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Celebrating the Encore Years! Serving Ages 50+
Welcome to TPAC!
Thompson Park Activity Center 1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul, MN 55118 651-403-8300
September - October 2017
TPAC Hours 9 am-4 pm, Monday-Friday
Join us for TPAC's Waffle Breakfast, which includes a craft and bake sale fundraiser. Breakfast includes homemade Belgian waffles, choice of flavored toppings, sausage, juice and coffee.
lgrathen@tridistrictce.org
Sunday, Oct. 8 Tickets on sale now.
To Register call 651-403-8300 or visit us
TPAC’s Annual Waffle Breakfast and Craft Sale
9 am-1 pm $9/all you can eat. Free for children under 5.
Coordinator Lisa Grathen Find Us Online www.tpac.tridistrictce.org online at tridistrict.thatscommunityed.com
Waffle Breakfast Volunteers Needed!
Please call TPAC to sign up to volunteer for our Annual Fundraiser on Sunday, Oct 8. There are various times and jobs available. Please support our center! 651-403-8300.
Looking for Vendors for our Waffle Breakfast and Craft Fair. If interested, call 651-403-8300. Entertainer Jim Berner
Jim plays and sings hits from the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s to present. He has a great voice with a very large range of sound. He has wonderful songs along with marvelous stories. Listeners say “What a great voice and we love the stories!” Wednesday, Sept. 13 1 pm #1370-S17 $7 includes dessert Register by Tuesday, Sept. 5.
Panama Canal Then & Now
The Panama Canal’s expansion project, Third Set of Locks Project, was completed on June 26, 2016. This project doubled the capacity of the Panama Canal by adding a new lane of traffic, allowing for a larger number of ships, and increasing the width and depth of the lanes and locks, allowing larger ships to pass. Presenter: Dan Hartman Wednesday, Nov. 8 1 pm #1385-F17 $10 Register by Wednesday, Nov. 1.
Jane’s Button Collection
Come and hear more about Jane’s menagerie of buttons. Jane will share more about her buttons, ranging in age from 1 year to 100 years old. She will share new pieces of art and give suggestions on how you can be creative with buttons yourself. Presenter: Jane Lagenback Wednesday, Nov. 15 1-2 pm #1400-F17 $5 Register by Thursday, Nov. 9.
Announcements TPAC closed Sept. 4 Oct. 19, 20
Looking for office volunteer. Needed Wednesday AM and Friday PM Computer skills not required.
Stickers Needed
TPAC is collecting stickers to use for a service project of decorating lunch bags for Meals on Wheels. Please drop them off at the office.
Metro Dining Cards
Beginning late September, Metro Dining Cards (MDC) will be available at TPAC for $24. Use the cards two or three times and it pays for itself. The cards make great gifts. New keeping in touch program, see page 4. Umbrella Projects kickoff event, see page 9.
TPAC Learning & Discussion Groups
Volunteer
Opportunities to Volunteer Call TPAC 651-403-8300
Technology Mentors & Office Help needed Crafters Needed
See page 4 for Crafting for a Cause.
Events Committee
Looking for volunteers who are interested in helping to set-up/ clean-up for special events at TPAC.
British History Tuesdays #1116
1:30-3:30 pm $8 per session
Sept.12 - Celtic Sacred Sites Oct. 10 - Robert the Bruce Nov. 14 - Viking Britain Dec. 12 - A British Christmas Please pre-register.
Dementia Understanding & Support Group Bringing together caregivers, family and friends who seek guidance and support for caring for their loved one. Let's work together to help each other and exchange ideas. Presented by Brookdale Living Communities. 4th Tuesdays Sept. 26, Oct. 24
10:30-12 pm Free
TPAC Umbrella Projects Committee Looking for volunteers who are interested in making an impact through service by helping others. If you have an interest in being part of the Umbrella Projects or see a project that interests you, contact Barb Eschle, quinneschle@gmail.com or call Lisa Grathen, 651-403-8302.
Caregiver Support Group
Helping a Young Person: Learning Buddies
2nd Wednesdays Sept 13, Oct. 11
Feel free to connect if you have any questions or want to set up a time for an informational session. Please contact Erin Wallock, program manager at 651-234-2227.
Items Needed at TPAC
Sponsored by Darts Family caregivers come together to discuss concerns with trained facilitators and to learn from others caring for an aging loved one. All group sessions will focus on mutual support for the attendees.
TED TALKS Discussion
(Technology, Entertainment and Design) The first 20 minutes is spent watching a popular pre-selected TED TALK Video. Next, our facilitator, Tom Johnson, will lead a discussion by posing a few questions to get the conversation started and the group will do the rest. Topics and speakers are announced ahead of time via bulletin board and the TPAC e-newsletter. Third Tuesdays
Sept. 19, Oct. 17
$1 donation at the door. No registration needed.
