Maine Township MaineStreamers 1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge, IL

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1 August 2015 Maine Township MaineStreamers 1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge, IL Mission Statement To enhance the quality of life for residents 55 years of age and older by providing a broad array of educational programs and recreational activities that encourage socialization, learning and promote independence, self esteem and dignity. Greetings from Mary! This month we have a the wonderful opportunity to give back to our community. We will be collecting non perishable food for the Food Pantry at the Monthly Luncheon or you can bring something in if you are attending a class or program. It s a great way to help out our neighbors and be thankful of all the wonderful things we have. Thank you! Mary Swanson, Director TWILIGHT DINING The Blossom Café 8349 W. Lawrence, Norridge Tuesday, August 18 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Cost: $34.00 members/ $36.00 guests Come join us for dinner at The Blossom Café where we will start our meal with their homemade Soup followed by their House Salad. For the entrée, choose ahead of time between: Surf and Turf 6oz Lobster Tail and 4oz Fillet, a New York Strip Steak or a Full Slab of Ribs. All served with a Baked Potato and Vegetables and an Ice Cream Sundae. Reservations/Cancellations by August 11th. MAINE TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE Saturday, September 26 9:00 am to 2:00 p.m. For table rental or for more information please contact Anne Camarano at #272. SUMMERTIME LUNCHEON Wednesday, August 12 Chateau Ritz, 9100 Milwaukee, Niles Doors Open: 11:00 a.m. Lunch Served: 12:00 p.m. Cost: $18.00 members/$19.00 guests + $2.00 Fish Enjoy a delicious lunch of Salad, Chicken Florentine with Spinach and Cheese, or Tilapia (Fish Choice), Double Baked Potato, Asparagus, and Ice Cream for Dessert! Our entertainers feature a Cabaret Duo performed by Mark Streder and Rachel Peterson. Bingo will follow. Blood Pressure Screenings by Presence Health. Reservations and cancellations due by Wednesday, August 5th. Next Luncheon will be on Wednesday, Sept. 9th. FOOD PANTRY DRIVE TO BE HELD AT AUGUST LUNCHEON Please donate a food item at the Luncheon. All nonperishable food welcome! DOCUMENT SHREDDING EVENT AT MAINE TOWN HALL Sat., Aug. 1 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Please limit your shredding to three small grocery bags. Make sure all paper clips, staples and rubber bands are removed. No Spiral Notebooks!

2 Day Trip Information Rate 1- Easy means usually one stop, some walking and minimal stairs. Rate 2- Somewhat Difficult means that there are at least two stops and sometimes stairs. Rate 3- Difficult means that there are at least two stops and sometimes stairs and moderate to heavy walking. Cancellation Policy When canceling please keep in mind that we need to be able to resell your ticket first. If we are able to resell, a $3.00 cancellation fee will be charged per ticket. If the ticket is not resold, there will be no refund. Guest Policy If the trip indicates that guests are allowed the policy is one per paid member. Special Requests Please limit your request to sit with one person only and indicate this on your registration form. Also, if you need any special assistance, such as wheelchair access, special menu etc...indicate this on the registration form. Please enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope for each day trip! ALL TRIPS DEPART FROM THE SABEEL CENTER, 8800 Ballard Rd., Des Plaines CHICAGO PARKS, ART & CULTURE TRIP Wednesday, September 2-9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. - Trip Rate 3 $70.00 members/ $75.00 guests We start our tour at Chicago s newest attraction the Maggie Daley Park, then onto one of Chicago s hidden gems, the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool, Lincoln Park. We will then have lunch at Mon Ami Gabi in Lincoln Park where you can choose between Grilled Salmon, Croque Monsieur or Chicken Paillard. All served with a family style Fruit Platter, Frites (Fried Potatoes) and Chocolate Mousse for Dessert. Then we drive the boulevard system through Logan Square over to Historic Humboldt Park. Our last stop will be in Humboldt Park Stable, Historic Landmark, home to the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture. CHICAGO S FINEST TRIP Chicago History Museum, Harry Caray s and Lincoln Park Zoo Tuesday, September 8-9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Trip Rate 3 $61.00 members/ $66.00 guests We start at the Chicago History Museum for their special exhibit The Secret Lives of Objects. Included are 42 items from its collection including the eyeglasses of Nathan Leopold, found near the body of victim Bobby Franks, which helped unravel the 1924 killing, and a rare photo of both President Abraham Lincoln & his assassin John Wilkes Booth. After we spend time exploring we will travel to the Original Harry Caray s for lunch. Choose ahead of time between Rigatoni Vodka, Roasted Turkey Club Sandwich or a Holy Cow! Burger. Each served with Sides, Soup and Fudge Brownies and Cookies for Dessert! Then enjoy some time at Lincoln Park Zoo, weather permitting! HISTORIC MILITARY SPACES North Shore Area Wednesday, September 16-8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Trip Rate 3 $55.00 members/ $60.00 guest Let s march thru history as we visit some of the most interesting Military places. Starting with the Russell Military Museum where history comes alive - with over 100 vehicles on display. Then lunch will be served at Port of Call enjoying the panoramic view of Lake Michigan. Lunch features Crispy Fried Chicken, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Potato Chips and Fresh Baked Cookies. After lunch, we visit the Great Lakes Navy Museum and see how the base was a major recruit training center during WWI. During WWII Great Lakes was one of the Navy s most important centers for both Basic and Advance training. Our final stop will be touring the Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve. See Day Trip on next page...

