May & June 2018 Bi-Monthly Program Guide Naturally Active Contents 2-3 May & June Calendars 6-7 Exercise Classes & Health & Lite Wellness
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EXERCISE CLASSES
Clubs
8 Games & Tournaments 9 - 10 Movies
COMING IN JUNE Weekly Dinner & Movies
11 - 12 Luncheons & Special Events 13 Golf & Hooked On Fishing 14 Culture Club
TRIPS Anderson Japanese Garden Fitzgerald's Fish Boil & More
15 - 18 Trips
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Monday
Tuesday
May 2018
9:00 Social Mahjongg 10:00 Choral Group 12:30 Social Bridge 1:00 Zumba Gold 2:15 Chair Yoga
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Thursday
Friday
2 10:00 Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile 9:00 Advanced Tai Chi 10:30 Rhythm Band 9:00 All American 12:00 Asian American & Pacific 9:00 Social Mahjongg Islander Heritage Month 9:30 Beginners Tai Chi Movie Presentation 9:30 Issues in the News The Namesake 10:30 Korean Line Dance 1:00 Arthritis with Weights 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving
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9:00 Coffee & Conversation with Niles Police Dept. 9:00 Drop-in Art 1:00 Open Computer Lab 5:30 Evening with the Stars
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TRIP South Pacific at Drury Lane 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Arthritis with Weights 10:45 Gentle Exercise 11:00 Into the Garden: The Wonder of Nature in Literature with Rochelle Pennington 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling 2:00 Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile
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8 9 9:00 Social Mahjongg 10:00 Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile 9:00 Advanced Tai Chi 10:00 Blood Pressure Screening 1:00 Canasta 9:00 All American 10:00 Choral Group 9:00 Social Mahjongg 12:30 Social Bridge 9:30 Beginners Tai Chi 1:00 Intergenerational 9:30 Issues in the News Songfest 10:30 Korean Line Dance 1:00 Zumba Gold 1:00 Arthritis with Weights 2:15 Chair Yoga 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 5:30 Texas Hold 'Em 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving Tournament
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14 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:00 Social Mahjongg 9:30 Arthritis with Weights 10:00 Choral Group 10:45 Gentle Exercise 12:30 Social Bridge 1:00 Open Computer Lab 1:00 Zumba Gold 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling 2:15 Chair Yoga 2:00 Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile 3:00 Bingo & Dinner
21 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:00 Social Mahjongg 9:30 Arthritis with Weights 10:00 Choral Group 10:45 Gentle Exercise 12:30 Social Bridge 10:30 Men's Club Meeting 1:00 Zumba Gold 11:30 Women's Club Meeting 2:15 Chair Yoga 1:00 Open Computer Lab 5:00 Dinner & Movie 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling Wonder 2:00 Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile
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10:00 Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile 10:30 Men's Golf Kick-Off Meeting 10:30 Rhythm Band
10:00 Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile 11:00 SCRAM - Home Repair Scams 1:00 Canasta 1:00 Encore Movie Wonder 4:00 Dinner & Discussion
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TRIP Mystery Trip - Chicago OFFICE CLOSED
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9:00 Social Mahjongg 10:00 Choral Group 12:30 Social Bridge 1:00 Zumba Gold 2:15 Chair Yoga
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TRIP Food & Cultural China Town Tour - Chicago
30 10:00 Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile 10:30 Jimmy Stewart - Icon & American Hero with Barry Bradford
9:00 Advanced Tai Chi 9:00 AARP Smart Driver 9:00 All American 9:00 Social Mahjongg 9:30 Beginners Tai Chi 9:30 Issues in the News 10:30 Buddhist Meditation Session 10:30 Korean Line Dance 11:30 Polish Coffee Hour 12:00 80+ Birthday Party @ Nancy's Pizza 1:00 Arthritis with Weights 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 9:00 Advanced Tai Chi 9:00 All American 9:00 Social Mahjongg 9:30 Beginners Tai Chi 9:30 Issues in the News 10:30 Korean Line Dance 1:00 Arthritis with Weights 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 2:00 In Concert Series: Nat "King" Cole
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11 9:00 Drop-in Art 9:00 Wills Appointments 10:00 TED Talks- Al Gore The case for optimism on climate change 12:00 Spring BBQ - Hosted by NSC Men's Club 1:00 Open Computer Lab
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18 9:00 AARP Smart Driver 9:00 Drop-in Art 12:00 Fiesta Party with David's Bazaar 1:00 Open Computer Lab
Hooked-on Fishing Busse Woods
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31 9:00 All American 9:00 Social Mahjongg 9:30 Beginners Tai Chi 9:30 Issues in the News 10:30 Korean Line Dance 12:00 AAPIHM Movie In the Matter of Cha Jung Hee 1:00 Arthritis with Weights 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving
MAY
25 9:00 Drop-in Art 10:30 Women's Golf Kick-Off Meeting 12:00 Lite Lunch & Movie Jane 12:00 Poker Tournament 1:00 Open Computer Lab
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday 1
9:00 Drop-In Art 1:00 Open Computer Lab
9:00 Social Mahjongg 10:00 Choral Group 10:00 ITAC 12:30 Social Bridge 1:00 Zumba Gold 2:15 Chair Yoga 5:00 Dinner & Movie The Greatest Showman
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10:00 Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile 10:30 Rhythm Band 1:00 Encore Movie The Greatest Showman 5:30 Trivia Night
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9:00 Advanced Tai Chi 9:00 All American 9:00 Social Mahjongg 9:30 Beginners Tai Chi 9:30 Issues in the News 10:30 Korean Line Dance 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving
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TRIP Anderson Japanese Gardens Rockford
9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Arthritis with Weights 10:45 Gentle Exercise 1:00 Open Computer Lab 1:00 The Impact of Art Therapy on Brain Health 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling
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12 13 9:00 Social Mahjongg 10:00 Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile 10:00 Blood Pressure Screening 1:00 Canasta 10:00 Choral Group 1:00 Encore Movie 11:00 Monthly Mailing I, Tonya 12:30 Social Bridge 1:00 Zumba Gold 2:15 Chair Yoga 5:00 Dinner & Movie TAM I, Tonya Men's Golf
9:00 Advanced Tai Chi 9:00 All American 9:00 Social Mahjongg 9:30 Beginners Tai Chi 9:30 Issues in the News 10:30 Korean Line Dance 12:30 The Di Bella Duo 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving
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Active Senior Expo - White Eagle Banquets 18
9:00 Social Mahjongg 10:00 Choral Group 12:30 Social Bridge 1:00 Zumba Gold 2:15 Chair Yoga 5:00 Dinner & Movie The Post
25 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:00 Social Mahjongg 9:30 Arthritis with Weights 10:00 Choral Group 10:45 Gentle Exercise 12:30 Social Bridge 11:30 Women's Club Meeting 1:00 Zumba Gold 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:15 Chair Yoga 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling 5:00 Dinner & Movie Daddy's Home 2
TAM Women's Golf 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Arthritis with Weights 1:00 Open Computer Lab 5:30 Evening with the Stars
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Hooked-on Fishing Lake Opeka
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20 10:00 Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile 10:30 Rhythm Band 1:00 Encore Movie The Post
21 9:00 Advanced Tai Chi 9:00 Drop-In Art 9:00 All American 9:30 Arthritis with Weights 9:00 Social Mahjongg 11:00 Star Spangled Songs 9:30 Beginners Tai Chi with John Boda 9:30 Issues in the News 1:00 Open Computer Lab 10:30 Korean Line Dance 11:30 Polish Coffee Hour 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 4:30 Immigrant Heritage TRIP Month- Stopping Traffic: Fitzgerald's Fish Boil & Lake The Movement to End Geneva Boat Tour Sex Trafficking TAM Lake Geneva Women's Golf
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27 10:00 Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile 10:30 Mimosa Mosaic Flower Pot - Design & Placement 1:00 Canasta 1:00 Encore Movie Daddy's Home 2 3:00 IHM Movie - I Learn America 4:00 Dinner & Discussion
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TRIP Chicago Dogs Minor Baseball Team Community Event - Rosemont
TAM Men's Golf
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9:00 Advanced Tai Chi 9:00 All American 9:00 Social Mahjongg 9:30 Beginners Tai Chi 9:30 Issues in the News 10:30 Korean Line Dance 10:30 Mimosa Mosaic Flower Pot Brunch Community Event 1:00 Drop-In Ceramics 1:00 Drop-In Woodcarving 2:00 Paul McCartney: Paul Live in Concert
JUNE
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9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Arthritis with Weights 12:00 Poker Tournament 1:00 Open Computer Lab
