News from the Steeple Center
A Publication for 55 Plus/Seniors
Rosemount Parks & Rec
2875
Rosemount, MN 55068
Center 14375 South Robert Tr. Rosemount, MN 55068 (no mail delivery to this address)
National Hot Chocolate Day
Thursday, January 29
1:30—2:30pm (while supplies last)
Cost: FREE!
Steeple Center Lobby
Escapethewinterbluesandcozyupnexttothefireplacein theSteepleCenterlobbywherewewillbecelebrating NationalHotChocolateDay! Wewillhaveahotchocolatebar setupwithfuntoppingstochoosefrom. Grabadrinkand enjoytheafternoonattheSteepleCenter!
55+ Driver Discount Program*
Wednesday, January 7, 9:00am 1:00pm
Register By: December 30
Cost: $24
Steeple Center, Room 200
Completethiscoursetogeta10%discountonyourautoinsurancepremiums! Taughtasapresentationfromacertifiedinstructor,you’lldiscusschallenges wefaceasdrivers,newroaddesigns,vehicletechnology,andupdateson currentlaws.Bestofall,therearenowrittenorbehindthewheeltests! Certificatewillbeprovidedattheendofclass.
The Labyrinth of Senior Living*
Tuesday, January 20, 10:00am
Register By: January 13
Cost: FREE!
Navigatingseniorlivingoptionscanbe overwhelming,oftenleadingtouncertainty orevenpostponeddecisions.This educationalsessionwillprovideinsights intounderstandingtheseniorlivingworld. We'lldiscussavailableoptionsandwhatto considerregardingcareneeds,budget,and amenities.Wewillalsocoverpayment options,thebesttimetoconsideramove, andhowworkingwithanAdvisoroffers personalizedguidanceandsupport throughouttheentireprocess.Presentedby LauraWarholwithAssistedLivingLocators.
Noon Year’s Eve Bash*
Wednesday, December 31
10:30am-12:30pm
Assembly Hall
Register By: Tuesday, Dec. 16
Cost: $20/person
Ringinthenewyearwithout havingtowaituntilmidnight! Our NoonYear’sEvebashwillfeature awonderfulcateredbrunch buffet,anawesomephotobooth, musicand dancing,anda countdownand toastat12pm. Feelfreetodress toimpressand joininthefun!
*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
• 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 City Hall
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.
Minnesota Aging Pathways (Formerly Senior LinkAge Line)
1-800-333-2433
Free information and referral service that makes it easy for older adults and their families to find community resources close to home.
MN Aging & Disability Resources mn.gov/adresources/
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 $1 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.
Woodcarving Club Room 202
Mondays & Fridays, 9 a.m.
Book Club Room 200
3rd Fridays, 10 a.m.
Steeple Service Crew Offsite
Monthly Volunteer Opportunities
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.
January 2026
*Advanced registration required, see page 2 for options
^ Appointment required, see pages 7-8
^^ Pre-screening required, 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*
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 10:00 Open Painting 11:30 Luncheon* 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga*
9:00 Driver Discount Program* 9:30 Canasta 11:00 Quilt Club
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* 2:30 Pound Fitness* 9 8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 7:00 651 Jazz Concert**
9:00 Bid Euchre 9:00 Medicare Counseling^ 10:00 Open Painting 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga* 14 8:30 Steeple Service Crew The Open Door Pantry* 9:30 Canasta 15 9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 11:00 Dementia Support Group^^ 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga* 2:30 Pound Fitness* 16
8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 7:00 500 Tourney 17 19 STEEPLE CENTER CLOSED 20
9:00 Bid Euchre 9:00 The Foot Nurse^ 10:00 Labyrinth of Senior Living* 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga* 1:00 Craft Club* 21 9:30 Canasta 11:00 Quilt Club 1:00 Bingo* 22 9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga* 2:30 Pound Fitness* 23 8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 7:00 Root Pickers Bluegrass Concert**
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
9:00 Bid Euchre 10:00 Open Painting 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga*
9:00 Advisory Committee Meeting 9:30 Canasta 12:00 The Foot Nurse^ 1:00 Card Bingo
9:00 Cribbage 9:15 Art Deco in St. Paul* 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga* 1:30 National Hot Chocolate Day 2:30 Pound Fitness*
8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 31
Rosemount Area Seniors Information
Monthly Luncheon*
Tuesday, January 6
Register By: December 30
$15 for members/$17 for non-members
11:30am Lunch
12:15pm Entertainment
Assembly Hall
Joinusforadeliciousporkroastdinnerand dessertcateredbyHouseofCoates. The afterlunchentertainmentwillbeCard Bingo! Pleasebring3nickels,3dimes,3 quarters,anda$1billforantes.Preregistrationandpaymentisrequired. Registrationoptionsarelistedonpagetwo.
