Prime Timers Minneapolis - St. Paul

1:15 PM - Saturday - Book Club
2023-04-15 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
What: My Government Means to Kill Me
By: Rasheed Newson
Where: Quatrefoil Library
When: April.15th at 1:15 PM
Contact Rick for details or to subscribe to book club notices by email here.
Book Review:

Debut novel from television writer Rasheed Newson (The Chi, Bel-Air) tells a fierce and riveting queer coming-of-age story following the personal and political awakening of a young, gay, Black man in 1980s New York City.

1:00 PM - Wednesday - Golden Corral
2023-04-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Golden Corral – Maplewood, 3000 White Bear Avenue, Maplewood, MN, United States
Golden Corral – Buffet & Grill
Wednesday, April 19th at 1 PM. This restaurant is located at 3000 White Bear Avenue, Maplewood, at Woodlynn Avenue – Unit #4 behind Aldi Foods. The Golden Corral features several kinds of meats and sides, plus soups, hamburger bar, taco fixings and a full salad bar. After finishing your meal and if you have the room, then enjoy many delicious desserts. Cost of this is $9.49 and includes beverages.
To get special pricing DO NOT arrive before 1pm.

1:00 PM - Tuesday - Weekday Lunch
2023-04-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Kramarczuk’s, 215 East Hennepin Avenue, Minnneaplois, MN, 55413, United States
Hopefully we feel Spring in the air on Tuesday, April 25th, we are headed toward old town-St. Anthony and a visit to Kramarczuk East European Deli at 215 East Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis (MTC Routes 4, 6, 11, 61). The serving line is waiting; parking available in the parking lot next to the building or metered on
the street. So, circle the date: Tuesday, April 25th at 1 PM. Hope to see you there!

11:00 AM - Saturday - Bell Museum
2023-04-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Bell Museum, 2088 Larpenteur Avenue West, St. Paul, MN, 55413, United States
Yes, our visit to the Bell Museum on the St. Paul Campus in St. Paul is Minnesota’s completely invigorated history venue. Take amazing journeys from the far reaches of the cosmos to deep inside the human brain in the planetarium. Explore the origins of the universe and the diversity of life on earth in galleries, which include world famous wildlife dioramas. And then engage all of your senses in the Touch and See Lab with 10,000-year- old fossils, live plants, animals and more.
Where: Bell Museum,
2088 Larpenteur Avenue West St. Paul, MN 55113
The parking lot is relatively small, but there is overflow gold course parking nearby.
Rates are $1 per hour on Sundays. Parking at the golf course is free.
When: Saturday, April 29th, 2023. Meet at 11:00 am.

Price:

Most visitors stay 1 to 3 hours.
$14 (Combination rate for the museum and 1 planetarium show).
Museum only: $10.
Planetarium shows only: $7.00.

Cash, credit card or check payment can be made at the museum. Cold beverages are available.
Contact Bob by email here by Wednesday, April 26 if you plan on attending.

11:30 AM - Tuesday - Let's Do Lunch
2023-05-09 11:30 - 13:30 | Danish American Center, 3030 West River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, 55406, United States
Tuesday, May 9th – 11:30am – 1:30pm
Friday, May 26th – 11:30am – 1:30pm

The Danish American Center
3030 West River Parkway Minneapolis, MN 55406
Bus route 21

Our FREE monthly “café” brings together LGBTQA seniors, boomers and allies in friendship and acceptance.

Catered lunch and dessert
Friendly conversation
Information about senior & LGBTQ services All are welcome!Let’s Do Lunch Café is a joint effort between Prime Timers MSP and Friends & Co

11:00 AM - Saturday - PrimeTimers Brunch
2023-05-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Herry’s, 1350 Thompson Ave S., St. Paul, MN, 55116, United States
Come join the Prime Timers Minneapolis/St. Paul for a Sunday Brunch.

This month, we have a special opportunity to learn about such as event. On Saturday, May 13, 2023, Harry has invited us to a brunch at 1350 Thompson Ave, South St. Paul. The brunch starts at 11 a.m. and includes a discussion with Dr. Elliot Arsoniadis, MD, Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota. I hope to see many of you there!

