News from the Steeple Center
A Publication for 55 Plus/Seniors
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Rosemount,
Neuropathy Seminar & Screening
Thursday, February 6, 10:00am
Steeple Center, Room 200 FREE!
Neuropathyaffectsmanypeople,andthegoalofthis seminaristoeducatethecommunityaboutmanaging symptomsandfindingeffectivetreatments. The seminarwillcovercommoncauses,treatmentoptions toreducepainandimprovemobility,andlifestyle changesthatcanpreventprogression.Comeenjoya shortpresentationwithvideoandtheopportunitytoaskquestionstothe doctor. Snackswillbeprovided!Presentedby:Dr.PamHadlerofLifeway ChiropracticandWellness.
Steeple Service Crew Volunteer Opportunity
Friday, February 7, 6:00 9:30pm
Register By: January 27
Areyoulookingforafunwaytogivebacktoourcommunity? Considerjoining theSteepleServiceCrewaswevolunteerataValentine'sDanceforProject Explore!ThisorganizationisaCommunityEdprogramthatservesadultswith disabilities.Weneed6volunteerstoassistparticipantsastheyboogiethenight away.TheeventwillbeonFriday,Feb.7thfrom6:00-9:30pmatValleyMiddle School(900GardenViewDrive,AppleValley).Wearyourcomfyshoessince we'llbeonthemovethatnight! Transportationonyourown.
AARP Senior Tax Aide
Wednesdays, February 5—April 9
8:30am 1:30pm
APPOINTMENTS REQUIRED
WeareexcitedtobeabletoofferthisprogramattheSteepleCenteragainthis year! Ifyouwouldliketomakeanappointment,pleasecontactRosemount Parks&Recreationat651-322-6000duringbusinesshours(Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm)startingonJanuary6thandleaveyournameandphonenumber.
AnAARPTaxAidevolunteerwilllaterreachoutintheorderwereceivedyour calltoactuallyscheduleanappointmentandprovidepertinentinformationon whichdocumentswillbeneeded.Thiscallwillcomefrom651-447-5318. PleaseallowtimeforthevolunteertocontactyouanddonotcallParks&Rec multipletimesorseekanappointmentelsewherewhilewaiting.
*If you have a tentative appointment that Tax-Aide made for you when you did taxes with us last year, you don't need to call. You will receive an email or call when the tentative appointment is confirmed in mid to late January .
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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 & Recreation Department.
Steeple Center Hours :
Monday-Thursday: 8:30am 3:30pm Friday: 8:30am-12pm
Evenings & Weekends: Based on Scheduled Events
To register for a program:
• Register online at www.rosemountmn.gov/parks
• Drop off a completed registration form and payment at the Steeple Center during normal hours.
• In person at the Parks & Rec office in the lower level of the Community Center (temporarily unavailable)
ONGOING ACTIVITIES & SOCIAL CLUBS
& Book Exchange
Open during building hours
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
Hand and Foot Room 100
Tuesdays, 1 p.m.
Canasta Room 100
Wednesdays, 9:30 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.
MinnesotaHelp.info
Search here for services that help older Minnesotans and people with disabilities. Covers resources such as caregiving, assistive technology, end of life planning, financial help and much more.
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.
Double Pinochle Room 100
Thursdays, 12:30 p.m.
Bring $0.50 for prize money
Euchre Room 100
Fridays, 9 a.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 door to door transportation for people in Dakota County with priority for medical, dental and social services.
SNAP Outreach
651-307-9033
Second Harvest Heartland offers free programs to help ease your food budget.
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.
Quilting Group Room 202
1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.
Diamond Dotz Group Room 202
2nd Wednesdays, 1p.m. 3:30p.m.
Woodcarving Club Room 202
Mondays & Fridays, 9 a.m.
Book Club Room 200
3rd Fridays, 10 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 2025
*Advanced registration required, see page 2 for options
**RAAC Event, see page 7
Check Monitors and Room Schedules at the Steeple Center for Activity Locations!
