Young at Heart | Active Adult Programming

Trip Registration Resident registration begins November 17.

Non-resident registration for trips begins November 18.

Activity Symbols Minimal walking Moderate walking and/or stairs Mostly walking and/or stairs Notes About Our Trips Transportation is provided in our new deluxe 36 passenger mini-bus, equipped with a wheelchair lift and can accommodate 2 wheelchair passengers. Please indicate at registration if you require a wheelchair spot on the bus or have any special needs. Registration is taken on a first-come, first-served basis, when accompanied with payment. If a trip is full, we strongly encourage you to put your name on the waitlist. Many times there are cancellations, additional tickets may be acquired, or an additional date may be scheduled. If the deadline has passed, please call to check for availability. We encourage participants to bring their own re-usable water bottle in an effort to support our environment.

TRIPS

Illumination at the Morton Arboretum Join us for an evening of beautiful Christmas lights all aglow at the Morton Arboretum. This year the Illumination event at the Morton Arboretum is going to be a drive-thru experience. We will be able to enjoy the lights from the comfort of our brand new bus. A small snack will be provided, but participants should eat dinner before the event. Register by 12/22. Min 10 | Max 15 (TG)

Clay Space This trip is going to be stretching your artistic muscles. During our visit to the clay space we are going to be getting our hands dirty and making our own clay creations. The work stations will either require standing or there will be tall stools available. After we finish our creation we will be enjoying a late breakfast/early lunch at the Morningside Cafe. Register by 02/08. Min 10 | Max 15 (TG)

Glass Blowing Demo This is our first of two trips to Pete Peterson’s Glass Studio. For our first visit we will be getting a tour and full glass blowing demonstration. After our visit we will have a chance to peruse the gallery and gift shop. For lunch we will be doing lunch on your own at Lazy Dog Restaurant and Bar. Register by 02/12. Min 10 | Max 15. (TG)

Activity Symbols Minimal walking Moderate walking and/or stairs Mostly walking and/or stairs

Four Winds Casino Shuttle We are Back Baby! The Four Winds Casino shuttle service is back and the BPD is booked. The shuttle package gives each person $15 for slot play and $10 for food ( the buffet is closed). We will be arriving in style on a roomy coach bus only filled to half capacity. Register by 02/09. Min 20 | Max 25. (TG)

Do It Yourself Glass Blowing Experience Our second of two visits to Pete Peterson’s Glass Studio will give you the opportunity to get hands on with glass blowing. During our visit we will have professionals walking us through the exciting experience of glass blowing. Everyone will be able to bring home their creations. Register by 03/04. Min 8 | Max 12. (TG)

Program Illumination at the Morton Arboretum Clay Space Glass Blowing Demo Four Winds Casino Shuttle Do It Yourself Glass Blowing

Ages 21+ 21+ 21+ 21+ 21+

Day/Date Tu, 12/29 M, 02/15 F, 02/26 T, 03/02 Th, 03/11

Time 6:00-9:00P 8:30A-1:00P 9:00A-1:30P 8:30A-5:30P 1:30-5:00P

Location Morton Arboretum Lisle Mundelein New Buffalo Mundelein

Activity # 608084-01 708051-01 708052-01 708887-01 708052-02

Res | NR $35 | $45 $50 | $60 $30 | $35 $45 | $50 $60 | $65

LUNCH & DINNER MOBILE

Do you like to try different restaurants and eating out with your friends? Leave the driving to us! Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by LUNCH | Tomczak’s Tap is a Wood Dale classic restaurant offering amer-

an adult. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic our maximum number of participants transportation fees for residents and non-residents. This inclusive price must be paid in advance. (TG)

Tomczak’s Fish Fry | Wood Dale is limited, so sign up early. Each trip price includes: meal, gratuity, and

ican comfort foods. The Fish Fry is sure to leave no person disappointed. Register by 01/08. Min 8 | Max 15 (TG)

