Eden Prairie Senior Center News - Summer 2022 by City of Eden Prairie

EDEN

PRAIRIE

Senior Center News Summer ôòôô

Note from Sue and Josh The new space has proven to be a positive update for all participants÷ and we are extremely happy with how it turned outù

Mayor Ron Case, Parks and Recreation Director Jay Lotthammer, Senior Center staff Sue Bohnsack and Josh Rockey, and Senior Advisory Council came together to celebrate the recent renovations.

Celebrating the recent renovations with a ribbon cutting ceremony If you haven't seen the newly-renovated Senior Center÷ make plans to stop over for a visitù Mayor Ron Case was on-hand Monday÷ May 23÷ to officially cut the ribbon and celebrate the Senior Center's next phase in serving older adults in our communityü Thanks to generous donations from private citizens÷ the Senior Center now has a bright and spacious gathering space÷ multifunctional classrooms and a new office/reception areaü

The fireside lounge is often used for independent recreation and provides a cozy atmosphere as you wait for an activityü You can enjoy lounging during our upcoming Social Hour gatherings or anytimeù

Summer Notes It's warm out thereù Stay hydrated; we have water÷ soda and juice available for sale in our refreshment areaü

Stay in Touchù Sue Bohnsack SBohnsack@edenprairieüorg ñ52-27ñ-ð051 Josh Rockey JRockey@edenprairieüorg ñ52-27ñ-ð05ð

Octü 15÷ 11 aümü–2 pümü Citywide Open House City Center Octü 21÷ 11ö30 aümü Fall Lunch Senior Center

Senior Center Closed July 4

Independence Day

Sept. 5

Labor Day

SPECIAL EVENTS Social Hour at the Senior Center Meet new people or bring a friend to this Freeù open gathering at the Senior Center’s new Fireside Loungeü Bring a beverage and enjoy conversation÷ work on a puzzle÷ play a game or visit the back patio to smell the flowersü The woodshop is open for trained usersü Even though this event is free÷ please register two days before so we have appropriate materialsü

CarFit SM

Join us for the 30th Annual Senior Golf Classicù (See back cover for detailsü)

CarFit is a free program designed to improve safety for older driversü Trained volunteers provide information to ensure the safest “fit” for drivers and their vehicles – they reposition mirrors to minimize blind spots÷ adjust seats for proper positioning and adjust seat belts to ensure optimal safetyü A specific time slot will be assigned to each registrant one week priorü Register by calling 952-279-8050 for a 20-minute appointment by Septü 21ü

Day W

Day T W

Date Augü 2 Septü 7

Time Code Activity 5–6ö30 pümü 37ñ2ð4 Art talk (6 pümü) 4ö30–6 pümü 37ñ2ð4 Trivia (5 pümü)

Senior Golf Classic

Date Augü 10

Time ð aümü

Cost $42/$72

Code 371205

Date Septü 2ð

Time ñ aümü–noon

Cost Free

Enjoy a delicious picnic meal of hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, chips, watermelon, beverages and dessert. Feast your eyes on classic cars for entertainment. Event takes place rain or shine.

SUMMER BBQ

Thursday, July 28 4:30–6 p.m. Senior Center Gardens 8950 Eden Prairie Road Cost $14 Registration code 371204 Registration deadline July 21

edenprairie.org/SeniorCenter

Code 371217

SPECIAL EVENTS Themed Bingo Bring your luck to the Senior Centerù You may win donated gift cards during these fun themed bingo eventsù Registration deadline is one week before event dateü Cost is $5 per sessionü

firecracker BINGO

Thursday, July 14 1:30–3 p.m.

Cost $5 Registration code 373214 Registration deadline July 7

Wear your best patriotic÷ celebratory÷ redwhite-and-blue or firework themed clothingù Sponsored by Senior Living Insightü

Hot Hot Hot Bingo Monday, Aug. 22 1:30–3 p.m.

Landmark Travel Tours Showcase

Cost $5 Registration code 373215 Registration deadline Aug. 15

Learn about unforgettable travel opportunities in the UüSü and abroadü Ask questions about trips and increase your comfort with no-stress travelü

Wear your fun summer bonnet or sunscreen on your noseù Sponsored by Medicare & Insurance Family Healthü

Thursday÷ Septü 2ñ 10–11ö15 aümü

I'þe Fallin' for Bingo

Landmark÷ a local÷ family-owned tour operator÷ has inclusive packages featuring round-trip airfare÷ quality accommodations÷ enjoyable meal experiences÷ admission to all itinerary attractions÷ deluxe motor coach transportation and the services of a professional tour managerü

Friday, Sept. 23 | 1:30–3 p.m.

