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Culture and Community

ADULTS Online Learn about the many cultures and communities that make up our vibrant Twin Cities!

Native American Storytelling: History of

the Ojibewa-Anishanabe A141W: OjibewaAnishanabe storyteller, Bud Johnston of Pipestone, shares the history and traditions of his American Indian tribe and breaks down cultural stereotypes.

Hmong 101: Communities and Culture

A142W: Listen to a comprehensive and interactive multicultural presentation about the Hmong groups in Minnesota, the Upper Midwest and the entire United States. Offered in partnership with the Hmong Cultural Center.

Celebrating Minnesota's African American

Community A139W: Members of Minnesota’s Black Community Project will discuss how the book, "Minnesota’s Black Community in the 21st Century" contributes to the history of Minnesota African Americans professions during the pre- and post-civil rights era.

My Childhood in El Salvador During Its ivil

War A143W: Angie Trimbach will share her experiences of living in El Salvador during the last years of the civil war in El Salvador then lead a discussion on her perspective on the current state of El Salvador. DAYs DATEs+TIME Activity#

M Oct. 11, 7 – 8 p.m. Th Oct. 14, 7 – 8:30 p.m. Th Oct. 26, 6 – 7:30 p.m.

A141W A142W A139W W Dec. 1, 6 – 7:30 p.m. A143W FEE Each class: $21 per person (senior program member) / $26 (non-member)

ADULTS Online Plan for spring beauty by preparing in the fall! Learn about selecting bulbs for your desired design effect. Following good growing and care techniques, you will discover how easy bulbs can be. DAY DATE+TIME Activity#

Tu Oct. 12, 7 – 8 p.m. A135W

FEE Sliding scale based on household income: $9, $15, $25

Beginning Knitting

ADULTS Lenox Community Center, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Learn how to make basic knit stitches and how to read a pattern. You will complete a hat and learn how to make a square that can grow into a scarf, afghan or whatever you want! Instructor: Lara Neel DAY DATEs+TIME Activity#

W Oct. 27 – Nov. 24, 6 – 8 p.m. FEE $59 per person A110L

Mosaic Glass Table Lamp or Candle holder

ADULTS Lenox Community Center, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. Create a colorful 4” x 9” table lamp or 3” x 3” square candle holders! Use precut glass and stencils (or get creative without a stencil) to make a beautiful work of art. The second night is messy using grout, so dress for a mess and bring old towels. You will learn about glass cutting, mosaic resources and other types of mosaics. A material fee of $35 is payable to Instructor Lindsey Guetter the first night and includes one lamp or three candle holders. Additional candle holders are available for $12 each. DAY DATE+TIME Activity#

M Nov. 1 and 8, 6 – 9 p.m. FEE $39 per person A123L

Beyond Book Clubs and Podcasts: Change for Healing and Liberation

ADULTS Online If you racially identify as white and are ready to confront white supremacy, join us! Using Layla Saad’s book, “Me & White Supremacy,” participants will be guided through creating personal and collective change in ways that leave a legacy of healing and liberation. Explore race, identity, leadership, personal transformation and how to move into action for social change. You will need a copy of the book. Instructor: HOPE Speaks DAY DATEs+TIME Activity#

Th Sept. 23 – Nov. 11, 7 – 8:30 p.m. (no program Oct. 21) FEE $65 per person

Showing Up for Social Justice: Your Values and Beliefs

ADULTS Online It is impossible to ignore the current injustices in our neighborhoods, cities and nation. Do you want to learn more about social justice? Are you struggling to figure out what you can do to support change? Join us as we explore terminology and discuss our role as community members in the quest for justice. Instructor: Kristell Caballero Saucedo DAY DATE+TIME Activity#

Sa Oct. 9, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. A140W FEE $29 per person (senior program member) / $35 (non-member)

So You Want to Be Anti-Racist?

ADULTS Online Are you looking to deepen your understanding of what it means to be antiracist? Gain tools to engage in uncomfortable conversations, develop your racial literacy and begin to unpack how race operates in your everyday life – often without consent and/or acknowledgement! Instructor: HOPE Speaks DAY DATEs+TIME Activity#