TRANSPORTATION TRIPS 609-443-0511 John Magda, Transportation Manager
Pre-Registraon is Required for All Trips. Trip Registraon is Thursday, August 17, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.
If you are unable to participate in a trip, you must call to cancel.
Valley Forge National Historical Park in King of Prussia, PA (1 1/2 hours from the Sr. Ctr.)
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Join us and our step-on tour guide for the Encampment Tour of this very historic park. Valley Forge stands as the ultimate
symbol of suffering, sacrifice, and triumph of the American Revolutionary War. Our step-on tour guide will explain the
various locations we will see during our 10-mile driving loop. At some locations we will be able to get out to explore, and
for others we will stay on the bus. Some of the locations we will see are: National Memorial Arch, Von Steuben Statue,
Washington’s Headquarters, and Artillery Park. After our tour we will have lunch at the Black Powder Tavern.
Black Powder Tavern
1164 Valley Forge Road, Wayne, PA
Please choose one of the following meals for lunch: Chicken Pot Pie, Glazed Meatloaf with mashed potatoes and vegetable, Shrimp &
Penne Genovese with Pesto, spinach, and fresh tomato. All meals come with Chicken Vegetable soup, Caesar salad, Bread, and Dessert.
Beverage choices are: Soft Drink, Iced Tea, Hot Coffee, and Hot Tea.
Departure Time: 8:30 a.m. / Return Time: 4:30 p.m. (Charter Bus)
Tour Time: 10:30 a.m.— 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $55.00 p.p. (Includes: Step-on Tour Guide, Plated Lunch, Soup, Caesar Salad, Bread, Soft Drink, Iced Tea, Hot Coffee, Hot Tea,
Dessert, and Gratuity )
Power of Love—A Musical Tribute to Celine Dion @ Wind Creek Bethlehem in Bethlehem, PA
(1 3/4 hours from the Sr. Ctr.) Thursday, September 7, 2023
Hearing is believing! Live from Las Vegas this Celine Dion Tribute Show is hailed as the number one Celine Dion show
in the world. From Legends in Concert to cruise ships she has perfected the sound of Celine Dion for the past three
decades. Using her world-class voice to take on the persona of Celine Dion along with her magnetic stage presence and
gorgeous custom-made costumes. This show sails through a fantastic set of Celine’s greatest hits. Singing Celine’s songs
with passion, she gets the crowds pumping with “Drove All Night,” “Love Can Move Mountains,” and “I’m Alive,” cov-
ering every inch of the stage while she powerfully holds that last long, high note of such beautiful ballads as “My Heart
Will Go On,” “The Power of Love,” and “Because You Loved Me.” Spend the afternoon with this amazing artist and her
band.
Lunch is on your own at the casino.
Departure Time: 8:00 a.m. / Return Time: 6:30p.m. (Charter Bus)
Show Time: 1:00 p.m.—2:00 p.m.
Cost: 64.00 p.p. (Includes: Show in the Foundry Ballroom, $30.00 slot play, and $15.00 Food Voucher)
Strasburg Railroad and Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania in Lancaster, PA (2 hours from the Sr. Ctr.)
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Strasburg, Pennsylvania—home to the oldest continuously operating railroad in North America and the most visited heritage
railroad in the continental United States. Chartered in June 1832, the Strasburg Railroad began serving the community of
Strasburg with both freight and passenger service when covered wagons and canals were still commonplace in America.
We will have a box lunch aboard the train while enjoying the beautiful scenery.
Please choose one of the following box meals for lunch: Carolina Pulled Pork Sandwich, Italian Beef Sandwich, Turkey BLT Wrap,
Hummus Platter. All sandwiches come with chips and a cookie. A soda or water is also included.
Experience the awe-inspiring power of trains in this world-class collection of 100 historic locomotives and railroad cars.
Discover the captivating and personal stories, art, and artifacts of our nation’s rich railroading heritage. Climb aboard a
caboose, step into a real freight engine cab, inspect a 62-ton locomotive from underneath, and walk by the 1915-era Main
Street scene and into Steinman Station passenger depot to enjoy hands-on exhibits and watch the model trains in action.
Walking and steps are required for this trip. You will walk across the street to the Railroad Museum after our train ride.
Departure Time: 8:00 a.m. / Return Time: 4:30 p.m. (Charter Bus)
Tour: Self Guided Tour
Cost: $50.00 (Includes: Train Ride, Box Lunch, Soda or Water, and Museum Admission)
Tours of Twin Lights and Historic Battery Lewis in Highlands, NJ (1 1/4 hours from the Sr. Ctr.)
