UPCOMING EVENTS AND OUTINGSMARCH FOODIES TOUR: Harp & The Fiddle Irish Pub in Park Ridge Wed., March 7, 11a.m.-3p.m. #331567-01, $45/$55 A traditional Irish menu located in the heart of Park Ridge. Harp & The Fiddle Irish Pub has excellent food and a modern atmosphere! Bus departs from the Center at 11:30am.

Saint Francis Irish Dancers Wed., March 14, 4p.m. FREE TO MEMBERS Please call the Center to save a seat! Saint Francis School of Irish Dance will perform traditional Irish dances at The Mallinckrodt Active Adult Center. Refreshments will be served!

APRIL FOODIES TOUR: Sayat Nova, Armenian Restaurant in Chicago! Wed., April 4, 11a.m.-3p.m. #431568-01, $55/$65 Famous Armenian Restaurant on Ohio Street in Chicago, which was founded by one of our very own members! Please not that there are ten steep stairs leading to the restrooms. Bus departs from the Center at 11:00am.

Enemy of the People at Goodman Theatre Thur., April 12, Noon-5p.m. #431564, $85/$95 SYNOPSIS: When Dr. Thomas Stockmann discovers toxic contamination in the water used at the local baths, he expects to be hailed as a hero. But since the baths are the town's main source of revenue, the community fights to silence him — and Dr. Stockmann learns there are forces more powerful than truth.

EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR: What am I entitled to? Medicare vs Private Pay Home Care Fri., April 18, 1p.m. FREE TO MEMBERS The first question to ask yourself is when do I need help at home. Senior Helpers and Care Choice home health want to give you the information you need to remain safe and independent in your home. Come find out what Medicare entitles you to and how home care can really enhance your quality of life!

NEW MINDFUL MODALITIES AT MALLINCKRODT NEW Alexander Technique Mon., March 5-April 23, 1-2:30p.m. #331566-01, $82 /$99 (8 weeks) Alexander Method Restorative practices work towards balance, alignment & mobility, reducing pain and stress and helping to prevent “sitting disease” issues by boosting metabolic processes. Instructor: Rebecca Ferguson NEW Kundalini YOGA Thur., March 1-April 19, 11:30a.m.-12:45p.m. #331570-01, $82/$99 (8 weeks) What is Kundalini YOGA? It’s a practice of postures, breathing exercises and mediations designed to promote general wellbeing. Instructor: Michelle Fiore NEW Feldenkrais Wed., January 10-February 28, 1-2p.m. #331562, $82/$99 (8 weeks) Students explore small, comfortable movements that translate to improvements in mobility. Common benefits include increased relaxation, posture, flexibility and pain relief. Instructor: Sara Lebov

EXTENDED TRAVEL

Travel in style with American Classic Tours

• April 15-21, North Carolina Mountain Spring: Asheville & Biltmore Estate (7 days) • May 2-4, Pella Tulip Festival & Amana Colonies (3 days) • June 12-25, Alaska: Land & Sea with Holland America

COMING SOON

FOODIES TOUR 2018 Monthly excursions to award winning restaurants in the Chicago land area: Wednesday, May 2 LaColonial on Rush Street in Chicago Wednesday, June 20 Fago de Chao Brazilian Steak House, Rosemont

ANNUAL WELLNESS BOUTIQUE Thurs., May 10, 5:30-7:30p.m. FREE Awaken to spring! Come and sample offerings by local vendors of healthy food, organic beauty products, natural skin care, massage and restorative fitness.

Historian Barry Bradford presents “Rat Pack” Fri., May 11, 1p.m. FREE to members Everything we need to know about the famous “Rat Pack.”

Wellness Wednesdays Classes Begin May 16, Noon Workshops & Tastings! Spring into clean eating in this “hands on” 4-week session, presented by Leah Bostrom, Certified Health Coach.

PET FASHION SHOW AND PAWZ ADOPTION Sat., June 2, 12-2p.m. More info to come! Show off your canine in a dog fashion show. Raffle prizes, photo booth and entertainment will be offered. Come to the show; come home with a best friend. PAWZ will be on site for pet adoptions.

FITNESS & HEALTH

Fitness Room at the Mallinckrodt Center Included with Center membership of $42 a year. 2 treadmills and 2 cycles. Stop by the Center desk prior to your first workout. Open 9 am - 4:45 pm, Monday-Friday, and available on a first come, first serve basis.

Walk Your Way to Fitness Indoors at the Park District’s Center Fitness Club Indoor Track Annual fee: $37 in addition to $42 Mallinckrodt Membership. Enjoy walking year-round in the safe, controlled environment of the Center Fitness Club, 3000 Glenview Road, Wilmette.

