PROGRAMS FOR 2011-2012

12:30 P.M., 10-4-11: TEA at Highland Park COMMUNITY HOUSE

HALLOWEEN PARTY-hosted by the board. Kristine Wildflower is Witch Hazel, a

storyteller and sage. Learn about potions, lotions and herbs used medicinally throughout

history. Costumes, games, door prizes, fun food, a wicked good time!

11:30 A.M., 10-18-11 LUNCHEON at BERTUCCI’S

Elizabeth Mueller, M.D. and Kimberly Kenton, M.D. professors of Surgery at Loyola

University will discuss “DaVinci Robotic Surgery and Women’s Health, What you should

know”. Both physicians were featured on Dr. Oz in January of this year speaking on this

topic.

1:00 P.M., 11-1-11: TEA at Highland Park COMMUNITY HOUSE

We welcome back Joel Schorn, Camille Tadin’s son, who will delight us with his

presentation: “A Visit to the World’s Columbian Exposition, Chicago, 1893”

11:30 A.M., 11-15-11 LUNCHEON at BERTUCCI’S

Patrick Gonder, PhD, an instructor of English and Humanities at the College of Lake

County in Grayslake, Illinois will present: “Fairy Tales and Myths-how they have been

censored and edited throughout history”

1:00 P.M., 12-6-11: TEA at Highland Park COMMUNITY HOUSE

Steve Belliveau - Sleight of Hand Artist & Magician whose witty humor and amazing

unique presentations are miracles that you would not believe, happen before your eyes!

Steve has performed before hundreds of Club Meetings, Corporate Events and Fairs in the

Chicagoland area.

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11:30 A.M., 12-20-11 LUNCHEON at BERTUCCI’S

Our holiday party will feature Music by Peter Oprisko. Peter is one of the most premiere

interpreters of American popular song and will charm us with his seductive vocals,

engaging charisma and amazing musical knowledge.

1:00 P.M., 1-3-12: TEA at Highland Park COMMUNITY HOUSE

BLAH’s PARTY

11:30 A.M., 1-17-12 LUNCHEON at BERTUCCI’S

As a teacher and performing artist, Highland Park’s own Janet Reed has been active in

the Chicago area music scene for many years. She knows the more people are interested

and involved in what they hear, the more the music comes to life. Janet’s program, “High

Hopes” is a timely musical tribute to hope and optimism

1:00 P.M., 2-7-12: TEA at Highland Park COMMUNITY HOUSE

Women’s fashions are shaped, literally and figuratively, by their underclothes. Historically

with stiff corsets, sturdy hoops and bustles a woman’s frame has not always been entirely

her own. Elizabeth “Elle” Carlson, the Curator of Costumes for the Winnetka Historical

Society will present a novel presentation which unveils some myths about women’s

unmentionables.

11:30 A.M., 2-21-12 LUNCHEON at BERTUCCI’S

We welcome back Letitia Suk and Pat Dinges as they present Living a Life of Legacy.

The money will be spent in no time; the heirlooms will end up on a shelf somewhere but

what will you leave that will last forever? Come and listen as you are challenged to leave an

intentional legacy with the story of your life.

1:00 P.M., 3-6-12 TEA at Highland Park COMMUNITY HOUSE

Highland Parks’ own Bob Levi will present Opera in a Pop Culture or Where Have I Heard

That Tune? An opera enthusiast, Bob knows that most people are not aware that they have

been exposed to opera through movie soundtracks, recordings, radio, television, cartoons

and commercials. Come and enjoy as Bob demonstrates numerous examples of opera

melodies incorporated into popular culture.

11:30 A.M., 3-20-12 LUNCHEON at BERTUCCI’S

Our favorite Judy Broderick will return for her “Spring Book Review and Discussion”

(Book to be announced)

1:00 P.M., 4-3-12 TEA at Highland Park COMMUNITY HOUSE

Annual meeting with installation of new officers. Jeorge Holmes whose vocal diversity is

both enjoyable and inspiring. From big-band traditionals to rock-n-roll and famous tenor

arias of opera he will be music to our ears!

TBA., 4/12 FUNDRAISER