3311 East Old Shakopee Road - Bloomington, MN 55425 Tel: 952-853-6562 February 2020 [email protected]Vol. 35 Issue 2 CONTROL DATA/CERIDIAN RETIREES CLUB Thinking of you Gloria Cumming Fred Winker Sympathy To the Family of John Robert Beach To the Family of Bud (Rodney) Becker To the Family of Eugene V. (Gene) DiMenna To the Family of Terry Engstrom To the Family of John T. (Jack) Sheldon IV To the Family of Johann Wimmer To the Family of Theodore Winstead Jr. SEMINAR / EDUCATION/Winter/Spring Series ************************************************** They Chose Minnesota Seminar by Doug Ohman Wednesday, February 5th (Part 1) Learn about the second major wave of immigration to Minne- sota which started in the 1860's through photographs and sto- ries. What brought these Scandinavian, Czech, Polish, Dutch, Finnish and other immigrants to the North Star State? Why did they settle where they did? What traditions did they bring with them? Join us to learn all this and more. Mount Rushmore Seminar by David Jones Thursday, February 20th This national monument known worldwide is really something to see and to hear about. This seminar will not get you there to see it, but will inform you why you should see it. David Jones, an historical presenter, will tell you how this memorial was built. They Chose Minnesota Seminar by Doug Ohman Wednesday, March 4th (Part 2) This is a continuation of Doug’s presentation on immigration to Minnesota. Anyone may attend this Part 2 session (not necessary to attend Part 1 first). WCCO Radio Show Seminar by Curtis Beckmann Tuesday, March 24th News Director Curtis Beckmann entertains with WCCO history, glory days stories and his own experiences. He’ll talk about Howard Viken, Jergen Nash, Sid Hartman, Charlie Boone, Roger Erickson, Joyce Lamont, Steve Cannon, Bill Diehl, Maynard Speece and more. Wings for Widows Seminar by Chris Bentley Wednesday, April 22nd Chris Bentley will guide new widows through the shock of widowhood. Wings for Widows provides a broad range of ser- vices to new widows struggling with the loss of a spouse. We advocate for her, coach her and connect her. NEW EVENTS Music Man - Chanhassen The Last Ship - Ordway Mame - Artistry Annual Enrollment Time Membership and Guest Membership renewal Forms for 2020 are due by January 31, 2020. Please see page 19 for Enrollment form. WELCOME NEW MEMBERS William and Elizabeth Orr Retired from Arden Hills Gary and Patricia Therens Retired from Control Data Systems
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3311 East Old Shakopee Road - Bloomington, MN 55425 Tel: 952-853-6562
SEMINAR / EDUCATION/Winter/Spring Series **************************************************
They Chose Minnesota Seminar by Doug Ohman Wednesday, February 5th (Part 1)
Learn about the second major wave of immigration to Minne-sota which started in the 1860's through photographs and sto-ries. What brought these Scandinavian, Czech, Polish, Dutch, Finnish and other immigrants to the North Star State? Why did they settle where they did? What traditions did they bring with
them? Join us to learn all this and more.
Mount Rushmore Seminar by David Jones Thursday, February 20th This national monument known worldwide is really something to see and to hear about. This seminar will not get you there to see it, but will inform you why you should see it. David Jones, an historical presenter, will tell you how this memorial
was built.
They Chose Minnesota Seminar by Doug Ohman Wednesday, March 4th (Part 2) This is a continuation of Doug’s presentation on immigration to Minnesota. Anyone may attend this Part 2 session (not
necessary to attend Part 1 first).
WCCO Radio Show Seminar by Curtis Beckmann Tuesday, March 24th News Director Curtis Beckmann entertains with WCCO history, glory days stories and his own experiences. He’ll talk about Howard Viken, Jergen Nash, Sid Hartman, Charlie Boone, Roger Erickson, Joyce Lamont, Steve Cannon, Bill
Diehl, Maynard Speece and more.
Wings for Widows Seminar by Chris Bentley Wednesday, April 22nd Chris Bentley will guide new widows through the shock of widowhood. Wings for Widows provides a broad range of ser-vices to new widows struggling with the loss of a spouse. We advocate for her, coach her and connect her.
NEW EVENTS
Music Man - Chanhassen
The Last Ship - Ordway
Mame - Artistry
Annual Enrollment Time Membership and Guest Membership renewal Forms for 2020 are due by
Please use the forms in the Newsletter if you wish to attend an event. If we only get checks, we do not know what you are signing up for.
Thanks for your help.
