News from the Steeple Center - February 2023

News from the Steeple Center

New Winter Weather Policy

Startingin2023,theSteepleCenterwillclosewhenISD196(Rosemount,Apple Valley,Eagan)cancelsschoolforwinterweather. WhenISD196callsfora delayedstartorearlyreleasetotheschoolday,theSteepleCenterwillremain openwithnormalhours. Theoneexceptiontothispolicywillbeifschoolsare closedonaluncheonday,theSteepleCenterwillremainopenandtheluncheon willgoonasscheduled. Thisdecisionwasmadeintheinterestofsafetyandto helpavoidconfusionregardingwhetherornotthebuildingwillbeopen.

AARP Senior Tax Aide

Wednesdays, February 8 April 12

8:30am—1:30pm

APPOINTMENTS REQUIRED

WeareexcitedtobeabletoofferthisprogramattheSteepleCenteragain thisyear! Ifyouwouldliketomakeanappointment,pleasecontact RosemountParks&Recreationat651-322-6000duringbusinesshours (Monday-Friday,8am-4:30pm)startingonJanuary9thandleaveyourname andphonenumber.AnAARPTaxAidevolunteerwilllaterreachoutinthe orderwereceivedyourcalltoactuallyscheduleanappointmentandprovide pertinentinformationonwhichdocumentswillbeneeded.Pleaseallowtime forthevolunteertocontactyouanddonotcallParks&Recmultipletimesor seekanappointmentelsewherewhilewaiting.

National Hot Chocolate Day

Tuesday, January 31

11:00am-1:00pm

Cost: FREE!

Steeple Center Lobby

Escapethewinterbluesandcozyup nexttothefireplaceintheSteeple Centerlobbywherewewillbe celebratingNationalHotChocolateDay onJanuary31st! Wewillhaveahot chocolatebarsetup withfuntoppingsto choosefrom. Graba drinkandaboard gameandenjoythe afternoonatthe SteepleCenter!

Makers’ Showcase

Tuesday, January 31

11:00am-1:00pm Cost: FREE!

Steeple Center Lobby

DidyouknowthattheSteepleCenter hostssixseniorgroupsthatworkon creativeprojects? Theydoavariety ofactivitieslikequilting, woodcarving,watercolorpainting andneedlework. Youareinvitedto seesamplesofthesegroups’works andtochatwithgroupmembersat ourSteepleCenterMakers’ Showcase. Noregistrationis requiredtoattend. Wehopetosee youhereforafunafternoonoftreats, talkandterrificcreativeprojects.

THE STEEPLE CENTER

Welcome readers to the “News from the Steeple Center”, a publication for 55 plus/seniors in the Rosemount community. The Steeple Center houses the majority of the programs and events for those 55 plus. Programs are offered by the City of Rosemount Parks & Rec and the Rosemount Area Seniors.

Steeple Center Hours :

Monday-Thursday: 8:30am 3:30pm Friday: 8:30am-12pm

Evenings & Weekends: Based on Scheduled Events

To register for a Parks & Rec program:

• Register online at www.rosemountmn.gov/parks

• Mail a completed registration form and payment or drop it off at the Steeple Center during a program.

• Register in person at the Parks & Rec office located in the lower level of the Community Center.

ONGOING ACTIVITIES & SOCIAL CLUBS

Bridge Room 100

Mondays, 9 a.m.

Bring $0.50 for prize money

500 Room 100 Mondays, 12:30 p.m. Bring $0.50 for prize money

Bid Euchre Room 100 Tuesdays, 9 a.m. Bring $0.50 for prize money

Hearts Room 100

1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 1 p.m. Hand and Foot Room 100 2nd & 4th Tuesday, 1 p.m. Canasta Room 100 Wednesdays, 10 a.m.

Senior LinkAge Line

1-800-333-2433

Senior LinkAge Line is a free telephone information and referral service which makes it easy for older adults and their families to find community resources close to home.

