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H-3. Senior Center ReportCITY OF CHMIMSEN MEMORANDUM 7700 Market Boulevard TO: Todd Hoffirtan, Park and Recreation Director PO Box 147 Chanhassen, MN 55317 FROM: Susan Bill, Senior Center Coordinator Administration DATE: June 24, 2014 Phone: 952.227.1100 Fax: 952.227.1110 SUBJ: Senior Center Activities Update Building Inspections Phone: 952.227.1180 Fax: 952.227.1190 The Senior Center has been a very busy place now that the weather is finally warm. Educational programs, monthly special events and day trips are especially popular. Engineering Phone: 952.227.1160 Featured programs: Fax: 952.227.1170 . Education Programs: Wisdom of Our Founders: The US Constitution; Tech Bytes Q &A, Total Motion Release Workshop; What Do Those Numbers Mean?; Skin Finance Phone: 952.227.1140 Care Basics; A Matter of Balance; Dream Interpretation; Wednesday Walking Fax: 952.227.1110 Club; Spring Floral Design. Park & Recreation • Special Events: Passport to the World: Cruising on the Danube Vietnam (50), Phone: 952.227.1120 Lake Ann Picnic (158), Ole and Lena Come to Lunch (88), Annual Cribbage Fax: 952.227.1110 Tournament (38). Recreation Center 2310 Coulter Boulevard • Daytrips: The Landing (25), St Croix Broadway Theater (44), St Cloud Phone: 952.227.1400 Paramount Theater (52), Old World Amish (48) Fax: 952.227.1404 Please join us for the annual "Evening with the Mayor" which will take place Thursday, Planning & Natural Resources Jul 10 at 5 p.m. Dinner will be served , Mayor Furlong will talk about what's happening Phone: 952.227.1130 in Chanhassen, and then all are invited to grab their lawn chairs and enjoy a "Concert in Fax: 952.227.1110 the Park" featuring music geared to older adults. Public Works Attached is the summer edition of the Senior Connection newsletter featuring only Senior 7901 Park Place Center events. Phone: 952.227.1300 Fax: 952.227.1310 Senior Center Phone: 952.227.1125 Fax: 952.227.1110 Web Site www.ci.chanhassen.mn.us g: \senior center \senior center update for todd \6 -14 sr ctr update.doc Chanhassen is a Community for Life - Providing for Today and Planning for Tomorrow I. I � r 2014 Summer Chanhassen SENIOR CENTER NEWSLETTER tia k } P'- f 1 r The Senior Center is a community- gathering place for ages 55+ to come together for activities, programs and services. Programs promote wellness and healthy aging by providing opportunities for quality education, nutrition and recreational activities. The Senior Center is conveniently located in the lower level of City Hall in downtown Chanhassen. i z � 7700 Market Boulevard • PO Box 147 • Chanhassen • MN 55317 952 - 227 -1125 • . CI .CHANHASSEN.MN.USISENIORCENTER s% SPSPECIAL SENIOR E VENTS We afl Screw for Credd SENIOR CENTER SOCIAL AND OPEN HOUSE Join us for a really "cool evening!" Ice cream social, informative senior center open house and amazing music by The Foggy Valley Boys, a barbershop quartet. Bring a friend, meet new people and enjoy a beautiful summer evening outside. Wed., August 13, 6.8 pm . Chan Senior Center - FREE call 952.227.1125 to register - Deadline: August 6 An Evening with the Mayor Enjoy a delicious picnic -style dinner of fried chicken and summer favorites as we dine with the Mayor. Mayor Furlong will update us on 'what's happening in Chanhassen'' and answer questions. After dinner, enjoy the music in the park with the KleinBank Summer Concert series featuring "Chuck Thiel ` ! and His Jolly Ramblers.' Bring lawn chairs and enjoy this fun summer evening. Thursday, July 10, 5 pm • Chanhassen Senior Center $8 Residents/$9 Non - Residents - Registration Deadline: Wed., July 2 t1k, LAes Tea Imch and VINTAGE HAT scow Remember the days when no woman was well dressed without a hat? Step back in time as you enjoy our classic hat collection. We will start out in the late 1800s with a braided "horsehair" hat and move through the early 1900s with the "boaters" and large "picture" straw hats. Who would have guessed that hat pins would grow to illegal lengths? From there, we will go to the '20s where the automobile made a huge impact on the style of hats. Moving