Pinstripes Lunch at the Lanes | Oakbrook LUNCH | The Pinstripes lunch offers a selection of their delicious combo plates and games to be played. Make your choice between a fun lunch with Bocce or Bowling. We will be going here 3 times! January- register by 01/18. February- register by 02/15. March- register by 03/15. Min 10 | Max 15. (TG)

Coopers Corner | Wheaton LUNCH | Coopers Corner is a relaxed bar & grill offering American steakhouse fare, comfort food & regular live entertainment. This is one of the finest restaurants with a large dining area that is great for a socially distant dining experience. Register by 02/02. Min 10 | Max 15. (TG)

Program Tomczak’s Fish Fry Pinstripes - January Coopers Corner Pinstripes - February Kebob House Pinstripes - March

Ages 21+ 21+ 21+ 21+ 21+ 21+

Day/Date F, 01/15 T, 01/26 Th, 02/11 T, 02/23 T, 03/16 T, 03/23 Kebob House | Bensenville LUNCH | The Kebob House offers a wonderful selection of Turkish Mediterranean food. For our visit we will be choosing from the lunch special menu with a choice of soft drink. Register by 03/08. Min 10 | Max 15 (TG)

Time 11:00A-1:00P 11:00A-1:00P 11:00A-1:30P 11:00A-1:00P 11:00A-1:00P 11:00A-1:00P

Location Wood Dale Oakbrook Center Wheaton Oakbrook Center Bensenville Oakbrook Center

Activity # 708091-01 708092-01 708093-01 708092-02 708094-01 708092-03

Res | NR $15 | $17 $18 | $23 $25 | $30 $18 | $23 $12 | $15 $18 | $23

CARDS & GAMES

Ages 50+ | $1 Resident/$2 Non-Resident

Cribbage

Every Wednesday | 11:00A-2:00P

Cribbage is a wonderful game that can be played with 2, 3, or 4 players. If you are interested in learning to play reach out to Trent Grossman at (630)766-7015. (TG)

Pinochle Club

Every Tuesday | 12:00-3:00P

This is a great group of recreational Pinochle players! Join them for an afternoon of fun and refreshments. (TG)

Mah Jongg

Every Monday | 10:00A-1:00P

Learn how to play American Mah Jongg in a comfortable, instructional environment. All players are welcome. No supplies needed. No games on 01/18 or 02/15. (TG) Hand & Foot/Samba Game

Every Friday | 10:00A-1:00P Every Tuesday | 10:00A-1:00P

Hand & Foot / Samba is a card game for 4 to 6 players per table. The object of the game is to get rid of cards from your hand pile and then from your foot pile. It is important to arrive on time as partners and tables are determined at the beginning. (TG)

Canasta Club

First Thursday | 10:00A-1:00P

This is a very friendly group and will help beginners get up to speed to play the game. Canasta can be played with 2, 3, 5, or 6 players. This group meets only on the first Thursday of the month. (TG) Welcome to the Oak Room Reservations are required. Contact Trent Grossmen to secure your spot! Min 4 | Max 14. (TG)

Birthday Bingo

Fourth Thursday | 1:00-3:00P

Fourth Thursday every month. This is a fun drop-in bingo event that starts out with cake and refreshments for everyone and a rousing rendition of "Happy Birthday" for anyone celebrating a birthday that month. Then we play bingo for prizes that include useful items, edible items or pretty items. If it is your birthday month, you will receive a $2 gift certificate to use on any Oak Room program or trip. Come on out and celebrate. Max 24. (TG)

Program December January February March

Ages 50+ 50+ 50+ 50+

LUNCH BUNCH & BINGO

Please join our terrific community of people in the Oak Room for lunch and a rousing round of Bingo. Included is a wonderful meal and dessert at a reasonable price. Bingo prizes include, but are not limited to, paper goods, cookies, household essentials, costume jewelry, and canned foods. We also offer an optional raffle and door prizes. Doors open at 11:00am. Register by the Monday before. (TG)

December Honey baked ham with pineapple chutney, mashed potatoes with gravy, and dessert. Register by 12/11. Min 12 | Max 24. (TG)

