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Park District of Oak Park Summer 2018 Program Guide

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27 www.pdop.org June 27-29: Mississippi River Magic Delight in the beauty of the Mississippi River Valley on a full day, 100-mile cruise aboard the Celebration Belle. Cruise from Dubuque to Bettendorf. September 2-10, 2018 Southwest National Parks, Zion, Bryce, Arches, Grand Canyon Take flight to Salt Lake City where the adventure begins. Guided tours of Arches National Park and Canyonlands along with a scenic drive through the Vermillion Cliffs, give spectacular views of our finest natural wonders here in the United States. Your 9-day trip concludes in Las Vegas where you take flight back to Chicago. Adult Trips july TRIPS Wilmette's Baha'i Temple Supervisor: Gillian Summers Long before he'd heard of the Baha'i faith, French Canadian architect Louis Bourgeois (1856-1930) believed that his mission in life was to create a universal temple of Truth as a gathering place for all humanity. e Baha'i Temple in Wilmette is a deeply sacred space and it is one of only seven such temples built in the world, as well as the oldest. e Temple's nine gardens are part of this sacred space and serve as outdoor rooms for contemplation and prayer. Come explore the beauty and history of the Temple, linger in the gardens and meditate in the temple's sweeping auditorium. We will then head out to Wilmette's historic Homer's Ice Cream, where they have been scooping homemade ice cream since 1935, for lunch and a treat. Transportation and entry included. Lunch is on your own. Min 8/Max 26 Klairmont Auto Museum Supervisor: Gillian Summers You don't have to be a car fanatic to appreciate how special Klairmont Kollections is. Come see vehicles once owned by celebrities such as Shaquille O'Neal, Mae West, R. Kelly, President Eisenhower, as well as many others. 300 award winning and eclectic vehicles from 1900-present day are housed in a 100,000 square foot building, where beautiful vintage posters, neon signs, and other collectibles line the walls. Transportation & museum entry included. Lunch is on your own. Min 8/Max 26 Program Ages Day/Date Pick Up Times Depart for Home Activity # AAM/Res/NR Dole OP Arms Fox JUNE TRIPS Wilmette's Baha'i Temple 50+ Tu, Jul 3 9:00A 9:15A 9:20A 2:30P 361805-01 $12/17/22 Klairmont Automobile Mueseum 50+ Th, Jul 12 9:00A 9:15A 9:20A 2:30P 361804-01 $32/37/42 Willis Tower Skydeck 50+ Th, Jul 19 9:00A 9:15A 9:20A 2:30P 361809-01 $36/41/46 Lake Geneva Lunch Cruise 50+ Tu, Jul 24 8:00A 8:15A 8:20A 3:15P 361819-01 $65/70/75 Pritzker Museum 50+ Tu, Jul 31 9:30A 9:45A 9:50A 2:00P 361806-01 FREE/17/22 Willis Tower & Skydeck Supervisor: Gillian Summers See the Windy City from 103 floors above the ground in the iconic Willis Tower. As well as the best views of the city, you will see museum-quality exhibits, and interactive technology that celebrate Chicago's history. If you have the nerves for it, you can stand on e Ledge - a glass-floored balcony offering you a thrilling view: more than 400 meters straight down! Transportation & ticket to sky deck included. Lunch is on your own. Min 8/Max 26 Lake Geneva Lunch Cruise Supervisor: Gillian Summers Enjoy the scenic views on a guided, leisurely lunch cruise past several of Lake Geneva's beautiful estates (departs 11:30A – 2 ¼ hour tour). Aer lunch we will have time to shop and explore the local shops in the center of town. Transportation, lunch & boat cruise included. Min 8/Max 26 Pritzker Military Museum & Library Supervisor: Gillian Summers Visit the museum and library that works to increase public understanding of military history and the sacrifices made by the men and women who have served (guided tour at 11:00A). Transportation & admission included. Lunch is on your own. Min 8/Max 26 EXTENDED TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES Supervisor: Amanda Heiman e Park District of Oak Park has partnered with American Classic Tours, (ACT) Inc. to offer some extended travel opportunities to our community. ese trips will be booked through ACT and are all inclusive packages beginning with limo pick up at your door, tips, meals, gratuities, lodging and travel. Call American Classic Tours, Inc. at 847-548-3333 for detailed itinerary or to register. PACK YOUR BAGS! Mark your calendar for these upcoming trips! Door County In e Fall, Oct. 3-5 in Wisconsin • Christmas at Opryland Hotel, Nov. 15-19 in Tennessee

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