News from the Steeple Center - June 2024

News from the Steeple Center

A Publication for 55 Plus/Seniors

Calling All Birders!

Wednesday, June 12

10:00—11:00am

Steeple Center, Room 200

Callingallbirders!

Rosemount Parks & Rec

13885 South Robert Tr.

Rosemount, MN 55068 Steeple Center 14375 South Robert Tr.

OnWednesday, June12th,Nancy Engelfromthe BlueBirdRecoveryProgramof Minnesotawill giveabrief presentationon EasternBlue Birds.Thesespeciallittlemigratorybirdswere onceendangeredinMinnesotadue tohabitatlossbuthaverebounded nicelythankstotheeffortsofhundredsofvolunteersoverseveral decadesthroughoutthestate. The BlueBirdRecoveryProgram’svolunteerscontinuetheworkthat startedinthe1970sinordertoensurethehealthoftheseprecious birds. Cometothispresentationto learnwhatourgroupdoesand howyoumightgetinvolved.

Steeple Center Closure:

Steeple Service Crew Volunteer Opportunity

Wednesday, June 5

12:00 2:00pm

Kaitlyn’s Kloset 4180 Lexington Ave. South, Eagan (St. Martha & Mary Episcopal Church) Areyoulookingfor afunwaytogive backtoour community? Considerjoining theSteepleService Crewaswe volunteerat Kaitlyn’sKloset. sKlosetisaCommunityResource Centerforfamiliesinneed.Clientscanshop forfood,toys/games,clothing,household suppliesandpersonalitemswhileatthe center. Ourtaskswilldependonwhatthe centerneedsatthatmoment.Wemightbe workinginthefoodshelf,organizing suppliesorhelpingclientsshop. Pleasersvp byMay30thbycontactingNancyEngel at nancy.engel@rosemountmn.govorjust tellherwhileyou'reattheSteepleCenter.

Rosemount, MN 55068 (no mail delivery to this address)

8:30a-3:30p

8:30a-12:00p

Wednesday,

June 19

Inrecentyears,Juneteenthhasofficiallybecomeafederalandstateholiday. ThismeanscityofficesandtheSteepleCenterwillbeclosedonWednesday, June19th.

Volunteers Needed: Entertainment Committee

Wearealsostilllookingforpeopletohelpwithselectionofentertainmentat themonthlyluncheonsaswellasgreetingandintroducingtheentertainment. Wewouldlovetohave3-4peoplehelpwiththis. PleasecontactStephanieat 651-322-6016ifyouareinterested.

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

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

• 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

Puzzle & 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.

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 Lobby 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, 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.

8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Bridge 9:00 Woodcarving 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 500 1:00 Needlework 1:00 Insurance Counseling

9:00 Bid Euchre 10:00 Open Painting 10:45 Blood Pressure Checks 11:30 Luncheon* 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga*

June 2024

9:00 Walking Club 9:30 Canasta 12:00 Steeple Service Crew @ Kaitlyn’s Kloset 12:30 Quilt Club

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

8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving

8:30 Donated Bread

9:00 Bridge 9:00 Woodcarving

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

8:30 Donated Bread

9:00 Bridge

9:00 Woodcarving

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

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

1:00 Insurance Counseling 18 9:00 Bid Euchre 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga* 1:00 Craft Club*

Walking Club 9:30 Canasta 10:00 Calling All Birders Presentation 1:00 Dominoes

Red Head Creamery Trip* 9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga*

STEEPLE

CENTER CLOSED

8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving

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

8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Bridge 9:00 Woodcarving

9:30 SAIL Fitness

12:30 500

1:00 Needlework 1:00 Free Movie Monday

12:00-8:30pm Photo Contest Display** 25

9:00 Bid Euchre 10:00 Open Painting 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga* 7:00 Second Act Players One Act Plays**

8:30am-8:30pm Photo Contest Display** 26

9:00 Advisory Board Meeting 9:00 Walking Club 9:30 Canasta 1:00 Card Bingo 8:30am-3:30pm Photo Contest Display** 27

9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga* 9:00am-9:00pm, Quilt & Fiber Art Show** 8:30am-9:00pm Photo Contest Display** 28

8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving

9:00am-9:00pm, Quilt & Fiber Art Show**

8:30am-12pm Photo Contest Display** 29

*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!

9:00am-4:00pm, Quilt & Fiber Art Show**

Rosemount Area Seniors Information

Monthly Luncheon*

Tuesday, June 4

Register By: May 28

$15 for members/$17 for non-members

11:30am Lunch

12:15pm Entertainment

Steeple Center, Assembly Hall

Joinusforadeliciousroastbeefmealwith mashedpotatoesanddessertcateredby HouseofCoates. Theafterlunch entertainmentwillbeaperformancebythe VelvetTones! Pre-registrationandpayment isrequired. Registrationoptionsarelisted onpagetwo.

Sunshine Service

Please contact Alan Kohls at 952-2016735, 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!

