Have you signed up for your 2026 memberships, yet?
If not, we can help with that! Membership for one person is $25 per year. For two people in the same household it’s $35 per year. We accept cash, check, or card. The yearly Senior Center membership gives you discounts on our trips, quarterly members-only events, and a sense of belonging! =
We starteda new Tai Chi class in March and it is going great! Patrick Stramka is leading the class Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30-9:30 a.m. The cost for members is $10 per month and $20 a month for nonmembers. Spots are limited, so please call to get your name on the list!
We are hosting a Blood Drive with Impact Life on April 20 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thanks so much to our regular donors! We are always looking for new donors!
GOLDEN ECHO
From the LCCOA
Executive Director
By Susie Welch
Spring is in the air at the Lee County Council on Aging, and with it comes a month full of opportunities to learn, connect, and celebrate!
We’re excited to kick off a brand-new four-part series, “Refill My Cup,” sponsored by Addus HomeCare, starting April 21 at 1 p.m. This uplifting series focuses on rejuvenation, connection, and practical tips to enrich everyday life. Take a little time for yourself — and come refill your cup!
Line dancing update: Line dancing with Cheryl is moving to Tuesdays! Join us on the first and third Tuesday of each month for fun, begin -
ner-friendly dancing and great exercise. Come step, laugh, and move with friends!
Get growing this spring! On April 16 at 2 p.m., join Nancy Wadsworth for a fun and hands-on workshop, “Make Your Own Window Herb Garden.” Learn how to plant and care for fresh herbs right in your own kitchen window — perfect for adding flavor to your meals and a little greenery to your home! After learning how to plant your own herbs with Nancy, why not keep the gardening spirit growing? The Lee County Council on Aging is currently seeking volunteers to help with our Senior Vegetable Garden. This garden helps provide fresh produce for local seniors and supports our nutrition programs throughout the season. If you’re interested in volunteering, please contact the center at 815-2889236 or stop by to sign up.
Looking ahead, our Annual Planning Meeting for Activities and Programming will be held April 23 at 2 p.m. Providers and community partners are invited to
From the WCSC Executive
Director
By Emily Hammer
Board meeting
We would like to thank everyone on our Board of Directors! All of the members on our board are volunteers who take time out of their busy schedules to help better our Senior Center and Public Transportation. The next Board meeting will be April 22 at
12:30 p.m. in the dining room.
Golden Meals
Golden Meals is a local non-profit organization that provides $3.25 meals to our 60-plus senior community and $6.25 for our 59-and-younger community, Monday through Thursday at our site. Please watch the menu calendar as they will be providing meals on select Fridays. The Golden Meals calendar will be posted on our Facebook page and sent out in our monthly member’s newsletter. Thank you to everyone who has been coming for lunch! The turnouts have been great, and the food is always super yummy!!
Outreach
Walk-in appointments are avail -
Golden Echo published monthly by Sauk Valley Media, 113-115 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon, IL 61021, in cooperation with the Lee County Council on Aging and Whiteside County Senior Center.
Golden Echo disclaims any liability for any advertisements published herein and in no way endorses or guarantees these ads.
Press releases of interest to seniors will be accepted at 100 W. Second St., Dixon, IL 61021; or 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, IL 61081. Deadline for submission is the 15th of each month.
Golden Echo does not discriminate in admission to programs or treat-
share ideas, highlight services, and help seniors discover valuable local resources. Please submit your topics to LCCOA by April 15 to be included in the planning.
April 24 at 11 a.m.: Music Video Bingo (Lawrence Welk style!) — Instead of The Price is Right, join us for a fun round of Music Video Bingo featuring the classic sounds and style of Lawrence Welk. Enjoy the music, test your memory, and see if you can get a bingo first!
If you’re turning 65 and wondering what’s next, mark your calendar for April 30. Dianne Frye, SHIP Counselor, will present “65 … Now What?” at 5:30 p.m. in the Post House Ballroom. Enjoy appetizers and iced tea, with a cash bar available. This informative session is the perfect opportunity to get your Medicare and retirement questions answered with confidence.
