Special Events
Don ’ t miss out on our fabulous upcoming special events ! To register , call 847-234-2209 or email dhall @ cityoflakeforest . com .
Fort Sheridan : Planning , Design & Its First Buildings
Thursday , November 10 , Noon , Luncheon $ 20 /$ 25 Non-Members , Veterans join us for Free ! Registration is required and due by Monday , November 7 This program focuses on the land purchase , design , and early plans for the Fort . It includes information about the architects and early drawings of buildings that were NOT constructed due to limited funding . Join us for this iconic lecture from author Julia Johnas after a brief display of appreciation of our Veterans in attendance .
Thanksgiving Luncheon
Thursday , November 17 , Noon , Luncheon , $ 20 / 30 Non-Members Registration is required and due by Monday , November 14 We all have a lot to be thankful for , so let ’ s enjoy a meal together with all our favorite Thanksgiving treats including roast turkey and all the trimmings ! Then we ’ ll sit back and be entertained by the upbeat group of singers and dancers - The Musical Revue ! Reminisce with a wide selection of music from the Big Band era . Invite your friends and neighbors to enjoy this special celebration .
Tree Lighting Party
Friday , December 2 , 1:00 pm , FREE , Members Only Registration is required and due by Tuesday , November 29 It ’ s that time of year again ! Come help decorate the tree , gather with friends , play some bingo and sing some holiday songs . The festivities will have all the season ’ s favorite treats - hot cocoa , coffee , cookies , and other sweet treats ! We ’ ll wrap up the afternoon with a few games of bingo !
Holiday Party
Thursday , December 15 , Noon , Luncheon , $ 20 /$ 30 Non-Members Registration is required and due by Monday , December 12 Happy Holidays ! It ’ s time to share some holiday joy with your friends at Dickinson Hall . Have a glass of wine and appetizers , followed by a delicious luncheon and dessert . We ’ ll welcome authentic carolers to entertain us after lunch . If it is not already on your calendar , make this event an annual one for you , your friends and neighbors !
New Year ’ s Eve Champagne Brunch
Friday , December 30 , 11:00 am , Brunch , $ 20 /$ 30 Non-Members Registration is required and due by Thursday , December 22 Come to Dickinson Hall to “ Ring in the New Year ” with a glass of champagne and a delicious brunch as we count down to 12 o ’ clock noon on nearly the last day of 2022 ! We will be welcoming Leslie Beukelman and her jazz band will ring in the “ Noon Year ” with the classic Auld Lang Syne . The trio is ready to get us in the mood to send out the old and bring in the new ! Out with 2022 ! Welcome 2023 !
Manager ’ s Note
“ When it comes to life the critical thing is whether you take things for granted or take them with gratitude .” G . K . Chesterton
As another year draws to a close most of you will be in the midst of preparations for this festive season . This very special time of the year gives people a break from the hustle and bustle of our everyday schedules . It provides many of us with some quality time to enjoy the company of family and friends that is all too often absent the rest of the year . I urge everyone to reflect on these special moments and savor the relationships that we have tried so hard to cultivate over the years .
2022 , without a doubt , has been one of the most exciting years for me . First and foremost , I welcomed another grandson , Calvin James . As far as Dickinson Hall excitement , we completed the renovation of the kitchen , welcomed two new additions to the staff , Lisa and Jennifer , and welcomed back Program Supervisor , Katie .
I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the staff at Dickinson Hall for the tremendous effort they put in day in and day out to make sure that our members are well looked after . Many of you do not see all the demands placed on our staff , but their work is greatly appreciated . To the Lake Forest / Lake Bluff Senior Resources Board and the Senior Resources Commission members , I thank them for their dedication to the success of Dickinson Hall and the many hours of volunteer time to make sure our members are provided with opportunities to continue learning , to network and socialize with other members . Lastly , to you , the members , my sincere appreciation for your support of Dickinson Hall and the pride you demonstrate at being members of this great institute .
On behalf of the staff and myself , we hope this holiday season is an exceptionally good and safe one and that the New Year brings you much health , happiness , and prosperity .
Tricia
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