Cost $5 Registration code 373216 Registration deadline Sept. 16

Registration deadline Sept. 27 Registration code 371336

Wear your fun fall colorsù Sponsored by Health Source of Eden Prairieü

CLASSES Talk with the Lawyerö Estate Planning

Driver Safety ð-Hour Course

Learn about powers of attorney÷ trusts and wills÷ including what needs to be in place to make them legal documentsü The instructor explains how÷ even if you are healthy and relatively young÷ getting your documents in order now benefits your family in the futureü There is time for Q&A on any estate-planning topicü Registration deadline July 6ü Day Date M July 11

Time 10–11ö15 aümü

Cost Free

Designed to refine existing skills and develop safe÷ defensive driving techniquesü If you're 55 years or older÷ completion of this course qualifies you for a 10% discount on your automobile insurance premiumü Registration deadline one week before class beginsü Day W÷ Th W÷ Th

Code 371212

Date Time Cost Augü 24÷ 25 5ö30–ñö30 pümü $2ð Octü 5÷ 6 5ö30–ñö30 pümü $2ð

Code 37ñ201 47ñ201

How to register Online edenprairie.org/Register

Driver Safety 4-Hour Refresher

If you've taken the state-approved ð-hour course÷ you can renew with this 4-hour courseü Registration deadline one week before class beginsü Day F T F Th

Date July 22 Augü 16 Septü 16 Octü 20

Time 1–5 pümü 5ö30–ñö30 pümü ñ aümü–1 pümü 5ö30–ñö30 pümü

Cost $24 $24 $24 $24

In Person Senior Center ðñ50 Eden Prairie Road ðö30 aümü–4 pümü÷ M–F

Code 37ñ202 37ñ202 37ñ202 47ñ202

Community Center 16700 Valley View Road 7 aümü–10 pümü÷ daily Questions? Call the Senior Center at 952-279-8050.

Talk with the Artist

The Senior Center is one of the locations exhibiting art in public spaces as part of the Eden Prairie Rotating Art Seriesü One of this year’s selected artists÷ Pa Na Lor÷ displays her large-scale fiber/embroidery work at the Senior Centerü In conjunction with PeopleFestù A Community Celebration of Culture÷ Pa Na chats about her process÷ cultural history÷ and answer questions about her workü Come and immerse yourself into this cultural experienceü Senior Center Social Hour starts at 5 pümü if you would like to stop in earlyü Registration deadline July 26ü Day Date T Augü 2

Time 6 pümü

Cost Free

Cancellation and refund policies A full refund for a program is given if you cancel before the registration deadlineü No refunds are issued after the start of a program without approvalü Eden Prairie Parks and Recreation reserves the right to cancel÷ postpone or combine programs÷ and change instructorsü For information on cancellations and refunds÷ visit edenprairie.org/Registerü

Code 36621ñ

CLASSES Fireside Chat

Beginning Bridgeö Book 1 Bidding

Feel the heat (of the coffee) with Eden Prairie's firefightersü Hear what happens behind-the-scenes at the Fire Department and learn how our firefighting team minimizes risk and increases safety in the communityü

This course covers the current approach to basic bidding and game play through education and actual playü It is designed for those who have never played as well for those who have not played in a whileü Instructor Mignon Nearmyer is a Silver Life Master÷ ACBL Certified Instructor and Tournament Directorü The book that accompanies this course is available from the instructor for $20ü No class on Octü 21ü Registration deadline Septü 2ü

This session is an overview of the MNFIRE Initiative which covers firefighter wellness as it relates to mental wellbeing÷ cardiac prevention÷ cancer prevention and over all stress managementü Check out the new safety toys and equipment for firefighter safetyü Take a turn putting on full firefighter gear to see just how heavy and safe it isü Registration deadline Augü 24ü Day Date M Augü 2ñ

Time 10–11ö30 aümü

Cost Free

Code 37ñ20ñ

Cost Code Free 37ð202

Time 1ö30–3ö30 pümü

Cost $65

Code 371210

Senior Housing Demystified

Ever wonder what the difference is between all of the senior housing optionsþ Get your questions answeredù The discussion doesn't include the pros and cons of specific locations÷ but rather an overview and tips on how to choose what's right for youü Registration deadline Septü 12ü

