Guided Painting with Kate Langlais
Date: Classes coming soon
Time:
Location: Activity Room
Cost: FREE, Register at Buckham West
Artist Kate Langlais is back with more guided painting classes! Class dates coming soon!
This class is fun! If you feel you are not talented enough to paint, this is a guided painting class. Kate will give direction on how to complete techniques step by step that you can choose to use or you can implement your own techniques and ideas. Space is limited. Please register at Buckham West in-person or by phone, 507.332.7357.
The Art Exchange
Date: 2nd and 4th Monday of the month
Time: 1:00 pm
Location: Activity Room
Cost: FREE for Members
The Art Exchange is a new creative gathering for individuals of all skill levels who enjoy working on their own art projects in a supportive, social setting. Participants bring their own supplies and tools and spend time creating at their own pace while sharing ideas, techniques and inspiration with others. The group is centered on fellowship, creativity and the joy of learning from one another whether you are an experienced artist or simply enjoy making art. The group will meet the second and fourth Monday of the month starting January 5th at 1:00pm.
Senior Tech Tutoring
Date: Coming soon!
Time: 9:30am – 10:30 PM
Cost: FREE
The Bethlehem Academy Students are back and ready to help with anything from phones to laptops. If you have any issues or something you would like to learn on your device, make an appointment at Buckham West. Call 507.332.7357
Spring Craft 2025
Date: Coming Soon!
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2nd Annual Mother’s Day Tea
Date(s): Coming In May 2026
Time: 2:30 pm
Location: Anderson Room
Cost:
Join us for an afternoon of games/prizes, refreshments (muffins, fruit and tea/coffee), to celebrate and honor moms, mother figures, and the people that love them. Whether you’re coming with your mom, in memory of her, to celebrate someone who has been like a mother to you, or to celebrate friendship, all are welcome to share in this meaningful event. Up to 6 guests per table, limited tables available.
Fraud and Scam Seminar
Date(s): Coming Soon!
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Location: Anderson Room
Cost: FREE, Register at Buckham West
Join us for some refreshments and this special informational seminar to help you be aware of all the fraud attempts that are happening in our community. A State Bank of Faribault’s staff expert will show you the latest information to help you be safe. Buckham West is partnering with the State Bank of Faribault and Three Rivers for this presentation.
Great Courses
Date(s): Thursdays ,March 13th – April 17th
Time: 1:00 pm
Location: Anderson Room
Cost: Free for members / 30$ for non-members
Great Courses is a series of College level courses covering a wide variety of topics such as art, history, science and current events. Presented in video and then discussion format. Former Shattuck Teacher, Bob Irby, facilitates the presentations and discussion.
This 6 week course you will learn about Understanding Russia: A cultural History. This course will look at Russia’s fascinating cultural history with an award-winning historian and Russian Specialist.
Sit & Stitch
Date(s): 1st and 3d Monday of the Month
Time: 9pm – 2pm
Cost: FREE (Members Only)
If you enjoy crocheting, knitting, embroidery, sewing or quilting and spending time with others, join us for the Sit & Stitch the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month from 9am to 2pm. Bring your project/supplies and spend the day or a couple of hours.
Lunch available at 11:30 with a reservation made at least one business day in advance.
AARP Driver Safety Program
AARP Driver Safety ProgramDate(s): Buckham West, along with AARP, offers their 4 hour class.
Time: Click on schedule below.
Cost: Based on AARP membership. $25/AARP members, $30/non-AARP member
Bingo
Date(s): 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the Month
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Anderson room
Cost: $5 (50 years plus community and a guest)
Come and play 9 games of Bingo for $5! Winners get a $10 gift card from businesses right here in Faribault! After Bingo, join us for a FREE drawing to win $10 cash! The drawing is cumulative so if nobody wins, there is $10 added every Bingo Session. If attendance reaches 50 players a 10th Bingo game will be added at no cost. If it reaches 65, another game will be added.
Cribbage
Date(s): Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Putrah Commons Room
Cost: FREE (Members Only)
Members only
Come and play cribbage whether you are a regular player, if it’s been a while and you want to brush up or if you just want to come and learn about the game. Game boards and cards will be provided. No cost or pre-registration necessary.
Family Caregiver Support Group
Date(s): February 11th, March 11th, April 8th, and May 13th.
Time: 5:30 – 7:00 p.m
Location: Buckham West Activity Room
Are you helping an elder with daily living activities? Then you are a caregiver. Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at Buckham West ~ 19 Division St. W. in Faribault for conversation with other caregivers. Open to all; no charge. No registration needed.
Foot Clinic
Date(s): By appointment
Time: mornings from 9:00am-12:30pm
Location: Activity Room
Cost: $25/person
Pre-registration required.
Sign up for foot care. Open to the public, no membership required. Make an appointment by calling Buckham West at 332-7357.
Health Insurance Counseling
For assistance with Medicare and other health insurance questions please call the Senior Linkage Line at 1-800-333-2433.
Information and Referral Service
Information and Referral ServiceThis valuable service provides assistance to anyone who has a question or concern about the well-being of an older adult. Buckham West maintains networking with senior care agencies and organizations in this area, so if you have any senior-related questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to stop in or call at 332-7357.
Legal Services
TO GET HELP CALL 1-888-575-2954
Legal questions? Southern MN Regional Legal Services (SMRLS) may be able to help!
In order to meet with a SMRLS staff member you must be a low-income senior or person with disability and live in the SMRLS service area. Please note that only civil legal matters will qualify, not criminal.
Along with reaching them by phone, Buckham West has received a Legal Kiosk that may also be able to assist you. Call Buckham West at 507-332-7357 to make a private appointment.
Life Writing Group
Date(s): 3rd Wednesday of each month
Time: 9:00-10:30 am
Location: Conference Room
Cost: Free
Come and learn a simple technique for recording your family stories. Join us for lively discussion, fun writing exercises, and the sharing of stories. Members only.
Mah jongg
Date(s): Every Monday
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Commons Room
Cost: Free
Members only
Mah jongg – is a game of strategy that originated in China. It uses small rectangular tiles stamped with symbols and characters. The object of the game is to be the first to assemble combinations of these tiles into specific patterns that make up a hand. These combinations are assembled by picking and discarding tiles. Once you learn the fundamentals of the game, you will understand why people love it.
Out to Lunch Bunch
Date(s): Third Tuesday of each month
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Location: Varies
Cost: Dutch Treat
Pre-registration required. Members Only.
This group is for Buckham West members who are interested in trying different restaurants in Faribault and the surrounding area.
Meditation Practice
Date(s): Fridays
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Anderson Room
Cost: FREE (Members Only)
This group is for Buckham West members who want to learn and practice meditation techniques.