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Edited by
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Produced by
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| VILLAGE PROGRAMS |
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Register for these programs by calling 773.248.8700 or
Village Members receive registration priority. Payment confirms your registration and is due in advance.
Let the Village office know if you need a ride! As the Village grows, from time to time events with limited attendance are fully subscribed with a waiting list. If you wish to participate in any event, please sign up early. You can do so by calling the office at 773.248.8700 or e-mailing [email protected]. |
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| WAYS TO STAY FIT |
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NIA
Eight-session series
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Thursdays, Ongoing
10:30 - 11:30 AM
Church of the Three Crosses
(333 W. Wisconsin)
Members - $64 for the series of 8 sessions, or $10 per session;
Guests- $15 per session.
Join in anytime! For more information about NIA, click
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Pilates
Eight-session series:
Tuesdays, Ongoing
10:00 - 11:00 AM
Studio 1002
(1002 W. Diversey)
Members Only - $160 for the series of 8 sessions
Payment goes directly to
Studio 1002.
SPECIAL OFFERS Check out these special offers for Village members to stay active. Chicago Athletic Club Contact the Village office for information on obtaining a one-month free trial membership. XSport Fitness Contact the Village office for information on obtaining a 7-day trial membership.
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AUGUST EVENTS
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Memoir Writing I
August 27 - September 3
2:00 - 3:30 PM
August 20th - No session
Members Only - $60 for the series
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Memoir Writing II
August 24 - August 31
2:00 - 3:30 PM
August 17th Location: Lincoln Park Presbyterian Church
600 W. Fullerton (at Geneva Terrace)
Members - $60 for the series;
Guests - $80 for the series (for Memoir II only)
Wildflower Walk & Talk
Saturday, August 29
10:00 - 11:30 AM
Lincoln Park - North Pond Restaurant
(2601 N. Cannon)
Members - $5 Guests - $10
Take a guided walking tour of the Lincoln Park North Pond area with Janet Swenson and get a fabulous view of wildflowers and learn about their history.
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FAVORITE PASTIME GROUPS FOR VILLAGE MEMBERS
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Travel Group
This new interest group was developed to share information and discuss various group travel options. Future sessions and discussions will include talking about travel experiences, travel issues such as getting through airports without stress and the best options for converting money.
The group will not meet in August but will resume in September. Please stay tuned for the next meeting date. If you are interested in attending, please contact Susan Burke at
[email protected].
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Basic Meditation
Join this group, hosted by member Ellen Stone Belic, to learn and practice basic meditation techniques. Sessions are occasional Saturday mornings. The next session is this Saturday, August 22 led by Sandra Kirmeyer. Arrive at 9:45 AM for setup, meditation is from 10:00 - 11:00 AM. This is a great opportunity to start or renew your practice -- and to experience the joy and the multitude of benefits of meditation. For information, please e-mail Ellen at
[email protected].
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Bridge
This group meets Mondays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM in members' homes, usually with three tables. The next meeting will be hosted by Laura McCormick on August 24. If you are interested in joining, please contact Wally Shah at
[email protected].
Just Restaurants
Our vibrant restaurant group takes advantage of all our great food city has to offer. From BYOB to BBQ, French to fusion, seafood to steak--we try them all. If you want to receive information about these outings, please contact Helene Stoffey at [email protected].
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Knitting for a Purpose
The knitting and crocheting group meets most Wednesdays from 3:00 - 5:00 PM at Sister Arts Studio (721 W. Wrightwood). Beginners and experts are welcome to join. The group will be making hats, scarves and mittens for the Night Ministry. Bring your needles and yarn, maybe even some coffee or tea. Sister Arts Studio will be happy to supply needles and/or yarn, patterns, and tips.For more information, please contact Beth Hickey at
[email protected].
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Movie-Goers
Every Thursday when the weekend movie listings come out, Catherine Rategan e-mails a suggested movie for that weekend, along with a time for the group to meet. The group may follow her suggestion or decide by consensus on another choice. To add your name to the list, please contact Catherine Rategan at
[email protected].
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SEPTEMBER PREVIEW
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Women's Discussion Group:
Living with Passion and Purpose
Tuesday, September 1
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Chicago History Museum
(1601 N. Clark)
Members & Guests - free
Self-hosted lunch to follow at North & Clark Café.
