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October 2025
Mary Ann Young Center
9150 Central Avenue NE Blaine, MN 55434
Contact MAYC Staff
763-786-9375
MAYC@BlaineMN.gov
Monday - Friday, 8:30AM to 4PM
Mission Statement
To enrich the lives of older adults by providing educational, recreation, nutritional, social, informational, and volunteer opportunities in a relaxed, friendly environment.
Stay Connected
Are you on our email and phone list? Call 763-786-9375 to make sure MAYC staff have your most recent contact information. Follow or like BlaineParksMN on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. BlaineMN.gov/MAYC
Celebrate Oktoberfest at the MAYC
Join us for a lively week of fall fun as we celebrate Oktoberfest together! Enjoy seasonal treats, games, and plenty of gemütlichkeit - that’s German for good cheer! Wear your autumn colors—or even your best lederhosen or dirndl - for added festive spirit.
Monday, October 20, 1pm - Prize/Nickel Bingo Prize/Nickel Bingo with Good Neighbor rules.
Tuesday, October 21, 1pm - 500 Card Tournament 500 Card Tournament, register by Monday, October 20.
Wednesday, October 22, 11am - Oktoberfest Social Oktoberfest Social with root beer, pretzels, and fun games. Thursday, October 23, 1pm - Cribbage Tournament Cribbage Tournament, register by Monday, October 20. Gather your friends, raise a (root) beer, and let us toast the celebration of fall, good company and a joyful season!
Meet MAYC's Basketmaking Expert
Meet Frances Shirley
The Mary Ann Young Center basketmaking group is led by Frances Shirley. After retiring it only made sense for Frances to share her love of basketmaking with others. Over the past five years several baskets made at MAYC have won top awards at the Minnesota State Fair. Everyone is welcome to join the basketmaking group to try out this craft. It is surprisingly easy and fun to do, especially with the friendly group of creative folks who gather together at MAYC the second and forth Mondays at 10AM. There is a mixture of beginner and expert basket makers working at their own pace, and all are willing to share their techniques. There are no two baskets the same with uniqueness ranging from practical to artistic. All tools and supplies are provided, with a small fee for your personal basket supplies. Come to join in on the fun.
Upcoming Trips & Travel
Chanhassen Theater–
Irving Berlin’s White
Christmas and Lunch
Wednesday, November 5
9:45am–4:30pm, $120
Come along with us to see Irving Berlin's White Christmas, an uplifting, wholesome musical that will delight audiences of all ages. Lunch is included. Dessert and alcoholic beverages are on your own.
Sidekick Theater -
Christmas Carol and Lunch
Tuesday, December 2
9:45am-4:30pm, $100
Lunch is served before the show, the show is a wonderful, fresh look at the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and the ghostly visits he receives one Christmas Eve.
Bentleyville OvernightAmerica’s Largest Free WalkThrough Lighting Display
Monday, November 24, 1pm through Tuesday, November 25, 2pm
Price includes transportation, dinner and hotel - $200 per person double occupancy, $280 single occupancy. Over 5 million lights in a 20-acre park situated on the shores of Lake Superior, while enjoying complimentary hot cocoa, cookies, popcorn and roasted marshmallows! This is an overnight trip with accommodation at The Suites Hotel in Canal Park. Call 763-717-4043 to register by September 22.
For questions and to register, call 763-786-9375 or visit
BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister
Program Spotlights
Macrame
Tuesdays, October 14 and 28, 2pm
Macramé is a form of textile produced using knotting. Come learn a new skill or start a new fun project. No experience needed.
Creative Corner
Thursdays, 1:30pm
Need a quiet, open, sunny, clean, and friendly space to work on your creative projects. The oak room is available during creative corner to work on your creative projects. Bring in your painting, sewing, woodcarving, jewelry making, knitting, quilting, or scrapbooking projects.
Educational Programs
Which Trust is Right For You?
Tuesday, October 7, 10:30am, free
A trust may be a good choice depending on the needs of your loved ones and your estate planning goals. Learn how trusts protect and pass down assets differently than a will and the options they provide in how your loved ones receive their inheritance that may better protect the assets, now and in the future. Great for families with cabins, anticipated long-term care costs, dependents with special needs, or loved ones with financial or addiction issues.
Home Inspections
Thursday, October 9, 10:30am, free
Realtor Renee Miller-Trella, along with a professional home inspector, can help you with what home inspectors really focus on and what they might be silently critiquing with the top 10 issues that can make or break your home inspection!
King of the Cowboys
Wednesday, October 15, 10am, free
In this class from Movie Man Eric Houston, you will see how the western developed and meet all of its biggest stars. From silent heroes like Tom Mix, to singing cowboys like Roy Rogers, to big screen tough guys like Randolph Scott and John Wayne, you will meet all of the larger-than-life heroes who at one time or another have been called the King of the Cowboys.
