Orland Township Seniors Serenaded at Summer Fun Luncheon

Orland Township seniors were recently treated to an afternoon of live entertainment during the Summer Fun Luncheon, according to the office of Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady.

More than 100 seniors attended the luncheon hosted by Orland Township, where they dined on a delicious meal from Salina’s Catering that included, salad, beef sandwiches and fried chicken.

After lunch the group enjoyed a live performance by local entertainer Peter Oprisko, who took them back to the 50’s and 60’s with amusing anecdotes and his renditions of favorite songs from the era by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and more.

“Our monthly summer luncheons are some of our most popular events for our seniors,” said Supervisor O’Grady. “They get to enjoy a wonderful meal and great entertainment for the afternoon and we enjoy being able to provide these affordable opportunities for them.”

The Orland Township Summer Fun Senior Luncheon was held on July 10th at the Township Office.

The next lunch event is the End of Summer Fun and Games on August 16 at Jaycee Grove, 16801 S. 80th Ave., Tinley Park. It will feature grilled brats, hamburgers and hotdogs along with other summer picnic favorites. Seniors will be able to partake in miniature golf, bocce ball, horseshoes and bean bag games, with prizes being awarded to winners in all categories. Tickets are $5 for Township residents ($7 for non-residents) and must be purchased at the Township Office, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park. For more information, call the Township at (708) 403-4222.