Meet the new Senior Liaison Juliette Glynn and Hennepin County Embedded Social Worker Molly Mitleyü Enjoy a cup of coffee and learn how they support our senior communityü This is a great opportunity to learn more about your police department or police topics in generalü Registration deadline Septü 6ü Time ñö30–11 aümü

ñö30-11ö30 aümü $65 371214

Day Date F Septü ñ–Novü 4

Coffee with the Cops

Day Date Th Septü ð

Septü ñ-Novü 4

Cost Code

Play randomly dealt hands with an opportunity to ask questions÷ seek guidance or clarify a response with an ACBL certified instructor÷ Silver Life Master and Directorü Each class begins with a Q & A sessionü Prerequisiteö knowledge of the basics of the game or completion of Book One "Bidding" by Audrey Grantü Instructor is Mignon Nearmyerü Registration deadline Septü 2ü No class Octü 21ü

Have difficulty doing everyday tasks or reading clearlyþ Join us for a free presentation and learn about free services offered by Minnesota State Services for the Blindü Simple tips to help you understand vision and vision loss and how this presentation can help you see betterü This session brought to you by Home Insteadü Registration deadline Augü 2ñü Time 10–11ö15 aümü

Time

Shuffle÷ Deal and Play Bridge

Live Well Health Seriesö Aging Eyes

Day Date W Augü 31

Day Date

Day Date W Septü 14

Time ñö15–10 aümü

Cost Code Free 371224

A Senior Housing Tour and Lunch follows this presentation (see pg. 11 for details; separate registration required)

Cost Code Free 37ñ207

CLASSES Low Vision Support Group Gather with others that are experiencing the same vision loss as youü Everyone has some sort of vision loss and there are resource to help you with your lossü Knowing what is available for you÷ your loved ones and your friends is key to helpingü Bring questions and leave with answersü Vision Loss Resources leads this support groupü Day Date W Septü 1ñ

Learn to Play Mahjongg

Time 1–2ö30 pümü

Cost $54

Pastel Drawing — Landscape Thursday÷ July 14÷ 10 aümü–noon Cost $25÷ Registration code 366203 Tote Bag Painting Thursday÷ July 2ð÷ 10 aümü–noon Cost $35÷ Registration code 366203

Code 371201

Paint Your Pet Thursday÷ Augü 11 10 aümü–noon Cost $25÷ Registration code 366203

Assistant City Engineer Carter Schultz and Metro Transit's James Mockovciak discuss the current status and future of the light rail in Eden Prairieü We also talk about the project schedule in terms of what's been done already and what is left to be completed including how far out is the opening dayü Bring your questions and hear from the expertsü Registration deadline Septü 1ð Date Septü 1ñ

Time 2–3ö15 pümü

Cost Free

Code 37ð202

No experience necessaryù

Light Rail Update

Day M

Cost Free

ART AT THE SENIOR CENTER

This game for two to four players that uses 152 tiles based on Chinese characters and symbolsü Learn the rules and strategies to the gameü Participants can (optionally) purchase the official National Mahjongg League card for $10 at classü Registration deadline Septü 1 Day Date Th Septü 15–Novü 3

Time 10–11ö30 aümü

Paper Marbling Thursday÷ Augü 25÷ 10 aümü–noon Cost $25÷ Registration code 366203 Coming upù Stay tuned for information about art sessions on Septü ð and Septü 22ù

Code 37ð240

Learn more at edenprairieüorg/ArtCenter or call ñ52-ñ4ñ-ð304 for more detailsü

FITNESS Senior Center Fitness Classes Get active with fitness classes designed specifically for older adults. All classes are held in the Senior Center Community Room and are FREE for Community Center members. Nonmembers pay $7 per class at the door.

SilverSneakers® Classic

SilverSneakers® Yoga

Beginner to intermediate fitness level

Move through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength÷ range of movement and skills required during activities for daily livingü Some exercises are performed in a seated position and some are standing÷ using a chair for balanceü

SilverSneakers® Yoga moves your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga posesü Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility÷ balance and range of movementü Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation promote stress reduction and mental clarityü

Tuesdays, Thursdays 8:30–9:15 a.m.

Thursdays, 9:30–10:15 a.m.

Zumba Gold

Tuesdays, 9:30–10:15 a.m.

Biking Groups

Latin-inspired dance/fitness program that blends a variety of upbeat music and contagious steps to form a “fitness party” that is downright addictiveü Join us and get fitù

Pickleball/Yard Games Tuesdays, 9–10:30 a.m.

Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.

