Here we are, almost able to say good-bye to February 2016! For a short month it sure feels long. Cabin fever becomes a common topic for all of us. This month Birch Grove Community Center was able to provide additional services for those needing help or a friendly place to visit. The free tax aide program is available every Thursday... READ MORE >
It has been a busy month at Birch Grove Community Center. We have been trying to incorporate new activities to fill up some of those cold winter hours. On Tuesdays there is open gym pickle ball from 9 a.m. – 11a.m., always lots of laughter and good exercise. This game is played somewhat like tennis, instead of a racket and... READ MORE >
December 2015 is hereand almost gone, it came in so slowand didn’t last long. This month has beenjoyously very productive, Cook County heartshave been happy to give. The positive energy surrounding our Birch Grove Community Center is growing. There has been renewed interest and participation. My goal is to establish programs to bring a variety of people into this wonderful... READ MORE >
Here’s some news from the “Birch Grove Card Lady,” Lavona Czaplicki: The Birch Grove Card Making group started many years ago with Cindy Gilbertson being our Stampin’ Up demonstrator. Our group used to meet either at the Schroeder Town Hall or in private homes. We found that we liked the Birch Grove facility to have our group meet because it... READ MORE >
