LUNCH EVENTS
Provided by Village of Wheeling ∙ 60 years+
Meal registrations are recommended. Events are included with lunch, even if you wish to join us for the program only. Register by calling 847-459-2606. (See pages 6-8 for all lunch dates and menus.)
Chicago Poison Banquet
Monday, February 10 Historian Tara Cajacob uncovers a tale of gilded-age intrigue from 1916, when hundreds of Chicago's most illustrious residents were poisoned at a banquet. The discovery of arsenic in the soup triggered a nation-wide manhunt to find the “Anarchist Chef”.
Valentine’s Day Party
Friday, February 14 Celebrate the special people in your life during our Valentine’s Day Party. Enjoy the beautiful music of Michael Duke in his debut performance at our program.
Winter Bingo
Wednesday, February 19 Join us for a fun afternoon of winter-themed bingo and hot cocoa.
Mardi Gras Celebration
Monday, February 24 Enjoy this most colorful festival with the best of bands and fun mix of musical genres. A little jazz, R&B, big band, Latin, disco, country, oldies, funk, blues, Motown, rock and dance music are all brought to you by Sandi Haynes and the Blue Rocket Band!
Classic Crooners (Ladies Edition)
Monday, March 9 The golden age of music brought a wealth of female talent into the spotlight including Rosemary Clooney, Pattie Page, Doris Day, Lena Horne and more! John Boda will share the memories through a brief history and on-screen photos along with a selection of songs such as “Tennessee Waltz”, “Stormy Weather”, “Who’s Sorry Now”, “Hey There” and several more.
Songs You’ve Requested
Wednesday, March 11 Heather Braoudakis has kept track of the songs you’ve asked her to sing over the years. She’s compiled all of your special requests into one performance including “Sunrise Sunset”, “Embraceable You”, “Somewhere My Love”, “Stardust” and more.
Scam Update
Thursday, March 19 Officer Scott Laverd from the Wheeling Police Department shares information on the latest scams and ways to prevent becoming a victim.
Searching for South America
Wednesday, April 8 Brian Michalski is back in the States to give you an armchair travel presentation of his teaching year in South America. He will share dozens of stunning photos and tales of his adventures trekking the Inca Trail, navigating pristine Patagonia, exploring the Amazon rainforest and much more.
Hooray for Hollywood
Friday, April 17 Join Heather Braoudakis for a trip down memory lane through Oscar-winning songs of the ’30s, ‘40s and ‘50s as well as your favorite classic movies.
How to Stay Active in the Community Recreation Center
Wednesday, April 22 Bella, Recreation Service Manager from the Wheeling Park District will be stopping by lunch to discuss programs, events and other opportunities to get involved right here in the Community Recreation Center!
Princess Di: Gone But Still Kicking!
Monday, April 27 Paradise Playhouse presents an original one-woman musical about the iconic figure of Princess Diana Spencer whose death in 1997 shocked the world. Jillann Gabrielle channels her from the grave as a spirit haunting the halls of Kensington Palace.The Princess cut a deal with St. Peter at heaven’s gate allowing her to stay with her sons at the palace but she would no longer be young. Diana’s sense of humor and piano playing, singing and dancing skills are all showcased in this entertaining production that tells the story of her personal and public life and the British Royal Monarchy…then AND now!
St. Patrick’s Day Party
Tuesday, March 17 It’s time to have a sham-rocking good time at our St. Patrick’s Day celebration! Enjoy a delicious lunch followed by a special St. Patrick’s Day performance by Ray Forlenza, who will be performing for us for the first time. Don’t forget to wear your green.
1950s Trivia
Wednesday, March 18 Do you remember the 1950s? If so, put on your thinking caps and get ready to answer questions about the ‘50s. Our “Game Hostess” for the afternoon is Daniellah from Assisting Hands. This event is sponsored by Assisting Hands ® Home Care.
New Decade, New Digs for Dining! On Monday, March 2, the Wheeling Park District will unveil the permanent home of congregate dining at the Community Recreation Center. Staff is excited to welcome you to this bright, new space!
