Welcome to the Independent Futures events calendar! Activities registration opens each quarter with a new calendar. To be added to the notification list, please email center@independentfutures.com.
Before signing up for activities, new participants are required to meet with staff and complete an introduction process. This is necessary to guarantee that the best supports are available for each individual.
Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions or concerns and we look forward to hearing from you soon. If you would have any questions, please reach out to Jeff Morthorst at (224) 545-3925.
January 2025
mon13jan4:00 pmmon5:00 pmYoga - Monday - In Person & Zoom
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use.
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use. Please check in at the front desk if you attend class at the club.
Location: Zoom or the Evanston Athletic Club, 1723 Benson St, Evanston.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 19, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Time
January 13, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Evanston Athletic Club and Zoom
1723 Benson Ave
mon13jan5:00 pmmon6:30 pmBook Club - Zoom
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group.
Our next title will be BY ANY OTHER NAME by Jodi Picoult.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 20, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, and March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM.
Time
January 13, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
tue14jan3:00 pmtue4:00 pmTuesday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo! The group will meet
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo!
The group will meet on Tuesdays: January 7, 14, 21, and 28, February 4, 11, 18, and 25, and March 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 3:00 to 4:00 PM.
The location is 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL.
This activity is FREE.
Time
January 14, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
wed15jan11:30 amwed12:30 pmTrivia Group - In-Person and Zoom
Event Details
Are you ready for fun, laughter, and a little friendly competition? Our brand new Trivia Group is the perfect way to test your knowledge, make new friends, and enjoy an
Event Details
Are you ready for fun, laughter, and a little friendly competition? Our brand new Trivia Group is the perfect way to test your knowledge, make new friends, and enjoy an exciting hour of brain-teasing questions.
The fee is $30 for 3 events.
Wednesdays: January 15, February 26 and March 12 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
Minimum enrollment: 5, In-Person and Zoom
Location: Zoom or CIF office at 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Should you have any questions, please call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
January 15, 2025 11:30 am - 12:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
wed15jan1:00 pmwed2:00 pmSocial Hour - Wednesday - Zoom
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await. This activity is FREE. The group will
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await.
This activity is FREE.
The group will meet on Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, and 29, February 5, 12, 19, and 26, and March 5, 12, 19, and 26 via Zoom from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.
Time
January 15, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
thu16jan11:00 amthu1:00 pmCooking Club - In-person
Event Details
Join CIF staff to cook lunch and bake a dessert together! When the cooking is done we will share our wonderful meal, clean up and hang out together!
Event Details
Join CIF staff to cook lunch and bake a dessert together! When the cooking is done we will share our wonderful meal, clean up and hang out together!
Location: HUB 930, 930 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL, 60202. Please enter through the gate on the side of the building.
$150 for 6 events
The group will meet on Thursdays: January 16 and 30, February 6 and 20, and March 6 and 20 from 11:00 am to 1:00.
Minimum Enrollment: 7. Maximum Enrollment: 10
Time
January 16, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
HUB 930
930 Chicago Ave.
thu16jan7:00 pmthu8:30 pmArt Club - In Person
Event Details
Join accomplished artist Traci Laffey, who will coach you to channel your inner creativity. The activities will range from viewing and discussing art to engaging in hands-on, creative projects. You will
Event Details
Join accomplished artist Traci Laffey, who will coach you to channel your inner creativity. The activities will range from viewing and discussing art to engaging in hands-on, creative projects.
You will be presented with a theme of art exploration and will have the opportunity to display your interpretation of that theme followed by an explanation of your piece. All art materials will be provided by CIF.
We will meet at the CIF offices, 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201. Thursdays: January 16 and 30, February 6 and 27, and March 6 and 13. Sessions will be from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm.
Time
January 16, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Noyes Cultural Center
927 Noyes St.
fri17jan3:45 amfri4:45 amComic Book Club - In person and on Zoom
Event Details
Comic Book Club, where the comics come alive! We will work with facilitators Jake and Joanna to choose which comics to explore. We will read the comics together
Event Details
Comic Book Club, where the comics come alive! We will work with facilitators Jake and Joanna to choose which comics to explore. We will read the comics together at each gathering.
Location: Zoom or CIF office, 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201.
$45 for 3 events.
Fridays: January 17, February 28, and March 21 from 3:45 to 4:45 PM.
Minimum enrollment: 5
Time
January 17, 2025 3:45 am - 4:45 am(GMT-06:00)
Location
CIF office
1015 Davis Street
fri17jan10:30 pmfri11:30 pmFriday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee. The activity is free. The group
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee.
The activity is free.
The group will meet on Fridays: January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, February 7, 14, 21, and 28, and March 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 10:30 to 11:30 am.
Location: 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
January 17, 2025 10:30 pm - 11:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
sun19jan11:00 amsun12:00 pmBingo - Sundays - Zoom
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each event.
The fee is $144 for 12 events.
Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Should you have any questions, please call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
January 19, 2025 11:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
sun19jan12:30 pmsun2:00 pmMusic Sharing Group - Zoom
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please join Jeff for these events. It will be a blast!!!
The fee is $156 for 13 events.
The group will meet on Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 12:30 to 2:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Time
January 19, 2025 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
mon20jan4:00 pmmon5:00 pmYoga - Monday - In Person & Zoom
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use.
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use. Please check in at the front desk if you attend class at the club.
Location: Zoom or the Evanston Athletic Club, 1723 Benson St, Evanston.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 19, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Time
January 20, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Evanston Athletic Club and Zoom
1723 Benson Ave
mon20jan5:00 pmmon6:30 pmBook Club - Zoom
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group.
Our next title will be BY ANY OTHER NAME by Jodi Picoult.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 20, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, and March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM.
Time
January 20, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
tue21jan3:00 pmtue4:00 pmTuesday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo! The group will meet
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo!
The group will meet on Tuesdays: January 7, 14, 21, and 28, February 4, 11, 18, and 25, and March 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 3:00 to 4:00 PM.
The location is 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL.
This activity is FREE.
Time
January 21, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
wed22jan1:00 pmwed2:00 pmSocial Hour - Wednesday - Zoom
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await. This activity is FREE. The group will
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await.
This activity is FREE.
The group will meet on Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, and 29, February 5, 12, 19, and 26, and March 5, 12, 19, and 26 via Zoom from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.
