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10 Important People You Need for Your Estate Plan to Work
In this class we will take an in-depth review of many issues (and problems) that may be faced from our parents estate plan (or lack thereof) such as: creating a difficult Probate, loss of assets to the Nursing Home, fighting amongst the children, senior care issues, guardianship, privacy, the continued life of the surviving parent, estate tax protection, fairness and equality, legacy assets and the flow of critical information between the generations. With our 30 years of experience, we will discuss actual Minnesota examples of all of the above challenges and how they can be avoided in advance with some simple planning and exchange of information. All questions will be answered in an open and friendly forum -
55+ Driver Safety
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. -
55+ Driver Safety
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. -
Acupressure Relief for Headaches, Migraines, Nausea & Vertigo
Acupressure is a healing technique that works with how energy flows through your body. Just as you have blood that flows through vessels, you have energy that flows through pathways called meridians. Acupressure involves pressing or massaging key points on the body to stimulate energy flow which can offer great relief with no side effects. We will focus on the points that relieve and prevent migraines and headaches as well as nausea and vertigo. -
Aging Stong
As we age, our body’s physiology changes. We can keep our bodies strong and deter many health problems associated with aging. We've all heard how important it is as we age to exercise, eat well, and get adequate amounts of sleep. In this class, the WHY's will be explained as to how these factors affects our bodies physiology, right down to the cellular level. Also, what type of exercises are beneficial as we age and anti-inflammatory food sources. This course is designed for adults of all ages. -
Are Your Retirement Dollars Tax Efficient?
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. -
Are Your Retirement Dollars Tax Efficient?
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. -
Bears Explore Outdoors - Family Event
Bears Explore Outdoors Kick off the start of summer with a free, family-friendly celebration! Bears Explore Outdoors features hands-on activities, games, music, food, and outdoor fishing demonstrations for all ages. Join us for a fun-filled evening of exploration—and don’t miss the chance to take home a refurbished bike generously provided by our local MN-Recyclery. Come play, learn, and enjoy the outdoors with our community! -
Beginner Spanish Boost [online]
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. -
Beginner’s Guide to Using FREE ChatGPT (AI) for Writers [online]
ChatGPT (AI) is here to stay and is the future for writers and content creators. Don’t be left behind! No prior AI experience required. Do you want to learn how to incorporate the power of cutting-edge technology to gain ideas and inspiration, write web content, articles, and even novels or scripts? In this beginner-friendly course, you’ll learn how to: register for a FREE ChatGPT account input effective writing prompts to avoid nonsense responses build creative content, from stories to marketing copy determine its capabilities and limitations understand ethical/legal considerations using ChatGPT There’s no doubt ChatGPT and similar AI systems will force the job market to evolve. It’s crucial for everyone to adapt, learn new skills, and be open to working in collaboration with AI, so start building your expertise in the world of ChatGPT now! -
Block Print Making
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. -
Book Marketing Bootcamp: Promote Like a Pro [online]
Self-published or indie authors—this high-impact session gives you the insider playbook for marketing on a budget. Explore the fastest, smartest ways to grow your author platform, engage readers, leverage social media, organize book launches/signings, run ads, secure reviews, and other proven tactics to turn your book into a must-read and keep sales climbing 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. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class. -
Boot Camp – NEW!
Join Boot Camp for an intensive workout using your own body as resistance. You will participate in circuits consisting of cardio, strength, and body weight exercises. All skills are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat and water. -
Bugged Out Water (Adult/Child)
Is there anything more exciting than playing with bugs? We will be digging right in and seeing what kind of buggy neighbors are swimming around the lakes and streams. This is a very hands-on session full of creepy crawly fun that will leave you with a better appreciation of how important insects are as well as what they can tell us about the water. Parent/Child Class: Ages 5-12 with registered adult. PLEASE NOTE: When registering use the students name. -
Build Your Own Bee House (Adult/Child)
Come and join us to learn about bee basics and the importance of native bees. We will also be making bee houses to take home. Turn your crafty creativity into functional fun. More bees means more fruits, veggies and flowers in your own backyard! Supplies and materials are provided, just bring your creativity. -
Build Your Own Lures (Adult/Child)
Why do fish chase after one lure but ignore the next one? Do they see every color, certain colors or none at all? We will be talking about and looking at a wide variety of gadgets and lures, as well as giving you a chance to make your own to take home and try out. All the supplies and materials are provided, just bring your creativity. Parent/Child Class: Ages 5-12 with registered adult. PLEASE NOTE: When registering use the students name. -
Building a Culture of Kindness
Kindness is an introspection into self-awareness. We'll discuss how one has to be kind to 'self' first to enable sharing kindness. This kindness course offers a kaleidoscope of opportunities for the leaner to feel uplifted and better prepared to pay it forward. -
CPR & First Aid for Adults
If you are an adult looking to expand your knowledge, this class is for you! We will learn basic CPR training in a hands-on experience and finish the class with common first aid you can perform for strokes, heart attacks, bleeding, and more! Bystander or family CPR is one of the key elements of survival for patients in an out of hospital cardiac arrest. Learning this valuable skill or getting a refresher on knowledge you have previously acquired is lifesaving! -
Canva Power: Advanced Tricks That Save You Time (online) NEW
Take your Canva skills to the next level with advanced techniques and hidden features that will streamline your design workflow. This one-hour workshop is perfect for users already familiar with Canva basics who want to discover time-saving shortcuts, professional design hacks, and tools that make creating stunning graphics effortless. Leave with insider tips that will transform how you approach design projects and cut your creation time in half. -
Chair Yoga
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! -
Chair Yoga
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! -
Chalk Pastels
Chalk Pastels are extremely pigmented, blendable, and can be used to create paint-like effects without the use of water. In this class you will learn the many possibilities of this medium as you follow step-by-step instructions to create your own drawing. -
Composting and Mulch
Composts and mulches are nature’s way of recycling; keeps waste out of landfills, and it fertilizes without chemicals. Learn how to use a variety of composts and the various mulches out there for all your planting and landscaping needs whether you make them yourself or buy them off the shelf. The pros, the cons, and everything in between…especially how to use mulches to tuck your plants in for the long winter ahead. Participants will receive an informational folder full of great publications, a native plant book, and several compost bins will be given away as door prizes.. -
Cooking Up Spanish: A Taste of Spanish Through Food [online]
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.