HelpOlderAdultsMN.org

This searchable online tool helps to find services and other resources during the COVID-19 pandemic. Categories include: home-delivered meals, grocery and drug deliveries, care coordination and home care.

Transportation Services:

• 651-602-5465 Transit Link

• 651-602-1111 Metro Mobility

Bingo Room 100

3rd Wednesday, 1 p.m. Bring 6 quarters for prize money

Card Bingo Room 100

4th Wednesday of the month, 1 p.m. 3 nickels, 3 dimes, 3 quarters, $1 bill

Cribbage Room 100 Thursdays, 9 a.m.

Dominoes (Mexican Train) - Rm 100

2nd Wednesday of the month, 1 p.m. Bring 13 nickels

Double Pinochle Room 100 Thursdays, 12:30 p.m. Bring $0.50 for prize money

AREA SERVICES

DARTS

651-455-1560 General Service DARTS staff and volunteers can help with everything from household chores or accomplishing daily errands to enjoying the company of a visitor.

GAPP Transportation 952-953-9299

Provides transportation and medical transportation for people in Dakota County who are disabled or have no other mode of transportation available.

SNAP Outreach 651-307-9033

Second Harvest Heartland offers free programs to help ease your food budget.

Euchre Room 100

Fridays, 9 a.m.

Bring $0.50 for prize money

Needlework Group Room 202 Mondays, 1 p.m.

Open Painting Group-Room 202

1st, 2nd,4th Tuesdays, 10a.m. 3p.m.

Craft Club Room 202

3rd Tuesday of the month, 1 p.m. Puzzle & Book Exchange Open during building hours

Quilting Group Room 202

1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m. Woodcarving Club Room 202 Mondays & Fridays, 9 a.m.

Meals on Wheels

612-623-3363

Meals on Wheels offers weekday home delivery of nutritious, hot midday meals on a short or long-term basis.

Nutrition Assistance Program for Seniors (NAPS) 651-484-8241

Provides a free 35 lb box of food each month to qualifying seniors.

Help at Your Door 651-642-1892

Grocery delivery service orders can be placed over the phone or online. EBT payments/SNAP benefits are accepted. Sliding scale fee based on household size and income.

February 2023

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

10:00 Canasta 12:30 Quilting

2

9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga*

3

9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving

4 6

9:00 Bridge 9:00 Woodcarving 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 500 1:00 Needlework 1:00 Insurance Counseling

7

9:00 Bid Euchre 10:00 Open Painting 10:00 DrumFIT* 10:45 Blood Pressure Checks 11:30 Luncheon^ 1:00 Yoga* 1:00 Hearts

14

8

8:30 Tax Aide 10:00 Canasta 1:00 Dominoes

9

9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga*

10 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving

7:00 Elvis Tribute Concert**

15

16

17

18

11 13

9:00 Bridge 9:00 Woodcarving 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 500 1:00 Needlework

9:00 Bid Euchre 10:00 Open Painting 10:00 DrumFIT* 1:00 Yoga* 1:00 Hand & Foot

8:30 Tax Aide 10:00 Canasta 12:30 Quilting 1:00 Bingo

9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga*

9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 10:00 Book Club

11:30 “To Kill a Mockingbird” at Orpheum (2/19)* 20

STEEPLE CENTER CLOSED

21

9:00 Bid Euchre 9:00 Insurance Counseling 10:00 DrumFIT* 1:00 Hearts 1:00 Yoga* 1:00 Craft Club*

22 8:30 Tax Aide 9:00 Advisory Board Meeting 10:00 Canasta 1:00 Card Bingo

23

9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga*

24

9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 7:00 “Switched at Birth” Bluegrass Concert**

25 27

9:00 Bridge 9:00 Woodcarving 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 500 1:00 Needlework 1:00 Free Movie Monday

28 9:00 Bid Euchre 10:00 DrumFIT* 10:00 Open Painting 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga*

*Advanced registration required, see page 2 **RAAC Event, see page 7

^Pre-registration required. Drop off envelope in Drop Box, see page 4 Check Monitors and Room Schedules at the Steeple Center for Activity Locations!