7:30 PM - Monday - La Cage Aux Folles Live
2023-05-15 19:30 - 21:00 | MN
On Monday May 15th the They, Them and Us Activities Group has 10 seats reserved to see La Cage Aux Folles, the show that The Birdcage move was based upon.
Georges and Albin, two men partnered for 20 years are surprised with Georges’ son announces his engagement to the daughter of a bigoted politician. Complicating the situation is the family business: a drag nightclub where Albin is the star. Georges agrees to masquerade as “normal” to meet the new in-laws, but Albin has other plans – with hilarious results.
Where:Lakeshore Players Theater Hanifl Performing Arts Center
4941 Long Avenue
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
When: Monday, May 15th, 2023 7:30pm Cost: $10. Pay when you arrive.

Contact Bob by email here with questions or if you plan on attending. See you in White Bear Lake. Don’t wait to confirm your spot as only 10 seats are available.

1:00PM - Wednesday - Golden Corral
2023-05-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Golden Corral – Maplewood, 3000 White Bear Avenue, Maplewood, MN, United States
Wednesday, May 17th at 1 PM. This restaurant is located at 3000 White Bear Avenue, Maplewood, at Woodlynn Avenue – Unit #4 behind Aldi Foods. The Golden Corral features several kinds of meats and sides, plus soups, hamburger bar, taco fixings and a full salad bar. After finishing your meal and if you have the room, then enjoy many delicious desserts. Cost of this is $9.49 and includes beverages.
To get special pricing DO NOT arrive before 1pm.
If you are thinking of coming, please contact Howard by email here.

8:45 AM - Thursday - Weekday Breakfast
2023-05-18 08:30 - 10:30 | Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, 8324 Lyndale Avenue, Bloomington, MN, 55420, United States
Prime Timer’s MSP will have a breakfast meet up at Perkins, 1st & 3rd Thursdays each month at 8:45 AM.
Perkins Restaurant
8324 Lyndale Avenue
Bloomington, MN
Bus route 538
Questions contact Terry by email here.

2:00 PM - Thursday - Wild Prime Timers
2023-05-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Kramarczuk’s, 215 East Hennepin Avenue, Minnneaplois, MN, 55413, United States
The Wilde Roast Group has made some changes – our name is now the Wild Prime Timers.

Wild Prime Timers will meet on the third Thursday of the month weekly from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in person at Kramarczuk’s Deli for stimulating conversations about a wide variety of topics. Join us!

Address: 215 E Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN 55414.
Off-street parking is available.

Topic: PrimeTimers Wild Meeting
Time: 02:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

For more information, contact Wally or Jon by email here.

1:15 PM - Saturday - Book Club
2023-05-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
What: Up with the Sun
By: Thomas Mallon
Where: Quatrefoil Library
When: May 20th at 1:15 PM
Contact Rick for details or to subscribe to book club notices by email here.
Book Review:

Through the life of Dick Kallman—a real-life celebrity striver, poisonously charming actor, and eventual murder victim—the unforgiving worlds of postwar showbiz and down-low gay sexuality are explored.

12:00 PM - Tuesday - Weekday Lunch
2023-05-23 12:00 - 14:00 | Davanni’s, 6345 Penn Ave South, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Off we go to Richfield! We will visit DAVANNI’S at 6345 Penn Avenue South

(MTC Route 4P)
on Tuesday, May 23rd. You may choose many items, including Hot Hoagies, Calzones, Mini Pizza, and so much more! There is free parking in the rear of the building.
Have questions, text or call Terry by email here.

11:30 AM - Friday - Let's Do Lunch
2023-05-26 11:30 - 13:30 | Danish American Center, 3030 West River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, 55406, United States

11:00 AM - Saturday - History Boys
2023-05-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Hennepin History Museum, 2302 3rd Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, 55404, United States
The History Boys Are Headed to the Hennepin History Museum
Join us on Saturday, May 27th to discover more about the history of Hennepin County. You will learn about the 1895 – 1906 Minneapolis riverfront development, a public history fo the I35W construction and the evolution of Nicollet Avenue or as it is also known as Eat Street.

Where:Hennepin History Museum 2302 3rd Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55404
When: Saturday, May 27th, 2023 – 11:00am

Cost: $8.00
There is off street parking available I te Museum’s lot. But this building is NOT HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE, so you will need to walk up and down stairs in the building.
If you plan on attending, contact Bob by email here.