Old Spokes Biking Group Old Spokes is a group that rides approximately 10 miles per hour for 20–25 miles round-trip÷ with different routes each weekü This group stops for a lunch/rest break during each tripü Call us to receive a weekly email with detailed informationü

Star July ts 12ù

Play bocce ball÷ bag toss and pickleball during this open play timeù Call us first if you plan to visitü

Short Spokes Biking Group Looking for a shorter÷ slower-paced ride÷ this is the bicycling group for youü This group bikes about 10-15 miles on local routes within the west metro÷ at a pace averaging ð–10 miles per hourü Call or text Barb at 612-4ð3-24ð2 for more infoü

Walking Group October-April Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m.

Eden Prairie Center (meet outside Hallmark) ð251 Flying Cloud Drive

Bunny Yoga

May–September Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m.

Adorable and adoptable rabbits roam freely as the yoga flowsü

Eden Prairie Parks

Saturday÷ Augü 27 10–11 aümü Cost $25 Code 3ð3701

Call or visit edenprairie.org/SeniorCenter for spring-summer scheduleü

Monday

JULY

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

9:30 a.m. Men's Group 9:30 a.m. Shuffle Deal Noon Partner Bridge

SENIOR CENTER CLOSED

Independence Day

8:45 a.m. Coffee Klatch 9:30 a.m. Discussion Group 10 a.m. Estate Planning Class Crafting 1 p.m. By appt. Happy Feet

18 8:45 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 1 p.m. By appt.

8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Noon Noon 1 p.m.

8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Noon Noon 1 p.m.

19 Coffee Klatch Discussion Group Crafting Happy Feet

8:45 a.m. Coffee Klatch 9:30 a.m. Discussion Group 1 p.m. Crafting

8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Noon Noon 1 p.m.

SS Classic Biking Group Greeting Cards Zumba Gold Party Bridge Mahjongg Cribbage

SS Classic Biking Group Greeting Cards Yard Games Zumba Gold Party Bridge Mahjongg Cribbage

9:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 4 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m.

Quilting Mexican Train 500 Cards Poker Inspiration Group Seniors Get Social Walking Club

Quilting Book Club Mexican Train 500 Cards Poker Inspiration Group Walking Club

8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m.

1:30 p.m.

9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 4 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

9:30 a.m. 11 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

SS Classic SS Yoga Mahjongg Canasta Cribbage

SS Classic SS Yoga Pastel Drawing Mahjongg Canasta Cribbage Investment Group Firecracker Bingo

Advisory Council Mtg Quilting Mexican Train 500 Cards Poker Inspiration Group Seniors Get Social Walking Club

Quilting St. Paul Saints Trip Mexican Train 500 Cards Poker Inspiration Group Walking Club

9:30 a.m. Men's Group 9:30 a.m. Red Hat Breakfast 9:30 a.m. Shuffle Deal Partner Bridge Noon

9:30 a.m. Shuffle Deal 9:30 a.m. Men's Group Noon Partner Bridge

8:30 a.m. SS Classic 9:30 a.m. SS Yoga 10 a.m. Mahjongg 10 a.m. Book Club 12:30 p.m. Canasta 1 p.m. Cribbage 1 p.m. Health Insurance 4:30 p.m. Caregiver Support

9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Noon 1 p.m.

8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 4:30 p.m.

SS Classic SS Yoga Mahjongg Tote Bag Art Canasta Cribbage Summer BBQ

Shuffle Deal Men's Group Partner Bridge Driver Safety

9:30 a.m. Shuffle Deal 9:30 a.m. Men's Group Noon Partner Bridge

Monday

8:45 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 1 p.m. By appt.

Coffee Klatch Discussion Group Crafting Happy Feet

8:45 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 1 p.m. By appt.

8:45 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 1 p.m.

Coffee Klatch Discussion Group Crafting Emotional SelfCare Series

Coffee Klatch Discussion Group Crafting Happy Feet

Coffee Klatch Discussion Group Hot Hot Hot Bingo Crafting

29 8:45 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 1 p.m. By appt.

8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Noon Noon 1 p.m. 5 p.m. 6 p.m.

8 8:45 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 1 p.m. 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday

Coffee Klatch Discussion Group Fireside Chat Crafting Happy Feet

SS Classic Biking Group Greeting Cards Yard Games Zumba Gold Party Bridge Mahjongg Cribbage Social Hour Talk w/ the Artist

8:30 a.m. SS Classic Biking Group 9 a.m. Greeting Cards 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Yard Games 9:30 a.m. Zumba Gold Party Bridge Noon 12:30 p.m. Mahjongg Cribbage 1 p.m.

