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Upcoming CGCC Events

    • September 14, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • The Parched Pug, 1590 Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville
    Register

    THIS EVENT HAS BEEN MOVED TO SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

    Come meet with other parents and kids to talk and play games during our monthly Family Game Night! Games are free on Sundays and choose any of the games from 200+ board game library. Join us at The Parched Pug in Libertyville for food, drinks, and games while the parents connect, and the kids enjoy time together playing games.

    Please register so that we can reserve adequate space for the group. This event is "free" as everyone will pay their own bill at the end of the evening. There are no drop offs and a parent or guardian must accompany their child during the length of the event.  If your plans change after registration, please kindly respond to the confirmation email so we can adjust our arrangements.

    Please note that by attending this event, you confirm that you will assume all the risk to yourself and your family related to coronavirus.

    The Parched Pug: An Upscale Gastropub & Gamery in Libertyville, IL

    • September 17, 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Come share your journey with other parents in this monthly discussion group facilitated by CGCC Board members.

    • September 18, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
    • The Zone 1500 E Euclid Ave Mount Prospect, IL 60056

    Home School Parkour  
    Challenge your minds at home, then challenge yourself physically with Parkour! Students using this class to substitute a regular P.E. class will get a full body work out consisting of Level 1 Parkour skills using obstacle courses. Students will gain strength, endurance, speed, agility, flexibility and confidence in themselves. 

    Fall Session 1 Sep 11-Oct 23
    Fall Session 2 Oct 30-Dec 18

    Age:  7-14yrs      Fee (R/NR) $135/$155

    Information here

    • September 25, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
    • The Zone 1500 E Euclid Ave Mount Prospect, IL 60056

    Home School Parkour  
    Challenge your minds at home, then challenge yourself physically with Parkour! Students using this class to substitute a regular P.E. class will get a full body work out consisting of Level 1 Parkour skills using obstacle courses. Students will gain strength, endurance, speed, agility, flexibility and confidence in themselves. 

    Fall Session 1 Sep 11-Oct 23
    Fall Session 2 Oct 30-Dec 18

    Age:  7-14yrs      Fee (R/NR) $135/$155

    Information here

    • September 25, 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Zoom
    Register

    How can you make a difference for advanced learners, both your own and all of Illinois' students with advanced learning needs? Pam Shaw, CGCC Treasurer and President and Policy and Advocacy Committee Co-Chair for the Illinois Association for Gifted Children, will give an overview of how you can advocate at the school, district, state, and national levels.

    • October 02, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
    • The Zone 1500 E Euclid Ave Mount Prospect, IL 60056

    Home School Parkour  
    Challenge your minds at home, then challenge yourself physically with Parkour! Students using this class to substitute a regular P.E. class will get a full body work out consisting of Level 1 Parkour skills using obstacle courses. Students will gain strength, endurance, speed, agility, flexibility and confidence in themselves. 

    Fall Session 1 Sep 11-Oct 23
    Fall Session 2 Oct 30-Dec 18

    Age:  7-14yrs      Fee (R/NR) $135/$155

    Information here

    • October 02, 2025
    • 7:00 PM
    • Yard House, 950 Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills IL 60061
    Register

    Come meet with other parents of bright, complex kids to share your parenting journeys and provide support to each other. Join us at Yard House for dinner, snacks, or just have something to drink while we connect and enjoy our time together.

    Please register so that we can reserve adequate space for the group. This event is "free" as everyone will pay their own bill at the end of the evening. If your plans change after registration, please kindly respond to the confirmation email so we can adjust our arrangements.



    • October 05, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • The Parched Pug, 1590 Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville
    Register

    Come meet with other parents and kids to talk and play games during our monthly Family Game Night! Games are free on Sundays and choose any of the games from 200+ board game library. Join us at The Parched Pug in Libertyville for food, drinks, and games while the parents connect, and the kids enjoy time together playing games.

    Please register so that we can reserve adequate space for the group. This event is "free" as everyone will pay their own bill at the end of the evening. There are no drop offs and a parent or guardian must accompany their child during the length of the event.  If your plans change after registration, please kindly respond to the confirmation email so we can adjust our arrangements.

    Please note that by attending this event, you confirm that you will assume all the risk to yourself and your family related to coronavirus.

    The Parched Pug: An Upscale Gastropub & Gamery in Libertyville, IL

    • October 09, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
    • The Zone 1500 E Euclid Ave Mount Prospect, IL 60056

    Home School Parkour  
    Challenge your minds at home, then challenge yourself physically with Parkour! Students using this class to substitute a regular P.E. class will get a full body work out consisting of Level 1 Parkour skills using obstacle courses. Students will gain strength, endurance, speed, agility, flexibility and confidence in themselves. 

    Fall Session 1 Sep 11-Oct 23
    Fall Session 2 Oct 30-Dec 18

    Age:  7-14yrs      Fee (R/NR) $135/$155

    Information here

    • October 16, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
    • The Zone 1500 E Euclid Ave Mount Prospect, IL 60056

    Home School Parkour  
    Challenge your minds at home, then challenge yourself physically with Parkour! Students using this class to substitute a regular P.E. class will get a full body work out consisting of Level 1 Parkour skills using obstacle courses. Students will gain strength, endurance, speed, agility, flexibility and confidence in themselves. 

    Fall Session 1 Sep 11-Oct 23
    Fall Session 2 Oct 30-Dec 18

    Age:  7-14yrs      Fee (R/NR) $135/$155

    Information here

    • October 16, 2025
    • 7:00 PM
    • Two Brothers Roundhouse 205 N Broadway St, Aurora, IL
    Register

    Come meet with other parents of bright, complex kids to share your parenting journeys and provide support to each other. Join us at Two Brothers Roundhouse for dinner, snacks, or just have something to drink while we connect and enjoy our time together.

    Please register so that we can reserve adequate space for the group. This event is "free" as everyone will pay their own bill at the end of the evening. If your plans change after registration, please kindly respond to the confirmation email so we can adjust our arrangements.

    Please note that by attending this event, you confirm that you will assume all the risk to yourself and your family related to coronavirus.


    • October 22, 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Come share your journey with other parents in this monthly discussion group facilitated by CGCC Board members.

    • October 23, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
    • The Zone 1500 E Euclid Ave Mount Prospect, IL 60056

    Home School Parkour  
    Challenge your minds at home, then challenge yourself physically with Parkour! Students using this class to substitute a regular P.E. class will get a full body work out consisting of Level 1 Parkour skills using obstacle courses. Students will gain strength, endurance, speed, agility, flexibility and confidence in themselves. 

    Fall Session 1 Sep 11-Oct 23
    Fall Session 2 Oct 30-Dec 18

    Age:  7-14yrs      Fee (R/NR) $135/$155

    Information here

    • November 19, 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Come share your journey with other parents in this monthly discussion group facilitated by CGCC Board members.

    • December 10, 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Come share your journey with other parents in this monthly discussion group facilitated by CGCC Board members.

    • January 14, 2026
    • 7:00 PM
    • Adelle's Kitchen, 535 West Liberty Dr, Wheaton, IL
    Register

    Come meet with other parents of bright, complex kids to share your parenting journeys and provide support to each other. Join us at Adelle's Modern Kitchen for dinner, snacks, or just have something to drink while we connect and enjoy our time together.

    Please register so that we can reserve adequate space for the group. This event is "free" as everyone will pay their own bill at the end of the evening. If your plans change after registration, please kindly respond to the confirmation email so we can adjust our arrangements.

    Please note that by attending this event, you confirm that you will assume all the risk to yourself and your family related to coronavirus.



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