News from the Steeple Center
A Publication for 55 Plus/Seniors
Grandparent & Me Workshop*
Thursday, October 19
10:00-11:30am
Register By: October 5
Cost: $8/person
Steeple Center, Assembly Hall
Youareinvitedtoourspecial Grandparent&MeWorkshopevent. Makesomefunmemorieswithyour grandchild(orothersignificantchildin yourlife)withatakehomeDIY constructionproject,games,yummy snacks,andaphotobooth.Ages4-8with anadult. Childrenandadultsbothneed topre-registerforthisevent.
It’s Fall Y’all!
Wednesday, October 11 9:30-10:30am (while supplies last) FREE!
Grandparent & Me Tea*
Thursday, October 19
2:00-3:30pm
Register By: October 5
Cost: $8/person
Steeple Center, Assembly Hall
Youarecordiallyinvitedtoour specialGrandparent&MeTea. Dress fortheoccasion! Makesomefun memorieswithyourgrandchild(or othersignificantchildinyourlife) withcrafts,games,andaphoto booth. Wewillserveavarietyofteas andjuices,yummyappetizers,and funfancydesserts. Wewillhave teacupsavailable,butpleasefeelfree tobringyourownifyouwouldlike. Ages4-8withanadult. Childrenand adultsbothneedtopre-registerfor thisevent.
Comecelebratefallwithfreecookiesand warmappleciderattheSteepleCenter! Whilehere,checkouttheLandmarkTours TravelShowcaseandlearnaboutallthe amazingupcomingtripstheyhaveplanned.
Driver Improvement Course 4-Hr. Refresher*
Wednesday, October 4th, 9:00am—1:00pm
Register By: September 27th
Cost: $24
Steeple Center, Room 200
WehavepartneredwiththeMNHighwaySafetyResearchCentertoofferdriver improvementcoursesformaturedrivers. Uponcompletionofthiscourse, drivers55+maybeentitledtoa10%discountontheirautoinsurance. This 4-hr.refresherprogramisopentoanyonewhohastakenan8-hr.coursewithin thelast3years.
*Requires pre-registration. Please see page 2 for registration options.
Rosemount Parks & Rec 13885 South Robert Tr. Rosemount, MN 55068 Steeple Center 14375 South Robert Tr. Rosemount, MN 55068 (no mail delivery to this address) Hours: Mon-Thurs: 8:30a-3:30p Friday: 8:30a-12:00p INSIDE THIS ISSUE: The Steeple Center 2 Ongoing Activities & Social Clubs 2 Area Services 2 Calendar 3 RAS Announcements 4 Parks & Rec Trips & Outings 5 Parks & Rec Programs 6 Other Opportunities 7 Contact Info 8
October 2023
Parks & Rec Programs/Announcements
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 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
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.
Page 2 News from the Steeple Center
October 2023
*Advanced registration required, see page 2
**RAAC Event, see page 7 Check
Page 3 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2 8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Bridge 9:00 Woodcarving 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 500 1:00 Needlework 1:00 Insurance Counseling 3 9:00 Bid Euchre 10:00 Open Painting 10:00 DrumFIT* 10:00 Flu Shots 10:45 Blood Pressure Checks 11:30 Luncheon* 1:00 Yoga* 1:00 Hand & Foot 4 9:00 Driver Safety* 9:30 Canasta 12:30 Quilting 5 9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga* 6 8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 7 9 8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Bridge 9:00 Woodcarving 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 500 1:00 Needlework 10 9:00 Bid Euchre 10:00 Open Painting 10:00 DrumFIT* 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga* 11 9:30 Canasta 9:30 It’s Fall Y’all! 10:00 Landmark Tours Travel Showcase 1:00 Dominoes 12 9:00 Cribbage 9:00 Osceola Train Ride Trip* 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga* 13 8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 7:00 “Singleton Street” Bluegrass Concert** 14 16 8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Bridge 9:00 Woodcarving 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 500 1:00 Needlework 1:00 Insurance Counseling 17 9:00 Bid Euchre 10:00 DrumFIT* 1:00 Yoga* 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Craft Club* 18 9:30 Canasta 9:30 Mystery Trip* 12:30 Quilting 1:00 Bingo 19 9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 10:00 Grandparent & Me Workshop* 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga* 2:00 Grandparent & Me Tea* 20 8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 10:00 Book Club 7:00 Euchre Tourney 21 23 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 24 9:00 Bid Euchre 10:00 Open Painting 10:00 DrumFIT* 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga* 25 9:00 Advisory Board Meeting 9:30 Canasta 1:00 Card Bingo 26 9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga* 27 8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 7:00 Beatles Tribute Concert** 28 30 8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Bridge 9:00 Woodcarving 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 500 1:00 Needlework 31 9:00 Bid Euchre 10:00 Open Painting 10:00 DrumFIT* 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga*
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Rosemount Area Seniors Information
Monthly Luncheon*
Tuesday, October 3rd
Register By: September 26
$13 for members/$15 for non-members
11:30am Lunch
12:15pm Entertainment
Steeple Center, Assembly Hall
Joinusforadeliciouslunchoflasagna,salad, breadsticksanddessertcateredbyHouseof Coates.Theafterlunchentertainmentwill beCardBingo!Pleasebring3nickels,3 dimes,3quarters,anda$1billforantes. Pre-registrationandpaymentisrequired. Registrationoptionsarelistedonpagetwo.
