WHEELING PARK DISTRICT
STAY ACTIVE NEWSLE TTER January - March Edition
SPECIAL EVENTS
LUNCH EVENTS/MENU
Volume 4, Issue 1
TRIPS
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 help you feel welcome and 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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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 847-2597743 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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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.
SPECIAL EVENTS BINGO
Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Join us for Bingo! Play 10 games for the chance to win exciting prizes! Pre-registration required. AGE
DAY
DATE
TIME
FEE
CODE
55+
Wednesday
1/26
1:00 - 3:00 pm
$8
112553-01
55+
Wednesday
2/16
1:00 - 3:00 pm
$8
112553-02
55+
Wednesday
3/16
1:00 - 3:00 pm
$8
112553-03
COMMUNITY EVENTS FAMILY BINGO NIGHT
Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 1/20 Spend an evening with family and friends playing bingo and winning prizes. Everyone attending must pre-register for this event. AGE
DAY
DATE
TIME
R/NR FEE
CODE
3+
Friday
1/21
6:30 - 8:30 pm
$6/$8
113620-01
WINTERFEST
Location: Heritage Park Join us for WinterFest 2022! Plans are underway for a funfilled winter event at Heritage Park. Activities include (weather permitting) penguin egg-hunt, winter games, arts and crafts, and more. AGE
DAY
DATE
TIME
R/NR FEE
All Ages
Sunday
1/23
1:00 - 4:00 pm
FREE
DADDY DAUGHTER LUAU
Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 2/28 Come dressed in your best Hawaiian outfit and get ready to dance the night away! Dads, grandfathers, uncles, and best gentleman friends and their special girl(s) will remember this time together. This luau-themed event includes a pizza dinner, dessert table, and fun games. *Per Couple AGE DAY 3+
DATE TIME
Friday 3/4
6:30 - 8:30 pm
R/NR FEE*
CODE
$38 / $48
113606-01
Additional Child: $15 113606-02
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LUNCH EVENTS
Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling
NEW YEAR’S ROCK-N-ROLL EVE Wednesday, January 12
Rock and roll your way into the New Year in classic Dick Clark style with your favorite ‘50s and New Year’s Eve music and learn about the history of our celebration with Heather Braoudakis.
AWESOME AUSTRALIA Tuesday, January 18
With a tapestry of original photographs and a deep well of stories, world traveler Brian Michalski shares his experiences backpacking and working for 10 months in the Land Down Under. His visits to exotic destinations, including the Australian Outback, Great Barrier Reef and Tasmania, offer a look into the country’s fascinating history, grand traditions, chic urban life, charming slang, deadly animals and Aboriginal influences.
MUSICAL MEMORIES: THE POWER OF A SONG Tuesday, January 25
Guitarist Steve Justman performs a variety of Hit Parade oldies, early rock and roll, love songs, classic country and vintage music. He is definitely an audience favorite!
VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATION Monday, February 14
Be our Valentine’s Day date! Love is in the air at this party when Edizon Dayao performs a variety of romantic songs and fun music for all to enjoy.
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REGARDS TO BROADWAY Wednesday, February 23
From Showboat to Phantom, My Fair Lady to Cats, and everything in between, learn how Broadway became what it is today. Step into your favorite characters and stories from the beginnings of musical theater to the present. Spend a delightful afternoon singing along with Heather Braoudakis.
MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION Monday, February 28
Mardi Gras is French for Fat Tuesday, referring to the last night of eating richer, fatty foods before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season begins. Celebrate with Sandi Haynes as she sings a little jazz, R&R, Latin Disco and more.
FEELING GROOVY
Wednesday, March 9 Heather Braoudakis takes us on a musical trip back to the “feeling groovy” days of the 1960s. Relive the wonderful tunes of Burt Bacharach, the Mamas and the Papas, the Fifth Dimension, Neil Sedaka and more.
ST. PATRICK’S CELEBRATION Thursday, March 10
Wear your green or risk getting pinched by a leprechaun! In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, Anna Bell O’ Shea sings classic Celtic tunes for the Irish in all of us.
