Calibri Carol A. Teschky Supervisor Gary K. Warner Clerk Susan Moylan Krey Assessor Robert Provenzano Hwy. Commissioner Walter Kazmierczak Laura J. Morask Peter Gialamas Kimberly Jones MaineStreamer Staff Mary Swanson Director Therese Tully Assistant Director Marie Dachniwsky Program Coordinator Monika Jaroszewicz Program Coordinator Debra O Brien Senior Associate Maine Township 1700 Ballard Rd. Park Ridge, IL 60068 847-297-2510 www.mainetownship.com Maine Township MaineStreamers AUGUST 2016 847-297-2510 Greeting from Mary! We have enjoyed so many activities and trips this summer together. It is always so nice to see so many of our regular folks, but it is equally nice to see our new MaineStreamers too! This month we are offering an overnight Holiday Trip to the beautiful Osthoff Resort in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. Please take some time to review the enclosed itinerary and register for this wonderful trip! I would also like to ask you to consider being part of our Musical.. It will be held on Valentine s Day 2017 and the theme is love songs! So if you can sing, or pretend to sing, dance, help with props or just want to be part of this once-in-a-lifetime experience please let us know! We would love to have you. SUMMERTIME LUNCHEON Tuesday, August 2 Chateau Ritz, 9100 Milwaukee, Niles Doors Open: 11:00 a.m. Lunch Served: 12:00 noon Cost: $18.00 members/ $19.00 guests + $2.00 Fish Come and enjoy our wonderful Summertime luncheon. You will enjoy time to relax and socialize before your 3 course meal is served. Following lunch the remarkable 17 year old Antonio Duca will perform. Born and raised in Chicago this talented young man will perform some of America s legends including Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Bobby Darin and more.blood Pressure Screenings offered by Presence Healthcare. Don t forget to bring a donation of school supplies! Rolls and Butter Mary Swanson, Director SCHOOL SUPPLIES DONATIONS NEEDED We are going to collect school supplies for our children in the Maine Township Community at the August luncheon. So please feel free to donate any type of supplies. Here are a few examples of what is needed: #2 pencils, crayons, set of markers, USB sticks, erasers, folders, spiral notebooks, glue sticks and Kleenex! Thank you for your generosity! MaineStreamers Cast of the 2013 Musical That s Entertainment! MaineStreamers Proudly pose! Luncheon Sponsored by Elected Officials take the stage! Tossed Salad Chicken Florentine with Spinach and Cheese or Tilapia (Fish Choice) Asparagus Double Baked Potato Strawberry Ice Cream Reservations/Cancellation by Wednesday, July 27th. Our next Luncheon is at Chateau Ritz on Wednesday, September 7th. 1
EXCITING DAY TRIPS FOR SEPTEMBER! 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! PLEASE NOTE: DEPARTURE POINT - SABEEL CENTER, 8800 BALLARD RD., PARK RIDGE FIESTA WAUCONDA The Pyramid House, Wadsworth & Lindy s Landing, Wauconda, IL Thursday, September 1 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Trip Rate 2 $90.00 Members/ $95.00 guests Our first stop will be The Gold Pyramid House described in a few words as Mysterious, Powerful and GOLD! You will tour this remarkable place. Then you re on your way to Lindy s Landing in Wauconda. Enjoy a leisurely Pontoon Boat Ride followed by Appetizers and a Mexican style Buffet Lunch. Then enjoy the Mariachi Monumental De Mexico Band. Time to relax or visit the Main Street Farmers Market will be allotted! Buffet Style Appetizers Empanada, Mini Burrito, Cheese Flauta and Chips and Salsa Mexican Rice and Refried Beans Carne Assada Marinated Skirt Steak Shrimp Diablo Chili Rellenos Mexican Stew Tres Leche Cake Tomatoe Bisque Soup Mixed Baby Green Salad Choose ahead of time: Holy Cow Burger, Buffalo Chicken Wrap or Rigatoni alla Vodka Assorted Cookies and Brownies Coffee and Hot Tea LET S GO TO THE RACES Arlington International Racecourse Arlington Heights, IL Thursday, September 8 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Trip Rate 1 $76.00 members/ $81.00 guests We re off to the Races for a fun filled day. Included in the price is Admission, a Daily Racing Guide, Buffet style Lunch, Indoor Lounge and Viewing. Enjoy live Thoroughbred Racing! Buffet Style Pale Ale Fondue Ranch House Dips and Spreads Macho Nachos Bacon Cheddar Sliders Spicy Chicken on a Biscuit Chopped Brisket Mini Baby Corn Dogs Flatbread Square Duo Antipasti Selections Bruschetta Assorted Desserts MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Fireside Theatre, Ft. Atkinson, WI Wednesday, September 14 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Trip Rate 1 CHEERS LIVE ON STAGE Harry Caray s and The Broadway Theatre, Chicago Saturday, September 24-10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Trip Rate 2 Cost: $81.00 members/ $86.00 guests $96.00 members/ $101.00 guests The Tony Award Winning musical, Million Dollar Quartet is set on December 4, 1956, when an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever! Prior to the show enjoy lunch! Butternut Squash Soup Freshly Baked Breads Roast Boneless Pork Chop Herbed Crouton Dressing Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes Creamed Sweet Corn Cinnamon Apple Sauce Triple Layer Carrot Cake Take a break from all your worries. Go where everybody knows your name. Join Sam, Diane, Coach, Carla, Cliff and Norm onstage as they play out the best and most memorable moments from the Emmy Award-winning classic hit TV series in CHEERS LIVE ON STAGE. A classic comedy performed in two acts, CHEERS LIVE ON STAGE will feature the interior of the iconic neighborhood bar, where drinking all day is the Norm! Audiences will get to laugh along with Carla, Coach, Cliff and Norm, as Sam Mayday Malone and Diane Buzzkill Chambers meet for the first time, share a first kiss and a first fight! 2
UPCOMING TRIPS UPCOMING OCTOBER DAY TRIPS CHICAGO PLACES OF WORSHIP Chicagoland Area Thursday, October 6 - Trip Rate 3 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $70.00 members/ $75.00 guests LET ME ENTERTAIN YOU Wild Fire, Glenview and Nichol s Concert Hall, Evanston Thursday, October 13 - Trip Rate 2 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. $96.00 members / $101.00 guests CHICAGO JAZZ, BLUES AND BEYOND Chicago Area Wednesday, October 19 - Trip Rate 2 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $72.00 members/ $77.00 guests MYSTERY IN THE JACOB HENRY MANSION Joliet Area Wednesday, October 26 - Trip Rate 3 10:30am to 4:30 p.m. $73.00 members/ $78.00 guests EXTENDED TRIPS Smokey Mountain Christmas November 7 to 12, 6 Days Branson features 5 Holiday Shows November 10 to 14, 5 Days Savannah & Charleston March 21 to 28, 8 Days Florida Keys & Miami February 3 to 9, 7 Days Heart of Texas March 27 to April 2, 7 days All the above trips are being offered by For a flyer on any of these destinations call the MaineStreamer Staff at 847-297-2510. 2017 Bahamas Cruise February 20 to 24, 2017 Join us for a fabulous Cruise with Cruise Planners of Park Ridge. Roundtrip airfare Overnight stay in Miami 4 Night cruise on Norwegian Ship Most meals and entertainment. Price starts at $1,579 per person, Dbl Occupancy. Call for a flyer at 847-297-2510! DANUBE RIVER CRUISE + PRAGUE BOOK NOW & SAVE Join us on an exciting Danube River cruise visiting such places as Vienna, Budapest, Prague and more. Depart Oct 3, 2017 with three nights in Prague followed by 7 nights on a luxury river cruise. We had a great time in 2012 and sold out. If you make your deposit by Aug 15 you receive an additional discount. Please call us for a flyer! DON T MISS TRAVEL FIESTA - Tuesday, August 23-10:00 a.m. Registration Required Joe Conroy, President of American Classic Tours will be here to highlight the 2017 Extended travels we are offering. Some of the trips include the ones listed above. Special discounts offered if you sign up for any trip at this event. Registration Required - Refreshments will be served. EDUCATIONAL CLASSES AARP S DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM Mon., August 29 and Wed., August 31 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. $15.00 AARP members/ $20.00 nonmembers Make check payable to AARP- Bring to Class Some drivers age 50-plus have never looked back since they got their first driver's license, but even the most experienced drivers can benefit from brushing up on their driving skills. Upon completion, your automobile insurance company may offer a discount. Next Class: Mon., Nov. 28 & Wed., Nov. 30th. COMPUTER WORKSHOP Monday, August 29-2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. $10.00 members/ $15.00 guests Instructor: Lee Huber Registration Required Technology 2016 - Interested in learning about technology that will influence your home and lifestyle in the years to come? Attend this workshop to learn about L.E.D. lighting, wireless thermostats, heating vents and front door locks. Bring your questions with you! EXERCISE CLASSES YOGA CLASSES Mon., August 8 to September 19 ( No Class Sept. 5) 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Cost: $40.00 for 7 classes Instructor: Diane McDonald Learn Hatha Yoga - an ancient art of stretching and limbering the body to increase health, vitality and self-awareness. Bring a mat! ZUMBA GOLD TONING August 5 to September 23 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Feldman Center, 8800 Kathy Lane, Niles Cost: $32.00 members/ $37.00 guests for 8 classes Designed for seniors, Zumba Gold fuses Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves for a great fitness program. Reg. Deadline: July 29 Min. stu- SENIOR AEROBICS CLASS Mondays, August 8 to September 19 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Feldman Center, 8800 Kathy Ln. Niles Cost: $24.00 members/ $29.00 guests for 6 classes Instructor: Joann Kitching This class will increase your strength, balance, flexibility and coordination in a sitting and/or standing position. Reg. Deadline: August 1 Min. students: 12. 3
Let s have some fun...recreational ACTIVITIES BINGO Thursday, August 4 Doors Open: 12:00 noon Game Begins: 12:30 p.m. $3.00 or 3 coupons Come and enjoy an afternoon of Bingo. Win a variety of prizes and enjoy each others company! Sweet Rolls & Coffee included. Registration Required. Max. 45 MOVIE OF THE MONTH Eye in the Sky Rated R Tuesday, August 16 Doors Open: 12:00 noon Movie Begins:12:30 p.m. $2.00 or 2 coupons Popcorn and Soda Included The commander is in England. The drone pilot is in America. The terrorist is in Kenya. And the authority to strike is up in the air. Col. Katherine Powell played by Helen Mirren, a military officer in command of an operation to capture terrorists in Kenya, sees her mission escalate when a girl enters the kill zone triggering international dispute over the implications of modern warfare. Registration Required. Max. 65 WOMENS BREAKFAST Eggsperience 90 N. Northwest Hwy., Park Ridge Tuesday, August 30-8:30 a.m. Cost: $12.00 members/ $14.00 guests All of our women are invited to enjoy a breakfast and time to socialize with each other Order off the menu. Coffee and Tip included. Registration Required. A DAY AT THE RACES Tuesday, August 9 Doors open: 12:00 noon Game Begins: 12:30 p.m. Cost: $6.00 Come and join us for an afternoon of horseracing. Enjoy refreshments while competing for prizes. Each participant gets an equal amount of wagers to bet on his or her favorite horse. Registration Required. Max. 45 TWILIGHT DINING Gale Street Inn 4914 N. Milwaukee, Chicago Monday, August 22 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. $35.00 members/ $37.00 guests Come join us for a delicious dinner at the Gales Street Inn. Enjoy the company of your MaineStreamer friends and have a relaxing evening with us. Transportation on your own. House Salad Entrée choose that night: Full Rack of Ribs Grilled Salmon Chicken Vesuvio London Broil All served with Side Dishes Ice Cream Registration and Cancellation Date: Aug. 17th. MEMORIAM Barbara Winiecki, Former MaineStreamer Staff Member