Senior Center News Senior Center News EDEN PRAIRIE
FriendshipsBlossomattheSeniorCenter
TheSeniorCenterofferedaclassonhappinesstohelppeoplefind theirhappinessfromwithin.Duringthisclass,thesewomennotonly foundthemselveshappierinside,buthappierwitheachother!They nowmeetmonthly,goingonlunchdatesandspendingtime togetheroutsideoftheSeniorCenter.
Youneverknowwhatmightcomefromattendingaclass,programor specialevent.Forthesewomen,theyleftwithnew,truefriendships.
MayisSeniorAwarenessMonth
SeniorAwarenessMonthisatimetocelebrate andacknowledgethemanycontributionsand accomplishmentsofolderadults,recognizeorganizationsthat serveolderadults,andenhance generations.TheCityofEdenP AwarenessMonthsince1993.L throughoutthisnewslettertofin
ofeventsthroughoutMaydedicatedto SeniorAwareness.
LearnmoreaboutSeniorAwareness Monthactivitiesonpage4.
Winter 2023
Spring 2023
ThankyoutooutgoingAdvisory CouncilmembersDaveBroome, BobShursonandHarveyWeiss. Weappreciateyourcontributions!
Welcometonew2023–2024 councilmembersArleneCohen, BrianLarson,SylviaPeterson;and toreturningboardmembersJim Cragg,MarleneFischer,Don JacobsonandGaylSmith. Lookingforwardtoagreatyear!
Stay in Touch
SBohnsack@edenprairie org 952-279-8051
Josh Rockey
JRockey@edenprairie.org 952-279-8058
May29
June19
July3,4
Sue Bohnsack
Senior Center Closed MemorialDay
IndependenceDay
Juneteenth
Note from Sue and Josh
(l-to-r) Lynn Person, Kathy Williams and Lynnette Aukes
ThemedBingo
BringyourlucktotheSenior Center!Youmaywingiftcards duringthesefunthemedbingo events!Costs$5persession.
nday,April17 | 1:30–3p.m. strationcode373211 | RegistrationdeadlineApril12 ryourfunspringcolors!SponsoredbyFlagstoneSeniorLiving TruBlueHandymanServices. :30–3p.m. 12 | RegistrationdeadlineMay2 e!SponsoredbyHealthSourceandTheKey. Monday,June12 | 1:30–3p.m. Registrationcode373213 | RegistrationdeadlineJune8 Wearyourfavoritesummershirtorhat!SponsoredbyChoice ConnectionsandSt.CroixHospice. 2
SPECIAL EVENTS
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Drug Take-Back Day
“Don’tBetheDealer!”Removeunusedand unwanteddrugsfromyourhome.TheEdenPrairie PoliceDepartmentandDEANationalhostaDrug TakeBackday.Stopbythebackparkinglotofthe SeniorCentertodropyourunwanteditemsfor FREE!Nolimitedamount.Noregistration necessary.
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Stroll through the beautiful gardens during this annual Senior Center Garden Party. Enjoy ice cream, chocolate brownies and many toppings. Back by popular demand: announcer Josh Rockey and minnow races!
Wednesday, June 28 2–3:30 p.m.
Senior Center Gardens
8950 Eden Prairie Road
Registration code: 371203
Registration deadline: June 21
FREE!
Wine Club
Gatherwithlikeminded,wine-loving peopletotasteandlearnaboutwines.
ThismonthlyWineClubisinformativeandfun!At thefirstfewgatherings,attendeeshelptoshape theclub'sfutureactivitiesbysharingideas,past experiencesandareasofinterest.Asmembers socialize,theydiscussthebasicsofwine,food pairingsandmore.
Thesearefreeevents Usecode371103toregister foreachsession.Registrationdeadlinetwodays beforeeachsession.
Thursday,April27 4–5p.m.
Wednesday,May24 4–5p.m.
