Active Adults July - September Newsletter by Wheeling Park District

WHEELING PARK DISTRICT

STAY ACTIVE NEWSLE TTER July - September Edition

Volume 3, Issue 3 SPECIAL EVENTS

LUNCH EVENTS/MENU

TRIPS

BINGO & DROP-IN

HEALTH & FITNESS

WELCOME Stay Active is a quarterly publication for active adults designed to bring you news about activities, events and trips. Our goal is to provide you with lots of social and active options to fill your days with memorable experiences.

Bella Licciardello Allen is the Recreation Services Manager at the Wheeling Park District. Bella is all about helping adults stay active and engaged. If you have any questions about activities, events, trips or programs, contact Bella.

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YOUR OPINION MATTERS Looking to resume Drop-In Programs at the CRC? Please contact Bella and let her know what activities interest you.

NEED A RIDE TO THE CRC? Wheeling Township offers bus service for Wheeling Township residents Monday through Friday, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Call 847-259-7743 between the hours of 9:00 am and 1:30 pm to schedule transportation. Reservations should be made two days before the travel date.

ilicciardello@wheelingparkdistrict.com 847-465-2940

4 EASY WAYS TO REGISTER WALK-IN Community Recreation Center (CRC) 100 Community Boulevard, Wheeling ONLINE www.wheelingparkdistrict.com PHONE 847-465-3333 MAIL-IN Mail completed registration form and payment.

COMMUNITY EVENTS CAR SHOW

Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion

See a wide selection of classics and classics-in-the-making. Enjoy live music by Rosie & the Rivets. Food will be available for purchase. Do you own a vehicle or truck that you would like to bring to the event to display at the Car Show? Go to our website or contact Emily Matgous at 847-465-7766 for more information. AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

FEE

All Ages

Saturday

7/23

1:00 - 4:00 pm

Free

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion

Bring the whole family and join the Wheeling Park District and Wheeling Police Department for a variety of activities for all ages. Get to know your neighbors and the police officers who serve our community. Learn about local crimeand drug-prevention efforts and show your neighborhood spirit. AGE

DAY

DATE

All Ages

Tuesday 8/2

TIME

FEE

5:30 - 8:30 pm

Free

PATIO PARTY

Location: Chevy Chase Country Club - Grand Ballroom Patio Date: Thursday, August 11

You are invited to Chevy Chase’s annual Patio Party! Enjoy live music by Lazy Maybes while playing yard games with your family and friends. Food and beverage will be available for purchase. In case of inclement weather, the event will move indoors. AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

FEE

All Ages

Thursday

8/11

6:30 - 10:00 pm

Free

INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL

Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion

Celebrate the diversity of our community. Bring the whole family and explore the cultural richness of Wheeling through authentic live performances, fun activities and ethnic food. Learn about local organizations that support our unique and diverse community! AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

FEE

All Ages

Sunday

8/14

1:00 - 7:00 pm

Free

LUNCH MENU

Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling

ALOHA HAWAII

Tuesday, July 5 In honor of National Hawaiian Day, we will be celebrating with an amazing Hula dancer from the wonderful Island of Hawaii. Dust off your Hawaiian shirts for a chance to win a prize.

FUN 50’S

Wednesday, July 6 Happy Birthday America! Heather Braoudakis will treat us to an amazing patriotic program to celebrate our nation’s birthday!

GOLDEN AGE OF HOLLYWOOD

Monday, July 11 Martina Mathisen, educational entertainer presents: The Golden Age of Hollywood with Louella Parsons. The scintillating stories and scandals of the actors, actresses, and studio moguls in Hollywood’s Golden Age.

DEMYSTIFYING ACUPUNCTURE

Wednesday, July 13 Have you been curious about how this traditional medicine works to heal the body? Join Al Ladesic, a licensed acupuncturist in Deerfield, for a short talk on the basic principles and pain-relieving benefits of acupuncture.

THE MUSICAL INFLUENCE OF JOHNNY CASH

Friday, July 22 Steve Justman is honoring the legendary Johnny Cash. His mix of music and history is always a crowd pleaser!

THE KING OF ROCK AND ROLL

Tuesday, July 26 Singers Jan and Gino are going to bring us back to mid 50’s and 60’s, enjoy music from the King of Rock and Roll greatest hits. Their energetic music show is sure to please.

