Full Draft 4 (Summer CE Catalog)

Summer 2023 COMMUNITY Class Catalog EDUCATION Adult Fitness Classes: Pages 36-38 BIRTH-5 PRESCHOOL CHILD CARE YOUTH ADULTS Pages 4-5 Pages 6-8 Page 9 Pages 11-27 Pages 28-36

Table of Contents Class & Program Locations EARLY CHILDHOOD Liberty Elementary (Liberty) 17905 205th Avenue, Big Lake About ECFE/Resources..................................4 Independence Elementary (Ind.) Classes/Special Events...................................5 701 Minnesota Avenue, Big Lake Big Lake Middle School (MS) PRESCHOOL 601 Minnesota Avenue, Big Lake About...........................................................6 Big Lake High School (HS) Classes......................................................7 501 Minnesota Avenue, Big Lake Screening..................................................8 Meet Our Team CHILDCARE Kids Club/Hive Time....................................16 YOUTH Elementary Enrichment..................................10 MS/HS Enrichment........................................16 Youth Recreation..........................................18 Aquatics....................................................24 Gymnastics..................................................26 ADULTS Director: Stephanie Hillman Community Education Program Coordinator: Enrichment................................................28 Tate Fowler Recreation & Fitness....................................32 Youth Development Coordinator: Heidi Dehmer Trips..........................................................33 Community Education Program Secretary: Adult Basic Education...................................34 Teresa Scott Opening Doors............................................36 Early Childhood Coordinator: Sarah Fritsch Early Childhood Secretary: Jeanne Freichels Other District Facility Scheduler: Cathy Phillips Kids Club/Hive Time Site Supervisor (Liberty): Community Ads...............................................37 Jessica Lumley Policies/Facility Rentals/Get Involved................39 Kids Club Site Supervisor (Independence): Krystle Kilde Registation Opens April 5th! Community Education Main Office: Register online at biglakece.com 763-262-2523 [email protected] Summer Office Hours Early Childhood Main Office: 763-262-3233 Monday-Thursday: 7 am-4:30 pm [email protected] Friday: 7-11 am CEODMUMCAUTNIIOTNY

A Peak Inside... FAQ/Reminders ECFE In the Park Page 5 The payment method I have on file online is outdated. Early Childhood Screening Page 8 How can I change it? Community Ed Summer Kickoff Back Cover Log into your Eleyo account (biglake.ce.eleyo.com) and click “Saved Payment Methods” in the site footer. ...And So Much More! How to view my current registrations? Log into your Eleyo account (biglake.ce.eleyo.com) and High School Construction view your Dashboard (site footer). You can see current and past enrollments, total amount spent, update Construction will be happening at Big your family information, special needs, etc. Please Lake High School over the summer, remember to write down the class dates/times as they which will impact summer Community are not always viewable before or after class starts. Education Programming. How do I cancel my current registration? For classes taking place at the high school Contact our office at [email protected]. A $7 (most enrichment classes), please be sure to enter cancellation fee applies to cancellations made at least through the door listed in the class description for 3 days before the class start date; no refunds will be classes. Signs will direct you to the right room. issued after the class begins. Kids Club and Hive Time will be in the middle school. If CE cancels a class, what next? Summer preschool will be in Liberty. You will be notified with details via email, text, or phone call. Teach a Class/Share Ideas! What happens if I am put on a waitlist? You will need to enter payment information to save Do you have a skill or passion you would like to share? your spot on this list, You will not be charged until you Or do you have a great class idea? become enrolled, and when/if you are taken off of the Email [email protected]. waitlist, your card will be immediately charged. If your We would love to hear from you! card does not process, you are not confirmed in this class until you contact our office. I never received a registration confirmation, now what? Is your email address that you registered current? Have you checked your junk or spam folder? Has your card been processed or rejected? If you still don’t receive a confirmation after checking these things, contact our office ([email protected]) for further clarification. I am interested in renting space in the school district. How can I get information? Visit biglakeschools.org/facilities. This page includes pricing, guidelines, and space request link for when you are ready to rent. See page 39 for more information. Who do I contact to learn more about GED or ESL? page information about GED or ESL? Contact Big Lake Community Education main office (763-262- 2523, [email protected]). Your name and contact information will be shared with an instructor. Get Involved In Community Education! Teach a class, volunteer, join an advisory council, and more. See page 39 for details.

EARLY CHILDHOOD Early Childhood What is ECFE? Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes are for families with children after birth to before kindergarten entrance. Together, families engage in activities and experiences led by licensed staff that nurture children’s social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language skills. Refer a child to: ECFE Resources 4 ECFE Home and Childcare Visits If you have concerns about your child’s development, talk to your health care provider, Big Lake Schools’ ECFE offers several home call Help Me Grow at 1-866-693-GROW(4769), or visit options for families and child care providers in an effort to share knowledge and resources. visit http://helpmegrowmn.org. Visit biglakeschools.org/ecfe to learn more! Someone will help you arrange a free screening or Baby & Me: If you just had a baby, an ECFE ECFE representative will visit your home with evaluation to determine if your child is eligible information on classes, resources, and a gift! for Help Me Grow: Early Intervention Services. ECFE and Me (for Families)/ Child Care Early childhood specialists will work with eligible Provider 1-on-1 Connections: Whether you are a parent or a childcare provider, we would love to children and families to plan the services and partner and connect with you! A knowledgeable support needed. staff member will meet with you 1-on-1 to help conquer any struggles and answer questions Reach-Up Inc. you have. Ask us about potty training, bedtime routines, child development, behaviors, social Head Start (K-readiness for 3-5 year olds) emotional issues, health/nutrition, and more! Early Head Start (Child development ECFE Come Play with Me (Childcare Visits): activities for prenatal-2 year olds) ECFE teachers will visit your provider home Most programs are provided at NO COST to monthly (or on a schedule that works for you). qualified families. Call 320-253-8110 for more info! We provide storytime and engaging activities for the children in your care, with your involement. Sherburne County offers breastfeeding resources, child passenger safety/car seat training, the Follow Along Program, family home visiting, the Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program, and more. Visit co.sherburne.mn.us for more information.

EARLY CHILDHOOD Watch for more classes in the fall! We are looking forward to bringing back favorite classes in the fall including: • Grandparents & Me • Baby Steps • Preschool Pals • Nature Explorers • 0-5 Play with Me • Music and Movement Check out our fall catalog for more details or go online to biglakece.com for the most up-to-date information. Registration will open in August. Want more summer fun for your 3-5 5 year old? Check out summer preschool! Classes focus on developing social-emotional and academic skills while having fun! Each session is 2 weeks long, and includes 4 classes. More information on page 7.

PRESCHOOL Preschool About Little Learners Little Learners is a Big Lake Schools preschool program for 3, 4, and 5 year olds. We focus on helping young students acquire the skills they need to begin their journey as lifelong learners! Our incredibly friendly licensed teachers carefully plan lessons using research-based curriculum and teaching strategies that meet the individual learning needs of each child. Little Learners Outdoors: Everything you love about Little Learners plus the unique benefits of an outdoor nature experience! Little Learners Outdoors is a preschool program focused on immersive outdoor learning. A portion of classtime is spent outside exploring trails, woods and our dynamic nature classrooms, while still incorporating all the key learning curriculum. We use the MN DNR Project Learning Tree and Growing Up Wild curriculum). We learn outdoors when it is warm, and incorporate both indoor & outdoor learning as it gets colder. 6 Need Childcare? Check out our Hive Time preschool childcare program, only for Little Learners participants! Learn more on page 9 or on our website: biglakeschools.org. Need Transportation? Mid-day busing is available for a fee to Little Learners participants who are 4 by Sept 1, 2023. Learn more upon registration or by calling 763-262-3233. Need Financial Assistance? Financial assistance and scholarships are available, call 763-262-3233 for information.

22-23 Class Options PRESCHOOL 3 Year Old Classes 4 Year Old Classes M ust be 3 by S ept 1 Must be 4 by Sept 1 M/W | 8:45-11:15 am $145/mo T/TH | 12:15-3:15 pm | $155/mo T/TH | 8:45-11:15 am | $145/mo MWF | 8:15-11:15 am | $190/mo MWF | 12:15-3:15 pm | $190/mo 3.5 Year Old Classes Little Learners Outdoors T/TH | 12:15-3:15 pm | $155/mo M ust be 3 by M ar 1 MWF | 8:15-11:15 am | $190/mo T/TH | 8:45-11:15 am | $145/mo MWF | 12:15-3:15 pm | $190/mo T/TH | 12:15-2:45 pm | $145/mo M-TH | 8:15-11:15 am | $250/mo MWF | 12:15-2:45 pm | $180/mo M-TH | 12:15-3:15 pm | $250/mo Little Learners Outdoors T/TH | 8:45-11:15 am | $145/mo Registration is filling fast! Learn more, find current openings, and register online at biglakece.com Questions? Call 763-262-3233 Summer Preschool Summer Explorers Preschool Ages 3-4 (not yet in Kindergarten) Join us as we have lots of “FUN IN THE SUN!” This class focuses on developing critical social/ emotional skills such as, taking turns, good listening, self-control, and being a good friend! Our day will include outdoor learning, snack, circle time, small and large group activities, and learning centers focused on early math and literacy. Each child’s educational needs will be determined on an individual basis. Child must be potty trained. Parents do not need to stay for the class. Teachers: Sara Golder/Taylor Peterson Cost: $70 | Location: Liberty Rm 162/164 T/Th | June 6-15 T/Th | June 20-29 T/Th, July 25-Aug 3 T/Th |Aug 8-17 9-11:30 am | PC401 12:30-3 pm | PC404 9-11:30 am | PC407 12:30-3 pm | PC410 T/Th | June 6-15 T/Th | July 11-20 T/Th, July 25-Aug 3 2:30-3 pm | PC402 9-11:30 am | PC405 12:30-3 pm | PC408 T/Th | June 20-29 T/Th | July 11-20 T/Th, Aug 8-17 | 9-11:30 am | PC403 12:30-3 pm | PC406 9-11:30 am | PC409 Jump Start Kindergarten Age 5 yr (MUST turn 5 by Sept 1, 2023 and MUST be going into kindergarten fall of 2023) This class is perfect for those who will be attending kindergarten this fall! Your child will build the social and academic skills needed for school through independent, teacher directed, and small group activities that will best prepare your child for kindergarten. Teachers: Sara Golder/Taylor Peterson Cost: $105 | Location: Liberty Rm 162/164 M/W | June 5-21 M/W | July 10-26 7 9-11:30 am | PC501 12:30-3 pm | PC504 M/W | June 5-21 M/W | July 31-Aug 16 12:30-3 pm | PC502 9-11:30 am | PC505 M/W | July 10-26 M/W | July 31-Aug 16 9-11:30 am | PC503 12:30-3 pm | PC506

