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Japanese
Calligraphy
Capture Japan’s culture
through the Shuji style
of writing. › PAGE 6
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Breads of Europe
Take your taste buds on a
tour across the Atlantic.
› PAGE 17
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Swimnastics
Say goodbye to backaches
and put the water to work
for you. › PAGE 40
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WordPress
Discover how to design,
edit and maintain your
own blog. › PAGE 16
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Classes start the week of January 25
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Table of Contents
Inside this issue:
Adult Enrichment Classes
Academic Enrichment.............................................................................3-4
Arts & Crafts.............................................................................................. 5-10
Business & Consumer/Real Estate................................................... 11-14
Clases en Español.......................................................................................14
Computers & Technology...................................................................15-16
Cooking.....................................................................................................17-20
Dance........................................................................................................20-22
Exercise & Fitness................................................................................23-26
Health & Wellness................................................................................ 27-28
Hobby & Leisure......................................................................................... 29
Home & Garden..........................................................................................30
Languages............................................................................................... 31-33
Music & Performance..........................................................................34-35
Personal Development............................................................................. 35
Photography.......................................................................................... 36-37
Sports & Recreation............................................................................38-39
Swimming............................................................................................... 40-41
Trips, Tours & Special Events...........................................................42-43
Yoga & Mind/Body............................................................................. 44-46
Adults 55+ Programs
Adventures in Learning............................................................................ 47
Armchair Travel...........................................................................................48
Creative Activities......................................................................................50
Defensive Driving 55+..............................................................................49
Elder Enrichment.......................................................................................48
55+ Fitness............................................................................................. 51-52
Health Talks........................................................................................... 52-54
NMRP Programs.........................................................................................49
55+ Trips & Tours........................................................................................ 55
Youth & Family Programs .........................................................56-58
Andersen • 612.668.4215
2727 10th Ave. S.
Anwatin • 612.668.2470
256 Upton Ave. S.
Barton • 612.668.3585
4237 Colfax Ave. S.
Dowling • 612.668.4828
3900 W. River Pkwy.
Edison • 612.668.1306
700 22nd Ave. N.E.
Hale • 612.668.3767
1220 E. 54th St.
Henry • 612.668.1922
4320 Newton Ave. N.
Jefferson • 612.668.2740
1200 W. 26th St.
Lake Harriet • 612.668.3330
4912 Vincent Ave. S.
Lucy Laney • 612.668.2219
3333 Penn Ave. N.
Northeast • 612.668.1515
2955 Hayes St. N.E.
Other Programs & Information
Pratt • 612.668.1100
66 Malcolm Ave. S.E.
Access Services.......................................................................................... 59
Teaching Community Education Classes..........................................60
Class Locations............................................................................................ 61
Registration Information ..................................................................62-63
Ramsey • 612.668.3450
1 W. 49th St.
Special School District No. 1
MINNEAPOLIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS • Minneapolis, MN
An Equal Opportunity School District
South • 612.668.4326
3131 19th Ave. S.
Minneapolis Board of Education:
Siad Ali, Jenny Arneson, Tracine Asberry, Carla Bates, Kim Ellison,
Rebecca Gagnon, Nelson Inz, Josh Reimnitz, Don Samuels
Southwest • 612.668.3100
3414 W. 47th St.
Student Representative: Noah Branch
Waite Park • 612.668.1590
1800 34th Ave. N.E.
Interim Superintendent of Schools: Michael Goar
Executive Director of Community Education: Jack Tamble
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Locations
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Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
Roosevelt • 612.668.4828
4029 28th Ave. S.
Washburn • 612.668.3450
201 W. 49th St.
www.mplscommunityed.com
Hear from Native artists, discuss Native
art and visit local galleries throughout
this class that explores the richness and
diversity of Minnesota’s Anishinaabe
(Ojibwe/Chippewa) and Dakota/
Lakota (Sioux) artists. Hands-on learning
may include beading or other craftwork,
exploration of natural materials and a
chance to attend a powwow.
South
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 17 6:30-8:30 pm
$80
Academic Enrichment
African American Art &
the Civil Rights Movement
Learn about the art practice and
lives of the artists active during the
civil rights period from 1955 to 1968.
Examine the impact and role that
visual arts played in recording this
period of history.
Henry
2 Mondays
Feb 8-Feb 15
6:30-8:30 pm
$21
American Indian History
& Culture Through Videos
Watch and discuss video presentations
of American Indian history. Videos
include 500 Nations, a series Kevin
Costner created with the profits from
Dances With Wolves.
Southwest
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:30-8:30 pm
$52
American Indians
in the Movies
View and discuss movies that depict
American Indians in a good light and
in a bad light. Trace where the bad
Hollywood image came from, and view
some old films as examples of how
Hollywood portrayed Indian people
in the early 20th century.
Southwest
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 6:30-8:30 pm
$52
www.mplscommunityed.com
Art Collections
of the Twin Cities
Explore key pieces of art and
architecture in both major and minor
collections throughout the Twin Cities.
Pratt
1 Tuesday
Jan 26
6:30-8:30 pm
$18
Art History: Post Harlem
Renaissance, Part 2
Pick up where you left off fall quarter,
following the art practice, careers and
lives of artists active during the Harlem
Renaissance period from 1920 to 1937.
You don’t need to have taken the fall
class to benefit from this one.
Henry
1 Monday
Feb 1
6:30-8:30 pm
$18
Discovering Bigfoot
Use video, audio, readings, artifacts
and discussion as you study scientific
analysis published and presented since
the 1970s. Walk away knowing how to
identify habitat, observe signs, evoke
encounters and collect evidence of an
“undescribed” primate living in North
America.
Jefferson
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
7:00-9:00 pm
$52
There are no classes on
Monday, February 15.
Peace Education Program
Discover what it means to have personal
peace. The Peace Education Program
aids you in focusing on your internal
resources—appreciation, inner strength,
self-awareness, clarity, understanding,
dignity, choice, hope and contentment—
in order to know peace.
Roosevelt
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 7:00-8:30 pm
Free
The American Western:
From an African-American
Perspective
Learn about the American Western
from an African-American perspective.
We will view and discuss documentary
and feature films, film clips and short
films featuring African-American stars,
directors and storylines. Adults who
register may bring up to three children
to the class. Feel free to bring your own
popcorn.
Academic Enrichment
Minnesota Indian
Art & Aesthetics
Henry
6 Mondays
Feb 8-Mar 14
6:00-8:30 pm
$37
The Black Art Movement:
Revolutionary Art 1968-78
Learn about one of the most exciting
periods in American Art History: the
turbulent 1960s and 1970s. Survey the
work of artists trying to create a new
aesthetic to speak to the masses of black
people and create a unique vision that
address the political issues of the day.
Henry
2 Mondays
Feb 22-Feb 29 6:30-8:30 pm
$21
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
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Academic Enrichment
MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS:
Brent Harring, Discovering Bigfoot instructor at Jefferson
Brent is a former Outward Bound instructor with extensive experience in
the back country of the Lake Superior region. He did his undergraduate
studies in Sociology and Native American Studies at St. Olaf College and
graduate studies in Experiential Education at Minnesota State University—
Mankato, and is a certified Wilderness First Responder. He has been an
amateur bigfoot investigator since 2006.
Timeless Approaches
to Enriching Your Life
Gain new insights into your life by
asking the big questions and coming up
with your own big answers, including
Who am I? What does it mean to know
something? Learn how these questions
have been answered by philosophers
in the past to discover how you can
answer them today to make your life
richer. Bring a pencil and paper for
note-taking and your head for thinking.
This class may change your life.
Henry
6 Mondays
Feb 1-Mar 7
7:00-8:30 pm
$37
Wonderland Park
on Lake Street
In 1905, Wonderland Park offered the
public the chance to do everything
from riding one of the world’s finest
carousels to witnessing amazing,
death-defying acts. The park also
featured prematurely born infants on
display in electric incubators. Gain a
deeper understanding of America’s
love affair with electricity, the amazing
attractions it generated and why it was
all happening on Lake Street.
South
1 Thursday
Feb 18
6:30-8:30 pm
$18
World Geography Update
Ever wonder about a certain country’s
location, strengths, and current
concerns? Update your mental map
of the world. Slide shows, games, and
data will highlight recent changes in
countries and clarify patterns among
them, making it easy to learn geography.
Southwest
6 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 2
7:00-8:30 pm
$37
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Writing: Creating a
Writing Life
Receive suggestions for writing topics
and guidance on how to translate your
experiences into the writing forms of
your choice, including poetry, fiction,
and memoir. Write in class, read aloud
if you choose, and get helpful feedback.
Bring a notebook and pen or pencil.
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:00-9:00 pm
$52
Writing: Creative Writing
Explore writing in a playful, supportive
environment. Produce new writing
from different prompts, look at different
techniques and receive encouragement
and feedback to help you grow as a
writer. Bring paper, a pen and a laptop,
if you have one.
Henry
4 Wednesdays
Feb 24-Mar 16 6:30-8:30 pm
$34
Jefferson
6 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Mar 16
6:30-8:30 pm
$52
Northeast
6 Tuesdays
Feb 2-Mar 15
6:30-8:30 pm
$46
Writing:
Memoir & Narrative
Join us in this all-levels class to learn
how to find the heart of a personal
story, decide what needs to be told,
work with specificity and detail,
develop your unique voice and add
humor to stories. Bring a notebook and
pen or laptop.
Washburn
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
6:30-8:30 pm
$46
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
Writing Workshop:
Voice & Tense
If you’re a writer who enjoys playing with
story craft, this is a chance to dig into two
important but often ignored elements
of narrative style through reading,
writing exercises and discussion. Bring a
notebook or laptop.
Jefferson
1 Thursday
Mar 3
6:00-9:00 pm
$21
Writing: Creating Picture
Books for Children
Discover how to plot your story, create
vivid settings, find a unique point of
view and write vibrant dialogue that
will help you develop a dynamic picture
book. Leave class with a rough draft.
Bring a notebook and your favorite
picture book.
Southwest
5 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Feb 23 7:00-9:00 pm
$40
Writing: Using
Humor in a Story
This interactive class analyzes different
types and sources of humor, and takes
students through writing exercises they
can utilize to “find the funny” in their
stories and themselves.
Jefferson
4 Thursdays
Jan 28-Feb 18 6:30-8:30 pm
$38
Writing: Write It!
Maybe you want to organize your
memories. Maybe you have a short
story in your head but you haven’t
written it down. Maybe you would
really like to start a blog. Maybe it’s
just time to Write It! Gather with
others to exercise your writing abilities
(because exercise is good for you!) in
four stimulating sessions.
Henry
4 Mondays
Feb 1-Feb 22
6:30-8:30 pm
$34
Register Today!
Register now and make sure
you get into your favorite
classes! We’re online at:
www.mplscommunityed.com.
www.mplscommunityed.com
Crochet in a comfortable environment,
starting with a dishcloth and expanding
into other creations. Everyone should
bring yarn and hooks (beginners, bring
cotton yarn and an H, I or J hook) and
project ideas.
Roosevelt
4 Mondays
Jan 25-Feb 22 6:00-8:00 pm
$34
Crochet 1 & 2
Learn basic crochet stitches and start
a small project. Bring light colored,
worsted yarn (no cotton) and a size H
or size I crochet hook to the first class.
Washburn
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 7:00-9:00 pm
$52
Arts & Crafts
Book Making: Flag Book
Use flags to create the pages of your
next photo album, poetry book or
other work of art! Start with a basic
flag book structure and customize it by
embellishing the pages. Feel free to bring
your own photos or art materials. Class
fee includes all supplies.
Pratt
1 Wednesday
Jan 27
6:30-9:00 pm
$26
Book Making:
Leather Bound Journal
Learn folding and sewing techniques to
create a small leather bound journal.
Class fee includes all supplies.
Pratt
1 Saturday
Feb 6
10 am-1 pm
$41
Book Making: Studio Time
for Paper & Book Arts
Enjoy reserved time to focus on your
personal projects and meet new people.
A variety of paper and book binding
supplies, as well as assistance from the
instructor, will be available. Class fee
includes all supplies.
Pratt
1 Saturday
Mar 5
10 am-1 pm
$26
www.mplscommunityed.com
Design a Logo or Sticker
Calligraphy
Learn the art of beautiful lettering
as you study informal Italic to create
cards, invitations and gifts. A $20
supply fee is collected at the first class
at South; Southwest instructor will
provide a list of supplies needed for
class (cost is about $10-15).
South
7 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 6:45-8:45 pm
$54
Southwest
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 6:00-8:00 pm
$54
Chair Caning
Restore the beauty of your chair while
learning the 7-layer method of hand
chair caning. Instruction available
in machine caning, rush and other
materials. A $15 supply fee is collected
at the first class.
Southwest
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 7:00-9:00 pm
$52
Come prepared with paper, pencils,
pens and markers as you delve into
understanding the discovery and
design process of creating a custom
brand. Learn how to collaborate and
perfect your design, which will be
transferred onto a computer. Taught
on Mac computers. Bring a flash drive
to save your work.
Arts & Crafts
Crochet 1 & 2
Southwest
6 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Mar 9
7:00-9:00 pm
$58
Drawing 1
Discover how to express yourself
through drawing as you explore line
quality, compositional arrangement,
shading and highlighting. Draw from
observation and imagination. Bring a
sketchbook and your favorite medium
(pen, pencils, colored pencils).
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:00-8:30 pm
$42
Creative Art Journaling
Learn to express your creativity
by refining your drawing skills and
discovering a variety of new media
to use. Cost includes a $25 supply fee.
Roosevelt
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
7:00-9:00 pm
$71
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
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Arts & Crafts
Greeting Cards:
Stamp-a-Stack of 15
Explore photopolymer stamping,
die cutting, dry embossing and more
exciting techniques as you hand-craft
15 greeting cards in five unique designs
with coordinating envelopes. A $10
supply fee is collected.
South
1 Wednesday
Mar 2
6:00-9:00 pm
$21
Henna
Learn to mix, design and apply henna.
Study the history of this ancient art
and learn some advanced design
techniques. The instructor will collect
a $5 supply fee.
Drawing:
Zentangle Basics
Create beautiful images by drawing
“tangles,” repetitive patterns created
one stroke at a time. Zentangle
increases focus and creativity, and is
great for people new to drawing. The
instructor will collect a $10 supply fee.
Southwest
1 Thursday
Jan 28
6:30-9:00 pm
$21
Drawing: Zentangles—
Continuing Adventure
Explore many aspects of making
Zentangles while learning new patterns
each week. Learn about tangle
enhancements, shading techniques,
using color, tangling on 3D objects and
incorporating Zentangles into other
projects. Prerequisite: Zentangle Basics
class or experience with Zentangles.
The instructor collects a $5 supply fee
each week.
Southwest
3 Tuesdays
Feb 2-Feb 16
6:30-8:30 pm
$28
If you have knowledge,
ideas or passions that you
would like to share with
others, consider teaching a
community education class.
Call 612.668.3939 or visit
mplscommunityed.com for
more information.
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Drawing:
Zentangles & Color
Go beyond the basics of Zentangle! Use
a variety of mediums and techniques
to see how just a touch of color will
make your Zentangle art pop. Discover
how your Zentangle drawings can also
become coloring pages. Prerequisite:
Zentangle Basics class or experience with
Zentangles. Bring your kit from Basics
class or purchase one for $10 in class.
Southwest
1 Monday
Feb 29
6:30-9:00 pm
$21
Easy Batik
In the ancient art of batik, melted wax
is applied to fabric in intricate designs
before the fabric is dyed and the wax
is removed to reveal a beautiful design.
Come explore the beauty of batik
without the danger of hot wax or dyes.
Please bring Elmer’s glue, wax paper, a
12" square of fabric (preferably cotton
muslin; no polyester), acrylic paint,
paint brushes, and a water container.
A hair dryer is optional.
South
1 Tuesday
Feb 9
6:30-8:30 pm
$25
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
Southwest
3 Wednesdays
Mar 2-Mar 16
6:30-8:30 pm
$28
Introduction to Japanese
Calligraphy & Culture 1
Immerse yourself in Japanese culture
by learning Shuji, Japanese calligraphy,
and other aspects of the Japanese
language, including pronunciations,
meanings and pictography. A list of
supplies is available online and must
be purchased in advance. Class is held at
Homewood Studios, 2400 Plymouth Ave. N.
Lucy Laney
4 Thursdays
Feb 4-Feb 25 1:30-3:30 pm
$37
Introduction to Japanese
Calligraphy & Culture 2
This class is a continuation of Japanese
Calligraphy 1. Students will choose an
individual project/goal at the beginning
and complete it at the last class. A copy
of the textbook Simple Art of Japanese
Calligraphy is required for the first class.
Class is held at Homewood Studios, 2400
Plymouth Ave. N.
Lucy Laney
4 Thursday
Feb 4-Feb 25 3:45-5:15 pm
$34
www.mplscommunityed.com
The main benefit of using homemade body products is that
you know exactly what ingredients are used and can avoid
ingredients you might be allergic to. Another advantage of
making your own homemade products is that it can save you a
significant amount of money, because all you have to purchase
are the raw ingredients. Most of these classes use natural
ingredients in addition to being homemade.
Bar Soap
Experience the fusion of essential
oils and soothing coconut the oldfashioned, cold process lye soap way.
Wear old clothing with long sleeves,
long pants, toe-covered shoes, eye
protection (glasses acceptable) and
rubber gloves. Students will create
one batch of soap to be divided and
taken home. The second night of class
runs from 6–8 pm. The instructor will
collect a $10 supply fee.
Pratt
1 Mon & Wed
Mar 7-Mar 9
6:00-9:00 pm
$28
Lake Harriet
1 Mon & Wed
Feb 15-Feb 17 6:00-9:00 pm
$28
Laundry Soap
Make homemade laundry soap that’s
as good as commercial laundry soaps.
Made with store-bought products, this
soap brightens, removes greasy stains
and resists fading for only pennies
per load. It is mild enough for those
with allergies. Bring a 2- to 6-cup
covered container to class to bring
home finished soap. The instructor
will collect a $1 supply fee.
Lake Harriet
1 Monday
Feb 22
6:30-8:30 pm
$18
Register online with a VISA or
MasterCard on our secure site:
www.mplscommunityed.com
MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS:
Jesi Werman, Homemade Body
Products instructor at Pratt
Jesi's interest in homemade personal
and home products came from her own
studies of health and skin reactions.
She has conducted technical training
classes at two of Minnesota's Fortune
500 companies, and also enjoys sharing her knowledge through
Community Education.
“J esi's confidence and knowledge on subjects from
homemade laundry soap to tinctures is both informative
and inspiring. They have so inspired me that I now am joint
owner in a bath and body product company. I would never
have had the confidence to start this endeavor without
taking one of Jesi's classes!”
www.mplscommunityed.com
Lip Balm
Know exactly what you’re putting on
your lips with your own homemade,
all-natural lip balms. It is perfect
for yourself or others as a gift. The
class includes a take-home project,
and supplies for this project will be
available in class. Instructor collects
a $6 supply fee.
Lake Harriet
1 Wednesday
Mar 2
6:30-9:00 pm
$21
Arts & Crafts
Homemade Body Products
Tinctures:
Home Remedies
Tinctures aid in sleep, digestion,
alertness and more. They preserve and
concentrate the properties of herbs for
better effect. Start making a four-ounce
tincture to bring home. Instructor
collects a $10 supply fee.
Edison
1 Thursday
Feb 25
6:30-8:30 pm
$21
Valentine Bath Salts
& Bath Oils
Bath salts and oils are easy to make,
soothing to the skin and fragrant
aromatherapy for the soul. Go home
with a bottle to use at home or give as a
gift. Instructor collects a $7 supply fee.
Pratt
1 Wednesday
Feb 3
6:30-9:00 pm
$21
Valentine Lotion
& Massage Oils
Create your own lotions and massage
oils. Go home with a small project and
handouts to create more skin specialties.
Instructor collects a $7 supply fee.
Pratt
1 Monday
Feb 8
6:30-9:00 pm
$21
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
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Arts & Crafts
Painting: Watercolor 1
Explore your creativity while learning
watercolor fundamentals such as
mixing colors, washes, wet-dry
approaches, texture and more. Bring a
watercolor kit and 140# paper to class.
Lake Harriet
4 Wednesdays
Jan 20-Feb 10 7:00-9:00 pm
$38
Painting: Watercolors
Watch demonstrations before you
move into practicing your individual
watercolor projects with the support of
the instructor. Bring photos and object
you would like to paint.
Edison
6 Mon & Tue
Jan 25-Mar 1
6:30-8:30 pm
$46
Knit & Chat
Enjoy a relaxing night with fellow
crafters. Start a new project or finish
an old one. Donation to instructor, call
612.668.1590 for details.
Waite Park
12 Wednesdays
Jan 6-Mar 23
6:30-8:30 pm
Donation
Knitting 1: Scarves
Get a handle on the basics of knitting
and knit your own large gauge scarf.
Bring size 6 or 7 needles and a skein
of worsted weight yarn.
Roosevelt
3 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Feb 10 6:00-8:00 pm
$28
Knitting 2: Socks
Make socks that you can wear proudly
or give as a gift. Leave with instructions
to continue your projects at home. Prerequisite: Knitting 1 class or knowledge
of knit and purl basics. Bring worsted
weight yarn and size 7 or 8 double
pointed needles.
Roosevelt
4 Wednesdays
Feb 24-Mar 16 6:00-8:00 pm
$34
Discounts
UCARE members may deduct
$15 per class or trip.
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Kumihimo Basics
Take braiding to a whole new level with
Kumihimo, an ancient form of Japanese
braid-making. Japanese for “gathered
threads,” Kumihimo uses interlacing
strands to make cords and ribbons. Bring
a braiding cord (pearl cotton), Kumihimo
bobbins, a braiding disk, a closure or
button, and a Kumihimo weight or
heavy washer.
South
1 Thursday
Feb 4
6:30-8:30 pm
$25
Linoleum Printing
Learn linoleum printing techniques to
create dynamic pieces. The instructor
will collect a $25 supply fee to provide
you with a 5" x 7" linoleum block,
linoleum cutter tool and Rives
lightweight paper to take home. Other
supplies will be available during class.
South
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 6:30-8:30 pm
$55
Painting:
Acrylic Painting 2
Painting: Watercolor 2
If you’re already familiar with basic
watercolor techniques, come focus on
abstract techniques with Yupo paper,
Saran Wrap and color mixes. Bring a
photograph or art clipping from home
to work from, a student watercolor set,
watercolor pad, brush and a plastic
container for water.
Lake Harriet
4 Wednesdays
Feb 17-Mar 9
7:00-9:00 pm
$38
Painting:
Watercolor & Ink Art
Create beautiful art by learning
different painting techniques in
watercolor along with pen and ink.
Supplies are required for the first
class; please call the instructor at
612.272.7203 for the supply list.
Expect to pay $10-$15. Instructor:
Zeze Justo.
Barton
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 17 5:30-7:30 pm
$52
Delve into color and composition
exercises, and explore different painting
surfaces. Email the instructor at
[email protected] for a list
of supplies—cost is about $25.
Southwest
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
6:30-8:30 pm
$46
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
www.mplscommunityed.com
Bring your own watercolor supplies
and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere to
focus on your individual projects. The
class will include some instruction and
demonstration.
Roosevelt
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 6:00-8:00 pm
$58
Washburn
7 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Mar 16
7:00-9:00 pm
$52
Palette Up!
Mini Canvas Painting
Socialize, relax and recharge as you
paint a picture across three mini
canvases to be displayed together or
separate.
South
1 Thursday
Mar 3
7:00-9:00 pm
$32
Palette Up!
