BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Five Points Washington - ECPv6.18.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Five Points Washington X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://fivepointswashington.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Five Points Washington REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T203000 DTSTAMP:20241115T215751Z CREATED:20240718T200410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T215751Z UID:10001297-1733423400-1733430600@fivepointswashington.org SUMMARY:The Wizards of Winter DESCRIPTION:🎉📀GIVEAWAY 📀🎉 \n  \nPurchase your Wizards of Winter Tickets from November 29 – December 2 to be entered into a drawing to win one of 3 free Wizards of Winter CDs! \n  \nYou will receive one entry into the drawing per ticket purchased. The drawing for the winners will take place on December 3. Only one CD can we won per person. Winners can receive their CDs the day of the concert. \n  \nA FUN FILLED EVENT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY. Step into the enchanting world of The Wizards of Winter and experience the magic firsthand as they take you on a musical journey in search of the meaning of Christmas. \n  \n \n \n \n \nPerforming their Holiday Rock Opera “The Christmas Dream”\, this outstanding ensemble\, include members that have performed with The Trans-Siberian Orchestra\, Rainbow\, Alice Cooper\, Def Leppard\, Blue Oyster Cult and other classic rock giants\, along with Broadway and Theater veterans! Weaving a story based around their latest album “The Christmas Dream”\, along with music from their self-titled CD and their album “The Magic of Winter”\, THE WIZARDS take their audience on a musical journey in search of the meaning of Christmas. This 12-member ensemble boasts soaring vocal harmonies\, precision string instrumentation\, powerful percussion\, and stunning keyboard work\, layered around a rich storyboard that evokes memories and emotions of December’s past! From rock and pop to ballads\, and even a visit from Mrs. Claus – there is something for everyone. \n \n \n  \n  \n  \nTickets \nGeneral Admission for Ages 13 & Up: $35- $55 \nGeneral Admission for Ages 12 & Under: $20 – $30 \nWheelchair accessible seats are available. \nPurchase Tickets HERE. \n  \n**Have a group of 10 or more people that would like to see the show? Contact Theater Manager\, Josh Schnetzler\, for information on group rates for groups of 10+ : joshs2@fivepointswashington.org or call 309-444-8222×21. \n  \nDoors open at 6:00pm\, and the show starts at 6:30pm. Concessions and merch will be available. \n  \nQuestions? Contact Theater Manager\, Josh Schnetzler: joshs2@fivepointswashington.org. URL:https://fivepointswashington.org/event/the-wizards-of-winter/ LOCATION:Five Points Washington\, 360 N Wilmor Rd\,\, Washington\, IL\, 61571\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fivepointswashington.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Wizards-of-Winter-Facebook-Event-Cover-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T140000 DTSTAMP:20241105T205200Z CREATED:20241105T171722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T205200Z UID:10001350-1733400000-1733407200@fivepointswashington.org SUMMARY:Aquatics Christmas Potluck DESCRIPTION:The Aquatics Department’s Annual Christmas Potluck takes place on Thursday\, December 5. We hope everyone will join us in Banquet Room D from 12-2PM to enjoy some good food and fun conversations. Make sure you bring all of your friends from your Aquatics classes with you\, we want to make sure everyone is present to celebrate. \n  \nSince this is a potluck\, please bring one of your favorite dishes to share! We will provide water and coffee for everyone. \n  \nNo need to RSVP for this event\, so make sure you join us as we celebrate another great year for the Aquatics Department. \n  \nQuestions? Call Beth Fitzpatrick or Aquatics Manager\, Brad Weaver: 309-444-8222. URL:https://fivepointswashington.org/event/aquatics-christmas-potluck/ LOCATION:Five Points Washington\, 360 N Wilmor Rd\,\, Washington\, IL\, 61571\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fivepointswashington.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Aquatics-Christmas-Luncheon-2024-Facebook-Event-Cover.