Active Adults January - March

WHEELING PARK DISTRICT

STAY ACTIVE NEWSLE TTER January - March Edition

SPECIAL EVENTS

LUNCH EVENTS/MENU

Volume 4, Issue 1

TRIPS

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 help you feel welcome and provide you with lots of social and active options to fill your days with memorable experiences.

Bella Licciardello Allen is the Recreation Services Manager at the Wheeling Park District. Bella is all about helping adults stay active and engaged. If you have any questions about activities, events, trips or programs, contact Bella.

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Looking to Resume Drop-In Programs at the CRC? Please contact Bella and let her know what activities interest you.

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 847-2597743 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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ilicciardello@wheelingparkdistrict.com 847-465-2940

4 Easy Ways to Register Walk-In

Community Recreation Center (CRC) 100 Community Boulevard, Wheeling

Online

www.wheelingparkdistrict.com

Phone

847-465-3333

Mail-In

Mail completed registration form and payment.

SPECIAL EVENTS BINGO

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Join us for Bingo! Play 10 games for the chance to win exciting prizes! Pre-registration required.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

FEE

CODE

55+

Wednesday

1/26

1:00 - 3:00 pm

$8

112553-01

55+

Wednesday

2/16

1:00 - 3:00 pm

$8

112553-02

55+

Wednesday

3/16

1:00 - 3:00 pm

$8

112553-03

COMMUNITY EVENTS FAMILY BINGO NIGHT

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 1/20 Spend an evening with family and friends playing bingo and winning prizes. Everyone attending must pre-register for this event.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

3+

Friday

1/21

6:30 - 8:30 pm

$6/$8

113620-01

WINTERFEST

Location: Heritage Park Join us for WinterFest 2022! Plans are underway for a funfilled winter event at Heritage Park. Activities include (weather permitting) penguin egg-hunt, winter games, arts and crafts, and more.

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE

All Ages

Sunday

1/23

1:00 - 4:00 pm

FREE

DADDY DAUGHTER LUAU

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 2/28 Come dressed in your best Hawaiian outfit and get ready to dance the night away! Dads, grandfathers, uncles, and best gentleman friends and their special girl(s) will remember this time together. This luau-themed event includes a pizza dinner, dessert table, and fun games. *Per Couple AGE DAY 3+

DATE TIME

Friday 3/4

6:30 - 8:30 pm

R/NR FEE*

CODE

$38 / $48

113606-01

Additional Child: $15 113606-02

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LUNCH EVENTS

Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling

NEW YEAR’S ROCK-N-ROLL EVE Wednesday, January 12

Rock and roll your way into the New Year in classic Dick Clark style with your favorite ‘50s and New Year’s Eve music and learn about the history of our celebration with Heather Braoudakis.

AWESOME AUSTRALIA Tuesday, January 18

With a tapestry of original photographs and a deep well of stories, world traveler Brian Michalski shares his experiences backpacking and working for 10 months in the Land Down Under. His visits to exotic destinations, including the Australian Outback, Great Barrier Reef and Tasmania, offer a look into the country’s fascinating history, grand traditions, chic urban life, charming slang, deadly animals and Aboriginal influences.

MUSICAL MEMORIES: THE POWER OF A SONG Tuesday, January 25

Guitarist Steve Justman performs a variety of Hit Parade oldies, early rock and roll, love songs, classic country and vintage music. He is definitely an audience favorite!

VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATION Monday, February 14

Be our Valentine’s Day date! Love is in the air at this party when Edizon Dayao performs a variety of romantic songs and fun music for all to enjoy.

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REGARDS TO BROADWAY Wednesday, February 23

From Showboat to Phantom, My Fair Lady to Cats, and everything in between, learn how Broadway became what it is today. Step into your favorite characters and stories from the beginnings of musical theater to the present. Spend a delightful afternoon singing along with Heather Braoudakis.

MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION Monday, February 28

Mardi Gras is French for Fat Tuesday, referring to the last night of eating richer, fatty foods before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season begins. Celebrate with Sandi Haynes as she sings a little jazz, R&R, Latin Disco and more.

FEELING GROOVY

Wednesday, March 9 Heather Braoudakis takes us on a musical trip back to the “feeling groovy” days of the 1960s. Relive the wonderful tunes of Burt Bacharach, the Mamas and the Papas, the Fifth Dimension, Neil Sedaka and more.

ST. PATRICK’S CELEBRATION Thursday, March 10

Wear your green or risk getting pinched by a leprechaun! In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, Anna Bell O’ Shea sings classic Celtic tunes for the Irish in all of us.

