January and February, 2016 Newsletter

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Ceramics Class
October 2015
Joanne Adams
Director, ext. *503
Jean Smuda
Program Coordinator, ext. *502
Sherie Palmer
Social Worker, ext. *509
Jamaal Malone
Information and Referral Specialist, ext. *513
Theresa Scottberg
Fitness & Wellness Coordinator, ext. *504
Neilan Sankpal
Technical Specialist, ext. *501
Judy Sneyd
Body Conditioning Instructor
Holly Beattie
Information and Referral, ext. *515
17801 W. Washington St.
Gurnee, Illinois 60031
Phone: 847-244-1101ext.*501
Fax: 847-244-6634
Website: warrentownship.net
Hours: 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Monday through Friday
New Members...………………………………………………………………………………..1
Troopons…………....………………………………………………………..……...………….1
Director’s Note……...…………………………….…………………………….………..…….2
Civil War Performance………………………………………………………………………..2
Mardi Gras Party & Luncheon ..……………………………………………………………..2
Valentine’s Dance……………………………………………………………………………...3
Ala Cartes..……………………………..………………………………………………….…...3
Trips….….…………………………….…..……………………………………….….…..…4-5
Library Services……………………………………………………………………………….5
Social Service Corner………………………………………………………………………….6
Enrichment Classes………………………………………………..…………………………..7
Games…………………………………………………………………………………………..7
Bowling ……………………………………………………………………………………….7
January Calendar....…….……………………………….……………..…………………...8-9
February Calendar...…………………………………….………………..……………...10-11
Exercise Classes………………………………………………………………..……………..12
New Classes and Programs...…………………………………………………...……………13
Health Programs………………………………………………………………………..…….13
Movies……..………………………………………………………………………………14-15
Gurnee AARP………………………………………………………………………………...15
Discount Taxi Ticket Program………………………………………………………………15
Pictures………………………………………………………………………………………..16
Policies & Procedures.……………………………………………………………………….17
The entire group enjoyed gorgeous weather and a great day in the beauty of the Morton Arboretum.
In October and November, 2015 we added 35 new members. They are: Betty Barrett, Dee & Norb Bora, Gloria &
John Brda, Urbanita & Winston Casis, Lillian Damron, Kathleen Dicello, Raymond & Sandy Forster, Diane
Friel, Herbert & Peggy Garner, Bonnie Goggin, Barbara Harris, Judy Henderson, John & Linda Holden,
Glen & Karen Ludwig, Howard McCann, Cris Pascual, George Pavlos, Angelina & Avelino Reyes, Ned Ricks,
Irving & Nancy Sheldon, Dennis & Nancy Sowka, Anita & Edward Tenison, and Becky Wolf.
Welcome to all of you from the Senior Staff. We hope you find many things to interest you in this newsletter and
that you find a home away from home here at the Center.
Troopons is a “Support Our Troops” program which provides Manufacturer coupons for food, non-food, baby, and
pet items to military families. Manufacturer coupons for individual products (not particular stores or restaurants) can
be sent to support our troops and their families. Please cut them into individual coupons before turning them in and
separate into these three categories: food, non-food, and baby/pet items. We have a box in the Senior Center and
Anne Hollek mails them to the troops. Military personnel can use the coupons on the bases even if they are up to two
months past their expiration dates. Thank you for your dedication to this project.
Those who traveled with us on The Indiana Covered Bridge Tour enjoyed the beautiful bridges, perfect weather, and dinner at the historic Turkey Run Restaurant.
Above, Left to right: Kathy Dever, Rosemary Saraceno, Mary Jo Kollross, Ann Morgan, Norma Cooper, Brenda Pates, Pat & James Pumphrey, Christine Schlonsky, Mary Ann Urbaitus, Susan Skarbalus, Judy Merz,
Beverly Poczkalski, and Jean & Norm Trecartin.
Below, left to right: Julia & Norm Bouffard, Betty Spickler, Helen Nyman, Aleta & Ken Yokus, Al & Sara
Hancock, and Bonnie Misch. Couple in lower right: Laura and John Dmytrenko
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The Holiday parties will be over by the time you receive this. The entire Township staff work very hard
to make sure each person who attended had a wonderful experience. We hope you enjoyed the day you were our
guest and that your entire holiday season was special. We look forward to getting back to our normal schedules
in January and hope that you start your year by joining one of the many programs and events in this newsletter.
Many of you have asked when the newsletter will be ready. Our target for having the newsletter ready to mail or
hand out is always the 15th of the month before you will need it.
PARKING: Please r emember that ALL par king spots in the cir cle now need a handicapped placard or plates in order for you to park there. If you don’t have one, and cannot walk from the parking lot, leave
your car in front of our doors and ask one of the staff to park it for you. We will get it for you when you are
ready to leave the Center. Thank you for your cooperation.
Lost & Found: Our lost and found is over flowing with coats, sweater s, gloves, glasses, jewelr y, and
even shoes. If you misplaced something (even a long time ago), please stop by and take a look. We keep smaller items in the office so ask to see them. Anything still left in March, we will put on the free table or throw out.
Note to Bingo players: We would appr eciate if mor e of you could please br ing small bills (ones and
fives). We don’t and are not able to keep enough change to accommodate all the tens and twenties we have been
receiving. Thank you for your help with this.
I wish all of you a very happy and healthy New Year and look forward to seeing more and more of you
here at the Senior Center.
