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Hello Sheila Ray members friends and soon to be friends. My name is Donna Tognocchi, president of the Sheila Ray advisory board. I’m truly enjoying all the activities Gina and CeCe have planned for us.

We had a great summer! Mel Oldies Unchained got us up on the dance floor. Croozin’ The Loop had us dancing the night away at our Masquerade Senior Prom. Starved Rock Lodge, Potawatomi Casino and Fitzgerald Fish Boil were a few of the great trips we went on. We have even more to look forward to!

In October we will have our Halloween Bingo costume contest, a virtual tour of the Sistine Chapel and a trip to Four Winds Casino.

November brings our Veterans Luncheon and a trip to Fireside to see White Christmas. Both promise to be a great time!

In December we will have our Holiday Bazaar and Ugly Sweater Bingo. Chandler‘s Banquets will host our holiday luncheon where entertainment will be provided by Diva Montell.

We really have a lot to look forward to! Please sign up so you don’t miss out on all the fun.

Donna Tognocchi, Advisory Board President

SRAC Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide a safe, social environment where seniors engage in innovative and enriching programs.

Sheila Ray Advisory Board

Elk Grove Park District Board of Commissioners

Tom Cooke, President

Bob Biedke, Vice President

Scott Carlson, Secretary

John Walz, Treasurer

Bill O’Malley, Commissioner

Adult Program Supervisor

Gina Acino 847.228.3842

Adult Program Assistant

Cece Trausch 847.228.3616

Adult Advisory Board

Donna Tognocchi, President

Rod Marino, Vice President

Barbara Brenke, Past President

Open Position, Membership

Doris Jordan, Secretary

Open Position, Treasurer

Kitty Folk, Phone Reassurance

The Adult Advisory Board is comprised of Adult Center members who act as the representatives for the entire membership. Each selected appointee is sworn into office by the Park District Board of Commissioners each term.

Advisory Board Meetings

Held in SRAC Room #1

Tue, Oct 18 at 10am

Tue, Nov 15 at 10am

Tue, Dec 20 at 10am

Center Closed

Nov 24 & 25 (Thanksgiving)

Dec 1 & 2 (Holiday Bazaar)

Senior Prom 2022

Unforgettable Memories

Dancing the night away

Member Services

Lending Closet

The Sheila Ray Adult Center manages a Lending Closet of medical equipment available to Elk Grove Village Residents and Sheila Ray Adult Center Members. Upon returning equipment, monetary donations are appreciated. We lend out the following items: walkers, wheelchairs, grabbers, canes and crutches.

Days Mon-Fri Times 9am-4pm

Phone Reassurance/ Sick & Vigil

Do you know a SRAC member who is homebound or hospitalized? Call 847.364.7224 and a staff/volunteer will send a card or letter.

Cherished Treasures Gift Shop

Now open!

225 E. Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove Village

Mon & Thu,10am - 3pm

The Cherished Treasures Gift Shop is located in the Al Hattendorf facility. It is the best kept community secret! Lovely and charming treasures await you, please come and shop and see what treasures you can find.

The Cherished Treasures Gift Shop accepts gently used items for resale, please consider donating items that may be repurposed. All proceeds benefit the Sheila Ray Adult Senior Center.

Community News & Resources

Pace Dial-a-ride

To make your reservation, call 847.299.6212 one hour before you need a ride. Persons over 65 years pay a reduced one-way fare of $0.65.

Hours of service

9am-6pm, Monday - Friday 9am-4pm, Saturday

Township Dial-a-bus

EG Township offers Door-to-Door Senior Bus Service, 847.437.0300. This “Senior Bus” is for anyone 55 years and older, handicapped or not, living in Elk Grove Township. You must call the day before to arrange for a pickup and it will take you anywhere in Elk Grove Township.

Elk Grove Township Senior Services

Hours of service

9am-4pm, Monday - Friday

For more information, call 847.437.0300.

Chat with a Lawyer

Schedule an initial legal consultation with Naumann, Agnello & Associates. Appointments will be 15 minute sessions, from 9:45-12:00 pm Dates Tue, Oct 18, Nov 15, Dec 20 Fee $0 M / $2 NMR / $4 NMNR

Location SRAC – Computer Room Code 401605 Deadline Day before

Nancy Hartwig

John Zasi

Trips

OCTOBER

Four Winds Casino, New Buffalo, MI

Take part in the Four Winds Casino adventure and try your luck. All bus passengers MUST have a valid Drivers' License or state photo ID to ride the bus and receive the bus package ($15 instant slot credit and up to $10 food credit). This trip includes the bus package and motor coach transportation.

