Community-ELK RIVER-Fall 2018

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table of contentsearly childhood New Class Alert:pages 2-6 NEW! LOCAL SPANISH, GLOBAL EXPERIENCE ► GRADES K-5Early Childhood Family Education Discovery Learning Preschool Don't miss this year's all-new and exciting 16-week SpanishLittle Learners • Parenting adventure: Vamos por el pueblo y Vamos a la ciudad (Let's go to the town and Let's go to the city!)! Learn practical conversation skills as well as vocabulary related to the home, community, health, sports, andyouth, Pre K-12 pastimes -- all in Spanish! Mondays Oct 8-Apr 15* | 16 sessions | 4:15-5:15pm | $259pages 7-15 Meadowvale Elem Media Center Door 7 | Futura Language Staff #YTUGLOB02F18Visual & Performing Arts • Athletics *Not meeting Nov 12 & 19, Dec 17 through Feb 4, Feb 18, Apr 1Academics • Music • Crescendo High Wednesdays Oct 10-Apr 17* | 16 sessions | 4:15-5:15pm | $259School • Aquatics • Little Learners Twin Lakes Elem Media Center Door 3 | Futura Language StaffSpecial Interest #YTUGLOB04F18 *Not meeting Nov 21, Dec 12 through Feb 6, Mar 13, Apr 3adultpages 16-25 Fitness • Trips • Arts • General InterestHobby • Finance • Health & SafetyParenting • Technology • Adult BasicEducation • GED • English as aSecond Languageregistrationpage 26 View the Fall brochure our mission online at To build community through citizenwww.728communityed.com involvement and lifelong learning whileor pick one up at your educating, inspiring and empoweringlocal school or business. ALL of our learners across ISD 728.12 Fall 20158 •• RReeggisisteterroonnlilnineeaattwwwwww..772288ccoommmmuunnitityyeedd..ccoomm •• 776633-2-24411-3-3552200

early childhoodINFANTS ► AGE BIRTH-12 MONTHS łłTODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS ► AGE 12 MONTHS-KINDERGARTEN ENTRYHaving a baby can mean major adjustments in every area of your life.We are here to support you in this amazing and exciting transition. Children learn from one another as they play and interact. Join us in aThese relaxing and informative classes are led by a Parent Educator growth opportunity for children to develop social, emotional, physicaland offer discussions on development, schedules and feeding. Come and cognitive skills in a mixed-age group setting. Parents will discussfor some uninterrupted time with your infant and an opportunity to meet ways to support developmental milestones, ways to make learning funother parents. This is a non-separating class. Class is free, but please and discipline techniques. This is a separating class.register. Wednesdays Sep 19-Dec 5* | 11 sessions | 6:00-7:30pm | $77 Wednesdays Sep 19-Dec 5* | 11 sessions | 9:00-10:00am | $0 Handke Center Rm 10 Door 5 | #EETODDL01F18Handke Center Rm 1 Door 5 | #EEINFAN01F18 *Not meeting Nov 21*Not meeting Nov 21 Fridays Sep 21-Dec 7* | 10 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $70Saturdays Sep 22-Oct 13 | 4 sessions | 10:45-11:45am | $0 Handke Center Rm 10 Door 5 | #EETODDL02F18Handke Center Rm 1 Door 5 | #EEINFAN02F18 *Not meeting Oct 19, Nov 23Saturdays Oct 27-Nov 17 | 4 sessions | 10:45-11:45am | $0 Fridays Sep 21-Dec 7* | 10 sessions | 10:45am-12:15pm | $70Handke Center Rm 1 Door 5 | #EEINFAN03F18 Handke Center Rm 10 Door 5 | #EETODDL03F18 *Not meeting Oct 19, Nov 23łłONES ► AGE 12-24 MONTHS łłTWOS ► AGE 24-36 MONTHSCome join us in our creative learning environment designed for curious,busy, on-the-go toddlers. Engage with other parents and a parent Two-year-olds are growing at high speed! They require guidance andeducator exploring toddler development, ways to expand learning limits as they set out to try new things. Our classrooms are set upat home, and encouraging language development. This is a non- to allow children to engage all of their senses as they sing, dance,separating class. New families may join any time as space permits. create, build, problem solve, communicate and socialize. Children gain confidence, trust and independence as their parents separate for theirWednesdays Sep 19-Dec 5* | 11 sessions | 10:30am-12:00pm | $77 facilitator-led parent education that focuses on child development,Handke Center Rm 1 Door 5 | #EETONES02F18 parenting and parent-child relationships. This is a separating class.*Not meeting Nov 21 Mondays Sep 17-Dec 3* | 10 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $70Year-long Class Handke Center Rm 10 Door 5 | #EETWOS01F18Tuesdays Sep 18-May 21* | 29 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $161 *Not meeting Nov 12 & 19Handke Center Rm 1 Door 5 | #EETONES01F18*Not meeting Nov 20, Dec 11, 18, 25, Jan 1, Feb 19, Apr 2 Tuesdays Sep 18-Dec 4* | 11 sessions | 10:45am-12:15pm | $77 Handke Center Rm 10 Door 5 | #EETWOS02F18 Separating classes are classes where the parents *Not meeting Nov 20 move to a different room for parent discussion and children remain in their classroom for activities. Non-separating classes are classes where the parent discussion is in the room with the children.763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2018 2

early childhood WILDLIFE FESTIVAL ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN ENTRY Stop by our activity booth at the Wildlife Festival at Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge! This free family event will be at the Oak Savanna Learning Center, 16797 289th AVE NW, Zimmerman, approximately 5 miles west of U.S. 169 on County Road 9. In addition to our booth, enjoy presentations, hands-on activities, horse-drawn wagon rides through the savanna and more! Saturday Sep 29 | 10:00am-3:00pm Sherburne Wildlife RefugełłTHREES, FOURS, FIVES ► AGE 36 MONTHS- PARTICIPANT CHILDCAREKINDERGARTEN ENTRY CHANGES! EDVENTURE CLUBThis is a time of investigating and experimenting for your child. Explore with PROGRAM PARTICIPANT CHILDCAREyour preschool age child and discover the world of math, literacy and socialplay. Parents will discuss topics focused on Kindergarten preparation as EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for the children of programwell as topics selected by the group. This is a separating class. participants. This program is supervised by EdVenture Club staff specifically trained in Early Childhood best practices. Please noteMondays Sep 17-Dec 3* | 10 sessions | 10:45am-12:15pm | $70 the following important registration changes this year:Handke Center Rm 10 Door 5 | #EEPTHRE01F18 ►Program Participant Care is pre-pay only; you must pay when*Not meeting Nov 12 & 19 scheduling care.łKINłMDEERSSGYARATRETN►ENATGREY 12 MONTHS- ►The registration deadline is 5pm the Monday prior to the weekCalling all budding artists! Let's explore different ways to create art. care is needed.You and your child will experience different types of art..all very messy! ►Program Participant Care will be offered in blocks of time. TheseCome dressed for fun creating; smocks will be available. times will closely match all ECFE and Preschool class times. Signage 12-36 months up for the time block that covers your class time even if there isWednesdays Sep 19-Dec 5* | 11 sessions | 9:00-10:00am | $77 additional time included before/after your class time.Handke Center Blesener Community Rm Door 5 | #EETMA1201F18 ►Fees are based on block times:*Not meeting Nov 21 »» Blocks of time that are 2 hours or less = $3 per block »» Block of time more than 2 hours = $5 per block36 months-Kindergarten entryWednesdays Sep 19-Dec 5* | 11 sessions | 10:30-11:45am | $77 HOW DO I REGISTER?Handke Center Blesener Community Rm Door 5 | #EEPMA3601F18 Complete a registration calendar—calendars can be completed up*Not meeting Nov 21 to 2 months in advance. Deadline for registering is 5pm the Monday before the week care is needed. Registration is not available online,YOGA CALM ► AGE 3-5 W/ADULT however you can find Participant Care registration calendars at the following locations:Discover the five principles of Yoga Calm and the tools needed to ►ECFE office at Handke Center.help us stay calm and regulated in a stressful world! Both children and ►Hallway entry areas at each of the ECFE/Discovery Learninggrown-ups will participate in the activities that will include mindfulness,breath work, and Yoga-based movement. Please bring a yoga mat or sites (Rogers Elem, Otsego Elem, Zimmerman Elem & theblanket if possible and a comfort item for you and your child. Class may Handke Center)be held outside periodically, so come dressed for the weather. ►Online at www.isd728.org/EdvPPC.Saturdays Sep 22-Oct 13 | 4 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $5/family Mail, drop-off, fax or email your completed calendar & payment toHandke Center Rm 10 Door 5 | #EEPYOGA01F18 the EdVenture Club office at the Handke Center. Care is available for classes that have the Program Participant Childcare program icon next to the title or class.Saturdays Oct 27-Nov 17 | 4 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $5/familyHandke Center Rm 10 Door 5 | #EEPYOGA02F183 Fall 2018 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

early childhoodEDINBOROUGH INDOOR PLAY PARK► AGE 2-KINDERGARTEN ENTRYAdventure awaits at Minnesota's largest indoor play park! Families areencouraged to climb, slide and play together in this high climbing, lowcrawling, slip sliding Northwoods adventure. There is also a toddlerarea for children 4 and under. Socks are required on all climbingstructures! We will also have an area reserved for families to store theirpersonal items and have a snack. Bring your own snack. Bus departsfrom the Handke Center Door 5 at 9:00am and approximate return is1:00pm at the Handke Center. Fee is per family.Wednesday Nov 14 | 1 session | 9:00am-1:00pm | $15/child; parent freeHandke Center Door 5 | #EVREDIN01F18BELL MUSEUM ► AGE 2-KINDERGARTEN ENTRY DROP-IN PLAY ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN ENTRYExplore the NEW Bell Museum located on the University of MN St. Paul Looking for something fun and interactive to do with your child? DropCampus. We will experience their new planetarium and even become in at ECFE and play in one of the ECFE rooms, gym and playgroundan astronaut flying to the moon! Plan for a lunch, and time visiting the (when available). First come, first served; space is limited to 25 totalgallery as well! Bus departs from the Handke Center Door 5 at 9:00am (adults and children). Family childcare providers must meet child toand approximate return time is 1:00pm at the Handke Center. Please adult ratios for the children they bring.register each adult and child that plan to attend. Pay at the door:Thursday Oct 11 | 1 session | 9:00am-1:00pm | $15/Individual Fee: $2.50/child without pass; $10/5-day passHandke Center Door 5 | #EVRBELL01F18 Pass accepted at all drop in play locationsSATURDAY MORNING GYM TIME ► AGE BIRTH- Thursdays Sep 20-Dec 6 | 9:30-11:00amKINDERGARTEN ENTRY Handke Center Rm 10 Door 5 *Not meeting Oct 18 and Nov 22Do you have children who need to run off extra energy? Parents andchildren get active together by running, jumping, playing ball and more! BEAR HUNT ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN ENTRYFirst-come, first-served; space is limited to 25 total (adults and children). The Nature Explore Center is having a bear hunt! Experience outdoorPay at the door: adventures as we search. Activities will include art, sensory experiencesFee: $2.50/child without pass; $10/5-day pass and an obstacle course...all leading us to our bear. Dress for the weather!Pass accepted at all drop in play locations Friday Nov 16 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $5/IndividualSaturdays Nov 3-Dec 8 | 9:30-11:30am Handke Center Nature Explore Center | #EVPBEAR01F18Handke Center Gym Door 5*Not meeting Nov 24 NATURE PLAY ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN ENTRY GUARANTEE Dress for the elements and experience the wonder of nature. Get the full experience of our certified nature classroom by playing with our natural We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses building materials, tree fort fabric, art materials, sandbox and more! and activities. If you are not satisfied with yourexperience, please contact the Community Education Mondays Sep 17-Oct 29 | 10:00-11:30am | $0 office at 763.241.3520, or the E arly Childhood Handke Center Nature Explore Center | #EDDNATU01F18 Family Education office at 763.241.3524. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2018 4