Monarch Butterfly
Socialize, relax and recharge during an
evening of unrestrained imagination
with step-by-step instruction. You will
complete a painting of a monarch
butterfly with acrylic paints on a 12" x
16" stretched canvas.
South 1 Tuesday
Feb 23
7:00-9:00 pm
$32
Pop-Up Greeting Cards
Use the latest paper-crafting techniques
to create 10 unique pop-up greeting
cards perfect for gifting. You will
utilize photopolymer stamps, a die
cutting machine, dry embossing, punch
boards, hand punches and more. The
instructor will collect a $5 supply fee.
South
1 Wednesday
Jan 27
6:00-9:00 pm
$21
If you have knowledge,
ideas or passions that you
would like to share with
others, consider teaching a
community education class.
Call 612.668.3939 or visit
mplscommunityed.com for
more information.
www.mplscommunityed.com
Pottery 1
Receive an introduction to the methods
of hand building, throwing pots on the
wheel, glazing and firing. Price includes
a supply fee and three basic glazes.
Limited wheel time and no open studio
time. Bring an old hand towel.
Waite Park
7 Mondays
Jan 11-Feb 22
6:30-8:30 pm
$72
Waite Park
7 Tuesdays
Jan 12-Feb 23 12:30-2:30 pm
$72
Pottery: Handbuilt
Learn how to make vessels and other
free form projects by learning basic
handbuilding techniques with clay. You
will coil-build, slab-build and sculpt
with clay. Your creations will be fired
and glazed.
Southwest
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 6:30-9:00 pm
$75
Pottery: Wheel 1
Learn how to properly throw pots and
glaze projects. Pick up your finished
glazed pieces several weeks after the
last class. Fee includes 20 pounds of
stoneware clay, glazes, tools and firing.
Southwest
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
6:30-9:00 pm
$75
Southwest
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:30-9:00 pm
$75
Pottery: Wheel 2
Improve your throwing techniques as
you develop your art. Oxidation firing
of stoneware is provided. Fee includes
20 pounds of stoneware clay, glazes,
tools and firing.
Arts & Crafts
Painting:
Watercolor Studio
Southwest
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 6:30-9:00 pm
$75
Sewing 1
Learn to thread your machine and
sew your own project, no matter your
experience level. Bring your own
sewing machine if you prefer.
Southwest
4 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Feb 16 6:30-9:30 pm
$46
Sewing: Make a
Perfect Winter Hat
Choose from two basic styles for
a winter hat you’ll create to keep
warm this winter. Expect to purchase
fabric for about $10, depending on
which style you select. Quilted lining
and sewing machines are provided.
Instructor collects a $5 supply fee at
the first class.
Southwest
4 Mondays
Jan 25-Feb 22 7:00-9:00 pm
$34
Register Today!
Register online with a VISA or
MasterCard on our secure site:
www.mplscommunityed.com.
It’s quick and easy!
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
WINTER 2016
9
Arts & Crafts
Silk Scarf Painting
Learn the French Serti technique of silk
painting while creating a beautiful scarf.
Create a simple or complex design, and
get startlingly beautiful results.
South
1 Thursday
Jan 28
6:00-9:00 pm
$42
Stained Glass 1
Learn the basic techniques of making
stained glass projects. Bring a notebook
and pen to the first class.
Northeast
6 Mondays
Feb 1-Mar 14
6:30-8:30 pm
$46
Sewing Workshop
Do you have a sewing project with
which you would like some guidance?
Receive help in completing your
project. Pre-requisite: Basic sewing
knowledge. Bring your own sewing
machine if you prefer.
Southwest
4 Tuesdays
Feb 23-Mar 22 6:30-9:30 pm
$46
Southwest
3 Mondays
Feb 29-Mar 14 7:00-9:00 pm
$28
Sewing: Draperies
Learn how to design drapes, select
fabrics, and construct all parts of
the drape. Learn about ordering
drapery supplies and how to prevent
potential problems. Project supplies
will be available to purchase from the
instructor in class.
Southwest
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 8:00-9:30 pm
$46
Sewing: Slipcovers
Protect new furniture or make old
furniture look new again by sewing
slipcovers properly and inexpensively.
Project supplies will be available to
purchase from the instructor in class.
Southwest
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 5:30-6:45 pm
$40
Register online with a VISA or
MasterCard on our secure site:
www.mplscommunityed.com.
It’s quick and easy!
10
WINTER 2016
Sewing: Windowshades
Learn how to make insulated Roman,
Austrian, balloon, and cloud shades
for special needs. You will receive help
selecting fabrics and designing shades
that are best for your project.
Southwest
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 6:45-8:00 pm
$40
Sewing Dolls for
Children in Need
Help create adorable soft dolls to
send to children in Kenya. We will
be machine- and hand-sewing as well
as embroidering and hand-stuffing
the dolls. All skill levels are welcome.
Instructor will provide materials, but
donations of cotton fabrics, trims,
black, brown and pink felt and money
towards shipping are welcomed. It
is helpful to bring your own sewing
scissors and needles, but not required.
Join us to spread some joy.
Ramsey
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:30-8:30 pm
Free
Silk Scarf Dyeing
Make one-of-a-kind silk scarves using
simple kitchen-friendly ingredients.
Experiment with folding and resist
techniques to color three different
scarves that you’ll be proud to wear
or give as a gift. Co-sponsored by the
Weavers Guild of Minnesota. The
instructor will collect a $20 supply fee.
Stained Glass 1:
Glass Panels
Use a copper foil technique and your
choice of pattern to make a stained
glass panel. You will need a glass cutter,
grozing pliers, running pliers, safety
glasses, a soldering iron and an iron
holder. Additional supplies are needed
each week and cost about $80. Please
purchase a tool kit and glass from Glass
Endeavors prior to the first class. Call
612.721.9553 for more information.
Class held at Glass Endeavors, 2716 E.
31st St.
Glass Endeavors 4 Saturdays
Feb 6-Feb 27
10:30 am-1 pm
$40
Glass Endeavors 4 Tuesdays
Feb 2-Feb 23
6:00-8:30 pm
$40
Wood Carving
Discover this ancient craft and create
beautiful pieces. Learn how to design
your own pattern or use existing
patterns, choose wood, sharpen tools,
carve simple figures and put on many
finishing touches. Dress for mess. The
instructor will collect a $4 supply fee.
South
5 Tuesdays
Feb 9-Mar 15
6:30-8:30 pm
$40
Pratt
1 Saturday
Feb 20
10 am-12 pm
$18
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
www.mplscommunityed.com
Practice financial communication skills
with your partner. Acquire tools to build
a better financial relationship, discover
financial resources, create an action plan
and explore how you prioritize financial
decisions.
Southwest
2 Mondays
Jan 25-Feb 8
7:00-9:00 pm
No class Mar 1$21
Finance: Smart
Money Decisions
Business & Consumer
5 Steps to Financial
Wellbeing for Widows
This practical financial advice can help
you understand your current financial
situation and how to manage risk,
invest wisely, reduce taxes and create
an estate strategy. Friends and family
members are welcome.
Southwest
1 Wednesday
Feb 10
6:00-7:30 pm
$18
Are You Ready to
Start a Small Business?
Find out what it takes to create a business
plan and start a small business in the
Twin Cities. Offered in cooperation
with the Small Business Administration
and SCORE.
Roosevelt
1 Monday
Mar 14
6:45-8:45 pm
$18
Avoiding Probate
& Preserving Assets
Learn about a living trust and how
it can be used to avoid probate while
allowing you to retain control of your
assets. Learn other ways to avoid
probate and plan for the preservation
of assets in case of future nursing
home costs.
Southwest
1 Monday
Feb 22
7:00-9:00 pm
$18
www.mplscommunityed.com
Divorce: Starting Over
with Financial Confidence
Discover how to get through divorce
by learning financial strategies that
will leave you feeling empowered and
comfortable instead of stressed.
Southwest
1 Tuesday
Jan 26
6:00-7:30 pm
$18
Event Promotion
Nobody likes an empty house—get
the word out about your event! This
workshop will focus on some of the often
overlooked ways to get the press you need
for events and performances. If you want
people to know what you are doing and
you want the press to help, there are some
bases you need to cover. Too often, the
basic things are overlooked, as well as
some less obvious things you can do that
help more than you can imagine.
Learn how to set priorities in your
spending plan, why your credit report
matters, how to save for short and long
term, and how to whittle away debt.
Southwest
2 Mondays
Feb 22-Mar 7
7:00-9:00 pm
No class Feb 29$21
Health Care Directives
Complete and execute a health care
directive during class, and learn why you
should plan ahead for making health care
decisions you may be unable to make
when the time comes. Register for Van
Cleve Park class by calling 612.668.1100.
Van Cleve Park is located at 901 15th Ave. S.E.
Van Cleve Park 1 Thursday
Mar 3
10:00-11:00 am
Free
Roosevelt
1 Monday
Feb 29
6:30-8:00 pm
Free
Business & Consumer
Finance: Money for Two
Find us on Facebook!
facebook.com/MplsCommEd
Henry
1 Monday
Feb 22
6:30-8:30 pm
$18
Finance: College
Planning Strategies
Learn how academics, admissions and
financial strategies can work together
to help you save money on college.
Southwest
1 Tuesday
Jan 26
6:00-7:30 pm
$18
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
WINTER 2016
11
Business/Real Estate
Duplex & Multi-Unit
Housing
Real Estate
An Essential Guide to
Buying Your First Home
Your dream home is out there. You
just need to know how to get it. Learn
about government grants, first-time
homebuyer programs, loan options
and more. Understand how to
maximize your money and achieve
the lifestyle you want as you dive into
purchasing a home.
Edison
1 Thursday
Feb 4
6:30-9:00 pm
$21
Pratt
1 Wednesday
Feb 24
6:30-9:00 pm
$21
Buying a Home in
Today’s Market
Learn about what to look for when
buying a home, best times to buy,
price ranges and costs, financing, loan
qualifying, purchase agreements, tax
advantages and how to evaluate
house structures.
Southwest
1 Tuesday
Feb 2
6:30-8:00 pm
$18
CLCLT: An Affordable
Home Ownership Option
Learn about the City of Lakes
Community Land Trust (CLCLT)
and permanently affordable home
ownership options and opportunities in
Minneapolis. The CLCLT will provide
a variety of training opportunities and
other services to first-time homeowners
and can provide crucial support if
you face unexpected home repairs or
financial problems.
Henry
1 Wednesday
Feb 17
6:30-8:30 pm
Free
12
WINTER 2016
Learn how to complete a rental
property worksheet, understand the
tax benefits of owning real estate, and
discuss the pros and cons of owning
rental property. You will receive a free
copy of Rich Dad, Poor Dad’s Guide to
Real Estate Investing.
Lake Harriet
1 Wednesday
Feb 10
6:30-8:30 pm
$18
Foreclosures, Shorts
Sales & Hud Homes
Discover the advantages and
disadvantages of Hud homes,
foreclosures and short sales. If you
haven’t owned a house in the past
three years, you may qualify for firsttime homebuyer money. Learn about
the different types of financing, down
payment assistance, city funding and
free grant money.
Waite Park
1 Monday
Feb 1
6:30-8:00 pm
$18
How to Keep the
Cabin in the Family
Division of an estate can lead to
bitter battles between siblings and
impact relationships forever. Learn
how to keep your cabin, farm or
business in the family without a
family conflict.
Lake Harriet
1 Wednesday
Feb 24
6:30-8:00 pm
$18
Real Estate: A Great
Way to Make a Living
Looking for a career that will provide
you with a great income? Learn
how to obtain a real estate license,
and hear about the various training
formats available. You will see a stepby-step method for earning $60,000
a year.
Lake Harriet
1 Monday
Feb 22
6:30-8:30 pm
$18
There are no classes on
Monday, February 15.
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
Selling a Home
for More Money
Get answers to your questions about
what a buyer wants in your home,
how to prepare your home to be put
on the market, whether or not you
should use a Realtor to sell it, and
much more. Also discover the No. 1
secret that could return thousands of
dollars to you.
Lake Harriet
1 Wednesday
Feb 3
6:30-9:00 pm
$21
Roosevelt
1 Monday
Feb 22
7:00-9:00 pm
$18
Selling a Home in
Today’s Market
Get answers to your questions about
what a buyer wants in your home,
how to prepare your home to be put
on the market, whether or not you
should use a Realtor to sell it, and
much more.
Southwest
1 Tuesday
Feb 9
6:30-8:00 pm
$18
Senior Housing
Learn about options for selling or
staying in your home, compare
condos with co-ops and understand
the expenses of buying and selling.
Southwest
1 Tuesday
Feb 16
6:30-8:00 pm
$18
Smart Home Buying:
What Every Home
Buyer Needs to Know
Learn about what to look for when
buying a home, best times to buy,
price ranges and costs, financing, loan
qualifying, purchase agreements, tax
advantages and how to evaluate house
structures. Discover how to turn a hot
market to your advantage.
Lake Harriet
1 Wednesday
Mar 2
6:30-9:00 pm
$21
Roosevelt
1 Monday
Mar 7
7:00-9:00 pm
$18
www.mplscommunityed.com
Learn about the Index Strategy and
how you can save money now to
produce cash flow later in retirement.
Your money is never in the stock market,
so you don’t have any downturn or loss.
Lake Harriet
1 Wednesday
Feb 17
6:30-8:30 pm
$18
Waite Park
1 Thursday
Mar 10
6:30-8:00 pm
$18
Savvy Social
Security Planning
Health Care for Seniors
Are you or a loved one turning 65?
Already there? How do the government
programs work and what are parts
A, B, C and D? Find out what is
covered and what isn’t, when to sign
up and what it means to you. Learn
about long term care, nursing homes,
the government spend-down, the
Partnership Act and the Affordable
Health Care for America Act. You will
get the information you need to help
you make your decisions.
Henry
1 Monday
Feb 8
6:00-7:30 pm
Free
How to Become a
Community Education
Teacher
Learn how you can get paid to share
your passion with others when you
teach with Community Education.
This class is free, but registration
is required. Please register for the
Southwest class by Feb. 8.
Henry
1 Monday
Feb 1
7:00-8:00 pm
Free
Southwest
1 Wednesday
Feb 10
7:15-8:30 pm
Free
Register Today!
Register now and make sure
you get into your favorite
classes! We’re online at:
www.mplscommunityed.com.
www.mplscommunityed.com
Income Tax in Retirement
Understand the tax implications you
will face in retirement in order to
implement strategies early on that will
reduce the tax burden over your lifetime.
Roosevelt
1 Monday
Jan 25
6:00-7:30 pm
$18
Southwest
1 Tuesday
Feb 9
6:00-7:30 pm
$18
Southwest
1 Wednesday
Mar 2
6:00-7:30 pm
$18
Medicare ABCs & D
Get prepared to make Medicare
decisions when you turn 65. Learn
about premiums, co-insurance and
deductibles, when and how to enroll,
supplemental insurance policies, and
Medicare Part D.
Waite Park
1 Tuesday
Jan 26
6:30-8:00 pm
Free
Learn five factors to consider in
deciding when to apply for Social
Security benefits, how to minimize
taxes on those benefits, and how to
coordinate Social Security with other
sources of retirement income.
Roosevelt
1 Monday
Feb 8
6:00-7:30 pm
$18
Washburn
1 Wednesday
Mar 2
6:00-7:30 pm
$18
Social Media 1: Getting
Started & How to Create
a Digital Strategy
Understand how both minor and
major brands are successfully using
Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, Youtube,
LinkedIn and Google+, and learn how
to create a strategic digital marketing
plan that works for your business. A
Wi-Fi-enabled laptop, notebook, folder
and smart phone are recommended.
Business & Consumer
Retirement Strategies
Roosevelt
1 Wednesday
Feb 10
6:00-8:00 pm
$18
Roosevelt
1 Wednesday
Feb 10
6:30-8:30 pm
Free
Southwest
1 Thursday
Feb 18
7:00-8:30 pm
Free
Washburn
1 Monday
Feb 22
6:30-8:30 pm
Free
Pratt
1 Tuesday
Mar 8
6:30-8:30 pm
Free
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
WINTER 2016
13
Business/Clases en Español
Clases de Enriquecimiento
Adultos en Español
Estas clases interesantes de enriquecimiento para adultos estarán
facilitadas en español. Si quiere información más detallada sobre
las clases o para inscribirse, favor de visitar nuestra página web
www.mplscommunityed.com o llame a Comunidad Educativa
en Andersen al 612.668.4215. ¡Gracias!
Costura
El objetivo general del curso es
desarrollar las destrezas básicas del
estudiante a través de proyectos
que resumen los fundamentos en la
costura. Si tienes experiencia previa,
sigue mejorando tus habilidades y
aprende nuevas técnicas. Las clases
incluyen identificación y cuidado de
las herramientas, equipo y materiales.
Se trabaja con el patrón comercial.
Andersen
4 miercoles
Ene 6-Ene 27
5:30-7:00 pm
$28
Andersen
4 miercoles
Feb 3-Feb 24
5:30-7:00 pm
$28
Centro Deportivo
Usa maquinas cardiovasculares y de
pesas en un centro deportivo. Después
de una orientación, los participantes
pueden asistir y hacer ejercicio
durante las horas designadas.
Andersen
10 lunes
Ene 4-Mar 21
5:30-7:00 pm
$20
Andersen
12 miercoles
Ene 6-Mar 23
5:30-7:00 pm
$24
Andersen
8 sábados
Ene 23-Mar 19 9:00-10:30 am
No hay clase 2/13$16
¿Hay clases que le
gustaría que ofrecieramos?
¡Déjenos saber!
Llame a Comunidad Educativa
en Andersen al 612.668.4215
o correo electrónico a
[email protected].
14
WINTER 2016
Andersen
4 miercoles
Mar 2-Mar 23
5:30-7:00 pm
$28
Google Drive
Aprende a usar Google Drive
para trabajar con el procesador de
cartas, hojas de cálculo y más. Las
lecciones serán diseñadas alrededor
de las necesidades y los intereses de los
estudiantes de la clase. La clase se enseña
en computadoras Windows/PC.
Andersen
9 martes
Ene 26-Mar 22 10 am-12 pm
$18
Andersen
7 sábados
Ene 30-Mar 19 10:00-11:30 am
No hay clase 2/13$14
Andersen
7 sábados
Ene 30-Mar 19 11:30 am-1 pm
No hay clase 2/13$14
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
Social Media 2: Finding
Your Target Buyer & How
to Leverage Your Content
to Drive Results
Create your voice and find your market
through buyer personas and research.
Learn how to leverage your content to
build a brand strategy and drive web
traffic. Gain an overview of mobile
marketing and top brands that leverage
content to build an online audience. A
Wi-Fi-enabled laptop, notebook, folder
and smart phone are recommended.
Roosevelt
1 Wednesday
Feb 17
6:00-8:00 pm
$18
Will: Prepare Your Own
Everything is provided for you to
prepare a simple will by the end of class.
Spouses need to register separately and
prepare separate wills. Come prepared,
knowing who you want to receive your
belongings, who you want to serve
as executor, and who you want to be
guardian of your minor children. Bring
a blue pen.
Edison
1 Monday
Feb 29
6:00-8:30 pm
$41
Roosevelt
1 Wednesday
Feb 3
6:00-8:30 pm
$41
Your Money & Your Honey
Whether you are newly married or
have been for years, you’re sure to
benefit from these seven tips to help
you and your sweetheart talk finances.
Learn new strategies to assist with
financial goal setting, uncover your
personal money style and learn what
communication strategies will help you
talk about money with your significant
other. Identify communication gaps and
strategies to work effectively together to
build a financially secure future.
Roosevelt
1 Wednesday
Mar 2
6:30-8:00 pm
$18
Register now and make sure
you get into your favorite
classes! We’re online at:
www.mplscommunityed.com.
www.mplscommunityed.com
Adobe Illustrator
Create distinctive vector-based artwork
for any project with Adobe Illustrator.
This program is used by professionals
to design logos, advertisements, and
original graphics. Learn the basics
to start creating your own projects at
home. Pre-requisite: Knowledge of the
Internet and computers.
South
2 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Feb 9
6:00-9:00 pm
$40
Adobe InDesign 1
Computers & Technology
Android App
Development
Develop, install and take home your
own Android app. Good keyboarding
skills and knowledge of PC computers
are required. Bring a flash drive to save
your work.
Washburn
6 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 2
6:00-8:00 pm
$58
Buying & Selling on eBay
and Other Internet Sites
Sites like eBay and Etsy are a great
way to make money! Get a running
start at buying and selling online.
Learn how to create great titles, write
good descriptions, and take attractive
pictures so you can post your first
auction.
Lake Harriet
1 Monday
Mar 14
7:00-9:00 pm
$18
Internet Security
Workshop
Protect files and important details on
your computer from problems caused
by hackers, viruses, and other Internet
attacks.
Southwest
1 Tuesday
Feb 23
7:00-8:30 pm
$18
www.mplscommunityed.com
Social Media Marketing
Learn the best practices in social
media through Facebook, Google+,
Instagram, Twitter and more. This
class is intended for individuals,
entrepreneurs, small business owners,
non-profits or anyone trying to gain
a better understanding of online
marketing and social media. Prerequisite: Basic Internet knowledge
and skills.
Washburn
1 Wednesday
Feb 3
6:00-9:00 pm
$24
Adobe InDesign is used to create layouts
for brochures, newsletters, books and
more. Learn how to lay out your own
pages with text, color, graphics and
photos. Pre-requisite: Knowledge of
the Internet and computers.
South
2 Thursdays
Mar 3-Mar 10
6:00-9:00 pm
$40
Adobe InDesign 2
Add to your skill set in this level 2 Adobe
InDesign class. Learn how to format
text, choose the right typeface and
font, and get more creative with color
and graphics. Pre-requisite: Experience
with InDesign and knowledge of the
Internet and computers.
South
2 Thursdays
Mar 10-Mar 17 6:00-9:00 pm
$40
MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS:
Computers & Technology
MAC CLASSES
Nik Langlois, Computer class
instructor at South
Nikolai (Nik) Langlois has worked as a
web applications developer for the last
10+ years. His clients have included The
Red Cross, the Universities of Utah and
Minnesota, public television stations in
Utah (KUED) and Minnesota (TPT), Utah’s Hogle Zoo, various
state agencies and PBS. He is currently employed by University
of Minnesota Physicians as a senior applications developer.
“Nik is articulate and informed—gives a good overview.”
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
WINTER 2016
15
Computers & Technology
Microsoft Access 1
Learn to create tables, the building
blocks of a database, the basics of
table relationships, and steps to keep
data entry errors to a minimum. Build
basic forms and reports and mailing
labels within Access. Apply filters to
table data to limit results.
Washburn
1 Tuesday
Feb 2
6:00-9:00 pm
$24
iPhone & iPad App
Development: Xcode &
Objective C for Beginners
Gain a basic level of comfort using
Xcode and Objective C to build and
run a simple iPhone app. Learn how
to build the graphic elements of an
interface in XCode, import graphics
and app icons, bring apps to life with
Objective C and test apps using the
iPhone simulator. Bring your Mac
laptop, and be prepared to download
and install Apple’s free iPhone software
development kit during the first session.
Southwest
6 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 6:30-8:30 pm
No class Feb 11$58
PC/WINDOWS CLASSES
Google Analytics
Microsoft Access 2
Expand your knowledge of Microsoft
Access 2010. Create advanced queries,
create forms with subforms and grouping
levels, and add search capability to forms.
Import data into an Access table and
troubleshoot import errors.
Washburn
1 Tuesday
Feb 16
6:00-9:00 pm
$24
WordPress Workshop
Explore menus, themes, posts and
pages as you’re guided through the
workings of WordPress.
Southwest
6 Tuesdays
Feb 2-Mar 15
7:00-9:00 pm
$58
WINTER 2016
WordPress 2
Further develop your website from
WordPress 1. We will cover using
themes, widgets and menus in-depth.