Time
January 22, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
thu23jan1:00 pmthu2:00 pmSocial Hour - Thursday - In Person
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with othes? Come to our Social Hour, where good vibes and great conversations await. Enrollment is limited to 30 people. Minimum:
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with othes? Come to our Social Hour, where good vibes and great conversations await.
Enrollment is limited to 30 people. Minimum: 7
The group will meet Thursdays: January 23, February 20 and March 20 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
This activity is FREE.
Location: Center for Independent Futures office 1015 Davis St., Evanston
Time
January 23, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
thu23jan5:00 pmthu7:00 pmAnime Club - In-Person and Zoom
Event Details
Join us in watching and discussing Japanese productions called Anime. Facilitator Sheila Serota supports the group in choosing which series to view together. The fee is $45 for 3 events. Thursdays: January
Event Details
Join us in watching and discussing Japanese productions called Anime. Facilitator Sheila Serota supports the group in choosing which series to view together.
The fee is $45 for 3 events.
Thursdays: January 23, February 20, and March 20 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.
Minimum enrollment: 5, In-Person and Zoom
Location: Zoom or the CIF office at 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Should you have any questions, please call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
January 23, 2025 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
fri24jan4:00 pmfri5:00 pmMusical Theater Appreciation - Zoom
Event Details
This group will be led by professional live musical theater actor, Jacob Hoffman and a staff member. “Each class, we will spend time celebrating and learning more about America’s greatest
Event Details
This group will be led by professional live musical theater actor, Jacob Hoffman and a staff member. “Each class, we will spend time celebrating and learning more about America’s greatest invention: Musical Theater.
Participants will explore musicals and their connection to other forms of entertainment. How does the Wizard of Oz influence its modern sibling, The Wiz? How do modern movie musicals borrow from their live counterparts? We will travel from musical theater’s infancy in the 1940s all the way to today’s hits, with fun trivia, guest appearances, and scene study sprinkled in along the way.
Writing exercises, small group sharing, in-session viewings, and Zoom sing-a-longs will make for a time you won’t soon forget!” Jacob
Please note the new time – 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Fridays, January 10, 24, and 31, February 7, 14, and 21, and March 7, 14, and 28.
The fee is $180 for 9 events.
Minimum enrollment: 7
Time
January 24, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom
fri24jan10:30 pmfri11:30 pmFriday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee. The activity is free. The group
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee.
The activity is free.
The group will meet on Fridays: January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, February 7, 14, 21, and 28, and March 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 10:30 to 11:30 am.
Location: 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
January 24, 2025 10:30 pm - 11:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
sun26jan11:00 amsun12:00 pmBingo - Sundays - Zoom
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each event.
The fee is $144 for 12 events.
Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Should you have any questions, please call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
January 26, 2025 11:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
sun26jan12:30 pmsun2:00 pmMusic Sharing Group - Zoom
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please join Jeff for these events. It will be a blast!!!
The fee is $156 for 13 events.
The group will meet on Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 12:30 to 2:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Time
January 26, 2025 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
mon27jan4:00 pmmon5:00 pmYoga - Monday - In Person & Zoom
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use.
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use. Please check in at the front desk if you attend class at the club.
Location: Zoom or the Evanston Athletic Club, 1723 Benson St, Evanston.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 19, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Time
January 27, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Evanston Athletic Club and Zoom
1723 Benson Ave
mon27jan5:00 pmmon6:30 pmBook Club - Zoom
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group.
Our next title will be BY ANY OTHER NAME by Jodi Picoult.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 20, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, and March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM.
Time
January 27, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
mon27jan7:00 pmmon8:00 pmBowling at Wilmette Bowl - In Person
Event Details
We will bowl from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. We hope that starting Bowling at 7:00 will give anyone who wants time to attend Book Club on Zoom and then get
Event Details
We will bowl from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. We hope that starting Bowling at 7:00 will give anyone who wants time to attend Book Club on Zoom and then get to Wilmette Bowling Center by 7:00. If you need assistance planning your transportation to and from the bowling alley, please call Jeff Morthorst at 224.545.3925.
The fee for 3 events is $75.
The dates are Mondays: January 27, February 24, and March 24 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM.
Minimum enrollment is 12, and maximum enrollment is 20.
Location: Wilmette Bowling Center, 1903 Schiller Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091.
Time
January 27, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Wilmette Bowl
1903 Schiller Avenue
tue28jan3:00 pmtue4:00 pmTuesday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo! The group will meet
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo!
The group will meet on Tuesdays: January 7, 14, 21, and 28, February 4, 11, 18, and 25, and March 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 3:00 to 4:00 PM.
The location is 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL.
This activity is FREE.
Time
January 28, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
wed29jan1:00 pmwed2:00 pmSocial Hour - Wednesday - Zoom
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await. This activity is FREE. The group will
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await.
This activity is FREE.
The group will meet on Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, and 29, February 5, 12, 19, and 26, and March 5, 12, 19, and 26 via Zoom from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.
Time
January 29, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
thu30jan11:00 amthu1:00 pmCooking Club - In-person
Event Details
Join CIF staff to cook lunch and bake a dessert together! When the cooking is done we will share our wonderful meal, clean up and hang out together!
Event Details
Join CIF staff to cook lunch and bake a dessert together! When the cooking is done we will share our wonderful meal, clean up and hang out together!
Location: HUB 930, 930 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL, 60202. Please enter through the gate on the side of the building.
$150 for 6 events
The group will meet on Thursdays: January 16 and 30, February 6 and 20, and March 6 and 20 from 11:00 am to 1:00.
Minimum Enrollment: 7. Maximum Enrollment: 10
Time
January 30, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
HUB 930
930 Chicago Ave.
thu30jan7:00 pmthu8:30 pmArt Club - In Person
Event Details
Join accomplished artist Traci Laffey, who will coach you to channel your inner creativity. The activities will range from viewing and discussing art to engaging in hands-on, creative projects. You will
Event Details
Join accomplished artist Traci Laffey, who will coach you to channel your inner creativity. The activities will range from viewing and discussing art to engaging in hands-on, creative projects.
You will be presented with a theme of art exploration and will have the opportunity to display your interpretation of that theme followed by an explanation of your piece. All art materials will be provided by CIF.
