Arts and Entertainment

theater

“The Medium at Large” Through Nov. 16, Village Players Performing Arts Center, Mainstage Theater, 1010 Madison St., Oak Park. Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 3 p.m. Sundays. $25 adults, $20 students and seniors. For tickets, call ((866) 764-1010.

“Betrayal” Weekends, through Nov. 16, Village Players Performing Arts Center, Blackbox Theater, 1010 Madison St., Oak Park. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2:30 p.m. Sundays. All tickets are $20. For tickets, call (866) 764-1010.

music

Jazz vocalist Frankie, 8 to 11 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, Salt Creek Wine Bar, 8900 Fairview Ave., Brookfield. (708) 387-2432, www.saltcreekwinebar.com.

“Multi-meet up” event Chicago Irish Pub Music Meet Up Group, 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, Irish Times Pub and Restaurant, 8869 Burlington Ave., Brookfield. Irish entertainment by Paddy Homan and Friends. (708) 485-8787.

Holiday concert “Let There Be Peace on Earth,” Sweet Adelines chorus, Choral-Aires Chorus and the Brotherhood of Harmony Chorus, 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, Addison Trail High School, 213 N. Lombard Road. $18 adults, $15 seniors, children and groups. Tickets available at the door or in advance by contacting Connie Harr at ch1234@att.com.

Chorus seeks new members The Choral-Aires, an award-winning Sweet Adelines Chorus, invites local women who like to sing, to attend a series of guest nights to prepare for the group’s Dec. 13 Christmas show, “Let There be Peace on Earth,” presented with the Brotherhood of Harmony Chorus. Guest nights are held from 7 to 10 p.m. each Monday, through Dec. 8, at Elmhurst Presbyterian Church, 367 Spring Road. For information, call Jane Toftey at (630) 665-8387, www.choral-aires.org.

art

Art opening reception 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, Salt Creek Wine Bar, 8900 Fairview Ave., Brookfield. Featuring the artwork of Tim Kampschroeder. Complementary hors d’oeuvres. (708) 387-2432, www.saltcreekwinebar.com.

National juried ceramics exhibition Clay3, Through Nov. 22, IBEW Building, atrium, 28600 Bella Vista Parkway, Warrenville. First national ceramic show presented by ClaySpace Ceramics Arts Studio, a not-for-profit corporation. Show hours are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday; and 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

“Opinion Pieces” exhibit Through Nov. 22, Riverside Arts Center, Freeark Gallery, 32 E.. Quincy, Riverside. Artist is Ruth Freeark, founder and president of the Riverside Arts Center. Made of images and words torn from newpapers and magazines, embellished with paint. (708) 442-6400.

Library

Lapsit storytime 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, through Nov. 20, North Riverside Public Library, 2400 S. DesPlaines Ave. Ages 12 to 36 months. (708) 447-0869.

Holiday craft 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, Hillside Public Library, 405 N. Hillside Ave. Make two Christmas cards and a Thanksgiving treat box/placecard with Diane Pappas of Stampin’ Up!. Ages 16 and up. Deposit of $5 due at registration. To register, call (708) 449-7510, www.hillsidelibrary.org.

Travel program 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, Lyons Public Library, 4209 Joliet Ave. Al Popowits will present a program on Vienna, Austria. (708) 447-3577.

First anniversary party 2 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9, La Grange Public Library, 10 W. Cossitt Ave. Celebrating first anniversary in its new building. Features refreshments, crafts, activities, raffles and live music. For more information, call (708) 352-0576.

Introduction to the Internet 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, Brookfield Public Library, 3609 Grand Blvd. Hands-on introduction to Internet basics. Register at (708) 485-6917, www.brookfieldpubliclibrary.info.

Preschool storytime 11:45 a.m. Tuesdays, Nov. 11 to 25, North Riverside Public Library, 2400 S. DesPlaines Ave. Ages 3 to 5. (708) 447-0869.
 

Film discussion 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, Brookfield Public Library, 3609 Grand Blvd. Movie is “The Grocer’s Son.”  Register at (708) 485-6917, www.brookfieldpubliclibrary.info.

