Senior Center
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The Senior Connections Newsletter offers a variety of news and information featuring events, meetings, classes, and more! Call 218.299.5514 or email moorheadseniors@moorheadmn.gov to sign-up.
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| THE LUNCH BUNCH: SENIOR MEALS | |
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Monday-Friday | 11:45 am | Reservations should be made 24 hours in advance by calling the Food Site Manager at 218.299.5519 between the hours of 10 am-12:30 pm. Enjoy a hot, nutritious, congregate meal! A suggested donation of $5 is kindly requested if you are age 60 and older. Persons under the age of 60 are required to pay $9. NSI provides this service in part, under the Federal Older Americans Act through a contract with the NWRDC under an area plan approved by the Minnesota Board on Aging. Interested in Meals on Wheels? Call 218.287.0434
Click here for a printable pdf of Fargo/Moorhead/West Fargo Area Food Pantries and Meal Sites. |
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| WEEKLY ACTIVITIES | |
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Artist Group: Thursdays, 1-3 pm Bridge: Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, 12:30-4 pm Double Pinochle: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:30 am-12 pm Mahjong: Tuesdays, 1-4 pm Social Circle: Monday-Friday, 8:30-10:30 am Whist: Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, 1-4 pm Zippity Zingers Group Singing: Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30 am
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| MONTHLY EVENTS | |
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Movement Education with Total Balance 1st Tuesday | 10-11 am No RSVP required. Join Total Balance Physical Therapy and Fitness in learning how to look for and deal with pain in everyday activities. Each month features a different discussion topic while showing movement exercises that are good to use in everyday living. 2026 Schedule
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2nd and 4th Wednesday | 12:30-4 pm Socialize with other quilters while working on your own project. Individuals come together to share their knowledge, ideas, and techniques. All skill levels welcome! |
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3rd Thursday | Fryn' Pan, 2920 Hwy 10 East, Moorhead Breakfast starting at 8:45 am, Guest Speaker starts at 9:30 am Each month features a guest speaker with various topics pertaining to the needs and interests of adults 55+. Breakfast will be on your own, ordered off the menu. 2026 Schedule
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2nd Wednesday | 1-2:30 pm Memory Cafe is a free social gathering where people experiencing mild to moderate memory loss, and their care partners, come together in a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment. At Memory Cafe we are committed to reminding our participants they are valued, significant members of our local community by changing the way we think about memory loss. 2026 Schedule
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| SPECIAL EVENTS | |
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AARP Free Income Tax Assistance BY APPOINTMENT ONLY - Call or text 701.335.6509 Thursdays at the Hjemkomst | February 5-April 9, 2026 | 9 am-3 pm AARP and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) are once again sponsoring free income tax services to the elderly, low and moderate income taxpayers of all ages with special attention to those 60 and older. Certified IRS volunteers have been trained to prepare and electronically file your income tax returns. Every taxpayer's return is quality reviewed and all information is kept confidential.
Additional locations:
Volunteer tax preparers will not take phone calls. Rent rebates will be done up until April 14.
Please do not call the Hjemkomst Center with specific tax inquiries. They are only a host site and cannot answer questions. |
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Spring Into Fun & Ice Cream Social featuring Jazz Squares Wednesday, May 21, 2025 | 12-1:30 pm | Register by calling 218.299.5514 Price is $8/person and includes lunch from Concordia Catering. Time for a spring party! Price includes lunch from Concordia Catering and a live line dancing performance by the Jazz Squares. The meal is a backyard favorite! Hamburger or cheeseburger (condiment options included), baked beans, potato salad, and fudge brownie that you may or may not want to include with your ice cream bar toppings. Meal is not a part of NSI Senior Meals. Punch cards not accepted. |
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Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | 12-1:30 pm | Register by calling 218.299.5514. Price is $8/person and includes lunch from Concordia Catering. Join us for an autumn celebration at the Pumpkin Palooza Party, hosted by the Moorhead Senior Center! This delightful event invites attendees to embrace the vibrant spirit of fall while enjoying an afternoon filled with fun, creativity, and community connection. Mark your calendar and experience the joy of the season with us! Special attractions include:
Meal is not a part of NSI Senior Meals. Punch cards not accepted. |
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Merry & Bright Bash featuring Apollo Strings Wednesday, December 3, 2025 | 12-1:30 pm | Register by calling 218.299.5514 before December 1. Price is $8/person and includes lunch from Concordia Catering. Time for a festive holiday party with a live performance by the Apollo Strings and a guest appearance from Santa! The meal is scrumptious cabbage rolls, au gratin potatoes, California blend veggies, dinner roll, and tapioca pudding with strawberry glaze topping. Meal is not a part of NSI Senior Meals. Punch cards not accepted. |
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The rules are simple and easy for beginners to learn. Visit pickleball.com for more information and rules of game play. Instructors are not at the location, and those attending will rotate play. Paddles are available upon request and space is limited. No registration required. Available indoors for individuals 55+.
Outdoor Courts
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Wednesdays | June-July, 2026 | 11 am Meet in lobby before walking around Viking Ship Park | Register online here or day of. Walk for the health of it! No cost and all abilities welcome! Weather and temperature permitting. Dress for success! Items to consider are good walking shoes, temperature-appropriate clothing or layers, and sunscreen. |
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Water Exercise Join our certified aquatics exercise instructor in this class that will leave you feeling refreshed and energized! These classes will use a mix of cardio and strength exercises to increase your flexibility, range of motion and tone your body, while maintaining low-impact on your joints. We will incorporate a variety of movements, equipment, and up-beat music to enhance your workout. All ability levels are welcome! Click here for more information on cost, location, dates, times, and to register. |
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| SENIOR SAFETY | |
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Valley Triad Meets the last Tuesday of the month at Hjemkomst Center | 9:30-10:30 am Valley Triad is a nonprofit comprised of seniors, service agencies and law enforcement working together. Valley Triad meets monthly to develop projects and educational programs for Cass-Clay county seniors. 2026 dates for "911 What's Your Emergency?" Safety Seminars from 1-3 pm:
Save the date for the September 10, 2026 Senior Safety Academy! |
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Senior Safety Resources
FM Ride Source - Transportation Options in the FM Area Visit www.fmridesource.com to identify transportation options. FM Ride Source provides the metro area of Fargo and West Fargo, ND and Moorhead and Dilworth, MN with transportation options for people with disabilities and those over age 60. The list of providers in the website is not an endorsement of their service by the cities of Fargo or Moorhead.
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Resource Guide for Elders and their Families in Cass and Clay Counties
- This comprehensive guide lists programs, organizations and agencies in Cass County, North Dakota and Clay County, Minnesota.
- Pick up a free hard copy at the Moorhead Senior Center or view it digitally by clicking here. Once on the website click on the blue button "Download Resource Guide."
Contact Us
To learn more about ongoing programs and special events offered, or to sign up for our newsletter, call 218.299.5514. Click here to view the Winter Weather Policy.
Moorhead Senior Center
202 1 Ave N
Moorhead, MN 56560
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