500 Tournament
Friday, January 16, 7:00pm Steeple Center, Room 100
$1/person
Knowledgeableplayersofallagesarewelcome. Registrationstartsat6:45p.m.andplaybeginsat7pm sharp! Thecostis$1,whichisusedasprizemoney.
Sunshine Service
Please contact Alan Kohls at 952-2016735, if you know of an RAS member who could use a little “Sunshine” greeting.
2026 RAS Membership
Don’tforgettorenewyourRASMembershipfor 2026! FormscanbefoundattheSteepleCenter. Oncecompleted,returnthemwithpaymenttothe dropboxattheSteepleCenter,or youcanalso skiptheformandrenewyourmembershiponline atrosemountmn.gov/parks. If you have not yet renewed for 2026, this is the last newsletter you will receive in the mail.
Upcoming Trip: Registration Opens December 8
Art Deco in St. Paul*
Thursday, January 29
Registration Deadline: Monday, January 5
Cost - $92/person
Bus leaves Community Center at 9:15am and returns at approximately 3:15pm Thistripwillincludea90-minutedocent-ledwalking/standingtouroftheRamseyCountyCourthouse andSt.PaulCityHall,takinginthearchitecturallysignificantspacesandfeatures.Thebuildingservesas themainlocationforMinnesota’sSecondJudicialCourtandCityHall. ItcontainsTheVisionofPeace,the world’slargestcarvedonyxstatue.Thisisaworkingbuilding;notallroomsareavailabletotouratall times. Thebuildingissubjecttosecurityissuesandgovernmentregulationsthatmayrequirelastminuterestrictionsandchanges. Afterthetour,wewillhavelunchat1881EatingHouseinSt.Paul’s UnionDepot. Youwillhaveachoiceofthe1881burgerwithcheddar,pickles,garlicaioli,lettuce,tomato, onionandfries,orthecranberryturkeysandwichwithcranberrybrieaioli,lettuce,bacon,marinated tomatoandappleoncranberrywildricebreadandalsoservedwithfries. Followinglunch,wewilltakea narrated60-minutestanding/walkingtouroftheelegantneo-classicalUnionDepot,whichwasthe dreamofrailroadbaronJamesJ.Hill.Completedin1926,itwasthelargestconstructionprojectofthe 20thcenturyinSt.Paul. HearhowtherailroadsliterallyshapedthecityofSt.Paulandaboutthefiery pastthatledtothecurrentdepot’screation.Learnwhyitwasalsoimportanttogangstersand prohibitionists.Youwillalsoenjoythearchitectureandbeautifulpublicart.
*Requires pre-registration. Please see page 2 for registration options.
Registrationforallfourtripswillopenon Monday, December 8th at 8:00am. Youcanregisteronlineorin personattheSteepleCenter. TheSteepleCenterwillopenearlyat8:00amthatmorning.
Murder Mystery Luncheon*
Thursday, February 12
Registration Deadline: Monday, January 12
Cost - $100/person
Bus leaves Community Center at 10:15am and returns at approximately 2:15pm ThistripwilltakeyoutothetinyvillageofAfton,wherewewillvisitthehistoricAftonHouseInnoverlooking theSt.CroixRiverValley. Builtin1867,theAftonHouseInnisenrichedinhistoryandprovidestheperfect settingforamurdermystery! Uponarrival,youwillreceiveyourpartfortheplay(note:youcanbean onlookerorparticipant). Intheprocessofremovingsuspicionfromyourself,youquestionorpointtoothers withmotiveandopportunity. Duringthesetwohoursoflaughterandmysterysolving,youwillbeserveda deliciousluncheon. Themenuincludes:rosemaryroastedporkloinwithgarlicmashedpotatoes,arosemary deminglaze,freshvegetables,rolls&butter,coffeeorteaanddessert. Afterthemysteryissolved,takeafew minutestolookaroundthehistoricpropertyandcheckoutsomeoftheB&Broomsifnotoccupied,whichare furnishedwithheritagepiecesanddecoratedwithcozyamenities.
