May Maine Township MaineStreamers 1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge, IL Mission Statement

Size: px

Start display at page:

Download "May Maine Township MaineStreamers 1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge, IL Mission Statement"

Edward Rodney Maxwell
6 years ago
Views:

May 2014 Maine Township MaineStreamers 1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge, IL 60068 1-847-297-2510 Mission Statement To enhance the quality of life for residents 55 years of age and older by providing a

...We made it!!! This month we have sent invitations to over 156 residents who are 90 and older to attend our Annual 90 Plus Birthday Party this is a record!

1 May 2014 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 encourages socialization, learning and promotes independence, self esteem and dignity. Greetings from Mary! Happy May and Spring!...We made it!!! This month we have sent invitations to over 156 residents who are 90 and older to attend our Annual 90 Plus Birthday Party this is a record! You still amaze me at all the life you have in you. So, Happy May and Happy Birthday to all of our celebrants! Mary Swanson, Director BOOK REVIEW Finding the Dragon Lady, Mystery of Vietnam s Madame Nhu Friday, May 2 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. $6.00 members/$7.00 guests Barbara Rinella will bring Madame Nhu to life. Born of ties to the Vietnamese Royal Family she becomes one of the most powerful women in Asia. HOOKED ON FISHING OUTING Fish Lake Beach, Volo Friday, May 30 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $15.00 Our fishing outing at Fish Lake Beach includes fishing, bait, Continental Breakfast, a Brat Lunch and prizes. Boat Rental available. Must have a fishing license. Transportation on own. TRAVEL FIESTA Monday, May 19 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. No Charge - Registration Required. Joe Conroy of American Classic Tours will present an updated preview of 2014 Trips. Refreshments will be served. MOTHER S DAY LUNCHEON Wednesday, May 7 Chateau Ritz, 9100 Milwaukee, Niles Doors Open: 11:00 a.m. Lunch Served: 12:00 noon Cost: $17.00 members/$18.00 guests + $2.00 Fish Let s celebrate Mother s Day today! Our lunch will include Salad, Sweet Potatoes, Vegetable, Baked Ham or Tilapia and Peach Melba Ice Cream for Dessert! Then don t dare miss our terrific entertainer, Vito Zatto - A Vegas style singer, comedian & impersonator! All ladies will receive a special gift! Bingo will follow! Blood Pressure Screening sponsored by Presence Life Connections. Reservations and cancellations due by Wednesday, April 30th. Next Luncheon will be on Tuesday, June 10th at Chateau Ritz. Luncheon Sponsored by Town Hall will be closed on Monday, May 26th in observance of Memorial Day. MEMORIAM Anthony Tony DeMichael If you know of someone who is ill or has passed away we would like to send a card. Call MaineStreamer Staff at

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.

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! CANTIGNY Cantigny Park and Le Jardin Restaurant, Winfield, IL Wednesday, June 4-9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Trip Rate 3 $53.00 members/$58.00 guests The Museums at Cantigny preserve the captivating stories and experiences of great men and the Gardens at Cantigny beckon you. We start our visit at Le Jardin Restaurant on the grounds. You will start with a Garden Salad and then you will choose ahead of time between Baked Tilapia Filet layered with Béchamel, Pistachio and Corn Bread, served on a nest of Fried Sweet Potatoes and Braised Black-eyed Peas or Pomegranate Chicken - Grilled Chicken Breast with Rice Pilaf, Grilled Asparagus Spears and a blend of Roasted Mushrooms and Piquant Pomegranate Sauce. Both served with dessert of Apple Pie! You will then have a guided tour of the Robert R. McCormick and 1st Division Museums. Time will be allotted to visit the beautiful Gardens & the tanks! DAMN YANKEES DiPescara, Northbrook and Cahn Auditorium, Evanston, IL Wednesday, June 11-11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Trip Rate 1 $82.00 members/ $87.00 guests Today we embark on a wonderful day trip starting at DiPescara for lunch. We will start with Bread and Salad and then choose ahead of time among Almond Crusted Whitefish, Chicken Brioni or Skirt Steak. Sides include Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Seasoned Vegetables with Mascarpone Cheesecake for Dessert! We are off to Light Opera Works to see Damn Yankees. Middle-aged Joe Boyd will do anything to see his beloved Washington Senators win the pennant even sell his soul to the Devil! LIVING HISTORY OF PONTIAC INCLUDING Rt. 66 Pontiac, IL Friday, June 13-7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. - Trip Rate 3 $55.00 members/ $60.00 guests Included is the Rt. 66 Museum which includes Life in the 40 s Exhibit, Livingston County War Museum and Old City Shoppes! You will board a trolley to see the International Walldog Mural & Sign Art Museum and the International Art School. Then we have lunch at the Pontiac Family Kitchen where you choose ahead of time among Broasted Chicken, Roast Beef or Walleye. All served with Salad, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable and Dessert! Then board the trolley for a Main Street tour, the Pontiac Oakland Auto Museum and then free time to visit the Historic Courthouse Square and Community Art Center!

The play spans 20 years during which they face trials and tribulations with humor and compassion.

3 DRIVING MISS DAISY Fireside Theatre, Ft. Atkinson, Wisconsin Thursday, June 19-8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. - Trip Rate 1 $94.00 members/ $99.00 guests This funny and warm story has touched millions of theatre goers and the Fireside is pleased to present a sparkling new production that will fill your heart with laughter and joy! The play spans 20 years during which they face trials and tribulations with humor and compassion. Prior to the show, enjoy a Signature Salad featuring Watermelon, Cantaloupe, Kiwi, Blueberries and Orange Segments on Garden Greens, Freshly Baked Breads, Roast Boneless Pork Chop with Herbed Crouton Dressing, Sauerkraut and Sausage, Whipped Potatoes, Gravy, Carrots, Green Beans and Crème Brulee for Dessert! MY KIND OF TOWN...CHICAGO!!! House of Blues and Seadog Boat, Chicago Sunday, June 22-9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. - Trip Rate 3 $ members/ $ guests Join us for a Gospel Brunch experience which includes local talent performing both traditional and contemporary Gospel Songs plus an amazing all-you-can-eat buffet. The Gospel Brunch Menu includes Croissants, Mini Muffins, Assorted Danish, Cheese Filled Tortellini Salad, Fresh Cut Fruit, Peel and Eat Shrimp, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon & Sausage Links, Creole Chicken Jambalaya, Biscuits & Gravy, Hand Carved Baked Ham, Made-To- Order Omelet Station and plenty of Dessert! Then we re off to board the Seadog boat on Navy Pier for a narrative architectural river and lake experience! UPCOMING DAY TRIPS Days Like Today Jameson s and The Writers Theatre Wednesday, July 2 - Trip Rate 2 10:40 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. $92.00 members/$97.00 guests Brigadoon Petterino s and The Goodman Theatre Thursday, July 10 - Trip Rate 2 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. $ members /$ guests The Last Ship Riva s and Bank of America, Chicago Sunday, July 13 - Trip Rate 2 10:30 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. $ members/$ guests The Beverly Hillbillies - The Musical Buca di Beppo & Theatre at the Center Wednesday, July 23 Trip Rate 1 $76.00 members/ $81.00 guests A Day in the Country Peach Picking Southwestern Michigan Thursday, July 31 Trip Rate 3 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. $77.00 members/ $82.00 guests UPCOMING EXTENDED TRIPS Door County October 6 to 8 American Classic Tours HEALTH PROGRAM WOUND HEALING Monday, May 12 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. No Charge - Registration Required Presence Healthcare will present a lecture on how to treat chronic wounds. They will discuss their state-of-the-art Hyberbaric Medicine Center and how they treat wounds that resist traditional treatment. FEATS OF FITNESS PROGRAM Wednesday, May 14 8:30 a.m. - Free Refreshments 9:00 a.m. - Healthy Eating 9:45 a.m. - Fun Bingo Held at Golf Mill Shopping Court

