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July 2022
Mary Ann Young Center 9150 Central Avenue NE Blaine, MN 55434
Contact MAYC Staff 763-786-9375 MAYC@BlaineMN.gov Monday - Friday, 8AM to 4:30PM
Mission Statement To enrich the lives of older adults by providing educational, recreation, nutritional, social, informational, and volunteer opportunities in a relaxed, friendly environment.
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Bring a Youth/Grandchild Day Thursday, August 18, 11am-2:30pm Come out and enjoy a great intergenerational event packed full of fun! Beginning at 11AM there will be multiple games to play including corn hole/bean bag toss, nickel plinko, cat in the hat, putting, coin drop, ladder golf, and more! Color a page from a giant book to be entered in a random door prize drawing. Lunch will be served at noon and will consist of a stadium style meal for both youth and adults at a cost of just $5 per person. Everyone will enjoy mouth-watering watermelon for dessert. Following lunch, grab a bingo card and try your luck at winning a prize. Good neighbor bingo will be played, so after winning once, your neighbor to the right will get to win off your bingo until coverall where you can win a second time.
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Mary Ann Young Center 9150 Central Avenue NE Blaine MN 55434
PRSRT STD U.S. Postage PAID TWIN CITIES, MN Permit No. 32324
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New Woodcarving on Display at the MAYC Made and Donated by Ken Kittelson A patriotic eagle, crafted by Ken Kittelson, will be displayed at the Mary Ann Young Center as a tribute to all veterans. Ken has been scroll cutting for the past 18-20 years. When asked how he got interested in this artwork, he responded “I saw my brother-in-law doing this type of work so I figured I could do it”. Ken has also donated other scroll cuttings for raffle prizes to the MAYC over the years, including a detailed nativity. Along with his artistic talents, Ken was a volunteer bus driver for the MAYC for at least 14 years and continues to volunteer by serving lunches. Thank you Ken for your donation and your volunteer efforts.
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Movie of the Month Dog, Thursday, July 14, 1pm Starring Channing Tatum as Briggs and a Belgian Shepherd named Lulu, this unlikely pair of former Army Rangers are hard pressed to get along. The mission: to race down the Pacific Coast in hopes of making it to a fellow soldier’s funeral on time. Mishaps and mayhem are a guarantee and this film will likely have you in stitches during many scenes with a flare of seriousness mixed in. Register in advance to attend. To register or ask questions, call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.
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Program Spotlights Pegs and Jokers Mondays, July 11, 18, and August 1, 15, 1pm New! This fun board game played with multiple decks of cards is a heightened version of the game “Sorry”. Each card in the deck means something different. Best played with a partner, leave your start gate with each of your five pegs and return them to your home base. Then help your partner get all five of their pegs to home base before your opponents to win. There is lots of strategy in this game. Jokers have special significance. All levels welcome. Rules of the game will be available for each player.
Scrabble Fridays, 1pm Keep your mind alert. Play this word game on Fridays at 1PM. Boards, dictionaries, and helpful word guides are provided.
Checkers
Upcoming Outings and Tours Faribault Woolen Mill and Steele County Free Fair Thursday, August 18
A homemade board by a MAYC participant is available for use in the lounge. This age-old game is a great way to pass the time among friends.
Billiards Fridays, 9-11am Hand-eye coordination is improved when playing this relaxing, yet challenging game. Friday mornings are specifically earmarked for pool players but call ahead to see if other days and times are available. Registration required for all events. Sign up today by calling 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.
8:45am - 5:15pm, $45 Head to southern Minnesota for a tour of the historic 156-year-old Faribault Woolen Mill, nestled along the Cannon River. Fifth generation craftspeople take raw wool and create blankets, throws, scarves, and accessories of remarkable comfort and quality. Irreplaceable century-old machinery stands side by side with modern technology. Next stop, the Steele County Free Fair in Owatonna, MN. August 18 is senior day. Enjoy fair food, vendors, animals, music, shows, and a whole lot more. It is an amazing fair, and the bonus is that you do not have to deal with huge crowds and tons of walking. You will arrive at the fair by noon so that there is plenty of time to enjoy the attractions. Register by August 1, no refunds thereafter.