Joanne Adams
If you went with us to the Civil War Museum this spring, you were lucky to experience the fabulous one woman
performance by the “wife of the Governor of Wisconsin”. She did a fantastic, authentic, and moving presentation.
We were so impressed, we invited another actor from the museum here to the Senior Center to give another performance. Join us on Monday, January 25th from 1:00 to 2:30 PM to hear from Abraham Lincoln’s law partner
from Springfield, IL. William Herndon will tell how the two friends worked side by side. After Lincoln’s death,
Herndon wrote Lincoln’s biography, interviewing many people from Lincoln’s childhood and collecting their stories. You will feel the joy as he tells us about his friend’s first attempt at public speaking and the pain as he discusses his death. There will be a question and answer session with the professional actor in character and with the
actor as his modern day self. This one-person performance will make the 19th century come alive here at the Senior Center. Registration begins Tuesday, January 5th. The cost is only $5.00. We will serve snacks after the performance. You will be transported to another century. What a great way to spend a dreary January afternoon.
Join us on Wednesday, February 3rd for our first ever Mardi Gras party. We will supply the beads and the masks,
you bring your party spirit. The menu includes: Marinated charbroiled chicken breast, New Orleans red beans
and rice, Cajun corn casserole, creamy cole slaw, and corn bread. There will be King’s cake from Lovin Oven
Cakery for dessert.
Our entertainment for the afternoon will be a celebration of Frank Sinatra’s 100th Birthday. John Ludy Puleo
will perform a Rat Pack/Vegas & Bourbon Street theme to celebrate Mardi Gras! Singing songs by Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong, Harry Connick, Jr., Paul Anka, Elvis, and Tom Jones. We have been delighted by John at
other luncheons. He is a world class entertainer. You will love his vocals. The cost for the entire afternoon is
$10.00. Lunch will be served at Noon. Registration begins Tuesday, January 19th and ends on Jan. 29th.
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Ernie Garner will be the disc jockey for our Valentine’s Day Dance on Friday, February 12th from 1:00 to
3:00 PM. J oin us for a fun after noon which will include, punch, desser ts, and, of cour se, gr eat music fr om
Ernie. The cost is only $5.00 per person. Registration begins Thursday, January 28th. If you love to dance, or
just enjoying watching everyone else, join us on the 12th for a great time.
Join us in the Township buses on Wednesday, January 27th at 11:00 AM as we dr ive to The Chocolate Sanctuary in Gurnee. Each meal will consist of a cup of their Spiced Cocoa Butternut Squash soup, the Sanctuary chopped salad (Romaine, field gr eens, sweet cor n, cocoa candied bacon, tomatoes, hear ts of palm,
cheddar cheese tossed in a chocolate vinaigrette dressing), and a 1/2 a sandwich. Sandwich choices are: The
Sanctuary Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato; a Turkey Club, Prime Rib; or grilled chicken Caesar wrap. Dessert will be a selection of mini desserts. Bever age choices ar e: Coffee, Tea, or Soda. Cost is $15.00. Registration begins Monday, January 12th. We return around 1:30 PM. The last day to register is Monday,
January 25th.
We are heading to Primo’s Italian American Cuisine restaurant in Gurnee on Wednesday, February 17th. We
will leave in the Township buses at 11:00 AM. Your entr ée selections ar e: Chicken Parmesan Focaccia:
chicken cutlet, mozzarella, basil, and marina on focaccia bread, served with parmesan garlic fries; Primo Burger:
stuffed with carmelized onion, blue cheese, on a pretzel bun, served with parmesan garlic fries; Four Cheese Calzone: Mozzar ella, r icotta, par mesan, pecar ino Romano, and her b r ed sauce on a calzone, ser ved with par mesan garlic fries; Italian Pub Salad: roasted red pepper, Roseli salami, buffalo mozzarella, and artichokes, and
a bread crumb crunch, served with a vinaigrette dressing; Soup & Sandwich Combo: choice of chicken parmesan
focaccia, primo burger, apple & chicken panini, or artichoke chicken panini, served with Minestrone soup. Dessert will be included. Beverage choices: Coffee, hot tea, or soda. Cost is $20.00. Registration begins
Thursday, February 4th and ends on Monday, February 15th. We will r etur n to the Center ar ound 1:30
PM.
NOTE: If you have special dietary restrictions, it is your responsibility to check with us when ordering
your meal to be sure that your selection meets your dietary requirements. If your meal is not acceptable
when we arrive at the restaurant because you have not checked OR because you have changed your mind,
you will have the option of placing a new order AT YOUR OWN EXPENSE. You will not be refunded
your original payment.
ALSO, IF YOU CHANGE ANY PART OF YOUR ORDER AT THE RESTAURANT, YOU WILL HAVE
TO PAY FOR ANY ADDITIONAL COSTS IN ADDITION TO YOUR ORIGINAL PAYMENT.
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TRIP POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
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The walking meter gives you a general idea of how much walking will be involved before you register for a trip to help in deciding which trips are right for you.
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For trips that begin or end before our normal working hours of 9:00 AM to 5:00
PM on weekdays and any trips that occur on the weekends, please schedule your
pick-up before you arrive for the trip. We cannot wait for a PACE bus or cab to
be called and arrive after we return.
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YOU MAY ONLY REGISTER, PAY FOR AN EVENT, OR BUY TAXI TICKETS DURING OUR REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS.
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There are two people to each set of seats on the buses. Please share the seat.