Join a Community Conversation Join together with local residents in a community conversation! Voice your thoughts about the type of community you wish to live in and how to make it come to life. Your feedback will inform the services provided by local agencies. This event is sponsored by TriDistrict Community Education and Dakota County Library. Tuesday, Oct. 17 4:30-6 pm No registration needed. Free Thompson Park Activity Center
1:30-2:30 pm Free
Heritage Society Lunch & Learn Series A Partnership of DARTS and Thompson Park Activity Center (TPAC)
Car Care - September 19, 2017
Please consider donating the following items to TPAC.
Experts present the basics on keeping your car safe during the winter. Guest Speaker: Signal Hills Garage | Location: TPAC
Regular & decaf coffee Candy
Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 13
Caregiving - October 17, 2017 Learn what caregivers need to support themselves and their loved ones. Guest Speaker: Tabatha Barrett | Location: DARTS Please RSVP by Wednesday, October11
This newsletter is a limited open forum.
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1-2:30 pm
Stand Up/Fall Prevention - November 21, 2017 Get tips to keep your balance in any season or condition. Guest Speaker: Tandem Strength & Balance | Location: TPAC Please RSVP by Wednesday, November15
All session are 11:30am - 1pm Prepay $5 fee (includes lunch) Contact either location
DARTS
1645 Marthaler Lane West St. Paul, MN 651-455-1560 laura.dunn@darts1.org
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TPAC
1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul, MN 651-403-8300 www.tridistrict.thats communityed.com
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TPAC Learning & Discussion Groups Women's Study Group
This group meets for a social get-together and for a short presentation on topics of interest. The wives of US Presidents is this year's topic. Come and check out our group. All women welcome. Group is meeting at TPAC in September and October. Monday, Sept. 11 Monday, Oct. 9 #1403-F17
1-3 pm 1-3 pm
Food Waste Prevention
Learn about the amount of food that is wasted in the United States, why it matters, and what we can do about it. Learn ways to reduce food waste in your household by smart shopping, proper food storage and clever ways to use leftovers. Take home a smart shopping list and a food storage guide. Presenter: Cassandra Schueller, Recycling Coordinator for the City of West St. Paul. Tuesday, Sept. 26 10 am #1392-F17 $3 Register by Tuesday, Sept. 19.
Climate Change Part II - Tour of Macalester College
Join us for a tour of climate change projects underway at Macalester College. Macalester's president signed the American College and University Presidents' Climate Commitment and has committed to climate neutrality by 2025. The college has already saved money by investing in energy efficiency. The college also has installed electric vehicle charging stations and solar panels. Participants should meet at the TPAC parking lot at 9 am sharp if interested in carpooling. If you are able to drive, please let us know when registering. Presenter: Suzanne Savanick Hansen, Sustainability Manager for Macalester College. Wednesday, Oct. 11 9:30-10:30 am #1395-F17 $5 Macalester College, 1600 Grand Ave., St. Paul Register by Wednesday, Oct. 4.
WWII German POW Camps in the United States During World War II, thousands of prisoners, both German and Japanese, arrived on the shores of the United States and were sent across the country for housing. This presentation will concentrate on the German POWs that arrived in the United States and were housed in both Minnesota and Wisconsin. Presenter: Matt Carter, Executive Director of the Dakota County Historical Society. Thursday, Oct. 12 9:30 am #1387-F17 $5 Register by Thursday, Oct. 5.
AARP TAX-AIDE SEEKS VOLUNTEERS FOR 2017 SEASON AARP Tax-Aide is seeking volunteers to help people by preparing and filing their tax returns. Experience with accounting or tax preparation IS NOT necessary. We supply training and computers. We also need facilitators to help clients’ organize documents. For more information call David at 651-485-8680 or email: WoodburyTaxAide@aol.com You can also stop in to see Joe at Thompson Park on Monday mornings. He can answer questions and assist you with the sign up in the Thompson Park computer lab.
TPAC Services
Free Memory Screening Provided by DARTS. Call 651-403-8300.
Free Legal Services Call 651-224-7301, 9 am-noon.
Foot Care by Happy Feet Call 763-560-5136 for appointment and fee.
Free Health Insurance Counseling Provided by Metro Area Agency on Aging. Call 651-403-8300.
Climate Change, What Does it Mean for West St. Paul?
