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Walker at Hazel Ridge Starts a Wii Bowling League for Residents
(Maplewood, MN) – The Nintendo Wii is an exciting inter-active video game system. It is a fun and easy way to get some light exercise and socialize with others. Walker at Hazel Ridge residents have been really enjoying their Wii. The Wii and projection system were purchased through donations from the North High School Honor Society. On Wednesday afternoons, Walker at Hazel Ridge hosts bowling tournaments for residents, family members and North High School students. Their common area is turned into a virtual bowling alley, where the lanes are burned up with strikes and spares. It is easy to bowl with the motion sensitive controls. You swing your arm with the controller in hand, just like bowling a ball. Then you watch the screen to see how many pins have been knocked down. This video sports game offers stress-free exercise and a fun atmosphere for all.
Walker Methodist Foundation and TRUST 5K Run Roll and Stroll Results
Walker Methodist Foundation and TRUST would like to thank everyone who participated in the 5K Run Roll and Stroll event on June 14, 2008. We had 130 participants and raised $18,000 for the Faith Community Nurse Program, (formerly called the Parish Nurse Program).
The Team Award was presented to the Minneapolis Bethlehem Lutheran for the most registered participants in the Church category.
The Team Award was presented to Watson-Forsberg for the most registered participants in the Business category.
The Team Award was awarded to the Surly Turtles team for the most registered participants in the Social or Civic Group category.
The Team Award for the most money raised for the Parish Nurse Program by a team was presented to the Minneapolis Lynnhurst Congregational UCC.
The Golden Shoe Award for the most money raised for the Parish Nurse Program by an individual was presented to Laurie Sebenaler.
Thank you for supporting this vital community program.
We hope you can join us next year!
Walker Methodist Campus Featured on KSTP Twin Cities Live
The newly renovated Walker Place dining room, Executive Chef Kevin Huyck and Walker Methodist Health Center rehabilitation patients using the Wii gaming system were featured on a new program on KSTP called Twin Cities Live. Click on the links below to watch the videos that were aired on June 24, 2008.
Watch video about Walker Place’s newly renovated dining room and a “heart friendly” dessert made by Executive Chef, Kevin Huyck.
Watch video about Walker Methodist Health Center rehabilitation patients using the Wii gaming system.
Disney Brought a Little Bit of Magic to Walker Plaza
with a Visit from Mickey & Minnie Mouse
On June 20, 2008, Disney characters Mickey and Minnie Mouse visited the residents and families of Walker Plaza. They flew in from Florida and interacted with everyone there and took pictures with them. All of the kids received Mylar balloons featuring Mickey and Minnie on them to take home.
Disney provided the food, including Mickey Mouse-shaped hamburgers that were flown in from Florida! Everyone of all ages felt very special and had an experience they will never forget!
Walker Plaza Residents Dig Up Ways to Stay Busy
Walker Plaza residents were featured in an article in the Anoka County Union on Thursday, July 10 on their love of gardening.
