So you want to be an actor, or maybe you have acted in the past and want to re-explore that skill. There are all kinds of opportunities to Act Up in Minnesota. Here are just a few ideas.

BRAVE NEW WORKSHOP THEATRE
2605 Hennepin Ave. S., Minneapolis
612-332-6620
www.bravenewworkshop.com
With more than 250 students weekly, and dozens of outreach and community programs, the Brave New Institute is one of the leading schools for improvisation on the planet. They offer improvisation classes, comedy sketch writing, music classes, guest workshops, acting workshops, advanced acting programs and more.

COMMONWEAL THEATRE
208 Parkway Ave. N., Lanesboro
1-800-657-7025
www.commonwealtheatre.org
Offering year-round opportunities to all ages with a desire to know more about theatre. Elder Hostel is a one-week course offered to interested seniorsin May and October. Students are exposed to all the elements that work together to bring a play from the page to the stage. Or turn a night at the theatre into an educational experience courtesy of Theatre With Friends program offering group discount tickets, study guides, plus pre and post show workshops with the cast.

GALLERY THEATRE COMPANY
Bloomington Art Center
1800 W Old Shakopee Rd,Bloomington
www.bloomingtonartcenter.com
952-563-8587
The Art Center’s theater program, the Gallery Theatre Company offers the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community theatre program in a state-of-the-art facility. Call or check website for audition information.

LAKESHORE PLAYERS
4820 Stewart Ave, White Bear Lake
651-426-3275
www.lakeshoreplayers.com
Providing enrichment opportunities for our community through the performing arts. Lakeshore Players auditions are open to all—many actors got their start here, you can too. Auditions for the next show are generally held soon after the opening of a production. No experience necessary, but we do insist you have a passion for theatre, lots of energy, time to rehearse, and the willingness to be part of a creative team. Plus opportunities for volunteering abound—from set construction to costume assistant to backstage crew.

LEX-HAM COMMUNITY PLAYERS
Performances & Classes held at various St. Paul venues
651-644-3366
651-293-8811 – adult classes
www.lexhamarts.org/theater
Lex-Ham Community Theater strives to help build community by involving people across generations and walks of life with each of its productions. All of its shows have provided people with little previous experience an opportunity to be on-stage or work off-stage side by side with those who have more experience. Plus the theatre offers classes for adults on a variety of aspects of theater for both the beginner and the more advanced actor. Additionally, an informal reading series of Pulitzer Prize winning plays and Shakespeare works are held in homes and include a pot-luck supper. 

PHIPPS CENTER FOR THE ARTS
109 Locust St., Hudson, WI
715-386-2305
www.thephipps.org
Offers an eclectic mix of creating, producing, presenting and exhibiting expression. Educational offerings welcome persons of all skill levels in the arts. Programming takes place at the Center and at sites throughout the region. Have you ever wanted to try your skills at something new? Now is your chance to sign up for classes in the performing arts, music and visual arts.

STEVIE RAY’S IMPROV COMEDY
The Calhoun Arts Building
711 West Lake Street, Suite 304 (3rd Floor), Minneapolis
612-825-1832
www.stevierays.org
Since 1989 Stevie Ray's has trained thousands of people. Some students are interested in developing their talents for the stage, others are seeking personal or professional growth, others just want to have fun. No matter what your reason, there is a class for you. New improv and stand-up classes start year round and are open to anyone, regardless of experience or background.

THEATRE IN THE ROUND PLAYERS
245 Cedar Ave., Minneapolis, MN
612-333-2919 ext. 4
www.theatreintheround.org
Providing challenging, engaging, and disciplined opportunities for avocational artists, technicians, and aspiring professionals of all ages. Auditions are open to anyone in the community. All roles are unpaid and none are pre-cast. Find audition details for upcoming shows online or call for information.

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Want to play an instrument, sing, or just ham it up? Here are some great ideas.

MACPHAIL CENTER FOR THE ARTS
501 S. 2nd Street, Minneapolis, MN
612-321-0100
612-767-5438 New Horizons
www.macphail.org
MacPhail Center for the Arts strives to be the best comprehensive community resource for education and performance experiences in the musical arts for people of all ages, abilities and economic circumstances. They fulfill their mission through a variety of music lessons, performances, master classes and many other opportunities. The New Horizons Band and Orchestra program, offered through MacPhail is designed specifically for people 55+ who are interested in music, new friends and fun! Dust off the instrument that you haven’t played since high school or learn to play something new, even if you have no musical experience! Learn how to play and enjoy the company of others who also love to make music.

