The Buzz - July, August, September 2022 by Elk Grove Park District

A Recreation Center for active adults age 55 & better

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225 E. Elk Grove Blvd. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 (847) 364-7224 Hours: 8:30am-4:00pm Monday-Friday Customer Service Hours 9:00am-4:00pm

BUZZ Welcome Aboard!

Sail away with us at this cruise ship themed luncheon as we take a voyage on the Sheila Ray Cruise line. A delicious lunch of apricot glazed pork roast, grilled caribbean vegetables and island rice will be served. Entertainment will be provided by Mel Oldies Unchained. Fee: $14M / $15 R NM / $17 NR NM Location: Sheila Ray Adult Center-Main Room Date: Wed, Jul 20 Time: 11:30am Code: 301405-01 Deadline: Jul 15

Masquerade Senior Prom

Dance the night away at our annual Senior Citizen Prom! Join us for this Masquerade Ball themed event. Enjoy lemon chicken, roasted potatoes, sauteed green beans, roll/butter and a dessert. Live entertainment provided by Croozin the Loop. Masquerade masks will be provided for each guest. Fee: $18 M / $ 20 R NM / $24 NR NM Location: Garden Terrace at the Pavilion Date: Thu, Aug 4 Time: 6-8 pm Code: 301401-01 Deadline: July 28 Daily Drop-In-Rates $2/R and $4/NR

Jul | Aug | Sep 2022

What’s Buzzin’ Upcoming 2022 Events! July - Starved Rock Trip July - Welcome Aboard Luncheon August - Ambassador Concert Lunch August - Potawatomi Casino Trip August - Senior Prom September - Rummage Sale September - SRAC Variety Show All programs and events take place at the Sheila Ray Adult Center (SRAC) unless notated in the description.

In This Issue President's Letter............. Page 2 Photo Gallery.....................Page 3 Member Services..............Page 4 Trips.....................................Page 5 Monthly Happenings........Page 6 Luncheons.............................Page 7 Daily/Weekly Activities...Pages 8-10 Wellness...........................Page 11 Special Events ................Page 12 Happy Birthday................Page 13 Bee Thankful ...................Page 15 Activity Calendar.............Page 16

Celebrating 40+ years of good programs, good people & good times.

What’s the Buzz...

in buzzing The Sheila Ray Adult Center is once aga changing, with activities. Now that the weather is with friends. we have more energy and desire to be ortunity to I hope you were able to have the opp participate in the activities. Lane and Attendance for The King and I at Drury nd were both White Fence Farm with Denny Diamo sold out. showing off The Spring Bazaar had our members their talent. with the The Derby Day Luncheon was a big hit hats. What a ladies wearing the latest well - crafted sight it was! activities. The Sheila Ray center is buzzing with may find Come and participate or observe! You something that triggers your interest. nts: The Don’t forget to sign up for upcoming eve walking club the Ambassadors concert and luncheon, on. at the Hattendorf Park & the July lunche Barbara Burke, President

Remembering Barbara Burke fondly, this was her last President's letter written before her passing in late May. She will be missed by everyone here at the Sheila Ray Adult Center.

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 Barbara Burke, President Donna Tognocchi, Vice President Barbara Brenke, Past President Nancy Hartwig, Membership Doris Jordan, Secretary Rod Marino, 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, Jul 19 10:00am Tue, Aug 16 10:00am Tue, Sep 20 10:00am

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

Pick up a Summer Brochure for additional Senior interests! Sheila Ray Adult Center Members attending the White Fence Farm Trip2

Photo Gallery

Left: Members enjoying lunch during Current Events provided by Mayor Craig Johnson.

This page: Members enjoying the Derby Day Luncheon. Look at those hats!

Above: A member playing the video gaming at Fox Run

Member Services Lending Closet

Cherished Treasures Gift Shop Now open!

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/Times: M-F 9:00am-4:00pm

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.

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.

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.

Check out our Facebook Page!

SRAC Member = M · Elk Grove Resident = R Non-Resident = NR · Non-Member = NM

Please make sure to like our page and follow us on Facebook for all the latest news and information:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/sheilarayadultcenter

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: 9:00am-6:00pm, Monday – Friday 9:00am-4:00pm, 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.