Cherokee and Intertribal Customs program 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, Brookfield Public Library, 3609 Grand Blvd. Local Native American enthusiast, Freda Horonzy, will discuss the culture and belief systems of various tribes, including the Cherokee and Ojibwe.  Register at (708) 485-6917, www.brookfieldpubliclibrary.info.

Jan’s Clan Puppets 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, North Riverside Public Library, 2400 S. DesPlaines Ave. All ages. Live puppet show with audience participation. Registration required at (708) 447-0869.

Miscellaneous

Zumba fitness classes 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays, Brookfield Recreation Department, 8820 Brookfield Ave. All fitness levels welcome. Includes salsa, merengue and cha cha. Drop-in fee is $10. For more information, call (708) 369-0017.

Reading and booksigning 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, Borders Books and Music, 15260 S. La Grange Road, Orland Park. Author is Mary Pope Osborne, “Eve of the Emperor Penguin: Magic Tree House Book 40.” (7080 460-7566.

“Points on Joints” North Riverside Park District, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, Village Commons, 2401 S. DesPlaines Ave. Discussion on arthritis treatments. Free. (708) 442-5515.

Reading and booksigning 7:30 Wednesday, Nov. 12, Borders Books and Music, 1 N. La Grange Road, La Grange. Author is Dr. Irene Pepperberg, “Alex and Me.” (708) 579-9660.

Senior activities Pleasant Dale Park District’s “Forever Young” senior program, 11:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, Park District, 7425 S. Wolf Road, Burr Ridge. Includes movie and lunch at the Chalet. Cost is $6. For more information or to register, call Chris Yesutis, (630) 662-6220.

Wine tasting 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, Salt Creek Wine Bar, 8900 Fairview Ave., Brookfield.  Features Thanksgiving wines presented by Bob Thomas of Judge and Dolph, Ltd. Thanksgiving appetizers chosen to complement the wines. Opportunity to buy featured wines at a special price. $20 per person. (708) 387-2432, www.saltcreekwinebar.com.

Weekly presentations and films Riverside Historical Museum is sponsoring a free weekly series of live presentations and films at 7 p.m. Thursdays through Dec. 18, at the Riverside Library, 1 Burling Road. “Historic Storytelling” series focuses on the early history of Chicago and the Riverside area. For more information and program schedule, visit www.riversidemuseum.net.

Children’s Theater trip SEASPAR, Sunday, Nov. 9, Children’s Theater of Western Springs, 4384 Hampton Ave. Transportation is provided from Denning Park, 4903 Gilbert Ave., La Grange, at 1:30 p.m. and returns at 6:15 p.m. Ages 5 to 12. $38 per person. Play is “Charlotte’s Web.” After performance will have lunch at Spaghetti Bowl. SEASPAR provides year-round recreation services for individuals with disabilities. To register, call (630) 960-7600.

Weekly dances Sunday afternoon ballroom dance, 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9. Teddy Lee Orchestra will perform. $14; Sunday night swing dance, 7:30 p.m. to midnight, Nov. 9, $10, Willowbrook Ballroom, 8900 S. Archer Ave., Willow Springs.  (708) 839-1000, www.willowbrookballroom.com.

Clubs

Palacky Lodge Sponsoring a casino trip to Horseshoe Casino, Hammond, Ind., on Saturday, Dec. 6. Bus leaves Palacky Odd Fellow/Rebekah Hall, 9234 Broadway, Brookfield, at 10 a.m. Cost of trip is $5. For reservations, call (708) 865-1432 or (708) 485-8429.

BrookPark Sr. Social Club 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays and Fridays, Brookfield Municipal Building, Recreation Hall, 8820 Brookfield Ave. Call (708) 447-2214.

Newcomers and Neighbors La Grange area play group, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Mondays, First Presbyterian Church of La Grange, 150 S. Ashland Ave. $3 per family. (708) 482-0042.

West Suburban Clown Club 7 p.m. every second Monday, basement of Victorian Manor Nursing Home, 337 S. Ninth Ave., La Grange. Call Bea Koza, (708) 484-7771.

Western Springs Seniors Club 1 p.m. every second Monday, Western Springs Recreation Center, 1500 Walker St.