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9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Arthritis with Weights 10:30 Men's Club Day at the Races 10:45 Gentle Exercise 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling
9:00 Drop-In Art 9:00 Wills Appointments 9:30 Arthritis with Weights 10:00 Ted Talks - Iwan Baan Ingenious homes in unexpected places 12:00 Lite Lunch & Movie The Band's Visit 1:00 Open Computer Lab
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June 2018
9:00 Drop-In Art 9:30 Arthritis with Weights 10:45 Gentle Exercise 1:00 Open Computer Lab 2:00 Drop-In Wii Bowling 3:00 Bingo & Dinner
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Six-Month Facility Usage Fee The programs below are at no cost to NSC members. Non-members may participate in the programs below for a six-month period by paying an $18 facility usage fee. Social Cards or Billiards Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:30pm Drop-In Art Mondays & Fridays, 9:00am Social Mahjongg Bring your game and your friends and start a table! Tuesdays, 9:00am Thursdays, 9:00am Social Bridge Tuesdays, 12:30pm Niles Rhythm Band 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 10:30am Drop-In Hand & Foot Canasta 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month. 1:00-3:00pm All American Thursdays, 9:00am Issues in the News Thursdays, 9:30am Moderator: Arlene Golub Drop in to discuss the issues of the world. Everyone is welcome! Drop-In Ceramics Thursdays, 1:00pm
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Drop-In Woodcarving Thursdays, 1:00pm Wii Bowling Drop In Mondays, 2:00-4:30pm
Informational Forum
AARP Smart Driver Safety Course All participants must pre-register. It is a two-day course; participants must attend both classes. There is no final test to pass. Upon completion of the course, each attendee is awarded a certificate. Under Illinois law, those above 55 whether AARP members or not - qualify for a worthwhile multi-year auto insurance discount by completing this course. Please check with your insurance company for the exact discount and the correct procedure to obtain it. Studies have shown that fewer fatal and injury-causing crashes and fewer violations occur among drivers who have taken this nationally-recognized course. Cost of the course is $15 (AARP members). Paid by check on the first day of class. To register or for more information, please contact Senior Center Office at 847-588-8420 Thursday & Friday, May 17 & 18 • 9:00am-1:00pm Thursday & Friday, July 19 & 20 • 9:00am-1:00pm Rules of the Road Class Instructor from Secretary of State's Office Take a refresher course, before you take your test. Monday, July 9 ● 1:00pm ● NO COST SCRAM Senior Crime Reduction Awareness Measures (SCRAM) goal is to raise awareness, educate and prevent senior citizens from becoming victims of crimes. SCRAM is an eight-month program providing specific seminars on important topics in short concise interactive formats. Home Repair Scams– Driveway scams, tuck pointing, are just a few of the scams they say they can help you with. When you give them some money, that's the last time you will see them. Get the top ten list of tips to prevent this from happening. Wednesday, May 23 • 11:00am • NO COST
Stop in and check out the Media Center There are 10 laptops, and an iPad. Volunteer Assistance Media Center Drop-in Hours Mondays ● 1:00-3:00pm Fridays ● 1:00-3:00pm
Technology Trends
Cell Phone/Smart Phone Assistance Do you have an iPhone/tablet you are unsure how to use? Do you need help programing numbers into your flip top phone? We are here to help you with a wide variety of issues you have with your current cell phone/tablet. This service is free, but appointments are preferred.
Informational Forum
TED Talks- May Episode: Al Gore at TED2016 - The case for optimism on climate change Why is Al Gore optimistic about climate change? In this spirited talk, Gore asks three powerful questions about the man-made forces threatening to destroy our planet -- and the solutions we're designing to combat them. (Featuring Q&A with TED curator Chris Anderson) Friday, May 11 ● 10:00am ● NO COST
TED Talks - June Episode: Iwan Baan at TEDCity2.0 - Ingenious homes in unexpected places In the center of Caracas, Venezuela, stands the 45-story "Tower of David," an unfinished, abandoned skyscraper. But about eight years ago, people started moving in. Photographer Iwan Baan shows how people build homes in unlikely places, touring us through the family apartments of Torre David, a city on the water in Nigeria, and an underground village in China. Glorious images celebrate humanity's ability to survive and make a home -- anywhere. Friday, June 8 ● 10:00am ● NO COST
Groups Choral Group Choral Director - Mary Grimes Kelly If you love to sing, please consider joining the Golden Notes. New members are always welcome. Tuesdays, May 1 - 29 • 10:00-11:30am • $15M/$20NM Tuesdays, June 5 - 26 • 10:00-11:30am • $15M/$20NM
Do you like to sing? Do you play a musical instrument or would you like to learn? If so, consider joining the Niles Rhythm Band! The Niles Rhythm Band performs at various nursing homes, as well as the Men’s and Women’s Clubs. Don’t forget to bring your singing voice! Come join us the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10:30am. There are also free ukulele lessons for those interested. NO COST, Members/$18, Non-Members Wednesdays, May 2 & 16 • 10:30am Wednesdays, June 6 & 20 • 10:30am
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Niles Rhythm Band
Informational Forum - Groups
TED Talks
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Exercise Classes
Exercise Classes
Arthritis with Weights Instructor: Noel Buican Sitting, standing, and use of 1-3lb weights. Please note, you will need to provide your own 1 - 3 pound weights for this class. Mondays, Mar 5 - June 4 • 9:30-10:30am • $28M/$33NM Mondays, June 11 - Aug 27 • 9:30-10:30am • $24M/$29NM Waiver must be signed prior to class. (No class May 28) Gentle Exercise Instructor: Noel Buican Gentle & therapeutic exercises and focused relaxation to ease pain. Mondays, Mar 5 - June 4 • 10:45-11:30am • $28M/$33NM Mondays, June 11 - Aug 27 • 10:45-11:30am • $24M/$29NM Waiver must be signed prior to class. (No class May 28) Tai Chi Instructor: Mary Neuhaus Tai Chi classes are back! Join our new instructor Mary Neuhaus. She is an ACE certified personal trainer and has been teaching group fitness for 13 years, specializing in Senior Fitness, Balance, and Aquatic training. Advanced Tai Chi Thursdays, May 3 - June 21 • 9:00-10:00am • $30M/$35NM Beginners Tai Chi Thursdays, May 3 - June 21 • 9:30-10:30am • $30M/$35NM *9:30-10:00am both classes will combine to work on the fundamentals of Tai Chi
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Zumba Gold Instructor: Fran Strain Zumba is a dance-based aerobic fitness program created in the 1990s. Zumba Gold is a spin-off created as a specialized fitness class that addresses the specific needs of older adults. Join Fran Strain as she introduces easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Tuesdays, May 1 - 29 • 1:00-2:00pm • $20M/$25NM Tuesdays, June 5 - 26 • 1:00-2:00pm • $16M/$21NM Chair Yoga Instructor: Diane Dombeck With a chair for support, this class challenges the body and mind through strengthening, stretching, relaxing and breathing. Flexibility and muscle tone will continually improve as your mind, body and spirit work together in harmony. Tuesdays, May 1 - Jun 26 • 2:15-3:15pm • $36M/$41NM
Sit, Stand, Stretch & Smile Join Susan Kulaga as she combines seated and standing movements for balance, strength, stretching, coordination and flexibility development all with friendly fun. Waiver must be signed prior to class. Wednesdays, Apr 4 - June 27 • 10:00-11:00am • $24/$29NM Arthritis with Weights (Thursdays) Instructor: Kristen Rubens Sitting, standing, and use of 1-3lb weights. Please note, you will need to provide your own 1 - 3 pound weights for this class. Waiver must be signed prior to class. Thursdays, Apr 12 - May 31 • 1:00-2:00pm •$16M/$21NM Arthritis with Weights (Fridays) Instructor: Noel Buican Sitting, standing, and use of 1-3lb weights. Please note, you will need to provide your own 1 - 3 pound weights for this class. Waiver must be signed prior to class. Fridays, June 1 - July 27 • 9:30-10:30am•$18M/$23NM
Health & Wellness ITAC Amplified Phones Free amplified phones for those who qualify through the State of Illinois program. Tuesday, June 5 • 10:00am
Visually Impaired Motivators (VIM) VIM is now meeting at the Niles-Maine District Library. Meeting will be held from 10:30-11:30am, followed by Voices of Vision Book Club from 11:30am-12:30pm. For more information, please call 847-663-6648. Tuesday, May 15 • 10:30am-12:30pm • NO COST Tuesday, June 19 • 10:30am-12:30pm • NO COST
The Alzheimer's Association, IL Chapter presents: The Impact of Art Therapy on Brain Health Katharine Kiehn, a licensed clinical professional counselor and registered art therapist will discuss the benefits of art therapy for people living with dementia. Attendees will learn how art therapy can be used as a brain health measure, communication tool, and expressive outlet for this population. Katharine is currently a clinical counselor and program coordinator at the Advocate Memory Center, a multi-disciplinary outpatient clinic for patients with dementia.