May 3, 4 June 6, 20 July 11, 25 Aug 8, 22

Child Care CHILD CARE Kids Club (K-5) Hive Time (pre-K) Kids Club school-age Hive Time is a wrap- child care program is for around child care option children in grades K-5. available only for children We provide provide more than just great enrolled in Little Learners preschool. It is childcare. We offer a variety of programming: considered an extension of the program, as arts & crafts, physical education, outdoor it follows the same philosophies and expands games, and more! on the learning occurring in the preschool classroom. Find more information on Little Availability: Learners on pg 6 Kids Club is open year round from 6 am - 6 pm, Availability: Monday - Friday (except major holidays). Hive Time is open year round from 6 am - 6 pm, Locations: Monday - Friday (except major holidays). • Grades K-2: Liberty Elementary Location: • Grades 3-5: Independence Elementary STEM • Summer: Big Lake Middle School • School Year: Liberty Elementary • Non-school days: Liberty Elementary • Summer: Big Lake Middle School Costs: Costs: • Registration Fee: $30 for one child, $15 for • Registration Fee: $35 for one child, $15 for each additional child each additional child • Summer: $38/day + $25 one-time activity • Summer: $38/day + $25 one-time activity fee fee • Before School: $6/day ($11 for drop-ins) • Full School Day: $22/day • After School: $16/day ($21 for drop-ins) • Half School Day: $13/day • Non-school Day: $38/day • Morning or Afternoon Only: $8/day • Non-school Day: $38/day Summer registration opens Febuary 1st and closes May 1st. Summer registration opens Febuary 1st and closes May 1st. School year registration opens May 1st and closes August 1st. 2023-24 School Year Registration opens March 20th* and closes August 1st. *Flexes each year based on Little Learners Registration dates *$25 late fee applies to registrations made after the deadline (for both Kids Club & Hive Time) 9 To learn more, visit the Community Education page on biglakeschools.org. Sign up online at biglakece.org

YOUTHBee Adventurous Adult Basic Education – Bee Adventurous is summer programming open to both Big Lake Schools childcare participants as well as all other K-8 students in the community. Kids Club and Hive Time students registered on these dates and times attend Bee Adventurous classes at no charge. If you are not registered for summer childcare, you can register your child for these classes at biglakece.com. All are welcome! Please bring your child to Door B at Big Lake Middle School and a childcare staff will bring them to the correct classroom. Students in our Bee Adventurous camps will engage in a variety of age appropriate activities that match the theme of the week! Activities range from student and adult lead arts and crafts, large and small group games, STEM exploration, dramatic play, team-building activities, and more! Go online to biglakece.com to see class descriptions and learn more about all of our fun offerings! Location: Middle School Student Center Summer Superstars Mon/Wed | June 5 & 7 | $19 Prek-Grade 2: 8:45-9:45 am | 276S Grades 3-8: 9:45-10:45 am | 276S1 Fun in the Sun Mon/Wed | June 12 & 14 | $19 Prek-Grade 2: 8:45-9:45 am | 276S2 Grades 3-8: 9:45-10:45 am | 276S3 Prehistoric Predators Celebrations of Nations Mon/Wed | June 19 & 21 | $19 Mon/Wed | July 24 & 26 | $19 Prek-Grade 2: 8:45-9:45 am | 276S4 Prek-Grade 2: 8:45-9:45 am | 276S14 Grades 3-8: 9:45-10:45 am | 276S5 Grades 3-8: 9:45-10:45 am | 276S15 All Star Sports Once Upon a Time Mon/Wed | July 31 & August 2 | $19 Mon/Wed | June 26 & 28 | $19 Prek-Grade 2: 8:45-9:45 am | 276S16 Prek-Grade 2: 8:45-9:45 am | 276S6 Grades 3-8: 9:45-10:45 am | 276S17 Grades 3-8: 9:45-10:45 am | 276S7 Out of this World Party in the USA Mon/Wed | August 7 & 9 | $19 Wed | July 5 | $11 Prek-Grade 2: 8:45-9:45 am | 276S18 Prek-Grade 2: 8:45-9:45 am | 276S8 Grades 3-8: 9:45-10:45 am | 276S19 Grades 3-8: 9:45-10:45 am | 276S9 Mad for Science Fascinating Five Senses Mon/Wed | August 14 & 16 | $19 Mon/Wed | July 10 & 12 | $19 Prek-Grade 2: 8:45-9:45 am | 276S20 Prek-Grade 2: 8:45-9:45 am | 276S10 Grades 3-8: 9:45-10:45 am | 276S21 Grades 3-8: 9:45-10:45 am | 276S11 Game Show Extravaganza Riveting Rainforest 10 Mon/Wed | August 21 & 23 | $19 Mon/Wed | July 17 & 19 | $19 Prek-Grade 2: 8:45-9:45 am | 276S12 Prek-Grade 2: 8:45-9:45 am | 276S22 Grades 3-8: 9:45-10:45 am | 276S13 Grades 3-8: 9:45-10:45 am | 276S23

Youth Enrichment YOUTH Arts and Crafts Rainbow Candy Scene Mirabel’s World Ages 4-9 Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and Ages 4-9 violet! We’ll use marshmallows, sprinkles, Fruit Do you wish you were a part of the Madrigal Loops, frosting, and more to create a colorful family? Here’s your chance to discover your own candy scene with a 3D rainbow, as we explore the magical powers! In this enchanted camp, we’ll colors of the rainbow. Instructor: Kidcreate paint, sculpt, and sing some of your favorite Tue | Aug 1 | 9 am-Noon | 1 Session tunes while creating dazzling clay butterflies, HS Art Rm (Door G) | 247S6 | $49 $35 magical bedroom doors, Colombian rainforest creatures and more. Instructor: Kidcreate Nailed It! Tue/Wed | June 20 & 21 | 9 am-Noon | 2 Sessions HS Art Rm (Door G) | 247S2 | $110 $79 Ages 5-12 Creative kids: get ready to hone your artistic side Glow-In-The-Dark Art and your puzzle-solving skills! Like on the TV show Nailed It!, we’ll show you a final product Ages 4-9 and give you supplies to recreate it. You do the These projects will ROCK your world long after rest. Instead of baking, we’ll sculpt, paint, the lights go out: they glow-in-the-dark! Use a collage, and more. Complete challenges like variety of different art supplies like clay, paint creating a unicorn cake sculpture and painting a and luminescent materials to create art you can llama with a flower crown! Instructor: Kidcreate show off in the dark! Instructor: Kidcreate Tue/Wed | June 20 & 21 | 1-4 pm | 2 Sessions Wed/Thu | July 12 & 13 | 9 am-Noon | 2 Sessions HS Art Rm (Door G) | 247S3 | $110 $79 HS Art Rm (Door G) | 247S4 | $110 $79 Smart Art Don’t Bug Me Ages 5-12 Ages 4-9 We’ll prove that art is smart! Explore STEAM Did you know that 95% of all species on earth (Science-Technology-Engineering-Art-Math) are insects? Summer is here and the bugs are concepts in creative ways. Create masterpieces back! Learn cool facts about bugs while creating through experiential learning and messy fun! a bug filled snow globe. Instructor: Kidcreate Create lava lamps and mini playgrounds, learn about artists, and more! Instructor: Kidcreate Wed | Aug 2 | 9 am-Noon | 1 Session Wed/Thu | July 12 & 13 | 1 Session 11 HS Art Rm (Door G) | 247S8 | $49 $35 HS Art Room (Door G) | 247S5 | $110 $79 Note: Due to grant dollars, select youth enrichment classes are being offered at a discounted price! See full class descriptions and register online at biglakece.com. Questions? Call 763-262-2523

YOUTH Tie Dye Party “Bots Good” - Secrets of Electricity & Coding Ages 5-12 This is NOT a project you want your kids doing at Grades K-2 home! They can make a tie-dyed shirt that they This hands-on, electrical robotics class is a will wear all summer long. Children MUST bring great STEM introduction to coding! Dr. Fun their own white t-shirt. Instructor: Kidcreate will teach you to program your Bee-Bot, a bee- Thu | June 8 | 1 Session shaped robot, to navigate a maze using up to 40 HS Art Room (Door G) | 247S1 | $49 $35 different commands. Instructor: America’s Fun Science Fri | Aug 4 | 9-10 am | 1 Session HS Rm K100 (Door G) | 204S3 | $25 $19 12 Messes & Masterpieces Robotic Builders: Castles & Kingdoms Ages 5-12 Grades 1-4 What’s one thing all great artists have in Be creative as you explore and experiment with common? They make a mess! We’ll create robots. With the WeDo Robotic system, work in stunning masterpieces using some of the coolest, pairs to create, build, and program your own! messiest art techniques ever. Each masterpiece Instructor: Tech Academy will be inspired by a different master artist, Fri | Aug 11 | 9 am-2 pm | 1 Session from Picasso to Frida Kahlo. Kids, roll up your HS Rm K100 (Door G) | 205S3 | $95 $69 sleeves, because no masterpiece was ever made without making a mess! Instructor: Kidcreate Robotic Builders: Battlebots Tue/Wed | Aug 1 & 2 | 1-4 pm | 2 Sessions HS Art Rm (Door G) | 247S7 | $110 $79 Grades 1-5 Let the battles begin! Designed by the experts Art Camp at MIT, LEGO WeDo Robotics’ system teaches students about simple machines, engineering, Grades 3-7 and programming. Students will work in pairs to Are you looking to add some art into your construct a catapult, ninja star, tank, battle axe, summer? In this fun camp artists will use paper, crossbow, and more! Instructor: Tech Academy pastels, polymer clay, and paint to explore fun Fri | June 16 | 9 am-2 pm | 1 Session summer themes including bubbles, rainbows, HS Rm K100 (Door G) | 205S1 | $95 $69 and bird houses! Instructor: Samantha Glover Mon-Thu | July 17-20 | 1:30-3 pm | 4 Sessions “Floating Magnet Car Fun” HS Art Rm (Door G) | 202S2 | $55 $39 Grades 3-6 STEM “Dr. Fun”brings you a fun and interactive introduction to magnetic levitation car design Butterfly Wing Ornithopter Fun and construction. Learn the basics of magnetism and magnetic lift as you assemble your very own Grades K-2 Magnetic Levitation Car and race to the finish! America’s Fun Science teaches the basics of Instructor: America’s Fun Science Ornithopter design, and the theoretical basis Fri | June 30 | 9-10 am | 1 Session of lift created via flapping wings. “Dr. Fun” HS Rm K100 (Door G) | 204S1 | $25 $19 show you how to construct your own butterfly ornithopter and watch it fly! Then take it home NEW! Intro to Game Design to share with family and friends. Bring your favorite book to launch your Ornithopter! Grades 3-7 Instructor: America’s Fun Science If you like playing video games, you’ll love Fri | July 28 | 9-10 am | 1 Session designing them! Gain programming skills as you HS Rm K100 (Door G) | 204S2 | $25 $19 learn how to program your own video games. Create your world, populate it with characters, and play the games you create! No prior experience needed! Instructor: COR Robotics Mon-Wed | July 17-19 | 9 am-Noon | 3 Sessions Monticello Eastview Education Center Rm 401 259S5 | $105