THE MINNESOTA POLICE PIPE BAND
612-280-5351
www.mppb.org
The Minnesota Police Pipe Band offers piping and drumming instruction of the highest quality in the Twin Cities area. In order to introduce a broad range of people to instruments boasting a rich cultural heritage, the lessons are free. A law enforcement affiliation is not required. Instruction is provided for the bass, snare and tenor drums and for the Great Highland bagpipe, plus Drum Major.The band meets on Tuesday evenings in South Minneapolis. Lessons are scheduled from 6-6:45 p.m. Beginning classes are scheduled quarterly (next session begins Sept. 16, 2008) and continue through a two-year instruction.

SCHMITT HOME ORGAN MUSIC MAKING CLASSES
Cobblestone Court, 14150 Nicollet Ave. S, Burnsville
952-435-3590
2436 Cleveland Ave N, Roseville
651-636-5614
www.schmittmusic.com
Schmitt Music offers a 10-week Home Organ Music Making class especially for 50+ adults. Enjoy playing many of your Big Band favorites – beginners welcome. Ten 1-hour weekly classes for $19.95 – all materials included.Call for dates and times.

SWEET ADELINES INTERNATIONAL
Local chapters in Richfield, New Hope, Forest Lake, White Bear Lake and Stillwater
763-682-0350 - Marla Crowley
mutt57@juno.com.
www.sweetadelineintl.org
This worldwide organization of women singers is committed to advancing the musical art form of barbershop harmony through education and performances. This independent, nonprofit music education association is one of the world's largest singing organizations for women.

THE SAINT PAUL CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC
29 East Exchange St.
St. Paul, MN 55101
651-224-2205
www.thespcm.org
The Saint Paul Conservatory of Music in its new downtown location provides wonderful musical opportunities for adults. Share the excitement of music by singing, playing or listening. Individual instruction and ensemble opportunities are offered for piano, strings, winds, recorder and voice for all levels, from beginning to advanced.  Or try the summer Boot Camp abbreviated courses for adults, designed to give you a taste of the instrument you've been pining to play without locking you into a long-term commitment.

VOCALESSENCE
1900 Nicollet Ave., Minneapolis
612-547-1451
www.vocalessence.org
VocalEssence reaches out to the community through many educational partnerships and by offering opportunities for enrichment to adults, choral professionals and composers. The VocalEssence Elder Learning program Interactively explores featured music of selected concerts in partnership with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the U of M. For more information, contact Director of Community Engagement, Kimberly Meisten, at 612-547-1456 (kmeisten@vocalessence.org).

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Do you have dancing feet, or just want to kick up your heels and have a good time? There are all kinds of movement classes and opportunities available in the Twin Cities.

BLOOMINGTON SWIRLERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB
Hillcrest School, 9301 Thomas Road, Bloomington
bloomingtonswirlers.org
Learn to Square Dance. Attend progressive square dances one night a week where you learn a few new dance calls and enjoy putting them to use. You will be dancing with other new dancers and will be assisted in the learning process by an experienced square dance caller and a very friendly group of angels (experienced club dancers). The first dance is FREE! For more information please call Bob and Jan Beranak at 612-869-1115.

CINEMA BALLROOM
1560 St Clair Ave, St Paul
651-699-5910
www.cinemaballroom.com/
Cinema Ballroom teaches dancing using any combination of private lessons, group classes or coaching. Plus, every Sunday, 7-10 pm, dance to the live music of Jerry O’Hagan & his Orchestra.Waltz, swing, tango, foxtrot, rumba and bring back the ballroom days of yesterday!

HAUSER DANCE – DANCE FOR THE AGELESS
Hauser Dance, 1940 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis
612-871-9077
www.mnartists.org/hauser_dance2
This class for active older adults (50 through 70) emphasizes the pleasure of moving as well as simple corrective body work, incorporating a gentle pilates and yoga based warm-up. Experience a free 9 am sample class at the Hauser Dance Open House held on September 6, 2008 prior to the start of the fall session.

KAIROS DANCE THEATRE
612-927-7864
www.kairosdance.org
This nineteen-member dance company’s performers range in age from six to ninety-one years old and has as its mission to share the joy of dance and nurture the creativity of people of all ages, abilities and experiences. The work draws upon modern dance, movement improvisation, folk dance and oral history traditions from around the world, and the lives of inspiring people. Performances are interactive and include opportunities for audience members of all ages to dance with us. Many are offered free of charge. All are welcome! Open rehearsals are held most Monday evenings at the Loring Park Community Center, located at 1382 Willow Street in Minneapolis. Guests are always welcome!