You will learn to customize your site
or theme using CSS, utilizing antispam techniques such as Akismet
and learning how to leverage Jetpack.
Pre-requisite: Previous WordPress
experience and knowledge of the
Internet and computers.
South
2 Tuesdays
Mar 8-Mar 15
6:00-9:00 pm
$34
Topics include:
➤ Accounting & Finance
➤ Business, Law & Legal
➤ Design & Composition
➤ Health Care & Medical
➤ Languages & Arts
➤ Computer Applications
➤ Personal Development
Microsoft Excel 1
16
South
2 Tuesdays
Feb 16-Feb 23 6:00-9:00 pm
$34
Learn anytime, anywhere—on your schedule!
South
2 Thursdays
Feb 11-Feb 18
6:00-9:00 pm
$34
Washburn
1 Wednesday
Jan 27
6:00-9:00 pm
$24
Discover the basics of designing,
editing and maintaining your
WordPress website or blog. Whether
it’s for personal use or your small
business, you will gain the skills to
edit your website quickly and easily.
Bring your own laptop to class. Prerequisite: Knowledge of the Internet
and computers.
Ed2Go Online Classes
Google Analytics is one of the
premier tools for analyzing web traffic
data. Learn the dynamics of online
marketing and website traffic statistics.
Pre-requisite: Knowledge of the
Internet and computers.
Excel can be used for more than just
accounting. Learn how to use formulas,
charts and basic functions of Excel for
work, school or home. Prerequisite:
A beginning computer class or the
equivalent.
WordPress 1
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Learn to bake breads that are hard
to find locally, including Nordic
bread from Norway, black bread
from Germany, whole wheat bread
from England and potato bread from
Finland. Instructor will collect an $8
supply fee in class.
Lake Harriet
1 Monday
Feb 29
6:00-9:00 pm
$21
Cooking
Appetizers
Go beyond the menu to learn the
secrets of easy, stress-free entertaining
at home. The menu includes the
ultimate cheeseboard and a dip trio
sure to bring color and flavor to the
coldest season. Instructor collects a
$10 supply fee.
Ramsey
1 Monday
Jan 25
6:00-8:30 pm
$21
Appetizers
Create more than 20 appetizers in
less than 20 minutes from start to
finish! Selections include recipes
for spreads, hearty appetizers, dips,
dippers, nibbles, hot appetizers and
more. Enjoy the selections during
class or take your samples home. The
instructor will collect a $15 supply fee.
Lake Harriet
1 Monday
Feb 22
5:30-8:30 pm
$21
Artisan Food Gifts
Great gifts are beautiful, hand-made
or delicious. The very best gifts are
all three! Join us to sample some gifts
made by local food artisans, and then
make your own food gifts like small
batch jams, infused oils, spice blends
and savory snacks. Leave with a few to
take home. The instructor will collect a
$12 supply fee.
Southwest
1 Wednesday
Feb 10
6:30-9:00 pm
$24
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Building Knife Skills:
Basic Cuts
Artisan Ice Creams
Practice basic techniques to make ice
cream and sorbets at home. Dream
up creative flavors for ice creams (like
Norwegian cheese and cherries or
Kona coffee crunch) and mix-ins (like a
sweet pineapple jam or a savory sesame
crumble). The instructor will collect a
$12 supply fee.
Southwest
1 Wednesday
Feb 17
6:30-9:00 pm
$24
Asian Appetizers
Whether you wrap it in a wonton
wrapper, rice paper, lettuce or seaweed,
all the best small bites can be found
in Asia. Flex your culinary muscles to
learn and simplify party foods that are
sure to impress, like succulent Chinese
potstickers, satisfying Japanese sushi
rolls, fresh Vietnamese spring rolls and
more. The instructor will collect a $12
supply fee.
Cooking
Breads of Europe
Learn what to look for in a good
kitchen knife: easy to use, less expensive
to buy and easy to maintain. When the
occasion calls for a pleasing uniformity
to your dices, julienne strips and roll
cuts, you’ll be happy to have practiced
these and other useful culinary cuts.
Bring a closed container to bring home
your vegetable cuts. The instructor will
collect a $5 supply fee.
Southwest
1 Tuesday
Jan 26
6:00-9:00 pm
$28
Chocolate:
Salted & Spiced
Expand your enjoyment of chocolate
as you learn to use it in turkey breast
mole, black bean enchiladas with mole
sauce, sea salt-spiked brownies and
chocolate-chipotle shortbread.
Roosevelt
1 Tuesday
Feb 9
6:00-9:00 pm
$21
Southwest
1 Wednesday
Jan 27
6:30-9:00 pm
$24
Biscotti
Learn the mysteries of the unusual
Italian dessert that’s ideal for dipping
in beverages. It also makes a delicious
gift! Bring a container to take home
samples. The instructor will collect an
$8 supply fee in class.
Lake Harriet
1 Monday
Feb 8
6:00-9:00 pm
$21
There are no classes on
Monday, February 15.
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Cooking
MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS:
Jen Antila, Cooking instructor
at Washburn
“Jen brings a sense of adventure
and creativity to the kitchen,
using taste tests to engage the
senses, sharing her professional
tool collection and of course
enjoying fun food family-style.”
Glorious Gluten-Free
Traditional Cakes
If you love baking and eating beautiful
cakes, don’t resort to expensive,
commercial, gluten-free mixes. The
class will focus on a Mediterranean
orange-almond cake, a chocolate-nut
cake, and a dense ultra-chocolate cocoa
cake. Bring a closed container to take
home your share of cakes.
Southwest
1 Monday
Feb 22
6:00-9:00 pm
$28
Cooking Without a Recipe
Have you ever wanted to grocery
shop based on what appeals to you
instead of what is written on a list?
Do you find yourself throwing away
food you bought a few days ago?
Engage your creativity and learn how
ratios, chemistry, and classical cooking
techniques lead to fabulous food —
without the limitation of a recipe.
Instructor collects a $10 supply fee.
Ramsey
1 Monday
Feb 22
6:00-8:30 pm
$21
Fermentation: Making
Sauerkraut & Kimchi
Receive the tools and knowledge for
fermenting your own sauerkraut or
kimchee at home. Leave with a kit to
make small-scale fermentation projects
at home. The instructor will collect a
$15 supply fee.
Southwest
1 Wednesday
Mar 2
7:00-8:30 pm
$18
Flatbreads
We will prepare rosemary and onion
focaccia wheat bread, as well as wheat
pretzels. The instructor will collect an
$8 supply fee.
Southwest
1 Monday
Feb 1
6:00-9:00 pm
$21
French Baking:
Elaborate French Desserts
After a quick review of the fundamental
principals of French baking, instructor
Said Abdelli will demonstrate a more
elaborate dessert: Paris Brest, a pastry
cream-filled patachou ring. Instructor
collects a $10 supply fee. Class held
at Windom Community Center, 5843
Wentworth Ave S.
Windom CC
1 Monday
Feb 22
6:00-9:00 pm
$21
French Crepes
There are restaurant in France that
only serve crepe dinners. They are
very common in Brittany, and are
called “creperies.” In this class, we
will demonstrate how to prepare a
crepe dinner, starting with a savory
crepe filled with eggs, mushroom or
ham, and finishing with a dessert
crepe like the classic Crepe Suzette
or simply butter and sugar. Students
will be encouraged to prepare their
own combinations. Instructor collects
a $10 supply fee. Class held at Windom
Community Center, 5843 Wentworth Ave. S.
Windom CC
1 Monday
Feb 29
6:00-9:00 pm
$21
Kitchen Knife Skills:
Seasonal
Ignore other knives and focus on how
to properly hold and utilize the knife a
chef uses 99% of the time. Bring your
own knife and cutting board. Instructor
collects a $10 supply fee.
Ramsey
1 Monday
Feb 1
6:00-8:30 pm
$21
My Big Fat Greek
Cooking Class
Hear about Greek recipes from a family
that recently visited Greece! Learn
recipes for fresh Greek salads with zesty
tzatziki, fluffy pita, creamy eggplant
moussaka, and flaky, sweet, syrupy
baklava. The instructor will collect a
$12 supply fee.
Southwest
1 Wednesday
Feb 24
6:30-9:00 pm
$24
Pasta: Make Your Own!
No special tools, appliances or
equipment needed here! Learn how
to make fresh and tasty pasta from
scratch. Leave class knowing how to
adjust ingredient ratios to achieve
the ideal texture and how to use your
current kitchen tools to turn pasta
dough into multiple shapes (including
fettucine, lasagna, bowtie, orechiette
and others). Instructor collects a $10
supply fee.
Ramsey
1 Monday
Feb 8
6:00-8:30 pm
$21
There are no classes on Monday, February 15.
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Cooking
Pasta: Simplified
Discover delicious pasta dishes,
including stir fried broccoli and walnut
sauce, fettuccini with tuna garlic and
cream sauce, spinach pasta with almond
sauce and three pepper pasta, Indianstyle. The instructor will collect a $10
supply fee.
Lake Harriet
1 Monday
Feb 22
6:00-9:00 pm
$21
Risotto
Learn to use arbario and roma rice
with confidence in preparing four
delicious risottos: pumpkin, sage,
and red chilies risotto; onion risotto
with sun-dried tomatoes; parma ham
and sweet potato risotto; and roasted
pork, parsnip, and apple risotto. The
instructor will collect an $8 supply fee.
Southwest
1 Monday
Jan 25
6:00-9:00 pm
$21
Spanish Cuisine 2
Cook and taste your own tortilla de
patatas and Serrano ham croquetas.
Also learn three other significant,
yummy meals from different regions of
Spain where olive oil is always a must.
Southwest
1 Thursday
Feb 25
6:00-9:00 pm
$24
Tea Time: Exploring
the World of Tea
Tea novices are invited to taste samples
of black, oolong, green, white and dark
tea while learning about the history of
tea. Participants will receive samples to
take home.
Pratt
1 Saturday
Feb 27
10 am-12 pm
$20
“Tin Chef” Cook-Off
Calling all food enthusiasts! It’s time for the fourth annual
Southwest Community Education “Tin Chef” Cook-Off! Similar
to popular cooking competition shows Top Chef and Chopped,
we’ll transform our kitchen into contest central as four teams
battle it out for the winning dishes! Join in the competition or
watch from the audience as teams prepare two dishes from
scratch, complete with the chaos of surprise ingredients and
outlandish comedy and entertainment throughout!
“Tin Chef” Team Contestants
Create a team of three members (three participants and an alternate)
to participate in the Tin Chef Cook-Off. Each team will purchase its
own groceries. Teams must prepare two dishes using three specific
ingredients, two which will be shared ahead of time and one which
will be revealed the night of the contest. Participants must be at least
18 years old. Team registration is by phone only and is first-come,
first-served.
Orientation: Wednesday, February 3 • 7:00-8:00 pm • Kitchen
Contest: Wednesday, February 17 • 6:00-10:00 pm • Kitchen
Registration Fee: $36/Team
“Tin Chef” Audience Members
Audience attendance is open to all ages, but you must pre-register.
Seats will fill quickly, so register today!
Wednesday, February 17 • 7:00-9:00 pm • Kitchen • $5
Register online at www.mplscommunityed.com
or call 612.668.3100 for more information.
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Cooking/Dance
Valentine Ravioli
Making ravioli is easy and fun, a
great way to enjoy time with a friend,
significant other or kids. You should
bring two bowls, a mixing spoon, clean
dish towel and a rolling pin and you will
leave with a platter of ravioli to cook
at home along with the know-how to
make plenty more. Bring a child for
no extra charge or talk a friend into
registering, too, or just come alone
to keep your Valentine’s Day meal
plans a secret. Instructor collects a $5
supply fee.
Henry
1 Monday
Feb 8
6:30-8:30 pm
$18
Vegan Cooking
Learn to prepare several vegan dishes
that are both decadent and nourishing:
kale salad, a green smoothie, vegan
mac and cheese, and dessert. All are
welcome, from strict vegans to curious
carnivores. The food is gluten-free
friendly. The instructor will collect a
$10 supply fee.
Southwest
1 Thursday
Mar 3
6:30-8:30 pm
$21
Winter Party Cookies
Learn to make plenty of sweet treats
you can pile high on a cookie table for
celebratory occasions. Make peanut
butter buckeyes, nut kolachi, pizzelle,
biscotti, ladyfingers and other local
family favorites. Bring your own
baggies to take some home. The
instructor will collect a $12 supply fee.
Southwest
1 Wednesday
Feb 3
6:30-9:00 pm
$24
Dance
Appalachian Clogging 1
Beginners, learn basic clogging steps,
listening skills, how to improvise with
foot percussion and more. Wear
comfortable, smooth-soled shoes
(leather is best) to slide on wood floors.
Please, no tap shoes.
Pratt
6 Mondays
Feb 1-Mar 14
6:30-7:30 pm
$34
Appalachian Clogging 2
Get exercise and have fun expanding
your experience with clogging. Prerequisite: At least one previous clogging
class. Wear comfortable, smooth-soled
shoes (leather is best) to slide on wood
floors. Please, no tap shoes.
Pratt
6 Mondays
Feb 1-Mar 14
7:45-9:00 pm
$40
Ballet
Perform warm-ups and basic positions
and work on center combinations.
Receive individual corrections for
alignment and positioning. Wear
comfortable workout or dance clothes.
Edison
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:20-8:15 pm
$34
Ballroom Dance 1
Learn a dance repertoire that makes it
easy to get out on the dance floor. This
class will cover the foxtrot, waltz, swing,
rumba and more.
Southwest
7 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 17 7:45-9:00 pm
No class Feb 11$45
Ballroom Dance 2
Increase your confidence as you learn
additional step patterns and styling in
the swing, foxtrot, waltz, tango, cha
cha, rumba and samba. Pre-requisite:
Know 2-3 basic steps in each dance.
Southwest
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
7:45-9:00 pm
$45
Ballroom Dance 3
Continue your dancing pleasure
as you learn more complex step
patterns in the swing, foxtrot, cha-cha,
tango, waltz, rumba, and samba. Prerequisite: Know 4-5 step patterns in
each of these dances.
Southwest
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 7:45-9:00 pm
$45
Discounts
UCARE members may deduct
$15 per class or trip.
There are no classes on
Monday, February 15.
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Belly Dance 1
Improve flexibility, creativity, control
and grace in a comfortable atmosphere.
Wear workout clothes or dance wear.
Dance barefoot or wear soft sandals or
ballet slippers. Bring a scarf to accent
hip movements.
Edison
7 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 7:45-9:00 pm
$45
Southwest
6 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 2
7:30-9:00 pm
$42
Pratt
6 Saturdays
Jan 30-Mar 5
11:00 am-12:15 pm
$36
Belly Dance 2
Improve flexibility, creativity, control
and grace in a comfortable atmosphere.
Wear workout clothes or dance wear.
Dance barefoot or wear soft sandals or
ballet slippers. Bring a scarf to accent
hip movements.
Edison
7 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 6:10-7:40 pm
$45
Pratt
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 6:30-7:30 pm
$35
Belly Dance 3
Advanced students will combine
technique conditioning with ethnic,
fusion and other styles of Middle
Eastern dance. Finger cymbals are
required, and other props may be used.
Pratt
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 7:45-8:45 pm
$35
Bollywood: Contemporary
Indian Dance
Get a great cardio and fat-burning
workout through elements of Indian
dances such as Bhangra, and learn to
fuse to your own style and give yourself
some “Hindian flavor” while doing it!
Edison
6 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Mar 9
7:10-8:40 pm
$42
Dances for Wedding
Receptions
Gain a useful set of moves that can
translate across dances, and learn
essentials for the waltz, salsa dancing,
club dancing and more. Register by
yourself or with a partner at Northeast
and Jefferson. Please register with a
partner at Washburn.
Northeast
6 Tuesdays
Feb 2-Mar 15
6:30-7:30 pm
$31/Person
Washburn
5 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Mar 2
7:00-8:30 pm
$36/Person
Jefferson
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 6:30-8:15 pm
$46/Person
Improvisational Dance
What better way to stay warm this winter
than through dance? Improvisational
dance is a guided process of
spontaneously creating movement.
Leave class with improved physical
intelligence and more confidence in
your creative self.
South
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 17 6:15-7:15 pm
$38
Register now and make sure you get into your favorite classes!
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Irish Step Dance
Learn reels, jigs and other basic
steps of this energetic dance form,
and learn how to put those steps to
modern music. Wear close-fitting
pants, breathable tops and non-slip
socks or soft ballet flats.
Pratt
6 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 2
8:00-9:00 pm
$31
Latin Dance 1
Dance the merengue, bachata, chacha-cha, salsa and cumbia, and get
familiar with the footwork styles and
music for each dance.
Southwest
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 24 6:30-7:45 pm
No class Feb 11$50
Latin Dance 2
Continue expanding the skills you’ve
acquired in Latin Dance 1.
Southwest
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 24 7:45-8:45 pm
No class Feb 11$42
Latin Dance: Bachata
Discover the steps involved in the
bachata, a romantic dance that often
means it’s party time.
Southwest
4 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Feb 17 7:00-8:00 pm
$26
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Dance
MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS:
Jeremy Bensussan,
Tap instructor at Pratt
Born and raised in the Twin Cities,
Jeremy earned a BFA in Dance from
the University of Minnesota. He has
performed with Minnesota Dance
Theatre, Minnesota Opera, Flying Foot
Forum, Out on a Limb, Keane Sense of Rhythm, and New York
ensembles Dusan Tynek Dance Company and The Bang Group.
His musical theater credits include French Twist and Heaven at
the Guthrie and La Cage Aux Folles at Bloomington Civic Theater
and regional producer for the world premiere musical, Golden
Boys. Jeremy was nominated for a 2014 MN SAGE Award for
Outstanding Performer and the recipient of a 2015 SAGE Award
for Outstanding Performance.
“Jeremy’s tap class has furthered my tap experience and
taught me about the technical elements of dance.”
Line Dancing
Learn line dance basics and
choreography to at least five popular
songs that you can show off in social
hot spots.
Pratt
5 Tuesdays
Feb 16-Mar 15 7:45-8:45 pm
$28
Modern Dance: Beginning
Achieve mind/body focus, relieve stress
and feel energized while understanding
how to move with ease. Learn positions,
terminology and movement associated
with modern dance. Wear comfortable
clothes that allow you to see the line of
your body.
Roosevelt
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:15-8:45 pm
$42
Mardi Gras Dance
Fundamentals
Learn all the hot moves you need
to partake in upcoming Mardi Gras
festivities, including Cajun, zydeco and
haterz line dance. Wear comfortable
dance shoes.
Pratt
3 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Feb 9
7:45-9:00 pm
$25
Salsa Dance 1
Add some spice to your dance life when
you learn the salsa’s basic rhythm and
step and turn combinations.
Ramsey
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 7:40-8:40 pm
$35
Soul Line Dance
Discover the dance that’s similar to
country line dance, but uses soul,
funk and R&B music. Soul line dance
offers the fun of dancing with others
without the need for a partner. Learn
basic steps from The Wobble, Cupid
Shuffle and more.
Swing Dance 2
Master additional steps and sequences
in one- and three-step swing dances.
Pre-requisite: Know at least four to five
patterns in swing.
Southwest
7 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 17 6:30-7:30 pm
No class Feb 11$38
Swing Dance:
West Coast Swing
Have fun with the flexibility of swing
dance’s various spin counts, and get
great exercise at the same time.
Southwest
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
6:30-7:30 pm
$38
Tap 1
Get introduced to basic steps and tap
routines suitable for beginners. Tap
shoes preferred.
Pratt
6 Saturdays
Jan 30-Mar 5
10:15-11:15 am
$34
Southwest
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
6:00-7:00 pm
$34
Tap 2
Expand your knowledge of tap by
adding steps and combinations to
improve your technique, articulation
and rhythm. Tap shoes preferred.
Pratt
6 Saturdays
Jan 30-Mar 5
11:30 am-12:30 pm
$34
Henry
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 7:30-8:30 pm
$38
Swing Dance 1
Learn the one-step and three-step
swings and their many patterns and
turns, all while burning calories.
Southwest
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:30-7:30 pm
$38
Ramsey
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 6:30-7:30 pm
$35
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Enjoy a high-energy workout with
fun and lively music. Body shaping
is a system of strength training and
flexibility exercises that combines the
best elements from free weights and
yoga. Bring indoor athletic shoes and
a water bottle.
Pratt
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 8:00-9:15 am
$41
Pratt
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:15-7:30 pm
$41
South
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 6:45-7:45 pm
$35
Exercise & Fitness
Aerobics: Low Impact
Avoid the hassle of big clubs, lockers
and people you don’t know. This
user-friendly class with easy-tofollow choreography will raise your
metabolism and burn fat. Work on
your abdomen and glutes with strength
training for upper body and back
support. The senior class fee is $28.50.
Waite Park
8 Wednesdays
Jan 13-Mar 2
5:45-6:45 pm
$38
Waite Park
8 Saturdays
Jan 16-Mar 5
8:30-9:30 am
$38
Waite Park
8 Mondays
Jan 11-Feb 29
5:45-6:45 pm
$38
Safety Disclaimer: There is an
inherent risk of accident and
injury in any activity. It is the
responsibility of the participant
to be aware that there are
assumed risks in participation.
Minneapolis Public Schools (SSD
#1) assumes no responsibility
for injuries received during
activities. Any changes in
participants’ activity level should
be done under the approval and
direction of their physician or
health care provider.
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Ballet Fusion
Use techniques from ballet, yoga and
Pilates to get a great cardio workout
that tones your body and strengthens
your core. Bring a yoga mat, towel and
water bottle.
Roosevelt
5 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Feb 23 6:00-7:00 pm
$28
Barre Tone
Combine the grace of ballet with
the efficiency of a gym work out
through barre tone. This dance
concentrates on alignment, placement,
posture, flexibility and coordination to
strengthen and lengthen your muscles.
Bring a yoga mat.
Edison
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
6:30-7:15 pm
$34
Pratt
7 Tuesdays
Feb 16-Mar 22 7:45-8:45 pm
$34
Pratt
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 6:30-7:45 pm
$45
Pratt
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 8:00-9:15 am
$45
South
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 17 6:45-7:45 pm
$38
Pratt
8 Fridays
Jan 29-Mar 18 8:00-9:15 am
$45
Exercise & Fitness
Bodyshaping/
Bodybuilding
Pratt
7 Saturdays
Jan 30-Mar 12 8:45-10:00 am
$41
Register Today!
Register now and make sure
you get into your favorite
classes! We’re online at:
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MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS:
Marta Tkacova, Bodyshaping/Circuit
Weight Training instructor at Pratt
Marta first studied Bodyshaping
technique under Bodyshaping founder
Sandi Stein. She has participated in
Bodyshaping classes the past 15 years.
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Exercise & Fitness
MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS:
Janice Bartko, Circuit Training
+ Cardio Blasts, Washburn
Janice has taught Yoga and
Boot Camp for several years in a
variety of settings in southwest
Minneapolis. She loves sharing
her expertise and passion for
fitness and yoga with each of
her students.
“Great balance between pushing me past my comfort zone
but not making me feel bad when I reach my limit.”
“This class gets me motivated to work out and the schedule
allows me to be disciplined about it.”
Circuit Training
+ Cardio Blasts
Combine strength/balance exercises
with short cardio blasts for an awesome
workout.
Washburn
6 Mondays
Feb 1-Mar 14
6:15-7:15 pm
$51
Washburn
7 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Mar 16
6:15-7:15 pm
$60
Core Fusion
Focus on your core strength and stability
in a workout that draws from the
disciplines of Pilates, yoga and traditional
calisthenics. Bring a yoga mat, a towel,
water and light hand weights.
