S.T.A.R. Programs

S.T.A.R. Programs

Programs, Activities, Trips & Events

Registration Programs

Seasonally, we offer a wide variety of programs for adults. All programs, including programs titled as S.T.A.R., are available for members and non-members. Members receive a discounted rate. View the current programs for seniors and adults below.

Weekly S.T.A.R. Activities

There is always something happening with the S.T.A.R. members. All week long you can find fitness classes, table tennis, Reader's Theatre, art classes, and more. In addition, clubs for all interests are held monthly. For our current activities and club meeting schedules, refer to the most recent Park District brochure or S.T.A.R. Connections Newsletter.

S.T.A.R. has clubs for every interest. Many of these groups are offered at no charge and any individual 55 years or older is invited to attend.

Trips and Events

Trips are offered at least twice monthly to various destinations! Stop in to pick up a copy of the monthly newsletter at the Centennial Activity Center or download this season's current events.

Extended Travel Opportunities

S.T.A.R. partners with America Classic Tours and Collette Tours to offer a variety of trips designed with the active adult in mind.

Upcoming Trips:
Click the links below for detailed itineraries and pricing.

Greece Island Hopper: April 24 - May 4, 2025 (11 days)
Discover California Dreamin’: Monterey, Yosemite, Napa: October 6 - October 13, 2025 (8 Days)
Sunny Portugal: April 19 - April 28, 2026 (10 days)

For more information, please contact the front desk at 847-692-3597.

Location

100 S. Western Ave.
Park Ridge, Illinois

Phone

847-692-3597
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Programs

5230909 / STAR Day Trip: Christmas Around the World & Holiday Lights

Ring in the holiday season with a visit to The Griffins Museum of Science and Industry to explore the rich holiday traditions from around the globe with Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light. View a four-story, floor-to-dome Grand Tree, surrounded by a forest of more than 50 decorated trees and displays that represent the holiday traditions from cultures around the globe. It’s the one-of-a-kind experience that brings a whole world of holiday joy under one roof. Afterwards, lunch at a local downtown restaurant.
5230909-1 - Day Trip: Christmas Around the World & Holiday Lights
Register
Availability
Available
Res/NonRes
12/10/2024 - 12/10/2024
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
55 & Up

5230910 / STAR Day Trip: Mystery Meals

Mystery meals takes you on a progressive journey for a day of eating. Start mid-morning with an appetizer to tide you over. Then head to a surprise restaurant for a unique lunch experience. Finally finish out the day with something sweet to end the adventure. Please note the restaurant locations are a mystery and revealed on the day of the event. Food is included in the fee. Registration deadline: August 19
5230910-1 - Day Trip: Mystery Meals
Register
Availability
Waitlist
Res/NonRes
9/10/2024 - 9/10/2024
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location
Centennial Activity Center
Ages
55 & Up

Volunteer Opportunities

If you would like to volunteer to run a drop-in club, assist with luncheons, or volunteer for a service program such as AARP or Benefits Access Program, please download and complete our form and email it to Eilleen Gabriel-Galan.

Volunteer Opportunities