Polish Coffee Hour - Witamy! The Senior Center would like to invite all Polish speaking seniors for a coffee and chat about everything and anything. All meetings will be held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 11:30 AM. Please join our group! Zapraszamy wszystkich seniorόw na kawę oraz rozmowę o wszystkim i o niczym. Spotkania odbywaja się w III czwartek każdego miesiaca o godzinie 11:30 AM na drugim pietrze. Masz pytanie? Dołącz do naszej grupy! Thursday, May 17 • 11:30am-12:30pm • NO COST Thursday, June 21 • 11:30am-12:30pm • NO COST
Danielle Dodson, MSW, LCSW, is a clinical social worker and program coordinator at the Advocate Memory Center. She will discuss latest research areas being conducted regarding art therapy for patients with Alzheimer’s disease and their care partners. Monday, June 11 • 1:00pm • NO COST
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Blood Pressure Screening Walk-in, at the Niles Senior Center, NO COST Tuesday, May 8 • 10:00am-12:00pm Tuesday, June 12 • 10:00am-12:00pm
Medication and Sharps Collection Wednesday, July 11 • 10:00am-12:00pm
Clubs Men’s Club
Men’s Club Day at the Races President: Hank Betka See "Luncheons & Special Events" Monday, June 18 • 10:30am • $9M/$13.50NM
Men’s Club Meeting - May President: Hank Betka Meal includes: Smoked pulled pork on brioche bun, side, beverage and dessert. Speaker to be determined. Monday, May 21• 10:30am • $6M/$9NM
Women’s Club
Women’s Club Meeting - May President: Lois MacAdam Lunch includes: cheeseburger, chips and dessert. Following lunch, entertainment will be provided by Amy Lowe. Monday, May 21 • 11:30am • $6M/$9NM
Women’s Club
Women’s Club Meeting - June President: Lois MacAdam Lunch includes a choice between hot dog or bratwurst, pasta salad and dessert. Entertainment to be announced. Monday, June 25 • 11:30am • $6M/$9NM
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Men’s Club - Spring BBQ See "Luncheons & Special Events" Friday, May 11 • 12:00-2:00pm • $15M/$20NM (Please register by May 9)
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Bingo
Tournaments
A favorite of game-lovers everywhere, bingo is a game strictly of chance…but guaranteed fun! Guarantee yourself a good time with our monthly bingo game event. Cost includes meal and prizes. Registrations must be made by 12pm the day before. Game only $2M/$3NM.
Bingo - May Meal includes: Orange chicken, fried rice, egg roll, beverage and dessert. Tuesday, May 15 • 3:00-4:30pm • $9M/$13.50NM
Bingo - June Meal includes: Baked tilapia, sides, beverage and dessert. Monday, June 4 • 3:00-4:30pm • $8M/$12NM
Tournaments
Poker Tournament Bring your poker face and some luck. Cost includes lunch and prizes. Friday, May 25 • 12:00pm • $6M/$9NM Friday, June 29 • 12:00pm • $6M/$9NM
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Texas Hold'em Tournament - NEW Join us for our first Texas Hold'em Tournament. A chili bar, appetizers, soda and two (2) beers per person will be served. Everyone will receive 100 chips of the same value, at the end of the tournament, the top three chip holders will win prizes. Tuesday, May 8 • 5:30-8:00pm • $10M/$15NM
Trivia Night
Trivia Night The latest game night craze hitting bars and pubs around the world is coming to the NSC! Test your knowledge about different topics and show off how much you know. Come with your own team, or make a team when you get here! Afterwards, we will feast on some deep dish pizza, salad, and two (2) glasses of wine. Fee includes: game, meal, and prizes. Wednesday, June 6 • 5:30pm • $11M/$16NM (Please register by Monday, June 4)
Concert Video Series
Paul McCartney: Paul is Live in Concert (1993, 85min) Paul McCartney serves up the hits on his New World Tour and proves, once again, that he's the consummate musician. The collection opens with the classic "Drive My Car" and then takes viewers on a blissful road trip with "Hope of Deliverance," "Magical Mystery Tour," "Paperback Writer," "Penny Lane," "Live and Let Die" and many other favorites. Popcorn and lemonade will be served. Thursday, June 28 • 2:00pm • NO COST
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Concert Video Series & Movies
In Concert Series: Nat "King" Cole (2006, 60min) Legendary crooner and entertainment pioneer Nat King Cole displays his undeniable charm and immense talent on this rare 60-minute collection of singing appearances, interviews and archival film clips. Cole's versatility is perfectly captured as he seamlessly blends genres and styles from jazz and blues to pop. The first African-American to host a network television series, Cole paved the way for generations of performers. Popcorn and lemonade will be served. Thursday, May 24 • 2:00pm • NO COST
Lite Lunch & Movie
Lite Lunch & Movie – “The Band's Visit” (2007, PG-13, 87 min) “When an Egyptian police brass band travels to Israel to play at the opening of an Arab arts center, the group ends up abandoned and lost in a remote desert town, igniting a charming cross-cultural comedy. Defying expectations, the tiny Israeli community embraces the musicians, and both the Egyptians and the locals learn a few things about one another -- and themselves. This witty foreign-language film nabbed the Uncertain Regard prize at Cannes.” -netflix.com. Lunch includes a grilled chicken sandwich, potato chips and dessert. Friday, June 8 • 12:00-2:00pm • $5M/$7.50NM • Movie ONLY, NO COST (Registration is required)
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Lite Lunch & Movie – “Jane” (2007, PG-13, 87 min) “The discovery of half-century-old footage of celebrated primatologist Jane Goodall and her jungle menagerie of chimpanzees provides a new and engrossing look at her lifetime of work with humans' closest evolutionary relatives.” -netflix.com. Lunch includes chicken salad on a croissant, fruit and dessert. Friday, May 25 • 12:00-2:00pm • $5M/$7.50NM • Movie ONLY, NO COST (Registration is required)
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Dinner & Movie – “Wonder” (2017, PG-13, 112 min) Starring Julia Roberts & Owen Wilson “Entering fifth grade will be momentous for Auggie -- because at last, he'll get to be ordinary. While his facial deformity has previously kept him from attending regular schools, Auggie is determined to make his classmates see beyond his face.” –netflix.com. Dinner includes a pizza, soda and dessert. Tuesday, May 22 • 5:00pm • $5M/$7.50NM • Movie Only, NO COST Encore: Wednesday, May 23 • 1:00pm • NO COST Dinner & Movie – “The Greatest Showman” (2017, PG) “Behind "The Greatest Show on Earth" was one of history's greatest showmen, P.T. Barnum. This musical biopic centers on Barnum's creation of the three-ring circus and his infatuation with Swedish songbird Jenny Lind.”–netflix.com. Dinner includes a pizza, soda and dessert. Tuesday, June 5 • 5:00pm • $5M/$7.50NM• Movie Only, NO COST Encore: Wednesday, June 6 • 1:00pm • NO COST
Dinner & Movie – “I, Tonya” (2017, R, 120 min) Starring: Margot Robbie, Sebastian Stan, Allison Janney, “This wickedly entertaining biopic looks at the life and doomed career of ice skater Tonya Harding and her connection to one of the most infamous sports scandals in American history: the assault on rival Nancy Kerrigan before the 1994 Winter Olympics.” –netflix.com. Dinner includes a cheeseburger, chips and dessert. Tuesday, June 12 • 5:00pm • $5M/$7.50NM • Movie Only, NO COST Encore: Wednesday, June 13 • 1:00pm • NO COST
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Dinner & Movie – “The Post” (2017, PG-13, 116 min) Starring Tom Hanks & Meryl Streep “A cover-up that spanned four U.S. Presidents pushed the country's first female newspaper publisher and a hard-driving editor to join an unprecedented battle between the press and the government.”–netflix.com Dinner includes a hot dog, chips and dessert. Tuesday, June 19 • 5:00pm • $3M/$4.50NM • Movie Only, NO COST Encore: Wednesday, June 20 • 1:00pm • NO COST Dinner & Movie – “Daddy’s Home 2” (2017, PG-13, 100 min) Starring Mark Wahlberg & Will Ferrell “The boneheaded child-rearing efforts of Brad and Dusty continue into the holiday season as they attempt to stage the perfect Christmas for the kids. But the arrival of the duo's meddlesome fathers gives rise to a string of misunderstandings.” –netflix.com Dinner includes a pizza, soda and dessert. Tuesday, June 26 • 5:00pm • $5M/$7.50NM • Movie Only, NO COST Encore: Wednesday, June 27 • 1:00 • NO COST
Luncheons & Special Events
