S.T.A.R. Connections
September 2015
Centennial Activity Center • 100 S. Western Ave., Park Ridge, IL 60068 • 847-692-3597 • www.prparks.org
34th Annual Variety Show
Centennial Activity Center Art Exhibit Thurs., Sept. 24 6:30pm-8:30pm This exhibit showcases the Center members that participate in art classes at the Center as well as local community artists. Ranging across a variety of mediums, both self-taught and classically trained artists come together to exhibit their talent. Gallery receptions are open to the public. Light refreshments are served. For more info, call the Centennial Activity Center at 847-692-3597. Pre-Registration: $8 Day-of-Event: $9 Class #42543
SAVE THE DATE: FLU SHOTS October 7 • 10:00am-12pm October 8 • 3:00pm-5:00pm
“Hooray for Hollywood”
All are invited to the Annual S.T.A.R. Variety Show. Enjoy a delicious dinner on Saturday or a delightful brunch on Sunday…or both! A limited amount of tickets for show only will be sold at the door the day of the event for $10. Saturday, Sept. 19 dinner begins at 4:00pm; show begins at 6:00pm. Sunday, Sept. 20 brunch begins at 11:00am; show begins at 1:00pm. Dinner Menu: ¼ slab ribs, piece of baked chicken, baked potato, garden salad, dessert. Brunch Menu: egg and potato lasagna layered with hash browns and cheese, assortment of danishes, breakfast sausage, and fresh fruit. Class 42549 42551 42550 42552
Day Sa Sa Su Su
Date Sept 19 Sept 19 Sept 20 Sept 20
Time 4:00pm 5:30pm 11:00am 1:00pm
Fee $18 $10 (show only) $18 $10 (show only)
2015 Annual Holiday Bazaar Saturday, November 7 • 10:00am-3:00pm Shop for handmade crafts, sweaters and afghans, baked goods, and yesterday’s treasures. Support the Centennial Activity Center! Lunch items available for purchase. $1.00 admission at the door. We need your HELP! Do you have unwanted household items, tools, or knick knacks? We'll sell them for you! Collection begins October 13. Carts and staff will help unload your donations 11:00am-3:00pm, MondayFriday. For a complete donation list, please see the registration office. We will not accept clothing, shoes, large furniture, VHS, or magazines. Calling all Bakers! Continuing the tradition of the annual Bazaar Bake Sale, we are asking our members to make a donation of baked goods. Sign up by calling the registration office at 847-692-3597. Drop-off for the baked goods is Nov. 6. Please make sure to list all ingredients.
Centennial Activity Center and S.T.A.R. Advisory Council — Ideas? Concerns? Contact the advisory council members.
Robert Murray murray0921@att.net
Roger Loeffler rogerloeffler@att.net
Sharon Martin mumoof5@att.net
Theresa Shannon theresashan@aol.com
Jan Zeunert jan.zeunert@gmail.com
Services LIBRARY The Activity Center features a new and improved library. Besides the hundreds of books housed in the library (generously donated by our members), we have two computers, Cable TV, and Wi-Fi.
Weekly Drop-In Fun! These activities are open to members. Non-members pay a $2 daily admission if participating in these programs. For further information on any of these activities, please contact the registration office at 847-692-3597.
Time
Class
Fee
9:00am–10:00am
Exercise
$3/class
9:30am–Noon
Ceramics
$7/class
10:30am–11:30am
Exercise
$3/class
1:00pm–4:00pm
Pinochle (2nd Mon of the month)
Free
1:00pm–5:00pm
Table Tennis
Free
2:30pm–3:30pm
Uketones
Free
Anytime
Cards & Games
Free
9:00am
Police Breakfast (3rd Tues of the month)
Free
9:30am–Noon
Ceramics
$7/class
12:30pm-3:00pm
Mah-Jongg
Free
1:00pm
Bunco (3rd Tues of the month)
Free
1:00pm–5:00pm
Table Tennis
Free
Anytime
Cards & Games
Free
9:00am–10:00am
Exercise
$3/class
9:30am–Noon
Social Worker
Free
10:30am–11:30am
Exercise
$3/class
1:00pm-4:30pm
Gamers
Free
1:00pm–5:00pm
Table Tennis
Free
6:30pm-9:30pm
Wed. Night Bridge Group
Free
Anytime
Cards & Games
Free
10:15am–11:15am
Humanities
Free
1:00pm
Bowling at River Rand
$4.50/2 games $6.25/3 games
1:00pm–4:30pm
Couple’s Bridge (2nd Thurs of the month)
Free
1:00pm–4:30pm
Pinochle (3rd Thurs of the month)
Free
LENDING CLOSET
1:00pm–5:00pm
Table Tennis
Free
If you are in need of medical equipment, please call 847-692-3597. We have a limited amount of equipment, including wheelchairs, walkers, canes, shower chairs, and commodes.
