridays, at St. Lawrence Episcopal Church, 125 W. Church St., Libertyville. Parking and entrance is in the back of the church. Contact Jack at (847) 845-6829 or Janet at (847) 921-4227.

Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago sponsors a monthly Vernon Hills Support Group for parents of children with epilepsy. The group meets at 9:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday of each month in the Deerpath Room of the Larry Laschen Community Center, 294 Evergreen Drive, Vernon Hills. Call Jessica Parker at (800) 273-6027, Ext. 143.

Depressive and Manic Depressive Association of Libertyville, an independent affiliate of National DMDA will meet at 7 p.m., Thursdays, at St. Lawrence Episcopal Church. Contact John P. for information at (847) 336-8346.

Multiple Choice Mothers of Multiples Club, a support group for parents of multiples and those expecting multiples, meets the second Wednesday of each month in a members home. Call (847) 634-9123 or (847) 520-1591.

Kids Who Care support group, for children ages 6 to 12, who have a family member with a chronic or life-threatening illness, provides a supportive framework of professionals and peers in which to express feelings and concerns and develop coping skills. Contact Youth and Family Counseling, Karen Welsh, at (847) 367-5991 for information.

Family Circle sponsors programs for parents of young children to age 6. Drop-In is open from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday mornings at the First Presbyterian Church, 219 W. Maple, Libertyville. Contact Sarah Christian, director, at (847) 367-5991, Ext. 14, for information.

Illinois Carol Fisher Chapter of the Crohns & Colitis Foundation of America, Inc., sponsors the Lake County Support Group for patients and families of those suffering from Crohns disease and ulcerative colitis. This support group meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Condell Conference Center, 201 S. Milwaukee, in Libertyville in the Adult Day Care Room. Contact Aaron at (414) 697-9381

Paradise Club, a discussion group for people who want to explore alcohol and/or drug use in their lives, meets from 6 to 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month at the Lake County Center for Independent Living, 706 E. Hawley St., Mundelein. Call facilitators Wendie and Mike at (847) 949-4440 V/TTY.

Staying Afloat, a Caregivers Therapy Group for those who care for a loved one who is disabled or whose illness is prolonged. Weekly meetings are offered. Call Margaret Moore, (847) 390-9145 or Sharon Zima, (847) 299-6311.

Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA) support group meets at 7 p.m., Mondays, at the St. Lawrence Episcopal Church, 125 W. Church St., Libertyville. All adult members of alcoholic and dysfunctional families are welcome. Park behind the church and use the rear doors.

Hopeful Moms a Christian support group for women who are experiencing infertility meets the first Tuesday of each month in the Mundelein/Libertyville area. Contact Julie Ragland at (847) 487-9187.

Alateen support group for pre-teens and teens whose lives are touched by the family disease of alcoholism, meets from 7:30-9 p.m. Tuesday evenings at St. Lawrence Episcopal Church, 125 Church St., Libertyville (entrance in rear of church). Call (847) 680-4640.

T.G.I.F. Al-Anon meets at 7:30 p.m. Fridays the Community Protestant Church, 418 N. Prairie St. and Hawley. Free child care is available. All ages are welcome. The Tuesday Night Al-Anon meets at 7:30 p.m., at the St. Lawrence Episcopal Church, 125 Church St., Libertyville.

The Lake County Home Day Care Network meets on the third Tuesdays at the Community Protestant Church, 418 N. Prairie, Mundelein. The organization supports and mentors family child care providers. Call Jeanne or Betsy at (847) 566-9841.

The La Leche League Chapters of Libertyville P.M., Libertyville A.M. and the Grayslake/Lindenhurst meet monthly. The Buffalo Grove-Vernon area meets at 7:30 p.m. on the second Mondays. For information, call (847) 537-3083 or (847) 634-8263.

Winchester House Adult Day Care program is designed to provide a supportive, safe environment, which will encourage independence. Activities will be provided and based on individual interest and ability. Call Quimby Wysokins at (847) 377-7227.

Ongoing Breast Cancer Support Group meeting, 1-2:30 p.m., every third Friday of the month at Condell's Intergenerational Day Center's solarium in the Allen Conference Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. For information, call (847) 990-5818.

CASA is in need of 200 more adults to volunteer to help abused and neglected children. Volunteers will study the child welfare and juvenile court systems as well as observe the court in action before being sworn in as CASA advocates. Call Leslie Claiborne (847) 808-9154.

Lakes Region Historical Society is seeking volunteers interested in local history to serve as hosts at the School House Museum and the Meeting House on Saturdays, March-Decemeber. Volunteers with computer skills are needed at the Archive Center which provides help with research on local history and genealogy. Call 9847) 395-4912.

Animal Education and Rescue a non-profit organization, is seeking volunteers for programs in Lake County to care of foster animals, assist during special events, help with office work, become a foster parent and help with educational programs. Call (847) 816-0831.

Friends of a Safe Place welcomes those who would like to help them in supporting victims of domestic violence from Lake County. Friends of a Safe Place raises funds to help 24-hour hot line, emergency shelter, interim housing, counseling, court advocacy programs. Call Joan Duncan (847) 295-3405, Molly Browe (847) 948-0707 or Gerry Peterson (847) 234-8000.

Long Term Care Ombudsman Project of the Legal Assistance Foundation needs caring volunteers to visit nursing home residents, provide information and assist residents and family members in the resolution of concerns and problems. Call Kaitin Hannon, Volunteer Coordinator (847)475-3703.

