Fall 2018 Youth and Adult Enrichment Catalog

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Youth & Adult Enrichment Programs Fall 2018

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WISHES Youth Enrichment

Arts and Crafts.......................................................................... 1 Computers and Technology..................................................... 3 Dance, Theater and Performing Arts....................................... 5 STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Math................... 6 Special Interests..................................................................... 11 Sports and Fitness...................................................................17 Wayzata Early Learning School (Birth to Five)......................20

Special FREE Senior Performance of

adult Enrichment

Wednesday, Nov. 14 4:30-7:30 pm Wayzata High School Auditorium 4955 Peony Ln, Plymouth General Seating at 4 pm

Seniors age 62+ are invited to a special FREE senior-only performance.

Reservations are required and can be made by calling the Wayzata Community Education hotline at 763-745-5264. Please leave one name per group with the number of people attending (maximum of 10 per group). There will be general seating.

We will be unable to accommodate requests for special seating placement.

Parents as Partners................................................................. 21 Create.......................................................................................22 Dance.......................................................................................29 Fitness..................................................................................... 31 Food and Drink....................................................................... 34 High School............................................................................ 38 Driver’s Education..................................................................39 Home Care.............................................................................. 40 Language, History and Culture............................................. 41 Money Matters....................................................................... 43 Special Interests......................................................................47 Technology..............................................................................53 Wellness...................................................................................56 Adult Basic Education (GED and ESL)...................................59 Project SOAR (Adults with Disabilities)...............................59

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WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

SECTION ARTS ANDHEAD CRAFTS

GW - Wednesdays, Sep 12 - Oct 3, 2:25 - 3:25 pm

Art Sampler Learn techniques that artists use in their studios to create astonishing effects. Try a variety of art medium. We will draw, sculpt, collage and more, using professional artist’s materials. Make room in your house to display these amazing masterpieces! Abrakadoodle

OW - Fridays, Oct 5 - Nov 2, 2:25 - 3:25 pm No class Oct 19 SH - Wednesdays, Oct 10 - 31, 3:10 - 4:10 pm GL - Mondays, Oct 29 - Nov 19, 3:10 - 4:10 pm MR-Thursdays, Nov 1 - Dec 6, 2:25 - 3:25 pm No class Nov 08 & Nov 22 KL-Fridays, Nov 2 - Dec 7, 2:25 - 3:25 pm No class Nov 09 & Nov 23 BV-Tuesdays, Nov 6 - Nov 27, 3:10 - 4:10 pm PC-Fridays, Nov 16 - Dec 14, 2:25 - 3:25 pm No class Nov 23 $55 for 4 classes

Grades K-4

BV-Wed Oct 3 & Wed Oct 10 3:10 - 4:10 pm

Canvas Fun: Four Seasons Create four colorful canvases of a tree throughout the seasons. Paint summer, fall, winter and spring each on their own 8”X 8” canvases, using simple step-by-step techniques. Grab your friends and come create with KidzArt!

GL-Mon Oct 15 & Mon Oct 22 3:10 - 4:10 pm SH-Wed Nov 7 & Wed Nov 14 3:10 - 4:10 pm

$55 for 2 classes

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Grades K-5

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ARTS SECTION AND CRAFTS HEAD

Pizza & Canvas: Scarecrow Grab the whole family for a fun family painting event. Everyone will create their own painting of a scarecrow on an 11”X14” stretched canvas. No need to eat before class. Enjoy a pizza dinner with your family and friends before we start painting.

Please register the adult. You will be prompted for the child(ren’s) name(s) at check out. KidzArt

Wednesday, Oct 10 6:00 - 7:30 pm Central Middle School

$55/adult-child pair $75/adult & 2 children

Canvas Fun: Winter Night with Reindeer Use acrylic paints on a stretched 8”X10” canvas to paint a snowy winter’s night and reindeer silhouette. We break down the painting process into simple steps that anyone can learn. You will be amazed at what you can create! KidzArt

Cupcakes and Canvas: Poinsettia Grab the whole family for a fun family painting event. Everyone will create their own poinsettia painting on an 11”X14” stretched canvas. Enjoy a cupcake dessert while we wait for our paintings to dry. Register the adult. You will be prompted for your child(ren’s) name(s) at checkout. KidzArt

Ages 4+

OW-Thursday, Nov 15, 2:25 - 3:25 pm GW-Monday, Dec 10, 2:25 - 3:25 pm GL-Monday, Nov 26, 3:10 - 4:10 pm

$25 for 1 class

Grades K-5

Thursday, Dec 6, 6:30 - 7:45 pm Central Middle School

$55/adult-child pair $75/adult & 2 children

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WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

Ages 4+

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WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

SECTION HEAD COMPUTERS AND TECHNOLOGY

Advanced Minecraft: Command Block New Class! Get ready to wire up your Minecraft worlds with Command Blocks and Redstone! Even if you’re a seasoned Minecraft pro, there’s plenty to learn. From basic traps to powered machines, Redstone offers Minecraft players a whole new range of opportunities to create amazing things. Minecraft’s Command Block is a psuedo-programming language that consists of logic and execution written in text. We’ll learn to spawn creatures, teleport over worlds, and make multiplayer games. Computer Explorers

Intro to Game Coding All New Game Tutorial! Learn to create an interactive 2D video game using your favorite characters. Choose characters from Undertale, Pokémon, Nintendo, Minecraft and even classic characters like Donkey Kong, Pac Man, Sonic, and Mario. Bring a USB drive. Computer Explorers

Sat Sep 15 & 22 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Central Middle School

$85 for 2 classes

Saturday, Oct 13 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Central Middle School

$45 for 1 class

BV GL GW KL MR OW PC SH CMS WMS EMS WHS

Birchview Elementary Gleason Lake Elementary Greenwood Elementary Kimberly Lane Elementary Meadow Ridge Oakwood Elementary Plymouth Creek Elementary Sunset Hill Elementary Central Middle School West Middle School East Middle School Wayzata High School

425 Ranchview Lane 310 County Road 101 North 18005 Medina Road 17405 Old Rockford Rd 17905 County Rd 47 17340 County Rd 6 16005 41st Ave N 13005 Sunset Trail 305 Vicksburg Lane 149 Barry Ave N 12000 Ridgemount Ave W 4955 Peony Lane

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Grades 3-7

Grades K-3

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WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

Java Minecraft Mod Development Superhero Armor

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Saturday, Nov 17 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Central Middle School

Learn to code by making custom Minecraft mods! Add armor to Minecraft that gives your character powers like a superhero! Make pants that make you run like The Flash, make a night vision helmet like Batman, or a cape that makes you fly through the air like Superman!

Students will be coding in Java, so basic typing skills are required. Computer Explorers $45 for 1 class

Minecraft Movie Making

Grades 3-7

Saturday, Dec 15 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Central Middle School

Working in pairs, students will be introduced to Minecraft in real life with our customized LEGO® bricks, and finally, film a stop motion movie using Minecraft-inspired LEGO® creations. The focus will be on creating Minecraft-inspired LEGO® worlds and filming. Please bring a nut-free snack and water bottle.

Computer Explorers

$45 for 1 class

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Grades 1-5

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WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

SECTIONTHEATER DANCE, HEAD AND PERFORMING ARTS

A Series of Unfortunate One-Acts Explore drama by performing in original one-act plays. Tell tales of mistakes, mishaps, accidents, and ill-fated situations. Create a character in body, voice, attitude, and laugh as the characters try to succeed in their hopeless dilemmas. Everyone gets a part and all experience levels welcome. At the end of the series, each student will present an “Evening of Unfortunate One-Acts”. The performance will be on Saturday, December 15 at Central Middle School in the auditorium. Drama Kids

GL-Fridays, Sep 21 - Dec 14 3:10 - 4:10 pm No class Oct 19, Nov 09 & Nov 23 GW-Fridays, Sep 21 - Dec 14 2:25 - 3:25 pm No class Oct 19, Nov 09 & Nov 23 OW-Wednesdays, Oct 3 - Dec 12 2:25 - 3:25 pm No class Nov 21 MR-Mondays, Oct 8 - Dec 10 2:25 - 3:25 pm KL-Tuesdays, Oct 9 - Dec 11 2:25 - 3:25 pm $199 for 10 classes

Grades 1-5

GRADES 2-5: VIOLIN AND CELLO LESSONS WITH MACPHAIL CENTER FOR MUSIC

Wayzata Schools Community Education, in partnership with MacPhail Center for Music, offers quality afterschool and evening violin and cello lessons. MacPhail Teaching Artists offer small group lessons to students in 2nd and 3rd grades, and private lessons to students in 4th and 5th grades.

Weekly lessons begin in late October and continue through early May, ending with a spring concert. Limited instrument rental is available. Join us for our Strings Information Night on Sept. 20. New families can meet some of the teachers, learn more about the program and rent an instrument all in one evening! The registration deadline is September 30.

For more information and to register visit wayzataschools.org/ces/programs/macphail-strings, or call Katie at 763-745-5208.

Strings Information Night is Thursday, Sept. 20, from 6:30-7:30 pm at Central Middle School.

Registration opens August 27.

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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, SECTION MATH HEAD

Engineering Club Engineering Club introduces students to a new, hands-on, STEM learning lesson every week from various engineering disciplines. For each lesson, students focus on developing problem solving, critical thinking and peer collaboration skills.

These life skills provide students with the confidence to approach challenges in their lives and realize that they can succeed.

Receive a 10% discount when you register for all three sessions of Engineering Club!

You must register for all three sessions for the same student in the same shopping cart to receive the discount. Engineering for Kids

WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

Sunset Hill (All sessions 3:10 - 4:10 pm) Session 1 Thursdays, Sep 13 - Oct 4 Session 2 Thursdays, Oct 11 - Nov 15 Session 3 Thursdays, Nov 29 - Dec 20

Meadow Ridge (All sessions 2:25 - 3:25 pm) Session 1 Tuesdays, Sep 25 - Oct 16 Session 2 Tuesdays, Oct 23 - Nov 13 Session 3 Tuesdays, Nov 20 - Dec 11

Birchview (All sessions 3:10 - 4:10 pm) Session 1 Thursdays, Sep 13 - Oct 4, Session 2 Thursdays, Oct 11 - Nov 15 Session 3 Thursdays, Nov 29 - Dec 20

Oakwood (All sessions 2:25 - 3:25 pm) Session 1 Tuesdays, Sep 25 - Oct 16 Session 2 Tuesdays, Oct 23 - Nov 13 Session 3 Tuesdays, Nov 20 - Dec 11

Greenwood (All sessions 2:25 - 3:25 pm) Session 1 Mondays, Sep 17 - Oct 8 Session 2 Mondays, Oct 15 - Nov 5 Session 3 Mondays, Nov 12 - Dec 3

Plymouth Creek (All sessions 2:25 - 3:25 pm) Session 1 Wednesdays, Sep 26 - Oct 17 Session 2 Wednesdays, Oct 24 - Nov 14 Session 3 Wednesdays, Nov 28 - Dec 19

Kimberly Lane (All sessions 2:25 - 3:25 pm) Session 1 Mondays, Sep 24 - Oct 15 Session 2 Mondays, Oct 22 - Nov 12 Session 3 Mondays, Nov 19 - Dec 10

Gleason Lake (All sessions 3:10 - 4:10 pm) Session 1 Wednesdays, Sep 26 - Oct 17 Session 2 Wednesdays, Oct 24 - Nov 14, Session 3 Wednesdays, Nov 28 - Dec 19

$99 for 4 classes

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WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

SECTION HEAD SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, MATH

MathWiz Elementary Series For Advanced Math Students The Elementary MathWiz program is a long term honors prealgebra course for accelerated students. This course is aligned to common core math standards and introduces algebraic concepts through theory and application. Modeling and real-world problems are introduced. Students will focus on the study of algebraic manipulation, graphical interpretation, and get ready for the talented youth algebra programs at the universities. See the online listing for more details. Center for Academic Excellence

MathWiz Middle School Series For Advanced Math Students Middle School MathWiz is a long-term honors Algebra 1 course for accelerated students. In this program, students will extend the topics introduced in pre-algebra. Class sessions include short lecture, small group work and independent study. Each new concept is reinforced with a series of problems of added complexity. See the online listing for more details. Center for Academic Excellence

Scholars MathPath The Scholar’s MathPath is a long-term math enrichment program for K-8 students with a proven pedagogy that is aligned with common core math standards. The program augments student’s analytical reasoning and problem solving skills. Students will need approximately 30 minutes to finish the in-class work. See our online listing for more details. Center for Academic Excellence

Tuesdays, Sep 18 - May 21 5:45 - 7:00 pm No class Oct 23, Oct 30, Nov 6, Dec 25, Jan 1, Mar 5, Mar 26 & Apr 2 Central Middle School

$559/year (more details online)

Tuesdays, Sep 18 - May 21 6:30 - 7:45 pm No class Oct 23, Oct 30, Nov 6, Dec 25, Jan 1, Mar 5, Mar 26 & Apr 2 Central Middle School

$559/year (more details online)

Grades 6-8

Wednesdays, Sep 19 - May 22 6:00 - 7:30 pm (30 minutes needed.