Anytime
Cards & Games
Free
9:00am–10:00am
Exercise
$3/class
9:00am–Noon
Duplicate Bridge
Free
9:30am–10:30am
Blood Pressure & Blood Sugar Screening (3rd Fri of the month)
Free
10:30am–11:30am
Exercise
$3/class
1:00pm–4:30pm
Gamers
Free
1:00pm–5:00pm
Table Tennis
Free
1:00pm–5:00pm
Pinochle
Free
1:00pm–5:00pm
Bridge Mixer
Free
1:00pm-5:00pm
Pinochle (4th Sun. of Mo.)
Free
BLOOD PRESSURE & BLOOD SUGAR SCREENINGS Hosted by Presence Healthcare Friday, September 18 • 9:30am-10:30am
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FREE SERVICE! No appointments necessary.
SOCIAL WORKER
Wednesdays • 9:30am-Noon North Shore Senior Center social worker Jean Dutton is available on a walk-in basis for counseling and supportive services. You may also reach her at 847-242-6208.
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RULES OF THE ROAD
Tuesday, September 1 • 9:00am-11:00am Reviewing the Rules of the Road can assist you in preparing for your upcoming driver’s license test. Please call the Activity Center to register at 847-692-3597.
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AARP DRIVERS SAFETY CLASS
Tu/Th, September 22 & 24 • 9:00am-1:00pm A refresher for drivers age 55 & up that may entitle you to a discount on your auto liability insurance. You must attend both days. Call 847-692-3597 to register. Checks payable to AARP; $15 AARP Members; $20 non-AARP members. Please give payment to the instructor.
NOTARY SERVICES Notary services are available at the Centennial Activity Center by appointment only. The signer(s) must be present and provide government issued identification. Please call Kathlyn at 847-692-3035 for an appointment time.
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Fitness & Specialty Classes EXERCISE
YOGA I
This class gives you a variety of activities, stretching, strength training, and floor exercise. You can go at your own pace! Come give it a try. Your first class is free. Pay per class or purchase a 10 visit punch card.
Designed for the beginner or student who wants a class that moves at a slower pace. Exercises are done slowly with proper breathing techniques. Chairs are available. Newcomers may try the first class for free if space is available. Instructor: Megan Lenz. No class 9/17, 11/26, and 12/8. Registration deadline is 9/2 & 9/4.
Day Time M/W/F 9:00am & 10:30am Punch Card (M/Guest): $25/$45
TAP DANCING
M/Guest $3/$5 per class
Class
Do you love watching famous tap dancers such as Gene Kelley, Gregory Hines, Ann Miller and Savion Glover? Discover the exciting study of tap. We’ll show you how to shuffle, flap, and ball change. Give it a try! Registration deadline: 10/9 Class Day Level Date
