St. Michael-Albertville Community Education

2 Left Feet Dance Workshop Convinced 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

A Road Trip Around Minnesota: Lakes & Waterfalls Virtual Class Raise your hand if you are ready to take one more day or weekend Road Trip around the State before winter! We could almost feel the breeze from all the hands shooting up! Join Professional Photographer, Jay Grammond as he takes you on a Virtual Road Trip around the state to learn about some of Minnesota’s largest in-land lakes; and fantastic waterfalls – which were so vitally important to travel and trade in bygone days. In today’s world, these same waterways are vital to the state and local community economies; as well as to the citizens as a form of recreation and relaxation. After participating in this class, you should come away with the seeds of your own road trip ideas planted for one last fall road trip. Jay Grammond

A Road Trip Around Minnesota: Veteran Memorials Virtual Class Minnesota is home to a fantastic variety of Veteran Memorials. Everything from street names; to granite monuments, to statues, and other ways to honor our Veterans. Joine our instructor as he guides us around the state to see some of these memorials that he has discovered through his travels. Why not make a road trip plan to go see some of these? Jay Grammond

A Taste of the Mediterranean: Sizzling Mediterranean Skewers, Dips (Tzatziki, & Hummus), & Pita Bread! Wow and dazzle your family or guests with a delicious full-flavored mouthwatering Mediterranean meal that will have everyone asking for more! On the menu: Two types of Mediterranean Marinated Meat skewers (Chicken Souvlaki, and beef / turkey Kebabi), accompanied by Tzatziki (Savory Greek Yogurt Dip), and homemade Hummus, in addition to homemade Pita Bread! A variety of skewers, dips, and pita bread make for a beautiful presentation! Learn how to make, wrap, present, and plate these delicious wonders with a wonderful Greek Salad! Have your questions answered by the instructor, and interact with other participants as you cook-along with Tess to create a mouthwatering memorable meal. Participants will receive a list of ingredients at least a week in advance of the class to allow time for shopping. Participants will also receive a copy of the instructor’s personal recipes in PDF format. This class will take place on Zoom, a free on-line software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group on Facebook for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the group although joining is optional. The group will provide an opportunity for members to ask questions, share their own creations, interact with other participants and support each other on their cooking journey. Come join the fun! Note: One registration fee for this on-line Virtual class can include participants from the same household only. In addition, please know that every attempt will be made to keep to these wonderful menu items. Given current circumstances however, the instructor may have to make substitutions. Thank you for your understanding. Tess Georgakopoulos

A Taste of the Mediterranean: Sheet Pan, Oven Roasted Lemon Chicken & Potatoes, Tzatziki & Greek Orzo Pasta Salad! Learn how to create a classic Greek meal served on the tables of all Greek families around the world. On the Menu: Sheet Pan, Oven Roasted Lemon Chicken & Potatoes, with a side of Tzatziki (savory yogurt dip), and a Greek Orzo Pasta Salad. Healthy Mediterranean Diet Deliciousness made simple. Have your questions answered by the instructor, and interact with other participants as you cook-along with Tess to create a mouthwatering memorable meal. Participants will receive a list of ingredients at least a week in advance of the class to allow time for shopping. Participants will also receive a copy of the instructor’s personal recipes in PDF format. This class will take place on Zoom, a free on-line software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group on Facebook for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the group although joining is optional. The group will provide an opportunity for members to ask questions, share their own creations, interact with other participants and support each other on their cooking journey. Come join the fun! Note: One registration fee for this on-line Virtual class can include participants from the same household only. In addition, please know that every attempt will be made to keep to these wonderful menu items. Given current circumstances however, the instructor may have to make substitutions. Thank you for your understanding. Tess Georgakopoulos

Adult Mini Cake Decorating with Fondant Have you ever wanted to learn how to use used fondant? Fondant is a pliable and edible icing used to create beautiful designs on cakes. Learn how to color, roll, cut colorful fondant into a wide variety of shapes and sizes. Have fun draping your cake. Then, add decorative pieces to your 5-inch, two-layer cake, to create a festive design for any occasion! Kris Holtmeyer, Artistic Moments

