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Life at Park Place of Elmhurst A Familiar Face, A New Role
With Joe Xanthopoulos serving competently as our new Executive Director, Beth McGowan Welch has assumed the position of Park Place of Elmhurst Foundation
Beth looks forward to sharing information about various ways you can support the foundation and your community. She will help coordinate lectures and other learning opportunities to provide education about gifts that pay income for life, gifts of non- cash assets, and ways to reduce tax liabilities through donations. Supporting the Foundation allows residents to invest in their own future and help their neighbors. Beth is always happy to meet with you and answer any questions you might have. Her new office is in apartment 1214 with Campus Care. Beth’s extension is 11214, her direct phone number is (630) 936-4447, and her email is bethw@PPOEFoundation.org .
Director. She recognizes that Park Place is a community that genuinely cares and is excited to continue to help support residents and their families in her new position. Beth has dedicated her professional career to serving older adults, working in non-profit senior living operations for over 31 years. Right after her second child, Eric, graduated from the University of Kansas and landed a full-time job in Chicago, Beth learned of the part-time opportunity to direct the foundation. She was thrilled to be able to continue supporting the residents of Park Place, but to step down from the Director role. Beth strongly believes in the mission-driven mindset of 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations, which is why she has always felt a great fit at Park Place. The mission of the Park Place Foundation is to enhance the quality of life for all residents through innovative programs, capital improvements, and financial assistance for residents experiencing hardship. All residents, as well as friends and families, are invited to enhance this mission by supporting the Park Place of Elmhurst Foundation—a 501(c)(3) non- profit organization. All donations are for the benefit of Park Place and will stay right here in our community, benefiting Park Place residents.
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Foundation exists to enhance the living experience of Park Place residents by improving facilities and amenities for the community. It expands, enhances, and improves on the experiences available to the community in a broad variety of ways. At the same time, the Foundation provides the opportunity to preserve the memory of a loved one, as well as to recognize milestones for those who are celebrating special events in their lives. The Foundation hosts events that foster connection, including resident events, educational programming, and appreciation luncheons.
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Spotlight Events at Park Place Watercolor Class with Gail Tuesday, July 1 Back to the 70s Wednesday, July 2 2:00 p.m., Living Room
We are pleased to welcome you back to the 70s for an unforgettable performance. Special guest vocalists Gavin Coyle and Nicole Tuma will be accompanied by Carlyn Lloyd (flutist)
1:30 p.m., Creation Studio Join fellow residents for an
afternoon watercolor class. Gail will instruct you on painting a vivid Elephant where focus could be the animals physical characteristics, and the atmosphere surrounding it. Sign-ups opened June 16. This class accommodates 10. All spots are currently full. Sign up with the Concierge to be added to the waitlist.
and Jon Warfel (Pianist). Join your fellow residents for an afternoon of fabulous songs that will take you back to the 70s. If you feel like boogying, we encourage you to!
Cardio Drumming Tuesdays in July 3:00 p.m., Community Room Cardio drumming is an exercise where
Thursday Matinee Movie: Nonnas Thursday, July 3 2:00 p.m., Community Room After losing his beloved mother, a man risks
participants hit different parts of an exercise disc (or the surrounding area) with drumsticks to the rhythm of music. This fitness activity combines music, movement, and community. This seated drumming class enhances mind- body coordination and rhythm by engaging the upper and lower extremities, as well as the core. All are welcome to attend.
everything to honor her by opening an Italian restaurant with actual Grandmothers as the chefs. Join fellow residents for this comedy/ drama based on the real-life journey of Jody Scaravella, who opened a restaurant in Staten Island, NY, to honor his Nonna and other family members, which is still open to this day. Let’s Mangia! Starring: Vince Vaughn, Lorraine Bracco, Talia Shire, Brenda Vaccaro, and Susan Sarandon Running Time: 1hr, 51min
13 th Annual Patriotic
Celebration Wednesday, July 2 10:00 a.m., Courtyard Chaplain Gerry and Daniel Ziesmer invite you to the 13 th annual Patriotic
Celebration in the Courtyard. Please wear Red, White, and Blue! Flags will also be provided. A cool treat will be given out following the program. If rain is in the forecast, this program will be moved into the Dining Room. Please note, there will be no Worship Service on Thursday, July 3.
