Eden Prairie Senior Center News - Spring 2024

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WallofHappinessaSuccess!

Wehopethis“wallofhappiness”broughtyousomecheer!Thanks tothosewhoaddedtheirhappinesstothewall.Yourcontributions broughtjoytoeveryone!

Forevenmorejoy,jointheHappinessGroupthatmeetseveryfirst andthirdWednesdayofthemonth.

MayisSeniorAwarenessMonth!

SeniorAwarenessMonthisatimeto celebrateandacknowledgethemany contributionsandaccomplishmentsofolder adults,recognizeorganizationsthatserveolderadults,and enhancecommunityinvolvementacrossgenerations.TheCityof EdenPrairiehascelebratedSeniorAwarenessMonthsince1993.

LookfortheSeniorAwarenesslogothroughoutthisnewsletterto findavarietyofeventsthroughoutMaydedicatedtoSenior Awareness.

Note from Sue and Josh

Congratulations to our elected 2024–2025 Senior Advisory Council members Ken Berg (incumbent), Don Jacobson (incumbent), Beth Lapp (incumbent) and Mike Mirvis. They join Arlene Cohen, Jim Cragg, Brian Larson, Sylvia Peterson and Gayl Smith We’re looking forward to a great year!

Sue Bohnsack

SBohnsack@edenprairie org 952-279-8051 Stay

Josh Rockey

JRockey@edenprairie.org 952-279-8058

SPECIAL EVENTS

Monday,April29 | 1:30–3p.m. | Cost$5

Registrationcode373211 | RegistrationdeadlineApril25

Wearyourfunspringcolors!Aportionofthiseventissponsoredbythe EdenPrairieCommunityCenterFitnessTeam.

Friday,May31 | 1:30–3p.m. | Cost$5

Registrationcode373212 | RegistrationdeadlineMay28

Wearfloweryattire!AportionofthiseventissponsoredbySummit PlaceCampus.

Monday,June17 | 1:30–3p.m. | Cost$5

Registrationcode373213 | RegistrationdeadlineJune13

AnythingandeverythingSUMMERistheattireforthisevent.Aportion ofthiseventissponsoredbyMountOlivetAdultDayService

Trivia Hour

SPECIAL EVENTS

Bringabeveragetoenjoywhile challengingyourmindwithsometriviaquestions, videos,andbrainteasers.Thisfuneventisfilled withvariouslevelsofdifficultyandtriviacategories andfacts RegistrationdeadlineApril15

Day

Drug Take-Back Day

Removeunusedandunwanted drugsfromyourhome.TheEdenPrairiePolice DepartmentandDEANationalarehostingaDrug TakeBackday.Stopbythebackparkinglotofthe SeniorCentertodropyourunwanteditemsfor FREE!Noregistrationnecessary.

Day Date Time Cost

S April 27 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Free

BikingKick-OffEvent

Welcomebacktooutdoorbiking!Learnabout bikingandthebenefitsofstretchingandexercise beforeandafterbiking.YoucanorderOldSpokes T-shirtsatthisevent.Newridersarewelcome! RegistrationdeadlineMay3.

Shredyourunwantedorimportant paperstokeepyouridentitysafe.Twopaperbags perperson;nothree-ringbindersorplasticbags Allarewelcome Noneedtoregister;justdrive throughtheSeniorCenterbackparkinglot.Event isheldrainorshine.Pleasearriveafter10a.m.A portionofthiseventissponsoredbyHome Instead,ElimShores,LandmarkToursandSenior AdvisoryCouncil.Noregistrationnecessary. Day Date Time Cost

W May 8 10 a m –noon Free

Chat with the Chiefs

Meetandenjoyacupofcoffeewith

EdenPrairiePoliceChiefMattSackettandFire ChiefScottGerber.Theyprovideanoverviewof theirdepartments,answerquestionsandaddress concerns.RegistrationdeadlineMay13.