Senior-led Walkie Talkies: Informational meeting — Join us on April 30 at 2 p.m. for an informative meeting about our senior-led Walkie Talkies Walking
Group. This is your chance to help shape the future of the group! Come share your ideas as we plan a fresh new look for Walkie Talkies and discuss how we can make it fun, social, and welcoming for everyone.
The Walkie Talkies Walking Group will officially begin the first Thursday in May and continue every Thursday. Whether you’re interested in walking, socializing, or helping organize the group, we’d love to hear your ideas and have you involved. Let’s get moving together for better health and great conversation!
And there’s even more to look forward to! On May 2, our Board of Directors will host a fundraiser cookout at County Market. Then on May 9, we’re bringing back the Adult Prom, a fun night of dancing and celebration. Looking ahead to summer, our Annual Senior Fair will be held June 16, featuring resources, games, and activities for seniors.
See you soon!
Susie
able on Mondays from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Scheduled appointments are available Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
For any questions, please call our Outreach Department at 815-622-9230, ext. 131.
Monthly Medicare tip
If you currently receive Social Security or Railroad Retirement Board benefits, you will automatically be enrolled in Original Medicare (Parts A and B). Medicare will mail your Medicare card to you. This applies if you are eligible for Medicare due to age or disability. Your coverage will go into effect on the first day of your 65th birthday month or the month of your 25th disability check.
ment or employment in programs or activities in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act; the U.S. Civil Rights Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act; the Age Discrimination Act; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act; and the U.S. and Illinois Constitutions. If you feel you have been discriminated against, you have a right to file a complaint with the Illinois Department of Aging. For information, call 800-252-8966 (Voice & TDD), or contact the director of Lee County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, IL 61021 or telephone 815-288-9236; or Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, IL 61081 or 815-622-9230.
We have two SHIP counselors available if you have Medicare questions. Please reach out to us at 815622-9230.
Caregiver tip
Caring for a loved one strains even the most resilient people. If you are a caregiver, take steps to preserve your own health and well-being. About one in three adults in the United States is an informal or family caregiver. Caregivers report higher levels of stress than people who are not caregivers. It is important to know that they too, need help and support. In collaboration with CGH we offer two caregiver support groups, one in Sterling and one in Walnut. Please call 815-622-9230 for more information.
The senior centers do not require duration of residency or citizenship as a condition of participation in any services or programs funded by the Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging. Residency or citizenship may be a requirement for other programs that the senior centers may provide assistance with in application or accessing of same. Services are made available, in part, with funds provided under Title III-B of the Older American Act, and the Illinois General Revenue Funds, through the Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging. We are a United Way-funded agency.