Time
M/Guest
42521 Tu Beg/Int 10/13-12/15 1:30-2:30pm $30/$33 41921 Tu Adv.
10/13-12/15 1:30-2:30pm $30/$33
TAI CHI FOR HEALTH Tai Chi is a gentle, low impact approach to fitness that can help ease the pain and stiffness of arthritis and other chronic conditions. Increase flexibility, muscle strength, heart and lung activity, posture, and help prevent falls. Class can be done standing or modified to chair practicing at your own pace. No class 11/27. Day Date
42637
F
Time
M/Guest
YOGA II This class is designed for the yoga student that can move at a faster pace. Benefits include building your core strength and reducing your blood pressure. Chairs are available. Newcomers may try the first class for free if space is available. Instructor: Megan Lenz. No class 9/17, 11/26, and 12/8. Registration deadline is 9/2 & 9/4. Class
Class
Day Date
42590 Tu 9/8-12/22 12:45pm-1:45pm $88/$97 42592 Th 9/10-12/17 12:45pm-1:45pm $76/$84
Time
M/Guest
10/30-12/18 1:30pm-2:15pm $51/$56
PILATES
Day Date
Time
M/Guest
42591 Tu 9/8-12/22 11:30am-12:30pm $88/$97 42593 Th 9/10-12/17 11:30am-12:30pm $76/$84
CHAIR YOGA Yoga is all about flexibility…and we are flexible about whether we sit on a chair or chairs. Just bring yourself, your enthusiasm and a desire to “be here now” in your life and your body. Class size is limited, so sign up today. No class 9/17 & 11/26. Registration deadline: 9/4 Class
Day
43513 Th
Date
Time
M/Guest
9/10-12/17 10:30am-11:15am $76/$84
This low impact Pilates will help you get lean without the use of dumbbells or heavy machines. Lengthen and strengthen your muscles, improve flexibility, balance and posture. Instructor: Megan Lenz. Newcomers may try the first class for free. No class 9/9 & 11/7. Registration deadline: 8/31
Wouldn’t you like to have a gorgeous, washable yoga mat bag made by you? Join us to make your own washable yoga bag for class. Registration deadline: 9/18. All supplies are included.
Class
Class
Day Date
Time
M/Guest
42522 Sa 9/5-12/19 11:00am-12:00pm $72/$77
STYLISH YOGA MAT BAG
Day Date
42645 Tu
Sept 22
Time
M/Guest
10:00am
$22/$25
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Fitness & Specialty Classes
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FABULOUS FALL DANCE WORKSHOPS Dance the evening away with our all new dance classes! No partner required. For full descriptions, please see the registration office. Day/Date
Time
M/Guest
READER’S THEATRE This fun, new group brings storytelling and radio theatre to life! This theatre of imagination where you do not have to memorize scripts, but, rather, get into the full meaning of different plays, and even put on a short play. Registration deadline: 9/1. Class
Time
M/Guest
Class
Code
Salsa
43205 Tu, Sept 22 6:30-7:30pm
$18/$20
IPAD CLASSES
Rumba
43206 Tu, Sept 22 7:45-8:45pm
$18/$20
Merengue 43207 Tu, Sept 29 6:30-7:30pm
$18/$20
Need to become more familiar with your IPad? Bring your IPad and your charger to class.
Swing
$18/$20
Class
Code Day/Date Time
43208 Tu, Sept 29 7:45-8:45pm
M/Guest
Bachata 43209 Tu, Oct 6
6:30-7:30pm
$18/$20
IPad Basics
43241 M, Sept 14 1:00-3:00pm $40/$45
Tango
43210
Tu, Oct 6
7:45-8:45pm
$18/$20
IPad App
43245 M, Sept 21 1:00-3:00pm $40/$45
Cumbia
43211
Tu, Oct 13
6:30-7:30pm
$18/$20
Internet
43242 M, Oct 5
Cha -Cha 43212
Tu, Oct 13
7:45-8:45pm
$18/$20
43246 M, Oct 12 1:00-3:00pm $40/$45
Waltz
43213
Tu, Oct 20
6:30-7:30pm
$18/$20
Samba
43214
Tu, Oct 20
7:45-8:45pm
$18/$20
FABULOUS FALL SOUPS
Polka
43215
Tu, Oct 27
6:30-7:30pm
$18/$20
2 Step
43216
Tu, Oct 27
7:45-8:45pm
$18/$20
In this interactive class, you and a master chef will make delicious fall soups including lentils, carrot, and pumpkin. Class
Day Date
42475 W
Love the ukulele? Learn how to play this very simple and cute instrument. Participants must provide their own ukulele. Instructor: Peg Mistak.
