May 2008 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 array of educational programs and recreational activities that encourage socialization, learning and promote independence, self esteem and dignity. In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt Margaret Atwood Mary s Greeting! This month we have the GREAT privilege of celebrating Older American s Month with you. On Wednesday, May 7th we have invited over 125 Maine Township residents to celebrate their 90 plus years of life. Included on this list is our very own Helen Jung who will be 98 years young in October, one of the oldest residents on our list. This event has always been my favorite as I have been organizing this event for over 25 years. I remember the first parties where I had my Grandma Jean come as a guest as she celebrated her 90 plus years with us! How lucky am I! Mary Swanson, Director MAY FLOWERS Luncheon Thursday, May 15th Chateau Ritz, 9100 Milwaukee Ave., Niles Doors Open: 11:00 a.m. Lunch Served: 12:00 noon Cost: $15.00 members/$16.00 guests + $2.50 Fish Are there flowers yet? Things inside will be blooming as we enjoy a lunch of Salad, Top Sirloin of Beef, Parisienne Potatoes, Broccoli, and Butter Pecan Ice Cream for dessert! Then, you have seen him many times on WGN, but now, Circus Boy Bobby Hunt will be here to entertain us! We have a special gift to our Ladies on this day as well! Bingo to follow. Reservations & cancellations due by Tuesday, May 6th. Next Luncheon: Tues., June 10th at Casa Royale. Congratulations to Barb Sylvan for receiving the Cook County Medal of Honor Town Hall will be closed Monday, May 26th in observance of Memorial Day. Annual Local Spelling Bee Friday, June 6th, 2008 Start Time: 10:00 a.m. No Registration Required Come and cheer your fellow MaineStreamers! The winner and first runner up will compete at the Regional Event here at Maine Township on Monday, June 23rd, 2008. If there are any members interested in competing please call Monika at 847-297-2510 ext. 252. A big heartfelt thank you to: Paulette Carrison, Jang Koo, Lucille Kozanecki, Barb Sylvan and Mike Wehman who worked selflessly through the tax season. The AARP tax volunteers helped hundreds of seniors file their tax returns this tax season! MEMORIAM Lou Benes Wanda Gast Lawrence Marchewka Phyllis Soltys If you know of someone who is ill or has passed away, we would like to send a card. Please call the MaineStreamers at 1-847-297-2510.
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 GOLF MILL PARKING LOT OFF CHURCH ST. BETWEEN MILWAUKEE & GREENWOOD. PICTURESQUE PORT WASHINGTON TRIP Port Washington, Wisconsin Wednesday, June 4th - 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Trip Rate 3 Cost : $56.00 members/$61.00 guests Upon our arrival we will tour the 1860 Light Station. This restored Light Station features a keeper s quarters inside. Venture up the staircase for a view from the light tower. We will then enjoy lunch at Newport Shores- the only restaurant located on the shores of Lake Michigan. Choose your entrée ahead of time: Choice of Baked Chicken Breast Cordon Bleu, Tenderloin Steak or a Seafood platter -Beer battered Shrimp, Scallops and Tilapia. All entrees include your choice of Soup, Salad or Cole Slaw, Potato, Vegetable or Rice and Dessert. Then enjoy a guided tour and shopping, including a stop at The Brat Stop. SPECTACULAR SUNSET V TRIP Lawry s, Millennium Park and Boat Ride Wednesday, June 11th - 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. - Trip Rate 2 Cost: $73.00 members/$78.00 guests This is the fifth year we will be enjoying Chicago at its best. We will start at Lawry s where you will choose ahead of time between Roasted Prime Rib or Fresh Salmon with Balsamic Glaze (lunch portion). Included will be Salad, Bread, Whipped Potatoes, Creamed Spinach and Strawberry English Trifle for Dessert. Free time to walk and enjoy the sights of Millennium Park. Then we board our own chartered Boat where we will go on Lake Michigan. This year we have added the Banjo Buddies to entertain us while we watch the Fireworks off of Navy Pier. So, don t delay sign up, as this is a big seller! DEVIL IN THE WHITE CITY TRIP Thursday, June 19th - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Trip Rate 2 Cost: $80.00 members/$85.00 guests Based on the bestselling book about the Chicago World s Fair of 1893, nicknamed the White City today we will tour the many sights including The Rookery Building, Hyde Park, Osaka Japanese Garden, Midway Plaisance and the Chicago History Museum. Lunch at Piccolo Mondo Restaurant for a Family-Style meal featuring Chicken Breast with Asparagus in Lemon Sauce and Spinach Ravioli and much more! BLACK POINT ESTATE BOAT TRIP Lake Geneva, Wisconsin Wednesday, June 25th - 9:15 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. - Trip Rate 3 Cost: $65.00 members/$70.00 guests Our first stop is Millie s Restaurant in Delevan where you will enjoy a Roast Pork lunch and some time for shopping in their gift shops! Then we will board one of the Lake Geneva Boats to travel by water to the Black Point Estate. You will have a guided tour of the first two floors of the mansion and the grounds. This mansion was built by Chicago Beer Magnate Conrad Seipp, Black Point served as the summer home and was gifted to the state in 2005. Please note: There is a series of 100 stairs that all visitors must climb.