MN Masonic Heritage Center and Seventies Concert Tuesday, September 13 9:45am - 4pm, $86 Begin the day with a guided tour of the MN Masonic Heritage Center in Bloomington. There will be time to explore the exhibits and learn about the rich history before enjoying a delicious luncheon of meatloaf, mashed potatoes, vegetables, a dinner roll, salad, dessert, coffee, and hot tea. Special dietary meals available by advanced request at time of registration. Next, get ready for some catchy guitar licks and luxuriant harmonies as you take a trip down memory lane of the rock and roll, Southern California sounds of the seventies. Some of the featured music includes: Fleetwood Mac, America, The Eagles, Neil Young, Linda Ronstadt, The Doobie Brothers, and more! Price includes admission, lunch, concert, and transportation. Registration deadline is August 29, no refunds thereafter. To register or ask questions, call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.
Wanted: Jewelry Sale Donations It doesn’t seem possible, but the annual Jewelry Sale is just three months away! Volunteers have been busy sorting and pricing items for the sale, but more donations are needed. Talk to friends, family, and neighbors to see if anyone has items to donate. Drop off donations during business hours Monday through Friday at the MAYC. Popular sale items include necklaces, earrings, bracelets, watches in good condition that work, and sets. Mark your calendars for Tuesday, October 4 and plan to spend that day shopping for jewelry at our biggest fundraiser of the year.
Upcoming Events Independence Day Week of Fun July 5-11 Check out the calendar for lots of great events including the Independence Day party on July 5 at 11AM featuring light refreshments and patriotic music. Be sure to wear your red, white, and blue!
Putting Tournament Tuesday, July 26, 10am, at Victory Links Golf Course at the National Sports Center Register by July 19. Cost is $4 for the course and $2 toward payback prizes.
July Birthday Party Wednesday, July 27, 11am Entertainment by smooth vocalist and guitarist Ken Wanovich begins at 11AM followed by a beef pot roast dinner with all the trimmings at noon and prize bingo at 1PM.
Pork Chop Dinner Thursday, July 28, 5:30pm Menu: seasoned grilled pork chop, potato salad, pasta salad, baked beans, fresh vegetables and dip, watermelon, a brownie, and more for a cost of just $8.50 per person. Stop by the MAYC during business hours to register and pay for your ticket(s). There will be some outdoor seating available, weather permitting. The Fridley Old Time Band will perform from 6:15-7:45PM on the north lawn. Bring a lawn chair. For more information and to register call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.
CaptionCall Captioned Telephone Wednesday, July 6, 10:30am Have trouble hearing phone conversations? There is a simple, free solution. Come check out a phone that displays large, easy-to-read text as it automatically captions your conversations. It dials, rings, and works just like a regular phone. These phones are easy to use and the captions turn on or off as needed. Captioned voicemails are also included. The phones are available to people with hearing loss who need captions to use the phone efficiently. See a live demonstration and get your questions answered at this information session. There is no cost. Free delivery, installation, training, and support is provided. Find out more and get signed up for a free CaptionCall phone by attending this informational session. Sign up today by calling 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.
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MAYC Welcomes New Bus Driver Bruce Blase Welcome to new MAYC bus driver Bruce Blase, who also enjoys motorcycling! Bus riders please note that starting July 1, the round-trip fare is $2 to ride the MAYC bus. Schedule your ride at least 24 hours in advance by calling 763-786-9375.
Understanding the Long Term Care Insurance Claim Process Wednesday, July 20, 10am Find out what a long term care policy covers for home care, assisted living, and skilled nursing care and what the coverage limits are for each service. What does Medicare/health insurance cover? What is home health? How is the policy structured: maximum daily/monthly/lifetime benefits? How do you file a claim? These and many other questions will be answered on this important topic. There will be ample question and answer time built in during the presentation. Presented by Greg Getchell of Amada Senior Care. Advanced registration is required. Sign up today by calling 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.