GOLDEN AGE OF HOLLYWOOD Tuesday, March 29

Martina Mathisen, educational entertainer, presents The Golden Age of Hollywood with Louella Parsons. The scintillating stories and scandals of the actors, actresses, and studio moguls during this captivating time in movie history headline this fascinating presentation.

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JANUARY LUNCH MENU Meal Pick up- 9:45 am - 10:45 am Dine In- 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Lunch Events 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Dine-in and pick up meals for $5 (Suggested donation) 59 and younger meals $8 One choice per day.

MONDAY

Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling

Please register for meals one week in advance by calling Jesus 847-650-0650 or 847-459-2606. No walk-ins will be accepted.

NOTICE TO ALL LUNCH PARTICIPANTS For your health and safety, if School District 214 and/or 21 are closed because of severe weather, the programs and events at the Wheeling Park District Community Recreation Center also will be canceled. The CRC will be open for operations unless there is a mandated closure.

When in doubt, before venturing out, please call us at 847-459-2606.

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

3

4

THURSDAY

5

FRIDAY 6

7

Roast Turkey &

Spaghetti

Shaved Pork w/

Baked Chicken &

Citrus Alaskan

Gravy

& Meatball

Mediterranean

Gravy

Pollock

Marinara

Sauce

10 Hot Roast Beef

11 BBQ Riblet

12

13

14

Roast Turkey w/

Western Strata

Chicken Breast

Cheddar Ale

Bake

Parmesan

Sauce Heather Braoudakis

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18

Sliced Bavarian

Chicken

Style Bratwurst

Chardonnay

19 Texas Chili

20

21 Baked Pollock w/

Veal Marsala

Lemon Butter Sauce

Brian Michalski

24

25

26

27

28

Slow Roasted

Turkey Pot Roast /

Spaghetti &

Chicken Tenders

Surimi Crab

Beef/Gravy

Gravy

Meatball Marinara

in Country

Alfredo

Steve Justman

Chicken Gravy

Nutrition Information Scan QR Code

31 Baked Meatloaf w/ Country Gravy

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https://tinyurl.com/ WPDNutrition

Choice Days

Lunch Event (See page 3 for more information.)

Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling

Meal Pick up- 9:45 am - 10:45 am Dine In- 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Lunch Events 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Dine-in and pick up meals for $5 (Suggested donation) 59 and younger meals $8 One choice per day.

MONDAY

FEBRUARY LUNCH MENU

Please register for meals one week in advance by calling Jesus 847-650-0650 or 847-459-2606. No walk-ins will be accepted.

NOTICE TO ALL LUNCH PARTICIPANTS For your health and safety, if School District 214 and/or 21 are closed because of severe weather, the programs and events at the Wheeling Park District Community Recreation Center also will be canceled. The CRC will be open for operations unless there is a mandated closure.

When in doubt, before venturing out, please call us at 847-459-2606.

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY 1

Fish Sandwich

THURSDAY

2 BBQ Chicken

FRIDAY 3 Swedish

Cheese Omelet

Thigh

7

4 Meatballs/Gravy

8

9

Roast Pork &

Cheddar Broccoli

Salisbury Steak/

Gravy

Chicken and Rice

Gravy

10

11 Classic Lasagna

Hot Dog

w/Meat Sauce

Casserole

14

15

16

17

18

Roast Turkey &

Spaghetti

Shaved Pork w/

Baked Chicken &

Citrus Alaskan

Gravy

& Meatball

Mediterranean

Gravy

Pollock

Marinara

Sauce

Edizon Dayao

21 CLOSED

22 BBQ Riblet

23

24

25

Roast Turkey w/

Western Strata

Chicken Breast

Cheddar Ale

Bake

Parmesan

Sauce Heather Braoudaki

Nutrition Information Scan QR Code

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Sliced BavarianStyle Bratwurst Sandi Haynes

https://tinyurl.com/ WPDNutrition

Choice Days

Lunch Event (See page 3 for more information.)

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MARCH LUNCH MENU Meal Pick up- 9:45 am - 10:45 am Dine In- 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Lunch Events 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Dine-in and pick up meals for $5 (Suggested donation) 59 and younger meals $8 One choice per day.

MONDAY

Sponsored by the Village of Wheeling

Please register for meals one week in advance by calling Jesus 847-650-0650 or 847-459-2606. No walk-ins will be accepted.

NOTICE TO ALL LUNCH PARTICIPANTS For your health and safety, if School District 214 and/or 21 are closed because of severe weather, the programs and events at the Wheeling Park District Community Recreation Center also will be canceled. The CRC will be open for operations unless there is a mandated closure.

When in doubt, before venturing out, please call us at 847-459-2606.

