Events - Month List

Continuing Mah Jongg class for those that have just recently completed a Mah Jongg Beginner class. The objective of this class is to focus on the mechanics of game procedures and good selection of hands during the course of the game, and a better knowledge of the National Mah Jongg League card. Please register in advance.

Be part of the millions of players who enjoy Mah Jongg! The class is for beginners and those who know the game, but need refresher classes to brush up on skills, rules and strategies. Please register in advance.

Beginning Ukulele Class - Have you ever wanted to learn how to play the ukulele? Peggy Mistak teaches you this very simple and delightful instrument. -- Participants must provide their own ukulele. Please register in advance.

Intermediate Ukulele Class Brush up on your skills or learn new songs! This class is for those who have experience playing the ukulele and want to continue their skills. Please register in advance. Fee is $25 Member/$30 Guest.

Camp out with your family in the Park District’s backyard, outside at the Wildwood Nature Center. (5 pm Friday to 10 am Saturday) Participants are required to bring their own tents and bedding. All Ages. Register online at www.prparks.org or call the Park District. (847) 692-5127

The Farmer's Market will be held every Saturday, from 7:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. from May 23 to October 31, 2015 AT: Prairie and Garden, which is at just south of the Metra train tracks and Touhy, and east of Cumberland Avenues.

Annual Park Ridge Antiques & Collectibles Flea Market in Hodges Park.

Join us at St. Luke's Lutheran Church in Park Ridge, IL from Noon to 2 PM for dancing, moving, and shaking for a great cause. --- Join Team Saving Second Base (from Relay for Life's Des Plaines/Park Ridge event) and some amazing instructors as we honor Pam Cloum who is battling cancer to raise funds for Relay for Life! Wear pink to show your support! Zumba wear will be available!

Food for Thought , Age 55 & up: The Power of Glamour- Robert Randall is back to evoke a unique Hollywood era and five of the goddesses including Joan Crawford, Greta Garbo, Katherine Hepburn, Tallulah Bankhead and Marlene Dietrich. You won’t want to miss this lunch and presentation about the women that enchanted the world and left their legacy.

The Farmer's Market will be held every Saturday, from 7:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. from May 23 to October 31, 2015 AT: Prairie and Garden, which is at just south of the Metra train tracks and Touhy, and east of Cumberland Avenues.

Trot against Trafficking 5K Charity Run/ Walk / Kids’ Dash will take place on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at 8:30 a.m. --- Race Begins and ends at Washington Elementary School. 1500 Stewart Ave., Park Ridge, IL. ---- All event proceeds will be donated to charities that serve to educate, raise awareness and help victims of human trafficking. More information can be found on our event website www.trotagainsttrafficking.com

The Twenty-first Star Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution will be hosting a Continental Breakfast, Saturday, June 13, 2015 at the Park Ridge Country Club, 636 N. Prospect Avenue from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Please join us for the annual golf outing/fundraiser benefiting The Center of Concern at Mountain View Adventure in Des Plaines. -- Featuring: Miniature Golf, Picnic Dinner, Beverages, Balloon Artist, Raffle Prizes, "Top Score" Golfer Jacket, Music and fun!! Winning Chances: Split the Pot, Raffle and more!

Please join us for our Summer 2015 Concerts in the Park - the 55th year that the Park Ridge Fine Arts Symphony (PRFAS) has presented this wonderful summertime musical experience!! Concerts will take place June 19 through August 14.

St. Luke's Lutheran Church will host Camp Allegro Music Camp, celebrating 15 years this summer, from June 22-26 (M-F), 9:00 a.m. to noon, for children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade in the fall. This summer’s theme is “Music of the Caribbean.” Cost of the camp is $60.00 per child, $150.00 per family. To register or for more information, visit the church’s website at www.stlukespr.org or call Melinda Hoiland at 847-825-6659, ext 150.

Open table tennis, "55 and Over" Monday through Friday 2:00-5:00. This event is free to members. Non-members pay a $2 daily drop in fee if participating.

St. Luke's Lutheran Church will host Camp Allegro Music Camp, celebrating 15 years this summer, from June 22-26 (M-F), 9:00 a.m. to noon, for children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade in the fall. This summer’s theme is “Music of the Caribbean.” Cost of the camp is $60.00 per child, $150.00 per family. To register or for more information, visit the church’s website at www.stlukespr.org or call Melinda Hoiland at 847-825-6659, ext 150.

Treat yourself to hot slices of cheese, sausage and veggie pizza. Afterwards play several games of bingo!

Families are invited to join the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016 on Wednesdays, June 17 through August 12, from 1-3 p.m for Afternoon Adventures: Des Plaines Farms and Beyond. ----- For children, ages 5-12, with an adult. $3 per child, $2 per child for members. Call 847-391-5399 or visit desplaineshistory.org for information.

St. Luke's Lutheran Church will host Camp Allegro Music Camp, celebrating 15 years this summer, from June 22-26 (M-F), 9:00 a.m. to noon, for children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade in the fall. This summer’s theme is “Music of the Caribbean.” Cost of the camp is $60.00 per child, $150.00 per family. To register or for more information, visit the church’s website at www.stlukespr.org or call Melinda Hoiland at 847-825-6659, ext 150.

Join us on the last Friday of the month for a friendly Dominoes Tournament at the Senior Center. Fee is $2 for member/$3 guest. Contact the Park Ridge Senior Center at 847-692-3597 for more information.

Please join us for our Summer 2015 Concerts in the Park - the 55th year that the Park Ridge Fine Arts Symphony (PRFAS) has presented this wonderful summertime musical experience!! Concerts will take place June 19 through August 14.

Come and enjoy the Danish Home Annual Summer Festival Fundraiser – our special, traditional homecoming day with residents and friends. Performance by: Bjornson Male Chorus, Bakery Booth, Scandinavian Souvenirs, Treasure Chest, Special Drawings, Children’s Corner $5.00 admission with unlimited Games—Bouncy House—Petting Zoo—Clown ----- Danish Open-Faced Sandwiches—Hamburgers—Hot Dogs—Beverages --- Raffles