a Message From The Director - Libertyville Bank · *Wed. June 22nd - Green Roofs Tour including Rick Bayless Rooftop Garden | $103 ... There are many Beatles tributes, but there’s

A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR

DAY TRIPS • EXTENDED TRIPS • SEMINARS • AND MORE!PLATINUM ADVENTURES® NEWSLETTER

WINTER 2016

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ANY OF THE EVENTS YOU SEE IN THIS NEWSLETTER, OR TO

RSVP, CONTACT ME:

NADINE MIHALJEVIC847-990-6726 | [email protected]

The holidays are here! Between traveling, shopping, and spending time with loved ones, it’s a busy and exciting time of year. With all of that excitement comes another change in season. Temperatures are dropping, our evenings are beginning a little earlier, and soon the snow will greet us once again. It’s easy to stay inside and hibernate until spring, but I hope you bundle up and get out to enjoy the season with us!

Whether it’s a local Health Fair this winter, or a getaway to tropical Costa Rica this spring, I hope you have a chance to participate in the excellent adventures we have planned for 2016!

Our members and I had a wonderful Fall season as we enjoyed the awesome Century of Progress in Indiana, “It’s a Wonderful Life”, the Circus, Joffrey Ballet’s “The Nutcracker,” and each other’s company at the annual Holiday Party. There were numerous timely free seminars on Medicare, wills, probate and more. Additionally, as winter arrives, we have more great events planned! Don’t miss Barbara Rinella at the Royal Melbourne Country Club on April 7th--reservation deadline is February 29th.

Be sure to also check out the Friends of the Poor Benefit on Sunday, April 17, at the Drury Lane in Oak Brook. $75 helps area residents in need and includes a champagne brunch, entertainment, and bus. We are also taking reservations for these upcoming events:

*Sun. April 27th - Walking Tour/Chicago’s Statues with Pedway Block 37 | $80*April Coin Appraisals at 6 bank locations-call for details*Thurs. May 19th - Miller Park, Cubs vs. Brewers | $90 Loge Infield seats*Wed. June 22nd - Green Roofs Tour including Rick Bayless Rooftop Garden | $103

Events tend to fill up quickly, so sign up as soon as possible.

Looking forward to seeing you on an adventure! Happy Travels!

Nadine Mihaljevic

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 26Platinum Adventures Health Fair

Wintrust Financial Center9700 W. HIGGINS RD. | ROSEMONTDo you make a New Year’s resolution each year saying you will take better control of your health in the coming year? If so, join us at the Platinum Adventures Health Fair. There will be a series of discussions on health issues that are of concern to us. Health care representatives will discuss Alzheimer’s, Diabetes, Heart Health, Cancer, Nutrition and more. Participants will visit the health care expo and pick up information on various important health topics. Lunch will be provided.

TIME: 11:30 AM | COST: FREERESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 23The McCartney Years

Metropolis Performing Arts Center ARLINGTON HEIGHTSThere are many Beatles tributes, but there’s only one show that celebrates the genius of Paul McCartney at the height of his career in the mid-1970s. The McCartney years is a note-for-note faithful recreation of a Paul McCartney concert. The show is period true, technically stunning and sonically explosive. The band doesn’t miss a beat that will transport you back to the first time you heard these songs on vinyl. Experience three decades of “The Beatles” and “Wings” live. Dinner will be at Francesca Tavola.

COST: $118 PER PERSON-INCLUDES DELUXE MOTOR COACH, DINNER, CONCERT, ALL TIPSDEPART: LIBERTYVILLE | 3 PM

EASY ENERGETIC1 2 3 4 5 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 3Legends in Concert

Fireside Theatre FORT ATKINSON, WIDirect from Las Vegas, Legends in Concert presents dynamic and talented performers re-creating the unforgettable concert appearances of show biz immortals Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Neil Diamond, Elton John, Whitney Houston and Carrie Underwood. Performances so real that you would swear the legends were right in front of you. Enjoy the dazzling array of singers, dancers, glittering costumes and sensational lighting! These Legends put on as spectacular a show as you find in Las Vegas.

TIME: 8:30 AM TO 6:30 PMCOST: $96 PER PERSON INCLUDES DELUXE MOTOR COACH, LUNCH, SHOW, ALL TIPSDEPART: LIBERTYVILLE | 8:30 AM & WAUCONDA | 9 AM RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.



THURSDAY, JANUARY 21Scams & Current Trends Seminar

Gurnee Community Bank | 10 to 11:30 AM675 N. O’PLAINE RD. | GURNEEVernon Hills Bank & Trust | 1:30 to 3 PM1101 LAKEVIEW PKWY. | VERNON HILLSHear from your local crime prevention unit about the latest scams and current trends in fraud and how to protect yourself.

COST: FREE RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.

