St. Michael-Albertville Community Education

Discover the art of online blogging! Learn to launch a FREE WordPress blog, craft compelling content, connect your domain, and monetize your platform for success. Boost your internet presence and influence! Online blogging is a great way to get the word out about you, your service, your product, or information you want to share! You will learn step-by-step how to: Start a FREE blog with WordPress Choose a blog template Emphasize your blog content with a creative name Use your unique voice to share your expertise Connect your domain/website You will also learn how to earn an income with your blog, including links to other websites and advertising on your blog, as well as increase your internet ranking. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. This class will be held using the online platform, Zoom. STMA will provide you with a link to access the class at least 24 hours prior to class start.

Medicare 101 What exactly is Medicare? What’s part A? This class will take the mystery out of Medicare. Part A, B, C and D: what do they cover and when can I enroll? What is new with Medicare? You will get the answers to all of your questions in this class. A must for those close to, or thinking about, retiring. Stefany Jessen, Senior Healthcare Solutions Inc

In this class we will walk through the ever-changing real estate market. You will feel empowered with up-to-date information on the current market conditions and how to prepare your home to sell today. This class is free but pre-registration is required.

Savvy Social Security This workshop covers strategies for maximizing your Social Security benefits, including five factors to consider when deciding when to apply for benefits, how to minimize taxes on Social Security benefits, and how to coordinate Social Security with your other sources of retirement income. Justin Bettinger, Thrivent Financial

Social Ballroom Dance A little bit Rumba, a touch Foxtrot, a smattering of Waltz and a jazzed up “high school prom Swing & Sway” are all it takes! With fun moves & simple tips to ease you into the joy of dancing as a couple, you’ll be out on the dance floor in no time! Couples only please! Monica Mohn

Learn the art, science, and nutritional benefits of sourdough in this hands-on class. Learn how to make sourdough from start to finish with loaf baked at home. Learn how to feed and take care of your sourdough starter and other artisan tips. Class includes baking demonstration and sampling of organic sourdough. Registration includes ingredients for loaf, mason jar with active starter and printed instructions. Required materials included large mixing bowl, light kitchen towel and apron. Note: There was an error made in the brochure showing the price of this class as $15. The actual price of this class is $79. We apologize and thank you for your understanding.

Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit! Learn to monetize your talents and hobbies with this comprehensive home business startup workshop. Discover 250+ legitimate home business ideas, legal requirements, marketing strategies, and tax deductions. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Join us online! This class will be held using the online platform, Zoom. STMA will provide you with a link to access the class at least 24 hours prior to class start.

Explore TikTok and ensure your child's safety! Gain insights into app usage and learn how parents can help. Leave with actionable steps to establish a healthy tech foundation for lifelong habits. Join us online! This class will be held using the online platform, Zoom. STMA will provide you with a link to access the class at least 24 hours prior to class start.

Discover Venmo essentials! Learn to pay friends, businesses, and safely set up your account. Gain confidence navigating fees and real-life scenarios. Keep up with technology in this essential class. Join us online! This class will be held using the online platform, Zoom. STMA will provide you with a link to access the class at least 24 hours prior to class start.

Join Monica Mohn, nominated by MNBride for "Best Wedding Dance Instruction", in a 2-hour workshop for fun moves and simple tips to ace your special day! Couples Only.