Into the Garden: The Wonder of Nature in Literature with Rochelle Pennington Join Rochelle Pennington for a walk through nature--along garden paths and through forest floors. The author will be sharing observations and poetry from some of the world's most remembered nature writers, as well as revealing many mysteries that surround us daily when we are in the outdoors. Lunch will include a small Italian beef sandwich, mostaccioli, salad and dessert. Monday, May 7 • 11:00am-1:00pm • $10M/$15NM Intergenerational Songfest Enjoy an afternoon of music and song featuring the Culver School Band, Orchestra and 3rd grade choir. There will also be performances by the Niles Senior Center Golden Notes and Rhythm Band. Light refreshments will be served after the show. Tuesday, May 8 • 1:00pm • $1.00 Spring BBQ - Hosted by NSC Men's Club Come celebrate spring with a Carnivale themed party! This is your excuse to wear your most festive attire and bring out your best dance moves as we crown the king and queen of samba! Chicago Samba will be providing the entertainment and our lunch will include: smoked beef brisket, grilled chicken, sides, beverage, and dessert. Forms for reserved seating must be returned by May 4. Friday, May 11 • 12:00-2:00pm • $15M/$20NM (Please register by May 9)
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Evening with the Stars Starring: Dennis Koppo We are pleased to welcome Dennis Koppo to the NSC stage. Dennis is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist who has graced the Drury Lane stage and performed with other bands in the area! Big band, country, and rock and roll…Dennis does it all! Fee includes: Two (2) glasses of wine, small bites and performance. Please register by 12pm, Thursday May 3. Friday, May 4 • 5:30pm-7:30pm • $12M/$17NM
80+ Birthday Party Are you celebrating an 80th, 85th, 90th, or 95th birthday this year? If so, the Men’s Club invites you to join them for lunch to celebrate YOUR special milestone! Lunch will be at Nancy’s Pizza (8706 Golf Rd.) and includes a meal and beer. Ladies who are celebrating a milestone birthday are welcome also! Fee includes meal and gratuity. Thursday, May 17 • 12:00pm • $15 Everyone
Jimmy Stewart- Icon on Film and American Hero with Barry Bradford Jimmy Stewart was one of the greatest and most popular American actors of all time. From 1935 – 1991 he appeared in over 90 films and television shows. His name alone drew people into theaters. Stewart’s amazing range has never fully been equaled. He was a star of both Westerns and screwball comedies, Hitchcock dramas and classic romance films. No matter what the role, Jimmy Stewart’s talent, commitment, and decency shown through. This fast-moving, incisive multimedia biography will certainly highlight some of his greatest films. We will only be able to talk about a sampling of his career because the sheer number of great movies made by Jimmy Stewart is amazing. Lunch will be served following the program. Menu includes broasted chicken, pasta salad and dessert. Wednesday, May 30 •10:30am-1:00pm •$10M/$15NM Evening with the Stars Starring:Melissa Rodriguez Friday, June 15 •5:30-7:30pm •$12M/17NM Details forthcoming: Please check lobby for more information.
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Fiesta Party with David's Bazaar DAVID'S BAZAAR is a veteran solo vocal-and-acoustic-guitar act from the western suburbs of Chicago. As the name implies, DAVID’S BAZAAR offers up a hodgepodge of musical wares, from the intimately familiar to off-the-beaten-path gems, from the fifties to 2017, from fiercely artistic to silly fun, from rock to pop to folk to country, from the uptempo sing-along to the deliciously atmospheric. DAVID’S BAZAAR also takes full advantage of today's technologies and utilizes state-of-the-art equipment to deliver superior arrangements and sound quality. Please select from one of the following meal options: 1) steak fajitas with rice, beans, salad and dessert 2) chicken kabob with rice, potato, salad and dessert. Friday, May 18 •12:00-2:00pm• $12M/$17NM
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The Di Bella Duo The duo has presented more than 3,500 programs in eleven years and is noted “the best of the best.” Join us for a beautiful afternoon with entertainment by The Di Bella Duo. By popular demand, Bernadette Hammond and Leonard Lauricella are back, and we can’t wait for this exciting performance! Lunch will include Italian beef sandwich, two side dishes, and dessert. Thursday, June 14 •12:30-2:30pm •$12M/$17NM Day at the Races What time is it? It’s Day at the Races time! Enjoy a lunch of a burger bar, toppings, side, beverage, and dessert and then cheer on your favorite horse! Cost includes game, meal, and prizes. Monday, June 18 • 10:30am •$9M/$13.50NM Star Spangled Songs with John Boda This presentation will cover many of the great American patriotic songs and the story behind them! John Boda traces America’s wars and the songs that emerged from each conflict starting with The Revolutionary War, into The Civil War, WWI, WWII, The Korean War, Vietnam, and even The Gulf War of recent years. Each song will be performed as well with invitation for sing-a-long after the brief history, which will be shown with pictures on screen. Songs and history covered will be “Yankee Doodle Dandy”, “Battle Hymn of the Republic”, “America the Beautiful”, “God Bless America” “God Bless the U.S.A." with more including the National Anthem – The Star Spangled Banner. Also a tribute is performed for all U.S. Veterans with an Armed Forces medley! Lunch includes a cheeseburger, coleslaw, watermelon and dessert. Friday, June 22 • 11:00am-1:00pm • $10M/$15NM Mimosa Mosaic Flower Pot Brunch Community Event Enjoy the morning with friends for a two-day event. The first day (June 27, 10:30 am) we will adhere the mosaic tile onto the flower pot, the unique design and placement of pieces are up to you! The mosaic pieces will need 24hrs to dry. We will meet the following day (June 28, 10:30 am) to grout the mosaic tiles over two mimosas and brunch. Brunch will include a variety of breakfast and lunch options. Don’t worry about talent; no prior experience is needed. Dress appropriately or wear a smock because we will be dealing with messy materials. Wednesday, June 27, 10:30am-12:30pm • Thursday, June 28, 10:30-12:30 •$10 (Under 21 years) $12 (Adults 21+years) - (Please Register by June 21)
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Rock in July with Bob Kalal Guitarist and vocalist Bob Kalal has over 35 years of professional musical experience. He has played not only guitar, but also banjo, ukulele, and keyboards and performed at many venues throughout Chicago and the suburbs. He also entertains at over 180 Senior Centers and runs a teaching and recording studio. Lunch will include a pulled chicken sandwich, two sides, and desserts. Monday, July 9 • 12:00-2:00pm • $12M/$17NM Bastille Day Celebration Starring: The Irving Sisters We couldn’t get enough of Elise LaBarge last year, so she is coming back with Sarah Simmons and Linda Kathleen Christ as The Irving Sisters. The three Irving Sisters are classically trained singers with Masters degrees in Music and a serious love of three-part harmony and jazz hands. They teach, they act, they sing opera, they sing cabaret. Mostly, they walk around with the tunes of the Andrews Sisters, the Boswell Sisters and the Chordettes bouncing around their heads, through their heels and into their microphone. We are thrilled to have them perform at our Bastille Day celebration this year! Menu includes: Roast beef, sides, bread, two (2) glasses of wine, and dessert. (Please register by July 10.) Thursday, July 12 • 5:30-7:30pm • $15M/$20NM Hugo’s Elvis Tribute Luncheon Elvis- August 1935-1977, Hugo presents a dynamic and informative tribute to the early years of the king of rock-n-roll with a clear-cut mission statement: keep Elvis' memory, image and music alive. Committing himself to this task, Hugo strives to take us back over 60 years to a special time in music history with his recreation of the hillbilly cat's early and iconic radio, television & movie performances of the 1950s. Elvis Presley was Southern-born and Southern-bred. His culinary tastes never varied far from Southern-style home cooking so we will celebrate his life with a Southern meal. Thursday, Aug 16 • 12:30-2:30pm • $12M/$17NM
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Golf
Seasonal Activities - Golf & Hooked-On Fishing
Mark your calendars Golfers!!! (Due to golf course construction, our season is starting a little later this year.) Men’s Golf Kick-Off • Wednesday, May 16 • 10:30am Women’s Golf Kick-Off • Friday, May 25 • 10:30am
Men's Golf Men's Golf - All tee times begin at 8:00am on Wednesdays at Tam Golf Course. Resident $20/Non-Resident $24. Price includes round of golf, lunch and prizes.