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RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME

TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT:

NADINE MIHALJEVIC847-990-6726

[email protected]

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11Keep it Safe Presentation

Wintrust Financial Center9700 W. HIGGINS RD. | ROSEMONTJoin us for this important presentation and learn how to guard against identity theft and elder financial abuse. Our speaker will discuss ways to be financially prepared for disasters and the need to plan for unexpected death or disability. You’ll receive general information on the laws and regulations that protect your rights as a consumer and knowing your legal rights can help you protect your money. You’ll also learn how federal deposit insurance protects your deposits. Lunch will be provided.

TIME: 11:30 AM | COST: FREERESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.



SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6Disney on Ice

Bradley CenterMILWAUKEE, WIJoin your favorite Disney Princesses in a celebration of 75 years of Disney Princess stories, including two modern-day princesses, Rapunzel and Tiana, the always elegant Cinderella, and the princess that started it all, Snow White. Invite your family or just come along as we will delight in the beauty, sparkle and spirit of the ultimate Disney Princess event of a lifetime! Great seats! Section 200, Rows D-G. Meal is on your own at concession stands.

COST: ADULTS | $59 & AGES 5-12 | $39 INCLUDES DELUXE MOTOR COACH, EXCELLENT SEATS, TIPSDEPART: LIBERTYVILLE | 9:15 AM RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.


MONDAY, FEBRUARY 29Transforming Social Security-Winning Retirement Strategy

Libertyville Bank & Trust 1200 S. MILWAUKEE AVE. | LIBERTYVILLE(2ND FLOOR BOARD ROOM)Michael Eccleston, Vice President with BlackRock Investments, will present the individual and Spousal/Survivor rules of retirement benefits and the collecting strategies of retirement benefits. Tim Notaro with Wintrust Wealth Management will be co-sponsoring this event with the Platinum Adventures Club at Libertyville Bank & Trust.

TIME: 5:30 TO 6 PM | COST: FREE RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.


THURSDAY, MARCH 3Paris in Chicago Tour

Downtown ChicagoExplore the French influence on Chicago’s history! Chicago’s recorded history begins with the French explorers, missionaries, and fur traders in the late 17th Century. On this tour we will visit a French bakery; drive by Buckingham Fountain (designed by Marcel Francois Loyau and inspired by the Versailles); see a sculpture by Jean Dubuffet at the Thompson Center; admire Chagall’s Mosaic, “Four Seasons”; enjoy a French Country Lunch, take in music by a Cabaret singer, and wander Chicago’s French Market.

TIME: 8:15 AM TO 5:30 PM | COST: $95 PER PERSONDEPART: WAUCONDA | 8:15 AM & LIBERTYVILLE | 8:45 AM RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED BY FEBRUARY 16.

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TUESDAY, MARCH 22Coin Stories

Wauconda Community Bank 495 W. LIBERTY ST. | WAUCONDA(COMMUNITY ROOM, LOWER LEVEL)Ron Beckstrom of Golden Rule Coins* presents an informative seminar focusing on U.S. coins. Learn why we toss a coin to decide an issue and why we call a quarter “two bits” and much more. The first 25 people who register for this presentation may bring up to 3 coins or currency to be appraised in front of the group and will provide some history about your coins. Later in April, each of our branches will also host coin appraisal events. Call Nadine or your local branch for the personal coin appraisal dates.

TIME: 10 AM TO NOON | COST: FREE RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.*Ron Beckstrom is an independent 3rd party not affiliated with Wintrust or any of its subsidiaries.


WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16Flower & Garden Show

Navy Pier CHICAGOSpring is just around the corner, and a visit to the Flower & Garden Show at Chicago’s Navy Pier is a great way to get that first feeling of the blooms to come. See beautiful displays, do a little shopping, and talk with experts. We’ll break the day up with a delicious luncheon at Riva Crabhouse. Your meal includes soup or salad, and a choice of Chicken Limone, Grilled Salmon, or Boneless Beef Short Rib. After lunch there will be time to finish up purchases or walk through Navy Pier.

TIME: 9 AM TO 4:30 PM | COST: $85 PER PERSONDEPART: LIBERTYVILLE | CALL FOR DETAILS. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. ENTREE SELECTION DUE WITH RESERVATIONS.

THURSDAY, MAY 12The King and I

Lyric Opera of ChicagoThe King and I is one of the most popular and ground breaking musicals of all time. The King of Siam is an absolute ruler who meets his match in Anna, the feisty teacher he’s hired to instruct his many wives and children in the ways of the “civilized” West and to learn to lead his country into the modern world. Enjoy Broadway’s greatest songs-”Shall We Dance?”,”I Whistle a Happy Tune,” “Hello, Young Lovers,” and more. We will have lunch at River Roast before the show. Choose Grilled Chicken or Parmesan Tilapia. COST: $173.00 INCLUDES THEATRE TICKET, LUNCH, BUSCALL FOR DEPARTURE INFORMATION



SUNDAY, APRIL 17Friends of the Poor Benefit

Drury Lane Theatre OAK BROOKEnjoy Drury Lane’s famous Champagne Brunch, fun games, a live auction, a choir contest (a la Sister Act), and a grand prize car raffle at the event! It doesn’t get better than this! Participate as little or as much as you like. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul’s annual fundraiser supports direct service to the poor and the needs of their specific community regardless of religious affiliation. Bring your friends and family to support this worthy cause. Free motor coach transportation donated by Libertyville Bank & Trust.