Join Betsy Storm, author of Bright Lights of the Second City: 50 Prominent Chicagoans on Living with Passion and Purpose, to discuss her new book and how we can leverage our own life lessons to achieve greater personal success; find and refine our passions; and achieve our goals.
Great Books, GreatConversations
Wednesday, September 2
Host: Ann Perlberg
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Monday, September 21
Host: Kathy & Jim Zartman
7:00
- 8:30 PM
Members only
Discussions are led by member Mel Washburn and
Don Whitfield respectively. The reading for September for both groups will be "
Bartleby, the Scrivener: A Story of Wall Street" by Herman Melville
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Men's Discussion Group: Tour of the Charnley-Persky House Museum
Wednesday, September 9
11:00 AM
Charnley-Persky House Museum
(1365 N Astor)
Members only - free
Self-hosted lunch to follow tour at North & Clark Cafe (1601 N Clark)
Join the group in touring this national historic landmark located in the Gold Coast. Designed by Louis Sullivan with some input from his draftsman, Frank Lloyd Wright, this house has long been recognized internationally as a pivotal work of modern architecture, and stands as evidence of the extraordinary power of Sullivan and Wright's creativity in collaboration.
Silver Screenings II:
9 to 5
Thursday, September 10
7:00 - 9:00 PM
Brookdale Lake View
(3121 N. Sheridan)
Members & Guests - free
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Silver Screenings I:
9 to 5
Sunday, September 20
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
The Admiral at the Lake
(929 W. Foster)
Members & Guests - free
Optional self-hosted brunch to follow the Sept 20 screening for $15.
Join us for the continuation of the series "The Films of Jane Fonda." The film centers on three working women living out their fantasies of getting even with, and their successful overthrow of, the company's autocratic, sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot boss.
Scrabble
Sunday, September 13
1:00 - 3:30 PM
Host: Jackie Zevin
Members only - free
Both novice and skilled players are welcome to join in on this fun and friendly game. Tables are set up by experience. Beverages are provided, but guests are asked to bring a snack to share.
Banjo Night!
Monday, September 14
7:00 - 9:00 PM.
Chief O'Neill's
(3471 N. Elston)
Members & Guests - free
Join members John Buenz, Jack Hartray and the Windy City Jammers, a merry band of musicians playing classic hits.
McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum Tour
Wednesday, September 16
*Morning (exact time TBD)
McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum
(At Michigan and Wacker)
Members - $15; Guests - $17; Children - $5
Go behind the scenes and view an exclusive bridge lift of
Chicago's famed Michigan Avenue bridge within the land-marked 5-story McCormick
Bridgehouse Museum. Tour the Bridge Gear exhibit and, while standing within the Gear
Room, visitors will have a close-up view of the 95 year old, massive 12,000 ton bridge as it opens within a minute. An expert docent on Chicago's movable bridges will answer any questions about the bridge's history and mechanics. Reservation deadline: Friday, September 11. Note: limited accessibility.
*Exact time is dependent on the schedule set by Chicago Department of Transportation. We can expect a schedule by the week of August 24.
The ABCs and Ds of Medicare
Wednesday, September 16
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Rush University Medical Center
(1725 W. Harrison, Searle Conference Center, 5th floor)
Members & Guests - free
It's that time of year. Get the latest updates on Medicare health and prescription drug insurance just in time for the upcoming enrollment period. Whether you are new to Medicare or you want to be sure you're getting the most out of the program, join us to learn about your benefits!
Coffee for Prospective Members
Friday, September 18
10:30 - 11:30 AM
Village Office
(2502 N. Clark)
Members & Guests - free
This informal coffee for prospective members provides an opportunity to learn more about the Village as well as meet Village Executive Director Dianne Campbell and the office team. Members are encouraged to invite prospective members and join in. Reservations are required.
Boost Your Brain Series
Saturdays, Ongoing
September 19th - November 7th
9:30 - 11:00 AM
Village Office
(2502 N. Clark)
Members - $32; Guests - $42
8-week evidence based series to help participants learn about memory and brain research and how to implement new habits to maintain cognitive health.