8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Bridge 9:00 Woodcarving 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 500 1:00 Needlework 1:00 Meditation* 4 9:00 Bid Euchre 10:00 Open Painting 10:45 BP Checks 11:30 Luncheon* 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga* 5 8:30 Tax Aide 9:30 Canasta 11:00 Quilt Club
9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 10:00 Neuropathy Seminar & Screening 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga* 7 8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 6:00 Steeple Service Crew Valentine’s Dance* 8
8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Bridge 9:00 Woodcarving
9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 500 1:00 Needlework 1:00 Meditation*
9:00 Bid Euchre 9:00 Medicare Counseling 10:00 Open Painting 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga* 12 8:30 Tax Aide 9:30 Canasta 1:00 Diamond Dotz Group 13
9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 10:45 “Just the Way You Are” @ Ives Auditorium* 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga* 14 8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 7:00 John Denver Tribute “You Are My Valentine Concert”** 15
8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Bid Euchre 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga* 1:00 Craft Club*
8:30 Tax Aide 9:30 Canasta 11:00 Quilt Club 1:00 Bingo 20
9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga* 21 8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 10:00 Book Club 22 24
8:30 Donated Bread
9:00 Bridge
9:00 Woodcarving
9:30 SAIL Fitness
12:30 500
1:00 Needlework 1:00 Meditation* 1:00 Free Movie Monday 25 9:00 Bid Euchre 10:00 Open Painting 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga* 26
8:30 Tax Aide 9:00 Advisory Committee Meeting 9:30 Canasta 1:00 Card Bingo 27 9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga* 1:00 National Hot Chocolate Day 28
8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving
7:00 “Come Blow Your Horn” Performance**
Rosemount Area Seniors Information
Monthly Luncheon*
Tuesday, February 4
Register By: January 28
$15 for members/$17 for non-members
11:30am Lunch
12:15pm Entertainment
Assembly Hall
Joinusforadeliciousmealwithstuffed chickenbreast,sidesanddessertcateredby HouseofCoates.Theafterlunch entertainmentwillbeMikeHenry, presenting“TheBookofLove”withclips frommorethan100ofthegreatestlove songs. Pre-registrationandpaymentis required. Registrationoptionsarelistedon pagetwo.
2025 RAS Membership
It’sstillnottoolatetorenewyourRAS
Membershipfor2025! Formscanbefoundatthe SteepleCenter. Oncecompleted,returnthemwith paymenttothedropboxattheSteepleCenter,or youcanalsoskiptheformandrenewyour membershiponlineatrosemountmn.gov/parks.
Sunshine Service
Please contact Alan Kohls at 952-2016735, if you know of an RAS member who could use a little “Sunshine” greeting.
500 Tournament
Friday, January 17, 7:00pm Steeple Center, Room 100
$1/person
Knowledgeableplayersofallagesare welcome. Registrationstartsat6:45 p.m.andplaybeginsat7p.m.sharp! Thecostis$1,whichisusedasprize money.
Parks & Rec Reminders
National Hot Chocolate Day
Thursday, January 30
1:00 2:30pm (while supplies last)
Cost: FREE!
Steeple Center Lobby
Escapethewinterbluesandcozyup nexttothefireplaceintheSteeple Centerlobbywherewewillbe celebratingNationalHotChocolate Day! Wewillhaveahotchocolate barsetupwithfuntoppingsto choosefrom. Grabadrinkanda boardgameandenjoytheafternoon attheSteepleCenter!
55+ Driver Discount Program*
Wednesday, January 8, 9:00am 1:00pm
Register By: January 3
Cost: $24
Steeple Center, Room 200
Completethiscoursetogeta10%discount onyourautoinsurancepremiums!Taught asapresentationfromacertified instructor,you’lldiscusschallengesweface asdrivers,newroaddesigns,vehicle technology,andupdatesoncurrentlaws. Bestofall,therearenowrittenorbehind thewheeltests!Certificatewillbeprovided attheendofclass.
*Requires pre-registration. Please see page 2 for registration options.
“Just the Way You Are” at Ives Auditorium* FULL W/WAITLIST
Thursday, February 13
Registration Deadline: Monday, January 13
Cost - $90/person
Bus leaves Community Center at 10:45am and returns at approximately 4:00pm Enjoyadayattheelegantjewel-boxGideonS.IvesAuditoriumlocatedonthe80-acreMinnesotaMasonic HeritageCentercampusalongtheMinnesotaRiverinBloomington. Lunchwillbebuffetstyle,andthemenu willinclude:entree,potatoesorrice,vegetables,dinnerrolls,dessert,andabeverage. Afterlunchandduring theintermission,visittheMasonicMuseumandLibrary,whichincludessixgalleriesthatshowcasethehistory ofMasonryinMinnesota. Wewillthenmoveintothestate-of-the-artconcerthallopenedin2016forthe performanceof“JustTheWayYouAre.” IncelebrationofValentine'sDay,theSidekickTheatrepresentsan arrayofclassicromanticsongsfromthe60s,70s,and80s,featuringhitsfromElvisPresley,TheRighteous Brothers,TheBeeGees,CaroleKing,BillyJoelandmore.Showcasingyourfavoritesongssuchas'Can'tHelp FallinginLove','WonderfulTonight','Can'tTakeMyEyesOffYou'andofcourse'JusttheWayYouAre’,expect anatmosphereoffunandromanceatSidekickTheatrethisValentine'sDay!
