April
All listed events are open to the public
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Stroke Screenings
Eighty percent of stoke victims had no apparent warning signs. Friendship Village, with Life Line Screenings will host a series of health screenings. These screenings are painless, affordable and convenient. Pre-registration is necessary.
Cost:
Stroke, Vascular Disease & Heart Rhythm screening package: $139.00
Stroke, Osteoporosis, Vascular Disease & Heart Rhythm screening package: $140.00
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Screenings will take place in the Sarah’s Grove located in Friendship Center at Bridgewater Place
To register for the screenings please call 1(800) 324-1854
Open to the public
Friday, April 9, 2010
The Palatine Children’s Chorus – Concert Choir
The concert choir of the Palatine Children’s Chorus will perform a wide variety of music from classical pieces in Latin to spiritual and popular selections like Chattanooga Choo Choo and Somewhere Over the Rainbow.
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Concert will take place in Assembly Hall located in Friendship Center at Bridgewater Place
For more information call Donna (847) 843-4254
This is free and open to the public
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Friendship Village Artists Featured in Local Benefit
The first annual Art Sale to benefit “Serving Our Seniors” (SOS). Fifteen older adult artists will display their work for sale at the event including Friendship Village residents, Geraldine Wuester, Angie Sobczyk and Betty Kocian. SOS is a collaborative committee with Cook County and several Schaumburg agencies and the Schaumburg Police Department, each working to enhance the life for seniors in the area. The goal of SOS is to better communicate between the agencies so each organization is providing optimum services for older adults.
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Art Sale will be held at the Barn, 231 South Civic Drive, Schaumburg
For more information contact Kiran Chaturvedi (847) 524-7496.
Open to the public
Monday, April 12, 2010
Crazy About Cakes
If you are crazy about cakes, don’t miss this program! Special occasions often include celebration cakes. Audience members will learn the history of special cakes including red velvet, carrot cake, brand name favorites and different styles of wedding cakes. Famous cakes will also be featured. Audience members will sample cupcakes and mini cakes and leave with a packet of recipes. Join Amy Alessio for this informative and tasty program. Please call for reservations.
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Presentation will be held in Friendship Hall, in Bridgegate on the campus of Friendship Village of Schaumburg
For reservations contact Jeannette Magdaleno (847) 884-5539.
This event is free and open to the public
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
History of Silent Films
Silent film makers produced masterpieces and crowd thrilling entertainment. Remarkable for their artistry, silent films show us how our ancestors thought, spoke, dressed and lived. It is through these films that the world first came to love movies and learned how to appreciate them as art. This presentation will present a brief history of silent films and then discuss one of the era’s most popular stars, Harold Lloyd. We will view several of his short films and for the grand finale, watch the most exciting part of his silent film, Safety Last! It is terrifying yet hilarious and will keep you on the edge of your seats.
10:00 a.m. – noon
Presentation will be held in Sarah’s Grove in Bridgewater Place on the campus of Friendship Village of Schaumburg
For information contact Jeannette Magdaleno (847) 884-5539.
This event is free and open to the public
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Being Balanced, Staying Balanced
Are you or someone you know experiencing frequent falls? Does the room, car or your surroundings feel as though they are moving yet you are standing still? Do you know the signs of vertigo? Loss of Balance and mobility are not inevitable as we grow older. Physical Therapy Solutions of Schaumburg, certified vestibular therapist and innovators in treating Orthopedic, Neurological and Vestibular rehabilitation will help us understand the signs of vertigo and how to treat it.
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Presentation will be held in Sarah’s Grove in Bridgewater Place on the campus of Friendship Village of Schaumburg
For reservations contact Kate (847) 884-5050.
This event is free and open to the public.
Friday, April 16, 2010
Meet & Greet the Artists of Little City Center for the Arts
The featured artists in the Bridgegate Main Atrium of Friendship Village are from Little City of Palatine’s adult art program. Their arts program enables its participants to explore a full range of art mediums such as drawing, painting, sculpture and graphic design. This program has won numerous local and national awards. Join us to meet these artists – refreshments will be served.
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Bridgegate, Main Atrium on the campus of Friendship Village of Schaumburg
For information contact Jeannette Magdaleno (847) 884-5539.
This event is free and open to the public
Friday, April 16, 2010
Hockey Night – Professional In-line Hockey Presentation
It’s hockey season and time for some fun! Hospitality associate Mary Jo McHugh’s three sons — Jeff, Steven and Michael will introduce you to the game of in-line hockey. A presentation about the game of hockey and equipment used will be followed by a demonstration…yes, anyone interested will be able to participate in a shoot-out. You will be shown how to hold a hockey stick and how to pass a hockey ball rather than a puck. Next, you will have a chance to score a point on the goalie. Score a point — win a prize!
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Meeting will take place in Assembly Hall located in Friendship Center at Bridgewater Place
For information contact Donna (847) 843-4254
This event is free and open to the public
Tuesday, April 20, 2010 and Thursday, April 22, 2010
AARP Driver Safety Program
Take this 8 hour driver safety class room course especially designed for drivers age 50 and older. Completing this course qualifies you for a discount on your auto insurance (consult your agent). You must attend both days to complete the course. Reservations are required.
AARP Member fee: $12.00
Non-member fee: $14.00
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Class will take place in Bridgewater Place on the campus of Friendship Village of Schaumburg
For reservations and information, contact Jeannette Magdaleno (847) 884-5539.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Brown Bag Prescription Check
Please bring your prescriptions in for a check-up. If our bodies are to have physical examinations, why not our medicine cabinets? Please join us as the pharmacist of Walgreen’s gives our prescriptions a “check-up”
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Presentation will be held in Friendship Hall, in Bridgegate on the campus of Friendship Village of Schaumburg
For reservations contact Kate (847) 884-5050.
This event is free and open to the public
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Normal Aging
The Northwestern Metropolitan Region Continuity of Care will be holding its April meeting at Friendship Village of Schaumburg. Dr. Roger Weise will help us all understand the dynamics of normal aging. Dr. Weise is a fellowship trained geriatrician and is board certified in geriatrics and internal medicine.
Continuity of Care is comprised of dedicated professional interdisciplinary teams working together to advocate and ensure quality levels of care in the transition of the patient/client from one level to the next.
8:30 a.m.
Meeting will take place in Assembly Hall located in Friendship Center at Bridgewater Place
For more information please call Kate (847) 884-5050
Open to the public
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
To Drive or Not to Drive
As we age some aspects of driving become more difficult. What can you, or someone close to you do to remain a safe driver? Please join us as Therapist Tiffany Hokes of Alexian Brothers Rehabilitation Hospital discusses how to continue driving, how to know when to stop driving and what options are available to help us make the right decisions. Light refreshments will be served.
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Presentation will take place in Sarah’s Grove located in Friendship Center at Bridgewater Place
For reservations please call Kate (847) 884-5050
This presentation is free and open to the public
Friday, April 23, 2010
Chicago Swedish Glee Club
Organized in 1869, the Chicago Swedish Glee Club is the second oldest continuous performing male chorus in the United States. Save the date – you don’t want to miss this special performance of perfect harmony.
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Concert will take place in Assembly Hall located in Friendship Center at Bridgewater Place
For reservations please call Donna (847) 843-4254
This presentation is free and open to the public