Alcohol Ink Painting Workshop Experiment with alcohol inks on Yupo paper. The non-absorbent nature of Yupo means it will not buckle, no matter how much water you put on it, and it makes colors more vibrant and brilliant than on standard papers as all the color sits on the surface. Alcohol inks are pigment-intense and vibrant, free-flowing and filled with an energy all their own. You will leave the workshop with knowledge of a new technique that you can then take home and expand your artist interest. KidzArt

An American Love Affair: Cars of the 1950’s Virtual Class What is your favorite Classic Car? Our instructor’s favorite is the 1957 Chevy Belair! Growing up watching “Happy Days”, and having parents take him and his siblings to car shows started a lifelong love affair with cars and trucks, especially from the 1950’s. World War II was over, manufacturing went back to normal; and the economy was starting to blossom. Highways were becoming a thing that allowed people to travel the country. And vehicle production really took an amazing turn in the 1950’s. We’ll take a look at the details that made these cars so special. Jay Grammond

Did you know that Utah is home to five National Parks? Not only that but they also have amazing State Parks, National Monuments, and recreation areas! Join our instructor as he highlights his images from a recent summer road trip. Learn about the Mighty Five plus some other bonus information. This is a great time to plan your road trip for next summer.

Armchair Travels: Theodore Roosevelt National Park Virtual Class Theodore Roosevelt National Park is unique among national parks as it preserves not only the stunning landscape of the area, but also the memory of an extraordinary person. He visited the area in 1883 to hunt Bison, and went on to have a ranch there. Join our instructor as he shows you some of the landscapes in the park as well as the wildlife you might find such as: wild horses, buffalo, antelope, and more. Jay Grammond

Barn Storming: A Tour of Minnesota Barns & Barn Quilts Online Class Minnesota is filled with countless numbers of Barns, most from a bygone era. However, there are still a bunch in operation as well. Professional Photographer and Amateur Historian, Jay Grammond has travelled the state capturing images of barns of all shapes, sizes, and conditions. There is just something about a barn! There are some areas of the State where the barns are adorned with something called a Barn Quilt. Barn Quilts are pieces of art on the side of a barn, shed, or house that usually tell some sort of story. These places are all visible from the roadways, so once you know about them, you can go check them out! Jay Grammond

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 former STMA HS 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

Building Your Vision: Taking Your Photography from Good to Great! Virtual Class Are you a Photographer that wants to take your images to the next level; or maybe someone that is just getting started in photography? Do you want to be a photographer that TAKES snapshots; or one that CREATES images? You’ll leave this class with ideas and concepts that you can put into practice right away. We will cover some compositional basics that will surely improve your images if you are not using them; and we will discuss concepts of building your Photographic Vision to take your images from good to great! Jay Grammond

College Planning 101 Think back to when you were about to graduate from high school. Do you remember how you felt back then? If you’re like me, you were excited for a new chapter in your life and a chance to prove yourself in the “real world.” No matter how you’re feeling remember that you’re not in this alone. In this presentation you’ll learn how to prepare your child – and your family- for college logistically, academically, and financially. The power is in your hands to make smart decisions about this next big step in your student’s life. Chadd Perkins, Thrivent Financial

Crochet Cowl – Adult Beginner/Advanced Beginner 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

Crochet Spa Basket & Washcloths – Adult Beginner/Advanced Beginner Want to learn to crochet? Come learn with teacher and crochet designer Abbey Swanson of The Firefly Hook. We will make a spa basket and washcloths. We will finish the spa basket and one wash cloth in class. You will be sent home with a hook and yarn to make 2 more washcloths. No experience necessary. Supplies Included! Abbey Swanson, The Firefly Hook

