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Mary Ann Young Center

9150 Central Avenue NEBlaine, MN 55434

Contact MAYC Staff763-786-9375

[email protected] Monday - Friday, 8AM to 4:30PM

Mission StatementTo enrich the lives of older

adults by providing educational, recreation, nutritional, social, informational, and volunteer

opportunities in a relaxed, friendly environment.

Stay ConnectedAre you on our email and phone list? Call 763-786-9375 to make sure MAYC staff have your most

recent contact information.

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ConnectOctober 2021

Musical Talent ShowThursday, October 28, 1-3pm

The North Country Jamboree would like to invite all musicians and vocalists to share their skills at a musical fun show. All varieties of instruments are welcome in addition to singers. If a vocalist needs accompaniment, our sing-a-long pianist is available as long as she receives the music in advance. This is not a contest. Rather, it is an afternoon of offering the audience a fun mixture of music, which is sure to be enjoyed by all attending.

Please call the Mary Ann Young Center

to sign up as a group or individual to perform at 763-786-9375.

Registration required for all attendees.

Between performances, the Jamboree will play 1-2 songs to round

out the show.

Jewelry SaleWednesday, October 20, 8:30am-5pm

Join us as we celebrate 13 years of providing beautiful jewelry at very reasonable prices. A multitude of items from community members have been donated throughout the year. Volunteers have been busy sorting, cleaning, pricing, and preparing the jewelry for shoppers. There is sure to be something for everyone. This is our first sale in the new building, so shoppers can expect a roomier layout.

Volunteers are needed to help set up for the sale on October 19, and to help rearrange jewelry throughout the day of the sale and assist with clean up on October 20.

If you are interested in helping for either a shift or a full day, call MAYC staff at 763-786-9375.

Spread the word to neighbors, family, and friends and let’s make this the best sale ever. All proceeds go to the activity fund to support MAYC programming.

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Bingo with a PurposeWednesday, October 27, 10:30am

Come find out about financial scams, protection orders, violence against older adults, safety planning, and services offered by Alexandra House while playing bingo and winning prizes. What you learn could help yourself or someone you care about, as violence impacts one in ten older adults.

Register in advance to attend this information session. Contact the MAYC at 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.

Upcoming Special EventsRegister Early

Footloose at the Chanhassen Dinner Theater Wednesday, February 2, $96

This exhilarating musical will bring down the house. Broadway’s smash-hit is filled with dazzling choreography, electrifying music, and a moving story. When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small Texas farming town, he is prepared for an adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth. The heartfelt story that emerges pits a father longing for the son he lost, against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him. Trip includes, motor coach, play, and lunch. Dessert is on your own. Register by Jan 3. No refunds after Jan 3. Space is limited. Pick up time: 9:15AM Return time: 4:15PM (times are approximate).

Bentleyville and Canal Park BrewingTuesday, November 30, 12:15-9:30pm, $42 or $57

Begin the afternoon with a stop at Canal Park Brewing Company where food and drinks will be on your own. Add a tour tasting for $15, which includes a 30-minute tour and sampling of 3 beers of your choice. Next stop - Bentleyville!

Known as America’s largest free walk-through lighting display, Bentleyville invites guests to stroll under the glow of over 5 million lights in a 20-acre park situated on the shores of Lake Superior, while enjoying complimentary hot cocoa, cookies, popcorn, and roasted marshmallows. Dress accordingly for the great outdoors, expect a good amount of walking, and plan to take photos. Registration is limited so sign up early. Registration deadline is November 18, no refunds after this date.

To register or ask questions call 763-786-9375 or visit

BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.

Movie of the Month12 Mighty Orphans, Thursday, October 21, 1-3pm

Haunted by his mysterious past, Rusty Russell (Luke Wilson), a devoted high school football coach, leads a scrawny football team of orphans, The Mighty Mites, to the state championship during the Great Depression and inspires a broken nation along the way. Rated PG-13. Cast members: Robert Duvall, Vinessa Shaw, Martin Sheen, Luke Wilson, and others. Registration required.

To register or ask questions, call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.

Featured ProgramsSee Calendar for Full Program Listing

Advanced registration is required for all Mary Ann Young Center programs.

Basket Making Class 2nd and 4th Mondays, 10am-12pmJoin instructor Frances Shirley as she teaches the art of basket making. Basket prices vary from session to session, but will generally range from $11-$16 for material and instruction. Tools will be available for use while at the MAYC. Class is limited to 10 people.

Pinochle, Mondays, 1pm Single or Double Deck, ropes, aces, queen of spades, jack of diamonds are all desirable combinations in this fun card game. Join other pinochle card players on Monday afternoons. Some experience necessary.