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Wednesdays July 25 Aug 8 Aug 22
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Women's Golf Women's Golf - All tee times begin at 8:48am on Fridays at Tam Golf Course. Resident $18/Non-Resident $22. Price includes round of golf, lunch and prizes.
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All outings meet at 8:00am at the designated location. Cost includes: morning snack and ice, bait and lunch. You must register at least one week prior to the outing. You can register for any or all outings and get maps/directions at the NSC Front Desk. $20/person (price includes continental breakfast, bait, prizes and lunch.) Fridays May 18 - Busse Woods June 15 - Lake Opeka July 20 - The Glen Aug 24 - Big Bear Little Bear Sept 21 - Lake Arlington
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Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month Events
Culture Club
Movie Presentation: The Namesake (2006, PG-13, 122min) Starring: Kal Penn Spanning over the course of about 25 years, The Namesake follows the lives of an Indian-American family, the Ganguli’s, their journey of preserving their Indian roots while trying to blend into life in the United States and the generational gap that forms between the parents and their son, Gogol, as he tries to find his own unique place and personality in the world while keeping true to his heritage. Menu includes: Gyros sandwich, chips, beverage, and dessert. Wednesday, May 2 • 12:00pm • $6M/$9NM • Movie ONLY, NO COST Buddhist Meditation Session Zen Meditation Practice permits an understanding and realization of the deeper and more subtle aspects of our lives and points toward a compassionate and more confident way of living. Rev. Kozan Jim Matson, of The Zen Buddhist Temple of Chicago will lead participants in a session of Zazen, which is seated meditation. Rev. Matson has been involved at the Zen Buddhist Temple of Chicago for the past 30 years and has been performing in the role of a Zen Teacher for the past 15. After the session, we will offer a meal of Chinese chopped salad with chicken, roll, beverage and dessert. Thursday, May 17 • 10:30am • Session only, $5 • Session and meal, $9 Belly Dance Lesson - Led by Hip Empowerment Circle Come experience this magical ancient Southeast Asian dance. Once just considered a performance art, women of all cultures, ages, and backgrounds are exploring the world of belly dance as a workout and self-empowerment tool. Event details will be released in mid-April. Please check lobby for more information. Movie Presentation: In The Matter of Cha Jung Hee (2010, 64min) In the Matter of Cha Jung Hee follows acclaimed filmmaker Deann Borshay Liem as she returns to her native Korea to find her “double,” the mysterious girl whose place she took in America. Traversing the landscapes of memory, amnesia and identity, while also uncovering layers of misinformation in her adoption, this moving and provocative film probes the ethics of international adoptions and reveals the cost of living with someone else’s identity. Part mystery, part personal odyssey, it raises fundamental questions about who we are…and who we could be but for the hands of fate. Meal includes sweet and sour chicken, white rice, egg roll, beverage, and dessert. Thursday, May 31 • 12:00pm • $6M/$9NM • Movie ONLY, NO COST
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Immigrant Heritage Month Stopping Traffic: The Movement to End Sex-Trafficking (2017, TV-14, 79min) With 27 million victims, human trafficking is the 2nd largest criminal enterprise in the world. Not just a back-alley enterprise in underdeveloped regions, it’s also prevalent in the U.S. and industrial nations. Stopping Traffic: The Movement to End Sex Trafficking starts the conversation on a taboo topic – with raw images of life on the streets, heart-pounding rescues and gut-wrenching, personal stories – ultimately offering a story of hope and empowerment, with the goal of engaging others in launching a movement to end modern-day slavery. Stopping Traffic takes an unflinching, first-hand look at this shadowy underworld, telling the shocking story through the eyes of survivors, veteran activists, front-line rescue organizations and celebrities who support the cause. Meal includes: Charbroiled BBQ chicken, sides, beverage, and dessert. Thursday, June 21 • 4:30pm • Movie and dinner, $11 • Movie only, $4 I Learn America (2014, 93 minutes) At the International High School in Lafayette, a Brooklyn public school dedicated to newly arrived immigrants from all over the world, five teenagers strive to master English, adapt to families they haven’t seen in years, and create a future of their own while coming of age in a new land. This documentary follows the stories of Sing, a refugee from Myanmar; Brandon from Guatemala who is reuniting with his mother in America after 10 years apart; Sandra, an undocumented tomboy from Poland; Jennifer, a fierce spitfire from the Dominican Republic; and Itrat from Pakistan as she chooses between returning to Pakistan to marry or remaining in America to go to college and build her independence. Over a school year, amidst the complexity and diversity of American life in and out of school, “we learn America” though the lives of these resilient teenagers. Afterwards, we will be offering a dinner of: Grilled chicken, sides, beverage, and dessert. Wednesday, June 27 • 3:00pm • Movie & meal $9M/$13.50NM • Movie only, $4
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South Pacific- Drury Lane Theatre (Waitlist Only) (Anticipate minimal walking) Location - Oakbrook Book by Oscar Hammerstein II and Joshua Logan adapted from the Pulitzer Prize –winning novel. More timely than ever, this Rodgers & Hammerstein landmark musical proves that even the backdrop of a tropical paradise cannot shelter its residents from the prejudices of World War II. South Pacific is the winner of the 1950 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and ten Tony Awards including Best Musical. Lunch will include a cup of soup and a choice between: 1) sautéed tilapia with tomato basil relish and roasted shallot mashed potatoes 2) bistro steak with bordelaise sauce served with roasted shallot mashed potatoes and dessert. Thursday, May 3 • Check-in: 10:15am • Depart 10:45am-5:00pm • $75M/$80NM
Trips
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Mystery Trip (Anticipate 1 block walking, or bus can pick-up if need & optional dancing) Location - Chicago This is a one-of-a-kind entertainment – an immersive comedy show. It invites the audience to actively participate in all festivities. Lunch includes Italian garden salad, penne pasta in a vodka crème sauce with sausage and peppers, french bread with butter, and cake. Wednesday, May 23 • Check-in 10:00am • Depart 10:30am-2:30pm • $79M/$84NM
Anderson Japanese Gardens (Anticipate heavy walking) Location - Rockford Anderson Japanese Gardens (Rockford) heavy walking We will arrive at the Japanese Gardens around 10:00 am and enjoy a private two-hour guided tour that will inspire the mind and energize the soul. The beautiful outdoor setting provides inspiration that fosters a connection with nature, focuses curiosity, and enhances interpersonal relationships. The trip is heavy walking, and the tour offers a flat path or full tour which involves stairs. There are benches throughout the garden to sit and relax. Fresco at the Gardens will be providing a buffet lunch which will include Fresca salad, Cuban panini or avocado turkey wrap, fresh fruit display, lemon bars, and beverage. Thursday, June 7 • Check-in: 8:00am • Depart 8:30 -3:30pm • $60M/65NM (Registration deadline is May 17)
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Food & Cultural China Town Tour (Anticipate heavy walking) Location - Chicago Chicago Chinese Cultural Institute is offering a food & cultural tour that will last approximately 3 hours. For the foodies in all of us, the Chinatown Food tour travels between the restaurants of Chinatown, sampling delicacies from all of China’s regions. The tour also introduces our guests to traditional Chinese tea and medicine in some of Chinatown’s oldest shops. You will visit three restaurants, one tea/ herbal store, and one bakery. Tuesday, May 29 • Check-in 10:00am • Depart 10:30am-3:00pm • $80M/$85NM (Registration deadline is May 1)