We will meet at the CIF offices, 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201. Thursdays: January 16 and 30, February 6 and 27, and March 6 and 13. Sessions will be from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm.
Time
January 30, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Noyes Cultural Center
927 Noyes St.
fri31jan4:00 pmfri5:00 pmMusical Theater Appreciation - Zoom
Event Details
This group will be led by professional live musical theater actor, Jacob Hoffman and a staff member. “Each class, we will spend time celebrating and learning more about America’s greatest
Event Details
This group will be led by professional live musical theater actor, Jacob Hoffman and a staff member. “Each class, we will spend time celebrating and learning more about America’s greatest invention: Musical Theater.
Participants will explore musicals and their connection to other forms of entertainment. How does the Wizard of Oz influence its modern sibling, The Wiz? How do modern movie musicals borrow from their live counterparts? We will travel from musical theater’s infancy in the 1940s all the way to today’s hits, with fun trivia, guest appearances, and scene study sprinkled in along the way.
Writing exercises, small group sharing, in-session viewings, and Zoom sing-a-longs will make for a time you won’t soon forget!” Jacob
Please note the new time – 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Fridays, January 10, 24, and 31, February 7, 14, and 21, and March 7, 14, and 28.
The fee is $180 for 9 events.
Minimum enrollment: 7
Time
January 31, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom
fri31jan10:30 pmfri11:30 pmFriday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee. The activity is free. The group
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee.
The activity is free.
The group will meet on Fridays: January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, February 7, 14, 21, and 28, and March 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 10:30 to 11:30 am.
Location: 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
January 31, 2025 10:30 pm - 11:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
February 2025
sun02feb11:00 amsun12:00 pmBingo - Sundays - Zoom
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each event.
The fee is $144 for 12 events.
Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Should you have any questions, please call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
February 2, 2025 11:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
sun02feb12:30 pmsun2:00 pmMusic Sharing Group - Zoom
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please join Jeff for these events. It will be a blast!!!
The fee is $156 for 13 events.
The group will meet on Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 12:30 to 2:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Time
February 2, 2025 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
mon03feb4:00 pmmon5:00 pmYoga - Monday - In Person & Zoom
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use.
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use. Please check in at the front desk if you attend class at the club.
Location: Zoom or the Evanston Athletic Club, 1723 Benson St, Evanston.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 19, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Time
February 3, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Evanston Athletic Club and Zoom
1723 Benson Ave
mon03feb5:00 pmmon6:30 pmBook Club - Zoom
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group.
Our next title will be BY ANY OTHER NAME by Jodi Picoult.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 20, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, and March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM.
Time
February 3, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
tue04feb3:00 pmtue4:00 pmTuesday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo! The group will meet
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo!
The group will meet on Tuesdays: January 7, 14, 21, and 28, February 4, 11, 18, and 25, and March 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 3:00 to 4:00 PM.
The location is 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL.
This activity is FREE.
Time
February 4, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
wed05feb1:00 pmwed2:00 pmSocial Hour - Wednesday - Zoom
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await. This activity is FREE. The group will
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await.
This activity is FREE.
The group will meet on Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, and 29, February 5, 12, 19, and 26, and March 5, 12, 19, and 26 via Zoom from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.
Time
February 5, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
thu06feb11:00 amthu1:00 pmCooking Club - In-person
Event Details
Join CIF staff to cook lunch and bake a dessert together! When the cooking is done we will share our wonderful meal, clean up and hang out together!
Event Details
Join CIF staff to cook lunch and bake a dessert together! When the cooking is done we will share our wonderful meal, clean up and hang out together!
Location: HUB 930, 930 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL, 60202. Please enter through the gate on the side of the building.
$150 for 6 events
The group will meet on Thursdays: January 16 and 30, February 6 and 20, and March 6 and 20 from 11:00 am to 1:00.
Minimum Enrollment: 7. Maximum Enrollment: 10
Time
February 6, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
HUB 930
930 Chicago Ave.
thu06feb7:00 pmthu8:30 pmArt Club - In Person
Event Details
Join accomplished artist Traci Laffey, who will coach you to channel your inner creativity. The activities will range from viewing and discussing art to engaging in hands-on, creative projects. You will
Event Details
Join accomplished artist Traci Laffey, who will coach you to channel your inner creativity. The activities will range from viewing and discussing art to engaging in hands-on, creative projects.
You will be presented with a theme of art exploration and will have the opportunity to display your interpretation of that theme followed by an explanation of your piece. All art materials will be provided by CIF.
We will meet at the CIF offices, 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201. Thursdays: January 16 and 30, February 6 and 27, and March 6 and 13. Sessions will be from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm.
Time
February 6, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Noyes Cultural Center
927 Noyes St.
fri07feb4:00 pmfri5:00 pmMusical Theater Appreciation - Zoom
Event Details
This group will be led by professional live musical theater actor, Jacob Hoffman and a staff member. “Each class, we will spend time celebrating and learning more about America’s greatest
Event Details
This group will be led by professional live musical theater actor, Jacob Hoffman and a staff member. “Each class, we will spend time celebrating and learning more about America’s greatest invention: Musical Theater.
Participants will explore musicals and their connection to other forms of entertainment. How does the Wizard of Oz influence its modern sibling, The Wiz? How do modern movie musicals borrow from their live counterparts? We will travel from musical theater’s infancy in the 1940s all the way to today’s hits, with fun trivia, guest appearances, and scene study sprinkled in along the way.
Writing exercises, small group sharing, in-session viewings, and Zoom sing-a-longs will make for a time you won’t soon forget!” Jacob
Please note the new time – 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Fridays, January 10, 24, and 31, February 7, 14, and 21, and March 7, 14, and 28.
The fee is $180 for 9 events.
Minimum enrollment: 7
Time
February 7, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom
fri07feb10:30 pmfri11:30 pmFriday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee. The activity is free. The group
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee.
The activity is free.
The group will meet on Fridays: January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, February 7, 14, 21, and 28, and March 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 10:30 to 11:30 am.
Location: 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
February 7, 2025 10:30 pm - 11:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
sat08feb3:00 pmsat5:30 pmHeARTwords Workshop - Zoom
Event Details
HeARTwords is a creative writing workshop facilitated by Joe Jackson and Paul Fields. HeARTwords is a safe space to express your emotions, thoughts, stories, etc. in a variety of formats.
