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<br /> <br />Memo <br /> <br />To: Parks, Recreation and Environmental Commission <br />Members <br />From: Zoë Kesselring, Recreation Coordinator <br />Subject: Senior Programming <br />Date: February 1, 2018 <br /> <br />New Brighton Parks and Recreation offers a wide range of programming geared <br />towards adults 55+. The community can easily find out about the programs <br />offered by subscribing to the Active Life Newsletter. The Active Life Newsletter is <br />a bi-monthly publication put out by New Brighton Parks and Recreation which <br />highlights the many programs offered. These programs take place both in the <br />Community Center and the surrounding community. <br /> <br />The New Brighton Community Center has a room dedicated to senior <br />programming. It hosts more than 6,000 seniors each year for weekly card games <br />or clubs. New Brighton currently offers the following weekly games/clubs: <br />Mahjong, Hand and Foot, Contract Bridge, 500 Club, Duplicate Bridge, Keeping <br />You In Stitches, Dominoes and Pinochle. <br /> <br />New Brighton Parks and Recreation also offers Education and Enrichment <br />Workshops each month. These workshops are generally free and range in topic <br />from estate planning to healthy sleep. The workshops are designed to have <br />adults 55+ gather as a group to learn and discuss various topics in an effort to <br />help aging adults live life well. The speakers and format vary depending on the <br />topic, but there is always time for fun and socialization. <br /> <br />Another great senior program is Club 55+. Seniors pay a $10 annual fee to <br />become a member of Club 55. Club 55 m embers enjoy access to many free <br />programs and social parties. All the proceeds from Club 55 go into purchasing <br />supplies for the senior room and other senior programming. Last year there were <br />124 registered Club 55 members. <br /> <br />For seniors who are looking to leave the community center and explore the wider <br />community we offer a variety of trip options including day trips, mini trips, Active <br />Life trips, and extended travel options. Day trips are offered in conjunction with