Category: Baby Boomers

Orland Township flu shots for public and continues to offer COVID vaccines to Seniors

October 30, 2021October 30, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township flu shots for public and continues to offer COVID vaccines to Seniors Orland Township residents have the opportunity to receive seasonal flu-shots on select days. The Township is also continuing to offer COVID vaccinations and booster shots to senior citizens Orland Township has extended the dates for flu shots through November. No appointments necessary, shots…

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A Spooktacular Celebration for Orland Township Seniors

October 28, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

A Spooktacular Celebration for Orland Township Seniors Residents had a wickedly good time at the Township’s Halloween luncheon. More than 100 residents attended Orland Township’s Senior Halloween Luncheon on Thursday, Oct. 28, for an afternoon full of food, socializing, and fun entertainment. After a scare-worthy costume contest, guests enjoyed a delicious meal catered by Frankie’s…

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Orland Township Announces 2021 Senior American Idol Winner!

October 26, 2021October 26, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township Announces 2021 Senior American Idol Winner! Edward Swanson took home the trophy on Thursday, Oct. 21. Thirteen talented seniors showcased their vocal skills before a live audience as they competed for the title of 2021 Orland Township Senior American Idol. The event, sponsored by Evergreen Senior Living and Bickford Senior Living, took place on…

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Orland Township to host Senior American Idol Oct. 21, 2021

October 12, 2021October 12, 2021 News Editor No Comments

Orland Township to host Senior American Idol Oct. 21, 2021 Orland Township’s evening of dinner, dancing, and live entertainment. Join Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady and the Board of Trustees for an evening of dinner, dancing, and live entertainment as fourteen seniors compete for the title of 2021 Orland Township Senior American Idol! After three…

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Reps. Newman and Bonamici, Beyer and Garcia introduce Supporting Older Workers Act

October 12, 2021October 12, 2021 News Editor No Comments

Reps. Newman and Bonamici, Beyer and Garcia introduce Supporting Older Workers Act Legislation to strengthen workforce development programs for older Americans by creating grant opportunities to hire older worker coordinators and establishing a new Older Workers Bureau at the Department of Labor U.S. Representatives Marie Newman (D-IL-03), Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR-01), Don Beyer (D-VA-8) and Sylvia…

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Face Masks, pandemic and “just in case”

September 10, 2021September 10, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Face Masks, pandemic and “just in case” Ray Hanania writes about the silver lining for seniors in the COVID-19 pandemic and wearing face masks, and the impact it has on being a baby boomer, wearing cargo pants, and avoiding embarrassing need to snub offensive people. By Ray Hanania While the country is polarized over the…

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Lipinski and Hanania launch the “Two Guys on Politics” Podcast

August 29, 2021September 1, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Lipinski and Hanania launch the “Two Guys on Politics” Podcast The “Two Guys on Politics” Podcast to offer Reagan Democrat Perspectives from Chicagoland’s Southwest Side with former Congressman Bill Lipinski and former Chicago City Hall reporter and syndicated columnist Ray Hanania. Listen to the first episode below Bill Lipinski and Ray Hanania have partnered to offer a…

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Orland Township’s Senior American Idol Returning This Fall

August 26, 2021August 26, 2021 News Editor No Comments

Orland Township’s Senior American Idol Returning This Fall Ticket sales begin August 30th. Thirteen talented seniors have been chosen to compete for the title of 2021 Orland Township Senior American Idol! Join Supervisor Paul O’Grady and the Board of Trustees for an evening of dinner, dancing, and jaw-dropping performances this October. Designed to replicate the…