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January 21, 2014
Executive Director Update
 
Forbes magazine recently published a series of articles titled "Welcome to Age 50" for Baby Boomers turning 50 in 2014. Included were articles on money, relationships, health and work and purpose. The last article included 10 caregiving tips. The #1 tip was:  "1. It takes a village. Go find one. Ninety percent of seniors, perhaps including your own parents, want to remain in their homes as long as possible. Connecting with the Village Movement is one way to fulfill that goal..." 

The Village Movement is growing -- here's the PBS NewHour piece on Beacon Hill Village that ran last year. Thank you to all our members and supporters for your commitment to the Village Movement and Mill City Commons' sustainability!
-- Linnea

Our Turn: A Conversation for Women 

Thursday, January 23, 9:30 - 11:00 am
The Landings, 510 River Street

MCC women, come and join other women in conversation! This group will meet every other Thursday alternating between morning and afternoon times. Hosts and topics will change each time, too! Sylvia Kaplan hosts on the topic of "Cooking and housework: how have they defined your life, or not, and what about now."

 

Women MCC Members sign up here.  Guests email MCC. 

Aging Well:  An Ongoing Conversation 
Thursday, January 23, 3:30 - 5:00 pm 
Fifth Avenue Lofts, 401 N 2nd St, #414  
Join fellow members in table discussions around a topic picked by the host on the topic of aging well. This monthly conversation is part of our Healthy Village Series, programming designed to support quality aging. Carol Jordan and Bob Callahan host on the topic of "Learning from each other as we age...tips, thoughts, and experiences that have helped us."  

MCC Members sign up here.

Finishing Well: Part One, Demystifying Hospice and Palliative Care

Tuesday, January 28, 3:30 - 5:00 pm

Washburn Lofts' Community Room, 700 S 2nd St

Hear from local expert Pam Schaid, Executive Director of Hospice of the Twin Cities. Pam has worked in hospice for over 20 years, both as a registered nurse and executive director.  For 12 years she was the director of Seasons Hospice in Rochester, opening the first Medicare-Certified Residential Hospice in the state of Minnesota.  Pam's passion for hospice care stems from personal loss experiences and her 30+ years as a registered nurse working in intensive care settings, oncology, and palliative care.

 

MCC Members sign up here.

Last Tuesday Happy Hour 
Tuesday, January 28, 5:00 - 6:00 pm
Spoonriver,  750 S 2nd St
Join us for the Last Tuesday Happy Hour hosted by Barbara and Mike Goldner.  Catch up with friends and neighbors over drinks and small bites.  Dutch treat - no reservations required!

MCC Members and Guests.  No reservations required.
Men's Coffee and Conversation 
Thursday, January 30, 7:30 - 8:30 am
Elsie's Restaurant, 729 Marshall St NE
Coffee and camaraderie for the male members of MCC! This group meets every other Thursday and is hosted by various members who get the conversation going. 

Men MCC Members sign up here.  Guests email MCC.
Museum of Russian Art Tour 
Monday, February 3, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
5500 Stevens Ave S
Join this docent-led tour of the current exhibit "The Romanovs: Legacy of an Empire Lost," which examines the history of the Romanov dynasty through an array of rare historical artifacts from 25 institutional and private collections. The vast majority of these pieces have never been on public display in an American museum. The admission fee will be $7 for those over 65 and $9 for those under 65.

MCC Members sign up here.  Guests email MCC.
Technology Helpdesk
Monday, February 3, 5:30 - 7:00 pm 
MCC Office, 219 Main St SE, Ste 401 
Schedule time with a Tech Support Guru from Network Guidance 2.0 and have your nagging technology questions answered during our complimentary Helpdesk.  When you register, MCC will confirm the time of your 20-30 minute one-to-one session. Reminder:  Installing or upgrading software and creating accounts cannot be included in the Helpdesk session, as they exceed the allotted appointment time.

MCC Members sign up here.
News From Members 
 
MCC member Sabina Sten invites members interested in baking to "Baking Memories:  White vs. Whole Wheat:  A Tale of Two Flours." This event will be held at Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, on January 26 at 2 pm.  Learn about the pros and cons of each flour, sample baked goods, and take home new recipes. General admission is $11, $9 for seniors, free for MNHS Members.  For more information, click here.
 
MCC members Kim Eslinger and Dave Tinjum have created a metro website devoted specifically to our neighborhood. It's a place to go to find out what's happening, whether it's a new restaurant opening, a local event, proposed new construction, etc.  Check it out at MillCityTimes.com.   
Around Town
   

US Foreign Policy Update for 2014 hosted by the MN International Center

January 28, 5:30 pm, Humphrey School of Public Affairs, 301 19th Ave S

Tom Hanson will explore and explain foreign policy development, trends, and challenges faced by the United States in the upcoming year, including repercussions of the 2013 government shutdown and 2014 mid-term election.  This timely and thought-provoking presentation is recommended for anyone interested in international relations.  Advance registration recommended.  Minnesota International Center Members $5, Non-Members $20.  For more information, click here.

