Away We Go... - North Berwyn Park District

Winter/Spring 2011
North Berwyn Park District
Away We Go...
North Berwyn
Registration begins Jan. 3
Open Registration begins Jan. 10
Club 55 Members Register Monday, December 27 at 9:00 am!
Join a friendly bunch for lunch!
These trips are NBPD’s most popular outings and are sure to fill up fast...So what are you waiting for? GO REGISTER!
If there’s a restaurant you’ve always wanted to go to, drop off your suggestions at the front desk. Lunch is on your own.
Lunches are once a month and sometimes a flat fee for lunch is required at registration vs. paying at the restaurant.
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Melrose Park
Chicago
Cuisine: Italian, Subs
This former deli has expanded to offer hearty dishes like pork
chops with potatoes and peppers, homemade rigatoni in creamy
vodka sauce and fried meatball or breaded steak sandwiches.
Danny’s Cafe continues a historic Melrose Park tradition of rustic
Italian food. Guests on the award-winning PBS show “Check,
Please!” agreed that Danny’s is truly a “neighborhood” restaurant
that offers generous portions at great prices.
Code Day Date Time
Fee
161102A M 1/10 11:00 am-2:30 pm $8/Trip
Cuisine: Thai
Star of Siam is located just off the bustle of Michigan Avenue
and is a must for anyone who loves Thai food. The space is very
open and it is not your usual place to go for Thai food, they serve
a standard Thai menu in an urban warehouse setting rather than
in a storefront dive.
Code Day Date Time
Fee
162102A M 4/11 11:30 am-2:30 pm
$8/Trip
Danny’s Cafe
Star of Siam
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Chicago
Orange
Cuisine: American, Eclectic, Sandwiches
This outpost of the popular breakfast-brunch-lunch spot offers
green eggs and ham and an assortment of decadent pancakes
and French toast. There’s also a selection of sandwiches, soups
and salads.
Code Day Date Time
Fee
161102B M 2/14 11:30 am-2:30 pm $8/Trip
Chicago
DeColores
Cuisine: Mexican
This funky Pilsen BYOB restaurant offers home-style Mexican
fare in a comfortable, vibrant setting. On their menu, you’ll find
recipes passed down through the owner’s family and house
specialties, which include sizzling steak dinners and complex
moles. DeColores was voted one of the best new restaurants
by Chicago
Magazine in May 2010.
Code Day Date Time
Fee
161102C M 3/14 11:30 am-2:30 pm $8/Trip
Register for all lunches at least 2 weeks in advance.
Chicago
Vivo
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Cuisine: Italian and Steaks
This stylish Southern Italian restaurant has a small, open kitchen
in back, where you can see your food being prepared. You’ll
enjoy their extensive menu which includes pasta, seafood and
steak.
Code Day Date Time
Fee
162102B M 5/9 11:30 am-2:30 pm $8/Trip
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Important!
Please note that by law, the State of Illinois requires every
passenger of a motor vehicle to wear a seat safety belt. NBPD
has the right to refuse transportation to anyone who does not
abide by this law.
North Berwyn Park District • 1619 Wesley Ave • Berwyn IL 60402 • 708-749-4900 • www.nbpd4fun.org
EASY Guide - lunches & trips
Danny’s Cafe
Monday, January 10 ~ 11:00 am - 2:30 pm
Orange
Monday, February 14 ~ 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
American GI Valentine Senior Luncheon
Sunday, February 13 ~ 11:45 am - 4:30 pm
Million Dollar Quartet
Wednesday, February 16 ~ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
North Shore Tours & Lunch
Wednesday, March 2 ~ 8:45 am - 4:45 pm
De Colores
Monday, March 14 ~ 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Medieval Times
Saturday, March 19 ~ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Aida
Wednesday, March 23 ~ 10:30 am - 5:30 pm
Legacy Girls-Andrews Sisters Tribute
Monday, April 4 ~ 9:15 am - 4:45 pm
Always Patsy Cline
Sunday, April 10 ~ 10:30 am - 5:30 pm
Star of Siam
Monday, April 11 ~ 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Annie
Wednesday, April 27 ~ 7:30 am - 6:30 pm
Vivo
Monday, May 9 ~ 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Millennium Park
Sunday, May 15 ~ 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Nunset Boulevard
Wednesday, May 25 ~ 10:30 am - 6:00 pm
Chicago Botanic Gardens
Wednesday, June 8 ~ 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
Back by popular demand…
Crystal Sky Banquet Hall, McCook
American GI Valentine Senior Luncheon
Come celebrate Valentine’s Day with great entertainment
and delicious food. The American GI Forum is host to this
highly anticipated Sunday afternoon event. Hurry and
register, sells out every year! Fee includes transportation,
lunch, admission and escort.
