TRIPS

from 2023 Stay Active Newsletter - April/July

COMMUNITY EVENTS

WHITE FENCE FARM: DENNY DIAMOND

Location: Romeoville

Registration Deadline: 3/27

Denny Diamond puts on a show to include classics from Neil, Elvis, Tom, Barry, Broadway, and a plethora of others. Just an old-fashioned musical variety show. Lunch is included in the price of the trip.

Potawatomi Casino

Location: Milwaukee

Registration Deadline: 4/13

Test your luck at the casino! Enjoy the day with friends at the casino. Lunch not included in price of the trip.

Aurora Outlet Shopping

Location: Aurora

Registration Deadline: 5/2

Spend the afternoon shopping! Lunch not included in the price of the trip.

THE LANDMARK INN & GRAETER’S ICE CREAM

Location: Northbrook

Registration Deadline: 5/11

Spend the afternoon eating lunch at The Landmark Inn and after stop at Graeter's for ice cream before returning to the CRC! Lunch and ice cream not included in the price of the trip.

Land And Water Cruise At Starved Rock

Location: Starved Rock State Park

Registration Deadline: 5/15

Spend your day exploring the beauty of nature at Starved Rock State Park! The tour kicks off at 11:00 am and includes lunch, a trolley tour, and a river cruise. Due to tickets being purchased no refunds will be permitted.

Milwaukee Zoo

Location: Milwaukee

Registration Deadline: 6/5

Spend the day exploring the Milwaukee Zoo at your own pace. The price of the trip includes general admission. Lunch not included in the price of the trip. Due to tickets being purchased, no refunds will be permitted.

Broken Earth Winery

Location: Long Grove

Registration Deadline: 7/10

Enjoy the day with friends at the Broken Earth Winery located in the heart of downtown Long Grove. All alcohol purchases are the responsibility of the participant.

LAKE GENEVA BOAT TOUR: FRANK 2 FRANKIE

Location: Lake Geneva

Registration Deadline: 6/12

Frank 2 Frankie Luncheon Cruise and Show features music by Frank Sinatra and Frankie Valli and includes a plated lunch. The cruise is from 11:30 am - 1:45 pm. Due to tickets being purchased, no refunds will be permitted.

Hollywood Aurora Casino

Location: Aurora

Registration Deadline: 7/31

Test your luck at the casino! Enjoy the day with friends at the casino. Lunch not included in price of the trip.

Pleasant Prairie Outlet Shopping

Location: Pleasant Prairie Registration Deadline: 8/10

Spend the afternoon shopping! Lunch not included in the price of the trip.

Meal Pick Up

Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am

Location: Lunch at the Community Recreation Center check in table.

Dine-In

Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Events: 12:00 - 1:00 pm

Location: Community Recreation Center, Room 107

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Cost

60 and older: $5 (suggested donation)

59 and younger: $8

• Please register for meals one week in advance by calling Dinning Coordinator, Jesus Delgado at 847-650-0650 or Social Services at 847-459-2606

• No walk-ins will be accepted

• In order to participate in events, participants must register for a meal in advance

Lunch Event (See page 9 for more information.)

APRIL

3 Salisbury

Meatball Marinara Sub Sandwich

Chicken A la Orange

Steak

10 17

French Dip of Beef W/Mushroom & Onions

BBQ Riblet

Classic Lasagna W/ Meat Sauce

Chicken

Veal Parmesan

Surimi Crab Salad Hot Dog

Hamburger BLT Chicken Salad Spaghetti & Meatballs w/ Marinara Sauce

11 18 25 13 20 27 12 19 26 7 14 21 28

Eggs w/Biscuit & Gravy Baked Meatloaf w/ Country Gravy

Slow Roasted Beef

Herbed Baked Chicken

Lunch Events

SCAM UPDATE - OFFICER PHIL KIM

Tuesday, April 11

Please join Officer Phil Kim, from the Wheeling Police Department who will share information on the latest scams and ways to prevent becoming a victim.

