SVM_Golden Echo_September 2023

GOLDEN ECHO

From the LCCOA Executive Director

By Susan Lawler

Summer has come, and gone, and fall is in the air. We still have some warm days ahead of us, but the evenings are getting cooler. We are entering Indian Summer; as a child my grandfather, and I would love to read the article in the Chicago Tribune about Indian Summer. Those were fond memories — and speaking of memories, our second hardback edition of our senior book, “Back in My Day,” will be coming out soon.

Terry and I love reading all the stories written by our seniors. They are truly wonderful, and clearly have jogged our memories of past events in our own lives. We encourage you to continue writing, and sharing your lives with all of us here at LCCOA, and the Lee County community. We cherish these stories; they have

From the WCSC Interim Director

By Patty Martinez

Let’s Fiesta!

We are going to fiesta like there’s no manana this month at WCSC! Check out our events!

Bingo — Fiesta Bingo on Sept. 13 and Movie Bingo on Sept. 27, both at 12:15 p.m. Free community meal and karaoke/birthday cake — Friday, Sept. 15, is our Free Community Fiesta meal at noon. Come get your walking tacos and “shake your maracas” during karaoke with Melissa at 1 p.m., with birthday cake from Citadel.

Fiesta Parade — On Saturday, Sept. 16, the Center will be in the 70th annual Fiesta Day parade at 1 p.m., starting in Rock Falls

Junk in the Trunk Sale — On Friday, Sept. 22, from 8 a.m.-3 p.m., and Saturday Sept. 23, from 8 a.m.-noon, the Center will host in its parking lot our first Junk in the Truck sale. Come into the Center, pay $5 to reserve your car spot and bring your junk in your trunk and sell away! This is happening during the Rock Falls Fall garage

brought joy to us each time we read them. A thank you, thank you to all our amazing authors.

Open Enrollment is here again!

Where did the year go? It is Open Enrollment time! We are looking forward to seeing all of you. Many of our seniors we see only once a year, and others we get to see your smiling faces weekly; either way give Amy a call and set your appointment for your Medicare Part D drug program. Even if you are planning to keep your same plan, you should allow us to check to confirm all your drugs are still on your present plan. Insurance plans change yearly, and your drugs may no longer be covered or the cost has risen — either way, you should always verify your plan each year. Pick up the phone and call LCCOA at 815-288-9236. Open Enrollment is from Oct. 15-Dec. 7. The time will fly by and appointments will book-up fast.

Free blood pressure checks

Checks are available every Monday from 10:30 a.m. until noon, no appointment necessary. We would like you to come every week to check your blood pressure, and then stay for chair yoga — make a day

sale weekend. Come to sell or come to buy!

Center potluck — Friday Sept. 29, is Center’s potluck at noon

Fiesta basket drawing – Friday, Sept. 29, at 1 p.m. is the Fiesta Basket drawing! This basket is filled with fiesta goodies, including a gift card donated from Willy’s Restaurant. Tickets can be purchased at the Center — $5 for six tickets.

Golden Meals

The Golden Meals cookout will be Friday, Sept. 8, and they’ll be serving brat patties. On Sept. 14 from 9-11 a.m., Golden Meals will team up with Chapter 30 Royal Neighbors of America to help raise funds. Royal Neighbors will take donations at the Center and match donations up to $1,000. Come support your Golden Meals.

Transportation

Welcome aboard! WCPT Transit has been getting people to where they want to go. All trips can be scheduled a week in advance by calling 815-625-7433. The hours are 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Bus passes are $20 and can be purchased from a bus driver, online, or at the Center. Passes are good for 10 rides, plus one free! If you are using cash, please have the exact fare reader before you board; drivers cannot make change.

Fares are ...

Ages 5 & under — 50 cents one way in Whiteside County (must have a carseat)

Golden Echo published monthly by Sauk Valley Media, 113-115 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon, IL 61021, in cooperation with the Lee County Council on Aging and Whiteside County Senior Center.