See online listing for details) No class Oct 31, Nov 21, Dec 26, Jan 2 & Apr 3 Central Middle School

$498/year (more details online)

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Grades 2-5

Grades K-8

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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, SECTION MATH HEAD

WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

MathElite - To Prepare for Math Competitions and Admissions Testing

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Saturdays, Oct 13 - Apr 27 11:00 am - 1:00 pm (See online listing for specific group times) No class Oct 20, Nov 10, Nov 24, Dec 29, Mar 30, Apr 6 & Apr 20 Central Middle School

The MathElite enrichment program is specially designed to help students prepare for math competitions and admissions testing. See our online listing for more details. Center for Academic Excellence

$499/year (more details online)

Grades 3-10

KL-Tuesdays, Sep 18 - Oct 2, 2:25 - 3:55 pm

STEM Sampler Fall 2018

BV-Wednesdays, Oct 24 - Nov 14 3:10 - 4:40 pm No class Oct 31

Join us for a fun, hands-on class of STEM topics.

Explore chemistry with slimy experiments. Go undercover and become a spy to create secret codes, a periscope, spyglasses and more. Step into the field of engineering and discover how engineers use scientific and technical skills to design machines, buildings and gadgets. Each class will be filled with engaging experiments and activities. Science Explorers

PC-Tuesdays, Nov 13 - Nov 27, 2:25 - 3:55 pm GL-Mondays, Dec 3 - Dec 17, 3:10 - 4:40 pm GW-Wednesdays, Nov 28 - Dec 12 2:25 - 3:55 pm OW-Thursdays, Nov 29 - Dec 13 2:25 - 3:55 pm SH-Wednesdays, Dec 5 - Dec 19 3:10 - 4:40 pm $59 for 3 classes

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Grades 1-5

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WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

SECTION HEAD SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, MATH

Coding with Scratch® Each Coding class follows four basic components: • Teach It! Learn different story-telling and coding techniques.

• Code It! Use Scratch®* to code your own animated story lines.

• Explore It! Write your own code, experiment with it and test new options. We foster a collaborative environment where students learn from each other’s creativity.

• Keep It! Keep your code online with Scratch® and access it and expand upon it at anytime.

KL-Thursdays, Sep 13 - Oct 25 2:25 - 3:25 pm No class Oct 18 MR-Wednesdays, Oct 24 - Dec 5 2:25- 3:25 pm No class Nov 21 PC-Thursdays, Nov 1 - Dec 20 2:25 - 3:25 pm No class Nov 8 & 22 OW-Mondays, Nov 5 - Dec 10 2:25 - 3:25 pm GW-Tuesdays, Nov 6 - Dec 11 2:25 - 3:25 pm

Scratch® is an MIT created and monitored kid-safe web interface. Scratch® is not affiliated with {YEL!} nor does {YEL!} endorse this program. Youth Enrichment League $85 for 6 classes

Lever Developers Build a dragster, balance beam, catapult and more! Each class follows four basic components: • Teach It! Learn the basic STEM engineering concepts behind each project.

• Build It! Use LEGO® bricks to build a dragster, balancing beam and design your own catapult.

• Explore It! Use that project to explore the basic engineering concepts.

• Play It! Finally play with your project, modify it, create extensions and have fun working with it.

Youth Enrichment League

PC-Thursdays, Sep 13 - Oct 25 2:25 - 3:25 pm No class Oct 18 OW-Mondays, Sep 24 - Oct 29 2:25 - 3:25 pm GW-Tuesdays, Sep 25 - Oct 30 2:25 - 3:25 pm KL-Thursdays, Nov 1 - Dec 20 2:25 - 3:25 pm No class Nov 8 & 22 SH-Mondays, Nov 5 - Dec 10 3:10 - 4:10 pm GL-Tuesdays, Nov 6 - Dec 11 3:10 - 4:10 pm $79 for 6 classes

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Grades 2-5

Grades 1-5

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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, SECTION MATH HEAD

WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

Electronics and Programming Learn to build electronic devices and write software programs to make the devices work. Build circuits using basic components such as resistors, capacitors, LEDs, sensors and breadboard. Write software to interact with those circuits. Build your own musical circuits, and write software to listen to your tunes! Introduction to buzzers, 7 segment LED displays, and switches will also be covered. Each class session will include new electronics concepts and fun projects. Kiran Jadhav - Vision2Tech

Computer Sciences - Python/ JavaScript/Ruby on Rails This Computer Science Program is designed to engage young minds and help them advance from computer users to creators. This series blends online programming and hands-on activities using Python, JavaScript, and Ruby on Rails. Prerequisite for the Computer Science II (AI and Machine Learning) which will be offered this winter. Center for Academic Excellence

Optical Illusions, Spies and Engineering Science Is the hand really quicker than the eye? Investigate with various fun optical illusions. Next, go undercover and become a spy to create secret codes, a periscope, spyglasses, and more. Then, we will step into the field of engineering and discover how engineers use their scientific and technical skills to design machines, buildings and gadgets. Science Explorers

MN STEM 2-Day Camp Looking for something fun and educational for your child to do during the break? Students will be able to run their own experiments and design their own contraptions, all while learning the incredible science behind each project that makes it work. Each day will have a different focus, ranging from learning human anatomy, to design engineering, to programming robots. The course is designed and executed by graduates from the U of M, and MIT. Center for Academic Excellence

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Tuesdays, Sep 18 - Dec 18 6:00 - 7:00 pm No class Oct 23, Oct 30 & Nov 06 Central Middle School $99 for 11 classes

Grades 6-8

Wednesdays, Sep 26 - Dec 5 6:30 - 7:50 pm No class Oct 17, Oct 31 & Nov 21 Central Middle School $169 for 8 classes

Grades 2-8

MR-Thursdays, Oct 4 - Oct 25 2:25 - 3:55 pm No class Oct 18

$59 for 3 classes

Grades 1-5

Thu Oct 18 & Fri Oct 19 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Central Middle School

$99 for 2 classes

Grades 2-8

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WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

SECTION INTERESTS SPECIAL HEAD

Grandmasters of Chess with Igor Rybakov New and returning students invited. Coach Igor has coached two team state champions, individual state and national champions and gobs of state trophy winners. We have 50+ chess lessons for all skill levels. The lessons progress from rudimentary concepts through higherlevel theories. Activity books are formatted to be accessible to beginners, yet challenge intermediate and advanced students to apply deeper understanding of chess concepts. Youth Enrichment League

Session 1 PC-Mondays, Sep 10 - Oct 29 KL-Wednesdays, Sep 12 - Oct 31 GW-Thursdays, Sep 13 - Nov 15 No class Oct 18 & Nov 08 MR-Fridays, Sep 14 - Nov 16 No class Oct 19 & Nov 09 Session 2 PC-Mondays, Nov 5 - Jan 7 No class Dec 24 & Dec 31 KL-Wednesdays, Nov 7 - Jan 16 No class Nov 21, Dec 26 & Jan 02 GW-Thursdays, Nov 29 - Jan 24 No class Dec 27 MR-Fridays, Nov 30 - Feb 1, 2:25 - 3:25 pm No class Dec 28 & Jan 25 All classes 2:25 - 3:25 pm $125 for 8 classes

Chess Team Take your chess game to a new level. Students will be strongly encouraged to participate in the Youth Enrichment League {YEL} Middle School Chess League and at a number of tournaments.

See www.YouthEnrichmentLeague.com for league schedule. NOTE: For 2nd grade or older - Students should have competed in at least three {YEL} chess tournaments or similar tournaments, and may need to pass a proficiency test to participate.

Youth Enrichment League

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Grades K-5

Wednesdays, Oct 24 - Dec 12 6:30 - 8:00 pm No class Oct 31 & Nov 21 Central Middle School

Grades 6-9 (and advanced elementary players) $119 for 6 classes Some photos courtesy of Getty Images

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WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

Grandmasters of Chess New and returning students invited. Students are taught different chess concepts and coached to implement those concepts into their chess games. They practice positions set by the coach to improve their understanding of the concept.

Students are also given chess puzzles (constructed

by WIM Serafima Sokolovskaya) and work with the coach’s guidance to solve them. Each class ends with students playing 20-30 minutes of chess. Fee includes a ChessKid.com membership.

Youth Enrichment League

Session 1 SH-Tuesdays, Sep 11 - Oct 30 GL-Thursdays, Sep 13 - Nov 15 No class Oct 18 & Nov 08 BV-Fridays, Sep 14 - Nov 16 No class Oct 19 & Nov 09 Session 2 SH-Tuesdays, Nov 6 - Jan 8 No class Dec 25 & Jan 01 GL-Thursdays, Nov 29 - Jan 24 No class Dec 27 BV-Fridays, Nov 30 - Feb 1 No class Dec 28 & Jan 25 All sessions 3:10 - 4:10 pm $125 for 8 classes

Scholars ReadingPath Scholars ReadingPath is an enrichment program to foster growth in language arts. Scholars ReadingPath helps students to excel in reading and writing from elementary phonics level to in-depth comprehension of classic literature.

Students will need approximately 30 minutes to finish the in-class work. See the online listing for more details. Center for Academic Excellence

Grades K-5

Wednesdays, Sep 19 - May 22 6:00 - 7:30 pm (30 minute time slots.

See online listing for details) No class Oct 31, Nov 21, Dec 26, Jan 2 & Apr 3 Central Middle School

$498/year (more details online)

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Grades K-8

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WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

SECTION INTERESTS SPECIAL HEAD

SafeKids 101...Preparing Kids to Stay Safe at Home and in the Community!

Does your child want to stay home alone after school or in the summer? SafeKids 101 will help you both feel more confident about their safety. Topics include: answering the door or telephone, basic first aid, poisonings, choking emergencies, storm and fire emergency training, dog emergencies, stranger danger‌straight talk with honest answers while home alone. Annika Olson

Babysitter Training Course Red Cross Certified This course is essential for any young person interested in babysitting! Learn about child development and handling emergencies, including choking, first aid, preventing accidents, safety, feeding, diapering and more. Participants will receive a Red Cross certificate, a handbook, a CD and a handy emergency guide.

Students must attend both classes in their entirety to receive certification. Bring a doll to both classes, and a pencil, along with a nut-free lunch, snack and bottle of water. Carol Solheid

Cor Public Speaking - For Kids!

Cor is Latin for Heart, and the most impactful public speaking comes from the heart. This class is about creating a solid foundation for your child to express themselves in front of an audience. This class is not about preparing for competition though all of the fundamentals of public speaking are addressed in it. Your child will begin to share with their peers about what matters to them. The goal of this course is to gently and smoothly acclimate your child to learning to know, use and express their voice in a group setting. Daniel Neitz

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Thursday, Sep 27 4:15 - 6:45 pm Birchview Elementary

$35 for 1 class

Ages 8-13

Sat Sep 29 & Sat Oct 6 8:30 am - 1:30 pm Central Middle School

$95 for 2 classes

Ages 11-18

Mondays, Oct 1 - Oct 29 3:10 - 4:10 pm Birchview Elementary

$45 for 5 classes

Grades 3-5

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SPECIAL SECTION INTERESTS HEAD

WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

World Language Bee Class World Language Bee is currently offering Bee programs in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. There is an advantage to being multilingual in today’s workplace business environment. The World Language Bee provides introduction to the Devanagari and Dravidian formats (Hindi/Telugu/Tamil). The lessons use a gradual, building block immersion, with creative and entertaining graphics and visuals to help children learn fast. Center for Academic Excellence

Saturdays, Oct 13, 27, Nov 3, 17 11:30 am - 12:30 pm No class Oct 20, Nov 10 Central Middle School

$49 for 4 classes

Public Speaking - Two Day Camp Public speaking is an important skill that all students will need in high school, college, and beyond. These practice sessions will enable students to become proficient in a variety of public speaking situations. Students are typically grouped by age and grade level to maximize learning and attain social skills. Center for Academic Excellence

Cultivate a love for speech and debate in this fun, interactive workshop. Students will employ different tools to express their opinions on topics appropriate to their age, and then learn how to best advocate for their beliefs. We will focus on developing voice quality, tone, volume, articulation, pronunciation, eye contact and gestures. This class is for beginners and no prior experience is needed. Center for Academic Excellence

Grades 2-7

Wednesdays, Nov 7 - Dec 5 6:00 - 7:15 pm No class Nov 21 Central Middle School

$89 for 4 classes

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Grades 2-8

Thu Oct 18 & Fri Oct 19 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Central Middle School

$89 for 2 classes

Speech and Debate Workshop

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Grades 2-6

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WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

SECTION INTERESTS SPECIAL HEAD

Spelling Bee Camp Two Day Camp Don’t miss this winning camp where learning is spelled F-U-N! Students will enhance their spelling with an introduction to linguistics, preparation strategies and growth mindset skills. They will increase their understanding of each new word through engaging exercises. The price for the camp also includes registration to the 2018 Spelling Bee Competition that will be held on December 8th, 2018 at Eisenhower Community Center. Center for Academic Excellence

Thu Oct 18 & Fri Oct 19 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Central Middle School

$129 for 2 classes, includes Spelling Bee Competition on Dec 8 Grades 2-6

Spelling and Vocabulary Wiz for Elementary Improve vocabulary and spelling skills in this fun, engaging class. Learn complex lingual concepts such as word origin, usage, spelling techniques, and proper diction. Self discipline, concentration and memorization techniques will also be emphasized, as students prepare for the Spelling Bee competition on Dec. 8 at Eisenhower Community Center in Hopkins. Center for Academic Excellence

Wednesdays, Sep 26 - Oct 24 6:00 - 7:15 pm No class Oct 17 Wednesdays, Nov 7 - Dec 5 6:00 - 7:15 pm No class Nov 21 Central Middle School Spelling Bee Competition - Sat Dec 8 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center, Hopkins

$109 for 4 classes, includes Spelling Bee Competition on Dec 8 Grades 2-6

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SPECIAL SECTION INTERESTS HEAD

WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

Spelling and Vocabulary Bee Competition

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Saturday, Dec 8 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center, Hopkins

Join us and other west metro school districts for the Youth Spelling Bee! There will be two levels (Grades 2-4 and 5-6). The morning will consist of written and oral exams, then lunch will be served to all participants.