Age 21+ Fee $44 M / $48 RNM / $57 NRNM

Date Wed, Oct 12

Depart Pavilion South Parking Lot: 9am

Arrive Pavilion South Parking Lot: 5pm Code 401507-01 Deadline Sep 26

Senior Expo, Arlington Heights, IL

Join us for an informative, educational and entertaining day at the Active Senior Expo presented by Senior News 50 and Better. The expo will feature many products and services for seniors, FREE health screenings, seminars, giveaways and door prizes. We will stop for lunch at a nearby restaurant. This trip includes admission to the Expo and transportation. Lunch will be on your own.

Fee $7 M / $9 RNM / $11 NRNM

Date Wed, Oct 26

Depart Al Hattendorf Center: 10am

Arrive Al Hattendorf Center: 2pm

Code 401503-01 Deadline Oct 24

NOVEMBER

White Christmas at the Fireside Theater - Fort Atkinson, WI

Based on the beloved film, this heartwarming stage adaptation features 17 Irving Berlin songs. Two World War II Army veterans with a successful song-and-dance act follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge. Choose your entree at registration. Choices include, Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Beef Short Rib, Grilled Shrimp or Vegetarian. This trip includes lunch, a show and motorcoach transportation.

Fee $130 M / $143 RNM / $171 NRNM

Date Wed, Nov 9

Depart Al Hattendorf Center: 8:30am

Arrive Al Hattendorf Center: 6:30pm

Code 401502-01 Deadline Oct 12

DECEMBER

Holiday Lights Trolley Tour, Naperville, IL

Ding! Ding! All Aboard the Naperville Trolley for a tour of Naperville’s decorated houses for the holidays! The night will start with dinner at Portillo’s, then we will hop on our private enclosed trolley for the holiday lights tour from 6:307:30pm. This trip includes tour and transportation. Dinner will be on your own.

Fee $30 M / $33 RNM / $39 NRNM

Date Wed, Dec 7

Depart Pavilion South Parking Lot: 4:45pm

Arrive Pavilion South Parking Lot: 8pm

Code 401514-01 Deadline Fri, Dec 2

Trips Depart

Pavilion

Parking

Wellington Ave, EGV,

Monthly Happenings

P.A.S.T (Police and Seniors Together)

Our friendly Elk Grove Village Police Officer, Ted Malek wants to personally invite you to the Police and seniors together meetings. Each meeting will touch base about the Elk Grove Police Department, and what is going on in our community that is pertinent to senior citizens.

Date Fri, Sept 30

Fee $0 M / $2 NMR / $4 NMNR

Location SRAC - Main Room Time 1pm Code 401304-01

Rules of the Road

This class is offered by the Illinois Secretary of the State to help seniors review for their driving test. Officers from the Elk Grove Police Department will be conducting the course. Registrants must show their driver’s license.

Date Mon, Nov 14

Fee $0 M / $2 NMR / $4 NMNR

Location SRAC - Main Room Time 1-3pm Code 401303-02 Deadline Mon, Nov 7

Chat with a Lawyer

Schedule an initial legal consultation with Naumann, Agnello & Associates. Appointments will be 15 minute sessions, from 9:45am-12pm

Dates Tue, Oct 18, Nov 15, Dec 20

Fee $0 M/$2 NM R/$4 NM NR

Location SRAC – Computer Room Code 401605 Deadline Day before

MYID Medical Bracelet Registration

The Elk Grove Village Fire Department will be at the center to register members for the MYID Bracelet. A MYID bracelet is a FREE bracelet that allows EGV paramedics to have instant access to patients' full medical history. Participants should bring specific details regarding their medical conditions, medications including dosages, physician’s name and contact number, any next of kin information and any other pertication information.

Fee Free event

Location SRAC-Main Room

Date Tue, Nov 1 Time 9am-12pm

Sign up for a time slot at customer service.

Lunch Bunch

Enjoy a delicious meal from Amita. Menus are available at the Sheila Ray Adult Center or Al Hattendorf Customer Service desk. All meals are prepared by Amita Health at Alexian Brothers Medical Center. Meals must be purchased by 2pm the day before. If there are less than 4 participants, the program will be cancelled and participants will be notified. Meals are available on Tuesday and Fridays only. Pick up at the Chit Chat Café between 11am-12pm

Fee: $6 M / $7 RNM / $8 NRNM

Location: SRAC- Chit Chat Café

Code: 401301-01 Deadline Day before

Spooky Halloween Trivia

We are celebrating Halloween with a light lunch and a fun challenging game of trivia. Sign up for Lunch Bunch if you would like to enjoy lunch before trivia. The menu choice will be available the week before. See customer service for the current menu.