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DUES, DONATIONS & THANK YOU’S
WCSC welcomes members
Ahrens, Paul Arduini, Marilyn Arduini, Philip Arduini, Sharon Asbury, Beverly Brewer, Mary Brown, Madeline Buzard, Jim Buzard, Judy Chaidez, Gloria Crownhart, Eileen Daniels, Ernestine Decker, Beverly Day-Schreiner, Diana Day-Schreiner, Toni Frey-Grobe, Sylvia
Thank yous
Kim McMahon of Citadel
Sami Wiggins of Castor Laney Edgeton of Heritage Woods
Chris Meier
Lifescape
Sauk Valley Food Bank Riverbend
Sauk Valley Bank Volunteers
Bimbo/Curt Wade Burton Foundation Volunteers
Partners
Carol Linkowski
Robert Linkowski
Members
Linette Chamberlain
Diana Owens
Faith Assembly Church
David Fritts
Willow Creek Township
Angelo’s III
Keith Gabany
Cindy Gabany
Dale Smith
Eunice Miller
Walmart
Leydig Center
D8 Summit
Kreider
GarciaSr, Ernesto Gibbs, Chauncey Gould, Leslie Hayenga, Mary Heerdt, Kenneth Heerdt, Lois Hill, Carol Hussung, Lorraine Johnson, Margaret Johnson, Pamela Kivisto, Laura Lancaster, Deanna Lancaster, Jerry Landes, Peggy Lauff, Carol
Lauff, Gary
Long, Donna Machen, Lorraine
Marshall, Carolyn
Marshall, James
Martens, Wanda
Medema, Sharon
Merced, Rosemarie
Salazar, Susan
Saville, Martha
Shaw,Andra
Shaw, Carol
Shawver, Barbara
Shawver, Kenneth
Staples, Lynda
StaplesSr, Thomas
WCSC volunteers and supporters
Atchley, Charles Barber, Linda Becker, Barbara Brown, Chris Cantu, Adela Chandler,Nedra Desch, Brain Frisky, Scott Leisner, Chris Medrano, Norma Meller, Marilyn Meyer,Louann
LCCOA welcomes members
Peggy Ma
Rosalind Pate
Martha Bartelt
Marlene Heckman
Sue Stach
Kevin Stach
Mike Devine
Patricia Lipps
Brenda Jensen
Terry Streder
Doris Walters
Thank you to LCCOA volunteers and supporters
Center Stage
Rock River Garden Club
Laura Hoyle
Dianne Frye
Gyrlee Kobler
Tina Maldonado
Roberta LeMoine
Dan Leake
Sarah Mayer
David Nelson
Mary Thomas
Dixon Library
Discover Dixon
Thurwanger, Janine Thurwanger, Jim Tomasino, John Tomasino, Patricia Topp, Donald Topp, Linda Tysdal, Kathy Vos, Mary
Williams, Elaine
Williams, Michael Wolford, Shirley Wright, Kandy Yenney, Edwin Yenney,Marica
Meyers, Becky Pratt,Jewelene Qureshi,Nazir Rhoades, Jeanette Riva, Don Shipley, Neal Smith, Ian Tackett, Diane Tompkins, Gary Wetzell, Jon Wells, Mary Lou Whitebread, Ginny
Maureen Oester
Tim Oester
Carol Beaston
Tanya Brooks
Kathi McIntyre
CONTACT INFORMATION
100 W. SECOND ST., DIXON, IL, 61021
Hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday Main number: 815-288-9236
Transportation: 815-288-9236 (7 a.m.-5 p.m.)
E-mail: info@leecoaging.org
Online: www.leecountycouncilonaging.net and on Facebook
POST HOUSE BALLROOM 815-288-0892 Online: www.posthouseballroom.net
OUTREACH DEPARTMENT
Outreach services and free phones for hearing impaired
Outreach hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
LCCOA BOARD MEMBERS & OFFICERS
Dianne Frye — Chair | Marcus Cox — Vice chair
Terry Christian — Board Secretary | Kathy Marine —Treasurer Board members: Amanda Carroll, Kelli Chambers, Greg Currens, June Fordham, Alisa Wolf
LCCOA SENIOR TRANSPORTATION
815-288-9236 (press 1)
REAGAN MASS TRANSIT
Hours: 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday 888-239-9228 or 815-288-2117
Fares: (within zip code)
Ages 5 & under (must be accompanied by an adult): $1 one way Ages 6 to 59 years: $2 one way
Seniors or individuals with a disability: $1 one way (unless qualified under Medicaid or other program)
Out-of-town trips can be arranged, subject to availability: 35 cents per mile, maximum $5.