Cooking with Glo
Friday, October 17, 1:30-3pm, $26
Enjoy cooking? Interested in learning how to prepare new and tasty recipes? Look no further. Glo has traveled much of the world and would like to share her culinary experiences with you.
Rum River Art Class - Watercolor
Tuesday, October 28, 1-3pm, $25
Fall favorites ready for you to paint. Learn techniques, build painting skills, and get inspired to create. All levels of experience welcome and all materials provided. Join us for all the fun!
For questions and to register, call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister
Movie of the Month: Karate Kid - Legends
Thursday, October 30, 1pm, free
The next Karate Kid film is titled Karate Kid: Legends, and it features Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio reprising their roles as Mr. Han and Daniel LaRusso, respectively, alongside new lead Ben Wang as a character named Li Fong. The movie, which is a sequel to both the 2010 film and the Cobra Kai series, follows Li Fong, a kung fu prodigy who moves to New York City and is trained by both Mr. Han and Daniel.
See this flick on our large screen TV with overhead speakers. Popcorn served at a brief intermission. For questions and to register, call 763-786-9375 or visit
It's Time for the MAYC Jewelry Sale
Tuesday, October 7, 8:30am-4pm
All Proceeds go to MAYC Programming
One day only sale! Stop by to see this sparkling selection of beautiful jewelry at unbeatable prices. Do not miss this opportunity to add a little extra shine to your collection. The perfect jewels, whether for you or someone special can be found to suit every style at this MAYC fundraiser. Come early for the best selection—these treasures will not last long!
Wellness Programs
Cub Pharmacy Shot Clinic
Monday, October 6, 9-11am
Cub Pharmacy Blaine will administer free COVID-19 shots and regular/high dosage flu shots. Also offered includes pneumonia, tetanus, shingles, and RSV shots for those eligible (additional copays may apply).
Building a Strong Immune System
Friday, October 10, 10am, free
Your overall health, productivity, and happiness are closely tied to the strength of your immune system. Uncover foods and natural solutions to get your immune system in tip-top condition.
Fall Prevention
Monday, October 13, 10:30am, free
Gain awareness and practical tips to reduce the risk of falls at home and in the community. Learn about common fall hazards, how aging affects balance and mobility, and easy modifications to improve safety.
For more information and questions, call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYC
Featured Resources
ACCAP Chores and More
763-783-4767
Help with minor home repairs, housekeeping and seasonal chores.
ACCAP Senior Outreach Worker
Patty Marz - 763-783-4741
Assistance with food support, housing, health care programs, energy assistance, and more.
Meals on Wheels
763-236-8718
Provides meals to individuals at home who are unable to purchase or prepare their own meals.
Medicare Counseling In-Person
Appointments
Wednesdays, October 1 and 22, 10am, 11:15am, and 12:30pm, free
Trellis partners with the Minnesota Board on Aging to provide targeted services and outreach through the Senior LinkAge Line. Get your Medicare questions answered with one on one appointments. Indicate that you wish to meet at the Mary Ann Young Center. Reach out at, TrellisConnects.org/get-help/medicare/ or by calling 1-800-333-2433 for an appointment.
Metro Mobility
651-602-1111
Shared ride public transportation service for certified riders who are unable to use regular fixed-route buses due to a disability or health condition. Trips are provided for any purpose.
Minnesota Aging Pathways
1-800-333-2433
Link to senior services.
Resources and Brochures Available at the MAYC
Looking for some local information on a topic of interest? There is a large variety of resources available on the display rack behind the front desk of the MAYC. Topics include but are not limited to home health care, senior housing guidebook, help with moving, caregiving, store to door grocery delivery, senior companion program, senior law project, outpatient therapy, pulmonary rehabilitation, affordable prescription medication, and more. These resources are provided as a courtesy to local community organizations as possible reference material and are not specifically endorsed by MAYC staff.
For more information and questions, call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYC
Upcoming MAYC Celebrations
Wheel of Fortune
Thursday, October 9, 1pm, free
Come for the laughs, stay for the friendly competition, and celebrate the month with related puzzles to solve.
Liver and Onions
Thursday, October 16, noon
There is a waitlist but sign up so we can reach out if spots open up. If you are registered and cannot attend please call to remove your name so others can enjoy. This specialty lunch includes homemade liver and onions, mashed potatoes, vegetables, bread, and a cookie. The alternate entrée is a beef patty in mushroom gravy.
Birthday Luncheon
Wednesday, October 29, 11am, $5
Celebrate each month in unique and fun ways with MAYC friends each month. The fun starts at 11AM with entertainment by The Resistors and lunch is served at NOON.