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T113000 DTSTAMP:20241105T221547Z CREATED:20241105T221547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T221547Z UID:10001351-1733220000-1733225400@fivepointswashington.org SUMMARY:Washington Park District BINGO - December DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Senior Room for Washington Park District’s monthly BINGO game. \n  \nYou do not have to be a Five Points member to attend. \n  \nThe Washington Park District’s monthly BINGO game takes place on the first Tuesday of each month. URL:https://fivepointswashington.org/event/washington-park-district-bingo-december/ LOCATION:Five Points Washington\, 360 N Wilmor Rd\,\, Washington\, IL\, 61571\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fivepointswashington.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/March-Events-for-Facebook-Event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241130T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241130T210000 DTSTAMP:20241106T202342Z CREATED:20241106T202342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T202342Z UID:10001352-1732993200-1733000400@fivepointswashington.org SUMMARY:GospelFest Ministries Presents: Christmas in the Country DESCRIPTION:Come on down to the farm with Shawn Degenhart and the GospelFest Singers as they ring in the Christmas season with their 20th Christmastime GospelFest concert! A wonderful evening with uplifting and fun music for the whole family! \n  \nSaturday\, November 30\, 7PM at Five Points Washington. \nDoors open at 6:15PM and the performance takes place at 7PM. \n  \nAdmission is FREE – they will be collecting love offerings at the performance. \n  \nQuestions? Contact Theater Manager\, Josh Schnetzler: joshs2@fivepointswashington.org. URL:https://fivepointswashington.org/event/gospelfest-ministries-presents-christmas-in-the-country/ LOCATION:Five Points Washington\, 360 N Wilmor Rd\,\, Washington\, IL\, 61571\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fivepointswashington.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Gospelfest-Christmas-November-2024-Facebook-Event-Cover.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241125T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241125T150000 DTSTAMP:20241028T154408Z CREATED:20240805T180448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T154408Z UID:10001167-1732539600-1732546800@fivepointswashington.org SUMMARY:Five Points Speaker Series - A Trip to Australia and New Zealand with Photographers Joe and Pat Virbickis DESCRIPTION:Take a tour of the Lands Down Under through the camera lenses of Joe and Pat Virbickis. \n  \nIn the Fall of 2016\, Joe and Pat visited Australia and New Zealand. Their images will bring to life such Australian icons as the Great Barrier Reef\, Uluru (Ayers Rock) and the world class city\, Sydney. They will also take you to New Zealand’s Southern Alps and the Māori Culture in the Rotorua region. \n  \nJoin this photographic journey to two Southern Hemisphere countries with a bounty of unique landscapes\, cultures\, cities\, flora and fauna. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n📆Save the Date for the last speaker of the 2024 Speaker Series!\n\n\n \n\n\nDecember 23\n\n\nA Very Merry Christmas Party\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\nOur Speaker Series is from 1-3PM every fourth Monday of the month. Refreshments will be available and you do NOT have to be a Five Points member to come to our Speaker Series. \n  \nJoin our Five Points Senior Room page to hear more about our Speaker Series and other events happening in the Senior Room: https://www.facebook.com/groups/245412824880066 URL:https://fivepointswashington.org/event/five-points-speaker-series-a-trip-to-australia-and-new-zealand-with-photographers-joe-and-pat-virbickis/ LOCATION:Five Points Washington\, 360 N Wilmor Rd\,\, Washington\, IL\, 61571\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fivepointswashington.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Speaker-Series-Fraud-Senior-Room-Facebook-Event-Cover-8.