BikingKick-OffEvent
Welcomebacktooutdoorbiking!Thekickoffevent featuresdemonstrationsonthemostup-to-date biking"must-haves "Learnaboutbikingandthe benefitsofstretchingandexercisebeforeandafter biking.YoucanorderOldSpokesT-shirtsatthis event.Newridersarewelcome!
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Day Date Time Cost
April 22 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Free
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Day Date Time Cost Code T May2 9–10a.m. Free 373201
SENIOR AWARENESS MONTH SPECIAL EVENTS
Bringabeveragetoenjoywhile challengingyourmindwithsometriviaquestions, videos,andbrainteasers Thisfuneventisfilled withvariouslevelsofdifficultyandtriviacategories andfacts.RegistrationdeadlineApril24.
Shred Truck
Shredyourunwantedorimportant paperstokeepyouridentitysafe.Twopaperbags perperson;nothree-ringbindersorplasticbags. Allarewelcome.Noneedtoregister;justdrive throughtheSeniorCenterbackparkinglot.Event isheldrainorshine.Pleasearriveafter10a.m.A portionofthiseventissponsoredbyHome Instead,ElimShores,FlagstoneSeniorLivingand SeniorAdvisoryCouncil
Enjoylivemusicanddancingat GreenAcresEventCenter!Learn agrouplinedanceorjusttapyour bootstothemusic.Savorhorsd’oeuvresand beverageswhilewaitingtohearif you'vewonadoorprize Takea breaktoexploreresources
availabletoolder adultsinour community.Thisve resourcefairishoste
membersofEdenPrairieProfessionals nAging.ParkattheFlyingCloudBall Fieldsand takeashuttletransport to/fromthebarn(lookforthesign). Thisfuneventisheldincollaboration withtheEdinaSeniorCenterandHopkinsSenior Center.RegistrationdeadlineMay12.
Day Date Time Cost W May 10 10 a.m.–noon Free L Departmentsserveyouadeliciousmealofribs andchicken!LearnhowtheEPPDandEPFDserve seniorsinourcommunity SponsoredbyEdina RealtySeniorServices.RegistrationdeadlineMay 8. Day Date Time Cost Code M May15 4:30–6p m $12 371208 S
Day Date Time Cost Code W April 26 3:30–4:30 p m Free 371105
Trivia Hour
Day Date Time Cost Code Th May 18 4–6:30 p m $15
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Darn Barn Dance and Resource Fair
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Location:SeniorCenterCommunityRoom
Cost:FREEforCommunityCentermembers; nonmemberspay$7atthedoor.
Walking Club
October-April
Wednesdays 4:30pm (Free)
Bunny Yoga
HoponoverforBunnyYoga!Adorableand adoptablerabbitsroamfreelyastheyogaflows encouragelotsofbunny-humaninteraction.
Saturday, May 13
10–11 a.m.
Cost $25
Code 383701
Biking Groups
OldSpokes
OldSpokesisagroupthatridesapproximately 10milesperhourfor20–25milesround-trip,with differentrouteseachweek Thisgroupstopsfor alunch/restbreakduringeachtrip.Callusto signupforweeklydetailedinformationemails.
ShortSpokes
Lookingforashorter,slower-pacedride,thisis thebicyclinggroupforyou.Thisgroupbikes about10–15milesonlocalrouteswithinthe westmetro,atapaceaveraging8–10milesper hour CallortextBarbat612-483-2482formore info
SeeBikingKick-Offinformationonpage3.
FITNESS
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DriverSafety4-HourRefresher
Ifyou'vetakenthestate-approved8-hourcourse, youcanrenewwiththis4-hourcourse Registration deadlineoneweekbeforeclassbegins.
How to register
Tech Device Loaners
The Senior Center now offers a technology device loaner program in partnership with Senior Community Services. Participants can use one of seven computer tablets or two Microsoft Windows laptops for up to three weeks to determine how and if they should own a device Devices can be checked out at the Senior Center. When a device is checked out, Senior Community Services staff will be available at the Senior Center during specified times or through one-on-one in-home appointments to help users determine the best ways to use their technical device.