Spam Museum & Hormel Mansion*
Wednesday, March 18
Registration Deadline: Monday, February 16
Cost - $88/person
Bus leaves Community Center at 8:00am and returns at approximately 4:45pm JoinusonatriptodowntownAustintovisittheSPAM®Museum! Takeaselfguidedtourofthemuseum,whichfeaturesinteractiveand educationaldisplaysdepictingtherichhistoryofHormelFoods. Don’tforgettocheckoutthegiftshopaswell,whichhascollectiblememorabiliaandSPAM®products,even thehard-to-findvarieties. Afterthemuseum,wewillheadtotheHormelHouseDiningFacilityforadelicious lunchofgrilledchickenbreastservedonabedofwildrice,ahousesaladwithparmesanpeppercorndressing, andarollanddessert. AfterlunchwewilltourthehistoricHormelHouse,thestatelyhomeofGeorgeA.and LillianHormelfrom1901to1927. Stainedglasswindowsandleadedglassbeautifullyaccentthedecorative woodworkinthissix-bedroomhome. Onourwayhome,wewillstoptopurchasespecialtycandiesandice creamtreatsattheRussellStoverCandyStoreinOwatonna.
Orchestra Hall Coffee Concert*
Thursday, April 9
Registration Deadline: Monday, March 2
Cost - $100/person
Bus leaves Community Center at 9:45am and returns at approximately 3:45pm EnjoyalovelytriptoOrchestraHallindowntownMinneapolis,starting withcomplimentarycoffeeanddonutsinthelobbyspace. Thentakeina performanceofTchaikovskySymphonyNo.6bytheMinnesotaOrchestra. AlthoughLeilaJosefowiczcuther teethonstandardrepertoire,thebiggesttransformationofherprofessionallifehasbeenthechanceto collaboratewithlivingcomposers.NearthetopofthatimpressivelistisJohnAdams,whoshesays“changed mylifetotally.”ThisprogrambeginswithatreatforAmericanhistorybuffsandendswithTchaikovsky’s emotionsridinghigh. Aftertheperformance,wewillhavelunchattheHenHouseEateryincludingacupof soupmadefromscratchdaily,achickensaladsandwich,abeverage,andacookie.
Free Movie Monday: “Nonnas”
Monday, January 26, 1pm
Assembly Hall
"Nonnas"isaheartfeltdramedyaboutJoe Scaravella,whoopensanItalianrestaurant inNewYork,honoringhislatemotherand grandmotherbyemployinggrandmothers fromaroundtheworldaschefs.Closed captioningwillbeturnedon.
Craft Club*
Tuesday, January 20, 1:00pm
Register By: January 13
Cost: $8/person
Project: Heart Painting
Joinusforafunafternoonofcrafting!Supplies andtoolswillbeprovided, andafacilitatorwillbe presenttoleadtheproject. Pleasenotethatpicturesare examplesonly;actual projectswillvary.
Gentle Stretch & Meditation*
Mondays: January 5 26 (skip 1/19)
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: January 6 27
Thursdays: January 8—29
Register By: 1 WEEK Prior to Session
Cost: $30/session (4 classes)
Steeple Center, Room 200
JoininstructorsStaceyPopp(Tuesdays) andLoriKampa(Thursdays)forthis50+ yogaclass. Properbreathingandgentle postureswillbetaughttoenhancestrength andmobility. Chairsareavailableandcan beusedtoadaptposesforyourcomfort. Theclassenvironmentwillhelppromote peaceful,joyfulandhealthyindividuals. Participantsareencouragedtobringtheir ownmats.
Pound Fitness*
Thursdays: January 8—29
Register By: 1 WEEK Prior to Session
Cost: $30/session (4 classes)
Steeple Center, Room 200
Designedforallfitnesslevels(anyage,any stage!).Veryeasytomodify,Pound®Rockout Workoutisacardiojamsessioninspiredby theinfectious,energizingfunofplayingthe drums!Becomethemusicinthisexhilarating workoutthatcombinescardio,conditioning andstrengthtrainingwithyogaandPilatesinspiredmovements.UsingRipstix®,lightly weighteddrumsticksengineeredspecifically forexercise,thisworkouttransforms drummingintoanincrediblyeffectivewayof workingout.Thedrumminghelpswith timing,coordination,speed,agility, enduranceandmusicality.Thisworkout providestheperfectatmosphereforletting loose,gettingenergized,improvingyour healthandrockingout.Comejoinus!Bringa waterbottleandyogamat,ifdesired.Chairs andRipstix®provided.
*Requires pre-registration. Please see page 2 for registration
Programs & Reminders
The Foot Nurse
3rd Tuesday, 9am-12pm
4th Wednesday, 12-3:30pm
$75/30-minute clinic visit
Appointments Required
MobileFootCarebyRegisteredNursesoffered righthereattheSteepleCenter! Theywilltrim toenails,managefungalnails,reducecorn/callus, andprovidediabeticfootcare.Appointmentsare required. Callthemat651-829-3944orschedule onlineatthefootnurse.net.