"Six at the Table" Organizational Meeting
Sunday, September 20
2:00 PM
Hosts: David & Sheila Ganch
Members & Guests - free
Members & guests will meet to organize dining in members' homes. All members host a meal for six at a chosen time during the year. Meal format is decided by individual hosts, it could be brunch, lunch, dinner, or a picnic, whatever suits you.
Play Reading
Sunday, September 20
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Host: Linda Eisenberg
Members & Guests - free
Light refreshments will be provided.
Come together for a low-key performance in a comfortable setting. The host will pick the play, and participants will choose their parts.
Tiny Theater: The Rainmaker
Sunday, September 27
2:30 PM
Greenhouse Theater
(2257 N. Lincoln)
Members - $26; Guests - $31
Self-hosted dinner to follow performance at Aquitaine Restaurant.
Written by N. Richard Nash, this play tells the story of Lizzie Curry who finds herself falling, against her better judgment, for a traveler who promises to bring rain to her family's ever-dry Texas town. Reservation deadline: Friday, September 11.
End of Summer Wine Tasting
Wednesday, September 30
6:30 - 8:00 PM
wineHouse
(3164 N. Broadway)
Members - $25; Guests - $30
Enjoy wine tasting and snacks on the patio of this new wine store in Lake View. Reservation deadline: Monday, September 28.
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Board of Directors
Ruth Ann Watkins,
President
Mel Washburn,
Vice President
Mary Ann Schwartz,
Vice President
J. Dirk Vos,
Vice President
Robert Spoerri
, Treasurer
David Baker John A. Bross John Craib-Cox Charles G. Cooper Joan Goldstein Jack Hartray Hollis Hines Bruce Hunt Kathleen Kolodgy Joe Lane Alan Lougee Joseph Loundy Charlotte Newberger Marcia Opp Leatrice Berman Sandler Mary Ann Smith Lois Stuckey Advisory Council Neelum T. Aggarwal, M.D. Robyn L. Golden Robert B. Lifton Joanne G. Schwartzberg, M.D. Michael Spock Immediate Past President
Katherine Zartman
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What is Lincoln Park Village?
Lincoln Park Village is a leader in the nationwide Village movement. It is an innovative, nonprofit membership organization, shaped by its members to create possibilities and choices for our lives. As a volunteer-based community, we provide stimulating, challenging activities and programs, help if it is needed, a sense of belonging, and opportunities to contribute and build for the future. Our
Member-Plus program enables all neighbors regardless of income, to join and integrate fully into Village life.
By leveraging the talents, wisdom and skills of older adults, we have become an important asset to our communities and to each other. Together, we are helping invent a different future for older adults in America.
Serving Chicago's North Side neighborhoods from River East to Edgewater and beyond, our Village is a unique resource--professional yet neighborly and close-by--valuable to you right now and as your needs change.
Call us! Join us! 773.248.8700 2502 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60614 p. 773.248.8700 f. 773.248.8181 www.lincolnparkvillage.org [email protected] |
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CALL US! JOIN US!
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| Joining Lincoln Park Village
Membership is available to people 50+ living in Chicago's north side communities from River East to Edgewater and beyond. For your convenience, you can click on the membership application below, or if you prefer, call the Village office for other options. A reduced-rate program, Member Plus, is available for those on limited fixed incomes.
After becoming a member, we will welcome you and connect you to the specific people, activities and services that fit your unique interests and needs. Our goal is always to help you explore possibilities and support your choices so you can live the life you wish to live.
Download Membership Application Download the form to pay via auto-withdrawal through your bank account. |
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Dear Neighbors,
Village members are our co-pilots in the work of the Village and its ability to deliver quality programs, networking opportunities and help when members need it.
From the start, member feedback has guided our work--and often cheered us on. This spring 40% of Village members completed our bi-annual survey, developed in collaboration with UC Berkeley. The results are just in and here are the headlines. Respondents say that because of their Village membership:
Being part of a community means that members are committed to the Village and to each other and demonstrate it over and over by helping - often people they don't even know - by recommending and sharing resources and experiences:
"Wow, the Village really is a terrific organization! When we received a
letter last week from our physician, saying that he will retire on
August 31, we were taken by surprise. Thanks to our request for
doctor referrals in yesterday's Member Memo e-letter, nearly 10
Village members responded in less than two days with recommendations.
