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By Phone: 651-450-2480 · In-Person at VMCC Guest Services
We 💚 our Seniors!
IGH Parks & Rec offers seniors many opportunities to stay active and and engaged at the Veterans Memorial Community Center and find a sense of community and friendship in the IGH Senior Club. Senior Center programming is provided in partnership with the ISD 199 Community Education Department.
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Spring & Summer 202355+ Driver Safety Class - Virtual & In-Person(ages 55+) Certified instructor teaches this class. Those who complete the class qualify for a 10% discount on auto insurance. The Driver Improvement courses are open to the public and held at the VMCC; Pre-registration is required through the MN Highway Safety & Research Center. Register
Upcoming Courses
Inver Wood Golf Course - Lessons
Adult Swim InstructionFor adults looking to learn or fine-tune their swimming techniques. View available courses. Back to Balance | July 11-Aug. 31 | $69/VMCC Member; $109/Non-memberTo register, call 651-450-2480 or online. Fox Rehabilitation - Balance | June 5: 10:30a | FREETo register, call 651-450-2480 or online. Landmark Tours Travel Talks | June 21: 10a | FREETo register, call 651-450-2480 or online. Strength Training Circuit | July 10-Aug. 30 | $69/VMCC Member; $109/Non-memberTo register, call 651-450-2480 or online. US Presidential History | July 19: 10a | FREETo register, call 651-450-2480 or online. Remember the Good Old Days of WCCO Radio | Aug. 2: 10a | $10To register, call 651-450-2480 or online. Specialty Fitness programsare on a set, short-term schedule with smaller class sizes at budget-friendly prices for members and non-members of the VMCC:
Register for available sessions online or by calling 651-554-3423. Swim LessonsCall 651-554-3423 Learn to Skate ProgramCall 651-450-2468 | Spring & Summer 2023Volunteer with the City of IGHClick here to learn about opportunities and to contact our Volunteer Coordinator. Create a Canvas | June 8, July 13, Aug. 3: 6-8 p.m. each night | $35/sessionCome and create your own masterpiece in acrylic on canvas with Gail from Joyful H’Arts Studio! This class is FUN art not fine art. Your instructor will guide you step-by-step through a two-hour painting...no experience necessary! Each session will have a different painting. To register, call 651-450-2480 or online. Inver Wood Golf CourseClick here to review hours and rates. Foot Golf at Inver Wood Golf CourseClick here to learn more about Foot Golf Weekly Card GamesJoin in the fun and games hosted by the IGH Senior Club at the VMCC in the Senior Center. All experience levels are welcome. No registration required — just come!
History Book ClubMeets every FOURTH MONDAY of the month at the VMCC from 10-11 a.m. Discuss selected books with this free, drop-in group, no registration is required. For more information, view 'The Scoop' section of the current Parks & Rec brochure Note: Room location will be posted in the VMCC on day of club.
Sleeping Mats for the Homeless ProjectFirst Tuesday of the month | 1 p.m. Put those plastic grocery bags to good use and keep them out of the landfill by joining us in making sleeping mats for the homeless. Mats are crocheted out of plastic bag yarn (PLARN). Jobs include: cutting (bring your own scissors), sorting and crocheting (please bring your own 16mm or size (Q) crochet hook). Directions will be provided. Mats will be donated to Friday Night Street Gang, an organization that supports the homeless. If you have any questions, email: joann@usfamily.net. Senior Club - Fiction Book ClubMeets every SECOND TUESDAY of the month at the VMCC at 1 p.m. Learn more in the Senior Club tab on how to become a member. For more information, view 'The Scoop' section of the current Parks & Rec brochure Note: Room location will be posted in the VMCC on day of club.
Day TripsHistoric Fort Snelling & Sibley House | June 14 | $93Depart VMCC: 9:15 a.m. Register by Friday, May 12: call 651-450-2480 or online. Northfield History Tour | July 13 | $87Depart VMCC: 9:45 a.m. Register by Friday, June 9: call 651-450-2480 or online. Duluth Vista Fleet Cruise - FULLFall 2023Million Dollar Quartet at the Old Log Theater - FULLFireside Theater, Ft. Atkinson, WI | Oct. 12-13 (Two Day Trip)Depart VMCC: Thursday, Oct. 12 at 7:15 a.m. Register by Friday, Aug. 4:
VMCC Activities
Outdoor ActivitiesPickleball CourtsOff-leash Dog Park - Purchase a Pass | Spring & Summer 2023Pickleball Leagues - Our adult pickleball league is a fun, semi-competitive league for teams of two players. Game times and schedule will be determined by the final number of teams that register. Game times are estimates. Minimum eight teams, maximum 12 teams. Time: 6–9 p.m. Fee: $40 per team
Register: Call 651-450-2480 or online. Inver Wood Golf Course Leagues: E-Sports Leagues - July 10-Sept. 1 (ages 8+)
Register online beginning April 24-June 26. |
UCare Member Discounts
UCare for Seniors members and EssentialCare members are eligible for one $15 discount per calendar year on most community education/recreation programs including trips! Members simply show their UCare ID card when registering for the trip/class to receive the discount. Members must be enrolled with UCare at the time of the trip/class to receive the discount. UCare Choices and Fairview Choices members are not eligible for the $15 class discount. Other restrictions may apply.