HourCourse tingskillsanddevelopsafe, niques.Ifyou're55yearsor iscoursequalifiesyoufora autoinsurancepremium oneweekbeforeclassbegins 30–9:30 p.m. $28 379201 30–9:30 p.m. $28 379201 30–9:30 p.m. $28 379201 me Cost Code Online edenprairie.org/Register InPerson SeniorCenter 8950EdenPrairieRoad 8:30am–4pm,M–F CommunityCenter Road aily cancellationsandrefunds, g/Register eSeniorCenterat
LIFELONG LEARNING
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Th April20 5:30–9:30pm $24 379202 F May19 9a.m.–1p.m. $24 379202 M June12 5:30–9:30p.m. $24 379202 F July14 Noon–4:30p.m. $24 379202 W Aug 16 5:30–9:30pm $24 379202 ClassheldatCommunityCenter Day Date Time Cost Code * *
BridgeBook3:“Defense”
Learnhowtodefeattheopponentsusing informationgatheredduringthebiddingand communicationwithpartnerutilizinglegalsignals. PrerequisitecompletionofBooks1and2ora thoroughknowledgeofbasicBridge.BookThree availablefrominstructorfor$24atfirstclass.No classMay5.RegistrationdeadlineMarch31.
Low Vision Information Group
Low Vision is defined as eyesight without 20/20 vision Gather with others who are experiencing the same vision loss as you. Knowing what resources are available for you, your friends and other loved ones is key to getting the help you need. Led by Vision Loss Resources, this group meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Registration deadline two days before each session.
Who’s Your Neighbor?
Embracethecultureanddiversityinour community.Cognitivebiasisdiscussedindetail, whilewetalkaboutlayersofcultureandidentity, andhowthosefactorsinfluenceourinteraction witheachother Hearfrompanelmembers’ experienceswithconfrontingbiasandworking throughthefearofoffending Registrationdeadline April21.
Shuffle Deal and Play Bridge
Improveyourbidding,playanddefenseina learningsituation.Eachclassincludesaquestionand-answerperiodand30minutesofactualplay duringwhichyoucanaskquestionsofand receiveadvicefromtheinstructor Prerequisite: KnowledgeofgamebasicsorcompletionofBook One(Bidding)byAudreyGrant.NoclassMay5. RegistrationdeadlineMarch31.
LIFELONG LEARNING
Day Date Time Cost Code F April 7–June 2 Noon–2 p.m. $65 371210
Day Date Time Cost Code T April 25 3:30–5:30 p.m. Free 371230
Day Date Time Cost Code F April7–June2 9:30–11:30am $65 371213
Day Date Time Cost Code W April 26 1–2:30 p.m. Free 371219 W May 24 1–2:30 p.m. Free 371219 W June 28 1–2:30 p.m. Free 371219 7
Live Well Health Series
Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Alzheimer'sdiseaseanddementiacausememory, thinkingandbehaviorproblemsthatinterfere withdailyliving.Joinustolearnhowtorecognize commonsignsofthedisease;howtoapproach someoneaboutmemoryconcerns;the importanceofearlydetectionandbenefitsofa diagnosis;possibletestsandassessmentsforthe diagnosticprocess,andAlzheimer'sAssociation resources.RegistrationdeadlineApril20.
Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Alzheimer’sdiseaseisnotanormalpartofaging. JoinustolearnabouttheimpactofAlzheimer's; thedifferencebetweenAlzheimer'sand dementia;stagesandriskfactors;current researchandtreatmentsavailableforsome symptoms;andAlzheimer'sAssociation resources.
Talk with the Lawyer Series
EstatePlanningfortheFuture
Takeinknowledge,takehomelunch!Oneof Minnesota’sleadingelderlawattorneysdiscusses importantdocumentsyouneedforyourselfand lovedones Thespeakerfocusesonestate planning,healthcaredirectives,wills,powerof attorneyandlivingwills.Afreetake-homelunchis included.RegistrationdeadlineApril26.
