Fall Registration
Registration Process:
1. The Registration link will allow you to register for multiple programs simultaneously (you will check the boxes for ALL of the programs you’d like to register for). This will take about 10 minutes to complete.
2. You will use the same link to register for all of your programs. If you would like to register for additional programs at a later date, please email Teri at trosenberg@totallink2.org, and she will help get you registered.
3. If you register for a program with a waitlist, we will let you know.
4. All families will be invoiced for programs at a later date. You will receive an invoice in your email, at which point you may choose to pay online or via check.
5. Email Madison or Teri with any questions pertaining to registration.
View Complete Program Descriptions
TotalLink Attendance Guidelines
Social & Educational Program Agreement
(digitally signed during the registration process)
Fall Programming Menu
(V) Indicates Virtual Program
Social Programs
Community Life: Featuring Total Bowlers
Make Day & Coffee With Friends Meetup
Guys Night Out
Saturday Social: Featuring Total Video Gamers (V)
Learning Labs
(pairs nicely with WerQ)
Guys Night In
Virtual Guys Night
**Click any link above to go directly to specific program details.
MONDAY
Open Art Studio & Coffee With Friends
This creative and hands-on open art studio is ideal for young adults who want to explore and expand their artistic skills independently. This program focuses on self-directed exploration of art skills and techniques. There is no art lesson in the program, but rather an open space and various supplies for you to create and explore. Bring your art to life, or find your inspiration from exploring the work of other artists, art-based literature, and the support of our facilitator, Joan Martin, and Janice Weinstein.
Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea in the company of your friends and Joan before Open Art Studio. The goal of the program is to develop meaningful relationships in an unstructured but supported setting. Meet at Leonida’s Cafe in downtown Northbrook, then walk over together to TotalLink (rain or shine) for Open Art Studio. The price of your beverage at Leonida’s is not included in the price of the program.
Day of the week: Monday
Time:
Coffee With Friends: 11:15 - 12:15 pm
(the group will walk to TL2C at 12:00 pm)
Open Art Studio: 12:30 - 2:30 PM
Dates:
September: 12, 19
October: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
November: 7, 14, 21, 28
Location:
Coffee With Friends: Leonida’s Cafe (1348 Shermer Rd, Northbrook)
Open Art Studio: TotalLink2 Community (1200 Shermer Rd. Northbrook - Lower Level Break Room)
Fee:
Open Art Studio Only: $300
Both Open Art Studio & Coffee With Friends: $475
If you are interested in only Coffee With Friends, please email Madison at mmcginty@totallink2.org.
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Dinner With Friends
This program is facilitated by Kasey Atkison and meets every Monday of the session. Join us for a virtual Dinner With Friends, where we will enjoy facilitated conversation while eating dinner together via Zoom. Come to the meeting with your meal and be ready to share what you made and something about it. Most of all, be ready for some great dinner conversation!
Day of the week: Monday
Time: 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Dates:
September: 12, 19
October: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
November: 7, 14, 21, 28
Location: Zoom
Fee: $145
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Make Day Meetup & Coffee With Friends Meetup
Join us for a free TotalLink Meetup to create products for our Total Goodness product line! We will spend time chatting, crafting, and enjoying one another's company. More details to come! The facilitator of this program is Joan Martin.
Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea in the company of your friends and a facilitator after our Make Day Meetup. The goal of the program is to develop meaningful relationships in an unstructured but supported setting. After the Make Day, we will walk over to Leonida’s Cafe (rain or shine) in downtown Northbrook. Participants are responsible for purchasing their own beverages.
Day of the week: Monday
Time:
Make Day Meetup: 12:30 - 2:30 PM
Coffee With Friends Meetup: 2:30 - 3:30 PM
(the group will walk over to Leonida’s at 2:30 PM)
Date:
October 17
Location:
Make Day Meetup: Village Church of Northbrook (1300 Shermer Rd.)