Date Tue, Oct 11

Fee $6 M/ $7 R NM/ $8 NRNM

Location SRAC - Main Room Time 11:30am Lunch / 12pm Trivia

Code 401301-01 Deadline Monday before

Monthly

Current Events Forum

Each month we will be gathering and discussing newsworthy topics. We will utilize different media outlets including the internet, television news, and of course, the newspaper.

Preparer Helen Leski

4th Tuesday of the month at 10:15am

Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Tue, Oct 25

Topic Current events of Interest to the Elk Grove Village residents

Speaker Elk Grove Village Mayor, Craig Johnson

Tue, Nov 22

Topic Helen will discuss local, national and international news of interest

Speaker Helen Leski

Make a Gingerbread House!

Join the staff at Sheila Ray for this fun and creative gingerbread house workshop. We will get in the holiday spirit while we each decorate a small gingerbread house. You will enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and cookies while partaking in this holiday tradition. Your house will be a perfect addition to your holiday decor or even a great gift.

Date Wed, Dec 7

Fee $10 M/ $11 RNM / $13 NRNM Time 1-2:30pm

Code 401622-01 Deadline Fri, Dec 2

New Year's Eve Party

Join us as we celebrate New Year's Eve and kick off 2023! Let’s celebrate together with friends as we welcome in the New Year! Light appetizers and sparkling cider will be provided.

Date Fri, Dec 30

Fee $10 M/ $11 RNM / $13 NRNM Time 11:30am-12:30pm

Code 401415-01 Deadline Dec 26

Dancing wi e Band

The Switch Time

Jazz Group will bring some fun and upbeat jazz to the dance floor of the Garden Terrace located in the Pavilion. This event benefits the Sheila Ray Adult Center.

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Fee $5 R · Fee $7 NR

The Bazaar features treasures such as: jewelry, handcrafted items, ceramics, quilted, knitted and crocheted items. Food and raffle tickets will be available for purchase.

Tickets sold at the Al Hattendorf Customer Service Desk. Raffle to be drawn on Dec. 3 at the Holiday Bazaar. Winner does not need to be present.

Friday & Saturday

2 & 3 9am-2pm Free Admission

Quilt Raffle

Made by the Sheila Ray Quilting & Sewing Group

Enter your name to Win a beautiful quilt!

Raffle Tickets $1 for 1 or $5 for 6

All proceeds support SRAC

Activities

Ambassadors Choir

Come out and show us your musical abilities. This group of enthusiastic singers will perform a variety of styles and music that will bring back memories and start toes tapping.

Every Thursday at 10:30am

Location SRAC - Room #1 Fee $0 M / $2 RNM/$4 NRNM

Billiards

Check out our newly renovated billiards room. Two 63” tables, electronic dart board, wall pub tables with bar stools. Bring your own pool cue or use one of ours!

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4pm Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location SRAC- Billiards Room

Bingo Thursdays

Games Regular • Coverall • Specials • Wild Bingo Fee $3 / 6 cards $1.50 / 3 cards Pizza Fee $4 Pizza and beverage (Pre-registration is required for pizza the Wednesday before)

Location: SRAC- Main Room

*No Bingo Nov 24, Dec 1 & 8* Bingo 12pm 401306-01 Pizza 11:30am 401306-02

Bunco

If you like a fun, friendly, exciting game Bunco is for you. Everyone is welcome whether you are a bunco pro or have never played. 2nd & 3rd Friday of the month at 12:30pm Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location SRAC- Chit Chat Café

Canasta

Canasta is a card game that is most commonly played by four players in two partnerships with three standard decks of cards.

Every Monday at 9am Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location SRAC- Room #1

Ceramics

This class will introduce members to the world of ceramics. Emphasis will be placed on the design elements; of painting with color. All material provided by Sheila Ray Adult Center. After completion, items can be purchased by the individual or sold in our display case. Proceeds go back to the center.

Every Wednesday at 10am Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location SRAC- Room #1

Chair Exercise

Join our Stronger Senior Workout Program for a gentle 45-minute seated exercise for seniors which enhances everyday life. Video is projected on our large screen. 1-3 lbs weights are available.

Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 9am* *Except Nov, 16 Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location SRAC- Main Room

Crafts

Get those creative juices flowing with our Chatty Crafters group. All skill levels are welcome. All material provided by Sheila Ray Adult Center.

Every Tuesday at 12:30pm Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location SRAC- Room #3

Darts

Check out our new electronic dart board and wall pub tables with bar stools.

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4pm

Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location SRAC- Billiards Room

Dominoes

Mexican Train is a modern version of Dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the dominoes from his/her hand onto one or more trains, from a central hub. Some simple math is required.

