Spring Lake Park Recreation WINTER / SPRING 2012 763-792-7201

NEW JOURNEYS is a publication of

Spring Lake Park Recreation Department 1301 81st Avenue NE

Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 763-792-7201

Director Marian Rygwall Program Supervisor Sharie Linke slinke@ci.spring-lake-park.mn.us

Program Supervisor John Angell Support Specialist Alice Prokott www.springlakeparkmn.com

On almost every day in March in Waba-sha, MN you can look toward the sky and view our majestic na-tional symbol: the American Bald Eagle. March is the peak month for watching eagles soaring, catching fish, nesting, screeching and chattering. Two sepa-rate observation decks at the National Eagle Center provide an incredible oppor-tunity for you to view the many eagles that call the Mississippi River around Wabasha their home throughout the entire year. You will have time to explore the center before attending an educational presenta-tion by a knowledgeable naturalist. You'll meet one of the resident eagles up close and personal and watch them feed on the delicacy du jour (usually a rodent). Before going to the Eagle Center, we'll make a couple of stops along the way to observe the eagles in their natural habitat. Then it's off to lunch at the Coffee Mill Golf Course where you'll enjoy a hearty meal of broasted chicken, salad, mashed potatoes, vegetable, beverage and dessert. After our Eagle Center adventure, we'll make a

brief stop at the LARK Toy Fac-tory, one of the largest inde-

pendent specialty toy stores in the country. With over 20,000 sq. ft. to explore,

children of all ages find delights old and new. You might even want to take a ride on the amaz-ing hand carved carou-

sel!

For over a quarter of a cen-tury, LARK Toys has offered

remarkable toys, most notably their own handmade heirloom wooden toys. They also offer won-derful handmade candies, unique children's books (perfect for that grandchild), lots of trinkets and gifts and more! We then head home, making a stop at a diner along our route known for their homemade pie for a little treat. Light walking. Reg-ister by 3/7/12. WHEN: Wednesday, March 21 TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. WHERE: Departs SLP City Hall FEE: $56/person (includes all

admissions, lunch, treats, deluxe Riley motorcoach, SLP tour escort.)

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Spring Lake Park Recreation is proud to be offering Defensive Driving Classes through the Minnesota Safety Council and taught by the retired Chief of the State Highway Patrol, Anne Beers. You will be very pleased with the quality and great learning experience of these classes. Classes are held at SLP City Hall, 1301 81st Avenue NE, Spring Lake Park. Please include your driver’s license number when registering. Limit 35. Pre-registration required. Classes fill quickly and pre-registration with payment is required.

8 hour Courses - $21.00/person This course is required for all adults 55 and over who wish to receive a mini-mum discount of 10 percent on their automobile insurance. Once you have completed the eight hour course, you must take a 4 hour refresher course every 3 years to maintain your discount. Sessions: Monday & Wednesday, February 13 & 15, 2012 6-10 p.m. Monday & Wednesday, April 23 & 25, 2012 6-10 p.m. 4 hour Refresher Courses - $19.00/person Every three years, you are required to take the 4 hour refresher course in order to maintain your discounted automobile insurance. Sessions: Tuesday January 24, 2012 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tuesday March 6, 2012 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Wednesday May 2, 2012 1 - 5 p.m.

CLUB 55 CARDS - Free! Join your friends and neighbors every Thursday afternoon for 500, refreshments and social time. WHEN: Thursdays, 1-3 p.m. (year-round) WHERE: SLP City Hall

SENIOR BINGO It’s Free! Every second and fourth Monday of the month enjoy BINGO at the Spring Lake Park City Hall! There’s no charge to have fun and maybe win a prize. WHEN: 2nd & 4th Mondays, Sept.-May, 1-3 p.m. WHERE: SLP City Hall

FUN FITNESS FOR SENIORS JOIN THE FUN! Certified Aerobic Instructor Vicki Schulte instructs a weekly low impact aerobics, stretching and toning class designed JUST FOR SENIORS!! WHEN: Wednesdays, Sept.-May, 9:30-10:30 a.m. WHERE: SLP City Hall FEE: $1.50/person/week

