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Learn about D-Day

Dan Hartman, a military historian, will discuss “The Invasion of Normandy,” at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 23, at the Senior Center.

May 09, 2013

Dance to the music

Dance to the music of David Allen from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday, May 13, at the Senior Center. The fee of $4 must be paid in advance. Light refreshments will be served.

May 09, 2013

Hastings Rotary Club offers free fishing boat rides for seniors

Eventually, the boating season will come and the Hastings Rotary Club is preparing for it. As one of the host chapters for Let’s Go Fishing, it is getting ready for another season of fishing and boat rides for seniors along the St. Croix and Mississippi rivers. Last year, about 700 riders had the opportunity to enjoy the outings on the rivers, according to Chuck Egeberg, Let‘s Go Fishing coordinator for the Hastings Rotary Club. The rides are free.

April 25, 2013

Peterson’s Twins memorabilia is a hit this month at senior center

When Jerry Peterson took a print of the Twins stadium to be framed by Bill Sylvander, little he did he know much of the rest of his Minnesota Twins memorabilia would be on display in the glass display case in the senior center at the Tilden Community Center. Bill and Ann Sylvander are in charge of the display case at the center, and some of their items have been displayed there as well. They’re always looking for others’ collections and Peterson fit the bill more than expected.

April 18, 2013

How Can I Catch a Break?

This section of the Star Gazette is a resource for family and friends helping an older adult. We hope you find this section useful, and if you have a caregiving story to tell, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Colleen Fritsch at DARTS, 651-234-2222 or Colleen.Fritsch@DARTS1.org.

April 11, 2013

Aging in place caregiver workshop is planned

Aging in Place Caregiver Workshop: Aging in Place Midwest is offering a unique workshop through Hastings Community Education. You will learn how to: 1)Care for, work with, and honor your aging parents, 2) Prioritize changes that may need to be made 3) Understand the best senior living products, services and remodeling options and 4) Create an Aging in Place Plan. This workshop will be offered twice on Tuesday, April 30, either from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The cost is $19 per attendee. Contact Community Education to register, 651-480-7674.

April 04, 2013

CLIMB Theatre will lead special program

The focus will be on play when the CLIMB Theatre visits the Hastings Area Senior Center (in the Tilden Community Center, 310 River St.) from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. Wednesdays, May 1, 8, 15 and 22.

March 28, 2013

Ostman is guest speaker

Longtime St. Paul Pioneer Press food writer Eleanor Ostman will be the guest speaker at 5 p.m. Monday, April 22, at the Senior Center. Her topic is “Confessions of a Professional Eater.”

March 21, 2013

St. Croix Dinner Theatre trip is set

The Hastings Area YMCA is sponsoring a trip to the St. Croix Dinner Theatre Saturday, April 20. The production, “Life Could be a Dream,” features some favorite hits including “Earth Angel,” “Unchained Melody,” “Only You,” and 20 more doo-wop hits.

March 21, 2013

Apollo discussion is set

Apollo: Why We went to the Moon” will be the topic at 1 p.m. Monday, April 20, at the Senior Center. David Jones will lead the presentation and will take a non-technical look at mankind’s greatest technological achievement.

March 21, 2013

Want to tell a story?

Do you have a story to tell? For the past six months, we have been following Beth’s caregiver journey. Many have commented on how insightful and encouraging Beth’s reflections have been.

March 21, 2013

Focus group seeks input

A metro-wide focus group is looking for caregiver input. The Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging is teaming up with Wilder Research to host a series of focus groups across the metro area over the next six weeks. If you are an adult who provides care to a family member or friend over age 60, or an individual (of any age) with Alzheimer’s Disease, you may be eligible to participate. Each focus group will last about 90 minutes and a meal will be served. All participants will receive a $20 gift card for their time.

March 14, 2013

Home modification services are available

Home Modifications: Access Solutions provides home modification services to promote safety and independent living for seniors and the physically challenged to enable them to continue to live in their own homes. They serve the entire Metro area and can be reached at 612-238-5429.

March 07, 2013

Augustana residents do their part

March is the month to restock the food shelves around the area, including the emergency food shelf at Hastings Family Service. Each year MN FoodShare Month provides awareness and education about the ongoing need for assistance, and the opportunity to provide help through food and/or cash donations.

February 28, 2013

Caregivers’ resources are available here

Here are some resources for caregivers who need answers regarding a specific situation: DARTS Information & Assistance, 651-455-1560 Dakota County Veterans’ Services, 651-554-5601 Disability Linkage Line, 1-866-333-2466 Senior Linkage Line, 1-800-333-2433 Veterans Linkage Line, 1-888-546-5838

February 21, 2013

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