2024 Stay Active Newsletter - January - March

WHEELING PARK DISTRICT

STAY ACTIVE

NEWSLETTER

January - March Edition

Volume 5, Issue 1 SPECIAL EVENTS

TRIPS

LUNCH EVENTS/MENU

PROGRAMS & BINGO

PICKLEBALL

HEALTH & FITNESS

WELCOME Stay Active is a quarterly publication for active adults designed to bring you news about activities, events and trips. Our goal is to provide you with lots of social and active options to fill your days with memorable experiences.

NEED A RIDE TO THE CRC? Wheeling Township offers bus service for Wheeling Township residents Monday through Friday, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Call 847-259-7743 between the hours of 9:00 am and 1:30 pm to schedule transportation.

Reservations should be made two days before the travel date.

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CONTACT US EVENTS, TRIPS & DROP-IN

Bella Licciardello Allen ilicciardello@wheelingparkdistrict.com 847-465-2940

LUNCH EVENTS / MENU Jesus Delgado 847-650-0650

PICKLEBALL

Katie Klemke kklemke@wheelingparkdistrict.com 847-465-2317

HEALTH & FITNESS

Beth Harrington bharrington@wheelingparkdistrict.com 847-465-7673

Wheeling Park District is not a sponsor of the activities represented in these ads

COMMUNITY EVENTS EASTER BRUNCH

Location: Chevy Chase Country Club

Enjoy a wonderful breakfast spread and visit with the Easter Bunny at our annual Easter Brunch. Kids ages 2 - 12 enjoy an egg hunt during each seating! Prepaid reservations are required.

Register at www.chevychasecountryclub.com DAY

DATE

TIME

Sunday

3/31

11:30 am - 2:00 pm

AGE

FEE

0-5

Free

6 - 17

$16.95

18+

$27.95

EARTH DAY

Location: Heritage Park Performance Pavilion Celebrate Earth Day with the whole family! Take a nature walk, learn about all the beautiful wildlife Wheeling has to offer, view live animals up close, and plant seeds at the beautiful butterfly garden. Exhibitors are on hand to present information on the environment and answer all your questions about how to make our planet a better place.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

FEE

All Ages

Sunday

4/21

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Free

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TRIPS RIVERS CASINO & SHOPPING

Location: Des Plaines, IL Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Spend the day at the casino and fashion outlets! Participants may choose to enjoy going to either location at their leisure.

Lunch is not included in the price of this trip.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Tuesday

1/30

9:30 am - 5:00 pm

$10 / $15

112551-01

HIGH TEA WITH GERRI

Location: Long Grove, IL Registration Deadline: One Week Prior High tea is inspired by British classics - an artful array of finger sandwiches, scones, and petite pastries - a menu that represents authenticity. Dressy attire is encouraged and hats are provided by Gerri's. Lunch will last 60-90 minutes and after there will be an hour to explore downtown Long Grove.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Thursday

2/22

10:15 am - 2:30 pm

$62 / $68

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LITTLE TRAVELER

Location: Geneva, IL Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Spend the day exploring the many shops within Little Traveler.

Lunch will take place within the cafe and is included in the price of the trip. There will be time to explore downtown Geneva.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Tuesday

3/12

9:45 am - 4:00 pm

$25 / $30

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ILLINOIS HOLOCAUST MUSEUM

Location: Skokie, IL Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Participants will take a 45-minute docent lead tour and lunch provided by Once Upon a Deli.

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AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Thursday

3/28

11:15 am - 3:30 pm

$32 / $38

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ADULT ART CLASSES DIY GREETING CARDS

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Spend the morning creating greeting cards. All designs that are available will be based on our current season. This class will be run by an instructor to help you put together your artwork!

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Saturday

2/17

10:00 - 11:15 am

$8 / $10

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55+

Friday

3/8

10:00 - 11:15 am

$8 / $10

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WATER COLOR FOR BEGINNERS

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior This introductory watercolor class is taught by an instructor.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

55+

Friday

2/23

10:00 - 11:30 am

$10 / $12

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55+

Friday

3/29

10:00 - 11:30 am

$10 / $12

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WREATH MAKING CLASS

Location: Chevy Chase Country Club Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Create this one-of-a-kind wreath by using hand-dyed Sola Wood flowers accessorizing with greens and spring accessories.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

21+

Wednesday

4/17

6:30 - 8:00 pm

$65 / $75

101102-05

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LUNCH EVENTS

Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling

NEW YEAR PARTY - EDIZON DAYAO Tuesday, January 2 Get Ready to Celebrate the New Year with Edizon Dayao’s Soulful Performance Edizon Dayao’s charismatic personality and soulful voice make him the perfect choice to kick off your new year’s festivities. Enjoy listening to him perform classic hits that are synonymous with the holiday season. Mark your calendars now and get ready to ring in the new year with a bang!

FUN AT THE BEACH - JEFF RUTER Wednesday, January 10 Get ready to soak up the sun and groove to the beats of the 50s and 60s with the newest addition to our lunch program, Jeff Rutter!

