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Offers various educational programs for Lake County youth, including:

• 4-H Youth Development: Introduces youth to potential careers and offers training.
• Commercial Agriculture: Works to address the needs of various local producers.
• Consumer Economics: Offer tips, strategies, and insights into managing finances.
• Horticulture: Encourages individuals to learn about the benefits of flower and vegetable growing.
• Nutrition and Wellness: Food safety to nutrition to chronic disease prevention and management.
• Family Life: Connect with information and resources to assist with helping family members

About Face Youth Theatre is theatre training, social justice activism, leadership development, and queer empowerment all wrapped up in one.

Conversations that Count: a telephone based program that helps older adults cope with life's transitions, reconnect with community, and combat isolation by increasing connectedness through group conference calls several times a week.

Skokie Public Library's book discussions give patrons a chance to read and discuss books with other passionate book lovers.

The Episcopal Church of St John the Evangelist offers a weekly quilters ministry for those who quilt or want to learn.

Art in the Town gives children ages 6-12 the opportunity to experience an art education. The children will paint, draw, sculpt, and explore different art mediums in an effort to enhance their artistic abilities.

Hoffman Estates Park District's Hap & Jan Wittkamp Senior Center is a hub designed exclusively for individuals aged 50 years and older. A variety of programming is offered throughout the week.

Pequenos Sonadores is a summer art club for youth ages 8 to 12 years old that runs from June to August. Youth are exposed to new art forms and provided the materials and creative space to engage in art projects at no cost to parents/guardians. Through the span of 8 weeks, youth build friendships, partake in collaborative activities, and learn to express their creativity, thoughts, and perspectives using art.

Glenview Park District East Wing Senior Center's mission is to enhance the lives of seniors in the community through friendship, knowledge, and recreation. The East Wing offers many opportunities for seniors to be active and intellectually stimulated by developing and nurturing meaningful relationships and participating in activities and outings - all in the company of neighbors. The handicapped-accessible Senior Center welcomes adults 55 years and older.

Forest Park Public Library offers a wide range of community programming available to persons of all ages.

Elmhurst Public Library hosts a wide variety of programming throughout the year including technology classes, book clubs, story times, film screenings, and more.

The Episcopal Church of St John the Evangelist has a monthly knitters ministry for those who enjoy knitting or want to learn.

Bartlett Public Library District provides a variety of community-focused events such as arts and crafts, computer classes, chair yoga, book clubs, and more.

Village of Steger Louis Sherman Community Center offers a variety of community clubs such as the Over 50 Club, TOPS, Pinochle Club, Sewing Club, and the Historical Society.

Lincolnwood Public Library hosts books clubs that meet on a monthly basis.

Hanover Townships offers Enrichment Programming to seniors age 65+. Activities include arts and crafts, bingo, movies, clubs, exercise classes, day trips, cultural presentations, and more. Virtual offerings are available as well.

Lincolnwood Public Library hosts a weekly club where patrons can share tips and show off their work with fellow needle-art enthusiasts. Knitters, crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers, and hand sewers are all welcome.

Trained education volunteers provide one-on-one tutoring to guests on a variety of subjects such as computer skills, reading, writing, math, GED preparation, and books club. The hour-long sessions take place prior to a meal. Currently, more than 30 guests participate in the program.

Wilmette Public Library hosts several long-running book groups aimed at deepening understanding of popular and classic books, and helping to build connections in the community.