Amanda Carroll
Marcus Cox
Kathy Marine
Greg Currens
June Fordham
Kelli Chambers
Alisa Wolf
Nancy Gates
Nancy Wadsworth
Tom Wadsworth
Terry Christian
Glen Hughes
Joe Fornero
First Assembly of God Church
Mauren Broers
Cathy Reglin
Sauk Valley Food Bank
Regan Mass Transit
United Way
NIAAA
Judi and Phil Callison
HealthCare Plus
Heritage Woods
Bonnie Stradley
Allure
1207 W. NINTH ST., STERLING, IL 61081
Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday
Information: 815-622-9230 Toll-free: 888-622-9230 Transportation: 815-625-7433 Email: info@wc-seniorcenter.org Online: www.wc-seniorcenter.org and on Facebook. AGING AND DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER (ADRC) 815-622-9230
OUTREACH DEPARTMENT
Outreach services and free phones for hearing impaired. Satellite locations are by appointment only. Please call 815-622-9230 to schedule your appointment.
WCSC BOARD MEMBERS AND OFFICERS
Karla Burn — President | Chris Nolin — Vice President
Board members: Joe Strabela-Bright, Pam Fluck, Le Hartman, John Booker, Julie Morse, Marge Sadowski, Gene Jacoby, and Butch Hannan
WHITESIDE COUNTY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION 815-625-7433
Hours: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday
Fares: No charge for stops within Whiteside County, but a suggested donation of $2 is appreciated. Out-of county trips can be arranged, subject to availability, for $4. We don’t accept Medicaid at this time.
GOLDEN ECHO: LCCOA
Survey says… FUN! A big thank you to Heritage Woods for sponsoring our Family Feud game day at the Lee County Council on Aging.
Fresh produce available every Tuesday! Stop by the Lee County Council on Aging from 9:30 a.m. until supplies last to pick up fresh produce.
GOLDEN ECHO
Weekly activities at WCSC
For the latest updates and daily activities, please go to our “Whiteside County IL Senior Center” Facebook page
Film Friday
Friday, April 10, 17 & 24 — 12:30 p.m.
We have a great lineup of films, and you can’t beat delicious, freshly popped popcorn! Computer/Techonology assistance
Monday-Thursday 8:30-11:30 a.m.
If you would like a specific appointment for one-on-one time, please call the center and speak with Neal.
Bunco
Monday, April 20 — 12:30 p.m.
Bingo
Wednesday, April 8 & 22 — 12:15 p.m.
Bingo is a blast — great prizes, great people, and lots of fun! See you there! Please bring a $1 donation for the Food Pantry. Euchre
Sign-ups start at noon and you must be here in person to sign up. Everyone is able to go through the closet weekly to get meat and other great items. We need grocery bags, so if you have any, we’ll gladly take them!
Want to try a new skill? Our quilting group is happy to lend a hand with getting started.
Line dancing
Friday, April 10, 17 & 24
Advance 10-11 a.m. |
Tai Chi
Tuesday & Wednesdays — 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Patrick Stramka will be teaching Tai Chi every Tuesday and Wednesday. This is a class to work on balance, relaxation, and exercise. Please call the Center to get on the list.
Board game bonanza
Tuesdays — 12:30 p.m.
Join us every Tuesday to play some board games, have a snack, and meet new friends. If you have a favorite game you like to play, you are more than welcome to bring that in for us to play. See you then!
Beginners 11 a.m.-noon
Our line dancing group is moving and grooving with a great group of people lately! Not too sure about dancing? Pull a chair up and watch all of the fun and listen to great music.
This group is growing and has really become a large event! This yoga class accommodates all levels of balance, intensity, and range of motion. The Center can provide a yoga mat and chair if you do not have your own. See you there!
Special Events at WCSC
Phone-friendly Friday
Fridays — 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Need some help with that pesky cell phone? Each Friday, Devon will be available to answer any questions or help with things on your iPhone or Android cell phone. No appointment needed.
Breakfast Club
Please note: There will be no Breakfast Club in April!
Make-and-take Tuesday
Tuesday, April 7 — 12:30 p.m.
Join Devon for a craft to take home or for
a gift for someone.
Trip meeting
Tuesday, April 7 — 10 a.m.
Please join us to share all of your new trip ideas and hear of the places we will be heading to in 2026!
Painting with Marge
Wednesday, April 8 & 22 — 9:30a.m.
Marge will be teaching a canvas painting class in our Big Room.
