May at the Senior Center

City of Eden Prairie, MN sent this bulletin at 04/25/2025 04:03 PM CDT

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May 2025

Sue Bohnsack and Josh Rockey

Notes from Sue and Josh

This month is all about acknowledging and appreciating the vibrant role seniors play in making Eden Prairie such a wonderful place to live. We're so proud to be a part of this May celebration with you!

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Senior Center Closed Monday, May 26, for Memorial Day

News and Updates

Shredding Event

Shred your unwanted, important papers to keep your identity safe! A shredding truck will be on-site Wednesday, May 14, from 10–noon. All are welcome. Two paper bags per person; no three ring binders or plastic bags. No need to register; just drive through the Senior Center back parking lot. Event takes place rain or shine.

Walking Club

Our walking club is moving outdoors in May. Join this fun, active group and walk your way to better health while meeting new people. The group meets Wednesdays, May 7–Aug. 27, from 5:30–6:30 p.m. View the 2025 Walking Club Schedule for meeting locations. All ages and abilities are welcome.

Deadline for June 25 Trip

Registration for the Split Rock Lighthouse and Gooseberry Falls tour ends May 20.

See all City news at edenprairie.org/News

Featured Activity in May

Cyber-Seniors Documentary

Senior Community Services presents a showing of Cyber-Seniors, a heartwarming and humorous documentary about seniors discovering the internet with teen mentors. The film follows their journey, highlighted by 89-year-old Shura's YouTube cooking tutorial and a subsequent spirited online competition revealing hidden talents and bridging generational gaps.

Registration deadline April 30.

Friday, May 2 | 10 a.m.–noon | Free | Code 371122

Register

EPPIA (Eden Prairie Professionals in Aging) presents Senior Resource Fair and Fun

Get ready for delightful entertainment, scrumptious cupcakes from Sammy’s Sweets, fun door prizes and helpful senior resources for good living. Hosted by EPPIA and Senior Center. Registration deadline May 8.

Thursday, May 15 | 1–4 p.m. | $10 | Code 371120

Location: Immanuel Lutheran Church, 16515 Luther Way, Eden Prairie

Register

Special Events and Programs

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for special events and programs. Events are free unless otherwise noted. Activities take place at (or depart from) the Senior Center unless otherwise noted.

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Special Events and Trips

Police K-9 Demonstration
Friday, May 2
3–4:30 p.m.

Cinco de Bingo
Monday, May 5
1:30–3 p.m.
$5
* REGISTER BY APRIL 28 *

Biking Club Season Kickoff
Tuesday, May 6
9–10 a.m.

Wine Club
Monday, May 19 (FULL)
4–5:30 p.m.
$5

Trivia Hour
Wednesday, May 21
3:30–4:30 p.m.

Senior Awareness Dinner
Thursday, May 22
4:30–6 p.m.
$14

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Lifelong Learning

Art at the Senior Center
10 a.m.–noon, $25

May Day Baskets
Thursday, May 1

Clay Flower Vase
Thursday, May 22

Cyber-Seniors Documentary
Friday, May 2
10 a.m.–noon
* REGISTER BY APRIL 30 *

Great Course: The Aging Brain
Mondays, May 5–July 21
9–9:30 a.m.

Senior Tech Help
Wednesdays, May 7, 21
4–4:30 p.m. or 4:30–5 p.m.

Why Is This So Hard?
Thursday, May 8
10–11:30 a.m.

Defensive Driver Course
Monday, May 19
5–9 p.m.
$24

See all activities at edenprairie.org/SeniorCenter

Ongoing Activities

Registration is NOT required for these weekly and monthly programs. Activities take place at the Senior Center unless otherwise noted.

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Senior Resources

Senior Technology Help

Need help with your phone, tablet or computer? Get friendly, one-on-one help with using your device, making video calls (like Zoom or FaceTime), staying safe online or fixing simple tech issues. You can even request a home visit, offered at no cost by Senior Community Services.

This offering takes place on the first and third Wednesdays of the month between 4–5 p.m. Sign up for your free 30-minute appointment.

Don't have a device? You can check out a laptop or tablet at the Senior Center!

See all resources at edenprairie.org/SeniorResources