PayingforLong-TermCare
Takeinknowledge,takehomelunch!Learnhowto payforhomecare,adultdaycare,assistedliving, memorycareandnursinghomecare.Wediscuss Medicare,Medicaid,long-termcareinsuranceand privatepaywithemphasisoneligibility,asset protectionandtaxconsiderations.Wealso highlightmedicalandlong-termcarebenefitsfor veteransandtheirsurvivingspouses.
Afreetake-homelunchisincluded Registration deadlineMay10.
Can Your Hearing Affect Cognition?
Thishearingandbrainhealthseminarhighlights theresearchlinkinghearinglosstocognitive declineinaninformativeandentertainingforum. PresentedbyBethThomas,25yearveteran audiologistandownerofHearToday.Questions andanswersabouthearingandhearingdevices followpresentation.RegistrationdeadlineJune5
LIFELONG
LEARNING
Day Date Time Cost Code W May3 10–11:30a m Free 371212
Day Date Time Cost Code W May17 10–11:30a.m. Free 371212
Day Date Time Cost Code M April 24 1:30–2:45 p m Free 378202
Day Date Time Cost Code W June 7 10–11:15 a.m. Free 378202
Day Date Time Cost Code T May 23 10–11:15 a m Free 378202 8
LIFELONG LEARNING
Puzzle Exchange
Leaveone,takeone!You'llnever runoutofpuzzleswhenyoutake advantageofthepuzzleexchange intheSeniorCenterlibrary
CBD: Cannabidiol 101
CBD,orcannabidiol,hasbeeninthenewsalot lately.Whatisit?Wheredoesitcomefrom?Isit safe?Isitlegal?Thesequestionsandmorewillbe answeredbyaregisterednursewhoresearched CBDextensivelybeforeopeningalocalbusiness specializinginCBDproducts Learnaboutthese productsandhowthey'reused Registration deadlineJune21.
Seniors Get Social
First and third Wednesdays, 4–5 p.m.
Sign up for this free class to discover more about using technology for better living. Led by Eden Prairie High School students, you can get help with your laptop, cell phone, texting, voice mail, email, photos, video calls and more. This instruction is provided by Eden Prairie High School students. Home visits are also available. In partnership with Senior Community Services, laptops are available to check out at the Senior Center along with inhome visits for individual help. Register for a 30minute time slot using code 379281.
Thursdays, 10 a.m.–noon
Registration code 366203
April 6
April 20
May 4
May 18
June 8
June 22
July 6
Aug. 10
Fused Glass: Garden Stakes
Learn to Paint
Silk Scarf Painting
Learn to Weave
Watercolor Bookmarks
Needle Felting: 3D Flower
Fabric Coil Bowl
Fused Glass: Flower Bouquet
Paint with Felt
Fridays, April 21–May 5 10 a.m.–noon
Cost $75
Code 356236
Flower Pounding and Embellishments on Fabric
Sundays, April 30–May 28
1–3 p.m.
Cost $100
Code 356237
Learn more at edenprairie.org/Recreation or call 952-949-8304 for details.
Art at the Senior Center
Day Date Time Cost Code F June 23 10:30–11:45 a.m. Free 371232
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SPRING 2023 CALENDAR
Theseweeklyeventsaredrop-inactivities–everyoneiswelcome!