Women of color and bilingual women are need as volunteers at Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center. Call (847) 244-1187.

Breast Cancer Network of Strength an early detection program for high school senior girls called "Just for Teens." All training and materials are provided. Call Patty Jacobs (708) 386-6179.

E.nopi Math and English a supplemental education program offers Lake County students in grades K through 12 an opportunity to enhance their learning skills. Through the month of February the center will offer free diagnostic testing ($175 value) and a month of free math classes. Open Houses will be held every Saturday from 2-4 p.m. The Center is open Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 2:30-6:30 p.m. Located at 1227 N. IL Route 83, Unit H, Grayslake. Call (847) 548-8484.

The David Adler Music and Arts Center is accepting enrollment for summer music, arts and drama day-camp for children ages 4-13 years old with full-day and half-day options available. Campers choose their own various music, art and drama classes, scheduled to their interests. Two sessions offered: Session I - June 14 - July 2 and Session II - July 12 - 30. Sign up for one or for both. Students enrolled in both sessions receive a 10 percent discount on one session. Call (847) 367-0707 or visit www.adlercenter.org .

The Friendship Group is designed for the needs of children in grades 3-5 and 6-8 who wish to improve and develop skills in making and keeping friends. Starts Feb. 24-April 21.

YogaKids build strength, reduce stress and build flexibility in this six-week class. Starts Feb. 2 - March 9.

Love and Logic Parenting introduces parents to the approach to parenting children ages birth-12 years. Starts Feb. 1 - March 15.

Kindermusik early childhood music and movement program offers four developmental-level classes from newborn through age 7 in Gurnee and other locations. Call Susan at (847) 662-4208 or www.kindermusikbysusan.com

Bright Beginnings Home Day Care Network has openings for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Subsidized spaces are available. Call Amy Ceshker (847) 245-6577.

Community Youth Network provides services to residents of Lake, McHenry, Cook and Kenosha counties. The agency's programs are designed to provide comprehensive, outpatient social services to assist individuals and families experiencing difficulties in a variety of areas. Call (847) 548-6000.

The Boy Scouts offer the following programs: Call (847) 433-1813.

Cub Scouts boys in first through fifth grades

Boy Scouts boys in fifth through 12th grades

Venturing young men and women ages 14-21

The Boy Scouts of America Crew 273 meets from 7-8 p.m. the first Sunday of each month at Christ Lutheran Church, 595 Deerpath Road, Vernon Hills. Open to all young adults, male and female, ages 14 (and have graduated the eighth grade) through 20. Visit www.neic.org/venturing or e-mail Steve Cerve at stevecerve@comcast.net for more information.

Animal Education and Rescue's We Care! Youth Club meetings feature guest speakers, educational programs and fund-raising activities. The meetings are held from 3-5 p.m., the first Sunday of each month at Care Animal Hospital, 1101 W. Park Ave., Libertyville. Contact Animal Education and Rescue at (847) 816-0831. All events are listed on www.aear.org.

Congregation Or Shalom is accepting school registrations for students aged preschool and above for the 2009-2010 school year. Contact Marcia Cohen at (847) 362-1948.

The Goddard School, the preschool childcare center for children from six weeks to six-years-old, located at 461 W. Townline Road in Vernon Hills is now opened. Offering flexible schedules for children from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Call Ellen or Deborah at (847) 680-1886 to schedule a tour or reach the school at www.goddardschool.com.

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The Green Oaks, Libertyville, Mundelein, Vernon Hills (GLMV) Chamber of Commerce invites business people to attend the following events. Call (847) 680-0750 or visit www.glmvchamber.org

GLMV Networking Group 3x2, 7:30 a.m., first and third Friday every month, at TDS Metrocom, 200 Fairway Drive, Vernon Hills.

GLMV Women's Networking Group, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., second Tuesday of the month at Opa, 950 Lakeview Drive, Vernon Hills.

The Mundelein Park District and its Learning Center Preschool welcome all interested families to its annual Open House from 1-3 p.m., Feb. 28. The event is free and all ages are invited. Meet teachers, tour the facility, ask questions and enjoy free refreshments. The Learning Center is located at 1016 Diamond Lake Road, between Route 45 and Routes 60/83, in Mundelein. Registration for the 2010-2011 school year is now being accepted. Those residing in Park District boundaries are eligible for Mundelein resident tuition rates and convenient payment plans are also available. Download registration forms at www.mundeleinparks.org, or call (847) 566-5650 for more information.

The David Adler Music and Arts Center is accepting enrollment for its summer music, arts and drama day-camp. This camp is for children ages 4-13 years old with full-day and half-day options available. Campers choose their own various music, art and drama classes, so their schedule is suited to their interests. There are two sessions: Session I will run from June 14 - July 2 and Session II will run from July 12 - 30. Sign up for one or for both; students enrolled in both sessions receive a 10 percent discount on one session. Call (847) 367-0707 or visit www.adlercenter.org .

Celebration! Childcare offers a new program, Forever Friends, a program that brings children and elders together through activities or experiences at Celebration! Childcare, 29700 N. St. Mary's Road, Libertyville. Call (847) 367-6208.

