Five Events This Week Around Wilmette, Kenilworth

Every Monday, Wilmette-Kenilworth Patch will provide a preview of top events and meetings taking place in the community.

Posted Fri, May 4, 2012 at 9:08 pm CT

When: Monday, May 7, 2012, 1:30 pm
Where: 1041 Ridge Rd, Wilmette
Why Go?: Services for Adults Staying in Their Homes (SASI) hosts a “Concert and Conversation” with flutist Ada P. Kahn and chamber musicians at Mallinckrodt Community Center. Ms. Kahn, author of Keeping the Beat, will also lead a dialogue on the positive aspects of music on older adults.
Pricing: Free

When: Tuesday, May 8, 2012, 7:00 pm
Where: , 1242 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette
Why Go?: Cynthia Flores is a full time police officer and a Personal Safety Consultant at StreetSafe. She is a graduate of the University of Illinois-Chicago with Masters and Bachelor degrees in Psychology and Criminal Justice. Currently, Cynthia is working with a police force initiative designed to help citizens be proactive in their personal safety.
Pricing: Free

When: Wednesday, May 9, 2012, 1:30 pm
Where: , 1122 Central Ave, Wilmette
Why Go?: Please join noted silent film accompanist David Drazin for his discussion of the birth of film in the silent era, highlighting the invention of photography, early masters, and film firsts. Also included are screenings of silent shorts, featuring Drazin’s live piano accompaniment. A must-see for early film buffs!Tickets: $10 advance; $12 at door.
Pricing: $10

When: Thursday, May 10, 2012, 7:00 pm
Where: , 569 Hunter Rd, Wilmette
Why Go?: Dean Karnazes will come to Chicago to deliver a special presentation entitled” Life in Motion”. The family-friendly live presentation invites adventure fans and athletes to share in Dean’s incredible tales of endurance and his commitment to the fitness of America’s youth.
Dean Karnazes will share his incredible story of ultramarathoning throughout the world with Chicago families onMay 10, 2012. Life in Motion, presented by The Runner’s Edge, Lad & Lassie, and The North Face, Karnazes will offer an inspirational look into the world of an ultramarathoner and share his amazing journeys.
Pricing: Free

When: Thursday, May 10, 2012, 7:00 pm
Where: , 1242 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette
Why Go?: William A. Muller, D.Min., Psy.D., and Liz Morris, LCSW, talk about the obstacles to our happiness-emotions such as anger, fear, anxiety and despair. Dr. Muller is associate pastor of Winnetka Congregational Church; Liz Morris is on the staff of the Samaritan Counseling Center.
Pricing: Free

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