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Park Place Book Discussion The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, by John Boyne Saturday, July 12 3:00 p.m., Providence Dining Room Bruno is a nine-year-old boy growing up during World War II in Berlin. He lives with his parents, his twelve-year-old sister Gretel, whom he has nicknamed "A Hopeless Case", and maids, one of whom is named Maria and another is a Jewish chef named Pavel. After a visit by Adolf Hitler, whose title the Führer Bruno commonly mispronounces as "Fury", Bruno's father Ralf is promoted to Commandant of the death
4th of July Buffet Friday, July 4
There will be a midday Holiday Buffet in the Dining Room. The Dining Service team kindly asks you to make a reservation. Seating times are as follows:
• 12:15 p.m. • 12:45 p.m.
• 11:00 a.m. • 11:30 a.m.
Where to make reservations: If you wish to make reservations, RSVP to the Dining Room’s extension at 10010. Max capacity per table: We can accommodate up to 10 people per table. Please note: The Bistro will be open only for breakfast during the regular hours of 7:00–9:30 a.m. There will be no dinner service from 4:00–6:30 p.m. provided this evening.
camp Auschwitz, which Bruno mispronounces as "Out-With". All are welcome to attend the Park Place Book Discussion.
Community Conversations Monday, July 14 1:30 p.m., Dining Room Hear from your Executive Director, Joe Xanthopoulos, about all that is happening at Park Place. Bring your questions and comments!
Birthday Luncheon Thursday, July 17 12:00 p.m., Dining Room
Welcome Reception Friday, July 11 3:00 p.m., Bistro
Today, you deserve a celebration for all the joy you bring into the world. There are many precious things in life, but few are as special as you! We invite those with a July birthday to lunch in our Dining Room as we celebrate and wish you all a Happy Birthday. RSVP with the Concierge by Friday, July 11.
Please welcome the new residents of Park Place. Wine, soft drinks, and hors d’oeuvres will be served.
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Curiosity University— Johannes Brahms: His Life
Portrait Sessions Directory Portrait Sessions July 16- July 19, 2025 Universal Directories will be on-site for portrait sessions from Wednesday, July 16, through Saturday, July 19, 2025. This event is designed to photograph our current residents for inclusion in the Resident Photo Directory, which will be available in fall 2025. Family and friends are welcome to join for additional photos during each session. All residents will receive a complimentary 8x10 portrait for participating. Register today: www.ucdir.com Community code: IL403 Password: photos The registration link is available Monday through Friday. When registering, please select a time that works best for you and be sure to include your name. Additional portrait packages are available for purchase, so families are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity. If your group includes five or more people, the directory company requests that you reserve two adjacent time slots to ensure enough time for your session. Contact Melissa Straube at extension 10008 if you need support scheduling a time.
and Music Friday, July 18 1:00 p.m., Community Room
Johannes Brahms was over 40 years old when he published his first symphony. Asked by his publisher why his composition was taking so long, Brahms responded by describing the difficulty of composing music in the “shadow of that giant” – a direct allusion to Beethoven. Indeed, of all the composers of the 19th century, none would invite comparison to “the maestro” as much as Johannes Brahms. Join Michael Harrington as he presents a lecture by Professor Gil Harel, who will delve into the remarkable life and music of Johannes Brahms, challenging traditional perceptions associated with his legacy.
Opera at the Met: Aida Saturday, July 19 1:00 p.m., Community Room
Join fellow residents for an Opera in the Community Room this afternoon. Aida, an opera by Giuseppe Verdi, tells a story of
a love triangle amidst war between Egypt and Ethiopia. Aida, an Ethiopian princess enslaved in Egypt, falls in love with Radames, an Egyptian general. Princess Amneris, who is also in love with Radames, suspects their affair. The opera explores themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice as Aida and Radames are torn between their feelings for each other and their duties to their respective countries. World premiere: Cairo Opera House, 1871.
