We invite you to join Compass Health Center for a free 1 CE credit webinar, designed to provide insights into Prolonged Grief Disorder, one of DSM-5-TR's new diagnoses. The experience of loss is nearly universal, making grief & mourning touchstones of the human condition. This CE will provide a comprehensive review using didactic case examples, exploring the history of grief-related diagnoses, key symptoms & various treatment approaches.  

KEY TAKEAWAYS  

• Participants will learn how to define and discuss the diagnosis of Prolonged Grief Disorder.

• Participants will learn how to describe risk factors and outcomes that delineate this diagnosis from a normative experience of grief.

• Participants will learn how to identify key elements of the differential diagnosis as it relates to disorders with shared symptoms or traumatogenic etiology.

• Participants will learn evidence-based and culturally-informed treatment protocols for clients with Prolonged Grief Disorder. 

PRESENTER:

• Megan Humphreys, PSYD
  Senior Primary Therapist, Trauma Program, Northbrook 

*Please note- The following are eligible to receive 1 CE credit for this event:  

• Illinois Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT)

• Illinois Licensed Social Workers (LSW)  

• Illinois Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW)

• Illinois Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC)  

• Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors (LCPC)  

Register Here!

New Year, New Goals - Relax and Release with Café Mindfulness!

You’re cordially invited to Capital One Café in Southport (3435 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657) for Café Mindfulness, a free, six-part wellness and yoga series designed to help members of the local community with identifying goals and preparing for success, getting clear and developing a plan for achieving goals, navigating change and handling roadblocks along the way. 

Every third Wednesday of the month from January 17th through June 19th, sessions will be held from 12pm-1pm Local Time. January and February sessions will focus on goal-setting and preparing for success. 

We welcome you to stop by the Café for a session or the series and to share this special invitation with others across your organization. 

At this time, registration for the series is not required, but space is limited. We strongly encourage participants to arrive 15 minutes before the start of each session for check-in and to receive a free coffee that can be redeemed at any time.

Important Note: Comfy, workout attire is recommended. Shoes are not permitted during Café Mindfulness sessions, but are required for any other activities within the Café. Participants will also need to bring a Yoga mat to each session. Cooling towels will be provided at the January session.

We’re looking forward to seeing you soon and hope you can join us for Café Mindfulness!

Description:

Step into a world where the symphony comes alive with the electrifying spirit of "Serious Fun." Join Lakeview Orchestra and conductor Jeffrey Parthun for an afternoon that's all about the thrill of music and the joy of performance. From the bold notes of Shostakovich to the lively dance of Strauss II and the captivating melodies of Bizet, let yourself be carried away by this pure musical celebration.

ARTISTS

Lakeview Orchestra
Jeffrey Parthun Guest Conductor
Soloist TBD | Winner of the 2024 Young Artist Concerto Competition

For More Information: https://www.lakevieworchestra.org/events/2024/4/14/serious-fun-at-the-symphony

Come join the Cleanup Club and District 12 Commissioner Bridget Degnen to bond over the joys of removing trash from our local community! We will have groups going both north and south from Ravenwsood Ave & Irving Park Rd in an attempt to cover everything from Montrose to Addison. We will also have a Coffee Social Hour from 9-10am at Ritual Coffeehouse.

More details:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trash-cleanup-ravenswood-ave-coffee-hour-tickets-863285850217

Kendra Scott wants YOU for their Mother’s Day Campaign!‌
They’re celebrating pet moms, mom moms, stepmoms, moms-to-be, honorary mom figures and most certainly grandmoms with on-site photobooth moments at Kendra Scott Southport Ave on Saturday April 13—‌ and the mosaic of our moms will come to life online and in-store for Mother’s Day! ‌

Enjoy a curated Kendra Scott x Matchacita coffee drink on us, when you participate!
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Come show us what motherhood means to you.

Event URL: https://www.kendrascott.com/ksmomsday.html

Join Bright Horizons for Artsy Thursday, a day full of hands-on activities for you and your child. Unleash your inner artist and connect with other families. All are welcome!

RSVP today: https://www.brighthorizons.com/week-of-the-young-child

How is a trauma informed yoga class different from a "regular" yoga class? Bring your own mat!

This 3-hour workshop includes a short yoga practice, discussion among participants, and a talk led by trauma informed yoga instructor Kate Rice. Her perspective is that of a yoga instructor who has taught yoga to residents of homeless shelters, women detained at Cook County Jail, and sexual violence survivors. The workshop is primarily aimed at yoga instructors but all are welcome - mental health professionals with a yoga practice might also find relevant info. Please note this is a workshop about trauma informed yoga, and is not intended as a practice for those working through trauma.