National Noon Out Tuesday, August 2, 11am Safety in and around the community is highlighted on the first Tuesday of August each year. Register to attend Wheel of Fortune at the MAYC as we learn safety tips in a fun and potentially rewarding way. Prizes will be awarded to those solving puzzles. Rules of play are easy. As a group, the leader will ask players one at a time to guess a letter in the puzzle. If the letter is in the puzzle, it will go on the board. The player then gets to guess one more letter. The player must then solve the puzzle or pass. If the first letter guessed is not in the puzzle, play automatically passes to the next person. A used letter board will be displayed during each puzzle. One prize maximum per person.
Featured Resources ACCAP Chores and More
Your one stop shop for minor home repairs, seasonal chores such as lawn mowing, and more. Serving Anoka County residents aged 60 or older. Call 763-783-4767 or check the website at ACCAP.org.
Rent Credit and Property Tax Assistance
Anoka County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) will offer limited appointments by phone for the 2022 tax season. RSVP staff will begin pre-screening clients and mailing M1PR forms beginning June 27 in preparation for scheduled appointments that begin on July 12 and run through August 11. The property tax refund assistance is designed to help senior citizens and people with disabilities, who qualify for a state refund, apply for their homeowners/renters Minnesota property tax refund. Volunteer tax preparers will answer your property tax questions and assist you in filling out your M1PR form, which you will then mail to the MN Department of Revenue. For more information, please call 763-324-1480 or visit BlaineMN.gov/TaxAssistanceProgram. If assistance is needed for income tax preparation, please call MN Prepare and Prosper at 651-287-0187.
Senior Companion Program Meetings 2nd Wednesday of the Month, 9am
Senior companions are volunteers (ages 55+) who are trained by Lutheran Social Services of MN to support older adults in their area. Companions provide dependable transportation to activities, meaningful friendship, and the assistance older adults need to remain living as independently as possible. Volunteers provide weekly visits that keep older adults feeling well-both physically and emotionally. Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is one of the state’s largest nonprofit social service organizations with 2,300 staff serving nearly 100,000 people of all ages in more than 300 communities. Benefits include a non-taxable stipend of $2.65 per hour (volunteer 10+ hours per week to qualify), travel reimbursement, insurance coverage during regular service hours, training, and more. To get started, call 1-888-205-3770, or to find out more, call Terry Hollingsworth at 651-310-9459.
Trellis Trellis is a nonprofit organization that provides services, information and connections that help people age well. As innovators in the field of aging, they are working to offer and create new products, services, and relationships to meet the changing needs of a growing population of older adults. Trellis partners with the Minnesota Board on Aging to provide targeted services and outreach through the Senior LinkAge Line in a variety of ways: • Presentations - Virtual and in person presentation on Medicare 101, Health Care Directives, Fraud and Scams Targeting Seniors, and Senior LinkAge Line – Who we are and what we do. Visit TrellisConnects.org/SignUp-Presentation/ for more information. • Medicare Counseling – In-person or phone appointments – Get your Medicare questions answered with 1 on 1 appointments. Visit TrellisConnects.org/Get-Help/Medicare/ for more information. • The Senior LinkAge Line 1-800-333-2433 - The Senior LinkAge Line provides help to older Minnesotans and their families and caregivers, helping them connect to local services, find answers, and get the help they need.
at North Metro TV July 12 Family stories are some of the most important stories we have. What did Grandpa John do for a living? What country did Grandma Pat come from? Whatever happened to Great Aunt Barb? Too often, these kinds of stories get lost from generation to generation. North Metro TV and the Mary Ann Young Center are here to help. Thanks to a special partnership, local seniors can visit the NMTV studios in Blaine and record their precious family stories on video. Eric and the staff at North Metro TV will do all the work and then provide you with a special DVD of your story that you can share with your kids and grandkids. Best of all, it’s free. All you need is your stories and yourself. You can write down what you want to say, bring a family member to interview you, or just speak from the heart. 20-minute sessions are available from 3-7PM on Tuesday, July 12. Reserve your spot by contacting Eric Houston at 763231-2803 or eric@northmetrotv. com. The NMTV studios are located at 12520 Polk St NE in Blaine, just a quarter of a mile west of Highway 65 on Main Street.