Join Suzanne Savanick Hansen for a presentation and discussion of the climate change and West St. Paul. Suzanne was an official observer to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Bonn, Germany in 2014 and took students to the UN climate talks in Paris in 2015. She will discuss the international and local challenges posed by climate change and discuss what is currently underway to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at the local level. Join the discussion and see what you can do to help. Wednesday, Oct. 4 9:30-10:30 am #1394-F17 $5 Register by Wednesday, Sept. 27. THOMPSON TIMES - September - October 2017
Fare for All Express Grocery Program
Dinosaurs—What Made Them So Special? In the past few decades, a wealth of information has been generated about those fascinating creatures called Dinosaurs. We’re going to run through 160 million years of dinosaur evolution in less than an hour. Instructor: Gary Gray Wednesday, Oct. 25 10-11:30 am #1389-F17 1 session - $5 Register by Wednesday, Oct. 18.
Wednesdays, 4-6 pm Sept. 26 Oct. 24 Nov. 21 Dec. 19
Central Square Comm. Center 100 Seventh Ave. N., SSP
Save the date!
TPAC Annual Waffle Breakfast and craft sale. Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017
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TPAC Learning & Discussion Groups Senior Tour of Homes
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Umbrella Projects Kickoff Dear Reader, Volunteering is a wonderful way to support your community and to meet others who enjoy working together on various projects. The Umbrella Projects Group at TPAC is a group whose mission is “Making a Difference Through Service.” We know there are others who would enjoy being part of this group, so we’re planning a special get together on Sept. 18 at 1 pm and inviting you to attend. Come for a piece of homemade pie and ice cream and learn about the many ways you might volunteer. One of the unique things about this group is there is a variety of projects to fit many interests, projects are both short- and long- term, and you can choose to be part of those that best fit your time and interest. Hoping to see you on the 18th to learn more about our group. Please register at TPAC to ensure we have enough pie for all! Sincerely, The Umbrella Projects Group
Tour four senior living communities in Northern Dakota County in a fun, entertaining way. The route will showcase independent living, assisted living, a residential home and memory care. During the day you’ll receive refreshments, lunch, transportation, marketing information on each site visited and prizes. Seats are limited. Registration required. Tour provided by Choice Connections (advocating for seniors to have independence and control in their home choice as they age). After completion of the tour, Eunice from Choice Connections will follow-up with you regarding additional information or resources you may need. Tour meets at TPAC and includes visits to The Sanctuary in WSP, Gramercy in Inver Grove Heights, Westwood Ridge in WSP and Heart to Home in Mendota Heights. Wednesday, Sept. 27 9:15 am-2:45 pm #1377-S17 1 session - $15 Register by Wednesday, Sept. 20.
ART & MUSIC Beginning Watercolor
Introduction to the joys of painting with watercolor. Learn fundamental watercolor skills and much more! Materials not included. A materials list will be emailed upon registration. Tuesdays #1302
1:30-3:30 pm Drop-in $25
Sept. 5-26 4 sessions - $50 Register by Tuesday, Aug. 29.
Watercolor Wednesdays #1191
1-3 pm Drop-in $25
Sept. 6-27
4 sessions - $50
Oct. 4-25
4 sessions - $50
Register by Wednesday, Aug. 30.
Register by Wednesday, Sept. 27.
Oct. 3-31 5 sessions - $62.50 Register by Tuesday, Sept. 26.
Crafting for a Cause Painting with Colored Pencils Beyond the Coloring Book
For the beginner who wants to learn shading, layering, blending and many, many more techniques that will turn any picture or photograph into an original work of art. Class includes over $37 worth of supplies that you will own. Participants will leave class with a unique framed collage of six completed colored pencil works of art; see above. Instructor: JoAnn Ellingboe has completed several advanced art education courses and as a retired occupational therapist JoAnn creates a warm, welcoming learning environment for all ability levels.
Help Meals on Wheels by joining with us to decorate paper bags. We start with plain white bags and turn them into warm wishes for neighbors receiving their "Meals on Wheels." No RSVP necessary, all are welcome. Supplies provided.
Crafting Schedule:
Sept. 18, Oct. 16 11 am-12 pm Mendota Elementary 1979 Summit Lane, Mendota Heights
Tuesday 1-3 pm #1390-F17 Sept. 19 Free Intro! Register by Tuesday, Sept. 12.
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Sept. 26-Oct. 31 6 sessions - $48 Register by Tuesday, Sept. 19.
Colored Pencils Instructor: JoAnn Ellingboe www.tpac.tridistrictce.org
TPAC FITNESS & HEALTHY LIVING CLASSES Brain Fitness
Learn tips, tricks and games to keep our minds active as we age. There will be fun give-away items and prizes, and healthy brain-power snacks will be provided. Sponsored by Brookdale Living. Mondays, Sept. 11, Oct. 9
Our mission is to engage Baby Boomers as they create happy, healthy, fulfilling lives that build vibrant communities.
