Winter 2023 Winter 2023 Senior Center News EDEN PRAIRIE Sue Bohnsack SBohnsack@edenprairie org 952-279-8051 Stay in Touch Josh Rockey JRockey@edenprairie.org 952-279-8058 VoteforAdvisoryCouncilMembers ContributetotheSeniorCenterbyvoting Youcanhelpdecidewho servesonourSeniorAdvisoryCouncilforthenexttwo-yearterm. Everyvotecounts! Aballotisincludedattheendofthis newsletter.Youcanalsopick oneupattheSeniorCenterfrontdesk. Jan.2 Jan.16 Feb.20 Senior Center Closed NewYear'sDay MartinLuther King,Jr.Day PresidentsDay Note from Sue and Josh HAPPYNEWYEAR!Wethankyou forallthegreatsupportand encouragementyouhave providedoverthepastyearand welookingforwardtoagreat 2023 Doyouorsomeoneyouknow needhelpthiswinter?Letus know.StopbytheSeniorCenter topickupalistofcommunity resourcesorvisitourwebsiteat Jan. 7 May 10 Annual Contributions Welcome Each year, we ask Senior Center participants to make a donation to the center. These donations allow us to operate without membership dues. Please take a moment to consider giving to your favorite place to recreate Drop off or mail your donation to the Senior Center at 8950 Eden Prairie Road. Any amount is greatly appreciated! edenprairie.org/SeniorResources. Winter Blast at Staring Lake 2 p.m. 10 a.m. Shred Truck
SPECIAL EVENTS
ThemedBingo
BringyourlucktotheSeniorCenter!Youmaywin giftcardsduringthesefunthemedbingoevents! Costs$5persession.
Friday,Jan.20 | 1:30–3p.m.
Registrationcode178208
RegistrationdeadlineJan.18
Wearwhite!Snowballfightoptional. SponsoredbyHomeInstead
Monday,Feb.13 | 1:30–3p.m.
Registrationcode178209 RegistrationdeadlineFeb.9
Wearredorpinktoshowyourlove! SponsoredbyPrairieBluffsSeniorLiving.
Monday Funday: Trivia!
Bringabeveragetoenjoywhilechallengingyour mindwithsometriviaquestions,videosand brainteasers ThisFundaybroughttoyoubySue andJosh.RegistrationdeadlineJan 25
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M Jan. 30 3:30–5:30 p.m. Free 179213
Valentine's Day Breakfast
EnjoyadeliciouscateredbreakfastofSue’s famousFrenchtoastbakeandotherbreakfast sidesatthisfunannualbreakfastmeeting.Hear abouttheSeniorCenter’sactivitiesthispastyear. AportionofthiseventissponsoredbyPrairie BluffsSeniorLiving.RegistrationdeadlineFeb.7.
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T Feb. 14 9–10:30 a.m. $12 178202
Live Well Health Series: 7 Brain Health Strategies
Ifyouhaveconcernsaboutmemoryorcognition issues,thisclassisforyou Learnthesignsand symptomsoftypicalagingversusabnormalbrain aging.PresenterHarrieSheareridentifiesseven practical,evidence-basedstrategiesfor protectingbrainhealthasyouage.Harrieisa retiredhealthcareprofessionalandhealth scienceeducatorattheUniversityofMinnesota andOhioStateUniversitywithapassionforbrain science.Hehasdonein-depthstudyandresearch onconcussions,Alzheimer'sDisease,brainaging andadvocacyforprotectingbrainhealth RegistrationdeadlineMarch1.
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Monday,March13 | 1:30–3p.m. Registrationcode178210 RegistrationdeadlineMarch9
Wearyourfavoriteshadeofgreen! SponsoredbyHearToday.
M March 6 10:30–11:45 a.m. Free 178203
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rabbitsroamfreelyasthe yogaflows.
