With the senior population getting larger by the day, now more than ever there is a huge need for Midwestern seniors, and those approaching retirement age, to have one place to gather to learn more about the issues that impact their lives, get their questions answered by helpful experts, and most important: to have a great deal of fun while they’re at it.

The Seniors Expo (www.101expos.com) has been serving area seniors for eight years. This year’s event, taking place at Grand Casino Mille Lacs on October 6-7, 2008, promises to be the best yet because show producers are reaching out not only to current retirees but also to those in their 50s and 60s who are planning for the next stage of their lives.

"We're seeing a shift in the demographics of the people who attend this show to include more people who are five to 10 years away from retirement age," confirms Robin Kocina, President of Mid-America Events & Expos, which produces the event. "This year's event will be filled with interesting seminars and lots of great entertainment aimed at both age groups."

At the 2008 Seniors Expo, people will:

• Learn more about their 2009 Medicare options.
• Enjoy free admission to the Ms. Senior Minnesota Pageant, taking place during the expo. The reigning Ms. Senior America Linda Wagner, who hails from Bemidji, will be relinquishing her state crown to another talented woman who has reached the 'age of elegance.'
• Watch a live demonstration of the popular SilverSneakers seniors exercise group.
• Get answers and information about next February’s change to 100 percent digital TV broadcasting from the on-site appearance by the DTV Road Show, accompanied by the gigantic 20-foot TV screen known as the DTV Trekker.
• Participate in free seminars on anti-aging, looking good and feeling great.
• Put their names in for exciting prize drawings.
• Enjoy dancing, singing and plenty of surprises all within the high energy surroundings of one of Minnesota's best casino hotels.

For information about convenient bus transportation packages from the Twin Cities and other areas, contact Patsy or Peggy at Heartland Tours and Travel, 651-777-7170 or toll free at 888-735-7118, or by emailing info@heartlandtoursandtravel.net.

To watch a video of last year's show, to shop at the show before you go and for half price tickets (regularly $6) visit www.101expos.com. Or call the expo hotline at 612-798-7256. Show hours are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days.

The Seniors Expo is sponsored by KLBB, Humana, KOOL 108, KSTC-TV, 5 Eyewitness News, Heartland Tours and Travel, Good Age, Best of Times, and Blue Cross/Blue Shield.

Media Note: For additional information or to schedule an interview, contact Media Relations, Inc. at 612-798-7220.