Event Details
HeARTwords is a creative writing workshop facilitated by Joe Jackson and Paul Fields. HeARTwords is a safe space to express your emotions, thoughts, stories, etc. in a variety of formats. Be the ART. A playground for the mind, a sanctuary for the heart.
Please note that the group will not meet in January.
The fee is $60 for 4 events.
Saturdays: February 8 and 22, March 8 and 22 from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM.
Questions? Call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
February 8, 2025 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
sun09feb11:00 amsun12:00 pmBingo - Sundays - Zoom
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each event.
The fee is $144 for 12 events.
Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Should you have any questions, please call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
February 9, 2025 11:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
sun09feb12:30 pmsun2:00 pmMusic Sharing Group - Zoom
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please join Jeff for these events. It will be a blast!!!
The fee is $156 for 13 events.
The group will meet on Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 12:30 to 2:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Time
February 9, 2025 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
mon10feb4:00 pmmon5:00 pmYoga - Monday - In Person & Zoom
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use.
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use. Please check in at the front desk if you attend class at the club.
Location: Zoom or the Evanston Athletic Club, 1723 Benson St, Evanston.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 19, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Time
February 10, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Evanston Athletic Club and Zoom
1723 Benson Ave
mon10feb5:00 pmmon6:30 pmBook Club - Zoom
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group.
Our next title will be BY ANY OTHER NAME by Jodi Picoult.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 20, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, and March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM.
Time
February 10, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
tue11feb3:00 pmtue4:00 pmTuesday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo! The group will meet
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo!
The group will meet on Tuesdays: January 7, 14, 21, and 28, February 4, 11, 18, and 25, and March 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 3:00 to 4:00 PM.
The location is 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL.
This activity is FREE.
Time
February 11, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
wed12feb1:00 pmwed2:00 pmSocial Hour - Wednesday - Zoom
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await. This activity is FREE. The group will
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await.
This activity is FREE.
The group will meet on Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, and 29, February 5, 12, 19, and 26, and March 5, 12, 19, and 26 via Zoom from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.
Time
February 12, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
thu13feb6:45 pmthu9:00 pmValentine's Day Movie - In-Person
Event Details
Warm your heart with laughter as we gather to watch the romantic comedy “Valentine’s Day”, a star-studded film that beautifully captures the joys, challenges, and humor of love in all
Event Details
Warm your heart with laughter as we gather to watch the romantic comedy “Valentine’s Day”, a star-studded film that beautifully captures the joys, challenges, and humor of love in all its forms. Indulge in delicious Valentine’s Day-themed sweet treats that will make the evening even more delightful. Whether you’re coming solo, with CIF friends, or celebrating with a special someone, this promises to be a memorable event!
Please bring a treat to share with the group.
The group will meet on Thursday, February 13 from 6:45 to 9:00 PM.
Tickets are $10.
Location: CIF Office – 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
February 13, 2025 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
CIF office
1015 Davis Street
fri14feb4:00 pmfri5:00 pmMusical Theater Appreciation - Zoom
Event Details
This group will be led by professional live musical theater actor, Jacob Hoffman and a staff member. “Each class, we will spend time celebrating and learning more about America’s greatest
Event Details
This group will be led by professional live musical theater actor, Jacob Hoffman and a staff member. “Each class, we will spend time celebrating and learning more about America’s greatest invention: Musical Theater.
Participants will explore musicals and their connection to other forms of entertainment. How does the Wizard of Oz influence its modern sibling, The Wiz? How do modern movie musicals borrow from their live counterparts? We will travel from musical theater’s infancy in the 1940s all the way to today’s hits, with fun trivia, guest appearances, and scene study sprinkled in along the way.
Writing exercises, small group sharing, in-session viewings, and Zoom sing-a-longs will make for a time you won’t soon forget!” Jacob
Please note the new time – 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Fridays, January 10, 24, and 31, February 7, 14, and 21, and March 7, 14, and 28.
The fee is $180 for 9 events.
Minimum enrollment: 7
Time
February 14, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom
fri14feb10:30 pmfri11:30 pmFriday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee. The activity is free. The group
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee.
The activity is free.
The group will meet on Fridays: January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, February 7, 14, 21, and 28, and March 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 10:30 to 11:30 am.
Location: 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
February 14, 2025 10:30 pm - 11:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
sun16feb11:00 amsun12:00 pmBingo - Sundays - Zoom
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each event.
The fee is $144 for 12 events.
Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Should you have any questions, please call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
February 16, 2025 11:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
sun16feb12:30 pmsun2:00 pmMusic Sharing Group - Zoom
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please join Jeff for these events. It will be a blast!!!
The fee is $156 for 13 events.
The group will meet on Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 12:30 to 2:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Time
February 16, 2025 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
mon17feb4:00 pmmon5:00 pmYoga - Monday - In Person & Zoom
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use.
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use. Please check in at the front desk if you attend class at the club.
Location: Zoom or the Evanston Athletic Club, 1723 Benson St, Evanston.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 19, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Time
February 17, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Evanston Athletic Club and Zoom
1723 Benson Ave
mon17feb5:00 pmmon6:30 pmBook Club - Zoom
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group.
Our next title will be BY ANY OTHER NAME by Jodi Picoult.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 20, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, and March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM.
Time
February 17, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
tue18feb3:00 pmtue4:00 pmTuesday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo! The group will meet
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo!
The group will meet on Tuesdays: January 7, 14, 21, and 28, February 4, 11, 18, and 25, and March 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 3:00 to 4:00 PM.
The location is 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL.
This activity is FREE.
Time
February 18, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
wed19feb1:00 pmwed2:00 pmSocial Hour - Wednesday - Zoom
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await. This activity is FREE. The group will
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await.
This activity is FREE.
The group will meet on Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, and 29, February 5, 12, 19, and 26, and March 5, 12, 19, and 26 via Zoom from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.
Time
February 19, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
thu20feb11:00 amthu1:00 pmCooking Club - In-person
Event Details
Join CIF staff to cook lunch and bake a dessert together! When the cooking is done we will share our wonderful meal, clean up and hang out together!
Event Details
Join CIF staff to cook lunch and bake a dessert together! When the cooking is done we will share our wonderful meal, clean up and hang out together!
Location: HUB 930, 930 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL, 60202. Please enter through the gate on the side of the building.