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Bring your Warren Township identification card on every trip. If you do not have one, please stop by the Senior
Center during normal business hours BEFORE THE TRIP. We will take your pictur e and pr int the car d
for you so you will have it the day of the trip. Thank you for your cooperation.
HOLLYWOOD CASINO TRIP
We will travel with the Badger High Rollers by motor coach on Friday, January 22nd to the Hollywood Casino in
Aurora. The trip includes deluxe motor coach transportation, FREE lunch buffet and $10.00 in slot play.
This is a non-smoking casino with 1,170 slot machines and 26 table games, including a live poker room with Texas
Hold’em. We will leave the Senior Center at 8:30 AM and return around 5:30 PM. Your total cost for the day is
$28.00. Registration begins on Tuesday December 1st and the LAST day you may register is Monday, January 4th. Please note that this tr ip usually fills up quickly so, r emember to r egister ear ly.
The Chicago Field Museum
Join us for a day at The Field Museum on Wednesday, March 23rd. The Field Museum is home to many exciting
permanent exhibitions including SUE the T-Rex, inside Ancient Egypt, the Evolving Planet, the Lions of Tsavo,
DNA Discovery Center, Grainger Hall of Gems, the Ancient Americas and much more. Explore the museum at
your leisure and lunch whenever you choose at either the Field Bistro or The Explorer Café. They offer a variety
of salads, soups, specialty sandwiches, pizza, panini station, build your own pasta station and more. Lunch will be
at your own expense. Cost for the motor coach transportation and entry to the museum is $30.00. The bus leaves
at 8:45AM and returns around 4:30PM. Registration begins Monday, Feb. 15th and ends on March 7th.
The Field Museum will have a new exhibit while we are there called “China’s First Emperor and his Terracotta
Warriors”. This exhibit displays over 170 objects including ten of the large scale clay figures associated with the
transformative reign of Qin Shihuangdi more that 2,200 years ago. If you would like to see this exhibit there is an
extra fee of $22.00 per person. This is strictly optional but we will need to know at the time
of registration.
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Secrets of Savannah, Georgia
Our Spring Motor Coach trip to Savannah, Georgia is tentatively scheduled for May 14, 2016 through May 21,
2016. The Motor Coach tour will feature stops in Marietta, Savannah, Jekyll Island, Tybee Island, Charleston, SC
and Kentucky. Cost per person is $1,619.00; if you book by Dec. 31st, 2015 (Note the extension) you will receive
a $125.00 per person discount, after the 31st you will receive a $25.00 discount per person. The cost per person/
per day with the discount comes to $186.75 which includes your motor coach transportation, hotel lodging for 8
days/ 7 nights, 11 meals & meal tips and your daily tour fees. A deposit of $200.00 per person is due at the time of
booking and an extra $60.00 per person if you choose to add the cancellation fee waiver. This tour is at an activity
level 3; a blend of longer and shorter days on this program with more walking with some periods of standing. Expect more of the touring to be over uneven surfaces or involve stairs. Travelers should be in reasonably good
health. Please contact Jean Smuda at 847-244-1101 Ext *502 for more information and a
list of Warren Township Senior Center Trip Requirements. We hope you will join us in the
Spring for this exciting trip to Historic Savannah, Georgia. We already have 23 participants
booked.
We are asking for your input to see if you have any interest in any of these trips:
 Tour of the Bears’ Soldier Field with a Gourmet Lunch, Spring, 2016
 Holland Tulip Festival; Holland, Michigan—Late Spring, 2016
 Eat Your Way Through Chicago—Late Spring/Early Summer, 2016
 Celebration Belle Cruise & Diamond Jo Casino, Dubuque, Iowa, June, 2016. Two days, one night.
 Cubs vs Brewers at Brewers Stadium in Milwaukee—Summer, 2016
 Starved Rock, Oglesby, Illinois—Canal Boat and Trolley Tour—Summer, 2016
 Shipshewana, Indiana—Amish Countryside and Market Tour— Overnight August 30th and 31st, 2016
Please let someone know in the office to put you on a list if you are interested. Please see Jean Smuda if you
have questions about any particular trip.
BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
On Monday, January 11th, the Book Discussion Group will do a book to movie. The meeting will begin at Noon in
the Flex Room where you will watch Far From the Madding Crowd and then discuss the same book by Thomas
Hardy. Note the time change to Noon.
On Monday, February 8th at 1:00 PM the book for discussion will be When Books Went to War by Molly Guptill
Manning. Book discussion begins at the regular 1:00 PM time.
The group is led by Debbie Hoffman of the Warren Newport Library. At the end of the discussion of a book, the
next month’s book is distributed. We sometimes have extra copies if you weren’t able to attend the meeting. There
is no sign-up. Everyone is welcome to attend.
INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE
The Warren-Newport library hosts A.A.R.P. volunteers who once again offer their free tax assistance service to
seniors. The library is on O’Plaine Road in Gurnee. The service is offered on Monday and Friday mornings from
9:15 AM to Noon beginning on Monday, February 1st and going through Friday, April 15th. Walk-ins only.
You receive a number when you first arrive. Be sure to take the necessary tax documents and your social security
number with you. If you have further questions, please call the library at 847-244-5150.