Coffee With Friends: Leonida’s Cafe (1348 Shermer Rd, Northbrook)
Price: FREE
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TUESDAY
Accountability Check-In - Virtual
This program is facilitated by Kasey Atkison and meets every Tuesday of the session. Are you looking to set and reach new goals? Would having a team of people support you help you achieve your dreams? This may just be the class for you! In Accountability Check-in, you will learn how to set and reach personal goals with the support of our accountability coach Kasey and a group of your TotalLink peers.
Your goal(s) may focus on health, daily habits, relationships, life skills, or something important to you! Our accountability coach will work with you to set achievable benchmarks and track your progress. At our weekly check-ins, you will report your achievements and be praised by your peers and the accountability coach for your hard work! The group will reach out to each other during the week to provide encouragement and support. This class is a great opportunity to grow as individuals with the caring support of the community.
Day of the week: Tuesday
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Dates:
September: 6, 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22
Location: Zoom
Fee: $250
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Body, Heart, & Mind & Coffee With Friends
This program is taught by Jordan Andrews and E-B Garcias and meets every Tuesday of the session. Body, Heart, & Mind is a safe place to learn about our physical bodies, who we are, and what we believe. We will cover topics on sexual health and reproduction, our physical anatomy, healthy communication, gender identity, developing healthy relationships, body image, physical attraction, consent, sexual harassment, self-advocacy, romantic relationships, etc. This is a space to better understand who we are as people and about relationships (friendships, employer/employee, intimate, etc.). Join us for a time to connect, reflect, and access sexual education topics.
The content of this program will come from the ElevateUs Curriculum, a sexual education curriculum designed for people with developmental disabilities.
Coffee With Friends: Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea in the company of your friends and Jordan before Body, Heart, and Mind. The goal of the program is to develop meaningful relationships in an unstructured but supported setting.
Meet at Leonida’s Cafe in downtown Northbrook, then walk over to TotalLink (rain or shine) for Body, Heart, and Mind together. The price of your beverage at Leonida’s is not included in the price of the program.
Day of the week: Tuesday
Time:
Coffee With Friends: 3:00 - 4:00 pm
(walk to TL2C together at 3:45 pm)
Body, Heart, & Mind: 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Dates:
September: 6, 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22
Location:
Coffee With Friends: Graeter's (1347 Shermer Rd, Northbrook)
Open Art Studio: TotalLink2 Community (1200 Shermer Rd. Northbrook - Lower Level Break Room)
Fee:
Body, Heart, & Mind Only: $530
Both Coffee With Friends & Body, Heart, & Mind: $720
If you are interested in only Coffee With Friends, please email Madison at mmcginty@totallink2.org.
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Community Life: Featuring Total Bowlers
This program will be offered weekly on Tuesdays and will be facilitated by Madison McGinty. Participants will engage in community activities, and on alternating weeks, they will go to Pinstripes to bowl and have a meal together. We will have thoughtful conversations about important topics to you! This may include current events, news, advocacy, etc.
Our Community Life program offers an opportunity for you to spend time in the community with the support of facilitators and volunteers. Young adults will learn how to research, plan, and coordinate attending events with their friends in the community. Events may include concerts at the park or new experiences like spin classes, cooking classes, or work in ceramics. Our goal is to create meaningful connections and empower individuals to immerse themselves in our community. We will discuss and practice the necessary skills needed to attend events and select events or classes that are enjoyable and relevant. This fun program enhances inclusion, independence, and community connection.
Day of the week: Tuesday
Time: 12:30 - 2:30 PM
Dates:
September: 6, 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22
Location:
Varies based on the week
Fee: $505
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WEDNESDAY
ArtLab for EveryONE - Wednesday
This program is facilitated by Kathleen Gallo. This creative and hands-on workshop is ideal for young adults who want to discover and expand their artistic talents and those who already enjoy making art. Inspiration for your art will come from our shared and personal ideas, demonstrations, and exploring the work of other artists. Students will be exposed to a wide range of art mediums.
During in-person ArtLab, we follow all safety guidelines. Click here to learn more about ArtLab-specific guidelines and see how we set up our space.
