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8.B MFACSR 01-10-2022Membership…………………..2 Hobbies and More ..................... 3 Events ............................................ 4 Art Classes ................................... 5 Fitness ........................................... 6 Miscellaneous……….…………7 Presentations ............................... 8 Trips ............................................... 9 Card Playing ............................... 10 Fitness Bingo and Walking ...... 11 RSVP ............................................ 12 For you to know ....................... 13 Calendar...................................... 14 Winter Walks ............................ 15 Inside this issue: 1000 School Street • 763.635.4500 Natalie Anderson Senior Activity Center Coordina- tor Char Cipperly Senior Activity Center Assistant Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. January 2022 HAPPY NEW YEAR! With 2021 behind us we are looking forward to a great new year at the Senior Activity Center! Despite not being fully open in 2021, we had a successful first year in our new location with close to 500 members. We would like to thank everyone for participating in and supporting senior programs. Also we would like to thank our volunteers for all they do! 2022 MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION The new year is here which means it’s time to renew your membership! All 2021 memberships expire on December 31. Inside this issue, you will find the 2022 membership form. New this year is registrants must sign the membership form acknowledging they understand, and will abide by the policies listed in the Handbook Policies. You will receive a copy of the handbook when you pay for your membership. A hard copy of the handbook can be found in the Senior Activity Center and online at MyFTCenter.com. If you choose not to purchase an annual membership, you may purchase a day pass for $5 which gives you access to all the amenities of the Senior Activity Center for the day in which you purchase the pass. Your membership provides a significant discount on our activities and events. | 2 Elk River Senior Activity Center Membership Form January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022 Annual Rate: Elk River City Resident Discount Rate: __________Individual $37/year __________Individual $26/year __________Dual $51/year __________Dual $37/year Checks payable to: City of Elk River Your membership gives you access to the Senior Activity Center at the Furniture and Things Community Event Center. Amenities include: Billiards Coffee Lounge with free coffee Computer Usage Puzzles Lending Library Card and Game Playing Socializing in the Fireside Lounge TV viewing Your membership also includes the ability to participate in the following ongoing groups: Cards (500, Bridge, Smear, Hand and Foot, Cribbage) Fitness Classes Sewing/Knitting Woodcarving New ongoing groups as they are formed Day passes may be purchased for $5 which will give you access to the listed amenities for the day the pass is purchased. Members receive the monthly newsletter via mail, discount on trips, certain events, classes, and presentations. Please fill this out completely. 1)Member Name:____________________________________Date of Birth:____________________________ Email:____________________________________________Phone:_________________________________ 2)Member Name:____________________________________Date of Birth:____________________________ Email_____________________________________________Phone:__________________________________ Address:__________________________________________________________________________________ City/State/ Zip:_____________________________________________________________________________ By signing I hereby acknowledge that I have read, understand, and will abide by the policies listed in the Participant Handbook. ___________________________________ __________________ Signature Date ___________________________________ __________________ Signature Date Bring this form to: Furniture and Things Community Event Center 1000 School Street Elk River, MN 55330 | 3 Hobbies and More SIT AND KNIT Bring your knitting supplies and work on your current project while enjoying the company of others. Tuesdays 10:00 - 12:00 p.m. Senior Activity Center SEWING Participants are welcome to bring in their own sewing projects to work on while using our sewing machines. You may also choose