on through the '30s where veils and extreme wearing angles were popular. The AS saw a variety of styles where adornments were wom in excess. Finally on to the '50s ffascinating tidbits about hats and their history. We will enjoy a delicious tea luncheon after the show. Special thanks to Purple Box Jewelry for their financial support of this event! Thursday, September 4, 11 am • Chanhassen Senior Center $12 Residents/$14 Non - Residents - Registration Deadline: Monday, August 25 (f_1q (iO i Wine and Canvas presents, "Coffee and Canvas." It's all the RAGE! If you're looking for a fun and memorable morning; a relaxed atmosphere; cof- fee and treats; and a little creativity; this class is for YOU! Within a couple hours, a talented instructor will guide you in replicating a beautiful painting. Paint, brushes, a 16x20 gallery- wrapped canvas, easels and aprons are provided. You'll love your WORK -OF -ART! Join us for this fantastically fun class. No painting experience necessary, By the end of class you will have created a fabulous masterpiece that you can take home. Code No. 6143.118 • Saturday, August, 16, 9 am -12 pm Chanhassen Senior Center - $40 per person Registration Deadline: Friday, August 8 Registration Policy: All trip payments are due on or before the registration deadline. Registration cannot be confirmed until payment is made. Payment may be made via our website, by check, cash, or VISA/MasterCard/Amex. Make checks payable to the City of Chanhassen. Mail or drop off your registration form at the Chanhassen Senior Center, 7700 Market Blvd., P.O. DAY TR S Box 147, Chanhassen, MN 55317. No refunds are made for cancellation unless the trip is cancelled by the Senior Center. All trips depart from the Chanhassen Recreation Center, 2310 Coulter Boulevard, Chanhassen, MN 55317 • Old World Amish Country We'll visit the Dells Mill and Museum in Augusta, Wisconsin for an educational and entertaining tour. The mill was built in 1864 and is one of a very few flour and grist mills still in operation today. For lunch, we will have a soup /salad/ sandwich buffet at the quaint Black Bear Supper Club. In the afternoon, our step -on guide will take us on a tour of this Old WorldAmish Community. Learn about their simple way of life without today's modern conveniences. If time permits, the tour will include a visit to the Wood Shed, home to Amish gifts, heirlooms, quilts, and furniture. Code No. 6143.102 • Wednesday, June 25,715 am- 6 pm Bus Departs from the Chan Rec Center $64 (includes tours, lunch, transportation, and travel snack) Registration Deadline: Monday, June 2 Sumer Pops s Orchestra Beautiful music awaits as we travel to the Historic Nioollet Island Pavilion for a concert by the Minneapolis Pops Orchestra. After, we'll dine at Kieran's Irish Pub. A Farmers Fare lunch buffet includes 3 hot sandwiches (roasted chicken, corned beef, & pot roast beef), salad, potatoes, dessert & beverage. Code No. 6143.104 • Wednesday, July 16, 9 am-21S pm Bus Departs from the Chan Roc Center. $39 (includes transportation and lunch) PaymentlRegistration Deadline: Monday, June 30 1-T {, .r , r _ t � Al Alma's lunch Cruise AI and Alma's public cruises are the perfect way to take in the incredible sites and history of Lake Minnetonka. Voted "Best Of"Twin Cities, their award winning crew and fleet of yachts promise to thrill and delight you Enjoy a leisurely lunch of a sandwich, salad, cookie, and beverages while captain and crew share stories of the lake, point out beautiful estates, and navigate areas of the Lake Code No. 6143.106 a Monday, August 11,10:30 am-1:45 pm Bus Departs from the Chan Rec Center • $35 Includes cruise, lunch, & transportation. Registration Deadline: Monday, July 21 Senior Center Twins Game at Target Field! Take Me Out To The Ball Game ... Take Me Out to the Crowd ... Travel by bus to Target Field to watch our hometown Twins play with a spectacular view of the Minneapolis skyline. Great seats are reserved at the Twins Stadium to take on the Cleveland Indians. Game time is 12:10 pm. Code No. 6143.105 • Wednesday, July 23,10:45 am until after the game (approximately 4 