News from the Steeple Center
Pizza & Trivia*
Tuesday, February 10, 11am-1pm
Cost: $15/person
Steeple Center, Assembly Hall
Register By: Tuesday, February 3
Doyoulovetrivia? Lovepizzaeven more? CometoourfirstannualPizza andTriviacontest! We’lldofive roundsofquestionscovering AmericanHistory,TVandMovies, Sports,MusicandBoardGames. Asa participant,you’llplaywithupto3 otherstoformteamsof4. We’ll configuretheteamsrightbeforewe start,butyoucanformyourown teamsaheadoftimeifyou’dlike. Smallprizeswillbeawardedfor winningteams. Getyourthinking capsonandjoinusforafun afternoon!
Intro to Mahjong*
Thursdays, February 19 & 26
10:00am-12:00pm
Cost: $10/person
Steeple Center, Room 202
Register By: Thursday, February 12
Joinusfortwo introductory sessionstolearn thebasicsofMah Jongfroman experienced instructor. Ifwe haveenough interestafter thesesessions,we’dliketoforma regular,weeklyMahJonggroup.All materialswillbeprovided.Limited space,sosignuptoday!
Viewers Like Us Club—“The Electric Indian”*
Tuesday, February 24, 10:00-11:30am Register By: February 23
Cost: FREE
TheViewersLikeUsClubisafreeand thoughtfullycuratedprogramfromTwinCities PBS(TPT)designedtobringadultstogether aroundmeaningfulmedia.It’slikeatraditional bookclubbutswapsoutthelatestbest-selling novelwithaward-winningprogramsfromyour localPBSstation.Thesessions,ledbya facilitator,aredesignedtosparkconversation,encouragereflection,andfoster communityconnection.ParticipantswillalsoenjoyalightsnackandTwinCities PBS-brandedgiveaways!
“The Electric Indian”: HenryBoucha'sstorycanbreakyourheartifyoudon't lookhardenough.Hisstoryisoneofstruggle,tragedy,andtriumph.Thefilm followsBoucha'sjourneyfromhighschoolhockeystandouttoOlympic medalist;fromprofessionalstardomtocrushingdefeat;andfromstruggleto healing.
*Requires pre-registration. Please see page 2 for registration options.
THE STEEPLE CENTER
Welcome readers to the “News from the Steeple Center”, a publication for 55 plus/seniors in the Rosemount community. The Steeple Center houses the majority of the programs and events for those 55 plus. Programs are offered by the City of Rosemount Parks & Recreation Department.
Steeple Center Hours :
Monday-Thursday: 8:30am 3:30pm Friday: 8:30am-12pm
Evenings & Weekends: Based on Scheduled Events
To register for a program:
• Register online at www.rosemountmn.gov/parks
• Drop off a completed registration form and payment at the Steeple Center during normal hours.
• In person at the Parks & Rec office in the lower level of City Hall
ONGOING ACTIVITIES & SOCIAL CLUBS
Puzzle & Book Exchange
Open during building hours
Bridge Room 100
Mondays, 9 a.m.
Bring $0.50 for prize money
500 Room 100
Mondays, 12:30 p.m.
Bring $0.50 for prize money
Bid Euchre Room 100
Tuesdays, 9 a.m.
Bring $0.50 for prize money
Hand and Foot Room 100
Tuesdays, 1 p.m.
Canasta Room 100
Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m.
Minnesota Aging Pathways (Formerly Senior LinkAge Line)
1-800-333-2433
Free information and referral service that makes it easy for older adults and their families to find community resources close to home.
MN Aging & Disability Resources mn.gov/adresources/
Search here for services that help older Minnesotans and people with disabilities. Covers resources such as caregiving, assistive technology, end of life planning, financial help and much more.
Transportation Services:
• 651-602-5465 Transit Link
• 651-602-1111 Metro Mobility
Bingo Room 100
3rd Wednesday, 1 p.m.
Bring 6 quarters for prize money
Card Bingo Room 100
4th Wednesday of the month, 1 p.m.
3 nickels, 3 dimes, 3 quarters, $1 bill
Cribbage Room 100
Thursdays, 9 a.m.
Double Pinochle Room 100
Thursdays, 12:30 p.m.
Bring $1 for prize money
Euchre Room 100
Fridays, 9 a.m.