to work on a group project. The only requirements to participate in this group is the ability to use a sewing machine. Wednesdays 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. Party Room 1 and 2 An annual membership is required to participate in these activities. Non members may purchase a day pass. WOODCARVING Woodcarvers of all skill levels are welcome to join this group. Bring your own tools and work on your individual projects while sharing tips and ideas. Wednesdays 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. Party Room 1 and 2 BILLIARDS We have two billiards tables available. If you don’t have a pool cue, several house cues are available. All skill levels are welcome. Monday - Friday 8:30 - 4:00 p.m. Senior Activity Center BILLIARDS TOURNAMENT with Lunch Enjoy a fun filled morning playing in our billiards tournament with lunch to follow. Deadline to register is January 19 by noon. If you must cancel, please call the office so we can fill your spot from the waitlist. New players are encouraged to join in the fun! January 20 |9:30 - 12:00 p.m. | #545049-1A Senior Activity Center $5 Members $17 Non Members | 4 Events ENTERTAINMENT by TIM PATRICK and his Rat Pack Music Tim Patrick is a world-class crooner who sings the songs of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin, Tony Bennet, and many other crooners of old. He won the Gigmasters’ 2008 Rising Star Award for Best Jazz Singer in North America by beating out 5500 other singers. Tim performed over 200 shows at senior facilities in 2019. Check Tim Patrick out on his website at www.TimPatrickMusic.com. Following the performance refreshments will be served. Deadline to register is January 25 by noon. Thursday, January 27|1:30 - 3:00 p.m.| #545050-1A Upper Meeting Room $5 Members $17 Non Members BILLIARDS TOURNAMENT Enjoy a fun filled morning playing in a billiards tournament against Monticello. A variety of tasty food will be served. Pool tournaments with Monticello will be held the 2nd Wednesday of every month and we will take turns hosting. Space is limited to the first 12 people to register. Deadline to register is January 11 by noon. If you must cancel, please notify the office so we can fill your spot from the waitlist. Wednesday, January 12|9:00 - 12:00 p.m.|#545052-1A $3 Members (and Monticello team players) Elk River Senior Activity Center $15 Non Members BINGO Enjoy a fun afternoon playing bingo! We will have great prizes and treats for you to enjoy after playing. Deadline to register is January 12 by noon. Thursday, January 13|1:30-3:00 p.m.|#545051-1A Flex Room $5 Members $12 Non Members TALES and SONGS ABOUT JOY and PERILS of LOVE Ms. Val N. Tine, aka Storyteller Carol McCormick, will share humorous, reminiscent, tender, and poignant songs and stories about the joys and perils of love. Carol has been a storyteller for over 35 years using this ancient art form to pass on wisdom, laughter, and spark your imagination. This will be a fun and interactive program. Valentine treats will be served afterwards. Deadline to register is February 10 by noon. Monday, February 14|1:30 - 3:00 p.m.| #541192-1A Upper Meeting Room $5 Members $17 Non Members Art Classes POLYMER CLAY JEWELRY CLASS In this beginner level class, you will receive step by step instruction on how to make a piece of jewelry out of polymer clay. You will learn the basic principles of working with clay as well as the proper techniques that should be used. The instructor from Rum River Art Center will show you several different ways of embellishing the jewelry (imprints, stripes, etc.). Dead- line to register is January 6. Monday, January 10|1:00 - 3:00 p.m.|#541187-1A Party Room 1 and 2 $15 Members $27 Non Members MONO-PRINT LANDSCAPE CARDS Come and learn how to create unique printed art cards. An instructor from Rum River Art Center will teach you how to print mono-prints, using a glass plate, ink and a brayer. Once the ink is rolled, you will print it on paper. You will be able to create up to 8 creative notecards to send to friends or give as gifts. Come and spend an af- ternoon learning a new way to create! Deadline to register is February 9. Friday, February 11|1:30 - 3:30 p.m.