Everybody loves the ‘60s – the fashions, the movies, the moon landing, and, of course, the music! It was the greatest decade for popular music. BEEHIVE celebrates the powerful female voices of the 1960s, featuring songs by everyone from Lesley Gore to Janis Joplin, The Shirelles to The Supremes, Aretha Franklin to Tina Turner, and so many more! The show is a nostalgic journey through the decade, told from the perspective of six young women coming of age and accompanied by a live band. Join us as we showcase hits like “My Boyfriend’s Back,” “Be My Baby,” “Son of a Preacher Man,” and “Me and Bobby McGee.”
For insurance purposes, all travelers are required to complete the Verona New Member Form (no charge) and Verona Trip Waiver Form annually. Please download forms here, complete, and bring to the bus on the day of the trip.
Please note that these forms must be completed annually. If you have traveled with us and completed the forms on a previous 2026 excursion, the forms are not needed.
The meal includes Loaded Baked Potato Soup, freshly baked breads, choice of entree, Georgia Pecan Pie for dessert, and coffee/tea/milk. Entree choices include:
| Grilled Pork Ribeye |
A Boneless Pork Loin Chop seasoned and grilled until juicy and tender, crowned with a rich homemade pork stock demiglace. Served with Basmati Rice and Broccolini.
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| Seared Atlantic Salmon |
A healthy 6 oz. filet of Fresh Atlantic Salmon seared to perfection, accompanied by a luscious Lemon Velouté Sauce. Served with Basmati Rice and Broccolini.
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| Mediterranean Short Rib |
A beautifully marbled 8 oz. Beef Short Rib seared then slowly braised in Olives, Capers, Tomato, Basil, and Red Wine until it’s deliciously melt-in-your mouth tender, resting on a bed of Garlic and Herb Whipped Potatoes. Served with an intensely flavored pan sauce from the braising process, and Broccolini. |
| Vegetarian Pasta Primavera |
A variety of seasonal vegetables seasoned and sautéed in our homemade Pomodoro Sauce, tossed with Penne Pasta, sprinkled with Parmesan Cheese and a Basil Chiffonade. |
Schedule (Return times are approximate)
| 8:00 a.m. |
Depart Verona Park and Ride |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Depart (East side) Dutch Mill Park and Ride (East Lot) |
| 5:00 p.m. |
Return Dutch Mill Park & Ride |
| 5:30 p.m. |
Return Verona Park & Ride
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Departure Locations -- Please arrive at departure site 15 minutes prior to departure.
Verona Park and Ride
East side (Dutch Mill Park and Ride (East Lot)
Map below for those boarding the bus on east side Dutch Mill Park & Ride. Please park in the "east" lot as indicated by the arrow.
Cost
$125 per person and includes bus transportation, driver tip, admission fees, meal, taxes, and gratuities.
Registration Details and Deadline
Register online. Mailed in reservations using REGISTRATION FORM and checks are accepted. Registrations much be received no later than Friday, December 19, 2026.
Refund Policy
UWRA refunds an event fee if cancelled prior to the registration deadline. Refunds after the registration deadline are only processed if a wait-listed registrant can attend. Refunds made by check.
Questions
Contact trip coordinator Sandi Haase at (sandi.haase@wisc.edu) or the UWRA office at 608-262-0641.
UW-Madison Retirement Association
21 N Park St, Room 7205
Madison WI 53715-1218
608-262-0641
retireassn@mailplus.wisc.edu
