Senior Center
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The Senior Connections Newsletter offers a variety of news and information featuring events, meetings, classes, and more! Call 218.299.5514 or email moorheadseniors@moorheadmn.gov to sign-up.
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| THE LUNCH BUNCH: SENIOR MEALS | |
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Monday-Friday | 11:45 am | Reservations should be made 24 hours in advance by calling the Food Site Manager at 218.299.5519 between the hours of 10 am-12:30 pm. Enjoy a hot, nutritious, congregate meal! A suggested donation of $5 is kindly requested if you are age 60 and older. Persons under the age of 60 are required to pay $9. NSI provides this service in part, under the Federal Older Americans Act through a contract with the NWRDC under an area plan approved by the Minnesota Board on Aging. Interested in Meals on Wheels? Call 218.287.0434
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| WEEKLY ACTIVITIES | |
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Artist Group: Thursdays, 1-3 pm Bridge: Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, 12:30-4 pm Double Pinochle: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:30 am-12 pm Mahjong: Tuesdays, 1-4 pm NEW! Social Circle: Monday-Friday, 8:30-10:30 am Whist: Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, 1-4 pm Zippity Zingers Group Singing: Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30 am |
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| MONTHLY EVENTS | |
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1st Wednesday | 1-3 pm $0.25 for 2 cards per game. $0.35 for 3 cards per game. Final game is black out and $0.25 per card. Win prizes! |
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Movement Education with Total Balance 1st Tuesday | 10-11 am | No program in January & December 2025 Free to attend. Limited spots available. Registration required here or call 218.299.5514. Join Total Balance Physical Therapy and Fitness in learning how to look for and deal with pain in everyday activities. Each month features a different discussion topic while showing movement exercises that are good to use in everyday living. |
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2nd and 4th Wednesday | 12:30-4 pm Socialize with other quilters while working on your own project. Individuals come together to share their knowledge, ideas, and techniques. All skill levels welcome! |
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3rd Thursday | Easten Fryn' Pan, 2920 Hwy 10 East, Moorhead Breakfast starting at 8:45 am, Guest Speaker starts at 9:30 am Each month features a guest speaker with various topics pertaining to the needs and interests of adults 55+. Breakfast will be on your own, ordered off the menu. Space is limited. Register by calling Hope at 218.299.5514 or online here. 2025 Schedule
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2nd Wednesday | 1-2:30 pm Memory Cafe is a free social gathering where people experiencing mild to moderate memory loss, and their care partners, come together in a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment. At Memory Cafe we are committed to reminding our participants they are valued, significant members of our local community by changing the way we think about memory loss. 2025 Schedule
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| SPECIAL EVENTS | |
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AARP Free Income Tax Assistance BY APPOINTMENT ONLY CALL OR TEXT 701.335.6509 or REGISTER ONLINE Thursdays at the Hjemkomst | February 6-April 10, 2025 | 9 am-3 pm AARP and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) are once again sponsoring free income tax services to the elderly, low and moderate income taxpayers of all ages with special attention to those 60 and older. Certified IRS volunteers have been trained to prepare and electronically file your income tax returns. Every taxpayer's return is quality reviewed and all information is kept confidential.
Additional locations:
Volunteer tax preparers will not take phone calls. Rent Rebates will be done up until April 13. Please do not call the Hjemkomst Center with specific tax inquiries. They are only a host site and cannot answer questions. |
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Wednesday, November 20, 2024 | 1-3 pm | Hjemkomst Center No RSVP Required Travis Olson, West Fargo Fire and Mike Miller, Moorhead Fire Community Health Alliance Presents:
Red River Regional Dispatch Center Presents:
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Wednesday, May 15, 2024 | 12-1:30 pm | Register by calling 218.299.5519 Price is $7/person and includes lunch from Concordia Catering. "Swing Into Spring" is a vibrant and joyous occasion that brings together the community to welcome the season of new beginnings. Lunch is a delicious cheeseburger, potato salad, calico beans, chocolate cake, and root beer float. Enjoy a live performance by Gina Powers! Her timeless classics and soothing melodies evoke fond memories where dancing or singing along are encouraged. |
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Wednesday, October 2, 2024 | 12-1:30 pm | Register by calling 218.299.5519 Price is $7/person and includes lunch from Concordia Catering. Menu is country meatballs with mashed potatoes and gravy, glazed carrots, dinner roll, choctau bar and root beer float. Bingo, Prizes, and more! Meal is not a part of NSI, Inc Senior Meals. Punch cards not accepted. |
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Jingle Bell Hop Party featuring Apollo Strings! Wednesday, December 4, 2024 | 12-1:30 pm | Register by calling 218.299.5514 Price is $7/person and includes lunch from Concordia Catering. Menu is turkey, mashed potatoes, dressing, green bean casserole, and pumpkin bars. This fun and festive event features a guest appearance from Santa and a live music performance by the Apollo Strings! Meal is not a part of NSI, Inc Senior Meals. Punch cards not accepted. |
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The rules are simple and easy for beginners to learn. Visit pickleball.com for more information and rules of game play. Instructors are not at the location, and those attending will rotate play. Paddles are available upon request and space is limited. No registration required. Available indoors for individuals 55+.
Outdoor Courts
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Wednesdays, June 5-July 31, 2024 (Does not meet June 19) | 11-11:45 am Meet at the Moorhead Senior Center | Register online here or day of. Walk for the health of it! No cost and all abilities welcome! Weather and temperature permitting. Dress for success! Items to consider are good walking shoes, temperature-appropriate clothing or layers, and sunscreen. |
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Water Exercise Join our certified aquatics exercise instructor in this class that will leave you feeling refreshed and energized! These classes will use a mix of cardio and strength exercises to increase your flexibility, range of motion and tone your body, while maintaining low-impact on your joints. We will incorporate a variety of movements, equipment, and up-beat music to enhance your workout. All ability levels are welcome! Click here for more information on cost, location, dates, times, and to register. |
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Moorhead Community Access Media: Bone Builders Virtually shown Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays | 3 pm CDT Click here to watch. MCAM's channels, Governmental and Moorhead Access, are now in HD on cable. Channels 1058 and 1069 replace 58 and 69 on Sparklight and on Midco they can be watched on channels 12 and 99. Bone Builders is a free senior strength training and balance exercise program. It is designed to improve muscle strength, balance and bone density, as well as help with energy and general health. |
| SENIOR SAFETY | |
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Last Tuesday of the month | 9:30 am | Hjemkomst Center Valley Triad is a nonprofit comprised of seniors, service agencies and law enforcement working together. Valley Triad meets monthly to develop projects and educational programs for Cass-Clay county seniors. Guests are welcome to attend meetings and bring law enforcement concerns to the group for discussion. "911, What's Your Emergency?" Safety Seminars from 1-3 pm in 2025:
Save the date! The 2025 Senior Safety Academy is Thursday, September 11 from 9 am-1:30 pm. More information coming soon!
Senior Safety Resources
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Resource Guide for Elders and their Families in Cass and Clay Counties
- This comprehensive guide lists programs, organizations and agencies in Cass County, North Dakota and Clay County, Minnesota.
- Pick up a free hard copy at the Moorhead Senior Center or view it digitally by clicking here. Once on the website click on the blue button "Download Resource Guide."
Contact Us
To learn more about ongoing programs and special events offered, or to sign up for our newsletter, call 218.299.5514. Click here to view the Winter Weather Policy.
Moorhead Senior Center
202 1 Ave N
Moorhead, MN 56560
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