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Golden Echo

A publication of Sauk Valley Media in cooperation with Lee County Council on Aging and Whiteside County Senior Center – United Way agencies

VOLUME 18 • JUNE 2025 • EDITION 6

At the Whiteside County Senior Center ...

Healthy habits are essential to live your life to the fullest.

MOLLY AND DEVON ARE STARTING A NEW PROGRAM TO EDUCATE AND INFLUENCE HEALTHY HABITS IN SENIORS.

This class will be every Tuesday in June at 9 a.m.

OUR FREE MEAL WILL BE FRIDAY, JUNE 13, AT NOON. We are partnering with The Regional Office

of Education to help stock their school supply closet, so please bring an item such as markers, colored pencils or crayons, pencils, dry erase markers, pens, notebooks, glue sticks, folders, or zippered binders as a donation for your meal! After the meal, we will have birthday cake provided by Citadel of Sterling and karaoke! See you then!

100 W. Second St., Dixon 815-288-9236 www.leecountycouncilonaging.net and on Facebook

1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling 815-622-9230 Find us online at www.wc-seniorcenter.org & Facebook

Our first Veterans Breakfast of the year was a hit!

We had 60 Veterans as well as many spouses and volunteers!

Thank you to OnCall Imaging in Rock Falls for being our sponsor!

Our next Veterans Breakfast will be Friday, June 13, at 9 a.m., sponsored

by Castor Home Nursing.

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By Susie Welch Thank you!!

The Lee County Council on Aging extends heartfelt gratitude to the many individuals and organizations whose generous donations are helping us grow—literally and figuratively.

Thanks to the local Garden Club, our grounds are now beautifully landscaped, creating a more welcoming environment for everyone who visits.

A generous grant from the Etnyre Foundation has enabled us to purchase new computers. We’ve also acquired portable office equipment to better serve communities throughout Lee County. At the recent D8 Summit Charities, funds raised will directly

From the WCSC Executive Director

By Emily Hammer Employee of the Month Erin Sharp is our Employee of the Month! She has worked as a dispatcher for Whiteside County Public Transportation for a year and a half. She will be getting married in 2026, has two bonus children, and loves to ride her motor-

benefit our vital nutrition programs, ensuring that no senior goes hungry.

Thanks to Ken Nelson, Value Lab and Dixon Rehab for sponsoring the Adult Prom. Last, but by no means least, thanks to the Dixon Lioness’ generous donation, and all of our members.

These acts of kindness are powerful reminders that when we come together, we can truly enrich lives.

Summer kicks off with community, connection, and celebration at LCCOA There’s a buzz in the air at the Lee County Council on Aging as we get ready to welcome you to one of our biggest events of the season: The Senior Fair and Open House, on Monday, June 24, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Senior Center.

Whether you’re a long-time visitor or someone who’s been meaning to stop by, this is the perfect time to swing in and see everything LCCOA has to offer. The building will be full of activity, with booths from community partners, health screenings, give-

cycle. There is always a smile in her voice and is willing to help out at the drop of a hat. Thank you for your hard work!

Board meeting We want 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 is June 25, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. in the dining room. See you then!

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 commu-

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-

aways, and staff ready to answer questions or show you around. Grab a snack, meet new friends, and find out about the services that could make a big difference in your life, or the life of someone you love.

We believe aging well starts with staying informed and staying connected, and this event is all about that.

So mark your calendar, invite a neighbor, and come celebrate the strength and spirit of Lee County’s senior community with us!

Can’t make it to Dixon? Don’t worry, we’re coming to you. Starting this summer, LCCOA will be setting up shop around the county each month, bringing vital services to Paw Paw, Franklin Grove, Amboy, and Ashton libraries.

You’ll find us at the following libraries: Paw Paw – First Wednesday of the month, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. at 362 Chicago Road Franklin Grove – Second Wednesday , 10 a.m.7 p.m., at 112 S. Elm St. Amboy – Third Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., at 3 S. Jefferson Ave.

Ashton – Third Wednesday, 2-6:30 p.m., at 704 N. First St. You will also find us at Countryside Manor the first Tuesday of the month and at the High Rise on the fourth Tuesday of the month, from 1-4 p.m.

nity, 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!!