$150 for 6 events
The group will meet on Thursdays: January 16 and 30, February 6 and 20, and March 6 and 20 from 11:00 am to 1:00.
Minimum Enrollment: 7. Maximum Enrollment: 10
Time
February 20, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
HUB 930
930 Chicago Ave.
thu20feb1:00 pmthu2:00 pmSocial Hour - Thursday - In Person
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with othes? Come to our Social Hour, where good vibes and great conversations await. Enrollment is limited to 30 people. Minimum:
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with othes? Come to our Social Hour, where good vibes and great conversations await.
Enrollment is limited to 30 people. Minimum: 7
The group will meet Thursdays: January 23, February 20 and March 20 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
This activity is FREE.
Location: Center for Independent Futures office 1015 Davis St., Evanston
Time
February 20, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
thu20feb5:00 pmthu7:00 pmAnime Club - In-Person and Zoom
Event Details
Join us in watching and discussing Japanese productions called Anime. Facilitator Sheila Serota supports the group in choosing which series to view together. The fee is $45 for 3 events. Thursdays: January
Event Details
Join us in watching and discussing Japanese productions called Anime. Facilitator Sheila Serota supports the group in choosing which series to view together.
The fee is $45 for 3 events.
Thursdays: January 23, February 20, and March 20 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.
Minimum enrollment: 5, In-Person and Zoom
Location: Zoom or the CIF office at 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Should you have any questions, please call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
February 20, 2025 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
fri21feb4:00 pmfri5:00 pmMusical Theater Appreciation - Zoom
Event Details
This group will be led by professional live musical theater actor, Jacob Hoffman and a staff member. “Each class, we will spend time celebrating and learning more about America’s greatest
Event Details
This group will be led by professional live musical theater actor, Jacob Hoffman and a staff member. “Each class, we will spend time celebrating and learning more about America’s greatest invention: Musical Theater.
Participants will explore musicals and their connection to other forms of entertainment. How does the Wizard of Oz influence its modern sibling, The Wiz? How do modern movie musicals borrow from their live counterparts? We will travel from musical theater’s infancy in the 1940s all the way to today’s hits, with fun trivia, guest appearances, and scene study sprinkled in along the way.
Writing exercises, small group sharing, in-session viewings, and Zoom sing-a-longs will make for a time you won’t soon forget!” Jacob
Please note the new time – 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Fridays, January 10, 24, and 31, February 7, 14, and 21, and March 7, 14, and 28.
The fee is $180 for 9 events.
Minimum enrollment: 7
Time
February 21, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom
fri21feb10:30 pmfri11:30 pmFriday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee. The activity is free. The group
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee.
The activity is free.
The group will meet on Fridays: January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, February 7, 14, 21, and 28, and March 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 10:30 to 11:30 am.
Location: 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
February 21, 2025 10:30 pm - 11:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
sat22feb3:00 pmsat5:30 pmHeARTwords Workshop - Zoom
Event Details
HeARTwords is a creative writing workshop facilitated by Joe Jackson and Paul Fields. HeARTwords is a safe space to express your emotions, thoughts, stories, etc. in a variety of formats.
Event Details
HeARTwords is a creative writing workshop facilitated by Joe Jackson and Paul Fields. HeARTwords is a safe space to express your emotions, thoughts, stories, etc. in a variety of formats. Be the ART. A playground for the mind, a sanctuary for the heart.
Please note that the group will not meet in January.
The fee is $60 for 4 events.
Saturdays: February 8 and 22, March 8 and 22 from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM.
Questions? Call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
February 22, 2025 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
sun23feb11:00 amsun12:00 pmBingo - Sundays - Zoom
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each event.
The fee is $144 for 12 events.
Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Should you have any questions, please call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
February 23, 2025 11:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
sun23feb12:30 pmsun2:00 pmMusic Sharing Group - Zoom
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please join Jeff for these events. It will be a blast!!!
The fee is $156 for 13 events.
The group will meet on Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 12:30 to 2:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Time
February 23, 2025 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
mon24feb4:00 pmmon5:00 pmYoga - Monday - In Person & Zoom
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use.
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use. Please check in at the front desk if you attend class at the club.
Location: Zoom or the Evanston Athletic Club, 1723 Benson St, Evanston.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 19, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Time
February 24, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Evanston Athletic Club and Zoom
1723 Benson Ave
mon24feb5:00 pmmon6:30 pmBook Club - Zoom
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group.
Our next title will be BY ANY OTHER NAME by Jodi Picoult.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 20, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, and March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM.
Time
February 24, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
mon24feb7:00 pmmon8:00 pmBowling at Wilmette Bowl - In Person
Event Details
We will bowl from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. We hope that starting Bowling at 7:00 will give anyone who wants time to attend Book Club on Zoom and then get
Event Details
We will bowl from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. We hope that starting Bowling at 7:00 will give anyone who wants time to attend Book Club on Zoom and then get to Wilmette Bowling Center by 7:00. If you need assistance planning your transportation to and from the bowling alley, please call Jeff Morthorst at 224.545.3925.
The fee for 3 events is $75.
The dates are Mondays: January 27, February 24, and March 24 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM.
Minimum enrollment is 12, and maximum enrollment is 20.
Location: Wilmette Bowling Center, 1903 Schiller Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091.
Time
February 24, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Wilmette Bowl
1903 Schiller Avenue
tue25feb3:00 pmtue4:00 pmTuesday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo! The group will meet
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo!
The group will meet on Tuesdays: January 7, 14, 21, and 28, February 4, 11, 18, and 25, and March 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 3:00 to 4:00 PM.
The location is 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL.
This activity is FREE.
Time
February 25, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
wed26feb11:30 amwed12:30 pmTrivia Group - In-Person and Zoom
Event Details
Are you ready for fun, laughter, and a little friendly competition? Our brand new Trivia Group is the perfect way to test your knowledge, make new friends, and enjoy an
Event Details
Are you ready for fun, laughter, and a little friendly competition? Our brand new Trivia Group is the perfect way to test your knowledge, make new friends, and enjoy an exciting hour of brain-teasing questions.
The fee is $30 for 3 events.
Wednesdays: January 15, February 26 and March 12 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
Minimum enrollment: 5, In-Person and Zoom
Location: Zoom or CIF office at 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Should you have any questions, please call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
February 26, 2025 11:30 am - 12:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
wed26feb1:00 pmwed2:00 pmSocial Hour - Wednesday - Zoom
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await. This activity is FREE. The group will
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await.