Code Day Date
Time Fee
VALEN Su 2/13
11:15 am-4:30 pm $25
Min 10/Max 20 Register By: 1/14
Apollo Theater, Chicago
Million Dollar Quartet
Million Dollar Quartet is the
smash-hit musical inspired by
the famed recording session that
brought together Elvis Presley,
Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis
and Carl Perkins for the first
and only time. On December
4, 1956, these four young
musicians gathered at Sun
Records in Memphis for what
would be one of the greatest jam
sessions ever. Watch as that legendary night is brought
to life, featuring a score of rock hits. We’ll stop at Hard
Rock Café before heading to the Apollo Theater for their
“Classic Rock” lunch. Fee includes transportation, lunch,
admission and escort.
Code Day Date
Time Fee
MILLI W
2/16 11:00 am-5:00 pm $75
Min 15/Max 15 Register By: 1/14
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Wilmette & Northbrook
North Shore Tours & Lunch
-- Baha’i House of Worship, Max & Benny’s Restaurant
Deli and Bakery, Techny Towers -Enjoy a docent-guided tour in the largest and the oldest
surviving Baha’i Temple. You’ll marvel at its unsurpassed
beauty of lace-like ornamentation and exquisite gardens
and fountains. Afterwards, head over to Max & Benny’s
for lunch; an iconic north suburban deli-restaurant, where
corned beef, pastrami and Reuben sandwiches are some
of the specialties. The last stop will be Techny Towers for a
facility tour of their stained glass windows and a chance to
browse through their bookstore and gift shop. Fee includes
transportation, tour, lunch, admission and escort.
Code Day Date
Time Fee
TOURS W 3/2 8:45 am-4:45 pm $49
Min 18/Max 25
Register By: 2/11
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Oh no! The Trip is Canceled!
Registration Deadlines - It is very important that you register BEFORE the deadline - otherwise the trip may be
canceled if we do not meet our minimum.
North Berwyn Park District • 1619 Wesley Ave • Berwyn IL 60402 • 708-749-4900 • www.nbpd4fun.org
Fee includes lunch.
Starved Rock Lodge, Utica
Legacy Girls-Andrews Sisters Tribute
Join the Legacy Girls as they perform the toe-tapping
hits of the famous Andrews Sisters with tight 3-part
harmonies, costumes, and synchronized choreography.
Boogie Woogie back to the 30’s and 40’s with all your
favorites! Fee includes transportation, lunch, admission
and escort.
Code Day Date
Time Fee
LEGAC M 4/4 9:15 am-4:45 pm $49
Min 18/Max 24 Register By: 2/28
Pheasant Run Resort, St. Charles
Always, Patsy Cline
Schaumburg
Medieval Times
Welcome to the 11th century! Just beyond the great doors
of the Hall of Arms waits the celebration arena, the heart
of each of Medieval Times’ nine castles. From high above
King Philippe and his daughter-in-law, Princess Leonore,
preside over a four-course feast. Below, privileged royal
guests are transported to faraway lands including a
romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic
medieval tournament for the Battle of Champions. Fee
includes transportation, lunch, admission and escort.
Code Day Date
Time Fee
MEDIE Sa 3/19
12:00 pm-5:00 pm $59
Min 18/Max 24
Register By: 2/25
Drury Lane Theatre, Oakbrook Terrace
Aida
Aida is a musical bursting with contemporary energy
chronicling the love triangle between Aida, a Nubian
princess stolen from her country; Amneris, an Egyptian
princess; and Radames, the soldier they both love. With
its exhilarating Tony and Grammy Award-winning score
by Elton John and Tim Rice, you don’t want to miss
this epic tale of love, loyalty and betrayal! Fee includes
transportation, lunch, admission and escort.
Code Day Date
Time Fee
AIDA
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3/23
10:30 am-5:30 pm $65
Min 18/Max 20 Register By: 2/23
“I really enjoy NBPD’s trips! I like the variety,
they’re nicely diversified. I personally love plays
& musicals. I also love the escorts dearly, they
are absolutely marvelous!”
- Annette Johnson
A tribute to the late legendary country singer, recounting
Cline’s true friendship with a fan from Houston, whom she
befriended at a Texas honky tonk and remained pen pals
with until her untimely death. Complete with down home
country humor and true emotion, this 1960s tribute includes
many of Patsy’s unforgettable hits such as Crazy, I Fall to
Pieces, Sweet Dreams and Walking after Midnight. Prior
to the show, enjoy a Sunday brunch at Pheasant Run’s
Garden Atrium and relax to the soothing sounds of a jazz
ensemble while sipping on champagne. Fee includes
transportation, brunch, admission and escort.