Nintendo Wii Bowl, Tuesdays, 9am or 10am

Leagues are eight-week sessions with a mini tournament and banquet following. Fall league is currently in session. This fun game is played on Tuesday mornings with a hand held controller using a large screen TV. Stop by to check it out. No experience necessary. Staff and participants are on hand to help get you started. Expect to get a little exercise while enjoying comradery among opponents. It is not too early to register for winter league, which begins in January.

500 Cards, Tuesdays, 1pm Players draw a table number upon entering the building and head to the match table. Cost is $1 per person with payback prizes awarded at end of play. Experienced players only.

Woodcarving Group, Tuesdays, 7-9pmTips and assistance are available by seasoned carvers to get a beginner started or to those seeking pointers on their current project. Enter through the west door.

Hand and Foot, Wednesdays, 1pmThis canasta-style card game can successfully be played with two, three, four, or six players and consists of runs, clean books, dirty books, wild cards, and melds. Simple instruction sheets are on hand as well.

Mah Jongg, Wednesdays, 1pmA tile-based game played with three to four players. Make specific combinations with use of an instruction booklet updated with new combinations yearly. Game cases not provided.

Bridge, Thursdays, 9:30amNoted as an intellectual card game which changes and progresses the more you play. Bidding, communicating, and strategizing play with your partner are key elements. Previous experience required.

Cribbage, Fridays, 1pmRuns, double runs, fifteens, and nobs are commonly desired cards to hold in your hand to score big in this fun card game. Participants draw a table number upon entering the building and head to the match table. Cost is $1.25 per person with payback prizes including high hand and door prize. Experience necessary.

Minnesota Woodcarver's Association Mtg, 2nd Sunday each month thru AprilThe North Metro chapter invites you to attend meetings held through April on the second Sunday of the month. No experience necessary, just a genuine interest in the art of carving.

For more information about these programs and to register, contact the MAYC at 763-786-9375 or

visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister.

Medicare Volunteers NeededBecome a Medicare Health Insurance Counselor

Are you ready for a challenge? Have you refined your Medicare skills and wish to share them with others? Become a Medicare Health Insurance Counselor for the Senior LinkAge Line and assist individuals one-on-one. Medicare counseling takes place sites across the Twin Cities Metro Area.

Volunteers are trained to help others:

• Understand Medicare basics• Compare Medicare Advantage and supplement plan options• Understand and compare Medicare Part D choices• Consider eligibility for state and federal assistance programs• Identify, report, and prevent Medicare fraud and abuse

Due to the annual Medicare open enrollment period, training will not begin until December 1.To find out more, visit TrellisConnects.org/Volunteer.

Grief Support SeriesNow through October 18, 6:45-9pm, St. Philip's Lutheran Church

The series provides an opportunity for individuals to obtain information and support for a variety of loss and grief issues. Held on consecutive Mondays from 6:45-9PM September 13-October 18 at St. Philip’s Lutheran Church, 6180 Highway 65 NE, Fridley, MN 55421. Each session is complete in itself, so attend one or all. Donations are accepted.

For more information, call Margie Alexander at 763-755-5335. If you are not fully vaccinated, please wear a mask.

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ResourcesSee Calendar for Dates/Times

Thinking of YouOn the Mend

We wish you the best in your recovery.

• Conrad Koffler

Sympathy

Our sympathy goes out to the following families who recently experienced the loss of a loved one.

• Carole Pelletier age 79, survived by loving husband, Bernie Wiklund.

• Etta Nelson age 95, Nintendo Wii bowler, bingo player, diner, survived by loving daughter, Sally.

• Mike Swanson, survived by loving wife, Karin.

• Joe Peterson, son of Paul and Marsha Peterson.

1:1 Tech HelpNeed help with navigating your smart phone, tablet, or laptop? Make an appointment on the specified Wednesday of the month for assistance.Register: 763-786-9375

ACCAP Chores and MoreAn Anoka County service to help with minor home repairs, housekeeping, and seasonal chores such as leaf raking and snow removal.Phone: 763-783-4767 (Fred)Email: [email protected]: ACCAP.org

ACCAP Senior Outreach Worker AvailablePhone: 763-783-4741 ext. 3 (Lisa)Email: [email protected]: ACCAP.org

Computer UsageComputers are available for use at the MAYC by appointment on Fridays, 2-4PM.Register: 763-786-9375

Family Caregiver ConnectionVirtual and phone programs include Caregiver Support Group, Memory Cafe, and Respite.Phone: 763-324-1831 (Jill)

Foot CareAppointments available on the first and third Thursdays of the month. Current fee, $35. Bring a towel to your appointment.Register: 763-786-9375

