Arts and Entertainment
Music
Live music Jazz on Saturdays, open mike Tuesdays, Josephine’s Martini and Wine Bar, 207 S. Villa Ave., Villa Park. (630) 758-0012.
Live entertainment Karaoke, Mondays; DJ Ron and free salsa lessons, Tuesdays; Pop pianist Mike Brumfield Thursdays, Muldoon’s, 133 Front St., Wheaton. (630) 668-8866.
Weekly entertainment Live bands play Tuesdays through Sundays, 100 South Chop House, 100 S. York Road, Elmhurst. (630) 782-9091.
“WDCB Jazz Thursdays” 7 to 10 p.m. Thursdays, Adelle’s, 1060 College Ave., Wheaton.
Music and games Live music, 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays; family game nights, 6 p.m. Fridays, La Spiaza Coffee House/Cafe, 114 N. Main St., Wheaton.
Chorus seeks new members The Choral-Aires, an award-winning Sweet Adelines Chorus, seeks new members and invites local women who like to sing, to attend chorus practices from 7 to 10 p.m. Mondays at Elmhurst Presbyterian Church, 367 Spring Road. For information, call Jane Toftey at (630) 665-8387.
Singers needed The Combined Church Choir of Itasca is seeking singers to help put on its annual charity fundraiser Christmas performance, with orchestra, on Dec. 6. Both men and women singers needed. First rehearsal is 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 5, at First Presbyterian Church of Itasca, 207 E. Center St. Interested singers call Dan D’Andrea at (630) 322-9187.
Art
"Living an Artful Life" exhibit Through Sept. 30, Village of Bartlett Art Gallery, second floor, 228 S. Main St. Three residents of Victory Centre of Bartlett are featured: Art Funk, Pat Leonard and Norma Simone. For more information, call (630) 372-4152.
Theater
"The Hiding Place" Overshadowed Theatrical Productions, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 19 to 20, 23, 25 to 27, 30, Oct. 2 to 4, Overshadowed Theater, 210 S. Walnut St. $12 adults, $10 seniors and students, in advance; $14 adults, $12 seniors and students, at the door. For tickets, call (630) 250-7518, www.overshadowedproductions.com.
Library
Children's book discussion 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26, Itasca Community Library, 500 W. Irving Park Road. Grades 1 to 3. Book is "Miss Daisy is Crazy," by Dan Gutman. Books will be discussed along with games, crafts and other activities. Books available for check-out at Circulation Desk. Register at (630) 773-1699, www.itascalibrary.org.
Movie showing 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, Glenside Public Library, 25 E. Fullerton Ave., Glendale Heights. Free. Sign-up at the Adult Reference Desk or call (630) 260-1550.
"Book Brunch" Kids 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, Bartlett Public Library, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Grades 4 to 6. Food and discussion of the book, "H.I.V.E." by Mark Walden. Books available at the circulation desk. (630) 837-2855, www.bartlett.lib.il.us.
"Backyardigans Bash" 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 22, Itasca Community Library, 500 W. Irving Park Road. Ages 2 to 5. Sing and dance along with the "Backyardigans." Create a craft and enjoy a snack based on one of the group's adventures. Register at (630) 773-1699, www.itascalibrary.org.
Toddler Tales storytime Fall session six-week storytime will meet from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, through Oct. 14, Roselle Public Library, 40 S. Park St. Ages 20 to 35 months with adult. Register at (630) 529-1641, Ext. 351, www.roselle.lib.il.us.
Globe-trotters program 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23, Itasca Community Library, 500 W. Irving Park Road. Grades 3 to 6. Celebrate culture, crafts, food and sports from different countries around the world. Sept. 23 class visits Spain. Register at (630) 773-1699, www.itascalibrary.org.
Architecture slide lecture 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23, Glenside Public Library, 25 E. Fullerton Ave., Glendale Heights. Art historian and professor, Jeff Mishur, will speak on famous architecture in Chicago. Free. Register at the Adult Services Desk or call (630) 260-1550.
Dealing with debt seminar 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23, Roselle Public Library, 40 S. Park St. Attorney Greg Martucci will discuss options under Chapter 7 and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code. To register, call (630) 529-1641, Ext. 211, www.roselle.lib.il.us.