SILVER SCREEN 101
Day Date
Time
M/Guest
42517 Th 9/3-10/15 1:30pm-2:30pm $28/$33 42515 Th
9/3-10/15 2:30pm-3:30pm
$28/$33
ART WORKSHOP Talented instructor, Rae Penzin, can bring out the best in you artistically! All ability levels are welcome. Instruction is in acrylics. Registration deadline: 10/6. Class Day Date 42634 M
Time
M/Guest
10/12-11/30 10:00am-12:00pm $64/$74
BEGINNING MAH JONGG
Mah Jongg is a rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. At class completion, students will know the basics and be able to play the game with a group on their own. Mah Jongg cards are required for every student (priced at $9 and supplied by the instructor) at the first class. Registration deadline: 8/20. Class Day Date
Time
M/Guest
42658 Th 9/3-10/8
9:30am-11:30am $52/$57
42659 Th 10/15-11/19 9:30am-11:30am $52/$57
1:00-3:00pm $40/$45
Time
UKULELE CLASSES
Class
4
Day Date
43458 Th 9/10-10/29 10:00am-11:00am $55/$60
Sept 23
M/Guest
12:30pm-2:30pm $30/$33
Have you ever thought about making a movie? Come away with a three to five minute short film project. Watch your vision jump off the page and come to life on the screen for all to enjoy. Come prepared with ideas. Class
Day Date
Time
M/Guest
42632 Sa 9/26-10/31 1:00pm-3:00pm $87
CHOOSING YOUR HANDS Class focuses on effective and analysis on hand selections. Mah Jongg sets are encouraged but not required. Mah Jongg cards are required for every student (priced at $9 and supplied by the instructor) at the first class. Registration deadline: 9/15. Class
Day Date
Time
M/Guest
41892 Tu 9/29-11/3 1:00pm-3:00pm $52/$57
INTRO TO ANDROID WORKSHOP This class covers the basics of the android layout, how to find apps, how to delete, customize, and get you going! Registration deadline: 10/19. Class
Day Date
42514 F
Oct 23
Time
M/Guest
10:00am-12:00pm $39/$43
SEPTEMBER events & programs EVENTS Movie Critics: Get Low Tuesday, Sept. 1 • 1:00pm Each month members of the club will select a movie from a variety of genres and have a discussion following the movie. Please RSVP to the registration office.
Just Lunch: Baked Mostacolli & Garlic Bread
Dominoes Tournament Friday, Sept. 25 • 1:00pm-4:00pm Join us on the last Friday of the month for a friendly competition. An additional $1 for tournament fees will need to be paid to Terry. Registration deadline: Sept. 23. Class #42638 • M/Guest: $1/$2
Bingo & Pizza
Friday, Sept. 4 • Noon
Wednesday, Sept. 30 • 12:30pm
Stay for a delicious meal after your Friday morning program or come before your afternoon card games.
Treat yourself to slices of cheese, sausage, and veggie pizza from Spuntino's. Afterwards play several games of bingo!
Class #42530 • M/Guest: $8/$10
Class #42534 • M/Guest: $8/$10
Food for Thought: Sound of Music: 50th Anniversary Tribute
PROGRAMS
Wednesday, Sept. 9 • 12:30pm
Investing in Uncertain Times
This year marks the 50th anniversary of The Sound of Music, which first captivated audiences in 1965. Join film historian Steven Frenzel as he sheds light on the true story of the Von Trapp family as well as film tidbits and clips. Lunch includes chicken with wild mushroom sauce, Caesar salad, and dessert. Class #41902 • M/Guest: $17/$19
Just Dessert: Apple Crisp Baked Stuffed Apples
Tuesday, Sept. 1 • 1:00pm-3:00pm Join Joe Havansek and John Moran from the Moran Havansek Financial Group and get in on the latest thinking on: the U.S. and global markets and economies, stock and bond investing ideas in various market conditions, and ways to help you create a sound investing plan. Light refreshments served. Registration deadline: Aug. 27 Class #43255 • M/Guest: Free
Monday, Sept. 14 • 12:30pm
Lite Lunch & Learn: The RTA and You
Bring a brown bag lunch and leave the dessert to us! Enjoy an afternoon of cards or games with your friends after or while you eat your sweet treat.