8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Noon Noon 1 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Noon Noon 1 p.m.

SS Classic Biking Group Greeting Cards Zumba Gold Yard Games Party Bridge Mahjongg Cribbage Driver Safety

SS Classic Biking Group Greeting Cards Zumba Gold Yard Games Party Bridge Mahjongg Cribbage

AUGUST 3

Wednesday

9:30 a.m. Quilting 12:30 p.m. Mexican Train 1 p.m. 500 Cards 1 p.m. Poker Inspiration Group 3 p.m. 4 p.m. Seniors Get Social 5:30 p.m. Walking Club

Golf Classic 8 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Quilting Book Club 10 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Mexican Train 500 Cards 1 p.m. Poker 1 p.m. Inspiration Group 3 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Walking Club

9:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 4 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

8:30 a.m. SS Classic 9:30 a.m. SS Yoga Mahjongg 10 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Canasta Cribbage 1 p.m.

Quilting Mexican Train 500 Cards Poker Inspiration Group Seniors Get Social Walking Club

8:45 a.m. State Capitol Tour Advisory Council 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m Quilting 12:30 p.m.Mexican Train 500 Cards 1 p.m. Poker 1 p.m. Inspiration Group 3 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Walking Club 5:30 p.m. Driver Safety

9:30 a.m. Quilting Aging Eye Class 10 a.m. 12:30 p.m.Mexican Train 500 Cards 1 p.m. Poker 1 p.m. Inspiration Group 3 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Walking Club

8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m.

Friday

9:30 a.m. Men's Group Noon Partner Bridge

Thursday

SS Classic 9:30 a.m. Men's Group SS Yoga 9:30 a.m. Red Hat Vineyard Trip Breakfast Mahjongg Noon Partner Bridge Paint Your Pet Canasta Cribbage Investment Group

9:30 a.m. Men's Group 8:30 a.m. SS Classic Noon Partner Bridge 9:30 a.m. SS Yoga 10 a.m. Mahjongg 10 a.m. Book Club 12:30 p.m. Canasta 1 p.m. Cribbage Health Insurance 1 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Caregiver Support

8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

SS Classic SS Yoga Mahjongg Paper Marbling Canasta Cribbage Driver Safety

9:30 a.m. Men's Group Partner Bridge Noon

Saturday

10 a.m.

Bunny Yoga

Monday

Tuesday

SEPTEMBER Wednesday

Thursday

8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m.

SENIOR CENTER CLOSED Labor Day

8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Noon Noon 1 p.m.

8:45 a.m. Coffee Klatch 9:30 a.m. Discussion Group 11:30 a.m. Emotional SelfCare Series Crafting 1 p.m.

8:45 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 1 p.m. 2 p.m. By appt.

Coffee Klatch Discussion Group Crafting Light Rail Talk Happy Feet

8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Noon Noon 1 p.m.

8:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m. Coffee Klatch 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Discussion Group 9 a.m. 1 p.m. Crafting 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Noon Noon 1 p.m.

SS Classic Biking Group Greeting Cards Zumba Gold Yard Games Party Bridge Mahjongg Cribbage

9:30 a.m. 12:30 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 4 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

Quilting Mexican Train 500 Cards Poker Inspiration Group Seniors Get Social Social Hour Walking Club

8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m.

SS Classic SS Yoga Biking Mahjongg Canasta Cribbage

SS Classic Coffee with Cops SS Yoga Mahjongg Art Class Canasta Cribbage Investment Group

9:30 a.m. Men's Group Noon Partner Bridge

9:30 a.m. Bridge Book 1 9:30 a.m. Men's Group 9:30 a.m. Red Hat Breakfast Noon Partner Bridge 1:30 p.m. Shuffle Deal

9:15 a.m.

Housing Demystified 9:30 a.m. Quilting Book Club 10 a.m. Senior Housing 10 a.m. Tour 12:30 p.m. Mexican Train 500 Cards 1 p.m. Poker 1 p.m. Inspiration Group 3 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Walking Club

Advisory Council 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Quilting Low Vision Support 10 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Mexican Train 500 Cards 1 p.m. Poker 1 p.m. Inspiration Group 3 p.m. Seniors Get Social 4 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Walking Club

9 a.m. 9:30 a.m 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

Car Fit Quilting Mexican Train 500 Cards Poker Inspiration Group Walking Club

8:30 a.m. SS Classic 9:30 a.m. SS Yoga 10 a.m. Mahjongg 10 a.m. Book Club 12:30 p.m. Canasta 1 p.m. Cribbage 1 p.m. Health Insurance 1 p.m. Mahjongg Class 4:30 p.m. Caregiver Support

8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m.