HOORAY FOR HOLLYWOOD - HEATHER BROUDAKIS

Monday, April 17

Reminisce about your favorite classic movies through the magic of their music. This program will be presented by Heather Braoudakis and will feature much loved songs such as “When you Wish Upon a Star”, “Somewhere Over the Rainbow”, “Lullaby of Broadway”, and many more.

VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION PARTY - EDIZON DAYAO

Tuesday, April 18

Please join us to honor our wonderful volunteers as we celebrate their hard work and dedication to our congregate dinning program. Edizon Dayao will be entertaining the afternoon with his boisterous entertainment.

CUISINE QUEST: SOUTHEAST ASIA AND INDIA - BRIAN MICHALSKI

Thursday, April 27

Tantalize your taste buds as Brian Michalski whisks you off to Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, India, and more, on this whirlwind tour of iconic regional cuisine and little-known delights. By experiencing frenetic local markets, taking cooking classes, and indulging in street food, Brian blends firsthand anecdotes while sharing tidbits about regional agriculture and sustainability. Satisfy your cravings with take-home recipes and restaurant recommendations.

CINCO DE MAYO - GABE ESTRADA

Wednesday, May 3

Join Gabe Estrada in a celebration to commemorate the Mexican Army’s victory over the French Empire, at the Battle of Puebla on May 5,1862, under the leadership of General Ignacio Zaragoza.

MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION - LANDON JAMES

Thursday, May 11

Celebrate all the mothers in your life at our Mother’s day celebration with a brand new entertainer, Landon James, who will entertain the evening away with his high energy Elvis Tribute.

HEDDA ! A ONE-WOMAN MUSICAL CONVERSATION - JILL GABRIELLE

Tuesday, May 16

An original one-woman musical on the iconic Hollywood gossip columnist, actress, and political pundit Hedda Hopper, starring Jillann Gabrielle.

GYPSY/RUSE SCAMS - WHEELING POLICE DEPARTMENT

Thursday, May 25

Please join, Officers from the Wheeling Police Department who will share information on the latest scams and ways to prevent becoming a victim.

LOST IN PARADISE - JAN & GINO

Thursday, June 1

Travel to paradise with Sounds of Time Duo, Jan and Gino will be performing some of the greatest hits of the decades including 1940’s swing, oldies, smooth jazz, classic rock, and much more.

CUISINE QUEST: SOUTH AND CENTRAL AMERICA - BRIAN MICHALSKI

Tuesday, June 6

Take a bite out of The Americas as we accompany Brian Michalski on his search for the most delectable dishes that Peru, Argentina, Brazil, Nicaragua, and other countries have to offer. Gain insight regarding local agriculture, overlapping stylistic influences, and how climate change is impacting food security. Michalski also shares recipes and endorsements of topnotch restaurants, so that you can take your appetite on many satiating adventures to come.

FATHER’S DAY CELEBRATION - SANDI HAYNES

Friday, June 16

Celebrate the fathers in your life at the Lunch at the Center Father’s Day celebration. Wear your craziest tie and be prepared to enjoy the music of Sandi Haynes and her salute to Dads.

SCAM UPDATE - MEDICARE FRAUD ALERT/BINGO

Tuesday, June 20

Play Bingo and learn how Senior Medicare Patrol Program works and how to prevent Medicare Fraud—presented by Jesus Enriquez of Age Options.

Brain Games

Location: CRC

Registration Deadline: 5/2

Join Linda Smith for Brain Games. Brain health is an important aspect of overall wellness. Learn about the benefits of brain health and then play three fun brain games to support your brain health. Prizes will be awarded.

DROP-IN

Stitch And Itch

Location: CRC room 206

Be social while you stitch.

Open Cards

Location: CRC room 206

Enjoy some fun card games in a casual, social setting.