News about club meetings and events for people who share hobbies. Deadline is two weeks before event date.
Northwest Circle of Friends: The Northwest Circle of Friends is a women’s social club and philanthropic organization supporting local charities. Guests and new members are always welcome. The club has approximately 15 monthly activities and 125 members encompassing Palatine, Inverness, and the surrounding Northwest suburbs and appeals to women looking for social contacts, as well as those new to the area. The group offers monthly luncheons, programs, bowling league, bridge, Mah Jongg, Hand and Foot card groups, golf league and other activities. Visit www.nwcircleoffriends.com or email NorthwestCircleofFriends@gmail.com.
Northwest Suburban Astronomers: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Members observed the eclipse on Aug. 21 from many different locations throughout the U.S. At this meeting, members will recount their experiences in viewing this phenomenon. Also, Tony Harris will discuss his work addressing Light Pollution. Afterward, club members and guests will adjourn to Rosati’s on Wise Road for the usual pizza and further discussions. Free. For information, visit www.nsaclub.org.
Skokie Valley Astronomers: 8-10 p.m. the second Friday of each month, Edward L. Ryerson Welcome Center, 21950 N. Riverwoods Road, Riverwoods. Learn about outer space, the sky and the universe. Stargazing after the meeting, weather permitting. For specific program details and topics, visit www.skokievalleyastronomers.org.
Senior Musical Group: 1-2:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights. Come join the senior band. The drop-in group plays assorted Broadway, movie and patriotic tunes, as well as other music. Free program; just bring your instrument. For information, call (847) 253-5532.
Suburban Chicago Apple Users: 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, American Society of Anesthesiologists Conference Center, 1061 American Lane, Schaumburg. 9 a.m.: “iOS 11: What to Expect,” plus iOS Q&A presented by David Ginsburg, SCAU president & Mac/iOS guru; 10:30 a.m.: “The Tech Miser: Tech Deals, plus Member Discount Alerts” presented by George Brooks, financial and negotiating wizard; 11:15 a.m.: “These Apple Times They Are A Changin,’” virtual presentation by Bryan Chaffin, editor-in-chief of The Mac Observer. For information, visit www.myscau.org.
Second Saturday Poetry Workshop: 9 a.m.-noon the second Saturday of the month, Palatine Public Library, 700 N. North Court. All poets and writers are invited to attend. Cost is $15. RSVP to (847) 991-7966 or nwcc@northwestculturalcouncil.org.
Dance World Club Dance: 7:30 p.m. the second Saturday of each month, Triphahn Center, 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. Dance World is a nonprofit ballroom dancing club. $8 for members; $13 for guests. Dance hosts are available. For information, visit www.danceworldinc.org.
Northern Illinois Chapter Crochet Guild of America: 1:30 p.m. the second Saturday of the month, Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows. Come join and meet like-minded crocheters. Bring your show and tell or current project. For information, email info@nicrochet.com.