TIME: 10 AM TO 4:30 PM | COST: $75 PER PERSONDEPART: MUNDELEIN | CALL FOR DETAILS. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.

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EXTENDED TRIPS

Have you always wanted to explore the world but don’t know where to begin to plan your travels? We have the solution for you. Let us handle all of the planning. Our extended trips offer you the chance of a lifetime to see the world like you’ve never seen it before. The trips are thoughtfully planned out by our Platinum Adventures® Directors alongside experienced and highly qualified travel professionals. If you have any questions, need more information or would like to RSVP for any of our extended trips, please contact your Platinum Adventures® Club Director.

APRIL 25-29 | 2016Kentucky: A Bluegrass Beauty

Join us as we visit the home of the Kentucky Derby and world famous bourbon. Take in picturesque scenery and mix it with southern hospitality and you have Kentucky. Trip highlights include: Louisville, Kentucky Derby Museum with a Churchill Downs tour, Derby Dinner Theatre, Lexington’s Kentucky Horse Park and the Parade of Breeds. Enjoy an Ohio River dinner cruise, Louisville Slugger Factory tour & museum, Heaven Hill Bourbon Distillery, Renfro Valley Country Music Entertainment and more!

COST: DOUBLE $1,775 PP | SINGLE $2,075 PP


MARCH 6-9 | 2016Washington D.C.

Join us on this spectacular trip to Washington D.C. and see the city by day and night. We’ll see the White House, U.S. Capitol, Supreme Court Building, Library of Congress, Washington Monument, Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials, Georgetown, Embassy Row, Union Station and the World War II Memorial. We’ll visit some of the best museums around including the Newseum, Ford’s Theatre and your choice of Smithsonian Institute Museums. A visit to Alexandria, VA is also included on this special trip.

COST: DOUBLE $1,925 PP | SINGLE $2,275 PPPRICE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON AVAILABILITY.


MAY 14-22 | 2016Tropical Costa Rica

Lush forests and stunning waterfalls...exotic wildlife and endless coastlines...Costa Rica is truly a slice of paradise. Our tour begins in San Jose with a visit to the Doka Coffee Estate and Guanacaste. During our Costa Rican adventure we’ll visit Monteverde Cloud Forest, Hanging Bridges, Arenal Volcano, take a cruise on Lake Atenal, enjoy a cooking demonstration, Cano Negro Refuge, Zarcero, Plaza de Cultural and the National Theatre and much more.Join us for the tropical adventure!



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JUNE 23-JULY 1 | 2016Washington’s Waterways & National Parks

Explore the Pacific Northwest from Seattle’s vibrant waterfront to the English charm of British Columbia’s capital. Along the way, see an amazing green rain forest, the waters of Puget Sound, mesmerizing glass art and much more! Enjoy the open-air tram through Northwest Trek Wildlife Park and the stream-powered Mt. Rainier Scenic Railway featuring views of the highest peaks around. Also included is a city tour of Seattle including Pike Place Market, a tour of Olympic National Park and many more stops!



JUNE 8-10 | 2016Amish Country Traditions

Step back to a simpler time in the heart of Indiana’s Amish Country. View beautiful floral gardens planted in Amish quilt patterns known as the Quilt Gardens Tour. Savor homemade Amish meals, tour the rolling countryside with its Amish country schools, farm- steads and folks in plain dress with black buggies. We’ll enjoy an Amish Acres Round Barn Theatre show, cinnamon roll making demonstration and have time for shopping for Amish goodies and treats. You’ll even build a wooden birdhouse to take home!



JULY 26-AUGUST 3 | 2016Northern National Parks

This wonderful trip has been designed to experience the interior of our nation’s treasures. We’ll explore Grand Teton National Park near Jackson Hole, WY. Enjoy a chuck wagon dinner and trip down the scenic Snake River. We’ll travel north to Yellowstone National Park for an unforgettable stay and then to Glacier National Park to explore the rich natural beauty on an historic “Jammer” bus and more. Next stop: Lake Coeur D’ Alene in Idaho for a boat cruise. The trip concludes in Spokane, WA. Join us!



PREPAID CARDThis season, give your grandchild the gift

that keeps on giving. Unlike gift cards, the MyFamilyCard™ can be used wherever

MasterCard® debit cards are accepted. You can add funds to your card at any time, and even use

it to withdraw money from the ATM2!

