Events

Building and documenting family trees

Event Date: December 2, 2020, at 10:00 AM

The UMRA Family History group met via Zoom on December 2 for a presentation by Lynn C. Anderson and Craig Swan on building and documenting family trees using Ancestry.com and FamilySearch.org.

Photo Club to meet March 9

The Photo Club is currently meeting by ZOOM, starting at 12:30 pm on the second Tuesday of each month.  We share pictures, learn from each other and laugh a lot.  Come see for yourself and join in our fun.

For more information, please contact Sheri Goldsmith May < [email protected] > or Craig Swan < [email protected] >.

Photo Club to meet February 9

The Photo Club is currently meeting by ZOOM, starting at 12:30 pm on the second Tuesday of each month.  We share pictures, learn from each other and laugh a lot.  Come see for yourself and join in our fun.

For more information, please contact Sheri Goldsmith May < [email protected] > or Craig Swan < [email protected] >.

Photo Club to meet January 12

The Photo Club is currently meeting by ZOOM, starting at 12:30 pm on the second Tuesday of each month.  We share pictures, learn from each other and laugh a lot.  Come see for yourself and join in our fun.

For more information, please contact Sheri Goldsmith May < [email protected] > or Craig Swan < [email protected] >.

Photo Club to meet December 8

The Photo Club is currently meeting by ZOOM, starting at 12:30 pm on the second Tuesday of each month.  We share pictures, learn from each other  and laugh a lot.  Come see for yourself and join in our fun.

For more information, please contact  Sheri Goldsmith May   < [email protected] >   or Craig Swan < [email protected] >.

Overwhelming and wonderful

Event Date: November 20, 2020, at 2:00 PM

Interwoven with exquisite descriptions of the countryside, Christy Lefteri’s novel about the Syrian Civil War draws readers into the bombed city of Aleppo and the agonizing decisions families facing war must make.

Online Adventure: The Art & History of Paris

Live like a Parisian from the comfort of your living room during an online learning experience that brings you into the heart of the city. Our local Parisian experts will share the very best of their city while leading explorations of world-class museums and landmarks. Deadline to reserve a spot is Tuesday, December 1, 2020

How to preserve and share family history

Event Date: October 7, 2020, at 10:00 AM

Lynn C. Anderson and Craig Swan offered a presentation on preserving and sharing family history to UMRA members during a well-attended and well-received Zoom meeting in early October.

Photo Club to meet November 10

“Fall Colors” will be the theme when the UMRA Photo Club meets in November. Newcomers are always welcome. 

Sentimental but timely

Event Date: October 16, 2020, at 2:00 PM

In this sentimental but timely story, the lives of three characters in a small Missouri town merge as they help each other overcome personal loss and hardships.

Year End Tax Planning

Todd Koch, CPA, MBT, CFP, will review MN and Federal tax code changes, IRA and retirement account distribution strategies, and other important tax questions.

Estate Planning for Retirees

Estate Planning for retirees is presented by an estate planning law firm, and will review wills vs. revocable living trusts;  protecting inheritances from divorce, creditors and other claims;  concerns related to putting your property in your childrens' names, and more.

Book Notes | The Art of Racing in the Rain

Event Date: September 18, 2020, at 2:00 PM

Like the classic Black Beauty, in which a horse is the narrator, The Art of Racing in the Rain is narrated by a dog named Enzo. The title of the book is a metaphor for the scary times we face in our lives.

Photo Club to meet October 13

The UMRA Photo Club plans to take a break from Zoom and meet for an outdoor photo shoot and picnic on October 13.

Book notes | A unique and fascinating look into North Korea

Event Date: August 21, 2020, at 2:00 PM

An enthralling memoir, “The Girl with Seven Names” describes author Hyeonseo Lee’s story as she defies all odds to live a life of freedom outside North Korea.