UPCOMING DAY TRIPS Rockin Rockford Trip Saturday, July 12th 8:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Trip Rate 2 $57.00 members/$62.00 guests Odyssey - Cirque Shanghai Wednesday, July 16th 9:45 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Trip Rate 2 $81.00 members/$86.00 guests The Buddy Holly Story Trip Drury Lane Oak Brook Wednesday, July 23rd 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Rate 1 $53.00 members/$58.00 guests Intergenerational Trip Noble Horse Theatre and Lincoln Park Zoo Friday, July 25th 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Rate 3 $25.00 Kids/$35.00 Adults Little Switzerland New Glarus, Wisconsin Thursday, July 31st 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. - Rate 3 $80.00 members/$85.00 guests Extended Trips Shenandoah & Old Salem Sept. 7th - Sept. 14th Fancy Free Holidays Mississippi River Wonder Sept. 27th - Sept. 29th / 3 Days American Classic Tours For a flyer please call the MaineStreamers at 1-847-297-2510. ALPINE CHRISTMAS MARKET TRIP PREVIEW Tuesday, May 6th at 10:00 a.m. Registration Required Learn all about this fabulous trip that includes the Black Forest, Austrian Alps and Alsace. See the enclosed flyer for more information. INFORMATIVE PROGRAMS S.A.L.T. PROGRAM Seniors and Law Enforcement Together Elder Abuse Tuesday, May 20th 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. No Charge - Registration Required Every year, tens of thousands of elderly Americans are abused in their own homes, in relatives homes, and even in facilities responsible for their care. Come and learn the signs of elderly abuse. Visit our website at www.mainetownship.com See photos from our events! BOOK REVIEW Loving Frank Friday, May 23rd Presenter: Barbara Rinella $5.00 members only What a love story! Nancy Horan has written a powerful historical novel about the emotional, romantic and daring love affair with Frank Lloyd Wright! HEALTH PROGRAMS WALKING GROUP Mondays - 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Meet at Golf Mill Mall Entrance 2 No Registration Required Let s begin the month in a healthy way by walking together with a staff member. BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING Wednesday, May 7th 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Senior Advocate Office 8820 Dempster, Niles FREE blood pressure screening is offered by Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. HOLISTIC MASSAGE PROGRAM Wednesday, May 21st Facilitator: Phillip Racette Cost: $1.00 - Registration Required Learn the benefits of both Reiki-massage and East Indian head massage. See how these principles help create inner peace. INTERGENERATIONAL PROGRAM GRANDPARENTS AS CAREGIVERS Bullying Tuesday, May 13th No Charge - Registration Required A presenter will be here to discuss bullying and how to help grandchildren overcome their feelings from being teased and bullied. CLASSES BASIC CARD MAKING CLASS Choose one or more dates: Tuesdays, May 6th, 13th, 27th New Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $10.00 per class includes supplies Come on and try a NEW and FUN hobby! Make three lovely cards that are easy to do! This is a FUNtastic class!