Students who advance, will participate in the final oral round in the afternoon. Parents are invited to watch the final round and awards ceremony. Center for Academic Excellence $44 Competition Registration

Young Writers Workshop Develop a love for writing! We will delve into five critical branches of writing: storytelling, narrative essays, expository essays, poetry, and journalism. Analyze how famous writers like Ray Bradbury and O’Henry use literary devices to illustrate thematic statements. Tell your own stories by applying the writing tips learned through age-appropriate literary and stylistic devices.

Individual needs will be identified and instructors will work closely with students in small groups. Instructors are supported by high school and college students for more individualization. Center for Academic Excellence

Wednesdays, Sep 26 - Oct 24 6:00 - 7:15 pm No class Oct 17 Central Middle School

$89 for 4 classes

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Grades 2-4 and 5-6

Grades 2-6

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WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

SECTION AND SPORTS HEADFITNESS

Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School

Experience the ultimate in skiing, snowboarding and racing instruction from beginners to experts! At seven local snowsports areas, our top quality adult instructors will teach you to improve your skiing or boarding on groomed runs and terrain parks! You provide your own food and gear (season-long discounts and rentals are available), we provide the rest!

Programs: • Mites (K–1st grade) Ski ONLY Sat/Sun $399* Make new friends with your same two instructors and small group of six friends all day long each week on exciting terrain.

• SuperMites (2nd–3rd) Sat $449/Sun $399* Make new friends with your same two instructors and small group of eight friends all day long. Learn more and more skills to conquer the hill!

• Teen Sampler Program (7th–12th) Sat $199* November & December Can’t commit to an entire season or have you always wanted to learn how to ski or snowboard - this program is for you! 4.5 hours of instruction each trip.

Bus pick¬up locations: • Maple Grove (JC Penney’s), 13701 Grove Dr. • Plymouth West (Panera), 16605 County Rd 24 • Ridgedale in Minnetonka, SE upper lot by Sears Automotive and Nordstrom

Weekly Trip Fees

• SuperKyds (4th–5th) Sat $449/Sun $399* Make new friends with your same instructor and small group of ten friends all day long. Develop skills at your own level and mastering bumps, jumps and carving turns!

• Classic (5th–12th) Sat $349/Sun $249* Explore cool trails and terrain parks with experienced instructors during 4.5 hours of instruction with plenty of time to free ski or ride, too!

8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (approx.)

• Team Blizzard (5th–12th) Sat $499/Sun $399* Ski Racing or Snowboard Team instruction.

• Apprentice Program (8th-12th) Sat/Sun $499* Have a passion for skiing or boarding – ever thought about teaching? Then this is the program for you. Blizzard will provide you with the tools to be a successful instructor upon completion of the program.

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*Weekly Trip Fees: You will be contacted prior to the trip each week for your reservation. Using our flexible pay-as-you-go trip fee structure, you pay a weekly trip fee of about $67 to cover round trip bus transportation and lift ticket. If you can’t attend that week, you don’t owe anything!

To register: www.blizzardmn.com or 763-559-EDGE (3343) Mention class: WAY18

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WISHES Youth Winter/Spring 2017

Golf Squad Learn the basics of the exciting sport of Golf from a PGA professional. All participating families receive weekly emails detailing what students will be doing and learning in class. Students will learn both the technical and social aspects of the game, and will have ample time for discussion, questions, and practice. All essentials are provided during class. Each student receives a Golf Squad Handbook and visor to keep. Golf Squad

GL-Tuesdays, Sep 11 - Oct 16 3:10 - 4:10 pm OW-Thursdays, Sep 13 - Oct 25 2:25 - 3:25 pm No class Oct 18 KL-Fridays, Sep 14 - Oct 26 2:25 - 3:25 pm No class Oct 19 PC-Fridays, Sep 14 - Oct 26 2:25 - 3:25 pm No class Oct 19

$169 for 6 classes

Kung Fu Wu Shu Kung Fu teaches awareness of self and surroundings and improves self-esteem and confidence. This full participation class focuses on helping students develop leadership, discipline, concentration and coordination skills for a healthy mind and body. Learn the lifelong benefits of Kung Fu, the Chinese art of self-defense and fitness, from a Hong Kong champion. Class is designed for youth beginners ages 5 and older and adults. Parents may register and participate with your child. Wear loose comfortable clothing.

Optional uniforms and certification for white to black belt available at class for additional fee. Instruction is supervised, but may not be delivered directly by Al Lam. National Treasure

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Beginner to Orange Belt Tuesdays, Oct 2 - Nov 27 6:30 - 7:15 pm Green to 2nd Purple Belt Tuesdays, Oct 2 - Nov 27 7:15 - 8:00 pm 3rd Purple to Black Belt Tuesdays, Oct 2 - Nov 27 8:00 - 8:45 pm No class Nov. 6 & 20 Central Middle School

$85 for 7 classes

Ages 5+

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Fencing - Grades 2-5

Thursdays, Oct 4 - Dec 13 6:00 - 7:00 pm No class Oct 18, Nov 08 & Nov 22 Central Middle School

New students will learn fencing basics: advance, retreat, thrust, lunge, etc. Returning students will work on: economy of motion, setup attacks, combination attacks and adding new moves to their skill set. All students will work towards arm-band advancement. Fencing equipment is provided. Youth Enrichment League

$65 for 8 classes

Fencing Team Grades 6-12

Grades 2-5

Thursdays, Oct 4 - Dec 13 7:05 - 8:35 pm No class Oct 18, Nov 08 & Nov 22 Central Middle School

Olympic Coach Ro Sobalvarro now heads up Youth Enrichment League (YEL) curriculum, instructor training and tournament consultation.

Coach Sobalvarro brings with him an immense knowledge of youth national and international fencing. Safety is our first priority. We supply safety swords, protective masks, chest plates and jackets, in a high-octane, inclusive environment.

Youth Enrichment League $159 for 8 classes

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Grades 6-12

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WHERE WILL YOUR IMAGINATION TAKE YOU?

Destination ImagiNation is a worldwide creative problem solving competition for kids. Teams of six to seven members work together to use creativity and critical thinking skills to solve challenges without assistance from adults or any other non-team members.

Students develop leadership, performing, writing, technical, building and teamwork skills as they develop creative solutions! The team chooses one out of five Team Challenges to solve over a 12–16 week period and then presents their solution at a regional tournament as well as one Instant Challenge. Each Team Challenge is designed to be open-ended and solvable in many ways and on many levels.

Parent volunteers are needed to serve as Team Managers. Training opportunities and written materials are provided. Form a team and register today!

Visit www.wayzatadi.org or contact Angela Henry at angela.henry@wayzataschools.org or 763-745-5794.

Information Night for parents and Team Managers is Tuesday, Sept. 25, at Central Middle School, 6:30-7:30 pm.

Wayzata Early Learning School Wayzata Early Learning School is an all-inclusive early childhood school.

Preschool and enrichment classes are offered for children ages two to five, parentchild classes from birth to kindergarten entrance, part-time childcare for ages birth to five, and financial assistance to those who qualify.

The Wayzata Early Learning School also includes Early Childhood Screening and Early Childhood Special Education services. See more at: http://www. wayzataschools.org/earlylearning. Register for classes at: https://wayzata. ce.eleyo.com. Questions, call 763-745-5290.

Peppermint Fence and Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) registration is currently open for the 2018-19 school year! Don’t miss out! Many classes fill quickly. Check our website for programming details.

Parents as Partners These FREE workshops are offered in partnership with Wayzata Public Schools Community Education, Teaching and Learning, and Parenting with Vision. Space is limited, registration is required. Adults only please.

How to Learn Math A Workshop for Parents What does it mean to learn math in the 21st Century? What are the skills your child will need to navigate in a job market of careers that don’t even exist yet? Come and learn from Stanford professor Jo Boaler in her online course “How to Learn Math”. In this series of videos, she combines really important information on the brain and learning with new evidence on the best ways to approach and learn math effectively. Make your relationship with math (and doing math with your child) one that is positive and powerful! Parents can attend either Nov. 14 or Nov. 15.

Wednesday, Nov. 14 6:30 - 8:30 pm Central Middle School Thursday, Nov. 15 6:30 - 8:30 pm Central Middle School Free, registration required Courtney LaRoche

This class will focus on: • Knocking Down the Myths about Math • Math and Mindset • Mistakes and Speed • Number flexibility, Mathematical reasoning and Connections • Number patterns and Representations • Math in life, nature, and work Come ready to think, discuss, and do some math!

Parents as Writing Partners Has your child ever asked you to help with writing at home? Have you wondered what to do or say? We know it’s important for students to learn to write well in order to prepare them for college and career, and we know that takes time, practice and guidance. Join us as we discuss ways to help students thrive as writers. You will learn practical tips for supporting and coaching your young writer.

This workshop is geared toward families of students in grades 4-6.

Space is limited and registration is required.

Thursday, Nov. 29 6:30 - 8:00 pm Central Middle School

Free, registration required Ann Fehrenbach

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Paint With Me Pallet Pumpkin Parent/Child Class

Thursday, Sep. 20 6:30 - 8:30 pm Central Middle School

Bring the whole family! We will walk you through putting the pallet pumpkin together, painting, and finishing it up so you both have a project to take home. Supplies included are for one adult and one child. Youth age 7 and up may register with a registered adult.

Ann Hayes

Corrugated Metal Caddy

Tuesday, Oct. 16 6:30 - 8:30 pm Central Middle School

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Make this cute caddy to hold just about anything you can think of.

Use it as a center piece on your dining table, use it to hold goodies in your bathroom, or put some cute plants in it.

$59/pair, $19 for each additional child

Ages 7+

$55 for 1 class

Ages 18+

Ann Hayes

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Painted Snowman on Pallet Board

We will take reclaimed wood and do a cute snowman painting on it.

We’ll walk you through the steps of painting, shading, and adding the details for a finished project. A fun night for you and your friends. Approx. size is 12” x 5.5”.

Thursday, Nov. 15 6:30 - 8:30 pm Central Middle School $55 for 1 class

Ages 18+

Ann Hayes

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Painting Barn Quilts

This is a lively class where you will learn how to paint a 2’x2’ barn quilt the professional way. Choose from a plethora of 70 vibrant colors of highest quality paint, and a primed exterior sign board.

There are 30 patterns to choose from. Everything you need to create your own masterpiece! Supply fee of $35 payable to the instructor at class. Youth age 10-17 may register with a registered adult.

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Thursday, Sep. 27 6:00 - 9:30 pm Central Middle School $49 for 1 class

Ages 10+

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The Pouring of Paint

Are you ready for the newest craze hitting the art world? You will learn this specific technique required to achieve this stunning abstract art. The process is incredibly exciting and addicting. Be prepared to leave class with a unique gallery-worthy masterpiece and memories to last a lifetime. Supply fee of $35 payable to instructor at class. Canvas options include: (3) 8x8”, or (2) 12x12”, or (1) 16x20” plus (1) 6x6”.

