Platinum Adventures Club

Looking for Adventures? You've come to the right place as we offer the Platinum Adventures Club to customers who are at least 50 years old and maintain at least $5,000 in deposits.  Although it is not a requirement, we hope that you also maintain an active checking account*.

The Platinum Adventures Club is perfect for you if you like museums, theaters, out-of-town excursions, etc.  We do all the planning; you choose which events you want to go on.  There is no annual fee and you only pay for events you wish to participate in.  Some of our events are FREE too!

Upcoming Events:

Thursday, April 24, 2008
“Tips for Seniors To Protect Your Financial Health” Seminar
1:30 pm
Skokie Public Library
5215 Oakton St, Skokie, IL
Elissa Blumenfeld of North Shore Community Bank will discuss fraud prevention, how to safely use the internet, identity theft, how to resolve issues such as fraud and identity theft and other timely topics.  Please rsvp to Karolyn Fakuda (tel: 847.324.3127) by April 22nd if you will attend.

Please call or email Roseann LeFevour for reservations: 847-853-3590: rlefevour@nscbank.com

Thursday, May 8, 2008
Just in time for Mother's Day
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wilmette Jewelers
1149 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette, IL
Enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres at Wilmette Jewelers’ new location, 1149 Wilmette Ave and see the "World's most Perfectly Cut Diamonds"- Hearts on Fire Diamonds.  Graduate Gemologist, Gayle Inbinder will also display and discuss NEW beautiful Freshwater Pearls. (Each guest will choose a piece of FWP jewelry to bring home, as Gayle's gift.) Also, William Milne, Graduate Gemologist and renowned auctioneer/appraiser, will discuss "What to do when you want to sell your jewelry."
Thursday evening 5:00-7:00pm.  There is no fee for this event.

Please call or email Roseann LeFevour for reservations: 847-853-3590: rlefevour@nscbank.com

Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Southside Renaissance
8:45 am
Experience the exciting rejuvenation of one of Chicago’s ethnic neighborhoods.  Hear the fascinating history of the community, visit revered landmarks and enjoy the energy created by the mixture of the old and the new.
Visit the Monastery of the Holy Cross; visit another of Bridgeport’s beautiful Catholic churches; a Buddhist Temple and the futuristic McCormick Tribune Campus Center. Enjoy lunch in a charming Café in Bridgeport that is a favorite of the locals.
Wilmette Departure: 9:00am. Please arrive by 8:45am
Price per person: $89. including tour guide; deluxe transportation and lunch.

Please call or email Roseann LeFevour for reservations: 847-853-3590: rlefevour@nscbank.com

Thursday, May 29, 2008
Identity Theft Seminar
10:00 am
North Shore Community Bank & Trust
4343 W. Peterson, Chicago, IL
Come find out about how to deter, detect, defend and avoid Identity Theft. Each year millions of consumers have their identities stolen. North Shore Community Bank doesn’t want it to be you.  We will also introduce a new product from Deluxe Financial Services: Identity Theft Protection, which offers one of the best defenses against Identity Theft.
There is no charge for our customers and their guests for this seminar.

Please call or email Roseann LeFevour for reservations: 847-853-3590: rlefevour@nscbank.com

Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Backyard Barbeque
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
1147 Greenleaf, Wilmette, IL
The staff of the Backyard Barbecue Store-will show us the latest in Bar-be-cue equipment; the chef from Prime Food Caterers will demonstrate some of the best foods to grill and their wine expert will tell us what wine to pair with what foods.  Finding the perfect gift for the father in your life has never been more fun. This wine and hors d’oeuvre party will be held at the Backyard Barbecue Store-1147 Greenleaf, Wilmette from 5:00-7:00pm.  There is no fee for this event.

Please call or email Roseann LeFevour for reservations: 847-853-3590: rlefevour@nscbank.com
 
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
From Farm to Fine Art in Racine Wisconsin
8:15 am
Racine is a small town with many things to offer.  There are new and exciting stops to show you-it’s a little town with big treasures inside. Tour the Racine Art Museum and see the incredible craft collection belonging to the museum. Visit a Farm and Produce Shop in the fields just outside of the city. Visit the Johnson Wax Administration Building (based on availability), designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, as the headquarters of this world wide company. Stroll along re-developed streets of charming Downtown Racine.
Enjoy lunch in one of Racine’s charming cafes, and sample one of Racine’s finest delicacies, the kringle.
Wilmette Departure:  8:30am. Please arrive by 8:15am
Price per person: $89. including: tour guide; deluxe transportation and lunch.

Please call or email Roseann LeFevour for reservations: 847-853-3590: rlefevour@nscbank.com

Thursday, June 26, 2008
Odyssey Cruise - Navy Pier
10:15 am
Climb aboard for a beautiful afternoon and ultimate dining cruise indulgence aboard the Odyssey. Spectacular skyline views will drift past your window. Live music will fill the air. The Odyssey Cruises were named City Search’s Best of 2007 in the Waterfront Dining Category.
Wilmette Departure: 10:30 am Please arrive by 10:15am.  Return: 2:15 pm- 2:30 pm
Price per person: $98.including: a three course meal; boat cruise and deluxe bus transportation.

Please call or email Roseann LeFevour for reservations: 847-853-3590: rlefevour@nscbank.com

Wayne Hummer Seminars:
Join our Wayne Hummer Wealth Management expert, Paul Cetera, for one or all of the following Saturday seminars.  11:45am-12:30pm-a light lunch will be served.

May 10, 2008
“Investing for College”
Comparing 529's, Coverdell ESA, and UGMA's

June 14, 2008
“Saving for Retirement”

Extended Trips:
Currently, we are planning the following extended trips:

Branson Christmas-Shows- Dec.1-5, 2008
Door County in the Fall- Oct. 8-10, 2008
European River Cruise- Spring, 2009.

Also, the Platinum Adventures will take you out to the Cub’s ball game, July 10, 2008.

Reservations are limited and necessary for all events.

For more information and reservations please contact Roseann LeFevour at (847) 853-3590, or e-mail at rlefevour@nscbank.com.

*Please register as a Platinum Adventures Club member before participating in any of the events. An enrollment card is available from your personal banker. You are also welcome to bring a guest on the trips.