Rosemount Area Seniors Information

Monthly Luncheon

Tuesday, February 7

RSVP Deadline: January 31

$13 for members/$15 for non-members

11:30am Lunch

12:15pm Entertainment Steeple Center, Assembly Hall

Joinusforadeliciousstuffedchickenbreast mealanddessertcateredbyHouseof Coates.Theafterlunchentertainmentwill bepianistandsingerLaurieHerman. Preregistrationandpaymentisrequired.

Registrationenvelopescanbeplacedinthe RASdropboxlocatedattheSteepleCenter withpaymentenclosed.

Sunshine Service

Please contact Al Sprute at 651-4231666, if you know of an RAS member who could use a little “Sunshine” greeting. And we could all use a little extra sunshine right about now!

A Note From The President

Februarytomemeanswarmerweather,sunnierdays,drierdriveways,roadsandsidewalks. I’msure youknowthatwecangetoutsideandenjoywhatMinnesotahastooffer. Imayeventakemybikeoutfor ashortride.

Speakingofwhatisoffered,haveyourecentlylookedatyourcurrentNewsfromtheSteepleCenter publication? Theongoingactivities&socialclubsandareaservicessectionofthepublicationprovideso manyprogramsandeventsforthoseofus55plus.

Bringafriendtoanupcomingprogramorthemonthlyluncheonandtheymaybecomeanewmemberof RAS.

HappyValentine’sDaytoyouandyourlovedones.

IknowyouareallasproudasIamtobeamemberofRosemountAreaSeniors!

RichardKnutson

President,RosemountAreaSeniors

Parks & Rec Programs

DrumFIT Cardio Drumming*

Tuesdays, 10am, $10/month

Register By: February 6

WehavepartneredwithDrumFIT,theworld’sleadingcardiodrummingprogram,tohaveaccesstotheir extensiveon-demandclasscontentandvideolibrary. Thisprogramallowsustoprovideavarietyof qualitycontentatdifferingintensitylevelstomorepeople.DrumFITClassicsMusic,Memory&Motionisa uniquecardiodrummingprogram,designedforolderadults,thatusesmovementandrhythmtobenefit boththemindandbody. Participantsbenefitfromimprovedmemoryandcognitivefunction,increased hearthealth,enhancedmoodaswellasreducedstressandanxiety,whiledrummingalongwithgreat generationalmusic.

Upcoming Parks & Rec Trips & Outings

Skyrock Farm & Musical Carousels*

Wednesday, March 15

Registration Deadline: Monday, February 13

Cost - $87/person

FULL WITH WAITLIST

Bus leaves Community Center at 9am and returns at approximately 3pm Head to the beautiful countryside near Hamel, Minnesota to visit Skyrock Farm & Carousels with its rolling hills, maple trees and beautiful horses. We will start with a tour of the Skyrock Carousel building to get an informative and historical look at the antique dance organs. These beautifully restored musical marvels play the happiest music on earth. Learn about the restoration process of gold leafing, and how 100-year-old art is preserved. See a carousel horse collection and learn why the men who carved the ornate figures have a place in history. We will then enjoy a hearty pot roast home cooked meal prepared Minnesota Style, using fresh premier ingredients. Includes beverage and dessert. After lunch, take in a horse jumping program inside the climate-controlled arena. This is a premier horse hunterjumper training facility. You will see the beautiful animals and talented riders. It will demonstrate how Skyrock Riding Academy teaches horsemanship. They develop the horse’s natural athletic ability and train riders of all ages. Experience the excitement of high

