Trivia Answers
8/1/1957—Due to a wrong number Sears ad
misprint, a child called to check on where Santa
was on Christmas Eve, and NORAD has been
tracking Santa every Christmas since.
8/2/1790—3.9 million people in the U.S.
8/3/1936—Jesse Owens
8/4/1693—Champagne.
8/5/1620—Southhampton, England
8/6/2012—Mars
8/7/1959—The Lincoln Memorial design
replaced the “wheat” design.
8/8/1974--Nixon announced his Presidential
resignation.
8/9/1892—Edison’s two-way telegraph.
8/10/1949—The U.S. Department of War
8/11/1929—League Park in Cleveland, Ohio
8/12/1851—Sewing machine
8/13/1918—The U.S. Marine Corps
8/14/1893—France
8/15/1914—The Panama Canal
8/16/1954—Sports Illustrated
8/17/2008—Phelps won eight gold medals at
the Beijing Olympics.
8/18/1587—Virginia Dare was the first English
child born in the Americas.
8/19/1692—They were convicted of witchcraft
at the Salem Witch Trials.
8/20/1938—Lou Gehrig
8/21/1883—Mayo Clinic
8/22/565—A monster in Loch Ness, Scotland.
8/23/79—Mount Vesuvius
8/24/1215—Magna Carta
8/25/1609—The first telescope
8/26/1789—The Declaration of the Rights of
Man and of the Citizen was approved by the
National Constituent Assembly of France on
this date.
8/27/2003—The Red Planet was only
34,646,418 miles away.
8/28/1898—Pepsi-Cola
8/29/1966—The Beatles
8/30/1835—Melbourne, Australia
8/31/1803—Lewis and Clark
Sa ve the Date!
Annual Ice Cream Social &
Hot Dog Sale
Wednesday, August 5th
5:00 to 7:00 PM
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*See reverse for answers*
Aug 1, 1957—The U.S. and Canada formed the
North American Aerospace Defense Command.
Why is NORAD so popular in December?
Aug 2, 1790—The first U.S. Census was
conducted. How many people were counted?
Aug 3, 1936—Who won the 100 meter dash,
beating “the world’s fastest man” Ralph Metcalfe at
the Berlin Olympics?
Aug 4, 1693—Celebratory date for Dom
Perignon’s invention of what drink?
Aug 5, 1620—The Mayflower departed from what
European city and headed towards North America?
Aug 6, 2012—NASA’s Curiosity rover landed on
the surface of what planet?
Aug 7, 1959—The Lincoln Memorial design on the
U.S. Penny went into circulation and was minted
until 2008. What design did it replace?
Aug 8, 1974—President Richard Nixon made what
historic announcement in a nationwide television
address?
Aug 9, 1892—Thomas Edison received a patent
for what tool of communication?
Aug 10, 1949—Which government department did
the United States Department of Defense replace?
Aug 11, 1929—Babe Ruth became the first baseball player to hit 500 home runs in his career with a
home run at which American ballpark?
Aug 12, 1851—Isaac Singer is granted a patent for
this invention.
Aug 13, 1918—Opha Mae Johnson was the first
woman to enlist in what branch of military?
Aug 14, 1893—What country became the first to
introduce motor vehicle registration?
Aug 15, 1914—What transport service opened
with the transit of the cargo ship SS Ancon?
Aug 16, 1954—The first issue of what popular
athletic magazine was published?
Aug 17, 2008— Michael Phelps became the first
person to win how many gold medals in just one
Olympic Games?
Aug 18, 1587—Virginia Dare, granddaughter of
Governor John White of the Colony of Roanoke, becomes known as the first what?
Aug 19, 1692—In MA, one woman and four men
are executed after being accused of what terror?
Aug 20, 1938—Who hit his 23rd career grand
slam, a record that stood until 2013 when it was
broken by Alex Rodriguez?
Aug 21, 1883—An F5 tornado strikes Rochester, Minnesota leading to the creation of what
world famous institution?
Aug 22, 565—Columba, an Irish Missionary
serving in Scotland, started began a legend after
reportedly seeing this.
Aug 23, 79—What volcano began stirring, on the
feast day of Vulcan, the Roman god of fire?
Aug 24, 1215—Pope Innocent III then declared
this 800-year-old document invalid.
Aug 25, 1609—Galileo Galilei demonstrated this
invention to Venetian lawmakers.
Aug 26, 1789—France approved what document
following the turmoil of the French Revolution?