Info on Attending Events
If you will not be attending an event you’ve paid and signed up for, PLEASE call the event coordinator. There is usually a wait list, and someone else could go instead.
If you don’t hear from the club office or event coordinator, assume your reservation is confirmed.
Please see page 12 for a possible 2 nights/3 day trip
Special needs: Wheelchair access_____________________ Other___________________________________
They Chose Minnesota Seminar by Doug Ohman (Part 1) - Wednesday, February 5th Creekside 9:00 am
Coordinator: Board 952-853-6562
Cost per person: $5.00 (Checks not returned) Last day to register or cancel unless sold out: January 29th Learn about the second major wave of immigration to Minnesota which started in the 1860's through photographs and stories. What brought these Scandinavian, Czech, Polish, Dutch, Finnish, and other immigrants to the North Star State? Why did they settle where they did? What traditions did they bring with them? Join us to learn all this and more.
Mamma Mia - Wednesday, February 12th (SOLD OUT) Chanhassen Theatre - Lunch 11:00 - Play 1:00 pm
Coordinator: Gloria Cumming 952-881-0245
Cost per person: $33.00 Active $65.00 Inactive Member Last day to register or cancel unless sold out: January 31st (Tickets mailed Feb.1st)
Set on a colorful Greek island, the plot serves as a background for a wealth of ABBA songs. A young woman about to be married discovers that any one of three men could be her father. She invites all three to the wedding without telling her mother, Donna, who was once the lead singer of Donna and the Dyna-mos. In the meantime, Donna has invited her backup singers, Rosie and Tanya.
RESERVATION FORM
They Chose Minnesota Seminar by Doug Ohman (Part 1) - Wednesday, February 5th
Page Event Coordinator Wed., Feb. 5 They Chose Minnesota Seminar by Doug Ohman * 3 Board 952-853-6562 Creekside (Part 1) Wed., Feb.12 Mamma Mia - Chanhassen ** (SOLD OUT) 3 Gloria Cumming 952-881-0245 Thurs., Feb.20 Mount Rushmore Seminar by David Jones * 5 Board 952-853-6562 Creekside Wed., Mar. 4 They Chose Minnesota Seminar by Doug Ohman 5 Board 952-853-6562 Creekside (Part 2) * Sun., Mar. 8 My Fair Lady - Orpheum * 7 Nancy Dostal 651-686-5450 Wed., Mar.11 The Bikinis - DayTrippers * 7 Dean Nerdahl 952-831-4804 Tues., Mar.17 One Night of Queen - Ames Burnsville 9 Linda Hauck 952-854-4727 Tues., Mar.24 WCCO Radio Seminar - Creekside * 9 Board 952-853-6562 Wed., April 1 Music Man - Chanhassen * 11 Judy Moss 952-808-5540 Sat., April 18 The Last Ship - Ordway * 11 Dean Nerdahl 952-831-4804 Wed., April 22 Wings for Widows Seminar - Creekside * 13 Board 952-853-6562 Sat., April 25 Mame - Artistry Theatre * 13 Linda Hauck 952-854-4727 Sat., May 2 Spring Luncheon - Hyatt Regency, Bloomington * 15 Board 952-853-6562 Car Wash Certificates * 17 Board 952-853-6562
* Announcement enclosed ** Call for availability Mon., May 11 Car Fit checklist - AARP - Creekside Thur., May 14 Chippewa Falls Wis. Tour - Bus - Creekside Wed., May 20 Dixie Swim Club - Old Log Thru. May 28 Orchestra Hall Minnesota Orchestra
Ticket Reservations: If an event is SOLD OUT, even though your reservation was received before
the cutoff date, we will put your reservation on a wait list and you will be notified.
Event Questions? - Call the Event Coordinator with questions/concerns about an event.
For all bus trips, the club provides a tip for the bus driver.
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RESERVATION FORM
Mount Rushmore Seminar by David Jones - Thursday, February 20th Check amount: _________________ No. Reservations __________
Retiree Name ____________________________ Spouse/Guest Name ________________________
Active Club Members - Retiree? Yes _______ Spouse? Yes _____ Annual Guest? Yes______
Retiree’s address: Street_______________________ City ___________________State _____ Zip ________
They Chose Minnesota Seminar by Doug Ohman (Part 2) - Wednesday, March 4th Creekside 9:00 am
Coordinator: Board 952-853-6562
Cost per person: $5.00 (Checks not returned) Last day to register or cancel unless sold out: February 24th This is a continuation of Doug’s presentation on immigration to Minnesota. Anyone may attend this Part 2 session (not necessary to attend Part 1 first).
