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5500 S Woodlawn Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637
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Date: 12/2/2024
Subject: CHPV Holiday Happenings and Giving Tuesday!
From: Chicago Hyde Park Village




Giving Tuesday

10th Anniversary Dynamic Decade 2014-2024Tomorrow is GivingTuesday, a global movement unleashing the power of people to radically transform our communities through generosity. You can demonstrate your power in a variety of ways on GivingTuesday — help a neighbor, advocate for an issue, share a skill, or give to a cause. Everyone has something to give and every act of generosity makes a change.

More and more older South Siders rely on the services, support, and socialization of Chicago Hyde Park Village to age healthfully in community. Nearly half of CHPV’s revenue depends on individual gifts like yours. With your help, CHPV can grow its ability to support the needs of our aging population.

 

Your donation today will be matched by a $25,000 Challenge Grant from the Elizabeth Louise Smith Fund. Please give generously to help us meet our goal and expand our services, enriching the lives of older adults, families, and the community. Please help CHPV close our 10th anniversary year strong by donating today. With your gift, you’re making a difference!


 

Lucas Livingston. Photo by Paul StanilandWith many thanks, 

Lucas Livingston, Executive Director

P.S. Support for CHPV's Free Yoga Class will also help meet our $25,000 matching challenge.

COMING UP AT CHPV
Snail Thai Restaurant logo
First Tuesday Dinner Salon

Tuesday, December 3, 4:30pm
 
In our December Dinner Salon tradition, we pass the basket; consider bringing extra cash to make a gift to The Snail Thai staff for the holidays. This is an additional contribution, not the usual 20% gratuity added to each diners bill.

Movies at Hyde Park Art Center
With CHPV & UChicago Service League
 
Moved to Friday, December 13
 
National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
 
LEARN MORE! 

Advanced Care Planning Informational Seminar
THIS THURSDAY! December 5, 3-4pm

 
Join CHPV, UChicago Medicine, and the SHARE Network for an information session on Advanced Care Planning! Advanced care planning is the process of preparing for future decisions about your medical care if you become seriously ill or unable to communicate your wishes. Participants will have the opportunity to sign up for one-on-one consultations with a SHARE Network team member in January. Complete advance care planning documentation and share them with family members and healthcare providers.
Light refreshments will be provided.

Final Tech Café of the Year!
With University of Chicago Tech Savvy Friends
 
Friday, December 6, 3–4
Augustana Lutheran Church
 

New StrongerMemory Class! 
 
Mondays, January–March 2025
Via Zoom
 
 
This 12-week program can improve your memory with just 20-30 minutes of simple activities each day!

HOLIDAY LUNCH GATHERING
Participants in circle of chairs exercising with Coach Wesley
Join Us Early for Our Holiday Lunch Gathering
Wednesday, December 11
10:30 – 1:00 Central
Please register by Sunday, 8
 
CHPV Holiday Traditions:
❄️ Holiday Decoration Exchange ❄️
❄️ Cookie Share ❄️
❄️ Holiday Sing-Along ❄️

Register Early for Less!
Please register by Sunday, 8 to take advantage of the "early bird" registration offer. Registrations after that date will incur an additional $3 fee.
 

Volunteer!
It takes a Village! Please sign up to volunteer at this and other events.
 

Holiday Sing-Along & Reception
Wednesday, December 11
1:00 – 3:30


Join us immediately following the Holiday Lunch Gathering for a Holiday Sing-Along with Andy Teitelman. Hosted by CHPV and the University of Chicago Service League.
 
 

IN THE COMMUNITY
 
Friday, December 6, 7pm
Edgewater

Sunday, December 8, 3pm
Evanston

CHPV Members enjoy a 10% discount with code VILLAGE425. Each concert is followed by an open reception where audience members and musicians chat over wine cheese and sweets.
 
Susan Alitto plans to attend the December 6 performance at Church of the Atonement in Edgewater and is offering to give others a ride. Contact her directly if you wish to carpool.

Valois
Veterans Breakfast
 
Valois Restaurant
1518 E 53rd Street
Tuesday, December 3, 8am
 
Cafeteria style; cash only; pay your own way; RSVP requested. For more info & to RSVP, contact Mark Johnson at markj5525@gmail.com or (773) 351-1272.

Charles Newell, Court Theatre's Senior Artistic Consultant, in conversation with Mark Larson, author of Ensemble

Wednesday, December 4, 1:30
Augustana Lutheran Church
5500 S Woodlawn
Free and open to the public

The Annual Hyde Park Holly-Day Celebration Returns

Saturday, December 7
10am – 5pm

Sponsored by the University of Chicago in partnership with Downtown Hyde Park, the Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce, and the South East Chicago Commission, the free event features holiday activities for all ages at select locations throughout Hyde Park.

4th Ward Alderman Lamont Robinson and Illinois State Representative Kam Buckner invite you to:

Senior Holiday Dinner Dance
 
Thursday, December 5, 4-7
Winter Garden at the Harold Washington Library
400 S State
RSVP required at patricia.ewert@cityofchicago.org or (312) 744-2690.

And visit the Village Resource Table with CHPV's Susan Alitto and South Loop Village's Janie Urbanic!

Northwestern Music and Medicine Program presents:
Musical Museum "Operatic Celebration: Italian and Polish Classics"
 
Tuesday, December 10, 2–3pm
Wirtz Center for the Performing and Media Arts, 710 N Lakeshore Dr, Chicago, 60611

Join us for music and discussions led by our special guest, Dominika Zamara, renowned operatic vocalist, accompanied by Borna Bonakdarpour, pianist and cognitive neurologist. This program is designed as a musical and social engagement event, aiming to create a secure and enriching environment for individuals affected by Alzheimer's disease, related conditions, and their care partners.

HYDE PARK FARMERS MARKET
 
Support local small business vendors at the Holiday Makers Market

Saturday, December 14
9am-2pm
At The Promontory
1511 E 53rd Street

 
Saturday, December 14, 4-6

Bring your friends and family to the Arts Lawn to enjoy a Christmas tree lighting ceremony, live music,  food, holiday activities, and of course, a visit from Santa Claus himself! The Office of Civic Engagement is proud to support this event presented by the Washington Park Chamber of Commerce.
 

HELP SUPPORT OUR MISSION!
10th Anniversary Dynamic Decade 2014-2024CHPV's programs and services depend on the generous support of people like you! Please make a gift to CHPV's vibrant community of healthy living and social connection.
 
 
If you are not a member of CHPV and have been enjoying our programs and services, please consider joining now! Membership starts as low as $100 annually.

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Contact us at 773-363-1933, info@chpv.org, www.chpv.org, 5500 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
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