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January 2008 |
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TRAVEL SHOW |
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January 23, 2008 - (Wednesday) FREE
To be held at the New Brighton Community Center. Zeroing in on Alaska,
Italy and Cruises. Make your reservation today!!! |
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February 2008 |
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MARDI GRAS/ELVIS/FAT TUESDAY |
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February 5, 2008 - (Tuesday)
Come join
us as we "Shake, Rattle, & Roll" with Elvis and do the Congo Line as we
celebrate Mardi Gras. There will be beads galore, plus other favors. Complete lunch
included. Receive $5. back from casino.
$29.95 |
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VALENTINE'S DAY!!!
OLD LOG/PROPOSALS |
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February 14, 2008 - (Thursday)
Valentine's Day! The year is 1953
and the scene is an old summer home in the beautiful Pocono Mountains. A family comedy
from the master of Broadway, Neil Simon. The romantic entanglements and laughs are
abundant in this heartwarming tribute to a more innocent era. Choice of entrees for lunch.
$54.00 |
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MY FAIR LADY AT THE ORPHEUM |
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February 21, 2008 - (Thursday)
Acclaimed British theater actors
Christopher Cazenove and Lisa O'Hare earned rave reviews for their dynamic performances as
Professor Henry Higgins and Eliza Doolittle. Featuring beloved scores including "The
Rain In Spain", "I Could Have Danced All Night", and "Get Me To The
Church On Time". Lunch included at The Old Spaghetti Factory.
$85.00 |
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SO IT'S LENT THEN: THE SEQUEL |
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February 23, 2008 - (Saturday)
To be held at The Seasons Dinner
Theater on Bunker Hills Golf Course in Coon Rapids. Pastor Olson is back in the pastor's
seat. He's doing his best to inspire love in the hearts of his congregation for the
crankiest person in town. How do we say "love" in Minnesota? Well, with hot dish
of course. So...reinvent Lent, again, and join us for some seriously funny entertainment.
Lunch will be ordered upon arrival: Tater Tot Hotdish or a Hot Roast Beef Sandwich and
coffee.
$65.00 |
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WE GOTTA BINGO |
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February 28, 2008 - (Thursday)
Spend a crazy night at a church
Bingo supper being held in a German beer hall!!! Become polka dancing, bingo playing,
parishioners at this wild, interactive hit!! There's a delicious dinner, full bar, crazy
Bingo prizes and live music. A delicious Italian lunch, complete with dessert is included.
You will receive your own Bingo packet. Bring your lucky dauber!!! To be held in the Lowry
Theater in St. Paul.
$65.00 |
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March 2008 |
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CHANHASSEN/RESPECT - A JOURNEY
OF WOMEN |
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March 5, 2008 - (Wednesday)
After a lunch of many menu
choices, you will sit in the very comfortable Fireside Stage Theater. This play gives you
a jaunt down memory lane with 60 of the Top-Forty Hits and will have you dancing in the
aisles. From co-dependence of "I Will Follow Him" to anger of "These Boots
are Made for Walking" to the cynicism of "What's Love Got To Do With It"
and finally to the strength of "Hero", Respect is a must see. It tells stories
of finding dreams, lost loves, relationships, entering the workforce, gaining
independence, and more. This show is exhiliarating!!! "I Am Women (hear me roar)!!!
$59.00 |
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SOAR WITH THE EAGLES FESTIVAL |
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March 7, 2008 - (Friday)
Our tour starts with a coffee
stop in Lake City on your own. This is where we pick up our step-on guide who will lead us
to the Eagle population and continue on to Wabasha to the National Eagle Center. Included
Lunch will be at the Anderson House in Wabasha. Menu: Roast pork, mashed potatoes, gravy,
veggie, roll, beverage, and ice cream. After lunch we will go back to the Eagle Center to
see a flying Raptor Show, a wildlife humorist, and a show called "Big Owls Hoot -
Little Owls Toot. This is a wonderful day to see our Great American Birds!!!
$56.50 |
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OLD LOG/INCORRUPTIBLE |
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March 12, 2008 - (Wednesday)
A fast paced American comedy
about an order of monks who hatch an outrageous plan to save their monastery from
financial ruin. Featuring Steve Shaffer and Tom Stolz as two of the monks. Lunch: Choice
of entree, stuffed chicken breast, smoked pork chop, walleye almandine, or vegetarian
lasagna.