MasterCard® is a registered trademark of MasterCard® International Incorporated. 1. Must be at least 18 years of age to purchase and register the card. May only authorize someone 13 years of age or older to use the card. A card issuance fee of $5.00 will be assessed at the time the card is ordered. A minimum of $20.00 is required for initial card load. Daily minimum card load is $20.00. Other fees may apply. See agreement for more details. 2. Limit 5 ATM withdrawals for a total of $550 per day. No transaction charge at any ATM in the Allpoint, MoneyPass, or Sum surcharge-free networks. Other banks outside these networks may impose ATM surcharges at their machines.

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OCTOBER 27-31 | 2016Spotlight on New York City

Take a bite out of the Big Apple on this exciting trip to New York City! See the city that never sleeps by day and night. Highlights of the trip include two Broadway shows, visits to Greenwich Village, Wall Street, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. We’ll also visit the 9/11 Memorial as well as the museum, a poignant tribute to the lives lost at the World Trade Center site in September 2001. In addition, our trip will include Central Park, the Empire State Building, Chinatown and more.



SEPTEMBER 1-12 | 2016Southern Italy & Sicily

Join us in exploring the hidden treasures of southern Italy and Sicily. Enjoy breathtaking scenery, historic cities, centuries-old hilltop villages and wonderful cuisine. We will visit Palermo, Monreale, Agrigento, Valley of the Temples, Catania, the Mt. Etna Volcano, Giardini Naxos, Taormina, Matera, Alberobello. Sorrento, the Amalfi Coast and Pompeii. Enjoy this wonderful journey with us and come home with memories to last a lifetime!



AUGUST 2-4 | 2016Summertime Mini-Mystery Tour

Get ready for the most creative, fun trip ever-the Summertime Mini-Mystery Tour-where participants don’t know where they are going from one event to another. You’ll visit interesting places, amidst a special theme complete with witty clues, giveaways, games, costumed tour directors, unique entertainment and festive activities. Excellent dining, deluxe hotels, fascinating attractions, a professional tour director and all the added themed mystery extras make this motor coach tour a great value.



OCTOBER 18-19 | 2016Springfield: The Land of Lincoln

Join us for an in-depth tour focusing on Abraham Lincoln. As a result of Wintrust’s relationship with the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, we will be treated to a rare, not seen by the public look at some of Abe Lincoln’s artifacts as shown to us by the Foundation. These items are not on display to the public! We’ll enjoy lunch at the Library and visit the Presidential Museum. Other trip highlights include Lincoln’s Home, the Old State Capitol, the Lincoln Herndon Law Office and Lincoln’s Tomb.

COST: DOUBLE $370 PP | SINGLE $420 PP

PROUD TO BE A WINTRUST COMMUNITY BANK. We are nearly 3,500 community and commercial bankers, home loan officers, financial advisors and specialty lenders focused solely on our customers and the communities where they live. We all have the same mission: To provide best-in-class financial services to all of our customers, be the local alternative to the big banks, and to improve the communities which we call home.

LIBERTYVILLE’S COMMUNITY BANK

507 N. Milwaukee Ave. | Libertyville, IL 60048847-367-6800 | www.libertyvillebank.com

GENERAL INFORMATION

RESERVATION POLICY FOR DAY & EXTENDED TRIPS: Reservations may be made by phone to Nadine Mihaljevic at 847-990-6726 or by email at [email protected]. For your reservation to be confirmed, payment must be in my office within seven days after reservations are made: Nadine Mihaljevic, Libertyville Bank & Trust, 507 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, IL 60048. Please make checks payable to Platinum Adventures® (sorry no credit cards). Please remember to make your menu selections when you reserve your tour.

RESPONSIBILITY OF LIBERTYVILLE BANK & TRUST CO.:Libertyville Bank & Trust Co. is acting in the capacity of extending this invitation to travel to the Platinum Adventures® members and their guests. (You may bring the same guest three times, and then they must make the decision to join if they wish to continue with Club tours/activities). I further understand that the Bank 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.

ADDRESS FOR LIBERTYVILLE BANK & TRUST CO. DEPARTURE SITE(S): The bus cannot wait for late participants. Please arrive at your departure site 15 minutes prior to departure time.

Depart LibertyvilleLibertyville Grace Lutheran Church501 Valley Park Dr. Libertyville, IL 60048

Depart WaucondaWauconda Community Bank495 W. Liberty St. Wauconda, IL 60084

Depart MundeleinMundelein Community Bank1110 W. Maple Ave. Mundelein, IL 60060

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a Message From The Director - Libertyville Bank · *Wed. June 22nd - Green Roofs Tour including Rick Bayless Rooftop Garden | $103 ... There are many Beatles tributes, but there’s