early childhood NEW DAY! PARENTING SOLO - THE HARDEST JOB YOU'LL EVER DO ALONE ► AGE BIRTH- KINDERGARTEN ENTRY If you're parenting solo for any reason - military duty, work situations, separation, divorce, loss of spouse or single parenting- you're welcome to attend! Bring your children and enjoy a meal together. Parents will meet together for parenting support and information while young children participate in early childhood activities. School-age children will meet in another classroom for activities and support. Join at any time!NOT SO SCARY AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN Mondays Sep 17-Jun 3* | 6:00-8:00pm | $0ENTRY Handke Center Blesener Community Rm Door 5 | #ECSPARE01F18 *Not meeting Nov 12, 19, Dec 24, 31, Jan 21, 28, Feb 18, Apr 1, May 27 ► BIG... BUILDING BETTER BEHAVIORS FOR SUCCESS IN SCHOOL, CHILDCARE AND AT HOMETake the scary out of bugs, snakes and bats while having Halloweenfun! This is a non-scary event with pumpkin decorating, treats, activities »» BIG is an intervention and prevention program for preschoolersand family fun on our Nature Explore Center! Non-scary costumes are who are at risk of losing their childcare or preschool placementallowed. Co-sponsored by ECFE and Friends of Sherburne Wildlife because of negative behaviors.Refuge. Event is free, but please pre-register atwww.isd728.org/ECFE-NotSoScary2018. »» BIG works with parents, teachers and childcare providers to build positive behavior skills.Friday Oct 26 | 1 session | 4:00-6:00pmHandke Center Nature Explore Center »» BIG is a Behavior Intervention Group including educators, emotional health professionals and specialists to coordinateWKIINNDTEERRGFAORRTEESNTE►NTRAYGE BIRTH- expertise and resources for success.Come dressed for the weather and explore the outdoor forest fun on our »» For more information call the ECFE office at 763-241-3524.certified Nature Explore Center! Activities will include art and sensory »» BIG is funded by ISD 728 Family and Children's Collaborative, aexperiences along with forest and animal exploration as we enjoy thegreat outdoors in this winter forestland adventure. Dress for the weather. part of Wright County Family Service.Wednesday Dec 12 | 1 session | 9:00-10:30am | $5/Individual \"ECFE ON WHEELS” HOME VISITSHandke Center Nature Explore Center | #EVPWINF01F18 »» This program features visits to your home, or one-to-one visits at DISCOVERY LEARNING the ECFE center. PRESCHOOL ► AGES 3-5 »» Visits provide ideas for creative, fun, age-appropriate activities, Choosing the right preschool program is as well as time to discuss children, family, ideas on child essential for giving your child the tools development, parenting and community resources. needed to be successful in school and in life. Discovery Learning Preschool, offered through »» Call the ECFE office at 763-241-3524 for more information. ISD 728 Early Childhood Family Education,is a highly recognized and sought-after program with a 4-star rating »» There is no fee for home visits.from Parent Aware, an independent nonprofit organization of Minnesotabusiness and community leaders focused on improving school readiness.If you are interested in applying for Discovery Learning Preschool 2018-2019, please contact the ECFE office at 763-241-3524.5 Fall 2018 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

early childhoodEDVENTURE CLUB-DISCOVERY LEARNING NEW! AEROBICS WITH A TWIST ► AGE 3-5CHILDCARE Get your preschooler moving, shaking, and having fun while learning theWith over 25 years of successful extended day childcare experience, importance of exercise! Led by a board-certified music therapist, yourEdVenture Club-Discovery Learning provides a quality program that child will enjoy fun dances, songs, stretching and motor skill activitiescomplements the Discovery Learning Preschool curriculum and extends that relate to the season. Visuals, props, and basic sign language will beyour child’s preschool experience. Childcare is available at all Discovery taught while children sing, move and play instruments! This is a child-onlyLearning sites before and after your child’s preschool class. For the class, but parents are required to stay in the building during the class.2018-19 school year, your child must be age 3 by Sep 1, 2018 and theymust be participating in the Discovery Learning Preschool Program. When Fall Festivalregistering for childcare, you choose the times that work best for your Monday Oct 29 | 1 session | 11:30am-12:15pm | $15schedule. Registration is due on Monday the week prior to attendance. Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Lunderville-Peabody | #YEHARBF01F18This program is eligible for county assistance. Sliding fee scale does notapply to EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning Childcare fees. Your child isescorted between our childcare program and the Discovery Learningclassroom by our high-quality staff. Snacks will be provided in themorning and afternoon. Students will need to bring a lunch if they areattending during lunch or the full day. Transportation to and from EdVentureClub-Discovery Learning Childcare is not available. Families are responsibleto transport when using EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning Childcare.If you have additional questions about the EdVenture Club-DiscoveryLearning Childcare Program, please contact the EdVenture Club officeat 763-241-3544. To register for these childcare options, please use thislink to set up an account that will allow you to register: www.isd728.org/EdVentureClubParentPortal.2018-2019 DISCOVERY LEARNING Winter Fun EDVENTURE CLUB RATES Monday Dec 10 | 1 session | 11:30am-12:15pm | $15 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Lunderville-Peabody | #YEHARBW01F187:00-9:15am or 3:15-5:30pm $10 CKIONODKEIREGDAERCTOERNAETINNTGRPYAWR/TPYA►RENATGE 12 MONTHS-7:00am-1:15pm or 11:15am-5:30pm $22 Come to our kitchen and use your creativity to decorate pre-purchased sugar cookies! You and your young culinary artist will enjoy all the7:00-9:15am and 11:15am-5:30pm $28 learning experiences that come with mixing colors, using different textures, shapes, and so much more! Plus, you will be taking home7:00am-1:15pm and 3:15-5:30pm $28 cookies to share or to eat yourselves!7:00am-5:30pm $38 Saturday Dec 8 | 1 session | 9:00-10:00am $15 Child & Parent/$10 each additional child Handke Center Blesener Community Rm Door 5 | #YEECDPY01F18NEW! STORY PUPPETS ► AGE 3-5 3..2..1..BLAST OFF! ► AGE 3-KINDERGARTEN ENTRY W/PARENTLittle learners will discover how to make a hand-held puppet and howto operate it so it seems to come to life while they act out a story they This class is all about SPACE! Using fun crafts and activities, yourhave created. This is a child-only class. Parents are welcome to stay little astronaut or astronomer will explore planets, the moon, stars,and observe or drop off and pick up their child. constellations and more!Saturday Oct 6 | 1 session | 9:00-9:45am | $15 Tuesday Dec 18 | 1 session | 5:30-6:30pmHandke Center Stage Door 5 | Homeward Bound Theatre Staff $15 Child & Parent/$10 each additional child#YEEPUPP01F18 Handke Center Rm 10 Door 5 | #YEEBOFF01F18 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2018 6

youth EDVENTURE CLUB EDVENTURE CLUB - NON-SCHOOL DAYS ► GRADES K-5CONVENIENT FUN Fun enrichment activities and outings are offered on days that school is not in session for grades K-5. Students are divided by grade levels for AFFORDABLE the planned activities, including art or science topics, physical education, games, academic-related activities and more. Students should bring a bagSAFE lunch and beverage and wear appropriate clothing for planned activities. These activities, held 9:00am-3:00pm, are planned in a day camp format; MORE THAN CHILDCARE the sites are open 6:00am-6:00pm. Please note: In the event of low or EdVenture Club is a unique program that high enrollment, sites may be combined or additional sites opened. combines fun enrichment activities with Thursday Oct 18 | Be-Weave It Weaving has been around for thousands of years and can be used to extended hours for your convenience! make beautiful masterpieces. Explore different techniques of weaving by working with fabric and paper to create your one-of-a-kind piece of art. EdVenture Club provides a quality extended Friday Oct 19 | Be a Crafty Crafter day experience that complements the school Where do Pan Flutes come from? How old is the spinning top? Why are bats so important to farmers? Find out the answers and make some day and includes enrichment activities for interesting crafts. reading and math, physical education, Monday Nov 12 | Me & My Dragon Listen to a silly story, learn about dragons and make your own dragon. science, art and more for grades K-5 Monday Nov 19 | Spy SchoolMorning Program: Step into the world of being an undercover spy and solve the world’s greatest mysteries. What kind of tools would you need? Learn theStudents attend between 6:00am and school starting time Monday basics of solving a crime using messages, fingerprinting and more!through Friday. A variety of games, cards, gym time, playground, and Tuesday Nov 20 | Craft Stick Creations Craft sticks can be used in so many ways. Find out what today will bring!other choices are available. Enrichment activities are planned up to 3 Wednesday Nov 21 | Let it Snowtimes per week. Snack and juice are provided daily. Make some cute and silly characters using “pretend” snow.Afternoon Program: Wednesday Dec 26 | Things that GoStudents can attend after school until 6:00pm Monday-Friday. Each It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s things that go! Things that go have a bigday includes enrichment activities as well as a snack and juice. See influence over our lives. How do you get to your friend’s house, or toschedule at your site for weekly activities. the park without moving? Create your own models of “things that go” as you become an engineer developing the fastest cars and rockets!Easy Online Registration!:Secure your child's spot TODAY! Register online using our parent portal Thursday Dec 27 | Minding the Mindat www.isd728.org/EdVentureClubParentPortal. What can you do to keep your mind sharp and your body calm at the same time? Find out while we work on our yoga skills.ELK RIVER AREA SCHOOLS Friday Dec 28 | Fantastic Fish6:00am to School Start Time After School to 6:00pm A touch of the tropics in December. Meet and make some bright and tropical fish.1 day/week $16 1 day/week $18 REGISTRATION2 days/week $25 2 days/week $30 Secure your child's spot TODAY! Register online using our parent portal3 days/week $32 3 days/week $36 at www.isd728.org/EdVentureClubParentPortal.4 days/week $38 4 days/week $42 Daily Fee: 6:00am-6:00pm | $40/first child; $34 additional child(ren) in family.5 days/week $44 5 days/week $48Sibling DiscountAdditional students in a family profile will receive a 10% discount.EASY ONLINE REGISTRATION!Secure your child's spot TODAY! Register online using our parent portalat www.isd728.org/EdVentureClubParentPortal»» EdVenture Club Before & After School Childcare»» EdVenture Club Non-School Days Childcare»» EdVenture Club-Inclement Weather Care/School Cancelled»» Inclement Weather Care/2-hour Late Start7 Fall 2018 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