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BY JAMAAL MALONE
This article is a reminder that scam artists are everywhere and constantly working on new ways to prey on
innocent people. In a time where sensitive personal information can be transferred with the click of a button, it is
imperative that everyone is aware of the dangers and scams that exist. Being aware is the first step in ensuring your
safety. Some of the popular scams right now include:
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Someone claiming to be a police or government agent saying they are coming to arrest you for overdue
taxes or skipping out on jury duty but you can avoid this by sending them money.
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You get a call or a pop up on your computer claiming to be from Microsoft or Apple about a problem
with your computer which can be fixed by allowing “tech support” access to your hard drive. Instead
they install malware and are able to steal your personal information.
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You get a call from a company claiming a concerned family member ordered you a medical alert device
in case you have an emergency. They ask for your credit card or banking information.
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You get a call from someone who claims to be your grandchild or other relative who was injured,
robbed, or arrested while traveling overseas and needs money immediately.
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Letters from an Awards Notification Commission asking for you to send a small amount of money to receive a huge amount are scams.
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Someone supposedly calling from Medicare saying you qualify for free equipment from Medicare but
they need your Medicare number. Medicare already has your number. Don’t give it out over the phone.
Always be alert when a stranger asks for your private information. Many scams promise a large reward for
what seems to be minimal work or investment on your part. It is illegal for anyone to require an upfront payment to
claim a lottery or sweepstakes prize. Many scammers may say that in order to receive a given benefit from them,
you must wire money to them. NEVER WIRE MONEY TO STRANGERS.
Regardless of where someone says they are calling from, NEVER SHARE SENSITIVE PERSONAL INFORMATION WITH STRANGERS. Remember , if you ar e ever feeling uncomfor table while speaking on
the phone, YOU CAN ALWAYS HANG UP.
Protect your money, property and personal safety by following a few tips:
 Don’t let anyone come into your home unless you have a prescheduled appointment. You have the right to refuse to open your own door.
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Don’t pay cash to anyone who comes to your home claiming to be with a utility company or other provider.
 Confirm any special offers with your service provider — using the number on your bill or their website. Be suspicious of a promotional flyer offering service from multiple providers. Competitors don’t advertise together.
 Pitch it properly. When disposing of personal information, it should be destroyed in a manner that prevents recreation or reconstruction (shredding/pulverizing/burning). This includes destroying/erasing data that may be located on electronics before disposal. Watch your newsletters for free shredding events we offer here at the Township.
To report any telephone scams, contact the Illinois Attorney General’s Consumer Fraud Hotline at 1-800-386-5438.
Our best advice: If you have caller ID and don’t recognize the name of the person calling, don’t answer. If
you do answer and don’t know the person, HANG UP. If you have any questions about anything, please feel
free to call the Senior Center.
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Fun With Spanish - Notice: This class is on hiatus until Thursday, April 7th.
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Computer Lessons - Meinhard Gerdes is a retired professional who offers free computer lessons on Monday
afternoons. Our Technical Specialist, Neilan Sankpal also schedules classes on Thursdays. Whether
you are a novice, or a seasoned user wanting to learn a new skill, or anywhere in between, set up an appointment for an hour lesson to learn at your own pace on Monday or Thursday. Please call the Center to sign up.
You are limited to two classes per week. Warren-Newport library also offers tutor time on Thursdays to
help with computers or iPads. For mor e info, call the libr ar y at 847-244-5150.
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Line Dancing - 1:00 PM on Thursdays. No sign-up necessary. Learn an entire dance and dance it every
class. You pay $5.00 each time you come. Class runs until 3:00. The fabulous Dan Pye is the instructor.
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Spanish: Continuing - Notice: This class will not be meeting in J anuar y or Febr uar y. The next class
meeting will be Tuesday, March 1st (weather permitting).
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iPhone class—Jamaal Malone and Neilan Sankpal will lead a BEGINNER iPhone class on Wednesday and
Thursday, February 24th and 25th from 9:30 to 11:30. Registration begins February 9th.
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Bingo- Played Tuesdays from Noon to around 2:30 unless otherwise noted on the calendar. Cards sell for $1.10
from 11:00 to 11:50 AM. No cards sold after 11:50 so we can count the prize money and start on time. We take a
break at 1:00 PM to give everyone a chance to stretch and eat whatever snack you bring.
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Bridge- We play party bridge every Tuesday at 1:00 PM. You must sign up ahead of time. To sign up or cancel,
call The Senior Office. Please arrive AT LEAST ten minutes early.
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Bunco- This popular parlor game is played in teams with three dice. Please call the Center to sign up. Thursdays at
1:00 PM. It is easy to lear n and the gr oup has a lot of fun.
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Canasta - Fridays from 1:00 - 4:00. You should know how to play. If you played in the past and want to
watch to refresh your memory, you are welcome.
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Chess - The Chess Group welcomes new players every Monday at 1:00 PM for a game or two. Also, if you are
interested in learning how to play, please call the office and let us know. A couple of the players are willing to
come early and do a lesson, if the interest is there.
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Cribbage- Tuesdays from 1:30-4:30.
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Dominoes - We play Mexican Train Dominoes. Warren Township Rules. Wednesdays at 1:00.
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Pinochle - Double Deck - Mondays 12:30-4:00.
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Pinochle- Single Deck- Fridays from 12:30-4:00.
Join the bowlers for some fun on Fridays at 12:30 PM at Bertrand’s Bowling on Washington in
Waukegan. You don’t have to register, just show up at the Bowling alley and ask for the
Warren Group. The cost is $6.00 for three games. Shoes are included. Everyone is welcome.
