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More at Mather’sJULY | AUGUST | SEPTEMBER 2017

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Music & Entertainment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Enjoy live concerts and events, like an energetic performance by the Billy Blues Band.

Lifelong Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Choose from author presentations, travelogues, and more—like a fascinating look at Arlington National Cemetery.

Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Join us for a trip to a Chicago glass-fusing studio, and try your hand at making glass artwork!

Culinary Delights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Enjoy meal specials and food programs, like an ice cream social!

Health & Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Do something good for your health, like learning to truly relax in a meditation workshop.

Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Drop into a class like Jazzercise or Ageless Grace, our brain fitness class.

Tech-Knowledge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Learn handy technology skills, like how to make the mostof your Android smartphone!

Free Resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Take advantage of free resources and free programs—suchas advice on making your money work for you in retirement.

Art & Creativity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Get artsy in a hands-on class, like our wool felting workshop.

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MATHER’S—MORE THAN A CAFÉ HOURSMonday–Friday: 7:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m. (menu available until 7:45 p.m.)

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MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT

Did you know we offer regular Dinner Theater events?These late-afternoon-into-evening events offer live entertainment along with a delicious dinner prepared by our Culinary Delighters. Each one is BYOB, and a great way to kick off your weekend!

Thursday, July 203:30–6:00 p.m. Spinning Discs with “Jivan” IvanDJ Ivan Rivera will play your favorite songs. All requests welcome. FREE

Wednesday, August 21:00 p.m. Big Band BingoLoree Kilian, Trumpet & Sami Scot, PianoEnjoy a different kind of bingo—with live music! Here’s how it works: Our bingo cards have song titles rather thannumbers. For each classic song played by Loree and Sami,look for the title on your card. Suggested Donation $5

Friday, August 114:30 p.m. Dinner Theater: Norridge Those Were the DaysRadio PlayersThis talented group will transport us back in time to enjoylive performances of vintage radio shows, complete withmusic and sound effects. They’ll bring to life actual skitsfrom Jack Benny, Stan Freberg, and Marty Allen. Rediscoverthe comedy gems of yesteryear!Dinner 4:30 p.m. Show 5:30 p.m.; Meal Cost $10Entertainment Suggested Donation $8

Thursday, August 173:30–6:00 p.m. Spinning Discs with “Jivan” IvanDJ Ivan Rivera will play your favorite songs. All requests welcome. FREE

Friday, August 18 4:30 p.m. Dinner Theater: Billy Blues BandCome hear our own Bill McCrory with his legendary band in a special performance. They’ll play all the great hits from their best-selling CD. Dinner 4:30 p.m. Show 5:30 p.m.; Meal Cost $10Entertainment Suggested Donation $8

Thursday, September 213:30–6:00 p.m. Spinning Discs with “Jivan” IvanDJ Ivan Rivera will play your favorite songs. All requests welcome. FREE

Friday, September 224:30 p.m. Dinner Theater: Songs for SeptemberGina Nunez, VocalistEnjoy the song stylings of a fabulous vocalist new toMather’s. Gina has been delighting audiences in Chicago for many years. Her repertoire includes great standards from the 1950s and 1960s. Dinner 4:30 p.m. Show 5:30 p.m.; Meal Cost $10Entertainment Suggested Donation $8

Norridge Those Were the Days Radio Players Billy Blues Band

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LIFELONG LEARNING

Saturday, July 111:30 a.m. The GreatCourses: Trails of Evidence:How Forensic Science WorksThis series of DVD lecturesdebunks Hollywood hype by illustrating how forensicscience is really used in thedetection and resolution of criminal activity. Today’slectures are Using Science—Crime Scene to Courtroomand Crime Scenes andForensic Evidence. Suggested Donation $1

Thursday, July 61:00 p.m. Remnants of theIllinois WildernessJim Rowan, Naturalist &PhotographerBy visiting our state parks,forest preserves, and naturereserves, we can get a glimpseof what Illinois was like 300years ago. In this program,we’ll visit some of the remain-ing natural areas in Illinoisand meet many of the animalsand plants found there. Suggested Donation $8

Saturday, July 811:30 a.m. The GreatCourses: Trails of Evidence:How Forensic Science WorksToday’s DVD lectures in-clude Fingerprint Science—Hands-Down ID and TelltaleMarks—Tools, Guns, andAmmunition. Suggested Donation $1

Monday, July 101:30 p.m. Teddy Roosevelt & the Wild WestBill Hazelgrove, Author, Forging a President: How theWild West Created TeddyRoosevelt

AUTH OR PRESENTATION

Teddy Roosevelt was one ofthe most colorful charactersever to assume the presi-dency. Born a city boy, hischaracter was forged in the“grim fairyland” of the Bad-lands, where he worked as arancher and deputy sheriff.Hear the story of the forma-tive influence of Teddy’s experiences in the wildDakota Territory. SuggestedDonation $3

Friday, July 144:00 p.m. Bastille Day: Meet Marie Antoinette!Martina Mathisen, Professional Historical Re-EnactorDramatist MartinaMathisen brings to lifeMarie Antoinette, revealingthe truth behind this verymisunderstood queen. Mariewent from being a teenbride enveloped in pure opulence to the most hatedwoman in France. What really happened? Shall shelive or shall she die? Thistime, you decide her fate.Suggested Donation $8

Saturday, July 1511:30 a.m. The GreatCourses: Trails of Evidence:How Forensic Science WorksToday’s DVD lectures in-clude Good Impressions—Shoes, Tires, and Skin andForensics of Fibers, Paint,and Glass. Suggested Donation $1

Wednesday, July 191:00–4:00 p.m. Critic’sChoice: The Little Prince byAntoine de Saint-Exupéry Share your thoughts afterwe watch the film version of a book we’ve read duringthe month. See Café managerfor details.

