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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Newscaster</strong><br />
June, July and August 2007<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Senior Program<br />
A program <strong>of</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Community Education<br />
Lenox Community Center<br />
6715 Minnetonka Boulevard<br />
<strong>St</strong> <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong>, MN 55426<br />
www.slpseniors.org<br />
952-928-6444
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Senior Program<br />
Index<br />
Activities ...........................................................5-7<br />
Advertisements ...........................................30-31<br />
Arts & Crafts .......................................................5<br />
Center News ................................................23-29<br />
Computers ...........................................................5<br />
Games & Cards ...................................................6<br />
Health & Fitness ..............................................6-7<br />
Lenox Foundation News ...................................8<br />
Live & Learn ..................................................9-11<br />
Music & Dance ...................................................7<br />
Out & About ................................................12-15<br />
Red Hat Society ..................................................8<br />
Registration Information .................................23<br />
Senior Video Club ............................................16<br />
Services .........................................................20-22<br />
Social Groups ....................................................17<br />
Sports .................................................................18<br />
<strong>St</strong>andards <strong>of</strong> Conduct ......................................28<br />
Trips & Tours................................................19-20<br />
Upcoming Events ............................................2-4<br />
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<strong>Louis</strong>iana Bayou<br />
By Laura Hanks<br />
I have been a member <strong>of</strong> the <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Senior<br />
Program at Lenox Community Center for many years.<br />
We have moved to a condo in Minnetonka but because<br />
we lived in <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> for 42 years we still consider<br />
it home. We spend winters in Florida but I get back<br />
in time each spring to take the painting classes. I also<br />
take part in the exercise and craft programs and enjoy<br />
the fellowship at Lenox very much.<br />
All you can eat<br />
9” Waffles made from scratch,<br />
served hot right <strong>of</strong>f the iron,<br />
with a variety <strong>of</strong> syrups,<br />
sausage and beverage<br />
Friday, September 28<br />
4:30 - 7:30 p.m.<br />
NEW<br />
To reduce wait time<br />
tickets will be sold by seating time.<br />
Carry-out available!<br />
Purchase tickets at<br />
Lenox Community Center<br />
Craft and Bake Sales available<br />
Proceeds benefit the<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Senior Program
Upcoming Events<br />
Metro Dining<br />
Cards<br />
On Sale<br />
Now!<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong><br />
Senior Program<br />
Volunteer Luncheon<br />
“Thank You” to the many<br />
dedicated volunteers who give time<br />
and energy to the Senior Program!<br />
Cards are available in the<br />
Lenox Office, Room 104.<br />
Metro Dining Cards<br />
are good from<br />
May 2007 through<br />
May 2008<br />
$20 per set with<br />
approximately 166 area<br />
restaurants to choose from!<br />
Proceeds benefit the<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong><br />
Senior Program<br />
Together we make a<br />
difference.<br />
Date change due to<br />
summer schedule.<br />
Friday, August 24<br />
in the Lenox Gym<br />
Welcome 11 a.m.<br />
Lunch served<br />
11:15 - 12:15 p.m.<br />
Musical entertainment<br />
Volunteer Recognition<br />
Please RSVP by<br />
Friday, July 20<br />
Call 952-928-6444<br />
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Upcoming Events<br />
“Calypso Nights”<br />
Join us for <strong>Park</strong>tacular’s 2007<br />
Senior Dinner and Program<br />
Where: <strong>The</strong> Marriott Minneapolis West (formerly Holiday Inn West)<br />
9960 Wayzata Blvd, <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong><br />
CASH BAR<br />
When: Thursday, June 14 th<br />
DOOR PRIZES<br />
Time: 3:30- 4:00 Registrations and Social<br />
4:00-4:15 Welcome by Emcee Sven Sundgaard, KARE 11 Weatherman<br />
4:15-5:00 Entertainment: Cyril Paul & the Calypso Monarchs<br />
5:00-5:30 Senior Ambassadors Coronation<br />
5:30 Dinner: Citrus Glazed quarter chicken or Vegetarian meal<br />
with house salad, chef's choice vegetables, bread,<br />
dessert, c<strong>of</strong>fee, herbal tea, or fruit punch<br />
6:45 Door Prize Drawing<br />
Cost:<br />
$16.00 per person<br />
Who: All Seniors “55 and Better”<br />
Registration Deadline:<br />
You must register and send payment<br />
by May 31.<br />
Questions? Call Joan Fenton at 952-546-8843.<br />
(Tear below line)<br />
Registration Form for <strong>Park</strong>tacular’s “Calypso Nights” Event!<br />
Make check payable to “<strong>Park</strong>tacular” and mail registration<br />
form by May 31 to:<br />
Joan Fenton<br />
1637 Virginia Avenue South<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong>, Minnesota 55426<br />
Name: __________________________________________<br />
Address: ________________________________________<br />
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Dinner Choices: # Chicken ____ <strong>City</strong>/Zip: ________________________________________<br />
# Vegetarian___<br />
Phone: _________________________________________
Activities<br />
Arts & Crafts<br />
Needlecraft<br />
This group makes items for the Craft Sales.<br />
Tuesdays (continuous)<br />
9 – noon<br />
Craft Room<br />
Woodworking Shop<br />
Lenox has a shop with a variety <strong>of</strong> power and hand tools<br />
for your use. For information call the workshop at<br />
952-928-6434.<br />
Monday – Friday (when supervised) Woodshop<br />
9 – noon Fee: $1.25<br />
Lenox Woodcrafters<br />
Volunteers are needed to make handmade toys for<br />
hospitalized children in the area. As <strong>of</strong> October 30 - 4,000<br />
toys have been donated.<br />
Wednesday (when supervised) Woodshop<br />
9 a.m. – 12 noon<br />
Ceramics<br />
Will return this fall.<br />
Computer<br />
COMPUTER BUDDY CLUB EXPANDS<br />
By popular demand, the<br />
Computer Buddy Club has<br />
added two Tuesday lab sessions<br />
to our popular 1st and 3rd<br />
Tuesday lecture meetings.<br />
On the 2nd and 4th Tuesday<br />
you are invited to attend “<strong>The</strong> Buddy’s Lab”. <strong>The</strong>re will<br />
be a knowledgeable Buddy at this lab to help with your<br />
problems. Come see why our membership has been growing.<br />
We are the computer resource you have been looking<br />
for. <strong>The</strong>re is a 50 cent charge for attending each meeting.<br />
Typical subjects: Computer operation, operating<br />
systems, maintenance, viruses, spyware, e-mail, internet<br />
and its uses, firewalls, word processing, spreadsheets and<br />
much more.<br />
1 – 3 p.m. Tuesdays Computer Lab – Room 110<br />
Fee: Member 50¢/time<br />
Fee: Nonmembers $2.00/time<br />
www.computerbuddyclub.com<br />
Creative<br />
People<br />
Wanted<br />
Party Decorations<br />
needs your ideas and energy<br />
to liven up our events.<br />
This group makes decorations for<br />
parties and special events.<br />
Thursdays (continuous)<br />
9 – 11:30 a.m. Craft Room<br />
For more information call Rita or<br />
Cathy at 952-928-6444.<br />
Approximately<br />
130 seniors enjoyed the<br />
Activity Fair on<br />
Tuesday, April 17.<br />
<strong>St</strong>eve Conwell, Head<br />
Custodian, has been busy<br />
cleaning and painting the<br />
boiler room.<br />
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Activities<br />
Games & Cards<br />
Bingo<br />
Try your luck at the boards. Enjoy prizes and refreshments.<br />
1st & 3rd Wednesdays (continuous) Cafeteria<br />
1 – 3:30 p.m. Fee: $2.50/time<br />
NEW Time<br />
Cribbage<br />
Interested in learning or having a refresher class in<br />
cribbage? Call Mavis at 952-938-6199 and get started.<br />
Fridays (continuous)<br />
from June 15 – August 17<br />
Cafeteria<br />
10 a.m. – noon (summer hours) Fee: 75¢/time<br />
Party Bridge<br />
Players wanted, no partner necessary!<br />
Tuesdays (continuous)<br />
Card Room<br />
1 – 3 p.m. Fee: 75¢/time<br />
Duplicate Bridge<br />
Must bring your own partner.<br />
Wednesdays (continuous)<br />
Card Room<br />
12:15 – 3:30 p.m. Fee: 50¢/time<br />
Canasta<br />
New version <strong>of</strong> Canasta called Ponytail Canasta.<br />
1st & 3rd Thursdays (continuous)<br />
1 – 3:30 p.m. Fee: 50¢/time<br />
Play 500<br />
Mondays (continuous)<br />
Card Room<br />
1 – 3:30 p.m. Fee: 75¢/time<br />
NEW Time<br />
Fridays (continuous)<br />
from June 15 – August 17<br />
Card Room<br />
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (summer hours) Fee: 75¢/time<br />
500 Tournament Held Monthly<br />
Everyone is welcome to participate. You need a partner to<br />
register. Questions? Call 952-928-6444.<br />
4th Wednesdays<br />
Lenox Gym<br />
12:30 – 3:30 p.m. Fee: $3.50/8 games<br />
Learn or Refresh Your 500 Skills<br />
If interested in learning or refreshing your skills, call Ron<br />
Lee, 500 Supervisor, at 952-929-7031. Beginners welcome.<br />
Billiards<br />
Continuous daily – lower level Fee: 50¢/time<br />
Mahjong<br />
Wednesdays (continuous)<br />
Cafeteria<br />
10 – noon Fee: 50¢/class<br />
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Health & Fitness<br />
Fit ‘n’ Trim Exercise<br />
Join us and take an interest in your future health.<br />
Mondays (continuous)<br />
Lenox Gym<br />
9 – 10 a.m. Fee: 50¢/class<br />
Senior <strong>St</strong>retch and Flex<br />
Exercise physiologists from Club JHR at the Jones-Harrison<br />
residence lead this fitness class.<br />
Wednesdays (continuous)<br />
Lenox Gym<br />
9 – 10 a.m. Fee: $2 per class/payable at class<br />
Weight Loss Support Group<br />
Feel and look better by being a thinner you.<br />
Mondays (continuous)<br />
Little <strong>The</strong>ater<br />
10:15 – 11:15 a.m. Fee: 50¢/class<br />
Water Exercise Class at Central<br />
Improve your fitness by participating in low impact<br />
exercise in the water. For aquatic questions call Mary<br />
Magle at 952-928-6780. No class July 5 and 7.<br />
Tuesdays & Thursdays<br />
Central Pool<br />
1 – 2 p.m. through June 14<br />
12 – 1 p.m. from June 19 – August 16<br />
Fee: $3/class for Senior Program Members<br />
$3.50/class for Nonmembers<br />
Lap Swimming<br />
Improve your fitness by participating in lap swimming.<br />
Exercise in the water. For information call 952-928-6780.<br />
Monday – Friday (until June 15) Central Pool<br />
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Fee: $2/time<br />
<strong>St</strong>arts again on August 20<br />
Monday, Wednesday and Friday<br />
12 – 1 p.m. from June 18 – August 17 (summer hours)<br />
T’ai Chi Ch’uan<br />
This ancient art teaches one to know oneself and improve<br />
one’s well-being, both physically and psychologically.<br />
Thursdays<br />
Lenox Gym<br />
9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Fee: 50¢ Members<br />
$1 Nonmembers<br />
Club JHR Membership<br />
<strong>The</strong> Senior Program has received a group rate at Club JHR.<br />
This reduced monthly fee entitles members<br />
to supervised use <strong>of</strong> all fitness equipment,<br />
the warm water pool plus classes.<br />
To learn more call Lynn at 612-925-7267.<br />
Senior 500 Card Club will not meet during<br />
the summer, will resume on August 20.
Activities<br />
EnhanceFitness®*!<br />
<strong>St</strong>arting at Lenox<br />
Tammie Davis,<br />
Certified NETA<br />
EnhanceFitness is lively,<br />
interactive, and fun!<br />
Designed for older adults, these<br />
popular group exercise classes<br />
feature cardiovascular conditioning<br />
exercises, strength training, and<br />
balance routines that help<br />
improve flexibility, bone density,<br />
and stability. <strong>The</strong> sessions also promote endurance,<br />
coordination, and mental sharpness for everyone<br />
involved. During the 8-week sessions you will see how<br />
you can have fun and get fit.<br />
Certified fitness instructors <strong>of</strong>fer personal attention<br />
while participants work at their own pace to improve<br />
their overall health and well being. Tammie Davis<br />
teaches various exercise classes at the YMCA and<br />
YWCA some specifically designed for seniors.<br />
Session 1: Fridays, June 15, 22, 29,<br />
July 6, 13, 20, 27 and August 3<br />
9 – 10 a.m. Gym<br />
Session 2: Mondays, June 11, 18, 25,<br />
July 9, 16, 23, 30 and August 6<br />
(no class July 2)<br />
1 – 2 p.m. Cafeteria<br />
Session 3: Wednesdays, June 13, 20, 27, July 11,<br />
18, 25, August 1 and 8 (no class July 4)<br />
1 – 2 p.m. Cafeteria<br />
Senior Program Members: $4/per session<br />
Free for UCare Members<br />
For more information call 952-928-6444.<br />
Brought to you in collaboration<br />
with UCan! UCare Activity<br />
Network, fitness program<br />
for members <strong>of</strong> UCare for<br />
Seniors. UCare Minnesota<br />
is a Medicare Advantage<br />
organization with a<br />
Medicare contract.<br />
Music & Dance<br />
Ballroom Dancing<br />
Join the crowd that loves to ballroom dance to Dick Macko’s<br />
Band. Everyone is welcome. No partner necessary.<br />
Thursdays (continuous)<br />
Lenox Gym<br />
1 – 3:30 p.m. Fee: $2.75 Members includes refreshments<br />
$4 Nonmembers includes refreshments<br />
Singles All Together<br />
Ballroom Dance<br />
Lenox Singles are invited to<br />
attend the Singles All Together<br />
ballroom dance classes every<br />
Monday at Lenox. Lessons are<br />
taught in six-to eight-week<br />
sessions from 8 – 9 p.m. For more<br />
information call Carol Ann<br />
Carlson 952-930-0867, Donna<br />
Miller 763-427-7058 or Arlene<br />
Kroll (instructor) at 763-561-5407.<br />
Mondays<br />
Lenox Gym<br />
7:30 – 9 p.m. Fee: $5 SAT <strong>of</strong> Senior Program Members<br />
$7 Nonmembers<br />
Satin Dolls & Company<br />
<strong>The</strong> Senior Program’s tap and jazz dancers have worked<br />
together for several years. <strong>The</strong>y have performed at the<br />
Timberwolves games and are available for reunions,<br />
church and synagogue functions, fairs, senior parties,<br />
nursing homes and other social events.<br />
For bookings and more information call Audrey<br />
Kaufman at 952-546-8865<br />
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Lenox Foundation<br />
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<strong>The</strong> Lenox Foundation News<br />
Summer – June, July and August 2007<br />
This spring and summer the Lenox Foundation Board<br />
is focusing on the process <strong>of</strong> clarifying our vision. With<br />
the help <strong>of</strong> Julie Dappen from MAP for nonpr<strong>of</strong>it, the<br />
Board is setting up goals for the coming year concentrating<br />
on expanding the marketing side <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Foundation. This may include targeting new audiences,<br />
expanding marketing and looking at new giving<br />
opportunities. It is very exciting...<br />
<strong>The</strong> Lenox Board wants to thank each <strong>of</strong> you who gave<br />
so generously this past year. <strong>The</strong> Board met its goal <strong>of</strong><br />
$10,000 to be sent to the Minnesota Community Foundation<br />
who manages our funds. It in turn gave back<br />
$10,127 in interest that went directly into the <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong><br />
<strong>Park</strong> Senior Program budget. Our returned interest<br />
from the Minnesota Community Foundation is increased<br />
with each deposit.<br />
It has been an exciting year for the Lenox Foundation<br />
– each year better than the last. We rely on your support<br />
to continue to help make the <strong>St</strong> <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Senior<br />
Program one <strong>of</strong> the best in the state.<br />
Sherrill Mozey<br />
President, Lenox Foundation<br />
Lenox Foundation Annual Drive 2007<br />
Bullock, James & Dee<br />
Gozola, Anthony<br />
M<strong>of</strong>fet, James & Gretchen<br />
Olander, Isabelle<br />
Satin Dolls<br />
Schemel, Lyla<br />
Schoeneman, Lew<br />
<strong>St</strong>alling, Charles & Geraldine<br />
Corporation Match:<br />
Ameriprise Financial Employee Gift Match<br />
Memorials:<br />
For Eugene Scherling<br />
Forbush, Mari<br />
Miller, Lewis<br />
<strong>Park</strong>tacular<br />
For Andersen, Celia<br />
Sachs, Eleanor<br />
For Lyle Hanks Brother<br />
Tanick, Paul & Adrienne<br />
Computer Help:<br />
Nagel, Cindy Douthett<br />
Senior Video Club:<br />
Nguyen, Loan<br />
Soderberg, Eileen<br />
Suckerman, Merton<br />
Perky <strong>Park</strong>ettes<br />
Senior Program’s<br />
Red Hat Society<br />
All are welcome. If you are interested in<br />
becoming a Perky <strong>Park</strong>ettes please come<br />
to any <strong>of</strong> our activities. Occasionally, dates<br />
or locations change. For details call<br />
Queen Mum Betty 952-944-3657.<br />
June 11,<br />
Olive Garden<br />
Lunch<br />
11:30 a.m.<br />
July 9 and August 13<br />
Lunch. OE<br />
Special Events:<br />
June 25,<br />
Celebrating our 2nd Anniversary Party<br />
12:30 p.m. Meeting and<br />
Program: ”Mrs. Snelling<br />
Makes a Social Call“<br />
Tea will follow. Please bring<br />
your favorite teacup. Cost to be<br />
determined. OE<br />
General Meeting:<br />
July 23, Monthly meeting at Lenox. OE
Live & Learn<br />
AARP Driver<br />
Safety Program<br />
8 hour Course<br />
Tuesday, July 17,<br />
5:30 – 9:30 p.m.<br />
(4 hrs) Art Room<br />
Wednesday, July 18,<br />
5:30 – 9:30 p.m.<br />
(4 hrs) Art Room<br />
Registration required. Cost: $10 made payable<br />
to AARP + $3 registration fee collected at class.<br />
4 hour Refresher Course<br />
Thursday, June 14,<br />
9 – 1 p.m.<br />
(4 hrs) Art Room<br />
Thursday, July 19,<br />
9 – 1 p.m.<br />
(4 hrs) Art Room<br />
Thursday, August 16,<br />
9 – 1 p.m.<br />
(4 hrs) Art Room<br />
Minnesota <strong>St</strong>ate law<br />
requires all in sur ance<br />
companies to give a<br />
premium re duc tion to<br />
all people 55 years <strong>of</strong> age<br />
and over who complete this classroom course.<br />
You will receive a cer tifi cate <strong>of</strong> com ple tion to provide to<br />
your insurance company.<br />
Registration required. Cost: $10 made payable<br />
to AARP + $2 registration fee collected at class.<br />
Aging in Place at Home<br />
Presented by Michelle Norsten, Homewatch<br />
HomeCare and Lori Corrado Geary,<br />
Intrepid USA<br />
<strong>The</strong> purpose <strong>of</strong> this presentation is to educate the<br />
community about:<br />
• Resources that are available for aging adults to stay<br />
safe and independent at home and allow family<br />
caregivers more time.<br />
• Understanding the benefits and unique features <strong>of</strong><br />
Medicare Home Care Services and Private Pay Home<br />
Care Services.<br />
• Medicare Home Care Services and Private Pay Home<br />
Care Services: how they are different and how they<br />
work together.<br />
Tuesday, June 19 (in conjunction with Men’s<br />
Group)<br />
9 – 10 a.m. Gym<br />
$1.75 includes c<strong>of</strong>fee and rolls<br />
Introduction to Brain Aerobics<br />
Presented by<br />
Gajendra Patel<br />
Scientists understand that<br />
Brain<br />
Aerobics<br />
the brain has a remarkable<br />
capacity to change and<br />
grow at any age.<br />
Individuals have the<br />
ability to manage how<br />
healthy and alert their<br />
brain remains as the years<br />
go by. To heighten our awareness, we will do aerobics <strong>of</strong><br />
the senses sight, sound and smell. We will explore both<br />
theory and practice through activities.<br />
Fridays, June 15, 22, 29, July 6<br />
10 – 11:30 Little <strong>The</strong>ater<br />
Members and OLLI Members: $5 includes handouts<br />
Nonmembers: $7 includes handouts<br />
Intermediate Brain Aerobics<br />
Presented by Gajendra Patel<br />
We will refresh your understanding <strong>of</strong> sight, sound and<br />
smell. This class will focus on the senses <strong>of</strong> touch and<br />
taste. It will enhance your observation skills and brain<br />
activity. <strong>The</strong> result will ignite your sixth sense to manage<br />
emotional and intellectual activity <strong>of</strong> the brain.<br />
Pre-requisite: Introduction to Brain Aerobics<br />
Mondays, June 11, 18, 25 and July 2<br />
10 – 11:30 Little <strong>The</strong>ater<br />
Members and OLLI Members: $5 includes handouts<br />
Nonmembers: $7 includes handouts<br />
Advanced Brain Aerobics<br />
Presented by Gajendra Patel<br />
We learned how the brain processes information assets<br />
through the senses. <strong>The</strong> next step is learning how to<br />
utilize your memory equity in the present moment, to<br />
transmit this information to your mouth, legs or hands.<br />
Are you confused? Come and learn more!<br />
Pre-requisite: Intermediate Brain Aerobics<br />
Mondays, July 16, 23, 30, and August 6<br />
10 – 11:30 p.m. Little <strong>The</strong>ater<br />
Members and OLLI Members: $5 includes handouts<br />
Nonmembers: $7 includes handouts<br />
<strong>Newscaster</strong> Online<br />
Would you like to receive future <strong>Newscaster</strong>s on-line?<br />
Just email Cathy at thrasher.cathy@slpschools.org.<br />
Register Online<br />
Register Online at www.slpsenior.org for classes<br />
with SR or AE numbers. A $5 processing fee will be<br />
charged for all registrations canceled or changed after<br />
initial registration by participants. See page 23.<br />
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Live & Learn<br />
FREE Health and<br />
Wellness Lecture Summer 2007<br />
Sponsored by SLP NORC<br />
(Nurturing Our Retired Citizens)<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>The</strong>rapeutics Effects <strong>of</strong> Journaling<br />
Presented by Cynthia Ashley, RN and<br />
Parish Nurse, Shepherd <strong>of</strong> the Hills Lutheran<br />
Church, teacher <strong>of</strong> Health Education &<br />
Promotion classes at MCTC for first year<br />
nursing students and preceptor/mentor to<br />
Community Health Case Worker students.<br />
Discover ways to use journaling to clarify your values,<br />
share your beliefs, trace your family history and pass on<br />
your legacy.<br />
Wednesday, June 20<br />
10 – 11 a.m. Free<br />
Self-Care Technique for Wellness<br />
Presented by Particia D. Culliton M.A., L Ac.,<br />
Director <strong>of</strong> the Alternative Medicine<br />
Division at Hennepin Faculty Associates in<br />
Minneapolis and on the faculty <strong>of</strong> the Center<br />
for Spirituality and Healing at the University<br />
<strong>of</strong> Minnesota.<br />
Learn to use acupressure points for pain relief, as well<br />
as relaxation techniques for stress reduction and to<br />
improve sleep.<br />
Wednesday, July 25<br />
10 – 11 a.m. Free<br />
Accessing Community-Based Services<br />
Presented by Annette Sandler, NORC<br />
Project Coordinator and Program Supervisor<br />
for L’Chaim Senior Services at Jewish Family<br />
and Children’s Service <strong>of</strong> Minneapolis<br />
Annette will discuss how to access services that will<br />
help people remain in their home for as long as possible.<br />
She will also discuss the basket <strong>of</strong> services available<br />
through L’Chaim Senior Services that support<br />
independent living.<br />
Wednesday, August 22<br />
10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Free<br />
Hopkins Activity Center, 33 North 14th Ave,<br />
Hopkins, MN 55343<br />
<strong>The</strong> lectures are co-sponsored by the<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Senior Program,<br />
Hopkins Activity Center and NORC<br />
For information call: 952-542-4819<br />
<strong>The</strong> Nuts & Bolts<br />
<strong>of</strong> Long Term<br />
Care Insurance<br />
Presented by<br />
Guy Milbert,<br />
AAA Minneapolis Long Term Care Specialist<br />
With dozens <strong>of</strong> companies now <strong>of</strong>fering Long Term Care<br />
Insurance, it can be hard to understand the terminology<br />
and compare their coverages. Learn what to look for and<br />
what to look out for in a Long Term Care plan. We will explain<br />
the similarities and point out the important differences<br />
between the plans. You will receive cost information on<br />
nursing homes, assisted living facilities, adult day care and<br />
in-home care. Please bring your questions, concerns and<br />
curiosities with you when you attend. Guy Milbert worked<br />
for large insurers and started an independent insurance<br />
agency before coming to AAA Minneapolis in 1990. Please<br />
register 2 days prior to the class.<br />
Session 1: Tuesday, July 17 from 9:30 – 11 a.m.<br />
Session 2: Tuesday, July 17 from 1:30 – 3 p.m.<br />
Session 3: Wednesday, July 18 from 9:30 – 11 a.m.<br />
Session 4: Wednesday, July 18 from 1:30 – 3 p.m.<br />
$2 Art Room<br />
Thank You<br />
A special thanks<br />
to the 103 volunteers<br />
and our sponsors who<br />
made the Spaghetti<br />
Dinner evening a<br />
success. We really<br />
appreciate your time<br />
and effort given<br />
to support our<br />
Senior Program.<br />
Betty Pickle<br />
Chair<br />
Pre-registration required on<br />
all classes and outings.<br />
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Live & Learn<br />
Coming This Fall<br />