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!
Note from the President
Hello,welllet’ssee,wheredidthesummergo? WehostedaRASpicnicforhonorarymembersaswellas newmembers,LeprechaunDays,withbuttonsalesfoundussellingover800buttonsanddistributingover 125giftsdonatedbyvariousRosemountbusinesses.
WepresentedourRASScholarshipgifttoMarissaJacobson,aRosemountHighSchoolSenior,whowillbe workingtowardsanursingdegreeatSt.Thomas.
OurRASmembershipisnowover300members. Thisisaterrificnumberandyoucanseethatnew membersenjoytheeventsandoutingsthatwe’vealwaysparticipatedin.
TheHauntedWoodsTrail eventisscheduledforSaturday,October28th. ThiseventwillfindRAS volunteersagainhandingoutcandiesandtreatsfortheyoungtrickortreaters.
Manypeoplearetakingadvantageofsomeofthenewregistrationoptionsthatarenowavailableforour luncheons. Atthetimeofpublication,approximately21%ofthoseregisteredfortheSeptemberluncheon paidwithacreditcard,multiplepeopleregisteredonline,andseveralhavesignedupformorethanone luncheon.
AsIhadmentionedinpriornewsletters,ifyouseesomethingyouenjoy,tellothers,andifyousee somethingyoudon’tlikeorunderstand,tellus. YourAdvisoryBoardsmeetsat9:00am,the4th WednesdayofeachmonthattheSteepleCenterinRoom202. AllRASmembersareencouragedand welcometoattendthemeetings.
Well,that’sitforthisnewsletter. Ihopeyou’refindRASmembershipsomethingtobeproudof.
RichardKnutson President
*Requires pre-registration. Please see page 2 for registration options.
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“The Lion King” at the Orpheum Theatre* Early Deadline!
Thursday, April 25
Registration Deadline: Monday, November 6
Registration Opens Tuesday, September 12 at 10am
Cost - $125/person
Bus leaves Community Center at 11:30am and returns at approximately 4:15pm Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. This is Disney’s The Lion King, making its triumphant return to the Orpheum Theatre! More than 100 million people around the world have experienced the awe-inspiring visual artistry, the unforgettable music and the uniquely theatrical storytelling of this Broadway spectacular – one of the most breathtaking and beloved productions ever to grace the stage. Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, The Lion King brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. There is simply nothing else like The Lion King.
RAS Mystery Trip*
Wednesday, October 18, 9:30 am 1:30pm
Registration Deadline: October 4
$30 for members / $32 for non-members
It is time for another fun Mystery Trip! Participants will enjoy a wonderful buffet lunch with entrees, soups, salads, desserts and beverages. Please note that alcohol is not served at the location we will be going to. The price includes transportation on a coach bus, lunch, a mystery stop, and tax and gratuity. The bus will depart from and return to the Rosemount Community Center (south parking lot). Pre-registration and payment is required. Registration options are listed on page two. No refunds will be given after the registration deadline. Questions? Please contact Stephanie at 651-322-6016 or stephanie.baumann@rosemountmn.gov. But don’t ask where we are going she’s been sworn to secrecy!
*Requires pre-registration. Please see page 2 for registration options.
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Upcoming Parks & Rec Trips & Outings
Steeple Center Book Club
Parks & Rec Programs & Offerings Yoga*
Friday, October 20, 10:00am
Book Title: “Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law” by Mary Roach
Callingallbooklovers! Wearepartnering upwiththeRobertTrailLibrarytooffera bookclubrighthereattheSteepleCenter. Thereisnocost,andnoneedtoregister.
Craft Club*
Tuesday, October 17, 1:00pm
Steeple Center, Room 202
Register By: October 10
Cost: $6/person
Project: Fall Stenciled Wood Sign
Joinusforafun afternoonofcrafting!
Suppliesandtoolswill beprovided,anda facilitatorwillbe presenttoleadthe project. Pleasenotethat picturesareexamples only;actualprojectswill vary. Classspaceis limited,soreserveyour spottoday!