Bring $0.50 for prize money
AREA SERVICES
DARTS
651-455-1560 General Service
DARTS staff and volunteers can help with everything from household chores or accomplishing daily errands to enjoying the company of a visitor.
GAPP Transportation
952-953-9299
Provides door to door transportation for people in Dakota County with priority for medical, dental and social services.
SNAP Outreach
651-307-9033
Second Harvest Heartland offers free programs to help ease your food budget.
Needlework Group Room 202
Mondays, 1 p.m.
Open Painting Group-Room 202
1st, 2nd,4th Tuesdays, 10a.m. 3p.m.
Craft Club Room 202
3rd Tuesday of the month, 1 p.m.
Quilting Group Room 202
1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.
Woodcarving Club Room 202
Mondays & Fridays, 9 a.m.
Book Club Room 200
3rd Fridays, 10 a.m.
Steeple Service Crew Offsite
Monthly Volunteer Opportunities
Meals on Wheels
612-623-3363
Meals on Wheels offers weekday home delivery of nutritious, hot midday meals on a short or long-term basis.
Nutrition Assistance Program for Seniors (NAPS)
651-484-8241
Provides a free 35 lb box of food each month to qualifying seniors.
Help at Your Door
651-642-1892
Grocery delivery service orders can be placed over the phone or online. EBT payments/SNAP benefits are accepted. Sliding scale fee based on household size and income.
February 2026
8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Bridge 9:00 Woodcarving 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 500 1:00 Needlework 1:00 Meditation* 3
9:00 Bid Euchre 10:00 Open Painting 11:30 Luncheon* 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga* 4 8:30 Tax Aide 9:30 Canasta 11:00 Quilt Club
8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 6:00 Steeple Service Crew Project Explore Valentine’s Dance* 7 9
8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Bridge 9:00 Woodcarving 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 500 1:00 Needlework 1:00 Meditation* 10
9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga* 2:30 Pound Fitness*
9:00 Bid Euchre 9:00 Medicare Counseling^ 10:00 Open Painting 11:00 Pizza & Trivia* 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga* 11 8:30 Tax Aide 9:30 Canasta 1:00 Heart Shaped Jewelry Class* 12 9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 10:15 Murder Mystery Luncheon* 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga* 2:30 Pound Fitness* 13 8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 7:00 John Denver Tribute Concert** 14 16
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CENTER
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9:00 Bid Euchre 9:00 The Foot Nurse^ 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga* 1:00 Craft Club* 18
8:30 Tax Aide 9:30 Canasta 11:00 Quilt Club 1:00 Bingo* 19
9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 10:00 Intro to Mahjong* 11:00 Dementia Support Group^^ 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga* 2:30 Pound Fitness* 20
8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 10:00 Book Club 21 23
8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Bridge
9:00 Woodcarving
9:30 SAIL Fitness
12:30 500 1:00 Needlework 1:00 Meditation* 1:00 Free Movie
Monday 24
9:00 Bid Euchre 10:00 Open Painting 10:00 Viewers Like Us Club* 1:00 Hand & Foot 1:00 Yoga* 25
8:30 Tax Aide 9:00 Advisory Committee Meeting 9:30 Canasta 12:00 The Foot Nurse^ 1:00 Card Bingo 26
9:00 Cribbage 9:30 SAIL Fitness 10:00 Intro to Mahjong* 12:30 PHD/UFO** 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Yoga* 2:30 Pound Fitness* 27
8:30 Donated Bread 9:00 Euchre 9:00 Woodcarving 28
*Advanced registration required, see page 2 for options
^ Appointment required, see pages 7-8
^^ Pre-screening required, see page 7
Check Monitors and Room Schedules at the Steeple Center for Activity Locations!
Rosemount Area Seniors Information
Monthly Luncheon*
Tuesday, February 3
Register By: January 27
$15 for members/$17 for non-members
11:30am Lunch
12:15pm Entertainment Assembly Hall
Joinusforadeliciousmealwithstuffed chickenbreast,sidesanddessertcateredby HouseofCoates.Theafterlunch entertainmentwillbemagicianMarkus Clegg. Pre-registrationandpaymentis required. Registrationoptionsarelistedon pagetwo.
500 Tournament
Friday, January 16, 7:00pm Steeple Center, Room 100
$1/person
Knowledgeableplayersofall agesarewelcome. Registrationstartsat6:45p.m. andplaybeginsat7pmsharp! Thecostis$1,whichisusedas prizemoney.