Wednesday, Sept. 2 • 12:30pm-2:15pm
Class #42640 • M/Guest: $2/$3
Table Tennis Tournament Monday, Sept. 28 • 12:30pm-3:30pm Join us in a friendly elimination match of table tennis. Please register with your partner. Registration deadline: Sept. 20. Class #42529 • M/Guest: $8/$10
Members can register for all Fall 2015 programs at this time.
The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) gets you where you’re going with the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) bus and rail system, Metra commuter rail, and Pace suburban bus service. Join Kristin Salkas as she explains what the RTA can do for you. Lunch includes penne pasta with tomatoes, onion, spinach, and cheese, and dessert. Class #42473 • M/Guest: $5/$7
iPad Class Demonstration Tuesday, Sept. 8 • 1:00pm-2:00pm • Free Join us for a brief overview of which class meets your needs for getting better acquainted with your iPad. Please do not bring your iPad to this workshop. Class does not focus on individual instruction, but rather helps attendees decide which is the right class for them. Class #43503 • M/Guest: Free with registration 5
Opera Arts with Leo Rizzetto: West Side Story Thursday, Sept. 10 • 12:30pm • Free Winner of ten Academy Awards, this musical sets the tragedy of Romeo and Juliet against the backdrop of gang warfare in the slums of New York City in the late 1950s. The choreography is a mix of realism and fantasy. Refreshments served following the program. Please RSVP to the registration office if you plan to attend.
EVENTS Just Dessert: Pumpkin Pie Monday, Oct. 5 • 12:30pm
Money Matters
Bring a brown bag lunch and leave the dessert to us! Enjoy an afternoon of cards or games with your friends after or while you eat your sweet treat.
Monday, Sept. 14 • 10:00am • Free
Class #42641 • M/Guest: $2/$3
Chris Valentine from Edward Jones presents a free program of financial tips and answers your questions. Please RSVP if you plan to attend.
Founding Mothers: Women of Colonial America
Movie Thursday: Still Alice Thursday, Sept. 17 • 1:00pm-4:00pm Enjoy movies and popcorn for a relaxing afternoon. Class #42523 • M/Guest: $2/$3
Park Ridge Police Breakfast Tuesday, Sept. 15 • 9:00am • Free Free breakfast with program to follow. Breakfast is provided courtesy of Panera Bread and Jewel.
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Monday, Oct. 5 • 1:30pm-3:00pm They cooked, raised children and sometimes transformed an economy with their ingenuity, or saved a colony from a revolt, or served the cause of liberty through their pens or on the battlefield. Join Joyce Haworth tells the story of key women before and during the Revolutionary War: Abigail Adams, Anne Bradstreet and Margaret Brent. Light refreshments served. Registration deadline: Sept 29. Class #43221 • M/Guest: $10/$13
A Taste of Poland
Camera Club: Cell Phone Cameras
Monday, Oct. 5 • 5:00pm
Tuesday, Sept. 22 • 9:30am • Free Bring your cell phone to learn about the features of your cameras! Member Shelia Keane and Manager Jennifer Meyers lead the program. If you plan to attend, please RSVP to the registration office.
October is Polish heritage month. To celebrate, we are having our own “Taste of Poland!” The evening begins with delicious Polish food. After dinner, the world renowned Polonia ensemble will perform traditional dances. Menu includes kielbasa, peroge, sauerkraut, carrots, rye bread, and dessert. Registration deadline: Oct. 1.
Tech Time
Class #42538 • M/Guest: $18/$20
Tuesday, Sept. 22 • 11:00am • Free
Just Lunch: Mostacolli with Italian Sausage
Do you have a new tablet, cell phone, or laptop? Stop by! Jennifer will be happy to answer your questions. Please RSVP to the registration office if you plan to attend.
