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November 2023
Mary Ann Young Center 9150 Central Avenue NE Blaine, MN 55434
Contact MAYC Staff 763-786-9375 MAYC@BlaineMN.gov Monday - Friday, 8:30AM to 4PM
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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Kick Off the Holiday Season at the MAYC Thanksgiving Luncheon By Volunteers of America, Wednesday, November 15, 11am-1pm, $5 Join us for a Thanksgiving feast, as we give thanks for what we have and for friends we have met. Be sure to arrive early, as special entertainment by The Resistors will delight the crowd from 11AM-noon. Please be respectful by keeping conversation to a minimum so all can enjoy the entertainment. The menu for the day is roast turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, vegetables, a dinner roll, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. Suggested donation is $5 per person aged 60 or better. Register by November 8.
Trim the Trees Monday, December 4, 9:30am Help staff deck the MAYC halls for the holidays to brighten up the place. Call staff in advance if you can help decorate. Join us for sacred and secular holiday music by Genesis Bell Choir at 11AM followed by lunch. Advance registration required.
Silver Ukes Performing Group Wednesday, December 6, 11am-noon, $5 The second annual holiday ukulele performance will soon be here. This is a luncheon celebration, so be sure to place your lunch reservation early so that you can be seated for the show. Holiday music will be the emphasis. Suggested donation is $5 per person aged 60 or better. Register by November 30. For more information and to register, call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.
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A Tribute to Veterans In honor of Veterans Day, Bob Lederman, a regular diner at the MAYC, agreed to an interview to share his story. Bob graduated from high school in Perham, Minnesota. At the age of 19, he went to Fergus Falls and registered to be drafted into the Army. He took a train to Fort Ord, California for eight weeks of basic training as a clerk. Bob was the first group to fly overseas. He boarded a plane that had four engines and seated 100 passengers. His flight schedule carried him from California, to Hawaii, to Wake Island, and then to Japan, in a span of about 24 hours. The plane needed to refuel at each stop. After about a two day stay in Japan, Bob boarded a plane generally used to haul heavy equipment and was seated and strapped into what was called a “Flying Box Car” for his flight to his military service destination in Korea. That was in 1958. He served as a clerk for the 4th Ordinance Battalion Headquarters for 16 months, after which he was honorably discharged. Bob recalls it being a good experience, as it was peacetime. Upon returning home, Bob landed in Columbia Heights where he was a barber for 48 years. He married his wife Bette in 1965, moved to Fridley, and has lived in the area ever since. Bob enjoys meeting and socializing with others when he comes to the MAYC for lunch. He is a very good storyteller! Thank you for sharing your story with us, Bob. And thank you to the many who have served in the Armed Forces. Happy Veterans Day.
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Upcoming Outings and Tours Bentleyville Holiday Lights Duluth, Minnesota Tuesday, November 28, 12:15-9:15pm $68 to $88/call for details Bentleyville invites guests to stroll under the glow of over five million lights in a 20-acre park situated on the shores of Lake Superior, while enjoying complimentary hot cocoa, cookies, popcorn, and roasted marshmallows! Start the day with a visit to Hoops Brewing for a BBQ buffet dinner served by OMC Smokehouse which includes pork and brisket with sides. For $20, add a tour with tasting of 3-5oz flight of the beer that’s on tap in the brewery and one 10oz beer of your choice from the entire tap list. After lunch walk Bentleyville’s spectacular light displays from 5-6:30PM. Register by November 17, no refunds thereafter.
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Program Spotlights Cooking Class Friday, December 1, 1:30pm, $21 Enjoy cooking? Interested in learning how to prepare new and tasty recipes? Look no further. Glo has traveled much of the world and would like to share her culinary experiences with you. She will purchase and bring all the ingredients to prepare a dish. Participants will have the choice to eat on-site or take some home to enjoy later. Class takes place in the MAYC commercial kitchen and is limited to 8 participants.