GIVE MY REGARDS TO BROADWAY - HEATHER BROUDAKIS Wednesday, January 31 Join us on a journey through time to explore the history of Broadway and its enduring appeal. Step into the shoes of your favorite characters and relive unforgettable tales from the beginning until now. Don’t miss out - register today!

THE ROOTS OF AMERICANA - STEVE JUSTMAN Wednesday, February 7 Take a Musical Journey Through the Decades! Experience the best of Vintage Folk, Country, Pop, Early Rock & Roll, and Rockabilly hits from the 1920s to the 1970s! Our ever-growing repertoire and changing program presentation will keep you captivated. Discover the story of American pop music and how its branches intertwine with Steve Justman.

VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATION - RANDY MCALLISTER Wednesday, February 14 Love is in the air! Join us for a heartwarming Valentine’s Day celebration with Randy McAllister as he serenades you with timeless classics like “My Funny Valentine,” “You Make Me Feel So Young,” “My Girl,” and more! Get ready to rock and roll with “Blue Suede Shoes” and “La Bamba”.

MOTOWN LOVE - FRANK LEE Wednesday, February 21 Dust off your dancing shoes and get ready to boogie! Frank Lee is back and he’s bringing the ultimate funkadelic party with him. We’re talking the grooviest Mo-town hits and sweet tunes that will have you moving and shaking.

KISS ME, I’M IRISH - HEATHER BROUDAKIS Friday, March 8 Sway along to timeless Celtic melodies like Danny Boy, My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean, and When Irish Eyes are Smiling. Heather Broudakis voice will have you feeling the luck of the Irish in no time.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION - DON REITSMA Thursday, March 14 Get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Don Reitsman and a whole lot of Irish shenanigans! It’s going to be a sham-rocking’ good time!

RING IN SPRING! - DAVE RICE Tuesday, March 19 Get ready to bust out your dancin’ shoes and welcome Spring with a bang alongside Dave Rice! This keyboardist and vocalist extraordinaire knows how to play all the chart-topping tunes from the 1940s to the 1970s. Let’s groove to the rhythm of “Great Balls of Fire,” “YMCA,” “Let the Good Times Roll,” “Have I Told You Lately,” “Johnny Be Good,” and more!

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Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling

Meal Pick Up Option

Location:

•

•

Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am

LUNCH MENU

Community Recreation Center Room 107

Dine-In Option

Additional Guidelines:

• •

• Please register for meals one week in advance by calling Dining Coordinator, Jesus Delgado at 847-650-0650 or Social Services at 847-459-2606

Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Events: 12:00 - 1:00 pm

Cost • •

• No walk-ins will be accepted

60 and older: $5 (suggested donation) 59 and younger: $8

• In order to participate in events, participants must register for a meal in advance.

JANUARY

Menu is subject to change without notice.

MONDAY

TUESDAY 1

CLOSED HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2 Spaghetti & Meatball Marinara

8 Hot Roast Beef

15 Sliced Bavarian Style Bratwurst

22

WEDNESDAY

9 BBQ Riblet

Shaved Pork W/ Mediterranean Sauce

10 Roast Turkey W/ Cheddar Ale Sauce

16 Chicken Chardonnay

Slow Roasted Beef/Gravy

23 Turkey Pot Roast / Gravy

29 Baked Meatloaf W/

30 BBQ Pulled Pork

Country Gravy

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THURSDAY

FRIDAY

4 Baked Chicken & Gravy

5 Citrus Alaskan Pollock

11 Western Eggs

17

12 Chicken Breast Parmesan

18

19 Baked Pollock W/Lemon Butter Sauce

24

25

26

Spaghetti & Meatball Marinara

Chicken Tenders in Country Chicken Gravy

Surimi Crab Alfredo

Veal Marsala

Texas Chili

31 Maple Mustard Glazed Chicken Thigh

Lunch Event (See page 5 for more information.)

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LUNCH MENU FEBRUARY

Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling

Lunch Event (See page 5 for more information.)

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY 1

2 Swedish Meatballs/Gravy

8

9 Classic Lasagna W/meat sauce

Cheese Omelette

5 Roast Pork & Gravy

12 Roast Turkey & Gravy

6 Cheddar Broccoli Chicken & Rice Casserole

7 Salisbury Steak/ Gravy

13 Spaghetti & Meatball Marinara

14 Shaved Pork W/ Mediterranean Sauce

15 Baked Chicken & Gravy

20

21

22

19 CLOSED

BBQ Riblet

Roast Turkey W/ Cheddar Ale Sauce

PRESIDENT’S DAY

26 Sliced Bavarian Style Bratwurst

MARCH

MONDAY

27

Hot Dog

Western Eggs

28

16 Citrus Alaskan Pollock

23 Chicken Breast Parmesan

29

Chicken Chardonnay

Texas Chili

Veal Marsala

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY 1 Baked Pollock W/Lemon Butter Sauce

4 Slow Roasted Beef/Gravy

11 Baked Meatloaf W/Country Gravy

18 Roast Pork & Gravy

25 Roast Turkey & Gravy

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5 Turkey Pot Roast / Gravy 12 BBQ Pulled Pork