Now we have the big job of checking out these wonderful-sounding
doctors. Thanks everyone!"
Cliff and Pat Terry
Another key finding was that 44% of respondents say they want additional help with technology. This is help that we are eager to shape and provide, knowing the important role that technology plays in keeping us connected, informed and safe.
These and other survey findings will be shared with Village committees and task forces--and will guide us as we strengthen current offerings and develop additional resources. The results (and some 10 pages of comments and suggestions-pure gold!) will guide the Village's response to the needs and wants of members.
We are proud to have been selected as one of the leading group of Villages to help launch and test this national system for gathering information describing the impact Villages have on their members. And, for the first time, these survey results will be pooled with the findings of 30 Villages across the country so that the positive impact of the Village movement can be put to good use by policy makers, funders, and all who share our goal of creating a better future for older adults, everywhere.
We thank our members for leading the way. Join us!
Dianne S. Campbell
Founding Executive Director
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Welcome New and Renewing Members
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The Village welcomes these new and renewing members. We are proud to report that 90% of members chose to renew their Village membership this past year. Thank you all.
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here to view new and renewing members.
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What They're Saying About the Village
One of the questions in the member survey was, "What do you like best about being a member of the Village?" Here are some of the things that members said. It is clear that m
embership provides them with possibilities and choices ... the bottom line benefit of Village membership and that now in our seventh year, the Village is still fulfilling its mission:
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to enhance the quality of life and the well-being of individuals as they live longer, so that they remain integral, vibrant and contributing members of their communities."
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Building community and intimate relationships with very smart and interesting people."
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Ability to stay relevant and contribute my skills when needed."
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I am contributing to a great cause."
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Providing support to remain in our own home with access to resources and support..."
"Knowing that there is assistance for any need--just a phone call away ...and the incredible staff of friendly and helpful people."
"The reassurance that it will be there when I really need it AND the positive effect it is having on the attitude of my younger neighbors in having older folks live and participate in all things community. Our value, real and perceived, is growing."
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It gives me the possibility of direction in my life."
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Engagement: Takes You Out of Yourself
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Engagement is something often spoken of within the Village. Its dictionary definitions are a vigorous array of interactions: grab, snag, draw, attract, gain, grip, captivate, engross, absorb, occupy - all of them describing something attractive enough to draw someone close.
Here are some stories about members who have found engagement through their connection to the Village. They are each unique and so is their relationship to the community. They demonstrate that this promise that the Village makes is one we keep:
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We are volunteer-based and have the capacity to respond to each member's interests and needs. Members' lives are enriched through a unique array of programs and activities, the security of knowing someone is there to help, and a social network to last a lifetime."
Joe Levinson - A "Prescription" for a Caregiver
by Bruce Hunt
Joe Levinson was losing weight and he was experiencing stress and he wasn't getting out of the house. He was receiving support from Wellspring to help care for his wife who struggles with dementia - but like many caregivers, he was not taking care of himself.
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You need to join Lincoln Park Village," said his contact person at Wellspring, who also became a friend and advisor. "Get to the monthly events, meet people, be in the world."
 Joe acknowledged he did not know what to expect. He tried a couple of Scrabble parties. "I'm not a very good Scrabble player but it exercised my brain and I met some fine people. And they really took an interest in my stories about playing bass in nearly every venue in Chicago. This was a whole new world for many of the folks I met." Shared meals are another way Joe has connected with the Village since he joined last November. He is looking forward to a dinner party later in August, where he intends to talk about memoir writing with Brigitte Erbe.
When asked what advice he would give to new members about how to engage with the Village he declared fervently, "Don't be afraid to call the office. They'll find somebody to connect you with." He went on to describe how a Village intern had helped him set up a Skype program so he could communicate with his granddaughter.
Now Joe is a Village advocate. Recognizing some familiar patterns in the life of another caregiver, Joe persuaded Bob Mohs to investigate the social activities of the Village and now Bob is a member. That's the way the community grows.
