WBLAS Community Education & Recreation

In this talk, Dr. David Matson will provide an overview of arthritis in the hand and wrist, explaining the common symptoms such as pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. He will discuss how arthritis is diagnosed through physical exams and imaging techniques, followed by a review of treatment options. The talk will cover both non-surgical treatments, like medications and physical therapy, as well as surgical options for more advanced cases. Lastly, Dr. Matson will outline the expected outcomes of these treatments, helping attendees understand what to expect in terms of relief, recovery, and long-term management. *White Bear Area Senior Center Members: Call to register and receive a discount at 651-653-3121

Join us for a delightful morning of creativity and relaxation as we explore the beauty of nature through art! In this hands-on workshop, you'll paint a fall wreath, bringing a touch of natural beauty into your home. Learn basic acrylic painting skills or brush up on some old ones. No experience necessary, as we guide you every step of the way! All materials included. *White Bear Area Senior Center Members: Call to register and receive a discount at 651-653-3121.

Join us for an engaging and informative cooking class about Healthy Cooking for 1 or 2 with Toni Swanson, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist at Ecumen Seasons at Maplewood. This class is perfect for anyone looking to prepare delicious and nutritious meals. Toni will guide you through the essentials of healthy eating and provide practical tips for cooking with a live demonstration, food sampling, and Q&A session where you can ask all your nutrition/cooking questions. You’ll also receive valuable resources, including meal planning ideas, easy-to-follow recipes, and a virtual grocery store tour to help simplify your shopping experience. Whether you're a beginner or simply looking for new meal ideas, this class will provide the tools and inspiration to make healthy cooking both fun and manageable. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from a professional and improve your cooking skills! *White Bear Area Senior Center Members: Call to register and receive a discount at 651-653-3121

Both men graduated from West Point; but both regretted it. Lee is seen as the elegant gentleman, the Cavalier. Grant is often portrayed as the cigar chomping, hard drinking fighter. Actually these men were very much alike, though their backgrounds were vastly different. Learn how each man differed from the myth, and how each excelled in doing his duty for his country during the cataclysm of the Civil War.

Learn how to bake Krumkakes, the delicious and rich rolled Norwegian cookie, Italian Pizzelles, crisp and light anise or vanilla flavored cookies, almond Swedish Sandbakkelse, cookies cooked in tiny tins to resemble tarts, and Rosettes, paper thin Scandinavian delicacies dusted with confectioners’ sugar. Expect great recipes plus the many tips and techniques that will make your baking a success! NOTE: $15 in class supply fee due to instructor Bring containers to bring your creations safely home.

Join us to master Venmo and handle mobile payments with ease and security! Stay relevant and up to date by learning all about Venmo, the popular mobile payment service. In this class, you’ll discover how to securely pay friends and businesses, as well as receive money without the need for cash or checks. You’ll gain a confident understanding of setting up Venmo safely, avoiding unnecessary fees, and applying it in real-world scenarios for you and your family. You'll be able to discuss the topic among family, friends and have an understanding of the key terms used when you hear about VENMO in the news!

Join us to master Venmo and handle mobile payments with ease and security! Stay relevant and up to date by learning all about Venmo, the popular mobile payment service. In this class, you’ll discover how to securely pay friends and businesses, as well as receive money without the need for cash or checks. You’ll gain a confident understanding of setting up Venmo safely, avoiding unnecessary fees, and applying it in real-world scenarios for you and your family. You'll be able to discuss the topic among family, friends and have an understanding of the key terms used when you hear about VENMO in the news!

The biggest fear for most baby boomers is how to pay for the nursing home and still leave an inheritance for the next generation. We will walk through the following questions and more including: How will I meet my nursing home goals? Is Long Term Care Insurance for me? What about home healthcare? Should I gift my money away? Would I qualify for Medicaid? What about my current Trust, does it protect my assets and avoid the nursing home? What is the 60-month claw back? What if my spouse goes into the nursing home and exhausts our money? Get the answers to these and other questions and learn how to create an effective plan to deal with these uncertainties.

Explore the offerings and inner workings of Google Suite. This course will dive into data storage using Drive, as well as creating, saving, editing and sharing documents through Google Docs. As learners will be shown how to access Google Suite from a Gmail account, it is recommended that every student has a Gmail account created prior to attending class so they can practice new knowledge in real time. Instructor: Laura Twaroski, Teacher in Anoka Hennepin Schools: "I started my work in education in high schools with Family and Consumer Science but moved to advising and eventually to adult education in 2020 where I now am the distance learning and digital literacy teacher for Metro North ABE Blaine Learning Lab. Outside of teaching I am usually reading, drinking bubble tea or spending time with my family outdoors."

Receive a comprehensive introduction into the voice over industry from a working voice actor. Read a real script and receive coaching from your instructor, a professional voice actor, to improve your delivery. One-time, 90 minute, one-on-one, video-chat class! Learn more: http://www.voicesforall.com/ooo 18 and over. Upon registration you will be contacted by VFA to schedule your class for a day and time of your convenience. Requirements: Students must have Internet Access and Video Chatting capabilities using a method such as: Zoom, or iChat/FaceTime.

Explore the craft of voiceovers! Discover current trends, opportunities and tools you need to find success in this growing remote working industry. Read a real script and receive coaching from your instructor, a professional voice actor, to improve your delivery. One-time, 90 minute, one-on-one, video-chat class! Learn more: http://www.voicesforall.com/ooo 18 and over. Upon registration you will be contacted by VFA to schedule your class for a day and time of your convenience. Requirements: Students must have Internet Access and Video Chatting capabilities using a method such as: Zoom, or iChat/FaceTime.

