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Starting SoonA. M. PickleballPickleballThis class is for those at the beginner or intermediate levels of play. Bring your own paddle. Balls are provided. Register at any time!Fall 2024
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AARP Safe Driver 4 HR Refresher CoursesAARP Safe Driver CoursesFirst time participants must complete the initial 8-hour course. The 4-hour refresher course is for certificate renewal. Some topics include: basic rules, common effects of aging, medications, license renewal process, traffic hazards, and accident prevention. Class includes video, lectures, and discussion, no driving or written test. Bring a pen and your AARP card if you have one. Registration deadlines are one week prior to the class.Fall 2024
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AARP Safe Driver 4 HR Refresher CoursesAARP Safe Driver CoursesFirst time participants must complete the initial 8-hour course. The 4-hour refresher course is for certificate renewal. Some topics include: basic rules, common effects of aging, medications, license renewal process, traffic hazards, and accident prevention. Class includes video, lectures, and discussion, no driving or written test. Bring a pen and your AARP card if you have one. Registration deadlines are one week prior to the class.Winter/Spring 2025
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AdultCommunity Education Programs for Adults embrace the belief in lifelong learning and aim to enhance learning opportunities; empower people and build community. Our programs include: AARP Safe Driver Courses, Adult Enrichment, Adult Recreation & Adult Day Trips.Category
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Adult EnrichmentCommunity Education offers a variety of Adult Enrichment opportunities including AARP Safe Driver Courses, Adult Technology Classes, Instant Piano & Guitar, Beginner Crochet, Fondant Cake Decorating & Thrivent Financial Workshops.Category
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Adult RecreationCommunity Education offers a variety of Adult Recreation options including Pickleball, Step Aerobics, Line Dancing, Co-Rec Volleyball, Karate, Walking Clubs & Women's Weight Room. If you are interested in teaching an adult recreation class, contact Community Education!Category
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Adult TripsCommunity Education offers HWY 12 Adult Day Trips in collaboration with the ACGC, Dassel-Cokato & Howard Lake communities.Category
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Starting SoonAdvanced PickleballPickleballThis class is for adults who have been playing pickleball for two or more years. It will be aggressive competitive play. Participants must have knowledge of the game, rules, and etiquette to participate. Bring your own paddle. Balls are provided. Register at any time!Fall 2024
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AirMaxx Trampoline Park Grades K-4Youth TripsSpend the day with Community Education Staff for a trip to AirMaxx Trampoline Park in St. Cloud. Show off your jumping skills while we spend 2 hours on the massive trampolines, playing dodgeball, jumping in the foam pit and see if you have what it take in the ninjas warrior course! Upon returning to the WEB, we will play games in the gym and end the day with a movie on the big screen. We encourage everyone to pack a lunch, lots of snacks, and a water bottle. 8:00 AM - Parent Drop-off at WEB lobby 9:00 - 11:00 AM - Jump & Warrior Course at AirMaxx 11:00-11:30 AM - Eat lunch at AirMaxx 12:15-3:00 PM - Gym games & movie at WEB 2:45-3:00 PM - Parent Pick-up at WEB lobby You must fill out a liability form prior to the trip. We must have paper copies of liability forms even if you have a form on file already at AirMaxx. Click HERE to download the form or stop by the office for a printed copy. Registration Deadline: 3/4Winter/Spring 2025
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American Heart Association Blended Learning First Aid/CPR/AED OptionsAmerican Heart Association Blended Learning First Aid CPR AED Options Andrea Michels First Aid and CPR blended learning class requirements. Register for and complete the online training through the American Heart Association. Complete the course survey at the end of the training and print off the certificate of completion to be submitted prior to your skills assessment. Register for and attend a skills assessment through Community Education. Provide the certificate of completion from the online training. You will receive an eCard certification through email following completion of Parts 1 & 2 of the blended learning format. Certificates of completion for Part 1 MUST be provided upon arrival at the skills assessment. Need training for your employees? Give us a call at 320.693.2354 and see what we have available for class dates!Category
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AquaticsWe offer a variety of options including Swim Lessons, Lap Swim, Waves Swim Club, and Certifications.Category
