Prerequisite: Basic crochet skills required. Bring Hugbert the Bear to life in this fun two-session workshop! Using soft, textured yarn and simple shaping techniques, you’ll crochet a cuddly teddy bear that’s perfect as a heartfelt gift or a special keepsake. This class is best suited for those with basic crochet experience - you should know how to single crochet and work in the round. From Hugbert’s head to his arms, legs, and body, we’ll guide you step by step and show you how to stitch it all together with personality and charm. By the end of class, you’ll have your very own Hugbert to take home, along with the confidence and skills to try more amigurumi projects on your own! Material fee: $20 The fee covers yarn, stuffing, safety eyes, and ribbon. Class Supplies: Bring a No. 4 (US G/6) crochet hook.

DASH Sports flag football camps provide players with a well-rounded football experience in a little to no contact safe environment. Key elements of passing, catching, rushing, & defense will be taught & practiced, & players will be grouped & challenged at an appropriate level in a fun, positive environment while learning values of ‘Respect, Hustle, & Pride’. Camp ends with a scrimmage the final day. Athletes should bring a water bottle (spikes/cleats & mouthguards are optional). Footballs & flag belts are provided.

DASH Sports floor hockey camps provide players with a well-rounded hockey experience covering a broad range of skills training & skill-based games. Players will be taught how to properly stickhandle, pass, shoot, & play defense in a fun & positive environment. Athletes should bring a water bottle. Sticks & pucks are provided.

DASH Sports soccer camps provide players a well-rounded soccer experience covering a broad range of soccer skills training (dribbling, passing, shooting, & defense) & skill-based games. Players will be challenged & grouped at an appropriate level while receiving instruction in a fun, positive environment while learning values of ‘Respect, Hustle, & Pride’. Camp ends with a scrimmage on the final day. Athletes should bring a water bottle (spikes & shin guards are optional). Balls are provided.

DASH Sports Flag Football Tykes camps provide players with an introductory experience to the great game of football in a little to no contact safe environment. Key elements of passing, catching, rushing, and defense will be taught and practiced. Fun, skill-based games will be played to practice newly learned skills. Athletes should bring a water bottle and wear athletic clothing & shoes (spikes/cleats are optional). Footballs and flag belts are provided. Parent participation is required for the 2-3yr old age group and recommended when needed for the 4+ year old age group.

DASH Sports Flag Football Tykes camps provide players with an introductory experience to the great game of football in a little to no contact safe environment. Key elements of passing, catching, rushing, and defense will be taught and practiced. Fun, skill-based games will be played to practice newly learned skills. Athletes should bring a water bottle and wear athletic clothing & shoes (spikes/cleats are optional). Footballs and flag belts are provided. Parent participation is required for the 2-3yr old age group and recommended when needed for the 4+ year old age group.

DASH Sports Sampler camps provide players with an introductory experience to two popular sports games. This camp includes instruction in Soccer and T-ball. Little athletes will learn how to run, throw, catch, kick, and more! This camp ends on the final day with fun scrimmages and games. Participants should bring a baseball glove, water bottle and wear athletic clothing & shoes. All other equipment is provided. Parent participation is required for the 2-3yr old age group and recommended when needed for the 4+ year old age group.

DASH Sports Sampler camps provide players with an introductory experience to two popular sports games. This camp includes instruction in Soccer and T-ball. Little athletes will learn how to run, throw, catch, kick, and more! This camp ends on the final day with fun scrimmages and games. Participants should bring a baseball glove, water bottle and wear athletic clothing & shoes. All other equipment is provided. Parent participation is required for the 2-3yr old age group and recommended when needed for the 4+ year old age group.

DASH Sports Soccer Tykes camps provide players with an introductory experience to the game of soccer. Key elements of dribbling, passing, and shooting will be taught and practiced. Fun, skill-based games will be played to practice newly learned skills. Athletes should bring a water bottle and wear athletic clothing & shoes (spikes and shin guards optional). Soccer balls are provided. Parent participation is required for the 2-3yr old age group and recommended when needed for the 4+ year old age group.

DASH Sports Soccer Tykes camps provide players with an introductory experience to the game of soccer. Key elements of dribbling, passing, and shooting will be taught and practiced. Fun, skill-based games will be played to practice newly learned skills. Athletes should bring a water bottle and wear athletic clothing & shoes (spikes and shin guards optional). Soccer balls are provided. Parent participation is required for the 2-3yr old age group and recommended when needed for the 4+ year old age group.

DASH Sports Track & Field camps provide participants with practice in several areas including: Sprinting, javelin throwing, shotput, relay running, jumping & distance running. Campers will be tested/timed & re-tested on several events. Emphasis is on technique & proper form. Camp consists of many different types of physical activities, drills, & games, all tailored specifically to enhance overall track & field performance. Campers should bring a water bottle & wear athletic shoes.

