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Events
Meeting dates, classes, and upcoming club events
Use this page when you need the current date, time, map link, and upcoming schedule for monthly meetings, classes, open shop, and other club events.
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Usual meeting location
Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 West Central Road, Arlington Heights, Illinois.
When to arrive
Mentoring usually starts at 6:00 PM. The regular monthly meeting typically begins at 7:00 PM.
Who can attend
Visitors are welcome. Come to a meeting first if you want to get a feel for the club before joining.
First visit
If this is your first visit
Most first visits are simple: come by, watch the demo, and leave a little time to talk with members before or after the program.
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Come a little early
Mentoring usually starts at 6:00 PM and the regular meeting usually begins at 7:00 PM. Coming early gives you time to look around and talk with people before the program starts.
What most nights include
Most meetings include a demonstration, club announcements, instant gallery critique, and a fair amount of conversation before and after the formal program.
Questions before or after
Visitors are welcome. If you decide to join, Membership has the form and dues. If you would rather ask first, Contact is the right place to start.
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Classes
Classes and open shop
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Special events
Outreach, partner events, and other special dates
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Turn On! Chicago
Turn On! Chicago on the calendar
Turn On! Chicago 2026
The symposium runs July 30-August 2, 2026 at the Hilton Chicago-Northbrook. The Turn On! page has the overview, and the official site has registration and hotel information.
Why it matters to the club
Turn On! Chicago brings demonstrators, vendors, and members together for a major symposium weekend on the club calendar.
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