This is a friendly, non-competitive way to get some exercise, make new friends, and have a lot of
fun. Don’t hesitate to join the group. They are very welcoming.
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Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
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9:00 11:00 Blood Pressure
9:15 10:15 Pilates
9:30 10:15 Body Conditioning
10:30 11:15 Chair Yoga-New Session
11:30 12:15 Arthritis Exercise
12:30-1:15 Stretch YogalatesNew Session
12:30 Pinochle Double Deck
1:00 Chess Club
Register: Tue Arthritis/
Chair Yoga
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9:15 10:15 Pilates
10:30 11:15 Chair Yoga
12:00 Book Discussion/Movie
1:00 Chess Club
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Wednesday
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12:00 BINGO
1:00 Bridge
1:30 Cribbage
Register: Civil War Actor Performance
Theresa’s Classes Cancelled
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10:15 –11:00 Arthritis Exercise
11:15 12:15 Arthritis/Chair Yoga -New Session
12:00 BINGO
1:00 Bridge
1:30 Cribbage
Register: Ala Carte, The Chocolate Sanctuary
Stretch Yogalates Cancelled
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9:15 10:15 Pilates
12:30-1:15 Stretch Yogalates
1:00 Chess Club
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Register: Mardi Gras Luncheon
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9:10-3:00 Foot Clinic
9:15 10:15 Pilates
1:00 Chess Club
1:00-2:30 Civil War Actor
One Person Performance
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11:15 12:15 Arthritis/Chair Yoga
12:00 BINGO
1:00 Bridge
1:30 Cribbage
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12:00 BINGO
1:00 Bridge
1:30 Cribbage
9:15 10:00 Tai Chi-New Session
10:15 11:00 Stretch N FlexNew Session
11:15 12:00 Chair Yoga New
Session
1:00 1:15 Arthritis Plus
1:00 3:00 Mexican Train Dominoes
1:30 3:00 Caregivers Support
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9:15 10:00 Tai Chi
10:15 11:00 Stretch N Flex
9:15 10:00 Tai Chi
9:15 10:00 Tai Chi
11:00-1:30 Ala Carte:
The Chocolate Sanctuary
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Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Senior Center
Closed
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9
15
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9:15 10:00 Stretch N Flex-New
Session
9:30–10:15 Body Conditioning
11:30 12:15 Mix It Up
12:30 Pinochle Single Deck
12:30 Bowling
1:00 4:00 Canasta
1:00 Movie: “The Age of Adaline “
9:15 10:00 Yoga II
10:15 11:00 Yoga I
1:00 Bunco
1:00 LINE DANCING
10:15 11:00Arthritis Exercise
11:30 12:15 Mix It Up
12:30 Bowling
1:00 4:00 Canasta
1:00 Movie: “Jobs”
9:15 10:00 Yoga II
10:15 11:00 Yoga I
1:00 Bunco
1:00 LINE DANCING
12:00 Gurnee AARP
“Holiday Party”
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9:15 10:00 Yoga II
10:15 11:00 Yoga I
1:00 Bunco
1:00 LINE DANCING
8:30-5:30 Hollywood Casino Trip
11:30 12:15 Mix It Up
12:30 Bowling
1:00 4:00 Canasta
1:00 Movie: “Me and Earl and The
Dying Girl”
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9:15 10:00 Yoga II
10:15 11:00 Yoga I
1:00 Bunco
1:00 LINE DANCING
Register: Valentine’s Day Dance
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11:30 12:15 Mix It Up
12:30 Bowling
1:00 4:00 Canasta
1:00 Movie: “Ricki and the Flash”
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JANUARY
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2016
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Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
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Register: iPhone Class
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9:15 10:15 Pilates
1:00 Chess Club
Register: The Field Museum
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9:10-3:00 Foot Clinic
9:15 10:15 Pilates
1:00 Chess Club
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9:15 10:15 Pilates
1:00 Chess Club
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11:30-1:30 MARDI GRAS
LUCHEON FUN
“ John Ludy Puleo”
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12:00 BINGO
1:00 Bridge
1:30 Cribbage
9:15 10:15 Pilates
1:00 Chess Club
1:00 Book Discussion
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2
12:00 BINGO
1:00 Bridge
1:30 Cribbage
Register: Fused Glass Class
9:15 10:15 Pilates
1:00 Chess Club
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Wednesday
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12:00 BINGO
1:00 Bridge
1:30 Cribbage
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12:00 BINGO
1:00 Bridge
1:30 Cribbage
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10:15–11:00 Arthritis Exercise
12:00 BINGO
1:00 Bridge
1:30 Cribbage
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9:15 10:00 Tai Chi
9:30-10:15 Body Conditioning
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9:15 10:00 Tai Chi
11:00-1:30 Ala Carte: Primo
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9:15 10:00 Tai Chi
9:30-11:30 iPhone Class
Thursday
Friday
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9:15 10:00 Yoga II
10:15 11:00 Yoga I
1:00 Bunco
1:00 LINE DANCING
Register: Ala Carte: “Primo” Italian
American Cuisine
Saturday
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12
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19
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26
27
12:30 Bowling
1:00 4:00 Canasta
1:00 Movie: “Paper Town”
Theresa’s Classes Cancelled
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11:30 12:15 Mix It Up
12:30 Bowling
1:00 4:00 Canasta
1:00-3:00 Valentine’s Day Dance
No Movie
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9:15 10:00 Yoga II
10:15 11:00 Yoga I
1:00 Bunco
1:00 LINE DANCING
11:30 12:15 Mix It Up
12:30 Bowling
1:00 4:00 Canasta
1:00 Movie: “Max, Best Friend, Hero,
Marine”
1:00-3:00 Fused Glass Class
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9:15 10:00 Yoga II
9:30-11:30 iPhone Class
10:15 11:00 Yoga I
1:00 Bunco
1:00 LINE DANCING
11:30 12:15 Mix It Up
12:30 Bowling
1:00 4:00 Canasta
1:00 Movie: “ Trainwreck”
February
9:15 10:00 Yoga II
10:15 11:00 Yoga I
1:00 Bunco
1:00 LINE DANCING
1:00 Gurnee AARP—Recorder of Deeds
Mary Ellen Vanderventer
“Property Check”
2016
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ARTHRITIS/CHAIR YOGA - Tuesdays: 11:15-12:15. This class is a combination of Arthritis and Chair
Yoga exercises which include yoga poses, balance, stretching, flexibility, and range of motion. We will NOT
get down on the floor. The current session ends Dec. 29th. The next session runs from 01/12 thru 03/29.
