Knitting can be a relaxing hobby that reduces stress and keeps one centered in the present moment. Whether you’ve never held knitting needles before or want to refresh your skills, drop in anytime between 10:00 am – 12:00 pm and join other participants who enjoy the art of knitting. No experience is necessary, all levels […]
Reiki with Laura. In this class, you will experience Reiki energy through a guided group healing meditation and breathwork, to help reduce stress, promote relaxation and support your healing journey. It is recommended that you join from a quiet room where you'll have a place to recline and feel safe to relax and rest deeply. Presented by […]
Creative and journalistic writing can both heal and calm the mind. As you explore new possibilities and realities by putting pen to paper, you are free to be as goofy or serious as you would like to be while improving this craft and your communicative abilities. Through the bi-weekly Writing Lab, you will be asked […]
In this class, participants will be guided through a variety of research-based stress reduction strategies. Each week, there will be a focus on different tools and techniques including progressive muscle relaxation, guided imagery, breathing, meditation, and various mindfulness exercises. Presented by: Jake Seiden, Graduate Intern CLICK HERE to login to the class via Zoom […]
This gentle class is designed for cancer survivor/patient yoga students of all levels. Focus is on quiet stillness, strength, flexibility, alignment and balance. Each class will lead you through a harmonizing practice that releases tension and leaves you feeling refreshed and calm. This class is offered both virtually through Zoom and In-Person at Advocate Lutheran […]
Chair Yoga - Tuesdays with Bhavisha Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be practiced while sitting on a chair or using a chair for support during standing poses. It is suitable for people with balance or coordination issues. Chair yoga helps increase flexibility, lung capacity, circulation, concentration, and strength, while boosting […]
In this 6-week foundations series, we will engage in evidence-based practices to learn how to incorporate mindfulness into our daily lives through formal and informal mindfulness practice. This class is for beginners and those wishing to renew or deepen their practice in community. Each 75-minute class will include an introduction to specific mindfulness practices, a […]
Join other participants every week for a game of Canasta, whichever version you play, come together to have some fun! Playing card games like Canasta can improve cognitive functioning and memory. Some previous experience required. Card decks will be provided. Please call 847-509-9595 to register for this ongoing group .
Join us for a 4 week session to learn American Canasta, a fun and versatile card game. Playing card games, like Canasta, can help improve cognitive functioning and memory. Card decks will be provided. No prior experience necessary. Program Dates: October 8, 15, 22, 29 RSVP below to attend in-person. Limit of 12 participants. Please […]
In this 10-week course, we will engage in evidence-based mindfulness practices to learn how to incorporate the nine attitudes of mindfulness into our daily lives through formal and informal practice. This class is for beginners and those wishing to renew or deepen their practice in community. Each 60- minute class will include a mindfulness practice […]