Christ Lutheran Church and PreSchool in Vernon Hills invites local kindergarten families to join Miss Jayne's Kindergarten Kapers. This new after school session will meet on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from noon - 2:30 p.m. Children will explore science, make crafts and tackle simple cooking activities and include monthly themes as well as group games and music. The class will begin with a sack lunch from home. Contact Beth Sonnenberg at (847) 367-5791 or clcpreschool@aol.com

The Goddard School, the preschool childcare center for children from six weeks to six-years-old, located at 461 W. Townline Road in Vernon Hills is now opened. The new school will offer flexible schedules for children from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Children are encouraged to develop at their own pace in a warm environment supported by a team of dedicated teachers. Interested families can call Ellen or Deborah at (847) 680-1886 to schedule a tour or reach the school at www.goddardschool.com. Parents are also always welcome to just drop in for a tour.

The Boy Scouts of America Crew 273 meets from 7-8 p.m. the first Sunday of each month at Christ Lutheran Church, 595 Deerpath Road, Vernon Hills. Open to all young adults, male and female, ages 14 (and have graduated the eighth grade) through 20. Visit www.neic.org/venturing or e-mail Steve Cerve at stevecerve@comcast.net for more information.

Animal Education and Rescue's We Care! Youth Club meetings feature guest speakers, educational programs and fund-raising activities. The meetings are held from 3-5 p.m., the first Sunday of each month at Care Animal Hospital, 1101 W. Park Ave., Libertyville. Contact Animal Education and Rescue at (847) 816-0831. All events are listed on www.aear.org.

Congregation Or Shalom is accepting school registrations for students aged preschool and above for the 2009-2010 school year. Contact Marcia Cohen at (847) 362-1948.

The youth and adults of Grace Lutheran Church will participate in World Vision's 30-Hour Famine. Grace Youth will begin their 30-Hour Famine at 10 p.m., Feb. 19, and end at 8 p.m., Feb. 21. Grace will host activities at a sleepover as part of the Famine program at 6 p.m., Feb. 20. Youth and adults are welcome to come and take part in this event. Contact the church office or Jeff McClurg at (847)367-7050 or visit www.gracelutheranlibertyville.org to sign up. If you would like to make a donation to 30-Hour Famine/World Vision, you can go online to www.30hourfamine.org/partipants, and then "Create Your Own Fundraising Page". Our account number is 48910400. Grace is located at 501 Valley Park Drive in Libertyville.

Pancake Breakfast at Community Protestant Church, United Church of Christ will be held from 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Feb. 27 in the church's Fellowship Hall. The church's Usher's Club will be serving stacks of pancakes, hot from the griddle, sausages, and a variety of beverages. All this for only $6 for adults, $3 for kids 4-12, and kids 3 and under are free. Community Protestant is located at 418 N. Prairie in Mundelein. Call (847) 566-4000 for information.

Community Protestant Church, United Church of Christ will hold five Lenten Soup Suppers and Discussions at 6:15 p.m. Feb. 24-March 24 in the Fellowship Hall. The Discussion Group starts at 7 p.m. following the meal and is lead by our Adult Sunday School team. Topic is "Gospel Portraits of Jesus". Community Protestant Church is located at 418 N. Prairie Avenue in Mundelein. Call (847) 566-4000 for information.

Santa Maria Del Popolo Parish will open its door for the annual Parish mission, "Jesus, Mary and Joseph, I Give You My Heart and My Soul" with quest speaker and celebrant Fr. Frank Hoffman "Fr. Rocky", Senior Director of Mission, Programming, and Development of Relevant Radio. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be offered from 6 -7 p.m. The scheduled talks are: Joseph March 7 in Spanish, March 8 in English; Mary March 9 in Spanish, March 10 in English; Jesus March 11 Bi-lingual Mass. Call (847) 680-6818.

Congregation Or Shalom will offer a text study with Rabbi Scott Looper, "Bagels and Bible", 10 a.m. Thursday mornings, March 18 and April 8. "Judaism 201" will be offered Wednesday evenings on March 17 and March 21 taught by Rabbi Looper and Marcia Cohen. Call (847) 362-1948

Conscious Connection Group, a spiritual study group to increase your awareness of your oneness with God, meets at 5 p.m. on the second and fourth Sunday of the month at 1310 S. Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills (corner of Route 45 and Milwaukee Ave.). An Initiation of the Sacred Heart Ceremony will be led by Caterina Pellegrino from 7-9 p.m. on Feb. 10. Registration is required. Contact Rev. Patty Pipia at (847) 845-8818.

The Chaverot Group of Hadassah North Shore Chapter will host an Afternoon Women's Passover Seder on March 21 at Lakeside Lodge, 3561 Melody St. in Mundelein. Refreshments, symbolic of a seder, will be served. Cost will $18. Contact the North Shore office at (847) 205-1900 or email: northshore@hadassah.org

The Business Network Group (BNG) meets from 7:30-8:45 a.m. on the second and fourth Friday of the month at Grandma V's Restaurant, corner of Route 176 and 45 in Mundelein. BNG is a networking group that provides members not only with business referrals, but also with an atmosphere of friendship and professional support. Presentation on "The Keys to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)" will be the topic on Feb. 26. Contact Holly at (847) 362-0335 or visit www.bngonline.org .