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241125 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250109 DTSTAMP:20241107T200212Z CREATED:20241107T182533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T200212Z UID:10001354-1732492800-1736380799@fivepointswashington.org SUMMARY:No Gain Campaign DESCRIPTION:During the holidays\, let’s make a plan to maintain our weight and stay active! During our No Gain Campaign\, we are challenging EVERYONE to maintain their weight during the holiday season. Whether you get your workout in through our Group Fitness Classes\, in our Aquatics Center\, on your own on our fitness floor or through other activities like Pickleball or Basketball\, this challenge is for you! \n\n  \nOur first weigh-in for this challenge will take place the week of November 25-28. This is your starting weight that you will work to maintain. You will come to the scale in the upstairs Functional Training Studio to weigh-in. You will write your weight on a piece of paper and drop it in the box at the fitness floor desk. These weights will be kept confidential\, they will NOT be posted anywhere. Group Fitness Coordinator\, Leslie Anderson\, will hang on to them until your second weigh-in. \n  \nThe second weigh-in will take place the week of January 6-8. You will again come to the scale in the upstairs Functional Training Studio to weigh-in. *We recommend wearing the same or similar clothing to your weigh-in\, so you get the most accurate reading. \n  \nAfter the second weigh-in\, Leslie will compare your weight from the two weigh-ins to see if you were able to maintain your weight. Those that are able to maintain during the holiday season will receive a prize! \n  \nCost to participate is $10 and you can register at the front desk. Registrations are open until November 22! \n  \nMake sure to follow our No Gain Campaign Facebook event! On the event\, Health and Nutrition Coach\, Kelsea Sollberger\, will be posting a number of nutrition and behavior tips for you to be successful during our campaign. Leslie will also have a few fitness challenges throughout the campaign to get you up and moving in-between your holiday gatherings. If you do not have Facebook\, but would like to get our tips/advice from Kelsea\, let the front desk know when you register and Leslie will send them to you over email. \n  \nQuestions? Contact Group Fitness Coordinator\, Leslie Anderson: LeslieA@fivepointswashington.org. URL:https://fivepointswashington.org/event/no-gain-campaign-2/ LOCATION:Five Points Washington\, 360 N Wilmor Rd\,\, Washington\, IL\, 61571\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fivepointswashington.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/No-Gain-Campaign-Facebook-Event-Cover-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241120T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241120T120000 DTSTAMP:20241030T183808Z CREATED:20241030T183808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T183808Z UID:10001348-1732100400-1732104000@fivepointswashington.org SUMMARY:Washington Park District Senior Luncheon - November DESCRIPTION:Due to the holidays\, November’s Luncheon is not taking place on the last Wednesday of the month. It is happening a week earlier on November 20. \n  \nJoin us in banquet room C for our monthly Senior Luncheon provided by the Washington Park District. It costs $4 to attend the Luncheon and you can pay when you arrive. \n  \nYou do not have to be a Five Points member to attend\, this is open to everyone. URL:https://fivepointswashington.org/event/washington-park-district-senior-luncheon-november/ LOCATION:Five Points Washington\, 360 N Wilmor Rd\,\, Washington\, IL\, 61571\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fivepointswashington.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Events-for-Website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241118T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241118T170000 DTSTAMP:20241022T200247Z CREATED:20241022T200247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T200247Z UID:10001343-1731927600-1731949200@fivepointswashington.org SUMMARY:American Red Cross Community Blood Drive Sponsored by Knights of Columbus DESCRIPTION:The American Red Cross will be here on Monday\, November 18 from 11AM-5PM for our Washington Community Blood Drive. They will be located in banquet rooms B & C. \n  \nGive blood from November 18 – December 8 for two pairs of custom FRIENDS + Red Cross socks (limited quantity). Keep one and give one as a gift. \n  \n  \nFor appointments: call 1-800-Red Cross (1-800-733-2767) or head to RedCrossBlood.org (Sponsor Code: Washington Comm) to make your appointment. \n  \nTo save 15 minutes when you donate blood\, use RapidPass. Visit RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass for more information. \n  \nDownload the Blood Donor App today. Get your digital donor card\, schedule your next appointment\, track your lifetime donations\, view your blood pressure and follow your donation on its way to the hospital. \n  \nQuestions? Contact the American Red Cross: https://www.redcrossblood.org/ URL:https://fivepointswashington.org/event/american-red-cross-community-blood-drive-sponsored-by-knights-of-columbus/ LOCATION:Five Points Washington\, 360 N Wilmor Rd\,\, Washington\, IL\, 61571\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fivepointswashington.