Adult Trips & Events Guide 2023 Winter - Carol Stream Park District

Adult Trips & Events TRIPS

REGISTERBYJAN15 Come with us to Lancaster, PA and Dutch Country! Enjoy a performance of Moses at the Sights and Sounds Theatre in Lancaster. Experience life on the Amish Country Homestead at the Amish Experience Attraction, committed to accurately and sensitively portraying the Old Order Amish as they live and work in today’s world. Enjoy a remarkable show at the Magic and Wonder Theatre. Spend a day in Philadelphia with a guided tour of some of the most historic sights including Betsy Ross’s house, The Mint, The Federal Reserve, the Holocaust Memorial; and spend some free time in the historic district where you can visit the Liberty Bell. Visit Kitchen Kettle Village a charming marketplace of shops and restaurants.

Jingle Bell Rock

MONDAY, NOV 28

DUE DATE: At Registration

Bring your dancing shoes and get ready to Jingle Bell Rock! Get in the holiday spirit with this delightful show at Starved Rock Lodge! Rosie and the Rivets bring the retro to your favorite holiday songs and perform some of the hits from the 50s and 60s. A hot lunch buffet is included at the lodge.

Pick up: Simkus Recreation Center Depart: 9:30AM Return: 4:45PM

$81R/$87NR 25556

Celebrate the Season Holiday Festival

SATURDAY, DEC 3

DUE DATE: At Registration

Join us as we celebrate the holiday season at Cantigny Park in Wheaton. View the beautiful holiday light displays, take a sleigh ride and get an early start to holiday shopping at the craft fair! Dress for the weather.

Pick-up: Simkus Recreation Center Depart: 12:45PM

Return: 5PM

$20R/$26NR 25557

Naperville Holiday Lights Trolley

SUNDAY, DEC 11

DUE DATE: At Registration

All aboard the Naperville Trolley! We ride the trolley to view some of the most festive holiday displays in Naperville. Dinner from Aurelio's includes pizza, mostaccioli, spaghetti and vanilla ice cream for dessert.

Pick up: Simkus Recreation Center Depart: 5:15PM

Return: 9:30PM

$64R/$70NR 25134

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Scrooge

FRIDAY, DEC 16

DUE DATE: At Registration

This zany audience participation comedy is a must see this holiday season at the White Pines Theatre! The story line is based on a loosely adapted version of Charles Dickens' timeless classic, "A Christmas Carol", featuring Scrooge and his ghostly visitors Lunch and dessert included at the playhouse

Pick up: Simkus Recreation Center Depart: 9:15AM Return: 5PM

$65R/$71NR 25526

Blue Chip Casino

TUESDAY, DEC 20

DUE DATE: DEC 1

This casino in Michigan City, IN boasts of over 2,100 slot machines, 51 table games, an 8 table poker room and the penny machines Lunch is on your own at one of the casino's food venues A valid State ID is required

Pick-up: Simkus Recreation Center Depart: 8:30AM Return: 6PM

$20R/$26NR 25133

The Sound

of Music

WEDNESDAY, DEC 21

DUE DATE: At Registration

The hills are alive with the sound of music! Join us for this production of one of the world’s most beloved musicals at the Paramount Theatre in Aurora Be taken back in time with a thrilling and inspirational story about family, love and music Featuring the Tony, Grammy and Academy Award winning Best Score, with songs like, “My Favorite Things,” “Do Re Mi,” and “Edelwiess,” this show is sure to inspire Lunch at the Theatre before the show is included

Pick-up: Simkus Recreation Center Depart: 11AM Return: 4:30PM $69R/$75NR 25553

Pick up: Simkus Recreation Center Depart: 8:20 AM Return: 6:30 PM $26R/$32NR 26165

Epiphany

FRIDAY, JANUARY 6

DUE DATE: DECEMBER 15

Join us this Epiphany for a trip to the Billy Graham Museum in Wheaton! Billy Graham had a tremendous impact on Christian history in America and the world Learn about his life and ministry through various artifacts that the museum has been collecting for 40 years Study the history of evangelism in North America and view some amazing pieces depicting the Christian gospel, including the Rotunda of Witnesses tapestries and the Cape Town Banners of Reconciliation Enjoy breakfast on your own at Hen House prior to our visit to the museum

Pick-up: Simkus Recreation Center Depart: 7:45 AM Return: 12:15 PM

$18R/$24NR 26162

Nicholas Conservatory

TUESDAY, JANUARY 17

DUE DATE: DECEMBER 15

Warm up with a visit to the Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens in Rockford. Enjoy a pleasant stroll through the tropical space during our docent guided tour, learning about the variety of plants housed there. After our tour, enjoy the Sinnissippi Station exhibit this miniature train and trolley set up sends the vehicles on tracks down, around and above miniature Rockford landmarks. Enjoy an included lunch at Prairie Street Brewing Co. Lunch includes a hot slider buffet with Angus beef burgers, smoked pulled pork sandwiches, Caribbean jerk chicken sandwiches, potato salad, beer cheese chips, fresh fruit and assorted cookies for dessert.

