Events

Monthly Events

No RSVP required.

  • 2nd and 4th Wednesday
  • 12:30-4:00 pm

Socialize with other creatives while working on your own project. Individuals come together to share their knowledge, ideas, and techniques. All skill levels welcome! Also offered during this time is cardmaking for the $0.25 card rack.

  • 3rd Thursday
  • Fryn' Pan
    2920 Hwy 10 East, Moorhead
  • Breakfast starting at 8:45 am
  • Guest Speaker starts at 9:30 am

Each month features a guest speaker with various topics pertaining to the needs and interests of adults 55+. Breakfast will be on your own, ordered off the menu. 

2026 Schedule

  • Jan-Apr: No Program
  • May 21: Lutheran Social Services of MN

  • 2nd Wednesday Programs now held at the NEW Memory Cafe location 3910 25th St S, Fargo
  • 1:00-2:30 pm

Memory Cafe is a free social gathering where people experiencing mild to moderate memory loss, and their care partners, come together in a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment. At Memory Cafe we are committed to reminding our participants they are valued, significant members of our local community by changing the way we think about memory loss.

 2026 Schedule

  • Jan 8: No Program
  • Feb 11: Valentine's Party with music from Ransom Notes & Sweetheart Bingo
  • Mar 11: "Let's Talk Memory: Healthy Brain, Healthy Life" with Janet Grove, Speech Therapist
  • Apr 8: Music Memories with Jerry Barnum
  • Starting May 13: Program held at new location 3910 25th St S, Fargo

  • 1st Tuesday
  • 10:00-11:00 am 

Join Total Balance Physical Therapy and Fitness in learning how to look for and deal with pain in everyday activities. Each month features a different discussion topic while showing movement exercises that are good to use in everyday living.

2026 Schedule

  • Jan-Mar: No Program
  • Apr 7: Bridging the Gap between Rehabilitation and Wellness
  • May 6: Balance Training and Fall Prevention (Date/time updated to Wed, May 6 from 11 am-12 pm)

  • 1st Wednesdays
  • June-December 2026
  • 1:00-4:00 pm

Bring your puzzles and games and be ready to swap and play if you'd like!

Valley Triad's

Senior Safety Academy

2026 Senior Safety Academy
Thursday, September 10  |  8:30 am-1:30 pm

This event features speakers, vendors, door prizes and more!

Register today!
Register Online Now or Call 218.299.5514 

Special Events

About Moorhead is a 15-minute Speaker Series designed especially for Seniors who want to learn more about Moorhead, straight from the leaders who help shape our community every day. Each session will be exciting, engaging, and a great way to stay connected with what’s happening across our departments and partner organizations. Join us, stay curious, and discover Moorhead in just 15 minutes.

Sessions start at 12:30 pm and are 15 minutes. All sessions are held in the Pine Room in the Hjemkomst. Free to attend and no RSVP required - however, you may want to join for lunch at 11:45 am beforehand. Visit the Senior Meals page to view the menu and for information on how to register. 

Stay tuned for updates on upcoming series dates and speakers.

Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County presents "Let's Talk History-Clay County." Events are co-sponsored by the Moorhead Senior Center. 

All presentations are in the Oak Room in the Hjemkomst Center at 3 pm unless otherwise noted. Free to attend and no RSVP required. 

Stay tuned for upcoming events

Stay tuned for 2027 dates

MN Department of Revenue: Find a Free Tax Prep Site - https://www.revenue.state.mn.us/free-tax-preparation-sites 

Call or text 701.335.6509 

  • Thursdays at the Hjemkomst
  • Dates TBD in 2027
  • 9:00 am-3:00 pm

2026 AARP Free Income Tax Assistance Poster

AARP and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) are once again sponsoring free income tax services to the elderly, low and moderate income taxpayers of all ages with special attention to those 60 and older. Certified IRS volunteers have been trained to prepare and electronically file your income tax returns. Every taxpayer's return is quality reviewed and all information is kept confidential.

  • Bring all tax documents on paper to your appointment. Plan to spend 2.5 to 3 hours.
  • Bring all documents needed to file before coming to the tax sites.
  • Bring Social Security cards, photo IDs and a copy of last year's tax returns.
Additional locations:
  • Moorhead Public Library, 118 5th St S   |   Mon & Wed, 9:30 am-3:30 pm
  • Fargo Dr. James Carlson Library, 2801 32nd Ave S   |   Tues, 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Volunteer tax preparers will not take phone calls. Rent rebates will be done up until April 14.

Please do not call the Hjemkomst Center with specific tax inquiries. They are only a host site and cannot answer questions.

  • 2027 Date TBA
  • 12:00-1:30 pm
  • Register by calling 218.299.5514

Price is $8/person and includes lunch from Concordia Catering.

Spring into fun at the Moorhead Senior Center with food, live music, an ice cream bar and more! Stay tuned for more information.

Meal is not a part of NSI Senior Meals. Punch cards not accepted.

  • Thursday, September 10, 2026
  • 9:00 am-1:30 pm
  • Registration required by calling 218.299.5514

Location: Hjemkomst Center, 202 1st Ave N, Moorhead, MN 56560

Stay tuned for more information on speakers and presentations.

Door prizes from vendors announced and given out after!

  • Wednesday, October 7, 2026
  • 12:00-1:30 pm
  • Register by calling 218.299.5514

Price is $8/person and includes lunch from Concordia Catering. 

Join us for an autumn celebration at the Sweater Weather Soiree, hosted by the Moorhead Senior Center! This delightful event invites attendees to embrace the vibrant spirit of fall while enjoying an afternoon filled with fun, creativity, and community connection. Mark your calendar and experience the joy of the season with us! Special attractions include lunch from Concordia Catering, fall-themed crafts, games and more!

Meal is not a part of NSI Senior Meals. Punch cards not accepted.

  • October 2026 TBA
  • 12:30-3:00 pm
  • Free to attend
  • Register by calling 218.299.5514

Join us at this year's Fargo-Moorhead collaborative caregiver conference centered around Connecting the Caregiver. Who takes care of the caregiver? This half-day conference provides advice for managing the stress and fears of caregiving, with information and services relevant to the needs of both the caregiver and the individual being cared for.

Event features guest speakers and vendor booths. Stay tuned for more information!

  • Wednesday, December 2, 2026
  • 12:00-1:30 pm
  • Register by calling 218.299.5514 

Price is $8/person and includes lunch from Concordia Catering. 

Time for a festive holiday party with a live performance and a guest appearance from Santa! Stay tuned for more information.

Meal is not a part of NSI Senior Meals. Punch cards not accepted. 

Contact

Senior Program Coordinator
Hjemkomst Center
Attn: Moorhead Senior Center
202 1st Ave N
Moorhead, MN 56560

218.299.5514

Hours

Monday-Friday
(except holidays)
8:00 am-4:30 pm

Department

Parks & Recreation