|#541190-1A Party Room 1 and 2 $15 Members $27 Non Members For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpicommunities.com Elk River Senior Center, Elk River, MN A 4C 02-1015 • Probate • Estate Planning • Elder Law 763.241.4855 jhess@hesslawoffice.net www.HessLawOffice.net Family ned since 1939 Check out our website to view our tours! Pick-ups available in St. Michael & Waconia Motorcoach Tours, Motorcoach Charters & Group Planning! Call us to nd out about our New Customer Discount & included Trip Insurance! Riley Bus & Tours | 1-800-288-8246 | 320-875-2491 | www.rileytours.com Contact Duane Budelier to place an ad today! dbudelier@4LPi.com or (800) 950-9952 x2525 M sna l p ac i de s ta trat $0. J k l aB r e f i nne B CLL y cnegA k l a L tnegA ecnarusnI desnec i ( 9617 - 936 ) 367 8 00 : - .m. a 5 00 : M sna l p ac i de s ta trat $0. J k l aB r e f i nne B CLL y cnegA k l a L tnegA ecnarusnI desnec i ( 9617 - 936 ) 367 8 00 : - .m. a 5 00 : .m. p s ta trat $0. J k l aB r e f i nne B CLL y cnegA k l a L tnegA ecnarusnI desnec i ( 9617 - 936 ) 367 8 00 : - .m. a 5 00 : .m. p 6| Fitness FIT and FRIENDS This exercise class consists of a warm up, light aerobics, balance training, weight training, stretching, and a cool down. This class is suitable for all fitness levels and is instructed by a trained volunteer. Mondays and Fridays 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Party Room 1 and 2 LINE DANCE Have fun and burn some calories by coming to this lively group. All skill levels are welcome. Please wear exercise attire because you will be moving in this class! This class is instructed by a trained volunteer. Tuesdays 1:30 –3:00 p.m. Party Room 1 and 2 An annual membership is required to participate in these activities. Non members may purchase a day pass or pay the non member rate. FITNESS SAMPLER Start the new year off by working on improving your health and well being by joining us for a free fitness sampler class! Certified Instructor, Sue Montague will lead you through an exciting mix of 3 different class formats including: Senior Strength and Cardio, Yoga, and Chair Yoga. Each format will be about 20 minutes and a chair is available for support if needed for all sessions of this class. After class, healthy snacks will be served and we will be giving away door prizes. Deadline to register is January 10 by noon. Tuesday, January 11 |11:30 - 12:30 p.m. |#542123-1A Party Room 1 and 2 $0 Members $12 Non Members EXERCISE in the FIELDHOUSE In this 45 minute class you will get a great workout! Be ready to move and burn some calories in this fun and energetic fitness class. Exercise balls, bands, and weights may be used occasionally. This class is an intermediate level class instructed by a trained volunteer. Wednesdays 10:00 a.m. Fieldhouse 7| Miscellaneous CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP In partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association, the Senior Activity Center is the host site for a caregiver support group. This informal support group is for caregivers faced with the challenge of caring for a friend or loved one with memory loss. Joy Oleson is the facilitator and provides you with resources, tips, and more. All caregivers are welcome to attend this support group. A membership to the Senior Activity Center is not required for this partnered program. Thursday, January 27 1:30 –3:00 p.m. Party Room 1 and 2 COVID-19 Note: The Alzheimer’s Association requires that all participants wear a mask during this meeting and maintain 6 feet of social distance from other participants. PUZZLES, GAMES and MORE! Did you know the Senior Activity Center has a variety of puzzles and other games for you to enjoy? Play a game of chess or cribbage with a friend or work on a puzzle. Other games available include: Rummikub, Mahjong, Boggle, Scrabble, Dominos and Uno. TECH HELP Do you need help learning how to use your smart phone, tablet or other device? The Senior Activity Center is partnering with the HOME PROGRAM to offer you free tech support. If you would like to meet 1:1 with a technology volunteer at the Senior Activity Center, please call 763.231.6283 to schedule an appointment. Be sure to bring all your devices, cords, etc. with you the day of your session. MAKE YOUR VISIT COUNT! Please make sure that each time you visit the Senior Activity Center, participate in a class, trip, or special event that you check in using your member card. All members should have been issued a scan card when they purchased their annual membership. Please see front desk staff if you did not receive a card or have misplaced it. We keep track of daily, monthly, and yearly attendance as those numbers are reported to the City Council and the Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission. Please make sure your visit counts. It shows that the Senior Activity Center is being used regularly. 