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Fitzgerald's Fish Boil & Lake Geneva Boat Tour (Anticipate minimal walking) Location - Wisconsin Fitzgerald’s is known for their all-you-can-eat North Atlantic cod boiled in traditional outdoor kettles year-round for that one of a kind mouth watering taste that has made them legendary. It starts with boiling fresh potatoes and whole onions outdoors over a wood fire. Then they add in fresh cod to each batch. As they stir the boiling kettles, they keep adding wood to the fire and simultaneously grill their locally famous BBQ chicken. Lunch will include North Atlantic cod and honey BBQ chicken, coleslaw, fresh rye bread, sweet red potatoes and onions, and for dessert, a frosted apple square will round out the meal. After lunch, we will relax and enjoy all the scenic beauty of Lake Geneva with a fully narrated tour as you cruise around lovely Geneva Lake in approximately two hours. A snack bar and cash bar provide refreshments while you are on board. Wednesday, June 20 • Check-in: 10:00am • Depart: 10:30am–7:00pm • $70M/$75NM (Registration deadline is May 30)
Theater on the Lake (Anticipate minimal walking) Location - Chicago Located at Fullerton Avenue and Lake Shore Drive, Theater on the Lake is a historic building that offers breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline. Performances are scheduled during the last two weeks in June in the evening, but the dates and times are still in the planning phase. More information provided during April. Please contact Chrisann Fahy (847) 588-8436 or cf@vniles.com if you’re interested in attending this event and we will notify you of more details closer to the performance. June 18-June 21 are the prospective dates.
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Chicago Dogs Minor Baseball Team in Rosemont Community Event (Anticipate heavy walking) Location - Rosemont Rosemont world-class stadium will be the home of the newest expansion team of the American Association of Independent Professional Baseball, which is the largest and most successful independent minor league baseball league in the United States. We have tickets seated in the infield box, nice and close to the action! Tickets include soft drinks and a variety of food items that will be catered by the venue. The Niles Senior Center is offering two different transportation options on your own or bus service, pricing below. Tuesday, June 26 • Ticket with bus Check-in 10:00am • Depart 10:30am-3:00pm • $50 • Transportation on your own, game starts at 11:30am-2:30pm • $30 (Registration deadline is May 29)
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3-1 Chew Chicago Food & Neighborhood Tour (Anticipate heavy walking .7-mile total with breaks between restaurants) Location - Bucktown & Wicker Park The 3-1-Chew is a narrated, guided Neighborhood Food Experience that visits six food tasting locations in the hip neighborhoods of Bucktown and Wicker Park. Delicious food samplings, enough for a hearty lunch, are served from “mom and pop” specialty restaurants and one-of-a-kind local cafés. Chicago Food Planet’s expert guides share their knowledge of gastronome favorites, vibrant parks, architectural gems, hidden speakeasies and exciting local entertainment options. The 3-1-Chew Neighborhood Food Experience is perfect for Chicago locals interested in expanding their culinary palate and education. They guarantee that you’ll walk away from this event with a happy smile and a satisfied appetite! Wednesday, July 11 • Check-in 10:30am • Depart 11:00am-2:30pm • $70M/$75NM (Registration deadline is June 20)
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Odyssey Chicago River Cruise (Waitlist Only) (Anticipate heavy stairs and walking to board cruise) Location - Downtown Chicago Join us for the best views of Chicago’s skyline and attractions on a summer afternoon on the NEW all-glass enclosed vessel. Elegant and sophisticated two hour Chicago River cruise. You will be served a three-course plated meal while being entertained by a DJ and dancing. Wednesday, July 18 • Check-in 10:30am • Depart 11:00am-3:30pm • $86M/$91NM
Wisconsin State Fair (Anticipate heavy walking) Location- Milwaukee This year marks 166 years of celebrating “the original” summer tradition in Wisconsin! The Wisconsin State Fair continues to be the state’s premier summer event, offering 11 days of agricultural events, entertainment, attractions and of course, food! The trip includes the bus ride and entrance fee. The rest of the trip you are on your own to explore the fair. Thursday, August 2 • Check-in 8:00am • Depart: 8:30am-4:30pm • $30M/35NM (Registration deadline is July 12)
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White Pine Theater Presenting Forever Plaid Musical/Comedy (Minimal walking) Location - Mount Morris, IL You will have 45 minutes to relax and explore White Pines State Park; there are 385 acres of peace and tranquility waiting for you here, with miles of hiking trails to explore the wonders of nature. Before the show, we will have a fabulous home-cooked buffet with three types of meat, salads, vegetable du jour, homemade mashed potatoes and gravy, fresh-baked bread, beverage, and dessert. Lost in a fatal crash, The Plaids - a high school male quartet - are given a chance to return to earth and fulfill their dream performance. This smash hit musical is a 'heavenly' revue featuring popular songs from the 50’s & 60’s like “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Catch a Falling Star,” “Day – O” and many other great hits. Thursday, July 26 • Check-in 8:15am-• Depart 8:45-5:45pm • $60M/$65NM (Registration deadline is June 5)
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Galena Here We Come! The City of Galena is located in the unglaciated area of Northwest Illinois. A visit to Galena is truly like stepping back in time. Eighty-five percent of Galena's buildings are in a National Register Historic District. Even the scenic beauty of the surrounding hills and valleys is a testament to being untouched by time. You’ll understand the real meaning of the phrase “shop ‘til you drop” once you hit the streets of Galena Country. Voted one of “America’s Best Main Street” by Fodor’s Travel and Parade.com, you’ll love browsing through Galena’s 19th-century downtown with more than 100 storefronts featuring clothing, jewelry, collectibles, specialty items, gifts and more! Note: the trip includes pricing for all the meals, tours, hotel, and travel. Wednesday, Sept 5 – Thursday, Sept 6 $300M/$305NM Single Room Occupancy $250M/$255NM Double Room Occupancy (Registration deadline is July 2) Trip Itinerary Day 1 - 9/5/2018 - Check-in 8:30 am Depart 9:00 am 12:00pm arrive in Galena, lunch at Fried Green Tomatoes 1:30pm -3:30pm on your own time, enjoy downtown Galena. 3:50pm arrive at Chestnut Mountain Resort, check-in, relax and freshen up. 5:30pm narrated boat tour from Chestnut Mountain Resort 7:00pm sunset dinner overlooking the river at Chestnut Mountain Resort 8:30pm enjoy the rest of your evening on your own
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Day 2 - 9/6/2018 8:00am – 11:00 am full breakfast $15.00 voucher for the Summit Restaurant located in the hotel 9:40am depart for downtown Galena for two hours on your own time. If you plan on staying and relaxing at the hotel the bus will pick you up at 11:30am to bring you downtown to reconvene with the group for lunch. 12:00pm fabulous lunch at the DeSota House Hotel 1:30pm narrated trolley ride tour 2:30pm Galena History Museum 4:00pm Massbach Ridge vineyard tour, wine tasting, and pizza dinner. 6:00pm start heading home. 9:00pm return to Niles
DEAR EVAN HANSEN comes to Broadway at the Oriental Theater A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he’s always wanted: a chance to finally fit in. Dear Evan Hansen is the deeply personal and profoundly contemporary musical about life and the way we live it. The hottest ticket since Hamilton. Register to reserve your seat today! A light lunch at the Niles Senior Center will be served prior to the show. Wednesday, Mar 6, 2019 • Check-in:11:30am • Lunch 12:00pm • Depart: 12:30pm -6:45 pm • $125M/$130NM main floor seating Payment options : $25M/NM deposit due May 31st $50M/$55NM 1st payment installment by August 31st $50M/$55NM final payment by November 30th