1:00PM - Sunday - New Member Meet and Greet
2023-05-28 13:00 - 16:00 | MN
New Member Meet & Greet 1pm – 4pm
Southdale Library
7001 York Ave. South, Edina, MN

5:30 PM - Thursday - First Thursdays
2023-06-01 17:30 - 20:00 | MN
Lavender’s First Thursdays
Thursday, June 1, 2023
5:30 – 8:00 PM
Granada Theater
3022 Hennepin Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Lavender’s Summer of Pride Kickoff Party and Score @ Pride

Presented by Mall of America
Sponsored by Renewal by Andersen, Steven Scott Management, Minnesota Lynx, Rush Hospital and Truly Hard Seltzer
Host Partners: Ma’am – Quorum

1:00PM - Wednesday - Weekday Lunch Bonus
2023-06-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Cardinal Restaurant & Bar, 2920 East 38th Street, Minneapolis, MN, United States
The Cardinal Restaurant & Bar A WEEKDAY LUNCH BONUS!
On Wednesday, June 7th, 2023, at 1PM let’s meet at The Cardinal Restaurant & Bar – South Mpls; 2920 East 38th Street. It is next to the Blue Line Station (Hiawatha Av. & MTC # 14E, 22 & 23) and has free off-street parking.
Full lunch menu with a separate senior menu too.
If you are thinking of coming, please text please contact Howard by email here.

6:30 PM - Wednesday - Alive & Kicking Renaissance
2023-06-07 18:30 - 21:00 | Bloomington Center for the Arts, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN, 55431, United States
Alive & Kickin is the Twin Cities’ Premier Senior

Rock Ensemble. These seniors are amazing. Alive & Kickin gives voice to seniors through personal stories and popular songs, empowering its members to entertain and enlighten multi- generation audiences.
Alive & Kickin is ready to ROCK & REdefine stereotypes around aging in an ALL NEW Original Production: REnassiance features stories and songs from their cast of 38 seniors. Celebrate the “RE” moments that can shape, influence, or change the course of your life.
Get ready to sing, dance and be REenergized – REnewed – REdiscovered.
A group of Prime Timers have seen their annual terrific shows in the past. Now you have an opportunity to experience this fantastic production yourself because the They, Them and Us Activities Group has been invited to take advantage of their Annual Friends and Neighbors Night presentation. All that is asked is that you make a minimum recommended donation to their organization.
When: Wednesday, June 7, 2023. 6:30 pm. Free light dinner starts at 5:30.

Cost: FREE, but a minimum of $10 donation is suggested.
Location: Schneider Theatre Bloomington Center for the Arts
1800 West Old Shakopee Road
Bloomington, MN 55431.
Contact Bob by email here by June 1 to reserve your spot.
Don’t miss this show! It will be one you will always remember.

12:00 PM - Saturday - Golden Valley Pride
2023-06-10 12:00 - 18:00 | Brookview Park, 200 Brookview Parkway North, Golden Valley, MN, 55426, United States
Come and Join Us!
Prime Timers Has a Booth at the 5th Annual Golden Valley Pride
Yes, the Prime Timers of Minneapolis / St, Paul will have a booth at the 5th Annual Golden Valley Pride Festival on June 10 from 12:00 to 6:00.
As the first and largest suburban pride festival in Minnesota. Over 6000 people are expected to attend this event. That is partially due to the fact, that Golden Valley has more LGBTQ households per capita than any other city in Minnesota.
Join us in the booth to share the Prime Timer story. Enjoy the awesome Food Trucks. Listen to Fantastic Music. And enjoy a beverage from the Beer and Wine Garden. It promises to be a fun and relaxing afternoon.
When: Saturday, June 10, 2023. 12:00 noon to 6:00 pm.
Where: Brookview Park, 200 Brookview Parkway North, Golden Valley, MN 55426
Parking: There is plenty of free street parking around the park.
There will be a golf cart shuttle running from the Spirit of Hope United Methodist Church, 7600 Harold Avenue, Golden Valley 55427. (Still Need to Confirm and Get Shuttle Schedule)
If you have some free time to spend in the booth on Saturday afternoon, contact Michael by email here.