Thank You For donations of: •
Carved eagle tribute to veterans: Ken Kittelson
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Raffle items: Geri Hieb, Chris Martin, and Pat Rudolph
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Art books: Marianne Peterson
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Puzzles, books, personal care items, first aid items, yarn, etc.: Scott Hagen, Bob Murphey, Marge Boerner, family of Etta Nelson, and other anonymous donors.
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Soil and Sunshine Garden Club for planting beautiful flowers in the new pots outside the MAYC.
Thinking of You On the Mend We wish you the best in your recovery. • Jean Isakson • Jim Kuta • Judy Siegler • Geri Wadsen
Sympathy Our sympathy goes out to the following families who recently experienced the loss of a loved one. • Steve Allen, Jr., son of Steve and Donna Allen • Sheryl Sheffield age 58, daughter of Sue and Ed Lashinski
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July Activities Calendar Monday
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Friday 8am-4pm Movie Drop 9-11am Billiards 10am Beg Ukulele 1pm Bowling Blainbrook 1pm Cribbage 1pm Scrabble 2-4pm Computer Use
Activities Schedule Dining Menu provided by VOA
MAYC Programming Advanced registration is required, Call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister. Virtual/Provider Programming Contact provider to register for programming. Programs not held at MAYC.
4 MAYC Closed Happy Independence Day 10pm Blaine Fireworks
Breaded Pollock, White Rice, Peas/Carrots, Fruit, Multi Gr. Bread, Churros ALT: Chicken Breast
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8am-4pm Movie Drop 9am-12pm Table Tennis Tournament 10am V. Fitness 11am Legal Aid (Phone) 11am Independence Party 1pm 500 Card Tournament 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 7pm Woodcarving Group
Beef Hotdog/Bun, Coleslaw, Baked Beans, Available: Onions, Hormel Chili, Sauerkraut, Butterscotch Pudding/ Topping
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8am-4pm Movie Drop 10am Bicycle Club 10:30am CaptionCall (Free Phone for Hearing Loss) 1pm Hand & Foot 1pm Mah Jongg 1pm Woodcarving
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Chicken Enchiladas, Refried Beans, Spanish Rice, Fresh Fruit, Churros
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9am Walking Group 10am V. Fitness 10am Basket Making 10:30am Sing-a-Long 1pm Bowling Blainbrook 1pm Pegs and Jokers 1pm Prize/Nickel Bingo 1pm Int Pinochle 1pm Int Ukulele 1:15-2pm Fitness On-Site
9am-12pm Table Tennis 10am V. Fitness 1pm 500 Cards 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 3-7pm Life Story Interview 7pm Woodcarving Group
9am Senior Companion 9:30am-12:30pm Tech Lab 10am Bicycle Club 10:45am Twins Game 1pm Hand & Foot 1pm Mah Jongg 1pm Woodcarving
Tilapia w/Lemon Sauce, White Rice, Peas, Dinner Roll, Blonde Brownie ALT: Chicken Breast
Cheese Omelet, Turkey Sausage Links, Tri-Tators, Biscuit/Jelly, Fruit Juice, Chocolate Chip Cookie
Sesame Chicken Salad w/Popcorn Chicken, Sesame Vinaigrette, Fruit, Brownie
9am Walking Group 10am V. Fitness 1pm Bowling Blainbrook 1pm Pegs and Jokers 1pm Nickel Bingo 1pm Int Pinochle 1pm Int Ukulele 1:15-2pm Fitness On-Site
9am-12pm Table Tennis 10am V. Fitness 1pm 500 Cards 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 7pm Woodcarving Group
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10am Bicycle Club 10am Long TermCare Insurance Session 10am State Service for the Blind 1pm Hand & Foot 1pm Mah Jongg 1pm Woodcarving
