Red Wing Area Seniors briefs

The Red Wing Senior Center is located in the Professional Building and Community Center, 1407 W. Fourth St. All events listed are held at the Senior Center unless otherwise noted. Phone number is 651-267-3599.

Silver Tones

The Red Wing Senior Center Choir, the Silver Tones, practices at 1 p.m. every Tuesday at First Lutheran Church, 615 W. Fifth St., under Director Coleen Fowler and accompanist Cheryl Hemphil. On Tuesday Nov. 27, the group will meet at the First Lutheran Church, 100 Peace Ridge, Lake City.

If you like singing harmony, join in.

Gentle Yoga for Seniors

Learn gentle yoga positions. Start anytime with certified yoga instructor Michelle Hoffman, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Tuesdays. Yoga can reduce chronic health conditions, improve sleep, increase energy, restore balance and improve overall quality of life. Start anytime. Cost for six sessions is $45 individuals, $80 couples.

Seniors Helping Seniors

Seniors Helping Seniors peer support volunteers are skilled and committed to helping other seniors who are experiencing distress in their lives. If you need someone to talk to or you know someone who does, contact Robin Wipperling at 651-385-3456.

Red Wing Train Club

Visit the Gandy Dancers any Wednesday from 1 to 4 p.m. You will see two layouts: "O" gauge and "HO" gauge. Train enthusiasts of every age are invited. The MEMBERS are always happy to answer questions about train remodeling.

Cards and games

The following games will be played: 500 – 1 p.m. Monday Nov. 26; Scrabble - 1 p.m. Wednesdays; Fun Bridge – 10 a.m. Wednesdays.

Support services offered

Several support groups and services are available.

• Resources and Referrals will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday Nov. 28. Jane Whiteside, Ph.D., can help you sort through problems and explore possible resources. This is a free and confidential service.

• Foot care clinic will be available Thursdays from 1 to 3:30 p.m. with a home health nurse. To schedule an appointment, call Fairview Red Wing Homecare and Hospice at 651-385-3410. The cost is $32.

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