$54.00 |
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BEYOND THE CROSS |
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March 15, 2008 - (Saturday)
2000 Years Ago one man altered
the course of history. Join us this March for an incredible Easter experience,
"Beyond The Cross". This dramatic musical hosted by Lowell Lundstrom at the
Celebration Theater in Lakeville, has touched thousands. Together, we will journey back in
time when Jesus transformed the lives of ordinary people - one person, one miracle at a
time. Lunch at the Green Mill in Lakeville: Beef pot roast open face sandwich, mashed
potatoes and gravy, ice cream and coffee.
$51.00 |
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BRANSON ON THE ROAD |
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March 29, 2008 - (Saturday)
Shuffle off to Buffalo
(Minnesota) at the High School Performing Arts Center for music, laughs, and fun for
everyone!!! This is the original road show from Branson, Missouri, with you hosts, Debbie
Horton & Donna Wright. After the show enjoy a delicious dinner in the Buffalo United
Methodist Church, served on real china, with all the trimmings.
$52.00 |
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April 2008 |
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SENIOR EXPO/MYSTIC LAKE |
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April 2
and 3, 2008 - (Wednesday and Thursday)
Tourco will again be providing
FREE bus service from designated pick up locations. You just have to call Tourco to
reserve your spot. You will enjoy the many exhibits and seminars at the Expo. Come visit
us at our Tourco Booth!!!
NO COST |
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HISTORY THEATER/LADY WITH ALL
THE ANSWERS |
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April 10, 2008 - (Thursday)
Esther "Eppie" Pauline
Freidman Lederer, better known as Ann Landers, was born on July 4, 1918 along with her
twin sister Pauline "Popo" Esther Friedman Lederer, better known as Abigail Van
Buren. Rivals in work and life, this is ANN'S STORY. For decades, beginning in 1955, Ann's
advice column ran for 48 years. Lunch after the play at Gulden's in Maplewood.
$49.95 |
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May 2008 |
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OLD LOG -
"INCORRUPTIBLE" |
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May 7, 2008 - (Wednesday)
Tom Stolz and Steve Shaffer play
monks in a French monastery in the year 1250 A.D. The "monks are in a funk". The
bones of their patron saint haven't produced a miracle in thirteen years. The pilgrims
have stopped coming and the money has stopped flowing. Then the bones are stolen and
miracles start again. A riotous comedy you won't want to miss. Choice of lunch entree:
Stuffed chicken breast, smoked pork chop, walleye amandine, or vegetarian lasagna.
$54.00 |
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CABARET AT THE ORDWAY |
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May 17, 2008 - (Saturday)
The year: 1929. The place:
Berlin. Behind the doors of the notorious Kit Kat Klub, painted ladies (and painted
gentlemen) sing and dance as though life were an endless party. But outside those doors,
Nazis are marching in the streets, and the stage is being set for the horrors of the Third
Reich. Welcome to Berlin. Lunch before the play at the Cherokee Sirloin Room. RESERVATIONS
AND PAYMENTS MUST BE IN BY APRIL 15, 2008.
$99.00 |
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POLKA, PETS, AND PHILANTHROPY |
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May 21, 2008 - (Wednesday)
Travel to New Ulm for a
"welcome Reception" at the Visitor Center, with mini-strudel and coffee. Then a
step-on guide will come aboard for a guided City Tour, ending with a performance of the
Glockenspiel. You may get a mini-concert by the Concord Singers!! Lunch will be at
George's (Beef medallions and chicken breast, salad, potatoes, veggie, rolls, and a
homemade dessert). Then it's on to the Rich-Nes alpaca farm near Morgan, MN. These are
delightfully cute animals and you will be informed of some of their history. After this we
will continue to Gilfillan Estate near Morgan. Charles Gilfillan was the prime mover in
establishing a safe and sufficient water supply in St. Paul in 1881. Later he bought
13,000 acres in Redwood County and built a beautiful home. His son had a strong interest
in medicine and set up several programs through which he could help people with medical
expenses. He funded the Morgan Library, Gilwood Haven in Redwood Falls, the Wabasso
Library, the community building in Clements and contributed to the building of several
nursing homes in the area.
