Five Events This Week Around Wilmette, Kenilworth

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

Posted Fri, Jun 1, 2012 at 6:48 pm CT

When: Monday, June 4, 2012, 10:00 am
Where: , 1242 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette
Why Go?: Current Events Roundtable is the place to enjoy your second
cup of coffee along with a roundup on the leading national, international and local news of the day. The group, moderated by Deerfield resident Don Levinthal, covers all points on the political spectrum. Newcomers are always welcome.
Pricing: Free

When: Monday, June 4, 2012, 6:00 pm
Where: 4999 Old Orchard Ctr, Skokie
Why Go?: ake a trip to the past and check out a selection of classic cars parked on display in the West parking lot of Westfield Old Orchard shopping center. Every Monday night from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., as many as 200 cars will be on display including Classic cars, Muscle Cars, Hot Rods, Motorcycles and vintage Military vehicles. This is an event for car enthusiasts and novices alike!
Pricing: Free

When: Wednesday, June 6, 2012, 10:00 am
Where: , 1242 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette
Why Go?: Two veterans' groups - one from World War II and the other from the Korean War and the war in Vietnam - hold regular meetings from 10-11:30 at the Library. Conversations are lively, the coffee plentiful and participants rarely miss a meeting. Newcomers are welcome.
Pricing: Free

When: Wednesday, June 6, 2012, 2:00 pm
Where: , 1122 Central Ave, Wilmette
Why Go?: Those Were the Days host/producer Steve Darnall talks about how radio helped to create the “Great American Songbook” by offering songs and singers an unprecedented opportunity to present their songs to a national audience. You’ll hear from some of the 20th century’s leading songwriters as they were heard on radio…including words and music from Johnny Mercer, Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, and a rare 1934 performance from George Gershwin. Tickets for all events available online at www.wilmettetheatre.com or call Box Office at 847-251-7424
Pricing: $10 - $12

When: Wednesday, June 6, 2012, 2:30 pm
Where: , 1242 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette
Why Go?: ind out what to look for when evaluating your old treasures. The first 35 to sign up may bring a hand held item or photo for evaluation by Mr. Dose, who has been evaluating antiques since 1982. For artwork, provide artists name prior to the program. Sign up online via the Library events calendar or call 847 256-6930.
Pricing: Free

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