Bastille Day: Meet Marie Antoinette

Remnants of the Illinois Wilderness

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Friday, July 211:00 p.m. Silent Goddesses John Nygro, PresenterSilent film actresses GretaGarbo, Mary Pickford, andGloria Swanson cultivatedtheir natural beauty andpersonality to create uniquecharacters for the cinema.Watch clips of their per-formances and learn moreabout the goddesses of thesilver screen. Suggested Donation $5

Saturday, July 2211:30 a.m. The GreatCourses: Trails of Evidence:How Forensic Science WorksToday’s DVD lectures areTraces of Hair and Fur andSoil, Protist, Plant, and AnimalTraces. Suggested Donation $1

Monday, July 241:30 p.m. The Eleanor ClubsJeanne Lawrence, CaliforniaState University, Chico

Jeanne joins us bySkype to tell the story of aunique organization thatcontributed greatly to theadvancement of professionalwomen in Chicago. TheEleanor Clubs providedpleasant, safe, and affordableroom and board for singleprofessional women. Findout how the Eleanor Clubsplayed a key part in servingAmerican women as theirrole in society began tochange. FREE

Saturday, July 2911:30 a.m. The GreatCourses: Trails of Evidence:How Forensic Science WorksToday’s DVD lectures areSerology—Blood and Other

Body Fluids and The ForensicAnalysis of DNA. SuggestedDonation $1

Monday, July 311:30 p.m. A Musical Geography of MexicoJuan Dies, Cofounder, Sones de MexicoEnjoy a fascinating musicaljourney through the diverseregional styles of Mexicanmusic. Juan plays clips ofsome of the beautiful musicthat has become part of therepertoire of his Grammy-nominated band Sones deMexico. FREE

Saturday, August 511:30 a.m. The GreatCourses: Trails of Evidence:How Forensic Science WorksToday’s DVD lectures areForensic Toxicology of Drugsand Poisons and The Foren-sics of Substance Abuse.Suggested Donation $1

Monday, August 71:30 p.m. Hong Kong: East Meets WestHelene Turner, AuthorIn this slide presentation,

we’ll visit Hong Kong’s Buddhist centers, its little-known bays, and other often-unseen areas. Helene willcover some of Hong Kong’sinteresting twentieth-centuryhistory and the city’s colonialand modern architecture.Also, enjoy a tasty Hong Kongtreat! Suggested Donation $5

Saturday, August 1211:30 a.m. The GreatCourses: Trails of Evidence:How Forensic Science WorksToday’s DVD lectures areHandwriting and ForgeryAnalysis and ComputerForensics and Digital Evidence. Suggested Donation $1

Wednesday, August 161:00 p.m. Critic’s Choice:Kiss of the Spider Womanby Manuel Puig Share your thoughts afterwe watch the film version of a book we’ve read duringthe month. See Café manager for details.

Silent Goddesses

The Eleanor Clubs

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Friday, August 181:00 p.m.America’s Cemetery:Arlington National Paula Fenza, PresenterArlington National Cemeteryis our most beautiful and interesting military cemetery.Paula takes you on a virtualtour of Arlington in a slide-show presentation thatspeaks to the extraordinaryliving history in these hal-lowed grounds. SuggestedDonation $5

Saturday, August 19 11:30 a.m. The GreatCourses: Trails of Evidence:How Forensic Science WorksToday’s DVD lectures areStructure Failure—ForensicEngineering and ForensicAnalysis of Vehicle Accidents.Suggested Donation $1

Monday, August 211:30 p.m. Try SomethingNew!Birds & Birding in ChicagoGeoff Williamson, Professor,Electrical Engineering, IITDid you know that nearly

300 different kinds of birdscan be seen in Chicago eachyear? The city is a greatplace to experience thewonder and beauty of birds.Learn how you can enjoy it.Suggested Donation $5

Wednesday, August 2312:30 p.m. The Journey ofthe MonarchsGrant Gilbert, Senior Director, Development,World Wildlife FundEach year, millions ofmonarch butterflies migratemore than 2,000 miles fromCanada and the United Statesto a single location in Mexico!Find out how and why theextraordinary migrationtakes place, and see imagesand video of this epic journey.Suggested Donation $5

Saturday, August 2611:30 a.m. The GreatCourses: Trails of Evidence:How Forensic Science WorksToday’s DVD lectures are Fire Science and ExplosionForensics and Blood

Evidence—Stains and Spat-ters. Suggested Donation $1

Saturday, September 211:30 a.m. The GreatCourses: Trails of Evidence:How Forensic Science WorksToday’s DVD lectures are TheScience of Death and DeathInvestigation—Algor, Livor,and Rigor. Suggested Donation $1

Saturday, September 911:30 a.m. The GreatCourses: Trails of Evidence:How Forensic Science WorksToday’s DVD lectures are Autopsy—Cause and Mannerof Death and Decomposi-tion—From Bugs to Bones.Suggested Donation $1

Saturday, September 1611:30 a.m. The GreatCourses: Trails of Evidence:How Forensic Science Works Today’s DVD lectures areForensic Anthropology—Skeleton Stories and Foren-sics of Teeth and Bite Marks.Suggested Donation $1

Wednesday, September 201:00 p.m. Critic’s Choice:Taras Bulba by Nikolai GogolShare your thoughts afterwe watch the film version of a book we’ve read duringthe month. See Café manager for details.

