Name: Hygge: Scandinavia's Answer to Calm Amid Chaos
Start: 2026-01-13T13:00:00-06:00
Location: North Shore Senior Center

North Shore Senior Center

Hygge (pronounced "hoo-ga") is a Scandinavian word that captures a feeling of content, calm, comfortable, and cozy. Jan Peterson Hincapie describes Hygge and ways you can incorporate it into your daily life. Always ranked at the top of the world for happiness and quality of life, Scandinavians consider this a necessity rather than a luxury. Hygge encapsulates everything wonderful about Nordic living. Engage in self-care and experience greater joy by creating some Hygge in your life. IN PERSONNSSC Members $29 / Non-Members $35

Local Event: Hygge: Scandinavia's Answer to Calm Amid Chaos

Cook County

Eric DeGrechie

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Northbrook

Illinois

Hygge: Scandinavia's Answer to Calm Amid Chaos

Hygge (pronounced "hoo-ga") is a Scandinavian word that captures a feeling of content, calm, comfortable, and cozy. Jan...

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Can you imagine the world&nbsp;without "Imagine?" The 10-year period from the Beatles break up in 1970 to Lennon's tragic murder in 1980 was a fascinating period of successes and failures for the ex-Beatle. Gary Wenstrup explores Lennon's music from "Imagine" to "Just Like Starting Over," his controversial immigration struggle, his wild lost weekend, and the quiet househusband years culminating with the release of his final album, Double Fantasy. &nbsp;NSSC Members $15 / Non-Members $20

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Take on the challenge of sculpting in three dimensions. Howard Sandroff helps you with the engineering principles to make sure the sculpture can stand, as well as teach you about making a sculpture that is viewable from all directions. Learn how to cultivate depth using two-dimensional material to make abstract constructions using foam core board and a hot glue gun. Supplies will be furnished, but student needs to bring an Exacto knife or box cutter with new, sharp blades.NSSC Members $25 / Non-Members $302 X&nbsp; Jan 13 &amp; Jan 20IN&nbsp;PERSON

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The evolution of Broadway in Edgewater reflected its evolution from a quiet residential street, formerly known&nbsp;as Evanston Avenue, to a booming commercial district known as the North Side Motor Row. It was also where a wide array of beautiful commercial and residential buildings was constructed. Many of these architectural gems are still standing today, such as the opulent Riviera Motors Building. John Holden provides a visual tour of many of the unsung heroes of Chicago's City Beautiful Movement. Many will remember the prominence of this special north side street.&nbsp;NSSC Members $15 / Non-Members $20

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Across Chicago&rsquo;s North Shore, homeowners in communities like Glenview and Northbrook are rethinking how they manage their time at home. As schedules get busier, professional home cleaning is becoming less of a luxury&mdash;and more of a practical solution.
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<h3>Consistency Over Occasional Cleaning</h3>
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<h3>Trust and Standards Matter</h3>
Inviting a cleaning service into your home requires trust. Reputable companies emphasize training, accountability, and clear service standards so homeowners know exactly what to expect every visit.
<h3>Serving Glenview, Des Plaines &amp; the North Shore</h3>
To meet growing demand, <a href="https://realcleaningsolutions.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Real Cleaning Solutions</a> has launched professional residential cleaning services throughout Glenview, Des Plaines, and Chicago&rsquo;s North Shore, focusing on dependable, detail-driven service for homeowners who value quality and consistency.
As more residents look for smarter ways to manage their homes, professional cleaning continues to become part of modern North Shore living.
<a href="https://realcleaningsolutions.com/contact/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Contact Real&nbsp;Cleaning Solutions</a>
(847) 216-4130

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After 35 years of providing chiropractic care, Dr. Mitchell Katz 210 Skokie Valley Rd, Suite 7 Highland Park is closing his practice effective January 25, 2026. All records can be obtained at any time by contacting McNulty Chiropractic at 847-831-5252. Dr. Thomas McNulty will continue to provide care to all patients. Thank you very much for your trust and patronage over all these years.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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Featured in the Telepathy Tapes podcast.  Mindsee.It is a quick and mind-blowing tutoring program for children that teaches them to see through a blindfold - really!    

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New York City Metropolitan Area

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Sports Acupuncturist

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Yana's Barbershop and Speakeasy 

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America's #1 Luxury Pet Resort is Now Open in Deerfield.

K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel Deerfield

Dog parents, rejoice: Chicagoland’s canine community has a new favorite place to stay and play. K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel recently opened its first Illinois location in Deerfield, bringing award-winning pet care and resort-style amenities to the North Shore. With a 20-year track record of excellence and locations in 28 states and growing, K9 Resorts has earned its reputation as the most awarded pet care brand in the country. Designed with dogs (and their humans) in mind, K9 Resorts combines comfort, cleanliness, and professionalism to create a one-of-a-kind experience. Whether you're heading out of town or just need reliable weekday daycare, you’ll find peace of mind knowing your pet is cared for like family. The K9 Experience includes: • Luxury dog boarding and daycare, 365 days a year • Spacious, cage-free suites with premium beds • Indoor and outdoor play yards for safe, supervised fun • Hospital-grade cleaning protocols • A professionally trained staff that treats every guest like their own • Five-star customer service from start to finish Every detail of the Deerfield resort is tailored to create a stress-free, tail-wagging environment for your pet. No cages. No chaos. Just happy dogs and happy dog parents. Tours are available, and first-time guests are always welcome. To learn more or book a stay, visit k9resorts.com.

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