LEAVING A LEGACY What Every Senior Should Know About Estate Planning Join Attorney Chuck Roulette and discover how to make sure your wishes are carried out exactly as you want. Even if you have an es-tate plan or a living trust, new laws and often overlooked items make this a must-attend workshop. You won’t hear a bunch of legal mumbo jumbo, just straight talk. Subjects covered will include the differences between a will and a trust, what pro-bate is and how it works, planning for incapacity, long term care plan-ning, estate taxes and leaving a real legacy. Enjoy a continental break-fast while learning all about estate planning with plenty of time for questions and answers. Pre-registration required by 3/6/12. WHEN: Tuesday, March 13 TIME: 9-10 a.m. WHERE: Spring Lake Park City Hall FEE: $5/person (includes

seminar, materials and continental breakfast)

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This is a great opportu-nity to hone your wine

skills and enjoy a fun evening out with friends. Three seminars are offered in conjunction with Central Park Liquor in Spring Lake Park and all held at Broad-way Pizza in the lower level

at 8298 University Avenue in Fridley. You gain knowl-edge about food pairings with wines as offered by the featured presenter. Cheese, crackers, and fruit will be served, and there will also be chocolates to pair with the reds. If you’ve never paired chocolate with a red wine, you’re in for a treat! Pre-registration is required no later than one week prior to each seminar. Thursday, January 12, 2012 Around the World with Ste. Michelle Estates The seminar is presented by Randy Dobratz of Sainte Michelle Estates. Chateau Sainte Michelle is Washington State’s founding winery featuring award winning wines with some of the most acclaimed vineyards in the Colum-bia Valley.

Thursday, February 9, 2012 Old World Wines vs New World Wines Presented by Jason Ospina of Vinacopia Wines. Vinaco-pia strives to bring brands from all over the world into the marketplace that offer high quality and good value. (Vinacopia is a wholesaler – not a vineyard) Thursday, March 8, 2012 The Diversity of Sonoma County Presented by Kathy Jones of Heck Estates, a family owned operation. Heck Estates represents an exclusive portfolio of Sonoma County’s finest wine and spirit pro-ducers. Each winery is distinct in history and personality, and all are well known for producing varietals that reflect the unique characteristics and style of many of Califor-nia’s world-renowned appellations. TIME: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. WHERE: Broadway Pizza - Lower Level 8298 University Avenue Fridley, MN 55432 FEE: $15.00/person/seminar Pre-registration is required through the Spring Lake Park Recreation Department. Wine orders received at the seminars will be specially discounted for these events and available for store pickup the following Tuesday. All participants must be 21 years and older.

The health benefits of walking are numerous, including reduced risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and obesity. A good baseline for improving health and reducing the risk of chronic disease is 10,000 steps a day (2,000 steps is approximately 1 mile). Not everyone should start out trying to get 10K a day. Instead take a comfortable, gradual approach. Walking with other sen-ior strollers provides the added benefits of a valuable support network and new friendships. We'll meet at designated walking areas on the first and third Wednesdays of every month at 9:00 a.m. — May thru September. A detailed brochure is available online and at City Hall).

All outings are planned and escorted by Spring Lake Park Recreation Department staff. Cancellation policies: Refunds cannot be guaranteed after the registration deadline due to policies of attractions, restaurants and transportation establishments. Absolutely no refunds 72 hours or less prior to the outing date. PLEASE NOTE THAT MOST TOURS WILL FILL PRIOR TO REGISTRATION DEADLINE. *Also note that the amount of walking for tours is indicated. We currently don't accept credit card payments, but you may reserve a spot on an outing by calling 763-792-7201. Payments (check or cash) must be received within 72 hours of the reservation.

