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Upcoming classes and events at ESNS
October 25, 2016 - November 3, 2016
East Side Neighborhood Services, 1700 Second St. NE, is offering the following classes and activities. For more information or to register, visit www.esns.org or call 612-787-4045.
Vital Fitness, Tuesdays in October, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., drop by for East Side’s Vital Fitness group, which meets weekly for a variety of exercises that improve balance, strength, and coordination. There is no cost to participate. For more information, contact Gloria at 612-787-4076.
Employment Orientation Meeting, Tuesday, Oct. 25, at 9:30 a.m. ESNS’ Senior Community Service Employment Program will host this orientation meeting in search of low-income seniors, 55 and older, in Hennepin County, who are interested in paid on-the-job training in a variety of community based settings. For more information visit www.esns.org/SCSEP or call Macey at 612-787-4090.
A Matter of Balance, Wednesdays, Oct. 19-Dec. 7, 10 a.m.-noon, an award-winning, eight-week program on how to view falls as controllable, make changes to reduce fall risks at home, perform exercises that improve strength and balance, and set goals to increase physical activity. The cost is based on ability to pay. For more information or to register call 612-787-4045 or email eva@esns.org.
Nordeast Big River Brew Fest, Saturday, Oct. 22, 1-4 p.m., at ESNS.
Elder Law Clinic, Saturday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., neighborhood seniors can meet with an attorney for a free half-hour consultation. For an appointment, contact Laura at 612-781-6011 or lmurphy@esns.org.
Free Computer Basics Training, Monday-Friday, Oct. 24-28, includes basic computer, Microsoft Word, Internet, Gmail, Computer Practice/Review, and the Northstar Certification Exam. Contact Denise Bryant at 612-787-4021 to RSVP.
Set Goals, Take Action For Your Health, Tuesday, Oct. 25, at 10 a.m., learn how participating in Empowering Vital Aging classes can help you learn techniques that reduce your risk of falls and the fear of falling and how to manage conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, chronic pain, depression, and vision or hearing loss.
Living Well Workshop, Tuesdays, Nov. 1-Dec. 6, 9:30-11:30 a.m. To register call 612-787-4045 or email eva@esns.org.
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager, Thursday, Nov. 3, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., a one-day certification class to prepare for a career in food service preparation and safety. Participants can take the test on the same day or the following morning. Every food preparation facility requires a ServSafe Manager, which could give participants an advantage when applying for jobs, or lead to higher wages. To register, contact Camri at 612-787-4068.