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Palette Up! Paper Marbling

Marbling is centuries old, yet incredibly simple to learn. You will learn some basic marbling techniques including the ancient Japanese art form of Suminagashi. Manipulate multicolored inks floating on water that will be transferred onto paper. Create unique marbleized designs on a blank sketch book as well as note cards and other forms of paper.

Mosaic Bird Bath

This bird bath is made with an 8” terra-cotta drip tray. It is decorated with pieces of stained glass then grouted at the next class.

It is beautiful when completed! It can be placed on the ground, on a wrought iron stand or other fun ideas. We will discuss how to add a water pump for those interested in continuing their project at Open Studio. $20 supply fee is payable to instructor the first night of class. Youth age 14-17 may register with a registered adult.

Stained Glass Holiday Trees

Create stained glass holiday trees mounted on a birch bark stand.

Built with stained glass, copper wire, beads and more. You will finish and take home up to three holiday trees. The second session of class will take place during Open Studio with other stained glass students. A small soldering iron will be used. $12 supply fee is payable to instructor at the first class. Youth ages 12-17 may register with a registered adult.

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Wednesday, Oct. 3 6:00 - 8:15 pm Central Middle School $25 for 1 class

Ages 18+

Cynthia Buchholz

Monday, Dec. 10 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Middle School $39 for 1 class

Ages 18+

Art Innovators Mon Oct. 29 & Thu Nov. 1 6:30 - 9:00 pm Orono Discovery Center - 5050 Independence St, Maple Plain. Rm 202 $59 for 2 classes

Ages 14+

Cindy Bergstrom Thu Nov. 8 6:30 - 9:00 pm Sat Nov. 10 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Orono Discovery Center - 5050 Independence St, Maple Plain. Rm 202 $95 for 2 classes

Ages 12+

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Beginner Stained Glass Window Come ready to create a beautiful stained glass window approximately 8” x 10”.This class is for both beginner and experienced stained glass participants! The copper foil technique will be taught, from cutting to assembly. The first night focuses on choosing a pattern and discussing colors of glass, equipment and layout. Glass is purchased directly from the instructor at class (approx. $25-$50). Tool kits are provided. This class includes one free Saturday morning Open Studio visit! Youth ages 14-17 may register with a registered adult.

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Glass Mosaic Table Lamp Create a custom, colorful table lamp in two fun evenings! Using precut glass, and some creativity, you will cover a 4”X 9” lamp in glass. The first night is dedicated to working on your project, having fun, and discovering your creative side. The second night is messy using grout, so dress for mess and bring some old towels. After your project is finished, you will learn about glass cutting, mosaic resources, and have your questions answered. Youth ages 13-17 may register with a registered adult. Materials fee of $30 is payable to the instructor the first night.

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Glass Mosaic Photo Frame or Sign Create a beautiful photo frame or sign. All the cutting is already done, we just need you and your creativity. The first night is dedicated to working on your project, having fun, and discovering your creative side. The second night is messy using grout, so dress for mess and bring some old towels. You will learn about glass cutting and mosaic resources. Youth ages 13-17 may register with a registered adult. Materials fees are payable to the instructor the first night. Each frame is $15 and you can make as many as you want. A variety of signs will be available, starting at $14.

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Thursdays, Sep. 20 - Oct. 11 6:30 - 9:00 pm Orono Discovery Center 5050 Independence St, Maple Plain. Rm 202 $95 for 4 classes Ages 14+ Cindy Bergstrom

Thu Oct. 4 & Thu Oct. 11 6:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School

$35 for 2 classes Ages 13+ Lindsey Guetter

Wed Oct. 17 & Wed Oct. 24 6:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School

$35 for 2 classes Ages 13+ Lindsey Guetter Some photos courtesy of Getty Images

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Glass Mosaic Sign or Holiday Stocking Hanger Add color to your house with a glass mosaic project made by you!

The first night is dedicated to working on your project, having fun, and discovering your creative side. The second night is messy using grout, so dress for mess and bring some old towels. Learn about glass cutting and mosaic resources. Youth ages 13-17 may register with a registered adult. Materials fees are payable to the instructor the first night. Each stocking hanger is $15 and you can make as many as you want. A variety of signs will be available, starting at $14.

Fused Glass Small Plate Bring your own simple quilt block pattern and turn it into a glass plate to use or display! The plate will be approx 7” square. Some quilt patterns will be available. A variety of glass colors will also be available to choose from. $15 material fee payable to the the instructors the night of class. Due to the fusing cycle, you will need to return to the studio to pick up your project the following Wednesday evening, or make alternate arrangements with the instructors to pick up your piece. Youth age 14 -17 may register with a registered adult.

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Fused Glass Mosaic Panel Create a decorative mosaic panel (approx 7”x7” in size). These panels make great home decor for any occasion! Designs will be available or you can bring a basic pattern if you desire. This class is perfect for beginners as well as experienced fusers! $15 material fee payable to the instructors the night of class. Due to the fusing cycle, you will need to return to the studio to pick up your project on Wednesday evening of the following week, or make arrangements with the instructors to pick up your piece. Youth age 14 -17 may register with a registered adult.

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Wed Nov. 7 & Wed Nov. 14 6:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School

$35 for 2 classes Ages 13+ Lindsey Guetter Monday, Sep. 24 6:30 - 9:00 pm Orono Discovery Center 5050 Independence St, Maple Plain. Rm 202 $23 for 1 class Ages 14+ Lynne Courtney, Nancy Bossert, Tracee Eidenschink & Anita Lang Monday, Oct. 15 6:30 - 9:00 pm Orono Discovery Center 5050 Independence St, Maple Plain. Rm 202 $23 for 1 class Ages 14+ Lynne Courtney, Nancy Bossert, Tracee Eidenschink & Anita Lang Some photos courtesy of Getty Images

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Holiday Fused Glass Ornaments Embellish your tree or home with holiday-themed fused glass.

Choose from a variety of ornament styles. You can create up to four ornaments (time dependent). $15 material fee is payable to instructors at class. Due to the fusing cycle, you will have to return to the studio to pick up your ornaments on Wednesday evening of the following week, or make alternate arrangements with the instructors to pick up your pieces. Youth age 14-17 may register with a registered adult.

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Fused Glass Nativity Ornaments Create a nativity scene out of fused glass! A set of 3 holiday ornaments incorporate a shepherd, 3 wise men, and a manger. $15 supply fee is payable to instructors at class. Due to the fusing cycle, you will have to return to the studio to pick up your ornaments on Wednesday evening of the following week, or make alternate arrangements with the instructors to pick up your pieces. Youth age 14-17 may register with a registered adult.

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Palette Up! Alcohol Ink Painting Experiment with alcohol inks on Yupo paper. The non-absorbent nature of the Yupo means it will not buckle, no matter how much water you put on it, and it makes colors more vibrant and brilliant than on standard papers as all the color sits on the surface. Alcohol inks are pigment-intense and vibrant, free flowing and filled with an energy all their own. You will leave the workshop with knowledge of a new technique that you can take home and expand your artistic interest. All supplies are included in the class fee.

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Monday, Nov. 12 6:30 - 9:00 pm Orono Discovery Center 5050 Independence St, Maple Plain. Rm 202 $23 for 1 class Ages 14+ Lynne Courtney, Nancy Bossert, Tracee Eidenschink & Anita Lang Monday, Dec. 3 6:30 - 9:00 pm Orono Discovery Center 5050 Independence St, Maple Plain. Rm 202 $23 for 1 class Ages 14+ Lynne Courtney, Nancy Bossert, Tracee Eidenschink & Anita Lang

Tuesday, Oct. 9 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Middle School

$39 for 1 class Ages 18+ Art Innovators Some photos courtesy of Getty Images

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Pottery Wheel Throwing - Beginners Learn how to throw bowls, cups and plates as you master the basics of wheel throwing. Come prepared to have fun and get dirty! The instruction and demonstrations will focus on the fundamentals of the pottery wheel, glazing, and firing. Participants must attend one session of Clay Open Studio to glaze and finish their pieces. Once you’ve got the basics down, you can master more advanced skills in Open Studio!

Thursdays, Sep. 27 - Oct. 25 Thursdays, Nov. 8 - Dec. 13 6:30 - 8:30 pm (No class Nov. 22) Orono Discovery Center 5050 Independence St Maple Plain, Rm 201 159 for 5 classes Ages 18+ Diane Schwieters

Pottery Wheel Throwing Intermediate Are you ready for the next step in your clay experience? Build on the basics of making things out of clay with this second-level class. You will experience making more advanced shapes and forms including faceted bowls, altered forms and lidded jars. This class is intended for those who have already taken a beginner wheel throwing class or have previous pottery experience.

Sep. 12, Sep. 13, Sep. 19 & Sep. 20 6:00 - 8:30 pm Orono Discovery Center 5050 Independence St, Maple Plain. Rm 201 $159 for 4 classes Ages 18+ Diane Schwieters

Exploring With Clay Intro to Handbuilding Anyone can create unique clay pieces using only their hands and simple tools! Make serving dishes, wall art, ornaments, bird houses or feeders, relief tiles and more. With professional guidance from Diane, learn pinch, slap and coil techniques. You will create and glaze up to four pieces to take home. No previous pottery experience required. Youth ages 14-17 may register with a registered adult.

Thu Nov. 8 & Thu Nov. 15 6:30 - 9:00 pm Orono Discovery Center 5050 Independence St, Maple Plain. Rm 201 $71 for 2 classes Ages 14+ Diane Schwieters

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Handmade Holiday Ornaments Create and then glaze amazing handmade holiday ornaments out of clay! Get in the holiday spirit with ceramic trees, stars, snowflakes and more. Adorn your tree at home or give them as gifts to friends and family. You will take home about 10 ornaments, time dependent. No previous pottery experience required. Youth ages 1417 may register with a registered adult.

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Wed Dec. 5 & Wed Dec. 12 6:30 - 8:30 pm Orono Discovery Center 5050 Independence St, Maple Plain. Rm 201 $41 for 2 classes Ages 14+ Diane Schwieters

Autumn and Holiday “Dessert” Soaps Make lots of super moisturizing melt ‘n pour soaps in charming holiday shapes using luscious holiday “dessert” fragrance oils (almond, chestnuts in brown sugar, chocolate mousse, mulberry, sugar plum, pine, vanilla buttercream, and warm creamy cinnamon).

Grab your friends or family and join our holiday soap making party!

Beautiful handmade soaps make amazing holiday gifts from the heart! Supply fee of $20 payable to instructor at class.

Family Soaps for the Holidays Bring the family to make fun and easy sulfate-free melt ‘n pour shea butter and glycerin soaps that gently cleanse sensitive skin.

Charming holiday shapes and holiday fragrance oils (vanilla spice, mulberry, sugar plum, almond, cupcake, ginger orange, creamy caramel, and more) create beautiful soaps handmade with love for amazing holiday gifts everyone will adore! Youth ages 8-17 may register with a registered adult. Supply fee of $20 for one pair (one child/one adult) payable to instructor at class.

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Thursday, Nov. 15 6:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School

$29 for 1 class Ages 18+ Raulla Mitchell

Thursday, Dec. 6 6:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School $55 per child/adult pair for 1 class Ages 8+ Raulla Mitchell Some photos courtesy of Getty Images

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Latin Dance - Let’s Begin This Latin class is just plain fun and will get you out onto the dance floor! Learn the Rumba, Salsa, Cha-Cha, Tango and Samba dance steps! Jay is one of the best dance instructors in the metro area and is recruited by cruise lines around the world because of his dance knowledge. “Patient, fun, helpful, and best instructor ever!” are just a few of the comments describing Jay’s teaching style from students.

Singles welcome. Bring clean indoor smooth-soled shoes to dance in.

Tuesdays, Sep. 11 - Oct. 2 7:45 - 9:00 pm Minnetonka Comm Ed Center 4584 Vine Hill Rd., Deephaven, 55331, Gym $39 per person for 4 classes $70 per couple Ages 18+ Jay Dudding

Latin Dance - Let’s Continue Prerequisite: you must have taken Latin Dance – Let’s Begin.

Continue to perfect and review your Rumba, Salsa, Cha-Cha, Tango and Samba dance steps as it is a key element in helping students relax, learn and experience success. You’ll receive individual attention in a group setting, something you won’t find in every dance class. Singles welcome. Bring clean indoor smooth-soled shoes to dance in.