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Save the Date! Cantigny Museum & Garden Tour Details coming soon! Wednesday, Aug 22
Bastille Day Thursday, July 12 • 5:30-7:30pm • $15M/$20NM
National Senior Center Month Celebration Friday, Sept 14 • 5:30-7:30pm • $15M/$20NM
Evening with the Stars Friday, July 20 • 5:30-7:30pm
Fall BBQ Friday, Sept 21•12:00-2:00pm • $15M/$20NM
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Ice Cream Social All you can eat ice cream bar, followed with entertainment by popular Edizon Dayao Monday, July 2 • 2:00-3:30pm • $6M/$9NM
Miscellaneous Coffee & Conversation - Niles Police Department Join your neighbors and police officers for coffee and conversation. No agendas or speeches, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers in your neighborhood. Friday, May 4 • 9:00-11:00am • Niles Senior Center Active Senior Expo Stop by our table and say hello at the Active Senior Expo. The expo will be held at White Eagle Banquets. Wednesday, June 13• 9:30am- 2:00pm • White Eagle Banquets
Pickle-Ball! Pickle-ball is the fastest growing sport in America. Played with a paddle and plastic ball, it is an easy-to-learn sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong. Come join the group for fun and get an awesome work out while you're at it! For more information, call 847-588-8400. Tuesdays & Fridays, 10:00am • Niles Fitness Center Volleyball! Come join our volleyball group for some laughs and good old-fashioned fun! For more information, call 847-588-8400.. Thursdays, 10:00am • Niles Fitness Center
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Refer-a-Friend & Get a Chance to Win a $10 Gift Certificate! Sharing is caring! Share your experiences at the NSC with a friend, and if they register to become a member, you will be entered into a drawing to win a $10 gift certificate towards any program at the NSC! Have them mention your name when they register and you will automatically be entered. Drawings will be held monthly.
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A Message from Our Social Worker.....
Social Services
Managing the Stress of Chronic Illness As people continue to live longer, it’s hard to find a family not affected by chronic illness. While a person might fully recover from a sudden illness in a few days, chronic illness lingers – creating lasting stress and potential family conflict. Cancer, heart disease, and neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, are just some of the many medical conditions requiring patients and their families to adjust to medical, emotional and caregiving challenges. Understanding as much as possible about a new diagnosis, with the help of a medical team and family advocates, is a good first step. Doctors and family members may have good ideas about resources to access effective medical treatments, community resources and social support. People facing chronic illness are often worried about challenges to their independence. The question, “Will I be able to take care of myself?” is a difficult question for newly diagnosed people and their close family members to answer honestly. Chronic illnesses affect people differently, making them challenging situations to predict and plan for. A person’s natural desire to remain independent when faced with physical changes may suddenly be questioned by concerned family members. Yet to encourage a person’s sense of hope about the future, it is critical to find creative ways to maintain as much independence as possible. Maybe that might involve family members sharing turns transporting a chronically-ill relative to a favorite club or other cherished activity. Maintaining familiar routines can be a source of joy when faced with the uncertainty of a new illness.
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Identifying caregiver burnout is also an important area to address. While a spouse may say they are able to care for their partner round-the-clock, all people need respite from caregiving to stay emotionally and physically well. Keeping family communication open about ways to share caregiving responsibilities is important. Also exploring hiring in-home care may be an important part of keeping every family member healthy. The stress of a new diagnosis can feel overwhelming. If you, or a friend, have questions about how to cope better with chronic illness, or have questions about available community resources, please contact Melanie Amin, LCSW, Senior Social Work Coordinator at (847) 588-8420.
Dinner & Discussion Group: Grief, Loss and Change
While this group will support people coping with grief and bereavement, we welcome participants managing other types of loss. The program is open to Niles residents only and will meet the fourth Wednesday of each month. Attendees have the option to purchase an early dinner and there is no cost to attend the program without the meal. Registration is required. Please contact Melanie at 847-588-8420 for more information and to register. Wednesday, May 23 • 4:00pm Wednesday, June 27 • 4:00pm
For Your Information
Effective May 1, 2018, all program fees must be paid in full at time of registration. We are no longer able to hold a seat without payment. Individuals on a waitlist will be called if there is an opening and given 48 hours to provide payment. Waitlist payments must be made in person. If payment is not received, the next individual on the list will be contacted. Village of Niles eNewsletter Would you like to know more about the Village of Niles? Sign up for the E-Newsletter today by going to www.vniles.com/eNewsletter and completing the short form. You can sign up for Emergency alerts as well! Sign up today!
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NEW Registration Policy Register Early: A lot of planning goes into creating quality programs for our members and guests. If you are interested in a program, please sign up early to ensure that your class is not cancelled. Registration may be made by cash, check, Visa, Mastercard or Discover. Credit card payments can also be made online. Registration by phone can only be made when an account credit is available to cover the entire cost.
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31st Annual Paint-a-Thon If the exterior of your home needs painting, consider applying for the 31st Annual PaintA-Thon program. Contact the Senior Center for more information and to be added to the interest list. As soon as applications are available (usually in early May), we will contact you. Applicants must be over the age of sixty, or with a permanent disability, or a veteran. There are income and other criteria, but all are encouraged to apply. There is no cost to the homeowner and volunteer groups complete all work.
10 things to know about your new Medicare card 1. Your new card will automatically come to you. You don’t need to do anything as long as your address is up to date. If you need to update your address, visit your mySocial Security account. 2. Your new card will have a new Medicare Number that’s unique to you, instead of your Social Security Number. This will help to protect your identity. 3. Your Medicare coverage and benefits will stay the same. 4. Mailing takes time. Your card may arrive at a different time than your friend’s or neighbor’s. 5. Your new card is paper, which is easier for many providers to use and copy. 6. Once you get your new Medicare card, destroy your old Medicare card and start using your new card right away. 7. If you’re in a Medicare Advantage Plan (like an HMO or PPO), your Medicare Advantage Plan ID card is your main card for Medicare—you should still keep and use it whenever you need care. However, you also may be asked to show your new Medicare card, so you should carry this card too. 8. Doctors, other health care providers and facilities know it’s coming and will ask for your new Medicare card when you need care, so carry it with you. 9. Only give your new Medicare Number to doctors, pharmacists, other health care providers, your insurers, or people you trust to work with Medicare on your behalf. 10. If you forget your new card, you, your doctor or other health care provider may be able to look up your Medicare Number online.
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Medicare cards are coming Medicare is mailing new Medicare cards to all people with Medicare starting in April 2018.