Civil Rights<br />
Presented by<br />
Neil Anderson, MS<br />
Learn about the two Supreme<br />
Court decisions that defined the<br />
status <strong>of</strong> African Americans. <strong>The</strong><br />
class will examine not only the<br />
roots but also the struggles and<br />
accomplishments <strong>of</strong> the Civil<br />
Rights Movement in the context <strong>of</strong><br />
these two court decisions. <strong>The</strong><br />
presenter was personally involved<br />
in the Civil Rights Movement in<br />
the 60’s and will present personal<br />
insights and experiences.<br />
Registration Deadline:<br />
September 14<br />
Wednesdays, September 19, 26,<br />
October 3, 10, 17, 24<br />
10:30 am - noon<br />
$25 SR 317<br />
History <strong>of</strong> the<br />
United <strong>St</strong>ates<br />
Navy<br />
Presented by<br />
Michael Hansen, MA<br />
From John Paul Jones to today’s<br />
giant aircraft carriers and nuclear<br />
submarines the U.S. Navy has<br />
protected our shipping interest,<br />
and protected American foreign<br />
policy to distant shores. From<br />
fighting Muslim pirates in the<br />
Mediterranean to the Civil War to<br />
savage battles in the Pacific the U.S.<br />
Navy has done its job well. Learn<br />
the story <strong>of</strong> our navy from<br />
historian Michael Hansen.<br />
Session 1 Tuesday, October 30, SR 319<br />
November 13 and 27<br />
December 4, 11 and 18<br />
No class November 6 and November 20<br />
Session 2: Thursday, November 1, 15, 29, SR 321<br />
December 6, 13, 20<br />
No class November 8 and November 22<br />
Members: $30 Nonmembers: $37<br />
Postponed<br />
Senior Program<br />
Annual Meeting<br />
and Luncheon<br />
Tuesday, June 12<br />
11:30 a.m.<br />
Welcome and Luncheon<br />
Followed by an<br />
inspiring program<br />
<strong>The</strong> Senior Program<br />
will provide the entree<br />
and a beverage.<br />
Bring a salad, dessert or<br />
bread to share with<br />
others.<br />
Please RSVP by<br />
Wednesday, June 6.<br />
Call Cathy at 952-928-6443.<br />
Don’t forget to vote!<br />
Monday, June 11<br />
8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.<br />
Tuesday, June 12<br />
8:30 a.m. – noon<br />
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Out & About<br />
Lunch Bunch<br />
Res er va tions are taken on a first-come first-served<br />
basis. Most restaurants are wheelchair accessible. Please<br />
be aware that many restaurants do not accept personal<br />
checks or credit cards. We ask all participants to carry<br />
cash to cover their lunch check.<br />
Bella Italian Grill<br />
Monday, June 18<br />
Bella Italian Grill was created by<br />
Bellanotte’s owner David Koch. It<br />
serves fine Italian fare, has stunning<br />
décor and an energetic atmosphere. It<br />
<strong>of</strong>fers a wide variety <strong>of</strong> sandwiches and delicious foods<br />
– Rita’s pick: Fettuccini Bella, a true gastronomic<br />
experience! Price range $10 – $15<br />
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, June 13<br />
10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.<br />
$7 + lunch<br />
Chianti Grill<br />
Monday, July 30<br />
Chianti Grill, located in<br />
Burnsville, is a family restaurant<br />
that serves traditional Italian<br />
foods. Choose from an<br />
outstanding selection <strong>of</strong> pasta,<br />
fish, salads and sandwiches.<br />
Price range $10 – $15.<br />
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, July 25<br />
10:45 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.<br />
$7 + lunch<br />
North Coast Restaurant<br />
Monday, August 20<br />
North Coast Restaurant, located<br />
on the north shore <strong>of</strong> Lake<br />
Minnetonka in Wayzata,<br />
<strong>of</strong>fers the diner a relaxed<br />
atmosphere and a full menu that<br />
includes salads, soups and<br />
sandwiches. Price range $10 – $15<br />
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, August 15<br />
11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.<br />
$6 + lunch<br />
<strong>St</strong>. Croix Casino in<br />
Turtle Lake<br />
Thursday, June 7<br />
Do you love to go to the<br />
casino? Don’t miss your<br />
chance to cash in at Turtle<br />
Lake. Board the Turtle Bus for<br />
games enroute plus a roll <strong>of</strong><br />
quarters at the casino. Invite a<br />
friend and get your names on<br />
the list! Everyone 21 years or<br />
older may join in the fun!<br />
Minimum 35<br />
Registration Deadline: Friday, June 1<br />
8:15 a.m. – 4 p.m.<br />
$6<br />
Hastings Minnesota and<br />
Lunch at Levee<br />
Wednesday, June 27<br />
Spend a day touring Hastings, a scenic<br />
river town steeped in history, traditions<br />
and culture. <strong>The</strong> day will begin with a<br />
guided tour and multimedia<br />
presentation <strong>of</strong> the LeDuc House, a<br />
well-preserved historic site that was<br />
residence to William and Mary LeDuc.<br />
<strong>The</strong> historic estate is an example <strong>of</strong><br />
unaltered Gothic Revival architecture<br />
and is part <strong>of</strong> the National Register <strong>of</strong><br />
Historic Places. A tour guide steps on<br />
the van for the city hall and courthouse<br />
tours. Our day concludes with<br />
information about Hastings<br />
sesquicentennial celebration.<br />
Enjoy a relaxing and delicious lunch<br />
at the Levee in downtown Hastings.<br />
Price range $10 – $15.<br />
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 18<br />
8:45 a.m. – 3 p.m.<br />
$24 + lunch<br />
Pre-registration required on<br />
all classes and outings.<br />
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Out & About<br />
OK Corral in<br />
Jordan, Minnesota<br />
Thursday, July 12<br />
Spend a day at <strong>The</strong><br />
Ok Corral, located in the<br />
picturesque Minnesota River Valley. <strong>The</strong> day begins with a<br />
horse-drawn wagon ride through 40 acres <strong>of</strong> trees, wetlands<br />
and wildlife. <strong>The</strong> wagons are drawn by Percheron<br />
horses. (Note: Wagon ride involves two steps to access).<br />
Enjoy an old–fashioned pot roast lunch, complete with<br />
dessert and beverage. After lunch, tour nearby Cedar<br />
Ridge Arabians Farm, where you will learn about the<br />
highly competitive world <strong>of</strong> breeding and the day-to-day<br />
operations <strong>of</strong> one <strong>of</strong> the largest horse farms in the U.S.<br />
<strong>The</strong>n it’s on to Ames Percheron Farm to watch a multimedia<br />
presentation and these magnificent horses.<br />
Registration Deadline: Monday, July 2<br />
9:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.<br />
$32<br />
Department 56<br />
and Lunch at<br />
Woody’s Grille<br />
Friday, July 20<br />
Tour Department 56,<br />
a leading giftware<br />
manufacturer that specializes in<br />
collectables such as Snow Villages,<br />
Snowbabies and seasonal giftware.<br />
<strong>The</strong> 10,000 square foot showroom<br />
<strong>of</strong>fers a first hand look at the newest<br />
village pieces, the historical display<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>The</strong> Original Snow Village and<br />
thousands <strong>of</strong> seasonal giftware items<br />
including the popular Christmas<br />
Krinkles Collection. Following the<br />
tour, lunch is at Woody’s Grille in<br />
Eden Prairie, an outstanding<br />
restaurant that serves a variety <strong>of</strong> delicious foods. Price<br />
range $10 – $15.<br />
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, July 11<br />
10:15 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.<br />
Members $13 + lunch<br />
Nonmembers $17 + lunch<br />
Register online at slpsenior.org<br />
for trips with SR numbers.<br />
+1776 at the Guthrie<br />
Wednesday, July 25<br />
This Tony Award-winning<br />
“Best Musical” is an<br />
unabashed salute to<br />
American patriotism. In a<br />
rollicking and witty musical<br />
score, John Adams, Thomas<br />
Jefferson and Ben Franklin<br />
lead a cast <strong>of</strong> characters through the creation <strong>of</strong> the<br />
courageous document which defined the American<br />
Revolution, culminating in a powerful conclusion as the<br />
delegates are called forward to sign the Declaration <strong>of</strong><br />
Independence. Prior to the matinee, explore the new<br />
theater or enjoy lunch (on your own).<br />
Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 22<br />
10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.<br />
$43 SR 721<br />
Banjo Bandits<br />
Wednesday, August 8<br />
Enjoy a home cooked lunch served buffet style at the Lakeside<br />
Ballroom in Waconia. <strong>The</strong>n you will be entertained by<br />
the Banjo Bandits in an interactive fun music show. This<br />
group <strong>of</strong> a half dozen performers present their material with<br />
good humor and enthusiasm with a variety instruments<br />
including keyboard, drums, trumpet and tuba. <strong>The</strong> group<br />
includes song-and-dance-man Jack “Mr. Bones” Frost.<br />
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, July 18<br />
11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.<br />
$44 SR 901<br />
“Picasso and American<br />
Art,” at Walker Art<br />
Center Lunch at Christos<br />
Friday, August 10<br />
Enjoy a guided tour <strong>of</strong> this special<br />
exhibit that examines<br />
the fundamental role<br />
Pablo Picasso played<br />
in the development <strong>of</strong><br />
American art over the<br />
past century. This major exhibit features works by Picasso<br />
and other American artists he influenced, including<br />
Jackson Pollock, Andy Warhol, Jasper Johns and several<br />
others. After the tour take time to visit the exhibits and<br />
current collection on your own. Lunch will follow at Christos,<br />
a Greek restaurant, serving classical fare and traditional<br />
dishes. Price range $10 – $14.<br />
Registration deadline: Monday, July 9<br />
9:40 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.<br />
Members $22 + lunch<br />
Nonmembers $25 + lunch<br />
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Out & About<br />
+ <strong>St</strong>. Paul Saints Baseball<br />
Sunday, August 12<br />
Bring your family,<br />
grandchildren or friends for a<br />
day at the ballpark. Watch the <strong>St</strong>. Paul<br />
Saints play the Fort Worth Cats and be part <strong>of</strong> the fun<br />
and excitement <strong>of</strong> watching baseball outdoors. Package<br />
includes transportation, group photo and hat<br />
provided by Home Health Inc., and <strong>Park</strong> Health &<br />
Rehabilitation Center.<br />
Registration Deadline: Monday, July 30<br />
11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.<br />
Game starts 1:05 p.m.<br />
$13<br />
<strong>St</strong>. Mary’s Greek Festival<br />
Friday, September 7<br />
<strong>St</strong>. Mary’s Sancturay is situated<br />
under the “Gold Dome” on Lake<br />
Calhoun in Minneapolis.<br />
Enjoy the Taste <strong>of</strong> Greece Festival<br />
with traditional Greek lunch <strong>of</strong><br />
Spanakipita, Greek chicken, rice<br />
and salad and <strong>of</strong> course time to<br />
shop at the bazaar.<br />
Registration Deadline:<br />
Thursday, August 30<br />
12 – 3 p.m.<br />
$15<br />
+ Sponsored by Home Health Care Inc. and <strong>Park</strong><br />
Health and Rehabilitation Center<br />
NEW Guthrie <strong>The</strong>ater<br />
& Minneapolis Central<br />
Library Tours<br />
Wednesday, August 22<br />
Our day begins with a private<br />
70-minute walking tour <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Guthrie’s new home on the<br />
banks <strong>of</strong> the Mississippi River.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Guthrie, founded in<br />
1963, currently has more than<br />
32,000 subscribers, making it<br />
one <strong>of</strong> the nation’s healthiest<br />
theater companies. Our tour<br />
features the three stages plus<br />
many unique spaces. Enjoy a<br />
special lunch at <strong>The</strong> Old<br />
Spaghetti Factory, known for its<br />
antique collection, in downtown Minneapolis. <strong>The</strong> next<br />
stop is the new Minneapolis Central Library designed by<br />
architect Cesar Pelli that opened in May 2006. <strong>The</strong> library<br />
has 300 public access computers, 25 meeting rooms and the<br />
3rd largest collection per capita in America. <strong>The</strong> new space<br />
allows for 4,400 daily on-site visitors. Come and see these<br />
wonderful additions to Minneapolis.<br />
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 3<br />
9:15 a.m. – 3 p.m.<br />
$45 SR 903<br />
And the winner <strong>of</strong> the 25 pound Salted Nut Roll is…<br />
Lois Thorne!<br />
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Out & About<br />
+ Winona’s new<br />
Marine Art Museum<br />
Tuesday, September 11<br />
<strong>The</strong> world-class museum along Winona’s riverfront has<br />
opened. <strong>The</strong> Marine Art Museum features four major art<br />
collections, making it a regional and national attraction.<br />
Exhibits range from popular folk art, oil paintings that<br />
focus on sail and stream, watercolors and hand painted<br />
sculptures to amazing photographs featuring historic<br />
finds. Lunch will be at Signatures Restaurant, set in the<br />
pleasant valley <strong>of</strong> Bridges Gold Club, and in the afternoon<br />
we will tour the Winona Historical Society Museum.<br />
Registration Deadine: Thursday, August 23<br />
7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.<br />
$52 SR 309<br />
+ Les Misérables<br />
at the Chanhassen<br />
Wednesday, October 3<br />
Les Misérables, a story about the French<br />
Revolution, is the third longest-running<br />
show in Broadway history and will soon<br />
become the longest-running musical.<br />
Les Misérables has been seen by over 53 million people<br />
in 38 countries and 21 languages since its first London<br />
performance in October 1985. <strong>The</strong> original Broadway production<br />
opened on March 12, 1987, winning seven Tony<br />
Awards that season, including best musical.<br />
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, August 28<br />
10:40 a.m. – 5 p.m.<br />
$59 SR 311<br />
+ Royal Order <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Klondike Kates<br />
Friday, October 26<br />
This fun filled event begins in<br />
the charming historic river city <strong>of</strong><br />
Anoka. Visit the charming antique<br />
and collectable stores. Enjoy a<br />
buffet lunch at Greenhaven Country<br />
Club in a relaxing and picturesque park –<br />
like setting. A matinee performance is by the Royal Order<br />
<strong>of</strong> Klondike Kates. <strong>The</strong>y are one <strong>of</strong> the Twin Cities<br />
favorite groups, always amusing and entertaining<br />
and will create memories <strong>of</strong> the Gold Rush era.<br />
Registration Deadline: Monday, October 1<br />
10:30 – 4 p.m. SR 313<br />
$51<br />
+ “You Are <strong>The</strong>re”<br />
at the New Fogey Follies<br />
Thursday, November 1<br />
Allan Lotsberg and New Fogey<br />
Follies present a tribute to<br />
American Heroes when comics and dancers ask Ben<br />
Franklin to come out <strong>of</strong> retirement and run for President.<br />
It’s comedy, dance and great chorus bringing you live<br />
senior entertainment.<br />
Registration Deadline: Friday, October 5<br />
12 – 3:30 p.m.<br />
$24<br />
+ Christmas Show<br />
By “SISTERS”<br />
Friday, November 16<br />
Shop at Eden Prairie Center or relax by<br />
the crackling fireplace and watch the<br />
shoppers. Lunch at the Divine<br />
Grind, where the culinary staff will<br />
create a unique menu to fit the<br />
holiday season.<br />
Enjoy a matinee performance by<br />
“Sisters.” <strong>The</strong>ir music is reminiscent <strong>of</strong><br />
such great family harmony as the<br />
Andrew Sisters and Lennon Sisters.<br />
<strong>The</strong> trios “Sisters” have received<br />
national attention for their program “Child.” <strong>The</strong> sounds<br />
<strong>of</strong> the season are sure to warm the heart.<br />
Registration Deadline: Monday, October 22<br />
10:15 – 3:15 p.m. SR 315<br />
$42<br />
+ Planned with Burnsville Senior Program.<br />
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Senior Video Club<br />
SVC OPEN HOUSE<br />
Mark your calendars now so you don’t forget the SVC<br />
June Open Houses: Thursday, June 7, 1 – 3 p.m. and<br />
Friday, June 8, 9 – 11 a.m. Come and see demonstrations<br />
<strong>of</strong> Photo/Slide/Home Movie Transfers to VHS; copying<br />
<strong>of</strong> old phonograph records and cassette tapes to audio<br />
CD; and learn <strong>of</strong> our VHS-DVD transfers we do as a<br />
fund-raising activity for the Lenox Foundation. If you<br />
couldn’t attend either day, call John for a personal demo<br />
at a later date: 952-924-2528<br />
What to do<br />
Now that Summer is here enjoy a break from your garden<br />
and lawn – consider using the Senior Video Club (SVC)<br />
here in the air-conditioned splendor <strong>of</strong> Lenox Community<br />
Center. <strong>The</strong> Senior Program charges an activity fee <strong>of</strong> 50¢<br />
for each appointment, paid in the Lenox Center Office,<br />
Room 104, prior to each appointment.<br />
Here’s what you can do:<br />
Transfer photos to VHS<br />
Transfer Slides to VHS<br />
Transfer 8mm or 16mm home movies to VHS<br />
Copy personal VHS tapes<br />
Copy personal recordings from Betamax to VHS<br />
Repair broken VHS cassettes<br />
Transfer phonograph records to audio cassette or<br />
audio CD<br />
Transfer 8-track tapes to audio cassette or audio CD<br />
Transfer open-reel 1/4” audio tape to audio cassette or<br />
audio CD<br />
Transfer audio cassettes to audio CD<br />
Copy audio cassette tapes<br />
Transfer audio CDs to audio cassette<br />
Repair broken audio cassettes<br />
Transfer audio recordings to MP3 audio<br />
Transfer from Floppy disc to CD-ROM<br />
Scan your floppy disks for viruses<br />
Make a VHS camera recording — a video letter or oral<br />
history<br />
What can’t you copy?<br />
Don’t bring in any tapes, CD’s or DVD’s you rented or<br />
bought. We won’t copy those commercial recordings. We<br />
are OPEN...by appointment only! Call John McHugh at<br />
<strong>City</strong> Hall (952-924-2528) to request information sheets.<br />
<strong>The</strong>n, set up a demonstration appointment <strong>of</strong> an activity<br />
which interests you. If we happen to be in the clubroom,<br />
you COULD reach us at 952-928-6429. SVC email is<br />
jmchugh@stlouispark.org SVC is brought to you by SLP<br />
Community Education and <strong>City</strong> Hall Community TV.<br />
Busy, Busy<br />
Our busy members’ activities give you a good idea <strong>of</strong> some<br />
<strong>of</strong> the capabilities we have here at the SVC: Robert Letson<br />
copied 8mm home movies to VHS; Merle Anderson copied<br />
a personal audio CD; Loan Ngyuen copied digital photos<br />
to CD-ROM; Eileen Soderberg copied 8mm home movies<br />
to VHS; Jim Lannenberg copied audio cassette tapes; Beth<br />
Korman copied LP records to audio CD; Jim Lannenberg<br />
repaired audio cassette tapes; Barry Anderson copied 8mm<br />
home movies to VHS; Merle Anderson copied LP records<br />
to audio CD; Ira Bagloo copied foreign audio CDs; Lois<br />
Moorvich solved a computer printing problem; Kermit<br />
Herman copied 8mm home movies to VHS;<br />
<strong>St</strong>eve Nelson copied LP records to audio CDs; SVC is<br />
also present at the Computer Buddy Club Labs on the<br />
2nd/4th Tuesdays.<br />
DVD DVD DVD<br />
Copy Personal VHS tapes to DVD? ...And help the SLP<br />
Senior Program at the same time? YES! For only a $10<br />
donation to <strong>The</strong> Lenox Foundation, Inc. you can have<br />
up to two hours <strong>of</strong> VHS video transferred to DVD. Do it<br />
yourself? Nope!.let John do it. If you are in a REALLY BIG<br />
HURRY, pay more elsewhere to make a DVD. Otherwise,<br />
call John at 952-924-2528<br />
Buddy, Buddy<br />
Come join us at the “Computer Buddy Club”, meeting<br />
1 – 3 p.m., the first and third Tuesday <strong>of</strong> the month, in the<br />
Lenox computer room, Room 110. It’s a great way to ask<br />
others how they solve their computing problems, and <strong>of</strong>ten<br />
there’s a special presentation as a theme for the meeting.<br />
NEW! <strong>The</strong> Computer Buddy Lab! On second and fourth<br />
Tuesdays there is an open lab for problem solving and<br />
just Internet surfing fun and fellowship. Same time, same<br />
place...see you there! <strong>The</strong> Senior Program charges an<br />
activity fee <strong>of</strong> 50¢ at each meeting for members and<br />
$2 for nonmembers.<br />
Is your computer running too slow...acting funny? You<br />
never know, it might be something the buddies could<br />
solve... if you bring it to the meeting. Contact John (below)<br />
with questions.<br />
Next<br />
What’s ahead for the SVC? You choose! Are you going to<br />
transfer family photos to video? How about that shoebox<br />
filled with home movies? Go ahead; transfer just a couple<br />
each month. Soon you’ll be done and able to give inexpensive<br />
tape copies to family members! Remember, maybe<br />
only YOU know who everyone is in those photos. So call<br />
the SVC today and ask how you can get started. Call John<br />
McHugh at SLP <strong>City</strong> Hall’s TV department: 952-924-2528.<br />
Or e-mail him at jmchugh@stlouispark.org<br />
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Social Groups<br />
Birthday Party<br />
Gymnasium<br />
2nd Wednesday <strong>of</strong> the Month<br />
1:30 – 3 p.m.<br />
Each month the Senior Program hosts a birthday party<br />
with en ter tain ment for everyone to enjoy! Those members<br />
celebrating their birthdays during that month receive a<br />
special birth day song! Everyone is welcome to share in this<br />
celebration and bring a treat. Come and be en ter tained,<br />
enjoy birth day treats and meet other Lenox mem bers.<br />
June 13<br />
Ralph Hepola<br />
Sit back and enjoy an afternoon <strong>of</strong> classical, jazz and<br />
contemporary music.<br />
July 11<br />
Satin Dolls<br />
Continuing our tradition, July and August birthdays will<br />
be celebrated with the help <strong>of</strong> the Satin Dolls. This<br />
fabulous group will entertain us with dance and song.<br />
August birthday’s will be celebrated in July as the<br />
gym is closed for cleaning.<br />
New Member C<strong>of</strong>fee and Tour<br />
Join us for a tour and an overview <strong>of</strong> the<br />
many services, programs and ac tiv i ties<br />
available through the <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong><br />
Senior Program. Meet other pro spec tive<br />
or new members and enjoy re fresh ments.<br />
Remember, the more the merrier!<br />
Mondays, June 11, July 9 and August 13<br />
9:30 a.m. in Lenox Lounge<br />
Golden Kiwanis Fellowship<br />
Join this congenial group for c<strong>of</strong>fee, rolls, door prizes<br />
and in ter est ing meet ings. Each week there is a speaker or<br />
dem on stra tion. For more in for ma tion, call Tom Grimsrud<br />
952-545-0537.<br />
Thursdays, 9 – 10:30 a.m. Fee: $3<br />
Fireplace Room<br />
Women’s Friendship Group<br />
<strong>The</strong> Women’s Group provides women a sup port ive place<br />
to talk about con cerns and joys in their lives. Pro gram<br />
facilitators focus the discussions on topics im por tant to the<br />
group. All wom en are welcome!<br />
Thursdays, 1 p.m. Fee: 50¢<br />
Craft Room<br />
Men’s Breakfast Group<br />
<strong>The</strong> Men’s Group is the place to be every Tuesday morning.<br />
This group has interesting speakers, educational video and<br />
occasionally a lively discussion.<br />
Tuesdays (continuous) 9 – 10 a.m.<br />
Lenox Gym<br />
Fee: Rolls and<br />
C<strong>of</strong>fee $1.75<br />
Seniors Book<br />
Discussion Group<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Com mu ni ty<br />
Library and the <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Senior<br />
Program sponsor this group. <strong>The</strong><br />
group meets at Lenox Com mu ni ty<br />
Center. For more in for ma tion call<br />
952-928-6444.<br />
Third Thurs day <strong>of</strong> the Month 1:30 p.m. No Fee<br />
Upcoming Book Selections:<br />
June 21 Marley & Me<br />
by John Grogan<br />
July 19<br />
August 16<br />
Tears <strong>of</strong> Giraffe<br />
by Alexander McCall Smith<br />
Uncommon Carriers<br />
by John McPhee<br />
Senior Program Mailing List<br />
Please understand that the staff reserves the<br />
right to share our mailing list information with<br />
organizations which we have determined to have<br />
programs <strong>of</strong> interest and value to our members.<br />
<strong>Park</strong>tacular Needs Volunteers<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong>’s <strong>Park</strong>tacular is an annual<br />
community event that is planned,<br />
promoted and executed by an<br />
all-volunteer group — join us!<br />
For more information contact<br />
Joan Fenton at 952-546-8843 or<br />
joanandtom76@msn.com<br />
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Sports<br />
Lenox Mixed Golf League<br />
Tuesdays at Brookview<br />
Golf Course<br />
<strong>St</strong>ill plenty <strong>of</strong> time to join in the<br />
fun! You can come anytime,<br />
even if you haven’t played<br />
with us before or are late getting started. We<br />
really welcome new members.<br />
<strong>The</strong> par 3 course will be a great beginning.<br />
Golf between 7 and 8 a.m.<br />
on Tuesdays. Green fees are $8<br />
for 9 holes for the Lenox Members.<br />
We will find a tee time slot for you<br />
and then you can sign up a week ahead.<br />
<strong>The</strong> picnic will be announced later and the season end<br />
banquet will be held at Kip’s in the Marriott Hotel<br />
on 394 in <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong>.<br />
Call Mary Jo Mullen with any questions you may have at<br />
952-544-8358.<br />
League cost: $8 + weekly green fees<br />
+ <strong>St</strong>. Paul Saints<br />
Baseball<br />
Sunday, August 12<br />
Bring your family and grand<br />
children or friends for a day at<br />
the ballpark. Watch the <strong>St</strong>. Paul<br />
Saints play the Fort Worth Cats<br />
and be part <strong>of</strong> the fun and<br />
excitement <strong>of</strong> watching<br />
baseball outdoors. Package<br />
includes transportation, group<br />
photo and hat provided by<br />
Home Health Inc., and <strong>Park</strong><br />
Health & Rehabilitation Center.<br />
Registration Deadline: Monday, July 30<br />
11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.<br />
Game starts 1:05 p.m.<br />
Cost $13<br />
+ Sponsored by Home Health Care Inc. and <strong>Park</strong><br />
Walking Group Needs a Leader<br />
Why should you start<br />
walking? Walkers have<br />
fewer incidences <strong>of</strong> cancer,<br />
heart disease, stroke,<br />
diabetes and other killer<br />
diseases. Walkers live<br />
longer and get mental<br />
health and spiritual<br />
benefits. Data from the<br />
yearly Superstudy®<br />
conducted by American<br />
Sports Data, Inc. on sports<br />
participation identifies<br />
walking as the most popular<br />
sport for individuals 55 or<br />
better. So what are you<br />
waiting for ...call Rita at<br />
952-928-6444 to volunteer.<br />
Lois Thompson celebrating her<br />
birthday with the<br />
Ballroom Dance Group.<br />
Don Reickter demonstrating<br />
a dance step at the new<br />
Ballroom Dance Lessons.<br />
Sports Huddle will return in the fall.<br />
Pre-registration required on<br />
all classes and outings.<br />
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Beverly <strong>St</strong>rombeck and<br />
John Magnuson concentrating<br />
on a new dance step.
