Events
Second Tuesday Luncheons
Chef Erik Hendrickson and his wife Jill flanked by volunteer (left to right) JoAnn Olsen, Teddi Hayes, Jean Walstad and Nellie Smith prepare and serve wonderful luncheon meals.
Our monthly luncheons have been the staple of our program for over 15 years. This past year, the luncheons averaged 89 attendees who can't wait to see and taste what Chef Erik Hendrickson has prepared. Our luncheons also feature guest speakers on topics related to issues affecting older adults.
Lunch is at 11:30; speaker at 12:15-1:00. A free blood pressure clinic and nurse consultation begins at 11:15. New guests are especially welcome! Location: Hamline Church United Methodist, 1514 Englewood Ave, St. Paul. Free parking. Free transportation for seniors from the Hamline Midway neighborhood. Free-will donations
requested for the meal. RSVP: Call (651) 209-6542 or
email info@hmelders.org.
August 14: "Nature at Our Doorstep"
Naturalist and Author Matt Schuth will provide solid information about birds, trees, insects and other aspects of the natural world, enlivened by personal experience, homespun humor, myth and folklore. He'll also sell and sign copies of his recent book. Our friends at Green Books will also host another book giveaway at this luncheon.
September 11: "Caregiver Services"
Catherine Engstrom from Wilder Caregiver Services will talk about the joys and stresses of caregiving and services available to support families.
October 9: "Maintaining Mental Health"
Beth Johnson from Jewish Family Service of St. Paul will share information and advice for older adults on addressing life’s problems.
November 13: "What's New with Medicare"
A representative from the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging will explain some new changes with Medicare and supplemental health plans.
December 11: "Seasonal & Holiday Music"
The North Suburban Chorus (comprised of older adults from the Twin Cities) returns for the 5th consecutive December luncheon to share seasonal and holiday tunes. A special thanks to Thrivent Financial for again sponsoring this luncheon event.
Lunch is at 11:30; speaker at 12:15-1:00. A free blood pressure clinic and nurse consultation begins at 11:15. New guests are especially welcome! Location: Hamline Church United Methodist, 1514 Englewood Ave, St. Paul. Free parking. Free transportation for seniors from the Hamline Midway neighborhood. Free-will donations
requested for the meal. RSVP: Call (651) 209-6542 or
email info@hmelders.org.
August 14: "Nature at Our Doorstep"
Naturalist and Author Matt Schuth will provide solid information about birds, trees, insects and other aspects of the natural world, enlivened by personal experience, homespun humor, myth and folklore. He'll also sell and sign copies of his recent book. Our friends at Green Books will also host another book giveaway at this luncheon.
September 11: "Caregiver Services"
Catherine Engstrom from Wilder Caregiver Services will talk about the joys and stresses of caregiving and services available to support families.
October 9: "Maintaining Mental Health"
Beth Johnson from Jewish Family Service of St. Paul will share information and advice for older adults on addressing life’s problems.
November 13: "What's New with Medicare"
A representative from the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging will explain some new changes with Medicare and supplemental health plans.
December 11: "Seasonal & Holiday Music"
The North Suburban Chorus (comprised of older adults from the Twin Cities) returns for the 5th consecutive December luncheon to share seasonal and holiday tunes. A special thanks to Thrivent Financial for again sponsoring this luncheon event.
Jody's Documentary Film Series
This partnership with the Hamline Midway Library continues on the last Wednesday of each month at 1:00 pm. Film aficionado Jody Huber introduces a thought-provoking documentary each month from the acclaimed POV (a cinema term for point of view) series from PBS. After each documentary film, Jody will provide updated information and lead a group discussion. Light refreshments will also be provided.
Upcoming documentary films in this series are the following:
Wednesday, July 25: "Art and Craft"
Filmmakers: Sam Cullman, Jennifer Grausman and Mark Becker
Mark Landis, possibly one of the most prolific art forgers, has duped prestigious art museums across the USA. He's not even in it for the money. Why? And how's he doing it?
So please consider joining us for Jody's Documentary Film Series -- you'll be glad you did! Contact Tom Fitzpatrick at tom@hmelders.org or (651) 209-6542 for more information.
Upcoming documentary films in this series are the following:
Wednesday, July 25: "Art and Craft"
Filmmakers: Sam Cullman, Jennifer Grausman and Mark Becker
Mark Landis, possibly one of the most prolific art forgers, has duped prestigious art museums across the USA. He's not even in it for the money. Why? And how's he doing it?
So please consider joining us for Jody's Documentary Film Series -- you'll be glad you did! Contact Tom Fitzpatrick at tom@hmelders.org or (651) 209-6542 for more information.
Comfort Knitting Circle
The knitting group meets weekly on Monday afternoons from 1 to 3 pm at Hamline Church United Methodist (1514 Englewood Ave). This program involves knitting with a purpose—making comfort/prayer shawls to be donated to the hospice at Our Lady of Peace, blankets for a local child care center, and occasional other items for various charities.
New members are always welcome to join this friendly group of knitters.
For more information, contact Laurel Collins at laurel@hmelders.org or 651-209-6542.
New members are always welcome to join this friendly group of knitters.
For more information, contact Laurel Collins at laurel@hmelders.org or 651-209-6542.
Walking Group
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Walking is a wonderful pastime and exercise for people of all ages, and for seniors it may be especially ideal because it is gentle, easily accessible, fits into any schedule, and provides so many physical and mental benefits.
Our Walking Group meets weekly on Tuesday mornings at 10 am in the parking lot of Hamline Church United Methodist at 1514 Englewood Avenue. Each weekly walk has a specific neighborhood destination (e.g. park, art gallery, neighborhood organization). To learn more, please contact Laurel Collins at 651-209-6542 or laurel@hmelders.org. |
Connect to Your Writing Path!
Known by Heart Writing Classes with Naomi Cohn
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Join us for these fun summer writing sessions geared toward finding your writing path. Each of us has unique experiences, perspectives and gifts to share. These three free sessions will help you connect to what inspires you, to your unique voice and to your community. We’ll spend time jumpstarting our writing, sharing work and learning about how to keep writing.
These free sessions will be held on 3 consecutive Thursday mornings in August and will be held at Hamline Church United Methodist at 1514 Englewood Ave. Thursday, August 9, 2018, 10 am - 12 noon Finding Your Focus: Connecting to Your Own Writing Mission Come sample ways to connect to your unique interests as a writer. We’ll play with memory, imagination and paying attention in the present as ways to connect to our individual writing missions. All are welcome. Thursday, August 16, 2018, 10 am - 12 noon Finding Your Voice; Finding Your People Join us to explore how writing is a conversation. We’ll play with writing activities that connect us to our individual voice and who we want to connect with through writing. All are welcome. Thursday, August 23, 2018, 10 am - 12 noon Finding Your Path as a Writer Join us for a session of in-class writing, activities and conversation around the theme of your writing journey. All are welcome. For more information and to register, please contact Tom Fitzpatrick at tom@hmelders.org or 651-209-6542. |