Preschool storytime Fall session six-week storytime will meet from 10 to 10:30 a.m. or 1 to 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays, through Oct. 15, Roselle Public Library, 40 S. Park St. Ages 3 to 5. Register at (630) 529-1641, Ext. 351, www.roselle.lib.il.us.
Lyric Opera lecture 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25, Bartlett Public Library, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Lyric Opera guest lecturer will discuss the opera, "Porgy and Bess." Free. (630) 837-2855, www.bartlett.lib.il.us.
DuPage Circuit Court Clerk's Office seminar 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25, Roselle Public Library, 40 S. Park St. Circuit Court Clerk Chris Kachiroubas will discuss how the Circuit Court Clerk's Office helps residents. To register, call (630) 529-1641, Ext. 211, www.roselle.lib.il.us.
"Live Homework Help" Available through the Roselle Public Library Web site, www.roselle.lib.il.us, providing on-line tutors for students grades kindergarten through adult. Library cardholders may access "Live Homework Help" from their own home computer by using their library card and PIN from 4 to 10 p.m. Can also access at the library from 4 p.m. until 15 minutes before closing, through library internet stations. For more information about on-line services, call the library at (630) 529-1641.
Miscellaneous
Children’s story time 11 a.m. Thursdays, Borders Books and Music, 101 Rice Lake Square, Wheaton. (630) 871-9595.
Water Walkers Club Bartlett Park District, 9 to 10 a.m. Thursdays, Sept. 25 to Dec. 11, Splash Central Pool, 700 S. Bartlett Road. Water exercise program for adults. $35 residents, $50 non-residents. Register at (630) 540-4834.
"Hannah Montana Mania" Carol Stream Park District, 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26, Simkus Recreation Center, 849 Lies Road. Popstar makeovers, singing, dancing and karaoke. Ages 5 to 10. $35 residents, $49 non-residents. Register at (630) 784-6100, www.csparks.org.
"Applefest Tribute" 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, Ladies of Victory Chapter of the Red Hat Society, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Singer and keyboard player Lou Adams will perform. Register at (630) 213-0100.
Piano recital 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Bob Kurtz will perform on the piano. Register at (630) 213-0100.
"Stamp Camp" class Bartlett Park District, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26, and 9 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, Bartlett Community Center, Rooms 3 and 4, 700 S. Bartlett Road. Make greeting cards, taught by Glenda Travelstead. All supplies included. Ages 18 and up. $20 residents, $25 non-residents. Registration required at (630) 540-4834.
Laughter Yoga Club 10:15 a.m. Fridays, Sept. 19 and 26, Bartlett Victory Centre, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Community Life Manager Rita Lopienski will host a new weekly Laughter Yoga Club. Includes exercises that release stress and increase happiness. Register at (630) 213-0100.
Junior lifeguard course Bartlett Park District, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sundays, Sept. 21 to Oct. 19, Splash Central Pool, 700 S. Bartlett Road. Ages 11 to 15. Learn CPR, first aid, in-water rescue techniques and get hands-on experience as a "shadow lifeguard." $55 residents, $75 non-residents. Register at (630) 540-4834.
Music concert 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Singer Marvin Vigadi will perform, "The Diamond Sounds of MV." Register at (630) 213-0100.
Women's Barbershop Chorus performance 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 22, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Misty River Music Makers, a 19-voice Women's Barbershop Chorus, will perform. Register at (630) 213-0100.
Social Security presentation 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24, Itasca Community Library, 500 W. Irving Park Road. Atendees will learn about online retirement planning, online benefit applications, children's benefits and the Multi-language Gateway. Free. For more information, call Cathy Anton at (847) 222-9401, Ext. 217.
Clubs
Elmhurst Running Club Seasonal training runs, 6 a.m. Saturdays, and speedwork, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, June to October, Prairie Path gazebo, Spring Road, Elmhurst. (630) 941-0926, www.elmhurst-runners.com.
Knights in the Morning Chess group, 10 a.m. to noon, Saturdays, Theosophical Society, Olcott Library, 1926 N. Main St., Wheaton. All levels welcome. Call (630) 668-1571, Ext. 304.
Carol Stream Rotary Club 12:15 p.m. Tuesdays, Alberto’s in the Holiday Inn, 150 S. Gary Ave., Carol Stream. www.carolstreamrotary.com.