This activity is FREE.
The group will meet on Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, and 29, February 5, 12, 19, and 26, and March 5, 12, 19, and 26 via Zoom from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.
Time
February 26, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
thu27feb7:00 pmthu8:30 pmArt Club - In Person
Event Details
Join accomplished artist Traci Laffey, who will coach you to channel your inner creativity. The activities will range from viewing and discussing art to engaging in hands-on, creative projects. You will
Event Details
Join accomplished artist Traci Laffey, who will coach you to channel your inner creativity. The activities will range from viewing and discussing art to engaging in hands-on, creative projects.
You will be presented with a theme of art exploration and will have the opportunity to display your interpretation of that theme followed by an explanation of your piece. All art materials will be provided by CIF.
We will meet at the CIF offices, 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201. Thursdays: January 16 and 30, February 6 and 27, and March 6 and 13. Sessions will be from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm.
Time
February 27, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Noyes Cultural Center
927 Noyes St.
fri28feb3:45 amfri4:45 amComic Book Club - In person and on Zoom
Event Details
Comic Book Club, where the comics come alive! We will work with facilitators Jake and Joanna to choose which comics to explore. We will read the comics together
Event Details
Comic Book Club, where the comics come alive! We will work with facilitators Jake and Joanna to choose which comics to explore. We will read the comics together at each gathering.
Location: Zoom or CIF office, 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201.
$45 for 3 events.
Fridays: January 17, February 28, and March 21 from 3:45 to 4:45 PM.
Minimum enrollment: 5
Time
February 28, 2025 3:45 am - 4:45 am(GMT-06:00)
Location
CIF office
1015 Davis Street
fri28feb10:30 pmfri11:30 pmFriday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee. The activity is free. The group
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee.
The activity is free.
The group will meet on Fridays: January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, February 7, 14, 21, and 28, and March 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 10:30 to 11:30 am.
Location: 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
February 28, 2025 10:30 pm - 11:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
March 2025
sun02mar11:00 amsun12:00 pmBingo - Sundays - Zoom
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each event.
The fee is $144 for 12 events.
Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Should you have any questions, please call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
March 2, 2025 11:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
sun02mar12:30 pmsun2:00 pmMusic Sharing Group - Zoom
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please join Jeff for these events. It will be a blast!!!
The fee is $156 for 13 events.
The group will meet on Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 12:30 to 2:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Time
March 2, 2025 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
mon03mar4:00 pmmon5:00 pmYoga - Monday - In Person & Zoom
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use.
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use. Please check in at the front desk if you attend class at the club.
Location: Zoom or the Evanston Athletic Club, 1723 Benson St, Evanston.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 19, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Time
March 3, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Evanston Athletic Club and Zoom
1723 Benson Ave
mon03mar5:00 pmmon6:30 pmBook Club - Zoom
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group.
Our next title will be BY ANY OTHER NAME by Jodi Picoult.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 20, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, and March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM.
Time
March 3, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
tue04mar3:00 pmtue4:00 pmTuesday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo! The group will meet
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo!
The group will meet on Tuesdays: January 7, 14, 21, and 28, February 4, 11, 18, and 25, and March 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 3:00 to 4:00 PM.
The location is 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL.
This activity is FREE.
Time
March 4, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
wed05mar1:00 pmwed2:00 pmSocial Hour - Wednesday - Zoom
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await. This activity is FREE. The group will
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await.
This activity is FREE.
The group will meet on Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, and 29, February 5, 12, 19, and 26, and March 5, 12, 19, and 26 via Zoom from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.
Time
March 5, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
thu06mar11:00 amthu1:00 pmCooking Club - In-person
Event Details
Join CIF staff to cook lunch and bake a dessert together! When the cooking is done we will share our wonderful meal, clean up and hang out together!
Event Details
Join CIF staff to cook lunch and bake a dessert together! When the cooking is done we will share our wonderful meal, clean up and hang out together!
Location: HUB 930, 930 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL, 60202. Please enter through the gate on the side of the building.
$150 for 6 events
The group will meet on Thursdays: January 16 and 30, February 6 and 20, and March 6 and 20 from 11:00 am to 1:00.
Minimum Enrollment: 7. Maximum Enrollment: 10
Time
March 6, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
HUB 930
930 Chicago Ave.
thu06mar7:00 pmthu8:30 pmArt Club - In Person
Event Details
Join accomplished artist Traci Laffey, who will coach you to channel your inner creativity. The activities will range from viewing and discussing art to engaging in hands-on, creative projects. You will
Event Details
Join accomplished artist Traci Laffey, who will coach you to channel your inner creativity. The activities will range from viewing and discussing art to engaging in hands-on, creative projects.
You will be presented with a theme of art exploration and will have the opportunity to display your interpretation of that theme followed by an explanation of your piece. All art materials will be provided by CIF.
We will meet at the CIF offices, 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201. Thursdays: January 16 and 30, February 6 and 27, and March 6 and 13. Sessions will be from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm.
Time
March 6, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Noyes Cultural Center
927 Noyes St.
fri07mar4:00 pmfri5:00 pmMusical Theater Appreciation - Zoom
Event Details
This group will be led by professional live musical theater actor, Jacob Hoffman and a staff member. “Each class, we will spend time celebrating and learning more about America’s greatest
Event Details
This group will be led by professional live musical theater actor, Jacob Hoffman and a staff member. “Each class, we will spend time celebrating and learning more about America’s greatest invention: Musical Theater.
Participants will explore musicals and their connection to other forms of entertainment. How does the Wizard of Oz influence its modern sibling, The Wiz? How do modern movie musicals borrow from their live counterparts? We will travel from musical theater’s infancy in the 1940s all the way to today’s hits, with fun trivia, guest appearances, and scene study sprinkled in along the way.
Writing exercises, small group sharing, in-session viewings, and Zoom sing-a-longs will make for a time you won’t soon forget!” Jacob
Please note the new time – 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Fridays, January 10, 24, and 31, February 7, 14, and 21, and March 7, 14, and 28.
The fee is $180 for 9 events.
Minimum enrollment: 7
Time
March 7, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom
fri07mar10:30 pmfri11:30 pmFriday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee. The activity is free. The group
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee.
