North Shore Senior Center

When foreign actors threaten U.S. interests or values, our leaders are pressured to do something. That “something” is often the application of economic sanctions on offending persons, organizations, and countries. Dozens of individuals and entities are now under U.S. sanctions, complicating commerce for companies operating internationally, but with dubious effect in achieving political objectives. Joseph Harrington describes the origin and evolution of economic sanctions and suggests proposals for alternative approaches.NSSC Members $15\ Non-Members $20

Local Event: Economic Sanctions: America's Tactic of First Resort (Hybrid)

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Economic Sanctions: America's Tactic of First...

When foreign actors threaten U.S. interests or values, our leaders are pressured to do something. That “something” is often the...

Economic Sanctions: America's Tactic of First Resort (Hybrid)

Dr. Jack Cohen speaks about the anatomy of the retina and macular function, as well as symptoms, signs, testing, treatments, and outcomes for both dry and wet macular degeneration.&nbsp;

Local Event: Eyecare for the Elderly: An NSSC Tuesday Club Presentation (Hybrid)

Eyecare for the Elderly: An NSSC Tuesday Club...

Dr. Jack Cohen speaks about the anatomy of the retina and macular function, as well as symptoms, signs, testing, treatments,...

Eyecare for the Elderly: An NSSC Tuesday Club Presentation (Hybrid)

"Get Your Kicks on Route 66" as Barbara Barrett takes you on a journey, highlighting the attractions and allure of the “Main Street of America” from its controversial birth in 1926 to its centennial in 2026. Beginning in Chicago, the official start of “The Mother Road,” discover why Route 66 was established while exploring the more than 2,400 miles of towns and mom and pop businesses along the way. Some are familiar names, but others are quirky attractions like the Meramec Caverns in Stanton, MO, the Big Blue Whale in Catoosa, OK, the Cadillac Ranch in Amarillo, TX, the Rattle Snake Trading Post in Bluewater, NM, and many more along the route to Los Angeles.&nbsp;NSSC Members $15\ Non-Members $20

Local Event: Happy 100th Birthday: U.S. Route 66 (Hybrid)

Happy 100th Birthday: U.S. Route 66 (Hybrid)

"Get Your Kicks on Route 66" as Barbara Barrett takes you on a journey, highlighting the attractions and allure of the “Main...

Look beyond the enchanting beauty and seemingly flawless face of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and you will discover a woman who weathered the storms of profound tragedy. Foremost&nbsp;among these trials was the heart-wrenching assassination of her husband, President John F.&nbsp;Kennedy. Michelle Gibbons portrays Jackie as she guides you through the pages of her life, revealing the depth of her love and unwavering devotion to JFK and their cherished children. She shares the ever-evolving world of&nbsp;fashion during her time, among many other facets of her life's journey. Learn of the&nbsp;resilience that defined Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, a woman&nbsp;who stood strong in the face of adversity and left an indelible mark on history.NSSC Members $15\ Non-Members $20

Local Event: Beneath the Elegance: Unmasking the Resilience of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis (Hybrid)

Beneath the Elegance: Unmasking the Resilience...

Look beyond the enchanting beauty and seemingly flawless face of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and you will discover a woman who...

Beneath the Elegance: Unmasking the Resilience of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis (Hybrid)

As we celebrate our nation's birthday, we also celebrate the August birthday of American composer Leonard Bernstein, unquestionably one of the greatest composers America has ever produced. Music historian Jim Kendros discusses Bernstein's genius by exploring some of his most significant works. Program highlights include the Symphony No. 1 Jeremiah,&nbsp;Symphonic Dances from West Side Story, and the Overture to Candide. Leonard&nbsp;Bernstein is an American treasure! &nbsp;ONSITENSSC Members $15\ Non-Members $20

Local Event: Masterpieces of Leonard Bernstein

Masterpieces of Leonard Bernstein

As we celebrate our nation's birthday, we also celebrate the August birthday of American composer Leonard Bernstein,...

America’s founding generation believed that a republic was the best form of government for Americans. But, they warned, republics are more fragile than monarchies. They more easily fall into anarchy or tyranny if certain safeguards are not maintained, and it was up to the citizens to be on guard. What did they think we should guard against? Does their advice hold any wisdom for us today? Consider these questions with historian Joyce Haworth. &nbsp;NSSC Members $15\ Non-Members $20

Local Event: Sustaining the Republic: Advice From the Founders (Hybrid)

Sustaining the Republic: Advice From the...