Target Field Tour*
Thursday, March 20
Registration Deadline: Monday, February 17
Cost - $93/person
Bus leaves Community Center at 9:45am and returns at approximately 3:45pm
Thisadventurewillincludea90-minutewalking/standingtourof TargetField. GoBehindtheScenesandexperiencetheballparkas onlyplayersandstaffdo! HearthehistoryoftheballparkandoftheMinnesotaTwins. Highlightsofthetour mayinclude:DeltaSKY360°Club,HerbCarnealPressBox,PrivateLuxurySuiteLevel,BudweiserRoofDeck, ServiceLevel,VariousBars&Restaurants,theClubhouse,BattingCage,andDugouts. Afterthetour,shopat theTwinsNewEraTeamStore,homeforauthenticTwinsmerchandise,andcollectibles(NOTE:creditcard transactionsonly). Afterthetour,havelunchatMurray'sSteakHouse,servingcustomersinstylish surroundingssince1946. Themenuwillinclude:shortribs,mashedpotatoes,greenbeans,tinychocolate dessert,andabeverage.
“Grease” at Chanhassen Dinner Theatre* FULL W/WAITLIST
Wednesday, April 16
Registration Deadline: Monday, March 10
Cost - $110/person
Bus leaves Community Center at 10:15am and returns at approximately 4:45pm
EnjoyagreatmealandagreatshowattheChanhassenDinnerTheatre!Upon arrivalatthetheater,guestscanselectfromalimitedmenuthatincludesan entree,salad,vegetable,bread,potatoorrice,andabeverage. Afterlunch,we willtakeinaperformanceofthebelovedmusical“Grease”! JoinSandy,DannyandtherestoftheBurger PalaceBoysandPinkLadiesforanaffectionatesatireofhighschoollifeinthe1950s. Don’tmissthe unforgettabletuneslike:“SummerNights,”“LookatMe,I’mSandraDee,”“WeGoTogether,”“Greased Lightnin’,”“BeautySchoolDropout,”ANDaddedsongsmadepopularinthebelovedfilm:“Grease(IsThe Word),”“HopelesslyDevotedtoYou”and“You’retheOneThatIWant.” It’sahigh-octanerock‘n’rollparty packedwithexplosiveenergy!
Parks & Rec Programs & Offerings
Steeple Center Book Club
Friday, February 21, 10:00am
Book Title: “A Quiet Life” by Ethan Joella
Callingallbooklovers! Wearepartnering upwiththeRobertTrailLibrarytooffera bookclubrighthereattheSteepleCenter. Thereisnocost,andnoneedtoregister.
Craft Club*
Tuesday, February 18, 1:00pm
Steeple Center, Room 202
Register By: February 11
Cost: $8/person
Project: Glass Vase Paint Pour
Joinusforafunafternoonof crafting!Suppliesandtools willbeprovided,anda facilitatorwillbepresentto leadtheproject. Pleasenotethatpicturesare examplesonly;actualprojectswillvary.
Gentle Stretch & Meditation*
Mondays: Feb 3—24 (skip 2/17)
Register By: 1 WEEK Prior to Session
Cost: $24/session (3 classes)
Thisclassfocusesonrelaxationand stretching,withallposesperformedonthe mat,sothere'snoneedtostand. Instructor LoriKampawillhelpyouexploregentle, restorativeposesincorporatingfocused breathing,mindfulness,andmeditation. Theseposessupportyournervoussystem, calmyourmind,andenhanceflexibilityby lengtheningmusclesandimprovingyour rangeofmotion.Meditationimproves cognitivefunction,helpingtokeepyour brainhealthyandsharpasyouage. Every posehasmodifications,soeveryoneis welcome.
Yoga*
Tuesdays: February 4 25
Thursdays: February 6 27
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
“The Six Triple Eight”
Monday, February 24
1:00pm
Assembly Hall
Skipthetheater pricesandcome enjoyafreemovie presentationwith yourfriendsatthe SteepleCenter!