Saturday, September 2311:30 a.m. The GreatCourses: Trails of Evidence:How Forensic Science Works Today’s DVD lectures are Police Sketches and FacialReproductions and Interview,Interrogation, Intelligence.Suggested Donation $1

Saturday, September 3011:30 a.m. The GreatCourses: Trails of Evidence:How Forensic Science Works Today’s DVD lectures areForensic Profiling—Who,How, and Why? and HumanMemory and Eyewitness Accounts. Suggested Donation $1

America’s Cemetery: Arlington NationalBirds & Birdingin Chicago

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Ignite Glass StudiosChicago, ILJoin us for an artistic excursion! After a special lunch at theCafé, we’ll travel to Ignite Glass Studios for a glass-fusingclass. You’ll learn different techniques to cut and assembledazzling colored and clear flat glass to create a distinct pieceof original artwork, working in a fun, festive atmosphere atthe “Fusing Bar.” DATE: Monday, July 17, 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.Departure Location: Mather’s – 7134 W. Higgins Avenue Cost: $79Please pay and register by Friday, June 30. Cost includes lunch,transportation, and glass piece. Limit 19.

Milwaukee Art MuseumMilwaukee, WIWith a recent $34 million renovation, the Milwaukee Art Museum’s collection has grown to become more dynamicthan ever. Your docent-guided tour will introduce you to thesplendid architecture of the building as well as the world-classart collections ranging from American modern art to folk artand Haitian art. DATE: Tuesday, August 8, 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.Departure Location: Mather’s – 3235 W. Central AvenueCost $75Please pay and register by Monday, July 17. Cost includestransportation, entrance to the museum, and lunch. Limit 19.

Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati RedsWrigley Field, ChicagoJoin us for a fun outing to watch the World Series ChampionCubbies play a 1:20 p.m. game against the Cincinnati Reds.We’ll stay for the entire game. Seating will be in the TerraceReserved Outfield.DATE: Friday, September 29, 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Departure Location: Mather’s – 3235 N. Central AvenueCost $90 Please pay and register by Friday, September 1. Cost includestransportation and ticket only. Limit 39.

American Classic ToursDoor County in the Fall, October 11–13, 2017 This tour features a two-night stay at the beautiful StoneHarbor Resort in Sturgeon Bay; a guided tour; visits to museums,an orchard, and a winery; a lake cruise; and a fish boil.

Nashville Country Christmas at the Opryland Hotel, November 16–20, 2017 A major highlight of this trip is a three-night stay at theOpryland Hotel, featuring nine acres of indoor gardens lavishly decorated with amazing holiday displays. Get aguided tour of Nashville’s sites, take in plenty of live music,and much more.

For pricing and details, contact American Classic Tours at (800) 666.0358.

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TRIPS

Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds

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Thursdays, July 20–September 71:30–3:30 p.m. A Matter of Balance: An 8-Week Program Andrea Kaplan, RN, CJE SeniorLifeThis program emphasizes practical strategies to help reduce your risk of falls.Learn to set realistic goals to increase activity, reduce risk factors in yourhome, and learn simple exercises toincrease strength and balance. Each week features exerciseand discussion, so pleasewear comfortable clothesand shoes. Suggested Donation $45 for 8 sessions

Tuesdays, July 18 & 258:20 a.m. Try Something New! Meditation & Relaxation: A 2-Week Workshop Joany Binder, Meditation FacilitatorJoin us to learn how to overcome stress, ease your mind ofclutter and anxiety, and change the negatives to positives.Suggested Donation $10 for 2-week workshop

Tuesdays, July 18–August 223:15–5:15 p.m. Total Memory Workout: A 6-Week Workshop Andrea Kaplan, RN, CJE SeniorLifeThis series focuses on brain-healthy lifestyle habits andpractical memory techniques to promote memory fitness.Learn to remember better with innovative tools, techniques,and tips! Suggested Donation $30 for 6-week workshop

Wednesday, July 261:00 p.m. Pain Is Not a Normal Part of Aging Mary Helen Ekstam, & Eileen Considine Boggins, Life Learning Advocate, JourneyCare Join us as we learn what to do with all those aches andpains and get back to living well. FREE

Tuesdays, August 1–22 8:20 a.m. Meditation & Relaxation: A 4-Week Workshop Suggested Donation $20 for 4-week workshop

Tuesdays, September 5–26 8:20 a.m. Meditation & Relaxation: A 4-Week Workshop Suggested Donation $20 for 4-week workshop

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Monday, July 31:30 p.m. The Culinary DelightersPresent: Salsa!Join the Delighters as we discover 20 different salsasfrom around the world. TrySouth African peppadew, El Salvadorian chirmol, and more!We’ll demonstrate four differentnot-too-spicy sauces that you can sample. Cost $9

Friday, July 215:30–7:00 p.m. The Culinary Delighters Present: The Blackhawk Restaurant (Private Dining Room)For over 60 years, Don Roth’s Blackhawk was a fixture onthe Chicago restaurant scene. We will recreate authenticsignature items like carved prime rib, Boston scrod and thelegendary “Spinning Salad.” Bill McCrory will reveal therestaurant’s culinary secrets and strive for authenticity in recreating the dishes. Cost $25