Investment club SPEC, 7:30 p.m. every second Monday, at a member’s home. Call Sheila Parisi, (708) 246-2212.

Tower Chorale 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. Mondays, Grand Center, 4211 Grand Ave., Western Springs. www.towerchorale.org.

Village Vocal Chords Women’s barbershop chorus, 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, St. John’s Lutheran Church, 47th Street and Brainard Avenue, La Grange. Currently seeking female a cappella singers for competition and performance. For more information, call (708) 275-8329, villagevocalchords.com.

Western Springs Rotary Club 7 a.m. Tuesdays, First United Methodist Church, 4300 Howard Ave. (708) 482-6666.

Riverside Township Lions Club Noon, Tuesday, Nov. 11, Scottish Home, 28th St. and DesPlaines Ave., North Riverside. Guest speaker will be Tom Jacobs of the Chicago 2016 Olympics Committee who will speak about efforts to bring the Olympics Games to Chicago. For more information, visit www.LionsRiversideTownship.org.

Business Network International 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Blueberry Hill Cafe, La Grange Road and Harris Avenue, La Grange. Contact Anthony Lumpkin, (708) 344-4334, drlumpkindds12@msn.com.

Brookfield-Riverside Rotary Club Noon Tuesdays, Paisans Restaurant, 3720 Grand Blvd., Brookfield. (708) 485-9224.

Thirsty Runners Club Weekly fun run, 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Blue Water Lounge, 9016 W. 31st St., Brookfield. For serious and recreational runners. For information, call Gina or Gregg, (708) 485-WATR.

Hofmann Dam River Rats Conservation and environmental club, 6:30 p.m. every second Tuesday, Riverside Township Hall, 27 Riverside Road.

 Lions Club of La Grange 1 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday, Blueberry Hill, 49 S. La Grange Road, La Grange.

Rotary Club of Countryside 7 a.m. Wednesdays, William Tell Banquets, 6201 W. Joliet Road, Countryside.

Kiwanis Club of Western Springs 8 a.m. every second and fourth Wednesday, Community Bank, 1000 Hillgrove Ave., Western Springs. Call Dr. Sarah Kelly, (708) 246-6611.

Brookfield-La Grange Park Lions Club 7 p.m. every second and fourth Wednesday. Call president for location.

Suburban Collectors Club Stamp collectors, 8 p.m. every second and fourth Wednesday, Sokol Spirit Hall, 3909 Prairie Ave., Brookfield. Contact Jack, (630) 257-7430, philaburn@aol.com.

Support groups

Take Off Pounds Sensibly 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays, LaGrange Park Library, 555 N. LaGrange Road.

Overeaters Anonymous 9 to 10:30 a.m. Fridays and 7 to 8 p.m. Sundays, First Congregational Church, 100 S. 6th Ave., La Grange. Call Jane, (708) 579-1785.

Al-Anon 9:30 a.m. Mondays, St. John’s United Church of Christ, 4500 Prescott Ave., Lyons.

Families Anonymous 7:45 to 9:15 p.m. Mondays, Dixon Education Center at Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital, 5101 S. Willow Springs Road. (708) 606-4599, fa-lagrange@comcast.net.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly Riverside chapter, 7:30 p.m. Mondays, Riverside Township Hall, 27 Riverside Road. (708) 442-7944.

Eight Corners Al-Anon 10 a.m. Tuesdays, First Congregational Church of Brookfield, 9146 Lincoln Ave.

Tuesday morning Al-Anon 9:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays, Presbyterian Church of Western Springs, Graham Charter Room, 5250 Wolf Road. (708) 246-5220.

Divorce support group 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, through Nov. 19, First United Methodist Church of La Grange, 100 W. Cossitt Ave. For men and women struggling with divorce. Different topic each week. $30 includes book and handouts. For more information or to register, call (708) 352-1250.

1 Day At A Time-ers Al-Anon Family group, 9:30 a.m.  Wednesdays, St. Barbara’s Rectory, 4008 Prairie Ave., Brookfield.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly Brookfield Chapter, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, First Congregational Church of Christ, 9146 Lincoln Ave. (708) 352-0890.