Free Food DistributionDrive thru on the second Sunday of the month from 12-2PM. No requirements or data collection. Everyone is welcome, including walkers. Shelf stable food supplied by Every Meal, Bergin Fruit & Nut Company, and local restaurants.Location: 10506 Hanson Blvd NW Coon Rapids MN 55433Facebook Page: @SpiritofMathew25

Home Movie TransferBlaine residents can drop off VHS tapes, 8mm and 16mm film reels, or slides of personal home movies/photos at MAYC. North Metro TV will transfer the content to a DVD and return everything to MAYC for pickup about one month later. See dates on the calendar.Phone: 763-786-9375

Live 2B Healthy Senior FitnessVirtual and in person classes offered Mon/Tue/Thu. Free to Silver Sneakers and Silver & Fit members. Other insurance providers may offer discounts.Phone: 612-481-7274 (Greg)

Low Vision HelpNeed assistive devices to help with your vision challenges? A wide variety of equipment is available for free. The Minnesota State Service for the Blind will now offer in person appointments at the MAYC on a specified Wednesday of each month between 10AM-12PM. Call the MAYC to register.Phone: 763-786-9375

Mid-MN Legal AidNeed help with legal issues? Call to set up a phone appointment for the first Tuesday of the month. Appointments must be made 72 hours in advance.Register: 763-786-9375

Senior CompanionPhone reassurance (companion visits) or virtual visits offered by Lutheran Social Service of MN.Phone: 651-310-9459 (Terry Hollingsworth)Email: [email protected]

Senior LinkAge LineA link to a local aging expert. Trellis (formerly MAAA) will begin offering in person Health Insurance Counseling appointments soon in addition to phone appointments. Stay tuned for details.Phone: 1-800-333-2433 or 763-324-1480

Defensive Driving Refresher ClassesDiscounts on vehicle insurance are available at the MAYC by registration on specified Thursdays each month. Dates fill quickly, so plan ahead. Oct 14, Nov 4, Dec 9Register: 763-786-9375

Online classes through AARP for the full eight hour class and the four hour refresher class for those 55+.Website: AARPDriverSafety.org

MN Highway Safety & Research CtrOnline classes available.

Website: MNSafetyCenter.org

Aging with Pride (IDEA)Innovations in Dementia Empowerment and Action

Does someone you care about have memory loss? IDEA is the first federally funded research study examining ways to improve the health and quality of life for adults aged 50 and older with memory loss and their caregivers in the LGBTQ community. This study encompasses nine sessions for you and the person with memory loss. Complete the virtual program from the comfort of your home. Compensation provided for completing five phone interviews. Participate as a pair; at least one must be LGBTQ, but do not need to live together. Tablets are provided with connectivity if needed.

For more information, call 1-888-655-6646,

email [email protected], or visit ageIDEA.org.

Volunteer Bus Drivers NeededMonday thru Friday, 10am-4pm

Now that programming has resumed, participants in the community are looking for bus service to and from the Mary Ann Young Center for meals and programs. This is a great opportunity to give back to your community. Bus service is offered M-F between the hours of 10AM-4PM. Call staff to discuss a day that works for you and to receive detailed information. No special license is required, just a clean driving record, a genuine desire to help others, and a working knowledge of the Blaine area or familiarity with using a navigation system.

Please call during business hours to inquire further at 763-786-9375 and consider joining the elite fleet of MAYC drivers.

Voices of ImpactA Dementia Friendly Choir Opportunity

A dementia friendly choir established to provide those living with dementia or memory loss and their caregivers, a place to find comfort, entertainment, and support. All are welcome to join Voices of Impact regardless of your singing experience or musical background. Visit a rehearsal, staff will be excited to welcome you. Singers will have an opportunity to participate, plus a time of socialization with coffee and cookies after rehearsal. This group meets on Monday’s from 10AM to Noon at Faith Lutheran Church, 11115 Hanson Blvd, Coon Rapids MN.

For more information, visit the website at ImpactServicesMN.org and select Voices of Impact or by

phone at 763-236-8718.

Halloween Costume DrawingFriday, October 29, noon

Wear costume attire to bring some fun to the Mary Ann Young Center.

Those in costume will be entered in a drawing to win a prize. Register in advance for lunch and arrive by 11:45AM to show off your costume. Fun Halloween music will be played during lunch and bagged treats and hot cider given out. Hope to see you at the party!