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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday WEEKLYACTIVITIES 14 10 11 12 April2023 8:30a.m. 9a.m. 9:30a.m. Noon Noon 1p.m. SSClassic GreetingCards ZumbaGold PartyBridge* Mahjongg* Cribbage* 9:30a.m. 12:30p.m. 12:30p.m. 1p.m. 4:30p.m. or5:30p.m. Quilting MexicanTrain 500Cards* Poker* WalkingClub 8:45a.m. 9a.m. 9:30a.m. 1p.m. CoffeeKlatch GreatCourses DiscussionGroup Crafting 8:30a.m. 9:30a.m. 10a.m. 12:30p.m. 1p.m. SSClassic SSYoga Mahjongg* Canasta Cribbage* 9:30a.m. Noon Men'sGroup PartnerBridge*
*Activityrequiresexperience Fordescriptionsanddetails,visitedenprairie.org/SeniorCenterorpickupaflyerfromSeniorCenter 9:30a.m. RedHatBreakfast 1p.m. FinanceGroup LunchandChat LowVisionGroup Trivia 4p.m. SeniorsGetSocial 9a.m. 4p.m. AdvisoryCouncil SeniorsGetSocial 12:15p.m. 1p.m. 3:30p.m. 10a.m. DrugTake-Back 10a.m. 1p.m. 4:30p.m. 5:30p.m. BookClub HealthInsuranceHelp CaregiverSupport DriverSafety 4p.m. 5:30p.m. WineClub DriverSafety 10a.m. BookClub 7 3 4 6 5 28 24 25 27 26 21 17 18 19 13 20 HappyFeet byappointment HappyFeet byappointment HappyFeet byappointment 1:30p.m. SpringoBingo 1:30p.m. 5:30p.m. Alzheimer's WarningSigns DriverSafety 9a.m. 3:30p.m. BobbyDarinTrip Who'sYourNeighbor 22 Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday
1 1 1 23 22 8 15 26 9 5 6 7 June2023 2 19 20 21 16 12 13 14 4 26 25 11 18 29 12 8 9 10 May2023 5 3 22 23 24 19 15 16 17 1p.m FinanceGroup FagenTrip LunchandChat LowVisionGroup WineClub SENIORCENTER CLOSED 10a.m. 4p.m. EstatePlanning SeniorsGetSocial 10a.m. 4p.m. Payingfor Long-termCare SeniorsGetSocial 7:45a.m. 1p.m. 1p.m. 4p.m. 10a.m. 1p.m. 4p.m. 4:30p.m. BookClub HealthInsuranceHelp BarnDance CaregiverSupport 10a.m. 10a.m. BookClub ShredTruck 30 1:30p.m. CincodeBingo 10a.m. BunnyYoga 9a.m. DriverSafety 4:30p.m. SeniorDinner 9a.m. BikingKick-Off 9:30a.m. Alzheimer's Class 10a.m. 5:30p.m. BookClub DriverSafety 10a.m. HearingClass AdvisoryCouncil SeniorsGetSocial 9a.m. 4p.m. 1p.m. FinanceGroup 10a.m. 1p.m. 4:30p.m. 5:30p.m. BookClub HealthInsuranceHelp CaregiverSupport DriverSafety 10a.m. ZipliningTrip 6:45a.m. 10:30a.m. EauClaireTrip CBDClass 6:30p.m. Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday 27 28 29 30 1:30p.m. 5:30p.m. BeachyBingo DriverSafety Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday BandConcert 2 1 HappyFeet byappointment HappyFeet byappointment HappyFeet byappointment 9:15a.m. HousingTour 13 HappyFeet byappointment HappyFeet byappointment HappyFeet byappointment LunchandChat LowVisionGroup GardenParty 12:15p.m. 1p.m. 2p.m. 10a.m. Understanding Alzheimer's/Dementia 9:30a.m. RedHat Breakfast SENIORCENTER CLOSED 9:30a.m. RedHatBreakfast HappyFeet byappointment
TRIPS
SeniorHousingTour andLunch
Bookyourseatonthiseducationaltour aroundEdenPrairieandseewhateachsen housingbuildingoffers.Theitineraryinclud scheduledfacilitytoursandviewingofseve otherlocationsalongtheroute.Transporta lunchandtoursincluded.Registrationdead April27.