In this class we will walk-thru (in depth) an actual Minnesota Probate Estate from the filing of the Application for Probate to the Final Accounts . . . and all the steps in between. Class participants will learn the entire process with current forms, Court and filing requirements, accounting and procedural steps, as well as the procedures for the sale and distribution of estate assets. We will also discuss the roles, responsibilities, and liabilities of a person who is appointed as the Executor/Personal Representative. The class will be filled with real-life examples and solutions to the multitude of issues involving a typical (or not typical) Minnesota Probate Estate. This class encourages questions: Is there a “reading of the Will”? What about personal items? Does the Executor get paid? What about estate bills and creditors? We will provide the answers.

A representative from Vision Loss Resources will discuss the major causes of vision loss, how to make the most of your usable vision, and also tools and devices that can help make life less frustrating if you have low vision. There will be time for questions and answers at the end. *White Bear Area Senior Center Members: Call to register and receive a discount at 651-653-3121

Do you like to shop? You can get paid to shop at almost every local store in your area, plus there are many online shopping assignments you can do from home. Mystery shop on vacation all across the USA and in over 70 countries worldwide - FREE hotels, restaurant meals, car rentals, sightseeing tours, etc. Mystery shopping has become the most cost-efficient way for stores and businesses to know their customers and stay in business, especially during these challenging economic times. Learn how to avoid scam companies and work for the best mystery shopping companies that pay the most. Get the names and contact information for the TOP 100 MYSTERY SHOPPING COMPANIES including addresses, websites, and phone numbers to make all these ideas practical. We review actual mystery shopping assignments so you know exactly what to do, including the paperwork. Get paid or keep the items you buy on assignment. A FREE dinner for two at a nice restaurant, a FREE hotel night, a FREE tank of gas, FREE groceries, FREE dry cleaning, and more. Learn how to play up your qualifications for the best assignments, how to fit mystery shopping into your daily schedule, and how to earn the most income.

Shrubs and trees can make a tasty snack for winter wildlife. We will chat about different strategies to keep the deer, rabbits, and other chewing critters at bay this winter. A few small steps and techniques can save you money and headaches in the long run of winter. Participants will receive native plant books, and several gift certificates from area nurseries will be given as door prizes.

Meals on Wheels is a community service that delivers nutritious meals to your home with the help of volunteers. This services is available to all persons regardless of age or ability. It is a wonderful way for individuals to stay connected to their communities, remain healthy, and live independently, for as long as possible as well as those with a short term need for meals after a hospitalization/surgery. Meals are provided at a reduced rate due to generous donations from participants, foundations, and the wider community, and also through support of the White Bear Lake Area School District, Senior Services Consortium of Ramsey County, Metro Meals on Wheels, local Lions Clubs and others. Many older adults, our neighbors, continue to face challenges and need your help more than ever. The cost of food has gone up dramatically in recent years, and many seniors on fixed incomes simply don’t have enough money to cover the cost of groceries and other expenses. Every day, more people turn to Meals on Wheels for help, and our resources are stretched. Your donation will help ensure that we won’t need to turn anyone away. All donations will be used locally for the White Bear Lake Meals on Wheels program. Every donation no matter the size help. Did you know that a donation of: $15 feeds one person for two days of meals $35 feeds one person for one week of meals $70 feeds one person for two weeks of meals $140 feeds one person for a month To make a donation: Call the Senior Center at 651-653-3121 Stop by the Senior Center Mail a check to 2484 East County Rd F, White Bear Lake MN 55110 Or here online.

Dopamine, cortisol, neuroplasticity, oh my! There is a body of evidence in the field of music therapy that supports the impact music has on the health and activity of the brain. Join an engaging and interactive presentation with Keynote Music Therapy to learn about this topic and gain some ideas and recommendations to try in your daily routine.

Learn how to master the tricky French pastry dough used in such delicacies as eclairs and cream puffs--the famous Pate a Choux! This dough is "cooked" on the stove, piped onto a baking sheet, and baked to a golden perfection and will make you the hit of your next party! This class is hands on and you will take your creations home to show off to your loved ones. Please bring an apron and a to-go container. Class fee includes all cooking ingredients and instructor time.

Imagine! All your photos organized and a system in place that allows you to access any photo in literally seconds! This class will address the unique needs of Millennials, GenX and Baby Boomers as every generation's photo situation is different. This includes; slides, negatives, VHS, film movies, prints, old memorabilia, and more. We will talk about AI (Artificial Intelligence), scanners, cloud storage, digitizing and restoration of older photos. You no longer have to imagine; make this your reality!

Have you been curious about what ChatGPT is exactly and how it can be used? Join our fun and engaging class to learn everything you need to know about ChatGPT powered by Artificial Intelligence. Understand how it works and why it's taking the world by storm. You'll explore practical everyday uses for ChatGPT in both the workforce and at home, ensuring you stay in the loop when ChatGPT is mentioned in conversations and on the news. Don't get left behind in today's tech-savvy world—attend this essential training today!

Learn why pre planning your death is important, how it avoids unnecessary stress and confusion of what to do with your body and saves money during a traumatic time. How to choose providers and important details to think about and things to consider in helping to navigate the inevitable.