Art in Bloom at MIA*

Friday, April 28

Registration Deadline: Monday, March 27

Cost - $70/person

Bus leaves Community Center at 9:30am and returns at approximately 3:15pm Welcome spring with a visit to the Art in Bloom exhibit at the Minneapolis Institute of Art! Enjoy imaginative floral interpretations of selected works of art from MIA's permanent collection, created by more than 100 commercial florists and individual artists. Guests are invited to experience the floral fragrance throughout the museum. Browse floral-inspired merchandise in the Art in Bloom Pop-up Shop. This is a self-guided experience throughout the museum campus and gift shop. MIA inspires wonder through the power of art. The Minneapolis Institute of Art enriches the community by collecting, preserving, and making accessible outstanding works of art from the world’s diverse cultures. MIA’s permanent collection has grown from 800 works of art to more than 89,000 objects. The museum has several curatorial areas to explore: Arts of Africa & the Americas, Contemporary Art, Decorative Arts, Textiles & Sculpture, Asian Art, Paintings, Photography and New Media, and Prints and Drawings. After leaving MIA, we will have lunch at Jax Cafe, a landmark that was established in 1933. Lunch will include a choice of baked chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy and a vegetable or Swedish meatballs with potatoes and vegetable. Both choices will come with chocolate mousse for dessert and a beverage.

Parks & Rec Programs & Offerings

Steeple Center Book Club

Friday, February 17, 10:00am

Book Title: “Somewhere in the Unknown World” by Kao Kalia Yang

Callingallbooklovers! Wearepartnering upwiththeRobertTrailLibrarytooffera bookclubrighthereattheSteepleCenter. Thereisnocost,andnoneedtoregister.

Craft Club*

Tuesday, February 21

Steeple Center, Room 202

Register By: February 14

Cost: $6/person

Project: Diamond Painted Bookmarks

Joinusforafunafternoonofcrafting!Supplies andtoolswillbeprovided,andafacilitatorwill bepresenttoleadtheproject. Pleasenotethat picturesareexamplesonly;actualprojectswill vary. Classspaceislimited,soreserveyour spottoday!

Yoga*

Tuesdays: February 7 28

Thursdays: February 2 23 1:00-2:00pm

Register By: 1 WEEK Prior to Session

Cost: $30/session (4 classes)

Steeple Center, Room 200

JoininstructorsStaceyPopp(Tuesdays) andLoriKearney(Thursdays)forthis 50+yogaclass. Properbreathingand gentlepostureswillbetaughttoenhance strengthandmobility. Chairsare availableandcanbeusedtoadaptposes foryourcomfort. Theclassenvironment willhelppromotepeaceful,joyfuland healthyindividuals. Participantsare encouragedtobringtheirownmats.

Free Movie Monday

“Where the Crawdads Sing”

Monday, February 27 1:00pm

Assembly Hall

Skipthetheaterprices andcomeenjoyafree moviepresentation withyourfriendsatthe SteepleCenter! Closed captioningwillbe turnedon.

Bingo

Wednesday, February 15, 1:00pm

Room 100

Cost: FREE!

Eachplayerwillhavetheirownsingle-use card. Wewillplay6games -pleasebring $0.25pergame. Noregistrationrequired!

Blood Pressure Checks

Tuesday, February 7 10:45 11:15am

Steeple Center, Conference Room

AnursefromTheRosemountSenior LivingwillbeattheSteepleCenterthe firstTuesdayofeachmonthtodo FREE bloodpressurechecks!

*Requires pre-registration. Please see page 2 for registration options.

Rosemount Area Arts Council (RAAC) Events

Second Act Players

TheSecondActPlayers ofRosemountisa membership organizationforseniors age50andover, interestedinthe theater. Thereare manyopportunitiesfor becominginvolved, including:actingin playsandskits,setconstruction,stage management,directing,lightingandsound operation,scriptwriting,costumedesign, classes,fieldtrips,improvisationalworkshops, communityoutreach,andmore. Newmembers, withanylevelofexperience,arealways welcome. Formoreinformation,contact info@secondactplayers.comorcall651-2524215,orvisitwww.secondactplayers.com.