SPECIAL EVENTS

andchicken!LearnhowtheEPPDandEPFDserve seniorsinourcommunity SponsoredbyRE/MAX andElimShores.RegistrationdeadlineMay8.

Day Date Time Cost Code

W May15 4:30–6p.m. $12 371208

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

Tryyourhandinafriendlycompetition ofcompletingajigsawpuzzle!

Signupasagroupofnomorethan4orasan individualtobeplacedonateam.Everyteamhas 2hourstocompletethesame500-piecepuzzle Prizesareawardedtoteamswiththemost completepuzzle.Bringyourkidsorgrandkids; intergenerationalteamsareencouraged!Please arrivenolaterthan4:45p.m.Registration deadlineMay23.

Day Date

Th June 6 5–7:15 p m

WineClub

Gatherwithlike-minded,wine-lovingpeopleto tasteandlearnaboutwines.ThisWineClubis informativeandfun!Registrationdeadlineone weekbeforeevent.

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Party ardenG

Stroll through the beautiful gardens during this annual Senior Center Garden Party. Enjoy custard, chocolate brownies and many toppings. Back by popular demand: announcer Josh Rockey and minnow races! Live music by the Eden Prairie Community Band Wind Ensemble.

Thursday, June 27 2–3:30 p.m.

Senior Center Gardens

Registration code 371203

Registration deadline June 20

8950 Eden Prairie Road FREE!

Minnow racers from 2023 Garden Party

DriverSafety4-HourRefresher

Ifyou'vetakenthestate-approved8-hourcourse, youcanrenewwiththis4-hourcourse Registration deadlineoneweekbeforeclassbegins.

DriverSafety8-HourCourse

Thisprogramisdesignedtorefineexistingskillsand developsafe,defensivedrivingtechniques Ifyou're 55yearsorolder,completionofthiscoursequalifies youfora10%discountonyourautoinsurance premium.Registrationdeadlineoneweekbefore classbegins.

Device Loaner Program

The Senior Center lends computer tablets and laptops for up to three weeks When checked out, Senior Community Services staff are available at the Senior Center or at your home

LIFELONG LEARNING

Leaveone,takeone!You'llnever runoutofpuzzleswhenyoutake advantageofthepuzzleexchange intheSeniorCenterlibrary Puzzle Exchange

Explore Health and Medications

A Guided Discussion with a Geriatric Pharmacist

Join us for an enlightening session with Geriatric Pharmacist Patty Doyle Learn to navigate the complexities of health and medications, medication interactions and over-the-counter supplements to make informed health decisions. Leave with practical tips on managing medications effectively and common challenges faced by older adults.

Registration deadline April 17.

BuildingaCultureofKindness

Getanoverviewofresearchonthepowerful benefitsofbeingaltruistic Learnhowtouse randomactsofkindnessindividuallyandasa group.Thispositiveandpowerfulsessionleaves youfeelingencouragedandreadytoshareyour kindnesswithothers.RegistrationdeadlineApril21.

Learn to Play Mahjongg

Mahjonggisagamefor2to4playersthatuses152 tilesbasedonChinesecharactersandsymbols. Theaimistobethefirstplayertogetacomplete hand.Learntherulesandstrategiestothegame Eachparticipanthastheoptiontopurchasethe officialNationalMahjonggLeaguecardforan additional$15.RegistrationdeadlineApril11.

Bridge Book 4: Commonly Used Conventions

Expandyourknowledgeofthemostcommon conventionsinbridgetoimproveyourgame.Must havecompletedBooks1,2and3.Instructoris MignonNearmyer.RegistrationdeadlineApril26.

LIFELONG LEARNING

Preplanning Seminar

Learnhowplanningforyourfinal wishesmayshieldyourfamilyfromunnecessary emotionalandfinancialburden.Sponsorand presenterWashburn-McReavydiscusseswritingan obituary,pre-arrangements,veteranbenefits, cremation,burialsandmore.Doyourselfandyour familyafavorbygettingthingsinordernow. RegistrationdeadlineMay3.