3 FOUR WINDS CASINO New Buffalo, Michigan Thursday, September 24-9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Trip Rate 1 $39.00 members/ $44.00 guests Four Winds Casino is the premier casino in the Midwest. The odds are in your favor when you play the hottest casino games in New Buffalo. Check out everything they have to offer: 3,000 slots, Blackjack, Craps, Baccarat and more...included is a $10 Food Voucher and $15.00 Instant slot Credit. Please note: Legal Names and Full Birth Dates are required when signing up. If you have a Player s Card please include card number on the Registration Form. UPCOMING DAY TRIPS Peter and The Star Catcher Drury Lane Oak Brook Thursday, October 1 - Trip Rate 1 10:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. $70.00 members/$75.00 guests Hollywood s Greatest Song Hits Evanston, IL - Thursday, October 8 - Trip Rate 3 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. $90.00 members/ $95.00 guests Spamalot Theatre at the Center, Munster, IN Wednesday, October 14 - Trip Rate 2 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. $77.00 members/$82.00 guests Oklahoma The Paramount Theatre & White Fence Farm Saturday, October 17 - Trip Rate 2 1:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. $95.00 members/$ guests Untouchables Tour Chicago Area and Lou Malnatti s Wednesday, October 28 - Trip Rate 2 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $50.00 members/$55.00 guests Vacations by Rail presents Yellowstone and Glacier Adventure August 17 to 27, 11 Days $2870 DBL/$3620 SGL Three National Parks of the glorious West await you. Grand Teton, Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks as you travel by train to see them. A representative from Vacations by Rail will present a Trip Preview on Tuesday, August 4 at 10:00 a.m. Registration Required. Flyers available by calling the MaineStreamers Staff at CLASSES CHAIR AEROBICS CLASS Mondays, Aug. 3 to Sept. 28 No Class on Sept. 7 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. - 8 classes Feldman Center, 8800 Kathy Ln. Niles Cost: $24.00 members/ $26.00 guests This class will increase your strength, balance, flexibility and coordination in a sitting or standing position. YOGA CLASSES Mon., August 3 to Sept. 28 No Class on Sept. 7 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Cost: $48.00 for 8 classes Learn Hatha Yoga - an ancient art of stretching and limbering the body to increase health, vitality and self-awareness. Bring a mat! COMPUTER WORKSHOP Monday, August 24 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Instructor: Lee Huber Cost: $10.00 member/ $15.00 guests IPhone/IPad users: Want to learn how to navigate on your phone/pad or have specific issues? Beginners or Intermediate users should attend! Max: 10 Registration Required. MEMORIAM Marilyn Ballowe Bill Keller If you know of someone who is ill or passed away call MaineStreamers at

