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Kim will provide an overview of the book, Safe Landing, by Melody Smith, Kim Jockl, and Jim Borchers.
This book tells the incredible journey of three siblings over the last 40+ years grieving their parents' sudden loss, coming together as a family, and working hard to honor the lives of all 273 lost on Flight 191. It's an inspirational Chicago story about love, family, and how tragedy gets a big word, but it never gets the final word. Q&A to follow. Hybrid Meeting, in person at 20 Harbor Dr. Wilmette, IL 60091 or on Zoom
Rich will provide an update on Operation Warm and our local plans in 2022. Hybrid Meeting, in person at 20 Harbor Dr. Wilmette, IL 60091 or on Zoom.
Greg Simetz is the Community Outreach Director for Meals on Wheels Northeastern Illinois . Maxine Patronik is the Volunteer Coordinator. They will speak about this organizations operation including the broad reach of the area they serve.
Drinks, pizza, ice cream, and conversation. Guests are welcome!
July 26, 2022 -- Guest Speaker, Heidi Voorhees
Heidi Voorhees provided a detailed presentation on The Great Resignation and how it is impacting employers, employees and restructuring the workplace. 
July 20, 2022 -- Guest Speaker, Nora Kusaka with Engineers Without Borders
Engineers Without Borders—Chicagoland Professional Chapter will be presenting on the ongoing projects the chapter is working on and will highlight our recent successful implementation of the water and sanitation projects with the Wema Children’s Centre in Kenya, and the second phase of the work that is to follow.
Artist and activist Tonika Johnson will join us via Zoom to tell the story of her highly acclaimed Folded Map Project, which began as an art project and transformed into a bridge between neighborhoods and an advocacy tool. The Project began as a photo series that "used the City of Chicago's grid system to identify and capture residences at corresponding addresses on the North and South Side in order to explore the visual legacies of segregation, socioeconomic disparities and racial discrimination."
"Folded Map began as an art project, but has become my way of combating social injustice," she said. "Ultimately, I want Folded Map to help us heal and get to know each other so that we can tear down the racist walls that divide us." Tonika will share how our North Suburban community can use the resources of the Folded Map Project to deepen our understanding and make vital connections with our neighbors across the city.
www.foldedmapproject.com
Last Wednesday's evening social event was a great way to start the month. It was a beautiful night at the harbor. We enjoyed good food and great company. Guests are always welcome.