GOLDEN AGE OF HOLLYWOOD Tuesday, March 29
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 during this captivating time in movie history headline this fascinating presentation. 4
JANUARY LUNCH MENU Meal Pick up- 9:45 am - 10:45 am Dine In- 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Lunch Events 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Dine-in and pick up meals for $5 (Suggested donation) 59 and younger meals $8 One choice per day.
MONDAY
Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling
Please register for meals one week in advance by calling Jesus 847-650-0650 or 847-459-2606. No walk-ins will be accepted. 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 canceled. The CRC will be open for operations unless there is a mandated closure. When in doubt, before venturing out, please call us at 847-459-2606.
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
3
4
THURSDAY
5
FRIDAY 6
7
Roast Turkey &
Spaghetti
Shaved Pork w/
Baked Chicken &
Citrus Alaskan
Gravy
& Meatball
Mediterranean
Gravy
Pollock
Marinara
Sauce
10 Hot Roast Beef
11 BBQ Riblet
12
13
14
Roast Turkey w/
Western Strata
Chicken Breast
Cheddar Ale
Bake
Parmesan
Sauce Heather Braoudakis
17
18
Sliced Bavarian
Chicken
Style Bratwurst
Chardonnay
19 Texas Chili
20
21 Baked Pollock w/
Veal Marsala
Lemon Butter Sauce
Brian Michalski
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25
26
27
28
Slow Roasted
Turkey Pot Roast /
Spaghetti &
Chicken Tenders
Surimi Crab
Beef/Gravy
Gravy
Meatball Marinara
in Country
Alfredo
Steve Justman
Chicken Gravy
Nutrition Information Scan QR Code
31 Baked Meatloaf w/ Country Gravy
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https://tinyurl.com/ WPDNutrition
Choice Days
Lunch Event (See page 3 for more information.)
Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling
Meal Pick up- 9:45 am - 10:45 am Dine In- 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Lunch Events 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Dine-in and pick up meals for $5 (Suggested donation) 59 and younger meals $8 One choice per day.
MONDAY
FEBRUARY LUNCH MENU
Please register for meals one week in advance by calling Jesus 847-650-0650 or 847-459-2606. No walk-ins will be accepted. 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 canceled. The CRC will be open for operations unless there is a mandated closure. When in doubt, before venturing out, please call us at 847-459-2606.
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY 1
Fish Sandwich
THURSDAY
2 BBQ Chicken
FRIDAY 3 Swedish
Cheese Omelet
Thigh
7
4 Meatballs/Gravy
8
9
Roast Pork &
Cheddar Broccoli
Salisbury Steak/
Gravy
Chicken and Rice
Gravy
10
11 Classic Lasagna
Hot Dog
w/Meat Sauce
Casserole
14
15
16
17
18
Roast Turkey &
Spaghetti
Shaved Pork w/
Baked Chicken &
Citrus Alaskan
Gravy
& Meatball
Mediterranean
Gravy
Pollock
Marinara
Sauce
Edizon Dayao
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22 BBQ Riblet
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24
25
Roast Turkey w/
Western Strata
Chicken Breast
Cheddar Ale
Bake
Parmesan
Sauce Heather Braoudaki
Nutrition Information Scan QR Code
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Sliced BavarianStyle Bratwurst Sandi Haynes
https://tinyurl.com/ WPDNutrition
Choice Days
Lunch Event (See page 3 for more information.)
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MARCH LUNCH MENU Meal Pick up- 9:45 am - 10:45 am Dine In- 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Lunch Events 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Dine-in and pick up meals for $5 (Suggested donation) 59 and younger meals $8 One choice per day.
MONDAY
Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling
Please register for meals one week in advance by calling Jesus 847-650-0650 or 847-459-2606. No walk-ins will be accepted. 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 canceled. The CRC will be open for operations unless there is a mandated closure. When in doubt, before venturing out, please call us at 847-459-2606.