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CHARLEY’S AUNT AT THE GUTHRIE Sunday, January 8, 2012

We’ll start our morning with a light brunch at 11 a.m. at Spring Lake Park City Hall. Then it’s on to the beautiful Guthrie Theatre to see Charley’s Aunt, one of the

most popular British plays of the 19th Century and still widely regarded as one of the most sensational and entertaining farces of all time. Charley’s Aunt centers on two Oxford undergraduates in search of a chaper-one for a proper visit from their girlfriends. Jack and Charley manage to persuade fellow undergraduate, Fancourt “Babbs” Babberly to impersonate a million-aire aunt in this hilarious tale of unrequited love and preposterous deception. WE HAVE AWESOME SEATS! Register by 12/12/11. WHEN: Sunday, Jan 8, 2012 TIME: 11 a.m.-3:45 p.m. WHERE: Departs SLP City Hall FEE: $73/person (includes brunch, excellent

theater seats, motorcoach transportation and SLP guide)

REAL PIRATES: The Untold Story of the Whydah from Slave Ship to Pirate Ship Tuesday, March 6, 2012 We begin our day enjoying a pastry and coffee in the Science Museum Cafeteria. Then it's off to see the exhibit Real Pirates. In Real Pirates: The Untold Story of the Whydah from Slave Ship to Pirate Ship, you'll discover the perils and privileges of 18th cen-tury pirate life. Dive into the wreck of the Whydah to

discover the true stories of Captain Bellamy and his crew through more than 200 fascinating artifacts in the world's first exhibition of au-thentic pirate treasure! Touch real pirate gold and marvel at gold and silver coins from all over the world, cannons, swords, and pistols along with the ship's massive bell, and discover the ad-vanced technology that re-vealed these treasures to the modern world. After your pirate adventure, enjoy lunch on your own in the cafeteria and time to explore the other fine exhibits and the gift

shop. Your seafaring adventure doesn't end with the Real Pirates exhibition. At 2 p.m., in the Omni Thea-ter, you'll take a giant screen journey to some of the most exotic and isolated undersea locations on Earth, including South Australia, the Great Barrier Reef, and the Coral Triangle islands of Papua, New Guinea and Indonesia. You'll come face-to-face with some of the most mysterious and stunning creatures of the sea. Light Walking. Register by 2/17/12. WHEN: Tuesday, March 6, 2012 TIME: 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. WHERE: Departs SLP City Hall FEE: $46/person (includes morning pastry and

coffee, admission to special Real Pirates exhibit, all other science museum exhibits, Omni Theater, motorcoach transportation and SLP guide)

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TWIN CITIES MICROBREWERIES The New “Gourmet” Beverage Saturday, March 10, 2012 To beer lovers, microbrew-eries and brewpubs are a tiny slice of heaven. Micro-breweries focus on quality and diverse taste rather than low price and mass marketing. Brewpubs are restaurants or pubs that have a microbrewery on the premises. Today we’ll focus on the craft of brew-ing an excellent product … as individual as the brew master that crafted it. We’ll visit two small microbrew-eries in the Twin Cities area and complete our tour at the Summit Brewery in Saint Paul where you’ll have a tour and tasting. No worries about driving – just hop on the mini-bus and leave the driving to us! Relax and enjoy the journey. Lunch will be on your own at the funky Psycho Suzie’s which also features a vari-ety of microbrews. Must be 21 years or older to par-ticipate. Register by 2/27/12. Limited availability. WHEN: Saturday, March 10, 2012 TIME: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. WHERE: Departs SLP City Hall FEE: $38/person (includes snacks, brewery

tours, mini-coach, SLP tour escort) THE FOX ON THE FAIRWAY At Old Log Theater (plus backstage tour!) Thursday, March 15, 2012

