There are a variety of “affinity groups,” or groups based on similar interests or passions, that meet regularly. If you don’t see something that piques your interest, maybe you can help start a new group! Make your retirement purposeful, and be a part of a great community!
There are a variety of “affinity groups,” or groups based on similar interests or passions, that meet regularly. If you don’t see something that piques your interest, maybe you can help start a new group! Make your retirement purposeful, and be a part of a great community! Existing affinity groups include:
Join us to learn about genealogy resources and tools, and to share and connect with others in areas of ancestry and faith.
Join the group to learn about upcoming events, and connect with others in the group.
Questions? Email Coleen.
We are done biking in 2024. Check back in the spring of 2025 for the new biking schedule.
Do you love to bicycle along beautiful traffic-free trails? Join us and bring a friend to our monthly rides. Both experienced and beginning cyclist will find the outings enjoyable as the length of each ride is designed to be flexible. After biking, we will enjoy lunch together.
Join the group to learn about upcoming events, and connect with others in the group.
Questions? Email Phil and Paula Swiggum or Ron and Kathy Carlson.
1st Tuesday of each month
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Shepherd of the Valley
The Book Club chooses a diverse selection of books, including some classics.
Check here for the upcoming schedule.
2nd Tuesdays
1:00 – 3:00 pm
Shepherd of the Valley (Room 22)
This group meets monthly. They recycle when possible, re-purpose with purpose, and reduce so their heirs won’t have to.
Join the group to learn about upcoming events and connect with others in the group.
Questions? Email Krista.
4th Tuesdays
1:30 – 3:30 pm
Shepherd of the Valley
Come work out at church – on your brain, that is! Each month we will either learn and focus on a new game or play a favorite the group selects and just have fun and laugh. We’ll play cards and other types of games the group is interested in so feel free to bring your ideas or favorite game. Come and get to know new people, exercise your brain, and learn something new.
Questions:
Email Jean or call 952.435.7385.
Email Gloria or call 763.670.4084.
Generally on 4th Thursdays
1:00 – 2:30 pm
Shepherd of the Valley (Room 22) or Zoom
Check here for the date/location.
The Legacy Writing Affinity Group is a group where people interested in leaving a written legacy about their lives and values for future generations can gather for encouragement, inspiration, and feedback as they do their reflection and writing. The writing can be a simple one-page document or it could be a book or any length in between. Facilitator for these sessions will be retired Lutheran pastor Duane Paetznick.
Join the group to learn about upcoming events and connect with others in the group.
Questions? Email Duane.
Enjoy good food and fellowship at a variety of restaurants in the area.
Check here for the upcoming schedule.
Join the group to learn about upcoming events and connect with others in the group.
Email Rachel or call 651.463.1280 two days prior to the event so we have an accurate count for the restaurant, or with any questions. Friends welcome!
Mondays
1:00 – 3:00 pm
Shepherd of the Valley (Narthex)
…and when life became too frenzied she took up her knitting and breathed a while to the rhythm of the stitches and rows until her smile returned and her mind was calm.
This group is for those that enjoy doing needlework, knitting, crocheting, or cross-stitching. Bring your project and work while enjoying the fellowship of others.
Although we emphasize knitting and crocheting, all needle arts are welcome.
Perhaps you would like some help with your knitting. Did you knit years ago? This may be the time to restart the knitting hobby. Knitting help will be available.
Questions? Call Jackie Hagen at 952.426.5361.
We are done playing pickleball in 2024. Check back in the spring of 2025 for the new pickleball schedule.
Calling all pickleball players and wannabes. The weather is getting warmer and the pickleball nets are going up! SOTV members and friends are invited for fun and fellowship with those who love the sport and those who are looking to try it out. Pickleball is a great way to be physically active and interact with others.
All levels are welcome! Bring a pickleball paddle, balls, water, and a friend if you’d like.
If you are interested in trying it out, extra paddles and balls can be provided if needed. Hope to see you on the courts!
Join the group to learn about upcoming events and connect with others in the group.
Questions? Email Phyllis.
3rd Wednesday of each month
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Cost: Free
Bring your own lunch.
Meet in the SOTV parking lot at 9:00 am to carpool, serve from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, then travel home.
Join us at Global Health Ministries (7831 Hickory St NE, Fridley, MN 55432). We will help prepare medical supplies for shipping overseas. Projects include sorting and packing medical supplies, quality control of donated items, inspecting newborn and hospice kits, etc. No medical experience required!
Come as often as you like and are able!
RSVP to attend by emailing Paula or Rolf.
Join the group to get updates and to connect with others in the group.
This group shares travel information, and plans some travel opportunities together.
Join the group to learn about upcoming events and connect with others in the group.