RAS Activities/Announcements

RAS Entertainment Survey

TheRASAdvisoryCommitteeisseekingyourinput! Wehavenoticedthatmanypeopledonotstayfor entertainmentatthemonthlyluncheons. Thereisalotoftime,effortandcostinvolvedwithbooking entertainment,sowewantedtogetsomefeedbackfrommembersinanefforttobetterevaluatethe program. Pleasefindacopyofthesurveyenclosedinthisnewsletter. Weencourageyoutocompleteit andreturntotheSteepleCenterdropboxatyourconvenience. Wewillalsohavecopiesavailableonthe tablesatthenextluncheon. Thankyoufortakingthetimetocompletethesurveyandletyourvoicebe heard!

Rosemount Area Seniors Spring Mystery Trip*

Wednesday, May 22

Bus leaves Community Center (south entrance) at 11:15am Bus returns at approximately 4:15pm

Register By: May 8

Cost: $48 for RAS Members, $50 for Non-Members

It’stimeforanotherMysteryTriphostedbytheRosemountAreaSeniors!Don’tmissthisdeliciousmeal andtriptoafunmysterylocation!Priceincludestax&gratuity.Lunchwillbeawonderfulbuffetincluding turkeyandgravy,Swedishmeatballs,fettuccinialfredo,sidesanddesserts.Thevenuewearegoingtois fullyaccessible,buttherewillbeabitofwalkingtoandfromthebus,andthelunchisaself-servicebuffet. Pleaseplanaccordingly. ThebuswilldepartfromandreturntotheRosemountCommunityCenter(south parkinglot).Norefundswillbegivenaftertheregistrationdeadline. *Pleasenotethatwhilethepricefor thisMysteryTripisabithigherthaninthepast,theplanningcommitteehasalreadymadearrangements forthefalltripaswell,whichwillbealittlelessexpensivethannormal,balancingoutfortheyear.

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

Upcoming Trips & Outings

Redhead Creamery*

Thursday, June 13

Registration Deadline: Monday, May 13

Cost - $93/person

Bus leaves Community Center at 8:45am and returns at approximately 5:15pm

Start the day in Sauk Center for lunch at The Palmer House Café, located in the historic Palmer House Hotel that is wonderfully arranged, full of antiques, fascinating memorabilia and history. You will get a cup of homemade soup, a grilled chicken sandwich with lettuce and tomato, fries, and a beverage. We will then head to the Redhead Creamery and Farm where we will learn how cheese is made and what a day in the life of a dairy cow is like. First, visit the cow side of the farm to see the Jer-Lindy dairy calves and heifers, the pregnant mama cows, and the milking parlor where they are milked twice a day. Next up comes the cheese plant, where you'll get an overview of the entire cheese-making process through the huge picture windows. Learn the history of their own dairy cheese story, the farm sustainability and conservation efforts implemented. Have a mooooving conversation with some of our beautiful bovines, and last but not least watch a video on cheese making at Redhead Creamery. Then you can sample some ridiculously good cheese! **Please note that this tour involves a considerable amount of walking and standing. Wear stable and comfortable shoes. The site is accessible, so you can bring a collapsible wheelchair, walker or cane.

“Triple Espresso” at Plymouth Playhouse*

Thursday, July 25

Registration Deadline: Monday, June 3

Cost - $94/person

Bus leaves Community Center at 11:30am and returns at approximately 5:00pm

Enjoy a wonderful Luncheon Pasta Buffet at the Ramada by Wyndham Hotel and Conference Center before moving into the Plymouth Playhouse Theater on the lower level of the hotel for a performance “Triple Espresso”. It tells the story of three guys whose bid for showbiz fame and fortune ended in 4 minutes of magnificent failure on national television. Hugh Butternut, Buzz Maxwell, and Bobby Bean tell their rags-to-rags story earnestly, with hysterical results. Butternut is a musician, a vulnerable soul with a lounge lizard smile; Maxwell is an uncertain magician with an attitude; and Bean is an irrepressible, all-over-the-map entertainer with big dreams. The laughter is infectious, and the comedy appeals to everyone from first graders to college students to baby boomers.

Mankato History Tour*

Wednesday, September 18

Registration Deadline: Monday, August 19

Cost - $91/person

Bus leaves Community Center at 7:45am and returns at approximately 4:15pm Take a step back in time and explore the 16-room historic Hubbard House in Mankato. It chronicles the life of R.D. and his family from 1871 to 1905. The adjoining 1890 Carriage House contains a collection of horse-drawn vehicles and antique automobiles. Note: this tour includes a second floor and no elevator. Those guests who cannot climb a flight of stairs can be accommodated on the main floor and in the Carriage House. We will then have a delicious lunch at Number 4 American Bar & Kitchen including a classic chicken pot pie with a buttery flaky crust, and a mini crème brulee for dessert. The last stop of the day will be the Blue Earth History Center for a docent-led tour. The museum features hands-on history with a diorama of 1880s Mankato, displays and exhibits from the area, and treasures from local author Maud Hart Lovelace, best known for the Betsy-Tacy series.

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

Parks & Rec Programs & Offerings

Steeple Center Book Club

Friday, June 21, 10:00am

Book Title: “When All is Said” by Anne Griffin

Callingallbooklovers! Wearepartnering upwiththeRobertTrailLibrarytooffera bookclubrighthereattheSteepleCenter. Thereisnocost,andnoneedtoregister.