ROCK AND ROLL LEGENDS WITH TIM WILSEY

Wednesday, August 3 Rock and Roll emerged from the rhythm and blues music of the 1940s. In 1955, Bill Haley & His Comets’, “Rock Around the Clock” was one of the first rock songs to reach a million in record sales. From Buddy Holly, Little Richard, Motown, Beatles, Rolling Stones, and the complete British invasion, we will look at the history, music, groups and founders of one of the most profound eras in music. Revisit the past and rediscover the legends of Rock & Roll with Tim Wilsey.

KNOWING AND LOVING: THE KEYS TO REAL HAPPINESS

Tuesday, August 9 Learn ways to grow your mind and heart every day! Based on Robert Beezat’s Book knowing and loving: The keys to Real Happiness, You’ll discover why you are needed and how you can find ways to make a difference in this world. NO matter your age, we are all searching for meaning, understanding, happiness and a fuller life. Share your wisdom and give hope to the young. 5

FUN IN THE SUN, BEACH PARTY

Friday, August 12 Shake your sandals off and have your maracas ready to celebrate summer, Sandi Haynes style. Sandi is a high energy, Chicagoland vocalist and flute player that will have you dancing and singing the afternoon away.

JILLANN GABRIELLE’S PARADISE PLAY HOUSE PRESENTS: JOAN & BETTE

Thursday, August 18 Joan Crawford and Bette Davis, iconic superstars of the silver screen from the 30’s, 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and beyond, find themselves in Purgatory, IN THE SAME BODY! Involved in a real and manufactured feud for most of their screen careers, the actresses defend their lives to the powers that be. Comedic rapid fire exchanges and attacks drag out all the skeletons from each others closet, including their disdain for each other, their professional jealousy, their failed marriages (each of them had four), their sexual peccadillos, their competition for the same men, their troubled childhoods, and their eldest daughters who both wrote scathing books attempting to destroy them. Exhaustively researched, this innovative onewoman musical presents fourteen songs with hilarious, brilliant lyrics. Fireworks!

BLUE SUEDE SHOES

Wednesday, August 24 Step into the Blue Suede Shoes of the King of Rock ‘N’ Roll with Heather Braoudakis. Whether you’re a long-time Elvis Presley fan or you only like a song or two, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Listen and sing along to such Elvis classics as Love Me Tender, Jailhouse Rock, and more!

POP! GOES THE COUNTRY

Thursday, September 1 Steve Justman presents a lively program of tunes that started off as country songs but were reformulated into magnificent pop hits by many famous singers from the era that we all know and love.

TOP OF THE WORLD

Wednesday, September 7 Who is your favorite singer? As a young girl Heather Braoudakis dreamed of being Karen Carpenter. We’ve only just begun to bring this sister, drummer, and beautiful, beloved contralto Close to you.

MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY

Thursday, September 15 Mariachi singer Gabriel Estrada will be here to entertain and celebrate Mexican Independence Day. Join us for a special meal and lots of south of the border fun!

FIRST DAY OF FALL CELEBRATION

Thursday, September 22 Grab a cup of hot cocoa and join us in welcoming multi-talented, Edizon Dayano, to our program! Edizon will perform a variety of music from the 50s,60s, and much more, all while welcoming the most colorful season of all! 6

TRIPS LIZZADRO MUSEUM Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 7/11

The Lizzadro Museum in Oak Brook displays gemstone treasures and antiques, with a blending of earth science exhibits. A 1.5 mile guided tour followed by free time in the museum is included. After, the group will go for lunch locally. Lunch is not included in price of the trip. AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Wednesday

7/27

9:45 am - 3:00 pm

$20/$25

212551-08

GRAND VICTORIA CASINO Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 7/28

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

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Thursday

8/4

10:00 am - 3:30 pm

$10/$15

212551-09

WOODFIELD MALL & LUNCH AT PF CHANG’S Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 8/16

Spend the afternoon shopping and eating lunch together as a group. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

55+

Tuesday

8/23

10:00 am - 3:45 pm $10/$15

R/NR FEE

CODE 212551-10

APPLE HOLLER: ORCHARD & FARM Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 9/6

Spend the afternoon picking apples, dining at the farm and shopping at the farm store. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Tuesday