They Chose Minnesota Seminar by Doug Ohman (Part 2) - Wednesday, March 4th
Mount Rushmore Seminar by David Jones - Thursday, February 20th Creekside 9:00 am
Coordinator: Board 952-853-6562
Cost per person: $5.00 (Checks not returned) Last day to register or cancel unless sold out: February 13th
This national monument known worldwide is really something to see and to hear about. This seminar will not get you there to see it, but will inform you why you should see it. David Jones, an historical presenter, will tell you of how this memorial was built.
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Techie Corner
By John Janes
Techie Corner
Techie Questions from Members
Do you have any specific questions about technology or something specific you would like to see covered in this column? Send your suggestions, questions, and comments to the club at [email protected]. We will try to address them in future issues.
I found the following article in one of the newsletters that I get. I had not seen this any other place so I thought I would pass it on. I hate to keep bringing up bad things in this column, but I would rather alert you to what can happen to your machine and give you a heads up as to what to watch for.
It hasn’t been the easiest time for Windows 10 users recently. While Microsoft’s signature operating system is more popular than ever, it’s suffered a variety of significant security issues in its time on the market.
Naturally, these threats have prompted Microsoft to issue several patches to plug up security holes in the platform.
But now, a new security threat is staring down Windows users — and security patches can’t help you. A terrifying new malware has been unleashed, and not only does it encrypt your files, but it leaves users and admins with no backdoor access. If you email or download frequently, watch out for this ransomware.
SNAKE in the grass
Researchers and white-hat hackers associated with MalwareHunterTeam have discovered a new type of ransomware attack they’ve dubbed SNAKE.
This ransomware stealthily infects systems and encrypts files without the user’s knowledge. Then, once the user logs on again, it demands a ransom in exchange for access. But unlike other ransom-ware attacks, SNAKE slithers a bit deeper into your system than you’d expect and disables remote management.
Remote management, which allows users to log into their computer as the admin from another sys-tem, is one of the backbones of ransomware recovery in the cybersecurity field. With remote man-agement disabled, there are no longer any backdoor methods to access a compromised system.
If SNAKE gets on your computer, your files are pretty much toast. As a gesture of kindness (and to show they really mean business), the hackers who run the SNAKE malware give you the option to have 3 files of your choice decrypted as “proof” that they’ll unlock your system if you pay.
But MalwareHunterTeam still cautions against this, as there’s no stopping the hackers from simply hitting you again and relocking the files you freed after you pay. As of now, there’s no top-down fix or patch to address SNAKE. It appears to be a sophisticated, custom-designed piece of malware.
Am I vulnerable? What can I do to protect my system? Continued on page 8
My Fair Lady– Sunday, March 8th Orpheum Theatre 1:00 pm
Coordinator: Nancy Dostal 651-686-5450
Cost per person: $23.00 Active $46.00 Inactive Member Last day to register or cancel unless sold out: February 21st (Tickets will be mailed Feb 21st )
From Lincoln Center Theater comes a sumptuous new production of the most perfect musical of all time. Lerner & Loewe’s MY FAIR LADY. Boasting such classic songs as “I Could Have Danced All Night,” “The Rain in Spain,” and “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly,” director Bartlett Sher’s glowing production is “thrilling, glorious and better than it ever was.”
The Bikinis - Wednesday, March 11th DayTrippers - Lunch 12:15 - Play 1:15 pm
Coordinator: Dean Nerdahl 952-831-4804
Cost per person: $20.00 Active $39.75 Inactive Member Last day to register or cancel unless sold out: March 5th Check in at door with Dean
Move over JERSEY BOYS, make room for The Bikinis! Back together again for the first time in twenty years. These 'Jersey Girls' will deliver sun, fun and a rockin' good time that will have everyone dancing in the aisles! Lunch includes: Pork Marsala, Champagne Chicken, Country Sausage with Sauerkraut, Salad bar, Assorted cheese, seasoned red potatoes, vegetables, bread, dessert, coffee and tea.
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Techie Corner
By John Janes
Techie Corner
SNAKE is confirmed to be spreading in the wild, so prevention is the best step to avoid getting hit.
Thankfully, like all other malware, this program must be installed by the user (intentionally or not) to function. To avoid this, the same standard rules apply with email attachments, downloads and webpages: If it’s not 100% familiar to you, avoid it like the plague!
Never download any email attachments you aren’t completely sure about. Never provide personal information to any entities online or let them convince you to install anything you’re not intimately familiar with.