youthEDVENTURE CLUB-INCLEMENT WEATHER AFTER SCHOOL CRAFTIVITIES ► GRADES K-5CARE/SCHOOL CANCELLED More than just making a craft, these four classes combine creating funInclement Weather Care/School Cancelled is offered from 6:30am- activities with personal character development. Lincoln students can register6:00pm at Hassan, Parker and Zimmerman Elementary Schools on for the Parker location and should wait by the Lincoln office to be walked overdays school is cancelled due to inclement weather. To be eligible to to Parker. Please send permission to school informing staff that your studentattend, families must pre-register and must pre-pay for 3 days. will be staying after. Students will check in with EdVenture Club after school and should be picked up from EdVenture Club promptly after the class ends.3-Day Fee: $105 first student; $93 additional student in family Fee: $49 | 4 sessionsEDVENTURE CLUB-INCLEMENT WEATHERCARE/2-HR LATE START October | I Wonder Why? (Curiosity) Students will learn how to best spark their curiosity to make learning fun.In the event of a 2-hour late start, EdVenture Club-Inclement WeatherCare/2-Hour Late Start will offer morning care from 8:00-11:30am at November | Optimistic Outlook (Optimism)each elementary school. To be eligible to attend, families must pre- Live life on the sunny side as we learn about optimism and how we canregister and pre-pay for 3 days of Inclement Weather Care/2-hour Late apply it to our life. As we read a book about positivity, we’ll learn how toStart or child must be already registered and paid for EdVenture Club fill our buckets and others through positive affirmation.AM care the morning of the 2-Hour Late Start. December | See Things in a New Light (Receptiveness)3-Day Fee: $27 first student; $24 additional student in family It’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see. Have fun making a colorful prism craft and discover all the different things thatREGISTRATION you see that open your mind!Secure your child's spot TODAY! Register online using our parent portal January | I Think I Can! (Perseverance)at www.isd728.org/EdVentureClubParentPortal Students will learn about perseverance by reading an inspiring book, completing a craft project and participating in activities to help them REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR learn to keep trying until they reach their goals. INCLEMENT WEATHERCARE IS NOVEMBER 2, 2018! Tuesdays Oct 16, Nov 13, Dec 11, Jan 8 | 4:00-5:45pm LOCATIONS Meadowvale Elem Art Rm Door 7 | #YAFCRFT02F18 EDVENTURE CLUB-BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE Tuesdays Oct 23, Nov 27, Dec 18, Jan 15 | 4:00-5:45pm Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YAFCRFT06F18 Lincoln Elementary Meadowvale Elementary Wednesdays Oct 24, Nov 28, Dec 19, Jan 16 | 4:00-5:45pm Twin Lakes Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YAFCRFT07F18 Parker Elementary Twin Lakes Elementary EDVENTURE CLUB-NON SCHOOL DAYS Meadowvale Elementary Parker Elementary Twin Lakes Elementary INCLEMENT WEATHER CARE Parker Elementary763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2018 8

youthNEW! WOW YOUR AUDIENCE: VOICE DYNAMICS CRESCENDO MUSIC LESSONS► GRADES 9-12 The Crescendo Music Program, founded in 1991, provides individualIt's not just what you say, but how you say it that makes an music lessons to students of all ages -- school age through adult.impact. Discover how to use your voice effectively, maintain Successfully running for over 25 years, we take the hassle and stressa healthy voice, and develop your speaking abilities and out of the student experience by providing all of the necessary tools forpresentation techniques. Practice different vocal techniques high quality lessons at a reasonable price. From recruiting instructorsand breathing exercises to increase your vocal flexibility. Project to researching creative teaching methods, we deliver a pattern ofenergy and enthusiasm that will capture your listeners' attention consistency and continued growth to our students. Our instructors areand hold their interest! highly qualified through education, training and experience. They are passionate about music education and are active, lifelong learners in theirSaturdays Sep 22-Oct 6 | 3 sessions | 10:00am-12:00pm | $49 own profession. From cello to piano, beginner to advanced, we offer aElk River HS Choir Rm 122 Door A | Homeward Bound Theatre well-rounded wealth of talent to teach musicians at any level.#YADVCDN01F18 To foster growth, we encourage students to commit to our year-longNEW! PIZZA AND CANVAS: PUMPKIN AND program; however, registration is open year-round. Music is purchased forPOLKA DOTS ► GRADES K-5 W/PARENT students as lessons progress. Performance opportunities and an end-of- the-year recital are offered to showcase student achievement. LessonsGrab the whole family for a fun family painting event. Everyone will are held in district facilities staffed with trained, background-checkedcreate their own painting of a pumpkin with a polka dot background on professionals. For additional program information and to request lessonan 11x14 stretched canvas. No need to eat before class -- enjoy a pizza visit us online at www.isd728.org/Crescendo_Music or call 763-241-3520.dinner with your family and friends before we start painting! **Fee is payable in monthly payments of $79 (Sep-May).Monday Oct 8 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm INSTRUMENTS AVAILABLE:$59 Child & Parent/$80-2 Children & ParentHandke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | KidzArt Staff | #YAPPZCV01F18 Guitar | Percussion | Piano | Strings | Voice | UkuleleNEW! CANVAS FUN: JOLLY ELF ► GRADES K-5 Mon-Thu Sep 17-May 20* | 30 sessions | $711** Handke Center Music Rm Door 5Creativity exists in everyone, including you! With the guidance of a KidzArt *Not meeting Oct 18, 31, Nov 6, 19-22, Dec 24-27, 31, Jan 1, 21, Febinstructor, you will paint your own jolly elf on an 8x10 stretched canvas. 18, Mar 14, Apr 1-4, May 15Monday Dec 10 | 1 session | 4:15-5:15pm | $25 DANCE: TWINKLE TOES BALLET AND TAPMeadowvale Elem Art Rm Door 7 | KidzArt Staff | #YAPKAJE02F18 ► AGE 2-5 W/PARENT Bond with your little one as we explore fundamental classic ballet and tap movement skills in an atmosphere of discovery and fun. We will focus on dance, movement and balance while teaching peer interaction, taking turns and other important life skills. Our instructor will keep the music and curriculum moving, while parents take an active role in guiding their little dancer. age 2-3 w/parent Fridays Dec 7-Feb 15* | 10 sessions | 10:00-10:30am | $49 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADTOEA02W19 *Not meeting Dec 28 age 4-5 w/parent Fridays Dec 7-Feb 15* | 10 sessions | 10:35-11:15am | $59 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADTOEB02W19 *Not meeting Dec 289 Fall 2018 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

youthNEW! CHORDS ARE KEY FOR GUITAR ► AGE 13+ NEW! MULTI-PLAYER MINECRAFT: CITY BUILDER ► GRADES 1-5Do you want to learn to play the guitar? In just a few hours, you can learnenough to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won't have to take Minecraft is a sandbox building game that's been dominating the videoprivate lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords gaming world for the past few years. Work with friends to construct a city!and get you playing along with your favorite songs. Bring your acoustic guitar. You'll take your completed world file home at the end of class. Beginners and experienced Minecrafters alike will love this action-packed class!Tuesday Oct 30 | 1 session | 6:30-9:00pm | $65 Please bring a snack and drink. Registration deadline is Nov 8.Handke Center Blesener Community Rm Door 5 | St. Hilaire#AAMGUTR01F18 Saturday Nov 17 | 1 session | 9:00am-12:00pm | $55 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Computer Explorers StaffPRAIRIE FIRE THEATRE: TOM SAWYER #YTSCBLD01F18► AGES 7-16 NEW! MASTER ARCHITECTS ► GRADES 1-5Adventure awaits in this true slice of Americana, complete with crooks,chases and buried treasure! We team up with Prairie Fire Children's Discover why some structures work well and others do not! UseTheatre to present Tom Sawyer. Please confirm your email address LEGO® bricks to build a crane, bridge and watchtower while exploringduring registration as program communications are sent electronically. basic science, technology, engineering and math concepts. After yourNote: No refund will be given to any participant who auditions, receives project is built, modify it, create extensions for it, and have fun makinga part and then withdraws from the production. it work! LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO® Group of companies and does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site or program.Mon-Sat Nov 12-17 | $75 | #YATPFTS01F18Elk River HS Little Theater Door H Tuesdays Oct 16-Nov 6 | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:15pm | $59 Twin Lakes Elem Media Center Door 3 | Youth Enrichment LeagueAuditions: #YTSMAST02F18Monday Nov 12 | 4:30-6:30pmSome cast members may stay until 8:30pm on audition night for Wednesdays Oct 17-Nov 7 | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:15pm | $59rehearsal. Parents should plan to stay until 5pm for program information. Meadowvale Elem Media Center Door 7 | Youth Enrichment League #YTSMAST03F18Rehearsals:Tue-Thu Nov 13-15 | 4:30-8:45pm Wednesdays Nov 14-Dec 12* | 4 sessions | 4:15-5:15pm | $59 Parker Elem Media Center Door 3 | Youth Enrichment LeaguePerformances: #YTSMAST04F18Friday Nov 16 | 7:30pm *Not meeting Nov 21Saturday Nov 17 | 11:00amA third show may be added depending on number of participants. EXPERIENCE THIS!NEW! LOCAL SPANISH, GLOBAL EXPERIENCE FALL BASH ► GRADES 5-6► GRADES K-5 Join your friends for a night of games, dancing or just hangingDon't miss this year's all-new and exciting 16-week Spanish adventure: out! Concessions are available, so bring some spending money.Vamos por el pueblo y Vamos a la ciudad (Let's go to the town and Let's Student ID required at check-in. Parents, please do not drop ofgo to the city!)! Learn practical conversation skills as well as vocabulary your child before 6:15pm, and be at the school by 8:30pm for pick-related to the home, community, health, sports, and pastimes -- all in up. Drop off and pick up at Door T.Spanish! Friday Nov 2 | 1 session | 6:30-8:30pm | $5Mondays Oct 8-Apr 15* | 16 sessions | 4:15-5:15pm | $259 Salk MS Commons Door T | #YVPBASH01F18Meadowvale Elem Media Center Door 7 | Futura Language Staff#YTUGLOB02F18 Don't Miss This Event!*Not meeting Nov 12 & 19, Dec 17 through Feb 4, Feb 18, Apr 1 Registration Deadline is Oct 30!Wednesdays Oct 10-Apr 17* | 16 sessions | 4:15-5:15pm | $259 ADULT VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED!Twin Lakes Elem Media Center Door 3 | Futura Language Staff#YTUGLOB04F18 Contact Becky Hanson at [email protected].*Not meeting Nov 21, Dec 12 through Feb 6, Mar 13, Apr 3763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2018 10