Craft Club*

Tuesday, June 18, 1:00pm

Steeple Center, Room 202

Register By: June 11

Cost: $6/person

Project: Uncle Sam Wall Hanging

Joinusforafunafternoon ofcrafting!Suppliesand toolswillbeprovided,and afacilitatorwillbe presenttoleadthe project. Pleasenotethat picturesareexamples only;actualprojectswill vary. Classspaceis limited,soreserveyour spottoday!

Walking Club

Wednesdays

May - September

9:00am

Central Park (2893 145th St W)

Interestedingettingoutdoorsthisspringand summertowalk? WewillmeetatCentralPark andwalkthebeautifulKochMinnesotaTrail. Oneloopisapproximately0.8miles,andyou canmakethelooponce,twice,orasmany timesasyouwouldlike! Allabilitylevelsare welcome.

Yoga*

Tuesdays: June 4 25

Thursdays: June 6 27

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

“Barbie”

Monday, June 24

1:00pm

Assembly Hall Skipthetheater pricesandcome enjoyafreemovie presentationwith yourfriendsatthe SteepleCenter! Closedcaptioningwillbeturnedon.

Blood Pressure Checks

Tuesday, June 4

10:45—11:15am

Steeple Center, Conference Room

AnursefromTheRosemountSenior LivingwillbeattheSteepleCenterthe firstTuesdayofeachmonthtodo FREE bloodpressurechecks!

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

Farmers’ Market

Tuesdays

June 11—September 24

1:00—5:00pm

Rosemount Community Center Parking Lot

Thissummeryoumaynotice thataFarmers’Markethas croppedup”inRosemount!

TheSt.PaulFarmer’sMarket willbeintheRosemountCommunityCenterparkinglotevery TuesdayfromJune11through September24,from1-5pm. Moreinformationisavailableby callingtheFarmers’MarketHotlineat651-2278101orinfo@stpaulfarmersmarket.com.

RAAC

RAAC’s UFO and PHD Group:

Doyouhaveanyprojectshalfdone(PHDs)or unfinishedobjects(UFOs)hangingaroundyour house? Beitknitting,crocheting,beadwork, embroidery,woolworkoranyothertypeofhand work,wewouldlovetohaveyoujoinourgroup. Thisisasocialgrouphopingtofinishprojectswhile enjoyingthecamaraderiefoundwithlikeartists. Thereisnofeeassociatedwithjoiningthisgroup. Forquestions,pleasecontactJeanCrewson,952994-1480orjccrewson@@gmail.com. The group will meet on Thursdays from 12:30-3:30pm in Room 202.

Second Act Players

TheSecondActPlayersof Rosemountisamembership organizationforseniorsage 50andover,interestedinthe theater. Therearemany opportunitiesforbecoming involved,including:actinginplaysandskits,set construction,stagemanagement,directing,lighting andsoundoperation,scriptwriting,costume design,classes,fieldtrips,improvisational workshops,communityoutreach,andmore. New members,withanylevelofexperience,arealways welcome. Formoreinformation,contact info@secondactplayers.comorcall651-252-4215, orvisitwww.secondactplayers.com.

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:

ArtBlast: 7-Day Celebration of Art, June 24-30

Pleasevisitwww.rosemountarts.comformore informationregardingtheArtBlastscheduleand activities. Someoftheactivitiesinclude:

• Photo Contest Display Steeple Center Lobby

June24-28,Seecalendarfortimes

• Quilt & Fiber Art Show—Steeple Center

June27-29,Seecalendarfortimes

• Westwind Swing Band Concert Central Park

Monday, June24th,7:00pm

• SAP One Act Plays Steeple Center

Tuesday,June25th,7:00pm

• Ethnic Dancers Central Park

Tuesday,June25th,TimeTBD

• Apple Valley High R&B Band —Central Park

Wednesday,June26th,6:30-7:30pm

• Melodrama—Central Park

Wednesday,June26th7:45pm

• “Alligations” Variety Dance Band Central Park

Thursday,June27th,7:00pm

• Salsa del Soul—Central Park

Friday,June28th,7:00pm

• Bluegrass Americana Festival Central Park

Saturday,June29th,6:00-9:00pm

• John Philip Sousa Band—Central Park

Sunday,June30th,7:00pm

RAS Advisory Committee

• JoyBester,952-484-7287

• MarilynHead,719-684-4994

• KenJax,612-708-2030

• RosannSowada,952-432-9378

RosemountParks&Rec

Main Office: 651-322-6000

Stephanie Baumann: 651-322-6016

Lacelle Cordes: 651-322-6011

Medicare Insurance Counseling

1st & 3rd Mondays: 1:00pm, 2:15pm

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

• UnderstandingthebasicsofMedicareand MedicalAssistance

• ChoosingaMedicaresupplement

• ChoosingaMedicarePartDplan

• ProcessingofMedicareandMedicalAssistance claims

• Assistingwithhealthinsuranceforms

• Exploringwaystolowerprescriptioncosts

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

13885 South Robert Trail

Rosemount, MN 55068