MINNESOTA DANCE THEATRE & THE DANCE INSTITUTE
528 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis
612-338-0627
www.mndance.org
Ballet classes are offered for adult students from all walks of life that wish to enjoy the physical and aesthetic benefits of dance. Ballet is taught at beginning, intermediate and advanced levels, and adult students are able to design their own schedule on a per class basis. Classes provide opportunities for exercise, stretching and toning of the body, and an appreciation of dance as an art form in a noncompetitive atmosphere. Jazz & Modern class offered as workshops.

SQUARE DANCE FEDERATION OF MINNESOTA
www.squaredanceminnesota.com           
Come try out this great way to get exercise, meet new friends and have fun! The Square Dance Minnesota website offers information and contact numbers for the numerous Twin Cities and regional clubs in the Federation. All offer low cost Square and Round Dancing lessons for beginners.

TAPESTRY FOLKDANCE CENTER
3748 Minnehaha Ave., S., Minneapolis
612-722-2914
www.tapestryfolkdance.org
Since 1983, Tapestry Folkdance Center has provided opportunities to participate in the joys of dance and music from around the world. Classes and workshops are offered for Swing, International Folk Dancing, Contra, Scandinavian and English Country Dancing. Dancers with all levels of experience are welcome. Practice your new skills at the monthly First Saturday Night Swing Dance with live music!

TRIPLE T SQUARE DANCE CLUB
910 County Road D West, Shoreview
763-502-8898
www.tripletdance.com
Modern American Square Dance is not what you learned in school! Learn with Triple T Square Dance Club. Enjoy a low impact exercise, life-long recreational enjoyment, friendships that span most all boundaries, no age limitations and have lots of fun! Tuesday nights, 7-9 pm.

ZENON DANCE COMPANY
528 Hennepin Ave., #400, Minneapolis
612-338-1101
www.zenondance.org
Zenon’s dance school – seeded in modern and jazz dance – has blossomed into an eclectic venue for learning ballet, tap, breakdance, hip-hop, yoga, funk, African and contemporary fusion courses such as jazz/funk and Afro/modern, that reflect the trend in merging genres. The adult dance program offers four sessions of classes per year (each lasting approximately ten weeks). The school's faculty consists of approximately thirty-five of the area's leading teachers, dancers, and choreographers.

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Writing the next great American novel, or just want to jot down your memoirs? There are lots of places to help you get started.

SASE – THE WRITE PLACE
(now merged with Intermedia Arts)
2822 Lyndale Ave S., Minneapolis
612-871-4444
www.saseonline.org
Through classes, workshops, readings and mentorship programs, SASE provides a stimulating environment for writers at all levels of development, including youth and adults, and offers the public the opportunity to join in the creative writing process as both audience and active participants.

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Whether you take pictures, paint or sketch, or throw clay, make sculptures, or work at a computer, there’s a class and chance for you to get your work shown to a larger audience.

BLOOMINGTON ART CENTER
1800 W Old Shakopee Rd,Bloomington
www.bloomingtonartcenter.com
952-563-8587
Offers high quality arts programs accessible to people of all ages, skills and abilities.The studio spaces allow for work in painting, drawing, printmaking, pottery, ceramic sculpture and stained glass. Classes incorporate art history and the renowned artists, as various techniques and skills are explored. In addition to regularly scheduled classes, the Art Center offers advanced-level workshops featuring nationally-known instructors.

INGEBRETSEN’S NEEDLEWORK CLASSES
Ingebretsen’s Scandinavian Center
1601 East Lake Street, Minneapolis
612-729-9333
www.ingebretsens.com
Learn a new skill or take yours to the next level in an atmosphere of fun and camaraderie. Class offered in knitting, Hardanger, lace making, cross stitch, crop art, woodcarving, Scandinavian painting and much more.

THE MINNEAPOLIS INSTITUTE OF ARTS
2400 Third Ave. S., Minneapolis
612-870-6323
www.artsmia.org
Beyond the galleries, there are many art education programs to choose from. Taught by professors and artists, these classes are designed for adults, and cover a variety of topics. Offerings include art history subjects that complement and enrich the experience of viewing art, as well as sketching classes in the galleries.

MINNESOTA CENTER FOR BOOK ARTS
Open Book Building
1011 Washington Ave S, Suite 100,
612-215-2520
www.mnbookarts.org
In the MCBA studio spaces you find masters and novices working at letterpress printing, hand bookbinding and papermaking, with hands-on classes, workshops and camps available in all disciplines. In addition to the studios, there is an exhibition space, a studio shop, and an archive and reference library. Visitors are welcome to observe the book art activity close-up.

MINNESOTA SCHOOL OF BOTANICAL ART
3537 Zenith Avenue South, Minneapolis
612-920-2013
www.minnesotaschoolofbotanicalart.com
Dedicated to furthering the tradition of the art of botanical illustration through teaching courses that combine the scientific and the aesthetic in drawing and painting. Call for a catalog.

MINNETONKA CENTER FOR THE ARTS
2240 North Shore Drive, Wayzata
952-473-7361
www.minnetonkaarts.org
Students of all ages, whether beginner, experienced or working artist, gain knowledge and appreciation of fine arts and crafts through hands-on studio instruction in drawing, painting, photography, fiber art, jewelry , sculpture and more. Small group instruction by working artists and a supportive class environment stimulate creativity and individual skills.

MOSAIC ON A STICK
595 North Snelling Ave, St. Paul
651-645-6600
www.mosaiconastick.com
Whether you want to master mosaic techniques or simply learn the basics to enjoy a new hobby, Mosaic On A Stick has a class for you. Bring a friend, your creativity, and some treasures from your junk drawer and come to the mosaic studio. You might surprise yourself! Also available - tile and glass cutting tools, tile adhesives, over 20 colors of grout, mesh, mosaic surfaces, mosaic kits, and a variety of mosaic books.

NORTHERN CLAY CENTER
2424 Franklin Avenue East, Minneapolis
612-339-8007
www.northernclaycenter.org
Northern Clay Center’s offers classes in the ceramic arts for all ages, as well as workshops and lectures. Call or check Web for a complete list of classes for all skill levels.

TEXTILE CENTER
3000 University Ave SE, Minneapolis
612-436-0464
www.textilecentermn.org
This a national center for fiber art represents and supports fiber artists working in all forms of textile media including weaving, quilting, knitting, sewing, needlework, lace making, basketry and beading. Classes in all the fiber arts are held at the center and include options for complete beginners, mid-level course for further exploration of a technique and advanced classes. Class list is available online.

WALKER ART CENTER
1750 Hennepin Ave. S., Minneapolis
612-375-7600
www.walkerart.org
With the community partners, the Walker presents workshops, artist-in-residence programs and events that highlight artists and issues from these communities. For class listings and more, visit www.walkerart.org.

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ELDERHOSTEL
800-454-5768
877-426-2167 for the hearing impaired
www.elderhostel.org
Elderhostel is a non-profit organization that offers educational, all-inclusive programs around the world, for an extraordinary value. Every year more that 250,000 participate in these programs. Each Elderhostel has more than 10,000 programs in over 100 countries.

ELDERTREKS
800-741-7956
www.eldertreks.com
The world's first adventure travel company designed exclusively for people 50 and over. With 20 years of experience, they offer active, off-the-beaten-path, small-group adventures by both land and sea in over 80 countries.

GLOBAL VOLUNTEERS
375 East Little Canada Road, St. Paul
1-800-487-1074
www.globalvolunteers.org
Live and work with local people on life-affirming international service projects for one, two or three weeks. Extended stay options up to 40 weeks. Support provided for 100 host communities in 20 countries year-around on six continents through short-term volunteer teams, direct project funding and child sponsorships. You can serve, sponsor and support local people as a family, group or individual.

SENIORS HOME EXCHANGE
http://www.seniorshomeexchange.com/
A Home Exchange program exclusively for the over 50 age group. Participants can exchange at the same time or exchange with hospitality accommodations. Cut down on the cost of traveling and enjoy a home feeling when staying in another country. Exchanging can also include vehicles, motor homes, etc. You can post your intent to exchange as well as search for exchanges in various countries online. A registration fee applies.

WALKING THE WORLD
PO Box 1186, Fort Collins, CO 80522
1-970-498-0500
www.walkingtheworld.com
Adventure travel for 50+ offers the opportunity to live life fully, to explore other lands, to experience new cultures, and to make new friends. And, maybe as important as anything, adventure travel opens the doors to learn more about ourselves. Touring different cities and countries around the world by walking will stretch you, physically, mentally and emotionally.