Golden Echo disclaims any liability for any advertisements published herein and in no way endorses or guarantees these ads.

Press releases of interest to seniors will be accepted at 100 W. Second St., Dixon, IL 61021; or 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, IL 61081. Deadline for submission is the 15th of each month.

Golden Echo does not discriminate in admission to programs or treat-

out of it and visit with friends, staff, or make new friends. It is a great ice breaker to start talking to other seniors. We love having you here and keeping you healthy.

Lee County Health Department

On Tuesday September 6, from 10-11 a.m., LCCOA will host the Lee County Health Department. If you have questions or concerns, please stop by and speak with their nurse, and again: you may get your blood pressure checked.

Did you say Bingo?!

Bingo breakfast has been a great hit. In August we ordered 42 breakfasts. Our Bingo is growing each month. We have new prizes, gift cards and the food is wonderful! Linda. Kristi and the KSB dietary staff have been amazing. You do need to call to a reserve a breakfast. Our next Bingo is Sept. 8.

Trips and more trips

We just got back from Biltmore, where our seniors had a wonderful time. Many of the same seniors are going on our Atlantic City and Alaska trip. Unfortunately Atlantic City is booked with a wait list. Alaska is full, but they have opened more cabins, so you just might be able to hop on board.

Ages 6-59: $2 one way in Whiteside County

Ages 60 and up , and disabled residents — $1 suggested donation

Recycling flat screens and PCs

Sept. 1 from 3-7 p.m. and Sept. 2 from 8 a.m.-noon. Recycling is for any flat screens or PCs and is open to everyone. Drop off at Whiteside Area Career Center, 1608 Fifth Ave., Sterling.

New Facebook

Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook. Look us up for real-time information at “Whiteside County IL Senior Center” — and don’t forget to like us and share us to your friends and family.

SCUG

Sauk Computer User Group will meet Saturday, Sept. 9, at 1 p.m. with a question-and-answer time. There will be a presentation by Neal on Google Maps and Calendar videos. Everyone with an interest in computers/technology is invited. Refreshments will be available.

Outreach

What’s happening at the WCSC Outreach Department — This is the time of year to sign up for LIHEAP. It’s an income-based program that helps with energy bills. If you are interested in signing up, Tri-County will be here Sept. 15 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.. Call the WCSC to schedule your appointment.

ment or employment in programs or activities in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act; the U.S. Civil Rights Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act; the Age Discrimination Act; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act; and the U.S. and Illinois Constitutions. If you feel you have been discriminated against, you have a right to file a complaint with the Illinois Department of Aging. For information, call 800-252-8966 (Voice & TDD), or contact the director of Lee County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, IL 61021 or telephone 815-288-9236; or Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, IL 61081 or 815-

Jerusalem is filling up, and this trip is definitely going. We can take more people, but hurry up to get this price locked in. Our Memorials of World War II trip is taking off. We knew this was going to be a great trip, we just didn’t realize we would have so many seniors interested. Thank you, seniors, for supporting LCCOA on all our adventures. We are thrilled we have made so many of our seniors’ dreams come true.

Saying Goodbye

This past week we have lost another one of our favorite seniors. Ed Higby was just a wonderful, happy and kind man. He gave so much to the community, he will be truly missed. Ed served our Dixon Fire Department for 45 years. He was a true fighter and every day he fought the battle. Our drivers and staff admired this gentleman for his strength and courage. Upon hearing of his passing it brought tears to the eyes of our drivers, who truly knew Ed and Peggy. Our hearts go out to his family. May heaven watch over Ed, as Ed watched over all of us. Farewell, dear friend, until we meet again!

LCCOA a place where you belong a place to call home. Susan

Medicare Corner

Open enrollment is coming! The Medicare Open Enrollment Period (OEP), which occurs each year from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7, gives you the chance to review and make changes to your current Medicare coverage. Here at the Senior Center we try and make this process as easy as possible, so we are doing the same as last year.