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Dining Committee Tuesday, July 22
Viewing of Johannes Brahms: Symphony No.1 in C minor, Op.68 Friday, July 25 1:00 p.m., Community Room This will be an opportunity to view on our big screen in the Community Room Brahams' Symphony No. 1, which was analyzed by Professor Harel the previous week. Selections of this 4-part Symphony are as follows: y Intro y Andante Sostenuto y Un poco allegretto e grazioso y Adagio-allegro non troppo, ma con brio Royal Albert Hall, London Performed by: The Cleveland Orchestra Conductor: Franz Welser-Möst Trip to Elmhurst Library Friday, July 25 1:30 p.m., Main Entrance This afternoon, take a trip over to the library. Each Friday, they show a featured film. You can also enjoy your time browsing books by your favorite author, enjoying a cup of coffee in the Brewpoint Cafe (at your expense), or reach out to a Library staff member to volunteer to read to children in the kids' area of the Library that afternoon. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Elmhurst Library, please bring a valid Illinois ID showing your name and current Elmhurst address. If you do not have a current ID, please bring a bill with your name and current Elmhurst address. Sign up with the Concierge by Thursday, July 24.
1:00 p.m., Providence Dining Room The Dining Committee will meet this afternoon at 1:00 p.m. Please contact the Dining Committee Chair, Mary Baas, if there is anything you would like her to address with the Committee. Soundscapes Folk & Patriotic Music Tuesday, July 22
2:00 p.m., Living Room Carlyn and Jon return to
help celebrate our great country with female vocalist Nicole Tuma. This musical tribute to our country includes many recognizable songs to sing along with and celebrate. Please welcome them back and enjoy the show! Lunch Bunch: Palmer Place Restaurant & Biergarten Thursday, July 24 11:00 a.m., Main Entrance
Palmer Place Restaurant and Biergarten has been delighting families in the western suburbs for over 50 years. It is the main hangout for anyone who
has ever lived in or near LaGrange. Known for their Reubens and Burgers, the food will be served in an upbeat atmosphere. Palmers has one of the largest draft beer selections in the area, along with an extensive assortment of bottled beer, ciders, and seltzers. The outdoor patio is a great place to unwind, have a great meal, and enjoy the company of friends. Join us for this fun lunch bunch trip to this La Grange destination. Please note: No breakfast menu is available for this trip. Sign up with the Concierge by Tuesday, July 22.
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each other for a complimentary lunch. Park Place is fortunate to have employees who are compassionate, kind, and humble. Park Place is truly blessed to have a community of residents who are as compassionate, kind, and humble towards our employees, and it shows in the interactions you have with each other every day.
Dining Shuffle: Crosstown Classic-Chicago Classic Food Friday, July 25 Dining Hours, Dining Room Save the date for this month’s dining shuffle! An invite will be placed in your cubby a week before the Shuffle so that you can choose your dining time. You will be seated randomly with Park Place neighbors for dinner. It’s a great way to meet new people or reconnect with old friends. All are invited and encouraged to attend. In honor of the Sox/Cubs Crosstown Classic this weekend, tonight is all about Chicago Classic food! Feel free to wear your favorite Chicago Baseball team's colors and heckle your tablemates if you are seated with Sox fans…I mean, neighbors who support the
Drury Lane Presents: Always Patsy Cline Wednesday, July 30 12:45 p.m., Main Entrance
Join fellow residents for friendship, heartache, and country music! Always Patsy Cline will feature twenty-seven of Patsy Cline’s biggest hits. This 2-hour show is the ultimate love letter to one of the most celebrated and influential performers of the 20th century. Sign up with the Concierge, tickets are $45, and we have 10 tickets available.
opposing team. Let’s hope it’s a great day for a ball game, and an even better Dining Shuffle created by Chef Pearce and the Dining Service Team!