WILDERNESS INQUIRY
808 14th AVE SE, Minneapolis
612-676-9400 or Toll Free: 800-728-0719
www.wildernessinquiry.org
Wilderness Inquiry provides outdoor adventure experiences to inspire personal growth, community integration and enhanced awareness of the natural environment. Wilderness Inquiry encourages people to open their minds and hearts to new possibilities by demonstrating that collectively and individually they are capable of doing more than they thought possible. Trips are open to people of all ages and abilities and include a wide variety of canoe, sea kayak, dogsled, raft, horse pack and hiking trips throughout Minnesota, North America and the World.

For more Senior Travel information visit:
http://www.tripspot.com/seniortravelfeature.htm

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Keep your mind sharp as you learn new things, engage with others and make discoveries.

COMMUNITY EDUCATION
612-668-3939 – Greater Minneapolis
http://commed.mpls.k12.mn.us/
651-793-5455 – St. Paul
http://commed.spps.org
A wide variety of classes, workshops and programs for seniors 55+ are available through area Community Education programs. Everything from fitness to bridge, computers, defensive driving, tours and more. Check with the local school district for programs in your area.

LEARNING LIFE
U of M College of Continuing Education
612-624-4000
www.learninglife.umn.edu
The mission of LearningLife is to help you grow and thrive throughout the second half of life. Community. Connection. Content. Resources include Beyond the Book, an online discussion group of great non-fiction books, culminating in a live dinner discussion; Life Skills Workshops on self-assessment and discovery, planning for transitions, and gaining purpose in living; access to all the great lifelong learning opportunities offered through the U of M; community involvement with the United Way and much more.

OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE
University of Minnesota,Minneapolis
612-624-7847
www.cce.umn.edu/olli
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) is a membership-based community of older adults in the Twin Cities metropolitan area who love learning and enjoy spending time with like-minded individuals. Members choose from more than 180 courses and activities a year. If you are thirsty for history, energized by literature, challenged by the sciences, OLLI is the place for you.

UNIVERSITY OF ST. THOMAS
Center for Senior Citizen’s Education
2115 Summit Ave, St. Paul
651-962-5188
www.stthomas.edu/csce/
This community outreach program presents challenging educational and cultural programs specifically designed to foster and support life-long learning.  Six special programs -- four in St. Paul and two in Minneapolis -- are offered each semester and are based on various topics in history, music, art, literature, theology, science, religions and cultures of other parts of the world. Plus the Senior Citizens Go to College program allows 55+ students a chance to participate in undergraduate classes for a small fee and no tests!

FLEXIBILITY IMPROVEMENT CLASS
Stretch & Revitalize in Minneapolis
651-649-4946
www.BeeFit.net
Ease into movement, improve posture, release low back, should & neck tension. Feel revitalized! All ages, ability levels welcome. Call Sara.

SENIOR TENNIS PLAYERS CLUB
www.seniortennismn.com
newmembers@seniortennismn.com
This group, comprised of about 1300 age 50+ men and women in the Twin Cities metro area, arranges for play in many locations at low cost (for court fees when indoors), and yearly dues are only $25--which includes 12 FREE tennis lessons.  Regardless of your ability level, there are many opportunities to learn to play this game better, while you meet and become friends with people who thoroughly enjoy this healthy sport that lasts a lifetime. 

SILVER SNEAKERS™
YMCA Twin Cities Locations
www.ymcatwincities.org
Strength and conditioning classes allow you to progress at your own pace and help improve balance, coordination and flexibility. Exercise balls, resistance bands and weights may be used to enhance daily living skills. Plus, try the SilverSplash swimming program with LOTS of fun and shallow water moves to improve agility, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. No swimming ability is required. Class fee covered by some insurance companies and free for members. Plus find a wide variety of other classes specifically designed for active Seniors, including  Senior Fitness Assessment, Strength Training for Seniors, AOA Fitness Yoga and Line Dancing.

YOGA CENTER OF MINNEAPOLIS
212 3rd Ave. N. Suite 205, Minneapolis
612-436-4700
4200 Minnetonka Blvd,  St. Louis Park
952-345-1953
www.yogacentermpls.com
Yoga is for anyone at any age. Classes available to fit all skill levels and different schedules. Plus recharge and renew with one-on-one Wellness Services offering instruction on yoga poses sequenced for your body, as well as Acupunture, Chinese Medicine, Intuitive Readings and more.

NEWCOMERS CLUB
www.newcomersclub.com/mn.html
Clubs are located throughout the Twin Cities with contact information available online. Most clubs are predominantly women’s organizations, but often include events for couples or just men and welcome members that are new to town or native to the area, creating a social network in a fun, friendly and inviting atmosphere. It is a great way to meet new friends, get acquainted with the community, and enjoy many activities and special interest groups.