Baked Lasagna, Green Peas, Fruit, Garlic Bread, Chocolate Pudding w/ Whipped Topping
Sweet and Sour Popcorn Chicken, White Rice, Sliced Carrots, Fruit, Sliced Bread, Sugar Cookie
Tuna Pasta Salad, Green Peas, Fruit, Breadstick, French Silk Pie ALT: Chicken Pasta Salad
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No Walking Group 10am Basket Making 10am V. Fitness 1pm Bowling Blainbrook 1pm Nickel Bingo 1pm Int Pinochle 1pm Int Ukulele 1:15-2pm Fitness On-Site
9am-12pm Table Tennis 10am-12pm Putting Green Tournament 10am V. Fitness 1pm 500 Cards 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 7pm Woodcarving Group
Chicken Parmesan w/ Penne Pasta & Marinara Sauce, Italian Vegetables, Fruit, Chocolate Chip Cookie
Chicken Cordon Bleu, Au Gratin Potatoes, Green Beans, Banana Muffin ALT: No Ham Chicken Cordon Bleu
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10am Bicycle Club 11am Birthday Entertainment 1pm Prize Bingo 1pm Hand & Foot 1pm Mah Jongg 1pm Woodcarving
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Beef Pot Roast, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Green Beans, Whole Wheat Bread, Chocolate Cake/ Choc Frosting
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8am-4pm Movie Drop 8am-4pm Foot Care 9:30am Bridge Cards 10am Bean Bag Tournament 10am V. Fitness 1pm Cribbage Tournament 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 2-4pm Creative Corner
Sloppy Joe/Bun, French Fries, Corn on the Cob, Watermelon, Apple Pie
8:45am Defensive Driving 9:30am Bridge Cards 10am Bean Bags 10am V. Fitness 1pm Movie: Dog 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 2-4pm Creative Corner
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9-11am Billiards 10am Beg Ukulele 1pm Bowling Blainbrook 1pm Cribbage 1pm Scrabble 2-4pm Computer Use
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Chicken Caesar Salad w/Chicken Strips, Dressing/Croutons, Fruit, Dinner Roll, Brownie
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9-11am Billiards 10am Beg Ukulele 1pm Bowling Blainbrook 1pm Cribbage 1pm Scrabble 2-4pm Computer Use
Pulled Pork on Bun, Scalloped Potatoes, Buttered Corn, Peach Crisp w/Whipped Topping ALT: Pulled Chicken
Swedish Meatballs/ Gravy, Buttered Noodles, Broccoli, Fruit, Dinner Roll, Lemon Bar
8am-4pm Foot Care 9:30am Bridge Cards 10am Bean Bags 10am V. Fitness 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 2-4pm Creative Corner
9-11am Billiards 10am Beg Ukulele 11am Novel Nook 1pm Bowling Blainbrook 1pm Cribbage 1pm Scrabble 2-4pm Computer Use
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BBQ Chicken Breast, Coleslaw, Mixed Veggies, Dinner Roll, Angel Food Cake/Strawberry Topping
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9:30am Bridge Cards 10am Bean Bags 10am V. Fitness 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 2-4pm Creative Corner 5:30pm Pork Chop Dinner 6:15-7:45pm Fridley Old Time Band
Vegetable Frittata, Tater Gems, California Salad, Dinner Roll, Orange Fruited Jello w/Whipped Topping
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Salisbury Steak/Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Dinner Roll, Pumpkin Pie
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9-11am Billiards 10am Beg Ukulele 1pm Bowling Blainbrook 1pm Cribbage 1pm Scrabble 2-4pm Computer Use
Pork Loin w/Mushroom Gravy, Roasted Potatoes, Green Beans, Fruit, Chocolate Tart w/Whipped Topping ALT: Chicken Breast