Attention All Artists! Do you paint, sculpt, sketch, or create masterpieces in other mediums? The Centennial Activity Center is having an Art Exhibit and Silent Auction in September, and would love to showcase your work! Art pieces can be priced to sell or simply to be displayed. The entry fee–one piece of your work that the Centennial Activity Center could auction (silent) to raise funds for social work services. For more information, please call Kathlyn at 847-692-3035. 6
Coming Up in Oct…
Friday, Oct. 9 • 12:00pm Stay for a delicious meal after your Friday morning program or come before your afternoon card programs. Registration deadline: Oct. 7. Class #42531 • M/Guest: $8/$10
Celebrate Today! Musical Revue with Metropolitan Family Services Thursday, Oct. 15 • 1:30pm-2:45pm Enjoy the sound of the big bands, as well as Gershwin, Cole Porter, Fats Waller, and some Broadway, followed by light refreshments. Registration deadline: Oct. 10. Class #42477 • M/Guest: $4/$5
Oktoberfest: Luncheon and Celebration!
Medicare and YOU
Monday, Oct. 19 • 12:30pm-2:30pm
Tuesday, Oct. 6 • 1:00-3:00pm • Free
Join the CAC as we welcome Alpine Thunder to perform a lively show of yodeling, schnitzelbank, beer-hall songs, and other great German songs for our Oktoberfest! Feast upon chicken schnitzel, German potato salad, green beans, and sauerkraut complete with beer. Registration is required.
Joe Havansek and John Moran from the Moran Havansek Financial Group in Park Ridge are back. Learn the Do’s and Don’ts about Medicare. Light refreshments provided. Registration deadline: Oct 2.
Class #42539 • M/Guest: $17/$19
Opera Arts with Leo Rizzetto: Puccini's "Tosea"
Class #43254 • M/Guest: Free with registration
Thursday, Oct. 8 • 12:30pm • Free
Bingo & Pizza Monday, Oct. 26 • 12:30pm-1:30pm Treat yourself to hot slices of cheese, sausage, and veggie pizza. Afterwards play several games of bingo! Class #42535 • M/Guest: $8/$10
Halloween Spooktackular: To Tell a Tale Wednesday, Oct. 28 • 12:30pm Literary chills abound in this spine tingling program. Terry Lynch as Edgar Allan Poe gives a biographical sketch of his life. Highlights include "The Raven" and "The Tell Tale Heart." Chicken with mushrooms, saffron potatoes, and a garden salad will be served. Class #42540 • M/Guest: $17/$19
The fiery, passionate grandeur comes fully to light in this production. Hildegard Behrens is regal and one responds strongly to her intelligent realization of her difficult role. Refreshments served following the program. RSVP to the registration office by Oct. 7.
Medication Review with Mariano's Pharmacy Monday, Oct. 12 • 1:00pm-3:00 • Free Have questions on your medications? Bring your current medications and sit down with Mariano's Pharmacy. Orange juice and cookies served. Registration deadline: Oct. 6. Class #43251 • M/Guest: Free with registration
Movie Thursday: St. Vincent Thursday, Oct. 15 • 1:00pm-4:00pm
PROGRAMS Money Matters
Enjoy movies and popcorn for a relaxing afternoon. Class #42526 • M/Guest: $2/$3
Monday, Oct. 5 • 10:00am • Free
Park Ridge Police Breakfast
Chris Valentine from Edward Jones presents a free program of financial tips and answers your questions. Please RSVP to the registration office.
Tuesday, Oct. 20 • 9:00am • Free
Movie Critics: The Rabbit Proof Fence
Camera Club: Wildwood Nature Center
Tuesday, Oct. 6 • 1:00pm
Tuesday, Oct. 27 • 9:30am • Free
Each month members of the club will select a movie from a variety of genres and have a discussion following the movie. Please RSVP to the registration office.
Capture the beautiful fall colors. Meet at 529 Forestview Ave, Park Ridge and embark on a photography adventure. RSVP to the registration office by Oct. 26.
Free breakfast with program to follow. Breakfast is provided courtesy of Panera Bread and Jewel.
Senator Kotowski Constituent Services
Congresswoman Schakowsky Neighborhood Office Hours
Monday, September 8 • 9:30am-11:30am
Friday, September 11 • 9:00am-11:00am
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The Centennial Activity Center wants to thank our loyal trip-goers with our incentive program. A Day Trip Punch Card will be given to you on the first trip you attend. For each trip you attend, you will earn a punch. After 5 punches, you'll earn $5 off your next trip. Punches will be given the day of a trip, not at the time of registration. Simply bring your punch card with you each time you attend a trip and present your completed card the next time you register for a trip. Punch cards are not redeemable for cash.