Part 1: Intro and practice: participate in a trauma informed yoga class (bring your own mat please). The yoga practice will include both seated and standing postures, and not much weight-bearing on the arms. It's not a chair yoga class, but it is meant to be accessible to all experience levels and welcoming to those newer to yoga; folding chairs are available to those who may prefer to sit on a chair instead of the ground.

Part 2: Group discussion: How is a trauma informed yoga practice different than a "regular" class? Discuss with other participants your impressions based on the practice you've just done, plus other ideas of your own, then regroup for Kate's input on her approach and intentions.

Part 3: Mainly lecture: How do you get training beyond this workshop? What about setting up your own trauma informed class in a studio or other setting? Peruse manuals from trainings Kate has done, and explore some resources for program set up.

Space is limited. If your plans change, please request your refund prior to close of business Friday, April 5. Please note there are different tickets (same price) for in-person and zoom, and ensure you select the correct one.

Extra: meet and network with the other participants in this workshop, who may be excellent co-teachers or just knowledge resources for your future trauma informed yoga work.

Register Here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trauma-informed-yoga-april-2024-in-person-zoom-tickets-859496425947?aff=oddtdtcreator

School tours are held on the second Tuesday of each month from October through May at 9:00 am. To register for a monthly tour, please follow the link. If you have any questions, please contact Anne Japsen at annejapsen@gosaintandrew.com. We look forward to meeting you!

Event URL: http://www.gosaintandrew.com/apps/forms2/?f=7373

BIBIBOP Roscoe Village Grand Opening

When: April 4th, 2024 Doors open at (9:45 AM)​

Where: 3304 North Western Avenue Chicago, IL 60618

100 lucky guests will win free BIBIBOP for a year during our grand opening (while supplies last)

Wear orange for $5 off!

 FREE bowl to all members of law enforcement, first responders, healthcare workers, and educators (show ID to redeem)

Missio Dei Wrigleyville will be hosting an EASTER EGG HUNT on Saturday, March 30th, at both 10 and 11am. They’ll have coffee, donuts, and of course thousands of hidden eggs! All ages are welcome at this free event at Blaine Elementary School Field.

Register Here:

https://artis-senior-living.ce-go.com/the-secret-to-engaging-in-dementia

Join Bottle & Bottega for a BYOB event - start by receiving a shiatsu massage demo from Kate Rice, LMT (6:30-7pm), and paint a zen-like image of your own with guidance from an instructor (7-9pm). Shiatsu is a Japanese style of bodywork done clothed that utilizes thumb pressure, palm pressure and stretches to promote health and relaxation. $40 ticket covers all: paint supplies, apron, 16x20 canvas you take home, and instruction.

Register Here: https://www.paintingwithatwist.com/studio/chicago-lakeview/event/3581342/

Soothe your body and mind with this restorative yoga practice that includes shiatsu massage. Shiatsu is a Japanese style of bodywork done clothed on a padded floor mat, and it's informed by Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The practitioner uses thumb and palm pressure along channels in the body as well as stretches to improve organ function, encourage good digestion and rest, and balance mental and emotional wellbeing.

Kate Rice, LTM and shiatsu practitioner, will guide you into restorative yoga postures using blocks and bolsters for support, and then circulate to offer shiatsu massage as you rest in the postures for 10-20 minutes each. It's always fine to move or shift for comfort; the intention is to encourage rest and ease in the body and mind both.

The event will include a short introduction to shiatsu as well as time for questions and reflections at the end. Space is limited to 8 participants - purchase your ticket to reserve your space. If your plans change, please request your refund before Wednesday, March 20. Learn more about Kate at katerice.org.

Register Here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/restorative-yoga-with-shiatsu-massage-tickets-859804126287?aff=oddtdtcreator

Working Artists Open Their Doors at Cornelia Arts Building March Open Studios

Visit two full-floors of working art studios at one of the largest artist studio buildings on Chicago’s North side. On Friday March 22nd, from 6 - 10 pm, and on Saturday March 23rd, from 11 am - 3 pm, the Cornelia Arts Building at 1800 West Cornelia Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, opens its doors for visitors to meet talented artists and artisans in person, explore their art practices up close, and purchase art and crafts directly from their makers.