Mocktail Monday & Memory card game
Monday, April 13 — 12:30 p.m.
Tai Chi
Tuesdays &Thursdays — 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Patrick Stramka will be teaching the class. See you then!
Jeopardy
Wednesday, April 2 — 12:15 p.m.
Eat your Smarties for breakfast and head over to the Center to put your skills to the test!
Vets coffee
Friday, April 10 — 9 a.m.
Through the winter months, we will be serving coffee and donuts or coffee cake.
Wheel of Fortune
Wednesday, April 15 — 12:15 p.m.
Buy a vowel and solve our puzzle. See you then!
Board game bonanza
Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m.
Join us to play a new board game and meet new friends! Have a game you love to play and want to share it with others? Bring it on in and teach us how to play!
Join us for a yummy mocktail and a game with Devon — you won’t regret it!
Sober seniors
Monday, April 27 — noon
Seniors often need support to maintain sobriety. The Senior Center is a great place with compassionate employees who are able to interact with clients and help them get the resources they need to stay healthy and sober.
Coffee, cookies and convo
Tuesday, April 28 — 12:30 p.m.
Please join Devon for this great social event. See you there!
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Workout
Wednesday
Wednesday, April 1 — 11a.m.
Cheryl Moeller, owner of Centerstage Dance Company for 37 years, teaches a fun workout class at her studio. Full body movement and gentle workout, including some senior-friendly cardio. Alternative movements offered if needed, such as “knee-friendly” versions of a move.
Family Feud
Friday, April 3 — 11 a.m. Sponsored by Heritage Woods. Refreshments will be served.
Beginners line dance with Cheryl
Tuesday, April 7 & 21 — 11 a.m.
Scotland/Ireland trip
April 8 — 3 p.m. & Friday, April 17 — 9 a.m.
Special Events at LCCOA
Caregivers Support Group
Tuesday, April 7 — 2 p.m.
Join us for this free group, designed to provide encouragement, practical guidance, and valuable resources for family caregivers. Sponsored by Serenity Hospice.
Bingo
Friday, April 10 — 10:30 a.m.
Sponsored by Allure. Win valuable prizes and stay for lunch (lunch for those 60 and over; reservations required for lunch).
Book Club
Tuesday, April 14 — 1 p.m.
Coffee with the Mayor
Wednesday, April 15 — 9 a.m.
Enjoy conversation, a cup of coffee and donut with the mayor.
Make-and-Take
herb garden
Thursday, April 16 — 2 p.m.
Nancy Wadsworth will lead us in making our own window herb gardens — come get dirty!
Breakfast Club with Brandan
Friday, April 17 — 9 a.m.
Help Brandan as he leads a group of interested seniors in a tour of Lee County breakfast shops once a month. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and what a great way to get out into our community and make new friends — then come back to the Center to play Wheel of Fortune! The only requirement is you must be a Senior and be responsible for your own bill and transportation. RSVP to 815-288-9236.
Writers Group
Monday, April 20 — 1-3 p.m.
Writers and Want-to-Be Writers meet every third Monday, this month in the dining room at LCCOA. Bring a short life story, essay, poem, or other work to
share. Everyone is welcome!
Wheel of Fortune
Monday, April 20 — 11 a.m.
Do you enjoy solving the puzzles while watching Wheel of Fortune? Come to the Center and win prizes. (If you wish to buy vowels bring quarters!)
Refill My Cup
Tuesday, April 21 — 2 p.m. Sponsored by Addus. A practical four-part series on caregiver burnout. This professional, educational series is designed to support caregivers by addressing stress, fatigue, and burnout while offering practical strategies for balance and self-care.
Planning meeting
Thursday, April 23 — 2 p.m.
Come join us to help plan next year’s programming.
Music video bingo:
Lawrence Welk
Friday, April 24 — 10:45 a.m.
Weekly activities at LCCOA
Birthday cake
Friday, April 24 — 12:30 p.m. Sponsored by Healthcare Plus.
