2012 Upcoming Events
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MADE IN IOWA
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Join us on this second annual MADE IN IOWA trip as we explore more fascinating companies in the central part of Iowa. Stops will include SIG Manufacturing, Vermeer Manufacturing and Molengracht in Pella. Additional stops will include Jaarsma Bakery and Ulrich Meat Market. This trip will be of interest to both men and women. Casual attire and closed toes comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Lunch, transportation and admission to the above attractions are included. The cost for the day is $115 all due and payable by April 23rd. Departure time will be 6:30 AM.
Henry A Wallace Country Life Center
Tuesday, June 5, 2012, 11:00 am
Join us as we head to the Henry A Wallace Country Life Center for lunch at The Gathering Table and an afternoon filled with fun activities at the farm. The flowers will be in full bloom. We will leave Creston at 11 am and return at 4 pm. Transportation, lunch and activities are included. Price is $25, space is limited.
Hy-Vee, 600 Sheldon Ave, Creston
Tuesday, June 26, 2012 at 9:30 am
Join your fellow Silver Circle members at Hy-Vee, where we will meet with Ashley Snook, Hy-Vee's Dietician. Ashley will educate us on the NuVal system used in the store, provide us healthy eating tips and answer questions regarding specific dietary needs. Meet at the Hy-Vee deli at 9:30 am for this informative meeting. No cost for meeting, reservations are encouraged. Hope to see you there.
Explore Creston
Tuesday, July 10, 2012 9:00 am
Spend time with Dianne Osmun and Silver Circle friends as we learn about past businesses and industries that were part of the thriving Creston history. Our local historian, Dianne Osmun continues to share her knowledge of Creston's fascinating history. Space is limited. There is no charge, however reservations are required.
Antiques, Tractors, Organ Music, Butterflies & Great Food
Thursday, July 19, 2012
There is still room for you to join us on this one day adventure when we explore antiques in Walnut, tractors at Farmall-land USA in Avoca and the Theatre Pipe Organ tour in Omaha. Two great meals will be served; one will be at the Danish
CANADIAN ROCKIES WESTERN EXPLORER
August 22 - August 29, 2012
Some highlights include: Beautiful Victoria and Butchart Gardens, Vancouver, Historic Yellowhead Highway, Jasper, Maligene Lake Cruise, Ice Explorer tour, Banff and Jasper National Parks, Lake Louise and so much more. Deposits of $500 per person are now due. Travel show for this event is Thursday, April 12th, 6:30 PM at SWCC.
Overnight Mystery Trip
September 20-21, 2012
Don't miss the fun, as this trip will fill up fast. Join the Silver Circle as we have two fun filled days of sites, excitement and places that will amaze you. Departure will be bright and early on Thursday, September 20th and return the evening of the 21st. Cost per person is $360/double, $309 /Triple, $299/Quad, $435/Single all due and payable on August 17th. This is always a popular trip, hope you can join us this year as you won't want to miss the fun!
BRANSON
November 13-16, 2012
In November, we will once again enjoy Branson. Branson is considered to be the "Live Music Show Capitol of the World." Another great line up of shows have been set up for your enjoyment. Shows included are:
- The Texas Tenors: #1 Vocal Group in the History of America's Got Talent
- Pierce Arrow: One of the hottest shows in Branson
- Smoke on the Mountain: The Sanders Family Singers
- Behind the Scenes Tour: At the Sight and Sound Theater
- Joseph: Performed at the Sight and Sound Theater
- Branson Scenic Railroad: Ride through the Ozark foothills and tunnels
There will be free time to visit various shopping venues and attractions in the area. The cost of this trips is $790 per person/double. Tour includes deluxe transportation, 3 nights at the Radisson Hotel, admission to the above mentioned shows, 7 meals, all taxes and gratuities. A deposit of $50 is due by July 9th and the balance due by October 5th.
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis
Civic Center of Greater Des Moines - Friday, December 21, 2012
Tickets have been reserved for the evening Christmas performance by Mannheim Steamroller at the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines. The details of the afternoon and dinner prior to the performance have not been finalized at this time. This was a very popular trip two years ago and a survey showed that a return trip has been requested. Total cost for the trip will be $150, a $60 deposit to hold your space will be required by September 10th and the balance due by November 28th.