NEW! Intro to Esports RC Wars YOUTH Grades 3-7 Grades 4-8 Turn your passion for video games into valuable Work in teams to build Remote Control vehicles life skills! Learn about the world of Esports and to race and battle against other teams in land about the many opportunities it offers. Play and air races, obstacle courses, and more! Along popular Esport games, compete with and against the way, you will learn mechanical and electrical each other in tournaments, and learn important building skills in an energetic and exciting lessons along the way. Instructor: COR Robotics environment. Instructor: COR Robotics Mon-Wed | July 17-19 | 1-4 pm | 3 Sessions Mon-Wed | June 12-14 | 1-4 pm | 3 Sessions Monticello Eastview Education Center Rm 401 HS Room K100 (Door G) | 259S2 | $105 259S6 | $105 Coding: Hacking Java Games Eureka Engineering Grades 4-8 Grades 3-7 Hack into the code of classic games! Learn Java Learn robotics and STEM skills through coding skills as you modify games like Asteroids, engaging, hands-on learning. Build robots Tetris, and Snake. This class is a staff and and watch them come to life in exciting and student favorite, loved by both coding beginners competitive challenges, such as drag racing and and experienced students alike! Requires good fighting robots! Work with both electrical and keyboarding skills. Instructor: Tech Academy mechanical components using Lego Mindstorm Fri | July 14 | 9 am-2 pm | 1 Session kits. Instructor: COR Robotics HS Rm K100 (Door G) | 205S2 | $95 $69 Mon-Wed | June 12-14 | 9 am-Noon | 3 Sessions HS Rm K100 (Door G) | 259S1 | $105 SSppaanniisshhwwiitthhAAnnaa Drone Programming Instructor: Ana Reeves Grades 3-8 Music with Ana Learn to program and fly drones! Perform aerial maneuvers with entry level, block based coding, Parent/Child Ages 1-5 and test out your new programming skills This fun class combines Latin music, dance and through a series of fun challenges. What better educational tools for learning. We will work on way to learn valuable 21st century programming emotional development, enhancing cognitive skills than through the fun and excitement of skills, balance and rhythm combining all this flying drones! Instructor: COR Robotics with a fun Latin style and Spanish words. Register parent’s name and child’s name. No Mon-Wed | June 26-28 | 9 am-Noon | 3 Sessions class July 3. Monticello Eastview Education Center Rm 401 Mon | June 19-Aug 7 | 9-10 am | 7 Sessions 259S3 | $105 HS Rm K108 (Door G) | 256S1 | $95 $69 Drone Photography Grades 3-8 Drone photograhy takes photos to new heights! Learn the basics of flying a photography drone, advanced techniques to improve the quality of your photos and videos, and how to use editing softwares. Instructor: COR Robotics Monticello Eastview Education Center Rm 401 13 259S4 | $105 See full class descriptions and register online at biglakece.com. Questions? Call 763-262-2523

YOUTH Lil’ Spanish with Ana Prairie Fire Children's Theatre \"Cinderella\" Ages 4-7 Se habla español? Learn Spanish basics and Ages 7-17 explore Latin music, folklore stories, and Join Prairie Fire to put on “Cinderella!” All Mexican culture through activities, games and students who register will be assigned a part. songs. Students MUST attend ALL rehearsals. Public Tue/Thu | June 13-29 | 9:30-10:30 am Performances will take place on Friday (7pm) 6 Sessions | HS Rm K108 (Door G) | 256S2 | $75 and Saturday (10am), see flyer below. $55 Mon-Sat | June 5-10 Tue/Thu | July 11-27 | 9:30-10:30 am Monticello HS Auditorium | 2635 | $49 6 Sessions | HS Rm K108 (Door G) | 256S3 | $75 Audition/Rehearsal Days: $55 Mon-Thu | June 5-8 | 12:30-4:30pm Performance Days: NEW! Spanish I with Ana Fri | Jun 9 | 12:30-10 pm Sat | Jun 10 | 8 am-12:30 pm Ages 8-12 Learn Spanish in a fun way! Learn about the KKSipittcachnheeisnnhCCwrrietehaattAiioonnnass wwiitthh MMiissss CChhaarr numbers, colors, seasons, months and more! Learn through music, stories and fun! Instructor: Charlene Bzdok Tue/Thu | June 13-29 | 11 am-Noon | 6 Sessions HS Rm K108 (Door G) | 256S4 | $75 $55 Summer Cookie Decorating Tue/Thu | July 11-27 | 11 am-Noon | 6 Sessions HS Rm K108 (Door G) | 256S5 | $75 $55 Grades K-8 Enjoy some summer cookie decorating with Theater friends! You will get to bring home beautifully decorated cookies to share with your family. A Theater Camp fun activity is planned while the cookies dry. Thu | June 15 | 9-10:30 am | 1 Session Grades 1-6 BLHS Life Skills Rm C112 (Door G) | 201S1 | $25 This week-long camp will encourage kids to $19 explore their creativity through theater and experience team building and putting on a show! Campers will learn acting, stage directions, and characterization in the body and voice with High School theater students and Big Lake’s Spring musical director in a fun and safe environment. At the end of the week long camp kids will put on a performance for the community. A portion of the proceeds will help support the HS musical fund.Instructor: Samantha Glover Mon-Fri | July 17-21 | 9 am-1 pm | 5 Sessions Fri | July 21 | 2 pm | Community Show HS Auditorium (Door B) | 202S1 | $79 14 Big Lake Community Ed Theater Public Performances You’re Invited! Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre: Performance Friday, June 9 (7 pm) and Saturday, June 10 (10 am) at the Monticello High School Auditorium. Tickets available at the door. Adults: $5 Students: $3 Ages 4 and Under: Free. Theatre Camp: Performance Friday, July 21 at 2 pm at the Big Lake High School Auditorium. Freewill donation, proceeds go to the HS musical fund.

Summer Fun Cake Pops Rubik’s Cube Challenge YOUTH Grades K-8 Grades 1-8 Combine cake crumbs and icing to create tasty Explore the world of speedcubing this summer! and beautiful cake pops! You will learn to read This course is perfect for cube enthusiasts of any and follow a recipe, how to melt candy melts, and level. Our World Cube Association speedcuber/ kitchen safety. You will get to take some tasty Rubik's ambassador will guide you through a treats home to share with your family! range of activities, including playing cubing Tue | July 11 | 12-1:30 pm games, building cube solving robots, creating HS Life Skills Rm C112 (Door G) | 20152 | $35 mosaics, and experimenting with the latest $25 official competition equipment. Instructor: Kristin Wiley, Cubed Communities Ice Cream Science Fri | June 9 | 9 am-Noon | 1 Session HS Room K100 (Door G) | 206S | $49 $35 Grades K-8 Have FUN while learning some science concepts (inquiry based). We will be using the simplest of techniques (freezer bags & ice) - but also teach other methods of the business in today’s world. Mon | Aug 7 | 12-1:30 pm | 1 Session HS Life Skills Rm C112 (Door G) | 201S3 | $35 $25 MSpisacneilslahnweiothusAna Babysitting 101 15 NEW! Piano Lessons Ages 10-13 years Learn current practices for safety, injury Ages 7-14 prevention, first aid basics, and feeding and In these 30 minute piano lessons for beginner caring for infants. Additionally, learn how to to intermediate players, students will learn handle behavior problems and how to manage a concepts like: proper piano technique, rhythm, babysitting business. You will receive a reference note reading, and music theory. Lessons will be book, handouts, babysitting bag and a first aid personalized based on the needs and learning kit. Instructor: Emergency Outfitters, Inc. style of each student. A $15 material fee will Thu | June 15 | 8:30 am-4 pm | 1 Session be paid to the instructor at the start of lessons HS Rm K101 (Door G) | 203S | $79 (music book). Instructor: Mackenzie Barth Tue | Aug 8 | 8:30 am-4 pm | 1 Session Wed | July 26-Aug 30 | Times Vary | 6 Sessions HS Rm K101 (Door G) | 203S1 | $79 HS Choir Room (Door G) | 215S | $195 F.A.S.T. Kids Staying Safe While Home GRASP! Online or Mail-in Reading & Alone Math Skills Summer Program Ages 8-10 years Grades K-8 This 4-hour course covers basic first aid, water GRASP is a reading and math correspondence safety, vehicle safety, home emergencies, injury program for grades K-8 (an on-line version is prevention, personal safety, and healthy living. also available for grades 4-8). GRASP provides 9 This course helps prepare children for staying lessons of review exercises, along with feedback at home alone. Students will receive a book on completed work, to help students retain skills and construct a home first aid kit. Instructor: over the summer. Register and submit payment Emergency Outfitters, Inc. by Apr 24. Submit all lessons before Aug 4. Mon | Aug 7 | 8:30 am-12:30 pm | 1 Session June 9-Aug 4 | Weekly (9 weekly packets) HS Rm K101 (Door G) | 203S2 | $59 Mail-in or Online | 260S $35 one subject, $65 both subjects Scan the QR code to register for classes today! See full class descriptions and register online at biglakece.com. Questions? Call 763-262-2523

YOUTH MS/HS Enrichment Intro to Digital Photography Math-By-Mail: MS & HS Prep Grades 7-12 Going into Grades 5-9 This course is an introduction to photography Receive self-paced math lessons, personalized with a specific focus on learning to use a DSLR to your needs, along with feedback. Curriculum camera, basic photographic skills, fundamental is based on MN State Standards, MCA aesthetics, how to use light to your advantage, strands, and MN Benchmark. Packets due Aug file management and editing images. Instructor: 11. Register by June 30. Instructors: Brent Samantha Glover Lackas & Tanya Ravnholdt  Mon-Tue | July 17-18 | 4-5:30 pm | 2 Sessions June-Aug | 8 Mail in packages | 265S | $95 HS Art Room (Door G) | 202S3 | $49 ZAPS - ACT Prep Firearm Safety In this test-prep seminar, learn strategies and Ages 11+ tips, take shortened practice tests, and prepare We will go over safe firearm handling and hunter for essay writing so you can gain confidence responsibility through classroom and field and reduce test anxiety! Includes a study guide experience. Class cost includes a registration fee and practice tests. Note: Class will be virtual of $7.50 payable to Community Ed and a DNR if participation requirements aren’t reached. fee of $7.50 due upon class completion. Students Instructor: Doorway to College. must attend all 6 classes, plus field day to earn Thu | June 8 | 9 am-3 pm | 1 Session their certificates. Instructor: Mike McDowell Class: HS Lecture Hall | 216S | $99 Mon-Wed | June 12-14 & June 19-21 | 6-8:30 pm Youth Development Youth Service 6 Sessions | HS Cafeteria (Door G) | 261S | $15 Field Day: Grades 9-12 Sat | June 24 | 10 am-12:30 pm YDYS is a fantastic program to bring Monticello Gun Club volunteerism into the school and community! Students have an opportunity to volunteer in Drivers Education various organizations and do service projects in the community and eventually letter! How Ages 14.5+ can you help out your school and community? 30 hours of classoom instruction and 6 hours of behind the wheel training. Dates and full class Community members/businesses: details available online. Looking for student volunteers? Contact Heidi Dehmer: 763-262-7183, [email protected] 16 Check out more Middle/High School classes in the Elementary Enrichment section (pg 11-15)! Piano Lessons, Babysitting, Prairie Fire Theatre, STEM classes, and more!

