A note from our President…..

The buds are popping. We just need a little heat and sun. Then everything’s going to really take off. Take off with us this month as we explore fun venues and make new friends.

Games People Play: fun and games at Elaine’s

Coffee Break—meet us at Patrick’s at Bachman’s for goodies and gab

Night-Time Book Talk—discuss “Under the Banner of Heaven”

Garden Tour—explores Caponi Art park

Lunch Bunch—visits Surly’s new brewery and restaurant

Ladies Night Out—test your trivia knowledge at Braemar’s Tin Fish

            Hope to see you soon!

Sally@TheWanderersMSP.org

ACTIVITIES

GAMES PEOPLE PLAY: Thursday, May 4^th, 7:00PM—at the home of Elaine Krantz

9700 Portland Ave., Bloomington             

There’ll be lots of fun and laughs. Please bring a snack or beverage to share.

RSVP by Monday, May 1st to Elaine@TheWanderersMSP.org

Directions:  #494 east to Portland Ave. exit.  Turn RIGHT (S) and follow to 98^thStreet. Complex is on your RIGHT at NW corner of 98^th/Portland.

 

COFFEE BREAK: Wednesday, May 10^th, 10:00AM––Patrick’s Bakery (at Bachman’s)

6010 Lyndale Ave. S., Mpls. 612-861-7600

Join us for coffee and delightful French treats among all the beautiful plants. If you’re still planning your yard and pots, bring your Bachman’s membership card and shop after a delicious breakfast. They also have a fun selection of summer clothing, house accessories, and decorating ideas! Check out all patio furniture, grilling equipment and too!s–get ahead for Father’s Day!

RSVP by Monday, May 8^th to Ann@TheWanderersMPS.org

Directions: Hwy. 62 EAST to Lyndale. Turn LEFT (N) to store

 

NIGHT-TIME BOOK TALK: Monday, May 15^th, 7:00PM—Lunds & Byely’s Mezz

France Ave. at Hazelton Road, Edina

Under the Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith by Jon Krakauer

This extraordinary work of investigative journalism takes readers inside America’s isolated Mormon Fundamentalist communities, where some 40,000 people still practice polygamy. Defying both civil authorities and the Mormon establishment in Salt Lake City, the renegade leaders of these Taliban-like theocracies are zealots who answer only to God. Beginning with a meticulously researched account of an appalling double murder, Krakauer constructs a multi-layered, bone-chilling narrative of messianic delusion, polygamy, savage violence, and unyielding faith.

Beverages at Happy Hour prices are available until 7:00PM.  Feel free to bring food or snacks up from the store. Weather permitting we’ll be out on the deck.

RSVP by Saturday, May 13^th to Sally@TheWanderersMSP.org

 

GARDEN TOUR: Thursday, May 18^th, 10:30 Departure —Caponi Art Park

1220 Diffley Road, Eagan (www.caponiartpark.org)

Put your Chi in harmony by exploring Caponi Art Park with us.  This is an outdoor sculpture garden designed, within an oak landscape, as a single, unified work of art the meandering trails follow the topography of the grounds like contour drawings animated by everyone who walks them, and the rock walls and shaped hills are the sculpture into which conventional works are integrated.  Afterwards, we will have lunch at The Mason Jar (1565 Cliff Rd)  http://www.themasonjar.us/ .

A carpool will leave S. Mpls. at 10:30AM or meet at the Park at 11:AM.  Please indicate if you plan to car pool and are willing to drive.  

RSVP by Tuesday, May, 16th to Barbara@TheWanderersMSP.org

 

LUNCH BUNCH: Wednesday, May 24^th, 11:00AM Departure—Surly Brewery

20 Malcolm Ave. SE, Mpls.

Surly’s was in the news frequently as they worked to get MN law changed to allow onsite beer sales at breweries—sparking a plethora of micro-breweries in MN. OH, THEY HAVE GOOD FOOD, TOO! No reservations taken, so hopefully a weekday won’t require a long wait. Check out their website if you interested in taking a tour while you are there.

