If you're 55 or older, you can save on your auto insurance while enhancing your driving skills. This course, developed by the National Safety Council, covers essential crash prevention techniques and has a proven track record of reducing traffic violations and accidents. Taught by experienced traffic safety instructors, including Minnesota State Patrol officers, the class features lectures, films, and discussions—no driving or tests required. Under Minnesota law, drivers 55 and older who complete a state-approved defensive driving course qualify for a 10% discount on their auto insurance for three years. Upon completion, you'll receive a certificate to submit to your insurance provider.

It's critical to have a solid understanding of the tax status of investments to make informed decisions and avoid paying more than the fair share. Learn how future tax changes may create the potential for higher taxes, ways to create tax-free retirement income, how Social Security is taxed, and how to work efficiently within current tax brackets. This class is a learning opportunity only. No products will be sold.

Kickstart your Spanish journey with this engaging summer course, perfect for beginners! Designed for those with little to no experience, you'll learn essential vocabulary, basic grammar, and practical phrases for everyday conversations. Through group discussions and break out conversation practices, you'll build confidence in speaking and understanding Spanish. Our experienced instructors will guide you in every step of the way, setting you up for continued success. By the end of the course, you’ll have the foundational skills to keep learning and speaking with confidence. Online portal resources and practice tools included with tuition.

Create your own unique, usable artwork in this beginner-friendly printmaking class! Participants will draw, carve, and hand-print multiples of a black-and-white design, inspired by folklore and patterns from the collection of The Museum of Russian Art. Participants will learn how to safely use carving tools, properly ink and print designs using hand-printing techniques, and troubleshoot common printmaking challenges. All materials included. Taught by Lindsey Reyes: Through drawing, painting, and printmaking, Minnesota artist Lindsey Reyes explores the magic inherent in our world and how people interpret this magic through stories and art. Lindsey believes deeply that creating art should be accessible to all, and she enjoys engaging with students during every stage of their creative journey.

A modified form of yoga, using exercise principles of traditional yoga to increase participant's health and fitness by replacing a floor mat with a chair. Find mobility in a gentle, supportive way that is very beneficial. Chair Yoga will improve your flexibility, concentration, and strength, while boosting your mood, reducing stress and decreasing joint pain. Drops ins welcome!

Spice up your Spanish skills in this fun and interactive class centered around food and cooking! You’ll build practical vocabulary and conversational confidence through learning food and drink vocabulary and practicing kitchen conversations to following recipes and cooking together. Along the way, discover traditional Hispanic dishes and the rich culinary culture behind them. Perfect for food lovers looking to bring flavor to their Spanish. Open to new and previous Spanish conversation participants. While the class is open to all levels, basic Spanish skills will be helpful. Online portal resources and practice tools included with tuition.

Board the Lady of the Lake, a historic sternwheeler departing from the Port of Excelsior for a scenic Lake Minnetonka cruise. The enclosed main cabin seats 50 at tables, while the second-level covered deck offers the most popular open-air experience (with weather coverings if needed). An uncovered top deck provides additional views. You'll enjoy a live narrated tour by the Captain and crew of the Lady of the Lake, highlighting Lake Minnetonka’s history and scenery. Learn about Big Island, admire waterfront mansions, marinas, gardens, and spot recreational boats. Hear stories of the lake’s 19th-century fame, when grand steamships, luxury hotels, and rail service drew elite families seeking summer escape. Menu: The Boaters Boxed Lunch Signature Gourmet Chicken Salad on a Croissant with Lettuce, Fresh Fruit, Pasta Salad, Dessert and Soft Drink. After lunch and touring, reboard the motor coach and transfer to downtown Excelsior to shop in their quaint shops along Water Street. Walk to a variety of stores such as: Caspers - with whimsical home accessories, The Country Look in Antiques - featuring the charm of Colonial New England, and Excelsior Mils, a renovated lumberyard that was built at the turn of the century. It recreates the flavor of the past with a bench lined central “garden” court and half dozen shops filled with distinctive gifts and accessories. Details of the Day 11:00 a.m. Leave from Gladstone Community Center, 1945 Manton St, Maplewood 12:00 p.m. Arrive at Port of Excelsior 12:30 p.m. Boat departs and lunch 1:30 p.m. Guided Tour of Union Depot 2:30 p.m. Return to dock, board bus for shopping in downtown Excelsior 3:30 p.m. Depart Excelsior 4:30 p.m. Return to Gladstone. Departure / Return from: Gladstone Community Center, 1945 Manton St, Maplewood Bus Departs: 11:00 AM Bus Returns: 4:30 PM NEED TO CANCEL YOUR CLASS REGISTRATION?Notify us immediately. Refunds will not be issued after May 11