Roosevelt
5 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Feb 23 7:15-8:15 pm
$28
Dance Fusion Fitness
Get an effective workout and try
different flavors of dance while doing
it! Each night will feature a different
style of dance.
Edison
6 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Mar 9
6:00-7:00 pm
$34
Register online with a VISA or
MasterCard on our secure site:
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Dance Party Fitness
Get a fun aerobic/cardio workout using
moves from Zumba, World Beat and
more. Bring a towel and water bottle.
Northeast
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:00-7:00 pm
$38
Fitness Center
Use cardiovascular and weight
machines in a fitness center setting.
After orientation, participants can work
out at any time during the hours listed.
Andersen
8 Saturdays
Jan 23-Mar 19 9:00-10:30 am
No class Feb 13$16
Andersen
10 Mondays
Jan 4-Mar 21
5:30-7:00 pm
$20
Andersen
12 Wednesdays
Jan 6-Mar 23
5:30-7:00 pm
$24
Hoop Dancing
Experience modern day hula hooping,
including hoop stretching, waist
hooping and hand hooping. Learn
techniques and tricks to improve your
skills. Bring your own dance hoop to
class if you have one.
Jefferson
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 17 7:45-9:00 pm
$46
INSANITY Live: HighImpact Fitness Training
INSANITY ® Live is challenging,
group-focused athletic training, cardio
conditioning, and total-body strength
drills, designed for people of all levels.
Learn easy-to-follow moves that will
challenge you to get in the best shape
of your life.
Jefferson
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 17 6:00-7:00 pm
$50
Karate:
Goju-Kai Karate Do
Learn Goju-Kai Karate-Do from a
fifth-degree black belt. The class is
open to those ages 14 and older, of any
skill level (14- and 15-year-olds must be
accompanied by an adult). Wear loose
clothing or a white karate do-gi.
Southwest
8 Tue & Thu
Jan 26-Mar 17 6:30-8:30 pm
$60
Kettlebells
Get set for an intense workout designed
to give you explosive strength, endurance
and functional movement, as well as help
with fat loss.
Washburn
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 5:30-6:15 pm
$60
Gutbusters:
Stretch & Balance
Improve strength, balance and
flexibility through intensive bodycomprehensive exercises, balance and
stretch work. Bring a yoga mat and
wear clothes that allow you to move
comfortably.
Northeast
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
7:00-8:15 pm
$45
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Get a total body endurance workout
in this high-energy class. Improve your
strength, aerobic endurance, speed,
flexibility, coordination and balance as
you kick, jab, cross, hook and uppercut
your way to a fitter you. Bring a yoga
mat, towel, water and light hand weights.
Roosevelt
5 Mondays
Jan 25-Feb 29 7:30-8:30 pm
$28
Martial Arts: Indonesian
Learn the fundamentals of self-defense
and various styles of martial arts.
Stretching exercises, kicks, punches,
blocks, and grabs will be taught. Areas
covered include meditation, stick
fighting, and up-close techniques. Wear
loose clothing that allows you to move.
Southwest
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:30-8:00 pm
$47
Martial Arts: Kung Fu:
Cardio & Strength
Training
Exercise your body and mind through
cardio, stretching and relaxation.
The class includes a war m-up,
cardiovascular and strength segment,
and Kung Fu exercises for punching
and kicking. Wear comfortable clothing
and bring a water bottle.
Lake Harriet
6 Mon & Wed
Jan 25-Mar 7
5:00-6:15 pm
$62
Mat Pilates
Improve your flexibility, build strength,
and develop control and endurance in the
whole human body. Pilates puts emphasis
on alignment, breathing, developing a
strong core, and improving coordination
and balance. Wear comfortable clothing
and bring a mat.
Nia
If you like Zumba, you will love Nia.
This fitness practice combines the
best of dance, martial arts and yoga.
More dance party than workout, Nia
builds strength, agility, confidence and
conditioning.
Lake Harriet
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
7:15-8:15 pm
$35
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:15-8:30 pm
$36
Washburn
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 7:15-8:30 pm
$45
Pilates 1
Improve your posture, balance and
flexibility with this unique method
of body conditioning. Build strength
in your abdomen, lower back and
hips, and focus on making your torso
the power center of your body. Wear
comfortable clothing and bring a water
bottle and yoga mat.
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:15-8:15 pm
$31
Lake Harriet
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
6:15-7:15 pm
$35
Pratt
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 6:15-7:30 pm
$45
Jefferson
3 Tuesdays
Feb 23-Mar 15 6:00-7:00 pm
$21
Washburn
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:00-7:00 pm
$38
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Test your conditioning with strengthening
and stretching exercises, and make your
torso the power center of the body. Prerequisite: Pilates 1. Wear comfortable
clothing, and bring a mat and water
bottle.
Lake Harriet
6 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
8:15-9:30 pm
$35
Jefferson
4 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Feb 16 6:00-7:00 pm
$24
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Washburn
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 6:00-7:00 pm
$38
Exercise & Fitness
Kickboxing Fusion
Pilates Yoga Power Sculpt
Use Pilates principles to raise your heart
rate and work out at an intermediate
level. The class will use provided small
stability balls and resistance TheraBands, which may be purchased from
the instructor for $5. Pre-requisite:
Experience with Pilates and yoga.
Washburn
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 7:15-8:30 pm
$45
PiYo: Stretch,
Strengthen & Define
Stretch, strengthen and define every
inch of your body with less pain and
more movement. Learn several bodyweight exercises (with modifications for
every fitness level) to help you achieve
a longer, leaner, more defined body.
Henry
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 15 6:15-7:15 pm
$42
There are no classes on
Monday, February 15.
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Exercise & Fitness
Zumba: Exercise
to Latin Music
Maximize fat burning and total
body toning through the interval
and resistance training that Zumba
provides. The dance workout combines
moves from salsa, cumbia, merengue
and more. Bring a small towel and
water bottle.
Henry
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:15-7:15 pm
$42
Lake Harriet
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
7:00-8:00 pm
$35
Walking for Fitness
Escape the elements and stay in shape
this winter. Walking can reduce your
risk of heart disease, improve heart
function and muscle tone, and lower
blood pressure, cholesterol, risk of
stroke and risk of injury.
Henry
8 Mon & Wed
Jan 25-Mar 16 6:00-8:30 pm
No class Feb 15Free
Northeast
7 Mon/Wed/Fri
Feb 1-Mar 18
5:45-6:45 pm
Free
Roosevelt
8 Mon/Tue/Wed
Jan 25-Mar 16 6:00-8:00 pm
Free
Weight Training
Learn weight training techniques and
develop a personal weight training
program.
Northeast
6 Tue & Thu
Feb 2-Mar 17
7:00-8:15 pm
$37
Zumba Gold
Enjoy a low-impact, easy-to-follow,
Latin-inspired dance fitness party that
keeps you in the groove of life. Zumba
Gold modifies the moves and pace of
Zumba to suit the needs of active older
participants.
Roosevelt
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
6:00-6:45 pm
$34
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The programs Minneapolis Community Education offers
are developed from feedback we receive from community
members like you. We depend upon your input to ensure
that the programs we offer engage your interests, address
your needs and provide opportunities to connect with others.
Here’s how you can connect with us:
Northeast
6 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Mar 9
7:00-8:00 pm
$34
Roosevelt
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:00-8:00 pm
$34
Roosevelt
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 7:00-8:00 pm
$42
Southwest
8 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 22 7:00-8:00 pm
$42
Jefferson
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 7:00-8:00 pm
$38
Zumba Punch Pass for
Classes at Roosevelt
Make your workouts work for your
schedule. Drop in during any scheduled
Zumba/Zumba Gold classes between
January 25 and March 23 and receive
a punch card the first day you arrive.
Cards expire at the end of the session.
10-class Punch Pass: $56; 5-class
Punch Pass: $28
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Discover your personal rhythm
through group drumming. Start the
evening with an easy exercise, progress
to group drumming and end with
relaxing guided imagery.
South
4 Tuesdays
Feb 23-Mar 22 7:00-8:30 pm
$60
Essential Oils 101
Find out what the buzz is about
essential oils. Learn to support healthy
body systems, regain healthy, natural
energy levels, and enhance overall
wellness.
Washburn
1 Tuesday
Feb 2
6:30-8:30 pm
$18
Health & Wellness
CPR & AED Training
This American Heart Association
HeartSaver course is suitable for the
general public interested in CPR,
choking management, and use of
barrier devices for adult, child,
and infant victims. Also included is
instruction on Automated External
Defibrillator (AED) use.
Ramsey
1 Monday
Feb 29
6:00-8:30 pm
$50
CPR: Adult, Infant and
Child with AED Training
Receive a certificate of completion
when you finish this HeartSaver course
covering CPR, choking management
and how to use an AED. The instructor
will collect a $5 supply fee. Register
for both CPR and first aid classes at
Southwest for a reduced price.
Southwest
1 Monday
Jan 25
5:15-9:15 pm
$45
Southwest
1 Monday
Mar 7
5:15-9:15 pm
$45
Sibley Park
1 Saturday
Mar 5
11:00 am-1:30 pm
$50
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CPR: Adult, Infant &
Child with AED Training
& First Aid
Receive a two-year American Heart
Association certification card when
you complete this HeartSaver course
covering CPR, first aid and how to use
an AED. Register for both CPR and
First Aid classes at Sibley Park for
a reduced price. Call Roosevelt at
612.668.4828 to register with the
discount. Sibley Park is located at 1900
E. 40th St.
Sibley Park
1 Saturday
Mar 5
11 am-4 pm
$70
Edison
1 Monday
Feb 29
6:00-8:30 pm
$70
CPR & First Aid
Receive a two-year American Heart
Association certification card when
you complete this HeartSaver course
covering CPR, first aid, choking
management and how to use an AED.
Ramsey
1 Friday
Feb 12
10 am-3:00 pm
$75
Essential Oils:
Make & Take
Learn to use essential oils in great
do-it-yourself products, including a
sugar scrub, bath salts, air freshener
and foaming hand soap. Material cost
is $16 per person.
Washburn
1 Tuesday
Mar 8
6:00-8:30 pm
$21
Health & Wellness
Drum It Up!
First Aid
Learn critical skills of managing
an emergency, including how to
treat bleeding, sprains, broken bones,
shock, diabetic emergencies, seizures,
stroke and other first aid emergencies.
Bring your current CPR card to class.
Receive a certificate of completion
at the end of class. You may choose
to purchase an instructional book
($15) from the instructor. For Sibley
Park class, register online or or call
612.668.4828. Sibley Park is located at
1900 E. 40th St.
Sibley Park
1 Saturday
Mar 5
1:30-4:00 pm
$40
Edison
1 Monday
Mar 7
6:00-8:30 pm
$40
Register now and make sure you get into your favorite classes!
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Shoulder Massage
for Couples
Touch has the power to comfort,
rebalance and release stress on all levels:
physical, emotional and spiritual. Learn
simple techniques which encourage
relaxation, calm the mind and accelerate
healing, Wear comfortable clothing.
Register as a couple.
Henry
2 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Feb 10
6:30-8:30 pm
$30/Couple
First Aid: American
Heart Association
This American Heart Association
class will cover medical, injury and
environmental emergencies. Receive
a certificate of completion at the end
of class. The instructor will collect a $5
supply fee. Register for both CPR
and first aid classes and receive a
$10 discount. Call 612.668.3100 to
register with the discount.
Southwest
1 Monday
Feb 29
5:30-9:30 pm
$45
First Aid: Seizures
Recognize the four main types of
seizures, understand how to give first
aid response for someone experiencing
a seizure, and receive basic information
on epilepsy, seizure triggers, and more.
Learn massage techniques to help you
give great back rubs, soothe tired hands
and feet, and find basic acupressure
points. Bring a pillow and a blanket
or yoga mat. Wear loose clothing, and
have trimmed fingernails. Class fee is
per couple; register as a pair.
South
1 Tuesday
Mar 15
7:15-9:15 pm
$21/Couple
South
1 Tuesday
Jan 26
7:15-9:15 pm
$21/Couple
Massage for Couples
Henry
1 Wednesday
Jan 27
6:30-7:30 pm
Free
Learn simple massage techniques that
encourage relaxation, calm the mind,
and accelerate healing. Wear loose,
comfortable clothing. You may choose
to bring two sheets, lotion or oil, and
a towel, blanket or pillow. You must
register with a partner.
Washburn
1 Monday
Feb 1
6:30-7:30 pm
Free
Southwest
2 Mondays
Feb 1-Feb 8
6:30-9:00 pm
$28
Five Essentials of
Personal Safety
Develop a baseline level of comfort
with personal safety concepts, and
apply practical skill sets to their own
unique situation. Through education
and implementation of this course
material into daily life, you’ll become
physically safer and mentally stronger,
allowing you to pursue your life with
confidence.
Washburn
1 Wednesday
Feb 24
6:00-9:00 pm
$21
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Winter Wellness
Learn how essential oils and oil-infused
products can give your immune system
a boost and help keep you healthy
throughout the cold Minnesota winter.
Washburn
1 Tuesday
Feb 23
6:30-8:30 pm
$18
Women’s & Girls’ Self
Defense Workshop
This demonstration workshop is
s p o n s o r e d by t h e S o u t h w e s t
Community Education Advisory
Council as an ongoing effort to
promote community wellness and
security. Wear comfortable clothes and
tennis shoes if you want to practice
the skills. For ages 13 and older. Call
612.668.3100 to register.
Southwest
1 Monday
Jan 11
7:00-8:15 pm
Free
Southwest
1 Tuesday
Jan 12
7:00-8:15 pm
Free
Self Massage for
Stress Reduction
Everyone experiences tension—that
nagging pain that just shows up.
Discover how to skillfully relieve the
pain and tension in your shoulders
and arms. Learn simple techniques
which encourage relaxation, calm the
mind and accelerate healing. Wear
comfortable clothing.
Henry
1 Tuesday
Feb 16
6:30-8:30 pm
$18
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Dog Obedience 1:
6 Months+
Astrology
Study the essence of your birth chart
and the life themes it shows for you.
South
4 Thursdays
Feb 11-Mar 3
7:00-9:00 pm
$34
Bicycle Maintenance
& Repair
Gain confidence in diagnosing and
tackling the most common issues that
confront a bike mechanic. Learn about
subjects like proper flat tire repair,
adjustment and minor repair of brakes
and shifting systems, basic bicycle
fitting concepts and more. Bring your
bike for hands-on instruction.
Roosevelt
2 Wednesdays
Mar 2-Mar 9
7:00-8:30 pm
$21
Chickens in the City
Learn all about chickens and how to
care for them in the city. The class
will cover picking the right chicken,
the permit application, housing, care
and feeding, plus avoiding potential
problems. Leave with the confidence
to get your own flock started!
Lake Harriet
1 Wednesday
Mar 9
7:00-8:30 pm
$18
South
1 Thursday
Mar 17
7:00-8:30 pm
$18
South
1 Tuesday
Mar 8
7:00-8:30 pm
$18
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Teach your dog to be a well-mannered
family pet when you learn to modify
their behaviors and help them obey
basic rules. Northeast students: Do
not bring your dog on the first night.
Handlers must be at least 10 years
old. Southwest students: Bring your
dog on a 6-foot nylon or leather leash
and buckle collar, and bring their
current rabies and DHLP vaccination
certificates. Handlers must be at least
15 years old. One dog per adult.
Southwest
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
6:45-7:30 pm
$52
Northeast
7 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Mar 16
7:00-8:00 pm
$31
Dog Obedience 2
This is an intermediate dog training
class for dogs of any age. Dogs should
have had at least 1 prior training class
and be generally comfortable around
other dogs and people. Using positive
reinforcement methods, we will work
to strengthen and perfect basic dog
commands, introduce some tricks and
also focus on more difficult behaviors
such as: “go to your bed” “heel” and
“stay.” Previous clicker training is
preferred, but not required. Instructor
collects a $5 fee the first night of class.
Bring your pet on a flat buckle or
snap collar with a 4-6 ft. leash the first
night of class. No choke chains/prong
collars/flexi leashes permitted. Bring
small/soft treats and watch for an email
the week before class!
Southwest
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
7:45-8:30 pm
$52
Dog Obedience 2
Advance to more complex obedience
work with your dog. Handlers must be
at least 10 years old.
Northeast
6 Wednesdays
Feb 10-Mar 16 8:00-9:00 pm
$28
Dog Treats &
Natural Remedies
Discover fun and easy dog snacks you
can easily make at home. Create easy,
natural remedies for things like chapped
paws and itchy skin. Leave class with a
dog treat and anti-itch spray. Instructor
collects a $5 supply fee.
Edison
1 Thursday
Feb 18
6:30-8:30 pm
$21
Film Appreciation:
The Oscars
Discuss the year’s Academy Awardnominated films together with past
winners and move beyond simply
liking or disliking to understanding
and appreciating achievements in
narrative, technique and theme.
Lake Harriet
6 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 2
7:00-9:00 pm
$52
Game Night:
Cribbage & Beyond!
You will learn to play cribbage the first
night of class. A different board game
will be introduced each week based on
student suggestions. Join our fun social
environment playing new games and
classics!
Hobby & Leisure
Hobby & Leisure
Washburn
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 6:30-8:30 pm
$20
Genealogy: Climbing
Your Family Tree
Explore ways to research your family
tree and locate both online and local
resources that collect family and
historical data.
Waite Park
3 Mondays
Feb 22-Mar 7
6:30-8:00 pm
$24
Reupholstery
The Reupholstery class is currently full.
Please call 612.668.1306 to be added
to our wait list.
Edison
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 6:00-9:00 pm
$106
Edison
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 24 6:00-9:00 pm
$106
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Home & Garden
Home & Garden
Faucet Repair
Learn how to fix or replace an old
faucet. The class will focus on kitchen
sink, bathroom and utility faucets and
pop-up drain mechanisms.
South
1 Tuesday
Feb 16
6:00-8:30 pm
$21
Gardening: Pruning Tips
for Your Home Landscape
Use winter as an opportunity to master
the landscape chore of pruning trees
and shrubs, and make a plan for the
pruning you’ll do come spring. Bring a
sketch of your landscape, some pictures
and a list of questions.
Basic Home Repairs:
Soldering Copper Tubing
Learn to identify copper tubing,
steel pipe, valves and fittings, their
nomenclature and how to join them
together. Discover techniques of
soldering copper tubing by doing
a hands-on application in class.
Equipment, techniques and questions
will be reviewed.
South
1 Tuesday
Mar 1
6:00-8:30 pm
$21
Southwest
1 Thursday
Feb 18
6:30-9:00 pm
$21
Electrical Circuits
Learn about different types of wire,
circuit breakers, light switches and wall
receptacles and how to replace them.
A hands-on application in class will
allow you to wire up three different
circuits and test them. Bring to class
a common household pliers and two
screwdrivers, a regular flat tip and a
cross tip (Phillips).
South
1 Tuesday
Mar 8
6:00-8:30 pm
$21
Southwest
2 Thursdays
Feb 25-Mar 3
6:00-9:00 pm
$28
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Roosevelt
1 Wednesday
Feb 24
6:00-8:00 pm
$18
Gardening: Starting Herb,
Vegetable & Flower Seeds
Starting herbs, vegetables, and flowers
from seeds is both challenging and
satisfying. This class will discuss
buying and sharing seeds, starting
mixes and containers, timing and light
requirements, watering, fertilizing and
transplanting to gardens and containers.
Enjoy a presentation on growing cool
weather and warm weather plants in
Minnesota.
Roosevelt
1 Wednesday
Feb 17
6:00-8:00 pm
$18
Growing Herbs
Indoors & Out
Grow thyme, rosemary, parsley,
cilantro, chives, basil and more indoors
so you can cook with fresh herbs
year-round. Expand your indoor crop
when the outdoor growing season
rolls around. Get information on
containers and planting, and soil and
light requirements.
Hardwood Floors:
Refinish
Unlock the hidden beauty of your
hardwood floors. Participate in this
hands-on class and receive step-by-step
instructions on how to prepare, sand
and refinish the hardwood floors in
your home. Instructor collects a $19
supply fee. Class is held at J & F Reddy
Rents, 3320 Republic Ave. S., St. Louis Park.
Southwest
1 Saturday
Mar 5
10:00-11:30 am
$5
Sink & Drain Installation
Learn how to install or replace sinks
and tubular drainpipes. Understand
how the garbage disposal is installed
and how to hook up a dishwasher.
South
1 Tuesday
Feb 9
6:00-8:30 pm
$21
Toilet Repair
Want to learn how to do basic home
toilet repairs yourself ? This class will
focus on toilet removal, installation
and repairs. Learn about the different
types of sewer pipes and how to
assemble them.
South
1 Tuesday
Feb 23
6:00-8:30 pm
$21
Window Repair
Are your windows sticky, drafty, cracked
or broken? Learn how to take them
apart and save money by fixing them
yourself. Topics covered include: sash
cord replacement, glazing, the five
points of draftiness for windows and
related subjects. Fix your windows
before next winter and stay comfortable.
Henry
1 Wednesday
Feb 17
6:30-8:30 pm
$18
Pratt
1 Monday
Feb 29
6:30-8:30 pm
$18
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Expand your knowledge of the
German language as you learn about
vocabulary, culture and basic grammar.
Pre-requisite: German 1 or other prior
experience learning German.
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:30-8:45 pm
$36
German Conversation
Languages
Arabic 1
Learn to read, write and speak the
Arabic letters, simple words and phrases
in the Arabic language. Gain practical
conversational skills you can use to
communicate when visiting countries
around the Middle East.
Pratt
6 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 2
6:30-8:00 pm
$42
Chinese 1: Mandarin
Learn the basics of the Mandarin
Chinese language, including days
of the week, greetings, and practical
conversation. You will also have the
opportunity to explore Chinese culture.
Lake Harriet
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
7:00-8:30 pm
$47
French 1
Practice basic reading and writing
skills, and learn useful phrases to have
successful conversations in Frenchspeaking countries.
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
6:00-7:30 pm
$42
Northeast
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 6:00-7:20 pm
$47
Roosevelt
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 5:45-7:15 pm
$47
Southwest
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 24 6:30-8:00 pm
No class Feb 11$52
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French 1.5
If you’ve previously studied French,
give yourself a grammar refresher. The
class covers pronunciation, present tense
regular and irregular verbs, the two
major past tenses in French and basics
of sentence structure.
Roosevelt
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 7:15-8:45 pm
$47
French 2
Continue to build confidence in
your French language skills by
increasing your vocabulary, speaking,
and writing skills, and improving
your understanding of the language.
Pre-requisite: French 1 or previous
experience with French.
Northeast
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 7:30-8:50 pm
$47
Roosevelt
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 6:00-7:30 pm
$52
German 1
Focus on the essentials of the German
language and outfit yourself with useful
German expressions for traveling
abroad. The class will cover the
grammar basics and important aspects
of the German culture.
Develop oral comprehension, fluency
and intermediate-level writing skills in
German through verbal and written
communication based on everyday
situations, current events and culture.
Increase your vocabulary through class
discussions, prepared talks and short
compositions in German.
Languages
German 2
Henry
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 7:00-8:30 pm
$47
Jefferson
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 7:00-8:00 pm
$38
Italian 1
Learn Italian pronunciation and
concentrate on speaking skills. The
class will introduce verbs, verb tenses,
sentence formation, vocabulary and
more. Become familiar with common
travel phrases, and find out what you’d
like to do if you travel to Italy.
Pratt
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
6:30-8:00 pm
$42
Italian 2
Expand the grammar and vocabulary
skills you picked up in Italian 1.
Practice authentic interactions you
would have when traveling to Italy.
Washburn
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:30-8:30 pm
$59
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
6:00-7:15 pm
$36
Southwest
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
6:30-8:00 pm
$47
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Monday, February 15.