The mission and goal of the Big Lake Our 7 Core Principles Substance Prevention Coalition (BLSPC) is to reduce the rates of underage substance The guiding principles of our work. consumption in the community and to foster a healthy and positive environment BE POSITIVE for all who live and work in Big Lake. We are invested in our future through healthy youth and About Us community positivity. The Big Lake Substance Prevention Coalition was established in BE PRESENT 2021 under a five year grant awarded to Big Lake School District We acknowledge that most from the Minnesota Department of Human Services, Behavioral people are making good choices Health Division. As a group, the coalition works to correct and their influence affects misperceptions about the behaviors and attitudes of youth and others. adults surrounding underage substance use through the Positive Community Norms (PCN) framework. BE PERCEPTIVE We discover the strengths in PCN researchers have found that misperceptions held by our kids our community to help address and by our communities actually lead to more negative behavior. If concerns and create change. we think “everyone is doing it” we are more likely to do it because we want to be like everyone else. That’s why our PCN campaign is BE PURPOSEFUL so important! It lets our kids know that by NOT drinking alcohol, We seek to be intentional with they ARE like MOST of their friends! our actions and inclusive with our decisions, keeping our goals Join Us! in mind. Coalition meetings are currently held the first Thursday of the BE PERFECTED month. Contact the PCN Grant Coordinator for more information. We will strive to be better everyday and continually Becoming part of the BLSPC shows you are committed to inspiring improve our efforts. healthy decisions in young people. You can help make our area safer and healthier for you, your family, and all residents! BE PROACTIVE We will use community NICOLE SEAFOLK strengths, support, and PCN Grant Coordinator resources to invest in positive 763.262.5236 outcomes for our youth. [email protected] BE PASSIONATE We will listen to our youth and maintain the desire to make positive changes for them and our community. Funding for the Positive Community Norms Prevention Grant comes from the Minnesota Department of Human Services Behavioral Health Division.

YOUTH Youth Recreation GKSopitlacfnheisnhCwritehatAionnas with Miss Char AKSmpitacanhzeiisnnhgCwAritethhaltAeiotnenass with Miss Char Location: Monticello Country Club Instructor: Amazing Athletes (1209 Golf Course Rd, Monticello) Instructor: Professional Kristi Dostal Location: Green space between the MS/Tennis Courts Golf Camps Junior  Amazing Athletes Ages 6 + Join us for instruction on putting, chipping, Ages 2.5-6 full swing, etiquette, and rules. Along the way, Develop your child’s motor skills, hand-eye play skill-building games and contests! Campers coordination, cardiovascular fitness, and may play in the adult/junior tournament on more. We use fun activities and foster a non- Friday, Aug 4 (rain date: Aug 11). This class is competitive atmosphere so your child can for beginners with little to no experience.  develop their skills at their own pace. Each class Each class includes 3 sessions covers 2 different developmental sport lessons, Mon-Wed | June 12-14 | 9-11 am | 260S | $79 muscle identification, and fruit or vegetable Mon-Wed | June 19-21| 9-11 am | 260S1 | $79 introduction. Not meeting: July 5 Mon-Wed | July 10-12 | 9-11 am | 260S2 | $79 Mon-Wed | July 17-19 | 9-11 am | 260S3 | $79 Wed | June 14-July 12 | 9:30-10 am | 210S Mon-Wed | July 31-Aug 2 | 9-11 am | 260S4 | $79 4 Sessions | $69 Golf League Wed | July 19-Aug 9 | 9:30-10 am | 210S1 4 Sessions | $69 Ages 10+ 18 This fun league is for intermediate golfers with Amazing Athletes P.E. playing experience, and will emphasize course etiquette, rules and tournament formats. Grades K-2 This league is focused on helping kids see the Amazing Athletes P.E. is a game-based sports enjoyable side of golf. Participants may play in program designed to engage older children the adult/junior tournament on Friday, Aug 4 in active wellness through advanced physical (rain date: Aug 11). Not meeting: June 30. fitness challenges and interactive sports Fri | June 9-Aug 4 | 8:30-11 am lessons. Not meeting: July 5. 260S5 | 7 Sessions | $99 Wed | June 14-July 12 | 10-10:45 am 210S2 | 4 Sessions | $69 Wed | July 19-Aug 9 | 10-10:45 am | 210S3 4 Sessions | $69

DKSapitsachnheiSsnhpoCwrritteshaCtAioannmaspws ith Miss Char Soccer Camp YOUTH Instructor: Dash Sports Ages 5-12 Location: Independence Elementary STEM east Have a well-rounded soccer experience by playground green space learning and practicing key soccer skills, Look online for full descriptions and a list of training, and playing skill-based games. things to bring. Players will be challenged and grouped at an appropriate level in a fun, positive environment T-Ball Tykes while learning values of ‘Respect, Hustle, and Pride’. Athletes will showcase their skills in a Ages 2-6 scrimmage on the final day. Your child will learn and practice key elements Ages 5-7 of baseball in this fun introductory class. The Mon-Thu | July 10-13 | 9 am-1 pm | 4 Sessions final day of classes is ‘Game Day’ and athletes 272S4 | $129 will showcase their skills in a game environment. Ages 8-12 Parent participation is required for 2-3 years and Mon-Thu | July 10-13 | 1-4 pm | 4 Sessions is recommended as needed for 4-5 year olds. 272S5 | $129 Ages 2-3 Mon-Thu | June 19-22 | 4:30-5 pm | 4 Sessions Summer Flag Football Camp 272S2 | $75 Ages 4-6 Ages 5-12 Mon-Thu | June 19-22 | 5:15-6pm | 4 Sessions Enjoy a well-rounded football experience in 272S3 | $85 a fun, positive, and safe (little to no contact) environment. Learn key elements of the game, Soccer Tykes train, and play skill-based games. Students will be grouped and challenged at an appropriate Ages 2-6 level while learning values of ‘Respect, Hustle, Your child will learn and practice key elements and Pride’. Athletes will scrimmage to showcase of soccer and play skill-based games in this their skills on the last day. fun introductory class. Parent participation is Ages 5-7 required for 2-3 years and is recommended as Mon-Thu | July 17-20 | 9 am-12 pm | 4 Sessions needed for 4-5 year olds. 272S8 | $129 Ages 2-3 Ages 8-12 Mon-Thu | July 10-13 | 4:30-5 pm | 4 Sessions Mon-Thu | July 17-20 | 1-4 pm | 4 Sessions 272S6 | $75 272S9 | $129 Ages 4-6 Mon-Thu | July 10-13 | 5:15-6 pm | 4 Sessions Summer Multi-Sport (Full Day) 272S7 | $85 Ages 5-7 Summer T-Ball/Baseball Have fun learning key skills, training, and playing games in three sports: soccer, basketball, Ages 5-12 and flag football. Athletes will spend roughly 2 Learn and practice key skills of baseball through hours with each sport per day. Camp ends with training and playing skill-based games. Players scrimmages on the final day. will be grouped and challenged at an appropriate Mon-Thu | Aug 21-24 | 9 am-4 pm | 4 Sessions level in a fun, positive environment while 272S911 | $235 learning values of ‘Respect, Hustle, and Pride’. Camp ends with a scrimmage on the final day. T-Ball/Ages 5-7 yrs Mon-Thu | June 19-22 | 9am-12pm | 4 Sessions 272S | $129 Baseball/Ages 8-12 yrs Scan the QR code to register 19 Mon-Thu | June 19-22 | 1-4pm | 4 Sessions for classes today! 272S1 | $129 See full class descriptions and register online at biglakece.com. Questions? Call 763-262-2523

YOUTH Middle School Games Camp Football Ages 12-15 Grades K-8 Football Camps Stay connected and active this summer! Participate in a wide variety of fun games and K-8 campers will learn basic football skills fitness activities (ultimate frisbee, capture the at offensive and defensive positions. 7th and flag, kickball, soccer, and more!) Along the way, 8th-grade campers will learn about the varsity discuss the importance of leading healthy and offensive and defensive schemes. Register by active lifestyles. July 17 for a guaranteed t-shirt. Instructors: Mon-Thu | July 31-Aug 3 | 1-4 pm | 4 Sessions varsity coaching staff & high school players. 272S10 | $129 Mon-Thu | July 24-27 | 5-6:30 pm | 4 Sessions HS Practice Fields | 277S | $60 Evolution Tae Kwon Do Grades 9-12 Football Camps Location: 321 County Rd 43, Big Lake Instructor: Master Brandon Stein Prepare for the upcoming fall season in this full- Go online to register and view full class options pad camp. We will work on individual football skills as well as offensive and defensive schemes. Mini-Kickers Coach will email you regarding the date/time of camp/fall season equipment pickup. Register Ages 4-6 | Tue/Thu | 4:30-5 pm by July 17 for a guaranteed t-shirt. Instructors: This precursor to regular Tae Kwon Dow is football coaching staff. available for children ages 4-6. Your child will Mon-Thu | July 24-27 | 6:30-8:30 pm | 4 Sessions build a foundation for Tae Kwon Do training, HS Practice Fields | 277S1 | $80 while improving motor skills, memory, discipline, confidence and more. The material Miscellaneous is presented in fun formats to keep the child engaged while learning important physical and Track & Field Camp behavioral skills to develop good habits. Grades 1-6 Youth Tae Kwon Do Learn the world of Track and Field! Students will learn proper warm up and stretches, Ages 7-12 | Tue/Thu running technique, breathing, and participate 2:30-3:30 pm or 3:30-4:30 pm in track events ranging from short sprints Kids that can control their bodies can to longer paced runs. Athletes will also control their minds. Evolution Tae Kwon Do play outdoor games that focus on speed and challenges youth both physically and mentally endurance! (rain date: Friday Aug 4) Instructor: to help them achieve their true potential in Tanner Krutzig. daily life. Grades 1-3 Mon-Thu | July 31-Aug 3 | 8:30-9:30 am Adult Tae Kwon Do 4 Sessions | HS FB Field & Track | 267S3 | $39 Grades 4-6 Ages 13+ | Tue/Thu | 7-8 pm Mon-Thu | July 31-Aug 3 | 9:45-10:45 am Uncover your hidden six pack and get fit while 4 Sessions | HS FB Field & Track | 267S4 | $39 learning realistic techniques of Tae Kwon Do. Kumdo/Asian Fencing Ages 11+ | Mon/Wed | 7-8 pm The way of the Sword presents new opportunities for those interested in martial arts. Kum Do\\Kum Bub is uniquely rewarding because it is taught as a separate discipline. This class can be enjoyed by those with no Tae Kwon Do experience, as well as those experienced martial artists looking for a new challenge to expand their knowledge and skill. 20 Scan the QR code to register for classes today!