Women’s Par 3, 9 Hole Golf Group Spring Season begins April/May, held Fridays at 9a.m. A rotating schedule of local, short courses: Winnetka and Skokie. Membership to the Mallinckrodt Active Adult Center is required. This group is strictly for fun and is non-competitive. Please contact Penny Bashford, Assistant Manager at (847)256-9623 for information about this amazing group!

Ongoing Fitness Classes at the Center (8 weeks) Healthy choices for all fitness levels.

DAY CLASS INSTRUCTOR PROGRAM # DATES FEES MONDAYS: MEMBER/NON 9:15- 10:15am Strength Nancy #331043-03 Mar 5 – Apr 23 $82/$99 Strength Nancy #431043-01 Apr 30 – Jun 18 $82/$99 10:30-11:15am Joints in Motion Lisa #331303-03 Mar 5 – Apr 23 $66/$82 Joints in Motion Lisa #431303-01 Apr 30 – Jun 18 $66/$82 1-2:30pm Alexander Method Rebecca #331566-01 Mar 5 – April 23 $82/$99 TUESDAYS: 10-11am Gentle YOGA Joyce #331155-02 Mar 6 – Apr 24 $99/$109 Gentle YOGA Joyce #431155-01 May 1 – Jun 19 $99/$109 11:15am-12:15pm Beginners Pilates Nancy #331483-02 Mar 6 – Apr 24 $82/$99 Beginner Pilates Nancy #431483-01 May 1 – Jun 19 $82/$99 WEDNESDAYS 11- 11:45am Balance Core & More Julie #331563-02 Feb 28 – Apr 18 $66/$82 Balance Core & More Julie #431563-01 Apr 25 – Jun 13 $66/$82 1-2pm Feldenkrais Sarah #431562-01 Mar 7 – Apr 25 $82/$99** THURSDAYS 9:15-10:15am Strength Nancy #331043-04 Mar 1 – Apr 19 $82/$99 Strength Nancy #431043-02 Apr 26 – Jun 14 $82/$99 10:30-11:15am Joints in Motion Lisa #331303-04 Mar 1 – Apr 19 $66/$82 Joints in Motion Lisa #431303-02 Apr 26 – Jun 14 $66/$82 11:30am-12:45pm Kundalini YOGA Michelle #331570-01 Mar 1 – Apr 19 $82/$99 FRIDAYS 9:30-10:15am ZUMBA Ruben #331551-02 Mar 2 – Apr 20 $82/$99 ZUMBA Ruben #431551-01 Apr 27 – Jun 15 $82/$99 10-10:30am Balance, Core & More NONE ONGOING FREE 11am-Noon Tai Chi Evelyn #331007-02 Mar 2 – Apr 20 $82/$99 Tai Chi Evelyn #431007-01 Apr 27 – Jun 15 $82/$99 1-2pm Karate for Parkinson’s Dr. Eisenstein #331527-01 Mar 2 – Apr 20 $50/$50 **Feldenkrais: no Class on 3/28

CLASSES & LESSONS

Cooking Class Thur., March 5-April 9, Noon-1:30p.m. #331569-01, $90/$105 (6 weeks) Learn to cook in a fun, hands on learning environment with renown Chef Shirley Campbell, who prepared elegant meals for W. Clement Stone and owned her own catering company. We will cook and partake in our culinary creations! Schedule below:March 5: Appetizers March 12: Salads March 19: Side Dishes

March 26: Meat April 2: Fish April 9: Dessert

Intro to Bridge with Linda Corwin Fri., March 16-May 11, 1-3p.m. #431547-01, $180/$200 (9 weeks) This course is for those who are new to the game of bridge and want to learn to play modern bridge in a fun and effective way. We will focus on the basics: evaluating your hand, bidding,, defensive signals and playing the hand. An introduction to the use of two basic conventions, Stayman and Jacoby Transfers, is also included.

Watercolor Class Tues., March 13-April 17, 9:45a.m. #331087-01, $111/$121 (6 weeks) Learn the basics or refine your skills in a friendly, small class environment. Renowned watercolor artist, Fran Vail, will gently guide you to discover the talents within. New students need to ask for a class supplies list.

Canasta Lessons w/ Sylvia Wed., March 7-28, 10a.m.–Noon #331505-03, $40/$55 NEXT: April 4-25, 10a.m.-Noon #431505-01, $40/$55 (4 weeks) Learn to play – beginners welcome!

Mahjongg Lessons w/ Sylvia Wed., March 7-28, 12:30–3p.m. #331506-05, $40/$55 NEXT: April 4-25, 12:30–3p.m. #431506-01, $40/$55 Fridays, March 2-23, 10a.m.-Noon #331506-06, $40/$55 Fridays, April 6-27, 10a.m.-Noon #431506-02, $40/$55 (4 weeks) Learn to play – beginners welcome!