12-1 pm
No registration needed.
$.50 donation
Our purpose is to offer active, entertaining and engaging activities for Boomers More or Less who work hard, play hard and love to learn.
Balance and Brains A one hour class designed for the unique needs of older adults desiring to remain active, agile and mentally sharp. Each class will consist of: strength training, cardiovascular exercise, balance, and brain training games. Exercises aim to improve balance, strength and improve memory, reasoning and problem solving skills. Please bring your own exercise mat or towel or choose to use a chair. Space is limited so register early. Instructor: Angela Croisant
Fitness and Balance for Life
A combination of yoga and Tai Chi that focuses on range of motion and balance. Participant chooses chair or standing position. No floor exercise. Instructor: Phyllis Cooper Thursdays 10:30-11:30 am #1317-F17 7 sessions - $49 Sept. 7-Oct. 26 (no class Oct. 19) Nov. 2-Dec. 21 (no class Nov. 23)
Mobility & Balance™
NEW!
Strength, balance and physical endurance are sure to improve in this 1 hour class. With the goal of improved daily living, an ideal participant has functional impairments or is unable to stand for 30 minutes, or unable to get down to the floor and back up. Modifications are provided for all exercises and seating is available. Instructor: Angela Croisant Fridays 11 am-12 pm #1397-F17 Sept. 29 - Free Intro Register by Friday, Sept. 22. Oct. 6-Oct. 27 3 sessions - $21 (no class Oct. 20) Register by Friday, Sept. 29. Nov. 10-Dec. 15 (no class Nov. 24) Register by Friday, Nov. 3.
5 sessions - $35
THOMPSON TIMES - September - October 2017
Wednesdays #1404-F17 Sept. 6-Oct. 25 Nov. 8-Dec. 20
9:30-10:30 am 8 sessions - $56 7 sessions - $49
Fridays 9:30-10:30 am #1332-F17 Sept. 8-Oct. 27 (no class Oct. 20) 7 sessions - $49 Nov. 10-Dec. 15 (no class Nov. 24) 5 sessions - $35
Wednesday Walkers
Meet at 9 am outside the TPAC entrance. Wednesdays Last day Oct. 25.
9 am FREE
A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls
This program emphasizes practical strategies to manage the risk of falls and reduce the fear of falling. Participants learn to: view falls as controllable, make changes to reduce fall risks at home, increase strength and balance to prevent falling, and set realistic goals for increasing activity. Who should attend? Anyone who: is concerned about falls, has fallen in the past or fears falling, or is interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength. Mondays, Sept. 18- Nov. 6 #1376-S17 Register by Sept. 11.
1-3 pm 8 sessions - $15
Join our Boomer Advisory Council, call Hayley at 651-403-8312.
Engaging Activities this Fall! Sept. 18 - Presidential Power Sept. 20 - Core and Pelvic Floor Strengthening Sept. 20 - Fitness to Go Sept. 20 - Tap Dance Sept. 23 - This Old Horse Oct. 1 Fall Paddle & Picnic Oct. 4 - Parenting your parents Oct. 7 - Cream Tea and History Oct. 8 Fall Paddle and Picnic Oct. 11 - Saw-Whet Owl Banding
Refunds
Request for cancellation and refunds must be received by our office 7 days prior to the first class session. A $10 service charge will be added if you must cancel a class. No refunds are issued after the first session or deadline.
Register Online tridistrict.thatscommunityed.com
To ensure our classes and activities are running as scheduled, please call or register if you plan to attend. Click on Browse All Programs then Courses - Boomers More or Less or call 651-403-8300.