Horse Camps (Day and Week Long) Tennis Camp YOUTH Ages 2-18 Grades 2-12 New camps to choose from! Build friendships Tennis camp is a great opportunity for youger with fellow horse-loving peers in this structured students to get started in “the sport of a and positive environment. Descriptions and lifetime” and for older students to improve your dates are listed online. Instructor: Boulder skills before next season! Students will learn Pointe Equestrian & Event Center. the basics of this fun sport or brush up already- 6612 189th Ln NW, Anoka learned skills. Make-up day on Friday. Bring your own racquet and water bottle, we have a limited number of racquets available if you don’t have one. Instructor: Tanner Krutzig. Speed & Strength Conditioning Grades 2-4 Mon-Thu | July 10-27 | 11:30 am-12:45 pm Grades 5-12 12 Sessions | MS Tennis Cou rts | 267S | $89 Increase your competitive advantage through Grades 5-8 this program that combines traditional and Mon-Thu | July 10-27 | 10-11:30 am | 12 Sessions nontraditional strength and speed training, MS Tennis Courts | 267S1 | $139 athlete conditioning, and corrective exercise Grades 9-12 techniques. You'll become a tougher, more Mon-Thu, July 10-27 | 8:30-10 am | 12 Sessions durable and mentally tough athlete who is MS Tennis Courts | 267S2 | $139 stronger and faster. The program is designed using the latest research and utilizes the most Volleyball Skills effective training techniques. Male or female athletes can join any group in their age group. Grades 3-6 Not meeting: July 3-7. Instructor: AJ Sandford Build self-confidence, develop individual and and staff. team skills, and receive basic skill development Group 1 (Grades 9-12) while learning the fundamentals of volleyball. Mon-Thu | June 12-29 | 7-8:30 am | 24 Sessions Instructors: Rachel Leshovsky & Billeye Juarez. HS Weight Room/Field (Door M) | 269S | $129 Tue/Thu | June 20-29 | 3:30-5:30 pm | 4 Sessions Liberty Gym | 209S | $79 Tue/Thu | July 18-27 | 3:30-5:30 pm | 4 Sessions Liberty Gym | 209S1 | $79 Group 2 (Grades 9-12) Fencing Mon-Thu | June 12-29 | 8-9:30 am | 24 Sessions Grades 2-8 HS Weight Room/Field (Door M) | 269S1 | $129 Join us as we learn the basics of safe swordplay GH MrSoonWu-pTeh3igu(hG|tJrRuadnoeoesm152/-F-12i29elF|de9(m-D1a0ol:o e3rA0Matmh) l|e|2t26e49s)SS2es|s$io1n2s9 ieatsenncpvdhrifrnoeovinqnicdumieenedsgn.atiIn.nndYsatotrfruuuawnicntiaoltnlro:adclMasoocmitnlipenvaeeetrselnoe!tanAarenlSwliwensqogkuridlilppsml,abeyanstic Group 4 (Grades 5-8) Mon-Thu | June 12-29 | 10-11 am | 24 Sessions Mon-Fri | June 19-23 | 1:30-3 pm | 5 Sessions HS Weight Room/Field (Door M) | 269S3 | $129 Independence green space (Between MS and Independence) | 268S | $99 Girls and Boys Basketball Camps Grades K-12 Camps will focus on age-appropriate basketball fundamentals of shooting, proper footwork, ball handling, finishing, and moving without the ball. Full camp details (dates, times, sessions) will be available online. A t-shirt is included, so please include size when registering. Instructor: Coach Critchley and staff (boys camps), girls basketball staff (girls camps) 21 See full class descriptions and register online at biglakece.com. Questions? Call 763-262-2523

YOUTH ? Have Questions about a Signed up for a class? Class or Registration? Log on to your Eleyo account to review class Check out the FAQ on page 3! dates, times, and more! If you still have questions, call 763-262-2523 Make sure your contact information is up-to- date when you register. This will ensure good communication about class information! School Year Hours Monday-Friday 3:30-6:30 special hours during school breaks You Belong Here Youth Sports Associations Contact individual associations with questions and registration info. BL=Big Lake 22 BL Baseball Association BL Youth Wrestling BL Lacrosse biglakebaseball.com biglakewrestling.org sports.bluesombrero.com/ BL Fastpitch Association Great River Soccer Club biglakelax biglakefastpitch.com greatriversc.org Becker - Big Lake Youth BL JO Volleyball BL Bass Team Hockey biglakejo.weebly.com biglakebassteam.com beckerbiglakehockey.com BL Youth Football BL Youth Basketball BL Competition Cheer Association Association Facebook: Big Lake Hive biglakefootball.org blyba.com Cheerleading



YOUTH Aquatics 24 Seahorse 1 & 2 | Parent/Child Turtle 3 Ages 6 months-3 years Turtle Level 3 is a class designed for swimmers Parents remain in the water with their child and who are on the verge of passing onto our Otter work on body position, blowing bubbles, floating, level 1 class but just need a little more practice and entering/exiting the water on their own. on specific skills. You must contact Kaycee This class is intended for swimmers to learn to Taubert at [email protected] for be comfortable in the water and start to develop pre-approval in these classes. skills for swimming independently from a parent M-Th | June 5-15 | 9:30-10 am | 601S | $52 with assistance of a flotation device. M-Th | June 5-15 | 6:20-6:50 pm | 601S1 | $52 M-Th | June 5-15 | 10:50-11:20 am | 600S | $52 M-Th | June 5-15 | 6:20-6:50 pm | 600S1 | $52 Otter 1 (Level 1) Turtle Level 1 In the Otter 1 class, swimmers will be introduced to underwater streamline, swimming and Turtle Level 1 will focus on water exploration kicking longer distances, building on their with learning how to float, blow bubbles, push treading skills, and jumping in from the side and off the wall, kicking, and small distance forward swimming a certain distance. motion. Swimmers will learn personal water M-Th | June 5-15 | 10:05-10:45 am | 604S | $59 safety along with basic swim competency. M-Th | June 5-15 | 5:35-6:15 pm | 604S1 | $59 M-Th | June 5-15 | 9:30-10 am | 602S | $52 M-Th | June 5-15 | 6:55-7:35 pm | 604S2 | $59 M-Th | June 5-15 | 10:50-11:20 am | 602S1 | $52 M-Th | June 5-15 | 5-5:30 pm | 602S2 | $52 Otter 2 (Level 1 Advanced) M-Th | June 5-15 | 6:20-6:50 pm | 602S3 | $52 In this class, swimmers will explore Turtle Level 2 simultaneous arm and leg motions on their stomach and back. Swimmers will focus on body This class will build upon the class Turtle 1 position, control and directional change. allowing swimmers to swim and kick longer M-Th | June 5-15 | 10:05-10:45 am | 605S | $59 distances, submerge under the water to pick up M-Th | June 5-15 | 5:35-6:15 pm | 605S1 | $59 a ring from the bottom of the pool, and jump in M-Th | June 5-15 | 6:55-7:35 pm |605S2 | $59 from the side. The benchmarks for passing will be submerging underwater, swim to float, and Please do not arrive at the pool until you learning to jump and swim to safety. have received confirmation via email that M-Th | June 5-15 | 9:30-10 am | 603S | $52 your child is in a class. Your card will not M-Th | June 5-15 | 5-5:30 pm | 603S1 | $52 be charged until registration has been confirmed.

Dolphin 1 (Level 2) Shark 1 (Level 4) Stroke Improvement YOUTH Swimmers will develop stroke technique in Swimmers will learn all four competitive strokes front and backstroke and be introduced to the and work on how to improve their swimming breaststroke kick and diving. Swimmers will abilities. Swimmers will also be introduced to continue to build on their endurance by learning starts and turns while building their endurance rotary breathing. for Shark 2. M-Th | June 19-29 | 10:50-11:20 am | 606S | $59 M-Th | June 19-29 | 11:25 am-12:05 pm | 608S M-Th | June 19-29 | 6:20-7 pm | 606S1 | $59 $59 M-Th | June 19-29 | 7:05-7:45 pm | 608S1 | $59 Dolphin 2 (Level 3) Shark 2 (Level 5) Stroke Refinement This class will focus on stroke introduction and will continue with stroke technique and diving. In this advanced class, swimmers will refine their Swimmers will be introduced to the dolphin kick strokes and learn about competitive swimming. and timed swimming events. They will gain endurance and learn skills on how M-Th | June 19-29 | 10:50-11:20 am | 607S | $59 to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle. M-Th | June 19-29 | 6:20-7 pm | 607S1 | $59 M-Th | June 19-29 | 11:25 am-12:05 pm | 609S $59 M-Th | June 9-29 | 7:05-7:45 pm | 609S1 | $59 More Aquatics Classes Available Online Session 1 (June 19-29 for Dolphin and Shark classes, June 5-15, for all other classes) offerings are listed in this catalog. July and August dates are online at biglakece.com. If the class you’ve selected is filled, put your child’s name on the waitlist. Enrollment numbers will be evaluated and classes may be added closer to the start date. Swim level is more about skill than age. If you are unsure of your child’s swim level, please contact [email protected] for verification. Kids Club Swimming Lessons Kids Club Swimming Lessons are for those child care participants during summer 2023 child care programming. In order to qualify for these lessons, students must be signed up for child care on every day of the Kids Club swim lessons. Childcare staff will walk students to and from these lessons (families are not required to attend). Please drop your child off at child care on swim lesson days no later than 7:30 am, dressed in their swim gear (suits, towels, goggles). For more information and to register, go online to biglakece.com. Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 June 5-15 | M-Th | 8-9:15 am June 19-29 | M-Th | 8-9:15 am July 10-20 | M-Th | 8-9:15 am Use our Pool! Programming Notes/Reminders 25 Water aerobics, open swim, and lap swim All aquatics classes are held in the pool at Big available for all community members on select Lake High School. Enter door M, and come Saturdays. See page 36 for more information! dressed in your suit with a towel. No need to Private lessons may be available upon request. bring anything else. Contact Kaycee to learn more. Progress reports and end of session reports The pool is also available for pool parties! For will be sent out digitally. Make sure your $169, have a 2-hour party for up to 25 of your emails are accurate while registering. friends. Contact Kaycee for more information. Kaycee’s Email: [email protected] Classes are not meeting the week of July 3-7. See full class deRsecgrispteiornosnalinde raetgbisigtlearkoencelin.ceoamt.bQiguleaskteiocne.sc?omC.aQllu7e6st3io-n2s?62C-a2ll 57623-262-2523

YOUTH Gymnastics Parent/Child Gymnastics Beginner Gymnastics Ages 18 months-3 years Ages 7-8 Work together with your child as you practice This class is for ages 7-8. You will practice different activities such as walking on a beam, gymnastics skills and terminology on all four forward and backward rolls, wall walkers, events. jumps, bear crawls, and so much more! One adult Mon | Jun 12-Jul 17 | 5:30-6:15 pm | 503S | $67 must participate with each child. Mon | Jun 12-Jul 17 | 6:30-7:15 pm | 503S1 | $67 Wed | Jun 14-Jul 19 | 5:30-6:15 pm | 500S | $69 Mon | Jun 12-Jul 17 | 7:30-8:15 pm | 503S2 | $67 Thu | Jun 15-Jul 20 | 5:00-5:45 pm | 500S1 | $69 Intermediate Gymnastics Preschool Gymnastics Ages 8+ Ages 4-5 This class is for children ages 8 and older. You This class is for independent child participation. will practice gymnastics skills and terminology The class will help with coordination and body on all four events. awareness. Your child will go through many Mon | Jun 12-Jul 17 | 5:30-6:15 pm | 504S | $67 activities learning basic gymnastics skills. Mon | Jun 12-Jul 17 | 6:30-7:15 pm | 504S1 | $67 Children must be potty trained and a parent Mon | Jun 12-Jul 17 | 7:30-8:15 pm | 504S2 | $67 must remain for the duration of class. Wed | Jun 14-Jul 19 | 6:30-7:15 pm | 501S | $69 Thu | Jun 15-Jul 20 | 4-4:45 pm | 501S1 | $69 Beginner Gymnastics Ages 5-6 This class is for ages 5-6. You will practice gymnastics skills and terminology on all four events. Mon | Jun 12-Jul 17 | 5:30-6:15 pm | 502S | $67 Mon | Jun 12-Jul 17 | 6:30-7:15 pm | 502S | $67 Mon | Jun 12-Jul 17 | 7:30-8:15 pm | 502S | $67 26 All gymnastics classes are held at the BLHS Auxiliary Gym. Enter Door M, the smaller parking lot by the District Office Entrance.

Advanced Gymnastics Pre-Team YOUTH Ages 8+ | Pre-approval needed Ages 4.5-7 | Pre-approval needed This class serves those who no longer fit in the This group is for ages 4.5-7 and is by invitation intermediate level class and is by instructor only, based on coaches recommendation. invitation only. Recommendations are based on continued Do not register for this class until you have participation in Community Ed classes, love for been preapproved by a coach. You must list the gymnastics, strength, flexibility, skill level, and name of the coach’s referral when registering. need for a challenge and commitment beyond Questions? Please email their current class. This session is for invited [email protected]. students who want to participate for June- Wed | Jun 14-Jul 19 | 7:30-8:45 pm | $505S | $91 Aug, resulting in an invitation to Competitive Wed | Jul 26-Aug 23 | 7:30-8:45 pm | $505S1 | $91 Team, a Community Ed class recommendation, or continuing in the Pre-Team setting based on their interest, progress, and performance during this school year. Pre-approval is needed to take this class. Please email [email protected] High School Team Off-Season Training Grades 7-12 Contact Amy Hedberg at: cegymnastics@ biglakeschools.org with class questions. Skills practiced in this class include full twisting and flipping vaults, handstand skills and releases on bars, flight series on beam and twisting on floor. Congrats State Champs! A special shout out to the Big Lake Hornets High School Gymnastics team for taking home the 2023 MNHSL Class A State Title! More Gymnastics Classes Available Online Register Early! Gymnastic classes fill quickly! If a class is full, 27 put your child on the waiting list. Classes are changed/added closer to the first class date. GymSeneafsRutleilcgcsilsaCtselsardsoesnselcsinrFiepitlaliotQnbusiigcalkan,kdRerceeegg.icsistotemerr.oEQnaluinreelsyta!itoQbnuisge?lsatkEioemcneas.?iclocEmemg. yQamiulencsaetsigotynicmss?n@[email protected]

ADULTS Adult Enrichment 28 Arts and Creative Dog Obedience NEW! Monticello Community Strings Location: Monticello Dog Academy 4300 School Blvd Monticello Looking for a fun orchestra to play with this Enter the lower level of the building summer? Join the Monticello Community Instructor: Andrea Dubay Strings! We have 3 groups based on experience. Class dates & times are available online. Advanced players can play with the beginner *Basic immunizations per your veterinarians or intermediate groups for no extra charge. protocol is required A season-ending evening concert will happen July 27 in the Monticello HS Auditorium. Puppy Kindergarten | Ages 12+ Instructors: Kara Mather, Michelle Schettler- Stein, & Rachel Vannett. Not meeting July 4. Ages 9 wks-6 mo Beginners: 1-3 years experience Teach your puppy basic obedience commands Intermediate: 2-3 years experience with the guidance of an expert trainer. Your pup Advanced: 4+ years experience will learn how to sit, stay, lay down and more! Beginner/Intermediate Playtime will take place to help puppies learn Tue | June 13-July 25 | 6-7:15 pm | 7 Sessions appropriate social skills. Monticello HS Band Room | 264S1 | $40 Advanced Basic Dog Obedience | Ages 12+ Tue | June 13-July 25 | 7:30-9 pm | 7 Sessions Monticello HS Band Room | 264S2 | $40 Ages 4 mo+ We work on basic obedience commands NEW! Textured Painting 101 such as heel, sit, stay, come, stand and down. All training is done on leash. Collar Make your own 3D painting that has a fun recommendations will be made by the instructor texture you can touch! Learn to mix various based on each dog's individual temperament. mediums with paint, techniques for applying directly onto canvas, and more. Includes all NEW! Adult Scholarships supplies. Instructor: Stephanie Webster Wed | July 26 | 6-9 pm | 1 Session New for summer, we are offering scholarships HS Art Room (Door G) | 271S | $39 for a select number of adult enrichment classes through a pay-what-you-can pricing Scan the QR code to register model. For eligible classes, 3 prices are listed. for classes today! Please pay what you are able.

Gardening ADULTS Instructor: Quincy Sadowski (Local Horticulture Extension Educator) NEW! Where Do I Start? It can be overwhelming to start gardening. Learn the basics of how to understand your garden space, choose plants, and more. Wed | June 7 | 6:30-7:30 pm | 1 Session NEW! Composting & Vermicomposting 29 HS Room K100 (Door G) | 275S1 | $5/$9/$15 Composting allows naturally occurring microbes NEW! Container Gardens to convert yard waste to a useful organic soil amendment or mulch. Vermicomposting is Gardens come in all sizes. Learn about different composting done with worms. In this class, ways to have container gardens. Not only will you’ll learn about both methods and create your you learn design tips but create your own own worm bins to bring home. For both adults container garden to bring home. For both adults and youth (parent/child). and youth (parent/child). Wed | July 19 | 6:30-7:30 pm | 1 Session Wed | June 14 | 6:30-7:30 pm | 1 Session HS Room K100 (Door G) | 275S6 | $19/person HS Room K100 (Door G) | 275S2 | $55/person NEW! Tree Health NEW! Popular Plants & Their Native Alternatives Insects and diseases can cause stress for our trees, but as homeowners we can help. Learn If you have a goal to integrate more native plants principles of integrated pest management to in your, come learn about some alternatives to help you better manage pests and diseases. popular plants. Some popular plants might not Wed | Sept 6 | 6:30-7:30 pm | 1 Session be best suited for Minnesota weather. Native HS Room K100 (Door G) | 275S7 | $5/$9/$15 plants, in the right location, can handle our environment. NEW! Common Fruit and Vegetables Wed | June 21 | 6:30-7:30 pm | 1 Session Pest and Disease HS Room K100 (Door G) | 275S3 | $5/$9/$15 This time of year, vegetable and fruit plants can NEW! Beneficial & Harmful Insects look tired or have pest problems. Learn how to identify and solve some of the common issues. Minnesota is home to thousands of species Wed | Aug 9 | 6:30-7:30 pm | 1 Session of insects. Some are pests, while others can HS Room K100 (Door G) | 275S8 | $5/$9/$15 be beneficial. How can we help support our beneficial insects? Can we manage the pests? NEW! How to Create a Moon Garden This presentation will give a broad overview to the types of insects most often encountered in Creating gardens with a theme can be fun and Minnesota backyards. bring a creative flare! Come learn about plant Wed | June 28 | 6:30-7:30 pm | 1 Session and design ideas for a moon theme garden. HS Room K100 (Door G) | 275S4 | $5/$9/$15 Wed | Aug 23 | 6:30-7:30 pm | 1 Session HS Room K100 (Door G) | 275S9 | $5/$9/$15 NEW! Pollinators & Pollinator Gardens NEW! Herb Gardens Pollinators have been a hot topic. Why are pollinators important? How can we help support Herb gardens can bring home cooked meals to the pollinators? How do we create pollinator a new level. Learn some design ideas and herbs gardens? Learn this and more. that can work indoors or outdoors. You will leave Wed | July 12 | 6:30-7:30 pm | 1 Session with your own container herbs. HS Room K100 (Door G) | 275S5 | $5/$9/$15 Wed | Aug 30 | 6:30-7:30 pm | 1 Session HS Room K100 (Door G) | 275S10 | $39 For full class descriptions and to register, visit biglakece.com. Questions? Call 763-262-2523

ADULTS Health, Finance, and Lifestyle 4 hr Refresher or 8 hr Initial Driver Safety NEW! College Planning 101 Ages 55+ Learn the basics of funding a college education Explore changes in laws and learn about the and put yourself in control of the college latest vehicle technologies, easy-to-use defensive planning process. Instructor: Kyle Barck, driving techniques, and traffic safety and Thrivent Financial. accident prevention. Complete these courses Tue | Aug 22 | 6:30-7:30 pm | 1 Session and you could receive a 10% reduction on your HS Room K108 (Door G) | 225S1 | $5/$9/$15 automobile insurance premiums! This class is offered through MN Safety Center and taught by MN Safety Center trainers. Please call 1-888- 234-1294 to register & pay. Location: Big Lake City Hall (160 Lake St N, Big Lake) Mon | May 1 (4 hr) 12-4 pm Mon/Tue | June 19-20 (8 hr) 12-4 pm Wed | June 21 (4 hr) 12-4 pm Tue | Sep 26 (4 hr) 12-4 pm 30 Savvy Social Security How to Win with Investment Properties Learn how to maximize your Social Security Considering becoming a landlord or investing benefits, including five factors to consider in real estate? Learn about opportunities in when deciding when to apply for benefits, how today’s Twin Cities marketplace, how to analyze to minimize taxes on Social Security benefits, a property, tax considerations, and things to and how to coordinate Social Security with your put in a lease. We review all aspects of becoming other sources of retirement income. Instructor: a landlord from buying, selling, and renting. Kyle Barck, Thrivent Financial. Instructor: John Mazzara. Tue | May 16 | 6:30-7:30 pm | 1 Session Wed | Aug 2 | 6-8 pm | 1 Session HS Room K108 (Door G) | 225S | $5/$9/$15 HS Room K108 (Door G) | 226S2 | $5/$9/$15 Medicare 101 Zoom Powerpoint Introduction to Senior Housing Presentation MN. Senior LinkAge Learn about alternatives to single family Online living, ranging from cooperatives to subsidized Medicare is a federal health insurance program apartments to independent living or assisted that covers millions of people 65+ and people living housing complexes. Come with your with disabilities. Understanding it can be questions. Instructor: John Mazzara. overwhelming. Join Minnesota’s Senior LinkAge Wed | Aug 30 | 6-8 pm | 1 Session for a FREE virtual presentation. Contact Senior HS Room K108 (Door G) | 226S3 | $5/$9/$15 LinkAge for dates. Call 1-800-333-2433 to register (link will be emailed upon registration). High School Construction Downsizing in the Current Housing Due to ongoing construction at Market Big Lake High School, please be sure to enter through the door Thinking about downsizing but don’t know listed in the class description for where to start or what your options are? This classes in that building. Signs is the class for you. In addition, you will gain will direct you to the right room. access to: preferred service providers and discount coupons, a no cost home evaluation, Note: Pay-what-you can pricing model for and recommended suggestions to make it more select adult enrichment classes. See pg 28 for saleable. Instructor: John Mazzara details. Wed | June 21 | 6-8 pm | 1 Session HS Room K108 (Door G) | 226S1 | $5/$9/$15 Scan the QR code to register for classes today!

Virtual Social Media ADULTS NEW! Virtual Social Media NEW! Cell Phones & Parenting - Oh My! Instructor: Social Club Simple, Nickie Welsh This class will help you keep your child safe on NEW! Social Media for Business their phones. You will learn recommended safety settings on popular social media apps, parental Driving new customer traffic to your website apps for your child’s smartphone, and more! We and promoting your business is imperative in simplify complicated technology so you and your today’s world. Don’t let your skillset or company child can use the phone safely without worry. get left behind because you don’t know the key Thu | June 1 | 12-1 pm | 1 Session social media rules! Learn how to craft a simple Virtual | 266S5 | $9/$19/$25 but effective social media marketing strategy without technology overwhelm. Other Thu | May 11 | 12-1 pm | 1 Session Virtual | 266S1 | $9/$19/$25 Fostering? Is This For You… NEW! Grow Your Business with Do you live in Sherburne County and have an Instagram interest in foster parenting? Join our meeting as we present about the licensing process and What can you do on Instagram that can result in answer your questions. A currently licensed and huge growth for your customer base and sales? experienced Foster Provider will talk about their We’ve got the answers in this fun beginner level experiences. Instructor: Chelsea Doherty class! Uncover tricks to creating quality content Mon | May 16 | 6-7:30 pm | 1 Session and learn the steps to grow your business and The HUB 11952 Hancock St SE, Becker, MN improve the bottom line using Instagram. 243S | FREE: Must Register Tue | May 16 | 12-1 pm | 1 Session Virtual | 266S2 | $9/$19/$25 NEW! Help with Snapchat We will cover everything adults need to know about Snapchat. Stay up to date in today’s digital world with this fun and informational class. Learn the app fundamentals (basic features, how it is used, etc.), how to set up safety features, how to check for profile details, and about advertiser targetting. Thu | May 18 | 12-1 pm | 1 Session Virtual | 266S3 | $19 NEW! A Parent’s Guide to TikTok 3rd Wednesday Book Club Have you heard about TikTok? In this fun class Read the monthly book selection and join us for we’ll take a look at the fastest growing social discussion. If you haven’t read the book, join media app that is paving the future of social anyway. We meet every third Wednesday of the media. Learn how it’s used and how you can help month at 5:30 pm at the library. Stop by the Big your kids stay safe while on it. Lake Library to sign up and ask about details/ Tue | May 23 | 12-1 pm | 1 Session current book titles. Registration is required. Virtual | 266S4 | $9/$19/$25 Teach a Class/Share Ideas! Do you have a skill or passion you would like 31 to share? Or do you have a great class idea? Email [email protected]. We would love to hear from you! For full class descriptions and to register, visit biglakece.com. Questions? Call 763-262-2523

ADULTS Adult Fitness 32 NEW! Happy Hour HIIT Nordic Walking is one of the best full body, low impact fitness activities. Benefits include: Your local HIIT class is here! Keep your heart improved posture, core strength, heart health, healthy with interval cardio in this NEW fun weight management, bone density, confidence, party-like energetic training class, complete with less pain, and more! Instructor: Linda Lemke. great music to keep the energy flowing. Build muscle, burn fat, and boost metabolism. Come be Taste of Nordic Walking part of this amazing community! No class July 5. Instructor: Julie Anderson. Turn your everyday “vanilla” walk into a “hot Wed | June 7-July 26 | 5:45-6:30 pm | 8 Sessions fudge sundae” walk. Start out in the Liberty HS Weight Room (Door M) | 236S1 | $105 gym for a quick tutorial, then go walk outside. FREE, but bring a food shelf donation. Pound Fitness Mon | May 22 | 6-7 pm | 1 Session Liberty | 245S1 | Free Beginner POUND is a full-body aerobic jam session that combines low resistance with Nordic Walking - Fitness, Posture and persistent simulated drumming. It is suitable Well Being! for all fitness levels, and incorporates cardio, isometric exercises, and plyometrics, into a In the first class, learn the basics of nordic single set of poses and movements. No class July walking. In the next class, have time to practice 3. Instructor: Julie Anderson. and build confidence! All fitness levels welcome. Mon | June 5-July 31 | 5:30-6 pm | 8 Sessions Thu | June 15-22 | 6-7 pm | 2 Sessions HS Rm 103 (Door G) | 236S | $95 Highline Park (5369 Highland Trail, Big Lake) 245S2 | $19 Pickleball 101 - Beginner Camp Evolution Tae Kwon Do Pickleball is a growing sport for all ages. Learn the basic rules, skills, and strategies of the game. Evolution Tae Kwon Do in Big Lake has classes If you are new to the sport, this class will help open to adults! Go online (biglakece.com) to you navigate the basic what, where, and how of register and see full class dates and times. pickleball. Bring your own equipment if you have Class descriptions and general it. See you on the courts! class times on page 20. Mon-Thu | July 17-20 | 7:30-8:30 am | 4 Sessions Tae Kwon Do MS Tennis Courts | 248S | $29 Kumdo/Asian Fencing Mon-Thu | July 24-27 | 7:30-8:30 am | 4 Sessions MS Tennis Courts | 248S1 | $29 For full class descriptions and to register, visit biglakece.com. Questions? Call 763-262-2523

Trips ADULTS Pearl of the Lake (Lake Pepin Cruise) NEW! Mississippi River 100-Mile River 33 Cruise (Dubuque to Quad Cities) We are pleased to offer more day trips to the surrounding areas! Trips will leave from Registration Deadline: Aug 7 Eastview Community Education in Monticello. Board the Celebration Belle in Dubuque, IA for the 100 mile Mississippi River all day cruise! Wisconsin Dells Overnight Other stops include: John Deere Pavilion (Moline, IL), the Mississippi River Museum, and Registration Deadline: Apr 16 3 historic sites in Dubuque. Join us for a fun and relaxing Wisconsin Dells Wed-Fri | Sept 13-15 | 239S5 overnight! Highlights include: a historic trolley $725/person/double rm | $850/person/single rm ride, an Upper Dells Boat Tour cruise, a show at the state-of-the-art Palace Theater, and time to Lake Pepin Cruise (Pearl of the Lake) shop and explore downtown Wisconsin Dells. Thu-Fri | May 25-26 | 239W4 Registration Deadline: June 12 $898/person/double rm | $514/person/single rm Enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Pepin and the Mississippi River aboard Pearl of the Lake, a replica of the grand riverboats that traveled the Hudson, WI Lunch Cruise river in the 1800’s. True to tradition, Pearl of the Lake’s only means of propulsion is the twin Registration Deadline: May 15 paddlewheels in the stern. Enjoy the natural Travel to Hudson, WI for a boat ride along the beauty of the river valley and learn about the scenic St. Croix River shores aboard the Afton history of the river. Lunch is included. Princess. View the rugged landscapes, majestic Wed | July 12 | 9 am-5:15 pm | 239S3 | $99 views, woodlands, and wildlife. On-board lunch buffet included. Afterwards, browse the unique Minneapolis Queen Lunch Cruise and eclectic shops in historic downtown Hudson. Tue | Jun 13 | 9:15 am-4:45 pm | 239S2 | $99 Registration Deadline: July 9 Experience the history and stories of beautiful 2023 Premier Travel Trips downtown Minneapolis aboard the Minneapolis Queen. Travel along the trails of the Heritage • Hawaii: Feb 21-Mar 1 Trail and Grand Rounds Scenic Byway, past the • Iceland: June 7-13 U of M riverfront, and under the stunning 35W • Cape Cod: July Bridge, while taking in the sights of river bluffs, • Pacific Coast: Aug St. Anthony Falls, and the Stone Arch Bridge. • Utah National Parks: Sept Tue | Aug 8 10:30 am-2:45 pm | 239S4 | $99 • Montreal/Quebec: Dec Contact us or go online to learn more. For full class descriptions and to register, visit biglakece.com. Questions? Call 763-262-2523

ADULTS Opening Doors Looking beyond disabilities...focusing on abilities Opening Doors is a program for anyone 16+ years of age who has a disability, and offers activities and classes for surrounding school districts. Register for Opening Doors classes through Buffalo Community Ed at: bhmschools.ce.feepay.org, or call 763-682-8770. Foot Relief 4th of July Krispies After a long winter, give those feet some relief Come and create an easy treat to add to your July before sandal season. We will soak our feet in celebrations. Red, white and blue will carry us a lovely scented warm water and Epsom salt through! mixture. You will get to take home your own foot Wed | June 28 | 6-7 pm | 1 Session tub and salt! Big Lake HS Life Skills Rm C112 | S303BL | $9 Tue | June 6 | 6-7 pm | 1 session Big Lake HS Life Skills Rm C112 | S300BL | $9 Pizza Making Blissful Bird Feeder Join us for an evening of pizza making. We will supply the ingredients and you supply the Bird watching can be a great summer pastime. creative ideas and a little energy. While the pizza We will make a bird feeder for you to take home bakes, we will get our bodies moving by walking a so that you can attract those feathered friends. lap or 2 around the building. Thu | June 15 | 6-7 pm | 1 session Thu | July 6 | 6-7 pm | 1 session Big Lake HS Rm K101 | S301BL | $9 Big Lake HS Life Skills Rm C112 | S304BL | $9 34 Flip Flop Fun We will dazzle your footwear and friends with this exciting new class! Assorted beads and gems will be glued onto a pair of flip flops for you to keep or give as a gift. Each pair is personalized with sparkles and happiness. Tue | June 20 | 6-7 pm | 1 session Big Lake HS Rm K101 | S302BL | $9

Beach Bash Cucumber Bite, an August Appetizer ADULTS Come hang out at the beach with us. We will have Cool down from summer heat with refreshing some fun outdoor activities, a tropical snack, cucumber appetizers. Put them together and beverage and music by the beach boys! eat them in class, and bring the remaining ones Tue | July 11 | 6-7 pm | 1 session home! We will have time for a game of cards too. Big Lake HS outdoor space near Door G (rain Wed | Aug 9 | 6-7 pm | 1 session backup K101) | S305BL | $9 Big Lake HS Life Skills Rm C112 | S308BL | $9 Therapeutic Coloring Games Galore You don’t need to be an artist to reap the Game night with friends is great! We’ll have benefits of art. Coloring is a great way to reduce lots of board games to choose from. Have fun, stress and assist in relaxation. Adult color books socialize, take turns and be good sports! are provided for you to take home so you can Wed | Aug 16 | 6-7 pm | 1 session continue to enjoy the pleasure of art in your life. Big Lake HS Rm K101 | S309BL | $9 Wed | July 19 | 6-7 pm | 1 session Big Lake HS Rm K101 | S306BL | $9 Cap Creation Bring your own cap and create a stunning new look. We’ll provide puffy paints, fabric markers, and sparkles! Hats off to this project! Tue | Aug 22 | 6-7 pm | 1 session Big Lake HS Rm K101 | S310BL | $9 Summertime Bingo B-I-N-G-O spells an evening of summer fun. Join us and your friends for prizes, laughs, and pizza! Fri | June 30 | 6-7:30 pm | 1 session Big Lake HS Rm K101 | S330BL | $10 Fri | July 28 | 6-7:30 pm | 1 session Big Lake HS Rm K101 | S340BL | $10 Fri | Aug 25 | 6-7:30 pm | 1 session Big Lake HS Rm K101 | S350BL | $10 Mac & Cheese from Scratch Enjoy putting this favorite dish together without using the box. A yummy & gooey experience is waiting for you. Tue | July 25 | 6-7 pm | 1 session Big Lake HS Life Skills Rm C112 | S307BL | $9 UNO & Ice Cream-Celebrate National Scan the QR code to register Night Out 2023! for opening doors classes today! Celebrate National Night out! Connect with your neighbors for a night of UNO and an ice cream treat. What more could you want- a cool treat with great friends! Tue | Aug 1 | 6-7 pm | 1 session Big Lake HS Life Skills Rm C112 | S308BL | $9 High School Construction/Location Information 35 Due to ongoing construction, please enter Door G on the back side of Big Lake High School for all OpeningFoDr ofuollrcslacslassdseessc.riSptiigonnss awnidlltoberepgoisstteer,dvdisiitrbecigtlainkegcye.ocuomto. Qyuoeusrtiocnlass?s.Call 763-262-2523

ADULTS Adult Basic Education ABE is a free Basic Skills program to help adults, ages Work one-on-one with staff to acquire or 17 years and older, improve math and literacy skills for work, prepare for the GED test, training, college or personal learn English, and enrichment. improve basic skills, such as literacy GED (General Education Development) and math. This program is available to ages 17+ who would like to earn their GED, which is equivalent to a high school diploma. ESL (English as a Second Language) Adults learn skills in listening, conversation, reading and writing English. Multi-level and advanced classes available. 36 Contact Information For more information about Big Lake’s Adult Basic Education program, call 763-262-2523. Volunteer or Work with West ABE! ABE and ESL programs welcome your help! There are numerous volunteering and paid positions available through the West Basic Education Consortium. Call 763-272-2040 for more information. Experience is not needed for volunteers, and training is provided. For upcoming trainings, visit: mnliteracy.org/volunteers/training.

On behalf of the “Big Lake Beyond The Yellow Ribbon” Community We thank you all for your service to our Country, City & Citizens! What is a Yellow Ribbon Community? A Yellow Ribbon Community unites all areas within a community to create a comprehensive network that connects and coordinates agencies, organizations, resources and employers for the purpose of proactively supporting Servicemembers and Military families. Some examples of assistance provided to veterans or military families in Big Lake • Development & establishment of the Big Lake Veterans Memorial • Emergency temporary lodging • Yard debris cleanup for elderly or disabled veterans • Yard work or snow removal of families of deployed soldiers • Small monetary donations for home repairs, appliances & life necessities Are you a Veteran, Active Military or their family who could use assistance with a problem? Are you a community member that wants to get involved in a patriotic group to give back? If so, we may be able to assist or will connect you to an agency, group or business to help! Contact- Big Lake Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Big Lake BTYR – P.O. Box 212 – Big Lake, MN 55309 [email protected] – biglakebtyr.com – Join us: Every third Monday of the Month at Big Lake American Legion at 6:30pm Big Lake Farmers Market Wednesdays | June - August | 3-7 p.m. Wednesdays | September | 3-6 p.m. Lakeside Park Free parking | Local products | Food trucks | Live music biglakemn.org



Policies and Disclaimers Photo/Video: Through class registration, participants give permission to Big Lake Community Education to Registration: Full payment is due at registration to photograph and/or videotape class and use materials confirm your seat. Cash, check (paid to BLCE), or for promotion purposes on our own and local media credit card are accepted. Some class offerings may have channels without any obligation to obtain prior consent delayed billing and will be noted accordingly. Upon or to provide compensation to those photographed/ successful registation, you will receive a confirmation videotaped. If you don’t want this to occur, you must email. You do not have to be a Big Lake resident to inform us in writing at the time of registration. participate in classes. Cancellations: Community Education reserves the right Scholarships: Scholarships are available for qualified to cancel any activity due to insufficient enrollment, classes and individuals. Contact Community Education inclement weather, pool issues, etc. Every effort will for eligibility requirements. be made to contact registrants 48 hours before the Waitlists: When a class fills, waitlists are created. Spots scheduled start of the activity via email. are reserved in the order they are received. If there is Transportation: Transportation for youth enrichment enough interest, we will try to offer another session. and recreation classes is not provided between schools. If you are on the waitlist and a spot opens up, we will Catalog Disclaimer: While every effort has been made contact you. Your card will not be charged until you are to ensure timely accuracy of this publication, policies formally enrolled in the class. and class offerings occasionally change. If you have a Refunds: If Community Education initiates a class question about a policy or class, contact Community cancellation, a full refund will be issued. Please allow Education for the most up to date information. 2-3 weeks refund if paid by cash or check. Persons Class Disclaimers: Fitness and other activity classes can withdrawing from a class/activity at least 3 days be strenuous and cause injury. By registering you agree before will be refunded, minus a $7 processing fee. to release Big Lake Schools and its employees of all Class fees cannot be prorated for any reason. There liability of accidents or injuries incurred during a class will be NO refunds after classes have started or for by yourself and/or listed participants. weather-related closings. If a second class in a session is Non-endorsement/Paid advertisements: Community canceled, we make every effort to offer a make-up class. Education does not endorse the opinions/business If you need to cancel a registration, call (763- 262-2523) affiliations of the instructors used or the organizations or email ([email protected]) us as soon as possible. who pay to advertise (This catalog contains paid ads). Facility Rentals Big Lake Schools has many spaces available for rent by community members and local organizations. Spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis with school-related activities first priority. To rent a facility, submit the Facilities Use Request form found on the school website. The district facility scheduler will contact you about next steps. Questions? Call 763-262-2523 or email [email protected] Spaces Include: Gyms, cafeterias, the HS auditorium, swimming pool (for pool parties), athletic fields, and tennis courts Get Involved With Community Ed! Community Education can only thrive when community members get involved! Join an Advisory Council: Join either our Early Childhood or Community Education Advisory Council to help make our programs the best they can be. Each group has 4-6, one-hour long meetings per year, so you can make a big difference with a small time commitment. Volunteer: We are always looking for community members to help run programming. Opportunities are available for all ages, middle schoolers to retirees alike. Teach a Class: Share your passions and skills with the community! Teach a class & earn extra income! Call or email us to learn more!

Non Profit Org US Postage PAID Permit No 9 Big Lake MN 17901 205th Ave POSTAL CUSTOMER Big Lake, MN 55309 ECRWSS Stay Connected to Community Education Registration is required for all classes unless stated otherwise Register online at biglakece.com Call Community Education Office at facebook.com/biglakecommunityed 763-262-2523 Call Early Education Office at 763-262-3233 Stop by our office located in Liberty Elementary School