For any questions, please call our Outreach Department at 815-622-9230 ext. 131.

And there’s more to look forward to …

In July, we’re thrilled to host Dr. Tom Wadsworth for a special presentation on Billy Sunday’s 1905 Revival in Dixon, a truly remarkable piece of local history. Did you know over 150,000 people came to hear Billy preach, and a 3,300-seat wooden tabernacle once stood right where the Senior Center is today? Don’t miss this free event on Tuesday, July 8, at 1 p.m. at the Center.

At LCCOA, we’re always working to bring people together and make life just a little brighter. We hope to see you soon — whether it’s at the Senior Fair, at a satellite site, or simply stopping in to say hello.

See you soon ...

Susie

Caregiver tip Caring for a loved one and neglecting your own well-being can lead to burnout — but Caregiver Respite can help. Call 815-625-9230, ext. 131, for more info.

Outreach

Monthly Medicare tip

If you have any questions through the year, walk-in appointments are available from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. on Mondays.

Appointments are available on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.

Consider your medications. Part D is the plan that will cover your medications. Each plan has a list of covered medications. Our Medicare Counselors can help you find a plan that will work for you and the medications you are taking.

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.

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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CONTACT INFORMATION

DUES, DONATIONS & THANK YOUS WCSC welcomes members Philip Cantu Tammy Campos Irma Chavez Juan Chavez Ron Cronk Barb Fane Frank Fritz Jeri Fritz Beverly Decker

Sharon Dietz Deborah Goodwin Nancy Habben Donald Hay Vicki Hay Deanna Lancaster Jerry Lancaster Kathy Lane Sonia Lopez

Catherine Paone Fran Plude Henry Plude Gregory Pro Fred Rodekamp Jane Rodekamp Larry Spaulding Sue Spaulding Donna Tobey

Fred Velazquez Naomi Velazquez Shirley Walker Kurt Wessels Janet Wildman Wilbur Wildman Brigitte Wilken

Thank you to WCSC volunteers and supporters Thank you to all our volunteers who donate their time, energy, and services and those who gave monetary donations, including anonymously. A special thanks to all who partner with our Center to provide programs and activities for our seniors.

Thank you ...

Kim McMahon of Citadel Sami Wiggins of Castor Karla Burn of Resthave Chris Meier of Rock River Hospice OnCall Imaging Sauk Valley Food Bank Riverbend CGH Hospital

Nazir Qureshi Norma Medrano Butch Hannan Neal Shipley Jon Wetzell Carolyn Allen Gary Tompkins Volunteers Barber, Linda

Cantu, Adela Grams, Gloria Kollie, Marilyn Medrano, Norma Medrano, Victor Pratt, Jewelene Qureshi, Nazir Rhoades, Jeanette Sadowski, Marge

LCCOA welcomes members Renee Gilge Walter Seward Trudy Seward Bill Foster Mary Foster Larry Griffith

Charlys Griffith Eva Cowley Charlene McNinch Marlene Heckman Tri County Opportunities Council

Kathy Marine Dennis Nelson John Wohrley Jeanie Scherenberg Sherman Scherenberg

Thank you to LCCOA volunteers and supporters Thank you to all our volunteers who donated their time, energy and services and those who gave monetary and non-monetary donations. A special thank you to all the wonderful supporters of LCCOA’s clothing drive who have donated anonymously.

Kreider Center Stage Rock River Garden Club Sterling Federal Ken Nelson Value Lab Florine Bush, Joann B Sheridan, Debra Kay Stephenitch, Dianne Frye Gyrlee Kobler Tina Maldonado David Nelson Dixon Library Dixon Rehab Discover Dixon Amanda Carroll Marcus Cox

Dorie Hoft Greg Currens June Fordham Sami Wiggins Kelli Chambers Alisa Wolf Nancy Gates Nancy Wadsworth Bonnie Stradley Linda Kish Terry Christian Josie Whaley Dixon Food Pantry Glen Hughes Joe Fornero Mauren Broers Cathy Reglin Sauk Valley Food Bank

Regan Mass Transit United Way NIAAA Judi and Phil Callison Help AT Home Heritage Square Allure Lumzy Yoga Connie DeArvil Serenity Hospice Autism Center Starbucks LCCOA Outreach Dept Furology Pet Spa 301 North Post House Ballroom LCCOA Transportation The Holloway family

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 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE & OFFICERS Dianne Frye — Chair | Marcus Cox — Vice chair Dorie Hoft — Treasurer | Kelli Chambers — Board Secretary Committee members: Amanda Carroll, Greg Currens, June Fordham, Sami Wiggins, 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.

