Encore: For Those 55 and Better
Inspiring Mind & Spirit Through Learning, Service and Fun
Inspiring Mind & Spirit Through Learning, Service and Fun
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Encore is your invitation to come together with other adults (men and women, single and married) at Old St. Pat’s to share your enthusiasm for life, learning, service, and fun!
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MARDI GRAS Jazz Brunch
Sunday, FEBRUARY 15, 2026 | 10 AM to 1 PM | Hughes Hall
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Join us for a New Orleans Style brunch with live jazz music held before the beginning of Lent, music is provided by The Vandercook School of Music. Tickets are $35 and are non-refundable. Children under 5 are free! Please register at bit.ly/MardiGras-Jazz-2026. Questions, contact [email protected].
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Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) Rehearsal
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | 10 AM – 12:30 PM | The Symphony Center, 220 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60604
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Ever wanted to hear the Chicago Symphony Orchestra perform? The Chicago Symphony Orchestra has invited Encore members, those 55+ or older, to attend their open weekday rehearsal for seniors on February 18th. Best of all, it’s FREE while a limited number of tickets are available.
To get your free tickets, please contact Encore Planning Committee Member Judy McLaughlin directly at 630.667.4203 or [email protected] by February 11th. There is a limit of (2) per request. |
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Why Encore?
Just look around and you will see that people aged fifty-five and older have found many different, significant, and exciting ways to participate in, and contribute to, the life of Old St. Pat’s – with or without Encore; and that’s great! Encore also values the many opportunities that people of all ages have to come together at Old St. Pat’s. We believe the mixing of generations often creates a richer experience. However, we also know that there is great value in coming together with others from within our own age group. Providing these kinds of gatherings is what we’re about at Encore.
What kinds of programs and events does Encore host?
Dinner and theater outings, museum tours, concerts, lectures and workshops, and volunteer service opportunities are just some of the activities that we do. We’re always open to trying something new!
Do I have to join Encore?
No, everyone is welcome. In order to keep people informed about our upcoming events, we may ask you for your contact information, but that’s always optional. There is no formal membership.
Are there regular Encore meetings?
Yes, there is a planning group that comes together to develop our various program offerings. If you’re interested in attending a meeting, helping to plan, or you have some new ideas for the group, please don’t hesitate to contact one of our Encore co-chairpersons, Kathie Anderson or Peggy McCarthy at: [email protected]
Past Events
Our past events have brought together wonderful people for evenings filled with laughter, learning, and great conversations!
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Questions? Contact [email protected]