Minnesota Viking Museum
Monday, 3/18/2024 |
| Re-live football memories at the museum in Eagan. Connect with the Viking Legends
when you hear unique stories, see artifacts and memorable firsts and much more in
the displays and interactive exhibits. After a tour guide shares the highlights, explore
on your own or visit the pro shop. Afterwards, lunch is included at Casper’s Cherokee
of Eagan. When registering indicate your choice of 5oz sirloin or beer battered walleye
strips. Our next stop is nearby, the Triple Diamond Sports Breaks, where we’ll learn
about sports cards, memorabilia and collectibles. A fun day for sports fans. |
| Depart: 9:15AM -
Return: 3:00PM -
Cost: $
88
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A Unique Tour of St Paul
Wednesday, 4/10/2024 |
| The St Paul Literary Crawl is an enlightening tour, originated by our step on guide.
Many world class writers such as F. Scott Fitzgerald, Sinclair Lewis, Vince Flynn,
Kent Krueger, Charles Schulz, Kate DiCamillo and others have their roots in the St
Paul area. Our guide will show us pertinent sites and neighborhoods and share how
the city influenced the writers and how they captured the city in their stories. After
the tour, visit the Minnesota History Center and have lunch on your own at their cafe.
The History Center’s featured exhibit “The Life and Art of Charles M. Schulz” has
been well received. Learn about the creation of the Peanuts comic strip and enjoy
the special interactive activities. Take some time to see other exhibits as well. |
| Depart: 8:45AM -
Return: 3:45PM -
Cost: $
84
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Taking Care of Our Earth
Tuesday, 4/23/2024 |
| Earth Week is a great time to learn about waste reduction and recycling. Today, tour
two different facilities. Recycling and Energy (R & E) in Newport handles all the
trash from Ramsey & Washington Counties and recovers metal for recycling, recovers
resources to make fuel to produce electricity, and recovers organics using robotics.
The other facility, Eureka Recycling Material Recovery Facility in Mpls uses conveyor
belts, magnets, etc, to sort recycled materials into many categories – including paper,
cardboard, glass, & plastics then bundles them to be sold. Tours are on-site and require
signed waivers, sturdy enclosed shoes (no sandals), and involve climbing sets of stairs.
Protective equipment will be provided, ie. hard hats, vests, safety glasses. Such
an educational day! Lunch is included at Keys Restaurant in Roseville. Choice of soup
and ham & cheese sandwich or small roasted turkey dinner. Space is limited. |
| Depart: 9:15AM -
Return: 4:30PM -
Cost: $
90
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Tribute to the Music of ABBA
Friday Matinee, 5/3/2024 |
| NOTE: Trip has been changed to lunch and matinee. Lunch has been arranged at Liberty’s
Restaurant in Red Wing. Then head to the Sheldon Theatre for an entertaining concert
by ABBAFAB. The talented vocalists and musicians have played to sold-out crowds across
the U.S. and abroad, and are considered the most entertaining ABBA tribute on the
market today! The multimedia production features some of greatest music produced in
the 70s and 80s including hits such as Waterloo, Fernando, Honey Honey, Dancing Queen
and countless others. Enjoy the fun! Payment deadline April 1.
Choices for lunch & departure/return times have yet to be determined. Please call
for more information. |
| Depart: TBD -
Return: TBD -
Cost: $
115
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Sing Me a Country Song:
Saturday, 5/11/2024 |
| Colleen Raye, Bobby Vandell and the Midwest Wranglers bring a power packed show with
the biggest hits in country music to the Phipps Theater in Hudson. Lots of fun stories,
music and personality featuring country favorites by Patsy Cline, George Jones, Tammy
Wynette, Johnny Cash and much more. Before the show, dine nearby at the Pier 500 Restaurant.
Order off the menu, dinner is on your own. Space is limited. Payment deadline April
5. |
| Depart: 10:15AM -
Return: 5:00PM -
Cost: $
80
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Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Wednesday, 5/22/2024 |
| Set in the vibrant pop industry of the 1960s and 70s, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
is the true story of Carole’s journey from ordinary schoolgirl to Grammy Award winning
superstar. The jukebox musical features a huge cast of singers and dancers who perform
over 24 of her greatest hits -“One Fine Day,” “The Locomotion,” “Natural Woman,” “Will
You Love Me Tomorrow,” plus many more. Lunch included. Excellent seats. Payment deadline
April 17. |
| Depart: 10:15AM -
Return: 5:15PM -
Cost: $
120
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The New Kingston Trio
Thursday, 6/13/2024 |
| Enjoy a memorable afternoon of folk music with the legendary Kingston Trio at the
Paramount St Cloud theater. Tap your feet and sing along to their iconic hits like
“Tom Dooley” and “Where Have All the Flowers Gone”. Some great songs from the late
50s and early 60s. Lunch in St Cloud is included prior to the performance. If time
allows, we’ll stop to smell the flowers at the St Cloud gardens. Payment deadline
May 6. |
| Depart: 9:15AM -
Return: 6:15PM -
Cost: $
117
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Saints Baseball Game
Wednesday, 6/19/2024 |
| Watch the entertaining St Paul Saints play the Toledo Mud Hens. The infield reserved
seats in section 112 are between first and third base, partially shaded. The Saints
are known for their innovative promotions and their "Fun Is Good" attitude. Take your
credit cards as concessions are cashless. Game time 1:07 pm. Payment deadline May
10. |
| Depart: 11:45AM -
Return: 5:00PM -
Cost: $
72
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Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Wednesday, 6/26/2024 |
| See description under May 22. Deadline for payment May 24 |
| Depart: 10:15AM -
Return: 5:15PM -
Cost: $
120
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Twins vs. Cleveland Guardians
Sunday, 8/11/2024 |
| Catch the action at this 1:10 pm game at Target Field. Great seats in section 107
in line with first base. Some rows are covered/shaded. Bring your credit/debit card
for the cashless stadium. Payment deadline July 15. |
| Depart: 11:45AM -
Return: 5:30PM -
Cost: $
94
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