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Day Trips and Extended Trips

   (815) 786-8044

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.

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LUNCH BUNCH TRIPS       DINNER THEATER        TRIPS         CASINO TRIPS

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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.

WILDWOOD RESTAURANT     St. Charles, IL

Wildwood opened in April of 2006 and has established a strong reputation for quality, consistency and value.  Wildwood features an upscale American cuisine.  The lunch menu includes a selection salads, burgers, fresh fish, quiche, and more.  Lunch prices range from $7.95 to $15.95.  Space is limited.

Adults

6003.201  -  Thursday, August 5

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

$12 / $14 Out of District  per person

ONESTI DINNER CLUB    St. Charles, IL

Onesti Dinner Club, an Italian Steakhouse and Supper Club, offers lunch on Thursdays.  Menu selections include a variety of seafood, wonderful entree salads, sandwiches, some favorite pastas, and beef and pork entrees.  The restaurant is home to the former St. Patrick's Catholic Church built in 1851.  It was the first stone church erected in St. Charles with limestone.  In the 1960's the building was sold and turned into a restaurant.  After several owners, the building undertook a six-month extensive renovation/restoration in 2003.  In August of 2008 the building was bought by Onesti Entertainment, the same owners of the neighboring Arcadia Theater.  Space is limited on this van trip so register today to guarantee your seat.

Adults

6005.201  -  Thursday, September 16

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

$12 / $14 Out of District  per person

DINNER THEATER

TRIPS

LOBSTER BOIL AND STEAK FRY   Fontana, Wisconsin

This gathering is located right on the lakefront in the village of Fontana, Wisconsin.  Over 2,100 meals are served by the Big Foot Lions Club yearly.  Tables and chairs are set up under several large tents.  Live entertainment plays throughout the entire day.  On the way to Fontana, a stop is made in Walworth at Sentry Foods to purchase the lobster boil tickets.  Other stops in Walworth include a local European deli that features homemade soups, stews, sausage, pirogues and more.  The lobster boil meal usually is not served until 3:30 p.m.  Light snacks, table games, and card games are provided while enjoying entertainment before the meal.  All food is prepared right at the park.  Cost for the Lobster tail (12-14 oz.) and rib eye steak (14 oz.) are usually between $20 - $25.  Van transportation is included in the fee, meals are "on-your-own".  This trip fills fast, so register early.  Space is limited.

Adults

#6007.201  Saturday, July 31

Park District van departs at 9:30 a.m. with approximate return by 6:30 p.m.

$14 per person / Out of District $19 per person

ABRAHAM LINCOLN PRESIDENTIAL MUSEUM    Springfield, IL

This trip is a wonderful experience.  Lincoln history comes to life throughout this museum.  The holographic and special effects theaters will entertain, educate, and mesmerize visitors with ghostly images, live actors and high action.  It is unlike any other in the United States featuring high tech exhibits, interactive displays and multimedia programs, as well as a reproduction of the White House as it looked in 1861.  The day concludes with a drive through Oak Ridge Cemetery to see Lincoln's Tomb, as well as World War II, Korean, and Vietnam Memorials.  Meals are "on-your-own".  There is a fast food restaurant inside the museum and a few restaurants with walking distance to enjoy.

Adults

#6010.201  Tuesday, August 3

Motorcoach departs at 7:00 a.m. with approximate return by 6:00 p.m.

$46 per person

CHICAGO CUBS "SENIOR DAY"   Wrigley Field, Chicago, IL

This is a senior savings day at Wrigley Field.  Tickets for participants age 65 and over receive a discounted price.  Cheer on the Cubs to victory against the San Diego Padres.  The seats are terrace reserved infield on the third base side, sections 213 and 215.  NOTE:  A few seats are available at regular price, so parents and grandparents can be accompanied by someone under 65

Adults

#6012.201  Thursday, August 19

Motorcoach departs at 10:00 a.m. with approximate return by 7:00 p.m.

$44 per person - 65 and older for Senior Day

$60 per person - Only 12 tickets available at regular price

  CASINOS TRIPS - For Ages 21 and Above

JUMERS CASINO AND HOTEL  Rock Island, IL

This casino has all the fun and excitement of a Las Vegas-style casino.  Participants receive a $5.00 discount on the $8.99 lunch buffet and $5.00 cash on their "Player's Image" card, which can accumulate based on play or be used in the restaurant.  A birth date and complete address is required at registration.  NOTE:  If you already have been issued a player card, please submit your card number at the time of registration.  A new card will be issued to those that do not have one.

Adults

#6014.201    Tuesday, August 17

Motorcoach departs at 8:00 a.m. with approximate return at 6:00 p.m.

$29 per person

AMERISTAR CASINO East Chicago, IL

This casino offers a large variety of penny slots, plus the traditional nickel, quarter, fifty cent and up.  Popular table games are also available.  Participants receive a free, all you can eat buffet lunch.

Adults

#6055.201  Wednesday, September 1

Motorcoach departs at 9:00 a.m. with approximate return by 6:30 p.m.

$29 per person

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