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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 | Julie Morse — Vice President Paul Ahrens — Secretary | Mark Godsil — Treasurer Board members: Butch Hannan, Gene Jacoby, Lyndi LeMay, Chris Nolin, Marge Sadowski, John Booker 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.

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Weekly activities at LCCOA

Daily

Transportation — 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Call 815-288-9236 for a ride to doctor and dentist appointments, stores, beauty salons, barber shops and trips to the Center.

Congregate Lunches — Noon-12:30 p.m.

Congregate meals from Lifescapes for those age 60 and over. Call the day before by 10:45 a.m. to reserve your spot Library — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Stop by and see the new donation of books at LCCOA, courtesy of Dixon Public Library. Self-checkout and return to receptionist policy.

DVD library — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Stop by and see the new DVDs at LCCOA, courtesy of Kreider. Self-checkout and return policy.

Beverage Center — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The coffee pot is always on at the Center, along with refreshing ice water. Check out our pop fridge fundraiser for accessibility repairs needed at the Center.

Mondays

Bingocize – Lifescapes will lead an exercise, with Bingo, from 9-9:30 a.m.

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 to 12:30 p.m. Reservations needed by 10:45 a.m. for the next day.

Rummikub — 1 p.m.

Tuesdays

Pool table open hours — 9 a.m. to noon

Fresh produce — 9:30-10:30 a.m. Please bring your own bags.

Lunch — Noon to 12:30 p.m. Reservations needed by 10:45 a.m. for the next day.

OSF Meals — Provided for Lee County Community, from 3:45 to 4 p.m.

Wednesdays

Lunch — Noon to 12:30 p.m. Reservations needed before 10:45 a.m. for the next day.

Pool table open hours — 1-3 p.m.

Chair Yoga for seniors — 1 p.m.

Thursdays

Pool table open — 9 a.m. to noon Walkie-Talkers Walking Club — 10 a.m.

Meet at the Center Lunch — Noon to 12:30 p.m. Reservations needed by 10:45 a.m. for the next day.

Chair yoga for seniors — 1 p.m.

Crafters — 1 p.m.

OSF meals — Provided for Lee County community from 3:45 to 4 p.m.

Fridays

Bingocize – Lifescapes will lead an exercise, with Bingo, from 9-9:30 a.m.

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. to 12:30 p.m.

Reservations needed by 10:45 a.m. for the next day.

Euchre — 12:15 p.m.

Mexican Train Dominoes — 1 p.m.

Weekly activities at WCSC For the latest updates and daily activities, please go to our “Whiteside County IL Senior Center” Facebook page

Bible study

Monday, June 2 & 16 at 1 p.m.

Pastor Chris has been having a great turnout for this new group. This group is nondenominational and open to anyone — come one, come all, the more the merrier!

Film Friday

Friday, June 6, 13, 20 & 27 at 12:30 p.m.

We have a great lineup of films, and you can’t beat delicious fresh popped popcorn!

Computer/technology 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, June 9 & 23 at 12:30 p.m.

Bingo

Wednesday, June 11 at 12:15 p.m.

With Sami from Castor Home Nursing Wednesday, June 25 at 12:15 p.m.

With Lyssa from Heritage Woods Bingo is a hit! Great prizes, great people, and lots of fun! Please bring a $1 donation for the Food Pantry. See you there!

Euchre

Tuesday, June 3, 10, 17, and 24 from 12:15-3:45 p.m.

Foot clinic

Wednesday, June 4 & 11 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Please call Deb at 815-213-0324 or Sharon at 815-718-5294 to set up an appointment.