Starting Sept. 18, you can call in and request your paperwork to be mailed or you can pick it up if you prefer. Once we receive the completed paperwork we will call you to schedule your appointment.

If you are in a Medicare Advantage plan your OEP (Open Enrollment period) is January 1 to March 31, 2024. This is for people who are in an MA plan and want to switch to a different MA plan or leave an MA plan. We have four certified SHIP counselors available to assist you with all of your Medicare questions and needs. Please call Outreach at 622-9230 ext. 131. Medicare tip for September — Medicare covers a variety of vaccinations. Adults need to keep their vaccinations up to date because immunity from childhood vaccines can wear off over time. Talk to your doctor to help you decide which vaccines are right for you. Outreach is available every Monday for walk-ins from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and Tuesday through Friday by appointment.

We will be hosting a flu clinic in October — stay tuned for updates.

622-9230.

The senior centers do not require duration of residency or citizenship as a condition of participation in any services or programs funded by the Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging. Residency or citizenship may be a requirement for other programs that the senior centers may provide assistance with in application or accessing of same. Services are made available, in part, with funds provided under Title III-B of the Older American Act, and the Illinois General Revenue Funds, through the Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging. We are a United Way-funded agency.

GOLDEN ECHO: LCCOA Lunch is served — with a smile

Seniors got some festive and flowery visitors who stopped by to drop off lunch in July and August.

GOLDEN ECHO

DUES, DONATIONS & THANK YOUS

LCCOA welcomes members

CONTACT INFORMATION

Susan Salazar

Maureen Pawchuk

Mykola Pawchuk

Carolyn Allen

Raymond and Mark Mayfield Hays

Theresa Johnson

W. Jean Meyer

Cecilia Ackland

Maureen and Tim Oester

Yolando Moreno

Christine Pitzer

Donald Kelly

Be an LCCOA hero today for a brighter tomorrow!

Cindy Beeman

Dale Beeman

Vincent Ippolito

Michelle Ippollito

Watch the Echo for 2023 membership campaign. As a member you will receive discounts on all our activities and trips. All membership fees contribute to the support of Lee County Council on Aging. As a member you can feel confident that all funds helps LCCOA to continue the vital services we provide to all our seniors and continue to bring new and interesting activities to the Center for you to enjoy. Please continue to be a member of LCCOA and spread the word to all your friends and families. Thank you on behalf of LCCOA’s Board of Directors, Executive Director, staff and drivers.

Thank you to LCCOA volunteers and supporters

Thank you to all our volunteers who donated their time, energy and services and those who gave monetary and non-monetary donations. A special thank you to all the wonderful supporters of LCCOA’s clothing drive who have donated anonymously.

Good Fellows

Clara Harris

Linda Brown

Larry Angleton

Tony Russell

Tiffany Pasch

Ron Miller

Ed Pilar

Betty Stumpenhorst

Lee County United Way

Pine CreekChristian Church of Polo

Nora Crawford

Robert Culbertson

Kay Farlay

Franklin Grove Living & Rehab

Meadows of Franklin Grove

Oregon Living & Rehab

Tiffany and Vicki from the Meadows

Terry Christian

Sharon Phelps

Sandy Ready

KSB

Linda Setchell

Krisi Chrisham

Kathy Ferguson

Lee County Health Department

Nancy Gates

Josie Whaley

Dixon Food Pantry

Larry Piper

Eileen Piper

Teen Turf

Ben Galantine

Johnson CPA

WCSC welcomes members

Beverly Graunke

Kim Groharing

Mary Knapp

Nancy Krips

Margaret Noto

Thank you to WCSC volunteers and supporters

Leydig Center

Susan Johnson

Real Time

Brandan Lumzy

Lumzy Yoga

Darla Foulker

LOTS

NIAAA

Lee County

Rusty Schrader

Janice Russell

Linda Stearns

Thank you to all our volunteers who donate their time, energy, and services  and those who gave monetary donations, including anonymously. A special thanks to all who partner with our center to provide programs and activities for our seniors.