Registration begins Jan. 4th.
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Arthritis Exercise Program - You may sign up for up to two classes per week of this group activity class. It
provides gentle flexibility exercises specifically for those with arthritis. Look and feel better and improve
range of motion. Mondays:11:30-12:15, Tuesdays:9:15-10:00 OR 10:15-11:00, Wednesdays:12:15-1:00.
Thursdays:11:15-12:00 and Friday’s class is 10:15-11:00. You must be r egister ed to attend. Please
check your calendar for the dates the Center is not open or Theresa is not here.
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Arthritis PLUS– This class offers gentle exercises to be done on the floor. ANY Arthritis class participant
may attend from 1:00 to 1:15 on Wednesdays immediately after Ther esa’s 12:15 class. You must have the
ability to get up and down on the floor but, you can use a chair for assistance. Registration required.
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Body Conditioning - You may sign up for up to three classes per week of this class designed for active seniors. The class uses repetitions with weights, tubes, and balls for total toning to build muscles and help
strengthen bones. Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays from 9:30 - 10:15 and 10:30 - 11:15. You must be registered for the specific class to attend. Check your calendar each day for dates when class is cancelled.
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Chair Yoga - is designed for people who have difficulty getting down on the floor. Learn yoga postures,
breathing techniques and ways of relaxation with the aid of a chair. The current Monday session ends Dec
28th and the current Wednesday session ends Dec. 30th. Registration for both classes begins Wednesday, Dec. 30th. Monday session runs 01/04 thru 03/28. Wednesday session runs 01/06 thru 03/30. Always check calendar for exact dates.
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Mix It Up– Need a step up from the Arthritis workout? This class on Fridays from 11:30-12:15 combines a
variety of exercises from using weights to balance to Tai Chi. Every week is different. Register now.
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Pilates- Pilates is a series of exercises designed to evenly condition the entire body while emphasizing core
stability. Smooth, continuous movements strengthen the body and help release tension. You must be signed
up to attend. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a towel. The class meets on Mondays: 9:15-10:15 AM.
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Stretch ‘N Flex– Need a little more flexibility? Sign up for one of these classes: 9:15 to 10:00 on Friday
mornings OR on Wednesdays from 10:15 to 11:00 AM. You must have the ability to get up and down
off the floor! Registration for the next session begins December 31st. The Wednesday session runs 01/06 thru
03/30 and Fridays’ session runs 01/08 thru 04/01.
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Stretch Yogalates - A fusion of Stretch N Flex, Pilates, and Yoga, techniques which will enable you to
stretch, strengthen, tone, and relax! Class is on Mondays from 12:30 to 1:15. The current session ends December 28th. Registration is Thursday, December 31st for the session that runs Jan 4th thru March 28th.
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Tai Chi for Health— easy to learn. A safe & effective way to improve flexibility, muscle strength, improve
heart/lung activity, posture and balance. This class runs in sessions. The current session ends Dec. 23rd. Registration begins Dec. 31st for the session which will run 01/06 thru 03/30. Wednesdays 9:15-10:00 AM.
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YOGA - for healthy people over age 55, yoga builds strength and flexibility along with stretching and relaxation. We provide mats. You must talk to Theresa to sign up. Wear comfortable clothing. Bring a towel.
Yoga II - Thursdays from 9:15-10:00
Yoga I - Thursdays from 10:15-11:00
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FUSED GLASS JEWELRY MAKING CLASS: On Friday, February 19th you will have the opportunity to
make TWO pieces of jewelry with the help of staff from Ceramics For You. Lear n how to cut the glass, arrange and design two beautiful original pieces of jewelry (earrings count as one piece). The class is scheduled from
1:00 to 3:00 PM. Cost is $15.00. Registration begins Tuesday, February 2nd.
Blood Pressure Screenings - Come in and have your blood pressure taken. This service is free thanks to our volunteer health professionals. Mondays from 9:00-11:00 AM.
Foot Clinic - The fourth Monday of the month from 9:10 AM until 3:00 PM. The January date is Monday,
the 25th and in February it is on Monday the 22nd. You must call the Center for an appointment. Cost is
$20.00. Please bring one towel with you.
Caregivers Support Group - For anyone taking care of parents, elderly neighbors, or a spouse who is a senior, the
group provides an opportunity to discuss concerns and share resources with other caregivers. No need to sign up.
