Senior Center CLOSED Today!

The Senior Center will be closed due to Labor Day.

Upcoming Classes and Speakers

Classes are at the Senior Center and cost $5 payable one week before class unless otherwise noted.

British Class: George V (two sessions)

Mondays, September 12 and 26 at 10 a.m.
In person

Presented by Terry Kubista

Nutrition Labels: What You Need to Know

Thursday, September 15 at 10 a.m.
In person or Zoom

Presented by Heather Carpentier

Remember the Good Old Days of WCCO Radio?

Monday, September 19 at 1 p.m.
In person

Presented by Curtis Beckmann

Hearing Loss

Wednesday, September 21 at 1 p.m.

In person

Presented by MN Hearing Aid Professionals Inc. Free!

September/October Newsletter Available!

The newest newsletter is out and full of fun activities to kick off fall! Sign up for events, classes, trips and more! There's something for everyone so be sure to check it out.

Read it here!

Parkinson's Support Group

Thursday, September 15, 1-2:30 p.m.

Topic: Motor Fluctuations

Speaker: Susan Vold, BSN, RN, PHN, BA, CHRN, HNB-BC

Join our Parkinson's Group on the third Thursday of September and November at 1 p.m. A typical meeting includes a speaker, time for discussion, and fellowship time with coffee and treats. No need to RSVP, just show up. Many thanks to volunteer coordinator Milo for his time and commitment to making this group possible.

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Super Senior Club

Next Meeting: Thursday, September 8th at 1 p.m.
Bazaar meeting at 12 a.m.

The September meeting date has been changed to the 2nd Thursday of September because of Labor Day weekend.

The Super Senior Club is a group of charitable seniors that run the Senior Bazaar and gift shop as well as raise money in many other ways for non-profit organizations that support community members and those in need. The dues are $7 per year to join if you are interested!

Lunch Brunch

Thursday, September 15
Meet the group by 11 a.m.

Enjoy lunch at Billy's located at 214 Jackson St in Anoka. Lunch is paid for by you. Sign up with the Senior Center by calling 763-767-6473.

Love My Pet Fair

September 17, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Riverview Park, 2420 105th Ave.

Bring your pet to the Coon Rapids Love My Pet Fair and participate in a pet parade, pet costume contest, kids games and more fun events! Browse several vendor booths featuring pet-related products, services and resources. Participate in the Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest! Watch a dog agility demo, and a Coon Rapids K9 Police demo!

*Please Note: Vaccinations and licensing will not be offered at the Pet Fair in 2022.

To learn more about the Love my Pet Fair go here!

Masterpiece Book Club

In-person or Zoom
2nd Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m.

Interested in joining? Call Judy at 763-785-0983 for more info.

Tuesday, September 13

The Overstory
By RIchard Powers

Book Club

In-person
11 a.m.

Everyone is welcome, no sign up needed.

Thursday, September 22

The Man Who Died Twice
By Richard Osman

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

Monday, October 10: 4:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 27: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 21: 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:
NO BINGO-- Senior Center CLOSED Monday

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

A mistake that makes you humble is better than an achievement that makes you arrogant.