Community Corner

Plymouth Place Hosts August 2015 Events

Plymouth Place Hosts April 2015 Events

Submitted by Plymouth Place.

The following events are at Plymouth Place Senior Living, 315 North La Grange Rd, La Grange Park. They are free and open to the public, but reservations are requested. For information contact 708-354-0340 or email rlopienski@plymouth.provinet.com.

Mondays through August: Great Courses: A History of European Art, Skyline Lounge 4:00pm
Professor and art historian William Kloss teaches this new video series.

Find out what's happening in Western Springsfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Saturday, 8/1: LATTE Theater Presents “It’s All in the Timing”, Dole Hall 2:00pm

Sunday, 8/2: “It’s All in the Timing”, Dole Hall 2:00pm
The LATTE Theater presents “It’s All in the Timing”; by David Ives . Six one act plays spins hilarity out of words. Theatre that aerobicizes the brain and tickles the heart. Tickets available at the door.

Find out what's happening in Western Springsfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Sunday, 8/2: Heather Braoudakis: “Perfectly Frank”, Albert Hall 2:00pm
Heather returns to Plymouth Place with a salute to Frank Sinatra.

Thursdays, 8/6, 13, 20, 27: Bible Study, 2nd Floor Multi-purpose Room 2:00pm
Join Chaplin Carol Taylor for Bible study topic: Living the Questions: Faith is not a destination but a journey.

Thursday, 8/6: Chicago Classic Brass, Dole Hall 7:15pm
Enjoy the Chicago Classic Brass perform a unique repertoire of light classical and popular selections including works by Bach, Gershwin, Joplin and many more.

Friday, 8/7: You be the Judge with George Plavac, Education Room 9:30am

Friday, 8/7: Cruise to Bolivia, Dole Hall 3:00pm
Our cruise around the world destination this month is to Bolivia. Enjoy a travelogue. Residents share any memorabilia you may have and bring your passport for your stamp.

Saturday, 8/8: Illinois Cochlear Implant Chapter, Hearing Loss Association of America, Dole Hall 2:00pm
All are welcome.

Wednesday, 8/12: Music with Joyce Garro, Albert Hall 2:30pm

Thursday, 8/13: Weaving Exhibit Reception, LL Art Gallery 4:00pm
Welcome the fourth Annual Weavers Exhibit, meet some of the artists and learn how they create their beautiful items. Refreshments served.

Friday, 8/14: HealthPro Wellness Seminar, LL Fitness Room 9:30am
What Did You Say?” Aural Therapy addressing hearing loss, which highlights strategies and interventions used to minimize hearing loss and/or to cope with present hearing loss.

Friday, 8/14: TED Talks, Education Room 3:00pm

Saturday, 8/15: Cello & Piano Recital, Dole Hall 10:30am
Join to hear the talented young students of Jessica Ondracek play their piano & cello selections.

Monday, 8/17: “Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula and Mayan heritage”, Dole Hall 1:00pm
“Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula and It’s Mayan Heritage”, presented by resident traveler Ralph Gutekunst. Ralph will take you on a journey of the folk traditions of the Yucatan people.

Tuesday, 8/18: Social with Guitarist Joe Fire, Albert Hall 2:15pm
Joe Fire will be sharing some fun guitar music and singing during our Tuesday afternoon Ice Cream Social!

Tuesday, 8/18: St. John’s Family Theater “Celebrate Family”
St. John’s LaGrange Family Theater returns with a musical revue featuring songs from “Bye Bye Birdie”, “Fiddler On the Roof”, and “Mary Poppins”. This costumed revue features folks from 4 years old to 70+ in an upbeat toe-tapping production. Mark your calendars for this event !! St. John’s loves to bring their shows to us. See you there!!

Wednesday, 8/19: Afternoon at the Classic Movies, Albert Hall at 2:00 pm
Join us to enjoy some freshly popped pop corn and watch a favorite Classic movie!

Thursday, 8/20: Hymn Sing, Albert Hall 2:00 pm
Sing along with your favorite hymns lead by Rita and accompanied on our beautiful Yamaha grand piano.

Thursday, 8/20: The Hunnymooners, Margaret Bailey Lounge 3:00pm
The Hunnymooners are an acoustic/electric guitar duo that provide finest in 50’s, Oldies, Jazz, Blues, and Standards all with a kitschy rapport. This retro duo guarantees a fun and entertaining trip down memory lane!

Friday, 8/21: Plymouth Players, Dole Hall 2:15pm
Our own Plymouth Players will be performing theatrical scripts. Join us for humorous, romantic and light dramatic presentations.

Friday, 8/21: George Plavac: Economics Today, Education Room 9:30am

Monday, 8/24: Music with Chris Colletti, Albert Hall 2:30pm

Monday, 8/24: Monarchs in Illinois , Dole Hall 3:00pm
Lori Harris of the Salt Creek Butterfly Farm will speak on Monarchs in Illinois and will weave in details about her own journey starting the butterfly farm and the Harris Family Butterfly Habitat.

Tuesday, 8/25: Music by Accordion Player Joe Moroz, Albert Hall 2:15pm

Wednesday, 8/26: Bob Kurtz Piano Sing-along, Greg’s Place 1:30pm

Thursday, 8/27: Benjamin Franklin, Dole Hall 7:15pm
Actor Terry Lynch will perform as Benjamin Franklin, bringing this founding father and statesman to life. Listen as Franklin reminisces about his political life, writings, and scientific inventions.

Friday, 8/28: Current Events with George Plavac, LL Game Room 9:30am

Friday, 8/28: Plymouth Place Choir & Chimes Concert, Dole Hall 3:00pm
Come enjoy music and song by our talented PP residents’ chorus and chimes groups, featuring spirituals.

Saturday, 8/29: Renacer Boliviano Dancers, Dole Hall 7:15pm
Enjoy the magic of Bolivian live music and dance with Renacer Bolivia, performing traditional Bolivian folkloric dances to foster an appreciation and understanding of the cultural and historic context of these beautiful dances.

Monday, 8/31: “Healthy Habits for a Healthier You”, Dole Hall 1:30pm
For centuries, we’ve known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how to optimize our physical and cognitive health as we age. Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.