Blood pressure
Monday, April 27 — 10:45 a.m.12:15 p.m. p.m.Sponsored by Lee County Health Department.
Foot clinic
Tuesday, April 28
Fancy Feet will be at the Center every month to trim nails and give foot massages. Cost is $25. Call Deb at 815-213-0324 for an appointment.
Walkie Talkies
Thursday, April 30 — 2 p.m.
An informative meeting about May’s programming — come share your thoughts.
“65? Now What?”
Thursday, April 30 — 5:30 p.m.
By SHIP counselor Dianne Frye. Post House Ballroom. Get your questions answered here. Free iced tea and appetizers, and a cash bar will be available.
Daily
Transportation — 6 a.m.-5 p.m.
Call 815-288-9236 for a ride to doctor and dentist appointments, drug stores, grocery stores, hardware stores, beauty salons, barber shops and trips to the Center.
Congregate Lunches —
Noon-12:30 p.m.
Congregate meals from Lifescapes. C all the day before by 9:45 a.m. to reserve your spot. For those 60 and over.
Library & DVD library —
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Stop by and see the new donation of books and DVDs at LCCOA. Self-checkout and return to recep-
tionist policy.
NEW CD & puzzle exchange —
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Stop by and see our new donation of puzzles and CDs at LCCOA. Selfcheck out and self-return policy. Beverage Center — 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
The coffee pot is always on at the Center, along with refreshing ice water. Check out our pop fridge fundraiser for repairs needed at the Center.
Mondays
Pool Table open hours —
9 a.m.-Noon
Exercise with Brandan — Come join our free workout program!
Brandan is available to assist you
with our recumbent exercise bicycles. Thirty-minute appointments are available 10-11 a.m.
Chair yoga for seniors — 11 a.m.
Lunch — Noon-12:30 p.m. Reservations needed by 9:45 a.m. for the next day.
Rummikub — 1 p.m.
Bible study — 1 p.m.
Tuesdays
Pool table open hours —
9 a.m.-Noon
Fresh produce — 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Please bring your own bags
Lunch — Noon-12:30 p.m. Reservations needed by 9:45 a.m. for the next day.
OSF meals — 3:30 p.m. Provided
for the Lee County community.
Wednesdays
Pool table open hours —
9 a.m.-Noon
Lunch — Noon-12:30 p.m. Reservations needed before 9:45 a.m. for the next day.
Pinochle — Noon
Chair Yoga for seniors — 1 p.m.
Thursdays
Pool table open hours —
9 a.m.-Noon
Lunch — Noon-12:30 p.m. Reservations needed by 9:45 a.m. for the next day.
Chair yoga for seniors — 1 p.m. Crafters — 1 p.m.
OSF meals — 3:30 p.m. Provided for the Lee County community
Fridays
Pool table open hours —
9 a.m.-Noon
Exercise with Brandan — Come join our free workout program! Check out our new additional equipment, thanks to Lumzy Yoga! Brandan is available to assist you with our recumbent exercise bicycles. Thirty-minute appointments are available 10-11:30 a.m. Lunch — 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Reservations needed by 9:45 a.m. for the next day.
Euchre — noon
Mexican Train Dominoes — 1 p.m.
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Upcoming Trips: LCCOA
ALL SENIORS WELCOME
— MEMBERSHIP NOT REQUIRED! For more information on any of these trips, please call Lee County Council on Aging at 815-288-9236.
Mackinac Island
AUG 24-28, 2026
Cost for members: $1,104 per person for single occupancy | $905 for double | $885 for triple. Cost for non-members: $1,154 per person for single occupancy | $955 for double | $935 for triple. $75 will hold your seat, and final payment is due June 15, 2026
A five-day trip with eight meals (f breakfasts and four dinners) Highlights include: A guided tour of Mackinaw City; guided carriage tour of Mackinac Island; boat ride through Soo Locks; and visits to Mackinaw Crossings, Colonial Michilimackinac, and Northern Michigan Casino. . This is a Diamond Tours trip by motorcoach bus.