pm) Bus departs from Chan Rec Center - $48 (includes transportation and ticket) Payment/Registration Deadline: Monday, June 30 Adftl. This is a trip worth betting on! Gather yourfriends and enjoy round trip deluxe motor coach transportation to St. Croix Casino, courtesy of Shamrock Casino Tours. Each person will receive $5 in quarters at the Casino. That's right —you pay $5 and you get $5! Must be 55 years or older. Please provide your birth date (day /month /year) and St. Croix Casino number (if applicable) when registering. Code No. 6143.103 Monday, June 30,8:30 am-5 pm Bus Departs from the Chan Rec Center $5 (includes transportation) Payment/Registration Deadline: Monday, June 16 B �-y 1 t=" Are you ready? Will we drive north, east, south, or west? Pack your bag and be our guest! Take a fall jaunt with us and discover wonderful sur- prises that combine unique sites and attractions! Our inviting Minnesota destination will provide you with a memorable experience full of history, food and culture. Our itinerary will stay a secret, no 'dine "ing allowed! Just bring your sense of adventure and sense of humor! You won't believe what we have in store for you on this one night mystery trip. Code No. 6143.113 Tuesday & Wednesday, September 9.10 8:15 am on Tues.- 4:15 pm on Wed. Double Occupancy: $200 per person Single Occupancy: $248 per person (Price includes transportation, lodging, meals and admissions) Bus Departs from the Chan Rec Center Registration/Payment Deadline: Monday, August 4 hill ffJMN1!@ME Medicare can be complicated. Meet with a State Health Insurance Counselor who provides individual assistance with Medicare, prescription drugs, Long -term care insurance, supplemental insurance, Medicare savings programs, Medicare fraud and abuse, and more! Call 952- 227 -1125 to make an appointment. Second Tuesday of the Month 9 am -12 noon Senior Center Maple Room Have you always wanted to learn to play Cribbage? Well, here's your chance! Cribbage is a card game played with a deck of standard playing cards and a cribbage board. Join us for free in- structional cribbage lessons. Fridays, June 6.27, 9.11 am Chanhassen Senior Center FREE but please call to register Registration Deadline: Monday, June 2 Join us for coffee, donuts and casual conversation with the Sheriffs Deputies that serve Chanhassen. This month the topic will focus on transportation and driver safety issues in Chanhassen, Hear what's going on in the area and share what's on your mind. Monday, July 14, 9 am Chanhassen Senior Center FREE but please call to register Registration Deadline: Monday, July 7 The CAP Agency Senior Nutrition Program offers meals to homebound seniors in.Chanhassen and Congregate Dining. Enjoy hot nutritious meals deliv- ered right to your door or at the nutrition site, which is located in the Chanhassen Senior Center. Both programs offer a hot and nutritious meal Monday - Friday. A three -day reservation is required and the program requests a $4 con- tribution. If you are 60 years of age or older, please join your friends for a meal, fellowship and fun, or if you are considered homebound, call for a home delivered meal. The CAP gency has expanded the menu to include gluten free, low salt entrees and reduced cal- orie dessert options. Reservations for all meals can be made by calling Jody at 952 - 227 -1127. 1 1 Something as simple as a walk can help you live a healthier life, maintain a healthy weight, strengthen your bones, lift your mood and improve your bal- ance and coordination. Join the group as they venture out and explore our great trails. All levels of walkers are welcome. Trail maps will be provided. Please call the Senior Center at 952- 227 -1125 for more information. Foot care services include a soak, assessment, nail trimming and mas- sage. Appointments last approximately 30- minutes. Due to the high demand for this service, we ask that you schedule appointments every other month. Ap- pointments are required and can be made by calling 952- 227 -1125. First Tues. of the Month - 8:30 am -12:15 pm Chanhassen Senior Center - $28 (paid at time of service) Are you looking for a