SENIOR SERVICES
Provided by Village of Wheeling
FEBRUARY LUNCH MENU 3
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Salisbury Steak / Gravy
Chicago Style Hot Dog & Deli Salad Bar
Classic Lasagna w/Meat Sauce
4 Cheese Burger & Deli Salad Bar
A. Pork Roast B. Chicken
Lunch - 11:30 am Lunch Events - 12:00 pm
Soup: Tomato
10 Roast Turkey & Gravy
Soup: Vegetable Lentil
11 Stuffed Green Pepper & Deli Salad Bar
Spaghetti & Meatball Marinara
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Tuna Salad Sandwich & Deli Salad Bar
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A. Citrus Alaskan Pollock B. Chicken
Soup: Cream of Broccoli Chicago Poison Banquet
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Valentine’s Day Party
Soup: Lumberjack
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Chicken Salad Sandwich & Deli Salad Bar
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Roast Turkey w/ Cheddar Ale Sauce
Turkey Trio & Cheese Sub & Deli Salad Bar
Winter Bingo
Soup: Split Pea
Chicken Breast Parmesan
PRESIDENT’S DAY Soup: Cream of Potato
CLOSED
24 Jambalaya w/Sausage, Chicken and Beef. Rice Pilaf, Creole Green Beans , Corn Muffin, Banana & Mardi Gras Cake Mardi Gras Celebration
25 Chicago Style Hot Dog & Deli Salad Bar
(please ask staff if a side salad is available )
Choice Days
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27 Stuffed Cabbage Roll & Deli Salad Bar
A. Pollock Fish Fillet B. Chicken
Soup: Minnesota Wild Rice
Soup: Tomato Lentil
• Dine in meal $5 (Suggested donation) • Frequent diner- 5 meal card $20 • Carry out meal $7 • 59 and younger meals $8 • Side Salad $2 Tuesday-Friday One choice per day.
26 Vegetarian chili
Blood Pressure Screening
NOTICE TO ALL LUNCH PARTICIPANTS For your health and safety, if School District 214 and/or 21 are closed because of severe weather, the programs and events at the Wheeling Park District Community Recreation Center also will be cancelled. The CRC will be open for operations unless there is a mandated closure. When in doubt, before venturing out, please call us 847-459-2606. Lunch Event (See page 5 for more information)
MARCH LUNCH MENU 2
3 Sliced Turkey Roll up w/ Spinach & Cheddar on a soft Wheat Tortilla & Deli Salad Bar Soup: Bean
Slow Roasted Beef/Gravy
Lunch - 11:30 am Lunch Events - 12:00 pm
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Spaghetti & Meatballs
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Baked Meatloaf /Country Gravy
Chicken Salad on Wheat French Roll & Deli Salad Bar
Classic Crooners (Ladies Edition)
Soup: Bean
Songs You’ve Requested
A. Pork Roast w/Cinnamon Apples B. Chicken
Irish Stew w/Peas, 17 Onions, Carrots & Celery,Whole Irish Potatoes, Steamed Cabbage, Dinner Roll & Leprechaun Pistacio Pudding
Cheese Ravioli Alfredo
Egg Salad & Deli Salad Bar Soup: Tomato Florentine
BBQ Chicken Thigh
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Swedish Meatballs /Gravy
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Soup:Vegetable Gumbo
18 Salisbury Steak /Gravy
Cheese Omelette
19 Chicago Style Hot Dog & Deli Salad Bar
20 Classic Lasagna w/Meat Sause
Soup:Vegetable Lentil Scams
1950s Trivia
St. Patrick’s Day Party
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23 Roast Turkey & Gravy
Stuffed Green Pepper & Deli Salad Bar
Hot Roast Beef
26 Tuna Salad Sandwich & Deli Salad Bar
27 A. Citrus Alaskan Pollock B. Chicken
Soup: Cream of Broccoli
Soup: Lumberjack
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25 Spaghetti & Meatball
24 Chicken Salad Sandwich & Deli Salad Bar
Soup: Cream of Potato
1% or Fat Free Milk served with every meal. Soup is included on Tuesdays & Thursdays.
Please contact the Village of Wheeling at 847-459-2670 for information regarding Lunch at the Pavilion and other senior services. The Village of Wheeling does not discriminate in admission to programs or activities or treatment of employment in compliance with appropiate state and federal statutes. MENU IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
SENIOR SERVICES
Provided by Village of Wheeling
APRIL LUNCH MENU • Dine in meal $5 (Suggested donation) • Frequent diner- 5 meal card $20 • Carry out meal $7 • 59 and younger meals $8 • Side Salad $2 Tuesday-Friday
Lunch - 11:30 am Lunch Events - 12:00 pm
1 Roasted Turkey Breast & Wisconsin Cheddar
2 Deli Salad Bar
Veal Parmesan
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(please ask staff if a side salad is available )
One choice per day.
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Chicken Ala Orange
7 Deli Salad Bar
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Classic Lasagna W/Meat Sauce
Deli Salad Bar
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Hot Dog
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Searching for South America
13 A. Prime Rib of Pork B. Chicken
14 Deli Salad Bar
15 BLT Chicken Salad
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17 Herbed Baked Chicken
Deli Salad Bar
Hooray for Hollywood
20 Baked Meatloaf W/ Country Gravy
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21 Deli Salad Bar
Slow Roasted Beef
23 Deli Salad Bar
Turkey Pasta Salad W/ Shell Rigate
How to stay active in the CRC
27 BBQ Riblet
28 Deli Salad Bar
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Blood Pressure Screening 11:15 am
29 Jambalaya
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1% or fat free milk served with every meal.
Deli Salad Bar
One woman musical: Princess Di gone but still kicking
Choice Days
Lunch Event (See page 5 for more information)
MENU IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.