A common way hackers implant malware is via tech support scams. They claim to be “agents” who need access to your system to “clear out a virus” and they’ll instruct you to download “remote man-agement” software, but this is usually loaded with malware.
Ultimately, to stay safe from the SNAKE, stay away from the place’s hackers frequent, such as ille-gal download sites or questionable websites. Remember, your computer is only as safe as you are.
You can also prevent hackers from using ransomware to take over your computer by backing up your data.
Bonus: Windows 7 and lower users aren’t out of the woods yet.
Windows users who are loathe to upgrade their operating systems are facing another security threat aimed squarely at them. An Internet Explorer security bug identified by Microsoft has been con-firmed to be found in the wild, and the company has committed to developing a patch to address the issue.
This IE bug takes advantage of a memory exploit, and all it would take for a hacker to seize control is a quick link to a malicious website. Until the patch is released, we would highly advise Windows 7 and below users to take advantage of other web browsers instead of Internet Explorer.
One Night of Queen – Tuesday, March 17th Ames Theatre 8:00 pm
Coordinator: Linda Hauck 952-854-4727
Cost per person: $20.00 Active $40.00 Inactive Member Last day to register or cancel unless sold out: March 8th (Tickets mailed March 9th) One night of Queen performed by Gary Mullen & the Works is a spectacular live concert, recreating the look, sound, pomp and showmanship of arguably the greatest rock band of all time. They have been hailed as the World’s Premiere Queen Tribute Band.
WCCO Radio Seminar - Tuesday, March 24th Creekside 9:00 am
Coordinator: Board 952-853-6562
Cost per person: $5.00 (Checks not returned) Last day to register or cancel unless sold out: March 16th
News Director Curtis Beckmann entertains with WCCO history, glory days stories and his own experi-ences. He’ll talk about Howard Viken, Jergen Nash, Sid Hartman, Charlie Boone, Roger Erickson, Joyce Lamont, Steve Cannon, Bill Diehl, Maynard Speece and more.
Special needs: Wheelchair access_____________________ Other___________________________________
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Christmastide
By Dean Nerdahl
This show was a wonderful Christmas gift to the 96 retirees and guests who were in attend-ance. Simple Gifts is a local group led by Billy McLaughlin who really put us in the Christ-mas spirit. They combined violin, guitar, piano, drums, Celtic whistle, and bagpipes along with beautiful vocals to create a modern old world sound. Most of the songs were the won-derful old classics of Christmas along with many never heard before songs. They really did accomplish this quote from their brochure -- “breathing new life into old world treasures.” They even sang “Beautiful Savior” in Norwegian.
Music Man – Wednesday, April 1st Chanhassen Theatre Lunch 11:00 am Show 1:00 PM
Coordinator: Judy Moss 952-808-5540
Cost per person: $40.00 Active $65.50 Inactive Member Last day to register or cancel unless sold out: March 24th (Tickets mailed March 25th)
A fun and transformative story, The Music Man is entertainment at its very best! The fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, cons the good folks of River City, Iowa. But then he becomes smitten with the town librarian… You’ll enjoy the musical favorites: “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “Till There Was You,” “Gary Indiana,” & many MORE!
The Last Ship - Saturday, April 18th Ordway Theatre 2:00 pm
Coordinator: Board 952-853-6562
Cost per person: $62.00 Active $103.00 Inactive Member Last day to register or cancel unless sold out: April 10th (Tickets mailed April 10th)
The Last Ship is an epic tale of community, hope, and a great act of collective defiance. When a sailor named Gideon Fletcher returns home after seventeen years at sea, tensions between past and future flare in both his family and his town. Music by Sting.
Special needs: Wheelchair access_____________________ Other___________________________________
Special needs: Wheelchair access_____________________ Other___________________________________
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Interested in a 2-night trip to Pella and Amana Colonies, Iowa?
The Retirees Club is considering a 2-night trip to Pella and Amana Colonies, Iowa, May 6-8, 2020. This 3 day motor coach tour will include lodging for two nights; first night in Pella IA at the Country Inn, the second night in Coralville IA at the Drury Inn.
Lunch and dinner included on May 6. Breakfast and supper included on May 7th. Breakfast and lunch included on May 8th.
Tour includes visiting Pella IA and the 28,000 tulips and other flowering plants throughout the village. Seats will be reserved for the grandstand street stage performance and parade. Museums, quilt shops and more are within walking distance downtown. Next day, a tour-guided visit to an Amana Colony. May 6 dinner includes a traditional Dutch meal followed by local entertainment at the Graham Center at Central College. May 7 dinner included at the Drury Inn. May 8 lunch includes old-world German and American recipes at the Ox Yoke Inn.