Food pantry

Every Thursday from 1-3 p.m.

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 things! We are needing grocery bags; if you have any you don’t need, we’ll take them!

Hand and Foot card game Thursday, June 5, 12, & 26 from 12:30-3:45 p.m.

This will take place in the dining room.

Knitting Club

Tuesday, June 3, 10, 17 & 24 from 12:30-3:45 p.m.

Learn to Quilt

Monday, June 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 from 1-3 p.m.

Wanting to try a new skill? Our Quilting Group is happy to lend a hand with getting started!

Line dancing

Friday, June 6, 13, 20, & 27 Advance classes 10-11 a.m.

Beginners classes 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 up a chair up and watch all of the fun and listen to great music!

Mexican Train Dominoes Friday, June 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 12:30-3:45 p.m.

Pinochle

Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 12:30-3:45 p.m.

Pool table

Tuesdays from 1-3:45 p.m.

Wednesdays from 9 a.m.-noon Thursdays from 1-3:45 p.m.

Yoga

Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10-11 a.m.

This group is growing and has 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!

Jeopardy

Wednesday, June 4, at 12:15 p.m.

Eat your Smarties for breakfast and head over to the Center to put your skills to the test! Please bring a $1 donation for the Food Pantry.

Vets breakfast

Friday, June 13, at 9 a.m.

Please join us for biscuits and gravy, sponsored by Castor Home Nursing. Thank you for your service!

Wheel of Fortune

Wednesday, June 18, at 12:15 p.m.

With Kim from Citadel and Chris Meier from Rock River Hospice. Please bring a $1 donation for the Food Pantry.

Board game bonanza

Tuesday at 12:30 p.m.

Join us every Tuesday 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 in and teach us how to play!

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Upcoming Trips: LCCOA

ALL SENIORS WELCOME — MEMBERSHIP NOT REQUIRED! For more information on any of these trips, 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. please call Lee County Council on Aging at 815-288-9236.

Mt.Rushmore Rushmore and and Black Black Hills Hills Mt.

OCT.5-11, 5-11,2025 2025 OCT. Trip includes: Six nights’ lodging, fourdinners dinnersaavisit visit to to Mt. Mt. Trip includes: Six nights’ lodging, four Rushmore National Memorial, a tour of Wildlife Loop Road at Rushmore National Memorial, a tour of Wildlife Loop Road at Custer State Park, a guided tour of Deadwood, gaming at a Custer State Park, a guided tour of Deadwood, gaming at a DeadwoodCasino, Casino,and andaavisit visitCrazy CrazyHorse HorseMemorial Memorial and and Deadwood Badlands National Park.

Badlands National Park.

Singleoccupancy: occupancy:$1,218 $1,218for formembers/ members/ Single $1,268 for non-members $1,268 for non-members Doubleoccupancy: occupancy:$989 $989for formembers/ members/ Double $1,039 for non-members $1,039 for non-members Tripleoccupancy: occupancy:$969 $969for formembers/ members/ Triple $1,019 for non-members $1,019 for non-members

MyrtleBeach Beach Show Show Trip Trip Myrtle

DEC.6-14, 6-14,2025 2025 DEC. Trip includes evening shows: “Legends Concert”at at the the Trip includes evening shows: “Legends ininConcert” AlabamaTheatre, Theatre,“Music “MusicMemories” Memories”atatthe theGreg GregRolwes Rolwes Alabama Legacy Theatre, “Le Grande Cirque” at Broadway Theater, Legacy Theatre, “Le Grande Cirque” at Broadway Theater, and“The “TheMan ManofofaaThousand ThousandVoices” Voices”atatAsher AsherTheatre.

Theatre. Also Also and enjoy Barefoot Landing, shopping, dining, and enjoy Barefoot Landing, shopping, dining, and entertainment.Visit VisitMyrtle MyrtleBeach BeachBoardwalk Boardwalkand and entertainment.

Promenade.

Promenade.

