(507) 387-1666
421 East Hickory Street, Mankato, MN 56001
421 East Hickory Street, Mankato, MN 56001
The VINE Adult Community Center offers hundreds of fitness, educational, and creative classes and monthly bus trips to local and out-of-town destinations. Â
VINE and Mankato Community Education offer a comfortable coach bus, escorts and an affordable price. Buses depart from the Wow!Zone Family Entertainment Center, behind Hilltop Hy-Vee. Please park in the southwest corner. Call Community Education at (507) 387-5501 to sign up and pay. No refunds after the registration deadline. For a complete list of upcoming bus trips, visit mankatocer.com.
MINNESOTA LANDSCAPE ARBORETUM
Explore 1,200 acres of professionally-maintained gardens, rare plant collections and accessible trails. In 2019 USA Today readers named the Arboretum the best botanical gardens in North America. Attendees will potentially see 40,000 gorgeous tulips, acres of blooming crabapple trees and azalea bushes, wildflower, daffodil and flowering bulb displays and hundreds of gorgeous hanging baskets and plants. A Flowerpot lunch in a private dining area and guided tram tour is included with this excursion.
Cost: $70 (includes lunch) Call (507) 387-5501 to register by April 10.
MN TWINS VS GIANTS
Take me out to the ball game! Come enjoy an afternoon of outdoor baseball by joining us for a trip to the Target Field to watch the Minnesota Twins play the San Francisco Giants. The game starts at 12:10 pm.
Cost: $76
Call (507) 387-5501 to register by April 17.
VIRTUAL GLOBAL VOYAGERS: JOURNEY TO MEXICO & CENTRAL AMERICA
Explore the Penn Museum galleries on this digital journey through Mexico and Central America at VINE. Visit some of the amazing societies that filled this area before European contact. Decode complex Mayan glyphs and see rare statues from the ancient city of Teotihuacan.
Cost: Free for VINE members, $5 for the public
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
AUTHOR TALK: RACHEL HANEL
Hanel is the author of more than 20 nonfiction books for children and two nonfiction books for adults. Hanel’s most recent book, Not the Camilla We Knew follows a small-town Minnesota pastor’s daughter who took a radical turn to join the notorious Symbionese Liberation Army.
Cost: Free for VINE members, $5 for the public
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
COMMUNITY & CONNECTION: CULTIVATING THE NEXT GENERATION
Building strong community ties enables children and families to feel a sense of belonging and connection with their neighbors. Establishing a sense of connection early provides the building blocks of a healthy community. Learn how you can help influence the next generation.
Cost: Free for VINE members, $5 for the public
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
GETTING TO THE MEAT OF IT
Omega-3 Family Farm is a local farm that sells meat high in Omega-3 with a specially patented feed. Learn how this meat is good for your heart, brain and gut. Join in some fun games and sample their meat.
Cost: Free for VINE members, $5 for the public
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
VIRTUAL GLOBAL VOYAGERS: ULYSSES & JULIA GRANT
Ulysses and Julia Grant had a loving marriage for 37 years. Throughout their relationship, they endured hardship, poverty and separation, but also the joys of parenthood, national fame and an unbreakable bond. Park Ranger Nick Sacco will discuss their relationship and examine how they supported each other.
Cost: Free for VINE members, $5 for the public
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
DEMENTIA FRIENDS: ACT ON ALZHEIMER’S
Dementia Friends is changing the way we think, act and talk about dementia. Learn five key messages about dementia, what it’s like to live with the disease and how to turn your understanding into action.
Cost: Free for VINE members, $5 for the public
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
THE NEXT CHAPTER: AGELESS MAKEUP FOR WOMEN 50+
Carolyn will demonstrate makeup application tips and strategies for women 50+ on Candee Deichman.
Cost: Free for VINE members, $5 for the public
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
MANKATO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
From sports themes to movie soundtracks, we know the sound of victory and accomplishment when we hear it. The Sounds of Success will get your blood pumping and put you in a winning spirit.
Cost: Free for VINE members, $5 for the public
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
FIVE WISHES: HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVE
A Five Wishes document gives you a way to control how you are treated if you get seriously ill and cannot speak for yourself. This easy-to-complete form lets you say exactly what you want and don’t want. Once completed and properly signed, it is valid under MN law.
Cost: Free for VINE members, $5 for the public
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
UKULELES, GUITARS, PIANOS – OH MY
Learn about the different styles of ukuleles, guitars and more. Howard will give a demonstration on how easy they are to play.