FagenFightersWWIIMuseum
PromotePatriotism–PreserveHistory–InspiretheFuture!Thismuseumfeaturesa collectionoffullyoperational,activeaircraf vehiclesfromWorldWarIIaswellasfinear sculpturesandanever-growinglibrary Enj guidedexperiencethatgivesararelookin livesandlegacyoftheGreatestGeneration includesasoupandsandwichbuffetatGra GolfCourse.RegistrationdeadlineApril21
securedintoasafetyharness.Thenyouglideover thebeautifulSandCreekRiverValleyonthree differentlines.Thereisalittletimeforwalkinginthe autifulrivervalleywithincredibleviews This venturerequiressignificantwalkingonnon-level ound,aswellasclimbingdownan8-ft.ladderon finalzipline AnATVisavailabletogetyouback hetopofthehill.SeniorCenterSupervisorSue dsthisadventure.Maximumweightrestrictionof 0lbs Thegroupstopsforlunchonthewayback yandtiponyourown)whiletouringand rningaboutJordan.Thetripwrapsupat nnesota'sLargestCandyStore.Registration adlineJune15.
Day Date Time Cost Th May4 9:15am–2:15pm $15 Van
y Date Time Cost Code June22 10a.m.–3:30p.m. $70 371322
Day Date Time Cost Code W May24 7:45am–5pm $98 171349 12
TRIPS
StrollandRollinEauClaire
JoinusforatriptoEauClaire,Wisc.We startwithavisittothehistoricSchlegelmilchMcDanielHouse,builtin1871byGerman immigrants.(Note:Stairsaretheonlywaytovisit thesecondfloor.)Joinamastergardenerasyou strollthroughthegardens Wethentakeanarrated bustouroftheEauClaire,learninghowit transformedfromlumberingtotiremakingto technology StopatAltoona'sFamilyRestaurantfor aFridayFishSpeciallunchbeforeheadingtothe MenomonieCreamerytopurchaselocalWisconsin dairyproducts.RegistrationdeadlineMay22.
LaCrosseRiverCruise
WestartthetripwithastopatL.A.R.K.
ToysinKelloggforcoffeeandfreetreatwhileyou shopinthisuniquetoystore,thelargestofitskind intheUSA.EnjoythescenicGreatMississippiRiver Road,oneofthemostscenicbywaysinAmerica, onourwaytoLaCrosse.BoardtheLaCrosse
Queen,aclimate-controlledreplicapaddlewheel riverboatofthestylethatpliedtheMississippiRiver inthelate19thCentury.Enjoyabuffetservice luncheonofSwedishmeatballsandham.Takein scenictreasuresincludingoneoftheoldestswing bridgesstillinoperationtoday,thelockanddam system,andotherhistoricsites.Wehopbackon thebus,stoppinginRochesterforareststopatthe ApacheMallFoodCourtbeforereturningtoEden
WindandLlamas
WestopatShoppesonMainein
RochesteronourwaytoruralMowerCountyfora windfarmtour.Learnaboutthefarmandseewhy windpoweriscurrentlythefastestgrowingsource ofelectricityproductionintheworld.Getyour questionsansweredasyouseetheturbinesup close.Besuretowearappropriateshoestowalk aroundthefarm.Thenwe’reofftoanauthentic ItalianlunchatBellaVictoriainAustin Choose eitherameatballsandwichorchickenCaesarwrap meal.AfterlunchwevisitAdDe'sHummingLlamas tolearnaboutthesefun,intelligentanimalsthatcan carrypacks,pullcarts,guardlivestockandprovide warmwool.Thetripisn’toveruntilwestopin OwatonnatoshopattheRussellStoverCandy StorebeforereturningtoEdenPrairie.Registration deadlineJuly9.
Need a greeting card?
Refurbishedgreetingcards areavailableforonly$1in theSeniorCenterlibrary!
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CoachBus
Day Date Time Cost Code W Aug.9 7:15a.m.–5:45p.m. $88 371288
CoachBus
CoachBus
Day Date Time Cost Code F June23 6:45am–4:50pm $98 371282 13
ONGOING ACTIVITIES AND RESOURCES
Happy Feet Inc. Footcare
Mondays,byappointment
Getanassessmentoffootconditions,footsoak, basicnailcare,footmassageandinformationon self-careandprevention.Costis$45.Call763-5605136toscheduleanappointment.
