Archive for the ‘Education’ Category

Everything you Ever Wanted to Know About Tofu But Were Too Full to Ask

Monday, May 10th, 2010

Tofu is the chamelon of proteins – it blends in with everything.  It takes on new forms.  It can be robust or bland.  Learn the tricks of the tofu trade at this cooking class with Master Chef Leslie. 

1 Session – $39 – Thursday, May. 13th – 7-9PM, HPHS Room B100 -  Class #PO-333-05, PH: 224-765-1022 to Reserve.

Grandparent to be? Back to school…

Saturday, May 1st, 2010

HP HospitalIf you’re in the market to be a grandparent, HP Hospital is willing to show you the ropes…In addition to the usual stuff – safety, feeding, etc. – you’ll likely learn ways to be the “favorite” – i.e. plying the kids with tv, candy and ice-cream. 

Wed. May 5th, 7-9PM. $20/couple – Audio Visual Lecture Hall at HP Hospital.

Register HERE

Can I eat those Shrooms?

Thursday, April 22nd, 2010

botanic gardenLeave it to the Botanic Garden to explain what backyard shroom we can eat.  April 24th (and May 1st), 9am – noon.  $79/head…which strikes us as pretty steep…but it could pay for itself over several years…note: this is not the truffle snout class.

Learn to Cook Hearty Pasta Dishes – For Adults

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

Pavoratti said that pasta was his downfall…Find out why at Pasta Class.  Chef Leslie will teach you how to create new, hearty pasta dishes and better yet, you’ll enjoy the meal.

1 Session – $39 – Thursday, Apr. 22nd – 7-9PM, HPHS Room B100 -  Class #PO-333-03, PH: 224-765-1022 to Reserve.

Teach ‘em When They’re Young – Manners Class for 7-13 Year Olds

Sunday, April 4th, 2010

Turn your messy marvins into refined citizens with this Ms./Mr. Manners class.  Besides the dining tutorial (i.e. which friggin’ glass is mine), the youngin’s will learn all the social skills like thank you notes, introductions, and …basically all the things we never learned…Proper dress required: Young Ladies – dress or skirt. Gentlemen – coat and tie.

Saturday, April 10, 10am – 2:30pm.

$75/child – lunch is included.  Sign up at the link provided HERE

Location: Gorton Community Center - 400 East Illinois Road Lake Forest

Elegant French Restaurant Hosts Unsung Movie Night

Saturday, April 3rd, 2010

carlosCarlos’ Movie Night – on Friday, April 9th  will host an “unsung classic” movie in combination with their outrageous food.  By unsung classic, they’re likely not referring to either Titanic or Star Wars – because those movies, are pretty much sung.

The evening spans from 6:30ish to 10:30ish and includes a 3-course French meal, movie and discussion. $60/person for 3-course meal, excluding tax, tap, and drinks. 

For more info click HERE or make your reservation at:     847-432-0770   .  Carlos’ is at 429 Temple Avenue in HP (near downtown Highwood)

Seating limited to 25 people.  $15/person deposit required, refundable up to 24 hours in advance.

Half Price Books Delivers the Full Fare

Saturday, March 27th, 2010

half priceOf course you can wander around the HP Library if your’re looking for something interesting to read.  But you should also consider spelunking through the aisles of Half Price Books in the Crossroads Shopping Mall.  The Half Price selection is unique.  An eclectic mix of old and new….out of print and new to print.    The store has stuff that quite simply doesn’t exist elsewhere.  And the pricing?  Well…the name says it all – mostly.  You can nearly set up a business selling half price books online – and make a profit.  Look at Ebay or Amazon, and you’ll see that Half Price is the neighborhood bargain it proclaims to be.  Also, check out the box of framed movie stills in the back near the washroom- 20 bucks for classic memories ready to be hung in your home.

Half Price Books – Cross Roads Shopping Mall – HP

Make Your Own Ice-cream – Botanic Garden Kids Series

Wednesday, March 17th, 2010

botanic garden logoIt’s amazing how the Botanic Garden can connect ice cream and nature – but it makes perfect sense.  Vanilla is made from an orchid.  And mint and chocolate come from leaves and beans.  So this CBG program will let kids ages 4-10 years old (and their parents) to explore the plants that make up all the deliciousness. 

$20/child – ($3 discount for members).  Location: Chicago Botanic Garden. Classes are an hour and a half.

Click on link below to reserve spot.

March 20th 9:30am OR 1:00pm

March 27th 9:30am OR 1:00 PM

Interested in Adopting Me? Ok – How about the Adoption Process?

Tuesday, March 16th, 2010

If you’re interested in adopting, this class is a must.  Sally Wildman is a 15-year vet on the legal stuff surrounding adoptions.  She may not have helped Madonna in Malawai, but she could probably help you. 

1 Session – $29/pp ($45/couple) – Wed., Mar. 17th – 7-9:15PM, Deerfield High School -  Class #PO-716-01, PH: 224-765-1022 to Reserve.

Adult Mediterranean Cooking Class at HPHS

Monday, March 15th, 2010

They say that Mediterranean cooking is heart healthy. Learn the secrets of Greece, Morocco and Italy as you fuse their secrets into a complete and memorable Mediterranean meal. Come hungry, as you’ll eat what you kill…

1 Session – $39 – Thursday, Mar. 18th – 7-9PM, HPHS Room B100 -  Class #PO-333-02, PH: 224-765-1022 to Reserve.