youth GRANDMASTERS OF CHESS ► GRADES K-5 Did you know that playing chess can help you improve your grades and increase your intelligence? You'll discover chess concepts and how to use them, practice using chess puzzles and play 20-30 minutes of games each class. Class fee includes ChessKid.com membership for the session. Thursdays Nov 1-Dec 13* | 6 sessions | 4:15-5:15pm | $95 Twin Lakes Elem Media Center Door 3 | Youth Enrichment League Staff #YGHCHES01F18 *Not meeting Nov 22CHESS CLUB ► GRADES 1-8 GIRLS ENGINEERING, MATH, AND SCIENCE (GEMS) ► GRADES 6-8Amaze your friends and impress your opponents! Increase your IQ whilehaving fun playing chess and competing for prizes. Learn from the Twin Join Salk's GEMS club and explore engineering, math and science. WeCities Chess Club instructors who have years of teaching experience. celebrate all girls as we learn together, build friendships, and completeThis is an excellent opportunity to develop or build your chess skills. fun science experiments, challenging engineering activities and otherRegister for Sep-Mar session and save. opportunities in the areas of math and technology. Please indicate t-shirt size when registering.Full Year | grades 1-5 Mondays Nov 5, Jan 14, Feb 11, Mar 11, Apr 15, May 13NEW! Saturdays Sep 29-Mar 23* | 24 sessions | 10:00-11:00am | $275 6 sessions | 3:00-4:30pm | $55Handke Center Rm 212 Door 5 | Rybakova | #YGCCHS102F18 Salk MS Rm 525 Door S | Grandell and Matthews | #YTSGRLS01F18*Not meeting Nov 24, Dec 22 KARATE ► AGE 4-11Fall or Winter | grades 1-5Saturdays Sep 29-Nov 17 | 8 sessions | 10:00-11:00am | $99 Karate is a great way for students to increase their sense ofHandke Center Rm 212 Door 5 | Rybakova | #YGCCHS101F18 responsibility, build self-esteem and decrease their willingness to take foolish risks. Choose martial arts to supplement your student's educationSaturdays Dec 1-Jan 26* | 8 sessions | 10:00-11:00am | $99 and see how they benefit.Handke Center Rm 212 Door 5 | Rybakova | #YGCCHS103F18*Not meeting Dec 22 age 4-6 Tue/Thu Oct 9-30* | 6 sessions | 6:30-7:00pm | $45Full Year | grades 6-8 Twin Lakes Elem Music Rm Door 3 | Cornelius | #YMKKT4601F18NEW! Saturdays Sep 29-Mar 23* | 24 sessions | 10:00-11:00am | $275 *Not meeting Oct 18Handke Center Rm 212 Door 5 | Rybakova | #YGHCHS202F18*Not meeting Nov 24, Dec 22 age 7-11 Tue/Thu Oct 9-30* | 6 sessions | 7:05-7:35pm | $45Fall or Winter | grades 6-8 Twin Lakes Elem Music Rm Door 3 | Cornelius | #YMKKT7012F18Saturdays Sep 29-Nov 17 | 8 sessions | 10:00-11:00am | $99 *Not meeting Oct 1Handke Center Rm 212 Door 5 | Rybakova | #YGHCHS201F18 ATTENTION!Saturdays Dec 1-Jan 26* | 8 sessions | 10:00-11:00am | $99Handke Center Rm 212 Door 5 | Rybakova | #YGHCHS203F18 If attending an after school class, please*Not meeting Dec 22 send permission to school informing staff PLEASE NOTE: that your student will be staying after. Students will check in with EdVenture Club The decision on whether a class will run is after school and should be picked up from made 3-5 days before the class start date. EdVenture Club promptly after the class ends. Register Early to insure we don’t cancel a class you are hoping to take.11 Fall 2018 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

youthBABYSITTER TRAINING ► AGE 11+ HOME ALONE ► AGE 8+Are you new to babysitting or looking for ways to polish up your skills? Is your child ready to be left home alone? It's a parent's responsibilityGain the knowledge every prepared babysitter should have. Develop to make sure children are prepared for emergency situations such assafe, fun and educational activities while focusing on preventing severe weather, injuries, strangers at the door, etc. This class will spendaccidents, learning to care for children of various ages and taking time asking \"what if\" questions, coming up with ideas for activities tocare of yourself. Please bring a bag lunch. Parents are encouraged to avoid boredom and discussing things all home-alone children should beparticipate in the last 15 minutes of this class. aware of.Thursday Oct 18 | 1 session | 9:00am-4:00pm | $59 Saturday Sep 29 | 1 session | 9:00am-12:00pm | $35Handke Center Lounge Door 5 | Peterson | #YHBBBST02F18 Handke Center Blesener Community Rm Door 5 | #YHHASHA01F18Saturday Dec 1 | 1 session | 9:00am-4:00pm | $59 Saturday Dec 8 | 1 session | 9:00am-12:00pm | $35Handke Center Blesener Community Rm Door 5 | Peterson Handke Center Rm 112 Door 5 | #YHHASHA04F18#YHBBBST04F18 HORSEBACK RIDING DAY CAMP ► GRADES K-12BE PREPARED, NOT SCARED! ► GRADES K-2 Spend the day riding, caring for and learning about horses! LearnYoung children who are taught basic emergency concepts can turn into balance and control in the saddle, how to groom, tack-up, lead, feed, doheroes in emergency situations. Class topics include recognizing an in-hand work and more! 'Wear sneakers or boots (closed toe and heel),emergency and knowing what to do, calling 911, basic first aid techniques, long pants and layers depending on weather. Bring a water bottle, apersonal safety tips, tricky people, and fire safety. Students attend this class nut-free bag lunch and snacks. ASTM/SEI certified helmets provided.independently. Parents are encouraged to review the take-home informationand discuss it with their child. Students can bring a snack. Thursday Oct 18 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $99 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | KeacherSaturday Nov 10 | 1 session | 10:00-11:30am | $29 #YGHDAYC01F18Handke Center Blesener Community Rm Door 5| Fairclough#YHFBPRE04F18 Friday Oct 19 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $99 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher LOCATION #YGHDAYC02F18 Monday Nov 12 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $99 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher #YGHDAYC03F18 MY LITTLE HORSE CAMP ► AGE 2-5 W/PARENT This parent/child camp features horse safety, learning and fun! Learn about different horse breeds, colors and sizes, then help feed, care for and groom the horses. You will make your own horse treats and give them to the horses. Bring your camera for photos during pony rides to conclude the class. Wear sneakers or boots (closed toe and heel), long pants and layers depending on weather. Bring a water bottle. ASTM/SEI certified helmets provided. Saturday Oct 20 | 1 session | 9:00am-11:00am | $49 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher #YGHLITT02F18Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center 6612 189th Lane NW, Nowthen763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2018 12

youth BLIZZARD SKI & SNOWBOARD INSTRUCTION Elk River Youth Wrestling ► GRADES K-12 Experience the ultimate in skiing, snowboarding and racing instruction from beginners to experts! At seven local snowsports areas, our top quality adult instructors will teach you to improve your skiing or boarding on groomed runs and terrain parks! You provide your own food and gear (season-long discounts and rentals are available), we provide the rest! Saturdays Nov-Feb | 7:30am-5:30pm | 4-12 sessions Bus Pick-up Location: 7:30am at Target (87th St NE, Otsego), approximate return is 5:30pm Mites (K-1st grade) Ski only, Sat $399* Grades K-6 Open to both Boys & Girls Make new friends with your same two instructors and small group of six friends all day long each week on exciting terrain. ELK RIVER YOUTH WRESTING SuperMites (2nd – 3rd grade) Sat $449* The objective of Elk River Youth Wrestling is to teach Make new friends with your same two instructors and small group of kids the fundamentals of wrestling as well as give them eight friends all day long. Learn more and more skills to conquer the hill! valuable skills that can be carried with them throughout their life. Skills such as confidence, agility, fitness, SuperKyds (4th- 5th grade) Sat $449* sportsmanship, a strong work ethic, discipline and Make new friends with your same instructor and small group of ten teamwork. We hope to accomplish these goals in a friends all day long. Develop skills at your own level and mastering friendly environment where kids can meet new friends, bumps, jumps and carving turns! stay fit, and most importantly, to have fun! Wrestling also has many crossover skills that relate to football. Classic (5th – 12 grade) Sat $349* Explore cool trails and terrain parks with experienced instructors during REGISTRATION OPENS IN OCTOBER! 4.5 of instruction with plenty of time to free ski or ride, too! Online at www.elkriverwrestling.com Teen Sampler Program (7th - 12th grade) Sat $199* Nov- Dec Can’t commit to an entire season or have you always wanted to PRACTICE BEGINS DECEMBER 4, 2018! learn how to ski or snowboard - this program is for you! 4.5 hours of instruction each trip. Grades K-2: Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-7pm Grades 3-6: Tuesdays and Thursdays 7-8:30pm Team Blizzard Racing (5th – 12 grade) Sat $499* Ski Racing or Snowboard Team instruction Apprentice Program – 8th-12th grade Sat $499* Have a passion for skiing or boarding – ever thought about teaching, then this is the program for you. Blizzard will provide you with the tools to be a successful instructor upon completion of the program. HOW TO REGISTER: *Experienced 6th grade wrestlers will join Middle School team, novice will stay with youth Online at www.isd728.org/CE-BlizzardMN (or call 763.559.3343). Create program. We recommend 1-2 years of practice a new family account. Choose your program and register using the code EKR18. After you register for a program, you will be contacted before competing in Saturday tournaments. each week to make a reservation for the upcoming trip (usually due by Thursdays at 8:00pm). elkriverwrestling.com *FEES: Fees noted above are for weekly instruction and are due at time of registration. In addition, there is a weekly trip fee of approximately $70 to cover round-trip bus transportation and lift ticket.13 Fall 2018 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