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Languages
Portuguese 2
This intermediate-level class will
focus on advancing your grammar,
vocabulary and expressions through
light conversation, mixed with grammar
and cultural topics. Approximately
2 years of Portuguese knowledge
preferred. Both European and Brazilian
Portuguese will be covered.
Southwest
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 8:00-9:30 pm
$52
Japanese 1
Learn the basics of conversational
Japanese, including greetings, numbers
and practical conversational skills useful
when traveling to Japan.
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
6:30-8:00 pm
$42
Southwest
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 7:30-8:30 pm
$52
Japanese 2
Continue developing your skills from
Japanese 1. Explore simple sentences,
conjugating verbs and counting, and
discuss Japanese culture.
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:30-9:00 pm
$42
Southwest
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 5:30-7:00 pm
$52
Polish 3: Conversational
Improve your Polish in this relaxed
and fun conversational group. Prerequisite: Polish 1 or elementary
knowledge of the language.
Northeast
6 Thursdays
Feb 4-Mar 10
5:45-7:15 pm
$42
Portuguese 1
Una-se-nos in this Portuguese class
for beginners. Learn basic grammar,
expressions, listening skills and travel
vocabulary. Both European and
Brazilian Portuguese will be covered.
Southwest
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 6:30-8:00 pm
$52
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Russian 1
Participate in role-playing activities,
problem-solving exercises and small
group discussions in an effort to learn
basic Russian grammar, pronunciation
and writing skills.
Southwest
8 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 22 5:30-7:00 pm
$52
Russian 2
Expand your command and familiarity
with the Cyrillic alphabet, grammar,
and simple reading and writing.
Develop in-depth conversation skills,
and discuss aspects of culture, everyday
life and traveling in Russia.
Southwest
8 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 22 7:00-8:30 pm
$52
Sign Language 1: ASL
Learn conversational vocabulary, finger
spelling and grammatical principles used
in American Sign Language.
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
6:00-7:30 pm
$42
Waite Park
10 Mondays
Jan 11-Mar 14
6:00-7:00 pm
$45
Waite Park
10 Tuesdays
Jan 12-Mar 15
6:00-7:00 pm
$45
Jefferson
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 6:00-7:30 pm
$52
Washburn
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:00-7:30 pm
$47
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
Sign Language 2: ASL
Build on your skills from Sign Language
1. The class will focus on vocabulary
and ASL structure. You will be able to
deepen your knowledge of deaf culture
and history, and dialogue and socialize
with the deaf community.
Jefferson
7 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 17 6:00-7:30 pm
$52
Lake Harriet
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
6:00-7:30 pm
$47
Somali Language
& Culture
Take a close look at Somali culture,
and get introduced to conversational
Somali.
Pratt
6 Saturdays
Jan 30-Mar 5
10:00-11:15 am
$36
Spanish 1
Immerse yourself in the basics of
the Spanish language. Listen with
understanding and create sentences
while learning grammar and vocabulary.
Edison
6 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Mar 9
6:30-8:30 pm
$52
Edison
6 Mondays
Feb 1-Mar 14
6:30-8:30 pm
$52
Jefferson
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 17 6:00-8:00 pm
$74
Lake Harriet
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:00-7:30 pm
$47
Roosevelt
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 5:45-7:15 pm
$47
South
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 17 7:00-9:00 pm
$66
Southwest
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 6:30-8:00 pm
$52
Washburn
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 6:00-7:30 pm
$47
www.mplscommunityed.com
Practice your Spanish vocabulary,
speaking and pronunciation, and
receive detailed instruction on Spanish
1 grammatical concepts. Pre-requisite:
A basic understanding of Spanish
grammar and vocabulary.
Jefferson
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:00-8:00 pm
$66
Roosevelt
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 7:15-8:45 pm
$47
Spanish 2
Continue to build confidence in your
Spanish language skills by learning
the preterite and irregular verbs. Also,
increase your vocabulary, speaking and
writing skills. Pre-requisite: Be able to
conjugate regular ar/er/ir verbs.
Edison
6 Thursdays
Feb 4-Mar 10
6:30-8:30 pm
$52
Jefferson
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 6:00-8:00 pm
$74
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:30-9:00 pm
$42
Roosevelt
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 5:45-7:15 pm
$52
Southwest
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 6:30-8:00 pm
$52
Spanish 3
Review the preterit and learn new
materials like imperfect tense and
direct and indirect objects as you work
toward mastering your Spanish skills.
This class is taught entirely in Spanish.
Pre-requisite: Spanish 2.
Jefferson
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 6:00-8:00 pm
$68
Discounts
UCARE members may deduct
$15 per class or trip.
Spanish 3: Conversation
Engage in structured conversations
to increase your fluency in Spanish.
Touch up your grammar, tenses,
vocabulary and sentence structure, and
continue working on your listening,
reading and writing skills.
Roosevelt
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 7:15-8:45 pm
$52
Southwest
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 8:00-9:30 pm
$52
Washburn
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:00-7:30 pm
$47
Spanish 4
Read literature and newspapers in
Spanish, and hold conversations to
enhance your fluency.
Southwest
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 8:00-9:30 pm
$52
Spanish Films
& Conversation
View classic and contemporary films
from Spanish-speaking countries.
Then, engage in a discussion of the
film in Spanish. Films have English
subtitles, but some parts will be shown
without them to challenge your
listening and comprehension skills.
Class discussion will be almost entirely
in Spanish.
Washburn
5 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Feb 24 6:00-8:00 pm
$45
www.mplscommunityed.com
Spanish For
Everyday Life 2
Languages
Spanish 1: Refresher
After learning the basics of Spanish,
you need to be fluent and spontaneous
for real communication situations.
Learn useful strategies to express
your thoughts, feelings and culture.
Understand how to give your opinions,
talk about past and future situations
and switch from informal to formal
speech depending on the context.
Southwest
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
6:00-7:30 pm
$47
Spanish Grammar 2
Learn the logics of the Spanish
language, including how to deal with
past tense, contrast, the different uses
of “ser” and “estar,” and more.
Southwest
8 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 21 6:00-7:30 pm
$52
Spanish Grammar 3
Go beyond conjugating verbs. Switch
from indicative to subjunctive in real
communication situations, to express
goals and desires and to talk about the
“truth” of things. Also learn about the
presence and functions of pronouns,
articles, and prepositions.
Southwest
8 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 21 7:30-9:00 pm
$52
Register now and make sure
you get into your favorite
classes! We’re online at:
www.mplscommunityed.com.
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Music & Performance
Community Choir:
Prospect Park
Sing in a fun, relaxed environment
with the Prospect Park Community
Choir. This mixed choir sings a wide
variety of music, from classical to
pop to international. Register onsite at rehearsal for $55. For more
information, call 612.929.5364.
Rehearsals are held at Prospect Park United
Methodist Church, 22 Orlin Ave. S.E.
PPUMC
Jan 12-Apr 26
Music & Performance
Acting 1
Learn fundamental acting skills with an
instructor from the Workhouse Theatre
Company, including play analysis, beat
work, monologue and scene work.
You will create characters, memorize
dialogue and practice plugging into
your emotions to use your voice and
body as tools in building characters.
We will do warm-ups and theatre
games with a focus on building your
confidence to put yourself out there.
Henry
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 7-8:30 pm
No class Feb 15$50
Acting: Improv 1.5
If you’ve already had a basic improv
class, come develop your skills. Gain
practice on forms, edits and character
work, and get stage time in a supportive
environment before moving onto
Improv 2.
Henry
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 7:00-9:00 pm
$46
Banjo 1: 5-String
Learn the basics of playing the three
finger picking or Scruggs style bluegrass
technique made famous in classic movies
like Bonnie and Clyde and The Beverly
Hillbillies. Bring a 5-string banjo, two
metal finger picks, one plastic thumb pick
and a flash drive.
Roosevelt
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
6:30-7:30 pm
$28
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Community Band:
Northeast
Join the Northeast Community Band
to play marches, show tunes and other
classic selections. To learn more, email
[email protected]. To register, call
612.275.2996.
Edison
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 24 7:00-9:30 pm
Dues
Community Choir:
Northside Singers
Treat yourself to a joyful hour a week
singing pop, classical, gospel and a
capella choral music with friends and
neighbors. It’s good for your voice. It’s
good for your soul. Note reading and
some choral experience are a plus,
but are not required. Performance
opportunities, friendships and lots of
laughter included. A $60 staff and
materials fee is due at the first class.
No discounts.
Henry
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 7:30-8:45 pm
No class Feb 15$5
Want to Teach?
If you have knowledge,
ideas or passions that you
would like to share with
others, consider teaching a
community education class.
Call 612.668.3939 or visit
mplscommunityed.com for
more information.
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
16 Tuesdays
7:00-9:00 pm
Guitar 1
Learn chords, scales and basic guitar
technique so you can start playing your
favorite songs. Bring an acoustic or
electric guitar and a pick.
Roosevelt
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
6:30-7:30 pm
$28
Southwest
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 7:15-8:00 pm
$42
Guitar 2
Pick up where you left off in Guitar 1,
and learn how to play with more finesse.
The instructor will teach augmentation,
how to play in alternate tunings, and
the “double thumbing” finger picking
technique. Bring a guitar and a flat pick.
Roosevelt
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
7:30-8:30 pm
$28
Hand Drumming
Feel the beat and go with the groove
in this enjoyable hand drum class.
Explore drum music, techniques,
rhythms and sounds.
South
4 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Feb 16 7:00-8:00 pm
$40
Harmonica Quick Start
Get an overview of the standard 10hole diatonic harmonica, how it is
used to play a melody, and how to use
“Cross-Harp” technique for playing
Blues styles. Bring a 10-hole diatonic
harmonica in the key of C.
Pratt
3 Wednesdays
Feb 24-Mar 9
7:00-9:00 pm
$28
www.mplscommunityed.com
Pick up a fun, inexpensive, easy-to-play
tin whistle and learn the skills needed to
play a variety of tunes. Bring a six-hole
tin whistle in the key of D.
Personal Development
The Art of
Public Speaking
Southwest
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
6:30-8:00 pm
$37
Overcome humanity’s biggest fear:
public speaking. Enhance your career
opportunities and gain confidence
in holding conversations with one to
1,000 people.
Piano: Private Lessons
Whether beginning or advanced, learn
to play piano music from a variety of
styles. Enjoy one-on-one instruction
with lessons tailored to your interests
and abilities. Do not register online.
Call 612.668.3330 to schedule.
Lake Harriet
Jan 25-Mar 7
6 Mondays
5:30-9:00 pm
$18/30 min.
Lake Harriet
Jan 27-Mar 16
8 Wednesdays
5:00-9:00 pm
$18/30 min.
Uke & More Saturday Jam
Bring your uke, banjo, guitar,
harmonica or voice and gather around
the coffee pot to share songs and tunes.
This is a chance to practice your skills,
share music and get helpful tips in a
casual atmosphere.
Pratt
6 Saturdays
Feb 6-Mar 12
10 am-12 pm
$34
Ukulele 1
Learn three simple cords that can
accompany hundreds of songs and
create endless entertainment for you
and your friends. Bring your ukulele.
Pratt
3 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Feb 17
7:00-9:00 pm
$28
South
3 Tuesdays
Feb 2-Feb 16
7:00-9:00 pm
$28
Ukulele 2
Take your ukulele skills to the next
level with a variety of new techniques,
including minor chords. Bring your
ukulele. Pre-requisite: Ukulele 1 or other
previous experience.
South
3 Tuesdays
Feb 23-Mar 15 7:00-9:00 pm
$28
www.mplscommunityed.com
South
4 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Feb 16 6:00-8:00 pm
$34
Color Your World
Find out what colors will give you a
bright, youthful look! Color draping
will be used to discover which colors
are best for you. Receive beauty
and fashion tips about how to flatter
and enhance your best features.
Experience an easy facial that will
rejuvenate, exfoliate and protect
your skin.
Waite Park
1 Tuesday
Feb 16
6:30-8:00 pm
$18
A New Career: How to
Discover Your Ideal Work
Stressed, exhausted and over–
whelmed by work? Get answers to
your career questions and begin
working on a proven, four-step process
that will lead to a rewarding, fulfilling
work life.
Southwest
1 Wednesday
Mar 2
7:00-9:00 pm
$18
Dating for the
21st Century
Don’t let intimidation keep you from
dating. Learn how to get over your
fear of rejection and turn it into a
lesson for finding the right person.
Discover where to meet new people,
what to talk about and avoid talking
about on a first date, and how to
determine if someone is a good
match for you.
Lake Harriet
6 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Mar 9
7:00-8:30 pm
$47
Discover Your Personality
Using Real Colors
Why do you view situations differently
than other people? Explore Real
Colors, a personality instrument used
to help you understand personality
and working styles. Learn about the
strengths, joys, needs and values of
people in each of the other color
groups. This will help you discover
ways to more effectively interact with
those around you. The instructor will
collect a $25 supply fee.
Roosevelt
1 Wednesday
Mar 9
6:30-8:00 pm
$18
Writing Your
Legacy Letter
Ensure that your great-grandchildren
and others you leave behind know
who you were. Don’t put off what
could be a treasured part of your
legacy. Register for one session or all
three depending on how much in-class
work time you would like.
South
1 Wednesday
Jan 27
6:00-8:00 pm
$18
South
1 Wednesday
Feb 10
6:00-8:00 pm
$18
South
1 Wednesday
Mar 2
6:00-8:00 pm
$18
Music/Personal Development
Tin Whistle 1
Register online with a VISA or
MasterCard on our secure site:
www.mplscommunityed.com.
It’s quick and easy!
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Photography
Growing Your
Photography Business
Are you looking to take your
photography business to the next
level? Have you wondered how to best
promote your work to a wider client
base and improve your portfolio? This
course will take you through the ins
and outs of expanding your exposure
to the public. Students should note
that this class will not detail the legal
or business-end of the photography
business. This class would be most
effective if you have taken or plan to
take Photography as a Business.
Photography
Composition
Improve how you shoot by learning
the ins and outs of standard photo
practices, such as “the rule of thirds”
and other tips.
Jefferson
2 Thursdays
Feb 11-Feb 18
7:00-9:00 pm
$42
Digital SLR 1
Improve the composition and quality
of your photographs by learning
the fundamentals of digital SLR
photog raphy, including ASA/
ISO, f-stops, speed settings and
accessories. You must have a camera
with interchangeable lenses. West
Photo classes: register online or call
612.668.2470. West Photo is located at 21
University Ave. S.E.
Edison
3 Mondays
Jan 25-Feb 8
6:30-8:30 pm
$34
Jefferson
4 Thursdays
Feb 25-Mar 17 7:00-9:00 pm
$42
Jefferson
4 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Feb 16 7:00-9:00 pm
$42
Digital SLR 2
Start understanding the advanced
features of your digital SLR camera,
including shutter speed, ASA/
ISO settings, aperture control and
more. You must have a camera with
interchangeable lenses.
Jefferson
4 Tuesdays
Feb 23-Mar 15 7:00-9:00 pm
$42
Edison
3 Mondays
Feb 22-Mar 7
6:30-8:30 pm
$34
Roosevelt
4 Tuesdays
Feb 16-Mar 15 6:30-8:30 pm
$42
Flash Workshop
Test out top-of-the-line flash equipment
in this hands-on, interactive workshop
where you can hone your skills as a
photographer. Bring your digital SLR
camera and manual.
Jefferson
3 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Feb 10 7:00-9:00 pm
$45
Jefferson
3 Wednesdays
Mar 2-Mar 16
7:00-9:00 pm
$45
Jefferson
4 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Feb 16 7:00-9:00 pm
$46
Indoor Light Painting
Light painting adds an element
of uncertainty and a touch of the
experimental. Join us to either improve
upon or learn more about a technique
that is sure to set your photos apart
from the crowd. No two photos will
ever look the same. Bring your digital
SLR camera and a tripod.
Jefferson
2 Wednesdays
Feb 17-Feb 24 7:00-9:00 pm
$42
Macro Photography
Capturing tiny details is challenging.
In this course, you’ll learn the shooting
techniques necessary to take extreme
close-ups. Bring your own digital SLR
camera and bring additional lenses if
you wish.
Jefferson
4 Thursdays
Jan 28-Feb 18 7:00-9:00 pm
$58
Register online with a VISA or
MasterCard on our secure site:
www.mplscommunityed.com
Roosevelt
4 Mondays
Feb 22-Mar 14 6:30-8:30 pm
$42
Roosevelt
3 Mondays
Jan 25-Feb 8
6:30-8:30 pm
$34
West Photo
1 Saturday
Feb 6
10 am-3 pm
$38
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Taking High School
Senior Photos for Profit
Having the correct photo editing
programs can make all the difference to
your shots, but how do you determine
what you need and what is just an extra
cost? Discover how to purchase the good
stuff and avoid the junk.
Senior portraits get more elaborate
every year, and families pay hundreds
for photo packages. The average net
pay for a photographer is around
$2,200 per package! Learn how you
can break into this business or improve
what you’re already doing. Instructor
collects a $20 supply fee.
Jefferson
2 Wednesdays
Mar 2-Mar 9
7:00-9:00 pm
$34
Jefferson
4 Wednesdays
Feb 24-Mar 16 7:00-9:00 pm
$58
Photo Editing: Using
Photoshop Elements
Uncover the basics of photo
manipulation in Photoshop to give
marginal photos the “Hollywood
touch.” Learn to add or remove objects
from photos, convert them from color
to black and white, crop them and
more. Bring a flash drive.
Jefferson
2 Wednesdays
Feb 10-Feb 17 7:00-9:00 pm
$42
Photographing Infants
& Toddlers Workshop
Use this hands-on workshop as a
chance to master the best ways to grasp
picture-perfect moments of your little
ones before they grow up. Learn how to
work with props and receive instruction
about lighting and posing. Please leave
kids at home. Class is held at the instructor’s
photo studio, 77 13th Ave. NE.
Jefferson
1 Saturday
Jan 30
10 am-3 pm
$58
Photographing the
Foshay Tower
Spend an afternoon on the sweeping
lookout deck of the Foshay Tower in
downtown Minneapolis to photograph
buildings from high above the city streets.
You’ll experience light and color changes
throughout the afternoon and receive
tips for producing beautiful photos. Bring
a $5 entry fee. Class meets at Foshay Tower,
821 Marquette Ave. S.
Foshay Tower 1 Saturday
Jan 30
1:00-5:00 pm
$38
Foshay Tower 1 Saturday
Feb 27
1:00-5:00 pm
$38
www.mplscommunityed.com
Taking High School
Senior Photos Workshop
Portraiture
Take your portraiture skills to the next
level. Learn how to use reflectors,
electronic flash and filters to enhance
your portraits. The class will also focus
on selecting backgrounds, use of lenses
for the desired depth of field, slow sync
photography, and posing your subject.
Jefferson
2 Tuesdays
Mar 8-Mar 15
7:00-9:00 pm
$42
Studio Lighting 1
Oftentimes, studio lighting is what
separates professional photos from
amateur ones. It adds a beautiful
artistic perspective and makes subjects
more desirable. Get a taste of why,
when and how photographers use this
technique.
Jefferson
2 Thursdays
Jan 28-Feb 4
7:00-9:00 pm
$42
Studio Lighting Workshop
Work with an experienced instructor in
a professional studio setting, learning
how to advance your lighting skills and
pose subjects along the way. This class
is recommended for those who have
taken Introduction to Studio Lighting.
Class is held at the instructor’s photo studio,
77 13th Ave. NE.
Jefferson
1 Saturday
Feb 13
10 am-3 pm
$50
If you’ve taken How to Take High
School Senior Photos for Profit, join
us in this hands-on course that will
give you time in a professional studio.
Receive tips, tricks and feedback about
your work. Instructor collects a $20
supply fee. Class is held at the instructor’s
photo studio, 77 13th Ave. NE.
Photography
Photo Editing: Buying
the Right Software
Jefferson
2 Saturdays
Mar 12-Mar 19 10 am-2 pm
$58
What’s in Your
Camera Bag?
Don’t get weighted down on your
way to a photo shoot. Become a more
effective photographer by learning
what equipment is essential and what
can stay at home.
Jefferson
2 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Feb 3
7:00-9:00 pm
$38
Winter Photography
Capture the winter with your camera.
Learn the dos and don’ts of winter
photography, then practice your skills
on location. The first two sessions
will be in the classroom followed by a
Saturday session on location. Winter
lighting and techniques as well as
camera care will be covered. Location
and times for the Saturday session
on March 5 will be determined by
the class.
Edison
2 Wed & 1 Sat
Feb. 24-Mar.5 6:30-8:30 pm
$34
There are no classes on Monday, February 15.
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Sports & Recreation
Volleyball: Adult
Co-Ed Competitive
Join in on competitive, co-ed volleyball.
You must be able to demonstrate your
ability to pass, set, hit and serve. Prerequisite: Solid volleyball skills.
Southwest
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 7:15-9:15 pm
$36
Volleyball: Adult
Co-ed Recreational
Sports & Recreation
Badminton: Adult Co-ed
After a brief review of the rules and
strokes, play a game of singles or
doubles in this non-competitive class
where you form your own groups.
Improve all aspects of your game,
including serves, hits and net-play. Wear
comfortable clothing and athletic shoes.
Southwest
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 7:15-9:15 pm
$35
Washburn
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 7:00-9:00 pm
$35
Floorball: Adult Co-ed
Join the Northeast Floorball group
for pick-up games of this fun, safe,
energetic type of floor hockey. To learn
more, contact Minneapolis Floorball
on Facebook. There is no online
registration.
Northeast
Jan 25-Mar 14
7 Mondays
7:00-9:00 pm
$3 at door
Northeast
Jan 28-Mar 17
8 Thursdays
7:00-9:00 pm
$3 at door
Volleyball: Adult Co-ed
Basketball
Enjoy a friendly, non-competitive,
half-court basketball game for co-ed
adults. Play four-on-four or five-on-five,
without coaches or referees.
Join others for an enjoyable, exhilarating
night of full-court volleyball.
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:00-9:00 pm
$30
Southwest
8 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 22 7:15-9:15 pm
$25
No instruction is provided in this
class of co-ed recreational volleyball.
The class meets at Wenonah School,
5625 23rd Ave. S. Pre-requisite:
Some volleyball knowledge. You may
play on a drop-in basis for $3 at the
door. To learn more or register, call
612.668.4828. Class held at Wenonah
School, 5625 23rd Ave. S.
Roosevelt
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 17 6:30-8:30 pm
$25
Volleyball: Power
This class is for players with CC/B corec (intermediate) skill levels who enjoy
competitive games.
Jefferson
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 17 7:00-9:00 pm
$26
Volleyball: Power Plus
This class is for players with BB/A
co-rec (advanced) skill levels who
enjoy competitive games. First-time
participants will be invited to attend
open gym to demonstrate their skill
level.
Jefferson
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 7:00-9:00 pm
Free
Golf 1 & 2
Practice putting, chipping, pitching
and full length shots to improve your
golf skills. The class will include golf
history, types of clubs, rules and
etiquette. Please bring #3,#5,#7 and
#9 irons and a putter.
Northeast
6 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Mar 9
8:00-9:00 pm
$34
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The Loppet Foundation started
in 2002 with a simple aim:
to create a cross-country
ski race through the heart
of Minneapolis—the City of
Lakes Loppet. This initial idea
snowballed into our mission
to create a shared passion
f o r ye a r - ro u n d o u td o o r
adventure in the Minneapolis
area, focusing on underrepresented youth and families
with a particular focus on North Minneapolis. The Loppet Ski
School and Loppet Ski Club are nationally certified and use
nationally certified instructors to delivery the highest quality
ski instruction for skiers of all ages, abilities and motivations.