Driver's Ed Refresher Courses
The Driver Improvement courses are open to the public; pre-registration is required. A MN Highway Safety & Research Center certified instructor teaches this class. Those who complete the course qualify for a 10% discount on their auto insurance premiums for three years, according to Minnesota law. First time participants must complete the initial eight hours of training and a four hour refresher class every three years to maintain the discount.
Register
1-(888)-234-1294 or www.mnsafetycenter.org
Happy Feet Foot Services - SECOND Friday AND FOURTH Tuesday of the Month
Relax and enjoy a half hour of pampering on the second Friday and fourth Tuesday of the month! A nurse will provide a foot soak, nail trim, foot massage and foot treatment.
To schedule an appointment, call 763-560-5136.
Indoor Walking Program
During the ISD 199 School Year 2022-23: Mon-Fri: 2:30-5:30 p.m.; Sat-Sun: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Our indoor walking/running track is available to all members and daily admission users (18+). Athletic shoes required. We allow strollers and small children in carriers as well as those with wheelchairs to use the track at anytime. The track is 1/16 of a mile long and circles the fitness center. Call 651-450-2480 with any questions.
3-D Gait Analysis
Improve your posture, biomechanical imbalances to prevent injury, ease pain and/or improve your walking or running speed. Your gait will be analyzed and a set of corrective exercises will be prescribed based on the results. Register online through Aug. 31 available dates or call 651-554-3423.
- Who can benefit? Athletes, those recovering from injury or stroke or anyone who wants to improve their walking or running gait. Analysis is performed by Dr. Greg DeNunzio, DC, BSME Clinical Coordinator- Biomechanics Division Chief of Staff, Sweere Center for Clinical Biomechanics and Applied Ergonomics
- Fee: $149 / members; $199 / non-members
Senior & Veteran Community Services
- Senior Housing
- Senior Resources
- Yellow Ribbon Campaign
The IGH Senior Club is a place for camaraderie, socializing and entertainment, while participating in interactive and exciting activities, including monthly luncheons, weekly card games, a holiday party and more! Activities are held at the Veterans Memorial Community Center in the Senior Center (Community Room 2). The club is managed by a Board and in partnership with IGH Parks & Rec. Senior Club Board Officers meet on the second Wednesday of the month at 10 a.m.
Membership
Call 651-450-2480 to sign up or in-person at the IGH Parks Recreation Office.
2023 Membership: $15/person - Your membership dues support the Club and its work.
Note: Beginning in Sept. 2022, all senior club payments for new membership and monthly luncheons will be paid directly to the Senior Club. A locked drop box will be installed inside the VMCC north entry (door "E") by the Parks & Rec office, near the east ice arena. Registration forms and envelopes will be provided at this drop box.
The senior center is CLOSED Monday, May 29 for Memorial Day, Tuesday, July 4 for Independence Day, and Monday Sept. 4 for Labor Day.
Weekly Card Games
Every week the Senior Center hosts several card games. All card playing events are FREE for both Members & Non-Members--including refreshments! No registration required, just make sure to be on time!
Spring & Summer 2023 Schedule:
- 500 - first, second and fourth Monday - 1 p.m.
- Cribbage - Tuesdays - 1 p.m.
- Hand & Foot - Wednesdays - 9 a.m.
- Bridge - Wednesdays - 12:30 p.m.
- Euchre - Thursdays - 1 p.m.
Monthly Luncheons - Members ONLY!
Senior Club members enjoy the benefit of a monthly luncheon on the third Monday of the month from Noon to 2 p.m. These luncheons bring together members in a fun, social gathering with entertainment and food. Registration is required by the Thursday before the luncheon. Register at the new locked drop box (see note above).
Upcoming Dates:
- May 15: Baked Ziti & BINGO | $10
- June 19: Chicken & Entertainment by Gary LaRae | $10
- July 17: Dickey's BBQ pulled pork sandwiches & BINGO | $14
- Aug 21: Turitto's Lasagna & BINGO | $18
Free Agent Registration
If you want to play in adult leagues but can't find teammates, you can register as a free agent. Complete and submit the Free Agent Registration Form.
Weather Impacts to Programs, Events and Activities led by the City of IGH*
Wondering if an event or your practice/game is still on due to inclement weather?
Call the IGH Weather Hot Line at 651-450-2595 to check the status for city-led program and events due to inclement weather. We strive to update by 4:30 p.m. After hours, it is up to the coaches and instructors to make the final decision.
*We cannot make weather-related decisions for other league associations or events held in our community by other businesses or organizations.
Dakota County Parks Adult Programs
For details and registration on programs with Dakota County Parks visit their website: https://www.co.dakota.mn.us/parks/Lists/Calendar/calendar.aspx.