youthOPEN SWIM ► ALL AGESGrab your family and friends and head to the pool for some water fun!Play games, practice swim skills, or just splash around. Open swimis lifeguard-supervised for all ages. Children 6 and under who cannotswim 20 yards must be accompanied by an adult in the water. One tothree children age 6 or under per adult in the water. All children wearingdiapers must have swimming diapers. Groups of 10+, please call ahead:(763) 241-3520 weekdays only.Pay at the Door: $5/person; $15/family (max 6 w/adult in water)Sundays Sep 16-Dec 16* | 12 sessions | 12:00-2:00pm NEW! 7 COLLEGE PLANNING TIPS YOU DON'TVandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QVOOSWM01F18 KNOW ABOUT BUT SHOULD*Not meeting Oct 21, Nov 25 Cozy Whittman, a national expert, presents insider tips that will enhanceZAP THE ACT ► GRADES 10-12 your understanding of the college selection process, reduce anxiety and position your child for success. Learn how to avoid mistakes whenACT test scores are widely used in college admissions and scholarship choosing a college, get a behind-the-scenes view of how financial aiddecisions. In this workshop, students will learn strategies for improving really works and discover strategies to save thousands of dollars. Classin all four sub-tests, take shortened practice tests that mirror the actual is for families with students in grades 10 and 11.testing experience and get suggestions for individualized study to helpstudents do their personal best on the ACT. A study guide and practice Tuesday Oct 30 | 1 session | 7:00-8:00pmtest workouts are included. Students should bring a calculator and two $19 Individual/$25 for Family of 2-3pencils. Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Whittman | #ANCCOL701F18Mon/Tue Oct 1 & 2 | 2 sessions | 6:30-9:00pm | $94 NEW! CAREER PLANNING 101: PUTTING YOURElk River HS Rm 105 Door A | Doorway to College Staff BEST SELF FORWARD ► AGE 15+#YACZACT01F18 Are you looking for a new job or career but don't know where to start? EXPERIENCE THIS! Explore the basics of career planning, including where to find job posting's, applying and interviewing, and communicating effectively. This course will include opportunities to work with other job seekers to share ideas and get feedback on application materials and interview prep. Tuesdays Oct 2 & 16 | 2 sessions | 6:00-8:00pm | $9 Handke Center Rm 110 Door 5 | Rasmussen | #AGGCPLA01F18AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIMMING LESSONS ARE YOU LOOKING FOR ADDITIONAL RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES AND INFORMATION?ISD 728 Community Education is proud to offer the American RedCross Swimming and Water Safety program, which combines Elk River Parks & Recreationthe best in swim instruction with an even stronger emphasis on 763.635.1150drowning prevention and water safety - ideal for anyone who www.elkrivermn.gov/Registerwants to enjoy the water safely, regardless of age, level, or skill.View available lessons online at www.728communityed.com.763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2018 14

youthDRIVER'S EDUCATION ► AGE 15+Are you ready to earn your driver’s permit and learn to drive? Start bycompleting the 30 hours of classroom instruction required by the State ofMinnesota in our interactive, engaging classroom. Once you have yourpermit, schedule Behind the Wheel training from our State-licensed andcertified instructors. Students must be 15 years old by the last day ofclassroom instruction.WHY CHOOSE DRIVER’S EDUCATION THROUGH DRIVER EDUCATION POINT OF IMPACTCOMMUNITY EDUCATION? INFORMATION NIGHT »» Knowledgeable instructors who are licensed teachers with years Do you have a teenager that will soon finish their driver education class of experience and training. They know the most effective ways to or has recently received their permit? Join us for a 2-hour parent course teach students and will help meet the learning needs of individual to learn more about driving laws and the process of licensure, as well as students. lessons to help you be the best driving mentor you can be. Class is free, but please register. »» Multiple locations, dates and times that fit busy schedules. »» Flexible registration and payment plan. (Please note: State law Wednesday Oct 3 | 1 session | 4:30-6:00pm | $0 Elk River HS Media Center Door A | Willenbring | #YHPPOIN01F18 requires students be registered for Behind the Wheel before they can take the permit test. To be fully registered, full payment for Wednesday Nov 7 | 1 session | 4:30-6:00pm | $0 Behind the Wheel must be received by the last classroom day.) Elk River HS Media Center Door A | Willenbring | #YHPPOIN03F18 »» Supportive and educational Parent Class offered multiple times and locations throughout the year. ISD 728 DRIVER EDUCATION INFO NIGHT FOR POTENTIAL STUDENTSDrivers under the age of 18 who complete Behind the Wheel instructionand are testing for a provisional driver’s license must submit a supervised Getting a teen drivers license has changed greatly in the last fewdriving log. The driving log must show that the teen has completed at years! Our trained and state-licensed instructor will explain the processleast 50 hours of supervised driving, 15 of which are nighttime hours. If a of taking a Drivers Education Course through ISD 728 Communityparent attends a parent class, the required number of supervised driving Education. Find out how to register, learn about parent involvement,hours decreases to 40, 15 of which are nighttime hours. Also, watch your the permit and licensing process and more. This class is for parents ofemail along with information sent home with your student, for important potential students, and the potential student. Class is free, but pleaseinformation regarding the Driving Log, the parent class and Behind the register.Wheel scheduling. Thursday Sep 13 | 1 session | 6:00-7:00pm | $0Complete Training Package: $339 Elk River HS Rm 105 Door A | Hudson | #AHIINFO01F18Payment plan available: $139 due at registration, $200 by last classClassroom instruction only: $100Behind-the-Wheel training only: $280 (Call 763-241-3520 to register)Mon-Fri Sep 24-Oct 5 | 10 sessions | 2:30-5:30pmElk River HS Rm 105 Door A | O'Connell | #YHDDRIV01F18Mon-Fri Oct 29-Nov 9 | 10 sessions | 2:30-5:30pmElk River HS Rm 105 Door A | Hudson | #YHDDRIV03F18 WEATHER CANCELLATIONS Follow our Twitter Feed @CE728ALERT or check online at www.728communityed.com for possible weather related cancellations and other program updates.15 Fall 2018 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

adultAIKIDO FOR THE BEGINNER AND BEYONDAikido is a traditional Japanese martial art that has no tournamentsor competitions. Its focus is on mental and physical discipline throughhand-to-hand, sword and staff techniques and is for people of allabilities. Learn this art from a world-renowned instructor who studiedin Japan and who has trained with people from all over the globe.Changing room access from 7-9:30pm.Thursdays Sep 13-Oct 25 | 7 sessions | 7:30-9:00pm | $59Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Larson | #AFAAIKD01F18Thursdays Nov 1-Dec 20* | 7 sessions | 7:30-9:00pm | $59 NEW! \"HAVE YA HERD\" GOAT YOGAHandke Center Gym Door 5 | Larson | #AFAAIKD02F18*Not meeting Nov 22 Have you tried the latest Yoga craze? It's Goat Yoga! The goats add a fun element to a unique yoga experience. Yoga uses breathINDOOR WALKING and movement to improve body awareness, flexibility, strength and relaxation. This class is appropriate for most healthy beginners and is aHere's your opportunity to get moving on a healthy activity! This great place to learn basic elements. Space is limited, so register early!is an individualized program where you set the pace. Participantsare welcome at any time during walking hours. We provide a safe, Thursday Oct 11 | 1 session | 5:30-6:15pm | $29supervised route. Handke Center Nature Explore Classroom Door 5 | Lubich #AFYGOAT01F18Mon/Tue/Thu Nov 12-Dec 20* | 15 sessions | 4:00-7:00pm | $19VandenBerge MS Hallways Door N | #AFWWALK02F18 Thursday Oct 11 | 1 session | 6:30-7:15pm | $29*Not meeting Nov 19, 22 & 27 Handke Center Nature Explore Classroom Door 5 | Lubich #AFYGOAT02F18LAP SWIM ► AGE 18+ 24FIT - GET FITGet a great workout at the pool without having to pay club membership fees! Do you need to increase your metabolism and burn fat more efficiently?Pay at the Door: This class features Xtreme fitness challenges, fitness evaluation and$5/day or $40/10-day pass coaching for all fitness levels. The goal is complete body transformation. Bring a mat and water bottle, if possible. Please arrive 15 minutes earlySundays Sep 16-Dec 16* | 12 sessions | 7:30-9:00pm on the first night. Class is free, but please pre-register.VandenBerge MS Pool Door M | #QALLSWM01F18*Not meeting Oct 21, Nov 25 Mon/Wed/Thu Sep 10-Oct 4 | 12 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $0 VandenBerge MS Gym Door N | Will | #AF2FTBC01F18YOGA BASICS WITH GENEVA Mon/Wed/Thu Oct 15-Nov 15* | 14 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $0Are you interested in learning the basic poses, correct alignment and VandenBerge MS Gym Door N | Will | #AF2FTBC02F18breathing techniques of yoga? No experience is necessary; all fitness *Not meeting Oct 31levels are welcome! You can gain strength, stamina and balance as youexplore this popular activity. Wear comfortable clothing and bring an Mon/Wed/Thu Nov 26-Dec 20 | 12 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $0exercise mat, if possible. VandenBerge MS Gym Door N | Will | #AF2FTBC03F18Mondays Sep 17-Oct 22 | 6 sessions | 6:30-7:30pm | $35Twin Lakes Elem Gym Door 3 | Walter | #AFYGENE01F18Mondays Oct 29-Dec 3 | 6 sessions | 6:30-7:30pm | $35Twin Lakes Elem Gym Door 3 | Walter | #AFYGENE02F18763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2018 16