Code Day Date
Time Fee
PATSY Su 4/10
10:30 am-5:30 pm $69
Min 18/Max 20
Register By: 3/28
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The Fireside Dinner Theatre, Fort
Atkinson, WI
Annie
America’s favorite cartoon sweetheart
is back!
Winner of seven Tony
Awards, including Best Musical, Annie
is a delightful concoction of villains,
little girls, gangsters, Presidents,
billionaires, butlers and bums. Its
gentle humor, carefree dances and
tuneful score, including Tomorrow
will truly uplift and inspire audiences
of all ages. You’ll surely want to adopt Little Orphan
Annie for your very own after seeing this musical comedy
smash! Fee includes transportation, lunch, admission
and escort.
Code Day Date
Time Fee
ANNIE W 4/27
7:30 am-6:30 pm $85
Min 18/Max 20 Register By: 4/1
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Why is my trip price more than the ticket price?
NBPD’s trip prices are based on ticket price, shipping &
handling, administrative fees, food, bus fees, chauffeur,
and escort when applicable.
North Berwyn Park District • 1619 Wesley Ave • Berwyn IL 60402 • 708-749-4900 • www.nbpd4fun.org
Glencoe
Chicago Botanic Garden
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Downtown Chicago
Millennium Park
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Come out and explore this award-winning center for
art, music, architecture and landscape design. Among
its prominent features are the Jay Pritzker Pavilion, the
interactive Crown Fountain, the contemporary Lurie
Garden and the hugely popular Cloud Gate sculpture (The
Bean). Enjoy lunch at Park Grill and afterwards we’ll head
over to Harris Theater for Once Upon a Tap. NOTE: Show
subject to change. Fee includes transportation, lunch,
admission and escort.
Code Day Date
Time Fee
PARK
Su 5/15
9:30 am-5:00 pm $59
Min 18/Max 20 Register By: 4/29
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Board a tram for a beautiful overview of the Garden’s 385
acres. You’ll enjoy views of the Elizabeth Hubert Malott
Japanese Garden, 100-acre oak woodland and the native
prairie. Relax and discover the beauty! Fee includes
transportation, tour, buffet lunch and escort.
Code Day Date
Time Fee
GARDN W
6/8 10:30 am - 3:30 pm $55
Min 18/Max 24 Register By: 5/13
Theatre at the Center, Munster, IN
Nunset Boulevard
The Little Sisters of Hoboken
have been invited to sing at
the Hollywood Bowl. They
are thrilled at the prospect
until they arrive and see that
they are booked at an actual
bowling alley with a cabaret
lounge. However, a famed movie producer is across the
street auditioning for roles in his new movie musical about
the life of Dolores Hart, the famous movie star who became
a nun. The Sisters, thinking they are naturals, race off to
audition but in the end, they all realize their true calling!
Fee includes transportation, lunch, admission and escort.
Code Day Date
Time Fee
NUNS
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5/25
10:30 am-6:00 pm $65
Min 18/Max 20 Register By: 4/29
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Starved Rock Lodge, Utica
Weber House & Garden Tour
Take a historic trolley ride and tour the Weber House &
Garden which features cozy candlelit 18th Century rooms
and an English garden of winding paths, perennials,
annuals, statuary, ponds and fountains. The tour starts
off at the Lodge with a selection from their Special Lunch
Menu, afterwards board the trolley and enjoy the sights!
Fee includes transportation, lunch, tour and escort.
Code Day Date
Time Fee
WEBER W 6/15
8:30 am-5:30 pm $49
Min 18/Max 20 Register By: 5/20
Important Things You Need To Know...
These activities are developed for all ages who are interested in a little adventure. Anyone 17 years and under must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older.
How Do I Register?
You can register at 1619 Wesley Ave, Berwyn or by Mail. Payment is due at time of registration. Mail-in registration will be accepted if space allows and is prior to the registration deadline. Sorry we cannot take registration by phone when a fee is involved.
Oh No! The Trip is Canceled!
Registration Deadlines - It is very important that you register BEFORE the deadline– otherwise the trip may be canceled if we do
not meet our minimum.
Cancellations
If you need to cancel out of a program you must do it prior to the deadline (“Register By” date). If you cancel after the deadline
your refund will be pending on a replacement. Please ask us about details regarding refunds and credits.
Special Accommodations
For special accommodations on a trip, please inform the North Berwyn Park District before the trip’s registration deadline.
***Times & dates subject to change. For inquiries, please call the front desk (708) 749-4900.
North Berwyn Park District • 1619 Wesley Ave • Berwyn IL 60402 • 708-749-4900 • www.nbpd4fun.org