We’re excited to announce the return of our Community Ed Defensive Driving class with a new, streamlined registration process! This comprehensive course is designed to enhance your driving skills, improve road safety, and potentially lower your insurance premiums. Registration Options: Online: Easily register at www.driverdiscountprogram.com. Phone: Call Precision Driving Center of Minnesota 320-208-1400 or 1-888-234-1294. Due to high call volume, you may need to leave a voicemail, and we will return your call from the 320 number. This class is facilitated by the Precision Driving Center of Minnesota and is perfect for drivers of all experience levels. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to boost your confidence on the road! Join us and take the first step towards becoming a safer driver today!

We believe dance should be all-inclusive—getting everyone on the floor, being comfortable, and having fun are our main goals. Not perfection! Each of these series is a standalone class, no prerequisite or experience needed. Think of these as “recess for adults,” where you'll gain a unique set of “crossover skills” and a few new tools for the dance floor. We will study several dances for couples that are great for social dancing. We’ll be learning: patterns, partnering, movement skills, lead and follow, musicality, and how to dance at any of the regional venues where local musicians play. Activities taught will help develop ease, comfort, and confidence in social dance situations. It’s not necessary to wait for your favorite dance style—join all of the classes to build versatility and flexibility within your dancing. Students are advised to wear comfortable clothing (dress in layers) and bring a water bottle. Please also bring comfortable shoes with a smooth bottom that stay nicely on your feet (no flip-flops or work boots, please).

When children enter foster care, we provide them with safe and nurturing foster homes. Our goal is to ensure their well-being while their families receive the necessary support. We offer a range of services, including respite care, short-term and long-term placements, and foster-to-adopt options. As a licensed adoption agency, we are dedicated to helping youth and parents find permanent family settings. All our services are provided free of charge. Foster and adoptive parents come from diverse backgrounds—some work from home or an office, some own or rent their homes, and some have large families or none at all. Regardless of their circumstances, the impact they make is extraordinary. This class will outline the licensing process, required training, and what to expect when a child is placed in your home, and it will provide an opportunity for you to ask questions. Nexus-Kindred is a non-profit, private agency committed to placing children from all counties and tribes in Minnesota.

Join us at El Lago del Bosque for engaging, in-person Spanish classes with native speakers. Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your skills, our interactive lessons focus on real-life conversations and cultural immersion. Learn in a supportive, dynamic environment and gain the confidence to speak Spanish fluently. Don’t miss the chance to enhance your language skills while exploring the richness of Spanish culture!

Join our in-person Spanish conversation classes for adults at El Lago del Bosque! Led by native speakers, these classes are designed for individuals who already have a basic understanding of Spanish and can communicate at a foundational level. Through engaging discussions and real-life scenarios, you’ll enhance your speaking and listening skills in a relaxed and supportive environment. Connect with others while exploring diverse topics and cultures, and immerse yourself in the language amidst the beauty of our village!

Prepare for the dog days of summer this spring and join Muriel Kingery to decorate a fun selection of cookies in the star-spangled colors of red, white, and blue! We’ll take on fun and unusual shapes and turn them into patriotic masterpieces! Snag a kit for pickup to decorate at home (or freeze them for a rainy day this summer)!

Online Class via Zoom - Perimenopause typically begins around the age of 35 for most women and can last 10-15 years. Common symptoms include fatigue, migraines, weight gain, water retention, depression, sleep disturbances, joint aches, hot flashes, anger flashes, fibroids, exaggerated PMS, and more. Once you understand exactly what is causing these troublesome symptoms, they become much easier to correct. In this class, we’ll discuss: How to get hormone levels measured (blood test vs. saliva test) and what to do with the results; traditional HRT vs. bioidentical hormone replacement; acupressure points to assist in symptom relief; nutritional musts for perimenopausal and menopausal health You’ll leave with multiple tools and techniques for restoring health and well-being during this important stage of life.

The Brain Enhancement Dancing (B.E.D.) the program is a specialized ballroom dance class created by professional dance instructor Walter “Bear” Hartell, designed to decrease the risk of dementia by up to 76%. As reported in the New England Journal of Medicine, a 21-year study shows that ballroom dancing provides the highest risk reduction for dementia and Alzheimer’s disease compared to any other activity. For those already experiencing dementia symptoms, researchers have seen improvements in memory, and ballroom dancing has also shown benefits for individuals with Parkinson’s disease. B.E.D. classes focus on rapid decision-making, concentration, memory, multitasking movements, balance strengthening, and enhancing physical stamina, all while enjoying a fun and social activity. Singles and couples are welcome to join! Wear comfortable loose-fitting clothing. Bring or wear shoes that are not slippery.

This advanced class is designed for anyone who has previously participated in the Brain Enhancement Dancing (B.E.D.) program. Continue your journey with more fun and challenging ballroom dance movements aimed at enhancing your rapid-fire decision-making, balance, and coordination. Classes will focus on concentration, memory, multitasking, balance strengthening, and building physical stamina, all within a fun and social atmosphere. Singles and couples are welcome. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. Bring or wear shoes with non-slippery soles.

Sushi made with sushi-grade raw fish like salmon or tuna wrapped in rice and seaweed can be a polarizing dish—people either love it or strongly dislike it. But California Rolls? They turn those "NO"s into enthusiastic "YES"s! Join Tess as she guides you through the process of making a variety of delicious California rolls that will make you wonder why you’ve never tried making them yourself. California rolls are incredibly versatile and can be customized to your taste—vegetarian, with or without seaweed, spicy or mild—the possibilities are endless! In this class, you’ll learn how to make: Seasoned sushi rice Spicy mayo Stuffed, wrapped, and shaped rolls Crab salad (using crab sticks) for the filling Tess will also share creative ideas for decorating your sushi plates to impress your guests! Make it a fun date night or family activity as you create lasting memories in the kitchen. You’ll have the opportunity to interact with the instructor, ask questions, and connect with other participants while you cook along. With each new skill learned and piece of advice shared, you'll gain confidence in the kitchen. While cooking along is highly recommended and a lot of fun, it is completely optional.