STAY ACTIVE NEWSLETTER
STAY ACTIVE is a quarterly publication for active adults designed to bring you news about activities, vents, 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.
ACTIVE ADULTS EVENTS
Event Type
All
Active Adults
Aquatic Events
Chevy Chase Event
Community Event
Community Survey
Fitness Event
Historical Society
Kids Night Out
Senior Trips
Wheeling Historical Society
09feb11:45 am1:30 pmBoston Fish Market Trip11:45 am - 1:30 pm
Age
55+
Event Details
Go out to lunch at the Wheeling Boston Fish Market with friends old and new! Lunch is not included in the price of the fee. Age: 55+ Registration Deadline:2/2
Event Details
Go out to lunch at the Wheeling Boston Fish Market with friends old and new! Lunch is not included in the price of the fee.
Age: 55+
Registration Deadline:2/2
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Fee
Resident $5 / Non-Residents $8
Time
(Thursday) 11:45 am - 1:30 pm CT
Location
Community Recreation Center
100 Community Boulevard
14feb1:00 pm3:00 pmActive Adults Valentine's Bingo1:00 - 3:00 pm
Age
55+
Event Details
Each participant will receive a valentine and special treat! We will play 10 games. Registration Deadline: 2/7 Register Today
Event Details
Each participant will receive a valentine and special treat! We will play 10 games.
Registration Deadline: 2/7
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Fee
$8
Time
(Tuesday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm CT
Location
Community Recreation Center
100 Community Boulevard
23feb10:15 am2:30 pmHigh Tea with Gerri10:15 am - 2:30 pm
Age
55+
Event Details
Nestled in the historic village of Long Grove, Gerri’s Tea Room represents her roots and heritage as a native of Ireland and London-trained culinary aficionado. The high tea is inspired
Event Details
Nestled in the historic village of Long Grove, Gerri’s Tea Room represents her roots and heritage as a native of Ireland and London-trained culinary aficionado. The high tea is inspired by British classics – an artful array of finger sandwiches, raisin 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 time to explore the shops of Downtown Long Grove.
Age: 55+
Registration Deadline: 2/16
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Fee
Resident $62 / Non-Residents $68
Time
(Thursday) 10:15 am - 2:30 pm CT
Location
Community Recreation Center
100 Community Boulevard
14mar10:00 am6:15 pmBrew Methods & Downtown Galena10:00 am - 6:15 pm
Age
55+
Event Details
Explore and enjoy lunch in downtown Galena! At 2:45 pm head over to the Brew Methods to enjoy a private class by an expert barista who will walk through a
Event Details
Explore and enjoy lunch in downtown Galena! At 2:45 pm head over to the Brew Methods to enjoy a private class by an expert barista who will walk through a cupping experience with one of their six specialty coffee offerings. Next, learn four different at home brewing methods.
Included: Brew Methods class taught by expert barista, five 3oz servings of specialty coffee, one dessert plate for paring with the coffee, 1 lb. Bag Specialty Whole Bean Coffee.
Age: 55+
Registration Deadline: 2/28
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Fee
Resident $65 / Non-Residents $70
Time
(Tuesday) 10:00 am - 6:15 pm CT
Location
Community Recreation Center
100 Community Boulevard
17mar1:00 pm3:00 pmActive Adults St.Patrick's Day Bingo1:00 - 3:00 pm
Age
55+
Event Details
Feelin’ extra lucky? The treats will be extra sweet on this lucky day! We will play 10 games. Registration Deadline: 3/10 Register
Event Details
Feelin’ extra lucky? The treats will be extra sweet on this lucky day! We will play 10 games.
Registration Deadline: 3/10
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Fee
$8
Time
(Friday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm CT
Location
Community Recreation Center
100 Community Boulevard
23mar10:00 am11:30 amCoffee and A Craft10:00 - 11:30 am
Age
55+
Event Details
Spend the morning having coffee and creating a project that you can take home to enjoy! Registration Deadline: 3/9 Register Today
Event Details
Spend the morning having coffee and creating a project that you can take home to enjoy!
Registration Deadline: 3/9
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Fee
Residents: $12 / Non-Residents: $15
Time
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 11:30 am CT
Location
Community Recreation Center
100 Community Boulevard
31mar10:40 am2:30 pmBavarian Bierhaus10:40 am - 2:30 pm
Age
55+
Event Details
Dine at a Bavarian-style beer hall featuring craft brews and German comfort meals in Glendale, Wisconsin. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip. Age: 55+ Registration Deadline: 3/24
Event Details
Dine at a Bavarian-style beer hall featuring craft brews and German comfort meals in Glendale, Wisconsin. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip.
Age: 55+
Registration Deadline: 3/24
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Fee
Resident $10 / Non-Residents $15
Time
(Friday) 10:40 am - 2:30 pm CT
Location
Community Recreation Center
100 Community Boulevard
27apr3:00 pm6:00 pmSenior Prom3:00 - 6:00 pm
Age
55+
Event Details
Get dressed up and spend the afternoon dancing with friends, old and new! Dinner and one beer/wine ticket is included. Beer and wine will be available for purchase on site. Registration
Event Details
Get dressed up and spend the afternoon dancing with friends, old and new! Dinner and one beer/wine ticket is included. Beer and wine will be available for purchase on site.
Registration Deadline: 4/13
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Fee
Residents: $20 / Non-Residents: $25
Time
(Thursday) 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm CT
Location
Community Recreation Center
100 Community Boulevard
09may1:00 pm2:30 pmPuzzle Palooza1:00 - 2:30 pm
Age
55+
Event Details
Register a team of up to 4 people to compete in a 500 piece puzzle race! Teams will race to complete the puzzle the fastest and the members of the
Event Details
Register a team of up to 4 people to compete in a 500 piece puzzle race! Teams will race to complete the puzzle the fastest and the members of the winning group will receive a gift card! Snacks will be provided. Fee is per team-1 Member registers and gives the names of their teammates.
Registration Deadline: 4/25
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Fee
$10
Time
(Tuesday) 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm CT
Location
Community Recreation Center
100 Community Boulevard
15mayAll Day18French Lick Resort & Casino TripMay 15 - May 18
Age
55+
Event Details
Enjoy a 4 day, 3 night stay at French Lick Resort and Casino from May 15 – May 18. The fee for the trip is $1,229. Included is lodging, 6
Event Details
Enjoy a 4 day, 3 night stay at French Lick Resort and Casino from May 15 – May 18. The fee for the trip is $1,229. Included is lodging, 6 meals, a tour of the Kentucky Derby Museum, Wine Tasting at French Lick Winery, Red Skelton Museum, and more!
To register for this trip please contact Betty Cloud at Shama Travel betty@shamatravel.com or 847-846-6675. Registration must be done through Betty Cloud not Wheeling Park District.
Age: 55+
Fee: $1,229
Registration Deadline: TBD
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Fee
$1,229
Time
may 15 (Monday) - 18 (Thursday) CT
Location
Community Recreation Center
100 Community Boulevard
ADULT DROP IN
GET REIMBURSED FOR WORKING OUT!
Get reimbursed for working out! Many health care 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 Fitness Center participates in Prime and Healthy Contributions reimbursements.
UPCOMING SENIOR TRIPS
Take all of the work out of travel and let us take you to the best places in the Chicagoland area!
All trips depart from and return to the CRC.
REFUND POLICY Should you need to cancel your trip, please notify us immediately and we will do our best to find a replacement. If a replacement is found, the fee will be refunded. If a replacement is not found, no refund is issued.
Event Type
All
Active Adults
Aquatic Events
Chevy Chase Event
Community Event
Community Survey
Fitness Event
Historical Society
Kids Night Out
Senior Trips
Wheeling Historical Society
09feb11:45 am1:30 pmBoston Fish Market Trip11:45 am - 1:30 pm
Age
55+
Event Details
Go out to lunch at the Wheeling Boston Fish Market with friends old and new! Lunch is not included in the price of the fee. Age: 55+ Registration Deadline:2/2
Event Details
Go out to lunch at the Wheeling Boston Fish Market with friends old and new! Lunch is not included in the price of the fee.
Age: 55+
Registration Deadline:2/2
more
Fee
Resident $5 / Non-Residents $8
Time
(Thursday) 11:45 am - 1:30 pm CT
Location
Community Recreation Center
100 Community Boulevard
23feb10:15 am2:30 pmHigh Tea with Gerri10:15 am - 2:30 pm
Age
55+
Event Details
Nestled in the historic village of Long Grove, Gerri’s Tea Room represents her roots and heritage as a native of Ireland and London-trained culinary aficionado. The high tea is inspired
Event Details
Nestled in the historic village of Long Grove, Gerri’s Tea Room represents her roots and heritage as a native of Ireland and London-trained culinary aficionado. The high tea is inspired by British classics – an artful array of finger sandwiches, raisin 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 time to explore the shops of Downtown Long Grove.
Age: 55+
Registration Deadline: 2/16
more
Fee
Resident $62 / Non-Residents $68
Time
(Thursday) 10:15 am - 2:30 pm CT
Location
Community Recreation Center
100 Community Boulevard
14mar10:00 am6:15 pmBrew Methods & Downtown Galena10:00 am - 6:15 pm
Age
55+
Event Details
Explore and enjoy lunch in downtown Galena! At 2:45 pm head over to the Brew Methods to enjoy a private class by an expert barista who will walk through a
Event Details
Explore and enjoy lunch in downtown Galena! At 2:45 pm head over to the Brew Methods to enjoy a private class by an expert barista who will walk through a cupping experience with one of their six specialty coffee offerings. Next, learn four different at home brewing methods.
Included: Brew Methods class taught by expert barista, five 3oz servings of specialty coffee, one dessert plate for paring with the coffee, 1 lb. Bag Specialty Whole Bean Coffee.
Age: 55+
Registration Deadline: 2/28
more
Fee
Resident $65 / Non-Residents $70
Time
(Tuesday) 10:00 am - 6:15 pm CT
Location
Community Recreation Center
100 Community Boulevard
31mar10:40 am2:30 pmBavarian Bierhaus10:40 am - 2:30 pm
Age
55+
Event Details
Dine at a Bavarian-style beer hall featuring craft brews and German comfort meals in Glendale, Wisconsin. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip. Age: 55+ Registration Deadline: 3/24
Event Details
Dine at a Bavarian-style beer hall featuring craft brews and German comfort meals in Glendale, Wisconsin. Lunch is not included in the price of the trip.
Age: 55+
Registration Deadline: 3/24
more
Fee
Resident $10 / Non-Residents $15
Time
(Friday) 10:40 am - 2:30 pm CT
Location
Community Recreation Center
100 Community Boulevard
15mayAll Day18French Lick Resort & Casino TripMay 15 - May 18
Age
55+
Event Details
Enjoy a 4 day, 3 night stay at French Lick Resort and Casino from May 15 – May 18. The fee for the trip is $1,229. Included is lodging, 6
Event Details
Enjoy a 4 day, 3 night stay at French Lick Resort and Casino from May 15 – May 18. The fee for the trip is $1,229. Included is lodging, 6 meals, a tour of the Kentucky Derby Museum, Wine Tasting at French Lick Winery, Red Skelton Museum, and more!
To register for this trip please contact Betty Cloud at Shama Travel betty@shamatravel.com or 847-846-6675. Registration must be done through Betty Cloud not Wheeling Park District.
Age: 55+
Fee: $1,229
Registration Deadline: TBD
more
Fee
$1,229
Time
may 15 (Monday) - 18 (Thursday) CT
Location
Community Recreation Center
100 Community Boulevard