Sunshine Service
Please contact Alan Kohls at 952-2016735, if you know of an RAS member who could use a little “Sunshine” greeting.
2026 RAS Membership
It’sstillnottoolatetorenewyourRAS Membershipfor2026! Formscanbe foundattheSteepleCenter. Once completed,returnthemwithpaymentto thedropboxattheSteepleCenter,oryou canalsoskiptheformandrenewyour membershiponlineat rosemountmn.gov/parks.
Parks & Rec Programs
AARP Senior Tax Aide
Wednesdays, February 4 April 8
8:30am 1:30pm
APPOINTMENTS REQUIRED
WeareexcitedtobeabletoofferthisprogramattheSteepleCenteragainthisyear! Ifyouwouldliketo makeanappointment,pleasecontactRosemountParks&Recreationat651-322-6000duringbusiness hours(Monday-Friday,8am-4:30pm)startingonJanuary5thandleaveyournameandphonenumber. AnAARPTaxAidevolunteerwilllaterreachoutintheorderwereceivedyourcalltoactuallyschedule anappointmentandprovidepertinentinformationonwhichdocumentswillbeneeded.Thiscallwill comefrom651-447-5318. PleaseallowtimeforthevolunteertocontactyouanddonotcallParks& Recmultipletimesorseekanappointmentelsewherewhilewaiting.
*If you have a tentative appointment that Tax-Aide made for you when you did taxes with us last year, you don't need to call. You will receive an email or call when the tentative appointment is confirmed in mid to late January.
*Requires pre-registration. Please see page 2 for registration options.
Parks & Rec Programs
Heart Shaped Necklace Jewelry Class*
Wednesday, February 11, 1:00-3:00pm
Steeple Center, Room 202
Cost: $15/person
Register By: Monday, February 9
Duringthisclassyouwilllearnthebasicsofmakingjewelrybymakingtwodifferent beautifulpiecestowearandenjoy. Wewillusepaintskinstocreateonepairofpost earringsandaheartshapednecklace(chainincluded). Manydifferentskinswillbe availabletouse,soeachpiecewillbeunique. Thecostofallofthematerialusedforthe classisincludedintheclassfeeandthematerialsareallhypoallergenic. Theclasswillincludea demonstrationofhowpaintskinsarecreatedbutstudentswillNOTactuallycreateanyskinsduringthe class. TaughtbyChrisThompson.
Therapy Dog Visit
Friday, February 27, 10:00-11:00am
Cost: FREE
Steeple Center, Room 200
Callingalldog lovers! Oneofour membersAmywillbe herewithhercertified therapydog,Dixie,a4yearold8-lbshihtzu, andwewelcomeyouto comeforavisit. Thisisa greatwaytobeatthe winterblues,asvisits withtherapydogscan providemanybenefits suchasreducedanxiety, improvedmood,and enhancedoverallwell-being.
Pound Fitness*
Thursdays: February 5 26
Register By: 1 WEEK Prior to Session
Cost: $30/session (4 classes)
Steeple Center, Room 200
Designedforallfitnesslevels(anyage,anystage!).Very easytomodify,Pound®RockoutWorkoutisacardiojam sessioninspiredbytheinfectious,energizingfunof playingthedrums!Becomethemusicinthisexhilarating workoutthatcombinescardio,conditioningandstrength trainingwithyogaandPilates-inspiredmovements. UsingRipstix®,lightlyweighteddrumsticksengineered specificallyforexercise,thisworkouttransforms drummingintoanincrediblyeffectivewayofworking out.Thedrumminghelpswithtiming,coordination, speed,agility,enduranceandmusicality.Thisworkout providestheperfectatmosphereforlettingloose,getting energized,improvingyourhealthandrockingout.Come joinus!Bringawaterbottleandyogamat,ifdesired. ChairsandRipstix®provided.
