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Cribbage

So it’s been some time since you played Cribbage? With relatively few rules yet many subtleties, this game’s ongoing appeal and popularity is clear. Whether you're a seasoned player or a complete beginner, come together for cribbage strategies and the joy of pegging your way to victory. Make new friends and enjoy a dash of friendly competition. Don't miss out on the fun.

Wed, May 1 - Jun 26

1:00 - 3:00 PM

197 Thompson Park Activity Center

Wed, Jul 10 - Aug 28

1:00 - 3:00 PM

197 Thompson Park Activity Center

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Dakota County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue Presentation

The Dakota County Sheriff's Office has operated an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) commonly called a Drone Unit since 2015 to support the Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement agencies by providing a safe and efficient ariel observation perspective on law enforcement and other public safety incidents. This Drone Unit has been called upon to assist in the search of missing persons from 4 to 80 years old; have assisted in serious crash and crime scenes documenting evidence; assisted keeping officers, fire fighters and the public safe at large fire scenes, active public safety incidents, and locating fleeing subjects from crime scenes. The DCSO Drone team will present some example use cases, answer questions and provide a short demonstration of their capabilities. Presenter: Sean Qualy and/or Dakota Co Sheriff’s Office staff

Wed, May 29

1:00 - 2:00 PM

197 Thompson Park Activity Center

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Dementia Friends

Dementia Friends Dementia Friends is led by a Dementia Friends Champion. This one hour session is a discussion led by Dementia Friends Champion. It is not a training session. You’ll learn what dementia is, what it’s like to live with the disease, and some tips for communicating with people who have dementia. Everyone who attends is asked to turn their new understanding of dementia into practical action that can help someone living in your community. The action can be as big or as small as you choose-every action counts! Presenter: Colleen Fitsch

Tue, Jul 16

10:30 - 11:30 AM

Central Square

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Dementia Friends

Dementia Friends Dementia Friends is led by a Dementia Friends Champion. This one hour session is a discussion led by Dementia Friends Champion. It is not a training session. You’ll learn what dementia is, what it’s like to live with the disease, and some tips for communicating with people who have dementia. Everyone who attends is asked to turn their new understanding of dementia into practical action that can help someone living in your community. The action can be as big or as small as you choose-every action counts! Presenter: Colleen Fitsch

Tue, Oct 15

10:30 - 11:30 AM

Central Square

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Dementia Friends

Dementia Friends Dementia Friends is led by a Dementia Friends Champion. This one hour session is a discussion led by Dementia Friends Champion. It is not a training session. You’ll learn what dementia is, what it’s like to live with the disease, and some tips for communicating with people who have dementia. Everyone who attends is asked to turn their new understanding of dementia into practical action that can help someone living in your community. The action can be as big or as small as you choose-every action counts! Presenter: Colleen Fitsch

Tue, Jan 14 2025

10:30 - 11:30 AM

Central Square

Tue, Apr 8 2025

10:30 - 11:30 AM

Central Square

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Destress after the holidays – A Chair Yoga class

Enjoy this 60 minute Chair Yoga class where you remain seated or standing the entire time.You will also gain the skills in order to stretch and take small breaks at your desk or chair anytime!These types of breaks will allow your stress levels to lower and your body to relax. You will leave feeling refreshed and peaceful – ready to start your day.No Yoga clothes required!This class includes a desk Yoga card and a guided meditation that they can use anytime.Everyone can benefit from this!

Donations to Thompson Park Activity Center '23-'24

Nestled in the midst of a beautiful Dakota County park, Thompson Park in West St. Paul is home to Thompson Park Activity Center, where we provide services and programs for adults of all ages and from all communities. TPAC is located at 1200 Stassen Lane, just off Butler Avenue and offers programming Monday - Thursday from 9 am to 4 pm. We welcome you, so visit us soon! Thompson Park Activity Center graciously accepts tax-deductible donations. If making a donation over $25, please indicate if you would like to have your name acknowledged in the Thompson Times publication.

