The Wyoming Area Creative Arts Community (WACAC) was formed by an alliance of artists, musicians, performers, photographers, and writers, with a goal of enriching the quality of life in the Wyoming area by facilitating inspirational venues where regional, national, and international cultural activities can illuminate, educate, and entertain.
The Art Center Hosts Classes and events for all ages and abilities.
This arts community is committed to celebrating the diversity of the region surrounding Wyoming, MN by offering an array of affordable cultural opportunities and experiences designed to appeal and be accessible to all.
Adult enrichment and recreational classes are offered year round and include a wide variety of classes and workshops from gardening to pickleball, from yoga to photography, and from writing clubs to parenting workshops all at a low rate. We hope you can join us!
29330 Olinda Trail in Lindstrom, MN 55045
North Branch Area Community Education offers a variety of senior programs. Programming is based on the needs of area seniors. Offerings are current and programming may change often. Contact us at [email protected] or visit www.nbaceonline.org for more information.
Juniper- through a network of local leaders, community organizations and health systems, Juniper delivers programs to help adults manage chronic health conditions, prevent falls, and foster well-being. If you are coping with high blood pressure, heart disease, COPD, arthritis, diabetes, or other chronic conditions. Juniper can support your efforts to live life as fully and independently as possible.
Juniper’s programs are evidence based and proven to make a positive difference in quality of life measures such as feeling more in control, less stressed, and able to do more of what makes you feel well. Classes include strategies and exercises to take an active tole in managing your health and well-being, and are offered in three program categories: Falls Prevention, Diabetes Prevention and Self-Management, and Chronic Pain & Disease Management.
The Library is a resource for nearly any informational need a person might have. We have books in regular print and large print available as well as books on CD, Digital books and DVDs. We also provide more nontraditional items for loaning –such as physical fitness kits and brain fitness kits. All of these items and more are available for check out for three weeks at a time, free of charge to residents of Minnesota. Beyond loaning items, the library is a great resource for social events. We have monthly book club meetings the third Thursday of every month and frequently host author visits and educational programs.
Family Pathways Aging Services offers evidence-based classes such as: Caregiver essentials, Dementia Now What, Healthy Eating for Caregivers, Stress Awareness for Caregivers, Caring Through The Holidays, and Caregiving: Making Memories.
Meet with older, active adults who want to stay connected with others in the community. Members of this group go on day trips, learn new skills, enjoy new activities, and participate in anything the group deems worthy. Cost: $25 a year to be part of this fun group!
29330 Olinda Trail in Lindstrom, MN 55045
The Senior LinkAge Line® is a free service in Minnesota that connects older Minnesotans and their families with the help they need. Assistance is provided over the phone or in person on a regular basis.
Outreach sites in Chisago County:
Giese Memorial Library (Wyoming)
Last Thursday every month (1pm – 4pm)
Chisago County Senior Center (North Branch)
Last Wednesday every month (9am – 1pm)
Chisago Lakes Area Library (Chisago City)
First Wednesday every Month (1pm – 4 pm)
Meet with older, active adults who want to stay connected with others in the community. Members of this group go on day trips, learn new skills, enjoy new activities, and participate in anything the group deems worthy. Cost: $5 a year to be part of this fun group.
Well Connected is a phone and online program offering no-cost activities, education, friendly conversation, and an assortment of classes and support groups to older adults. Join as a participant and/or as a volunteer – all from the comfort of home.