FISH BOIL AND LAKE GENEVA Thursday, Sept. 3 • 8:15am-4:30pm • #41923
THE GROVE ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR & HACKNEYS, GLENVIEW Thursday, Nov. 5 • 10:00am-2:30pm
TOMMY GUNS GARAGE Wednesday, Sept. 16 • 11:00am-4:30pm • #41924
FALL BULB FEST AT THE CHICAGO BOTANICAL GARDENS Friday, October 2 • 10:00am-3:45pm Welcome Fall; Think Spring! Begin with a narrated tram ride through the gardens showing 81 acres of lakes, nine islands, and panoramic views of the gardens. Enjoy a hot buffet lunch in our own private dining room. After eating, spend some time browsing the Garden shop, where our group receives 10% off coupons, then visit the Indoor Fall Bulb Festival which includes 225+ varieties of daffodils, tulips, crocus, and specialty bulbs. Includes transportation, buffet lunch, and admission to Bulb Fest and Botanical Gardens, and Tram Tour. Registration deadline: Sept. 5. Departs from Centennial Activity Center. Class #41925 • M/Guest: $69/$76
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Wednesday, October 21 • 12:30pm-5:00pm On Dec. 4, 1956, rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins gathered at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. Million Dollar Quartet brings that legendary night to life. Includes transportation and show. Limited seating, register today! Note: There is no food on this trip. Please eat lunch before the trip. Registration Deadline: Oct. 1. Departs from Centennial Activity Center. Class #41926 • M/Guest: $78/$85 8
Browse through the charming historic buildings of The Grove National Historic Landmark, choosing your gifts from a magnificent selection of items by more than 50 juried artisans. Then we are off to Hackneys–famous for their burgers. Please note: $5 cash will be needed to enter the fair. Transportation only. Lunch and admission is on your own. Registration deadline: Wed., Oct. 28. Class #43524 • M/Guest: $7/$8
WINE 101 CLASS/OUTING Wednesday, Nov. 18 • 2:00pm-3:00pm Meet at Winestyles 105 S. Northwest Hwy in Park Ridge for a class filled with wine facts and tastings. After the class and samplings, shop for different wines to take home. Class #42546 • M/Guest: $10/$12
WHITE CHRISTMAS AT THE JACOB HENRY MANSION Wednesday, Dec. 9 • 9:15am-4:00pm Join us for a holiday celebration inspired by the classic film White Christmas. At the mansion, enjoy your choice of chicken apricot or pork roast, veggie, potato, and dessert. Registration deadline: Nov 4. Departs from Centennial Activity Center. Included: transportation, lunch, and show. Class #41927 • M/Guest: $90/$99
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Dining Out: We drive…you dine! Try out restaurants near and far, and leave the driving to us! Each month we visit a different restaurant, and you get to choose what you order. Your cost simply includes the price of transportation; cost of lunch is on your own. Space is very limited; register early to secure your seat!
DINNER: Hofbrauhaus Chicago, Rosemont
LUNCH: Texas de Brazil, Schaumburg
Tuesday, Sept. 29 • 4:00pm-8:00pm
Wednesday, Oct. 14 • 11:00am-3:00pm
Enjoy the first and only German microbrewery, beer hall, restaurant, and beer garden to call Chicago home. Please note: The Hofbrauhaus does not take separate checks– only one check per table. Cash is highly recommended.
Texas de Brazil is carving out a new experience in fine dining. The restaurant is an authentic Brazilian-American “Churrascaria” or steakhouse that combines the cuisines of Southern Brazil with the generous spirit of Texas. Transportation only.
Class #42545 • M/Guest: $7/$8
Class #42547 • M/Guest: $7/$8
Happy Birthday to all of our members with August Birthdays! We invite you to join us for a birthday celebration on Thursday, September 24 at 2:00pm. Cupcakes and coffee will be served. Please RSVP to the registration office by Monday, September 21. Stay for the movie at 2:30pm and get in free if it’s your birthday month! Playing this month:
Still Alice
Extended Trips For a detailed itinerary or to make a reservation, please call Jennifer Meyers at 847-692-3007.