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19 8:45 am - TIS Skyrock Farms 9:15 am - 3x3 Fitness 9:30 am - Open Watercolor 11:30 am - Car Care Lunch & Learn at TPAC 1 pm - TED Talks 1 pm - Painting with Colored Pencils 1:30 pm - Beginning Watercolor
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18 9 am-12 pm - Technology Center 9:30 am - Scrabble 11 am - Crafting for a Cause (Mendota Elem) 1 pm - A Matter of Balance 1 pm - Knitting & Crocheting 1 pm - Umbrella Projects Kickoff 2 pm - Senior Surf Day 3 pm - Home Before Dark 25 9 am-12 pm - Technology Center 9:30 am - Scrabble 1 pm - A Matter of Balance 1 pm - Knitting & Crocheting 3 pm - Home Before Dark
9:15 am - 3x3 Fitness 9:30 am - Open Watercolor 10:30 am - Red Hot Peppers 1:30 pm - Beginning Watercolor
12 9:15 am - 3x3 Fitness 9:30 am - Memory Screening 9:30 am - Open Watercolor 10:30 am - Mystery Book Club 12 pm - Health Ins. Counseling 1:30 pm - Beginning Watercolor 1:30 pm - British History
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11 9 am-12 pm - Technology Center 9:30 am - Scrabble 10 am - Umbrella Projects Mtg 12 pm - Brain Fitness 1 pm - Knitting & Crocheting 1 pm - Womens Study Group 1:30 pm - Great Decisions 3 pm - Home Before Dark
CLOSED Labor Day
Monday
9 am - Duplicate Bridge 9 am - Wednesday Walkers 9:15 - Senior Tour of Home 9:30 am - Balance and Brains 1 pm - Watercolor Class
9 am - Duplicate Bridge 9 am - Wednesday Walkers 9:30 am - Balance and Brains 10 am - Discover Group 1 pm - Watercolor Class 1:15 pm - Colored Pencils
9 am - Duplicate Bridge 9 am - Wednesday Walkers 9:30 am - Balance and Brains 12 pm - Drivers Part 1 1 pm - Jim Berner 1 pm - Watercolor Class 1:30 pm - Caregiver Support Group
9 am - Duplicate Bridge 9 am - Wednesday Walkers 9:30 am - Balance and Brains 1 pm - Watercolor Class
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9 am - Line Dancing 9:30 am - 3X3 Fitness 10 am - Advisory Council Mtg 10 am - FB 4 Life 1 pm - Mah Jongg 1 pm - Travel Show
9 am - Line Dancing 9:30 am - 3X3 Fitness 10:30 am - FB 4 Life 11 am - Cooking Capers 12 pm - Drivers Safety 1 pm - LLS Mtg 1 pm - Mah Jongg
9 am - Line Dancing 9:30 am - 3X3 Fitness 10:30 am - FB 4 Life 12 pm - Drivers Part 2 12:30 pm - Happy Feet 1 pm - Mah Jongg
9 am - Line Dancing 9:30 am - 3X3 Fitness 10:30 am - FB 4 Life 12 pm - Drivers Safety 1 pm - Mah Jongg
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9 am - Hand & Foot Cards 9:30 am - Balance and Brains 9:30 am - Out & About Travel 12:30 pm - Open Bridge 1 pm - 500 Cards 1 pm - 500 for Fun
9:30 am - Balance and Brains 10 am - Breakfast for the Brain 12:30 pm - Open Bridge 1 pm - 500 Cards 1 pm - 500 for Fun
9:30 am - Balance and Brains 12:30 pm - Open Bridge 1 pm - 500 Cards 1 pm - 500 for Fun
9:30 am - Balance and Brains 10 am - Breakfast for the Brain 12:30 pm - Open Bridge 1 pm - 500 Cards 1 pm - 500 for Fun
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Thompson Park Activity Center 1200 Stassen Lane West St. Paul, MN 55118 651-403-8300
THOMPSON TIMES - September - October 2017
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9:15 am - 3x3 Fitness 9:30 am - Open Watercolor 1 pm - Painting with CP 1:30 pm - Beginning Watercolor
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Thompson Park Activity Center Open Monday - Friday 9 am - 4 pm
9 am - Technology Center 9:30 am - Scrabble 1 pm - A Matter of Balance 1 pm - Knitting & Crocheting 3 pm - Home Before Dark
9 am - Technology Center 9:30 am - Scrabble 11 am - Crafting For Cause (Mendota Elemenary) 1 pm - Knitting & Crocheting 1 pm - A Matter of Balance 3 pm - Home Before Dark
9 am - Technology Center 9:30 am - Scrabble 11 am - Crafting for a Cause 1 pm - A Matter of Balance 1 pm - Knitting & Crocheting 3 pm - Home Before Dark
9 am - Technology Center 9:30 am - Scrabble 10 am - Umbrella Projects Mtg 12 pm - Brain Fitness 1 pm - A Matter of Balance 1 pm - Knitting & Crocheting 1 pm - Womens Study Group 1:30 pm - Great Decisions 3 pm - Home Before Dark
9 am - Technology Center 9:30 am - Scrabble 1 pm - A Matter of Balance 1 pm - Knitting & Crocheting 3 pm - Home Before Dark