 

Night Owl Snowshoe

January 30, 5-7 pm, Theodore Wirth Park

Travel through Theodore Wirth Park on snowshoes while tracking nature's nocturnal hunters.  It's owl season and we'll look for signs of local owl species such as the Great-horned, Barred, and Screech.  Snowshoes provided.  Cost:  $10. Click here to sign up.


Ten Thousand Things presents "The Music Man"

February 14 - March 9, Open Book, 1011 Washington Ave S

In its hallmark barebones musical style, Ten Thousand Things re-examines Meredith Wilson's story of a town and its people, who hardened by life, find themselves taken on a journey that allows them to trust again.  Thursday, Friday, and Saturday shows at 8 pm. Sunday shows at 4 pm.  Tickets are $25.  To purchase tickets, click here. 

   

Minneapolis Downtown Improvement District Calendar (DID) 

The DID website has a calendar feature with lots of great information! It covers many downtown venues with current happenings and performances including all of the theaters, Target Field, Convention Center, etc. It's really a worthwhile site to keep in mind when you're looking for things to do downtown. To check it out, use this link.
Upcoming MCC Events      
   
January 21:  Nosy Neighbor Tour:  Old Federal Building.  Registration closed.

January 22:  Rendezvous at Ceresota.  No reservations required.

January 23:  Our Turn:  A Conversation for Women.  Members sign up here.  Guests email MCC.

January 23:  Aging Well:  An Ongoing Conversation.  Members sign up here.

January 28:  Finishing Well Part I: Demystifying Hospice and Palliative Care. Members sign up here.

January 28:  Last Tuesday Happy Hour at Spoonriver.  No reservations required!

February 3:  Museum of Russian Art Tour.  Members sign up here.

February 3:  Technology Helpdesk.  Members sign up here.

February 5:  Rendezvous Readers' Book Chat.  No reservations required.

February 5:  Social Bridge.  Members sign up here.  Guests email MCC.

February 6:  Our Turn:  A Conversation for Women.  Members sign up here.  Guests email MCC.

February 9:  Sunday Soup Soiree.  Members sign up here.

February 10:  Great Decisions.  MCC Great Decisions members sign up here.

February 11:  Finishing Well Part II:  Rest in Peace.  Members sign up here.
Mill City Commons   
In the Know!
 
 As was mentioned in last week's Musings, we are going to be rolling out a new website at the end of January!  This past week we've been providing a web developer with the content for our new site, as well as adding a February event calendar.  This coming week's to-do list includes adding in our member directory and testing out areas of the new site.  In next week's Musings we'll share how to access the new members-only site.  If you've already registered for events on our current website, we'll take care of transferring your registrations to the new site.  We know there will be glitches as we move ahead so we ask for your patience and understanding as we transition from something old to something new!  We are excited for you to see and learn to navigate our new site soon!
-- Mary Texidor
 

MCC Ongoing Social Opportunities

 

Rendezvous

Readers' Book Chat
Wednesday, February 5, 9:30-10:30 am
Guthrie Theater Level 5 Express
    No reservations required.
Being Esther by
Miriam Karmel 
 

Rendezvous at Ceresota

Wednesdays, 9-10 am

Ceresota Atrium

Drop in and join your friends and neighbors for fellowship at this neighborhood haunt.  This weekly adventure requires no reservations!

(We'll be moving back to the  Guthrie February 5!) 

 

Men's Coffee and Conversation  

Thursday, January 30
7:30 - 8:30 am

Elsie's Restaurant,

729 Marshall Street NE

Caffeine and camaraderie for the male members of MCC! This group meets every other week and is hosted by various members who get the conversation going. Sign up here.

Our Turn  

Thursday, January 23

9:30-11:00 am 

Relax and chat with other MCC women. This group meets every other week and alternates between morning and afternoon times. Look for details in the body of this newsletter.

 

 

MCC Ongoing Fitness Opportunities


SBS Class

Mondays

7:30-8:30am

Thursdays
2:00-3:00pm
501FIT,
501 Washington Avenue
Created exclusively for MCC, this class at 501F1T focuses on strength, balance, and stretching. 
Please register by contacting 501F1T at
612-767-4415.

  

  River Walkers

Tuesdays and Thursdays,

7:30-8:30am

Stone Arch Lofts Riverside Parking Lot

All level of walkers welcome for this early morning walk along the banks of the Mississippi River. An MCC volunteer leads each walk.

  

Hatha Yoga

Wednesdays and Fridays,

8:00-9:15am

Yoga Center Minneapolis, 212 3rd Ave N., Suite 205

This is an alignment-based class. Purchase a 12-class pass for $132 directly from YCM to use as your schedule allows, or drop in on a class for $12.50. Contact Dena at 612-436-4700 for details.

Drop-ins welcome.

 
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612-455-3329