Pick-up: Simkus Recreation Center Depart: 9:30 AM Return: 4:15 PM

$58R/$64NR 26163

All participants receive a sack lunch, including a turkey wrap, bag of chips, granola bar, fruit and water Dress for the weather!

Pick up: Simkus Recreation Center Depart: 9AM Return: 2:45PM $54R/$60NR 26164

Blue Chip Casino

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1

DUE DATE: JANUARY 15

This casino in Michigan City, IN boasts of over 2,100 slot machines, 51 table games, an 8 table poker room and penny machines Lunch is on your own at one of the casino's food venues A valid State ID is required

Pick-up: Simkus Recreation Center Depart: 8:30AM Return: 6PM $22R/$28NR 26167

Take in the splendor of the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet This vaudeville movie palace is a must see! Go behind the scenes on a guided tour through the Esplanade and Rotunda, go on the stage and through the greenroom After our tour, enjoy an included family style dinner at Al’s Steakhouse, featuring soup, salad, baked chicken, roast beef, mostaccioli, mashed potatoes, veggies, rolls, and vanilla ice cream for dessert

Pick up: Simkus Recreation Center Depart: 1:15PM Return: 7:15PM $66R/$72NR 26158

Spring Program Guide Preview Day

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13

Join us at the Simkus Recreation Center for an exclusive program guide preview day Check out all of the adult trips and events we’re offering for Spring and get first dibs before registration opens! Attend and register that day and be entered into a raffle for a park district gift certificate! Light snacks will be served This event is free to attend

Location: Simkus Recreation Center 10 11AM FREE 26076

Must register for day trips on 2/13 to be eligible for raffle One winner will be drawn on 2/14

Into the Woods

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15

DUE DATE: JANUARY 1

A red cape, a strand of yellow hair, a golden shoe and a white cow four items that send a baker and his barren wife through the woods on a magical journey to reverse the curse cast by an evil witch With the addition of Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, Rapunzel and Cinderella, “Into the Woods” is one of the most astounding fairytale versions the stage has ever seen! The Tony Award winning musical is at the Paramount Theatre in Aurora Lunch before the show includes Caesar salad, rolls, Italian sausage lasagna, green beans, and cannoli for dessert

Pick Up: Simkus Recreation Center

Depart: 11AM Return: 4:30PM $71R/$77NR 26157

Afternoon Tea

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1

DUE DATE: FEBRUARY 1

Join us for an English Tea at Suzette’s Creperie in Wheaton This lovely meal consists of an assortment of tea sandwiches and savories (including smoked salmon with lemon crème on pumpernickel rye, Suzette’s chicken salad with mandarin oranges and almonds on brioche and English cucumber and heirloom radish butter sandwich), cranberry orange cream scones with Devonshire crème and lemon curd, and crème brûlée for dessert.

Pick up: Simkus Recreation Center

Depart: 11:30AM Return: 2:30PM $83R/$89NR 26159

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Four Winds Casino

THURSDAY, MARCH 9

DUE DATE: FEBRUARY 15

At the Four Winds Casino in New Buffalo, MI, choose from blackjack, craps, baccarat, roulette, poker, keno and over 3,000 slots, including penny machines. Receive a $10 credit towards lunch and $15 for slot play. A valid state ID is required.

Pick up: Simkus Recreation Center

The Midwest’s #1 ABBA tribute is back by popular demand at the White Pines Playhouse in Mt. Morris. Promising a mesmerizing ABBA experience for every Chiquitita, Super Trouper, Fernando and Dancing Queen around, this dynamic duo brings forth a joyful celebration of these timeless tunes. With over 30 all time favorite hits, you won’t be able to stop singing and dancing! A hot buffet lunch is included at the playhouse.