Aug 27, 2003—Mars made its closest approach to
Earth in nearly 60,000 years, passing just how many
miles away?
Aug 28, 1898—Caleb Bradham invented the
carbonated soft drink that would later be called
what popular brand?
Aug 29, 1966—What musical group performed
their last concert at Candlestick Park in
San Francisco?
Aug 30, 1835—What Australian city was founded
on this day?
Aug 31, 1803—These two explorers started their
expedition to the west by leaving Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania.
August Events at RidgePointe
Tuesday August 4 Presentation: Presidential Swing States: Why Ten Only Matter
10:00 am Marion Hall
Guest Speaker: David Schultz If r ecent pr esidential election tr ends ar e any indication of what will
happen in 2016, Democrats in Texas and Republicans in New York might as well stay home on Election
Day because their votes will matter little in the presidential race. Conversely, for those in Ohio, Florida,
Colorado, Iowa, and a handful of other states, their votes matter. These states will be battered with a
barrage of presidential candidate visits, commercials, political spending, and countless stories about
them by the media. David Schultz examine why some states are swingers in presidential elections, capable
of being won by either of the major candidates. Open to the Public!
Wednesday August 5: Annual Ice Cream Social and Hot Dog Sale
5:00-7:00 pm Outside Courtyard
Hot Dog Meal Ticket is $5.00 and includes a Hot Dog, Chips, and Beverage. Served from 5:00-7:00 pm.
Ice Cream Sundaes are FREE! Entertainment will be Tim Patrick and His Blue Eyes Band.
RidgePointe’s annual summer event! Kick off the evening with the Resident Council Fundraiser Hot Dog Sale.
Hot dog, chips, and beverage meal for $5.00, available from 5 to 6:30 pm. Tickets available in advance at
either front desk or at the gate. Enjoy free ice cream beginning at 5:30 pm, followed by Tim Patrick and His
Blue Eyes Band from 6 to 7 pm. Invite family, friends and outside guests are welcome! Event is weather dependent,
call the front desk at 6200 with questions regarding cancellation due to weather. Everyone Welcome!
Saturday August 8: Poets At Large Poetry Reading
2:00 pm Marion Hall
The four Poets at Large will return to Marion Hall on Saturday, August 8 at 2 pm. RidgePointe resident Lee
Landau and fellow poets Evelyn Klein, Libby Casey Irwin, and Peter Stein will read original work. They will
also take part in discussions of poetry and questions from the audience. Refreshments will be served.
Sunday August 9: Ellen Spokane Piano Entertainment
2:00 pm East Lobby
Ellen is an accomplished pianist who plays a variety of music ranging from jazz, show tunes, singalong music,
and is willing to take requests from the audience.
Tuesday August 11 Presentation: Home Health 101
10:00 am Marion Hall
Guest Speaker: Carrie Dunkley, Intrepid Home Care and Hospice Home health car e allows senior s to
live independently for as long as possible, covering a wide range of services. Come learn what is important to
think about when considering home health care and services. Open to the Public.
Wednesday August 12: Root Beer Float Social
2:00-3:00 pm Atrium
Residents are invited to enjoy a delicious summertime treat!
Tuesday August 18 Presentation: Utilizing the Hennepin County Library System
10:00 am Marion Hall
Guest Speaker: Holly Rakocy, Librarian This infor mational lectur e will assist r esidents with using the
Library services - some of them can be used without leaving RidgePointe! Librarian Holly Rakocy will train us
on eBook usage, ordering library books and audiobooks by phone for delivery, and other technology assistance. If you
like to read, don’t miss this! Open to the Public.
Saturday August 22: Critical Thinking
10:00 am Marion Hall
Topic: Why Groundwater Matters to You and to our Lakes, Streams, and Wetlands
Guest Speaker: Jim Almendinger J im r eceived a B.A. in botany fr om Ohio Wesleyan, a Ph.D. in ecology
from the U of M, did postdoctoral work in Alaska and Sweden, and spent 5 years as a hydrologist with the U.S.
Geological
St. Croix Watershed Research
Station where he has spent 20 years researching the impact of land-use, humans and climate change on the
environment regarding watershed and groundwater connections. Everyone Welcome!
Tuesday August 25 Presentation: U.S. Policy toward Africa
10:00 am Marion Hall
Guest Speaker: Patrick Plonski Africa has become a draw for foreign investors from across the globe. After
2008, Africa realized the U.S. wouldn’t overturn U.S. - Africa policy. The U.S. has promised to favor good
governance and healthy economies over profit in Africa. Can U.S. policy live up to this promise while
securing our interests in the region? Open to the Public.