For more information, visit www.loppet.org.
Beginning Classic: Level 1
Learn the basic elements of cross
country classic skiing including weight
transfer, balance, rhythm and efficiency
of movement. We will use various drills
and visual mimicking to cover the
techniques of diagonal stride, double
poling, step turns and snowplow.
Columbia
Sunday, January 17
Sunday, January 24
Sunday, February 14
11:00 am
11:00 am
11:00 am
Hiawatha
Saturday, January 23 11:00 am
Saturday, January 30 11:00 am
Saturday, February 13 11:00 am
Theodore Wirth
Saturday, January 9 1:00 pm
Sunday, January 17
1:00 pm
Sunday, January 24 10:00 am
Saturday, January 30 1:00 pm
Sunday, January 31
10:00 am
Saturday, February 13 1:00 pm
Saturday, February 20 1:00 pm
Saturday, February 27 1:00 pm
Sunday, February 28 1:00 pm
Saturday, March 5
10:00 am
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Beginning Classic: Level 2
Once you’ve mastered Level 1 you
are eligible to graduate to Level 2.
Here you will learn various drills
to improve your weight transfer,
balance, rhythm and efficiency and
add increased knowledge of diagonal
striding on various terrain, double
poling techniques and kick double
pole, step turn in and out of classic
tracks and snowplow turns. Transitions
from one technique to another to
handle changes in the terrain of a trail
will also be covered.
Columbia
Sunday, January 10
Sunday, January 31
Sunday, February 21
1:00 pm
11:00 am
11:00 am
Hiawatha
Saturday, January 9 10:00 am
Saturday, February 20 11:00 am
Theodore Wirth
Saturday, January 23 1:00 pm
Sunday, February 14 1:00 pm
Sunday, February 28 10:00 am
Beginning Skate: Level 1
Learn the basic elements of xc skate
skiing including weight transfer,
balance, rhythm and efficiency of
movement. We will use various drills
and visual mimicking to cover the
techniques of skate skiing without
poles, double poling, step turns, V1
uphill, V2 alternate open field and
snowplow. Students interested in
skate style lesson must supply
their own equipment.
Hiawatha
Saturday, January 16 11:00 am
Theodore Wirth
Sunday, January 10
Sunday, January 31
Sunday, February 21
1:00 pm
1:00 pm
1:00 pm
Beginning Skate: Level 2
Once you’ve mastered Level 1 you
are eligible to graduate to Level 2.
Here you will learn various drills
to improve your weight transfer,
balance, rhythm and efficiency and
add increased knowledge of the
techniques of step turns, V2, V1, V2
alternate and snowplow turns with step
turns. Transitions from one technique
to another to handle changes in the
terrain of a trail will also be covered.
Students interested in skate style
lesson must supply their own
equipment.
Theodore Wirth
Sunday, January 24
Sunday, March 6
Sports & Recreation
Loppet Foundation Classes
1:00 pm
10:00 am
CLASS LOCATIONS:
Columbia Park
800 Columbia Pkwy.
612.230.6400
Hiawatha School Park
4305 E. 42nd St.
612.370.4952
Theodore Wirth
Regional Park
1339 Theodore Wirth Pkwy.
612.230.6400
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Swimming
Swimming
at Dowling
Swimming at Northeast
Participants with shoulder length hair must wear a swim cap.
A cleansing shower is required before entering the pool. Shower
shoes are recommended. Times listed are “in water” times.
Please arrive 10 minutes early to change. Swim passes are
available for purchase. Call 612.668.1515 for more information.
Swimnastics
Exercise in a pool to increase
your flexibility while toning and
slimming. Swimnastics is great for
achy backs and muscles. Shower
shoes are recommended.
Northeast
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 6:30-7:15 pm
$38
Northeast
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 7:15-8:00 pm
$38
Northeast
7 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 6:45-7:30 pm
$38
Aqua Zumba
Move your body and follow the
instructor’s lead to have a great time
combining dance with swimming.
Adult Lap Swim
Swim laps for fitness and enjoyment.
You may register for the entire
session or pay $3 per swim at the
door depending on lane availability.
Northeast
7 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 7:30-8:30 pm
$18
Northeast
7 Fridays
7:30-8:30 pm
Jan 29-Mar 11
$18
Family Swim
This class is a free open swim period
for families. Children must be
accompanied by adults at all times.
Northeast
7 Fridays
Jan 29-Mar 11
6:15-7:15 pm
Free
Northeast
7 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 6:00-6:45 pm
$38
Youth swimming lessons
can be found on page 58.
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The Dowling pool is a warm,
therapeutic pool. A cleansing
shower is required. Shower
shoes are recommended. Times
listed are “in water times.”
Locker room door will open 10
minutes before class. Park in
back lot and enter at door #21.
Call 612.668.4828 for more
information.
Adult Water Exercise
Exercise and stretch for 45 minutes
in a warm therapeutic pool with an
experienced instructor.
Dowling
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 4:25-5:15 pm
$35
Dowling
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 5:20-6:10 pm
$35
Dowling
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 5:20-6:10 pm
$40
Dowling
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 4:25-5:15 pm
$40
Family Swim
Enjoy the warm Dowling pool during
this open swim time with your family.
The class is designed for infants and
children up to 9 years old and their
caregivers. Payment must be made for
adults and children.
Dowling
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:30-7:15 pm
$19/Person
Dowling
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 6:30-7:15 pm
$22/Person
Register online with a VISA or
MasterCard on our secure site:
www.mplscommunityed.com
www.mplscommunityed.com
The pool is located on the 46th St. & Beard Ave. S. side of
Southwest High. Enter through Door #17 and go down the stairs to
the first door on the left. Call 612.668.3100 for more information.
Adult Lap Swimming
Season Pass
Pick up a season swim pass to use for
all lap swim hours during the winter
quarter. Cost is $25 for single pass, $40
for double, $50 for three to four people,
and $60 for five or more people.
Southwest
7 Mon/Tue/Thu
Jan 25-Mar 10 7:30-9:00 pm
No class Feb 11$25
Adult Intro to Water Skills
This class is for students who aren’t yet
comfortable in the water.
Southwest
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
8:30-9:00 pm
$40
Adult Stroke
Development
Improve your front crawl and all other
strokes. You should be comfortable
submerging completely underwater,
know basic strokes, be comfortable in
the deep end and be able to float for
10 seconds.
Southwest
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
8:00-8:30 pm
$40
This class is for students who are
comfortable in the water and able to
“doggy” paddle.
Southwest
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
8:30-9:00 pm
$40
Southwest
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
8:30-9:00 pm
$40
Southwest
6 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 8:30-9:00 pm
No class Feb 11$40
Southwest
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
8:30-9:00 pm
$40
Southwest
6 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 8:30-9:00 pm
No class Feb 11$40
Swimming
Swimming at Southwest
Adult Stroke Refinement
Register Today!
Register now and make sure
you get into your favorite
classes! We’re online at:
www.mplscommunityed.com.
Southwest
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
8:30-9:00 pm
$40
Southwest
6 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 8:30-9:00 pm
No class Feb 11$40
Looking for Southwest
youth swim classes?
You’ll find them on page
58 of this brochure in
Youth & Family Programs.
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Trips, Tours & Special Events
Trips, Tours & Special Events
Southwest Community
Earth Day Clean-Up
Family Community
Sock Hop
Attend an evening of great music,
games, treats and prizes, along with lots
of fond memories for rock-’n’ rollers
of all ages! Have your picture taken in
front of our famous ’57 Chevrolet, and
buy some take-out snacks at our own
version of “Porky’s Drive-In.” We’ll be
spinning 45s from the ’50s, ’60s and
’70s. The fee is $3, plus a food donation
for the Metro Food Shelf. Youngsters
must be accompanied by an adult.
Wear soft-sole shoes or tennis shoes,
or be prepared to wear stockings only
in the gym.
Southwest
1 Friday
Mar 4
7:00-9:00 pm
$3
Minneapolis Institute
of Art Tours
The Winter 2016 tour is Artist’s Choices:
Why is the Sky Yellow? See how artists
use colors, lines, textures or shapes in
countless variations to create unique
works of art. Focus on one or more
elements while exploring a wide range
of media, cultures and time periods.
The Minneapolis Institure of Art (Mia) is
located at 2400 3rd Ave. S. Meet in the lobby
in front of the gift shop.
Edison
1 Thursday
Feb 11
6:30-7:30 pm
$5
Join the Southwest Community
Education Advisory Council and
students from Southwest High School
in a one-morning effort to help clean
up around the community. We will
meet at Southwest on Saturday
morning at 8:30 am for juice, coffee,
and rolls. The clean-up will run from
9:00 am to 12:00 pm. We’ll be cleaning
up around the school, and also the
shoreline along Minnehaha Creek,
Lake Harriet, and Lake Calhoun —
bus transportation will be provided to
and from the school. We’ll be providing
a gourmet picnic lunch for everyone
back at school — it’s a good idea to
share bread with friends & neighbors!
This project is being sponsored by the
Southwest Community Education
Advisory Council and the Southwest
Green Team. If you wish to participate,
please register online or contact Tom
Neiman at 612.668.3100 or tom.
[email protected]
Southwest
1 Saturday
Apr 23
8:30 am-12 pm
Free
Register now and make sure you get into your favorite classes!
We’re online at: www.mplscommunityed.com.
Northside Housing Fair
SATURDAY, MARCH 12
10:00 AM-3:00 PM • FREE
Lucy Craft Laney
Community School
3333 Penn Ave. N.
A one-stop-shop for every housing-related resource
you may be looking for! From contractors to loan
programs, legal and neighborhood resources;
everyone will be there, including you! Educational
seminars will be scheduled throughout the day as
well as activities for kids. See you there!
For more information, visit northsidehousingfair.com.
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Join us on one of our 2016
Recreation Trips. These trips are
popular, so we encourage you to
plan ahead. We will contact you
with additional information after
we receive your registration. We
promise great times, good food,
and a chance to meet a lot of
nice people... it’s a tradition!
Please note: Trips are not supervised—you go at your own risk.
Online registration and credit card payments are not available for
recreation trips. Please register by mail or in person with check or cash.
Please write a separate check when you sign up for a recreation trip—do
not include payment for trips with class registration payments.
Cross Country Ski Trip to
National Forest Lodge in
Isabella, MN
Join us on our 13th annual trip to
National Forest Lodge, where you’ll
find excellent skiing, superb hospitality,
and a peaceful and relaxing setting,
not to mention great food, an outdoor
hot tub and a wonderful sauna. More
than 35 kilometers of groomed trails
perfect for skiing and snowshoeing
weave through uncut stands of pine.
Cozy, rustic cabins hold two to eight
people. Cabins are heated and have
electricity, sitting areas and comfortable
beds, but no interior plumbing. A
central bathroom and shower house
is only 30-100 feet away from the
cabins. Linen rentals are available, or
you can bring your own sleeping bag,
pillows and towels. Isabella is located
about 70 miles north of Duluth.
Transportation is on your own. The
cost covers lodging, meals (Friday
dinner to Sunday lunch), Saturday
night entertainment and complete use
of the facilities. Cabins are selected
based on availability.
Southwest
Feb 5-Feb 7
1 Fri-Sun
$200
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Cross Country Ski Trip to
Northshore, Grand Marais
& Pincushion Mountain
Go north to Grand Marais to find the
best cross country skiing in Minnesota.
Stay at the new Aspen Lodge. Spend
your days skiing or snowshowing on
the North Shore Ski Trails, at Cascade
Park, at Pincushion Mountain or
along Lake Superior. If you prefer
back country options, get dropped off
along the North Mountain Trail and
ski down to a bus pick-up at Cascade
Lodge. After dinner Saturday night,
relax at the Grand Marais whirlpool,
sauna and swimming pool reserved
just for us. The coach bus will leave
the Chowen Avenue parking lot at
6:30 p.m. Friday night and return at
9:45 p.m. Sunday. Cost covers the
coach bus, lodging, pool fees, Saturday
breakfast and dinner, Sunday breakfast,
and snacks. You must be at least 18
years old to attend. A mandatory room
selection meeting will be held from 7-8
p.m. Jan. 27 at Southwest.
Save the
Date
for these upcoming
Spring & Summer
events:
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Minnesota-Wisconsin
100-Mile Garage Sale
Saturday, May 7
8:30 am-5:30 pm
$45
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Namekagon River
Canoe Trip
June 24-June 26
Friday through Sunday
$125
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Midnight-to-Dawn
Metro Bike Tour
Saturday, July 16
12:00-6:00 am
$20
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Call 612.668.3100
for more information.
Trips, Tours & Special Events
Southwest Recreation
Trips & Tours
Southwest
1 Fri-Sun
Feb 19-Feb 21 Dept. 6:30 pm
$225
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Yoga & Mind/Body
Mindfulness
Through mindfulness meditation,
learn to respond rather than react.
Develop and strengthen your mind
to increase your abilities to focus,
recognize and manage your emotions,
make better decisions, and empathize
in your relationships.
Barton
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 1
4:30-6:00 pm
$42
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:00-8:30 pm
$42
Yoga & Mind/Body
Alexander Technique
Get introduced to the Alexander
Technique, an educational discipline
that will help you coordinate your
whole body efficiently in everything
you do: walking and climbing stairs,
driving the car, gardening, or working
at the computer. Please bring a mat.
Barton
9 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 24 6:30-7:30 pm
$42
Lake Harriet
7 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 5:00-6:00 pm
$35
Alexander Technique
for Pregnancy
Work with your body’s structure,
function and new size to give yourself
greater freedom to move while pregnant.
Learn how to release muscular tension
and contraction, and direct yourself out
of collapsed postural states so you can
ease discomforts and move more easily
during and after pregnancy.
Meditation in Everyday
Life: An Introduction
to Meditation
Explore your heart and mind through
meditation. Learn simple methods
to begin the process of recognizing
your true nature. Bring a cushion and
blanket if you wish. Dress warmly and
comfortably.
Roosevelt
4 Mondays
Feb 22-Mar 14 6:00-7:30 pm
$28
Meditation Sampler
Discover how to reduce stress, build
your immune system and support
your general health and wellness
through meditation. You will be
introduced to a variety of techniques,
including meditation on the breath,
loving kindness meditation, mantra
meditation and more.
Pratt
4 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Feb 17 6:30-7:30 pm
$26
Jefferson
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 7:00-8:30 pm
$46
Qi Gong: Spring
Forest Techniques 1
Relax, balance your energy and bring
more harmony into your life with Qi
Gong. Learn active exercises and a
wonderful meditation for balance and
healing. Wear comfortable clothing.
Class meets February 16, 22, 25, 29,
and March 7.
SouthwestMon/Tue/Thu
Feb 16-Mar 7
6:30-8:00 pm
$33
Tai Chi & Qi Gong 1
Improve flexibility and balance using
sun-style Tai Chi and Qi Gong
exercises. Learn a 12-movement form
to gain better control of your health
and improve your quality of life.
Edison
6 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Mar 9
6:30-8:00 pm
$37
Tai Chi Chuan
Learn how to relax into health in
10 minutes a day. Tai Chi Chuan is
engaging, relaxing and fun all at the
same time.
Northeast
6 Tuesdays
Feb 2-Mar 15
7:15-8:15 pm
$28
Discounts
UCARE members may deduct
$15 per class or trip.
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A way of “moving without moving,”
Tai Chi is a less stressful form of exercise
for health and well-being. Benefits
include relaxation, coordination, better
circulation, flexibility and strength.
Wear loose, comfortable clothing.
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
6:15-7:15 pm
$31
Tai Chi: Wu Form
Known as the “moving mediation,”
Wu Tai Chi is a series of slow
controlled movements that develop
strength, balance, posture and calm. It
is especially good for healing joint and
back pain, and releasing stress.
Jefferson 8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 6:00-7:30 pm
$46
Tai Chi: Wu Style
Tai Chi Chuan for
Health & Self Defense
Practice a potent martial art that will
help you improve circulation, strength,
flexibility, relaxation, vitality and the
ability of your body to heal itself. Learn
the first section of the Wu form, Qi
Gong and basic “push hands.”
Roosevelt 6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
6:00-7:15 pm
$40
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
6:15-7:15 pm
$31
Yoga for Stress Reduction
Reduce stress, manage your moods,
gain more focus and cultivate a sense
of relaxation in your everyday life. You
will use gentle movement and postures,
breath awareness, guided meditation,
and deep relaxation techniques. Bring a
mat and blanket, and refrain from eating
before class. Dress in layers to stay warm.
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
5:30-6:50 pm
$42
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:00-8:20 pm
$42
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Yoga for Strong Bones
Improve your balance, flexibility and
overall body strength in this class for
those who may be concerned about
maintaining or building bone density.
Breath work, quiet reflection and deep
relaxation will be part of your practice.
Lake Harriet
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
6:00-7:30 pm
$47
Yoga Sampler
Experience four styles of yoga in this
four-week class. Learn classical yoga,
pranayama and yoga nidra, vinyasa,
and restorative yoga.
Pratt
4 Wednesdays
Feb 24-Mar 16 6:30-8:30 pm
$42
Yoga: Chakra Yoga
There are seven major psychic centers
in the body that process energy. Explore
these seven centers to learn their
purpose, what supports their healthy
function and what can block it.
Southwest
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
6:30-7:30 pm
$38
Yoga: Fitness
Increase your strength, improve
your flexibility and practice balance,
relaxation, and breathing techniques
through yoga exercises. Wear loose,
comfortable clothing, and refrain from
eating before class. Bring a yoga mat.
South
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 17 7:30-8:30 pm
$42
Washburn
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
6:00-7:15 pm
$45
Washburn
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:00-7:15 pm
$45
Northeast
6 Tuesdays
Feb 2-Mar 15
6:15-7:15 pm
$34
Register now and make sure
you get into your favorite
classes! We’re online at:
www.mplscommunityed.com.
Yoga: Gentle 1
Focus on slow movements through
seated, standing and restorative
poses that include proper alignment,
breathing and relaxation techniques.
Experience the benefits of yoga
through calmness of the mind,
improved balance, strength, circulation
and mobility.
Dowling
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:00-6:55 pm
$40
Yoga & Mind/Body
Tai Chi Chuan 1:
Yang Style
Lake Harriet
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
7:45-9:00 pm
$41
Washburn
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 7:30-8:30 pm
$38
Yoga: Gentle 2
Continue to develop your Yoga
practice. Pre-requisite: Gentle Yoga 1
or previous experience. Bring a mat.
Dowling
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 7:05-8:00 pm
$40
Want to Teach?
If you have knowledge,
ideas or passions that you
would like to share with
others, consider teaching a
community education class.
Call 612.668.3939 or visit
mplscommunityed.com for
more information.
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MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS:
Eve Topaloglu,
Prenatal Yoga instructor at Hale
“Eve has a way of making you feel
cared for both individually and as part
of the class community. I truly looked
forward to our yoga class each week.”
“One of the greatest gifts of prenatal yoga is that I learned
to breathe, relax and get my mind out of the way. Thanks
to Eve, I had the tools to feel empowered in my birth.”
Yoga: Hatha
Find a deeper connection for your
body, mind and spirit by using breath
to guide the body. The class focuses
on alignment, flexibility and strength.
Bring a yoga mat and blanket. Do not
eat two hours before class.
Jefferson
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 5:45-6:45 pm
$42
Dowling
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:00-7:15 pm
$44
Southwest
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
7:00-8:00 pm
$34
Washburn
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
4:30-5:30 pm
$38
Yoga: Hatha—All Levels
Focus on strength, stamina, balance,
flexibility and proper alignment in this
hatha yoga class that unites pranayama
(breath) and asanas (yoga postures).
Wear comfortable clothing, bring a
mat and small blanket, and refrain from
eating before class.
Southwest
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 5:30-6:45 pm
$45
Yoga: Hatha Gentle
If you have physical limitations or are
new to yoga, enjoy a class that focuses on
gentle techniques that accommodate all
bodies. You will work on form, breathing
and relaxation. Wear comfortable
clothing and bring a mat.
Roosevelt
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
6:00-7:15 pm
$45
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Yoga: Kundalini
Cultivate clarity, harmony, wellness and
prosperity with kundalini yoga. Classes
are comprised of a kriya, a series of
dynamic and held postures put together
for a specific benefit, such as healing,
kidney health, emotional balance,
helping depression or improving
communication.
Edison
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:45-8:45 pm
$34
Lake Harriet
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:45-8:45 pm
$31
Pratt
7 Saturdays
Jan 30-Mar 12 10:30-11:45 am
$45
Pratt
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 7:30-8:45 pm
$45
Yoga: Power 1
Combine traditional yoga postures with
fluid movements and key breathing
techniques for a powerful aerobic
workout. You will experience intensive
muscle stretching and strengthening
to improve your balance, muscle tone
and alignment. Wear loose clothing and
bring a mat.
Southwest
8 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 21 6:30-7:30 pm
$45
Yoga: Power 2
Get ready for more challenging poses,
breath work and meditation in this
in-depth, faster-paced class. Prerequisite: Two sessions of Power Yoga
1 or equivalent experience. Wear loose
clothing and bring a mat.
Southwest
8 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 21 7:30-8:30 pm
$45
Yoga: Prenatal
Prepare your body and mind for the
birthing process. Maintain flexibility,
vitality, strength of body and calmness of
mind during and after pregnancy. Wear
loose clothing and bring a yoga mat.
Edison
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
6:00-7:00 pm
$34
Hale
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 17 6:00-7:15 pm
$50
Yoga: Restorative
Release as much tension as possible
in your body with restorative yoga, a
proactive form of strengthening that
allows you to stretch deeper than just
your muscles and into your ligaments.
Southwest
7 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 6:30-7:30 pm
$38
Yoga: Sivananda Hatha
Practice breathing exercises, sun
salutations, classical yoga asanas and
relaxation with thorough explanation
and guidance. Build upon each week’s
learning to establish a home practice.
Southwest
8 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 24 6:00-7:30 pm
No class Feb 11$58
Yoga: Vinyasa
Link your postures with smooth,
deliberate breathing.
Barton
9 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 22 6:30-7:30 pm
$42
Register Today!
Register now and make sure you get into your favorite classes!
We’re online at: www.mplscommunityed.com.
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Creating a bucket list can help you
maximize each day and live your life
to the fullest. Discuss local places to
visit, then expand upon that to consider
goals you may want to achieve, dreams
you want to fulfill and adventures you
wish to experience. Pre-register online
or call 612.668.2219. Class held at Our
Lady of Peace Church, 5426 12th Ave. S.
OLOPC
1 Thursday
Feb 25
12:30-2:30 pm
Free
Minnesota History
with a French Accent
Adventures in Learning
Classes in this section are priced at the senior rate.
UCare discounts may be applied to these classes.
Adults of all ages are welcome to participate.
Bingo Social
Enjoy time with friends and light
refreshments as you play lively games
of Bingo. There will be fun prizes, but
no cash will be awarded. To register,
call 612.668.3767. Class is held at McRae
Park, 906 E. 47th St.
McRae Park
3 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 24 11 am-12:30 pm
Free
Book Club
Be a part of a book club that cares.
Book Club meets the third Monday
of every month. Call 612.668.1590
for more information and for the
book of the month. A $2 donation
at the door goes toward Waite Park
student scholarships. Note: January
and February Book Club will meet the
fourth Monday, due to holidays.
Waite Park
Jan 25-Mar 21
3 Mondays
1:00-2:30 pm
$2 at door
Exploring Poetry
Take a little time out of your busy
life to join this interactive class to (re)
discover the joy of poetry! Bring your
favorite poems to share. Kate Donahue
will provide background for poems
presented and discussed, and will
introduce various poems and poets
through audio and visual means.