8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m.

SS Classic Osceola Train Trip SS Yoga Mahjongg Art Class Canasta Cribbage Mahjongg Class

SS Classic SS Yoga Mahjongg Landmark Tour Showcase 12:30 p.m. Canasta Cribbage 1 p.m. Mahjongg Class 1 p.m.

Friday

9 a.m 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. Noon 1:30 p.m.

9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Noon 1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m.

9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Noon 1:30 p.m.

Driver Safety Bridge Book 1 Men's Group Ziplining Trip Partner Bridge Shuffle Deal

Bridge Book 1 Men's Group Partner Bridge Shuffle Deal I've Fallin' for Bingo

Bridge Book 1 Men's Group Partner Bridge Shuffle Deal

TRIPS Millner Vineyard

Coach Bus

Get Connectedù

Millner Heritage Vineyard & Winery near Kingston÷ is a European-style winery designed÷ built and operated by the Millner familyü Ride between vineyard rows for an up-close experience with the grapesü Tour the winery to learn about wine making from fresh grapes to bottleü Enjoy a lunch of chicken÷ potato÷ vegetable÷ bread÷ coffee and cookieü Then stop at Stü Bonifacius to purchase meats such as sausages÷ jerky÷ meat pies and braunschweiger at Mackenthun Sausage & Deliü Registration deadline July ðü Day Th

Date Augü 11

Cost Van $ñ0

Time ñö30 aümü–4ö30 pümü

State Capitol Tour and Lunch

Receive by mail 952-279-8050 View online edenprairie.org/SeniorCenter Get email and text updates edenprairie.org/Subscribe

Code 37132ñ

Van

Take a guided tour for a close-up look at the restoration of the Minnesota State Capitolü The tour features the Capitol’s history÷ decorative art÷ murals and paintings that have been restored to their original 1ñ05 patterns and colorsü After the tour÷ enjoy lunch at Joseph’s Grill in Stü Paul where you pay and tip on your ownü You can give a suggested donation to the Capitol onsiteü Registration deadline Augü 10 Day W

Date Time Augü 24 ðö45 aümü–2 pümü

Cost $14

Code 371321

Senior Housing Tour and Lunch

Van

Book your seat on this educational tour around Eden Prairie and see what each senior housing building offersü The itinerary includes scheduled facility tours and viewing of several other locations along the routeü Transportation÷ lunch and tours includedü Registration deadline Septü 7ü Day W

Date Time Cost Septü 14 10 aümü–2 pümü $15

Ziplining Adventure

Van

Glide over the beautiful Sand Creek River Valleyù This adventure requires a lot of walking on nonlevel groundü An ATV is available to get you back to the top of the hillü Stop for lunch and visit Minnesota's Largest Candy Store (pay and tip on your own)ü Must be able to step up and down four steps on a standard ladderü Maximum weight restriction of 250 lbsü Registration deadline Septü 2ü

Code 371316

A Senior Housing Demystified presentation precedes this tour (see pgü 5 for details; separate registration required)

Day F

Date Time Septü 16 10 aümü–3ö30 pümü

Cost $70

Code 371322

TRIPS Winona Boat Tour

Coach Bus

Arrive at the Winona Levee boat dock to board the Winona Tour Boatü Enjoy a treat and coffee as you sail the beautiful Mississippi River while the captain shares insight and stories about the famed waterwayü The cabin can be enclosed and climatecontrolled and restrooms are availableü Arrive at the Westfield Golf Club for a buffet-style lunch of chicken breast÷ baked potato÷ vegetable÷ bread÷ beverage and cookieü Registration deadline Septü ñü Day Date T Octü 11

Osceola Train Trip

Time 7ö15 aümü–5ö30 pümü

Cost $ññ

Code 37ñ2ð7

Coach Bus

Arrive at the Osceola & Stü Croix Valley Railwayü The train departs for a trip back in time to 1ñ4ð as you ride from Osceola to Marine on Stü Croixü Travel high on the bluffs and enjoy the beautiful woodlandsü An onboard box lunch includes a turkey sandwich with toppings÷ chips÷ cookie and beverageü Arrive at Pine Tree Apple Orchard to shop for apple varieties and apple bakery goodiesü Registration deadline Augü 1ñü Day Th

Date Septü 22

Time ñ aümü–4ö30 pümü

Cost $ñ4

Code 37ñ2ð5

Stü John's Bible Trip

Coach Bus

Arrive in Collegeville to tour Stü John's University÷ the largest Benedictine abbey in the western hemisphere÷ with 1ñ0 professed monksü Spend time in the Bible Gallery to view 2ð original pages of the Stü John's Bible and other exhibitionsü Enjoy lunch of make-your-own deli sandwich with chicken dumpling soup÷ salad÷ dessert bars and beveragesü After lunch÷ tour the great Abbey Church to learn about its history and unique architectureü Each tour member is presented with a loaf of Johnny Bread to take homeü Registration deadline Septü 30ü Day W

Date Novü 2

Time ðö45 aümü–4 pümü

Cost $ð3

Code 37ñ2ðñ

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES MONDAY

WEDNESDAY

Senior Singles Coffee Klatch 8:45–10:30 a.m. Enjoy a cup of coffee at the Senior Center÷ meet new friends and discuss hot topicsü

Quilting 9:30–11 a.m. Put your creative skills to use and work with others to help sew a quilt or bring your own projectü

Current Events Discussion Group 10–11:30 a.m. Share and discuss a wide range of topics on current eventsü

Mexican Train 12:30–3 p.m. A fun dominoes game that works best with four or more playersü Volunteers will teach the gameü

Crafting 1–3 p.m. Bring your own project and socialize with friends and neighborsü All types of crafters are welcomeü

Texas Hold ’em Poker 1–3:30 p.m. Hold ‘em or fold ‘emþ Players should have a good understanding of the gameü 500 Card Game 1–3 p.m. A good understanding of the game is requiredü

TUESDAY Greeting Cards 9–11 a.m. Help brighten someone’s day when you create greeting cards for the our recycled card programü Proceeds help support programs and servicesü

Inspiration and Discovery Group 3–4:30 p.m. Join this inspiring group as they discuss uplifting topics÷ positive experiences and make new friendsü

Mahjongg Noon–3 p.m. Mahjongg is commonly played by four playersü Similar to rummy÷ it's a game of skill÷ strategy and calculation that involves a little bit of chanceü

THURSDAY Mahjongg 10 a.m.–noon Same as Tuesday

Party Bridge Noon–3:30 p.m. Meet new friends when you join others for a friendly game of bridgeü Arrive a few minutes earlyü

Canasta/Hand and Foot 12:30–3:30 p.m. No experience necessaryü Cribbage 1–3:30 p.m. Same as Tuesday

Cribbage 1–3:30 p.m. All levels of players are welcomeü Call if you plan to attendü

FRIDAY Men’s Coffee Group (Woodchucks) 9–11 a.m. Enjoy conversation with gentlemen of all ages÷ backgrounds and experiencesü

Partner Bridge Noon–3:30 p.m. Bring a partner and enjoy a fun game of bridgeü Call Sharon at 612-202-00ñ5 for more informationü

MONTHLY ACTIVITIES Community Woodshop

Wednesday Book Club

This fully-equipped community resource is available to anyone to use during regular business hours (and some evenings)ü All participants must take a 2-hour safety course before using equipmentü Pay $60 for the required course and $35 per quarter or $7 per visitü Most regular shop equipment is available and group rentals can be arrangedü Another person must be present if using equipment in the shopü

July 13 — "News of the World" by Paulette Jiles Aug. 10— "Becoming" by Michelle Obama Sept. 14 — "The Four Winds" by Kristin Hannah Second Wednesday of the month, 10 a.m.

Lunch and Chat Join in on this fun group lunch dateü

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Fourth Wednesday of the month÷12ö30 püm

Happy Feet Footcare

Investment Group

Get an assessment of foot conditions÷ foot soak÷ basic nail care÷ foot massage and information on self-care and preventionü Cost is $45ü

Call the Senior Center for more informationü Second Thursday of the month, 1–3 p.m.

Call 763-560-5136 to schedule an appointmentü Mondays by appointment only

Thursday Book Club July 21 — "Pachinko" by Min Jin Lee Aug. 18— "The Life We Bury" by Allen Eskens

Emotional Self Care Series

Septü 15 — "Invisible Child" by Andrea Elliott

Professional speakers lead these education and motivational sessionsü Bring a bag lunch and beverage to eat while learning÷ visiting and sharing with othersü Sessions are co-sponsored by Vision Loss Resourcesü

Health Insurance Counseling

Second Monday of the month 11ö30 aümü–1ö30 pümü | Code 37ð240

Visit trellisconnects.com or call the Senior Center to make an appointmentü

Third Thursday of the month, 10 a.m.