A carpool will leave Edina at 11:00AM.  Email Sally@TheWanderersMSP if you wish to join.  Otherwise meet us at the restaurant at 11:30AM.

RSVP by Monday, May 22^nd to Carol at Carol.Schaub@comcast.net 

Directions: Hwy. 62 East to 35W North to 94 East. Exit at Huron Blvd. Turn RIGHT onto University Ave. Turn LEFT onto Malcom Ave. SE

 

LADIES NIGHT OUT: Tuesday, May 30th , 6:00PM—Trivia at Braemar’s Tin Fish

6364 John Harris Dr., Edina   952-941-5573

Come join our Trivia Mafia team for some fun. Meet us for dinner or just come for the six rounds of trivia from 7-8:30PM. Happy Hour runs from 4-6:00PM. There is no cost to play. Definitely no Mensa card required. Prizes, including food coupons, movie passes and more, will be awarded
 to the Top 3 teams and the halftime leader. Beer and wine are available. Take advantage of the Tuesday special for two—Appetizer, entrée to share, side, dessert and carafe of wine for $35 or order from the regular menu. http://www.tinfishmn.com/menu1.html

RSVP by Saturday, May 27th to Sally@TheWanderersMSP.org

Directions: Hwy. 100 to West 70^th St. exit. Turn RIGHT (W). Turn LEFT (S) at Cahill Road, and RIGHT (W) onto Dewey Hill Road. Dewey Hill becomes Braemar Blvd. Turn LEFT onto John Harris. Keep RIGHT at the fork. Tin Fish is in the Clubhouse on the hill overlooking parking lot.

 

WALKING CLUB: every Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30AM—Centennial Lakes 

Need motivation to get out, move, and exercise? Join us as we walk around Centennial Lakes.  Spring has sprung – so meet us at the “Big Clock” outside of the Hughes Pavilion.  Walk around the lake or as much or as little as your legs allow. Be on time–we’ll start walking promptly!  If it rains – we meet at Southdale outside the Hennepin Country Service Center.

No need to RSVP – just come.

 

ABOUT US

 Reading Ahead:                                                                                          

BOOKS & BOOZE: June—-Date TBD

My Stroke of Insight by Jill Taylor

On the morning of December 10, 1996, Taylor, a brain scientist, experienced a massive stroke. She observed her own mind completely deteriorate. Now she shares her unique perspective on the brain and its capacity for recovery.              

NIGHT-TIME BOOK TALK: 2017-2018 Calendar

July – Delicious-Ruth Reichl

September – Skintight-Carl Hiaasen

November – Miss Hazel and the Rosa Parks League-Jonathan Odell

January- Orphan Train-Christina Bakersfield

March – The Hypnotists Love Story- Lianne Moriarity

May – Everything You Want Me to Be–Mindy Mejia           

A note from our President…..

Wow—what happened to our early spring? Looking forward to another warm-up soon. A girl can hope that spring’s really on the way. Whatever the weather, come enjoy some time with The Wanderers this month.

Lunch Bunch—hot foot it to Hot Plate with us

Coffee Break—enjoy breakfast or just coffee at Peoples Organic

Books and Booze—discuss “Love, Anthony” at Macy’s

Garden Tours—visit the fragrant MIA for Art in Bloom

See you there!   Sally@TheWanderersMSP.org

ACTIVITIES

LUNCH BUNCH: Monday, April 3^rd, 11:00 Departure—Hot Plate

5204 Bloomington Ave S., Mpls.       612-824-4794

This little diner doesn’t look like much from the street, but it serves consistently good food and a whole lot of Kitsch – think paint by number! Fairly traditional diner fare – like corned beef hash and eggs benedict with a few wild cards, like huevos rancheros or smoked trout scramble, thrown in for good measure.