Bailey, Barbara

Barber, Linda

Bishop, Suzanne

Boehm, Jennifer

Citadel of Sterling

Community State Bank

Farmer’s National Bank

Fiorini, Megan

Hafner Family

Hart, Leroy Heem, Becky Hull, Jessie Johnson, Bobbie

Jo Dawn, Lehman

Maclennan, Glenda

Marsh, Leverne

Mays, Dinah Mays, Jeffrey

McCormick, Dick McCormick, Linda McCouglin, Melissa Meller, Marilyn Mitchell Melons

Pratt, Jewlene Qureshi, Nazir Qureshi, Aneela River Bend Food Bank

Sauk Valley Food Bank Shipley, Neal Smith, Robin Sterling Schools Foundation Sutton, Julie Szewczyk, Dorothy Tompkins, Gary Tyson Foods Wilkinson, Maryellen

If you would like to join the Whiteside County Senior Center for 2023, the cost is $25 per person per calendar year or $35 for two people residing in same household. You can mail your check to WCSC, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, IL 61081. We are increasing activities for 2022 and we always appreciate your continued support of our Aging and Disabled Resource Center and we appreciate YOU!

WCSC has developed a new Corporate Membership. As a Corporate member you will be recognized in our building and in the newspaper for your support, along with valuable benefits for your employees. Employees will be eligible to attend our exercise classes and the member discounts on our trips by showing their employee ID or business card when signing up. Please contact our Center at 815-622-9230 for more details. We always appreciate your continued support of our Aging and Disabled Resource Center — and we appreciate YOU!

LEE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING

It’s

time

for open enrollment for Medicare Part D

Open enrollment for Medicare Part

D runs October 15 through Dec. 7.

If you want to review your current plan to see whether it’s still the best for you, call the Outreach Department at 815-288-9236. We started making appointments on Tuesday,

Aug. 15.

We will need your. name, address, phone number, birthday, a copy of your new Medicare card, your pharmacy and a second-choice pharmacy, and a printed list of all prescriptions medicine (Please note:

list must have correct spelling, exact dosage and quantity per month).

Submit information by mail or drop off at: Outreach, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, IL 61021; or e-mail to lccoaoutreach3@gmail.com.

100 W. Second St., Dixon, IL, 61021

Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday

Main number: 815-288-9236

Transportation : 815-288-9236

E-mail: lccoa@comcast.net

Online: www.leecountycouncilonaging.net and on Facebook

POST HOUSE BALLROOM

815-288-9236

Online: www.posthouseballroom.net

OUTREACH DEPARTMENT

Outreach services and free phones for hearing impaired

Outreach hours: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

LCCOA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE & OFFICERS

Bonnie O’Connell — Chair

Roberta Lemoine — Secretary

Darla Foulker — Attorney

Ben Gallentine — CPA (Johnson CPA, LLC)

Committee members: Amanda Carroll, Greg Currens, Cindy Gabany, June Fordham, Dianne Fry, Jeff Haub, Sami Rodriguez and Alisa Wolf

LCCOA SENIOR TRANSPORTATION

815-288-9236

LEE-OGLE TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM

Hours: 6 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday

888-239-9228 or 815-288-2117

Fares: (within zip code)

Ages 5 and under (must be accompanied by an adult): $1 one way

Ages 6 to 59 years: $2 one way

Seniors or individuals with a disability: $1 one way (unless qualified under Medicaid or other program)

Out-of-town trips can be arranged, subject to availability: 35 cents per mile

1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, IL 61081

Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday

Information: 815-622-9230 Toll-free: 888-622-9230

Transportation: 815-625-7433

Email: info@wc-seniorcenter.org

Online: www.wc-seniorcenter.org and on Facebook.