Trips<br />
Polar Bear Express in<br />
Manitoba, Canada<br />
Wednesday, October 31 thru<br />
Tuesday, November 6<br />
This unique adventure is <strong>of</strong>fered<br />
to a limited number <strong>of</strong> guests each year. Upon arrival in<br />
Winnipeg, travelers will check into the Sheraton Airport<br />
Four Point Hotel before meeting the Polar Bear Express<br />
tour guide the next day, fly into Churchill on the Hudson<br />
Bay, tour the Eskimo Museum and enjoy a slide show by a<br />
local photographer. At Cape Churchill in Wapusk National<br />
<strong>Park</strong>, we will have exclusive access to the polar bears.<br />
Travelers will have two days aboard the Tundra Buggy to<br />
observe and photograph the polar bears and other Artic<br />
wildlife. <strong>The</strong> Tundra Buggy meanders over a system <strong>of</strong><br />
established trails, stopping at leisure to enjoy the wildlife in<br />
its natural habitat. <strong>The</strong> final Artic experience will be a dog<br />
sledding program before returning to Winnipeg. Space is<br />
limited—so reserve your spot early!<br />
Registration information: $750 non-refundable<br />
deposit with final payment due Monday, July 9.<br />
$4,649 based on double occupancy. Travel<br />
Insurance available. Other options available.<br />
Holiday Time in New York <strong>City</strong><br />
Monday, December 3 thru<br />
Friday, December 7<br />
Known as the most exciting metropolis,<br />
New York <strong>City</strong> has it all. Our local guide<br />
invites you to see Greenwich Village, the<br />
Wall <strong>St</strong>reet district, Little Italy, Chinatown,<br />
the Empire <strong>St</strong>ate and Chrysler buildings,<br />
the United Nations and other time-honored<br />
landmarks. A memorable visit to Ground<br />
Zero is a must. Lunch is in Central <strong>Park</strong> at<br />
the world-famous Tavern on the Green,<br />
decorated for the holidays. <strong>The</strong>n on to<br />
Belvedere Castle sitting on the highest<br />
point in Central <strong>Park</strong> where the views in<br />
every direction are breathtaking. Enjoy<br />
free time on the esteemed Fifth Avenue before the Christmas<br />
Spectacular at Radio <strong>City</strong> Music Hall featuring the<br />
high-kicking Rockettes. <strong>The</strong> next day visit Cathedral <strong>of</strong> <strong>St</strong>.<br />
John the Divine, the world‘s largest Gothic-style cathedral,<br />
plus the Metropolitan Museum <strong>of</strong> Art‘s fascinating exhibits.<br />
Breakfast at a traditional New York <strong>City</strong> diner before<br />
embarking on trip to Ellis Island and another Broadway<br />
performance! Space is limited—register now with $200/per<br />
person non-refundable deposit by May 31.<br />
Final payment due Thursday, September 27.<br />
$2,585 based on double occupancy. Travel<br />
insurance available. Other options available.<br />
Brochures and registration available<br />
at Lenox Community Center,<br />
Main Office Room 104<br />
Conversation<br />
with Terry Redlin<br />
in Watertown,<br />
South Dakota<br />
2-Day<br />
motorcoach<br />
Tuesday and<br />
Wednesday,<br />
August 14 and 15<br />
Visit the Bonnie Mohr Fine Arts <strong>St</strong>udio, known for<br />
the farm inspired art. <strong>The</strong>n onto Granite Falls for lunch and<br />
a historic downtown tour. View a video presentation “A<br />
Conversation with Terry Redlin” at the Redlin Art<br />
Center. Spend time looking at more than 100 originals<br />
and see why Redlin is known as the “Master <strong>of</strong> Memories.”<br />
Check into the Country Inn by Carlson before dinner at the<br />
Lakeshore Restaurant on Beautiful Lake Kampeska. Take<br />
an Inspirational Site Tour <strong>of</strong> Watertown that highlights a<br />
house, bridge, church windows, grain elevator, lakeside<br />
restaurant, and tree house seen in Redlin’s work. On to<br />
Lake Benton, the wind power capital <strong>of</strong> the Midwest. A<br />
local representative describes the process as you observe<br />
hundreds <strong>of</strong> wind turbines on Buffalo Ridge. Sit back in the<br />
Lake Benton Opera House as local entertainment captures<br />
the lore <strong>of</strong> the rural community. $50 deposit.<br />
Registration and payment deadline: Monday,<br />
July 2, $299 per person/double, $329 per<br />
person/single, other options available. Travel<br />
insurance available.<br />
International Wolf<br />
Center and Vince<br />
Shute Wildlife<br />
Sanctuary in<br />
Northern<br />
Minnesota<br />
2-Day motorcoach<br />
trip Tuesday and<br />
Wednesday,<br />
August 28 and 29<br />
<strong>St</strong>op in Ely for lunch at the Chocolate Moose. Tour the<br />
world’s premier wolf interpretive facility located in the<br />
heart <strong>of</strong> Superior National Forest. Tour the center and<br />
meet the resident wolf pack, hear an interpretive program<br />
and learn about this award-winning exhibit. Observe the<br />
wolves while learning about their life and habitat from a<br />
trained naturalist. After checking into the Americinn in Orr<br />
tour the Wildlife Sanctuary. Glimpse into the world <strong>of</strong> black<br />
bears from a safe observation deck. <strong>The</strong> next day<br />
visit Ironworld Discovery Center to learn about the<br />
explosive growth <strong>of</strong> iron mining that attracted thousands to<br />
the Iron Range. Ride the Mesabi Railway, tour the museum,<br />
enjoy the spectacular vistas and learn about the cultural<br />
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Trips<br />
Services<br />
Travel Preview for 2007 — Continued<br />
International Wolf Center — Continued<br />
diversity brought to this area. Weavers, cooks, woodcarvers<br />
or gardeners are available to bring the past<br />
to life. Lunch will be “pasty in a pail” common among<br />
miners long ago. $50 deposit.<br />
Registration and payment deadline: Tuesday, July 17,<br />
$314 per person/double, other options available.<br />
Travel insurance available.<br />
Moose Calling on<br />
the Gunflint Trail<br />
3-Day motorcoach<br />
trip Monday thru<br />
Wednesday,<br />
October 8, 9 and 10<br />
Experience the ultimate<br />
wild adventure — calling<br />
the moose during the<br />
fall rut. As you travel north enjoy lunch at the Grand<br />
Superior Lodge before checking into <strong>The</strong> Gun Flint Lodge,<br />
a three star wilderness retreat. After dinner there will be an<br />
orientation on moose country habitat, lore and habits and<br />
technique demonstrations. <strong>The</strong>re is an element <strong>of</strong> risk as<br />
you join in the scratching, stomping, thrashing, and antler<br />
rattling. Experienced guides lead group into the backcountry.<br />
<strong>The</strong> lodge <strong>of</strong>fers other activities including hiking, fishing,<br />
canoeing or just relaxing in this rustic environment.<br />
During dinner hear the history <strong>of</strong> the lodge and the family<br />
who have owned it since 1927. $100 deposit.<br />
Registration and payment deadline: Monday,<br />
August 6, $495 per person/double, other options<br />
available. Travel insurance available.<br />
Thanks<br />
to our AARP Volunteers for helping<br />
375 Seniors with their 2006 Taxes.<br />
John Adams<br />
Dick Dietz<br />
Aswini Goonewardena<br />
Anne Graeber<br />
William Bell Lent<br />
Dan Osmek<br />
Monique Schwartzberg<br />
Kitty Schweikart<br />
Senior Dining Options<br />
1. Calvary Lutheran Church, 7520 Golden Valley Road<br />
in Golden Valley, serves lunch at noon, Monday through<br />
Friday. Call Dale Swenson at 612-269-8462 for a reservation<br />
or information.<br />
2. Sabes Jewish Community located at 4330 S. Cedar Lake<br />
Road, Minneapolis, MN 55416 <strong>of</strong>fers lunches on Wednesday,<br />
Thursday and Friday. Bus transportation from Lenox<br />
would be available. Lunches are upgraded and cost $3.00.<br />
For more information call Ruth Goldberg at 952-381-3415.<br />
3. Yorktown Continental Apartments, 7151 York Avenue<br />
South in Edina serves lunch at noon, Monday through Friday.<br />
Call Pat Hallin at 952-893-1448 to make a reservation.<br />
Checkbook or Budget Troubles?<br />
This con fi den tial service provides assistance in writing<br />
checks, balancing your checkbook, or setting up a schedule<br />
for paying bills. Call Cathy at 952-928-6443 for an<br />
appointment.<br />
Tuesdays<br />
June 12, July 10, August 14<br />
9 – 11 a.m.<br />
Health Insurance Counseling<br />
A volunteer is available to help with health insurance<br />
concerns, Medicare forms, and record keeping needs.<br />
Call Cathy at 952-928-6443 for an appointment.<br />
Wednesdays, June 6 and August 1 1 – 3 p.m.<br />
Thursday, July 5<br />
1 – 3 p.m.<br />
Blood Pressure Screening<br />
Tuesdays, June 19, July 17, August 21<br />
Fee: 50¢<br />
10 – 11:15 a.m.<br />
No appointment necessary.<br />
Emergency Information<br />
Paramedics will turn to a victim’s cell phone for clues to<br />
that person’s identity. You can make their job much easier<br />
with a simple idea that they are trying to get everyone to<br />
adopt ICE. ICE stands for IN CASE <strong>of</strong> EMERGENCY. If<br />
you add an entry in the contacts list in your cell phone under<br />
ICE, with the name and phone number <strong>of</strong> the person<br />
that the emergency services should call on your behalf,<br />
you can save them a lot <strong>of</strong> time and have our loved ones<br />
contacted quickly. It only takes a few moments <strong>of</strong> your<br />
time to do. Paramedics know what ICE means and they<br />
look for it immediately. Use ICE1, ICE2, etc. for more than<br />
one contact.<br />
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Services<br />
Residential Fire & Safety Assessments<br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Fire Department is <strong>of</strong>fering free fire and<br />
safety assessments. An <strong>of</strong>ficer will come out to your home<br />
and go through a detailed assessment with you. You may<br />
download the assessment at www.stlouispark.org. For<br />
more information or to schedule an appointment call Cary<br />
Smith at 952-924-2171.<br />
Foot Care Clinic<br />
Licensed nurses provide routine foot care.<br />
Services include foot soak, prevention and<br />
maintenance <strong>of</strong> ingrown nails, trimming <strong>of</strong><br />
toe nails, corns and callouses, and lotion rub.<br />
Call Happy Feet at 763-560-5136 for a halfhour<br />
appointment. To can cel, call Happy Feet at least 24<br />
hours in ad vance, or a fee will be charged to you.<br />
Tuesdays, June 5, July 3 and August 7<br />
Fireplace Room 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. $30 payable to<br />
Happy Feet<br />
<strong>Park</strong> Call In<br />
Par tic i pants call in every morn ing between<br />
the hours <strong>of</strong> 8:30 and 11 a.m. to<br />
report that they are all right. <strong>The</strong> calls are<br />
received by Senior Program vol un teers<br />
during the week and by the police de part -<br />
ment on weekends and hol i days.<br />
Available to <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> residents who live alone or any<br />
disabled person living in the city. Register by calling<br />
952-928-6443.<br />
STEP Helps <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Residents<br />
STEP is a nonpr<strong>of</strong>it emergency assistance program serving<br />
the residents <strong>of</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong>. Services provided include:<br />
• Transportation to medical appointments<br />
• Handywork and home chore services<br />
• Emergency food shelf<br />
• Emergency financial assistance<br />
• Clothing Closet/Thrift <strong>St</strong>ore<br />
STEP is located at Highway 7 and Wooddale. For eligibility<br />
criteria and fee information, call 952-925-4899.<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> NORC SENIOR<br />
RESOURCE DIRECTORY<br />
ONLINE AT www.slpnorc.org<br />
Call 952-542-4821 if you have questions.<br />
Benefitscheckup.org<br />
Benefitscheckup.org is a web based service that allows<br />
seniors, their families, and caregivers to identify quickly<br />
and easily what programs and services they may qualify<br />
for and how to access them. This is a service <strong>of</strong> the<br />
National Council on Aging (NCOA).<br />
Senior LinkAge Line 1-800-333-2433<br />
<strong>The</strong> pur pose <strong>of</strong> this service is to assist<br />
seniors and their families to locate servic<br />
es in their communities. Trained<br />
staff can link you to resources. This<br />
is a great resource, and it is free<br />
to seniors and their families. Call<br />
1-800-333-2433 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. week days.<br />
Messages can be left after hours, 24 hours a day.<br />
Medical Equipment Lending<br />
<strong>The</strong> Senior Program has crutches, canes,<br />
walkers and wheelchairs available for use.<br />
Call 952-928-6443 with questions.<br />
Adults with Disabilities:<br />
Opportunities for fun and<br />
life-long learn ing!<br />
Join Project SOAR classes/<br />
activities. We <strong>of</strong>fer the fol low ing:<br />
• Assistance so you can participate in Com mu ni ty<br />
Education classes<br />
• Financial assistance<br />
• Customized classes in our SOAR Newsletter<br />
• Workshops and train ing for family and<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>essionals<br />
• Independent living and rec re ation al classes<br />
• Volunteer opportunities<br />
• Community resources<br />
• Advocacy<br />