Monday, August 2811:30 a.m. –1:00 p.m. Try Something New! The Culinary Delighters Present: All About EggsJoin us as we prepare a variety of dishes to sample featuring“the incredible, edible egg.” José and Bill will cook a buffetof delicious egg dishes and even teach you how to flip anegg without breaking a yolk (no joke). Cost $10

Wednesday, August 301:00–3:00 p.m. Ice Cream Social Don’t let the summer escape without an extra ice creamtreat. We will feature a sundae bar with all the toppings you can imagine. Cost $3

Monday, September 111:00–3:00 p.m. The Culinary Delighters Present: Southern CuisineJoin our guest mystery chef as he or she creates some favorite dishes from the South, which is known for its richflavors and colorful stories. Our chef will prepare foods to sample, discuss cooking techniques, and share storiesabout food and family. Cost $6

CULINARYDELIGHTS

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Thank you for being a part of Mather’s—More Than a Café

Mather’s—More Than a Café customers tell us they love thesense of community, well-being,and exploration they experienceat our locations. The Cafés are a part of Mather LifeWays—a unique, non-denominationalnot-for-profit organizationfounded more than 75 years ago and dedicated to developingand implementing Ways to Age Well.SM

We are looking to the kindness and caring of people like you to help us continue to provideour quality (and fun!) lessons,lectures, and entertainment.Please join our family of donorswith a gift of $25, $50, $100, orany amount that is right for you.You’ll see your generosity atwork every time you walkthrough our door.

Your tax-deductible gift can be made in person at anyMather’s—More Than a Café, or by mail to:

Mather Possibilities1603 Orrington AvenueSuite 1800Evanston, IL 60201

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MONDAY9:00 a.m. Walking ClubGet out in theneighborhood, feel fantastic in

the fresh air, andget the exerciseyou want whileyou chat withfriends. Weatherpermitting, thisgroup meets year-round. FREE

9:00 a.m. YogaYoga is wonderful for muscle tone,strength, and flexibility. Please wearloose, comfortable clothing, bring atowel or mat, and don’t eat one hourbefore class. Cost $5

10:00 a.m. Try Something New! Ageless GraceTry this brain fitness program that addresses all 21 physical skills neededfor lifelong optimal function. Cost $3

TUESDAY9:30 a.m. Muscle Movers Get moving while increasing flexibility.Warm up and gain strength for higherenergy challenges. Cost $3

10:30 a.m. Prime Time FitnessAchieve balance physically and mentally with aerobic activity aimedat improving your cardiovascularhealth and well-being. Cost $3

WEDNESDAY9:00 a.m. Walking ClubSee Monday.

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. JazzerciseJazzercise borrows moves from dance,hip-hop, yoga, Pilates, and resistancetraining and bundles them into onepowerful hour. Cost $5

THURSDAY9:00 a.m. Latin Rhythm Exercise to exhilarating Latin musicand easy-to-follow dance moves thatfocus on balance, range of motion, and coordination. Cost $3

10:00 a.m. Tai ChiTai chi is non-impact and will moveyou slowly and gently while promotingfull-body strength, stamina, and flexibility. Cost $5

11:00 a.m. Total Body FitGet energized with some vigorous cardio moves (keep that heart healthy!),build muscle strength, and tone up.Cost $3

FRIDAY9:00 a.m. Walking ClubSee Monday.

9:00 a.m. Total Body FitSee Thursday.

SATURDAY10:00 a.m. Total Body FitSee Thursday.

FITNESSALL CLASSES ARE 45 MINUTES LONG UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.

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FREE RESOURCES

Friday, July 72:00–4:00 p.m. Drop & SwapShirley Thomas, FacilitatorOnly new or clean, gently used items,please. Register at the front desk. Noperishable items. You must be able totransport all items on your own.

Wednesday, July 1212:30 p.m. Retirement: Making YourMoney Last Elizabeth Caddy, Financial Advisor, Edward JonesThis presentation provides ideas to help you build a strategy for managingincome and expenses during retirement.

Monday, July 171:00 p.m. The Value of Humor Jeanne Roppolo, Author, Storyteller & Motivational SpeakerHumor has many physical benefits, so do something good for yourselfand join Jeanne for an hour of fun!

Wednesday, August 912:30 p.m. Health Care & Your RetirementElizabeth Caddy, Financial Advisor, Edward JonesLearn the steps you should take toprepare for health care costs to helpensure that your retirement savingsstay healthy.

Monday, August 1411:30 a.m. Staying SafeCook County Sheriff’s Office Get an overview of the upcoming Senior Law Enforcement Academy, a six-week learning opportunity thatwill take place at Mather’s this fall.Learn about the Academy and registerfor it if you’re interested, plus learnimportant crime prevention tips.

Monday, August 281:30 p.m. 8 Common Ways PeopleRun Out of MoneyArt Miller, Capital Preservation StrategiesFind out how to make sure you don’trun out of money! Some of the old financial rules of thumb no longerapply. Learn to avoid common mistakespeople make with their retirementsavings and discover new approachesto keeping your money.

Monday, September 1111:30 a.m. Daily Living Tips for the Visually Challenged Richard Reagan, Low Vision Specialist,LS & SRichard will share useful productsthat help people with low vision,along with low- and no-cost tips onhow to set up your home.

Wednesday, September 131:00 p.m. Tax-Free Investing: It’s NotWhat You Make, It’s What You KeepElizabeth Caddy, Financial Advisor, Edward JonesLearn how certain investments candeliver tax-free income and possiblykeep you in a lower tax bracket.