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Starting SoonBaby StopECFE Classes & ScreeningThis class is for the brand new baby in your family and you. Join this class and learn about the new little wonder in your life with other parents of newborns. Registration is required, but join at anytime!Fall 2024
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Beginner Country Western Line DancingGroup FitnessIn the Beginner Country Western Line Dancing class you will learn the top ten beginner dance steps. As an example: shuffle, lock step, vine, jazz box, rock recover, K-step, rocking chair, sailor step, coaster step and more. The music is a combination of old country and some rock ‘n’ roll. Some of the dances you will learn will be Cowboy Hustle, Cowboy Charleston, Lollipop, Wilber, Electric Slide, Boot Scootin' Boogie and even a waltz. A cowboy boot or a shoe with a leather sole is recommended, but tennis shoes will work. Registration deadlines are one week prior to class start date.Fall 2024
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Starting SoonBeginner PickleballPickleballJoin us in trying your hand at pickleball! Pickleball is a cross between tennis, badminton and ping-pong. Bring your own paddle. Balls are provided. Register at any time!Fall 2024
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Canterbury Park: Autumn Arts & Crafts FestivalAdult TripsHighway 12 Adult Day Trip: Canterbury Park - Shakopee, MN Autumn Arts & Crafts Festival Friday, November 15, 2024 Enjoy a festive marketplace as you visit this award winning arts and craft festival just in time for some holiday shopping! Featuring some of the nation’s most skilled artisans and crafters from all over the country, you’ll see them display and sell their American made, handcrafted creations. You’ll find unique art, personalized gifts, jewelry, ornaments, home décor, whimsical & repurposed works, clothing, children’s items, purses, gourmet food and so much more! More trip info can be found at https://www.hpifestivals.com/ **We will provide the charter bus and purchase the tickets to get into the show. All other purchases will be on your own, including lunch. We will arrive at the craft fair around 11am. Patrons will have from 11am-3pm to explore & shop on their own. Patrons need to return promptly to the bus at 3pm for departure. We ask that all registered participants bring a cell phone on this trip in case the field trip leaders need to be in contact with anyone. This trip will involve an extensive amount of walking. No refunds can be issued after the registration deadline has passed. Registration deadline: 10/15 Depart: 8:40 AM - Load at ACGC HS 9:00 AM - Load at Litchfield Civic Arena 9:25 AM - Load at Dassel-Cokato PAC 9:45 AM - Load at Howard Lake MAWSECO 720 9th Ave 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Shop/Explore/Lunch on your own 3:15 PM - Leave Canterbury Park Return: 4:30 PM - Unload in Howard Lake 4:50 PM - Unload in Dassel-Cokato 5:15 PM - Unload in Litchfield 5:35 PM - Unload in ACGCFall 2024
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ThoroughlyReviewed (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Cell Phones & Parenting - Oh My!Virtual Tech ClassesCell Phones & Parenting—Oh My! Instructor: Nickie Welsh When your child has a Smartphone there are key things you should know in order to keep them safe and secure. In this class you’ll understand recommended safety settings on popular social media apps, parental apps for your child’s Smartphone, and more! You will leave this class with a confident plan to simplify the technology so that you and your child can use the phone safely without worry. Social Club Simple was created to help solve a need between technology and the user experience with social media. All classes are virtual ZOOM classes. Nickie is passionate about helping adults and seniors use technology to improve their lives in a positive way. She knows the best resources on using popular social media platforms, ride sharing apps, online safety, podcasts and more! Please note that each class is taught live online from 12:00-1:00 PM. Community Education will send each participant the ZOOM link about 1 week prior to the class date. If a student is unable to attend the live online training time, they can still register and watch the recording of the training at their convenience. Follow-up support is also included from the instructor and students are encouraged to reach out with questions at any time before or after the class has concluded. The registration deadline is one week prior to each class start date.Fall 2024
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Starting SoonDC/L Youth WrestlingWrestlingYouth Wrestling Program ('24-'25 Grade): DC/L Wrestling Staff FALL Session: The DC/L Charging Dragon Wrestling program is offering multiple training sessions this Fall with a goal of improving in all three wrestling positions (Feet, Top, Bottom) in technique, drilling, sparring, and live goes! Bring a friend and have fun with the wrestling team this fall. Off-season training will make in-season champions. Winter Session: Whether you’ve been in wrestling before or not, this is a great opportunity for boys and girls to learn! Charging Dragon wrestling techniques, skills, drills and games will be emphasized. Grades 3-6 will have will have two seasons. All practices will be combined with DC. The second season is for advanced wrestlers who wish to continue practicing and competing into February and March. NO REGISTRATION DEADLINE. Parent/Wrestler Informational Meeting: This meeting will cover the wrestling season components and schedule as well as competition information and distribution of youth wrestling t-shirts. Tuesday, November 19 * 7:00 PM * LHS CafeteriaFall 2024