The activity is free.
The group will meet on Fridays: January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, February 7, 14, 21, and 28, and March 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 10:30 to 11:30 am.
Location: 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
March 7, 2025 10:30 pm - 11:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
sat08mar3:00 pmsat5:30 pmHeARTwords Workshop - Zoom
Event Details
HeARTwords is a creative writing workshop facilitated by Joe Jackson and Paul Fields. HeARTwords is a safe space to express your emotions, thoughts, stories, etc. in a variety of formats.
Event Details
HeARTwords is a creative writing workshop facilitated by Joe Jackson and Paul Fields. HeARTwords is a safe space to express your emotions, thoughts, stories, etc. in a variety of formats. Be the ART. A playground for the mind, a sanctuary for the heart.
Please note that the group will not meet in January.
The fee is $60 for 4 events.
Saturdays: February 8 and 22, March 8 and 22 from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM.
Questions? Call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
March 8, 2025 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
sun09mar11:00 amsun12:00 pmBingo - Sundays - Zoom
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each event.
The fee is $144 for 12 events.
Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Should you have any questions, please call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
March 9, 2025 11:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
sun09mar12:30 pmsun2:00 pmMusic Sharing Group - Zoom
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please join Jeff for these events. It will be a blast!!!
The fee is $156 for 13 events.
The group will meet on Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 12:30 to 2:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Time
March 9, 2025 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
mon10mar4:00 pmmon5:00 pmYoga - Monday - In Person & Zoom
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use.
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use. Please check in at the front desk if you attend class at the club.
Location: Zoom or the Evanston Athletic Club, 1723 Benson St, Evanston.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 19, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Time
March 10, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Evanston Athletic Club and Zoom
1723 Benson Ave
mon10mar5:00 pmmon6:30 pmBook Club - Zoom
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group.
Our next title will be BY ANY OTHER NAME by Jodi Picoult.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 20, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, and March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM.
Time
March 10, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
tue11mar3:00 pmtue4:00 pmTuesday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo! The group will meet
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo!
The group will meet on Tuesdays: January 7, 14, 21, and 28, February 4, 11, 18, and 25, and March 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 3:00 to 4:00 PM.
The location is 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL.
This activity is FREE.
Time
March 11, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
wed12mar11:30 amwed12:30 pmTrivia Group - In-Person and Zoom
Event Details
Are you ready for fun, laughter, and a little friendly competition? Our brand new Trivia Group is the perfect way to test your knowledge, make new friends, and enjoy an
Event Details
Are you ready for fun, laughter, and a little friendly competition? Our brand new Trivia Group is the perfect way to test your knowledge, make new friends, and enjoy an exciting hour of brain-teasing questions.
The fee is $30 for 3 events.
Wednesdays: January 15, February 26 and March 12 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
Minimum enrollment: 5, In-Person and Zoom
Location: Zoom or CIF office at 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Should you have any questions, please call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
March 12, 2025 11:30 am - 12:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
wed12mar1:00 pmwed2:00 pmSocial Hour - Wednesday - Zoom
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await. This activity is FREE. The group will
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await.
This activity is FREE.
The group will meet on Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, and 29, February 5, 12, 19, and 26, and March 5, 12, 19, and 26 via Zoom from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.
Time
March 12, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
thu13mar7:00 pmthu8:30 pmArt Club - In Person
Event Details
Join accomplished artist Traci Laffey, who will coach you to channel your inner creativity. The activities will range from viewing and discussing art to engaging in hands-on, creative projects. You will
Event Details
Join accomplished artist Traci Laffey, who will coach you to channel your inner creativity. The activities will range from viewing and discussing art to engaging in hands-on, creative projects.
You will be presented with a theme of art exploration and will have the opportunity to display your interpretation of that theme followed by an explanation of your piece. All art materials will be provided by CIF.
We will meet at the CIF offices, 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201. Thursdays: January 16 and 30, February 6 and 27, and March 6 and 13. Sessions will be from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm.
Time
March 13, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Noyes Cultural Center
927 Noyes St.
fri14mar4:00 pmfri5:00 pmMusical Theater Appreciation - Zoom
Event Details
This group will be led by professional live musical theater actor, Jacob Hoffman and a staff member. “Each class, we will spend time celebrating and learning more about America’s greatest
Event Details
This group will be led by professional live musical theater actor, Jacob Hoffman and a staff member. “Each class, we will spend time celebrating and learning more about America’s greatest invention: Musical Theater.
Participants will explore musicals and their connection to other forms of entertainment. How does the Wizard of Oz influence its modern sibling, The Wiz? How do modern movie musicals borrow from their live counterparts? We will travel from musical theater’s infancy in the 1940s all the way to today’s hits, with fun trivia, guest appearances, and scene study sprinkled in along the way.
Writing exercises, small group sharing, in-session viewings, and Zoom sing-a-longs will make for a time you won’t soon forget!” Jacob
Please note the new time – 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Fridays, January 10, 24, and 31, February 7, 14, and 21, and March 7, 14, and 28.
The fee is $180 for 9 events.
Minimum enrollment: 7
Time
March 14, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom
fri14mar10:30 pmfri11:30 pmFriday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee. The activity is free. The group
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee.
The activity is free.
The group will meet on Fridays: January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, February 7, 14, 21, and 28, and March 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 10:30 to 11:30 am.
Location: 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
March 14, 2025 10:30 pm - 11:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
sun16mar11:00 amsun12:00 pmBingo - Sundays - Zoom
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each event.
The fee is $144 for 12 events.
Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Should you have any questions, please call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
March 16, 2025 11:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
sun16mar12:30 pmsun2:00 pmMusic Sharing Group - Zoom
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please join Jeff for these events. It will be a blast!!!
The fee is $156 for 13 events.
The group will meet on Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 12:30 to 2:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Time
March 16, 2025 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
mon17mar4:00 pmmon5:00 pmYoga - Monday - In Person & Zoom
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use.
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use. Please check in at the front desk if you attend class at the club.
Location: Zoom or the Evanston Athletic Club, 1723 Benson St, Evanston.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 19, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Time
March 17, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Evanston Athletic Club and Zoom
1723 Benson Ave
mon17mar5:00 pmmon6:30 pmBook Club - Zoom
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group.
