Register for classes and speakers by calling the Senior Center at (763) 767-6473. All classes are $5 per person, EXCEPT Vision Loss Resources which is free. Payments due one week before class by cash or check at the Senior Center.

Vision Loss Resources

Wednesday, August 17 at 1 p.m.

Presented by Renee Waclaw
In-person
FREE

Traveling Naturalist: Loosey Goosey

Friday, August 19 at 11 a.m.

Presented by Melonie Shipman
In-person
$5 per person

Healthy Cooking Oils

Monday, August 22 at 10:30 a.m.

Presented by Heather Carpentier
In-person or Zoom
$5 per person

Out to Dinner

Tuesday, August 23

Enjoy a night out at TGIFridays located at 12519 Riverdale Blvd. Meet the group by 4:30 p.m. Meal is paid for by you. Sign up with the Senior Center by calling
(763) 767-6473.

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Collecting School Supplies

Back to school is around the corner! Bring in pencils, crayons, backpacks and more. Help the children in our area by dropping off school supplies at the Senior Center before Wednesday, August 31.

Gift Shop Open!

Monday-Thursday
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Did you know the Senior Center has a gift shop? Find homemade gifts, used jewelry, embroidered towels, home décor and more!

All proceeds benefit local charities. Thanks to the volunteers that staff our gift shop!

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B I N G O!

Mondays
1 p.m.

Come down and play Bingo on Mondays! $5 per person upon arrival. Prizes will be $10 gift cards and other fun items! No advance sign up needed!

Coon Rapids Farmers Market

Every Wednesday, 3-6 p.m.

Coon Rapids Ice Center, 11000 Crooked Lake Blvd

The Coon Rapids Farmers Market is a great place to find fresh produce and artisan goods all summer long! The Farmers Market runs through October 12. Find vegetables, fruit, jams, breads, honey, and more!

Masterpiece Book Club

1:30 p.m. at the Senior Center

In-person or Zoom

Call Judy at (763) 785-0983 if you are interested in joining.

Tuesday, August 9

Bring Up the Bodies

by Hilary Mantel

Book Club

11 a.m. at the Senior Center
In-person

All welcome, no need to RSVP.

Thursday, August 25

The Stolen Hours

By Allen Eskens

One-on-One Technology Help

Anoka County's Crooked Lake Library

The Crooked Lake Library offers free one-on-one technology help. Call (763) 324-1530 to set up a 45 minute appointment. Let them know what it is you're needing help with so they can match you up with the right person. Appointments take place at Crooked Lake Library, 11440 Crooked Lake Blvd.

Defensive Driving Classes

4 hour in-person refresher classes starting soon!

Take one of these every three years if you are 55+ and receive a 10% discount on car insurance if you have previously taken the 8 hour online course. The 8 hour course is online at minnesotasafetycouncil.org.

4 Hour Course Dates at the Senior Center

September 12, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
September 29, 12:30-4:30 p.m.
Monday, October 10: 4:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 27: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

$24 due two weeks before class.
Call the Senior Center at (763) 767-6473 to register.

CARDS & GAMES THIS WEEK:

NO RESERVATIONS NEEDED! JUST COME ON IN!

MONDAY:
1:00 - Bingo

TUESDAY:
12:30 - Bridge (Call 763-784-2656 for a reservation)
1:00 - Cribbage

WEDNESDAY:
12:45 - '500' Cards
1:00 - Bunco

FRIDAY:
12:00 - Hand & Foot Cards

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Thought of the week

don't regret growing older, it's a privilege denied to many.