Call Myra Wicklacz, Progam Manager<br />
at 952-401-6898,<br />
myrawicklacz@minnetonka.k12.mn.us<br />
or MN Relay at 711.<br />
NEW<br />
Vision Resouce<br />
<strong>The</strong> American Foundation for the<br />
Blind (AFB) website<br />
www.afb.org/seniorsite, includes<br />
tips, techniques, and information on living<br />
independently with vision loss and seeks to <strong>of</strong>fer an online<br />
community for seniors through blogs, message boards,<br />
and support group links.<br />
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Services<br />
Free Resource Guide for Caregivers<br />
now Online<br />
Caring for a sick or disabled friend or relative will find<br />
tips, support, and information in Resources for Caregiver<br />
2007 @www.maturemarketinstitute.com<br />
A free guide from the MetLife Mature Market Institute<br />
and National Alliance for Caregiving. <strong>The</strong> 38-page booklet<br />
provides books, Internet sites, and organizations <strong>of</strong>fering<br />
help and information to lessen the burden and save time<br />
for caregivers.<br />
Long Term Care<br />
By Senior Community Volunteer <strong>St</strong>aff<br />
Long term care is a variety <strong>of</strong> services and support to meet<br />
health or personal care needs over an extended period <strong>of</strong><br />
time. Most long term care is non-skilled personal care<br />
assistance, such as help performing everyday Activities <strong>of</strong><br />
Daily Living (ADL’s). Examples <strong>of</strong> these activities may<br />
include help with bathing, dressing, eating, using the<br />
toilet, or transferring from bed or chair. <strong>The</strong> goal <strong>of</strong> these<br />
services is to help an individual maximize independence<br />
and functioning at a time when one is unable to be fully<br />
independent. Long term care services may be needed<br />
when a sudden illness or injury creates a need for help<br />
with the activities <strong>of</strong> daily living while an individual<br />
recuperates at home.<br />
This year about 9 million Americans over the age <strong>of</strong> 65<br />
will need long term care services. By 2020 that number<br />
will increase to 12 million. While most people who need<br />
long term care are age 65 or older, a person can need these<br />
services at any age. Service and support needs vary from<br />
one person to the next and <strong>of</strong>ten change over time.<br />
Consumer Reports<br />
Best Buy Drugs<br />
<strong>The</strong> Minnesota Senior Federation (MnSF) is proud to<br />
partner with Consumer Union, publisher <strong>of</strong> Consumer<br />
Reports, to bring you information on their new free<br />
service:Consumer Reports Best Buy Drugs (CRBBD).<br />
CRBBD has rated different classes <strong>of</strong> drugs based on:<br />
effectiveness, safety, track record over time and price.<br />
Visit www.crbestbuydrugs.org or call the MN Senior<br />
Federation Health Plan Information Center at 651-783-5045<br />
(Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.).<br />
NEW<br />
Dental Plan<br />
MN Senior Federation announces a<br />
dental plan. HealthPartners, a<br />
Minnesota based non-pr<strong>of</strong>it health<br />
plan provider, has agreed to provide<br />
three different plans for MnSF<br />
members. For more information<br />
call 1-651-645-0261.<br />
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FDA Publishes<br />
Online<br />
Newsletter for Seniors<br />
<strong>The</strong> Food and Drug Administration (FDA) publishes an<br />
online newsletter Maturity Health Matters. This free online<br />
newsletter, published three times a year, provides older<br />
adults, their families and caregivers with information about<br />
FDA-regulated products and health information to help<br />
people live longer, more productive lives. Check online at<br />
www.fda.gov/cdrh/maturityhealthmatters/issue5.html<br />
Kitchen Chairs Barb and Rodger Miller make the work in<br />
the kitchen fun at the Spaghetti Dinner!<br />
<strong>Park</strong> Health and Rehab volunteers were a great addition<br />
this year.
Registration Information<br />
Center<br />
Senior Program Registration Policy<br />
Registration accompanied by payment is required for<br />
Senior Program activities. All programs have registration<br />
deadlines. Refunds will not be guaranteed after the<br />
deadline unless a substitute is found. <strong>The</strong> Senior Program<br />
is not responsible for finding a substitute if you cancel. If<br />
you find a replacement or an individual on the wait list<br />
takes your place, a refund will be made. Checks will be<br />
deposited within three weeks <strong>of</strong> receipt. If an activity is<br />
filled, you will be placed on a wait list. Make checks<br />
payable to the ISD #283.<br />
Registration Options:<br />
1) In Person at Lenox Office, Room 104.<br />
2) Drop Box is located outside the main Lenox entrance.<br />
3) Mail registration form and payment to:<br />
Lenox Community Center/Senior Program<br />
6715 Minnetonka Blvd.<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong>, MN 55426<br />
4) NEW: Register online at www.slpseniors.org Click<br />
on link www.slpcommunityed.com. Click on Available<br />
Courses then scroll down to Senior Program for items<br />
with a SR Number or Adult Enrichment for items with an<br />
AE Number. A $5 processing fee will be charged for all<br />
registrations canceled or changed after initial registration<br />
by participants.<br />
Spaghetti Dinner<br />
Chair Betty Pickle, Mae Hirasuna with Olive Garden<br />
representatives Nicole Slaughter, Certified Trainer and<br />
Lorrie Van Houser, Sales Manager, basking in their glory!<br />
Name ______________________________________________<br />
Address ___________________________________________<br />
Phone (h) _________________________________________<br />
email ______________________________________________<br />
<strong>City</strong> ____________________________ Zip _______________<br />
Betty Vaughn one <strong>of</strong> the 103 volunteers that made the<br />
event go smoothly.<br />
Elizabeth Nielson<br />
at the organ.<br />
Emergency Contact _________________________________<br />
Phone (h) _________________________________________<br />
Phone (w) _________________________________________<br />
Class or Outing Title<br />
____________________________ Class No. _____________<br />
Date____________________ Fee_______________________<br />
Class or Outing Title<br />
____________________________ Class No. ______________<br />
Date____________________ Fee_______________________<br />
Ian Friske<br />
enjoying his<br />
spaghetti.<br />
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Center News<br />
2007 – 2008 Advisory Council Candidates<br />
Mary Anderson<br />
Mary is a resident <strong>of</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> and has been a<br />
member <strong>of</strong> the Senior Program for 4 years. Activities<br />
include Red Hats, Lunch Bunch, day trips, and volunteering<br />
in the <strong>of</strong>fice. She is a member <strong>of</strong> Minnesota Senior<br />
Federation, Vital Aging Network, and NORC Project. She<br />
is also a member <strong>of</strong> Board <strong>of</strong> Directors <strong>of</strong> Minnesota<br />
Council <strong>of</strong> Church Ministries. Mary has 2 daughters,<br />
5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Special<br />
interests include hot air ballooning, reading, country<br />
music trips, and speaking on senior issues.<br />
Virginia (Ginny) Boe<br />
Ginny is a resident <strong>of</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> and has been a member<br />
<strong>of</strong> the Senior Program for 13 years. Activities include<br />
Red Hats, golf league, and is a hospitality desk volunteer.<br />
She is also a member <strong>of</strong> Women’s Club and is active at<br />
church and walking, sewing and crafts. Her husband<br />
Lloyd is also an active Senior Program member. <strong>The</strong>y have<br />
3 children, 5 grandchildren and 1 greatgrandson.<br />
Ken Huiras<br />
Ken is a 38 year resident <strong>of</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> and has been<br />
a member <strong>of</strong> the Senior Program for 3 years. Activities<br />
include men’s breakfast group, sports huddle, fishing on<br />
Lake Mille Lacs, and many other interesting classes. He<br />
works in the <strong>of</strong>fice as needed, does <strong>Park</strong> Call In, has been<br />
on Advisory Council the past 2 years, and is chairman<br />
<strong>of</strong> the nominating committee. He has been a member <strong>of</strong><br />
2 <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Citizen Advisory Commissions.<br />
His wife Shirley is also an active member <strong>of</strong> the Senior<br />
Program. <strong>The</strong>y have 2 sons, 4 granddaughters, and 2 great<br />
grandsons.<br />
Duncan MacKenzie<br />
Duncan has lived in <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> for 43 years and has<br />
been a member <strong>of</strong> the Senior Program for 12 years.<br />
Activities include Humanities Commission member and<br />
he has enjoyed many learning opportunities at Lenox. He<br />
has been a member <strong>of</strong> the Apollo Male Chorus for 22 years<br />
and a member <strong>of</strong> church choirs for “more years than he<br />
can count”. His wife Rita is also an active member <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Senior Program. <strong>The</strong>y have 3 children and 3 grandchildren.<br />
<strong>Louis</strong>e Griver<br />
<strong>Louis</strong>e is a 45 year resident <strong>of</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> and has been<br />
a member <strong>of</strong> the Senior Program for 15 years. Activities<br />
include Red Hats, Lenox Foundation Board <strong>of</strong> Directors<br />
and a Past President, current member <strong>of</strong> Advisory Council,<br />
a Charter member <strong>of</strong> the Humanities Committee, and the<br />
Women’s Club. <strong>Louis</strong>e is very supportive <strong>of</strong> the Senior<br />
Program as a participant and a volunteer. She has had one<br />
<strong>of</strong> her oil paintings appear on the cover <strong>of</strong> <strong>Newscaster</strong>.<br />
She is a member <strong>of</strong> Westwood Lutheran Church where<br />
she plans church receptions. She and husband Nate have<br />
enjoyed world travel and bird watching.<br />
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Dan Klein<br />
Dan lived in <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> for 34 years and currently<br />
resides in Minnetonka. He has been a member <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Senior Program for 4 years. Activities include art classes<br />
and lectures on history, art, and opera. He has also<br />
attended programs at other centers and has found Lenox to<br />
be the best. Interests include Guthrie <strong>The</strong>ater, Bloomington<br />
<strong>The</strong>ater, Chamber Orchestra, Edina Art Center and<br />
Minneapolis Art institute. He enjoys playing bridge,<br />
bicycling, health club, traveling and vacations. Dan is<br />
married and has 2 children and 2 grandchildren. A special<br />
interest is benchmarking activities at other Senior Programs<br />
to determine if they should be included in Lenox programs<br />
and continue to make Lenox Programs the best.<br />
Delores (Dee) Sater<br />
Dee has lived in <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> 55 years and has been a<br />
member <strong>of</strong> Senior Program for 13 years. Activities include<br />
Hospitality Desk Supervisor, member <strong>of</strong> Advisory Council,<br />
and member <strong>of</strong> Program Committee, Spaghetti Dinner,<br />
Waffle Dinner, and Senior Summit committees. Currently<br />
Dee is a member <strong>of</strong> the Perky <strong>Park</strong>etts, our Red Hat Society,<br />
Vice Queen. She is a member <strong>of</strong> Westwood Lutheran<br />
Church where she also volunteers. Dee served as <strong>Park</strong>tacular<br />
Queen in 1999 – 2000. Her husband Bob is also an active<br />
member <strong>of</strong> the Senior Program. <strong>The</strong>y have 2 daughters,<br />
1 son, and 7 grandchildren all living in the area.<br />
Ida (Edie) Zonneveldt<br />
Edie has lived in <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> for 18 years and has been a<br />
member <strong>of</strong> Senior Program for 10 years. Activities include<br />
exercises, T’ai Chi Ch’uan, humanities lectures, birthday<br />
parties, and the outings. Interests are church, concerts,<br />
plays, knitting, reading, and travel. She has 4 children and<br />
10 grandchildren.<br />
Bookmark Is for Everyone<br />
Plans are underway for <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong>’s<br />
third annual “Bookmark in the <strong>Park</strong>”<br />
communitywide reading program. <strong>The</strong><br />
2007 theme is “Celebrating the Arts.”<br />
This year’s book selection will be<br />
announced at the Children First Ice<br />
Cream Social on Sunday, May 20.<br />
Bookmark’s purpose is to promote reading and community<br />
unity by challenging everyone to read the same book at the<br />
same time. “Make a good book better, read it together.”<br />
Watch for the Bookmark presence at major community<br />
events and announcements <strong>of</strong> special activities throughout<br />
the year. Volunteers are needed for one-time events. To<br />
volunteer or for more information, contact Bob Ramsey at<br />
(952) 922-9558.