In order to commit to this trip, we need to know if there’s enough interest to confirm bus, hotels and tours with our provider soon. Please send the club office a short email ([email protected]) or phone (952-853-6562) and let us know. Cost would be $535 per person (2 per room), or $705 for 1 person per room.
Questions – call Judy Moss, 952-808-5540. The Deadline is approaching.
Mame - Saturday, April 25th Artistry Theatre 2:00 pm
Coordinator: Linda Hauck 952-854-4727
Cost per person: $20.00 Active $38.00 Inactive Member Last day to register or cancel unless sold out: April 15th (Tickets mailed April 15th) Meet Mame Dennis, an eccentric Manhattanite whose fabulous, bohemian lifestyle is turned upside down when her orphaned nephew comes to live with her. Featuring a timeless score with hits like “Open a New Window” and “We Need a Little Christmas,” Mame is a sweet show about the importance of fami-ly and remaining true to your most essential self.
Wings for Widows Seminar - Wednesday, April 22nd Creekside 9:00 am
Coordinator: Board 952-853-6562 Cost per person: $5.00 (Checks not returned) Last day to register or cancel unless sold out: March 16th Chris Bentley will guide new widows through the shock of widowhood. Wings for Widows provides a broad range of services to new widows struggling with the loss of a spouse. He will discuss financial & legal issues, ownership changes and insurance, bills and more.
Special needs: Wheelchair access_____________________ Other___________________________________
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Here are just a few events that you may be interested in.
Cambodian Buddhist Temple
2925 220th St E, Hampton, MN 55031
(651) 463-3101
This is about 40 miles south and looks pretty neat on the
internet.
No admission but freewill offering is suggested.
Mdewakanton Sioux Community Center
2300 Tiwahe Circle, Shakopee MN
952-233-9151
Provides a cultural experience that enhances understanding of the Dakota People and their history. Tours are offered and there is a gift shop. General administration is $7.50 but free for seniors over 65.
MN Landscape Arboretum
3675 Arboretum Dr.
Chanhassen, MN
952-443-1400
There is so much to do and see there including walks, tours, programs and events and a good place for lunch. Free admission for all on the 3rd Monday of each month.
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Spring Luncheon - Saturday, May 2nd
Hyatt Regency - Bloomington (West of the Ceridian Building) Coordinator: Board 852-853-6562
Doors open 10:30 a.m. Lunch at 11:00 Entertainment 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 Cost per person: $25.00 Active $35.00 Inactive Member Last day to register or cancel unless sold out: April 25th (No tickets mailed, check in at the reservation table) The doors will open at 10:30 so that everyone can visit and catch up with all of the former board members. Lunch consists of: Maple Glazed Minnesota Chicken, Herb roasted potatoes, green salad, roll and butter, coffee and tea and Harvest carrot cake with cream cheese frosting.
Entertainment will be provided by Medicine Man (Scott Crosbie.)
Starting October 1, 2020, you’ll need the updated identification to meet federal requirements for airline travel or to visit a federal facility.
Standard driver’s licenses and state ID cards will remain valid forms of ID for driving and cashing checks.
So if you plan to travel after 10/1/20, you’ll need this new ID card. Bring two documents to a DVS (Driver and Vehicle Services) site (not photo-copies):
Unexpired Minnesota driver’s license
Credit card or bank statement less than 90 days old
Unexpired passport
Certified copy of a birth certificate
Certificate of citizenship
Proof of having a Social Security card*
*Can be a W2 showing taxes withheld
*Paystub with name/address/SSN
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It’s Car Wash Time Again
We’re offering Paradise car washes again this year. There are six Paradise car wash locations around the Twin Cities. They include Apple Valley, Bloomington (2) locations, Savage, Woodbury and Eagan.
This includes full service wash, vacuum seats and floors, inside glass washed and dried, dash dusted off, whitewalls cleaned and exterior towel dried. Two coupons per household, please. Send in the reservation form below along with your $25.00 check payable to CERIDIAN RETIREES CLUB.
If you have questions, please call Judy Moss, 952-808-5540
Cost: $25.00 for two coupons.
Limit is two coupons per household for this season.
* This guest membership category is for single retirees only. The retiree, or surviving spouse, pays a single yearly $10.00 fee and can bring one guest to any event for the discounted price as the member. This fee co-vers one accompanying guest for all events (paying as an active member) for the entire year. It does not need to be the same guest at different events.
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