Beth Joosten - The River Flows Two Ways
by Laurel Baer
Beth Joosten is a Village member; an entrepreneur who was able to shape her business while getting to know Village members; and now in return is a resource of great value to Village members. But her closest tie to the Village is as a member: "Because I am a member, I do know what a great community it is and is there for me if/when I should need it."
Beth has a Master of Science in Nursing degree and has been in the healthcare industry for over 30 yeas as a nurse, clinical administrator and consultant. Her business, Healthcare Management Resources has two components: health care advocacy - helping clients interact with heath care providers, making sure that they end up with information that matches their concerns and that enables them to make the decisions that can impact their lives far into the future. Beth also does transition counseling - determining what is needed after a medical event, whether it be home care, rehab or, as in one instance, to suggest The Village to a client who needed nothing more than connectedness for her family's peace of mind! One of the needs Beth identified through her relationships with Village members is planning for the "what if's'" - particularly the need for support system supervision - someone to coordinate between family, volunteers, and paid caregivers to minimize overlap and cost.
One of the unique strengths of the Village is the continuous organic, member-driven development of resources - in this case flowing in two directions - from the Village to Beth and back to the Village as a trusted resource - a perfect example of "give help, get help" in action.
Pauline Taylor - Matchmaker
by Anna Nessy Perlberg
Pauline Taylor was never one for half measures. When AIDS became a terrible scourge in Africa, she decided to go there to help. She volunteered at a South African orphanage for children with AIDS, spending four to five months there at a time, recruited others to join her, and became coordinator of international volunteers at that orphanage.
After some years she returned to the United States and settled in Chicago. She wanted to connect with a community here and she discovered Lincoln Park Village. Attracted by its membership of 400-plus active, interesting people much like herself, she joined the Village in April of this year and was welcomed with great pleasure.
Utilizing a skill that she has, Pauline worked with the office team to analyze the Village's volunteer program. In addition, Pauline has been working on ways to help members become engaged with volunteer activities that will be the most satisfying and rewarding to them. To that end, she collaborated with the Village staff to design the recent survey about past and present volunteer activities, the results of which will be reported to members in the August 26th Member Memo. The outcome of all this work will benefit members, the Village and the community.
Tom Morgan - A Conversation about Opportunities.
by Bruce Hunt
Tom Morgan's physician advised him to join Lincoln Park Village, because as Tom acknowledged, "I'm depressed a lot of the time and I need to be with people."
When I visited with him at Bethany Retirement Community, he was perplexed by a scheduling problem. "I wish I could get rid of all these doctor's appointments. I don't have time to go to the symphony or to the theater."
So I asked him if he needed any help with scheduling. "Well," he replied, "Megan used to help me set things up, but she's moved on." He noted how much he appreciated regular visits from Village intern, Megan Gorzkowski. Tom was well aware that Megan's internship was temporary, and he asked me to "make sure I get on the list for the next semester," because those visits were important to him. I promised to get him on the list.
Tom is making an effort to meet new people and attended the Village program "Put Yourself Out There" but he feels constrained now because he does not have easy access to a computer. He thought there might be a way the Village could strategize with him to solve that one. He does have access to a TV monitor and he was delighted when member Chuck Cooper brought by the full set of "Fargo" videos. "Shows good police work" says Tom.
He is an avid bridge player and the Village helped arrange a foursome in the spring. Tom would like to do that again.
I inquired:' "What advice would you give to someone who asks about Village membership?"
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Do it!" he replied emphatically. "You get all kinds of opportunities. I have not been able to take advantage of all of them, but I am working on it."
With that he was off to keep an appointment at the VA.
Kathy Sauer - A Member with Many Interests!
By Anne Hunt
Kathy Sauer was working as Director of Hospital Health Information Management when a friend told her about the Village movement, sharing her enthusiasm about its mission and programs. Kathy followed up on her suggestion to contact Village Executive Director Dianne Campbell and shortly thereafter, Kathy became a member of the Village and began attending social functions and events, even though her work limited her involvement.
Since she retired, Kathy has been able to expand the scope of her participation. Her activities now include going to the theater (and backstage tours), dining out at interesting restaurants and going to movies with other Village film enthusiasts. Kathy especially likes the monthly Women's Discussion Group and was among the adventuresome members who participated in the Village kayak event featured in Crain's Chicago Business.