8| Presentations Easy ways to register: Online: ElkRiverMN.gov/Register Phone: 763.635.4500 __________________________________________ Please register by specific date indicated. Register for each session you plan on attending. If you must cancel, please call 763.635.4500. HISTORY BUFFS Each month Mike Brubaker, Executive Director of Sherburne History Center discusses a different topic. Please join us to discuss: “Unusual Sites in MN”. Deadline to register is January 19. Thursday, January 20 |9:30 - 10:30 a.m. |#541191-1A Flex Room $0 Members $12 Non Members CUT the SUGAR CRAVINGS The New Year is here and a time for new beginnings. Start the year off by doing a sugar detox! Removing sugar from your diet can boost your immune system, balance blood sugar, and help lose those extra pounds. Join Health and Wellness Consultant, Heather Carpentier as she shares the benefits of a sugar detox and tips to successfully complete a detox. Deadline to register is January 12 by noon. Friday, January 14 |10:30 - 11:30 a.m. | #541189-1A Upper Meeting Room $5 Members $17 Non Members DOUG OHMAN presents: THEY CHOSE MINNESOTA Entertaining storyteller and historian Doug Ohman is back again to discuss immigration to MN before the Civil War. In this presentation you will find out what drew immigrants to the North Star state. Doug will also highlight the stories and history from many of the immigrant groups that chose to make Minnesota their home. Deadline to register is January 21 by noon. Tuesday, January 25 |10:00 - 11:00 a.m. |#541186-1A Upper Meeting Room $5 Members $17 Non Members 9| Trips Refund Policy on Trips: A $5 administration fee will be charged for all refund requests. Refunds will not be issued for no shows. Refunds are not guaranteed after the registration deadline. All trips depart from Furniture and Things Community Event Center. Return times are approximate. Refreshments are not provided for you on the bus. Please follow COVID-19 protocols for each venue. Masks may be required– check with venue. Only registered participants may cancel their registration. You must call the office to cancel. THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at the Old Log Theater Upon arrival at the Old Log Theater in Excelsior, you will have a delicious lunch in the Old Log Dining Room. After lunch you will move into the theater and see this classic murder mystery that is full of mishaps and mania. Things quickly go from bad to utterly disastrous at Haversham Manor with an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines). Deadline to register was December 20 at noon. Call to get on wait list. January 20 |10:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. | $85|#541294-1A SCIENCE MUSEUM and OMNI THEATER Enjoy a fun day in St Paul with seniors from Monticello. The coach bus will bring you to Degidios Italian Restaurant where you will be served Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast served over spaghetti will classic tomato sauce and baked mozzarella. Garlic bread and a beverage is also included with your meal. After lunch you will arrive at the Science Museum where you can visit the exhibits at your own pace. Choose from permanent exhibits such as Collector’s Corner, Dinosaurs and Fossils Gallery, Human Body Gallery, Mississippi River Gallery, and much more! Next you will see a show in the Omni Theater. Show titles will be announced on their website a few weeks prior to the trip. There will be a significant amount of walking on this trip. Deadline to register is January 31 at noon. Thursday, February 24 |10:30 - 5:00 p.m. |#541296-1A $85 Members $97 Non Members CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES Share a bus with seniors from Monticello and head to the Paramount Theater in St. Cloud to watch the Church Basement Ladies 20th Anniversary Tour. This musical comedy shares the story of four church ladies as they solve the problems of rural MN church in 1965. Prior to the 1:30 p.m. performance, you can enjoy the lunch buffet at Coyote Moon Grille. The buffet will include 3 hot entrees, potato, vegetable, soup, Caesar salad, fresh popovers, dessert, and a non alcoholic beverage. Deadline to register is February 1 by noon. Please note that the Paramount Theater requires proof of a negative Covid-19 test OR proof of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. Make sure to bring the appropriate proof with you the day of the trip. Tuesday, March 1 |10:30 - 4:45 p.m.|#541297-1A $68 Members $80 Non Members 10| Card Playing “500” Try your hand at a friendly game of 500. All levels of players are welcome to join this fun group. No need to register. Mondays 9:30 - 12:00 p.m. Flex Room An annual membership is required to participate in these activities. Non members may purchase a day pass. SMEAR Enjoy an afternoon of cards with friends. No need to register in advance. Fee is $1.00 and will be collected by the group leader the day of the event. Please bring exact change. New players are always welcome. Tuesdays and Fridays 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Flex Room CHICAGO BRIDGE Have a fun afternoon playing bridge! Call 763.635.1192 to sign up or for more information. Fee is $2.00 to play and will be collected by the group leader the day of the event. Please bring exact change. Mondays 12:45 - 4:00 p.m. Flex Room HAND and FOOT New and experienced players are welcome to play. No need to register in advance. Thursdays 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. Senior Activity Center PARTY BRIDGE Make new friends when you join others for a friendly game of bridge. Call 763.635.1192 to sign up or for more information. Fee is $1.00 to play and will be collected by the group leader the day of the event. Please bring exact change. Wednesdays 12:45 - 4:00 p.m. Flex Room CRIBBAGE Stop by the Senior Activity Center and play cribbage with us every Friday morning. Fridays 10:00 a.m. Senior Activity Center FITNESS BINGO During the month of January play fitness bingo! The rules are very simple: Pick up a fitness bingo card at the front desk or from your exercise leader. Each time you complete an activity listed on the bingo card, have the group leader/staff initial the box for you. Once you have bingo (5 in a row or 4 corners), turn your card in to the front desk and your name will be entered in a drawing to win prizes such as a gift card or gift basket. The drawing will be held on February 1 and the winners will be notified shortly after. You must be a member of the Senior Activity Center in order to participate. WALKING TRACK The Furniture and Things Community Event Center is available for indoor walking, with two tracks, one located above the Cornerstone Automotive Arena, and the other above the field house. Cornerstone Automotive Arena Track Monday - Friday 7:15 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Saturday - Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. *Excluding paid entry events Fieldhouse Track Monday - Friday 7:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. *During paid entry events You do not need to be a member of the Senior Activity Center to use the walking track. 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Call (763) 241-4438 today! guardianangelsmn.org Discover the GA Advantage! 17155 Quincy St NW • Elk River, MN 55330 Call 763-633-0999 for a tour! Monday-Friday 9am - 4pm www.pullmanplace.org It’s not real estate, it’s a lifestyle! RSVP Calling all with a love for reading! Readers Theater is designed to demonstrate joy of the written word to children through expressive reading of stories. Reader’s Theater members usually meet twice a month during the school year and read in a group setting throughout ISD 728. Join us at the new Senior Activity Center located within Furniture and Things Community Event Center to learn more! Please note: A membership to the Senior Activity Center is not needed to participate in this partnered program between the City of Elk River, ISD 728 and RSVP. Monday, January 31 1:00 p.m. Elk River Senior Activity Center 1000 School Street Elk River, MN 55330 New Year, New Opportunities A new year, time for a new hobby! Let volunteering be that new hobby and feel the joy that is giving back to others. Reach out to RSVP to learn more about volunteer opportunities and our volunteer program at 763.635.4500 or Heather.Brooks@ci.stcloud.mn.us. Community Mentor with Big Brother Big Sister Program Provide one on one youth mentoring to children facing adversity by providing a caring environment. Meet with your “Little” three to four times a month. Matches play board games, go bowling, attend the movies, do arts and crafts, play sports, and enjoy fishing, among many other opportunities. Many children are waiting for their Mentor so join today! Court Watch with Rivers of Hope Attend court and bail hearings in Sherburne and/or Wright Counties to gain information on specific offenders to then report back to Rivers of Hope staff via email, dropping into the building, or from a phone call. Ability to attend court at 10:30 am in Sherburne and/or Wright counties Monday through Friday, and late afternoons on weekdays. Volunteers can pick which days/sessions of court to attend. For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpicommunities.com Elk River Senior Center, Elk River, MN C 4C 02-1015 Your Local Source For Estate Planning And Business Law 763-497-3099 | www.glalawfirm.com Phone: (763) 241-0654 Fax: (763) 241-0274 In-Home Senior Care • Companionship • Home Making Helping Hand Companions, Inc. Compassionate care, wherever you are (763) 333-8606 www.hhcimn.com Dementia Specialty Program • Bathroom Assistance MMiikkee DDeeRRoossiieerr’’ss heartofthenorthtours.com 55+ Group Tours with style! Travel to places you dream of! Two professional escorts on every tour! Water, snacks, & new friends always included! Independent and Assisted living, Respite and Memory Care. Because the Journey Matters 763-389-8655 1250 Northland Dr. • Princeton For you to know Full payment is due at the time of registration. We can not hold spots for any reason. You will not be called to remind you that you have signed up for a trip/program. Payments can be made online at ElkRiverMN.gov/Register, in person or by phone. Only registered participants may cancel their registration. Do not call class instructors or presenters to cancel. You must call the office at 763.635.4500 to cancel. Refunds will not be issued for no shows. A $5 administration fee will be charged for all refund requests. Refunds are issued based on the individual trip or program. Refunds are not guaranteed after the registration deadline. Please observe the following guidelines for all programs: Cancellation/Refund Policy: For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpicommunities.com Elk River Senior Center, Elk River, MN D 4C 02-1015 • Small dogs get their own play room • Great for socialization and exercise (763) 777-9590 | 503 Jackson Ave NW, Elk River www.dakotahsdoggydaycare.com (763) 241-3637 ElkRiver.bank Elk River • Anoka • Rogers • Member FDIC Family owned & operated since 1902! FirstBank Elk River (763) 241-3637 • ElkRiver.bank Apartments • Assisted Living Home Care • Memory Care 763-450-6670 | Becker, MN GoodShepherdCampus.org Mel Beaudry a name you can trust 612-282-1213 mel.beaudry@results.net 30+ years helping Clients Buy or Sell Real Estate in This Area FREE loaf of bread from Diamond City Bread to the first 10 people who text, CALL or email me the word FREE this month. *max 1 per family. Elk River Eye Clinic 763-441-1055 We accept most insurance plans www.elkrivereyeclinic.com 14| Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 3 9:30 a.m. 500 Cards 10:30 a.m. Fit and Friends 12:45 p.m. Chicago Bridge 4 10:00 a.m. Sit & Knit 1:00 p.m. Smear 1:30 p.m. Line Dance 5 9:00 a.m. Woodcarving 10:00 a.m. Exercise 12:45 p.m. Bridge 1:00 p.m. Sewing 6 12:30 p.m. Hand and Foot 7 10:00 a.m. Cribbage 10:30 a.m. Fit and Friends 1:00 p.m. Smear 10 9:30 a.m. 500 Cards 10:30 a.m. Fit and Friends 12:45 p.m. Chicago Bridge 1:00 p.m. Jewelry Class 11 10:00 a.m. Sit & Knit 11:30 a.m. Fitness Sampler 1:00 p.m. Smear 1:30 p.m. Line Dance 12 9:00 a.m. Billiards Tournament 9:00 a.m. Woodcarving 10:00 a.m. Exercise 12:45 p.m. Bridge 1:00 p.m. Sewing 13 12:30 p.m. Hand and Foot 1:30 p.m. Bingo 14 10:00 a.m. Cribbage 10:30 a.m. Fit and Friends 10:30 a.m. Presentation 1:00 p.m. Smear 17 Senior Activity Center Closed 18 10:00 a.m. Sit & Knit 1:00 p.m. Smear 1:30 p.m. Line Dance 19 9:00 a.m. Woodcarving 10:00 a.m. Exercise 12:45 p.m. Bridge 1:00 p.m. Sewing 20 9:30 a.m. Billiards Tournament 9:30 a.m. Presentation 10:45 a.m. Trip 12:30 p.m. Hand and Foot 21 10:00 a.m. Cribbage 10:30 a.m. Fit and Friends 1:00 p.m. Smear 24 9:30 a.m. 500 Cards 10:30 a.m. Fit and Friends 12:45 p.m. Chicago Bridge 25 10:00 a.m. Sit & Knit 10:00 a.m. Presentation 1:00 p.m. Smear 1:30 p.m. Line Dance 26 9:00 a.m. Woodcarving 10:00 a.m. Exercise 12:45 p.m. Bridge 1:00 p.m. Sewing 27 12:30 p.m. Hand and Foot 1:30 p.m. Music 1:30 p.m. Support Group 28 10:00 a.m. Cribbage 10:30 a.m. Fit and Friends 1:00 p.m. Smear 31 9:30 a.m. 500 Cards 10:30 a.m. Fit and Friends 12:45 p.m. Chicago Bridge 1:00 p.m. Readers Theater The Senior Activity Center is open Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Join us for a series of magical moonlit walks at Woodland Trails Regional Park this winter. We'll meet up from 6:00-7:00 p.m. on the second Monday of each month to enjoy the groomed walking trails while taking in crisp, winter air and watching for wildlife. Feel free to bring a flashlight for emergency use if needed. The purpose of the walks is to enjoy the evenings in the dark, with the moonlight guiding us. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear proper winter walking shoes or boots. Look for the group in the Woodland Trails Regional Park parking lot, located at 20135 Elk Lake Road NW. Free of charge. No registration required. More information: 763.635.1150. Monday, January 10 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Monday, February 14 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpicommunities.com Elk River Senior Center, Elk River, MN E 4C 02-1015 NOW HIRING Paid training provided to acquire your CDL! • Drivers and aides wanted for vans and buses • Drive trips in Rogers, Elk River, Zimmerman & Big Lake • Flexible Hours • No holidays or weekends Elk River 763-441-4420 Big Lake 763-263-7900 Independent Living Solutions Certified Age-In-Place Specialist If your aging plan does not include the nursing home, call us for a free home assessment. Safe, Secure, Affordable home modifications. Grab bars, walk in tubs, stair lifts, bath and kitchen renovations. Financing available and all major credit cards accepted Brent Megahan www.mnils.com P:612-743-7373 E: Brent@mnils.com MN LIC# BC630902 Make your house a home for a lifetime. Mention this Ad for a 10% discount. PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID ELK RIVER, MN PERMIT NO. 120 For Your Information Elk River Senior Activity Center 763.635.4500 Elk River Parks and Recreation 763.635.1150 ISD 728 Community Education 763.241.3520 St. Cloud Area Legal Services 1.800.622.7773 Senior Linkage Line, Medicare Help, Sherburne County Senior Advocate 1.800.333.2433 Angels On Main Adult Daycare 763.241.6845 Tri-CAP Transportation 1.800.600.7498 R.S.V.P. 763.635.4505 Senior Dining/Meals on Wheels 763.441.6288 Veterans Service Officer 763.765.3100 Great River Regional Library 763.441.1641 HOME PROGRAM 763.416.7969 City of Elk River, Minnesota Waiver and Release By enrolling in a City of Elk River sponsored recreational activity, participants agree to adhere by the following: 1. I wish to participate in a Recreational Activity sponsored by the City of Elk River, Minnesota (the “City”). 2. My participation in the Activity is voluntary. I acknowledge that participating in the Activity carries with it certain inherent risks that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken to avoid injuries. I know and am aware of all the dangers associated with my participation in the activity and with such knowledge assume any and all such risks while participating in the activity. 3. To the best of my knowledge I am physically fit and have no physical or medical conditions that would prevent me from participating in the activity. I acknowledge that the City recommends that prior to participating in the activity, I should first consult with my physician and abide by any limitations set by my physician. 4. I understand and agree that neither the City or any person acting on behalf of the City, may be held liable in any way for any event which occurs in connection with the activity that may result in harm, death, injury or other damage to me. This waiver of liability does not waive liability for any injuries that I obtain as the result of any willful, wanton or intentional misconduct by the City or any person acting on the behalf of the City. 5. I agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City for any expense or liability the City may incur as a result of my conduct, actions, or omissions while participating in the activity. 6. It is my express intent that this Waiver and Release shall bind the members of my family, if I am alive, and my heirs, assigns and personal representatives if I am deceased. Photos: We take photos and video at programs sponsored by us for promotional use. If you do not want your photo taken, please notify us in writing prior to the start of the program. 1000 School Street Elk River, MN 55330