6 Spaghetti & Meatball Marinara

7 Chicken Tenders in Country Chicken Gravy

8 Surimi Crab Alfredo Penne Pasta

13

14

15

Cheese Omelette

Swedish Meatballs/Gravy

21

22

Maple Mustard Glazed Chicken Thigh

19

20

Cheddar Broccoli Chicken & Rice Casserole

Salisbury Steak/ Gravy

26

27

Spaghetti & Meatball Marinara

Shaved Pork W/ Mediterranean Sauce

Hot Dog

Classic lasagna w/meat sauce

28 Baked Chicken & Gravy

29 Citrus Alaskan Pollock

DROP-IN VOLUNTEER CRAFT GROUP Location: CRC Room 210

This group meets every week to work on a variety of craft projects for the community.

AGE

DAY

TIME

FEE

55+

Monday

12:30 - 2:30 pm

Free

STITCH AND ITCH

Location: CRC Room 206 Be social while you stitch.

AGE

DAY

TIME

FEE

55+

Tuesday

12:30 - 3:00 pm

Free

PICKLEBALL BEGINNER PICKLEBALL LESSONS

Location: CRC Commit to learning the game of Pickleball with other beginners for 5 weeks. Players will learn the basics of pickleball including stroke mechanics, how to serve, volley, dink, hit a 3rd drop shot, drive, score, and more in drill and game - based scenarios. By the end of the session, players will know the proper pickleball etiquette, strategy of the game, and have the confidence to participate in drop - in pickleball programs. All equipment will be provided. All participants must commit to the entire session.

AGE

DAY

18+ 18+

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

Wednesday 1/31 - 2/28

8:30 - 9:30 am

$60 / $70

Full Class 103212-01

Wednesday 4/3 - 5/1

8:30 - 9:30 am

$60 / $70

103212-02

ADVANCED BEGINNER PICKLEBALL LESSONS

Location: CRC This class is for advancing beginners who have some experience and want to continue to improve their pickleball game. Players will participate in drills and work on consistency in forehand and backhand shots, serving, volleying, dinks, and lobs. Players will learn the strategy and ball placement and work on a softer game which will help take their game to the next level by learning to play smarter, not harder. All equipment will be provided. All participants must commit to the entire session.

AGE

DAY

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

18+

Wednesday 2/7 - 28

DATE

7:30 - 8:30 am

$60 / $70

103212-03

18+

Wednesday 2/7 - 28

8:30 - 9:30 am

$60 / $70

Full Class

18+

Wednesday 4/3 - 24

7:30 - 8:30 am

$60 / $70

103212-05

18+

Wednesday 4/3 - 24

8:30 - 9:30 am

$60 / $70

103212-06

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BINGO BIRTHDAY PARTY BINGO

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Join us for 10 games of bingo with exciting prizes and themed treats.

DAY

DATE

TIME

FEE

CODE

Wednesday

1/24

1:00 - 3:00 pm

$8

112553-01

VALENTINE’S DAY BINGO

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Join us for 10 games of bingo with exciting prizes and themed treats.

DAY

DATE

TIME

FEE

CODE

Wednesday

2/14

1:00 - 3:00 pm

$8

112553-02

ST. PATRICK’S DAY BINGO

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Join us for 10 games of bingo with exciting prizes and themed treats.

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DAY

DATE

TIME

FEE

CODE

Wednesday

3/13

1:00 - 3:00 pm

$8

312553-03

HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER As Wellness Manager, Beth Harrington is committed to helping you find your path to health and wellness. If you need assistance reaching your fitness goals or have questions about fitness services or wellness programs, please contact Beth at: bharrington@wheelingparkdistrict.com 847-465-7673

GET REIMBURSED FOR WORKING OUT

ACTIVE ADULT GROUP CLASSES

In addition to Silver Sneakers and Renew Active, the Wheeling Park District Health & Fitness Center participates in Prime and Healthy Contributions reimbursements.

Check our website for the most current Group Exercise class schedule or stop by our Health & Fitness Center.

Many healthcare providers offer discounts, or even full reimbursements for gym memberships.

Call your insurance company today to find out if you are eligible.

The Wheeling Health & Fitness Center offers Silver Sneakers, Stay Fit, Zumba Gold, and Aqua Fit classes with a Health & Fitness Center Membership.

Contact Beth Harrington for more information at 847-465-7673.

WHEELING WALKS

Commit to 30 minutes of daily activity, and walking is an easy way to do that! Enjoy the beautiful path around Lake Heritage with friends. For further information or updates, please contact Beth Harrington at bharrington@wheelingparkdistrict.com AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

FEE

All

Saturday

Year Round

9:30 am

Free

To view the full list of Health & Fitness Center winter events, visit www.wheelinghealthfitnesscenter.com LAP/OPEN SWIM See the Indoor Pool schedule at www.wheelingparkdistrict.com.

DAILY ADMISSION General .......................................................... $8.00 Youth (3-9 years) ................................. $7.00 Seniors (62 years +) ........................... $7.00 Children (2 years & under) .......... FREE

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