Come celebrate the end of summer with us at our annual barbeque! The amazing Lin-colnwood Fire Department has graciously agreed to man the grill for us preparing hot dogs, hamburgers/cheeseburgers and brats. We’ll round out the meal with an assort-ment of sides and of course, dessert.

Curious to know if the State of Illinois has record of any money owed to you? A repre-sentative from State Treasurer Dan Rutherford’s office will be on site running the Cash Dash program. Simply give your name and see if the state has record of any cash owed to you—easy as that!

Our musical entertainment will be songs of Gershwin presented by Laura Freeman. Ms. Freeman will perform hits including Summertime, You Can’t Take That Away from Me and But Not for Me.. This is one performance you will not want to miss!

Date: Fri., August 17

Cost: $15 Members; $20 Non-Members

Code: 305208.A

Time: 11:30AM—1:30PM

2012 Lincolnwood Social Club Newsletter

Lincolnwood Place Visit

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Lunch Bunch—White Eagle

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Twilight Dining—Nonno Pino’s

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Movie & Lunch—The Hunger Games

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City-Style Lunch Bunch– Rosebud

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Stay Active, Dance, Feel Great!

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Kendall College Luncheon

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Tai Chi Class 4

AARP Class 5

Movie & Lunch 5

Weekly Drop-Ins 5

City-Style Lunch Bunch—Sixteen

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Twilight Dining—Davis Street Fishmarket

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Ice Cream Social 8

Lunch Bunch—Greenhouse Inn

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October & No-vember Previews

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Summer Barbeque

Xanadu at Drury Lane Theater Xanadu, the surprise hit musical that took Broadway by storm, is based on the movie featuring Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly. A moving, electrifying tale of endless fun with an inspiring message to follow your dreams, Xanadu is a hilarious musical

adventure!

Please select from the following entrees at time of registration: roast pork with apple sauerkraut and rosemary demi glace or chicken breast marsala with mushrooms and marsala wine sauce. Entrees will be served with garden vegetables, potato, fresh bread and dessert.

Date: Thurs., September 20

Cost: $80 Members; $96 Non-Members

Code: 105422.B Time: 10:30AM—5:30PM

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Let’s lunch with our friends at Lincolnwood Place! Come and see the recent renovations to the lobby and several other areas of the fa-cility. No transportation is provided for this program gra-ciously sponsored by Lincolnwood Place.

Date: Fri., August 3 Time: 11AM-12:30PM Code: 305407.C Location: 7000 N. McCormick, Lincolnwood Cost: FREE—Members Only

Named after inventor Thom-as Alva Edison, Edison Park has one of the highest popula-tions of Irish ancestry in Chicago.

Let’s go to Edison Park! Nonno Pino’s Italian Kitchen brings to life the energy of an Ital-ian Trattoria. With 25-foot ceilings, exposed brick walls and an open floor plan, this space is perfect for our group of Twilight Diners! We will enjoy a family style meal including two appetizers, salad, pasta and choice of entrée. A dessert platter and non-alcoholic beverages round out the meal. The cost per person (payable to your server) is $20 plus tax and gratuity. As always, the cost of your meal and transportation are your responsibility for Twilight Dining. Date: Wed., August 15 Time: Reservation @ 6PM Code: 205408.C Location: 6718 Northwest Highway, Chicago

Lunch & Tour—Lincolnwood Place

Twilight Dining—Nonno Pino’s

The August Lunch Bunch selection is a member-

request for local favorite,The White Eagle. Known

for family style dining, favorite menu items include

pierogi, mashed potatoes, roast chicken and beef

brisket. No one will go home hungry after this meal!

As always, transportation and the cost of your meal

are your responsibility.

Date: Fri., August 10 Code: 305418.A

Time: Reservation @ 11:30AM Location: 6839 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles

August Lunch Bunch—The White Eagle

City-Style Lunch Bunch—Rosebud

This is where it all began. Rosebud founder Alex Dana started this empire in 1975 and turned a former gro-cery store into one of Chicago’s most exciting destinations. Discriminating diners like Tony Bennett, Oprah Winfrey and Frank Sinatra have all enjoyed dining at this Little Italy staple. Signature dishes include the perfect chicken vesuvio, sau-sage and peppers, baked clams and tiramisu. As always, the cost of your meal is your responsibility. Date: Fri., August 24 Time: 10:45AM—1:30PM Code: 305418.B Cost: $15—Members Only

P A G E 3 A U G U S T / S E P T E M B E R N E W S L E T T E R

Movie & Lunch—The Hunger Games Based on the best-selling young-adult novel by Suzanne Collins, The Hunger Games tells the tale of a 16-year-old girl who is se-lected to compete in a vicious televised tournament in which 24 teens from a post-apocalyptic society fight to the death for the en-tertainment of the masses. Starring Jennifer Lawrence, Woody Harrelson, Liam Hemsworth and Josh Hutcherson, this movie is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. Assorted pizzas will be ordered from Rosati’s Pizza. No menu selection is needed.