Oak Brook Speakers Toastmasters 5:30 to 6:35 p.m. Tuesdays, FOCUS, 430 W. 22nd St., Lombard. Call Bob, (312) 401-8614. Oakbrookspeakers@cs.com.
Wheaton Leads Club 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays, International House of Pancakes at Butterfield and Naperville roads, Wheaton. Contact Rich Dykhuis, (630) 231-4141, rdykhuis@spiral94.com.
Laughing Club 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Beacon Hill Retirement Community, 2400 S. Finley Road, Lombard. (630) 691-4007.
Wheaton Lions Club Noon to 1 p.m. Tuesdays, Masonic Building, 120 W. Wesley St., Wheaton. Call Jim Ellingson, membership chairman, (630) 665-9471, www.wheatonlions.org.
DuPage Rivers Fly Tyers 7 p.m. Tuesdays, College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. www.dupageriversflytyers.org.
Bingo 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Tioga VFW Post 2149, 510 Georgetown Square, Wood Dale. (630) 766-0334.
Central DuPage Kiwanis Club Noon Wednesdays, Barone’s Restaurant, 475 Pennsylvania Ave., Glen Ellyn. Call Marj Cole, (630) 469-3668 or Phil Hartweg, (630) 469-8166.
Wheaton Rotary Club 12:10 p.m. Wednesdays, Emilio’s, 226 W. Front St., Wheaton. Call Cheryl Cross, (630) 588-1987.
Bartlett International Chorus 7 p.m. Wednesdays, Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road. Contact Rita, (630) 213-0100, rlopienski@pathwayseniorliving.com.
Rotary Club of Glen Ellyn 12:10 p.m. Thursdays, Glen Oaks Country Club, 21W451 Hill Ave., Glen Ellyn. Call Craig R. Pryde, (630) 469-0999.
DuPage Organic Garden Club 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25, Heritage Presbyterian Church, 965 Kuhn Road, Carol Stream. Master gardener Greg Bartoshuk will speak on "Perfect Perennials for Perpetual Color for Real Lazy Gardeners." Door prize drawing. Call Bonita at (630) 462-6919.
Support groups
Eating disorder group Applying New Attitudes and Directions 10 a.m. Saturdays, Suite 8, 1616 E. Roosevelt Road, Wheaton. (630) 346-9266.
Gam-Anon Gambling addiction support group, 8 p.m. Saturdays, Dieke Room at Elmhurst Memorial Hospital, 200 Berteau Ave. (708) 802-0105, www.gam-anon.org.
Narcotics Anonymous Support group, 6:30 p.m. every Saturday; and 7 p.m. every Monday, Central DuPage Hospital, Behavioral Health Services, 27W350 High Lake Road, Winfield. (630) 933-4234.
Sexaholics Anonymous Support group, 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, Central DuPage Hospital, Behavioral Health Services, 27W350 High Lake Road, Winfield. (630) 933-4234.
Cocaine Anonymous Support group, 8:30 p.m. Sundays, Central DuPage Hospital, Behavioral Health Services, 27W350 High Lake Road, Winfield. (630) 933-4234.
Overeaters Anonymous 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sundays, St. Thomas United Methodist Church, 2S511 Route 53, Glen Ellyn. Call Margaret, (630) 719-1625.
Emotions Anonymous 10 a.m. Mondays, St. Barnabas Church, 22W415 Butterfield Road, Glen Ellyn. (708) 383-0200.
Gam-Anon 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Church of the Incarnation, 261 W. Army Trail Road, Bloomingdale. (708) 802-0105, www.gam-anon.org.
Al-Anon Support group, 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Central DuPage Hospital, Behavioral Health Services, 27W350 High Lake Road, Winfield. (630) 933-4234.
National Association for Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders of Glen Ellyn Eating disorder support group, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 751 Roosevelt Road, Building 7, Suite 115, Glen Ellyn. Bilingual services offered. For more information, call Dana Castellano, (312) 882-0494, www.anad.org.
Alcoholics Anonymous 8 p.m. Tuesdays, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 393 N. Main St., Glen Ellyn. (630) 220-6200.
Brain injury support group For teens and young adults, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital, 26W171 Roosevelt Road, Wheaton. Call Amy Grant, (630) 9909-6154.
Postpartum depression support group 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Central DuPage Hospital, Conference Room B, 25 N. Winfield Road, Winfield. (630) 933-4234.