Yoga
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FITNESS TakeYourFitnessOutside! OutdoorCenter SignupforSnowtimeSaturdaysandtrya varietyofwinteractivitiessuchas snowshoeing,kicksledding,cross-country skiingandicefishing. edenprairie.org/Recreation OutdoorSkatingRinks Ninelightedlocationswithstaffedwarming houses.FreeskaterentalsattheStaring LakeParkbuilding. edenprairie.org/SkatingRinks StaringLakeSleddingHill Checkouta700-footgroomedhillwith warminghouse.Bringyourownsled; limitedsledsavailableon-siteforcheck-out. edenprairie.org/SleddingHill October-April Wednesdays,4:30p.m. (Free) EdenPrairieCenter(meetoutsideHallmark) 8251FlyingCloudDrive Walking Club Tuesdays,Thursdays8:30–9:15a.m.
movementandskillsrequiredduringactivities fordailyliving. SilverSneakers® Classic
Gold
Cost:FREEforCommunityCentermembers; nonmemberspay$7atthedoor.
balanceandrangeofmovement. SilverSneakers® Yoga 3
Adorableandadoptable
Bunny
Saturday, Feb. 11 10–11 a.m.
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Increasemuscularstrength,rangeof
Tuesdays,9:30–10:15a.m. Blendsupbeatmusicandfitnessparty. Zumba
Location:SeniorCenterCommunityRoom
Thursdays,9:30–10:15a.m. Movethroughyogaposestoincreaseflexibility,
DriverSafety4-HourRefresher
Ifyou'vetakenthestate-approved8-hourcourse, youcanrenewwiththis4-hourcourse.Registration deadlineoneweekbeforeclassbegins.
Day Date Time Cost Code
F Jan. 6 9 a.m.–1 p.m. $24 479202
Th Feb. 23 5:30–9:30 p.m. $24 179202
F March 31 Noon–4 p.m. $24 179202
DriverSafety8-HourCourse
Designedtorefineexistingskillsanddevelopsafe, defensivedrivingtechniques.Ifyou're55yearsor older,completionofthiscoursequalifiesyoufora 10%discountonyourautomobileinsurance premium.Registrationdeadlineoneweekbefore classbegins.
Online edenprairie.org/Register InPerson SeniorCenter 8950EdenPrairieRoad 8:30a.m.–4p.m.,M–F CommunityCenter 16700ValleyViewRoad 5:30am–10pm,daily Questions?CalltheSeniorCenterat 952-279-8050. Afullrefundforaprogramisgivenifyou cancelbeforetheregistrationdeadline No refundsareissuedafterthestartofaprogram withoutapproval EdenPrairieParksandRecreationreservesthe righttocancel,postponeorcombine programs,andchangeinstructors. Forinformationoncancellationsandrefunds, visitedenprairie.org/Register. How to register LIFELONG LEARNING No experience necessary! Supplies provided. Classes meet Thursdays from 10 a.m.–noon. Each class costs between $25–$35. Registration code is 166210. Sign up for all 6 sessions and save $25 using code 166211. Jan.12 Jan.26 Feb.9 Feb.23 March9 March23 BasicClayHand-Building: CoffeeorTeaMug PrintYourOwnValentines BasicClayHand-Building:Vase FusedGlass:WallPocket WatercolorBasics NeedleFelting:Landscape Learn more at edenprairie.org/Recreation or call 952-949-8304 for details. If the cost of the program is prohibiting you from registering, please contact the Art Center supervisor Jes at jschrom@edenprairie.org to discuss fee options. Art at the Senior Center 4 Learnhowtocreatebeautifulartpiecesor functionalitemsusingabasicweavingframe loom Participantslearnhowtowraptheirtable loom,createabasicweavingpattern,choose yarnsandplanadesign.Noexperience necessary. Introduction to Weaving Day Date Time Cost Code F Feb. 24–March 24 10 a.m.–noon $125 156247
M, Th Feb 13, 16 5:30–9:30 p m $28 179201 Day Date Time Cost Code
LIFELONG LEARNING
Bridge:Book2"PlayoftheHand"
Learntechniquesandthoughtprocessnecessary tosuccessfullyplaybridge.Aone-hourlecturewith examplesisfollowedbyanhourofrelatedplay.The classalsoreviewsBook1 Book2isavailablefrom theinstructorfor$24 RegistrationdeadlineJan 20
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F Jan 27–March17 9:30–11:30am $65 171204
Bridge Refresher Class
Participantssuggestdiscussiontopicsforthis class,suchasbasicbidding,conventions,orthe recentchangesinprotocolsandtheconvention card.Classtimeisdividedbetweendiscussion andactualplayofpre-dealthandsspecifictothe day'stopic(s).RegistrationdeadlineJan20.
