2026-Winter Spring-Guide-Web

ADULT INTEREST

Chicago Architectural Cruise The city of Chicago sparkles with some of the greatest architecture in the world! Come along on a 90-minute cruise on the Chicago River to see and learn about these masterpieces from an expert narrator from the Chicago Architecture Foundation. The tour has been rated the “top tour in Chicago and one of the top ten tours in the U.S.” according to TripAdvisor users. Learn about the history of the masters such as Louis Sullivan, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Trace the evolution of Chicago architecture from the Wrigley Building to the Tribune Tower to the Merchandise Mart to the ultra modern NBC Towers. Chicago’s First Lady Cruises will be our host. Their boats hold up to 250 passengers and feature open-air upper decks, a full-service bar and climate-controlled lower cabins. Lunch is included at the legendary Pompei in Chicago’s Little Italy. Age: 55+ R/NR: $145/$175 Pick-up and Drop-off Location: Sunset Knoll Recreation Center, 820 Finley Rd., Lombard Class # Date Day Time 1710L05-01 5/19 TU 7:45am-2:15pm Naper Settlement Enjoy a walk through the past at Naper Settlement, an award-winning, outdoor history museum offering 13 acres of unique, hands-on learning opportunities! Admission includes access to historic buildings, exhibits, history demonstrations, and more. We will stop for lunch on the way back. Fee includes transportation and admission to Naper Settlement; lunch cost is on your own. Age: 55+ Min/Max: 10/14 R/NR: $20/$30 Pick-up and Drop-off Location: Lincoln Center Class # Date Day Time 1710L00-01 5/27 W 9:45am-3:00pm

America’s Music Road March 18 to 26

Take a journey down America’s Music Road, where the soulful rhythms of the south come to life. Explore Nashville’s iconic Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame, stroll through Memphis’ legendary Beale Street, and visit Elvis Presley’s Graceland. Delve into the heart of Mississippi’s musical heritage at the Grammy Museum and B.B. King Museum before arriving in New Orleans to experience its vibrant French Quarter, Creole flavors, and jazz traditions.

WHAT’S INCLUDED: ƒ

8 Nights Hotel Accommodations

ƒ 16 Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches & 6 Dinners ƒ Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation ƒ All Attractions, Tours, Admissions ƒ Luggage Handling Throughout Tour ƒ All Tips & Taxes ƒ Premier Local Guides ƒ American Classic Tour Director

PRICES: ƒ

$4,898 Double Occupancy per Person

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$5,998 Single Occupancy

To make a reservation or for more information, call 847.548.3333.

AARP Tax Assistance AARP Tax Assistance will once again take place at Lincoln Center in the Winter 2026. Appointments will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Feb. 5 to April 9, 2026, at the Lincoln Center (935 Maple Ave.). Please call 630.960.7500 beginning Wednesday, Jan. 7, at 9:00am to make an appointment. Information regarding what to bring to your appointment will be available online or in person at Lincoln Center beginning Jan. 7.

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