TECH- KNOWLEDGE

Thursday, July 63:00–4:00 p.m. Online WellnessVivian Chazen, Social Media Guru,Mather LifeWaysLearn how to use the Internet to gethealthy! Get an introduction to thetypes of Web-based resources forhealth information. This program will introduce you to a wide range of possibilities and steer you awayfrom less credible sites. Cost $10

Monday, July 171:00–3:00 p.m. Try Something New!TabletsVivian Chazen, Social Media Guru,Mather LifeWaysLearn how to use your Android tablet and learn more about its special features. Participants musthave an e-mail address with password.Cost $10

Thursday, September 72:00 p.m. Try a Virtual Reality Experience!Vivian Chazen, Social Media Guru,Mather LifeWaysYou may have heard about virtual reality, but now you can try it foryourself! Vivian will show us differentkinds of VR models, from cardboardto the most advanced technology. Try it all! FREE

Thursday, September 282:00 p.m. Android-Powered: SamsungVivian Chazen, Social Media Guru,Mather LifeWaysDiscover all the amazing things youcan do with your Android smartphone!We’ll walk you through the process of setting up your phone just the wayyou want it and need it. E-mail is required. FREE

Mark Your Calendar for Free Flu Shots!

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4Sponsored by

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Get your free flu shot early in the season! If you have a

Medicare Part B card, please bring it with you. Call Mather’s—MoreThan a Café at (888) 600.2560 to schedule your appointment starting Tuesday, September 19.

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ART & CREATIVITY

Wednesday, July 122:00 p.m. Flower Arranging: Summer Arrangement Robert Neri, Robert’s Floral Design StudioCreate beauty while you relieve stressby practicing the fine art of flower arranging. Payment required in advance.All supplies included. Suggested Donation $15

Friday, July 141:30 p.m. Christmas in July: Create a Holiday BraceletAleca Breneman, Designer Aleca’s series of workshops will get youready for the holidays well in advance!We’ll start with a hands-on session oncreating your own Christmas bracelet.Make one for yourself, or make twoand give one as a gift. All supplies provided. Suggested Donation $6 forone bracelet or $10.50 for two

Friday, August 45:00–7:00 p.m. Art Exhibit OpeningReception: Watercolor Class

Wednesday, August 92:00 p.m. Flower Arranging: Blooms of AutumnPayment required in advance. All suppliesincluded. Suggested Donation $15

Monday, August 141:30 p.m. Try Something New!Totally Tassels WorkshopAleca Breneman, DesignerLearn how to make your own inspired,elegant tassel to take home, as Alecareveals the past and present trends ofthe tassel, its many meanings, and itsuse as decoration for the home and injewelry. All supplies provided. SuggestedDonation $7

Wednesday, August 233:00–5:00 p.m. Wool FeltingCaroline Edasis, Art Therapist, Mather LifeWaysJoin Caroline for a workshop introducingthe process of wool felting using wetand needle felting techniques. We willexperiment with our creative instinctswhile engaging with the colors andtextures of wool roving and the stress-relieving process of felting. No prior artor felting experience required! Partici-pants can work abstractly or bring animage of a favorite animal, object,landscape, etc. All supplies included.Suggested Donation $10

Friday, August 252:00 p.m. Christmas in August: Build a Holiday CenterpieceAleca Breneman, DesignerCreate a beautiful centerpiece that will enhance your holiday table. Designyour holiday tree centerpiece using pinecones and candlestick holders along

with a decorative tree skirt. All suppliesprovided. Suggested Donation $5

Friday, September 15:00 p.m. Art Exhibit: Maire Crawford

Thursday, September 141:00 p.m. Christmas in September: Design an OrnamentAleca Breneman, DesignerDesign your own sparkle Christmastear-drop ornament that will addsomething special to your Christmastree. Choose colorful beads to createthis ornament. All supplied provided.Suggested Donation $5

Thursday, September 212:00 p.m. Flower Arranging: Fall Flower ArrangementPayment required in advance. All supplies included. Suggested Donation $15

BYOBBYO

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Wool Felting

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ONGOING EVENTS

MONDAY10:30 a.m. Learn to Play ChessWhether you’re new to thegame or want to brush upon basic moves and strate-gies, this is for you. Takesplace 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. FREE

11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.Chair MassagePamper yourself with arelaxing 20-minute massage.Takes place 1st & 3rd Mondayof each month. Appointmentrequired. Cost $18

3:30–5:00 p.m. Jam SessionBring your guitar, harmonica,or musical instrument of yourchoice. Meet other musiciansand make music together!Takes place 1st Monday ofeach month. FREE

TUESDAY9:00 a.m. Bowling GroupBowl with us at BrunswickZone, 7333 N. MilwaukeeAvenue, Niles. Free shoerental. Cost $6 for threegames, payable at the lanes

9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.Senior Health InsuranceProgram (SHIP)Learn how to completeMedicare forms and settleclaims with your insurancecompany. Takes place 2ndand 4th Tuesday of each month. Call (773) 774.4804 to make an appointment.

1:00–3:00 p.m. Chess Is Fun!Drop-ins at all skill levels are welcome. FREE

1:00–3:00 p.m. Crochet ClassSuggested Donation $2

1:00 p.m. News & ViewsExplore the world throughdiscussion, readings, movies,and podcasts. We’ll introducea new topic each time. Takesplace 4th Tuesday of eachmonth. FREE

WEDNESDAY8:45–10:45 a.m. Art Class:Watercolor PaintingLearn to use color and applycomposition guidelines tocreate original paintings.

