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         Day Trips and Extended Trips

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                                                 Open to everyone!

      The Sandwich Park District offers a wide variety of travel programs for adults.  Whether you enjoy plays or dinner theater, shopping trips or casinos, there is something for everyone!  Our program coordinator, Christine McMahon, will act as your hostess and will make sure you have an enjoyable experience, whatever you choose.

         Please consult our program guide for a listing of all currently offered trips and check the registration tab for policies concerning all trips.

LUNCH BUNCH TRIPS       DINNER THEATER        TRIPS         CASINO TRIPS

EXTENDED TRIPS

LUNCH BUNCH - GENERAL INFORMATION

Register for our Lunch Bunch outings and enjoy food, fun and fellowship. Each trip is a wonderful opportunity to try different restaurants you might not venture to on your own. Our fee includes park district van transportation and escort. The meal cost and gratuity are "on your own". As time permits, browsing in area shops is included. NOTE: A step stool is used to enter and exit the park district van.

MORGAN'S CHARHOUSE  Winfield, Illinois

 Morgan's is an eating establishment that prides itself on being a great Steak House that knows the essence of the restaurant business.  It isn't enough to merely provide great food.  The truly memorable dining experience depends upon several other ingredients from top food selections, to the most dedicated people serving you.  It is their motto to "lift your dining experience to a whole new level".  Morgan's wants to bring you an experience that is simply unparalleled in the restaurant industry. . .the lunch menu offers salads, burgers, entrees, priced between $9 to $17.

ADULTS

251921.1   Thursday, March 8

$12 / $14 NR

Park District van departs at 10:00 a.m.  Approximate return by 4:30 p.m.

BISTRO ONE  WEST   St. Charles, Illinois

Bistro One West is a newer restaurant located on the shores of the Fox River.  They use fresh ingredients with simple, artisan techniques to create a number of flavor profiles for a high quality, modern American cuisine.  The menu includes a number of appetizers, salads, burgers and entree selections.  Prices range from $9 to $12.

ADULTS

251921.2   Thursday, April 19

$12 / $14 NR

Park District van departs at 10:00 a.m.  Approximate return by 4:30 p.m.

 

DINNER THEATER

TRIPS

GAME PAZZO   Downers Grove, Illinois

With gaming becoming the phenomenon it is today, gamers across the world are being exposed to new ways to play and enjoy their games.  Game Pazzo is a state of the art gaming facility.  Over 70 game stations are available and 16 computers with games.  Play on current video game equipment like Rock Band, Playstation 3, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii and the current games, just like you see on TV - Madden, Halo, Warcraft, Star Wars, the Old Republic, Dead Space 2, The Legend of Zelda: Skyword Sword.  This unique gaming environment offers gamers over 13,000 square feet of video game favorites!  An all day pass is included in the fee.  A full service bar and cafe is available in the gaming arena.  Your gaming dreams made possible!

Adults (Who Think They Are Teens!)

Code:   251901.1    Saturday, January 21

$24 / NR $36

Park District van departs at 5:00 p.m.  Approximate return at 11:00 p.m.

 

FLOWER AND GARDEN SHOW  Chicago, Illinois   Navy Pier

Enjoy over 25 different garden displays by area designers and sponsors.  "Tablescapes" feature a unique display of table settings with flowers and greenery;  other attractions include several Themed gardens, garden gourmet and the Marketplace where specialty garden items are available for purchase.  Cooking demonstrations and seminars are also available at the 2012 Flower and Garden Show sponsored by Belgard Hardscapes.  The fee includes deluxe motor coach transportation and entrance to the show.  Lunch is "own your own" at Navy Pier.

Adults

Code:   252001.1    Monday, March 12

$37  

Motor coach departs at 8:30 a.m. with approximate return at 5:00 p.m.

 

SHAMROCKS & SHENANIGANS   Utica, Illinois

Join us for a fun St. Patrick's Day celebration.  The Gilhooly's will entertain you with their Irish wit, singing, and dancing.  Fabulous Starved Rock buffet featuring traditional Irish food and American food including your favorites:  corned beef and cabbage, fried chicken, potatoes and carrots, green salad with dressing, fruit salad, soda bread, Irish coffee and an Irish dessert.  The show is sure to bring the Irish out in you!  Just for fun, we will play "green" bingo on the motor coach.  A wee little prize will be awarded to the best dressed leprechaun on the trip. (Of course, this means the "wearin' of the green")

Adults

Code:   252021.1    Thursday, March 15

$62  

Motor coach departs at 10:00 a.m. with approximate return at 4:30 p.m.

 

PATSY CLINE  Utica, Illinois

Mary Pfeifer has a voice that will take you back to the days of Patsy Cline.  From Patsy's first recordings in 1955 to her last in 1963, she covers her famous hits such as "Crazy" and "Walking After Midnight".  Mary recently performed in the part of Patsy Cline in the highly successful Engle Lane Theater production of "Always Patsy Cline".  Mary's voice and tribute to Patsy are sure to bring back some memories!  The Starved Rock buffet lunch is include and always delicious!

Adults

Code:   252011.1    Monday, April 23

$62  

Motor coach departs at 10:00 a.m. with approximate return at 4:30 p.m.

  CASINOS TRIPS - For Ages 21 and Above

FOUR WINDS CASINO  New Buffalo, MI

Four Winds is the largest premier casino in the Midwest!  Only a two and a half hour drive, this newer casino offers over 3,000 of the most sought after slots from penny to $100.  Table games include Blackjack, PaiGow Poker, Craps, 3 and 5 card poker, Roulette and more.  Four Winds has the only World Poker room in the Midwest.  Groups receive $15 instant slot credit and $10 food credit.  The food credit can be used in any of the food outlets, except the Cooper Rock Steak House.  Gratuity is not included in the price of the buffet.

Adults

Code:  262001.1               Thursday, April 5

$32 per person

Motor coach departs at 8:15 a.m. with approximate return by 6:30 p.m.

ISLE OF CAPRI CASINO  Bettendorf, IA

Slots of fun!  Isle of Capri casino is spacious, clean, and inviting.  Participants with an Isle One Card receive a free lunch buffet and $5 of Isle Play.  NOTE:  A birth date and complete address must be submitted at time of registration.  A free Isle One player card will be issued upon arrival at the casino if you are a new player.

Adults

Code:  252031.1               Friday, March 2

$31 per person

Motor coach departs at 8:00 a.m. with approximate return by 6:30 p.m.

 

EXTENDED TRIPS

FLORIDA'S EMERALD COAST   Mayflower Motor Coach Tour

In this 8 day motor coach tour you will experience white sand beaches and dip your toes in the crystal-clear waters of Destin, FL.  Several sight-seeing side trips are included such as the Air Force Armament Museum, Fort Walton Beach Magnolia Grill, Dolphin Watching Cruise and more.  Nine meals are included as well as home pick-up.

Adults

#6010.301             February 24 to March 2, 2012

Per person Twin, $1,059;   Single, $1,488;   Triple, $1,045

Deposit is $210 to reserve space made out to Sandwich Park District (this includes cancellation fee waiver)

ATLANTIC CITY, PHILADELPHIA & NEW YORK CITY  Mayflower Motor Coach Tour

This extended 7 days, 6 nights trip offers something for everyone!  Experience a tri-city tour of New York, Atlantic City and Philadelphia.  This trip includes six nights lodging, three consecutive nights at an Atlantic City Casino Hotel, nine meals, six breakfasts and three dinners plus a guided tour of New York City , Philadelphia and free time in Atlantic City.  Famous sites include Rockefeller Center, Times Square, Wall Street and Central Park in New York City.  You will experience Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, the waterfront area of Penn's Landing in Philadelphia and then travel to Atlantic City.  While in Atlantic City stroll the famous boardwalk and enjoy the ocean view or do some shopping.  The dates for this Diamond Tour are June 23 through June 29.  Call Christine for a flyer and detailed information.  (Credit cards will not be accepted for this trip).

Adults

Code 353201.1            June 23 - 30

Per person $569 per person double occupancy (without insurance)

 

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