Tuesdays, Nov. 13 - Nov. 27 7:45 - 9:00 pm Minnetonka Comm Ed Center 4584 Vine Hill Rd., Deephaven, 55331, Gym $29 per person for 3 classes $50 per couple Ages 18+ Jay Dudding

Swing and Ballroom Dance: Let’s Begin In this exciting class, you will learn the East Coast Swing, Hustle, and Waltz, as well as the Under Arm Turn, Cuddle Walk, and Twinkle dance steps! Jay is one of the best dance instructors in the metro area and is recruited by cruise lines around the world because of his dance knowledge. “Patient, fun, helpful, and best instructor ever!” are just a few of the comments describing Jay’s teaching style from students. Singles welcome. Bring clean indoor smooth-soled shoes to dance in.

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Tuesdays, Sep. 11 - Oct. 2 6:30 - 7:45 pm Minnetonka Comm Ed Center 4584 Vine Hill Rd., Deephaven, 55331, Gym $39 per person for 4 classes $70 per couple Ages 18+ Jay Dudding Some photos courtesy of Getty Images

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Swing and Ballroom Dance: Let’s Continue Prerequisite: you must have taken Swing and Ballroom Dance – Let’s Begin. Continue to perfect and review your East Coast Swing, Hustle, and Waltz dance steps as it is a key element in helping students relax, learn and experience success. You’ll receive individual attention in a group setting, something you won’t find in every dance class. If you are unable to attend class on your scheduled night, see Jay about other options. Singles welcome. Bring clean indoor smoothsoled shoes to dance in.

Wedding Dance Workshop It’s Not Too Late to Look Great!

You thought about it! You wanted to! But where did the time go? Not to worry. In this 2-hour workshop, learn fun moves and simple tips to have you feeling comfortable and looking great on that special day! With the expert guidance of three-time Ballroom Dance Champion, Monica Mohn, you’ll be dancing before you know it! Couples only please. Feel free to bring your special song!

When registering, only register one person; you’ll be asked for your partner’s name. You will receive the couple price.

Swing Dance Workshop One day. One dance. A lifetime of fun! An “Arch” and a “Loop” are just two of the patterns that can take you from the sidelines onto the dance floor. Learn fun moves and simple tips to increase your confidence. With the expert guidance of 3-time Ballroom Dance Champion, Monica Mohn, you’ll be dancing before you know it!

Couples only, please. When registering, only register one person; you’ll be asked for your partner’s name. You will receive the couple price.

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Tuesdays, Nov. 13 - Nov. 27 6:30 - 7:45 pm Minnetonka Comm Ed Center 4584 Vine Hill Rd., Deephaven, 55331, Gym $29 per person for 3 classes $50 per couple Ages 18+ Jay Dudding

Wednesday, Sep. 12 7:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School

$39 per couple for 1 class Ages 18+ Monica Mohn

Saturday, Nov. 3 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Central Middle School

$39 per couple for 1 class Ages 18+ Monica Mohn Some photos courtesy of Getty Images

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Indoor Cycling Wayzata Community Education and Addiction Cycle are partnering to offer you an extraordinary fitness opportunity! This 45 minute full body class will use music as our inspiration to get you riding to the beat. Your legs and core will feel the burn, but we will also use weights and drills to target your upper body and core. Get ready to have fun and tap it back! The certified instructors at Addiction Cycle will focus on proper bike fitting, form, breathing and carefully designed classes so you get the physical results you want.

ZUMBA !

Join the party with Claudia Marcela Pereira Diaz! This Latin-inspired dance fitness class incorporates international music and Latin dance movements for a dynamic workout. We will combine fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body and achieve a unique blended balance of cardio and muscle benefits. Youth ages 15 - 17 may register when accompanied by a registered adult. Come, join the party!

Tuesdays, Sep. 4 - Nov. 6 6:00 - 6:45 pm Thursdays, Sep. 6 - Nov. 8 9:15 - 10:00 am Addiction Cycle - 190 Westfalen Trail, Suite 100, Hamel $150 for 10 classes Ages 14+ Addiction Cycle Mondays, Sep. 10 - Oct. 29 6:30 - 7:30 pm No class Sep. 17 Mondays, Nov. 5 - Dec. 17 6:30 - 7:30 pm Central Middle School $79 for 7 classes Ages 15+ Claudia Diaz

Pilates Plus Improve balance, core strength, coordination and posture. Pilates exercises integrated with small equipment, large and medium balls, 2 lb. weights, bands and standing functional training. Reformer exercises adapted with balls and tubing. Mindful exercise. Great for golfers! Check out what you have been missing. Joan is STOTT Pilates Certified. Youth ages 15-17 may register when accompanied by a registered adult. Bring a mat, towel and water with you to class.

Wednesdays, Sep. 12 - Dec. 12 6:15 - 7:15 pm No class Oct. 31, Nov. 7 & 21 Central Middle School

$119 for 11 classes Ages 15+ Joan Mielke Nimerfroh

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Yoga and Relaxation A practice linking yoga poses through inhales and exhales. Breathwork, pose alignment and mindfulness all included! At the end of each practice, the instructor will lead the class through a 20 minute guided relaxation (Yoga Nidra). *EVERY BODY can do yoga!* The Bhagavad Gita states, “Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self�; so come and discover yourself. Mats and props are available for those who do not have them.

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Wednesdays, Sep. 12 - Dec. 19 6:30 - 7:45 pm No class Oct. 31 & Nov. 21 Central Middle School

$129 for 13 classes Ages 18+ Carrie Kehnle

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Bellydancing Bellydancing is a fun, low impact, and body positive form of dance!

Come learn technique, traveling steps, and a little bit of history behind the dance. Wear a hip wrap if you have one! Youth ages 10 17 may register with a registered adult.

Tuesdays, Oct. 2 - Dec. 11 6:00 - 7:00 pm No class Oct. 23, Oct. 30 & Nov. 6 Central Middle School $79 for 8 classes Ages 10+ Emalee Morem

Hula Hoop Your Way to Fun and Fitness Get a great workout while trimming your waist, thighs and belly with hoops, the beloved childhood toy that is all grown up! The specially designed 4-pound exercise hoop targets your waistline and core area plus it is a great cardiovascular exercise. Hoops may be purchased (optional) from instructor for $15.

Saturday, Oct. 13 10:00 - 11:00 am Central Middle School

$15 for 1 class Ages 18+ Annette Fragale

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Yang Style Short Form Tai Chi Chuan offers health benefits including relaxation, improved flexibility and better balance. In this class, an easily learned variation of Chen Man Ching’s 37 move Yang style form will be taught. Yang style Tai Chi Chuan is the most popular style of Tai Chi and is known for its graceful movements and moderate frame.

Wednesdays, Sep. 12 - Dec. 19 7:30 - 8:30 pm No class Oct. 24, Oct. 31 & Nov. 21 Central Middle School $119 for 12 classes Ages 18+ Jay Soderberg

ABC’s of Tai Chi Learn the fundamentals of Tai Chi Chaun. Utilize many different practices and techniques including Qigong, meditation, posture, walking, breath and alignment preparing for further studies in Tai Chi, No experience necessary. Youth ages 15 - 17 may register with a registered adult.

Wednesdays, Sep. 12 - Oct. 17 6:30 - 7:30 pm Wednesdays, Nov. 7 - Dec. 19 6:30 - 7:30 pm No class Nov. 21 Central Middle School $59 for 6 classes Ages 15+ Jay Soderberg

Enhance your resume, update your job skills, and enrich your mind. Wayzata Community Education offers hundreds of convenient and affordable online classes.

Many Ed2Go classes are 6 weeks long with 12 lessons. Lessons are released on Wednesdays but you can learn anytime, anywhere.

Most classes are just $99. At $8.25 per class, that’s a bargain!

Classes start monthly

See all the courses and to register: www.ed2go.com/wayzata S i g n u p a t : wayzata.ce.eleyo.com

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FOOD AND DRINK

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Glorious Garlic Garlic makes delicious eating. Discover all of the ways you can prepare and use garlic to make delicious recipes. In class you will cook and enjoy classic appetizers, a delicious garlic soup, a variety of chicken recipes, including the famous Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic and more. Learn to roast garlic for spreads and salad dressings.

You won’t want to buy croutons after you make your own! $15 supply fee payable to instructor at class.

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Monday, Sep. 24 6:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School

$39 for 1 class Ages 18+ Laurel Severson

Czech Kolaches Kolaches are marvelous egg-rich, slightly sweet yeast dough, traditionally filled with fruit mixtures such as apricot, cottage cheese, poppy seed or prune. We will make variations in class and taste samples. Plan to take home an assortment to share with family, friends or to freeze. You will also leave with many recipes, tips and techniques to master these Old World delicacies. Better than a bakery! $13 supply fee payable to the instructor at class.

Saturday, Oct. 13 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Central Middle School

$35 for 1 class Ages 18+ Laurel Severson

Krumkake, Pizzelle, Sandbakkelse, Rossettes - Four Famous Ethnic Cookies Learn to create the rolled Norwegian cookie, Krumkakes, Italian Pizzelles, the chewy almond Swedish Sandbakkelse, and master the deep fried Rossette. Expect great recipes plus the many tips and techniques that will make your baking a success! Bring containers to take your creations home safely. This class is for adults 18+ only. $13 supply fee payable to instructor at class.

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Monday, Dec. 17 6:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School

$29 for 1 class Ages 18+ Laurel Severson Some photos courtesy of Getty Images

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Fondue Fun Tired of working in the kitchen? Bring fondue to the table! Anytime is the right time for fondue-with family, guests or a party. We will create fondues from around the world: traditional cheese, classic Swiss cheese, beef bourguignon, crab, blue cheese, and tempura.

We will also “dunk” delectable tidbits of fruit, cake or brownies in chocolate or butterscotch fondues. A variety of sauces and dips will be made to round out the menu! Come and have a party! $13 supply fee payable to instructor at class.

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Cake Decorating Crash Course You can do it, it’s easy! You will be decorating cakes before you know it! In this 4 hour class you will learn the secrets of Nancy’s famous Buttercream Frosting and how to make it. Then each student will frost a prepared 8 inch double layer cake, previously baked (by Dawn Foods) and decorate it with a lovely pattern. Lots of fun, info and recipes in this class. $18 supply fee payable to instructor at class.

Lunch will be provided (pizza and salad). Bring your own beverage.

Thursday, Nov. 1 6:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School

$39 for 1 class Ages 18+ Laurel Severson

Saturday, Oct. 6 9:30 am - 1:30 pm Central Middle School

$39 for 1 class Ages 18+ Nancy Burgeson

Truffles - Chocolate Candies for All Occasions Learn to make delicious truffles for holidays, gifts and special occasions. We will make five different recipes in class, and each student will take home a nice box of 15-18 truffles. Plus, we’ll sample some other chocolate-dipped treats in class. A $12 supply fee is payable to the instructor in class. Optional truffle/candy kit will be available for purchase ($18) for future candy making projects. We are sorry, but we cannot accommodate nut allergies in this class. Youth ages 16-17 may register with a registered adult.

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Monday, Oct. 22 6:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School

$29 for 1 class Ages 16+ Nancy Burgeson Some photos courtesy of Getty Images

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Food Preservation Simplified Preserve your garden’s bounty! Learn basic ‘hot water bath’ and pressure cooker techniques – and which method can be safely used for various fruits/vegetables. Discuss pickle making, roasting tomatoes for depth of flavor, and how to utilize a food dehydrator.

Class includes demonstration, hands-on, tasting, and handout of recipes. $8 supply fee is payable to instructor at class.

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Monday, Oct. 1 6:30 - 8:15 pm Central Middle School

$39 for 1 class Ages 18+ Carol Schaub

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Healthy Breads You Will Love Discover how easy it is to make high-fiber, whole grain and other healthy breads with dough that stores in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Simple ingredients, no-knead dough, at a cost of about 40 cents per loaf -- what’s not to love about that? In class, you will work with the dough, make dough to take home, and take home recipes for several other types of bread (including one for gluten-free bread). $8 supply fee payable to instructor at class.

Thursday, Oct. 11 6:30 - 8:15 pm Central Middle School

$39 for 1 class Ages 18+ Carol Schaub

Chinese Steam Bun (Baozi) Join us and learn how to make authentic Chinese steam buns that are filled with juicy ground pork and encased by spongy, slightly chewy dough – a fun and remarkable cooking experience. Supply fee of $15 will be collected at class. Please bring a food container with you to the class.

Saturday, Nov. 17 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Central Middle School

$39 for 1 class Ages 18+ Jane Niu

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Baked Salmon, Sep. 26 Chicken Korma, Oct. 3

Indian Cooking A typical Indian meal combines salty, sweet, creamy, spicy, hot and pungent flavors. The basic menu is usually comprised of starch, a meat or fish main dish, vegetables, and chutney. Traditionally, Indian flatbread or basmati rice complements the other dishes to highlight a balanced spectrum of flavors. This culinary journey will explore the many facets of Indian cuisine, and give you confidence to prepare these amazing dishes on your own. Register for individual classes, or save 10% when you register for the entire series in the same shopping cart. A $15 supply fee is payable to instructor at each class.