The National Exchange Club, a service organization composed of some 733 clubs across the United States and Puerto Rico is building a new club in the Libertyville, Mundelein, and Vernon Hills area. Most meetings take place at 8 a.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Administration Building of Libertyville District 70, 1381 Lake Street, Libertyville. Exchange Club members have the opportunity to develop personal and business leadership skills and network with other members while completing service projects that benefit the community. From now through March 31, Exchange Clubs across America and Puerto Rico will begin their Stand Up America! membership campaigns. The participating clubs will offer a 90-day trial membership to anyone interested in trying out the Exchange Club. Local members will be available to answer questions about the National Exchange Club and local club activities. Contact Mike Oster at (847) 899-9651.

The Libertyville Lions Club meets the first and third Monday of the month at the Libertyville Civic Center, on Cook Street. Contact Dan Kniola at (847) 816-8458 or Ray Gerard at (847) 327-9932 or visit www.libertyvillelions.org. The Libertyville Lions Club collects used eye glasses, hearing aids, cell phones and ink cartridges all year round. Collection boxes are located in various locations around the Village.

The Auxiliary of Condell Medical Center is seeking new members. Members host fund-raising events, promote special projects and provide educational programs to the community. Call (847) 990-5615.

Networking meeting for women meets from 7:30-8:30 p.m. on Tuesdays at Grandma V's Pancake House, 10 E. Maple in Mundelein. The organization provides business information, referrals and support for its members. Call (815) 236-2426.

Snowseekers Ski Club invites families, couples and singles of all ages and abilities to join them at First Prersbyterian Church, corner of Maple and Douglas Ave. in Libertyille. The club offers great skiing/snowboarding trips to Midwest and Western ski areas. Visit www.snowseekers.org or call (847) 289-1811.

Nehara Hadassah Couples Bowling League invites you to join them at bowling at 8 p.m. on the fourth Saturday of each month at the Lakeside Lanes, 900 S. Lake in Mundelein. $25/per couple/per month culminating with a banquet and prizes in May. Contact the Hadassah North Shore office at (847) 205-1900, or e-mail: northshore@hadassah.org

Lake County Marine Corps League Detachment is being reactivated. All former or current Marines are welcome to join us as well as Navy Corpsman attached to various Marine Corps units. Meetings are held from 7:30-9 p.m. on the third Monday of the month, at The In-Laws Restaurant, 720 Milwaukee Ave, Gurnee. Call Butch Torkelsen at (847) 343-4993 or Bill Gretz of Lake Bluff after 6 p.m. at (847)-334-7388.

Lake County Mothers of Twins and More Club meet the fourth Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the Grayslake Middle School in Grayslake, Route 83 and Center Street, just north of Route 120 unless otherwise indicated. Contact (847) 752-8505 with any questions.

Lake County Scrabble Group meets the third Tuesday of the month. Adults, all levels of play are welcome. Visit www.meetup.com/LakeCountyScrabble or call (847) 951-6620 for more information.

IFN Mom's Group invites moms of all ages to join them from 6:30-8 p.m. every third Friday of the month (October - May) to find renewal in a role as a MuslimMom. They are located 1751 O'Plaine Road, Libertyville. Nursery opens at 6 p.m. for children drop-off. Call Nancy (847) 239-4077 or Arshia (847) 672-7664.

Libertyville Chapter of TOPS IL 1711 (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly), a support group meeting at 7 p.m. Mondays at the Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St. For information, call Mary at (847) 548-1075 or Sharon at (847) 682-5835.

Mom to Mom is a group for moms designed to equip and encourage mothers as they share the joys and frustrations of motherhood. They meet from 9-11 a.m. the second and fourth Fridays of each month at Libertyville Covenant Church, 250 S. St. Mary's Road, (847) 362-3308. Childcare is provided. Call the church to register.

Lake County Women's Club is a social club welcoming all area women. For a free newsletter and membership information, call Leppy at (847) 680-7789.

Lake County Parents Without Partners Chapter 247 invites single, divorced or widowed parents with a living child or children to join the organization. Call (847) 817-5687 or www.info@pwplakecounty.org

Libertyville Chess Club, held at the Civic Center in Libertyville, offers individual chess game instruction for all ages, playing tournaments, game analysis every Saturday from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

The Mundelein Lions Club meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month, September through June, at the Vernon Hills Golf Course, 291 Evergreen Drive, in Vernon Hills. Call the Golf Course at (847) 680-9310.

The North Lakes Chapter of the Illinois Education Association Retired (IEA-R) teachers meets every second Thursday of the month at In-Laws restaurant on Milwaukee Ave (Route 21) in Gurnee. Guests are welcome. Call Gene at (847) 362-0305.

The Mundelein Community Women's Club (MCWC) meets the first Wednesday of each month to plan social and community activities. Call Judy Parriott at (847) 566-5398.

The Libertyville Noon Rotary Club meets at noon every Thursday at Lambs Farm, intersection of I-94 and Route 176, Libertyville. Libertyville. Call John Snow, (847) 816-3438.

The Libertyville Sunrise Rotary meets at 7 a.m. Wednesdays at Lambs Farm in Libertyville. Call Andy Robinson, club president, at (847) 918-9996, or visit www.libertyvillesunriserotaryclub.org.

The Rotary Club of Mundelein-Vernon Hills meets at 12:15 p.m. every Monday at Dover Straits Restaurant on U.S. Route 45 in Mundelein. Guests and prospective members are welcome.

