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.

Lunch Bunch

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Lunch Bunch is meeting via Zoom during the pandemic instead of local restaurants. Join in on a casual conversation to get to know each other better or a discussion of a fun topic like favorite local restaurants or things to do. All members welcome! If you would like to join the Lunch Bunch, please contact Activities Director Daly Feldman-Chicoma at activities@ams-mn.org. She will provide you with the Zoom link.

Upcoming Dates
What: A Virtual Lunch Bunch
When: Wednesday, Nov. 3 and Dec. 1 at 1 p.m.
Where: Zoom
What to do: Meet other AMS members
RSVP: To activities@ams-mn.org by the day before the event to receive the Zoom link.

Playgroup

AMS Playgroup began meeting outdoors this summer! If you would like to join AMS Playgroup, please contact Activities Director Daly Feldman-Chicoma at activities@ams-mn.org. She will provide further details.

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. 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.

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

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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? A new group is currently looking for new members. Contact Daly Feldman-Chicoma at activities@ams-mn.org if you are interested in joining!

Special Activities

​We occasionally offer opportunities to gather for special activities organized by our Activities Director. We've also been offering a variety of videos and virtual activities you can do from home.
Chef Erik Kleven's Avocado Tartare
When we can safely gather again, you'll be ready to wow your guests, or your Gourmet Club group, with this easy and beautiful appetizer. Learn how to make it from Chef Erik Kleven of Bleu Duck Kitchen in Rochester, MN.

See more cooking demos here.
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.
"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.