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Bowling  
Thursdays, April 27, May 11, 25, June 8, 22 4:00 p.m.
JJ’s Bowl and Lounge, 6427 Ash St., North Branch, MN  (along Old Hwy 61).
Keep up your bowling skills this spring at JJs in North Branch and get
some good exercise too.   Adaptations such as ramps and bumpers are available at JJs, so everyone can participate.   Register early--space is limited.
Cost:  Pre register by 4/27/17 and pay in this range:  $39.00 - $45.00 for games and shoes
All registrations starting April 27 are $45.00 for the sessions.
NOTE price If you pay at the door, pay: $9.00-$10.00 per time
We encourage you to pay at the top of the range if you are able.
Please tell us if you need bumpers, ramps, or if you bowl from a wheelchair, or if you want to bowl with a particular person, let us know ahead of time.

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Bowling  
Thursdays, May  11, 25, June 8, 22 4:00 p.m.
JJ’s Bowl and Lounge, 6427 Ash St., North Branch, MN  (along Old Hwy 61).
Keep up your bowling skills this spring at JJs in North Branch and get
some good exercise too.   Adaptations such as ramps and bumpers are available at JJs, so everyone can participate.   Register early--space is limited.
Cost: $45 for games and shoes
NOTE price If you pay at the door, pay: $9-$10.00 per time, and help us by calling to tell us that you are planning to register at the door.
We encourage you to pay at the top of the range if you are able.


June

A Softball game and a Picnic
Thursday, June 1 4:30-6:00 p.m.
Lent Town Hall, 33155 Hemingway Ave., Stacy.
Let’s get together for a game a softball, followed by a picnic supper.  Everybody gets to travel around the bases, and you can get some help to hit the ball if you need it.  Summer activities will soon occupy lots of your time, so let’s have a time to be with friends before we go off into several different directions.  
Cost:  $7.50- $10.00
Pre-register by 5/30/17.
We encourage you to pay at the top of the range if you are able.
Bowling  
Thursdays, June 8, 22 4:00 p.m.
JJ’s Bowl and Lounge, 6427 Ash St., North Branch, MN  (along Old Hwy 61).
Keep up your bowling skills this spring at JJs in North Branch and get
some good exercise too.   Adaptations such as ramps and bumpers are available at JJs, so everyone can participate.   Register early--space is limited.
Cost: $10.00 for games and shoes

2nd Tuesday Craft Nights with Sue
Tuesday, June 13 6:00-8:00 p.m.
North Branch Area High School Art Room, 38175 Grand Ave., North Branch, MN. 55056
Join Sue DeLuney every month for crafts on the second Tuesday of the month at the High School Art Room in North Branch. She has plenty of ideas and will offer a new craft each time. You will make something that you can keep as a decoration for your home, or give as a gift to a friend or family member. Note on costs: The true cost to We R Able for the teacher and supplies are $10.00 each time. We are offering a sliding scale opportunity, so if you can pay more than $6, we encourage you to do so.
Cost:  Pre register by 6/6/17 and pay in this range:  $6.00-$10.00
If you pay at the door, pay in this range: $8.00 - $10.00.  
We encourage you to pay at the top of the range if you are able.
August

2nd Tuesday Craft Nights with Sue
Tuesday, August 8 6:00-8:00 p.m.
North Branch Area High School Art Room, 38175 Grand Ave., North Branch, MN. 55056
Join Sue DeLuney every month for crafts on the second Tuesday of the month at the High School Art Room in North Branch. She has plenty of ideas and will offer a new craft each time. You will make something that you can keep as a decoration for your home, or give as a gift to a friend or family member. Note on costs: The true cost to We R Able for the teacher and supplies are $10.00 each time. We are offering a sliding scale opportunity, so if you can pay more than $6, we encourage you to do so.
Cost:  Pre register by 8/1/17 and pay in this range:  $6.00-$10.00.
If you pay at the door, pay in this range: $8.00 - $10.00.  
We encourage you to pay at the top of the range if you are able.

Bingo  Celebrating National Banana Split Day
Thursday, August 24 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
SCRED building, 425 S. Dana Ave., Rush City
It’s the time of year to celebrate National Banana Split Day, and so we’re going to acknowledge that with a night of bingo, in an air conditioned room, so you can keep cool, while you’re sizzling hot with the bingo boards.  The refreshments will be cooling, fun, and interesting.  Maybe you’ll even play bingo with some dried banana chips instead of bingo markers, who knows?  Loreli is your host.   If you like to call bingo, just ask her.  If you want to wear something that reminds you of a banana split, that would add to the fun and color for the evening.
Cost:  $5 -$10, pay what you can
Preregister by 8/23/17.
ONGOING

Support Group Focus on Ability
1st & 3rd Wednesday of each Month 1:00 PM
Where: Chisago County Sr. Center, 38790 6th Ave., North Branch
Persons with a variety of health challenges from communities in East Central Minnesota come to the meetings.  These folks share stories, listen, meet new friends and offer encouragement to one another. Meetings may include educational or entertaining programs, which begin at 2 or 2:30, and always include refreshments and time for participants to visit. A donation of $1.00 per meeting is encouraged.  For transportation needs contact Heartland Express at 763-689-8131 or 1-800-234-7840 (toll free).  For information call Kelly 320-358-1211.     
Cost:  $1.00 donation per meeting is encouraged       
No pre-registration required.

OnGoing
Popcorn Pop and a Movie at North Branch Outlet Mall Theater
You may choose from the 7 movies at the theater.
1st Thursday of the month                                                            10:00 a.m.
Movies start at 10:00AM depending on the length of the film (doors open 9:30 AM). Please call 651-674-2291 regarding the start time of your movie. Individuals accompanying participants must also pay.
Cost: Pay at theater - $5.00 Movie Only      
$8.00 Movie, popcorn, pop and refills (must return your cup for a refill).
[Note:  the price increase applies to popcorn and pop; movie alone is $5]
No pre-registration required.  
Cinema at North Branch Outlets, 38500 Tanger Dr., North Branch
NOTE:  Movie lengths vary.  We ask you to call ahead for specific start times at North Branch Theaters 651-674-2291.  Longer movies have an earlier start time. ​

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