The Mundelein Jaycees is a community service and leadership training organization for young people between the ages of 18 and 39. The next meeting is 7:30 p.m., the fourth Thursday of the month at Century 21 Marketplace, corner of U.S. Routes 45 and 176. Call Sam Valenti at (847) 722-2828 or visit www.mundeleinjaycees.com

The Auxiliary of Condell Medical Center is seeking new members. Members host fund-raising events, promote special projects and provide educational programs to the community. Call (847) 990-5615.

The Newcomers and Neighbors of Libertyville host monthly socials, outings, book club, bunco, dinners or lunches. For information, call Pam at (847) 249-2603 or visit www.newcomersclub.com.

The Kiwanis Club of Libertyville, Mundelein and Vernon Hills meets every Wednesday morning at 7:30 at the Lambs Farm Restaurant, U.S. Route 176 and Interstate 94, in Libertyville. Call Randy Webster at (847) 968-4280 or e-mail rwebster@libertyvillebank.com

Home and Garden Club meets the third Thursday of the month in various members homes. This year's programs cover decorating your home with stenciling, flower show, craft night and more. For information on becoming a member, call Debbie at (847) 247-8847.

Lake County Women's Club offers morning coffees, bridge, golf, bowling, and more. For information, call Leppy at (847) 680-7789.

The Shoreline Dance Club invites couples to their January dance on Feb. 20 at the Gorton Community Center, 400 E. Illinois Road in Lake Forest. You and your partner will review basic waltz steps and learn new ones in a relaxed atmosphere. The lesson promptly begins at 7:30 p.m. and is followed by an evening of social dancing. Admission per couple is $20 for members and $25 for guests. Membership per couple is $20 per year. Attire is dressy/casual and refreshments are provided. Adults of all ages and dancing abilities are welcome.

It's a party every "First Friday" of the month for the 2010 MainStreet from 6-9 p.m. Stroll around the downtown where you may find a guitarist, a working artist, jazz band, wine tasting or any number of fun and entertaining events in the stores.

Snowmen on Parade runs through March 5 in downtown Libertyville where you will find 12 5-foot snowmen decorated by various schools and civic groups. Memers of the design groups will present their snowmen from 7-8 p.m. on the First Friday. Stop in a store and cast your vote for your favorite "Frosty." Each participating store willhave a snowman theme for the month. The winning snowman will get a $500 prize for his sponsoring group. Vote for as many snowmen and as often as you like. Ballots will be located inside the stores and snowmen will move from one location in the downtown to another throughout the month, even on the side streets. After March 5, there will be an on-line auction for the individual snowmen with proceeds going to the sponsoring civic organizations.

Santa Maria del Popolo, 123 N. Lake St, Mundelein, hosts Bingo every Monday at their new Parish Center Facility. Doors open at 5 p.m., everyone 18 and older are welcome to play. Early bird game starts at 6:45 p.m.

The Libertyville Community Education Program offers the five-week course, Growing Roses in Northern Illinois, taught by Jerry Cleland and Andy Plasz. The course consists of two parts: five theory lessons held at Libertyville High School, and five field lessons held at the Lynn Arthur Rose Garden in downtown Libertyville. Theory classes will cover selection of roses for this area, site selection and ground preparation, diseases and prevention, fertilization and general maintenance and winter protection. The exact schedule, which will depend on growing conditions next season, will be posted later. Registration fee is $49 and stays open until two weeks before the first session at 7 p.m., March 3. Call the Community Education Program at (847) 932-2176 or go to www.ComEd128.org

The Thrift Shop accepts donations of new and gently used items including clothing, jewelry, collectibles, books, linens, toys, tools, electronics, lamps, kitchen wares and more. Donation drop-offs are accepted between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. To learn more, visit www.lambsfarm.org/business/ thriftshop.html

Cook Memorial:

Cook Memorial Library, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, requires registration for some programs. For information, call (847) 362-2330 or visit www.cooklib.org

The Libertyville-Mundelein Historical Society board members have decided to cancel the traditional summer Sunday tours of the Ansel B. Cook Mansion and Museum located in Cook Park, Libertyville. The safety of visitors and the possible loss of parking availability due to the Cook Library expansion project made this decision necessary.

Read, Rave, Rant Book Discussion - morning book discussion group meets at 10 a.m. Wednesdays at the St. Joseph's Formation Center, 112 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. The evening book discussion group meets at 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the St. Joseph's Formation Center.

Moving Pictures, Dancing Feet, 1:15 p.m., March 5 at the St. Joseph's Formation Center. Get ready to laugh with movies, music, movement, and crafts. Children ages 2 - 6 and caregivers are welcome.

Super Saturdays, 10:30 a.m., March 6, 13 and 20 at the Temporary Library Center. Join us for stories, songs and crafts designed for kids aged 2 - 7 and their favorite adults

Registered Storytimes for all ages:

Healthy Eating Around the World Family Snack Workshop, noon Feb. 20 at Laschen Community Center, 294 Evergreen Drive, Vernon Hills. Sample vegetable salsa from Mexico, hummus from the Middle East, fruit kabobs from the tropics, and pick up a few healthy snacking tips along the way. All ages are welcome, but all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Novel Adventures! Family Fun Day, 2-3:30 p.m., March 1 at the Sullivan Community Center, 635 N. Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills. It will be an afternoon of fun as you traverse our book-themed activity course! All ages are welcome but all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Winter Programs:

Ride the Rails With the Cook Story Train - Join Librarians from the Cook Memorial Public Library on the 11 a.m. train to Union Station in Chicago and enjoy a special story time on the train. Arrive at Union Station at noon and enjoy the rest of the day on your own in Chicago. Train schedules for your return trip and suggestions of things to do in the city will be provided. Cost of the program is a $5 Weekend Pass for adults, up to three children under 11 years of age may ride for free with each paying adult.