A carpool will leave Edina at 11:00AM. Email Sally@TheWanderersMSP.org indicating if you plan to car pool and are willing to drive. Otherwise meet us at the restaurant at 11:30AM.

RSVP by Friday, March 31 to Carol.Schaub@comcast.net 

Directions: Crosstown Hay. 62 East to Cedar Ave. North. Follow to 52^nd Street. Turn LEFT (West) to Bloomington Ave.

 

COFFEE BREAK: Wednesday, April 12^th, 10:00AM—Peoples Organic

Galleria, Edina

They have good breakfast menu and gluten free too. http://www.peoplesorganic.com/galleria-edina

RSVP by Tuesday, April 11th to Ann@TheWanderersMSP.org

 

BOOKS & BOOZE: Tuesday, April 25^th, 3:45PM—Macy’s Lakeshore Grill

Southdale Center Lower Level

Book: Love Anthony by Lisa Genova

Lisa Genova, author of Still Alice, offers a unique perspective in fiction—the extraordinary voice of Anthony, a nonverbal boy with autism. Anthony reveals a neurologically plausible peek inside the mind of autism, why he hates pronouns, loves swinging and the number three, how he experiences routine, joy, and love. In this powerfully unforgettable story, Anthony teaches two women about the power of friendship and helps them to discover the universal truths that connect us all.

Meet us in the quiet, back corner at the big round table. Great Happy Hour food and drink options, plus superb regular menu. We discuss first and eat later. Please join us even if you haven’t read the book.

RSVP by Sunday, April 23^rd to Anne@TheWanderersMSP.org

 

GARDEN TOUR:  Thursday, April 27^th, 10:30AM Departure —Art In Bloom MIA

240 3^rd Ave. S., Mpls.

Come join us at Art in Bloom, one of the most popular events at the MIA.  Over 125 florists design arrangements to compliment artwork in the permanent collection.  There is a public tour of the floral arrangements at 11:15  The flowers are beautiful and the fragrance is lovely. If time permits, there is also a wonderful gift shop to browse.  We’ll do lunch at Harriet’s Inn, 4000 Lyndale Ave S. https://www.harrietsinn.com/

A carpool will leave S. Mpls. at 10:30AM or meet us at the MIA at 11:0AM. Please indicate if you plan to car pool and are willing to drive. 

RSVP by Tuesday, April 25th to Barbara@TheWanderersMSP.org

Directions to MIA:  Parking can be a challenge, so allow plenty of time. Street and ramp parking available.  Hwy. 62E to 35WN to 31^st /Lake Street exit.  Turn LEFT on 31^st and proceed to 1^st Ave.  Turn RIGHT to 24^th Street.  Turn RIGHT on 24^th to 3^rd Ave.  Turn RIGHT onto 3^rd Ave. to paid parking.

 Reading Ahead:

NIGHT-TIME BOOK TALK: Monday, May 15, 7:00PM

Under the Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith by Jon Krakauer

This extraordinary work of investigative journalism takes readers inside America’s isolated Mormon Fundamentalist communities, where some 40,000 people still practice polygamy. Defying both civil authorities and the Mormon establishment in Salt Lake City, the renegade leaders of these Taliban-like theocracies are zealots who answer only to God. At the core of Krakauer’s book are brothers Ron and Dan Lafferty, who insist they received a commandment from God to kill a blameless woman and her baby girl. Beginning with a meticulously researched account of this appalling double murder, Krakauer constructs a multi-layered, bone-chilling narrative of messianic delusion, polygamy, savage violence, and unyielding faith. Along the way he uncovers a shadowy offshoot of America’s fastest growing religion, and raises provocative questions about the nature of religious belief

BOOKS & BOOZE: June—-Date TBD

My Stroke of Insight by Jill Taylor

On the morning of December 10, 1996, Taylor, a brain scientist, experienced a massive stroke. She observed her own mind completely deteriorate. Now she shares her unique perspective on the brain and its capacity for recovery.