Singleoccupancy: occupancy:$1,564 $1,564for formembers/ members/ Single $1,614 for non-members $1,614 for non-members Doubleoccupancy: occupancy:$1,239 $1,239for formembers/ members/ Double $1,289 for non-members $1,289 for non-members Tripleoccupancy occupancy$1,219 $1,219for formembers/ members/ Triple $1,269 for non-members $1,269 for non-members

Spotlight on on New New York Spotlight York City City

SEPT. 4-8, 4-8, 2025 2025 SEPT. Trip include: four nights’ lodging, Trip include: four nights’ lodging, two two dinners dinners and and two two Broadway shows.

Stay at Sheraton New York Times Broadway shows. Stay at Sheraton New York Times Square, Square, take aa guided guided tour tour of of the the Big Big Apple, Apple, Greenwich take Greenwich village village and and the Wall Wall Street Street district. district. Enjoy Enjoy aa ferry ferry cruise the cruise of of New New York York Harbor, Statue Statue of of Liberty Liberty and and Ellis Ellis Island; Harbor, Island; visit visit the the 9/11 9/11 Museum, and do some shopping.

Museum, and do some shopping.

Cost for for reservations: reservations: Cost $4,349 for for single single occupancy occupancy $4,349 $3,549 for double occupancy $3,549 for double occupancy $3,519 for triple occupancy. $3,519 for triple occupancy.

Exploring Scotland Scotland and Exploring and Ireland Ireland

MAY 4-28, 4-28, 2026 2026 MAY Trip includes: 13 days and 12 nights (in Edinburgh, Trip includes: 13 days and 12 nights (in Edinburgh, Inverness, Inverness, Glasgow, Belfast, Derry, and Dublin), Glasgow, Belfast, Derry, and Dublin), and and 19 19 meals. meals.

Highlights include: include: Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Edinburgh Edinburgh Castle, Highlights Castle, St. St. Andrews, Lock Ness Cruise, Urquhart Castle, Distillery Andrews, Lock Ness Cruise, Urquhart Castle, Distillery Visit, Visit, Glasgow, Belfast, Titanic Titanic Museum, Museum, Giant’s Giant’s Causeway, Glasgow, Belfast, Causeway, Derry, Derry, Sheepdog demonstration, demonstration, Cider Cider Farm Farm tour, Sheepdog tour, Dublin.

Dublin. On On the the seventh day, day, we we will will ferry ferry across across the the Irish seventh Irish Sea Sea from from Scotland Scotland to Ireland!

Ireland! An An email email is is going going out out to to our to our travelers travelers about about this this trip.

If you want to get on our email list, let us know trip. If you want to get on our email list, let us know at at trips@leecoaging.org. trips@leecoaging.org.

Rates until until Nov. Nov. 15 15 for for members members and Rates and non-members: non-members: Single occupancy: $7,349 Single occupancy: $7,349 Double occupancy: occupancy: $6,149 Double $6,149 Triple occupancy: Triple occupancy: $6,049 $6,049

Watch for for an an Italy Italy trip in fall 2026!

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Upcoming Trips: WCSC ALL ALL SENIORS SENIORSWELCOME WELCOME — MEMBERSHIP NOT — MEMBERSHIP NOTREQUIRED! REQUIRED! For For more more information informationon onany anyof ofthese these trips, call the Whiteside County trips, call the Whiteside County Senior SeniorCenter Centerat at 815-622-9230.

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Drury Drury Lane Lane Theatre Theatre presents: presents: “Always “Always … … Patsy Patsy Cline” Cline”

WEDNESDAY, WEDNESDAY,JUNE JUNE18 18 Cost: $135 for members Cost: $135 for members $155 $155for fornon-members non-members The bus will depart The bus will departSauk SaukValley ValleyCollege Collegeatat 9:30 a.m. and arrive back at 6 9:30 a.m. and arrive back at 6p.m. p.m.

Chicago Chicago architecture architecture boat boat tour tour THURSDAY, THURSDAY,JULY JULY17 17 Cost: $125 for members Cost: $125 for members $150 $150for fornon-members non-members The bus will The bus will depart departSauk SaukValley Valley Community Community College Collegeat at99a.m. a.m.and andarrive arrive back to the College at 7 p.m. back to the College at 7 p.m.