Basic supplies needed: watercolor paints, paper,and brushes. Suggested Donation $8.50 per class

1:00–3:00 p.m. Coupon &Rebate Exchange ClubTrade deals, tips, and shop-ping experiences in a funsetting. Bring any circulars,mailers, or Internet deals.Takes place 4th Wednesdayof each month. FREE

THURSDAY10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Computer HelpReceive hands-on assistancewith computer questions.FREE

12:30–3:30 p.m. Social WorkerMake an appointment for individual sessions. FREE

FRIDAY10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Piano LessonsEach lesson is 30 minutes.Appointment required. Payment required in advance.Suggested Donation $90 for six lessons

12:00 p.m. Creative Writers’ GroupHave you been thinking ofwriting a story or startingyour memoirs? Join our Creative Writers’ Group andexpress your inner voice.Takes place 2nd & 4th Fridayof each month. FREE

1:00 p.m. Brainwaves Over CoffeeTry fun brain exercises, stories, and games. Takesplace 1st & 3rd Friday ofeach month. Suggested Donation $2

1:30–3:30 p.m. Blood Pressure ScreeningFREE

SATURDAY11:30 a.m. Ukulele Group LessonsHave fun strumming with your peers! Suggested Donation $15 per hour

12:00–1:30 p.m. RTA Bus PassesThose 65+ can apply for areduced fare card. To qualifyfor Free Ride, you must beregistered for Benefit Access.Takes place 1st Saturday ofeach month. FREE

ALL ONGOING EVENTS ARE 1 HOUR LONG UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.

MAGAZINE RELEASE DAY! FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

Be an early bird and get the inside scoop on all the great programs found at Mather’s—More Than aCafé. We’ll give you the upcoming More at Mather’sprogram schedule in advance so you can be the firstto register! Call (773) 774.4804 for more information.

Ukulele Group Lessons

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Saturday, July 111:30 a.m. The Great Courses: Trails of Evidence: How Forensic Science Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412:00–1:30 p.m. RTA Bus Passes . . . . . . .12

Monday, July 310:30 a.m. Learn to Play Chess . . . . . . . . 1211:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Chair Massage . . 121:30 p.m. The Culinary Delighters Present: Salsa! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83:30–5:00 p.m. Jam Session . . . . . . . . . . .12

Tuesday, July 4CAFÉ CLOSED – Happy Independence Day!

Thursday, July 61:00 p.m. Remnants of the Illinois Wilderness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43:00–4:00 p.m. Online Wellness . . . . . . .10

Friday, July 71:00 p.m. Brainwaves Over Coffee . . . . . 122:00–4:00 p.m. Drop & Swap . . . . . . . . . .10

Saturday, July 811:30 a.m. The Great Courses: Trails of Evidence: How Forensic Science Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Monday, July 101:30 p.m. Teddy Roosevelt & the Wild West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Tuesday, July 119:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Wednesday, July 1212:30 p.m. Retirement: Making YourMoney Last . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102:00 p.m. Flower Arranging: SummerArrangement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Thursday, July 13CAFÉ CLOSED – All-Employee Meeting

Friday, July 1412:00 p.m. Creative Writers’ Group . . . . 121:30 p.m. Christmas in July: Create a Holiday Bracelet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114:00 p.m. Bastille Day: Meet Marie Antoinette! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Saturday, July 1511:30 a.m. The Great Courses: Trails of Evidence: How Forensic Science Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Monday, July 17TRIP: Ignite Glass Studios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 710:30 a.m. Learn to Play Chess . . . . . . . . 1211:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Chair Massage . . .12 1:00 p.m. The Value of Humor . . . . . . . . .101:00–3:00 p.m. Tablets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Tuesday, July 18 8:20 a.m. Meditation & Relaxation: A 2-Week Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83:15–5:15 p.m. Total Memory Workout: A 6-Week Workshop . . . . . . . . . .8

Wednesday, July 191:00–4:00 p.m. Critic’s Choice: The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Thursday, July 201:30–3:30 p.m. A Matter of Balance: An 8-Week Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83:30–6:00 p.m. Spinning Discs with“Jivan” Ivan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Friday, July 211:00 p.m. Brainwaves Over Coffee . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Silent Goddesses . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55:30–7:00 p.m. The Culinary DelightersPresent: The Blackhawk Restaurant (Private Dining Room) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Saturday, July 2211:30 a.m. The Great Courses: Trails of Evidence: How Forensic Science Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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July | August | September At-a-Glance

WEEKLY EVENTSMonday9:00 a.m. Walking Club. . . . . . . . 99:00 a.m. Yoga. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 910:00 a.m. Ageless Grace . . . . . . . 9

Tuesday9:30 a.m. Muscle Movers . . . . . . 99:00 a.m. Bowling Group. . . . . 1210:30 a.m. Prime Time Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91:00 p.m. Crochet Class. . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. Chess Is Fun! . . . . . . . 12

Wednesday8:45 a.m. Art Class: Watercolor Painting . . . . . . . . . . 129:00 a.m. Walking Club. . . . . . . . 911:00 a.m. Jazzercise. . . . . . . . . . . 9

Thursday9:00 a.m. Latin Rhythm . . . . . . . . 910:00 a.m. Computer Help. . . . . 1210:00 a.m. Tai Chi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911:00 a.m. Total Body Fit. . . . . . . . 912:30 p.m. Social Worker. . . . . . 12