6:00 PM - Saturday - Pride Potluck Dinner
2023-06-10 18:00 - 21:00 | MN
Celebrate Pride Early and
Enjoy Meeting Some New Guys

Paul, one of our members, is hosting the Cookboyz Potluck Dinner in June and he has invited Prime Timers to join them on Saturday, June 10 after the Golden Valley Pride Festival.
The theme is Southern US or Creole foods. For those attending for the first time, please bring a bottle of wine or themed food to contribute. If Southern US or Creole is a challenge, just bring an appetizer, side dish or dessert of your choice.
If you are a regular at Cookboyz events, please bring a bottle of wine as well as a dish to share.
When: Saturday, June 10

6:00 pm – Social
7:00 pm – Pot Luck Dinner

Where: Paul’s Home

FREE Street Parking and at Plymouth Congregational Church Lot (Three Blocks Away at LaSalle and Franklin). Car Pooling Is Recommended. If you wish to make sure of a place to sit, please bring a small portable chair.

Reach out to Paul by email here with questions.
Contact Bob by email here to reserve your spot. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event.

4:00 PM - Sunday - Adventures in Dining
2023-06-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Benihana, 850 Louisiana Avenue South, Golden Valley, MN, 55426, United States
“Adventures In Dining” Is Back!

…and Benihana Is Our First Choice!
The Prime Timers popular “Adventures In Dining” restaurant event has been reactivated.
Once a quarter we will be visiting eateries serving dishes that you have probably never tried before. These places could be well liked ethnic, new opened or member favorite spots. These scheduled group dinners will either be late lunches / early suppers on Sundays or Thursday night outings.
Guests are seated at communal hibachi grill tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as they slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well as your taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. The food is good, but the prep is amazing.
Where: Benihana
850 Louisiana Avenue South
Golden Valley 55426 Off 394 and Louisiana.
When Sunday, June 11, 2023. 4:00 pm.

Two tables of 10 are reserved, but no one is seated until all 10 diners arrive. If you want an appetizer or cocktail before being seated, we can meet in their bar from 3:00 – 3:45.
Please note that for group events, Benihana does add a 20% gratuity to your bill.
Don’t miss out on this fun meal. Contact Bob by email here before Friday, June 9 if you plan on attending or if you have suggestions for future visits.

11:30 AM - Tuesday - Let's Do Lunch Cafe
2023-06-13 11:30 - 13:30 | The Danish American Center, 3030 West River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN
June 13th and 23rd
Let’s Do Lunch Café LGBTQA Senior Luncheon.

Tuesday, June 13th – 11:30am – 1:30pm
Friday, June 23rd – 11:30am – 1:30pm

The Danish American Center
3030 West River Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Bus Route 21

Our FREE monthly “café” brings together LGBTQA seniors, boomers and allies in friendship and acceptance.

Catered lunch and dessert
Friendly conversation
Information about senior & LGBTQ services All are welcome!
Let’s Do Lunch Café is a joint effort between Prime Timers MSP and Friends & Co

7:30 PM - Thursday - Footloose
2023-06-15 19:30 - 21:30 | MN
We enjoyed them last fall at their fundraiser. And now we have the chance to see the Cross Community Players next production, Footloose has a price you cannot beat. Pay “what you can afford”! Share this opportunity with all that you know. Let’s enjoy this great evening. Footloose is a fun and meaningful musical. Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and mind.
When: Thursday, June 15, 2023. 7:30 pm.
Arrive a little early for group seating. RSVP with Bob by email here by June 13 so seats can be reserved in one area.

Where:
Maple Grove Town Green
Outdoor Amphitheater
7991 Main Street North
Maple Grove, 55369
Price:|
Donation “what you can afford” plus a suggested Food Shelf donation

Parking: There is some handicap parking on the street about 1⁄4 block from the
Amphitheater. There is a free parking ramp next to the Maple Grove Library approximately one block north of the Town Green.
Seating: On poured concrete, but you can bring your own chair, a cushion or blanket for a little more comfort.
Food: Feel free to bring in snacks or dinner. Non-alcoholic beverages are allowed.
Rain Date: If the performance is cancelled due to rain, the Cross Community Players have offered to let any of our members and their guests with reservations attend another performance during the show run with the same “pay what you can afford”. It’s going to be fun…theater under the stars! See you and your guests there.

