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January 31 - February 28 @ Sheldon Peck Homestead, Grace Street & Parkside
In honor of Black History Month, the Peck Homestead is exhibiting new information about the Underground Railroad history at the house and one of the Freedom Seekers who stopped there. A painting by Sheldon Peck’s daughter Susan of what is believed to be “Old Charley”, a Freedom Seeker who knew the Pecks, is on display for 2012. Beginning January 31, the Sheldon Peck Homestead will be open for free tours on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday from 1-4pm. Groups are welcome to make an appointment for a private viewing of the museum by calling 630-629-1885.
February 1 - February 29
February 22, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Glenbard North High School
Featuring Josh Shipp--Live Life Well Week Speaker Turning a mess into a message "The Teens Guide to World Domination Advice on Life, Liberty and the Pursuite of Awesomeness"
February 22, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Plum Library
Today's working adults need a strategic plan for retirement. Getting as much information as possible about Social Security benefits is crucial to the planning process. As a community service, financial Planner Jim Flanagan, of Bentron will provide timely and vital information on this important topic.
February 22, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM @ Board of Trustees Room
February 23, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ St. John's Lutheran Church
Discovering purpose and significance in life is the subject of a one-hour seminar to be held, free of charge. People often want their life to “make a difference” but don’t realize that they have all the resources necessary to accomplish that. “Making a Difference: Sharing Your Time, Talents and Treasures” will use an interactive process to examine your values and create a personal giving plan unique to your life. There will be a light supper before, at 6:30 pm. Pre-registration is requested.
February 24, 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM @ Board Room
February 24, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Lombard Community Building
The project will be a useful and decorative item and at least 40 of these items will be donated to a local charity. In years past, crafts were given to the DuPage Convalescent Home. The club will vote on where to donate this fun and helpful project. For information call 630-469-6372.
February 25, 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM @ Montini Catholic H.S.
Montini encourages those who have any questions or would like a tour of the school campus, to attend the Information Night on Thursday, February 23rd at 7:00 pm.
February 25, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Peace Lutheran Church
Join us on as a bit of the tropics comes to the western suburbs. The award-winning NIU Steelband is performing at Peace Lutheran on Butterfield in Lombard. This 34-piece steel band has performed throughout the United States and around the world and has placed 2nd in the World Steelband Festival. Besides a guaranteed good time, everyone in the audience will be benefiting Feed My Starving Children which helps to feed hungry children in Haiti and around the world. Concert expenses are fully underwritten by Friends of Peace, and the band is donating their performance, so 100% of every dollar of your ticket price will go to benefit starving children and others.
February 25, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM @ Rockefeller Chapel, University of Chicago
Following their highly successful collaboration on Verdi’s Requiem in 2010, the ESO and Apollo Chorus will come together around two magnificent and stirring works. Handel’s Dettingen Te Deum brims with the composer’s sense of grandeur and ceremony. From the rousing trumpet fanfares that announce the words “We Praise you, Oh God” to the majestic choruses that close the Te Deum, this is one of Handel’s most thrilling achievements in the English style. Mozart’s Requiem dates from the last year of the composer’s life and holds a special place in the hearts of music lovers. Balancing fire and solemnity, this music reflects the highest aspirations of the composer who was Amadeus, “Beloved of God.” Guest artists for the concert are soloists Sarah Gartshore, soprano; Nina Heebink, mezzo-soprano; Harold Brock, tenor, and David Govertsen, bass-baritone.
February 26, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church
February 26, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ St. Pius X Catholic Church
February 27, 7:00 PM @ Community Room
February 28, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Helen Plum Library, Upstairs Library Board Room
Interested parties include: • Potential vendors of produce, foods, and handcrafted items • Community groups, such as scout troops selling cookies, church bake sales, and other nonprofit group events. Approved groups may qualify for a free open-air space at the market! • Local Chamber and business association members wishing to hand out promotional materials for products and services – there are opportunities to apply for a free space several times per year, based on availability!
February 28, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM @ Community Room
February 29, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ Cafeteria
Montini’s bands, choirs, and extra-curricular groups will perform jazz and rock music. Come and enjoy this winter concert event. It is sure to get your feet tapping!