fun activity to do with your grandchild? Look no further! Join us at the Lake Susan Park picnic shelter - _ itvc I for Bingo in the Park. Prizes will be awarded and snacks and beverages will be provided. t; _ Code No. 6143.114 Tuesday, June 17, 2-3:30 pm $4 per child with Grandparent Registration Deadline: Tuesday, June 10 �; r Computers made easy! Informal and easy to understand Q &A session designed for those look- ing to learn more about working with their computer. Join us with or without your computer /iPad/ smart phone. Whether you are looking to change a setting, keep yourself current, stay in touch, or more -we'll do our best to help provide the answers. Fridays, May 23, June 27 and July 25,1.2:30 pm Chanhassen Senior Center FREE, but please call 952- 227.1125 to register one week prior to each session Taking photos with your digital camera, phone or iPad is fun, easy, and addictive. Suddenly you find yourself with tons of photos on your hard drive, and more that have been printed for your desk and walls. How should you orga- nize and catalogue your photos? Learn some tips to help clean up the clutter, edit, and enjoy your digital memories. Thursday, June 19, 10 am - $5 Chanhassen Senior Center Registration Deadline: Monday, June 9 Presented by Heather Brand and Brian Rodenz with Click Start HEALTH, EDUCATION &WELLNESS Have you turned down the chance to go out with family or friends because you were concerned about falling? Did you know that the fear of falling can be just as dangerous as falling itself? This 8 -week group program, you'll learn exercises to increase strength, balance, recognize fall hazards in the home and community, how to be assertive about fall prevention and recognize fall -ty habits. Mondays, June 16- August 4, 2.4 pm 0 -$60 Depending on Income (Sliding Fee Scale) Plus a $5 Registration Fee Chanhassen Senior Center. Maple Room Registration Deadline: Monday, June 9 Presented by Normandale Center for Healing & Wholeness 4 Nothing good on TV...? Challenge yourself with a jigsaw puzzle in- stead. According to the Alzheimer Society of Canada, working with puzzles is one of the many activi- ties that can keep the brain active and reduce the risk of Alzheimers Disease. Puzzles can be rented for $1 each. Please return after use. We have an assortment for all to enjoy. We also take donations of gently used 300, 500 and 1,000 piece jigsaw puzzles. Chanhassen Senior Center Call 952227.1125 for more information An energizing fun program for adults ages 55+ that includes a variety of low- impact activities that are designed to get you moving. Work at their own pace under the instruction of trainer, Ben Walker. Fit for Life will help you work on improving fit- ness, strength, balance and coordination. Code No. 4142.110 24 Sessions Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 8- September 21,10:30.11:30 am $84 Residentsl$89 Non - Residents Chan Recreation Center Required Registration Deadline: July 1 The Chanhassen Senior Center and the Americlnn of Chanhassen have teamed up for Open Swim for seniors. Punch cards need to be purchased at the Senior Center beforejoining. Towels, changing rooms, hot tub and whirlpool are available. For more info, call 952- 227 -1125. $24 for a 12- session punch card Code No. 5000.100 Hedh Comer withDr. Ruth P Dr. Ruth Peterson, DPM, RN,CHC will be discussing a new and informative topic each month. Dr. Ruth uses her 25+ years of clinical experience for educating and as an advocate for others in the health setting. She focuses her attention on helping patients and their families in receiving quality health care Your latest blood pressure reading was 146 /88. The doctor told you that your HDL was 46 and your total cho- lesterol was 222. Do you know if this is good news or bad news? Would you like to understand the concepts of blood pressure and cholesterol more completely? Dr. Peterson will break these topics (and numbers) down into simple, understandable concepts. Thursday, June 5,1 pm - FREE EVENT Chanhassen Senior Center Registration Deadline: Tuesday, May 27 Presented by Dr. Ruth Peterson Skin Care Basics and Sun