Rae Ciardullo Barbara Burke Catherine Sarantakos

Elk Grove Township Senior Services Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00am until 4:00pm. For more information, call (847) 437-0300.

Trips Depart & Return to Pavilion South Parking Lot 1000 Wellington Ave, EGV, *unless noted otherwise

Trips

Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, Mystery Lunch Trip Travel with us for a fun summer adventure! Oak Brook

We will be taking a mystery trip to a summer destination restaurant. All food and beverages are your responsibility. Transportation will be provided by the Sheila Ray Adult Center Bus. Space is limited. Fee: $7 M / $8R NM / $10 NR NM Depart: *Al Hattendorf Center* 10:30am Arrival: *Al Hattendorf Center* 2:00pm Date: Wed, Aug 24 Code: 301511-01 Deadline: Aug 19

Join us as we venture out to visit this “gem”of a museum. We will be enjoying a self guided tour of the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art in Oak Brook. We will spend time exploring the amazing Jade, gemstones, mineral carvings and geology exhibits at the museum. We will stop for lunch at a restaurant nearby. You will purchase lunch on your own. This trip fee only includes transportation and admission to the museum. Fee: $7 M / $ 8 R NM / $10 NR NM Depart: *Al Hattendorf Center* 10:00am Return: *Al Hattendorf Center* 2:30pm Date: Wed, Jul 13 Code: 301510-01 Deadline: Jul 8

Potawatomi Casino, Milwaukee, WI Located in downtown Milwaukee Potawatomi Hotel & Casino offers highstakes bingo, nearly one hundred table games, nearly 3,000 slot machines, and a 20-table Poker Room. All bus passengers MUST have a valid Driver’s License or state photo ID to ride the bus and receive the bus package ($10 Reward Play and $10 Food Credit). Must be 21 years or over. Fee: $40 M / $44 R NM / $53 NR NM Depart: 9:30am Arrival: 5:30pm Date: Wed, Aug 31 Code: 301507-01 Deadline: Wed, Aug 24

Starved Rock Lodge Tribute to the Stars, Utica, IL

Everybody loves Somebody Sometime… and you’ll love this Tribute to the Stars performance at Starved Rock Lodge. Capturing the spirit of Dean Martin, Peter Oprisko brings the King of cool back to life, with his renditions of Dino’s signature songs, style and sense of humor. Sway to Blue Moon, Baby’s it cold outside and Ain’t That a kick in the Head. We will also enjoy a lunch buffet. Fee includes lunch, motor-coach transportation, and the show. Fee: $90 M / $99 R NM / $118 NR NM Depart: 10:00am Arrival: 4:30pm Date: Mon, Jul 25 Code: 301508-01 Deadline: Jul 18

Fox Run Luncheon Trip

Fitzgerald’s Fish Boil, Genoa City, WI

Fitzgerald’s Genoa City Junction serves an all-you-can-eat North Atlantic Cod boiled in traditional outdoor kettles year-round for that one-of-a-kind mouthwatering taste. This all-you-can-eat event and lunch will include fish, chicken, boiled potatoes & onions, coleslaw, salted rye bread and apple square for dessert. The rest of the afternoon will be yours to enjoy in Lake Geneva. This trip includes lunch and motor coach transportation. Fee: $55 M / $60 R NM / $72 NR NM Depart: 10:30am Arrival: 6:00pm Date: Wed, Sept 28 Code: 401501-01 Deadline: Sept 21

Monthly Happenings Dancing with the Band Live Music Night Series Join us for an evening of fun and upbeat jazz with the Switch Time Jazz Group. Sit and listen with the crowd, or move to the music on the dance floor at Garden Terrace located in the Pavilion. Proceeds benefit the Sheila Ray Adult Center. Light refreshments provided. Fee: $5 R / $7 NR Location: Garden Terrace at the Pavilion Thu, Sep 1, Oct 6, Nov 3 Time: 7:00-9:00pm

Rules of the Road This class is offered by the Illinois Secretary of State to help seniors review for their driving test. Officers from the Elk Grove Village Police Department will be conducting the course. Registrants must show their driver’s license. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: SRAC Dining Room Mon, Jul 11 Time: 1:00pm Code: 301303-01 Deadline: July 8