Day Date Time Cost Code
F Jan. 27–March 17 Noon–2 p.m. $65 171222
Fireside Chat: Basic CPR/AED Use
LearnthebasicprocessofCPRandAEDuse. YouwillNOTreceivecertification,justimportant knowledgeincaseofemergency Onelucky attendeewillwinaride-alonginanEPFDfire truck!RegistrationdeadlineFeb.6.
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W Feb. 8 10–11:30 a.m. Free 179209
Landmark Tour Showcase
Learn about unforgettable travel opportunities in the U.S. and abroad. Ask questions about trips and increase your comfort with no-stress travel. 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 manager. Registration deadline Feb. 20.
Day Date Time Cost Code
W Feb. 22 10–11:15 a.m. Free 171341
LearntoPlayMahjongg
Indoor Golf League at Inside Edge
Joinothergolfenthusiastsforleagueplayon state-of-the-artgolfsimulators.Takeaswingat someofthemosthistoricandbeautifulgolf coursesintheworld Thefirstweekofthisleague includespracticeontheequipment Golfersplay atleastnineholeseachweek.Allskilllevels welcome.RegistrationdeadlineJan.17.
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M Jan. 30–March 6 9:30–11 a.m. $76 173201
Location: Meet at Inside Edge Golf, 16514 W. 78th St. Eden Prairie
Mahjonggisagamefortwotofourplayersthat uses152tilesbasedonChinesecharactersand symbols Theaimistobethefirstplayertogeta completehand Learntherulesandstrategiesto thegame.Participantscan(optionally)purchase theofficialNationalMahjonggLeaguecardfor$11 atregistration.RegistrationdeadlineMarch23.
Day Date Time Cost Code Th April 6–May 25 1–2:30 p m $54 171206
Puzzle Exchange
Leaveone,takeone!You'llnever runoutofpuzzleswhenyoutake advantageofthepuzzleexchange intheSeniorCenterlibrary.
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Noon Noon 1p.m. SSClassic GreetingCards ZumbaGold PartyBridge* Mahjongg* Cribbage*
1p.m. 4:30p.m. Quilting MexicanTrain 500Cards* Poker* WalkingClub
CoffeeKlatch GreatCourses DiscussionGroup Crafting
SSClassic SSYoga Mahjongg* Canasta Cribbage*
Noon Men'sGroup PartnerBridge* Theseweeklyeventsaredrop-inactivities–everyoneiswelcome! *Activityrequiresexperience Fordescriptionsanddetails,visitedenprairie.org/SeniorCenterorpickupaflyerfromSeniorCenter
DriverSafety
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GolfLeague MondayFunday
SeniorsGetSocial
AdvisoryCouncil SeniorsGetSocial
BridgeBookII BridgeRefresher
BookClub HealthInsuranceHelp CaregiverSupport
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TRIPS
SeniorHousingTour andLunch
Bookyourseatonthiseducationaltour aroundEdenPrairieandseewhateachsenior housingbuildingoffers.Theitineraryincludes scheduledfacilitytoursandviewingofseveral otherlocationsalongtheroute. Transportation,lunchandtoursincluded. RegistrationdeadlineMarch1.