SASI Technology Classes with George Lowman Tues., 2p.m. FREE TO MEMBERS Call 847/256-9623 to reserve a spot.

Mar 6 iPhone/iPad -Accessibility Settings: You don’t need to be disabled to use Accessibility Settings Mar 13 iPhone/iPad -Maps and GPS Mar 20 iPhone/iPad -Transportation Apps (Uber/Lyft/Pace/CTA/Metra Mar 27 iPhone/iPad -iOS Calendar Apr 3 iPhone/iPad -Tips and Tricks Apr 10 iPhone/iPad Series: Using the camera on your iPhone or iPad Apr 17 iPhone/iPad Series: Photo editing with your iPhone or iPad Apr 24 iPhone/iPad Series: How to organize your photos on your iPhone or iPad

One-On-One Computer/Smartphone Instruction $20M/$30NM. Bring in your own device and charger. Call to request an appointment, 847/256-9623.

ONGOING ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS Please note – group size and skill level may be a consideration to participate in some groups.

Canasta: Wed., 10a.m. & 2nd/4th Fridays, 1–3p.m.

Mahjongg: Wed., 12:30–2:30 p.m. & Fridays, 10a.m.–Noon. New players welcome. For information please call Sylvia Taflove (847)674-0597.

Social Bridge: Tues. at 12:30p.m. & Thurs. at Noon. Partner not required, walk-ins welcome.

Duplicate Bridge: Thurs., 11:30a.m. Try out required, must be able to keep pace. Contact 847-256-9623.

Invitational Bridge: Wed. at Noon. Pre-arrangement required. Contact Bob Davis at 847/256-6325

NEW Bowl in Wilmette! Thurs. in January, 9:30a.m. Meet at Wilmette Bowl, 1903 Schiller in Wilmette. 3 games for $15. Kickoff party info on back cover!

Bowling at Classic Tues., 9:30a.m. – Noon. Held at the Classic Bowl, 8530 Waukegan Rd, Morton Grove. New bowlers welcome! For information call Joy Reis 773-631-1064.

Current Events Group: Mon., 10–11:30a.m. Moderated by Alan Minoff. Keep up with the times!

Memoir Writing: Every other Tues., 10–11:30a.m. Newcomers welcome! Moderated by Al Smith.

Humanities: Wed., 10–11:30a.m. A lively discussion group moderated by Jacki Unger.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AT MALLINCKRODT CENTER

Clinical Counseling Services - with Penny Bashford LCPC. Penny is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor skilled in providing emotional support and awareness for a variety of concerns. Her past clinical focuses include anxiety, depression, domestic violence, divorce, PTSD, parenting, relationships, adjusting to new situations and loss. She is now offering services to help you work through any emotional pain. Call Penny at Mallinckrodt.

Therapeutic Massage Therapy Sessions - With Lisa Shuwal, LMT. 30, 60 and 90 minute sessions available by appointment. Call Lisa at 847-414-0757.

Dress Maker & Seamstress - Dress maker, Vart has provided her expertise in the North Shore for over 25 years. Call Vart to make an appointment 847-967-1533.

Nutrition education and coaching with Chia Leah - Leah Bostrom is a certified health coach who works with clients to achieve their wellness goals by implementing small changes in nutrition, stress management, sleep habits and exercise. Leah offers one time consultations or ongoing support & accountability. She can be contacted at leah@chialeah.com or 773.495.6665.

Podiatrist Appointments - Dr. Litsas, fellow of the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons, certified in foot surgery. HMO and Medicaid not accepted. To make an appointment call Dr. Litsas at 708-588-0250.

Senior Resources Specialist 2nd Wed. of each month, 9:30a.m.–Noon. Call the Center to make an appointment. Resource Specialist Kathy Gaeding will assist with information, referral and advocacy for government benefits and community resources. Courtesy of CJE SeniorLife.

Mallinckrodt Center Wilmette Park District 1041A Ridge Road Wilmette, IL 60091 (847) 256-9623 Center Staff Julie Mantice, Manager Penny Bashford, Assistant Manager Front Desk Volunteers Steve Denemark Nayfeh Ghantous Judy Thalman

HIGHLIGHTS

An Enemy of the People at the Goodman Theatre Thurs., April 12, 12:30-5p.m. #431564-01, $85/$95 Arrive at Center: Noon Depart from Center: 12:30p.m. Return to Center: 5p.m. Get your spot to join us on an outing to see this timely theatrical production at Goodman Theatre in Chicago.