P.A.S.T - Police and Seniors Together Elk Grove Village Police Officer Ted Malek wants to invite you to the Police and Seniors Together meetings. Meetings will touch base about the Elk Grove Police Department and what is going on in our community that is pertinent to senior citizens. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: SRAC Main Room Fri, Jul 29 Time: 1:00pm Code: 301304-01

Chat with a Lawyer Schedule an initial legal consultation with Elk Grove lawyer, Robert K. Naumann. Appointments will be in 15 minute sessions, from 9:45am to 12:00pm. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: SRAC Computer Room Tue, Jul 19, Aug 16 & Sep 20 Code: 301605 SRAC Member = M Elk Grove Resident = R Non-Resident = NR Non-Member = NM

Sheila Ray members enjoying pizza during Current Events provided by Mayor Craig Johnson

Current Events Forum

Each month we will gather and discuss newsworthy topics. We will utilize different media outlets including the internet, television and the newspaper. Location: SRAC Main Room Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM 4th Tuesday of the month at 10:15am Preparer for all events: Helen Leski

Tue, Jul 26 Speaker: Groot Garbage representative and an Elk Grove Village representative Topic: New Garbage provider for the Village who will give us their history and discuss waste and recycling topics. Have questions about your service, bins, and holiday pickup. They also pick up other items if called. Tue, Aug 23 Speaker:Jim Slusher, Managing Editor of the Elk Grove Herald Topic: History of the paper, discussion of the various sections of the paper, plus the commentary section. Tue, Sep 27 Speaker: Nancy Broten, EGV Public Library Topic: All that is new with the Elk Grove Library. Lots of programs, technology features and many other features at our library.

Luncheons Lunch and Trivia

Ambassador Concert Lunch

Fee: $6 M / $7 R NM / $8 NR NM Location: Sheila Ray Adult Center - Main Room Date: Jul 26, Aug 23 & Sep 27 Time: 11:30am lunch/12:30pm Trivia Code: 301301-01 Deadline: Monday before

Fee: $6 M / $7 R NM $9 NR NM Location: Sheila Ray Adult Center Main Room Date: Wed, Aug 17 Time: 11:30am Code: 301323-01 Deadline: Aug 12

Welcome Aboard!

Come watch our very own Sheila Ray Members show off their talents with a show created entirely on their own! Entertainment will consist of a talent show in addition to a unique fashion show with some surprises along the way. You won’t want to miss these very special performances. A delicious lunch of cheese stuffed shells, caesar salad, fruit and dessert will be served.

Sit back and enjoy Sheila Ray’s very own choir group performing oldies, novelty songs and dances. Show your support! A light lunch will consist of deli sandwiches, chips and lemonade. Registration is required.

We are celebrating 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.

Sheila Ray Variety Show!

Sail away with us at this cruise ship themed luncheon as we take a voyage on the Sheila Ray Cruise line. A delicious lunch of apricot glazed pork roast, grilled caribbean vegetables and island rice will be served. Entertainment will be provided by Mel Oldies Unchained. Fee: $14 M / $15 R NM / $17 NR NM Location: Sheila Ray Adult Center-Main Room Date: Wed, Jul 20 Time: 11:30am Code: 301405-01 Deadline: Jul 15

Fee: $14 M / $15 R NM / $17 NR NM Location: Sheila Ray Adult Center-Main Room Date: Wed, Sept 21 Time: 11:30am Code: 301405-06 Deadline: Sept 16

Lunch Bunch

Enjoy a delicious meal from Amita. Menus are available each week at the SRAC 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 canceled and participants will be notified. Meals are available on Tue. & Fri. only. Fee: $6 M / $7 R NM / $8 NR NM Location: Pick up at the SRAC Chit Chat Cafe Tuesdays & Fridays 11am - 12:00pm Code: 301301-01

A group of friends attend the Sheila Ray Adult Center Derby Day Luncheon

Annual Membership Rates (Jan-Dec 2022)

Membership is: $30 Elk Grove Resident (R) and $40 Non-Resident (NR)

Membership Includes:

· Daily Admission to the SRAC, Mon-Fri, 8:30-4:00pm

· Discount on programs, events & trips · Over 20 weekly & bi-weekly activites

Daily/Weekly Activities

SRAC Member = M Elk Grove Resident = R Non-Resident = NR Non-Member = NM

Ambassadors Choir

Share your musical talents. This group of enthusiastic singers will perform a variety of styles and music that will start toes tapping. We have an open chair for you. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Room 1 Thursdays at 10:30am

Golf is one of the multiple sports that you can choose at the new Fox Run Simulators

Bocce Ball

Baseball Bags

The beanbag baseball game is played on a board stand that resembles a baseball field. Each player thrwos the bags until they reach 3 outs. Points are given based on where the bag lands. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Dining Room Thursdays at 12:30pm

Bocce is played outside with eight large balls and one smaller target or object ball called a Pallina. The object is to throw the ball closer to the Pallina or Jack, than your opponent. The first team to reach 16 points wins the game. Weather permitting. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Al Hattendorf Park Wednesdays at 10:00am

Bridge

Fun times playing Baseball Bags

Grab a partner and come each Wednesday as our group of Bridge players try their best to win (or take as many tricks as possible). Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Card Room Wednesdays at 12:00pm

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! Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Billards Room Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:00pm

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. We play on the 2nd and 3rd Friday of the month. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Chit Chat Cafe 2nd & 3rd Fridays at 12:30pm

Bingo

Regular • Coverall • Specials • Wild All participants must register for cards and/or pizza prior to each Bingo day. Fee: $3.00 M / 6 Cards - 10 Games $1.50 M / 3 Cards - 10 Games $4.00 Pizza & Beverage (must be ordered by 2pm on Wed) Pizza served at 11:30am Location: Main Room Thursdays at 12:00pm Code: 301306

Canasta

A recipe for a good time is the following: four friends, two full decks of cards & a cup of coffee. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Card Room Mondays at 9:00am

*No Bingo or pizza Sep 15*

Daily Drop-In-Rates $2/R and $4/NR Ceramics

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. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Chit Chat Cafe Tuesdays at 1:00pm

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. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Room 1 Wednesdays at 10:00am

Lunch Bunch

Enjoy a delicious meal from Amita. Menus are available each week at the SRAC Customer Chair Exercise Service desk. All meals are prepared by Amita Join our Stronger Senior Workout Program Health at Alexian Brothers Medical Center. for a gentle 45-minute seated exercise which Meals must be purchased by 2pm the day enhances everyday life. The video is projected before. If there are less than 4 participants, the on our large screen. 1-5 lbs weights are program will be canceled and participants will be available. notified. Meals are available on Tue. & Fri. only. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Fee: $6 M / $7 R NM / $8 NR NM Location: Main Room Location: Pick up at the SRAC Chit Chat Cafe Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays at 9:00am Tuesdays & Fridays 11:00am - 12:00pm Code: 301301-01

Crafts

Knit & Crochet

Get those creative juices flowing with our Chatty Crafters group. All skill levels welcome. All material provided by Sheila Ray Adult Center. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Room 3 Tuesdays at 12:30pm

Begin your crochet adventures by learning basic terms and techniques in an easy-tofollow and approachable class! All material provided by Sheila Ray Adult Center. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Room 1 Mondays at 1:00pm

Darts

Mah-Jong

Check out our new electronic dart board and wall pub tables with bar stools. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Billards Room Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:00pm

Members playing Dominoes

Mah Jong 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! Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Card Room Fridays at 10:00am 9

Daily/Weekly Activities Pinochle

Senior Trivia

Poker

Shanghai Rummy

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. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Card Room Tuesdays & Fridays at 12:00pm

Try your Poker face with these lively groups on Mondays. Two times to choose from. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Card Room Mondays: Group 1 at 11:30am & Group 2 at 12:00pm

Quilting & Sewing

Find your sewing identity with our friendly group. Our helpful members are skilled tutors. All material provided by Sheila Ray Adult Center. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Room 3 Mondays at 9:30am

Bring your thinking caps for senior trivia! A trivia game is one where the competitors are asked questions about interesting but unimportant facts in many different subjects. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Dining Room 4th Tuesday of the Month 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 of Shanghai Rummy is to be the first player to go out and to have the fewest points. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Card Room Thursdays at 2:00pm

Wii Bowling

Wii Sports Bowling is similar to normal bowling. The player attempts to knock down 10 pins with a ball. Join us for a social experience. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Computer Room Fridays at 11:30am

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. Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Dining Room Wednesdays at 12:00pm Members enjoying the Wii Bowling Tournament

Sheila Ray Adult Center Member = M Elk Grove Resident = R Non-Resident = NR Non-Member = NM 10

Bee Active Sheila Ray Walking Club

NEW!