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CrimeandCorruption
TakearidingtourthroughthestreetsofStPaul duringitshoodlumheydaywhencrimeand corruptionruled!SeewheresomeoftheFBI'smost notoriouscriminalssuchasMaBarker,BabyFace Nelson,JohnDillingerandMachineGunKellywere tried.EnjoylunchthensweetsfromSweetChocola inArdenHillsRegistrationdeadlineJan22
Day Date Time Cost Code
W March8 9:30am–2pm $15 173206
TourofTwinCitiesBridges
CoachBus
Discoverinterestingfactsaboutthe bridgesintheTwinCitiesonthisguidedtour. Listentostoriesaboutwhobuiltthebridges,how somehavebeenre-envisionedandtheimpacteach bridgehasintheircommunity.ThenheadtoJax Cafe,servingMinnesotanssince1933,alandmark establishedbyStanleyKozlak.Yourlunchchoices includeabakedchickenorSwedishmeatballmeal. RegistrationdeadlineFeb 27
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F March24 9:15a.m.–3:45p.m. $88 171311
MiniGolfandLunch
DayDate Time Cost Code Th Feb.23 9a.m.–3:15p.m. $99 471347 Van
Jointhisfunadventuretoplay18holesofmini golfatGolfZoneinChaskawithSue.Equipmentis provided.Aftergolfing,westopforlunchatthe CrookedPintwhereyoupayandtiponyourown. RegistrationdeadlineFeb.17.
Day Date Time Cost Code F Feb.24 11a.m.–2p.m. $19 173204
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TRIPS
ParamountTheatre: TheMusicofBobbyDarin
BobbyDarinwasasinger,songwriter,multiinstrumentalistandactorwhoperformedinarangeof musicgenresHestartedinshowbusinessasa songwriterforConnieFrancisandachievedworldfame in1958withhisownfirstmillion-sellerSplishSplash. Enjoyfinger-snappin’songslikeMacktheKnife,Dream Lover,BeyondtheSea,IfIWereaCarpenter, Clementine,That’sAll,andmanymore!Tripincludes lunchatCoyoteMoonGrilleRegistrationdeadline March17
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T April25 9a.m.–5:15p.m. $98 171318
FagenFightersWWIIMuseum
CoachBus
PromotePatriotism–PreserveHistory–InspiretheFuture!Thismuseumfeaturesapristine collectionoffullyoperational,activeaircraftand vehiclesfromWorldWarIIaswellasfineart,bronze sculpturesandanever-growinglibrary.Enjoyaselfguidedexperiencethatgivesararelookintothe livesandlegacyoftheGreatestGeneration Trip includesasoupandsandwichbuffetatGraniteRun GolfCourse.RegistrationdeadlineApril21.
Day Date Time Cost Code
W May24 7:45a.m.–5p.m. $98 171349
Takeinthebeautyandrichhistoryof
DoorCountyonthisfour-daytour.Dayone includesanovernightstayatRowley’sBayResort neartheshoreofLakeMichigan Enjoythefishboil storytellingreenactmentwithPeterRowleyasyou experiencethisDoorCountytradition.Daytwo beginswithafive-milerideacrosstheoncetreacherouswatersofDeath’sDoor,whereGreen BayandLakeMichiganmeet.Onceashoreon WashingtonIsland,embarkonatourwith sightseeinghostedbythe600residentswhocall theislandhome.Visitsomeattractionsandhave lunchbeforearelaxingdinnerintheresortdining room.Ondaythree,aguidetakesyoutothehandcarvedNorwegianBjorklundenChapel.This uniquecomplexofbuildingsfromSwedeninvites exploration.Afterlunch,tourEagleBluff Lighthouse,perched76-feetaboveGreenBay, hilelisteningtothestoriesofthekeepersfrom 68-1926.SpendtheeveningatPeninsulaPlayers eatre,America’soldestprofessionalresident mmertheater.Onthefinalday,traveltoSturgeon ytotourtheDoorCountyMaritimeMuseum forehavinglunchandreturningtotheTwin ies.
CoachBus
y Date Code Th June12–15 171325 stperPerson Due 15deposit Atregistration,byMarch6 99fordoubleroom April24 $1,250 forsingleroom April24
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Seniors
Refurbishedgreetingcardsare availableforonly$1inthe SeniorCenterlibrary! Need a greeting card? 10
—"Becoming"byMichelleObama
—"LongWayHome"byLynnAustin
"RezLife"byDavidTreuer
ThursdayBookClub Jan.19
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ONGOING ACTIVITIES
Learnmoreaboutyourcellphone,laptoporother devices.Signupfor30-minutetimeslot.