Linda Folan of Family Services facilitates the group. For more information, call her at 847-432-4981 ext. 138.
They meet Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:00 PM.
Rosalind Franklin University Community Care Coach—provides Free Health Screenings at the Senior Center.
They offer screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar/diabetes, cholesterol, body mass index, waist measurements,
foot screenings, and osteoporosis. The Coach staff can only accommodate 12 to 16 patients. Walk-ins only. If you
are coming for a blood sugar or cholesterol screening, fasting is necessary. You’re seen in the order you sign
in so, it can be a long wait, especially if you’re fasting. The next date will be Friday, March 18th at 10:00 AM.
The Group that went on the Autumn in FingerLakes. New York trip had a great time. They visited Niagara
Falls, the Lucy Desi Comedy Center, the Corning Museum of Glass and many more fun and interesting attractions.
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Most Fridays at 1:00 PM we show a recent movie. J oin us for the movie and some fr ee popcor n. Please
read the descriptions carefully. They include what kind of movie it is, how long it runs, and whether the
language or themes may be objectionable. We love suggestions. Please continue to send me your requests. I
include them whenever possible. 35 seat limit. We always show subtitles for those who have difficulty hearing.
January 8th: “The Age of Adaline” Dr ama/Romance. Rated PG-13 for a suggestive comment. After miraculously remaining 29-years-old for almost eight decades, Adaline Bowman
has lived a solitary existence, never allowing herself to get close to anyone who might reveal her
secret. But a chance encounter with charismatic philanthropist Ellis Jones reignites her passion for
life and romance. When a weekend with his parents threatens to uncover the truth, Adaline makes
a decision that will change her life forever. Stars Blake Lively, Michiel Huisman, Ellen Burstyn,
Kathy Baker, and Harrison Ford. 1 hrs 52 mins.
January 15th: “Jobs” Dr ama. Rated PG-13 for some drug content and brief strong language. Ashton Kutcher plays tech whiz Steve J obs who dr ops out of school and teams up
with programmer Steve Wozniak to design and sell a basic desktop machine intheir garage.
Jobs’s sense of sleek design and user simplicity helps propel the Apple Computer company to
huge popularity. 2 hrs 9 mins.
January 22nd: “Me and Earl and the Dying Girl” Dr ama. Rated PG-13 for thematic elements, sexual content, drug material, and language. Gr eg is a high school senior tr ying to
blend in anonymously, avoiding deeper relationships as a survival strategy for navigating the social minefield that is teenage life. He describes his constant companion Earl, with whom he makes
short film parodies of classic movies, as more of a 'co-worker' than a best friend. But when Greg's
mom insists he spend time with Rachel - a girl in his class who has just been diagnosed with cancer, he slowly discovers how worthwhile the true bonds of friendship can be. 1 hr 45 mins.
January 29th: “Ricki and the Flash” Comedy/Dr ama. Rated PG-13 for thematic material,
brief drug content, sexuality and language. Mer yl Str eep plays the Fifty-something rocker
Ricki who abandoned her family years ago when she left home to pursue her dreams in Los Angeles. Years later, she dates her guitarist but still fears commitment. But when she gets a call
from her ex-husband that their daughter (played by Mamie Gummer, Streep’s real life daughter)
is going through a difficult time after the collapse of her own marriage, Ricki returns home to try
to make things right. 1 hour 41 minutes.
February 5th: “Paper Towns” Comedy/Romance. Rated PG-13 for some language, drinking, sexuality and partial nudity-all involving teens. Based on the novel by John Green. 17year-old high school senior Quentin "Q" Jacobson believes that everyone gets a miracle in life,
and his came when he was nine, when Margo Roth Spiegelman moved in next door. Margo was
always an adventurer, Q, not so much. One night, Margo shows up at Q's window and leads him
on an all-night adventure that Q is certain signals a friendship - and maybe more. But the next
morning, Margo is gone, disappeared without leaving word with anyone. Or has she? Q starts to
find clues seemingly left just for him - signs of where she went and why she left. 1 hour 49 mins.
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February 19th: “Max, Best Friend, Hero, Marine” Family, Adventur e. Rated PG for action
violence, peril, some thematic elements. Max, a pr ecision-trained military dog, serves on the
frontlines in Afghanistan alongside his handler, U.S. Marine Kyle Wincott. When things go terribly wrong on maneuvers, Kyle is mortally wounded and Max, traumatized by the loss of his best
friend, is unable to remain in service. Shipped stateside, the only human he seems willing to connect with is Kyle's teenage brother, Justin, who has issues of his own and isn't interested in taking
care of his brother's troubled dog. 1 hour 51 minutes.
February 26th: “Trainwreck” Comedy/Romance. Rated R for strong sexual content, nudity,
language and some drug use. Amy Schumer star s as a magazine wr ite whose father dr illed
into her the idea that monogamy isn’t realistic. She lives her life by that credo and remains free
from romantic commitment. When she finds her self falling for the subject of the new article
she’s writing, a charming and successful sports doctor played by Bill Hader, she resists at first.
2 hrs 5 min
Gurnee AARP meets the second Thursday of each month. On Thursday, January 14th at Noon they will have their
Holiday Party Potluck. Everyone is welcome. You must bring a dish to share with the group. The main entrée is
provided. After lunch they play a fun game. Note the change of time.