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY 1
Chicken
THURSDAY
2 TBD
FRIDAY LENT 3
4 TBD
Veal Marsala
Chardonnay
7
8
9
Slow Roasted
Turkey Pot Roast/
Spaghetti &
Beef/Gravy
Gravy
Meatball Marinara
Chicken Tenders
14
15 Fish Sandwich
16 BBQ Chicken
w/ Country Gravy
11 TBD
Anna Bell O’Shea
Heather Braoudakis
Baked Meatloaf
10
17
18 TBD
Cheese Omelet
Thigh
21
22
23
Roast Pork &
Cheddar Broccoli
Salisbury Steak/
Gravy
Chicken and Rice
Gravy
24 Hot Dog
25 TBD
Casserole
28
29
31
Roast Pork &
Spaghetti &
Shaved Pork w/
Baked Chicken &
Gravy
Meatball Marinara
Mediterranean
Gravy
Martina Mathisen
7
30
Nutrition Information Scan QR Code
Sauce
https://tinyurl.com/ WPDNutrition
Choice Days
Lunch Event (See page 3 for more information.)
TRIPS HOLLYWOOD AURORA CASINO
Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Test your luck! Enjoy the day with friends at the casino. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip. AGE
DAY
DATE TIME
55+
Thursday 1/20
R/NR FEE
10:00 am - 3:30 pm $10 / $15
CODE 112551-01
VOLO AUTO MUSEUM
Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Spend the afternoon exploring 33 exhibits! After the museum visit, the group will stop somewhere local for lunch. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip. AGE
DAY
DATE TIME
55+
Tuesday
2/8
R/NR FEE
CODE
10:00 am - 2:00 pm $25 / $30 112551-02
GRAND VICTORIA CASINO
Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Feeling lucky? Enjoy the day with friends at the casino. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip. AGE
DAY
55+
Thursday 2/24
DATE
TIME
R/NR FEE CODE
10:00 am - 3:30 pm $10 / $15
112551-03
HOLOCAUST MUSEUM
Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior During this trip, participants walk at their own pace through the Holocaust Museum. After the museum visit, the group will go to a local restaurant for lunch. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip. AGE
DAY
DATE
55+
Thursday 3/10
TIME
R/NR FEE CODE
10:00 am - 2:00 pm $20 / $25 112551-04
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TRIPS MANNY'S DELI
Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 3/22 Enjoy one of the best corned-beef sandwiches around at this famous Chicago deli. Many other delicious treats are available as well. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip. AGE
DAY
DATE
55+
Tuesday 3/29
TIME
R/NR FEE
CODE
10:30 am - 1:30 pm $10 / $15
112551-05
FINE & PERFORMING ARTS ADULT OIL PAINTING
Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 1/5 & 2/16 Professional artist Enid Silverman provides students of all abilities individualized attention to improve drawing and painting skills. Participants are required to bring their own supplies. AGE DAY
DATE
TIME
R/NR FEE CODE
18+
Friday 1/7 - 2/11
10:00 am - 12:00 pm $70/$80
101102-01
18+
Friday 1/7 - 2/11
12:15 - 2:15 pm
$70/$80
101102-02
18+
Friday 2/18 - 3/25 10:00 am - 12:00 pm $70/$80
101102-03
18+
Friday 2/18 - 3/25 12:15 - 2:15 pm
101102-04
$70/$80
FITNESS EVENTS WEDNESDAY WINE AND YOGA
Location: Chevy Chase Country Club Wine and unwind at beautiful Chevy Chase Country Club. Treat yourself to a yoga class followed by light appetizers and wine. Yoga mats are provided or bring your own. Register online or at the Wheeling Health and Fitness Center. Limited spaces available. AGE
DAY
DATE
21+
Wednesday 2/9
TIME
R/NR FEE
6:00 - 8:00 pm
$20 / $25 115714-01
WHEELING WALKS
CODE
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 9
AGE
DAY
DATE
TIME
All
Saturday
Year Round 9:30 am
FEE Free
HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER SILVER SNEAKERS
The Wheeling Health & Fitness Center offers Silver Sneakers Yoga, Stay Fit, and Aqua Fit classes with a Health & Fitness Center Membership or purchase a Group Fitness Class Pass. Check our website for the most current Group Exercise class schedule or stop by our 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. Contact Beth Harrington for more information at 847-465-7673.
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