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PopularDancin' DragonsYouth Enrichment ClassesPlease register by 24-25 school year grade. Let’s dance! Build self-esteem learning jazz, ballet and high kick skills at age-appropriate levels using rhythm, teamwork and coordination. Learn a fun routine to perform for friends and family! Indicate shirt size when registering. If you register after the deadline, you are not guaranteed a shirt. T-shirt/Registration deadline: 9/11 About the instructor: Melissa has taught ballet, modern, jazz, and lyrical dance for all ages. She trained with instructors from the Royal Ballet in London, School of American Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, Joffrey and Paul Sanasardo/Martha Graham.Fall 2024
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Discovery SchoolDiscovery School is a program for for children ages 2 years-3 years 11 months (By September 1, 2024) Come discover what preschool is like. This class offers the best of ECFE with a more formal preschool experience. Parents and students will start with 20 minutes of guided Mindful Movement. After which, students and parents will separate. While teachers and students focus on becoming familiar with preschool routines and skills, parents will return to pick-up their child at 10:45am. Tuition $30 per monthChild Care Program
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Divas Through the Decades (Paramount Center for the Arts)Adult TripsJoin us for a HWY 12 Adult Day Trip to St. Cloud for a lunch buffet at the Coyote Moon Grille before heading over to the Paramount Center for the Arts to see Divas Through the Decades. Divas Through the Decades is a musical tribute to some of the most influential female vocalists in American pop music, featuring songs from the 40's, through today's current hits! The show features music made famous by various Divas including Tina Turner, Diana Ross and the Supremes, Celine Dion, Aretha Franklin, Gloria Estefan, Madonna, Beyonce, Shania Twain, Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, and many more! The lunch includes: baskets of popovers w/ honey butter, served salad, Chicken Romano (Pan Fried Chicken Breast Served on Wild Rice, Topped w/ Alfredo Sauce and Parmesan Cheese) and Vegetable. **Included in our trip will be the lunch buffet, show ticket, and charter bus fees. There are no refunds after the registration deadline has passed. Times are approximate and subject to change. Registration deadline: 1/28 Depart: 9:35 AM - Load at ACGC High School 9:55 AM - Load at Litchfield Civic Arena 10:20 AM - Load at Dassel-Cokato PAC 10:35 AM - Load at Howard Lake Mawseco 11:30-12:45 - Lunch Buffet: Coyote Moon Grille 1:30-4:00 PM - Performance Return: 4:55 PM - Unload at Howard Lake Mawseco 5:10 PM - Unload at Dassel-Cokato PAC 5:35 PM - Unload at Litchfield Civic Arena 5:55pm Unload at ACGC High SchoolWinter/Spring 2025
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Dragon Kids Club*School year registration will open Monday, August 12 at 8am. 2024-2025 Dragon Kids Club School Year Care Information (Lake Ripley Elementary): Dragon Kids Club is ISD #465 Community Education & Recreation’s school age before and after school childcare program for children entering grades K-4 for the 2024-2025 school year. We are open for childcare before and after school following the school calendar. We are not open on non-school days. At DKC, we have professional and caring staff, a variety of enrichment programs, engaging recreational choices, outdoor play, and large/small group games. Join us for some fun before and after school at Dragons Kids Club! Weekly rates are listed below. You can choose from one of our 3 contract options (Consistent Schedule, Pick-Your-Days or Drop-in). All students must be enrolled in one of the 3 contract options to attend DKC. Call Community Education at 320.693.2354 with any questions. Do not call Lake Ripley Elementary.Child Care Program
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PopularEli Christman (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Dribblin' DragonsBasketballLHS Varsity Coaching Staff The goal is to explain, demonstrate, and practice specific basketball fundamentals, developing good habits on the court. Participate in game play and rotate through skill stations coached by high school players and staff. The importance of hard work, communication and a positive attitude will be stressed, while maintaining a fun environment. Gain free admission to home basketball games with your shirt! Indicate shirt size when registering.Fall 2024