If you know of someone who is ill or passed away call MaineStreamers at 847-297-2510. SOCIAL PINOCHLE Wednesday, August 24 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. No Charge - Registration Required Come and try your hand at Pinochle. This is a friendly group of folks who will help you learn and perfect the game in a social setting. Once you conquer this program you can participate in our future tournaments! HOOKED ON FISHING OUTING Lake Opeka, Des Plaines Friday, August 26 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: 16.00 members/ $18.00 guests Our outing at Lake Opeka includes Sweet Rolls, Juice, your choice of a 2 piece White or Dark Chicken Basket and prizes. Bait is included. Transportation on own. 11 th Annual Community Garage Sale Help support the MaineStay Youth & Family Services summer camp for at-risk youth and Maine Township s Food Pantry by participating in this year s garage sale. Saturday, September 24, 2016 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Held at: Maine Township,1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge How to get involved: Reserve a space to sell your own items. Space reservations go on sale beginning August 1 for Maine Township residents and on August 8 for all others. Make a monetary donation to support our summer camp and food pantry. Don t forget to come and shop! 4
AUGUST REGISTRATION FORM 1. Complete form, print 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 or copy registration form and do not staple or scotch tape checks! Not correctly completing your form may result in a delay of your registration! 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. 4. Please note that a confirmation letter is only sent when you are participating on a Day Trip and only sent in the envelope you provide. All other activities you register for we do not send a confirmation. You should mark your calendar and attend unless we notify you of a cancellation. Indicate number attending each event by placing the number in the space before each event: Yes sign me up for the musical! Recreational Activities Summertime Luncheon - Tuesday, August 2 - $18.00 members/ $19.00 guests + $2.00 FISH Bingo - Thursday, August 4 - $3.00 or 3 coupons A Day at the Races - Tuesday, August 9 - $6.00 Movie of the Month - Eye in the Sky - Tuesday, August 16 - $2.00 or 2 coupons Twilite Dining - Gale Street Inn - Monday, August 22 - $35.00 members/ $37.00 guests Social Pinochle - Wednesday, August 24 - No Charge Hooked on Fishing - Lake Opeka - Friday, August 26 - $16.00 members/ $18.00 guests Women s Breakfast Club - Tuesday, August 30 - $12.00 members/ $14.00 guests Classes Yoga Class - $40.00 for 7 Classes Zumba Toning - $32.00 members/ $37.00 guests - 8 classes Senior Aerobics - $24.00 members/ $29.00 guests - 6 classes AARP S Driver Safety Program - Monday, August 29 and Wednesday, August 31 $15.00 AARP members/$20.00 non-members *Payable on the first day of class to AARP Computer Workshop - Monday, August 29 - $10.00 members/ $15.00 guests Extended Trip Travel Fiesta 2017 - Tuesday, August 23 - 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: Fiesta Wauconda - Thursday, September 1 - $90.00 members/ $95.00 guests Let s Go To The Races - Thursday, September 8 - $76.00 members/ $81.00 guests Million Dollar Quartet - Wednesday, September 14 - $96.00 members/ $101.00 guests Cheers Live on Stage Saturday, September 24 - $81.00 members/ $86.00 guests Print Your Choose Entrée: Holy Cow Burger Buffalo Chicken Wrap Rigatoni alla Vodka Name: Phone Number: 5
Gary K. Warner, Clerk Susan Moylan Krey, Assessor Robert Provenzano, Hwy. Commissioner Therese Tully, Assistant Director Marie Dachniwsky, Program Coordinator MAINE TOWNSHIP 1700 BALLARD ROAD, PARK RIDGE, IL 60068 (847) 297-2510 FAX (847) 297-1335 Carol A. Teschky, Supervisor MaineStreamers Staff Mary Swanson, Director Walter Kazmierczak, Laura J. Morask, Peter Gialamas, Kimberly Jones, Monika Jaroszewicz, Program Coordinator Deb O Brien, Senior Associate 6