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY 1

Chicken

THURSDAY

2 TBD

FRIDAY LENT 3

4 TBD

Veal Marsala

Chardonnay

7

8

9

Slow Roasted

Turkey Pot Roast/

Spaghetti &

Beef/Gravy

Gravy

Meatball Marinara

Chicken Tenders

14

15 Fish Sandwich

16 BBQ Chicken

w/ Country Gravy

11 TBD

Anna Bell O’Shea

Heather Braoudakis

Baked Meatloaf

10

17

18 TBD

Cheese Omelet

Thigh

21

22

23

Roast Pork &

Cheddar Broccoli

Salisbury Steak/

Gravy

Chicken and Rice

Gravy

24 Hot Dog

25 TBD

Casserole

28

29

31

Roast Pork &

Spaghetti &

Shaved Pork w/

Baked Chicken &

Gravy

Meatball Marinara

Mediterranean

Gravy

Martina Mathisen

7

30

Nutrition Information Scan QR Code

Sauce

https://tinyurl.com/ WPDNutrition

Choice Days

Lunch Event (See page 3 for more information.)

TRIPS HOLLYWOOD AURORA CASINO

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Test your luck! Enjoy the day with friends at the casino. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip.

AGE

DAY

DATE TIME

55+

Thursday 1/20

R/NR FEE

10:00 am - 3:30 pm $10 / $15

CODE 112551-01

VOLO AUTO MUSEUM

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Spend the afternoon exploring 33 exhibits! After the museum visit, the group will stop somewhere local for lunch. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip.

AGE

DAY

DATE TIME

55+

Tuesday

2/8

R/NR FEE

CODE

10:00 am - 2:00 pm $25 / $30 112551-02

GRAND VICTORIA CASINO

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior Feeling lucky? Enjoy the day with friends at the casino. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip.

AGE

DAY

55+

Thursday 2/24

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE CODE

10:00 am - 3:30 pm $10 / $15

112551-03

HOLOCAUST MUSEUM

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: One Week Prior During this trip, participants walk at their own pace through the Holocaust Museum. After the museum visit, the group will go to a local restaurant for lunch. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip.

AGE

DAY

DATE

55+

Thursday 3/10

TIME

R/NR FEE CODE

10:00 am - 2:00 pm $20 / $25 112551-04

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TRIPS MANNY'S DELI

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 3/22 Enjoy one of the best corned-beef sandwiches around at this famous Chicago deli. Many other delicious treats are available as well. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip.

AGE

DAY

DATE

55+

Tuesday 3/29

TIME

R/NR FEE

CODE

10:30 am - 1:30 pm $10 / $15

112551-05

FINE & PERFORMING ARTS ADULT OIL PAINTING

Location: CRC Registration Deadline: 1/5 & 2/16 Professional artist Enid Silverman provides students of all abilities individualized attention to improve drawing and painting skills. Participants are required to bring their own supplies.

AGE DAY

DATE

TIME

R/NR FEE CODE

18+

Friday 1/7 - 2/11

10:00 am - 12:00 pm $70/$80

101102-01

18+

Friday 1/7 - 2/11

12:15 - 2:15 pm

$70/$80

101102-02

18+

Friday 2/18 - 3/25 10:00 am - 12:00 pm $70/$80

101102-03

18+

Friday 2/18 - 3/25 12:15 - 2:15 pm

101102-04

$70/$80

FITNESS EVENTS WEDNESDAY WINE AND YOGA

Location: Chevy Chase Country Club Wine and unwind at beautiful Chevy Chase Country Club. Treat yourself to a yoga class followed by light appetizers and wine.

Yoga mats are provided or bring your own. Register online or at the Wheeling Health and Fitness Center. Limited spaces available.

AGE

DAY

DATE

21+

Wednesday 2/9

TIME

R/NR FEE

6:00 - 8:00 pm

$20 / $25 115714-01

WHEELING WALKS

CODE

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 9

AGE

DAY

DATE

TIME

All

Saturday

Year Round 9:30 am

FEE Free

HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER SILVER SNEAKERS

The Wheeling Health & Fitness Center offers Silver Sneakers Yoga, Stay Fit, and Aqua Fit classes with a Health & Fitness Center Membership or purchase a Group Fitness Class Pass.

Check our website for the most current Group Exercise class schedule or stop by our 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

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

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

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

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

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Wheeling Park District

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PRST STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID WHEELING, IL PERMIT NO. 51

WHEELING PARK DISTRICT 100 Community Boulevard Wheeling, IL 60090

MAKE A STRONG CHANGE THIS YEAR

JANUARY ENROLLMENT SPECIAL!

ZERO ENROLLMENT FEE FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY!

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