Upcoming Trips & Outings
Murder Mystery Luncheon*
Thursday, February 12
Registration Deadline: Monday, January 12
Cost - $100/person
Bus leaves Community Center at 10:15am and returns at approximately 2:15pm ThistripwilltakeyoutothetinyvillageofAfton,wherewewillvisitthehistoricAftonHouseInnoverlooking theSt.CroixRiverValley. Builtin1867,theAftonHouseInnisenrichedinhistoryandprovidestheperfect settingforamurdermystery! Uponarrival,youwillreceiveyourpartfortheplay(note:youcanbean onlookerorparticipant). Intheprocessofremovingsuspicionfromyourself,youquestionorpointtoothers withmotiveandopportunity. Duringthesetwohoursoflaughterandmysterysolving,youwillbeserveda deliciousluncheon. Themenuincludes:rosemaryroastedporkloinwithgarlicmashedpotatoes,arosemary deminglaze,freshvegetables,rolls&butter,coffeeorteaanddessert. Afterthemysteryissolved,takeafew minutestolookaroundthehistoricpropertyandcheckoutsomeoftheB&Broomsifnotoccupied,whichare furnishedwithheritagepiecesanddecoratedwithcozyamenities.
Parks & Rec Programs
Steeple Center Book Club
Friday, February 20, 10:00am
Book Title: “All You Have to Do Is Call” by
Kerri Maher
Callingallbooklovers! Wearepartnering upwiththeRobertTrailLibrarytooffera bookclubrighthereattheSteepleCenter.
Craft Club*
Tuesday, February 17, 1:00pm
Register By: February 10
Cost: $8/person
Project: Irish Mason Jars
Joinusforafunafternoon ofcrafting!Suppliesand toolswillbeprovided,and afacilitatorwillbepresent toleadtheproject. Please notethatpicturesare examplesonly;actual projectswillvary.
Gentle Stretch & Meditation*
Mondays: Feb 2- March 2 (skip 2/16)
Register By: 1 WEEK Prior to Session
Cost: $30/session (4 classes)
Thisclassfocusesonrelaxationand stretching,withallposesperformedonthe mat,sothere'snoneedtostand. Instructor LoriKampawillhelpyouexploregentle, restorativeposesincorporatingfocused breathing,mindfulness,andmeditation. Theseposessupportyournervoussystem, calmyourmind,andenhanceflexibilityby lengtheningmusclesandimprovingyour rangeofmotion.Meditationimproves cognitivefunction,helpingtokeepyour brainhealthyandsharpasyouage. Every posehasmodifications,soeveryoneis welcome.
Yoga*
Tuesdays: February 3 24
Thursdays: February 5—26
Register By: 1 WEEK Prior to Session
Cost: $30/session (4 classes)
Steeple Center, Room 200
JoininstructorsStaceyPopp(Tuesdays) andLoriKampa(Thursdays)forthis50+ yogaclass. Properbreathingandgentle postureswillbetaughttoenhancestrength andmobility. Chairsareavailableandcan beusedtoadaptposesforyourcomfort. Theclassenvironmentwillhelppromote peaceful,joyfulandhealthyindividuals. Participantsareencouragedtobringtheir ownmats.
Free Movie Monday: “Nickel Boys”
Monday, February 23, 1pm
Assembly Hall
“NickelBoys”isapowerful historicaldramathatfollows theharrowingexperiences oftwoAfrican-American boysatareformschoolin 1960sFlorida. Basedonthe 2019novelbyColson Whitehead.Closed captioningwillbeturnedon.
National Hot Chocolate Day
Thursday, January 29, 1:30 2:30pm
Cost: FREE!
Escapethewinterbluesandcozyupnext tothefireplaceinthelobbywherewewill becelebratingNationalHotChocolateDay! Wewillhaveahotchocolatebarsetup withfuntoppingstochoosefrom.
*Requires pre-registration. Please see page 2 for registration
Programs & Reminders
The Foot Nurse
3rd Tuesday, 9am-12pm
4th Wednesday, 12-3:30pm
$75/30-minute clinic visit
Appointments Required
MobileFootCarebyRegisteredNursesoffered righthereattheSteepleCenter! Theywilltrim toenails,managefungalnails,reducecorn/callus, andprovidediabeticfootcare.Appointmentsare required. Callthemat651-829-3944orschedule onlineatthefootnurse.net.
Dementia Support Group
Third Thursdays , 11am 12pm FREE!
