(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 international trips.
Art Quest
Art Guild with Open Studio
Work independently on your art with other artists. Enjoy the social interactions and share ideas. Bring your own supplies.
Paint and Draw
Registration is required. Supplies are provided.
Art for Everyone
Registration is required
RegisterGet your Yarn on
Bring your own supplies and work on your project with fellow yarn crafters. Registration is required
RegisterCAREGIVER GUILT
Join us for a supportive conversation exploring the guilt that often accompanies caregiving. Together, we’ll examine common sources of caregiver guilt, learn practical ways to reframe self-blaming thoughts and discuss coping strategies that can help lighten the emotional load. This program offers a compassionate, judgment-free space for caregivers to feel understood and supported.
Cost: Free and open to the public.
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
THE AMERICAN PRAIRIE, IN PICTURES & POEMS
Celebrate the beauty and vitality of our native prairies. Henry and Susan will share insights on what makes prairies so valuable to our planet, plus tips on how to establish and maintain these vibrant ecosystems. They’ll weave in poetry inspired by their time among the wildflowers and grasses of Henry’s restored prairie near Good Thunder, where they gather each year with fellow poets to reflect and write. Expect an afternoon of learning, nature and lyrical reflection.
Cost: Free for VINE members; $5 for non-members.
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
TIMELESS WELLNESS: HYDRATION
Are you getting enough water each day? Discover why proper hydration is essential for your health and well-being. Learn how much water you should be drinking daily, the benefits of staying hydrated and how it impacts your overall health.
Cost: Free for VINE members; $5 for non-members.
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
MANKATO BALTICS VINTAGE BASE BALL
The world of vintage base ball (yes, “base ball”) is similar to today’s major leagues, but the sport in the 1860s was simpler and more of a “gentleman’s game.” Learn about those origins and today’s Vintage Base Ball Association from longtime participant Stumbles Lagerquist and Maverick Hayden, and impress your friends with your knowledge of vintage base ball, the way it was meant to be played.
Cost: Free for VINE members; $5 for non-members.
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT AMONG OLDER ADULTS IN MANKATO
MSU-Mankato Community-Engaged Research students partnered with the city of Mankato to design and conduct a study on college students’ and older adults’ experiences in Mankato. The study, which included focus groups held at VINE, explored participants’ connection to the city and experiences with public amenities such as parks and transportation. Hear key findings from the study and what participants shared about life in Mankato.
Cost: Free for VINE members; $5 for non-members.
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
GUIDED WRITING WORKSHOP: POINT OF VIEW
Join Adelia for a workshop exploring how life experience, personality and voice shape perspective and point of view in writing. Adelia will guide participants through interactive prompts designed to build empathy and experiment with different points of view. Learn key POV styles, practical techniques for using them effectively and get take-home exercises to continue developing your skills. Participants should save their work and bring it to the upcoming revision workshop.
Cost: Free and open to the public.
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
PICKLEBALL CLINIC
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.
Registration is encouraged for the following classes:
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
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
Saturday
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.
Spotlight on New York City Holiday
Experience the “Big Apple” at its festive best. There’s nothing like the beauty of the glittering lights of New York during the holidays.
Cost: Starting at $3,099 per person
Registration Deadline: May 30, 2026
Discover Italian Vistas
From the ancient ruins of Pompeii to the chic charm of the Isle of Capri, embark on a spectacular Italian getaway. Delve deeper into its history and culture as you visit some of the world’s most beautiful locales.
Cost: Starting at $6,599 per person
Registration Deadline: October 20, 2026
Alaska Discovery Land & Cruise
Traverse the Pacific coast by land and sea aboard one of Holland America Cruise Lines’ lovely ships on a breathtaking journey that takes you from Alaska to Vancouver, British Columbia. This is Alaska as you always imagined.
Cost: Starting at $7,399 per person
Registration Deadline: October 18, 2026
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.
4/23: Williams Nature Center
4/30: Arboretum at Gustavus
5/7: Sakatah Trail, Eagle Lake (County Rd 3 to 86)
5/14: Rasmussen Woods
5/21: Indian Lake
5/28: 7 Mile Creek Park (meet at last parking lot)
| MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY |
| 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 Kickboxing 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 | Aqua Yoga 11:45 am - 12:30 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 | Open Swim 5 - 6:30 pm | Lap Swim 12:45-1:30 pm |
| Aqua 2 2-3 pm | Aqua Chi 3-3:45pm | Aqua Cardio & Core Blast 3-3:45pm | |||
| Open Swim 3-6:30 pm | Open Swim 3:45-5:30 pm | Open Swim 3:45-6:30 pm | |||
| Instructor's Choice 5:30-6:15 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 – Friday
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