Seniors On The Go
Seniors on the Go is a group of Seniors (age 60 or older) or disabled persons that live in Hampshire Township or the surrounding communities. There is no cost to be a member (certain events may have a fee)! The group meets throughout the month to join in fun, socialization and fellowship, and we always welcome new faces! Please see the calendar of events and join us. Transportation is available for Hampshire Township residents if you call ahead. Please contact us at 847-683-9464 ext. 5 to arrange transportation or sign up for an event. We look forward to meeting you!
OVERNIGHT TRIPS OFFERED TO OUR SENIORS THROUGH HAMPSHIRETOWNSHIP
For more information contact Jody at 847-683-9464. Trips are limited to 14 people. Non-residents will pay an additional $20 per person per trip.
Calendars of Events
December 2024
Monthly EVENTS
Note to Riders: Going forward, we kindly request that we are given 72 hours advanced notice if you will be needing a ride to an event. In the event, that you cancel your ride, please provide 48 hours.
Below are some activities that take place each month, but our outings are not limited to this! Please click on this month's calendar (above) for a full listing of events.
Attendees are welcome to take their own transportation to these events, or, call ahead for a ride. Please call us at 847-683-9464 ext. 5 to sign-up for an event and for transportation.
ATTENTION: When events have a limited seating or require an RSVP, we will open the events to non-residents 2 weeks prior to the RSVP deadline. SO RSVP EARLY!!! Fees listed include transportation and cost of admission unless otherwise noted. If you choose to drive yourself to an event with transportation offered, a registration fee of $3 per individual and $5 per couple is required instead of the full transportation fee.
REGULAR EVENTS
YOGA W/ ANASTASIA 9:00 am Mondays & Thursdays - Anastasia will offer her version of chair yoga. It will help you improve your balance, strength and stay flexible.
BINGO: Tuesdays 11:00am - Join us at the Hampshire Township every Tuesday to play Bingo. It’s the perfect time to meet new friends or connect with old friends and win some prizes! Games start at 11:07, please arrive prior to 11am.
DICE GAME: Fridays 11:00 am - Start saving your nickels, dimes & quarters! The 1st & 3rd Friday will be playing Ship, Captain, Crew (SCC) for quarters. The 2nd & 4th Friday will be Left Right Center (LRC) for nickels & dimes. Everyone will have their own dice for each game. Game starts at 11:00.
CASH BINGO 11:00 am Last Thursday the month. The last bingo card is sold at 11:00. $10 for 10 games 3 bingo cards per game. Bring dauber or marker and an attitude to have fun!
WALMART 8:30 am- Get your shopping done at Walmart. The bus will pick you up, drop you off at the door and when you’re done we will drive you home. Can’t beat that service! We recommend you buy a Punch Card for payment for Walmart Trip. MUST CALL TO SIGN UP 72 HRs in advance P.U.’s start at 8:30am. ERT 10:30am
CRAFTY SENIORS 11-1 pm – Join Sue and the Group as they create something marvelous. Offered 6 times a year, on the 3rd or 4th Wednesday of the month. Keep an eye out for her next exciting project!_______________________________________________________________
ATTENTION: Fees listed include transportation and cost of admission unless otherwise noted. If you choose to drive yourself to an event where a reservation needs to be made, a registration fee of $3 per individual or $5 per couple is required instead of the full transportation fee.
OCTOBER
Effective Oct 1st - A $5 transportation fee will be charged for Wendy’s & Culver’s in Huntley
DECEMBER 5th & 19th - Goebberts Christmas Light Show and Pizza Dinner. Goebberts Light Show was so popular in 2023 we had to add a 2nd trip. We will finish the night off with going out for pizza. P.O. P/up 5:00 ERT – 7:00 Fee $ 15.00 Non-Res $18.00 RSVP 11/26
Dec 6th & 20th – Walmart - Join our Bi-Monthly trip to Walmart in Huntley. P/up starts 8:30 am ERT 10:30 Fee -$5 RSVP- 11/26 & 11/10
Dec 6th- Chocolate Covered Cherries – Join Jody as she teaches you how to make her special Holiday treat. Bring a container large enough to carry home your 3 dozen Choc. Cherries.Time 1- 3:00 Fee $12.00 Non-Res $15.00 RSVP 11/26
Dec 11th – Lunch w/Friends -. Bring a sack lunch and meet new friends or join old friends during the lunch hour. To make it extra special, we will serve cake and celebrate the monthly birthdays. Time: 12-1:30 Fee $0 RSVP 12/3
Dec 12th- Faith Way Baptist Church Senior Luncheon & Christmas Program- Lynn & Karen Acker will be taking reservations for this event or Contact 815-321-9366 or E-mail FaithwayBaptistChurch@gmail.com to RSVP
Dec 16th – Jameson’s Charhouse- Jameson’s Charhouse is an American chophouse presenting grilled meats, burgers & salads in a warm, setting located at Del Web in Huntley. You’re sure to find something on their menu to enjoy. Pay your own tab PO P/up 12:00 ERT 2:30 Fee- $5 Non- Res - $6 RSVP 12/1
Dec 30th – Culver’s- Butter Burgers, here we come! PO P/up 10:30 ERT 1:00 Fee $ 5 Non-Res $6 Pay your own tab RSVP 12/17