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2026 PLATINUM
Date: 1/12/2026
Subject: Macular Degeneration Zoom, Sam Guard Turns 100, Memory Cafe, and more CHPV News & Events!
From: Chicago Hyde Park Village




Zoom Drop-In This Wednesday!
Ellie Zhou
Macular Degeneration with Dr. Ellie Zhou

Wednesday, January 14
12–1pm Central via Zoom

REGISTER NOW!

Understanding age related macular degeneration: how it’s diagnosed, how to lower your risk, current treatments, and what’s in the future.
 
Xiao Yi (Ellie) Zhou, MD, is Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Science and Assistant Professor of Pathology at UChicago Medicine. She is an experienced board-certified ophthalmologist who provides specialized care for a wide range of retinal conditions in adults and children.
 
Chicago Hyde Park Village's free Zoom Drop-In series is held every 2nd Wednesday of the month. All are welcome! Invite a friend!
 
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SAM GUARD IS TURNING 100!
CHPV Member Sam Guard will celebrate his 100th birthday on February 2nd. His family is compiling a book of memories and photos and would love to hear from you.
 
Please share how Sam has been an influence on your life or thinking, photos from his century of living, or your favorite story about him. Send your thoughts, photos, and stories to Sam's daughter, Anara Guard at anara@anaraguard.com no later than January 21st to permit time to put it all together.
 
The family also invites you to send Sam a happy birthday card. You'll find his address in the CHPV Member Directory or you can contact Anara for it.

Older dark skinned man and woman embracing and smiling
Memory Café
with AKARAMA & CHPV
 
Thursday, January 15, 11–12
Monthly on the 3rd Thursday
 
 

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If you are not a member of CHPV and have been enjoying our programs and services, please consider joining now! Membership starts as low as $100 annually.

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