Step back into the Revolutionary era as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Travel by motorcoach to Mankato for lunch and a dynamic living-history presentation by educator Arn Kind, appearing in full Continental Army uniform. Through engaging storytelling, role-playing, and historical artifacts, participants will explore why the colonies moved from loyalty to rebellion, the divide between Patriots and Loyalists, and the daily life of the common soldier. This immersive program brings the people, conflicts, and consequences of the Revolution vividly to life. Menu Options: Fried Walleye Sandwich (6 oz. boneless fillet, hand breaded, served on a ciabatta hoagie with lettuce, tomato, tartar sauce, and lemon; beverage and cookie) Chicken Caesar Wrap (grilled chicken, lettuce, onion, tomato, black olives, Caesar dressing; beverage and cookie) Details of the Day 9:00 a.m. - Leave from Gladstone Community Center, 1945 Manton St, Maplewood on Coach Bus 11:00 a.m. - Arrive at the Loose Moose Conference Center, Mankato, MN for lunch 12:30 p.m. – “Soldiers of the American Revolution” presentation 2:30 p.m. – Depart Mankato 4:00 p.m. – Estimated return to Maplewood Departure / Return from: Gladstone Community Center, 1945 Manton St, Maplewood Bus Departs: 9:00 AM Bus Returns: 4:30 PM NEED TO CANCEL YOUR CLASS REGISTRATION?Notify us immediately. Refunds will not be issued after May 4

Ladies and gentlemen… Come on down! Step off the couch and into the spotlight at Game Show Studio—where YOU become the star of your very own game show experience! With bright lights, buzzers, a professional host, and nonstop laughs, it’s fast-paced fun from the moment the show begins. You and your group will play interactive games inspired by TV classics like Family Feud, Wheel of Fortune, and The Price is Right. No experience needed—just bring your competitive spirit and a sense of humor! Our games are easy to jump into, designed for all personalities, and packed with friendly competition. After the Gameshow, explore the mall on your own, or get lunch with friends! THIS IS A "DRIVE ON YOUR OWN DAY TRIP" - THERE WILL NOT BE A BUS. Schedule 10:15am - Be in the Gameshow Studio10:30am - Game show starts11:30am - End of Gameshow Rosedale Center, 1595 MN-36, Roseville, MN 55113 (2nd Floor next to Sephora and Macy) Park by Door E, 2nd Floor Ramp Macy's - walk in Door E and Gameshow on the left DAY TRIP CANCELLATIONS June Trip: Refunds will not be issued after Friday, June 5 August Trip: Refunds will not be issued after Friday, July 17

Join us at Saint Croix Vineyards for a hands-on intermediate embroidery class! This class is designed for people who know basic embroidery skills, and are ready to extend their learning to new stitches such as the blanket stitch, fly stitch, basket weave, and more! Each participant will receive the following materials to keep: A practice cotton fabric sampler to learn and experiment with various intermediate stitches Thread and needles Guided by experienced instructors, you’ll learn intermediate stitches step-by-step. Enjoy a cozy, social atmosphere with plenty of time to sip, stitch, and socialize. The tasting room at Saint Croix Vineyards will be open throughout the class, offering a selection of their refreshments available for purchase. Come solo or bring a friend—either way, you’ll leave with new skills, your very own embroidery supplies, and maybe even a new favorite hobby. Saint Croix Vineyards, 6428 Manning Avenue North Stillwater, MN 55082 (in the red barn) Ages 21+ | All materials included | Wine and food sold separately _________________________ Instructor: Kristina Wegener & Aimee MiceticKristina has a lifetime love of fiber arts! But within the past 15 years has morphed that casual hobby into a full time passion. She always has a project on hand but especially enjoys embroidery, knitting, sewing, and weaving. These skills have been lovingly taught to her and she is so excited to get to introduce them to others to enjoy and create! Aimee has been doing fiber arts in one way or another for most of her life. When she’s not spending time with her husband and three children, you can often find her hand embroidering, quilting, bag making or crocheting!

With our presenters’ over 50 years of practice with Minnesotans planning for and reaching their retirement years, we have learned time and time again that whether you are in your 40s, 50s, or 60s there are several milestones and overlooked life areas where mistakes can lead to results that range from discomfort to disaster. Let’s identify those issues for you in a comfortable learning session full of real-life examples and opportunities to get questions and issues answered.

We'll explore the history of the Hmong people from their origins in China through their migrations in Southeast Asia, their involvement with our CIA during the Viet Nam War, and eventual settlement in the U.S. Learn about their beliefs and customs, and how both have been altered by living in America. There have been many myths about the Hmong. Here is your chance to be informed about the people who are your neighbors and very often your nurse, medical technician or in St. Paul, the mayor.