Pratt
6 Tuesdays
Feb 2-Mar 8
10:00-11:00 am
$25
Lunch & Classic Movie
at the Parkway
Enjoy a lunch buffet at Pepito’s at 11
am, followed by a screening of a classic
movie. See Coal Miner’s Daughter Jan.
21, The Producers Feb. 18 and The Sting
Mar. 17. Cost is $12.95 plus tip and
beverage. Bring a friend along for free.
Call 612.668.3767 to pre-register and
pay for your lunch at Pepito’s. Meet at
Pepito’s Parkway Theater, 4814 Chicago
Ave. S.
Minnesota’s state motto, l’Etoile du
Nord, reminds us that the French left
an indelible mark on our society and
culture. This series, developed by
members of the French-American
Heritage Foundation, focuses on French
history and heritage in our state. Register
online or by calling 612.668.4828. Class
held at Nokomis Library, 5100 34th Ave. S.
Adults 55+
Men Only: What’s on
Your Bucket List?
Nokomis Lib.
4 Tuesdays
Mar 1-Mar 22
10:30 am-12 pm
Free
The Statue of Liberty:
Two Decades of Effort,
Almost Impossible Odds
Join us for a compelling look at the
idea, the construction and the meaning
behind one of the most recognizable
symbols in the world. Please call
612.668.1590 to pre-register. Class held at
Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church, 27th &
Johnson St. NE, Downstairs Fellowship Hall.
Gustavus
Jan 26
1 Tuesday
1:00-2:30 pm
$2 at door
Women Only:
Indulge Yourself
After age 30, gravity and climate impact
our skin. Learn how to make some
all-natural homemade remedies that
will enhance the tone and vibrancy
of your skin. Instructor collects a $3
supply fee. Register online or by calling
612.668.2219. Class held at Our Lady of
Peace Church, 5426 12th Ave. S.
Register online with a VISA or
MasterCard on our secure site:
www.mplscommunityed.com.
It’s quick and easy!
Pepito’s Theater 3 Thursdays
Jan 21-Mar 17
11 am-2:30 pm
$12.95 at door
www.mplscommunityed.com
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
OLOPC
1 Tuesday
Feb 9
12:30-2:30 pm
$16
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Armchair Travel
NORTHEAST MINNEAPOLIS
SOUTH MINNEAPOLIS
Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran
Church, 27th & Johnson St.
NE (across from fire station),
Downstairs Fellowship Hall.
Hosmer Community Library,
36th St. & 4th Ave. S.
Please pre-register by calling
612.668.1590. Suggested
donation of $2 at the door.
Please pre-register by calling
612.668.2740. Suggested
donation of $2 at the door.
Budapest
Relive the places you’ve traveled
or discover things you never knew
about places you’ve always wanted to
visit. Travelogues are a time to learn
about new and different countries.
In January, explore Budapest. Home
to 3.3 million people, the city has
something to interest everyone.
Hosmer Library 1 Tuesday
Jan 19
1:00-2:30 pm
Zambia, Africa
Join Lyall Schwarzkopf as he takes us
to Zambia, Africa. Understand the
history and politics, see photographs
of the capitol city of Lusaka, and
learn about transportation, people,
the economy, exports and more.
View videos of African animals on a
safari and of Victoria Falls, one of the
Seven Wonders of the World.
Gustavus
Feb 23
1 Tuesday
1:00-2:30 pm
Morocco
Take a virtual trip in mountainous
Morocco. The country is only one of
three on Earth with both an Atlantic
and Mediterranean coastline.
Hosmer Library 1 Tuesday
Feb 16
1:00-2:30 pm
Gustavus
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1 Tuesday
1:00-2:30 pm
Catholic Eldercare Main St.
Lodge, 909 Main St. N.E.
To register, call 612.362.2450.
The Afternoon of Life:
A Bouquet of Longevity
Carl Gustav Jung the famous Swiss
psychiatrist once said, “Surely reaching
our seventies and eighties has to have
significance of its own. The afternoon
of life cannot be simply an appendage
to life’s morning.” The question—
How does one find meaning and
purpose during this period of our
lives?— will be explored in this
presentation by Anita Makar.
1 Monday
1:30-3:00 pm
Costa Rica
Explore the golden coasts of Costa
Rica. View photos and videos to learn
about the history and culture of this
tropical country.
Hosmer Library 1 Tuesday
Mar 15
1:00-2:30 pm
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
Jan 11
Free
The Lincoln Assassination
When Jon Wilkes Booth assassinated
Abraham Lincoln, the Civil War
was ending and emotions were high.
Killing the president was just part of
Booth’s plan. Join presenter David
Jones to explore this fragile time in
history and the plot that very nearly
succeeded in toppling the government.
1 Monday
1:30-3:00 pm
Seoul, Korea
Join Gil Dignen as he takes us to the
city of Seoul along the 38th parallel,
the dividing line between North and
South Korea. Explore Seoul’s history
from 1950 through the present.
Elder
Enrichment
Feb 1
Free
Holy Week & Easter in Art
See a visual experience of wonderful
artful depictions of Holy Week and
Easter and the rich history behind each
painting, sculpture, and tapestry.
1 Monday
1:30-3:00 pm
Mar 7
Free
www.mplscommunityed.com
North Mississippi Regional
Park, 4900 Mississippi Ct.
(49th Ave. N. & I-94).
Ages 16+ welcome.
Pre-registration is required.
Register online or call
612.668.4828.
Date Day Snowshoeing
Find someone you want to share
winter with, and bring them on a
date day snowshoe hike. Equipment
and refreshments will be provided. A
hike will be held if there is no snow.
Reservations are required by Feb. 10.
NMRP
1 Saturday
Feb 13
2:00-4:00 pm
$25/Couple
A Summer in NunaVut
Join a naturalist on her journey while
canoeing for 45 days in northern
Canada. Hear stories of her adventure
about this seemingly barren land as
she discovers amazing arctic wildlife
and captures photos of amazing
tundra landscapes. Refreshments will
be provided.
NMRP
1 Wednesday
Feb 17
10 am-12 pm
$5
Mississippi River Geology
The geology of the Mississippi River
has played an integral role in shaping
the Twin Cities that we know today.
Learn about the rocks and fossils we
see by the river, how the river came
to be, and how all these things have
affected Twin Cities life. Refreshments
will be provided.
NMRP
1 Wednesday
Mar 2
10 am-12 pm
$5
Register now and make sure
you get into your favorite
classes! We’re online at:
www.mplscommunityed.com.
www.mplscommunityed.com
UCare For Seniors members:
Discounts are limited to one discount per year
for UCare for Seniors members.
This is a result of guidelines issued by the Centers for
Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates
this and other Medicare Advantage plans nationwide.
Defensive Driving 55+
Some classes are offered in
co l l a b o rat i o n w i t h AA R P.
Members receive a $5 discount.
AARP card must be brought to
class. Indicate AARP membership
on registration form or call the
site offering the class to register
with discount. The AARP discount
is not available for classes at
Pratt, Roosevelt, Southwest or
Washburn. No senior discounts.
8-Hour Initial Class
Review your driving skills, learn
current laws and get tips on driving
safely. After completing the course,
receive a certificate for a 10%
discount on auto insurance for
drivers age 55 and older. There will
be a break; bring a snack or lunch
if you wish.
Adults 55+
NMRP
Programs
4-Hour Refresher Class
After the initial eight-hour course,
you only need this four-hour course
every three years to renew the 10%
discount on your auto insurance. A
discount certificate is given upon
completion.
Edison
1 Monday
Feb 22
5:00-9:00 pm
$20
Henry
1 Wednesday
Feb 24
4:30-8:30 pm
$20
Northeast
1 Saturday
Feb 27
10 am-2 pm
$20
Pratt
1 Saturday
Mar 12
9 am-1 pm
$20
Edison
1 Wed & Thu
Feb 24-Feb 25 5:00-9:00 pm
$24
Waite Park
1 Thursday
Jan 14
10 am-2:30 pm
$20
Henry
1 Mon & Wed
Feb 29-Mar 2
4:30-8:30 pm
$24
Roosevelt
1 Monday
Feb 22
4:10-8:10 pm
$20
Roosevelt
2 Wednesdays
Feb 17-Feb 24 4:10-8:10 pm
$24
Roosevelt
1 Wednesday
Feb 24
4:10-8:10 pm
$20
Southwest
2 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Feb 10
5:00-9:00 pm
$24
Washburn
1 Tuesday
Feb 23
4:00-8:00 pm
$20
Washburn
2 Tuesdays
Feb 16-Feb 23 4:00-8:00 pm
$24
Southwest
1 Wednesday
Jan 27
5:00-9:00 pm
$20
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55+ Creative Activities
Open Knitting Studio
Receive expert help on your knitting
projects from an experienced group.
Drop in when you wish. Class is held
at Kenwood Apartments, 825 Summit Ave.
Jefferson
8 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 16 3:30-5:00 pm
$12/Session
Paper & Pencils
Acting & Improvisation:
Beginner Level
Work with established acting instructors
from the improv group Brave New
Workshop to create snappy scenes,
fun dialogue and audience laughter.
Class held at Kenwood Apartments, 825
Summit Ave.
Jefferson
6 Mondays
Feb 8-Mar 14
10 am-12 pm
$55
Creative Writing 1
Pick up your pencil and start writing!
Activate your writing skills by
generating material, finding your voice
and developing characters. Creative
Writing 2 will be offered in the spring.
Held at McRae Park, 906 47th St. E.
Hale
4 Mondays
Mar 7-Mar 28
10:30 am-12 pm
$22
Minneapolis
Southside Singers
Join this chorus of more than 50
members, and sing everything from
show tunes and patriotic music to
dance numbers and vaudeville-style
skits. This activity is funded in part
by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural
Heritage Fund. For more information,
call 612.729.4984. Rehearsals are held at
Trinity Lutheran Church of Minnehaha Falls,
5212 41st Ave. S.
Trinity Lutheran 21 Mondays
Jan 4-May 23
1:00-3:00 pm
$20
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Do you like to doodle or just want
an excuse to use some art supplies?
Join this low-pressure class and learn
the basics of drawing and sketching.
Register online or call 612.668.3767.
Class held at Pearl Park, 414 E. Diamond
Lake Rd.
Hale 3 Wednesdays
Feb 10-Feb 24 1:00-2:00 pm
$15
Tatted Lace 1
Shuttle-made tatting is among the finest
and most unusual forms of lace making.
Learn the basic double stitch and how to
create picots and chains. Tatting is useful
for decorating clothing and linens,
creating bridal crowns, snowflakes
and ornaments. Bring two contrasting
colors of crochet, tatting or bedspread
cotton and a tatting shuttle, available
at Michael’s or online at Amazon or
Tatting Corner. Class held at Creekview
Recreation Center, 5001 Humboldt Ave. N.
CreekviewThursday
Mar 3
10 am-12 pm
$16
Tatted Lace 2
After a short review of tatting basics,
you will learn to make rings and joins
to create leaf and floral motifs. You
will also learn about joining of motifs
to create more elaborate designs
using chains. If time permits, pattern
instructions and abbreviations will also
be covered. Bring two contrasting colors
of crocheting or bedspread cotton and
a tatting shuttle. Prerequisite: Tatted
Lace 1. Class held at Creekview Recreation
Center, 5001 Humboldt Ave. N.
Zentangles &
Coloring Books
Rediscover the joy of coloring, and
learn how to draw Zentangle patterns
in your coloring books. Also, learn
how to make coloring pages of your
own using Zentangle patterns. The
instructor will collect a $3 supply
fee. Register online or by calling
612.668.2219. Class is held at Creekview
Recreation Center, 5001 Humboldt Ave. N.
Creekview
1 Monday
Feb 22
10 am-12 pm
$16
Zentangles:
New Patterns & More
Create beautiful images by drawing
“tangles,” repetitive patterns created
one stroke at a time. Zentangle
increases focus and creativity, and
is great for people new to drawing.
The instructor will collect a $3 supply
fee. Register online or by calling
612.668.2219. Class is held at Creekview
Recreation Center, 5001 Humboldt Ave. N.
Creekview
1 Monday
Feb 22
12:30-2:30 pm
$16
Zentangle Paper Beads
Learn to draw a few Zentangle patterns
on paper, then roll them into beautiful
paper beads to create a fun and easy
necklace and earrings. Create in
classic black and white or add a splash
of color to match your wardrobe.
This class is great for people with
experience drawing Zentangles and
newcomers. Instructor collects a $3
supply fee. Register online or by calling
612.668.2219. Class held at Creekview
Recreation Center, 5001 Humboldt Ave. N.
Creekview
1 Monday
Mar 21
10 am-12 pm
$16
CreekviewThursday
Mar 10
10 am-12 pm
$16
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
www.mplscommunityed.com
If you like moving your whole body, try
this sampler class. This fitness practice
combines the best of dance, martial
arts and yoga. A lifelong practice for all
ages and abilities. Register online or by
calling 612.668.2219. Held at Creekview
Recreation Center, 5001 Humboldt Ave. N.
Creekview
1 Tuesday
Jan 26
2:00-3:00 pm
Free
Practical Yoga: Flexibility,
Balance & Strength
55+ Fitness
Stretch & Balance
Gain f lexibility, strength and
better balance through low-impact
conditioning and stretches. Movements
are done standing and on the floor.
Bring a floor/yoga mat.
Waite Park
7 Wednesdays
Jan 27-Mar 9
1:00-2:00 pm
$26.25
Alexander Technique
for Seniors
The Alexander Technique is an
educational discipline that will help you
coordinate your whole body efficiently
in walking and climbing stairs, driving
the car, gardening, or working at the
computer. The moves you do should
alleviate neck, back and hip pain. Class is
held at Kenwood Apartments, 825 Summit Ave.
Jefferson
8 Saturdays
Jan 30-Mar 19 3:30-4:30 pm
$18
Fun & Fitness 55+
Enjoy fun, simple routines that use
strengthening exercises, as well as
stretching exercises to increase your
flexibility and range of motion.
Register online or call 612.668.3100.
Class is held at Linden Hills Park, 3100
W. 43rd St.
Southwest
8 Tue & Thu
Jan 26-Mar 17 1:00-2:00 pm
$30
www.mplscommunityed.com
Lifelong Fitness
Take part in easy chair aerobics and
low-impact exercises to help improve
your posture, bone density, balance
and joint mobility. Register online or
call 612.668.1100.
Pratt
8 Tuesdays
Feb 2-Mar 22
8:30-9:30 am
$28.50
Pratt
8 Thursdays
Feb 4-Mar 24 8:30-9:30 am
$28.50
Nia: A Total
Workout to Music
If you like moving your whole body,
you will love Nia. This fitness practice
combines the best of dance, martial
arts and yoga. More dance party than
workout, Nia builds strength, agility,
confidence and conditioning. Wear
shoes and bring a yoga mat or thick
towel for floor work. Three sections:
Creekview Recreation Center
5001 Humboldt Ave. N.
Register online or call 612.668.2219.
7 Tuesdays
2:00-3:00 pm
Feb 2-Mar 15
$28
Using gentle yet effective poses from
Hatha yoga, students will increase
their flexibility, strength and balance
in order to improve upon the safety
and ease of their everyday physical
tasks. Class is held at Fuller Park, 4800
Grand Ave. S.
Adults 55+
Nia: A Total
Workout Sampler
Fuller Park
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
1:00-2:00 pm
$28
Fuller Park
7 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 1:00-2:00 pm
$28
SilverSneakers FLEX
Improve your stability, bone density,
endurance, coordination and mental
sharpness. Focused exercises work
on stretching, flexibility, balance, low
impact aerobics and strength training.
There is no charge for SilverSneakers
Fitness Program members. Attend
either or both sessions each week.
Register online or call 612.668.2219.
Class held at CommonBond Communities—
Shingle Creek Commons, 4600 Humboldt
Ave. N.
Shingle Creek 11 Tue & Thu
Jan 12-Mar 24 1:00-2:00 pm
$22
Fuller Park, 4800 Grand Ave. S.
Call 612.668.3450 to register with
UCare discount.
7 Mondays
1:00-2:00 pm
Jan 25-Mar 14
$28
7 Wednesdays Jan 27-Mar 9
1:00-2:00 pm
$28
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Staying Fit Forever
Learn strengthening, cardiovascular,
balance and flexibility components to
create a safe and effective workout to
keep your body and mind agile and
strong throughout the years. Register
online or call 612.668.2219. Class held
at Bremer Way Condominiums, 3232 Fremont
Ave. N.
Bremer Way 11 Mondays
Jan 11-Mar 28
10:30-11:30 am
$33
Health Talks
Living Well with
Chronic Conditions
If you struggle with ongoing
health conditions, come get the
support your need, find practical
ways to deal with pain and fatigue,
discover better nutrition and
exercise options, set goals and
make a plan to improve your
health. Register online or by
calling 612.668.4828. Class is
held at Southwest Senior Center, 3612
Bryant Ave. S.
Roosevelt
6 Tue
Jan 5-Feb 9
1-2:30 pm
Free
Making Changes to
Stay in Your Home
Learn how to make your home
more safe and manageable in
order to stay in it as long as
possible. Receive information
about home care services, and
talk about how to know when it
is time to move on to a different
living situation. Co-sponsored by
Pratt Community Education and
Southeast Seniors. Register online
or by calling 612.668.1100. Class
is held at Prospect Park Association
building, 2828 University Ave. SE,
Suite 200.
Pratt
1 Wed
Feb 24
1-2:30 pm
Free
Tai Chi
Improve flexibility and balance using
Tai Chi. Originally developed for
people with arthritis, this program can
be used by young people and older
adults. Learn a 12-movement form
to gain better control of your health
and improve your quality of life. Class
held at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 4100
Lyndale Ave. S.
Bethlehem
7 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 9:45-10:45 am
$28
Tai Chi & Qi Gong 1
Improve flexibility and balance using
sun-style Tai Chi and Qi Gong
exercises. Learn a 12-movement form
to gain better control of your health
and improve your quality of life.
Register online or call 612.668.1100
for the Van Cleve Park class. Van Cleve
Park is located at 901 15th Ave. S.E.
Waite Park
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Feb 29 1:00-2:30 pm
$27.75
Van Cleve Park 6 Fridays
Jan 29-Mar 4
10:30 am-12 pm
$27.75
Tai Chi & Qi Gong 2
Build upon what you’ve learned of sunstyle Tai Chi and Qi Gong exercises.
Pre-requisite: Tai Chi & Qi Gong 1 or
instructor permission. Register online
or by calling 612.668.1100. Class held at
Van Cleve Park, 901 15th Ave. S.E.
Pratt
6 Fridays
Jan 29-Mar 4
9:00-10:15 am
Free
There are no classes on
Monday, February 15.
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Tai Chi Easy
Find out why Tai Chi is called “moving
meditation” in classes that vary between
sitting, standing and slow (Tai Chi)
walking. Call 612.668.3767 for more
information. Class held at Our Lady of
Peace, 5426 12th Ave. S.
Hale
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 14 9:45-10:45 am
No class Feb 8$24
or Feb 15
Tai Chi for Health
Tai Chi is a holistic approach to
harmonizing body, mind and spirit.
The benefits are numerous. Class is held
at Kenwood Apartments, 825 Summit Ave.
Jefferson
8 Sundays
Jan 24-Mar 13 2:00-3:00 pm
$18
Yoga: Gentle 1
Focus on slow movements through
seated, standing and restorative
poses that include proper alignment,
breathing and relaxation techniques.
Wear comfortable clothing and bring
a mat if you have one. Two sections:
Lake Nokomis Community
Center, 2401 E. Minnehaha Pkwy.
Register online or call 612.668. 3767
6 Tuesdays
Feb 2-Mar 15
3:30-4:30 pm $26
No class Feb 23
Bethlehem Lutheran Church,
4100 Lyndale Ave. S.
Register online or call 612.668.3450
7 Wednesdays Jan 27-Mar 9
1:00-2:00 pm
$28
Safety Disclaimer: There is an
inherent risk of accident and
injury in any activity. It is the
responsibility of the participant
to be aware that there are
assumed risks in participation.
Minneapolis Public Schools (SSD
#1) assumes no responsibility
for injuries received during
activities. Any changes in
participants’ activity level should
be done under the approval and
direction of their physician or
health care provider.
www.mplscommunityed.com
Sabathani Community Center, 310 E. 38th St., Room. 106
To register, call 612.821.2306. Sessions are free.
Sponsored by Minneapolis Public Schools Community Education
and Sabathani Senior Center.
Alexander Technique
for Seniors
The Alexander Technique is an
educational discipline that will help
you coordinate your whole body
efficiently in everything you do:
walking and climbing stairs, driving
the car, gardening, or working at the
computer. The moves you do should
alleviate neck, back and hip pain.
Sabathani
1 Thursday
Feb 11
10:30 am-12 pm
Free
Heart Health
Join us for our March Coffee Talk
where we will explore more ways for
seniors to keep their hearts healthy.
Learn about how diet and exercise
can help at any age. Bring questions
and comments for the group so that
we can keep up an exciting discussion!
Sabathani
1 Thursday
Mar 10
10:30 am-12 pm
Free
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 2730 E. 31st St.
2nd floor Community Room
Blood pressure screenings available from 11:30 am-12 pm.
To register, call 612.668.3767.
Sponsored by Longfellow/Seward Healthy Seniors, Minneapolis Community
Education and Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.
Honoring Choices:
Advanced Care Planning
Holy Trinity
Feb 16
1 Tuesday
10:00-11:30 am
$1 at door
www.mplscommunityed.com
Mindfulness, Breathing
& Yoga for Well-Being
Take a break and experience the
benefits of yoga for health. Practice
some simple mindfulness exercises,
breathing techniques and yoga to
strengthen vitality throughout your
body. All are welcome.
1 Monday
1:30-2:30 pm
$1 at door
Travelogue: Scandinavia
1 Tuesday
10:00-11:30 am
$1 at door
Join us for an interesting presentation
on transportation options for seniors.
Sponsored by Minneapolis
Community Education &
Bremer Way Condominiums.
Bremer Way
Feb 8
Learn why it’s important to talk about
your health care wishes with family
and health care professionals, and how
to write them down. Forms and other
resources will be available.
Transportation
Options for Seniors
Bremer Way
Condominiums,
3232 Fremont Ave. N.
To register, call
612.668.2219.
Senior Social & Health Talks
Holy Trinity
Jan 19
North
Community
Health Chats
Adults 55+
Sabathani Coffee Talks
Hearing Loss &
Healthy Aging
Hear about the consequences of
untreated hearing loss, learn how and
where to get an accurate diagnosis,
and receive tips on choosing the right
technology for you.
Holy Trinity
Mar 15
1 Tuesday
10:00-11:30 am
$1 at door
Relive the places you’ve traveled or
discover things about places you’ve
always wanted to visit. Travelogues
are a time to learn about new and
different countries. In March, explore
Denmark, Sweden and Norway.
Experience Tivoli Gardens, stand
on a street corner in Stockholm,
witness the royal wedding festivities
of Princess Victoria and more.
Bremer Way
Mar 14
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
1 Monday
1:30-2:30 pm
$1 at door
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Gustavus
Senior Social
& Health Talks
Gustavus Adolphus
Lutheran Church,
27th & Johnson St. NE
(across from fire station),
Downstairs Fellowship Hall
Shingle Creek Commons
Programs
Shingle Creek Commons—CommonBond Communities
4600 Humboldt Ave. N.
Please pre-register by calling 612.668.2219.
Sponsored by Minneapolis Community Education &
Shingle Creek Commons.
African American
Pioneers: Unveiling the
Myths 1900-2015—Part 5
To register, call
612.668.1590.
Please do not arrive more than
20 minutes before programs.
Who Wants My Stuff?
Get practical tips about planning ahead
to determine who will get your personal
belongings when you pass away.