January Pork with peapods, steamed rice, crab rangoons, and almond cookies. Register by 01/15. Min 12 | Max 24. (TG)

February Chicken marsala, mashed potatoes, creamed corn,tossed salad and dessert. Register by 02/12. Min 12 | Max 24. (TG)

March Corned beef and cabbage, boiled potatoes, steamed carrots, rye bread with butter, and dessert. Register by 03/12. Min 12 | Max 24. (TG)

Day/Date Th, 12/27 Th, 01/21 Th, 02/18 Th, 03/18

Time 12:00-3:00P 12:00-3:00P 12:00-3:00P 12:00-3:00P

Location Oak Room Oak Room Oak Room Oak Room

Activity # 608806-01 708803-01 708804-01 708805-01

Res | NR $8 | $12 $8 | $12 $8 | $12 $8 | $12

Crochet Catch-All Basket This is a beginner project for those who already know the chain stitch. It’s an easy project for people trying to learn crocheting in the round. The little basket is handy on a vanity, desk, or nightstand to hold a variety of items. The prerequisite to this class is to already know the chain stitch. Pick up a supply list upon registration. Register by 01/11. Min 2 | Max 8 (TG) Crochet Shawl | Intermediate Level This is an easy pattern and one that works up quite quickly. It has a lacy edging of which you will have directions, as well as be able to follow a chart. Using striping yarn makes this interesting! This will keep the chill away when in air conditioning, or on chilly days to come! This shawl will fit all and you will learn that you can alter your yarn with this too. The prerequisite to this class is to already know the chain, single crochet, and double crochet stitches. Pick up a supply list upon registration. Register by 01/25. Min 2 | Max 8 (TG)

Program Crochet Catch-All Basket Crochet Shawl

Ages 14+ 14+

Day/Date Tu, 01/19-26 Tu, 02/2-02/23

Time 6:00-8:00P 6:00-8:00P

Location Craft Room Craft Room

Activity # 711091-01 711092-01

Res | NR $40 | $40 $80 | $80

New! Christmas Party & Gift Exchange Come to the Oak Room for our Christmas party and gift exchange! The Oak Room will be filled with Christmas cheer and delicious holiday treats. For this gift exchange each person will need to bring two gifts. One gag gift that will be sure to get some laughs and one nice gift of approximately $15 value. Register by 12/04. Min 10 | Max 24 (TG)

Movie Monday in the Oak Room Movie Monday in the Oak Room is a great opportunity to come and relax with friends. Each Monday we will be playing movies and providing popcorn and soda. Register over the phone. Min 1 | Max 12 (TG)

Pizza & Trivia Mama Maria’s Pizza and Trivia! Get your team together and come prove your brilliance. The winning team will receive a Chocolaty prize. Min 10 | Max 24 (TG) Soup, Salad, Sing Along New! For the Soup, Salad, Sing Along we will be having a professional piano player join us in the Oak Room. As he is doing the show and singing classics everyone is sure to know, we will be serving Sporty’s Catering. Register by 02/01. Min 10 | Max 24 (TG)

Tasting Devine New! Tasting Devine, in downtown Wheaton, will be sending a professional to guide us through this wine tasting experience. We will be making our way through a wide variety of wines and Charcuterie will be provided. Bottles of wine will be available for purchase. Register by 02/08. Min 10 | Max 24 (TG)

Program Christmas Party & Gift Exchange Movie Mondays Pizza & Trivia Soup, Salad Sing Along Tasting Devine

Ages 21+ 21+ 21+ 21+ 21+

Day/Date F, 12/18 M, 01/04-03/29 Th, 01/14 T, 02/09 T, 02/16

Time 12:00- 2:00P 1:30-3:00P 4:00-6:00P 12:00-1:30P 3:30-5:00P

Location Oak Room Oak Room Oak Room Oak Room Oak Room

Activity # 609220-01

709220-01 709220-02 709220-03

Res | NR $1 | $2 $1 | $2 $5 | $8 $10 | $14 $12 | $15