Discover Reflections of Italy
OCT. 28-NOV. 6, 2026
Cost: $5,949 per person for single occupancy | $4,949 for double | $4,899 for triple. Deposit: $698, with final payment due July 30, 2026. Rates per person are guaranteed until April 29, 2026
Ten-day trip features 12 meals (eight breakfasts, one lunch and three dinners). Highlights include: Rome, the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, Assisi, Perugia, Cortona, Florence, Chianti Winery and Cooking Class, Venice, Murano Island, and Lake Como. We will stay overnight in Rome, Perugia, Florence, Venice, and Como. This is a Collette tour.
South Pacific Wonders: Australia and New Zealand
MARCH 2 -16, 2027
Cost: $9,399 per person for single occupancy | $7,999 for double. Deposit: $698, with final payment due Aug. 28, 2026. Rates per person are guaranteed until
Sept. 4, 2026, for members and non-members.
Fifteen day trip, with 22 meals (12 breakfasts, four lunches and six dinners). Highlights include: Cairns, Great Barrier Reef glass-bottom boat and snorkeling, Sydney Harbor tour, Christchurch, Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu Cruise ETC! with optional four days in Figi. This is a Collette tour.
Alaska Discovery Land and Cruise
SEPT. 8-20, 2027
Cost: $9,899-$12,099 per person for single occupancy | $6,899-$8,399 for double. Occupancy depends on cabin choice on cruise. Deposit: $698, with final payment due by May 11, 2027. Rates per person are guaranteed until Nov. 8, 2026, for members and non-members:
Thirteen-day trip, with 28 meals (12 breakfasts, eight lunches and eight dinners). Highlights include: Sternwheeler Discovery, Music of Denali Dinner Theater, Denali National Park, Luxury Domed Rail, Hubbard Glacier, Glacier Bay, Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan, Inside Passage. This is a Collette tour.
Iceland’s Magical Northern Lights Discovery
NOV. 5-11, 2027
Cost: $5,299 per person for single occupancy | $4,499 for double | $4,449 for triple. Deposit: $698, with final payment due by Aug. 7, 2027. Rates per person are guaranteed until May 6, 2027, for members and non-members.
Seven-day trip with 11 meals (six breakfasts and five dinners). Highlights include: Reykjavík, Northern Lights Cruise, Search for the Northern Lights, Golden Circle, Thingvellir National Park, Lava Exhibition Center, Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, Blue Lagoon, Vík. This is a Collette tour.
Upcoming Trips: WCSC
ALL SENIORS WELCOME — MEMBERSHIP NOT REQUIRED!
For more information on any of these trips, call the Whiteside County Senior Center at 815-622-9230.
LeClaire, Iowa
APRIL 17
Cost: $40 for members | $60 for non-members
We will take a day trip to the beautiful Mississippi River town of LeClaire, Iowa. LeClaire offers many small shops, several restaurants, a winery, a brewery, and great river views! The bus will leave the Senior Center at 10 a.m. and return at 5 p.m.
Chicago
APRIL 28-30
Join us for a three-day, two-night stay in Chicago, with tours to Museum of Science and Industry, 360 Chicago, a Skyline Cruise on Lake Michigan, Navy Pier, Field Museum, and a night of dinner and entertainment! Please call Devon for more information!
Chicago Cubs vs. Chicago White Sox at the White Sox Stadium
MAY 15
Cost: $150 for members | $175 for non-members
We will head back to Chicago, this time at the White Sox Stadium, for a Cubs vs. Sox Game. The game is at 6:40 p.m. We will depart Sauk Valley Community College at 2 p.m. There is limited seating on the charter bus!
Celebration Belle Riverboat Tour
JUNE 11
Cost: $120 for members | $145 for non-members
Join us for lunch and a tour on the Mississippi River. The trolley will depart the Senior Center at 9 a.m. and return at 5 p.m.