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Voting Instructions for 2007<br />
All current senior program members are encouraged to<br />
vote. This is your program and your input is important.<br />
Voting dates:<br />
Monday, June 11, 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.<br />
Tuesday, June 12, 8:30 a.m. – noon<br />
If you are unable to vote on Monday June 11th or Tuesday<br />
June 12th you may vote by Absentee Ballot. Please follow<br />
these easy instructions.<br />
1. Cut the ballot out <strong>of</strong> your <strong>Newscaster</strong> or stop in the<br />
<strong>of</strong>fice and pick up a ballot.<br />
2. Vote for six (6) candidates by marking an “X” next to<br />
the name. You may vote for less than six (6) if you wish.<br />
3. Place your marked ballot in an envelope and seal it.<br />
Write “Absentee Ballot” on the outside <strong>of</strong> the envelope.<br />
4. Place the envelope marked “Absentee Ballot” into a<br />
second envelope. Your name and address MUST appear<br />
on the second envelope. This is used to prove your<br />
membership is up to date. <strong>The</strong> ballot must be received<br />
by noon on Tuesday, June 12, 2007.<br />
5. Mail your ballot to:<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Senior Program<br />
6715 Minnetonka Blvd.<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong>, MN 55426<br />
Or drop your ballot <strong>of</strong>f at the <strong>of</strong>fice, Room 104.<br />
6. Each member in good standing should vote. <strong>St</strong>op in the<br />
<strong>of</strong>fice and pick up a ballot.<br />
Directions Must be followed or your ballot WILL<br />
NOT be counted.<br />
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2006-2007<br />
Advisory Council Candidates<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Senior Program<br />
Mary Anderson<br />
Virginia Boe<br />
Ken Huiras<br />
Duncan MacKenzie<br />
Vote for 7 candidates<br />
_____<br />
_____<br />
_____<br />
_____<br />
<strong>Louis</strong>e Griver<br />
Dan Klein<br />
Delores (Dee) Sater<br />
Ida (Edie) Zonneveld<br />
Write in: ___________________________________________<br />
____________________________________________________<br />
Program Hours and Closing Information<br />
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.<br />
Closing information: When the weather is unusual or<br />
threatening, listen to AM radio station WCCO (830) or<br />
watch television stations WCCO Channel 4, KSTP Channel<br />
5 or KARE Channel 11, or call the <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> School<br />
Closing Hotline, 952-928-6055. Announcements <strong>of</strong> school<br />
closings or late starts will be made as soon as possible after<br />
6 a.m. If the schools are closed, Lenox and the Senior<br />
Program will also be closed.<br />
Center Closings<br />
Lenox Community Center will be closed on the fol low ing<br />
dates: Wednesday, July 4, and Monday, September 3.<br />
NEW<br />
Senior Program Summer Hours<br />
8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Fridays<br />
June 15 – August 17<br />
Senior Program Membership Rates<br />
• Regular: $19/year<br />
• Supportive: $27<br />
• Three-Dollar-Month Club: $36<br />
• Four-Dollar-Month Club: $48<br />
• Silver Card Members: $87/year<br />
• Gold Card Members: $160/year<br />
• Associate Membership: $19<br />
(for spouse between 50-55)<br />
Membership information available<br />
at the Hospitality Center.<br />
Tuition Assistance<br />
Tuition assistance is available to youth and adult learners<br />
for class/program fee reduction. Individuals are asked to<br />
complete an application followed by a phone contact to<br />
determine if the individual meets the program guidelines.<br />
Applications are available in the Lenox Office, Room 104<br />
or call Cathy at 952-928-6443.<br />
Discounts for Seniors:<br />
Adult Enrichment Offers Senior Discount<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Senior Program Members may take a 25%<br />
discount on exercise classes and 10% discount on all other<br />
adult enrichment classes. Please provide your renewal<br />
month and year at time <strong>of</strong> registration. Ques tions? Call<br />
Margaret at 952-928-6442.<br />
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Center News<br />
New Members<br />
Donald Anderson<br />
Nona Anderson<br />
Lois Arntson<br />
Ardelle Askegaard<br />
Paul Askegaard<br />
Evely Aslakson<br />
Constance Baarsch<br />
Ira Bagloo<br />
Floyd Berntsen<br />
Dolores Bright<br />
Jacqueline Brooking<br />
Barb Carufel<br />
Beverly Cohen<br />
Juris Curiskis<br />
Janet Davidson<br />
Harry Deikel<br />
Pat Eckelberry<br />
Judy Falness<br />
Roy Falness<br />
Juan Galvez<br />
Aswini Goonewardena<br />
Doreen Greenbled<br />
Sharon Hennemuth<br />
William Hennemuth<br />
Richard House<br />
Vivian Jacobson<br />
Paul Kaiser<br />
Charlotte Katz<br />
Karen Lattery<br />
Hazel Lawrence<br />
Reva Lear<br />
Maureen Marolt<br />
Tom Marolt<br />
Duane McDonnell<br />
Lois Moorvich<br />
Rosemary Navratil<br />
<strong>St</strong>even Nelson<br />
Adeline Oveson<br />
Shirley Owen<br />
Marion Person<br />
Glennie Pogue<br />
Mary Schulz<br />
Mary Silberschatz<br />
Elaine Spiegel<br />
Jo Tennison<br />
Janice Tranberry<br />
Helen Tsuchiya<br />
Joyce Wallin<br />
Ellen Wethington<br />
Joseph Wethington<br />
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Supportive -<br />
$27 per year<br />
Bernelda Becker<br />
LeRoy Becker<br />
Alden Blixrud<br />
Esther Chi<br />
Betty Deane<br />
Joyce Gobin<br />
Ann Graeber<br />
Gail Grzeskowiak<br />
Benita Illions<br />
Donald Knutson<br />
Barbara Lanenberg<br />
Jim Lanenberg<br />
Ron Lee<br />
Janet Long<br />
John Magnuson<br />
Jeanne Metcalf<br />
Judith Olsen<br />
Richard Olsen<br />
Betty Peterson<br />
Lavonne Pogulis<br />
Joyce Ramsey<br />
Robert Ramsey<br />
Delores Schmeidel<br />
Clara Spratt<br />
Sidney <strong>St</strong>illman<br />
Deane Thompson<br />
Marlea Warren<br />
Glennis Williams<br />
Audrey Yates<br />
$36 per year<br />
Charlotte Bodene<br />
Alan Poulsen<br />
John Tillman<br />
Margaret Wolfson<br />
$48 per year<br />
Bob Dynan<br />
Anith Messerly<br />
Other<br />
James Gallea<br />
Loretta Gallea<br />
Glen Soderberg<br />
NORC Scholarships<br />
NORC (Nurturing Our Retired Citizens) is now<br />
providing scholarships for membership to the Senior<br />
Program and for other programs in the community. If you<br />
are unable to afford the cost for any educational classes,<br />
outings, or social events, please contact Tatiana Nesvijski<br />
at 612-518-6640.<br />
Senior UCare Discounts<br />
If you have UCare insurance you may be eligible for great<br />
discounts on classes or outings. Call Cathy at 952-928-6443<br />
for details.<br />
Change <strong>of</strong> Address<br />
Have you moved? Are you planning to move? If so,<br />
please call Cathy at 952-928-6443 with your new address<br />
and phone number. This will help us keep our mailing<br />
list up to date! You would not want to miss getting your<br />
<strong>Newscaster</strong>!<br />
Resource Cart<br />
Are you looking for resource information?<br />
<strong>The</strong> Senior Program has created a one-stop shopping cart<br />
for your convenience. Resource information from local,<br />
state and federal level, plus housing, health services and<br />
directories is available. You are welcome to take most<br />
information. <strong>St</strong>op in the <strong>of</strong>fice if you have questions.<br />
Lenox<br />
Van Drivers<br />
Needed<br />
<strong>The</strong> Senior Program<br />
is seeking drivers to transport members to<br />
Out & About destinations including Lunch<br />
Bunch in the Lenox van. For more information<br />
call Cathy at 928-6443.<br />
Requirements:<br />
• Current driver's license: NO SPECIAL<br />
ENDORSEMENT NEEDED<br />
• Pass a physical that includes checks<br />
on hearing and eyesight.<br />
• Pass a driving record and criminal<br />
back-ground check.<br />
• Be able to operate the wheelchair lift/give<br />
passenger assistance. (Training provided)<br />
Some training may or may not be necessary,<br />
call Cathy for details.<br />
• Be Fun Loving!