AGING AND DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER (ADRC) 815-622-9230

OUTREACH DEPARTMENT

Outreach services and free phones for hearing impaired. Satellite locations are by appointment only. Please call to schedule your appointment. 815-622-9230

WCSC BOARD MEMBERS AND OFFICERS

Joe Bright – President | Karla Burns – Vice President

Sasha Logan – Secretary | Mark Godsil – Treasurer

Board members: Paul Ahrens, Owen Harrell, Gene Jacoby, Emily Taylor

WHITESIDE COUNTY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

855-625-7433 or 815-625-7433

Hours: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday

Fares: (within county)

Ages 5 and under (must be accompanied by an adult): 50 cents one way

Ages 6 to 59 years: $2 one way

Seniors or individuals with a disability: Donation suggested. Out-of county trips can be arranged, subject to availability. Out of county rides: $4. We don’t accept Medicaid at this time.

Weekly activities at LCCOA

Exercise with Brandan

Mondays 10-11 a.m.

30-minute appointments, featuring recumbent bicycles

Chair Yoga with Brandan

Mondays at 11 a.m., Wednesdays at 1 p.m., Thursdays at 1 p.m.

Yoga for seniors

Writers Workshop

Third Monday of the month at 1 p.m.

Rummikub

Mondays at 1 p.m.

License plate discounts

Tuesdays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: PROOF OF VACCINATION IS REQUIRED TO ENTER THE SENIOR CENTER

ITAC phones are here

Call Anna for an appointment

Rummikub

Tuesdays at 1 p.m.

Blood pressure clinics

Mondays 10:30 a.m. to noon

No Appointment necessary.

Medicare and Medicaid

Tuesday through Friday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. With trained counselor, Amy Meyers. Call for appointment

Laptop and PC classes

Second Tuesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. Call for appointment

Basics of Smartphones

First and second Tuesdays

Call for appointment

License plate discounts & ITAC phones

Wednesdays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call Anna for appointment

Knitting & Crocheting

Thursdays at 1 p.m. Various crafts

Exercise with Brandan

Fridays 10-11 a.m.

30-minute appointments, featuring recumbent bicycles

Weekly activities at WCSC

Euchre tournaments

Fridays at 12:30 p.m.

Mexican Train Dominoes

Fridays at 1 p.m.

Serving KSB meals to persons in need, at LCCOA

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 4:30 p.m.

Senior Transportation

Monday thru Friday 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Doctor and dentist appointments, drug stores, grocery stores and hardware stores, beauty salons and barber shops. Call 815-288-9236.

FOR THE LATEST UPDATES AND DAILY ACTIVITIES, PLEASE GO TO OUR “WHITESIDE COUNTY IL SENIOR CENTER” FACEBOOK PAGE.

Computer/technology assistance

Monday-Thursday 8:30-11:30 a.m.

If you would like a specific appointment for one-on-one time, please call the Center 815-622-9230 and speak with Neal.

Walk-Ins

Monday, Sept. 11, 18 & 25

For those needing assistance without making an appointment. This is on a first-come first-serve basis. Please check in with receptionist desk.

Bingo

Wednesday, Sept. 13 & 27 at 12:15 p.m

Please bring a $1 donation for the food pantry. Thank you to our sponsors: Community State Bank and Homestead of Morrison.

Breakfast Club

Friday, Sept. 1, at 9 a.m. Call 815-622-9230 to reserve your name on the list for Maple House.

Bunco

Thursday Sept. 14 and 28 at 12:30 p.m.

Free community meal

Friday, Sept. 15, at Noon

Golden Meal cookout

Friday, Sept. 8

Brat patty on a bun, mac ‘n’ cheese, green beans

Euchre Club

Tuesday, Sept. 5, 12, 19 & 26 at 12:30 p.m.

Foot Clinic

Wednesday, Sept. 6 and 13 from 8am-2 p.m.