NORTHSTAR STORYTELLING LEAGUE
Twin Cities area
612-782-7121
www.northstarstorytelling.org
Storytelling is a time honored art form and source of entertainment. Learn the craft and enjoy the stories with the many events, workshops and informal gatherings sponsored by this group. More information and links to other storytelling groups available on the website.

RSVP
Greater Twin Cities area
2021 East Hennepin Ave, Suite 200, Minneapolis
612-617-7833
www.mnseniorcorps.org
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) helps people age 55 and older put their skills and life experience to work in their communities. Volunteers serve in organizations that range from hospitals and youth recreational centers to local police stations and education facilities. Using their personal interests and skills, RSVP volunteers may continue the type of work they enjoyed earlier in life, or opt to try something new.

SENIORNET LEARNING CENTERS
Wells Center, Mpls. Community & Technical College
1403 Harmon Place, Minneapolis
612-659-6253
http://seniornet-mpls.org
12951 Weaver Lake Rd, Maple Grove
763-494-6514
http://seniornet.home.comcast.net/~seniornet/
SeniorNet Learning Centers offer low-cost computer classes specifically designed for adults 50 and older. The basic curriculum is comprised of courses on introduction to computers, word processing, spreadsheets and going online and using the Internet. More advanced courses offered by the Learning Centers include topics such as genealogy, graphics, personal financial management and tax preparation with a computer. Lab time is available for practice. Parking is available at MCTC parking ramp.

SINGLES ALL TOGETHER 
Meetings held at: Colonial Church of Edina 
6200 Colonial Way, Edina
952-926-1160
www.singlesalltogether.org
Offers weekly meetings Thursdays at 7 pm, special interest group outings plus many other activities of interest for 50+ singles. Enjoy concerts, dances, historical / educational lectures and discussions and more with other active adult singles.  Members come from all over the Twin Cities area to participate. Annual membership only $50 (mention Best of Times for $5 off).

STARLIGHT ICE DANCE CLUB
Parade Ice Garden
600 Kenwood Parkway, Minneapolis
612 370-4846 Arena Phone
Email: StarlightIceDance@yahoo.com
www.geocities.com/starlighticedance/
Ice dance, a branch of figure skating, is fun, challenging, and accessible to everyone. It's a great way to keep fit and meet people. Skaters range in age from young adults to seniors and the club’s main focus is the encouragement of beginning ice dancers of ALL ages. It is truly a sport for life. The Starlight Ice Dance Club was formed in 1995 to promote ice dancing as a recreational and athletic activity for adults in the Twin Cities. Come to one of our sessions and try ice dancing. You don't have to bring a partner, and your first time is FREE.

TOASTMASTERS
949-858-8255
www.d6tm.org
Toastmasters is an international organization devoted to improving oral communication skills. Hundreds of clubs meet throughout Minnesota to help adults learn the arts of speaking, listening and leadership. Contact information for individual clubs is available online.

TWIN CITIES BICYCLING CLUB
Roseville
www.biketcbc.org 
TCBC is the largest recreational bicycling club in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul area.  Typically appealing to adult bicyclists who enjoy group riding but don't want to race. We have rides and fun for all skill levels. TCBC rides are open to members and non-members.

ULLR SKI BIKE & SOCIAL CLUB
Greater Twin Cities Area
www.ullr.org
Founded in 1950 as a downhill ski club, ULLR, with approximately 350 members, now offers a variety of activities for singles and couples ages 50+. Events include western ski trips, cross-country and downhill ski weekends and day trips, social events, golf outings, day and weekend bike trips, and many activities especially for the singles.

VITAL AGING NETWORK (VAN)
2365 N. McKnight Rd, N. St. Paul
651-917-4652
www.vital-aging-network.org
For many the later years are turning out to be the best years, when the opportunities for rich life experience outweigh the challenges of coping with decline. In this time of life called the Third Age, there are unique opportunities for self-actualization -- for seeking and finding meaning and balance. VAN offers an opportunity to learn about and help shape the quality of life for seniors in our community. You are invited to join their email list, use the extensive resources online and attend monthly forums on different timely topics held on the second Tuesday of every month from 10 to noon (locations vary).

WW II HISTORY ROUNDTABLE  
Historic Fort Snelling, Hwys 5 & 55, St. Paul
612-726-1171
www.mnhs.org
Roundtable discussion with authors, historians and different battle participants every 2nd Thursday, Sept-May, 7 pm. Free or low cost to participate.

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