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Policies
Policies
Membership Niles residents may purchase a membership to the NSC for $20 a year per person, or $30 a year for two residing at the same address. Non-residents may purchase a membership to the NSC for $35 a year per person, or $45 a year for two residing at the same address. Members receive the bi-monthly program guide and priority registration with member pricing. Your membership card must be scanned in at the front desk to allow access to the Center including the card room, billiards room, main lobby with large screen TV and Free WiFi, library for books & movies, and multi-media center. Registration So that we may contact you in the event of a cancellation, all programs, both FREE and paid, require registration. Payment is due at the time of registration. Registration is available online, by mail or in person at the Senior Center. Registration by phone can only be made when an account credit is available to cover the entire cost. All program fees must be paid in full at time of registration. We are no longer able to hold a seat without payment. Individuals on a waitlist will be called if there is an opening and given 48 hours to provide payment. Waitlist payments must be made in person. If payment is not received, the next individual on the list will be contacted. Refunds Programs cancelled by the NSC due to low enrollment, weather, or other scheduling conflicts, will be fully refunded to the payor. In the event a registrant cancels less than 24 hours prior to the program (excluding trips), the Program Coordinator and/or Director will make a determination regarding a refund. Refunds will be made to the payor of the event by account credit, refund check or a refund to the credit card used at the time of registration (Please note that refund checks may take up to thirty days from the date of cancellation). Trip Cancellation Policy Fees for day trips are non-refundable within 10 working days of the trip if a replacement cannot be found. Please call and speak with a staff person if you cannot attend the trip. If we are successful in finding a replacement, the payor of the trip will receive a refund by account credit, refund check or a refund to the credit card used at the time of registration.
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Code of Conduct Participants are expected to maintain an accepted level of conduct and hygiene so as not to cause harm or distress to self or others. Disruptive behaviors that affect others will be immediately addressed and may call for immediate and/or permanent dismissal of the participant. Parking Vehicles must be parked in a designated space. If a parked vehicle is taking up more than one space, it is not an acceptable excuse for another operator to do the same. Drivers should be aware that spaces in prime locations tend to fill up quickly. Depending on your time of arrival, the outer lots may be the best choice for parking. Should the staff witness or be notified of any issues in the Senior Center lot, including locked cars with engines running, parking illegally in or next to a handicapped spot, fender benders, and/or observed difficulty with driving, the police will be called to respond. Permission to Photograph Photos are periodically taken of participants in a class, during a special event or any other Senior Center function. These photos are for Village of Niles use and may be used in Village publications. Americans with Disabilities Act The Village of Niles intends to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by making reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. We hope that this will enhance our building’s appearance and make your efforts to be informed easier. If you or someone you know with a disability requires accommodations for a Village service or have any questions about the Village’s compliance, please contact Steven Vinezeano, Village Manager, Village Administration Building, 1000 Civic Center Drive, Niles, IL 60714.
In memory of... Dolores Kujawa, Doris Pasternack, Lynne Weaver A memorial sign is placed at the front desk when we hear a member has passed.
Services Gift Certificates
Available at the front desk
Handicapped Placards
Forms available at the front desk.
Medical Lending Closet
Walkers, canes, or wheelchairs available for short term use to Niles residents.
Notary Public
The Senior Center has a notary on staff. No appointment is needed, but please call before you come in to verify availability. Documents must not be signed beforehand and a photo ID is required.
Program Guide
FREE M/$1NM or FREE online at www.vniles.com
Optelec Clear Reader
A photo is taken of typed materials, such as a magazine, newspaper, or book, and reads the information out loud. The Reader is available for use in the multi-media center.
Ventra Card
Applications available. Photos taken for a $3.00 processing fee.
SHIP Appointments
(Senior Health Insurance Program) Call for appointment.
TDD (Hearing Impaired Phone) 847-588-8487
Will Appointments Call for more information.
Yard Waste Stickers
Available for $2.00 each at the front desk The NSC reserves the right to correct errors in this publication
Mail-in Registration Form
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Registration Starts: Tuesday, April 10M • April 17NM **Please let us know at the time of registration if special accommodations are needed.**
MEMBER ID #
PROGRAM NAME
Payment Information: Cash Paid $_________
COURSE #
FEE
Registration
Name _____________________________________________ Phone _______________________________
Check #_____________ Payable to the “Village of Niles”
The release entered by and between ___________________, (“Participant”) and the Village of Niles, its successors, assignees, employees and agents (“Village of Niles”), is entered this _____ day of ______ 20___. Therefore, I _ (initials)_agree that any claim or suit that is pursued against me as a result of my participation in the Activity specified herein, including but not limited to, claims of property damage, personal injury, and intentional tort, are my sole responsibility. I release the Village of Niles, the Department, and its officers, employees, attorneys, and agents, from all judgments, payments, damages and claims, including all costs, expenses and attorneys’ fees incurred by me in defending against any such claim. I will not seek legal representation, contribution, or indemnification from the Village of Niles in connection with any such claim, under any theory of vicarious liability or otherwise. I _ (initials)_further recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury associated with the Activity, and I agree to assume the full risk of any injuries, including death, damages, or loss which I may sustain as a result of participating in the Activity on a volunteer basis. I hereby waive, release and discharge any and all claims for personal injury, death or property damage which I may have, or which may hereafter accrue to me, as a result of my participation in the Activity. I agree to indemnify and to hold harmless the Village, the Department, and its officers, employees, attorneys, and agents from any loss, liability, damage, cost, or expense which they may incur as the result of my death, injury, or property damage that I sustain while participating in the Activity. This waiver, release and assumption of risk is binding upon my heirs and assigns. I _ (initials) _further agree that if any claim or suit is pursued by me or on my behalf as a result of injuries from the Activity specified herein against the Village of Niles, the Department, and its officers, employees, attorneys, and agents, I will Indemnify and Hold Harmless these parties from all judgments, payments, damages and claims, including all costs, expenses and attorneys’ fees incurred by these parties in defending against such claim. I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS WAIVER AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY, AND A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE VILLAGE OF NILES AND ME, AND I SIGN IT OF MY FREE WILL. THIS WAIVER SHALL BE IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT UNTIL THE VILLAGE RECEIVES WRITTEN NOTICE OF MY DISCONTINUANCE IN THE PROGRAM.
__________________________________________________________ Date _______ / _______ Signature (Release & Hold Harmless Agreement)
Maine Township Assessors Office Niles Township Assessors Office Niles Free Bus Pace Bus Social Security Office - 705 N Wheeling Rd, Mount Prospect Village of Niles Administration Building, Mayor’s Office, Village Manager, Village Clerk, Vehicle Sticker, Voter Registration Community Development Family Services Fire Department, EMERGENCY Non-Emergency Niles Family Fitness Center Niles Family Services Food Pantry Police Department, EMERGENCY Non-Emergency Public Services, Garbage Collection, Forestry, Water Main Breaks Water Billing
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Frequently Called Numbers
999 Civic Center Drive Niles, Illinois 60714 847-588-8420 www.vniles.com
HOURS M-F 8:30am - 5:00pm
First Class Mail
Nights & weekends as scheduled
MAYOR Andrew Przybylo TRUSTEES George D. Alpogianis John C. Jekot Joe LoVerde Danette O’Donovan Matyas Denise M. McCreery Dean Strzelecki VILLAGE MANAGER Steven C. Vinezeano VILLAGE CLERK Marlene J. Victorine SENIOR CENTER DIRECTOR Kelly Mickle PROGRAM COORDINATORS Jaymi Blickhahn Milcah Baraona Chrisann Fahy SOCIAL WORKERS Melanie Amin Barbara Duran Bev Wessels MAINTENANCE Marco Aviles RECEPTIONIST Jolanta Banasiak ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Bernadette Knapik
Label REGISTRATION DATES Tuesday, April 10M
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NEW Registration Policy Register Early: A lot of planning goes into creating quality programs for our members and guests. If you are interested in a program, please sign up early to ensure that your class is not cancelled. Registration may be made by cash, check, Visa, Mastercard or Discover. Credit card payments can also be made online. Registration by phone can only be made when an account credit is available to cover the entire cost. Effective May 1, 2018, all program fees must be paid in full at time of registration. We are no longer able to hold a seat without payment. Individuals on a waitlist will be called if there is an opening and given 48 hours to provide payment. Waitlist payments must be made in person. If payment is not received, the next individual on the list will be contacted.