Closedcaptioning willbeturnedon.
Blood Pressure Checks
Tuesday, February 4
10:45—11:15am
Steeple Center, Conference Room
AnursefromTheRosemountSenior LivingwillbeattheSteepleCenterthe firstTuesdayofeachmonthtodo FREE bloodpressurechecks!
*Requires pre-registration. Please see page 2 for registration
Winter Reminders
Steeple Center Winter Weather Policy
Asareminder,theSteepleCenterwillclose whenISD196(Rosemount,AppleValley, Eagan)cancelsschoolforwinterweather. WhenISD196callsforadelayedstartorearly releasetotheschoolday,theSteepleCenter willremainopenwithnormalhours. Theone exceptiontothispolicywillbeifschoolsare closedonaluncheonday,theSteepleCenter willremainopenandtheluncheonwillgoonas scheduled.
City Parking Restrictions
FromNovember1toMarch31,parkingis prohibitedoncitystreetsdailybetween2am and6am,andduringsnowfallsof2+inches untilstreetsareplowedcurbtocurb.
RAAC Programs
RAAC’s UFO and PHD Group:
ThePHD/UFO(ProjectsHalfDone/UnfishedObjects)groupisnotacraftsgroup,butpeoplewho enjoycreatingworksofartinvariousFibermediums. Thetypesofworkinvolvequilting,embroidery,woolwork,needlepoint,crossstitch, hardanger,knitting,crocheting,crewel,woolfeltingandanyothertypesoffiberart. Peoplejoin thegroupnotonlytoworkontheirprojectsbutto learnfromothers,showofftheirfinishedwork, andtosocialize.
Thereisnofeetojointhegroupnordoesone havetobeaRAACmember. Anyonecancomeand jointhegroupandbringtheirPHD/UFOswith them. Welovetoseethedifferentfinishedprojectsandlearnnewtechniquesthatothersareusing.
Forquestions,pleasecontactJeanCrewson,952994-1480orjccrewson@@gmail.com. The group will meet on Thursdays from 12:30-3:30pm in Room 202.
Rosemount Area Arts Council (RAAC) Events
TheRosemountAreaArtsCouncil (RAAC)hostsmanyexcitingevents attheSteepleCenterthatyoucan takeadvantageof. Ticketscanbe purchasedonlineatRAAC’swebsite www.rosemountarts.com,atthe SteepleCenterduringtheirBox OfficeHours(Mondays10am-12pm, Tuesdays9-11amandThursdays13pm),oratthedoor.
Upcoming Events:
• John Denver Tribute by Layne Yost Group “You are My Valentine” Concert $30
Friday,February14th,7pm
ThemusicofJohnDenveristimelessandwellknown. LayneYost's"TributetotheMusicofJohnDenver"isa faithfultributethatpayshomagetothemusicandthe man.Yost,McDowall,andShimodacapturethesimple soulofDenver'smusicthroughguitar,fiddle,andupright bassarrangements.Wovenwithinthemusicarestories thatgiveinsightintoDenver'slifeandlegacy. A wonderfulshowthatwilltakeyoubackandremindyou ofsimplethingsthatremaintrue.AsaspecialValentine's Dayconcert,theywillintegratethegreatmelodiesand perfectdatenightpossibilities.
• “Come Blow Your Horn” Performances:
Friday,February28,7pm
Saturday,March1st,2pmand7pm
Friday,March7th,7pm
Saturday,March8th,2pmand7pm
“ComeBlowYourHorn” wasNeilSimon'sfirst Broadwaycomedy smash.AlanBaker,a30ishswingingbachelor withtime,moneyand womentospare, welcomesrebelliousand eager21-year-old brotherBuddyintohis denofiniquitywhile theirhorrifiedparents canonlywatchandpray. Thisfarcical'60srompbecameahitmoviestarring FrankSinatra.
RAS Advisory Committee
• JoyBester,952-484-7287
• ChrisFranke
• DeanGrotjohn,952-431-5431
• MarilynHead,719-684-4994
• KenJax,612-708-2030
• GinnyKaiser
• RosannSowada,952-432-9378
RosemountParks&Rec
Main Office: 651-322-6000
Stephanie Baumann: 651-322-6016
Lacelle Cordes: 651-322-6011
13885 South Robert Trail
Rosemount, MN 55068
Medicare Insurance Counseling
2nd Tuesdays: 9am, 10:15am, 11:30am
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