America’s founding generation believed that a republic was the best form of government for Americans. But, they warned,...

Sustaining the Republic: Advice From the Founders (Hybrid)

Nazi officials and collaborators escaped from Europe to South America after World War II. Illinois Holocaust Museum docent Cecelia Litovsky discusses why many ended up in Argentina.&nbsp;

Local Event: The Rat Line: Nazi Fugitives Post World War Il: An NSSC Tuesday Club Presentation (Hybrid)

The Rat Line: Nazi Fugitives Post World War Il:...

Nazi officials and collaborators escaped from Europe to South America after World War II. Illinois Holocaust Museum docent...

The Rat Line: Nazi Fugitives Post World War Il: An NSSC Tuesday Club Presentation (Hybrid)

Explore the untold story of over 200,000 Jewish refugees and Holocaust survivors who sought temporary asylum in post-World War II Germany. Displaced Persons Camps became a sanctuary for these individuals preparing for new lives in the United States and Israel. Anette Isaacs provides insightful glimpses into the challenges and resilience of Jewish life in immediate post-war Germany, unraveling a lesser-known chapter of history.ONLINENSSC Members $15\ Non-Members $20

Local Event: Against the Odds: Jewish Refuge and Resurgence in Post-War Germany (Online)

Against the Odds: Jewish Refuge and Resurgence...

Explore the untold story of over 200,000 Jewish refugees and Holocaust survivors who sought temporary asylum in post-World War...

Against the Odds: Jewish Refuge and Resurgence in Post-War Germany (Online)

Can Democrats capitalize on growing discontent during Donald Trump’s second term to make major gains in Congress and key states?&nbsp;Jim Kenney&nbsp;looks at the structural advantages Republicans hold in the House and Senate, but also at the shifting demographics in suburban and Sun Belt districts, and turnout patterns in this highly polarized environment. Finally, he&nbsp;examines a range of 2025 special election results and polling,&nbsp;trying to frame some possible outcomes on November 3, 2026.3 X&nbsp; &nbsp;8/6, 8/13, 8/20NSSC Members $43 \ Non-Members $52ONLINE

Local Event: The 2026 Midterms: Blue Wave or Purple Haze? (Online)

The 2026 Midterms: Blue Wave or Purple Haze?...

Can Democrats capitalize on growing discontent during Donald Trump’s second term to make major gains in Congress and key...

The 2026 Midterms: Blue Wave or Purple Haze? (Online)

Explore the explosive early days of rock and roll in this high-energy presentation celebrating Buddy Holly’s legacy alongside contemporaries like Chuck Berry and Jerry Lee Lewis. Through rare footage, iconic performances, and expert commentary, you will experience how these groundbreaking artists changed the sound of popular music forever. From Holly’s innovative songwriting to Chuck Berry’s electrifying guitar and Lewis’s piano pyrotechnics, this program captures the spirit of a musical revolution. It’s a must-see tribute to the pioneers who laid the foundations of modern rock. &nbsp;NSSC Members $15 \ Non-Members $20ONLINE

Local Event: Buddy Holly and the Birth of Rock and Roll (Online)

Buddy Holly and the Birth of Rock and Roll...

Explore the explosive early days of rock and roll in this high-energy presentation celebrating Buddy Holly’s legacy alongside...

Buddy Holly and the Birth of Rock and Roll (Online)

As people live longer, chronic kidney disease has become increasingly common. Ronald Kallen, MD, retired nephrologist, offers a clear, non-technical overview of kidney structure and function to help demystify this vital organ. The discussion covers common causes of chronic kidney disease, general treatment approaches, dietary considerations, dialysis, and transplantation. This program is intended for educational purposes only and does not replace individualized medical advice from a healthcare provider.NSSC Members $15 \ Non-Members $20ONSITE

Local Event: Understanding Chronic Kidney Disease

Understanding Chronic Kidney Disease

As people live longer, chronic kidney disease has become increasingly common. Ronald Kallen, MD, retired nephrologist, offers a...