Seminars/classes

Managing stress workshop 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Nov. 12, 19 and Dec. 3, Kendall College, Wood Mode Auditorium, fifth floor, 900 N. North Branch St., Chicago. Topics include managing life, budgeting your money, protecting your savings and safeguarding your career. Free. For more information or reservations, visit www.discoverkendallcollege.com/workshops.

Guided meditation 7:45 to 9 p.m. Thursdays, Focus Yoga, 9047 Monroe Ave., Brookfield. (708) 471-0487, www.focusyogastudio.com.

Parent Network Night 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, Helping Hand Rehabilitation Center, 9649 W. 55th St., Countryside. For parents of children with disabilities. Topic is “ADHD: The Essential Needs of the ADHD Child.” For more information and reservations, call Carol at (708) 352-3480, Ext. 383.

Tai chi class 10:05 a.m. Fridays, Bethlehem Woods, 1571 W. Ogden Ave., La Grange Park. Held by ConfiCare Act II program for adults 50 and older. Free for members. (708) 245-8170.

Candlelight restorative yoga 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, Focus Yoga, 9047 Monroe Ave., Brookfield. $14. (708) 471-0487, www.focusyogastudio.com.

Small group fitness training Nine-week program, 3:30, 4:30 or 5:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30, 7:30 or 8:30 a.m. Tuesday and Thursdays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital, Professional Office Building, 1323 Memorial Drive. Open enrollment. $250. Contact Wayne Guccione, (708) 245-7930.

Health program Southwest Suburban Center on Aging, La Grange, “Take Charge of Your Health” program for people managing chronic illnesses, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Mondays, Nov. 10 to Dec. 15, Center on Aging, 111 W. Harris Ave., La Grange. Topics covered include coping with fatigue, frustration, pain and isolation; exercising, flexibility and endurance; using medications; practicing good nutrition; and evaluating new treatment options. Free. Registration required at (708) 354-1323.

Fitness Fun Aerobics exercise group, 8 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 8:30 a.m. Saturdays, Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital, Dixon Education Center, 5101 S. Willow Springs Road, La Grange. Held by ConfiCare Act II program for adults 50 and older. $5 per session, $4 member discount. (708) 245-8170.

Abusive relationship support Groups for women and children, Constance Morris House, 6120 S. Archer Road, Summit. (708) 485-5254.
 
Cake decorating school Wilton School of Cake Decorating, 7511 Lemont Road, Darien, offers 50 courses throughout the year. Fees range from $75 to $950. (630) 985-6077, www.school.wilton.com.

Fundraisers

Dinner show fundraiser “Blast from the Past,” 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, Lexington House, 7717 W. 95th St., Hickory Hills. Sponsored by the St. Laurence High School Mother’s Club. Dinner, show and cocktails. $40. Reservations by Nov. 5. For more information and reservations, call (708) 458-6900, Ext. 411.

Casino Night fundraiser 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, St. Barbara Parish Center, 4015 Prairie Ave., Brookfield. Includes Black Jack, Hold “Em, money wheel, roulette and poker. For more information, call (708) 485-0806.

Depression Era Glassware and Collectors Market 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9, American Legion Hall, 900 S. La Grange Road, La Grange. $2 admission. View or purchase depression era glass and assorted collectibles, including vintage dinnerware, pottery, linens, clocks, and jewelry. Event features a linen/jewelry room, glassware identification and free entry into a raffle drawing. Hosted by the 20-30-40 Society of Illinois. For more information, call Valerie Vogt at (630) 975-0916.

Food drive Hillgrove Family Chiropractic, 817 W. Hillgrove Ave., La Grange, is holding a food drive for the Greater Chicago Food Depository from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays to Fridays, through Nov. 26. Most needed canned items are vegetables, chili, soup, tuna, beans, pasta, rice and cereal. (708) 352-4866.

Carson’s Community Day fundraiser Westchester Community Image Council is participating in Carson Pirie Scott’s Community Day on Saturday, Nov. 15. Council is selling Community Day book for $5, which includes nine coupons good on Nov. 15 at any Carson’s store, including one for $10 off any item priced at $10 or more. Other coupons save up to 20 percent on single-item purchases. To purchase a book, call Cheryl at (773) 704-1484.