Tuesdays at 1pm

Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location Chit Chat Café

History Comes Alive

This presentation will discuss various topics from the past with Michael M. Stachnik, the Museum Program Manager of the Elk Grove Park District.

Fee $0 M / $2 NMR / $4 NMNR

Location SRAC- Computer Room

Date Tue, Oct 11

Time 10:30am

Topic History of the Labor Movement in Chicago (part 2), the Pullman Strike

Date Tue, Nov 8

Time 10:30am

Topic The Wild West, the Real Story

Daily/Weekly Activities

Knit & Crochet

Begin your crochet adventures by learning basic terms and techniques in an easy-to-follow and approachable class! All material provided by Sheila Ray Adult Center.

Every Monday at 1:00pm

Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location SRAC- Room #1

Mah-Jong

Mah Jongg is an ancient Chinese tile game that is sweeping the nation. Easy to master, hours of fun! It is a game of skill, strategy, calculations and involves a degree of chance. It is a wonderful way to sharpen your mind!

Every Friday at 10am

Fee: $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location: SRAC- Card Room

Pinochle

Pinochle is a melding and trick taking game played with two teams of 2. The objective of the game is to be the first team to score 150 or more points.

Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday at 12pm

Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location SRAC- Card Room

Poker

Try your poker face with our lively group each Monday at the Sheila Ray Adult Center.

Every Monday at 11:30am Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location SRAC- Card Room

Quilting & Sewing

Find your sewing identity with our friendly group. Our helpful members are like inviting a skilled tutor to your home. All material provided by Sheila Ray Adult Center.

Every Monday at 9:30am Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location SRAC - Room #3

RummiKub

RummiKub combines the elements of the card game rummy and MahJong. Rummikub is one of the most popular games of all time that combines luck and strategy, and changes quickly so every player has a chance to win until the very end.

Every Wednesday 12pm Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location SRAC - Dining Room

Shanghai Rummy

Shanghai Rummy is a type of rummy game that requires two decks of cards to be played. 2 to 4 players can play at one time. The objective is to be the first player to go out and to have the fewest points.

Every Thursday at 2pm

Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location SRAC - Card Room

Wii Bowling

Wii Sports bowling is similar to normal bowling. The player attempts to knock down 10 pins with a ball through a simulated television system. Join us for a social experience.

Every Friday at 10:30am

Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location SRAC- Computer Room

New Program

Halloween Bingo

Join us if you dare for a fun day of Bingo and a Halloween Costume Contest! Wear your favorite Halloween costume for a chance to win a prize! 1st & 2nd place winners will be announced at the end of Bingo

Date Thu, Oct 27 Time 12pm

All participants must register for cards and/or pizza to play bingo.

Ugly Sweater Holiday Bingo

Wear your holiday sweater to bingo. There will be a contest for the ugliest and silliest holiday sweater. 1st & 2nd place winners will be announced at the end of Bingo.

Date Thu, Dec 22 Time 12pm

All participants must register for cards and/or pizza to play bingo.

GAMES AT 12PM

Regular • Coverall • Specials • Wild

Bingo Fee $3 / 6 cards $1.50 / 3 cards Code 401306-01 No deadline

SHEILA RAY ADULT CENTER- MAIN ROOM

PIZZA & BEVERAGE AT 11:30AM

$4 Pizza Code 401306-02*

*Pre-registration required the Wednesday before *NO BINGO NOV 24, DEC 1 & 8*

Special Events

Virtual History of Italy: Sistine Chapel

Join Tiffany DeLuca for a virtual presentation of the fascinating history of Rome’s Sistine Chapel and the troubled mastermind behind it all: Michelangelo. Sit back, enjoy an Italian dessert and learn all the secrets of this famous masterpiece, along with stories of power, revenge and influential work of art in Western history.

Fee $6 M / $7 RNM / $9 NRNM

Date Wed, Oct 19

Location SRAC - Main Room Time 1pm Code 301612-01

Senior Olympics

Elk Grove High School seniors will form teams with members of the Sheila Ray Adult Center to compete for bragging rights in our senior Olympics. The main purpose of this friendly competition is to have fun while building relationships between high school seniors and our seniors at the center. This program is free for members but you must register in order to participate. Lunch will be provided for all participants.

Date Wed, Nov 2

Fee $0 M / $2 RNM / $4 NRNM

Location SRAC Time 10:30am-2pm Code 401401-01 Deadline Mon, Oct 31

Line Dancing

Stepping to the Music

If you like line dancing or want to learn the moves, join instructor Peggy for this high energy fitness class. Line dance to a wide variety of music from the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s & 70’s. Easy to follow dance steps to the tunes of yesteryears.