"Readercise" Reading Club - Lift those books and enjoy what's inside as you participate in the club through March 6. For children from birth to grade three

Walk-in Craft Projects - Look for creative holiday and winter fun for all ages at the Evergreen Interim Library, 290 Evergreen Drive, Vernon Hills and in the Children's Department at the Temporary Library Center,114 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville Feb.25 - March 1; and March 29 - April 5.

Family Storm Chaser Adventure

Get the lowdown on storm chasing from Dan Bocklund, a geologist and member of the group, Chasing4Life at 6:30 p.m., March 18 at the Laschen Community Center, 294 Evergreen Drive, Vernon Hills.

Fremont:

Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. All programs are free. Registration is required for some programs. Call (847) 566-0702 or visit www.fremontlibrary.org.

Three music-and-dance "Jam" programs: Baby Jam, 9:45 and 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays for ages 6 months through 2 years with an adult; Family Jam, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays for ages 6 months through 5 years with an adult; Preschool Jam, 9:45 and 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, for 3-5-year-olds with an adult. Siblings are welcome at all "Jams," and parents are asked to choose one "Jam" per child.

Free one-on-one computer tutoring for adults will be held at 3 and 4 p.m. every Thursday. Tutors will teach information ranging from basic computing and how to buy a computer to intermediate Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Patrons are limited to one session per week. Call Adult Service Desk, (847) 918-3206.

Scrabble for Adults 6:30-8:30 p.m., the first Tuesday of each month. Playing boards are provided. All levels of players are welcome.

Adult Book Discussion, 7 p.m. Feb. 23 - This month's book selection is Hope's Edge: The Next Diet for a Small Planet by Frances Moore Lappe and Anna Lappe. The discussion will be led by Wendy Brown of the College of Lake County and Ted Hazelgrove of McHenry County College. Copies of the book are available at the library.

Wednesday Night Blockbuster, 6:30 p.m. Feb. 24 - "Public Enemies," starring Johnny Depp as John Dillinger and Christian Bale as FBI agent Melvin Purvis, will be shown on the big screen on the second floor. Registration is not required.

Great Books Discussion, 9:15 a.m. Feb. 27 - This month's book selection is For Whom the Bell Tolls by Ernest Hemingway. Copies of the book are available at the library.

LIBERTYVILLE

Libertyville Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration for programs. Programs are held at the Libertyville Sports Complex, 1950 N. Highway 45, Libertyville. Call (847) 918-7275. Registration forms for GLSA clinics and programs can be found at www.glsa.org or at the GLSA office, 1860 W. Winchester Road., Suite 204, Libertyville. Visit www.libertyville.com or (847) 367-7054

Sponsor a picnic table and dedication plaque for the LTSC Complex for $200. Twenty-two tables are available for sponsorship. Donation forms are available at www.glsa.org.

House League Basketball - Leagues are available for boys and girls grades three-eight. Games played Dec. 12-March 6. Program fee is $140 res./$165 non-res.

MUNDELEIN

The Mundelein Park and Recreation District, 1401 N. Midlothian Road. For information or to register, call (847) 566-0650. Registration forms are accepted via drop off, mail or fax to (847) 566-8557. The following are programs offered:

A Legislative Breakfast will take place at 8:30 a.m., Feb. 27 at the Park District's Regent Center, 1200 Regent Drive in Mundelein to provide a forum for discussion and provide an opportunity for our leaders and agencies to work together in support of issues facing Lake County and municipalities, as well as learn about priorities in Springfield. The forum will bring together state and local legislators, and representatives from 25 park districts, forest preserve and conservation agencies.

Embrace the chill and thrill at the Mundelein Park District's sled hill and ice rink at Keith Mione Community Park on Midlothian Road (between Route 176 and Winchester Road). Enjoy ice hockey and open skate until 9 p.m. daily. The lighted hill is open daily 10 a.m.-8 p.m., weather permitting with three inches of snow, for sledding fun-- non-metal sleds, tubes and saucers permitted. Snowboards, skis and the constructing of jumps are not allowed. Free sledding is also available at Diamond Lake Sports Complex, Route 60/83, in Mundelein. Access for sledding is at the north end of the parking area. A minimum of three inches of snow and five-inch thickness of pond ice is required. Signs are posted if the area is closed.

Join Mundelein Park District's and Park View Health & Fitness Center's new 8-week fitness program, Walk 'n' Roll Bingo Club. The affordable program, for adults and young adults (16 and older), runs Feb. 1 - March 26 and combines the challenge of a walking/jogging workout away from the weather with the fun of bingo. It's just $15 for Mundelein residents ($30 non-residents) for unlimited use of the indoor track for the two-month period. Participants can register for the program by calling (847) 566-0650.

Barefoot Bay and Diamond Lake Beach Early Bird discounted season passes are on sale through April 9. Individual, senior and family passes are available with special rates for Mundelein residents. Passes can be purchased Monday-Friday at the Mundelein Community Center, 1401 N. Midlothian Road.

Cooking Creations for ages 2 - 9 years, Feb. 26 at Diamond Recreation Center. Learn proper table manners and basic cooking techniques as you make friends and build confidence. Ages 3-5 years meet from 12:15 - 1:45 p.m.; ages 6-9 years meet 4-5:30 p.m.

Affordable Discovery (ages 5 to 8) and Explorer (ages 9 to 12) day camps are now open for registration at the Mundelein Park District. For camp dates, more information, or to register, call (847)566-0650, stop by the Mundelein Community Center on Midlothian Road, or visit www.mundeleinparks.org.

Park View Party Packages - The Mundelein Park District introduces party packages. Parties are held in the Mundelein Community Center and are hosted by supervisors. Call Laura at (847) 566-0650, ext. 39 for more information.

Weight Watchers meets from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday evenings and Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. at the Mundelein Community Center, 1401 N. Midlothian Road, between Route 176 and Winchester Road, in Mundelein.

Multi-Purpose Activity Center for adults ages 50 and older offers a variety of year-round activities, special events, fitness programs, day trips and health and wellness. Open weekdays, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Call (847) 566-4790.

Make a big splash with open and family swim, lap lane workouts, water aerobics and swim lessons for all levels/ages. Daily swim passes are available with fees starting at $4/kids and $5/adults ($8/$6 for non-residents). Ages two and under are free with adult fee. Or, try a daily Ultimate Pass for an entire workout -- open gym, track, pool and fitness areas, starting at $12 for adults ($17 non-residents)

VERNON HILLS

Vernon Hills Park District program registration may be completed online at www.vhparkdistrict.com, mail-in or drop off at Sullivan Center, 635 N. Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills, or faxed to (847) 996-6801. For information, call (847) 996-6933.

Glacier Ice Arena will offer free skate rental from 4-6 p.m.on winter weekends in the Hartmann Pavilion. The Hartmann Pavilion will be staffed and serve as a warming shelter from 4-9 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. The ice rink will be open weekdays until 9 p.m.

Little Learners Preschool is a nine-month education program for 2-5 year olds. Preschool programs are offered for 2-5 year olds with optional before and after preschool programs to compliment the children's learning experience. Call Gail Herrmann, Early Childhood Supervisor, at (847) 996-6808 for availability of classes.

Adult Basketball League for ages 18 and older, are invited to join one of three adult basketball leagues, depending on skill level. Information packets are available at the Sullivan Center. League play is held at the Sullivan Community Center and/or local schools. Tuesdays and/or Thursdays; R/NR $625 team/$675 team.

Open Table Tennis Play is offered from 6-9 p.m. to all skill levels every Tuesday and Friday at the Sullivan Community Center. The drop-in fee is $5. No registration is required.

Table Tennis Club is a drop-in program for all ages and skill levels on Fridays and Tuesdays. Participants will have the ability to play table tennis from 6-9 p.m. at the Sullivan Community Center.

March Madness, 1- 3 p.m., or 3:30-5:30 p.m., March 7 for boys, ages 4-8, and their moms in the Sullivan Center Community Room. An afternoon of activities for Moms and their sons consisting of games, relays and some friendly competition. The Wildlife Discovery Center in Lake Forest will be presenting a show with animals ranging from snakes to crocodilians! Snacks will be served. Pre-registration is required.

ust the Two of Us, 6:30-8:30 p.m., March 19 -an evening of dancing for girls, ages 3-8 years and their dads at the Sullivan Center. Couples can get creative at the ice cream/dessert bar and enjoy planned games. Pre-registration is required.

Annual Hoppin' Holiday Hunt 9-11 a.m., March 27 at the Sullivan Community Center. Visit with the Bunny, delight in the magic show, enjoy a continental breakfast and hunt for brightly colored eggs! Weather permitting; the egg hunt will be outside. Pre-registration is required.

Little Learner's Preschool Open House,10:30 - noon, March 27 at the Sullivan Community Center. Meet the teachers, learn about the curriculum, and view the classrooms. Contact Gail Herrmann, Early Childhood Supervisor, at (847) 996-6808 or gailh@vhparkdistrict.org

Nike and SWALCO (Solid Waste Agency of Lake County) have partnered to bring Nike's Reuse-A-Shoe Program to Lake County. Reuse-A-Shoe collects worn-out athletic shoes of any brand. A collection box for used athletic shoes is located in the Sullivan Community Center, 635 N. Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills. No metal parts including grommets or cleats will be allowed. No dress shoes, sandals, boots, water "socks" or flip flops are acceptable. For more information, visit www.co.lake.il.us/swalco/programs/shoes.asp.

Libertyville Senior Center offers activities, parties and trips. For information or reservations, call (847) 247-7659.

Activities/Programs:

New Wii Games, 1 p.m., Feb. 22

Book Review and Luncheon, "In Character: Jenny Riddle's One-Woman Shows -- Queen Noor," noon lunch, program begins at 1 p.m.

Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter offers a free ongoing drop-in grief support group on the second and fourth Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. at 904B S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Call (847) 467-7423.

Multiple Sclerosis Self-Help Group meets from 7-9 p.m., on the second Wednesday of every month at Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville. For anyone who has MS, or lives with, is a caregiver, a friend, or neighbor of someone who has MS, join us for positive, practical and educational conversation about your life or someone in your life with MS. Speakers include neurologists, physical therapists, legislators, MS experts and people like you. Call Kendra Saeman at (847) 855-9656.

Support Group for Adoptive Families will be offered by Celeberation! Childcare Center to lend support to community families during the adoption transition. Call (847) 367-4060.

Helping Children Heal From the Hurt of Divorce, a special place for kids ages 5-12 to find help and healing. Our DC4Kids group combines games, crafts, activities, music and videos to create a fun atmosphere where children feel comfortable and accepted and they will find joy and hope built on God's love. Depressed Anonymous, a 12-step meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. every Thursday evening at New Hope Christian Fellowship, 1401 S. Lake St., Mundelein, across from Consumers Credit Union. Call (847) 219-2577 or e-mail LakeCountyDA@gmail.com. Web site: www.depressedanon.com.

DivorceCare for adults is run simultaneously.The group meets from 4:45-6:45 p.m., Sundays at Crossroads Church, 1350 State Route 137, Grayslake. Call (847) 362-7120 or email divorce-support@hotmail.com to register.

Conscious Connection Group is a spiritual study group to increase your awareness of your oneness with God meeting at 5 p.m. on the first and third Sunday of the month at Jonathan's Portrait Studio, 1310 S. Milwaukee Rd., Vernon Hills. Call (847) 845-8818.

Condell Medical Center offers an ongoing drop-in cancer support group that meets at 10 a.m. Wednesdays in the patient lounge on the fourth floor (north unit) at the hospital, 801 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. For information, call (847) 990-5199.

Cardiac Support Group for women with cardiac disease, hosted by local resident and heart patient, Debbie Dunn, a national WomenHeart spokesperson and speaker for the American Heart Association. Meetings take place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the last Tuesaday of the month in Condell's Day Center Solarium, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville.

Just for Teens Program Presenter - Y-ME Illinois, an affiliate of Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization, offers an early detection program for high school senior girls. All training materials are provided. For information, call Patty Jacobs at (708) 386-6179 or visit www.y-me.org/illinois.

Willow House is a non-profit organization that provides support for grieving children, teens, young adults and their families. Groups are held monthly in Arlington Heights and Libertyville. Call (847) 940-0779 for information or to register.

Moms in Touch International Prayer Groups are available for every school in Libertyville (public and parochial), and for every child from kindergarten through college and career. For information, call Nancy Telling at (847) 367-1524.

Tourette Connection provides resources, education and socializing for anyone whose life is touched by Tourette's. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at the Libertyville Covenant Church (U.S. Route 176 and St. Mary's Road) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Children are welcome to attend. Call Maureen at (847) 690-5061 or Shari (847) 549-7810.

Miscarriage, stillbirth, or death support group for those who have experienced a lost pregnancy or loss of a baby at age one or younger. The group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month in the New Life Meeting Room on the second floor, off the hospital's main entrance. Contact Bereavement Coordinator Lori Adams at (847) 990-5407. There is no cost to participate.

The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago sponsors a monthly Vernon Hills Support Group for parents of children with epilepsy. The group meets at 9:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday of each month in the Deerpath Room of the Larry Laschen Community Center, 294 Evergreen Drive, Vernon Hills. Call Jessica Parker at (800) 273-6027, Ext. 143.

Depressive and Manic Depressive Association of Libertyville, an independent affiliate of National DMDA will meet at 7 p.m., Thursdays, at St. Lawrence Episcopal Church. Contact John P. for information at (847) 336-8346.

Multiple Choice Mothers of Multiples Club, a support group for parents of multiples and those expecting multiples, meets the second Wednesday of each month in a members home. Call (847) 634-9123 or (847) 520-1591.

Kids Who Care support group, for children ages 6 to 12, who have a family member with a chronic or life-threatening illness, provides a supportive framework of professionals and peers in which to express feelings and concerns and develop coping skills. Contact Youth and Family Counseling, Karen Welsh, at (847) 367-5991 for information.

Family Circle sponsors programs for parents of young children to age 6. Drop-In is open from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday mornings at the First Presbyterian Church, 219 W. Maple, Libertyville. Contact Sarah Christian, director, at (847) 367-5991, Ext. 14, for information.

The Illinois Carol Fisher Chapter of the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, Inc., sponsors the Lake County Support Group for patients and families of those suffering from Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. This support group meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Condell Conference Center, 201 S. Milwaukee, in Libertyville in the Adult Day Care Room. Contact Aaron at (414) 697-9381

Staying Afloat, a Caregivers Therapy Group for those who care for a loved one who is disabled or whose illness is prolonged. Weekly meetings are offered. Call Margaret Moore, (847) 390-9145 or Sharon Zima, (847) 299-6311.

Al-Anon Family Groups (for relatives and friends of alcoholics) meetings are available seven days a week in Lake County. Call (847)680-4640 or www.NIAFG.org.

Hopeful Moms a Christian support group for women who are experiencing infertility meets the first Tuesday of each month in the Mundelein/Libertyville area. Contact Julie Ragland at (847) 487-9187.

The Lake County Home Day Care Network meets on the third Tuesdays at the Community Protestant Church, 418 N. Prairie, Mundelein. The organization supports and mentors family child care providers. Call Jeanne or Betsy at (847) 566-9841.

Winchester House Adult Day Care Program is designed to provide a supportive, safe environment, which will encourage independence. Activities will be provided and based on individual interest and ability. Call Quimby Wysokins at (847) 377-7227.

Ongoing Breast Cancer Support Group meeting, 1-2:30 p.m., every third Friday of the month at Condell's Intergenerational Day Center's solarium in the Allen Conference Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. For information, call (847) 990-5818.

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