RAAC’s UFO and PHD Group:

Doyouhaveanyprojectshalfdone(PHDs)or unfinishedobjects(UFOs)hangingaroundyour house? Beitknitting,crocheting,beadwork, embroidery,woolworkoranyothertypeofhand work,wewouldlovetohaveyoujoinourgroup. Thisisasocialgrouphopingtofinishprojects whileenjoyingthecamaraderiefoundwithlike artists. Thereisnofeeassociatedwithjoining thisgroup.Forquestions,pleasecontactJean Crewson,952-994-1480or jccrewson@@gmail.com. The group will meet on Thursdays from 12:30-3:30pm in Room 202.

TheRosemountAreaArtsCouncil (RAAC)hostsmanyexcitingevents attheSteepleCenterthatyoucan takeadvantageof. Ticketscanbe purchasedonlineatRAAC’s websitewww.rosemountarts.com, attheSteepleCenterduringtheir BoxOfficeHours(Mondays10am12pm,Tuesdays9-11amand Thursdays1-3pm),oratthedoor.

Upcoming Events:

• Danny Elvis: “Be My Early Valentine” Concert $25

Friday,February10,7pm

DannyElvisisknownthroughoutthecountryforhis ElvisPresleyTributeShowsandhasperformedonsome ofthegreateststagesinAmericafromBranson,MOto theStageinLasVegaswhereElvis"SoldOut"morethan 800Concerts! Danny'sSpecialGuest"PennyLane" arrivesfromSt.Louis,MOandbringsmanyofyour favoritefemalesingerssongsbacktolifewithher renditionsandtributestoLorettaLynn,PatsyCline, KarenCarpenter,TammyWynetteandJuneCarterCash aswellasperformingwithDanny'sTributetotheduets ofJohnnyCash,WaylonJenningsandConwayTwitty! TheDannyElvisShowisaprogramsuretotouchyour heart.

•

“Switched at Birth” Bluegrass Concert $55

Friday,January20th,7pm

TheSwitchedAtBirthBandhasbeenentertainingfolks since1998,performingatclubs,privatepartiesand events,countyandstatefairs,andfestivals.Theband memberscomefromdiversemusicalbackgrounds, creatingameltingpotofsongselectionsandstyleswhile sharingtheirloveofbluegrass.Atanygiven performance,youcanexpecttohearBluegrass,Folk, Blues,Country,Cajun,Irish,andRock&Roll.Thegroup’s missionistohavefun,anditshows!Threerecordings areavailable:“FirstBorn”(Pam&Rick’sstudioduet recordingfeaturingguestmusicians), “Live:Now& Then”(acollectionofliverecordingsfeaturingpastand presentbandmembers),and“LaborofLove”ourlatest studiorecording.MembersareRickAnderson–guitar, banjo&vocals,PamKolupailo-guitar&vocals,Mark Briere-mandolin&vocals,PeteMathison-bass&vocals, andMikkellJohnsononfiddleandvocals.

RAS Executive Board

President RichardKnutson

612-840-6669

Vice-Pres. KarenSchraan 651-322-7885

Secretary JudiDyson 651-423-3024

Treasurer TerranceYourchuck 651-423-2782

Medicare Insurance Counseling

1st Mondays, 1:00-4:00pm

3rd Tuesdays, 9:00am-12:00pm

Cost: FREE, Medicare,withallitschanges,canbevery complicated,butyoudon’thavetoletitcomplicate yourlife! MeetwithaHealthInsuranceCounselor fromTrelliswhocanassistwith:

• UnderstandingthebasicsofMedicareand MedicalAssistance

• ChoosingaMedicaresupplement

• ChoosingaMedicarePartDplan

• ProcessingofMedicareandMedicalAssistance claims

• Assistingwithhealthinsuranceforms

RosemountParks&Rec

Main Office: 651-322-6000

Stephanie Baumann: 651-322-6016

Lacelle Cordes: 651-322-6011

13885 South Robert Trail

Rosemount, MN 55068

• Exploringwaystolowerprescriptioncosts Appointmentsarerequired. Visit https:// trellisconnects.org/get-help/medicare/ (preferred)orcalltheSeniorLinkAgeLineat1-800 -333-2433toschedule.