Please call Deb at 815-213-0324 or Sharon at 815-718-5294

Food pantry

Thursday, Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28 from 1-3 p.m.

Hand & foot

Thursday, Sept. 7, 14, 21, and 28 at 12:30 p.m.

Karaoke/birthday cake

Friday, Sept. 15, at 1 p.m.

Knitting Club

Tuesday, Sept. 5, 12, 19, & 26 from noon-4 p.m.

Learn to Quilt

Monday, Sept. 11, 18 & 25 from 1-3 p.m.

Line dancing

Friday, Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 (advance 10-11 a.m./Beginners 11 a.m.-noon)

Medicare info/updates

Friday, Sept. 15

Sign-up for appointments for open enrollment from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Income-based help with energy bills with Tri County.

Mexican train dominoes

Friday, Sept. 1 , 8, 15, 22 & 29 at 12:30 p.m.

Matter of Balance

Monday and Wednesday 9:30-11 a.m., starting Sept. 11

Parlor club

No meeting this month

Pinochle

Monday, Sept. 11, 18 & 25 at 12:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 12:30-4 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 from

12:30 to 4 p.m.

Pool tables

Tuesday, Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26 from 1-4 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27 from 9-noon.

Thursday, Sept. 7, 14, 21st, 28 from 1-4 p.m.

Price is Right

Wednesday, Sept. 6 at 12:15 p.m.

SCUG

Saturday, Sept. 9 at 1 p.m.

Travel Club

Tuesday, Sept. 26 at 10 a.m.

Veterans coffee

Thursday, Sept. 14 at 9 a.m.

Wheel of Fortune

Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 12:15 p.m.

Yoga

Tuesday, Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26 at 10 a.m.

Thursday, Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28 10 a.m.

LCCOA trips

Special Events at WCSC

For the latest updated and daily activities, please go to the Whiteside County Senior Center Facebook page.

Closed for Labor Day

Monday, Sept. 4

Golden Meals cookout

Friday, Sept. 8

Brat burgers, mac ‘n’ cheese, green beans

Fiesta Bingo

Wednesday, Sept. 13, at 12:15 p.m.

Royal Neighbors

collection for Golden Meals

Wednesday, Sept. 14 from 9-11 a.m.

Sign-up for income-based energy bill assistance

Friday, Sept. 15, 10 a.m.-4 p.m Free community meal/ Karaoke birthday party

Friday, Sept. 15, at Noon

Walking tacos and Karaoke birthday party at 1 p.m.

Special Events at LCCOA

PLEASE NOTE: PROOF OF VACCINATION IS REQUIRED TO ENTER THE SENIOR CENTER

LCCOA Bingo

Friday, September 8 at 9 a.m. Free breakfast and bingo! The games, the prizes and all the fun is free! Free breakfast, right from the kitchen at KSB Hospital! You must RSVP ahead of time to order your breakfast. Among the Bingo prizes – Walmart gift cards! Please call 815-288-9236 to reserve your Breakfast.

Open mic at LCCOA

Friday, September 22 — Doors open at 6:30 p.m., first singer at 7 p.m. The program runs until 9:30 p.m. Come in to share the mic or just to listen!

Exercise One-on-One with Brandan

Come join our free workout program!

Brandan is available to assist you with our new recumbent exercise bicycles. Thirty-minute appointments are available two days per week, Mondays from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and Fridays from 10-11:30 a.m. Call 815-288-9236 to set up an appointment.

Writer’s Workshop

Monday, September 18, at 1 p.m. Upstairs in the beautiful Post House Ballroom. All are welcome.

Lectures

Beginning this fall LCCOA will host a series of lectures –from authors to historians. Workshops and free lunch will be included. Watch for dates and time on Facebook and in the Golden Echo.

Presentations

If you would like LCCOA to do a presentation at your club, corporation, or church, we would be honored to share what LCCOA provides for the seniors of Lee County.

