Eagle Watching, Lunch Trips, Painting Classes, and more!

Active Adult Newsletter

January 2025

Group Trips

Eagle Watching & Lunch Trip

Be mesmerized by the beautiful bald eagles at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center in Channahon. Participants start with eagle viewing and educational information. Please dress warm since there may be some outside walking involved. Lunch is at Aces Garage Bar & Grill. Fee includes transportation. Lunch is on your own.

Thursday, January 9

10AM-2PM

Program #75503-A1

Fee: $10/$15 R/NR

Las Palmas Mexican Restaurant Trip

We are headed to Westmont to enjoy some delicious authentic Mexican cuisine, which is homemade daily. Try one of Las Palmas' popular grilled fajitas, taco dinners or thirst-quenching margaritas. They were voted best Mexican cuisine three years in a row. Fee is for transportation; lunch is on your own.

Thursday, January 30

10:30AM-2:30PM

Program #75505-A1

Fee: $10/$15 R/NR

Indoor Walking Track at PARC

Stay warm and stay active! Residents may enjoy FREE access to the indoor walking track at the Prairie Activity & Recreation Center. Free walk times for residents are 1 to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Photo ID for proof of residency is needed.

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Beanbag Baseball at American House

Enjoy an afternoon of fun as we play seven innings of bean bag baseball against the residents of American House.

Friday, January 17, 2PM

Programs

Elvis Presley Movie Music

In conjunction with the Plainfield Area Public Library, we welcome John LeGear who will share an 80-minute film history presentation of Elvis Presley movie music in honor of what would have been Elvis' 90th birthday. Program is free but please register online.

Wednesday, January 8

6:30-8PM

Program #75406-A1

Fee: FREE!

Painting Class - 3-D Seascape Canvas Art

With cold weather approaching, let's go to the beach where you'll paint this 3-D Seascape canvas art. Includes all materials and a take-home sealant for when your project dries. Instructor is Kathy Pendolino.

Saturday, January 11

9AM-12PM

Program #75405-A1

Fee: $52/$62 R/NR

Bunco Parties

Join the fun of rolling the dice with friends at our monthly Bunco party! Included are four games of Bunco, a delicious lunch and prizes. Registration deadline is one week prior to event date.

Thursday, January 16

11:30AM-2PM

Program #75400-A1

Fee: $14

Lunch & Learn - FREE!

Discover how personalized technology guidance can empower older adults to bridge the digital divide, keep you connected and help navigate the digital world with confidence. Learn about the services offered, get answers to common tech questions and see how senior tech support can make a difference. Learn and grow in this supportive community setting presented by Tony LaPalio, founder and CEO of Senior Tech Support. Please RSVP at the front desk.

Wednesday, January 22

11:30AM-12:30PM

Fee: FREE!

Card Fun

What is Card Fun? It's Bingo with cards! Not sure how to play? No worries! It's easy and we are more than happy to teach you. No need to register; just come and play. Bring $5 to play.

Monday, January 27

1:30-3PM

Weekly Drop-in Programs

Mat Making | 1st Monday of each month, 1-3PM

Tuesdays | Game Day, 1-3PM (Potluck is the third Tuesday each month and starts at 11:30AM)

Wednesdays | Open Game Day, 1-3PM (Texas Hold'em is second Wednesday of each month)

Fridays | Mahjong, 10AM-1PM

Massage & Reflexology

Massage - Wednesdays

Reflexology - 2nd and 4th Tuesdays

Cost is $40 for a 30-minute session. To check availability and schedule an appointment, please call 815-436-2029.

(815) 436-2029