Our lovely day begins with a delicious lunch at the Old Log Theater. Please select when reg-istering one of the fol-lowing entrees: Lemon Artichoke Chicken Breast with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Smoked Windsor Pork Chop , Walleye Pike Almandine, Beef Stroganoff or Vege-tarian Lasagna. After lunch enjoy the hilarious play "The Fox on the Fairway" starring the al-

ways funny Steve Schaffer. Bingham, the President of the Quail Valley Country Club, is in a difficult position when he discovers that the golfer he thought would

play for his club in the annual golf tournament has switched sides, recruited by his counterpart and op-ponent, and the huge bet he had foolishly wagered is now likely to be lost. Fortunately, he discovers that Justin is quite a good golfer and finagles his nomina-tion. Justin does not disappoint and has a huge lead, when close to its end the tournament is interrupted by bad weather. Much craziness ensues in this zany, extremely funny play — sure to make your day. After the play our group will stay in the theater for a 20 min-ute "Back Stage Tour" a privilege available to only one group a matinee! A few steps on tour. Register by 3/7/12 WHEN: Thursday, March 15, 2012 TIME: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. WHERE: Departs SLP City Hall FEE: $49/person (includes lunch, play, back-

stage tour, motorcoach transportation and SLP guide.)

MARK TWAIN'S MISSISSIPPI On the Minnesota Centennial Showboat Thursday, April 12, 2012 Mark Twain's Mississippi is a new musical based on Twain's auto-biographical book "Life on the Missis-sippi." Young Samuel Clem-ens leaves home to learn steamboat piloting in 1858 and in the process finds himself learning about life, all the while navigating his way from boy to man and from Samuel Clemens to Mark Twain. You will enjoy EXCELLENT seats in the showboat theatre. The production is pre-sented by five professional actors and three musi-cians from a new production company led by Tim Stoltz, part of the Stoltz Family that owns and pro-duces at the Old Log Theater. Before the play, you'll enjoy a delicious chicken breast lunch in the Show-boat Dining Room. Register by 3/27/12.

WHEN: Thursday, April 12, 2012 TIME: 10:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. WHERE: Departs SLP City Hall FEE: $54/person (includes play, lunch, motor-

coach transportation and SLP guide

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Intergenerational Outing Grandparents, Parents & Kids! HAWKS, EAGLES & OWLS-OH, MY! Saturday, April 28, 2012

This tour lets grandparents, parents and kids explore the world of raptors to-gether at the Audubon Center of the North-

woods! All birds of prey have certain characteristics in common, but each group (falcons, owls, hawks and eagles) have adaptations that

make them unique. We will explore these unique

adaptations through interac-tive activities and by meeting

three live raptors. We’ll wander through the vast grounds of the center and stop to see the resident raptors, including a Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, two American Kestrels, Eastern Screech Owl, Barred Owl and a Great Horned Owl. You’ll en-joy an included lunch in the lodge, too! On our way home, we’ll stop for a guided tour of the Northwest Fur Post. Step into the recreated world of 1804 where you can stop at the Ojibwe encampment and learn how the seasonal living of the Ojibwe changed when Europeans arrived. Meet a fur trade clerk who explains the system of barter that moved beaver fur from the hands of Indian hunters onto the heads of fashionable Europeans. Children must be accompa-nied by an adult. Register by 4/12/12. WHEN: Saturday, April 28, 2012 TIME: 9:00 a.m.-5 p.m. WHERE: Departs SLP City Hall FEE: $49/person (includes all admissions, lunch,

treats, deluxe Riley motorcoach, SLP tour escort)

CAPITAL CRIMES St. Paul's Gangster Musical! Thursday, May 10, 2012 It's 1932 — crime is running rampant, and St. Paul is the crime capital of the U.S.A.! Public Enemies like Alvin “Creepy” Karpis and the Ma Barker Gang have free rein thanks to a few shady deals and a truce of sorts between the cops and the criminals. But when J. Edgar Hoover and the FBI enter the picture, Karpis

and the Barker Gang are put on the run. It’s high stakes at the Hollyhocks Club Casino with great songs by Drew Jansen, dance numbers featuring G-men and Tommy guns, and a dose of dark humor that explores the crazy days of St. Paul’s infamous past. After the play enjoy a delicious lunch at the Cherokee Sirloin Room. Please indicate your choice of entrée when registering: 8 oz. top sirloin steak, small broiled Canadian walleye, barbecued pork ribs or chicken cordon bleu. Entrees include a salad, potato/rice, fresh rolls, choice of non-alcoholic beverage and des-sert. Register by 4/2/12.