Gail Caldwell cancer fundraiser 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16, Stillwater Restaurant and Wine Bar, 5141 Main St., Downers Grove. Buffet, cash bar, entertainment, silent auction. $30. Mail check payable to Gail M. Caldwell Cancer Fund, 22W581 Arbor Lane, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. Include name of attendees, addresses and phone number. Attendees will receive a telephone confirmation that they are on the guest list. Donations of silent auction items needed. To make arrangements, call (630) 271-3041. For more information, call (630) 790-9395.

Leukemia and Lymphoma Society donations Burlington Coat Factory, 2208 Harlem Ave., North Riverside, is encouraging shoppers to purchase a balloon icon now through Nov. 28 to support the society and its nationwide “Light the Night Walk” initiative. The balloon icons are a minimum of $1, but customers can donate more. For more information, call Kenneth Wolff at (708) 447-4855.

Entertainment coupon books Humanitarian Service Project’s Senior Citizen Project selling 2009 Entertainment coupon books for $20 each. Includes coupons for dining, travel, movies, groceries, entertainment, car rental and dry cleaning. Books can be picked up in La Grange or mail ordered. For more information or to order books, call Laura at (708) 354-4209.

Entertainment Discount Savings Books The Athletic Booster Club at SEASPAR is selling 2009 Entertainment Books to support its programs. $20 per book. Three Chicagoland editions available. Orders can be taken for other cities in other states. $5 per book purchased is tax-deductible. Call (630) 960-7600 to order or purchase books at SEASPAR office, 4500 Belmont Road, Downers Grove.

Interest groups

Volunteers needed CatNap from the Heart, a non-profit animal shelter, is seeking volunteers to help with animal care and cage cleaning at the shelter, one to three hours any day of the week from 9 a.m. to noon. For an interview, call Bobbi, (708) 352-3914.

Blood drive LifeSource Blood Centers, 2 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, in a LifeSource mobile donor center parked in the lot between the Community Center and Westchester Community Church, Bond St. and Westchester Blvd., Westchester. Sponsored by the Westchester Blood Program. For more information, call Carl Panek at (708) 865-1782.

Morton East High School 33rd reunion Class of 1975, 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28, Michael Anthony’s Restaurant, 6434 W. Ogden Ave., Berwyn. No cover. Cash food and bar. If interested, call Jeannie Mizerka Mikota at (708) 601-2248, jmikota@aol.com.

Bowen High School 40th reunion Class of 1969, 6 p.m. Saturday, July 25, 2009, Holiday Inn Mart Plaza, 350 N. Orleans St., Chicago. $110 per person, $195 per couple may be purchased by sending a check to Phyllis Volk, 250 E. Pearson St., Unit 906, Chicago, IL 60611, payable to Phyllis Volk and indicate Bowen Reunion in the memo section. For more information and “lost classmates” addresses, visit www.freewebs.com/bowen1969reunion, or call Brett Weiss at (630) 248-5405.

Lincoln Elementary School 63rd reunion Class of 1945. Plans being made. Looking for “lost classmates.” Call Lorraine Scott, (708) 352-7943.

St. Eulalia Elementary School reunion Class of 1971. Plans being made. If interested in attending, call Noreen Collins Kuenster, (708) 442-2628.

Morton West High School 20th reunion Class of 1989. Plans being made. Looking for “lost classmates.” For more information or to register for the reunion, contact mortonwest89@gmail.com.

special events

The Moravian Cultural Society’s Czech-Moravian Folk Festival 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, Sokol Spirit Hall, 3909 Prairie Ave., Brookfield. Dance performances, live Czech and American music, Czech meals and pastry, cash bar, gift items. $15 per person, available at the door. Doors open at 6 p.m.; progam begins at 7:30 p.m. For more information and advance tickets, call Joe Karban at (630) 964-0357.

Veterans Day program 9 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, Hauser Junior High School, 65 Woodside Road, Riverside. The student band, orchestra and choir will perform patriotic songs. Guest speakers and other presentations are planned. Students will personally introduce friends and relatives who are members of the armed forces. All veterans and those who are currently serving in the military are invited.

