Learning in Retirement is a great organization. They offer so many wonderful and educational classes and trips for those that have the time.
On Nov. 4, a bus filled with 55 LIR members headed to Chicago's Chinatown. At the Cultural Center in downtown Chicago, our guide, Jason, boarded the bus. From the moment he boarded, Jason began a history lesson of what we were seeing as we drove through downtown. What a knowledgeable guide, and what a good speaker! We learned about the great Chicago fire, the railroads, the stock exchange, history of some of the buildings, etc. Upon arriving in the present Chinatown, Jason described every detail. Our stops in Chinatown included the Museum, a Chinese bakery, and the Phoenix Restaurant (amazing authentic food). After leaving Chinatown, we toured Little Italy and the Greek neighborhood, all the while listening to the interesting history of each. We even drove past Harpo Studios (home of the Oprah Show).
What a great, informative day! Thanks LIR!
