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Animal Identification and Tracking (Roosevelt 55+)Trips & ToursJoin Bill Kass, a member of the MN Tracking Club with certification in Track and Sign and Trailing in the US and Africa, to learn about how to find evidence of and identify animals, birds, and insects that make the Mississippi Regional Park their home. This class will consist of a classroom introduction followed by exploration along the river and through the woods in search of clues. Class held at Carl W. Kroening Nature Center, 4900 N Mississippi Dr.Lifelong Learning 55+ Winter 2023
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Compassion Museum - Youmanity Immersive Art Experience at Mia (Roosevelt 55+)Trips & ToursJoin us at Mia (The Minneapolis Institute of Art) for a tour with a twist. Created for those who long for a more compassionate world and the curious soul, the Youmanity Immersive Art Experience looks at some of Mia’s most fascinating objects through the lens of kindness, empathy, and compassion. Travel with us across time, geography, and culture in this 75-minute interactive experience. Come as you are - this tour is for art aficionados and novices alike!Lifelong Learning 55+ Winter 2023
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Cremation: The History and the Process (Roosevelt 55+)Trips & ToursJoin Lakewood's Director of Family Services, Kelly Leahy, to learn more about cremation long history throughout many eras and cultures, the cremation process, and your choices when it comes to cremation and memorialization. During this event, we will also tour Lakewood's crematory in the lower level of the chapel. NOTE: Parts of this tour are not ADA accessible.Lifelong Learning 55+ Winter 2023
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Hamlet at the Guthrie Theater (Roosevelt 55+)Trips & ToursIn tribute to the Guthrie’s inaugural production, which opened on May 7, 1963, the theater will present its fourth production of William Shakespeare’s Hamlet directed by Joseph Haj. Transportation is on your own. Tickets will be mailed to you. Meet at the Guthrie Theater, 818 2nd St S. NOTE: Ticket sales end Friday, February 25th. Refunds/Cancellations are not available after Feb 25th.Lifelong Learning 55+ Winter 2023
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History of the Minneapolis Central Library (Marcy 55+)Trips & ToursThe Minneapolis Central Library offers a guided tour of the downtown building focusing on the building's four floors of art, the unique architecture and large and varied collections of books. Renowned architect Cesar Pelli and Architectural Alliance designed the library, completing its construction in 2006. It was hailed as a new step toward environmental buildings. The Minneapolis Central Library is an accessible building and parking is available. More information here: https://www.hclib.org/about/locations/minneapolis-central-parking Co-sponsored by Minneapolis Community Education and Southeast Seniors.Lifelong Learning 55+ Winter 2023
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WaitlistMinneapolis City HallTrips & ToursDiscover the art and architecture of Minneapolis City Hall with a guided tour. Built in the Romanesque style, the building boasts a five-story Rotunda, stained glass windows designed and created by Ford Brothers Glass Company, a clock tower that rivals Big Ben, and the Father of Waters statue carved of marble from the Carrara quarries used by Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo.Lifelong Learning 55+ Winter 2023
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Murder on the Orient Express at the Guthrie Theater (Roosevelt 55+)Trips & ToursThe detective Hercule Poirot comes to the stage in the mystery “Murder on the Orient Express,” adapted by the Tony Award-nominated playwright Ken Ludwig. Transportation is on your own. Tickets will be mailed to you. Meet at the Guthrie Theater, 818 2nd St S. Note: Ticket sales end April 1st. Refunds/cancellations are not available after April 1st.Lifelong Learning 55+ Winter 2023
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Muskrat Safari (Roosevelt 55+)Trips & ToursWalk out on the frozen marsh looking for muskrat lodges by drilling holes in the ice and talk about life under the ice during MN winters. Class held at Woodlake Nature Center 6710 Lake Shore Drive Richfield.Lifelong Learning 55+ Winter 2023
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WaitlistMitchell Haindfield (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Noticing Nature on Snowshoes (Roosevelt 55+)Trips & ToursLooking to try something different? Practice two new skills in one fun class! Strap on a pair of snowshoes and take a peaceful hike through the park with a naturalist guide to hone your nature observation abilities. Become grounded in nature while appreciating its ever-changing elements along our prairie, woodland, and river trails! If there is not enough snow coer for snowshoeing the class will continue with a naturalist led walk. Class held at Carl W. Kroening Nature Center, 4900 N Mississippi Dr.Lifelong Learning 55+ Winter 2023
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The Walker : Exploring Contemporary Art (Roosevelt 55+)Trips & ToursJoin us on a guided tour of selected contemporary works at the Walker, one of the top five most-visited modern/contemporary art museums in the United States.Lifelong Learning 55+ Winter 2023
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Starting SoonMitchell Haindfield (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Winter Animal Tracks (Roosevelt 55+)Trips & ToursEnjoy a winter walk with a naturalist at Woodlake Nature Center to discover the resident animals that are active in winter and identify their tracks, scat and homes. Class held at Woodlake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Dr S, Richfield.Lifelong Learning 55+ Winter 2023
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Winter Tree Identification (Roosevelt 55+)Trips & ToursLearn how to use a dichotomous key and try identifying trees in the winter by comparing the different features. Discover adaptations Minnesota trees use to survive during the cold winters. Walk through the park with a naturalist guide to practice identification and learn more about the species you find. Class held at Carl W. Kroening Nature Center, 4900 N Mississippi Dr. Register online or call 612.668.4828Lifelong Learning 55+ Winter 2023
