WHEELING PARK DISTRICT
STAY ACTIVE
NEWSLETTER
January - March Edition
Volume 5, Issue 1 SPECIAL EVENTS
TRIPS
LUNCH EVENTS/MENU
PROGRAMS & BINGO
PICKLEBALL
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.
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.
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CONTACT US EVENTS, TRIPS & DROP-IN
Bella Licciardello Allen ilicciardello@wheelingparkdistrict.com 847-465-2940
LUNCH EVENTS / MENU Jesus Delgado 847-650-0650
PICKLEBALL
Katie Klemke kklemke@wheelingparkdistrict.com 847-465-2317
HEALTH & FITNESS
Beth Harrington bharrington@wheelingparkdistrict.com 847-465-7673
Wheeling Park District is not a sponsor of the activities represented in these ads
COMMUNITY EVENTS EASTER BRUNCH
Location: Chevy Chase Country Club
Enjoy a wonderful breakfast spread and visit with the Easter Bunny at our annual Easter Brunch. Kids ages 2 - 12 enjoy an egg hunt during each seating! Prepaid reservations are required. Register at www.chevychasecountryclub.com DAY
DATE
TIME
Sunday
3/31
11:30 am - 2:00 pm
AGE
FEE
0-5
Free
6 - 17
$16.95
18+
$27.95
EARTH DAY
Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion Celebrate Earth Day with the whole family! Take a nature walk, learn about all the beautiful wildlife Wheeling has to offer, view live animals up close, and plant seeds at the beautiful butterfly garden. Exhibitors are on hand to present information on the environment and answer all your questions about how to make our planet a better place. AGE
DAY
DATE
TIME
FEE
All Ages
Sunday
4/21
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Free
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TRIPS RIVERS CASINO & SHOPPING
Location: Des Plaines, IL Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Spend the day at the casino and fashion outlets! Participants may choose to enjoy going to either location at their leisure. Lunch is not included in the price of this trip. AGE
DAY
DATE
TIME
R/NR FEE
CODE
55+
Tuesday
1/30
9:30 am - 5:00 pm
$10 / $15
112551-01
HIGH TEA WITH GERRI
Location: Long Grove, IL Registration Deadline: One Week Prior High tea is inspired by British classics - an artful array of finger sandwiches, scones, and petite pastries - a menu that represents authenticity. Dressy attire is encouraged and hats are provided by Gerri's. Lunch will last 60-90 minutes and after there will be an hour to explore downtown Long Grove. AGE
DAY
DATE
TIME
R/NR FEE
CODE
55+
Thursday
2/22
10:15 am - 2:30 pm
$62 / $68
112551-03
LITTLE TRAVELER
Location: Geneva, IL Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Spend the day exploring the many shops within Little Traveler. Lunch will take place within the cafe and is included in the price of the trip. There will be time to explore downtown Geneva. AGE
DAY
DATE
TIME
R/NR FEE
CODE
55+
Tuesday
3/12
9:45 am - 4:00 pm
$25 / $30
112551-04
ILLINOIS HOLOCAUST MUSEUM
Location: Skokie, IL Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Participants will take a 45-minute docent lead tour and lunch provided by Once Upon a Deli.
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AGE
DAY
DATE
TIME
R/NR FEE
CODE
55+
Thursday
3/28
11:15 am - 3:30 pm
$32 / $38
112551-05
ADULT ART CLASSES DIY GREETING CARDS
Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Spend the morning creating greeting cards. All designs that are available will be based on our current season. This class will be run by an instructor to help you put together your artwork! AGE
DAY
DATE
TIME
R/NR FEE
CODE
55+
Saturday
2/17
10:00 - 11:15 am
$8 / $10
101102-01
55+
Friday
3/8
10:00 - 11:15 am
$8 / $10
101102-03
WATER COLOR FOR BEGINNERS
Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior This introductory watercolor class is taught by an instructor. AGE
DAY
DATE
TIME
R/NR FEE
CODE
55+
Friday
2/23
10:00 - 11:30 am
$10 / $12
101102-02
55+
Friday
3/29
10:00 - 11:30 am
$10 / $12
101102-04
WREATH MAKING CLASS
Location: Chevy Chase Country Club Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Create this one-of-a-kind wreath by using hand-dyed Sola Wood flowers accessorizing with greens and spring accessories. AGE
DAY
DATE
TIME
R/NR FEE
CODE
21+
Wednesday
4/17
6:30 - 8:00 pm
$65 / $75
101102-05
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LUNCH EVENTS
Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling
NEW YEAR PARTY - EDIZON DAYAO Tuesday, January 2 Get Ready to Celebrate the New Year with Edizon Dayao’s Soulful Performance Edizon Dayao’s charismatic personality and soulful voice make him the perfect choice to kick off your new year’s festivities. Enjoy listening to him perform classic hits that are synonymous with the holiday season. Mark your calendars now and get ready to ring in the new year with a bang! FUN AT THE BEACH - JEFF RUTER Wednesday, January 10 Get ready to soak up the sun and groove to the beats of the 50s and 60s with the newest addition to our lunch program, Jeff Rutter! GIVE MY REGARDS TO BROADWAY - HEATHER BROUDAKIS Wednesday, January 31 Join us on a journey through time to explore the history of Broadway and its enduring appeal. Step into the shoes of your favorite characters and relive unforgettable tales from the beginning until now. Don’t miss out - register today! THE ROOTS OF AMERICANA - STEVE JUSTMAN Wednesday, February 7 Take a Musical Journey Through the Decades! Experience the best of Vintage Folk, Country, Pop, Early Rock & Roll, and Rockabilly hits from the 1920s to the 1970s! Our ever-growing repertoire and changing program presentation will keep you captivated. Discover the story of American pop music and how its branches intertwine with Steve Justman. VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATION - RANDY MCALLISTER Wednesday, February 14 Love is in the air! Join us for a heartwarming Valentine’s Day celebration with Randy McAllister as he serenades you with timeless classics like “My Funny Valentine,” “You Make Me Feel So Young,” “My Girl,” and more! Get ready to rock and roll with “Blue Suede Shoes” and “La Bamba”. MOTOWN LOVE - FRANK LEE Wednesday, February 21 Dust off your dancing shoes and get ready to boogie! Frank Lee is back and he’s bringing the ultimate funkadelic party with him. We’re talking the grooviest Mo-town hits and sweet tunes that will have you moving and shaking. KISS ME, I’M IRISH - HEATHER BROUDAKIS Friday, March 8 Sway along to timeless Celtic melodies like Danny Boy, My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean, and When Irish Eyes are Smiling. Heather Broudakis voice will have you feeling the luck of the Irish in no time. ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION - DON REITSMA Thursday, March 14 Get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Don Reitsman and a whole lot of Irish shenanigans! It’s going to be a sham-rocking’ good time! RING IN SPRING! - DAVE RICE Tuesday, March 19 Get ready to bust out your dancin’ shoes and welcome Spring with a bang alongside Dave Rice! This keyboardist and vocalist extraordinaire knows how to play all the chart-topping tunes from the 1940s to the 1970s. Let’s groove to the rhythm of “Great Balls of Fire,” “YMCA,” “Let the Good Times Roll,” “Have I Told You Lately,” “Johnny Be Good,” and more!
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Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling
Meal Pick Up Option
Location:
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•
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am
LUNCH MENU
Community Recreation Center Room 107
Dine-In Option
Additional Guidelines:
• •
• Please register for meals one week in advance by calling Dining Coordinator, Jesus Delgado at 847-650-0650 or Social Services at 847-459-2606
Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Events: 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Cost • •
• No walk-ins will be accepted
60 and older: $5 (suggested donation) 59 and younger: $8
• In order to participate in events, participants must register for a meal in advance.
JANUARY
Menu is subject to change without notice.
MONDAY
TUESDAY 1
CLOSED HAPPY NEW YEAR!
2 Spaghetti & Meatball Marinara
8 Hot Roast Beef
15 Sliced Bavarian Style Bratwurst
22
WEDNESDAY
9 BBQ Riblet
Shaved Pork W/ Mediterranean Sauce
10 Roast Turkey W/ Cheddar Ale Sauce
16 Chicken Chardonnay
Slow Roasted Beef/Gravy
23 Turkey Pot Roast / Gravy
29 Baked Meatloaf W/
30 BBQ Pulled Pork
Country Gravy
3
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
4 Baked Chicken & Gravy
5 Citrus Alaskan Pollock
11 Western Eggs
17
12 Chicken Breast Parmesan
18
19 Baked Pollock W/Lemon Butter Sauce
24
25
26
Spaghetti & Meatball Marinara
Chicken Tenders in Country Chicken Gravy
Surimi Crab Alfredo
Veal Marsala
Texas Chili
31 Maple Mustard Glazed Chicken Thigh
Lunch Event (See page 5 for more information.)
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LUNCH MENU FEBRUARY
Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling
Lunch Event (See page 5 for more information.)