4 ZUMBA GOLD TONING Fridays, Aug. 28 to Oct. 16 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. - 8 classes Feldman Center, 8800 Kathy Ln. Niles $36.00 members/ $38.00 guests Tailored for active older adults who want to focus on muscle conditioning and light weight activity. Zumba Goldtoning blends this using Zumba Toning Sticks! AARP S DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM Mon., Aug. 31 and Wed., Sept. 2 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. $15.00AARP members/ $20.00 nonmembers Check due at class payable to AARP This class updates your knowledge of age-related changes. Upon completion, your automobile insurance company should offer a discount. RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES B I N G O Thursday, August 6 Doors Open:12:00 noon Game:12:30 p.m. Cost: $3.00 or 3 Coupons* Registration Required Come and play bingo, win prizes, enjoy Sweet Rolls and Coffee. Max. 45 people. MOVIE OF THE MONTH The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel - Rated PG-13 Tuesday, August 11 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $2.00 or 2 Coupons Popcorn & Soda included The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel has only a single vacancy - posing a rooming predicament for two fresh arrivals - Sonny pursues expansion. Starring Judi Dench, Maggie Smith & Richard Gere. A DAY AT THE RACES Friday, August 14 Doors Open: 12:00 noon Game Begins: 12:30 p.m. Cost: $ Registration Required Come join us for an afternoon of horse racing. Enjoy refreshments while competing for prizes. Max. 40 people. SOCIAL PINOCHLE Wednesday, August 26 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. No Charge - Registration Required This program is being offered to the beginner level player who just enjoys playing. Reg./Can. Deadline: Fri., Aug 21 WOMEN S BREAKFAST CLUB Eggsperience 90 Northwest Hwy., P.R. Thursday, August 27 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Cost: $12.00 members/$14.00 guests Choose off the menu. Coffee & tip included. Please be mindful of the price when ordering. Deadline: Fri. Aug. 21st. BOWLING OUTING Thursday, August 27 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. River-Rand Bowl, 191 River Rd, D.P. $17.00 members/$19.00 guests Join us for 2 games of bowling with lunch of Salad and Pizza. HOOKED ON FISHING OUTING The Glen, Glenview, IL NEW DATE: Friday, August 28 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $ Registration Required Join us at The Glen. Included in the price are fishing, bait and your choice of a Grilled Chicken or Roast Beef Box lunch and prizes. HEALTH PROGRAM FREE AMPLIFIED PHONE PROGRAM Monday, August 10 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon To schedule a 20-minute appointment call Disability Services. Do you have trouble hearing on the phone? Come and test ITAC amplified telephones and learn how to obtain a free phone. There are specific guidelines that will be discussed.

5 AUGUST REGISTRATION FORM 1. Complete form, sign name and detach entire registration form. If you are signing up another member we must also have their registration form. **PLEASE!! DO NOT CUT UP ORIGINAL FORM OR USE TAPE OR STAPLES TO ATTACH CHECKS ** 2. Mail Only (No walk-ins or phone reservations) to: Maine Township MaineStreamers (M.T.M.S.) 1700 Ballard Road Park Ridge, IL Enclose a separate check and/or coupon for each event and make checks payable to M.T.M.S. Recreational Activities Bingo at Town Hall - Thursday, August 6 - $3.00 or 3 coupons Movie of the Month - 2nd Best Exotic Marigold. - Tues., Aug $2.00 or 2 coupons Summertime Luncheon - Wednesday, August 12 - $18.00 members/$19.00 guests + $2.00 FISH A Day at the Races - Friday, August 14 - $6.00 Twilight Dining - Tuesday, August 18 - $34.00 members/ $36.00 guests Choose Entrée: Surf and Turf New York Strip Steak Ribs Social Pinochle - Wednesday, August 26 - No Charge Women s Breakfast Club - Thursday, August 27 - $12.00 members/ $14.00 guests Bowling Outing - Thursday, August 27 - $17.00 members/$19.00 guests Hooked on Fishing Outing - The Glen - Friday, August 28 - $15.00 Choose entrée: Grilled Chicken Box Lunch or Roast Beef Box Lunch Classes Chair Aerobics Class - Mondays - $24.00 members/$26.00 guests for 8 classes Yoga Class - $48.00 for 8 classes Computer Workshop - Monday August 24 - $10.00 members/$15.00 guests Zumba Gold Toning - $36.00 members/$38.00 guests for 8 classes AARP S Driver Safety Program - Monday, Aug. 31 and Wednesday, September 2 $15.00 AARP members/$20.00 non-members *Payable on the first day of class to AARP Extended Trip Yellowstone and Glacier Train Trip Preview - Tuesday, August 4 - No Charge Day Trips 1. Please remember to send a self-addressed, stamped envelope for EACH trip! 2. On Day Trip(s) please seat me with (Limit 1): 3. Special Needs: Wheelchair Accessibility etc..) Please Specify: Chicago Parks, Art...Wednesday, September 2 - $70.00 members/$75.00 guests Chicago s Finest Trip Tuesday, September 8 - $61.00 members/$66.00 guests Choose entrée: Rigatoni Vodka Roasted Turkey Club Sandwich Holy Cow! Burger Historic Military Spaces - Wed., September 16 - $55.00 members/$60.00 guests Four Winds Casino - Thursday, September 24 - $39.00 members/ $44.00 guests Name(s): Birthdate(s): Four Winds Player Card Number (if applicable): Print Your Name: Phone Number: