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PLATINUM ADVENTURES NEWSLETTER
                  DAY TRIPS • EXTENDED TRIPS • SEMINARS • AND MORE!
FALL 2021

            A MESSAGE FROM
            THE DIRECTOR
            The crisp, cool days and colorful leaves are reminders that fall is in the
            air. It’s the perfect time of year to enjoy what’s left of autumn and get in
            the holiday spirit with your Platinum Adventures friends! We have some
            great events planned for the next few months, including exciting day
            trips, educational seminars, and extended travel opportunities. Why not
            book your calendar now with interesting and fun experiences to look
            forward to?

            Since your safety is our utmost concern, we will be practicing protective
            measures at events. 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
            COVID-19 precautions, 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!

            Megan Burke

                                   FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ANY OF
                                   THE EVENTS YOU SEE IN THIS NEWSLETTER,
                                          OR TO RSVP, CONTACT ME:
                                                   MEGAN BURKE
                                     630-933-8631 | mburke@wheatonbank.com
A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR - Wheaton Bank
FOR DETAILED
    ITINERARIES ON
    ANY OF THESE
    UPCOMING
    DAY TRIPS,
    CONTACT YOUR
    PLATINUM                           DAY TRIPS
                                       You’ll have the unique opportunity to
                                                                                            Pay close attention to the means of
                                                                                            transportation for these trips. Oftentimes,
                                                                                            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, NOVEMBER 10
                                                                       Estate Planning 101
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                                                                       Glen Ellyn Bank & Trust
                                                                       357 ROOSEVELT RD. I GLEN ELLYN, IL
    TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 9                                                Join this thoughtful discussion around an often difficult
                                                                       subject: planning for death and incapacity. Mary Ann Korenic
    Using Credit Cards                                                 and Jamie Holmes with The Chicago Trust Company, N.A.
    EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC
                                                                       will address the importance of having an estate plan. We’ll
    Bolingbrook Bank & Trust                                           learn what documents make up an estate plan and how
    198 S. BOLINGBROOK DR. I BOLINGBROOK, IL                           they all work together. They will also discuss the roles and
    Join Bolingbrook Bank & Trust branch manager Diana Sorescu         responsibilities of a trustee and how they should interact
    to review important credit card terms, understand the              with your family. We hope you will join the conversation
    importance of comparing credit cards, and how to read a            and learn about how a complete estate plan can help you
    credit card statement.                                             and your family.

    TIME: 5 TO 6 PM                                                    TIME: 10 TO 11:30 AM
    COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS I FREE                                 COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS I FREE
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A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR - Wheaton Bank
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR
                                                                                                        ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME
                                                                                                          TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT:
                                                                                                                                  MEGAN BURKE
                                                                                                                                      630-933-8631
                                                                                                                          mburke@wheatonbank.com

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1                                                                  THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2
Christmas at the Pabst Mansion                                                         30th Anniversary Open House
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Pabst Mansion                                                                          Glen Ellyn Bank & Trust
2000 W. WISCONSIN AVE. I MILWAUKEE, WI                                                 357 ROOSEVELT RD. I GLEN ELLYN, IL
Celebrate the holidays at the historic Pabst Mansion. The                              Cheers to 30 years! Wintrust is celebrating its 30th anniversary
mansion was recently featured in the New York Times travel                             this month. To show appreciation for our Platinum Adventures
article “36 Hours in Milwaukee” as one of the top destinations                         members, visit us today for an anniversary treat and
to visit while in Milwaukee! The magnificent home of Captain                           fellowship. Not sure if you’re a member? Stop by to learn
Frederick Pabst offers some of Milwaukee’s most gorgeous and                           more about our fun travel and activity club. You can start
colorful holiday decor during Christmas at the Pabst Mansion.                          your free membership today and stay informed about future
We will leave time to explore the mansion gift shop before                             events! We hope you can join us. Thank you for being our
we depart for lunch at Maders, where you can choose from                               valued customer.
sauerbraten, bratwurst and knockwurst, or vegetable primavera.
                                                                                       TIME: 10 AM TO 3 PM
TIME: 8:45 AM TO 5 PM                                                                  COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE
COST: MEMBERS $90 I NON-MEMBERS $95
OAK BROOK DEPARTURE: 8:45 AM
GLEN ELLYN DEPARTURE: 9:15 AM                                                          WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8
Event attendees are required to show proof of vaccination or
negative COVID test results.                                                           “It’s a Wonderful Life”
                                                                                       EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC

                                                                                       Drury Lane Theatre
                                                                                       100 DRURY LANE I OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL
            MORTGAGE OPTIONS                                                           Did you know that Cary Grant was supposed to star in “It’s

       TAILORED FOR YOU                                                                a Wonderful Life?” That the gym floor that was famously
                                                                                       turned into a swimming pool was, in fact, real? Even if you’ve
                                                                                       seen the classic holiday film 150 times, you’ll love the fun
   Life can take you many places. Sometimes, it even leads you                         program that explores the story of the movie’s creation,
   to a new home. That’s why we’re here. Our professionals can                         including how the script evolved, how the cast was chosen,
   help you downsize, upgrade, or refinance. Whatever your                             and more. Leslie Goddard* will lead this fascinating discussion
   next big decision is, we have the experience and knowledge                          where you’ll find out what happened to the cast and enjoy
   to create a mortgage solution that’s perfect for you.                               rare photographs taken behind the scenes. For lunch, choose
                                                                                       from cabernet-braised angus beef or roasted chicken.

                                                                                       TIME: 10:30 AM TO 1 PM
                                                                                       COST: MEMBERS $50 | NON-MEMBERS $55
                                                                                       Transportation is not provided.
                             wintrustmortgage.com                                      *Leslie Goddard is not an affiliate of Wintrust.
                                                                                       Event attendees are required to show proof of vaccination or
  Residential lending provided by Wintrust Mortgage, a division of Barrington Bank &   negative COVID test results.
  Trust Company, N.A., a Wintrust Community Bank. NMLS #449042.

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10
    “West Side Story” The Movie
    EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC

    Classic Cinemas – York Theater
    150 N. YORK ST. | ELMHURST, IL
    Don’t miss Steven Spielberg’s adaptation of the 1957 musical
    on its opening day in which a modern day Romeo and Juliet
    are involved in New York street gangs. On the harsh streets of
    the upper west side, two gangs battle for control of the turf.
    The situation becomes complicated when a gang members falls
    in love with a rival’s sister. Starring Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler
    and Ariana DuBose, and choreography by Tony Award winner
    Justin Peck. Price includes movie admission as well as a drink,
    popcorn, and a fruit snack. Doors open at 11:30 AM.
                                                                                   FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS

                                                                               FOR YOU
    TIME: NOON
    COST: MEMBERS $10 | NON-MEMBERS $12
    Transportation is not provided.
    Event attendees are required to show proof of vaccination or
    negative COVID test results.

                                                                              Whether you’re preparing for retirement, managing your
    WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15                                                    retirement income, or planning for your family’s financial
    “Holiday Inn”                                                             security, we’re here to help. Our team of experts offers
    EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC                                          the personalized attention you deserve with the financial
                                                                              solutions you need for every stage of your life.
    Drury Lane Theatre
    100 DRURY LANE I OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL
    Based on the classic film, Irving Berlin’s “Holiday Inn”
    follows retired song-and-dance man Jim’s efforts to bring
    entertainment to his small Connecticut town. With the help
    of talented school teacher Linda, he turns his farmhouse into
    an inn and puts on shows celebrating all holidays. This joyous,                                         wintrustwealth.com
    family friendly musical features thrilling dance numbers,
    laugh-out-loud comedy, and many of Irving Berlin’s hit songs,                  Contact a financial advisor for more information.
    including the Academy Award-winning “White Christmas.” For
    lunch, you may choose from chicken roulade, filet mignon, or
                                                                          Securities, insurance products, financial planning, and investment management services offered through
    vegetable lasagna.                                                    Wintrust Investments, LLC (Member FINRA/SIPC), founded in 1931. Trust and asset management services
                                                                          offered by The Chicago Trust Company, N.A. and Great Lakes Advisors, LLC, respectively.
    TIME: 11:30 AM
                                                                          Investment products such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds are:
    COST: MEMBERS $80 | NON-MEMBERS $85                                   NOT FDIC INSURED | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT A DEPOSIT
                                                                          NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY
    Transportation is not provided.
    Event attendees are required to show proof of vaccination or
4   negative COVID test results.
A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR - Wheaton Bank
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR
                                                                                    ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME
                                                                                      TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT:
                                                                                                              MEGAN BURKE
                                                                                                                  630-933-8631
                                                                                                      mburke@wheatonbank.com

TUESDAY, JANUARY 11 | 2022                                         THURSDAY, JANUARY 20 | 2022
Healthier Habits for 2022                                          A Practical Guide to Long-Term
EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC                                   Care Planning
Glen Ellyn Bank & Trust                                            EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC
357 ROOSEVELT RD. I GLEN ELLYN, IL                                 Naperville Bank & Trust
Ready for a healthier lifestyle but not sure where to begin?       555 FORT HILL DR. I NAPERVILLE, IL
Organic vs. all-natural? Non-GMO? Sugar grams? Gluten-             The majority of people will need long-term care at some
free? Cage-free vs. pasture raised? Kick off the new year with     point in their lives. Would you know where to begin when it
Certified Sports Nutritionist and Wellness Educator, Stefanie      comes to selecting a community or figuring out how you will
Rock* in discovering nutritional fact from marketing fiction, as   pay for the monthly fees? You have worked your entire life to
well as simple switches to improve your well-being. Empower        amass your retirement savings and now it appears it could be
yourself to make choices right for you and your budget.            wiped out rapidly. Join Linda M. Strohschein of Strohschein
                                                                   Law Group in learning how some strategic long term care
TIME: 2 TO 3 PM
                                                                   planning with an elder law attorney can help you create the
COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS I FREE
                                                                   best plan possible for you or your loved one.
*Stephanie Rock is not an affiliate of Wintrust.
                                                                   TIME: 10 TO 11 AM
                                                                   COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS I FREE

                                                                   THURSDAY, JANUARY 27 | 2022
                                                                   Taking History to Heart
                                                                   EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12 | 2022
                                                                   Illinois Holocaust Museum
Platinum Adventures Health Fair
EASY 1
                                                                   & Education Center
         2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC
                                                                   9603 WOODS DR. I SKOKIE, IL
Wintrust Financial Center                                          Join us on “Holocaust Remembrance Day” as we visit
9700 W. HIGGINS RD. | ROSEMONT, IL                                 the third largest Holocaust Museum in the world. The
New Year, new you! Let’s start 2022 off right and work on          Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center provides a
that New Year’s resolution to take control of our health. Join     world-class museum and education experience, honoring
                                                                   memories and inspiring individuals regardless of age, to
us for a series of informative discussions related to health       stand up for what they believe in. You will explore the
concerns including cancer, lung health, and Alzheimer’s            exhibits, which seamlessly weave survivor narratives,
disease. Before the presentations, there will be a number of       personal belongings, videos, and photographs into a moving
expo tables for participants to pick up information on various     and responsive experience. We will enjoy a boxed lunch
important health topics. Lunch is included.                        at the museum. Choose from a turkey wrap, vegetarian
                                                                   sandwich, or cobb salad.
TIME: 11:30 AM
COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE                                 TIME: 9 AM TO 4 PM
Event attendees are required to show proof of vaccination or       COST: MEMBERS $65 | NON-MEMBERS $70
negative COVID test results.                                       OAK BROOK DEPARTURE: 9 AM
                                                                   Event attendees are required to show proof of vaccination or
                                                                   negative COVID test results.
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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2 | 2022
    Women Lore presents “Emily Dickinson”
    EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC

    Ruth Lake Country Club                                            TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 15 | 2022
    6200 S. MADISON ST. | HINSDALE, IL                                Exploring Music Therapy
    Thought of an eccentric by the locals, Emily Dickinson became     EASY 1      2      3    4      5 ENERGETIC
    known for her penchant for white clothing and her reluctance      Glen Ellyn Bank & Trust
    to greet guests, or later in life, even leave her room. Most of   357 ROOSEVELT RD. I GLEN ELLYN, IL
    her friendships were carried out by correspondence. Emily was     Join Alyssa McFadden, MT-BC, with Music Speaks, LLC
    a prolific private poet. Her poems questioned the nature of       for a presentation on music therapy. Alyssa will define
    immortality and death. Through nature and life she was able to    music therapy, describe how the music can help different
    glimpse into a mystic dimension beyond worldly distractions.      populations, and provide a chance to experience music
    Emily is one of the most loved and certainly the greatest         therapy. Questions, laughter, and singing are all encouraged!
    American woman poet. Lunch will be your choice of chicken
    marsala, mesquite grilled salmon, or sliced sirloin.              TIME: 1 TO 2 PM
                                                                      COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS I FREE
    TIME: 10:30 AM TO 1 PM
    COST: MEMBERS $45 | NON-MEMBERS $50
    Transportation is not provided.
    Event attendees are required to show proof of vaccination or
    negative COVID test results.                                                 ARE YOU HEADING
                                                                                    TO FLORIDA
                                                                                   THIS WINTER?
    WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 9 | 2022                                                   OUR NAPLES LOCATION HAS YOU COVERED!
    Medicare
    EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC
                                                                            If you’re traveling to the Sunshine State, you don’t have to worry
    Naperville Bank & Trust                                                 about leaving your community bank behind. That’s because we
    555 FORT HILL DR. I NAPERVILLE, IL                                      have a location in Naples where you have access to your finances
    Diane Adduci, a community educator and licensed insurance               and the reliable banking services you’ve come to expect, including
                                                                            wealth management and mortgage options. So, relax and enjoy
    representative with Adduci Insurance Services, will present
                                                                            the warm weather. We’ll be right there and ready to serve you!
    an educational program about Medicare Parts A and B and
    will also be discussing Medicare Supplement Plans. Come
    and learn about eligibility, enrollment, and the benefits
    of Medicare and Medicare Supplements. This program is
    designed for people turning 65, already 65 or over but leaving
                                                                                                  B ANKING C ENTER
    their employer plan, or people who would simply like to learn
                                                                                               3401 Tamiami
                                                                                                 3401       Trail
                                                                                                      Tamiami     North
                                                                                                               Trail     | Naples,
                                                                                                                     North         Florida
                                                                                                                            | Naples, FL
    more about Medicare. Questions are welcome!                                                239-687-5200  | www.wintrustflorida.com
                                                                                                         wintrustflorida.com

    TIME: 1 TO 2:30 PM                                                    Wintrust Banking Center is a branch of Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, N.A.
    COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS I FREE
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A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR - Wheaton Bank
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR
                                                                                  ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME
                                                                                    TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT:
                                                                                                                MEGAN BURKE
                                                                                                                630-933-8631
                                                                                                    mburke@wheatonbank.com

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 16 | 2022                                    WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2 | 2022
Extended Trips Preview                                           “Come From Away”         LIM                       IT
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Wintrust Financial Center                                        Cadillac Palace Theatre
9700 W. HIGGINS RD. | ROSEMONT, IL                               151 W. RANDOLPH ST. | CHICAGO, IL
Join us for a special trip presentation and travel the world     One of Broadway’s newest musicals is here for us to enjoy!
with us! You’ll hear all about the exciting trips and see        Experience the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded
slideshows for great destinations we’ve planned for you,         passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that
including Arizona Baseball Getaway; Cherry Blossom Time          welcomed them. On September 11, 2001, the world stopped.
in Our Nation’s Capital; Spotlight on the French Riviera;        On September 12, their stories moved us all. Cultures clashed
Switzerland and the Italian Lakes; Summertime Mystery Trip;      and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music
Mount Rushmore, Deadwood, and the Badlands; Jewels of
                                                                 soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring
the Rhine River; Northern California; and more. You’ll want to
                                                                 friendships. Join us for this emotional new musical. We’ll enjoy
start packing your bags! Lunch is included.
                                                                 lunch before the performance.
TIME: 11:30 AM
                                                                 COST: MEMBERS $175 | NON-MEMBERS $185
COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE
                                                                 Call for departure information.
The destinations presented may change based upon                 Event attendees are required to show proof of vaccination or
availability at time of trip preview.                            negative COVID test results.
Event attendees are required to show proof of vaccination or
negative COVID test results.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 17 | 2022                                     TUESDAY, MARCH 8 | 2022
“Evita”                                                          Pain Management
EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC                                 EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC

Drury Lane Theatre                                               Glen Ellyn Bank & Trust
100 DRURY LANE I OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL                            357 ROOSEVELT RD. I GLEN ELLYN, IL
Based on true events, “Evita” tells the story of Eva Peron’s     Join us for a morning of self-help to learn five ways to
rags-to-riches life as she goes from poor provincial child to    successfully reduce chronic pain. Anne Weinrep, Psy.D.,*
First Lady of Argentina. A champion of the working-class         a licensed clinical psychologist with an expertise in chronic
descamisados, she uses popularity and politics to serve          pain management, will help us understand broad definitions of
her people – and herself. Featuring some of Tim Rice and         pain; identify and learn stress reduction techniques; identify
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s most iconic songs including “Don’t         thoughts that act as internal stressors for pain and how to
Cry for Me, Argentina,” this musical masterpiece won seven
                                                                 change them; and learn diaphragmatic breathing.
Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Original
                                                                 This presentation will include learning muscle relaxation
Score. Lunch will be your choice of filet mignon, chicken
roulade or pork medallions.                                      techniques and an imagery exercise; two key skills in a
                                                                 pain-lowering program.
TIME: 11:30 AM TO 4 PM
                                                                 TIME: 11 AM TO 12:30 PM
COST: MEMBERS $80 | NON-MEMBERS $85
                                                                 COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS I FREE
Transportation is not provided.
                                                                 *Anne Weinrep, Psy.D. is not an affiliate of Wintrust.
Event attendees are required to show proof of vaccination or
negative COVID test results.                                                                                                        7
A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR - Wheaton Bank
TUESDAY, MARCH 15 | 2022 &
                                                                     WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16 | 2022
                                                                     AARP Driver Safety Course
                                                                     EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC

                                                                     Naperville Bank & Trust
                                                                     555 FORT HILL DR. I NAPERVILLE, IL
                                                                     By taking a driver refresher course, you’ll be updated on
                                                                     the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques,
                                                                     and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s
                                                                     increasingly challenging driving environment. You’ll also
                                                                     learn how you can manage and accommodate common
                                                                     age-related changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time.
                                                                     Attendees may be eligible for an insurance discount after
                                                                     completing this course. AARP membership is not required
                                                                     to take the course. Your AARP card is required to receive
                                                                     member discount. Bring your driver’s license.

                                                                     TIME: 9 AM TO 1 PM
                                                                     COST: AARP MEMBERS $20 | NON-MEMBERS $25
                                                                     Attendees must attend both days. Reservations are
    WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 | 2022                                        required. Pay by check on-site.
    Vivian Maier: In Color
    EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC                                 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27 | 2022
    Chicago History Museum                                           “The King and I”
    1601 N. CLARK ST. I CHICAGO, IL                                  EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC
    A nanny by trade, Vivian Maier took everyday moments             Drury Lane Theatre
    and transformed them into something extraordinary. Maier’s       100 DRURY LANE I OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL
    photographs on the streets of Chicago and its suburbs            British tutor Anna Leonowens and the King of Siam struggle
    encourage viewers to look beyond the ordinary. She died          with cultural differences after Anna arrives at the royal
    before her life’s work was shared with the world, and left       palace in Bangkok. Inspired by true events, Rodgers and
    behind hundreds of prints, 100,000 negatives, and about a        Hammerstein’s “The King and I” is a tale of the human
    thousand rolls of undeveloped film. A collector discovered       experience, exploring the historical intricacies of class, race,
    and purchased the contents of her storage lockers – gifting us   and politics in 1862. Featuring beloved songs like “Shall We
    the mystery of the elusive woman behind the camera.              Dance?” and “Getting to Know You,” this classic won 13 Tony
    We will enjoy lunch at Orso’s after enjoying this                Awards, including Best Musical and Best Revival of a Musical.
    multimedia exhibition.                                           We will enjoy lunch prior to performance.
    TIME: 8:15 AM TO 3:30 PM                                         TIME: 11:30 AM TO 4 PM
    COST: MEMBERS $90 | NON-MEMBERS $95                              COST: MEMBERS $80 | NON-MEMBERS $85
    GLEN ELLYN DEPARTURE: 8:15 AM                                    No transportation provided.
    OAK BROOK DEPARTURE: 8:45 AM                                     Event attendees are required to show proof of vaccination or
    Event attendees are required to show proof of vaccination or     negative COVID test results.
8   negative COVID test results.
A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR - Wheaton Bank
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR
                                                                    ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME
                                                                      TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT:
                                                                                                MEGAN BURKE
                                                                                                  630-933-8631
                                                                                      mburke@wheatonbank.com

FOR DETAILED
ITINERARIES ON
ANY OF THESE
UPCOMING
EXTENDED TRIPS,
CONTACT YOUR      EXTENDED                                              entertainment will be provided and have
                                                                        been thoughtfully planned out by our

PLATINUM
ADVENTURES
                  TRIPS
                  Have you always wanted to explore the
                                                                        Platinum Adventures directors alongside
                                                                        experienced and highly-qualified travel
                                                                        professionals. All extended trips include
DIRECTOR.         world but don’t know where to begin to                at home pick-up and return and trip
                  plan your travels? We have the solution               insurance. Sit back, relax, and join us for
                  for you. Let us handle all of the planning.           this rare opportunity to see the sights
                  Our extended trips offer you the chance               you never thought you’d see. If you have
                  of a lifetime to see the world like you’ve            any questions, need more information, or
                  never seen it before. Extended trips range            would like to make reservations for any of
                  in length from a few days to a few weeks.             our extended trips, please contact your
                  Most transportation, lodging, meals, and              bank’s Platinum Adventures Club director.

                                                 MARCH 6 - 11 | 2022
                                                 Arizona Baseball Getaway
                                                 EASY 1   2     3   4   5 ENERGETIC

                                                 PHOENIX, AZ
                                                 Cheer on your favorite hometown team as they prepare
                                                 for the 2022 baseball season in sunny Arizona! You’ll have
                                                 the opportunity to see a spring training game for either the
                                                 Chicago Cubs or the Chicago White Sox. Enjoy the beautiful
                                                 scenery and warm temperatures as you tour the Phoenix area,
                                                 visit the gorgeous red rock country of Sedona, and relax on a
                                                 peaceful cruise around Saguaro Lake. You’ll also explore music
                                                 from around the world at the fascinating Musical Instrument
                                                 Museum. Come along with Platinum Adventures to escape
                                                 the cold weather!

                                                 COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $3,400 PP | SINGLE $4,095 PP
                                                 NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $3,600 PP | SINGLE $4,295 PP

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MAY 7 - 15 | 2022
                                                                     Spotlight on the French Riviera
                                                                     EASY 1   2   3   4   5   ENERGETIC
                                                                     NICE, GRASSE, AND ST. TROPEZ, FRANCE, AND MONACO
                                                                     Enjoy staying in one hotel for seven nights in the sunny seaside
                                                                     paradise of Nice! You’ll spend time in the fairy-tale Principality
                                                                     of Monaco. Get a glimpse into the lives of the rich and famous
                                                                     in Cannes and St. Tropez. Shop like a local at Nice’s colorful
                                                                     flower market. Discover the opulence of the Villa Ephrussi
                                                                     de Rothschild and its divine gardens. Watch artisans create
                                                                     fragrant perfumes in Grasse. Explore the medieval village of
                                                                     Saint-Paul de Vence. Embrace the breathtaking beauty on this
                                                                     tour of the spectacular French Riviera!

                                                                     COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $4,080 PP | SINGLE $4,480 PP
                                                                     NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $4,280 PP | SINGLE $4,680 PP
                                                                     Price is guaranteed for bookings through November 7, 2021.
     APRIL 8 - 14 | 2022
     Cherry Blossom Time in Our                                      JUNE 17 - 26 | 2022
     Nation’s Capital                                                Switzerland and the Italian Lakes
     EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC                                EASY 1   2   3   4   5   ENERGETIC
     WASHINGTON, D.C., AND WILLIAMSBURG, VA                          GENEVA, LUCERNE, AND ZURICH, SWITZERLAND AND
     Join us for a historical adventure as we explore the nation’s   COMO, ITALY
     capital in springtime. Visit George Washington’s Mount          Experience magnificent mountains and spectacular scenery
     Vernon estate; Arlington National Cemetery; Ford’s Theatre      on a tour of Switzerland. You’ll begin in Geneva, where the Jet
     and the Petersen House; and the National Museum of              d’Eau water fountain soars high in the sky. Stroll the waterfront
     American History at the Smithsonian Institute. See the          promenade along Lake Geneva in Lausanne. See medieval
     Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, Vietnam Veterans            architecture in the capital city of Bern. Have your camera
     Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, the World War II Memorial, and      ready to capture the stunning Staubbachfall waterfall. Travel
     more in the National Mall. Enjoy the beauty of the cherry       by cog railway to the top of Mount Rigi for fantastic views
     trees during the National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade.       of the mountains and Lake Lucerne. Enjoy a cruise on Lake
     You’ll also visit the Jamestown Settlement, the American        Como and leisure time in picturesque Bellagio, Italy. Delight
     Revolution Museum at Yorktown, and Colonial Williamsburg.       in delicious Swiss chocolate on a tour at the Lindt Home of
     Come along on this patriotic journey!                           Chocolate. Don’t miss out on this amazing adventure!

     COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $3,115 PP | SINGLE $4,215 PP               COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $7,045 PP | SINGLE $8,130 PP
     NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $3,315 PP | SINGLE $4,415 PP                 NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $7,245 PP | SINGLE $8,330 PP
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RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR
                                                                                  ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME
                                                                                    TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT:
                                                                                                              MEGAN BURKE
                                                                                                                  630-933-8631
                                                                                                      mburke@wheatonbank.com

JULY 5 - 9 | 2022
Summertime Mystery Trip
EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC

Get ready for a fun, creative time on our Summertime
Mystery Trip, where every destination and event is a surprise!
You’ll visit interesting places with clues, entertainment,       SEPTEMBER 8 - 18 | 2022
and festive activities wrapped up in good old-fashioned          Jewels of the Rhine River
fun. Excellent dining, hotels, fascinating attractions, and a    EASY 1   2   3   4   5   ENERGETIC
professional tour director all make this motorcoach tour a       SWITZERLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, AND
great value. Wherever we go, it’s sure to be an adventure you    THE NETHERLANDS
won’t want to miss!                                              Start your adventure with two nights in Lucerne, Switzerland,
                                                                 a delightful city with a dramatic backdrop of the magnificent
COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $1,650 PP | SINGLE $2,110 PP
                                                                 Swiss Alps. Then, set sail along the romantic Rhine River
NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $1,850 PP | SINGLE $2,310 PP                  on your way to see Strasbourg’s beautiful architecture;
Motorcoach trip
                                                                 experience a wine tasting in Heidelberg; visit the historic
                                                                 towns of Koblenz and Cologne; and finally, arrive in the
                                                                 quintessentially Dutch city of Amsterdam. Enjoy and relax on
                                                                 the lovely Emerald Waterways Star-Ship with first class service
                                                                 and a variety of international cuisine, onboard entertainment,
                                                                 and more!

AUGUST 13 - 19 | 2022                                            COST: STARTING AT $5,149 PP BASED ON CABIN
Mount Rushmore, Deadwood, and                                    PREFERENCE. CALL FOR PRICING.
the Badlands
EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC                                 OCTOBER 14 - 20 | 2022
DEADWOOD, WALL, AND RAPID CITY, SD                               Northern California
Discover South Dakota’s history and beauty as you embark         EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC
on a journey to “The Mount Rushmore State.” See the              SAN FRANCISCO AND MONTEREY, CA
magnificent sculptures of Mount Rushmore and the Crazy           Your adventure begins in San Francisco, where you’ll tour
Horse Memorial. Tour the Badlands National Park and Custer       this fabulous city and see the Golden Gate Bridge, Nob
State Park. Marvel at the spectacular scenery of the Black       Hill, Fisherman’s Wharf, crooked Lombard Street, and more.
Hills as you ride the Black Hills Central Railroad 1880 Train.   Set sail on a relaxing cruise in San Francisco Bay. Enjoy wine
Explore local attractions in Deadwood, see fossils at The        tastings in Napa Valley. Climb aboard a steam locomotive
Mammoth Site of Hot Springs excavation site, and learn           for a thrilling ride through a redwood tree forest. Have your
about local Native American culture. A trip to South Dakota is   camera ready as you explore the California coastline on
not complete without a stop at Wall Drug, a unique shopping      the incredible 17-Mile Drive. Visit the charming villages of
emporium.                                                        Sausalito, Carmel-by-the-Sea, and Monterey. Join us as we
                                                                 explore Northern California!
COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $2,770 PP | SINGLE $3,600 PP
NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $2,970 PP | SINGLE $3,800 PP                  COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $4,660 PP | SINGLE $5,455 PP
Motorcoach trip                                                  NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $4,860 PP | SINGLE $5,655 PP
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WHEATON’S COMMUNITY BANK
       100 N. Wheaton Ave. | Wheaton, IL 60187
        630-690-1800 | www.wheatonbank.com

Membership is for those 50 years of age or better with a customer relationship. See a personal banker for more details.

     GENERAL INFORMATION
     ADDRESS FOR WHEATON BANK & TRUST DEPARTURE SITE(S):
     The bus cannot wait for late participants. Please arrive at your departure site 15 minutes prior to departure time. Refunds are not available for late or
     no-show participants.
     Depart Glen Ellyn                                                      Depart Oak Brook
     B.R. Ryall YMCA (Far northwest corner of lot)                          Christ Church of Oak Brook (West Parking Lot)
     49 Deicke Dr., Glen Ellyn, IL 60137                                    501 Oak Brook Rd., Oak Brook, IL 60523

     RESERVATION POLICY FOR DAY & EXTENDED TRIPS:
     Reservations may be made by phone to Megan Burke at 630-933-8631 or by email at mburke@wheatonbank.com. For your reservation to be confirmed,
     payment must be in my office within seven days after reservations are made: Megan Burke, Wheaton Bank & Trust, 100 N. Wheaton Ave., Wheaton, IL 60187.
     Please make checks payable to Platinum Adventures. Please remember to make your menu selections when you reserve your tour. Member pricing is for
     current Platinum Adventures Club members only.

     RESPONSIBILITY OF WHEATON BANK & TRUST:
     Platinum Adventures and Wheaton Bank & Trust are not the source or supplier of the travel services offered, but act solely as agent for the actual suppliers
     of such services. Your participation in any such travel services is conditioned upon your consent to the use of those suppliers and your agreement not to
     hold Platinum Adventures and Wheaton Bank & Trust responsible should any of these suppliers: 1) fail to provide the travel services purchased; 2) fail to
     comply with any applicable law; or 3) engage in any negligent act or omission that causes any sort of injury, damage, delay, or inconvenience.
     Your participation is also conditioned upon your agreement to review all of your travel documents, including applicable cancellation and travel insurance
     policies. You may contact Megan Burke at 630-933-8631 with any questions concerning required travel documents and applicable cancellation and travel
     insurance policies. Group travel fares typically involve restrictions and changing any aspect of your travel arrangements may result in the payment of
     additional money. Cancellation or failure to attend any part of your Platinum Adventures travel, tour, or event may result in financial penalties up to and
     including the loss of all monies paid. A travel insurance policy may provide a remedy if you canceled for a covered reason.
     Wheaton Bank & Trust is acting in the capacity of extending this invitation to travel to the Platinum Adventures members and their guests. Wheaton
     Bank & Trust reserves the right to refuse acceptance to anyone it judges incapable of meeting the rigors and requirements of participating in any
     activity or trip at any time.
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