Day of the week: Wednesday
Time: 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Dates:
September: 7, 14, 21, 28
October: 12, 19, 26
November: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Location:
TotalLink2 Community
1200 Shermer Rd. Northbrook
Lower Level Break Room
Fee: $530
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Total Fitness
Movement, friends, and fun! If you enjoy getting some movement, hanging with friends, and discussing ways to be healthy, join us for our Total Fitness program at Techny Prairie Activity Center!
With the support of a community coach (a TotalLink facilitator), participants will take the W.O.W (Wonderful Overall Workout) class, walk the track, talk about fitness goals, stretch, and debrief together. This program supports participants' well-being and healthy lifestyle while also providing the skills needed to access our community workout facilities independently. The W.O.W class is a low-impact class that focuses on light cardio, strength, and balance work. Participants will pay $12 for the W.O.W class upon arrival.
Day of the week: Wednesday
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Dates:
September: 7, 14, 21, 28
October: 12, 19, 26
November: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Location: Techny Prairie Activity Center
180 Anets Dr. Northbrook
Fee: $190
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Yoga Nidra- Virtual
This program meets every Wednesday of the session and is facilitated by Hope Barnes.
This is a unique Yoga practice focused on breathing, meditation, and awareness. You will need quiet and space to lie down. There are no yoga poses as the whole practice is in Shavasana, a resting position. Yoga Nidra is known to improve the functioning of the nervous system and decrease anxiety and improve your mood.
Day of the week: Wednesday
Time: 8:15 - 9:15 PM
Dates:
September: 7, 14, 21, 28
October: 12, 19, 26
November: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Location: Zoom
Fee: $250
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THURSDAY
ArtLab for Everyone - Thursday
This program is facilitated by Kathleen Gallo. This creative and hands-on workshop is ideal for young adults who want to discover and expand their artistic talents and those who already enjoy making art. Inspiration for your art will come from our shared and personal ideas, demonstrations, and exploring the work of other artists. Students will be exposed to a wide range of art mediums.
During in-person ArtLab, we follow all safety guidelines. Click here to learn more about ArtLab-specific guidelines and see how we set up our space.
Day of the week: Thursday
Time: 12:30 - 2:30 PM
Dates:
September: 8, 15, 22, 29
October: 6, 13, 20, 27
November: 3, 10, 17, (note: no program 11/24 - Thanksgiving)
Location:
TotalLink2 Community
1200 Shermer Rd. Northbrook
Lower Level Break Room
Fee: $485
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Yoga - Virtual
Yoga will be facilitated by Pam Tokowitz, a certified Yoga instructor. There is a focus on teaching yoga concepts such as breathing, balance, strength, and flexibility. Learning poses and salutations will also be included.
Day of the week: Thursday
Time: 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Dates:
September: 8, 15, 22, 29
October: 6, 13, 20, 27
November: 3, 10, 17, (note: no program 11/24 - Thanksgiving)
Location: Zoom
Fee: $175
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Sarah’s Karaoke Meetup
This program is facilitated by Madison McGinty and meets one Thursday per month.
Whether you can carry a tune or not, we're all stars during Sarah’s Karaoke Meetup, so join us! The mission of Sarah's Karaoke Meetup is to bring people who love music together for singing, friendship, and fun!
Day of the week: Third Thursday
Time: 5:30-7:30 PM
Dates:
September: 22 (virtual)
October: 20 (virtual)
November: 17 (Madame Zuzu's)
Location:
September & October: Virtual
November: Madame Zuzu's ( 1876 1st St, Highland Park, IL)
Fee: FREE
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FRIDAY
Board Game Cafe
Join us at a local coffee shop every Friday to connect with friends, enjoy a cup of coffee or tea at The Glenview Grind (1827 Glenview Rd. in Glenview), and play board games together. Come with your favorite group games, and be ready for some engaging gameplay while developing closer friendships. This program is facilitated by Joan Martin. The cost of your beverage or meal is not included in the price of the program.