Wednesday Book Club
SecondWednesdayofthemonth,10–11:30a.m.
April12—"SlowHorses"byMickHerron
May10—"ThereisNothingforyouHere"by FionnaHill
June14—"HomeFront"byKristinHannah
Finance Discussion Group
Second Thursday of each month, 1–3 p.m. Call or e-mail the Senior Center to get on the e-mail distribution for more information.
ThursdayBookClub
ThirdThursdayofthemonth,10–11:30a.m.
April20—"MeetMeattheMuseum" byAnneYoungson
Lunch and Chat
FourthWednesdayofthemonth,12:15p.m.
Champps,8010GlenLane,EdenPrairie
Noneedtoregister;justshowup!
Yard Games
Starts May 2
Tuesdays, 9–11 a.m.
Enjoy pickleball, bocce, bag toss, tennis and basketball at Pioneer Park.
May18—"BoundaryWaters" byWilliamKentKrueger
June15 "AmericanSpy"byLaurenWilkinson
Caregiver Support Group
Third Thursday of each month 4:30–6 p.m. Call 952-934-3370 to schedule an appointment.
Red Hat Group – Crimson Chapeaux
Second Friday of each month, 9:30 a.m.
Original Pancake House, Eden Prairie
Contact Barbara Felker at dollroom@sprynet.com or 952-929-2813 to reserve a spot.
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RESOURCES
Community Woodshop
Ourfully-equippedcommunityresourcehas mostshoptoolsandequipment.Trainingand memberpassrequired.
Monday–Friday,8:30a.m.–4p.m.
A complete list of community resources is available at the Senior Center or online at edenprairie.org/SeniorResources
Senior Community Services
H.O.M.E.–indoorandoutdoorchoreassistance. 952-746-4046orhome@seniorcommunity.org
Socialworkerassistancewithmostseniorneeds. 952-934-3370orl.eiden@seniorcommunity.org
CareNextion.org–Freeonlinetoolthathelps caregiverscoordinateandconnectwithloved ones.
SeniorLinkAgeLine–Healthinsurance counseling. 800-333-2433ormetroaging.org
Free Medicare Counseling
Senior Linkage Line offers free one-on-one appointments, either in person or by phone, to help older adults navigate the often-complex process of enrolling in Medicare or supplemental health insurance policies Schedule an appointment at trellisconnects.org/get-help/Medicare or call the Senior LinkAge Line at 800-333-2433
StayConnected!
SignuptoreceiveSeniorCenternewsfor programinformation,communityresources andmonthlycalendarofevents.
Receivebymail 952-279-8050
Viewonline edenprairie.org/SeniorCenter
Getemailandtextupdates edenprairie.org/Subscribe
Meals on Wheels
Get nutritionally balanced, tasty meals delivered weekdays around noon. Cost is $4.50 per meal or less if you qualify for a Hennepin County waiver. Call 952-835-1665, email blepmn@gmail.com or visit bloomepmeals.com for more information.
Room Rentals
Host your meetings, parties and outings at the Senior Center. We offer classrooms or the Community Room, with space for up to 90 people. Call 952-279-8050 to book your private room.
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City of Eden Prairie
Senior Center
8950 Eden Prairie Road
Eden Prairie, MN 55347
952-279-8050
TTY: 952-949-8399
The City of Eden Prairie does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs, activities and services
OR CURRENT RESIDENT
Strike up the Band
A Military Salute
Friday, June 30 6:30–8:45 p.m.
Staring Lake Amphitheatre
Free outdoor concert with the Eden Prairie Community Band and Prairie Ramblers Jazz Band playing some of your favorite classics. Local veterans and active military are our special guests as we salute their service. Bring a chair or blanket and wear your most patriotic red, white and blue Summertime food and beverages available for purchase, or bring your own
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