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Senior Surf Day Brooklyn Park Library Thursday, September 11, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Thursday, November 13, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. Senior Surf Day Pierre Bottineau Library Friday, September 12, 1 p.m. Friday, October 10, 1 p.m. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. Seniors Play Reading Group Franklin Library Friday, September 12, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Friday, October 10, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Friday, November 7, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Join us for a stimulating morning of reading and discussing some of the great plays of our heritage. Contact Elizabeth Young, 612-870-5659, liz11238@yahoo.com; or Bob Bugenstein, 952-888-5309, rbugenstein@comcast.net. Presented in collaboration with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Senior Tech Open House Ridgedale Library Saturday, September 13, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Try your hand at Wii bowling and Guitar Hero. Learn about digital photography, photosharing websites, online library services and more. Door prizes for trying new things! Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgedale Library; Presented in collaboration with the Minnetonka Senior Computer Users Group. First Pages: Start Your Memoir - For Writers 55 and Older Ridgedale Library Monday, September 15, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Are you interested in writing a personal history, family history or just have a great story that needs to be told? Learn the basic elements and techniques of memoir writing and exercises to get you started. Presented in collaboration with the Loft Literary Center; Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgedale Library. Senior Surf Day North Regional Library Tuesday, September 16, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Tuesday, October 14, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. Senior Surf Day Excelsior Library Tuesday, September 16, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. Introduction to Digital Photography for Seniors Brookdale Library Wednesday, September 17, 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Hands-on course where beginners can practice taking pictures with digital cameras (bring your own if you like) and learn how to transfer photos to computers for viewing and printing. Familiarity with computer and mouse desirable. Digital camera will be available. Senior Surf Day Franklin Library Wednesday, September 17, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Wednesday, October 15, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Held in Philllips Technology Center on lower level. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. Senior Tech Day Rogers Library Wednesday, September 17, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Try electronic fitness games "Wii Bowling" or "Wii Fit," set up a free e-mail account, learn how to download audiobooks, or bring in your electronic gadgets (digital cameras, cell phones, MP3 players) and work with an expert to find out how to use them! Sponsored by the Friends of the Rogers Library; Sponsored by the Best Buy. First Pages: Start Your Memoir - For Writers 55 and Older Augsburg Park Library Thursday, September 18, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Are you interested in writing a personal history, family history or just have a great story that needs to be told? Learn the basic elements and techniques of memoir writing and exercises to get you started. Presented in collaboration with the Loft Literary Center. Senior Surf Day Rockford Road Library Thursday, September 18, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. Senior Surf Day East Lake Library Friday, September 19, 11:30 a.m. Registration required, begins Sep 22. Register online or call 612.630.6550. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. First Pages: Start Your Memoir - For Writers 55 and Older Eden Prairie Library Saturday, September 20, 11 a.m. Are you interested in writing a personal history, family history or just have a great story that needs to be told? Learn the basic elements and techniques of memoir writing and exercises to get you started. Presented in collaboration with the Loft Literary Center. Tuesdays With a Scholar Southdale Library Tuesdays, September 23–November 11, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Join local scholars for weekly lectures and discussions about timely and fascinating topics, from brain science to international politics. No meeting Nov. 4 due to Election Day. Presented in partnership with the University of Minnesota. Presented in partnership with the U of M Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Senior Surf Day Webber Park Library Tuesday, September 23, 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Thursday, November 20, 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. Wii Games for Seniors Southdale Library Tuesday, September 23, 2 p.m. See what all the buzz is about. Try senior-friendly Wii video games, such as bowling and tennis, and dance up a storm on the Dance Dance Revolution video game. Bring a friend! Memory Loss and Aging Maple Plain Library Tuesday, September 23, 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. Covers normal changes in memory during the aging process, tips on how to maintain and improve memory, the causes of memory loss and issues related to Alzheimer's disease. Resources will be provided. Senior Surf Day Golden Valley Library Thursday, September 25, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. Senior Surf Day Hopkins Library Friday, September 26, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. First Pages: Start Your Memoir - For Writers 55 and Older Nokomis Library Saturday, October 4, 10:30 a.m. Registration required, begins Sep 6. Register online or call 612.630.6700. Are you interested in writing a personal history, family history or just have a great story that needs to be told? Learn the basic elements and techniques of memoir writing and exercises to get you started. Presented in collaboration with the Loft Literary Center. First Pages: Start Your Memoir - For Writers 55 and Older Edina Library Saturday, October 4, 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. Registration required, begins Sep 6. Register online or call 952.847.5425. Are you interested in writing a personal history, family history or just have a great story that needs to be told? Learn the basic elements and techniques of memoir writing and exercises to get you started. Presented in collaboration with the Loft Literary Center; Sponsored by the Friends of the Edina Library; Presented in collaboration with the Edina Reads. Senior Surf Day Ridgedale Library Tuesday, October 14, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Registration required, begins Sep 16. Register online or call 952-847-8847. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. Senior Surf Day Southdale Library Tuesday, October 14, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Registration required, begins Sep 16. Register online or call 952-847-5914. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. Life and Work in the Second Half Southdale Library Tuesday, October 14, 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Registration required, begins Sep 16. Register online or call 952-847-5914. Interested in working after retirement? Executive coach George Dow will help you develop a vision and plan for success and happiness in work, personal life and community service in the second half of life. Funded by grants and gifts to the Library Foundation of Hennepin County. Armchair Travel Series: South America Oxboro Library Thursday, October 16, 2 p.m. International travel photographer Gene Young will take us on a visual journey to Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Uruguay and the Falkland Islands - from spectacular mountain scenery to Iguassu Falls to the beaches of Rio de Janeiro. Sponsored by the Friends of the Oxboro Library. Sexual Identity in Hemingway's Classic Novel Southdale Library Monday, October 20, 1 p.m. Bob Solotaroff, literature instructor at Osher LifeLong Learning Institute, will explore how Hemingway's personal experiences in World War I influenced his novel "A Farewell to Arms." Discussion will include the deepest meanings of masculine and feminine, as dramatized in the deeper reaches of the novel. Funded by grants and gifts to the Library Foundation of Hennepin County. Identity Theft Augsburg Park Library Tuesday, October 21, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Learn how to minimize your chances of becoming a victim of identity theft and what to do if you are a victim. Speakers will address identity theft from personal and professional experiences. Senior Surf Day Golden Valley Library Tuesday, October 21, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Registration required, begins Sep 23. Register online or call 952.847.5475. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. Life and Work in the Second Half Eden Prairie Library Thursday, October 23, 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Interested in working after retirement? Executive coach George Dow will help you develop a vision and plan for success and happiness in work, personal life and community service in the second half of life. The Friends of the Eden Prairie Library Annual Meeting will immediately precede the program at 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the Eden Prairie Library. Senior Surf Day St. Anthony Library Tuesday, October 28, 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Registration required, begins Sep 30. Register online or call 952.847.6075. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. Memory Loss and Aging Excelsior Library Saturday, November 1, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Covers normal changes in memory during the aging process, tips on how to maintain and improve memory, the causes of memory loss and issues related to Alzheimer's disease. Resources will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Excelsior Library. 55+ Library Open House Champlin Library Saturday, November 1, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Celebrate National Family Caregiver's Month! Check out the library’s computer classes and technology, large print and audio books, and learn about other services. Listen to talks on elder care and home care options, long term care insurance, health care directives, fitness and more. Sponsored by the Friends of the Champlin Library. Introduction to Digital Photography for Seniors Golden Valley Library Tuesday, November 4, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Tuesday, November 11, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Registration required, begins Oct 7. Register online or call 952.847.5475. Hands-on course where beginners can practice taking pictures with digital cameras (bring your own if you like) and learn how to transfer photos to computers for viewing and printing. Familiarity with computer and mouse desirable. Two-hour session, once a week for two weeks. Sponsored by the Friends of the Golden Valley Library. Senior Surf Day Oxboro Library Thursday, November 6, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Registration required, begins Oct 9. Register online or call 952.847.5775. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line™. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet, and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. First Pages: Start Your Memoir - For Writers 55 and Older Brookdale Library Monday, November 10, 10:30 a.m. Registration required, begins Oct 13. Register online or call 952.847.5600. Are you interested in writing a personal history, family history or just have a great story that needs to be told? Learn the basic elements and techniques of memoir writing and exercises to get you started. Presented in collaboration with the Loft Literary Center. Senior Surf Day Southdale Library Wednesday, November 12, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Registration required, begins Oct 15. Register online or call 952-847-5914. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. Senior Surf Day Wayzata Library Friday, November 14, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Registration required, begins Oct 17. Register online or call 952.847.6150. Get hands-on computer experience from representatives of the Senior LinkAge Line®. Learn computer basics, how to navigate and search the Internet and how to access websites of interest to seniors. Presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Board on Aging; Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. First Pages: Start Your Memoir - For Writers 55 and Older Southdale Library Tuesday, November 18, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Registration required, begins Oct 21. Register online or call 952-847-5914. Are you interested in writing a personal history, family history or just have a great story that needs to be told? Learn the basic elements and techniques of memoir writing and exercises to get you started. Presented in collaboration with the Loft Literary Center. Medicare Part D 2009: Which Plan is Right for You? Webber Park Library Tuesday, November 18, 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. A certified health insurance counselor from the Senior LinkAge Line® will provide information about Part D eligibility, enrollment, plan options, choosing a plan and low-income subsidy. Already enrolled? Learn about plan changes. Presented in collaboration with the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging. |
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