Gustavus
Jan 19
1 Tuesday
1:00-2:00 pm
$2 at door
Gemstones
Get a glimpse at colored gemstones from
all around the world. Hear what they
are and how they’re used in jewelry, and
learn what to look for when buying gems.
Gustavus
Feb 16
1 Tuesday
1:00-2:00 pm
$2 at door
Keeping Your
Brain Healthy
Learn about the latest research in
keeping your brain healthy, and
discover some fun activities that you
can do at home and with others to be
brain healthy.
Gustavus
Mar 15
1 Tuesday
1:00-2:00 pm
$2 at door
The 55+ Diet Maze
Join us for a factual and hopeful
conversation about diet, weight
management and navigating the
diet maze for older adults.
1 Thursday
10:30-11:30 am
African American
Pioneers: Unveiling the
Myths 1900-2015—Part 4
To complete our historical journey,
join us to examine the ’Myths of
Slavery’ and the effect those myths
had to prompt the “Great Migration”
of African Americans out of the South
to other parts of the country. This
migration had a huge impact on the
country in general, as it encouraged
and incited African Americans
to become engaged in politics,
education, sports, entertainment,
science, as well as in the military and
in the legal system as activists fighting
for civil rights in the 20th and 21st
Centuries. Your journey will present
valuable insights into history from the
African American point of view; you
will find the class both enjoyable and
enlightening.
1 Wednesday
1:30-3:30 pm
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Celebrate the tenacity and triumph
of the human heart and spirit of
African Americans as we complete
our historical journey of the Great
Migration from 1492-2015. Moving
into the 21st century, we will review
the progress made by African
Americans toward full participatory
citizenship and their tremendous
contributions to the building of our
country and its institutions.
1 Wednesday
1:30-3:30 pm
Feb 24
$2 at door
Hot Music Just
Off the Griddle
In the 1920s and 1930s, record
companies began to market
special labels of music to AfricanAmericans who had left the South
during the Great Migration called
“race records,” music by and for an
African-American audience. Listen to
recordings of records that are more
than 80 years old including jazz, blues
and gospel, and learn about the artists
who performed them.
1 Thursday
10:30-11:30 am
Mar 17
$1 at door
Feb 17
$2 at door
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
www.mplscommunityed.com
To register, call 612.668.4828. No senior discounts.
Gypsy at the
Pantages Theatre
Sit back and enjoy the showstoppers
and stage mothers in this iconic, Tony
Award-winning musical. Gypsy includes
the legendary songs Everything’s Coming
Up Roses, Together (Wherever We Go),
Small World, and more. Transportation
is on your own. Tickets will be mailed
to you. Meet at the Pantages Theatre, 710
Hennepin Ave.
Pantages
1 Saturday
Feb 27
2:00-4:30 pm
$40
Joseph & the Amazing
Technicolor Dreamcoat
at the Orpheum Theatre
Fly Me to the Moon: Love
Songs from Big Band Era
Kick off Valentine’s Day with fresh
takes on classic love songs made
famous during the glamorous Big Band
era. Seats are balcony box seating.
Transportation is on your own. Tickets
will be mailed to you. Meet at Orchestra
Hall, 1111 Nicollet Mall.
Orchestra Hall 1 Sunday
Feb 14
2:00-4:00 pm
$23
The Wedding Singer at
the Old Log Theatre
New Jersey wedding singer Robbie Hart
is the life of the party until his fiancée
leaves him at the altar. Enter Julia, a
waitress who wins his affection but is
about to be married to someone else.
Can Robbie pull off the performance
of a decade and win her over? With
registration, indicate your choice of
beef short ribs, tilapia, vegetarian pasta
or chicken breast. All are served with
sides, dessert and a beverage. Price
includes bus transportation, show,
lunch, tax and gratuity.
Bus Pick-Up
1 Thursday
Feb 18
10 am-5:15 pm
$68
www.mplscommunityed.com
One of the most enduring shows of
all time, this is the irresistible family
musical about the trials and triumphs
of Joseph, Israel’s favorite son. This
new production is a re-imagining
of the Biblical story of Joseph, his
eleven brothers and the coat of many
colors. The magical musical is full of
unforgettable songs, including Go Go
Go Joseph, Any Dream Will Do and Close
Every Door. Transportation is on your
own. Tickets will be mailed to you. Meet
at the Orpheum Theatre, 910 Hennepin Ave.
Orpheum
1 Sunday
Apr 3
1:00-3:30 pm
$47
Register for classes online at:
www.mplscommunityed.com.
Book of Mormon at
the Orpheum Theatre
This outrageous musical comedy follows
the misadventures of a mismatched pair
of missionaries, sent halfway across
the world to spread the Good Word.
Now with productions in London, on
Broadway, and across North America,
it has truly become an international
sensation. Contains explicit language.
Transportation is on your own. Tickets
will be mailed to you. Meet at the Orpheum
Theatre, 910 Hennepin Ave.
Orpheum
1 Sunday
May 22
6:30-9:00 pm
$57
Lake Geneva U.S. Mail Boat
Cruise, Fireside Theatre
& Mid-Continental Train
Adults 55+
55+ Trips & Tours
Join us for a 3-day motor coach tour to
Wisconsin. Wednesday, we’ll travel to
Lake Geneva to enjoy dinner and show
at the Dancing Horses Dinner Theater.
Thursday morning, board the Lake
Geneva U.S. Mail Boat for a narrated
cruise. Check into the Holiday Inn
before an evening at the Fireside
Theatre in Fort Atkinson. Have their
signature buffet dinner and see Singin’
in the Rain. Friday, we’ll visit the Midcontinental Railway Museum. Pick
up a box lunch and take a memorable
train ride in a restored coach. Bus picks
up at 3 locations: Windom School,
Dowling School, Parker Skyview
Highrise. Price includes transportation,
lodging, most meals and attractions.
For more details, call 612.668.4828.
Wed. July 27–Fri. July 29
$575/Person (2 per room)
$740/Person (1 per room)
Pick-up points for Adults 55+ Trips:
Dowling School
3900 W. River Pkwy.
Olson Middle School
1607 51st Ave. N.
Hawthorne Transit Station
31 N. 9th St.
Parker Skyview Highrise
1815 Central Ave. N.E.
Northeast Middle School
2955 Hayes Street N.E.
Windom School
5821 Wentworth Ave. S.
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Youth & Family Programs
Ornamental Garden Art
Explore a variety of art materials with
your child to make art inspired by
nature. You will paint on small wooden
pieces that can be used to hang inside or
out. Price is for one child and one adult.
Pratt
1 Saturday
Mar 12
10 am-12 pm
$18
Shape Up Together!
Family
4H at Northeast
The Urban 4H club at Northeast
meets 2 Monday evenings per month
during the school year. Children and
Families work together on projects and
field trips. For further information, call
Robin and Bill at 612.751.5124.
Northeast
5 Mondays
Jan 11-Mar 14
7:00-8:30 pm
Free
Dance & Music for Parents
& Tots (Ages 2-3)
Bring your child and have fun exploring
the different ways you can move
your body to musical rhythms. The
class will help in the development of
coordination, motor skills and the use
of imagination. Class is held at Linden
Hills Park, 43rd & Xerxes Ave. S.
Linden Hills Pk. 7 Saturdays
Jan 30-Mar 12 12:00-12:30 pm
$39
Dance: Ballet, Hip
Hop & Modern Dance
Foundations &
Imagination (Ages 5-6)
Use your imagination and a range of
dance movements from ballet, hip hop
and modern dance. The class ends with
a performance. Class is held at Linden
Hills Park, 43rd & Xerxes Ave. S.
Linden Hills Pk. 7 Sat & Sun
Jan 30-Mar 13 1:10-1:50 pm
$39
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Enhance your family’s health in an
hour of weights, stretching and fitnessrelated family games at the fitness
center. These classes is free, but you
must preregister.
Dance: Creative Dance,
Movement & Stories
(Ages 3½-4½)
Get a great introduction to dance,
movement and imagination as you and
your child explore all the ways you can
move your bodies. Class is held at Linden
Hills Park, 43rd & Xerxes Ave. S.
Linden Hills Pk. 7 Sat & Sun
Jan 30-Mar 13 12:35-1:05 pm
$39
Family Chess
Learn the basic rules of chess and
common gameplay strategies as you
and your child interact on the chess
board and come to love the game. This
class offers a hands-on chance to learn
how to play chess.
Henry
4 Wednesdays
Feb 17-Mar 9
6:30-8:30 pm
$28
Minion Crafting (Ages 8+)
Family Fitness
Northeast
6 Tuesdays
Feb 2-Mar 15
6:00-7:00 pm
Free
Zumba for Families
Northeast
6 Wednesdays
Feb 3-Mar 9
6:00-7:00 pm
Free
Zumba for Families
(Ages 8+)
Warm up your winter with a family
Latin dance exercise class. Class fee
includes one adult and child; bring an
additional child for $5 more.
South
7 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 15 6:00-7:00 pm
$30
Register now and make sure
you get into your favorite
classes! We’re online at:
www.mplscommunityed.com.
Go crazy for minions! Make a minion
greeting card, pencil container, M&M
pack and Tic Tac holder. Have fun
crafting together and leave with a set
of minions perfect for gifts. Price is
per pair. Cost is $5 for each additional
child. The instructor collects a $5
supply fee.
South
Feb 10
1 Wednesday
6:00-8:00 pm
$18 one child/
$23 two children
There are no classes on
Monday, February 15.
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
www.mplscommunityed.com
Teen
North Mississippi Regional
Park, 4900 Mississippi Ct.
(49th Ave. N. & I-94).
Classroom instruction is open to any
student 14 years and older. Students
will be issued a yellow 30-hour
classroom completion card. Behindthe-wheel training is arranged and
paid for separately with your choice
of provider.
Pre-registration is required.
Register online or call
612.668.4828.
My Preschooler & Me: Snow
Science & Snowshoeing
Perform experiments with snow and
ice, and create snowflakes based on
real snow shapes. Learn why people
use snowshoes before strapping them
to your feet and hunting for animals in
the park. Open to ages 3-5. Both adult
and child need to register.
Driver’s Education
Classroom Training
Southwest
10 Mon-Thu
Apr 18-May 3
3:15-6:15 pm
$125
Roosevelt
12 Mon-Thu
Feb 29-Mar 17 3:15-5:45 pm
$125
Washburn
12 Mon-Thu
Jan 25-Feb 11
3:30-6:00 pm
$125
1 Friday
Jan 29
10 am-12 pm$5/Person
Snow & Ice
Make some cold-weather art, receive
recipes for all-season indoor snow and
observe snowflakes up close.
1 Thursday
9 am-12 pm
Jan 14
$5/Person
Making Tracks in the Snow
Learn about animals that enjoy the
winter. Search the park for animal
tracks and make a few of your own.
1 Thursday
9 am-12 pm
Feb 11
$5/Person
Getting Muddy
Feel real mud and play with edible and
stretchy mud. Mix up a batch of your
own mud and search the park for signs
of spring.
1 Thursday
9 am-12 pm
Learn leadership, safety, basic child
development, safe play, rescue
breathing and first aid. Receive a
certificate of completion, textbook
and CD.
Hale
4 Thursdays
Jan 28-Feb 18 6:00-7:30 pm
$75
Barton
1 Tuesday
Jan 19
9 am-3 pm
$75
Nature for Curious Kids
Make a play date with nature!
Participate in sensory learning, science
activities, hikes and more. Classes
include activities and games for babies,
toddlers and preschoolers. You may
come and go as you please during class.
Children under 1 may attend for free.
Red Cross Babysitting
Training (Ages 11+)
Pratt
2 Saturdays
Feb 20-Feb 27 9 am-12 pm
$75
Youth
Karate (Grades K-2)
This class will physically and
mentally challenge participants
through fast-paced classes that
combine basic karate punches,
kicks, blocks and self-defense while
incorporating body-weight strength
and endurance training. There will
be testing opportunities for belt
advancement. For details, email
Aaron Pallesen at neminneapolis@
mnkarateandfitness.com. Uniforms
are required for participants; a $35
fee is included in the class tuition.
Barton
9 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 22 5:00-6:00 pm
$128
Release Day Fun
When MPS release days roll around,
we offer entertaining ways for your
child to spend their day. Participants
will rotate between activities like
cooking, yoga, art, gym games and
more. Afternoons will be spent on a
field trip to be determined by a site
coordinator. Students should pack a
lunch. Participants must attend the
full day. Cost is $40 for one student
or $35 per student for multi-child
families. Call 612.668.3585 for more
information.
Youth & Family Programs
NMRP
Family
Barton
1 Friday
Jan 15
8 am-4 pm
$40
Barton
1 Tuesday
Jan 19
8 am-4 pm
$40
Mar 10
$5/Person
www.mplscommunityed.com
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Youth & Family Programs
Youth Swimming
Swimming 2:
Fundamental Aquatic
Skills (Ages 5+)
Participants will learn about entering
the water by stepping or jumping
from the side, submerging their entire
head in water, retrieving a submerged
object, swimming on their front and
back unsupported and more.
Southwest
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:30-8:00 pm
$40
Southwest
6 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 8:00-8:30 pm
No class Feb 11$40
Swimming 3: Stroke
Development (Ages 5+)
Swimming 1
Youth will learn swimming basics
and work on improving their skills in
a small group setting. Students will
progress according to their abilities.
Ages 5-7
Northeast
6 Mondays
Feb 1-Mar 14
7:30-8:00 pm
$30
Ages 8-15
Northeast
6 Mondays
Feb 1-Mar 14
8:00-8:30 pm
$30
Swimming 1: Introduction
to Water Skills (Ages 5+)
Participants will learn about entering
and exiting the water, how to
submerge their mouth, nose, and
eyes while blowing bubbles, how to
float on their front and back with
support, and more.
Southwest
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
7:30-8:00 pm
$40
Southwest
6 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 7:30-8:00 pm
No class Feb 11$40
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Participants will learn about jumping
into deep water from the side;
rotary breathing with the body in a
horizontal position, treading in deep
water for 30 seconds, swimming the
butterfly kick 15 feet and more.
Southwest
6 Mondays
Jan 25-Mar 7
8:00-8:30 pm
$40
Southwest
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
7:30-8:00 pm
$40
Southwest
6 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 8:00-8:30 pm
No class Feb 11$40
Swimming 4:
Stroke Improvement
To complete this level, participants
will need to swim underwater three
body lengths, survival float on their
front and back for one minute in deep
water, do the front and back glide
two body lengths, tread water for one
minute, swim on their front and back
25 yards, and do the breaststroke,
butterfly and elementary backstroke
15 yards.
Southwest
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
7:30-8:00 pm
$40
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment
Swimming 5:
Stroke Refinement
To complete this level, participants
will need to shallow dive from the
side, glide two body lengths and begin
any front stroke, swim underwater 15
yards, do tuck and pike surface dives,
survival float on their front and back
two minutes, tread water with two
different kicks two minutes, front
crawl and back crawl 50 yards, and
butterfly, breaststroke, elementary
backstroke and sidestroke 25 yards.
Southwest
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
8:00-8:30 pm
$40
Swimming 6: Swimming
& Skill Proficiency
Participants must have completed the
Level 5 requirements. This class refines
strokes in order to swim with more
ease, efficiency, power, and smoothness
over greater distances.
Southwest
6 Tuesdays
Jan 26-Mar 8
8:00-8:30 pm
$40
Swimming:
Parent & Child (Ages 3-4)
Learn support techniques for moving
your child through the water. Learn
water entry, bubble blowing, front
kicking, back floating and underwater
exploration. One adult per child. Bring
your child’s favorite bath toy.
Southwest
6 Thursdays
Jan 28-Mar 10 7:30-8:00 pm
No class Feb 11$40
Water Basics
(Ages 4½-6)
Learn the basics of water safety and
swimming. Bring life jackets. Parents
are encouraged to join their kids in
the pool.
Northeast
6 Mondays
Feb 1-Mar 14
7:00-7:30 pm
$30
Register online with a VISA or
MasterCard on our secure site:
www.mplscommunityed.com
www.mplscommunityed.com
Events
Cooking
Bowling
Arts &
Crafts
Fitness
Access Services
Whatever you’re into…
Access Services
has something for you!
In addition to providing classroom accomodations to allow for
participation in regular Adult Enrichment classes, Access Services
also offers a wide variety of classes and activities designed
especially for Adults with Developmental Disabilities.
2016 Winter classes start the week of February 1
Browse & register for classes at www.mplscommunityed.com
Access Services
Opportunities for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
www.mplscommunityed.com
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Teaching
Energize your mind.
Activate your body.
Spark your spirit.
Build community.
We are all learners and teachers. If it’s your time to become a teacher, call us.
We’re looking for instructors with knowledge and expertise who can communicate
their passions to others. Teaching certification and degrees are not required.
We can help you design your course and provide guidance on teaching adults.
Get started today! Visit our website at www.mplscommunityed.com
to submit your application online or call any of the sites listed on page 61.
Engaging youth and adults in community-driven learning
and enrichment opportunities.
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1. Andersen Community Ed.
2727 10th Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Coordinator: Marija Nicholson
612.668.4215
[email protected]
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2. Anwatin Community Ed.
256 Upton Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55405
Coordinator: Matt Branch
612.668.2470
[email protected]
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3. Barton Community Ed.
4237 Colfax Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55409
Coordinator: Dawn Sjoquist
612.668.3585
Dawn [email protected]
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4. Dowling Community Ed.
3900 W. River Pkwy.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
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Please call Roosevelt @ 612.668.4828
with questions or to register.
5. Edison Community Ed.
700 22nd Ave. N.E.
Minneapolis, MN 55418
Coordinator: David Warnest
612.668.1306
[email protected]
6. Hale Community Ed.
1220 E. 54th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55417
Coordinator: Helene Gaulthier
612.668.3767
Helene [email protected]
7. Henry Community Ed.
4320 Newton Ave. N.
Minneapolis, MN 55412
Coordinator: Kevin Czmowski
612.668.1922
[email protected]
8. Jefferson Community Ed.
1200 W. 26th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55405
Coordinator: Lauren Loeffler
612.668.2740
[email protected]
9. Lake Harriet Community Ed.
4912 Vincent Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55410
Coordinator: Gary Wineman
612.668.3330
[email protected]
10. Lucy Laney Community Ed.
3333 Penn Ave. N.
Minneapolis, MN 55412
Coordinator: Linda Snyder
612.668.2219
[email protected]
www.mplscommunityed.com
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11. Northeast Community Ed.
2955 Hayes St. N.E.
Minneapolis, MN 55418
Coordinator: David Warnest
612.668.1515
[email protected]
15. Southwest Community Ed.
3414 W. 47th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55410
12. Pratt Community Ed.
66 Malcolm Ave. S.E.
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Coordinator: Jan Thurn
612.668.1100
[email protected]
Dave Premack 612.668.3100
[email protected]
13. Roosevelt Community Ed.
4029 28th Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Adults 55+ Coordinator:
Patty Hastreiter 612.668.4828
[email protected]
Adult Programs Coordinator:
Maile Siemon 612.668.4828
[email protected]
14. South Community Ed.
3131 19th Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Coordinator: Heather Borgman
612.668.4326
[email protected]
Adult Programs Coordinators:
Tom Nieman 612.668.3100
[email protected]
16. Waite Park Community Ed.
1800 34th Ave. N.E.
Minneapolis, MN 55418
Enter #2 door facing 34th Ave. For
disability access accomodations,
please call site.
Coordinator: Sandi McDonald
612.668.1590
[email protected]
17. Washburn/Ramsey
Community Ed.
201 W. 49th St. / 1 W. 49th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55419
Coordinator: JoEllyn Jolstad
612.668.3450
[email protected]
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Class Registration Forms
Four Easy Ways to Register...
1. Online
Using your American Express,
Discover, MasterCard or Visa, go
to www.mplscommunityed.com.
Online registration begins Jan. 4.
2. By Phone
Credit card payments are accepted
during business hours. We accept
payment by American Express,
Discover, MasterCard and Visa.
3. In Person
If you wish to register in person,
simply call sites for office hours.
4. By Mail
Mail-in registration is available
now. Mail your registration form,
check or money order, payable to
Special School District #1 to the
site offering the class; see page 61
for a list of sites.
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment Registration Form
Name: ________________________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________ City/State/Zip: _____________________
Daytime Phone: (______)____________________ Evening Phone: (______)_____________________
E-mail: _______________________________________________________________________________
Class Title
Start Date
Start Time
Location
Price
UCare Discount ($15/class): ID#: _______________________________
-
Other Discounts (please specify): _______________________________
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Total Due:
$
Payment Information:
Check Enclosed
Credit Card:
American Express
Discover
MasterCard
Visa
Make checks payable to Special School District #1.
Card Number: ____________ - ____________ - ____________ - ____________
Exp. Date: ______/_______
Minneapolis Community Education Adult Enrichment Registration Form
Name: ________________________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________ City/State/Zip: _____________________
Daytime Phone: (______)____________________ Evening Phone: (______)_____________________
E-mail: _______________________________________________________________________________
Class Title
Start Date
Start Time
Location
Price
UCare Discount ($15/class): ID#: _______________________________
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Other Discounts (please specify): _______________________________
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Total Due:
$
Payment Information:
Check Enclosed
Credit Card:
American Express
Discover
MasterCard
Visa
Make checks payable to Special School District #1.
Card Number: ____________ - ____________ - ____________ - ____________
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First Come,
First Served
Lifelong Learning…
It doesn’t begin with kindergarten and it doesn’t end with a
diploma. Maybe Community Education can help you with the
learning you need for what’s next in your life!
Registrations are posted in
the order received until the
class is filled. Register early!
Many classes fill quickly.
Discounts
To take a discount on a class,
you must register by mail or
call the site offering the class
to register.
If you are 62 or older, receive
Social Security Assistance,
Unemployment Compensation,
or MFIP, you can take a 25%
discount on most classes.
Supply fees are not discounted.
UCare members may deduct
$15 per class.
UCare for Seniors Members:
Senior discounts are limited to
one discount per calendar year.
Please see page 49 for details.
Refunds
Refunds (minus a $5
processing fee) are given if
you call and cancel at least
three business days before the
class starts. Full refunds are
given if we cancel a class.
Confirmations
Minneapolis Kids
Adult Education
612.668.3890
612.668.3800
Providing care for school age
children (grades K-6) before
and after school, on release
days and during the summer.
Youth Development/
Youth Services
612.668.3939
Programs for youth (grades
K-12) that provide positive
life experiences, build selfesteem, and increase citizenship,
academic and career skills.
Offering GED preparation and
testing, College and Work
Readiness programs, Math,
Reading and Writing, English
Learning and Citizenship
classes.
Adult Enrichment
612.668.3939
Providing evening and daytime
recreation, enrichment and
academic programs for adults
of all ages and interests.
After registering, assume
you are in the class unless
you hear from us.
After School
Programs for Youth
Lifelong Learning
for Adults 55+
612.668.3939
612.668.4828
Disability Access
612.668.3948
Providing enrichment,
recreation and academic
programs for youth in
grades K-8.
Summer Programs
for Youth
Disability Access Services
612.668.3939
Providing accommodations
needed by adults and children
with disabilities for effective
participation in Community
Education programs.
Call Community Education
Access Services to request
accommodations for
successful participation in
classes and programs.
Weather Hot Line
612.668.1129
Community Education may
be closed due to inclement
weather. If you have questions
about closings, please call.
www.mplscommunityed.com
Providing day and evening
enrichment, recreation and
academic programs for youth
in grades K-12.
Enriching the lives of adults
55+ through educational,
social and intergenerational
opportunities.
612.668.3948
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Minneapolis Community Education
Davis Center, 1250 West Broadway Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55411
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U.S. POSTAGE
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