Halloween Luncheon
Friday, October 31, 11am, $5 Halloween fun starting at 11AM, costume contest at 11:30AM and lunch is served at NOON.
Friends of MAYC
Thursday, November 6, 2pm, free
Weigh in on programs and offerings for our local seniors here at the Mary Ann Young Center.
Advanced registration is required, call MAYC staff at 763-786-9375
Please call to cancel when unable to attend so others on the waitlist may be added.
Thinking of You
Many well wishes for a speedy recovery to:
• Elaine Cook
• Nancy Elkington
• Donna Henrickson
Our sympathy goes out to the families who recently experienced the loss of a loved one:
• Gerda Goodrich, frequent diner.
• Sue McClanahan- survived by her husband Vern, MAYC bus driver.
October Activities Calendar
Schedule Dining Menu provided by VOA
2nd Sunday of the month, 2-4pm North Metro Woodcarving Association Meetings
MAYC Programming
Advanced registration is required, call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister
MAYC Meals
Meals are served at noon for a suggested donation of $5 for those age 60+ and $8 for those under age 60.
9AM Cub Pharmacy Shot Clinic
10AM Learn Pinochle
10:30AM Sing Along
12:30 Beg Ukulele
1PM Blainebrook Bowling
1PM Int Pinochle
1PM Int Ukulele
1PM Nickel Bingo
1PM Pegs and Jokers
1:15PM Fitness Class
3PM Ping Pong
Roasted Chicken w Honey
Balsamic Glaze, Rice Risotto, Mixed Vegetables, Wheat Bread/Butter, Tropical Fruit, Chefs Choice Bar
9:30AM Tech Lab
10:30AM Fall Prevention
10AM Basket Making
10AM Learn Pinochle
12:30 Beg Ukulele
1PM Blainbrook Bowling
1PM Int Pinochle
1PM Int Ukulele
1PM Nickel Bingo
1PM Pegs and Jokers
1:15PM Fitness Class
3PM Ping Pong
6PM Garden Club
Meatloaf w Ketchup Glaze, Mashed Potatoes, Brown Gravy, Peas w Carrots, Dinner Roll/Butter, Lemon Bar
10AM Learn Pinochle
12:30 Beg Ukulele
1PM Blainbrook Bowling
1PM Int Pinochle
1PM Int Ukulele
1PM Nickel/Prize Bingo
1PM Pegs and Jokers
1:15PM Fitness Class
8AM-4PM Jewelry Sale
9AM Wii Bowling League
10AM Learn 500 Cards
10:30AM Which Trust is Right For You?
11AM Fun Wii Bowling
1PM Int 500 Cards
1:15PM Fitness Class 7PM Woodcarving Group
9:30AM Skating Fogerty
10AM Chanhassen Theater Bus
10AM Learn 500 Cards
1PM Hand & Foot
1PM Mah Jongg 1PM Woodcarving Group
9AM Senior Companion
9:30AM Skating Fogerty 10AM Caregiver Support Group
1PM Hand & Foot
1PM Mah Jongg 1PM Woodcarving Group
8AM-4PM Foot Care 9:30AM Bridge Cards
10AM Line Dancing
1PM Fun Wii Bowling
1:15PM Fitness Class
1:30-3:30PM Creative Corner
Beef Tacos, Cilantro Lime Rice, Corn, Mandarin Oranges, Flour Tortillas, Churros, Shredded Cheese, Taco Sauce Packet
9AM Wii Bowling League 10AM Learn 500 Cards 11AM Fun Wii Bowling 11AM Legal Service 1PM Int 500 Cards 1:15PM Fitness Class 2PM Macrame 7PM Woodcarving Group
BBQ Pulled Pork On a Bun, Potato Wedges, Coleslaw, Chocolate Chip Cookie ALT: BBQ Chicken
3PM Ping Pong 9AM Stillwater Trip Bus at Mounds View
9AM Wii Bowling League 10AM Learn 500 Cards 10:30AM Modern Estate Planning
11AM Fun Wii Bowling 1PM Int 500 Card Tournament
1:15PM Fitness Class 7PM Woodcarving Group
Baked Pollock In Creamy Garlic Sauce, Roasted Potatoes, Green Beans, Multigrain Bread/Butter, Fruit Cocktail ALT: Roasted Chicken
Sign up for Lunches for next month
9:30AM Skating Fogerty
10AM King of the Cowboys
1PM Hand & Foot
1PM Mah Jongg
1PM Woodcarving Group
8:45AM Defensive Driving
10AM Line Dancing
10:30AM Home Inspections
1PM Fun Wii Bowling
1PM Wheel of Fortune
