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Settle in for a comedy hour packed with laughter as Chad Filley, the Norsk Storyteller, takes the stage! With rapid-fire humor and spot-on observations, Chad turns everyday life—parenthood, marriage, teaching, coaching, and even firefighting—into hilarious, laugh-out-loud stories. Just when you think you know where a story is going, he throws in a surprise twist that sends the room into laughter. Warm, witty, and wonderfully relatable, this is a feel-good hour of comedy that proves life’s little moments really are the funniest.

Focused towards seniors, but all are welcome to join! A lower intensity class that incorporates cardiovascular training as well as water resistance to strengthen muscles and techniques to improve balance.

Focused towards seniors, but all are welcome to join! A lower intensity class that incorporates cardiovascular training as well as water resistance to strengthen muscles and techniques to improve balance.

Bean Bag Toss (aka Corn Hole) is a fun game for 2-4 players. Toss bean bags and score 1 point for landing on the board or 3 points for putting the bag through the hole; it's not as easy as it sounds! We supply the boards and bags, while you supply the fun and competitive spirit of the game. Played outdoors.

Enjoy the camaraderie and skillful competition of Bocce Ball—a game that brings fun and health benefits. Simply aim to place your bocce balls closer to the pallino (little white ball) than your opponents. Games are self-monitored, with teams formed weekly, gathering around TPAC's patio for some outdoor enjoyment.

Being a caregiver as a spouse, child, or friend of an aging adult can take a toll. Your life is simply not the same. Access to information is key to navigating aging in a positive way. The caregiver support group comes together with trained facilitators to learn about topics relevant to this role. Join us anytime. Sponsored by DARTS. 2nd Wednesdays

Register here to board the bus at Thompson Park Activity Center: Since 1995, the Circus Juventas annual summer show has been a Twin Cities favorite, featuring the most advanced, highly-committed troup of circus artists with a strong blend of circus, dance & theatre! Before the show, we'll have an 11:00 lunch at Bucca di Beppo including mixed green and ceasar salad, fresh baked bread, spaghetti marinara & fettuccine alfredo, chicken parmigian, coffee, tea, sodas. The 75-minute show will begin at 1 pm. There are no concessions. The bleacher seats do have a back; the seats are in rows with limited steps. Hold Your Breath, Make a Wish, Count to Three In a charming, historic chocolate shop nestled in a picturesque cobblestone alley in old Philadelphia, a young chocolatier named “Valrhona” is on the verge of discovering her family’s rich history of confectionary magic, when her treasured family recipe book mysteriously vanishes… Years later, a quirky young man has become the city’s most influential chocolate maker, hiding secrets as rich and complex as his most decadent truffles. When golden tickets spark a citywide treasure hunt, a group of lucky (but not necessarily good) children must navigate a realm where their sweetest fantasies and fears come to life. Join us as we fly through lollipop aerial hoops and balance on licorice tightropes. Glide on gilded eggs and soar over rivers of molten chocolate, parkour across the peaks of rock candy mountains, and venture through honey-filled caves. But beware! Our heroes must fight off some frightening creatures, including Hornswagglers, Whangdoodles, and the dreaded Vermicious Knids! Meanwhile, a formidable rival lurks in the factory shadows. As our protagonists tumble through this confectionary wonderland, they’ll discover that the greatest magic isn’t found in ancient recipes, but in the courage to forge your own path and honor your family’s legacy. Through jaw-dropping aerial escapades, acrobatic trials and heartwarming moments of self-discovery, they learn that love and connection are the key ingredients to a sweet life! Thursday, July 30 Depart TPAC 10:45 am / Return 2:45 pm Register by June 26

Arrive at Buca di Beppo in St. Paul for lunch - Pranzo Lunch Menu: Mixed Green Salad and Caesar Salad, Fresh-Baked House Bread, Spaghetti Marinara & Fettuccine Alfredo, Chicken Parmigian, Coffee, Tea, Soft Drink. 1:00 p.m. “To be Announced” this is a 75-minute afternoon performance. Circus Juventas is a youth performing arts circus school, serving youth throughout the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area. The organization was founded in 1994 by Dan and Betty Butler, and offers circus arts training to young people ranging from 3 to 21 years old. Thursday, July 30, 2026 $97.00 Depart TPAC 10:45am / Return 2:45pm Depart SSP 10:30am / Return 3pm Depart IGH 10:15am / Return 3:15pm Register by Friday, June 26

Strategic games of all sorts are good exercise for your brain. Here, the fun is in pegging your way to victory! Join us for a couple of hours of fun!

Register here to board the bus at Thompson Park Activity Center - Crow River Winery & Bistro near Hutchinson, MN, spans across 36 acres of vineyards. Embracing their Minnesota roots, they have nurtured their cold climate vines and grapes, prioritizing eco-friendly farming practices. Nature stands as their close ally, and they invest effort, resources and passion to transform their grapes into exquisite wines, all of which are processed and made at this winery. Taste the magic in every glass. Lunch will be in the winery dining space with a menu of cranberry turkey club sandwich - turkey, provolone, & fresh arugula on toasted ciabatta bun and topped with house-made cranberry wine aioli with Crow River Winter Cranberry Wine. Take a guided educational tour, followed by wine tasting. You will have the opportunity to purchase wine. Our last stop will be at Carlson's Orchard Bakery in Winsted where you can purchase apples and baked goods. Depart TPAC 9:15 am / Return 5:15 pm

Nestled within the beautiful surroundings of Dakota County's Thompson Park, the Thompson Park Activity Center provides services and programs for adults of all ages and from all communities. TPAC is located at 1200 Stassen Lane, just off Butler Avenue and offers programming Monday - Thursday, 9 am to 4 pm. We welcome you, so visit us soon! Thompson Park Activity Center graciously accepts tax-deductible donations. If making a donation over $25, please indicate if you would like to have your name acknowledged in the Thompson Times publication.

Break out the bell bottoms — it’s time to relive the soundtrack of your youth! Join Twin Cities performers Deb Brown and Brian Ziemniak for an uplifting afternoon celebrating the unforgettable hits of the ‘60s and ’70s. With years of experience, this duo brings both talent and heart to every song. Sing along to the music that shaped a generation. We’re going all in on the Flower Power spirit — so come dressed to groove. Music has always brought people together and this joyful hour at Thompson Park will do just that.