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PLATINUM ADVENTURES NEWSLETTER SPRING 2021 DAY TRIPS • EXTENDED TRIPS • SEMINARS • AND MORE! A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR Let’s spring forward to warmer days and good times with friends. We’ve planted a garden full of good cheer, and new activities are blooming. For those who are energized and ready to explore, we’ve got a budding list of places to visit and things to see across the country. We’ve also sprinkled in some educational seminars and day trips sprouting up locally. Since your safety is our utmost concern, we will be practicing social distancing and other protective measures at events. The number of guests on motorcoaches will be limited, face coverings will be used when required, and event attendees will need to sign a waiver. Also, please know all our extended trips include trip insurance, which can give you peace of mind in uncertain times. At the time of print, the extended trips, outings, and presentations in this newsletter are all scheduled to occur as planned. However, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, these events may need to be rescheduled or canceled. Please contact me with any questions you may have. I look forward to seeing you soon! Margie O'Connell FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ANY OF THE EVENTS YOU SEE IN THIS NEWSLETTER, OR TO RSVP, CONTACT ME: MARGIE O'CONNELL 773-298-4712 | [email protected] FOR DETAILED ITINERARIES ON ANY OF THESE UPCOMING DAY TRIPS, CONTACT YOUR Pay close attention to the means of PLATINUM DAY TRIPS transportation for these trips. Oftentimes, You’ll have the unique opportunity to we will gather and transport the group by ADVENTURES explore the wonders we have nearby. We bus, but there are some events that require DIRECTOR. carefully plan each of our day trips, events, you to commute on your own. As always, if and seminars to ensure they are packed you should have any questions about any with as much adventure and education as of these day trips, or would like to RSVP, possible. Plus, each event offers a great contact your bank’s Platinum Adventures chance to share with friends just what the director at the phone number or email Platinum Adventures Club is all about. listed in this newsletter. WEDNESDAY, MAY 5 Preventing Financial Exploitation MONDAY, MAY 10 EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC Mother's Day Tribute First National Bank of Evergreen Park EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC 3960 W. 95TH ST. | EVERGREEN PARK, IL First National Bank of Evergreen Park Financial exploitation has been called the crime of the 3960 W. 95TH ST. | EVERGREEN PARK, IL 21st century. Older adults are prime targets for financial Join us as we celebrate mothers, grandmothers, and special exploitation, both by people they know and trust, and by someones. Larry Bergnach* will offer songs, music, and strangers. This epidemic flies under the radar, often because stories, all honoring our mothers. This special tribute will cases tend to be complex and difficult to prosecute. The be a fun way to remember, reminisce, and share some happy best defense is awareness and prevention. Beverly Bank memories of our moms, grandmas, and the special women & Trust Senior Vice President Ed Houlihan will provide in our lives. Larry will entertain us through song, verse, and a information and tips to help prevent common frauds, scams, variety of relevant tales. and other types of elder financial exploitation. TIME: 10 AM TIME: 10 AM COST: MEMBERS FREE | NON-MEMBERS $5 COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE Please enter through the side door on the east side of the Please enter through the side door on the east side of the building, adjacent to the back parking lot. building, adjacent to the back parking lot. *Larry Bergnach is not an affiliate of Wintrust. 2 RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT: MARGIE O'CONNELL 773-298-4712 [email protected] TUESDAY, MAY 18 AND THURSDAY, AUGUST 26 Extended Trips Preview EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC WEDNESDAY, MAY 19 First National Bank of Evergreen Park Honoring Our Veterans 3960 W. 95TH ST. | EVERGREEN PARK, IL EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC Join us for a special trip presentation and travel the world with us! You will hear all about exciting trips and see Virtual event slideshows for all the great destinations we have planned Join us to recognize the Memorial Day holiday with a for you, including Branson Blast; Alaska: America's Last moving presentation by Honor Flight, a nonprofit Frontier; Colorado Springs; Portugal and the Douro River organization created solely to honor America's veterans Cruise; British Isles - Castles, Countrysides, and Capitals; for all their sacrifices. Honor Flight transports our heroes New York City Holiday; St. Louis Holiday; and more in to Washington, D.C., to visit and reflect at the memorials 2022. You'll want to start packing your bags! dedicated to their service and remember their friends. We will also enjoy a special concert filled with patriotic songs The destinations presented may change based upon sung by Andrew Blendermann.* availability at time of trip preview. To register for this event, visit pamay.eventbrite.com. TIME: 10 AM Online login information will be emailed to you three COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE hours prior to the event. Please enter through the side door on the east side of the building, adjacent to the back parking lot. TIME: 4 PM COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE *Andrew Blendermann is not an affiliate of Wintrust. MORTGAGE OPTIONS FRIDAY, MAY 21 TAILORED FOR YOU Winston Churchill: British Bulldog EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC Life can take you many places. Sometimes, it even leads you First National Bank of Evergreen Park to a new home. That’s why we’re here. Our professionals can 3960 W. 95TH ST. | EVERGREEN PARK, IL help you downsize, upgrade, or refinance. Whatever your Winston Churchill was one of the most influential people of next big decision is, we have the experience and knowledge the 20th century, and he saw England through some of the to create a mortgage solution that’s perfect for you. darkest days of World War II. Hear the story of the life and career of this larger-than-life character, from his participation in the Boer War as a military journalist to his time as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, as told by Terry Lynch of HFK Presents. wintrustmortgage.com TIME: 10 AM AND 1 PM COST: MEMBERS FREE | NON-MEMBERS $5 Residential lending provided by Wintrust Mortgage, a division of Barrington Bank & Please enter through the side door on the east side of the Trust Company, N.A., a Wintrust Community Bank. NMLS #449042. building, adjacent to the back parking lot. 3 TUESDAY, MAY 25 AND WEDNESDAY, MAY 26 Barbra Streisand EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC First National Bank of Evergreen Park 3960 W. 95TH ST. | EVERGREEN PARK, IL Barbra Streisand is widely known as one of the greatest voices of the last 50 years. Larry Bergnach* will showcase her FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS versatility in music, as well as her other impressive talents, including directing, songwriting, and producing. The program will include her many hits such as, "People," "Evergreen," "You FOR YOU Don't Bring Me Flowers," "The Way We Were," and much more. We will also discover some little-known background Whether you’re preparing for retirement, managing your on Barbra Streisand. retirement income, or planning for your family’s financial security, we’re here to help. Our team of experts offers TIME: 10 AM the personalized attention you deserve with the financial COST: MEMBERS FREE | NON-MEMBERS $5 solutions you need for every stage of your life. Please enter through the side door on the east side of the building, adjacent to the back parking lot. *Larry Bergnach is not an affiliate of Wintrust. WEDNESDAY, MAY 26 Platinum Adventures Memorial Day Event wintrustwealth.com EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC First National Bank of Evergreen Park Contact a financial advisor for more information. 3960 W. 95TH ST. | EVERGREEN PARK, IL In recognition of the upcoming Memorial Day holiday, let's Securities, insurance products, financial planning, and investment management services offered through Wintrust Investments, LLC (Member FINRA/SIPC), founded in 1931. Trust and asset management services remember and honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. offered by The Chicago Trust Company, N.A. and Great Lakes Advisors, LLC, respectively. Drive over to the bank today to pick up an American flag Investment products such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds are: gift and a patriotic treat from Platinum Adventures, while NOT FDIC INSURED | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT A DEPOSIT supplies last. NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY TIME: 10 AM TO 3 PM 4 RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT: MARGIE O'CONNELL 773-298-4712 [email protected] TUESDAY, JUNE 1 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 16 Remembering Route 66 Protecting Seniors From Scams EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC First National Bank of Evergreen Park Virtual event 3960 W. 95TH ST. | EVERGREEN PARK, IL Join us for an engaging presentation by the Illinois attorney Can't take a road trip this year? Travel back in time instead to general's office. Far too often, scam artists prey on individuals explore the history of the "mother road" that linked Chicago to gain their trust and obtain access to their financial to Los Angeles from 1926 to 1985. The name evokes images accounts resulting in exploitation and fraud.