Call ahead for Medicare Appts
9AM Beg Ukulele 9-11AM Billiards
10AM Learn Cribbage
10AM Int Ukulele
1PM Blainbrook Bowling 1PM Int Cribbage 1PM Scrabble
10AM Basket Making
10AM Learn Pinochle
12:30PM Beg Ukulele
1PM Blainbrook Bowling
1PM Int Pinochle
1PM Int Ukulele
1PM Nickel Bingo
1PM Pegs and Jokers
1:15PM Fitness Class
3PM Ping Pong 9AM Wii Bowling League
10AM Learn 500 Cards
11AM Fun Wii Bowling
1PM Rum River Art Class
1PM Int 500 Cards
1:15PM
Cheese Roll up in Tomato Basil Sauce, Green Beans, Side Salad, Applesauce, Breadstick/ Butter, Italian Dressing Packet, Parmesan Cheese
Call ahead for Medicare Appts
9:30AM Skating Fogerty
10AM Caregiver Support Group
11AM Rootbeer Social 1PM Hand & Foot
1PM Mah Jongg 1PM Woodcarving Group
Korean BBQ Meatballs, Vegetable Lo Mein, Broccoli, Pineapple tidbits, Chefs Choice Cookie, Soy Sauce Packet
8AM-4PM Foot Care 9:30AM Bridge Cards 10AM Line Dancing 12PM Liver and Onions Luncheon
1PM Fun Wii Bowling
1:15PM Fitness Class
1:30PM Creative Corner
9-11AM Billiards
10AM Building a Strong Immune System
10AM Learn Cribbage
10AM Int Ukulele
1:15PM Fitness Class 1:30PM Creative Corner 9AM Beg Ukulele
1PM Blainbrook Bowling 1PM Int Cribbage 1PM Scrabble
Liver and onions, Mashed potatoes with gravy, vegetables, dinner roll and cookie Alt: Beef Patty
Sign up for Lunches for next month
9:30AM Bridge Cards 10AM Line Dancing 1PM Cribbage Tournament
1PM Fun Wii Bowling
1:15PM Fitness Class
1:30PM Creative Corner
9AM Beg Ukulele 9-11AM Billiards
10AM Learn Cribbage
10AM Int Ukulele
1PM Blainbrook Bowling
1PM Int Cribbage
1PM Scrabble
1:15PM Cooking with Glo
Wheat Bread/Butter
9AM Beg Ukulele
9-11AM Billiards
10AM Learn Cribbage
10AM Int Ukulele
11AM Novel Nook Book Club
1PM Blainbrook Bowling
1PM Int Cribbage
1PM Scrabble
ALT:
Chicken Fajita Omelet, Cheesy Potatoes, English Muffin, Jelly, Fruit Cocktail, Taco Sauce Packet, Sour Cream Packet
Italian Pasta Salad, Cucumber Ranch Salad, Dinner Roll/ Butter, Fresh Cut Fruit, Fudge Round Cookie ALT: Turkey Pasta Salad
Lemon Pepper Tilapia, Rice Pilaf, Carrots, Pineapple tidbits, Blonde Brownie, Tartar Sauce Packet ALT: Lemon Pepper Chicken
Chicken Wild Rice Casserole, Carrots, Dinner Roll/Butter, Diced Pears, Butterscotch Pudding w Whip Topping
Roasted Chicken in Cider Sauce, Roasted Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts, Tropical Fruit,
Chicken Egg Roll Bowl, White Rice, Stir Fry Vegetables, Diced Pears, Blonde Brownie’, Soy Sauce Packet
Beef Hot Dog on a Bun, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Diced Peaches, Ketchup/ Mustard Packets
Chicken Fajitas, Shredded Cheese, Seasoned Pinto Beans, Mexican Corn, Strawberry Applesauce, Flour Tortillas, Taco Sauce
Roast Pork in Balsamic Onion Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Dinner Roll/Butter, Oatmeal Raisin Cookie ALT: Roast Turkey
Crab Stuffed Pollock,Rice Pilaf, Broccoli, Mandarin Oranges, Banana Pudding w Whip Topping, Tartar Sauce Packet
Chicken Kiev
Meatballs in Swedish Sauce, Roasted Root Vegetable’s, Tropical Fruit, Wheat Bread/Butter, Brownie
Potato Wedges, Broccoli, Cornbread/Butter,
Beef Pot Roast, Mashed Potatoes, Brown Gravy, Green Beans, Dinner Roll/Butter, White Cake/White Frosting
Roasted Chicken in Creamy Garlic Rosemary Sauce, Rice, Peas w Pearl Onions, Multigrain Bread/Butter, Fruit Cocktail, Sugar Cookie
Cheeseburger on a Bun, Baked Beans, Mixed Vegetables, Diced Peaches, Ketchup/Mustard Packets