(507) 387-1666
421 East Hickory Street, Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-1666
421 East Hickory Street, Mankato, MN 56001

Classes, Groups & Trips

The VINE Adult Community Center offers hundreds of fitness, educational, and creative classes and monthly bus trips to local and out-of-town destinations.  

Check out our full calendar of events

Art & Craft Classes

Art Quest

Art Guild with Open Studio

  • Tuesdays 
  • 1 – 3 pm

Work independently on your art with other artists. Enjoy the social interactions and share ideas. Bring your own supplies.


Paint and Draw

  • Wednesdays
  • 1 – 3 pm

Registration is required. Supplies are provided.

Art for Everyone

  • Thursdays
  • 1 – 3 pm

Registration is required

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Get your Yarn on

  • Wednesdays
  • 10 – 11:30 am

Bring your own supplies and work on your project with fellow yarn crafters. Registration is required

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Educational Presentations

THRIVE THROUGH THE YEARS: A WOMAN’S GUIDE TO HEALTHY AGING

  • Oct. 14
  • 11  am- 12 pm

As women age, their health journeys become more complex and personal. This session explores the unique challenges and opportunities facing older women, including menopause, bone health, heart disease, mental wellness and preventive care. Dr. Reyhaus will share the latest research and strategies to help women thrive physically, emotionally and socially, while offering tools for advocacy and holistic well-being. 

Cost: Free and open to the public.
Call (507) 387-1666 to register

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TEETH: STAY HYDRATED

  • Oct. 14
  • 1 – 2 pm (presentation)
  • 2 – 3 pm (oral health assessments)

Explore the importance of staying hydrated to protect your teeth and gums. Dehydration, a common problem, can lead to dry mouth and difficulties with swallowing and speaking. Learn which drinks best support oral health and receive practical tips on maintaining hydration while avoiding beverages that can worsen dryness. Keeping the mouth moist is essential for overall oral health.

Cost: Free for VINE members; $5 for non-members + $5 for oral health assessments 
Call (507) 387-1666 to register

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Five Wishes

  • Oct. 15
  • 4- 5 pm

Five Wishes is an easy to complete form that lets you say exactly what you want when you can’t speak for yourself. Wish 1 allows you to choose the person you want to make health care decisions for you. Wish 2 provides options for the kind of medical treatment you want or don’t want. Wishes 3, 4 and 5 deal with your personal, spiritual and emotional wishes. Once completed and properly signed, the document is valid and legal under MN law.  

Cost: Free for VINE members; $5 for non-members + $5 for the Five Wishes Document
Call (507) 387-1666 to register

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PICKLEBALL CLINIC

  • Oct. 16
  • 2-3 pm
  • Meet at the Picklebarn (90 Power Dr. Mankato)

Join your VINE friends at the Picklebarn to attend a clinic to learn more about the sport. Wear comfortable clothes and clean shoes.

Cost: Free for VINE members; $5 for the public.
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.

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EVERYDAY AGEISM

  • Oct. 21
  • 11  am- 12 pm

“Everyday ageism” refers to subtle verbal, nonverbal, or environmental slights that devalue older adults. These microaggressions often occur in daily interactions and can be unpleasant, hurtful and harmful to emotional and physical health. This presentation will share MSU Mankato research on common examples, how often they occur and how older adults respond.

Cost: Free for VINE members; $5 for non-members 
Call (507) 387-1666 to register

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Exercise Classes

Registration is encouraged for the following classes:

Monday

  • 6:15 am: Total Body Strength
  • 8:15 am: Move it More
  • 9 am: Chair Yoga
  • 10:15 am: Combo Fit
  • 1 pm: Parkinson’s Powerful Principles
  • 1 pm: Chair Yoga
  • 4:30 pm: Cardio-Strength

Tuesday

  • 8:30 am: Stretch & Flex
  • 9 am: Yoga for Health
  • 9:30 am: Zumba®
  • 10:30 am: Barre
  • 10:30 am: Chair Yoga
  • 11:30 am: Strike Strong
  • 1 pm: Forever Fit

Wednesday

  • 6:15 am: Total Body Strength
  • 8:15 am: Move it More
  • 9 am: Chair Yoga
  • 10:15 am: Combo Fit
  • 1 pm: Chair Yoga
  • 2 pm: PiYo
  • 4:30 pm: Zumba

Thursday

  • 8:30 am: Roll & Restore
  • 9 am: Yoga for Health
  • 9:30 am: Zumba®
  • 10:30 am: Chair Yoga
  • 10:30 am: Pilates
  • 11:30 am: Kickboxing
  • 1 pm: Forever Fit
  • 1 pm: Parkinson’s Powerful Principles

Friday

  • 6:15 am: Circuit Craze
  • 8:15 am: Move it More
  • 9 am: Chair Yoga
  • 10 am: Gentle Yoga
  • 10:15 am: Combo Fit
  • 1 pm: Restorative Yoga (1st & 3rd Friday of the month)

Saturday

  • 8:30 am: Rotating Class
  • 10:30 am: Yoga for Health
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Fitness Center

Our full-service fitness center is non-intimidating and features state-of-the-art strength training equipment. Our exercise equipment is easy to use and reduces stress on your joints. The smart-card technology personalizes your training, while keeping track of your progress. Professional staff and trained volunteers are always available to help.