Recently, Kathy participated in the Village's eight-week Brain Booster program that presented thought-provoking videos, surveys, and discussions. The program has ended, but members of the group still get together once a month.
In addition to providing activities and programs that interest her, Kathy appreciates the Village's referrals to services -- just when the printer won't work, there's a trusted resource who can fix it!
Sandy Buchanan - Old Enough
by Bonnie Kepplinger
Sandy Buchanan attended Village events and fundraisers before she was a member. Sandy says, "I planned to join when I was older. Then I realized I was already old enough* to be a Lincoln Park Village member. Why wait?"
Sandy jumped right in, experiencing the give-and-take members enjoy: new friendships, a special sense of community, and joining the Lake View Circle, (called by some members "Village Slightly North") for members who live in the Lake View neighborhood. Lake View Circle is the pilot program of a Village initiative designed to build a sense of community among Village members who live in physical proximity to each other.
Sandy bought a block of 15 tickets for Senior Discount Day at Wrigley Field for Wednesday, September 2, and invited Lake View Circle members out to the ball game. Response was enthusiastic, and all tickets were spoken for within a few days. Along with the Cubs game outing, this Circle has provided informal social activities such as dining at local restaurants, cocktail hours, walks in a bird sanctuary, a focus group on "life challenges," and a potluck dinner.
Sandy's advice to prospective Village members: "If you're on the fence waiting to join when you're older, don't delay. You're old enough."
* Editor's Note: If you're 50, you're old enough to join us!
Pat Leshuk - A Journey to Safety and Well-Being
by Anne Hunt
Last fall, Pat Leshuk began experiencing severe attacks of vertigo and lost hearing in her left ear. The initial diagnosis was Meniere's Disease. "I'd always been very active, and was suddenly faced with a life-changing situation," Pat recalls. "I was very upset at the thought that I might not be able to maintain my active life." But as a Village member, I knew that they could help me find access to medical care and assistance if I needed it."
 Then, without explanation, Pat's vertigo attacks suddenly stopped. When she realized that she had regained much of her energy and mobility, Pat joined a group of Village volunteers who help with daycare at St. Vincent De Paul, after which they sometimes have lunch together. Time with the children and then with friends makes this a highlight of Pat's busy schedule. Pat also participated in a Brain Boosters class and when the class ended, she continued to meet with the Brain Boosters, some of whom still get together once a month. "It's a safe place to share our thoughts," she explains.
Pat enjoys Village events, like potluck suppers at Church of Three Crosses. At a recent dinner, she got to talking with a member who extolled his experience taking voice lessons at the Old Town School of Folk Music. "You don't have to be a professional," he told her. It may be Pat's next Village adventure!
Linda Randall Bianco - Doing It Her Way
By Cliff Terry
Linda Randall Bianco happened to join Lincoln Park Village because a good friend of hers was involved in it when it started. "My husband and I were the first ones to have a meeting," she remembers. "It was before Lincoln Park Village and LakeView Village merged. We had an initial wine and cheese gathering for neighbors and people in Lake View.
"And then I sort of forgot about it. I'm a therapist in private practice, and my office is on the same floor as the Village office. So I would see Village staff all the time, and they'd say, 'When are you going to join?' And I'd say, 'I'm not ready and not old enough.' I finally just decided that we would join. Then I decided that if I was going to join, I wanted to jump in and do things that interested me. So that's what I tried to do."
"I held a get-together for people who wanted to meet others for friendship. We had about 15 who came to that. Then I offered to do a focus group on life's challenges. There were about 15 again. People could share things they were worried about, were concerned about."
Anything else? "Yes," she says with a soft laugh. "I also decided to put something together for people who want to learn how to play canasta. So I did!"
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Village News
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Tour of Dixon Waterfowl Refuge, Hennepin, IL.
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| Members and guests start out on the tour. |
Rick and Lois Stuckey host potluck BBQ
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| Member Rick Stuckey greets BBQ guests. |
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| A beautiful night for a BBQ! |
Before store hours at the Apple Store
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| Village members learning about the power of their iPhones. |
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