Stuffed Idli, Oct. 24 Biryani, Nov. 7 Skewers and Samosa, Nov. 28 Dal Makhani, Dec. 5 All classes on Wednesdays 6:30 - 8:30 pm Central Middle School $35 for 1 class Ages 18+ Vani Asthana

We’re hiring! www.wayzataschools.org/careers If you are looking for a school district that inspires students to excel and teachers to create motivational learning opportunities, Wayzata Public Schools is where you want to work. We are currently hiring flexible, part-time food service, before-and-after-school childcare and paraprofessional roles. Contact David Muscoplat, WPS staffing specialist, at 763-745-5048 or david.muscoplat@wayzataschools.org who will match you with the position perfect for you.

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HIGH SCHOOL

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PSAT/SAT Preparation Workshop Learn strategies for using partial knowledge to eliminate wrong choices, tips for improving your score and tactics to use limited testing time. Take shortened practice tests that mimic the real testing experience. Reduce test anxiety and gain confidence. Receive full practice tests with explained answers and study information. Bring two #2 pencils, paper and a calculator. Register today at www.zaps.com or call 1-877-927-8378.

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Mon Sep. 24 & Tue Sep. 25 6:30 - 9:00 pm WHS Wayzata High School B204 Forum Room

$95 for 2 classes Ages 13+ Doorway to College Wed Oct. 3 & Thu Oct. 4 3:45 - 6:15 pm

ACT Preparation Workshop Learn strategies for using partial knowledge to eliminate wrong choices, tips for improving your score in all four subtests and tactics to use limited testing time. Take shortened practice tests that mimic the real testing experience. Reduce test anxiety and gain confidence.

Receive full practice tests with explained answers and study information. Bring two #2 pencils, paper and a calculator.

Register today at www.zaps.com or call 1-877-927-8378.

Wed Oct. 3 & Thu Oct. 4 6:30 - 9:00 pm Wayzata High School B204 Forum Room

$95 for 2 classes Ages 13+ Doorway to College

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Sat Oct 27-Dec 1 8:30 am - 12:00 pm

Preparing For the ACT Make your first ACT your best possible ACT! This class goes in-depth into each section of the ACT (Reading, Science, Math, English, and Writing), teaching not only general strategies but also specific tips and tricks to help you ace the ACT. Taught by an expert tutor who scored in the top 1% on the ACT, you’ll work through our industryleading curriculum to help you prepare for the big exam.

Class includes five in-depth class sessions on Monday evenings and five practice ACT tests on Saturday mornings.

Test results and study guides are also included.

Mon Oct 29-Dec 3 5:00 - 8:00 pm No class Nov. 19 & Nov. 24 Wayzata High School - H125

$475 for 10 classes Grades 10-12 Max Dupslaff

DRIVER EDUCATION PROGRAM Wayzata Public Schools Community Education has created a strategic partnership with A+ Driving School, to provide Driver Education. A+ Driving School provides both classroom instruction and behind the wheel instruction. Classes are conveniently located at Wayzata High School. Visit the A+ Driving School website for more details.

Website: aplusdrivingschool.net Email: office@aplusdrivingschool.net Phone: 651-653-3959 S i g n u p a t : wayzata.ce.eleyo.com

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HOME CARE

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Thursday, Oct. 4 6:30 - 8:00 pm Central Middle School

Fall Yard and Garden Care Learn tasks and guidelines for preparing your lawn and gardens in the fall for a better growing season the next year.

$25 for 1 class Ages 18+ Hennepin County Master Gardeners

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Backyard Compost Basics Have you thought about composting? Learn the basics for starting or using an outdoor compost setup. We’ll discuss why to compost, the biology of compost, what kind of bin to use and where to locate it, what to put in it, how to maintain and troubleshoot your compost, composting in a Minnesota winter, and what to do with the finished compost in the garden.

Monday, Oct. 29 6:30 - 8:00 pm Central Middle School

$25 for 1 class Ages 18+ Hennepin County Master Gardeners

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Care of Houseplants Anyone can grow beautiful houseplants. Let a Master Gardener teach you the basic principles of houseplant care including watering, soil, and light. Learn to choose the right plant for various conditions such as low-light, medium-light, low-humidity, etc. along with specific care information for plants.

Thursday, Nov. 1 6:30 - 8:00 pm Central Middle School

$25 for 1 class Ages 18+ Hennepin County Master Gardeners

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LANGUAGE, HISTORY AND CULTURE

History and Tea Join military historian Dan Hartman for tea, coffee and history. This series will focus on history through informative lectures and discussions in an informal setting. Come to all four discussions or choose the topics that interest you.

The Holocaust in Europe A genocide in which millions of European Jews were killed by Adolf Hitler’s Nazi Germany and the World War II collaborators.

Tuesday, Sep. 18 French Revolution The French Revolution overthrew the monarchy, established a republic, experienced violent periods of political turmoil, and brought many of its principles to Western Europe and beyond.

Tuesday, Oct. 16

Reconstruction in the South The term Reconstruction Era covers the history of the country from 1865 to 1877 following the American Civil War. This discussion will focus on the attempted transformation of the southern United States from 1863 to 1877, as directed by Congress.

Tuesday, Nov. 20 The Russian Revolution The Russian Revolution was a pair of revolutions in 1917 which dismantled the Tsarist autocracy and led to the rise of the Soviet Union.

Tuesday, Dec. 18

All classes 4:00 - 6:00 pm Minnetonka Community Education Center 4584 Vine Hill Rd, Deephaven

$15 for 1 class Ages 18+ Dan Hartman

Become a Literacy Volunteer www.wayzataschools.org/community/volunteers Help an elementary student learn to love to read! If you can commit 30 minutes once a week during the school day, November through May, to read with a child, you could make a big impact!

Visit www.wayzataschools.org/community/volunteers for more information.

Contact Julie Menk at 763-745-5207 or email julie.menk@wayzataschools.org.

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United States Presidents Who Died in Office - What Happened?

Join us for a free class on the eight U.S. Presidents who died in office; four from illness and four by assassination. We will examine medical histories contributing to the final illnesses and the medical care provided for those illnesses and assassination attempts.

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Thursday, Oct. 11 12:30 - 2:00 pm YMCA Ridgedale - 12301 Ridgedale Dr. Minnetonka FREE (Registration is required) Ages 18+ Lorraine Kretchman

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Fun Conversational Chinese for Beginners!

Do you have a plan to visit China some day and would like to learn some basic conversational Chinese? Have you ever felt like you’ve studied Chinese for hours but you can’t say a sentence? Learn beginner conversational Chinese in a non-traditional way, using multiple smartphone apps and other multi-media to study the language without any textbooks. Learn cultural and historical facts from a native speaker.

Tuesdays, Nov. 13 - Dec. 18 6:30 - 8:30 pm No class Nov. 27 Central Middle School $85 for 5 classes Ages 18+ Jane Niu

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Wayzata Schools Community Education wayzataschools.org/ces S i g n u p a t : wayzata.ce.eleyo.com

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MONEY MATTERS

Keeping the Cabin in the Family

Division of an estate can lead to bitter battles between siblings and impact relationships forever. Learn how to keep the cabin, farm or business in the family without creating a family conflict. We will discuss ways to help ensure your children receive equal inheritance, strategies to help with the impact of taxes and preserve your assets for the next generation.

Income Taxes & Retirement

There are several tax considerations you will want to make when preparing for retirement that will substantially impact your retirement experience. We will introduce retirement considerations like tax diversification, taxation of capital gains and Social Security, health care insurance subsidies, and the financial impact of the first death in retirement.

What to Do When Someone Dies

Do you know the important tasks that must be taken care of if someone dies? Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney, Elizabeth Michaelis, will discuss the practical considerations in handling someone’s affairs, as well as the main tasks for settling the estate.

This presentation explains the role of the Trustee, Personal Representative (Executor), family members, and others in an orderly estate administration.

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Protecting Your Identity

Identity Theft is a growing issue as data breaches and scams are on the rise. There are steps you can take to improve your security, keep your identity safe and protect your financial future. After learning about a variety of potential threats and how to protect yourself, participants will create an action plan to improve their cybersecurity and will also receive a cybersecurity checklist to follow.

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Wednesday, Oct. 3 6:30 - 8:00 pm Central Middle School $25 for 1 class

Ages 18+

Kurt Obermiller

Wednesday, Oct. 10 6:00 - 7:30 pm Central Middle School $15 for 1 class

Ages 18+

Tyler Cook and Chris Mongeon

Thursday, Oct. 11 6:30 - 8:00 pm Central Middle School $15 for 1 class

Ages 21+

Elizabeth Michaelis

Tuesday, Oct. 16 6:30 - 8:30 pm Central Middle School $19 for 1 class

Ages 18+

Robert Davis Some photos courtesy of Getty Images

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Understanding Medicare Benefits

Our healthcare system is complicated. Understanding Medicare benefits has become one of the most important decisions retirees face. This course will help you better understand what coverage is right for you. Topics include: Medicare overview, Enrollment, Costs, Medicare Supplement Plans, Medicare Advantage Plus Plans and MN examples.

Estate Planning Solutions

A thoughtful estate plan eases the burden on the deceased’s loved ones. Learn when a will is sufficient, and when you might opt for a Trust. Ways to avoid probate will be explored. Health Care Directives and Powers of Attorney will also be discussed.

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Monday, Nov. 12 6:00 - 7:30 pm Central Middle School $10 for 1 class

Ages 18+

Ryan Antkowiak Tuesday, Dec. 4 1:30 - 3:00 pm YMCA Ridgedale - 12301 Ridgedale Drive Minnetonka $19 for 1 class

Ages 18+

Bonnie Wittenburg

Savvy Social Security Planning for Couples

The Social Security decisions spouses make when they are in their 60s will determine the amount of total income they will receive over their lifetime – including the lifetime of the spouse who lives the longest. Learn some little known rules that can help married couples get the most out of the Social Security system.

Revocable Trusts

A Revocable Living Trust may not be for everyone, but for many people, taking the time to secure a Trust now can save time, money, and frustration for their loved ones in the future. Learn what a Revocable Living Trust is, how it can help you avoid probate and secure your estate, and how to assess if a Revocable Trust makes sense for you.

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Thursday, Dec. 6 6:30 - 8:30 pm Central Middle School $19 for 1 class

Ages 18+

Robert Davis

Thursday, Dec. 6 6:30 - 8:00 pm Central Middle School $15 for 1 class

Ages 21+

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Avoiding Probate and Preserving Assets What is a living trust and how can it be used to avoid probate while still retaining control of assets? Discuss alternative methods of avoiding probate and ways to plan for preservation of assets in case of extraordinary medical costs and long-term care. Information on different types of wills and approaches to estate planning will be explored.

Savvy Social Security Planning for Women Social Security is one of the few income sources that keeps up with inflation and lasts for life. But many women fail to maximize their benefits because they don’t understand the little-known rules that can help them get more out of the system. This workshop is for women and for men who have women in their lives (wives, sisters, mothers). It features essential information all women need to have if they are concerned about financial security in retirement.

Write Your Own Will!

Use your computer to write, change, and update your own will (computer not needed for class.) Married or single, with or without children - it is important to have a will to convey your wishes.

Using the professionally designed Self-Help Will, you will easily write and revise a legal will for your needs. Discuss questions with the instructor. Following class you will complete your will in the privacy of your home. Computer and email are needed, as post-class materials are accessed by free Acrobat Reader software. For people with less than $5 million in assets.

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Wednesday, Sep. 26 7:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School

$19 for 1 class Ages 18+ Richard Bunin

Thursday, Sep. 27 6:30 - 8:30 pm Central Middle School

$19 for 1 class Ages 18+ Robert Davis

Thursday, Oct. 4 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Middle School

$85 for 1 class Ages 18+ James E. Ramette Some photos courtesy of Getty Images

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You’ve Been Appointed Executor or Trustee, Now What?

What are the responsibilities, liabilities and differences among executor, trustee, power of attorney and guardian? Lawyer Richard Bunin, who has experience in the areas of estate planning, elder law and real estate, answers your questions. The perfect class if you have been appointed or are deciding whom to appoint.

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Wednesday, Oct. 24 7:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School

$19 for 1 class Ages 18+ Richard Bunin

Work At Home As A Medical Transcriptionist If you want to choose your own hours, have a business at home, find clients easily and make great money, this class will get you started.

Learn what medical transcription is, including the many options available. Learn about marketing, capital, software, equipment, networking, how to avoid common mistakes and more. Whether you’re just exploring possibilities or are already experienced, this class is for you! A $20 workbook fee is payable to the instructor at class.