AMERICAN CLASSIC TOURS 2015 American Classic Tours offers exceptional travel accommodations and services. Please contact Jennifer Meyers, 847-692-3007, for a full itinerary and pricing. Feb. 17-23
Absolutely Arizona, 7 days
March 29-31
Mr. Lincoln , 3 days
PREVIEW: 2016 MAYFLOWER TOURS Value Tour: Gulf Shore Breezes April 10, 2016 • 8 days, 12 meals Stops and activities include: U.S. Space Center in Huntsville, Perdido Beach Resort in Orange Beach, GulfQuest Maritime Museum in Mobile, dolphin cruise, National Aviation Museum, and Nashville including the Country Music Hall of Fame. Trip includes free home pickup and return. For details, contact Jennifer Meyers at 847-692-3007.
Best of Scandinavia July 8-July 16, 2016 • 10 Days, 12 Meals The remarkable cities of Stockholm, Oslo, Bergen, and Copenhagen come alive with the history of the Vikings, Hans Christian Andersen, and the Little Mermaid. You won't believe the natural beauty of the Scandinavian countries! For details, contact Jennifer Meyers at 847-692-3007. 9
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Sun
Mon
Wed 3 8:15-Lake Geneva Trip 1-Book Worms
Thu
September 2015 Tue 2 12:30-Lunch & Learn
Ukulele & Mah Jonng Begin
10 11-Dining Out 12:30– Opera Arts 1– Couple’s Bridge
16 11-Tommy Gun’s Garage Trip
17 1-Pinochle 12:30 Birthday Party 1:00– Movie
Reader Theater, Yoga , Chair Yoga Begin
23 12:30– Fall Soups
30 12:30-Bingo & Pizza
WEDNESDAY 9 &10:30– Exercise 9:30– Social Worker 1– Table Tennis 1-Gamers 6:30-Wednesday Night Bridge
10-Readers Theater 10:15-Humanities 10:30– Chair Yoga 11:30 & 12:45- Yoga 1– Table Tennis 1-Bowling 1:30 & 2:30- Ukulele
THURSDAY
24 9-Driver’s Safety 6:30– CAC Art Exhibit
9 12:30– Food For Thought: Sound of Music
1 9-Rules of the Road 1-Movie Critics 1-Investing in Uncertain Times 8 1– FREE IPad Demo
14 9:30-Kotowski Services 10-Money Matters 12:30-Just Dessert 1-IPad Basics
7 Closed for the Labor Day Holiday
13
21 1-IPad Apps
15 9-Police Breakfast 1-Bunco
20
11:00am– Brunch 1:00pm– Show
34th Variety Show Hooray For Hollywood
22 9-Drivers Safety 9:30-Camera Club 10– Yoga Mat Bag 11-Tech Time 6:30-Salsa Dancing 7:45-Rumba Dancing
TUESDAY
Mah Jonng Begins
29 6:30-Merengue 7:45-Swing Dancing
MONDAY
28 12:30– Table Tennis Tournament
27 1-Pinochle
SUNDAY 1– Bridge Mixer
9 &10:30– Exercise 9:30-Ceramics 10-Art Workshop 1-Table Tennis 2:30-Uketones
9:30-Ceramics 11:30 & 12:45- Yoga 12:30– Tap 12:30– Mah Jonng 1:30-Tap 1– Table Tennis
Fri
4 12:00– Just Lunch
11 9-Schakowsky Office Hours
18 9:30– Blood & Sugar Screening
25 1– Dominoes Tourney
FRIDAY
9 & 10:30- Exercise 9-Duplicate Bridge 1– Gamers 1:00– Chorus 1-Table Tennis 1:30-Tai Chi
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Sat
Fall Pilates Begins
12
19
34th Variety Show Hooray For Hollywood
4:00pm– Dinner 6:00pm– Show
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SATURDAY
1-Pinochle 11 -Pilates
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