Currently over 95 local artists and artisans work here, including painters, sculptors, photographers, ceramic artists, print-makers, jewelers, designers, and much more. The juried front lobby guest artist is Mary Foster, showcasing her beautiful paintings and hand-painted woodcut prints. With one-of-a-kind artwork and special artisan-made gifts by the building artists, the event offers something for the whole family to enjoy.

Building on four decades of fostering creativity, the venue nears completion on a multi-year remodeling effort, with more than double the studios and artists, and more art than ever before. Established in 1986 in a former ice-house, the Cornelia Arts Building is located at 1800 West Cornelia, at the border of three distinct Chicago Neighborhoods; Roscoe Village, Lakeview, and North Center. Located close to public transportation and only two blocks south of the Addison Brown Line CTA stop, the building has a free parking lot and street parking nearby. Events are free and open to the public.

Join Wintrust Bank- Roscoe Village for an afternoon full of FUN with the Easter Bunny. There will be treats, games and giveaways. This will be an afternoon you DON’T want to miss. Sign up HERE to get your pictures taken with the bunny at no cost.

Working Artists Open Their Doors at Cornelia Arts Building March Open Studios

Visit two full-floors of working art studios at one of the largest artist studio buildings on Chicago’s North side. On Friday March 22nd, from 6 - 10 pm, and on Saturday March 23rd, from 11 am - 3 pm, the Cornelia Arts Building at 1800 West Cornelia Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, opens its doors for visitors to meet talented artists and artisans in person, explore their art practices up close, and purchase art and crafts directly from their makers.

Currently over 95 local artists and artisans work here, including painters, sculptors, photographers, ceramic artists, print-makers, jewelers, designers, and much more. The juried front lobby guest artist is Mary Foster, showcasing her beautiful paintings and hand-painted woodcut prints. With one-of-a-kind artwork and special artisan-made gifts by the building artists, the event offers something for the whole family to enjoy.

Building on four decades of fostering creativity, the venue nears completion on a multi-year remodeling effort, with more than double the studios and artists, and more art than ever before. Established in 1986 in a former ice-house, the Cornelia Arts Building is located at 1800 West Cornelia, at the border of three distinct Chicago Neighborhoods; Roscoe Village, Lakeview, and North Center. Located close to public transportation and only two blocks south of the Addison Brown Line CTA stop, the building has a free parking lot and street parking nearby. Events are free and open to the public.

All interested buyers are invited to register for Pioneer Realty's upcoming home buyer informational seminar on Thursday, March 21 from 6:30 - 7:30 pm! They will provide light refreshments and a brief presentation to discuss home buying in the Chicagoland area. This will include a discussion of how to prepare for buying your home, mortgage preapproval, and the current real estate market. The presenters include our brokers, Helen Bailey and Savannah Whittington, and lender Jim Pomposelli with Lakeside Bank.

Event URL: http://www.chicagoprg.com/community-outreach-and-local-events

New Year, New Goals - Relax and Release with Café Mindfulness!

You’re cordially invited to Capital One Café in Southport (3435 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657) for Café Mindfulness, a free, six-part wellness and yoga series designed to help members of the local community with identifying goals and preparing for success, getting clear and developing a plan for achieving goals, navigating change and handling roadblocks along the way. 

Every third Wednesday of the month from January 17th through June 19th, sessions will be held from 12pm-1pm Local Time. January and February sessions will focus on goal-setting and preparing for success. 

We welcome you to stop by the Café for a session or the series and to share this special invitation with others across your organization. 

At this time, registration for the series is not required, but space is limited. We strongly encourage participants to arrive 15 minutes before the start of each session for check-in and to receive a free coffee that can be redeemed at any time.

Important Note: Comfy, workout attire is recommended. Shoes are not permitted during Café Mindfulness sessions, but are required for any other activities within the Café. Participants will also need to bring a Yoga mat to each session. Cooling towels will be provided at the January session.

We’re looking forward to seeing you soon and hope you can join us for Café Mindfulness!

Come celebrate with VOLO Restaurant Wine Bar at their Annual French Wine Dinner as they raise a glass to Volo's 19th Anniversary (and the start of their 20th year!) and find out why Volo has just been voted "Best Wine Bar" in the Chicago Reader Best of Chicago 2023!
 
Join VOLO Restaurant Wine Bar for what has become a highly anticipated annual event, when they will be pouring stellar hand-picked iconic wines from across France paired with a sublime five-course menu created by Chef Partner Stephen Dunne. The event will take place in Volo's heated & enclosed "#1 Hidden City Patio" (chimag) & rustic coach house, located in charming Roscoe Village. Advance ticket purchase required, limited availability. 