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY 1
2 Swedish Meatballs/Gravy
8
9 Classic Lasagna W/meat sauce
Cheese Omelette
5 Roast Pork & Gravy
12 Roast Turkey & Gravy
6 Cheddar Broccoli Chicken & Rice Casserole
7 Salisbury Steak/ Gravy
13 Spaghetti & Meatball Marinara
14 Shaved Pork W/ Mediterranean Sauce
15 Baked Chicken & Gravy
20
21
22
19 CLOSED
BBQ Riblet
Roast Turkey W/ Cheddar Ale Sauce
PRESIDENT’S DAY
26 Sliced Bavarian Style Bratwurst
MARCH
MONDAY
27
Hot Dog
Western Eggs
28
16 Citrus Alaskan Pollock
23 Chicken Breast Parmesan
29
Chicken Chardonnay
Texas Chili
Veal Marsala
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY 1 Baked Pollock W/Lemon Butter Sauce
4 Slow Roasted Beef/Gravy
11 Baked Meatloaf W/Country Gravy
18 Roast Pork & Gravy
25 Roast Turkey & Gravy
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5 Turkey Pot Roast / Gravy 12 BBQ Pulled Pork
6 Spaghetti & Meatball Marinara
7 Chicken Tenders in Country Chicken Gravy
8 Surimi Crab Alfredo Penne Pasta
13
14
15
Cheese Omelette
Swedish Meatballs/Gravy
21
22
Maple Mustard Glazed Chicken Thigh
19
20
Cheddar Broccoli Chicken & Rice Casserole
Salisbury Steak/ Gravy
26
27
Spaghetti & Meatball Marinara
Shaved Pork W/ Mediterranean Sauce
Hot Dog
Classic lasagna w/meat sauce
28 Baked Chicken & Gravy
29 Citrus Alaskan Pollock
DROP-IN VOLUNTEER CRAFT GROUP Location: CRC Room 210
This group meets every week to work on a variety of craft projects for the community. AGE
DAY
TIME
FEE
55+
Monday
12:30 - 2:30 pm
Free
STITCH AND ITCH
Location: CRC Room 206 Be social while you stitch. AGE
DAY
TIME
FEE
55+
Tuesday
12:30 - 3:00 pm
Free
PICKLEBALL BEGINNER PICKLEBALL LESSONS
Location: CRC Commit to learning the game of Pickleball with other beginners for 5 weeks. Players will learn the basics of pickleball including stroke mechanics, how to serve, volley, dink, hit a 3rd drop shot, drive, score, and more in drill and game - based scenarios. By the end of the session, players will know the proper pickleball etiquette, strategy of the game, and have the confidence to participate in drop - in pickleball programs. All equipment will be provided. All participants must commit to the entire session. AGE
DAY
18+ 18+
DATE
TIME
R/NR FEE
CODE
Wednesday 1/31 - 2/28
8:30 - 9:30 am
$60 / $70
Full Class 103212-01
Wednesday 4/3 - 5/1
8:30 - 9:30 am
$60 / $70
103212-02
ADVANCED BEGINNER PICKLEBALL LESSONS
Location: CRC This class is for advancing beginners who have some experience and want to continue to improve their pickleball game. Players will participate in drills and work on consistency in forehand and backhand shots, serving, volleying, dinks, and lobs. Players will learn the strategy and ball placement and work on a softer game which will help take their game to the next level by learning to play smarter, not harder. All equipment will be provided. All participants must commit to the entire session. AGE
DAY
TIME
R/NR FEE
CODE
18+
Wednesday 2/7 - 28
DATE
7:30 - 8:30 am
$60 / $70
103212-03
18+
Wednesday 2/7 - 28
8:30 - 9:30 am
$60 / $70
Full Class
18+
Wednesday 4/3 - 24
7:30 - 8:30 am
$60 / $70
103212-05
18+
Wednesday 4/3 - 24
8:30 - 9:30 am
$60 / $70
103212-06
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BINGO BIRTHDAY PARTY BINGO
Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Join us for 10 games of bingo with exciting prizes and themed treats. DAY
DATE
TIME
FEE
CODE
Wednesday
1/24
1:00 - 3:00 pm
$8
112553-01
VALENTINE’S DAY BINGO
Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Join us for 10 games of bingo with exciting prizes and themed treats. DAY
DATE
TIME
FEE
CODE
Wednesday
2/14
1:00 - 3:00 pm
$8
112553-02
ST. PATRICK’S DAY BINGO
Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Join us for 10 games of bingo with exciting prizes and themed treats.
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DAY
DATE
TIME
FEE
CODE
Wednesday
3/13
1:00 - 3:00 pm
$8
312553-03
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
ACTIVE ADULT GROUP CLASSES
In addition to Silver Sneakers and Renew Active, the Wheeling Park District Health & Fitness Center participates in Prime and Healthy Contributions reimbursements.
Check our website for the most current Group Exercise class schedule or stop by our Health & Fitness Center.
Many healthcare providers offer discounts, or even full reimbursements for gym memberships. Call your insurance company today to find out if you are eligible.
The Wheeling Health & Fitness Center offers Silver Sneakers, Stay Fit, Zumba Gold, and Aqua Fit classes with a Health & Fitness Center Membership.
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
To view the full list of Health & Fitness Center winter events, visit www.wheelinghealthfitnesscenter.com LAP/OPEN SWIM See the Indoor Pool schedule at www.wheelingparkdistrict.com. DAILY ADMISSION General .......................................................... $8.00 Youth (3-9 years) ................................. $7.00 Seniors (62 years +) ........................... $7.00 Children (2 years & under) .......... FREE
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