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Downsizing in the Current Housing Market

Downsizing in the Current Housing Market Have you been thinking that now might be the time to downsize but aren’t sure where to start, how to do it, or what your options are? Bonus-all attendees receive the Downsizing Made Easy guide PDF-A $24.95 value. Access to preferred service providers and discount coupons provided to all attendees as well as a no cost home evaluation for those who want to know the value of their home and recommended suggestions to make it more salable. Instructor: John Mazzara

Mon, Aug 12

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Central Square

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Downsizing in the Current Housing Market

Downsizing in the Current Housing Market Have you been thinking that now might be the time to downsize but aren’t sure where to start, how to do it, or what your options are? Bonus-all attendees receive the Downsizing Made Easy guide PDF-A $24.95 value. Access to preferred service providers and discount coupons provided to all attendees as well as a no cost home evaluation for those who want to know the value of their home and recommended suggestions to make it more salable. Instructor: John Mazzara

Tue, Dec 17

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Central Square

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ECFE Explorers

During the two-day class, parenting discussion will focus on ways to encourage your preschool-aged child's learning, growth and development. We will also learn ways to strengthen social emotional skills while children have the opportunity to connect with their peers, play in the gym and work on social emotional learning and friendships together.

Mon/Wed, Jan 22 - May 22

12:15 - 2:00 PM

197 Early Learning Center

Ages	3 yr. - 5 yr. ^{10 m}

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ECFE Play & Learn - Free Class!

Join our early learning staff for an afternoon of fun activities with your child. This class will provide a variety of play opportunities for children to create and engage in large motor play (gym time). The class will include enriching activities including art projects and opportunities to play with your child while you build your child’s problem-solving and social skills. This is a non-separating class.

Tue, Jan 23 - May 21

12:15 - 1:30 PM

197 Early Learning Center

Ages	2 yr. ^{5 m} - 5 yr. ^{6 m}

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Easy CPR for Babysitters and Teens (ages 11 & up)

Easy CPR for Babysitters and Teens (ages 11 & up) BREATHING or NOT BREATHING - this is all you need to know to determine how to care for your unconscious victim. This CPR class is very easy to learn and to remember!! You will learn how to care for an unresponsive person and will be certified for 2 years in Basic Adult/Child & Infant CPR and AED. You will have unlimited practice opportunities during your certification period and unlimited digital access to the workbook materials. You will be taught how to help a choking victim, how to recognize if there is a problem and gain confidence in your skills. This class does NOT have a written test Instructor: Deb Gutzman

Fri, Jun 14

1:00 - 3:30 PM

Ages	11 yr. - 18 yr.

Fri, Aug 2

1:00 - 3:30 PM

Ages	11 yr. - 18 yr.

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Elements of a Will: With Andy Lehner

Feeling uncertain about your legacy? Don't leave it to chance. In this essential class, take control of critical decisions and designate your executor. Without a will, Minnesota law has a default plan for you. Leave with peace of mind, armed with a comprehensive understanding of what it takes to get a will tailored to your wishes. Our class includes a review of related law, a look at the elements of a will, and guidance on how to finish a will that suits your goals. Presenter: Andrew M Lehner, Attorney

Tue, Jun 11

10:00 - 11:00 AM

197 Thompson Park Activity Center

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End of Summer Picnic Party

Celebrate the end of summer with great food, yard games, music, and most importantly, friends! Come rain or shine. A covered space will be available. There is no cost for caregivers to assist. Pre-registration cost is $8.00. Pay at the door cost is $10.00

Fri, Aug 16

5:30 - 7:30 PM

Thompson Lake

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Energetic Cording

Energetic Cording Energetic cording is something everybody does, sometimes intentional and sometimes not. It is the feeling of being connected to someone or drained by them. In this class you will learn what exactly energetic cording is, which ones are healthy and which ones cause imbalance and need to be released. You will also learn how to disconnect or decord energy, and heal as to not have it happen again. An exercise will be provided at the end of class to experience decording. Instructor: Lily McNamara

Tue, Aug 20

6:30 - 8:30 PM

Central Square

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Enlaces: Familia y Escuela (16 meses -5 años)

Clase para la Familia en Español. Educación para la familia y sus ninos de 16 meses -5 años. Experiencias positivas para los niños, donde aprenden habilidades sociales/emocionales, desarrollo del lenguaje, etc. todo a través del juego, cantando y divirtiéndose. Los padres aprenden sobre el Desarrollo infantil, Relaciones entre Padres e Hijos, Desarrollo Familiar, la Cultura, Recursos de la Comunidad e inglés cotidiano

Mon, Sep 25 2023 - May 20

12:00 - 2:00 PM

IGH Early Learning Center

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Experience Spiritual Practice

Experience Spiritual Practice In this class we will practice using our spiritual gifts and reading tarot cards. (Please have taken Discover Spiritual Gifts, Tarot 101 or know your own gifts before class). Walking through different techniques to practice and hone your intuition. Taking home exercises to assist you in growing your gifts! Instructor: Lily McNamara