Third Thursday of the month

Seniors Get Social Get help to learn more about your cell phone÷ laptop or other technological devicesü This program is in partnership with the Eden Prairie High School student internship programü Please register for a free 30-minute time slotü

Red Hat — Crimson Chapeaux

Enjoy breakfast and conversation at the Original Pancake Houseü No membership÷ no dues — just pay for your mealü Join us for some Red Hat funù

Contact Barbara Felker at dollroom@sprynet.com or 952-929-2813 to RSVP or request information about other Red Hat activitiesü

First and third Wednesday of the month 4–5 p.m. | Code 379281

Second Friday of the month, 9:30–11 a.m. Original Pancake House, 549 Prairie Center Drive

RESOURCES Meals on Wheels

Senior Community Services

Get nutritionally balanced÷ tasty meals delivered weekdays around noonü Cost is $4ü50 per meal or less if you qualify for a Hennepin County waiverü

Senior Community Services is a nonprofit organization with a mission to innovate and deliver services that meet the changing needs of older adults and their caregiversü

Call 952-835-1665÷ email blepmn@gmail.com or visit bloomepmeals.com for more informationü

Licensed social worker Lee Ann Eiden÷ LISW÷ provides Senior Outreach & Caregiver Services to help older adults and their families access appropriate÷ affordable services for their unique needsü

Room Rentals

Host your meetings÷ parties and outings at the Senior Centerü We offer classrooms or the Community Room with space for up to ñ0 peopleü Call 952-279-8050 to book your private roomü

Caregiver Support Group Lee Ann also hosts a free monthly Caregiver Support Group the third Thursday of each month from 4ö30–6 pümü Contact Lee Ann at ñ52-ñ34-3370 or lüeiden@seniorcommunityüorg to learn moreü

Health Insurance Counseling Update

HOME Program The HOME program provides help with indoor and outdoor chores like housekeeping÷ minor home repairs÷ painting projects÷ and lawn mowing/snow removalü Personal technology support is also offered in some areasü Call ñ52-746-4046÷ Monday – Friday from ðö30 am – 4ö30 pm or email home@seniorcommunityüorgü

Do you have questions about Medicareþ Confused about Part A÷ B and Dþ Interested in learning more about the changes to the 2022 Medicare plansþ Call to schedule a one-hour÷ unbiased appointment for one-on-one counseling about your Medicare needsü You can also attend a free÷ live online presentation covering the basics on Medicare Part A÷ B÷ C and Dü Learn what’s new for 2022ü

Medicare Partners The Medicare Partners program helps low-tomoderate income Medicare beneficiaries limit outof-pocket medical expensesü Please note this is NOT medical insuranceü Call ñ52-767-0665 or email medicarepartners@seniorcommunityüorgü

Learn more at metroaging.org/helpinformation/medicare-counseling. Call the Senior LinkAge Line at 800-333-2433 to talk with a specialist for in-depth help on Medicare plansü

Your local ride at the push of a buttonü SW Prime is a shared ride public transit service where other riders may be picked up and dropped off during your rideü

CareNextion.org CareNextion.org is a free÷ online tool (and smartphone app) that helps caregivers coordinate and connect with others to support their older adult loved oneü Visit the site to learn more and create a care teamü

Call SouthWest Prime at 952-797-7463 to book a ride or ask questionsü

To learn more about programs÷ services and volunteer opportunities÷ visit seniorcommunity.orgü

SouthWest Prime

City of Eden Prairie Senior Center ðñ50 Eden Prairie Road Eden Prairie÷ MN 55347

PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID HOPKINS, MN PERMIT NO. 241

952-279-8050 TTY: 952-949-8399 edenprairie.org/SeniorCenter

or Current Resident

SENIOR GOLF -ClassicWednesday, Aug. 10 8 a.m. shotgun start

Join us for the 30th Annual Senior Golf Classic! Sign up as a couple,

foursome or single—we can place

you on a team. Green fee plus lunch and prizes included. Players must be 55 or older to participate.

Rain date Aug. 17.

edenprairie.org/Register

Dahlgreen Golf Club 6940 Dahlgreen Road, Chaska Dahlgreen members $42 Non-members $72 Registration deadline Aug. 3 Code 371205