Veterans Day ceremony 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Road. Ceremony will be held south of Roosevelt Fountain. Invited guests include area disabled veterans and honor guard from VFW Post 2580 in Midlothian. A memorial wreath will be laid by the fountain, followed by a chorus of the National Anthem sung by the zoo’s choir. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.CZS.org.

Stroke Support Group luncheon The Stroke Support Group of Adventist La Grange and Hinsdale Hospitals and SEASPAR will host a luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, at Buca di Beppo Restaurant, 90 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard. A speaker from the state’s Senior Health Insurance Program will talk about recent and upcoming Medicare changes. All stroke survivors, family and friends are invited. For more information and reservations, call Carolyn McCambridge, (630) 856-3144.

School information night 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, St. Francis Xavier Day School, First Baptist Church building, 21 N. Catherine Ave., La Grange. Obtain information regarding the school and its programs for the 2009-10 school year. The pre-school and kindergarten classrooms will be open for tours. For more information, call (708) 352-1472.

Religion

Moms prayer group Lyons Township High School group, 9 a.m. Fridays, at 11323 Hiawatha Lane, Indian Head Park. Call Suzanne, (708) 246-5774.

Bible survey class 7 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. Sundays, Grace Lutheran Church, 200 N. Catherine Ave., La Grange. The Rev. Said Ailabouni leads the discussion of the Bible, along with sharing stories from his personal experiences in Galilee and the Middle East. There is a charge for supplemental materials. Fourth-quarter classes run through Nov. 12. For more information, call (708) 352-0730.

“Compassionate Communications” series Center for Spiritual Living, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Dec. 12, First United Church of Christ, 1000 Elgin Ave., Forest Park. For more information, call (630) 532-1372.

Choir practice Cherub Choir, ages 4 and 5, 11:30 a.m. Sundays; Crusader Choir, grades one to five, 4 p.m. Wednesdays; Sanctuary Choir, adults, 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, First Presbyterian Church of La Grange, 150 S. Ashland Ave. New members welcome. (708) 354-0771, www.fpclg.org.

Handbell choir practice  Handbells I, adults, 9 a.m. Wednesdays; Handbells II, adults, middle school and high school students, 6:45 p.m. Thursdays, First Presbyterian Church of La Grange, 150 S. Ashland Ave. New members welcome. (708) 354-0771, www.fpclg.org.

Grand Raffle event 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, Divine Infant Catholic School, 1640 Newcastle Ave., Westchester. Drawing will take place in Langan Hall at 10 p.m. Theme is “The Return of Latin Night in Langan Hall,” including Mexican food and beverages and a D.J. featuring Latin music. Silent auction to benefit the school’s technology needs. Tickets can be purchased at the school office or the parish rectory, 1601 Newcastle Ave. For more information, call (708) 837-7556.

Holiday craft bazaar 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9, St. Pius X Church hall, 43rd St. and Oak Park Ave., Stickney. Free shopping money. Drawing every hour. (708) 484-2401.

Worship services Rev. Ken Green will preach at both the 9:30 traditional and 11:15 contemporary services on Sunday, Nov. 9, at The First Presbyterian Church of La Grange, 150 S. Ashland Ave. Title of the message is “The 2nd Priority of a Christian Life.” Children and adult education classes meet during both the services. (708) 354-0771.

“How to Deal With People You Can’t Stand” Center for Spiritual Living, 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9, First United Church of Christ, 1000 Elgin Ave., Forest Park. Rev. Mike Gerdes will speak. For more information, call (630) 532-1372.

Head Start donations The First Presbyterian Church of La Grange Women’s Group is collecting knit or fleece hats for 4- and 5-year-old Head Start children. Also seeking coloring books and crayons. Items may be dropped off at the church, 150 S. Ashland Ave., by Nov. 16. For more information, call (708) 354-0771.

Halloween candy collection The First Presbyterian Church of La Grange and the Cossitt School Girl Scouts are collecting excess Halloween candy which will be sorted and bagged for an inner-city soup kitchen. Candy will be sorted and bagged during the church’s monthly  mission night at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 24. Extra candy may be dropped off at the church, 150 S. Ashland Ave., by Nov. 24. For more information, call (708) 354-0771.