Wednesday August 26 Nature Club—Movie: NATURE: What Plants Talk About
1:30 pm Marion Hall
Scientist J.C. Cahill hosts this lighthearted look at the world of plants and how they live, grow, and behave.
From the stunning heights of the Great Basin Desert to the lush coastal rainforests, this documentary reveals an
astonishing landscape where plants eavesdrop on each other, talk to their allies, call in insect mercenaries, and
nurture their young. Open to the Public.
August Excursions
Thursday, August 6—Lunch at BLVD and Journey to Space Film at Science Museum
Depart: 11:45 am
Cost: $6/ticket, and Lunch on Your Own
Lunch is at the BLVD Kitchen & Bar, which is an exciting new American bistro that adds an unexpected twist
to traditional bar and grill fare. Following lunch, reflect on how the space shuttle program of the past has shaped
our approach to the future's space hurdles—including the exploration of Mars. Marvel at the extraordinary
accomplishments of human space travel over the past fifty years—and dream of the new horizons ahead.
Saturday, August 8—Guthrie Theater: The Music Man
Depart: 10:15 am
Cost: $30.50/ticket
Summer isn’t complete without seeing a spectacular musical at the Guthrie. You know the story about the fasttalking salesman and his money-making scheme to form a boy’s band in small-town Iowa. (We love when he
falls head over heels for Marian the librarian, who transforms him into an honest man.) But you’ve never seen it
here and there’s no better time than the present to experience this all-American gem. Overflowing with heart
and a parade of toe-tapping songs including “Goodnight, My Someone,” “Gary, Indiana,” “Till There Was
You” and “Seventy-Six Trombones,” this Tony-winning classic is family entertainment at its best. Secure your
tickets now or there may be trouble with a capital “T” when they become scarce!
Thursday, August 13—Minneapolis Farmer’s Market & Lunch at Crossroads Deli
Depart: 8:00 am
Cost: On Your Own
Open since 1937, the Minneapolis Farmer’s Market has been a source for fresh produce and products for the
Twin Cities can trace its roots to the Minneapolis Outdoor Fruit and Vegetable Market which started in 1876!
That first market was one of the few sources of fresh produce in the area at the time, drawing customers and
vendors from up to 20 miles away—by horse and cart. Enjoy shopping from about 230 vendors and after
you’ve bought your share of fresh food, have lunch at the Crossroads Delicatessen in Minnetonka.
Saturday August 15—Ladies Luncheon: Lord Fletcher’s
Depart: 10:45 am
Cost: On Your Own
Nestled on the shores of Lake Minnetonka, Lord Fletcher’s Old Lake Lodge is a cozy neighborhood destination
where savory food and lake life are not only celebrated, but cherished. Since 1968, Lord Fletcher’s has been
providing exceptional dining experience for its guests.
Thursday August 20— 100 Years of Weddings at the Cathedral of Saint Paul
Depart: 10:30 am
Cost: $5/person for tour, and Lunch on Your Own
Lunch at St. Paul Grill continually ranks at one of the top restaurants in the area. With its delicious menu and
beautiful views, lunch is guaranteed to be wonderful. After lunch, look back at 100 years of wedding traditions,
fashions and celebrations at this special exhibit celebrating the Cathedral of Saint Paul’s century-long role as
host to more than 2,000 nuptials. Cathedral archivists have spent a year curating donated photographs into a 100
-year timeline. Visitors will be able to see the evolution of weddings over time, as well as how world events
shaped the style and nature of weddings held over the past century.
Thursday August 27—Lunch at Mill Valley Kitchen and Warehouse Winery Tour
Depart: 11:15 am
Cost: $20/person for Warehouse Wine Tour and Lunch on Your Own
Mill Valley Kitchen is a restaurant featuring Northern California inspired cuisine served in a comfortable and
refined setting. Exciting, unique, and trendy, Warehouse Winery is an authentic working winery in the heart of
the Warehouse District in St. Louis Park. With large open spaces, eclectic décor, and a relaxed atmosphere,
Warehouse Winery is the perfect place to sample some of the finest wines in the Midwest. You will enjoy an
in-depth discussion on the wine-making process and learn all there is to know about Warehouse Winery Wines.
You can sample up to 5 wines and enjoy a cheese and cracker tray while doing so.