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Join Bill Vossler and others on Zoom or Whitney to discuss two essays, “The Diary of Samuel Pepys,“ and “High, Wide, and Lonesome,“ by Hal Borland. Please read the essays before the session, as we will use the time to discuss and reflect. Meeting ID: 848 7638 4748 Passcode: essays

Join Us Virtually for Senior Yoga with Melissa on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 10 to 10:45 AM Need a sturdy chair, water bottle Take this to your comfort and listen to your body Passcode: 527330 Meeting ID: 835 0494 6681

Muscle incorporates athletic-based exercises that improve upper body conditioning. You'll move through sever "blocks", which are groups of exercises that focus on different muscle groups. The focus of this class is on toning muscles and building overall strength. Note: this class intended for the Active Senior and will be taught both in person and virtual. Meeting ID: 835 0494 6681 Passcode: 527330

Spring Forest Qigong is a simple, efficient, yet effective method for helping you manage and reduce stress, heal physical and emotional pain, and enhance your quality of life! Anyone - regardless of ability, age or beliefs - can practice Spring Forest Qigong to become healthier and happier. Benefits of Qigong include stronger muscles, improved metabolism and digestion, balanced energy, mental clarity, and improved movement. Instructor: Jerry Wellik Meeting ID: 835 0494 6681 Passcode: 527330

Since June 2020, the Whitney Senior Center has registered to host TED Circles, an “open community of small groups that engage in conversations about big ideas.” TED Circles discussions are based on monthly themes provided by TED. Whitney’s TED Circles are hosted by RSVP Volunteer Lalita Subrahmanyan on Zoom every Monday, from 12:00-1:00 pm. So far, we have discussed TED Talks on themes such as the Environment, Designing with Humanity and Resilience. Participants, some of whom attend regularly, say that through TED Circles they have met interesting people from a variety of backgrounds in the St. Cloud area and learned new perspectives on issues they have never thought about before. We would love for you all to participate! Meeting ID: 843 2402 1750 Passcode: 564807

Mondays, May 23-June 6, 1:00pm-4:00pm * Must preregister for all sessions. This class is for beginners and intermediate artists. We will be covering all new techniques. I will have supplies available for purchase. A new painting will be done every week. Come and join in on the fun! The class needs at least 8 participants to run. The cost is $21.50 for members or $36.50 for non-members (includes day pass fee of $5.00 per session). Sharon is a wonderful instructor and enjoys sharing her talents and skills with the class!

Gentle Pilates Mondays and Friday 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm Need a Mat, Water Bottle, and optional Rolled up towel to support neck and Theraband to assist with the roll-up movement If this is your first time - please watch through the class the first time to learn the movements. Reminders to take things to your comfort and listen to your body. If it hurts don't do it, if your head or neck gets tired in any of the movements let it to you mat.

Deepen your connections to self and others and Foster empathy and healing. Join Whitney's LyricaliTea Circle on Monday, June 6th, and July 11th from 2:30 to 4 PM. This circle will be led by Lyricality's Director and award-winning writer, Tracy Rittmueller. For all who wish to learn creative practices that silence unhelpful criticism, access your inner wisdom, and connect you to a supportive community. Meeting ID: 828 3269 0004 Passcode: writing This circle is made possible in part by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Central MN Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.