7:30 PM - Friday - Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus
2023-06-16 19:30 - 22:00 | Ted Mann Concert Hall, 2128 South 4th Street, Minneapolis, MN, United States
We have been offered an amazing ticket offer, now you have the fantastic opportunity to hear the whole chorus perform. To celebrate Pride and close out their season, the Twin Cities Gay Men’s Chorus will present “The Music of Whitney Houston”. Join them as they turn the Ted Mann Conc Hall into a night club featuring soloists, musicians and the men of the Chorus, as they sing beloved songs made famous by the one and only Whitney Houston.
Reserve your tickets now. Tickets for the Friday night show are $5 less than the Saturday show. Call the Ted Mann ticket office at 612-624-2345 and use the password PRIME. Any ticket you purchase will receive a $10 discount with the password PRIME. Give them your credit card number, and your seat or seats will be reserved with the Prime Timers discount. Tickets can be ordered as long as seats remain available. So, order yours asap! Don’t wait.
When: Friday, June 16, 2022. 7:30 pm
Where: Ted Mann Concert Hall University of Minnesota Campus
2128 South 4th Street, Minneapolis
Price: Tickets are first come, first serve. Credit card payment is due with reservation.
Parking: Est. $6.00 to $10.00 at University of Minnesota’s 21st Avenue Ramp – 400 21st Avenue South, Minneapolis. Walk is about 2 blocks from ramp to Concert Hall. A few handicap street parking spaces are nearer the Concert Hall.
These concerts are always an amazingly good time. Hope to see you there.

1:15 PM - Saturday - Book Club
2023-06-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
What: Last Call
By: Elon Green
Host: Jerry
Where: Quatrefoil Library
When: June 17th at 1:15 PM
Contact Rick for details or to subscribe to book club notices by email here.
Book Review:

Winner of the Edgar Award for Best Fact- Based Crime Book. A harrowing, true-crime account of an elusive serial killer who preyed upon gay men in the 1990s New York.

1:00 PM - Wednesday - Golden Corral
2023-06-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Golden Corral – Maplewood, 3000 White Bear Avenue, Maplewood, MN, United States
Golden Corral – Buffet & Grill
Wednesday, June 21st at 1 PM. This restaurant is located at 3000 White Bear Avenue, Maplewood, at Woodlynn Avenue – Unit #4 behind Aldi Foods. The Golden Corral features several kinds of meats and sides, plus soups, hamburger bar, taco fixings and a full salad bar. After finishing your meal and if you have the room, then enjoy many delicious desserts. Cost of this is $9.49 and includes beverages.
To get special pricing DO NOT arrive before 1pm.
If you are thinking of coming, please contact Howard by email here.

11:30 AM - Friday - Let's Do Lunch
2023-06-23 11:30 - 13:30 | MN

5:00 PM - Friday - Bolder & Older
2023-06-23 17:00 - 19:00 | MN
BOLDER & OLDER FRIDAY JUNE 23
5 – 7 pm Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral
519 Oak Grove St, Mpls, MN
Free Taco Bar
LGBTQ+ Trivia with Trivia Mafia Puppy party & Healing Hearts Rescue
Live performances by Queer Circus Swag and more surprises
Bring friends!
Sponsored by Right at Home, Rainbow Health, Friends & Co, AARP, OutFront Minnesota, East Side Neighborhood Services, Trellis, Queermunity Collaborative, St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral, Senior Linkage Line, Ramsey County, and Southeast Seniors.
Registration Required.
RSVP on Eventbrite or call (612)707-0518. bolderandolderdinner.eventbrite.com

8:00 AM - Saturday - Twin Cities Pride
2023-06-24 08:00 - 18:00 | MN
2023 Twin Cities Pride Is Almost Here!
And Now Is Your Chance to Spend Some Quality Time with Your Fellow Prime Timers and Folks from All Over the Country.
Enjoy the Fantastic Event!
The 51st annual Twin Cities Pride Festival will be held at Loring Park and Parade Park in Minneapolis on June 23 – June 25. There will be 200+ vendors, food Courts, a beer garden and music stages.
Prime Timers Minneapolis / St. Paul will be a part of the action, with a new location in the park. And we would like you to join us on either Saturday or Sunday in our booth.
Prime Timers MSP will have a booth at Twin Cities Pride this year. Location code is Y39e.
Most guys share a two-hour shift with us on either the Saturday or Sunday of the festival.
Contact Michael regarding our booth by email here.
When: Saturday, June 24 8;00am to 6:00pm Sunday, June 25 from 8:0am to 4:00pm
Where: Loring Park, 1382 Willow Street Minneapolis, MN 55403
Parking: There is street parking available as well as city ramps. The college ramp on the west side of Hennepin is always a good choice.

8:00 AM - Sunday - Twin Cities Pride
2023-06-25 08:00 - 16:00 | MN