4 CLASSES CHAIR AEROBICS CLASS Session 1: Mon., May 5, 12 and 19 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Session 2: Wed., May 14 to June 18 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Feldman Center, 8800 Kathy Ln. Niles Cost:$7.50 for 3 wks/$15.00 for 6 wks This class will increase your strength, balance, flexibility and coordination in a sitting or standing position. TAI CHI Thursdays, May 8 to June 12 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Instructor: Sylvester Marshall Cost: $30.00 for 6 classes This class involves gentle, flowing movements through a series of stances. COMPUTER WORKSHOP Monday, May 19 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Instructor: Lee Huber Cost: $10.00 members/$15.00 guests Two topics: Brain Fitness Games Part II and Digital Photo Organization. A review of both will provide you ways of getting organized and keeping sharp and alert! YOGA CLASSES Mondays, May 19 to July 14 (No Class on May 26) 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Instructor: Diane McDonald Cost: $40.00 for 8 classes Hatha Yoga is an ancient art of stretching and limbering the body to increase health, vitality and self-awareness. Bring a mat! ZUMBA GOLD Tuesdays, May 20 to July 8 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. - 8 Classes Feldman Center, 8800 Kathy Lane, Niles Cost: $32.00 members/$40.00 guests Designed for seniors, Zumba Gold fuses Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves for a great fitness program. RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES B I N G O Thursday, May 1 Doors Open: 12:00 noon Game: 1:00 p.m. Cost: $2.00 or 2 Coupons Registration Required Come for an afternoon of bingo. Win prizes, enjoy Sweet Rolls and Coffee. A DAY AT THE RACES Monday, May 5 Doors Open: 12:00 noon Game Begins: 1:00 p.m. Cost: $ Registration Required Come join us for an afternoon of horse racing. Enjoy refreshments while competing for prizes. Max. 38 people. MOVIE OF THE MONTH Last Vegas - Rated PG 13 Tuesday, May 13 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $2.00 or 2 Coupons Popcorn & Soda included Michael Douglas, Robert DeNiro, Morgan Freeman & Keven Kline star in this comedy about semi-retired baby boom- MEN S BREAKFAST CLUB The Original Pancake House 106 S. Northwest Highway, P.R. Tuesday, May 27 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Cost: $12.00 members/$14.00 guests Choose off the menu. Coffee & tip included. Deadline: Thursday, May 22! SOCIAL PINOCHLE Wednesday, May 28 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. No Charge - Registration Required For beginner players who just enjoy playing. Keep in mind you can only sign up for one of the Pinochles! THREE HANDED PINOCHLE TOURNAMENT Wednesday, May 28 Lunch:11:30 a.m. Game: 12:00 p.m. Cost: $6.00 Members Only Enjoy an afternoon of competition. Included in the price are lunch & prizes. Reg/Cancel Deadline: May 23rd.

5 MAY 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 staple or scotch tape 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. Indicate number attending each event by placing the number in the space before each event: Recreational Activities Bingo at Town Hall - Thursday, May 1 - $2.00 or 2 coupons A Day at the Races - Monday, May 5 - $5.00 Mother s Day Luncheon - Wed., May 7 - $17.00 members/$18.00 guests + $2.00 FISH Movie of the Month - Last Vegas - Tuesday, May 13 - $2.00 or 2 coupons Men s Breakfast Club - Tuesday, May 27 - $12.00 members/ $14.00 guests Social Pinochle - Wednesday, May 28 - No Charge 3 Handed Pinochle - Wednesday, May 28 - $6.00 members only Hooked on Fishing Outing - Fish Lake - Friday, May 30 - $15.00 Health Program Wound Healing - Monday, May 12 No Charge Informative Program Book Review - Finding the Dragon Lady - Friday, May 2 - $6.00 members/ $7.00 guests Classes Chair Aerobics Session #1: Mondays - $7.50 for 3 classes Chair Aerobics - Session #2: Wednesdays - $15.00 for 6 classes Tai Chi - $30.00 for 6 classes Computer Workshop - Monday, May 19 - $10.00 members/ $15.00 guests Yoga - $40.00 for 8 classes Zumba Gold - $32.00 members/ $40.00 guests for 8 classes Extended Trips Travel Fiesta Monday, May 19 - 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, Visual/Audio aids, etc..) Please Specify: Cantigny Trip - Wed., June 4 - $53.00 members/$58.00 guests Choose entrée: Baked Tilapia or Pomegranate Chicken Damn Yankees - Wednesday, June 11 - $82.00 members/ $87.00 guests Choose entrée: Whitefish Chicken Brioni or Skirt Steak Living History of Pontiac - Friday, June 13 - $55.00 members/$60.00 guests Choose Entrée: Broasted Chicken Roast Beef or Walleye Driving Miss Daisy - Thursday, June 19 - $94.00 members/ $99.00 guests My Kind...Chicago - Sunday, June 22 - $ members/ $ guests Name: Phone Number:

Maine Township MaineStreamers 1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge, IL

July 2013 Maine Township MaineStreamers 1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge, IL 60068 1-847-297-2510 Mission Statement To enhance the quality of life for residents 55 years of age and older by providing a broad