NW suburban adult social calendar

Events for adults that are largely social, such as singles events, reunions, game nights, wine tastings and adult open gym nights. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.

Feb. 15New Beginnings: Meets 7:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15, Hughes Center at St. Matthews Church, 1001 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Catholic oriented nondenominational social support organization for the separated, divorced, widowed and single person. $3 per meeting. For a listing of monthly events e-mail newbeginnings@aol.com or call (630) 307-0095 or (847) 965-8072.That's Amore: 2-3 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Heather Braoudakis features music from musical theater to big band about different kinds of love. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Feb. 16PIETA: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16, Saint Edna, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Support group for others who have lost a son or daughter. Margaret, (847) 398-3362, ext. 318. Bring a friend."The Week in Review and You": 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 16, 23 and March 2, Congregation Beth Judea, Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. Rabbi Robert Gamer explores the headlines from a Jewish perspective. To register, (847) 634-0777.Feb. 17Surviving the Loss of a Spouse: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 17, Jewish Child and Family Services, 1156 Shure Drive, Arlington Heights. Topics include coping with grief, making decisions, managing relationships and staying healthy. $7 per session. (847) 392-8820 or jcfs.orgBingo: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 17, Des Plaines Elks Club, 495 Lee St., Des Plaines. Free coffee and soda with $500 coverall and bonanza. Public is invited.Meditation with Om Johari: 12:15-1:15 p.m. Wednesdays, Feb. 17 and 24, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Learn relaxation techniques and breathing tips. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Feb. 18To Be Joyful Again: 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, Holy Family Parish, 2525 W. Palatine Road, Inverness. A nondenominational support group for widows, widowers or anyone who has lost a significant other. Social hour followed by a speaker at 8 p.m. Call Mike, (847) 882-6901 or Elaine, (847) 705-9886.Love Songs from Around the World: 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Vocalist Shirlee Todd and pianist Gail Mangurten will present famous love songs in Italian, Hebrew, Russian and more. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.Feb. 19Coffee and Conversation: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 19, Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Monthly current events discussion group, provides an open, nonpartisan forum for community members to share their views. Moderated discussion. To register, mppl.org/events or call (847) 253-5675.Feb. 21'The Elixir of Wine Chocoate': 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21, The Garlands of Barrington, Robie Lounge, 1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington. Barrington Chapter of Lyric Opera of Chicago host an afternoon of wine, assorted chocolates and musical entertainment. Coffee and non-alcoholic beverages also included. $25 members; $30 guests. Call George, (847) 985-0837.Drumming Circle: 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21, Christ Community Mennonite Church, 888 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Registered music therapist Rita Lopienski, leads the circle. Learn about the history of African drums, how they are used in their culture and religious events and how they are used currently for self expression, spirituality, creativity and stress reduction. (847) 895-3676 or christcommunitymennonite.org.Feb. 23Phoenix Group: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 23, Hurley Center at Saint Edna, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Support group for those struggling with divorce. Adults of all ages. Denise, (847) 392-3155 or Margaret, (847) 398-3362, ext. 318.Feb. 24Jump-Start Your Job Search: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Free program featuring library resources that are available for all job hunters. Topics include free resources for writing a resume, preparing for a job interview, organizing your job hunt and more. Q A session is included. (847) 259-6060.Comfort Soups and Sauces: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Dave Esau of Dave's Specialty Foods in Mount Prospect demonstrates soups and sauces that are sure to warm you up. Call (847) 358-5881, ext. 167 or palatinelibrary.org.Feb. 25Mourning Circle: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, Hurley Center at St. Edna, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Support group for those who have been windowed. Bring a friend. Margaret, (847) 398-3362, ext. 318.Feb. 26Delightful Dining: 6 p.m. Saturday, March 6, Ballydoyle, 5157 Main St., Downers Grove. Reservations to Brooke at (630) 588-8289 or brooke@delightfuldining.com before Friday, Feb. 26.March 2Drop-in Scrabble: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 2, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Adults interested in playing a casual game of Scrabble are welcome to drop in. Boards and dictionaries provided.March 4Adult social Scrabble: 1:30-3 p.m. Thursday, March 4, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Library supplies the boards and a Scrabble dictionary. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 132 or palatinelibrary.org. Adult social Scrabble: 1:30-3 p.m. Thursday, March 4, Palatine Public Library District, 700 N. North Court. Library supplies the boards and a Scrabble dictionary. To register, (847) 358-5881, ext. 132 or palatinelibrary.org.March 9Super-Couponing Swap: 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 9, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Trade coupons, spend time with other coupon lovers and share stories of great deals. (847) 459-4100 or www.indiantrailslibrary.org.March 11Chicago Flower and Garden Show: 8:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Thursday, March 11, Navy Pier, Chicago. Bus departs from the Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road. $32 includes bus transportation and admission. To register, (847) 923-3347.March 12Delightful Dining: 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 19, Sogno di Barrella, 100 N. Hale St., Wheaton. Reservations to Brooke at (630) 588-8289 or brooke@delightfuldining.com before Friday, March 12.March 14Russian Jeopardy Club: 12:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, March 14, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Play the famous intellectual team game in Russian. You don't have to be an expert to join. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.April 3Delightful Dining: 6 p.m. Saturday, April 10, Costa's, 1S130 Summit Ave., Oakbrook Terrace. Reservations to Brooke at (630) 588-8289 or brooke@delightfuldining.com before Saturday April 3.April 16Delightful Dining: Friday, April 23, Kiku's Japanese Steakhouse, 2764 Aurora Ave., Naperville. Reservations to Brooke at (630) 588-8289 or brooke@delightfuldining.com before Friday, April 16.Reunionsbull; Siena High School all-class reunion: 11 a.m. Saturday, April 17, at the former school (now Catalyst School/Circle Urban Ministries) 5600 W. Washington Blvd., Chicago. The reunion committee is searching for alumnae from all classes. Send contact information about alumnae to Siena All-Class Reunion, P.O. Box 721073, Roselle, IL, 60172, as soon as possible.bull; Roosevelt High School, Chicago, Class of 1975 35th reunion July 10, 2010. For information e-mail rhsr1975@yahoo.combull; Elmwood Park High School Class of 1960: Reunion planned for Sept. 24 and 25, 2010, Sheraton Gateway suites, Chicago O'Hare. Contact Herb Hellstrom, (815) 344-9042 or cardood@comcast.net. bull; Deerfield High School Class of 1989: Looking for alumni for its 20-year reunion. Call (888) 409-TEAM.WII Game: 1:30 p.m., Mondays, Rolling Meadows Senior Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive (847) 818-3205.Movin' On: A nondenominational social group whose purpose is to provide a welcoming, social situation exclusively for widowed men and women in the Northwest suburbs. Call Lenore at (847) 458-9697 for event and club information.