Dementia Support Group
Third Thursdays , 11am 12pm FREE!
Thissupportgroupforpeoplewith early-stagedementiaandtheir caregiversprovidesinformation, resourcesandsupportdirectlytotheperson impacted. Alzheimer’sAssociationsupportgroups, conductedbytrainedfacilitatorsareasafeplace forpeoplewithdementiatodevelopasupport system,exchangepracticalinformationonliving wellwithdementia,learnaboutcommunity resources,andtalkthroughissuesandconcerns. All participants in the early-stage support group must go through a pre-screening process by calling the Alzheimer Association’s 24/7 Helpline at 1.800.272.3900. Sponsoredby DARTSandtheAlzheimer’sAssociation.
Steeple Service Crew Volunteer Opportunity
Wednesday, January 14, 8:30—10:30am
The Open Door
3000 Ames Crossing Rd, #100, Eagan
PleasejointheServiceCrewattheOpenDoor PantryinEagan! We'llbestockingthefoodpantry sowearyourcomfyshoes.We'llmeetattheOpen Doorat8:30amandworkuntil10:30am.
Winter Weather Policy
Asareminder,theSteepleCenterwillclosewhen ISD196(Rosemount,AppleValley,Eagan)cancels schoolforwinterweather. WhenISD196callsfora delayedstartorearlyreleasetotheschoolday,the SteepleCenterwillremainopenwithnormalhours. Theoneexceptiontothispolicywillbeifschools areclosedonaluncheonday,theSteepleCenter willremainopenandtheluncheonwillgoonas scheduled.
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:
• 651 Jazz Concert $16
Friday,January9th,7pm
651Jazzisagroupoflike-mindedjazzmusiciansfrom theRosemount/AppleValleyareawhoplaytheirown arrangementsofjazzandotherstandards. Whetherit’sa torchlightvocal,swing,Latin,orblues,the651Jazzwill playamixofstylesthatwillentertainandengageyoufor theevening.
• “Root Pickers” Folk/Country/Bluegrass —$18
Friday,January23rd,7pm
RootPickersareveteranmembersofthelocalmusic sceneplayingacousticFolk,Country,Blues,Bluegrass, andRocknRollfromBobDylantoChuckBerrytoBill Monroe,toIrishmusicandmore! FeaturingVocalswith Guitar,Mandolin,Banjo,FiddleandBass.
RAAC’s UFO and PHD Group:
ThePHD/UFO(ProjectsHalfDone/UnfishedObjects) groupisnotacraftsgroup,butpeoplewhoenjoy creatingworksofartinvariousFibermediums. The typesofworkinvolvequilting,embroidery,woolwork, needlepoint,crossstitch,hardanger,knitting,crocheting, crewel,woolfeltingandanyothertypesoffiberart. Peoplejointhegroupnotonlytoworkontheirprojects buttolearnfromothers,showofftheirfinishedwork, andtosocialize.
Thereisnofeetojointhegroupnordoesonehavetobe aRAACmember. Anyonecancomeandjointhegroup andbringtheirPHD/UFOswiththem. Welovetoseethe differentfinishedprojectsandlearnnewtechniquesthat othersareusing. Forquestions,pleasecontactJean Crewson,952-994-1480orjccrewson@@gmail.com. The group will meet on Thursdays from 12:303:30pm in Room 202.
RAS Advisory Committee
• JoyBester,952-484-7287
• ChrisFranke,952-431-6364
• DeanGrotjohn,952-431-5431
• MarilynHead,719-684-4994
• KenJax,612-708-2030
• GinnyKaiser,612-247-0892
• RosannSowada,952-432-9378
RosemountParks&Rec
Main Office: 651-322-6000
Stephanie Baumann: 651-322-6016
SC Building Attendant: 651-245-0171
Medicare Insurance Counseling
2nd Tuesdays: 9am, 10:15am, 11:30am
Appointments Required—FREE!
DoyouhavequestionsaboutMedicare, Supplement/Medigap,andAdvantageplans?We provideMedicareCounselinginyourareatothose whocurrentlyhaveMedicare,arenewtoMedicare, orareplanningforthefuture.Atnocost,we provideunbiasedinformationaboutthedifferent partsofMedicare,youroptions,andwaysto potentiallyloweryourMedicarecosts.Interpreters arealsoavailableuponrequest.Ifyouhave questions,wehaveanswers! Schedulean appointmentbyvisiting trellisconnects.org/ medicareappt (preferred),byusingtheQRcode, orcalltheSeniorLinkAgeLineat1-800-333-2433.
2875 145th Street West Rosemount, MN 55068