PIANO LESSONS Weeks of May 12th to June 30th 1/2 hour lessons for 8 weeks Cost: $56.00 Registration Required Learn how to play piano as Ludmyla Turkalo shows you the way. You will arrange your own time once payment is received. Lessons are conducted at her home in Maine Township. Computer Workshop Buying & Selling on e-bay Monday, May 12th 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cost: $10.00 Instructor: Lee Huber Do you have items from spring cleaning you would like to sell? Is there an artifact you would like to buy if the price is right? Learn how to set up an account and make your buying and selling a profitable experience! Only instructor will have a computer. Craft Class Wine Charms Thursday, May 15th 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Cost: $7.00 includes supplies Facilitator: Sue Domzalski Make you own decorative wine charms with beautiful beads or gems. These are great for parties! Makes a nice gift! Please bring a hand towel & scissors to class. Computer Workshop Computer File/Folder Organization 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost: $15.00 Instructor: Sherri Peterson Prerequisite: Basic Computer Skills Learn how to create, save, and find your files for future use and how to sort them in a structured manner. We will discuss the Windows Explorer toolbars and how to navigate within them. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES NEWSLETTER MAILING Mark your calendar for Thursday, May 8th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon to come and help us collate and fold the June Newsletter. Bakery by wonderful Helen will be featured. RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES ***B I N G O*** Thursday, May 1st Town Hall, 1700 Ballard, P.R. Oakton Arms, 1665 Oakton Pl., D.P. Doors Open: 12:00 noon Games: 1:00 p.m. Cost: $2.00 or 2 Coupons each Bingo Come and enjoy a wonderful afternoon playing Bingo! Prizes, delicious sweet rolls and coffee are included in the price. PINOCHLE TOURNAMENT Wednesday, May 14th Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Competition begins: 12:30 p.m. Cost: $6.00 member/$7.00 guest Enjoy fun and competition at this Three Handed Pinochle Tournament. Lunch is included. Newcomers welcome! Must be present by 12:00 noon! HOOKED ON FISHING OUTING 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Cost: $13.00 Today we fish at McHenry Dam. Included in the price is fishing, bait, Continental Breakfast, Hot Dogs or Brats on the grill and prizes. Please note: Transportation on your own. Carpooling available. MOVIE OF THE MONTH Atonement - Rated R Tuesday, May 20th 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $1.00 or 1 Coupon Popcorn & Soda included A mischievous girl accuses her older sister s lover of a crime he did not commit, only to find that her words have permanently changed the lives of all WOMEN S TEA Best of the 20th Century Musical Thursday, May 22nd 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon Cost: $2.00 - Registration Required You re sure to hear your all time favorite songs played and sung by a husband and wife duo, playing the piano, saxophones, clarinets, percussion. Don t miss this fabulous review of the Best of the 20th Century!
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 checks! 2. Mail Only (No walk-ins or phone reservations) to: Maine Township MaineStreamers (M.T.M.S.) 1700 Ballard Road Park Ridge, IL 60068 3. Enclose a separate check and/or coupon for each event and make checks payable to M.T.M.S. All classes/programs/events are at the Town Hall unless designated otherwise. Indicate number attending each event by placing the number in the space before each event: Yes, place me on your e-mail alert list : @.com Recreational Activities Bingo at Town Hall - Thursday, May 1 - $2.00 or 2 Coupons Bingo at Oakton Arms - Friday, May 16- $2.00 or 2 Coupons Pinochle - Wednesday, May 14 - $6.00 members/$7.00 guests May Flowers Luncheon - Thursday, May 15 - $15.00 members/$16.00 guests + $2.50 FISH Hooked on Fishing Outing - McHenry Dam - Friday, May 16 - $13.00 Movie of the Month - Atonement - Tuesday, May 20 - $1.00 or 1 coupon Women s Tea - Thursday, May 22 - $2.00 or 2 coupons Extended Trip Alpine Christmas Market Trip Preview - Tuesday, May 6 - No charge Classes Basic Card Making Class - $10.00 each class: Check each class interested in: Tues., May 6, May 13 and/or May 27 Piano - $56.00 Computer Workshop - Buying & Selling on e-bay - Monday, May 12 - $10.00 Craft Class - Thursday, May 15 - $7.00 Computer Workshop - Computer File/Folder Organization - Friday, May 16 - $15.00 Health Program Holistic Massage Program - Wednesday, May 21 - $1.00 Informative Programs S.A.L.T Program - Tuesday, May 20 - No Charge Book Review- Loving Frank - Friday, May 23 - $5.00 members only Intergenerational Programs Grandparents Group - Bullying - Tuesday, May 13 - No Charge Day Trips Please remember to send a self-addressed, stamped envelope for each trip! Picturesque Port Washington Trip - Wed., June 4 - $56.00 members/$61.00 guests Choose entrée: Chicken Breast Cordon Bleu Tenderloin Steak or Seafood Platter Spectacular Sunset V Trip - Wednesday, June 11 - $73.00 members/$78.00 guests Chose entrée: Roasted Prime Rib or Fresh Salmon Devil in the White City Trip - Thursday, June 19 - $80.00 members/$85.00 guests Black Point Estate Trip - Wednesday, June 25 - $65.00 members/$70.00 guests Special Needs: Wheelchair Accessibility, Visual/Audio aids, etc..) Please Specify: On Day Trip(s) please seat me with (Limit One) Print Your Name: Phone Number: