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May, June, July,<br />

August 2010<br />

<strong>Westmont</strong> <strong>Park</strong> <strong>District</strong> Senior Newsletter (630) 969-8080 www.wpd4fun.org<br />

Hello warmth and sunshine! It‟s time to gather your friends and<br />

neighbors and get into the spirit of summer. Our summer schedule is<br />

packed with a variety of activities and programs designed just for you.<br />

Some trips are close to home and others take us to the Wisconsin or<br />

Indiana countryside. Boats, trolleys, baseball and lots of adventure<br />

and fun---come out and play! Be sure to sign up early so we can meet<br />

our minimums and not have to cancel. In addition to the activities<br />

listed in the Young At Heart Newsletter, there are many other great<br />

park district and museum programs to participate in. Don‟t forget to<br />

come out to one of our June concerts at the beautiful Ty Warner <strong>Park</strong><br />

or the annual Fourth of July Celebration! We have the most<br />

spectacular fireworks in the area.<br />

As always, I invite you to stop by and give us your suggestions and<br />

comments. We like to hear about new places to go, fun things to try<br />

and how we can better serve you.<br />

See you around the park!<br />

~Alice<br />

Yeah! Summer‟s here! With it brings many opportunities to be outside.<br />

We get to see nature at its best. Whether you like taking a leisurely<br />

stroll, getting your hands dirty in the garden, feeling the warm breezes<br />

blowing at sundown, playing a round of golf, or smelling the fresh cut<br />

grass, our senses awaken when the temperature rises. What about<br />

watching an exciting baseball game at the ballpark? Or, listening to an<br />

outdoor concert as the world drifts by. Summer also means delicious<br />

food, barbeques, corn on the cob, hamburgers, brats, ice cream and<br />

homemade salads. When family and friends surround you on a<br />

beautiful summer day- there‟s nothing better. We have a red-hot lineup<br />

for you to choose from this season. There‟s all kinds<br />

of things to see and do. It‟s just waiting for you. So,<br />

register today and join us at <strong>Westmont</strong> <strong>Park</strong> <strong>District</strong>-<br />

“Where the Sun Is Always Shining!”<br />

Love and Hugs, Linda<br />

Take a look<br />

inside for...<br />

Plein Air Art:<br />

Outdoor Painting<br />

page 9<br />

Concerts in<br />

the <strong>Park</strong>:<br />

page 18<br />

Chicago Film Tour:<br />

page 21<br />

Ravinia:<br />

page 24


Our Center<br />

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Location<br />

The Senior Center is located at 55 E. Richmond St. (the old<br />

<strong>Westmont</strong> Library). You can enter either on Richmond St. or<br />

Linden St. There are 6 stairs to the lower level and 10 stairs<br />

to the upper level. There is an elevator when you enter on<br />

Linden St.<br />

Activities<br />

Lower Level: dining area, TV lounge, stereo, blood<br />

pressure machine, tables for cards and games.<br />

Upper Level: all senior services (legal service, Rules of the<br />

Road, S.H.I.P.), chorus and all classes.<br />

Times<br />

Our Center is open from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm,<br />

Monday - Friday.<br />

Phone<br />

Numbers<br />

Senior Line (630) 969-8080 ext. 104 for Alice<br />

ext. 121 for Linda<br />

Senior Activities information, appointments for services and<br />

general information. If no one is there to answer the phone,<br />

you‟ll be switched to voicemail. We will get back to you as<br />

soon as possible, but you must leave your phone number!<br />

Nutrition Line (630) 620-0804 ext. 318<br />

To make reservations for lunch.<br />

NEW<br />

#<br />

library<br />

Come take a look through our library. Take, read, return any<br />

books at your leisure. No fees, no cards! We have a third<br />

bookcase now, plus we are using shelves in the lounge area.<br />

At this time, we are not accepting books because of space<br />

limitations.<br />

closings<br />

Our Senior Center is closed on May 31, July 5 & Sept. 6.


General Info.<br />

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Program<br />

Fees<br />

We are sponsored by the <strong>Westmont</strong> <strong>Park</strong> <strong>District</strong>; therefore,<br />

<strong>Westmont</strong> residents are contributing part of their tax dollars<br />

to the <strong>Park</strong> <strong>District</strong>. This is the reason residents have<br />

priority in program registration. Everyone, regardless of<br />

residence, is welcome at our programs; however, there is an<br />

extra charge for non-residents.<br />

Refunds<br />

We will make every attempt to refund money whenever<br />

possible. <strong>Trips</strong> that require pre-payment will be<br />

non-refundable unless a replacement for your space can be<br />

found, either by you or by us. The actual refund will not be<br />

processed until after the date of the trip. If the <strong>Park</strong> <strong>District</strong><br />

cancels the trip, you will always be refunded.<br />

Waiver<br />

Policy<br />

When you register for any <strong>Park</strong> <strong>District</strong> event, class or trip,<br />

you are asked to sign a waiver. Basically, what you are<br />

doing when you sign the waiver is releasing all claims for<br />

injuries which might possibly be sustained while participating<br />

in a <strong>Park</strong> <strong>District</strong> program. What it means for you is that<br />

unless you sign the waiver, attendance at the program will<br />

be denied.<br />

Newsletter<br />

Our newsletter, “Young at Heart”, is published 3 times a<br />

year. Forms are available at the registration desk or at the<br />

Senior Center. Residents are asked to pay a $3/year fee.<br />

The non-resident rate is $6/year. All subscriptions run from<br />

January - December. Please remember that the fee is to<br />

help with mailing costs. You are welcome to pick up the<br />

newsletter at The Community Center, 75 E. Richmond St.,<br />

free of charge.


trip Info.<br />

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registration<br />

Registration for trips will remain at the Community<br />

Center, 75 E. Richmond St. The registration office<br />

phone number is (630) 963-5252.<br />

Registration office hours:<br />

Monday & Friday: 8:30 am-4:30 pm<br />

Tuesday-Thursday: 8:30 am-7:00 pm<br />

Saturday:<br />

9:00 am-1:00 pm<br />

<strong>Trips</strong><br />

<strong>Trips</strong> will leave from the Community Center,<br />

75 E. Richmond St.<br />

<strong>Park</strong>ing<br />

<strong>Park</strong>ing for DAY TRIPS only: the east side of the<br />

Community Center.<br />

<strong>Park</strong>ing for OVERNIGHT TRIPS only: between Senior<br />

Center & Community Center. Pink tag must be placed in<br />

the window of your vehicle.<br />

During school hours, traveling south on Linden St. is<br />

prohibited. Please do not go around the barricade to<br />

park in front of the Senior Center. Go around the<br />

building or you may be ticketed.<br />

Trip schedule<br />

We try to make return times as best we can. Please plan<br />

accordingly as these times are approximate.<br />

Don’t forget to STOP when you see this officer!<br />

He will let you know what trips and events<br />

require you to register early to prevent<br />

cancellation.


Services<br />

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Senior<br />

Health<br />

Insurance<br />

Program<br />

(S.H.I.P.)<br />

The Illinois Department of Insurance has trained volunteers to<br />

provide assistance to aid you in filing Medicare claims and<br />

answer your questions regarding health insurance. An<br />

appointment must be made.<br />

Dates are Thursdays, May 6, June 3, July 1 and August 5<br />

from 12:00 noon - 2:00 pm.<br />

Luncheon<br />

Program<br />

The DuPage Senior Citizens Council hosts our lunch program,<br />

Monday - Friday, at 11:30 am. You must make a reservation<br />

for meals by calling (630) 620-0804 x318 before 11:00 am at<br />

least 24 hours in advance.<br />

Legal<br />

Service<br />

An attorney from Prairie State Legal Service is at The Senior<br />

Center every other month; you must be 60 years or over and a<br />

DuPage County resident to be eligible. Wills or cases seen<br />

previously by an attorney are not accepted. You must make your<br />

own appointment by calling (630) 690-2130. Dates are<br />

Tuesdays, May 25 and July 27 from 1:30 - 3:30 pm.<br />

Rules of<br />

The Road<br />

A representative from the Secretary of State‟s office will teach<br />

this refresher course! Next date is Monday, May 17<br />

at 9:30 am.<br />

AARP<br />

Driver<br />

Safety<br />

Program<br />

We do not offer this program at our Senior Center. Please call<br />

1-888-227-7669 or log onto www.aarp.org/drive for information<br />

regarding class locations in our area.


Services<br />

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Dial-A-<br />

Ride<br />

Residents of Downers Grove Township who are 65 years or older, or<br />

are disabled, may travel anywhere within the township (north to 39th<br />

St., west to Woodward Ave., south to the Sag Canal, east to County<br />

Line Rd.), to Good Samaritan Hospital and to the Suburban Hospital,<br />

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.<br />

Riders must have an RTA Special User Card. An application for an<br />

RTA Special User Card is available at the Downers Grove Township<br />

Office, 4340 Prince St. in Downers Grove. A photo will be taken at<br />

the Township office for a fee of $3.<br />

Rides may be reserved up to 2 days in advance or 7 days in advance<br />

for medical appointments. Fare is $5.00 for each ONE WAY trip.<br />

You must have exact change as the driver will not make change.<br />

Passengers must register in advance from Downers Grove<br />

Township. Call (630) 719-6685.<br />

To reserve a ride, call 1(800) 713-7445 between 7:30 am and 4:00<br />

pm. If you are riding to and from the <strong>Park</strong> <strong>District</strong> Dining Center, the<br />

fare is $5.00 each way.<br />

Seniors 65 and over living in DuPage, Cook, Kane, Lake, Will, or<br />

McHenry counties (RTA service region) are eligible for free transit on<br />

fixed routes operated by the CTA, Metra and Pace.<br />

Seniors<br />

Ride FREE<br />

Program<br />

You must have a senior reduced fare card.<br />

If you already have a senior reduced fare card, you are already<br />

registered.<br />

To sign up for a senior reduced fare card, make an appointment<br />

by calling Hanna, Senior Services Coordinator, (630) 719-6682 or<br />

visit the Downers Grove Township Office, 4340 Prince Street,<br />

Downers Grove.<br />

You must have a photo ID to register (drivers license, state ID or<br />

passport)<br />

A fee of $3 will be charged for taking the photo for your new<br />

senior reduced fare card.<br />

There are limited days and times to sign up for this program at the<br />

Downers Grove Township office. Please call Hanna at the<br />

number listed above to arrange a time.<br />

You will receive your new fare card in 3-4 weeks.<br />

Your new senior reduced fare card will let you ride the Metra<br />

trains, CTA or Pace buses for FREE.<br />

This program is different from Dial-A-Ride; you need an RTA Special Fare<br />

Card to use the Dial-A-Ride program. The Dial-A-Ride program is<br />

sponsored by the Downers Grove Township office and fees are applicable.


Registration<br />

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Dates to Remember:<br />

April 20 - April 26<br />

Resident registration will be processed<br />

Beginning April 27<br />

Non-resident registration will be processed<br />

April 20 - May 1<br />

No phone registration accepted!<br />

May 1<br />

Phone registration will be accepted with a<br />

major credit card<br />

Registration Procedures:<br />

Fill out the WHITE registration form that you can find at the end of each newsletter:<br />

Name, address, phone number and emergency contact information<br />

Code number & name of trip/program<br />

You do not need to fill out the age column unless you are registering for a<br />

gambling trip. For gambling trips, please list your card number or your<br />

birth date.<br />

Sign the bottom waiver portion<br />

You may either mail in or drop off your registration form as soon as you receive it.<br />

The office will date your form on the day it arrives. You may register 1 guest, either resident<br />

or non-resident. Registration must be mailed in or dropped off at The Community Center.<br />

Senior Activity Registration<br />

<strong>Westmont</strong> <strong>Park</strong> <strong>District</strong> Community Center<br />

75 E. Richmond St., <strong>Westmont</strong>, IL 60559<br />

Do not mail directly to Alice or Linda; this only delays the process.


Special Interest<br />

Page 8<br />

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Joyful Voices<br />

Come and join the Joyful Voices Chorus! The group has a lot of fun<br />

preparing programs and shows to be performed at local senior<br />

retirement establishments. We currently have over 50 members and are always<br />

looking for additional voices, especially men!<br />

The group director is Joe Chobot and we have the gift of several members who can<br />

play the piano and/or keyboards. If you love to sing or can play an instrument, why not<br />

stop in on a Tuesday at 1:00 pm and see what we are really about! This year‟s songs<br />

are focused on “Oklahoma.”<br />

Just make sure to check our schedule in case we are out doing a show!<br />

This program is sponsored by First Midwest Bank.<br />

WATERCOLOR & MIXED MEDIA<br />

Watercolor, acrylic, oils – individualized painting instruction, in your choice of media,<br />

emphasizes composition, color value and technique. If you have never painted before,<br />

this class will introduce you to the basics. Take a break from your busy schedule and<br />

inspire your creativity while making new friends. This class is for students of all skill<br />

levels. Mary Edwards, Instructor.<br />

Spring Session III<br />

Dates: Thursdays, April 29-June 17<br />

(8 wks.)<br />

Time: 10:00 am-12:00 Noon<br />

Place:<br />

Fee: R/NR $80<br />

Min/Max: 10/25<br />

Code: 327-3-3<br />

Linden Room<br />

Summer Session I<br />

Dates: Thursdays, June 24-Aug. 12<br />

(8 wks.)<br />

Time:<br />

Place:<br />

Fee: R/NR $80<br />

Min/Max: 10/25<br />

Code: 327-1-1<br />

10:00 am-12:00 Noon<br />

Linden Room<br />

Summer Session II<br />

Dates: Thursdays, Aug. 19-Oct. 7<br />

(8 wks.)<br />

Time: 10:00 am-12:00 Noon<br />

Place: Linden Room<br />

Fee: R/NR $80<br />

Min/Max: 10/25<br />

Code: 327-1-2


Special Interest<br />

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Bowling league<br />

banquet<br />

It‟s time to celebrate a great bowling<br />

season! If you are on the Sr. Bowling<br />

League that meets on Thursdays, you will<br />

receive notice of our end-of-season<br />

banquet to be held at The Bohemian<br />

Crystal on Thursday, May 13 at 12:00n.<br />

Bowling league<br />

kick-off coffee!<br />

We‟re looking forward to our 26th season<br />

of bowling at Suburbanite Bowl! The<br />

2010-2011 season will begin on<br />

September 10. All are cordially<br />

invited to our annual Kick-off<br />

Coffee for all potential and<br />

former bowling leaguers to be<br />

held at our Senior Center,<br />

55 E. Richmond St., <strong>Westmont</strong>.<br />

Friday, August 13, 10:00 am<br />

GOlf League NOtes<br />

The Golf Leagues begin on April<br />

26 & 27. There is still time to<br />

register! Call Alice at (630) 969-<br />

8080 to sign up today.<br />

League Prize Days!<br />

June 7 & 8<br />

July 12 & 13<br />

August 9 & 10<br />

Have you used our<br />

FREE library yet?<br />

Come take a look through our library.<br />

Take, read, return any books at your<br />

leisure. No fees, no cards! We have a<br />

third bookcase now, plus we are using<br />

shelves in the lounge area. At this<br />

time, we are not accepting books<br />

because of space limitations.<br />

Plein air art - outdoor painting<br />

Bring the beauty of the outdoors to light! If you have never tried this style of art and<br />

always wanted to, this is your chance. Our introduction to drawing and watercolor is the<br />

perfect place to start. Local artist Laura Dieter-Alvear, will take us outside in the garden to<br />

create some fabulous art. You will complete a simple watercolor piece that you will be<br />

proud of! Registration fee includes paintbrush and use of paints during class. If you<br />

already have supplies, feel free to bring them. Class will meet indoors in case of inclement<br />

weather. Please register by June 1 so that we can have the necessary supplies on<br />

hand.<br />

Date: Mondays, June 7 - June 28 Min/Max: 6/14<br />

Time: 9:00AM - 10:30AM Code: 326-1-1<br />

Fee: R/NR $40 Location: ADB & Gregg House Garden


Special Interest<br />

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QUICK FIXES & COMPUTER TIPS<br />

Computer problems? Afraid you‟ll make things worse? Jan will give you some<br />

“worry-free”, simple computer tips today! Windows has many built in tools to<br />

keep a computer running smoothly and to troubleshoot and fix problems. Most<br />

people just don‟t know about them. You will learn the tools for cleaning up,<br />

backing up and maintaining files; updating software<br />

programs, troubleshooting hardware/software problems,<br />

what to do if your computer won‟t start normally, how to<br />

work in safe mode, and more!<br />

Date: Monday, May 3<br />

Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am<br />

Fee: R/NR $22<br />

Min/Max: 5/7<br />

Code: 322-3-1<br />

Check us out online at Www.wpd4fun.org<br />

Breezy Bridge<br />

Here is a fun and easy way to learn and play bridge.<br />

Meet sociable players looking for an afternoon of<br />

friendly card playing! If you‟ve never played before,<br />

we will introduce you to the basics. All ability levels<br />

welcome. We are all about having a good time!<br />

A voluntary $2 per person would be appreciated to<br />

defray the cost of dessert, coffee, and bridge supplies.<br />

Date: Tuesdays, June 1 - Sept. 7<br />

Time: 1:00-3:30 pm Sociable playing<br />

Location: Senior Lounge, downstairs<br />

No Bridge on<br />

July 20 due to a<br />

special event!


Special Interest<br />

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File of life<br />

The File of Life is a FREE program, designed to help your Fire Department<br />

Paramedics obtain your necessary medical history and emergency contact<br />

information in an emergency... it could help save your life.<br />

Your Kit Contains: Refrigerator magnet file, door sticker, and wallet/purse file.<br />

The refrigerator magnet File of Life holder: The card, which is kept in a<br />

red plastic pocket labeled FILE OF LIFE, lists the patient's name,<br />

emergency medical contacts, other vital information, medications,<br />

dosages, allergies, recent surgeries, religion, doctor's name and a health<br />

care proxy. The entire pocket is held with a magnet to the outside of the<br />

refrigerator.<br />

The door sticker: A simple sticker that you place on your front door, or your<br />

primary entry door, alerting EMS personnel that File of Life information<br />

should be on the Refrigerator in your home.<br />

The pocket/purse/wallet file: In addition to the FILE OF LIFE for the<br />

refrigerator, you also get a compact version for you to carry in your wallet<br />

or purse. A card containing the same medical information is enclosed in<br />

the RED plastic case that you keep with<br />

you. This personal wallet size version is a very<br />

valuable source of information to emergency<br />

medical personnel responding to your possible<br />

critical, life-threatening situations.<br />

Having instant access to medical facts and information<br />

can make the difference when every second counts.<br />

Your updated medical information will help paramedics<br />

and the hospital make sure that you get the best care<br />

possible. So, fill out a “File of Life” form today!<br />

We have these available at the Senior Center.<br />

A $1 donation for the kit is appreciated.


Special Interest<br />

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Pedicures & Foot Care<br />

Come let yourself be pampered! Expert<br />

foot care and pedicure techniques will be<br />

provided to you by nail specialist Mary<br />

Ford. Mary has been practicing her craft<br />

for over 17 years and will be available<br />

every first & third Thursday of the month<br />

between 9:00 am & 2:30 pm.<br />

Appointments are scheduled on the half<br />

hour and services will be provided by<br />

appointment only. The fee is $15/half hour<br />

appointment (appointments are app. 1/2<br />

hour, depending on your needs) and exact<br />

change is appreciated.<br />

Services will be available on the following<br />

Thursdays: May 6, 20<br />

June 3, 17<br />

July 1, 15<br />

August 5, 19<br />

Please call Alice at (630) 969-8080<br />

ext. 104 to make an appointment.<br />

Pinochle!<br />

Join us on Wednesdays at 12:00 noon<br />

for a lunch-time thrill<br />

of trick-taking and<br />

quick dealings. All<br />

levels of players are<br />

welcome, from the<br />

experienced<br />

Pinochler to the<br />

beginner who<br />

wonders where the<br />

number cards have<br />

gone. Come on out and enjoy one of the<br />

oldest past times!<br />

Meet in the Senior Lounge, lower level.<br />

Check us out online<br />

at<br />

Www.wpd4fun.org<br />

Books Between Bites:<br />

Noontime Book Celebrations (a book review series for people too busy to read!)<br />

These noontime book reviews will be led by members of our Senior group. Please feel<br />

free to bring a brown bag lunch and we will provide dessert & coffee. There is no need<br />

to read books in advance; just come, share some noontime nibbles and enjoy the<br />

presentation! Then you can decide whether you have satisfied your curiosity about the<br />

book or if you want to read it for yourself. We are open to suggestions for more book<br />

titles and would love for you to share your enthusiasm for a book you‟ve read by<br />

presenting it to the group. PLEASE REGISTER WITH LINDA AT (630) 969-8080<br />

ext. 121 at least 1 day before each presentation if you are planning on joining us.<br />

The following schedule will apply:<br />

Wednesday, May 19 Three Cups of Tea Greg Mortenson F<br />

Wednesday, June 30 Apostle Brad Thor F<br />

Wednesday, July 21 Hannah‟s Dream Diane Hammond NF<br />

Tuesday, August 17 The 19th Wife David Edershoff NF


Special Interest<br />

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The Growing Place<br />

We will have guest speaker Bill Sheahan from the Growing Place introduce us<br />

to some new plants as well as share information about great plants for the soils<br />

in our area. Free event.<br />

Monday, June 7 7:00-8:00PM Free Community Center<br />

Plant Exchange & Pot Luck<br />

Each year a garden club member hosts this event at their home. It‟s a great<br />

time to get garden ideas and new plants for your garden. Please call Nadine at<br />

(630) 241-1644 for details. Free, but you must bring a dish to pass and a plant<br />

to exchange.<br />

Monday, June 14 6:30-8:30PM Free<br />

Wind Ridge Herb Farm<br />

The <strong>Westmont</strong> Garden Club is taking a field trip to this great herb farm in<br />

Caledonia, IL. There will be a guided tour, time for lunch and time to purchase<br />

plants. We will carpool for this trip. Please meet at the <strong>Westmont</strong> <strong>Park</strong> <strong>District</strong>.<br />

For details, contact Nadine at (630)241-1644.<br />

Saturday, July 10 Morning $30<br />

Garden Club Membership<br />

The <strong>Westmont</strong> Garden Club meets the first Monday of each month at<br />

7:00 pm. Most meetings are held at the <strong>Westmont</strong> <strong>Park</strong> <strong>District</strong><br />

Community Center, 75 E. Richmond St. All programs and meetings are<br />

open to the public. You do not need to be a garden club member to<br />

attend, however, if you wish to become a member, the fee is $20 and<br />

includes the quarterly publication of Garden Glories.<br />

Please contact Nadine, Garden Club President, at (630) 241-1644<br />

for additional information.


Gregg house<br />

Museum days<br />

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Don‟t be a NIMBY(not in my backyard)! Come join the fun right in your own backyard!<br />

The Gregg House Museum is offering 4 Opportunities to participate in 4 Different<br />

Activities on 4 Different Days. Come for one or all four and they‟re all free.<br />

A Lunch Date With History<br />

Enjoy your lunch hour as we walk a little, reminisce a little and take time for lunch. See<br />

<strong>Westmont</strong>, formerly known as Gregg‟s, from a different perspective on our mini walking<br />

tour highlighted with old photographs of downtown. Meet at Framemakers, 10 N. Cass<br />

Ave. Bring a brown bag lunch and we will supply a free beverage as our lunch hour tour<br />

concludes at Absolutely Delicious. For $9 you may purchase a box lunch; payable at the<br />

restaurant on the day of the event. Please pre-register by calling (630)969-8080.<br />

Wednesday, June 2 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Free!<br />

Cartoon Classics<br />

Here‟s a chance to visit the Gregg House in the evening. Come enjoy some cartoon<br />

classics and popcorn in the parlor. We‟ll see Popeye, Betty Boop, Donald Duck, Felix the<br />

Cat, and more. You can also learn more about the old theater that used to be in<br />

<strong>Westmont</strong>. The best family fun is right here in town!<br />

Thursday, June 3 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Free!<br />

Turtles, Snakes & Reptiles of Illinois<br />

Despite their poor reputation, reptiles are quite fascinating creatures. In the early days of<br />

<strong>Westmont</strong>, when much of the area was wetlands, turtles and snakes were very common.<br />

Mrs. Reitmeyer who lived in Gregg House was famous for her turtle soup. Today we will<br />

learn more about turtles and snakes when a naturalist from Willowbrook Wildlife Haven<br />

brings some live creatures to the Gregg House!<br />

Friday, June 4 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Free!<br />

Butterfly Picnic<br />

Let the butterflies have a picnic in your backyard! Today we will make an awesome ecofriendly<br />

butterfly feeder out of recyclables and fruit. Then you can watch these beautiful<br />

creatures in your garden all summer long. Come celebrate National Garden Week with<br />

expert gardeners from The Garden Club of Downers Grove and the <strong>Westmont</strong> Garden<br />

Club as they take you on an inspiring journey through the life cycle of a butterfly. Stroll<br />

through the historic Gregg House garden and learn about plants that attract butterflies.<br />

Bring a toilet paper tube and a clear plastic lid from a carry-out salad container. This is a<br />

FREE family event.<br />

Sunday, June 6 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Free!


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Monday @ the Movies<br />

May 10* Cat On A Hot Tin Roof Elizabeth Taylor G<br />

May 17 Amelia Hilary Swank PG13<br />

May 24 The Blind Side Sandra Bullock PG13<br />

June 7 * A Streetcar Named Desire Marlon Brando G<br />

June 14 The Young Victoria Emily Blunt PG13<br />

June 21 Old Dogs John Travolta PG13<br />

July 12* Citizen Kane Orson Wells G<br />

July 19 The Spy Next Door Michael Caine PG13<br />

July 26 Extraordinary Measures Harrison Ford PG13<br />

August 2 * Out To Sea Jack Lemmon G<br />

August 9 Tooth Fairy Julie Andrews PG13<br />

August 16 Did You Hear About The Morgans? Hugh Grant PG13<br />

August 23 Invictus Morgan Freeman PG13<br />

*denotes classic movie & may be substituted based on availability.*<br />

Showtime is 12:15 pm at The Senior Center. Drop in and watch a<br />

great movie, enjoy a refreshing drink and some delicious snacks.<br />

All movies are FREE!<br />

Birthday & Bingo Parties!<br />

Join us for our monthly Birthday & Bingo Parties and bring a friend! They are usually held<br />

on one Thursday of each month, starting at 12:30 pm. Lunch is served at 11:30 am<br />

(your donation for lunch, as usual). Those people who are celebrating their birthdays in that<br />

month will have their horoscopes read and will receive a $3 gift certificate from the<br />

<strong>Westmont</strong> <strong>Park</strong> <strong>District</strong> that is good toward any paying program (good for 1 year and<br />

excludes the lunch program). After lunch, there will be 1 hour of Bingo! Please bring<br />

useable „white elephants‟ from your home to contribute to our prize table. If you would like<br />

to have lunch in the lunch area, you must call (630) 620-0804 x318 at least 1 day in<br />

advance.<br />

Party Dates: Thursday, May 27<br />

Thursday, June 24<br />

Thursday, July 29<br />

Thursday, August 26


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Beginning Line Dancing<br />

If you can walk, you can learn these easy<br />

dances. No experience necessary. Now is<br />

the time to meet new friends, keep in shape<br />

and have a great time! Meets 1 or 2 days per<br />

week, you decide! All ability levels welcome!<br />

Session I<br />

Dates: Tuesdays, June 8 - July 13<br />

(6 weeks)<br />

Time: 10:15 am-12:15 pm<br />

Code: 325-1-1-01<br />

OR<br />

Dates: Wednesdays, June 9 - July 14<br />

(6 weeks)<br />

Time: 1:30 pm-3:30 pm<br />

Code: 325-1-1-02<br />

Session II<br />

Dates: Tuesdays, July 27 - August 31<br />

(6 weeks)<br />

Time: 10:15 am-12:15 pm<br />

Code: 325-1-2-01<br />

OR<br />

Dates: Wednesdays, July 28 - Sept. 1<br />

(6 weeks)<br />

Time: 1:30 pm-3:30 pm<br />

Code: 325-1-2-02<br />

Place:<br />

Fee:<br />

Linden Room<br />

$40/resident and non-resident<br />

Passport to Fitness<br />

Seniors<br />

Any Senior<br />

age 62 or older<br />

can visit the<br />

<strong>Westmont</strong><br />

<strong>Park</strong> <strong>District</strong><br />

Fitness Club using our Passport to<br />

Fitness. This card can be purchased at<br />

The Community Center and will enable<br />

you to use all of the equipment at The<br />

Fitness Club Mondays - Fridays,<br />

1:00 - 4:00 pm.<br />

This 12-visit card is $26/residents and<br />

$38/non-residents.<br />

It‟s an economical way to reach your<br />

fitness goals; you‟ll look better, feel better<br />

and have more energy!<br />

Walk & Talk Club<br />

Walk and Talk group will<br />

not meet June 7 – July 9;<br />

the program is temporarily suspended as<br />

the Community Center gym will be busy<br />

with early morning basketball camps and<br />

summer day camp. We encourage you<br />

to walk outdoors on one of the many<br />

walking paths available at your various<br />

parks. There is a short paved path at<br />

Veterans Memorial <strong>Park</strong> behind the<br />

Community Center and a longer, 1 mile<br />

paved path at Ty Warner <strong>Park</strong>. Walk &<br />

Talk will resume on Monday, July 12.<br />

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays<br />

July 12 - Sept. 3<br />

8:00 - 9:00 am<br />

Free!<br />

We will not meet on Monday, May 31.


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This great class can help maintain good health and slow down the effects of aging by<br />

promoting flexibility and strength. Increase your energy level and stamina, improve your joint<br />

health and mobility, have a more positive mood and attitude when you join this amazing chair<br />

fitness class. No getting down on the floor to workout! Each student works with two chairs for<br />

a safe and successful fitness experience. There will be 45 minutes of stretching, modified yoga<br />

poses, and breathing exercises. The last 15 minutes will be for relaxation and a back rub.<br />

Sit, exercise, relax and achieve mental and physical fitness today!<br />

Session I<br />

Dates: Fri., May 21 - June 25<br />

(6 weeks)<br />

Time: 10:00 am-11:00 am<br />

Place: Linden Room<br />

Fee: R/NR $40<br />

Min/Max: 10/20<br />

Code: 328-1-1<br />

Session II<br />

Dates: Fri., July 2 - August 6<br />

(6 weeks)<br />

Time: 10:00 am-11:00 am<br />

Place: Linden Room<br />

Fee: R/NR $40<br />

Min/Max: 10/20<br />

Code: 328-1-2<br />

Session III<br />

Dates: Fri., August 13 - Sept. 17<br />

(6 weeks)<br />

Time: 10:00 am-11:00 am<br />

Place: Linden Room<br />

Fee: R/NR $40<br />

Min/Max: 10/20<br />

Code: 328-1-3<br />

TAI CHI – OPEN HOUSE<br />

Improve your health today! This FREE one hour class will give you an<br />

introduction the art of Tai Chi. Many doctors are recommending Tai<br />

Chi as a great way to improve your circulation, memory, balance,<br />

flexibility and increase your strength. Recent studies have also noted<br />

that Tai Chi slows osteoporosis and aids in discomfort from arthritis.<br />

Our new instructor, Pat Young, teaches you to use your muscles<br />

under pressure without tension and teaches proper breathing techniques. There will be<br />

refreshments after class. Take the first step with us today and you‟ll be on your way to<br />

feeling healthier! We will be offering new classes in the fall with Pat Young!<br />

Please call 630-969-8080 x104 to attend this open house or feel free to drop in on the day<br />

of the event.<br />

Date: Wednesday, May 19<br />

Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00N<br />

Fee: FREE


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It‟s time to celebrate the season of summer with the return of our ever popular concert<br />

series. The whole family can enjoy these Wednesday evenings of FREE live music during<br />

the month of June. Don‟t be surprised to find folks hopping out of their seats, singing,<br />

dancing, and clapping to the beats of the many musical styles featured. Bring your<br />

blankets and lawn chairs to the Gazebo area on the east side of beautiful Ty Warner <strong>Park</strong>.<br />

You may bring your own picnic basket or purchase goodies from our concession stand. All<br />

concerts begin at 7:00PM and end about 8:30PM.<br />

June 2 Rhythm Rockets Big Band Swing<br />

June 9 Soda Classic Pop & Rock<br />

June 16 Petty Cash Tom Petty & Johnny Cash Tribute<br />

June 23 Eclecticville Orchestra Eclectic Americana Roots<br />

June 30 The Flat Cats Jazz<br />

4:00-9:00PM Food Vendors Open<br />

4:00-5:30PM Kids Krafts Booth – FREE<br />

4:30-6:00PM Kids Games – FREE<br />

4:00-8:00PM Petting Zoo<br />

5:00-8:00PM Face Painting (nominal fee)<br />

5:00PM<br />

Information Booth Opens<br />

5:00-5:45PM Barnyard Bingo<br />

5:45PM<br />

Free Cake (while supplies last!)<br />

5:30-7:30PM Balloon Sculptors<br />

6:00-6:30PM Watermelon Eating Contest - FREE<br />

6:00PM<br />

Little Mr. & Miss Firecracker Award<br />

Newest Newborn Award<br />

Uncle Sam‟s Family Award<br />

6:30PM Kids Musicology - ages 7-12<br />

7:30-9:15PM Grand Ave Big Band<br />

(Traditional Big Band Music)<br />

9:30PM<br />

Fireworks Spectacular!<br />

Purchase your “deed” beginning<br />

mid-May at <strong>Westmont</strong> <strong>Park</strong> <strong>District</strong><br />

or at Gregg House Museum and<br />

pit your luck against the<br />

gastrointestinal actions of a cow or<br />

goat. Guess where the animal will<br />

do “what comes naturally” on our<br />

bingo grid. If it plops in your square<br />

- you can win up to $200 cash!<br />

This event is sponsored by the<br />

<strong>Westmont</strong> Historical Society and<br />

proceeds benefit the Gregg House<br />

Museum.<br />

July 4 activities are held<br />

at Ty Warner <strong>Park</strong>.


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Information<br />

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Important Information Regarding<br />

Physical Activity on our <strong>Trips</strong><br />

At the end of the description of the trip, you will find either „light, moderate or heavy‟<br />

physical activity plus some information on whether or not stairs are involved. What we<br />

are trying to convey to you is the amount of walking on the particular trip, including<br />

stairs so you can more accurately judge for yourself if this is the appropriate outing for<br />

you.<br />

All of our trips are older, adult-oriented...we do not offer any triathlons! However,<br />

everyone has varying degrees of operational physical skills. For example, a theatre<br />

trip would be „light‟ physical activity whereas a baseball game would be „heavy.‟ If you<br />

ever need more information regarding physical activity on a trip, please call<br />

Alice at (630) 969-8080 ext. 104.<br />

On the same subject of physical activity, please ALWAYS let us know beforehand if<br />

you will be needing 1-on-1 attention, and we will provide for more than 1 escort. If you<br />

do not let us know before, we may not be able to provide you with the appropriate<br />

attention, since not all of our trips are escorted by two persons.<br />

Important <strong>Park</strong>ing Information<br />

If you have handicapped license plates or the handicapped<br />

card in your car, and you are going to park in one of our lots for<br />

a trip 4 hours or more, please use a space as close as possible<br />

to the building but kindly leave the handicapped spots open.<br />

We ask this out of consideration for others who may need the<br />

spot just for a short time. We appreciate it!<br />

When attending a day trip, please use the parking lot either on the east side or west<br />

side of The Community Center. This is the building from which the bus departs at<br />

75 E. Richmond St.


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Tippecanoe & notre dame<br />

Today we are exploring South Bend, Indiana, home of Notre Dame and the Fighting<br />

Irish and home to the Studebaker mansion. We‟ll learn about the rich history of this<br />

university, established in 1842, during our guided tour of the grounds. Lunch will be<br />

served with exceptional style at Tippecanoe Place, a tradition that began over 100<br />

years ago by the Studebaker family, the mansion‟s original owners. As a premier<br />

historic landmark, Tippecanoe inspires reminiscence of the charm and grace of<br />

yesteryear. The gracious spirit of the past thrives throughout the mansion‟s 40 rooms<br />

of fine antiques, 20 breathtaking fireplaces and hand-crafted woods. We will also be<br />

touring the South Bend Chocolate factory where you can make your own chocolate<br />

spoon. On the way home, we will have time to do a little shopping at the School<br />

House Shop in Valparaiso. Bring your sense of adventure and your cameras!<br />

Date: Wednesday, May 12<br />

Time: 7:00 am – 5:30 pm<br />

Fee: R $83 NR $85<br />

Min/Max: 35/50<br />

Code: 318-3-1<br />

Rating: Heavy physical activity<br />

Don’t forget to STOP when you see this officer!<br />

He will let you know what trips and events require you to register early to prevent<br />

cancellation. This does not mean you cannot register after that date, it just means<br />

the trip will be cancelled if the minimum is not met by the date noted!<br />

Horseshoe casino & Charlie prose<br />

America‟s favorite funny man and #1 entertainer is starring in the Venue Theater at<br />

the Horseshoe Casino for a special matinee performance filled with jokes, laughter<br />

and side – splitting hilarity. This multi-talented, versatile comedian has toured in Las<br />

Vegas, Atlantic City, Branson, Canada, the Caribbean and Europe. Spend the day, as<br />

we combine four hours of gaming with a fabulous all you can eat buffet, $5 in slot play<br />

and your show ticket. Don‟t miss this with this one-of-a kind performer, whose motto<br />

is “laughter is the best medicine!” Hurry! Tickets are limited.<br />

Registration Deadline April 23.<br />

Date: Tuesday, May 18<br />

Time: 9:45 am – 7:30 pm<br />

Fee: R $55 NR $57<br />

Min/Max: 20/29<br />

Code: 331-3-1<br />

Rating: Light physical activity


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Chicago film tour<br />

Lights, camera, action!!! Today you will be in the director‟s chair as we venture from China<br />

Town and Uptown to Downtown and everything in between to see where over 30 famous<br />

movies were shot. North By Northwest, The Fugitive, The Sting; our step on guide and film buff<br />

Jim will share the history of Chicago film making and give us the behind the scenes trivia. Our<br />

motor coach has multiple video screens so you can compare the movie to the site! This tour<br />

has recently been featured on 190 North! Lunch will be at the famous O‟Brien‟s Steakhouse in<br />

Oldtown. Whether or not you are a film buff, you won‟t want to miss this new, unique Chicago<br />

tour. Please select Chicken Caesar Salad, ½ lb. Angus Burger, Chicken Pot Pie. Our lunch<br />

includes their famous bread pudding dessert and a soft drink. Please register by May 11.<br />

Date: Tuesday, May 25<br />

Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm<br />

Fee: R $72 NR $75<br />

Min/Max: 30/35<br />

Code: 332-3-1<br />

Rating: Light physical activity<br />

Billy elliott<br />

Now is your chance to see the most celebrated show of the<br />

year, Billy Elliot the Musical. This latest Broadway<br />

production is playing at the Oriental Theater. It has<br />

captured hearts worldwide, delighted the critics and swept<br />

the awards - winning ten 2009 Tony Awards including best<br />

musical. Based on the international smash-hit film, this is<br />

a joyous, exciting and feel-good celebration of one boy<br />

following his heart and making his dreams come true. Full<br />

of life, laughter, astonishing dancing and unforgettable<br />

music, this uplifting experience will stay with you forever. We have lower balcony seats. We<br />

will be going directly to the theater.<br />

Date: Wednesday, June 2<br />

Time: 12:30 pm – 6:30 pm<br />

Fee: R $88 NR $90<br />

Min/Max: 30/39<br />

Code: 301-1-1<br />

Rating: Moderate physical activity


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Cubs game at milwaukee<br />

Batter up-- It‟s the Cubs vs. the Brewers! We are heading to the magnificent Miller<br />

<strong>Park</strong> in Milwaukee to cheer on our very own Cubs. This is our first time ever<br />

traveling beyond Wrigley Field for a Cubs game. So put on your Cubs sportswear,<br />

bring your cheering voices and get ready for the best baseball game ever. We<br />

have terrace seats in the shade. Lunch is on<br />

your own. Go Cubs!<br />

Date: Thursday, June 10<br />

Time: 9:30 am – 7:30 pm<br />

Fee: R $59 NR $63<br />

Min/Max: 25/29<br />

Code: 303-1-1<br />

Rating: Moderate physical activity<br />

The DROWSY CHAPERONE at<br />

MARRIOTT LINCOLNSHIRE<br />

Join us for a highly entertaining, "musical - comedy" filled with tons of laughs and<br />

side-splitting antics. Our travels take us to the ever popular Marriott-Lincolnshire<br />

Theater for an afternoon presentation of The Drowsy Chaperone. This Broadway<br />

sensation earned 5 Tony Awards. The Drowsy Chaperone tells the hilarious tale of<br />

a pampered Broadway starlet who wants to give up show business to get married,<br />

her producer who wants to spoil the nuptials and the ever "drowsy"<br />

chaperone. Filled with 1920‟s glamour, a comical wedding scene<br />

and unpredictable surprises, you won‟t want to miss this sold out<br />

show. We have only 29 tickets. Sorry, no lunch today, but we will<br />

have snacks on the bus. You can register for this trip now!<br />

Date: Sunday, June 13<br />

Time: 11:15 am – 4:30 pm<br />

Fee: R $63 NR $66<br />

Min/Max: 25/29<br />

Code: 302-1-1<br />

Rating: Light physical activity


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Diamond joe’s casino<br />

It‟s off to Dubuque, Iowa to try our luck at this NEW land-based Casino. With 900<br />

slots, 17 table games, a sports bar and even a bowling alley, it has the hottest slots<br />

around. Opened last year, this is our first time visiting it on a day trip. You‟ll receive<br />

$10 E-play and a full buffet lunch. We‟ll play games and watch a movie on the<br />

bus while we enjoy this scenic drive. Let‟s win big! Please give birth date at time<br />

of registration.<br />

Date: Tuesday, June 15<br />

Time: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm<br />

Fee: R $38 NR $40<br />

Min/ Max: 30/54<br />

Code: 304-1-1<br />

Rating: Light physical activity<br />

Questions about any of these trips?<br />

Please call alice or Linda<br />

at (630) 969-8080.<br />

Elegant farmer & electric railroad<br />

We have a fun day planned for you in East Troy, WI. (That‟s just north of Lake<br />

Geneva.) Settled in the early 1800‟s with the construction of a saw mill, the village<br />

square is the centerpiece of this historic, charming town. We have a short tour of<br />

the square and the newly opened museum. Lunch will be at the famous Ivan‟s on<br />

the Square. After lunch, we will visit the historic train depot where we will board a<br />

trolley and travel on the last electric railroad line in the state to the Elegant Farmer.<br />

This is a wonderful shopping experience! The Elegant Farmer is a Gourmet market<br />

with sauces, jellies, honey, syrups, muffins, cookies, fresh produce, and their<br />

famous apple pie baked in a brown paper bag! There is a huge selection of<br />

home-made, fresh items to delight everyone‟s tastes.<br />

Our day will conclude with a stop for ice cream which is<br />

optional. You won‟t want to miss this new trip! Register early!<br />

Date: Wednesday, June 23<br />

Time: 8:30 am – 7:00 pm<br />

Fee: R $68 NR $72<br />

Min/Max: 30/40<br />

Code: 305-1-1<br />

Rating: Heavy physical activity


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White sox<br />

vs.<br />

los angeles<br />

angels<br />

Calling all Sox fans!<br />

Swing into action and<br />

join us for an afternoon<br />

of fun and excitement when we take you out<br />

to the ball game! We‟ll watch the Chicago<br />

White Sox go for a home run from our shaded<br />

lower box seats. Put on the black and white<br />

and let‟s root for the home team! Lunch is on<br />

your own.<br />

Date: Thursday, July 8<br />

Time: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm<br />

Fee: R $55 NR $59<br />

Min/Max: 20/26<br />

Code: 306-1-1<br />

Rating: Moderate physical activity<br />

Visit us at<br />

Www.wpd4fun.org<br />

ravinia<br />

This evening‟s concert at beautiful Ravinia<br />

<strong>Park</strong> will commemorate American masters<br />

Bernstein and Copland. The Chicago<br />

Symphony Orchestra will celebrate the<br />

memory of these charismatic composers<br />

with pieces like “Age of Anxiety” and<br />

“Appalachian Spring” where symphonic<br />

music and jazz are successfully blended.<br />

We have reserved pavilion seating, so if it<br />

rains, we‟ll be covered! Dinner is on your<br />

own. Bring a picnic basket or cooler with<br />

your favorite sandwich and snacks or enjoy<br />

dining at the <strong>Park</strong> View Restaurant,<br />

Mirabelle, Ravinia Market, or Carousel Ice<br />

Cream Shop. There are also fanfare carts<br />

that offer a variety of snacks, cheeses,<br />

fruit, desserts, soft drinks and wines. Bring<br />

a friend and join us for a relaxing evening<br />

of food, music and fun. Please register by<br />

June 11.<br />

Date: Sunday, July 11<br />

Time: 2:30 pm – 8:00 pm<br />

Fee: R $58 NR $62<br />

Min/Max: 25/29<br />

Code: 307-1-1<br />

Rating: Moderate physical activity<br />

Jumer’s casino<br />

Take a little getaway and travel to a <strong>Westmont</strong> favorite. Jumer‟s Casino, in Rock Island, IL<br />

boasts 1,000 slots, 24 game tables, a live poker room plus a high slot game room. It has<br />

plenty of penny and nickel slots. There‟s something for everyone at this non-smoking<br />

entertainment destination. You‟ll receive $5 in credit and $5 off lunch. Please give birth<br />

date at time of registration.<br />

Date: Thursday, July 15<br />

Time: 8:30 am – 7:30 pm<br />

Fee: R $37 NR $39<br />

Min/ Max: 30/ 54<br />

Code: 308-1-1<br />

Rating: Light physical activity


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Oklahoma by the joyful voices<br />

Come see our very own Joyful Voices chorus group as they present the famed<br />

Rodgers and Hammerstein Broadway musical Oklahoma. You will enjoy a robust<br />

show by our lively cast of 50 seasoned singers, dancers, and musicians when<br />

they tell the legendary story of the farmers and cowmen in the early days of the western<br />

territories. You won‟t have to travel far as this show will take place at the <strong>Westmont</strong> <strong>Park</strong><br />

<strong>District</strong> in the Linden room. After the show, we‟ll have our very own cast party where you will<br />

be treated to a scrumptious array of appetizers, snacks and beverages. Please come out and<br />

support the Joyful Voices, led by Joe Chobot, and all our Young at Heart friends.<br />

Date: Tuesday, July 20<br />

Time: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm<br />

Fee: R/NR $10<br />

Min/Max: 20/40<br />

Code: 315-1-1<br />

Rating: Light physical activity<br />

German fest<br />

Schnitzel, Goulash, dumplings, beer brewed from “old world”<br />

recipes; German Fest has all your traditional favorites! There<br />

are 8 stages of non-stop entertainment with bands directly<br />

from Germany and dance groups in authentic costumes. Visit<br />

the Heritage Village, shop for a variety of imported German<br />

gifts including clothing, jewelry, beer steins, and wood crafts.<br />

Relax at one of the sidewalk cafes and enjoy the lake view.<br />

There are a wide variety of activities for you to choose from.<br />

Dinner is on your own. This great festival, held at the Maier<br />

Festival <strong>Park</strong> on Milwaukee‟s lakefront, is celebrating 30<br />

years of authentic music, food and fun. Bring a friend and enjoy the spirit of summer. Rain or<br />

shine! Please register by July 9.<br />

Date: Friday, July 23<br />

Time: 1:30 pm – 9:30 pm<br />

Fee: R $51 NR $54<br />

Min/Max: 30/50<br />

Code: 309-1-1<br />

Rating: Moderate physical activity<br />

Questions about any of these trips?<br />

Please call alice or Linda<br />

at (630) 969-8080.


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House on the rock<br />

Get ready for an awe inspiring and unique experience when we travel to Spring Green,<br />

Wisconsin to see the famous House on the Rock. The Infinity Room is an architectural<br />

wonder overlooking the hillside that you must see! This home, originally opened in 1959, was<br />

the grand vision of Alex Jordon who built it as a weekend retreat. Room after room is filled<br />

with some of the world‟s most unique and eclectic collections. Our ticket includes admission<br />

to all three sections of the grounds. Everything is self guided so that you can go at your own<br />

pace. You will be able to experience the original house and Infinity Room, the Music and<br />

Streets of Yesterday galleries, Spirit of Aviation collection, world‟s largest indoor carousel,<br />

organ room, circus room as well as the beautiful gardens showcasing over 225 types of<br />

plants. Lunch is on your own at the Atrium Restaurant or the Café. Don‟t forget to bring your<br />

camera! We will make a rest stop along the way.<br />

Date: Wednesday, July 28<br />

Time: 7:00 am – 6:30 pm<br />

Fee: R $73 NR $77<br />

Min/Max: 30/45<br />

Code: 310-1-1<br />

Rating: Heavy physical activity<br />

Celebration belle river boat cruise<br />

Come aboard the Celebration Belle paddle wheel boat for a leisurely four hour cruise along<br />

the mighty Mississippi River. Our cruise departs from the Moline Pier. We will be entertained<br />

with good old Dixieland music by the River City 6 band! Enjoy homemade sticky rolls, fruit, a<br />

full hot 2 entrée buffet lunch and an afternoon snack before returning to the dock. Your<br />

summer isn‟t complete without a fabulous boat ride! Don‟t forget to bring the camera.<br />

