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Glenbrook student band to play at Village Green

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Last Resort, a local band that combines Glenbrook South and Glenbrook North students has been chosen as a finalist for Rock The Green. The band members include Gary Zucker, drums, and Michael Colon, bass, from Glenbrook South and Kayti Gregory, vocals, and Charlie Laughlin, guitar, …

Newsmakers

Church Council president and new members named Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 2328 Central Road, Glenview, elected a new council president, Howard Thomas. Howard, his wife Margaret and son Ryan are long time members of the church and of Glenview. Other elected council members were Barb Hiller, …

Researcher discusses approach to autism

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Learn about autism

If you have a child with autism, or you want to learn more about the condition, join Harvard pediatric neurologist, brain researcher and author, Dr. Martha Herbert for “The Autism Revolution.” Dr. Herbert will explain her research and discuss her whole-body treatment …

Senior Notes

Seniors The following activities sponsored by the Glenview Park District Senior Center are held in the east wing of Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Ave., unless otherwise indicated. The Senior Center is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (847) 724-4793. FRIDAY 10:30 …

St. David’s Episcopal hosts Vacation Bible School

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A Vacation Bible School program called “Sky” will be hosted at St. David’s Episcopal Church from June 18 to 22. Children can participate in Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, enjoy treats, experience Bible adventures, and test out gizmos they will play with …

Glenview ice show honors New York

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New York skate of mind ice show Get ready for some beautiful figure skating and dance moves at the Glenview Ice Center’s 39th annual ice show, “New York Skate of Mind!” Bring the whole family to watch figure skaters and hockey players perform. Colorful costumes, …

Community Briefs

League of Women Voters to sponsor garage sale The League of Women Voters of Glenview will be hosting their semi-annual garage sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 18 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 19 at the Glenview Park District Flick Park …

Kohl Museum bringing back ‘Chagall for Children’

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Kohl Children’s Museum is bringing back one of the most popular exhibits in its history when “Chagall For Children,” a multi-sensory, hands-on exploration of one of the best-known and best-loved artists of the 20th century, Marc Chagall, returns June 18-Sept. 2. “Chagall for Children,” is …

Kohl Museum holds pre-Mother’s Day event

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Super moms celebration

In honor of Mother’s Day, Kohl Children’s Museum is throwing a pre-Mother’s Day bash for kids and their Super Hero moms! The party will have a live DJ, special activities, and live appearances by Batman, Spiderman and other super heroes. Plus, you’ll …

Super Moms  celebration May 11  at Children’s Museum

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For the first time, Kohl Children’s Museum celebrates “super moms” everywhere with a pre-Mother’s Day event Friday, May 11. The Super Moms Celebration will feature dancing, super special activities and live appearances by “superheroes.” Also included in the ticket price will be refreshments and a …

Put your nose to use for stress relief

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Aromatherapy workshop

Learn how you can reduce stress, enhance your mood, and relax your mind, body and spirit through aromatherapy. Join certified aromatherapist, Sharon Palmatier as she explains how the use of essential oils from flowers and herbs can offer therapeutic benefits through inhalation, massage …

North Shore Senior Center launches new website

North Shore Senior Center will officially launch its new website on April 24. Featuring a contemporary and streamlined design, this website will offer seniors and families a user-friendly online experience as they access information about North Shore Senior Center’s various programs and services.

Following a …

Boy Scouts hold pancake breakfast Sunday

Boy Scout Troop 69 will be hosting a pancake breakfast from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday at the Glenview United Methodist Church, 727 North Harlem Ave. A variety of delicious breakfast items will be served. Tickets are $6 each and any Cub Scout in …

Tower Drive shops host girls night out

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Girl’s night out

The owners of Vintage Nest and Stella and Grace invite you to special shopping night out that’s just for girls. They’ll offer special discounts and raffles along with drink specials and complementary appetizers from Bravo, Flight and El Jardin. When: 6-9 p.m. …

Glenview This: Second City comes to Glenview

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Second City in  Glenview You don’t have to go downtown to see performers from Second City. They’re coming to Glenview! The GBS Titan Booster Club and the GBS Instrumental League are co-hosting a fundraiser to benefit GBS band and athletic programs. Laugh while you raise …