St. Michael-Albertville Community Education

“2 Left Feet” Dance Workshop Convince that you have 2 left feet and that dancing is not meant for you? Or, someone you know? But still… it would be helpful to know a few steps. Just in case… This workshop is easy and only 1 session. Geared to beginners you’ll enjoy fun patterns, easy turns and be dancing together before you know it! More than enough to provide a full night of dancing! Couples only please! Monica Mohn 153W2 Th February 6 $29 7-9 pm ME, Cafeteria

5 Keys to Retiring Fearlessly After years of hard work, retirement may finally be in sight. This workshop helps attendees discover five keys to unlocking a retirement where they could have confidence in their ability to live out their dreams. Lynne Lien, Thrivent Financial 979S2 T April 7 $10 6:30-7:30 pm CE, Room 307

The 55 Alive Mature Driving 8-hour class is an innovative classroom driver retraining program for persons age 55 and over that is designed to help improve their driving skills. This 8-hour course is geared to the specific needs of older motorists. Minnesota state law requires all insurance companies to give a premium deduction to all persons who complete this accident prevention course. For the 8 hours class, you must attend both evenings. Please bring your AARP Membership card (if applicable) and Driver License to class. Course #118F1 (8 hour class) Tuesday, Setember 17, 2019 and Thursday, September 19, 2019 5:30pm -9:30pm both nights Fee:$20 for AARP members, $25 for non-AARP members (course materials and host fees included) St. Michael - Albertville Middle School West - Room F113 (7th Grade Computer Lab) 11343 50th St NE, Albertville, MN 55301- Enter Door "B" Instructor: Larry Kounkel The 55 Alive Mature Driving 4-hour refresher class is for those individuals who have completed the 8-hour defensive driving program and need to renew their certification. Please bring your AARP Membership card (if applicable) and Driver License to class. Course #118F2 (4-hour refresher) Tuesday, October 22, 2019 5:30pm - 9:30pm Fee: $20 for AARP members, $25 for non-AARP members (course materials and host fees included) St. Michael - Albertville Middle School West - Room F113 (7th Grade Computer Lab) 11343 50th St NE, Albertville, MN 55301- Enter Door "B" Instructor: Larry Kounkel

A Taste of Africa Join us on a culinary safari and learn to prepare and taste yummy African favorites. Each session will start with an introductions to the ingredients and condiments for the recipe of the day. We will also end each class with a tasting of our delicious creations while enjoying some African music. Come prepared to have fun! Lucy Kanu, L'Africanaah 145F2 S Nov 2 & 16 $45 10 am-Noon HS, Room 1412

ACT Test Prep Course This course is designed for students who wish to improve their test-taking skills and improve their overall scores on the ACT College Entrance Exam. This course introduces the ACT Exam and strategies for answering questions. Also included will be instruction for the specific subject areas to be tested. Focal points of the program include diagnostic testing, vocabulary development, mathematical review, reading comprehension improvement, science reasoning and time management. Meghan Pettis & Staff 372W1 March 18, 19, 24, 25, 26 3:30-5:30 pm HS, Room 2242 Fee: $89 372W2 March 18, 19, 24, 25, 26 6-8 pm HS, Room 2242 Fee: $89

ACT or SAT? What’s Best For You? Grades 10-12 A student with weaker working or verbal memory will do better on the ACT reading section because the passages are shorter. If a student has weaker spatial perception or visual memory, the SAT may be preferred because there is less geometry, trigonometry and no science section. Mindprint is an affordable evidence-based online solution that identifies each student’s learning strengths and challenges. The objective is to gain an understanding of each student's non-academic strengths and needs in areas like executive functions, memory, processing, and reasoning. The assessment will provide the student with an indication of whether the ACT or SAT test would be a better fit for them as well as improving academic performance. Additional information: -the at home online assessment takes about an hour -Cognitive assessment results provided within a week Academic All Star Tutoring 953W2 $199

