February is shaping up to be a lively month at the Senior Center, complete with elections and an array of events catered to the local senior community. In recent news, community members like Ken Berg, Don Jacobson, Beth Lapp, and Mike Mirvis were lauded for being re-elected to the Senior Advisory Council board—their victory underpinning the importance of experienced leadership in senior community spaces.
In what's become an anticipated tradition, Valentine's Day is bringing 'Love is in the Air Bingo' to the center on Monday, Feb. 2. The event asks participants to don a splash of pink or red, and promises fun, prizes, and "heart-filled excitement" according to the Senior Center's recent newsletter. The low-cost activity is pegged at $5 and requires pre-registration, fitting for an afternoon offering both mirth and friendly competition.
Wine enthusiasts are not forgotten, with the Wine Club meeting slated for a swirling session on Monday, Feb. 9. It's billed as a chance to deepen oenophile knowledge or simply indulge in some sociable sipping for a modest $10. Meanwhile, a special Valentine's Day Breakfast promises another opportunity for communion and perhaps clinking glasses on Friday, Feb. 13, and with $14 securing a spot at the table. These gastronomic delights are but a portion of the robust senior schedule, designed to combine culinary pleasures with togetherness.
Bringing history and culture into the mix, the Senior Center invites its members to embark on the James J. Hill House Riding Tour on Thursday, Feb. 26. Not only does the tour offer a glimpse into the grandeur of the James J. Hill Mansion, but it also extends to a lunch experience at St. Paul Hotel, followed by a Summit Avenue bus tour for a total cost of $107. Registration for this comprehensive day-long excursion was due by January 25, as informed by Eden Prairie Parks and Recreation.
Seniors striving for an active lifestyle can engage in various pursuits without advanced registration such as cards and games, crafts and creative arts, and fitness or health and wellness programs. On the horizon for March, events like 'Game Day Bingo' and the 'Defensive Driver Safety Course' are scheduled to keep the zest for learning and activity vibrant.
Assistance extends beyond mere activities with the Senior Center connecting seniors with crucial resources. For more details or to access the senior resources, registration processes can be initiated online or in-person at Senior Center locations specified in Eden Prairie's newsletter. For any queries regarding the events, the Senior Center can be reached directly via phone.