Fee $30 M / $33 RNM / $39 NMNR

Location SRAC - Main Room

*Date Mon, Oct 3 - Nov 7

Time 10-10:45am

Code 405318-01 Deadline Oct 2

*Date Mon, Nov 14 - Dec 19

Time 10-10:45am

Code 405318-02 Deadline Dec 18

Pavilion Fitness - Senior Services Track Pass

Take advantage of the Pavilion Fitness indoor suspended track with a track pass!

If you are an Elk Grove Resident and 65 years or older your track pass is FREE. Stop in at member services on the second floor of the Pavilion.

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Chair Yoga (Seated or Standing)

Improve your strength, flexibility and mobility through standing or seated yoga poses specifically adapted for seniors at any level of health and fitness. Incorporate breathing techniques, gradual stretching and relaxation in this class. Yoga reduces stress, improves circulation and builds community connections. It also positively addresses chronic health conditions.

Days Tue & Thu

Fee 10 Scans $40 M / $48 NM

Time 9-9:45am

Location SRAC - Main Room

Instructor Jen Malone

Join us at the NEW Fox Run Clubhouse. Treat yourself to lunch or dinner Tuesday-Sunday and enjoy the beautiful views of the golf course.

Try your luck at our video slots or reserve a spot on one of three golf/multi sport simulators.

Fox Run Golf Links is conveniently located at 333 Plum Grove Rd., Elk Grove Village. NEW weekday lunch specials!

foxrungolflinks.com (847) 228-3522

Madhu Gupta 10/1

Dawn Scarpulla

Muriel Anderson 10/8 Shirley Marino 10/9

Herb Samp 10/9

Sharon Wright 10/11 Richard Strong 10/12

Carol Tonietto 10/13

Peggy Nicholas 10/14 Nancy Hallett 10/18

Rose Kuhlman

Babette Schmaren 11/1 Gloria Wendel

Teresa Miller 11/3

Gail Santroch

Gloria Wendel

Kathy McGuinnes

Debby Mills

October November December

AnnaMarie Fraser 10/21

Patricia Sogar 10/21

Joanna Krzywicki 10/23

Patricia Angelino 10/26

Alfred Theede 10/27

Linda Arcidiacono 10/28

Doris Jordan 10/29

George Koscielak 10/29

Mary Dvorak 10/31

Mary Alyce Quatman 11/9 Susan McMahon 1/13

Dolores Markech 11/13

Kenneth Anselmo 11/14

Violeta O’Young 11/16 Dee Cappitelli 11/24

Bina Mehta 11/26

Ivana Horak 11/29

Norene Koziatek

Carol Lovitt

Dorothy Paul

Mary Leetzow

Darlene Chakeen

Sylvia McElderry

Nancy Rojek

Lesley Best 12/10

Marjorie Carol Scarpulla

Barbara Flowers 12/11 Linda Mulcahey 12/13

Steve Wong 12/14

Irene Otte 12/15

Lorraine Champa 12/16 Mercedes Wetzel 12/18

Louise Molfese 12/28

Corinne Schade 12/29

and many more...

2022 Activity Calendar

ACTIVITY BEGINS AT: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

9:00 AM Chair Exercise Chair Yoga ($) Chair Exercise Chair Yoga ($) Chair Exercise Canasta

9:30 AM Quilting/Sewing Chat with Lawyer (3rd Tue)

10:00 AM Advisory Board (3rd Tue) Ceramics MahJong

Outdoor Bocce Ball (Oct)

10:15 AM Current Events (10/25 & 11/22)

10:30 AM Ambassador's Choir Group Wii Bowling

11:00 AM Lunch Bunch ($)

Luncheons ($) 10/11, 11/16, 12/8, 12/9 & 12/14

11:30 AM Poker #1 Pizza Lunch ($)

Lunch Bunch ($)

12:00 PM Poker #2 Pinochle Pinochle BINGO ($) Pinochle

Rummikub

12:30 PM Crafts Baseball Bags Bunco (2nd & 3rd Fri)

1:00 PM Knit/Crochet Dominoes

2:00 PM Shanghai Rummy

Activities marked with ($) require an additional fee

Recognize someone special, commemorate a milestone or honor a lost loved one by making a special gift in their name.

Checks should be made out to the Elk Grove Parks Foundation and mailed to:

The Sheila Ray Adult Center, 225 E. Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove Village, IL, 60007.

The Elk Grove Parks Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) organization and your gift can be recognized as a tax deductible contribution. Your donation will 100% benefit the Sheila Ray Adult Center.