Pick up: Simkus Recreation Center Depart: 9:15AM Return: 5PM

$84R/$90NR 26161

DUE DATE: MARCH 1

Travel back to the days of old in Kenosha, WI Take a guided tour of the Kenosha History Center and Southport Light Station This museum has been collecting artifacts since 1878 and has three exhibit galleries that cover Kenosha County history from 1835 to today, including a focus on Kenosha’s place in industrial history and Kenosha made automobiles Our second guided tour of the Kemper Center and Durkee Mansion built in the 1860’s, the Italianate Victorian Durkee Mansion spans 10 acres of the shore of Lake Michigan and the history is just as wide Enjoy lunch in between the tours at Ashling on the Lough, which includes your choice of entrée with fries and homemade bread pudding for dessert Entrée Selections: 1 The Reuben; 2 The Celtic Grilled Cheese; 3 The Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Pick up: Simkus Recreation Center Depart: 8:15AM Return: 5:45PM $75R/$81NR 26160

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School of Rock

WEDNESDAY, MAY 10

DUE DATE: APRIL 1

Wannabe rocker, Dewey Finn, has been kicked out of his band, he can’t pay rent and his life is falling apart. Scamming his way into a teaching job, Dewey makes a guitar shredding, bass slapping and mind blowing band of rockers out of a class of straight A students. Dewey’s passion for music and rock inspires the kids to pursue what they love. The musical score by Andrew Lloyd Weber will have you rocking out of your seat! The play is based on the hit film starring Jack Black. Lunch before the show includes Caesar salad, rolls, chicken marsala, wild rice, carrots, cookies and brownies for dessert.

Pick-up: Simkus Recreation Center

Depart: 11AM Return: 4:30PM

$73R/$79NR 26008

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MORE INFORMATION REGISTRATION FORM

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Accessibility

Most Adult Trips and Events are accessible, however, participants using walkers or wheelchairs should confirm the trip location’s accessibility in advance Use the Activity Key as a guide when determining if a program suits your capabilities Indicate any accommodation requests on your registration form Front bus seating may be reserved in advance for those with applicable medical special needs only Participants requesting front of bus seating should arrive fifteen minutes prior to departure time For more information, contact us at 630 784 6100

Activity Key

Minimal Activity = Indicates limited walking and a mostly seated experience Example: Most theatre trips

Moderate Activity =

Indicates an increased level of activity, but with opportunity to go at one’s own pace Example: Casino trips

Extensive Activity =

Indicates a high level of activity, including stairs, periods of extended standing, long walking distances, balcony seating, or other limited accessibility at a venue Example: Festivals

COVID 19 Protocol

Visit our website to review the most up to date COVID protocol

Departure Times

Departure times listed for each trip reflect the time when the bus departs Always arrive five to ten minutes early in order to check in and board the bus Seating is first come, first served Specific individual seats are not reserved for participants See Accessibility section if you have a medical need that requires specific seating

Payments

Registrants are required to either pay in full or enroll in a payment plan and complete an Automatic Payment Request form at the time of registration If enrolling in a payment plan, payments for trips are withdrawn from the account listed on the Automatic Payment Request form on the payment due date for each trip If a due date has passed, you may still enroll in the trip if space is available, payment is then due at registration Enroll in the waitlist for a trip any time at no fee

Pick Up Location

The park district bus picks up at Simkus Recreation Center, 849 W Lies Road, unless otherwise noted Meet in the lobby by the north east entrance

Trip Cancellations

Withdrawals should be requested prior to the payment deadline

If you can no longer attend after the deadline, withdrawals are only processed if a participant on the waitlist takes your spot or if you find a replacement There is no guarantee that a waitlist replacement can be found after the due date has passed If a friend is taking your place on the trip, a signed waiver and payment are due before your withdrawal can be processed

Passengers not on our roster are not permitted to attend Refer to our Refund and Withdrawal Policy

Adult Trips & Events Winter 2023 Registration

Name _________________________________________________________ Phone _____________________________________

Check which trips you would like to attend. If not paying in full at registration, check Auto Pay to be charged on the listed due date. Completion of Automatic Payment Request form required.

X 3/14 Example Trip 9am-4pm 12345 $50R/$56NR 1 2 3 3/1 X $30

11/28 Jingle Bell Rock 9:30am-4:45pm 25556 $81R/$87NR At Reg.

12/3 Celebrate the Season Holiday Festival 12:45-5pm 25557 $20R/$26NR At Reg.

12/11 Naperville Holiday Lights Trolley 5:15-9:30pm 25134 $64R/$70NR At Reg.

12/16 Scrooge 9:15am-5pm 25526 $65R/$71NR At Reg.

12/20 Blue Chip Casino 8:30am-6pm 25133 $20R/$26NR 12/1

12/21 The Sound of Music at the Paramount 11am-4:30pm 25553 $69R/$75NR At Reg.