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 June 22.

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explainshow,evenifyouarehealthyandrelatively young,gettingyourdocumentsinordernow benefitsyourfamilyinthefuture.Thereistimefor QandAonanyestateplanningtopic.Registration deadlineMay15.

Click to Explore

Embarkonavirtualjourneywiththisclassroom sessionof“clicktoexploreAlaska!”Learnhowto exploresightsandcitiessafelyonline.Duringthis session,theinstructorusesSoldotna,Sewardand Homerasexamplesofcitiesyoucanexplorewitha clickofyourfingers.Learnhelpfultipstokeepyou safeasyoubrowsetheweb.Youarewelcometo bringadevicetobrowseduringtheclassorjustsit backandobserve RegistrationdeadlineJune7

Day

M June 10 1:30–2:45 p.m. Free 371238

Painting with Pastels

Watercolor Painting

Natural Fabric Dying

Weaving on a Loom - Coasters

Stained Glass with Tissue Paper

Flower Pounding

Painting the Senior Center Gardens with Alcohol Inks

Theseweeklyeventsaredrop-inactivities–everyoneiswelcome! *Activityrequiresexperience Fordescriptionsanddetails,visitedenprairie.org/SeniorCenterorpickupaflyerfromtheSeniorCenter

Location:SeniorCenterCommunityRoom

FITNESS

Cost:FREEforCommunityCentermembers; nonmemberspay$7atthedoor.

SilverSneakers® Classic

Tuesdays,Thursdays,8:30–9:15a.m.

Tai Chi

Tuesdays, 9:30–10:30 a.m.

SilverSneakers® Yoga

Thursdays,9:30–10:15a.m.

Eden Prairie Community Center

At the Community Center, our state-of-the-art facilities, recreation programs and fitness activities are designed to help you Live Well.

Walking Club

May–September

Wednesdays,5:30p.m. (Free)

EdenPrairieparks

Visitedenprairie.org/Walkforschedule

October-April

Wednesdays,4:30p.m. (Free)

EdenPrairieCenter(meetoutsideHallmark)

8251FlyingCloudDrive

Biking Groups

OldSpokes

Tuesdays

OldSpokesisagroupthatridesapproximately10 milesperhourfor20–25milesround-trip,with differentrouteseachweek Thisgroupstopsfora lunch/restbreakduringeachtrip.

ShortSpokes

Thursdays

Lookingforashorter,slower-pacedride,thisisthe bicyclinggroupforyou Thisgroupbikesabout10–15milesonlocalrouteswithinthewestmetro,ata paceaveraging8–10milesperhour.

CalltheSeniorCentertosignupforweekly emailswithdetailedinformation.

SeeBikingKick-Offinformationonpage3.

Strike up the Band A Military Salute

Tuesday, July 2 6:30 p.m. Staring Lake Amphitheatre

Free outdoor concert with the Eden Prairie Community Band and Prairie Ramblers Jazz Band playing some of your favorite classics. Local veterans and active military are our special guests as we salute their service. Bring a chair or blanket and wear your most patriotic red, white and blue Summertime food and beverages available for purchase, or bring your own.

Wednesday. July 4 at Round Lake Park

MUSIC, FOOD AND

FIREWORKS

EDEN PRAIRIE HOMETOWN CELEBRATION 2024

TRIPS

For all trips:

Please indicate any special physical needs at time of registration.

New destination ideas welcome! If past the registration deadline, call us to check availability.