Par-a-dice casino<br />

Date: Wednesday, August 4<br />

Time: 7:15 am – 5:30 pm<br />

Fee: R $90 NR $93<br />

Min/Max: 35/45<br />

Code: 311-1-1<br />

Rating: Moderate physical activity<br />

Today, we‟re heading to East Peoria, IL to try our luck. Overlooking the Illinois River, this<br />

quaint little land based casino is where you can surely find your favorite game. It is a great<br />

casino filled with all your favorite games. Besides plenty of slots and table games, there is a<br />

great little gift shop. Included is a full all you can eat buffet. Let‟s hit the jackpot! This is a<br />

non-smoking facility. Please give birth date at time of registration.<br />

Date: Thursday, August 12<br />

Time: 8:30 am – 7:30 pm<br />

Fee: R $38 NR $40<br />

Min/Max: 25/54<br />

Code: 312-1-1<br />

Rating: Light physical activity


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Carousel at cahn<br />

auditorium<br />

Here‟s a classic Rodgers and Hammerstein<br />

musical. When a headstrong carnival<br />

barker falls in love with a demure young<br />

lady their love story transcends time in this<br />

grand romantic story. Complete with a 28<br />

piece orchestra and fabulous costumes, this<br />

musical is produced by the renowned Light<br />

Opera Works and will take place at the<br />

historic Cahn Auditorium in Evanston. We<br />

will have lunch at Trattoria Demi before the<br />

show. Please select cheese ravioli,<br />

lemon chicken, or chicken Caesar salad.<br />

Lunch includes beverage or coffee and<br />

dessert. Please register by July 30.<br />

Date: Wednesday, August 18<br />

Time: 10:45 am – 6:45 pm<br />

Fee: R $78 NR $82<br />

Min/Max: 25/31<br />

Code: 313-1-1<br />

Rating: Light physical activity<br />

Tall ships<br />

at navy pier<br />

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The Tall Ships will be<br />

docking at Navy Pier for five<br />

days only! Tall Ships from<br />

around the world grace<br />

Chicago‟s skyline once every<br />

three years and 2010 is our year. Over 20<br />

magnificent sailing vessels will be open for<br />

viewing. There will be entertainment, special<br />

activities, music, crafts and the opportunity for<br />

on-deck tours. Lunch is on your own. Our<br />

wristband ticket is for admission to Navy Pier<br />

and dockside ship boarding for 2 ships. Of<br />

course, there is plenty to do at the pier if you<br />

have interests other than ships! Bring your<br />

camera and your friends for a delightful day at<br />

Chicago‟s great lakefront extravaganza!<br />

Date: Wednesday, August 25<br />

Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm<br />

Fee: R $50 NR $54<br />

Min/Max: 25/45<br />

Code: 314-1-1<br />

Rating: Heavy physical activity<br />

Zoo senior celebration<br />

Today you are the stars! The Milwaukee Zoo has designed a day uniquely for the “Young<br />

at Heart.” In addition to seeing the fascinating world of wild mammals, birds, fish and<br />

reptiles, your day will be filled with entertainment, special interest exhibits and booths,<br />

bingo, music, and complimentary ice cream (while supplies last). Activities are held inside<br />

and outside. Lunch is on your own. There are a variety of cafes and restaurants to choose<br />

from, or you may want to bring your own picnic lunch! For a nominal fee, you can take a<br />

trip on the Zoomobile, see the Sea Lion show, or enjoy a camel ride. The zoo also has a<br />

free bird show. There is something for everyone today! Rain or shine; the activities will go<br />

on! Bring your camera. P.S. – the kids are back in school!<br />

Date: Friday, September 3<br />

Time: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm<br />

Fee: R $38 NR $42<br />

Min/Max: 25/45<br />

Code: 301-2-1<br />

Rating: Moderate physical activity


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Shipshewana & quilt gardens<br />

We have a full day planned for you in the heart of Amish country in Indiana.<br />

Our day begins at Shipshewana where you will have time to browse and shop<br />

at the Midwest‟s largest flea market. You will find hundreds of vendors selling<br />

everything from fruit to hand-crafted furniture. Take time for lunch on your own<br />

at one of the many eateries on the grounds. Next, we will take a tour of the Quilt<br />

Gardens along the back roads of the Amish countryside. Our step-on guide will<br />

tell us about the 16 gardens and murals in seven different communities that are<br />

designed from over 80,000 flower blooms. The gardens are planted like<br />

splendid quilt patterns with original designs. It is an absolute must to experience<br />

a real home-style Amish meal. Our day concludes with dinner at Essenhaus.<br />

Chicken, mashed potatoes, dressing, bread pudding, baked breads – it‟s a real<br />

treat!<br />

Date: Wednesday, September 8<br />

Time: 7:00 am – 7:30 pm<br />

Fee: R $70 NR $74<br />

Min/Max: 35/50<br />

Code: 302-2-1<br />

Rating: Heavy physical activity<br />

VIKING SHIP & HISTORIC GENEVA, IL<br />

Did you know we have a Viking ship in Geneva, IL? Our day begins at Good<br />

Templar <strong>Park</strong> where we will meet the Friends of the Viking Ship for a guided<br />

tour. The Viking is a replica of the Gokstad ship. In 1893, under Captain<br />

Magnus Andersen, she sailed across the Atlantic from Norway to New York and<br />

on to the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago (via the Erie Canal and<br />

Great Lakes). The ship is one of the 10 most endangered landmarks in Illinois.<br />

After our Viking adventure, we will have lunch in the Atrium Café at The Little<br />

Traveler. You will have time after lunch to shop or just take a leisurely stroll in<br />

this quaint little historic town. There are plenty of specialty shops in historic<br />

storefronts, a great free museum, and lots of antique stores for you to browse<br />

in. It‟s going to be a delightful day!<br />

Date: Wednesday, September 15<br />

Time: 9:30 am – 4:00 pm<br />

Fee: R $56 NR $60<br />

Min/Max: 20/26<br />

Code: 304-2-1<br />

Rating: Moderate physical activity


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Wedding singer at the armory<br />

For the very first time we are traveling to the Armory in Janesville, Wisconsin for<br />

a fun musical comedy --The Wedding Singer! This is a hilarious tale of a<br />

wannabe rock-star who is New Jersey‟s favorite wedding singer. He‟s the life of<br />

the party until his own fiancée leaves him at the altar. Devastated, he makes<br />

every wedding as disastrous as his own.<br />

The Armory, built in the 1930‟s, features stunning brickwork, terrazzo floors and<br />

decorative ironwork. It served as a mustering center for soldiers during WWII<br />

and has now been turned into a state-of-the-art dinner theater. Before the<br />

show, we will be treated to an exquisite three course lunch featuring soup or<br />

salad, choice of entrée, dessert and a beverage. Very seldom do we get to<br />

select directly the chef‟s menu on the day of our trip. Today will be a treat as we<br />

will be able to select from fresh poultry, fish, pork or vegetarian dishes. Don‟t<br />

miss today‟s new adventure!<br />

Date: Thursday, September 23<br />

Time: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm<br />

Fee: R $83 NR $85<br />

Min/Max: 25/45<br />

Code: 303-2-1<br />

Rating: Light physical activity<br />

Dear Friends,<br />

We want to thank you for your participation and<br />

attendance at all of our classes, programs,<br />

events and trips! We understand that things may be a bit more difficult at<br />

this time because of the economy, but we want you to know that we will<br />

continue to make every effort to keep our trips as affordable as possible.<br />

Please understand that the cost of each trip is carefully calculated to cover<br />

all costs: admission, meal, gratuity, transportation (time and distance), tolls,<br />

parking and service fees. In addition, we will continue to try and offer<br />

different trips at different price levels to accommodate all budgets.<br />

Should you ever have a question regarding any of our events, trips or fees,<br />

please let one of us know. Again, thanks for your involvement with the<br />

<strong>Westmont</strong> <strong>Park</strong> <strong>District</strong>!<br />

Alice & Linda

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