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table of contents early childhood Featured Event: pages 2-4 HealthyKIDSZONE Early Childhood Family Education Join Community Education and the City of Elk River Discovery Learning Preschool for a day of fun featuring a variety of activities Little Learners • Parenting including a petting zoo, inflatable's, food trucks, Bingo and more! Community Education will have a youth, Pre K-12 free HEALTHY KIDS ZONE focusing on Mental Health, Physical Health and Community Family Services. pages 4-12 all ages* Visual & Performing Arts • Athletics Saturday Jul 30 | 10:00am-4:00pm Academics • Music • Crescendo Lion John Weicht Park, Elk River High School • Aquatics • Little Learners Special Interest *Event is in conjunction with Elk River Fest. Evening events (age 21+) in downtown Elk River will include a Bean Bag Competition and a recreation concert by Chris Kroeze and Band. page 13-14 Elk River Parks & Recreation programs adult pages 15-25 Fitness • Trips • Arts • General Interest Hobby • Finance • Health & Safety Parenting • Technology • Adult Basic Education • GED • English as a Second Language our mission View the Spring-Summer brochure online at www.728communityed.com or pick one up To build community through citizen involvement and lifelong learning while at your local school or business. educating, inspiring and empowering ALL of our learners across ISD 728. 12 SFaplrlin2g01|5Su• mRmegeirst2e0r2o2n•linReeagtiswtewr wo.n7l2in8ecoamt wmwuwn.i7ty2e8dc.ocmommun•it7ye63d-.2c4o1m-352•0763-241-3520
early childhood NATURE PLAY ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN BIG... BUILDING BETTER BEHAVIORS FOR ENTRY SUCCESS IN SCHOOL, CHILDCARE AND AT HOME Come to the Handke Nature Explore Center and experience the best- » BIG is an intervention and prevention program for preschoolers kept secret in Elk River! We will create nature art, go on scavenger who are at risk of losing their childcare or preschool placement hunts, learn about eagles (and help rebuild our eagle nest) and relax because of negative behaviors. in the outdoors with stories and circle time! FREE admission; no registration necessary. » BIG works with parents, teachers and childcare providers to build positive behavior skills. Mondays Apr 4-May 16 | 7 sessions | 10:00-11:30am | $0 Handke Center Nature Explore Classroom Door 5 | #EDDNATU01P22 » BIG is a Behavior Intervention Group including educators, emotional health professionals and specialists to coordinate DROP-IN PLAY ► AGE BIRTH-KINDERGARTEN expertise and resources for success. ENTRY » For more information call the ECFE office at 763-241-3524. » BIG is funded by ISD 728 Family and Children's Collaborative, a part of Wright County Family Service. Looking for something fun and interactive to do with your child? Drop in YOUNG PARENT PROGRAM FOR PREGNANT OR at ECFE and play in one of the ECFE rooms, gym or playground (when PARENTING TEENS available). First-come, first-served; space is limited to 25 total (adults and children). Family childcare providers must meet child-to-adult ratios » This program provides pregnant or parenting teens with for the children they bring. information about pregnancy, birth, parenting and community resources. Pay at door: Fee: $2.50/child without pass; » It is open to ISD 728 students and area residents who may not be $10 for 5-day pass in school. Wednesdays Jan 12-May 18* | 11:00am-12:30pm » For information or to register, contact ECFE at 763-241-3524, your Handke Center Rm 10 Door 5 school counselor, school nurse or Ivan Sand Community High *Not meeting Apr 13 School. \"ECFE ON WHEELS” HOME VISITS » Home visits are also available. » This program is co-sponsored by ISD 728, Ivan Sand Community » This program features visits to your home, or one-to-one visits at the ECFE center. High School and ECFE; special events funding provided by Three Rivers Community Foundation. » Visits provide ideas for creative, fun, age-appropriate activities, » Classes are held at the Handke Center and are on-going during as well as time to discuss children, family, ideas on child the school year. development, parenting and community resources. » Classes are free. » Call the ECFE office at 763-241-3524 for more information. ERCeFaEd our There is no fee for home visits. BLOG 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Spring | Summer 2022 2
early childhood DISCOVERY LEARNING EDVENTURE CLUB-DISCOVERY LEARNING PRESCHOOL ► AGES 3-5 CHILDCARE FOR 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR Discover a place where children can explore, Community Education offers childcare services to extend your child’s learn, laugh and grow! Discovery Learning experience with Discovery Learning Preschool. Childcare is available for all Preschool, offered through ISD 728 Early Discovery Learning sites before and after your child’s preschool class. For Childhood Family Education, is a highly the 2022-2023 school year, your child must be age 3 by Sep 1, 2022 and recognized and sought-after program they must be participating in the Discovery Learning Preschool Program. with a 4-star rating from Parent Aware, an independent nonprofit organization of Minnesota business and community When registering for childcare, you choose the times that work best leaders using private sector strategies to improve school readiness. A for your schedule. Registration is due on Monday the week prior to 4-star rating is an indicator a program is using the practices that best attendance. This program is eligible for county assistance. prepare children for kindergarten. With over 25 years of successful extended day childcare experience, Discovery Learning Preschool offers professionally trained, caring we provide a quality program that complements the Discovery Learning teachers, customized preschool experiences for your child in a safe program curriculum. Students will be escorted between our childcare and fun environment and, as part of the school district, the program program and the Discovery Learning classroom by our staff. Snacks will has access to the district’s resources. Conveniently offered in Elk River, be provided in the morning and afternoon. Students will need to bring a Otsego, Rogers and Zimmerman with a variety of daytime programming, lunch if they are attending during lunch or the full day. Discovery Learning Preschool is sure to fit your child’s needs. HOW TO REGISTER Choose the program that works best for your family. All classes are Sep 2022-May 2023; specific class schedules will be sent August 2022. To register for before and/or after preschool childcare, please use this Register today at www.isd728.org/Preschool-Registration. link to set up an account that will allow you to register: www.isd728. org/EdVClub-Registration. If you have additional questions about the DISCOVERY LEARNING PRESCHOOL 3S EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning Childcare Program, please contact the EdVenture Club office at 763-241-3544. Registration for 2022-2023 3 days a week with a parent/child day once per week. opens June 1, 2022. Handke Center DISCOVERY LEARNING EDVENTURE CLUB Mon/Tue/Thu | 9:00-11:30am DAILY RATES 2022-2023 Wed/Fri 9:00am-11:30am & Mon 6:00-7:30pm DISCOVERY LEARNING PRESCHOOL 4S 4 or 5 days a week with parent/child event days throughout the year. Handke Center Mon-Fri | 9:00-11:30am Tue-Fri | 1:00-3:30pm 7:00-9:15am or 3:15-5:30pm $12 7:00am-1:15pm or 11:15am-5:30pm $25 7:00-9:15am and 11:15am-5:30pm $32 7:00am-1:15pm and 3:15-5:30pm $32 7:00am-5:30pm (non-school days) $44 REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR 2022-2023 Please note: All EdVenture Club-Discovery Learning Wrap-around DISCOVERY LEARNING PRESCHOOL! childcare sites may have a designated maximum registration. Once that maximum registration number is reached, registration will be closed to new FOR A BROCHURE CALL US AT 763.241.3524. families; families interested in registering will be added to a waiting list in the order of receipt and will be contacted as space becomes available. 3 Spring | Summer 2022 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520
youth 2G-RKAITNEDFEURLGFAORRTEGNREANNTDRPYARWE/NGTRSA!N►DPAARGEENT(S) DANCE: BALLET & TAP ► AGE 3-8 This class is designed especially for preschoolers and their important Explore fundamental classic ballet and tap movement skills in an grandparents! Spend time together creating simple arts and crafts atmosphere of discovery and fun. Develop confidence, coordination, projects as we celebrate the important role grandparents play in the musicality and classroom etiquette through simple imaginative lives of their grandchildren! There is no cost for grandparents. April exercises, creative routines and dance terminology. Classes are class theme is Easter decorations. planned per age group and increase in skill work at each level. Students should wear proper dance attire: leotard with tights or a fitted top and Saturday Apr 9 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am bottom. Hair should be pulled back. Please bring both ballet and tap $15 One-child/$24 Two-Children/$33 Three-Children shoes. Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | #YEAGFGP01P22 Level 1 | age 3-4 MY LITTLE HORSE CAMP ► AGE 2-5 W/PARENT Wednesdays Jun 22-Aug 17* | 8 sessions | 5:15-5:55pm | $49 Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADDBTA01S22 Campers will get to ride a real horse, meet and learn about the different *Not meeting Jul 6 horses and learn how to groom the horses -- all with a focus on safety! In addition, campers will create an art project and have an opportunity Level 2 | age 5-6 to make horse treats to feed their new four-legged friends! Class fee Wednesdays Jun 22-Aug 17* | 8 sessions | 6:00-6:40pm | $49 includes parent and child, and parent/guardian is expected to remain Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADDBTB01S22 with their camper during the entire duration of the camp. Proper attire *Not meeting Jul 6 includes sneakers or boots (closed toe and heel), long pants and layers depending on weather. Bring a water bottle. ASTM/SEI certified helmets Level 3 | age 7-8 provided. Camps are held rain or shine; facility has an indoor barn and Wednesdays Jun 22-Aug 17* | 8 sessions | 6:45-7:25pm | $49 arena. Boulder Pointe is located at 6612 189th Lane NW, Nowthen. Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Miller | #YADDBTC01S22 *Not meeting Jul 6 Saturday Apr 9 | 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $59 includes adult Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHLITT01P22 BE-DAZZLED ► AGE 5-11 Saturday May 14 | 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $59 includes adult Put some sparkle in your summer! Draw, paint and collage, make a Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHLITT02P22 dazzling paper maché project, sculpt glittery clay projects, make cool accessories to wear, and more! Jam out to some music, glam up your Monday Jun 20 | 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $59 includes adult nails and make new friends! Please bring a beverage and a nut-free Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHLITT01S22 snack each day. Monday Jul 18 | 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $59 includes adult Mon-Thu Jun 13-16 | 4 sessions | 1:00-4:00pm | $169 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHLITT02S22 Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | Abrakadoodle Staff | #YAFDAZL01S22 Monday Aug 1 | 1 session | 12:00-2:00pm | $59 includes adult Mon-Thu Jul 11-14 | 4 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $169 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHLITT03S22 Meadowvale Elem Art Rm Door 7 | Abrakadoodle Staff | #YAFDAZL02S22 SPRING CRAFT PARTY ► AGE 4-9 What's the best part about Spring? The candy, of course! We'll create a beautiful springtime scene made out of tons of \"sweet\" art supplies including frosting, jelly beans, and marshmallow Peeps! Please pack a nut-free snack and beverage for your child. Saturday Apr 23 | 1 session | 9:00am-12:00pm | $45 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Kidcreate Staff | #YAFSPTY01P22 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Spring | Summer 2022 4
youth WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF USING EDVENTURE CLUB- SUMMER PART-TIME? Using EdVenture Club-Summer part-time is a flexible option to meet a family’s needs and is built to fit around your schedule. You can choose 1-5 days per week and choose six hours or less per day for $25/day, or more than six hours a day for $36/day. Is your student attending summer Targeted Services or Special Ed-ESY? Our part-time EdVenture Club- Summer option conveniently wraps around their schedule. WELCOME TO EDVENTURE CLUB-SUMMER! WHAT IF MY CHILD HAS SPECIAL NEEDS? EdVenture Club-Summer is an engaging summer camp program for Please indicate in the online student profile any special needs of your students who have completed Kindergarten through fifth grade by June child such as health or medical concerns, allergies, medications, etc., 2021. EdVenture Club-Summer provides weekly mini-camps five days and if your child has an IEP or receives special services during school. a week throughout the summer months and is conveniently located at (NOTE: As a District 728 program, our Community Education/EdVenture Hassan, Parker, Meadowvale, Otsego, Prairie View, Rogers, Twin Lakes Club-Summer staff may share any necessary information with other and Westwood Elementary schools. EdVenture Club-Summer features District 728 staff that will assist staff in providing the best experience for both full-time and part-time options and is available Jun 13-Aug 31, 2022. your child.) Full-time allows your child to attend our program five days a week from 6:00am to 6:00pm. Part-time allows you to plan your child’s care around WHAT WILL MY CHILD DO AT EDVENTURE CLUB-SUMMER? your schedule where you can pick and choose which days they attend. Youth will experience fun projects, hands-on learning, a weekly field trip Each week features exciting new themes for students ranging from and recreational activities while strengthening relationships in a structured, cooking, acting, music and more with students participating in academic caring environment. and recreation activities on a daily basis. Free time is also available each day. Classes are divided by grade level at a 1:14 staff-to-student ratio. WHO CAN ATTEND EDVENTURE CLUB-SUMMER? WILL YOU OFFER SWIM LESSONS AS YOU HAVE Students in public or private schools, in-district or out-of-district... DURING PAST SUMMERS? everyone is welcome! Children must have completed grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 by June 2022. Unfortunately, we will not be offering swim lessons during Summer 2022. The VandenBerge pool will be closed all summer while work is being WHY EDVENTURE CLUB-SUMMER AND NOT DAYCARE? done on the building and we have no alternative space to offer weekday lessons. The benefits of EdVenture Club-Summer include sharing time with friends of the same age, new learning experiences, recreation activities, DO YOU OFFER A SIBLING DISCOUNT? special events and use of school facilities. The program also qualifies as a tax deduction. EdVenture Club-Summer offers a 10% discount for additional siblings. WHY ATTEND EDVENTURE CLUB-SUMMER FULL-TIME, REGISTRATION 5 DAYS A WEEK? Register online at www.isd728.org/EdVentureClubSummer. Each week features a different mini-camp. Children benefit from five Registration opens April 1, 2022. days a week because they experience a fuller curriculum with hands-on experiences. They also have opportunities for connecting with friends, HOW MUCH DOES EDVENTURE CLUB-SUMMER COST? choice time and endless opportunities with our “activity boxes.” As a bonus, when you sign up for a full week the average daily rate is less Schedule Options First Child than the part-time daily rate. Full Time, Mon-Fri $173 2022-2023 EDVENTURE CLUB 6am-6pm Per week Registration for Fall 2022 EdVenture Club Before/After School and Non-School Days Part Time, Mon-Fri $41 will open on June 1, 2022. > 6 hours/day Per day . Part Time, Mon-Fri $29 < 6 hours/day Per day 5 Spring | Summer 2022 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520
youth ULTIMATE ART EFFECTS ► AGE 5-10 MACRAMÉ SPRING WALL HANGING ► GRADES 3-5 In this amazing art camp, you'll bring your art to the next level using Macramé is the classic craft of making knots using cords, rope, yarn or brilliant materials such as glow-in-the-dark paint, glitter, metallic paint, thread to create decorative or wearable items. Learn two easy macramé and other flashy items! Create luminous art that glows in the dark knots to make a delightful, Spring-inspired wall hanging. and dazzling projects with a spark. This camp will surely light up your creativity! Bring a beverage, nut-free snack, and recess attire each. Wednesday May 4 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $19 Meadowvale Elem Art Rm Door 7 | #YAFMCRO03P22 Mon-Thu Jun 20-23 | 4 sessions | 1:00-4:00pm | $169 Twin Lakes Elem Art Rm Door 3 | Abrakadoodle Staff | #YAFULMT01S22 MONET ► GRADES K-5 Mon-Thu Jul 18-21 | 4 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $169 Explore the beautiful world of French painter Claude Monet. Discover Twin Lakes Elem Art Rm Door 3 | Abrakadoodle Staff | #YAFULMT02S22 Impressionism and the use of negative space in art composition, then create your own Impressionistic painting. NEW! MARVELOUS, MAGICAL CREATURES AND UNICORNS ART ► AGE 5-10 Wednesday May 18 | 1 session | 4:15-5:30pm | $19 Twin Lakes Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YAPMONT03P22 Do you love unicorns? How about narwhals and fairies? In this creative and whimsical camp, we'll learn to draw, paint, sculpt with clay, and use ACRYLIC POURING ► GRADES 3-5 a variety of mediums and techniques to create magical and adorable projects such as unicorns, narwhals, and all sorts of enchanting Let the paint and your creativity flow as we learn the art of acrylic pouring. creatures. Please bring a beverage, a nut-free snack, and recess attire Perfect for artists of all skill levels, this project is a fun (and messy) painting each day. craft that produces beautiful results. You'll go home with a 10x20\" canvas. Mon-Thu Jun 20-23 | 4 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $169 Tuesday Apr 26 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $25 Twin Lakes Elem Art Rm Door 3 | Abrakadoodle Staff | #YAFMVLS02S22 Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YAPACLC03P22 Mon-Thu Jul 18-21 | 4 sessions | 1:00-4:00pm | $169 ATTENTION! Twin Lakes Elem Art Rm Door 3 | Abrakadoodle Staff | #YAFMVLS03S22 If attending an after school class, please ART LAB ► AGE 7-12 send permission to school informing staff Art is all about imagination. Each day you'll explore a variety of paints, that your student will be staying after. mediums, and surfaces. Create with us as we design our own stamps, Students will check in with EdVenture make mosaic jars, construct stained glass sun catchers, and more! Club after school and be picked up Please bring a water bottle and a peanut-free snack each day. from EdVenture Club after the class. Tue-Thu Aug 2-4 | 3 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $79 Twin Lakes Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YAFATLB02S22 MOTHERS' DAY MUG ► GRADES K-5 Paint your own one-of-a-kind mug! Using a variety of food-safe glazes, personalize an unfinished clay mug for Mom, Grandma, or someone special. This project is fun to make and will brighten anyone's day. All supplies are included. Mugs will be left with the instructor to be fired. Projects will be ready for pick-up on May 4 at the Handke Center, 1170 Main Street, Elk River, 8:30am-4:00pm. Wednesday Apr 6 | 1 session | 4:15-5:45pm | $15 Twin Lakes Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YAFMDAY01P22 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Spring | Summer 2022 6
youth EXPERIENCE THIS! SUCCULENT FAIRY GARDEN OR DINO PARK SUMMER DRAMA CAMP - DISNEY'S WORKSHOP ► AGE 6+ WITH ADULT THE JUNGLE BOOK KIDS ► GRADES 3-8 Follow Alison on a magical journey to create a unique and whimsical The jungle is jumpin' with jazz in this exciting Disney classic! Join fairy garden or Dino Park. Bring your favorite adult to help you choose Mowgli, Baloo, King Louie, and others as they restore peace to the from a variety of planters and succulents to build your dream fairy jungle and stop the ferocious tiger, Shere Khan. You will have the garden or Dino Park. One garden is included with each registration. If opportunity to participate in all the elements of theater preparing for you are registering as a parent/child combo, you can choose multiple this live show, including staging, singing, dancing, and costuming. gardens during the registration process. Each participant will receive a role and a t-shirt. Bring a lunch, a water bottle, snacks, and appropriate painting attire. The proceeds from the Tuesday Jun 14 | 1 session | 6:00-7:00pm performance go toward defraying the costs of the program. Tickets for $35 One Kit/ $65 Two Kits/ $95 Three Kits $5 general admission for performance can be purchased online. Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Hake | #AAAFGGG01S22 Mon-Thu Jul 11-20 | 7 sessions | 9:00am-4:00pm | $200 CERAMICS: CLAY EXPLORATION ►GRADES K-8 Elk River HS Zabee Auditorium Door A | Palashewski #YATJNGL01S22 Get the feel of working with clay! Experiment with a variety of methods including hand building, coil, slab, and wheel throwing - techniques that Rehearsals: guarantee success for every level of artist. Complete your design using Mon-Thu Jul 11-20 | 9:00am-4:00pm one of many glazing options for the finishing touch. Projects can be Thursday Jul 21 | 10:00am-8:30pm functional, sculptural or decorative. Wear old clothing to class. Projects will be fired and available for pick-up one week after the last class. Performance: Thursday Jul 21 | 7:00pm grades K-4 Mondays Jun 20-Aug 15* | 8 sessions | 4:30-5:30pm | $75 BEHIND THE CURTAIN SERIES - INTRO TO TECH Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #YACCLYA01S22 THEATRE ► GRADES 5-9 *Not meeting Jul 4 Are you interested in theater, but don't want to be on stage? Tech grades 4-8 is the place for you! We'll build and paint sets, create and hunt Mondays Jun 20-Aug 15* | 8 sessions | 5:45-6:45pm | $75 for props, and make lighting and sound cues, all for this summer Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #YACCLYB02S22 production. Be part of the Production Team and help run the show! *Not meeting Jul 4 Bring a lunch/snack, water bottle, work gloves, safety glasses, and paint clothes. No flip-flops or sandals. The proceeds from the ATTENTION! performance go toward defraying the costs of the program. Tickets for $5 general admission for performance can be purchased online. Please use grade completed as of June 2022 when registering for all summer Mon-Thu Jul 11-20 | 7 sessions | 9:00am-4:00pm | $125 youth classes, camps and activities. Elk River HS Zabee Auditorium Door A | Hess | #YATBHND01S22 Rehearsals: Mon-Thu Jul 11-20 | 9:00am-4:00pm Thursday Jul 21 | 10:00am-8:30pm Performance: Thursday Jul 21 | 7:00pm 7 Spring | Summer 2022 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520
youth NEW! PET PORTRAIT LINE DRAWING ► AGE 16+ Create a beautiful stylized portrait of your pet with only black and white lines on paper. We'll ask you to submit a photo of your pet before class to the instructor, who will prepare the outline of your pet's face. During the class, you will fill in the details with simple designs, lines, and dots, and leave with a perfect ready-to-frame portrait! You will receive a cellophane sleeve and hard chipboard backing to keep your art safe. Thursday Apr 28 | 1 session | 7:00-9:00pm | $29 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Foxcroft | #AAWPPRT01P22 CRESCENDO MUSIC LESSONS ► ALL AGES POKÉMON ART FUN! ► GRADES K-5 The Crescendo Music Summer Program offers 8 half-hour private lessons Calling all Pokémon trainers and fans! You'll catch 'em all at the ultimate meeting weekly from mid-June through mid-August. Fee includes music Pokémon art camp based on the hit animated series and movies. Explore purchased for students as lessons progress. From guitar to piano, beginner your creative side by bringing virtual designs to life and learning how to to advanced, we offer a well-rounded program for musicians at any level. draw, paint, collage and sculpt creatures from the world of Pokémon. Bring Lessons are held in district facilities staffed with trained, background- a beverage, a nut-free snack, and recess attire each day. checked professionals. For additional program information and to complete an interest form, go to www.isd728.org/Crescendo-Music. Once your form Mon-Thu Jun 13-16 | 4 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $169 is received someone from the Community Education office will contact you Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | Abrakadoodle Staff | #YAPPKMN01S22 to arrange a specific time for your lessons. Mon-Thu Jul 11-14 | 4 sessions | 1:00-4:00pm | $169 Mondays Jun 20-Aug 15* | 8 sessions | 3:30-7:30pm | $158 Meadowvale Elem Art Rm Door 7 | Abrakadoodle Staff | #YAPPKMN02S22 Handke Center Music Room Door 5 | Heidorn *Not meeting Jul 4 ART ANTICS ► GRADES K-2 Tuesdays Jun 21-Aug 16* | 8 sessions | 3:30-7:30pm | $158 Art is a great way to express yourself, and we will work with a variety of Handke Center Music Room Door 5 | Henry mediums to explore our creativity. Come prepared to do some painting, *Not meeting Jul 5 gluing, getting a little messy, and having a whole lot of fun! NEW! MONKEY AROUND ► GRADES K-2 Tue-Thu Jul 12-14 | 3 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $79 Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YAFNTCS02S22 Join us for some good unplugged fun! Monkey Around Camp is not a time to be shy, sensible, or logical. So whatever you do, be silly! This NEW! 3D PRINTING GIZMOS AND GADGETS three-day camp is all things monkey! We will make monkey-themed ► GRADES 4-8 crafts like banana slime, and play goofy games. Please bring a water bottle and a peanut-free snack each day. Learn the ropes of 3D modeling and printing while creating any gizmo or gadget you can imagine. Start with 3D pens to understand printing Tue-Thu Jul 19-21 | 3 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $79 in plastic, then use CAD software (computer-aided design) to plan your Meadowvale Elem Art Rm Door 7 | #YAFMKEY01S22 project before printing it. Use the Engineering Design Process to create your designs, then print them in class. This class is for students who GUARANTEE have no or limited experience with 3D printing. We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses Mon-Thu Jul 11-14 | 4 sessions | 1:00-4:00pm | $169 and activities. If you are not satisfied with your Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Engineering for Kids Staff | #YTSGDGT01S22 experience, please contact the Community Education office at 763.241.3520, or the E arly Childhood PLEASE NOTE: Family Education office at 763.241.3524. The decision on whether a class will run is made 3-5 days before the class start date. Register Early to help insure we don’t cancel a class you are hoping to take. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Spring | Summer 2022 8
youth NEW! ENGINEERING FOR GOOD ► GRADES 4-8 You have the power to design a better world! Explore how plastics are used in creating animal prosthetics, build a wind turbine, and harness the power of solar energy! You will brainstorm ideas and then use the Engineering Design Process to design, create, test, and refine your creations. Bring your passion for good and your creative ideas to help solve real-world problems during this camp. Mon-Thu Jul 25-28 | 4 sessions | 1:00-4:00pm | $169 Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | Engineering for Kids Staff | #YTSGOOD01S22 GRASP ► GRADES K-8 JR OCEAN ENGINEERS STEAM CAMP ► AGE 5-9 The 9-week GRASP program helps keep your student's reading/math Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? Let's go visit our friends in the bottom skills sharp during the summer months. Grade K-3 students work from of the ocean and learn about marine life. Explore saltwater density, learn about booklets and answer sheets; grade 4-8 students may choose the online beach erosion, make sand slime, save the coral reef and more! Join us for a program in which lessons are viewed and completed online. Students week of fun and adventure where everyone goes home an ocean lover! submit lesson answer sheets weekly to qualify for end-of-summer rewards. Workbooks, answer sheets and envelopes will be mailed to Mon-Thu Jun 20-23 | 4 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $169 students or distributed at their school at the end of the current school Meadowvale Elem Art Rm Door 7 | Engineering for Kids Staff | #YTSOCEN02S22 year (for students choosing this option). Please order the grade that corresponds to your student's 2021-2022 (current) grade. You may Mon-Thu Aug 1-4 | 4 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $169 order a higher or lower grade if appropriate or recommended by your Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Engineering for Kids Staff | #YTSOCEN01S22 student's teacher. Returns or exchanges may be limited. Deadline for registration is end of day on Monday, Apr 18. THE SCIENCE OF SUPERPOWERS ► GRADES K-4 $39 Math only Are you ready to see what it takes to be a superhero? Investigate $39 Reading only superhero skill sets and uncover the science behind super powers. $69 Math & Reading Through hands-on exercises in biology, engineering and technology, you will fly alongside Superman, sling webs with Spider-Man and recognize the grades K-3 | #YTGGRSP01S22 real-life heroes of our world. Please bring a snack and beverage daily. grades 4-8 | #YTGGRS401S22 Mon-Thu Jul 25-28 | 4 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $169 ONLINE CODING CLUB LEVEL 1 ► GRADES 2-5 Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | Engineering for Kids Staff | #YTSSPOW01S22 Computer coding is the language that tells computers what to do. It NEW! JR TOYLAB ► AGE 5-9 allows us to communicate with machines and create software programs and apps. Online Coding Club is led by live teachers who will help The Minions are opening up their lab for a week of fun experiments you learn important coding skills in a fun and easy way. Level 1 is an and inventions! Each day you'll use the Engineering Design Process to introductory class that shows you how to handle user input, deal with create a new item such as an oozeball, a foostastic toy, a kaleidoscope, motion and direction, and use your imagination to design your own and more! You'll develop problem-solving, critical thinking, and characters. Basic typing skills needed, plus access to a Windows PC, cooperation skills while having fun with your friends! high-speed Internet and the ZOOM meeting website. An email with online meeting information and link will be sent prior to your online class. Mon-Thu Jul 11-14 | 4 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $169 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Engineering for Kids Staff | #YTSTYLB01S22 Saturdays Apr 23-May 28 | 6 sessions | 9:30-10:10am | $90 ATTENTION! Online | Tech Tac Toe Staff | #YTSCCL101P22 Please use grade completed as of June 2022 when registering for all summer youth classes, camps and activities. 9 Spring | Summer 2022 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520
youth DIGGIN' DINOS ► GRADES K-2 CONFIDENCE CREW ► GRADES 3-5 Do you dream of digging up dinosaurs, or taking a Jurassic journey? Then we've got the camp for you! Come spend a few days exploring and Build a great foundation for self-love crafting dinosaurs with your fellow paleontologists! Please bring a water and confidence with this group for bottle and a peanut-free snack each day. girls. Learn about setting goals and achieving them. Discover how to Tue-Thu Aug 9-11 | 3 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $79 appreciate yourself, have healthy Twin Lakes Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YTEDGND02S22 relationships, communicate, identify and regulate emotions, find balance, MAD SCIENCE ► AGE 7-12 collaborate, explore community service, and more! In each session, we Put on your lab coats! Science is not only educational, it's also fun. We'll will discuss wins and challenges, allow do some hands-on activities and demonstrations! Explore questions time for leader and peer mentorship, such as, \"How do sugar drinks affect our teeth?\" and \"What happens and work on our physical activity goals when you put a sharp pencil through a baggie filled with water?\" with games and yoga swings. We Discover the answers to these questions and more! Please bring a water carry each lesson on to the next and bottle and a peanut-free snack each day. continue to build on our skills. Tue-Thu Jun 21-23 | 3 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $79 Mon/Wed Jun 13-29 | 6 sessions | 9:00-10:30am | $179 Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YTSMDSC02S22 Elk River HS Gym Door A | Meinert | #YGDCRWA01S22 SURVIVOR: ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE ► GRADES 3-7 Mon/Wed Aug 1-17 | 6 sessions | 5:00-6:30pm | $179 Elk River HS Gym Door A | Meinert | #YGDCRWA04S22 Imagine that you and your team are the lone survivors of a zombie apocalypse and the undead are coming to find you. Be careful! One bite CONFIDENCE CREW 2.0 ► GRADES 6-9 and you will become one of them! The challenge is to stay alive until scientists find a cure. Work in teams and use the Engineering Design As teen girls grow, so do the challenges they face. We will learn Process to create projects to help you survive. about healthy relationship practices, identifying values/priorities, and establishing boundaries. We will also discuss self-love, confidence, and Mon-Thu Jun 20-23 | 4 sessions | 1:00-4:00pm | $169 setting goals. Every session will be grounded in RESPECT -- respect for Meadowvale Elem Art Rm Door 7 | Engineering for Kids Staff | #YTSZMBI02S22 yourself and others. We will discuss wins and challenges, allow time for leader and peer mentorship, and work on our physical activity goals with Mon-Thu Aug 1-4 | 4 sessions | 1:00-4:00pm | $169 games and yoga swings. Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Engineering for Kids Staff | #YTSZMBI01S22 Mon/Wed Jun 13-29 | 6 sessions | 11:00am-12:30pm | $179 NATURE OF SCIENCE ► GRADES 2-5 Elk River HS Gym Door A | Meinert | #YGDCRWB01S22 Explore the ordinary stuff around us. Dissect and discover the different Mon/Wed Aug 1-17 | 6 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $179 parts of a flower, create watercolor paints from flower petals, study Elk River HS Gym Door A | Meinert | #YGDCRWB04S22 insects, play with sand, and so much more! INTRODUCTION TO FENCING ► AGE 16+ Tue-Thu Aug 2-4 | 3 sessions | 9:00am-12:00pm | $79 Meadowvale Elem Art Rm Door 7 | #YTSNTRE01S22 En Garde! Discover the thrilling sport of Fencing! Learn new skills and basic techniques, and train to compete! During the 7-week course, work NEW! CANDY LAB ► GRADES K-4 will emphasize blade work, footwork, and balance. Explore all three weapons -- epee, saber, and foil. All materials and a team t-shirt will be Have some delicious fun as you discover the fascinating science behind provided. Wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes. some of your favorite sweet treats. Stir up some tasty experiments and design packaging for your concoctions. Whip up tasty Gummy Bears, Mon-Fri Jun 13-17 | 5 sessions | 3:30-5:00pm | $85 mix together yummy edible slime, and more! Please bring a peanut-free Salk MS Gym Door U | MN Sword Play Staff | #AFFFNCG01S22 snack and beverage each day, and wear clothes that can get messy. This class is not recommended for students with food allergies. Mon-Fri Aug 22-26 | 5 sessions | 3:30-5:00pm | $85 Salk MS Gym Door U | MN Sword Play Staff | #AFFFNCG02S22 Mon-Thu Jul 18-21 | 4 sessions | 9:00-11:55am | $169 Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | Tech Tac Toe Staff | #YTSCNDY01S22 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Spring | Summer 2022 10
youth 3-DAY HORSE CAMP ► AGE 6-17 Experience everyday life at a barn, including riding, grooming and caring for the horses while making lasting friendships with fellow horse lovers! Wear long pants, closed-toes shoes (no sandals), and appropriate clothes for weather inside and outside of the barn. Bring sunscreen, a hat, bug spray, a water bottle, snacks and a lunch each day. You can also bring treats for the horses (optional). Helmets are provided. Camps are held rain or shine, as the facility has an indoor barn and arena. Tue-Thu Jul 12-14 | 3 sessions | 9:00am-3:00pm | $299 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGH3DHC01S22 HORSEBACK RIDING DAY CAMP ► GRADES K-12 NEW! WEEK-LONG HORSE DAY CAMP ► AGE 6-17 Learn what it's like to have a horse for a day! Ride in the indoor and/or Spend the whole week with the horses! Ride every day, learn how to braid outdoor arenas, practice how to steer, stop, turn, walk, trot and canter manes and tails with ribbon, groom and care for the horses (including (depending on experience). You might also make horse treats, create a bathing) and feed them at the end of the day. Campers are broken into craft project, or play games. And don't forget the time to feed and care smaller groups of similar riding experience. On Friday, parents and family for the horses. Proper attire includes close-toed shoes (no sandals), are invited to see what you've been learning! Wear long pants, closed- long pants and layers, sunscreen, a hat, bug spray, water bottle, a toed shoes (no flip-flops!), and appropriate clothes for weather inside and nut-free bag lunch, and snacks. You can also bring treats for the horses outside of the barn. Bring sunscreen, a hat, bug spray, a lunch, snacks and (optional). Helmets are provided. Camps are held rain or shine. Boulder plenty to drink each day. Drop-off is at 9am and pick-up is at 3pm each day. Pointe is located at 6612 189th Lane NW, Nowthen. Boulder Pointe is located at 6612 189th Lane NW, Nowthen. Friday Apr 15 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $105 Mon-Fri Jul 25-29 | 5 sessions | 9:00am-3:00pm | $495 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHDAYC01P22 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHWKHC01S22 Friday Jun 17 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $105 BABYSITTER TRAINING ► AGE 11+ Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHDAYC01S22 Are you new to babysitting or looking for ways to polish your skills? Gain Monday Jul 11 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $105 the knowledge every prepared babysitter should have. Develop safe, Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHDAYC02S22 fun and educational activities while focusing on preventing accidents, learning to care for children of various ages and taking care of yourself. Friday Jul 15 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $105 Please bring a bag lunch. Parents are encouraged to participate in the Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHDAYC03S22 last 15 minutes of this class. Boulder Pointe is located at 6612 189th Lane NW, Nowthen. Monday Aug 15 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $105 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | YGHDAYC04S22 Saturday Jun 11 | 1 session | 10:15am-3:15pm | $59 Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YHBBBST01S22 Tuesday Aug 16 | 1 session | 9:00am-3:00pm | $105 Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center Nowthen | Keacher | #YGHDAYC05S22 Saturday Jun 25 | 1 session | 10:15am-3:15pm | $59 Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YHBBBST02S22 NEW! SAFETY CAMP ► GRADES 2-4 (FALL 2022) Saturday Jul 16 | 1 session | 10:15am-3:15pm | $59 Join the City of Elk River and ISD 728 Community Education as we partner Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YHBBBST03S22 to bring back the popular youth one-day Safety Camp. Program highlights include: Water safety, K9 demo, Fire safety, Power, Railroad, Personal Saturday Jul 30 | 1 session | 10:15am-3:15pm | $59 defense and mindfulness, Weather, Cyber security, Fingerprinting, First aid, Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YHBBBST04S22 Home safety, Connexus and more! Saturday Aug 13 | 1 session | 10:15am-3:15pm | $59 Monday Jul 11 | 1 session | 8:00am-4:30pm | $25* Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YHBBBST05S22 Fire Station #2 and Orono Park, Elk River *Register online at www.elkrivermn.gov/parksandrec 11 Spring | Summer 2022 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520
youth HOME ALONE ► AGE 8+ DRIVER'S EDUCATION ► AGE 15+ Is your child ready to be left home alone? It's a parent's responsibility to Are you ready to earn your driver’s permit and learn to drive? Start by make sure children are prepared for emergency situations such as severe completing the 30 hours of classroom instruction required by the State of weather, injuries, strangers at the door, etc. This class will spend time Minnesota in our interactive, engaging classroom. Once you have your asking \"what if\" questions, coming up with ideas for activities to avoid permit, schedule Behind the Wheel training from our State-licensed and boredom and discussing things all home-alone children should be aware of. certified instructors. Students must be 15 years old by the last day of classroom instruction. Saturday Jun 11 | 1 session | 8:00-10:00am | $29 Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YHHASHA01S22 WHY CHOOSE DRIVER’S EDUCATION THROUGH COMMUNITY EDUCATION? Saturday Jun 25 | 1 session | 8:00-10:00am | $29 Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YHHASHA02S22 » Knowledgeable instructors who are licensed teachers with years of experience and training. They know the most effective ways to Saturday Jul 16 | 1 session | 8:00-10:00am | $29 teach students and will help meet the learning needs of individual Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YHHASHA03S22 students. Saturday Jul 30 | 1 session | 8:00-10:00am | $29 » Multiple locations, dates and times that fit busy schedules. Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YHHASHA04S22 » Flexible registration and payment plan. (Please note: State law Saturday Aug 13 | 1 session | 8:00-10:00am | $29 requires students be registered for Behind the Wheel before they Parker Elem Art Rm Door 3 | #YHHASHA05S22 can take the permit test. To be fully registered, full payment for Behind the Wheel must be received by the last classroom day.) » Supportive and educational Parent Class offered multiple times and locations throughout the year. SKYHAWKS MIDDLE SCHOOL TRACK AND FIELD Drivers under the age of 18 who complete Behind the Wheel instruction ► AGE 11-14 and are testing for a provisional driver’s license must submit a supervised driving log. The driving log must show that the teen has Sharpen or discover your skills in track and field events such as sprint completed at least 50 hours of supervised driving, 15 of which are relays, shot put, discus, javelin and long jump. Skyhawks staff will use nighttime hours. If a parent attends a parent class, the required number special equipment, exercises and drills, safely combining technical of supervised driving hours decreases to 40, 15 of which are nighttime development and fundamentals to help you prepare for your track and hours. Also, watch your email along with information sent home with field future! Please bring appropriate clothing, running shoes, and a water your student, for important information regarding the Driving Log, the bottle. parent class and Behind the Wheel scheduling. Tuesdays May 3-24 | 4 sessions | 5:00-6:00pm | $75 Additional information for e-Learning Classroom courses (online): VandenBerge MS Gym Door N | Skyhawks Staff | #YMTHKR401P22 » All classroom materials will need to be picked up from the Handke Center (1170 Main Street, Elk River) no earlier than one week DRIVER EDUCATION POINT OF IMPACT prior to the start of course. Available pickup times are Monday- INFORMATION NIGHT Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. If you need to arrange other pickup times, please contact the Community Education office at 763-241-3520 or Do you have a teenager that will soon finish their driver education class [email protected]. or has recently received their permit? Join us for a 2-hour parent course » A few days prior to start of class, students will be added to the to learn more about driving laws and the process of licensure, as well as Schoology Course. If student does not attend ISD 728, you will lessons to help you be the best driving mentor you can be. receive an email with the access code to join the Schoology course. Tuesday May 31 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $0 Complete Training Package: $349 (30 hours of classroom instruction, Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Willenbring | #YHPPOIN01P22 6 hours of Behind-the-Wheel instruction) Payment plan available: $149 due at registration; $200 by last class WEATHER CANCELLATIONS Classroom instruction only: $110 Follow our Twitter Feed @CE728ALERT or check ONLINE! Mon-Fri Jun 13-24 | 10 sessions | 8:00-11:00am | $349 online at www.728communityed.com for possible weather related cancellations and other program Online | Hudson | #YHDVDRI01S22 updates. Mon-Fri Aug 8-19 | 10 sessions | 6:00-9:00pm | $349 Elk River HS Rm 105 Door A | Waggoner | #YHDDRIV03S22 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Spring | Summer 2022 12
recreation make plans for SUMMER 2022 YOUTH YOUTH PRESCHOOL SPORTS SPORTS SPORTS CAMPS LEAGUES PROGRAMS Meets four days per week, for 60 minutes each Sports league participants will receive a team Eager Elks meet one day per week, for 60 day. Ages 6-12 years old. t-shirt. minutes.These programs are designed for Soccer (5-8 year olds) - meets one day per week preschoolers as a positive introductory Dodgeball/Kickball/Phy-Ed Games for 50 minutes experience to sports. Children will be Basketball taught basic skills and rules with low-key Flag Football T-ball (5-6 year olds) - meets two days per week games to have fun, be active, socialize, and Multi-sports for 45 minutes learn sportsmanship. Soccer Track & Field Minor league baseball (7-8 year olds) - meets two Soccer Baseball/Softball days per week for 60 minutes Flag Football Lacrosse Have time to help? Parent volunteers are Sports of all Sorts Skate Camp needed to help coach leagues. T-ball Disc Golf Fishing Camp SAVE the DATES! Join us at the new Orono Park Skate Park for 3rd Lair Skate Series on July 28 and Skate Camp from August 1-3. 13 Spring | Summer 2022 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520
recreation PRESCHOOL PLAYGROUND all-day fun ENRICHMENT ADVENTURE CAMPS CAMPS THURSDAYS IN ELK RIVER Meets one day per week, for 75 Meets four days per week, for 75 minutes at Trott Brook Barn. minutes at various park locations. join us! Ages 3-5 years old. Participants will be offered different themes throughout the summer. in Themes may include: Ages 4-12 years old. the Super Hero Camp Crafty Kiddos Themes may include: 10:30 a.m. Diggin Dinos Naturemania Junior Einsteins Let's Build Something Thursdays Little Tyke Site Extreme Adventure June 16-Aug. 12 Little Art Park Kid vs.Wild Fun in the Sun Live Performances for Kids Fun and Fitness Krafty Kids Join us weekly at Woodland Trails Regional Park. Extreme Boredom Busters Free to the public, rain or shine! WOW Camp American Girl Doll Camp Thursdays A Pirate's Life Biking 3-7:00 p.m. Camp Whatchamacallit June 16-Aug. 25 Tennis lessons (6+ years old) Farmers Market 3-6:00 p.m. Sept. 1-Oct. 6 Produce, farm fresh meat and eggs, baked items, artisan products, honey, syrup and more! Join us in downtown Elk River. Summer CONSECREIRETS Concert Series Free concerts at River’s Edge Commons Park in downtown Elk River. 7:00 p.m. Sponsored by: Thursdays June 16-Aug. 18 Questions? Scan this code to Follow us on Facebook! Call 763.635.1150 register online: @ElkRiverPR 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Spring | Summer 2022 14
adult \"FITNESS WITH CHELSEY\" PUNCH CARD Would you like a little variety in your workouts? Do you need some flexibility in your workout schedule? Our \"Fitness with Chelsey\" Punch Card will allow you to participate in your choice of 50/50 (Tuesdays 6pm) and Core Fusion (Thursdays 6pm) classes. Once you purchase the punch card, you do not need to sign up for individual classes, just show up! Punch cards cannot be carried over from each session. Tue/Thu Apr 14-May 31 | 14 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm $9-1 session; $21-3 sessions; $49-8 sessions; $79-14 sessions Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Klasnich | #AFSFCPC01P22 50-50 NEW! INTRODUCTION TO FENCING ► AGE 16+ Perfect for any fitness level, this class is part strength training and En Garde! Discover the thrilling sport of Fencing! Learn new skills and part cardio for a complete workout. Dumbbells are suggested but not basic techniques, and train to compete! During the 7-week course, work mandatory for strength training. Bring a mat and a set of dumbbells will emphasize blade work, footwork, and balance. Explore all three (3lbs to 10lbs in weight). weapons -- epee, saber, and foil. All materials and a team t-shirt will be provided. Wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes. Tuesdays Apr 19-May 31 | 7 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $45 Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Klasnich | #AFB505001P22 Mon-Fri Jun 13-17 | 5 sessions | 3:30-5:00pm | $85 Salk MS Gym Door U | MN Sword Play Staff | #AFFFNCG01S22 CORE FUSION Mon-Fri Aug 22-26 | 5 sessions | 3:30-5:00pm | $85 Are you a fan of yoga? Pilates? Body Sculpting? Core Fusion combines Salk MS Gym Door U | MN Sword Play Staff | #AFFFNCG02S22 all three styles in an upbeat and challenging format to strengthen your core, provide a total body stretch, and increase your flexibility. Bring a PICKLEBALL mat and water. Bring dumbbells for an added challenge. Pickleball is a combination of ping pong and tennis and is perfect for Thursdays Apr 14-May 26 | 7 sessions | 6:00-7:00pm | $45 adults who are young at heart and love some friendly competition. Don't Handke Center Stage Door 5 | Klasnich | #AFECRFS001P22 know how to play? Don't let it stop you -- the first 15 minutes of each session can be used to share rules, practice and warm up. Play will be AIKIDO FOR THE BEGINNER AND BEYOND first-come, first-served along with a rotation with others who show up to play. Bring a water bottle; drinking fountains are not available. Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art that has no tournaments or competitions. Its focus is on mental and physical discipline through Pay-at-the-door: $5/person hand-to-hand, sword, and staff techniques, and is for people of all Exact change only abilities. Learn this art from a world-renowned instructor who studied in Japan, and who teaches people from all over the globe. Sundays through May 1* | 4:00-6:00pm Handke Center Gym Door 5 Thursdays Apr 28-May 26 | 5 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $55 *Not meeting Apr 17 Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Larson | #AFAAIKD01P22 Wednesdays through May 4 | 4:30-6:30pm Thursdays Jun 2-Jul 7 | 6 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $55 Handke Center Gym Door 5 Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Larson | #AFAAIKD02S22 Thursdays Jul 14-Aug 25 | 7 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $75 GUARANTEE Handke Center Gym Door 5 | Larson | #AFAAIKD03S22 We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses and activities. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact the Community Education office at 763.241.3520, or the E arly Childhood Family Education office at 763.241.3524. 15 Spring | Summer 2022 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520
adult NEW! GRIEF Grief comes from losing something. It can come from something as small as a broken favorite teacup or as momentous as having a loved one die. This talk will discuss the effects that grief has on us, the stages that we go through, how to navigate the path through grief, and how to come to wholeness again without what was lost. Tuesday Jun 7 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $19 Online | Meadow | #AHMGREF01S22 ACUPRESSURE TO ASSIST WEIGHT LOSS NEW! MINDFULNESS MEDITATION - THE ART OF THE PRESENT MOMENT Acupressure is an eastern healing technique that involves pressing or massaging key points on the body to stimulate energy flow through Adults of all ages are welcome to join Mindfulness Meditation - the pathways called meridians. In this virtual workshop, you will learn ancient method of self-understanding and self-management. Meditation the main pressure points that help strengthen thyroid function, boost is widely used for handling pain and stress, habit control, and dealing metabolism, control appetite, decrease food cravings, reduce stress- with painful emotions and disturbing thoughts. It leads to deep self- eating and strengthen the entire digestive system. knowledge and self-management skills. The content of the practice is simply our own experiences of body and mind with no ideology. Tuesday May 10 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Online | Novak | #AHTAAWL01P22 SOOTHE THOSE ACHY JOINTS Tuesdays Apr 12-May 10 | 5 sessions | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Online | Meadow | #AHHMEDT01P22 Do you have achy joints? Whether you have arthritis, bursitis, or just creaky joints, this workshop is for you! Joint lubrication exercises are NEW! STRESS BUSTING STRATEGIES FOR BUSY simple and easy, yet produce remarkable results by helping to free your PEOPLE joints of pain. You'll also discover which nutrients help keep your joints healthy. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and be prepared to learn Do you have too much stress in your life? Discover the damaging effects some exercises! of stress on your nervous system, how to keep it from aging you, and one-minute stress-busting techniques to calm the nervous system. Explore Thursday May 19 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 ways to decrease stress hormone levels, and learn how different foods, Online | Novak | #AHGAJNT01P22 colors, surroundings, and even music can increase or decrease stress. Wednesday Apr 13 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Online | Novak | #AHSSTRS01P22 View the Spring-Summer NEW! HOW TO GET A GOOD NIGHT'S SLEEP brochure online at For many of us, going to bed is the start of a fight to get to sleep. The www.728communityed.com more we fight, the harder it is for sleep to come. This class will offer or pick one up at your methods that have helped many people get to sleep easily and will local school or business. explain which kinds of sleep loss requires medical attention. You will receive an email with the video meeting link prior to class. Tuesday Aug 16 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $19 Online | Meadow | #AHESLEP01S22 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Spring | Summer 2022 16
adult NEW! UNDERSTANDING ANXIETY CELL PHONES AND PARENTING - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Some psychologists have said that anxiety is the most difficult emotion of all to handle, yet everyone experiences it. This class will explain some When your child has a Smartphone, there are key things you should types of anxiety, give some self-help tips for managing minor anxiety, and know in order to keep them safe and secure. We'll help you understand explain what treatment is available for severe cases. This class is great recommended safety settings on popular social media apps, explore for anyone experience anxiety or learning how to support a loved one. parental control apps, and simplify this complicated technology so that you and your child can use the phone safely without worry. Tuesday Jun 28 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $19 Online | Meadow | #AHSUNDA01S22 Tuesday May 31 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $25 Online | Welsh | #ACPCPPT01P22 EXPERIENCE THIS! A PARENT'S GUIDE TO TIKTOK NEW! LOVING KINDNESS MEDITATION In this fun class, we will take a look at the fastest-growing social media Adults of all ages are welcome to participate in this 2,500-year-old app called Tik Tok used by millions each day. Learn how it's used and practice that helps us overcome self-dislike and builds self-love and self- how parents can make it safer for their kids. We'll cover everything you acceptance. Meditation also helps us act more gently and lovingly toward need to know as Tik Tok changes the future of social media. others, improves good relationships and helps heal problem ones, and teaches compassion and appreciating the good fortune of others. Wednesday May 18 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $25 Online | Welsh | #ACPTIKT01P22 Thursdays Apr 28-May 5 | 2 sessions | 10:30am-12:00pm | $19 Online | Meadow | #AHHLKNM01P22 HELP YOUR TEENS, TWEENS OR 20-SOMETHINGS CLEAR THEIR SKIN NATURALLY NEW! LONELINESS Is your child battling skin problems such as acne, breakouts, sun Loneliness can be one of the most difficult of all emotions to handle. damage, dryness, or irritation? Learn how to help your child clear acne Loneliness is not just being alone; sometimes, solitude can be pleasant. and blemishes quickly and effectively without medication. Discover Loneliness carries the feeling of being cut off or alienated and lonely how raw materials help build healthy skin cells, and receive recipes for people often add to their distress by drawing away from others. Learn shakes and smoothies that provide what is needed! A ZOOM meeting about steps you can take to get away from loneliness but still enjoy link will be sent prior to class. solitude. Thursday Jun 23 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Tuesday Jul 19 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $19 Online | Novak | #AHZCSKN01S22 Online | Meadow | #AHMLNLN01S22 NEW! LIVING AS AN INSPIRED SINGLE PARENT Now that there is a \"new normal,\" compliments of COVID-19 and other events, single parents are struggling to find their balance. This workshop offers parents key ways to create a solid and personally rewarding foundation to help them move forward onto the next phases of their lives. Thursday May 12 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $29 Online | Lynch/Albano | #ACPLISP01P22 17 Spring | Summer 2022 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520
adult AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION HEARTSAVER DIY CHUNKY KNIT BLANKET WORKSHOP FIRST AID Have you been wanting to make your own chunky knit blanket? Sign up Be prepared with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent, now for this class and learn how! The class includes all materials needed recognize and provide basic care for injuries and sudden illnesses to make a 45x55\" or 40x60\" throw and personalized instruction. The until advanced medical personnel arrive. Fee includes materials and instructor will have a variety of colors to choose from at the class. Food and American Heart Association certification. beverages will be available for purchase before, during, and after the class. Monday May 23 | 1 session | 6:00-10:00pm | $79 Saturday Apr 23 | 1 session | 10:00am-1:00pm | $69 Handke Center Rm 209 Door 5 | Neiss | #AHF1AID01P22 Tipsy Chicken Kitchen & Cocktails Elk River | Thesing | #AAFFKTC05P22 AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION CPR/AED Saturday Apr 23 | 1 session | 10:15am-1:15pm | $69 Tipsy Chicken Kitchen & Cocktails Elk River | Thesing | #AAFFKTC06P22 Could you save a life in an emergency? Being trained in CPR and the use of an Automated External Defibrillator has the greatest impact on resuscitation Saturday Apr 23 | 1 session | 10:30am-1:30pm | $69 over any other factor. Attend this class and leave knowing how to safely and Tipsy Chicken Kitchen & Cocktails Elk River | Thesing | #AAFFKTC07P22 effectively perform CPR and use an AED on adults, children and infants. Saturday Apr 23 | 1 session | 10:45am-1:45pm | $69 Monday May 2 | 1 session | 6:00-10:00pm | $79 Tipsy Chicken Kitchen & Cocktails Elk River | Thesing | #AAFFKTC08P22 Handke Center Rm 209 Door 5 | Neiss | #AHCCAED01P22 Tuesday May 10 | 1 session | 5:00-8:00pm | $69 MHSRC DRIVER IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Aegir Brewing Company Elk River | Thesing | #AAFFKTC09P22 ► 4-HOUR REFRESHER Tuesday May 10 | 1 session | 5:15-8:15pm | $69 This driver improvement program is presented by the Minnesota Aegir Brewing Company Elk River | Thesing | #AAFFKTC10P22 Highway Safety Research Center. Topics include visual techniques, habits, perception, attitude, communication, distracted drivers, new laws Tuesday May 10 | 1 session | 5:30-8:30pm | $69 and more. You must have completed the eight-hour program to take Aegir Brewing Company Elk River | Thesing | #AAFFKTC11P22 this class. Check with your insurance provider to make sure this course qualifies for the discount. Tuesday May 10 | 1 session | 5:45-8:45pm | $69 Aegir Brewing Company Elk River | Thesing | #AAFFKTC12P22 Thursday Apr 21 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI401P22 LOCATION Thursday May 26 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 Tipsy Chicken Kitchen & Cocktails Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI402P22 13479 Business Ctr Dr NW, Elk River Monday Jun 20 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 Aegir Brewing Company Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI401S22 19050 Industrial Blvd NW, Elk River Thursday Jul 21 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI402S22 Monday Aug 22 | 1 session | 12:30-4:30pm | $24 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Sundeen | #AHDDRI403S22 PLEASE NOTE: The decision on whether a class will run is made 3-5 days before the class start date. Register Early to help insure we don’t cancel a class you are hoping to take. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Spring | Summer 2022 18
adult NEW! POM-POM GARLAND Create a fanciful and fluffy pom-pom garland during this hands-on art class. Each project comes with a weathered branch to hang your pom-poms on. Choose three colors and make nine large pom-poms. You will leave with the perfect project for any space, ready to hang or give as a gift. Thursday May 5 | 1 session | 7:00-9:00pm | $35 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Foxcroft | #AAFPMPM01P22 CERAMICS: CLAY EXPLORATION NEW! PET PORTRAIT LINE DRAWING ► AGE 16+ Experience the tactile art of working with clay! Designed for every Create a beautiful stylized portrait of your pet with only black and white level of artist, you'll start with a hand building project to learn some lines on paper. We'll ask you to submit a photo of your pet before class basic techniques, then progress to throwing on a pottery wheel. Learn to the instructor, who will prepare the outline of your pet's face. During to center projects, pull cylinders, and shape bowls and vases as time the class, you will fill in the details with simple designs, lines, and dots, permits. Projects can be functional, sculptural or decorative. Wear old and leave with a perfect ready-to-frame portrait! You will receive a clothing to class. Projects will be fired and available for pick-up one cellophane sleeve and hard chipboard backing to keep your art safe. week after the last class. Mondays Jun 20-Aug 15* | 8 sessions | 7:00-8:30pm | $89 Handke Center Art Rm Door 5 | Galinski | #AACCLYC02S22 *Not meeting Jul 4 PARENT\\CHILD CLASS! SUCCULENT FAIRY GARDEN OR DINO PARK Thursday Apr 28 | 1 session | 7:00-9:00pm | $29 WORKSHOP ► AGE 6+ WITH ADULT Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Foxcroft | #AAWPPRT01P22 Follow Alison on a magical journey to create a unique and whimsical NEW! MINI WALL HANGING fairy garden or Dino Park. Bring your favorite adult to help you choose from a variety of planters and succulents to build your Weave your own wall hanging in a perfect petite size! The finished dream fairy garden or Dino Park. One garden is included with each woven piece is approximately 10 x 6 inches. Thread your loom yourself, registration. If you are registering as a parent/child combo, you can choose your colors and create your design. We will cast off the loom and choose multiple gardens during the registration process. add the hanging to a wooden dowel. You will leave class with a finished product ready to hang. Tuesday Jun 14 | 1 session | 6:00-7:00pm Thursday Aug 4 | 1 session | 7:00-9:00pm | $39 $35 One Kit; $65 Two Kits; $95 Three Kits Elk River HS Rm 202 Door A | Foxcroft | #AAFMWHG01S22 Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Hake | #AAAFGGG01S22 MOSAIC BIRDBATH NEW! HANGING RAINBOW A birdbath can draw a multitude of entertaining birds to your yard, and Rainbows remind us there is magic in the world. Create your rope adds a beautiful focal point! Create a unique birdbath from terra cotta and rainbow to hang as your reminder, decorate a child's room, or to give to colorful mosaic tiles. Bring a photo to use as a pattern or design your own someone who needs a special message. Rainbows are approximately 9 masterpiece. Participants should also bring an old towel and rubber gloves. inches high. Choose three colors and wrap the rope yourself, brush the tassels, add a hanger, and admire your DIY skills. This class includes Thursday Apr 21 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $39 using a glue gun. Handke Center Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5 | Decker | #AARMOBB01P22 Thursday Jul 14 | 1 session | 7:00-9:00pm | $35 Elk River HS Rm 202 Door A | Foxcroft | #AAFRNBW01S22 19 Spring | Summer 2022 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520
adult NEW! TERRACOTTA CLAY POT PAINTING NEW! EASY ETHIOPIAN/ ERITREAN COOKING Every home needs a touch of terracotta! You'll receive a waterproofed 5.5-inch terracotta clay pot and saucer ready for you to paint. Examples Ethiopian/Eritrean food is light, healthy, and will be available for inspiration or bring your own design to recreate. flavorful, and ranges from very spicy to very We'll varnish the pots in class to preserve your artwork. mild. Experience the thrilling taste of exotic spices paired with vegetables, beans, and Thursday Jun 2 | 1 session | 7:00-9:00pm | $29 lentils, or meat sautéed with flavored butters Elk River HS Rm 202 Door A | Foxcroft | #AAPPPTN01S22 and healthy oils. Every step in this virtual class is a delicious trip into the food culture CREATIVE SUSHI ROLLING AND POKE BOWLS of these historic countries. Discover how to make the perfect sushi rice, and discuss and brainstorm Tuesday Jul 12 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 a myriad of fillings for sushi rolls, including vegetarian options, seasonal Online | Selam | #ADGETHP01S22 produce, and even leftovers. Practice the proper techniques for rolling a maki roll and a hand roll. Anything goes in creative sushi rolling -- no raw NEW! HOMEMADE EGG ROLLS AND SAMOSAS fish or sushi mat required. Enjoy restaurant-quality egg rolls and samosas made right in your own Wednesday Apr 20 | 1 session | 6:30-8:00pm | $35 kitchen! These appetizers have flavors from around the world and can be a Online | Scheck | #ADGSHPB01P22 quick way to incorporate leftovers into something new and fun to eat. Make a variety of egg rolls, samosas, and dipping sauces in this virtual class. HOMEMADE PIEROGIES Tuesday Aug 16 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $29 Perfect your Pierogies during this virtual cook-along class! Start with Online | Selam | #ADGEGSM01S22 homemade dough and filling that will make your taste buds dance for joy! You'll also discover how to freeze these little dumplings and store INSTANT POT PASTABILITIES them for a rainy day. Lasagna, Creamy Broccoli-Cheddar Chicken with Pasta - OH MY! Saturday Apr 30 | 1 session | 4:30-6:30pm | $35 Discover deliciously nutritious pasta dishes using the Instant Pot. Two Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADCHMPG01P22 Instant Pot dishes will be created during this class. Choose one for your cook-along and watch a demonstration of the other. If you have two MAKE AHEAD MOLE AND MARGARITAS Instant Pots, make both! Gather with friends for a pre-Cinco de Mayo cocktail party! Whip up Saturday May 14 | 1 session | 4:30-6:30pm | $35 drinks to sip with queso to dip. All while you create and simmer a divine Online | Georgakopoulos | #ADIPSTA01P22 mole sauce made from re-hydrated fruit, chili peppers, spices, nuts, seeds and chocolate. Later, use your prepared sauce for Chicken Mole or Mushroom Mole Tacos. This sauce freezes well for future use. Sunday May 1 | 1 session | 4:00-6:00pm | $35 WHAT'S COOKING? Online | Scheck | #ADGMARG01P22 PLEASE NOTE: ONLINE! COOK-ALONG CLASSES The decision on whether a class will run is The following will be sent via email prior to the class made 3-5 days before the class start date. meeting date: Register Early to help insure we don’t cancel • ingredient list (to allow time for shopping) a class you are hoping to take. • informational materials (if applicable) • the Zoom meeting link After class, you will receive the recipes used during class. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Spring | Summer 2022 20
adult TEX MEX FIESTA MONETIZE WEBSITES, BLOGS AND SOCIAL MEDIA WITH AFFILIATE MARKETING This busy culinary experience will cover everything from empanadas to fajitas to a delicious coconut custard dessert, all in authentic Mexican Learn how to earn income from selling other people's products by style and flavor. Create, taste, and enjoy this Mexican feast! Be sure to placing a merchant-provided advertisement link on your website and get come hungry! a commission for every sale, click or lead. Discover where to find free and low-cost opportunities, how to find high, recurring, and second-tier Friday Apr 15 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $45 commissions, and how to avoid scams. You'll also uncover secrets to Elk River HS Rm 352 Door H | Sandino | #ADGTEXM01P22 increasing your site's ranking and visibility. THE ART OF SUSHI Saturday Jul 16 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $25 Online | Krusemark | #ANOWBSM01S22 Are you a sushi lover and want to try making your own? Or have you never tried it and want to see why it's so popular? We'll start with the NEW! EXPLORE 250 LEGITIMATE HOME-BASED preparation of sushi rice, then get to the real art of \"maki-sushi.\" Register BUSINESS IDEAS with a friend or partner for a fun night out! Friday May 27 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $45 Are you tired of working for someone else? Turn your talents and Elk River HS Rm 352 Door H | Sandino | #ADGSUSH01P22 hobbies into profits by starting a home business. Taught by a Chamber of Commerce Past President and award-winning business owner, this is a comprehensive business start-up workshop. Discover more than 250 legitimate home business ideas, mandatory legal documentation, ways to market your product/service, and how to take tax deductions. Thursday Jul 14 | 1 session | 6:00-8:00pm | $35 Online | Krusemark | #AGJHMBS01S22 BECOME A COMMUNITY ED INSTRUCTOR! NEW! MAKE MONEY WITH A VIRTUAL ASSISTANT/ WORD PROCESSING BUSINESS Do you have a special talent, skill, or passion that you would love to share with the community? Have you ever thought of becoming a If you can type, you can make money at home using your computer. You Community Education instructor? Earn extra money doing something will discover how and where to find clients, how to advertise/market your you love! If you can create a class, we would love to meet you! Attend services, home office equipment choices, and 100 ways to make money our free information session about teaching for Community Education. with a computer. There is a definite need for your services! Pre-requisite: Pre-registration is required. Participants will receive an online video \"Explore 250 Legitimate Home-Based Business Ideas.” Class listed above. conference link prior to online class. Thursday Jul 14 | 1 session | 8:00-9:00pm | $25 Online | Krusemark | #AGJVAWP01S22 Wednesday Apr 27 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $0 Handke Center Rm 110 Door 5 | #AGJCEIN01P22 Wednesday Aug 10 | 1 session | 7:00-8:00pm | $0 ONLINE CLASSES Online | #AGJCEIN01S22 An email with online meeting information and link will be sent prior to your online class. 21 Spring | Summer 2022 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520
adult NEW! EXPLORE 50 DIFFERENT SELF- INTRODUCTION TO VOICEOVERS PUBLISHING OPTIONS Explore the voiceover industry! Discover current trends, opportunities Self-Publishing is all the rage, but is it the best option for you? You will and tools you need to find success. Read a real script and receive discover the pros and cons of the self-publishing options, including coaching from your instructor, a professional voice actor, to improve print-on-demand and e-book publishing, as well as Amazon options. your delivery. This class is a one-time, 90-minute, one-on-one video You will leave with a rated description of 50 self-publishing companies. chat class! Learn more at http://www.voicesforall.com. Upon completion Participants must attend \"Beginner's Guide to Getting Published\" before of registration, you will be contacted to set up your live 1:1 online class attending this class. for a date and time of your availability. Saturday Jul 16 | 1 session | 3:00-4:00pm | $25 Jun 1-Aug 31* | 8:00-9:00pm | $49 Online | Krusemark | #AGE50PB01S22 Online | Voices For All, LLC | #AGJITVO01S22 NEW! USING AMAZON'S KINDLE DIRECT TO POWER OF VOLUNTEERING SELF-PUBLISH YOUR BOOK FOR FREE Are you finding yourself with extra time on your hands? A representative Whether you're looking to publish a paperback-type novel or short from RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) will help you ebook, this tutorial will teach you step-by-step how to create an Amazon explore possibilities for volunteer service, including positions with a KDP account, format your manuscript and upload it to the Kindle limited or flexible time commitment. Learn how your desire for service platform. You'll discover how to create a book cover from available can be matched with community needs. Find a rewarding experience templates, determine pricing and royalties, develop a sales pitch and that fits your life and your expertise. write an author bio for your Amazon page. Tuesday Apr 19 | 1 session | 10:00-11:00am | $0 Saturday Jul 16 | 1 session | 4:00-5:00pm | $25 Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Brooks | #AGIPWRV01P22 Online | Krusemark | #AGKAKSP01S22 NEW! MINNESOTA RECIPIENTS OF THE MEDAL NEW! INTRODUCTION TO SCREENWRITING FOR OF HONOR: FROM THE CIVIL WAR TO VIETNAM TELEVISION OR MOVIES June Gossler Anderson was one of 27 women chosen to write the In this comprehensive session, you will learn about special biographies of the 72 Minnesota men who have received the Medal screenwriting terms, formats for television and the big screen, and how of Honor. During her presentation honoring the heroes, you will meet to plot a story, develop characters, and execute your work in the proper a host of brave men who fought and died for their country including screenwriting format. You will also get an inside look into the business stories from the Civil War and Pearl Harbor. of selling your script to agents and producers. Tuesday Apr 12 | 1 session | 7:00-8:30pm | $19 Saturday Jul 16 | 1 session | 9:00-10:00am | $15 Online | Gossler Anderson | #AGHMNMH01P22 Online | Krusemark | #AGKSWTM01S22 NEW! FADING ADS OF THE TWIN CITIES Do you remember seeing old painted ads on the sides of buildings for Coca-Cola, Grain Belt Beer, grocery stores, and warehouses? Our instructor, Jay Grammond, has been drawn to Fading Ads, or \"Ghost Signs,\" for quite some time and in 2020 he signed a deal to publish a book about the topic. Join Jay as he takes you on a virtual walk around the Twin Cities to view this sort of \"Art Gallery.\" Tuesday May 17 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $25 Online | Grammond | #AGHFDTC01P22 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Spring | Summer 2022 22
adult WHO WILL INHERIT THE MESS? This valuable presentation covers important aspects of estate planning that most attorneys and advisors do not address, such as how beneficiary forms, Transfer on Death (TOD) and Payable on Death (POD) designations can be used to complement a successful and comprehensive estate plan. Learn how to keep your estate out of court and make sure your assets pass quickly and smoothly to your beneficiaries. There will be time for questions during the class. NEW! ARMCHAIR TRAVELS: THEODORE Tuesday Apr 5 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $9 ROOSEVELT NATIONAL PARK Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Litfin | #ANEHTMS01P22 Theodore Roosevelt National Park is unique among National parks, as BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO STARTING A FREE BLOG it preserves not only the stunning landscape of the area but also the memory of an extraordinary person. Roosevelt visited the area in 1883 Online blogging is a great way to get the word out about you, your and went on to have a ranch there. Join our instructor as he shows you service, your product, or information you want to share! You will landscapes, wildlife, and more in the park. learn step-by-step how to start a free blog with WordPress, choose a template, emphasize your blog content with a creative name, share your Thursday May 19 | 1 session | 6:30-7:30pm | $25 expertise, and how to connect your domain/website. Online | Grammond | #ARVTRSV01P22 Saturday Jul 16 | 1 session | 10:00am-12:00pm | $35 NEW! ESTATE SETTLEMENT 101: NOT A TIME Online | Krusemark | #ATLBGFB01S22 FOR ON-THE-JOB TRAINING NEW! HOW TO CREATE YOUR OWN YOUTUBE When the estate of a deceased individual is not settled correctly or in a CHANNEL timely manner, there can be serious consequences for both the executor and the beneficiaries. Join this seminar to learn all about this important Learn the basics to create and begin your very own YouTube channel. yet often confusing and time-consuming responsibility. Join the world's largest media platform to share your hobbies, advice, instructions, talents/gifts, and more with the world and your audience! Tuesday May 10 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $9 Handke Center Rm 209 Door 5 | Litfin | #ANEESST01P22 Wednesday Jun 1 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $25 Online | Welsh | #ATSYTBE01S22 WILLS VS. TRUSTS BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO GETTING PUBLISHED Wills and Trusts are two distinct legal vehicles, and it is important to understand how they differ as they relate to the distribution of assets, Is your goal is to become a published freelance writer? This workshop executor appointments and charitable designations. Learn how to avoid will guide you to, then past the editor's desk. Discover how to become the most common and costly mistakes in estate planning. a published writer, submit manuscripts correctly, find the right publisher, write query letters and when and how to get an agent. Learn 100 ways Tuesday Jun 7 | 1 session | 6:00-7:30pm | $9 to make money as a freelance writer. Handke Center Rm 111 Door 5 | Litfin | #ANEWLTS01S22 Saturday Jul 16 | 1 session | 1:00-3:00pm | $35 Online | Krusemark | #AGEGPBL01S22 WRITE YOUR OWN WILL GUARANTEE If you were to pass away unexpectedly, would your wishes be carried We guarantee your satisfaction with our courses out? Who would coordinate the probate for your estate? Who would and activities. If you are not satisfied with your be the guardian of your children? To whom would your assets be experience, please contact the Community Education distributed? This class will help you answer these questions through office at 763.241.3520, or the E arly Childhood drafting a basic will with guidance from a licensed attorney. Family Education office at 763.241.3524. Tuesday Apr 12 | 1 session | 6:00-9:00pm | $59 Individual/$109 Couple Elk River HS Rm 331 Door H | Helseth | #ANEWYOW01P22 23 Spring | Summer 2022 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520
adult CERTIFICATE CLASSES! SOCIAL MEDIA FOR BUSINESS CERTIFICATE Whether you’re a professional looking to enhance your skills and You see social media every day -- Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, increase your professional credentials, a high school graduate LinkedIn, blogs, and vlogs. And you see all kinds of businesses using it looking to continue your education, or an individual just looking for to advertise. Why aren't you? Required classes: Introduction to Social something to do in your free time, an online certificate course may Media, Integrating Social Media in Your Organization, and Marketing be a great solution for you. Our certificates involve completing 2 Using Social Media. or 3 individual courses over a period of months; however, you can also register for individual courses. Courses are provided by SQL CERTIFICATE quality colleges and associations with expert instructors. Structured Query Language (SQL) is the industry-standard database Certificates and individual courses can be completed: programming language. Become more marketable in computer-related » As non-credit, in which case you can participate as little or as career fields that pertain to database administration. Required classes: much as you like; Introduction to SQL, Intermediate SQL, and Advanced SQL » For completion and recognition; these completion requirements apply if you are taking the online course or certificate to earn CODING CERTIFICATE a Certificate/Certification or CEUs. Start your online training and add a new skill set to your resume today! Registering for a Coding is becoming one of the most in-demand skills in the workplace certificate program will automatically enroll you in the required today. Take your first steps into learning a skill that can help you become courses and save you money. Classes included in certificate even more valuable in the job market or in your current organization. programs can also be taken individually. Required classes: Introduction to Coding, HTML Fundamentals, and CSS Fundamentals. Online learning is a fun, enjoyable and very productive way to learn. You will engage with the instructor and other participants. WORDPRESS CERTIFICATE The online classroom is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The content (readings, audio lectures, slides) and self quizzes are WordPress is the most popular content management system (CMS) accessible for the entire course, so you can work ahead, or go for website and blog design. After successfully completing this course, back and review again, at your convenience. you will know how to build a WordPress website or blog, customize and maintain it, and use search engine optimization to bring more visitors to After you register, login information will be sent to your email your site. three days prior to the start of class. Visit our website at www.728communityed.com to view additional information and full CERTIFICATE IN WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION course descriptions for all online certificate programs and individual courses. Communication in the workplace is more important than ever and critical to your career advancement and success. Required classes: Conflict Management, Negotiation: Get What You Want, and Using Personality Profiles for Better Work Performance. CERTIFICATE IN MASTERING EXCEL Microsoft Excel is the most used spreadsheet tool in the world. How well do YOU know it? Required classes: Mastering Microsoft Excel, Intermediate Excel, and Advanced Excel. GOOGLE ANALYTICS CERTIFICATE This Certificate, aimed at non-technical users, will take you through all the key techniques and how to use website analytics using the world- standard Google Analytics, a free online tool. Required classes: Google Analytics and Advanced Google Analytics ONLINE CLASSES Certificate Programs and Individual Classes are offered multiple times throughout the year. Details regarding An email with online meeting start dates, instructors, and fees for are available on information and link will be sent our website at www.isd728.org/CertificatePrograms. prior to your online class. 763-241-3520 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • Spring | Summer 2022 24
adult WRITING FOR ONLINE BLOGS, MAGAZINES AND WEBSITES You don't need a journalism degree or published articles to write for anyone's online blog, magazine or website. Some opportunities offer exposure, while many pay well -- $1 a word or more! In this fast-paced virtual course, you will learn how to find ideas, sources, and more than 1,000 opportunities that pay. Saturday Jul 16 | 1 session | 5:00-6:00pm | $25 Online | Krusemark | #ATLWBMW01S22 SOCIAL MEDIA FOR BUSINESS HOPE (ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES) Driving new customer traffic to your website and promoting your Our HOPE program provides, events, activities and classes designed specifically business is imperative in today's technology world. Don't let your skillset for youth and adults with developmental disabilities and enables participants to have or company get left behind by missing the key social media rules you social, recreational and educational opportunities and experiences. Programs include need to know! Learn how to craft a simple but effective social media day-trips, cooking, crafts, exercise, self-advocacy, personal care and independence, marketing strategy, listen directly to customers, and implement tips to and making new friends. Community Education welcomes people of all abilities to grow your business. participate in any of these activities; however, participants are asked to bring staff or family members if personal care assistance is needed. Call us at 763-241-3520, or Tuesday May 10 | 1 session | 12:00-1:00pm | $25 join our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/CommunityEd.HOPE) to get on Online | Welsh | #AWSSMDA01P22 our mailing list or to share ideas of what you’d like to see offered. NEED A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA? JOIN OUR TEAM OF ABE AND ESL VOLUNTEERS The Elk River Learning Lab now offers 3 Adult Secondary Credential Here’s your opportunity to make a contribution to your community in Options. a personal way. Classroom and one-to-one volunteers are needed for a variety of positions: classroom assistant, clerical assistant and » GED technology assistant. Work with individuals or small groups tutoring » State Standard Adult High School Diploma basic skills or English as a Second Language. If you would like to learn » Credit Recovery Diploma more about becoming a volunteer, contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 763-433-4221. The Minnesota State Adult Diploma Competency Domains include English Language Arts, Mathematics, Career Development and Employability Skills, ADULT BASIC EDUCATION including Digital Literacy Skills, Social Studies and Science. Adult Basic Education offers FREE individualized instruction with basic Schedule an intake appointment with a staff member of the Elk River skills review in math, writing and reading, College preparation, Job Learning Lab to answer your questions and determine the route best for you. preparation, Basic computer skills, GED and Adult High School Diploma. For more information, call 763-241-3400 x5525. PLEASE NOTE: ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) The decision on whether a class will run is Learn and improve your English skills in speaking , reading, grammar, made 3-5 days before the class start date. listening and writing. We have classes for beginning, intermediate and Register Early to insure we don’t cancel transitional levels. For more information, call 763-241-3400 x5525. a class you are hoping to take. 25 Spring | Summer 2022 • Register online at www.728communityed.com • 763-241-3520
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ISD 728 Community Education 1170 Main Street Elk River, MN 55330 EXPERIENCE MORE! SAFETY CAMP grades Monday, July 11 | 8:00am-4:30pm 2-4 Fire Station #2 and Orono Park fall of 2022 $25 Water Safety K9 Demo Fire Safety Power Railroad Personal Defense and Mindfulness INCLUDES: Weather Cyber Security Fingerprinting cinch sack First Aid Home Safety Connexus water bottle two snacks REGISTER ONLINE ELKRIVERMN.GOV/PARKSANDREC lunch Event is a collaboration between the City of Elk River and ISD 728 Community Education www.728communityed.com
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