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Engagements, weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and other special events

For more information: call 815-632-2566 | e-mail celebration@saukvalley.com

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Special Events at LCCOA

Caregivers Support Group Tuesday, June 3, at 2 p.m.

Workout Wednesday

Wednesday, June 4, at 11 a.m.

Cheryl Moeller, owner of Centerstage Dance Company for 37 years, teaches a fun workout class at her studio. The full body movement and gentle workout includes some senior-friendly cardio. Alternative movements offered if needed, such as knee-friendly versions of a move.

Family Feud

Friday, June 6, at 11 a.m.

Sponsored by Dixon Rehab

Free community breakfast Friday, June 13, at 10 a.m.

Reservation required

Bingo

Friday, June 13 at 10:30 a.m.

Sponsored by Allure. Win valuable prizes and stay for lunch for those 60 and over (reservations required for lunch).

Writers Group

Monday, June 16 at 1 p.m.

Writers and aspiring writers meet the third Monday of each month from 1-3 p.m. in the dining room at LCCOA. Bring a short life story, essay, poem, or other work to share. Everyone is welcome!

Tech Corner

Tuesday, June 17 from 1-3 p.m.

Call Aaliyah for appointment — she is done with college!

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 that you must be a senior and be responsible for your own bill and transportation. RSVP to 815-288-9236.

Senior Fair

Coffee with the mayor

Tuesday, June 24 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Beginners line dance with Cheryl

Friday June 27 at 11 a.m.

Sponsored by Heritage Square. A great opportunity to win prizes by guessing the price of the items without going over! Immediately after we will serve lunch to those 60 and over (reservations required for lunch).

Wednesday, June 18 at 9 a.m.

Enjoy conversation, a cup of coffee and donut with the mayor.

Wednesday, June 18, at 11 a.m.

Wheel of Fortune

Price is Right

Birthday cake

Friday, June 20 at 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!

Breakfast Club with Brandan

Friday, June 20 at 9 a.m.

Help Brandan as he leads a group of interested seniors in a tour of Lee County breakfast shops once a month.

Friday, June 27 at 12:30 p.m.

Sponsored by At Home

Foot clinic

Tuesday, July 22 Fancy Feet will be at the Center this month to trim nails and give foot massages. Cost is $25. Call Deb at 815-2130324 for and appointment.

Special Events at WCSC For the latest updated and daily activities, please go to the Whiteside County Senior Center Facebook page.

NEW — Board game bonanza

Tuesdays at 13:30 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!

Phone-friendly Friday

Fridays from 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Need help with that pesky cell phone? Devon will answer questions or help with things on your iPhone or Android cell phone! No appointment needed!

Bible study

Monday, June 2 & 16 at 1 p.m.

This will be led by Pastor Chris.

NEW — Healthy habits

Tuesday, June 3, 10, 17 & 24 at 9 a.m.

Join us for this new program!

Intro to Paint

Tuesday June 11 and 25 at 10 a.m.

Please join Marge for an Intro to Paint course!

Mocktail Monday and Memory card game

Monday, June 2, at 12:30 p.m..

Join us for a yummy Mocktail and a game with Devon, you won’t regret it!

Breakfast Club

Friday, June 6 at 9 a.m.

Meet at Hardees in Rock Falls. We have a great group of people in this group, but we are always looking to grow and form new friendships! We hope to see you there!

Make-and-Take Tuesday

Tuesday, June 10, at 12:30 p.m.

Looking to make some new decorations, friends, or ideas?

Join us for an afternoon of fun with Devon!

Trip meeting

Tuesday, June 10 at 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 2025!

Free meal Friday, June 13 at noon We will serve a FREE meal — a donation of school supplies is all you need to get your meal this month. Bring your best singing voice as we will be serving birthday cake from Citadel while we sing karaoke after the meal!

WCSC CLOSED We will be close on Thursday, June 19, for Juneteenth

NEW — Sober seniors Monday, June 23, at noon We are starting a new group, Sober Seniors.

Empowerment, encouragement, and the opportunity to hold each other accountable is the focus of our group!

Coffee, cookies and convo Tuesday, June 24 at 13:30 p.m.

Please join Devon and our other members for this great social event . See you then!

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