9/13

10:00 am - 3:00pm

$20/$25

312551-02

THE MORTON ARBORETUM Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 9/15

Enjoy walking around the Morton Arboretum and taking in all the scenery. Included is a guided tour to learn more about the property and nature. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip. AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Thursday

9/29

9:00 am - 3:30 pm

$28/$32

312551-03

PATTERSON GLASS

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 10/3

Participants will spend the afternoon learning about glass making by watching a video about the studio, live demonstrations , talking with the artist and then shopping at the store. Please eat lunch prior to arriving for this trip. AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Wednesday

10/12

12:15 - 3:15 pm

$28/$32

312551-04

HARD ROCK CASINO NORTHERN INDIANA Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 10/18

Spend the day at the casino testing your luck! Lunch is not included in price of the trip.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Tuesday

10/25

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

$10/$15

312551-05

MILWAUKEE PUBLIC MUSEUM Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 9/28

Start of the morning exploring the Milwaukee Public Museum and then head to a late lunch at a local Milwaukee restaurant. Lunch is not included in price of the trip.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Thursday

11/3

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

$28/$32

312551-06

BINGO BINGO

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Age: 55+

Join us for Bingo! We will play 10 games for the chance to win exciting prizes! Pre-registration required. DAY

DATE

Wednesday 7/27

TIME

THEME

R/NR FEE CODE

1:00 - 3:00 pm Luau

$8/$10

212553-04

Wednesday 8/24

1:00 - 3:00 pm Ice Cream Social $8/$10

212553-05

Thursday

1:00 - 3:00 pm Oktoberfest

$8/$10

312553-01

$8/$10

312553-02

9/22

Wednesday 10/26 1:00 - 3:00 pm Halloween

DROP-IN STITCH AND ITCH

Location: CRC room 206

Be social while you stitch. AGE

DAY

TIME

FEE

55+

Tuesday

12:30 - 3:00 pm

Free

OPEN CARDS

Location: CRC room 206

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

DAY

TIME

FEE

55+

Wednesday

12:30 - 2:30 pm

Free

LAP/OPEN SWIM See the Indoor Pool schedule at www.wheelingparkdistrict.com. DAILY ADMISSION General .......................................................... $6.50 Youth (3-9 years) ................................. $5.50 Seniors (62 years +) ........................... $5.50 Children (2 years & under) .......... FREE

PICKLEBALL - OPEN GYM

Outdoor Courts open April - September If you are looking for a place to play this summer, check out the outdoor pickleball courts at Chamber Park, 131 N. Wolf Road. Play is first come, first served. It will not be staffed. Indoor pickleball courts available to rent. For more information, contact Katie Klemke at kklemke@wheelingparkdistrict.com.

HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER As Wellness Manager, Beth Harrington is committed to helping you find your path to health and wellness. If you need assistance reaching your fitness goals or have questions about fitness services or wellness programs, please contact Beth at: bharrington@wheelingparkdistrict.com 847-465-7673

GET REIMBURSED FOR WORKING OUT

Many healthcare providers offer discounts, or even full reimbursements, for gym memberships. Call your insurance company today to find out if you are eligible. In addition to Silver Sneakers and Renew Active, the Wheeling Park District Health & Fitness Center participates in Prime and Healthy Contributions reimbursements.

ACTIVE ADULT GROUP CLASSES

The Wheeling Health & Fitness Center offers Silver Sneakers, Stay Fit, and Aqua Fit classes with a Health & Fitness Center Membership. Check our website for the most current Group Exercise class schedule or stop by our Health & Fitness Center.

Contact Beth Harrington for more information at 847-465-7673.

WHEELING WALKS

Commit to 30 minutes of daily activity, and walking is an easy way to do that! Enjoy the beautiful path around Lake Heritage with friends. For further information or updates, please contact Beth Harrington at bharrington@wheelingparkdistrict.com AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

FEE

All

Saturday

Year Round

9:30 am

Free

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FALL FLING

AT CHEVY CHASE COUNTRY CLUB Start your day with a wonderful Chevy Chase Country Club breakfast and a performance by Mike and Traci of Good Clean Fun! Register by 9/19.

TUESDAY 10-11:30am

SEPTEMBER 27

55+ YEARS

Fee: $ 28

Code: 312554-01