Greetings!

Hope you are enjoying your summer! Just a reminder that the Senior Activity Center will be closed on Monday, July 5. Have a safe holiday!

Please join us for the following programs:

Bingo: July 8 at 1:30 p.m.
Enjoy a fun hour of playing bingo! We will have great prizes for the winners and everyone will receive a special treat to enjoy after playing. Deadline to register is July 6. Fee: $5

All about Loons: July 13 at 11:00 a.m.
Learn all about the Common Loon from the Traveling Naturalist, Melonie Shipman in an uncommon presentation. Translate their beautiful calls, float through their unique lifestyle and be introduced to their equally beautiful and unique other loon relations. Revered by Native cultures and now a symbol of vanishing wilderness the loons have much to teach us. Deadline to register is July 9. Fee: $5

Music in the Park: July 22 at 1:00 p.m.
Listen to the music of MoeDeLL as you enjoy a delicious root beer float. MoeDell writes his own songs and was recently nominated for Songwriter of the Year and American Artist of the Year by the Midwest Country Music Association. You will enjoy his guitar picking style, poetic lyrics, and unique voice. His foot stomping, down home melodies tell tales from light to dark and silliness to endearing. Hailing from southern Virginia, MoeDeLL’s roots are clearly tied to bluesy rolling rhythms of his native culture. Over the years, this Country American powerhouse has performed his down home music for crowds of every size. He usually performs over 250 shows a year from listening rooms, farmers markets and festivals alike. You won’t want to miss this special performance. Deadline to register is July 19. Fee: $5

*This performance will take place at Lion John Weicht Park at the main pavilion. In case of inclement weather the performance will be moved indoors at Furniture and Things Community Event Center.

Please join us for the following trips:

TAYLORS FALLS BOAT CRUISE- August 24 at 9:00 a.m.

See the scenic beauty of the world famous dalles of the upper St. Croix River aboard an authentic paddlewheel boat. The view inspires awe for the beauty and provision of this river that sculpted through ancient volcanic rock. A sack luncheon is provided by Juneberry Café. They use local ingredients to craft a seasonal menu: Turkey sandwich, Colby jack cheese, organic romaine lettuce, mayo and mustard packets, kettle chips, organic carrots, chocolate chip cookies, and coffee. After the boat cruise you will board the bus and stop at Eichtens Cheese Shop and Deli on the way home. Deadline to register is July 26. Fee: $74

MN LANDSCAPE ARBORETUM- September 21 at 9:45 a.m.
Share a bus with Monticello Senior Center and enjoy a beautiful day at the MN Landscape Arboretum. Enjoy a casual lunch in one of the dining areas upon arrival. A sandwich, chips, cookie, and a beverage will be served. After lunch you may explore the gardens and shop at the gift store. The group will gather back together for a guided tram tour of the gardens and woodlands, highlighting the many collections, display gardens and demonstration gardens. Following the tram tour you will have additional time to spend on the grounds at your own pace before departing for home on the coach bus. Deadline to register is August 16. Fee: $78

Click here to be brought to the registration page. A 2021 membership is needed in order to participate. Single day passes are also available. A complete listing of activities can be found in the newsletter.

Be sure to read the Senior Activity Center Participant Handbook so you can become familiar with our programs and services, including general information on policies.

We look forward to seeing you again soon-

Senior Activity Center Staff