$46.00 |
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A STEP BACK IN TIME |
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May 27, 2008 - (Tuesday)
Enjoy a Hysterically Historical
tour of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, with your 1800's costumed guide. See where the lumber
barons once lived. Continue on to the Paul Bunyan Logging Camp. Learn about the tough life
the lumberjacks lived as we tour the cook shanty, bunkhouse, blacksmith shop and stable.
Next it's next door to the Chippewa Valley Museum where a hearty lumberjack lunch will be
served, visit their old fashioned ice cream parlor for dessert and then walk down the Home
and more!!! A cheese stop at Eau Galle on the way home. Sampling is mandatory!!! Shop in
their gift shop with year-round Christmas Store.
$57.00 |
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June 2008 |
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DOWN TO EARTH TOUR |
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June 12, 2008 - (Thursday)
Arrive in
Mondovi, WI, at Howard Thompson's. Learn all about training sled dogs. Mush!!! Then we hop
to Eleva to a unique gathering place called Mill Pond Market. Marvel at the goats grazing
contentedly on the grass roof overlooking scenic Mill Pond. Enjoy a delectable lunch:
Homemade chicken salad on a croissant, side salad, topped off by a sweet treat and
entertainment by singing artist, Charlie Plumer. Time to browse the gift shop. The it's
off to the Garden Market, a cozy log cabin framed by stunning hanging baskets, blooming
perennials and fragrant herbs. Try out your green thumb with a hands on planting project
and take home a keepsake. Depart for home.
$55.00 |
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MYSTERY TOUR |
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June 17, 2008 - (Tuesday)
Where are we going? We can't
tell. There will be bits and pieces of Spiritual Art, Sweet Treats, Wild Animals, and
other Spirits. A wonderful plate-served lunch is included. Morning coffee & roll stop
included.
$48.50 |
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BOOTS, BANDITS, AND BEER |
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June 19, 2008 - (Thursday)
Arrive in Chippewa Falls, WI, at
the Mason Shoe Outlet, where coffee will be served. Some rootin', tootin' bargains await
you. You will be ambushed by Calamity Jane and taken to one of her favorite hideaways,
Cabin Ridge Rides. Off the coach and onto a horse drawn wagon and into the woods to a cozy
cabin for a hearty western meal: Hot Roast Beef Sandwich, two side salads, beverage, and
dessert. Wet your whistle at Leinenkugel's Brewery, sipping on one of their latest brews.
Top off the day with an ice cream cone at Olson's Ice Cream Parlor, established in 1923.
Homeward Bound!!!
$56.00 |
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PHIPPS/GIRLS OF THE HIT PARADE |
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June 21, 2008 - (Saturday)
Featuring hit after hit by the
famous female vocalists of the fifties, The Girl Singers star Colleen Raye, her daughters
and her sister, portraying Rosemary Clooney, Patti Page, Doris Day, and Connie Francis at
the Phipps in Hudson, Wisconsin. Before the show you will be treated to an included lunch
at The Machine Shed in Woodbury. Menu: Stuffed pork loin, mashed potatoes, gravy bread,
cold slaw, cottage cheese, beverage.
$59.95 |
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Duluth With Train |
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June 24, 2008 - (Tuesday)
Travel to Duluth with a coffee and roll stop at Tobies in Hinckley. After a
short tour of Duluth and Canal Park you take a scenic drive to Two Harbors and beyond.
Lunch will be at Grand Superior Lodge. Then you will return to Two Harbors and board the
North Shore Scenic RR for a two hour ride to Duluth. The motorcoach will pick you up and
you will return home, with a comfort stop along the way.
$53.00 |
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July 2008 |
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FANNY HILL/FOREVER PLAID |
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July 9,
2008 - (Wednesday)
The combination of scenic beauty, gracious dining, exciting live theatre,
and fantastic seasonal decorations make Fanny Hill (Eau Claire, WI) a favorite tour
destination. This hit musical is about the reincarnation of four male singers. They will
keep you laughing and humming along to some of the great nostalgic hits of the 50's. And,
of course, lunch is always wonderful at Fanny Hill.