Probate: Understand It; Avoid It! Many people die without preparing important estate planning documents. By not planning, you risk the need to probate your estate, with its costs, delays, public filings and possible loss of control of the disposition of the assets you spent a lifetime acquiring. Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney, Elizabeth Michaelis, will discuss the importance of planning to avoid probate, the different ways property is transferred when someone dies, and the reason having a will does not avoid probate.

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Saturday, Oct. 27 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Central Middle School

$45 for 1 class Ages 21+ Deborah Burns

Thursday, Nov. 1 6:30 - 8:00 pm Central Middle School

$15 for 1 class Ages 21+ Elizabeth Michaelis Some photos courtesy of Getty Images

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Help! How do I Make Them Stop?

(When a Loved One is Abusing Alcohol or Drugs) Why is it so difficult to get someone to stop abusing drugs and alcohol? Learn new ways of interacting with a friend or loved one regarding their use of substances and receive helpful resources to support yourself or others. This is a FREE event and no registration is required.

Defensive Driving 55+ (8 hour) First time class for 10% discount on insurance. Minnesota law requires insurance companies to offer you a 10% reduction for three years if you complete this National Safety Council’s Defensive Driving course. The course is two sessions of classroom instruction - no driving or test is required. You will receive a certificate of completion to provide to your insurance company. Attendance at both sessions is required to receive your certificate. Bring your driver’s license with you to class. The instructor is certified through the MN Safety Council.

Defensive Driving for 55+ Refresher (4 hour) Save money on your car insurance! If you have taken the stateapproved, 8-hour Defensive Driving Course for 55+, now you can renew your 10%, three year car insurance discount by taking this new, state-approved 4-hour refresher course. You will receive a certificate of completion to provide to your insurance company.

Bring your driver’s license with you to class.

Wednesday, Sep. 19 6:30 - 8:00 pm Central Middle School

FREE (no registration required) Ages 18+ Sherry Gaugler-Stewart from The Retreat Thu Sep. 20 & 27 9:00 am - 1:00 pm YMCA Ridgedale - 12301 Ridgedale Drive Minnetonka Mon Nov. 5 & 12 5:30 - 9:30 pm Central Middle School $29 for 2 classes Ages 55+ Minnesota Safety Council Monday, Oct. 1 5:30 - 9:30 pm Central Middle School Thursday, Dec. 6 1:00 - 5:00 pm YMCA Ridgedale - 12301 Ridgedale Drive Minnetonka $25 for 1 class Ages 55+ Minnesota Safety Council

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Laundry Camp with Patric Richardson Everyone is talking! Patric Richardson is being called Minnesota’s ‘Laundry Evangelist’ and becoming a household name! Come relax, and have fun learning with Patric Richardson, laundry guru from Mona Williams. He has had national TV appearances with the Nightly News and “Inside Edition”. There have been articles about him in the Wall Street Journal, Star Tribune plus a local spot on Kare 11. Enjoy his vivid storytelling and Southern drawl as you learn things you thought you always knew about laundry but really didn’t.

Alzheimer’s/Dementia: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Care For individuals, caregivers and family members of those dealing with Alzheimer’s/Dementia and wanting to gain an understanding of the disease and resources/senior living options, and how to proceed once a diagnosis is confirmed. The stages of Alzheimer’s, safety in the home, costs in different communities, legal and financial components and the importance of early diagnosis and planning will be discussed.

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Monday, Sep. 24 6:30 - 8:00 pm Monday, Dec. 10 6:30 - 8:00 pm Central Middle School $19 for 1 class Ages 18+ Patric Richardson

Monday, Oct. 1 6:00 - 7:30 pm Central Middle School

$19 for 1 class Ages 21+ Shelley Anderson

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Beginning Voice 101 With Tara Brueske In this class, you will discover what makes up your vocal sound.

Learn breath control, posture, pitch and explore parts of your voice that make it unique. Whether you want to feel more confident singing or if you have always wanted to learn how to sing, this class will help you find your voice.

Tue Oct. 2 & 9 6:30 - 8:30 pm Central Middle School

$65 for 2 classes Ages 18+ Tara Brueske

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Driving Change: Intro To Ride Sharing Apps Learn the basics of ride sharing services and become an informed ride share customer, while increasing your safety, mobility and independence. We will discuss pitfalls, functionality, dispute resolution, setting up an account for payment, and installation of commonly used mobile applications such as Lyft and Uber. Bring your mobile phone or tablet and follow along on it. Youth age 14-17 may register with a registered adult.

Senior Living Options and Advising Seniors and their loved ones will be fully educated on the world of senior care and living options available today. The best time to plan for the future is before a crisis. This class is a comprehensive class on the various options: independent living, assisted living, Alzheimer’s/ memory care, residential care homes, nursing homes and more. Learn about finances, other valuable resources and helpful tips for families.

Tuesday, Oct. 9 6:00 - 8:00 pm Central Middle School

$19 for 1 class Ages 14+ Michael Boraas

Tuesday, Oct. 9 6:00 - 7:30 pm Central Middle School

$19 for 1 class Ages 21+ Shelley Anderson

RVing for Beginners Did you know that approximately 8.9 million households in the US own an RV? Have you ever wanted to experience the RVing lifestyle, but felt overwhelmed by the idea or uncertainty of where to begin and what option to try first - pop-up, travel trailer, 5th wheeler or motorhome? In this class, we will go over some of the basic knowledge needed to choose the right RV to fit your specific desires.

We will also cover many FAQ’s and misperceptions of RVing.

Thursday, Oct. 11 6:30 - 8:30 pm Central Middle School

$15 for 1 class Ages 18+ Brian Kjorstad

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Mike Lynch’s StarWatch Party!

Watch the great celestial show in the skies over Golden Valley. This night with the stars, constellations, planets, star clusters, nebulae and more, starts off with an indoor orientation followed by quality time outside under the heavens. Get to know the constellations, and some of the great stories behind them. We’ll also use large reflecting telescopes, including two giant 20-inch reflectors that are among the biggest mobile telescopes in Minnesota, for close-up views of celestial wonders. Ages 6+ welcome! Youth under age 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

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Thursday, Oct. 11 7:00 - 9:00 pm Sandburg Middle School 2400 Sandburg Ln, Golden Valley $19/person, $25/couple, $39/family for 1 class Ages 6+ Mike Lynch

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Innovations in Genealogy Hone your research skills! Learn techniques to make your searches more effective using Google, Yippy and others sites. Use advanced techniques like string searches. Navigate familysearch.org for collaborative editing, using the wiki, cataloging and ancestral search.

Discuss basic mapping technology, sources of historically interesting maps and integration with other genealogical information. Youth ages 16-17 may register when accompanied by a registered adult.

Saturday, Oct. 13 9:30 - 11:30 am Central Middle School

$39 for 1 class Ages 16+ Craig Rhombs

Photography 101 - The Basics of Making Great Photos Join professional photographer, David Sherman to learn how to best use your camera to make great photos. This course explains and demystifies the rules of exposure (aperture, shutter speed, ISO) and how to take control of your camera – be it a DSLR, point and shoot or cellphone. Learn how to stop taking, and begin making pictures.

Bring your camera and manual to class.

Tuesday, Oct. 16 6:00 - 8:00 pm Central Middle School

$35 for 1 class Ages 18+ David Sherman

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Publish Your Family Tree Learn how to publish genealogical results in order to communicate with friends and relatives and to “fish” for new information known by others. We will explore commercial genealogy websites, creating a blog with Wordpress, generating “books” and reports from family tree software like GRAMPS, publishing books that are accessible to others and creating and maintaining your own website. You should be comfortable using the Web. Youth ages 16-17 may register when accompanied by a registered adult.

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People You don’t need years of weekly lessons to learn piano. In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. How do we do it? While regular piano teachers teach note reading, piano professionals use chords. And you can learn all the chords you’ll need to play any song in this one session. Any song. Any style. Any key. Fee includes an online book and online video instruction.

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours, you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Bring your acoustic guitar. Youth ages 13 17 may register with a registered adult. Class fee includes an online book and online video instruction.

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Saturday, Oct. 27 9:30 - 11:30 am Central Middle School

$39 for 1 class Ages 16+ Craig Rhombs

Monday, Oct. 29 6:30 - 9:30 pm Central Middle School

$59 for 1 class Ages 18+ Jim Anderson and Craig Coffman

Wednesday, Nov. 7 7:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School

$59 for 1 class Ages 13+ Eric Carranza and Craig Coffman Some photos courtesy of Getty Images

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Walt Disney World 101 - Tips, Tricks & Training Planning a Disney vacation? It can be overwhelming! Join us for a discussion about timing, resorts, dining, transportation and cost. You will learn about traveling with special needs, food allergies and in large groups. Pack your patience, grab your gratitude and get ready for the vacation of a lifetime!

Thursday, Nov. 1 7:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School

$19 for 1 class Ages 18+ Dustin Zachman

Photo Organization - Print & Digital Having organized photos assures peace of mind. Learn about a system to, once and for all, get every printed photo, digital photo and your memorabilia organized. Learn about scanning for slides, movies, prints, as well as backing, cloud storage and scanners. We will also demonstrate easy ways to repair old photos. You’ll leave with a plan for a system that allows you to access every photo you own in literally seconds!

Monday, Nov. 12 7:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School

$25 for 1 class Ages 18+ Kathy Povolny

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Social Networking: Intro to LinkedIn Understand the basics of LinkedIn and how to navigate this powerful job search tool and professional networking technology. Learn to utilize LinkedIn to achieve success with your job search and networking goals. Users will set up a profile and begin connecting with others. Improving your connections will allow you to locate individuals that may be useful for promoting your business, general networking and as key influencers and potential mentors. Youth age 14-17 may register with a registered adult.

Tuesday, Nov. 13 6:00 - 8:00 pm Central Middle School

$19 for 1 class Ages 14+ Michael Boraas

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Introduction to Microsoft® Word 2016 Learn how to create and edit documents, move and copy text, format characters and paragraphs, create and manage tables, control page layout, use bullets and numbering, use proofreading tools and insert images into documents.

Thursday, Sep. 20 6:00 - 9:00 pm Wednesday, Oct. 3 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Central Middle School $55 for 1 class Ages 18+ Sharon Walbran

Introduction to Microsoft® Excel 2016 Learn Excel basics, spreadsheet terminology, entering and editing data, modifying and formatting a worksheet, using absolute references, copying and moving data, using functions and formulas, copying formulas, and creating and printing charts.

Tuesday, Sep. 25 6:00 - 9:00 pm Tuesday, Oct. 23 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Central Middle School $55 for 1 class Ages 18+ Sharon Walbran Thursday, Sep. 27 6:00 - 9:00 pm

Microsoft® Word 2016 Level 2

Wednesday, Oct. 10 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

You will learn to create mailing labels, customized letters and emails, and envelopes using Word’s Mail Merge feature and an address list; create a newsletter using newspaper columns and section breaks; develop an on-screen interactive form for surveys and other information gathering plus work more with photos and other images in your documents.

Central Middle School $55 for 1 class Ages 18+ Sharon Walbran

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Tuesday, Oct. 2 6:00 - 9:00 pm

Microsoft® Excel 2016 Level 2 Expand your knowledge of Excel. Learn how to use Advanced Filters, Lookup Tables, Pivot Tables, Pivot Charts and more.

Wednesday, Oct. 24 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Central Middle School $55 for 1 class Ages 18+ Sharon Walbran

Introduction to Microsoft® PowerPoint 2016 Learn PowerPoint basics. Build, create and save new presentations, format slides, use autoshapes, work with graphics, use tables and charts, use templates, work with the slide master, and add transitions and timings.

Tuesday, Oct. 16 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Tuesday, Dec. 4 6:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School $55 for 1 class Ages 18+ Sharon Walbran

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Google Drive and Docs, Sheets, and Slides Learn how to take advantage of the free storage for photos and files offered by Google Drive. Explore the capabilities of Google’s free apps - word processing and spreadsheet and slide show tools that are full-featured alternatives to Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Create and edit documents in Google Docs and spreadsheets in Google Sheets. Create a slide show in Google Slides. Convert Word, Excel and PowerPoint files to Google documents. Requirements: Students must have a Gmail account and know their Gmail password.

S i g n u p a t : wayzata.ce.eleyo.com

Thursday, Nov. 29 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Central Middle School

$55 for 1 class Ages 18+ Sharon Walbran Some photos courtesy of Getty Images

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How to Cut the Cable Cord

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Thursday, Oct. 11 7:00 - 8:30 pm Central Middle School

Cable (or satellite) television is the single most expensive utility for many households. Discover options that are free or much lower cost than cable. We’ll discuss the pros and cons of cable, how to get internet without cable, how to obtain TV through your computer to your television, and much, much more. Find out why and how thousands of TV watchers are ditching cable forever! Youth ages 15 -17 may register when accompanied by a registered adult.