Safety Tips We are all happy to get outside in the spring and summer. Learn about some practical steps to limit your exposure to UV rays and still enjoy the great Minne- sota outdoors. Curious what "Slip, Slop, Slap and Wrap means? Dr Peterson will cover skin care basics and how to read labels on sunscreen bottles. Thursday, June 5, 2 pm - FREE - Chanhassen Senior Center Registration Deadline: Tuesday, May 27 • Presented by Dr. Ruth Peterson PicUebdfl Funny Name, Fun Game Picldeball is like playing tennis with a ping -pong paddle on a badmin- ton court. Four people play; there are two players per team. Wear tennis shoes and comfortable clothing. Be prepared for laughter and meeting new friends. Games are played on the pickleball courts at the Chanhassen Rec Center. Come learn the game or advance your skills at our FREE Pickleball Clinics. CLINICS WILL BE HELD: Weds., May 21, 6 -7:30 pm (Indoor /Chan Rec Center) Tuesday, June 10, 8:30 -10 am (Outside/Chan Rec Center) Thursday, June 26, 6:30 -8 pm (Outside /Chan Rec Center) Tuesday, July 8, 8:30 -10 am (Outside/Chan Rec Center) Weds., July 23,6:30-8 pm (Outside /Chan Rec Center) Monday, August 11, 6:30 -8 pm (Outside/Chan Rec Center) Children & Families Welcome! WEEKLY PICKLEBALL TIMES Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (Outside /Chan Rec Center) All ages welcome. Experienced bridge player Mike Todd will provide 4 -basic bridge lessons for those who want to improve their skills. Lessons will cover basic bidding and play. Participants are encouraged to attend all 4- sessions. Please call 952 - 227 -1125 to register. C LUBS & 0 -GO N ING ACTIVITIES Meets 4th Monday of the Month BOOK CLUB , 1 -2:30 pm in the Senior Center Lively discussions of new & classic books. Meets every Wednesday BIXGU L. 12:303 pm in the Senior Center 20 games played. Each game costs 25¢ fj 10 Meets every Monday Driver 12:30 -3:30 pm in the Senior Center W. Contact Rosemary Whowell 952.949.6614 Sdfle � f _ Meets every Thursday 1-4 pm in the Senior Center $20124 per person CAB CLUB (The $20 rate applies toAARPmembers and 500 and Hand & Foot the $24 rate is for non- AARPmembers) HARP materials and a facilityR�ost fee := are included in the course iee. B BAGE Meets 1 st and 3rd Fridays of the Month 4-Hr. Refresher Course 1 -3 pm in the Senior Center If you have taken a state- approved 6 games played with prizes. $1 per person. 8-hour Defensive Driving course, you can now renew through this 4 -hour Meets Wednesdays & Fridays AARP refresher course. Please bring WOODCARVING 9 -11:30 am in Woodcarving Room your driver's license and yourAARP Volunteer instructor for first time carvers. card to class. Pre - registration is re- quired for these classes and is due CfM_o 5 days prior to start date. Payment is _LAI""S Meets every Tuesday (Except June -Aug.) made at time of registration. 12:30 -2:15 pm in the Senior Center Code No. 6143.108 Call Joan Staubli 952 - 294 -8292 Monday, June 9, 5:30.9:30 pm Chanhassen Senior Center Meets every Wednesday Code No. 6143.109 Tuesday, July 8,12:30 pm 4:30 pm MHJONGG in the Senior Center (Maple Room) Chanhassen Senior Center Askill and strategy game played with tiles. Code No. 6143.110 Wednesday, August 20,5:30-9:30 pm WOMENIS CLUB Meets 2nd Monday of the Month Chanhassen senior Center 9:30 -11 am in the Senior Center Code No. 6143,114 Friday, September 19, 8:30 am -12:30 pm Speakers, crafts, trips & volunteer options. Chanhassen senior center June 9 ....................Regular Meeting 8 -Hr. Driver Safety Course _ July 14 ............................. Details with the Deputies at 9 am followed by Regular Meeting This program is designed to refine existing skills and develop safe, Meets Fridays defensive driving techniques. If you are 55 years and older, completion 9:30 am -12 pm in the Senior Center of this course qualifies you for a liFUN Scrabble, Dominoes, Uno & more. 10% discount on your automobile insurance premium. Please bring CHNHASSE'SEM0 R (CSCAS) i��eets 3rd Monday your driver's license and your 9:30 -10:30 am in the Senior Center AARP card toclass.Allparticipants CENTERADVISORYBOARD Members help make recommendations must pre - register. Payment made on sociallrecreational programs /services. at time of registration. Code No. 6143.111 Monday & Tuesday The Senior Center offers these activities on a weeklyylmonthi basis. June 23 & 24, 5:30.9:30 pm Come experience the fun! Call the Senior Center at 952- 22i-11 for info. Chanhassen Senior Center t39_1I� ' ItIltuI Mail to or drop off registrations: Payment may be made by check, cash or Visa/MasterCard/Amex Chanhassen Senior Center, 7700 Market Boulevard, P.O. Box 147 Make checks payable to: City of Chanhassen Chanhassen, MN 55317 Website: www.ci.chanhassen.mn.us Participant's Name Date of Birth Address City, State & Zip Home Phone e -mail address: Alt. Phone (cell, work, etc.) ❑ A Matter of Balance, June 16- August 4, 0 -$60 Depending on Income, $5 Reg. Fee ❑ Bingo in the Park, June 17, $4 per Child with Grandparent ❑ Skin Care Basics and Safety Tips, June 5, FREE, call to register ❑ What Do Those Numbers Mean ?, June 5, FREE, call to register ❑ Digital Photos, Now What? June 19, $5 per person ❑ Old World Amish Country, June 25, $64 per person ❑ Turtle Lake Casino Trip, June 30, $5 per person ❑ An Evening with the Mayor, July 10, $8 Residents /$9 Non - Residents ❑ Lake Ann Picnic, June 12, FREE, call to register ❑ Minnesota Twins Game, July 23, $48 per person ❑ Al & Alma's Lunch Cruise, August 11, $35 per person, Code No. 6143.106 ❑ Overnight Mystery Trip, Sept. 9 & 10, See description for pricing, Code 6143.113 ❑ Ice Cream Social and Open House, August 13, FREE, call to register ❑ Ladies Tea Lunch and Vintage Hat Show, September 4, $12 Residents /$14 Non -Res. ❑ Bridge Lessons, Tuesdays, June 10 -July 1, $20 Res. /$24 Non -Res., Code No. 6143 ❑ Coffe and Canvas, August 16, $40 per person, Code No. 6143.118 El Total Due: Registration Policy: All trip payments are due on or before the registration deadline. Registration cannot be confirmed until payment is made. No refunds are made for cancellation (after the registration deadline) unless the trip is canceled by the Senior Center. For more information, contact the Senior Center at 952 - 227 -1125. I, the participant, do hereby agree to participate in the above - mentioned activity and 1 further agree to indemnify and hold harmless from and against any and all liability for injury which may be suffered by the aforementioned individual(s) arising out of, or in any way with, his/her participation in this activity. I do hereby allow the City of Chanhassen to use any photographs taken by the city of the individual(s) named herein in city informational bulletins released to the general public for the period of one yearfrom the date I have signed below. Data Privacy Policy: The information requested on the registration form will be used to verify eligibility and determine staff, facility, and equipment needs. You /your child's name, sex, birthdate, address, phone number and health information will be provided to city staff, volunteers, the city attorney, insurer, and auditor. Although you are not legally required to disclose this information, failure to do so will prevent you from participating in the program. Participant Signature: Date: Payment: Cash [:]Check ❑ Check One: ❑ Visa ❑ Mastercard f_1 Amex Card No. Exp. Date: City of Chanhassen 7700 Market Blvd. PO. Bog 147 Chanhassen, MN 55317 Store to Door comes to Carver County Store to Door is a non - profit organization who shops for and delivers groceries and prescriptions to aging and homebound seniors. They shop every two weeks at Cub Foods. To enroll or learn about this new service, call 651 -642 -1892. Chanhassen Volunteer Shoppers Needed! Enjoy shopping? Help an elderly homebound person keep their independence while you get great exercise. Grocery shop for 2 -4 hours twice per month or on a weekly basis. Shopping takes place at Cub Foods in Chanhassen on Wednesdays between 6 am -10 am. Schedules can be adjusted to fit your timetable, when needed. Call 651 -642 -1892 for more information. ��r��rO ST0t3E To DOORe Presort Standard US Postage Paid Chanhassen, MN Permit No. 14 KleinBank Chanhassen AN xlei nSgenr/ 952.937.2265