Wellness

Chair Exercise

Around the World in 80 Days

Join our Stronger Senior Workout Program for a gentle 45-minute seated exercise which enhances everyday life. The video is projected on our large screen. 1-5 lbs weights are available.

Join us Friday, June 24th as we kick off our new walking club! Weather permitting, we will be walking the new path at Hattendorf Park.

The walking club will meet Fridays at 10:30am for 12 weeks. You will receive a Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM passport to track your progress as you walk Location: SRAC Main Room around the world in 80 days! Collect stamps Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays at 9:00am for hitting your personal weekly goals that you will set at our kick off party, and you’ll earn a Pavilion Fitness - For Seniors prize at the end of the 12 week session.

Track Pass

Stay for Lunch Bunch and order a healthy meal from Amita Health. All meals are prepared by Amita Health at Alexian Brothers Medical Center. Sign Up and fees are required. See Lunch Bunch information on page (9).

Take advantage of the Pavilion Fitness indoor suspended track! (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.

Fee: $0 M / $2 R NM / $4 NR NM Location: Al Hattendorf Park, weather permitting we will walk inside Every Friday starting Jun 24th at 10:30am

Location: Pavilion Fitness, 1000 Wellington Ave.

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.

Line Dancing

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

Location: Sheila Ray Adult Center Instructor: Jen Malone Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00-9:45am Fees: 10 Scans - $40M / $48 NM

Fee: $30 M / $33 NM R / $39 NM NR Location: Sheila Ray Adult Center- Main Room Date: Mon, Jun 27 - Aug 8 *No Class Jul 4 Code: 305318-01 Deadline: Jun 24 Mon, Aug 15 - Sept 26 Code: 305318-02 Time: 10:45-11:30am

*No Class Sept 5 Deadline: Aug 12

Do you have a friend who would enjoy visiting the Sheila Ray Adult Center? Bring a friend and they will receive a 1 day complimentary guest pass to the Sheila Ray Adult Center. 11

Special Events 90+ Senior Celebration

Date: Tues, July 12 Location: Sheila Ray Adult Center Time: 12:00pm Members Only Event for those turning 90+. (Invites will be sent out)

Dancing with the Band - Live Music Nights at Garden Terrace

Dancing with the Band

Live Music Nights Thursday, Sep 1, Oct 6, Nov 3 7:00 – 9:00 pm Join us for an evening of fun and upbeat jazz with the Switch Time Jazz Group. Sit and listen with the crowd, or move to the music on the dance floor at Garden Terrace located in the Pavilion. This event benefits Sheila Ray Adult Center. Light refreshments provided. $5 R / $7 NR

Masquerade Senior Prom

Rummage Sale

Friday, September 16 9:00am – 2:00pm Saturday, September 17 9:00am – 2:00pm Sheila Ray Adult Center at the Hattendorf 225 E. Elk Grove Blvd (847) 364-7224 Donations for the Rummage Sale will be accepted starting Thursday, August 18th. We accept clean, usable clothing, household items and books No electronics accepted. All proceeds will benefit the Sheila Ray Adult Center. Free Admission

Fee: $18 M / $ 20 R NM / $24 NR NM Date: Thu, Aug 4 Time 6:00-8:00 pm Code: 301401-01

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 rubber 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. Sign up for a time slot at customer service. Location: Sheila Ray Adult Center Room #1 Fee: Free Date: Thu, Aug 18 Time: 10:00 -11:30am Deadline: Aug 12

Sheila Ray Variety Show!

