Community Thread eNews: December 2022

Welcome to December!

Community Thread's Programs and Activities Calendar is filled to the brim with fun, educational, and meaningful ways to get involved.

We look forward to seeing you at our Stillwater and Bayport locations!

View our Programs and Activities Calendar

Connector Newsletter

Catch up on the latest news and upcoming events in our Connector Newsletter!

Hard copies of the newsletter are available for pick up at Community Thread as well as many local libraries.

View and/or Sign up for The Connector

Holiday Hope 2022

THERE'S STILL TIME!

Holiday Hope is in need of over 200 sponsors to support local neighbors. As a sponsor, you will purchase a family or an individual gifts and/or gift cards. Through a Holiday Hope sponsorship, you are giving hope and sharing joy this holiday season. If you are able, please consider sponsoring a neighbor.

Sponsor. Support individuals or families during the Holiday season. Sponsor registration closes TOMORROW December 2, 2022.

Donate. Donate gifts, gift cards, or cash to help those in need. Donation deadline: December 5, 2022.

Click Here to Sponsor or Donate to Holiday Hope

Events and Activities

The Connector Loop Reminder

The weekly bus loop serving Oak Park Heights and Stillwater is FREE! The bus makes five loops from 10am to 3pm on Mondays, with scheduled stops at senior housing complexes, businesses, and retail destinations.

View the Connector Loop Schedule and Map here

Reminders

Building Closures: Community Thread will be closed Monday, December 26 through Monday, January 2, 2023 for the Holidays! We will reopen Tuesday, January 3 at 9am.

Don't Forget: Please check the calendar before activities to verify time and location as some activities have temporarily moved to Bayport.

Tai Chi Quan: Moving for Better Balance

Improve your balance, strengthen your muscles, and reduce your risk of falling using Tai Chi. You'll learn eight Tai Chi Quan forms plus therapeutic variations.

$24 for 8 Classes

Tuesdays and Thursdays Nov. 29 - Dec. 22 | 11am

Community Thread

Bayport

Pre-registration required.

Monthly Wellness Talks

This month, Margie from Sprout Nutrition and Wellness Coaching will discuss sleep health. You will learn nutrition and lifestyle tips that will help you get a good night's sleep.

Wednesday, December 21

12:30pm | Stillwater

OPEN TO ALL

FREE for Thrive members,

$5 for Intro & non-members.

Pre-registration is encouraged.

Please call 651-439-7434.

Join the Activities Planning Team!

Do you have ideas for activities or programs at Community Thread and want to help with planning? This team will meet once per month to brainstorm, develop, and implement new ideas!

The first meeting will be

January 5, 2023 at 9:30am.

Call 651-439-7434 for more information and to be added to the team.

Volunteer Opportunities

Saint Therese:

Fancy Fingers Volunteer

Open Cupboard:

Drive-Up Food Market Distributer

Board Member Opportunity

Are you interested in serving your community in a new capacity?

Community Thread is looking for new board members. We are currently seeking individuals willing and eager to take on leadership roles, with competencies in finance, business analysis, and human resources.

Interested Candidates are Invited to Learn More Here

Past Event Recaps

Give to the Max Day: November 17, 2022

Thank you to over 40 donors, we reached our goal of $5,000 for Give to the Max Day 2022!

Rake a Difference: Fall 2022

Stay Engaged, Enriched, and Connected!