The Elder Cafe
Join us for Fun and Entertainment at the East Side Cafe
When: 2nd Thursday of each month.
Where: East Side Cafe events willl be held virtually until further notice. We can’t wait until it’s safe enough to gather with you!

September Elder Cafe – Bingo
Join us for bingo at the Elder Cafe! After lunch, grab a bingo card and try to win a fabulous prize!Please consider bringing a donation of non-perishable food or personal care items to the event. These donations are distributed to seniors in need. When: Thursday,...

August Elder Cafe: Major Taylor
Join us for the August Elder Cafe! After we enjoy lunch, meet the author of Major Taylor, an inspiring story of an African American athlete in the early 1900’s. Please consider bringing a donation of non-perishable food or personal care items to the event. We will be...

July Elder Cafe – Pawsitivity Service Dogs
Join us for the July Elder Cafe! After a delicious lunch, hear about Pawsitivity Service Dogs. They are a nonprofit that rescues dogs and trains them as service dogs for people with disabilities such as PTSD, Epilepsy, Autism and Diabetes.Please consider bringing a...

June Elder Cafe – Malt Shop Melodies
Are you ready to Rock Around the Clock? Join us for the next Elder Cafe on June 13th for a rocking performance by Malt Shop Melodies. Steve and Kristin take you on a non-stop musical journey through the 50's & 60's with hits like "Rock Around the Clock,"...

May Elder Cafe: Drumming Circle
All are welcome for the next Elder Cafe on Thursday, May 9th from 12pm to 2pm. After a delicious lunch, we will enjoy a program by the Ogitchidakwe Council Drumming Circle. The council will perform for us and talk about their work towards breaking the silence to end...

March Elder Cafe – Somali Museum
Enjoy learning about our Somali neighbors: their history, their art and culture, and participate in a discussion on cultural norms, misconceptions and stereotypes. Our guest presenter will be from the Somali Museum of Minnesota. We will also experience the food and...