DrumFIT Cardio Drumming*
Tuesdays, 10:00am, $10/month Room 200
Register By: October 2
WehavepartneredwithDrumFIT,theworld’s leadingcardiodrummingprogram,tohave accesstotheirextensiveon-demandclass contentandvideolibrary. DrumFITisaunique cardiodrummingprogram,designedforolder adults,thatusesmovementandrhythmto benefitboththemindandbody.
Tuesdays: October 3 24
Thursdays: October 5 26
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 “Champions”
Monday, October 23, 1:00pm
Assembly Hall
Skipthetheaterprices andcomeenjoyafree moviepresentation withyourfriendsatthe SteepleCenter! Closed captioningwillbe turnedon.
Blood Pressure Checks
Tuesday, October 3
10:45 11:15am
Steeple Center, Conference Room
AnursefromTheRosemountSenior LivingwillbeattheSteepleCenterthe firstTuesdayofeachmonthtodo FREE bloodpressurechecks!
*Requires pre-registration. Please see page 2 for registration options.
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Other Opportunities
Rosemount Fall Food Truck Festival
Saturday, September 16
Time: 4:00-9:00pm
Central Park
2893 145th St. W.
Joinusforthefifth annualFallFood TruckFestival! This familyfriendlyevent willincludegreat foodfromavarietyof trucks,abeertent, andlivemusicfrom “FiveMinuteMajor” from4-5:30pmand“GoodforGary”from6-9pm. Forfurtherinformation,pleasecontact RosemountParks&Recreationat651-322-6000. Acompletelistoffoodtruckswillbepublishedon theCity’swebsite.
Flu Shots
Tuesday, October 3 10:00am 11:30am
Steeple Center Lobby
CubPharmacystaffwill beonsitetoadminister fluvaccinations. These arecoveredbyMedicare PartBandmost insuranceplans,so pleasebringyourcards.
Reminder—Free Air: Behind the Scenes*
Wednesday, September 13, 1-2pm
Steeple Center, Room 200
FREE!
Register by: Monday, September 11
Joinusaswelearnmoreabouttheexcitingworld premiereoftheplay“FreeAir”writtenbyRAAC memberJohnLochanddirectedbyKeithReed. Theywillbeonhandtodiscussauniquepartof Rosemount’shistorywhenHollywoodcameto towntofilmanadaptationofSinclairLewis’book FreeAir. Seephotosandhearstoriesfromthe productionprocessofthefirstmovieeverfilmed inMinnesotain1921.Theywillalsotalkabout theirupcomingplay,whichwillbringthebookand movietolifeonstagerighthereattheSteeple Center!
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:
• Country Faire: Artists, Authors, Music, Activities, and Food FREE!
Saturday,September16th,10:00am 4:00pm
Joinusforanold-timefaironthegroundsoftheSteeple CenterandinAssemblyHall. Artists’workwillinclude: fiberart,hand-craftedstonejewelry,woodcraft,mixed media,photographyandpainting. Woodcarverswillbe demonstratingtheircraft,authorswillbesigningand sellingtheirbooks,andlivemusicandfoodtruckswillbe onthe lawn.
Comedy Sportz Improv $16
Friday,September22nd,7:00pm
“A Hard Day’s Night” Beatles Tribute—$25
Friday,October27th,7:00pm
RAAC’s PHD and UFO Group:
Doyouhaveanyprojectshalfdone(PHDs)orunfinished objects(UFOs)hangingaroundyourhouse? Beit knitting,crocheting,beadwork,embroidery,woolwork oranyothertypeofhandwork,wewouldlovetohave youjoinourgroup. Thisisasocialgrouphopingtofinish projectswhileenjoyingthecamaraderiefoundwithlike artists. Thereisnofeeassociatedwithjoiningthis group.Forquestions,pleasecontactJeanCrewson,952994-1480orjccrewson@@gmail.com. The group will meet on Thursdays from 12:30-3:30pm in Room 202.
Second Act Players
TheSecondActPlayersofRosemountisamembership organizationforseniorsage50andover,interestedin thetheater. Therearemanyopportunitiesforbecoming involved,including:actinginplaysandskits,set construction,stagemanagement,directing,lightingand soundoperation,scriptwriting,costumedesign,classes, fieldtrips,improvisationalworkshops,community outreach,andmore. Formoreinformation,visit www.secondactplayers.com.
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RAS Executive Board
President RichardKnutson
612-840-6669
Vice-Pres. KarenSchraan
651-322-7885
Secretary OpenPosition
Treasurer TerranceYourchuck
651-423-2782
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