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Blood-Drive-Nov.-2024-Digital-Signage.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T103000 DTSTAMP:20241004T185800Z CREATED:20241004T185800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T185800Z UID:10001322-1731747600-1731753000@fivepointswashington.org SUMMARY:Basketball Clinic DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 16 from 9-10:30AM \nOpen to 8th graders and younger \nRegistration: \n$20/per player \nRegistration is open at the front desk \n  \nBasketball season is starting up and your child might have a few things to work on before the excitement of the basketball season? Sign them up to join Five Points Basketball Trainers Caleb Liegey and Spencer Summer as they work on some of those important skills during our Basketball Clinic. \n  \nParticipants will work on shooting\, dribbling\, footwork\, passing and defense. They will have take-home drills to practice\, meet other players as well as meet our Five Points Basketball Trainers: Caleb and Spencer. This clinic is open to 8th graders and younger. \n  \nIf you are interested in one-on-one basketball training sessions\, contact Caleb Liegey: 309-215-7952. \n  \nQuestions about our Basketball Clinic? Reach out to Fitness Manager\, Megan West: meganw@fivepointswashington.org. \n  URL:https://fivepointswashington.org/event/basketball-clinic/ LOCATION:Five Points Washington\, 360 N Wilmor Rd\,\, Washington\, IL\, 61571\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fivepointswashington.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Basketball-Clinic-Facebook-Event-Cover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T173000 DTSTAMP:20241111T194627Z CREATED:20241010T142446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T194627Z UID:10001331-1731427200-1731432600@fivepointswashington.org SUMMARY:Nutcracker Beginner Ballet Series DESCRIPTION:Come learn the basics of ballet with professional ballerina Marie Ritschard! Continue to build on previous experience or join as a first-time student! \n  \nDuring this Beginner Ballet series\, Marie will give lessons in the basic positions and steps of ballet\, teach choreography from the Nutcracker\, and guide students in making snowflake wands. At the final session\, dancers will perform several Nutcracker excerpts for friends and family using their handmade wand! \n  \nStudents will be offered discounted tickets to attend Central Illinois Ballet’s Nutcracker December 6-8! Marie will provide more details on how to receive your discounted tickets. \n  \nClasses: \n5-weeks \nTuesdays\, November 12 – December 17 (no class December 3) \n  \nGroup: \nAges 5-7 | 4:45-5:30 PM \n*Maximum of 10 students per group\, minimum of 4. \n  \nPricing: $80.00 \nRegister HERE. \n  \nMeet Professional Ballerina and Teacher\, Marie Ritschard: \nSince the age of four\, Marie has studied dance with a strong focus on classical ballet technique\, pointe\, and modern dance. She graduated from Butler University with a BA in Dance Pedagogy\, danced for two seasons with the Louisville Ballet Studio Company\, and just completed her third season as a Principal Artist with Central Illinois Ballet. During her time as a professional dancer\, some of her favorite roles have included Balanchine’s Serenade\, Sugar Plum in the Nutcracker\, Ariella in The Little Mermaid\, Princess Aurora in Sleeping Beauty\, and Cosette in Les MisĂ©rables. She has a passion for teaching and performance and is excited to bring ballet classes to the Five Points community! \n  \nQuestions? Contact Fitness Manager\, Megan West: meganw@fivepointswashington.org. URL:https://fivepointswashington.org/event/nutcracker-beginner-ballet-series/ LOCATION:Five Points Washington\, 360 N Wilmor Rd\,\, Washington\, IL\, 61571\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fivepointswashington.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Ballet-Series-Nov.-2024-Facebook-Event-Cover.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR