RUN WITH THE NUNS 5K - October 20

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RETREAT NIGHT FOR FATHERS AND GRANDFATHERS - October 22

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ST. RITA HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE - October 27 and November 10

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MARY, IN CHRISTIANITY AND ISLAM - October 28

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ALL SOULS REMEMBRANCE AND MASS - November 2

Saturday, November 2 at 9:30 am Mass
praying for the beatification of Venerable Maria Kaupas.

All Souls reading of names of deceased beginning at 8:45 am.

St. Casimir Center Chapel
2601 W. Marquette Rd. in Chicago, IL

For more information, call at 773-349-8064.

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FALL BUFFET LUNCHEON AND BINGO - November 13

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JOYFUL AGAIN! RETREAT - November 16 and 17

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KNITTING AND MORE! - Thursday Mornings

Join us at Worth Township for fun conversation and good company while working on your favorite stitching project. Share tips, get new ideas and enjoy a cup of coffee. Knitting, Plastic Canvas, Crochet, Embroidery, Cross Stitch, Latch Hook.

Thursday Mornings from 9 to 11 am. Located at Worth Township, 11601 S. Pulaski in Alsip. For more information call the Senior Room at 708-371-2900 ext. 28.

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AUTISM ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM - Ongoing Program

St. Coletta’s of Illinois (aka the Kennedy School) in Tinley Park now has an Autism Engagement Program. It provides structured, meaningful tasks on a daily schedule tailored to each individual.

Activities include Life Skills, Art Exploration, Sensory Engagement, Gym/Fitness and Community Outings each weekday from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm.

If interested call social worker Heather Benedick at 708-342-5200.

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ALZHEIMER'S FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS - 1st Tuesday of each Month

On the first Tuesday of each month a support group, for family members caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, will meet at the Oak Lawn Library from 7 to 8 pm.

Please contact Terry Schultz, support group facilitator, at 708-636-7993 or tms.schultz@gmail.com with any questions.

Come learn more about Alzheimer’s Disease and how together we can better manage the difficult role of caregiver.

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ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP - 2nd Tuesday of each Month

FREE MONTHLY EVENT
2nd Tuesday of each Month from 6 to 7 pm
EVENT HELD AT GRACE POINT PLACE
5701 W. 101st STREET, OAK LAWN

Build a support system with people who understand. This is for anyone who cares for a person with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. Come exchange practical information on caregiving challenges and solutions. Share feelings and concerns, and talk through issues to find coping strategies. PLEASE RSVP!

Contact Meredith Morris at 708-290-3255 or mmorris@anthemmemorycare.com.

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CORAZÓN A CORAZÓN - Ongoing Volunteer Opportunity

Are you looking for something? Something rewarding?
Something that makes an impact?

Discover the mutual benefits from tutoring English as a Second Language to adults or helping a child with homework!

Corazón a Corazón, sponsored by the School Sisters of Notre Dame,
is a program rooted in love whose mission is to open doors of language
and learning. English fluency and a desire to help are our only
pre-requisites.

Call or come see us for the chance to give as you have been given.
12731 S. Wood St. in Blue Island, IL - 708-377-7761 - www.corazon-chicago.org

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BINGO AT QUEEN OF MARTYRS - Every Thursday

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BY THE HAND: BRINGING THE LIBRARY TO YOU - Ongoing Service

By the Hand is a free delivery service of Oak Lawn Library materials for Oak Lawn residents of any age who are unable to visit the building due to temporary or long-term physical impairments or mental health challenges. Patrons may also request items to be picked up by family, friends or caregivers.

For more information or to sign-up, call at 708-422-4990.

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SMART RECOVERY FAMILY AND FRIENDS GROUP - Every Thursday

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ILLINOIS CHESS VETS - WEEKLY CHESS CLUB AND INSTRUCTION - Every Non-Holiday Wednesday

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OBERAMMERGAU PASSION PLAY 2020 - June 26 through July 6, 2020

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SUNDAY TV MASS FOR THE HOMEBOUND - Ongoing Event

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DIVORCE AND BEYOND PROGRAM - RECOVERY AND HEALING FOR THE DIVORCED - Ongoing Event

This program helps bring healing for those who are divorced or who have already filed for divorce. Each meeting focuses on a different aspect of the divorce healing process such as grief, stress, anger, blame, etc. The program includes education, discussion and prayer. Former program participants help facilitate the program and are available for support.

The program is held at various places and times throughout the Archdiocese of Chicago.

Please refer to our website: www.stgerald.com. For more information, call at 708-422-0234 Ext. 24.

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KNIGHTS OF THE HOLY EUCHARIST - Ongoing Event

Attention, single Catholic men 18-30!!!

The Knights of the Holy Eucharist, a community of consecrated brothers dedicated to fostering reverent devotion to Our Eucharistic Lord, invite you to discern your vocation at their House of Formation, located at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament, Hanceville, Alabama.

To learn more contact: www.knights.org or email: knightsinfo@gmail.com.