Join us on October 16, 9am - 1pm at Shakopee West Middle School for the 2026 55+ Scott County Expo. This event will include the following; - Continental Breakfast- Vendor Exhibits- Entertainment- Lunch-Prize Drawings- Health Screenings

The 2026 Scott County 55+ Senior Expo connects businesses and organizations with older adults and caregivers throughout Scott County. Vendor set-up begins at 8am. Registration includes one table and two chairs. Please bring your own tablecloth and a labeled raffle item (gift basket, gift card, etc.) to help make the event fun and engaging for attendees.

Stop your cravings for sweets, chocolates, breads, and pastries as well as salty and greasy foods. Stop snacking and overeating! Learn to desire healthier foods, to push your plate away when full, and get motivated to exercise. All behavioral changes must occur at an unconscious level to be lasting. With hypnosis, you can make that change! Class begins with introductions, then separate sessions for weight loss, followed by stop smoking/vaping hypnosis. There will be some down time as you wait for the other group to finish their session. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a pillow, blanket, sleeping bag, or bean bag for additional comfort. The fee includes the class, a reinforcement CD, and a card which allows you to attend future seminars free of charge if reinforcement is desired. Please check in by 5:45pm. If you have previously attended 'Hypnosis for Weight Loss' with Mary Fischer, please choose the 'refresher' price option.

What will your future be like if you don't stop using nicotine today? Don't let nicotine control your life. If you are ready to quit vaping, smoking, or chewing, hypnosis can help you stop immediately, without withdrawal, cravings, or weight gain. All behavioral changes must occur at an unconscious level to be lasting. With hypnosis, you can make that change! Class begins with introductions, then separate sessions for weight loss, followed by stop smoking/vaping hypnosis. There will be some down time as you wait for the other group to finish their session. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a pillow, blanket, sleeping bag, or bean bag for additional comfort. The fee includes the class, a reinforcement CD, and a card which allows you to attend future seminars free of charge if reinforcement is desired. If you have previously attended 'Hypnosis to quit Vaping/Smoking' with Mary Fischer, please choose the 'refresher' price option.

Curious about meditation but unsure where to begin? This workshop introduces the practice with clarity and accessibility. Learn what meditation is and is not, clear common misconceptions and practice simple breath awareness, body scan and heart-centered visualization techniques. Gain tips for starting a home routine and discover ways to bring more calm and clarity into daily life.

Explore your care team, communicating the diagnosis to others, navigating work and family concerns and connecting with community resources.

Learn about legal, financial and safety planning and how proactive decision-making can help prevent future challenges.

Learn about the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia, accepting and adjusting to the diagnosis and joining the person living with Alzheimer's to form a partnership that will help you both in coping with new changes.

Be ready to dance at any event, from weddings and parties to reunions! Learn easy-to-follow mini routines inspired by ballroom styles, set to music from rock to country and pop. No experience needed, perfect for beginners. Couples dance together, singles rotate. Request your favorite songs in class. Wear comfortable shoes. Boost confidence, health and connection. Meets three times.

Find strength and confidence while gaining self-defense skills. Learn effective responses to practical situations, experience hands-on exercises, and unlock what you are capable of in order to defend yourself. This class is for all experience levels. Safety begins before self-defense; come learn key elements that make the largest impact.

Join us on an immersive, meditative and awe-inspiring Japanese forest bathing experience. Feel nature’s fractals, sounds and sensations reduce your stress and anxiety and enhance your focus. Give yourself permission to slow down and connect your senses to the healing beauty of our green forested spaces.

This Diabetes Education Program is designed to empower individuals with pre-diabetes and diabetes, their families, and caregivers with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to effectively manage this chronic disease and lead healthier lives.

Discover how your breath can calm the mind and balance the body. Learn simple breathing techniques including Kapalabhati, alternate nostril breathing, Bhramari and ratio breathing to boost energy, improve focus, ease stress and increase presence. Use these practical tools at work, before sleep or during stressful moments to feel more grounded and centered.

This class offers gentle movement, breathwork and guided relaxation to help restore balance and calm the nervous system. Learn simple practices to release stress, improve resilience and support emotional well-being. You will gain practical tools to feel more grounded and supported in daily life.