Day of the week: Friday
Time: 12:30 - 2:30 PM
Dates:
September: 9, 16, 23, 30
October: 7, 14, 21, 28
November: 4, 11, 18, 25 (canceled 12/25 due to low attendance)
Location: Glenview Grind (1827 Glenview Road, Glenview)
Fee: $300
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Dinner & Movie Night In
This program is facilitated by Jamie Weller. Join your friends for some Friday fun! Come for great chats, lots of laughs, and a good time. Eat dinner together, then watch a movie voted upon by the group! This program typically occurs on the 1st Friday of each month. We will be ordering dinner from Sarpinos for each movie night. The price of dinner is included in the cost of the program.
Please email Madison at mmcginty@totallink2.org with any movie requests.
Day of the week: 1st Friday
Time: 5:30-8:30 PM
Dates:
September: 9 (note: this is the second Friday)
October: 7
November: 4
Location:
TotalLink2 Community
1200 Shermer Rd. Northbrook
Lower Level Break Room
Fee: $140 (note: this fee includes dinner)
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Dinner & Heart Words
This program meets on the 3rd Friday of the month.
heART Words is an inclusive community for writers of all abilities. Through inspiring verbal and visual prompts, Jackie and Eileen will encourage self-expression of emotions, courage, imagination, experience, and heart. Group members are encouraged to share what they have written with the group. Participants will meet at Marcello’s for dinner then head over to the church for their creative writing. Participants will purchase their own dinner.
Day of the week: 3rd Friday of the month
Time:
5:30 - 7:00 PM - Dinner at Marcello’s
7:00 - 8:30 PM - Heart Words
Dates:
September: 16
October: 21
November: 18
Location:
Marcello’s (Dinner)
1911 Cherry Ln, Northbrook, IL
Village Church of Northbrook (heART Words)
1300 Shermer Rd.
Fee:
heART Words only - $95
Dinner & Heart Words - $145
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SATURDAY
Girlfriends Group & WerQ
This program meets on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month and is facilitated by Joan Martin and Desi Vodenicharova.
If you enjoy developing meaningful friendships, creativity (arts & crafts, cooking), playing games, or volunteering with fun-loving girlfriends, then this group is for you! This is an opportunity for a small group of young women to develop and strengthen friendships, gain confidence in community settings, and create new friendships. There will be a focus on fostering connections among group members in and outside of scheduled group meetings.
WerQ is a fun dance class that is accessible to all dance abilities and levels. Come ready to dance and enjoy with your friends!
Day of the week: 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month
Time:
Girlfriends Group: 1:00 - 3:00 PM
WerQ: 3:00 - 3:45 PM
Dates:
September: 17
October: 1,15
November: 5,19
Location:
Village Church of Northbrook
1300 Shermer Rd.
Fee:
BOTH Girlfriends Group & WerQ: $185
Girlfriends Group Only: $130
WerQ Only: $55
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Next Chapter Book Club+
This program meets on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays. Our Next Chapter Book Club Plus includes reading together from 1:00-2:30 PM, followed by physical activity from 2:30 - 3:30 PM. This program is facilitated by Erin Murray.
Expect to have a lot of fun as we dive into a story together and discuss its characters and plot. We read a book together as a group (all reading levels welcomed), taking turns. Our facilitators use strategies that are inclusive to all. Thank you to our partner, UPS for DownS, for supporting this program.
The physical activity, facilitated by Erin Murray, will feature an alternation of both Sculpt and Yoga. Sculpt is a form of exercise that uses resistance or weight to strengthen muscles. Erin is a certified Yoga and Sculpt instructor.
Day of the week: 2nd & 4th Saturdays
Time: 1:00 - 3:30 PM
Dates:
September: 10, 24
October: 8, 22
November: 12, 26
Location:
Village Church of Northbrook
1300 Shermer Rd.
Fee: $220
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Saturday Night With The Guys - In, Out, & Virtual
Guys Night In and Out meets on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month. Virtual Guys Night meets on the 4th Saturday of the month.
Guys Night Out
This program is facilitated by E-B Garcias. On the 1st Saturday, the group will enjoy a night out in the community at some of their favorite places- Par King, Dave and Busters, trampoline park, etc. Participants and facilitators will eat at a restaurant near the activity, then drive together to the activity.
Day of the week: 1st Saturday of the month
Time: 5:00 - 9:00 PM
Dates:
September: 10 (note: this is the second Saturday)
October: 1
November: 5
Location:
Varies based on the week
Pick up and drop off at TotalLink2 Community
1200 Shermer Rd. Northbrook
Fee: $125
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Guys Night In
This program is facilitated by E-B Garcias. On the 3rd Saturday, there will be a focus on making friends and exploring common interests. Regular get-togethers foster a sense of community, friendship, and confidence. At each meeting, there will be a topic of discussion (friendship, relationships, etc.), dinner, and gameplay. We will order pizza together, then walk over to Lou Malnati's to pick it up when it's ready, and eat while socially distanced at the church. The price of this program includes dinner.
Day of the week: 3rd Saturday of the month
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Dates:
September: 17
October: 29 (note: this is the 5th Saturday) - CANCELLED
RESCHEDULED TO 11/12
November: 19
Location:
Village Church of Northbrook
1300 Shermer Rd.
Fee: $125
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Guys Night In - Virtual
This virtual program is facilitated by Jonathan Rauwerda. On the 4th Saturday, there will be a focus on making friends and exploring common interests. Regular get-togethers foster a sense of community, friendship, and confidence. At each meeting, there will be a topic of discussion (friendship, relationships, etc.), dinner, and gameplay.
Day of the week: 4th Saturday of the month
Time: 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Dates:
September: 24
October: 22
November: 26
Location: Zoom
Fee: $65
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Saturday Social: Featuring Total Video Gamers - Virtual
This program meets virtually on the 4th Saturday of each month.
Calling all Video Gamers! Join us once per month on Saturdays for Saturday Social: Featuring Total Video Gamers! This is a fun space to socialize and develop meaningful relationships with friends with similar interests while also engaging in various genres of video games.
Come play Minecraft, Fall Guys, Mario Party, Jackbox Games, and more, and bring your own ideas of video games that can be played virtually! This program is facilitated by Sid Veeravalli.
Day of the week: 4th Saturday
Time: 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Dates:
September: 24
October: 22
November: 26
Location: Zoom
Fee: $45
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One-On-One & Semi-Private Coaching
TotalLink2 Community is proud to offer one-on-one individual and semi-private (2-3 people) coaching in a variety of areas. This is an opportunity to work privately with a coach on a goal that is important to you.
Coaching areas may include but are not limited to art, cooking, yoga, technology, life skills, building a meaningful schedule, meal preparation, and budgeting.
Please contact Madison McGinty at mmcginty@totallink2.org to schedule.
Dates and Times Are Flexible
Fees:
One-on-One Coaching: $50/hour
Semi-Private Session: $30/hour
More important things to know:
Teri is available to help you register. You may send Teri the classes you'd like to sign-up for, and she'll take care of the registration process for you. Contact Teri at trosenberg@totallink2.org.
You may use your credits to pay for programs.
If you have questions about your credits or invoices, please reach out to Stacy Merrigan at smerrigan@totallink2.org.
We are available to provide technical support.
If you would benefit from a Zoom tutorial, please reach out to Teri Rosenberg at trosenberg@totallink2.org. We can provide you with step-by-step directions and/or a personal tutorial via phone.
You may read our Zoom etiquette and expectations by clicking here.
You will be asked to acknowledge and agree to our Zoom etiquette and expectations when you register.
If you are a new participant and interested in our programs, please contact our Program Director, Madison McGinty, at mmcginty@totallink2.org. She would like to tell you more about our programs and introduce you to our staff.
If you are experiencing financial hardship, please contact Emily Raming at eraming@totallink2.org to learn about TotalLink's financial assistance.
COVID guidelines are constantly changing, and we are always staying flexible with them. Please see our safety guidelines, which are based on CDC recommendations, local school district recommendations, and participant, family, and facilitator input.
Visit www.totallink2.org/safety for our updated COVID guidelines.