FREE EVENT 12

Happy Birthday to those celebrating in July, August & September! July

Katheleen Worthington Mi Young Cha Kim Eva Kaczmarek Judy Chen Helen Cleary Nancy Gonzalez Doreen Rodgers Liz Brock-Jones Geraldine Kilduff Magdalena Martin Tina Maddaloni Linda Kugelbeal Marge Moore Jeff Silberg

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August

Nancy Wong Lillian Mayer Donald Munkvold Helene Fudacz Sandra Kruml Tom Greco James Fraser Carol Brey Patricia Spannagel Janice Beck Theresa Delisle Diana Marino Carol Klocek Judy Gruenert

Senior Real Estate Specialist

8/1 8/5 8/6 8/6 8/7 8/9 8/10 8/18 8/19 8/21 8/25 8/28 8/30 8/30

September

Nancy Drake Marianne Issel Joseph Hauser Shyam Gupta Al Hlavacek Esther Vanacora Mercedes Ibarra GiGi Umbricht

9/3 9/3 9/7 9/13 9/18 9/22 9/24 9/24

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Sponsorship and Advertising opportunities are available, please contact (847) 364-7224.

The Sheila Ray Center Spring Bazaar 13

Two friends together at the SRAC Luncheon

Live Entertainment (PG) Good Clean Fun 12:30-2pm Rosie & The Rivets 2:15-3:45pm Event Attractions 12-4pm Pavilion Grounds (PG) Chair Swing EuroBungy Red Ball Challenge Gyroscope Spaceball Water slides Inflatables

Play, Picnic & Party with us on July 17th! Day & Time: Sunday, Noon-4pm

Locations: Pavilion (1000 Wellington) Village Green (901 Wellington) Elk Grove Village Public Library (1001 Wellington)

Village Green (VG) K9 Demos Pot - a - Plant Zoo to You Touch a Truck Balloon Artists Popular Characters Library (L) Friends of Library DVD Sale Dunk Tank Child/Adult Make & Take Craft Raffle Caricature Artist - Roger Hurtado Costume Characters Dippin’ Dots $2.00 Cotton Candy $1.00

Good Clean Fun

*Attractions may be subject to change.

The event will take place rain or shine!

Rosie & The Rivets

Play, Picnic & Party

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., EGV. They also offer weekday lunch specials!

foxrungolflinks.com

(847) 228-3522

SRAC Members learn about the new simulators and enjoy play during the Fox Run luncheon

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 rubber 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 pertinent information. Sign up for a time slot at customer service.

Members at the Spring Bazaar

"We are low on coffee for our chit chat cafe. We kindly ask for donations of K-Cups so we can keep providing coffee for our members to enjoy!"

FREE

EVENT Date: Thu, Aug 18 Time: 10:00 - 11:30am Location: Sheila Ray Adult Center Room 1

Fall Craft Show Sat, Sep 10, 9am-1pm at Garden Terrace in the Pavilion Join us in the Garden Terrace Banquet room to welcome our favorite crafters and home based businesses for the return of the Fall Craft Show. Admission is free to the general public wanting to shop and browse. Please call 847-228-3524 for more information or to sign up as a vendor. Vendor fee: $50

Bee Thankful Thanks to our business sponsors for their generous contributions: Jarosch Bakery, Village Point Church and Village Realty. Thank you Richard Strong, Helen Leski, Barbara Brenke, Rod Marino & Diane Marino, Steve & Nancy Wong for the K-Cup coffee donations.

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July, August, September 2022

2022 Activity Calendar ACTIVITY BEGINS AT: 9:00 AM

9:30 AM

Hours 8:30am-4:00pm

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Chair Exercise Canasta

Chair Yoga ($)

Chair Exercise

Chair Yoga ($)

Chair Exercise

Quilting/Sewing

Chat with Lawyer (3rd Tue) Advisory Board (3rd Tue)

10:00 AM

Ceramics

MahJong

Outdoor Bocce Ball Current Events (4th Tue)

10:15 AM

Ambassador's Choir Group

10:30 AM

11:30 AM

Poker #1

Senior Trivia (4th Tue)

12:00 PM

Poker #2

Pinochle

12:30 PM 1:00 PM

Lunch Bunch ($)

11:00 AM

Luncheons ($) 7/20, 8/17, 9/21 Pinochle Bridge Rummikub

Crafts Knit/Crochet

Walking Club

Pizza Lunch ($)

Wii Bowling

BINGO ($)

Pinochle

Baseball Bags

Bunco (2nd & 3rd Fri)

Dominoes

2:00 PM

Shanghai Rummy

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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 16

The Buzz - July, August, September 2022

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President's Letter

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