Miniature Polymer Clay Gnomes Class Tuesday, November 28, 10:30am, free Looking for a fun, fall art project? Join Brenda and Stacy as you form colored clay into gnomes. No experience necessary. Take your project home to bake according to instructions for a finished product. Registration limited to 10 people. Registration for programs at the MAYC is required unless otherwise noted. To sign up, call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.
Winter Dance Party Paramount Theater, St. Cloud Thursday, January 25 10:40am-4:45pm, $99 John Mueller’s “Winter Dance Party” is the official live and authentic re-creation of Buddy Holly, Ritchie, Valens, and the Big Bopper’s final tour and the only show endorsed by the Holly, Valens, and Richardson estates. Enjoy two hours of high voltage entertainment featuring 50’s hit songs. Lunch at Green Mill prior to the 1:30PM show, make selection at time of registration: walleye sandwich, cobb salad with chicken, four cheese bacon burger, fettuccine alfredo, or shrimp pasta with tomato cream sauce. Coffee or pop included. Register by December 21, no refunds thereafter. For questions and to register call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.
Volunteer Bus Driver Needed Looking to give back to the community? Have a good driving record and able to use navigation to find your way around the City of Blaine? A few more drivers are needed either as substitute drivers, or to take a day of the week, to drive participants to and from the MAYC during business hours, M-F, between the hours of 9AM-4PM. The main requirements are a basic background check and a D.O.T. Health Card Physical, which is a reimbursable expense. A free lunch is provided to all drivers. Call staff at the MAYC for more information at 763-786-9375.
Chess Instructor Are you a skilled chess player? Consider offering beginning chess instructions at the MAYC. A few people have expressed an interest in learning this great board game that challenges the mind. If you are interested in teaching others how to play chess, call the MAYC at 763-786-9375.
Woodcarving Holiday Ornament Fundraiser Wednesdays, October 25, November 15, 29, 11am-1pm Members of the North Metro Woodcarvers in addition to new and casual carvers will be displaying their woodcarving ornaments as a fundraiser for the MAYC. Stop by to see what great work they do and consider purchasing a carving, while supplies last. Makes great gifts for birthdays and for the holidays! Proceeds will go toward entertainment, activity supplies, and bingo prizes. Thank you carvers for your talent and generosity.
Movie of the Month: Sweetwater Thursday, November 16, 1pm, Free Inspired by true events, witness the extraordinary journey of Nat “Sweetwater” Clifton (Everett Osborne), who made history as the first black player to sign an NBA contract. At a time when segregation divided sports, New York Knicks coach Joe Lapchick (Jeremy Piven) and team executive Ned Irish (Cary Elwes) see the future of basketball in Sweetwater’s dazzling and unorthodox displays of entertaining athleticism. Together, they challenge convention and break through barriers that would change the game forever. See this movie on our large screen TV with overhead sound system and enjoy popcorn at intermission. Register in advance to attend. To sign up call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.
Memories of the Brave with Doug Ohman, Pioneer Photography Friday, November 3, 10:30am, free Do you know how many Minnesotans have received a Medal of Honor? Why were they awarded? Join Doug as he honors many of the brave Minnesotans who earned this highest military distinction. Hear some of the incredible stories from the Civil War to the Vietnam War as we pay tribute to Veterans Day. This event is paid for by the Cliff Jacobson memorial funds. To sign up, call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.