Jerome Robbins did more than dance or choreograph: he created concepts for some of our most successful American musicals. How did he come up with the idea for West Side Story? What led to his staging of Fiddler on the Roof? Susan Benjamin answers these and many other questions, featuring examples of some of his best-loved musical theater work along with&nbsp;stories of his personal life.NSSC Members $15 \ Non-Members $20

Local Event: Jerome Robbins: Master of Movement (Hybrid)

Jerome Robbins: Master of Movement (Hybrid)

Jerome Robbins did more than dance or choreograph: he created concepts for some of our most successful American musicals. How...

The First Peoples of North America passed their history, information, and stories to each generation through rock carvings, paintings, weaving and the oral tradition. Individuals were selected to memorize these stories down to the last intricate detail while&nbsp;others recreated this information in physical form. Specifically, this included clothing, homes, people, horses, and tools. Ann Leslie explains the meaning of rare objects and the story each has to tell.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;NSSC Members $15 \ Non-Members $20

Local Event: Walk in Beauty: The Storytellers (Hybrid)

Walk in Beauty: The Storytellers (Hybrid)

The First Peoples of North America passed their history, information, and stories to each generation through rock carvings,...

From the Borscht Belt to the Oscar stage, Mel Brooks has spent a century making the world laugh. Author Susan GIbberman explores the life and legacy of this Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony-winning powerhouse who conquered Broadway, TV, and film. She dives into his "fearless" brand of satire and looks at how he turned taboos into comedy gold in classics like The Producers and Blazing Saddles.&nbsp;Celebrate a career built on wit, heart, and pure chutzpah. &nbsp;NSSC Members $15 \ Non-Members $20

Local Event: It is Good to Be King: The High-Octane Humor of Mel Brooks (Hybrid)

It is Good to Be King: The High-Octane Humor of...

From the Borscht Belt to the Oscar stage, Mel Brooks has spent a century making the world laugh. Author Susan GIbberman...

It is Good to Be King: The High-Octane Humor of Mel Brooks (Hybrid)

Celebrated actor Joe Mantegna joins on Zoom and is interviewed by his brother Ron. Learn inside stories about Sinatra, Joe Pesci, Steven Spielberg, Peter Falk, and many more!

Local Event: Celebrity Stories with Joe Mantegna: An NSSC Tuesday Club Presentation (Hybrid)

Celebrity Stories with Joe Mantegna: An NSSC...

Celebrated actor Joe Mantegna joins on Zoom and is interviewed by his brother Ron. Learn inside stories about Sinatra, Joe...

Celebrity Stories with Joe Mantegna: An NSSC Tuesday Club Presentation (Hybrid)

In July 2018 on a bleak highway in the mountains of Tajikistan, an area known as "the roof of the world," Lauren Geoghegan and Jay Austin were brutally murdered by five ISIS terrorists. They were both Georgetown University graduates who had quit their well-paying Washington, D.C. jobs looking for a different kind of American Dream. Pieced together from their travel blog, social media posts, interviews, and media coverage of their murder, author William Elliott Hazelgrove creates a complete, narrative retelling of Jay and Lauren's story. Evil on the Roof of the World combines travel adventure with true crime elements, the difficult and meaningful experiences they found on their journey, and what led up to the attack. This is the story of a couple who went off the grid to find their great adventure only to have it end in tragedy.NSSC Members $15 / Non-Members $20

Local Event: Evil on the Roof of the World (Hybrid)

Evil on the Roof of the World (Hybrid)

In July 2018 on a bleak highway in the mountains of Tajikistan, an area known as "the roof of the world," Lauren Geoghegan and...

The Windy City played such a pivotal role in the world of Jazz and Blues music. Tim Wilsey discusses the greats that not only captivated audiences here in Chicago but went on to influence other generations of musicians and bring their respected style to the world. From Gene Krupa, Tommy Dorsey, and Muddy Waters to Buddy Guy, Mel Torme, Kurt Elling, and many more, you will discover many favorites from the past.&nbsp;&nbsp;NSSC Members $15 / Non-Members $20

Local Event: Chicago Jazz and Blues Legends (Hybrid)

Chicago Jazz and Blues Legends (Hybrid)

The Windy City played such a pivotal role in the world of Jazz and Blues music. Tim Wilsey discusses the greats that not only...

Libraries in America truly have been cradles of culture. Since colonial times, they have been preferred gathering places for American communities, protecting, preserving, and passing along useful information. First through books and other printed documents, and more recently through electronic means, they have educated and entertained generations of Americans. Libraries have been showcases of architectural style. With the Dewey Decimal System technology, the rise of library science, and dedicated staff, they have succeeded as intellectual refuges. Typically open to all and free of charge, libraries are the linchpin of a healthy democracy, providing comfortable places to relax and renew the spirit.&nbsp;NSSC Members $15 / Non-Members $20

Local Event: Cradles of Culture: The American Libraries Story (Hybrid)

Cradles of Culture: The American Libraries...

Libraries in America truly have been cradles of culture. Since colonial times, they have been preferred gathering places for...

Cradles of Culture: The American Libraries Story (Hybrid)

For the last 100 years Hollywood has had a long and sometimes unusual relationship with the war that defined our country. Hundreds of movies have been produced about the American Civil War, featuring most of the great Hollywood acting stars. Some of these movies are great, like Gone with the Wind, some not so great, and some just plain awful. Professor Bruce Allardice explores Hollywood's take on the war, reviewing six different movies in detail to examine their ever-changing treatment of the war's major themes. &nbsp; &nbsp;NSSC Members $15 / Non-Members $20

Local Event: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: The Civil War in the Movies (Hybrid)

The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: The Civil War...

For the last 100 years Hollywood has had a long and sometimes unusual relationship with the war that defined our country....

The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: The Civil War in the Movies (Hybrid)

From the center of the universe to the center of the action, Chicago has indeed been "ground zero" for countless revolutions, innovations, beginnings, and endings. Clarence Goodman explains how from science to politics, from the arts to technology, and from everyday life to the entire globe, Chicago has had its place in it all.NSSC Members $15 / Non-Members $20

Local Event: BOOM! The Bomb, the Pill, and Beyond (Hybrid)

BOOM! The Bomb, the Pill, and Beyond (Hybrid)

From the center of the universe to the center of the action, Chicago has indeed been "ground zero" for countless revolutions,...

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Deerfield

Glenview

Rachel Barnes

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Highland Park

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Niles-Morton Grove

Buffalo Grove

Des Plaines

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Saints Peter & Paul Greek Orthodox Church

Join us for two days of authentic Greek food, live music, traditional dancing, kid activities and warm community spirit. Whether you're a longtime parishioner or discovering Greek culture for the first time - everyone is welcome. Free admission.

Local Event: Glenview Greek Fest

Glenview Greek Fest

Join us for two days of authentic Greek food, live music, traditional dancing, kid activities and warm community spirit....

Sabor A Café Niles - Steakhouse & Live Music Venue

Klezmer, the traditional music of the Jews of the Shtetls of Eastern Europe, was brought to America by Jewish immigrants, where it merged with jazz in the early 1900s. From Yiddish folk and theater songs to rollicking dance music, Maxwell Street Klezmer Band has been reinventing the tradition since 1983 with warmth and humor.
Monthly Klezmer Night with Maxwell Street Klezmer Band!
Wednesday, July 29th, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sabor a Café, 6873 N. Milwaukee in Niles
Discover a warm and inviting contemporary setting--perfect for date night or a night out with friends and family. Enjoy your dinner before the show or during the performance. You can come for a sumptuous meal or just for drinks.
Each show is one-of-a-kind with fresh repertoire and guest musicians.
<a href="https://www.klezmerband.com/klezmer-night-at-sabor-a-cafe" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Learn more about Klezmer Night here.</a>
About Maxwell Street Klezmer Band:&nbsp;
Founded in 1983 by Lori Lippitz, Maxwell Street Klezmer Band has played at Carnegie Hall, toured Europe, and provided the soundtrack for Chicagoland’s Jewish celebrations for over 4 decades. The band marked its 40th “Bandiversary” at The Old Town School of Folk Music in 2023. The group is releasing a new live album as well as an educational band book series in 2026.&nbsp; 
Reservations recommended: Go to&nbsp;<a href="https://saboracafeniles.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">saboracafeniles.com</a>&nbsp;to make reservations online.

Local Event: "Klezmer Night" with Maxwell Street Klezmer Band

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"Klezmer Night" with Maxwell Street Klezmer Band

Klezmer, the traditional music of the Jews of the Shtetls of Eastern Europe, was brought to America by Jewish immigrants, where...

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Walk in Beauty: The Storytellers (Hybrid)

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