Ron Timm

Bring Your Own Laptop Adobe Photoshop Elements

Friday, Oct. 12 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Central Middle School

$25 for 1 class

Ages 15+

Bring your laptop, power cords and make sure you have Adobe Photoshop Elements installed. The instructor will provide photos and walk through the steps to edit them. Learn to crop and rotate photos, add text, set the best resolution, correct the colors, correct flaws and more.

Sharon Walbran

Bring Your Own Laptop Pages for Mac

Friday, Dec. 7 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Central Middle School

$55 for 1 class

Ages 18+

Learn the basics of word processing on the Mac. Create and edit letters, memos, newsletters, and brochures. Insert and resize pictures and work with tables. Learn how to open MS Word documents and save documents to share with Word users. Student must bring his/her Mac laptop with the Pages program installed.

Sharon Walbran

Bring Your Own Laptop Numbers for Mac

Friday, Dec. 14 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Central Middle School

Learn the basics of spreadsheets and databases. Topics include entering and editing data, copying and moving data, using functions and formulas, copying formulas, creating and printing charts, and sorting and filtering databases. Student must bring his/her own Mac laptop with the Numbers program installed.

S i g n u p a t : wayzata.ce.eleyo.com

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$55 for 1 class

Ages 18+

Ages 18+

Sharon Walbran Some photos courtesy of Getty Images

WELLNESS

adult Enrichment Fall 2018

Makeup Boot Camp for Women 40 and Better When was the last time you updated your makeup and beauty regimen? Has your skin changed over time? What about your hair color? Join this “boot camp” to update your look with tips and techniques for ageless beauty. Learn about a variety of products, application, and the latest trends in makeup and skin care. Julie Sherman is a makeup artist with 30 years of experience. No products or services will be sold! This class is essential for busy, beautiful women who could use a little updating!

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Hand Drumming for Beginners Join the drum circle. Learn techniques in the amazing world of African, Mid-East, and original rhythms. It is all about fun and connecting through music. Research from UCLA indicates the sound of the drum is healing and it will change your life in a positive way. Please bring your own drum, if you have one. Drums will be available at class. Be ready for a new and wonderful life experience.

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Tuesday, Sep. 25 7:00 - 9:00 pm Central Middle School

$39 for 1 class Ages 18+ Julie Sherman

Mondays, Oct. 1 - Nov. 12 7:00 - 8:00 pm No class Oct. 8 & Oct. 29 Central Middle School

$65 for 5 classes Ages 18+ Carmen Dougherty-Heim

De-Age Your Brain Research shows lifestyle and diet have a big effect on HOW the brain ages. Cognitive function CAN improve. No matter what your age, there are things you can do today to improve how brain cells communicate with each other. We’ll discuss which ‘superfoods’ reduce the damaging effects of toxins and inflammation on the brain and which nutrients are great for memory, attention, processing information and reducing stress. You will learn simple, easy strategies to help your brain stay healthy and alert.

Thursday, Oct. 11 10:00 - 11:30 am YMCA Ridgedale - 12301 Ridgedale Dr. Minnetonka

$35 for 1 class Ages 18+ Janice Novak MS

S i g n u p a t : wayzata.ce.eleyo.com

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Fast Fixes for Common Posture Problems Ever caught your own reflection to see that your head hangs too far forward or your shoulders are too rounded, or you slump too much? You will learn how to correct common posture problems and learn an ‘Instant Alignment Technique’ that will have you standing straighter immediately. We’ll discuss easy to implement tips when at a computer, in a car, or working out. Your clothes will fit and look better, too! Supply fee of $4 included in registration fee.

Acupressure Face Lift Acupressure is an ancient eastern healing method that works with the energy that flows through your body. Stimulating facial acupressure points can help erase years from your face naturally, bring a healthy glow to your skin; increase muscle tone; decrease puffiness and eye bags; reduce lines and prevent new lines from forming; even decrease headaches, relieve eye strain, soothe nerves and increase relaxation. Learn how to make your skin as healthy as possible from the inside out.

Abdominal Strengtheners That Won’t Make You Get On The Floor Common abdominal exercises like crunches can place too much stress on back and neck joints. Learn a series of extremely effective exercises to quickly strengthen all four layers of abdominal muscles WITHOUT stressing back or neck joints and WITHOUT getting on the floor.

Monday, Oct. 22 6:00 - 7:30 pm Central Middle School

$39 for 1 class Ages 18+ Janice Novak MS

Thursday, Nov. 1 6:00 - 7:30 pm Central Middle School

$35 for 1 class Ages 18+ Janice Novak MS

Monday, Nov. 12 6:00 - 7:30 pm Central Middle School

$35 for 1 class Ages 18+ Janice Novak MS

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Eating for Health and Longevity The 2010 Global Burden of Disease Study determined the leading cause of both death and disability in the United States is our diet.

Learn how a whole food plant-based diet can prevent, reverse or treat the leading causes of death and extend life. Sample two foods which support health and receive a copy of “Dick’s Vegan Cook Book” with 30 recipes, all included in the price of the class.

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Wednesday, Nov. 14 6:30 - 8:30 pm Central Middle School

$25 for 1 class Ages 18+ Dick Ogren

Perimenopause and Menopause Weight Gain - Causes and Solutions Are you experiencing weight gain, year after year, most of which is being deposited directly around your mid section? Are you finding methods of weight management that worked before are now ineffective? No matter how much you watch what you eat and exercise, does it seem impossible to get that scale to budge? You will leave with an understanding of why this is happening as well as multiple tools and techniques to help you restore balance and lose weight.

Tuesday, Dec. 4 6:00 - 7:30 pm Central Middle School

$35 for 1 class Ages 18+ Janice Novak MS

Teach a Class Do you have a skill, hobby or passion that you would like to share? Consider teaching an enrichment class!

Visit the Community Education website at wayzataschools.org/ces or call 763-745-5207 to discuss your idea.

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Providing Life-Long Learning for Adults with Disabilities through Community Education for over 30 years.

Project SOAR activities and classes are designed and adapted for adults with cognitive and physical disabilities. Participants can: DISCOVER NEW SKILLS Arts ▪ Crafts ▪ Sewing ▪ Cooking

Project SOAR 4584 Vine Hill Road Deephaven, MN 55331 (952) 401-6898

EXPLORE THE COMMUNITY Theatre ▪ Sporting Events ▪ Outings

SOCIALIZE AND MEET NEW PEOPLE BINGO ▪ movie night ▪ Ice Cream Social

BECOME MORE ACTIVE Bowling ▪ Move with Music

To learn more about Project Soar, volunteer, or register for classes, visit us @ www.projectsoarmn.org Find us on Facebook as: Project Soar MN

ADULT BASIC EDUCATION: Your path to reaching your English, academic and work goals starts here and it’s FREE

Enroll in the following free classes: ENGLISH LANGUAGE: We offer six levels of English language classes to meet your English speaking, writing and reading needs.

ACADEMIC SKILLS/GED PREPARATION: This class focuses on improving your academic reading, writing, math and GED subject area skills so you are successful in passing the GED test, and ready for college and work skills.

We have a variety of class options to meet your needs: daytime and evening class offerings, childcare and transportation available. Find more program information at www.wayzataschools.org/ces/programs/abe.

Call 763-745-5213 to register. Classes start September 4, 2018 BECOME A VOLUNTEER TUTOR: Adult learners acquire skills faster with additional help from English and literacy tutors. A 12-hour English/Literacy training starts October 3, 2018. Call Cheryl at 763-745-6034 for details.

4 EASY WAYS TO REGISTER ONLINE • Go to: wayzata.ce.eleyo.com Set up an account and register using your MasterCard, VISA or Discover.

Need Help? Call the Registrar at 763-745-5213

BY MAIL • Wayzata Public Schools Community Education, Registration PO Box 47334, Plymouth, MN 55447

BY PHONE • 8 am to 4 pm, 763-745-5213

UCare

• UCare members may be eligible for a $15 discount on most classes, limit one discount per calendar year.

Members must be enrolled in UCare at the time of registration and for the class duration. Have your UCare ID number ready when registering. Call 763-745-5213 to register with UCare.

Additional fees/materials • Additional fees and/or materials are required for some classes. Check the online course description. Payment is made directly to the instructor at the first class.

Are you in? • Registering online will let you know

immediately if you are in the class. Provide your email address when setting up your account and we will email confirmation and a receipt. If you register by mail, assume you are enrolled unless we notify you. We reserve the right to cancel classes with low enrollment, but most classes are held as planned.

IN PERSON • 8 am to 4 pm, Education Services Center, 12925 16th Ave, Plymouth

Refund policy

Enrichment Registration Form Participant name___________________________________________________________________________ Address____________________________________________City________________Zip________________ Email address (parent email for youth)________________________________________________________ Phone (cell, work, home)____________________________________________________________________ Birthdate of participant_____________________________________________________________________ Additional information for youth participants Parent/guardian name(s)____________________________________________________________________ Child’s grade________________Child’s school__________________________________________________ Who is the child’s teacher___________________________________________________________________

• Unless noted, refunds will be given if you withdraw at least 3 business days (M-F) before the start of the class; 7 days for cooking classes. Full refunds are given if Community Ed cancels a class.

Pick-up policy for youth • Please pick up your

student(s) in their classroom promptly at the end of the class.

Repeated late pick-ups may result in disenrollment from the WISHES program.

Inclement weather • If school closes during the day

due to weather, Community Education will cancel all activities.

If school is not closed, assume classes are “on” — no refunds if classes commence. Check wayzataschools.org.

Fee assistance • Fee assistance may be available to

Who will be picking up the child after class?__________________________________________________

qualifying District 284 residents. Call 763-745-5213, or visit our website at wayzataschools.org/ces/program.

Allergies and/or special needs_______________________________________________________________

Photo/Video Use • By registering for a class, you

Class title

Date of Class

Fee

________________________________________________ __________________________ ______________ ________________________________________________ __________________________ ______________ ________________________________________________ __________________________ ______________ ________________________________________________ __________________________ ______________

(Make checks payable to I.S.D. #284) Total $______________________

give permission to use your or your child’s photograph/video in future District #284 publications. If you do not wish your photograph/video to be used, please email deb.slomkowski@ wayzataschools.org.

Participation

• By registering for a Community Education class or event, participants recognize there may be some risk associated for injury or damage to personal property and they assume responsibility.

YOUNG SCIENTIST ROUNDTABLE A program designed for all students in Kindergarten through 12th grade and their parents.

Fall 2018 Season Tuesday, September 25

Listening to Rock: Seismology at the Microscale Dr. Joseph F. Labuz, University of Minnesota Monday, October 8

Tornadoes: Mathematics and Physics Behind Their Power Dr. Pavel Belik, Augsburg University

Monday, October 29 Space Foods of Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Dr. Vickie Kloeris, NASA Tuesday, November 13 NASA’s Stardust Mission: Bringing Comet Wild 2 to Earth Dr. Russell Palma, Minnesota State University, Mankato Wednesday, December 12 Rhythms of the Heart: From normal to abnormal and back again Kenneth Stein, M.D., Boston Scientific Roundtable Part 2 for All Events 8:10 – 8:40 p.m.

Students are invited to meet with the speaker after the presentation to discuss the topic in more depth.

All events are at 7:00 p.m. in the Central Middle School Auditorium.

For more information, visit our website at www.wayzataschools.org/community/ysr.

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Laundry Camp with Patric Richardson

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Ages 18+ Everyone is talking! Patric Richardson is being called Minnesota’s ‘Laundry Evangelist’ and becoming a household name! Come relax, and have fun learning with the laundry guru from Mona Williams. Sort, wash and care for your clothes with confidence.

Wash the unwashable and care for textiles and clothes at home. Learn how to save money and toss those chemicals.

Enjoy his vivid storytelling and Southern drawl as you learn things you thought you always knew but really didn’t. You will never look at laundry the same again!

Monday, Sep. 24 6:30 - 8:00 pm $19 for 1 class Central Middle School Monday, Dec. 10 6:30 - 8:00 pm $19 for 1 class Central Middle School

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Paint With Me! Palette Pumpkin Corrugated Metal Caddy Painted Snow Man on Palette Board Paper Marbling Stained Glass Holiday Trees Glass Mosaics Fused Glass Projects Alcohol Ink Painting Indoor Cycling with Addiction Cycle Bellydancing Fall Yard and Garden Care Backyard Compost Basics Caring For Houseplants Food Preservation Simplified Healthy Breads You’ll Love Glorious Garlic Fondue Fun Cake Decorating History and Tea Series Conversational Chinese Protecting Your Identity Laundry Camp Beginning Voice 101 Intro to Ride Sharing Apps Innovations in Genealogy Walt Disney World 101 Intro to LinkedIn Google Docs and Sheets Pages and Numbers for Mac Hand Drumming