Friday9:00 a.m. Walking Club. . . . . . . . 99:00 a.m. Total Body Fit. . . . . . . . 910:30 a.m. Piano Lessons. . . . . 121:30 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Saturday10:00 a.m. Total Body Fit. . . . . . . 911:30 a.m. Ukulele Group Lessons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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Monday, July 241:30 p.m. The Eleanor Clubs . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Tuesday, July 258:20 a.m. Meditation & Relaxation, Week 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. News & Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123:15–5:15 p.m. Total Memory Workout, Week 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Wednesday, July 261:00 p.m. Pain Is Not a Normal Part of Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81:00–3:00 p.m. Coupon & Rebate Exchange Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Thursday, July 271:30–3:30 p.m. A Matter of Balance,Week 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Friday, July 2812:00 p.m. Creative Writers’ Group . . . 12

Saturday, July 2911:30 a.m. The Great Courses: Trails of Evidence: How Forensic Science Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Monday, July 311:30 p.m. A Musical Geography of Mexico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Tuesday, August 1 8:20 a.m. Meditation & Relaxation: A 4-Week Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83:15–5:15 p.m. Total Memory Workout, Week 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Wednesday, August 21:00 p.m. Big Band Bingo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Thursday, August 31:30–3:30 p.m. A Matter of Balance,Week 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Friday, August 41:00 p.m. Brainwaves Over Coffee . . . . . 125:00–7:00 p.m. Art Exhibit Opening Reception: Watercolor Class . . . . . . . . . . .11

Saturday, August 511:30 a.m. The Great Courses: Trails of Evidence: How Forensic Science Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 512:00–1:30 p.m. RTA Bus Passes . . . . . . 12

Monday, August 710:30 a.m. Learn to Play Chess . . . . . . . . 1211:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Chair Massage . . . 121:30 p.m. Hong Kong: East Meets West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53:30–5:00 p.m. Jam Session . . . . . . . . . . .12

Tuesday, August 8TRIP: Milwaukee Art Museum . . . . . . . . . . 78:20 a.m. Meditation & Relaxation, Week 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123:15–5:15 p.m. Total Memory Workout, Week 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Wednesday, August 912:30 p.m. Health Care & Your Retirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102:00 p.m. Flower Arranging: Blooms of Autumn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Thursday, August 101:30–3:30 p.m. A Matter of Balance,Week 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Friday, August 1112:00 p.m. Creative Writers’ Group . . . 124:30 p.m. Dinner Theater: Norridge Those Were the Days Radio Players . . . . . 3

Saturday, August 1211:30 a.m. The Great Courses: Trails of Evidence: How Forensic Science Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Monday, August 1411:30 a.m. Staying Safe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101:30 p.m. Totally Tassels Workshop . . . . 11

Tuesday, August 158:20 a.m. Meditation & Relaxation, Week 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83:15–5:15 p.m. Total Memory Workout, Week 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Wednesday, August 161:00 p.m. Critic’s Choice: Kiss of the Spider Woman by Manuel Puig . . . . . . . . . 5

Thursday, August 171:30–3:30 p.m. Matter of Balance, Week 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83:30–6:00 p.m. Spinning Discs with“Jivan” Ivan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Friday, August 181:00 p.m. Brainwaves Over Coffee . . . . . 12

1:00 p.m. America’s Cemetery: Arlington National . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64:30 p.m. Dinner Theater: Billy Blues Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Saturday, August 19 11:30 a.m. The Great Courses: Trails of Evidence: How Forensic Science Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Monday, August 2110:30 a.m. Learn to Play Chess . . . . . . . . 1211:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Chair Massage . . . 121:30 p.m. Birds & Birding in Chicago . . . . 6

Tuesday, August 228:20 a.m. Meditation & Relaxation, Week 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. News & Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123:15–5:15 p.m. Total Memory Workout, Week 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Wednesday, August 2312:30 p.m. The Journey of the Monarchs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61:00–3:00 p.m. Coupon & Rebate Exchange Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123:00–5:00 p.m. Wool Felting . . . . . . . . . . 11

Thursday, August 241:30–3:30 p.m. A Matter of Balance,Week 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Friday, August 2512:00 p.m. Creative Writers’ Group . . . 122:00 p.m. Christmas in August: Build a Holiday Centerpiece . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Saturday, August 2611:30 a.m. The Great Courses: Trails of Evidence: How Forensic Science Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Monday, August 2811:30 a.m. –1:00 p.m. The Culinary Delighters Present: All About Eggs . . . . . .81:30 p.m. 8 Common Ways People Run Out of Money . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Wednesday, August 301:00–3:00 p.m. Ice Cream Social . . . . . . . 8

Thursday, August 311:30–3:30 p.m. A Matter of Balance,Week 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

AUGUST

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Friday, September 11:00 p.m. Brainwaves Over Coffee . . . . . 12 5:00 p.m. Art Exhibit: Maire Crawford . . 11

Saturday, September 211:30 a.m. The Great Courses: Trails of Evidence: How Forensic Science Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 612:00–1:30 p.m. RTA Bus Passes . . . . . . 12

Monday, September 4CAFÉ CLOSED – Happy Labor Day!

