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Independent School District 622 Gladstone 55+ Center 1945 Manton St Maplewood MN 55109 651-748-7250 NON-PROFIT ORG U.S. POSTAGE PAID TWIN CITIES MN PERMIT NO. 4263 Gladstone 55+ Program Hours Monday – Friday 8 AM – 3:30 PM Program Staff Cheryl Gysbers Coordinator Francine Evans Meals on Wheels Specialist Christopher Cook Receptionist Mary Kay Olson Program Clerk Program Mission To enhance the quality of life of adults by promoting, sponsoring and coordinating programs and services that advocate for independence and well-being. Travel Ed-Ventures for the Young at Heart Sights, Sounds, History & Geology of the Apostle Island Sea Caves and Ultimate Apostle Islands Camping, Sea Caves, Beaches & Exploration Experience Two Apostle Island tour packages designed specifically for Community Education. Touring the islands by motor boat, kayaking the sea caves, exploring sunken ships while snorkeling (water conditions permitting) hiking and more hiking, and plenty of great food - a wonderful opportunity to explore this National Park. See www.isd622.org/ae then click on Vacation Ed-Ventures. Travel Opportunities View beautiful scenery and spectacular architecture, plus hear about exciting travel opportunities! Attend an Extended Travel Showcase by Landmark Travel. Fri, Feb 3 or Fri Apr 28, 10:00–11:00 am, Gladstone Cost: FREE, please preregister online or by calling 651-748-7232. Retire and Travel Free Learn about volunteer, work-vacations and paid travel opportunities plus tips on packing, travel websites, solo travel, safety, how to avoid scams, and the top 50 travel words to know in any language. Date: Mon, Apr 24 Time: 6:00–9:30 pm Cost: $29 or $49/couple Class #: AET1 Location: District Ed Center, 101 Young at Heart Camp August 21-26 Laurentian Environmental Center 8950 Peppard Rd, Britt MN 55710 A mix of indoor and outdoor, naturalist-led activities including wilderness walks and hikes, nature crafts, a 12-station challenge co urse, a 32-foot climbing wall, archery, game field and water recreation including canoes/ rowboats. For information and to register call Barb at 651-621-7489. The Laurentian Environmental Center is owned and operated by Mounds View Public Schools.