FirstandthirdWednesdayofthemonth,4–5p.m. Code179281 Cost:Free
—"LadyClementine"byHeatherTerrell
—"HellandOtherDestinations"by MadeleineAlbright
—"TheAddress"byFionaDavis
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A complete list of community resources is available at the Senior Center or online at edenprairie.org/SeniorResources StayConnected! SignuptoreceiveSeniorCenternewsfor programinformation,communityresources andmonthlycalendarofevents. Receivebymail 952-279-8050 Viewonline edenprairie.org/SeniorCenter Getemailandtextupdates edenprairie.org/Subscribe Ourfully-equippedcommunity resourcehasmostshoptoolsand equipment.Trainingandmember passrequired.
Community Woodshop Jointhisfungroupforlunch! FourthWednesdayofthemonth,12:15p.m. Champps,8010GlenLane,EdenPrairie Lunch and Chat
Caregiver Support Group
Happy Feet Footcare
Health Insurance Counseling RESOURCES
Get Social Wednesday Book Club Jan.11
Feb.8
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SecondWednesdayofthemonth,10–11:30
Gatherwithotherswhoareexperiencingthesame visionlossasyou.Resourcesavailable. FourthWednesdayofthemonth,1–2p.m. Code171219 Cost:Free Low
Information Group
Monday–Friday,8:30a.m.–4p.m.
Call952-934-3370toscheduleanappointment. ThirdThursdayofeachmonth4:30–6p.m.
Call763-560-5136toscheduleanappointment. Mondays,byappointment
CalltheSeniorLinkAgeLineat800-333-2433.
2023 Senior Advisory Council Candidate Information
Arlene Cohen would like to contribute ideas and share with other older adults the fun she has experienced at the Senior Center Arlene volunteers with the Senior Center library and greeting card program.
Jim Cragg (incumbent) would like to continue to serve on the council and keep the council active. He thoroughly enjoys working with Sue and Josh on new, exciting programs and events.
Marlene Fischer (incumbent) would like to help plan the future of the Senior Center. Marlene volunteers with Lunch and Chat, Red Hat and Coffee Klatch activities, as well as most special events and education sessions.
Don Jacobson (incumbent) finds serving on the council rewarding and wants to continue for another two years. He believes the Senior Center is a great place for seasoned people to meet and enjoy activities, and feels he can help the Senior Center continue to grow.
Brian Larson is interested in what the advisory council does and how he can help with the Senior Center's programs and events. He currently participates in the Discussion Group and Men’s Group.
Sylvia Peterson wants to return to the council to offer input and support decisions that keep the Senior Center successful. She volunteers with special events, gardens our beautiful grounds and attends many classes and events.
Gayl Smith (incumbent) wants to continue her service on the council to help monitor program participation. She enjoys being involved in the planning and decision making, then seeing the enjoyment the Senior Center brings to others.
Instructions
Place your completed ballot in a sealed envelope. Drop the envelope off at the Senior Center reception desk or mail to:
Senior Center
8950 Eden Prairie Road Eden Prairie, MN 55347
Ballots are also available at the Senior Center.
All ballots are due by Friday, Feb. 3, 2023.
One ballot per person.
Thanks for voting!
Arlene Cohen Jim Cragg Marlene Fischer Don Jacobson Brian Larson Sylvia Peterson Gayl Smith
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Write in your nomination:
Senior Center Advisory Council Official Ballot Check boxes for SIX candidates
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Valentine's Day Breakfast Tuesday, Feb. 14 9–10:30 a.m. Senior Center 8950 Eden Prairie Road $12 Registration code 178202 Registration deadline Feb. 7 Join your friends for a delicious catered breakfast of Sue's famous French toast bake and other breakfast sides at this fun annual meeting and breakfast. Learn about the Senior Center's activities and participation information over the past year. A portion of this event is sponsored by Prairie Bluffs Senior Living. OR CURRENT RESIDENT
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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