Monday – Friday

  • 6 am – 7 pm

Saturday

  • 8 am – 2 pm

Travel Opportunities

Travel around the world with your friends at VINE! VINE is partnering with Collette Travel for guided trips with a portion of the proceeds benefiting VINE. Reservations are first come, first served and can be made at VINE or vinevolunteers.org. Questions? Contact Meghan at (507) 386-5576.


Exploring Scotland & Ireland

  • April 26–May 8, 2026

Highlights:

  • Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle
  • Walk the historic grounds of St. Andrews
  • Cruise Loch Ness and tour Urquhart Castle
  • Experience a Distillery Visit and Glasgow
  • Discover Belfast, Giant’s Causeway, and Derry
  • Enjoy a Sheepdog Demonstration and a Cider Farm Tour
  • Explore the vibrant city of Dublin

Cost: Starting at $5,999 per person 
Registration Deadline: October 26, 2025

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African Safari: Kenya & Tanzania

  • September 15-29, 2026

Highlights:

  • Nairobi,
  • David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
  • Out of Africa Farmhouse
  • Amboseli National Park
  • Shanga Workshop
  • Karatu
  • Ngorongoro Crater
  • Serengeti
  • Lake Eyasi
  • Tarangire National Park
  • 7 Game Drives

Cost: Starting at $10,099 per person 
Registration Deadline: December 16, 2025

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Spotlight on New York City Holiday

  • December 1–5, 2026

Highlights:

  • Explore Greenwich Village with an optional walking tour and Italian dinner
  • Visit Wall Street, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum
  • Cruise to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island
  • Enjoy a Broadway show
  • Experience the Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall
  • Free time to discover NYC’s holiday magic on your own

Cost: Starting at $3,099 per person 
Registration Deadline: May 30, 2026

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Social Activities

The VINE Adult Community Center offers a number of different activities to partake in.

  • 500: Wednesdays, 9:30 – 11:30 am
  • Billiards: Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm
  • Bingo: every other month – rotates with Trivia (date and time change)
  • Collaborative Conversations: 2nd Wednesday of the month, 1 – 2 pm
  • Cribbage: Tuesdays, 1 – 3 pm
  • DeVINE Singers: Mondays, 1 – 2 pm
  • Duplicate Bridge: Mondays & Wednesdays, 1 – 4 pm
  • Get Your Yarn On: Wednesdays, 10 – 11:30 am
  • Ping-Pong: Mondays & Wednesdays: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Fridays 12:30 – 2:30 pm
  • Member Fun Hour: 3rd Wednesday of the month, 5 – 6 pm (rotates between book club & game night)
  • Mahjong: Mondays, 1-3 pm
  • Memoir Writing: Tuesdays, 10:30 am – 1 pm
  • Spellers: Fridays, 10 – 11 am
  • Trivia: every other month – rotates with Bingo (date and time change)
  • VINE Stompers: Wednesdays, 2:15 – 4 pm
  • VINE Afternoon Cards: Fridays, 2 – 4 pm
  • Social Bridge: Thursdays, 2 – 4 pm

Outdoor Exercise

TREKKING

This group meets at different parks and trails each week Thursdays from 10-11 am. Trekking poles are available to rent.

10/9: Lime Valley
10/16: 7 Mile Creek (last parking lot)
10/23: Sakatah Trail (parking lot off Hwy 22)
10/30: Arboretum at Gustavus

See Trail Map

Pool

MONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAYFRIDAYSATURDAY
Open Swim
6-9:30 am
Aqua 2
6:15-7 am
Open Swim
6-9:30 am
Aqua 2
6:15-7 am
Open Swim
6-9:30 am
Lap Swim
8-8:45 am
Aqua 2
9:30-10:30 am
Lap Swim
7-8 am
Aqua 2
9:30-10:30 am
Lap Swim
7-8 am
Aqua 2
9:30-10:30 am
Open Swim
8:45-9:30 am
Aqua 1
10:45-11:30 am
Open Swim
12-1 pm
Aqua 1
10:45-11:30 am
Open Swim
12-1 pm
Aqua 3
10:45-11:30
am
Aqua Class Rotating
9:30-10:15 am
Lap Swim
11:30 am - 1 pm
Aqua Yoga
1-1:45 pm
Lap Swim
11:30 am - 1 pm
Aqua Yoga
1-1:45 pm
Open Swim
5 - 6:30 pm
Open Swim
10:15 am - 12:45 pm
Open Swim
1-2 pm
Aqua 3
2-2:45 pm
Open Swim
5-6:30 pm
Aqua 2
2-3 pm
Lap Swim
12:45-1:30 pm
Aqua 2
2-3 pm
Aqua Yoga
3-3:45pm
Aqua Cardio & Core Blast
3-3:45pm
Open Swim
3-6:30 pm
Open Swim
3:45-6:30 pm
Open Swim
3:45-6:30 pm

Walking Track

No matter the weather outside, our cushioned walking track is always the perfect 70 degrees inside, with 360-degree views of the Minnesota River Valley. Research shows that a flat, firm, but not too hard surface is the best for older knees and joints.

Monday – Friday

  • 6 am – 7 pm

Saturday

  • 8 am – 2 pm