Thissupportgroupforpeoplewith early-stagedementiaandtheir caregiversprovidesinformation, resourcesandsupportdirectlytotheperson impacted. Alzheimer’sAssociationsupportgroups, conductedbytrainedfacilitatorsareasafeplace forpeoplewithdementiatodevelopasupport system,exchangepracticalinformationonliving wellwithdementia,learnaboutcommunity resources,andtalkthroughissuesandconcerns. All participants in the early-stage support group must go through a pre-screening process by calling the Alzheimer Association’s 24/7 Helpline at 1.800.272.3900. Sponsoredby DARTSandtheAlzheimer’sAssociation.
Steeple Service Crew Volunteer Opportunity*
Project Explore Valentine’s Dance
Friday, February 6, 6:00-9:30pm Areyoulookingforafunwaytocelebrate Valentine’sDay? ComejointheSteepleService CrewaswehelpoutthewonderfulfolksatProject ExplorewiththeirannualValentine’sDance. This organizationisaCommunityEdprogramthat servesadultswithdisabilities.We'llhandout snacks,pickuptrashandwatchtomakesureallthe partygoersaresafewhilecelebrating. Theevent willbeatValleyMiddleSchool(900GardenView Drive,AppleValley).Wearyourcomfyshoessince we'llbeonthemovethatnight! Transportationon yourown.
Rosemount Area Arts Council (RAAC) Events
TheRosemountAreaArtsCouncil (RAAC)hostsmanyexcitingevents attheSteepleCenterthatyoucan takeadvantageof. Ticketscanbe purchasedonlineatRAAC’swebsite www.rosemountarts.com,atthe SteepleCenterduringtheirBox OfficeHours(Mondays10am-12pm, Tuesdays9-11amandThursdays13pm),oratthedoor.
Upcoming Events:
• John Denver Tribute by Layne Yost Group $35
Friday,February13th,7pm
ThemusicofJohnDenveristimelessandwellknown. LayneYost's"TributetotheMusicofJohnDenver"isa faithfultributethatpayshomagetothemusicandthe man.Yost,JonShimoda(bass)andCarolMcDowall (fiddle)capturethesimplesoulofDenver'smusic throughguitar,fiddle,anduprightbassarrangements. Wovenwithinthemusicarestoriesthatgiveinsightinto Denver'slifeandlegacy. Awonderfulshowthatwilltake youbackandremindyouofsimplethingsthatremain true.
RAAC’s UFO and PHD Group:
ThePHD/UFO(ProjectsHalfDone/UnfishedObjects) groupisnotacraftsgroup,butpeoplewhoenjoy creatingworksofartinvariousFibermediums. The typesofworkinvolvequilting,embroidery,woolwork, needlepoint,crossstitch,hardanger,knitting,crocheting, crewel,woolfeltingandanyothertypesoffiberart. Peoplejointhegroupnotonlytoworkontheirprojects buttolearnfromothers,showofftheirfinishedwork, andtosocialize.
Thereisnofeetojointhegroupnordoesonehavetobe aRAACmember. Anyonecancomeandjointhegroup andbringtheirPHD/UFOswiththem. Welovetoseethe differentfinishedprojectsandlearnnewtechniquesthat othersareusing. Forquestions,pleasecontactJean Crewson,952-994-1480orjccrewson@@gmail.com. The group will meet on Thursdays from 12:303:30pm in Room 202.
RAS Advisory Committee
• JoyBester,952-484-7287
• ChrisFranke,952-431-6364
• DeanGrotjohn,952-431-5431
• MarilynHead,719-684-4994
• KenJax,612-708-2030
• GinnyKaiser,612-247-0892
• RosannSowada,952-432-9378
RosemountParks&Rec
Main Office: 651-322-6000
Stephanie Baumann: 651-322-6016
SC Building Attendant: 651-245-0171
Medicare Insurance Counseling
2nd Tuesdays: 9am, 10:15am, 11:30am
Appointments Required—FREE!
DoyouhavequestionsaboutMedicare, Supplement/Medigap,andAdvantageplans?We provideMedicareCounselinginyourareatothose whocurrentlyhaveMedicare,arenewtoMedicare, orareplanningforthefuture.Atnocost,we provideunbiasedinformationaboutthedifferent partsofMedicare,youroptions,andwaysto potentiallyloweryourMedicarecosts.Interpreters arealsoavailableuponrequest.Ifyouhave questions,wehaveanswers! Schedulean appointmentbyvisiting trellisconnects.org/ medicareappt (preferred),byusingtheQRcode, orcalltheSeniorLinkAgeLineat1-800-333-2433.
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