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 soon. Transportation is available for Hampshire Township residents if you call ahead. Please contact us at 224-828-0303 to arrange transportation or sign up for an event. We look forward to meeting you!
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 of the favorite 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 224-828-0303 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.
Zoom Yoga – Thursdays 9:00 AM. We will have zoom set up in our multi-purpose room at the Township or you can do zoom from your home. Email the Township Supervisor @ supervisor@hampshiretownship.org for the link to join. Just download the zoom app and click the link provided to your and enjoy yoga at home.
On Site Yoga w/ Anastasia - Mondays 9:00 am. Anastasia will offer her version of chair yoga. It will help you improve your balance, strength, and stay flexible.
Walking Club – Starting back up May 3rd. Meet by the pavilion at Bruce Ream Park to walk the track with others. Wednesday & Friday at 9am.
Bingo: Tuesdays 11 am - Join us at the Township every Tuesday to play Bingo. Its the perfect time to meet new friends or connect with old friends and win some prizes. Games start at 11:07.
Dice Game - Fridays 11 am. Start saving your nickels, dimes, & quarters. The 1st and 3rd Friday will be Ship, Captain, Crew (SCC) for quarters. The 2nd and 4th Friday will be Left Right Center (LRC) for nickels and dimes. Everyone will have their owe dice for each game. Game starts at 11:07.
Cash Bingo: Last Thursday of the month. Bingo starts at 11. We suggest you bring your lunch & get settled until we are ready to go. $10 for 10 games. 3 bingo cards per game. Bring Dauber or Marker and an attitude to have fun!
Crafty Seniors: Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. No talent needed. Just the desire to have fun and try something new. You will leave with a completed project.
ATTENTION: 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 or $5 per couple is required instead of the full transportation fee.
SPECIAL EVENTS:
May 5th & 19th - Walmart: Get your shopping done at Walmart. The bus will pick you up, drop you off at your 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 Trips. p/u starts at 8:30am ERT 10:30 Fee $5
May 1st - Wendy's in Huntley: Enjoy lunch at Wendy's in Huntley and catch up with friends. PP p/u 10:30 ERT 1pm. RSVP by 4/25 pay your own tab.
May 3rd - Hampshire Social: Sit a spell and enjoy a cup of Joe and good conversation. If you are walking with the Walking Club, walk on over. p/u starts at 10:15 RSVP 4/26
May 8th - Paper Crafting w/ Pam: Join Pam D. as she instructs you to create 2 beautiful paper card projects. Pam will craft an appropriate themed card for the season. Class size 6 to 12. 12-2pm. RSVP 5/2
May 11th - Genoa Cafe: Genoa Cafe is known for great breakfast options, simple menu & comfort food. PO p/u 10:30am ERT 12:30pm. Fee $5 RSVP 4/5 pay your own tab.
May 16th - Woodstock Farmers Market: It is that time of year all things summer are starting. The Woodstock Farmers Markey at Woodstock Square is open. Everything you purchase is grown or made locally. PO p/u 9am ERT 1:30 Fee $10 RSVP 5/9
May 18th - Maple & Hash: A new favorite or ours. PO p/u 11:00 ERT 1pm RSVP 5/10 Pay your own tab.
May 22nd- Culver's in Huntley: Butter Burgers, here we come! PO p/u 10:30 ERT 1pm RSVP 5/23 pay your own tab
May 24th - Planting Party at Klein's Garden Market: We will custom design your planters with annuals & help with the planting of your own pots, or take plants home and plant in your garden we help you design. A day at a Garden Center is always fun. PO p/u 10:30 ERT 1:30pm RSVP 5/17 Fee $5. Pay Klein's for purchase.
May 29th - Kane County Cougars: We have a suite reserved at the ballpark so you can watch a game in comfort. Sign up early. Game time 1:00 Limited to 20 persons. PO p/u 11:15 ERT 4pm Fee $10 includes transportation. RSVP 4/27