1/6 Epiphany 7:45am-12:15pm 26162 $18R/$24NR 12/15

1/12 Four Winds Casino 8:20am-6:30pm 26165 $26R/$32NR 12/15

1/17 Nicholas Conservatory 9:30am-4:15pm 26163 $58R/$64NR 12/15

1/25 Winter Wildlife Trolley 9am-2:45pm 26164 $54R/$60NR 1/1

2/1 Blue Chip Casino 8:30am-6pm 26167 $22R/$28NR 1/15

2/9 Rialto Square Theatre 1:15-7:15pm 26158 $66R/$72NR 1/15

2/13 Spring Program Guide Preview Day 10-11am 26076 FREE N/A

2/15 Into the Woods at the Paramount 11am-4:30pm 26157 $71R/$77NR 1/1

3/1 Afternoon Tea 11:30am-2:30pm 26159 $83R/$89NR 2/1

3/9 Four Winds Casino 8:20am-6:30pm 26166 $26R/$32NR 2/15

3/21 Dancing Queen: ABBA Salute 9:15am-5pm 26161 $84R/$90NR 2/15

3/24 Days of Old 8:15am-5:45pm 26160 $75R/$81NR 1 2 3 3/1

5/10 School of Rock at the Paramount 11am-4:30pm 26008 $73R/$79NR 4/1

Come with us to Lancaster, PA and Dutch Country! Enjoy a performance of MOSES at the Sights and Sounds Theatre in Lancaster. Experience life on the Amish Country Homestead at the Amish Experience Attraction, committed to accurately and sensitively portraying the Old Order Amish as they live and work in today’s world. Enjoy a remarkable show at the Magic and Wonder Theatre. Spend a day in Philadelphia with a guided tour of some of the most historic sights including Betsy Ross’s house, The Mint, The Federal Reserve, the Holocaust Memorial; and spend some free time in the historic district where you can visit the Liberty Bell. Visit Kitchen Kettle Village – a charming marketplace of shops and restaurants.

The six-day overnight trip includes deluxe motorcoach transportation, eight meals, and five nights lodging, including three consecutive nights in the Lancaster area. Brought to you by Diamond Tours. Double Occupancy registrants must have a registered roommate, otherwise should and will be registered as a single occupancy. Must register in person at Simkus or Fountain View Recreation Centers. Online registration is not available for this trip.

Waiver & Release must be signed for participant to be eligible for trip/event. * Trips depart from the Simkus Recreation Center unless otherwise noted.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Carol Stream Park District is committed to conducting its recreation programs and activities in a safe manner and holds the safety of participants in high regard. The Carol Stream Park District continually strives to reduce such risks and insists that all participants follow safety rules and instructions that are designed to protect the participants’ safety. However, participants registering for Forever Young trips, outings and activities must recognize that there is an inherent risk of injury arising out of this activity.

You are solely responsible for determining if you are physically fit and/or adequately skilled for the activities contemplated by this agreement. It is always advisable, especially if the participant is pregnant, disabled in any way or recently suffered an illness, injury or impairment, to consult a physician before undertaking any physical activity.

WARNING OF RISK

Despite careful and proper preparation, instruction, medical advice, conditioning and equipment, there is still a risk of serious injury when participating in any recreational activity/program. Understandably, not all hazards and dangers can be foreseen. Participants must understand that depending upon the particular activity, certain risks, dangers and injuries due to acts of God, inclement weather, slips and falls, inadequate or defective equipment, inadequate supervision or instruction, premises defects, carelessness, horseplay, vehicle accidents and all other circumstances inherent to recreational activities/programs exist. In this regard, it must be recognized that it is impossible for the Carol Stream Park District to guarantee absolute safety.

WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK

Read this form carefully and be aware that in signing up and participating in this program/activity, you will be expressly assuming the risk and legal liability and waiving and releasing all claims for injuries, damages or loss which you or your minor child/ward might sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with and associated with this program/activity (including transportation services and vehicle operations, when provided).

I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury to participants in this program/activity, and I voluntarily agree to assume the full risk of any and all injuries, damages or loss, regardless of severity, that my minor child/ward or I may sustain as a result of said participation. I further agree to waive and relinquish all claims I or my minor child/ward may have (or accrue to me or my child/ward) as a result of participating in this program/activity against the Carol Stream Park District, including its officials, agents, volunteers and employees.

I have read and fully understand the above important information, warning of risk, assumption of risk and waiver and release of all claims. If registering online or via fax, my online or facsimile signature shall substitute for and have the same legal effect as an original form signature.

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Employees receive a complimentary Fountain View Fitness, Coral Cove Water Park and Dog Park Membership.

NoticeofChangesinGuideListings

The policies, procedures, requirements, programs, fees and facility availability contained in this Playbook represent the Park District program and policies at the time of publication. Sometimes changes in the programs (including fees, locations, times, etc.) and policies are necessary after guide publication but prior to program commencement or facility operation

To provide the best services, programs, and facilities to the public, the Park District reserves the right to add, to change, modify or delete any program or policies after they have been published. The Park District attempts to make a reasonable effort to give prompt public notice of any material changes in the programs and policies, but notice cannot be assured. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation.