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Dear Triumph Travel Club Members,
Just a reminder, 2018, Triumph Travel Club breakfasts are scheduled
on Thursdays. Everyone enjoys the food at the Elgin Country Club
and they do a great job for us. The following Thursdays have been
confirmed: February 8th, May 3rd, August 9th, and November 1st.
Place these dates on your calendar today.
The winner for the referral program at the November 1 breakfast was
Myrna Moore. Congratulations!
The Ark Encounter was a wonderful trip. After traveling to
Covington, Kentucky, where we spent three-nights at the Holiday Inn
Riverfront, we honored our veterans. Travel Club member Patty
Harrer, who is a member of the “Quilt of Valor” league, brought a
quilt for each of our traveling veterans and provide a lovely
presentation to each veteran. Tears and smiles became a part of the
evening festivities. The next day we visited the Creation Museum and
the Ark. The Ark was the major feature of this trip, so I’ll tell you it’s
510 feet long, 85 feet wide, and 51 feet high. The Ark is the largest
timber-frame structure in the world. Building the Ark was not one
mans creation but many. Among those asked to work on the Ark was
a group of Amish men, along with engineers from Disney. The Ark
has three decks. Deck 1, has a variety of animal exhibits, where you
learn which types of creatures and how many of each were brought on
board. Deck 2, details how Noah’s family could have maintained the
Ark and cared for thousands of animals during the flood. Deck 3, was
the living quarters of Noah and his family. The Ark property also has
a petting zoo, animal rides, restaurants and eateries, zip lines and, of
course, a gift shop. The next day we had a city tour of Cincinnati and
enjoyed the stories about the Underground Railroad in the area. We
also visited the Underground Railroad Museum Freedom Center. The
final attraction was a narrated cruise on the Ohio River. It was a
beautiful day riding up and down the river enjoying the scenery. Our
farewell meal on the Ohio River topped off this grand journey. If you
weren’t with us, I hope you’ll get a chance to see it someday.
In 2018 for referring a friend or neighbor to Triumph Travel Club you
have a chance to win $100.00. When your friend or neighbor
becomes a member, we will place your name in the referral bowl. At
every breakfast, we will draw a name from the referral bowl for the
$100.00 referral prize. This is one way we can thank you for referring
a friend to Triumph Community Bank. In addition to winning
$100.00, you could also win a free 2-day trip with Triumph Travel
Club at holiday time. We will draw the wining name at the November
1, 2018, breakfast for the trip. More details will be provided in the
April newsletter.
Please enjoy the story. Ken Wiegel. He loves to travel and can
probably tell you the “hot spots” in the world.
Mary K. Long
Triumph Travel Club, Director
Club Member Corner
Ken Wiegel
I was born at the end of the “silent generation,” at Westlake Hospital in Melrose Park, IL. I enjoyed the nurses attention so much that I spent my first 12 days in the hospital before going to our home for the next 23 years in Maywood. Our decade in the 50’s was described as the Ozzie and Harriet generation with traditional values and structure in our daily family life.
I grew up in a small family with one younger sister. We both attended Lincoln Elementary and Proviso East High School. Sports was a dominate force during those years. I paid a price for my lack of scholarship in later years. My parents were the “original odd couple.” My dad was quiet, could repair or build anything, and grew up in a home with German Immigrant parents. My mom was a fiery redhead who grew up on a family farm near Bowling Green, KY. She had an opinion about every issue and was never hesitant in sharing her thoughts. She was generous in that she used her tips from manicuring to make sure we had the necessary items we needed growing up.
Family vacations were always journeys to my grandparent’s farm. My dad always planned a surprise excursion such as visiting Lexington Horse Farms. My dad taught me three important life lessons: Be on time; Be prepared; and Be accountable and respectful to those you are serving in your family, community, church, and throughout your life’s profession.
Following high school, I was admitted to Greenville College on academic probation There I met three individuals who would change my life forever, First, Brenda Pierce, who was a farm girl from St. Charles. We met in Sunday School when I borrowed her pen which she is still waiting for me to return. She led me to Christ, taught me how to study, and encouraged me to major in Elementary Education. We had our first date on December 1, 1962, and married on August 13, 1966. Profs Dr. Robert Smith and Dr. Delbert Catron were my mentors. They modeled personal, interactive, and teaching behaviors which would mold my educational philosophy. They have remained in my life over 50 years.
Following graduation from Greenville, I earned a Master’s Degree and Administrative Endorsement from NIU. Brenda and I were both Elementary Educators and I also served as an Elementary School Principal. We both retired in 2001. We enjoy traveling and nature and have been blessed to have visited all 7 continents.
While we were not blessed with children; over the years we have lived with four unique and pampered poodles. Brenda and I collect Old Sleepy Pottery and tins especially American Can Company where I was a third generation employee during 7 summers in high school and college. I also collect autographs from MLB players who were my boyhood heroes growing up in the 50’s.
Brenda and I first traveled with a bank in Elgin in 2002.
We met Mary in 2006 as limo mates to the airport on her first trip with the bank. It didn’t take us long to realize she had a big heart, was a real people person, and always puts other’s needs ahead of hers. She makes every trip special and everyone is made to feel they are the most important individual on each journey.
Each day I realize how blessed I am to have had so many wise and wonderful people in my life!
January 2018 Newsletter
Niagara Falls
Thursday, February 8th Member: $9.00 • Guest: $18.00
Location: ................ Elgin Country Club, 2575 Weld Rd., Elgin Doors Open: ........... 8:00 am Buffet Breakfast: .... Starts at 9:00 am Entertainment: Yes Door Prizes: ........... Yes
We will collect donations for River Ridge Early Head Start Learning Center. A list of the most needed items is on the back cover of the newsletter. Thank you for your generosity.
Deadline to register for this breakfast is Monday, February 5th.
A friendly request: Please do not arrive until 8:00am. This allows us time for final preparation before breakfast.
Triumph Travel Club Breakfast
Tuesday, February 6th Member: $149.00 • Guest: $159.00
LIVE! ON STAGE! It’s Dancing with the Stars! The Dancing with the Stars tour for 2017/2018 will hit the road for a string of shows around the U.S. The line up of professional dancers are as follows: Witney Carson, Keo Motsepe, Emma Slater, Artem Chigvinstev, Sharna Burgess, Gleb Savchenko, Lindsay Arnold, Alan Bersten, Jenna Johnson, Hayley Erbert, Brandon Armstrong, and Sasha Farber.
The performance is at the Coronado Theater at 7:30 pm, we will enjoy dinner at the Capri Restaurant before the performance. Menu choices are as follows: Mostaccioli Salsiccia (penne with sausage, sautéed mushrooms, Romano cheese, and tomato sauce), Chicken Parmesan or Broiled Cod Almandine.
Trip includes: orchestra show tickets, dinner, deluxe motor coach transportation, and tip for the driver.
Dancing with the Stars
Thursday, February 1st Member: $97.00 • Guest: $107.00
The Fireside presents Phantom. For over a century, audiences have been captivated by the tragic story of
the disfigured genius who makes his home in the cavernous underground of the Paris Opera House and falls in love with Christine-the beautiful soprano he can never have. Hailed as “the finest Phantom of them all,” Arthur Kopit and Maury Yeston’s moving presentation digs deep into the life of this tortured soul in a show filled with romance and mystery, thrills and excitement, colors and humor, and of course, their lyrical and luxurious music. Your heart races, your soul soars, and you fall in love all over again. It is, quite simply, an unforgettable theatrical experience!
Featured Entrée: Beef and Bird - Beef Short Rib and Chicken Cordon Bleu
Trip includes: dinner/show with gratuities, deluxe motor coach transportation, and tip for driver.
Phantom
Wed., January 24th and Thurs., January 25th, 2018 $258.00 double occupancy pp $313.00 single occupancy pp
Guest add $20.00 The two-day, one night stay will take us to where Iowa started–Dubuque. With lots of history in the community, we’ll get to hear first hand from a Lockmaster about the mighty Mississippi River. January on the Mississippi sees a lot of Bald Eagles, especially
near the Lock and Dam. Lunch will be at Catfish Charlie’s located on the Mississippi River. After lunch we will gather outside the Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium; at the Bald Eagle enclosure where one of the educators at the facility will talk to
us about the Bald Eagles. After the presentation, explore the 14-acre campus, it’s new movies, exhibits and aquariums. Next, off to Betty Jane’s Candies. Named the best candy in Iowa by People Magazine, enjoy a visit where the group will learn about Betty Jane’s sweet history. The last stop of our day is a guided tour of St, Luke’s United Methodist Church with 105 Tiffany stained glass windows that will amaze you. We check in at the Grand Harbor Resort and right across the street is Diamond Jo Casino were you can test your luck!
The next morning after breakfast we travel to the New Melleray Abbey. The Trappist Monks will provide a guided tour of the Trappist Casket Making. Each casket is made in the prayerful environment of the monastery. Handcrafted by Trappist monks and skilled artisans. The monastery forest has a sustainable source of lumber. Keepsake crosses are also crafted from the finest native walnut, oak, and cherry. Crosses may be personalized with engraving, and additional crosses are available as mementos. Please join us for this unique and educational tour.
Trip includes: 1 night hotel accommodations, 4 guided tours, 1 educational presentation, 5 meals (coach breakfast, 1 dinner of your choice), deluxe motor coach transportation, tip for driver and
guides.
Eagles, Locks, Candy, and Monks
Tuesday, February 27th at 10:00 am Triumph Community Bank
Community Room Member: Free • Guest: $5.00
Have you ever wondered if you have your accounts titled properly? What if you were injured and became unable to sign a check, who and how can you access your accounts? Do you have a legal Power of Attorney? Do you know when it would be used?
Not only will we answer these questions we will also discuss basic checkbook balancing, savings products, budget planning, safe deposit box rules and regulations and much more. Join us for this informational seminar given by Shelia Meyer, Branch Manager and Teri Pollnow, Personal Banker.
Limited seating available.
Banking 101 Seminar
Thursday, March 8th Member: $97.00 • Guest: $107.00
The Fireside Dinner Theatre presents “Newsies.” This is a the tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and
leader of a ragged band of teenaged “newsies,” who dreams only of a better life jar from the hardship of the streets. But when publishing titans Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack finds a cause to fight for and rallies newsies from across the city to strike for what’s right. High-energy with non-stop thrills, the stage version includes eight brand-new songs.
Feature Entrée: Chicken and Ribs – Pork Back Ribs with Chicken Monterey
Trip includes: dinner/show with gratuities, deluxe motor coach transportation, and tip for the driver.
Newsies
Friday, April 6th through Sunday, April 15th, 2018
$5,608.00 Category E, fixed window $5,943.00 Category D, fixed window
$6,248.00 Category CB, French balcony $6,577.00 category CA, French Balcony
$7,140.00, Category BB, full balcony $7,340.00 Category BA, full balcony $7,574.00 Category AB, full balcony $8,192.00 category AA, full balcony
$9,250.00 category SS, suite with full balcony Guest add $100.00
All the prices above are per person, double occupancy.
A limo will pick you up at your home and transport you to O’Hare airport for the overnight flight to Amsterdam. When we arrive in Amsterdam you’ll have time to explore the city. You may want to purchase a ticket for the Hop-On-Hop-Off tour. This tour covers many places in the city of interest. Our guide will direct us to the highlights of Amsterdam.
We’ll be transported to the AmaLea and enjoy a welcome dinner on the ship. The daily shore excursions on this ship are exceptional. You’ll have a choice of 2 or 3 options every day. The shore excursions are included throughout the tour. Complimentary beer and wine with lunch and dinner onboard the AmaLea.
The following ports of call with excursions are Hoorn, Middelburg, Antwerp, Ghent, and Rotterdam. When we return to Amsterdam we’ll
have the opportunity to see the world famous 70-acre Keukenhof Gardens. In the afternoon we’ll enjoy a scenic cruise through the historic harbor and canals of Amsterdam.
Trip includes: Limo service to/from Chicago to home, round-trip International airfare to Amsterdam (checked baggage not included), Hotel in Amsterdam, transfers from Amsterdam airport to hotel to AmaLea, transfers from Amsterdam airport to hotel to AmaLea, 7 nights onboard the AmaLea in your selected stateroom category, included shore excursions throughout the river cruise (gentle, regular, active and late riser tour options, all meals while onboard the AmaLea, computer for internet access in your stateroom, complimentary beer and wine with lunch and dinner onboard the AmaLea, all sightseeing and admissions as listed in the detailed itinerary including tours of Amsterdam, Bruges, Antwerp, Middleburg, Rotterdam, Keukenhof Gardens, Windmills at Kinderdijk, a canal cruise in Amsterdam and more. Sip & Sail daily cocktail hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits, and soft drinks, porterage of 1 full size suit case, per person, ship board gratuities, driver and guide gratuities are included, trip cancellation/interruption travel protection is included, and all taxes, government fees and fuel surcharges. Call Mary Long for a detailed brochure at 847-429-9203.
Tulip Time River Cruise
Wednesday, March 28th Member: $93.00 • Guest: $103.00
We travel to Peoria the county seat of Peoria County, Illinois and largest city on the Illinois River. Established in 1691 by French explorer Henri de Tonti, Peoria is the oldest European settlement in Illinois, and is named after the Peoria tribe.
Our first stop will be Trefzger’s Bakery. In 1856, Simon Trefzger arrived in the United States from Germany. After first settling in Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1861, he relocated to Peoria, Illinois, and soon established a bakery that would become a household name in central Illinois for generations. Everything is made from scratch.
After picking up your baked goods, we’ll visit Obed and Isaac’s for lunch. You’ll enjoy a special recipe of Bacon Wrapped Smoked Meatloaf, Au Gratin Potatoes, green beans and homemade bread pudding for dessert.
After lunch, we travel to Jeremie Draper glass blowing factory. This includes a live demonstration with narration, seating for all and a gift from the studio. Our last stop of the day, Pottstown Meat and Deli. At Pottstown Meat & Deli, they only sell the highest quality all natural beef, pork and chicken raised right in the Midwest by farms that are dedicated to doing things the right way. It's what's driven the family business for over 100 years. Please join us!
Trip includes: Visits to all locations, outstanding lunch, glass blowing demonstration with gift, deluxe motor coach transportation, and tip for driver.
Best of Peoria
Wednesday, March 14th Member: $79.00 • Guest: $89.00
We are celebrating with the Irish today! You’ll enjoy the traditional corned beef & cabbage dinner with fresh tossed garden salad, warm rolls, dessert, coffee or tea. The experience is not over, listen to the performance of live bagpipe and drums to the Irish songs of old. Then, the show begins with the “Chicago Irish Band”, music that will have you dancing in the isles. Come join us as we celebrate St. Pat’s Day and embrace your Irish heritage!
Trip includes: Irish Meal, Irish Music, deluxe motor coach transportation, tip for the driver, all gratuities included.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Thursday, May 3rd Member: $9.00 • Guest: $18.00
Location: ................. Elgin Country Club, 2575 Weld Rd., Elgin Doors Open: ........... 8:00 am Buffet Breakfast: ..... Starts at 9:00 am Preview of 2019 Extended Travel Door Prizes: ............ Yes
Deadline to register for this breakfast is Monday, April 30th.
A friendly request: Please do not arrive until 8:00am. This allows us time for final preparation before breakfast.
Triumph Travel Club Breakfast
Triumph Travel Club Information
Refund Policy on Day Trip/Scheduled Events: If you cancel a day trip or
event (this includes Triumph Travel Club Breakfasts) after the date of final
payment and if we/you can find a person to take your place we will provide
you with a full refund. In the event we don’t have a wait list or you can’t
find anyone to take your place, you will not receive any refund.
For reservations contact Mary Long at (847) 429-9203 or via email at
Wednesday, June 6th Member: $97.00 • Guest: $107.00
The Fireside Theater presents this delightful “Steel Magnolias of the Prairie” deal with life, death, and new adventures, finding strength in
each other from below the “House of God.” This time around, the year is 1969 and the world is changing. As folks protest the Vietnam War and women are demanding equal pay for equal work in their small rural Minnesota community, the ladies of the Lutheran church basement kitchen are dealing with changes of their own. With their heartwarming humor and hilarious antics, they take us from serving the high school students at the Luther League Banquet to a church sponsored Missionary Night and the rise and fall of a Viking’s Super Bowl Sunday. Come join the fun!
Featured Entrée: Beef Short Ribs
Trip Includes: dinner, show, deluxe motor coach transportation, and tip for the driver.
Church Basement Ladies 2: A Second Helping
Wednesday, May 23td Member: $59.00 • Guest: $69.00
On the “Get your Kicks” trip last year, many of you asked to come back to visit Pontiac, so here you go. We’ll start at the “Pontiac Oakland Automobile Museum.” the museum features antique and classic cars, and automotive artifacts. The resource
library has several thousand old highway maps, sales brochures, original design drawings and service and owners manuals. Two doors down is the “Museum of Gilding Arts,” which focuses on the history, craft and use of gold and silver leaf in architecture and in decoration throughout history that dates back to the days of ancient Pharaohs of Egypt. We’ll board the trolley for the Murals on Main Street tour. This history tour is a narrated trip that includes many of Pontiac’s murals, some Looking for Lincoln sites, local history stories, and more.
Lunch will be at Edingers Filling Station, you’ll have a choice of grilled cheese and vegetable soup, chicken pot pie, grilled chicken salad, taco salad, cheeseburger and fries or fruit plate and pie of your choice for dessert. Please provide your menu selection when you make your reservation.
After lunch we visit Dongbai’s International Art School. Dongbai is a native of Beijing, China. He graduated from the prestigious LuXun Academy of Fine Arts. He’ll demonstrate the airbrush techniques he uses in creating masterpieces on cars, motorcycles, trucks, helmets, t-shirts, and
murals. His company published the first Chinese language books on fine art automobile painting techniques and created the first DVD airbrush painting courses.
We’ll visit the Pontiac Community Art Center and meet an artist from the area. Hopefully, that artist will provide a short presentation.
Trip includes: all entrance fees/donations in the museums, delicious lunch, deluxe motor coach transportation, and tip for the driver.
Experience Pontiac
AARP Smart Driving Course Wednesday, May 9th and Thursday, May 10th Triumph Community Bank Community Room
9:00am to 1:00pm (both days) AARP members: $15.00 • AARP non-members: $20.00
The AARP Smart Driver course will refresh you on:
Effective safe driving practices, skills, and strategies you can use
on the road every day
Local laws and traffic rules for drivers
Proper maintenance of your vehicle so it’s safe
before you drive.
And, much more!
Wednesday, April 25th Member: $97.00 • Guest: $107.00
The Fireside dinner theater presents 42nd Street. A celebration of Broadway, Times Square, and the people who make the magic of musical theatre. Aspiring chorus girl Peggy Sawyer comes to the big city from Allentown, PA and soon lands her first big job in the ensemble of a glitzy new Broadway show. But just before opening night, the leading lady breaks her ankle. Will Peggy be able to step in and become a star? With a score chock-full of Broadway hits, including “You’re Getting to Be A Habit with Me,” “Dames,” “We’re in the Money,” “Lullaby of Broadway,” Shuffle Off to Buffalo” and “Forty-Second Street,” this show is every musical lover’s dream come true!
We will stop at Jones Dairy Farm before arriving at the Fireside.
Featured entrée: Roast boneless Pork chop
Trip includes: dinner/theater tickets, deluxe motor coach transportation, tip for the driver
42nd Street
Agawa Canyon Train
Adventure with a Twist
Maryland & Delaware
Saturday, June 16th through Friday, June 22nd, 2018
$2,697.00 double occupancy pp $3,162.00 single occupancy pp
Guests add $100.00 Limo pick up from your home to O’Hare airport. Fly from Chicago to Baltimore and enjoy a welcome dinner.
Our day starts with a city tour of Baltimore. We’ll visit the B & O Railroad Museum and the Star Spangled Banner House. We’ll enjoy a guided tour of Annapolis and its rich history and traditions of the United States Naval Academy.
After lunch the tour continues highlighting the City Dock, Maryland State House, Maryland WWII Memorial, beautiful Victorian homes and spectacular water views from Severn River Bridge. Our fourth day a native of the Chesapeake Bay area will guide us as we travel around the region. We’ll meet a local crab fisherman and learn how crabs are “picked” after they are caught. Board The Patriot and cruise along the beautiful Miles River.
The next morning we are privileged to visit the wild ponies of Assateague. After lunch, we’ll receive a private tour of more than 70 greenhouses.
Next, we learn about Lewes, the first city in the first state. We continue to Dover Air Force Base and visit the Air Mobility Command Museum.
Our last day we visit Kennett Square, the Mushroom Capital of the World. Then the tastiest tour in town is at Herr’s. We’ll have a farewell lunch and fly home from Baltimore.
Call Mary Long for a detailed brochure at 847-429-9203.
Monday, August 20th through Thursday, August 23rd
$994.00 Double Occupancy pp $1,299.00 Single occupancy
Guests add $85.00 This motor coach trip will be everything you want it to be and more. We travel to Petoskey, Michigan, for an evening stay. We’ll enjoy a historic city tour of Petoskey with a visit to a winery. We depart for Sault Saint Marie, Ontario, Canada (passport is required), traveling to the Art Gallery of Algoma. We’ll be greeted by the curator and
a wine and cheese reception; enjoy the rich art culture as you explore the “Group of Seven” gallery of original prints with presentation. The members of the “Group of Seven” first painted along the Algoma Central Railway in 1918, at times traveling on the train, at others using a boxcar as both a mobile studio as well as a
residence. This event enables you to experience, first hand the majestic landscape that the Group of Seven captured in their iconic paintings and sketches, from an insiders perspective. This is how the Agawa Canyon Train trip became so popular. Next, we are off to the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre, with over thirty aircraft exhibits. We’ll enjoy a video at the Centre, plus a plated dinner among the vintage aircraft wings. The next day we will board the Agawa Canyon Train; ride in upgraded coaches with ongoing commentary and historic images, accompanied by a guide from the Art Gallery of Algoma. At the stopover in the Canyon the guide will discuss and view the painting locations of the Group of Seven. These include waterfalls and the like. The return trip you are included in a painting session with the artist/guide painting a “Group of Seven” moment for your own. Lunch will be provided. Plus many little perks along the way. Please join us for this wonderful journey. Trip Includes: 3-nights hotel accommodations, 10 meals, area tour of Petoskey and visit to winery, Art Gallery in Algoma with a wine and cheese reception, Bushplane Heritage Centre, Train tickets for the Agawa Canyon tour with dinner, artist/guide during Canyon tour, painting session, Travel cancellation/interruption insurance, deluxe motor coach transportation, all gratuities for driver and guides.
Call Mary Long for a detailed brochure at 847-429-9203.
Thursday, July 26th Member: $97.00
Children: $77.00 (13 years and under)
Guest: $107.00 Disney’s The Little Mermaid is in a magical kingdom beneath the sea, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel, King Triton’s youngest daughter, longs to leave her ocean home to live in the
world above. Based on a of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story. With music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable of Ariel and her colorful friends will capture your heart with its irresistible songs including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and “Part of Your World.”
What I would like to know is this; How is the Fireside going to make us feel we are underwater with Ariel and her friends. It’s a wonderful time to treat your grandchildren and great grandchildren to a day at the theater.
Adult entrée: Chicken Piccata
Youth menu: fresh fruit salad, chicken strips, macaroni and cheese, green beans, corn, chocolate sundae, and milk.
Trip includes: dinner/theater tickets, deluxe motor coach transportation, tip for the driver
The Little Mermaid
Note About Seminars:
All seminars are located at Triumph Community Bank
3151 US Highway 20, Elgin, IL 2nd floor Community Room, unless otherwise stated.
LEGEND
Getting on and off the motor coach, some walking, maybe a step or two.
Getting on and off the motor coach, some walking, some stairs, some ramps, and standing while touring.
Getting on and off the motor coach, walking, or standing for a period of time, many stairs, and maybe uneven ground.
Getting on and off the motor coach, trains, cruise ships, or airports, considerable walking, and standing during touring, many stairs, uneven ground, and hiking.
For reservations contact Mary Long at (847) 429-9203 or via email at
Thursday, October 11th through Friday, October, 19th, 2018
$2,547.00 double occupancy pp $3,135.00 single occupancy pp
Guest add $100.00 Deluxe motor coach transportation will be provide throughout this tour by Coach USA.
Our first adventure starts in the Music City of Nashville visiting landmarks such as Bicentennial Capitol Mall, Centennial Park’s full-sized replica of the Parthenon, and a host of country music sites. After lunch and a line dance lesson at the Wild Horse Saloon, tour the Country Music Hall of Fame and visit RCA studio B, home of 1,000 hits. Dinner and an evening of down-home music at the Grand Ole Opry will end the evening.
We’ll visit Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, the 1,000 acre plantation and former mansion of our seventh president. After lunch we’ll learn the story behind the “Secret City,” Oak Ridge. We’ll spend the day at George and Edith Vanderbilt’s
extraordinary Biltmore Estate. Explore the home, gardens, art, and much more at the Biltmore. We’ll travel along portions of the famous scenic Blue Ridge Highway.
Afterward enjoy lunch in Asheville, followed by a city tour and visit to the River Arts District of Asheville and Village Potters, where you’ll learn the art of “Throwing” Bowls and help the community by glazing a bowl for Asheville’s Empty Bowls program.
We continue our tour through the western North Carolina mountains to Bryson City, where it’s “all aboard” our thrilling rail
excursion along the beautiful Nantahala River and Gorge. In the evening be entertained at the Smoky Mountain Opry, the largest musical variety show featuring music from Big Band Swing through today’s country.
Call Mary Long for a detailed brochure at 847-429-9203.
Blue Ridge Country & Biltmore Estate
Saturday, September 8th through Friday, September 14th, 2018
$2,786.00 double occupancy pp $3,506.00 single occupancy pp
Guests add $100.00 Depart for New York State this morning, where on arrival be met and assisted with your hotel transfer. Depart for Belhurst Castle set on the site of a Seneca Indian Village. Here we will enjoy a delicious welcome dinner.
The next day, we head for Seneca Falls which was settled in the 1790’s. It was thought to be the inspiration for the fictional town of Bedford Falls in the famous holiday classic film, “It’s a
Wonderful Life.” We’ll stop at the Women’s Rights Statue followed by a lunch cruise on Skaneatele Lake, one of the Finger Lakes. The Finger Lakes is a world-class wine producing region that specializes in aromatic white varieties-tour and wine tasting included.
On day three, we visit Corning Museum of Glass. To cap off your visit, enjoy a “Make Your Own Glass” project with experienced glassmakers guiding you through your masterpiece. We’ll visit the Glenn H. Curtiss Museum and learn about the man remembered as the Father of Naval Aviation and founder of the American Aircraft Industry. We’ll visit “American’s Coolest Small Town” Hammondsport for dinner on your own.
The following day, we depart for Alexandria Bay and a leisurely cruise through the enchanting channels of the Thousand Islands. Learn about the region’s rich history and scenery. The cruise includes a delectable luncheon buffet on board the triple deck vessel. We’ll stop at Boldt Castle and hear about the history of 120 room castle. Depart for the Adirondack Museum in Blue
Mountain Lake. The campus features displays in 22 modern galleries and historic buildings telling the unique story of the Adirondacks and its people. The museum tells the story of its struggles from
the Revolutionary War to the current debate over the vast natural resources within the park boundaries.
Then in Raquette Lake visit Great Camp Sagamore, the wilderness estate of the Vanderbilt family from 1901-1954. Enjoy a tour of Lake Placid home of the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics. Ride the chair lift and elevator to the sky deck atop the 26 story ski-jump tower with spectacular views. After breakfast you’ll be assisted with transfers to the airport for the flight home.
Call Mary Long for a detailed brochure at 847-429-9203.
Gems of the Adirondacks & Lake Placid
3151 US Highway 20 Elgin, IL 60124
At a Glance Calendar of Events
2018 Travel January 20th ...................... ~ sold out/wait list ~ Comedy with Terry Fator
January 24th & 25th .............................. Eagles, Locks, Candy and Monks
February 1st ................................................................................... Phantom
February 6th ........................... ~ sold out/wait list ~ Dancing with the Stars
February 8th ............................................... Triumph Travel Club Breakfast
February 27th ............................................................ Banking 101 Seminar
March 8th ....................................................................................... Newsies
March 14th ................... ~ sold out/wait list ~ St. Patrick's Day Celebration
March 28th ............................................................................ Best of Peoria
April 6th-15th ....................................................... Tulip Time River Cruise
April 25th ................................................................................... 42nd Street
May 3rd ..................................................... Triumph Travel Club Breakfast
May 9th & 10th .............................................AARP Smart Drivers Course
May 23rd ...................................................................... Experience Pontiac
June 6th ............................. Church Basement Ladies 2: A Second Helping
June 16th-22nd ........................................................ Maryland & Delaware
July 26th ...................................................................... The Little Mermaid
August 20th-23rd ................ Agawa Canyon Train Adventure with a Twist
September 8th-14th ................. Gems of the Adirondacks and Lake Placid
October 11th-19th ....................... Blue Ridge Country & Biltmore Estates.
Call Mary Long at (847) 429-9203 for brochures and reservations.
River Ridge Early Head
Start Learning Center Please bring the donated items to the
November 1st Travel Club Breakfast.
This program cares for infants up to age 3.
Most needed items are listed below: Board books are for infants and toddlers. You can purchase these books at Barnes and Noble in Spring Hill Mall, Sam’s Club, Target and Walmart.
Thank you for your generosity.