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9 am - Line Dancing 9:30 am - 3X3 Fitness 10:30 am - FB 4 Life 12 pm - Drivers Safety 12 pm - Happy Feet 1 pm - Mah Jongg
CLOSED
9 am - Line Dancing 9:30 am - 3X3 Fitness 9:30 am - German POW Camps 10:30 am - FB 4 Life 12:30 pm - Happy Feet 1 pm - Mah Jongg
9 am - Line Dancing 9:30 am - 3X3 Fitness 10:30 am - FB 4 Life 12 pm - Drivers Safety 1 pm - Mah Jongg
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9 am - Hand & Foot Cards 9:30 am - Balance and Brains 9:30 am - Out & About Travel 11 am - Mobility and Balance 12:30 pm - Open Bridge 1 pm - 500 for Fun 1 pm - 500 Cards
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9 am - Hand & Foot Cards 9:30 am - Balance and Brains 10 am - Dinosaurs-What Made Them So Special? 11 am - Mobility and Balance 12:30 pm - Open Bridge 1 pm - 500 Cards 1 pm - 500 for Fun
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WAFFLE BREAKFAST on Sunday, Oct. 8
9 am - Hand & Foot Cards 9:30 am - Balance and Brains 10 am - Breakfast for the Brain 11 am - Mobility and Balance 12:30 pm - Open Bridge 1 pm - 500 Cards 1 pm - 500 for Fun
WAFFLE BREAKFAST SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8th 9 am - 1 pm VOLUNTEERS NEEDED, CALL 651-403-8300
9 am - Wednesday Walkers 9 am - Duplicate Bridge 9:30 am - Balance and Brains 10 am - Dinosaurs 1 pm - Watercolor Class
9 am - Duplicate Bridge 9 am - Wednesday Walkers 9:30 am - Balance and Brains 10 am - Discover Group 1 pm - Watercolor Class 1:15 pm - Colored Pencils
11 9 am - Duplicate Bridge 9 am - Wednesday Walkers 9:30 am - Balance and Brains 9:30 am - Climate Change II 1 pm - Watercolor Class 1:30 pm - Caregiver Support Group
9 am - Duplicate Bridge 9 am - Wednesday Walkers 9:30 am - Balance and Brains 9:30 am - Climate Change I 1 pm - Watercolor Class
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MONTHLY Activities Monday
Thank You!
Great Decisions 2nd Monday, 1:30 pm Brain Fitness 2nd Monday, 12-1 pm $.50 donation
Coffee Cart Donations
Tuesday
Red Hot Peppers 1st Tuesday, 10:30 am
Betty Booher
Thompson Times
July-August Collators
Len Bohrer Betty Booher Bill Booher Jack Neihart Pat Tiller Betty Christenson John Whitson Sharon Blaiser Ice Cream Social Volunteers Bob Doffing Tom Johnson Mike Myhre Joyce Wahlquist
WEEKLY Activities Technology Learning Center
Sept. - Raise the Titanic​by Clive Cussler Oct. - A Time to Kill by John Grisham Nov. - Turkey Day Murder by Leslie Meier Dec. - Social get-together
See page 9 for more information Social Scrabble 9:30 am $.50 donation Knitting & Crocheting Club 1 pm Home Before Dark - Bridge 3 pm
Ted Talks 3rd Tuesday, 1-2:30 pm Dementia Support 4th Tuesday, 10:30 am Penny Bingo 4th Tuesday, 1-3 pm
Monday
Tuesday 3x3 Fitness DVD 9:15 am
Wednesday
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$2 donation
Bring your own supplies. $2 per session. Pay at the door.
Wednesday Walkers 9 am, last day Oct. 25 Duplicate Bridge 9 am-12:30 pm, $8
Line Dancing 9-10 am, $2 per session Begin Sept. 7
3x3 Fitness DVD 9:30 am Mah Jongg 1-3:45 pm Request for cancellation and refunds must be recieved by our office 7 days prior to the first class session. A $10 service charge will be added if you must cancel a class. No refunds are issued after the first session or registration deadline.
$.50 donation Bookends 4th Tuesday, 10:15 am Wentworth Library
Open Watercolor 9:30 am-12 pm
Thursday
Refunds
Mystery Book Club 2nd Tuesday, 10:30 am
Friday
Breakfast for the Brain 10-11:30 am First and third Fridays of the month Open Bridge 12:30-3 pm, $.50 donation Serious 500 Club 1-3 pm, $.50 donation 500 for Fun! 1-3 pm, $.50 donation
Caregiver Support 2nd Wednesday, 1:30 pm Discover Group 3rd Wednesday, 10-11:30 am Colored Pencils 3rd Wednesday, 1:15-2:30 pm
Thursday
Cooking Capers 3rd Thursday, 11 am
Please call Joan Miller at 651-686-7354.
Friday
Out and About Travel 4th Friday, 9:30 am Meeting to plan day trips to local attractions. No cost except your admission and lunch on each trip.