Junk in the Trunk sale

Friday, Sept. 22, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 23, 8 a.m.-noon

Movie Bingo

Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 12:15 p.m. Center potluck/ Purse drawing

Friday, Sept. 29 at Noon, with purse drawing at 1 p.m.

Celebrations

Smiling in Biltmore Our seniors had a great time during their trip to Biltmore.

Rise and dine LCCOA’s Bingo breakfast is going strong — 42 breakfasts and growing every month!

GOLDEN ECHO

Upcoming Trips: LCCOA

Membership not required for trips — all seniors are welcome!

The Alaska Cruise on the Royal Princess

Sept. 16-23, 2023 — 8 days and 7 nights

For cabin rates, please call our LCCOA tour guide, Marisa, at 815-288-9236

The Atlantic City, New York, Philadelphia Trip

Sept. 30-Oct. 5 —7 days, 6 nights and 9 meals

Price: $859 for members; $884 for non-members

Take a guided tour of Manhattan, then take the ferry to see the Statue of Liberty and visit Ellis Island, where immigrants were welcomed to America. Enjoy a free day in Atlantic City to spend in the casinos, take a walk on the Boardwalk, take a dip in the Atlantic Ocean — all of these activities! See several places of historical significance in beautiful Philadelphia, including Independence Hall, the home of Betsy Ross, and the Liberty Bell.

COMING IN 2024

The trip of a lifetime ... Discover the path of Jesus, from Bethlehem to Jerusalem

Feb. 26-March 5, 2024 — 9 days, 8 nights, and 14 meals

Price: $3,899 per person for members, based on double occupancy

This trip begins in Tel Aviv, Israel, on the Mediterranean coastline. Journey to Caesarea, Nazareth, and Cana. Sail the Sea of Galilee just as Jesus did. Travel through Tiberius, Capernaum, Caesarea Philippi, Armageddon. In Bethlehem, enter the Church of the Nativity. Then on to Jerusalem to visit the Mount of Olives and travel the Way of the Cross. You will also see the Garden of Gethsemane, Mount Zion and the Upper Room, and the Garden Tomb.

More information

For more information on any of the trips, or to have a flyer mailed to you, please reach out to Marisa Perales at Lee County Council on Aging at 815-288-9236 or email lccoaoffice@comcast.net. You can also find a list of our trips by visiting our website at www.leecountycouncilonaging.net.

Upcoming Trips: WCSC

Nashville’s Opryland Country Christmas

Sunday, Dec. 10 through Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023 — 4 days/3 nights

Price: For members: $1,126 based on double occupancy, $1,604 based on single occupancy. For non-members: $1,150 based on double occupancy or $1,625 based on single occupancy — price includes three breakfasts and two dinners, three nights lodging at Gaylord Opryland Hotel, souvenir gift, luggage handling, taxes and meal gratuities, and motor coach transportation.

General Jackson Riverboat luncheon cruise with holiday entertainment, Country Christmas Dinner Show with featured entertainer and the Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater, Country Music Hall of Fame, Brightest Star Fountain Show, Two Million Lights, Delta River flatboat ride, themed ice sculptures and exhibit, free time in downtown Nashville, guided tour of Nashville Please have reservations and full payments by Oct. 2.

Trip meeting

Tuesday, Sept. 26, at 10 a.m. in dining room. We have plans for monthly day trips and one extended trip. Do you have a travel bucket list? Come help us plan our trips.

Could you use some extra

cash?

LCCOA is down to the wire!

Tickets for our 50-50 raffle are $1 each, or six for $5. The winner gets half the money in the jar. Last chance to buy tickets for the drawing will be Sept. 1.

A senior afternoon of games, laughter and a little bit of wine

Come join us on Friday’s for Euchre or Dominoes and maybe a glass of wine or two??

The guy in the sky

A group of 30 seniors came out to LCCOA last month to see Ed Pilar demonstrate a drone.

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