Date: Wed., August 22

Time: 11:30AM—Lunch; Noon—Movie Code: 305207.C Lunch and Movie; 305207.C1 Movie Only Cost: $9—Members; $12 Non-Members (Movie & Lunch) $3 Members; $5 Non-Members (Movie Only)

Stay Active—Dance—Feel Great! This new exercise dance class is designed specifically for older active adults. Dance strengthens your heart, improves your overall mood and the American Council on Exercise suggests that dancing for aerobic fitness also helps improve memory. Join instructor Diane Garvey as she leads you through simple to follow choreography with fun easy moves. The music is motivating and in-cludes jazz, disco, Latin and swing. Each class will include light weight work, balance and stretching. FREE demo class will be held on August 27 from 9-10am. Drop In rate is $8—Member; $10—Non-member. Date: September 10-October 29 Time: 9-10AM Code: 305344.A Cost: $48—Members;$60—Non-members

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Tai Chi Class & FREE Demonstration

Kendall College Luncheon White tablecloths, spotless tableware and wine glasses, impeccable service, a view of the city skyline and, best of all, excellent food, and it's all part of one of Chicago's most prestigious culinary schools – Kendall College. The Dining Room at the Kendall College offers guests the opportunity to taste the classroom pro-jects of chefs-in-training before they become famous, while enjoying the majestic views of beautiful downtown Chicago. Guests will enjoy ordering off the extensive lunch menu including an appetizer, main course and dessert. Non-alcoholic beverages are also included. The costs associated with alcohol purchase/consumption would be your responsibility. Please note: dress code is business casual. Date: Wed., August 29 Cost: $50 Members; $60 Non-Members Code: 105412.D Time: 11:00AM—Depart; 3:00PM–Estimated Return Time

Tai Chi consists of fluid, gentle movements that are slow in tempo. It improves strength, flexibility, balance, well-being and overall fitness. This form is especially ideal to free up stiff joints and muscles. Join instructor Renee Gatsis on Wednesday, August 29, from 11am-Noon for a FREE demonstration class. Code: 304305.A Date: September 5—October 24 Cost: $64 Members; $80 Non-Members Code: 304303.A Time: 11AM—Noon

Social Club members enjoyed an afternoon on the Spirit of Chicago on June 20, complete with lunch and an architectural history tour. Everyone enjoyed their time on the Pier!

Tai Chi Class & FREE Demonstration

An overtaxed Manhattan couple moves to a liberated community that rejects rules of contemporary so-ciety. Elysium, a small, free-spirited community where money has no value, clothes are strictly option-al, and everyone works together to make life more meaningful, is the perfect place for this stressed out couple. Paul Rudd and Jennifer Aniston star in this comedy. Lunch will be ordered from Happy Chef. Please select from one of the following meals at time of registra-tion: chop suey (beef, chicken or pork), BBQ pork with vegetables, curry chick-en or beef or sweet and sour shrimp. Date: Fri., September 7 Time: 11:30AM—Lunch; Noon—Movie Code: 305207.E Lunch and Movie; 305207.E1 Movie Only Cost: $9—Members; $12 Non-Members (Movie & Lunch) $3 Members; $5 Non-Members (Movie Only)

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Weekly Drop-In Programs Join fellow Social Club members and non-members for these fun weekly drop-in programs.

Bridge—Mondays from 12:15-3PM; FREE for members; $3 for non-members

Exercise—Tuesday/Thursday from 9-9:50AM; $2 for mem-bers; $3 for non-members

Mah Jongg—Thursdays from 12:30-3pm; FREE for mem-bers; $3 for non-members

If you have an idea for a new drop-in program, please call Jan Springer at (847) 677-9740.

Cars have changed. So have the traffic rules, driving conditions and the roads you travel everyday. By taking this course, you can expect to learn current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s challenging driving environment. You’ll learn to adjust to common age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time. This eight-hour program is a classroom refresher course for drivers 55 years of age and over. Fees are paid to the instructor on the first class. Please bring a check payable to AARP. You must attend both days to receive certi-fication for insurance discounts. Date: Tues/Thurs, September 4 & 6 Time: 9am—1pm Cost: $12—AARP Members; $14—Non-AARP Members Code: 305302.A

AARP Defensive Driving Course A U G U S T / S E P T E M B E R N E W S L E T T E R

Movie & Lunch—Wanderlust & Happy Chef

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Located on the 16th floor of Trump International Tower, the award-winning Sixteen presents a truly unparalleled epicurean experience. Sixteen showcases a thoughtful approach to progressive French-inspired American cui-sine, focused on sourcing the highest quality ingredients from around the world. The restaurant boasts 30-foot floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views of Lake Michigan, the Chicago River and the Wrigley Clock Tow-er. A three-course prix-fixe tasting menu includes strawber-ry green tea refresher, soup, salad, main entrée and dessert. The cost of your meal is included in the price of this trip. Date: Wed., September 12 Time: 11:15AM-2:30PM Code: 305418.E Cost: *$57—Members Only

September City-Style Lunch Bunch—Sixteen

Twilight Dining—Davis Street Fishmarket Since 1985, Davis Street Fishmarket, at the corner of Hinman and Davis Street,

has been thrilling patrons with the most memorable seafood experiences of their lives. Fresh fish and shellfish are flown in every day from all three coasts to create imaginative and authentic seasonal daily specials.

Located in downtown Evanston in an historic building that was the original ad-

missions building for Northwestern University, Davis Street Fishmarket offers complimentary valet parking service for your convenience. Date: Wed., September 19 Time: Reservation @ 6PM Code: 205408.D Location: 501 Davis Street, Evanston Cost of meal and transportation are not included.

“I try to learn from the past, but I plan for the future by focusing exclusive-ly on the present. That’s where the fun is.” Donald Trump

Lincolnwood Social Club membership dues are required of every-one participating in drop-in programs or the daily non-member rate must be paid. The 2012-13 membership year runs from

June 1, 2012-May 31, 2013. If you have not paid the annual fee, please be prepared to pay the non-member rate for the following:

senior exercise, bridge, and mah jongg.

Lincolnwood Social Club 6900 N. Lincoln Avenue Lincolnwood, IL 60712

(847) 677-9740

September City-Style Lunch Bunch—Sixteen

P A G E 7 A U G U S T / S E P T E M B E R N E W S L E T T E R

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! Ice cream socials date back to the 18th century in America. They were frequently organized by churches, fashioned after the “ice cream gardens” that were common in society at that time. Join us for our traditional ice cream social complete with hot fudge and a cherry on top! While enjoying dessert, The Irish Troubadour will entertain the group with songs from Ireland as well as tra-

ditional American tunes. His music will be the perfect complement to the sweet afternoon ice cream treats! Date: Wed., September 26 Time: 1-2PM Code: 305418.F2 Cost: $7—Members Only

Ice Cream Social & The Irish Troubadour

Twilight Dining—Davis Street Fishmarket

September Lunch Bunch—Greenhouse Inn A pleasant, cheerful place to relax and have lunch served by the friendliest waitstaff in town! The Greenhouse Inn Restaurant offers a wide variety of choices from the salad bar and hot buffet to the grill to their homemade desserts.

Located on the Misericordia campus, parking is both convenient and FREE! A tour will be offered after lunch if available the day of. We do not provide transportation for Lunch Bunch, and the cost of

your meal is your responsibility.

Date: Fri., September 28 Time: Reservation @ 11:30AM

Code: 305418.A1

Location: 6300 N. Ridge Avenue, Chicago

August Birthdays

Helenlu Anderson Aug. 7 Roy Bellavia Aug. 4 Barbara Kaplan Aug. 11 Hilda Karam Aug. 20 Joan Larsen Aug. 24 Louise Moreno Aug. 19 Anna Pawlowski Aug. 31 Diane Petersen Aug. 2 Ernest Shavitz Aug. 6 Florence White Aug. 9

September Birthdays

Gladys Goodmonson Sept. 22 Barbara Heller Sept. 10 Carolyn Jacobson Sept. 3 Lorraine Meyer Sept. 8 Ernest Scott Sept. 25 Jan Siemsen Sept. 28 Isabel Zack Sept. 10

October & November Previews!

Dreamgirls at Lincolnshire Marriott All you have to do is dream! This Tony Award winning musical is a true Broadway spectacle…a splashy tour de force of razzle-dazzle…taking you into a world of platinum records, high pressure promotion and overnight stardom. Full of onstage joy and backstage drama you’ll follow the rags to riches story of a female 1960s Motown group from Chicago…“The Dreams.” Featuring the unforgettable hits “And I am Telling You I’m Not Going” and “One Night Only” this is a musical that “strikes with the speed and heat of lightning” – The New York Times.

Date: Wed., October 10 Cost: $80 Members; $96 Non-Members

Code: 305404.A Time: 10AM—5:30PM

Singin’ in the Rain at Drury Lane Based on the 1954 film starring Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds, which the American Film Institute named the #1 Greatest Movie Musical of all time and The New York Times called “The happiest movie musical ever made.” Exhila-rating dance numbers, a toe-tapping score, and an effervescent love story cre-ate a delightful stage production that honors the movie musical of the 1940s and the revolutionary birth of the talking motion picture. The joyous musical will leave audiences with a “glorious feeling,” wishing for a downpour so they can go singin’ and dancing’ in the rain! Date: Wed., November 28 Cost: $80—Members; $96—Non-Members Code: 305405.A Time: 10:30AM-5:30PM