PlymouthPlayhouse:

‘TilBethDoUsPart

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DaytrippersTheatrepresentsthisside-splitting rompaboutmarriageandcareersaswemeetthe Haydens,acouplewhobothworkanddecidethey needanassistanttohelpputthehouseinorder Theyhireahighlymotivated,gregarious southernernamedBeth.Throwinacoupleof wisecrackingbestfriendsandaBritishBossLady andyoudiscoverthehazardsofhiringanassistant canbehilarious.Enjoyalunchofslicedturkey breast,Swedishmeatballsorvegetarianfettuccini alfredobeforetheshow.Registrationdeadline April12

SeniorHousingTour andLunch

Bookyourseatonthiseducationaltour aroundEdenPrairieandseewhateachsenior housingbuildingoffers.Theitineraryincludes scheduledfacilitytoursandviewingofseveral otherlocationsalongtheroute Transportation, lunchandtoursincluded.Registrationdeadline May29.

Let'sGoFishing

Thisnon-profitorganizationallowsseniorsand veteranstoexperiencethejoyofbeingonthe water.Joinusandseewhatit’sallabout!Gatherat theSeniorCenterandridetoRileyLakeforafully accessibleboatrideandopportunityforfishing Equipmentandlifejacketsareprovided.Theboat ridelaststwohours.Wearahatandsunscreenand bringyourownbeverage.Optionaldonationsto “Let’sGoFishing”areacceptedattheboat.Bus leavesfromandreturnstotheSeniorCenter Registrationdeadlineoneweekbeforeeventdate.

CarlosCreekWinery

Enjoy a trip to one of Minnesota’s largest grape vineyards, Carlos Creek Winery The trip includes lunch of either walleye sandwich or chicken at Pike & Pint in Alexandria. While at the winery, tour the vineyards and production area to learn how the second-generation, family-owned winery produces uniquely delicious fine and signature wines Please be prepared to walk a mile or so on this tour Following the tour, you can sample the ‘pick of the month’ offerings and purchase wine before boarding the bus. Registration deadline April 15.

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TRIPS

OsceolabyTrain

BoardtheOsceola&St.CroixValley Railwayforatripbackintimeto1948asyouride fromOsceolatoMarineonSt.Croix.Travelhighon thebluffsandenjoythebeautifulwoodlandsfullof wildlifeinthebackwaters CrosstheSt CroixRiver onaswingbridgethatonceopenedtoletthe steamboatspassthrough.Anonboardboxlunch includesaturkeysandwich,chips,cookieand beverage.ShopatBassLakeCheeseFactoryafter thetrainride.Firstestablishedin1918,thisfamily ownedandrunfactoryhasavarietyofcheesesand otherproductsforpurchase.Registrationdeadline May20.

TaylorsFallsBoatCruise

DepartforscenicTaylorsFallsonthe St.CroixRiver.Since1906thousandsoftourists haveenjoyedthescenicbeautyandawe-inspiring viewsoftheSt.Croixriver.Thecrewofthe authenticpaddlewheelboatnarratesasyoucruise throughuniquerockformationsandlearnabout thenativetribeswhoreveredtheland.Hearabout thetrappers‘journeysincanoesandtheearly settlers‘riversidetowns Anonboardboxlunch includesaturkeysandwichwithsides.Returnto thedockbeforeheadingtoSproutingOut(formerly Eichten’sCheeseShop&Deli)foraward-winning cheese,bisonmeatproductsandspecialtygifts. Pleasearriveat8:45a.m.toboardthebus. Accommodationsareavailableforaccessibility. RegistrationdeadlineJune17.

Schell‘sBreweryandNewUlm

SpendadayinNewUlm,theBavariancapitaloftheMidwest!AlocalguidewillboardthebusforatourofNew Ulmincludinghistoricdowntown,HermanMonument,andthehomesofGovernorJohnLindandauthor WandaGag ThehighlightofthetourisanoonperformanceoftheGlockenspielMusicalClockTower Have lunchatKaiserhoffRestaurant;selectyourmealwhenyouregister.ThenenjoyawalkingtouroftheAugust SchellBrewery,thesecondoldestfamily-ownedbreweryinAmerica.Toenjoythetour,visitorsneedtowalkor standformorethananhour.Visitthegiftstore,museumandbeautifulgardensaswellastheRathskellerTap Roomforabeersampling.Pleasearrivenolaterthan8a.m.toboardthebus.RegistrationdeadlineJuly21.