Center News<br />
Personal Notes:<br />
Wishing you well in a hurry, then<br />
Wishing you a little bit more –<br />
Hope you’ll not only feel better,<br />
But better than ever before!<br />
Maureen Anderson, Alan Bratland, Mary Carver, Juanita<br />
Farkas, Janet Grimes, <strong>Louis</strong>e Griver, Nina Haker, Joyce<br />
Kautz, Shirley May, Joyce McGown, Phoebe Mikkola,<br />
Mary Jo Mileski’s Son, Doris Olsen, Alan Poulsen, Jerry<br />
Rose, <strong>Louis</strong>e Ross, Dee Sater, MaryJo Scully, Helen Shaker,<br />
Clara Totske and Clara Totske’s daughter, Martha.<br />
Sunshine and Good Cheer<br />
Do you know a Senior Program member who is ill, in<br />
the hospital, or has experienced a death in the family? A<br />
volunteer will send the member a card from the Senior<br />
Program. Call 952-928-6444 with the person’s name,<br />
address and what type <strong>of</strong> card should be sent. Thanks for<br />
caring about your fellow members.<br />
Our Sympathy to:<br />
Lyle Hanks in the death <strong>of</strong> his brother.<br />
<strong>The</strong> family <strong>of</strong> Evelyn McCoy.<br />
Mary Jo Mileski in the death <strong>of</strong> her husband.<br />
Lonnie Peterson in the death <strong>of</strong> her mother.<br />
<strong>The</strong> family <strong>of</strong> Peter Popadiuk<br />
Reiko Sumada in the death <strong>of</strong> her sister.<br />
George & Gaye Swenson in the death <strong>of</strong> their son-in-law.<br />
<strong>The</strong> family <strong>of</strong> Elton Undin.<br />
Roger & Elaine Friauf in the death <strong>of</strong> their son, Douglas.<br />
STEP: <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Emergency<br />
Program<br />
Lenox will continue to be a collection site<br />
for food for STEP. Please place your donations<br />
in the box in the entrance. Thanks for<br />
supporting your community!<br />
Daytime volunteer opportunities available<br />
at STEP, 5925 Highway 7. For more information call Jackie<br />
at 952-925-4899.<br />
Use <strong>of</strong> Office Equipment<br />
Copies for personal use are available for 5¢ per copy. This<br />
includes tax materials. Please note that if the <strong>of</strong>fice is busy<br />
you may be asked to come back at another time.<br />
Group copies are limited to 25 <strong>of</strong> the same material. After<br />
that groups will be charged 5¢/copy. If you have copies for<br />
groups, give us at least a day’s notice.<br />
Fax machine is not open for public use.<br />
Lenox Lost & Found<br />
<strong>The</strong> Lost and Found is located in the main <strong>of</strong>fice. If you<br />
have left something at Lenox, please come to the main <strong>of</strong>fice<br />
in Room 104. Items left more than three months will be<br />
donated. Thanks for your cooperation.<br />
Corrections to Spring 2007 <strong>Newscaster</strong><br />
Our Heartfelt Sympathy to:<br />
Leon Hurtubise in the death <strong>of</strong> his wife Jesse Hurtubise.<br />
Judy Berven in the death <strong>of</strong> her mother Dorothy<br />
Montgomery.<br />
Helping the Junior High<br />
<strong>The</strong> Junior High Community Education <strong>of</strong>fice is collecting<br />
used cell phones and ink cartridges. This fundraiser will<br />
support the Junior High drop-in center, DropZone. Drop<br />
<strong>of</strong>f your cell phone in Room 109 at the Junior High or have<br />
it inter-district mailed to Susan Hodder @ the JH.<br />
Thank you in advance for your support! <strong>The</strong> students that<br />
attend DropZone thank you, too.<br />
Advisory Council<br />
Second Tuesday<br />
1 – 3 p.m.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Council represents you and your Se nior<br />
Program. All members are welcome and are<br />
encouraged to attend meetings.<br />
Carol Christensen, Ceramics Supervisor, and Jim Liska<br />
showing the variety <strong>of</strong> items available in our Ceramics<br />
Class.<br />
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Center News<br />
Mission <strong>St</strong>atement <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Senior Program<br />
Our mission is to improve and enhance the lives <strong>of</strong> adults<br />
age 55 and older in <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> and our broader<br />
com mu ni ty. This is done by:<br />
• Offering a variety <strong>of</strong> pro grams that include social,<br />
recreational, educational and physical aspects<br />
• <strong>St</strong>riving to provide co op er a tive programs with other<br />
service providers<br />
• Having a warm and welcoming environment<br />
• Being a resource to members<br />
Manager<br />
Mary Juberian<br />
<strong>The</strong> Senior Program<br />
Rita Kach<br />
Cathy Thrasher<br />
Carri Lazarus<br />
2006-07 Senior Program Advisory Council<br />
Clarence Rud, Chair<br />
Betty Pickle, Past Chair<br />
Bob Dynan<br />
<strong>Louis</strong>e Griver<br />
Joyce Hautman<br />
Harris Hubers<br />
Ken Huiras<br />
Jim Lanenberg<br />
Marlys Liska<br />
Isabelle Olander<br />
Lenox Foundation Board<br />
Officers:<br />
Sherrill Mozey , President<br />
Bud Graham, Vice President<br />
Shirley Carlson – Secretary/Treasurer<br />
Directors:<br />
Mari Forbush<br />
Roger Friauf<br />
<strong>Louis</strong>e Griver<br />
<strong>St</strong>eve McCulloch<br />
<strong>Louis</strong>e Ross<br />
Lyla Schemel<br />
<strong>St</strong>eve Simon<br />
Sherm <strong>St</strong>anchfield<br />
Joan Williams<br />
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Adult Enrichment<br />
Linda Asche<br />
Margaret Courtney<br />
Custodians<br />
<strong>St</strong>eve Conwell<br />
Czar Doorbajai<br />
Mary Paul<br />
Earl Paulson<br />
Betty Pickle<br />
Ethel Rheinhart<br />
Dee Sater<br />
Lois Thorne<br />
Sally Velick<br />
Mary Lou Wilkinson<br />
Joan Williams<br />
<strong>St</strong>aff Liaison:<br />
Mary Juberian<br />
NEW<br />
<strong>Newscaster</strong> On-Line<br />
Would you like to receive future <strong>Newscaster</strong> on-line? This<br />
version will be available sooner and the program will save<br />
money. Just email Cathy at thrasher.cathy@slpschools.org.<br />
<strong>St</strong>andards <strong>of</strong> Conduct for Senior Program<br />
Participants Lenox Community Center<br />
<strong>The</strong> intent <strong>of</strong> the Lenox Community Center is to provide a<br />
warm and welcoming environment.<br />
1. Any unauthorized person using the Lenox Community<br />
Center shall be required to leave at once upon the<br />
request <strong>of</strong> the Manager or a staff member.<br />
2. Smoking is not allowed on the property <strong>of</strong> the Lenox<br />
Community Center.<br />
3. If an objection is made regarding a pet at the Lenox<br />
Community Center, that person shall be asked to<br />
remove their pet from the premises.<br />
4. Any person whose bodily hygiene is <strong>of</strong>fensive to others<br />
shall be notified by staff to improve the situation.<br />
5. No person shall be allowed into the Lenox Community<br />
Center under the influence <strong>of</strong>, or in possession <strong>of</strong><br />
alcohol or illegal drugs.<br />
6. Inappropriate or <strong>of</strong>fensive language is unacceptable.<br />
7. <strong>The</strong> Lenox Community Center is accessible to persons<br />
with disabilities, but they must be able to care for<br />
themselves or be accompanied by a caregiver.<br />
8. <strong>The</strong> staff is not trained in medical services and cannot<br />
be responsible to administer medicine and/or oxygen.<br />
9. No person shall enter the Lenox Community Center<br />
with a firearm, knife or any other weapon.<br />
10. No person shall solicit money in the Lenox Community<br />
Center unless approved by the Manager. No person<br />
shall practice or solicit any occupation, pr<strong>of</strong>ession, or<br />
political information without the approval <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Manager or a staff member.<br />
11. No person shall post any sign, notice or placard at the<br />
Lenox Community Center without staff permission.<br />
12. No person shall remove any property owned or in the<br />
possession <strong>of</strong> the Lenox Community Center without<br />
staff permission.<br />
13. Many volunteers assist in leading programs and events.<br />
Disagreements and complaints should be directed to<br />
staff in a respectful and private manner.<br />
14. Violations <strong>of</strong> these standards may result in removal<br />
from the Lenox Community Center.
Center News<br />
John McHugh, Senior Video Club Supervisor and <strong>City</strong><br />
Cable TV, answering question for Carolyn Paulson.<br />
Members <strong>of</strong> the Perky <strong>Park</strong>ettes helped with registration<br />
and greeting our guests at the April 17th Activety Fair.<br />
Vi Schaber, Oil Painter and Jim <strong>St</strong>eele, Woodshop, sharing<br />
their interests.<br />
Mary Paul, winner <strong>of</strong> the gift bag from Trader Joe’s, sharing<br />
her prize with Margie Paul and Annette Sandler.<br />
A special thanks to<br />
Aquila Commons<br />
for sponsoring the<br />
food.<br />
Cindi Scheffler’s<br />
One Woman<br />
Cabaret Show<br />
was great!<br />
Former Queen Mum, Joyce Ramsey, talking about the<br />
Perky <strong>Park</strong>ettes.<br />
Ethel Rheinhart, Volunteer Committee and Shirley Carlson,<br />
Lenox Foundation Treasurer, waiting to answer questions<br />
about their groups.<br />
Joan Fenton, Partacular President, talking about all the up<br />
coming events, including the Senior Dinner Calypso Night<br />
on June 14th. Details on page 4 <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Newscaster</strong>.<br />
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Models Now Open.<br />
Located at 8200 W. 33rd <strong>St</strong>., a short walk to Aquila <strong>Park</strong><br />
and the paved walking trails, <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong>’s first residential<br />
cooperative <strong>of</strong>fers a variety <strong>of</strong> floor plans from one bedroom<br />
plus den to two bedroom plus den. Call for prices and<br />
availability.<br />
For a brochure, meeting details, & <strong>of</strong>fice hours,<br />
Call Pam: 952-933-3914<br />
www.Aquilacommons.com<br />
Architect’s concept <strong>of</strong> front entrance.<br />
Looking for Rehabilitation or Long-term Care<br />
for yourself or a loved one?<br />
Skilled Nursing for<br />
fulfilling days or rewarding lifestyles<br />
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<strong>St</strong>ate <strong>of</strong> the art equipment<br />
Pr<strong>of</strong>essional/Experienced Physical, Occupational and Speech <strong>The</strong>rapists<br />
TEXAS TERRACE<br />
PARK HEALTH AND<br />
CARE CENTER<br />
REHABILITATION CENTER<br />
7900 W. 28 th <strong>St</strong>. 4415 W. 36 ½ <strong>St</strong>.<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong>, MN 55426 <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong>, MN 55416<br />
952-920-8380 952-927-9717<br />
- <strong>St</strong>roke Program&Support Group - Small, intimate home<br />
- Memory Care - Memory Care<br />
- <strong>Park</strong>inson’s Program - Dynamic Recreational<br />
<strong>The</strong>rapy Department<br />
Please contact us anytime for information and tour!<br />
Adult Day Program<br />
Sociable, stimulating, therapeutic<br />
• Assistance with daily activities<br />
• Comprehensive wellness<br />
programming<br />
• Nutritious meals and snacks<br />
• Transportation available<br />
(763) 544-1555<br />
COVENANT VILLAGE<br />
OF GOLDEN VALLEY<br />
A Covenant Retirement Community<br />
5825 <strong>St</strong>. Croix Ave. • Golden Valley<br />
www.covenantretirement.com<br />
Skilled Nursing Care<br />
Armchair comfort, clinical excellence<br />
• Post-hospital recovery<br />
• Rehabilitation therapy<br />
• Long-term care<br />
• Comprehensive wellness<br />
programming<br />
COLONIAL ACRES HEALTH CARE CENTER
WESTWOOD<br />
Health Care Center<br />
Neighbors Caring for Neighbors<br />
LongTerm Care Unit<br />
Short Term<br />
Rehabilitation Unit<br />
Selectively Secure<br />
Dementia Unit<br />
For more information please contact our<br />
Admissions Coordinator<br />
952-546-4261 or visit us at<br />
www.aviv-health.com<br />
7500 W 22nd <strong>St</strong>reet <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong>, MN 55426<br />
A WARM WATER<br />
THERAPY POOL,<br />
It's all at <strong>The</strong> Kenwood!<br />
We are dedicated to <strong>of</strong>fering services to meet your needs now<br />
and in the future. You'll enjoy a lifestyle <strong>of</strong> stimulating social events,<br />
flexible dining and comfortable living accommodations. Few communities<br />
can match our outstanding value and conveniences that include:<br />
• Fully equipped kitchens<br />
• Daily complimentary breakfast<br />
• Flexible meal plans for lunch<br />
and dinner<br />
• Restaurant-style dining<br />
• Weekly housekeeping service<br />
• All utilities and maintenance<br />
• Individually controlled heating<br />
and air conditioning<br />
• Transportation 5 days/week<br />
• Emergency call system<br />
Independent Independent and and Assisted Assisted Living Living<br />
Senior Senior Rental Rental<br />
(612) 374-8100<br />
825 Summit Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403<br />
www.thekenwood.net<br />
• 24-hour concierge and<br />
security service<br />
• Wide variety <strong>of</strong> social activities<br />
and recreational outings<br />
• Fitness Center complete with<br />
whirlpool, sauna and fitness<br />
equipment<br />
• Small pets welcome<br />
• Heated underground<br />
parking available<br />
• Cable television<br />
THIS IS LIVING.<br />
FITNESS CENTER<br />
AND A<br />
HOME THEATER.<br />
<strong>The</strong> amenities at Jones-Harrison on Cedar Lake are just the start <strong>of</strong> what<br />
makes living here so special. Assisted living, long-term care and rehabilitation<br />
facilities are all under one ro<strong>of</strong> and among the finest in the Twin Cities.<br />
Our NEW assisted living apartments are now open!<br />
Call us today to schedule a personal tour. We look forward to meeting you!<br />
Ask about our short-term respite stay apartments!<br />
Call today for more information.<br />
Jones-Harrison<br />
Established 1888<br />
www.jones-harrison.org • 612-920-2030<br />
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Senior Program<br />
Gift<br />
Cards<br />
Now Available<br />
For:<br />
• Membership Fees<br />
• Classes<br />
• Trips<br />
For more information<br />
or to purchase<br />
a Gift Card call<br />
Cathy at 952-928-6443.<br />
Lenox Community Center<br />
6715 Minnetonka Blvd<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong>, MN<br />
Metro Dining Cards<br />
Cards are available in the<br />
Lenox Office, Room 104.<br />
Good from May 2007 through<br />
May 2008. $ 20 per set<br />
Join us June 14 for<br />
<strong>Park</strong>tacularʼs 2007<br />
Senior Dinner and<br />
Program...<br />
Entertainment: Cyril Paul &<br />
the Calypso Monarchs at the<br />
Marriott Minneapolis West,<br />
9960 Wayzata Blvd., <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong><br />
at 3:30 p.m.<br />
Cost: $16 per person. Registration Deadline May 31.<br />
Together we make<br />
a difference.<br />
Volunteer Recognition Luncheon<br />
Friday, August 24 in the Lenox Gym, 11 a.m.<br />
Registration on line for some Senior Program Activities at<br />
www.slpseniors.org or call 952-928-6444 for information.<br />
Check out the <strong>Newscaster</strong> on line at: www.slpseniors.org/comed_adult.html<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong> Senior Program<br />
Independent School District #283<br />
6425 W. 33rd <strong>St</strong>reet<br />
<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Louis</strong> <strong>Park</strong>, MN 55426<br />
Nonpr<strong>of</strong>it Org.<br />
U.S. POSTAGE<br />
PAID<br />
Minneapolis, MN<br />
Permit No 1113<br />
TIME SENSITIVE<br />
MATERAL<br />
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