(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
RegisterTHE IMPORTANCE OF VOTING WITH THE MN SECRETARY OF STATE
Join the Minnesota Secretary of State, Steve Simon, for a nonpartisan voter outreach event. He will discuss the importance of voting, Minnesota’s long history of civic engagement and high voter turnout, the aspects of Minnesota’s laws and civic culture that keep us among the top states for voter turnout, and the importance of local community civic engagement efforts.
Cost: Free for VINE members; $5 for non-members.
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
MAVERICK FAMILY NURSING SIMULATION CENTER
Learn about MSU-Mankato’s state-of-the-art Maverick Nursing Simulation Center, where future nurses train using cutting-edge technology and lifelike clinical scenarios. Learn how community volunteers bring these simulations to life by playing the roles of patients and family members. Erica will share examples from simulations, describe volunteer opportunities and explain how the next generation of healthcare professionals are training.
Cost: Free for VINE members; $5 for non-members.
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
BEHIND THE LENS: ALASKA
Come along with Benji for a breathtaking visual journey through The Last Frontier. He explores Juneau, the Kenai Peninsula, Cook Inlet, Talkeetna and Healy-plus the
awe-inspiring Denali, Kenai Fjords and Glacier Bay National Parks. Through his stunning photography and storytelling, you’ll experience Alaska’s vast wilderness, vibrant wildlife and majestic landscapes from the comfort of your chair.
Cost: Free for VINE members; $5 for non-members.
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM INFO SESSION
Learn about VINE’s free year-long Diabetes Prevention Program to help reduce your risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes and ask questions with the instructor.
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.
COMPUTER UNIVERSITY: BASIC COMPUTING
This beginner friendly class is designed for older adults who want to feel more confident using computers. No prior experience is required. We will start with the basics, turning a computer on, using the mouse and keyboard and understanding the desktop and gradually build toward everyday skills that make life easier.
Cost: Free for VINE members; $5 for non-members.
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
WHAT IS A FIX-IT CLINIC?
Julie brings her dedication to skill- building and keeping things out of the landfill to the new free Fix-It Clinics in Mankato! Fix-It Clinics offer free, guided assistance from volunteers with repair skills to disassemble, troubleshoot and (hopefully) fix small household appliances, clothing, electronics and more. Fix-It Clinics teach valuable troubleshooting and basic repair skills, build community connections and reduce the number of repairable items that are thrown in the trash. See how you can get help with your broken stuff and learn or offer your own valuable repair skills.
Cost: Free for VINE members; $5 for non-members.
Call (507) 387-1666 to register.
TIMELESS WELLNESS: PILATES
Improve your posture and body awareness through the principles of Pilates. Learn about proper alignment, ways to improve your posture and gain core strength.
Cost: Free for VINE members; $5 for non-members.
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.
2/19: Sakatah Trail at Wickersham (park off Hwy 22)
2/26: Red Jacket Trail-Pond Side
3/5: Bensen Park
3/12: Hiniker Pond
3/19: Sibley Park
3/26: Weagel Park
| 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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