$59.95 |
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VISTA FLEET/DULUTH |
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July 15,
2008 - (Tuesday)
A coffee stop starts our day at Tobie's in Hinckley for their delicious
homemade rolls. Then it is on to Duluth for a short time in Canal Park. Then we will board
the Vista Fleet for a luncheon cruise, featuring wild rice soup and build a sandwich.
After the cruise we will take a short tour of Duluth.
$52.00 |
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TREASURE ISLAND/HUDSON |
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July 29,
2008 - (Tuesday)
Travel to Treasure Island Casino for some gaming time. You will receive a
$3. Food Coupon at the Casino. At 1:00 p.m. you will board the Afton Lines for an
enjoyable luncheon cruise to Hudson, Wisconsin, where our coach will pick you up and
return to you pick up location. You will arrive in Hudson at approximately 5:000 p.m.
$39.95 |
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August 2008 |
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September 2008 |
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LAKE PEPIN CRUISE/APPLE ORCHARD |
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September 17, 2008 - (Wednesday)
Enjoy lunch at the Chickadee Cottage in Lake City. MENU:
Roasted herbed pork loin, mashed pototoes covered with apple cider gravy, crunchy apple
cabbage slaw, roll, coffee, and apple walnut cake with a poured-on caramel frosting. Then
it's off to board the "Pearl of the Lake" On Lake Pepin for a relaxing cruise.
Afterward we will stop at the Pepin Heights Apple Orchard, where many goodies await your
purchase.
$54.00 |
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Duluth With Train |
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September 23, 2008 - (Tuesday)
Travel to Duluth with a coffee and roll stop at Tobies in Hinckley.
After a short tour of Duluth and Canal Park you will take a scenic drive to Two Harbors
and beyond. Lunch will be a Grand Superior Lodge. Then you will return to Two Harbors and
board the North Shore Scenic RR for a two hour ride to Duluth. The motorcoach will pick
you up and you will return home, with a comfort stop along the way.
$53.00 |
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BOOTS, BANDITS AND BEER |
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September 25, 2008 - (Thursday)
Arrive at Mason Shoe Outlet Store in Chippewa Falls, WI. You will be
treated to coffee and have time to shop in their "Bargain Room". Then it's off
to Cabin Ridge Rides, hop aboard a horse drawn wagon, into the woods, to a cozy cabin for
a western style lunch. Be entertained by the "Singing Cowboy" during lunch.
After lunch we make a stop at Leininkugel's Brewery to sip on one of their latest brews.
Top the day off with an ice cream cone at Olson's Ice Cream Parlor. Homeward Bound!!
$56.00 |
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VISTA FLEET LUNCHEON CRUISE |
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September
30, 2008 - (Tuesday)
After a
delicious roll and coffee at Tobies in Hinckley we will continue to Duluth...Time in Canal
Park and then board the Vista Fleet for a wonderful luncheon cruise, featuring wild rice
soup and build a sandwich. After the cruise we will do a short tour of Duluth. The fall
colors should be in full display!!!
$52.00 |
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October 2008 |
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Reservations and payment must
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December 6, 2008 listing... |
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TREASURE ISLAND/SPIRIT OF THE
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October 1, 2008 - (Wednesday)
Enjoy a beautiful fall day
with a luncheon cruise of the Mississippi River. Be on the look-out for the majestic
eagles. Luncheon menu to follow. After the cruise there will be gaming time at Treasure
Island Casino. Cash back at Casino.
$53.95 |
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November 2008 |
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REGISTRATION
AND PAYMENTS MUST BE IN BY NOV. 20th, 2008, for the Friends/A Quiet Christmas tour...see
December 14, 2008, listing... Scroll down to December... |
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December 2008 |
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TOURCO'S ANNUAL CHRISTMAS
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December 3, 2008 - (Wednesday)
Oour party will again be held at the St. Croix Casino in Turtle Lake, Wisconsin. A
complete lunch, fun and entertainment (to be announced.) Price to be announced. |
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WHITE CHRISTMAS AT THE ORDWAY |
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December 6, 2008 - (Saturday)
After a delicious lunch at the Cherokee Sirloin Room you will cross the river to
the spectacular Ordway Theater. This magnificent play will take you back to the movie,
starring Bing Crosby. This is one you won't want to miss and seats will go fast!!!
RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENT MUST BE IN BY OCTOBER 1, 2008
$115.00 |
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HOLIDAY TEA AT CHATEAU LA
MOTHE |
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December 6, 2008 - (Saturday)
The Chateau is the newest gathering place in Burnsville. It is a beautiful event
center, serving the finest of foods. This tea will include petite sandwiches, sweet
treats, coffee or tea, and Live Entertainment. At present we are planning to visit the
Valley Natural Foods in the morning to tour, sample and perhaps purchase some of their
natural foods. They have been in business since 1977.
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FRIENDS/A QUIET CHRISTMAS |
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December 14, 2008 - (Sunday)
Travel to Cannon Falls to Grandpa's Event Center. With a unique musical style that
ranges from Barbershop harmony to Broadway tunes to gospel, this diverse group, Friends,
enjoys entertaining audiences with songs of love and laughter. The women are members of
Sweet Adelines International and the men are members of Barbershop Harmony Society. They
will entertain you with some lovely Christmas music. This is a luncheon show. Menu:
Homemade meatballs & gravy, mashed potatoes, veggie, roll & beverage, with a
cookie and coffee break midway through the show. REGISTRATION AND PAYMENTS MUST BE IN BY
NOV. 20th.
$47.00 |
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LIGHTS BEFORE CHRISTMAS |
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December 16, 2008 - (Tuesday)
Arrive at Pleasant Valley Tree Farm in Wisconsin, sip hot cider, and browse
through their Christmas Shop. Then it's on to Chippewa Falls for a delicious lunch at
Dana's Grill. Arrive at the Cook Rutledge Mansion, decked out like a scene from Dickens'
Village. A stop at Mason Shoe Outlet for some last minute shopping. Refreshments will be
served. Wet your whistle on some of the new brews at Leinenkugel's Brewery. Then it's a
drive through the dazzling Christmas Village in Irvine Park. Marvel at the spectacular
array of thousands of twinkling lights, Victorian Displays, and other holiday sights.
Homeward Bound!!!
$53.00 |
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Price of the above Tours does not
include gratuity for Driver and Tour Manager. A suggested gratuity of $1.00 - $2.00 is
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COMING ATTRACTIONS 2008: |
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Old Log-Proposals |
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February 14, 2008 - Valentine's Day
The year is 1953 and the scene is an old summer home in the beautiful Pocono
Mountains. This is a Neil Simon comedy, which tells the charming and nostalgic story of
the Hines family as they gather for the last time in their beloved mountain retreat. The
romantic entanglements and laughs are abundant in this heartwarming tribute to a more
innocent era.
Call Tourco at 763-780-2985 for pricing... |
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Cabaret At The Ordway |
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May 17, 2008
Call Tourco at 763-780-2985 for more details and pricing... |
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White Christmas At The Ordway |
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December 22, 2008
Reservations being taken now. Lunch at the Cherokee, W. St. Paul. Call Tourco at
763-780-2985 for more details and pricing... |
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Our regular pickup points
are:
- Birch Run (McDonald's/Maplewood) 2935 Southlawn Drive, west of White Bear
Ave., behind Maplewood Mall. Turn at Ashley Furniture. North and West of McDonald's lot.
- Apache Silver Lake Plaza (3800 Silver Lake Road) Wal-Mart lot, SE corner.
- Rainbow/Bloomington (494 & Penn Ave. S.) Parking lot facing 94.
- Cub Foods, West St. Paul (2021 S. Robert St. & Southview Blvd) NE
corner near street facing east.
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Red Hat Groups are invited to join us on any of our tours. Price of the
above tours does not include gratuity for driver and tour manager. A suggested gratuity of
$1.00 - $2.00 is appropriate for each.
Need a quick gift for that special
someone? We have gift certificates for purchase available in all denominations. Give a
gift of lasting memories as they travel with Tourco.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE ARE NO REFUNDS
on day tours, but we issue a credit memo less any non-recoverable costs if cancellation is
made at least three working days before tour departs. We reserve the right to make changes
to the itinerary when necessary, and are not responsible to any person for loss of time or
money if a change in the itinerary occurs. Groups can have their own departure dates and
choice of tour with a minimum of 40 passengers. |
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