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
Oct 4th & 18th – Walmart - Join our Bi-Monthly trip to Walmart in Huntley. P/up starts 8:30 am ERT 10:30 Fee -$5 RSVP- 9/24 & 10/8
Oct 17th – Richmond BratHaus- Celebrate the spirit of Octoberfest with some Bier Cheese soup, Colossal Bavarian Pretzel or an authentic gourmet bratwurst at The BratHaus. PO P/up 10:30 ERT 1:00 Fee- $10 RSVP 10/8
Oct 23rd – Rise & Shine Restaurant – Rise & Shine is a family owned business in Sycamore and serves Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. PO P/up 10:30 ERT 1:00 Fee $5 RSVP 10/15.
Oct 28th - Culver’s in Huntley –Butter Burgers, here we come! PO P/up 10:30 ERT 1:00 Fee $5 RSVP 8/22 Pay your own tab
NOVEMBER
Nov 1st & 15th– Walmart - Join our Bi-Monthly trip to Walmart in Huntley. P/up starts 8:30 am ERT 10:30 Fee -$5 RSVP- 10/29 & 11/5
Nov 4th Operation Christmas Stocking –– We are back for our 3rd year! Bring your Holiday Spirit as we decorate & stuff pre-made Christmas stockings to bring a little joy to those seniors who could use an extra pick me this Holiday Season. All elves are welcome to decorate Christmas Stockings, all supplies are provided. Stockings will be delivered in December. 12-2pm Fee $0 RSVP 10/29
Nov 7th Rookies, in Huntley Thursday Special 1⁄2 price Italian Beef P.O. P/up 11:00 ERT- 1:00 Fee- $5 RSVP 10/29 pay your own tab
Nov 11th - Wendy’s in Huntley – Enjoy lunch at Wendy’s in Huntley and catch up with friends. P.O. P/up 10:30 ERT 1:00 Fee $5 RSVP 11/5 Pay your own tab
Nov 13th – 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 11/5
Nov 14th - Cherry Valley Mall, Rockford-Shop ‘til you drop and let us do the driving. P.O.P/Up 10:00 ERT 3:30 Fee $15 Rsvp by 11/7
Nov 17th – You Can’t Take it with You- ECC Arts Center This classic screwball comedy of a quirky New York family, their snooty in-laws crash dinner, chaos erupts, leading to a houseful of unexpected arrests. Time: PO P/up 2:00 Fee $ 20 RSVP 11/5 Show starts at 3:00
Nov 20 – Chili’s, Algonquin- Chili’s in Algonquin serves classic Tex-Mex & American fare. They have great lunch specials starting at $10. PO P/up 10:30 ERT 1:00 Fee- $5 RSVP 11/12
NOV 25th- Culver’s in Huntley –Butter Burgers, here we come! PO P/up 10:30 ERT 1:00 Fee $ 5 RSVP 11/19 Pay your own tab
Nov 27th Crafty Seniors- Wood Biscuit Angel. We will be using wooden biscuits to create the cutest Angel you can add to your Christmas décor or leave out all year long. Time: 11-1 Fee $ 20 RSVP 11/12
Seniors On The Go
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.
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!