adultPICKLEBALLPickleball is a combination of ping-pong and tennis and is perfect foradults who are young at heart. Using our equipment or your own, you canplay against others who love some friendly competition. Don't know howto play? Don't let it stop you -- the first 15 minutes of each session can beused to share rules, practice and warm up. Play will be first-come, first-served along with a rotation with others who show up to play. Pickleball isoffered in partnership with Elk River Park and Recreation.Pay at the Door: NEW! ELK RIVER AREA FOOD CO-OP MEET AND GREET$3/day, $25/10-day pass or $35/15-day passCommunity Education is not responsible for lost/stolen passes Did you know that there is a group trying to establish a food co-op in Elk River? Discover what a food co-op is, how it can be a benefit to theSundays Sep 30-May 12* | 4:00-6:00pm community and how you can help get the doors open for a sustainableHandke Center Gym Door 5 store filled with healthy, local options. Free event, but please register.*Not meeting Apr 21 Tuesday Oct 23 | 1 session | 6:00-7:15pm | $0Wednesdays Oct 3-May 15* | 4:30-6:30pm Handke Center Blesener Community Rm Door 5 | FrinkHandke Center Gym Door 5 #AHHCOOP01F18*Not meeting Nov 21 NEW! FREEZING FRESH PRODUCE FROM THENEW! PLANNING AHEAD AND STAYING ON TRACK GARDEN OR FARMERS MARKETFOR THE WINTER MONTHS With summer and the growing season coming to an end, how do youMaster the tools you need to stay on track with your diet and physical make the delicious bounty last? Discover tips and tricks for freezingactivity during the winter months. Pick up tips to effectively and efficiently fresh produce to help you get the most out of your crop or purchase.plan and prep for meals to save time in the kitchen. Plus, see how to You'll also find out why different fruits and vegetables require differenthandle the holidays by choosing better food options and how to keep freezing techniques.your family eating well over the winter. Monday Sep 10 | 1 session | 6:00-7:00pm | $9Monday Sep 24 | 1 session | 6:00-7:00pm | $9 Elk River HS Rm 105 Door A | Brannon | #AHHFFPG01F18Elk River HS Media Center Door A | Brannon | #AHHPAST01F18 AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION CPR/AEDNEW! HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES FOR DISHES Could you save a life in an emergency? Being trained in CPR and thePut a new twist on your favorite dishes to make better-for-you meals you use of an Automated External Defibrillator has the greatest impact oncan enjoy guilt-free! Also, take this opportunity to address where you resuscitation over any other factor. Attend this class and leave knowingare with your eating habits and be open to making changes. A Coborn's how to safely and effectively perform CPR and use an AED on adults,Supermarket registered dietitian will cover a variety of alternatives for children and infants.traditional foods, so come with an open mind, and be ready to learn! Monday Oct 8 | 1 session | 6:00-10:00pm | $75Monday Oct 8 | 1 session | 6:00-7:00pm | $9 Handke Center Rm 212 Door 5 | Neiss | #AHCCAED01F18Elk River HS Rm 105 Door A | Brannon | #AHHHAFD01F18NEW! HOW TO BREW YOUR OWN KOMBUCHADo you love the benefits of kombucha, but hate paying a high price atthe store? Do you want to learn more about kombucha and its healthbenefits? Discover the secret of brewing your own kombucha at home!You will taste a variety of kombucha flavors, and go home with your ownstarter kit.Tuesday Nov 13 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $15Handke Center Blesener Community Rm Door 5 | Frink#AHHKOMB01F1817 Fall 2018 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

adultAMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION HEARTSAVER MHSRC DRIVER IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMFIRST AID ► 8-HOUR INITIALBe prepared with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent, This driver improvement class for first-time participants is presented byrecognize and provide basic care for injuries and sudden illnesses the Minnesota Highway Safety Research Center. Topics include visualuntil advanced medical personnel arrive. Fee includes materials and techniques, habits, perception, attitude, communication, distractedAmerican Heart Association certification. drivers, new laws and more. If you have taken this class previously, please register for the 4-hour refresher. Check with your insuranceMonday Nov 5 | 1 session | 6:00-10:00pm | $79 provider to make sure this course qualifies for an insurance discount.Handke Center Rm 210 Door 5 | Neiss | #AHF1AID01F18 Wed/Thu Sep 19-20 | 2 sessions | 5:30-9:30pm | $26AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE ► 8-HOUR Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI801F18INITIAL MHSRC DRIVER IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMImprove your skills and knowledge, and learn about the effects of aging ► 4-HOUR REFRESHERand medication on driving, along with suggestions for overcominglimitations. Course completion may qualify you for insurance discounts; This driver improvement program is presented by the Minnesotacheck with your insurance company as not all insurance companies give Highway Safety Research Center. Topics include visual techniques,the discount starting at age 50. Bring your driver's license and AARP habits, perception, attitude, communication, distracted drivers, new lawsmember number (if member) to class. No driving or tests. and more. You must have completed the eight-hour program to take this class. Check with your insurance provider to make sure this courseTue/Thu Nov 13 & 15 | 2 sessions | 5:00-9:00pm qualifies for the discount.$19 AARP Member/$25 Non-MemberHandke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Scott | #AHDAAR801F18 Thursday Oct 4 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $22 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI401F18Mon/Tue Dec 17 & 18 | 2 sessions | 9:30am-1:30pm$19 AARP Member/$25 Non-Member Wednesday Nov 14 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $22Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Scott | #AHDAAR802F18 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI402F18AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE ► 4-HOUR NEW! DATE NIGHT: A CRUISE ON THEREFRESHER MEDITERRANEAN!This refresher course, for drivers age 50+ who have completed an Chef Anu takes you on a culinary journey along the shores of theinsurance-approved 8-hour certified driver course, includes new Mediterranean as you learn to cook foods from Greece, Turkey, Italy andapproaches and concepts. Course completion may qualify you for an Spain! Using wonderful recipes to create authentic-tasting dishes with localauto insurance discount. Check with your insurance company, as not all supermarket ingredients, you'll learn to make Bruschetta and Crostini,companies give discount starting at age 50. Bring driver's license and Chicken Shish Kabob, Provencal Pissaladiere, French Tart/Pizza andAARP member number (if member) to class. more. Make this class a fun date night, or a night out with a friend!Tue Oct 23 | 1 session | 5:00-9:00pm Wednesday Dec 12 | 1 session | 6:30-9:30pm | $69/Individual$19 AARP Member/$25 Non-Member Elk River HS Rm 352 Door H | Seshadri | #AGCCOTM01F18Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Scott | #AHDAAR401F18Monday Nov 19 | 1 session | 9:30am-1:30pm GUARANTEE$19 AARP Member/$25 Non-MemberHandke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Scott | #AHDAAR402F18 We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses and activities. If you are not satisfied with yourTuesday Dec 4 | 1 session | 5:00-9:00pm experience, please contact the Community Education$19 AARP Member/$25 Non-Member office at 763.241.3520, or the E arly ChildhoodHandke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Scott | #AHDAAR403F18 Family Education office at 763.241.3524. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2018 18

adultNEW! VIETNAMESE COOKING CLASS: PHO ANDMORE!Take your taste buds on a virtual trip to Vietnam with Chef Anu as youlearn to create this authentic Vietnamese dinner using her signaturerecipes and tricks. You'll enjoy Pho, a soul-warming soup with aspicy-herby broth, slurpee noodles, chicken and vegetables; FreshVietnamese Shrimp Spring Rolls; Nouc Cham, a dipping sauce;Vietnamese Noodle Stir Fry; and Che Chuoi Xao Dua, a classic French-influenced dessert of caramelized bananas in sweetened coconut sauce!Tuesday Nov 13 | 1 session | 6:30-9:30pm | $69 NEW! CHORDS ARE KEY FOR PIANOElk River HS Rm 352 Door H | Seshadri | #AGCPHOM01F18 You don't need years of weekly lessons to learn to play the piano. LearnNEW! VIKING WEAVE BRACELET the chords you'll need to play any song, in any style, and in any key in just one session. Beginners can download a free pamphlet on reading\"Viking Weave\" isn't a football play! While it may look like knitting, it is the treble clef at justonceclasses.com. Fee includes an online book andactually an ancient type of wire weaving. Chains are made from long online video instruction.pieces of wire worked by hand into interconnecting loops. No solder isnecessary because the wire is spliced together in a way that is nearly Monday Oct 22 | 1 session | 6:30-9:30pm | $65impossible to detect in the finished piece. Elk River HS Choir 122 Door A | St. Hilaire | #AAMPINO01F18Saturday Oct 13 | 1 session | 10:00am-1:00pm | $49 NEW! CHORDS ARE KEY FOR GUITAR ► AGE 13+Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Sherman | #AGRVKWV01F18 Do you want to learn to play the guitar? In just a few hours, you canNEW! BEGINNING ENAMELING learn enough to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won't have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach youEnameling is the art of fusing powdered glass to copper, gold or silver. The some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs.enamel piece is then inserted into a kiln for several minutes. Practice the Bring your acoustic guitar.fundamental steps of how to clean, set up and fire copper for enameling,then complete a copper pendant and a pair of earrings. All supplies are Tuesday Oct 30 | 1 session | 6:30-9:00pm | $65provided. Please wear comfortable clothes - it will get warm! Handke Center Blesener Community Rm Door 5 | St. Hilaire #AAMGUTR01F18Saturday Nov 17 | 1 session | 10:00am-2:00pm | $95Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Sherman | #AGRENAM01F18CERAMICS WORKSHOP AND OPEN STUDIO SOAP MAKING 101Enjoy an hour of instruction and an hour of independent creative time to Discover the delight of homemade soap for yourself or share as gifts!focus on your artistic progress and talents. Collaborate with fellow artists Using the cold process method, learn how to make soap throughin a communal, energizing space. We provide the space and equipment, demonstration and participation. Color and scent your own raw soap toyou provide the creativity! take home. Complete handouts and recipes provided.Thursdays Sep 13-Nov 29* | 10 sessions | 7:00-9:00pm | $149 Tuesday Oct 2 | 1 session | 6:30-9:00pm | $39Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Hauta | #AACCWOS01F18 Elk River HS Rm 352 Door H | Thomas | #AAOSOAP01F18*Not meeting Oct 18, Nov 22 PLEASE NOTE: The decision on whether a class will run is made 3-5 days before the class start date. Register Early to insure we don’t cancel a class you are hoping to take.19 Fall 2018 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

adultCRESCENDO MUSIC LESSONSThe Crescendo Music Program, founded in 1991, provides individual NEW! FOLLIES OF SCIENCE: 20TH CENTURYmusic lessons to students of all ages -- school age through adult. VISIONS OF OUR FANTASTIC FUTURESuccessfully running for over 25 years, we take the hassle and stressout of the student experience by providing all of the necessary tools for Minnesota author Eric Dregni will lead us through the utopian dreamshigh quality lessons at a reasonable price. From recruiting instructors to of the future, some of them horribly unwise, but others fantastic andresearching creative teaching methods, we deliver a pattern of consistency visionary even by today's standards. While we didn't get jetpacks orand continued growth to our students. Our instructors are highly qualified personal robots to serve us drinks, we did get super-fantastic buildingthrough education, training and experience. They are passionate about materials of the future -- asbestos, lead, and foam. Take a fascinatingmusic education and are active, lifelong learners in their own profession. look back at the future!From cello to piano, beginner to advanced, we offer a well-rounded wealthof talent to teach musicians at any level. Tuesday Nov 27 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 Handke Center Rm 112 Door 5 | Dregni | #AGHFOLL01F18To foster growth, we encourage students to commit to our school year-longprogram; however, registration is open year-round. Music is purchased for NEW! BECOMING A HOSPICE VOLUNTEERstudents as lessons progress. Performance opportunities and an end-of-the-year recital are offered to showcase student achievement. Lessons Allina Hospice invites you to consider becoming a hospice volunteer!are held in district facilities staffed with trained, background-checked Hospice volunteers offer companionship, help with errands, provide respiteprofessionals. For additional program information and to request lesson time for caregivers and assist with reading/writing, along with other tasks.visit us online at www.isd728.org/Crescendo_Music or call 763-241-3520. Volunteers are an integral part of the Allina Hospice care team. Please**Fee is payable in monthly payments of $79 (Sep-May). consider learning how you can become a volunteer with Allina Hospice. The life you change may just be your own! Class is free, but please register.INSTRUMENTS AVAILABLE: Tuesday Sep 25 | 1 session | 6:00-7:15pm | $0Guitar | Percussion | Piano | Strings | Voice | Ukulele Handke Center Rm 112 Door 5 | Eldridge | #AHHBAHV01F18Mon-Thu Sep 17-May 20* | 30 sessions | $711**Handke Center Music Rm Door 5*Not meeting Oct 18, 31, Nov 6, 19-22, Dec 24-27, 31, Jan 1, 21, Feb18, Mar 14, Apr 1-4, May 15DOG OBEDIENCE, BASICSLearn the basics of on-leash obedience, including commands such GUARANTEEas heel, sit, down, come, stand and stay. Handlers will learn to givecommands and use praise to reward proper behavior. Fee is per dog. We guarantee your satisfaction with our coursesPuppy must be at least three months old and have begun their shot and activities. If you are not satisfied with yourseries. Bring a leash and dog treats. experience, please contact the Community Education office at 763.241.3520, or the E arly ChildhoodMondays Sep 24-Oct 15 | 4 sessions | 8:00-9:00pm | $79Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Mahr | #AGDDOGO01F18 Family Education office at 763.241.3524.Mondays Nov 26-Dec 17 | 4 sessions | 8:00-9:00pm | $79Handke Center Cafeteria Door 5 | Mahr | #AGDDOGO02F18 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2018 20

adultNEW! CAREER PLANNING 101: PUTTING YOUR EXPERIENCE THIS!BEST SELF FORWARD ► AGE 15+ FREE TRAVEL INFORMATION NIGHTSAre you looking for a new job or career but don't know where to start?Explore the basics of career planning, including where to find job COLLETTE TOURS: TRAVEL EXPLORATION NIGHTpostings, applying and interviewing, and communicating effectively. Thiscourse will include opportunities to work with other job seekers to share A great opportunity to learn more about three very exciting travelideas and get feedback on application materials and interview prep. opportunities we have planned for 2019: \"Spotlight on San Antonio,\" \"Islands of New England\" and \"Spotlight on New York City Holiday.\"Tuesdays Oct 2 & 16 | 2 sessions | 6:00-8:00pm | $9 Everyone is welcome to attend, whether you are planning to travel, orHandke Center Rm 110 Door 5 | Rasmussen | #AGGCPLA01F18 are just thinking about it. There will be door prizes and cookies, too!A LOOK AT ELK RIVER'S HISTORY Tuesday Oct 16 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $0 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | #ARICTEN01F18What do you really know about the history of Elk River? From theearly explorers, to early businesses and citizens of the area, popular ADVENTURES TO EUROPE: TRAVELlocal historian Steve Rohlf will lead you through the rich, diverse and EXPLORATION NIGHTsometimes colorful past of this little city on the Mississippi. Are you interested in joining one of our tours? Our presentationMonday Oct 15 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 will give you a \"sneak peek\" at what you may experience. Arlette,Handke Center Rm 112 Door 5 | Rohlf | #AGHELKR01F18 your tour director, will share photos and answer questions. Whether curiosity or a desire to travel drives you, everyone is welcome!ADVENTURES TO EUROPE: TUSCANY ANDBEYOND Tuesday Oct 30 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $0 Handke Center Rm 112 Door 5 | #ARIEURO01F18With Florence as our home base, we'll travel through the countryside.We'll explore San Gimignano and take an optional day trip to Rome. PREMIER WORLD DISCOVERY: TRAVELThen on to Siena for a boat ride through the Grand Canal in Venice. EXPLORATION NIGHTA free day in Florence will give you time to visit the museums andarchitecture of the city, or take a day trip to Pisa. Our final day will be Join us for a presentation on these exciting travel destinations:spent in the Italian Riviera seaside village of the Cinque Terre. \"Rose Parade New Year's,\" \"Holland Windmills, Waterways and Tulips River Cruise,\" and \"Scandinavian Highlights.\"Jun 2019 | $2150 per person; land package; double occupancy#ARGTUAB01F18 Tuesday Nov 13 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $0 Handke Center Rm 112 Door 5 | #ARIDISC01F18 Classes are free, but please pre-register. View the Fall brochure ADVENTURES TO EUROPE: THE BEST OF online at BARCELONA AND MADRID www.728communityed.com Spend eight days experiencing the energy of Barcelona - stroll the La or pick one up at your Ramblas, dig into delicious seafood, and marvel at architecture and art local school or business. by Gaudí and Picasso. Hop a high-tech train to Madrid for terrific tapas and the masterpiece-packed Prado Museum. Sep 25-Oct 3, 2018 | 9 days $1999 per person; land package; double occupancy #ARGBOBM01W1821 Fall 2018 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

adultADVENTURES TO EUROPE: THE BEST OF IRELANDDiscover the best of Ireland in a mere week! Explore historical sites,charming towns, music-filled pubs, the Cliffs of Moher, Ennis Friary,Adare Village, Dingle Town, the Dingle Peninsula and the Great BlasketCentre. Observe master crystal cutting craftsmen, take part in a whiskeytasting, enjoy a \"Catch, Cook and Eat\" cooking experience…and more!Sep 4-12, 2019 | 9 days | $2200 per person; land package; double occupancy#ARGTBOI01F18ADVENTURES TO EUROPE: BARGING ON THE COLLETTE TOURS: SPOTLIGHT ON NEW YORKCANAL DU MIDI IN SOUTHERN FRANCE CITY HOLIDAYDiscover ancient Gallo-Roman and traditional influences throughout \"Start spreading the news\" that you are going to experience New Yorkthis historic region. Explore the walled city of Carcassonne, the Cathar City during the holidays! Marvel at Greenwich Village, Rockefellerstronghold of Minerve or the Ruins of Enserune. The cruise takes place Center and Times Square. Take time to reflect at the 9/11 Memorial andaboard a 12-passenger vessel which is a late 1800s commercial barge Museum, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. See a Broadway showthat has been restored as a leisure barge. Only 3 couples/pairs are and the Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall. Finally, shop onbooked on each trip, making this a very personal experience. 5th Avenue and enjoy the holiday sights!Sep 2019 | 8 days | $2650 per person; land package; double occupancy Mon-Fri Dec 2-6, 2019#ARGBOTC01F18 $3099 per person; double occupancy with early bird discount #ARGSONY01F18ADVENTURES TO EUROPE: THE BEST OF CROATIA COLLETTE TOURS: ISLANDS OF NEW ENGLANDDiscover the beauty of Croatia, starting in Dubrovnik and spending aweek touring the Dalmatian Riviera. Take a day trip to Montenegro, New England in the fall is so much more than beautiful leaves andspend the night on Korcula Island, and ride the catamaran to Split. quaint towns. Experience Pilgrim life at Plimoth Plantation, go whale-Wander through remains of the imperial residence in Split, and visit a watching or climb the dunes in Provincetown, tour a working cranberryfarm in Sibenik for a hearty farm lunch. bog on Cape Cod, visit the mansions of Newport, the beaches and lighthouses of Nantucket, and the historic sights of Boston. You'll alsoOct 2019 | $2200 per person; land package; double occupancy enjoy a Thanksgiving feast and a traditional seafood and lobster dinner.#ARGTBOC01F18 Thu-Thu Sep 26-Oct 3, 2019COLLETTE TOURS: SPOTLIGHT ON SAN ANTONIO $2999 per person; double occupancy with early bird discount #ARGIONE01F18San Antonio's River Walk has been called the \"American Venice.\" Seewhy as you enjoy its restaurants and take a beautiful river cruise. Tourthe Alamo, visit the LBJ Ranch, and discover the rich German heritageof Fredericksburg. Experience a picturesque olive orchard and indulge ina Texas barbecue dinner at a ranch.Sun-Thu Apr 28-May 2, 2019 FOR TRIP DETAILS$1999 per person; double occupancy with early bird discount#ARGSOSA01F18 Contact Community Education at 763.241.3520 for more details on single pricing options and a complete itinerary for any trip offered.763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2018 22

adultNEW! FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS WORKSHOPVisualize your journey toward owning a home. Everyone's process isdifferent. Yours could take a short time or a long time, depending on yourgoals, constraints, personal style and the market in your area. Having aplan will help you achieve your goals, even if you don't end up followingit exactly.Tuesday Sep 25 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9Elk River HS Rm 105 Door A | Olson | #ANNFTHB01F18NEW! FINANCE AND INVESTING ESSENTIALS FOR NEW! YOUR VETERANS BENEFITSYOUNG ADULTS A Sherburne County Veterans Benefits Officer will help you learnAre you just starting your career? Does the thought of finance what kinds of assistance are available to Veterans, their dependentsmanagement or the process of investing make your head spin? Our and survivors and answer questions you may have about applying forexpert will lead you through the basics of finances, retirement plans, federal, state, county and military benefits. Discover the advocacy andinvesting, the stock market, employer plans and insurance to help you services rightfully earned by and free of charge to Sherburne Countymake informed choices with your money. Veterans, dependents and survivors. Class is free, but please register.Thursday Oct 11 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 Tuesday Oct 16 | 1 session | 3:30-4:30pm | $0Handke Center Rm 212 Door 5 | McClain-Mann | #ANIFIEY01F18 Handke Center Rm 112 Door 5 | Price | #AGGVETS01F18NEW! MOVING BEYOND BASICS Tuesday Oct 16 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $0 Handke Center Rm 112 Door 5 | Price | #AGGVETS02F18You know the financial basics. You've set up your 401k and protectedyour family with life insurance. Now learn how to optimize your finances NEW! RETIREMENT PLANNING TODAYand investing during your peak employment years. Learn how to determine the amount of money you need to retire. CreateTuesday Oct 16 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 your own goals for a successful retirement, eliminate debt and improveHandke Center Rm 212 Door 5 | McClain-Mann | #ANIMBYB01F18 cash flow. Find out how to plan your retirement income and transfer the risk of potential financial losses before or during retirement. It's never tooNEW! SPECIAL NEEDS FINANCIAL PLANNING soon or too late to start!BASICS Thursday Oct 18 & 25 | 2 sessions | 6:30-9:30pm | $9Financial planning for a loved one with special needs requires looking Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Erdman | #ANNRETR02F18at things from a different angle. Explore the basics of planning and howit affects your ability to receive aid. Topics include investing, insurance, Tuesday Oct 23 & 30 | 2 sessions | 6:30-9:30pm | $9passing along assets, guardianships and special needs trusts. Handke Center Rm 212 Door 5 | Erdman | #ANNRETR01F18Thursday Oct 25 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 SAVVY SOCIAL SECURITY PLANNINGHandke Center Rm 212 Door 5 | McClain-Mann | #ANISNFP01F18 The decisions baby boomers make now can have a tremendous impact PLEASE NOTE: on the total amount of benefits they receive in their lifetime. Topics include a better understanding of the Social Security system including The decision on whether a class will run is when to apply for benefits, checking your earnings record for accuracy, made 3-5 days before the class start date. estimating benefits, minimizing taxes and coordinating benefits with Register Early to insure we don’t cancel other sources of retirement income. $3 discount when registering as a pair! Enter Promo Code PAIR3 in Shopping Cart to apply discount. a class you are hoping to take. Thursday Nov 15 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $9 Individual/$15 Pair Elk River HS Media Center Door A | Ryther | #ANSPLAN03F1823 Fall 2018 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

adultWRITE YOUR OWN HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVEAND POWER OF ATTORNEYIf you become incapacitated, who will carry out your wishes regardingyour health care and personal financial affairs? By having a plan, youget to make your own choices. Learn about and draft a health caredirective and a power of attorney. You will leave class with a valid healthcare directive and power of attorney. You should be comfortable using acomputer. Some prep work is required; a packet will be sent one weekprior to class. $5 discount when registering as a pair. Enter Promo CodePAIR5 in Shopping Cart to apply discount.Thursday Nov 8 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $35 Individual/$65 Pair MICROSOFT EXCEL PART 1Elk River HS Rm 331 Door H | Dube | #ANEWYOH01F18 Explore the amazing world of Excel, a powerful tool that can help withWRITE YOUR OWN WILL calculations, charts and data analysis. Our focus will be on navigating the Excel environment, creating spreadsheets, editing and formatting,If you were to pass away unexpectedly, would your wishes be carried using formulas and functions in calculations and setting up for perfectout? A licensed attorney will help you answer this question and guide printing.you through drafting a basic, legal and effective will. This class isappropriate for those whose individual assets total less than one-million Thursdays Sep 20 & 27 | 2 sessions | 6:30-8:30pm | $55dollars including real estate, life insurance and retirement assets. Prior Elk River HS Rm 331 Door H | Mills | #ATFEXL101F18to attending class, you will receive a questionnaire to complete. Basiccomputer skills are helpful. $11 discount when registering as a pair. MICROSOFT EXCEL PART 2Enter Promo Code PAIR11 in Shopping Cart to apply discount. Dive a little deeper into Microsoft Excel and explore how to use rangeThursday Oct 25 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $55 Individual/$99 Couple names to navigate in large spreadsheets and perform functions on data.Elk River HS Rm 331 Door H | Dube | #ANEWYOW01F18 Examine built-in functions to perform calculations, create and use tables, and sort/filter data within tables.NEW! BASICS IN INSURANCE COVERAGE, WILLSAND TRUSTS Tuesdays Oct 2 & 9 | 2 sessions | 6:30-8:30pm | $55 Elk River HS Rm 331 Door H | Mills | #ATFEXL201F18Legal issues can be confusing. Expand your understanding of the basicconcepts of personal injury law (insurance), wills and trusts. Led by MICROSOFT EXCEL PART 3local attorneys, this class will include presentations followed by time forquestions and discussion. Excel has some impressive features that are not widely known or used. Learn how they can help you control how data is entered into aTuesday Oct 16 | 1 session | 6:00-7:45pm | $9 spreadsheet, create and use charts to visually display numeric data, andHandke Center Rm 209 Door 5 | Martineau | #ANLBIWT01F18 use PivotTables, Slicers and PivotCharts to analyze huge amounts of data in a snap.COMPUTERS MADE EASY Tuesdays Oct 16 & 23 | 2 sessions | 6:30-8:30pm | $55 Elk River HS Rm 331 Door H | Mills | #ATFEXL301F18Explore common computer terms and parts of the desktop. Understandhow to use CDs and jump drives to store and retrieve files and pictures. MICROSOFT EXCEL PART 4Organize files and photos into folders and create, save, delete andrecover files. Work on a Word document, use spell check, format text, Explore some more advanced features of Excel such as using cells onundo, save work and discover other tools to help you become more other sheets and/or in other workbooks to calculate data, and forecastingfamiliar and comfortable with your computer. using one and two input data tables. Discover how to automate tasks using macros and how to protect worksheets and workbooks.Wednesdays Sep 5 & 12 | 2 sessions | 6:30-8:30pm | $55Elk River HS Rm 331 Door H | Mills | #ATFEASY01F18 Mondays Nov 5 & 12 | 2 sessions | 6:30-8:30pm | $55 Elk River HS Rm 331 Door H | Mills | #ATFEXL401F18763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2018 24

adultNEW! QUICKBOOKS ONLINE FOR BEGINNERSAre you starting a new business and need to learn QuickBooks Onlinefast? Or are you using QuickBooks Online and need help with accurateentry? Either way, this course is for you. Learn by hands-on entry anddemonstrations. Get back to what you started your business to do,with confidence that your books will be in order for tax time. Bring yourlaptop.Wednesdays Sep 12-Oct 10 | 5 sessions | 12:00-1:30pm | $65Handke Center Rm 112 Door 5 | McCarty | #ATFQUIK01F18ADULT BASIC EDUCATION H.O.P.E. (HELPING OTHER PEOPLE EXCEL)Adult Basic Education offers FREE individualized instruction with basic Our H.O.P.E. program provides, events, activities and classes designedskills review in math, writing and reading, College preparation, Job specifically for youth and adults with developmental disabilities and enablespreparation, Basic computer skills, GED and Adult High School Diploma. participants to have social, recreational and educational opportunities andFor more information, call 763-241-3400 x5525. experiences. Programs include day-trips, cooking, crafts, exercise, self- advocacy, personal care and independence, and making new friends.ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) Community Education welcomes people of all abilities to participate in any of these activities; however, participants are asked to bring staff or family membersLearn and improve your English skills in speaking , reading, grammar, if personal care assistance is needed. Call us at 763-241-3520, or join ourlistening and writing. We have classes for beginning, intermediate and Facebook page (www.facebook.com/CommunityEd.HOPE) to get on ourtransitional levels. For more information, call 763-241-3400 x5525. mailing list or to share ideas of what you’d like to see offered. SEAC Oct 11 Community Forum 6:30-8:30pm Applying Mindfulness Practices ISD 728 District Office with Mary T. Schmitz 11500 193rd Ave NW Elk River Providing parents, caregivers and staff with View the Fall brochure online at Tools to Support and Apply Mindfulness www.728communityed.com or pick one up at your Practices at Home & School. local school or business. RSVP at www.isd728.org/SEAC-mindfulness Sponsored by Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEAC)25 Fall 2018 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520

registrationONLINE COMMUNITY EDUCATION ISD 728 FACILITY SCHEDULINGwww.728communityed.com Community Education Office Hours: q 763-3400 X5539Secure registration 24 hrs/day using 8:00am-4:30pm, Summer Hours E [email protected], MasterCard, Discover or AmEx. 8:30am-5:00pm, Labor Day-Memorial Day q 763-241-3520 EDVENTURE CLUBIN PERSON, MAIL, E [email protected] DROP BOX q 763-241-3544 ECFE & DISCOVERY LEARNING E [email protected] Center1170 Main St., Elk River 55330 ECFE Office Hours: ADULT BASIC EDUCATIONThere is a 24-hour drop box. 8:00am-4:30pm, Year Round q 763-241-3524 q 763-241-3400 x5525PHONE: FAX: E [email protected] E [email protected] 763.241.3521 EARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENING WEATHER CANCELLATIONS q 763-241-3525 Follow our Twitter Feed @CE728ALERT E [email protected] or check online at www.728communityed.com for possible weather related cancellations and other program updates.Full Name________________________________________________________ DETAILS »» Some activities, suppliesEmail Address_____________________________________________________ or tickets are not refundable.(H) Phone______________________ (C) Phone_________________________ »» Make checks payable to:Home Address____________________________________________________ ISD 728 Community Education »» Adults are given priority for adultCity__________________________________________ Zip________________ classes; ages 15-17 may register »» Participants must be the correct if space permits. If participant is a child: age and/or grade by the last dayBirthdate­____________________________ Age____________ Grade_______ of class. »» We take photographs to use inParent Names_____________________________________________________ our marketing materials. NotifyEmergency phone # & contact _______________________________________ »» Cancellations must be made us in writing if you do not wish toHealth concerns: __________________________________________________ at least 3 business days prior have photos in our publications. to activities. Refunds or credits cannot be given for forgotten classes.Class InformationClass Title___________________________________Class #_______________Class Date/Time____________________________________ Fee ___________Payment ISD 728 Community Education partners with ed2go to offer onlineo Check o Cash o MasterCard/VISA/Discover/AmEx classes, making lifelong learning opportunities available to you fromCard #__________ -___________- ___________- ___________ Exp_________ the comfort of your home.Signature ________________________________________________________ ed2go is a leader in online learning for adults. They provide the GUARANTEE highest-quality online continuing education courses that are affordable through a network of more than 2,100 top colleges and We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses universitites. Instructors are top professionals in their field. and activities. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact the Community Education For more information, view classes, schedules and register go to office at 763.241.3520, or the E arly Childhood www.ed2go.com/728commed-pro. Family Education office at 763.241.3524. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Fall 2018 26

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