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October Activities CalendarMonday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

8am-4pm Movie Drop Off

9-11am Billiards10am Ukulele1pm Cribbage1pm Scrabble 2-4pm Computer Use

Beef & Bean Chili, Vegetables, Cornbread, Applesauce, Lime Jello


9am Walking Group10am Virtual Fitness1pm Nickel Bingo1pm Pinochle1:15-2pm Fitness On-Site1:30-2:30pm Virtual

Respite1:30-3:30pm Caregiver

Support - Phone


9-11am Nintendo Wii Bowling

10am Virtual Fitness10am-12pm Virtual

Caregiver Support11am Legal Aid (Phone)1pm 500 Cards 1:15-2pm Fitness On-Site7pm Woodcarving Group


11am-12pm Virtual Memory Café

1pm Woodcarving1pm Hand & Foot1pm Mah Jongg


8am-4pm Foot Care9:30am Bridge Cards 10am Virtual Fitness10am-12pm Virtual

Caregiver Group1:15-2pm Fitness On-Site2-4pm Creative Corner


Sweet & Sour Meatballs, Rice, Broccoli, Pears, Breadstick, Cookie

Chicken Patty on Bun, French Fries, Coleslaw,

Fresh Fruit, Jello

Salisbury Steak with Onion Gravy, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Green

Beans, Dinner Roll, Cookie

Country Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy,

Vegetables, Fruit, Apple Pie

Chicken & Wild Rice Casserole, Glazed Carrots, Fruit, Dinner Roll, Cookie

9am Walking Group10am Virtual Fitness10am Basket Making10:30am Sing-a-Long1pm Nickel Bingo1pm Pinochle1:15-2pm Fitness On-Site1:30-2:30pm Virtual


Support - Phone6:30pm Garden Club



Caregiver Support1pm 500 Cards 1:15-2pm Fitness On-Site7pm Woodcarving Group

9-11:30am Senior Companion Meetings

9:30am-1:30pm 1:1 Tech Help11am-12pm Virtual Memory

Café1pm Woodcarving1pm Hand & Foot1pm Mah Jongg

9am-12:15pm Defensive Driving

9:30am Bridge Cards 9:45am Train Ride10am Virtual Fitness10am-12pm Virtual

Caregiver Group1:15-2pm Fitness On-Site2-4pm Creative Corner


Lemon Pepper Chicken, Roasted Red Potatoes, Peas & Pearl Onions,

Dinner Roll, Chocolate Cake

Beef Hotdog on Bun, Coleslaw, Baked Beans,

Fruit, Lemon Bar

Swedish Meatballs, Gravy, Buttered Noodles,

Vegetables, Fruit, Chocolate Pudding

Chicken Parmesan, Penne Pasta, Marinara Sauce, Vegetables, Peaches,

Pumpkin Bar

Sloppy Joe on Bun, Carrots, Jo Jo Potatoes, Fruit, Vanilla Pudding

10am Virtual Fitness1pm Nickel Bingo1pm Pinochle1:15-2pm Fitness On-Site1:30-2:30pm Virtual


Support - Phone




8:30am-5pm Jewelry Sale

10am-12pm State Service for the Blind



8am-4pm Foot Care9:30am Bridge Cards 10am Virtual Fitness10am-12pm Virtual

Caregiver Group1-3pm Movie of the Month:

12 Mighty Orphans1:15-2pm Fitness On-Site2-4pm Creative Corner

9-11am Billiards10am Ukulele11am Novel Nook1pm Cribbage1pm Scrabble 2-4pm Computer Use

Sweet & Sour Chicken, Rice, Green Beans, Fruit,

Roll, Cookie

Swiss Steak/Stewed Tomatoes, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Vegetables, Fruit,

Apple Crisp

Spaghetti & Meatballs, Marinara Sauce, Italian

Vegetables, Fruit, Brownie

Pork Loin, Scalloped Potatoes, Carrots, Dinner

Roll, Angel Food Cake, Alt: Chicken Breast

Baked Lasagna, Green Peas, Fruit, Garlic Bread,

Jello w/ Mandarin Oranges

10am Virtual Fitness10am Basket Making1pm Nickel Bingo1pm Pinochle1:15-2pm Fitness On-Site1:30-2:30pm Virtual


Support - Phone




10am-12pm Bingo with a Purpose- Prizes & Presentation



9:30am Bridge Cards 10am Virtual Fitness10am-12pm Virtual

Caregiver Group1-3pm Musical Talent Show 1:15-2pm Fitness On-Site2-4pm Creative Corner

Halloween Costume Day10am Ukulele1pm Cribbage1pm Scrabble 2-4pm Computer Use

Western Omelet, Roasted Potatoes, Turkey Sausage

Patty, Muffin, Juice

Quarter Roasted Chicken, Buttered Corn, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Dinner

Roll, Cookie

Sliced Turkey Breast, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Peas & Carrots, Dinner

Roll, Frosted White Cake

Chicken Kiev, Orzo Florentine, Green Beans, Peppers & Onions, Fruit,

Pumpkin Pie

Pulled Pork on Bun, BBQ Sauce Packet, Roasted Potatoes, Three Bean

Salad, GrapesALT: Pulled Chicken

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