Adult 50+ Programs | Dundee Township Park District

Get Garden Ready with this Quick Pickling Class 19577

Spring is just around the corner, and what better way to prepare for gardening season, and our raised beds at the Adult Activities Center, than learning how to turn fresh veggies into delicious pickles? Join us for a quick pickling class designed for anyone who loves gardening, cooking or simply trying something new. In this class you will learn how to make easy, no-canning pickles, use garden fresh veggies and simple ingredients, create tasty healthy snacks and sides, as well as store and enjoy your pickles safely. No special equipment is needed, and all materials will be provided. This class is hands-on, beginner friendly and perfect for gardens, food lovers, and anyone excited to join the harvest ahead. Samples will be provided, and everyone will go home with their own pint of pickled veggies! Julie from our Parks Department will be leading this class.

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Get Garden Ready with this Quick Pickling Class

Rakow Center

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$20 / $15

Fri: Mar. 27

10:00-11:30am

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MONTHLY PARTIES 59600

SPRING IS IN THE AIR PARTY Jeff Dewbray will be celebrating with us the beginning of Spring and all its beauty - flowers blooming and the weather warming up. Lunch will be chicken salad on a croissant and pasta salad. The last day to sign up is Wednesday April 1.

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April Monthly Party

Rakow Center

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$16 / $11

Wed: Apr. 08

11:30-2:00pm

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May Monthly Party

Rakow Center

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$16 / $11

Wed: May. 13

11:30-2:00pm

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Casablanca at the Woodstock Opera House 29570

Join us for a nostalgic movie outing featuring classic films at a great venue. Transportation will be provided via Park District vans, and we'll arrive early to explore Woodstock Square and its local restaurants (lunch on your own). Popcorn and a beverage are included with the movie. Due to space constraints, we will not be able to accommodate walkers or wheelchairs on the vans.

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Casablanca at the Woodstock Opera House

Rakow Center

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$18 / $10

Wed: Apr. 15

10:30-4:00pm

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Art in Bloom 29576

Enjoy the beauty of spring at the Rockford Art Museum (10am – 12:30pm).  The day will include time at the Museum and lunch on your own at Cracker Barrel with some time to shop.  This trip will be a nice break away to kick off the spring season. There is a moderate amount of walking on this trip.

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Art in Bloom

Rakow Center

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$60 / $52

Thu: Apr. 16

9:00-3:00pm

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Pancake Breakfast & Bingo 29522

Join us for breakfast and enjoy good food and fellowship in a friendly atmosphere. Breakfast includes two pancakes, two sausages, fruit and orange juice. Remember to bring your pennies for BINGO!

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Pancake Breakfast & Bingo

Rakow Center

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$3 / $8

Wed: Apr. 29

9:00-11:30am

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Poor Behavior 29574

Poor Behavior is a romantic comedy that explores the fragility of marriage. During a weekend getaway, tensions erupt when Maureen accuses her husband Ian of having an affair with their friend Ella. The situation spirals into chaos despite Ella’s husband Peter’s attempts to calm things down, resulting in a sharp and funny examination of jealousy and betrayal. The event includes lunch at Hackney’s, with menu options such as a Hackneyburger, Reuben, spinach and berry salad with chicken, or fish and chips.

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Poor Behavior

Rakow Center

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Fees (R/NR)

$108 / $100

Wed: Apr. 29

9:45-3:45pm

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Devil in the White City 29573

The 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition (World’s Fair) was the most attended event in U.S. history with over 27 million visitors. The impact that Fair had on the city was extraordinary. While this miraculous event was occurring, a serial killer was operating nearby out of his “murder castle”. We will be visiting locations like the Art Institute of Chicago, Museum of Science & Industry, Jackson Park, Midway Plaisance, and the site of the infamous “murder castle”. This is a 3-hour bus tour with a 75-minute, 1.5 mile stroll through Jackson Park. Lunch will be your choice of a corned beef or turkey Rueben, a bratwurst or a marinated portobello panini.

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Devil in the White City

Rakow Center

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$123 / $115

Mon: May. 04

8:15-3:30pm

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Adult 50+ Softball 12" 37010

This is for a player looking for some friendly competition and some exercise. Players will have an hour of batting practice before each game. Teams will be split up as evenly as possible. Can't make all the dates? Don't worry, your fee is for the entire year. For more info, contact Shane at 847-428-7131 x2206.

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Adult 50+ Softball 12"

Randall Oaks Recreation Center

Ages between 50 through 99

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Mon: May. 04-Oct. 23

9:00-12:00pm

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Walking Club 29539

Put on those walking shoes and join us as we explore local spots. This will be a May-October club. We will meet at the Adult Activities Center at 7:30 am so we can leave by 8:00 am, using the transportation provided by Park District vans. You are welcome to drive to locations on your own if you prefer. Please bring a water bottle for these hikes. We will walk rain or shine; however, if it does rain, we will find a place inside to walk. On October 12, we will meet at 9:30 am and leave the AAC at 10:00 am for our walk. Afterward, we will have lunch together to celebrate completing the program. The walking club dates are: 5/11, 6/8, 7/13, 8/10, 9/14 and 10/12/2026 (lunch).

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Walking Club

Rakow Center

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$35 / $40

Mon: May. 11-Oct. 12

7:30-10:00am

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Heartbreak Hotel 29575

“The King” Takes the Stage is an official Elvis Presley bio-musical that explores the life and legacy of the rock ’n’ roll icon. The show follows Elvis as his younger self helps him reflect on key moments that shaped his career and identity as “The King of Rock and Roll.” Featuring over 40 of his greatest hits—including “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Hound Dog,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “Love Me Tender”—the production celebrates his music and cultural impact. The outing also includes lunch at Dover Straits, with meal options such as pepper steak, Lake Superior whitefish with almondine sauce, chicken marsala, or jumbo shrimp with pasta.

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Heartbreak Hotel

Rakow Center

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$123 / $115

Thu: May. 28

10:15-4:45pm

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Cubs vs Brewers Game 39574

Join us for a fun afternoon of baseball watching one of the oldest rivalries in baseball. We are traveling to see the Cubs vs. Brewers at American Family Field. There is a very moderate amount of walking as we will be walking from the parking lot to the stadium before and vice versa after the game. We will NOT be getting door to door service. The fee includes a printed ticket to the game (No MLB app needed) and transportation. Tickets are in Section 107. Lunch will be on your own.

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Cubs vs Brewers Game

Rakow Center

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$113 / $105

Sun: Jun. 28

9:30-6:30pm

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The Wizard of Oz 39581

We’re off to see the Wizard! Click your heels three times and join The Cowardly Lion, Scarecrow, Tinman, Dorothy…and Toto too, as they follow the yellow brick road in search of their heart’s desires. For the first time on Metropolis’ Main Stage, L. Frank Baum’s tale comes to life in this extraordinary story of heart, friendship, courage, and belonging. This adaptation contains all of the Oscar-winning songs from the movie including “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” and “We’re Off to See the Wizard.” No matter how far our journey takes us, there is no place like home. Soar over the rainbow to the “merry old land of Metropolis” and experience the excitement, enchantment, and exuberance of this timeless tale again…or for the very first time. Transportation provided by park district vans. Due to space constraints, we will not be able to accommodate walkers or wheelchairs on the vans. Lunch will be on your own.

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The Wizard of Oz

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