Abdominal Strengtheners That Won’t Make You Get On The Floor A few reasons abdominal muscles weaken and lose shape are past pregnancies, surgeries, sitting at a desk all day, being sedentary and poor posture. In this workshop, you will learn a series of extremely effective exercises that will quickly strengthen all four layers of abdominal muscle, especially the deepest layer WITHOUT stressing your back or neck joints and WITHOUT having to get on the floor. Don’t waste time with traditional crunches. Learn a different, more effective way to strengthen your abdominals, re-shape your waistline and prevent/relieve lower back discomfort. Janice Novak 140W1 S February 22 $25 9:30-11 am HS, Room 1684

Abrakadoodle Art Lab Grades 1-4 Learn tricks to make art magic. In this award-winning program, you will learn techniques that artists use in their studios to create astonishing effects. We’ll not only paint on canvas and watercolor paper but will draw, sculpt, collage and more using professional artist’s materials. Make room in your house to display these amazing masterpieces! Abrakadoodle 911W1 T Feb 25-Mar 24 No Class March 10 $55 2:15-3:15 pm BW, East Commons 911W2 W Feb 26-Mar 25 No Class March 11 $55 2:15-3:15 pm FE, East Commons 911W3 Th Feb 2-Mar 26 No Class March 12 $55 2:15-3:15 pm SE, Teacher’s Lounge

How to Achieve Peace of Mind by Getting Your Legal Affairs in Order Who would handle your finances if you were suddenly incapacitated? Who would make your health care decisions for you? After your death, will your assets pass to your loved ones as quickly and efficiently as possible? Planning now can help prevent difficulties and family conflicts later and ensure that your wishes are respected now and in the future. Come and learn what estate planning is, and why it is important for you and your loved ones both during life and after death. The presentation will focus on a discussion of probate, estate taxes, and tools such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney and health care directives, and how use of these tools can be used to get your legal affairs in order. Heidi Van De Berg, Gries Lehhardt Allen P.L.L.P. 979S3 Th April 9 $10 6:30-7:30 pm CE, Room 307

Acupressure For Your Face Here’s a facelift you can do at home. Acupressure is an ancient Chinese healing method that works with the energy that flows through your body. Stimulating facial acupressure points can help erase years from your face naturally, bring a healthy glow to your skin, increase muscle tone, decrease puffiness and eye bags, reduce lines and prevent new lines from forming, even decrease headaches, relieve eye strain, sooth nerves and increase relaxation. Learn how to make your skin as healthy as possible from the inside out. Janice Novak 140W2 S February 22 $25 11:15 am-12:45 pm HS, Room 1684

Adult Beginner Crochet Want to learn to crochet? Afraid to try? Come learn with teacher and crochet designer Abbey Swanson of The Firefly Hook. We will learn the basics of crochet and make a cowl. Everyone leaves with a cowl around their neck! And if you have crochet experience, you can learn a new stitch (or two!) and expand your crochet skills. No experience necessary. Supplies included! Abbey Swanson, The Firefly Hook 420W S February 29 $35 9:30 am-Noon HS, Room 1684

Baby and Me Newborn-12 months Non Separating Congrats on your new little knight! Connect with other parents of newborns in the community, ask questions, and share parenting experiences. The class is an excellent way to get a “successful start” at parenting! We know babies are unpredictable! Families are free to come and go as their child’s schedule allows! Class is FREE to ECFE participants. Sibling care available! All participants will receive a free welcome baby goodie bag! We are excited to meet your little one and join your family in this fabulous journey.

Baby and Me Newborn-12 months Non Separating Congrats on your new little knight! Connect with other parents of newborns in the community, ask questions, and share parenting experiences. The class is an excellent way to get a “successful start” at parenting! We know babies are unpredictable! Families are free to come and go as their child’s schedule allows! Class is FREE to ECFE participants. Sibling care available! All participants will receive a free welcome baby goodie bag! We are excited to meet your little one and join your family in this fabulous journey.