The speaker for the February 11th meeting will be the Lake County Recorder of Deeds, Mary Ellen Vanderventer.
Her presentation will be on “Property Check”. This free service alerts you if a document is opened in your name or
on your property. This program helps prevent property and mortgage fraud which is a fast growing problem.
This meeting will begin at it’s regular time of 1:00 PM. Refreshments are served. Everyone is welcome. No need
to sign up.
Note: When you ar e scheduling a r ide with one of the companies, please make sur e , if you need a r ide back
home, that the cab company is planning to pick you back up at that location. We recently had a situation where
someone was dropped off in Ingleside but when she called to be picked up, she was told that was outside their service area and they would not go back for her. Also, call and check before your trip if you are going to the Milwaukee airport. All of the companies can take you to Mitchell Field but not all of them are licensed to pick up there.
Please use the numbers on the back of the tickets to arrange rides. If you call taxi drivers directly, make sure they
will still honor the tickets. Sometimes a driver changes companies and that company does not honor the tickets.
If you have ANY problems with any of the cab companies, please call Joanne Adams at 847-244-1101 ext. *503.
It is most helpful to have the cab number and date of travel when reporting a problem with a particular cab driver
or dispatcher.
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HALLOWEEN PARTY
Left: Doris Truelson
makes this Specter look
ready to tap dance and
Patty Baker makes a
great cowgirl. Who is
that in the middle?
Below: Kathleen Warren
makes a beautiful black
cat.
Left to right: Jenny Moreno, Rose Serrano, Neilan
Sankpal, Agnes Howard, Bob Foreman, and Cora
Grospe all got into the spirit of the day.
Pamela Reynolds (right)
had some fun practicing
for the Vitametavegamin
commercial at the Lucy
Desi Center for Comedy,
a
Left: Linda Goldsberry and
Linnea Anderson look like
they both just stepped out of
stagecoach.
Left: Herb and Judy Messner look
fabulous as they
wait for their narrated tour on Captain Bill’s Seneca
Lake cruises
Right: Claudia Janda made sure
this beautiful flapper got on the
dance floor.
Left: Patty Hamilton fit right
into the spookiness of the afternoon with her witch costume.
Right: Kenneth
Cole and Claudia Ekovich just
after their cruise
on the Maid of
the Mist at Niagara Falls.
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HOW TO REGISTER: Registr ation dates/fir st day to
register are listed on the monthly calendar for all the program and events. For your convenience you may register 
by phone or in person at the Senior Center. Helpful hint:
If you prefer to call in to register and get voicemail please
continue to call back until your reach a staff member to
avoid disappoint if the event fills up. Remember to dial *
before the extension you are dialing to call us directly.
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You may register yourself and one other senior.
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Payments must be within one week of registration,
sooner if you register after the first day of registrations.
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Payments: checks made payable to Warren Township
or cash payment within one week of registration.
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Payment may be due immediately if nearing the date
of the program/trip.
the trip. We cannot wait for a PACE bus or cab to
be called and arrive after we return.
Our trips are offered to Warren Township Seniors; if
you want to bring a friend who is not a Warren Resident we will add them to the non-resident waiting list.
If the trip does not fill with Warren Seniors by a week
of the trip we will call the people on the non-resident
waitlist so they will be able to join you on the trip.
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Please arrive EARLY for trips (20 minutes prior to
departure time). We will only wait five minutes past
posted departure time. Only one bus seat per person.
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Final decision on trip attendance is made by Senior
Center staff; decision to cancel trip due to low enrollment will be made in advance of trip.
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Program/Trip credits will be given in full for programs or trips cancelled by the Senior Center.
YOU MAY ONLY REGISTER, PAY FOR AN EVENT, 
OR BUY TAXI TICKETS DURING OUR REGULAR
BUSINESS HOURS.
Refunds cannot be given for programs/trips that require advance admission purchase, entrance fees or
meal orders.
RETURNED CHECK CHARGE: Any check that is
deposited and returned by the bank for any reason will
result in an additional $17.00 charge and a replacement
check will be due immediately.
If you cannot make a program or trip you have registered for, please let us know as soon as possible. We
offer your spot to the first senior on the wait list. Do
NOT give your spot to a fr iend or send a fr iend in
your place. That defeats the purpose of a wait list.
TRIP PROCEDURES AND CANCELLATION POLICY:
Please be sure to REGISTER EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINMENTS IF TRIPS FILL.
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A medical emergency card is required to be on file
here at the Senior Center for all participants. Please
update any changes immediately.
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All Trips (except ala car tes) you will need your
Warren Township ID worn as your name tag. A lanyard will be provided the day of the trip.
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Registration fees must be paid in full one week prior
to the trip or on the last registration date—whichever
comes first.
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For trips that begin or end before our normal
working hours of 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on weekdays and any trips that occur on the weekends,
please schedule your pick-up before you arrive for
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EXERCISE CLASSES:
You must call Theresa or fill out an absence form
every time you have to miss ANY exer cise class.
If you miss three (3) consecutive classes without
informing us, you will be removed from the class.
ACCIDENT PROCEDURES:
When someone falls, especially if they are outside
or bleeding, your first impulse is to help them.
We ask that you inform a staff person right away
so that we can get help. We have all been trained
in First Aid & CPR and have strict procedures we
need to follow—especially when blood is involved.
Thank you for your cooperation.
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Warren Township
17801 W. Washington
Gurnee, IL 60031
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GEORGE A. ILER
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