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Jewelry Sale Fundraiser a Success Thanks to the donations of many people and the volunteers who spent time sorting, pricing, cleaning, organizing, setting up, working the event, and/or cleaning up from the event, the sale was again a huge success. Leader Geri Hieb and volunteers spent countless hours preparing for the sale. Thank you everyone, for your generous contributions of time, talent, and donations. Jewelry Sale Volunteers: Geri Hieb, Caryl Davies, Deb Kutina, Linda Schomaker, Colleen Haas, Tami Wright, Sharon Saxon, Jeanette Sutch, Mary Jo Gurney, Gloria Schmidt, Jim Hieb, Kathy Saenger, Brenda Eisenbeisz, and Deb McPeck. Jewelry Donors: Carol Wasik, Ginger Poganis, Patti Palmer, Jan Johnson, Rosemarie Anderkay, Pat Westberg, Mary Dabrowski, Brenda Eisenbeisz, Patty Sandin, Shirley Crane, Elrene Hamman, Ilice Kunde, Janet Polucha, Holly Dukowitz, Barb Kessler, Joann Yates, Irene Swanson, Dodie Rugland, Darcie Doke, Joyce Lloyd, Elaine Cook, Carol Young, Kathleen Schuster, Bonnie Lee-Graham, Susan, Radakovich, Nancy Mikelson, Shirley Mulder, Brenda Eisenbeisz, Laura Newton, Gloria Schmidt, Arlo Haagenstad, Kathy Beyer, Jane Stevens, Gloria Oberlander, Jan Horner, Gail Olson, Marge Boerner, Myrna Kostuch, Barb Kessler, Sudi Jannatpour, Abby Young, Mary Sholl, Judy Hunt, Judy Fruth, family of Jan Trustheim, Dolores Salchert, Jane Conley, Janice Davis, Delores Shellum, Cyndy Koepp-Larson, Leon Mager, Nancy Schaeppi, Sandy Wing, Shirley LeDuc, Nancy Wojciak, Laurie Pekarik, Kandy Anttila, Char Bergman, and Gloria Olander.
How to Write an Email Wednesday, December 6, 10:30am-12pm, $5 suggested donation You can hardly do anything anymore without an email address. But how do you get one? And once you have it, how do you use it? North Metro TV’s Eric Houston is here to help. In this class, he’ll introduce you to some popular email services and help you write your first emails. The class is designed for beginner internet users but is open to everyone. Advanced registration required. To register, call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.
Featured Resources Food Drive Monday, November 27 - Monday, December 4, 8:30am-4pm Non-perishable food items are needed to stock the food shelves before the holidays. Bring your items to the MAYC during business hours, and staff will collect and organize the food items for fire truck Santa and crew to pick up on the morning of December 5. Thank you in advance for your contributions for the local community.
Medicare Open Enrollment Now thru December 7 Help is available to review options in plans available to you if you are looking to change providers during open enrollment. You may also schedule an appointment at any time if you are new to Medicare. Schedule your 1:1 appointment with a professional, neutral, knowledgeable representative of Trellis, a partner of the MN Board on Aging. You will be given facts about the insurance options available so that you can make informed decisions. Time slots are 45 minutes in length between 10AM-1:15PM. To register for an appointment at the MAYC visit Trellisconnects.org/Get-Help/Medicare. Once on the site, follow these steps: (1) Scroll down to “make an in-person appointment” and click on “schedule an appointment”, (2) Choose a date on the calendar, either the 1st or 4th Wednesday, (3) Next click on the select staff dropdown menu and scroll to the site: Mary Ann Young Center, and (4) Select an available time, complete the form, and submit.
Energy Assistance 1:1 Appointments Thursday, November 2, 1-3pm, free Need help paying energy bills this winter? Lisa from ACCAP (Anoka County Community Action Program) is available to meet 1:1 with you to help you through the energy assistance application process. Please bring electric and gas bills and proof of all income for everyone in the household. If you received a prefilled application, bring that with you to your appointment. Blank applications will be on hand. Appointments are approximately 15 minutes each. Advanced registration recommended.
Resources Available at the MAYC
Looking for some local information on a topic of interest? There is a large variety of resources available on the display rack behind the front desk of the MAYC. Topics include but are not limited to home health care, senior housing guidebook, help with moving, caregiving, store to door grocery delivery, senior companion program, senior law project, outpatient therapy, pulmonary rehabilitation, affordable prescription medication, and more. These resources are provided as a courtesy to local community organizations as possible reference material and are not specifically endorsed by MAYC staff.
Healthy Eating on a Budget Nutrition Session, Friday, November 17, 10am, $6 Are you looking to improve your diet but think it is too expensive to eat healthy? What does a healthy diet look like? Join Health and Wellness Consultant Heather Carpentier as she shares what a healthy diet looks like, strategies for eating on a budget, and healthy eating guidelines. Advanced registration required. To register, call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.