Varied Schedules TPAC Birders
All beginners and good birders are welcome. We try to cover everyone's interest levels on the trips we choose. To learn more, call Ken Marble at 651457-1813.
Meet Author Joan Maze (TPAC participant)
Joan Maze, a member of our TPAC community, has been writing for twenty years and currently writes full-time. She has self-published five books and is generously donating a copy of each to the TPAC Library: A Dangerous Mistake, A Dangerous Obsession, The Hierophant, Fast Track to the Past and The Ghost of Crumble High. She loves to write Mysteries and Young Adult Mysteries while incorporating history and time travel into her plots. She is currently working on a new novel called Cybernapped. Joan lives in Inver Grove Heights, is a lifelong vocal enthusiast and painter of wildlife and scenery. At TPAC, she enjoys the Mystery Book Club and British History. Thank you for your generous donation, Joan! 8
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DRIVING CLASSES
TECHNOLOGY
This class does not offer any certification toward renewing your license. This class is for those wanting to practice or troubleshoot areas of driving with a supportive instructor. Call 651-306-7870.
Free Technology Support at TPAC’s Tech. Learning Center
Adult “Behind the Wheel” Class
Driver Safety Courses To register, call 1-888-234-1294 or visit www.mnsafetycenter.org 4 Hour Refresher Courses: $22 1 session Thursday, Sept. 7 Thursday, Sept. 21 Thursday, Oct. 5 Thursday, Oct. 26
12-4 pm 12-4 pm 12-4 pm 12-4 pm
1:1 Computer, Smartphone and Tablet Mentoring. No appointment needed. Bring your own laptop/phone/tablet or use one of our computers. Our mentors will individually help you with your questions. Learn computer basics to more advanced skills. Our older adult mentors speak your language and are very patient and friendly, using hands-on teaching methods. Call 651-403-8300 if you have further questions. Note new hours. Monday Mornings
9-11 am
Initial Eight Hour Courses: (made up of two 4 hour classes) $26 Wednesday, Sept. 13 (part 1 of 2) 12-4 pm Thursday, Sept. 14 (part 2 of 2 ) 12-4 pm
Introducing a New Card Group! Hand & Foot Card Group NEW
Hand & Foot is a card game played between two-to-six players, that uses multiple decks of cards. It is similar to Canasta and very fun and social. Come and learn to play! We will start with 1/2 hour of instruction each week and then begin playing at 9:30. Fridays 9 am #1401-F17 $.50 at the door Begins Sept. 22. Please register in advance.
THOMPSON PARK ACTIVITY CENTER PRESENTS THE ANNUAL
Waffle
Breakfast!
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8 9 AM - 1 PM
Tickets - $9 Children under 5 eat FREE! TICKETS ON SALE NOW AT TPAC
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PROJECTS
Keeping in Touch Project
Thompson Park Activity Center offers many things to many people: education, resources, humanities courses, creative outlets and a place to socialize. An underlying value within these opportunities is the relationships and connections participants make with each other. Barbra Streisand said it best: ” People, people who need people, are the luckiest people in the world.” People connect because of shared interests and values. We know that our lives are enriched because of our friends, including the friends we’ve met at Thompson Park. Often, when we don’t see a familiar face for awhile, we wonder why. Maybe you are one of the people we’ve been missing. To help keep our connections with each other, we are working on a way to keep in touch. If you are wondering how a missing friend is or if you know someone who would appreciate hearing from us, please stop by the desk at TPAC and pick up a card for your friend. We will make sure it is mailed. If you haven't been able to attend a class or event at TPAC for any reason, please give us a call and let us know how you are. Keeping In Touch is sponsored by Umbrella Projects.
Support TPAC at this tasty event! Call 651-403-8300 to be a vendor or to add something to the craft fair. THOMPSON TIMES - September - October 2017
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Trips & Tours General Trip Information ◆◆ All
adults are welcome on any trip or tour. ◆◆ Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled trip departure and check in. ◆◆ Check-in will take place in TPAC. After everyone is checked in, we will board the bus as a group. ◆◆ No refunds will be issued after the registration deadline. ◆◆Trip registration closes when maximum numbers are reached or at registration deadline. ◆◆ You are required to provide your own assistance due to any mobility issues.
All TPAC trips are fragrance free. Board the bus at the center where you made your reservation.
Octagon Victorian House at Christmas
This unusual eight-sided house, located in Hudson, Wisconsin, was built in 1855 and has recently been beautifully restored. It was home to Judge John Moffat who came to Hudson from New York. It is furnished with artifacts and antiques from early life in the St. Croix Valley. The Octagon House will be decorated for Christmas, both inside and out, including the carriage house. It is truly a marvelous sight to see. The tour includes a holiday buffet at Lake Elmo Inn.