WHEN: Thursday, May 10, 2012 TIME: 9:15 a.m.-2:30 p.m. WHERE: Departs SLP City Hall FEE: $55/person (includes play, lunch, motor-

coach transportation and SLP guide) A TOUCH OF COUNTRY CLASS Crafts, Wines and more! Saturday, May 19, 2012

Get your friends and coworkers together for a fun Saturday of shopping, eating and wine sipping! Every spring and fall, a ru-ral Waseca farm be-comes the venue for barns and barns full

of creative and very unique arts and crafts. You’re sure to find something you’ve never seen before! What a perfect way to spend a lovely spring day with friends. We’ll also enjoy a delicious included lunch and visit a family-owned winery for sampling and learn a little about the wine making process. On our way home, we’ll make another stop (or two) for yet another unique shopping experience. Casual walk-ing. Register by 5/12/12. WHEN: Saturday, May 19, 2012 TIME: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. WHERE: Departs SLP City Hall FEE: $54/person (includes all admissions, lunch,

treats, deluxe Riley motorcoach, SLP tour escort)

ECLECTIC SPRING MYSTERY TOUR Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Spring has Sprung!You’ll have a wide variety of experi-ences on this very eclectic outing — some inside and some outside. Make sure to dress appro-priately for the weather. You will enjoy a delicious lunch, gain a little

knowledge and have a fun social experience. But where are we going? Well, that’s a MYSTERY! One thing for sure – it’s not a casino. Casual walking. Register by 5/16/12. WHEN: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 TIME: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. WHERE: Departs SLP City Hall FEE: $49/person (includes all admissions, lunch,

treats, deluxe Riley motorcoach, SLP tour escort)

ROMAN HOLIDAY AT THE GUTHRIE Wednesday, August 8, 2012 More than 50 years since the endlessly charming Roman Holi-day captured the hearts of audiences worldwide, the Guthrie presents a dazzling new musical based on the iconic film, featuring a full scoring of unforgettable tunes by Cole Porter. In this irre-sistibly sweet romance, a radiant young princess is on a widely publicized European tour. When the demands of her offi-cial duties and rigorous schedule become too much to bear, she sneaks away to explore the Eternal City on her own. Disguising herself as a commoner and em-ploying a fictitious name, she meets an American newspaper reporter who feigns ignorance of her true identity to land an exclusive story. But his plan crum-bles as the couple tour one of the world's most ro-mantic cities and find themselves falling in love. With one of the most enchanting love stories of all time and soul-stirring music by one of the greatest American songwriters, stamped with the indelibly chic style of

the '50s, this magical musical is a sparkling, summery treat not to be missed. We have fantastic seats for this wonderful play. Before leaving for the theater, you’ll enjoy a delicious light supper at City Hall. Reg-ister by 7/8/12. WHEN: Wednesday, August 8, 2012 WHERE: Dinner and Bus Departure SLP City Hall TIME: 5:30 p.m. – Dinner 6:30-10:15 p.m. - Bus leaves FEE: $72/person (dinner, great seats for the play,

motorcoach transportation, SLP tour escort)

GET THE LATEST INFORMATION QUICKLY …

Don't miss out on outings and extended tours be-cause they've already filled up! Sign up for EMAIL UPDATES by sending Sharie an email at: slinke@ci.spring-lake-park.mn.us You can opt out of receiving emails at any time. We do NOT share your email address with any other agency. You will receive email updates approximately every 1-2 months.

Questions? Just give Sharie a call at 763-792-7232 or email.

JUST A LITTLE NOTE ABOUT PARKING …

When attending a SLP outing or extended tour, please park your car in the far east side of the parking lot. This allows visitors to City Hall to have easy access to the building throughout the day. Thanks so much!