Ostomy Association of Greater Chicago 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, 1775 Dempster St., Park Ridge. Guest speaker is Madelene Grimm of Rush-North Shore Medical Center. www.uoachicago.org.
Overeaters Anonymous Closed meetings, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays, St. Paul Lutheran Church, 515 S. Wheaton Ave., Wheaton. (708) 346-0000, www.oa.org, www.region5oa.org.
Families Anonymous Support group, 8 p.m. Thursdays, Central DuPage Hospital, Behavioral Health Services, 27W350 High Lake Road, Winfield. (630) 933-4234.
Al-Ateen Support group, 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Central DuPage Hospital, Behavioral Health Services, 27W350 High Lake Road, Winfield. (630) 933-4234.
Al-Anon Fellowship group, 8 p.m. Fridays, Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 1045 Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village. (630) 631-0332.
Classes/seminars
Taoist Tai Chi classes Beginner classes, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Belmont Village community room, 545 Belmont Lane, Carol Stream. Ongoing enrollment. Free introductory lessons and demonstrations. www.taoist.org.
Women’s classes “Women Who Wonder Why,” 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Wayne/Winfield Area Youth/Family Services office, 27W031 North Ave., West Chicago. Discussion of concerns and issues important to women. $25 per session. Pre-class consultation, $13. Register at (630) 231-7166.
Accountability That Works class 9 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, Sept. 30, Elgin Community College, Room UBC 123, 1700 Spartan Drive. $99 per person includes materials. Register by Sept. 23 at (847) 214-7802, www.elgin.edu/corporatetraining.
NAMI Basics class National Alliance on Mental Illness, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays, NAMI DuPage office, 2100 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Course for parents and caregivers. Free. Register at (630) 752-0066, Ext. 210.
Teen anger class 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays, Wayne/Winfield Area Youth/Family Services office, 27W031 North Ave., West Chicago. Ten sessions, $25 per session. Register at (630) 231-7166.
School refusal seminar Wayne/Winfield Area Youth/Family Services, 10 a.m. to noon, Thursday, Sept. 25, Wayne Township Building, 27W031 North Ave. West Chicago. Topic is "School Refusal and Avoidance: Considerations for Different Student Populations." $5 and additional $20 for any non-member of the Association of Illinois Township Committees on Youth seeking master's level continuing education units. Two hours of units shall be awarded to those who attend. Registration required at (630) 231-7166.
Managing Others-Leadership Training class 8 a.m. to noon, Fridays, Oct. 3 to 31, Elgin Community College, Room UBC 123, 1700 Spartan Drive. $650 per person includes materials. Register by Sept. 26 at (847) 214-7802, www.elgin.edu/corporatetraining.
Fundraisers
Entertainment books fundraiser Wayne/Winfield Area Youth/Family Services are selling entertainment discount savings books to support its youth programs. $20 per book. To order a copy, call WAYS at (630) 231-7166, or order online at www.entertainment.com/support, and enter account number ED-108912.
2009 Calendars Four Paws Animal Foundation selling 2009 calendars for $12.50, that depict some of the organization's rescues as well as family pets as a fundraiser to support their adoption/rescue efforts. Order forms for the calendars can be obtained at Banbury Fair and Heartland Animal Hospital in Bartlett; Hanover Park Animal Care Center; and Health Emporium in Streamwood. Order forms can be downloaded from www.fourpawsfoundation.petfinder.com.
Wine tasting benefit Bartlett Veterans Memorial Foundation, 6:30 to 8:30p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25, Bartlett Hills Country Club. Attendees receive a souvenir wine glass to take with them after the tasting. $40 per person, $70 per couple. For tickets, call (630) 675-9147.
WBenefit luncheon 11 a.m. Friday, Sept, 19, Outback Steakhouse, 166 S. Gary Ave., Bloomingdale. Proceeds from luncheon benefit Western DuPage Special Recreation Association Foundation. $25. For tickets, call (630) 681-0962.
Bags tournament fundraiser Bloomingdale-Roselle rotary bags tournament, Saturday, Sept. 27, American Legion Hall, 344 E. Maple St., Roselle. Team registration begins at 11:30 a.m. Tournament starts at noon. First prize is $500. Food and drink available. Team entry fee is $50. For more information, call Ken Gross at (630) 963-3224, www.brrotary.org.
Special events
Pro-wrestling event Chikara will hold several wrestling matches beginning at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Streamwood Park District Community Center, 777 S. Bartlett Road. A family-friendly, internationally-flavored pro-wrestling event. $20 adults, $5 children age 12 and under.
Community Health and Wellness Expo "Just for the Health of It," 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, southwest corner of Route 59 and W. Bartlett Road. Presented by Hanover Township, Victory Centre of Bartlett and Rep. Randy Ramey. Includes over 100 community health care providers, multiple health screenings and assessments, drivers license and state ID renewals, blood drive and educational programs. Multiple food vendors. Free. For more information, call Tracey at (630) 483-5600.
Pet adoptions Four Paws Animal Foundation will have an information booth at the Ontarioville Arts Festival in Jubilee Park on Ontarioville Road in Hanover Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21.Pets available for adoption. www.fourpawsfoundation.petfinder.com.
Western DuPage Special Recreation Association inclusion family event 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 28, Cosley Zoo, 1356 N. Gary Ave., Wheaton. “Barnyard Bash” will allow community to meet members of the inclusion team, support staff and network with other families that have children with special needs. Food, games, crafts, entertainment. Registration required at (630) 681-0962, www.wdsra.com.
Gymnastics show 2008 World Tour of Gymnastics Superstars, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont. Features Shawn Johnson, Paul Hamm, Nastia Liukin and members of Team USA. Tickets are $79.50, $49.50, $39.50 and $29.50. Tickets available at Allstate Arena ticket office or call (312) 559-1212, www.ticketmaster.com.
Interest groups
Main Street Market 8 a.m. to noon, every Saturday through Oct. 11, Prospect and Main streets, Roselle. Community open-air market will include fresh produce, flowers, bakery goods, hand-crafted art and accessories, jewelry, soaps, candles, purses and more. Aug. 23 features a car detailing presentation by Gary Kouba beginning at 10 a.m. For more information contact Amy at (630) 307-0949 or mainstreetroselle@yahoo.com.
Morton West High School reunion Classes 1970, ‘71 and ‘72, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, Crystal Sky Banquets, 7941 W. 47th St., McCook. $50 per person. R.S.V.P. by Sept. 1. For more information, call Rita Havlicek Bendana, (773) 775-1816, www.classmates.com.
Gurrie Junior High School 25th reunion Class of 1983, 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, Kenny’s Pub, 917 W. 55th St., Countryside. Looking for classmates. Contact Karen Morfoot (Anderson), kmorfoot@marshallip.com.
Morton High School 60th reunion During September. Plans being made. If interested in attending, call Joann Johnson, (630) 323-8025.
St. Eulalia Elementary School reunion Class of 1971. Plans being made. If interested in attending, call Noreen Collins Kuenster, (708) 442-2628.
Glenbard West High School 40th reunion Class of 1968, “Homecoming Weekend,” Sept. 26 and 27, Hyatt Lisle, 1400 Corporetum Drive. For more information, call Nancy Grant Reid at (423) 349-0171, email reidbrookside@yahoo.com, or visit www.glenbardwestclassof68.awardspace.com.
Glenbard West High School 20th reunion Class of 1988, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 26 and 27. Casual get-together at 6 p.m. Friday, at The Bank, lower level, 123 W. Front St., Wheaton. No cost, except food. Saturday homecoming game against Addison Trail. Reunion dinner 7 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, at Doubletree/Esplanade, 2111 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove. $75 includes buffet and DJ. For more information, contact Alison Brandt at amexali@yahoo.com.
Morton High School 50th reunion Class of 1958, Friday to Sunday, Sept. 26 to 28. For reservations and information, call Mike Willet (815) 758-1700 or Bob Novak (630) 985-6341, www.jsm58.com.
Glenbard West High School 30th reunion Class of 1978, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 26 and 27. Golf outing at 10:15 a.m. Friday at Eaglewood Resort; pep rally at 6 p.m. in Biester gym; bonfire at 7:30 p.m. in Duchon football field, followed by casual gathering at Otto’s in Lombard. Pancake breakfast by Glenbard West Boosters from 7 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday; homecoming parade and school tour 10 to 11 a.m.; varsity football game at 1:30 p.m.; reunion part at Lake Ellyn Boathouse from 4 to 10 p.m. For more information or reservations, email BIVY5@Wowway.com.