Thursday, September 14, 2023
Situated 200 feet above sea level atop the Navesink Highlands, Twin Lights has stood as a sentinel over the treacherous
coastal waters of northern New Jersey since 1828. Named Navesink Lightstation, it became known as the “Twin Lights of
Highlands” to those who used its mighty beacons to navigate. As the primary seacoast light for New York Harbor, it was the
best and brightest light in North America for generations of seafarers. Many a life and cargo were saved by its light.
Please wear closed toe shoes for this trip since walking on uneven ground and steps are required for this trip. This trip is not
recommended for anyone unable to climb steps.
Off The Hook Restaurant
1 Route 36, Highlands, NJ
We will have a buffet luncheon of: Caesar Salad, Chicken Francoise, Sliced Sirloin in a demi glaze and mushrooms, Roasted Potatoes and
Mixed Vegetables. Cookies will be served for dessert. Beverage choices are: Soda, Unsweetened Iced Tea, Lemonade, Hot Coffee, and Hot
Tea.
The 224-acre Navesink Military Reservation sits in the hills of the Highlands within Hartshorne Woods Park. This section of
the park hosted a number of different land and air-based military installations to defend New York Harbor and surrounding
areas. During WWII batteries for heavy artillery were built on the site to modernize coastal defense efforts, and during the
Cold War Era the site served as a missile defense site and command center.
Departure Time: 8:30 a.m. / Return Time: 3:30 p.m. (Township Bus)
Twin Lights Tour: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Battery Lewis Tour: 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. This trip will go rain or shine.
Cost: $47.00 p.p. (Includes: Guided Tours in both locations, Buffet Luncheon, Dessert, Soda, Unsweetened Iced Tea, Lemonade, Hot Coffee,
Hot Tea, and Gratuity)
Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City, NJ (1 1/2 hours from the Sr. Ctr.)
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Tropicana Atlantic City officially opened on November 23, 1981, with 521 guest rooms and a large casino. In May of 1985
a 1700-seat showroom was added, with Wayne Newton serving as the opening act. Other acts have included Patti LaBelle,
Jay Leno, Dionne Warwick, The Smothers Brothers, Tom Jones, and Tony Bennett. There are numerous locations within the
casino where you can enjoy lunch: Carmines, PF Chang, Chickie’s & Pete’s Crab House, Broadway Burger Bar, and more.
Departure Time: 9:00 a.m. / Return Time: 7:00 p.m. (Charter Bus)
Cost: Free: You will receive $15.00 slot play from Tropicana. Lunch is on your own at the casino.
National Aquarium in Baltimore, MD (2 1/2 hours from the Sr. Ctr.)
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
The nonprofit National Aquarium opened on August 8, 1981, the jewel of Baltimore City's Inner Harbor redevelopment.
With a mission to inspire conservation of the world's aquatic treasures, the aquarium is consistently ranked as one of the
nation's top three aquariums and as Maryland's largest paid tourist attraction. The aquarium features thousands of fish, birds,
reptiles and mammals living in award-winning habitats. You will be on your own to enjoy the aquarium and lunch.
Walking is required for this trip. Lunch is on your own at the aquarium.
Departure Time: 8:00 a.m. / Return Time: 5:00 p.m. (Charter Bus)
Cost: $35.00 p.p. (Includes: Aquarium admission)
Tour of Roebling Museum in Roebling, NJ (40 min. from the Sr. Ctr.)
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Roebling Museum tells the story of the origins and growth of Roebling, NJ, a company town built by John A. Roebling’s
Sons Company. Some of the most important technological achievements of the industrial age — such as big bridges,
telegraphs and telephones, electrification, deep mines, big ships, elevators and airplanes — as well as everyday objects were
built in Roebling. Roebling Museum believes that the industrial development of the United States is best illustrated and
understood through the experiences of the people who built our shared history.
At the core of the story is the innovative engineering ideas developed by John A. Roebling, who is best known for designing
the Brooklyn Bridge. His three sons, Washington, Ferdinand, and Charles, built their father’s company into the world’s
leading producer of wire rope with four factories and nearly 8,000 employees at its peak. In 1904, when competition pushed
them to start making their own steel, they bought farmland on the Delaware River and built the factory complex known as
the Kinkora Works and the company town known as Roebling, NJ for their workers.
Walking is required for this trip. Due to the excessive walking, this trip may not be suitable for anyone with
walking limitations.
Liberty II Diner
5254 Route 130, Bordentown, NJ
Please choose one of the following meals for lunch: Cobb Salad, Cheesesteak, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Fried Flounder Sandwich, New
York Reuben Melt, and California Burger. All sandwiches come with French Fries, Cole Slaw, and a pickle. All meals come with a cup of
soup. Beverage choices are: Soda, Iced Tea, Hot Coffee, or Hot Tea.