Th Aug.22 8:15a.m.–5p.m $99 371310

ONGOING ACTIVITIES AND RESOURCES

FootCare

Registerednursesprovidesupportiveandcaring footcare.Payatyourappointment.

HappyFeet

Mondays,byappointment

Call763-346-3390

SparklingFeet

FirstThursdayofthemonth,byappointment

Call952-204-9406orvisitsparklingfeetrn.com

HappinessGroup

FirstandthirdWednesdayofthemonth,2p.m.

Socializewithothersandmeetnewpeopleaswe navigatethepathofadulthoodtoelderhood Groupdiscussionscovertopicsonchoices, courageandcuriosities.

Lunch and Chat

FourthWednesdayofthemonth,12:15p.m. Champps,8010GlenLane,EdenPrairie Noneedtoregister;justshowup!

SeniorsGetSocial

FirstandthirdWednesdays,4–5p.m. Learnmoreaboutyourcellphone,texting, voicemail,email,photos,videocallsandmore! ThisprogramisinpartnershipwithEden PrairieHighSchoolstudents.Homevisitsarealso availablethroughSeniorCommunityServices. Laptopavailableforcheckout.Registerfora 30-minutetimeslotusingcode379281.

Wednesday Book Club

SecondWednesdayofthemonth,10–11:30a.m.

April10 May8 June12 “LastSummeronStateStreet” byToyaWolfe

“TheExtraordinaryLifeofanOrdinary Man”byPaulNewman

“TheSentence”byLouiseErdich

ThursdayBookClub

ThirdThursdayofthemonth,10–11:30a.m. April18 “AmericanFire"byMonicHesse May16 “TheShack”byWilliamYoung June20 “NothingMoreDangerous” byAllenEskens

LowVisionInformationGroup

LowVisionisdefinedaseyesightwithout20/20 vision Gatherwithotherswhoareexperiencing thesamevisionlossasyou.Knowingwhat resourcesareavailableforyou,yourfriendsand otherlovedonesiskeytogettingthehelpyou need.LedbyVisionLossResources.Registration deadlinetwodaysbeforeeachsession

Day Dates Time Cost Code

W April 24, May 22, June 26 1–2:30 Free 3711219

ONGOING ACTIVITIES AND RESOURCES

Room Rentals

Host your meetings, parties and outings at the Senior Center! Bring your own food and beverages. Call 952-279-8050 to book your private room or get more information.

Investing Insights

Second Thursday of each month, 1–3 p.m.

Call or e-mail the Senior Center for more information.

Medicare Counseling

Third Thursday of each month

Schedule one-on-one, in-person or phone appointment to help enroll in or navigate Medicare or supplemental health insurance policies Call 800-333-2433 or visit trellisconnects.org to make an appointment

Caregiver Support Group

Third Thursday of each month 3–4:30 p.m. Call 952-934-3370 to register.

Red Hat Group – Crimson Chapeaux

Second Friday of each month, 9:30 a.m.

Original Pancake House, Eden Prairie

Contact Barbara Felker at dollroom@sprynet.com or 952-929-2813 to reserve a spot.

A complete list of community resources is available at the Senior Center or online at edenprairie.org/SeniorResources

Senior Community Services

H.O.M.E.–indoorandoutdoorchoreassistance. 952-746-4046orhome@seniorcommunity.org

Socialworkerassistancewithmostseniorneeds. 952-934-3370orl.eiden@seniorcommunity.org

CareNextion.org–Freeonlinetoolthathelps caregiverscoordinateandconnectwithloved ones.

SeniorLinkAgeLine–Healthinsurance counseling.

800-333-2433ormetroaging.org

Community Woodshop

Monday–Friday, 8:30a.m.–4p.m.

City

8950

952-279-8050

TTY: 952-949-8399

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of Eden Prairie does not

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

its programs, activities and services.