Tuesday, Dec. 19 Depart TPAC at 10:30 am / Return at 3 pm Cost: $72.00 includes transportation/lunch/tour Register by Tuesday, Nov. 21.
State Capitol Tour
Begin with an arrival at The St. Paul Hotel, Minnesota’s Landmark Hotel, before enjoying the Sideboard Luncheon Buffet at M St. Café located inside. After lunch, walk across the street and preview historic Rice Park, the center stage for the Saint Paul Winter Carnival. Finally, arrive at the Minnesota State Capitol and partake in a 45-minute guided tour highlighting the massive restoration and overview of Capitol history, art and state government. Friday, Jan. 26 Depart TPAC at 10:30 am / Return 3:45 pm Cost: $63.00 includes transportation/lunch/tour Register by Friday, Dec. 18.
“FOREVER ELVIS”
Enjoy “Forever Elvis” at the Paramount Theatre in St. Cloud. Elvis tribute artist Art Kistler and the EP Boulevard Show Band have catapulted this classic, popular entertainment genre to an entirely new level in a performance titled – “Forever Elvis: The Spirit Lives!” complete with dazzling, authentic costumes and a wide variety of timeless, classic tunes. Art Kistler is a formally trained vocalist and recording artist and has performed all over the USA and internationally. He respectfully recreates illusions of the look, signature moves, energy and powerful sounds of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. The trip includes lunch at Ciatti’s Ristorante. Tuesday, Feb. 14th Depart TPAC 9:30 am / Return 5 pm Cost: $75 includes transportation/lunch/tour Register by Monday, Jan. 8, 2018.
TIS designates trips with the Thompson Park Activity Center, Inver Grove Heights and South St. Paul Older Adult Programs.
TAKE A TRIP OF A LIFETIME Join Thompson Park Activity Center and Landmark Tours in an inclusive air/motorcoach vacation. Specializing in North America trips. Call Landmark Tours at 651-490-5408 or pick up catalog at TPAC. “Landmark Tour Trips are so inclusive that there’s nothing for you to do but ENJOY! My husband and I have taken twelve Landmark Tours and we are already talking about our 2018 plans." ~ Kathy Haak
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Registration Policies Registrations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis.
Cancellations You will be notified by phone and given a refund if TPAC cancels a class or activity.
Refunds No refunds are given seven days prior to an activity, or after the "Register By" date, for trips or tours. There is a $10 cancellation charge per person per trip/activity for any eligible activity or trip.
Scholarships Partial scholarships for some classes may be available, call 651-403-8302.
TPAC E-NEWS!
To receive monthly e-mails about TPAC's activities and upcoming events, stop by the front desk or call 651-403-8300 and share your e-mail address with us!
Ways to Register
ONLINE Visit tridistrict.thatscommunityed.com and click on Activities-Older Adult. This secure site is available 24/7 and accepts Visa, MasterCard & Discover. If you would like assistance registering, stop by our computer lab on Mondays or Wednesdays between 9-11 a.m.
PHONE Call with Credit Card information, 651-403-8300. BY MAIL or IN PERSON 1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul, MN 55118 Office hours - 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday - Friday
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Advisory Council
President - Tom Johnson Vice President - Bob Doffing Secretary - Joyce Wahlquist Treasurer - Judy Murray
Members
Roseanne Byrne, John Lally, Joan Miller, Mike Myhre, Ann Wederspahn, Bob Sailstad and Joyce Patten
Next Meeting Thursday, Sept. 28, at 10 am If you plan to attend, please call 651-403-8300.
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Thank you to all our Contributors! Total Donations to Date: $2,203 Goal by June 30, 2018: $12,000
We count on your support to offer many different classes and activities. If you have questions about making a donation, please call TPAC at 651-403-8300. Your donations are tax deductible; please ask for a receipt when donating.
Mary Ann Adrian Bill & Evaughn Anderson Corrine Bergstrom Monica Bieter Len Bohrer Beverly Bruber Audrey Brucker George & JoAnne Droubie Marion Dyczkowski Joseph Gardner
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Jerry Geis Gerald Hoffman Lucille Johnson Karen Jorgensen Geraldine Kagan Sharon Kennedy Mark Kirchner Jeanne Michaud Terry Rief Janice P Sheldon Carolyn M Stromvall
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Our Generous Contributors as of Aug. 14, 2017
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Ellie Breister David Byrne Sandy & Barry Cosgrove Tom Dzik Bill Eldredge
Carolyn Adams Alice Baier Mike & Janice Faust Joey Frost Bill & Mary Martin Joyce Patten Gary & Ann Wederspahn
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