Activities
The Alice Mayo Society organizes and sponsors a variety of activities for its members. These include special interest groups in gourmet cooking, a book club, a playgroup, and a group that meets for lunch regularly.
Special Activities
We occasionally offer opportunities to gather for special activities organized by our Activities Director. Since it is difficult to meet safely in person right now, we're offering a variety of virtual activities you can do from home!
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Chef Eddie Campos gyro demo
If you need a little cooking inspiration or just a diversion while waiting to get together again with groups like Gourmet Club and Lunch Bunch, Chef Eddie Campos from Opa! Opa!! shows AMS members how to put together a homemade fresh-cut gyro. Enjoy! |
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Chef Pasquale Presa cooking demo
Chef Pasquale Presa of Pasquale's Neighborhood Pizzeria in Rochester demonstrates how to make a versatile marinara sauce. The chef created this video for members of The Alice Mayo Society to enjoy during our time apart. The recipe is listed within the video. Thank you Chef Presa! |
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🇵🇪 Virtual Peruvian cooking demo
Learn from Chef Enrique Nuñez how to make the Peruvian cold appetizer Causa Limeña, which he demonstrated virtually on December 17, 2020 for Alice Mayo Society members. Causa Limeña is an an iconic recipe from Peru that combines lemony and spiced mashed potatoes layered with tuna or chicken or seafood and avocado. The chef demos and presents this dish with chicken. Find the recipe here. |
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The Vinyasa Yoga Practice free online class
If you missed our free online yoga class for AMS members on November 19, you can still follow along with instructor Catherine McBride on the video of the class on your own time. It includes deep breathing, whole body large movements, stretching, standing and sitting postures, and some rest. Mental focus and breath control is encouraged. Participants can expect to get warm. Participants with heart, wrist, or spine sensitivity may have to modify the practice. Not recommended for pregnancy past 6 months or within 8 weeks of surgery. |
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"Fun With Doodle Art" workshop
AMS member and art educator Harriet Hodgsen created a video workshop for us about doodle art. This tutorial shows you some basic doodle art techniques and what supplies you need to get started with this fun, relaxing hobby. This is also a great activity to share with children. |
Lunch Bunch
Lunch Bunch meets at a different restaurant each month for a casual lunch. You can sign up and join whenever you are able!
Upcoming lunches
Lunch Bunch has moved online! AMS members have paused meeting at local restaurants to meet monthly via Zoom. Lunch Bunch is a time for members to get to know each other better and discuss fun topics like favorite books.
Virtual monthly Lunch Bunch
2 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. via Zoom on:
Wednesday, April 14
Interested in being part of Lunch Bunch? To sign up and receive the Zoom link, contact Daly Feldman-Chicoma at activities@ams-mn.org.
Upcoming lunches
Lunch Bunch has moved online! AMS members have paused meeting at local restaurants to meet monthly via Zoom. Lunch Bunch is a time for members to get to know each other better and discuss fun topics like favorite books.
Virtual monthly Lunch Bunch
2 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. via Zoom on:
Wednesday, April 14
Interested in being part of Lunch Bunch? To sign up and receive the Zoom link, contact Daly Feldman-Chicoma at activities@ams-mn.org.
Book Club
We are excited that a new virtual book club recently formed and quickly filled up with members! If you would like to form a new virtual book club, please contact Activities Director Daly Feldman-Chicoma at activities@ams-mn.org. She will help you advertise your group and recruit members. For past book club guidelines, click here.
Gourmet Club
Gourmet Club groups usually meet several times a year, focusing on seasonal or specialty cuisine. Members dine together potluck-style based on the provided menu or theme. If you would like to learn more about Gourmet Club, click here!
Interested in being part of Gourmet Club? To sign up, contact Daly Feldman-Chicoma at activities@ams-mn.org. While groups are not currently meeting due to the pandemic, Daly is still forming groups of interested members so that they can be ready to meet when it is safe to do so.
Interested in being part of Gourmet Club? To sign up, contact Daly Feldman-Chicoma at activities@ams-mn.org. While groups are not currently meeting due to the pandemic, Daly is still forming groups of interested members so that they can be ready to meet when it is safe to do so.
Playgroup
AMS playgroups are not meeting during the pandemic, but are looking forward to when this valuable outlet for moms and kids can meet again safely.
The AMS Playgroup is open to all members with children ages 5 and under who are interested in meeting other families for play dates and occasional child-friendly outings at local spots. The playgroup usually meets at least once a month for one to two hours at a member's home and occasionally meets at local venues (bounce houses, library concerts etc.) or a park. If you have questions or would like to join a future AMS Playgroup, please contact Activities Director Daly Feldman-Chicoma at activities@ams-mn.org. If you are interested in leading a playgroup, please be sure to mention this when signing up too!
The AMS Playgroup is open to all members with children ages 5 and under who are interested in meeting other families for play dates and occasional child-friendly outings at local spots. The playgroup usually meets at least once a month for one to two hours at a member's home and occasionally meets at local venues (bounce houses, library concerts etc.) or a park. If you have questions or would like to join a future AMS Playgroup, please contact Activities Director Daly Feldman-Chicoma at activities@ams-mn.org. If you are interested in leading a playgroup, please be sure to mention this when signing up too!