Full menu and details.VIEW MENU AND DETAILS

The crane is the most well known pattern in the Japanese art of origami, yet it is also one of the more challenging. This workshop is meant to teach you to fold the “perfect” origami crane, with “perfect” in quotations because as with all art, there is no such thing as perfection. During this hour and a half lesson, you will learn the foundations of origami and gain all the skills needed to strive toward mastering the art of folding a paper crane. A variety of paper will be provided.

Event URL: https://www.konbiniandkanpai.com/#!/2024-03-19-Crane-Folding-Origami-Workshop/p/629214121/category=130374016

School tours are held on the second Tuesday of each month from October through May at 9:00 am. To register for a monthly tour, please follow the link. If you have any questions, please contact Anne Japsen at annejapsen@gosaintandrew.com. We look forward to meeting you!

Event URL: http://www.gosaintandrew.com/apps/forms2/?f=7373

The annual St. Alphonsus Fish Fry is one of the parish’s biggest events of the year.
It is not only a fundraiser for the church and local community’s charities, but a way to bring our neighborhood together for some good food and cheer.

Date: Friday, March 8th
Where: 1429 W. Wellington, Chicago in Festival Hall, beneath the church
Time: 6:30-9PM
Featuring the Trinity Irish Dance Troupe around 7 PM.
Cost: $20 for adults. $10 for kids 5-12. Free for 4 and under.
Buy Fish Fry Adult Tickets Online Here!
Buy Kids tickets at the door via Cash, Zelle or Venmo
Menu: Fried Beer Battered Cod, Macaroni and Cheese, Coleslaw
For Sale separately: Mini-cupcakes, Brownies and other treats
BYOB Alcohol only.
Water and other non-alcoholic drinks will be for sale
For the kids: Multiple games and prizes

Artwork by Tom Greensfelder and Hugh Spector

Opening Reception: Friday March 8th from 6 PM - 9 PM

Gallery Hours: Wednesday through Saturday 1 PM - 5PM

Exhibit closes: Saturday March 30th, 2024

Contact Marya Veeck

Phone 773-327-5644/773-480-8300

augusthousechicago@gmail.com

Half-Day Preschool Open House at Bright Horizons!

Learn about their new Half-Day Preschool!
Half-Day Program Includes:
o Hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
o 2, 3, and 5 day schedule opportunities
o Classroom options for children ages two and up
o A flexible curriculum that encourages creative expression, literacy, math/manipulatives, science, social/emotional development, technology, music, dramatic play, and outdoor learning
o Healthy morning snack and lunch

Event URL: http://brighthorizons.com/lakeview

The 19th Police District Council is excited to host the Independent Monitoring Team overseeing Chicago’s compliance with the federal CPD consent decree at our February District Council meeting. Come hear about their work and the City’s progress toward the consent decree’s goals of fair, effective, and constitutional policing. They are especially happy to welcome our neighboring District Councils from the 17th, 20th, and 24th Districts for this special joint meeting!

RSVP Here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScU1AHQ-AYJSVZMqYch89bp3cJpnEE50gvTqLzC9j_rAAvdsQ/viewform

Screening of LIKE:

Are you using technology or is technology using you?

LIKE explores the impact of social media on our lives and the effects of technology on the brain and on learning. Understanding that virtual connection is a huge part of our socialization and can have many benefits, how do we use it to best inform, educate and inspire us to self-regulate, so we can enjoy a more balanced and fulfilled life?

Get your tickets HERE

New Year, New Goals - Relax and Release with Café Mindfulness!

You’re cordially invited to Capital One Café in Southport (3435 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657) for Café Mindfulness, a free, six-part wellness and yoga series designed to help members of the local community with identifying goals and preparing for success, getting clear and developing a plan for achieving goals, navigating change and handling roadblocks along the way. 

Every third Wednesday of the month from January 17th through June 19th, sessions will be held from 12pm-1pm Local Time. January and February sessions will focus on goal-setting and preparing for success. 

We welcome you to stop by the Café for a session or the series and to share this special invitation with others across your organization. 

At this time, registration for the series is not required, but space is limited. We strongly encourage participants to arrive 15 minutes before the start of each session for check-in and to receive a free coffee that can be redeemed at any time.

Important Note: Comfy, workout attire is recommended. Shoes are not permitted during Café Mindfulness sessions, but are required for any other activities within the Café. Participants will also need to bring a Yoga mat to each session. Cooling towels will be provided at the January session.

We’re looking forward to seeing you soon and hope you can join us for Café Mindfulness!