Activity Center - Ongoing Activities

The Activity Center has a wide variety of fun and educational opportunities going on every week. A summary of offerings is listed below. Call the Activity Center for dates and times, and to register.

Cards & games

poker hand

Join us on Thursdays for poker.

  • Darts
  • Bridge - Mondays
  • Bridge Fun for Everyone
  • Dominoes - 2nd & 4th Mondays
  • Scrabble - Mondays
  • Hand & Foot - Wednesdays
  • Cribbage - Tuesdays
  • 500 Cards - Thursdays
  • Poker - Thursdays
  • Stay & Play Bingo—varies
  • Bridge & 500 Lessons—beginner and intermediate available
  • Wii Bowling—ongoing

Computer interest

  • Before & After Computers
    Frequent Card Holder free; Non Card Holder $1
    Lively discussion each meeting on something of interest to the beginner as well as the expert computer person.
  • Computer Ease: Designed for the Beginning PC User
    Frequent Card holders $30/3 2-hour sessions; Non Card holders $36/3 2-hour sessions
    A beginning computer class.
  • Digital Camera Lab
    Frequent Card holders free; Non Card holders $1/hour
    Get the most out of your digital camera. Learn how to edit your photos. Instructor: Glen Keener
  • Open Computer Lab
    Frequent Card holders free; Non Card holders $1/hour
    Personal tutoring at your level. Bring your computer questions, word processing, database, scanning, or explore the internet & email. Instructors: Frank/Mark

Crafts & arts

two women scrapbooking

Scrapbooking

  • Cardmaking
    Volunteers recycle used greeting cards into new cards, which are then sold at the Activity Center to the general public.
  • Helping Hands
    Every stitch makes a difference! Join the group for a charity knit or crochet-along. 4-ply yarn donations needed.
  • Open Artists Studio
    Work on individual projects (paint, draw, crafts, etc.)
  • Preemie Blanket Bee
    Make comforting quilts for babies in our local hospital.
  • Primitive Rug Hooking
    Frequent Card holders free; Non Card holders $1
    Enjoy social time while rug hooking.
  • Scrapbooking Club, Open Studio & Basics Class
    Daytime Club: Frequent Card holders free; Non Card holders $1
    Evening Open Studio: Frequent Card holders free; Non Card holders $1
    Basics Class:  Frequent Card holders $8; Non Card holders $10
    Get your photos out of unsafe albums and into scrapbooks. The Cricut machine is available for use—a fun way to cut shapes and letters. Creative Memories Consultant: Trudy.
  • Stampin' Up Class
    Frequent Card holders $11; Non Card holders $13
    Includes all supplies and matching envelopes. Create 6 greeting cards. Demonstrator: Tammy Williams.
  • Raspberry Patch
    Gift items for sale in the display case.

Dance with us

  • Afternoon Squares
    Frequent Card holders $4/wk; Non Card holders $5/wk
    The Afternoon Squares have square danced at the Hopkins Activity Center for 29 years. Caller Abe Maier does mainstream and plus calls. Visit www.afternoonsquares.com.
  • Community Ballroom Dances
    Enjoy ballroom dances in February, May & October. Co-sponsored by Hopkins Community Education, Minnetonka Community Education, Minnetonka Senior Services, and Hopkins Activity Center. Call 952-401-6800 to register. Dances held at Hopkins Eisenhower Community Center.
  • Dancing For Fun
    Frequent Card holders $4/wk; Non Card holders $5/wk
    Learn basic round dances, have fun dancing and enjoy the fellowship of others. A dance partner is needed. Instructors: Ken & Barb LaBau.
  • Intermediate Line Dance Lessons
    Frequent Card holders $5/wk; Non Card holders $6/wk
    Get up and dance to your favorite line dance song! Prerequisite: beginning line dance lessons.
  • Jazzberries
    Frequent Card holders free; Non Card holders $1
    Volunteer senior performance group with a touch of tap and jazz.
  • Tap Dance Lessons
    Frequent Card holders $68; Non Card holders $72 for 8 classes
    Learn tap steps and routines with some great music! Instructor: Stephanie Stockton.

Educational opportunities

  • NORC Lectures for Lifetime Learners
    Lectures are held at Hopkins Activity Center. Lectures are co-sponsored by the Hopkins Activity Center, St. Louis Park Senior Program and NORC (Nurturing Our Retired Citizens).
  • Defensive Driving Class
    Defensive Driving courses for people 55-years old+, taught by Lieutenant John Nagel of the Minnesota State Patrol. Course includes lecture, films, and discussion. After participants complete the course, they are entitled to a 10%, 3-year discount on their auto insurance. Advance registration required.
    • 4-Hour Refresher Class (prerequisite: 8-hour class)
      Frequent Card holders $15; Non Card holders $18
    • 8-Hour Class: This 8-hour class qualifies for the senior auto insurance discount.
      Frequent Card holders $24; Non Card holders $27
  • Know Before You Throw Antiquing
    Frequent Card holders $1; Non Card holders $2
    Call to schedule your antique appraisal and discover information about your special treasure. Call for dates.
  • Cell Phone Lab
    Frequent Card Holder free; Non Card Holder $1
    Discover different areas of your phone so you can understand and use it better. Cell phone users of all wireless companies welcome. Instructor: Lisa of T-Mobile
  • The Art of Seeing: Photography Class & Slide Presentation
    Have fun while improving your picture taking skills. Call for dates.