Our next title will be BY ANY OTHER NAME by Jodi Picoult.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 20, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, and March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM.
Time
March 17, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
mon17mar6:45 pmmon9:00 pmSt. Patrick's Day Movie - In-Person
Event Details
Join us for a fun evening of Irish humor and camaraderie as we watch the beloved comedy “Sing Street”! Come laugh and cheer as we watch a young lad try
Event Details
Join us for a fun evening of Irish humor and camaraderie as we watch the beloved comedy “Sing Street”! Come laugh and cheer as we watch a young lad try to catch the attention of a girl by starting a rock band!
Come dressed in your favorite green attire and enjoy some Irish-themed snacks as we embrace the festive Irish spirit! It’s the perfect way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with friends and good cheer!
Please bring a treat to share with the group.
Tickets are $10.
The group will meet on March 17 from 6:45 to 8:30 PM.
Location: CIF Office – 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
March 17, 2025 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
CIF office
1015 Davis Street
tue18mar3:00 pmtue4:00 pmTuesday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo! The group will meet
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo!
The group will meet on Tuesdays: January 7, 14, 21, and 28, February 4, 11, 18, and 25, and March 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 3:00 to 4:00 PM.
The location is 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL.
This activity is FREE.
Time
March 18, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
wed19mar1:00 pmwed2:00 pmSocial Hour - Wednesday - Zoom
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await. This activity is FREE. The group will
Event Details
Looking for a chance to relax and laugh with others? Come to Social Hour on Zoom, where good vibes and great conversations await.
This activity is FREE.
The group will meet on Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, and 29, February 5, 12, 19, and 26, and March 5, 12, 19, and 26 via Zoom from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.
Time
March 19, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CST(GMT-06:00)
thu20mar11:00 amthu1:00 pmCooking Club - In-person
Event Details
Join CIF staff to cook lunch and bake a dessert together! When the cooking is done we will share our wonderful meal, clean up and hang out together!
Event Details
Join CIF staff to cook lunch and bake a dessert together! When the cooking is done we will share our wonderful meal, clean up and hang out together!
Location: HUB 930, 930 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL, 60202. Please enter through the gate on the side of the building.
$150 for 6 events
The group will meet on Thursdays: January 16 and 30, February 6 and 20, and March 6 and 20 from 11:00 am to 1:00.
Minimum Enrollment: 7. Maximum Enrollment: 10
Time
March 20, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
HUB 930
930 Chicago Ave.
thu20mar5:00 pmthu7:00 pmAnime Club - In-Person and Zoom
Event Details
Join us in watching and discussing Japanese productions called Anime. Facilitator Sheila Serota supports the group in choosing which series to view together. The fee is $45 for 3 events. Thursdays: January
Event Details
Join us in watching and discussing Japanese productions called Anime. Facilitator Sheila Serota supports the group in choosing which series to view together.
The fee is $45 for 3 events.
Thursdays: January 23, February 20, and March 20 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.
Minimum enrollment: 5, In-Person and Zoom
Location: Zoom or the CIF office at 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Should you have any questions, please call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
March 20, 2025 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
fri21mar3:45 amfri4:45 amComic Book Club - In person and on Zoom
Event Details
Comic Book Club, where the comics come alive! We will work with facilitators Jake and Joanna to choose which comics to explore. We will read the comics together
Event Details
Comic Book Club, where the comics come alive! We will work with facilitators Jake and Joanna to choose which comics to explore. We will read the comics together at each gathering.
Location: Zoom or CIF office, 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201.
$45 for 3 events.
Fridays: January 17, February 28, and March 21 from 3:45 to 4:45 PM.
Minimum enrollment: 5
Time
March 21, 2025 3:45 am - 4:45 am(GMT-06:00)
Location
CIF office
1015 Davis Street
fri21mar10:30 pmfri11:30 pmFriday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee. The activity is free. The group
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games such as Uno or Yahtzee.
The activity is free.
The group will meet on Fridays: January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, February 7, 14, 21, and 28, and March 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 10:30 to 11:30 am.
Location: 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
March 21, 2025 10:30 pm - 11:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
sat22mar3:00 pmsat5:30 pmHeARTwords Workshop - Zoom
Event Details
HeARTwords is a creative writing workshop facilitated by Joe Jackson and Paul Fields. HeARTwords is a safe space to express your emotions, thoughts, stories, etc. in a variety of formats.
Event Details
HeARTwords is a creative writing workshop facilitated by Joe Jackson and Paul Fields. HeARTwords is a safe space to express your emotions, thoughts, stories, etc. in a variety of formats. Be the ART. A playground for the mind, a sanctuary for the heart.
Please note that the group will not meet in January.
The fee is $60 for 4 events.
Saturdays: February 8 and 22, March 8 and 22 from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM.
Questions? Call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
March 22, 2025 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
sun23mar11:00 amsun12:00 pmBingo - Sundays - Zoom
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each
Event Details
Join us for fun-filled Bingo with friends! You could be a lucky bingo winner! Everyone registered will be emailed a link to their bingo card at the beginning of each event.
The fee is $144 for 12 events.
Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Should you have any questions, please call Jeff at (224) 545-3925.
Time
March 23, 2025 11:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
sun23mar12:30 pmsun2:00 pmMusic Sharing Group - Zoom
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please
Event Details
We will share our favorite music with each other! This group is an excellent opportunity to find new music to love! All genres of music are welcome. Please join Jeff for these events. It will be a blast!!!
The fee is $156 for 13 events.
The group will meet on Sundays: January 5, 12, 19, and 26, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, and March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 12:30 to 2:00 PM.
The minimum enrollment for this activity is 5.
Time
March 23, 2025 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting
mon24mar4:00 pmmon5:00 pmYoga - Monday - In Person & Zoom
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use.
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use. Please check in at the front desk if you attend class at the club.
Location: Zoom or the Evanston Athletic Club, 1723 Benson St, Evanston.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 19, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Time
March 24, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Evanston Athletic Club and Zoom
1723 Benson Ave
mon24mar5:00 pmmon6:30 pmBook Club - Zoom
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer
Event Details
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club. The Library staff will be facilitating the Book Club. Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group.
Our next title will be BY ANY OTHER NAME by Jodi Picoult.
Mondays: January 6, 13, 20, and 27, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, and March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM.
Time
March 24, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
Zoom Meeting