Departure Time: 9:30 a.m. / Return Time: 4:00 p.m. (Township Bus)
Guided Tour: 10:30 a.m.—1:00 p.m.
Cost: $30.00 p.p. (Includes: Tour, Plated Meal, Cup of Soup, Soda, Iced Tea, Hot Coffee, Hot Tea and Gratuity.)
Tour of United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD (3 hours from the Sr. Ctr.)
Thursday, September 21, 2023
The scenic grounds of the United States Naval Academy, known as the Yard, and the contrasts in architecture reflect the
long and distinguished history of the academy. The best way to truly experience the U.S. Naval Academy is with a profes-
sional, passionate, and certified USNA tour guide. Expect to visit the historical highlights and learn about the midshipman
experience. You will have time on your own after our tour to wander the Yard. You must show a valid, unexpired US
driver license or Passport. A digital driver license is not accepted.
Buckley’s Tavern
5812 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE
Please choose one of the following meals for lunch: Chicken Pot Pie, HB’s Meatloaf with whipped potatoes and vegetable, Pan-Roasted
Salmon with whipped potatoes and vegetable or Penne Pasta. All meals come with House Salad, Dessert and Non-alcoholic Beverage.
Walking is required for this trip. Due to the excessive walking, this trip may not be suitable for anyone with
walking limitations.
Departure Time: 7:15 a.m. / Return Time: 8:00 p.m. (Charter Bus)
This trip will go rain or shine.
Guided Tour: 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Cost: $52.00 p.p. (Includes: Guided Tour, Plated Meal, House Salad, Dessert, Non-Alcoholic Beverage and Gratuity)
Important Transportation Information
All Members MUST BE ENROLLED in our computer system (Community Pass) prior to registering for trips. If you have a
purple membership card, your membership is current. You must have a cell phone number on file in order to go on any trips
with us.
You Must PRE-REGISTER for all trips. The registration date and time is listed on the front cover of the Senior Focus and the
top of the Transportation Trips Section of the Senior Focus.
Please keep in mind that not all trips are wheelchair/scooter accessible. Therefore, please call the office prior to registration day
to determine which trips are accessible
Your seat will be assigned by the transportation department via a lottery system which is done prior to the trip date. You
cannot change your seat number with anyone once it is assigned to you. You will be notified the day before the trip via email (if
you have one on file with us), or via phone regarding your seat number. Please be sure to arrive 15 minutes prior to our depar-
ture time listed in the trip box.
In Person Trip Registration:
Trip Registration takes place in the Senior Center, in the left room.
Doors open at 8:30 a.m., enter through the Front Door.
You cannot save a space in line for another member.
Registration starts at 9:00 a.m. (satellite/universal time)
Carefully complete the front AND back of the trip registration form.
One form PER member.
You can register for yourself and ONE additional member.
If you are registering for yourself and your spouse, then you cannot register for anyone else.
Payments:
Payments are made via personal check, credit card or EXACT cash. We do not make change.
One check per household for total amount of registered trips.
DO NOT fill in the check amount until you know the total amount due.
Make checks payable to: Township of Monroe
If you are registering for yourself and another member with a different address, then TWO SEPARATE CHECKS are
required.
At Home via Community Pass:
Registration starts at 9:00 a.m., not a second before. Please use satellite/universal time.
If you have logged into Community Pass prior to 9:00 a.m. you will need to REFRESH your browser. Otherwise, you will
not see the trips when they become “Public.”
You are only able to register for yourself and other members of your household on Community Pass.
DO NOT ADD SOMEONE TO YOUR ACCOUNT. Doing so will not enroll the person because a Senior Center member-
ship is required to be done in person.
If Community Pass is an issue for you, then you have the option of registering in-person as noted in the Focus.
Free Trips:
Starting at 9:00 a.m. on registration day, you can register for a FREE trip online, via Community Pass, In-Person, or by
calling: 609-443-0511. Reservations left on the answering machine will not be honored. This applies to FREE trips only.
To avoid cancelling a trip, please check your personal calendar before registering with us. You must call the office if you do need
to cancel, as this will enable us to call someone else on the waitlist. Thank you for your consideration.
Our answering machine operates 24 hours a day. Please leave a message with your name, phone number, and the trip
date that you would like to cancel.
A REFUND WILL BE GIVEN ONLY IF:
Your seat is replaced by someone on our waiting list OR the trip is cancelled by us!
You are not allowed to give your seat to a friend.
Trip Cancellation Information