Dog Obedience Classes Classes are held at Monticello Pet Hospital, 4134 School Blvd in Monticello and are taught by Cathy Mahr. All participants must bring proof of vaccinations (per veterinarian’s recommendations), collar and leash, along with treats. For additional class offerings, please visit retrieversetc.com. Basic Dog Obedience For dogs 6 months and older. Work on basic obedience commands such as heel, sit, stay, come, stand and down. All training is done on leash and collar. Recommendations are made by the instructor based on each dog’s temperament. All dogs must bring proof of vaccinations (per veterinarian’s recommendations), collar and leash, along with dog treats. For additional class offerings please check retrieversetc.com 123S2 T Mar 31-Apr 21 $90 7-8 pm

Beginner Welding Designed for the beginning welder, techniques will be demonstrated in OxyAcetylene welding and cutting, Arc welding, MIG welding and for those interested in welding aluminum, TIG welding. Time will be available for practice welding as well as project building. The instructor is a High School Industrial Arts teacher. Class is limited to 10, so register early! A supply fee will be payable to the instructor at class, depending on the project(s) that you choose to do. Scott Danielson 629W1 M Feb 24-Apr 6 No Class March 9 $79 5-8 pm HS, Room 2766

Cake Decorating Wars – Parent/Child Have you ever wanted to decorate a cake with buttercream or fondant? Then you will definitely want to be a participant in this class! Team-up with your child and let the fun begin! Your team will brainstorm ideas and then strategically frost your two-layer, 8-inch cake by applying a base coat of buttercream icing. You will enjoy learning how to color, roll, cut, and drape colorful pieces of fondant to create a variety of designs for your masterpiece. Who will win? All artistic abilities welcome! Kris Holtmeyer, Artistic Moments 461W Buttercream S February 15 - Date changed due to weather (original date Jan 18) $35 per parent/child team 10 am-Noon HS, Room 1412 461S1 Fondant S March 21 $35 per parent/child team 10 am-Noon HS, Room 1412

Cat’s Kids Yoga Grades 1-4 Children will discover their mind, body, and heart connection to learn how to cope with the ups and downs in life. Developing these skills at a young age helps children become more balanced, centered, and aligned with their true self. Classes are structured to help children learn how to take healthy deep breaths, explore how their body can move, learn about their strengths and challenges, and gain respect for individuality and togetherness. Breaking exercises, yoga poses/flows, fun games, stories with life lessons, music, and more mindful activities make up these classes. Cat’s Kids Yoga provides everything! Catherine Brenny, Cat’s Kids Yoga 922W M Jan 13-Mar 23 No Class Jan 20 & Mar 9 $110 2:15-3 pm BW, Music Room 922S M Mar 30-June 1 No Class May 25 $110 2:15-3 pm FE, Room 217

Cat’s Kids Yoga 2-5 years Non Separating We’ll be discovering our mind, body, and heart connections to learn how to cope with the ups and downs in life. Developing these skills can help foster self respect and respect for others. In class, we will practice different calming techniques and learn mindful skills you can incorporate at home. Classes consists of yoga poses, fun games, stories with life lessons, music, mindful art, science, and many more activities. Classes empower children and adults to gain body awareness, learn healthy skills, and let your inner light shine. Each session 4 weeks.

Code Yeti – Exploring Structures with Loads! Grades 1-3 Building structures that resist the test of time and nature is every kid’s dream. In this class, you’ll put on your Civil Engineer hat as you build a robotic crane, design a lift bridge over a river, challenge yourself to build the tallest tower and engineer an earthquake resistant building. Tech Tac Toe 927W Th Feb 27-Mar 26 No Class Mar 12 $69 2:15-3:15 pm BW, West Commons 927S1 Th Apr 2-30 No Class Apr 16 $69 2:15-3:15 pm FE, East Commons 927S2 Th May 7-28 $69 2:15-3:15 pm SE, Room 143

Cooking with Mom & Dad Grades 1-8 with a Parent Do you want to bring the joy of cooking to your child? Here is a fun way to practice together with a fun meal that you can prepare together! We will go beyond boiling noodles and learn a fun, quick and easy recipe that is sure to become a family favorite that you and your child can make together! On the Menu: Calzones, Salad and Baked Peaches for dessert. (No more than 2 children per adult) Val Jeffery 448S W March 25 $49 5:30-7 pm ME, Room C320 (FACS)

Couples Massage Are you tired of calling around to find a place that offers couples massage? Ever thought of learning how to do this for your loved ones? Learn tips and tricks onhow to massage your family or close ones in the comfort of your home. Celina McKenzie, Body Rhythms 480W2 Th February 13 $29 Single /$40 Couple 6-8:30 pm Body Rhythms, Monticello