Tue, Jul 16

6:30 - 8:30 PM

Central Square

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Explore Conversational Spanish for Absolute Beginners - Level 1 & 1+

This engaging course covers greetings, practical phrases, numbers, family, food, hobbies, and more. Ideal for newcomers, it runs in several-week cycles. No prior Spanish experience required. Our instructor ensures a stress-free, immersive experience using gestures and visuals for easy learning. Join this enjoyable language journey! Instructor: Dick Milles, Spanish Teacher, Metropolitan State University

Wed, Jul 10 - Aug 28

9:30 - 10:30 AM

197 Thompson Park Activity Center

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Explore Nature and the Great Outdoors (2-5 yrs), starts April 3 -younger siblings welcome

Outdoor play is essential to a child's development, and exploring nature opens up a world of wonder! Families will meet at different parks for most classes. Have fun exploring as you build connections with your child, other families, and nature. Non-separating class. Activities are geared for children aged 2-5, but younger siblings are welcome to come. Regardless of age, there is a maximum of 2 children per adult. (Register all children who will be participating.) In the event of severe weather, some sessions may be held at the Early Learning Center where we will 'bring the outdoors in'. Spring session begins April 3.

Wed, Apr 3 - May 22

10:00 - 11:00 AM

IGH Early Learning Center

Max Age

6 yr.

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Fantasy Football

This class will provide participants with the fundamentals of fantasy football. If you are new to fantasy football, this is the class for you! Participants will learn how to draft players (there will be a mock 4 round draft), understand important terms and abbreviations needed to succeed in fantasy football, be provided tools (websites) that make it fun and easy compete week to week, and how to begin a league. Participants will learn how fun and easy fantasy football can be.

Wed, Aug 7

6:00 - 8:00 PM

IGH Middle School

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Fantasy Football

Welcome to the realm of Fantasy Football! This class will provide participants with the fundamentals of fantasy football. If you are new to fantasy football, this is the class for you! Participants will learn how to draft players (there will be a mock 4 round draft), understand important terms and abbreviations needed to succeed in fantasy football, be provided tools (websites) that make it fun and easy compete week to week, and how to begin a league. Participants will learn how fun and easy fantasy football can be. Instructor: Matthew Dodge

Wed, Jun 26

5:30 - 7:30 PM

197 Two Rivers High School

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Festive Appetizers and Boards

Use your kitchen gadgets* to create yummy appetizers for holiday gatherings, game nights, or just for fun. Join Kirsten live online from her home kitchen as she demonstrates Instant Pot Hot Crab & Shrimp Dip, Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower, Goat Cheese & Garlic Crostini, Jalapeño Rarebit Poppers, Mediterranean Mezze Boards, and more! Registration includes extensive recipe handout and link to class recording so you can re-watch at your convenience. *No air fryer or Instant Pot? No problem! Recipes will include oven/stovetop directions too. Instructor Kirsten Madaus

Tue, Nov 12

6:30 - 8:00 PM

At-Home / Virtual Course

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Fitness and Balance for Life

Elevate your fitness journey with Naomi! Embrace low-impact exercises, enhancing your range, strength, balance, and coordination. We’ll supply all you need: a chair, exercise bands, hand weights, and exercise balls, or feel free to bring your own gear. Your path to better health awaits. Instructor: Naomi Marzinske

Thu, Jul 11 - Aug 29

10:30 - 11:30 AM

197 Thompson Park Activity Center

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Flag Football

Flag Football DASH Sports Summer Flag Football camps provide players with a well-rounded football experience in a little to no contact safe environment. Key elements of passing, catching, rushing, and defense will be taught and practiced daily, and players will be grouped and challenged at an appropriate level in a fun, positive environment while learning values of ‘Respect, Hustle, and Pride’. Camp ends with scrimmages/games the final day where players can showcase their skills. Athletes should bring a wear sunscreen, and bring a water bottle and a snack (spikes/cleats, and mouthguards are optional). Flag belts, and football are provided. Flag Football Tykes DASH Sports flag football Tykes camps provide players with an introductory experience to the great game of football in a little to no contact safe environment. Key elements of passing, catching, rushing, and defense will be taught and practiced. Fun, skill-based games will be played to practice newly learned skills. Athletes should bring a water bottle and wear athletic clothing & shoes (spikes/cleats are optional). Footballs and flag belts are provided. Parent participation is required for the 2-3yr old age group and recommended when needed for the 4+ year old age group.

Mon-Thu, Jul 29 - Aug 1

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Grades

K - 2nd