Lemont High School 10th reunion Class of 1998, Saturday, Sept. 27. For more information, send contact information to lemont1998@gmail.com.
Immaculate Conception 50th reunion Class of 1958, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 3 and 4, Wyndham Drake Oakbrook Hotel, 2301 York Road. Looking for “lost” classmates. Call Bill Smith, (630) 833-2939.
Lyons Township High School 55th reunion Class of 1953, Friday, Oct. 3, tour of South Campus in the morning, luncheon at Hinsdale Golf Club, 140 Chicago Ave., Clarendon Hills. For more information, contact Nancy Holmes Sprague.
Lyons Township High School 65th reunion Class of 1943, Friday to Sunday, Oct. 3 to 5, La Grange Country Club. Contact Midge Lott Abrams, (630) 416-7330.
York High School 50th reunion Class of 1958, Friday to Sunday, Oct. 3 to 5, Marriott Oak Brook Hotel, 1401 W. 22nd St., Oak Brook. For more information, visit www.yorkhigh58.com.
Lyons Township High School 10th reunion Class of 1998, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 4, Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery, One W. Grand Ave., Chicago. Register online with www.reunionteam.com. For information, contact Mike McNeily at mike.mcneily@edwardjones.com.
Lyons Township High School 30th reunion Class of 1978, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 10 and 11. 7 p.m. Friday, informal gathering at Via Bella Restaurant, 75 S. La Grange Road, La Grange. 7 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, Park Place of Countryside, 6240 Joliet Road. Send addresses to lths1978@live.com, www.lths.net and click on Alumni Association.
Lyons Township High School 42nd reunion Class of 1966, 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, Harry’s Sports Bar and Grille, 9901 W. 55th St., Countryside. For more information, call Ellen Houck Busch at (708) 354-5847.
Lyons Township High School 25th reunion Class of 1983, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 10 and 11. 7:30 p.m. Friday, La Grange Country Club, 620 S. Brainard Ave. Mixer, cash bar and appetizers. $30 per person. 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Flagg Creek Golf Course Clubhouse, 6939 S. Wolf Road, Countryside. Cash bar and light dinner buffet. Casual attire. $20 per person. For more information, visit www.lths.net.
Lyons Township High School 40th reunion Class of 1969, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 10 and 11. Mixer on Friday and party on Saturday. For more information and contacts, call (815) 459-7068 or email jillk@mc.net.
Lyons Township High School 60th reunion Class of 1948, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 17 and 18, La Grange Country Club. Contact Janet Warren Potts, (708) 246-0217.
Wheaton-Warrenville High School 30th reunion Class of 1978, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 17 and 18. Looking for “lost” classmates. For more information call Ellen Bintz Meuch at (630) 235-2150, www.classreport.org.
Morton West High School 20th reunion Class of 1988, 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, Harry Caray’s Restaurant, Westin Hotel, 70 Yorktown Center, Lombard. $100 per person, includes dinner buffet, open bar, music, gift, reunion booklet. Tickets required to enter. If interested, call Kathy at (440) 934-4043, or email mailing address to mortonwesths1988@yahoo.com.
Morton West High School 10th reunion Class of 1998, Saturday, Oct. 25, FitzGerald’s Nightclub, 6615 Roosevelt Road, Berwyn. Buffet from 7 to 11 p.m.; DJ from 8 to 11 p.m. $40 per person, pay at the door. Price includes appetizer buffet, three drink tickets per person and free parking. Reservations by Oct. 11 to sltomcat@hotmail.com.
Morton East High School 25th reunion Class of 1973, Saturday, Nov. 1, Holiday Inn, 7800 Kingery Highway, Willowbrook. If interested in attending, call the high school at (708) 222-5700, or visit www.mortoneastclassof73.com.
York High School 30th reunion Class of 1978, Saturday, Nov. 8, Wyndham Drake Hotel, 2301 York Road, Oak Brook. For information, visit www.yorkhs1978.com. Send current contact information and pictures from the 1970s to yorkclassof1978@yahoo.com.
Harper High School 50th reunion Class of January and June 1959. Plans being made for summer of 2009. If interested in attending, call Cliff Gustafson, (815) 372-9937.
Downers Grove North High School 50th reunion Class of 1960. Plans being made for 2010. Send addresses to Rolfe Sick, 8003 Fairmont Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60516.