Tuesday, September 5 8:20 a.m. Meditation & Relaxation: A 4-Week Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Thursday, September 71:30–3:30 p.m. A Matter of Balance,Week 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82:00 p.m. Try a Virtual Reality Experience! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Friday, September 8Magazine Release Day12:00 p.m. Creative Writers’ Group . . . 12

Saturday, September 911:30 a.m. The Great Courses: Trails of Evidence: How Forensic Science Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Monday, September 1111:30 a.m. Daily Living Tips for the Visually Challenged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101:00–3:00 p.m. The Culinary DelightersPresent: Southern Cuisine . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Tuesday, September 128:20 a.m. Meditation and Relaxation,Week 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Wednesday, September 131:00 p.m. Tax-Free Investing: It’s NotWhat You Make, It’s What You Keep . . . 10

Thursday, September 141:00 p.m. Christmas in September: Design an Ornament . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Friday, September 151:00 p.m. Brainwaves Over Coffee . . . . . 12

Saturday, September 1611:30 a.m. The Great Courses: Trails of Evidence: How Forensic Science Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Monday, September 1810:30 a.m. Learn to Play Chess . . . . . . . . 1211:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Chair Massage . . . 12

Tuesday, September 198:20 a.m. Meditation & Relaxation, Week 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Wednesday, September 201:00 p.m. Critic’s Choice: Taras Bulbaby Nikolai Gogol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Thursday, September 212:00 p.m. Flower Arranging: Fall Flower Arrangement . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113:30–6:00 p.m. Spinning Discs with“Jivan” Ivan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Friday, September 2212:00 p.m. Creative Writers’ Group . . . . 12 4:30 p.m. Dinner Theater: Songs for September . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Saturday, September 2311:30 a.m. The Great Courses: Trails of Evidence: How Forensic Science Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Tuesday, September 268:20 a.m. Meditation & Relaxation, Week 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121:00 p.m. News & Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Wednesday, September 271:00–3:00 p.m. Coupon & Rebate Exchange Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Thursday, September 282:00 p.m. Android-Powered: Samsung . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Friday, September 29TRIP: Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds . . .7

Saturday, September 3011:30 a.m. The Great Courses: Trails of Evidence: How Forensic Science Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

SEPTEMBERMather’s Chicagoland Locations7134 W. Higgins Avenue, Chicago, IL3235 N. Central Avenue, Chicago, IL33 E. 83rd Street, Chicago, ILFor information, please call (888) 600.2560.

Mather LifeWays opened Mather’s—More Than a Café in2000. Mather LifeWays enhances the lives of older adults by creating Ways to Age Well.SM

Important Information

TRIPS: Full payment is due at time of registration. After thetrip deadline has passed, no refunds will be issued unlessyour reservation can be filled.

WAIVERS: Participants registering for any programs involving physical activity and trips/tours must sign the Waiver of Liability available at the Café prior to participation.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION: When registering for anevent, please notify the Café of any special accommoda-tions needed.

DisclaimersGENERAL DISCLAIMER: The opinions expressed by presenters are their own and do not reflect the views ofMather LifeWays or any of the sponsoring organizations.

PHOTOGRAPHY DISCLAIMER: Mather’s uses pictures ofevents and participants to inform others about these opportunities. Some pictures may be used on our Facebookpage. If you do not want your picture taken, please tellour photographer.

HEALTHY LIVING DISCLAIMERMather’s—More Than a Café implemented a members-only process for all its fitness programs in order to complywith City of Chicago licensing rules. Mather’s fitness pro-grams will be available only to Mather’s members. Thereis no charge for this membership, no paperwork for youto complete, and no ID card or badge. The next time youcheck in with the Café receptionist, simply confirm yourfitness membership. If you are a new visitor, please signup for this free membership at the front desk. At any timeif you do not wish to be enrolled, please contact the CaféManager or receptionist.

LESSONS & LECTURES DISCLAIMERIn order to comply with City of Chicago licensing rules,lessons and lectures other than computer classes and fitness programs will have a suggested donation. We hopeyou will make the suggested voluntary donations so wemay continue to bring high-quality programs to Mather’s.Any donations are purely voluntary and can even be deducted from your income taxes!

ENTERTAINMENT DISCLAIMEREntertainment is available to all customers regardless of meal purchase. We hope you will make the suggesteddonation so we may continue to bring high-quality programs to Mather’s. Any donations are purely voluntaryand can even be deducted from your income taxes!Mather’s—More Than a Café does reserve the right to reserve seating for those customers purchasing the Dinner Theater Menu and/or meals.

Mather LifeWays is committed to helping Earth Age Well. Please recycle.

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Good

Mather’s is now open

until 8:00 p.m. Monday

through Friday.

Here are 5 REASONS TO JOIN USlater than you’re used to:

∂ Fabulous DINNER MENUS!We are offering a full menu of Café favorites, plus a rotating menu of delicious dinner entrées—all availableafter 3:00 p.m. Our staff will provide full table service,with no tips accepted.

∑ Fresh PROGRAMS!Paint and Sip classes. . . hands-on technology courses. . .lectures by some of Mather’s most popular presenters . . .we’ve expanded your favorite programs later in the day.Pair one with dinner, or BYOB!

∏ Faster FITNESS CLASSES!We’re taking things up a notch in our evening fitnessclasses! Try yoga on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., or get moving with Zumba Gold onWednesdays from 6:00 to 6:45 p.m.

π ACOUSTIC EVENINGS!Join us for a showcase of local talent, unplugged. Weekly concerts feature a variety of mellow music. Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.

∫ And of course our DINNER THEATERS!We’re continuing Friday evening entertainment plusmeals. Check this magazine for the current schedule.

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Pick up a monthly schedule of evening events at the front desk today!