Fitness

  • Soft Aerobics
    Frequent Card holders free; Non Card holders $1
    A one-hour fitness class formatted for seniors.
  • Enhance Fitness
    UCare for Senior Members free; Frequent Card holders $32/10 classes; Non Card holders $42/10 classes.
    Evidence-based exercise program that focuses on stretching, flexibility, balance, low impact aerobics and strength training exercises. Instructor: Ben Walker.
  • Fitness Focus
    Frequent Card holders $32/10 classes; Non Card holders $42/10 classes
    Join us for group exercise with certified exercise instructor, Ben Walker. Improve strength, tone, balance and flexibility.
  • Walk the Gym
    Walk on our measured course in the gym.  Call for available times.
  • Fitness Equipment
    Frequent Card holders free; Non Card holders $1
    A treadmill, elliptical machine, recumbent bikes and weights are available for use, with a TV for viewing.

Health & wellness

  • Blood Pressure Screenings
    1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 10:15-11:15 am. Free. Dee Lerman, R.N.
  • Foot Care
    Frequent Card holders $31; Non Card holders $33
    Participants receive a foot assessment, foot soak, trimming of toenails and maintenance of corns, calluses and ingrown nails. Provided by Happy Feet Foot Care, Inc. Call for appointment.
  • Hearing Screening & Hearing Aid Service
    Frequent Card holders $1; Non Card holders $2
    Hearing testing and/or cleaning of hearing aids. Call for your 15 minute appointment.
  • Managing Your Meds
    Frequent Card holders free; Non Card holders $1
    Pharmacy consultation with area pharmacist. Bring your medication list. Call for your 15 minute appointment.
  • T.O.P.S. (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly)
    Frequent Card holders free; Non Card holders $1
    A doctor directed diet group that is non-commercial and non-profit.

Leisure & entertainment

  • Book Club
    Monthly. Call for book and time.
  • Coffee Clutch
    Enjoy a free cup of coffee and treats sponsored by Golden Living Center Hopkins, Ridgepointe, Real Estate Specialists, and Golden Living Center Hillcrest.
  • Library
    Large print, paperbacks, audio books, children's videos, and jigsaw puzzles are available to check out at the Activity Center.

Quality of life

  • Alzheimer Support Group
    For caregivers & family members of those with Alzheimer’s disease or memory loss.  Co-sponsored by Open Circle.
  • Legal Consultations
    Frequent Card holders free; Non Card holders $1.
    Provided by area attorneys. Call for appointment.
  • Mens Discussion Group
    Frequent Card holders free; Non Card holders $1
    Discussion of current issues and interests to men age 55+.
  • See resources & assistance

Senior sports

Men's volleyball players

Senior men's volleyball players

  • Senior Open Gym
    Frequent Card holders free; Non Card holders $1
    Shoot hoops in a non-competitive environment.
  • Senior Men's Volleyball
    Frequent Card holders free; Non Card holders $1
    Season is Oct–Apr for men age 55+. Enjoy fun, camaraderie, exercise and some friendly competition.
  • Minnetonka/Hopkins Senior Bicyclers
    April-October. Visit www.martywirth.com for biking schedule.
  • Senior Bowling   
    Frequent Card holders $5.50/wk; Non Card holders $5.50/wk plus $9 registration fee.
    Enjoy fun, fitness, friendly competition & free coffee! Join at anytime. Call to register. Held at Tuttles Bowling Bar & Grill, Hopkins.
  • Senior Indoor Golf
    $18/week plus $6 registration fee
    Season runs from November-April at Bunker Indoor Golf Center, 14900 Hwy 7, Minnetonka.
  • West Metro Senior Softball League
    Season is May–Sept. 55+ call Bob at 612-922-8687 and 70+ call Jack at 952-922-6623.
  • Senior Tennis Players Club of Minnesota
    Opportunities for seniors 50 and older for their mental, physical and social well being, and to support the growth of tennis.  Call Dottie at 612-827-4918 or www.seniortennismn.com.

Contacts

  • Hopkins Activity Center
    33 14th Ave N
    952-939-1333

Hopkins Activity Center...and Beyond!

The Hopkins Activity Center brings quality programs and experiences beyond our
brick walls.

  • Mizpah First Tuesday Lunch
    Enjoy soup, sandwich, dessert & beverage at Mizpah United Church of Christ, 412 5th Ave N, Hopkins. Cost: $5 adults; $2.50 kids. No reservation needed.