Thank You • To all the volunteers who assisted with the Harvest Dinner serving 180 people. • To Shirley Briscoe for a raffle item. • To Allina Health and Aetna, birthday bingo sponsor. • To Bernice Fuehrer for fall prize donations.
Thinking of You On the Mend We wish you the best in your recovery: • Shirley Eklund • Theresa Johnson Sympathy Our sympathy goes out to the following families who recently experienced the loss of a loved one: • Frank Hoppe, long time participant at the MAYC, bingo caller, preceded in death by mother, Shirley Knoll. • Leo Loberg, loved playing the card games 500 and cribbage and socializing at the MAYC. • Linda Thurston, enjoyed the VOA noontime meals. • Jim Vaaler, former driver for Rise, who brought participants to senior dining.
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November Activities Calendar Monday
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North Metro Woodcarving Association Meetings 2pm, 2nd Sunday of each month 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. MAYC Meals Meals are served at noon for a suggested donation of $5 for those age 60+ and $8 for those under age.
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10am Beg Basket Making 10am Beg Pinochle 10am V. Fitness 12:30pm Beg Ukulele 1pm Bowling Blainbrook 1pm Int Pinochle 1pm Int Ukulele 1pm Nickel Bingo 1pm Pegs and Jokers 1:15pm Fitness On-Site
9-11am Wii Bowling 9am-12pm Table Tennis 10am Beg 500 Cards 10am V. Fitness 11am Legal Aid Appt 1pm Int 500 Cards 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 7pm Woodcarving Group
Southern Breaded Chicken, Mashed Potatoes/ Country Gravy, Peas, Cornbread, Cookie
Cheeseburger on Bun, Potato Wedges, Ketchup, Baked Beans, Apple Pie
10am Int Basket Making 10am Beg Pinochle 10am V. Fitness 10:30am Sing-a-long 12:30pm Beg Ukulele 1pm Bowling Blainbrook 1pm Int Pinochle 1pm Int Ukulele 1pm Nickel Bingo 1pm Pegs and Jokers 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 6:30pm Garden Club
Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Carrots, Dinner Roll, Blue Raspberry Jello/ Whipped Topping
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9am Skating Fogerty 9:45am Jersey Boys Trip 10am Medicare Counseling Apt 10:30am Look Out for Scams 1pm Hand & Foot 1pm Mah Jongg 1pm Woodcarving Group
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8am-4pm Foot Care 9:30am Bridge Cards 10am V. Fitness 11am Bean Bags 1-3pm Energy Assistance 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 1:30-3:30pm Creative Corner
Grilled Chicken Breast/ Citrus Mojo Sauce, Confetti Rice, Corn, Pears, Dinner Roll, Chefs Choice Cookie
Stuffed Peppers, Butternut Squash, Multi Grain Bread, Pound Cake/Strawberry, Topping/ Whipped Cream
Chicken Breast/ Dijon Sauce, Cheesy Whipped Potatoes, Brussel Sprouts, Dinner Roll, Cheesecake Cup
9am Senior Companion 9am Skating Fogerty 10am Caregiver Support 1pm Hand & Foot 1pm Mah Jongg 1pm Woodcarving Group
8:45am Defensive Driving 9:30am Bridge Cards 10am V. Fitness 10:30am Ozark Country Jubilee Trip 11am Bean Bags 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 1:30-3:30pm Creative Corner
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9am Beg Ukulele 9-11am Billiards 10am Int Ukulele 10:30am Memories of the Brave w/Doug Ohman 1pm Bowling Blainbrook 1pm Cribbage 1pm Scrabble 1-4pm Computer Use
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MAYC Closed in Honor of Veterans Day
Chicken Breast Parmesan/ Marinara Sauce over Pasta, Carrots, Garlic Breadstick, Butterscotch Pudding/ Whipped Topping
Swedish Meatballs, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Green Beans, Dinner Roll, Pineapple Tidbits
9-11am Wii Bowling 9am-12pm Table Tennis 10am Beg 500 Cards 10am V. Fitness 1pm 500 Card 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 7pm Woodcarving Group
9am Skating Fogerty 9:30am-1:30pm Tech Lab 10am State Services for the Blind 11am-12pm Ent by The Resistors 11am-1pm Holiday Ornament Sale 12pm Thanksgiving Meal 1pm Hand & Foot 1pm Mah Jongg 1pm Woodcarving Group
8am-4pm Foot Care 9:30am Bridge Cards 10am V. Fitness 11am Bean Bags 1pm Movie: Sweetwater 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 1:30-3:30pm Creative Corner
9am Beg Ukulele 9-11am Billiards 10am Int Ukulele 10am Nutrition Class: Healthy Eating on a Budget 11am Novel Nook 1pm Bowling Blainbrook 1pm Cribbage 1pm Scrabble 1-4pm Computer Use
Sweet & Sour Chicken, Fried Rice, Vegetable Egg Roll, Sweet & Sour Packet, Mandarin Oranges, Sugar Cookie
Roasted Turkey/ Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes/Turkey Gravy, Corn, Cranberry Sauce, Dinner Roll, Pumpkin Pie/ Whipped Topping
Chicken Kiev, Rice Pilaf, Broccoli, Pineapple Tidbits, Dinner Roll, Cookie
Beef Chili/ Beans, Baked Potato, Sour Cream Packet, Broccoli, Dinner Roll, Brownie
9-11am Wii Bowling 9am-12pm Table Tennis 10am Beg 500 Cards 10am V. Fitness 1pm Int 500 Cards 1-3pm Open Jam Session 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 7pm Woodcarving Group
9am Skating Fogerty 10am Caregiver Support 10am Medicare Counseling Appt 1pm Hand & Foot 1pm Mah Jongg 1pm Woodcarving Group
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Roast Pork Loin, Apple/ Cranberry Sauce, Au Gratin Potatoes, Green Beans, Bread, Chocolate Pudding/ Whipped Topping ALT: Chicken Breast
Chicken Wild Rice Casserole, Carrots, Diced Pears, Dinner Roll, Cookie
Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, Stewed Tomatoes, Peas, Garlic Breadstick, Lemon Bar
10am Int Basket Making 10am Beg Pinochle 10am V. Fitness 12:30pm Beg Ukulele 1pm Bowling Blainbrook 1pm Int Pinochle 1pm Int Ukulele 1pm Nickel Bingo 1pm Pegs and Jokers 1:15pm Fitness On-Site
9-11am Wii Bowling Makeup Date 9am-12pm Table Tennis 10am Beg 500 Cards 10am Miniature Clay Gnomes Class 10am V. Fitness 12:15pm Bentleyville Trip 1pm Int 500 Cards 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 7pm Woodcarving Group
9am Skating Fogerty 11am Birthday Ent: Ken Appeldoorn 11am-1pm Holiday Ornament Sale 1pm Prize Bingo 1pm Hand & Foot 1pm Mah Jongg 1pm Woodcarving Group
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10am Beg Basket Making 10am Beg Pinochle 10am V. Fitness 12:30pm Beg Ukulele 1pm Bowling Blainbrook 1pm Int Pinochle 1pm Int Ukulele 1pm Nickel Bingo 1pm Pegs and Jokers 1:15pm Fitness On-Site
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Cheese Ravioli, Marinara Sauce, Mixed Vegetables, Apple, Garlic Breadstick, Blonde Brownie
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Chicken Drumstick, BBQ Sauce, Mac & Cheese, Green Beans, Buttermilk Biscuit, Cookie
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MAYC Closed in Honor of Thanksgiving Holiday
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MAYC Closed in Honor of Thanksgiving Holiday
9:30am Bridge Cards 10am V. Fitness 10:45am Church Basement Ladies Trip 11am Bean Bags 1:15pm Fitness On-Site 1:30-3:30pm Creative Corner
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Activities Schedule
Beef Pot Roast, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Carrots, Dinner Roll, Coconut Cream Pie
Beef Goulash, Corn, Warm Spiced Peaches, Rye Bread, Chef’s Choice Cookie
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Dining Menu provided by VOA