4 Nights in Exciting New Orleans at Drury Inn and Suites just 4 blocks from French Quarter! Natchez Riverboat Jazz Dinner Cruise Guided Tour of New Or-leans featuring:

• Historic French Quarter

• Beautiful Garden District

• Jackson Square • U.S. Mint • "Cities of the Dead" • Bourbon Street &

More! WWII Museum - Exhibits and Beyond All Bounda-ries 4-D Cinematic Ex-perience Victory Belles Luncheon Show The French Market Free time in French Quarter Cajun Pride Swamp Tour and Lunch Cajun Dinner with Entertainment Laura Creole Plantation Tour Brett Family Performance in Branson All hotel accommodations Deluxe Comprehensive Travel Insurance 12 meals (7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners) Deluxe Riley Motorcoach transportation Professional SLP Tour Manager Luggage handling for one bag $100.00 deposit due upon registration. Final payment due March 5, 2012

PRICE PER PERSON: $1,259 double; $1797 single; $1,120 triple*

*please expect 2 double beds. Roll-away beds MAY be available at additional cost. For a detailed brochure on this tour, please contact Sharie at 763-792-7232.

• Old Town Albuquerque • Albuquerque City Tour • Indian Pueblo Culture • Sandia Peak Aerial

Tram • International Bal-

loon Museum • 3 nights Lake

Havasu Resort • Desert Diamond

Distillery • Jet boat tour on

Colorado River • Laughlin Gam-

ing • Tucson City Tour • Sabino Canyon

Tram Tour • Mission San Xavier

del Bac • Old Tucson Studios/

Dinner • Sedona Desert Museum • White Sands Monument • Tombstone • Bisbee - Old Mining Town • And much more! • All hotel/resort accommodations • Luggage handling for one bag • 18 meals: 13 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners • Deluxe Riley motorcoach transportation • Professional SLP Tour Manager • Included deluxe comprehensive travel insurance

through Travel Insured International (TII) • $100 deposit due upon registration. Final payment

due December 30, 2011.

PRICE PER PERSON: $1,859 double; $2,575 single; $1,649 triple*

*please expect 2 double beds. Roll-away beds MAY be available at additional cost. For a detailed brochure on this tour, please contact Sharie at 763-792-7232.

SPRING LAKE PARK RECREATION DEPARTMENT REGISTRATION FORM To register, please complete the form below and send it along with your check.

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We do not currently accept credit cards or online registrations but for your convenience and to insure space in a particular activity, you may reserve a space by calling 763-792-7201. Payments, however, are due within three days of making the reservation.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS … • Scenic views of Beautiful Lake Michigan and Lake Huron • Island Resort and Casino (Gaming, pool, sauna & whirlpool • High-speed Ferry Ride to Island • Welcome Dinner • 2 nights at the historic waterfront hotel on Mackinac Island • Mackinac Island Horse-drawn Carriage Tour • Elegant Grand Hotel Luncheon • Main Street’s Quaint Shops • Lovely Bavarian Town of Frankenmuth • 2 nights at Staybridge Suites Elkhart • Guided tour of Indiana Amish Country with local guide • Menno-Hof Amish Mennonite Interpretive Center • Amish Acres House & Farm Tour • "Plain & Fancy" in the Round Barn Theatre • Shipshewana downtown • Several included meals, deluxe motorcoach transportation, all hotel accommodations • Experienced Spring Lake Park Tour Manager and professional driver • Luggage handling for one bag • Deluxe Comprehensive Travel Insurance. • $100 deposit required with registration. Complete brochures will be available in early 2012.

Mark your calendar to make sure you don’t miss another outstanding Senior Safety and Wellness Fair with many new presenters and vendors! A deli-cious chicken lunch will again be served, and the price stays the same at $10.00/person. Watch for flyers and registrations forms in early 2012.

Spring Lake Park Recreation Dept. 1301 81st Avenue NE Spring Lake Park, MN 55432