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Gathering and games
A gathering of adults ages 50+ to play games, go for a walk and connect. Brought to you by Age-Friendly Princeton: Creating a Community Center Without Walls. Now until May 29, 2024 on Mondays from 1 - 3 p.m. at the Princeton Evangelical Free Church, 12140 317th Ave NW. Other dates include Wednesdays from 1 - 3 p.m. at the following locations: Bethel Christian Reformed Church, 8938 33rd St. for the first and third Wednesdays and Senior Dining, 604 S 3rd St. for the second and fourth Wednesdays.
Princeton indoor walking
From now until May 29, 2024. Brought to you by Age-Friendly Princeton: Creating a Community Center Without Walls. The locations are open to the public and please wear clean, dry shoes. The following are the participating locations: Beyond Sport Princeton Fitness 607 S 2nd St. Monday - Thursday from 6 a.m. - 8 p.m., Friday. 6 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.. See staff for walking pass. Princeton Evangelical Free Church 12140 317th AVE NW Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.. Enter through the drive-up office entrance. Elevator to access gym if needed. Princeton Ice Arena 511 Ice Arena Drive Mondays - Fridays 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sign in upon entry. Two paths: one with stairs, one without. Princeton Middle and High Schools Mondays - Fridays 4 - 8 p.m. Purchase $10 pass for the season through Community Education.
Intro to the Power of Story class
Every year around this time people make New Year’s Resolutions to make positive changes in their lives. However, a research study found that 23 percent of people abandon those resolutions by the end of the first week of January, and 43 percent quit by the end of the month (Ohio State University). There’s a three-session class titled “Intro to the Power of Story” offered through Milaca Community Education on April 23 from 6 – 7:30 p.m., and May 7, 14, and 21 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. that instructs people on how to do it. To register, visit https://milaca.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getclass/category_id/-1/program_id/3.
Day trip to the Chanhassen Dinner Theater
Join Come Travel With Me for a day out at the Chanhassen Dinner theater to see “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” on June 5. A true story of Carole King’s remarkable journey from teenage songwriter to Rock & Roll Hall of Fame music legend & hear many of her greatest hits. This all-inclusive trip costs $117 and includes coach transportation, lunch (choice of entrée/meal, warm bread w/butter, coffee, tea or milk), show, sales tax, and gratuity. For more information or to register, contact Carline Sergant at 612-270-3403.
Day Trip to a MN Twins game
Join Come Travel With Me for a fun day at the ballpark watching the MN Twins take on the New York Yankees, Thursday, May 16. The cost of the trip is $87 and includes coach bus transportation and the ticket to the game (lower level/section 121, along 3rd base, in the shade, and only a few steps). Registration for the trip is due April 22 or until full. Contact Carline Sergant at 612-270-3403 to register or for more information.
National Day of Prayer
On Thursday, May 2, three locations in Milaca are hosting events for the National Day of Prayer. A continental prayer breakfast will be held from 7-8:30 a.m. at the Milaca Alliance Church at 12543 Highway 23. A prayer will be held from noon-1 p.m. at the Mille Lacs County Court House flag pole at 635 Second St. SE. A concert of prayer will be held from 7-8 p.m. at the United Methodist Church at 310 Third Ave. NW.
MHS Day of Service
Milaca High School is preparing for its annual Day of Service to take place on May 10 (if raining, May 13). The school is currently looking for community members to sign-up to have their outdoor spring clean-up needs taken care of by students and staff at no cost. Students and staff can complete ground-level projects at residential and/or commercial sites in Milaca. Homeowners are strongly encouraged to be on-site. Project requests are due no later than May 3. Contact Colleen Bell to sign-up or for more information at colleen.bell@milaca.k12.mn.us or 320-982-7221.
Princeton-Milaca Women’s Connect brunch
An all-inclusive brunch for $8 hosted by the Princeton-Milaca Women’s Connection will be held at the Milaca Methodist Fellowship Hall from 10 - 11:45 a.m. on Tuesday, May 14. The brunch will feature music by Norris Johnson, a special feature by Audrey Bowe on “My Hobby - Crochet,” and speaker Nancy Brydges from White Bear Lake on “The Challenge of New Beginnings.” For reservations or cancellations, contact Melissa Johnson at 320-469-0722. The event is affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries.
Grief Support Group
A six-week grief support group will meet from 1:00-2:30 pm on May 1, 8, 15, 29, June 5, and 12 at the Mille Lacs County Historical Depot. This group allows people who have experienced the death of a loved one to come together in a supportive environment and learn ways to cope with their loss. It is non-denominational and offered at no cost. For more information contact Carol Carling at 763-286-5330 or Julie Schoen at 763-389-5645.
Caregiver Support Group
Are you a caregiver? A new Caregiver Support Group will be starting in May. Please join us to share, connect, learn about available resources, and find support on your caregiving journey. This free group will be held from 1:00- 2:00 the second Monday of each month at Elim Oasis/Freshwaters Church 112 N. 7th Ave. Princeton. For more information call Julie Schoen at 763-389-5645. Respite available courtesy of Elim Oasis Adult Day. Call 763-631-1150 to reserve a spot.
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