DASH Sports Track & Field Tykes camps provide participants with a basic introduction to Track & Field events. Participants will learn and practice how to correctly run, jump, and throw. Emphasis is on technique and proper form. Camp consists of many different types of physical activities, drills, and games, all tailored specifically to enhance overall athletic ability & performance. Campers should bring a water bottle and wear athletic shoes. Parent participation is required for the 2-3yr old age group and recommended when needed for the 4+ year old age group.

Discover the charm of an Amish colony in the scenic town of Harmony, Minnesota. Experience life on family farms and browse an array of handmade treasures - from fine furniture and crafts to freshly baked goods. A knowledgeable step-on guide will join us on the bus, offering fascinating stories and insights into Amish traditions and daily life. This unique tour provides a glimpse into a culture rooted in simplicity and heritage, with farming practices that echo those of generations past. To begin our day, we’ll gather for a hearty meal at The Branding Iron in Preston, MN. NOTE: Bring CASH for shopping - cards not accepted Your ticket includes transportation in a deluxe motor coach, a guided tour of Harmony’s Amish colony, and lunch at The Branding Iron. Meal options include battered shrimp, battered cod, pork chop, or chicken kabob, each served with sides and a beverage. Please note that dessert is not included. Schedule: 8:15AM: Depart Gladstone Community Education Center, 1945 Manton St, Maplewood, MN 55109 Comfort stop in Rochester Lunch at the Branding Iron in Preston Guided tour of Harmony’s Amish countryside and Amish colony stops Rest stop in Rochester on return 6:00 PM Arrive back in Maplewood approximately Cancellations: made before Monday, April 27, 2026 will incur a $15 processing fee. No refunds will be issued after Monday, April 27, 2026.

In the charming village of Afton, at the historic Afton House Inn overlooking the scenic St. Croix River Valley, a crime is waiting to be solved! Within one of our elegant dining rooms—the Wheel Room or the Pennington Room—rich with antique ambiance, guests are assigned roles in an interactive murder mystery play. You can choose to take part as a character or simply enjoy being an onlooker as the story unfolds. As you work to clear your own name, you’ll have the chance to question others, uncover motives, and point out possible suspects. Over the course of two hours filled with laughter, intrigue, and surprise twists, a delicious luncheon will be served. Once the mystery is solved, take some time to explore the delightful Afton House Inn. If available, unoccupied guest rooms are open for viewing, each uniquely furnished to showcase the charm and history of this special property. The Menu: Rosemary Roasted Pork Loin with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, a Rosemary Demin Glaze, Fresh Vegetables, Rolls & Butter, Coffee or Hot Tea, Dessert. Details of the day 10:15 a.m. Leave from Gladstone Community Center, 1945 Manton St, Maplewood 11:00 a.m. Arrival at the historic Afton House 1:00 p.m. Take some to explore the delightful Afton House Inn 1:30 p.m. Leave Afton 2:15 p.m. Estimated return time to Gladstone. Departure / Return from: Gladstone Community Center, 1945 Manton St, Maplewood Bus Departs: 10:15 AM Bus Returns: 2:15 PM NEED TO CANCEL YOUR CLASS REGISTRATION?Notify us immediately. Refunds will not be issued after January 19

About the Play – Nobody’s Perfect by Simon Williams Leonard wins a top prize in a writing competition, but it can only be awarded to a female in person. To claim it, he creates his alter ego, Lulabelle Latifa, and the chaos begins! Think Some Like It Hot, Tootsie, and Mrs. Doubtfire, a classic romantic comedy with belly laughs guaranteed. The performance location has been updated to the Minneapolis Scottish Rite Temple in Minneapolis. Schedule: 11:00 AM – Arrive for boarding at Gladstone Community Education Center 11:15 AM – Bus departs from Gladstone 12:15 PM – Lunch 1:15 PM – Performance 3:15 PM – Departure from theater 4:00–4:15 PM – Estimated return to Gladstone Community Education Center Buffet Menu: Sliced smoked turkey with gravy Sliced country ham with bourbon sauce Roasted red baby potatoes with rosemary garlic Tuscan vegetable medley Raspberry vinaigrette salad with blueberries, strawberries, and mandarin oranges Homemade dinner rolls with butter Assorted dessert bars Coffee, tea, and water NOTE: There are no refunds after the registration deadline of May 21.