Cost: Free for VINE members, $5 for the public
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
VINE DINING: TEN20 TAVERN
Located in the Mankato Travel Center, Ten20 Tavern is wowing customers with their delicious food. Join your VINE friends for lunch and hear about the new restaurant. Attendees are responsible for purchasing their food and drinks.
Cost: Free for VINE members, $5 for the public
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
THE CHILDHOOD OF ELEANOR ROOSEVELT
Most of us know about the famous Roosevelt families of New York, but we don’t know the facts behind the scenes of Eleanor’s childhood. Hear about the challenges and tribulations that would later make Eleanor Roosevelt a strong leader and a feminist ahead of her time.
Cost: Free for VINE members, $5 for the public
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
A PAWS-ITIVELY GOOD TIME – MEET THE THERAPY DOGS
Spend some time with local therapy dog volunteer teams – dogs and their humans. Be entertained by fun tricks and obedience skills. Learn how you and your dog could become a certified volunteer team and help spread smiles and joy.
Cost: Free for VINE members, $5 for the public
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
ST PETER STATE HOSPITAL MUSEUM TOUR
Minnesota’s oldest and first state hospital for the mentally ill is a place where patients once tended crops, attended social events and danced to lively music. Tour the museum to see where the nurses and doctors worked and patients lived.
Cost: Free for VINE members, $5 for the public
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
NEW OUTDOOR RECREATION IN MANKATO
Learn about this new non-profit bringing recreational opportunities from around the world to our community. Hear about Nordic Exposure and future projects.
Cost: Free for VINE members, $5 for the public
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
Registration is encouraged for the following classes:
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Tuesday
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Friday
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 – Thursday
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Saturday
DISCOVER SUNNY PORTUGAL
Join your friends at VINE for a fun trip to sunny Portugal this fall!
From the Portuguese Riviera to the sunny cliffs of the Algarve, venture along Portugal’s stunning shoreline. Discover the charms of Lisbon. In Evora, step inside a medieval city with Roman ruins. Enjoy a leisurely 3-night stay in the Algarve region. Explore the soft sandy beaches and classic fishing villages. Take advantage of a free day to soak in the Portuguese sunshine and savor local flavors. Visit the charming town of Tavira with its Moorish inspired architecture and Renaissance style buildings. Encounter picturesque resort towns, winding cobblestone streets, oceanfront promenades, and quaint villages of perfection.
Optional 3-night pre-tour extension to Porto or 4-night post-tour extension to Madeira Island available.
Reservations are first come, first serve and can be made online at vinevolunteers.org or by stopping at the VINE Adult Community Center.
Contact Meghan at (507) 387-5587 or meghanv@vinevolunteers.org for more information.
VINE is partnering with Collette Travel for this guided trip with a portion of the proceeds benefiting VINE.
Cost: $3,369 – $4,099 Book before May 5 and save $200 per person!
The VINE Adult Community Center offers a number of different activities to partake in.
TREKKING
This group meets at different parks and trails each week Thursdays from 10-11 am. Trekking poles are available to rent.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday & Sunday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Day | Virtual Center | Virtual Center | Virtual Center | Virtual Center | Virtual Center | Virtual Center |
| 7 am - 11 pm | Zumba on-demand through ZIN Studios | Zumba on-demand through ZIN Studios | Zumba on-demand through ZIN Studios | Zumba on-demand through ZIN Studios | Zumba on-demand through ZIN Studios | Zumba on-demand through ZIN Studios |
| MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Swim 6-9:30 am | Open Swim 6-7 am | Open Swim 6-9:30 am | Open Swim 6-7 am | Open Swim 6-9:30 am | Open Swim 8-9:30 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 | Aqua Class Rotating 9:30-10:15 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 | Open Swim 10:30-11:30 am |
| Lap Swim 11:45 am - 12:45 pm | Aqua Yoga 1-1:45 pm | Lap Swim 11:45 am - 12:45 pm | Aqua Yoga 1-1:45 pm | ||
| Open Swim 12:45-2 pm | Aqua 3 2-2:45 pm | Open Swim 5-6 pm | Aqua 2 2-3 pm | ||
| Aqua 2 2-3 pm | Open Swim 3-5:15pm | Open Swim 3-6pm | |||
| Open Swim 3-6 pm | Aqua 2/3 5:15-6 pm |
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 – Thursday
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