Detroit Style Pizza & Pizza Madness! Have some fun participating in this virtual Pizza COOK-ALONG class! Learn how to make your own homemade pizza with homemade dough a variety of ways! Pizza Menu choices dishes for this class will include the very popular DETROIT-STYLE Pan Pizza with sauce, Baked Pizza Bombs, and Pizza Pinwheels. If there is time, classic pan pizza will also be made. Choose which ones you would like to make and watch a demonstration of the others. Participants will receive the instructors personal recipe for one of the dough recipes ahead of time as it will need to be made ahead of the class, and a list of ingredients at least a week in advance of the class to allow time for shopping and preparation. Please see note at the end of description for pan information. Make lasting memories in your kitchen if you decide to have your children, your spouse or your partner join you! Children absolutely love getting involved in the kitchen and will enjoy creating pizza with you as well! Have your questions answered by the instructor, and interact with other participants as you cook-along. While cooking-along is loads of fun, it is optional. This class will take place on Zoom, a free on-line software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group on Facebook exclusively for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the group although joining is optional. The group will provide an opportunity for members to ask questions, share their own creations, interact with other participants and support one another in your cooking journey! Come join the fun! Note: One registration fee for this on-line Virtual class can include participants from the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. Equipment needs: Although optional, a Detroit style pizza pan is highly recommended, as is a pizza pan with our without holes in it. We will also be using round or square cake-pans, and sheet pans as well. Tess Georgakopoulos

Discovering our Past: Lost and Found (NEW!) Virtual Class When you were a child, did you dream of discovering a lost treasure? Our instructor sure did. He once wanted to become an archaeologist after seeing King Tut's Tomb! The fact of the matter is that we all walk over lost items, and maybe even "treasures" every day. Join our instructor, Jay as he shares with you some of the items that he has found through his hobby of metal detecting that had been quite possiblly lost to time. We'll go over how it is done and take a virtual walk back in time through viewing interesting finds. Jay Grammond

Fading Ads of the Twin Cities (NEW!) Virtual Class Do you remember seeing those old painted ads on the sides of buildings for Coca-Cola, Grain Belt Beer, grocery stores, warehouses, etc. Our instructor Jay Grammond has been drawn to fading ads or "ghost signs" for quite some time. In summer 2020, that interest became so much more when he signed a book deal to publish a book about the topic. Join Jay as he takes you on a virtual walk around the Twin Cities to view this sort of "art gallery" that surrounds us. You will learn a bit about the history of some of these companies that date back into the 1800's. Jay Grammond

Financial Aid 101 You’ll learn what goes into a college’s price tag and how you can make a plan to pay for a quality college education without a lifetime of debt. First, you’ll learn why college is an investment, not just an expense. Second, you’ll learn all about financial aid: its different forms, how to apply for it and how to read an offer letter. And finally, you’ll get tips for what you can do now to reduce your college costs, which will reduce your out-of pocket costs. Oh, and one more thing: At the end of our talk, I’ll share two free resources Thrivent offers to help you get a handle on your student loans. Chadd Perkins, Thrivent Financial

Home Buying Process 101 Whether it is your very first home, dream home, or investment property, the home buying process can be intimidating. This class will walk through the ever-changing real estate market and empower you to make educated decisions when purchasing. We will help you create a plan based on your goals, limitations, timeline, and the market specific to where you are looking to buy. Learn how to personalize the home buying plan that fits you best. Jacob Olson, Realty ONE Group Choice

Homemade Pierogies! Have some fun participating in this virtual class! Learn how to make your own homemade Pierogies with homemade dough and filling that will make your taste buds dance for joy! We will also be learning how to cook, and freeze these little dumplings that you can make ahead and store for a rainy day. Participants will receive a list of ingredients ahead of time to allow time for shopping and prep. Participants will also receive a copy of the instructors personal recipes professionally created in PDF format. This class will take place on Zoom, a free on-line software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Make lasting memories in your kitchen if you decide to have your children, your spouse or your partner join you! Children absolutely love getting involved in the kitchen and will enjoy creating pizza with you as well! Have your questions answered by the instructor, and interact with other participants as you cook-along. While cooking-along is loads of fun, it is optional. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group on Facebook exclusively for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the group although joining is optional. The group will provide an opportunity for members to ask questions, share their own creations, interact with other participants and support one another in your cooking journey! Come join the fun! Note: One registration fee for this on-line Virtual class can include participants from the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. Equipment needs: Although optional, a Detroit style pizza pan is highly recommended, as is a pizza pan with our without holes in it. We will also be using round or square cake-pans, and sheet pans as well. Tess Georgakopoulos