Take a docent-led Art Deco Tour of the Ramsey County Courthouse and Saint Paul City Hall. Tour the architecturally significant spaces and features within Saint Paul City Hall/Ramsey County Courthouse. It is a 21-story Art Deco skyscraper which opened to the public in 1932. The building serves as the main location for Minnesota’s Second Judicial Court and City Hall. It contains The Vision of Peace, the world’s largest carved onyx statue. The building has 23 kinds of wood from 18 countries and various marbles throughout. This is a working building; not all rooms are available to tour at all times. The building is subject to security issues and government regulations that may require last-minute restrictions and changes. Visitors will be walking and standing for approximately 90-minutes. We will have lunch at the Union Depot's, 1881 Eating House, which reflects the style and quality of the Lake Elmo Inn family. After lunch we will have a guided narrated tour of the Union Depot. St. Paul’s elegant Neo-Classical Union Depot was the dream of railroad baron James J. Hill. Completed in 1926, it was the largest construction project of the 20th century in St. Paul. Hear how the railroads literally shaped the city of St Paul and about the fiery past that led to the current depot’s creation. Learn why it was also important to gangsters and prohibitionists. You will also enjoy the Neo-Classical architecture and beautiful public art. Visitors will be walking and standing for approximately 60 minutes. Menu Options when you check out: 1881 Burger, Cheddar, Pickles, Garlic Aioli, Iceberg Lettuce, Tomato, Onion. Fries, Beverage. Cranberry Turkey Sandwich - Turkey, Cranberry Brie Aioli, Lettuce, Bacon, Marinated Tomato, Apple, Cranberry Wild Rice, Beverage. After Lunch Details of the Day 9:30 a.m. Leave from Gladstone Community Center, 1945 Manton St, Maplewood 9:45 a.m. Arrive at St. Paul City Hall 11:30 a.m. Board bus for lunch at 1881 Eating House 1:30 p.m. Guided Tour of Union Depot 2:30 p.m. Depart Union Depot 3:00 p.m. Return to Gladstone. Departure / Return from: Gladstone Community Center, 1945 Manton St, Maplewood Bus Departs: 9:30 AM Bus Returns: 3:00 PM NEED TO CANCEL YOUR CLASS REGISTRATION?Notify us immediately. Refunds will not be issued after March 9

During this adventure, you will experience two unique experiences, the Wabasha Cave History Tour and the original Saint Paul Gangster Tour! The Historic Tour begins in the 1800s when the location was a silica mine and travels in time to when it was a mushroom farm. Eventually it was developed into a gangsters’ hotspot during the 1920’s prohibition era! All caves are accessible, and heated to room temperature. For the Saint Paul Gangster Tour we will board a motorcoach and ride in comfort as a costumed gangster character guides you throughout the 5-mile area of St. Paul. You will learn why Saint Paul was a center for bootlegging operations and criminal activities during the prohibition era and beyond. You will see where these criminals "lived it up" as they planned and executed some of the most nefarious crimes ever perpetrated in the upper Midwest. You will learn about notorious hoodlums like John Dillinger, Baby Face Nelson, Alvin "Creepy" Karpis, Fred Barker, Arthur "Doc" Barker, and Ma Barker. Join us for a journey through the days when Saint Paul streets were filled with corruption. In between tours, you will enjoy an Italian lunch of pasta (choice of spaghetti, fettuccine, and rotini), various sauces (alfredo, meat sauce, marinara), a meat (chicken, meatballs, Italian sausage), breadsticks, salad, dessert, and beverages. Note: Cave tour is accessible, though it does include walking. Schedule: 9:00 AM: Load the bus at the Mahtomedi District Education Center Parking Lot (1520 Mahtomedi Ave) 9:45 AM: Arrive at the Wabasha Street Caves 10AM - 12PM: Gangster Tour 12:00 - 1:00 PM: Lunch 1:00 - 2:00 PM: Cave Tour 2:15 PM: Depart Wabasha Street Caves 3:00 PM: Arrive at Mahtomedi District Education Center What type of bus we are riding? Travel from Mahtomedi to Wabasha Cave: School Bus Gangster Tour: Coach Bus NEED TO CANCEL YOUR CLASS REGISTRATION? Notify us immediately. Refunds will not be issued after February 20th

Learn the fundamental legal basics for estate planning and building your own legacy using modern legal solutions and common sense. *White Bear Area Senior Center Members: Call to register and receive a discount at 651-653-3121

Join Mark for a captivating journey through the skies, where meteorology meets imagination. This class blends scientific insight with artistic wonder, using The Cloud Selector card deck and The Cloud Spotter’s Guide to explore the many shapes and stories of clouds. You’ll learn how to identify cloud types, appreciate their beauty, and even interpret what they reveal about upcoming weather. Whether you're a curious sky-watcher or a budding weather enthusiast, this class will change the way you see the clouds above.

Preparing your will is an important step in providing for the ones you love. Week 1 ~ Learn the various techniques for property distribution of your estate. Explore basic estate planning concepts and assess your needs for your estate plan. You will receive sample forms and language to use while you draft your own will. It will be necessary for participants to type or handwrite their own document. The Instructor will also cover circumstances that may require a review/revision of your will and a brief review of the benefits of a trust. Questions welcome. Week 2 ~ You will sign the will you created. The language in your will will not be reviewed by an attorney and legal advice will not be given. Couples must register separately.