Coffee in the Garden Thursday, July 31 9:30 a.m., Park Place Individual Gardens and Gilead Garden
Hallmark of Caring Celebration Tuesday, July 29 11:00 a.m., IL Living Room
Today, we celebrate and honor our Park Place of Elmhurst Hallmark of Caring recipients. Last month, you nominated many staff members whose compassion, heart, and skill truly made a difference and answered the call to enrich the lives of those they serve. In years past, we have celebrated these outstanding employees in downtown Chicago, on Lake Michigan. This year, each Providence location will celebrate and honor its Hallmark of Caring recipients at their communities. Today, we are excited to celebrate and honor Park Place’s recipients right here at Park Place! You are invited to join in part of the celebration as we present them with their awards at today's ceremony. Following the ceremony, the Hallmark of Caring recipients will join
Walk over to the individual garden areas on Prospect Avenue to admire the gardens planted and tended by residents and families here at Park Place. There will also be a special tour of the Gilead Garden offered as part of this event. Refreshments and light pastries will be served. For the most accurate numbers of food and beverage, please sign up with the Concierge by Tuesday, July 29.
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Park Place Announcements
A Message from Chaplain Gerry Bible Study Tuesdays: Community Room at 10:45 a.m. July 1: The Bible and Hinduism July 8: The Bible and Buddhism July 15: Roman Catholic, Lutheran, and other Protestants: What’s the Difference? July 22: Decisions, Decisions, Decisions July 30: 20 Questions About Heaven (Note the Date change to Wednesday morning at 10:45) Worship Services Thursdays: Community Room at 2:00 p.m. July 2: Patriotic Service (Note the date change and time– Outdoors) July 10: Why Trust the Bible? July 17: Why Am I Here? July 24: Why is the World Such a Mess? July 31: Why Trust God?
4th of July Fun Facts y When the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776, 2.5 million new people lived in the U.S. Now 248 years later, an estimated 334.9 million people live in the U.S.. y August 2, 1776 is when most of signers formally signed the Declaration. y Massachusetts was the first state to declare Independence Day a holiday in 1781. y It wasn’t until 1938, The Fourth of July was actually declared a federal holiday. y The only member of the Continental Congress to formally sign the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776 was John Hancock. y The average signer of the Declaration of Independence was 45 years old. Of the 56 signers, the youngest, Thomas Lynch Jr. and Edward Rutledge, were only 26. Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania was the oldest signer at 70 years old. y Dating back to 1785, Bristol, Rhode Island is home to the world’s oldest Independence Day celebration. y In 1804, the White House hosted its first Fourth of July celebration. y John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and James Monroe were all United States Presidents who died on the Fourth of July. y Americans spend $1 billion on fireworks annually. Alabama imports roughly $19,400,000 according to CNBC. y More than 14,000 firework displays are put on across the country on July Fourth with Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks Display being the largest in the United States.
The Park Place family extends heartfelt July birthday greetings to all of our residents celebrating this month!
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Coming This August: Help Us Shine in the U.S. News & World Report Survey
SENIOR LIVING
We’re proud to share that Park Place of Elmhurst is once again participating in an important nationwide initiative—and we need your voice to help us stand out. This August, our residents and their families will receive a satisfaction survey from U.S. News & World Report . This survey plays a key role in determining national rankings for senior living communities across the country, including ours. It gives those who know us best—our residents and their loved ones—the opportunity to share honest feedback about their experiences at Park Place. The survey will ask questions about everything from the quality of care and services, to staff responsiveness, communication, safety, and overall satisfaction with daily life here. These insights are essential not only for U.S. News' annual rankings, but also for helping prospective residents make confident, informed decisions about their future home. We deeply value the trust you place in us every day, and we’re committed to continuous improvement. Your feedback doesn’t just influence rankings—it helps shape the future of Park Place. By taking just a few moments to complete the survey, you're helping us grow, improve, and continue delivering the exceptional standard of living our community is known for. So when the survey arrives in your inbox or mailbox, please take a moment to complete it. We appreciate your time, your insights, and most of all—your continued support. Together, let’s show the country what makes Park Place of Elmhurst such a special place to call home.
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